6-12-1867: “Let every man arm, to protect his property, his life, and the lives of those that are dear to him. . . . Let them see that every man, white or black..."

The Memphis Daily Appeal, “Let every man arm, to protect his property, his life, and the lives of those that are dear to him. . . . Let them see that every man, white or black, who is entitled to vote by law, has opportunity to vote, AND NO OTHERS”, June 12, 1867