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-Georgia, Black History, Historic Photos, Houses, Stores

Henry Wynn-Atlanta, Georgia

May 28, 2023 Cynthia L Jennings Leave a comment

Henry Wynn (1920-1976) was an entrepreneur with several businesses in and around Auburn Avenue. The founder of Supersonic Attractions, he booked artists like Dionne Warwick, the Jackson 5, and Isaac Hayes and managed the Royal Peacock Social Lounge. Additionally, he owned Henry’s Grill and Lounge, and Red Top Cab Company. He was also a philanthropist and civic leader.

In 1974, Wynn was found guilty of 24 counts of tax evasion. Coretta Scott King and Dr. Benjamin Hays wrote in support of Wynn not serving his prison term. They earned him a delay. Wynn died in 1976.

Henry and his wife, Effie, are buried in South View Cemetery.

-Georgia, Historic Photos, Schools

The Georgia School of Technology-Atlanta, Georgia

May 23, 2023 Cynthia L Jennings Leave a comment

This is an 1898 photo of the Georgia Institute of Technology back when it was known as the The Georgia School of Technology. The building on the right is Tech Tower. The building on the left is the second shop building. It was built in 1892-1893 after the original shop building burned. It cost $12,000 to rebuild the second shop building.

This photo was featured in a book co-published by the Chamber of Commerce and City Council.

Reference: Martin, T. H. Atlanta Chamber of Commerce., Atlanta (Ga.). City Council. (1898). Hand book of the city of Atlanta: A comprehensive review of the city’s commercial, industrial and residential conditions. Atlanta, Ga.: The Southern industrial publishing company.

-Georgia, Houses, National Register of Historic Places

Watkins House-College Park, Georgia

April 23, 2023 Cynthia L Jennings Leave a comment

Built in 1892, this home is a contributing property to the College Park Historic District.

-Georgia, Houses, National Register of Historic Places

Palmour House-College Park, Georgia

April 23, 2023 Cynthia L Jennings Leave a comment

The Palmour House was built in 1892 for Dr. William and Alice Crenshaw and their family. The home was affectionately known as “Annabelle.” I am unable to determine why. There are no immediate relatives with the name of “Annabelle.”

The home was built by Alice’s brother, William Cox, who graduated from Cornell University. He also designed Cox College, a women’s college that once operated near the home.

The home was constructed of brick from the dirt excavated to build the enormous basement.

The home later became known as the Palmour House. Dr. Crenshaw’s daughter, Mary Louise, and her husband, Oscar, purchased the home from the Crenshaw estate.

Dr. Crenshaw and his daughter were talented gardeners, especially with flowers. At one time, a chrysanthemum was named for Mary. I am unable to locate an image of the flower.