Students present at the event. See more pictures below.

6/3/17 St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Perth Amboy

*Photos by Paul W. Wang

PERTH AMBOY – On Saturday, June 3, 2017 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church on Rector Street, there was a program in tribute to the Legacy of Thomas Mundy Peterson, the first Black Voter in the United States after the passing of the 15^th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The afternoon began with a welcome from MC Dorthy Carty-Daniel and Rev.

Anne-Marie Jeffrey of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. Mayor Wilda Diaz, Congressman Frank Pallone and Senator Joe Vitale all gave remarks. John K. Dyke explained the importance of the many “Firsts” that Perth Amboy has the distinction of holding. Melvina Knight read the 13^th & 15^th Amendment. PAHPC Commissioner Anna Daily gave a brief biography of Thomas Mundy Peterson. The AUL Charter School performed a Play: Casting Ballot for Liberty: The Story of Civil Rights Pioneer Thomas Mundy Peterson.

John K. Dyke and Matthew Telliho were given a citation from Congressman Frank Pallone for their work in preserving Perth Amboy’s history including the documentaries available to the public free of charge. Present included the members of the Historical Association of Woodbridge of which Dorothy Daniel is a member. Also present were Perth Amboy City Historian Anton J. Massopust, some Perth Amboy Council Members and some PAHPC Commissioners and the Latin American Motorcycle Club The original authentic Thomas Mundy Peterson’s Medal was on display on loan from Xavier University of New Orleans. A reproduction of the medal is being made and will be sent to Perth Amboy to be on permanent display.

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