African America Young Peoples Congress African Methodist Episcopal AME Church
[Program for an AME Church Young People's Congress] Title: [Program for an AME Church Young People's Congress] Publication: Des Moines, Iowa: [Saint Paul's African Methodist Episcopal Church], 1937 Description: 8 5/8" x 5¾". Two bifolia, printed all sides and stapled. Pp. [8]. Good: outside leaves heavily soiled and worn, internally moderately so. This is a program for, as well as a circular requesting attendance at, the 1937 Young People's Congress. The event took place in Des Moines, Iowa as part of the Northwestern Annual Conference of the A.M.E. Church. While there's little secondary reporting of the event, its back page gives some insight: "This marks the forty-fifth anniversary of the beginning of the work of Teacher Training in the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Iowa. In Iowa began the first effort of this kind known anywhere in our African Methodism. The Congress is highly favored in that one of the principals of this Congress was also associated with the movement forty-five years ago in the person of Mr. S. Joe Brown." The back page goes on the describe the Congress' oratorical contest for high school students and reminded participants of their financial obligations as well as other submissions required prior to attendance. It also may have pointed out difficulty in African Americans finding lodging in the Des Moines area: "the members of the Congress and their guests will be entertained in the homes of the members and friends of the S. Paul A.M.E. Church. That is, so far as lodging is concerned." The program itself listed a detailed day-by-day schedule of events, including devotionals, Sunday School and departmental conferences, general discussions, addresses and presentations. A rare glimpse into the activities and experiences of a Western A.M.E. Youth conference. OCLC locates no copies. Good. Seller ID: 6147 Subject: African Americana, Religion This item is offered by Langdon Manor Books, LLC, antiquarian booksellers. Please do not hesitate to contact us for additional information and/or photos and we will respond promptly. We package our items carefully, ship daily, and have a no hassle returns policy--your satisfaction is guaranteed. We are members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA), the International League of Antiquarian Booksllers (ILAB) and the Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA) and adhere to their rules of ethics. ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED IN PERPETUITY TO BE AUTHENTIC AND ORIGINAL Terms and shipping: Payment is required within 3 days of purchase. Payment via paypal unless other arrangements have been made prior to purchase or bidding. Shipping in the continental United States, with delivery confirmation is $4.00 International shipping via USPS priority is based on weight and location. International purchases under 4 pounds and under $100 may be shipped via USPS First Class. Texas residents will be charged 6.25% sales tax. Please note that any bookends you see in a photograph are NOT included as part of this purchase. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. We allow returns for any reason, our feedback is perfect, and we will absolutely make things right if you are disappointed with your purchase. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
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| Year | 1937 |
| Type | Paper |
| Culture | Black Americana |
[Program for an AME Church Young People’s Congress] Title: [Program for an AME Church Young People’s Congress] Publication: Des Moines, Iowa: [Saint Paul’s African Methodist Episcopal Church], 1937 Description: 8 5/8″ x 5¾ ». Two bifolia, printed all sides and stapled. Pp. [8]. Good: outside leaves heavily soiled and worn, internally moderately so. This is a program for, as well as a circular requesting attendance at, the 1937 Young People’s Congress. The event took place in Des Moines, Iowa as part of the Northwestern Annual Conference of the A.M.E. Church. While there’s little secondary reporting of the event, its back page gives some insight: « This marks the forty-fifth anniversary of the beginning of the work of Teacher Training in the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Iowa. In Iowa began the first effort of this kind known anywhere in our African Methodism. The Congress is highly favored in that one of the principals of this Congress was also associated with the movement forty-five years ago in the person of Mr. S. Joe Brown. » The back page goes on the describe the Congress’ oratorical contest for high school students and reminded participants of their financial obligations as well as other submissions required prior to attendance. It also may have pointed out difficulty in African Americans finding lodging in the Des Moines area: « the members of the Congress and their guests will be entertained in the homes of the members and friends of the S. Paul A.M.E. Church. That is, so far as lodging is concerned. » The program itself listed a detailed day-by-day schedule of events, including devotionals, Sunday School and departmental conferences, general discussions, addresses and presentations. A rare glimpse into the activities and experiences of a Western A.M.E. Youth conference. OCLC locates no copies. Good. Seller ID: 6147 Subject: African Americana, Religion This item is offered by Langdon Manor Books, LLC, antiquarian booksellers. Please do not hesitate to contact us for additional information and/or photos and we will respond promptly. We package our items carefully, ship daily, and have a no hassle returns policy–your satisfaction is guaranteed. We are members of the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America (ABAA), the International League of Antiquarian Booksllers (ILAB) and the Independent Online Booksellers Association (IOBA) and adhere to their rules of ethics. ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED IN PERPETUITY TO BE AUTHENTIC AND ORIGINAL Terms and shipping: Payment is required within 3 days of purchase. Payment via paypal unless other arrangements have been made prior to purchase or bidding. Shipping in the continental United States, with delivery confirmation is $4.00 International shipping via USPS priority is based on weight and location. International purchases under 4 pounds and under $100 may be shipped via USPS First Class. Texas residents will be charged 6.25% sales tax. Please note that any bookends you see in a photograph are NOT included as part of this purchase. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. We allow returns for any reason, our feedback is perfect, and we will absolutely make things right if you are disappointed with your purchase. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
