Colored People Of Chicago

Colored People of Chicago

by Louise DeKoven Bowen

This book provides a detailed overview of the living conditions of African Americans in Chicago in the early 20th century. The study was conducted by the Juvenile Protective Association and involved researchers A. P. Drucker, Sophia Boaz, A. L. Harris, and Miriam Schaffner. The book presents facts and observations about the challenges faced by African Americans in areas such as housing, education, employment, and healthcare. The findings highlight the need for social and economic reforms to address the systemic issues affecting this community.

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