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Maiden Speech by Kroo Tribe Native Glanto Bwa in Albany
Miss Glanto Bwa, a Kroo tribe member recently educated by missionaries, speaks briefly at the Renselaer Street mission. She discusses her conversion, education, and Kroo customs including dress, marriage, mourning, and child beliefs, noting the shift to clothing and schooling with missionary influence.
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Agiel
For Praise
Tesume
Renseelaer Street
John Doody
Glanto Bwa
Jesus
Ian
Africa
Albany Express