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Title: Colored American - April 11, 1839
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer lists the benefits of the Colored American newspaper, and offers its pledge to continue to serve the African American community.
Description of file(s): one scanned, two columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - April 19, 1838
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer stresses the benefits of civil rights. While they live in a racially restricted society, most African Americans in New York are not taking advantage of the civil rights they do have. He also stresses the benefits of farming and owning land.
Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page
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Title: Colored American - April 22, 1837
Speaker or author: editor
Newspaper or publication: Colored American (1837 - 1842)
The writer cautions his readers to be aware of how society perceives them and to always present a moral, responsible, and industrious appearance. He urges them to not present any reason for negative judgment from others.
Description of file(s): one scanned, one columned, newspaper page