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Title: Aliened American - April 9, 1853
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Alienced American (1853 - 1877)
The editor offers an apology for the delay in getting the paper going. He explains that this brief editorial is not representative of what the newspaper will become once it gets into full publication.
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Title: Colored American - April 24, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer tells his readers that the only way for African Americans to find a better place in society is through "elevation" and improvement through a strong morality, education, and commitment to the cause of freedom. He emphasizes that these goals can only succeed if all African Americans work together.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - April 8, 1837
Speaker or author: Ray, Charles B. (Charles Bennett), 1807-1886
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer emphasizes the hope and expectation for universal emancipation, civil rights, and acceptance that African Americans desire.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - December 4, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The editor provides an update on the current financial situation of the Colored American. The newspaper may not be in print much longer. He again asks for financial assistance from his readers.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - June 26, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer continues his series on the subjects of improvement and the elevation of the race. He gives advice on how to achieve financial security through hard work and a focus on accumulating wealth.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - June 29, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer comments on the scientific advancements of the day. (There is a portion missing from this editorial.)
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Colored American - May 1, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer tells his readers that the key to a successful life is to maintain a focus on continued learning.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - May 11, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer offers a pledge on behalf of the African American people that they will continue in their goal towards elevation and improvement despite the odds that seem set against their success.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Colored American - May 15, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer continues his series of objectives for the success and betterment of the race. This installment deals with how to create a better moral character and self-worth.
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Title: Colored American - May 23, 1840
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The editor discusses the recent meeting of the American Anti-Slavery Society members and their decision to form a new national society.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - May 29, 1841
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer continues his series on suggestions for racial improvement. He suggests in this segment that a focus on industry, business, property ownership, and frugality are the best ways to gain wealth. But he cautions that the focus on wealth should not supercede the focus on character and morality.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Frederick Douglass' Paper - January 27, 1854
Speaker or author: Watkins, William J.
Newspaper or publication: Frederick Douglass' Paper (1851 - 18??)
The writer reviews the horrors of slavery in the past from its entry into this country, and the continued cruelties that accompany it in the present. He details slavery's horrible progress to the present day, but offers hope for the future where he sees its demise.
Description of file(s): three scanned, two columned, newspaper pages
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Title: Pacific Appeal - January 24, 1863
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Pacific Appeal (1862 - 188?)
The writer describes the series of Presidential Administrations during what he describes as "the zenith of the slave-power" in this country. Now that the Emancipation Proclamation has taken effect, he predicts that "Truly, a bright future awaits us."
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Title: Pacific Appeal - October 4, 1862
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Pacific Appeal (1862 - 188?)
The writer tells his readers that since Anti-Slavery agitation began in the early 1800's, legislation has been introduced time and again to attempt to control it. He continues to hope, however, that the end of the war will mean the end of this and a union of all people as Americans regardless of skin color.
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Title: Pacific Appeal - September 12, 1863
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Pacific Appeal (1862 - 188?)
The writer urges his readers to conduct themselves as "good citizens" now that the election is over and the state government seems inclined towards freedom and progress. He doesn't recommend at this point agitating for voting rights. He suggests proving the prejudicial pro-slavery factions wrong by demonstrating a strong moral character and a desire for social harmony.
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Title: Provincial Freeman - October 20, 1855
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Provincial Freeman (1853 - 1859)
The writer encourages black Canadians to live their lives as an example to their children and their posterity. He advises a focus on morality, education, and the part they will play in the future of Canada.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Provincial Freeman - September 1857
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Provincial Freeman (1853 - 1859)
Subscription rate collection continues to be spotty and now the newspaper can't pay its bills. The editor tells his readers that the newspaper will have to suspend publication until their debts are paid.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
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Title: Weekly Advocate - February 18, 1837
Speaker or author: Sears, Robert
Newspaper or publication: Weekly Advocate (1837)
The writer offered an account of the Weekly Advocate's current status in terms of subscribers and its future potential as a beneficial source of information for African Americans.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page