Published In:
Ann Arbor News, July 3, 1971
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Eleven youths aged 8 to 13, canoed down the Huron River from Clear Lake Camp near Chelsea to the rapids at Delhi Park Friday. Charles Thomas, president of the Black Economic Development League (BEDL), says the youngsters were from low income families in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti and Superior Township. BEDL sponsored the outing.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, November 3, 1973
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A former underground railway tunnel for escaped slaves? That's what David Byrd of the Black Economic Development League (BEDL) says has been uncovered at the BEDL building site on Depot Street at the Broadway Bridge. The discovery was made while footings were being dug for the building which will be used for offices and spaces for classes in such subjects as photography, printing and drafting. Donald Calvert (left) of Calvert Brothers Construction Co. gives Byrd a helping hand after and inspection of the tunnel.

Published In:
Ann Arbor News, August 5, 1971
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Audience admires dress worn by Terry Lewis