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A photograph taken in a Boston, MA, classroom of children from mixed races sitting at a table.

Report, "Establishment and Organization of a Department of Implementation" that assessed implementation from 1975-1977.

Black and white photograph of the Practical Arts School in Roxbury.

Black and white photograph of South Boston High School.

This is the cover of a 24-page booklet entitled The Bible Answers Racial Questions that was sent to Judge Garrity anonymously. The booklet lists Biblical passages that employ the words "white," "black," "color," or similar key phrases and analyzes…

This invitation to a recognize an organized "Day of Mourning" was sent to Judge Garrity. The invitation interprets Garrity's decision to desegregate schools as a violation of rights. It encourages parents to keep children home from school and instead…

This anonymous letter to Mayor White describes the author's intention to move out of Boston if busing is implemented. The author does not want their child to go to school in Grove Hall, which they describe as one of the worst areas of the city.

Western Union Mailgram to Mayor Kevin White from residents of Hyde Park. The writers threaten Hyde Park's secession from Boston if busing occurs.

Operations plan that outlines "Operation Quarterback" which details the execution of added law enforcement presence by the U.S. Marshals service on the first day of school and the beginning of Phase II implementation.

Ruth M. Batson (nee Watson) with her mother, Cassie Watson, at Norumbega Park, 1930.