University Archives

Title: Weekly Advocate - January 7, 1837

Speaker or author: Sears, Robert

Newspaper or publication: Weekly Advocate (1837)

The writer praised two un-named philanthropists who have worked hard to encourage and enlighten the poor. These two men (along with others) have offered time and money to benefit others. The writer expressed his appreciation for this.

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

Subjects: Abolitionists--United States; African American abolitionists; Antislavery movements--United States; Slavery; United States--History--19th century

Keywords: human rights; liberty; philanthropist; praise; universal emancipation; youth

Publication type: editorials; Newspapers

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