09 Nov 1918
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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1918
Page
1
A dated op-ed from The Atlanta Independent argues for strong Negro press support. It defends the race against white misrepresentation, urges Negro families to read and patronize Black-owned papers, and asserts the press shapes public opinion and pride.
Tax returns for the year 1917 show Georgia Negro owned property totaling 647,424,440 with an 87 percent rise from 1917. The report, compiled by WH Harrison, notes Negroes on farms added three million dollars in livestock, autos, jewelry, and other assets, with overall property value rising to 17,423,449.
The piece describes Ralph Wo Tyter and other American War correspondents sailing to France to cover Allied operations. It highlights African American troops aboard and their service, morale, and interactions with white passengers on the voyage, noting diverse service personnel and the aim to promote democracy through wartime reporting.
The Kansas City Sun recalls a misread joke about Black youths and Judge Lindsey defends their heroism and democracy work. Mentioned is Roger Williams, a real estate owner and early subscriber, while noting the steady support among white bikers and the community's steady devotion to civic progress.
The text appears as a biased advertising fragment urging readers to join a whitening campaign and alleging employment of “Veins men” and women of our race. It reflects prejudiced language and racial themes typical of period racial propaganda.
A fragmented early 20th century column argues business leaders and preachers should live by the gospel they preach. It stresses public responsibility of black merchants and advertisers to support community progress through newspapers and religious outreach.
A note from this week discusses rapid action led by Walker A J Smitherman to advance the war furl drive. A further meeting is planned at the Star office this Saturday to decide on fundraising and money submission details.
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