The WRC not only supported the mission to aid union veterans, but also assisted former army nurses and promoted patriotism through education. And just like her husband, Lavina is believed to be the only black woman in the state to have ever led an all white post. Oren and Lavina raised their two sons together, George and Arthur, who continued the family barbering trade. The family was active in St. John's United Methodist Church, where Oren served as a trustee and treasurer for three decades. (13:32–13:38)
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Asserts that Lavina is believed to be the only black woman in Michigan to lead an all-white post.
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