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A Two-Edged Sword

With the exception of preaching the Gospel
of Christ, there is no work that will contribute
more largely to the elevation of the race in the
South than a first-class business enterprise.

Aside from the direct good to the individual
or individuals, a business success cuts as a
two-edged sword,—bringing from the white
man confidence and respect, giving the Negro
faith in the fidelity and ability of his own
people, and creating at the same time an inspiration
that will lead to a higher mental, moral,
and material development of the whole race.

Meeting of Directors of Capital Savings Bank
(Washington, D. C.).