Booker T. Washington: “Teach those with whom you come in contact that they cannot lead strong, moral lives unless they keep away from the…”

These discussions showed that they understood the situation, and that they kept themselves informed of events by what was termed the “grape-vine” telegraph.

The Negro boy has obstacles, discouragements, and temptations to battle with that are little known to those not situated as he is.

From any point of view, I had rather be what I am, a member of the Negro race, than be able to claim membership with the most favoured of any other race.

I have long since ceased to cherish any spirit of bitterness against the Southern white people on account of the enslavement of my race.