
The Boston Chronicle Newspaper
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper founded in 1915 by a group of West Indian immigrants that included Thaddeus A. Kitchener, Suffolk’s first Black graduate. Their motto was “Fearless and Uncompromising—Advocate of Justice, Rights, and Opportunities”, and it was known as “the other Black newspaper” in contrast to the Boston Guardian.
This relatively understudied and little-known newspaper covered a wide variety of topics including global anticolonial struggles, leftist activism, critiques of anticommunism, Jim Crow in the U.S., women’s rights, Black activism, transnational Black print culture, structural discrimination in education, labor and housing, and even sports reporting, music and book reviews. For the paper’s editors and many of its noteworthy contributors, maintaining “a sense of international solidarity with the most oppressed peoples of the earth,” was deeply intertwined with a militant fight for racial equality in the United States.
The Moakley Archive, along with Sawyer Library staff members Angjelina Koci and Carmen Chen, digitized microfilm versions of the paper from 1932-1960. Please note: some issues are faded and do not allow comprehensive keyword searching.
Descriptive annotations and headline transcriptions were provided by Christiana McKenzie, Suffolk University Class of 2025, as part of a Fall 2024 History internship at the Moakley Archive focused on enhancing researcher access to the digitized issues.
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Boston Chronicle October 23, 1943
The Boston Chronicle
This issue discusses porgress in the fight against inequality through describing pledges against bigotry and efforts to fight Jim Crow laws. This page's headlines include: Page 1: SHEPARD UPHOLDS SALES TAX; Marshall To Speak At Youth Council Mass Meeting; N.C College Prexy Advises Congress; Postal Alliance Defeats Jim Crow; Hood Urges School Teach Ttolerance; Jones Sworn In As Navy Midshipman; Ottley Thrills Herald Book Fair; School Children Appeal to Mayor; Zion Mortgage Burning Drive Off To Good Start; Writers Pledge To Fight Bigotry; Bootsie's Creator Wed Millionairess Page 2: This page contains editorial opinions regarding religion and the reoccuring "Cantabrigian" segment. Page 3: New England. Page 4: This page contains the reoccuring segment "To The Ladies" which contains editorial opinions from a women's perspective. Page 5: SOCIAL PERSONALS CLUBS Page 6: This page contains editorial opinions. Page 7: Sports Page 8: This page contains editorial opinions.
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Boston Chronicle October 31, 1943
The Boston Chronicle
The October 31st, 1943 edition of the Boston Chronicle discusses the labor movements, Worl War II qand the wars domestic effects. This issue's healines include: Page 1: NATIVE NAZI PROVOKES RIOTS; Hood Broadcast Cites Book Slurs; Granger Exposes Axis Agents' Role; Pilots " Naturals" With P-39s Page 2: United War Fund To Aid Families; Man Stabbed By Unknown Thug; AKA Lobbyist To Address Women Of Union Baptist; Soviet Recognition Anniversay To Be Celebrated; AVON LONG HITS JACKPOT; Hingham Shpyard Workers Are CIO Page 3: This page contains editorial opinions regarding religion and the reoccuring "Cantabrigian" segment. Page 4: New England Page 5: This page contains the reoccuring segment "To The Ladies" which contains editorial opinions from a women's perspective. Page 6: SOCIALS PERSONALS CLUBS Page 7: This page contains editorial opinions. Page 8: SPORTS Page 9: This page contains editorial opinions.
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Boston Chronicle October 9, 1943
The Boston Chronicle
This edition of the Chronicle dicussess progress in the fight for racial equaility. It also provides updates in progression of the labor movement. This issue's headlines include: Page 1: RANDOLPH RAPS AFL BIAS; Negro Delegates At AFL Convention; WILL PRESENT HIS ANNUAL RESOLUTION; NAACP Student Parley to Hear Mrs. Roosevelt; $1,000 Given To Union Baptist; Legion Auxiliary To Aid Vets Drug Store Held Up By Teen-Agers; Jamacian Farm Workers To Be Entertained; MOWM Unit Organized Here; Lt. Col. Ben Davis Commands 332nd Air Groups; Supreme Court To Pass On White Primary Cas; Another Liberty Ship Captain Page 2: This page contains editorial opinions regarding religion. Page 3: New England Page 4: To The Ladies Page 5: Social Personals Clubs Page 6: This page contains editorial opinions. Page 7: Sports Page 8: This page contains ediotial opinions.
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Boston Chronicle September 11, 1943
The Boston Chronicle
This edition of the Boston Chronicles discusses the involvement of African Americans in the American Armed Forces. It also features New Englanders in the military and in other regions around the country. The headlines within this issue include: Page 1:MLRB Denies Bargaining Unit Based On Jim Crow; Stanley Davis To Sing On Common; Explains U.S Army Policy; Chaplain’s School Course Changed; One Negro Cadet At Air Force School For Statisticians; London Hotel Bars Famed Cricketer; 1st Rhoder Islander Gets Air Wings Page 2: This page reports on religious news Page 3: This page reports on events within the greater Boston area Page 4:FEPC Schedules Railroad Hearings; WAC News;GOOD CONDUCT DRIVE STARTED Page 5: This page reports on social events Page 6: This page contains editorial opinions. Page 7: This page reports on sports news Page 8:This page contains editorial opinions.
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Boston Chronicle September 18, 1943
The Boston Chronicle
The Septemebr 25th, 1943 edition of the Boston Chronicle disccuses notable news such as recent judge appointments and Baptist congregations' backing of military personal. This issue's headlines include: Page 1: BAPTISTS BACK LIEUT. FULLER; Chicago Parley Passes Resolution; Buys Building To Expand Program; Dr Jackson On Hartford Conn, Inter-Racial Body; Businessmen Push Third War Loan; NMU Sec. Asks Aid For China; Youth Gets Three Months For Mailbox Theft; Six Appointed To Bennett Faculty; Francis E. Rivers Becomes Judge; State Guard Week To Begin Today Page 2: This page reports on religious news Page 3: This page reports on events within the greater Boston area Page 4: This page contains editorial opinions by women regarding women's issues. Page 5:This page contains editorial opinions. Page 6:This page contains editorial opinions. Page 7: This page reports on sports news. Page 8:This page contains editorial opinions.
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Boston Chronicle September 25, 1943
The Boston Chronicle
This edition of the Boston Chronicle provides updates on the World War II war effort and labor movement. This issue's headlines include: Page 1: HAYES FLIES TO SING IN LONDON; Page 2: This page contains editorial opinions Page 3: This page reports on events within the greater Boston area Page 4: Gordon Discusses Negro Russians; MWDC Intensifies Recruiting Drive Page 5: This page reports on social events Page 6: MAJORITY OR MINORitY Page 7: This page reports on sports news. Page 8:This page contains editorial opinions
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Boston Chronicle September 4, 1943
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle April 22, 1939
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle February 11, 1939
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle February 18, 1939
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle February 25, 1939
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle February 4, 1939
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle March 18, 1939
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle May 6, 1939
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle April 16, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle April 2, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle April 30, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle April 9, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle August 13, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle August 20, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle August 27, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle August 6, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle December 10, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle December 17, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.
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Boston Chronicle December 3, 1938
The Boston Chronicle
The Boston Chronicle was a daily newspaper published from 1915-1966 and often described as Boston’s “other Black newspaper.” These scanned images were made from Suffolk University’s microfilm reels (covering 1932-1960) that were originally purchased from the Boston Public Library. Some of the original microfilm images are of poor quality so not all of the content is readable or keyword searchable.