Title: Colored American - October 5, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer expresses his dislike of the way immigration to Trinidad is unfolding. He urges his readers who are thinking of moving there to be sure this is their individual desire and not done through attempts by others (as in Colonization practices). He also urges them to seek a reliable agent before making this type of move.
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column
Title: Voice of the Fugitive - September 24, 1851
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Voice of the Fugitive (1851 - 1852)
The writer responds to critics who charge that agents collecting money for fugitive slaves are only providing for those who belong to the "regular Baptist Church."
Description of file(s): one scanned newspaper column