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Newspaper
Miami Times
Location
Miami, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1956
Page
7
In sad loving memory of our dear mother who passed June 18 1953 at 1 20 am We sat by your bedside and watched your life depart Though your soul rests free from care the world would seem empty without you Missed by Susie Charston Gertrude Wesley Mary F White and Amos Allen sons
In loving memory of our dear husband and father who departed this life June 11, 1955. Gone, but not forgotten. Corell Higgs, wife Lawrence Higgs, son Lennis Johnson, son 4 sisters, 2 brothers and a host of relatives and friends.
A memorial note from nieces Jessie Randolph Annie Wideman and Ernestyne Smith mourning their aunt who died on June 14 1952 and asking readers to sleep on.
Mrs. Odessa Inman of 1838 NW 61st street died at Jackson Memorial Hospital after several weeks of illness. Survived by husband David and sister Mrs. Katie Pierce of Newbury Florida. She will be taken to Newbury for final rites and burial on Sunday June 17.
Johnson Sanders of 6801 WW 14th Ave died at Jackson Memorial Hospital on June 8 from injuries in an auto crash earlier that evening. Survived by wife Betty and other relatives, he is being taken to Hattiesburg, Mississippi for final rites and burial.
The infant son of Mr and Mrs Harold Pratt of 1821 NW 5th Ave was stillborn on June 11. Grave site services were conducted on June 14 at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery.
Valeria Grant of 1838 NW 74th Street died at Mt Sinai Hospital on June 12 after a two day illness. Services were held on Friday June 15 with burial at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery.
Jerry D. Licket of 3247 NW 45th Street was pronounced dead on arrival at Jackson Memorial Hospital Saturday June 9. He is survived by two sisters and other relatives. He is being sent on June 15 to Dawson Georgia.
Mrs Hannah Mae Rogers wife mother and aunt departed this life June 19, 1955. James R. Rogers husband Shirley Mae Rogers daughter Patty Ann Boyd niece survive. The family expresses love and asks for prayers as she rests with God.
A memorial poem honors Mrs Eva McConnell who died June 17 1953. Family members Leandrew Young Daisy Young Reid Evelyn S Young and Ray F Reid express grief and memory in two stanzas about farewell and loss.
The Gibson family expresses gratitude to friends neighbors relatives and all who sent cards telegrams letters donated cars or helped after the death of Johnnie Lee Gibson on May 16 1956. Special thanks to the Red Caps of the FEC Railroad Richardson Mortuary Rev J B Blacknel and Bethel AME Church. May God bless each one of you. Mrs Ruby Gibson and family
Frankie Shumake thanks friends for acts of kindness during the death of her husband. Gratitude for support that lightened the burden and softened the terrible loss.
Hearts ache with sadness. our eyes shed many tears as dawn returns. God alone knows how we miss you. From sister Sarah Roberts sister Hazel Winfield and brother Shadrack Bosfield in Key West Florida.
Mt Moriah Baptist Church led by Rev W C Edcar with Sister Lillie Saunders as clerk. Sweet Home Baptist Church conducted services with Rev E King. Kerr's Memorial M E Church served by Rev Eugene J Sheppard and Sister Mattie Jones as clerk. Hurst Chapel AME Church services under Rev Williams with Sister Mary Baker as reporter. Mt Sinai Baptist Church held by Rev J E Murray with Sister M Harris as clerk. Spiritual Baptist Church conducted by Elder C Gray with Sister Ida Ferguson as clerk. Church of God services under Bishop Watson with Bro H Amos as clerk.
Sis. Mary Mabry is improving from illness and not confined to bed. Sis. Elizabeth Gray is back at her home after three months away. The message expresses gratitude for health and the chance to see one another, with hopeful prayers for God’s presence with all.
Ford explains he left Georgia after marrying Carrie Dam. He recounts a fight with the Dam family that nearly beat him to death, prompting him to leave the Dam crew.
Beginning June 25 at 8 am the Instrumental Music Recreation program at Xooker T Washington High offers beginner and concert band sight reading solo and ensemble student conducting marching band technique choir chorus and more. Mr Savage director notes string instruments will be available all students and adults may participate free of charge by the board of public instruction.
A promotional note offers 20 percent off each dollar of Lucky Heart products at 353 Northwest 13th Street. Customers should call FR 3-3266 before June 30 J23 to redeem.
Real estate ad promotes homes built on your lot with no money down. Contact Baron JE at 8-1340 for details.
Cash paid for lots or acreage. Listings include Liberty City Carver Ranches Liberia Fort Lauderdale areas. Baron J E contact number 8-1340 for buyers or sellers seeking bargains on property lots or acreage.
Corner lot 50x112 at NW 2lrst terrace and 7th court. owner NE 5-6171. In Carver Ranches a large lot about 50x140 on Louisiana Boulevard between Labrea and Hoff Streets. Rainbow Park offers a 50x110 lot on NW 158rd Street between 17th and 18th Aves. owner NE 56171.
Property ad offers a two bedroom CBS home at 2360 NW 78th Street with flexible down payment terms and a contact phone 84 7337. Prospective buyers invited to inspect at all times.
Two bedroom house with dining room kitchen living room and porch priced with $295 down. Contact NE 5 0580. Also offering a ROPER stove and a server refrigerator both in good condition at $50 each. Call UNion 6 6587 for details.
Six week old Boxer puppies a mix of fawn and brindle colors wormed tails docked male and female healthy and friendly priced at 20 and 25 dollars ready for viewing Saturday or Sunday at 1239 Northwest 70th Street contact PL 9 3961 for details and appointments.
For rent a new store on the corner near Laperty Amusement Park with parking area. Call 9-4922 or FR 4-2449. Also available house with 2 bedrooms and bath at 1341 NW 72nd St. Hot and cold water. Contact Hiram A. Culmer at FR 3-2573.
Three room apartment available in downtown location at 1661 Northwest Fifth Avenue. Contact by phone FR 4-4503 for details and showing times.
Private building at 2242 NW 64th Street offers a large living room and dining room. Two bedrooms available with flexible furnishing options. Call nights at NE 5-7690.
Clean, cool, quiet furnished room available at 2345 NW 56th Street. Nearby amenities and easy access to transit. Suitable for single occupant seeking a peaceful living space.
Mrs Virlyn Curry expresses gratitude to friends neighbors and the pastor and members of St John Baptist Church for their kindness during her illness and prays God blesses them all.
Help wanted for a patrolman in Miami with competitive exam. Salary $285 monthly for a 40 hour week. Age 23 to 34, minimum height 5 9 and weight 145 pounds, maximum 6 3 and 220 pounds. Medical exam and character investigation required. High school graduation or equivalent, 20 20 vision without glasses, Florida resident one year. Veterans bring discharge photo. Apply 3318 Pan American Drive.
Notice of intention to register under the Fictitious Name Law in compliance with Florida law. Progress ive Electric Service at 1880 NW 167th St is listed with James D. Henry as owner.
A notice seeks a capable driver companion of any gender for a trip to New York City leaving June 25. Contact at 83-0433 for details and arrangements.
Coconut Grove preschool invites applications for a teacher executive role. College graduate preferred with several years experience with preschool children plus administrative or social welfare work. Starting salary $300 per month. Send written applications with full details to P O Box 243 Coconut Grove Station.
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