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The American citizen (1888-1909)
Content Provider | Library of Congress - Newspapers |
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Temporal Coverage | 1888-1909 |
Description | The American Citizen, founded in 1888 by John L. Waller and R.K. Morton, emerged as one of Kansas' enduring African American newspapers. Rooted in the state's Republican Party, it championed African American rights and criticized Democratic policies. Waller, leveraging his legal background and political aspirations, utilized the paper to influence the African American community and promote Republican values. Despite facing editorial transitions and challenges, including a brief period of nonpartisan leadership under C.J.H. Taylor, the paper persevered with a predominantly African American female editorial staff during the 1890s. Under the guidance of figures like Waller and George A. Dudley, it expanded its reach and influence, earning recognition as a leading voice for African Americans in the West. Dudley's tenure as editor-in-chief and publisher sustained the paper until at least 1909, leaving a lasting legacy in the landscape of African American journalism. NDLI hosts contents from/of year 1889 of this newspaper. |
Online Computer Library Center | 12759891 |
Library of Congress Control Number | sn85032031 |
Language | English |
Access Restriction | Open |
Jurisdiction | United States of America |