Northwest Clarion

Page Two NORTHWEST CLARION Published Each Thursday By "'DRTHWEST CLARION PUBLISHING CO. 2126 H. Wllna•• Ave. Telephone AT 4·3071 Setter Moll te P. 0. lox 4201 - Z011e I AITHUI A. COX, SL, Ow-·P11bH1her DOH ALFORD, Advertising Manager MUIJEl INGRAM -Columnist • Reporter ANN MOlliSON, Society hperter We ask our readers to note carefully the names of the retailers, wholesaJers, manufac– turers, business and professional men whose firm names appear in our paper. They have thus iQdicated the value they set on Negro patronage and their willingness to solicit your business through our columns. We, therefore, ask all our readers to patronize them. When so doing, please mention The Northwest Clarion. EDt ..fORIJ.\l (Continued from page one) CERTAINLy I NOT THE NEGRO committed by a few bring down the wrath of the public and the press on the Negro. But who administers and enforces the unfair administra– tion of the law? Who gets the graft from illegal operations permitted in predominately Negro districts? Who limits the promotions or positions Negro policemen can have? Certainly, not the Negro. Who attempts to satisfy his desire to do his civic duty by appointing him to minor civil positions to try to mollify his urge for greater repres~ntation? Certainly, not the Negro. We are not presuming that the Negro is without fault; nor that he should be held totally blameless for these social ills. Certainly, there are areas where he can help-and wants to help-and can make a major contribution. The Negro wants to be a more effective and responsible part of Oregon or any other community but he also wants the unfair burden he has been forced to carry off his back. The Negro wants to be among men but as a Man. The Negro can walk but he will walk only as a Man. THE COURAGE OF AB AHAM LINCOLN BY FERN HILSON Sellwood Moreland Bee Tributes will rightfully be paid today to Abraham Lin– coln for his courage in the days of the Abolitionist move– ment and the tragic hours of the Civil War. They should be accompanied by recognition of the equally great courage of the Negro boys and girls who are the first to enter desegre– gated schools .in the South. During the past week a news wire photo showed one of these boys going down the steps of a Virginia high school, walking alone and looking back at a group of jeering white • NORTHWEST CLARION You Do It • • • and I'll Tell By MUBIEL INGBAM THIS IS THE SEASON for Hearts and Flowers-and gay moods. Isn't it nice to be young and at this time of the year if fOU are 100 some and-you are still young. And one never gets too young to enjoy a Valentine. Most groups of the city are celebrating with Valentine so– cials and parties and dances. * * * THE BEAUTIFUL HOME OF MRS. BEATRICE MASON on Sun– day was the scene of one of the Seasonal Valentine Teas, given by Mt. Hood Chapter. Everything about the afternoon was a direct reminder of the Love Season with lots of Sisterly Love involved. The table was beautifully set with a centerpiece of red and white flowers and hearts and the goodie:; fit for a Queen made your mouth water. Each guest was given a valentine which were all enjoyed among thl:l friends con– gregating in groups and showing they were enjoying themselves. The committee headed by Mrs. Virgie Tinsley certainly did themselves proud. Thursday, February 12, 1959 Church. Numbers were rendered by the Senior, G<:lspel and Youth Choirs, and were well received by the full house audience. The color scheme of the Pink, Blue and Black and G<:lld robes made a beautiful sight in the choir loft. Miss Marquita Kinard is much to be com- mended for her wonderful work with the choirs. Doesn't 1t fill up your heart when young people take to work for Christ? It was a beautiful sight to see the entire side of the loft filled witru youngsters for out of the numbers, some one may in the future lead. The Senior Choir was very good and the G<:lspel Choir was tops. Hunoy up and have another Concert- it is about the only time I get to sit in the audience, and really it is nice. * * * ZION A.M.E. in keeping with the season-is !having a VALENTINE TEA on Sunday, February 15, at the lovely home of Mrs. Fannie Stokes, 7655 N. Vancouver. The Adult Missionaries will be the Hos– tesses and the Public is inVited. Please come. * * * THE FIDELIS NOVEM: CLUB met at the home of Mrs. Ruth Wil- son on Monday. Mrs. Charlotte Harris took ill while at the meeting and had to leave. At this writing she is much better. Mrs. Muriel In· gram was fighting very hard to win the cup for once and came up 100 points too late-so had to be satisfied with second. It wouldn't have been so bad if the hostess had been playing and won the cup for Mrs. Harris..•• I tell you it looks like a frame-up. Nice friends we have. * * * MRS. LUCILLE WILSON is very ill this week, and is spending a * * * few days in Good Samaritan Hospital. All friends visiting have re- THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT of Vancouver Avenue First Baptist ported that she is doing nicely. We all wish her a speedy recovery. Church held their. Annual Valentine Social on Thursday evening in the * * * dining hall of the church. All the Chul'th Choirs met in happy Union.· THE "KNI'.rl'IN' BEE"-was at the home of Mrs. aarrett Wilson Instead of exchanging Valentines this year each member brought today, and you should see all the pretties that are coming up. I am boxes of clothing to be shipped to Africa, to Aid our Missionary Moth- knitting something- I hope it comes out a "sweater" for PEP!- but er George, in her wonderful work. We wish to thank everyone who with me on the needle end- I can't be sure. contributed to the cause because I do wish to say there were some * * * wonderful articles included, and for a while I began to Wish I was on THE NURSES AND MOTHERS fared very well these two days at the other end to receive. Many games were played and enjoyed. Some the district schools giving the T.B. Skin tests to the cl!dldren. I would of us old folks got the kinks out. The male Choru.'Y-Good old standbys like to say, one should realize the need of parent help in the different never let us down-and they rendered two very nice numbers after the activities of the school. I was amazed to see how few of our parents games and then the goodies, which thJe children always enjoy. Which that help and how the chairmen of th'e different committees have to Children - the big ones of course. call and almost beg for the aid that should be given without a thought. * * * These are our children- your children, and those parents who are in- BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH COMBINED CHOIRS were presented terested should make an effort to help. Join the P.T.A. and get busy. in concert on Sunday afternoon at Vancouver Avenue ·First Baptist (Continued on Page 3) Letter To Editor 5950 South Virginia St. Reno, Nevada February 9, 1959 Mr. A. A . Cox, Editor The Northwest Clarion 2826 N.E. Williams Avenue Portland, Oregon Dear Mr. Cox: About a month ago I was in Portland for a short stay. Just as I was surprised to find that it is just about a nine-hour drive from Reno to Portland so were many of the people with whom I talked while there. Actually we are neigh– bors, so as neighbors we are think– ing news of Reno might be of in– terest to your readers. Because of the racial picture here in Nevada we feel that two events of the past week are out– standing. Will enclose these items in the hope that you will see fit to use all or part. If published would you kindly send a few issues of that paper. I am employed b311 the New Chiaa Club as assistant pit boss and feel that possibly the owner might be interested in some adver– tising space if you will let me know of your rates. Also,- are there any restrictions on using the words gaming or gambling in ad– vertising in your area? Yours truly, LEROY A. BADIE. ll:?re 1s tile Fast a:td present of Ore– g!>n superbly presented in these bo:ks and prints. LAND OF THE GIANTS .. :.········· ..... ;:::: ..... ; THE TRAIL TO OREGON By Federica B. Coo.ns. Merely to read this book is to make the journey in imagination. With accuracy and persuasive detail , Trail to Oregon moves travel· wise across historic landmarks. It is a closeup of the great migration-its road and the people who traveled it. Also a guide to the trail today. lllus. students. Looking at it, one wonders how many of us who ·;=:===========::; The Drive to the Pacific Northwest, 1750 to 1950, by David lavender. From the earliest days of the English and Spanish "seadogs" down to the pres· ent, the author hu described, in exciting and vivid detail, all the tremendou• richne.. and beauty of this vast Paul Bunyan land and the courageous spirit of the men who conquered it. 5.95 2.50 reside in the northern states would be willing to follow the example of such a boy and walk into the resentment and hostility which he had faced that day in schooL Even more disturbing to most of us would be the thought of sending a child of ours into such a situation. Leta us then mark Lincoln's birthday with the recogni– tion that the courage of this great President is still with us today-revealed by the Negro youh of the South who are Insurance Agents Wonted MEN OR WOMEN Earn from $300 to $400 per mo. by selling insurance Experienced or unexperienced. Drop In and see us at your earliest convenience. Williams Insurance Agency 3306 H. Williams AT 8-41.48 now carrying a heavy burden in the struggle for racial ;==:=:=:=:=:=:=:=:=:=:~ equality. ., -~ 1 Mr. and Mrs. James W. PaHon of 2027 N Williams AYenue, wear high-fashion frames from Columbian Optical Co. Dr. Noles personally invites you to come in and aee for yourself what per– sonality framea can do few you. WY CREDIT ALWAYSl Columbian Optical Co. 631 S. W. Alder •Dn. Omar J. Noles, Alexand•• Bro-. All.,_ ond Leitzel. PAULl'S MEATS it. T WHOLESit.U HOUR$, 8 A.M. to 6 P.M. BUHer 5-3679 11 H.E. Columbia Blft. 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The panorama of Portland history unfolds before the reader from the naming of the city by the toss of a coin in 1845 to the razing of the Portland Hotel in 1951. Fire, flood and earthquake race through this account of the first hundred years of Portland's life as an incorporated city. Illustrated. 3.50 Sunset DISCOVERY TRIPS IN OREGON This is a book of travel discoveries in a state that is chock-fu ll of travel surprises. listed are all tho major tourist attractions, plus many miles of fas– cinating country that is little known to the traveler. Gives information on towns, rivers and lakes, high– ways, accommodations, fishing, hunting and camp· ing regulations. Indexed and illustrated. 1.50 BEAUTIFUL OREGON IN FULL COLOR 32 gorgeous full-color photos of scenic Oregon with historical facts and map indicating location of famous Oregon wondefl and industries. 75 C SCHOLASTIC ART EXHIBIT AT GILL'S February 14 to 28 PACIFIC NORTHWEST INDIAN WARS By Ray H. Glassley. The first authorit.tive, full-seale story of the Pacific Northwest Indian wan to •P· pear in a single volume. Action moves inevitably from Indian camp to white, from tepee to battle· field, as massacre emerges from misunderstanding, warfare from intrigue. Illustrated. 3.75 OREGON-End of tho Traii-Americ:a11 Guide Se· ries. Residents and those visiting Oregon will find in this volume exact details of the extensive system of highways affording thousands of miles of scenic motor tours-giving distances, the towns. the points of interest, side trips, geological formations, flora and fauna, the lore and legend associated with the routu. Illustrated. 4.50 OREGON GE:OGRAPI~IC NAMES By l ewis A. McArthur. Third Edition. Chronicled here are the authentic origins and picturesque nar– atives of approximately 5000 historically signifi. cant place names of the state of Oregon. The whole dramatic panorama of Pacific Northwest history has been tapped to achieve this readable anthology. 8.00 Book De!)artment-Street Floor ·--------------------- Enclosed find $______, for which please send me the books I have marked above. Name-------------------------------------- Address- ------- --------- -------------------· City__________________Zone_ ___State_________ 0 Remittance enclosed O Charge my account 0 Send C.O.D. Please add postage

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