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The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
DETROIT BOY
WAS BEATEN
IN GEORGIA
Investigation Is Planned
By N.A.A.C.P.

The case Of Willie Jackson OF
Detroit who was brutslly beaten
by a gasoline -,iendent in coraell.
Ca. last week while enrouie to
visit relatives in valdosts, Ga, was
reported to the N.AACP. by his
mother, Mrs ossie Jackson.
Willie. a diabe;ic. wen; into the
rest room at Cordell, Ga, which
was a Ave minute stop on The Grey
hound Bus line. On finding the col
ored restroom locked up, Willie
asked the ai,endan; to direct him
TO another. The at,endent cursed
the youth and struck him over the
head with a hammer, breaking the
hammer. He picked up another
hammer and again struck the youth
Later the mother and son were
arrested and released after paying
9 fine OF 1872 so. The Jacksons wired
home for money and returned TO
Detroit by train. The N.A.AC.P. is
conducting an investigation TO de-
termine responsibility and TO seek
Justice for the Jacksons.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
Apollo Players
Thrilled Many

The Cavaleade Of Stars proved
all the title implies last Friday
night at Franklin Settlement be-
fore a capacity audience, The eve
ming began with a repeat perform
ance Of God Forbid" by James
Cardo Lawrence and was climaxed
with the Death Dance" a native
African tribal theme interviewer
with creative dancing by the entire
cast. James Cardo Lawrence, al
ready gaining a reputation for MS
fine writing and sctingl added an
other laurel by creating the devil
dance which was used as a pro-
logue 10 the Death Dance and which
was modified later in the play TO
become the death dance. Dorothy
Quaker, who created the role OF
Asamano, the dancer, two years
ago was more than superb in Fri
days show.
Standardized in between the two
plays was a variety show Of ex-
ceptional brilliance. The sweet voice
of Beverly Mason, the hot 1--WE
Of the Five Dukes Of Rhythm. the
tapping Of Tony Lopez, the Four
its, Calvin Venture. lyric soprano,
the dramatic reading of Ines Oss-
man, the Spanish love scene Of
Roslyn Ossman and John Banks.
and the clever witticisms OF Harold
Orange all blended to make an
evening unique.
The Apollo Players under the
direction of Alvin D. Loving are
planning the production of a full
evening OF Eugene O'Ne1.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
Officer Saved
Aged Mans Life

"You sure saved my life" were
the approximate words william
Rucker, 50, Of 1884 Monroe avenue.
told detective David Marshall this
week, after man Identified as
Willie Thorn had threatened Rucker
with a big knife.
Thorn IS, Of 1904 Monroe street
was advancing toward RuckeE with
the open knife when Detective
Marshall ordered the armed man to
"drop that knife"
When Thorn refused TO obey the
command, the police officer shot him
in the right shoulder. His condition
was reported as temporarily serious
OF Receiving hospital,
Rucker told this reporter That
Thorn had accused him Of his
(ThornO wife. But don't know
either Of them. I'd Just walked
through the place Tip Toe Inn)
when Thorn SAID, I'm gonna finish
you"
1t was this time that Detective
Marshall stopped the armed man
with a bullet 10 the right shoulder,
Thorn was held fur investigation Of
carrying a concealed weapon.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
PRESS HONORED
BY PATTON AT.
z0MB|E.

Members OF the working press
wese highly entertained Monday
by Reuben Patton. sales representa-
tive OF the Calvert Distillery. sellers
Of Calvert and Old Drum whiskey,
Among those at the press table
were Mrs. Rollo S. Vest. Mrs. Car
rie Long. Miss Nina NJ Garner. r.
W Harris, Albert Norwood, Misses
Fannie McCool, Alice Woodson
Lsngford p James, Clarence Jack
son. John Wood, Mr., and Mrs Larry
Chism. Marian McClain. Ulysses
Boykin, Russ J.. Cowan and the
host. Reuben Patton.
Zombie Show Offering
A well applauded show is on the
card here for the pleasure of after
hour lovers Of fun and gayety.
Dreamy Melody" title OF the opus
is also the song composed by the
show creator. Leonard Reed. The
spotlight OF show is the sermon
izing' OF Rev. Fink and the Groom
ings OF the 3 Buds who highly en-
terrain you with the favorite vocal
selections which they bring 10 life
in harmony.
Elma Turner, a grand showman7 is
rated as among the tops in the art
OF being mistress OF intricate tap
steps and works all too well for a
hearty applause.
Dreamy Melody" is highlighted
by the four part singing OF the 3
Buds and song stylist, Raye Pesrle.
Blues stylist Juanita Brown lacks
the husky voice of a true blues
singer but has some personality
which aids her presentation OF
such songs as Jelly, Jelly"
Cecil Lee and the band make
some swell music to bring out the
full effects OF the floorboard pre-
sentation at this most popular Of
mite clubs in this city Of "Silly-Go-
Rounders"-L. Chism.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
Characters Here
At Popular Club

The Characters, famous radio
and recording stars, will headline
the new floor show at Slim Jones'
Club Congo, opening at the noted
Detroit night club Friday, May 90
The Characters, fresh from a
successful engagement on the West
Coast, are a quartet of former Will
berforce university students who
have vaglted- into national fame
through their singing.
Baby Lawrence, sensational young
tap dancer, will be held over from
the previous show to co-star in the
latest vehicle produced by Mar
garet Watkins. Miss Watkins will
sing a number Of her songs which
have won favor with the patrons
Of the club.
Also held over Is Bob Parrish and
his Club Congo band featuring KEEL
ley Martin on the vibrsphone.
There will be several other acts
in the show.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30

services is also to be part Of the
planned program.
The largest American flag in the
world will form the decorative
background for the gathering. This
will be loaned through the cour-
tesy OF the ]. L. Hudson company.
A maSsed choir OF more than 500
voices gathered from the Detroit
churches. under the direction OF
Madame nellie Plante. noted Detroit
operate star. will sing the National
Anthem, as well as provide the vo-
cal recative background for por-
tions OF Paul Robeson's singing Of
patriotic songs.
l. is estimated that the program
will be OF not less than three hours
duration.
This rally Is to be the forerunner
Of the formation OF the Colored
Citizens Committee in Michigan,
which is 10 function in assisting
the government for the duration OF
the war.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
Price Trend
Higher For
RaceBuyers

Following the instigation Of OPA
Leon Henderson's Price ceiliny Act,
affecting merchants OF retail goods
last May IS, TINS week, the Chron-
icle research department did bit
Of comparative pricing in Negro and
white districts.
Analysis OF the departments and
ings revealed that Of the ten items
included in the survey. six sold at
higher cost in Negro than in white
districts. This is believed to be an
indication OF the maintenance OF q
higher price level in neighborhoods
peopled with Negroes than is preva-
lent in white areas.
Ten Stores Probed
Ten stores were investigated The
items priced were those purchased
in large quantities by Negro buyers
and included lunch meats. eggs. po-
tatoes. Pet milk and sugar. Items
costing more for Negroes than
whites were: eggs. sugar. bologna.
New York ham, salami and pork
chops.
Priced about the same in both
districts were butter, postatoes,
and Pet milk while chicken sold at
lower cost to Negroes than to
whites.
OPA To Launch Investigation
At present, as far as the informa-
ton available at the local OPA Of
Ace in the Penabscot Building this
week, no Negroes are included in
the administrative staff Of the set
up. Plans are underway, however,
for the launching Of a commodity
invest CATION in all areas over the
country. 1t is estimated that the
making Of the survey will provide
employment for approximately l0o,-
900 who will do door-to-door cam
wasting to determine the number Of
washing machines, fans, ct cetera
there are in private homes.
It is expected that large num-
bers will be used in this connection.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
POsterity Group
In Mass Meeting

Workers for Posterity. Inc. will
hold mass meeting at ST. Johns
Presbyterian church, Clinton at Jos.
Campau streets. Sunday, May 81, at
3 pm, at which time several promi-
nent business and professional men
and women will be heard.
Purpose Of the organization is TO
create a home for girls Of all races
and provide business opportunities
for the support of home for girls
in need Of jobs and home training.
The organization is not backed or
supported by any political group,
but is a peoples organization and
derives its support solely from civic
minded individuals who realize the
need Of progressive program for
girls.
The public is invited to attend
the mass meeting where the purpose
Of the Workers for Posterity will be
outlined by Mrs. Ida Isaacs, founder,
and Snow F, Grigsby. Mrs. Rosa
Gragg will be mistress OF cere-
monies.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
N.A.A.C.P. Raps
New Navy Plan

Although there will be no Ne
groes as Navy or Marine aviators
and no mixed crews, "a miniature
Negro sea-going army" will be
trained by the Marine Corps, &C
cording TO an announcement made
Wednesday, May 20, The Negro
Marines will form a battalion OF
900 to be recruited in June or July.
Recruiting Of Negroes for the Navy
will begin June /.
This week the N.AACP. pointed
out that the Navy was careful to
emphasize the combat" training
Negroes will get The first plan, an
nounced April for Negro Navy
enlistees was called a labor bat
TALON" by the NAAC.P.
The association said that except
for continued demands made by it
and other organizations for admis-
sion of Negroes to the Marine Corps
and into all types OF service in the
Navy, even restricted enlistment in
these two branches OF the armed
forces might not have come about.
1t believes the emphasis on combat
training is the result of widespread
protests by Negroes.
The Navy says it plans to absorb
about 1000 Negroes a month and
train them for duty on shore and
sea. Top pay will be s72 month, or
500, if the pending pay-increase plan
is adopted by Congress.
In the Marines the men. will re-
ceive all types Of combat equipment
except aircraft. In the Navy,
training for general service will be
given at the Great Lakes Naval
Training station. Specialized courses
to train electricians. carpenters,
shipfitters. metalsmiths, firemen and
cooks will be given at Hampton
Institute, Va.
Men with special abilities at the
Great Lakes Training Base will also
be given additional training as gum
ners, duarterfnasters, yeomen, store
keepers, cooks, radio men and
other specialties, including bands
men, the Navy stated.
Secretary Knox said Negroes
might even see service on de-
stroyers, but not with white sailors.
The new plan is still one OF re-
strieted and segregated service" the
NA.AC.P. stated This is not what
Negroes asked Of their government,
The goal TO be achieved is abolition
Of segregation in all the armed
services so that all Americans can
fight democratically for the preser-
walton OF democracy"
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30

A process for hardening fish oil for
use as a raw material In the produc-
ton OF margarine has been developed
in Sweden
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30

Panama produced more than
100000 hiers OF reetifed alcohol last
year.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30

The purpose is three-fold, 1t is de-
signed to determine ID how the
country could be adjusted to a con.
trolled economy. (2) would provide
accurate data for production pur
poses. 49, would aid in averting a
depression at wars end and "a
would equalize sharing OF available.
particular equipment of household
nature such as electrical refrigers-
tors oil burners, gas stoves, fans,
Washing machines. air conditioning
units and so forth.
Draper Allen is head Of the Mid
western district. George Crook is
personnel director.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
CITIZENS COMMITTEE ASSISTS
GOVERNMENT FOR DURATION

chigsn's colored populace IS
participating in possibly one of the
greatest patriotic demonstrations
ever held in the state, At this
time several committees are already
functioning in Detroit to assure the
success OF this venture which will
be jointly sponsored by the U. S.
Treasury Department and the Col
ored Citizens Committee of Michi-
gan. at the Olympia on Sunday aft
ernoon. May 81.
A steering committee Of almost
-l00 members is being formed under
the temporary Craftsmanship Of
Charles Mahoney. president Of the
Great Lakes Mutual Life Insurance
company. and Edward Baker, head
Of the Baker Advertising Agency.
The initial meeting of this COM
m!:tee is 10 be held this THURSDAY
May 2D evening al the Lucy Thur
man branch of the WV CA. $50
East Elizabeth street, at 8 pm.
All the leaders of Detroits col
ored civic, social and sports life
nave been called 10 the meeting
by letter from Frank ". Isbey,
chairman for the U. S. Treasury
War Savings committee for Michi-
gan.
According to the present plans,
Sunday afternoon, May 81. will wit
ness one OF the largest gatherings
for the purpose of staging pa
triotic demonstration that has ever
been held in the city. More than
1900 people are expected to par
t.cipate.
Undoubtedly the greatest pro-
gram Of outstanding artists Of the
stage, screen and radio ever pre-
scented on one stage will be present.
Heading the program will be none
other than Paul Robson, whose
singing OF -The Battle Hymn" on
the coast-to-coast network program
over the Columbia Broadcasting
System on which he appeared with
Mrs. Henry Morgenthau, Jr., wife
Of the Secretary OF the Treasury
was one of the outstanding high
lights Of the week in radio; Marian
Anderson, outstanding concert ar
list; Olivia de Havilland, screen star
and numerous others are to be
present, The complete details OF
the program will be forthcoming
during the week.
The War Department has been
requested by the Treasury Depart
ment to have Joe Louis participate.
and a similar request has been
made to the Navy Department for
the appearance of Dorie Miller, the
U. S. Navy mess attendant to whom
President Roosevelt awarded the
Navy Cross. the highest honor in
that branch Of the armed services
for his heroic performance at Pearl
Harb0r.
In addition It is expected that
the Honorable Frank Murphy, JUS
lice OF the U. S. Supreme court
and former governor OF Michigan
will be among the speakers. as will
number of dignitaries from the
U. s. Treasury department in Wash
ington and ranking officers Of both
the army and navy.
A mass induction into the armed
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
LEAVE FoR CINCINNATI

Miss Anna Belle, the popular gas
attendant at Edwards Super Serv-
ice left Sunday for Cincinnati Her
aunt was in a serious automobile &C.
eldent. She will be away for several
weeks Her many friends will GER
tainly miss her at Edwards station.
however. she promises to let Us
hear from her daily,
Stop in at Edwards Super Serv-
ice for your greeting from Anna
belle.
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30

InpHoN1 lines todsy rs carrying
bigger load than evcr before, and they
must be used efficiently to give maximum
service to the war effort
For the nations Armed Forces, the
Federal Government, the Civilian
Defense agencies and the war production
industries have first can On telephone
The Michigan chronicle. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1936-current, 1942-05-30
CHURCH OF OUR FAITH
SIS East Montcalm

The morning services were in
spring Rev. W. Cornelius Barnes
took for his text the first chapter
OF Acts and the 18th verse. His
subject was Power"
Womans Day will be observed
Sunday. May 81. All ladies are in
vited. Ann Rogers. reporter.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-31
DON'T BE DUMB ABOUT
 DEAFNESS

Never having h had nervous
 breakdown, "acidosis", "rheuma-
 tism", "gout'. standardization" or
 "hydrophobia", perhaps I am not qualified to have an opinion about these hypothetical maladies. But if a doctor must have the disease him. self in order to understand 1t and sympathize with peor4e who have 1t, I'm in position to speak auth oritatively about deafness, because I'm totally deaf-on the nigh side. Just penalty for stealing tcollecting, as it is called euphoniohsly) birds eggs. Brother Andy spotted the nests. I climbed after them.
 Not so much a penalty as a re- hinder at that. Only serious draw back about ne-earedness is that in crowd or amid confusion of sounds or noises you can't tell what direction the sound comes from if some one speaks to you or if you are trying to find the origin of any unusual sound or noise. The diffi- culty of following conversation in a room where a general hum of con- versation assails your one ear Is a minor one, after all. Easy enough to murmur "Tndeed?" or "Oh, yes, tiresome, isn't it?" from time to time as the converser on your left pauses for inspiration. If these re- marks do not exactly fit, let the la- dy put 1t in writing mad inclose stamped envelope bearing her ad- dress, There is no point in drag ging around ones rench horn ear trumpet just to accommodate peo- pie who insist on coming at one from the left.
 In a quiet place my hearing Is bet ter than the average. Through a stethoscope sounds which many with normal hearing fail to notice. There fore it made me hopping mad one day when dumb john represent ing some mechanical aid for the had of hearing invaded my play room, asked my secretary in q quiet way if that Burning his thumb to- ward mel was Dr. Brady and then, pulling out all the stops. began at me about his glori- fled ear trumpet. I will not try to tell you any more about 1t. You believe I could be so furi- ous-I hope.
 As careful observation has shown, nearly all who are hard of hearing resent being yelled at. People who are not totally deaf in both ears in- if not consciously learn lip-readnig, and by watching the speakers mouth can read what he Is
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-31
,Gl0r1twmg Yourself
By ALICIA HART

known word, try to use it in a couple of sentences. Make a note of it on a little pad which you keep handy for this purpose, and now and then before beginning your daily reading session. review the words on the pad. See how many of them you can greet as a friend.
 In reading - and in talking re member these rules. Punctuate your sentences instead of rattling on with no pauses, or periods Open your mouth and let the words out--don't mutter behind half-open lips. Of course, don't go to the other ex- treme, don't over emphasize The top-sergeant voice, male or female makes phrase seem peremptory and irritatingmore irritating than the mutterer's, if that's possible
 The ideal speech is soft but rich and warm of tone, clear but not clipped pronunciation It's a good thing to remember that, especially when you're talking in room full of people There. too, remember to talk under" instead of louder than, the general conversation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-31
TWO-BUTTON SHIRTWAIST BROCK
PATTERN 555

Matron's Special: a shirtwaist frock that really flatters the larger figure-Pattern 555 by Claire Til- denl See how the slimming dia- gonal line of the bodice is accepted by the two-button closing--its new, different, youngl Skirt panelling completes the slender effect. Plan your frock now in soft pastel crepe or cotton-make the collar and cuffs of second color for vicacity. You may omit the buttons, too, and make the sleeves long.
 Pattern 555 is cut in womens sizes 36, 38, 49, 42, A, 46, 48 and 50. Size S6 requires 42s yards 35 inch fabric
 Send FIFTEEN CENTS (plus ONE CENT to cover cost of mailing) for this pattern. WRITE CLEARLY SIZE, NAME, ADDRESS AND STYLE NUMBER.
 Send orders to The Waterbury Democrat, Pattern Department, 70 Fifth Avenue, New York, N. Y.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-31

me a slim little blue and cream Cub, that I call LII Shrdlu and Lil Shrdlu carried me on week. ends to airshows ard picnics and parties and airtours in Pennsylva- mia, New York, New Jersey, and the Carolinas. Mondays found me back at work writing up the stories, and gossipping with pilots from all over the world.
 WOMEN COULD FLY
 FOR THE AIRLINES
 Next, I looked for something as satisfying as adventure but more utilitarian.
 Test-flying was the answer. It was the answer to challenge tc women pilots to prove they are no, powder-puff pilots but fliers who could help in the effort to make the world 8 decent place to live.
 Women can test not only these planes, but hotter types. They can train the pilots, as many are now training CPT boys. They can ferry army planes, ferry airmail (especial- ly the airmail pickup, go on the airlines as co-pilots.
 To those who question our ability to handle the bigger ships, look at the Cochrans, the Thadens, the Da- vies who have flown big ships in such races as the Bendix and equalled or surpassed the men who flew against them.
 Out of the three thousand women now ready for the milder jobs, a good many could be trained as air. line co-pilotS with a few hours of dual.
 The women of America probably will never go into battle. Most of us look to our fighting men to hold the front lines of civilization. But behind the lines we are ready to keep the skies. We'll test the planes ferry them, train the fighters, fly the airlines when the country needs us. We are ready to do our part to Keep Elm Flying"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-31

l saying, but not if he yells at then Shouting or even raising the voice to a special high pitch for the ben- eft of the poor goof who is hard of hearing, makes 1t still harder for the poor goof to make any sense of your unSeemly behavior. Shouting at a deaf or presumably deaf per. son, in fact, puts you in the cate. gory of ignoramuses who use the same tactics in trying to make a foreigner understand their pidgeon English.
 For that matter, ones ability to carry on conversation with a per- son who Is hard of hearing is a test of ones intelligence and culture. To see what I mean you need only stand before C mirror and study your expression while you are speaking, first in ordinary careless fashion and then in clear but not exaggerated diction and finally in articulate but voiceless utterance.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1942-03-31
Shirred Valance Smart Style

Sweet Spring curtains strewn with rosebuds and wearing the most feminine of valances--a shirred, ruffled one!
 Though your Home Service re- porter saw them in @ fashionable New York store Gin a -sprigged crisp white chintz), they're really easy to sew when you have our booklet on making curtains,
 The valance is only a straight piece of goods shirred on a drapery rod! To make it, use piece of chintz l 1-2 times the length of the rod. In measuring depth, allow for rod casing, standing trill and hem.
 Finally, apply narrow ruffle. Split the hem, turn in raw edges, insert top of rufile and stitch.
 As for the curtains, measure from top of window casing to floor for finished length. For width, allow at least l-2 times the space each curtain will cover.
 With our 32-page bookelt you can quickly re-curtain your whole house. Shows with diagrams and clear instructions how to make many lovely styles in glass curtains, drapery- curtains, formal draperies. Shows how to make swag and flt- ted Valances, French headings, cor nices, trimmings.
 Send 10c (plus one cent to cover cost of mailing) for your copy of New Ideas in Making Curtains and Draperies" to Waterbury Democrat Home Service, 635 Sixth Ave, New York, N. Y. Be sure to write plainly your name, address, and the name of booklet.