Memphis World Memphis World Publishing Co. 1955-08-05 Raymond F. Tisby Let's Make Our Strength Felt! According to a recent Dunn And Bradstreet report, in the U. S. "population is being augmented at both ends." The report wasn't referring to where the growth occurred, but to the current span among Americans. "People are living longer," Dunn And Bradestreet says, and "more babies are being born." Both are items worthy of note to all of us who buy and sell things. And all of us are on one end of the business or the other— buying or selling, that is. More babies mean more business geared to small fry; more older folk means more business of another sort. Most noteworthy, however, to sepia Americans was the D. And B. revolution anent still another market prospect. The reports says there are now some 17 MILLION NEGROES in the United States. Moreover, our buying power has increased in recent years to the point where the "big folk" with things to sell are making a special 'pitch" in our direction. The Dunn And Bradstreet report says of this third growing market—the Negro market—"They are better customers for some needs than are whites." It is estimated that all-told Negroes in America spend more than $15 billion yearly. We should make our strength as buyers a more potent force. And we could—if we wouuld patronize the businesses who cooperated and do business with us. A good way to begin opening up new job opportunities, making the big wheels of finance turn in our direction, is to begin today to patronize the firms that advertise in your Negro weekly newspaper. The Highest Cash Award For Reading the Bible Her knowledge of the Bible and her flexibility to call up chapters and their literal meaning, have netted a woman $32,000. A Mrs. Kriesner actually won this package in a recent TV show, in which the little grandmother was not to be stalled in the catch questions designed by specialists around the Bible. For one to make the display of Mrs. Kriesner, there must be resourcefulness and that readiness to tie down historical matter with the acuteness and accuracy obtained, only by wide reading and a careful study of the Bible. Here again we come upon a great reward for those students of the scriptures. Mrs. Kreisner certainly had no TV show or $32,00 question in mind when she took to reading the Bible. All her life she says she has been a reader of the Bible. It just so happened when the Television came along if found Mrs. Kresiner already equipped for those nut-cracking Biblical questions that have received so many varied interpretations on the public forums and pulpits. So after all it is good to read the Bible; here is one incident in which it paid off in dollars and cents. All in all reading the Bible is a fine habit; nobody was ever made worse by reading it. It is that great giver of faith and consolation. SCHOOLS COULD TAKE CUE FROM "Y" LEADERS SAY The public schools of the South could jet a good lesson in integration from the young Men's Christian Association, and the school officials would find little difficult about it, except the will to try it. This is one conclusion which leaders have gathered from the current report on integration of the staff of 15 local YMCAs as published in an article in the June-July issue of the National Council Bulletin, official organ of the National Council, Young Men's Christian Association of the United-States. The article is entitled "Development of Interracial Staffs Reported." The Article deals with the current effort to integrate members of the staff of YMCAs according to the fitness of officials without regard to face or color. The Report covers 15 local YMCAs. Areas having interricial staffs are Arizona, Connecticut, California, Honolulu, Massachusetts New Jersey, New York, Ohio and Rhode Island. An account of how this integration is working is reported by three general secretaries. The Boston YMCA has had a Negro Youth Program secretary on its staff at the Huntington Avenue Branch staff since 1953. The membership has been interracial for many years, making the new venture easier. The young Negro on the staff is George Silcott. He has been a member of the YMCA since boyhood. When he was graduated from Springfield College and a vacancy occurred, he was given the job. The report on the Boston experiment was made by Ray Johns. D. W. Swihart tells about the work of the YMCA at Pheonix, Ariz. "The progress of the Phoenix Association in the field race relations has been one of great satisfaction," he says. Through there was never any written statement segregating persons in the Phoenix YMCA program segregation had been in pracitice until about 12 years ago. But the new policy toward integration began in 1944. The integration movement in Phoenix started in the field of athletics. It began with the YMCAChurch League which for the most part sponsored activities on playgrounds outside the YMCA building. The YMCA encouraged the churches to invite a Negro team from a Negro church to participate in the YMCA basketball tournament. This program was broadened until the activities in this field had become definitely interracial except for the Health Club. The first Negro employed on the staff was Frank Holloway. Reporting on the employment of Holloway, Swihart says: "The; movement was no mistake. Frank Holloway has distinguished himself in our association and in all my YMCA years no secretary his ever had as much voluntary commendation from parents." Gore Not Ready To Comment On Auditor's Report President George W. Gore, Jr., of Florida A and M University said this morning that he is at present unable to make a statement regarding the State Auditor's report in which the university, had received criticism because he has not had an opportunity to study the report and investigate the times contained therein nor has he had the opportunity to review matter with the administrative officers of the areas of the university which are in question. The Auditor's report which was made public Wednesday, criticized certain accounting procedure and tices of the university, Dr. Gore who was out of town Wednesday, returned late yesterday from Fort Benning, Ga., where he had been inspecting the university's third year ROTC cadets who are engaged in summer training. Clayborne Temple P. M. The public is invited. Members of the committee are: Mrs. Dorothy Merrill. President; Mesdames Willie L. Wilson, Shirley O'Neal Jackson, Gustee Bradfield and Miss Pauline Carradine. Rev. William LeRoy Bell is the pastor of Clayborn Temple. HUNGRY BURGLAR HELD TO STATE Ben Meadows 18, of 443 Frazier testifying in City Court Tuesday admitted burglarizing a store at 494 Scott, but explained he only committed the act because he "we hungry" Judge Boushe held the youth to the state on a burglary charge. South Carolina Citizens Question Tactics Of Editors Expressing some of the views shared privately by some white southerners, Josef Brustik, Charleston Heights, wrote a stinging letter, to the editors of the News and Couriers in which he strongly critized the tactics of the editors and other writers. The text of the letter was as follows: "From the day of the Supreme Courtis decision declaring racial segregation unconstitutional, it has been almost a dally routine, in private as well as public life, to argue and fight the court's action. "While official representatives of some southern states base their arguments on their states' right for self-determination private citizens even go to the point of calling on God's principles and wisdom in order to keep their rights from being shared by colored people. "Why all this formal or informal bitterness among some white people? Why do Negroes have to go before the court in oder to claim their right to enjoy visiting the state operated parks and public beaches, while dogs of white people have free access? Does there really exist an insurmountable natural barrier inspiring all this indignation, or is it only a supersituation inherited from the time of slavery? The historcal development of races, as well as current facts related to this subject, point to the later. "Nature in her course couldn't possibly keep all the people under one roof, creating thus only one complexion, one tongue and one culture. Neither does the teaching of Christ provide for subjection or hatred among different races. Employing Negroes in white households as servants, cooks baby sitters, etc., and at the same time not allowing them to profit equally from the social facilities of the community just because of their complexion, is not due to a natural cause, but to a superstitions, hatred inherited from the Roman and Germanic believers in racial superiority arid inferiority. NAACP Pledges To Defend Any Teachers Affected By Ruling The edict, however, is ineffective because the meeting itself was illegal. The portion of the state law dealing with the Board of Education specifies that meetings must be held in Atlanta, the capitol city. To validate the decree, therefore, it must be substantiated in a meeting here. Teachers belonging to "organizations allied with" the NAACP and those belonging to subversive organizations would also be affected by the ruling. The decree came in the form of a resolution, submitted by (Board Member) Henry Stewart of Cedartown and passed by the body. The resolution was admittedly a device to weaken the effectiveness of the NAACP in the state now that the organization has won its Supreme Court fight against public school segregation. The idea of such a ban on N. A. A. C. P. membership was first broached by Georgia Attorney General Eugene Cook. His statement, in turn, followed the earlier ruling of the Board of Education making it an offense for any teacher to teach or advocate teaching "mixed" (desegregated) classes. Immediately following the earlier threat against teachers in the N. A. A. C. P., A. T. Walden, member of the NAACP'S legal staff pledged to protect any teacher affected by the ruling. "We (the NAACP) will take the case," he said. Attorney Walden reiterated his promise of support yesterday when he heard of the Board's action. The Board's Monday edict however made it possible for teachers who are currently members of the NAACP to maintain their status by resigning from that organization by September 15. The resolution reads: "Any teacher in Georgia who supports, encourages, condones or agrees to teach a mixed grade or any teacher who is a member of the NAACP, any allied organization or subversive organization, shall have his or her license revoked for life. "Provided, however, that any teacher who has membership in any of the above mentioned organizations and wishes to separate himself or herself completely from such or ganization and makes an oath to that effect to be filed with several local boards of education prior to Sept. 15 1955 shall not be affected by their resolution." NAACP PLEDGES AID The edict, however, is ineffective because the meeting itself was illegal. The portion of the state law dealing with the Board of Education specifies that meetings must be held in Atlanta, the capitol city. To validate the decree, therefore, it must be substantiated in a meeting here. Teachers belonging to "organizations allied with" the NAACP and those belonging to subversive organizations would also be affected by the ruling. The decree came in the form of a resolution, submitted by (Board Member) Henry Stewart of Cedartown and passed by the body. The resolution was admittedly a device to weaken the effectiveness of the NAACP in the state now that the organization has won its Supreme Court fight against public school segregation. The idea of such a ban on N. A. A. C. P. membership was first broached by Georgia Attorney General Eugene Cook. His statement, in turn, followed the earlier ruling of the Board of Education making it an offense for any teacher to teach or advocate teaching "mixed" (desegregated) classes. Immediately following the earlier threat against teachers in the N. A. A. C. P., A. T. Walden, member of the NAACP'S legal staff pledged to protect any teacher affected by the ruling. "We (the NAACP) will take the case," he said. Attorney Walden reiterated his promise of support yesterday when he heard of the Board's action. The Board's Monday edict however made it possible for teachers who are currently members of the NAACP to maintain their status by resigning from that organization by September 15. The resolution reads: "Any teacher in Georgia who supports, encourages, condones or agrees to teach a mixed grade or any teacher who is a member of the NAACP, any allied organization or subversive organization, shall have his or her license revoked for life. "Provided, however, that any teacher who has membership in any of the above mentioned organizations and wishes to separate himself or herself completely from such or ganization and makes an oath to that effect to be filed with several local boards of education prior to Sept. 15 1955 shall not be affected by their resolution." Attended Conference Mrs. Fort, supervisor of Montgomery Public Schools returned recently from a directors curriculum and supervisors of instruction at the University of Colorado at Boulder. The invitational conference was shared with participants from Alabama, California, Colorado, Conn., Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Utah Alabama was given much praise for its excellent course offerings and program of studies. The Montgomery Superintendent and Board of Education were highly commended for having a member of its staff invited to the conference on the bases of 1) Charater, and Scholastic Attainment 2) Recommendations from Colleges and Universities. 3) Approval by representatives of ASCD (Association for supervision and curriculum development of the NEA) 4) Noted contributions to curriculm content in Public Schools of America. Much information was secured on programs of study and curriculum contents in schools throughout the nation. "The Gentle Touch... — The Understanding required in guidance of the young child is a test this young mother, popular grade teacher, and leader in religious activities, meets with a sure, gentle touch. And when it comes to choosing a cigarette, Mrs. Carter agrees with the modern taste for gentleness. That's why she enjoys Philip Morris. For Philip Morris is born gentle and refined to special gentleness in the making. Why not enjoy its fresh unfiltered flavor right now — in the convenient snap-open pack regular or smart king Size. — It's welcome in my work ... and my cigarette" — The Understanding required in guidance of the young child is a test this young mother, popular grade teacher, and leader in religious activities, meets with a sure, gentle touch. And when it comes to choosing a cigarette, Mrs. Carter agrees with the modern taste for gentleness. That's why she enjoys Philip Morris. For Philip Morris is born gentle and refined to special gentleness in the making. Why not enjoy its fresh unfiltered flavor right now — in the convenient snap-open pack regular or smart king Size. — MEALTIME MELODIES! By LEODA GAMMON Poultry is one of the plentiful foods listed for August. Since it is one of the foods that can be used in most any diet and is perfect food for summer weather any home maker can do well by taking advantage of the August market. There is almost no end to the ways chicken can be served. This recipe which is called "Wonderful Chicken" has the exciting appeal that makes other women ask, "May I have your recipe?" Select a nice plump fryer 2 to 3 ¼ pounds, cut into serving pieces, wipe with a damp cloth or wash if necessary and drain. Then place in a paper bag: ¼ cup flour ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon paprika. Add the chicken and shake the bag vigorously. Remove the chicken from the bag. Heat in a heavy skillet one stick (¼ pound or ½ cup) of butter. Add the chicken and brown it quickly on all sides. Add more seasoning if you wish, then pour over ¾ cup sauterne wine. Cover tightly and let simmer gently until tender. Add a half cup, or more if you like, of thick sweet or sour cream, then heat and serve. Finely chopped chives parsley or fresh herbs sprinkled over the chicken just before serving give that — "something different" — flavor that makes "Wonderful Chicken" — wonderful. Warning To Motorists Calling all cars! The Tennessee Safety Council warns: Be on the lookout for Hurry Bug — Known to be operating from Maine to California, from Great Lakes to Gulf — Careful! Bug is deadly — long list of killings on record. Symptoms of victims: Excessive speed; following too closely; improper passing; failure to yield right-of-way; speed too fast for conditions. Best protection: SLOW DOWN AND LIVE. That is all! UNITED NATIONS NOTES Technicians from West, East and neutral Sweden are helping to build the military strength of Ethiopia. Western know-how comes from the United States, Eastern from satellite Czechoslovakia. The American contribution includes eight officers and 15 enlisted men from the U. S. Army who train the Ethiopians in the use and maintenance of equipment. The equipnent—artillary, machine guns, rifles, ordnance repair equipment, motor vehicles, light tanks, armored cars and ammunition—is a gift from the, U. S. government. But being ammunition for the guns is being made in an Ethiopian Govern ment factory, recently opened. Technicians in the factory are supplied from the Skoda works by the prey sent Czechoslovak Government. Czechoslovakia supplied much of the Ethiopian ammunition during its war with Italy. The U. S. Army personel has only one contact with the new ammunition factory to supply measurements of ammunition for this American guns. The Swedes staff and administer the Ethiopian Air Force training. Swedish training planes are used. Some of the Ethiopians are familiar with the U. S. equipment, having served with the Ethiopian battalion in Korea. The Ethiopians supply office facilities some cars and drivers and pay part of the station allowances of the American personnel. During the past year) 30 officers of the Ethiopian army have been sent for further training in the S. Army Service Schools in the United States. NOW! FOR THE FIRST TIME! 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