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BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Dallas Post Tribune is published Dr. Mary E. Beck,Chairperson weekly by the Tribune Publishing EDITORIAL PAGE Dr. T.R. Lee, .Jr Incorporated, 2726 S. Beckley, Dallas, Mrs. Dorothy Lee Texas, 75224, Bulk Rate [1345]. Atty. Theodora Lee, Co-Chair Postage is paid to the Dallas Dr. Theronica Bond, MD Postmaster. Send address changes to Atty. Gary Bond The Dallas Post Tribune, P.O. Box Mrs. Mollie Belt 763939, Dallas, Texas, 75376-3939. Dr. George Willis THE DALLAS POST TRIBUNE is not responsible for unsolicited materials. STAFF DEAR EDITOR: Address all correspondence to EDI- Dr. T.R. Lee, ,.Jr President/Publisher TOR, The Dallas Post Tribune, P.O. Box Mrs. Dorothy Lee Dear Editor, may be able to reduce breast can-plant product contains any choles- old. So reducing my breast cancer 763939, Dallas, Texas 75376-3939 or cer risk by either taking choles- terol. risk is important to me. And cutting Vice President/Finance Mrs. Shirley Gray e-mail [email protected]. All arti- A new report from the terol-lowering drugs or eating a But meat, eggs, and dairy prod-animal products out of my diet is cles should be addressed to the healthy, low-cholesterol diet. ucts all pack a cholesterol punch. A Vice President/Operations, American Cancer Society predicts an easy way to do that. Billing & Collections appropriate staff member. that breast cancer will likely affect Personally, I would rather up my single egg has 212 milligrams, Going vegan is one of the best Advertisements, articles, editorials, intake of colorful meals than color- three and a half ounces of shrimp decisions I've ever made, and I Mrs. Veronica Zambrano more Texans than any other cancer Vice President/ Production & letters to the editor and cartoons in 2014. But it doesn't have to. ful medicines. Fruits and vegeta-has 194, and three and a halfhope that, until there is a cure for appearing in the paper do not neces- bles have zero cholesterol, which isounces of chicken liver delivers a Operations Studies have shown a link breast cancer, others will join me in Mrs. Millie Ferguson, sarily represent the philosophy or between high cholesterol and just one reason why you'll find whopping 631 milligrams. taking this important step for their views of The Dallas Post Tribune. scores of them on lists of "cancer- I lost the person that I was clos- 2nd Vice President/Quality Control breast cancer, and scientists say health. & Research Regulations for Publication the research suggests that womenfighting foods." Whole grains are est to, my grandmother, to breast Sincerely, 1) We reserve the right to edit cholesterol-free too. In fact, no cancer when she was just 64 years Mrs. Joan Fowler Michelle Kretzer Public Relations articles for content and proper gram- mar. We also reserve the right to Atty. Theodora Lee, Legal Counselor truncate articles for space require- Atty. Gary Bond, Legal Counselor ments. ‘IF I DATED BLACK GIRLS…’ Dr. William Lyons, Consultant 2) We reserve the right to refuse Ms. Peggy Walker,Consultant any advertisement or cancel any place in my home state since thefound that a record 14.6 percent men vying for her attention. It’s advertisement contract. 1960s and the South in general. Soof all new marriages in the United the idea that this fellow got to STAFF WRITERS 3) Deadline for receipt of articles many changes, in fact, that publicStates in 2008 were between know my niece as a person yet Rev. Johnny C. Smith is MONDAY AT NOON WITH NO schools in the Deep South arespouses of a different race or eth- found her unqualified to date sole- Mrs. Colleen White EXCEPTIONS unless authorized by more desegregated than any other nicity from one another. That’s ly because of her race is what galls Ms. Ester Davis the publisher. region in the nation. more than double the percentage me. Dr. Joyce Teal 4) Deadline for receipt of adver- During my visit, I met a young for 1980. While growing up in Alabama, I Evangelist Waydell Nixon tisements is MONDAY AT NOON. White male – who shall remain Interestingly, rates more than was told that part of the problem Advertisements will not be received nameless – who works in the samedoubled among Whites and nearlywas that Blacks and Whites had CIRCULATION after that point unless they are cam- campus office as my niece, spoketripled among Blacks. But for both not been allowed to interact Mr. Elester Coleman era ready and have been approved By George E. Curry by the publisher. NNPA Columnist fondly of Rachel, and recounted Hispanics and Asians, rates wereunder Jim Crow, not even in Mrs. Joan Fowler with glee their study together last nearly identical in 2008 and 1980. sports. However, when those bar- Mr. Samuell Ferrell 5) All articles and advertisements “I have a dream that one day on summer in Costa Rico. For me, there was another riers came down, or so the think- Mr. Jermain Clemon must be proofed by the article plac- After my speech, when I was story within the story: “When ing went, racial prejudice would er or advertiser. We will not be held the red hills of Georgia, the sons of responsible for any errors if the arti- former slaves and the sons of for-doing my usual Friday afternoon Whites, Hispanics and Asiansvanish and people would be ADVERTISING radio segment with Rev. Al decide to marry outside their judged as individuals, not as part Dr. T.R. Lee, Jr. cle placer or advertiser does not mer slave owners will be able to Ms. Ester Davis proof their article or advertisement. sit down together at the table of Sharpton, I was told that this group, African-Americans rank lastof a supposedly superior or inferi- 6) Articles and advertisements young man said, “If I dated Blackin their choice of mates.” or race. brotherhood.” PRODUCTION received past the stated deadlines - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr girls – I tell Rachel this all of the It’s easy to dismiss the kooks In three decades, there will be Mrs. Veronica Zambrano will be held over for the next publi- time – she would be at the top of such as former Louisiana Justice ofno majority race in the U.S., Mrs. Millie Ferguson cation if applicable. the list.” the Peace Keith Bardwell whoaccording to the Census Bureau. Mrs. Mattie Weatherman 7) We will not be held responsi- Last Friday, I gave the annual Dr. I am sure he meant that as a resigned under pressure in 2009And that means that all racial and Mrs. Shirley Gray ble for pictures that are not claimed Martin Luther King, Jr. Day speechcompliment – it wasn’t. after he refused to perform a mar- ethnic groups will need to learn to after two (2) weeks. Pictures held at the University of North First, it’s presumptuous to think riage between a White woman step outside their comfort zone to PHOTOGRAPHER after two (2) weeks are subject to Alabama in Florence. I was glow-that Rachel, who is smart and and a Black man. interact as equals with those who Mr. Floyd Ferguson disposal. ingly introduced by my niece, beautiful inside and out, would But things are supposed to be don’t look like them. Mrs. Constance Cannon 8) Advertisement positioning Rachel Gandy, who is a senior atwant to date him. Second, for all different with this so-called “post- In his “I Have a Dream” speech, Mrs. Veronica Zambrano based on a first-come basis. UNA. the talk about racial progress, racial” generation. My niece is an Dr. King said, “I have a dream that Positioning can be guaranteed for I told the audience that having there are large segments of our honor student, was in the universi- my four little children will one day ADVISORY BOARD 15% over total cost. grown up in segregated society who make decisions basedty’s homecoming court, is charm- live in a nation where they will not Dr. George Willis, Chairman Credo of The Black Press Tuscaloosa, Ala., how satisfying iton race and nothing else. Whitesing and beautiful. Yet, the young be judged by the color of their skin Dr. C.C. Russeau, Co-Chair The Black Press believes that America was to see “the sons of former do it. Blacks do it. Latinos do it. man at UNA couldn’t see beyondbut by the content of their charac- Dr. Gwen Clark,Co-Chair can best lead the world away from slaves and the sons of former slaveAnd so do Asians. her color: “If I dated Black girls….” ter.” Dr. Thalia Matherson, Secretary racial and national antagonisms when owners” sit in the same class- After I got over the shock of the Fortunately, Rachel’s love life is Obviously that day has not Mrs. LaWanda Durham Mitchell it accords to every person, regardless rooms, if not at the table of broth- young man’s comment – well, I not dependent on whether this arrived. Until it does, it’s incum- Mrs. Delia Lyons Dr. Ruth Wyrick - Mrs. of race, color or creed, full human and erhood. I didn’t use those exact still haven’t gotten over it, as you young man dates “Black girls.” bent upon all of us to make sure Opal Jones Mrs. Shirley Fridia - Alfred-Dr. legal rights. Hating no person, fearing can see – I thought back to a 2010There are plenty of African that it doesn’t just remain a dis- Roberts - Mrs. Ruth Harris - Mrs.Sharon H. no person, the Black Press strives to words, but they got the point: rev- Cornell - Mrs. Alvastine Carr olutionary changes have taken Pew Research Center study thatAmerican and every other kind of tant dream. help every person in the firm belief Mrs. Barbara Sweet Williams that all are hurt as long as anyone is Ms. Joan Fowler, Mrs. Bobbie Foster held back. Dr. Kendell Beck Editorial Board:Vice Chairman - Mrs. Shirley Gray; Consultant - Mrs. Support our Black Colleges Dorothy Lee; Consultant - Ms. Peggy Walker; Consultant - Mr. Thomas Wattley; Consultant - Dr. Thalia Matherson; Consultant - (PBIs) of higher education, financesland-grant, sectarian and non-sec-nities of today and tomorrow ; should never be an issue. I am,tarian, undergraduate, graduate depends to a great extent on our Ms. Joan Fowler; Consultant - Dr. Alfred Robertsand Consultant - therefore, joining the National and professional schools in 35science, technological, engineer- Mrs. Ester Davis Association for Equal Opportunity states, the District of Columbia anding, agricultural, and mathematics in Higher Education (NAFEO) inVirgin Islands. (STEAM) enterprises and ability. issuing a national and global urgent HBCUs and PBIs representWe must train 100,000 new STEAM call for increased financial support 500,000 students, 53,000 faculty,teachers over 10 years and create of HBCUs and PBIs. and 5 million alumni worldwide. an American workforce and entre- HOROSCOPES It is a sad reality that too many NAFEO member institutions edu-preneurs prepared for a new gen- By Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. people take for granted the legacy cate disproportionate percentages eration of high-tech manufacturing January 23 - 29 NNPA Columnist and continued importance of these of low-income students—in excessand high-paying jobs. To have an particular colleges and universities.of 60 percent of the students America that is ‘Built to Last,’ ARIES formulating plans for your bril- Dive into it! Don’t be intimated liant future. Something that There is a critical and long over-That is why African Americansenrolled at HBCUs are eligible forPresident Obama projects that we must insist on proper funding for income-based Pell Grants. Becauseneed to increase the number of At work, some matters have happens without your knowl- due discussion about the fate of been on hold but now you will edge is going to prove to be a Historically Black Colleges andHBCUs and PBIs. If AfricanHBCUs educate disproportionatecollege graduates to roughly 60 Americans are not more vocal in percentages of low-income stu- percent by 2020, which equates to get the green light. Continue to huge benefit. Enjoy your lucky Universities (HBCUs) now finally work as diligently as you havestreak! taking place around the nation. expressing support for these col- dents, they have designed, tested,approximately 8 million more leges the stage will be set for moreand perfected a myriad of success-Americans with a 2- or 4-year col- been in the pass to ensure suc-Soul Affirmation: My life itself is Yes, this is the time of year where my greatest creation. annual government allocations and reduced funding of these vital ful programs that increase the lege degree. To realize that goal,cess. Have faith that your plans budgets are debated, passed or institutions of higher learning numbers of low-income students the nation must educate at least 2 are on target. Lucky Numbers: 7, 40, 43 adjusted to meet both federal and that have done so much to make prepared for, entering into and million more African Americans Soul Affirmation: Anticipation of state priorities. The issue of higherthe world a much better place. graduating from HBCUs and PBIs. with college degree by 2020 and a beautiful immediate future SCORPIO education and the adequate fund- I am always impressed with the At a recent meeting at the many will be graduates of HBCUslights up my week. Your straight-up attitude is going ing for all colleges and universitiesdedication and commitment of White House Skills and Educationand PBIs.” Lucky Numbers: 18, 53, 54 to come in handy this week. is one of the most important budg- NAFEO and its members to repre-Summit, NAFEO President and CEO Unfortunately at a time when Plain talk is favored; keep it sim- etary matters in 2014, given the sent and defend the interests of Lezli Baskerville challenged thethere is a clear, demonstrated need TAURUS ple so others will understand increasing costs of higher educa-our colleges and universities. summit participants to both for more funding for HBCUs and A message this week may neces-where youre coming from. You’ll tion. But for most HBCUs, the con-NAFEO is the nation’s only 501 (c)increase the funding for HBCUsPBIs, the political will does not sitate travel on your part, and get a lot done if you stick to a cerns today about annual funding (3), not-for-profit membership and PBIs and to see the clearappear to be there at the local, you may feel obligated to do plan this week. are far beyond routine dialogue association of the presidents and strategic academic priority for state or national level. Therefore, it something you don’t want to. Soul Affirmation: I forgive, forget and consultation. It is now for chancellors of the nation’s richly strengthening HBCUs and PBIs incalls on us to inform all our elected Let the energy flow past you andand keep on moving towards my HBCUs a matter of survival. diverse 105 Historically Blackorder to achieve President Barackofficials that increased funding for do what you think is best. Who good fortune. Given the outstanding academic Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)Obama’s higher education goals forour colleges and universities has toyou are is who you are—be gladLucky Numbers: 1, 29, 31 achievements and contributions of and approximately 50 the nation. be a top priority. This is not an about it! the 105 HBCUs and 50Predominantly Black Institutions Baskerville emphasized, “Theoption — our future and the future Soul Affirmation: People love SAGITTARIUS Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs). NAFEO members are CEOsability of the nation to meet the of our nation depends on it. me when I love them. This is a good week to think of 2- and 4-year public, private, challenges and seize the opportu- Lucky Numbers: 9, 22, 41 about long-term plans. Your mind is clear and your vision of GEMINI things to come will be lighted by "A PSALMIST'S PRAYER FOR GOD'S DELIVERANCE"Use PSALM better judgment 59:1-17 with regard your razor-sharp instincts. All Michal's help, David was able tomy God: defend me from them expresses his resolve to praiseto financial matters. Stop ration- week long be careful not to that rise up against me" (v. 1). God, for verses 16-17 state, "But Ializing. Money is important. Do sound too sarcastic when you escape; thus, his life was spared. something about the fact that tell people stuff that you know In a time of extreme danger, These enemies of David had con-will sing of thy power; yea, I will you might find yourself broke and they don’t. the Lord will safeguard His saints.spired to kill him. Due to this con- sing aloud of thy mercy in the more often than you wish. Soul Affirmation: I keep my eyes David knew of God's protecting spiracy on his life, David prays anmorning: for thou hast been my Continuing to deny it will delay open for the love that is every- power as he expressed in Psalmimprecatory pray in verse 5, that defence and refuge in the day of doing something about it. where. 57:1, "Be merciful unto me, O reads, "Thou therefore, O LORDmy trouble. Unto thee, O my Soul Affirmation: I find comfort Lucky Numbers: 17, 18, 20 God, be merciful unto me: for my God of hosts, the God of Israel,strength, will I sing: for God is my in the familiar. soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the awake to visit all the heathen: be defence, and the God of my Lucky Numbers: 1, 22, 51 CAPRICORN Rev. Johnny C. Smith, shadow of thy wings will I make not merciful to any wicked trans- mercy." The clever way you think could Pastor – Mount Moriah my refuge, until these calamities gressors." When we are in the midst of a CANCER expose you to an experience for be overpast." Yes, David under- Although the acts of David's desperate situation, we need to This week make your spiritual you unlike any you’ve had Missionary Baptist Church stood that in times of extreme enemies were treacherous, Davidlearn the value of waiting on and interest pay off in cash. Enoughrecently. Move forward. Get into trouble, he could rely on God to had confidence that God would trusting in God, for Psalm 40:1-3 of goodness for goodness sake.it. Don’t doubt your ability to The superscription of Psalm 59defend his cause. David confident-defeat them (vv. 6-10). He statesstate, "I waited patiently for the You’ve got bills to pay. Peoplehandle it. Don’t let your mind reads, "To the chief Musician, ly states in Psalm 62:1-2, "Trulyin verse 8, "But thou, O LORD,LORD; and He inclined unto me,expect generosity from a big get crowded with too much use- Altaschith, Michtam of David; my soul waiteth upon God: from shalt laugh at them; thou shalt and heard my cry. He brought me hearted person like you. Ask less information. Love is simpler when Saul sent, and they watchedHim cometh my salvation. He onlyhave all the heathen in derision." up also out of an horrible pit, out them for something in return or than you think. the house to kill him." The term is my rock and my salvation; He is In verses 12-13, David prayedof the miry clay, and set my feet they’ll drain you. Soul Affirmation: I allow good "Altaschith" could mean to my defence; I shall not be greatlythat God's justice might prevail upon a rock, and established my Soul Affirmation: I call on my feelings to flow into my life with "destroy not," and the term moved." and expose the wickedness of hisgoings. And He hath put a new creative talents to pay my bills. ease. "Michtam" may mean "to cover or God is indeed a sure defenseenemies. This beautiful psalmsong in my mouth, even praise Lucky Numbers: 1, 3, 8 Lucky Numbers: 6, 21, 34 protect." The background for this for all saints. In the midst of a concludes with David praising Godunto our God: many shall see it, psalm is found in I Samuel 19.troubled situation, David prays even though he was in the midst and fear, and shall trust in the LEO AQUARIUS Saul, a constant threat to David,that the Lord would deliver him of his enemies (vv. 14-17). Yes,LORD." Compromise to get what you If someone has told you that you had sent messengers and theyfrom his enemies in verses 1-5;even in the midst of being trou- want this week. You’ll want to are more mental than emotion- watched the house of David in "Deliver me from mine enemies, O bled by his enemies, David May God Bless! meet others half-way, and in the al, believe them. This week order to kill him. Through long run, you’ll get what you especially your mind will be want anyway. You can afford to working a mile a minute to make be gracious and giving. Do itsure that what you feel is good with all your heart and soul. for you to feel. Cover the mental A Little Bit of Faith: : Find Rest in Christ Soul Affirmation: My emotions processes with an emotional provide me a pathway into the facade, but keep thinking about sunshine of my being. what is best. makes me lie down in greenthrough our problems. We This is not what God Lucky Numbers: 6, 17, 43 Soul Affirmation: I give special pastures, He leads mebelieve that we can only would have for us. God attention to special friends beside quiet waters, He depend on ourselves. Wewants to be at peace. He VIRGO Lucky Numbers: 3, 45, 51 restores my soul" (Psalmalso fill all our days with wants us to be at rest. If we Money matters may seem a little unstable this week; postpone a PISCES 23:1-2). Most of us know every single activity that we allow Him, God can give usshopping trip. On the plus side,Usually you’re not much for the 23rd Psalm. We maycan think of. There is no timerest and peace. Having ahowever, your friends are gambling. You like to investigate have learned it when we for our bodies to rest. It is restful mind can help us to unusually supportive and won- and make sure before you make were children. This beauti- during these times that we think more clearly. Don't let derful. You’ll enjoy conversa- your move. This week you are tions and being with another, lucky. Move on impulse. Follow ful Psalm reminds us that welose rest and become wearyyour soul grow weary, find especially after dark! your heart. Pay close attention are to find rest in Christ in our souls. We become likeyour rest in Christ. Are you Soul Affirmation: I enjoy work- to the love needs of your mate Jesus. It also reminds usthe walking dead. We areready to be at peace and ing with others this week. this week. The needs of children that our souls can be unable to truly find rest find the rest you need? If so, Lucky Numbers: 19, 30, 50 call. By Colleen White Soul Affirmation: I can be who- restored in Christ as well. because we are runningGod is waiting on you to find LIBRA ever I am conscious of being. "The Lord is my shepherd; Too many times, however, around trying to fill every your peace in Him. Amen?Personal goals are important to Lucky Numbers: 12, 32, 53 I shall not be in want. 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GONZALEZ “Come and Experience God’s Love for YOU Each Sunday” CONTINUED FROM negotiated numerous devel- business program; and lead- PAGE 1A opment projects growing the ing the development of the city's tax base. district's first joint building TEN EDUCATORS TO BE INDUCTED INTO THE Most recently, Gonzalez Gonzalez has served twoproject with the City of served as the First Assistantstints as Assistant CityAustin, which connected an AFRICAN AMERICAN EDUCATION ARCHIVES City Manager overseeingManager of the City of Dallas.elementary school with Aviation, Dallas Fire-Rescue,The first, from 1988 to 1995, police, social services, library AND HISTORY PROGRAM 2014 HALL OF FAME Municipal Courts, Office of and the current one starting and park and recreation facil- Each year efforts of promoted and and include Lunch. A Emergency Management,in 2006. Before returning to ities. the African American enhanced African table for 10 is $500. and the Dallas Police the City of Dallas, Gonzalez Gonzalez has served as CityEducation Archives andAmerican education Deadline for dinner Department. Over the past 5 was the President of BuergerManager for three Texas History Program remind throughout Dallas reservations is April 3. years, he has also managedInvestments, a privately communities: City of San the public that African County history. Convention and Event owned investment company. Marcos, from 1979 to 1988; American education in The African American Deceased inductees Services, Housing Community Previously, Mr. GonzalezCity of Carrizo Springs from Dallas County came at aMuseum at Fair Park co-are Dr. H. Rhett James, Services, Economicwas the Deputy 1976 to 1979; and City of high price over more sponsors the Program'sLawrence W. Development, Planning andSuperintendent and then Dilley from 1974 to 1976, than a century and a five components and Muckelroy, and Dr. C. B. Development Services. Superintendent of the Austin where he started his career at Independent School District age 23 as one of the youngesthalf of Dallas Countyhouses the Hall of FameT. Smith. In those roles, Gonzalez not history, and that many Exhibit. The other four Living inductees are only led the effort to build the from 1995 to the end of 1999. city managers in the U.S. Omni, but also organized His most recognized achieve- Mr. Gonzalez earned his heroic and dedicated components are: Arthur Gillum, Dr. street car advocates in order ments include: executing a Bachelor's Degree with hon- African American edu- •Oral History Project Janice Pettis Ingram, to win a federal grant expand- $437 million bond program ors from the University of cators willingly paid •Archives and History Jowanda Jordan, ing street cars back into which built 11 new schools, Texas at Austin in 1973 and that price for past, pres- •Exhibits and Media Martha J. Lee, downtown Dallas. He was156 classroom additions andhis Masters Degree in Urban ent and future genera- •Curriculum Col. Joe D. Sasser, responsible for several Taxrenovated 96 campuses;Studies from Trinity tions. Development. Robert Thomas, and Increment Finance zones anddeveloping the district's first University in 1976. The Hall of Fame is Program officials are Dr. George O. Willis. historically underutilized one of five components proud to announce nine The public may make that comprise the 2014 Hall of Fame livingtax-exempt contribu- African American and deceased tions "in honor of" or BE KIND!Never speak harsh words. Be kind and gen-Education Archives andinductees. All 2014 hon-"in memory of" any per- tle with your tongue. For it has been said that the History Program that orees will be saluted at son you choose for a was initiated in 2002 an induction ceremony minimum of $25. The tongue can be like a sword. Think long before you crit-and will observe its banquet at 12 Noon, deadline is March 25. icize your neighbor. Your tongue can be nasty. Living12th is Anniversary this Saturday, April 12, 2014Make contributions year. The Hall of Fameat Hilton Garden Inn, payable to AAEAHP and one of the most beautiful things in the world. But thehonors both educators 800 N. Main St, mail to AAEAHP, P.O. tongue can kill! and other individuals Duncanville, TexasBox 411091, Dallas, TX who have significantly 75116. Tickets are $5075241. It’s Time to Renew Re-Subscribe to The Dallas Post Tribune Mail Check or Money Order to: Dallas Post Tribune P.O. Box 763939 Dallas, Texas 75376 One year in-State $65.00 One year out-of-State $75.00 Name______Address______City______State______Greater New Zion Baptist ChurchZip______2210 Pine Street Dallas, Tx 75215Phone______•(214) 421-4119 •Email: [email protected] Number______Services: Signature______Bible Study • Tuesdays 11:00am The Dallas Post Tribune welcomes your comments • Wednesdays 7:00pm about published information that may require correction or clarification. 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DHS FOOTBALL PLAYERS MAKE ALL STATE TEAM The 2013 Texas Associated Press 2nd Team Offense NFL Super Bowl XLVIII Sports Editors recently announcedHonorable Mention Defense RB Larry Nixon the Class 5A all-state high school - Shaquille Jackson (Sr.) WR Akile Davis football teams. DeSoto High - University ofWR Kevin Thomas School has six football players on North Texas WR Lamont Johnson the teams. - Bryce English (Jr.) - University of2nd Team Defense VS In addition, Coach Claude Mathis Texas CB Quizon Jones was, for the second consecutive - Jalen Dawson (Sr.) LB Derrick Leonard year, named a Zenith National LB Derion Woods Coach of the Year finalist. DT Darwin Oliver 7-5A All-District Teams Individual Accolades Honorable Mention Offense Nick Orr - Named to U.S. MarinesDesmon White District MVP T Kijuan King Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl Bryce English D eensive f G Herman Samples Byrce English Invited to U.S. ArmyPlayer of the Year WR Stan Lucas Combine DeSoto Staff of the Year Honorable Mention Defense CLASS 5A All-State Football Teams 1st Team Offense DT MCKINLEY WARREN OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR RBand Jaimon Peterson DT TIM JONES FIRST TEAM OFFENSE TE Jamal Johnson DE DEONTA DANIELS NEW YORK (AP) - Grammy-winner Bruno Mars will sing at halftime of the Super -Desmon White (Sr.) C Geoff Davis DE T.K. RICHARDSON Bowl in February, a person familiar with the NFL's entertainment plans told The - Texas ChristianG Dilland Gardner LB CARRINGTON NELSON Associated Press on Saturday. University T Kendall Jennings LB MIKEAL COHEN 68% passing rate; Passing - 3,870 The Super Bowl will be played Sunday Feb. 2 at 5:30 PM on fox MetLife stadium, WR Chris Lacy LB TYREK SHARP east Rutherford, New Jersey with the and the . yards, 39 TDs; Rushing 1,798 yards LB MALCOM MATHIS 19 TDs 1st Team Defense CB DEJUAN SMITH S Nick Orr S DAMON WEAVER SECOND TEAM DEFENSE LB Chris Orr S DELONTRE BRODY - Howard Wilson (Sr.) LB Jalen Dawson S CALEB ABROMS - Louisiana TechCB Howard Wilson S ERIC MCMILLIAN University DE Shaquille Jackson CB AUGUST RANSOM DT Josh Gay DE JOHNAVHAN GRAHAM Honorable Mention Offense Utility Kadarrian Nixon ILB AARON ANDERSON - Chris Lacy (Sr.) CB MUNEER SHERELS - Oklahoma State If you have some sports information that you would like placed in the DALLAS POST TRIBUNE Sports Section e-mail us at: [email protected]

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Former Dallas ISD Principals & Central Office Administrators Living Legends Mrs. Ruby Able Mr. Johnny Crawley Mrs. Opal Jones Mr. Herman NewsomeDr. Cornell Thomas Dr. Frank AlexanderMrs. Bettye CrenshawMr. William Jones Ms. Shirley Ison- Mrs. Janet Thomas Mrs. Irene AlexanderMr. Willie Crowder Mr. Charles Kennedy Newsome Mr. Robert Thomas Dr. Claudus Allen Dr. Fred Daniels Mrs. Irene Kelley Mr. Lucious L. Mr. Bobbie Thompson Dr. Sherwin Allen Mrs. Bettye Davis Mrs. Thelma Kelly Newhouse Mrs. Ruby C. Thompson Mrs. Audrey F. AndrewsMr. Eli Davis Mr. John Kincaide Mrs. Juanita Nix Ms. Myrtle Tolbert Mrs. Rosita ApodacaMrs. Precious Davis Mr. Chauncey King Ms. Barbara Patrick Mr. Billy Townsend Mrs. Estella Ashmore Dr. Rina Davis Mrs. Gayle M. King Mr. Robert Peyton Mr. Melvin Traylor Dr. Joseph L. Atkins Mr. Robert Dewitty Mr. James King Mr. Carl E. Pipkin Mr. Raul Treviño Mr. Larry Ascough Dr. Jackie Dulin Mr. Jimmy King Dr. Robbie J. 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Russeau Mrs. Mary Watkin Dr. Donnie BreedloveDr. Carol Francois Mrs. Fannie McClureMr. Arturo Salazar Dr. Robert Watkins Mr. Lincoln Butler, Sr. Mr. Arthur Gillum Mrs. Rachel McGee Col. Joe D. Sasser Dr. J.E. Whitaker Mr. Joseph T. Brew Mr. Ned Green Dr. Jesse Jai McNeil Dr. Garline Shaw Mrs. Ada Williams Mrs. Gwendolyn BrownDr. Leon Hayes Ms. Cherie McMillan Dr. James Sheets Mr. Carl Williams Mrs. O'Sheila BrownMrs. Selena DorseyMrs. Annie I. MiddletonMr. Bobby SimmonsMrs. Cheryl Williams Dr. Robert Brown Henry Mrs. Annette MitchellMrs. Pamela Skinner Mr. Don Williams Mrs. Marilyn CalhounDr. Margret Herrera Mr. Benny Clearence Mrs. Opal Smith Dr. George Willis Dr. Gwen Clark Mr. Chauncey Hightower Mitchell Dr. Roscoe Smith Mrs. Harnell Williams Mr. Douglas Cloman Mr. James Hugey Mrs. Kathryn Mitchell Mrs. Rubye Snow Mr. James Williams Mr. Pete Cobelle Ms. Kay Hunter Mrs. Verna Mitchell Dr. Rosie Sorrells Mrs. Robbye Williams Mrs. Sylvia A. CollinsMr. Al,va JacksonMrs. Mae Frances MoonDr. Dorothy Square Mr. Wilber Williams Mr. William CottonDr. Georgette JohnsonMrs. Lorene Moore Mrs. Jaunita Stewart Dr. John Witten Mr. Robert Craft Dr. Herbie K. JohnsonMr. Harold Morgan Mr. Clyde Stokes Mr. Chad Woolery Mrs. Marjorie Craft Mr. Herman JohnsonMr. Stacey MosleyMr. Lawrence E. StokesDr. Linus Wright Mrs. Dorothy Crain Dr. Areatha Jones Mrs. Sarah Murphy Dr. Allen Sullivan Mr. Robert Yowell The Dallas Post Tribune Prayer List Crime Stoppers’ Most Wanted Local Area Law Enforcement reports that on December 26, 2013, these people were wanted on the listed warrants. Mr. Fred Allen II Mr. L.C. Coleman Kennedy Family Mrs. Ruth Robinson Authorities have reason to believe that these people might be in the Dallas area and have requested public assistance in locat- Mr. & Mrs. Ray Allen Theodora Conyers Family Mrs. Mary Kennedy Dr. C.C. Russeau ing them. If you see any of these people, do not approach them. Call Crime Stoppers at 1-877 373-TIPS or visit our website Rev. Curtis Anderson B. Darden Mr. Alexis Lacy Mrs. Odetta Russeau 'ntcc.crimestoppersweb.com'. You do not have to give your name. Mr. Oscar Bailey Mr. & Mrs. Eli Davis Mrs. Dorothy Lee Mr. Jose (Joe) Sandoval Mrs. Mary Batts Mrs. Betty Davis Mr. Melvin Lee Mrs. Joyce Stanifer & Lee Family Mr. Marshall Batts Ms. Sonya Day Dr. Theodore Lee, Jr. Mrs. Standford The Baylock Family Mrs. Betty Deming Mrs. Joyce Lester Mr. James & Mrs. Jackie Stewart Mr. Jimmy Bell Bro. Micheal Erby Mrs. Patricia Matthews Mr. Artist Thornton Ms. Evelyn Blackshear Mrs. Joan Fowler Mrs. Fannie McClure Mrs. Ruby Arterbrey Thompson Mr. Marcus Bolden Mrs. Sharon Gray Mr. James McClure Bro. Willie Tucker Mrs. Merfay Brooks Mrs. Emma Greene Mrs. Priscilla McGaughey Mr. Arthur Turner Mr. Otis Brooks Mr. Robert Greene Mrs. Algeria Merrell Rev. S.T. Tuston, Jr. Ms. Christine Brown Mrs. Dorothy Love-Griffin Mrs. Larry Mitchell Mr. Michael Vick Mr. & Mrs. Robert Brown Mrs. Kattie Hall Ms. Destiny K. Morgan Mrs. Peggy Walker- Brown Wooldrige, Jimmy Hayes, Kevin Alvarez, Jose Goodall, Jannie Davis, Lopez, Mrs. Emma Calahan Dr. Leon Hayes Mr. Cornell Neally Mr. Waylon Wallace AKA: Bush, Jewell Adrian Alfredo Ms. Adrienne D. Carr Mr. Sam Henry Ms. Dana Norris Mrs. Claudia Washington Age: 23 Race: W Age: 36 Race: B Age: 39 Race: H Age: 47 Race: W Mrs. Alavastine Carr Mr. & Mrs. Lupe Hernandez Our Military Service PersonnelMrs. Mytris Jones-Watkins Height: 5'11" Height: 5'03" Height: 5'05" Age: 30 Race: B Age: 54 Race: H Mrs. D. 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2726 S. Beckley Ave • Dallas, Texas 75224 ISSN # 0746-7303 P.O. Box 763939 Dallas, Texas 75376 50¢ Serving Dallas More Than 60 Years — Tel. 214 946-7678, 214.946.6820 & 214.943.3047 - Fax 214 946-7636 — Web Site: www.dallasposttrib.com — E-mail: [email protected] VOLUME 66 NUMBER 18 SERVING THE BLACK COMMUNITY WITHOUT FEAR OR FAVOR SINCE 1947 January 23 - 29 , 2014 DALLAS CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY VOTED FOR CITY MANAGER A.C. GONZALEZ Dallas City Council has unanimously voted A.C. Gonzalez for city manag- Dallas ISD Proud er. Gonzalez was the favorite of three candi- dates into the January 21 vote. After the vote, Gonzalez said he was honored by the council's discussion and decision. "This vote of confidence in me is an indication in your belief that positive change can and will be achieved from within," Gonzalez said. "I'm confident that we can get started on those changes sooner, not later." Dallas City Manager A.C. Gonzalez has built a strong record in municipal Name: Bethanie Jones Name: Willie Parker management for more School: F.D. Roosevelt High School and School: South Oak Cliff High School than 28 years, with 14 Academy of Health Science Class of: 2014 years serving the City of Class of: 2014 Activities: Football, track, working in the Dallas City Manager A.C. Gonzalez Dallas as an Assistant City Activities: Senior class president, Dallas ISD Young Life program and working at my Manager. During his Teen Board and National Honor Society church tenure, he has spearheaded projects that have changed the face of Dallas, includ- Role Model(s): Oprah Winfrey Role Model(s): My father Stanley Parker ing the development of the Omni Dallas Convention Center Hotel, management of Favorite movie or book: "Bless Me, Ultima" Sr., Ray Lewis and George Washington the Love Field Modernization Program, negotiations of the Dallas Stars Reunion Plans after high school: To attend Sam Plans after high school: To attend college Arena lease, which brought the professional sports franchise to Dallas. Houston State University and major in ath- and study sports medicine The Dallas City Council appointed Gonzalez as the Interim City Manager on June letic training Why I am proud of my school: I am proud 26, 2013. As interim city manager, Gonzalez was responsible for the daily opera- Why I'm proud of my school: I am proud of of South Oak Cliff because of the pride tions of the municipal organization. He manages a staff of approximately 13,000 Roosevelt High School because the entire and tradition. We are built off of helping employees and a budget of nearly 3 billion. staff and faculty make it their job to build one another. Our school spirit is always Continues on Page 4A leaders for the community and beyond. Go lifted. We stand as one and no one can Mustangs! stop our shine or our grind.

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WENDY DAVIS - Dear Friend, As our campaign has gained momentum, our opponents have got- ten more and more desperate. But now they’ve stooped to a new low by attacking my family, my education, and my personal story – playing poli- tics with the journey that has been my life. Mine is a story about a teenage single mother who struggled to keep President of Paul Quinn Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings Immigration Lawyer Bishop T.D. Jakes her young family afloat. It’s a story College Michael Sorrell Elizabeth Cedillo-Pereira about a young woman who was given a precious opportuni- ty to work her way up in the world. It’s a story about resilien- This Event will be free and Open to the Public. Tickets will be First Come First Serve cy, and sacrifice, and perseverance. And you’re damn right Feb. 4, 7-8:30 p.m. it’s a true story. Throughout this campaign, I’ve shared that @ Dallas City Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St. in the Dallas Arts District story – not because it’s unique, but because it isn’t. The story of my life is also the story of millions of single mothers who feel alone in the world, millions of young dreamers searching for their chance to become something more than what they PARADES, MARCHES AND were born into, millions of families all across Texas who would sacrifice everything to give their children a better future. No false attack can take away my story. And no sleazy SERVICE PROJECTS political trick will stop me from giving voice to yours. Your stories are why I’m running for Governor. And togeth- HONORED DR. MARTIN LUTHJER KING, er, I know we’ll make sure that the Texas we leave to our chil- dren is a place where every young mother can build a better life for her child. . . where every family can work their way up JR. ACROSS THE U.S. the economic ladder. . . where every Texan can achieve their dreams and live Parades and celebrations were scheduled out their own success story. across the U.S to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the federal holiday in his name. ‘Dallas’ Too Busy Growing To Hate