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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1920
Page
1
A Dabney quoted essay praising Jews as a model of perseverance, education, family virtue, money use, and cultural achievement. It argues Jews forged resilience through persecution, builtRabbinic leadership, and shaped citizenship by self-discipline and intellect, urging others to imitate their vigor and standards.
In Laurens County near Dublin Georgia a white man’s pursuit over a hog sparked a removal of color line homeowners. The Smitherans, a law abiding Black family, faced threats and a white committee urged sale and departure. After failed negotiations and hostile letters, they sold at a loss and moved to North Carolina per the Atlanta In dependent.
A historical quotation is presented asserting that truth is the speaker's sole aim while fear drives a cling to error, expressing a conflict between pursuit of accuracy and avoidance of falsehood. The line reflects a philosophical stance valued in intellectual discourse.
A publisher wishes a Happy New Year to all readers and subscribers alike. The note humorously suggests non subscribers may become subscribers someday and ends with a hopeful nod to unlikely events.
Last Friday night Evangeline Home welcomed guests to a celebratory event with a Three Arts Club trio providing music and readings. Salvation Army officials and representatives from the Colored Girls' Home attended alongside numerous donors. Adjutant Wright thanked inmates for gifts and support. special mentions were made of Brigadier and Mrs Dunham, Mr and Mrs Bennett, and Mr and Mrs D. B. Meacham and family for their seasonless generosity and the Bible gifts that the girls treasure.
A New York report based on 32 burglary insurer figures tallies 1919 losses at about 25 million dollars from 10 000 thefts. Robberies rose over 30 percent with silk, farriers, trucking firms and jewelers suffering major hits. securities stolen from youthful bank messengers exceed 1 000 dollars.
A new Black Star Line maritime company in New York plans to operate the Frederick Douglass with a fully Negro crew led by Joshua Cockburn. The starter capital is 500,000 in five dollar shares, and the vessel will sail from New York to the West Indies and Central America, signaling a notable entry for African Americans in oceanic commerce.
The piece greets 1920 with gratitude for health and progress, noting strength during the flu year and interracial harmony in the city. It urges perseverance toward nobler manhood, citing hopeful lines about adversity and the silver lining of each cloud.
A historical brief argues that business should expand with moral courage to hire Black workers and ensure racial reciprocity. It warns against impotence in wealth and urges wisdom in spending. The piece asserts a strong religious stance and praises the colored brother's influence in faith.
The article praises ingenuity and capital among colored people noting their success in banking, insurance, and diverse enterprises and asserts they should excel in maritime transport. It states the Black Star line will be watched with interest as a measure of opportunity for the colored race.
London December 22 The removal act allowing women to serve as magistrates was passed. The Lord Chancellor announced appointments of women to act as judges when required including the Baroness Crewe the Marchioness of Londonderry Mrs David Lloyd George Mrs Humphrey Ward Mrs Sidney Webb Miss Elizabeth Haldane and Miss Gertrude Tuckwell God help the ugly man who appears before those women judges.
John Johnson of Missouri born a slave and now 112 prepares to celebrate his birthday. Speaker Mingo has died at 120. He lived in Texas but was a native of Virginia.
Charles A. Jackson, a Black diver, has invented a suit that reportedly breaks all records for deep sea diving, drawing attention from maritime circles and researchers. The claim highlights new gear advancing underwater exploration and safety.
Thos E Banks speaks on Spiritism at Hotel Sterling Convention Hall corner 6th and Mound Streets. The illustrated Bible lecture, Sunday January 4 at 3:30 PM, opens 3 o'clock. Free admission with no collection, hosted by International Bible Students Association.
Union Baptist presents a Christmas cantata led by Rev. Page at 8 PM on Sunday January 4 1920 with Sarah Parham serving as president. The event aims to celebrate the season through choral performances and spiritual selections. Public attendance is encouraged.
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