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April 18, 1896

John Waller, the American Consul to Madagascar, is illegally arrested by the French government and horribly mistreated. Because he is black, the US government took ten months before demanding a pardon for him.

April 25, 1896

Allan, a politician, made efforts to block the voters and allies of opponent, Lamb.

June 6, 1896

Oregon State legislature votes heavily Republican.

June 13, 1896

A reader submitted letter endorses a candidate in an upcoming election.

September 12, 1896

John Mitchell gave a speech regarding the upcoming presidential election.

September 26, 1896

In preparation for the Republican convention, members of the Lamb political faction meet.

October 10, 1896

A Republican political rally segregated the white and black crowds, much to the black Republican’s disgust.

December 5, 1896

Contemporary newspaper the Minneapolis Tribune argues for incoming President McKinley to hire a black cabinet member.

January 9, 1897

Richmond’s mayor shows prejudice in his explanation of salaries and policy changes.

January 16, 1897

The mayor shows prejudice ideologies involving the “colored poor” and salaries in the city of Richmond.
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