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Subtitle: The Anglo African.

Title: Elevator - September 15, 1865

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Elevator (1865 - 18??)

The writer commends the Anglo African newspaper and its staff, but condemns the paper's practice of running advertisements from men looking for wives.

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

Title: George T. Downing

Speaker or author: Downing, George T. (George Thomas), 1819-1903

Newspaper or publication: Liberator

Brief speech denouncing the African Civilization Project. The speaker believed this was similar to the American Colonization Society project and just one more way of making money using African American labor.

Description of file(s): PDF 2 page, 391 word document (text and images)

Subtitle: Auburn Celebration.

Title: Impartial Citizen - August 8, 1849

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Impartial Citizen (1849 - 1851)

The writer described the events during a day of celebration in Auburn, New York.

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

Subtitle: H. H. Garnet.

Title: Impartial Citizen - February 28, 1849

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Impartial Citizen (1849 - 1851)

The writer responds to Henry Highland Garnet's request to indicate the differences in their ideas regarding African American life and Colonization.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: The Letter of the Rev. Henry Highland Garnet.

Title: Impartial Citizen - June 27, 1849

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Impartial Citizen (1849 - 1851)

Brief note regarding a comment made by Frederick Douglass about a letter written by Henry Highland Garnet.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Title: Impartial Citizen - June 27, 1849

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Impartial Citizen (1849 - 1851)

The writer defends his position regarding previous comments he made about Frederick Douglass' stance on giving Bibles to slaves.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Editorial Correspondence.

Title: Impartial Citizen - October 24, 1849

Speaker or author: Ward, Samuel Ringgold, b. 1817

Newspaper or publication: Impartial Citizen (1849 - 1851)

The writer continues his journaled reporting of his travels through New York and Pennsylvania on a speaking tour.

Description of file(s): three scanned newspaper pages (five columns)

Subtitle: The State Convention.

Title: Impartial Citizen - September 19, 1849

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Impartial Citizen (1849 - 1851)

The writer gives a brief overview of speeches delivered during a recent convention.

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

Title: J. W. C. Pennington

Speaker or author: Pennington, James W. C.

Newspaper or publication: Presscopy -- Congregational Library -- Anti-Slavery Pamphlets

Speech regarding the injustices of slavery and prejudice emphasizing the extreme cruelity that can result from fear and hatred in mass populations. The speaker noted that while slavery intended to make "beasts of burden" of human bodies, the reality of slavery demonstrated that the institution was instead a battle to chain human minds.

Description of file(s): PDF 29 page, 12,568 word document (text and images)

Title: John B. Smith

Speaker or author: Smith, J. B. (John B.), Rev., fl. 1852-1863

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The speaker gave a brief overview of the Boston Convention including a "controversy" between Henry Highland Garnet and George T. Downing. He said that the convention participants had agreed that they would remain in the U.S., their birth place. He also stressed the importance of cotton in continuing the system of slavery.

Description of file(s): PDF 3 page, 532 word document (text and images)

Title: John Sella Martin

Speaker or author: Martin, J. Sella (John Sella), b. 1832

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

While introducing Henry Highland Garnet, the speaker said he supported the African Civilization Society's efforts in Africa. He praised Mr. Garnet's work towards freedom and dedication to the cause of abolition.

Description of file(s): PDF 6 page, 1,273 word document (text and images)

Subtitle: A Philadelphia Circular.

Title: Pacific Appeal - August 15, 1863

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Pacific Appeal (1862 - 188?)

The writer briefly comments on a printed announcement he received regarding the commencement exercises held at the Institute for Colored Youth in Philadelphia.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: What are Our Freemen in the East Doing?

Title: Pacific Appeal - March 5, 1864

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Pacific Appeal (1862 - 188?)

The writer tells his readers that the Emancipation Proclamation was just a starting point for the work that lies ahead for all African Americans. Now is the time for the elevation of the race and the fight against prejudice. The key to success is an improvement of moral character and social standing.

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

Subtitle: The Circular Calling upon Fugitives from Canada for West India Labours.

Title: Provincial Freeman - July 1, 1854

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Provincial Freeman (1853 - 1859)

The writer expresses his opinion of a circular he received calling for people of African descent living in Canada to work in the British West Indies. He believes this is another immigration scheme created by those who suppose these people are not smart enough to stay where they are.

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

Subtitle: Fato Profugus Virg.*

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - April 20, 1861

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The writer commends the work of Henry Highland Garnet, and praises him as a positive example of what is possible for all African Americans who strive for greatness.

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

Subtitle: Presentation.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - April 6, 1861

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The editor informs his readers that donations are currently being accepted to purchase gifts of appreciation to be awarded to Henry Highland Garnet and his wife.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Resignation.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - April 6, 1861

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

As a response to conflict within the Haytian immigration movement, Henry Highland Garnet tendered his resignation as New York agent. This resignation was not accepted since James Redpath admired and respected Garnet too much to do so.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Humanity and Houses Wanted.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - April 7, 1860

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

Brief mention of a "full length drawn portrait" of Henry Highland Garnet that appeared in a recent issue of the New York Tribune. The writer finds it ironic that such a nicely drawn image of Mr. Garnet should appear in a newspaper that is so against African American people.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: First of August Celebration.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - July 30, 1859

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The writer tells his readers of upcoming events that are being offered to celebrate the August 1st anniversary of the emancipation of the British West Indies. He reminds them too that August 24th is the birthdate of William Wilberforce and worthy of celebration as well.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

Subtitle: Return of J. J. Myers, of Wisconsin.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - June 2, 1860

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The writer relates a brief overview of J. J. Myers' expedition to South Africa. Mr. Myers has returned home to gather his belongings and family for the final and permanent move to Africa.

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

Subtitle: Emigration to Hayti.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - March 16, 1861

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The writer briefly discusses the pros and cons of immigration, espeically to Hayti.

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

Subtitle: The Anderson Extradition Case.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - March 2, 1861

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The writer relates the story of a fugitive, arrested for murder in Canada, who was freed by a Canadian court on a technicality in the reading of the Ashburton Treaty.

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

Subtitle: Re-Opening of Colored Grammar School No. 1.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - March 24, 1860

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

Overview of a ceremony marking the re-opening of a grammar school for African American children. Several important members of the African American community were present. Presentations were made to outstanding leaders and students including a piece of the Atlantic cable that had been installed in 1858.

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

Subtitle: The Elective Franchise.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - March 31, 1860

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The writer provides an overview of the current political climate regarding African American suffrage. He encourages his readers to form "Franchise Clubs" to help African Americans organize for equal rights, education, and access to political publications.

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

Subtitle: Anglo-African Lectures.

Title: Weekly Anglo-African - October 15, 1859

Speaker or author: editor

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)

The writer calls his readers attentions to the announcement of upcoming lectures that is included on another page of this newspaper. He stresses the importance of this lecture series and expresses pride in being able to provide this service to the community.

Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column

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