On the recordJanuary 1, 1901
In the school we made a special effort to teach our students the meaning of Christmas, and to give them lessons in its proper observance.
Said by
Booker T. Washington
Source
gutenberg.orgBooker T. Washington: “In the school we made a special effort to teach our students the meaning of Christmas, and to give them lessons in its…”
Editor's note · Context
From his autobiography, Washington describes how Tuskegee Institute educated students on the significance and appropriate celebration of Christmas.
Share
More from Booker T. Washington
Jan 1, 1901
In the economy of God there is but one standard by which an individual can succeed—there is but one for a race.
Jan 1, 1901
If my life in the past has meant anything in the lifting up of my people and the bringing about of better relations between your race and mine, I assure you from this day it will mean doubly more.
Jan 1, 1901
The great human law that in the end recognizes and rewards merit is everlasting and universal.
Jan 1, 1901
Despite superficial and temporary signs which might lead one to entertain a contrary opinion, there was never a time when I felt more hopeful for the race than I do at the present.