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| William Roger Frog Kyle Atkins-Brown Merry Christmas Mr. Atkins! From: robert m atkins [mailto:bradyenterpriseassociationinc@verizon.net] Dear Ms. Douglas: Thank you very much for your research assistance. I believe it important that my generation help tell the story of those who passed on before in the challenge of living useful lives; and writers like my literary niece in the cc: ought to know and write about. From Trinidad to New York to Cleveland to Meharry to Salem, Virginia is an example new generations ought to hear about when distressed by obstacles like no money. My very favorite story is that of Nnandi Azikewe of Nigeria who literally hitch-hiked across the Atlantic Ocean to London, New York, Storer College and eventually Lincoln University in Pennsylvania, …. To get an education. My interest in Dr. Brown is that he apparently like so many others of his generation worked to get an education and lived a life trying to help others help themselves. My family benefited from his help as a physician and except for him, many of those of my lineage may have perished. Many others like my nephew who is now a physician (Dr. Haley Jones) and young cousin (Dr.William Roger Atkins, Jr.) also a physician up from Salem, Virginia, … may never have been conceived. I want them to know and ponder about what we can only wonder as new generations are conceived and born. Merry Christmas, Robert M. Atkins From: Douglas, Christyne M. [mailto:cdouglas@mmc.edu] Good morning Mr. Atkins, I found a Dr. William R. Brown, class of 1908, from Cleveland, Ohio on page 48 of the 1908 catalog and announcement http://library.mmc.edu/catalogues/MMC_1908_color.pdf. I cannot say for sure if this is him coming from Cleveland, Ohio, but it is as close as I could get. Please visit the link and thank you for your continued interest in the Meharry Medical College Library Archives Department. Christyne M. Douglas, MLIS Archivist Meharry Medical College Library 1005 Dr. D. B. Todd Jr. Blvd. Nashville, TN 37208 (615) 327-6470 From: robert m atkins [mailto:bradyenterpriseassociationinc@verizon.net] I just learned the full name was: William Rufus Brown, not simply Rufus Brown as I quoted. "In any small community, the medical professionals play a crucial role. Dr. William Rufus Brown played that role for the Water Street Community. Born in Trinidad in the British West Indies, Brown came to Salem in 1911. Although he began in general practice, he eventually settled on becoming an Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist. In addition to his Salem practice, he was a leader on the staff of Roanoke's Burrell Memorial Hospital, the valley's premiere African American medical facility. Salem's only black physician, Dr. Brown went beyond a medical presence to serve as a civil leader as well. An active member of John Wesley Methodist Church, he was also involved in the local YMCA, NAACP, and the Salem Town and County Civic League. He was instrumental in the campaign to build Carver, and one of the men responsible for bringing Boy Scouts to Salem's black youth. He also was active in recruiting and registering black voters. His uncompensated membership of the Selective Service System won him citations by Presidents Roosevelt, Truman, and Eisenhower. He died in 1964." From: Douglas, Christyne M. [mailto:cdouglas@mmc.edu] No problem Mr. Atkins, please have a wonderful Christmas as well! Christyne M. Douglas, MLIS Archivist Meharry Medical College Library 1005 Dr. D. B. Todd Jr. Blvd. Nashville, TN 37208 (615) 327-6470 From: robert m atkins [mailto:bradyenterpriseassociationinc@verizon.net] Dear Ms. Douglas, Thank you for your help. I apologize for spelling your name as Christine rather than Christyne since you had taken the time to explain such to me. But, I am getting old and guess that “just hear what I want to hear.” Best Regards and have a wonderful Christmas. Robert M. Atkins From: Douglas, Christyne M. [mailto:cdouglas@mmc.edu] Good afternoon Mr. Atkins, After looking for a couple of days from the late 1800’s through 1940, unfortunately, I did not find Dr. Rufus Brown’s name on any of the class rolls. I would suggest trying Howard now as they may be your key to finding your needed information. Thank you for your interest in the Meharry Medical College Library Archives Department. It was also a pleasure talking with you. Much luck in your quest. Christyne M. Douglas, MLIS Archivist Meharry Medical College Library 1005 Dr. D. B. Todd Jr. Blvd. Nashville, TN 37208 (615) 327-6470 From: robert m atkins [mailto:bradyenterpriseassociationinc@verizon.net] Brady Enterprise Association, Inc., P.O. Box 14455, Pittsburgh, PA. 15239-9998 Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN Attn: Christine This email confirms my request for any archive information you have regarding Dr. Rufus Brown who practiced medicine in Salem, Virginia during the 1920s. He was of Caribbean heritage and a young man in the 1920s. Our assumptions are that his medical education was obtained in that period. We imagine that he graduated from either Meharry or Howard Medical Schools. Any information you might provide will be greatly appreciated. Best Regards, Robert M. Atkins, VP |
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