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Progress and Achievements of the Colored People

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Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

KELLY MILLER, A. M., LL. D. Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Howard University, Washington D. C.

PROGRESS AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE COLORED PEOPLE CONTAINING THE STORY OF THE WONDERFUL ADVANCEMENT OF THE COLORED AMERICANS—THE MOST MARVELOUS IN THE HISTORY OF NATIONS—THEIR PAST ACCOMPLISHMENTS, TOGETHER WITH THEIR PRESENT-DAY OPPORTUNITIES AND A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE FOR FURTHER DEVELOPMENTS—THE DAWN OF A TRIUMPHANT ERA. :: :: :: :: :: A HANDBOOK FOR SELF-IMPROVEMENT WHICH LEADS TO GREATER SUCCESS

KELLY MILLER

AND

JOSEPH R. GAY

ILLUSTRATED WITH OVER 100 PHOTOGRAPHIC PICTURES, ACTUAL SCENES IN REAL LIFE AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

AUSTIN JENKINS CO.

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Copyright MCMXIII

BY JOSEPH R. GAY

Copyright 1917

by AUSTIN N. JENKINS

The Story of a Rising Race Told in Pictures

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

PHOTOGRAPHED FROM LIFE

Special Collection A INDUSTRY COMMERCE FINANCE INSURANCE

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

CAPABLE OFFICE STAFF Bookkeeping Department, National Benefit Association, Washington, D. C.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

ENTERPRISING BUSINESS MEN The Executive Committee of the “National Negro Business League.” The purpose of this league is to bring the business men together for mutual cooperation and trade advancement.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

MONOTYPE OPERATORS Modern typesetting machines. A. M. Sunday School Publishing House. Nashville, Tenn.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

MEN OF FINANCE—BANKERS Members of The National Bankers’ Association. The men who control trust funds and provide means for business and agricultural expansion.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

PRIVATE LIBRARY OF A PROSPEROUS HOME Refinement and culture is here shown in the home of Chas. Banks, Mound Bayou, Miss.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

SUCCESSFUL IN LAW PRACTICE A prominent lawyer presenting his case to Judge R. H. Terrell, who is a colored Judge of a Municipal Court in Washington, D. C.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

STENOGRAPHY IN A WELL EQUIPPED OFFICE The type-written letter in business correspondence is almost a necessity, hence the great demand for intelligent and experienced stenographers.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

BUSINESS ACHIEVEMENT Vandehorst’s Shoe Store, Jacksonville, Fla. Evidence of the opportunity for success in the shoe business.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

THE REWARD OF THRIFT AND ENERGY The palatial residence of J. F. Herndon, a prosperous Colored citizen of Atlanta, Ga.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

AN ELEGANT AND WELL-APPOINTED LIBRARY An interior view in the home of a noted physician, Doctor George Cabaniss, Washington, D. C.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

LUXURY AND COMFORT An elegantly appointed Barber Shop owned and patronized exclusively by Colored citizens. Birmingham, Alabama.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

AN UP-TO-DATE STORE An example of Mercantile Success, showing possibility and prosperity. Owned and operated by A. H. Underdown, Washington, D. C.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

COMMERCIAL PROSPERITY One of the largest Fish Markets in the South. Jacksonville, Fla.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

REPRESENTATIVES OF THE OVERGROUND RAILROAD Here are lined up in their uniforms some of the brightest Parlor Car porters of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad.

Illustration from Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success

THE COLORED MAN AS A PIONEER The first house in Chicago was erected by a Negro.

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