Lavina Ellis
Kentucky Post, Tuesday, 30 January 1917, page 2
After the mayor and board of commissioners Tuesday had given
their hand of approval, leaders of the negro race in Newport began to work to
establish a day nursery for negro children in the western section of the city.
Anna May and Virginia (Lavina) Ellis teachers in the Newport colored school, Monday called on Mayor Livingston to discuss the idea. They explained that no funds were needed from the city. Mayor Livingston said he would do all within his power to assist in establishing such a home.
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Kentucky Post, Tuesday, 5 March 1918, page 1
The first report of the Newport Colored Day Nursery was filed by Lavina A Ellis, Nancy L May and Frances M Abbott. The nursery was started May 14, 1917. Assistance is sought from the city.
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Kentucky Post, Tuesday, 7 August 1945, page 1
Mrs. Lavina Ellis, 65, Negro of 432 Covert Run pike, Bellevue, was taken to Speers Hospital after she suffered a stroke at her home. She is reported to have become stricken four days previously.