The Key West Citizen Newspaper, March 21, 1953, Page 9

Saturday, March 21, 1953 THE KEY WEST CITIZEN Page 9 COLORED COMMUNITY NEWS WINIFRED SANDS JOHNSON, Editor 2.2826 JOSEPH HANNIBAL MAKES SECOND VISIT TO NASSAU Few of us seeing Joseph Han- nibal of 1017 Thomas Street walk- ing around would ever think that there was a great bit of history connected with nim. I can, how- @ver, assure you that there is. On Sunday, March 15, 1 inter- viewed Mr. Hannibal. My intention was to get news relative to his recent trip to Nas- sau. Never did I dream that I would get the fascinating story that I am now to tell you. Hannibal is the son of the late Shedrach and Matilda Fisher Hannibal. Shedrach, the father was a slave in Cherleston, South Carolina, owned by English who brought him to Key West. In Key West, English was en- gaged im the freight business and because of the apt mind of Han- nibal, English soon made him captain of the small boat haul- ing freight between Key West and Manatee, Florida. Shedrach at first sailed his ship by the stars, but after hav- ing learned to read made use of the compass. Through being able to read, Shedrach soon learned that there was no slavery in the British West Indies as Queen Victoria had abolished slavery. His every thought was bent towards free- dom and escaping to Nassau. Being unable stand the gris ance any longer, Shedrach de- cided upon his plan to escape. To three of his friends who went with him on his freight trips, he confided his secret. They readily decided to join him. So on the final trip, the freight was taken to Manatee as usual, but instead of returning to Key West, Shed- rach continued on to Nassau. Having reaclied Nassau, Shed- rach was now 3 free man. Not being a thief, he turned the boat jwhile in the U. S. A., could not} over to the British government which in turn saw that the same was turned over to English, the rightful owner. Shedrach, being an industrious and wise man soon found a job in Nassau. At the place where he found work, Matilda Fisher of Arbor Island, was employed as a cook. They soon fell in love and married. The following chil- dren were born of this union: Preston, James, Samuel, Jere- miah, Laura, Julia, Cecilia, Eva, Priscilla, Joseph and Jelevia. Shedrach, even though a slave forget the land of his birth and continued to read about it. One| day he read the news that the “Emancipation Proclamation” was signed and that slavery was abolished in the states. Having learned the trade of ‘‘masonry” in the Bahamas, he knew that he could make a living in the land of his love. So Shedrach came back to Key West, bringing his family with him, All the children were born in Nassau with the exception of Joseph and Jelevia who were born in Key West. Wonders never cease and be- lieve it or not, it was to English that Shedrach returned to work, After working for a period of time, Shedrach purchased a lot 100 x 100 on the corner of Tho- mas and Julia Streets. Joe now » ae a part of the lot facing jomas Street and Reba Hanni- bal Webster, daughter of the late James, and granddaughter of | Shedrach occupies the Julia Street end. | In 1888, Shedrach took his en-| tire family back to Nassau to live. There Joe completed his | education, receiving his diploma | from the famous “Boy Central” School. In 1893, Joe came back to Key | ON FOUNDERS’ WEEKEND PROGRAM COVER—This photo- graph of James Wyatte, senior, Norfolk, and Mona Humphries, senior, Apalachicola, Fla., appeared on the cover of the 10-page Founders’ Weekend program College during the annual observance March 6-8. published by the Florida A&M “Famceans Look to the Future ‘as Famcee Builds for the Future” was the “cutline” that was beneath the photo. The college has a pro- gram of physical expansion underway that is expected to result in the expenditure of $2,500,000 before June 30, and President George W. Gore, Jr., is seeking $6,800,000 for capital outlay for the 1953-’55 biennium. From an academic standpoint, three new schools—law, pharmacy and engineering—were established by the 1951 legislature, and the 1953 legislature which convenes in April, is expected to change the name of the college to that of a university—A&M Staff Photo by Chuck Smith. Mr. Victor Tynes of 811 Tho- mas Street continues to be ill. Miss Kathleen Johnson of Fort Village is convalescing at home after an operation performed at the Municipal Hospital. simply amazed at the changes that have taken place i the last sixty years in Nassau. He says that it is really modern in every respect. Joseph Hannibal along with his Douglass Chorus Miss R. Williams Weds Oscar Gunn In Kansas City Miss Ruth Williams, Les i Kansas City, Mrs. Gunn, the church elément H i mynd in Will Appear In Concert The Douglass School chorus March. ay e is |rehearsing daily for its appear- | le; jances during the last week of at the Florida A&M College, which is of $150,000 is man Avenue which was conduct- at Trinity Presbyterian Church on Sunday, March 15, sought by President George FOR THE FUTURE—Bids are currently being received for the $100,000 ROTC shown in this preliminary architect’s sketch, An W. Gore, Jr. for an R.O.T.C. $6,800,000 capita loutlay budget that he has submitted to By Celebration At Fla. A&M Mrs. Trotter Deserves To “:|Be Commended ue A mother who deserves special mention for the wonderful job she Trene | is doing is Mrs. Mary Trotter. of Street. Trotter came to Key West in October, 1945, from New Orleans, Louisiana. Having (at that time) recently lost her hus- band, she felt that she wanted to be near her sister, Mrs. Car- rye Johnson of 1107 Thomas St. of |So she came with her three chil- dren- Jesse, Verdell and Willie. With little or no money and |depending solely upon God and TALLAHASSEE— A Founders’ assembly address and a Found- ers’ worship message by the Rev. Walter C. Wynn of Philadelphia ~ a recital by Amelia Myers, pianist of Nashville — and the re- naming of three buildings were among the highlights of the Founders’ weekend observance at the Florida A and M College March 6-8. Other activities ineluded a meeting of President George W. Gore, Jr., with the alumni, the annual visit to the gra’ of the founders, and the reception giv en by President-and Mrs. Gore following the recital “Have a vision that is worthy of being carried somewhere a have the conviction to { that vision to its desired er } Wynn told an audience on March 6. He was speaking from the sx) Ject -- “A Generations’ Faith Hope.” On Sunday mornin, ts eighth, he had as his sub West and’ remained there until Seven new members have join- March 1, 1953, when he made his second visit. This was to sell the {her sister, she was able to rent @\a house from Mr. Baxter on A- melia Street, her present address. Mrs. Trotter was fully deter- mined that her three children would obtain at least a high school education this they id “Sharing One’s Faith.” Rev. finished A and M in '35 and Mis Myers in '42. Buildings renamed during - sembly on Friday were the ? chanic Arts building, Units A - M. (dormitories for junior sophomore men). The MA bu ing was renamed the Benic |brothers, Samuel and Jeremiah, !ed the soprano and alto sections. Meea in the contracting busi-| The schedule of appearance is family estate purchased by his |"°2>- iidi pes. follows: raprined in sees Pp ¥ ™S\ “Some of the buildings worked} Bayview Park — March 25 Radio Program — March 27 |on by Joe are St. Peter's Church, | Joseph states that he WS | Bethel Church, and the principal| St. Peter’s Parish Hall — March |form builder of St. Paul’s Church. | 29 He also laid the foundation of the Southernmost House and built Student Group Visits Key West ~ fe Several members of the group ;are cast in the forthcoming oper- 0. K. SHOE SHOP say ' JOHN E. LUCEY SHOES FOR MEN A CLEAR PICTURE OF | $9.95 STYLE ... for young men of all ages. QUALITY ... you of outstanding performance. Select your faverite style now from our ¢omplete line. VALUE . . . to please your pocketbook. GLOBE “We Fit The Hard To Fit" S10 Fleming St. Key West, Fla When In Miami Visit Our Stere At 30 NE. Ist. St t assures shoe Men's Work and Dress Shoes || SHOE REPAIR 706 Duval Street SHORTY’S BAR Under New Management 632 Whitehead Street | 416 Petronia Street | Air Conditioned | Cleaners 701 Thomas Street Blanche Jones, Prop. 24 HOUR SERVICE Blue Heaven Billiards — Bar 729 Thomas Street Package Store 39 PETRONIA STREET Phone 2-9400 the cisterns and seawalls on child, a daughter, Miss | | Who music as a friend has won| Has a heavenly work begun For music was not born on earth, To heaven itself - she thanks her birth. Van Dyke’s Barber Shop Specializing in LADIES’ WORK 1015 Thomas Street FOR SALE Unclaimed men’s suits, shoes, radios, cameras, watches, rings — cheap. BILL’S PAWN SHOP 716 Duval MANI'S BAR MANI PEREZ — Prop. 316 Petronia Street Phone 2-9272 DELUXE CLEANERS 719 WHITEHEAD STREET UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Special 1-Day Service Cleaning and Pressing Dresses from $1.00, $1.25, $1.50 Suits (Special) $1.50 OVERCOATS $1.50 REG. SERVICE SUITS, COATS, DRESSES $1.00 PLAITED SKIRTS 75c te $1.00 HENRY WINDSOR, Mgr. n the /etta to be presented later in the ;Srounds of this famous building. | Spring. Joe now lives with his only} The chorus under the direction : V Enver |of Mrs. Doris H. Miller, ig look- Hannibal and his violin. Music is ing forward to the now a great consolation to him. | which will take it to Spring tour other schools. .| Mr. and Mrs. W. A, Jackson * of Fort Pierce, Florida, are visit- ing Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Thomp- son of 524 Petronia Street. Mr. Jackson is an outstanding con- t tractor. Mrs. Clara Johnson of 1107 Thomas Street is suffering a jmild attack of the “flu.” | Mrs. Mary Carey, 735 Monroe | County Lane, is suffering a mild jattack of the “flu.” 728 Simonton Street PHONE 2-6222 RESTAURANT 801 THOMAS STREET Food at All Times We have to vacate and all mdse. being sold at cut prices.| ESTHER & BILL'S 716 Duval GROCERIES & MEATS | Phone 2.6342 JUST ARRIVED EASTER DRESSES, Sizes 7 to 2412 Beautiful Selecti on of LINGERIE Skirts - Blouses - Ballerina Dresses USE OUR LAY-AWAY PLAN KOTTON KING 60 DUVAL STREET — On Tuesday, March bil Mrs. H E et 5 & E i ii i H it E i 4 205 JULIA STREET Will Always Satisfy Juan Sorriano MEAT end GROCERIES PHONE 24122 Tropical Hat Cleaners 714 Thomas Street Key West. Fla. Hats Made ond Seid PANAMAS and FELTS EASTER IS APRIL Sth RED GOOSE SHOES for CHILDREN SXCLUSIVELY AT A #04 DUVAL STREET ppelrouth's Shoe Center Air-Conditioned For Your Comfort : s #4 He Hs F | i : F 2d i Be z iff TE if that these children were insubor- |dinate or that Mrs. Trotter failed to cooperate. wholeheartedly with all projects. Jesse finished high school in 19- | 48 and volunteered for the Army, | After the expiration of his first enlistment, he reinlisted. He is jnow a sergeant stationed in Ja- | pan. Verdell finished high school in | /‘S1 and then enrolled in St. Au- gustine College, Raleigh, Ni Carolina, where she has been for the past two years pursuing a course in “pre-nursing educ tion.” Miss Trotter has been an honor student ever since her first semester at the college. Willie, also finished high school in the class of ‘51, and volun- teered immediately after finish- ing for service in the Army. He is now a corporal in Korea. Mrs. Trotter is now alone ex- Banneker Engineerins bu'tdin- jhonor of the outstanding 19 ¢ tury astronomer and mathemat - cian, Unit A is now Lala ¥ Cropper hall, having been re- /named for Miss Cropper who ser- ved as a teacher and dean of wo- imen at A and M for a number of years. Unit B was renamed Phyllis Wheatly hall in honor of the 18th century poetess. Miss Cropper, a native of Tus- kegee, Alabama, received her training at Tuskegee Institute. She came to Florida in 1901 as in various areas, she was ap- pointed dean of women. She ser- ved in this eapacity until 1919, jwhen she returned to the class | room. | Miss Cropper always exhibited ja keen interest in the a jof the young women and labors for the comfort, and advancement of all attempted to serve. She resign- ed from the institution in 1924 to Miss Juanita Mingo is back in school again after having out with a severe attack of the “fu.” ! Inn