Canada Lee and a Life of Firsts in American Theater
The stage luminary Canada Lee, once a jockey turned actor, broke barriers with many firsts in American theater. He challenged the practice of whiteface minstrelsy by his artistry, and his career spanned eras from Uncle Tom depictions to modern roles. A tale from his era recalls Leroy seeking a warden’s letter of recommendation as he neared release, the warden granting a terse endorsement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada Lee
Lee
Uncle Tom
Leroy
Widow and Widower Marry. Nine Children Reconciled in Turbulent Home
A small widow with five children marries a widower with six. Their union brings three more youngsters. One day the ex-widower reads in the parlor when his wife bursts in shouting that their blended brood is beating the devil out of their children.
Barber’s Question Ends In A Witty Dilemma
A barber halts mid shave to ask how the razor feels. The customer replies that progress depends on intent, noting roughness if the barber is attempting to shave him versus a smoother result if otherwise. The exchange captures a brisk, humorous moment in a casual shop setting.
Bailey Sues City of Los Angeles for Damages
William Bailey, village resident of Dunsmuir Avenue, sues Los Angeles for 103,070.33 alleging police knew of a planned bombing and failed to provide protection after the March 16 attack. He seeks compensation for damages to his home and peace of living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
ANP
William Bailey
Dunsmuir Avenue
Bailey
Locomotive Firemen Observe 10th Anniversary
The Florida East Coast Railway Co. locomotive firemen represented by the International Association of Railway Employees Local 60 announce their tenth anniversary celebration at Israel Bethel Primitive Baptist Church. Reverend Percy D. Brantley, pastor, will lead the service between NW 2nd Ave and 3rd Ave on 14th Terrace. Public invitation extended. attendees urged to bring friends. Howell 3% and L. F. Cail act as officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida East Coast Railway Co
International Association of Railway Emplyees
Miami
Fla
Israel Bethel Primitive Baptist Church
Percy D. Brantley
2Nd Ave
Srd. Ave
14Th Terrace
Howell
Pres. L
City-wide Missionary Contest at Triumph Church
Missionary contest at Triumph Church 17256 MWist eta June 30 at 8:00 p.m. Missionaries from multiple churches will compete and the public is invited. Prizes will be awarded by Sister O’Neal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Triumph Church
Sister O'Neal
Leopard chase and vanity in distant Africa
The scene blends humor and caricature as two natives watch a leopard pursue a very fat man under a scorching sun. A boastful man comments on a woman's waist while she quips about a corset. One native asks if a winner can be spotted, and the other answers that the winner is already spotted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
The Deserted House On Rumson Road
poem by Jennie W. Coles for ANP laments abandonment of a home as annual visitors depart, the speaker recalling warm memories of children, firelight, and companionship now lost. The speaker longs for voices and footsteps to lift the gloom and restore pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rumson Road
Improved Pallbearers Grand Lodge Session July 1952
The Improved Pallbearers of America 22nd Grand Lodge Session convenes July 2 to 6 at New Mount Zion Baptist Church Hialeah with Rev W M Mason as pastor. Public invited. Bus schedules listed for July 2 3 and 4 and 6. George M Brown grand president F M Wade grand recorder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pallbearers of America
Grand Lodge
New Mt. Zion Baptist Church
West 23Rd St
W. M. Mason
Hialeah
9Th St
3Rd Ave
14Th St
2Nd St
18Th Ave
Mt Moriah and Mt Sinai Churches Report Sunday Services
Lovely services were held at Mt Moriah Baptist Church with good Sunday School and BYPU attendance. Mt Sinai Sunday School began at 9 45 a m in an interesting session while BTU at 5 30 p m was alive with interest. The clerk is Sis M Harris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Moriah Baptist Church
BYPU
Mt. Sinai
BTU
Sis. M. Harris
Sunday Services At Two Churches Noted For Activity
Hurst Chapel AME with Rev. Everette as pastor held Sunday School at the usual hour and a well attended ACE league at 5 30 p.m. Services were impressive. Church of God led by Elder H Dean held Sunday School at 9 45 a.m. with a strong group of young people. The YPU at 5 p.m. was up to par.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hurst Chapel
Everette
Church of God
H. Dean
YPU
Daughters and Sons Lodge Meet in Pierce Last Week
A three day session of the Grand Lodge of the Daughters and Sons of the Pallbearers' Lodge convened in Pierce. Rosie Lee Tate, matron Circle No 1 from Perrine and Sister Andrilla Tilman, matron Circle No 26 from Goulds were among attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Lodge of the Daughters and Sons of the Pallbearers’ Lodge
Pierce
Perrine and Goulds
Rosie Lee Tate
Circle No
Andrilla Tilman
Barrett's Land O'Nod Kindergarten Holds 4th Commencement
Sixteen children received certificates and were declared graduates at St. Paul AME Church. Sandra Culbrett earned first honors as valedictorian, Rodney Jackson was salutatorian, and Patricia Ann Graham Brenda Jones and Elva Rolle were honored students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barrett’s Land O’nod
St. Paul Ame
Sandra Culbrett
Rodney Jackson
Patricia Ann Graham
Brenda Jones
Elva Rolle
Principal Address at Land O'Nod Kindergarten Ceremony
Rev. Robert A. Jackson of St. Paul delivered the principal address while Elliott J. Pieze of the Miami Times served as Master of Ceremonies. Vera Moorman taught, Eloise Barrett led as principal, and a ceremony honored students Arlene Bethel Sandra Culbrett Patricia Ann Graham Ethel Higgs Brenda Jones Margaret Miller Elnora Moore Elva Rolle Frank ether Deal Alton Henley Odney Jackson Herman Roach Nathaniel Robeson Ronald Storr Fred Williams Jr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert A. Jackson
St. Paul
Elliott J. Pieze
The
Miami Times
Vera Moorman
Eloise Barrett
Land O’nod
Arlene Bethel
Sandra Culbrett
Patricia Ann Graham
Ethel Higgs
Brenda Jones
Margaret Miller
Elnora Moore
Elva Rolle
Frank Ether Deal
Alton Henley
Odney Jackson
Herman Roach
Nathaniel Robeson
Ronald Storr
Fred Williams Jr
Also Mentioned on This Page
Dick Wright
Phelan Mortgage Co
Miami Ave
Jennie W. Coles
NAACP
George M. Brown
F. M. Wade
Perrine
By Lee Jordan
Carpenters’ Local Union No. 1834
A.F. of L
WM. Pinder
General Auto Repairing
Gulf Products
N.W
3Rd Avenue
Home-Fit Truss Co
14Th Street
Phil Pett
Market Industries Incorporated
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!