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Doug Williams, BHM Spotlight: INSIDE Super Bowl XXII MVP, is New Redskins’ Austin Legend Six Square presents Sr. VP of Player Off the Wall Personnel Mural Reveal. RAPPIN’ See CELEBRATION by: Mark F. Gray | Special to the AFRO Page 3 Tommy Wyatt A very active Black History Month. This has been one of the more active Black History Candidate Chevalier Months that I have seen in seeks to close some time. I cannot put Don Baylor franchise tax loopholes. my finger on it, but the Donald Edward Baylor was a Major League Base- See COMPTROLLER interest is at a higher level ball coach and player. During his 19-year playing career, Page 6 than usual. We can he was a power hitter who played as a first baseman, usually depend on outfielder, and designated hitter. He played for six dif- activities at the end of the ferent teams, primarily the Baltimore month when there are Orioles and California Angels. He later managed the activities piled on top of expansion Colorado Rockies for six years and the Chi- each other. This year they cago Cubs for three seasons. have been spread out, Born in Austin, Texas, Baylor graduated from Aus- making it possible for us tin High School. He starred in both baseball and foot- Texas HBCU’s offer day of healing to focus on more people, Doug Williams ball at Austin High, and was offered a scholarship to places and things during play football at The University of Texas by Longhorns through storytelling. the month. Super Bowl week is day after Doug Williams coach Darrell Royal, which would have made him the See #USTOO We want to thank the the time when legends of put to bed the myth that first African American to play football at Texas. He opted Page 7 community for supporting the big game get to relive Black quarterbacks to pursue a baseball career, enrolling at Blinn Junior us in our focusing on our the glory of those cham- couldn’t lead a team to an College in Brenham, Texas. LIFT local leaders who gave so pionship moments that NFL championship, he was Baylor was drafted in the second round of the 1967 much of themselves in stand the test of time. Al- not making his rounds in amateur draft by Baltimore. He played for the Orioles advancing the community though Pro Football Hall Minneapolis enjoying the from 1970-1975. Before the 1976 season, the Orioles EVERY forward in fighting for the of Famers are considered adulation that goes with traded Baylor with Paul Mitchell and to the rights of the community. It the most select fraternity his benchmark MVP per- for , , and VOICE is very emotional to revisit in pro sports, the most formance. Instead, Will- Bill VanBommell. He signed with the California Angels their activities. But, it is valuable players of the iams was at work in as a free agent in 1977, with the New York Yankees in more challenging for us to annual NFL showdown Ashburn, Va., hoping to 1983 and the in 1986. In 1987, he was keep our eyes focused on have their unique place in restore glory to the fran- traded to the Minnesota Twins for a player to be named the things that still need to the history of the game. later. He signed with the Athletics for 1988, his final be done. Thirty years to the See MVP, page 2 season as a player. See MLB ALL-STAR, page 2 We still have challenges in many areas of our daily lives. There Black & Blues: A Political Party is hardly a day that goes Hosted By: Black Austin Democrats (BAD) by that we are not confronted with almost AUSTIN, TX - We in- Music from 6:30-9:30 pm Austin’s own Jackie voters, than ever before. overwhelming challenges vite you for a fun night of A funky line up of up- Venson! So, put on your la- in situations that we had mixing with black politi- and-coming and legend- The goal is to en- dies cocktail attire/ taken for granted as being cos and listening to the ary blues artists include: courage African-Ameri- gentlemen’s best, strappy dissolved. There is a lot of blues. W.C. Clark, Austin’s God- can voter participation in heels and your best danc- work still to be done in the Doors open Sunday father of Blues; award- the upcoming Primary ing shoes to join us for a area of Criminal Justice, Feb. 25, 2018, at 6 pm. winning The Peterson election and engage more night of blues and poli- Rhea Dias Police Brutality, Sexual Show Starts at 6:30 pm. Brothers Band; and voters, especially young tics! SOUTH CHINA SEA - harassment, and Aviation Machinist’s Mate Educational inequality. Jackie Venson 1st Class Rhea Dias, from So, as we celebrate Mandeville, Jamaica, sings Black History Month, we W. C. Clark “Lift Every Voice” during take our lead from those an African American/Black who went before us in History Month celebration their fight for justice. We on the mess decks of the must celebrate the battles amphibious assault ship that they won. But, we USS Bonhomme Richard must make a commitment Peterson (LHD 6). Bonhomme Rich- to pick up the banner, and Brothers ard is operating in the move forward on the Indo-Asia-Pacific region as challenges that are before part of a regularly sched- us. uled patrol and provides a We still have almost two rapid-response capability weeks to go in this month in the event of a regional and we need to use it to contingency or natural di- get refocused on the saster. (U.S. Navy photo by battles ahead. Mass Communication Spe- Black History Month cialist 2nd Class Kyle Continues! Carlstrom/Released) Page 2 ~ THE VILLAGER/February 16, 2018 THE COMMUNIQUÉ www.theaustinvillager.com Williams won the Super Bowl MVP award 30 years ago CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 chise that gave him something. Nobody can “Kirk played well for the platform to make his- ever take that away.” us but deep down inside tory. Williams is now at he really wanted to test Doug Williams, who the top of the chain in free agency,” Williams won the Super Bowl Most Washington’s football op- told the AFRO. “He played Valuable Player award 30 eration as senior vice in a system where we had years ago, is aiming to president of player per- a lot of talented offensive bring back the glory days sonnel. While his coun- players around him. But of Washington, D.C.’s NFL terparts were savoring the [he needed] to understand Football team as senior memories of their success that if you break the bank vice president of player in championship games to sign him [we] personnel from days gone by, he was [wouldn’t] have enough After starting the sea- preparing for the draft and money to sign other play- son as a backup to Jay NFL free agency in the af- ers that could help him Schroeder, Williams took termath of a blockbuster win.” full advantage of his op- trade with the Kansas City Williams’ resilience portunity to start when Chiefs. demonstrated as a player Hall of Fame coach Joe Washington traded will be tested as he begins Gibbs inserted him into the cornerback Kendall Fuller the latest chapter of his lineup in November. De- and a third-round draft pick football life. spite a knee injury in the to the Chiefs for quarter- Washington’s talent pool first quarter of Super Bowl back Alex Smith. That has improved over the last XXII he toughed through ended the ongoing saga of two years although depth the pain after twisting his whether to pay Kirk Cous- behind the starters still knee and produced the ins an enormous long-term must get better—espe- greatest single passing maximum contract nor- cially along the offensive quarter in the game’s his- mally reserved for players and defensive lines—for tory. who can at least get them them to contend. Down 10-0 Washing- to the playoffs. It also Williams now leads ton erupted for 42 unan- gives Washington over the organization into a swered points behind four $36 million of salary cap critical offseason where second-quarter touch- space and a budget to the standard bearer of the down passes by Williams spend in free agency. It league is now in that blew the game open. gives them financial flex- Washington’s division. He His MVP stat line was 18 ibility to fill the holes so knows what it takes to win of 29 for 340 yards and glaring they haven’t made a championship as a four touchdowns—this af- the playoffs for the last player but duplicating that February 8, 1988, Sports Illustrated cover of Doug Williams one week after ter six hours of root canal three years. Williams as an executive may be a leading the Washington Redskins over the Denver Broncos in a 42-10 surgery one day before leads Washington into the more challenging feat. victory during Super Bowl XXII. Williams was named the Super bowl MVP. the game. official offseason with the “No doubt the memo- opportunity to be aggres- Baylor blitzes Major ries are still clear,” said sive in free agency and the Williams. “You can never pressure of having to League Baseball in ‘79; forget being the first to do spend their money wisely. Earns spot on All-Star team and wins American League MVP CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 In 1979, Baylor led Rockies. He led the team the American League with for six years from 1993-98. 139 RBIs and 120 runs and The Rockies posted their was an AL All-Star. He won first winning record (77- the AL’s MVP award and 67) in and made the led the Angels to their first postseason as the AL Western Division title wildcard team, and as a ever. He reached the World result, Baylor won the Na- Series three times in his tional League Manager of career, in consecutive the Year Award. By 1997, years with three different the Rockies under Baylor’s teams —the Red Sox in leadership had the best 1986, the Twins in 1987, five-year record (363-384) and the A’s in 1988—and of any expansion club in was on the winning side in MLB history. 1987. Baylor retired with 285 stolen bases, 2,135 hits, and 338 home runs. After retiring as a player, Baylor served as a hitting coach for the Mil- waukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals until he was named the manager of the expansion Colorado www.theaustinvillager.com THE BULLETIN THE VILLAGER/February 16, 2018 ~ Page 3 Stanley and Sonzala to receive honors at 8th Annual We Want YOU! “Growing The Tradition” ceremony and concert Advertise With The VILLAGER Country Boyz Fixin’s 4140 E. 12th Street, Austin, TX 78721 Featuring Fish, Poboys, Hot Wings, Pork Chops, Homemade Gumbo, Shrimp and Alligator DINE IN OR ORDER TO GO Mon - Friday 11 am - 8 p.m. Saturday - 12 noon - 5 p.m. Closed Sunday Call (512) 928-5555 DOUBLE Kedrick Stanley Matt Sonzala AUSTIN, TX - It’s that time of year again... East side live every week since its inception. Austin non-profit group Capitol View Arts presents the Matt Sonzala has been active in the Austin hip “R” 8th Annual Growing The Tradition special recognition hop scene for the past ten years, but started working ceremony honoring those who have helped pave the with Austin artists in the early 90’s when he would bring way for Austin’s urban music culture. them to his Hip Hop Coffee Shop in Houston. From 1994- The ceremony honors and recognizes those indi- 1996 he assisted Andre Walker in booking some of the GROCERY viduals and organizations who have worked tirelessly first South By Southwest Hip Hop showcases and pre- *We cash ALL Tax Refund*Checks *Check Out to progress and promote urban music and culture in sented everyone from Teddy Lee, DJ Cassanova & The Austin. Past honorees have included Bavu Blakes, Cooly Girls (some of Austin’s earliest hip hop acts) 450l East Martin Luther King Blvd. Smackola, Tosin from TheScrewShop.com, DJ Lil Ron, alongside national and regional artists like Wu Tang The Cooly Girls and many more. Clan offshoot The Gravediggaz and Erykah Badu. In Ebenezer Baptist Church Wednesday February 21st, George Washington 2004 he started independently booking hip hop 1010 East 10th Street 512-478-1875 Fax 512-478-1892 Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center showcases for SXSW, and grew the genre at the fes- Bus Ministry Call 512-478-1875 1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX 78702 - Recep- tival for eight years. His current company, Sunday Services Worship Service 8:00 A.M. tion at 6:00 pm, concert at 7:15 pm Pushermania works to connect musicians with brands Sunday School 9:00 A.M. This year’s honorees span the gamut of promo- and sponsor opportunities as well as booking tours Discipleship Training 10:00 A.M. tions, media, production and community building over and local events. Worship Service 11:00 A.M. Wednesday the past 20 years in Austin. Givens Recreation Center and District Park has Midweek Prayer Service 7:00 P.M. Kedrick Stanley has produced Magic Video on for many years been a staple in the Austin east side Dr. Ricky Freeman, Child Development Center Ages 0-5 years (Daily) 512-478-6709 Austin Public Access for over twenty years. Magic Video community. Children from all over have grown up us- Pastor is the premier program showcasing local Austin artists ing its facilities, and organizers have utilized it as the Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church and talent. 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Anthony Mays, Senior Pastor Celebration will be held Saturday, February 17th a new mural to the space. Agape Baptist Church In “The Centre” Bldg. F-15 7801 N. Lamar Blvd. (SE Corner of N Lamar and 183) AUSTIN, TEXAS – Six This event will mark the AGAPE is a chuch for all people. “Where Jesus Christ is Magnified and the love He exhibited is Exemplified.” Come, receive God’s unconditional lovefor you. Square, Austin’s Black Cul- return of a missed art in- For there is no greater love! tural District, and Dream stallation and will be a cel- Church Services Out Loud Experience ebration for all ages with Sunday School 9:30 AM present: Something on music, food, and activities. Sunday Worship 11:00 AM Mid-Week Service Thursday: Praise, Chicon! Off the Wall Mu- Artist Chris Rogers and Six Prayer and Bible Study 7:00 PM ral Reveal. After the con- Square staff will be in at- Rev. H. Ed Calahan Call 454-1547 for Transporation troversial removal of the tendance to reveal the Pastor Website www.agapebcaustintx.com original mural on E. 12th new mural to the East Aus- A Ministry That Ministers and Chicon streets, the tin community and art en- community banded to- thusiasts. About the East gether to show support for Austin Mural The mural on the new art project first E. 12th and Chicon streets proposed in November. was originally painted by first mural, which depicted thriving black community Since then, Six Square has Chris Rogers in 2014 for iconic African American in East Austin. On May 10, Globalizing the Gospel 1179 San Bernard Street, Edward M. Fleming, worked with Chris Rogers, the Romani Art Gallery artists like Tupac Shakur, 2017, the removal of the Austin, TX 78702, 512-478-7023 Sr. Pastor the original artist, to bring opening. It was the artist’s Michael Jackson and mural by new owners of Sunday Morning Bible Study, 9:00 A.M. Sunday Morning Worship, 10:15 A.M. OLIVET BAPTIST James Brown. As soon as the building sparked out- Friends Meeting of Austin (Quakers) Visit our website @ www.obcaus.org CHURCH the piece was completed, rage in East Austin and it was widely accepted as across the entire Austin DAVID CHAPEL Missionary Baptist Church an expression of black cul- community. Chicon Mural SUNDAY Sunday Schedule: Christian Education 9:15a.m. | Worship 10:30 a.m. Forum/Adult Religious Education 10-10:50am ture in what was once a Reveal Nursery Available Unprogrammed Silent Worship 11am-noon WEDNESDAY | February 17, 2018 Worship 1st Wed. monthly 7:00p.m. | Bible Study 7:30p.m. Children’s Religious Education 11am-noon Mural Reveal Child Care 10am-1pm 12 noon - 3 pm @ E. 12th and Chicon streets 3701 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd 2211 East Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd. Music, Food and Activities to Austin, TX 78702 Austin, Texas 78721 Office: 512-472-9748 Fax: 512-472-5399 512.452.1841 • www.austinquakers.org Celebrate East Austin Website: www.davidchapel.org Email: [email protected] Dr. Joseph C. 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Youth of Today Hope of Tomorrow Negro Press Robot Build Season Week Five Garrett Augustus Morgan Morgan was born news service for African pieces, doesn’t rotate too was born in Claysville, a Americans. This organiza- far on its motor and slows tion was setup to fight rac- down as it approaches its community outside of ism and inform people of destination. We’ve hit Paris Kentucky he drooped the plight of the American many bumps in the road. out of school in the sixth Negro. There had been There is an encoder on the grade and then moved out other organization before arm’s motor that measures at the age of sixteen to then. Except for five years speed and distance trav- find work, most of his work there had been a Black eled, but its distance used in the teenage years were newspaper publishers and to reset to zero when the being a handyman and he editors organization. All the robot was first turned on was fortunate enough to hire a tutor to help him organization had similar no matter where the arm Montrae Nelson goals. They all wanted to with his education. Tyler Allen was, which messed up a Four Points M. S. cover our story and to tell Quinn Langford Lastly, In 1910 he be- Gus Garcia YMLA lot of our logic. We had to it. He had their story. For Cedar Ridge H. S. make sure to tell the robot Hello, Garrett came interested in repair- This is Black History too long the history of the Week five of the to calibrate its arm by Augustus Morgan was an ing other peoples inven- Month. There is one aspect American Negro was not 2018 FIRST {For Inspiration moving the arm all the way American inventor and in tions and thats how he cre- of Black American History considered that important and Recognition of Science down and resetting the 1916 he rescued workers ated the smoke hood in that is ignored. That is the and someone else told it. and Technology} Robotics encoder. The limit switch that were trapped in a 1912 and he receive a role of the "Black Press". We Most recognized Black Competition six week used to signal whether or water intake tunnel 50 patent for it. He also pat- are fortunate to have two heroes were already heroes build time has come to a not the arm has rotated all feet beneath Lake Erie. He ented and sold hair care Black owned newspapers in in the Black community close. Teams now have the way down or all the performed the rescue us- products which included Austin, Texas. Most of Afri- first. They knew how fast one final week before they way up is magnetic sensor ing a hood that protected hie hair straightening can-American history was Jesse Owens was or how his eyes from smoke and cream, a hair dye and a first recorded by the Negro have to seal their robots in with two additional mag- good was Jack Johnson was. tubes that hung near the hair straightening comb. Press. a bag that they can’t open nets that trigger the sen- The Negro press was the ground to draw clean air. Thanks for reading. In 1919 the Associated only way everyone could until competition. My sor. Negro Press was organized. know the plight of The team, team 2881, the Lady It shows if the arm is This was the 1st national American Negro. Cans of Austin, Texas, is at an extreme, but it The Proposal mostly done with building doesn’t indicate whether came to check on me, I the robot. It definitely still the arm is too high or too pointed at my watch. Mom’s Dance needs work, but it’s done low. This means the arm “Time” I whispered to him. to point where the pro- could start at the very top lated to dance, but not ex- He said, “I’m a little ner- gramming team, which I and calibrate according to actly dancing. I didn’t know vous.” He sounded ner- that she was such a natural! am a part of, can now test the top limit instead of the vous, but that’s normal. I She does still stretch a lot, code on the actual robot. bottom one. It’s required a followed him upstairs and and whenever we’re at a Most recently, I’ve lot of thought to figure out mentioned to my friend to hotel, she’ll do a hand- been trying to make sure how to overcome these come too. Three minutes stand! the arm on our robot, used obstacles, but it’s been fun until, the 11:59pm! I Now that’s what I call to pick up the competition to solve problems like this. a cool mom! She is doing a waited out the time. Then dance with all the other Kamryn Mack my he called for moms to this song Theater Kipp Leadership Elem. everyone’s attention. Time called,”Collard Greens and Okay, so you see the to break the news! He Cornbread”. You can really For this project I de- title, right? So, you kind of made it seem like he was Ruby George tell when someone is get- cided to sing twinkle get what this article is about. thanking everyone for Riojas Elementary ting into something. My twinkle little star because My mom got the thrill of a coming, while my mom mom was practicing when- it is something I can re- Today, Sunday Febru- lifetime! She’s not going to was recording him. When ever she could. She is going member all the lyrics to. ary,11, I went to my MOM’s to perform it at the Sounds be a single mom any he thanked my mom, she dance practice. It’s usually Of Blackness dance show. I The hardest part about longer! This article is about hugged him, and he pulled the other way around. See, cannot wait for the show this project was going up the hours, minutes, and out the ring, got on one I love to dance. It’s not like because my sister and my in front of everyone and moments leading up to the knee, and proposed! My my mom did it for her whole mom are both doing the presenting. I really like that proposal. Are you excited or mom fainted – well not life and then I took over. She show, along with me. But I the teacher let us chose intrigued yet? I know I am! fainted, but she might as did cheer, gymnastics, and am the main star of the what we were going to The setting was my well have. She had a price- drill team. They’re all re- family(: perform. I was the first to mom and future step dad’s less expression on her Joshua Moore present in my class and a friend’s house. The date was face. Stunned, amazed, Manor New Tech M.S. lot of people ended up January 27, 2018, which is you name it. A perfect re- Alienation changing what they had School. The new rules have my future dad’s birthday, at action. After my mom got Last week we had a planned to sing to the come up due to new assis- 8PM. We were celebrating up off the floor, she project. In this project we same song I chose. I think tant principals, they also my future step dad’s birth- screamed yes, and my he became strict on dress code had to choose a song and they changed it because of day with cheesecake and slipped the ring on her fin- again. Before this hap- sing it memorized to the how simple it was and be- soda. I was playing with my ger! Perfect proposal! pened they gave the stu- class. If you had it memo- cause it took no practice friend, watching YouTube Then my mom started dents chances on dress rized you got extra points. at all. videos and chilling out. But, showing off her ring while code they weren’t as strict what my mom didn’t know crying. and there was less kids in The Night Sky was that she was going to Well thanks for read- trouble. We actually didn’t get engaged at 11:59pm, ing my article. I hope you take advantage of our free- right before midnight! have a happy rest of the Alyssa James Winn iar constellations came dom of what we could wear I checked my watch. week! I am so excited for Manor H.S. to school. But as they got from ancient Greece. Five minutes until my mom and my family! Schools usually don’t more strict on dress code However, other civiliza- 11:59pm! So, when he Keep reading! allow kids to feel as if they kids aren’t listening to the tions created their own are responsible enough to rules. Students has ex- patterns in the sky based faint, upside-down Y in the tract him while he was make there own adult like pressed that what they are on their important stories sky. According to Greek fighting the nine headed, decisions. Schools alienate wearing to school can’t af- and people. Constella- mythology, Zeus’ son Her- dragon-like Hydra. When how long our passing peri- fect their learning but send- tions are divided into two cules was given 12 labors the crab bit Hercules on ods should be, how long our ing them out of class to get groups. Some constella- by Zeus’ wife Hera. Each one foot, he crushed it with lunch should be. Moreover, new pants or clothes to put Ava Roberts tions never rise nor set, labor would test Hercules’ is other foot then cut the on is very distracting and If you allow kids to make Pflugerville M. S. and they are called circum- strength and courage. final head off the Hydra. there own decisions with stressful to the students. People around the polar. The rest are divided Hera hoped that the 12 la- To honor Hercules’ great adult permission to see Parents are also affected in world associate the heav- into seasonal constella- bors would prove to Zeus victory and to remind Hera how it works out then they this problem because some- ens, the stars, and the pat- tions! that Hercules was unwor- of her failure, Zeus placed might follow they’re direc- times the parents have to tions. We even have to ask come bring the student new terns of the stars with gods My zodiac sign is thy of his love. Hera was the constellation of Can- to go use the restroom and clothes to wear or can’t af- and goddesses from vari- Cancer – the Crab. It is very jealous of Zeus’ love cer the Crab in the sky. that makes use feel little ford new clothing. Schools ous cultures. Constella- visible in the Northern for Hercules. She wanted If you want to read and like we have no power. should give students a tions are formed from Hemisphere during the to be sure that Hercules about your zodiac take a This topic has come up chance to make adult like bright stars that appear to early spring and in the failed at this task so she look at www.tcoe.org/ due to new rules and re- decisions regarding their be close to each other in Southern Hemisphere in sent a large crab to grab scicon/instructionalguide/ strictions at Manor High education. the sky. Most of the famil- the autumn. It looks like a him by the heel and dis- constellations.pdf. www.theaustinvillager.com THE COURIER THE VILLAGER/February 16, 2018~ Page 5 Embracing Your Natural Curls and her passion for what Obama Backed Committee she does inspired me per- sonally. From Ms. Hayes, I Targeting Races in 11 States learned that although it may take some time, you by: Julie Carr Smyth have to learn to love and Associated Press embrace your natural hair. Certain products have to COLUMBUS, Ohio be looked into and every- (AP) — A Democratic thing works differently for group backed by former everyone's hair. I also President Barack Obama learned that there are tex- said this week it plans to ture ranks for your hair. If invest millions of dollars you would like to know your in state-level elections in SaNaya White hair texture, there is a quiz 11 states this year, with its Ann Richards under their website at heaviest focus on Ohio. Thursday February 8, www.naturallycurly.com. The National Demo- I attended a meeting held It not only contains cratic Redistricting Com- for young black women to this quiz, but also valuable mittee, led by former U.S. understand how to em- information and entertain- Attorney General Eric brace their black beauty ing videos that withholds Holder, said this year’s and maintain their natural specific knowledge that election cycle is critical to hair. Our guest speaker, the black community affecting the congres- FILE- In this Dec. 5, 2017, file photo, former President Barack Obama address Gerilyn Hayes, presented needs to know about. Hav- sional redistricting pro- the participants at a summit on climate change involving mayors from around the at our school. The room ing the privilege to listen cess. It is the first cycle globe in Chicago. A Democratic group backed by former President Barack Obama and number of attendants to Ms. Hayes was wonder- whose winners will par- plans to invest millions of dollars in state-level elections in a dozen states this felt small, but the inspira- ful and I'm glad I had the ticipate in drawing con- year, with its heaviest focus on Ohio. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File) tion and interactions filled chance to hear what she gressional maps for the the room. Ms. Hayes is the had to say. I encourage decade starting in 2021. The group is target- nor, state Senate On its watch list are senior copywriter of everyone to look into the The push comes ing races in 11 states, in- — Michigan: Gover- ballot initiatives in Ari- NaturallyCurly. Her focus is NaturallyCurly company amid bipartisan national cluding nine gubernato- nor, state Senate, state zona, Missouri, South Da- on hair textures and prod- and just take a few min- concern that political ger- rial races, 18 legislative House, ballot initiative kota and Utah; the utes to read about it. I uct efficiency. Ms. Hayes rymandering, the process chambers, two ballot ini- — Minnesota: Gov- governor’s and state Sen- also volunteers for Meals have heard many of drawing maps that tiatives and two down- ernor, state Senate, state ate races in Maine; and on Wheels of Central Aus- speeches about natural benefit one party over an- ballot races. Eight more House the governor’s, state Sen- tin, she writes and records ebony hair before but, this other, has led to partisan- states are on the — Nevada: Gover- ate and state House races music, while publishing speech opened my eyes to ship, gridlock and incivil- committee’s watch list. nor, state Senate, state in New Hampshire. positive texture messages. look at hair in a entirely ity in Washington. In Ohio, a perennial House Ohio Gov. John Ms. Hayes discussed at the new perspective. Thank “In 2011, Republi- political battleground, the — North Carolina: Kasich, a Republican, also meeting what it was like you to my school for pro- cans created gerryman- for her to grow up with her viding us with the privilege committee plans to sup- State Senate, state House has been championing re- dered districts that locked natural hair, learning to to have the meeting, port Democrats for five — Pennsylvania: districting reforms, in- except it, and claiming it. thank you to Ms. Hayes for themselves into power offices — governor, audi- Governor, state Senate, cluding working with fel- She talked about her work coming and teaching us, and shut out voters from tor, secretary of state, state House low Republican, movie and what she loves about and thank you to the electoral process,” Ohio Senate and Ohio — Texas: State Sen- star and ex-California Gov. it. Her enthusiasm en- NaturallyCurly for doing Holder said in announcing House — as well as push- ate, state House Arnold Schwarzenegger’s gaged all who attended what you all do. the group’s electoral tar- ing a redistricting ballot — Wisconsin: Gover- Terminate Gerrymander- gets on Wednesday. “By measure. nor, state Senate ing Crowdpac. focusing on these state Other target races The group also par- Ohio lawmakers sent James M Smith and local races, we can include: ticipated in the Virginia a bipartisan redistricting ensure Democrats who — Colorado: Gover- House last year, and has compromise to the state- became the first African will fight for fairness have nor, state Senate targeted both its House wide May ballot in a vote American to run a phar- a seat at the table when — Florida: Governor, and Senate in 2019. this week. macy in this nation. He has new maps are drawn in state Senate been most well-known for 2021.” — Georgia: Gover- his leadership as an aboli- FREE Community tionist with Frederick Douglass he helped start Policing Training! the National Council of My IGNITE Interview Colored People in 1853. Let’s Build Relationships spent lots of time coordi- James served for 20 nating with my sponsor Kevin Parish years as the doctor at the and Work Together! and doing research on the Hendrickson H. S. Colored Orphan Asylum in organization, so it was You are cordially invited to the upcoming James McCune Smith New York. After it was wonderful to see all my Big Data & Community Policing (BDCP) Work- was born in Manhattan, burned down in July 1863 hard work pay off. Even shop/Training on March 8, 2018 at the Carver New York, U.S on April 18, by a mob in the New York though I do not plan to run Museum Theater. The training is FREE to all 1813. He was an American Draft Riots, almost 100 for an elected office, I told participants. physician, apothecary, blacks were killed, so Ms. Steffi that IGNITE is abolitionist, and author. Smith and his family Law enforcement, community members, important to because it He was the first African moved to Brooklyn for students, and stakeholders are welcome to join has boosted my confi- American to have a medi- their safety. James Smith this important training for fostering healthier dence, a skill that is nec- cal degree and he also died two years later on communities and better relationships between Cyrena Matingou essary to succeed in any graduated at the top in his November 17, 1865 from our public servants and the public that they Cedar Ridge H. S. job field. My goals for IG- class at University of congestive heart failure on serve. On Friday, February 9 NITE are to make everyone Glasgow in Scotland. After Long Island, New York at You’ll learn about the latest practices of at 7:30 PM, I was inter- in the club aware of social his return to the U.S, he the age of 52. evidence and empathy-based community po- viewed at Cedar Ridge issues in the world today High School by KXAN re- and how to talk about licing from research analysts, tech developers, Urban Agriculture porter Steffi Lee about an them respectfully and to and community leaders nationwide. This 4- organization called IGNITE. support girls at my school hour training will include breakout sessions, The purpose of IGNITE is who want to run for office. tangible resources to take home. While dona- cultural practices. The to encourage young Maybe the club will give tions are GREATLY appreciated, there is no aquaponics system con- women to run for political someone the courage to cost to attend. Secure your seat today! sists of one large tub for offices by encouraging become the first female fish (Urban Agriculture is them and providing sup- president! Black History Month Kids Day growing Tilapia) and an- port and opportunities. The interview was Sat February 17 @ 12:00 pm | 4:00 pm other large tub for plants Because I am the founder a fun way for me to reflect George Washington Carver Museum which are connected by and president of the IG- my experience of starting 1165 Angelina St. PVC pipes. The waste pro- NITE chapter at Cedar a club at my school and duced by the fish is uti- Ridge, Ms. Steffi wanted to raise awareness about the Family event features crafts, stories, and activities lized as an organic fertil- ask me about how I be- IGNITE organization. It is meant to introduce kids and families to the importance izer for the plants, and the came involved with the or- my hope that every young of Black History Month. plants filter the water ganization and why IGNITE woman has the opportu- that's needed for the fish. is special to me. nity, even if it is not Jalen Moore TheVillagerAnd My AP Environmen- I have been in- through IGNITE, to feel KIPP Austin Collegiate tal Science teacher is ex- volved in IGNITE for a little empowered enough to BlackRegistryCompany My school's garden- tremely enthusiastic over a year; I spent my pursue her dreams, and ing club (Urban Agricul- about the project and is spring semester of fresh- know that whether she @TheVillagerATX ture) is currently under- excited about the current man year working to make wants to become the taking the task of building progress that's being the club official at my president or run a mara- an aquaponics system to made on building the school and had my pro- thon, she can do anything www.TheAustinVillager.com promote sustainable agri- aquaponics system. posal approved last fall. I she sets her mind to. Page 6 ~ THE VILLAGER/February 16, 2018 DIASPORA www.theaustinvillager.com EDWIN HAWKINS, GRAMMY® Black Austin Democrats AWARD WINNER AND GOSPEL Announces 2018 Endorsements MUSIC TRAILBLAZER, by Tsoke (Chuch) Adjavon | PASSES AWAY AT 74 Villager Columnist By Naomi Richard | VILLAGER Contributor As the Democratic Party primaries get close, Edwin Hawkins, the numerous Travis County four-time Grammy® Democratic Party club Award-winning leader of have begun to endorse The Edwin Hawkins Sing- certain candidates. For ers’ 1969 million-seller, the Travis County polls, the “Oh Happy Day,” died Black Austin Democrats January 15th at his home have endorsed certain in Northern California af- candidates. According to ter a bout with pancreatic the Black Austin Demo- cancer. He was 74 years crats, they have endorsed old. The Celebration of Life Sheryl Cole for Texas in his memory drew “gos- House District 46. More- pel royalty” from around over, the BAD endorse- the country, including Ri- ment in HD 46, which, is chard Smallwood, Donald suppose to be “black seat” Lawrence, Bebe Winans, speaks “volume.” In the LaShun Pace, Sondra Travis County Commis- Crouch, Rusty Watson, Dr. sioner Court Precinct 4, Bobby Jones, Tramaine Susanna Woody was en- Hawkins, James Hall, dorsed by the BAD. B.Slade, DeWayne Woods, Not only did they en- Pastor Donnie McClurkin dorse in the Texas House and Chrystal Rucker. Race but also in the Judi- Aurora Martinez Jones During a two-day cel- cial races. In the Judicial ebration, family, fans, races, these are following bent); Judge, County Court merous people of the friends and many in the candidates who were en- at Law No. 5: Nancy community depend or rely gospel-centric media gath- dorsed: District Judge, Hohengarten (incumbent) on the “BAD endorse- ered to honor the legacy of Edwin Hawkins during a 2016 Post-Grammy® 331st Judicial District: and Justice of the Peace, ment.” In other words, Edwin Hawkins, who is Award Gospel Extravaganza. Photo by Naomi David Crain (incumbent); and Pct. 3: Sylvia Holmes The Black Austin Demo- widely regarded as the fa- Richard. District Judge, 459th Judi- Finally, BAD also en- crat endorsement “plays” ther of Contemporary cial District: Aurora dorsed support the Paid heavy in the community. Gospel Music. The ser- marked, “Edwin changed Soul Gospel Performance Martinez Jones; Judge, Sick Days Ordinance pro- However, the candidate vices were held February the face of gospel music for “Oh Happy Day,” the County Court at Law No. 3: posed at the Austin City must still work hard to get 6th and 7th at the Harbor and helped create a fresh crossover hit that solidi- John Lipscombe (incum- Council. Moreover, nu- to the “finish line.” Light Church in Fremont, sounding genre that fied his status as a leading California. spread around the entire force in gospel music. He Austin, TX - On Satur- tendees. The passing of world. He was a humble earned three more day, March 24th, 2018, The Urban Health Edwin Hawkins is particu- and kind spirit that not Grammy Awards® during The 2nd inaugural Urban Expo is the first initiative to larly poignant for this only encouraged others his career in the Best Soul Health Expo will take place close the gap on health gospel media writer. who were privileged to Gospel Performance and at Huston-Tillotson Uni- disparities with African Growing up in the Bay meet him, but also in- Best Gospel Album By A versity. This is event is free Americans in a fun, inter- Area and in the church spired millions to be dar- Choir Or Chorus catego- and open to the public. active and supportive en- community, our family ing in their creativity.” ries. Edwin’s contribu- This year the organization vironment. www.urban held strong ties with the The Recording Acad- tions to the contempo- expects more than 600 at- healthexpo.com Hawkins’ family. My ear- emy Released a state- rary Christian genre and liest memory of Edwin ment: “Four-time commitment to music Joi Chevalier For Texas Comptroller was as a little girl in his Grammy® winner Edwin celebrating religious faith presence. He was a giant Hawkins was a celebrated will continue to inspire of a man and a celebrity at recording artist recognized both artists and audi- that time. He was a man as a founder of modern ences for years to come.” of faith, honor and convic- gospel music. He earned Our thoughts and tion. He was the epitome 19 Grammy® nominations prayers go out to Edwin’s of a gentle-man. between 1969–1996, win- family and collaborators Smallwood re- ning his first award for Best during this difficult time. State of the African Diaspora in civic duties. According to Diaspora Vote, “we seek to work with key community leaders, busi- ness owners, concerned citizens and other com- munity organization, in order, to mobilize all communities living in Central Texas” Over the years, Cen- tral Texas has seen a dras- tic increase of immigrant, Joi Chevalier including, African immi- by Tsoke (Chuch) Adjavon | Villager Columnist grants. African immigrant are now choosing to skip It has been over 30 years since a Texas Democrat was elected to a state- the likely immigrant hub wide position. However, Joi Chevalier has an opponent in the Democratic like Dallas, Houston, Los Party. Moreover, Joy Chevalier is running for the Texas Comptroller posi- Angeles, New York City; tion. The role of the Texas Comptroller consists of the following: accounting but rather come to Aus- for the State; revenue estimator and treasure; and chief tax collectors. In tin. Austin has become a addition, the role of the Texas Comptroller is to “collect and remit funds to hub due to these follow- certain jurisdiction in Texas.” ing reasons: education, Moreover, Joi Chevalier is running for this position because Joi believes health care system, jobs, that she can better serve the people of Texas. According to Joi Chevalier, “ and quality schools. There’s a pulpit available to the Comptroller, and today it is extremely Moreover, the “State of underutilized. Therefore, I want to restore that voice, informing both the Ousmane, member of Diaspora Vote. the African Diaspora” is lawmakers and the public of how government action and its hidden costs Photo by Tsoke (Chuch) Adjavon meant to talk about both affect the people living in our great state.” the achievement and the Finally Joi Chevalier comes from a business background. She is an en- by Tsoke challenges that the Afri- trepreneur who understand the various aspect of business management. Not (Chuch) Adjavon | Diaspora” of Central can community faces. For only has she been a trailblazer in business but also has given back to the Texas. Moreover, instance, some of the Villager Columnist community. Over the years, she has helped to mentor new business owner. Diaspora Vote was first challengers includes the According to Joi, “ she has been a part of the mentors in UT/City of Austin Saturday, February created in 2010 to help following: how to grow Small Business Development Office program - FASTForward – a program 24, 2018, Diaspora Vote a the growing African com- one small business and focused on entrepreneur development; participated in InnoTech’s March nonprofit plans to hold munity to get involved in how to invest for the fu- Madness; and judged the 2017 Texas Venture Labs Investment Competition the “State of the African local politics and engage ture generation. Finals.” www.theaustinvillager.com CLASSIFIEDS THE VILLAGER/February 16, 2018 ~ Page 7 EMPLOYMENT | PROPOSALS | PUBLIC INFORMATION FOR SALE | FOR RENT | BIDS | MISCELLANEOUS The #UsToo Movement: Healing from Racial Wounds Texas Historically Black Colleges & Universities Offer Day of Healing through Storytelling Austin, TX - #UsToo! nary, and City University of encounter with racism and In our efforts to heal from New York will come to- its impact upon them. the effects of racial discord gether to offer the Austin The project’s strategy in America we must be community of color a day is twofold: 1) to capture willing to expose and hear of healing through stories of racial discrimina- the experiences of those storytelling to heal tion and wrap them in aca- who have suffered. Only wounds suffered from the demic research and in- by truly listening to those effects of racial discrimina- quiry so they can never be most impacted can we be- tion. Forty students from denied or discounted gin the process of healing these universities under again, and 2) for people of and reconciliation. Seven the supervision of ten of color to share their stories Texas Historically Black their scholars will come and then release them so and finally having them ac- Colleges & Universities together at Austin Presby- they can begin the healing knowledged and acted along with Baylor terian Theological Semi- process. Coming off the upon, it is consistent and University’s Institute of nary to interview, record, #MeToo movement and appropriate that people Oral History, Austin Pres- capture, and archive the its success of sharing sto- color have their stories of byterian Theological Semi- ordinary person of color’s ries of sexual harassment racial discrimination heard and acknowledged in the Invitation to Bid Braun & Butler Construction, (B&B), Competitive Sealed Proposal for AISD project no. 170006-BURGR Burger Center Renovations, is requesting bids Hensel Phelps Construction Co., Construction Manager @Risk, will from qualified subcontractors for same way. The stories tionships. Not only will we the construction of the work be soliciting proposals from subcontractors and material suppliers for described in connection with this will not be shared in a record these stories for vali- the construction of The City of Austin, COA Project No. 11222.001, project. Pre-bid meeting was held way that blames or points dation, but also for at 3:00 pm, February 1, 2018 at the finger, but rather in a posterity’s sake as well as to The ABIA – Terminal/Apron Expansion and Improvements Project, Burger Center Fieldhouse - 3200 Austin, TX. Proposal Package 12 consists of Apron Areas G site Jones Rd., Austin, TX 78745. way that elicits compas- encourage legislative, utilities, earthwork apron paving and a remote retention pond. The Proposals are due February 21, sion, improves listening ecclesiastic, and practical 2018 by 3:00 pm to B&B. skills, and develops rela- action. #UsToo! Proposal Package will be available on February 27, 2018 by contacting Proposals should be faxed to 512- our office, mentioned below. Proposal selection will be on a best value 837-5115, emailed to [email protected] or FOOD IN FUTURE WALLER basis. We will accept proposals for this package at our office, 10211 ½ mailed/delivered to the office of Hotel Dr., Austin, TX 78719 on March 29, 2018 at 2:00 PM. A Pre- Braun & Butler Construction at 715 CREEK PARKS Proposal Conference and Job Walk will be held at 10:00AM on Discovery Blvd., Suite 109, Cedar Park, TX 78613. The scope of work Waller Creek Conservancy invites the March 7, 2018 at 2716 Spirit of Texas Dr. Rm 174, Austin, TX 78719. includes: Renovations to the toilet community to share input All City of Austin Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprises are rooms at the stadium, Modifications to lighting at the campus, Drinking AUSTIN, TEXAS – ferred. encouraged to submit proposals. The project’s DBE Goal = 10.73%. fountains, Security cameras, Minor Waller Creek Conser- Through a series of in- Hensel Phelps Construction Co. is available at (512) 834-9848 or fax replacement items, Press box flooring. Plans and specifications vancy, together with the teractive activities, attend- (512) 834-9844. Our company is an E.E.O. Employer. We encourage are available to download for free City of Austin, broke ees will have the opportu- and actively solicit proposals from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises at www.planroom.millerids.com or if you want a hard copy they are ground in Sept. nity to share comments on for all projects. available with a $100 refundable 2017 on the Waller their preferred dining expe- deposit from Miller Blueprint, 1000 Creek chain of parks. The rience and menu. Attend- E. 7th Street, Austin, TX 78702. All parks will be active places ees will also hear a project Travis County Health and Human Services questions must be issued in writing via e-mail to Braun & Butler. All for all of Austin to enjoy update on Waterloo Park, P.O. Box 1748, Austin, Texas 78767 bidders must have current and that includes food. which is currently under contractor’s qualification on file Two public feedback ses- construction. (512) 854-4100 Fax (512) 854-4115 with B&B. For questions and/or more information contact sions will be held next Community members [email protected]. month on Thursday, Feb. may also provide feedback General liability and workers’ compensation are mandatory as a 22 and Saturday, Feb. 24 through an electronic sur- prerequisite to submit a bid on the to collect the vey later this month at project. This project is subject to community’s input on wallercreek.org. TRAVIS COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) wage rates for Travis County. A copy of said wage scale is available what food options and Food and refresh- upon request. All MBE/WBE/HUB experiences are pre- ments will be served and Help Identify Community Needs in Travis County subcontractors/suppliers are activities for children will be strongly encouraged to submit “The Pflugerville provided. Attendees can Public Hearing proposals. The Owner reserves the Independent School right to waive any informality and District will open Proposals enjoy a free food tasting to reject any and all proposals. for: and cooking demonstra- Travis County invites the public to attend a public hearing Windows, Doors & Window “The Pflugerville tion. Spanish interpretation where residents will have an opportunity to present commu- Tinting will be available at the Sat- Independent School on Wednesday, February nity needs and recommend projects for Community Develop- District will open 28, 2018 urday meeting. @ 2:00 p.m. ment Block Grant (CDBG) funds for usage in the unincorporated Proposals for: All proposals may be WHEN & WHERE: areas of Travis County. The information collected will guide the Integrated Pest submitted (by mail or hand Thursday, February 22nd Management Services carry) to: Pflugerville ISD selection of CDBG projects for the Program Year 2018 (October 1401 West Pecan 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. On February 23, 2018@ Pflugerville, TX 78660 2018-September 2019). 2:00 p.m.All proposals Attn:Janie Ornelas Mexican---American may be submitted (by Proposals may be picked up Cultural Center The CDBG program is funded by the United States Depart- in person or downloaded ment of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to benefit Travis mail or hand carry) to: from the PISD website at: (MACC) Pflugerville ISD www.pfisd.net. County low- to moderate-income residents who live outside any 1401 West Pecan city limit or in the Villages of Webberville and San Leanna. The Pflugerville, T 78660 program supports community development activities aimed at Attn:Paula Bowden revitalizing neighborhoods, improving affordable housing op- tions, and providing improved community facilities and services. For program year 2018, Travis County anticipates to receive an Are you interested in doing business estimated $1,108,685.00. New Jobs for the with the City of Austin? Week of 02/11/2018 The Public Hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 9:00 AM Coordinator, Virtual College of We are here for you! at Travis County, Commissioners Courtroom, 700 Lavaca, Austin, TX. Texas (VCT) City of Austin Pinnacle Campus Job# 1801022 Purchasing Office If you cannot attend the public hearing, you can participate Director, Public Safety Training Vendor Registration by filling out a Participation Form that can be accessed through Center Hays Campus 512-974-2018 the Travis County Website at www.traviscountytx.gov, or at one Job# 1802010 Specialist, Area of Study [email protected] of the seven Travis County Community Centers, or by request- Advising (Student Services) www.austintexas.gov/department/purchasing Highland Business Center ing that it be mailed to you by calling 512-854-3460. Job# 1802001 For information on the City of Austin’s Minority/ District Police, Patrol Officer Women-Owned Procurement Program please contact the For additional information, contact the CDBG office at Service Center [email protected] or call 512-854-3460. To request that Job# 1802008 Small & Minority Business Resources at 512-974-7600 or Apply at HR visit www.austintexas.gov/smbr. an American Sign Language or Spanish interpreter be present Middle Fiskville Rd. 6th Floor, Austin, TX 78752 at the public hearing, please contact CDBG staff at least five Job Line (512 223-5621 business days in advance. hhtp://www./austincc.ed EEOC/AA/M/F/D/V Page 8 ~ THE VILLAGER/February 16, 2018 THE DISPATCH www.theaustinvillager.com UT Acquires Historic East Austin Building as Community Engagement Center

AUSTIN, TX - Paying ten acknowledged that pecially in the East Austin homage to one of its earli- he was most influenced community, and his legacy est black students, The by Frank Lloyd Wright as one of UT’s first African University of Texas at Aus- and Paul Williams, a American students.” tin has purchased an his- black Los Angeles archi- The Community En- toric commercial building tect who designed many gagement Center, part of designed by John of Los Angeles’ public the university’s Division of Saunders Chase, the first buildings and homes for Diversity and Community African American to at- Hollywood stars begin- Engagement (DDCE), was tend the university’s ning in the 1920s. In a previously housed on East School of Architecture, to 2004 interview, Chase 11th Street in the Marvin serve as a community en- said that the functional C. Griffin Building for gagement center. needs of the Colored nearly 10 years and is cur- The 1,450-square- Teachers State Associa- rently located in the Cen- foot building is at 1191 tion and the shape of the tennial Towers Building off Navasota St. in East Austin lot probably most influ- of Airport Boulevard. and is thought to be enced his design of the Leonard Moore, in- Chase’s first commercial structure, which has a T- terim vice president for building design. It was shaped footprint. The diversity and community The building at 1191 Navasota is believed to be the first commercial built in 1952 to serve as university has hired the engagement, said: “The building designed by John Saunders Chase. the headquarters for the East Austin firm Carter DDCE is honored to help Colored Teachers State Design Associates, led by preserve the legacy of dents. It established the members to CODE. through the lenses of Association of Texas and is Donna Carter, to develop John Chase. Given the Commission on Democ- CODE began leasing health, education, hous- on the National Register of plans for remodeling the building’s history, what racy in Education (CODE) the building at 1191 ing and law, the Commu- Historic Places. Through building. better way to recognize to equalize teacher sala- Navasota St. to the Pease nity Engagement Center the years few alterations “Chase’s architecture Chase’s extensive contri- ries through legal action family for use as The serves as the front porch have been made to the has left an indelible mark butions than to utilize the and often partnered with House of Elegance, a of the university. We are building, which has a on communities in Austin space he built to partner the NAACP. Its members beauty salon, in operation excited to build that front minimalist and modernis- and throughout Texas,” with the community.” continued to advocate for until recently. The Pease porch in a community we tic design in the tradition said UT Austin President The Colored Teachers educational advances un- family purchased the value, on a building that of the Machine Age and Gregory L. Fenves. “By pre- State Association of Texas til the organization (which building in 1972. was designed by Long- International Style. serving this historic build- was instrumental in ad- dropped the word “Col- Moore said: “With a horn family and that Chase, the first li- ing, the university can vancing many changes in ored” from its name after commitment to helping served black educators censed African American commemorate Chase’s in- the battle for equality for 1955) disbanded in 1966, address issues concern- across the state for many architect in the state, of- fluence as an architect, es- black teachers and stu- transferring its assets and ing access and equity years.” Douglass AUSTIN, TX - Febru- East Austin. The Douglass History Month to learn ary is Black History Month, Club of Austin visited more about the commu- Club of focused time to reflect on George Washington nity. More information our history and celebrate Carver Branch Library on the historical marker Austin our accomplishments (1165 Angelina Street) and locations may be found while living this life to- Wesley United Methodist at www.hmdb.org. For Celebrating gether. In honor of Black Church (1164 San Bernard more information on the History Month, the Street) among others. Douglass Club of Austin, Black Douglass Club of Austin We challenge you to please contact us at History along with some members visit these historical DouglassClub Austin of the Douglass Club Youth sites/markers as well as [email protected] Month conducted a tour of eleven the remaining 15 East or Douglass Club of Austin at the Wesley United by Felecia (11) of twenty-six (26) his- Austin historical sites/ DouglassClub Youth Methodist Church historical site/marker. Williams-Dennis torical sites/markers in markers in honor of Black [email protected] Photo by Felecia Williams-Dennis.