Crystal Shepeard

Writer

Freelance writer who covers national and California politics.

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Grandma Mason aka Bridget - Biddy - Mason was the first black woman to buy property in LA. She also founded the first black church too.

Biddy Mason’s mark on the history of LA

Grandma Mason aka Bridget - Biddy - Mason was the first black woman to buy property in LA. She also founded the first black church too.

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