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Title: Colored American - June 16, 1838
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer tells his readers about recent decisions made in the Connecticut courts that indicate a less prejudiced attitude towards African Americans.
Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - September 8, 1838
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer encourages his readers to pattern their lives on statesmen such as Benjamin Franklin and focus on "industry, prudence, and economy." Doing so will lead them to self-improvement and the elevation of the race overall.
Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page