George P Stewart

George Pheldon Stewart (1874-1924), along with Will H. Porter co-founded the Indianapolis Recorder newspaper in the 1890s. It began in an office on New York Street in Indianapolis. Stewart eventually became sole owner. He was active in several business, political, and fraternal organizations always promoting the business and political progress of blacks. Race pride and the importance of education were promoted in the stories the newspaper covered. The Recorder began as a community newspaper and grew to cover state and national news stories. By 1916 it included vital statistics, political stories, and many ads. The newspaper continues to be published today. [Photo and Info: Indiana Historical Society]