The Key West Citizen Newspaper, February 28, 1953, Page 7

Saturdey, February 28, 1953 THE KEY WEST CITIZEN COLORED COMMUNITY NEWS WINIFRED SANDS JOHNSON, Editor 12-2826 Legion Members Attend Ft. Lauderdale Mid-Winter Meet Sixteen members of William Weech Post 168, under the direc- tion of Donzel Leggett, Jr., vice commander of the Post, left Key West at approximately 2:00 a.m. Saturday, enroute to Fort Laud- erdale. On the Overseas Highway, one of the cars in the grop of three developed engine trouble which delayed the entire group for a- bout half an hour. After repairing the damage, the journey was con- tinued. At approximately 7:30 a.m, Saturday, all «rived at Fort Lauderdale. They immediately went to the Conference headquart- ers, which was located at 519 N. W. 4th Street. This building also serves as the Post Home of Robert Bethel Post 220, which was the “Host Post.” After registering, the delegates and the Post, all members of the party went to a restaurant to have breakfast. The opening session was sche- duled to begin at 10:00 a.m., but, did not start until after 11:00 be- cause of the late arrival of some of the various Posts. The first ses- sion was held at St. John’s Metho- dist Church, 306 N. W. 5th Avenue. The meeting was opened by Frank Leo Hampton, 11th District Com- mander who was the presiding of- ficer. The Colots were advanced by the Honor Guard of West Palm Beach Post 199, There were ad- dresses made by the District Of- ficers of the Legion and District officers of the Legion’s Auxiliary, as well as by other distinguished guests. Reports were made from Chairmen of various committees. At the conclusion of this, the meeting recessed until Sunday morning at 8:00. The annual 1ith District Oratori- cal contest was held at Mount Olive Baptist Church at 8:00 p.m. There were six contestants, re- Presenting six different divisions of Florida. A young man, Carl Kirksey of West Palm Beach was the ist place winner. Miss Ethel Mae Edmounds of Plant City was . second. Our contestant, Miss Joyce Mounts, gave an excellent account of herself, but, was simply out- classed. Immediately after the ‘Con- test,” a big dance was held at the Veterans Hall. Muisc was fur- nished by Bill “Bass” Gordan and his. orchestra. Guests: of honor at this dance were . and Mrs. Swing,” Radio Stars of Station WMBM, Miami Beach. On Sunday mora:ng, the second session of the Conference was hled at the “New” Dillard High School. The advancement of Colors was made by William Weech Post 168 Honor Guard. They were Jed in by James Hall, lieutenant of the Guard. Among the distinguished guests present, were Mrs. Audrey Humer, department president of pai es Sa a 9 Bill's Pawn Shop | Uncalled For Suits, Watches, Pants for Sale 716 Duval St. GLOBE SHOE STORE "We Pit The Hard to Fit” 510 FLEMING ST. Shenanigans Heydays Life Stride Buxkens Name Players To Participate is making trip a starting at 3 p.m. To combat the Indians, Farr’s Florida Hoboes, a loc: gregation of colored and white mi- Jim hands of Alpheus (RED) Dean promises the best in a single ex- hibition yet to be seen in Key West in many a moon. Following the Indians in games at Wicker’s Field for this coming baseball season will be such teams as “Stuart Sailfishers” - the 1952 champs of the Coast- Glades Lea- gue. . . The House of David nine, The Pittsburgh Crawfords, man- aged by one of Florida’s own Col- ored great and champion sluggers- Ralph Cole of Miami, Florida. . . ‘The Havana Cubans of the F. I. League and many more clubs of distinction. Watch this column for more “info” about our own Hoboes a- gainst coming attractions. NOTES Douglass High School and the Key West High Schcol baseball teams have been invited as guests of the locals for an afternoon of fun on March 7. There will be talks to the local youngsters by the visiting greats before game time. the American Legion Auxiliary; Frank J. Falsone, past department commander; Eddie Humer, de- partment _—_sergeaot-at-arms and Addison P. Drummond, depart- ment commander. All of these and many others gave short addresses. Dr. I. P. Davis gave a brief re- port on the 1952 National Conven- tion at New York City which he attended as a delegate of the 11th District. After the Commanders of the 11 divisions of the 11th District gave their reports, the meeting was ad- journed. The following ladies from Key West, also attended the Confer- ence-Miss Malvise Pinder, Auxili- ary president; Miss Joyce Mounts, contestant; Mrs. J. P. Lloyd and Mrs. Victorine Roberts, delegate of William Weech Auxiliary. Everyone arrived home Monday morning-safe and sound. Mrs. Grace Butler, mother of Barbara and Theodore Suarez, was a patient in the. 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The whole farm system from Daytona Beach i the leasure bound one to Key West and will give the fans of Key West the thrill of watching Major League at play on March 7 and 8, two afternoon games on Saturday and Sunday - KW Soldier And Wife Give Musical Show Private Frist Class and Mrs. 88-/ James P. Williams, of Oklaho City, gave a musical progr: a joint meeting of Army cHaplain: and area clergymen at the Medi- cal Replacement Training Centers here. Two of the selections that high- lighted their program were “My Hero,” a duet from the ‘“Choco- late Soldier,” and a solo by Pfc. Williams, id Man River” from “Showboat.” With this concert the duet con- tinued a series of performances that began when they were college ville, Alabama. Williams, who was recently pro- moted to Private First Class, is now a sergeant major in a train- ing regiment. While in college he was active in musical work and was a member of one of the lead- ing male choruses. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Williams, 205 Julia St. Key West. His wife is the former Miss Min- neola Dabney, daughter of Mrs. Albert Dabney, 1735 East Park Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. A graduate of Oakwood College with a degree in secretarial sci- ence, Mrs. Williams was a leading soloist with the Oakwood College Chorus for four years, and a mém- ber of the Alpha Tau Delta and F.*B. L. A. societies. * The Williams’ are keeping up with their musical studies and pro- grams at the MRTC. In addition to the many musicals and programs they appear in, Pfc. Williams has organized and is directing a small choral group. Visiting Bishops At St. Peter's The Rt. Rev. Edward Thomas Demby LLD, STD, LHD. D.D., retired Suffragan Bishop of Arkansas, acting for The Rt. Rev. Henry I. Louttit, D.D., Bish- op of the Episcopal Diocese of South Florida will be officiating at the services at St. Peter's Church, Center St. on Sunday, March Ist. Services will be at 7:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 7 p.m. Bishop Demby served as rector of St. Peter’s from 1903-1907, Father J, H. Reese is vicar. Mrs. Rose Deveaux of D-7, Fort Village ig confined to bed after a major; operation performed at the Naval Hospital. THANKS Mrs. Mildred Brown Harris, who recently underwent a major operation at the Naval Hospital, takes this means of thanking the entire hospital personnel for the kind and attentive treatment re- ceived while a patient there. She, also wishes to thank her many friends for their many kind deeds. She wishes to assure you that your treatment of her will long ' i pore & ber meer. H Phone 2-6642 Sport Shorts By WILLIS KNOWLES Saturday. night, February 21, Douglass basketball teams played their last “home game” for the 1953 season against the Attucks High School “Eagles” of Dania, Florida. ‘The Tigerettes lost their game 38-22. Pauline Edwards, star for- ward, and Shirley Roberts and Alice Winters, guards played their last“home game” on Douglass court. ‘The boys’ game which has al- ways been thrilling was even more exciting. The Eagles with their, 6’5” cen- ter, Al Taylor and 6’5” guard, John unders, made the ers ior. forward, Alfred Saunders, the sf, ” narrowed the score to 16- 12 by intermission time. The visitors were held to 3 points in the third quarter and Douglass took a 21-19 lead. In the final stan- za the Eagles knotted the score 19- 19, 21-21, 22-22, 23-23, and 25-25. With the score tied 25-25, Charles Clarke, Senior center, put Douglass ahead 27-25, but not for long. John Saunders of Attucks dropped in a “field goal’ to tie the score 27-27. With a tied score, the Eagles desperate to get possession of the ball committed fouls. Alfred Saunders in four points from the chi “line, with about a minute to play to put the on ie f The of lass, Leo Rivas Charles Clarke weré’ hig scorers John Saunders and Wilfred Mon- roe were high scorers for Attucks. Kenneth Carey, Alffed Saunders, Hilton Williams, Charles Clarke and Anthony Gibson—five Seniors— played their last “home” game. BIRTHS SON TO EVANS Born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Evans of Cocoa, Florida, a son on February 19. Mrs. Evans is the former Miss Dorothy Thurston, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Otis R. Thurston of Key West. Mrs. Rosa Bamus, mother of George and Alfonso Dean, con- tinues to be ill. SHORTY’S BAR Under New Management 632 Whitehead Street 416 Petronia Street Air Conditioned DELUXE CLEANERS 719 WHITEHEAD STREET UNDER N“W MANAGEMENT | Special 1-Day Service ci and Cunae nen Shee, Shas 51.50 Suits (Special) $1.50 OVERCOATS $1.50 REG. SERVICE SUITS, COATS, DRESSES $1.00 PLAITED SKIRTS 75¢ to $1.00 HENRY WINDSOR, Mgr. Alumni Meet Attendance Is Up From Past The Alumni Association of Dou- glass school met in the band room on February 17. At this meeting several lost members returned to the ‘organization. The attendance ~ On Thursday, February 19, the Primary Mothers Club of Dou- glass School met in Miss Rodger’s room. Mrs. Mary Steele Thompson, teacher of Grade HI and princi- pal’s assistant for the Primary de- partment presided. Business of in- terest to parents and teachers was “| guests present. was high in comparison with the attendance at other meetings. | A brief report on the project of | last week was favorably endorsed | by all members present. | Thanks was tendered Alfredo Sands, a teacher of Douglass school, for the very excellent man- ner in which he carried on “Tag Day” to aid the Douglass school | band. The meeting was indeed an in- teresting one. To climax the evening, a social at which Mrs. Lorraine Saunders acted as host- ess was indulged in. Miss Ernestine Adderly, Mrs. Eloise Sands and Mrs. Vera S. Whitehead served the _ refresh- fel Key. West menu. The “social | ‘em "ith loving care and tender tea ies” seemed to hold their | Biya tell children the truth, for own along with Cuban mixed sand-! ; ve Ms if they even as much as suspect wiches. The familiarity of all pre- Ps i sent- young and old, brought back aes glides 8 ‘deatres doy spemnire Ce coretreer: Children can’t be fooled and don't Songs played on the music box try to deceive them. A parent and sung by the, group brought | should teach through example.” back a longing for school days. Mrs. McLean also stressed the Mrs. Verora P. Mingo’s absence | fact that when one educates a boy, left way for Mrs. Florette Higgs|he educates an individual, but Hatchett and Mrs. Dorothy Mc-| when one educates a girl, he is Kenzie Freeman to lead the group} educating a family; for a girl is by winning the titles of Whist and! 3 future mother who will spend Hearts Queens. her time wi t Professor Roy Allen praised the most of her time with Ber chil group as one that’ will go far if the present spirit is kept up. Alfred Saunders, George Dean, Alfonso Dean, Lieutenant John Evans, Clifford Lassiter and Ro- bert Smith, Jr., played the part of stay in after school and clean the room. There were several escorted discussed. The main feature of the day was a talk to mothers given by Mrs. McLean, wife of Rev. Walter N. McLean, pastor of Trinity Presby- terian Church. : Mrs. McLean selected “Let First Things Come First,” as her topic. She developed the theme in such a manner that all present could see that she had given quite a bit of time and thought to the subject. She stressed the fact that the child should always be first as he is the most important item in the whole world. To the mothers, in particular, she drove in the fact that they should pay attention to their children and should treat Visitors From Liberty City Come To K.W. On Thursday, February 19, a group of 163 fourth grade pupils The next meeting of the asso- ciation will be on the first Tues- day in March. It is urgently re- quested that all members attend. Douglass Room Representative Group Formed By ISABEL C, SANDS parent-teacher-pupil grade, fathers was organized. The officers are:- Winifred Allen — Secretary retary Gladys Evans — Treasurer Leona Carey — Reporter ponsible, progressive citizens. It certainly was inspiring to see tthe great number of parents wh jleft their household and civi duties to attend the meeting. For your unselfish attitude, the school extends “thanks.” BIG CLOSE OUT ON SHIRTS MENS LONG SLEEVE FLANNELS, GABARDINES, SILKS, COTTON AND RAYON MUST GO at $2.98 BOYS L. S. AT $1.98 | Bill's Pawn Shop 76 DUVAL ST. $34 DUVAL STREET BIG SALE NOW ON— Branded Lines of QUALITY Merchandise In order to bring about a better relationship here at Douglass for the purpose | of working for the good and wel- fare of the pupils of the Eigth a Room Representative Club consisting of mothers and Williebelle Harris — President | Edith Fisher — Vice President | Annie Sweeting — Assistant Sec- Alfred M. Evans — Chaplain The initial meeting was certainly enjoyed by all. The parents felt | that this is an important step be-| cause the home, which is the first educator must work with the} school so as to train boys and girls to become worthwhile, res- from Liberty City Elementary school visited here. The purpose of their visit was a tour of the lower East coast with particular interest in Key West. Places of interest visited were: the Key West Naval Base, Aquar- ium, Turtle Crawls, Martello Tow- ers and the Southernmost house. Mrs. Mildred Brown Harris and Miss Mereedes Hannibal, teachers of the fourth grade of Douglass school, were hostesses to the group. The following Seniors acted as guides on the sightseeing tour: | Dorothy Williams, Barbara Len- non, Georgiana Clarke, Pauline Edwards, Willis Knowles, Kenneth Carey ‘and Anthony Gibson. The following teachers from Miami accompanied the group: Mrs. Nancy Dawkins, Mrs. Mary Edwards, Mrs. Ebry Sands, Mrs. Rubie Mizzle, Mrs. Helena Know- les, Mrs. Willie Mae Coleman, Mrs. Effie McFadden, Miss Gloria Spi- cer and Miss Annie Hudson. The following patrons acted as chaperons: Mrs. Thelma Bell, Mrs. Mary Hanna, Mrs. Rosa Ste- wart, Mrs. Gypsy Chatman, Mrs. Maude Prescott and Mrs. Verne J. Reed, secretary of the school. The group expressed thanks for the cordial reception tendered each individual and stated that they would like to make a similar tour in the near future. Experienced Man \Is New Pastor Of Bethel A.ME. | Rev. W. N. Everett, the new pastor of Bethel A. M, E. Church, jhas had wide experience in re- ligious work. If given a chance and porper support, he will prove a great asset to the community. | Rev. Everett is also in jin Education and shows this |through the interest that he is taking in his wife, who is now in [her senior year at Bethune — ‘Cookman College, Daytona Beach, | Florida. | The new pastor states that the |community may call on him at ‘any and all times as he is al- | ways ready to render service. You may reach him at the parsonage, 907 Thomas Street Blanche Jones, Prep. 2 HOUR SERVICE GROCERIES & MEATS Phone 26342 Phone 2-9272 At Meet dren teaching by concept and pre- cept. An educated mother means much spiritually and temporally. “The training of children,” she said, “is something that calls for ation. This cooperation should be closely welded in the home, church, and community in order to build well-rounded citi- In her final remarks, Mrs. Mc- Lean urged the parents to pray and ask the blessings of God upon them and their families - “for the family that prays together stays together.” Mrs. Mary Steel Thompson thanked Mrs. McLean for her timely remarks and then continued the meeting. She told of the “savings club” organized in the Primary department to encourage children to save. She stated that there was approximately $107.00 to the credit of the children. She then spoke of the work of the Girl Scouts organization and urged the parents to have their children be- come members as the purpose of the organization is to build better wo! Teachers present were : Miss Ruth Rodgers, Mrs. Mary Steele Thompson, Miss Enith Thompson, Mrs. Lorraine Lewis and Miss Edith Watts. Parents present were: Mrs. Mamie L. Sawyer, Mrs. Isabelle Strachan, Mrs. Clara Dean, Mrs. Lydia Roberts, Mrs. Annie Tynes, Mrs. Eva R. Patterson, Mrs. Lou- ise Beckon, Mrs. Edna Jackson, Primary Mothers Club Hears ‘Vocational (Mrs. McLean Speak Emphasis Wk. At Fla. A.& M. Tallahassee—Florida A and M College students heard three out- standing persons tell them about vocational opportunities on the in- ternal, national and state level last week, as the college observed its third annual Vocational Emphasis Week. Oscar W. Meier of the United States Department of State key- noted the week’s activities on Mon- day, the 16, when he spoke on vocational opportunities on the in- ternational level. On Wednesday, the 18, Julius A. Thomas of the National Urban League spoke on vocational opportunities on the national level, with Cecil Boston, principal of Don Thompson High School, Tampa, speaking Friday, the 20, on opportunities on the state level. Aside from the public address- es, the consultants also spoke to small groups and classes, with Meier, Thomas and Boston, mem- bers of the A and M and Florida State University faculties, repre- sentatives of a national canned milk concern, and local business- men and women serving as consult- ants. Meier told the students in his address. . .“Get the necessary training, develop an attitude for jthe job, and learn a language.” He is director of American Opera- tion, Technical Cocperation Ad- ministration of the State Depart- Mrs. Laurette Tynes and Mrs, Sylvia Dean. Vocal Solo — Mrs. Joyce Ed- wards Mingo Address — Alfred M. Evans, Sr. Vocal Solo — Gerald Dean Remarks — Alfredo Sands. “d T Pittman’ ome ° After Discharge Corporal William Pittman, hav- ing spent two years in, the regular Army, 18 months of which was on Korean War front, is in the , after having been honorably discharged and is making his home with his sister, Mrs. Evan- geline Carey of 2-D, Fort Village. While in service Pittman re- ceived the following awards: Citation Combat Medal, 3 Brown Stars, Korean Campaign Medal, Japan Gecupation Medal. 0. K. SHOE SHOP Men's Work and Dress. Shoes SHOE REPAIR 706 Duval Street Juan Sorriano 1011 Whitehead Street MEAT ond GROCERIES PHONE 2.6122 ment. “Tf you plan,” the future is yours. “Time is important when you are planning e career,” Tho- mas said. He urged the student body to enter the following fields which hold vast promise -- the medical sciences, engineering, s0o- cial service and business. Boston spoke on the work being carried on in his school and told of the direct financial benefits ‘that are being realized by stu- dents who specialize in vocational training. -Legion News BY DONZEL LEGGETT, JR. measurably in making better men out of young boys, so, more pow- er to it, A crowd of over 300 persons at- tended the recent dance with ‘Little Esther” and Tab Smith's orchestra at the V. F. W. - Clubhouse. Everyone enjoyed the rhythmic stylings of Tab Smith, the mellow songs of Little Esther and the Blues singing of the new. comer, “H” Bomb Ferguson. An- fore, scheduled ¢ f 7. They are hoping that the publie will come out in large numbers