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The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1939-09-16
Highland Parkers Organized For Establishing Larger
And Better Community Business Enterprises

Last Wednesday night, a group
OF business aud professional men
and women OF Highland Park met
and decided TO unite themselves to-
gether for the purpose OF promot-
ing Negro business In Highland
Park. The meeting was called to
order by DR.. r. s. Nc hee. who
was later elected temporary chair
man. In his statement OF purpose
OF the proposed organization. DR..
McGhee emphasized with unmis-
taxable clarity three posts rea-
sons for such an organization.
"First, such an organization. he
declared. will encourage racial
self-help from within and without.
II will gradually win over the bet
ter thinking people OF both races
and at the same time create a
deep seated pride In the heart Of
the Negro and win the patronage
and demand the respect OF the 9TH
er fellows. who believe In progress
and works for racial self-belp. In
this manner. the organization be-
comes the life blood OF the COM
munity."
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1939-09-16
LEADERS


!. Rlshop president says.
=, ,.sse o. Thomas, national Urban
,s official now In New York.
s 49, there is a possibility that
\. ~" var ii II continues, may en-
w wv al tue civilized nations, and
al y" the race will benefit through
.a sl uecessitaied by increased farm
'"S factory production whether
.ss + s. is involved In fighting or
remains neutral.
Although II would be better for
ma race and the nation II Negroes
we're included in the army on
anal footing. Mr.. Thomas believes
,sst II this rule is not followed. he
should have training In separate
mIIiiary units for his own protec-
lion II he IS TO cope with highly
trained soldiers OF other nations.
Ne is also opposed to limitation to
service regiments, and considers II
dsbatable how far the permanent
social status OF the race whould be
changed by war.
we should keep In mind that
even though the economic position
Of oppressed people may be alter
ID BY war that unless war is
uaged against their oppressors,
very little permanent change may
occur in their social status Mr..
Thomas declares. adding, however.
the Negro Is nevertheless an Ameri-
can citizen and during war should
meet his rountry's call with "patri-
otism and enthusiasm"
Dr., Waldo Howard OF Houston.
president OF the National Denta
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1939-09-16

He continued: This kind of an
organization, demands the creation.
the maintenance. and the operation
OF bigger and better Negro busi-
nesses. II will rectify the minor
evil and at the same time bring
new and more progressive plans
TO Negro business than It has here
tofore enjoyed Finally. this kind
OF an organization demands the
Negro TO do for himself the things
which he has been begging the
other fellow TO do for him. We.
therefore, will project our person
al interest as we'll as that OF the
community. II will help the Ne
gro business TO get rid of the ra-
cial parasites. who drift from one
business 10 another leaving only
an III will and unpaid bill. The
organization aims at acquainting
the Negro business with itself and
urging that II become boosters OF
Negro business"
Negatively. the chairman empha-
sized this point: THE organization
is not a political ono. II is to
have nothing 10 do with politics
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1939-09-16

association, asserts. Providing our
neutrality act will be broadened 10
permit cash and carry policy. |
cant see any direct or indirect
benefit for our group especially on
the economic side. However. our
position might be strengthened
politically" He Is against exclusive
service as work regiments and
favors Negro army division
While President w. L. Wright OF
Lincoln university. Pa. sees no
advantages for Negroes or anyone
else he believes the u. S. will
probably be drawn in II the war
continues over long period"
He is opposed TO formation OF a
Negro division. saying. "the near
er we can come TO the treatment of
the Negro as an American. the bet
Ter off we all shall be"
One leader who has refused 10
comment is Or. Emmett ]. Scott.
former assistant to the secretary
or war and now identified with the
National Republican committee.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1939-09-16
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pressed firm confidence in the abil-
ity Of his young charge to come
through and score a quick knock
out.
"Chappie Is ready and don't be
surprised II he wins in one or two
rounds" was Jacks comment.
Co-managers John w Roxbor-
ough and Julian A. Black are also
looking for a quick knockout by
the champion.
At the same time members Of
Pastors encourage were predicting
victory for their man.
"Pastor will surprise the world
and walk out OF the ring Wednes-
day night with the heavyweight
championship" said Johnston.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1939-09-16
Mrs. A. B. Vaughn
Is Tribune Reporter
In River Rouge, Mich.

Mrs. Annette b. Vaughn, sol
Polk street. In River Rouge. has
been authorized to gather news for
the Detroit Tribune in the com
munity. Mrs Vaughn requests
that citizens in River Rouge, de-
string TO have news published In
the Tribune. send or bring the
news to her home on Polk street.
not later than Sunday evening. each
week. Church news will also be ac-
cepted. Mrs. vaughns telephone is
Vinewood e-0l95.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1939-09-16
DR.. Kenney Accepts
Position As Head Of
Iuskegee Hospital

NEWARK, Nj. - DR.. John A.
henney. medical director OF the
local Community hospital. has ac-
cepted a similar post at the John
a. Andrews hospital. Tuskegee. TO
succeed DR.. Cyril A. walwyn.
DIR. Kenney. who was at the Tus-
kegee institution previously for
y years. will assume his new du-
Ties on Nov. l. He founded the ma
'ionally-known Tuskegee clinic.
Evening star., 1939-07-19

posed any alteration in present re-
strictions, contending that the pro-
posed modification would serve as
an entering wedge" for further
breaking down of restrictions in
tended for residential protection.
He said bowling alleys would con-
stitute nuisance.
Others Speak in Opposition.
Opposition also came from a
spokesman for the Citizens Forum
Of Columbia Heights and from Jo-
seph Sanders of the Zoning Com
mittee of the Forest Hills Assocla-
tion.
The commission also heard argu-
ments on proposal to change from
residential "a" area to residential
"A' restricted classification proper
ty bounded by Second street, Mich
OILS avenue, South Capitol and Ches-
apeake streets SW. The change,
which would prevent erection of
two-family fats, was opposed by a
dozen persons.
Hearing of a petition for extern
sion of "A" restricted zoning to the
south side Cortland place NV. be-
tween Klingle road and Twenty
eighth street and nearby properties
was postponed.
Evening star., 1939-07-19
zoning Commission
To Act on Bow|inq
Alley Issue Soon
Several Speak Opposing
Permitting PIoy in
First Commercial Areas

Members of the Zoning Commits
sion will meet in executive session
within a few days to decide argu-
ments heard yesterday afternoon at
a public hearing on a new pro-
posal for modification of rules for
permitting bowling alleys in first
commercial districts. The subject,
in different wording, has been con-
sldered at two previous hearings.
A number of spokesman for civic
groups vigorously protested against
the plan, insisting there should be
no lessening of restrictions against
bowling alleys within 200 feet of
residential districts.
Charles H. Tompkins, builder, ap-
peared for the change, explaining
that under present rules he cannot
even ask official consideration of
plans for placing bowling alleys in
the basement of a building being
erected on I street near the Six
teenth street residential zone. He
explained the basement was to be
sound proofed and would have no
windows and argued no nuisance
would be created.
Mrs. Wright Opposes Change.
Mrs. Leslie Wright, president of
the Forest Hills Citizens Associa-
ton, however, declared she didn't
trust the Judgment of the Board of
Zoning Adjustment as to bowling
alleys and did not want to see it
given any more power. She argued
that the citizens know better what
is for the good of the community"
than board sitting down here in
lofty seclusion"
The plan would permit bowling al
leys within 200 feet of a residential
district provided the applicant OBJ
tanned the approval of the Board
of Zoning Adjustment as we'll as
Of the Zoning Commission itself.
Culver Chamberlain, speaking for
the Northwest Citizens Council, op-
Evening star., 1939-07-19
Mars Battles Cupid
In Military Law

Bridegrooms are finding them
selves somewhat hampered by the
registration requirements under the
compulsory military service law in
Great Britain. One young man
went to register in North London
straight from his wedding. He ar
rived in large sedan decked with
white ribbons. A girl travelled to
Gretna Green to establish residence
for marriage and had to wait three
weeks for her fiance, who remained
behind to register on the required
date. At many of the Offices women
from the Peace Pledge Union hand
ed out leaflets calling on the young
men to think again and record
themselves as conscientious OBJ
jectors.
Evening star., 1939-07-19

Of cattle rustling by the warriors
among beasts of the neighboring
Nasal tribe. On moonlight nights
the herds were surprised by painted
Lumbwa warriors waving spears
and shouting war cries. The new
unrest has disturbed officials, for
all Lumbwa witchdoctors had to be
deported some time ago because of
their part in cattle and other thefts.
Evening star., 1939-07-19
Police Sent to Scene
Of Tribal Murders

Several murders committed on
moonlight nights by warriors of the
LumbWa tribe near Nairobi, has
forced the Kenya government to
send band of policemen to the vi
cinity. The officers will remain
there three years if necessary. The
murders occurred during a revival
Evening star., 1939-07-19
Profit in Honor

BENTON CITY, Wash. R.-The
Benton Rural Electric Association
recently eliminated meter readers
and asked all customers to read
their own meters, report by post
card and make payments by money
order.
Manager J. B. Whitehead says
collections improved so per cent
under the honor system.
Evening star., 1939-07-19
Marriage License
Applications

InomaS !: Miller, so, 1Id5 ath St NV,
ne Rev. John E, Briggs. ~" ST. Me-
NV. and Helen L. Sims, %, sol 10th
Robert L. Eller, jr.. "a, -4114 Ineomar st
9th St. NV; the Rev Walter F. Cum
NV, and Elizabeth L. Clarke -, 1915
HeInIsc Hemlock ST. NV; the Rev. Thomas A.
Ralph W. waybright, %. 9oo G p] NV
enc and Nellie Mel B. B. Push: 81 ;Arbovale, W.
Paisy 4fS sryes g IT,! alS 4,n Il ns' st. se and
the Rev; % Linn G Drake.
a6, both of Lexington, Va; the Rev j. H.
LeqnaTd naTs Ross; & q, Baltimore. Md, and
William D. Wilson, 10. 1913 :srd ST. s.w.
an and Alta Q. Norris; 10, ee44 Douglas
Richard F. Shorter. .jr.. 25, 6s7 New
IInston. q, 1851 c c st. mes NEE; Ii the "asn. Rev.
NV. and Muriel r. Edgerton. 80, 1901
SSe1erson st. NV; the Rev. John s..
George w. Allen, ir., 80, 1920 Quincy st.
NV, and Dorothy E Becker, IS. i325
GGaliatln st. NV; the Rev. S. Carroll
Jack W; Weinberg, %. 5000 srd st. NV
and Leona F. ,Gass %. 4sI Irving vi, st ST.
NV; the Rev. Henry Segal ''
Joseph H. Lancaster 25. 1928 10Th ST
NV. and Marie Zellers, %, o5I3 O ST
NV; the Rev. Henry c. Brooks.
Maurice Smallwood, p, oO5O Sth st NV
and and Elizabeth abe l.. Hawkins, 10. 40 M
Robert ser nda. r. West: 26. 6l3 9Th st. NV. and
FRANCES Bennett. %. New York CITY:
the Rev. j. H. Durham ''
Aipert E. Fair; 40, New York City. and
N Y; Judge Nathan Cayton.
Gordon G.. Henderson, %, 3S Columbia
Rramer, 2:i, Silver Spring. Nd; the
Aioert F; Sholar. 30. and Anne M. Poole
81 e. both Of the HARRINGTON Hotel Judge
Charles l.. stuckey. -. and Elaine G.
Olson; a, "a both Of 3o7 b st. NV; the
1sadore Kopitsky, 80. Brooklyn. N Y.
and Ruth London, -. 6Ol N. Henry st
-, Alexandria Va: the Rev. julius r Loeb
"llham D. Petit, 81, 2135 H st NV, and
Mary L. Murphy. 81. "2l2 l st. NV
", the Rev. James I. Bifeld.
s,',,,.aa s;w, and tuana NJ; Gulman, so 1884
Sultland rd. Sc; the Rev. Frank Y.
Evening star., 1939-07-19
Rockville.

Arthur Leonard Gustafson. %. Watertown.
8 OAK. and Eva Gladys Marsuerite
Smythe. 90. Takoma s>'rk Md
Milton Henry Underwood 30 and Mildred
Ellzaoeth Gingles. % both of Wash
Hudie BENJAMIN Fleming %. Washington.
and Elsie Lucille Johnson. 23 Brent
William T. Powers, o1 and Betty v. Eats
:, man. 8. both Of Washington.
henry Lawrence Hill. % and Annie Lee
Kelly. 8, both of WASHINGTON
John William Lambert 2I Frederick. Md.
ano Marie Wright. % Bethesda, Nd
'onn Lehan Brosius' ,jr.; 80: and Lavina
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-12-21
Your HEALTH

BY DIR. MORRIS FISHBEIN

Rated after heart disease
among the chief causes of death
in the United States are influ-
enza and pneumonia. They are
grouped together because they
frequently strike at the same
time, or because one often fol-
lows the other.
In 1887, influenza and pneu-
MONA accounted for 14S,014
deaths, or 1902 per cent of all
deaths in this country. They
caused 1875 per cent of all deaths
among persons between the ages
of 5 and 19 and were third
among the causes of death in
this age group. Nevertheless,
except for the great epidemic of
1918, the number of deaths from
influenza and pneumonia has
been gradually declining. Now
there is reason to believe that
with the discovery of anti-pneu-
monia serums and sulfapyridine
as effective agents, the rates will
fall still lower.
Influenza alone is seldom fatal.
In fact, for while, all deaths
from both diseases were chalked
up to pneumonia. Then came the
epidemic of 1918, and we learn
ed of the special nature of influ-
enza under some circumstances.
In that epidemic, many patients
died of pneumonia, but the chief
cause OF death was influenza
which induced pneumonia.
Since scientists are convinced
we are likely TO have further
epidemics of influenza from time
to time, We should give some
attention to methods of prevent
ing such conditions. In the first
place. remember these diseases
are of the infectious type. One
of the first preventative meas
ures is to stay away from per-
sons who are victims of these
diseases.
Remember, too, that the germs
are spread by coughing or
sneezing. The person who is
sick should not use the same
towels, napkins. drinking and
eating utensils that are used by
the rest Of the family. Certain
ly they should refrain from kiss
ing or fondling children.
We do not have any estab-
lished form of vaccination or
incubation against influenza and
pneumonia. Prevention, there
fore, means that we must keep
our bodies in the best physical
condition so they can resist these
diseases by the development Of
the kind Of natural resistance
the body has against all sorts Of
physical disturbances.
Neglect Of mild influenza or Of
a mild cold leads TO pneumonia.
The first thing 10 do when you
are sick is TO get into bed and
call a doctor.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-12-21
HOROSCOPE
THURSDAY, DEC. FL

Adverse aspects rule today. II
Is not favorable for labor and
especially unfortunate for wom-
en- workers. Wage increases
will be demanded and employers
may be successful in resisting
higher costs for trained men.
The stars today favor those who
are heads OF industry.
Heart and Home: The con-
figuration is encouraging for the
heads OF families. The stars
seem TO presage domestic hap
piness and good fortune for those
who sustain their economic re-
sponsibilities, but dictato rial
methods will be resented.
Business Affairs: Manufac-
turers will receive many orders
that demand speed. Mills will
work overtime as a severe win
ter adds to the need OF warm
clothing. Warning is given that
disappointment may attend ship
ments abroad. Oil attracts at
tention as production problems
interfere with exports. Fuel will
be sorely needed by the poor in
cities. for labor trouble win af-
feet the supplies of coal.
National Issues; Warning is
given that the public must re-
press emotionalism in regard to
war news Spy consciousness
should be overcome since the
welfare Of the nation depends
upon normal thinking and nor
NAL pursuit of business and
pleasure.
International Affairs: Hitler.
who is said To employ five as
trologers. comes under an un-
favorable sway. The delays IN
war offensives are due 10 adj
vice about lucky and unlucky
dates, it is reported. Disinter-
ested seers believe that the die
tator reached his zenith OF power
before Munich and foretel tenn
porary victories which win be
followed by defeat or the close
OF the spectacular career before
the end Of 1871.
Persons whose birthdate Ii is
have the sugury OF a year of
success and happiness. They
may gain by inheritance or
speculation, but should guard
against deception.
Children born on this day
probably will be keen OF mind
and strong Of body. They viii
be positive in their likes and dis
likes. Many are exceedingly
talented
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-12-21

No one understands better than industry itself the
tender relationships that exist between the
Nor has industry forgotten that the kind of
cords its employees will reflect the community and u
mately back on the industry
Apparently of their present limitations and
prompted by desire to set their house in order repre-
sentaves Of industry attending the Congress of American
Industry in New York. recently adopted 2Spoin program
designed to bring about better understanding between
manufacturers and the people whom industry is de-
pendent.
Dominant in the platform was an appreciation of the
sociological importance Of industry and emphasis of the
belief that free enterprise has definite responsibility
ward aborthat without recognition of this responsibility
things can not be expected to smoothly.
Here are few obectves to which industry has pledged
Increasing the value of products the consumer needs
and wants. reflected both in the price he and the
Use of research facilities available in the creation of new
products and to the end of increasing the quantity variety
and usefulness and improving the quality of goods put
the market.
Maximum income for employees based both on the great
est regularity Of employment and such equitable
rates consistent with conditions in the community will
promote increased production and employment
Employment, retention and promotion according to
ability with due regard to past service
Cooperation with the employee in making provision
ability.
organization, at ALL the employee himself
deem best in his interest of his free will and
votion without coercion duress intimidation from
source.
Back in the roustabout days of industrial pioneering
there little thought given to relationships
responsibility toward employees. built factory and
tackled up Men Wanted sign-and that that From
there his sole duty was to produce everything else took
Today the industry empoyeconsumer circle is not so
simple Systematzed intelligent progress is The
welfare of all groups is closely linked Government has at
tempted step in and soohe the wounds that opened
in 1929 Industry not satisfied and has proceeded
to formulate its own credo.
Anything that put men back to work, produce
higher standard OF living will be welcomed
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-12-21

It win be Christmas in Germany too. this year. The
shoday season. has started in Berlin But the air is acrd
with gunpowder the music is little off key coored lights
don't gmmer in the night the song not Peace Earth
Good VIII to Men"-it is Deutschland Uber Allies
You may 60 shopping in Berlin department stores, but
you probably can't buy that lavender scarf for Gerhardt 1t
would take too many coupons out of the thin book that
must last you year. You buy toys for little Oscar but
they viii have to be swastikarmmed tin soldiers mnia
ture tanks and You spread Christmas cheer
have the money coupons to spare and the inclination
to select from the meager of gftsa of which you
probably haven't.
is at time like this when the irony of the Christmas
lesson must ring the oudes We s have peace not the
earth, but little corner of it. 1t is growing
precious every day. We should guard it carefully may
become collectors ITEM
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-12-21
QUESTIONS TO TEST
YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Can you answer seven of these
test questions Turn to the
Woman's page for the answers.
l. Which country had the
largest navy at the beginning of
the World war?
?. OF what chemical elements
is gasoline composed?
3. With which sport is f. L.
(Curly) Lambeau associated
4. What is the title Of the
cashier or chief clerk on board
a passenger steamer?
S. Into what body of water
does the Gauges river empty?
6. What is monasticism
Z. Who was the youngest
president OF the U. S. when he
assumed office?
s. When is Low Sunday
3. Which state has the largest
water area?
10. What title is borne by
princes ranking between king
and duke
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1939-12-21
| II hT An Inside Picture of Finan.
- ~ l cial and Political America

WASHINGTON - They still
call him that man Wheeler"
around Washington, but in a
tone remarkably different from
what they used when he emerged
from Montana wilds as a rough,
tough radical with only "Old
Bob" LaFollette and the late
Tom Walsh as his senate SYM
pathizers. In fact, the senator's
commanding position in the
presidential race today is the
phenomenon of politics.
Most liberals, barring the poll
tically unimportant Cohen-Cor-
coran faction, like and respect
him. His speeches before the
NAM and a seven-state United
States Chamber of Commerce
conference at Sioux Falls won
him friends among those eco
nomic royalists," though he
gave them some strong talk. An
extremely conservative Demo-
cratic congressman Though
Roosevelt friend) recently term
ed him our best bet for 1940.'
A supreme court member said:
81 once thought him the most
detestable person in public life,
but now ! think he is great
American"
He has the friendship of Gar
ner and Farley. Even the presi-
dent is warming up to him.
Such recognition for a man
from the small and remote state
OF Montana-politically speaking
cannot be discounted. 1t may
be only the Christmas spirit--or
momentary political madness
but the Wheeler movement APP
pears to have substance. Rate
him high in your winter books
for win or place.
The famous Guffey coal act,
like its author. appears TO be
hanging on the ropes. The new
bituminous prices proposed by
the Ickes coal commission.
though they received almost no
publicity, insure at least IS
per cent increase for industrial
users and the ultimate consumer
of industrial products. Stripped
OF technical details. here is the
inside story;
The original schedule OF prices
was fought by the railroads az
too low. and invalidated by the
courts. The result is that. after
four years Of existence, the coal
authorities have nothing TO offer
in return for their fearful cost
10 the industry, which finances
them through coal tax. So Mr..
Ickes wants action. There he
or his representatives-have de-
vised a neat scheme TO avoid an
other court controversy. The
new prices viii be based on mine
costs plus railroad charges TO
the destination point. The first
schedules gave the consumer
the benefit OF cheaper water
haul rates. especially in the in
terror. and OF rail and tidewster
costs TO the northeastern sec
ton.
For instance. coal mined In
southern Illinois for $3.50 ton
can be shipped by water TO Min
neapolis for $3.50 a ton. making
the charge TO the consumer only
IS. The rail costs amount TO
about $500. meaning q con-
sumner cost Of x6.40 a ton. But
under the Ickes scheme the