Memphis World Memphis World Publishing Co. 1963-12-21 J. A. Beauchamp Rainy Day —Georgia Douglas Johnson Demonstrations Resume In Jackson; 6 Arrested Six members of the local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People last week defied a state court injunction issued this summer against demonstrations and resumed protest picketing against the segregationists policies of the city administration. Police promptly arrested the demonstrators and charged each with violating ordinances commonly used to discourage peaceful protests by advocates of equal rights and Justice — blocking the sidewalk and parading without a permit. The six — all Negro women — were released on $600 bond apiece. Residents of Jaskson, the demonsttrators arrested while carrying signs protesting discrimination were the Misses Stella Harrington, 22; Theresa Ensley, 31; Nina Mae Benson, 38; Mattie Mae Jackson, 21; Geneva Rucker, 41; and Minnie Jewel Eiland, 29. Charles Evers, Mississippi state NAACP field secretary said demonstrations would continue until racial differences were settled. "We are going to demonstrate until the mayor meets with us," Evers sai. "We have given him five months and he hasn't met with us," he added. The city was the scene of muss demonstrations this summer during which Medgar Eers, brother of Charles, was brutally slain by a bullet in the back. Medgar Evers was then NAACP field secretary and civil rights stalwart in the state of Mississippi. Charles Evers said the demonstrations against racial injustice; would continue until six demands were met. The demands are: biracial of public faculties; removal of segrogation signs in buildings; the hiring of qualified Negro city bus drivers; Motional Negro police and crossing guards; and general upgrading of Negroes in civil sercommittee meeting; desegregation vice jobs. Soviet dashes, hopes for early space accord. MAYOR INACTION HIT Six members of the local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People last week defied a state court injunction issued this summer against demonstrations and resumed protest picketing against the segregationists policies of the city administration. Police promptly arrested the demonstrators and charged each with violating ordinances commonly used to discourage peaceful protests by advocates of equal rights and Justice — blocking the sidewalk and parading without a permit. The six — all Negro women — were released on $600 bond apiece. Residents of Jaskson, the demonsttrators arrested while carrying signs protesting discrimination were the Misses Stella Harrington, 22; Theresa Ensley, 31; Nina Mae Benson, 38; Mattie Mae Jackson, 21; Geneva Rucker, 41; and Minnie Jewel Eiland, 29. Charles Evers, Mississippi state NAACP field secretary said demonstrations would continue until racial differences were settled. "We are going to demonstrate until the mayor meets with us," Evers sai. "We have given him five months and he hasn't met with us," he added. The city was the scene of muss demonstrations this summer during which Medgar Eers, brother of Charles, was brutally slain by a bullet in the back. Medgar Evers was then NAACP field secretary and civil rights stalwart in the state of Mississippi. Charles Evers said the demonstrations against racial injustice; would continue until six demands were met. The demands are: biracial of public faculties; removal of segrogation signs in buildings; the hiring of qualified Negro city bus drivers; Motional Negro police and crossing guards; and general upgrading of Negroes in civil sercommittee meeting; desegregation vice jobs. Soviet dashes, hopes for early space accord. In the Spirit of Christmas We wash you a Day,. bright with hope, rich in the blessings of the season. 1718 Bismark Rev. Coman Crawford 1925 Rile GREETINGS 1886 Swift RUGGED WINTER AHEAD If her signs hold true, Mrs. James Lane says we are in for another rugged winter. Judging from the fogs in August, the number of spiders in the area, the number of hornet nests near the ground and the thickness of bark on trees, Mrs. Lane has made her prediction. She does not claim to be a weather wizzard but just watches for the signs and waits to see if they come true. Her prediction for last year was correct. Autograph Party For Langston Hughes The Dunbar Book Company of N. Y. C. recently held a Gala Autograph Party and Reception in honor of Langston Hughes. The affair heralded the recent Grand Opening of the book store in the heart of Harlem at the Brotherhood Building, 217 West 125th Street. Among the many well wishers at the Autograph Party were: Hilda Simms, star of Langston Hughes' recent Broadway Play, "Tambourines To Glory." Miss Simms read some of Hughes' poems to the audience. Representatives from the Dahomey, Ghana, Kenya and Jamaica delegations to the United Nations were also present. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of a bronze plaque to Langston Hughes after he had treated the audience to recitations from his recent book "Selecteed Poems." The plaque was presented to Hughes "For Outstanding Contribution to Negro and African Liteerature." SUMMIT TALK POSSIBLE There is a possibility that a Western summit meeting will, take place in the early part of 1964. President Johnson has displayed a liking for personal diplomacy and has tentative agreements for talks with French President de Gaulle, British Prime Minister Douglas Home and West German Chancellor Four of the five big NATO powErhard next year. ers have recently had changes at the top. Canada and China negotiate wheat sale. Four Kennedy aides will remain at posts. National Symphony honored Kennedy in concert. Steel production so far tops all 1962? Christians, Jews Brought Closer In 1963 In Equality Efforts–AJC The president of the American Jewish Congress declared recently that during 1963 the country's three major religious faiths had moved "closer than ever before to mutual understanding, mutual respect and mutual cooperation." Dr. Joachim Prinz of Newark, N. J. said the new spirit of inter religious good will was a by product of the civil rights struggle in which Protestants, Catholics and Jews had joined hands in "common action to advance the common good. "Not by drinking a toast to brotherhood once a year but by working together every day to advance the cause of equality for all our citizens have Protestants, Catholics and Jews been able to develop a genuine sense of community," Dr Prinz told the American Jewish Congress national Governing Council at Stephen Wise Congress House 15 East 94th, St. In his address to the year end meeting of the oCngress policymaking group, Dr. Prinz asserted: "At a moment of moral crisis in America, the three great faiths have come into their own by embarking on a great campaign in which racial equality and social justice for all citizens have become the new religious battle cry." He continued: "The leaders or American Prottestantism, Catholicism and Judaism recognized that if the churches and synagogues were to play a significant role in our time, they had no choice but to join the great moral struggle for racial equality. "In doing so, they have replaced the shallow and perfunctory expressions of inter - religious 'tolerance' with the genuine regard that can come only from a shared commitment and a shared experience. "Out of the same crucible in which full equality in a free society for all Americans is being forged," Dr. Prinz declared, "an authentic and enduring relationship of appreciation and esteem is emerging among Christians and Jews that bodes well for the American future." In asserting that 1963 had seen more progress toward inter - religious understanding than an previous year, Dr. Prinz listed five major developments that took place during the last twelve months: 1) The March on Washington last August, in which thousands of ministers, priests and rabbis, representing almost every religious sect and denomination, demonstrated "a remarkable unity in support of the goal of jobs and freedom." 2) The Conference on Religion and Race held in Chicago last January in support of their joint commitment to the civil rights struggle. 3) The Vatican Council in Rome, "from which has emanated a new ecumenical spirit embracing not only Christians but men of all faiths. 4) Announcement by Pope Paul VI of plans to visit the Holy Land which Dr. Prinz described as "tangible recognition of the shared roots of the Jewish and Christian traditions." 5) The growing number of interreligious "dialogues" in communities across the country in which differences between religious groups on issues of public concern are discussed "in free and open debate in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect." DR. PRINZ ACCLAIMS NEW GOODWILL SPIRIT The president of the American Jewish Congress declared recently that during 1963 the country's three major religious faiths had moved "closer than ever before to mutual understanding, mutual respect and mutual cooperation." Dr. Joachim Prinz of Newark, N. J. said the new spirit of inter religious good will was a by product of the civil rights struggle in which Protestants, Catholics and Jews had joined hands in "common action to advance the common good. "Not by drinking a toast to brotherhood once a year but by working together every day to advance the cause of equality for all our citizens have Protestants, Catholics and Jews been able to develop a genuine sense of community," Dr Prinz told the American Jewish Congress national Governing Council at Stephen Wise Congress House 15 East 94th, St. In his address to the year end meeting of the oCngress policymaking group, Dr. Prinz asserted: "At a moment of moral crisis in America, the three great faiths have come into their own by embarking on a great campaign in which racial equality and social justice for all citizens have become the new religious battle cry." He continued: "The leaders or American Prottestantism, Catholicism and Judaism recognized that if the churches and synagogues were to play a significant role in our time, they had no choice but to join the great moral struggle for racial equality. "In doing so, they have replaced the shallow and perfunctory expressions of inter - religious 'tolerance' with the genuine regard that can come only from a shared commitment and a shared experience. "Out of the same crucible in which full equality in a free society for all Americans is being forged," Dr. Prinz declared, "an authentic and enduring relationship of appreciation and esteem is emerging among Christians and Jews that bodes well for the American future." In asserting that 1963 had seen more progress toward inter - religious understanding than an previous year, Dr. Prinz listed five major developments that took place during the last twelve months: 1) The March on Washington last August, in which thousands of ministers, priests and rabbis, representing almost every religious sect and denomination, demonstrated "a remarkable unity in support of the goal of jobs and freedom." 2) The Conference on Religion and Race held in Chicago last January in support of their joint commitment to the civil rights struggle. 3) The Vatican Council in Rome, "from which has emanated a new ecumenical spirit embracing not only Christians but men of all faiths. 4) Announcement by Pope Paul VI of plans to visit the Holy Land which Dr. Prinz described as "tangible recognition of the shared roots of the Jewish and Christian traditions." 5) The growing number of interreligious "dialogues" in communities across the country in which differences between religious groups on issues of public concern are discussed "in free and open debate in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect." ADDRESS TO MEET The president of the American Jewish Congress declared recently that during 1963 the country's three major religious faiths had moved "closer than ever before to mutual understanding, mutual respect and mutual cooperation." Dr. Joachim Prinz of Newark, N. J. said the new spirit of inter religious good will was a by product of the civil rights struggle in which Protestants, Catholics and Jews had joined hands in "common action to advance the common good. "Not by drinking a toast to brotherhood once a year but by working together every day to advance the cause of equality for all our citizens have Protestants, Catholics and Jews been able to develop a genuine sense of community," Dr Prinz told the American Jewish Congress national Governing Council at Stephen Wise Congress House 15 East 94th, St. In his address to the year end meeting of the oCngress policymaking group, Dr. Prinz asserted: "At a moment of moral crisis in America, the three great faiths have come into their own by embarking on a great campaign in which racial equality and social justice for all citizens have become the new religious battle cry." He continued: "The leaders or American Prottestantism, Catholicism and Judaism recognized that if the churches and synagogues were to play a significant role in our time, they had no choice but to join the great moral struggle for racial equality. "In doing so, they have replaced the shallow and perfunctory expressions of inter - religious 'tolerance' with the genuine regard that can come only from a shared commitment and a shared experience. "Out of the same crucible in which full equality in a free society for all Americans is being forged," Dr. Prinz declared, "an authentic and enduring relationship of appreciation and esteem is emerging among Christians and Jews that bodes well for the American future." In asserting that 1963 had seen more progress toward inter - religious understanding than an previous year, Dr. Prinz listed five major developments that took place during the last twelve months: 1) The March on Washington last August, in which thousands of ministers, priests and rabbis, representing almost every religious sect and denomination, demonstrated "a remarkable unity in support of the goal of jobs and freedom." 2) The Conference on Religion and Race held in Chicago last January in support of their joint commitment to the civil rights struggle. 3) The Vatican Council in Rome, "from which has emanated a new ecumenical spirit embracing not only Christians but men of all faiths. 4) Announcement by Pope Paul VI of plans to visit the Holy Land which Dr. Prinz described as "tangible recognition of the shared roots of the Jewish and Christian traditions." 5) The growing number of interreligious "dialogues" in communities across the country in which differences between religious groups on issues of public concern are discussed "in free and open debate in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect." A. Philip Randolph, AFL-CIO vice president and president of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters. APL-CIO, announced Dec. 14 that December 20 has been set as a strike deadline following the break off in negotiations with railroad management. The strike deadline was established following the union's inability to obtain agreement on a 173-hour work month, the equivalent of a 40-hour week. Affected would be all of the nation's railroads which utilize the Pullman company's equipment as well as those railroads having their own sleeping cars. "We seek only what 95 per cent of the other railroad workers in America already have — the 40 hour week, and we want it now," Randolph declared. "The cost to the companies for the 3,000 men involved is so miniscule that we must believe that there Is some motive other than monetary which prevents agreement," he said. Randolph estimated the cost of the union's proposals at 1-500th of 1 per cent of the operating costs of the railroads! The union also seeks a wage increase and job security provisions. The break off in negotiations came after more than a month of meeting which followed issuance of the report by Emergency Board No. 155 on the dispute. Miss Dorothy I. Height, National President, National Council of Negro Women, Inc. and Dr. Rosa L. Gragg, President, National Association of Colored Women's Clubs, Inc. at the invitation of President Lyndon B. Johnson, met with the Chief Executive at the White House, Friday, Dec. 13. During the meeting, President Johnson spoke highly of the way women work to achieeve goals to which they are dedicated, the leaders said. He showed the same vital interest in Civil Rights and other issues as he had sete forth in his message to Congress. The President seemed eenly aware of the problems affecting social and economic welfare of the Negro family, said the leaders. He emphasized the importance of women's groups workiny on such problems us school drop outs and offering assistance in all parts of the community. Following the meeting, both women leaders Issued a statement saying, "The passage of the civil Rights legislation must be the first order of business. A great deal has been done already by women, bu much more has to be done, now. Discrimination against women and against the Negro results in limited opportunities for the trained and untrained alike, ere is a large reservoir of untapped talent among our women, with due appreciation for what progress has been made, there is still a greater need for an increased role of the Negro woman on the policy making level of our government. The leaders continued, "Many of the services embodied in recommendations from the consultations of Negro women, as recently released by the President's Commission on the Status of Women, have to be implemented. Through the years Negro women have had to fill the gaps in community services where such services have been locking or denied Negro citizens. While the need for volunteer services continue, women recognize the importance; of greater, support at the community level," "Given assistance, women can be counted upon to carry forward such services as Day, Care, Adult Education Centers and special aids for the prevention of juvenile delinquency." The leaders added, "Women's groups have found that it is possible to extend services once they are started, However, in the economically deprived areas, the resources for initiating services, are greatly needed." The women also expressed the opinion that the Civil Rights legislation needs to be strengthened so that the powers of the Attorney General can be extended for a wider protection of individuals. The leaders also stressed a need for more allies in all segments of the population, especially in areas where the Negro population is small. Already, some women's groups have begun work toward getting support for these critical areas. Following the conference with the President, Miss Height and Dr. Gragg set in motion a plan for joint efforts of local units and afflliate organizations to engage in a more intensive drive to support Civil Rights legslation. Konig seeks better relations with Red bloc. Bonn sees pause in United States leadership. IMPLEMENTATION Miss Dorothy I. Height, National President, National Council of Negro Women, Inc. and Dr. Rosa L. Gragg, President, National Association of Colored Women's Clubs, Inc. at the invitation of President Lyndon B. Johnson, met with the Chief Executive at the White House, Friday, Dec. 13. During the meeting, President Johnson spoke highly of the way women work to achieeve goals to which they are dedicated, the leaders said. He showed the same vital interest in Civil Rights and other issues as he had sete forth in his message to Congress. The President seemed eenly aware of the problems affecting social and economic welfare of the Negro family, said the leaders. He emphasized the importance of women's groups workiny on such problems us school drop outs and offering assistance in all parts of the community. Following the meeting, both women leaders Issued a statement saying, "The passage of the civil Rights legislation must be the first order of business. A great deal has been done already by women, bu much more has to be done, now. Discrimination against women and against the Negro results in limited opportunities for the trained and untrained alike, ere is a large reservoir of untapped talent among our women, with due appreciation for what progress has been made, there is still a greater need for an increased role of the Negro woman on the policy making level of our government. The leaders continued, "Many of the services embodied in recommendations from the consultations of Negro women, as recently released by the President's Commission on the Status of Women, have to be implemented. Through the years Negro women have had to fill the gaps in community services where such services have been locking or denied Negro citizens. While the need for volunteer services continue, women recognize the importance; of greater, support at the community level," "Given assistance, women can be counted upon to carry forward such services as Day, Care, Adult Education Centers and special aids for the prevention of juvenile delinquency." The leaders added, "Women's groups have found that it is possible to extend services once they are started, However, in the economically deprived areas, the resources for initiating services, are greatly needed." The women also expressed the opinion that the Civil Rights legislation needs to be strengthened so that the powers of the Attorney General can be extended for a wider protection of individuals. The leaders also stressed a need for more allies in all segments of the population, especially in areas where the Negro population is small. Already, some women's groups have begun work toward getting support for these critical areas. Following the conference with the President, Miss Height and Dr. Gragg set in motion a plan for joint efforts of local units and afflliate organizations to engage in a more intensive drive to support Civil Rights legslation. Konig seeks better relations with Red bloc. Bonn sees pause in United States leadership. ELEANOR — By Leila Pier King Canada and Britain agree on ta iff plan. There Will Always Be Christmas — By Leila Pier King Canada and Britain agree on ta iff plan. WE SHALL FIND CHRISTMAS — By Leila Pier King Canada and Britain agree on ta iff plan. THE SHEPHERDS' WATCH — By Leila Pier King Canada and Britain agree on ta iff plan. CHRISTMAS BELLS — By Leila Pier King Canada and Britain agree on ta iff plan. Fla. Councilman Considers Quitting After Cross-Burn Las Week, Robert Scott, a constructio worker, became the first Negro eve elected here when he placed thir in a race for city councilman. Th week he is considering resigning his office in the wake of a cross burning on his lawn Sunday night Dec. 15. Scott was one of three council men elected out of a field of eigh candidates. Local oservers and eled tion officials indicated that Scott victory wasn't surprising since Ne gro voter registration is said to ou number that of whites. The town of Lawcey has a popu lation of 623 The day after the' cross burnin on his lawn, Scott was reporte ready to resign. Tuesday night h said he plans to "t and se what happens." Scott said he considers the flam ing cross the work of cranks. Appoint 4 To End NYC School Bias A ne assistant superintendent of school and Lee consultants were appoin ed Lee. 12th to get the city integration program moving. School Superintendent Calvin Gross nominated Jacob Lande white, coordinator of the schoo Higher Horizons Program," to his assistant in charge of integer tion, at $20,300 a year. Dr. Edward S. Lewis, executiv director of the Urban League Greater New York, will serve a $10,000-a-year full-time consu tant. Dr. Dan W. Dodson, of New Yo University, and Miss Antonio Pa toja, director of an agency of th Puerto Rican Forum will serve a part-time consultants at $100 a da