The Lynch Law Must Go and Colored Voters in Alabama
The editorial argues against lynching and supports Miss Wells abroad who returns to lead a campaign against lynch law. It praises the colored voters for backing conservative Alabama candidate Oates, noting the need for due process and equal protection to remove lynch law. Governor Oates is seen as ensuring legal protections for all citizens.
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Miss Wells
England
United States
Alabama
Oates
Dispute Over Miss Wells's Sojourn in England
Opinion sharply divides among the public regarding Miss Wells's stay in England. Strong voices argue for extended travel while others urge a prompt return.
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Miss Well
England
Reform and Education Failures in Modern Society
The author criticizes the education system for not preparing youth for life, noting that many successful people owe their success to factors beyond school. He argues that exam ranks do not predict life outcomes and questions why promising students often still fail.
Rethinking Teaching: Build Minds Not Memorized Facts
The piece argues current schooling overemphasizes memory and book knowledge. It calls for less arithmetic and grammar drill and more practical math, writing, and mental development guided by trained teachers who nurture curiosity, even in children making mud pies.
Colored Commissioner for the Atlanta Exposition
A colored commissioner named for the Atlanta Exposition urges passage of the bill. The brief note emphasizes support for the measure and urges lawmakers to approve without delay.
Black genius carved cane honors Frederick Douglass
A North Carolina artist G. R. Devaine, described as a black genius, carved an elegant cane honoring Frederick Douglass. The piece depicts Douglass’s life from a slave child to a president’s escort, praised for masterful detail and delicate execution. The article argues color should not limit artistic achievement and urges breaking racial barriers in science art and literature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred. Douglass
G. R. Devaine
North Carolina
United States
Devaive
Orain
People's Messenger issue arrives in Americus Ga
The first issue of the People's Messenger, Vol 1 No 1, is received this week. It announces plans to publish in Americus Georgia by the People's Messenger publishing company and describes itself as a newsy sheet aiming to become a pillar of a people's hope and a center of a world's desire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People’s Messenger
Americus
People’s Messenger Publishing Company
By the Sad Sea Wave on the Jersey Coast
Old Sol has sent the mercury to the nineties driving crowds from cities to seaside camps from Cape May to Atlantic Highlands. The Jersey coast near Raritan Bay becomes a vast camping ground as summer visitors retreat to the shore to enjoy the familiar songs and seaside rituals.
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Old
Sol
Jersey
Cape May
Atlantic Highlands
Raritan Bay
Blooded Steeds of Millionaires Now Own Coastal Cottages
The passage describes wealthy employers turned possessors who own seaside cottages and manors by the ocean. It notes a few cottages along the coast where Colored belles and beaux play prominent roles, singing and dancing at Seaside resorts, participating in refined pastimes common among cultured people.
Editorial sparks interest in new Board of Assess
The editorials in The Colored i awaken lively interest in the newly formed Board of Assess, highlighting its actions and public reaction. The pieces reflect community engagement and scrutiny of local governance and tax matters.
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Board of Assess
Political Fight in New York Turns on Colored Voters
In New York the political battle grows heated as Black voters are cast as the decisive force in the outcome. The message urges disciplined turnout and strategic influence by the community.
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New York
Senator Ssiry Faces Stiff Opposition in New Jersey
In New Jersey, Senator Ssiry faces sharp criticism from constituents who question his leadership and actions. The dispute has drawn attention to his stance on key issues, sparking debate among voters and local commentators.
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Ssiry
New Jersey
Ajax
American folklore rises in coastal and mountain towns
The passage notes growing popularity of American culture across communities by the seashore and in the mountains, highlighting its current appeal and widespread favor among people.
Congressman Heard a Strong Force in the House
Congressman Jno T Heard of Maryland is described as a strong force in the lower house and highly esteemed for impartial duty across creed color and politics. The notice praises his commitment to service without bias.
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Jno. T. Heard
Senator James McMillan Endorsed for Senate Return
The Colored American highlights Senator James McMillan as a major public figure who has advanced the District of Columbia and Michigan. It urges voters in Michigan to give him an overwhelming and hearty endorsement based on his long leadership and service to the people and party.
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James McMillan
District of Columbia
Michigan
Senate
Sperry
Wilson
Ways and Means Committee
Connecticut
Banking and Currency Committee
House
Hartford
Texas
Maine
53Rd
Congress
Mr. Sperry
East Windsor Hill
South Windsor
Mason Academy
Manson
Massachusetts
Gradua
Arherst College
Waldo, Hubbard and Hyde
Henry
Retiring Ohio Congressman Harter Favored for Governorship
The passage praises Michael D. Harter of Ohio's Fourteenth District as a public spirited, honest leader who cannot stay in private life. It predicts his election to Ohio governor soon, noting his spotless character and dedication to worthy enterprises.
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Michael D. Harter
Fourteenth
Ohio
Congress
Harter
Black
Lynching Debate Over Ida B Wells Stirred Brooklyn
EprTor Thomas Fortune and Hon. H C Astwood exconsul to San Domingo clashed in the Brooklyn Standard Weekly over Ida B Wells mission. Fortune praised Wells bold agitation in England as beneficial to the race while Astwood argued American Negroes enjoy broader advantages and urged education self respect and race pride to curb lynching more effectively.
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England
Astwood
When a man attends to his own business and remains discreet
A column lists maxims on character and conduct touching honesty, contracts, jealousy, and prosperity. It ends with a note that Dr and Mrs G W Been visited Mrs Elza Cummings in Baltimore and plan to move to a Washington DC suburb after August, then Bryant have
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G. W
Elza Cummings
Hon
Cummings
W. Biddle St
Baltimore
Atlantic City
Washington
D.C
Bryant
Afro American News Roundup Highlights in 1893
The item covers African American events across the United States including park ownership in Columbus Texas, a women’s Republican club in Colorado, black gatemen in Illinois, a Black Patti management pairing in Chicago, and the destruction and planned rebuilding of Lincoln Institute in Missouri. It notes lynching in West Virginia, political nominations in Illinois, and Black physicians opening Providence Hospital in Baltimore, with broader mentions of education, culture, and politics affecting the African American community nationwide.
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Edworah Nahar
Black Patti
Sisseretta Jones
Lincoln Institute
Jefferson City
Ida B. Wells
Chicago
Paynes Literary Congress
Tourgee Club
Woman's Club
Hon James D Richardson A Tennessee Congressman of esteem
Hon James Daniel Richardson born 1843 in Rutherford County Tennessee is praised as a temperate fair and effective House leader. The article notes his pivotal role in streetcar legislation omnibus railroad bill and leadership in Printing Committee plus his long service in Tennessee politics and Masonic ranks. He is portrayed as a loyal Democratic figure with broad support in his district.
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James D. Richardson
Coronal
Tennessee
House of Representatives
Congress
Messrs
Blaine and
Carlisle
Richardson
Fogies
James Daniel Richardson
Rutherford County
Franklin College
Tenn
45Th
Tennessee Infantry
Murfreesboro
Hon Lewis Sperry the Able and Eloquent Tariff Reformer
The Colored American profiles Hon Lewis Sperry as a capable and eloquent tariff reformer in Congress. The column highlights his role among the lawmakers who shape national legislation and commends his steadfast leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connecticut
Funeral of William Gordon at Bethlehem Church
The funeral for William Gordon, son of Jacob and Susan Gordon, who died at age 21 on the 28th, was held Monday July 30 at 3 p.m. from Bethlehem Baptist Church. Rev. Matthews preached from Matthew 25:11, assisted by Revs. Herrod and Parker. He was a Sunday School member who professed faith in Christ during illness. floral pillows came from the Sunday School and relatives. The service featured choral music led by Mrs. A. P. Tubbs at the organ and Hillsdale Cemetery interment. Pallbearers were Kiiles Matthews, William Chew, William Bryant, and Frank Foster.
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William Gordon
Jacob
Susan Gordon
Bethlehem Baptist Church
A Matthews
Herrod
Parker
A. P. Tubbs
Hillsdale Cemetery
Kiiles Matthews
William Chew
William Bryant
Frank Foster
Good Sign for Black Enterprise in Washington D C
The Weekly Observer notes the People s Transportation Company of Washington DC as a beacon of progress for African American enterprise. It praises business leadership among the colored community, forecasts growth, and extends Chicago colleagues best wishes as they open new stands.
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Weekly Observer of
Chicago
People’s Transportation Company
Washington, D.C
Colored Pie of
America
Washington
Weekly Observer
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Frederick Douglass
Columbus
Colored Women of
Colorado
D. R. v. Brown
Rocksland Road
Illinois
Philadelphia
Arkansas State Committee
John Freeman
Waller County
Co-operative Mutual Grocery Company
New Orleans
Arnett
A. M. E. Church
Parliament of Religion
Henry M. Turner
A. M. H. Church
Pine Bluff
Ark
Africa
N. W. Harllee
A. M
Dallas
Colored Department
H. O. Turner
Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts
W. Va
South
John C. Buckner
9Th Battalion
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Colorado Springs
Providence Hospital
Iowa
Wash Nunn
Tom Hoff
Giddings County
Dr. Patterson
Houston
Huff
Voad
Nunn
American Commercial League of
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Kan
Coal and Feed Company
A. J. Neely
A. Hinton
J.J. Thomas
J. D. Orr
Treas
O’shay
Buffalo Police Force
Jessie Williams
West Indies
Liberia
School of the Propaganda
Rome
Lewis Sperry
Hamlet
Dane
Conneticut
James D.richardson
State Senate
Grand Chapter
Royal Arch Masons
St. Louis
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