Criminal The Family Land, Part 1
Oct 25, 2024
Kim Duhon, niece of Melvin and Licurtis, shares her family's heart-wrenching legal battle over their ancestral land in North Carolina. They resisted leaving a place rich in heritage, expecting a brief jail term but instead spent eight years behind bars. Duhon reflects on their cherished memories of Silver Dollar Road, emphasizing the emotional weight of family legacy. The podcast delves into the complex issues of heirs' property, systemic challenges, and the resilience required to fight for home and identity amid displacement.
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Childhood on Silver Dollar Road
- Mamie Reels Ellison describes growing up on her family's land, Silver Dollar Road.
- She reminisces about the freedom, playing in fields, and the magical feeling of the water.
Silver Dollar Road Community
- The Reels family lived on Silver Dollar Road, surrounded by relatives.
- Mamie recalls the close-knit community where everyone knew each other by the sound of their vehicles.
Mitchell Reels' Legacy
- Mamie's grandfather, Mitchell Reels, was a deacon and central figure in the family.
- Mitchell's love for his family extended to letting them choose their own plots of land.