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AFRO News marks 132 years of publishing Photo courtesy of the Murphy Family

The AFRO American Newspapers will celebrate 132 years of operation on Aug. 13. The publication was founded in 1892 by John Henry Murphy Sr. with a $200 loan from his wife, Martha Elizabeth Howard Murphy. Shown here: Elizabeth Murphy Phillips Moss (seated, left), John H. Murphy Jr., Carl J. Murphy, D. Arnett Murphy; Mae E. Dyson; Howard Murphy (back, left), John H. Murphy III; William I. Gibson and James Murphy. All are Murphy family members, with the exception of Gibson. By B. M. Phillips IV AFRO President

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August 13 marks 132 consecutive years of publishing for the AFROAmerican Newspapers, founded by John H. Murphy Sr. in 1892. Determined to succeed, at the age of 51, Murphy, a father of 11, borrowed $200 from his wife, Martha Howard Murphy. With their children’s support, a historical journey began that continues today with fourth,

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fifth and sixth-generation family members. Just one month before striking into the publishing business, Murphy’s youngest son, David Arnett Murphy, also known as “D. Arnett,” who was born. On July 9, 1892, his birth completed what would become the second-generation owners of the AFRO. Collectively, they set the standard of commitment, ensuring the company’s success and the pursuit of fairness and equality for Black Americans. They

also supported other likeminded publishers. When the founder died in 1922, his children embarked on an expansion that saw the company spread their offices north and south, growing to 13 editions. The AFRO became one of the largest Black publications in circulation, with over 200 employees —many of whom were unionized. Its printing press ran every day of the week except Sundays. The company dispatched seven correspondents

(including the first Black woman) to the Atlantic and Pacific theaters during World War II to report the news. Their accounts are documented in the book “This is Our War,” which was released in a special reprint last year to mark the 75th anniversary of the desegregation of the United States Armed Forces. Dr. Frances Murphy Draper, CEO and publisher, states in the foreword of the book that “Today, as lawmakers across the United

Kamala Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Walz as running mate By Tashi McQueen AFRO Staff Writer tmcqueen@afro.com

States attempt to minimize and rewrite Black history, it becomes even more important for us to document and share our own stories. ‘This is Our War’ does just that by highlighting the triumphs and challenges Black soldiers faced. In their own words, AFRO journalists provided intimate details, including names and addresses of servicemen they encountered. In some cases, messages to loved ones at home were included.” The paper has always

been on the front line, battling racial inequality and afflictions threatening our readers. Shining a light and advocating for better conditions required that the company be financially independent to ensure its message could not be tainted or silenced. It became apparent that advertising revenue was critical to funding these efforts, and the addition of a sales team allowed the AFRO to augment circulation dollars and achieve its goals. Continued on A3

COGIC community remembers international leader, Mother Willie Mae Rivers By Marnita Coleman Special to the AFRO

Vice President Kamala Harris, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, selected Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) as her running mate ahead of the Democratic National Convention from Aug. 19-22. “I am proud to announce that I’ve asked Tim Walz to be my running mate. As a governor, a coach, a teacher and a veteran, he’s delivered for working families like his,” said Harris via X, formerly known as Twitter. “It’s great to have him on the team. Now let’s get to work.” Walz is hitting the ground Continued on A3

AP Photo/Alex Brandon Credit R: AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will run for president in the 2024 presidential election with Gov. Tim Walz (DMinn.) as her official running mate. The announcement came on Aug. 6, just weeks after President Joe Biden withdrew from the race to throw his support behind Harris.

Church of God in Christ (COGIC) General Supervisor Emerita Mother Willie Mae Rivers, a revered leader and a beloved figure within the faith community, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 26. A viewing was held on Aug. 5 at Calvary Church of God in Christ, located in Goose Creek, S.C. at 302 Jeffs Circle, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The viewing was immediately followed by a service to celebrate her life and work The national homegoing service for Mother Rivers was held on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, at 10 a.m. at the Continued on A3

Photo courtesy of Church of God in Christ

Family, friends and members of the Church of God in Christ community are mourning the death of internationally revered faith leader, Mother Willie Mae Rivers.