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Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-12-15

WHEN WE walked into the
entrance hall Of the Highland
Park High School Homemaking
Laboratory al lao Highland the
most delightful odors filled the
air. A dozen or more busy
women fitted with aprons,
spoons, mixing bowls and cookie
presses were industriously work
ing in the Kitchen of the house.
This group of women were at
tending the first in d series OF
classes given at the laboratory
under the guidance OF Kathryn
MacLennan, director. This les
son dealt with Chris m a $
cookies and cookies for the boys
IN service.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1943-12-15
Denomination First

Before the actual work began
a demonstration was given by
Marion Ryan home economist
for Detroit Edison. When the
demonstration was completed,
the women rolled up their
sleeves and went 10 work Miss
MacLennan, Miss Ryan and
Eunice Herald. the other teacher
in charge, helped the women
with their task.
This group Of women were
made up OF homemakers. moth
erS Of the homemaking students
al Highland Park High School
and students OF Wayne Unlver-
sity. The h1st class ran from
Monday Dec. -, 10 Wednesday,
Dec. Is.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22

TRIAL BT. FIRE!

The case of the five indicted by Federal Grand
Jury in the ynchng of Negro will not be decided by II
men in the jury box but by the 130,0o0o00 people in
America. whatever the jury's verdict
The ynehng has had its effect upon the morale of the
people of this country and the trial will have it's effect
mob Of fifty to one hundred men, whom it is al
Washingtn 40 year old Negro from Jones county jail
md lvnched him, leaving his body hanging from bridge
1t is said that Howard Washington's employer at
temYec TO "reprirand him when Washington reported
late to work and Washington beat him to death with
mix pail
The yn1hng itself left sore in the minds of 1S,OO0-
900 Negroes and without doubt the trial will add fire
70 the already existing and make headline propagall-
da fey those who seek TO overthrow the American govern
men When The stories Of the daily procedures played
up by thc press of both white and black races such
bount to add insult to injury and thus widen the breach
IN relations Of races in this country.
We hate lynchngs Sober thinkers know that this
s Ole of the most brutal ways of handling criminals
yAhng is daring to good citizens and throw back to
progress Mob violence is usually committed by the riff
raft element.
he question enters our mind where are the other
foni 1--WE or ninety five men of the mob? Were the in
Vese2ors satisfied with closing the these five
mon Would not the who carried the rope be Just
as guilty as the who tied the knot? Will the state
Of Mississippi do its whole duty thinking that the federal
government has invaded its territory? 1t is said that
coolutSS already exists between The two judicial bodies
md state officials mute the subject
/! these men tried and released it leaves room
for the same old accusation Il told you So As assistant
70 TIE attorney general hints at making this test case
hut tests don't always prove successful
The day has come when criminals should be dealt
by according to the statutes written upon such subjects
Lynch!rgs should and must be relegated past era ar
from our minds
The pulpts and school rooms must arise and cry
aloud against the evil forces among whites and blacks that
ear wh ING good relations have been years trying
to hu!d up. If not this American government will some
day collapse within itself
No human likes to be made to do right Intelligent
ard civilized people will do right because is right to DO
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
Caluin s Digest
BY l.. Baynard Whitney

physical attack upon Negroes here,
it is almost visionary to suppose
that we shall develop anything like
the zeal of Ghandi's followers And
in such a event, we shall find the
resistance active, not passive.
1t seems to me that if the Ne
gro in America can hold his pres
ent gains without violent disturb
ance from our enemies here at
home then we can adopt some Of
the elements Of passive resistance
toward obtaining further obiec-
tives. But j f violence should
break out against us as a race
then we would feel more than
obliged to actively defend oursel-
yes, because we think in terms OF
American ACTION and net ir
terms of eastern passive resist
ence.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
ll)E WAR AT HOME!

There's war going the home front that's just
as important to win the abroad. That's the war
against Infante Paralysis The National Foundation for
Infantle Paralysis has been fighting this for several
years.
The National Foundation is nothing but organiza-
ton of all the people in the United States. Each year
appeals for aid in its March Of Dimes campaign. Thru
the courtesy Of President Roosevelt himself living
proof that the disease be mastered his birthday
January So celebrated nationally by appeal to all to
send him contribution for The National Foundation for
nfane Paralysis and its 1900 chapters.
Only half Of this money to the Foundation how
half Of whatever solicited by each of The Founda
tons 1900 chapters all the country is left with that
chapter that it may give year round service to all vic
tins CT the disease in its community.
The other half is used to set up such institutions as
the uekegee Institute 1nfante Center in Alabama where
since 194 the latest special facilities for the Of In
fantie Paralysis victims have been available to all who
need them.
The Foundations appeal not restricted to any group
class Of people because the disease fante Para
yss makes such distinction either The victims aided
every day in the by its 1900 chapters of all
races creeds and coors.
This year than ever, there is need of the whole
hearted support Of all for that benefits all On
before The Presidents birthday January 80 send dime
more if can of course-to President Roosevelt at
The White House. Help preserve heath-as well de-
mocracy at home
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
WHAT WOULD YOU DO?

When the nation is gcing thru one Of its worst ana
most severe cold spells of this winter and we are suer
ING from shortage of fuel and thousands or coal miners
refuse to work, leaves nothing for one to think out Gam
NIT These miners have absolutely walked oil the job ty
ING up production of mighty needed product that IN no
uncertainty viii impede progress in our effort OF pre-
parednes and in the estimation Of the public these men
arc sakntuers and some will as far as to say they
ought TO se Shot But what about the union bosses VINO
have taken every advantage of these men because they
nut Their trust in them What about the fifty cents raised
in dues? You will say what does fifty cents matter TO
man VINO draws the kind of money miner draws
The money isn't the prime ISSUE the principle IN
which manner it is done These bosses of labor are work
ing with the bosses of the Mines and the bosses OF labor
collect union dues directly from the bosses OF mines be-
fore the poor workers whether they all consent OF
moi. These labor bosses raise union dues without any con-
sent from the worker who is paying it thru the NINE boss
The worker has sayso about whatever II ne works
he must pay fifty cents fifty dollars, it makes little
difference where he, he workerl is concerned The boss
es have their neck in They not IN reality free
beings They are slaves to their BOSSES
Where is their redress? The government you say You
are right or ut the least you should be- But the other
hand even with the government favor deserves an
other And, ask you who were among the greatest
contributors during the presidenals campaigns? Real
ling that just where the workers look for reief?
What Would You Do?
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
Editorials

the line "l All Depends on Me
have felt very humble since saw that poster.
THIS was not challenging Its Your job It's Up to You
This is Your War This was confession of personal
faith recognition OF personal responsibility ana IL mas
made me think.
Am fatirg the fact that this is my War? 1t is my
way If lie that is ut stake would not want to live III
porlo that den ed those simple virtues in which believe
FRI eom of conscience and speech the right to worship my
God according 10 my own belief the sancy of the home,
the reenn of the Individual. the honor of the pledged
Wsrd The governing Of action by right rather than might
reuds me =
THIS is nv WAY of life If it is to be retained all de
Am working where | can be most useful in this, my
war; Am Sinking the job that should do because II
is TEDIOUS or because will interfere with my accustomed
routine7 Am serving in the place where can be OIL
most good | must make the most out OF my working
strength ard time fort all depends on me
Am modified for this, my war? Or am cingng to
non essentials? Over and above my Job have assumed my
proper responsibility citizen III my own community
Have streamined nv life made wise of my time, ard
conserved my health? Am putting all my resources to
to Give I'D that which be used for effort and am
hving than is absolutely necessary in order that
ny dollars may help fight the battle? Money and goods
are needed This is total Warand 1t all depends on me-
AM keeping soldiery self control? Am seeing to
It that the whispered stops when reaches me-
That do not pass ON any dvisve thought? Am living
nv faith? Am l. who talk of the glory OF democracy,
keeping from my heart and mind all prejudice and hatred
toward any ono, regardless of class creed or eoor Am
putting into daily practice the ideals to which give up
allegiance? Only in this way democracy endure-t
all depends me.
| canot close this self-searchng with moral but
only with the prayer in the words of the Psamst, Hold
up gonss in thy path that footsteps slip not 1t
ell depends on me.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
ials =: Views =: Reviews

The food stamp Program has been
an outstanding success.
1t has not only helped to bridge
the gaps between SURPRISES on the
could not afford to eat enough
one bald and want on the other, but
it has proved an important instru-
ment in social planning and IN
doubtedly we will wish to make
rse of in the future
The situation which brought the
Food Stamp Program into being,
however, do net now exist, Most
food surplus disappeared sometime
ago. Shortages of some food are
invitahle. The program has kept
in operation up to this time on a
reduced basis as an aid to unem-
ployahle persons and others who
have not identified from war time
employment. In recent months
most employable persons who have
benefited by TIE Food Stamp Pro-
gram has been absorbed by war
industries. Virtually all Of these
are unemplf yao'c, the aeed, the
physically incapac'tatcd and the
nder-privileged children. These
persons must be adequately cared
for through public welfare grants.
As part af its war food pro-
gram the Department will continue
to provide milk and other commodi
ties for school lunches. child day
care centers. Lunches prepared for
these comodities will he available
not only to children certified,
hut to all children. Parents who can
afford to contribute will assist state
Equipment, facilities, ,lapor, and
and local agencies in furnishing
supervision.
We have long recognized that
that millions of our school children
do not receive adequate diets. The
problem has become more acute
rs increasing numbers Of mothers
have taken jobs in war industries.
Children are a special group in
our population which must receive
special attention in the distribution
of limited food supply. As short
ages develop it becomes particular
important to assure they receive
an adquate share Of the protective
food Programs such as the school
lunch, will receive appropriate re-
cognition in connection with the
Governments supervision Of war
time food distribution.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
mMNA
AGRICULTURAL
FRONT -
with the ~
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TO Suspend Food Stamps
Program on March |

The Food Stamp Program will
me suspended March l, probably
for the duration of the war, &C
cording to an announcement made
last week by the u. S. Department
of Agriculture. However, it also
was announced at the same time
that the departments program Of
providing foods for community
school lunches and child day care
centers will be continued
At its peak in 1941, the Food
Stamp Program gave assistance to
5000 people, of which nearly
a million were Negroes and serv-
ed to move large quantities of
agricultu1 jail I commodities. School
lunches are now reaching 2,700,,
900 youngsters, including nearly a
half million colored children.
A statement issue by Secretary
Wickard regarding the Food
Stamp and School Inch Programs
reads in part as follows:
"The Food Stamp Program was
inaugurated in May, 1880, to in
crease consumption of surplus
foods and at the same time to inn
prove the diet of the families who
other wise could not afford to eat
enough.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
Local Boy Serves His
Co.. As Mail Clerk

Cpl. Tom G.. Stewart. nephew
OF Paul 3. Stewart, prominent
resident and letter carrier Of this
city is presently stationed at Fort
Sill, Oklahoma and writes that he
has over years service with
the army, having entered at Fort
Macarthur, California, Cpl. Ste
wart is unit mail clerk for the
1864th Detachment Service Com
mand and is holding the position
as "unit mail clerk" his ninth
month in post office work. Witness
ing his fifth camp, he served two
other camps as organist and chape,
director in addition to mail SER
vice. He also writes that he an
ticipates an early marriage on his
next furlough home.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
THE MANHOOD SONG

How shall it be with peoples
When bombs have ceased to fall
And nations shall be gathered
Within some mirrored hall;
When talk of peace with justice"
Shall be on all their lips
Yet each will scheme for empire
For steel and planes and ships
How shall it be for peoples
Long trampled in the DUST
What then ascendant-powers,
Will raise its voice for us?
What fecund soil will nurture
The seeds of earthly peace,
What fountain head of freedom
VIII then it's flow release?
There is one land, one only;
And this our final hope;
That America, triumphant,
Shall come through battles smoke;
Revitalized by Tolerance
Learned in the tolls of war,
\ champion strong for Justice,
Her name shall sound afar.
Then up from these rolling acres, t...
Swelling in cadence strong,
From the Threats of this dual people,
Shall rise the manhood song.
All earth shall join in the chorus
And this for it's theme shall be;
All men are men in measure
Each t. his own degree!
Fred c. Byr
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
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DEMOCRACY, and NOT 0tG thsa. l. G. BATES.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
! RUTH TAYLOR SAYS.
1T ALL DEPENDS ON ME-!

The other day friend who had Just returned England
showed me poster he had brought back The background
is stormy sky through which the has broken to iu
inmate the figure Of standing with outsretched
arms her hands graspng the hands of others each side
The other figures not shown-us the hands Beneath
Is strong chain of single links emphasizing the feeling of
uncouned thousands holding hands Across the poster
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22

Why not send the STATE PRESS
to some soldier in the Armed ser
vices? It will serve each week as
a letter from home, and will be
appreciated by him throughout
the New Year. Until January
30th. 1913, the PRESS has on a
Special rate to enlisted men. Sec
ad in this issue and clip coupon
and mail in. We will do the rest.
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22
OUR RESISTANCE

Battle lines on the scene Of the
fight for Negro rights are form
ing more clearly every day. Altho
there has been an appeal for unity
by various Negro leaders, it is
obvious in many quarters that the
race Is still far from achieving
this needed quality for power. Oul
methods remain as diverse as our
prescription, opportunity training
and background, despite certain
unified progress
There now comes a new note
in our theme of progress, March
On-Washington leader, A. Phillip
Randolph proposes to apply the
technique of passive resistance in
aiding the Negro toward the
heights. Students in a southern
Negro college tried it out some
time ago with some success, it is
reported, But whether or not the
American Negro in general could
apply Mahatma Ghandi's satya-
graya to his problems in a mod
ern land may be seriously open to
question.
| Western people generally look
upon Ghandis methods as a form
Of cowardice, or at least supine
attitude. Americans in general,
including the Negro suffer an abys
nal ignorance regarding the life
end problems of eastern peoples.
Few people understand that
Ghandi's passive resistance is
based upon profound mystical prin
ciplcs; that it is a method adapted
to the evolution of the Mahatma's
country. Altho it has not brought
Indian independence, the record
shows that it has brought Britain
to her knees many times.
Will 1t Work?
Can the Negro successfully APP
ply passive resistance to the attain
ment Of his detectives in Ameri-
ca? More than a year ago this
column suggested that some ele-
ments in the method might be so
applied. Observation of Ghandi's
doctrine in action discloses that,
far removed from the faint Of CO.
wardice, passive resistance re-
quires:
% Contempt for death, (2) a
holy passion for personal freedom,
(3) extreme devotion to leadership,
"a willing submission to torture
for a grand ideal, (5) the courage
Of obedience, icy impersonal visi-
on, and GU superior religion. un-
derstanding.
Do remember that passive resis-
tence was the ONLY defense OF an
unarmed people.
Most of the eastern peoples think
Of death as the gateway TO life
whereas the average Christian
thinks of il as a long sleep tc
await a resurrection; thus our feai
Of death. There is also the cast.
ern doctrine Of Karma. which
simply loans that Gas we sow sc
shall We reap. ore must repay
their debts on earth. and return tc
earth in a physical body continu.
ally until the debt is paid. There
fore. Ghandi's doctrine says to let
the other fellow inflict the suffer
ing upon you. for he shall pay
in the future, while inevitably you
shall be free as well as blameless
The Negroes condition in Amer.
en- resembles paradise in com.
pari.on with conditions in India
and unless there Is a widespread
Arkansas State press., 1943-01-22

right.
b. it remembered, that the eyes of 100000 900 people
in America will be focused upon the trial and outcome of
these five in Jones County, Mssssipp-Delta Leader
Evening star., 1943-08-11
War Dissolves
And Then Unites
Vaudeville Team
HOLLYWOOD

AlOLJL w NNI|'
1t took war to separate the
team of Hank Henry and Bob Aida
and it took the same war to reunite
them temporarily.
Two years ago Henry and Aida
were appearing in burlesque. Henry
was the comedian, and Aida was the
straight man. They were on their
way to the big time when the draft
board stepped in and plucked Hank
away to the Army. He eventually
found place in the cast of Irving
Berlins This Is the Army" Finally,
the "TTTA' troupe arrived in Holly
wood, to spend several months at
Warner Bros. studio filming the
Berlin all-soldier show.
In the meantime, Warmers spotted
Aida in a Chicago night club, signed
him to long-term contract, and
brought him to the Coast to play
the George Gershwin role in
Rhapsody in Blue"
Thus, the two eX-partners found
themselves at their goal-the big
time, and on the same lot. The only
difference is, Hank is a private first
class in the Army. while Aida. the
father of two children, is still
civilian.
They plan to get together again
after the war.
Evening star., 1943-08-11
Marriage Did No Harm

now Harry and I are looking for
smaller house. The one he has now
is too big. He rented it four weeks
before we were married, and he
planned to live there with his sec
retary, his manager and some of
the boys. All we want is a house
with couple of bedrooms and a
playroom. I don't care about for
NAL drawing room. The two best
features of the big house are the
pool and the housekeeper. But
we'll take the housekeeper with US.
Are we lucky to have her!"
1t seems that the housekeeper is
what Betty calls "a sensational cook
And the thing Harry and I do most
of is eating, Boy, do We eat! You
think I'm dieting now, don't you,
but at 4 o'clock I'll eat big meal.
Every time Harry comes home he
says to me, Are you hungry?' Yeah.
l reply. Are you hungry?' He al
ways is"
released by the North American
Newspaper Alliance, 1ncD
Evening star., 1943-08-11

worrying" about what will happen
below the Mason Dixon line.
That he will not talk about 1914
presidential campaign prospects.
That men in the armed forces un-
doubtedly will be afforded every
possible chance to vote in the 1914
election, mo matter where they are
located"
That he is firmly back of the per-
sonnel and work of the Democratic
State Committee of Minnesota.
The Postmaster General. who ar
rived here last night, said an ar
rangement badly would be
worked out whereby the Farmer
Labor party in Minnesota could be
combined with the Democratic par
ty, at least on questions of national
candidates.
He conferred with Farmer-Labor
leaders Monday night and planned
to confer later with Minnesota
Democrats, including county chair
men.