Indianapolis Freeman

The Indianapolis Freeman (1884–1926) was the first illustrated black newspaper in the United States. Founder and owner Louis Howland, who was soon replaced by Edward Elder Cooper, published its first print edition on November 20, 1884.

The Freeman of Indianapolis, Indiana
A National Illustrated Colored Newspaper
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TypeWeekly newspaper
FormatBroadsheet
Owner(s)
Founder(s)Louis Howland
PublisherGeorge L. Knox and Elwood C. Knox
Founded1884
Ceased publication1926
HeadquartersIndianapolis, Indiana, U.S.
CountryUnited States
Circulation25,000
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