Volume 11, No. 24 April 11, 2007

In This Issue The Truth Editorial Page 2

The Imus/Finkbeiner Bond Page 3

More on Affirmative Action Page 3

Cover Story: Dr. Anthony Armstrong Page 4

Milestones and Women Artists Page 5

2007 Black Family Conference Page 6 The Truth Education More About Roots Page 7

Med Students Awards dinner Page 9

Robinson Student Honored Page 10

The Lima Truth Page 12

Minister on Billy Bob Page 13

BlackMarketPlace Page 14

Classifieds Page 15

Boule Honors Leaders Dr. Anthony Armstrong Page 16

“Throughout the Midwest and especially northwest Ohio, we need to find ways to increase the access by minorities to medical care. We are doing this as a grass roots movement. We will reach people at schools, churches, supermarkets, wherever we can.” Page 2 The Sojourner’s Truth April 11, 2007 This Strikes Us … Community Calendar A Sojourner’s Truth Editorial April 9-13 OK, good news first. • Spring Break Mini Camp: For third through six graders; Art projects, cooking lessons, This week, April 15, marks the 60th anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s major league debut with games; Crossroads Family Resource Center: 419-475-3258 the Brooklyn Dodgers … an indication of just how much progress this nation has made in its quest to come to terms with its long standing racial divisiveness. April 10-11 It is impossible to overstate the impact of that debut. Not the impact the debut had on sports, • American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training: Crossroads Family Resource Center; For but the impact on the national consciousness. Jackie Robinson’s importance as an athlete really youths aged 11 to 15; Knowledge, skills and confidence to care for infants and school- means nothing when compared to what his actions meant in the context of jump starting the aged children; Noon to 3 pm each day: 419-475-3258 drive to end legal segregation. Robinson was not, after all, the first great black athlete of the 20th Century, nor was he the April 14 first black celebrity. Jack Johnson, Paul Robeson, Joe Louis, Louis Armstrong, to name a few, • Toledo Interfaith Mass Choir: “Yesterday;” Stranahan Theater: 7 pm: 419-241-7332 or were all significant figures on the landscape well before the unknown Jackie Robinson 419-241-3330 integrated professional team sports … integrated the national pastime. • Scott High School Alumni Association: “Scholarship Reunion Dance;” Civic Center The importance of that particular move was twofold. First, Robinson became a part of a group Promenade; 7 pm to midnight: 419-349-2125 that had been previously all white while other black celebrities were generally engaged in • Church of the New Covenant: “Authors and Poets Spring Rally;” 10 am to 2 pm; Guest individual endeavors. Illustrator Wil Clay; Results of essay contest announced: 419-536-3954 Second, in becoming part of that group, Robinson began to make black people visible … • Losalem Baptist Church Men’s Monthly Prayer Breakfast: Speaker Pastor Charles visible as a critical component of American life. A couple of years later, the eminent Ralph Ellison Waters; 9 am would win a National Book Award for his novel Invisible Man, the story of an unnamed black • Warren AME Church: Univ. of Pittsburgh Gospel Choir and Univ. of Dayton United man’s search for identity and place and society. Ellison’s description of the status of black Gospel Chorus concert; 5 pm: 419-531-6557 people in general in the late 1940’s, early 1950’s, is exactly what Robinson’s appearance, and those who followed closely behind in major league baseball, began to counter for African- April 15 Americans. • Indiana Avenue MBC: 42nd Pastoral Appreciation for Rev. Dr. John Roberts and First Within six years of Robinson’s debut, the matter of Brown vs. the Board of Education would Lady Bernice Roberts; Guests are Rev. Dr. John Heckard and the Mt. Calvary Baptist begin to start its path to the U.S. Supreme Court and, shortly thereafter, the civil rights movement Church of Mansfield, OH would burst upon the landscape in full bloom. If major league baseball had not been integrated, • “Flight 2101:” Thought provoking Christian drama; Presented by the Interdenomina- perhaps the civil rights movement would not have succeeded in bringing about an end to legal tional Ministers Wives and Ministers Widows, Inc; Jerusalem Baptist; 6:30 pm; Free segregation in such a relatively short time. In 1965, the Voting Rights Act – the significant legal admission bookend to the Brown decision – was signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson. We are not contending that Robinson’s debut was sufficient, or even necessary, for the April 16 success of the civil rights movement. We do believe that his debut played an important in • Nation of Islam: Showing a lecture by Min. Louis Farrakhan; 6:30 to 8:30 pm; Kent erasing the concept that blacks would be, and should be, invisible members of society and Branch Library: 419-242-2255 thereby sped the process along. Now for the bad news – a “sports” example of just how far we have to go. April 17 Just last week, on the virtual eve of that 60th anniversary of Robinson’s debut, radio host • “Poetry Live & Out Loud:” Toledo Main Library; Evening of poetry and spoken word; Don Imus, a nationally syndicated shock jock, and his crew held a discussion on the previous 7 to 8:30 pm; McMaster Center lobby: 419-259-5333 night’s NCAA women’s basketball final in which Rutgers University lost to the University of Tennessee. April 17-19 Imus, for the uninitiated, is not merely a shock jock these days. He has a steady diet of national • Mt. Zion Baptist Church: Prayer Conference; “Takin’ It by Force;” Featured speakers figures traipsing through his studio. In the last several months, for example, he has interviewed and instructors: 419-246-1850 Senators Joe Lieberman (Ind. – Conn.) and John McCain (Rep. – Ariz.) and television news host Tim Russert. April 18 Imus, as it happens, broadcasts from the same city in which Jackie Robinson made his debut, • Free Community Fair: 4 to 7 pm; Crossroads Family Resource Center; Free health and 60 years after that debut, Imus called the Rutgers’ team members “nappy-headed hos.” He screenings, informational booths, cooking demonstrations; OSU extension, Presenters compared them to the “good looking” Tennessee team and for some reason recalled Spike Lee’s include - Pampered Chef, Move 2 Improve, Life Styles and American Red Cross: 419- School Daze film in relegating the Rutgers women to the “jigaboos” and the Tennessee team 475-3258 to the “wannabees.” • Spirit of Faith Adoptions: Informational meeting for domestic and international Imus has a history of making such bigoted remarks. He has called award-winning journalist adoptions; 3315 Centennial Rd. Ste A-2: 419-843-5355 Gwen Ifill of PBS a “cleaning lady” and William Rhoden, a sports columnist with The New York Times, a “quota hire.” Both are African-American in case you miss the point. April 19 In researching Imus’s remarks, The Truth pulled up photos of both women’s teams. To be • Fish Fry: Amazon Lodge Hall; 11 am to 5 pm: 419-531-7079 perfectly honest, there doesn’t appear to be a discernible difference in the hues. Both teams are predominantly African-American. Tennessee has three white players, Rutgers two. That April 20 appears to be the only difference on the color spectrum. In fact, if you had the teams switch • STOMP UT: 2007 Step Show presented by National Pan-Hellenic Council; Stranahan uniforms, the casual observer would be hard pressed to pick up on the fact that a switch had Theater; 7 p: 419-381-8851 ext 1 been made. • 13th Annual Take Back the Night Celebration: Resource fair, community rally, women’s None of that really matters, however. Imus and his colleagues managed to see something march, survivor speak out and men’s program, clothesline project, silent witness there and took the opportunity, as he so often does from all indications, to denigrate African- project; 6 pm; Bowsher HS: 419-530-6206 Americans, all presumably for the sake of keeping ratings high by appealing to the very lowest of common denominators. We don’t know who listens to this guy, but whoever you are, you can certainly do a lot better. The Sojourner’s Truth Toledo’s Truthful African-American Special Notice Owned and Operated Newspaper Kevin McQueen Publisher Re: Examinations for Journeyman Wireman Fletcher Word Publisher and Editor Becky McQueen Business Manager

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application. A Certified MBE, 2006 3. Must have proof of 4 years employment in the commercial/ The Sojourner’s Truth, 6161/2 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604 Phone 419-243-0007 • Fax 419-255-7700 industrial electrical construction industry. [email protected] 4. Twenty dollars ($20) must accompany application. www.thetruthtoledo.com April 11, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 3 Guest Editorial King Kong And Nappy Headed Hos………………………… By Lafe Tolliver There was an impressive funded by the McCardin- 1071 was a footnote that indi- folks. Yes, voice samples were black women nappy headed announcement yesterday Henseer Foundation indi- cated that our Mayor Carty KING KONG is a fictitious taken from both Don Imus hos (note: hos means from the Yale University Col- cated that while even unpro- Finkbeiner was a subject of ape. You call someone an ape and Mayor Finkbeiner by a whores). lege of Biological Sciences voked, white males will con- this study when they learned to reduce them to a picture of research assistant and after Of course, both offend- and Forensic Medicine. coct fantasies and glib sto- that he called the ex fire chief a brutish animal so that you running a series of digital ers waited a couple of days They have released the de- ries that place black people in Michael Bell….KING KONG. can control them and justify sampling using advanced and then issued the stan- tails of a 25-year long study a scandalous or suspect light Of course anyone with brutal treatment against them. Feinsor-Deen R75 scientific dard and obligatory mea that involved over 15,000 and oftentimes these lies and two brain cells bumping to- But, and here is the kicker equipment, it showed with- culpas (apologies) and told white males that concluded character attacks harm and gether understands the deep … that same colossal study out a doubt that Don Imus black folks to get a life and without a doubt that white place black people in dire jeop- psychological fears that indicated that both Mayor and Carty Finkbeiner pos- get over it. males have a propensity to ardy. KING KONG brings out in Carty Finkbeiner and radio sess the same proclivity to For Don Imus, it is OK to engage in name calling and But an errant footnote white males. Pictures of big, show talk host Don Imus … denigrate and disabuse black go on national radio and call race baiting against black caught my attention in this black, burly hands petting you know the one that called people. black women whores with people more than any other massive study that com- soft white female flesh or gi- the Rutgers University ladies It is not a stretch to go nappy heads (as if there is ethnic group. prised about 2,300 pages and ant knobby black hands tak- basketball team … “nappy from calling someone KING someone wrong with hav- The exhaustive study appendices. Buried on page ing away jobs from white headed hos” are related. KONG to calling innocent Continued on page 9 The Mayor’s Strategy to Divide African-Americans Guest Editorial Recent events which re- its input heard and considered ees in key positions without hide his bad deeds. The mayor ther weakening of an already wealth. Let’s remind the mayor vealed Carty Finkbeiner’s dis- in those two-hour daily exclu- college degrees was also un- needs to make substantive fragile economy. We all want a that a city divided is not a city regard for the African-Ameri- sive strategy meetings that the acceptable to many in the com- moves toward reconciliation and community where people co- that will prosper. can community have prompted mayor has with his cabinet. munity. uniting our community. exist with dignity and respect, I, along with many others in him to embark on some dam- Also revealed were his in- These weak spots in the Another question which no with opportunities given to ev- the community would like to age control initiatives. tentions to dismantle the Of- mayor’s actions have caused one has ever asked is, has the eryone without regard to irrel- urge African-Americans to re- Those events include the fice of Affirmative Action/Con- even his onetime supporters, mayor also asked the Board of evant considerations such as frain from engaging in activi- revelation that Finkbeiner, who tract Compliance. Even though black and white alike, to ques- Community Relations to as- race, color, disability or na- ties promoted by the mayor to professes to embrace diversity the mayor later reversed his tion his leadership style. So, sess the gravity of the events tional origin. However, with undermine our efforts to reveal in his administration, has woe- actions of shoving the Office the mayor now realizes he has of the past five weeks and to the mayor’s style of leader- the truth that will cause him to fully failed this community by into problem-infested HR de- made several missteps and that report its findings to the mayor ship, we’re heading down a correct the injustices that cur- not including a minority in his partment, the Office of AA/CC his style of leadership is now and city council for resolution? path that is counter produc- rently exist in his administra- cabinet. Currently, the mayor’s remains fractured and over- closely scrutinized. As a re- Thus far our community has tive to everything that this tion. cabinet is made up of an all- sight in our city government sult, Finkbeiner has decided to heard nothing. The BCR is mayor says he stands for. The exclusive white male member- remains absent in every sense do things that he feels would charged with the responsibil- real issue is what ever happen Francis I. Dumbuya, Ph.D. ship: Robert Reinbolt, chief of of the word. appease the community. How- ity of easing racial tensions to Toledo Pride, the feeling President and CEO staff; Dave Moebius, assistant As we now know, the firing ever, our hope is that and bringing various groups that we can all get alone with Personal Achievement and chief of staff/safety director; of the AA/CC director has Finkbeiner does not attempt to together. The concerns that mutual acceptance, respect, Professional Development In- Tom Kroma, assistant to the backfired for the mayor. Cur- use preachers, people like Larry many of us have are that in- and sharing of the economic stitute assistant chief of staff; and rently, there are state and fed- Whatley, Bill Harris and other stead of the mayor using the Brian Schwartz, public rela- eral complaints which would prominent African-Americans BCR to carry a distorted tions/assistant to the mayor. have been averted if only the in his media campaign in the agenda, that board can best be What our community needs mayor listened and was less place of true, genuine and vis- utilized by bringing various An Open Letter to to understand is that vindictive in his actions against ible efforts of reconciliation. groups to the table for con- Finkbeiner and this cabinet are those who disagree with him. That would be a travesty and structive dialogue. The mayor the only ones who decide how The name calling of a promi- would infuriate many in To- has done none of this. the Community millions of dollars are appropri- nent African-American as King ledo even more. What the mayor needs to I’m sure that by now most of you have made up ated to the different segments Kong, the characterization of The question is, would such acknowledge is that the issues your mind as to where you stand regarding the mayor’s of the entire community of an African-American em- an action further divide various impacting the minority com- attempts to roll back the clock on our civil and human Toledo. This is worrisome, ployee as being lazy, and an- segments of our community? munity are percolating. If these rights. especially when one consid- other one as lacking a college We think so. We hope that Af- festering issues are ignored, The time for fine speeches and debate has passed. It is ers the fact that the minority degree, even though rican-Americans will not use their the outcome will be a less co- now time for action. voice is shut out from having Finkbeiner has many employ- good names to help the mayor hesive community and a fur- An alliance of grass roots community organiza- tions has called a press conference for Friday April 13, 2007 at 4 p.m. at One Government Center. We intend to form a human chain surrounding that building. We will circle the building seven times just as Joshua did. Our NOW OPEN voices will be our trumpets. Our goal is to crumble the wall of stubbornness and mean spiritedness surrounding the mayor’s heart. We will peacefully assemble, march and disassemble. Cordelia Martin Dental Clinic If you are fed up with the mayor’s tactics and his constant abuse of others, then now is the time for you to 905 Nebraska Ave act. Action speaks louder than words. Friday is your

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your unity and support. Everyone has a part to play and To Schedule an Appointment must play their part. There are many of you who will not be working Friday. Students from the high schools and Call 419-255-7883 ext 200 universities, retirees, educators on spring break, Clergy, and families. We need all of you. We estimate it will take at least 250 people to achieve our goal. It would be a Sliding Fee Scale Available blessing to see more than that. Faith without deeds is like words without action. They are both meaningless. If you agree with the senti- Minimum payment of $17 required at each visit ments expressed by Perlean Griffin and others then you owe it to yourself and to future generations to be there on Friday. Do something for yourself! Take the bus or carpool or do whatever you have to do, just be there and be early.

Sincerely, Rahwae Shuman President, The Toledo Alliance of Black School Educators Page 4 The Sojourner’s Truth April 11, 2007 Anthony J. Armstrong M.D.: President of Toledo Lucas County Academy of Medicine Is Advocate for Public Health Issues By Alan Abrams Sojourner’s Truth Reporter Ever since Dr. Anthony J. dency in Obstetrics and Gy- the problems that minorities thing to offset the uninsured Armstrong was a toddler, he necology in Atlanta at Geor- face with making the deci- or underinsured. knew that someday he was gia Baptist Medical Center in sion to go into medical school “But the picture is not all going to be a physician – and 1989. are financial-based. We need dismal. We have come far on more definitively an obstetri- “I returned to Toledo pri- to find creative ways for de- the issue of teenage preg- cian and gynecologist. marily to be in private prac- fraying some of the costs,” nancies, with their number Why an OB/Gyn? “That tice with my father, which I Armstrong says. now lower in Lucas County,” was all I knew growing up,” did for 13 years. My first op- Armstrong earned his says Armstrong, a former recalls Armstrong, whose portunity in medical educa- master’s degree in public longtime executive board father, Dr. Carl L. Armstrong, tion was running the outpa- health with a concentration member of Planned Parent- was a practicing obstetrician tient OB/Gyn clinic at Toledo upon health management and hood of Northwest Ohio. and gynecologist in Toledo Hospital in 1989. After two policy from the University of Armstrong was born in for 43 years. years, I was offered the posi- Michigan in 1997. He is ac- Kansas City, Missouri. His “I used to go on rounds tion as director of Medical tive in many public health family moved to Toledo when with him to Toledo hospitals Education at St. Vincent Hos- issues, and served as the pri- he was about two years old. like the old Maumee Valley pital, which I still hold. I also mary investigator for the Hope Armstrong attended kinder- Hospital, Toledo and St. serve as chairman of the de- for Families project in 2005- garten and first grade in a Vincent Hospital,” says the partment at St. Vincent and 2006. small Catholic school named Myung, who is a registered throat practice. At one point, younger Dr. Armstrong will be the next chief of staff,” He is also working with St. Angela Hall and then trans- nurse, also has an interesting he operated upon the brother about his father. “I remember says Armstrong, whose pri- the Ohio State Medical As- ferred to the Catholic military backstory. Her father, who of Uganda’s dictator Idi Amin. him going on house calls vate practice is at Westfield sociation on another issue of school “Hall of the Divine came from a well-to-do family Cognizant of that nation’s which he and most other phy- OB/Gyn on Monroe Street. importance to the minority Child” in Michigan. He re- in North Korea, fled that reign of terror, the family im- sicians used to make in that “But I always wanted to population – expanding turned to Toledo to finish nation’s dictatorship and migrated to the United States. era. All I knew was medicine. be an actor. My first love was healthcare to cover more preg- junior high and high school went to South Korea, where However, the US does not And all I knew about medi- acting. I still do acting I guess, nant moms and children. at Maumee Valley Country he essentially had to start over recognize foreign-educated cine aside from my personal mainly in public speaking,” “Throughout the Mid- Day School. again with nothing. He went medical practitioners, and her contacts with doctors was he says with a chuckle. west and especially north- He has three brothers; Karl to medical school and met his father once again had to start OB. “I have done commercials, west Ohio, we need to find and Gregory live in Toledo, wife, an opera singer. The fam- over. This time, he chose psy- “If I hurt my eye, I saw an notably WTOL-TV’s “Ask ways to increase the access and Christian lives in Los ily moved to Kampala in chiatry as his specialty, and eye doctor, or when I was the Doctor” series during by minorities to medical care. Angeles. Uganda where Myung’s fa- now works as a psychiatrist constantly breaking or tear- 2000-2001, and several PSA’s. We are doing this as a grass Dr. Armstrong’s wife ther opened an ear-nose- for the State of Michigan. ing something – then it was “We are roots movement. We will orthopedic. However once I underrepresented in terms of reach people at schools, did my OB rotation in medical minority professionals in the churches, supermarkets, school, I became convinced health care delivery system. wherever we can. OB/Gyn was right for me,” The last PSA we did was in “One of the issues we need says Armstrong, who this April 2006 as part of a WGTE/ to have our legislators in the year is serving as the 150th PBS series on getting stu- federal government define is President of the Toledo dents motivated towards the what constitutes basic health Lucas County Academy of healthcare field. I try to en- care. There are many preven- Medicine. courage kids to recognize that tive things that typically He says he was never that there is a long range of members of the minority tempted to follow in his professions within health population do not get, such mother’s footsteps and seek care, you don’t just have to as mammograms, especially a career in law. His mother is be a doctor or a nurse. There at a time when health care Vernellis K. Armstrong, the are job opportunities in tech- becomes costly. Toledo-based federal magis- nology, as emergency medi- “The system can’t afford trate judge. cal technicians, and in radiol- it. The federal government Anthony Armstrong ogy. It runs the gamut,” ex- pays about 45 percent of earned his undergraduate plains Armstrong. medical costs and taxpayers degree at the University of He believes there would pay nearly 50 percent. This is Cincinnati in 1980 and gradu- be increased minority repre- at a time when the private ated from medical school at sentation in the healthcare population is finding it diffi- Wright State University in field if some of the obstacles cult to pay for their own 1985. He completed his resi- could be removed. “A lot of selves. We need to do some- ENTOURAGE

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April 11, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 5 Twelfth Annual YWCA African-American Women Milestones Awards Artists at NANBPWC, Inc. Honorees Include District 4 Women’s History Program By Geneva J. Chapman, Representative Edna Brown Sojourner’s Truth Reporter Festive yellow and red flo- By Geneva J. Chapman, ral centerpieces brightly deco- Sojourner’s Truth Reporter rated tables draped with red or The YWCA has a proud spring afternoon. yellow cloths in a sunny and history of empowering women. Lunch included sumptuous cheery display, as if in defiance Part of that history is the Mile- desserts: a choice of sinfully of the gloomy sky clearly seen stones Awards given each year chocolate cake or luscious through the floor to ceiling win- to six deserving women in our three-layered strawberry cake dows of the Crosby Conven- community. served on a strawberry sauce tion Center at the Toledo Bo- This year, a stellar group of reduction, artfully glazed on tanical Gardens, Saturday, women were honored at a gala dessert plates with a thinly sliced March 31, 2007. Members of the Toledo Chapter NANBPWC, Inc. luncheon held Thursday, strawberry resting on a small “Honoring Women in the March 29, 2007, at the SeaGate dollop of whipped cream. Field of Art – Providing Cul- Convention Center. Walking The program started tural Enrichment Through Cre- into the vast hall, guests felt as promptly at noon and a few min- Rep. Edna Brown ativity,” presented by the To- if they’d come to Mount utes later, several hundred forks ledo Club of The National As- Olympus as they gazed at the simultaneously paused briefly Ohio. In the past 12 years, we sociation of Negro Business larger-than-life portraits of the for a blessing given by Sr. Ann have honored more than 70 and Professional Women’s six honorees against lavishly Francis Klimkowski, following a women.” Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC, Inc.), draped cloth and an expanse of welcome from the YWCA’s Past recipients of the Mile- paid tribute to five local women elegantly set tables, signifying CEO and introduction of the stones Awards have included artists: Nicole Kendall-Bishop, the numerous supporters of mistress of ceremonies. Ardenia Jones Terry, Ph.D., Alice Grace, Holly Matthews, this event. “I know you will be inspired Barbie Harrison, Doni Miller, Brenda Price and Yolanda Yolanda Woodberry, Brenda Price, Alice Grace, Holly By noon, when the event by these six women,” said Billie Johnson and Joan Woodberry. Matthews and Nicole Kendall-Bishop (l. to r.) started, most of the tables were YWCA CEO Lisa McDuffie, as Coleman (Social Sciences); The artists’ work displayed filled with guests dining on light she greeted the hundreds of Edna Robertson and Helen on one wall, showed a range of was covered with three-dimen- so I was pushing last year, tell- gourmet fare presented exquis- guests who attended the Cooks, Ph.D. (Education); style and technique, as well as sional medical symbols, includ- ing them, ‘We have to win an- itely, yet casually, as if each YWCA’s 2007 Milestones: A Wilma Brown, Linnie Willis, the consummate skill and ex- ing a doctor’s coat, complete other one!’” had ordered an expensive cold Tribute to Women Awards Lun- Marcy Kaptur, Linda Furney pertise of these talented with caduceus, and a nurse’s Serving as mistress of cer- lunch at a five-star New York cheon. “The YWCA is pleased and Sandy Isenberg (Govern- women. Smooth jazz greeted uniform and hat. A miniature emonies, Bates opened the pro- restaurant during a leisurely to present the largest event ment); Elizabeth Pierson and club members and their guests stethoscope was taped to the gram with a heart-felt tribute to jaunt around town on a early honoring women in northwest (Continued on Page 11) as they entered – club members inside cover with tiny Band- the artists being honored. “God dressed beautifully and el- Aids, which were also used to has so richly blessed you with egantly in red or yellow. tape photos to pages through- a unique gift that only He can The inimitable Charles out. give,” she said. “With a stroke McDaniel provided the musi- Toledo Club member and of a pen, ink or brush, He let you cal background as 50 or so chairman of this year’s express the beauty of the world women gathered to celebrate Women’s History Committee, for others to see.” Women’s History Month at Delores Bates’ vision and art- Following an invocation by the Toledo Club’s annual trib- istry created a beautiful me- Toledo Club Chaplain Carrie ute. An award-winning account mento that will be treasured for Jackson, President Clara Brank of last year’s Women’s His- years to come, as well as one of welcomed guests and honor- tory Month Program honoring only two winners of the Perry ees. “This will be a highlight of women in the field of medicine Rhodes Award. the accomplishments made in was passed around proudly by “If you win three WOW the field of art,” she said. “We There’s a lifetime of career opportunities available for you at the only academic health center in the region, The University of Toledo Medical Center. You can be part of the Toledo Club member and mem- Awards, you win the Perry are a service organization. It is University-quality health-care experience in an innovative and patient-focused environ- ber of this year’s Women’s Rhodes Award,” explained a pleasure to present to you our ment where your personal and professional needs are fulfilled. We also offer a com- North Central District (NCD) talented young ladies in the pensation package that includes the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, with a History Committee, Donnetta substantial employer contribution, and a variety of shifts. Carter. Governor, Barbara Tucker. “We field of art.” The thick scrap book full of won two WOWs while I was Brank also thanked guests RNs – Staff Nurse positions Tech Typist – Patient Access PT (must have one year pictures and other memorabilia president of the Toledo Club, for their support of the Toledo available in the following areas: of medical insurance experience) Club. “The purpose of the Float Pool: Contingent PTA – Outpatient: PT PACU: 10 hrs/wk; 10:45p-9:15a OTA: Contingent Women’s History program is Kobacker: PT 3p-11p Administrative Director – Cardiovascular Institute to honor women who are trail- Radiation Therapy Tech – Radiation Therapy Charge Master Specialist – Revenue Cycle Department blazers and the shoulders we Also available: Charge Description Analyst – Revenue Cycle Department stand on.” Inpatient Coder – Health Information Management Nurse Manager – Operating Room Tucker also gave greetings Perioperative Educator – FT (must have BSN and 2 Medical Transcriptionist II – Health Information years of OR experience) Management from the North Central District. Nurse Practitioner – Gastroenterology: FT Documentation Improvement Specialist – Health “I commend you, Toledo Club, Nurse Practitioner –Heart Transplant: PT Information Management RN Research Nurse – Pulmonary Division: FT Medical Assistant – Ortho for carrying out one of the pro- Medical Assistant – Neurology grams of the NANBPWC, Inc.,” Other Non-Nursing Director, Patient Financial Services Secretary 2 – Surgery Department Ultrasound Tech – Contingent she said, pointing out that Pharmacist – Contingent (must have Ohio license and Medical Technologists – ASCP Required, FT 3p-11:00p, hospital experience) women’s history is one of the FT 11p-7:30a ($2,000 sign on bonus for Pharmacy Tech – 16hrs/wk (national certification themes of the organization. 11p-7:30a shift) required) EKG Tech 1 – Contingent (completion of one year “The Toledo Club is recog- of a Cardiovascular Tech program and EKG nized at the district and na- Internship required) tional level.”

The University of Toledo Medical Center offers an Tucker joined Bates and excellent salary and benefit package, which includes Brank in paying tribute to the the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System, with employer contribution; medical, dental and vision honorees. “They have created coverage, paid sick and vacation time, tuition reim- objects that are like the sun, bursement and 10 paid holidays. bringing joy and warmth to all For more information, please visit our Web site at utmc.utoledo.edu or call 419.383.4848. who see them.” Councilwoman and Toledo Club member Please send, fax or e-mail Wilma Brown brought greet- your resume to: The University of Toeldo Medical Center ings from Toledo City Council. Human Resources Department “I told them we had to get the 3065 Arlington Ave. Toledo, Ohio 43614 budget done because I had FAX 419.383.3043 something to do on Saturday!” [email protected] EO/AA/Employer M/F/D/V “Mother and Child” by Yolanda Woodberry (Continued on Page 11) Page 6 The Sojourner’s Truth April 11, 2007 2007 Black Family Community gathering Conference Report raises awareness of By James E. Carlisle, Esq. Special to The Truth I would like to take this They are without mothers. violence against women opportunity to share with They lack choices. They have On Friday, April 20, Night takes place in a differ- March returns to Bowsher your readers a delightful and feelings of abandonment and 2007, hundreds of people ent neighborhood each High School for a women’s enriching experience that I mistrust. They are often im- James E. Carlisle, Esq. will gather at Bowsher year, demonstrating that Survivor SpeakOut in had at the 34th Annual Na- pacted with feelings of shame, th tional Conference on the Black guilt and anger. piqued my interest: High School for the 13 violence against women which survivors of vio- Family in America from March Many children in these • Workshop 2: The inter- annual Take Back the happens everywhere. The lence against women share 8 through March 11, 2007 in situations are moved from one section of HIV/AIDS and the Night to end violence goals of TBTN are to raise their stories. During the Louisville, Kentucky. The caregiver to another. Some Incarceration of Both Black against women. The pro- awareness about violence Women’s March and theme of this year’s confer- grandparents are often over- Men and Women and Its Im- gram begins at 6 pm with a against women (including SpeakOut, men are invited ence was: “The Plight of Black burdened and exhausted with pact on the Stability and Sur- Resource Fair, followed sexual assault, dating and to attend a Men’s Program Men in the African Diaspora.” their efforts to care for their vival of Black Families; by a Community Rally, a domestic violence, stalking, for an interactive session The Black Family Confer- parentless grandchildren. • Workshop 3: Influencing Women’s March, a sexual harassment, and child about how they can work ence is sponsored by the Col- Many children become vic- Change by Raising the Low Women’s Survivor sexual abuse), to support to end violence. lege of Education and Human tims of the foster care system. Aim Amongst Black Males; SpeakOut, and a Men’s survivors of violence The event is sponsored Development at the Univer- The main breadwinner is • Workshop 6: The Crucial Program. The Clothesline against women, and to em- by more than a dozen com- sity of Louisville. It is coordi- absent from the family. Basic Dilemma of Black Men and Project, more than 200 phasize that everyone has a munity groups, social ser- nated by Joseph McMillan, needs of food, shelter, cloth- Fatherhood and the Negative Ph.D., professor emeritus at ing and adequate health care Effects on Sons; shirts created by local sur- role in creating a community vice agencies, and univer- the university. McMillan is go unmet. Many of these chil- • Workshop 8:Black Fa- vivors of violence against free of violence. By walking sity departments including supported by a staff of 22 dren are forced to live in neigh- therhood: Are They Missing women, will be displayed in the streets together to take Bethany House, People people, who put the confer- borhoods that are plagued by a Link in the Education of at the event beginning at 3 back the night, women are Called Women, UT College ence together. It is held annu- drug addiction, violence, pov- School-Age Children; pm along with the Silent also symbolically taking back of Law Domestic Violence ally at one of the downtown erty and inferior schools. • Workshop 9: Awakening Witness Project, a group their homes and lives from Clinic, UT Sexual Assault hotels. Once the theme is se- One of the most negative the Natural Genius in Black of silhouettes honoring violence and fear. Education & Prevention lected, a call for papers and impacts of incarceration on Male Children; Northwest Ohio women The hour-long commu- Program, University Coun- workshop presentations go the black family is the rise in • Workshop 16: Black Men: who have been murdered nity rally includes remarks seling Center, UT Women’s out to prospective present- HIV/AIDS. Eighty-two per- The Lost or Left Generation by their partners or former from community organizers & Gender Studies Dept., ers. cent of new cases affect black Having highlighter a few partners. and survivors, music, and Catharine S. Eberly Center This was the fourth time I women. Much of the current of the workshops, suffice it to Take Back the Night drumming. 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Buckeye Express is a registered trademark of Buckeye Cablevision, Inc. 3945 Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section University of Toledo Director More About Roots: Shows Value of Education, Learning the Truth About Inspires Future African- Our Ancestry American Students By Ashlee Austin Sojourner’s Truth Reporter By Stacy Moeller Special to The Truth Do you really know the and Native American ances- Raised to appreciate the ceive his college degree, he truth about your ances- try were surprised to dis- value of education, William admits that there were a few tors? Many of us believe cover that they actually had Pierce is someone who has struggles on the way, one that our ancestors were little or no Native American defied the statistics regard- being when his parents dis- of African or Native background at all. Instead, ing African-American males covered he had not been per- American decent, right? their ancestors were of Eu- and collegiate success. forming well over a few se- Well, what if a man who ropean or Asian decent. Mark Shriver He graduated from The mesters. University of Toledo with a “They were pretty disap- knows absolutely noth- “I expected that he would B.S. in administrative services pointed and it was from that ing about you or your an- open a lot of folks’ eyes career preparation topics. in 1999 and first began work- day I decided never to let cestors told you differ- about true ancestral origins Beginning in academic ing as an intermittent call-in them down like that again,” ently? and prove that indeed year 2003-2004, the Insti- entering application data into Pierce said. “I realized that I BGSU’s Multicultural “looks are deceiving” and tute was expanded to a full the system before steadily was headed down the wrong William_Pierce Career Center Institute he definitely fulfilled my ex- semester in order to capi- moving up to his current po- path and would never achieve (MCI) held its 15th year pectations … and then talize on the Institute’s ex- sition, director of freshman my goals. I had to make a though he claims his big- admission. choice either to be discour- gest role models were his celebration on Saturday, some!” said Robertson. ceptional achievement and Pierce hopes students aged by the situation or use parents. March 24. The theme of Robertson was one to help BGSU students pre- pursing higher education will it as a learning experience.” “It is my father’s work the MCI celebration was among the lucky individu- pare to tackle today’s look at him as an example of Pierce learned a great ethic that I carry with me to- “Sharing the Legacy,” als who were tested and left tough job market. success. deal from his experience day,” said Pierce. “It is my and they invited a very in shock after hearing their The program also gives “I want my life, up to this and advises young students mother’s humbleness and special guest to join in results. “Well, I was excited students the opportunity point, to be an example to in college struggling to find kind spirit that nurtured us students that you can be the right path, to never and taught us how to take the celebration. Mark and shocked. I always knew to meet and network with successful,” said Pierce. “You give up. care of ourselves and how to Shriver, Ph.D., a biologi- about the West African and representatives from a wide can earn a college degree; “The collegiate road will put family first.” cal anthropologist at European components but variety of career fields, re- you can overcome obstacles; become rough at times, but it Striving to be a role model Penn State University, is was shocked to learn that I ceive tips and advice on you can realize your dreams.” is always important to set for UT students is something the brilliant mind behind had East Asian as well and how to adjust successfully According to Pierce, both goals, both short-term and Pierce continually puts first an admixture ancestry not the Native American to internships and co-ops of his parents and much of long-term, and remain fo- at every opportunity. Be it a test. The test allows you his extended family had de- cused on those goals, and to college fair or visiting with a that I had been led to believe and even acquire and prac- grees, which led to an expec- hold yourself accountable,” family in his office, he wants trace your ancestry with was part of my makeup,” she tice professional etiquette tation that college would be said Pierce. “Challenges will to share his story about how a simple swab sample said. skills. his next step after high school. come and go and there’s a his degree helped him get to from the inside of both of Shriver certainly brought The Multicultural Ca- “My parents would al- choice that must be made; the point in his career he is at your cheeks and a wait- life to the “Sharing the reer Institute is open to ways tell me and my brothers you can either allow those today. ing period of four to six Legacy” theme of the celebra- BGSU sophomores of all that education was some- challenges to prohibit you “I want to be a role model weeks for lab testing. tion. “In honor of MCI’s 15th majors races, nationalities, thing that can never be taken from achieving or you can for all students, particularly away from you and obtaining view each challenge as a learn- African-American students, “Last year, I watched year celebration, I thought ethnic origins, religions a college degree could open ing experience.” that you can do whatever you the powerful “African- his visit would be appropri- and sexual orientation in many doors of opportunity,” As a current role model, set your mind to,” said Pierce. American Lives” pro- ate to the purpose and mis- good academic standing said Pierce. Pierce himself was also in- “The only limits are the limits gram that was shown on sion of the Institute: to foster with the university. About Although Pierce did re- spired by many others, that you place on yourself.” PBS in February 2006 and a more open and sensitive 20 students are selected watched in amazement the environment when discuss- each semester to partici- tremendous resources ing race and to underscore pate in the institution. In- available to African- that it is an artificial barrier terested BGSU students Americans interested in that we human beings have can apply for the program Put your child in private school tracing their ancestry, in- constructed to separate and online. ZLWKRXWSXWWLQJ\RXUIDPLO\LQÀQDQFLDOGLIÀFXOW\ cluding the Admixture divide us,” said Robertson. This semester’s stu- Test pioneered by Dr. According the printed dents were given a special Apply today and your child grade K-8 could receive a scholarship worth up to 75% of next year’s tuition at Shriver,” said Celeste sources, the Multicultural treat with the ancestry test- the private school of your choice. Robertson, coordinator Career Institute has been a ing as they continue the Families that meet eligibility requirements and live in of the Multicultural Ca- phenomenal success. Origi- legacy of MCI. Lucas, Wood or Fulton county can expose their children to reer Center. nally conducted as a two- If you are interested in a rich diversity, new ideas, and new ways of learning. Shriver conducted the day career conference de- learning the truth about ancestry test on some of signed to bring together your ancestors through Dr. the students and faculty BGSU students, alumni and Shriver’s ‘ancestry by in the MCI program and other professionals to share DNA’ testing, you can con- revealed the results dur- information about the world tact the testing lab at: DNA ing the celebration. Most of work and career develop- Print Genomics Inc, 1621 of the tested individuals ment, the program consisted West University Parkway,

To apply, call 419-244-6711, ext. 219. Scholarship application deadline is June 1, 2007. who believed that their of workshops that ad- Sarasota, FL 34243-2732, roots lie only in African dressed a broad range of Telephone: 941-366-3400. www.nosf.org Page 8 The Sojourner’s Truth April 11, 2007 • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Children Tell The Story Juried Student Art Lucas County Children Exhibition Showcased At Services Holds Ninth Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Annual Child Memorial Art Gallery, April 13 – May 2 Special to The Truth Owens Community Col- “Owens’ Center for ics, painting and drawing, The winner of the 2007 “Children are amazingly a similar proclamation each lege students will have the Fine and Performing Arts photography and commer- Lucas County Children perceptive. The poems and year since. unique opportunity to show- is proud to feature the fin- cial art. More than 60 stu- Services essay contest will essays we received as part of case their artistic talents as est works of art produced dents enrolled within Fine read the winning essay at the contest reflect true com- When the Memorial the Center for Fine and Per- by our students,” said and Performing Arts courses the agency’s Ninth Annual passion for the children who Flag Is Flown forming Arts hosts the an- Wynn Perry, Owens Part- at Owens have had artwork Child Memorial, Friday, suffer maltreatment and a de- LCCS raises the nual Juried Student Art Ex- time Manager of the accepted for the show. Stu- April 20, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. sire to make their lives bet- Children’s Memorial Flag hibition, April 13 – May 2. Walter E. Terhune Art dents presenting art for the The event will last approxi- ter,” Sparks said. “It is an during the annual Child In addition, the College Gallery. “This exhibit is a Juried Student Art Exhibi- mately 30 minutes and be- honor to have them speak on Memorial and remains will host an opening recep- great venue for Owens stu- tion are allowed to enter a gin at One Government behalf of other children raised during the rest of the tion for the exhibit on Fri- dents to display their ac- total of four pieces in each Center, then proceed to the whose voices have been si- month of April. It is also day, April 13, from 6-8 complished artistic pieces, of the three categories. offices of Lucas County lenced,” Sparks added. raised for a period of one p.m. in the Walter E. enabling them to showcase Area artists and profes- Children Services (LCCS), week whenever a child in 705 Adams Street in down- Of note... our community is killed due Terhune Art Gallery. the knowledge obtained sionals will serve as the jury town Toledo. • In 2006, LCCS con- to violence or neglect. The free reception, within the classroom into for the exhibit. “The purpose of this ducted nearly 5,000 investi- which the public is encour- a real world setting.” Admission to the Walter event is to mourn for these gations and confirmed that About the Memorial aged to attend, will be held Perry added, “The artis- E. Terhune Art Gallery is children and their fami- nearly 3,000 Lucas County Flag in conjunction with the tic expressions are ex- free and open to the public, lies,” said Dean Sparks, ex- Children were victims of The Children’s Memo- opening performance of the tremely individualized and Monday-Friday from 10 ecutive director of Lucas abuse or neglect. (1) rial Flag is raised in re- student theatrical produc- reflect the unique creative a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursdays County hildren Services. • In the United States, an membrance of children tion, “Earl the Vampire”. ability of each student art- from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and “But it is also an opportu- estimated 1,490 children died killed by violent means. In addition, the Owens Jazz ist.” Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 3 nity to rededicate our- from abuse or neglect in The flag features a row of Express student group will Owens’ Juried Student p.m. For additional infor- selves, as a community, to 2004. This translates to ap- blue paper doll figures bro- perform in the Center for Art Exhibition features over mation, contact the Center do what we can to protect proximately two in every ken by the center figure, Fine and Performing Arts 100 pieces of artwork in the for Fine and Performing Arts children.” 100,000 children in America. which is a simple white Sparks will also con- (2) outline. Rotunda to celebrate the categories of fine art, which at (567) 661-2721 or 1-800- tinue the tradition of read- • Nationwide, children According to the flag’s opening of both events. includes sculpture, ceram- GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721. ing the names of children younger than age 4 accounted creator, Patty Steele, the who lost their lives because for 81 percent of figures on the flag repre- of maltreatment since the child abuse-related fatali- sent the children of the last memorial service. ties in 2004. (3) world, and the broken chain The program will in- • Neglect alone accounts evokes the tragedy of child- Bring This Ad to clude the raising of the for more than one-third of all hood death by violence. agency’s Children’s Me- child fatalities. (4) In Lucas The concept was originally morial Flag. The event is County, neglect accounts for conceived and imple- Your Museum for held in conjunction with 40 percent of all investiga- mented in Alameda Child Abuse Prevention tions. (5) (To make a report County, Calif. Month, which is recog- in Lucas County, call 419- FREE Sundaes nized each April. The pub- 213-CARE.) NOTE: Dean Sparks, * lic is encouraged to attend. Executive Director of on Sundays For the essay contest, About Child Abuse Pre- Lucas County Children children in grades seven vention Month Services, is available to dis- and eight across Lucas April was first declared cuss the subject of child celebrating County were invited to sub- Child Abuse Prevention abuse on your news and mit essays up to 500 words Month by President talk shows. Please contact on the topic of “Every Child Ronald Reagan in 1983. Julie Malkin at 419-213- Has A Right To Be Safe.” The White House has issued 3254 to schedule.

My Journey Through February 23–May 20 KENYA: Its People, Free Admission Culture and Beauty

Join Dorcel Dowdell, Main Library Manager, for an exciting pictorial presentation titled, KENYA: Its People, Culture and Beauty, scheduled from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, April 16 at the Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr Street.

Ms. Dowdell recently spent two weeks in Kenya, where she visited the capital city of Nairobi and went on a three-day safari through Amboseli and Lake Nakuru National Parks.

She also visited a beach resort in Mombasa, a city lying on the Indian Ocean, and visited an orphanage for children whose parents have died from complications due to * A token for one ice cream sundae cone per AIDS. person will be provided at exhibition exit. Valid while supplies last, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 419.255.8000 toledomuseum.org Ms. Dowdell will offer attendees a geography lesson to learn about Kenyan culture on Sundays through 5/13/07. and people. This event is free and open to the public. Symphonic Poem: The Art of Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson is organized by the Columbus Museum of Art and Arts Midwest in partnership with the Ohio Arts Council. For more information, please contact 419.259.5230. April 11, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 9 • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Education Section • Not Supposed to Be There Sojourner’s Truth Staff The University of gap through increasing di- cal students, physicians and Toledo’s College of Medi- versity on campus and creat- allied health professions stu- cine Chapter of the Student ing a culturally sensitive en- dents. National Medical Associa- vironment. SNMA also has a strong tion (SNMA) held its last The keynote speaker for community service and dinner of the academic year the evening was Brenda mentoring initiative by pro- on Friday March 30 in the McGadney-Douglass, viding health care education, Mulford Garden Café of the MSW, Ph.D., an associate science awareness and aca- UT Health Science Campus. professor in UT’s Depart- demic enrichment activities The quarterly dinners are ment of Social Work. The to students at the elemen- held to enhance the collabo- topic of her address was “I tary, junior high, high school rative and supportive net- wasn’t supposed to be here: and college level. works for underrepresented black, female and compe- The group was founded minority students (African- tent in the academy.” in 1964 by students at Student, staff, and supporters at SMNA banquet American, Native American The SNMA is the nation’s Howard University and and Hispanic) on the Health oldest and largest organiza- Meharry College of Medi- recruitment of such minori- Science campus. Last tion representing the needs cine. The UT was revitalized ties has increased at UT Col- month’s event, however, was and concerns of under the guidance of chap- lege of Medicine. a bit of a special occasion. underrepresented minority ter president, Bernice In addition to McGadney- The SNMA honored various students. The SNMA has Rumala, in 2005. Rumala, a Douglass, other guests in- students, faculty and com- over 160 chapters nation- native New Yorker, is a sec- cluded Dr. Silas Norman, munity members for their wide and a membership ond year medical student. dean of diversity at the Uni- contributions in helping to which includes over 5,000 Thanks to the efforts of versity of Michigan Medical bridge the health disparities medical students, pre-medi- Rumala and the SNMA, the School, Mark Chastang, vice president and executive di- rector of UT Hospitals, King Kong.... Samuel Hancock, Ed.D., as- sistant to the president for Continued from page 3 diversity, and WilliAnn Moore, president of the To- ing nappy hair). It’s fun. trite (?) apologies at the cor- As a proactive measure, Bernice Rumala, Dr. Silas Norman, M.D , Shanda Gore It’s hip. It’s cool. It makes rect time. It is like a ballet: I have repeatedly warned ledo Chapter of NAACP. it look as if Don Imus knows You insult and do the dam- the coach of the UT ladies how to control black folks age and then you apologize. basketball team to make because if you can define a What is mindful to note in sure that the minority play- Bridgett Williams: Student person, you can control that this landmark study is that ers now straighten their person. you need not do anything to hair; and I have e-mailed For Mayor C. incur the ire or wrath of these Michael Bell to make sure Ambassador, Athlete, Finkbeiner, it is OK to call white males. Simply being that he does not show him- a grown black man…KING encased in black skin was self to Don Imus. KONG because if you can found to be enough of an When last contacted, Pageant Participant define him (without protest aggressive indicator that both Don Imus and Carty Special to The Truth from the person), you can would trigger this negative Finkbeiner have refused re- Bridgett C. Williams, a control the person. response. peated tests for DNA 14-year-old at Byrnedale Carty and Don are joined What was equally alarm- samples to either confirm at the mouth and at the hip. ing was that side by side pic- or deny their common lin- Junior High School, par- Each takes delight in being tures of Don Imus and Carty eage. ticipated in the Nationals’ outrageously stupid and Finkbeiner revealed a simi- 2006 Miss Junior Teen To- appallingly insensitive re- larity in features that could Lafe Tolliver, Atty ledo Pageant and although garding people of color; and not be dismissed as being a Tolliver©2206 all rights she didn’t win, she “had a of course each issues con- coincidence. reserved great time, met great new people and the overall ex- perience was great,” said the young student. Toledo-Based Hip-hop Bridgett runs cross coun- try, plays basketball and runs track. She is an ama- Arts Program. Her hobbies dition in July 2007 when Music Video Show Debuts teur photographer and a include reading, having fun she will be traveling to public speaker and also par- and learning new things. France, Italy and Malta as on Colours TV In April ticipates in the MADD Po- Bridgett is preparing for a Student Ambassador Reel Time Multimedia erators around the nation. blends, remixes and syncs ets Society Youth Literacy an overseas learning expe- with People to People. announced that “The “The Flipside” Mix Video music videos together for a Flipside” Mix Video Show Show is a show devoted to unique viewing and listen- will start airing nationally premiering new hip-hop ing experience. “The on Colours TV in April. music videos as well as in- Flipside” first debuted on “Let Us Help You Out” Colours TV, America’s terviewing local and national WT05, Toledo’s CW from number one multicultural artists. One thing that distin- November-January 2007 network, is a channel based guishes “The Flipside” from with great reviews. The sec- Blue Collar around lifestyles and cul- other music video shows is ond season will premiere in tures of minorities around the element of mixing the April 2007 on Colours TV. the United States. It is pri- songs to make for a “club- For additional information Bonding marily viewed on Dish Net- like” environment on your on “The Flipside,” please work Channel 9407 as well television. The host, DJ visit http:// 419-327-BOND as seen on other cable op- Reese, a Toledo native, www.myspace.com/ 419-215-8741 theflipsideshow. Call Toll Free 24 Hrs. For more information Eric Hill - Owner 866-450-2663 contact: Maurice A. 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Robinson Student Honored FREE TAX SERVICE DO YOU WANT FREE TAX SERVICE? for His Decision Making Would you like help filing your taxes this year? Sojourner’s Truth Staff Dominique Buford, an You can get free income tax by TPS Ombudsman Rev. of community, among other assistance at any of the eighth grader at Robinson Cedric Brock. Dominique’s qualities in the mentees – following locations. Middle School, was recently mentor is Keith Jordan. youngsters in the TPS system. • Frederick Douglas named Robinson’s Student “Keith has been coming “Robinson is a success story Community Center at 1001 of the Month by the staff and here since September,” said due to the challenges we have Indiana Avenue • Aurora Gonzalez Communi- faculty. That honor gratified Brock recently. “He holds had in the past,” said Brock. ty & Family Resource Center not only Dominique but also weekly sessions and has been “We chose Dominique for at 1949 Broadway Avenue • Adelante, Inc at 520 those in the Tools for Suc- trying to bring out the best in overall student of the month Broadway Avenue cess program who have the kids. He is the role model because he has demonstrated • Margaret L. Hunt Senior Center at 2121 Garden Lake worked with the young man that minorities don’t see all great restraint and has not Parkway over the course of this aca- the time.” gotten caught up in disci- • Toledo Urban Federal demic year. Credit Union at 1339 Dorr The purpose of the Tools plinary problems,” said Street This is the third year for for Success program, as Brock Arlene Hodges-Coles, • Onyx Incorporated at 525 Tools for Success, a explained is to instill respect, Dominique’s cluster leader Hamilton Street • Job and Family Services at mentoring program directed responsibility, loyalty, a sense at Robinson. “All of the clus- 3210 Monroe Street ter leaders agreed whole- To set up an appointment or heartedly with that choice of Rev. Cedric Brock, Dominique Buford, Keith Jordan for more information, please Dominique who has quickly call United Way at 2-1-1. Again, to set up an appoint- become a model for the rest get caught up in drama.” the school’s principal, ment or for more information of the students to follow.” Krajeski praised everything Deborah Rivers. “He’s regarding free volunteer income tax assistance this John Krajeski, dean of about the way that Domin- made a conscious effort to year, please call United Way students at the school, ech- ique has carried himself, has make positive choices,” at 2-1-1.

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Or visit www.EdChoice.Ohio.gov April 11, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 11 Twelfth Annual YWCA Milestones African-American Awards7031 Women Artists at (Continued from Page 5) Yolanda Jackson (Volunteer- circumspect, reflecting on her tage of every opportunity that that feels after watching these NANBPWC, Inc. ism) and Ramona Collins (Arts). long career in the arts in part- came my way and that instilled accomplished women,” said “When it comes to honor- nership with her artist hus- this work ethic that I have,” Sally DePerro. “And now I ing women and free lunch with band, Adam, a Nazi concen- she said. “Don’t be afraid to have a chance to tell you about Women’s History chocolate cake, I’m there!” tration camp survivor. dream. Follow your dreams the YWCA and there are hun- said Mistress of Ceremony Grant took some of her now and take advantage of every dreds of people here, so I’m Diane Larson, 13-ABC Ac- deceased husband’s work opportunity that comes your not going to pass that up!” Program tion News. “These women we back to his native Poland in way.” DePerro made a joke, say- (Continued from Page 5) are honoring will be sharing the spring of 2006. “This was Speaking to the over 800 ing that at one point she came Brown joked before adding Kendall-Bishop flew in their exceptional stories. You the dream of a lifetime,” she people assembled in the con- to believe that the ‘W’ in hers to the bevy of tributes from North Carolina to accept will be proud of them and I said. “I don’t want Adam’s vention center, she expression YWCA stood for ‘water,’ not given the five outstanding her award. “I’m tending to my hope you will share their ex- legacy to die, because he has her gratitude. “I am thrilled to for ‘women’; because of leaky women. grandchildren while my ceptional stories with your wonderful art and a touching accept this award and join the pipes and damage from the “We need things that we daughter serves in Iraq,” said families.” story that I want to share, es- list of outstanding women water used to extinguish a dev- can look at that will inspire the retired Air Force Reservist Established in 1996, the pecially with young people.” who’ve received this award,” astating fire in 2005. us,” she said, complimenting who served during Desert Milestones Awards recognize Mary Martin choked up she said. Brown thanked her Listing their many contri- the five artists on their body of Storm and also served 35 years women from northwest Ohio while thanking her associates friends, family, pastor and butions, DePerro thanked her exceptional work. Brown pre- in the Defense Logistics for outstanding accomplish- at OptiVue, her husband, Bill church family who have sup- family for assisting her in her sented each honoree with a Agency. “I do love Toledo ments and contributions in the and their five children. “I par- ported her over the years and volunteerism; and she thanked champagne glass bearing the and I do love the Toledo Mu- following six areas: Arts and ticularly want to thank my who attended the luncheon. “I the staff of the organization to seal of the City of Toledo, seum of Art where my roots Sciences, Business, Education, business partner, Connie especially want to thank my which she has given so much befitting the status of the honor started.” Government, Social Services Richards,” she said. “Connie, friends. They were my co- of her time and energy. “Their bestowed on them by the To- Frances Collins, Ph.D., pre- and Volunteerism. Nominees you should probably stand up workers in AFSCME Local strength and perseverance ledo Club and with their indi- sented Alice Grace. “I nomi- must live or work in northwest so I can embarrass you in front 7.” make it possible to change vidual achievements as art- nated Mrs. Alice Grace to be Ohio, demonstrate outstand- of a large group of women.” It was this group that en- women’s lives,” she said. ists. Entertainment was pro- honored today,” said Collins, ing achievement or distinction Richards obliged with a smile couraged Brown to run for Larson, continuing vided by Toledo Club mem- who first met Grace at an event in career and community work and both were applauded. city council. Later, she took DePerro’s praise of the bers Dorothy Gray and Rose sponsored by the Alpha Kappa and exhibit leadership quali- “I love my job,” confessed over as State Representative, YWCA’s dedicated staff and Bonhart Ellis (member, Alpha Sorority, Inc. ties. Beekley, accepting her award. replacing Jack Ford when he programs that empower Women’s History Commit- Grace showed a piece of The 2007 Milestones Hon- “Education and teaching is the became Mayor of Toledo. women, invited guests to make tee), each singing a solo; and art depicting an three-dimen- orees are – Arts & Sciences: most important job in the “When you grow up on a a donation in honor of one of by members of the Toledo sional figure at the AKA event Peggy Grant, art director 20 world.” She proudly credited wheat farm in Kansas, you the honorees using envelopes Youth Club, Karah Haynes that Collins displayed, elicit- North Gallery; Business, Mary her family with providing her learn a lot of life’s lessons,” available at each table. (President and charter mem- ing ‘oohs’ and ‘aahs’ from the J. Martin, CEO/Optivue; Edu- their wholehearted support. said Jane Moore. “You also “I am delighted to an- ber) and Isis Darks (First Vice appreciative, cultured audi- cation, Cynthia X. Beekley, “This man I’ve been married learn lots of practical lessons, nounce the launch of an excit- President), reading poetry and ence. “It inspired me so much Ph.D., superintendent, Spring- to 45 years is a real feminist. like how to hypnotize a ing venture,” shared playing violin, respectively. that I purchased it.” field Local Schools; Govern- He might not like that title but chicken.” Moore’s infectious McDuffie. The YWCA is start- Each honoree was then pre- Thanking Collins for nomi- ment, Edna Brown, state rep- he deserves it.” humor spread through the ing a new program that will sented by the Toledo Club nating her, Grace talked about th resentative 48 District, Ohio She also gave credit to her large audience as waves of help support women seeking member who nominated her her current projects. “On the House of Representatives; So- two sons and to one special laughter swept over the con- career advancement. and given a framed certificate. sixth of April, my gallery will cial Services, Jane Moore, woman in her family. “I was vention center. McDuffie gave some statis- Rose Bonhart Ellis presented be open at the Collingwood CEO/United Way of Greater blessed with a strong mother “My United Way family is tics that showed the need for Nicole Kendall-Bishop. “She Arts Center,” she said. “I have Toledo and Volunteerism, who set extremely high ex- very special to me,” Moore this kind of concerted effort: is known in the Dayton art a one-woman show in May.” Sally DePerro, past board pectations for me,” she said. said seriously. “It is the place Caucasian women earn 77 community for her strong, vi- Later, Grace’s seven year- president, YWCA of Greater Finally, thanking her co-work- that soil is prepared, that roots cents for every dollar earned brant use of color, incorporat- old grandson took a bow when Toledo. ers, the educator explained are nurtured and that people by men; African-American ing a myriad of textures she it was announced that he sold “I don’t want to retire – I how her relationship with them are allowed to grow and women earn 66 cents for ev- has found within the universe,” his first piece of art at the age don’t ever want to retire,” said enriches her life. “This brings thrive.” Lastly, Moore thanked ery dollar earned by men and read Ellis. “Even though Day- of six. Peggy Grant during a brief me a sense of community and her proud and devoted family, Hispanic women earn 55 cents ton has her, her roots are here Angeline Murray pre- videography. “As long as God makes my life enjoyable.” clearly moved by their sup- for every dollar earned by men. in Toledo at Libbey High sented Holly Matthews. gives me strength, I’ll keep Brown shared some of her port and the honor of receiv- “A corporate ladder can be School. I’d like to present to “Holly’s mother and I have moving.” Accepting her secrets of success in her ing the prestigious award. climbed in high heels. Stay you my childhood elementary been friends since 1958,”said award, Grant was humbled and videography. “I took advan- “I’m last – imagine how tuned for more information.” school friend, Nicole.” Murray. “My other child, Holly.” Fortunately for her, “My husband, Willie, found out nothing more could be done for his cancer. He still had one Matthews’ artistic talents are incorporated into most of her Hospice helped last goal: to see our daughter, Joya, graduate from nursing school – which was nearly work and activities, including our family a year away. developing therapeutic arts for adults and seniors at reach a “Hospice of Northwest Ohio provided care for Willie, right in our home. I believe their SunBridge Care and Rehabili- final goal. expertise helped him live to see the graduation, and made a lot more good days possible for tation for West Toledo where him along the way.” she is employed in the activi- ties department; participating Laura, Willie’s Wife in the Ministry of Design Com- mittee and doing art activities “Whenever we had questions, Hospice explained every answer. They knew what to provide in Vacation Bible School at Having my dad even before we knew what to ask for. And the staff connected on a personal level, too. My Braden United Methodist at graduation dad’s nurse was like part of our family. Church where she is a mem- ber and as a member of the made my wish “Hospice made all the arrangements to get dad to my graduation, including the wheelchair Toledo Artists’ Club. Her come true, too. and portable oxygen. Having dad see me cross that stage meant the world to me. Now that medium is black and white I’m an RN, I know great care when I see it. My dad had the best.” pen/ink drawings that are ab- stract with stylized forms, Joya, Willie’s Daughter bearing a spiritual quality. Donnetta Carter presented Brenda Price. “It’s always been in Brenda’s heart to design and SM Hospice can help make the end of life meaningful and fulfilling. organize, having a good eye HOSPICE To learn more, ask for our FREE brochure series, “Hospice Answers.” for color coordination,” read OF NORTHWEST OHIO Carter. “For nearly 30 years, Call 419-661-4001 or visit hospicenwo.org. she gave up this special talent that God blessed her with and SM (Continued on Page 14) ©2006 Hospice of Northwest Ohio Answers for Living the Last Months of Life The LimaLima Truth Page 12 The Sojourner’s Truth April 11, 2007 Lima Student Recognized Lima NAACP: Reorganizing For Saving Family An for the Future By Vickie Shurelds Estimated $5,700 On Energy Special to the Truth The Lima Chapter of the Vision Statement minorities are moving back- NAACP is beginning a phase The vision of the National wards as majority employers, Bills of renewal. The revitalization Association for the Advance- laws and leaders begin to “flip Special to The Truth has spurred by a renewed com- ment of Colored People is to the script” tossing out deroga- mitment of its members to get- ensure a society in which all tory statements about “play- Lieutenant Governor Lee ting the organization back on individuals have equal rights ing the race card” when there Fisher last week praised the its feet and on the way to once and there is no racial hatred or is a question of equality. efforts of a Lima sixth- again leading Allen County racial discrimination. “ We are putting the orga- toward a more inclusive fu- The Objectives nization back together with the grader who advocated en- ture. • To ensure the political, help of the Ohio NAACP that ergy-saving techniques in Starting all over again is educational, social, and eco- is lead by President Sybil going to be more than difficult. nomic equality of all citizens Edwards-McNabb, Secretary her home, which reduced It will undoubtedly be an up- • To achieve equality of Annie Womack also District 1 her family’s household en- hill battle fought with pains- rights and eliminate race preju- Coordinator WilliAnn Moore ergy spending by $5,700. taking effort from everyone dice among the citizens of the of Toledo; they will offer guid- involved. The re-building will United States ance and expedite getting us Sandra Walton was offi- take place from the ground up • To remove all barriers of back up and running full steam cially recognized on March since there is little left of the racial discrimination through and in good standing,” says 29 by the Ohio Department Sandra Walton former organization. The Lima democratic processes Alberta Shurelds, interim sec- NAACP has plans to build a • To seek enactment and retary for the Lima Branch. of Development’s Office of solid organization based enforcement of federal, state, President Helen Roberts is Energy Efficiency (OEE) Over the course of sev- taught the “Energy Hog” deeply on the initial beliefs and local laws securing civil asking all Life members, cur- and standards of the original rights rent and former members and and the Alliance to Save eral months, Sandra peti- energy-saving techniques. entity. • To inform the public of youth to join them at the next Energy (ASE), a non-profit tioned her family to change “Sandra has set an ex- Founded in 1909 by a group the adverse effects of racial restructuring meeting on April coalition of business, gov- 85 incandescent light bulbs ample that everyone should of multi-racial forward think- discrimination and to seek its 21. The structure of the orga- ing individuals, first and fore- elimination nization requires a certain num- ernment, environmental and follow starting today,” said to ENERGY STAR com- most, the NAACP is a civil • To educate persons as to ber of members before the consumer leaders that teach pact fluorescent (CFLs) ASE President Kateri rights organization. It is more their constitutional rights and Charter can be renewed. “We children the benefits of en- bulbs. The CFLs provide Callahan. “If every home in than a muscle-laden overseer to take all lawful action to se- meet on the third Saturday of of justice. cure the exercise thereof and the month at Bradfield Com- ergy efficiency through its bright, warm light and use America switched just one The mission of the National to take any other lawful action munity Center at Noon – don’t “Energy Hog” campaign. at least two-thirds less en- incandescent bulb to a CFL, Association for the Advance- in furtherance of these objec- Meet me There – Beat me ment of Colored People is to tives, consistent with the There!” “Sandra’s story is an en- ergy than standard light we would save enough en- ensure the political, educa- NAACP’s Articles of Incor- Phone calls, letters and re- couraging sign that Ohio’s bulbs, generate 70 percent ergy to light seven million tional, social, and economic poration and this Constitution. quests for help have not youth recognize the benefits less heat and last up to 10 homes and reduce green- equality of rights of all persons In many localities there is a stopped coming in even though and to eliminate racial hatred sense that the civil rights move- the Lima branch has been vir- of exploring energy-saving house gas emissions equiva- times longer. Based on the and racial discrimination. ment is losing ground and that (Continued on Page 15) techniques to not only ben- Walton family’s data and lent to taking one million efit our environment, but to today’s energy prices, ASE cars off the road for a year.” keep money in the pockets estimates that the family will The Ohio Department of of Ohio families,” said Lt. save about $5,700 in en- Development’s Office of Governor Fisher, who also ergy costs over the life of Energy Efficiency works serves as Director of the the new CFLs . with individuals, communi- Ohio Department of Devel- To congratulate Sandra ties, non-profit organiza- opment. “It is exciting to on her accomplishment, tions, businesses large and see our children teaching OEE presented her with a small, industry and other their parents and others how plaque during a ceremony government agencies to to advance their thinking at Shawnee Middle School achieve a robust economy and make positive changes and brought ASE’s “Energy supported by multiple en- in their homes and commu- Hog” to meet Sandra and ergy sources, energy effi- nities.” her classmates. The students ciency and advanced tech- nology with added value for the quality of life for all Ohioans. The Alliance to Save En- ergy is a Washington, D.C. based coalition of promi- nent business, government, environmental and con- sumer leaders who promote the efficient and clean use of energy worldwide to ben- efit consumers, the environ- ment, economy and national security. April 11, 2007 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 13 Album Review Reel Review 8 Ball & M.J.G. The Astronaut Farmer Billy Bob Thornton Ridin High By Michael Hayes By Michael Hayes Minister of Culture Minister of Culture I know what you’re think- someone laugh, but they don’t Okay, everybody wants to that the only way a New York This summer just remem- ing, “what in the hell is he exactly take you somewhere know if they can do it again. artist can even make a dent is ber to bump this one fa sho! reviewing this for?” new … and that’s what all art Bad Boy Records by debuting with a track that But as only the fourth No doubt. Anyone who is supposed to do is take you might’ve just got lucky with mimics crunk. track on the CD, it’s so early knows me knows I usually somewhere you’ve never been Living Legends, can Diddy But with hip-hop’s aver- that your ears will start hopin’ don’t go near anything with before. really allow some Southern age listener getting younger for the rest of the album to be any kind of farmer in it, and The Astronaut Farmer was kings to bring heat that their and younger by the minute, just as rough. shares the father’s dream of I’ve stayed pretty far from Billy appealing to me because of fans expect? how can the legacies remain But, such is not the case. going to space. Bob Thornton ever since he the imagination it brings back One thing I can say is this intact? Yeah, everyone gives Maaan, for real tho – It’s not kooky, or crazy to and Halle Berry ruined a per- to cinema. But it’s ill too be- one long-ass album. Nearly the architects all the credit “Turn Up The Bump” is offi- them in the least. fectly good fantasy for damn cause it’s still very real-world one hour and 20 minutes long when the building is finished cial. In fact, Shepherd is some- near every black man in this oriented. with 19 songs. It’s hard to but once people start moving So ill that it’s a hard act to thing like his dad’s right hand country. No one owns the sky and keep an album consistently in and out no one even re- follow, so what follows it? man in all of this. So I can understand why you’d think a grown man who hot for that long. members who built it. “Cruzin” with 112’s Slim And this is part of why this some might be surprised be- owns acres and acres of land Crews around Toledo need 8 Ball and M.J.G. prob- is pretty damn hot too! movie had such appeal to me cause I’m somewhat shocked would have the freedom to do to learn that too. For every ably don’t have the same fan And it’s a relief, because because it seems like so much myself with this one. But hon- as he pleases on his land as song you add to your project, base as Young Dro or Rick the other collaborations be- of entertainment today is estly, there is much rhyme to long as he’s not harming any- that’s another gamble that it Ross even though they paved tween these two groups kinda geared to those of us who are my reason. one. But the presence of the might jeopardize whatever the way for them. left a bad taste in my mouth. single and no family to con- You’ve got Will Ferrell ruthless U.S. government momentum you’ve built up Besides that to consider, This one is much more sider but most of us grew up with yet another number one makes its way into this film with your hottest material. On there’s also the pressure after suited to both of their sounds. loving family films such as comedy hit in Blades Of Glory, and it actually made it seem this joint, some of it is Hit and you come back from a well- One thing I love about this. which means that movie will more life like. some of it is Miss. received album. You may not this album is a funny inter- And when keeping that in be out for at least another three You should already know Fat Boy and Pimp Tight wanna be too formulaic but lude. I mean a funny AS mind, it feels good to see a months. the premise from a few months have a hot one with that first then again you don’t wanna HELL interlude. great family onscreen. Ice Cube is about to be- ago when previews were still single. alienate your core audience. Peeps probably forgot that It means just as much when come the most successful se- airing, but basically it goes I’m lovin’ that “Relax and Well, one listen to Ridin in the 90’s it was uncommon it’s time for Farmer to really quel maker Hip-Hop Holly- like this: A former Air Force Take Notes.” Verses are hot, High and it’s clear that 8 Ball to release an album without buckle down and “bet the wood has ever seen with his pilot was a just a hair short music is hot, got the B.I.G. and M.J.G. aren’t even trying any interludes … that was farm” on this little dream of third film to produce a sequel. from completing NASA’s as- sample for the chorus. But to step outside the box too important back then and I his. The family-friendly Are We tronaut training program when Project Pat just comes and much. like that they still take it seri- And I mean literally bet the There Yet finds its second in- a family tragedy got the best ruins it at the end. However, the title track ously. farm. stallment in this past of him and he was asked to It’s so crazy, the South is does reach a little bit. 8 Ball and M.J.G. are All of his 350 something weekend’s Are We Done Yet. leave. running the game right now Reminds me of some Down South royalty, but acres are just a few weeks Tyler Perry, Eddie Murphy Now, married to the love but the industry is so unstable Outkast or something. there’s a couple songs on here away from bank foreclosure and Chris Rock all had hit of his life with a beautiful fam- now that even having a hot Sort of a hyper/upbeat that just don’t sound like the because the mortgage has been movies that were entertaining ily, he has become the most album isn’t a guarantee that throwback to the Space Age throne is sewed up. drawn on 20 times. Getting a as hell. Yet, they are all gone. popular dreamer in his small people from the hottest re- Pimpin sound, Ridin High has Up until the 13th track, rocket off the ground takes So trying to see a good black town. Furthermore, it’s no se- gion will certainly sell. club potential but the rhymes things are tight but after that some loot, even if you do build film is a lot harder than it was cret that the barn on his farm The 106 & Park crowd are just basic for the most it feels like they were run- it yourself. a month ago. So I had to just sit houses an actual space rocket will tell you that Lil Wayne is part. ning out of steam. Oh yeah, Everything comes to a head back and look at what I mood that he is perpetually prepar- among the best rappers walk- “Turn Up The Bump” is and Bangledesh (the man re- just as Farmer realizes the fuel I was in. ing for lift off. As he gets ing the earth, Atlanta is home Diddy giving Timbo’s right sponsible for the HOTTEST he’ll need will cost $50,000 Easter weekend had me closer and closer to his re- to the top selling rappers and hand man Danja a chance to tracks on Living Legends) is and the guy wants it all in cash. nostalgic and all, thinking cently scheduled launch date, singers right now and all the shine on his own and it’s back, but only for one song. This sets off a few issues. about when I was younger. the Feds clamp down and he’s airplay all day long is full of easily one of the best pro- I don’t see Ridin High as Story, Texas is a tiny town And a trip to the movies left with an un-enviable di- Young Jeezy, Rich Boy or duced songs on the album classic material, but if you and everyone knows every- back in the day used to mean lemma: risk his life, his somebody else from down and it inspires Ball & G. to can make it past the un-nec- one so when the bank loan that you were about to leave family’s well being and dis- bottom. The South is running bring their A-game on the essary joints like “Pimpin officer refuses to give him reality for a minute. Movies obey the government by go- their stuff so tight right now lyrics. Don’t Fail Me Now” and more money for his latest ex- ing into space on his own terms “Worldwide” then you’ll used to really take you some- pense, Farmer goes to ex- or kill the dream he’s lived to have some room to enjoy two where, they used to involve tremes that you and I could fulfill for so many years. Down South kings. fantasy and make-believe or never get away with. Imagine Charlie Farmer (Billy Bob The true grade for 8 Ball at the very least a simple de- being turned down for a loan Thornton) is married to and M.J.G.’s Ridin High is sire to dream for more. and then get a letter from the Audrey (Virginia Madsen) and B-. All the comedies that are bank saying the bank is taking out now are great for making they have three children; 15- your house in 30 days. Now year-old Shephard and two imagine wrapping that letter young daughters Stanley and around a brick and tossing it Sunshine (real life sisters and through a bank window where daughters of the director – it lands precisely on the desk Carole Russell MSNH,CCH Logan and Jasper Polish). in front of the person who Natural Health Consultant The family/home life of turned your request down. Charlie Farmer is enough to That would be amazing, warm anyone’s heart. huh? DETOXIFYING FOOTBATH This entire household (Continued on Page 15)

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Assistant Clinical Manager - Clinical Therapists Youth Homebased Services Lima NAACP Dynamic outpatient facility committed to provid- (Continued from Page 12) Seeking a currently competent professional who ing extraordinary care to children and families is tually off the radar for a num- began or what precipitated it, oversees all clinical and administrative aspects of seeking dedicated team players to provide clinical ber of months. One of the key but it is obvious the need still the SED Community Support Program. Candidates services. Masters degree in mental health field issues at hand is getting people exists for the services and sup- must have a master’s degree in a mental health field with Ohio license (LSW, LISW, PC, PCC); plus one involved before they need the port provided by the NAACP. from an accredited college or university and be year experience working with troubled children and help of the NAACP. “ It They are putting out a call licensed to practice in Ohio (PCC, LISW). Familiar- families required. Must be computer literate and seems some people just as- for strong leadership, sharp ity with and desire to work with the SED population have word processing skills. Duties include provid- sume we’re active and ready minds and dedicated workers is required; clinical and management experience is ing diagnostic assessments, formulating client treat- to go, but we need members – to join them in breathing new preferred. Duties include managing, coordinating, ment plans and providing ongoing individual, fam- active members who are will- life into the local branch of the evaluating and supervising operations for assigned ily, and group therapy. Excellent organizational, ing to help us lay the ground oldest and largest civil rights clinical staff, providing personnel management func- communication, and documentation skills are es- work, and provide some posi- organization in the world. The tions, and assisting in innovation, development and sential. Commitment to excellent customer service tive input for the community – Lima branch was at one time a implementation of programs and services. Must be a must. Submit cover letter with salary expecta- we’re more than just “watch- strong organization that de- able to use computer and software to manage and tions and resume by 4/18/07, to dogs” – we provide a very manded notice. They were at monitor program and to communicate with staff. specific service – we offer the the forefront of positive strides Submit cover letter with salary expectations and Harbor Behavioral Healthcare, opportunity for the entire com- toward equality in Allen resume by 4/18/07, to Attn: Human Resources (22), munity to work together for County. The groundwork is 4334 Secor Road, change.” Alberta Shurelds is being laid to return the local Harbor Behavioral Healthcare (ACM-22), Toledo, OH 43623-4234 acting as liaison for the local, organization to its past stature. 4334 Secor Road, or fax to 419-724-9425 state and national organization Any community is only as Toledo, OH 43623-4234 or e-mail to [email protected]. until new elections can be held. strong as its weakest subgroup; or fax to 419-724-9425 “The NAACP cannot exist a stronger NAACP will un- or e-mail to [email protected]. EOE. without members who are doubtedly lead to a stronger committed to our mission state- Lima, say its supporters. EOE ment.” Lima Branch of the Account Manager There has been a stream of NAACP appointed officers: support from different sectors Helen Roberts, president; of the community. Several Relationship Manager Regional employee assistance program and Charles Thomas, vice presi- people have stepped forward wellness leader is seeking a high energy account dent; Alberta Shurelds, secre- to offer their talents to the ef- tary;. Diane Griffith, assistant Seeking a talented individual to promote the manager to build relationships with professionals, fort. The sheer numbers of secretary; Camilla Banks, trea- growth of a progressive behavioral health care assume primary responsibility of customer service people in Lima/Allen County surer. Five board members: organization’s products and services as well as needs, increase business growth, and conduct sales who have retained their mem- John L. Brown, Beverly overall commitment to Customer Service Standards. negotiations. Bachelor’s degree in business or bership or secured lifetime McCoy, Annie Mae Banks, Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of 2 years expe- marketing-related field, plus a minimum of 3 years memberships easily place them Farley Banks, Clarence Powell rience in marketing or sales required. Healthcare experience in account management with proven in a manageable place for a and Jason Upthegrove. Life- knowledge preferred. Must possess and demon- track record required. Must be able to demonstrate branch in good standing, how- time Membership Chairman strate above-average skill in verbal, written and strong communication skills and knowledge of ever the active membership Bev McCoy, Co-chairman visual communications and exceptional customer Microsoft Word. Must have driver’s license and be had long sense dwindled. It’s Walter Potts, regular member- service abilities. Must have driver’s license and be willing to drive own car to perform job related duties. difficult to say just what hap- ship chair: Daisie Gibson PO willing to drive own car to perform job related duties. Duties include implementing new account proce- pened, when the deterioration Box 868 Lima, 45802. Duties include implementing strategic marketing dures, identifying client needs and assisting with tactics to reach and identify key referral customers, sales presentation proposals. Submit cover letter developing a sustainable and vibrant training and with salary expectations and resume by 4/18/07, to education program focused on increasing referrals Reel Review and awareness, and conducting market research to Harbor Behavioral Healthcare, (Continued from Page 13) guide product positioning and new product develop- Attn: Human Resources (AM), Well, such behavior is not One thing I didn’t really ment. Submit cover letter with salary expectations 4334 Secor Road, common to the mild-mannered like was the script – there and resume by 4/18/07, to Toledo, OH 43623-4234 farmer. were many points where it or fax to 419-724-9425 But his friend at the bank, felt like a B movie because Harbor Behavioral Healthcare, or e-mail to [email protected]. his friend the police officer the plot element would be Attn: Human Resources (RM), and his friend the judge are all far heavier than the wording 4334 Secor Road, EOE. on the same page as the rest of seemed able to convey. It Toledo, OH 43623-4234 the town as their patience is wasn’t Disney-corny, but the or fax to 419-724-9425 beginning to wear thin with dialogue left much to be de- or e-mail to [email protected]. FREE TOWING the whimsical Charlie sired at critical moments in Farmer’s dreams of going to the film. Attention Landlords or Property Owners, if EOE. space. And what makes ev- One thing that was on you have abandoned cars (in any condition) erything so honest is that he point was the cinematic di- Bad Boyz Towing will remove it for FREE. speaks of it with the calm rection and how it capital- Community Support Provider frankness similar to saying ized on the picturesque ele- Call 419-810-5879 you’re going to the corner ments of the land. Progressive behavioral health care organiza- store. I won’t say how it ends tion is seeking an energetic, dependable individual Seasonal Employment Meanwhile, the FBI gets because I feel like you should eager to provide support to severely and persis- involved once it comes to their go ahead and see this one. tently mentally ill adults and their families. Requires The YMCAJCC of Greater Toledo is looking for attention that someone is try- It’s at the two-dollar show Bachelor’s degree in social work or mental health degreed and/or certified staff that will lead activities ing to buy rocket fuel. at Spring Meadows, you related field and experience working with SPMI including, games, team building activities, arts and And that’s where The As- can’t beat that. adult population. Preference given to licensed can- crafts, and cultural activities. The hours are forty per tronaut Farmer becomes an And that theatre is slept didate (Ohio LSW, PC). Duties include providing week. The applicants must have an excellent driv- important film beyond just on more and more even mental health services and crisis intervention, de- ing record, five years experience working with at entertaining families because though it offers affordable veloping treatment plans, coordinating treatment risk youth or a minimum of a two year degree in Art it actually criticizes the vice entertainment. with other providers, and providing linkage to com- and Science or Social Services. Applicants must grip or noose-like quality of I didn’t get hassled about munity resources. Valid driver’s license, good have great communication skills, time management this Homeland Security/ Pa- having a critic’s pass and the driving record, and ability to perform therapeutic skills and committed to working with children. Ben- triot Act madness. And ya’ll workers were cordial. holds required. Must be proficient and accurate in efits: Competitive wage, free YMCA membership know I love it when any film But anyway, I recom- computer use. Submit resume, with cover letter and reduced child care fees. Email resumes to makes a point to point out mend this film for anyone and salary expectations, by 4/18/07, to [email protected] or mail to Shantae the BS soaked policies of that wants to remember what Brownlee 2053 N. 14th St. Toledo, OH 43620. Dead- our government. it’s like to dream big. Or if Harbor Behavioral Healthcare (CSP), line is Wed. April 18th, 2007. NO PHONE CALLS But it’s still a family film you just happen to catch 4334 Secor Road, PLEASE. so it doesn’t go too deep. yourself remembering when Toledo, OH 43623-4234 movies made you feel like or fax to 419-479-3230 Help Wanted anything was possible. But as I said, beware of the script. or e-mail to [email protected]. Weekly newspaper needs a lay out person for part-time position. Flexible hours, pay commensurate with experience and ability. Should be familiar The true grade for The EOE. with Pagemaker. Call 419-243-0007 or email [email protected]. Astronaut Farmer is C+. Page 16 The Sojourner’s Truth April 11, 2007 Good Friday Service Brings Upton/Kingdom Worship’s Community of Pastors and Ground Breaking Celebration Sojourner’s Truth Staff Congregation Together Upton United Method- ist Church is moving to a Sojourner’s Truth Staff new location on 4747 Hill A group of ministers Avenue and the and approximately 300 groundbreaking ceremony worshippers gathered on was held on Sunday April 1 to celebrate the new chap- Good Friday for a noon ter in the church’s life and service at Mt. Nebo Mis- a new name – the Kingdom sionary Baptist Church in Worship UMC. order “to enjoy each oth- Over 300 members of the ers gifts,” said the congregation joined Rev. event’s host, Rev. Cedric Pat McKinstry and a vari- Rev. Pat McKinstry addresses congregation Brock, pastor of Mt. ety of speakers, singers and Nebo. praise dancers for the oc- ing-room only audience. tory today.” Bishop Duane Tisdale, casion. Mistress of Cer- “We’re excited and we’re Not everyone had such a emonies Vallie Bowman- happy to get this started.” short distance to travel. pastor of Friendship Bap- English, clerk of court for McKinstry observed that Sheila Austin, former long- tist Church, served as the Seated (l. to r.): Rev. Gary Black of First Antioch, Toledo Municipal Court, the church had overcome a term administrator with To- worship leader for the Fri- Bishop Nelson Clark of Powerhouse Tabernacle, Rev. opened the ceremony by number of difficulties and de- ledo Public Schools who now day afternoon event. Cedric Brock of Mt. Nebo, Bishop Duane Tisdale of giving thanks for the re- lays to finalize the paperwork resides in Alabama, is a mem- Also in the pulpit were Friendship Baptist, Rev. John Walthall of Ararat markably lovely day. “Isn’t for the acquired land. “The ber of the congregation who Bishop Nelson Clark of Standing (l. to r.): Rev. Robert Bass of United MBC, God good to bless us with adversary thought he had returned for the event. “Be- Powerhouse Tabernacle Rev. William Lucas of Liberty Ministries C.O.G.I.C., such a beautiful day for dominion over the land,” she cause of my love, I could not (“Father, forgive them:” Rev. Nolan White of Christian Community, Rev. this occasion,” said Bow- said. “But the Lord knew bet- let this day go by without my Luke 23:34); Rev. Gary Jenkins Cordell of St. Paul AME, Rev. Mark Small of man-English to the stand- ter and we thank God for vic- presence,” said Austin. Black of Antioch (“Today Citizens of the Kingdom shalt thou be with me in paradise:” Luke 23:30); (“My God, My God, why hast finished:” John 19:30); Rev. Alpha Phi Boule Honors Rev. Mark Small (“Woman, thou forsaken me:” Matthew Nolan White of Christian Behold thy son:” 27:46); Rev. John Walthall of Community (“Father, into Community Leaders John19:26, 27); Rev. Rob- Ararat (“I thirst:” John 19:20); thy hands I comment my By Warren Woodberry ert Bass of United MBC Rev. Cordell Jenkins (“It is spirit:” Luke 23:46). On April 5, 2007, the To- ledo Club was the venue for the recognition of four indi- viduals who have more than made their mark in the fields CHURCH’S CHICKEN of business, social service, education and medicine. 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