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Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

HAMPTON INSTITCTE, Va. -
(SNS)-Too little knowledge about
the bases of good physical health,
superstition and fads in eating
habits, failure to detect physical
and mental detectives at an early
age, insufficient mental hygiene.
and inadequate health services IN
the public schools were cited at
Hampton Institute last Monday
morning as pressing problems in
the field of health today.
The problems were outlined in a
panel discussion presented by
members of the Hampton Institute
summer school faculty. with
Charles H. Williams, head of the
physical education department, as
chairman. In summarizing the
discussion, DR.. Muriel Petioni, OF
Bennett College, urged the audi
ence of summer school students,
keep conscious of these problems
most of whom are teachers. to
an attempt 20 do something about
schools.
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
Health Problems
Topic at Hampton

Participants in the panel were:
Mrs. Maryrose Allen of Howard
University, who discussed physical
health, DR.. Margaret S. Quayle OF
Buffalo State Teacher college, who
talked on social adjustment and
mental health, DR.. P. C. Potts, OF
the American Foundation for the
Bind, who spoke on the necessity
for screening programs in the low
er grades, to locate and remedy
physical and mental defects,
Charles c.. Williams, Florida school
principal, who discussed health
programs in the public schools.
Roscoe Lewis of Hampton Insti-.
tute, who spoke on class room ma.
terials and mental health, and
Mrs. Gladys S. Reid of Atlanta
University who discussed FOODS
nutrition
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

tribution of public funds is very
bad. The state control under
S1130 Of the money would result
in a mere pittance being granted
for the care of Negro children in
some areas. In other areas no pro.
visions would be made for Negro
children, the AKA Council main
tanned. The policy of the Federal
Works Agency has a well estab-
iished policy of non-discrimination
The AKA Council has the supper,
of the Childrens Bureau of the
u. S. Department Of Labor Tor
it proposed amendment to provide
for equal distribution of the
funds regardless of race, color,
creed or national origin.
Quite simply We have two alter
natives states Mrs. Thon1asina
Walker johnson, legislative rep
-esentative of the AKA Council
on Public Affairs. Either the
Lanham Act Fund by which the
money must continue to come from
FWA, Or We must without fail
have inserted the on-discrimina-
ton amendment. S1130 is too i'm
portant a measure to be allowed to
pass in its present form. The
health and weIl-being of un-
counted numbers of Negro chill
dren depend upon its fair admin
stratiOn, as does the full utiliza
ton of Negro womanpoWer.
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
Now If S Colonel
Swarz Of WDCA

ganization with chapters in several
cities. It's motto is service to
service men, 1t also works with
the treasury department in Chica-
go, and is nearing the $54,O0O,00O
mark in bond sales.
Volunteer war work is not new
to Miss Swarz as she is the vice.
chairman of the American Red
Gross canteen, member of AWVS;
and an actress who presents her
one-woman shows at camps month
iy. She will work with various
chapters in nearby cities.
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

Clean cut, trim and streamlined
are the lines of this princess Fan
eled frock. Marian Martin Pattern
9459. so often for the modern
miss COR Mrs.) at business at
school. or at home. Button into it
without spelling your hajr-do. From
the sewing angle, it's simple!
Pattern 9459 may be ordered only
in misses sizes II, 16, Is, 20.
Size Is requires ga yards 81
inch fabric.
Send SIXTEEN CENTS in
coins for this Marian Martin pat
tern. Write plainly SIZE, NAME,
ADDRESS, STYLE NUMBER.
TEN CENTS more and the
Marian Martin Pattern Book Is
yours! Smart hand bag pattern
printed right in book.
Send your order to Atlanta Daily
World Pattern Department, 232
West l8 ST., New York II, N. 4.
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

She did not know that the gov
trnment of the United States doe.
not accept gifts in money from any
citizens or persons anywhere, I'M
less by act of congress. Therefore
she proceeded to raise some money
through her own efforts and the
efforts of some. Of her friends and
wrote a letter to the President OF
| the United States offering to con-
| tinue to raise and send this money
for the protection Of ms country
and hers
The letter found its way to our
office, and after reflection. we
thought of a way out Tor the pa
triotism o. Mrs. Rosa Lee Harris,
of Miami We therefore wrote her
to send the money to the American
Red Gross. care of James l.. Fieser,
an executive of that organization.
We explained To Mrs. Harris that
the United States government does
not seek or accept gift IN that way
Many sensitive people would re-
coil when that is explained TO
them but Mrs Harris has common
sense as well as patriotism and she
writes the following letter which,
we take pleasure in handing on to
other colored people and other
Americans of any race who may
take the time to read it
"I received your kind letter and
was glad to hear from you. Well
/ am on my way, sending the
money I have raised and am glad
that I can do that to help my
loving country. / am a bred and
born American and I love it.
Some Of my friends have backed
out, but not me. I will stand and
fight to raise money to help win
this war. am raising tire
money now by myself, and / will.
as long as can stand up. We
live here and 1 will never let my
darling lovely old flag fall, If l
have to fight all by myself. Amer
lea has helped me all my life and
will help all can to help win
this war. 7 am raising this money
not for one, but for all-white and
colored. I love them all and am
praying to God to take care Of us
all in this evil time of war.
with o,lr dear God before and
with our help, we will win and
continue to win. I am giving my
money and am giving it all and
will give my life If have to for
those that are under me, those
coming up to a better life and
peaceful country.
May God bless you for giving
me this chance Thank you"
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

During the winter season the
girl with oily skin and beaming
nose is full of means, but when
summer comes she howls Her
affliction, she believes. tops the
list Of beauty grievances.
What's the WhyfOre of this I'M
pleasant condition? Let's get down
to brass tacks. There is present
overestimated state of the sabe-
ceous glands. These little oil gey-
serS perform numerSous duties.
They remove waste products. They
keep the skin surface soft, smooth
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

ST. LOUIS-(A N P)-Appoint-
ment of Lou Swarz, nationally
known actress, to Lieut.. Colonel
in the Womens Defense corps of
America was announced recently
by Mrs. Nellie Bosworth, national
commander, from the national
headquarters in Chicago. Miss
Swarz also assist in organizing
chapters of the WDCA. She was
honored in her hometown, ST.
Louis, by the members naming the
chapter after her.
The WDCA is national Or
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
Aduice For Girls
With ShinySkins

and pliable They protect it from
in jury by friction. exposure to
strong sunlight atmospheric dust
and flaying winds. They are a
protective palrier against va
rious dangers. They keep the body
from losing heat too rapidly.
SEBUM NEEDED
From the blood streams they pick
up various elements that unite
and from, what is called "sebum. :
T h i substance is particularly
Necessary for hair health; without
it the shafts would become dry
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
SUSPECT is BOUND OVER
TO COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT

ATLANTA, 0SNS)-
Charged with the theft of a fan
valued at SIS from a local hotel.
James Davis, 80, of 448 Bedford
Place N. E., was bound over to
Fulton Criminal Court from City
Recorders Court under $1UC bond,
according to police reports.
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
MEN LOVE IT

Pluko has a fragrance men love. It's
compelling sweetness invites romance,
because the perfume-like scent of it
fingers irresistibly about you all
through those precious night hours.
And although Pluko brings such
added lustre to your hair, although
it has such exquisite qualities, Pluko
costs very little to use. 1t is sold by
dealers everywhere in generous eco
nomical sizes. In Amber, Csc, in
White, soc. Try Pluko once, and
you'll never be without it. Demand
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
Negro Woman Is
Florida Patriot
(BY WILLIAM PICKENS for AMP

There is Negro in the State OF Florida whom
all of the people of all the Florida would well emu
late This does not know all about the nature OF
ganzed governments but she knows that she is part OF
the United States of America ard that this is her country
she heard that the country being attacked by powerful
enemies from seas; she Immediately thought OF
what she could do about it,
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
SO-GOOD HAIR DRESSING

S0-GOod Hair Dressings have been man.
ufactured and sold direct to the people
who used it for the past 20 years. There
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

Ifugly, dull skin seems to hold you back
try Black and White Bleaching Cream.
It soon begins to tighten, brighten
the complexion. Skin becomes softer,
smoother, more attractive. Black and
White Bleaching Cream also helps 20
smooth out coarse blotchy skin. Try it
today. 25c, Soc sizes at all toilet goods
counters. ALWAYS be sure to demand
Black and White Bleaching Cream.
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
A HAIR BEAUTIFIER,

For more beautiful looking hair use
Pluko, genuine Black and White
creation. For Pluko actually does
beautify your hair as it helps you to
comb it out f1atteringly smooth and
soft. Hair cared for with Pluko Hair
Dressing becomes easier to arrange,
really behaves beautifully. and stays
"set" longer. You'll find it can be
such fun to do" your hair in many
heart-winning ways, while this ia
nous dressing keeps it well -groomed,
shining and smooth for many hours.
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
TREK ON HOME.

Then yGu meander into one OF
| the Exclusive" shops, or whizz up
to the fifth or sixth floor of one
| of the Swank department stores
f, snd twister; 81 like to see some
thing in Burgundy or Mocha.
| you've just read in some of the
| fashion magazines that these "ex-
citing" sounding colors will be
fashionable this season and the
model in the magazine was simply
stunningD SO. something in Bur-
gundy or Mocha" it is!
NOW, adding hat, shoes, bag; etc
to complete" the transformation
(for hullucinatiom you trek nome
Bathed, duly "made-up'' you dor
this new outfit Cor outrage ano
posel Knocking yourself out,
aren't you. Sharp as Hitler! Groo-
vey! Right in there! Wearing the
very best! Didn't you pay SO ano
So much for it! BUT
/. Is the style of dress you
bought suited to your particular
type? Does your figure Garry the
"long-waist and devastating hip
line?"
2. Does the color ''bring out
your complexion-compliment 1t?
8. Are your accessories properly
mixed-or are they all the same
color?
4. Does the shade of powder you
bought make you lovk artificial?
Lighter than you are? Darker?
S. Does your nail polish har-
monte with your hand colorinq
or do your fingers look like Lady
MacBeth's Bloody?
6. Does your lipstick make YOU
mouth look PURPLE?
T. Does your hat make your nose
look even flatter?
DON'T BE COPYCAT
What's the use? The important
thing is: did you remember that
you are one of many shades OF
BROWN an therefore must cult
vate beauty standard of your
own? ~"
Why be a "copy-cat?" Why use
cosmetics which were not intend
ed for you, and which oftimes do
your complexion more harm than
good? You can be just as smart
by BEING YOURSELF - if you
KNOW yourself
You are colored! So what? So.
play it for all it's worth. Make
your dark skin an asset !don't let
it make an ass of you! If dark
skin were undesirable, our Calca-
sian sisters wouldn't blister their
heads in summer trying to acquire
a tam would they? Yes, milady,
there's charm in color-"Brown
America" proves that! did some
one say that History is made at
night?o.
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07
6 Different WAYS
TO CHANGE THE
VERY ak Woo Look FACE

Black and White Magic Mist Face
Powder actually offers you 6 different
ways to change the very look of your
face. In tone, texture, clinginess, har-
monizing color, power to soften
harsh lights and shadows. A touch of
Black and White Magic Mist Face
Powder renews thelook Of freshnessto
your skin !. !. it offers you Aattering
loveliness. You'll thrill to the wayyour
choiceofsix harmonizing blends
with your own complexion. Be sure
to ask today for Black and Whites
new Magic Mist ~
Face Powder. Get the N2>
economical large size, en ~
counters everywhere. Nv
'!lI17'lI13
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

During those thrilling hours when
you are with him, your hair must
look its loveliest. You can enchant
him completely with softer, smoother
hair that lends magic to those init
mate moments. That's why glamour
wise women everywhere are count
ing so much on Pluko. :,
Jackson advocate. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1939-current, 1943-08-07

Mine times Out OF ter you've
bought the wrong shade of pow
der Maybe it IS called NIT
Brown - but that means Nut
Brown" for skin that the derma-
tologists and cosmeticians aid
tints will enhance skin that was
originally whit, and Is perhaLs
tanned" 1t doesn't mean tnat IL
will enhance the delicacy Of YOUR
lovely Brown skin -. ana the
same goes for iipstick, massacre
eyeshadow, etc.
The Hagerstown globe., 1943-04-23
HOT OFF THE
GRIDDLE

Did you know that you could
measure butter nicely for cooking
by buying it in brick? For meas
uring, vut l pound OF brick butter
or lard in half crosswise, each
equare equals one cup, Cut each
square in half for half cups. Cut
into four equal parts for one-fourth
cup. Cut each fourth into four
equal parts and each part equals
The Hagerstown globe., 1943-04-23
ne tablespoon

To prepare sweetbeads, let
them stand one hour in cold water
and then drain. Place them in
boiling water t. which one table
spoon vinegar has been added and
cook 10 minutes. Drain and plunge
them in cold water in order to keep
them firm and white After this
boiling, sweetbreads are ready
to cook in any way desired. such
as sauteing, broiling or creaming
To measure liquids. place a
The Hagerstown globe., 1943-04-23

standard measuring cup level Oh
the table. For fractions of cup,
pour in liquid to desired amount as
indicated on side of cup. To meas
ure full cup first look at your
measure, the one cup mark on scme
cups is at the rim. so fill that cup
brimming full. On some cups there
is a mark below the rim to indicate
enc cup.
The Hagerstown globe., 1943-04-23

One can save materials, time
and patience by owning a flexible
narrow spatula to remove the last
trace of batter from mixing bowls,
The Hagerstown globe., 1943-04-23

fruit that when heated and COM
bined with fruit acid and sugar.
causes the mixture to CONCEAL or
jell. All fruits do not contain this
substance. The acid and pectin
may be supplied by the addition of
the juice Of apples. plums, ounce.
etcetc,. or home made apple or com
mercial pectin.
The Hagerstown globe., 1943-04-23

10 loosen freshly baked cakes from
pans. to level measurements and
To do the many helpful little things
it is capable Of doing.
Wash dried figs, soak overnight
in bowl OF grape juice. In the
morning drain and serve in indiyid-
ual plates, several to each person.
This is also good for a luncheon
dessert. Add the leftover juice to
the next days pineapple or orange
juice.
Pectin is that substance in some
The Hagerstown globe., 1943-04-23

To open oysters: Pry open the
shells with an oyster knife or
narrow strong blade, Oyster liquid
when used in cooking, should be
strained.
The Hagerstown globe., 1943-04-23

Pectin is that substance in some
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18
NEWS OF MEN IN THE SERVICE
BOARD 15-A Army

Washington, Nov. 18-Two Con- necticut soldiers were reported miss ing in action, another was listed as wounded and one naval officer from the state was reported dead in cas- ualty lists released Wednesday by the War and Navy departments.
 Commander Rogers Elliott of the Navy, whose wife, Mrs. Marian B. Elliott lives at 37 Mott street in New London, was listed by the Navy as dead.
 The soldiers missing in action, both in the European area, are Technical Sergeant Charles H. FL well of 226 Lincoln street and Staff Sergeant Steve Krawczynski of 455 Burritt street, both of New Britain.
 Private Raymond Rubertiello of 246 Greenwood avenue, Bethel, was reported wounded in action in the Mediterranean area.
 Private John s. Murphy, husband of Marie Barnes Murphy, of Fox street has been transferred from Camp Grant Ill, to the O'Rielly General hospital, Springfield, Mo-, where his address is 31379518, Co. A-M-D-E-T-S, Barracks 233. He is former employe of the Waterbury Tool Go.
 Miss Rose Stance of 45 Olena avenue, who recently took the WAC oath. is awaiting an assignment for training. She hopes to receive Air WAC instruction.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18
FESTIVAL OFFERS. NOVEL FEATURES
Church of Blessed Sacra- ment Members Staging
 Popular Annual Event

With members of the various par ish societies acting as hosts the closing features of the annual pro- gram arranged in connection with the annual harvest festival will be held tomorrow evening and Satur- day night in the parish hall of the Church of the Blessed Sacrament. A number of new features will be in evidence. Rev. Edward L. Morrison. pastor, and honorary chairman of the committee of arrangements will head the reception committee to greet the present and former par ishioners.
 President Thomas P. Cassidy is being assisted by corps of excel lent workers in perfecting plans for entertaining m mambers of the parish and their many friends. An enter taining evenings entertainment is promised all Women of the parish under direction of Mrs. Cornelius E. Maloney will conduct their cus- Jomary cake sale.
 The general committee headed by Chairman John R. Clark, includes: Honorable Frank McEvoy, Harold Reeves, Chris Poulson, Charles Curtin, Michael Caputo, Raymond Stone, Michael Murphy, Harris Mo Sherry, John Lane, Joseph Nacherio
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18

Production will be suspended at the factory at 2:15 and will resume after the ceremonies. Each employe will receive three tickets and 8 ca- pacity attendance is anticipated. In- vitations have been extended by Benjamin Ozaroff, plant manager, to representatives of the New York office, outstanding jewellers of the country, and representatives of var ious manufacturing concerns.
 Cross To Officiate
 The services of Milton J. Cross, famous opera critic and radio com- mentator, and Miss Myra Manning, charming Chicago Civic opera star, have been obtained for the day. Commander Samuel J. Singer of the Navy department personnel in Washington, D. C., will represent the U. 8. Navy, and Lieutenant Colonel Lee H. Tucker, the Army. R. B. Lecour, adjutant general of Connec- ticut, will represent Gov. Raymond E. Baldwin, who will be unable to attend. Other honored guests in- clude Mayor John s. Monagan, city officials and members of the Army and Navy personnel.
 A plant visitation will be made in the morning and 8 luncheon and reception for the distinguished vis- ators and official members of the "E" party will be held at the Hotel Elton preceding the ceremony.
 The presentation of the Army Navy "E" to the Benrus Go. writes another bright chapter in the his tory of Waterbury's all-out effort for victory. City officials, as well as the Chamber of Commerce, are pleased immensely with the recog- hilton of the skilled craftsmanship ef Waterbury's war workers.
 The coveted pennant which will oe flying shortly from the staff of he Benrus plant on Cherry avenue will share honors with similar awards presented in recent months
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18
COAL SHIPMENTS
 EXPECTED HERE

A request for nine emergency carloads of coal was made yester- day at the state office of Solid Fuels Administration for War, w. E.. Comstock, chairman of the local dealers ODT committee, reported today. Several dealers of the city are reported to have exhausted their supplies.
 It is believed it will be several days before the emergency ship ments come through. Meanwhile some regular shipments are expect ed to arrive here and alleviate the current shortage.
 The emergency fuel office con- tinues to serve local consumers who have only few days supply of coal on hand and are unable to secure delivery through their own efforts. The headquarters can be reached only by calling 5-1127.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18


 MT. and Mrs. Charles Ulevicus of 62 Alder street received word this morning that their son, Joseph, has been promoted to Quartermaster third class in the U. s. Navy. He is now somewhere in the South Pacific. Prior to en- listing in the colors he was em- ployed at the Chase Brass & Cop per Company.
 MT. and Mrs. Norman Neale of Waterbury Road have with them for a few days their son, Corp. William D. Neale, A U. s. who is home on fu-lough from Fort Denning, Geor- gia, where he is an instructor.
 Sergt. John Brophy, U. S. Army, is spending a furlough with his par ents, MT. and Mrs. James Brophy of Watertown road.
 Corporal Kenneth Purdy, son of MT. and Mrs. George Purdy of 1910 Hamilton avenue, has returned to Greenwood, Miss, after spending a furlough here.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18
Big Storm In MoniIo

A broadcast by the Japanese con trolled Manila radio, reported to the OWI, said last night that Manila has been paralyzed by typhoon ard flood that inundated most of tii.l city, knocked out electric, power, gas and telephone services and dis rupted the water supply system.
 The broadcast, making 10 mention of casualties, said all governmental agencies were mtbilized and ina- cated the storm began three days ago by saying that the Manila radio had been off the air for two days due to transmission difficulties caused by the storm"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18
MUSICAL SOCIETY
 HOLDS REHEARSAL

The newly formed Waterbury Jew ish Musical society held its first rehearsal last evening at Beth-El hall. The success of the venture seems assured by the splendid dis play of enthusiasm and interest last evening. The next rehearsal will be held Wednesday evening. November 24 All interest in becoming affiliat- ed with the city's latest musical movement are invited to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18

to the Scovill Manufacturing Co.,, American Brass Co.,, the Chase Brass & Copper Co.,. Waterbury Tool Co.,, Bristol Co, Farrel Foundry, Chro- mium Corp. of America, Ingersoll plant and other local plants whose production work has been made the subject of official citations.
 Radio Celebrities
 The appearance of Milton Cross as master of ceremonies also adds more than an ordinary touch of in- terest as MT. Cross is known by his voice to thousands of Waterburians, who have heard him over the air or who have attended concerts in New York, where he has officiated. Low ell Thomas, Fulton Lewis, Jr., and John B. Kennedy were among the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-11-18

Private Nicholas J. Stanecki, a former resident of EastOn ave- nue was recently honored at a surprise party at the home of MT. and Mrs. John Houghteling of 1896 North Main street. He has been with the U. S. Army En- gineers IA months and expects to go overseas in the n0t-too- dis tant future.
 Motion pictures were shown at the party and bOuntiful meal served the guests who included Mir. and Mrs. Ogden Dukeley and daughter, Jane, MT. and Mrs. John HOughteling and sons, Frank and John, Mrs. Edward Stanecki MT. and Mrs. Frank Stanecki anr son. Teddy, Mrs. Anthony Stanecki and daughter, Jane, of New York. Mrs. Victor Sipperly and son Vic tor, and Miss Lorraine Sipperly.