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Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-05-16

"The resolution passed by the
board Of directors Ia have our
counsel investigate the ruling ~
the Internal Revenue Bureau
with respect 10 the social Sc
Curity status Of real estate sales
men and determine what action
may he taken and present legiS-
lation To Congress, eNempting
real estate statesmen under the
act. followed very closely upon
the bureaus recent ruling,
HeSSe said land shows that the
association il on lis toes in mat
tcrs such as this"
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-05-16
Discuss Results
OF Real Estate
Meet in Chicago

A. least p dozen highllehts Of
The meeting Of the board OF dircc-
tors ~ tho National Association
of Real Estate Boards and Of the
governing councils and Institutes
~ the association just closed in
Chicago arc Of interest 20 all
realtors. and many Of them to tho
real estate business RS a whole
Hugo !. HcSSe. director of the
NARFB and a member Of the De-
troit Real Estate Board said upon
his return to Detroit from the
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-05-16
Convert TO Coal

ForeSighted home owners are eX-
pccted 10 heed government warn
ingS that only about 8 per cent of
those able 10 convert from oil heat
10 coal have taken the necessary
steps so far, and the situation de-
mandS a Stepped-up pace of con
version before next winter.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-05-16
Provide Housing

There are two plans which may
be followed in providing housing
one is based on tho use Of private
funds. The other is leasing OF prop
critics 10 the government.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
toeIsfy.S11n h!.s Ks
North Little Rock News
BY Nancy Ola Parker
FIHEl FIRE FIRE!

Fire is marie word and electrifes to instant
ton usually the wrong action That one word sad aloud
from panic Why it exctes one is hard to say But nine
ire ont of ten, loses his head in such crisis and
may lose his life In order to face crisis calmly We must
practise se!f-control at all times fast roaring fire,
eating into the tissue oa dwelling never fails to attract
Grove Some there to help the unfortunate victims
some to crtcse the fremen; to take anything
loose some to be seen most there just to look fas
nated b. the red tongues of the blaze Fire is so power
full harnesscd it is mans best friend for without it. life
would be rather uncomfortable: Men have bowed down to
fire and wo,shipped it, Embarrassed fire is mans worst
enemy destructive, greedy thief that takes ALL leaves
nothing but emptiness and horror in its wake Let us
strive hard to prevent fires little care and thought
funess in our activities that necessitate the use OF fire
will help. .,
These are few remarks heard at recent fire" "Did
thev have any insurance the house? 81 heard man
was burned T., death in there "How did happen".
Look ut that bedding will you? Did you see inside that
house, That house is old and rotten anyway it won't
matter Oh WELL it won't reach us, don't need to
worry "Od houses burned down, some 60
ing te burn too God moves in mysterious way ETC. far
into the crowd.
The scars of fire are lasting. There things
lost that be replaced But this should not daunt
ones srrit for this earth must expect fires pesti-
erces. sickness and death All of earths children
will have their share of these sad experiences neverthe
less the heavenly Father constantly reminds his followers
to look bevond this vale of tears to the future glory where
Of these things can happen.
"ACT WISELY, the subject of the address made
by Dr. F. T. Guy, to the Jones High School group We'd
nesdav morning nassemby. He was invited over by the
80 class sponsored by Mrs. A. X Powell. The student
body encved the address very much and sincerely hopes
Dr. Guy can return at early date. Mckinley Hinton,
reed the scripture and the Gee Club directed by Mrs A.
K Powell rendered beautiful spiritual.
PERSONALS Mrs. Cotne Riley and daughter. Joe
Ethel COG Beech visiting relatives and friends in De-
rot Mich Mrs Ethel Perry, 306 Beech, is convalesc
ing at home. Mrs. Bell Owens, Monticello spent the
weekend with her neice Mrs Earmor Boyd, 820 Walnut
Street Mr. and Mrs. Oha Smith; Mr.. and Mrs. Luster
Smith and Mr. and Mrs Sam Gode gave surprise party
for Pvt Payon Harrison Clowers stationed at Fort
Mcclellan Ala, Other guests present were Mesdames
sic ce RUSSELL Matte Brewer; and Thelma Rodgers
There will be mission day program at First Baptist
Church. 9th and Pine Street Sunday, January a. at
M The public is invited Mrs. c. A. Washington, pres
dent Mrs. F. L. Ellis secretary, Rev. R. L. Turner pastor
The Deacons of Shiloh Baptist Church gave gifts to the
following inuctees active members of the church: Eber
dean Hamilton; P. H. Clowers; and Wnifred Reed.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
9th Street USO

The Ninth Street USO Club
takes this opportunity to express
its appreciation to the State Press
for it's cooperation in helping the
Club to promote it's program dur
ing the past year. The Club COM
mends publicly the State Press
for its faithful, true, and efficient
reporting Of the USO news.
To the 599th Field Artillery
Battalion goes the honor for the
initial Formal Dance to be held
at Camp Robinson, Service Club
No. 8 Friday, Jan. Is, The Battal-
ion, by sponsoring this gala ocas-
ion in cooperation with the Ninth
Street USO Club, is setting the
social pace for the o2nd Division.
According to Director John r. But
Ter, Chaplain B. J. Hopson and
Special Service Officers 1t. Har-
riston, souvenirs will be given
the guests. They are planning for
this dance to he the "dance of
the year.
Beginning Sunday, Jan. II, the
Club announces the beginning of
its weekly Radio programs. Sold
iers and their friends are invited
to hear "Wings Over Jordan" in
the Music Room Jan. II at 1880
q. m.
A directory Of all the church
cs is maintained at the Club and
soldiers are urged TO attend the
Church of their denomination,
The churches Of Greater Little
Rock are demonstrating to the com
munity that they can meet this
great challenge which has been
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15

thrust upon this city due to the
proximity Of the Camp and he-
cause of the great need for spirit
ual guidance.
There were II outside groups
using the Club with total attend
nnce of 667.
Volunteers No. Hours
Leaders and other program
assistants 151 2,700
Participants in social aeti-
vities 1901 2,002
This report shows conclusively
that the money contributed by
citizens of Greater Little Rock for
USO work is being spent wisely
Mrs. C. I. Lewis Hostess of the
Ninth Street USO Club. announces
a meeting of the Senior Hostesscs
en- Sunday, Jan. II at p. m. The
meeting will be held in the Sold
iers Nook at the Club.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Fun Lovers Club
Hold First Meeting
Of 1913

Mr.. and Mrs. Emory William
son, 1877 W. Sth St. were enter
tanning host to the Fun Lovers
Club during the New Year holt
day.
Resolving to make this one of
the best social clubs of the city
were Mesdames Cleo Burns, Leo
Ball, Reece Blanchard, Fred Wal
ton, Miss Rosalie Terrence, Mr.,
and Mrs. Camp, Herchel Terrence
and Mr. and Mrs. James Williams
part of the membership who were
present to make their pledges and
enjoy the hospitality of the hosts.
All members are requested to be
present at the home eff Mr.. and
Mrs. Leo Ball, 1905 w. 18th ST.,
on Tuesday night, January II. Re-
porter for the club is Jimmy
Williams.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
st. Andrew
BY Mrs. NJ. r. Carrigan

ny MIS- N. Il. Carfl8oM
A wonderful message was de-
livered on Sunday by Rev. w. 1.
Lambert, pastor, using for q sub
ject, Christ Commissions Diciples'
Pulpit guests were Evangelist Lon
Alice Barr, and Revs. J. f. TIL
man and Carroll; other visitors
were Miss Eva Mae Stevenson,
New Light Baptist Church, Mrs.
Mildred Love Mosley, First Bapt
Church, 7th and Gaines, Mrs. Ear
nestine Oliver Bennett, Union A.
M. E. Church, Miss Beatrice Nor
ris, Wards Chapel, Allen Brown
field. Duncan Chapel, Victor Cole
man. Mt. Vernon, Master Chss.
Brunette. Bethel AME Church.
We are inviting you to join tho
Biblical quiz each Sunday even
ing at the ACE League hour.
Evening speaker last Sunday was
Evangelist Barr, who spoke %
"Danger of Neglect" 1t has been
announced that Rev. C. c. Atkins
will preach at 800 p. m. on Sun
day. We are doing great things
at Greater St. Andrews under the
leadership Of our pastor and We
are inviting you to join US in our
services.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Personals

Guest at the home of Mrs. M. j.
McMullen, 522 South Valentine
have been her sister, Mrs. S. A.
Triggs, 1913 Cedar, Arkadelphia
and Mrs. Willie Mae Baker.
Mrs. Trigg is a prominent civic
leader in her home town.
Miss Edwina Jones, daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. Edgar Jones, 1902
Ringo st. has returned 70 Tenn,
State College where she is sem
Tor after a recent visit here. .
Majoring in Sociology, Miss Jones
is a member of the "Ivy Leaf"
Club of Alpha Chi Chapter of Al
pha Kappa Alpha sotrity and
many other organizations on the
campus.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. A. Stafford. 1920
McAlmont entertained with a buff
fet supper and bingo party at their
home. honoring Sgt. Davis of Terre
Haute. Ind, Also special guest
was Mrs. c. L. Brown.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15

ing classes. The student speakers
are Barbara Rutledge, high school
and Jessie Hendricks, junior col
lege, who will speak on "Youti1
Answers and "The Responsible.
ty of Woman in the Present Crisis
respectively.
The Honor students are as fol
low: High School: Barbara Rut
ledge, Thomas Stuman, Clara Jear
Barber, Ralph Cummings, Joe Rob
inson. Albertine Whitfield, Mee
Cullins, Arthur Fox. Morris Jacl
son, Carbon Pryor. Junior Col
lege-- Jessie Hendricks, Viola
Works, Mariah Smith Ada Mat
Willeford.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
CAMPUS
Ga}1frs
Around Dunbar

Reviving from holiday spirit"
am back again with more OF
that solid campus chatter; "Vera
Townsend said she knocked her.
self out with Lee Armcre on Xmas
Eve: Louise Taylor is all right
until Marched Taylor comes "a
round Could he be that vain?. i.
Flonisy Gentry was seen as big
Red Riding Hood" on Xmas Day.
Surely. Monroe Taylor is paying
too much attention to Levera 5.
Hamilton, chick across the "lake'
lately. Pearl Lee Crosby is two
steps behind the line (step up,
child)! Trying to lure George
Homer is Willie Mae Earning. !.
Herman Davis says Loretta put
him on a spot. but when asked
Loretta, she said, 81 am sorry and
| don't eare". (Poor Herman) j..
Henrietta Bates, says, 81 come to
school when ever | please. . as
far as | see. Who is the "cat'
ncress the pond M. Mccormick
keeps chattering about7 Could it
lie Willis Wilson. yes, it could. !.
Dorothy Darlington says she is
going to let people know she is
around and if she has ever heard
of a young chick being lady. !.
she will know she is not one! Doc
Scobie Jackson is tagging the beat
around, 1908 West 10th Street
lately. Could it be Miss Louise
Tate's hang out too?. yes. indeed
1t seems as though B. L. Terrence
is trying to cut in on Mr.. :. What
about it Loretta B? John Watson
says Countess Gay is trying to
step between him and Bettyc John
son. Poor Countess. Winston
Muldrow seems to be robbing the
cradle when he told me he was
falling hard for Florence Hines,
Billy Gilkey and Lola King have
started paying rent at College Inn.
Billy meets you at the door and
says, "Welcome Pals. John 5.
Lewis tells everybody he is "of"
of girls, forever but that is not
a man or boy he walks home with
everyday. Ralph Edwards, says
some day he will wear a blue suite
and if he doesn't sail the high seas
he will be on X. P. for the time
to come. James Porter says Lur-
line Bradford is begging him to
look her way. think he has it
turned around. but maybe Lurline
is off her course.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Gala Day At
Wesley

The many friends of Wesley
Chapel Methodist Church are in
vited to worship with them next
Sabbath. Jan. II, Many delight
full moments are arranged by this
congregation. At the IL o'clock
Hour, Chaplain Hobson will bring
the message and large number
of our Service men will worship
Special music is arranged and a
generally fine atmosphere of wor-
ship will be obtained. At the
close of the worship the congreea-
ton will make report Of finance
gathered for the purchase Of a
pipe organ. This congregation is
anxious to have an origin and
teams are busy working among the
membership.
Another grand Service is expect
ed at the seven thirty Hour. The
unveihng of the Service Flag de-
dicated to the men of the congre
cation in the armed service. Prof
r. c. Childress is to make the de-
dicatory address and Lieut. Jas II
Harrison of Camp Robinson will
make the Patriotic address. The
fine band Of Philander Smith Col
lege will render martial music and
delightful song service led by
Wesley Choir. Everyone is cor
daily invited. j. Walt Moore is
the minister.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Card OF Thanks

We wish to express our apprecia-
ton and thanks to many clients
and friends who were so nice to
us during the holidays and who
sent US many cards and flowers.
We are very grateful also for the
nice fat turkey given US by the
County Central Republican Com
mittee, represented by Mr., Wallace
| Townsend, Mr.. Bill Allsopp Of the
Arkansas Gazette, Mr.. Paul Rem
nell, Mr.. Bill Terry, to Mr.. and
Mrs. G. II. Evans and Mr.. s. M.
Ballard for their every thought
fulness and visits.
Judge and Mrs. Scipio A. Jones
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
In MemOriam

Dedicated to My Mother, who
passed Jan. Ia, 1884.
BY frankie Hughes, daughter
My dear old Mother, she is gone
To that land far beyond
Sometime | think | can hear her
calling
In the evening at the setting Of
the sun.
Oh, Mother it has heen sometime
ago
But at times it seems as yesterday
That you went away and left me
Motherless
But Mother | am satisfied. the
Lord has taken you away.
Sometimes my heart is overflowes
Oh Mother with thoughts ant
memories Of you.
It seems / can hardly bear it.
I take it to the Lord, he knows
just what to do.
Since you are gone, hope to meet
you
Somewhere in that land beyond.
Then Mother l can always be with
you
In the evening at the setting of
the sun.
Signed:
Mrs. ]. D. Young, Mrs. George
Bowens and Sons.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Dunbar Jr. College
Host to Dramatic
Tournament
BY June Carter

The Seventh Annual Dramatic
Tournament was sponsored by Sig
ma Gamma Rho Sorority and
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity at the
Dunbar Auditorium on January 3,
with Bapt College, Dunbar Jro
College and Shorter College partl-
cipating. Dunbar Jr. College has
heen winner Of the Trophy for two
consecutive years, with characters,
Edith Hunter. Med Cullins, Wal
ter Henderson and Oyarma Tate
showing much dramatic ability,
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Mt. Zion Host
To Union

! The Twin City Union met Tues
day, January 18th from IL noon
to 2 p. m. at the Mount Zion Bapt.
Church, 9th and Cross Streets. DR..
K. c. Dyer was one Of the guest
speakers. Members present were:
Rev. w. M. White, Rev. N. II.
Henderson, Rev. Knowles, Rev. w.
M. Boyd, and Rev. J. r. Green.
Rev. Marchant, president. Rev.
f. u. Evans, secretary; DR.. Gaines
critic and Rev. Wagner, chaplain
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15

Miss Veola Evans, member of
the Sophomore class of the NAL
vern High School was crowned
queen in the recent popularity con
test. Maids at the beautiful c.re-
mony were Misses F. Couser, F..
r. Gowens, d. Dehbins, M. Bry-
ant, A. B. Carter. r. Walsh and
Mammie Summerville. Crown
bearer was Lewis Hawkins and
the queen was crowned by F. Gill
EFT.
Mrs. II. Cook sponsor announced
that the contest Melted the school
$27.45.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15

with Miss Hunter winning the
prize as being the best actor. Bapt
won the $50 given by the Fratcr-
nifty. The DIG Candidates began
their commencement activities
with the Baccalareaute sermon by
Rev. Merchant, which was an in
spring one. Class Day exercises
were scheduled for Tuesday, fol-
lowed by the college luncheon. /.
Candidates for graduation a.e
Jessie Kendrick. Viola Works, Biz
die Davis, Ida r. Morton, Lorraine
Hillard, June Carter, Marian Smith
Ada Williford, Nalcine Hayes,
Eloise Randall, I. c. Phillips and
Vera West. Commencement exer-
cises will be held Friday night.
- -. -
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Dunbar Day

DR.. J. H. Lewis, principal at Dun
bar, will fill the pulpit at Big
Bethel, 9th and Broadway, Sunday
at IL q. m. The Dunbar Glee Club
of rs voices directed by Mrs. Ruth
G. King will be presented by the
Senior choir in Sacred Concert al
7:45 .. m. 1t is reputed to be one
of the best musical units IN our
state. The public is cordially in.
vited.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15

Education School at the YWCA,
1924 Gaines street, Jan. q at Z p.
m. for three hour course. This
school is an important war mea-
sure program and has to do with
the utilization and ths vonscr-
walton of all our resources as an
nounced by the Negro Advisory
Committee of the Pulaski County
Defense Council.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Installation
Speaker

Rev. w. M. Thomas, pastor Of
the Pilgrim Valley Baptist Church
at 9th and Park Streets, will de
liver an installation sermon at the
First Baptist Church, North Little
Rock Sunday, January II, at p.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Annual College
Night At Wesley

The congregation Of Wesley an
nounces that the Annual College
Night which has become a fixture
in Little Rock Musical and Liter
airy Circles and the fine people OF
our community may look forward
to this grand occasion. The pro-
gram is to be given on the birth
date Of Abraham Lincoln, February
IA
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Joint Commencement
At Dunbar To night
Commencement Theme: "The
CHALLENGE of Democracy

CHALLENGE of Democracy
The mid year commencement ac-
tivites of Dunbar High School and
Junior College will terminate with
the combined graduating exercises
Of both schools on Friday night,
January Is, at eight o'clock. The
theme of the commencement IS
"The Challenge of Democracy"
Rev. s, F. Bryant, pastor Of the
Pulaski Heights Presbyterian
Church will address the gradual
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
1T = TT :. = II
|ARou Town.
With Sara w. Rice

wonder if ever think of the unsunp heroes of war
Those whG the heavy burdens thare instrumental in
making many heart glad well filling many sto-
mach. The mailman posn1an is of today's unsung
heroes He carries many letters to and from the posoce
because many of US are careless about putting the correct
addresses and numbers letters He has gladdened the
hearts Of many soldiers and their loved ones
Doubles if think of the many wonderful things
that can be said about the farmer who is another of the
unsung heroes This verse pays tribute to them:
HEROES WE NEVER NAME
Back of the honor
Enrolled on the scroll of fame
Are the millions who go unmentoned
The heroes never name
Hats off to the worthy leaders
Their honor I'd acclaim
But here's cheer for the many brave
The heroes
THIS AND THAT ABOUT FOLKS. Mrs. Rheable Nc
Kinney Edwards Of Pine Bluff spent the weekend with
her mother :. The once MAN about Town comes
home an officer. Lieutenant Dan Young of Pine Bluff is
here or fuicugh Congratulations, to you, Lieutenant
Young. Sailor John Bullner, youngest of Mrs.
Pearl Buliner here furough 1t quite pleasant
surprise TO see him. Miss Wilbura Smith ancee of It,
Eddie More here on visit She halls from Philadelphia
Pa Mrs Cozette Mattison Herndon is now in our city
She will be guest of Mrs Vivian Stewart at her Unique
Club meeting The First Bapt WMU entertained their
president Mrs M Lockhart on her 73rd birthday at the
residence of Miss S. M Caruthers New Years Day
More than IS guests were present at the lovely affair
which proved to be enjoyable for the honoree AT
ter serving the WMU for eleven president Mrs
Lockhar moved her membership to Mt Zion Bapt church.
the church home of her children Beautiful gifts pres
ened to her in wishing her many happy returns Mrs L.
N. Bronson left Tuesday morning to accompany Miss Lii
lie - Malone to Earle when Miss Malone travelled to New
pert News to be married Pvt Robert s. Waugh of
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Waugh prior to induction resident
IF Tulsa. Okla and famed football star at Dunbar
High School is brief furlough here DR.. and Mrs. sh
entertained group of Officers stationed at Camp Robin
in their palaca home Lieutenants Stanley S. Jackson
Boston, Mass Phillips of Washington D. c., Geo w. Walk
of Roaton Chas Elliott of New York City and Kendall Of
Ohio still expressing themselves having had low
y evening Sunday and singing praises of the gracious
vt their host and hostess. CLUB NOTES: The Uni
que Girls Club usual had very lovely time at the home
of Mrs Verdne Barkns with Mrs Eloyce SmithHerndon
as hostess e.. Mrs. Arnta Armon associate member
came in and smiled in Other guests included Mrs
Oswald Richardson and Mrs Alma Rose Hunter with the
former receiving guest prize Club prizes by Mrs
Sara w. Rice first and Miss Goldie Doyle second de-
liciols repast served. KIDDIES KORNER Mr..
and Mrs Richard Troter the proud parents of baby
hov, who has been chrstened Richard Jr,. Ancpat
ing entering Dunbar High School Monday TBS
Marion Oliver, Helen Mackon, Rosa Ice, Josephine Hard
age Stanley Newburn Horace Peyton and Odel Reaves
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
Why not send the STATE PRESS

Why not send the STATE PRESS
to some soldier in the Armed SCR
vices? 1t will serve each week ~
a letter from home, and will b
appreciated by him throughout
the New Year. Until January
30th. t943, the PRESS has on .
Special rate to enlisted men. See
ad in this issue and clip coupon
and mail in. We will do the rest.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
A School OF
instruction

The Volunteer Civilian Defense
Council of Greater Little Rock an
nounces the opening of Consumers
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15
PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE ANNOUNCES
High School Seniors Special
Opportunity

Enter Philander Smith College January 1928, 1913,
Omtting last half of Senior Year.
" Complete Full Year College Work by August, 1943
Begin Sophomore Year September, 1949, with High
High School Diploma and Year of College Work.
Farm Two Years College Work in Fifteen Months.
Earn College Degree in Twenty-seven Months
Programs Permit Flexibity in Case of Early Mill
tary Service
BEGINNING Freshman Class January IL and May 10,
1913.
Beginning Courses in Engineering Science for Young
men to be called into the Armed Service
PREPARE: THIS Is NO TIME TO IDLE. Help win
The War and the Peace by Greater Use
fulness in Military Service the
Home Front. To Prepare yourself means
Cooperation and Loyalty to our Country,
DON'T DELAY! For Information consult
The Registrar at Philander Smith Col
lege Little Rock, Arkansas.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-15

HEROES WE NEVER NAME
Back Of TIE men we honor
Enrolled on the scroll of fame,
Are the millions who go unmentioned
The heroes we never name.
Hats off to the worthy leaders
Their honor I'd ever acclaim
But here's cheer for the many brave
The heroes we never name.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-18
RUHR VALLEY TO-DAY SCENE
 OF DISASIER
Released Waters of Bomb ed Dam Spreading-
 Death List Mounts
(By Associated Press)

Rioting has broken out in indus trial Duisburg where the flooded waters from the bombed Mohne Dam has reached the city.
 One broadcast picked up by Reuters said the city is being in undated by the flood waters and the people are panic stricken and rushing vainly to higher grounds.
 Dortmund is also threatened with inundation.
 The number of dead and home less in the Ruhr Valley is growing hourly
 The big dam was bombed in the attack by the British force and millions of tors of water were released, plunging down the indus trial valley.
 Hydro electric power stations are out of commission and the district is in darkness, according to radio broadcasts picked up in London.
 There is no estimate of the fla talities.