07 Aug 1920
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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1920
Page
1
The piece laments Jack Johnson’s return to the United States after years abroad and a controversial defense against Jeffries. It argues his actions hurt the sport and widened racial tensions, noting white spectators and the Black community’s mixed reactions while urging time to heal hurts caused by his supposed fake fight.
A major gathering of Black fraternal and auxiliary groups will hold sessions in Cincinnati from August 22 to 27, 1920. The organizing committee seeks housing in local homes, especially for women delegates, at a standard rate of one dollar per night, and asks for civic cooperation regardless of affiliation. Chairman Frank A. B. Hall urges fair pricing and promises to direct visitors seeking cheaper options if prices rise.
A brief dramatic sketch set around 11:30 PM at Sixth and Smith. A very dark girl runs away with a small amount of money while a well dressed white man pursues. The piece uses stylized dialogue to convey the chase and pursuit in a reflexive, repetitive rhythm.
Masons from multiple Blue Lodges and chapters will assemble at Kenyon Avenue Christian Church 718 Kenyon Avenue on Thursday August 12th 1920 at 8 PM to make final arrangements for hosting the International Conference.
Henry M HigginsEsq has been re elected treasurer of the Grand Lodge R of P and the insurance fund. A quiet unassuming man he has long loyally served the Republican organization and held diverse offices. His election to the Legislature would allow him to demonstrate his big diplomatic abilities in that high role.
Harry S Blackiston, a colored graduate from Cent ral High School, is praised as the greatest scholar in Penn history. He earned BA in 1917 MA in 1916 and PhD at 23, the youngest to receive the degree, with multiple scholarships and German Latin honors. He is son of Mr and Mrs James H Blackiston of 1823 0 Fitzwater Street Philadelphia.
Mr and Mrs Pinkard and their little daughter return from Chicago after a delightful visit.
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