Speaker or author: Still, William, 1821-1902.
Newspaper or publication: National Anti-Slavery Standard
Eloquent and rational speech regarding the unique predicament the free black citizens of Pennsylvania found themselves in since they were bordered by three slaveholding states and since the passing of the Fugitive Slave Law created incentive for kidnapping. The speaker emphasized the value of what they, as free black citizens, offered to the rest of the country in terms of example; and what they could do to protect and take care of themselves in emergency situations.
Description of file(s): PDF 11 page, 3,137 word document (text and images)
Speaker or author: Still, William, 1821-1902.
Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)
The speaker stresses that the slave and the free people of color must help themselves to create a better condition for their lives. He emphasizes working towards moral, social, and political integrity in order to ensure success. The speaker believes that hard work, education, and morality are key to achieving the desired results for elevating the race.
Description of file(s): PDF 2 page, 396 word document (text and images)
Speaker or author: Still, William, 1821-1902.
Newspaper or publication: Weekly Anglo-African (1859 - 1862)
Speech emphasizing the importance of education.
Description of file(s): PDF 10 page, 2,242 word document (text and images)