The Negroes Political Power In The North
The article argues that Northern African American voters influence politics in several states and contribute to national policy. It compares electoral weight across Georgia and Pennsylvania, critiques Southern disenfranchisement, and cites voices in both parties calling for fairness. It notes figures like Joseph C. Manning and ex congressman Fleming advocating reform.
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Indiana
Ohio
New Jersey
Rhode Island
Illinois
Pennsylvania
New York
Delaware
North
Foraker
Taft
South
Southern
Odd Fellows Build New Headquarters in Philadelphia
National Grand Master Wm L Houston returns from Philadelphia where he dedicates the United Order of Odd Fellows headquarters at Twelfth and Spruce. The five story, fireproof granite office building costs $135,000 with a 120 foot frontage and will host renting on the first floor and offices above. Dedication on July 15 will involve lodges and branches from Philadelphia and beyond.
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Wm. L. Houston
G. O. O. F. of America
Washington, D. C
Philadelphia
United Order of Odd Fellow
Twelfth and
Spruce Streets
CC. U. 0
Ornam Nt
Odd Fellows
Houston
Penance and a Kiss in Moonlit Mischief
A fragmentary verse scene where a woman confesses a kiss to a man not kin or ally. She questions moral fault, recalls urging him to depart, yet hints at desire and expectation of his return. The speaker notes the moon's mischief and reflects on male shamelessness while defending herself.
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Arthur
Foul injustice poem by John Haskins
An acrostic poem from Independence, Missouri. John Haskins laments an unequal fight and praises one man defending rights against a powerful throne. The piece frames a lone defender restoring justice in Brownsville context for the Afro-American League in Topeka, Kansas.
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John Haskins
Independence
Topeks
Kansas
Colored Park Decision Reversed by Virginia Court
The Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals in Wytheville reversed the Henrico Circuit Court ruling in Peoples Pleasure Park Co Inc et al vs Rohledger. The case involved the Fulton Park color ed resort where white residents opposed a ban on black use. The injunction granted by Judge R Carter Scott was overturned as improper. The opinion was handed down Thursday June 11 1908.
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Richmond
Supreme Court of Appeals of Virginia
Wytheville
Peoples Pleasure Park Company, Inc
Als
Rohledger
Circuit Court of
Henrico
R. Carter Scott
Colored Company
Fulton Park
Messrs. Smith, Moncure and
Gordon
Supreme Court
Dr H C Rowell Visits Sedalia for Woodmen of the World
Dr H C Rowell of Sioux City Town is in Sedalia this week to handle business for the Negro Modern Woodmen of the World. He serves as sovereign commander of the Woodmen.
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H. C. Rowell
Sioux City
Sedalia
Dr. Rowell
Negro Girl Is Victor Best Great Speller
In Cleveland on June 29, 1560 chances to err produced a remarkable spelling contest victory. Merie C. Bolden, 13, daughter of a local Negro mail carrier, spelled every word correctly in both oral and written tests to win for Cleveland over Pittsburg New Orleans and Erie. Medalist Francis H. Haserot pinned the gold championship medal on her dress as confetti of applause swept the crowd. Mae Thursby of Pittsburg achieved a perfect oral and written score. the Pittsburgh prize will be awarded upon her return.
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Cleveland
National Educational Association
Pittsburg
New Oleany
Erie
Merie C. Bolden
Francis H. Haserot
Cleveland Board of Education
New Orleans
Mae Thursby
United American Mechanics of
Smoky City
Seata Ir
Basket Dinner at Otterville July 19 1908
Otterville invites the public to a basket dinner and quarterly meeting on July 19 with Rev T H Lockwood of Jopio as speaker. Cas Webster, pastor, and James Hogan, secretary, endorse the event and praise the hospitality of Otterville residents.
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Otvrerville
Otterville
T. H. Lockwood
Jopio
Toy
Cas Webster
James Hogan
Kansas City Lodge Officers Listed in 1968 Communication
Kansas City Lodge No. 59 WN of P Kansas City Missouri sends greetings to listed officers including Center C. C. Bradly Erwing V. C. Gus Wasley M. F Jerry Marshall M. of E. J A. Bosta Prelate H. C. Marshall K R. S. Dr. J. H. James M. D. J E. Wallan M. W. and others signing with initials indicating positions. The June 6 1968 message names several officers and committee roles.
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Kansas City
Hillions Center
C. C. Bradly Erwing
V. C. Gus Wasley
Jerry Marshall
E. J
District President to Visit Epworth League in Taylor Chapel
District Pressvest Reynolds announces a July 14 visit of the district president to the Epworth League at Taylor Chapel. The note invites all ages to attend, promising a great event and a glorious time, with hopes to meet both old and young members.
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Epworth
Republican candidates announced for August primary
Authorized notice declares George W. Anamoga a candidate for representative in the General Assembly, pending Republican primary endorsement on August 4. Also announces W. A. Fast as Pettis County representative candidate, subject to August 4 Republican primary actions.
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George W. Anamoga
General Assembly
W. A. Fast
Pettis County
Dow Seeks Endorsement in Republican Primary
For prosecuting attorney, Harvey D. Dow is a candidate seeking the Republican Party endorsement in the August fourth primary.
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South Carolina
Lamar
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Alexander City
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Party of Truth and Progress
Democratic Party
Fleming
Athens
United States
Odd Fellows and Household of
Ruth
Ily
Ile
Brownsville
Cashin VA
Supreme Court OF Virginia
Victor
Harry Mar
Pittdbiurg
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