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Newspaper

Philadelphia Tribune

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1917

Page

4

Demanding Justice and Equal Rights in America

A critical tirade denounces the nation’s democracy and its treatment of Jews and Black service members. It condemns segregation in the armed forces and calls for true justice, equality, and universal brotherhood under God, urging leaders to end hypocritical rhetoric.

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Home Rule debate echoes in Pennsylvania Letters

Readers debate Home Rule for Ireland and accuse Harrisburg politicians of denying representation to over 200,000 Pennsylvanians. The letter writer condemns segregation in public places and labels Irish expatriate descendants as part of the crowd.

Ireland Harrisburg Pennsylvania

Call for united race representation and Home Rule

A persuasive message urges colored citizens to unite at primaries and elect race representatives. It condemns current leadership as corrupt and ineffective, argues for self reliance, boycott of weak leaders, and strong backing for fearless, honest candidates in Harrisburg. It links Irish Home Rule to broader race equality and demands action now.

Democratic Party Harrisburg Annanias Ireland

Morton Shorter A M E church hosts services and alarums

In Morton Pennsylvania on June 12 the Shorter A M E church led by Rev R O Napper held 11 am sermon and 3 pm Sunday school program under Mrs Carrie Ward with solos and addresses. An 8 pm sermon titled Two Coats drew a packed church and new members united at the altar.

M. C. Wilson Ben. Haines Susan Sargent Henry Chambers Walter Tolliver Ida Wilson Ridley Park Hospital Albert Burrell Bee Rev. Napper the Tribune E. G. Hubert A. B Hulett Strothers Morton Leroy Sargent Florida John Sargent Grace Prior Burton Mayo Napper Louis Boody Cere Arlington Perry

Noted Orator Harry W. Bass Dies

Public notice reports the death of Harry W. Bass, acclaimed speaker and renowned orator. Tributes praise his oratory skill and public service, noting his influence and character.

Harry W. Bass

Booker T Washington's Lifelong Service and Legacy

A tribute recounts Booker T. Washington's journey from poverty in Richmond to Hampton Institute and Tuskegee, praising his leadership, educational reform, andCall for ongoing service. It highlights General Armstrong's mentorship, Tuskegee's growth, and Washington's impact on American democracy and racial uplift.

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Patience and The Sweetest Name at Grimes A. M. E. Church

Phoenixville reports a church service with sermons on Patience from James and The Sweetest Name from Matthew. A funeral for Thomas Amos Golden at Kemberton drew a large crowd, with interment in Morris Cemetery. Local visits noted include Reva Young, Mrs. Loper, Minnie Coleman, and Joshua Wilson.

Phoenixville Grimes A. H. Young Thomas Amos Golden Kemberton Morris Cemetery Reva Young Earl Peterson West Chester Loper Brandywine Summit George Thomas Freemont St John Price Minnie Coleman Paul Davis Nettie Coleman

St Pauls AME Church Services Fill Malvern Day

Malvern Pennsylvania reports full attendance at morning and evening services at St Pauls AME Church. Edifying visits include Thomas Newton of Berwyn and Mary E Schenck traveling to Princeton for a funeral. Local residents attend events and visit relatives across Langford avenue and West Chester.

Malvern St. Pauls A. M. E Thomas Newton Berwyn Mary E. Schenck Princeton N. J Hughly Thycot Joseph Beecham Parthenia Twisdale Mary E. Thomson Wayne Wm. Thomas Langford Avenue Laura Taylor West Chester Mary Tinson Lancaster Avenue George Holmes Lizzie Cotton Frazier W. Thomas W. Miller

Bristol Items and Community Notes From Bristol Pennsylvania

Bristol, June 18. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Fisher visited Rev. and Mrs. Geo. W. Fisher. A large number of local men registered. Miss Lucy Alien and Miss Helen Miller visited Philadelphia. James Biddle invites men to Bristols Bethel AME church on July 2 for Men’s Day. Children’s Day observed at both churches. A summer rally is planned at 10 am. Rev. Geo. W. Fisher has joined Warner Steel Worsted Mill. Mrs. Mamie Allen of Trenton and Mrs. William Hamilton of Philadelphia visited Bristol. Pastor Mrs. Sadie Cork hosted guests. A Strawberry Festival was held by Bethel AME Pastor’s Aid. Mr. and Mrs. J. Winchester and son came from Wilmington for a wedding. the couple hosted dinner with Mr. and Mrs. G. Roe.

Bristol J. W. Fisher Geo. W. Fisher Lucy Alien Helen Miller Philadelphia James Biddle Bethel A. M. EB Warner Steel Lacy Vaughn Langhorne Geo Gaston Roe Pine Street E. W. Miller Arrington Roe Bethel A. M. E. Church Mamie Allen Trenton N. J William Hamilton Sadie Cork N. Tenth St Goumhter Sughes Iphia Clarence Jones J. Winchester and Son Wilmington Del J. Wingchester Walter Jenkins G. Roe

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