Thanksgiving In Prairie Mississippi

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I have always felt that certain films and stories were integral to advancing the Civil Rights movement into areas where segregation and bigotry were the norm." To Kill a Mockingbird " and " Lilies of the Field" are examples of great films and Kuralt`s story on the inspirational Chandler family was seen by untold millions and talked about by more. This story helped pave the way for the Huxtables on television which helped pave the way for the Obamas in the White House.

what an increible story. i just watched a 2009 update on this family...37 grandchildren...more than 37 college degrees! hard work and diligence begats even more accomplishments.

My dad has the videos of these specials...I wish I could find them on DVD!

I miss him too - "Sunday Morning" was like going to church. The new Charles is good too!

This story first aired Thanksgiving Day 1978. I was a young reporter in Nebraska and saw it on the CBS Evening News broadcast that night. It was then and I beleive still remains, one of the finest broadcast news pieces ever. It shows the potential (lost unfortunately now) of television to share stories of real people and through them, to learn about each other.

When I was younger was a sin to miss Charlie on the CBS evening news everynite was a new story for hope. I miss you Charlie as long as you are remembered you never die and your stories meant a lot to me and you never knew it.

Maybe THIS is what America is REALLY all about.... (says a Scotsman who is so impressed with this amazing family). How lucky they are to have each other. Fantastic story. Thanks

Thanks to whomever posted this. I was a broadcast journalist for 22 years and I had an opportunity to meet Kuralt. I can say without eqivocation, this is one of the finest reports by one of the finest reporters ever to work in broadcasting.  If you're involved in this industry, soak this story in. It's not only a great story...but it's a great telling. Thanks again.

Why don't the Travel Channel start airing on the road once again.BTW look at all that Mouth watering food now that's a meal nothing like good ole home cooking.