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Newspaper
Miami Times
Location
Miami, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1956
Page
4
Harry Schermer writes a rebuttal to a Harper's Magazine article by Thomas R. Waring, challenging its conclusions about American society. He cites flaws and offers suggestions for reform.
A reprinted critique argues for national publicity to counter false Negro slanders. It advocates health inspections in schools, improved master servant cooperation, and relaxed racial barriers to reduce interracial strife. It says integration and shared culture can enrich both sides and challenges Thomas C. Waring of Charleston News and Courier to find fallacies.
The Daughter Elks of Greater Miami Temple No. 769 plan a big dance Monday night with members and new inductees listed. Prominent names include Dr. Eddie Lee Rucker Dr. Maggie Blackmon and Dr. Ruth Davis among others. Members urged to pay dues and attend meetings, with a Monte Carlo Paradise hotel event noted and a yellow blanket prize.
Progressive Club held its annual officer election on January 4 at the home of Mrs. Juanita Wright 1261 NW 71st St. Officers elected include Helen Steward president Francis Ware vice president Josephine Hunter recording secretary Grace Sutton assistant secretary Rena Randolph financial secretary Lina M. Pinder treasurer Ann West business manager Marie Randolph chairwoman of social committee Edna M. Session chairwoman of sick committee Juanita Wright critic Dorothy Gray reporter. The club is planning its 11th anniversary with date and place to be announced.
Gamma Zeta Omega of Alpha Kappa Alpha presents Fashionetta an extravagant fashion show written by sorority members. Featured model Sara Lou Harris of New York City will headline the February 24 1956 event at 8 00 pm. Proceeds fund handicapped children projects and scholarships. Tickets available through sorority members.
Harvie S. DuVal 39, former assistant state attorney and Marine officer, announces run for State Representative in Group 1. A Opa Locka resident with deep Dade County roots, he pledges growth through new industries and tourism, better schools, and tax restraint while opposing expanded vice.
The Bills of Greater Miami Lodge urge a grand anniversary dance with floor show and grand march. Tickets and tables are selling across Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Reservations and ticket sales are handled by Gertrude Smith NE 5-2705 Dr Hester Rivers FR 3-2723 and Dr Lucille Martin. Bill Rivers and Bill Reid lead the lodge as exalted ruler and master of social session.
Poem urging youth education and self reliance to avoid street corner life. Warns against idle behavior, promotes hard work, prayer, and guidance. Attributed to Mrs. Caroline Morley of 2940 N W 50th Street.
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