Evansville Argus, Evansville, Vanderburgh County, 7 January 1939 — Page 2

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THE EVANSVILLE, ARGUS, SATURDAY, JANUARY 7, 1939

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The AKA Sorority Reelects Head And Plans 1939 Meet in Boston

DETROIT, Mich.,—(U N P) — Pour' bun • rl n . V, en converged on Detroit for the annual boule of the Alpha Kappa Aloh - » iasu ■ -<iiv elected the following officers for

1939: Sirs,

New Orleans, La., Supreme Basileus; Mrs. Beulah Whitby of Detroit, Anti-Basileus; Miss Viola Chaplin of Santa Lena, South Carolina. 2nd ann-o- «‘i. u ,, j Edna Over-Gray, Baltimore, Md., 1 Supreme Grammateus; Mrs. Irma S. iSla k° ct * (iic e‘.. in toleus; Mrs. Ethel Lyle of Philadelphia, Pa., Tamiouches; Mrs. B. Beckett of Philadelphia, Pa., 1 Parliamentarian. Mrs. Margaret Bowen was reelected for the third time as the head of Alpha -Kappa Alpha wmcn is ■ trie o.aest ci. .x -d --ol oi - ity. She was supported by an overwhelming majority of the record-breaking delegation. The AKA women voted to hold their 1939 boule in Boston following closely contested bids from several other cities. A special AKA program was broadcast over station CKLW here Thursday evening at which time Mrs. Bowen and Dr. Ferribe of Washington, D. C. spoke of the work of their organization. Business sessions were held at the Lucy Thurman YWCA and the opening meeting at the Detroit institute ot Arcs where Mayor Reading of this city welcomed them and praised them highly f- r their work in awarding scholarships and maintaining a health project in. Mississippi. The four day sessions closed with a banquet last Friday evening at which time the newly elected officers were introduced. .The boule ran concurrently with the convention of the Kappa Alma Psi Fraternity and many of their affairs were held jointly.

All fraternities and sororities joined in entertaining the host of

delegates.

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Dr. L. K. Williams Has Refinancing Plan for Publishing House CHICAGO — (ANP)—Dr. L. "K. Williams, Fresiuem, iNat*i Baptist Convention, with a membership of four million, and pastor of Olivet Bapt. Church, Chicago, this week detailed an outstanding accom-OUi.-nment ox trie recent Adjourned Session of the National Baptist Convention, held Dec. 7-8, at Memphis. President Williams said: “The reason for this meeting was to perfect arrangements to retire $130,000 Second Mortage Bonds’ and interest, which the Convention owed tne Windham estate on account of building the Sunday School Publishing House at Nashville, Tenn. This session of the Convention raised a sufficient jum to guarantee the refinancing of the amount owed to the Windham estate, leaving only $51,000.00 due, as a result of this refinancing. “Our new refinancing contract grants us a reduction of interest which adds very much to the amount saveu by the refinancing plan, which transferred the debt of $130,000 owed the Windham estate to another firm, leaving a balance owed to them of $51,000. WPA Players to Give ‘St. Louis Woman’ LOS ANGELES.— (ANP) — That the Negro unit of the Fed eral Theater project, hailed for its current success in “Run Little Chillun,” will be brought a step closer to its ideal of a Negro Art theater, was suggested in a statement released this week by James R. Ullman, newly appointed director for FTP of Southern Cali-

fornia.

“Because of the success of Run Little Chillun,' and; its contribu tion to the local project in help ing to popularize federal theater productions, we aim to keep the unit working.” While no closing date for ‘Run, Little Chillun’ is announced, several future plays for the unit are being considered Among them is “-St. Louis Womah,” by Arna Bontemps and

Countee Cullen.

Old Time Missouri Minstrel Dies CHILLICOTHE, Mo.—(ANP) Gordon Collins, one of the best known minstrel men, who had traveled over every state in the U.S. and visited Canada, Cuba and Mexico, died at his home Wednesday night after an illness of nine days. He was 69 and had been blind for almost 20 years. Collins an end man, played with many of the larger companies including McCavan-Young, Pawnie Bill and Honolulu Minstrel shows. He entered show business at the age of 10 after leaving a Catholic school in St Louis and for the next 40- years was. on the road. Despite advancing age and increasing weight, Collins still traveled and received high praise from the audience. He was forced to leave the stage in

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Bertha Black Heads Sigmas Miss Ruby G. Peake of St. Louis Also Reelected HOUSTON, Texas,—The 13th Annual Boule of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority was held at Houston, • Texas, as the guests of Gamma Sigma and Alpha Lambda. A good attendance was had from all sections of delegates and visitors. Soror Mary Scales, general chairman and basileus of Gamma Sigma, gave Sigma one of its finest Boules. The business sessions were held at the Antioch Baptist Church, 313 Robin street. This is the third time Sigmas have met in the South. In 1930 they met at Atlanta, Ga. and in Frankfort, Ky.

in 1936.

Miss Bertha M. Black of St. Louis, .Missouri. was unanimously elected for the fifth successive term as Grand Basileus. The sorority -has made much progress because of her efficient leadership. In appreciation for this service Soror Black'was the recipient of a lovely gift from each member of the -Executive Board at their annual, dinner on Tuesday afternoon. Kappa Sigma and Alpha Pi chapters will be the hostesses ; for the 1939 Boule at New York on December 27-29. ) The principle speaker for the public meeting wak- Soror Rubye G. Peake, Grand Syntakes of St. Louis, Missouri, who has played such an important part in Sigmas progress in increasing the number of chapters. She received her M. S. degree from Butler College in Indianapolis, Indiana in June. She was introduced by Soror Mary C. Carter. She discussed some of the most outstanding achievements ' that, had been accomplished during the past seventy-five years. Soror, M. E. Isaacs, mistress of ceremonies, introduced the Grand Basileus Bertha M. Black who gave the response to the weicomers. Soror Black gave a short talk on the Creative Art mural in the New Lincoln School of Richmond Heights, Mo., and which had received favorable comment when it was displayed at the National Art Supervisors’ meeting in Milwaukee,. Wis. It will be on display in Houston during the month of January. Scholarships Soror Helen Brooks of Indianapolis, Indiana, chairman of the National Scholarship Committee, reported that they give local scholarships ranging from $50 to $100 dollars and that Zeta Sigma of St. Louis, Missouri is giving its first “Follow-Upjsscholar-ship of $100 to Lucille Buchaanan who will enter Lincoln University at Jefferson City, Missouri. From the four applications from Sigmas for the National Scholarship' of $100 the Grand Body,; voted that Soror Bettie Williams of Indianapolis, Indiana would receive the same to be used at Butler University of this city. The Grand Body further voted that the National Scholarship money would be used for stu1918 when his eyesight failed, and he went blind lor several months.; Although born in Leavenworth, Kan., He preferred settling down here with his wile who had traveled with his companies for many years as a singer and dancer. From then until ms death, he occasionally went to small fairs with a group of friends and put on a show oi his own, but the lessened demand in recent years for minstrel men forced him to discontinue them.

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Zeta Phi Betas

Close Ann’l Boule ATLANTA— Christmas Week, when the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority held its 19th Annual Boule here, it was quite evident that the Sorority had made rapid strides of progress during the past year. The meetings were held at the YMCA with the Grand Basileus, Soror Nellie B. Rogers of Indianapolis, Ind., presiding and a large num-

ber of delegates attending.

Newly elected officers for 1939 follow: Soror Nellie B. Rogers of Indianapolis, Ind., unanimously elected to serve as Grand Basileus for a 2nd term; 1st Anti-Basileus Soror Blanch Thompson of Chicago, 111.; Second Anti-Basileus, Soror Juanita Bates of Fort Worth, Texas; Grammateus, Soror Velma I Coppage of Norfolk, Va.; Tami- ' ouchos, Soror Goldie Guy Martin .of Chicago, 111.; Jeverler, Soror Antoinette Bowler, Richmond, Va; ! Epistoleus, Soror Lou Swarz of St. Louis, Mo.; Chairman of Executive Board, Soror Beatrice Catlette of Washington, D.C., and ! Parliamentarian, Soror Fannie C.

Clay of Knoxville, Tenn.

The session was closed with definite plans made for a more 'successful year. The 1939 Boule (will be held in Baltimore, Md.

Here Is Real “Flat Foot Fioogee” TUQUAY SPRINGS, N. C.— (ANP)—Believe it or not, there is really a Flat Fc:t Fioogee. , A b mincing baby of nine pounds was bom recently' unto a couple cf our race here. The' parents had selected - two names in advance of the- new comer’s arrival -—“March of Time,” in .case it was a girl, and “Flat Foot Flopgee,” in case it , wr.x a boy. It was a boy. dents who are attending Butler College. The following Butler Committee at Indianapolis was Appointed: Lucy Brooks, chairman, Evelyn Hawkins, Helen Brooks, Hattie Redford, Margaret Smith and Delight Hin-

ton.

Reports of Officers and Permanent Chairmen. Reports of general officers and delegates^ showed a steady progress and growth through the country. Soror Lucy Brooks rendered a most valuable service as Chairman of the Transportation Committee. Soror Brooks of Indianapolis worked out all plans with the passenger agent of her city who contacted the sorors who were to meet at St. Louis and go to Houston, Texas by the way of the Missouri Pacific railroad. From the time the Sigmas from all the various places boarded the Pullman at St. Louis until they reached Houston and returned every courtesy was extended. Mr. W. C. Livingstone, passenger agent; was t sent back with the party as far as St. Louis. Soror Hattie Redford of Indianapolis was appointed Transportation Chairman for the 1939 Boule. Several applications were sent in for the Blanche Edward’s Award, the highest honor that any individual soror tan obtain. The Grand Body voted that Soror Mercedes Gilbert of Kappa Sigma Chapter of New York City would receive this award for having written one of the outstanding books of the year, “Aunt Sara’s Wooden' God.” This, her first novel, is by a Negro actress who was born in Jacksonville, Florida and who had her most distinguished role as the wile of Moses in “The Green Pastures.” She has written two books of poetry. Sigmas National Program For 1938 A program was adopted whereby Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority' pledged itself to: 1. To urge all the chapters to put on a National Drive in April to send money to the N. A. A. C. P. as it was not yet able to take put a $500 life membership. 2. To have the National Constitution printed and placed in the hands 'of every chapter. 3. To continue to work for passage of the National Anti! Lynch Bill. 4. -Local chapters to aid in carrying out the cultural programs of local interest. 5. To change the June election to January of each year beginning with 1939. 6. To work out plans for a Sigma Employment Bureau in each local chapter. 7. To support National Negro History and Health Week Activities. 8. To write letters to fill those who helped put over the Gaines; Case and the N.A.A.C.P. for its very fine work in bringing this to pass, and the Judges of the United States Supreme Court. Election of Officers The following persons were elected. Bertha M. Black of St. Louis, Mo., Grand Basileus;;Elizabeth, Lemon, Atlanta, Ga. First Anti Grand Basileus; Ethel Garner of' Frankfort, Ky., Secbnd Anti-Grand Basileus; Ethel Smith of Chicago, 111., Grand Grammateus; Treopia Gravelly, Little - Rock, Ark., Anti- Grammateus; Beulah Palmer, New York City, Editor-in-Chief of Aurora Magazine; Hattie Redford. Indianapolis. Ind., Grand ^amicheus;;: Catherine White Williams,- St. Louis, Recorder of Records and Deeds; Rubye G. Peake, St. Louis, Grand Syntaktes.

Kappas Name

J. E. Scott As New Head

West Virginia State College and graduate of Michigan State College, senior vice gr._id polemarch; Arthur Clarke, Topeka, Kansas, junior at Kansas University, junior vice grand polemarch; J. Ernest Wilkins Jr., grand keeper of records and exchequer for the seventeenth consecutive year; Ernest H. Davenport, junior at Morris Brown College, Atlanta, Ga., j ^trategus; William J. Prince Jr., | Chicago, and student at Univer-

San Antonio, Texas to s i ty of grand lieutenant stra-

’ tegus; Elder W. Diggs, Indianap-

MR. and MRS. LAWRENCE BURROUGHS whose secret marriage July 30 has just been announced. The couple who had been engaged for more than a half year, slipped off quietly and were m? ed by a Justice of the Peace in the county. At present hey are being showered with congratulations by their surprised frit Is at their residence, 2418a N. Pendleton, j Mrs. Burrc gis is the former Selma Brookins, daughter of H. 1 Brookins and the late Mrs. Frances Brookins- She finished Sumner ! High School and attended S ov e CsLegc. Mr. Burroughs is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Burroughs of | Mobile, Ala'. He is a member of Youth Forum and a popular local - social club.

In The Eccesiaslical Column

By Rev. D. C. Weaver EAST VIEW BAPTIST Our pastor preached a soulstirring sermon New Year’s. Our hearts were made to rejoice with the very impressive Communion Service. Our Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. with Fred W. Slaughter acting as supt.

BAPTIST MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE The Baptist Ministerial Alliance had a New Year’s turkey dinner Monday Jan. 2. The Alliance met in regular session Monday at the East . View Baptist Church with Rev. H. Robinson, vice mod. presiding and Rev. G. W. Cole, pastor. Rev. Dulin. acting chaplain, led in scripture reading while Rev. W. M. Moore led in- prayer. The roll call revealed quite an increase in ministers present. Rev. W. M. Edward gave his vOcal interpretation of “Give Me This True Religion” and Rev. Mrs. G. E. Johnson followed with one of her spiritual gospel songs. Rev. J. M. Caldwell gave a very graphic illustration of the lesson while Rev. U. L. McFarland read the scripture. Rev. Caldwell spoke on “Our Salvation”. Revs. W. M. Edwards and G. L. Cooksey will preside at hext Monday’s session. The Alliance meets at the Eastview Bapt. Church, 317 Olive St.

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PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The Church Gill Club met at the lovely home of Mrs. Lucy Scruggs, 460 S. Elliott St., on Dec. 27th. After the roll call and collection of dues, other business was omitted. Games and music were enjoyed with prizes awarded the winners. Among those present were the Allen Edmonds, Misses Kizie Chatman, Irene Hines, Mesdames Marie Hurd, Amy Nance, Chatman, Jessie Adams, Della Rapier, Austin and Rev. Sullivan. A lovely three course luncheon was served by the charming hostess. The Dulin Quartette will appear at the Presbyterian Church, January 8.

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HOLINESS CHURCH 625 Canal St. Dr. D. C. Weaver, will conduct services Sunday Jan. 8th at 3 p. m. A program will be rendered. Everyone is invited. Sister Vina Hacken, Sec’y. ST. JAMES BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. M. T. Talley is conducting a series of meetings at the church which will end Jan. 12, Our Sunday School starts at 9:30 while our morning services start at 11:30 a.m.

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the Co.

McFarland baptist CHURCH Rev. C. G. Brown delivered an inspirational message to the conglegatlion last Sunday and administered the Lord’s Supper at 8 p.m.

TAYLOR CHAPEL Rev. John Tate will preach Sunday - at the 11 a.m. services. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a. m.

Name Dr. Lambert To Cleveland, Ohio Hospital Staff CLEVELAND—(A N P)—Dr. Middleton H. Lambert, Jr., 29, a 1938 graduate of Meharry, last week was appointed junior resident in surgery at the city hospital to become effective July 1, 1939. He is the first Negro ever named to that post. The young physician is the son of Dr. M. H. Lambert, who finished Meharry in 1889. Earlier this year city hospital officialLs named Dr. U. G. Mason resident in medicine. Beginning July 1, two graduate physicians, one from Howard and the other from Western Reserve, will start serving as internes. A change in policy at the hospital has resulted in the appointments.

Be 1939 Meeting Rises

By G. James Fleming

DETROIT— The deep South was selected for the first time as the conclave city, at the same time that an Easterner was elected the grand polemarch by the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, which closed its twenty - eighth annual Grand Chapter Meeting

here last Friday evening.

James E. Scott, leading realtor of Washington and long prominent n the fraterni.., was voted unanimously into the highest office in the organization to succeed Theophilus M. Mann, attorney for the U. S. Department of Labor in Chicago, who retired after serving ] three years. San Antonio, Texas, was the city decided upon, after New York find Indianapolis had been also made the bid for the

1939 conclave.

Registering protest against the world-wide intolerance and persecution visited, upon minority groups, the fraternity affirmed its allegiance to the U. S. Constitution and the American tradition and pledged its support to movements working for full civil rights to all groups everywhere. Continues NAACP Support To this end it set in motion machinery that shall work in close cooperation with the N. A. A. C. P. and help it enlist the strength and sentiment it needs to get a Federal anti-lyncnmg Dm through' Congress. A telegram was dispatched to Pres. Roosevelt calling on him to include in his coming message to Congress an appeal for an antilynching bill and to use his influence to see the bill through. The Kappas also appropriated $100 for the work of the NAACP, just as it has done at other times in past years, and called upon its chapters to continue supporting the local and national NAACP program in their own ways. Official endorsement was also given to those organizations working to get opportunities for Negroes in government and private enterprise and to those working to improve the condition of laborers. The fraternity pledged itself to work to eliminate tne use of pictures in civil service examinations and called upon Negroes to prepare for Civil Service positions in all classifications. The Congress of Industrial Organization was commended for its stand against lines of race, creed, and color in labor organization, and proposal was made that all the Greek-letter societies join in establishing a lobby to work in the interest of Negroes in affairs of government in Washington. Negro newspapers of the country were praised for their service to the fraternity in another action of

the Kappas.

Other Officers Elected The election of officers came on last day after an overtime session. The other officers chosen to serve during the coming year are: Benjamin A. Goode, football coach at

Farmers’ Conference At Charleston, Mo. The Farmers’ Conference which was held at Charleston, Mo., Dec. 16-17 was a decided success. There were representatives and delegates from 9 counties and 4 states. Full explanation of the crop control was given by Hon. E. A. Miller, assistant director AAA, and by Mr. James P. Davis, head field officer, Soil Conservation Southern Region. J. A. Amos and T. J. Williams, speaking on “Grow Your Living At Home” made a profound impression on their hearers. Other speakers were Prof. T. B. Howard, instructor Vocational Agriculture in New Madrid, Mo.; Prof. A. L. Hammons, Lincoln University, Jefferson City; Mrs. Morsey, Home Demonstration Agent for three' counties in Southeast Missouri and Prof. N. C. Bruce, former inspector of Negro schools of Missouri who has done much to encourage Negro farmers in the state.

olis school principal and one of Kappa’s founders, grand historian. To the grand board of directors were elected Dr. Gul L. Grant, Indianapolis; Wendell N. Lucas, honor student at Howard Univ.; Louie F. Orr, East St. Louis, 111., (reelected), and A. A. Reid, accountant and instructor at Atlan-

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