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The black beggar is never turned away without a good deal more than a crust, and a call for help for the unfortunate meets quick response.
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W.E.B. Du Bois
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gutenberg.orgW.E.B. Du Bois: “The black beggar is never turned away without a good deal more than a crust, and a call for help for the unfortunate…”
Editor's note · Context
Du Bois illustrates the compassion shown to Black beggars, contrasting it with the broader social issues they face.
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