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Like Fire in Broom Straw

Southern Journalism and the Textile Strikes of 1929-1931

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The southern textile strikes of 1929-1931 ignited intense conflict, leading to significant violence and the involvement of the National Guard. This tumultuous period was extensively reported by the southern and national press, prompting journalists to engage in a deep re-evaluation of southern values and institutions. Whalen delves into the often-overlooked realm of southern journalism, uncovering how these strikes catalyzed a profound introspection among the populace, reshaping their understanding of identity and community in the South.

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Like Fire in Broom Straw, Robert Weldon Whalen

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2001
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