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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.

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

Oregon State legislature votes heavily Republican.

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

John Mitchell gave a speech regarding the upcoming presidential election.

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

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

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

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

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