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The Wilmington morning star., 1946-07-05
Doctor Says
MYXEDEMASL0W
VICTIMS APPETI1E
BY WILLIAM A. O'BRIEN. Mn

Persons suffering from nyx..
dema (too little thyroid gland Sc,
cretion) have characteristic an.
pearances and SYMPTOMS. But mt
every patient with a low meta.
bolic rate breathing tesO has nv,
xedema.
Myxedema may develop anon,
individuals 30 to so years Of aye
and it is most common in wornen
Friends and relatives often ar.
the first to notice a slowing Of IN.
victims mental and bodily acti,
witty, accompanied by an increas,
in weight, a change i'll the appear.
ance of the face, and swelling o.
the body.
The expression of a myxedem,
patients face is dull, the eyelids
ESPECIALLY the upper ones ara
swollen, and bags accumulate I'M.
der the eyes. The usual skinfold,
and wrinkles are leveled out by|
the swollen tissues. The skin isl
pale, and the patient may resemble
one who is suffering from kidney
trouble or dropsy.
The patient usually consults hjsI
physician because he observes in
himself a lack of ambition. The
disease may have been present for
some time, yet, unless he has al
~neurotic tendency, he did nothing
about it previously.
Other characteristic features Of
myxedema are dry skin, dry, thinI
hair, thinning of the eyebrows
hoarse voice, slow pulse, and cold
extremities. Most myxedema pal
tents are anemic and complain o|
stiff joints and muscles. On hot|
days they feel cold and wear heavy
clothes to keep warm.
Myxedema develops after th,|
thyroid tissue is destroyed by in.|
lection, or after an EXCESSIVE
amount has been removed during!
an operation. Unless a goiter pre-
coded the trouble, the thyroid
gland is small.
Because of the similarity Of my]
xedema to several other diseases.
the true nature of the condition
may not be discovered for some
time.
In myxedema, the basal metabo.
lism, which Is determined by
measuring the oxygen consump.
ton in the morning before break.
fast after a good rest, is 80 to 40
per cent below normal. AS a re-
suit of the low metabolism, the
appetite is poor and there is a ten
dency to gain weight. In some Of
the mild forms of the disease, the
basal metabolism may not be low.
cred so much, however.
Treatment of myxedema with
thyroid extract yields amazing re-
suits. In a short time the pa.
tents appearance returns to nor
NAL, and all the symptoms disap1
pear. AS a rule, the thyroid extract
is given until the lack Of thyroid
secretion is overcome.
Many women with low metabo.
ism (minus IS per cent to Is per
cent? do not have myxedema. Some
of them are apparently normal,
while others have ovarian and
menstrual difficulties.
An overweight condition is &C.
casionally associated with IN. r
activity of the thyroid gland, but
in the majority Of cases, e
among women, obesity res
from eating too much, %exerciss
too little, or both.
The Wilmington morning star., 1946-07-05
Philippine Republic

Yesterday, by voluntary bestowal
on the part of the United States, the
Philippines Commonwealth became the
Republic of the Philippines.
From the time they were wrested
from Spain and General Funston captur-
ed Aguinaldo, ending internal revolt,
the Philippines have been the ward of
the United States. Contrary to the
practice of most nations in conquered
territory, this country set itself to the
task of developing the islands, instead
of exploiting them, and training the
people for self government, with the
result that when World War II came
the Filipinos with few exceptions fought
with valance and exceptional loyalty
side by side with our forces against
the Japanese, both during the original
attack and when General Macarthur
returned to liberate them.
Now they are free-free to make
their W way in the world. Not long
ago, while in Washington, the new
Philippine president, Manuel A. Roxas,
explained how, instead of breaking the
bonds that bound the Filipinos to us, the
new relationship will be strengthened.
Said he:
eve can, if we choose, reject special
relations with the United States. We
can orient our foreign relations as we
determine best. We can become allied
with China, with Siam, with England,
or with France. We can become allied
with Soviet Russia. We have full free
dom of choice. That is implicit in the
grant of sovereignty.
"But I assure you that as far as I am
concerned, and I think l have some in
fluence in the matter, we will do none
of the things I have just mentioned.
The magnetic pole of u foreign-policy
gravitation will be the United States"
This, he explained, is the "over-
whelming sentiment and unsuitable
determination of the Philippine people.
Why? Because, he added:
Instead of sending US soldiers, ex-
ploiters, and overseers, you sent us
teachers and road builders, doctors and
engineers. You trained US in political
-.
democracy. You Filipinized our govern
ment, u school system, our municipal
administrations. You taught us a devo-
ton and a love of your ideals and prin-
clples, your heroes and your pioneers"
1t Russia were not so blind it could
find in our Philippine policy the true
answer to it's foolish claim that we are
an imperialistic power.
The Wilmington morning star., 1946-07-05
Religion
GODS EXTRAS
By WILLIAM T. ELLIS

In eastern Pennsylvania, and
elsewhere, so far as 1 know, we
have had an unmatched Spring.
Blossoms and flowers bloomed
never so brilliantly and abundant
ly. Suburban lawns and highways
were ablaze with color. The dog
wood trees seemed to be holding
high festival. An added lustre
shone from the azaleas, and tulips
stood up and preached the gospel
of beauty with fresh eloquence.
Violets, blue and white, thrust
themselves forward with added
size and abundance.
This matchless floral display
turned me to a re-reading of Archi-
bald Rutledge's charming little
book, "Life's Extras" which ex-
pressed the thoughts that were
struggling in my own mind. For
this effulgent Springtime has been
n of Gods "extras''-a gift of
beauty an peace and promise in
a time torn by gravest anxieties.
1t is an expression OF His beauti-
full thought of us.
This earth, upon which the
Creator-Father has lavished such
bountiful beauty, is not going to be
destroyed by any atomic power.
Instead, God is preparing it for
the habitation of the Kingdom of
Heaven.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10

zation that had not done so all ready, to wire in protest and de- mand effective action by President Truman, Attorney General Clark and Governor Arnall. 2. Each representative that could do so contributed to a group telegram of organizations there that evening, to the same personages. 3. An approach to be made to an alder man to introduce to the Common Council a resolution placing the City of Hartford on record pro- testing the recent lynch murders. 4. Approach Mayor Moy1an to set aside a Day of Mourning for the Monroe, Georgia victims. 5. A mass rally to be held Saturday, August 10 at the Old State House at 12 noon.
 Throughout the evening, it was pointed out again and again that not only must acts of violence which has been occurring with all too much frequency against our returned veterans be condemned, but it's fascist tendencies from an international aspect must not be over looked. The relationship of fascism in Palestine, Poland, Spain, and in the early stages of Hitler's Beer Hall Pustc h." brought home the necessity of uti- lizing the Monroe, Georgia incl dent as a focal point in order to obtain necessary decisive action NOW.
 Attorney Joseph Ress, in the name of the Hartford Fellowship Commission, and other organiza- tions, agreed to approach Mayor Moylan to request that a Day of Mourning be set aside in reverence to the murdered victims. This will take the form of an hours closing of all stores through out the city, and a one minute radio silence and issuance of a proclama- tion through the city.
 A resolution, introduced by Roe co Curto (Ward 3 Dem.) was pre- sented to the Common Council to place the City of Hartford on re- cord as protesting the Monroe lynch action.
 Plans for the projected Satur- day Rally was placed in the hands of a committee of Bill Conroy Percy Christians, and Claire Arlit- man. In view of the public re- Friday, it is assured that the pro- jected Saturday meeting will be a tremendous success with a pro- gram of outstanding speakers being lined up for the occasion.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
.Jalnaicans Mark Emancipation Day

On Monday, July 29, over one thousand tobacco workers from the various plantations in the county celebrated the anniversary of their freedom from slavery.
 The program began early in the day with athletic events such as swimming, foot races, boxing, and a tug of war.
 In the evening there was danc- ing with music by Tiny Quinn's orchestra. Three hundred of the city's loveliest young ladies acted as hostesses.
 The program, an annual event here since the advent of the mi gratory workers, was planned by the Connecticut Council of Churches in cooperation with the Shade Tobacco Growers Associa- tion. This celebration usually ob- served on August 1 had to be moved up three days because the Colt Park program was filled for that date.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
Vets Observe V-JDay Here

Hartford citizens will honor the dead of World War II and exam inc the worlds situation a year after the wars end at a VI Day Observance sponsored by Hartford Chapter No. 1 of the American Veterans Committee at West Mid dle School Wednesday at 8 pm
 An inter-racial, inter-faith me morial service for the men who died in service will open the pro- ceedings. A panel including U. S. Senator Brien McsMahon, Rep Chase Going Woodhouse, and It Gov. Wilbert Snow will then dis cuss the topic: "Peace-one Year After" Governor Raymond E. Baldwin has also been invited to take part in the observance.
 Charles Laughton, IT,, of 9e Brennan Rd., West Hartford Chairman of the Hartford AVG announced that members of all veterans groups and the public at large are invited to attend the ceremony.
 The American Veterans Commit tee (AVC), which is sponsoring the observance, is the largest or ganization of World War II vet erans. 1t has supported FEPC leg islation and it has no "lilywhite' or "jim-crow" chapters. It is one of the veterans organizations which are demanding a full pen sion for Isaac Woodland, the Ne gro vet whose eyes were gouged out by Southern police. The Ma tional Chairman, Charles G. Bolte author of "The New Veteran" re- gently denounced the army refusal of Negro enlistments.
 The Harvard Chapter of AVG already includes in it's member ship about a dozen Negroes, and invites all progressive World War II veterans to join in it's activi. ties. Lafayette Fucker serves or the Executive Committee of the organization.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
Alpha A.C.
 Changes Name

Hartford - The Alpha AC, the states leading Negro football team during the past five years held an informal practice session and meeting at Keney Park Sun- day, August 4. Forty-five young hopefuls were present.
 Among the plans discussed were those of seeking admission to a league; raising funds to obtain insurance; defraying the cost ot uniforms and getting the proper support from the public.
 In the future the team will be known as the Hartford Steamrol- lers.
 Coaches David and Glass expect to put a top notch team in the field this fall with the wealth o1 material on hand.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10

Employment Practices Bill, which died in the House last year after Senate passage.
 s'The establishment of fair em- ployment conditions, regardless of the augmentation of 8 workers skin or the birthplace of his an cestors, is something our state cannot put off with honesty" he declared. "In the prosperous era which lies ahead for Connecticut there will be no room for hiring practices which discriminate against any race, creed or color One of the things I believe in, and one of the goals shall work for if I go to the Senate, is the es- tablishment of a fair employment practices law which gives every. body an equal opportunity to carr his living, and stresses ability in stead of ancestry"
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
Negro Cannot Be Elected Alderman
 If Charter Adopted

A new charter has been pro- posed by a Charter Revision Com mittee, for the City of Hartford. A great deal has been written in the daily papers what a great thing it will be for Hartford if it is approved by the citizens at the next election and passed by the state legislature next year.
 This charter bears examination by the people who are asked to vote for it.
 If the charter is adopted as it now is written there will never be a Negro alderman in the Common Council of Hartford - Why? Because under this charter you have to run at large, that is throughout the entire city. The charter provides that if you se- cure 300 signers to a petition you may run in the primary election which is city wide. If you are then among the highest eighteen
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
|Lebo1l Reveals His Platform
READERS NOTES

In regard to all articles wherein a candidate for a political office is mentioned, the CHRONICLE merely prints them as news items. They are not to be construed as evidence of a stand by this news paper.
 With every indication of a three-way caucus battle in the of fing, Samuel Lebon, Twelfth Ward businessman who seeks Democrat ic nomination to run for the State Senate from the Second District, revealed that he has been busy this week conferring with Hart ford city officials on proposed leg islation which would benefit mu- nicipal government.
 Promising that during the forth coming caucus battle he would dis close a "good government plat form," MT. Lebon said he had talked over municipal legislative needs with Lawrence Pagan, Vel fare Department head; George F. Kinsella, Board of Assessors; Roy al W. Thompson, Street Superin- tendent, and members of the De- partment of Finance.
 When he announced his candi- dacy for the State Senate, MT. Le- bon said one of his legislative goals would be the obtaining of larger state grants in aid of road and street construction and well fare, in addition to obtaining re- lief of grand list taxes.
 MT. Lebon said that as a result of the talks, "I will be able, if the Second District sends me to the Senate, to go to work without de- lay on a program that will pay dividends in sound municipal gov ernment."
 Turning to his consideration ot state legislation, the state central committeeman said one of his in. tentions involves active support o1 any Senate revival of the Fail
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10

you can be candidate for alder man in another city wide election. It would not only be expensive but impossible to elect Negro candidate under such a set up. Today with the alderman being elected from wards it is not only possible but very probable that either one or both of the major parties will nominate a Negro for alderman from the third ward in Hartford. The Negro population has grown to such an extent in that ward that such action would be politically eNpedient.
 Under the new charter there from the entire city. Do you think that one of us would be mo- minated much less elected in a city wide contest
 There are many good points in the charter but any charter that denies any hopes of a large class of the population from ever holding office is not good govern ment.
 Make your voice heard on this question and let us and your friends know how you feel. As long as this election provision is in the charter we fail to see how we can support it.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10

Supernumeraries, Marshall Wood and Madison Bolden were appoint ed regular policemen on Monday night, August from a list of thirty-two eligible. Seven more will be appointed on September 4.
 Since Lester Abbott decided not to take the appointment as a su- pernumerary, the public has felt
 that another Negro might be con- sidered in his place. Two very
 eligible young men are seeking positions on the police force at present. Their names are |Jewett Newkirk, prominent former local semi.pro athlete and Robert East erling, former amateur boxer, and
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10

Offtimes writers are prone to travel to far off places for inter resting bits of news, but let us pause here for a moment to cheer Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Barnes, wife of Hartford's leading mortician, MT. Lonnie B. Barnes.
 On July 1, 1946, the vivacious Mrs. Barnes became licensed funeral director, having success fully passed the Connecticut State Board examinations. For 15 years she has been associated with her husband.
 Along with this achievement is revealed the fact that she is a de signer of lovely fashions, having
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10

MT. Simon Bernstein on Tues day announced that he was a can- didate for the Democratic nomina- ton for State Senator in the Sec ond District, an area which in- cludes all of the North End.
 'I am a candidate for the nom- ination," MT. Bernstein said, ''be- cause I believe that the Democrat ic voters of the district are en- titled to a choice between inde- pendent public service and party factionalism. The success of my candidacy depends upon what the people think of my public record My candidacy is not supported by party regulars or irregulars, but is an outright appeal to registered Democrats who wish to encour- age liberal and progressive legis- lation."
 MT. Bernstein's independent can didacy was regarded as of extreme importance by party leaders in the district. During the last two mu- nicipal elections, won. by Republi- can mayors, Alderman Bernstein ran far ahead of his ticket in the Fourth Ward, which went Repub- lican both times.
 As Alderman, Mir. Bernstein inn mediately established himself as a courageous and outspoken civic leader. He contributed to munici- pal affairs by creating aldermanic committees to stimulate new li- braries and municipal aviation. In the field of social legislation he authored the resolution creating the City Day Care Centers. He was also the author of the resolu- tion condemning the employees of the Philadelphia Transportation Company who objected to the up- grading of Negro employees. He also introduced and secured pas sage of the resolution requesting the employment of Negro police men at a time when none were so engaged. Since this resolution 8 Negro policemen have been en- gagged.
 MT. Bernstein served on the Board of Finance, which handles financial problems of the city, with such distinction that he was re- nominated unanimously even re- ceiving the endorsement of the Republican Aldermen.
 On August 5, 1946, the Hartford Daily Courant in it's editorial stated,
 "There is no doubt that MT.
 Bernstein's candidacy will at
 tract many independent voters
 for the simple reason that his
 course of action in public life
 has been independent. MT. Bern stein's battle for nomination is
 a noble gesture that will be watched with considerable inter est........"
 agreed to carry out joint pro- gram as follows: 1. Each organi-
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
Carter In Tw O.
 Trailer Slrlashup
By George A. David


 Lucius c. Carter, popular Hartford socialite and athlete of 5 Brook Street, was involved in a two-trailer accident on August 1st. The big Paramount Com pany Trailer driven by Garter was struck by the National Transpor- tation Company trailer on Route No. 5 in North Haven.
 ''Lu", as known by his more intimate friends, was slightly in- jured in the back and suffered hip injuries. He was examined and x-rayed by a North Haven phy- sician and also by a Hartford phy- sician. At press time, the Chro- nicle was unable to determine the seriousness of Carter's injuries.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
Hartford Joins in L.VnChinQ

roe, Georgia lynchings have far reaching effects even here in Hart ford, an effect which must not be allowed to die out as usually is the case, the American Youth for De- mocracy and the earlier mentioned organizations, met Thursday, Au- gust 1, at the North End Commu- nity to plan a program to keep the issue before the public eye.
 Those delegates so authorized,
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
Board Appoints
 Two Regulars

most recently corporal of the Marine Corps and veteran of major battles in the South Pa cific.
 A talk with any of the residents of Bellevue Square will convince anyone that more policemen are required in that area.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
Woman Enters
 A Unique Field

graduated from New York's Fash ion Academy, and the exclusive Mcdowell School of Designing and Dressmaking.
 We are wishing her every suc- cess and Godspeed as a servant of the public.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10

name is not used by 1equest) hap pened on two women who had 'found' pocketbook containing money in the Central Square area. Being informed that she had be- come 8 partner in the find she obtained a sum of money and turned it over to the fim-fam- mers.
Hartford chronicle., 1946-08-10
LADY VICTIMIZED
BOSDON, MASS. (Special)

BOSTON, MASS. (SpeclaIl
 The old pocketbook trick - one which has cost the people of this country enough millions to float 8 battleship - was pulled again this week, this time in Cambridge and to the tune of a $600.00 loss for it's victim.
 A Chiffon Street woman (whose
Detroit evening times., 1946-01-22
Arrange Ball
At Yacht Club

TO HONOR retiring board
members and to present new
directors, the Crosse Pointe
Yacht Club will hold its first
Directors Inaugural Ball Satur-
day evening. The clubs newly
elected commodore. George \.
Lilygren. is in charge of ar
rsngements for the formal al
fair and will make the intro
ductions.
A special cocktail hour Is
scheduled from : 10 $50 o'clock
when dinner wall be served.
Working with Commodore
Lilygren in preparation for the
event are Harlow C. Stahl, Eu-
gene O'Keefe, Edmund Grady,
Carl Smith, Russell French,
Jesse w. Fleck, Mrs. Z. c.
Baumgarten and Mrs. Victor
Graft.
Club directors plan 10 make
the ball an annual occasion, 10
take place each year after the
January election Of officers.
Detroit evening times., 1946-01-22
Eastern College Women Sponsor Benefit

THE SEVEN eastern womens colleges the night OF en- >
viii take Hall. for performance featuring
Larry artist and Paul Draper dancer
ninth annual scholarship benefit sponsored by
this group. ,, ,
Frederick Jones. representing Welesey.s general
chairman. -, D..
And Elijah p. Loveioy president OF the local Byn
Mawr College Club lis assistant general chairman. ,
They yesterday with their various subchaInon IN the
City Club. map plans... ,.v c., .,.
Their assistants Victor Adams III, Smith aumna
-. Mrs Frederick Dykstra Barnard Mrs John A. GustuS
Todd (NaSsarl Virginia Keller Snith
-. Mrs Stewart Dow mount Hoyoke) Mrs Charles b'
Mrs Stanley F. Dole WelleSley' mrs
John G. Dunn president Of the Radcliffe Club Mrs George
Waldbott (Vassar) Henry p Dewitt Byn Mawr Jane
Stewart Barnard . Mrs Robert Rutherford Mount Hokokc
Mrs Edgar Averl .and Barbara Cupper wellesley .
presidents Marion Cromwell (t5arnard
. Mrs Theodore Mount Holyokel Mrs Colin Campocl
(Smth) Mrs Langdon T. Crane Nasa2 and Mrs Johh W.
Campbell wellesley.
Detroit evening times., 1946-01-22
Sacred Heart AIumnae TO Gather

THE ALUNNAE ASSOCIATION Of the Sacred Heart Con-
vent in Lawrence avenue tomorrow will hold its annual open
Beaver Edwards speak at 2:3o o'clock on Hands and
Faces for he Wounded
repo will be made drive for food and clothing to
helm rehabliate destroyed the war area:
of everything henE sent
N ali members of alumnae this is be the man project
~ Mrs Edwin Horan arranging be given after the
meeting. ra,,.,rl j.
Mrs II ] Knrlcan. Mrs. Frank Weston Mrs James
Murphy Alice Dowley...
Detroit evening times., 1946-01-22
Catholic Women S Class

THIS MORNINGS training
class for members Of the De-
troit section. National Council
of Catholic Women. az the.
Catholic Youth Organization
center was the first in a series
Of Tuesday meetings 20 enable
volunteers 20 select the par
tIcular task and social agency
in which they are most IN
terested Next Tuesday class
VIII meet ~ the 81 Francis
Home for Boy- m Fcukell ave-
nue.. and the theme will be
Taking Care Of Other People S
Children.