November political fervor fuels Republican momentum
The piece lauds Republican nominees for president and vice president, claims Democratic administration failed, and asserts support for Wilson and Fairbanks as the path to victory. It frames Bryan as sidelined while predicting a coming Republican triumph and criticizes the Democratic platform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pairbanks
Thero
Democratic Party
Jennings Bryan
Louis
Wilson
Fairbanks
Orice
Moton Race Stance Polarizes Afro American Press
The dispute over Robert R. Moton of Tuskegee Institute centers on his alleged pursuit of racial separation and his wife’s Pullman car incident in Alabama. Afro American newspapers debate Moton’s policy toward segregation while urging a clear public statement.
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Robert R. Moton
Tuskegee Institute
Troy
Alabama
Moton
Principal Moton
the Tribune
Tuskegee
Manlges
Dr. Washington
New York Age
of Ite
R. R. Moton
Segregation Debates and Race Attitudes in Nation’s Press
A discussion recounts the Moton incident with a Pullman car ejectment, notes Alabama jurisdiction limits, and cites Dr. Washington and Principal Moton. It criticizes segregation education, laments race prejudices, and warns of political support and wartime sentiment against Mexico.
Racial Stereotypes Framing In Early 20th Century Text
A period-era excerpt critiques racial hierarchy describing the Negro as secondary to the dominant Anglo-Saxon race. The passage frames the Black population as peripheral to the "great white orb" and emphasizes perception by whites. It illustrates prevailing prejudiced discourse in historical publication.
Honest self appraisal for a nation’s progress and pride
The speaker notes the difficulty of aligning the views of tens of millions who are mature in passion yet often childish in judgment. He adds no race can be great if it despises or ridicules itself or wishes to be different.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Wilson
Quote on Black history and environment in America
A historical quotation asserts that stating the Negro’s history and surroundings in the United States has nearly degraded him to the lowest point on the moral scale. The remark reflects racial attitudes in a bygone era and is cited as an example of discriminatory language.
Educated Negroes Resolve Local Racial Questions in Community
The passage notes that educated Black residents from far away Alabama are considered to settle disputes within their own community through well crafted resolutions that are rarely read outside their immediate circle and often do not reflect the broader population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Land and labor as path to progress for the Negro
A preacher argues that land ownership and control of labor are essential for Black development in the South. He warns that without land and work, God will demand relocation, and he contends the Black race must cultivate self respect to build a great people.
Race prejudice contrasted with law of gravitation
A denunciation equates race prejudice to a universal force and condemns mournful complaint and arrogant criticism as useless. The speaker likens social bias to gravity and urges practical, constructive response to the prevailing wind of intolerance.
Racial Attitudes on Segregation Across Regions
A quoted passage argues that nearly all white people favor segregation not from unfitness but from racial incompatibility. The speaker claims this view appears in Southern and many Northern communities with sizable Black populations.
Moton Views as Leader in a Racially Equal Nation
The Tribune argues that Robert R. Moton cannot lead a great race with equal constitutional rights while holding segregationist views. It suggests Moton may only succeed in a limited role under current attitudes toward citizenship and equality in the nation’s business and industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Tribune
Robert R. Moton
Emancipation Reflections on Womanhood and Preparedness
The piece argues for higher respect for women and their influence on virtue, urging men to protect rather than debase women. It links education, civic duty, and preparedness to employment shifts, citing Canadian clerical hires and Mexican education reforms as contexts for broader social change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tennyson
Tulsa Star Adds Daily Edition Under A J Smitherman
The Tulsa Star, Oklahoma's Colored weekly edited by A J Smitherman, transitions to a daily issue format after years of publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tulsa
Okla
Tulsa Star
Oklahoma
Colored Weekly
A. J. Smitherman
Millville Clerkship News Quiet Sunday Services and Weddings
Sunday services drew large crowds in Millville with out of town visitors. Rev. Singleton led both morning and evening worship while a quarterly meeting occurred at Allen Chapel in Vineland. A wedding anniversary celebration for Rev and Mrs. Singleton followed, with friends attending and best wishes sent for many more years of happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millville
N. J
Singleton
Rachel Wilson
Hiram Lively
Messrs. Morgan
Charles Wright, Sr
Chas. Wright, Jr
Allen Chapel
Vineland
Chas. Cadara
Paul Singleton
Miss Jackson
Yorktown
Phoebe Fitts
Cleveland
Ohio
A B. Corse
Esalina Rodman
Trenton
Ida Brown
Elizabeth Taylor
Philadelphia
Strawberry festival marks success at Grimes A. M. E. Church
Phoenixville notes report a successful strawberry festival last Thursday at Grimes A. M. E. Church. Services began with prayer meeting, Sunday school at 10 a.m., and evening preaching by Rev. J. H. Young on Happiness and The Power of God. Children’s Day is set for next Sunday, with a Sunday school picnic planned for Valley Park on August 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenixville
Grimes A. M. E
J. H. Young
Anna Cooper
Minnie Coleman
Philadelphia
Ruth
Charmer Mendelson
Ira Foreman
Mariah Smith
Ardmore
Valley Park
The Latin American Republics Revealed to Readers
The article notes Brazil could hold the entire United States with room for three Iowa-sized states. It highlights Rio de Janeiro as a 1.1 million city on a superb harbor and Buenos Aires at 1.7 million as a major Pan-American city south of the equator. It argues Americans know little about South and Central America and should learn more to admire progress there.
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Brazil
United States
Iowa
Rio de Janeiro
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Pan-America
New York
Chicago
Philadelphia
South
Central America
Mt Zion AME Church Services and Local Notes
Mt Zion AME Church in Columbia PA held morning services with a Jeremiah 12:5 endurance sermon and an evening Daniels 4:33 vanity and punishment message. Sunday school started at 2 15 pm. a lesson review followed. Community guests included the Bessicks Berry family visitors from Harrisburg and friends from York and Pittsburgh. Events noted: Sewing Circle June 28, Phyllis Henderson’s Sea Girt trip, and Isaac Makel anniversary and 64th birthday. A June 24 festival by Mt Zion youth group and Children’s Day on June 25 were planned.
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Sharon
Hill
Mt. Zion C. M. B
L C. Coleman
First Baptist Church
W. EB. Scott
Charles Sadler, Sr
Sharon Avenue
Mason
Norfolk
Geo. Downing
Margaret
West Philadelphia
Sewellwning
Martin Willis
Benjamin Willis
Rock Castle
Mt. Zion Co. M. E. Church
Samuel Cornish
Randolph Craigh
Chicago
Geo. Bell
H. Reed
Met
Sharon Hill
Sharon Hill Giants
Chester Blue Socks
Giants
Conn
Columbia
Mt. Zion
M. E
Jeremiah
Daniels
Walter Bessick
Nuton Berry
Harrisburg
Georganna Beassick
J. 8. Hemsley
Marietta
Chas. Ross
Neice
Eva Waters
Mary E. Joyce
York
Gertrude Robinson
Pittsburgh
Beatride
Mary .Burrell
Wilberforce University
Sarah Lytle
Phyllis Henderson
Sea Girt
N. J
Isaac Makel
Mr. Makels
Harvey Makel
Leon Swedney
Lancaster
Mt. Zion A. M. E
Bryn Mawr Sunday Services and Community Notices
Rev W J Oliver preached to a large congregation at Bryn Mawr Pa with morning and evening services. Children’s Day exercises are planned for the 25th. Superintendent Mrs J Harriston is ill while Mrs L Weaver shows improvement. A carnival for Bryn Mawr A M E Church benefited by Mrs M Tunnell presidency and helpers. Guests included Rev Mr and Mrs J P Green from Washington and Rev Fiemings from Newark N J.
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Bryn Mawr
W. J. Oliver
J. Harriston
L. Weaver
M. Tunnell
Bryn Mawr A. M. E
H. Barrick
F. B. Mitchell
Washington
G. Drakeford
M. Asbury
Pemenitee
C. Hogend
Asbury
Coatesville
J. Oliver
E. Jackson
The
Mercy Hospital
L. Hardy
Friedman
M. Jackson
Spiritual meeting at Union A M E Church in Smyrna
Smyrna Delaware June 19 reports a large crowd at Sunday spiritual meeting led by Rev. As bury peace reached to a sizable audience from Wilma. Dr Albert Price preached in the evening with Rev J M Holland and Rev Fender participating. Dover visitors attended and Mr G R Johnson visited.
Community News Notes From Dover and Surroundings
Mrs Sarah Hemsley and Mrs Albert Watson plans summer at Center Harbor New Hampshire. W C Potts enjoyed Children's Day at Bethel A M E Church with many participants. Centennial M E Church hosts July 4th event led by Rev M H Murphy. Potts to visit Philadelphia New York Boston. Various local visits and travels from Dover to Wilmington Philadelphia and beyond. M W Grand Lodge session in Lewis Delaware opens with parade and honors. Msconduct and junior craftsmen highlighted. St Johns Day planned at Grace A M E Zion Church. Rev Sawyer to deliver sermon. Rev and Mrs BE A Johnson visit and preach, then depart for Seattle after stops. Children’s Day at Bethel A M E and Ezion M B Schools observed.
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Sarah Hemsley
Albert Watson
Center Harbor
N. H
W. C. Potts
Bethel A. M. E. Church
Merion Hill
Ida Fountain
Elizabeth Clayton
Flossie May
Hilda Robinson
Gracie Johnson
Gladis Johnson
Willis Jones
Albert Gibbs
Kendall Lowther
William Riley
James Evans
Ray Johnson
Centennial M. E. Church
M. H. Murphy
Philadelphia
New York City
Boston
Mass
L. W. Sammons
U. A. M. E. Church
Dover
J. O. L. Porter
Tribune
Nathaniel Watson
Emma Gibbs
A. O. Bucher
Denton
Thomas Page
New York
Albert Price
Camden
N. J
Mamie Hollis
Asbury Park
Howard Hollis
Richmond
New Orleans
Ethel Nesbit
Carrie Jones
Hester Gibbs
Elva Johnson
Florence Richardson
Marvey Johnson
Donard Riley
Wilmington
Estella Chase
Till
James B. Williams
Susan Thomas
Annie Riley
Dy Robinson
Cleveland
Ohio
Doode Robinson
M. W
Gran Lodge
F. Johnson
al Price
B. William C. Potts
Ilinois
Georgia
Texas
California
Connecticut
Esa Eet
New Jersey
Florida
John L. Hubert
Delaware
Milford Corner
Lewis
Conwell
Arrivvng
Viola
St. Johns
Reverend Sawyer Preaches Farewell at Grace A M E Zion
Rev R Henry Sawyer delivered his farewell sermon to a large crowd at Grace A M E Zion Church in Wilmington after Sunday service. He leaves for Washington DC to attend the annual conference as part of his church duties. Other local notes include Harold H Collard visiting Philadelphia and Adella Lewis with Lena Demby attending Mason sermon in the city.
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Wilmington
Del
R. Henry Sawyer
Odd Fellows
Grace A. M E. Zion Church
Sawyer
Washington, D. C
Harold H. Collard
George Collard
Mt. Vernon Street
Philadelphia
Adella Lewis
Lena Demby
Masons
M. W. John
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16Th Street
Poet Office
Bell Phone
Dickinson
National Negro Press Association
Major
Louisville
Associated Press
St. Louis
Business League
William H. Davis
Moron
Dominion of Canada
Germany
Quebec
Toronto
Felix Palavicini
New Daily
Gibson
Mana
Vuilin
Widdyuin
Zanzabar
Whitney & Tutt
Blanche Thompson
Hattie Akers
Julian Costello
Perry Bradford
Jeannette
Anita Bush & Co
Hoadose
Rumborne
Julia Rector
Hubbard
Hellene & Emilon
Maeve
Big
Phobe
Millville News
Hotel Brotherhood
U.S. A
Central Park
Sth
A. L. Cropper
WM. H. Turner
J. R. McK.attles
John E. Moore
Jones
C. C. Carter
Chas
W. Roy
William W. Roy
Frank Warner
Fish & Thad Taylor
Yer
Fisher M. Grobes
John A. Thoffias
George Powell
Zack T. Welsh
William Hill
Fox Chase
Bryn Mawritems
Smyrna News
Waltz Dream Academy
1520
North 13Th Street
J.T. Mosby
J. H. Foreman
Morrie J. Pettijohn
Sir Knight
V. Lopez
Hiram Grand Lodge
A. M
M. W. Grand Lodge
Pilot Square Hall
Stone Square Lodge
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