Missouri Negroes Rise in Size and Wealth in Missouri
The Kansas City Journal notes several Black Missourians gaining success, including John Barton who won a gold medal for wheat, George Richardson prospering from barber wealth, and Henry Kirklin offered a gardening post. yet a Missouri town study shows an average wage of about 2.10 a week for Black workers, implying enduring poverty.
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Missouri
John Barton
Benton County
George M. Richardson
Boone County
Henry Kirklin
Lincoln Institute
Columbia
Negro Achievement Sparks Race Hate in Southern Journals
Disgusted southern papers, condemning race equality, critique the Goldfield prize fight as highlighting the Negro’s bid for equality. They warn the white race may retreat from brutality in boxing, yet note enduring barriers and unequal honors across battles from Caney to state offices. The 25th Colored Infantry is cited as an emblem of courage, yet its troops face segregation, including Texas barring quarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goldfield
Courier-Journal
Harper’s Ferry
25Th Colored Infantry
Caney
25Th Infantry
Texas
Iowa and Missouri Officials Deny Negro National Co op
Letters from Iowa and Missouri officials respond to a Cen terville inquiry about the Negro National Co operative Development and Manufacturing Association. Iowa and Missouri records show no incorporation or license for such a company nor a foreign co operation in their states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
T Ward
Centerville
Negro National Co-operative Development and Manufacturing Association
W. B. Martin
State of
Jefferson City
Jone E. SwanGeer
Missouri
Chariton
T T Ward
Exquire
Negro National Co-operative Development and Manufacturing A Association
Nelson and Gane In Ring Outburst Reflects Racial Tensions
The Advance notes the fight with Battling Nelson accused of violent tactics and a Black challenger lauded for skill, while social equality debates surface in pugilism. The piece critiques conduct and praise, contrasting barbaric fighting with dignified performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Nelson
Gane
Rffian
Nelson
Histories and charts for sale advertise historic fraternal works
A notice offers histories of Free Masonry and Grand United Order of Odd Fellows charts for sale at reasonable prices. Orders may be left at 121 East Main Street upstairs, with H. H. Johnson as the agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free Masonry
Grand United Order of Odd Fellows
East Main Street
H.H. Johnson
Mammoth pavilion features and arena details described
A historical description outlines a 187 by 237 foot pavilion on solid concrete, vitrified brick walls, tile roof and steel truss supports. The 125 by 175 arena holds 12 000 with many stairways to seats and a broad promenade, plus offices, toilet rooms, ventilation and superior acoustics. It notes space for horses cattle and classes, with movable steel sets for public meetings and seating dispersed for visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Missouri State Fair Unveils Finest Live Stock Pavilion
The Board of Directors reports the Missouri State Fair has completed the finest Live Stock Pavilion in the world. The new structure is highlighted among state fairs, with other fairs boasting large pavilions.
Protect the Man in Uniform in Brownsville
A Brownsville white mob assaulted a Negro soldier in uniform while he walked the streets. The piece argues ongoing racial prejudice across Texas and the nation, urging the government to defend Black soldiers who violate no laws and noting their proven service and discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Brownsville
United States
Texas
South
North
Army of the
54Th Massachusetts
Fort Wagner
Cuba
St. Louis Globe
Will Celebrate at Clinton Clinton Mo Aug 22 Emancipation Day
The colored citizens of Clinton Missouri and nearby areas plan a large celebration on August 22. Attendees are invited from surrounding points for a program including papers titled The Negro's Progress by Miss F Davis and The Negro as an Educator by Miss Edward Brame, plus an address by A Badgett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton
Mrs Mattie Buford Visits St Louis Parents
Mrs Mattie Buford of St Louis is visiting her parents Charles Marshall and his wife on West Henry Street this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattie Buford
St. Louis
Charles Marshall
West Henry Street
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Blair
E. Ralph Blair
Osage Street
The
Kansas City Journal
Co. P. Connell
Lamine Street
Sedalia
B. Kuppenheimer
Kuneoanainet & Co
Chicago
E. E. Johnston
Ohio Street
Live Stock
M. E. Church
Fayette, Mo
W. J. Deboe
Howard County
Contiguous Territory
Fayette
M. E's
M. E. & T. Railway Company
Kansas City
Hannibal
J. A. Diggs
Andrew Cravens
C. T. Hill H. Charleston
Marshall
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