Booker T. Washington: “Here was the century-old problem in all its pathos seated singing before me.”

No one section of our country was wholly responsible for its introduction, and, besides, it was recognized and protected for years by the General Government.

I repeat my belief that the world is growing in the direction of giving.

When they saw that I was not afraid or ashamed to work, they began to assist with more enthusiasm.

Despite this disappointment, however, I determined that I would learn something, anyway.