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A poem describes the author’s despair at how “indifferent” the worlds remains toward suffering and death.

The Planet describes the corruptness it feels exists in the War Department, while it punishes soldiers without giving them a chance to defend themselves.

John Mitchell, Jr. encourages African Americans to fight the prejudices against them by proving them wrong by being "polite and affable" to all races.

A monument dedicated to the “deeds of valor” of Confederate veterans is unveiled, with a reverend delivering an oration in support of the South.

The Japanese, “a branch of the yellow race,” make huge advancements globally, through its empire, military, and care for the sick. In fact, the race is “more vigorous than caucasians” because “it flourishes in all climates.”

John Mitchell, Jr. recognizes there are both good and bad blacks as there are good and bad whites.

Author H.G. Wells gives remarks on the lynching of three black men, saying that the “American public does think that fierce and cruel reprisals are a necessary part of the system of relationships between white and colored man.”

The Richmond Times defends its articles stating that they "are not aware of" any harsh words against African American soldiers.

The Richmond Times claims to understand the "Negro problem"; John Mitchell, Jr. knows otherwise.

The case of black suffrage versus the state meets “another setback” as the black right to vote is delayed once again.