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Newspaper
Philadelphia Tribune
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1914
Page
4
An editorial urges the city to improve housing and appearance in Black neighborhoods. It criticizes untidy living, calls for race pride, house to house canvassing, and church led outreach to reduce lounging, liquor use, and public disorder while promoting cleaner homes and personal presentation.
The piece reflects on commencement season and the shift from elite academic achievement to vocational training. It highlights Downingtown Preparatory and Agricultural Training School and Lincoln University, praising practical skills in sewing, plumbing, leather work, dairy production, and home economics as paths to progress. It also cites Dr. Washington on land ownership and farm investment as essential for the race’s future.
The text discusses how people are judged by their daily conduct and behavior, emphasizing that moral character is reflected in action and choices. It notes the link between personal actions and community perception.
Dr. Booker T. Washington leads a Tuskegee Institute commencement where about 200 graduates present a practical demonstration of school work. Each student explains their recent projects in place of traditional oratory, a format gaining traction elsewhere for its engaging realism.
The article argues that U S leaders claimed the Veracruz mission was to defend the flag after Tampico, but critics say the move escalated beyond a mere apology. It notes Huerta’s government offered a flag salute pardon, while the U S demanded gun for gun salutes and deployed ships and troops in response.
Smyrna notes list visits from Mrs Victoria Johnson of Riverton New Jersey and Mrs Edith Hollis of Philadelphia to local residents. Rev Jefferson of Watscoat M E Church preached a sermon. Alfred Raikes of Pegee visited town with Mrs Nettie H Watson returning from a two week visit. Florence Swiggett returned from Wilmington and Kia. Miss Helen Gibbs of Wilmington also mentioned.
A historical survey traces the formation of the First A M E Conference and Richard Allen as bishop, noting Philadelphia as birthplace and the church's early growth. It cites figures like Daniel Coker, Jacob Tapoco, Clayton Durham, and Morris Brown while detailing humble beginnings, travel by foot or horse, and later adoption of gas and night services.
A Wilmington Delaware column records church events, sermons, and community news from June including Woman's Day observances, birthdays, health updates, and funeral notices. It notes visits by clergy from Baltimore and Philadelphia, a Lincoln University graduation, a wedding, a concert, and a fan sale promotion at Isaac Gibbs.
The article discusses a legislative debate over fare obligations for travelers and the possibility of free travel by certain groups. It argues against interpreting the law as forcing payment only when demanded, noting the impact on millions who travel with no expectation of fare checks.
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