Memphis civil rights advocate Clara Ester dies at 78

Civil rights advocate Clara Ester passed away following a lifetime of service after witnessing a historic tragedy in Memphis.
By WAGA at FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News · · 1 min read

Civil rights advocate Clara Ester passed away following a lifetime of service after witnessing a historic tragedy in Memphis.
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