Race prejudice in the Church critique by Fr. Adams
The Witness series by Rev. Al ger L. Adams is praised for highlighting race leadership gaps in northern and southern parishes. It notes gains like abolition of segregated Negro convocations and inclusion of Negro deputies, yet finds persistent parish level segregation and a failure to win Negro communicants, urging careful study, reprint, and broader church leadership against discrimination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alger L. Adams
Fr. Adams
Episcopal Church
Adams
Church of Jesus
The Moving Finger On Spending And Census Shifts
The author urges careful budgeting this Christmas to avoid debt and loss of credit. Census figures show African Americans totaled 15,475 in the nation, with moves toward the West but most still in the South, especially Dixie. The piece contrasts prudent spending with neighbors rushing into debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Census Bureau
North
Dixie
Population shift and Negro life in Uncle Sam’s Land by 1960
The question asks how a population increase and redistribution will affect African American life in the United States by 1960. It implies changes in demographics, economic opportunity, housing, civil rights, and community structures shaping future social conditions and policy considerations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam’s Land
Grand United Order Pallbearers parade noted locally
A recent local scene highlighted a parade of members from the Grand United Order of Pallbearers of America. The lineup included both juvenile and adult participants, showcasing community involvement and ceremonial presence in the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand United Order of Pallbearers of America
Dynamiters Target Coral Gables Jewish Center
A dynamite throw at the Coral Gables Jewish center triggered a police alert in Miami. The message to the Safety Director warned of an attack on Saturday night, with the attempt occurring early Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miami
Coral Gables Jewish Center
President Trumans Move From Key West To Washington
President Truman departs Key West for the capital as he faces mounting issues and growing burdens of decisions in the national capital. He seeks public sympathy amid rising responsibilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
White House
Key West
Interracial luncheon reports Groveland case details
Fifty or more Miami residents attended a luncheon at the Lord Calvert hotel last Friday. Stetson Canady of Jacksonville discussed the Groveland case, reporting on the slaying of Samuel Shepherd and wounding of Walter Lee Irvin. The meeting, sponsored by the NAACP and Rev. Edward T. Graham, was interracial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Calvert Hotel
Stetson Canady
Jacksonville
Samuel Shepherd
Walter Lee Irvin
Groveland
Canady
Nation
Afro-American News
NAACP
Edward T. Graham
Campbell to Receive One-Third of Estate, Court Rules
Zeke Campbell son of D A Dorsey will receive one third of the late millionaire’s estate after Circuit Judge Grady L Crawford on Tuesday affirmed County Judge W F Blanton’s ruling in his favor Campbell gains a share of the fortune per the court decision and inherits with other heirs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zeke Campbell
D. A. Dorsey
Grady L. Crawford
W. F. Blanton
Campbell
Giants Trade Stanky to Cardinals for LaNier Diering
Hall of Fame second baseman Eddie Stanky moves from the New York Giants to the St. Louis Cardinals where he will serve as manager and player. The deal sends pitcher Max Lanier and outfielder Chuck Diering to New York in exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Stanky
New York Giants
St. Louis Cardinals
Stanky
Giants
Max Lanier
Chuck Diering
Gasoline War Sparks Price Fight Amid Rider Relief
Report notes competing suppliers price slashes during a gasoline war, with riders benefiting from temporary relief as stations compete. Industry sources say margins tighten as customers see savings at the pump while the market remains unsettled.
Phillies Reds Trade Sends Fox Ryan Burgess to Reds
The Philadelphia Phillies acquire Howard Fox Connie Ryan and Forest Burgess from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for Andy Seminick Dick Sisler Eddie Pellegrini and Niles Jordan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Phillies
Cincinnati Reds
Phillies
Howard Fox
Connie Ryan
Forest Burgess
Andy Seminick
Dick Sisler
Eddie Pellagrini
Niles Jordan
Gavilan Given Ten Day Shot or Title Forfeit
Kid Gavilan received a ten day deadline from the National Boxing Association to decide on a title bout with European champion Charles Homez of France or forfeit his crown. The order set Monday as the final decision date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kid Gavilan
Charles Homez
France
The
National Boxing Association
Title defense ultimatum for Walcott and Maxim
Promoters warned boxing champions Joe Walcott and Joe Maxim they must arrange a title defense within three months or relinquish their crowns. The decisive deadline hinges on upcoming bouts and required formalities.
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Joe Walcott
Joe Maxim
Hurricanes Fall to Pitt 21 7 on Friday Night
Miami University’s Hurricanes lost 21 to 7 to the Pittsburgh Panthers on Friday night. The visiting squad included three Black players, highlighting the era's racial integration in college football.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miami U. Hurricanes
University of Pittsburgh Panthers
Ezzard Charles Defeats Maxim in 12 Round Bout
Ezzard Charles wins a unanimous decision over light heavyweight champion Joey Maxim in a 12 round bout held on Wednesday night marking his fifth victory in the series.
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Ezzard Charles
Joey Maxim
Modern building to rise on 8th Street corner
A historic corner at 8th Street and 3rd Avenue is cleared as an older structure is demolished to make way for a newer, modern building project. The plan outlines a contemporary structure replacing the former site.
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8Th St
3Rd Ave
Trackside betting gains as crowd returns to track
The race track reports higher business than a year ago at this time. Patrons will bet on the horses, and without bookies they must rely on the track facilities for wagering.
City Commission Approves Purchase Plan
The City Commission, at its Wednesday meeting, voted in favor of purchasing one item as proposed. The decision signals progress on a local procurement project, with financial and logistical details to follow in subsequent briefings.
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City Commission
Oldtimers Parade Shows Spunk and Endurance in Miami
A long parade of elderly residents marched over several blocks with brass bands from a hall on 6th avenue and 20th terrace to the St. James Baptist Church for a program. Under Rev. E. A. Culmer, Pallbearers leader, the group has grown by leaps and bounds in Miami. Congratulations.
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6Th Ave
20Th Terrace
14Th St
St. James Baptist Church
Third Avenue
20Th St
E. A. Culmer
Miami
Corruption, Reform, and Local Nightlife Notes
A column by Elliott J. PIEZE critiques corruption in the Bureau of Internal Revenue and calls for swift punishment and a public clean sweep. The piece shifts to notices of a Modern Theatre show Hold My Hands in Hell, a rescheduled YWCA benefit at Rockland Palace with a star lineup, an amateur boxing event at Magnolia Park Recreation Center in Opa Locka, Al Kinsey’s Miami bookings, Cynthia Wiggins's prize at Rockland Palace, and a Seagram’s sponsorship party led by Walter Yates.
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Miami Negro Press Club
Murrell
YWCA
Rockland Palace
Miami
Rockland Palace Orchestra
13Th St
Magnolia Park Recreation Center
Opa Locka
151St St
23Rd Ave
al Kinsey
al Cooper
Savoy Sultans Orchestra
7 Crown
Walter Yates
Sawyer's Hold My Hand in Hell Opens at Modern Theatre
Miami's Earl Sawyer presents Hold My Hand in Hell a sensational three act drama for adults only at the Modern Theatre tonight Friday December 14. The play follows a young preacher who abandons his church and faith to marry a common dancer, the common law wife of a notorious bootlegger, in a delicate, adult-themed production.
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Modern Theatre
Earl Sawyer
Miami
The
Sawyer
Hell
Land parcels for playground and primary school planned
A half block west of the swimming pool on 4th Ave between 12th and 13th Sts is set aside for playground use. On the same day the county school board decided to acquire the adjacent half block for the new Douglas Primary School.
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4Th Ave
13Th Sts
County School Board
Douglas Primary
Gulf station at 16th terrace and 3rd avenue praised
The Gulf station operated by R C Coleman at 16th terrace and 3rd avenue is described as modernly equipped and well patronized. The speaker congratulates Mr and Mrs Coleman and expects an increase in their business thanks to the improvements.
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R. C. Coleman
16Th Terrace
3Rd Ave
Slum Clearance Committee meets in Dade County
The Slum Clearance Committee chaired by County Commissioner Hugh Peters met Thursday morning at the Dade County Auditorium with the County Planning Board, Miami Housing Authority, and County and City Commissioners. Represented groups include the Central Labor Union, Seventeenth Avenue Improvement Association, Earlington Heights Association, NAACP, Dade Medical Association, Miami Realty Board, and Miami Ministerial Association. Views were expressed on the need for housing for Negroes and future developments.
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Hugh Peters
Dade County
County Planning Board
Miami Housing Authority
The
Central Labor Union
Seventeenth Avenue Improvement Association
Earlington Heights Association
National Association For Thhe Advancement of Colored People
Dade Medical Association
Miami Realty Board
Miami Ministerial Association
Minister Dr. Everett Smith Dies After 25 Years at Miami Church
The Rev Dr Everett Smith longtime pastor of First Christian Church Miami for 25 years died on December 13 after retiring 114 months ago The minister served the congregation and area with steady leadership and community outreach through his decades of service.
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Everett Smith
First Christian Church
Miami
Luncheon Speaker Stetson Canady Addresses Groveland Case
On December 7 a luncheon at the Lord Calvert hotel featured Stetson Canady of Afro-American News Jacksonville as guest speaker. He discussed the Groveland case and Eustis shooting, sharing facts amid broad attendance and strong concern for democracy and justice for all.
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Lord Calvert Hotel
Stetson Canady
Jacksonville
Fla
Canady
Groveland
Eustis
Beauticians Unit No 42 Holds Meeting
The Beauticians Unit No 42 met at Waltonia's House of Beauty on Tuesday December 4 to plan a January fundraiser for the YWCA. President Mrs B Pitts requests all members attend at her home December 18 as important business will be discussed. Mr. and Mrs J Johnson to host a Christmas party for members and guests. Dorothy Brown reporter.
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Beauticians Unit No. 42
Waltonia
House of Beauty
YWCA
B. Pitts
J. Johnson
Dorothy Brown
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Wiliami Cimes
Florida
N.W
15Th Avenue
H. E. Sigismund Reeves
Garth C. Reeves
Associated Negro Press
Clation
Interstate United Newspapers, Incorporated
Fifth Ave
New York
Atlanta Daily World
Sam Solomon
Sam B. Solomon
O. L. Nickerson
John A. Diaz
LL A. Hue
Paul
Henry
the Spectator
Elliott J. Pieze
Bureau of Internal Revenue
Sam
Cavalcade OF Stars and Dance
Beauticians’ Unit No. 42
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
ZETA
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