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The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Presents Choir In
Grand Musicale

There's music in the airi"
heralds the Goodwill club who VIII
present the Senior choir OF Tab
ernacle Baptist church in its sec-
ond musicale Monday evening,
May % at eight o'clock in the
church auditorium. Contributing
largely towards the elaborateness
OF the entertainment will be the
special musical arrangements fea-
tured by the aggregation, assisted
by Mrs. Yolande Maddox. dramatic
soprano, as guest soloist.
Those In charge announce that
the social atmosphere will be ami
mated by the formally attired par
Elephants and sponsors. augmented
by an artiscally decorative back
ground. with the purpose OF bring
ing out the very close relation be-
tween beauty. music and flowers.
So. Basing our opinion ON the ia
pld disposal OF the patrons and
general admission tickets, we fam
cy music-lovers from far and near
will be tripping TO the westside 10
share In the enjoyment OF the evea-
ing's entertainment.
The musicale will he under the
direction CT Chas. w. Speights with
Mrs. A. f. Pittman. accompanist
assisted by Mrs. Ruth Lathure.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Poses
As Ministers Son
In Swiindle Game
Well Dressed Man
Says Reverend
Pittman Is Father

An unidentified young mar. pos
ing as the son OF minister. has
been soliciting financial help from
various Detroit ministers Accord
ing 10 the Rev. Robert Piitmar.
pastor OF Tabernacle Rapt. church,
the Young man called At the home
OF the minister and falsely stated
ih9f he was the son OF the Rev n.
n. Coleman, although the Rev. Mr..
Coleman has no son.
The impostor asked for money TO
repair his automobile tire. which
he claimed had Just been blown out
and he said he was ton far from
home to get The money needed
Several other local ministers. In
Guiding the Rcv. Mr., McGhee, hsvs
also been visited ny the schemer,
who claimed ne was the Rev Mr..
Pittmans son and asked the loan
OF money 10 service his car in an
emergency.
The man IS described as having
dark complexion. between FIVE and
six feet in height. weighs about $50
pounds and appears to he twenty
three years OF age He is well
dressed and drives coupe Buick
car. Ministers and the public are
advised to be on guard The police
have been notified 10 look out for
the impostor.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Rev. A. G. Wright Gets Degree From
Ideal Bible College At Exercises

others. The speakers included Or.
q H. Sweet who showed the re-
lationship that ought to exist be
tween preacher and physicians.
The class banquet was held on
Monday evening at the Union Bap-
tist church. River Rouge. when -
nastors and their wives were enter
tanned.
But the climax came on Tuesday
evening when the degree OF doctor
OF divinity. honoris causa. was con-
feired upon the Rev. A. g. Wright
and the Rev. Emmit n, Hilson.
II is we'll known that Mr.. Wright
has been for many years one OF
the most successful businessmen
Of our group in the city. The hne
building at the corner Of Hancock
and Beaubien. hourishing insur-
ance company and an undertaking
establishment are evidences OF his
success and a tribute TO his saga
CITY in business. In addition he
owns several apartment buildings.
and gives employment 10 dozens o.
men and women.
The Rev. f.. H. Hilson who has
recently come TO Detroit from Oma-
ha. Neb. Is product OF Philandcr
Smith college in Little Rock. AK
while Or. A. G. Wright studied al
Fisk and at Roger williams lniver-
eity at Nashville. Tenn.
Those who received the diploma
OF associate In theology for mer'-
torious work were Revs. A. l.. Mer-
rift. f. c. Copeland. L. c. Collins.
william Dozier. willis Dunn. w. J.
Pittman. Fletcher Thomas. II. T..
Thurman. II. w. Wright. William
Brooks. +. d. BroyIes. and G. G..
Foster.
Dir. f. F.. NJ. Hercules expresses
his thanks OF the college to the en-
PERTAINING churches. tho choir Of
the First Baptist church Of lnkster.
Mrs. Nance. the Mt. Zion choir and
mr.. o. c. Thomas for the part they
played on.the program.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18

A prominent figure In the AME
denomination in the person OF DR..
G. s. Long OF Tampa, Fla, was
guest speaker at Tabernacle Bap-
list church 61lS Beechwood street
at~the morning service, Sunday
May IL. Discoursing from the sub
ject Motherhood and Calvary"
drawn out from the text John
1912. the speaker put great EN-
phasis on the faithfulness OF mo-
ther. reminding his hearers OF this
outstanding quality being mani
tested back at the cross and sepul-
chre OF Christ Friends are preci-
Gus and rare, but mother stands
above ALL he said. The Rev. Mr..
Long advised the young people TO
heed to the teachings OF th9ir
mothers. and he admonished the
mothers Ia cleave TO the right way
as given in the scripture, Bring
up a child ir the way he should
20. and when he is old he will not
depart from H."
Songs OF mother were sung by
the Senior choir. A duet was rend-
cred by Mrs. Mable Gray and Mr.
Colbert.
Four members united TO the
church at the morning service, one
being a candidate. for baptism.
A unique Mothers Day program
was presented at the church in the
afternoon under auspices OF the
Educational committee OF the We
mems Baptist council. At the even
ing worship the Northwest Branch
OF the Booker T. Washington Trade
association was In charge. The
speaker was the Rev. II. l.. r..
Jones OF Marion. Ind, who re-
placed the scheduled speaker. Rod
erick p. Harris OF Athens, Ga. Mr..
Harris was delegated to serve on
an important conference committee
and therefore could not keep his
promised engagement.
The Rev. Mr.. Jones discussed the
subject Faith and Choice" text
Heb. 1l:23 in which he stressed
the important need OF more real
leadership in the race today. Brief
talks were made by the Rev. Mr..
Pittman. Messrs. Long and Strick-
land in interest OF the assocIa-
tons program.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Twas Federal Day


Sunday was our first visit to the
exposition, and we do not hesitate
to inform you that In our opinion
II has a fine setting. there being
world OF information on displsy
about the accomplishments OF the
race during the past seventy-five
years. We surveyed many OF the
various exhibits prior 10 the stu
pendous program which began AZ
3:15 pm. and we believe II would
require some rigid. technical judg-
irg TO name the most unique. at
tractive and interesting exhibits on
display.
Our attention was especially al
mred TO the exhibits OF Supreme
Linen and Laundry company, Great
Lakes Insurance company, Bee
Dew Beauty college. Peterson and
Son Electrical company. the Lew
Is business college. all OF De-
troit. and the clever display OF the
Tom Thumb Basketball game In
vented by J. l.. Butler Of Hunting
ton. W. Va. Mind you. that's not
all for as we were about 10 COM
plete our rounds. music by the
Federal band. announcing the ar
rival Of Postmaster General James
Farley. charmed our attention. and
we rushed to find a favorable seat
in the assembly hall TO hear the
program which followed.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
St. Stephens AME

The. Rev. II. p. Jones. pastor OF
Mother Bethel AME church. Phil
adelphIa, Pa, preached most en-
Tightening and inspirational SER
mon at ST. stephens AME church
on Mothers Day. His text was
found in the first chapter OF Luke,
the twenty eighth verse. The min
listers description OF the impress
sions. felt during his extensive
travels rounded out a most i'm
pressive sermon.
The pointing OF the Madonna and
Child was used as a symbol around
which he brought out the beauty
OF the very valuable cathedrals
found In Europe. In his descrip-
tions, one was made 10 feel the
need OF greater reverence for the
house OF God. The Rev. Mr.. Jones
pictured the depth OF woman's
love and the great need OF more
affection and expressions OF graft
tude to our mothers The Senior
choir sang. Mrs. Lucille Walker
was guest soloist.
. DR.. Jones Is one OF the most edu-
Gated and cultured ministers OF The
AME church. and is pastor OF the
mother church OF all Of the AME
churches. founded in Philadelphia
by the eminent Richard Allen one
hundred and fifty years ago.
while attending the Quadrennial
conference. DR.. Jones was the
guest OF Mr.. and Mrs. Charles s.
Walker. Jr.. at 1914 Ironwood ave-
nue..
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Mrs. Harvin Hostess

Mrs Lula Haryin was hostess
TO the members OF the Five w So
cial and Charity club in its regular
bi-monthly meeting Monday even
ing. May 10 in her home at 6037
Beechwood avenue. During tine
business discussion. plans we.e
made TO give party in the near
future at which time beautiful
quilt made by the club members
will be given away. The party will
be held Al the Wayne County Poll
teal c.aa on Warren avenue. near
Lovett street. All members were
present with the exception Of fouf.
Following the business. a de-
lghtful social hour was enjoyed.
The hostess served a tasty repast.
consisting OF shrimp salad. dainty
crackers and ice cream.
Mrs. W. NJ McCarther Is presi-
dent; Mrs. Harvin. secretary.
sssss
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
s.rtford PrayerBand

.,,,,se prayer meeting be.
1r ' sasy. Nav IL at the usual
2. S with Deacon Erwin at a. his his
F'S Suty, assisted by Deacone
7" Isneston. A large number
40 .asssnt. The members were
~ - welcome the Rev. +. j.
'',s :, silas. Ala. who IL =
a we'll as a spiritual
. ,ook part in the testimon-
s'n, v,sss during which time the
s,' r'' was stirred by the songs
'','' ,a,t,,resring talk made by the
W. y, yIyians. A favorable re-
v. ~ made by the Sick COM
pn '.' ~ showing that Mrs. Annie
by n"'s !. much improved. also MRS.
~ , : A message came from
:. pn,ler OF Atlanta, Ca, stat
W ~. st abe was very grateful 10
y s.,d for the prayers in inter-
', 4 Mn her husband, and that her
..m, was very peaceable.
4, and Mrs. Jackson reported
A. - ,hsv had delivered Bibles TO
n ~ PATENTS s Of Eloise hospital.
y; s'.,, prayers we're offered for
s '.'.,, friends and members IN
' ','s,., Mrs Gays niece, who Is
,,r II in the hospital.
" you are invited to meet us
~, sunday morning at Hartford
,,,l,r in our regular prayer SER
q, In the meantime, read the
tribune for the latest news.
r vjyians * reporter.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18

An Interesting review OF the Sun
hy School lesson was given by
hs pastor, The Rev. J. ID. Brown
Sunday May H. Supt John Wootcn
PRESIDED The morning prayer SER
wee was held at II o'clock by the
t,atons. Invocation was offered
y the Rev. Mr.. McGhee; scripture
hT the Rev. Mr. Smith OF Flint, and
NJ sermon was delivered by the
Rev Mr. Vivian.
N3p. m the women's auxIli-
Wy presented a Mothers Day
program The speaker was the Rev.
w Jones who spoke from the
ult Husbands love your wives as
Chri't also loved the church." sub
Nt Mother Appropriate NIL
tf'l selections we're rendered.
The Young Peoples Volunteer
y! met 81 6 p. m. with Mrs. r..
hns presiding At 1880 D. m. mem
~s Of the Mt Zion Primitive
s euIsh were guests. The Rev. Mr..
'nlln OF Flint, preached.
lhe Michigan Christian quintet
WI render program at Mt. Olive
na'eh' 6O25 Woodrow avenue May
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Gala Program

Succeeding the band ceremonies
honoring Mr.. Farley, selections
were rendered by the Federal Glee
club, which were received with
loud applause. Senator Charles
Digs, who presided rather politi-
cally. was introduced with poise
and dignity OF Mr.. Blount OF the
Great Lakes Insurance company.
Upon the platform sat number OF
civic. state and national officials
including Postmaster General Far
ley. guest speaker; Senator Prentis
Brown. Postmaster Roscoe Hues-
ton. Prosecuting Attorney Duncan
McCrea. Edgar G. Brown. Judge
ID. j. Healy. and so many, many
more. Among the distinguished
ladies were Mrs. Hueston and Mrs.
Diggs.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Mr.. Farley Speaks

Noticeably undisturbed by the
frequent clicks and flashes OF the
several cameramen. when be stood
TO speak. Postmaster General Jas.
Farley began his address by prais-
ing the exposition sponsors and the
Negro race for the marked pro-
gress made. He spoke OF the splen-
did efforts OF Carter G. Woodson
In bringing to America the vast
achievements OF the race. and re-
ferred with pride TO such notables
as Sojourner Truth. Phyllis Wheat
ley, Booker sT. Washington, tris-
pus Attacks. Frederick Douglass,
DR.. George Carver and others who
have contributed in such a large
wav to American history.
MIR. Farley said: Some may in
sist that the Negro hss not made
his progress alone, but rame any
racial group who has made its
progress through It's own efforts.
II can not he denied however, that
the Negro has proceeded more
than half way TO make his record.
Speaking Of the economic depres-
sion aud acute employment silua-
ton the Negro has always bad to
encounter, Mr.. Farley stated that
The American whites were largely
responsible for the retardation OF
the Negro's progress. There can
be no true democracy unless all
peoples are protected alike. The
Negro does fill a great part In
America. and his history II q his.
tory OF a people brave and heroic
be said. Concluding. MIR Farley
stated that one Of the surest ways
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
St. Paul AME

uo,hers bay was httingly OBJ
.rr,s A, the s.; Paul AME church
s.r,swes, Detroit last Sunday.
n, sunday school was largely at
,,dsd. The lesson was discussed
I'm interest, and was reviewed by
SUIT Dye
The pastor. tho Rev. II. II. Har-
M preached a stirring sermon.
,AIrh was we'll received. Among
H. visitors present were the Rev.
NJ williams and the Rev. Mr..
Johnson from south Carolina; Ed
a, Bate,. M Clemens. Mich,
Richard Green. Gadsden. Ala, Mrs.
ii Burnice. Ecorse. Mich. Miss
Clsnoa Rhonenee Flint. Mich,
Mrs. Bertha Thomas. Camden. :.
c. HALLS TAYLOR MIR. and Mrs. Ora
ham. Mr.. and Nlrs. Slyth OF Inkster
Mich. A. J. Ruff and wife of River
Rouge and others. Very acceptable
rusc was rendered by the Junior
horus, Mrs. Minnie Pearson. plan
h
EA vlyians Is church reporter.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
George w. Peterson
Hears Stamp Exhibit

George W. Peterson, b427 Roose-
welt. representative from the
Poetoffice department - D
charge OF the Government stamp
exhibit at the local Progress ex-
position. A branch postoffce has
been opened at the exposition. with
Henry westbroolS and Mrs Sylvia
Tucker AS stamp clerks. The new
Booker 4. Washington stamps are
ON sale and MIR. Peterson reports
these stamps viii be very valuable
In the near future. because Of the
comparative scarcity.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Visitors

Mrs. Susan Wade OF Clarendon.
Pa. * spending two weeks in the
city with her sister, Mrs. Nancy
Cohen OF 414l Herbert street. She
Is also the cousin Of Mrs. Geneva
McElveep and Miss Catherine Will
liams OF Scoville street.
Rev G. c. Walker, evangelist
minister OF Augusta Ga. who Is
conducting revival services at
Tabernacle Baptist church. il the
house guest OF Mr.. and Mrs. Chss.
s. walker, Jr., OF 1874 Ironwocd
avenue.
Miss Celress Llghtfoot OF Vanity
Fair Beauty salon. spent the week
end In Columbus. Ohio.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Funeral Rites Held
For Mrs. M. Collins

Funeral rites for the late MIS-.
Martha Collins we're held Monday,
May IL at y. m. from the st.
Aubin Funeral home. The Rev. Col
lins Townsend oficiated.
Mrs. Collins. who was born Aug.
6. 1881 In Jackson, Miss. passed
away last week after a brief ILL
ness. She was the aunt OF Mrs. A.
NJ. Odds.
Other survivors are four daugh-
ters. Mrs. Ruby Calhoun, Mrs. Bea-
lie Easterling. Mrs. Earnie Walker
and Miss Adele Collins: one son,
Eddie Collins; three grandchildren,
Mrs Rosetta Ferguson. Llnell Cal
houn, wardell Sexton; four sisters,
one brother. mother and other
relatives.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
United Usher Boards
To Hold Annual Meet

The Usher boards OF all the
westside churches will hold their
united program Sunday, May ~ a.
3:3O p. m. at the Tabernacle Bap-
fist church. Milford and Beechw0oi
avenues. This program. which is
held annually. is always looked
forward to with keen interest be-
cause OF the fellowship II affords
among the different ushers at THE
time. Then too. one OF the featul ID
attractions is the friendly compe-
titior in the financial report among
the different boards.
A cordial invitation Is extended
the many friends and visitors oil
the ushers 10 be present.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Senator Brown
Speaks

A brief. interesting talk WAS
made by Senator Brown in which
he highly complImented the spon-
sors OF the exposition for their Ell
forts. and praised the Negro for
It's progress during the past sew
enty-five years. MIR. Brown paid a
glowing tribute 10 Marian Ander-
son as one OF the worlds greatest
singers, and spoke OF the striking
picture she made In the great out
door concert held In Washington,
ID. G. at the Lincoln Memorial. He
also praised Mrs. Roosevelt for
the tactful steps she took In the
defense OF Miss Anderson.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
nv stan Keportcr)

The Detroit branch OF the Ideal
Bible college OF Chicago climaxed
its commencement exercises on
Tuesday evening with a convoca-
ton which was held at the Mt. Zicn
BAPTIST church on Clinton street
near Russell.
The proceedings began on sun
day. May -. at the A. G. Wright
building. Hancock and Beaubien
streets with participants from
Chapel Hill Baptist church. Unioa
Baptist church. River Rouge, and
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18

The name OF MOTHER was due
ly estolled by young and old, rich
and poor. pulpit and pew: After
listening TO the world OF praise
emitting from sermons, songs,
speeches etc, we were more deep
ly impressed to accept the final
analysis:
or all the friends, the kith and kin,
Indeed there is no other
Can fill the kindly. noble place
AS that filled by a MOTHER.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Presentations

Adolphus Wells and Richard
Campbell were each presented a
trophy for the splendid record
they have made as postal clerks
at the Roosevelt Park post office.
The presentation was made by MIR.
Farley, who WAS presented a huge
floral horseshoe design.
So all in all we would say it was
red letter day for the postal
employees as well as the exposi-
tion. And to you who have not Wis
tied the exposition. our advice is
by all means go before II closes.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Important

westsIde residents are kindly
requested TO bring their news
items. ad copies etc, TO the
Tribune's westside branch at
47l2 w. Warren avenue, Room
204 on Friday. Saturday or
Monday OF each week In order
that Il might reach our main
office In time for publication.
Mrs. Ellen NJ. wilson IL IN
charge OF the westside office.
For further information phone
TYLER t-3sei.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
THOSE SOCIABLE
WEST SIDERS
BY THE sCRUTINIZER

Careful observations of the SCRUTINIZER over the
past weekend positively revealed that in the
imelight of the weeks happenings the honorng of
MOTHER and the gala welcoming of the opening Of the
Seventy-Fve Years of Negro Progress Exposition be-
ing held in Convention hall.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
:: West Siders Praise Negro Progress Exposition -
West Side Churches

30. under auspices OF the Willing
Workers club. The choir will spon-
sor program May 10.
Mother r. Brown Ia church re-
porter.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18

John o. Garrett. lInrlem's lead
Ing builder. contractor and en-.
gineer has contributed much 10
the rebuilding Of The "Negro
capital OF the Nation" Also,
Mr.. Garrett heads chain Of
hotels. the Martha. Press
House. ~ MeIran. he Rlk hotel
md the Garrett house. Two
more are In the making
Calvin.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18
Attention

Advertisers who desire 20
appear on the lnterracial Hour
program are requested TO con-
tact the Edward A. Baker Adver-
Using Agency Ct Cadillac 1898
Or The Detroit Tribune. Pas ST
Antoine. Clifford 1924.
The Detroit tribune. (Detroit, Mich.) 1935-1966, 1940-05-18

TO bring about better racial re.
lation Is a political revival.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-08-29
Washington
Rifle Team
Heads East
Entered in Greet
Notionol Tourney
At Comp Perry

Bound for the National Rife
association meet AZ Camp Perry.
Ohio. teams representing Wash
ington State and Alaska, and the
Washington National guard. will
leave Tacoma On the Milwaukee
olympian at $50 p. m. this Wed
nesday.
Harvey Schofield, Of Tacoma.
will be IN charge Of the Washing
ton state team; Capt c. r. Chit
tick is bringing the group from
Alaska; and Capt. +. L. Harrison
commands the Washington Nat
ional guard detail
The party, numbering about IS
men. will be in an extra standard
sleeper.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-08-29
jeff Chiefs
Tie Score
BY Victory

TIE -rcon3 EAms u TIE funlur
league plave<f series went % ths
isffsrsor chisf- yesterday axsf NJ
Types 81 isffsrson field } g. ,
The Typos am ths fiFsi gams
Monday. tea Rstt pitching far
the Types snd Hattks N 10 chiefs
SsFs IN FaFs form allowing eniY
sis ana seven hits respectively
TIE Eans started with Jsffsssaa
taking q , n O lead which ths
Typos tied n The nfth
Play then =ettlsa into = pitching
duel hstwssn Rattks ana Rutt
The Type twice filled tAs bases
but naitks bore duen ln the pinch
and escaped we
In tho las half ~ the eighth
the Chiefs pushed arroaa enc run
The Types sent out ln ersisr IN
The ninth 10 end the Eams hutt
led his teammates At the plate.
while Pennington paced the chisf.
vith tho willow.
jefferson Chiefs .a.sa q Q
raeens Tyres .t..t.., }
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1940-08-29
John Lewis
Hoop Coach
AT Kent Hi

Johnny Lewis, former Univer-
sity Of Oregon basketball ace. will
coach that sport At Kent high
school this year, 1t was announced
by supt. w. q. WynEtra yesterday.
Lewis will take the place Of
Don Pollock. who quit school
teaching To operate his fathers
dairy at Foster.
The former Oregon hoop star
was captain Of the basketball
team In his senior year In 1897.
He was also baseball captain that
year and later played In the West
ern international league.
Lewis IL . graduate Of
Lincoln high In Seattle and
recently completed his edUca-
ton work at the University
Of Washington.
II Is the first change In Puget
Sound conference coaching ranks
since Pop Keensy, former Long
view mentor. was hired ~ ath-
letic director and football, basket
bali and baseball coach for sum-
ner spartans last spring.
Rumors of a basketball coach
ing change at Renton have not
been confirmed as yet.