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As we approach 50 years of Jamaica’s Independence ‘BackyardLabrish’ joins our faithful historian Dr. Joy Lumsden in recognizing and celebrating Jamaicans of the past and their contributions to our history and the World. This week we honour a brilliant son of Jamaica: The Honorable James S. Watson, whose contribution to New York State and the nation makes us proud.
"I am sure Gentlemen, that, when the history of our brilliant sons of Jamaica comes to be written up, the name of Jim Watson will go into the archives of the records as one of our worthy sons – a worthy Spanistownian". (Jacob Hume Stewart Daily Gleaner September 4,1931).
The Honorable James S. Watson was one of the first two, black Judges elected in New York State in 1930. He went on to achieve success in several landmark cases in New York's highest courts. Join us as we share interesting information about his life as a Public Servant, Citizen and Father.
It's going to be an interesting 'Labrish' in the Backyard where we: Celebrate, Enlighten & Preserve the rich diverse culture of Jamaica: 'Land We Love"
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