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Descendants of freed slaves fight to keep historic black church
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Descendants of freed slaves fight to keep historic black church
In 1878, near Jefferson, Md., in one of the state's first communities founded by freed slaves, African-American citizens bought the land where they soon built their own "colored" school, church and cemetery.

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Descendants of freed slaves fight to keep historic black church
Originally published on February 28, 2010

In 1878, near Jefferson, Md., in one of the state's first communities founded by freed slaves, African-American citizens bought the land where they soon built their own "colored" school, church and cemetery. more »




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  • Year founded: Established as New Town in 1774
  • Landmarks: Lewis Mill Complex, George Willard House, Lander Lock House
  • On the web: jeffersonmd.net
  • Number to know: Jefferson Ruritan Club: 301-371-5263
  • Population: 5,430 (2000, U.S. Census Bureau)
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