Volume 25, No. 6 “And Ye Shall Know The Truth...” November 27, 2013 Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union’s Annual Banquet
TUFCU staff - Enjoli Henry, Shantae Neely, Eric Cowell, DeLise Simmons, Suzette Cowell, Shawnise Simmons
“Thank you for this night, thank you Lord for leading us and keeping us. We gather to honor those who’ve done commendable work for this credit union, which benefits the community.”
In This Issue...
Soulcial Scene Book Review BlackMarket- Perryman Sykes Wins Council Seat Kids Unlimited I AM Juanita Terrell’s 90th Page 12 Place Page 2 Page 4 Page 6 Page 8 Page 11 Page 14
Minister on Tolliver Cover Story; TUFCU Banquet Hair Local 500 Father Daughter Dance today’s Music Classifieds Page 3 Page 5 Page 7 Page 9 Page 16 Page 13 Page 15
Page 2 The Sojourner’s Truth November 27, 2013 White Shadows By Rev. Donald L. Perryman, D.Min. The Truth Contributor
Racism systematically verifies itself anytime the slave can only be free by imitat- ing his master. — Jamil Abdullah Al-Amin (H. Rap Brown)
What kind of person has the su- made to the “Collins and two bros” – es. This compares to the comparative someone only interested in march- percilliousness, arrogance or disdain (Finkbeiner/Ford) - triumvirate. stingy minority purchasing practices ing to the tune of the mayor-elect, – to even subtly suggest that what The community is already giving during previous administrations. Street as occurred at various times in the today’s young black men primarily the stank eye to the mayor-elect for talk suggests that the community is de- past. need to be successful is a white male his shady treatment of police chief termined not to lose the gains we’ve re- A worthy replacement can only athletic coach-type to mentor and Derrick Diggs. The chief has received cently made. be someone who values diver- discipline them in the manner of cer- several high-profile job offers from It is a federal requirement that the Af- sity and has a strong background tain celebrated white coaches of the communities across the country and firmative Action Office sign off on all in civil rights investigations and distant past? also enjoys enormous positive public federal funding therefore the city risks an understanding of federal and Evidently, this kind of paternal- sentiment locally. losing or returning funding if it does not state EEO requirements. Without a istic rhetoric still occurs in Toledo He has changed the morale on the comply with equal opportunity man- strong background of either work- nearly 40 years after the end of the force as well as in the streets for the dates. ing in the field or for a university or Civil Rights Movement but is being better, and can hardly walk down the The department works with the Civil similar institution, they risk being passed off as community activism. halls of the Safety Building or One Rights commission to settle many un- run over by an administration that What is equally puzzling is that none Government Center without subor- der the radar incidents such as when the is insensitive or unknowledgeable of the several African Americans who dinates approaching him in tears and mostly black solid waste drivers lost all about equal opportunity laws. witnessed last week’s effrontery put begging him not to leave the depart- of their seniority in their transfer from The one person who meets these that nonsense in check. ment. one union to another during the privati- requirements and is acceptable to Perhaps, the poor souls are insult- Diggs also knows how to relate zation of Toledo’s trash collection. the community is Alan Bannister, hardened and did not recognize that equally to blacks and whites, the The employees were told that “The current Toledo Affirmative Action they had been spit upon. Or maybe, wealthy, poor or just average citizen. only way you keep your job is if you manager. Bannister has worked for this derogatory declamation was ac- Although Diggs possesses the sophis- both ex-Mayor Jack Ford and for- curately seen as merely a self-di- go to the bottom of the list.” There tication and proficiency in 21st Cen- were employees with 20 years of ex- mer Ohio Governor Ted Strickland rected egotistic pep talk as part of a tury technological policing methods, and has developed an extensive campaign for a city council, county perience who lost all of their senior- a primary reason for reduced crime ity. In comparison, there were several network of federal and state con- commissioner or mayoral staff posi- in Toledo has been the affection and tacts. tion. white employees in the Sewage de- respect that the inner city youth and partment with one, two or three years I am confident that Al also has While it is true that a large number even gang members have for him as experience who were managing black the backbone to bring minority is- of disadvantaged youth in Toledo a competent black man in power. employees with 20 years on the job sues out of the shadows and place suffer from the effects of poverty, Word on the street is that the com- who were required to train the inexpe- them front and center so that the the simplistic “White Shadow” theo- munity will hold the “tripartite ruling rienced supervisors. city of Toledo can retain the honor ry – that white males are the answer bosses” accountable for how Diggs With director Perlean Griffin set to of being an equal opportunity em- to turning perennial losers (code for is treated. They will be watching to retire, the community will scrutinize ployer. underprivileged people of color) into see if Collins is allowed to demote the decision to hire her successor in Contact Rev. Donald Perryman, winners – is racist myth. him or cut police department funding order to ensure that the department D.Min, at drdlperryman@center- A more relevant theory for the for cameras or data-driven policing and its work is not watered down by ofhopebaptist.org quickly approaching post-Bell leader- in order to undermine Diggs’ effec- ship era, is that of the late, great enter- tiveness. tainer James Brown – “I don’t want Another area under the communi- nobody to give me nothing, just open ty’s microscope is the city’s Affirma- Community Calendar the door and I’ll get it myself.” tive Action department. As a result Equal opportunity and mutual re- of the department’s efforts, Toledo is November 27 spect are at the heart of a wary black now spending nearly $20 million an- community’s concern as the ”full nually with minority businesses out United Community Church Annual Thanksgiving Dinner: Noon to 2 pm speed in reverse” transition is being of a total of $135 million in purchas- November 28 Thanksgiving Day!!! Pilgrim Church 10th Annual Thanksgiving Day Community Meal: 11 am to 2 pm The Sojourner’s Truth Andrew’s Free ThankZgiving Feast: Paddy Jack’s; Noon to 3 pm; Courtesy of Toledo’s Truthful African American Andrew Z Owned and Operated Newspaper Thomas Temple COGIC Thanksgiving Dinner: 1 to 3 pm: 419-255-3447
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By Lafe Tolliver Guest Comment You know, when you cruise the Web and see Indian). this postmodern verbal slavery and debasement. what is happening in other parts of the country and The genesis of the “N” word, as it was practiced Since Sir Charles does not have enough mother what antics and silliness people are up to and into, and used in slavery times by white folks, was to wit or common sense to know when to say no to how could one overlook the following two items totally demean, demoralize and humiliate black the “N” words, his “friends” need to do him a fa- as simply being, “ignut” (short hand for the word people. Period. Nothing of any positive value was vor and tell him in no certain terms that they do ignorant as “ignut” is about an ignoramus or a per- meant by using the “N” word. not want to be associated with that word. son who doesn’t know history but wants to front It was a verbal whip laced with glass shards and on you as if he does).\ Sir Charles needs to quit playing the role of a fueled by a cruel and corrupted view of humanity buffoon and clown and sit down and read some his- ISSUE ONE: Bring out good ol’ Charles Bark- that would assign to a particular class of people tory and get his crooked thinking straightened out. ley and spin his top and watch him self- destruct such degradation and contempt and hatred that with his foolishness and pure gibberish. Now Sir (Note: yes, I detest the use of that word by black would rival the smell of sulphur arising out of a folks among black folks and about black folks… Charles is claiming a defense of using the “N” dung hill. word. no exemptions or waivers needed or granted!) Is that descriptive enough for you to slightly un- This recently happened when a fellow athlete ISSUE TWO: Here is one for the books. Some derstand the culture out of which the use of the“N” was rightfully fined $25,000.00 by the NBA for black churches are resurrecting the erroneous use using the “N” word about a fellow black athlete. word was used as a tool of brutal submission? of a person being a New Testament armor bearer. The fined player apologized (probably at the in- But, in spite of the psychological rape that the You know, the person who thinks it is of high ex- sistence of his PR firm) but what does Sir Charles “N” word was used to ravage a people and their altation that they are chosen by a pastor to carry do? He rants on the sports network on which he is history and culture, we have the likes of Charles his Bible to the podium while the pastor trails be- a commentator and says that he will forever use Barkley, among others, who think it is hip and hind. Or, this church member thinks he is getting the “N” word with both black and white friends! cool and “with it” to banter the word around like it glory or is being humble by fetching the pastor’s First of all, if you assiduously study Sir Charles is being redeemed by their repetitive usage of it. dry cleaning or getting his daily double latte from and his remarks you will notice that this man is To view such woeful ignorance by Sir Charles the local Starbucks. totally goofy and his comments have no redeem- and others of his ilk is sad. Maybe, by driving his pastor’s fab car through ing value. Sad to see that we have so called intelligent the carwash or mowing his lawn, the armor bearer Charles Barkley, like too many people black and people who will fight for the right to continually is thinking that he is racking up points with God white, are woefully lacking in any historical study debase themselves and want you to join them in for being such a humble person. of the black experience in America and about one their verbal cesspool. Hogwash! For the record, in the New Tes- of America’s greatest sins…slavery and its ongo- Any white “friends” of Sir Charles who would tament, there is no such person or office known ing progeny (Note: the other one is the systematic put up with this heinous use of the “N” word in as an armor bearer. It is spin or takeoff from the and near decimation of the Native American aka: their presence are contemporary accomplices to Old Testament wherein an armor bearer was an as- ... continued on page 13 Page 4 The Sojourner’s Truth November 27, 2013 Larry Sykes Moves Ahead of Adam Martinez for Last Council Seat By Fletcher Word Sojourner’s Truth Editor A count of the outstanding 504 provisional around. “It really hasn’t settled in yet. This ballots concluded on Monday, November 25 has been a long run and has been a stressful changed the outcome of the race for Toledo situation for our team but we have forged City Council as Larry Sykes edged ahead of ahead.” Adam Martinez by five votes for the sixth Sykes, who ran as an unendorsed Demo- and last at-large seat. crat, faced opposition from organized la- Democrat Martinez, the incumbent, had bor for statements made as a member of led Sykes, also a Democrat and a long-time the school board that were perceived to member of the Toledo Board of Education, be anti-labor, a charge he has vehemently by 34 votes after the November 5 general denied. However, Martinez was also the election count for sixth place. Theresa M. object of labor’s ire, particularly when he Gabriel, an independent, finished in fifth ignored their wishes and those of the Ohio place after that initial count with 75 more and Lucas County Democratic parties and votes than Martinez. endorsed Mayor Mike Bell for re-election. Monday’s final tally places Gabriel still That move probably sealed his fate given in fifth place with 19,370 votes, Sykes with Bell’s landslide defeat. 19,282 votes and Martinez with 19,277. One significant aspect of the Sykes victo- Or, we should say almost final tally. Since ry is that for the first time in history, five of the vote difference is less than one half of the Toledo City Council seats will be filled one percent of the total, it is subject to re- with African-Americans. Former Mayor count which will be conducted by the Lucas Jack Ford, who finished second in the at- County Board of Elections on December 5. large voting, joins newly-elected Sykes and Re-counts, however, rarely if ever change Gabriel on Council. District 1 Councilman the results of the final tally in Lucas Coun- Tyrone Riley and District 4 Councilwoman ty. Paula Hicks-Hudson, also council presi- “I’m humbled,” said Sykes of the turn- dent, are the other African Americans. Larry Sykes November 27, 2013 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 5 Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union Celebrates with Annual Banquet By Artisha Lawson Sojourner’s Truth Reporter
Near the intersections of Dorr Street, Junction Ave, from the Friendship Baptist pulpit spoke to her and, Cook, Suzette Cowell, Pastor Robert Culp, Roosevelt and N. Detroit Ave. is the shopping plaza where the after various community engagement activities, the Gant, Minister Rick Hunter, Alto King Jr, Edwin Ma- Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union operates. The credit union was established. “We had 700 mem- brey, and Bishop Duane C. Tisdale. Toledo Urban Credit credit union opened on July 21, 1996. bers, and then (Mayor) Carty [Finkbeiner] asked Union board of directors: Suzette Cowell, Edwin Ma- Scores of credit union supporters gathered on Satur- if we would move to Dorr Street, and by January brey, Leo Martinez, Frances Smith, Charles Welch and day, November 23 to celebrate the growth and vision 1997 we had two staff members. The people we Fletcher Word. of the credit union during their annual meeting and serve need us. They need a financial institution. The purpose of the Toledo Urban Credit Union is to appreciation banquet held at the Pinnacle in Maumee, The board and the staff know it’s needed.” achieve economic empowerment through education for Ohio. The banquet acknowledged 14 individuals who The 2013 honorees: John C. Bates, Sarah J. its members to be active partners in the community. have supported the credit union and featured keynote Bates, Deborah G. Beyer, Charsena D. Braswell, speaker, Laura Lloyd-Jenkins, current Lucas County James Hoffman, Robert W. LaClair, Richard D. Administrator and first African-American to hold this LaValley Jr., Jan K.M. Scotland, Stephanie W. position. Turner, Shawn Cowell, Richard Grant, Dawn Hef- Valerie Robinson served as the mistress of cere- fner, Richard H. McCray and Charles Turner. Each mony, and Pastor Cordell Jenkins of Abundant Life honoree received a token of appreciation and warm Ministries opened the program with a warm prayer: reception from Cowell and the audience. “Thank you for this night, thank you Lord for leading Honoree Grant is active in local community us and keeping us. We gather to honor those who’ve organizations and an avid support of the credit done commendable work for this credit union, which union’s annual golf fund-raiser: “I never thought I benefits the community.” would receive this honor. I want to thank my wife, Board member Edwin Mabrey welcomed guests, my mother, and my beautiful children.” Honoree and Teresia Watson presented a soulful selection. First McCray is responsible for spear-heading the credit and only Credit Union CEO Suzette Cowell addressed union’s tax preparation program: “Suzette ap- attendees about her financial banking background. “If proached me to assist customers with their taxes. you lived in certain zip codes you were turned down She convinced me there was a need, and I stepped for a loan. When God has a plan it’s all worked out,” in to help.” she told the guests. The Toledo Urban Credit Union founders are: Cowell shared how Bishop Duane Tisdale’s words Ken Anderson, James Cobham, Bishop Terry Mistress of Ceremonies Valerie Robinson
TUFCU staff - Enjoli Henry, Shantae Neely, Eric Cowell, DeLise Simmons, Suzette Cowell, Shawnise Simmons
Banquet soloist Teresia Watson
Keynote Speaker Laura Lloyd-Jenkins (seated,center) with (top left and clockwise) Charles Welch, Suzette Cowell, Edwin Mabrey, Adele Jasion and Frances Smith Page 6 The Sojourner’s Truth November 27, 2013 Kids Unlimited Hosts Fundraiser at The Pinnacle Special to The Truth “Kids Unlimited gives children an- enhancing the educational experience other chance and creates opportunities for those children in challenging circum- for them,” wrote Mike Gibbons, board stances. chairman in preparation for the event the Kids Unlimited takes a holistic ap- tutoring non-profit group held on Mon- proach to educating and mentoring chil- day, November 11 at The Pinnacle. dren. While working within inner-city The dinner, which Gibbons called elementary schools, the program spe- part fundraiser and part thank-you to cializes in three critical areas: academics, supporters, brought together more than character development and self-disci- 550 attendees. pline. “It can and does change lives,” he The program picks up where school continued. “We hope that after this leaves off and assists teachers in provid- John C. Moore with Kattie Bond and Samuel Hancock, Ed.D. evening you will see the good being ing homework help, positive adult role done and that it prompts you to get in- models, tutoring, field trips, among other volved with the program. Together we tasks. The program works within schools can help thousands of children achieve in order to minimize transportation is- happy and successful lives.” sues. Headlining the evening as keynote Created seven years ago by Director speaker was Detroit Mayor Dave Bing Chris Amato, the lives of over 2,000 chil- who praised the group for its work in dren have been touched by the program.
Mayor Bell with parents, Ora and Norman Bell
Terry Crosby, Former Mayor of Detroit Dave Bing with Shawn Reid and Todd Mitchell
Shawn and Sonya Reid
Sam Nugent and Chief Derrick Diggs
Todd Mitchell and Danielle Hall
Seated, Louise Edje and Dorothy Price with Lou Edje and Lee Booze-Battle November 27, 2013 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 7
Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene Hair Expo 2013 By Carla Yvette
What started out as a few women come and learn not just about natu- getting together in a living room has ral hair care but also about different grown into the third annual Hair Expo, aspects of healthy living and beauty which was held this year on October while shopping for fashion, art and 12 at the New Life Center. other unique items that celebrate the Megan Davis’ passion for educating African-American culture. people about natural hair care began In speaking about the expo Davis in 1998 with a group of stay-at-home says: “This has become what’s known moms in her home town of New Or- as the largest black vendor market leans who provided support for one place in Toledo now, and many people another and developed a sense of com- are excited about coming and being a munity on their journey to natural hair. part of it.” Although most of the par- Davis, who wanted to keep that ticipants are from Toledo, Davis says sense of community alive when she she has vendors who come from De- Megan Davis of The Kitchen Salon Marian Blanton and Rachele Gilbert moved back to Toledo, started by hav- troit, Indianapolis, Cleveland and Co- and Sheila Everette-Hale of ing talks and discussions about hair lumbus to participate. Everette’s Natural Hair & Beauty care, primarily on a one-on-one ba- Davis, who currently holds work- School Detroit MI sis. Then in 2007, she decided to start shops at different locations throughout a website called the Kitchen Salon the city, says her vision is to one day where she would provide information have a stationary location, a Kitchen that she had gathered over the years Salon where people can come and about natural hair care. get information at any time. She says This led to more social and engag- she will have ongoing workshops ing workshops and meet-ups with and would like to have a store where more and more people becoming in- people can not only buy things but volved. After a couple of years of also where they can actually become holding meet-ups, Davis had the idea well informed and educated about the to do an expo where people could things they’re buying.
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Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene I AM: A Tribute to Black Women By Carla Yvette
On November 2, I had the privi- I initially went to capture the ex- doing what they do on a daily basis. The video illustrated who we know we lege of participating in the “I Am” perience for my article but found are, not what the mainstream portrays us as. video shoot, a project created by myself caught up in the positive “By producing this video, we hope to accomplish a natural resistance Reedius Maximus and Elevated energy exuded by all the women through awareness of how these negative images of black women are eating Thinkin of Indisoul REY for their there; young, old, mothers, daugh- away at self-image, self-definition, families, healthy sexuality and much single, “I Am”..., an uplifting song ters, friends and sisters. In this day more. We also hope to influence the artists who make music and other works for the black woman, featuring Leah and age of side chicks, jump-off’s, that degrade women to be more conscious of the effect that they are having. Williams. baby-mama’s, b**** and h***, I The members of Indisoul REY are: Elevated Thinkin, Reedius Maximus, The Video Release and Forum will found it refreshing that these men DJ Sid Deluxx and PRIME . be held at The United Way Decem- would put so much time and energy ... continued on page 10 ber 13, 2013, from 5:15 to 7:00 p.m. into encouraging women to find the All are invited to attend. Footage beauty in who they are, AS they are for the video has been gathered over and wanted to find out why they did a four-month period and features it . . . here’s what they told me: women at work, pushing strollers, “The concept of I AM was birthed shopping with their children, older from the “natural” movement and women leaving church, ladies in the black women finding beauty in who beauty salon, etc. they are. We are the only culture that For the final shots, the men sent a requires a movement to be comfort- public invite to all “positive sistas” able in our own skin. Due to this inviting them to come and be a part the song was written to let the sis- of the final shoot which took place tas know that we as black men have in front of the “Community In Jazz” your back. You are and have always Mural on the corner of Junction and been beautiful. The current state of Belmont. pop culture, music and media por- trays our women in such negative Amelia Gibbon, executive direc- Audrey Johnson Robin Reeves tor of the Friendly Center, and To- tones that we felt obligated to shed ledo City Council President Paula light on the types of women that we Hicks Hudson stepped up, rallied know and were raised by. The video the women in the community and for the song “I AM” includes wom- made the final shot possible. en of all ages from all over the city
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Offer good for Church’s Chicken at 2124 Franklin Avenue Toledo, Ohio November 27, 2013 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 9 Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene Local 500 Celebrates 25 Years Special to the Truth
On Saturday, October 26th, Manager David Fleetwood. The Retiree Council of Labor- To their surprise, he presented ers’ Local 500 commemorated them with plaques and bou- their Silver Anniversary at quets of flowers for their tire- The Premier Banquet Hall. less dedication and support for Annie Mars and Margell Campbell Guests celebrated by hav- Local 500 and their husbands ing dinner while enjoying who were pillars in the success the music of the JAMM band of this labor union. and Rejoice. The evening in- City Councilmen Tyrone Ri- cluded several members be- ley and Paula Hicks-Hudson ing honored for their years of were in attendance to share in dedication and service, but the the celebration. Hicks-Hudson, highlight of this year’s event president of Toledo City Coun- was the recognition and honor cil, presented a Resolution from given to the “wives” of lo- Council acknowledging the cal 500 members by Business ... continued on page 11 Guy Daoust and Linda Gary Ellie and Richard Peters
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Learn more today! www.sfstoledo.org | 419.531.1618 Page 10 The Sojourner’s Truth November 27, 2013 Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene Juanita Terrell Celebrates Her 90th Birthday Amidst Great Fanfare Sojourner’s Truth Staff
Dozens of family, friends, former co- workers and fellow congregants gath- ered to celebrate Juanita Terrell’s 90th birthday on Saturday, November 23 at the Great Lakes Hall. Terrell was born in Oak Grove, LA. She is the last of eight siblings and the last surviving sibling. She attended public schools in Pio- neer, LA and after high school worked at the Rossford Ordnance Depot. She eventually enrolled in beauty school and was for many years a licensed beautician. She also attended and graduated from Owens Community College with a degree in early childhood develop- ment – graduating in the top 10 in her class of 357 students. She then earned a Juanita Terrell with grandsons Jimmy and Jarod bachelor’s degree, cum laude, from The Terrell University of Toledo in early childhood William and Jimmie Terrell; daughters Bonnie Terrell development. For more than 30 years and Wanda Galloway. In addition Terrell has three Terrell was a lead teacher with Head grandsons – Jimmie, Jarod and Jarrell Terrell and two Start. great-grandchildren – Raina and Jarrell Terrell, Jr. She was married William Terrell, Sr. She has been a charter member of United Mission- for 45 years before his death in 2001. ary Baptist Church for many years and is active in the Seated Guest of Honor Juanita Terrell with daughters Bonnie The couple had four children – sons Nurses Guild there. Terrell and Wanda Terrell-Galloway ... continued on page 11
I AM.. continued from page 8 entertainment? How can we demand respect from other races and cultures The “I Am” Video Release and Forum will feature a diverse panel when we are not policing our own that will be engaged in interactive and respecting ourselves? Sexuality discussion with those in attendance has been equated with money. How about the above mentioned issues, does this affect men and women’s including but not limited to: Sexu- views on relationships? Are these im- ality vs. Exploitation Self Image ages reducing the number of quality and Self Definition… Who is de- candidates for relationships? Is pop- fining this? When and how did men culture responsible for these things or become so comfortable degrading just capitalizing on them? Have we women? When did women buy lost respect for our women? Can you in to the extent that they promote respect a women that carries herself it? How can the black family be in certain ways? strengthened when the women are “Join us, December 13, 2013 from objectified? Is this a moral issue or 5:15 to 7:00 p.m. at The United Way. a social issue or both? Is it simply www.IndiSoulREY.com.”
Rhonda Sewell Amelia Gibbon and Alicia Smith November 27, 2013 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 11 Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene Birthday Pictures.. continued from page 10 Local 500.. continued from page 9 event and their many successes. They also meet monthly to or- The Retiree Council leads in the ganize bus trips for various sports affairs concerning the activities of and entertainment venues, engage the retired members of Local 500. in community and political ac- The Executive Board and member- tivities, and volunteer for various ship of the Retiree Council keeps community projects. This is done the retirees educated on issues all while supporting the Local 500 directly affecting their members general membership activities. such as changes in healthcare.
Delores Bates with Barbara Tucker and Gwendolyn March - Jones
Letitia Scott with her father Herman Scott Kendra and Kareem Grant
Hakim Muhammad and Jeanese Hawkins Joyce and Stephen Terry
Karen Mitchell and Dale Wood
Jillian Highsmith and Kay Lewis Jessica Bankston and Erika Drake
Oscar and Leola Haynes Laveyanna and Corleatha Butler
Jimmy Terrell and Wanda Terrell- Galloway Ann Watson with daughter Caroly Smith
Lena Davis Clara Brank and Bea Kimbrough with Brenda Price and Debbie Dean-Mitchell Page 12 The Sojourner’s Truth November 27, 2013 27: A History of the 27 Club Through the Lives of Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, and Amy Winehouse by Howard Sounes ents. All six suffered from mental illness or depres- By Terri Schlichenmeyer c. 2013 The Truth Contributor sion and were substance abusers. Jones had been “living dangerously for years” be- Da Capo You remember the first time you heard it. fore drowning in his swimming pool. Hendrix died $26.99 / higher in Canada Was it the guitar that first touched your soul and under mysterious circumstances and ever-conflicting 360 pages called you to dance? Or maybe the bluesy tones stories. Joplin signed a new will three days before her made you sway, or the sitar, the drums, the listen-to- death, perhaps contemplating suicide. Morrison, fear- me voice. ing a jail sentence in Miami, flew to Paris, where he You were so young, and so were the performers eventually overdosed on heroin. Before he commit- who brought you to that point. Was it coincidence that ted suicide, Cobain expressed hope that his toddler- they all died so early, or was it something more sinis- daughter wouldn’t follow in his footsteps. And Wine- ter? Read 27: A History of the 27 Club Through the house literally “drank herself to death.” Lives of Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, And though Sounes indicates that most of these six Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, and Amy Winehouse musicians “had a horror” of being alone, alone is how by Howard Sounes, and find out… they died. Call it tragic, call it a shock, but it was probably The first time you heard “Light My Fire” or “Me no surprise to most: Hendrix, Joplin, and Morrison. & Bobby McGee,” it was probably from a scratchy Brian Jones. Cobain and Winehouse – each, arguably, record and cheap speakers. 27 brings those memories a genius in the musical industry and each dead at age back – with a lot less static. 27. What is it about rock & roll and that age? Is there This is, in fact, almost a read-in-one-sitting kind something mysterious afoot? of book, so thoroughly fascinating is author Howard No, says Sounes. The 27 Club is a coincidence - a Sounes in his method of storytelling. We start with major one, true, and terribly sad, but a coincidence the death of the most recent inductee into the “club,” nonetheless. Statistics show that dying at age 27 is then travel around and back. Along the way, Sounes not uncommon, especially when it comes to hard- explains what led each to the (often bitter) end, then living, drug-taking rock stars. he gives readers a shock: the 27 Club is a mega-coin- Still, in addition to commonality of age, Jones, cidence, but the six here are the tip of the tragic ice- Hendrix, Joplin, Morrison, Cobain, and Winehouse berg… experienced other parallels. I very much enjoyed this book, not just for its musi- All, says Sounes, seemed to be “weary of life by cal history but for the sounds it put inside my head. I the end.” As children, they were intelligent, and five think that if you’re a fan of classic rock or blues, or if of them naturally gravitated toward music. All had you just want a good look at stardom gone wrong, 27 rocky (or nonexistent) relationships with their par- gets five stars. NAACP Statement on Filibuster Reform Special to The Truth “This rule change is a victory for democracy,” stat- “The NAACP appreciates and commends Major- ed Lorraine C. Miller, interim president and CEO of ity Leader Reid for taking courageous steps to allow The NAACP responded to the United States Sen- the NAACP. “We have been frustrated and outraged straight up-or-down votes on the nominations of high- ate’s vote to change Senate filibuster rules and lower by the obstructionist and counterproductive actions of ly qualified individuals,” stated Hilary O. Shelton, the threshold for approval of executive and judicial Senate extremists in recent years. Doesn’t the Presi- NAACP sr. vice president for Advocacy and Policy nominees from 61 votes to 50. dent of the United States have the right to his choice of and director of the NAACP Washington Bureau. “The nominees to fill positions within his Administration? 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November 27, 2013 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 13 Today’s Music Sucks … Or Does It – Part 2 By Michael Hayes Minister of Culture Don’t get it twisted. first one so there’s little-to-no incentive to keep Last week’s article wasn’t a co-sign for every giving artists the chance to turn it all around, es- crappy major release to hit the shelves this past pecially when it’s easier to sever ties. This is why year. I try to be open minded but damn… Snoop mainstream music of all genres (hip-hop, r&b, Lion? pop and, yes, even country) is more and more For every song or album that becomes a hit, formulaic. there’s exponentially more that become a miss. In a “results now” business, an album that flops Some 2013 misfires include: usually means SOMEBODY is getting fired. It Snoop Lion Reincarnated, French Montana Ex- could be the A&R, it could be the executive pro- cuse My French, The Dream IV Play, Lil Wayne ducer, the artist could get dropped, etc. I am Not a Human Being, 2 Chainz B.O.A.T.S. 2, This is why artists go for catchy hooks that Wale Gifted, and Big Sean Hall Of Fame. translate well enough on radio to connect with I’m sure there are some die-hard Wayne fans a listener, but not give them too much to think about. who will want to debate how his recent disc Michael Hayes could be seen as a flop when it still sold above The idea is to be embedded enough in their gold, and I see the value in 500,000 units moved, demographic to have core fans yet have enough Then they kick those doors open for others, I truly do. mass appeal to crossover to potential fans. such as Jay Z signing someone like J Cole. Wayne ruled this industry just a few short years Which, in turn, results in artists creating music The end result is an abundance of quality music ago with two back-to-back albums that notched as product to be consumed rather than expression in the major music industry. over a million units sold in less than 10 days. But to be viewed as art. Sitting right there in the mainstream, right in now he’s a no-show on the charts with sparse air- By the time the song/video makes it to us, we front of your face. play and this last album took half a year to sell have the ultimate power to validate whether or not Justin Timberlake 20/20 Experience half of what he used to move in a week, so what this particular artist and everyone behind them is Jay Z Magna Carta Holy Grail should we call that? going to get another shot next year or not. J Cole Born Sinner In the case of 2 Chainz and Big Sean, they don’t Listeners hold the power that decides who gets Drake Nothing Was The Same call it the sophomore jinx for nothing. a bigger budget and who becomes a tax write off. Janelle Monae The Electric Lady The music industry has been scrapping lead Music listeners decide the fate of the music in- Fantasia Barrino Side Effects Of You singles, re-shooting videos and all sorts of other dustry every time a majority of us agree “yea, this maneuvers for years just to avoid the dreaded song is dope… I need to hear this song again!” Kelly Rowland Talk A Good Game sophomore curse: when an act’s debut album Artists who have made it far beyond the sopho- Eminem The Marshall Mathers LP2 sells through the roof thanks to great reviews and more level by consistently earning those “yes” Kanye West Yeezus multiple hit singles but the conditions leading to votes one listener at a time, those are the ones Robin Thicke Blurred Lines that success don’t appear to be in place for the who have now flipped the script on the record Pusha T My Name Is My Name follow-up album. companies and industry business model. Also, notable mentions for Ciara, Juicy J and In 2 Chainz’ case, he and his team did all the Artists who have long resumes and hits way TGT. right things. His lead single was produced by the back to last decade, they are the ones in the best Every one listed above is either a veteran artist hottest producer of the year (Pharrell); his expo- position to give us the very best of both worlds. or someone signed by a veteran artist with nearly sure was on the upswing with key features and It takes the Justin Timberlakes, Jay Z’s, Be- a decade in the game and enough success to still collabos leading up to his album dropping and yonces, Eminems, Kelly Clarksons, Pinks and warrant a major label release. still his second album has not made the impact Rihannas of the world to keep the whole thing Whether it’s up-tempo soul or atmospheric emo his first one made. in balance. rap, these are the artists in the best position to de- Major record companies are quick to boot art- They sell enough every time out to not have to viate from the monotony surrounding our ears at ists at the first sign of slowed momentum. Never worry about getting dropped which in turn allows every time. wanting to throw bad money after good, it makes them to deviate from formula and focus on art. And I have listened to most of those albums more sense for them to absorb the losses from You may hate on the established acts but they and I can tell you that it’s the people with the that second album but end the risk taken at that are the only ones in the position to challenge the longevity who are making the best music these point rather than invest in a third and fourth al- system and not only create music that is more ex- days. bum that could flop just as hard. pression than product, but also experiment with You just have to be willing to stop complaining They’ve still got that money coming in from the ways to get the music to fans. long enough to start listening again.
Ignut... continued from page 3 about to launch an imminent attack. The armor sistant to the King when the King he went out to bearers ran around as if their presence and duty was akin to Secret Service protection for their pas- battle and the armor bearer assisted him in prepar- tor. ing for battle and taking care of his battle gear. In today’s business parlance, that person would be If it wasn’t so laughable, it would be sad….but known as a, “gofer.” having armor bearers gives the pastor a sense that they are somebody and that they deserve dibs on The concept of an armor bearer did not trans- being first in line and we are to be in awe of they late over to the New Testament church but such having enough clout to employ an armor bearer. a minor historical note apparently does not stop What a sham and what a show! No glory to some from dusting off that concept and trying to God but only to themselves and their little king- embellish it with a lot of non-Biblical tomfoolery. doms that they try to impress people that we are For personal experience, I once (past tense) in the presence of an important spiritual power- attended a church in which the pastor “used” an house. armor bearer for small silly things and it was for So, in closing, when you hearing the rantings show. The acts of the armor bearer were in my of Charles Barkley trying to justify the use of the opinion … silliness juiced up on steroids. “N” word, just have pity on him and remember… I have seen visiting churches come with their .”ignut is as ignut does!” armor bearers in tow along with their pastor and And, when you see a pastor trying to impress these armor bearers were acting as if a president you with this armor bearer chatter, simply under- was visiting the church! stand that you are in the presence of a person who They had on personal headgear for commu- likes make-believe theatre and wants to have the nication purposes and they were stationed at the lead role. church doors as if some Al-Qaeda operatives were Contact Lafe Tolliver at [email protected] Page 14 The Sojourner’s Truth November 27, 2013 November 27, 2013 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 15 CLASSIFIEDS November 27, 2013 Page 15
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Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene • Toledo’s Soulcial Scene “Charming Our Daughters – Building a Bond” Sojourner’s Truth Staff
First Church of God hosted its was part of the evening’s festivities, second annual Father Daughter along with door prizes and dinner. Dance on Saturday, November 23 at Kelley Robinson served as mis- L’Ambiance Banquet Hall as over tress of ceremonies and Avery Coo- 130 guests – fathers, father figures per provided the musical accompa- and daughters – turned out to cel- niment. The evening was presented ebrate that very special bond. by First Church of God’s M.O.V.E. Charles Waldon welcomed the and Family Life Ministries. attendees and organizers LaVonna The song “Daddy’s Little Girl” Hicks and Do’Land Brown ex- served as the music for the first plained the theme for the evening – dance of the evening. “Charming Our Daughters – Build- The event, which saw a turnout of ing A Bond.” more than 50 percent increase over Entertainment in the form of a Seated (L. to R.): Jera Stewert, Doris Robinson, Simone Mickles, LaVonna last year’s inaugural dance, will Hicks, Jackie Walton. Standing (L. to R.): Trina Willis, Judy Joseph, Bruce poetry reading, song and comedy continue in the future, says Hicks. Williams, Kelley Robinson, Do’Land Brown, Don Hicks, Kyle Walton, Leona Lewis, Teresa Foreman
Lisa Culp with her father Pastor Robert Culp
Randall Parker III with daughter Kennedi
Fred Garth and daughter La Tarsha Miller
Bill Stewart and daughter Brianna
Don Hicks with daughters Ania, Alanna, Aliya, Miriah, Simone Mickles Rev. Johnny Carrillo and daugher Dee Dee and grandaughter Saniya