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St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

areas OF the city.
The Housing Authority Ia set
ting up n relocation office to aid
people who have moving prob
lens. The Urban League. has
likewise. stepped up its program
OF combating racial discrimina-
ton in housing and Ia seeking the
acceptance OF Negro renters and
buyers in the city at large.
The League also plans to main
tain It's contact with the Author
ity's relocation office and other
groups in dealing with the prob
lens incurred in the carry through
Of this project.
Persons who have problems In
connection with the sales. pur-
chase or rental of property are
encouraged to contact the 81.
Paul Urban League.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

In a letter to Lewis w. Doug
las. chairman of Brotherhood
Week activities of the interfaith
conference, Carey said the action
was taken because some of the af-
filiated bodies of the conference,
especially in the South, openly
engaged in discriminatory prac-
tees, such as excluding Negroes
from their deliberations or ac-
cording them only limited parti-
cipation."
CLIO disclosed this situation for
some two years with the confer
ence, emphasizing that we could
not affiliate ourselves with organi-
cations that permit racial discrim-
nation in the constituent bodies"
In writing to Douglas with the
authorization of Clio president
Walter P. Reuther, Carey said in
part: "Our differences are basic
ones relating to the implementa-
ton Of organizational policies.
sour organization is fully COM
mitted to the abolition Of racial
segregation and discrimination.
Our procedures do not permit us
to indulge in partial application
OF this principle. Therefore, we
find It impossible to successfully
cooperate with organizations who
deal with thiss ubject on vary
ing basis. The entire situation is
very much to be regretted"
Carey said that "in the abb
sence of a fortnight policy state
ment against race discrimination"
CLIO affiliates viii be advised not
TO participate in the work Of the
National Conferenle of Christians
and Jews.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
q. 2. HENDERSON IS
ElEcTED GOPHER
Elks RULER

Gopher Lodge No. los, IBPoE
of w held its regular election Of
officers on December 9. B. F. Hen
derson was elected exalted ruler.
The election was conducted by
District Deputy Edward l. Boyd,
Officers in addition TO Mr.. Hen
derson elected were Alexander B.
Jordan. leading knight; Albert
Smith. loyal knight; Carl A. Nc
Daniels. lecturing knight; b. J,
Perkins, esquire. James H.
Thomas. secretary; Lee A.
Gvynne. treasurer; J. II. Cruze,
inner guard: William White. tyler
and William Billiard. trustee.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

ance program. the League has
maintained close contact with the
Housing and Acknowledgement
Authority. This was done in or
der TO determine how the project
would affect Negro families.
At present the two main prob
lens are % the purchase of pro-
pcrty in the Western and
Capital areas by the Housing
Authority at prices based on cur
rent market values that are ac-
ceptable TO the owner, and (2) the
relocation OF families into housing
that Is decent, safe, and conviently
located.
Questions have been raised az 10
how the prices being offered for
property were determined? The
prices that property owners are
being offered are based upon
civilizations made by experienced
appraisers employed by the st.
Paul Housing Authority. These
appraisals are supposed TO repre-
sent the current market values.
The Housing Authority has en-
tered into contracts with certain
real estate firms TO make offers
TO individuals for the purchase OF
their property at the appraised
price. They are not supposed TO
offer any more nor any less than
this set valuation. Persons who
have any questions about this pro-
cedure are urged to talk with Of
fetal Of the Housing Authority
at room 1745, Court House.
Number One Problem
The number one problem with
which Negroes are faced, accord
ing to Thomas A. Talley, execu-
tive Secretary Of the ST. Paul
Urban League. is that of finding
available housing in which to
move. The Rice-Lexington Area in
which the majority OF Negroes
live is already overcrowded.
Therefore, housing must be found
elsewhere. Persons who can meet
the income limitations may be
able to secure accommodations at
Roosevelt and McDonough low
cost housing projects. Those who
are Interested should apply at the
earliest date.
Tailey states that the League
has been In contact with number
OF people In the two areas, several
OF whom have already made plans
to move TO other quarters while
others have indicated difficulty
in acquiring property In other
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
MINNESOTA NCCJ
Is CONCERNED WITH
INTERRACIAL RELATIONS

The Minnesota director of the
National Conference, Max Karl
would make no statement on the
withdrawal except to say that it
is regretted.
Mr.. Karl did furnish this news
paper with a portion Of recent
minutes of the executive board Of
the Minneapolis group Of Octo-
Der 20. 1883, which said:
"s.s In seeking TO educate for
brotherhood the National Con-
ference properly takes concern
for the state Of interracial rela-
tons and seeks to discharge Its
responsibility for promoting
good win In that area Of human
life. ss. the field Of tnterraciai
concern and function Of the
Of concern and function Of the
National Conference Of Chris
tians and Jews"
Mr.. Kari also pointed out
that all national NccJ policy
making boards. commissions and
committees include both whites
and Negroes.
Numbered among the Negroes
who have served on national
levels Of the NCCJ are such well
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
Four Year Old Burned
BY voporlzer In
Home Accident

Monday. little four year old
Bruce scroggins, son Of Mr.. and
Mrs. Clyde scroggins. 1914 Oak
Park Av. NJ. overturned vapor-
izer that his mother was using for
younger child.
AZ a result he suffered second
degree burns on his right leg.
Bruce was rushed to the hospital
where he was given treatment and
later returned to his home.
The accident occurred early Mon
day morning. December IA. Tho
child is reported In fair condition.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

formed for Sister Kenny, Com
munity Chest and Veterans hos
pital.
Edward L. Boyd and Martin
Weddington will assist the Phyllis
Wheatley Staff in entertaining
the large number Of children ex-
pected at the party.
Fezzan Temple extends an In
vitation to all children to be pre-
sent for an enjoyable Christmas
Party. Don't forget the time. 2
p. m. Saturday.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
MASoNS' GRAND MASTER
JOHN LAWRENCE OFF
FOR SPECIAL SESSION

John r. Lawrence. Dat Iglehart
Av., Grand Master of the Prince
Hall Masons Of Minnesota. will
leave Friday evening. December
IS. to attend the special session
Of the Conference Of Grand Mas
ters converting in Chicago.
The meeting will be held in the
newly acquired Masonic Temple
located at 1927 Cottage Grove A.
The special session which Is
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
Post Masters To
Confer Degrees On
Sundov Afternoon

Prince Hall Masons of the four
Twin City Lodges will confer the
Past Masters degree on newly
elected Masters OF the lodge at
a p. m. Sunday, December 20, at
Perfect Ashlar Hall. IA st. An
thony Av., St Paul. Past Masters
Council win be in charge.
The Matrons' Administrative
degree win be conferred upon
matrons and patrons elected to
the Eastern star chapters at 5
p. m. The Matrons and Patrons
Council viii conduct the cere-
monies-
Refreshments win be served
during the social hour that viii
follow the work.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
chrisfmos Edition Coos
To Press TvesdoyiiI
Two Days EuriylIi

So that subscribers will be sure
TO get their paper before Christ
mas. the Dec. rs edition Of this
paper win be printed, mailed and
on newsstands Tuesday afternoon,
Dec. %. Mail subscribers should
receive their papers Wednesday
Dec. 20.
Persons having ads. news items
or any other material for our
Christmas edition should get II to
the Minneapolis office Of this
paper by Monday noon, Dec. 81.
Thanks for your cooperationl
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
SINGER WILL HAVE
BUSY SCHEDULE

Ermine Hall Allen. contraito,
sang in the Messiah presentation
at First Baptist Church. St. Paul
Sunday night.
This Sunday afternoon she win
appear on a program at the In
ternational Institute. Tuesday at
9 .. m. she win sing at the Union
Station.
Christmas eve the singer win DO
the supporting artist at st. Johns
the Evangelist church
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
Mrs. vivion Williams
Diesj Remains Sent 10
81. Louis, Missouri

Mrs. Vivian williams. 40, 700
Lyndale Av. N. died at her home
on Thursday. December IL. Funer-
al services were held at the Wood
ard Funeral Chapel at p. m.
Saturday. December IL. Her re-
mains were shipped TO 81. Louis
for burial.
Survivors include her parents.
Mr.. and Mrs John w. Jones of
ST. Louis. two sisters and other
relatives.
Woodland Funeral Home was in
charge of arrangements.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

mas party spon-
sored by Fezzan
on s aturday y.
December 10, at
2 p. m. Miss
Dial viii present
a program of
Christmas music
and songs for
children.
She has per-
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

Frank Robinson. a.. 4io i4th Av.
s., in whose room Mrs. Smith was
found dead with bullet wound In
her chest and hand.
Police were called at s:25 a. IN.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

Looking for the latest records .
Like the spirituals-YuIetide fav-
orites-clAssics-hit tunes' You
can find them at the RHYTHM
NOOK. Rondo q yictoriAl II we
don't have your selection, wen
get II for you.-advt
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
GOLF CLUB AUX Met

The Twin City Golf Association
Auxiliary met on Sunday. De-
cembsr IS at the home Of Mn
Aiverta corsm. lo5 st. Anthony
Av. The club discussed It's social
calendar for the winter season.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

by II. p. tSquirren
Jones, a ncighbor
who lives at i32oh
s, Fourth st. Jones
told police he
thought there was a
dead woman In
Robinson's room.
obinso n was
found In the apart
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
League Offers Counsel
To Families Affected
ByHousingRede

The St Paul Urban League announced plans this week for
extending services implement the Housing Redevelop
program in St. Paul The League particularly concerned
with the welfare Of approximately 235 Negro families living in
the Redevelopment
From the earliest planning stages Of ST Paus slum clear
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
Protests Bios:
Protests Bios:
Clio Drops Support Of
National Conference Of
Christians & Jews

Washington, d. C-Because of basic differences" over
discrimination the Clio regreuy has withdrawn support
the National Conference of Christians and Jews.
Announcement of the action was made by CIO Seey-
Treas James B. Carey chairman of the CLIO Civil Rights
Committee in story in the Dec CLIO news.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

In California; Mr.. and Mrs. Ro-
bert Taylor, 1850 Fourth Av. s.
win leave Wednesday. December
%. for Los Angeles. Calf. to
spend the holidays visiting Mrs
Taylor's father. Mr.. T. l. shivers
and two brothers. Marvin and
Herbert shivers.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

/ scheduled for one day, was called
by Amos T. Hall, Grand Master
of Oklahoma and president Of the
conference.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
Woman Found Slain;
Grand Jury To Get
Evidence On Dec. Is

The Minneapolis police homicide squad has compiled evil
dence the death of Mrs Helen Smith, SIG Adich Ave- NJ
Minneapolis who found shot death early Saturday
morning Dec IL and will present it 10 the Hennepn county
grand jury Monday, Dec. %.
Held in Jail without charge, pending the jurys action is
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18
Shriners Hosts:
Auxie Diol To
Play And Sing
For Kids Parry

Auzie Dial, talented and well
known musician win appear in a
benefit performance at Christ
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1953-12-18

Out OF Hospital: Mr.. Eugene
Johnigan. 2sio Clinton returned
home Monday. December II from
Fairuew hospital where he under
went surgery. His condition In re-
ported as fair.
Montana farmer-stockman., 1953-05-15
Spring Fancy
By LEONA MAUGHAN


dress up your home? Cleaning time
is wonderful time to redecorate
without extra work and with very
little, if any, added expense.
Think of your home furnishings
as you think of your wardrobe. A
few accessories can change the eff
feet of the basic pieces. Too many
accessories give a cluttered and
dowdy look. One decorator h
said that some people do not need
to add anything more to their
homes. All they need is to keep
putting away the things that ac-
cumulate.
Let's start in the living room with
those knicknacks. How many of
them do we really want to dust ev-
cry day? How about some different
pictures? When we take the Grapes
down and clean them, lets store
them until next fall and replace
them with chintz to blend wit h
some bright slipcovers Ito save the
furniture as well as perk it up) or
investigate the new inexpensive pa
per draperies. We can put most of
the houseplants out of doors. Let's
keep a few small ones and some
cool looking vines for summer liv-
ing, though.
Dining Room Changes
Let's replace the dining room CEN
terpiece of candles with flowers and
+n1 nlo
more prominently. Now is the time
to use that gay pottery more often
and to try place mats instead of
the usual table cloth, too.
I think I shall replace my rose
candlewick spread with an inexpen-
sive bingham check in green and
yellow. I'll replace the Grapes with
a gingham valance and tie the cur
tains back with bright bingham
bows. Now 1 have completely re-
decorated the room with an entire
new effect as well as a new color
scheme
love wall paper. I think 1 will
paper at least one of the bedrooms.
No other inexpensive wall cover
ing gives me so much pleasure. I
am not adept at getting it to stick
to ceilings, however, so I will use
cold water paint on them.
And Bedrooms
For the children, linoleum on the
| floor is a must at our house. 1t is
good for year around wear with a
| OF "a n
it comes in delightful patterns suit
able for any decorating scheme or
age range. Irene and Betty need a
plain wall on which to hang pictures
from magazines, hobby collections
and school art work. Now, a bed
spread that will stand lots of wash
ing and bright curtains.
If our children are not as neat
as we wish, is it because they dc
not have adequate closet or drawer
space? Are hooks and shelves placed
low enough for them to reach? Dc
they need a step stool here as vel
as in the bathroom? Or do they
need to be reminded a little more
often about some of these careless
habits?
Bathroom. Too
The bathroom will get a goo,
cleaning and some new towels. Plas
tic shower curtains and window cur
tains are inexpensive and lovely t
look at in this room where stear
and dampness makes cottons linn
and bedraggled in a short time.
And last, but most important t
farm women-the kitchen. If on
of the new wall cleaners does nc
Evening star., 1953-04-05

be able to utilize MIR. Harkness' generosity
for our children's benefit
Dr.. BMdick bent his head. and the con-
gregation followed suit. All but Ben Huckins.
. He Stared at the big man while his deep voice
rumbled m prayer. Ben knew that piece of
land down by the river. It'd never been worth
much, and when the state condemned part
Of it for levee Harkness had been paid a lot
more than the whole piece was worth. Cen
erosity. indeedl He must have snorted, be-
cause Evelyn's elbow dug into his ribs again.
When they were finally out in the foyer she
hung back little.
Ben said, I'm wait IN the car"
Evelyn put her gloved hand on his arm.
Ben, would you mind if asked Dr.. Burdick
to dinner?"
Evening star., 1953-04-05

He hesitated, glanced through the opened
church doors at the slanting rain and sighed.
There would be no tennis today.
''Okay. Days spoiled anyway"
"Renr'
He WINGED a little because he hadn't really
meant it. He grinned. Sorry, honey. Sure.
it's okay by me"
HAVING the minister to dinner certainly I'M
proved the boys table manners. They stayed
out of the conversation, asked politely for
what they wanted and seemed to have lost
some Of their ravenous appetites.
Ben ginned sympathetically once at Ricky.
the ten-year-old. Ricky started siclLly smile
and then froze as Dr.. Bwdick glanced at him.
Play football, Ricky?"
Evening star., 1953-04-05

afraid one Of the reasons went into the
ministry was because I'd had enough excite
ment. And now / find that this is the most
exciting thing IN the world Breathtaking.
sometimes" He paused. took his pipe from
his mouth and rubbed his thumb slowly over
the polished bowl. DAY after day. he said
softly, "a succession of small miracles"
Evelyn came in. and they sat with their
coffee. DR.. BMdick smiled at Ben. You
know, Mr.. Huckins most ministers have to
work on faith alone. There's no financial
reserve = you just 60 along with your plans,
praying and working. and when the time
cOmes whatever you need i there at hand"
Ben laughed shortly. wish it'd work for
me. There have been times when I've really
had to scratch to make the first of the month.
It sure took more than prayerl'' He ignored
Eyelyn's frantic glance.
UR. BURDIcK smiled. The power Of prayer
ispractically UNEMPLOYED, Mr.. Huckins. Prob
ably yours weren't answered because you
didn't think they would be. You not only
have 10 pray. you have TO believe. too"
Ben couldn't resist Il. Like this youth
hut thing?"
Dr.. Budick nodded. ''Thatsright."
Benstretched out his legs. avoiding Evelyn's
glance. you mean. seriously now, that youT
get that place by prayer alone7"
Dr.. Burdick's glance was steady. vaguely
disturbing 70 Ben. A matter Of fact the
calm, quiet, assured gase irTitated him. BY
what right did this big young mzn ST there
talking about prayer getting him what he
wanted when he should have been out hus-
tiing for it9
Il believe we will," Dr.. Brdick said
quietly. ''N the whole community Joins in
prayer. I'm sure we win.
That leaves you quite an out. !" Ben said.
'Bmr'
Dr.. Bwdick chuclled. ITS an right. Mrs.
Huckina Believing. really believing. i the
hardest thing IN the world TO do. Even the
disciples who'd witnessed the greatest miracle
Of an time, didn't believe at first
He Get down his empty cup and stood up.
I'm have to run along" he said. 1--WE
calls to make"
41vEA>AAN 01AAA law AAAAA&A1 ~ o1y ~ ESAk
when they were alone. She was too angry.
Her eyes hlazed and her cheeks were white.
The sm came out hxieify while she stood there
facing him putting . glory over the late spring
flowers with which the living room was filed.
But she paid no attention.
Just because you couldn't play tennis to
day you don't have to take It out on evegyonel
Sometimes just don't understand your
II don't undzstand him." Ben returned
shortly. knowing that be hadn't behaved
well only lent an edge to his voice. "A big
husky guy like that ought to be working for
what he WantsY'
She spun On her heels and went swiftly up
the stairs, h9 back stif, her head high.
She didn't come down; and be didn't no ND.
The tension increased, and late in the after
noon when the clouds dripped rain again. he
got into Ohisrainclothes and went out IN the car.
He drove aimlesGly for q time and then
Evening star., 1953-04-05

''Oh. sure. Yes, SIR -. little" he added
hesitantly. as if wondering if the church
approved.
Great game, football. Used to enjoy it,"
Ricky's mouth dropped open. did yOw
play football?''
High school and two years Of college
Dr.. BMdick smiled. remembering. PLAYED
tackle. Seems to me now that for SIX years
all ever did was pull my face up out Of the
mud. Funny thing. never got to like the
taste Of mud. either"
Ben laughed. The guy had sense of humor.
"Is that how you got the SCARF" Joey asked.
Playing football?"
"JoeyE' Evelyn's face grew pink.
DR.. BWdick laughed and gently touched
his 6ngatips to the scar that began on his
forehead at the right temple. and ran back,
family visible. through his hair.
NO" he said ruefully, Il got that at Two
Jima. was standing up when should have
been sitting down - way down. And had
my helmet off - something no Marine should
ever do"
Joey's eyes were huge. ''Were you q
MGrine2"
Fourth Division" " Dr.. Bmdick said.
well. how do you like that?' Ricky ex-
claimed. ''You. fightin' Mariner
"Ricky," Evelyn said quickly. ''the
Marines have chapaams. just like the other
branches Of service"
DR. BURDIcK shook his head. Il wasn't a
chaplain, Mrs Huckins. was buck ser-
geant. But it was at Two that decided. " He
smiled at Ben. "As matter of fact, wouldn't
have been surprised to find the whole division
IN theological college after the war"
Ben chuckled. Il know what you mean.
was in the Seahees. There were times when
needed more than fox hole"
Ben had been hesitating, butt now he reached
into his pocket and drew out two cigars.
Dr.. Bmdick shook his head. No, thanks.'
He flmbled m his pocket and looked at
Evelyn. DO you mind if smoke my pipe?'
She smiled happily. 'tOf course not"
Dr.. Burdick looked down a. he worked his
pipe IN the tobacco pouch. II guess wasn't
quite as inconsistent a. the sailor they tell
dUOUt WAA0c cAup WdS UOApcOOe0. f1e 1OUuaQ
himself floating an alone on the surface Of the
ocean. It seemed time for prayer, and he
gave it everything be had. He confessed an
his sins and promised the Lord that he'd
follow IN His footsteps If only be could be
saved. just then something hit him gently in
the hack Of the head and he turned around to
find life raft floating behind him. He looked
up at the sky and said: Never mind, Lord,
/ found me raftp"
IHEY all laughed, even the boys. The meal
ended, Ben led Dr.. Bmdick into the library
while Evelyn prepared coffee. The minister
settled into deep chair with sigh Of con-
tentment while Ben stood at the window,
studying the sullen day.
"A fine family you have, Mr.. Huckis."
Ben turned. Thanks" He sank into a
chair. inspected the ash on his cigar, and
looked up. Maybe I'm nosy,' . be said, but
after football and the Marine Corps don't you
a.
Evening star., 1953-04-05

ron kAS1kR Tho Editors selected this moving story by
Leon Wsre which has ending predict great many
Of our readers win long remember. The author = Ca
foran and Of tOdays successful fiction writer's
Evening star., 1953-12-17
Special Di.poteh 10 The ssor


CINCINNATI, Ohio, Dec. IT.
AS the Nation commentaries
the first powered airplane fight
by Wilbur and Orville Wright
so years ago today at Kitty
Hawk, N. c., a little. 76-year-old
woman living in q home con-
Quoted by the Little Sisters of
the Poor here has her own
special memories Of that oc-
casion.
She is Mrs. Marie Linke,
widow of Charles Linke who did
the woodwork on the airplane
which was to make history. Mr.
Linke was a band-saw operator
who was working in a Dayton,
(Ohio), plant when Wilbur
Wright went to him and said.
Charlie, will you cut this wood
to specifications and plane the
spruce?"
That was the story as Mrs.
Linke, who is a native Of Lock-
land. Ohio, told it yesterday.
Her husband finished his as
signment and, according to his
widow, was confident the Wright
brothers would do what they set
out to do-prdouce the first
powered flying machine. Her
husband, also, Mrs. Linke said.
was not in the least impressed
with his own share in the ac-
complishment, brushing it of
with the remark. Whats the
difference? Some one else would
have done it if I hadn't"
Neither did her husband bother
to keep clippings about the flight
or the Wright brothers, as far as