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American Periodicals from the Center for Research Libraries

A new digital collection of 338 nineteenth and early twentieth century periodicals, reproduced in full color, keyword searchable facsimiles. The collection is especially strong in labor and trade publications. Complements American Periodicals Series Online, with which it is cross-searchable.

Baltimore Afro-American

Fully searchable, facsimile edition of the Baltimore Afro-American (1893-1988). The Afro-American was a historically influential black newspaper, with large readerships in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Philadelphia, in addition to Baltimore. Read more about the Baltimore Afro-American in the Encyclopedia of African American History, 1896 to the Present.

19th Century English Poor Law Union and Workhouse Records

Digital collection of the correspondence between Poor Law unions and the central administration in London. Correspondence includes letters, memos, reports, and other accounts of activities within the region covered by the union. Includes source material for the study of education, local politics, labor movements, and public health. Covers 1834- 1871.


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