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Hartford-Springfield chronicle (1940-1940)
Content Provider | Library of Congress - Newspapers |
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Temporal Coverage | 1940-1940 |
Description | The Hartford-Springfield Chronicle, launched in 1940 by the Square Deal Publishing Company, aimed to uphold civil rights and community empowerment. Led by Editor Ernie Durham and President George W. Goodman, it championed numerous victories for African Americans in Connecticut during World War II. From integrating professions to exposing housing discrimination, the paper led significant social change. It evolved into the Hartford Chronicle and later the Connecticut Chronicle, expanding its coverage across multiple states. Despite facing challenges, including partisan politics, the newspaper family showcased African American achievements and fought against racial injustices, leaving a lasting legacy in documenting the community's history. NDLI hosts contents from/of year 1940 of this newspaper. |
Online Computer Library Center | 31813207 |
Library of Congress Control Number | sn95063011 |
Language | English |
Access Restriction | Open |
Jurisdiction | United States of America |