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The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Christianity
Group Meets
At Cleveland

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Sept 90
An aggregate OF nearly 4,500 Of
ficers. delegates, and visitors at
tended the two week sessb Of
the eighth annual conventio9 OF the
International United Regulation
Peoples spiritualist Temple Npf Apf
piled Christianity which cofSeaed
here September 3-l7.
Thirty-two states were repre-
scented. The largest delegation was
from Chicago led by Bishop j. Will
liams. The next largest which came
from Pennsylvania headed by state
mother, Nine. NJ E. L. Davis OF
Philadelphia and Bishop ]. B. Cal
lington Of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Bishop E. T Keller-Morris OF
New Orleans who was crowned with
Bishop Harriet -DeMess of Louis
Vile. KY, at the closing session, had
the largest financial representation
Bishop DeMoss presented the young
est assistant pastor. in The Iurisdlc-
ton of the convention in her group
Of six delegates who came by motor
Mayor Harold H. Burton sent as
,istant law director Edward f.
Blythan as his personal representa-
tive TO deliver the conservation ad-
-eress sHd-pEeSent- the certificates 10
the newly elected bishops Sunday
night. Mrs. Blythan accompanied
him.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Harlemites Rush
For WPA Classes

NEW YORK. Sept 2s-The fall
session Of the WPA Education pro-
gram OF the New York city board
Of education for the North district,
which includes the Harlem area
got underway last week with a
rush, with some Of the centers
swamped with applicants for reg
istration. This was due to the TACT
that many OF the centers have been
closed this year because of lack
Of proper operating funds and stu
dents have been forced to double
up at the ones remaining open.
ST. Marks center. WHICH was one
Of the largest in Harlem, has been
closed temporarily. and the major
ity Of their students transferred to
Union Baptist church. $40 West
lash street. Rev. Simms Jr. Is in
charge Of the center there.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Plan PARADE.
FOR NEGRO DAY.
AT TEXAS FAIR
Affair To Be Directed By
Dallas Chamber Of
Commerce

DALLAS, Texas, Sept 20
A ."Parade of Progress" will
herald the opening of the
gates of the State Fair of
Texas on October 16, for the
annual Negro Day at the great
southwestern event, which runs
from October to %.
This parade. under the direction
OF the Dallas Negro Chamber OF
Commerce, will be led by Race
policemen from various Texas cities
and from other states.
The day will be a holiday for
Race school children in all of Texas,
by ruling OF State Superintendent
L. A. Woods. These will be ad-
mitted free to the fair grounds. The
state department also has arranged
a number of contests for the stu
dents, which will be held in the
Educational building.
The annual clash between Prairie
View ard Wiley colleges is the out
standing athletic event OF the day.
1t will be played in the 10000
capacity Cotton bowl in the after
noon. At night there will be a game
between Booker T. Washington and
Lincoln high schools.
Other features OF the day will be
q baby parade and the coronation
of a Negro Queen of Queens. Cash
prizes will be awarded.
, Many notables are being invited
as special guests for the day. among
them DR.. George Washington Carver
noted chemist OF Tuskegee institute
Special railroad and bus trans
portation rates have been arranged
for the day, and special trains are
assured
All attractions OF the fair grounds
and all its facilities will be open
to the Race on Negro Day. as has
been the custom in the past. Dallas
leaders forecast the largest attend
snce in history.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
FLINT BRIEFS
TwO-Two MANY BIRTHDAYS

FLINT, Mich. - With birthdays
coming twice in the same year lead
a mother OF two young boys to COM
plain to the police that an investi-
CATION be made into the birthdays
Of l5-year-old Katherine Neal OF GIL
Pasadena avenue. Upon investiga-
ton police found Katherine to have
only one birthday which comes in
June OF each year.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30

the new quarters.
This additional amount IS ex-
pected to be raised through asking
all subscribers and members TO do
nate an additional amount along
with the regular fee. The organiza-
ton has been promoting campaign
for wholesome community life in
this city for the past 20 years.
Funds raised for equipment will
be expended 10 outfit the gym
nasium. purchase chairs for the au-
ditorium,. illuminate the stage, pur-
chase a movie projection machine
and to set up a fully-equipped work
shop and recreation rooms.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
A DOG BITES TWO

According to police, a dog bit two
yougg children early this week and
was ordered tied. While in the
souihend on East Twelfth street
Howard Hastings asked police to
bring back a valuable dog stolen
from his premises late Friday Ac-
cording TO witnesses the dog was
picked up by a man In a car whose
license number has been revealed
10 the police.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Mrs.Spingarn
On Board OF
N. A.A. 6. p.

NEW YORK, Sept. 29-Mrs. Amy
Spingsrn. widow of the late Joel E.
Spingarn. former president OF the
National Association for the Ad-
vancement OF Colored People. will
fill out her husbands unexpired
term on the national board Of d.
rectors Of the National Association
for the Advancement of Goiored
People. it was announced here FRI
day.
Mr.. Spingarn died at his home
here July 26. His term on the board
did not expire until December 81,
1871. Mrs. Spingsrn. long an ar
dent worker for the association to-
gether with her husband, is life
member Of the organization, and
has contributed financial support 10
its work for a number Of years.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
MONEY LOST IN sCUFFLE

Edward Waterford knows better
than to scuffle with money either
in his pockets loosely, or in his
mouth when he laughs. Waterford,
who lives at $40 Jamieson reported
first his money was stolen but later
remembered that he Mas in near
fight scuffle with person and prob
ably lost several dollars in the
shuttle.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Court Seeks Hubby OF
Deserted Harlem Woman

NEW YORK, Sept 29-Iniorma-
ton is wanted OF Wilson Williams
who has been living apart from his
wife. Eliza. and four children since
1880 and during that time has made
DO effort TO contribute to their sup
port. as a result OF which his fam
lily, living in New York City. is in
great need, He last called on his
family in August 1888, and since
then has not been heard from. Will
son Williams was born in Virginia
in 1855, ls-5 Tea 6 inches tall.
weighs las pounds. has chestnut
hair, dark brown eyes, was a super
intendent Of buildings.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30

II DTD1VriD0T 40
s - -
'''''
M T Mackey
Who is always
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
BLACKWELL A. NJ. Z.

Rev. /. p. Powell, presiding elder
Of Detroit district of A.M,E. Zion
church, is scheduled TO deliver Spe-
clal sermons 10 the Blackwell A.
Me. Zion congregation and friends
sa-tae- cAurch-nex Sunday OcLL,
at both morning and evening serv-
ices. Reverend Powell has the ex-
perience OF many years OF religious
work IN his denomination and is
one OF the most outstanding reli-
glous workers in the field.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30

LOS ANGELES. Calf, Sept, 29-
Roscoe W. Broyles. grand master of
California Jurisdictions. and Mrs
Ida NJ. Robertson. grand matron of
the Golden State chapter Of Eastern
Star, were received and entertained
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Launch Drive To Outfit
Toledo Community Center

TOLEDO, Sept. 29-ln pushing
the Frederick Douglass Community
Associations membership drive this
year, directors took an extra hitch
in their belts and prepared 10 raise
an extra S7,260 for equipment Of
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Depression Means
NOthingTO Mackey

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 20 -
Ernest D. Mackey has created an en-
viable sales record. In 10 years that
include the worst depression years
he has sold total OF $4,000 worth
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
COURT CALENDAR
ROBBERY TRIAL SET FOR
4AFIFtHR

James Jones, %. 1920 Vermont and
Rufus Williams, 20. 1912 North, are
scheduled to go before circuit court
judge, Thursday, Sept %, for rob-
berry unarmed. Jones is also charged
with assault and battery. Both men
have bonds set at 5000 each.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
REGAINS SIGHT

Miss Viola johnson OF Michigan
avenue, who was rushed to Hurley
hospital, Sunday as a result of be-
coming suddenly blind at a party
on Michigan avenue, -waS-releaSed
Monday eveaing when her eyesight
was restored.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
VISITS AUNT

Miss Ester Battle who resides with
her uncle. Clarence Stalks, propri-
etor of the Kentucky Barbecue of
East Kennelworth street, left the
city early this week TO visit her
aunt, Mrs Pertina House Of Erie,
Pa. She is also the neice Of Ira
Battle who resides with his brother
in-law Clarence Starks, since the
death Of his sister, the late Mrs
Viola Battle Starks.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30

President Jesse Governor. the or
ganizer and founder OF the organi-
zation, rendered a very eloquent
address. His subject was: Efficient
Economics the Basic Need of Every
Phase Of Life" He showed that
progress has been made in all fields
OF science and other endeavors and
when the economic side OF life
is permitted 10 lag, the people be-
come a burden to society, ana as
long as one Is in this rut ne Is de-
graded mentally, morally and spir-
Itually That this condition further
keeps people in want for things that
they are entitled to. He showed
that the Pioneers program is the
=5IIty S5tTTtt.dH=to- tins pr6HteuI--
The meeting concluded with Mrs.
Julia Governor giving very vivid
ana illustrlous discourse upon the
formation OF the organization and
some OF its struggles. She also ex-
planned the how plan worked and
the great potentialites OF such a
plan.
Miss Bertha Shanks read a glow
ing paper on service. 1t was the
consensus of opinion of those pres
ent that the race had reached a
milestone IN its efforts 10 attain
economic security here.
yiee-president F. L. Gillespie,
presided. He announced that the
campaign which is TO be inaugu-
rated for the securing of new mem
bers will begin in the very near
future. Pioneer meetings are the
second and fourth Sundays at
$3.50 pm.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Missouri Schools Get
Three Jeanes Teachers

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo,
Sept. 20 - Lloyd w. King,
state superintendent of public
schools announced this week
that new service will be
available to small schools for Race
children throughout the state be-
ginning this year,
The state department OF education
with some financial assistance from
the Southern Education Foundation
has employed for year three ele-
mentary and small school super
visors known as Jeanes teachers.
These workers will offer supervi-
sorry services to rural schools and
small elementary schools throughout
the state.
The plan was initiated by State
Superintendent of Schools Lloyd W.
King, at a conference in his office
Friday, which was attended by Dr.
Arthur D. Wright of Washington,
D. c., president Of the Southern
Education Foundation; Dr. Wade C.
Fowler, assistant state ,superinten-
dent of schools; George B. John,
director Of fisance and Roland L.
Virgins, state supervisor of Race
schools.
Hold Conference
The plan was consummated and
tentatively outlined at another con-
ference held at the Ststler hotel
presided over by DR.. Wright who
was assisted by Miss Shellie North
cult, national supervisor Of Jeanes
work.
This later conference was attend
ed by Miss Myrtle Pettigrew, Mrs.
Corrine H, Johnson, Mrs. R. A,
Crawford and Roland L. Virgins,
state supervisor of Negro schools.
The first named three individuals
will serve as the three Jeanes super
visors for the state,
Schools will be invited to avail
themselves Of this service by the
state department Of education
through their county and district
S,,pariptendepts
The Proposal
The present plan proposes tina;
Jeanes workers, public school teach
-ers--school- patrocS-and- papilS-1ll!
&C furnished with vehicle for the
interchanging Of ideas, etc;
ID That the Jeanes workers will
visit schools by counties then hold
teachers meetinsg. composed Of sew
eral counties when number OF
teachers is small;
~ That the Jeanes teachers will
be allowed to contribute to each
county in proportion to and as theiI
talents vary;
(3) That these three individuals
will be employed ard SUPERVISED
directly by the state department oil
education; and
(4) That the Jeanes te, cheers will
not curtail their program and theil
close contacts with the soulreastern
part OF the state with its heavy
Race population.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30

by one OF the largest numbers Of
Masous and Eastern Stars ever to
assemble at the Fiftieth street
Mas mic temple.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
MURDER CASE SCHEDULED
FOR SATURDAY

Amy Adair--Xhe murdered Rob-
ert Clincy is 70 appear before cir
cult court judge, Saturday, Sept 80
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30

extensive along the social, art and
charity lines.
Mrs. Gerthia Green was hostess to
gay and congenial house party
last Saturday evening at the home
Of her parents, Mr. and Mrs Chill
dress Of East Wellington avenue.
The party was honoring ner
brother and sister-in-law, Mr.. and
Mrs. Nathaniel chiidress OF St.
Louis, who have been visiting their
parents at the above address since
September l6.
The guests who enjoyed cards,
dancing, parlor games and refresh
ments were Mr. and Mrs. Felix
Blueford. Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Beck,
Mrs. Sally McCarty, Mack Ivey,
Mrs. Mayols Wainwright, James
Barfield. Miss Dorothy Wickware,
Herman Franklin. Jerry Gazette,
Nathsn Walker, Davenport Gazette.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Stewart. Luke
Gill Of Grand Rapids; Misses Ruth
and Hazel Cooper Of Lansing; John
Spears. Mr.. and Mrs. Grover Chill
dress, Johnnie Lowery, Mr.. and
Mrs. Theodore Roper OF lansing;
A. NJ. McClarin. Mr. and Mrs E
L. Childress, Charles Youngman.
Mrs. Augustus Smith Of beiih
street was hostess to the Lille
White Sewing Circle last Thursday
morning with a breakfast at Rich
field park. The breakfast was pre-
pared at the park, and afterwards
the members enjoyed hiking and
( games
Miss Johnelle Green and william
Kersey will answer Il do" Sunday
afternoon at 3 pm. Miss Green is
the charming daughter OF Mr.. and
Mrs. George harden Of East Well
ington avenue. We wish the pair
much happiness.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
TOLEDO, OHIO
Pioneer Club Closes
First Years Actiuity

FLINT, Mich.-Plans for saving
and discussing problems at times
proves to be an outstanding sue
cess.
The Pioneer Development Asso-
citation, an organization working
for an economic, social and civic
solution for the many problems
that confront the Negro people of
Flint closed its hrst year OF oper-
alton Sunday, September II.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30

MISS SUSIE K. SMITH
Who was crowned queen of the
Hazard District Singing eonven-
ton at the last session of the
convention in ,Wheelwright, Ky.
Miss Smith is a member of the
Light of the Valley Choir of
Glomawr, and received the schol-
arship award offered by the WeHf--
ems Missionary Convention of the
Hazard District. Miss Smith en-
tered Kentucky State college at
Frankfort in September.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30
Last Minute
Notes

FLINT, Mich,-Sinee we've said
good bye 10 summer, we now find
ourselves welcoming ran most
endar Clubs are busy planning
their winter programs which al
wavs include delightful parties and
dances at the Golden Leaf. Sports
mans Center Monte Carlo and
NM d" g W.
The Just Us Bridge club is first
among clubs to presentfor our fail
entertainment cocktail hour next
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1939-09-30

Mamie Burroughs Art club r.
sumed its fall activities last week
at the Center The ladies declare
that they will spend busy season
for their program will be even more
extensive along the social, art and
charity lines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1939-07-30
Miss Jeschke
Is Feted on
Wedding Eve
Many Parties
Precede Marriage
This Wednesday

Parties for popular Miss Margaret
Jeschke and her finance, 1t. John
Sherman Oldfield, U. S. M. c., are
going on apace as Wednesday, the
day of the wedding, draws near.
Almost every waking moment of the
two attractive young people has been
filled with gay parties, and from to-
day right through Wednesday there
will be even more entertaining in
store for them. .-
The Comandant of Quantico and
Mrs. James c. Breckenridge will en-
terrain with a buffet supper this
evening at the post for Miss Jeschke
and 1t. Oldfield, while tomorrow
afternoon Miss Margaret Lavender
of New York, who has come down
to be maid Of honor at the wedding,
will entrtain for Miss Jeschke and
the bridesmaids at luncheon at
the Little Tea House.
Mrs. John Ryan Devereux, grand
mother of the bride-elect, will en-
terrain Tuesday night after the re-
hearsal with a supper party at her
home. Guests will be members of
the bridal party and the out-of- town
guests who are arriving for the we'd
ding.
1t. Col. Lloyd L. Leech, U. S.
M. c., and Mrs. Leech entertained
at dinner last evening at the Army
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Plans Shape
This Season
Midshipmen and
Cadet Ball Set
For December
BY MONA DUGAS.

Even though fall and the gay debu-
tante season seems far away now
there are faint rumblings which in
dictate that the debs of next season
are already pushing their way into
the limelight. With the announce
ment today that the 18th annual
Midshipman and Cadet Ball will be
held Tuesday evening, December 26,
comes the realization that plans
for the introduction of next seasons
buds are we'll under way. The ball
will be held at the Mayfower Hotel
and will be under the direction of
Mrs. Helen Ray Hagner, who each
year plans this affair for the debut
tantes and the young members OF
the service set.
Another name is added today to
the list of debutantes for next sea-
son for Capt. and Mrs. William
Dwight Chandler will introduce their
daughter Dorothy at ball on
Thursday, December %, at their
home at 2901 Grant road. Capt.
Chandler, who has been stationed
on the West Coast, has been ordered
to Fort Humphreys, and will report
for duty in December.
With this new crop Of debutantes
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Welcomes Balance Adieus
In Ever>C Changing Social
Picture in Washington
Mrs. McNutt and Mrs. Sayre
Holding Capital Interest;
Van Mugs Entertain Today
BY MARGARET HART,
Society Editor,

rustic of pages history the important
the
Sayre Assistant Secretary of State
Commissioner the Philippines
Mrs Paul McNutt husband has just retired
of the islands Government
farewes will be the order of events time least
warm welcome to Washington
Balanced
changing Capital of
Nation the interesting While the shifting
often popular
the other the arrival pleasantly
augments ranks of society.
prospect within winter
the moving
the recently Security Agency
lovely looking the natural
making friends husband.
AS the chaean the Mansion
official duties with delightful
which made affairs official
not from the Philippines
her countless friends and there sincerity expressed
her departure.
andD augh
Enthusiastic
Mrs McNu likes the Philippines praise
of
McNutt.
conhdd to this writer but added quickly
short stay here, she thought Washington exciting
Although of true debuante Miss McNutt will
in
parents this
Indiana and her visits
her studies Music will
will be permitted the wh the debuane Capital
the holiday
Endowed with the charm and good looks parents
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wasted full skirt. White gladioh,
caught with salmon color ribbon,
were worn in her hair, and also were
used in her arm bouquet.
The other attendants were Mrs.
Joseph Chinn, Sd; Miss Peggy SLIDER,
and two sisters of the bridegroom.
Miss Louise Latimer and Miss Mary
Lane Latimer. They wore similar
dresses in white, trimmed in powder
blue and wore white gladioli in
their hair. Their bouquets, too, were
of white gladioi
Mr.. S. BraShear Avis, jr, the
bridegroom's brother-in-law of
Charleston, w., Va, was best man,
and the ushers were the BRIDE
groom's cousin. Mr.. Edward Snow
den of New York City; Mr.. Robert
Maher, Mr.. James S. Beattis and
Mr.. Joseph Chinn, Sd, all of WASH
ington.
Reception Held
Following Wedding.
Following the wedding a small
reception was held at the home of
the brides parents for only the
members of the immediate families.
The house was decorated with palms
and cut flowers.
The brides mother wore q peri
Wrinkle blue chiffon and lace dress
with small net hat covered with
dusty pink and periwinMe blue
flowers. Her corsage was of pale
pink rosebuds. The mother of the
bridegroom was in blue georgette
with a small lowered toque and
short veil. She, too, wore pale pink
rosebuds in her corsage.
Among the out-of- town guests
were Mr.. and Mrs. S. Brashear Avis,
ST., and Mr.. and Mrs Avis, jr., of
Charleston, w. Va; Mr.. and Mrs.
Frank Squire and Mr.. and Mrs.
w. A. Wilkinson of Newark, Del;
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Winner and
DR.. and Mrs. George Klump of
Williamsport, Pa; Maj. and Mrs.
r. r. Deese Of Quantico, Va; Mrs.
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to the eyes as the music is to the
ears of those assembled on the bank
or drifting lazily upon the water.
Among the diplomatic contingent
who will attend tonight's concert
as DR.. Rowe's guests are the Bra
lillian Ambassador and Nine. Carlos
Martins, who are particularly in
terested, as the famous conductor
is native of their homeland; the
First Secretary of the Brazilian
Embassy, Senior Mario Guima-
raes; the Second Secretary of the
embassy and Senhora Fragosa, the
Second Secretary of the embassy
and Senhora Gonthier, the Mill
tary and Air Attache and Senhora
Machado, the Naval Attache and
Senhora Arauio, the Second Sec
Rotary of the embassy, Senior Fer
nando Saboia de Medeiros; Senior
M. Pho Correa, jr., attache of the
embassy, and Senior and Senhora
de Araujo.
Other Notables
In the Party.
Others in the party will be the
Minister of Honduras and Sonora
de Caceres, the Charge d. Affaires
of Paraguay and Sonora de ms
fran. the Charge d. Affaires of Ell
Salvador and Sonora de Alfaro, the
Counselor of the Argentine En-
bassy and Sonora de Bunge, the
Counselor of the Mexican Embassy
and Sonora de Fuentes, the Coun-
selor of the Peruvian Embassy and
Sonora de Garland and the Coun-
selor of the Bolivian legation, DR.
Raul Diez de Medina.
From the Dominican legation will
be the First Secretary of the lega-
ton, DR.. Julio Vega Battle, and the
Second Secretary of the legation
DR.. Sebastian Valverde, while the
Air Attache of the Chilean En-
bassy and Sonora de Sarasua, with
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