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Dotson, N.P.

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Title

Dotson, N.P.

Description

In the 1930s, N. P. Dotson Jr. was a community leader in Englewood, New Jersey, who served as the "Negro supervisor" of Memorial House, a local community center. He was a strong advocate for interracial cooperation, emphasizing that integrated activities for young people helped build better relations between races and reduced community conflict. Under his leadership, Memorial House functioned as a hub for youth programs, family services, and community support, reflecting Dotson’s belief in social unity and shared civic responsibility. 

Creator

Bergen Record

Date

July 30, 1936

Contributor

Citation

Bergen Record, “Dotson, N.P.,” Englewood Makes History, accessed October 2, 2026, https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/items/show/912.

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