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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC08956 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to 1858 |
| Title | Gamaliel Bailey to unknown regarding an abolitionist newspaper |
| Date | 2 October 1858 |
| Author | Bailey, Gamaliel (1807-1859) |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Request for help in keeping the Abolitionist newspaper National Era in business. Competition has greatly reduced the papers circulation, and it is in danger of folding. Will not take charity or aid from Congress, so only greater circulation can save the paper. Asks the recipient, addressed simply as "My dear sir" to support the paper by renewing their subscription and encouraging others to subscribe. Gives a history of the newspaper and explain why it should be saved. The letter appears to be intended for all the subscribers of the newspaper. It is possible that copies were printed or written in another hand, and sent to the subscribers. |
| Subjects | African American History Slavery Abolition Journalism Charity and Philanthropy Congress |
| People | Bailey, Gamaliel (1807-1859) |
| Place written | Washington, D.C. |
| Theme | African Americans; Slavery & Abolition |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Gamaliedl Bailey, an abolitionist and publisher, edited the National Era from 1847 until his death. Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Cabin" first appeared in there. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |