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Title: Aliened American - April 9, 1853
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Aliened American (1853 - 1877)
The writer points out a discrepancy in the number of immigrants reportedly colonized in Liberia and the amount of money the American Colonization Society say they have invested in each person participating in this project.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Aliened American - April 9, 1853
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Aliened American (1853 - 1877)
The editor announces with this the first issue of the Aliened American newspaper its mission statement; community goals; and the names of contributing writers and supporters.
Description of file(s): three scanned newspaper pages (five columns)
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Title: Anglo-African Magazine - December, 1859
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Anglo-African Magazine (1859 - 1860)
The editor thanks his readers for their support in 1859 and calls upon them to renew their subscriptions early for 1860. He tells them the next addition will include "a sketch" of the life of Ira Aldridge.
Description of file(s): one scanned magazine column
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Title: Colored American - April 10, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer replies to an article in the American Citizen newspaper indicating that fugitives are being aided in their escape to Canada. He says that the belief that African Americans who succeed in other countries will reflect positively on those left in the U.S. is just another scam to realize the goals of Colonization. He wonders why it's necessary for African Americans to leave their home country to show their own worth when they can do this now where they are.
Description of file(s): two scanned newspaper pages (three columns)
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Title: Colored American - August 11, 1838
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer comments on the American Colonization Society. While he views it as an evil scheme, he believes it to be ultimately powerless in the face of ethical reasoning.
Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - December 7, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The editor tells his readers that unless some unexpected funds reach the newspaper immediately they will have to stop publication. He focuses on the recent status of subscriptions and donations, and the financial troubles of the newspaper. He also stresses the benefits the newspaper offers to all African Americans.
Description of file(s): two scanned, two columned, newspaper pages
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Title: Colored American - February 23, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: The means of our elevation.
The writer urges his readers to seek to elevate themselves through virtuous living. He emphasizes economy, industry, education, and the pursuit of honorable employment. He suggests to his readers that the best way they can elevate themselves is by living an honest, moral and ethical life.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - January 20, 1838
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer asks again why the U.S. delays action towards the emancipation of its slaves. In order to make his point, he shares a speech against slavery delivered in 1797 by William Pinkney.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - June 22, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer comments on the influence of the Church in continuing the system of slavery.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Colored American - May 11, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer announces an upcoming convention to be held on the anniversary of the American Anti-Slavery Society. He briefly mentions the challenges that lay ahead for this organization.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Colored American - May 27, 1837
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
Despite its good intentions, the writer believes that the American Colonization movement is a politically motivated ploy to remove people of color from the U.S., and thus solve the moral problem of slavery.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - May 6, 1837
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer announces the anniversary celebration of the American Anti-Slavery Society. This organization holds an important place in a country whose government and Churches are swayed by prejudice, a system based on slaveholding, and continued corruption.
Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - November 25, 1837
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The editor reports details regarding the death of a newspaper owner in Alton, Illinois who was murdred by a mob set on destroying his printing press.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - November 9, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer defends the Colored American and its editors regarding negative remarks made by several prominent African American men in the New York State Anti-Slavery Society.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Colored American - October 6, 1838
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer shares an article from the British and Foreign Review comparing the way believers practice the religion of Islam with that of the way Christianity is practiced. The writer then comments on this article, noting the silent condoning of prejudice and slavery that is accepted in U.S. churches. This action is absent in mosques in the Eastern world.
Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - September 11, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer gives a brief overview of the first issue of a new monthly magazine devoted to literature, art, and science.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Colored American - September 25, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer gives a brief overview of the African Methodist Episcopal Church magazine.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Elevator - July 21, 1865
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Elevator (1865 - 18??)
The writer gives brief commentary on various paintings on display at an art store called "Art Union." He also briefly mentions how much he enjoys spending time at a local bookstore.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Elevator - November 17, 1865
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Elevator (1865 - 18??)
The writer offers brief assessments of two newspapers: one he likes, the other he dislikes.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Elevator - October 20, 1865
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Elevator (1865 - 18??)
The editor announces to his readers the intention of the Anglo-African newspaper to start publication of a quarterly magazine. He suggests that this be a monthly rather than quarterly publication.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Pacific Appeal - May 2, 1863
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Pacific Appeal (1862 - 188?)
The writer addresses the question of whether African Americans should celebrate the July 4th holiday since it doesn't really mark their freedom like it does for white Americans. He suggests that from now on the celebration of the emancipation of the British West Indies (usually celebrated on August 1st) be celebrated on July 4th. This way, the Fourth of July could truly be a national holiday giving all Americans a way to celebrate freedom.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Provincial Freeman - February 14, 1857
Speaker or author: C.
Newspaper or publication: Provincial Freeman (1853 - 1859)
The writer relates the current status of American filibuster [William] Walker in Nicaragua. President Mora of Costa Rica offered free steamship passage out of Central America to anyone who would desert Walker's ranks. The situation with Walker and his army is now dire.
Description of file(s): two scanned newspaper pages (three columns)
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Title: Provincial Freeman - July 4, 1857
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Provincial Freeman (1853 - 1859)
The writer offers a brief critique of educational and religious societies in Canada and the U.S. Most he concludes are hypocritical.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Provincial Freeman - March 24, 1853
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Provincial Freeman (1853 - 1859)
The writer discusses the role of Canada in U.S. efforts to capture runaway slaves. Since Canada is a British province, and since there are no slaves on British soil, slaves are not considered fugitives once they cross into Canada. He emphasizes the problems this relationship creates between the two countries.
Description of file(s): two scanned, two columned, newspaper pages
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Title: Voice of the Fugitive - August 13, 1851
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Voice of the Fugitive (1851 - 1852)
The writer expresses his views of slavery, its effect on the state of the Union, and its social ramifications. The system of slavery has been in place for so long that it's become an accepted part of society in the U.S. Without questioning the moral and ethical implications of this, change is impossible.
Description of file(s): three scanned newspaper pages (five columns)