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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1954-08-29
SIS Million Needed
For District Libraries
Now, Official Says
By lack Jonns


The demand for public library
services here is growing faster
than library facilities, District
Librarian Harry N. Peterson has
reported to the Commissioners.
He said that despite reforms
which brought more efficient use
Of space, it still is inadequate,
particularly at the main library.
In his annual report for the
fiscal year, Mr.. Peterson pointed
out that a 81 million budget
item for library expansion had
been turned down several times.
He expressed the hope that
the Districts 10-year building
program would eventually pro-
duce savings which would pro-
vide that "a million, but said
that $2.5 is needed now for par
tial expansion to meet the grow
ing demand for public service.
More Books Loaned.
Increased use of the library
was noted both in books loaned
and telephone calls received.
During the fiscal year which
ended June 80, the public liz
braries here loaned out books
2.015,736 times, an increase of
39.476 over the previous fiscal
year. Use Of mounted pictures,
films and records also increased,
Mr.. Peterson reported.
The number of books loaned
to children increased faster than
those loaned to- adults. Mr..
Peterson said this was because
Of the increased enrolment in
the schools. The increase in
books circulated to children was
IS. 493; to adults, 3.983.s 8:
Book Total Drops.
The number of volumes on
hand, meantime. went down. Al
though 1902 books were added.
by purchase and gift, 1854
were Withdrawn from the shelves
because they were obsolete or
worn out. This left the total
on June 80 at $780, 08. compared
with 872.75O volumes on hand a
year before. ....
The library answered more
telephone questions, too-17 per
cent more.
1.-THE handling of telephone
inquiries is a serious problem"
Mr.. Peterson reported. Because
| of the number of calls, 1t will
be necessary to install a larger
switchboard"
The biggest increase was in
calls to the business and eco
nomics division, up 81 per cent.
American Freedom Stressed.
Concerning the public's inter-
ests, Mr.. Peterson reported:
Judging by requests, the
reading public was concerned
about the problem Of maintain
ing traditional American free
doms while combating Com
munism."
He said demand was heavy for
books on American history. on
Russia and Communist China,
on European conditions, on the
Middle East and on Indo- China
Technical Books Popular.
There was sustained reading.
also, of books on atomic energy
and space travel. and technical
books were in high demand.
Children, he reported, showed
a strong interest in science, "but
cowboy stories were in less. de-
mand."
Mr.. Peterson also said that
book requests by parents and
professional workers reflected the
current concern about juvenile
delinquency.
Television shows OF all types
frequently inspired reading dur
ing the year. as did concerts and
plays, the librarian reported.
Last November, the librarians
took a count OF. the people who
came to the library. and learned
that 10.130 came afoot, 1854 by
streetcar. 5.416 by bus. 1920 by
private car and 421 by taxicab.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1954-08-29
Stanley Names
Group toDecide
Schools Policy
q Assemblymen
Asked to Advise on
Segregation Issue
BY fhs Associated Press

RICHMOND. Va. Aug. 3D.
Governor Stanley today handed
the task of framing State policy
on the issue of school segrega-
ton to a 32-member commits
sion Of the general assembly.
In calling on the legislators
themselves to advise q course Of
action to meet the decree Of the
Supreme Court, the Governor
strapped the idea he had con-
sidered earlier of naming a BIZ
racial citizens commission to
seek out the answer to the prob
lem.
"But further thought and
many discussions with citizens.
school officials and legislators
has led to the conclusion that a
legislative commission will be
BEST" Governor Stanley said.
primarily because any program
relating to the public school sys-
tenn must be considered and
acted upon by the general as
sembly."
First Meeting on Sept. Is.
He asked members of the COM
mission to hold their first meet
ing here at II am. September Is
to organize. He said he would
make available all information
he has on the subject and would
be glad to consult with the COM
mission and assist it in any way
possible.
The commission includes State
Senator Charles r. Fenwick and
Delegate j. Maynard Magruder
Of Arlington.
ut Is needless for me to en-
phasize that this is an extremely
important matter which calls for
our best thought and most ear
nest attention." he added.
The task that faces the new
commission on public education
apparently Is one that calls for
continuing separation OF the
races in the public schools and
still meeting the requirements
of the Supreme Court. which
held that segregation on the
basis Of race and color alone is
unconstitutional.
Favors Segregated Schools.
If these two apparently con-
flicting ends cannot be met, then
ON the basis Of suggestions
made by the Governor and other
State LEADERSHIP commission
may consider the view that Vir-
ginia get out of the public school
business as State constitutional
must-or, at least. scrap the
compulsory school attendance
laws.
Gov. Stanley proposed last
June the State might eliminate
the constitutional section requir-
ing the State to maintain public
schools-not as a means of
scrapping the school system. he
said: but rather to give the gen.
eral assembly more legal elbow
room in dealing with the prob
lem. IL
And, the Governor said further
in this connection. Il shall use
every legal means at my COM
mand to continue segregated
schools in Virginia.
The new study commission is
comprised of 13 members of the
State Senate, 10 members of the
House. It includes two Repub-
licans and at least two members
from each of the States 10 con-
gressional districts. The chair
men Of both Senate and House
Education Committees are on the
commission.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1954-08-29
Military Government
Reseryists End Truinind

A group Of Washington area
Army reservists. the 300th Mill
tary Government Group. ended
two weeks training yesterday at
Fort Meade. Md.
The unit is commanded by
Col. Godfrey w. Lewis Of pa
Belle Haven road. Alexandra,
deputy director Of the State
Departments ONCE of German
Affairs. Most Of the members OF
the unit are veterans Of World
War II service,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1954-08-29
Department Stores
Report Good Day on
Saturday Opening

Washington department stores
were open yesterday for their
first Saturday in seven weeks and
generally reported a good day.
Shoppers-many Of them &C.
companied by school children
were thinking about fall.
And unlike last year. the
weather didn't discourage au-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1954-08-29
Navy Ordnance Engineer
To Retire After 40 Years

Edward s. Hoffman, 70, a Navy
Bureau Of Ordnance engineer
and a Government employee for
nearly 10 years, will retire on
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1954-08-29

Fell Business Prospects Surveyed by
The Stor. Poss BIZ
, 1954-04-14
WEDNESDAY,, APRIL Il, 1854
TOO SOON TO JUDGE

TOOSOON TO JUDGE
IN ANEWS article headlined Selection Of Usher Rifles
Virgin islanders the New York amsterdam News Of April s,
1854 notes the fact that resentment was expressed by Virgin
Islanders about the appointment Of Charles K. CIaunch,
which the article terms an assistant White House usher
THE ARTICLE noted that Ashley L. Totten, president
Of the American Virgin Islands Civic Association, had said
that the newly appointed Governor did not have the neces-
sary experience for the post, and that wide protests would be
made to the White House.
H POINT ABOUT which we are presently concerned
here IS the statement as to Governor Alexander. Nj. Totten,
Of course, has every right to express his opinion. He IS a
native, has always shown much concern as to the welfare Of
the Islands, and knows his way about. However, we beg to
differ with Mr. Totem. AS Of this point, it may not be safe to
say that the new Governor is totally unqualified to act in that
capacity. It is, in our way Of thinking, much too soon to make
that decision.
EVERYONE KNOWS why the appointment was made;
that the reason was twoFold, and that under the circum-
stances, the Republican Party could have done little else, all
things considered. In any such appointment there are often
serious considerations and overtones which reach far and be-
yond either the individual or the office, and observers, know
ing this, accept the facts as they are.
No DOUBT THE fact that Mr.. Alexander is a wealthy
man, made success on his own, and is still prosperous may
have been some Of the underlying reasons, since success
in ones personal affairs is often the keynote to success in all
other things. However, that is not enough for Us here 70 de-
eide that the new Governor may not function effectively,
in ALL FAIRNESS to the man, give him time. Perhaps
he may be able TO draw upon wide experience in the business
field, perhaps his wide acquaintance il business can be q
source Of much support. Perhaps he brings with him some
fresh, inyigorating and inspiring approach. We do not yet
1.... u ..-4.l ro Lc,.cI o5 +;roaNA ~ obcnun and occacc wa
think il both unwise and unfair to indict.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
FINAL RITES FOR
JOHN N. MeCARTY
ARE HELD THURSDAY

Funeral services for John NJ.
McCarty. $50 Carroll Av., were
held on Thursday at IL a. m. at
the Camphor NJ. f. Church with
Rev. Jerome DelPino officiating.
Mr., McCarty, who had been i'll for
the past nine months. succumbed
at st. Lukes Hospital on Deem
Der 9th. Born in Newton, Missis-
sippi, he had been in st. Paul
since 1912. He was member of
Camphor NJ. f. Church and the
Brotherhood OF Sleeping Car Port
ers.
Mr.. McCarty is survived by his
wife, Mrs. Jeretha McCarty: his
children. Edwin. Eugene. Darlene
and Charlene: brothers. Roosevelt
McCarty OF ST. Paul, Albert Nc
Carly of Meridian, Miss and Peter
McCarty of Detroit, Mich: an
aunt, Mrs, Bertha Cyrus Of Chi
cago. H.; sister, Mrs, Mary Ell
len Lewis, Of Detroit and Mrs.
Beatrice Hardin He is also sur
vived by a number of other rela-
tives.
Burial was in Meridian, Miss.
Brooks Funeral home was in
charge of the service.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
BORDER METHODIST CHURCH

Rev. Paul Neal was the speaker
on Sunday, December 5th. Border
had a very nice attendance and
quite a few visitors.
On Sunday, December IL, Rev.
Charles Sections text will be taken
from Romans 18th chapter. His
subject, I'VE who are Bold in our
Confidence" These sermons lead
ing up to the birth of Jesus make
US realize more than ever the real
meaning of Christmas, which we
are apt to lose in the busy activi-
ties of every day living.
When we hear the carols that
are now being played throughout
the city, we know that Christmas
is a joyful time of the year to all
who receive and gratefully ac-
knowledge heavens gift.
Mrs. Sadie Williams, Oil E. 22nd
st. is i'll in Northwestern hospital.
Don't forget to send a card to our
sick members.
Remember the Vesper service at
p. m. each Sunday.
WSCS meets on the second Mon
day of the month at p IN. at
the church.
My thought for the day: I will
try to prove worthy Of my name,
Christian. -- Reporter
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
Rev. Floyd Massey Jr.
Returns From Meeting
A. Green lake, Wis.

Rev Floyd Massey Jr., pastor of
Pilgrim Baptist church, returned
yesterday from the mtd-yesr
meeting Of the Council on Mis-
sionary Cooperation of the Amer
can Baptist Convention at Green
Lake. Wis.
The American Baptist Conven-
ton is made up of churches in
Northern USA., with $4,000
constituents. The Council On Mis-
sionary Cooperation, a top execu-
tive group, is composed Of clergy
men and laymen from coast-to-
coast. Rev. Massey. the only Ne
gro member, is serving the last of
his three year term.
The theme for the meeting was
Christ Also Loved the Church
And Gave Himself For II" The
general UNCONVENTIONAL budget
for 1855 was considered, The Spec
iaI Emphasis Effort and the gi-
gantic eight million dollar
Churches for New Frontiers
campaign were discussed and
planned,
Pilgrim Baptist Church is a
member OF the American Baptist
Convention, predominantly white
as well rs the National Baptist
Convention. L, S. A, predomin-
antly Negro,
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10

study went to New York Univer-
sity Feeling the ministry too
much OF a challenge, he took up
bio-chemistry at Chicago Univer-
sity
While at the University of Chi
cage he was associate pastor of a
church near the campus, II was
there that the Bishop told him he
should devote fun time to the min
istry, Six years ago he became
Minister of the Border Methodist
Convention in Winona.
Pictured above with Reverend
Sexton are members of the May
flower Mariners Worship Commit
tee, a college age youth group.
sponsoring this service. Left to
Right: Ann Beran. Chairman; Ted
Smith, Jim Blaishneld and Glor-
Ia Epple,
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
BEN BRADLEY DIES

Funeral services were held at 2
p, m. on Tuesday, December 8 for
Ben Bradley, a veteran of World
War /. at the Brooks Funeral
Home.
Born in Arkansas, he had been
resident Of st. Paul for 80 years
In January, 1854, Mr. Bradley was
retired from the Pullman Com
pany after 30 years Of service,
In III health for the past -four
years, MIR, Bradley succumbcd at
Ancker hospital on Saturday, De
ccmber 4, shortly after he was adj
mitted.
At the time OF hts death. Mr.
Bradley lived at 2S5 Harrington
st He formerly resided at 3i0 81,
Anthony Az Rev, b II, Hunter,
pastor OF Mt. ohvet Baptist
church ofnciated az the funeral.
Burial was in Oakland cemetery,
Brooks Funeral Home was In
charge OF the service. There are
no known surviving relatives,
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
CAMPHOR CHURCH

Last Sunday, Rev. Jerome De
Pine spoke on the need for indi,
viduals to be less self-centered and
better followers of Jesus Christ
II we follow Christ He will change
our personality. make us better
able to endure the hardships in
life, help us to be less moody
respondent. and unhappy, and
teach us how to lead more fruitful
and satisfying lives.
In cooperation with other
Methodist Churches in America,
members Of Camphor turned in
their small rice bags of money for
Korean aide.
Mrs. Ira Rawls was elected
president Of the Woman's Society
Of Christian Service. She is hop
ing that every woman of Camphor
will cooperate with her in a sin
cere effort to make this organiza-
ton bigger and better.
Mr.. John McCarty. a faithful
member of our church, died re-
Gently. Our prayers and thoughts
are with his family in their hour
of bereavement.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
MRS. ElGlE CLAY
ST. PAUL RESIDENT so
YEARS DIED SATURDAY

Mrs. Elgie Clay, s95 st. An
thony Av., a resident of st. Paul
for over 60 years and veteran
church worker died on Saturday,
December 4, at Ancker Hospital,
after an extended Illness Mrs.
Clay, who was an active member
of the Gospel Chorus of st. James
AME church until her last con-
finement. had been in i'll health
/ for the past nine years.
Mrs. Clay was born in Princeton
Kentucky. Funeral services were
held at 2 p. m. on Wednesday at
st. James AME church, with the
Rev. Calvin Parker officiating
Mrs. Alma Freeman sang, Pre-
cious Lord" and Life Is Like a
Mountain Railway"
She is survived by her daugh-
ter, Mrs, Gladys Williams, son,
Airing Reese; and grandchildren;
Mrs. Eunice Jones, Carol, Linda
and Janice Williams; Airing Reese
Jr., Francis, Charles and Michele
Ruse.
Burial was in Oakland cemetery
Brooks Funeral Home was in
charge of the service.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
Funeral Rites For
Nathan Harvey
Were Held Toduy

After an Illness OF 10 months.
Nathan Harvey, IS II, Belvedicrc,
snccumbed ON Monday, December
.. at his home. A native OF Ton.
ginauS, kans,, Mr.. Harvey had
been u resident of ST. Paul for
80 years. He was formerly EN-
ployed by the Armour Packing
Company, but nj the time OF his
death was retired,
Funeral services for Mr.. Har-
vey, a member OF Pilgrim Bsptist
church were held on Friday, De-
cemher 10. with the Rev. Jerome
Del Pine officiating.
Mr.. Harvey Is survived by his
wife. Mrs Nathan Harvey; bro
theirs, Raleigh, Curt and John, Of
Kansas City Kans: daughters
the Mines, Irene Garrett, Mabel
Robinson, Pearl Gatlin and Grace
McHudson. two sisters, Mrs
Amanda shepherd and Miss Allie
Harvey,
Brooks funeral home was in
charge OF the service Burial was
In Elmhurst cemetery
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
David Foison Is
Elected Ames
Lodge Ruler

Ames Lodge, 100 IBPOEW.
elected David Faison exalted ruler
Monday night at the lodges an
nual election.
Other officers elected were
esteemed leading knight, Fred
Tierce: esteemed lecturer knight,
NJ. l.. Lofts; esteemed loyal
knight, Mac Webb; financial sec
rotary, Charles De La Compson;
inner guard. 7. f. Alternately;
tiler, A. Mitchell; esquire, Rich
ard Smith and treasurer, r. b
Warren.
Ed Hayes. J, T Owens and VIII
lie Burrell were elected trustees.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
SIOUX
r A L L S
NEWS
N O 7 z S
BY Kaye Coates
$40 Mable st.
Sioux Falls, s. u.

The Christmas spirit is fully in
swing here and we are living 1t
up. Schools, churches are all busy
rehearsing for programs, etc.
The ]. Cabbells' started the sea-
son off with a bang. The Cabbsll
house was warm with friends and
good wishes, as Jerry Cabbell is
sued invitations to friends to drop
in for cocktails during the hours
of 2 to 8 Saturday afternoon. The
coy kitchen served as the bar,
while a beautiful table set with a
beautiful holiday setting, filled the
choice Of dainties, kept the fun
lovers gay. We are very, very
proud of our James, he with the
American Legion chorus is TO
sing on the Ed Sullivan show that
is to be at the Coliseum Dec. 10
The Cabbells' have been nothing
but an asset to our community
since they moved here from Sioux
City. Iowa a couple of years ago.
Shirley Tolbert and Reta Dy-
sart, both had birthdays last
week, both shared family blessing
cake and all the things little girls
like. Shirley is 10, the daughter of
the A. Tolberts. Shirley is doing
fine things with music. She was
pianist for Sunday services, at her
church and she did very nicely.
Reta Dysart is three. and full Of
the fun and spice of a three year
Did.
Really nice seeing Monroe Lof-
ton. Monroe has been away on
business from his wife and family
for sometime. We know the 3
little youngsters are happy to have
their daddy home. While Mrs,
Lofteon has expressed her glee by
letting Mr.. NJ. do some baby sit
ting. Mr.. Lotion did make achieve
ment. He left by train and came
back by car. Nice big Buick!
Theodore Parker enjoyed his
birthday gathering while friends
and well wishers visited the Mox-
ley home. Saturday. to help Theo-
dore celebrate his day.
Knowing the Spencer Blakey's
of Yankton, S. Oak, we share the
heavy burden they carry these
days, having lost their child in a
fire that destroyed their home in
Yankton, S. d.
VIM. Rosebrough did a most UNI
usual thing. He resides in Chica-
60 and he left there to spend his
vacation here, because he was
stationed here during the service
in World War II. Everyone was
happy to welcome him. Most
soldiers never want to see the
place where they were stationed,
He is residing in the f. Cameron
home.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
ALICE JACKSON DIES

Mrs. Alice NJ. Jackson, $40 Car
roll Av., succumbed on Wednes-
day. December / at St Joseph's
hospital Funeral services were
held at o a, m. on Saturday
morning with the Rev, John
wirth, st, Peter Claver Catholic
church officiating.
Mrs. Jackson. a resident of ST.
Paul for a number of years is sur
vived by her sons, Edward ]. Jack
son of st. Paul and Claude Jack
son Jr, of Minneapolis. She is al
so survived by two grandchildren,
Steven and Dona jackson of Min
neapolis, and a sister, Miss
Blanche Buck.
Burial was in Calvary cemetery.
Brooks Funeral Home was in
charge of the service.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST
CHURCH

our service was well attended
Sunday. Dec. 5th. Our minister
Rev, l. c, Harris brought 10 us
another fine message taken from
the Gospel Of ST Luke. 22nd chap
ter and 6lst verse. "Aad the Lord
turned and looked upon Peter. And
Peter remembered the words of
the Lord. how He had said unto
him. before the cock crow, thou
shalt deny me thrice" Using for
his subject: He Heard the Roost-
er Crow" Our pastor brought out
that rooster Growing was very
familiar with every one and many
have heard them crow 10 awaken
them in the early morning But in
the text, Christ Jesus placed the
ROSTERS Growing into the plans
Of salvation. He made IL point out
10 Peter the truth Of Divine rrro-
phecy, causing Peter to remember.
United with the church by
Christian experience We're Richard
Davis, Roosevelt Thompson. Miss
Ruby May Jockson, Mrs. Luella
Jackson, all former members Of
Bethesda Baptist Of Minneapolis
ard Mrs Annie Moffett. a for
mer member OF Mt, Zion Baptist
church Of Jackson. Mississippi.
We thank God for the addition.
Our evening service was well at
tened at the Portland Av. Chris
tiau Church. Our Baptisrnal SER
vices wehe held and The Lori's
supper was given Four were
haptised
The Pastor and members OF the
Portland Church opened wide their
doors for us free Of charge and
made US welcome Such love
showed That we are our brothers
Keeper" All are welcome AZ this
friendly church. Minister'S verse,
Matt 25;S5. For was hungered
and We gave me meat. ! was thirs-
" and We gave me drink. was a
stranger and We took me in."---
Mrs, Irene Nolan, reporter
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1954-12-10
Twin City
. Church NeUs
ZION BAPTIST CHURCH


Sunday was a beautiful day and
attendance was good. Rev. II. w
Bolts brought a wonderful mes
sage from Jude 1857, subject
Things to be Remembered" He
emphasized that we should al
ways accept that which is good
He also stated that we sin by
thoughts, words and deeds, and il
we are to be successful in Chris
tian work, we must remember to
trust God.
Mr.. Rudy Jenkins renewed his
membership with the church. He
was recently discharged from ser
vice with the Army. Mr.. and Mrs,
A. b. Sampson, Seguin, Texas,
united by Christian experience
New members were fellowshipped
and the holy ordinance Of COM
munion was observed.
Among visitors were Rev. John
c. McHenry and Rev. w. o. Ad-
kins, Visitors are always welcome
Mrs. Matte Richison was able
to attend the worning worship
service after having been confin-
ed to the hospital. Mrs. Ida Mae
Young entered Fairview hospital
Sunday afternoon, December 5
and underwent surgery on Mon
day. She has requested prayers OF
the church for her speedy recov-
cry. Mrs. Birdie King, 81 Elmer
son Av N. is not doing so well
Rev. f. Henderson has not COM
pletely recovered. but is much i'm
proved. Mrs. Ursula Bolts was not
at worship service Sunday and ]
have been informed that she was
confined to her bed on Sunday.
Rev. Bolts and congregation ex-
tend deepest sympathy to the fam
lily of Mr.. William Martin.
To the sick and bereaved may
the Lord ever comfort and guide
you in perfect peace, is my pray
err. Mrs. E Henderson, report