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Subtitle: Abolition.

Title: Colored American - April 25, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer expresses his opinion regarding the work of abolitionists. He is disappointed, however, to learn that some prominent African American men are actually opposed to the abolition movement saying that it does more harm than good.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: National Reform Convention, &c.

Title: Colored American - August 15, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

A brief overview of a recent national convention, emphasizing the impact of opposition from colonizationists in attendance. Included is a short article by David Ruggles expressing his opinion of the proceedings.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: Convention.

Title: Colored American - August 15, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

Brief report on the status of convention held in Albany, New York.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Methodist Convention.

Title: Colored American - August 22, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

Brief announcement of an upcoming convention organized to address a resolution passed in another convention. The resolution to be addressed says that the testimony of African American male church members must be respected.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Moral Reform Convention.

Title: Colored American - August 26, 1837

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer expresses his disappointment in the proceedings of the Moral Reform Society's convention.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: New York State Convention.

Title: Colored American - August 29, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer reports on the state convention being held in Albany.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: The Convention.

Title: Colored American - August 8, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

Brief announcement of a meeting being formed to discuss the details of an upcoming anti-slavery convention.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: The World's Convention.

Title: Colored American - August 8, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer reports on a recent anti-slavery convention that welcomed representatives from almost every recognized country. The writer was surprised by how women were received as delegates without deference placed on gender.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: National Anti-Slavery Standard and New York Convention.

Title: Colored American - July 18, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer responds to a letter published in another newspaper objecting to a recent anti-slavery convention. The letter anonymously expressed the view that African American abolitionists should not hold separate conventions; that all abolitionists should work together. This editorial expresses an opposing view.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: Pennsylvania Convention.

Title: Colored American - July 29, 1837

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer reports on the outcome of the Pennsylvania Convention, focusing mainly on the decisions regarding suffrage and constitutional amendments.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: National Convention.

Title: Colored American - June 13, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer discusses the benefits of holding a national convention of free African Americans. He briefly contrasts and compares a national convention over a state convention.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Pennsylvania Convention.

Title: Colored American - June 17, 1837

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer expresses his belief that an upcoming convention in Pennsylvania to discuss an amendment to that state's constitution concerns disenfranchising the state's African American population.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: Another State Convention.

Title: Colored American - June 19, 1841

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer alerts his readers to another convention to be held to continue the work sparked by the previous one. Only by working together and by reinforcing this union can African Americans succeed in their quest for freedom.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Colonization Convention.

Title: Colored American - June 2, 1838

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer expresses his opposition to the American Colonization Society and its upcoming convention. He singles out Thomas Frelinghuysen who is one of the notable attendees and expresses his dismay that Mr. Frelinghuysen is choosing to align himself with the goals of this society.

Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: The Convention.

Title: Colored American - June 6, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer announces the decisions regarding time and place for the upcoming anti-slavery convention.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Colored Churches in This City.

Title: Colored American - March 28, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer gives a brief overview of ten African American churches in New York City. These churches stand as proof that African Americans are not without religious conviction.

Description of file(s): two scanned, two columned, newspaper pages

Subtitle: Abolition.

Title: Colored American - March 4, 1837

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer offers ways in which African Americans can get involved in the work towards abolition of slavery.

Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: The City Abolition Convention.

Title: Colored American - March 9, 1839

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer gives a brief overview of a recent abolitionist convention he attended.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: A Convention.

Title: Colored American - May 2, 1840

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer discusses reasons for forming a state convention of African Americans to discuss pressing issues such as suffrage and civil rights.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Difficulties of Abolition.

Title: Colored American - May 27, 1837

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer expresses his appreciation for the work, sacrifice, and dedication of all abolitionists.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: A National Convention -- Our Postion Defined.

Title: Colored American - May 8, 1841

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer gives his reasons for the position the Colored American newspaper takes in opposing a proposed National Convention of African Americans.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: Abolition Dying Away.

Title: Colored American - May 8, 1841

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

Although anti-slavery organizations may not agree on the details of how slavery should be abolished, the writer assures his readers that this movement towards freedom is alive and well. The principles of the abolition movement remain strongly supported despite rumors to the contrary.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page

Subtitle: Political Abolition.

Title: Colored American - November 16, 1839

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

Commentary on the role politics plays in the fight for the abolition of slavery. The writer expresses his opinion on the current state of this battle in the political arena.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page (section missing)

Subtitle: Moral Abolition.

Title: Colored American - November 16, 1839

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer expresses his views regarding abolition and political action. Abolition is a moral decision, and politics is the forum for translation of this decision into action.

Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page (part missing)

Subtitle: Political Abolition.

Title: Colored American - November 17, 1838

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)

The writer urges his readers to vote in accordance with their moral prinicples and not base their vote on party affiliation or abolitionist views. He believes that moral principles only should guide each voter even if it means crossing party lines.

Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page

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