Indianapolis Recorder, Indianapolis, Marion County, 2 July 1977 — Page 14

PAGE 14 THE INDIANAPOLIS RECORDER SATURDAY, JULY 2, 1977 I Terre Haute News | ^ Iv By Bettie Davis

* Rev. Morris Balde, officers, - choirs and congregation of •' Calvary Baptist Church will be ; guests of Freewill Baptist, Morganfield, Ky., on Sunday afternoon, July 10, at 3 p.m. • • • Officers and members of Calvary Baptist will celebrate the 26th anniversary of their pastor. Rev. Morris Blade, on Sunday afternoon, July 17, at 3:30 p.m. * * • Men’s Day at St. Paul Baptist Church will be observed Sunday afternoon, July 17, at 3:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Brown of Little Valley Baptist Church of Evansville. * * * The “Singing Disciples” will be presented in full programs Saturday night, July 2, at St. Luke Church of God in Christ at 7 p.m. • • • Cheer the sick and shut-in with a card or friendly hello. They are Robert Lynch, Union Hospital; Huey McBride, at home; Rev. Henry C. Curlin, at home; Mr. Johnson, at home, and William T. Rogers, also at home. * • * Miss Beulah Ladd has been elected president of the North Vigo Y-Teens of North High

School. The Y-Teens sponsor the Harvest Moon and Sweetheart dances. Girl Scout parties, and an upcoming picnic for all new cabinet members. President Ladd, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Kenneth Ladd, will be making a handbook for use by officers next year. Y-Teen sponsor will be Mrs. Carolyn Roberts. • • * Miss Terresita Ann Lyle and Maynard Stephen Lewis will be united in marriage Saturday evening, July 2, at 6:30 p.m. at Bethlehem Temple Church. Miss Lyle is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Lyle, while Mr. Lewis is the son of Mr. Clarence Lewis. • • • Rev. and Mrs. Willie (Gene) Davis attended the funeral of nephew Merrill Dennis Harvey Thursday night, June 23, at Maywood, 111., at Cannan AME Church. • • * There is a gigantic gospel meeting currently in progress at the church of Christ, ending Friday night, July 1. Guest speaker is Evangelist Nathaniel Braden of Memphis, Tenn. Services are being conducted each night at 7:30 p.m. Host pastor is Rev. Robert E. Holloway.

Writers’ conference

set August 20-21

Registrations are now being accepted for Writers’ Conference to be held August 20-21 at Lee's Inn in Franklin, Indiana. The two-day event for writers is being conducted with the support of the National Endowment for the Arts and the Indiana Arts Commission. Major areas of concentration will be workshops and manuscript evaluations in both fiction and non-fiction, conducted by Dr. Guy Owen, Professor of English and creative writing at North Carolina State University, and Bill Thomas, a freelance photo-journalist from Nashville, Indiana. Guest luncheon speaker on Saturday will be William Wagner, editor of Jack And Jill children’s magazine, a Saturday Evening Post Co. publication. Also, a poetry session will be held on Sunday evening, sponsored by the newly-formed Johnson County Poetry Club, which is headed by Franklin (Ind.) Daily Journal columnist Leigh Tandy.

Two, three-hour workshops will be conducted in both fiction and non-fiction at the confer-

>nce, and registrants are enouraged to attend all sessions, is well as the special highlights >f the conference. Individual :onferences will be held with >oth Dr. Owen and Thomas for hose who submit manuscripts. Deadline for registration with nanuscripts is July 20. Writers vho do not wish to submit nanscripts may register any ;ime prior to August 5. Registration fee will be $25 :or the entire two-day confer»nce, with a percent reading fee for each manuscript submitted. A $5 late fee will be levied against registrations revived after the appropriate

deadlines.

Conference brochures may be obtained by writing or calling Ms. Denk at R.R. 5, Box 35B, Franklin, Indiana, 46131, (317)738-2422. Manuscript lengths, and room and meal rates are listed on the brochure.

WINS CROWN IN GARY : Rachael Mitchell, a secretary to Gary Deputy Mayor James Holland and a professional dancer under the name of “The Mechanical Lady,” was [left] and N. Atterson Span, president of the Lake County Board of Commissioners, both judges in the contest, which has become the most popular event of its kind for Garites. The contest was originated in 1975 by newspaper columnist Chuck Deggans [Post-Tribune News] and Fred Marberrv [Gary Info].

VEP official saysPrompt voter act passage would aid working poor

ATLANTAThe Universal Voter REgistration Act should be passed immediately by Congress because it will greatly benefit working Americans, minorities and poor people who must travel long distances to register to vote, an official of the Voter Education Project (VEP) said. “Under existing regulations, rural residents are often required to travel over 50 or 60 miles round-trip just to register,” explained Archie E. Allen, administrative director of the South-wide organization which has helped over two million blacks become registered voters in the past 15 years. “Working people find it difficult to leave their jobs to meet the inconvenient and limited registration hours in most American counties. We need the universal registration system so people can register when they vote and so they won’t be penalized time-wise or financially for exercising their citizenship rights.”

“In the past 18 months, the Voter Education Project has assisted voter education and registration efforts in 150 southern cities, towns, and counties,” said Allen. “Too often our efforts were hampered by the refusal of local registrars to appoint deputies and to extend registration hours to evenings and weekends. The Universal Registration Act would enable millions of Americans to register with ease for the first time.” No evidence exists to support the contention that the Universal Registration bill would open the door to voter fraud, the VEP official stated, citing the examples of Wisconsin and Minnesota as two states where registration on election day has resulted in increased voter

participation.

“We are hopeful that Coiv gress will expedite consideration of this important measure and will act in the best interest of the American people by passing the Universal Registration Act,” said Allen. “This

Tenn. State prexy put on 9 months probation

NASHVILLEThe president of Tennessee State University Dr. Frederick Humphries, has been given nine months to solve problems generated by an academic standards scandal at the predominantly black university. The State Board of Regents, has unanimously approved a resolution that, in effect, puts Dr. Humphries on probation. Dr. Humphries, 41, has been president of the school since 1975. In that time, said Roy S. Nicks, chancellor of the regents’ board, academic standards for remaining at the university were not enforced. A federal judge has ordered the merger of Tennessee State with the predominantly white University of Tennessee, and some black leaders have charged that the move against Dr. Humphries was apparently an attempt to undermine black leadership in anticipation of the merger.

A routine Veterans Administration audit earlier this year disclosed that many veterans receiving G.I. Bill benefits for studying at the university were ineligible because grade point averages below the minimum standard. Because of the audit report, a complete investigation was made of students records. The inquiry showed that the previous spring the grade point average of at least 900 students had fallen below the 2.0 minimal average required by the state university system. But Tennessee State had not expelled the students or suspended them for a quarter, as required by state rules. Instead, the students were allowed to attend classes last fall. The total represented about 22 percent of the university’s full-time enrollment. The university then included those 900 students in enroUment figures on which its

1977-78 budget request for state funds was based. It was estimated that the inclusion increased the budget by about $800,000. In late May, $475,000 of the university’s budget was impounded by the Tennessee Legislature because of the enrollment padding. A future release of the funds is up to the education committee of the State House and Senate. As of May 31, 910 students were suspended. An undisclosed number of others withdrew from the school. Dr. Humphries attributes the academic standards problems to a malfunctioning computer, plus difficulties encountered in changing the university from a quarter to a semester system. But he conceded that he had know of the practice for the two years before the disclosure. Tennessee Ray Blanton, making an unusual appearance as an exofficio member of the board, called the action against Dr. Humphries “a very proper recommendation," but he denied that he personally sought the action. Several hundred blacks from as far away as Memphis attended the regents’ meeting to support Dr. Humphries. The Rev. Dogan W. Williams, chairman of the Davidson County Black Coalition, offered a resolution of support and then led the group in a chorus of “We Shall Overcome.” When the black demonstrators left the room, security personnel detained them for several minutes. A ramp leading from the floor was cordoned off and power was turned off in the elevators. However, after a protest from State Representative Alvin King, a black Democrat from Memphis, officers opened the ramp and let the blacks leave. WILLIAM IRVIN Funeral services for William Ervin, 73, 2045 Bellefontaine were held June 28 in Bethesda Baptist Chqrch of which he was a member. He died June 24 in Methodist Hospital. He retired in 1968 and worked 2 years for the IMC Fertilizer Comapny.

single, simple law will benefit working people, minorities and poor people in particular and will greatly strengthen the health of our ailing political

process.”

The Voter Education Project (VEP) has worked since 1962 to advance minority political participation in the South. VEP is one of the few organziations in the nation which conducts year-around voter registration and citizenship education programs. Its work is supported by the tax-exempt contributions of foundations, unions, business, religious organizations and individuals. Cleveland seeks peaceful school desegregation Community Relations Service Acting Director Gilbert Pompa announced recently the federal court in Cleveland, Ohio, has asked the Community Relations Service (CRS) of the Department of Justice to help that city to desegregate its public schools peacefully. Pompa said the request was issued by U.S. District Judge Frank Battifti of the Northern District of Ohio. It calls for CRS to assist community groups, parties to the litigation, and the court “...to achieve harmonious implementation of the plan to remedy the unconstitutional segregation...” in the public school system. CRS has accepted the request and is assigning staff from its Chicago regional office to Cleveland. Pompa said Cleveland is the tenth school district Federal judges have asked CRS to help. The others are Boston, Massachusetts; Louisville, Kentucky; Dallas, Texas; Buffalo, New York; Omaha, Nebraska; Sp* ringfield, Illinois; Detroit, Michigan; Lansing, Michigan; and Dayton, Ohio. CRS is also voluntarily helping other school districts desegregate, including Indianapolis; Wilmington, Delaware; Racine, Wisconsin; Stockton, California; and Springfield, Ohio.

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STRICKLY BUSINESS: Hard work is the key to success in business, not just an M.B.A. degree, RJR Foods, Inc., President James H. Corrigan told students entering the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management. Corrigan [right] discussed the business world with students following his speech in St. Louis recently. MBA graduates must show dedication, RJR head says

ST. LOUIS, Mo.» The M.B.A. degree is a tool that must be tempered with dedication and hard work to forge a .successful career in business, minority students entering the Consortium from Graduate Study in Management were told here recently. “I have know M.B.A. graduates who have had impeccable school credentials yet they floundered because they did not have the ambition to succeed,” said James H. Corrigan, president of RJR Foods, Inc. The Consortium is a busi-ness-sponsored program that offers financial assistance to qualified minority students who wish to achieve an M.B.A. degree. Since the unique program was started in 1966, about 500 graduates have entered the business world. “Competition for responsible positions in business is much keener than ever before,” Corrigan told the Consortium during its annual orientation program at Washington University. “This means individuals must contribute 100 percent if they are to earn greater responsibilities and advancements.” That the M.B.A. degree can open doors is a well-know fact. Corrigan cited examples of five Consortium graduates who now hold major managerial positions with widely diverse firms. All of the graduates started out u» entry-level positions end > achieved steady advancement through their own efforts, not only because they are highly educated, Corrigan said. The key word in the business community is competition-both Avon promotes top black to office post

LAWRENCE R. BANKS JR. NEW YORKAvon Products, Inc., recently announced the appointment of Lawrence R. Banks, Jr., as director of home office operations. Banks joined Avon in 1970 as manager of consumer affairs, in the public relations department. In 1975 he moved to home office administration, assuming the position of manager of central services, the position he held until his recent promotion. Prior to joining Avon, Banks was vice-presi-dent of public relations. Status Concepts, Inc., a franchise development and sales organization. A high school dropout, Banks, nonetheless, attended Howard University, New York University, Boston University and the New School for Social Research. He is a former member of the board of directors of the Council of Concerned Black Executives, the Society of Consumer Affairs Professionals in Business; was chairman of the board of directors of the West Side Rehabilitation Center, and was a member of the Governor-Elect's Task Force on Consumer Affairs. A native of Washington, D.C., he now resides in New York City. Avon, with sales of $1.3 billion, is the world's largest manufacturers and distributor of cosmetics and toiletries. Its products are sold worldwide directly to the consumer in the home by more than 800,000 active Avon representatives.

internally for the promotions and externally from competing companies. Because of this competition, businesses are rejecting the idea that the senior employee or the “nice guy” gets the promotion, Corrigan stated. In most major American corporations such as R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc., which owns RJR Foods, the individual who can produce with get the nod. “Companies want people who produce and get the job done. They need people who apply themselves and are committed to getting results,” Corrigan said. That attitude also means that color or sex is no longer a factor for increasing numbers of companies, Corrigan added. “Judging a person by color, sex or creed probably still exists in some places,” he said. “Where it does exist, I doubt if you would consider working for that company.” The Consortium itself is a sign of the attitudes of the 180 major corporations who contribute to the program to bring minorities into business management. “Why do we invest time and money on the minority program? Because we feel minorities are a group of individuals who offer the greatest untapped potential for executive talent within the business world,” Corrigan said. Corrigan stressed that there are opportunities for M.B.A. graduates coming out of participating Consortium schools. The largest number of openings within the next two years likely will be in financial, accounting, and marketing fields, according to Corrigan. “When comparing companies for employment, starting compensation should be less important than finding the type of position and company that best suits your interest. If you have found all other factors that fit you. the money will be there,” Corrigan said. RJR Foods, Inc., a subsidiary of R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc., produces Hawaiian Punch canned fruit drinks and powered drink mixes, Chun King Oriental food. Patio frozen Mexican food. Brer Rabbit molasses, Vermont Maid syrup. College Inn products, and Davis baking powder. IU graduate wins award for ‘Roots’ print BLOOMINGTON, Ind.Ramona Moxley, a May graduate of Indiana University, recently received a $100 prize for best of show for her print “Roots” in an exhibit sponsored by the Afro-American Arts Institute for undergraduate black student artists. Herman Hudson, dean for Afro-Ameri-can Affairs at Indiana University, announced the award. The artwork is a 17 inch by 17V* inch silk screen print of a 'man with roots at his feet and branches extending from his arms and hands. This image is surrounded by a disk representing the sun emergine from silhouetted mountains. The artist used brilliant yellows, oranges, reds, and rich tones of brown to suggest the earth at sunset. The print will become a permanent part of the art collection housed in the Black Culture Center on the Bloomington campus. Moxley received her bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts. She is a native of Gary and returned there after graduation. MCKINLEY BINNITT Last rites for McKinley Bennett, 80, 4315 N. College were held June 25 in Greater GAlilee Baptist Church with burial in New Crown Cemetery. A native of Lyons County, Ky., he lived 55 years in Indianapolis and bloomington. He was a World War I veteran. Survivors include a son, Charles E. Bennett and three daughters, Mrs. Ruby L. Hill,' Mrs. Juanita Grisby and Mrs. Kathryn Woods, city.

Tuning in on ANDERSON By REV. RAY WRIGHT

MS. MAMIE R. THOMPSON, who has taught for four years at Hazelwood School, has been chosen as one of the delegates to represent the Anderson Federation of Teachers at the National American Federation of Teachers (AFLCIO) Convention in August in Boston, Mass. A native of Jackson, Miss., Ms. Thompson received her M.A. from Anderson College after attending Piney Woods Junior College in Piney Woods,

Miss.

Ms. Thompson is definitely a teacher’s advocate. She is second vice-president of the Anderson federation, and a member of the AFT negotiation

team.

The Anderson delegate is a member of the Madison County and State Women’s Political Caucus, the Phyllis Wheatly Club, the Madison County Urban League, the NAACP and its Ladies Auxiliary and Education Committee; Black Child Development Institute, Anderson Area Reading Council, and the National Association of Colored Women’s Clubs. She has been selected to appear in the 1976-77 edition of Notable Americans in recognition of past achievements and outstanding service to the community and state. The award is presented by the Editorial Board of American Biographical Institute, a division of Historical Preservations of America.

ADDIE FENNER The community is still shocked following the death of DALE FENNER and his wife. ADDIE, in an automobile accident June 16 at Ind. 236 and County Road 300E. Born in Anderson, Mr. Fenner, 26, had lived here most of his life and was a student at Anderson College and Lincoln University in Missouri, A veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a member of the Church of God, he was formerly employed at Guide Division. Survivors include a son, Steven Davis of Anderson; his parents, Marion and Zora Fenner of Anderson; two sisters, Virginia of Dayton, O., and Carol Fenner of Anderson, and three brothers, Stephen and Richard, both of Anderson, and Charles Ernest Fenner of Chicago. Services were held June 20 at the Sherman Street Church of God. Mrs. Fenner, 23, was a native of Fulton, Mo. Services for her were held in Louisiana,

Mo.

Survivors include a daughter, Michelle, and a sister,

Jewell Holt of Fulton. CURTIS PARRISH

Funeral services for Curtis Parrish, 65, 2601 Sangster,

LADY PAGE were held June 24 in Zion

Tabernacle Apostolic Church of

MISS LADY PAGE, daugh- which he was a member. He ter of Mrs. Helen Page, 1808 died in his home June 20. He Morton, is the recipient of the worked more than 20 years for first annual scholarship presen- Bridgeport Brass Company and ted by the Urban League of was a World War II veteran. Madison County with funds Survivors include his wife, Sailed h(y thje .Urfrap, ^ague^Mberta; daughter, Kim Ross; Guild. brother, Robert a

and sister.

Miss Page is a graduate of Annie Lee Parrish.

Anderson High School, where she was an honor student and involved in many extra-curricu-lar activities. She is enrolled at Indiana State University in Terre Haute and plans to major in business administration.

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