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Tupelo’s Rise Shows Rural Renewal Through Federal Aid
The Mississippi city of Tupelo, population about 23,600, transformed over 17 years into a regional hub through an active local leadership, multiple federal programs, and grassroots action. Secretary Freeman cited growth in manufacturing jobs from under 7,000 in 1950 to around 9,000 in 1966, driven by urban renewal, housing, and farm programs, plus local initiative.
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Bers Mil
Washington
Tupelo
Miss
Mississippi
Tuytly
Orville L. Freeman
Tupwl
U.S
Harry Martin
Tupeelo
Community Develoment Foundation
Irarmers
Departments of Labor and Health, Education & Welfare
Tocal
Sam
Freeman
South
Department of Agriculture