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THE INFORMER, Saturday, Tier. 15. 1945
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NEW ORLEANS.—It was a beau-
tiful day on a recent Sunday and
the sun was shining brightly when
200 or more African Methodists left
New Orleans for Kenner, La. The
occasion was to dedicate, to God.
the grounds purchased by the new-
ly assigned minister, Rev. William
Gavin. The service was conducted
by Dr. J. R. Powe, the very ef-
ficlent presiding elder.. Hymn was
led by Rev. S. H. Collins: ten com-
mandments by Samuel Harton; ser-
mon by Rev. Dozier who represent-
ed Bishop Green, who was away
holding his annual conference in
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The Sisters of Charity of the In- the scripture, after which dues were
paid. Minutes of the last meeting
were read and old and new bus-
dependent Union of Colored La-
borers No. 1, held its weekly meet-
ing at the home of Mrs. C. An-
derson, 2803 Rusk avenue, on Tues-
day, December 4.
Devotions were led by Mrs. J.
Butler, the vice president; reading
of the scripture, by Mrs. C. Ander-
son; and prayer by Mrs. Adams.
The roll was called and each mem-
ber responded with a quotation from
Mississippi. He preached on the ----------------:--
subject, “Upon This Rock I Will pastor in charge can now see his
Build My Church.” It was a great way. It is expected in the near fu-
message. The other minister was ture that a beautiful edifice will be
built.
Dr. P. W. Rogers, who gave a very
interesting talk.
iness discussed. Plans were made
for filling baskets for the needy
for Xmas. Then the president made
a wonderful talk to the members
praising the great work that they
are doing and asked their contin-
uance. A report of the sick was
asked from persons having recently
visited those on the sick list.
Mr. Robins and Mrs. Butler gave
talks and volunteers were asked to
deliver the baskets to the needy for
Xmas.
Mrs. Anderson is in charge of the
May God bless the efforts of
The African Methodist Episcopal those who are struggling to carry
church is proud of its son and pre- on the cause of Christ and may we
siding elder and the splendid work have the prayers of all AME’s and
which they have done. It was a all Christians who know and see
very happy gathering. The financial the need of God’s church being
side was well taken care of. The erected in the world.
program for the third Tuesday night
and is asking that anyone who
knows of a needy family to call
Mrs. A. R. Robbins at P. 6423, or
Mrs. Butler at C. 4-4369. The next
meeting will be at the home of
Mrs. Bessie Simon, 3016 McIlhenny
street.
Mrs. D. Manney I
Hostess To Club |
The Doers of 1937 Club met Wed 1
nesday evening with Mrs. Dave Man-I
ney as hostess at her residence, 508 |"
Lakin. The meeting opened with,
Mrs. Manney, vice president, in
charge. After devotions by Mrs. 1
Eloise McCown, business was dis-
cussed. The club accepted the res-
ignation of Mrs. Agatha Smith and
endorsed the appointment of Mrs. ,
Arlester Benard as Art Chairman.
The club members have made very
beautifu and useful articles under
the direction of Mrs. Smith.
Mrs. Eudora Richard, the book
reviewer, made some very inspir-
ing remarks. After this discussion
the names of Forget-me-not pals
were revealed. Mrs. M. V. Graves,
business, manager, is ill at her
home, 1202 Bonner. The president,
Mrs. M. K. Mitchell, was absent,
spending Thanksgiving in Dewey.
Okla. ,
A turkey dinner was served. Mrs. I
Eloise McCown will be hostess to
the club on December 12 at her
home, 3312 Chartres. 1
Mrs.Dearborn To Be Third
Sunday Evening Hour Guest
Mrs. Geraldine Sigh-Dearborn,
| third guest in the "Hester House
| will be presented Sunday evening,
December 16, 7 p.m. at the Julia
C. Hester house.
Mrs. Dearborn, a graduate of
the Phillis Wheatley High school,
former student of Wiley college,
gave a recital for Mrs Mary Me-
Leod-Bethune and was warmly
received by her listeners. During 5
the war years she toured army
camps of Texas entertaining the 3
soldiers and in 1943 was chosen.
Sweetheart of Camp Livingston.
The public is invited to enjoy
many of its musical favorites.
Among the numbers offered will 1
be Malottee’s “Lord’s Prayer “Ahla "
Sweet Mystery of Life," Herbert
“Indian Love Call,& Friml;
termezzo,” Provost and "Morning,
Speaks.
CREDIT
CLARK CLOTHIERS SAYS
EASY CREDIT TO ALL
FOR A MERRY CHRISTMAS
MISS JANET FONSWORTH, who has been in Washington, D. C., for
the past four and a half months, where she is employed by the govern-
ment, has been highly commended for efficiency in her work, and very
recently had the honor of being the first in her department to receive
a promotion, with an increase in pay. *
Y. W. C. A. Festival Of Nations
Attracts Many; Consul Speaks
GIFT
Zuia ?
HATS $795 I SHOES $695
Soft felts in the season’s new I Here’s comfort, men! Smart-
shades. Narrow brims, wide I ly designed shoes, unusually
brims. low priced.
Bags $495
Smart pouches, classic enve-
lope styles; in colors to match
your favorite outfit.
Blouses
$298
Returned Veteran
Dinner Guest Of
Mrs. F.L. Watson
O. E. S. No. 299
Has Meeting
. A packed audience heard the given by Prof. W. L. Davis.
, encouraging message given by Joel Mrs. B. J. Covington, Mrs. E. V.
S. Quinones, Consul of Mexico, Hill, Mrs. T. M. Fairchild, Mrs. .
when he appeared as guest speaker Ellouise Williams and Mrs. L. H.
I Spivey were platform guests.
Mrs. B. J. Covington, Mrs. E. V.
for YWCA Festival of Nations on
Friday, December 7, in the auditor-
ium of St. Nicholas school.
Mr. Quinones pointed out that all
peoples should work harmoniously
together, and in order to do so each
country should study the language,
customs and history of other coun-
partments.
tries in order to better understand .
each other. He used certain inci-
dents from his own life as an ex-
ample of better relationship with
other nations after learning their
language and customs.
The address was in keeping with
the theme of the program which
said: "World fellowship in the Y.
W. C. A. is a sense of belonging, a
consciousness of caring about peo-
ple and what happens to them, an
outgoing friendliness, an urge to
help and to share.”
Mrs. Ruth Chumley-Lloyd, who
served as Mistress of Ceremony,
James Jackson Sercy, recently
honorably separated from the armed
forces, was the honored guest at
dinner at the home of his cousin.
Mrs. Frankie L. Watson, 714 Nichol-
son street.
Guests present were: Mr. and
Mrs. J. D. Walker of Baytown; Miss
Elmer Hubert, Carl James Franklin
of Brenham; Mrs. Sam Gray, Misses
Julia Ella and Sammie M. Gray,
and Donald Earl Gray of Galveston:
Mrs. Vera Hill and Misses Iris and
Ramona Franklin of this city.
Jackson gave mode than two and
a half years to the service with
two years having been spent in the
Pacific. He was on Okinawa when
peace was declared. He is wearer
of the combat ribbon and a good
conduct medal. He will return soon
to his home in Phoenix, Ariz.
Esther Kennard Chapter No.
298, O. E. S. met last Wednesday
night, with Mrs. O. B.McCul-
lough. Worthy Matron presiding.
After the official opening, the
meeting was opened for business.
Plans were perfected for the first
annual tea, which will be given
Sunday, January 20,- 1946, 4 p.m.
to 7 p.m. at the home of Mrs. 01-
lie Burns, 1307 Ruthven street.
Mrs. Lucille Wilson is
of the Committee on
ments.
Mrs. Helen Maxwell,
chairman
Arrange-
sponsor
of the “McCullough’s Rose Buds"
recently organized Juveniles,
made a report on this group and
told of the fine progress that is
being made.
All members are urged to at-
tend meetings of the Chapter, on
the first Wednesday night in each
month.
Miss H. B. McCullough, reporter.
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Sponsors were The Education
Committee, Mrs. Ruth Chumley-
Lloyd, chairman; The Finance Com-
mittee, Mrs. Perdita B. Jones, chair-
man: assisted by The Employed
Girls’ and The Younger Girls’ de-
introduced the speaker.
Other numbers on program were:
The Occasion, Miss Frances Moser:
Spanish selection. Tiny Tot Kind-
ergarter under supervision of Mrs.
Bertha Johnson; Spanish dance.
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EVERY MEMBER
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Burnetts Stars Meet
Burnetts Stars No. 266, opened in
the usual form with the Worthy
Matron, Mrs. White, presiding. The
Worthy Patron, Mr. Turner, was
absent, but the Worthy Matron, Mrs.
L. J. Small of "Unity Chapter,"
assisted in the opening ceremony.
Minutes of the last meeting were
received and adopted, after which
the business of importance was dis-
cussed, and a committee was ap-
, pointed to meet with the "Unity
Chapter” at True Level Hall on
the fourth Tuesday. Two applica-
Blackshear Elementary school
Spanish selection, Harper Junior
High school, Mrs. E. L. Hackett, in-
structor; Sons from other lands.
Miss Barbara Ann Webb Ameri-
can songs, Blackshear school.
The response to the address was
tions for admittance to the chapter
were received. Mrs. M. Mitchell was
appointed directress of the Stars’
choirs. ..
Mrs. Battleraw and Mrs. Thomas
are among the shut-ins. Visitors for
the evening were members from
the following chapters. Trinity Gar-
den. Morning Glory, Rosie Lee and
Pride of the East.
OF THE FAMILY APPRECIATES
It’s the Shoe Mar-
ket’s tremendous se-
lection of Wa r m.
Comfortable Slippers.
. Sheepskins
i 049
Capeskins
298
#1
%
Leather 3 1
Sole Felts
198
SOCKS $100
3 PAIRS TOR
Made for longer, smarter
wear. Large assortment of
designs, colors, sizes.
SUITS
and
O’ COATS
Don’t worry about cash!
Yoar credit is okay here
$39.50
Pay Weekly
Boys Pea Coats
$14.95
Girls COATS $10.98
JACKETS $1495
For your favorite outdoor
man! Smart, warm, comfort-
able zipper-jacket.
Sweaters $395
“Up
Soft and warm and smart, to
wear with skirts thru well-
dressed seasons. All colors.
Long sleeves, short sleeves;
dressy blouses, sport models.
Your favorite colors.
GLAMOROUS
FUR COATS
From
8500
Pay Weekly
COATS
Fur Trimmed and
SPORT
From......
2798
Mr. and Mrs. Sammie Jones were
the honored guests at a dinner par-
ty given in observance of their 12th
anniversary, on December 9, at the
home of Mrs. Bertha James and
her mother.
A very, delectable menu was
served to Mr. and Mrs. Serling
Hickey, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Good-
man, Mr. and Mrs. Verge Cruser,
Mr. and Mrs. Woodro, Mr. and Mrs.
Sammie Cambridge, Little Miss
Sammie Lee Jones, Mr. Cana Mills,
Plan Cocktail
For Charity
ROBES
$995
The Sunshine Charity Organi-
zation will entertain with a cock-
tail party Sunday evening. De-
cember 16, at the Daughter Elks
Rest, beginning at 5 p.m. The pro-
ceeds from this party will be do-
nated to the Old Folks Home,
Negro Child Center, an the Flor-
ence Crittenton Home.
The club reserved a table for
eighteen at the Youth Council Ban-
quet Tuesday night at Jack Yates
auditorium. Our next meeting will
rties
AN OUTSTAND.
ING SELECTION
OF SLIPPERS
FOR THE EN.
TIRE FAMILY.
0.
Comfortable evenings at home
Warmth for cold mornings. A
wonderful gift!
Skirts
$395
be held December 23, at
Webster.
2302
Mrs Doris Moore, Mrs. Leola An-
derson, Mrs. Versie Lee Hewitt, E.
D. Harris, Robert Lee Conner, Hos-
ie Clark and his brother, and oth-
ers.
Altar Society
Sponsors Tea
The Ladies Altar Society of St.
Ann’s De Beaupre Catholic church
sponsored a tea last week at the
home of Mrs. Jennie Collins, 3424
Europe street.
Refreshments were served from a
tea table laid with an exquisite
cloth, centered with a beautiful
crystal bowl of small pink and red
rose buds. Co-hostesses were Mrs.
Beatrice Guidy and Mrs. Lilly Ad-
ams.
Guests registered during the eve-
ning were Mesdames Brown, Smith,
Mary Fartharee, Louise French, W.
W. Robinson, Lorena Cook, Mar-
geret Bacon, Foster Branch, Alice
Nyels, Misses Cynthia Bacon, Pa-
tricia Bacon, Dorothy Bacon, Phi-
lonies Adams, Lillie Veronica Ad-
ams, Messrs. Felix Adams, Adlee
Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Butera, Mr.
and Mrs. Frank, and Mr. and Mrs.
L. H. Kingston.
Sherlings
998
w
Felts, fabrics, leath-
ers or woolies. For
best selection choose
now.
SLIPPERS
98c
UP TO
$198
Slippers for Baby-
Sister and Bro-
ther. Gay, color-
bunnies, heavy
quality felt, satin
or capeskin leath-
ers.
BOYS
SUITS
Pleats a-plenty, or none at all.
Plaids, stripes, solids. All col-
ors. Buy several.
Nightgowns $495
Glamour-styles trimmed with
lace, embroidery, and a won-I
derful buy at this low-low
meet__________Makes Interesting Tours
Lincoln Spanish Club
MEN L/MA
Smartly Tailored
Like Dads. Sizes 6 to 16
$14.95
Pay Weekly
SWEATERS $495
Warm and long sleeved, for
cold wintery days. All shades
Money Down for An
or All Gifts at $10 or Under!
HOLIDAY
DRESSES
From
7.98
Sizes to 52
SMART
SUITS
In Styles You
Love From
22.98
Sizes 9 to 46
FOR HER
ROBES
Really Beautiful
Warm, Good Looking
and Tailored to
Perfection, ONLY
$1098
CREDIT CLOTHIERS
314 MAIN
Dallas-
The Spanish club of Lincoln High
school believes in making progress,
as shown by their many activities
of the recent fall-winter season.
Tours of interest a dance dinner,
and a theatre party besides many
regular meetings in which mem-
bers carry on conversations in
Spanish are among thei- activi-
ties.
medal is presented any graduating
senior who has both a major in
sptnish and an average of A.
To date seven persons have re-
ceived the bronze medal--the only
Negro pupils in any Texas high
schools to be honored.
Under the leadership of Miss T.
E. Page, spanish teacher, the club
UZ/DDEP
Fine selection of men’s leath-
er slippers. Leather or sheep-
skin lined. A perfect gift of
comfort. Make your
selection now.
was originally founded by a group
The Sociedad Progresa, or Pro- :.
gressive Spanish club, is one of of students who were interested
the most active organize tions on in participating in practical spanish
the campus.
Social activities in the group
are many. Quite recently the mem-
bers visited the Quaint native Mex-
lean shops and factories in the
Mexican settlement, entertained
fifty guests at a Mexican "snack"
dance at the Y.W.C.A., and en-
joyed on Thanksgiving, a closed
dinner and theatre party.
conversation and in studying
Spanish customs.
Sizes
3 to 12
James Jones, 4A student
president of the group.
is
Since organizing in 1940,
Spanish club has been
three memberships with the Amer-
the
given
ican Association of Teachers of
Spanish to award each commen-
cement. The Association’s bronze
Miss Erma J. Hughes
Takes Plane for N. Y.
Jackson gave more than two and
ident of Hughes Business college,
left Thursday, night, December 13.
by plane for New York City and
other points east. Miss Hughes will
stop at the Hotel Theresa, and will
spend the yuletide holidays as the
guest of Rev. and Mrs. T. J. Good-
all in Brooklyn, New York. Miss
Hughes will return to the city by
plane on January 2.
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