Harvard President Denounced Over Dormitory Racial Policy
Representative Hamilton Fish of New York, a Harvard alum and war veteran, urged President Lowell to end the exclusion of Black undergraduates from freshmen dormitories. The letter argues the policy mirrors Jim Crow and harms democratic ideals, citing Civil War heroes and rights advocates.
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Kramer Accusation Prompted Spark Over Jewish Remarks
The report cites remarks by Mr. Kramer deemed offensive toward Jews, triggering controversy and calls for accountability within the community. Local figures urge restraint and insist on a respectful public dialogue.
Photogenic Siki to star in Paris photo play
In Paris a Dutch firm will film a photo play featuring Battling Siki as a faithful servant whose master’s child is kidnapped. Siki rescues the girl with his boxing prowess and is praised as photogenic, with a suggestion he could become a black Valentino.
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Harvard Board May Consider Race Question
New York report says a Harvard Overseers member asked President A. Lawrence Lowell to call a special meeting to discuss his refusal to admit the son of Roscoe Conkling Bruce, a black graduate, to Freshman Hall. The World notes the president might be suited to head a southern college.
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THAT OLD STERLING
A community letter defends The Sterling Hotel praising its facilities and charity while arguing against critics who oppose the colored patronage stronghold. The piece asserts moral standing, notes dance floors and ballroom quality, and credits Nathan Michelson as a charitable proprietor. It condemns racial prejudice and highlights cross racial appreciation from conventions and organizations.
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Indianaplis youth wins American Legion essay contest
A 14 year old Chinese boy Ah Sing Ching of Ewa Osha Hawaii won first place in the American Legion essay contest for American school children. His essay on how the American Legion can best serve the nation impressed judges, showing superiority to the American competitors.
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