Timeline: 1869

February 15: Frederick Douglass addressed a crowd at Barrett Hall on the topic of Self-Made Men. It was reported that, “His wit was keen and sparkling, his humor dry and effective, and his logic and argument as clear as that of the most polished orator in the land.” Champaign County Gazette, February 17, 1869, page 1

August 2: Emancipation Celebration CU—A procession moved through most of the main streets. Procession went to the “Beautiful grove of Colter Stewart” Remarks from Rev. G. W. Rile(y), Dr. J. W. Scroggs, Mr. E. A. Green and Rev. R. V. Reed. Champaign County Gazette, August 4, 1869, page 1.