I am pleased to learn from Jon Odell that Jones County Junior College (JCJC) has established the Anna Knight Memorial Scholarship. Anna was a distinquished educator who provided the multiracial Knights with one of the finest schools in Mississippi during the early years of racial segregation. She was the daughter of Newt Knight and Georgeanne Knight and the granddaughter of Rachel Knight. Anna graduated from, and later taught at, Oakwood College in Huntsville, Alabama. Her history reminds us that the Free State of Jones is an ever-evolving story!
Florence Blaylock and Dorothy Marsh, descendants of Newt and Rachel Knight, established the scholarship in conjunction with the JCJC Foundation. Donations may be made to the JCJC Foundation, 900 South Court St., Ellisville, MS 39437.
You can learn more about Anna Knight and the memorial scholarship established in her name by clicking: http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/200812170816/NEWS01/81217007
I’m so glad to be a contributor to this scholarship! Anna Knight’s life story was an inspiration to me, and I am happy to be telling others about it.
Tammy,
I feel the same way; Anna Knight’s journey in life is truly inspiring, and I hope many others will contribute to this scholarship in her name.
Vikki
Hello,
My name is Guy Thomas Valentine. I was born in Laurel Mississippi. My mother’s father was adopted by Tom Knight, Newt’s White and eldest son. My grandfather was part Choctaw Indian with an Indian Mother, as I was told. My mother’s father Charles Stennett was the one I am referring to as being adopted by Tom Knight. Our family, the Valentines were some of the Valentines who served under Newt Knight in the Civil War. The book (Call of the Blackhorn) written by Tom’s daughter list a few of our family’s ancestors and certain areas of close proximity to my family’s home sites in Laurel. Rachael Knight, well known for following Newt around the swamps and other areas as Leaf River must have suffered greatly during those years married to Newt Knight. I have an autographed copy of “Call of the Blackhorn.”
My mother, during her teenage years in school near Laurel, Mississippi wrote several papers on Newt Knight. Those papers were filled with truthful stories of the Knight family (with Rachael) as they moved about Johns County escaping the Confederate Army. My mother Edna Stennett was a kind and giving woman and freely spoke with me about her early years. Finally, My middle name Thomas was given to me by the same man who was adopted by Tom Knight. I hope this story sheds some sprays of light.
Thank you,
Guy Thomas Valentine
Guy,
I have already replied to the similar comment that you posted under my page, “About Renegade South.” I am very curious about the adoption of your grandfather, Charles Stennett, as Tom Knight married Dorcas Stennett in 1912. I’m also wondering which of the Valentines are related to you.
You refer to Ethel Knight, author of The Echo of the Black Horn, as Tom’s daughter, but as I mentioned in my reply to your other post, Ethel was not Tom’s daughter; she was the daughter of James A. Boykin and his wife, Sarah Graves. (Tom Knight did have a daughter, however; I believe her name was Hattie.)
Hope we figure all this out!
Vikki
Vikki, what an honor to have a scholarship named after Anna Knight! As you know my mom, Anna Knight Cook, is a retired teacher and one of the group of five black teachers that integrated the Gulfport City Schools. I am now in possession of a signed copy of Anna Knight’s book, Mississippi Girl! This is now one of my prize possessions. How blessed I am to come from such a wonderful group of people!
Yes, you are blessed to come from such a family. Anna Knight Cook, like her namesake, was a true pioneer in education and social progress.
Thanks for visiting Renegade South!
Vikki
I am selling an autographed copy of the book Mississippi girl, by Anna Knight. I am looking for a reasonable price. anyone have an idea?
Thank you,
Nancy Johnson
iF YOU STILL HAVE A COPY OF THE BOOK, I AM INTERESTING IN BUYING IT. PLEASE EMAIL ME
DOROTHY
We have a good copy of Mississsippi Girl by Anna Knight. It is signed by Anna saying “Sincerely Yours Anna Knight” It also has the name of the original purchase CR Cannada 1952 Edwards, Mississippi. We are asking $125
I am in possession of a signed copy of “Mississippi Girl” by Anna Knight. Excellent Condition. First Edition. Copyright 1952. Very clean Hard Cover, 5.5″x8″ in size, very clean text, w/o dj. Signed “Sincerely Yours, Anna Knight”, under her photograph, opposite title page..
Best Offer considered.
Please send check to the following:
Rick Korsberg
214 S. 1st St.
Dayton, WA 99328 USA
korsberg@msn.com
Nancy,
I am interested in obtaining your autographed copy of Mississippi Girl by Anna Knight. I am not sure of what you call reasonable? Maybe we could talk about it?
Hi Cheryl,
I have a signed copy of a very rare book that you may be interested in….”MISSISSIPPI GIRL” by Anna Knght…1st Edition, Signed Copy, No DJ, Excellent Condition.
Asking price is $135.00, with shipping prepaid by seller.
Thanks for your consideration.
Rick Korsberg
214 s. 1st St.
Dayton, WA 99328 USA
korsberg@msn.com
I have a signed copy of Mississippi Girl by Anna Knight, copyright 1952..No Dust Jacket….Very Good to Excellent Condition…This book is for sale for a reasonable price….If you are interested, please contact me with your best offer at korsberg@msn.com
I am in possession of a signed copy of “Mississippi Girl” by Anna Knight. Excellent Condition. First Edition. Copyright 1952. Very clean Hard Cover, 5.5″x8″ in size, very clean text, w/o dj. Signed “Sincerely Yours, Anna Knight”, under her photograph, opposite title page..If you would like pictures of this book, please email me…You must Include your email address in body of message.
Best Offer considered.
Please put your contact information….email address or telephone number in the body of your message to me, otherwise I will NOT receive your contact info.
Please send check to the following:
Rick Korsberg
214 S. 1st St.
Dayton, WA 99328 USA
korsberg@msn.com
Hello Vicki, I am amazed at all of the original signed books by Anna; I am curious to find out how these copies ended up in the hands of these individuals listed above. Vicki, could you see if they wil provide a short paragraph on how each person obtained the book? i am very interested for historical purposes. Benita R. Knight, California
I agree, Benita, a paragraph describing the acquisition of Anna’s book would be useful. I don’t personally know any of the people who have advertised her, so can’t vouch for them. The same person appears to have placed several of the ads.
Thanks,
Vikki
Did anyone ever hear about these books being advertised as having Anna Knight signing them? Can anyone vouch for their authenticity?
Good question, Mr. Ducksworth. I’ll leave it to members of Anna Knight’s family to comment on this issue of authenticity. They could best judge an actual signature, since there are numerous documents that do have her authentic signature on them that could be compared against allegedly signed copies of her autobiography.
Vikki
Mr. Ducksworth, Are you related to the Knight, Barnes & Crosby families from Jones, Smith & Covington Counties?