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
Title: Weekly Advocate - January 28, 1837
Speaker or author: Sears, Robert
Newspaper or publication: Weekly Advocate (1837)
The writer praised Philip A. Bell not only for his intellect, but for his "industry." The writer believed that all men of knowledge possessed a drive towards using their knowledge and attaining success through intellectual prowess. This drive and intellect could be beneficial in aiding a downtrodden race. The writer encouraged education and industry.
Description of file(s): two scanned newspaper pages (three columns)