Louise de Koven Bowen
'The Colored People of Chicago: An Investigation Made for the Juvenile Protective Association' offers a vital historical snapshot of African American life in early 20th-century Chicago. Prepared by A. P. Drucker, Sophia Boaz, A. L. Harris, and Miriam Schaffner, this social investigation provides invaluable insights into the urban experience of African Americans in Illinois.This meticulously researched work explores the social and cultural landscape, documenting the challenges and triumphs of a community navigating a rapidly changing urban environment. Focusing on issues related to juvenile protection and social welfare, the study sheds light on the realities faced by families and children.A significant contribution to urban sociology and African American studies, 'The Colored People of Chicago' remains a crucial resource for understanding the history of race, community, and social justice in the American Midwest. Its detailed observations and analysis offer a compelling look at a pivotal moment in Chicago’s history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
