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This Book is brought to you for free and open access. It has been accepted for inclusion in Advocate Register by an authorized administrator of PDXScholar. Please contact us if we can make this document more accessible: [email protected]. Church Peoplt: Withdraw ADVOCATE Plea ... Intent Disrupted "We wish to express our appreciation to you who co-operated in our attempt • last Sunday to register Christian opinion against the use of the Atom Bomb. .Eo-1ST E "A wire was sent to President Truman apprising him of the action and number of signatures obtained. The actual signa­ Portland, Oregon, Friday, Dec. 15, 1950 Number 3 ture-s will be sent in one package to the SEES EARLY END Oregon delegation in Washington, D. C. "Truly this is Democracy at work in BRIEFS TO D. C. JIM CROW our churches and Christianity at work in Former sponsors of project asked the \Y./ ASHINGTON - A complete end the world. Advocate-Register to continue Negro of segregation in Washington might come "We have had some requests for this First Citizen selection, and we accepted· before the next five years have passed, petition to be used in other groups but graciously. thinks Dr. Walter E. Hager, president of this experiment was designed for use only Now we. ask all interested persons, or- Wilson Teachers Colleg-e here. through the channels of church organiza­ ganizations, clubs, and groups, large or These thoughts were expressed before tions, and the committee will make no small to send in their choice, now. Name the Home Rule Chapter of the American effort to continue it. and picture of person receiving honor will Veterans Committee at a dinner-meeting "In order to prevent any possible use be published in the January 5th issue. held at the clubhouse last week. of this petition by so-called subversive or­ ganizations we are asking that you dispose * * * at once of any unused petitions that may Roland Hayes is coming to town. CHURCH HAS PROGRAM * * * still be in public places. If any pastor Subscribe to the Advocate-Register Beginning December 14 St. Philips should desire to use them at another now. $2.50 by mail ... Subscribe now. Episcopal church starts a program of in­ service we will appreciate your safeguard­ terest for the holiday church goer. Reg­ ing against any possible use in other * * * ular attenders as well as people who go groups." Buy NAACP Christmas Seals. Call to church only at the Christmas tide or For the committee GA. 2761 for further information. Easter time, have in store a program they MABEL DOWNS * * * will long remember at St. Philips, De­ Secretary of Committee The Red Cross moved a few weeks ago cember 14 at 8 p. m. Dr. D. N. Unthank to stop the practice of labeling "Negro" will speak on the Med-Century White and "White" blood given by donors. That House Conference of Children and was sure an admirable decision since it Youth. Dr. Unthank attended this con­ "We are alarmed at the prospect that was Dr. Charles Drew, as the foremost ference. the atomic bomb may be used in Asia. authority on preservation and the use of We gather the impression that many other · December 24, the Christmas Service plasma, pioneered the way for Red Cross people feel likewise. Because of this im­ begins at 11: 15 p.m. On December 31 a participation in that field. pression and because of the opposition radio program on station KGW at 8 a. from abroad to use the atom bomb, we Many Negroes who did not talk against AI., and on January 7, 1 9 5 1, at the feel that now is a critical hour for Christ­ the donor idea, was never a donor be­ church will be The Feast of the Lights, ians who oppose using the bomb to stand cause of Red Cross's segregation label­ with Rev. L. E. Kempton of Trinity up and be counted. ing, may "give" more to the Red Cross. church, guest seaeker. Rev. L. .0. Stone This question lost many a needed dollar is Vicar. "Accordingly we are enclosing copies of ·and time that could have been donated. an open letter to President Truman op­ * * * posing use of the bomb. To it we should Tuesday morning, last week, Levi Jack- RECORD NUMBER like to procure as many signatures as poss­ son's home suffered a $300 fire. The OF WOMEN JOIN ible. Could you help us with this project residence at 1776 Ross. Mr. Jackson said this Sunday, December 3 ." as long as no lives were lost he was happy. MARINE CORPS * *· * SAN FRANCISCO-The largest num­ A plea from several NAACP members ber of women enlisting in the Marines in A letter similar to the church peoples' who could not attend the annual election a single day was recorded here last Tues­ appeal was dropped in the lower Williams meeting for a complete list of Executive day Lt. CoL Pauline E. Burnett, staff Avenue section of the city which stated Board members electecl is hereby granted. adviser to the commanding general, Ma­ it was from the communist party, gtvmg Mrs. Richard Bogle, Dr. J. J. Clow, rine Corps Department of the Pacific, ad­ a P. 0. box number in Portland as the Stanton Duke, Mrs. Verne Dusenberry, ministered the oath to eight women. address. Some Negroes were inter­ C. B. Maxey, U. G. Pummer, Rev. J. E. At Fort Ord, situated down the Penin­ viewed about the letter by press. Mt. Roberts, Rev. J. E. Smith, Geneva Jordan, sula toward Monterey there are a number Olivet and Bethel M. E. churches partic­ Jerry Turner, Edgar Williams, Raymond of Negro WACs whose status is consid­ ipated with the church group. Wilson, Willis Williams, Rev. 0. B. Wil­ ered '.permanent." Officers from that Very few, if any, Negroes of the liams, Marie Smith, Margaret Wyman, group come periodically into the Bay "Grass-roots" level were disturbed by the Ruth Haefner, Cora Minor, Mrs. Thomas are:y to enlist Negro women for army Communist letter. It was found that some Roberts, Edwin C. Berry, Richard Bogle, service. The quota for that division has believe that the bomb should be dropped, Rev. Arthur J. Stanley, John Holley, never been more than 55 per cent filled, others are simply against any horors of Anna Mae Lee, William McCoy, Jr., and according to a recent statement o fan en­ war. The ratio is not far removed from Jason Dancy. listing officer. any other particular group. r ADVOCATE REGISTER Arnett Cobb's Playing Again After Serious Illness (Designed to Read) The long missed but well-remembered tones from the saxo­ Published by Oliver Smith News Agency (Established 1943 phone of Arnett Cobb, "the Wild Man of the Sax" once again OLIVER E. SMITH, EDITOR are ringing through the nite clubs, theatres and ballrooms, as Office 1453 N. Williams Ave.-Ej\1. 7266 the popular tenor saxman hit the comeback trail after a three­ ATwater 2551, 3411 S. W. First Avenue, Pordand I, Oregon year fight against a fatal illness. Free from Services of Any Special Interests Cobb, playing with four of the original five men with whom The News As We See It. The Editorials Are Our Opinions he skyrocketed to fame during World War I, recently played his initial 'come-back' engagement at Philadelphia's Club 421. IN MY OPINION By KEPT FIGHTING Mrs. E. W. Smith, Retiring President of Pordand Branch NAACP Here's the story of a man who went down fighting to death's door. My observation of the Portland Branch of the NAACP. The Portland Branch, as I see it, in the number of years that It's the story of a game guy who fought until he rose to his I have been working closely with it as a member, board feet again. It's the story with a romantic touch as human member, and president, is like most other Portland organi­ as life itself. zations-it is on the conservative side. In everything the Yes, here's the true love story of a charming wife­ Association has attempted to do, it has been cautious and Elizabeth Cobb-who stu-ck with her deloved husband in his slow to take or go into whole heartedly everything that appeared to show discrimination to Negroes without careful fight to regain his health "A Man May Be Down, But He's planning and considerate thinking. These methods of pro­ Never Out," Elizabeth believed in God. She knew her hus­ cedure have caused much criticism and comment from the band would recover. progressive and aggressive people. We have been called This is the Arnett Cobb story .. it's the BIG story._. "Moss-backs" and "a do-nothing organization," but whenever It begins back in Houston, Texas: a major issue of race discrimination or problem has been evident, the NAACP has taken the lead or been in the fight; At the Physllis Wheatley High School there's 14-year-old not always in a spectacular way, but got as much results boy playing the violin in the school band_ He has just com­ in Portland as the trend, place purpose or circumstances could plained to the school bandmaster-"Nobody can hear my be expected. violin because all the other instruments drown out the chords For 36 years, the Portland Branch has been up and down, from my fiddle." He is not sulking. He stands stern, up­ but from the National Offices record, charter revocation has never been threatened nor has the National officers been right. He is sincere. What he said was true And the called to Portland to get the Branch out of a difficulty. I sympathetic bandmaster knew tha tthis boy, Arnett Cobb, was feel that this slow, cautious manner of the organization in· not right. He took Arnett's saxophone that he had been holding accepting everything presented to us as a probable "as a surprise" for Arnett from a nearby shelf and handed it dscriminatory issue to be attacked have proven an advantage to Cobb. The youth brightened up and lst out with a to the stability of the organization. Although we have not been before the public constantly, "Whoopee!" then :h.e settled back, amazed, "But how did you some very worthwhile objectives relative to our program, which know-? Hok did you know, professor that I wanted a sexa­ have probably been forgotten by the public, have been phone? How did you know I could play one? accomplished. "For a long time I've watched you, Cobb. I'm interested Because of our democratic proceedure of membership and in the welfare of air the students. I try to help them as best election of officers, we could have been swept into hazardous situations many times, but thanks to the few level-headed I can. It's wonderful to give-always remember 'that, Arnett. members who have worked in the organization for many More wonderful than to receive.» years, this has not been the case. Cobb was very grateful. He became an honor student, We have not had a spectacular growth in membership, but moreover he was bright, very bright in fact with his music. have kept pace with other organizations of the same age in Several years passed. Portland. According to the National and Regioal offices, our membership quota and other financial obligations have .been Arnett began to play long and loud. Before long a pro­ met in such and excellent way, we are considered the prize fessional bandleader, Chester Doone, heard Cobb and signed Branch on the West Coast notwithstanding San Francisco, Los him with his band. Angeles, Seattle and other larger citiees on the coast. After a two year stint with Boone, Arnett joined Milton MRS. E. W. SMITH Larkins' orchestra It was with this musical aggregation that Cobb began to develop the style that was to make him The Annual Meeting of the Past Exalted Ruler's Council, famous. Inspired by he playing of tenor man Joe Thomas­ No. 29 I. B. P. 0. E. of W., will be held on Thursday, De­ who was then with Jimmy Lanceford's orchestra-Cobb began cember 14th, 1950, at 1474 21st Avenue, Seattle, Washnigton. This is a very important meeting, as the reports of your year's to put everything into his playing. Larkins gave him all the work / will be submitted, imparting the information to leeway he wanted. members in detail of all financial transactions from December As the years rolled by Cobb began to develop what he now 1, 1949 to December 1, 1950. terms "a soulful style." It is best described, according to All members are requested to send a card to one Brother Arnett Cobb himself, that the musician "preaches" with his F. D. Wright, 1722 22nd Ave., Seattle, Washington, who has instrument-putting all his feelings into it . been ill for a long time. Brother Wright was a faithful And "The Wild Man of the Sax" tothis day insists, "Brother member of the Council and an untiring worker before his if you haven't got rhythm-if your feet don't pat, and you health failed. Please comply with this request. can't feel it-take it from me, that its no good. PEOPLE IN THE NEWS A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Smiths rs cheerie. Pauls Paradise a 2007 N. Williams Ave. unique decoration scheme and the name By Anna Morrison Sunday School ------__ 9:30 a. m. Morning Service 11:00 a. m. suggests holiday festivities and the Mrs. Maxey of California is visiting he,. Evening Service _ 8:00 p. m: lounge is just beautiful. brother-in-law, C. B. Maxey and family. Wednesday-Prayer Meeting __ 8:00 p. m. Gay Paree is just as gay as the name Rev. ]. F. Smith, Pastor She was dinner guest a few days ago of implies. Baltzegar rs still taking Xmas Mr. and Mrs. Cash. HUGHES MEMORIAL CHURCH pictures and if you will "tune in at 9:30 2809 N. E. Rodney St. any Sunday morning on KVAN you will * * * Church School ------·------9:45 a. m. hear the Harmonizing 5 give with those Mrs. Birdie Johnson, District Deputy Morning Service ·------______11 :00 a. m. of the Daughter Elks, was a guest of Youth Service ------6:00 p. m. Christmas songs-every Sunday. Evening Service ___ ----- _ ----- __ - 7:30 p. m If you don't have that radio in working Dahlia Temple 202 Tuesday, Dec. 5, at Rev. Ennis Whaley, Pastor which time she conducted the annual elec­ order Fred's Radio Shop will fix it for you. tion. While here she was the house guest ZION HILL CHURCH OF GOD • IN CHRIST Herman Plummer and Ruth Flowers of Dt. A. L. Randolph, Dt. Ruler and Sunday School ______------9:30 a. m Dt. Minnie Payne of the education dept. Morning Worship ___ _ . ______11 :30 a. m have that home for that gift the loved Y. P. W . W . ______------6:30 p. m one wanted for Christmas. * * * Evening Service _____ ------8:00 p. m The Daughter Elks are giving a Christ­ Mrs. Bertha Johnson home from the Tuesday - Friday-Evening Service 7:30 p. m mas party December 22. So are others, hospital, after an operation. Wednesday-Prayer & Bible Band .8:00 p. m but when we do not know. Thursday-Junior Church ___ ·----- 8:00 p. m * * * Saturday-Prayer Meeting ______6:00 p. m Mrs. Lulu Hubbard and her daughter, Elder W. L. McKinney, Pastor McCLENDON'S Mrs. Earleta Williams, returned home VANCOUVER AVE. last Sunday after spending a month in FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Rhythm Room tte East. They were snowbound in Pitts­ 1914 N. Vancouver Ave. Delicious Chicken Dinners Sunday School ______9:30 burg, Pa., during the record storm last a. m 1500 N. Williams Ave. Morning Services ______----- .. 11:00 a. m week. B. T. U. ______2 and 4 p. m VErmont 9923 * * * Sunday-Brothrhood Union ______3:30 p. m Mr. Singleton, president of NAACP Evening Service __ _ _ ----·------___ 7:45 p. m Wednesday-Prayer Meeting _ ... 7:30 p. m Branch of Bremerton, Wash., was the Satisfied Customers honored guest of Mr. and Mrs. Lillard Sunday-2-4 ______------3:30 p. m Elder 0. 13. Williams, Pastor Evans, 125 N. E. Shaver, at a Gumbo Oliver E. Smith MT. OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH supper Saturday. Other guests were Mr. NOTARY PUBLIC and Mrs. C. Downing, the E. Love's and 1734 N. E. 1st Ave. Sunday School -----· ___ --·------9:30 a. m AT. 2551 3411 S. W. First Mrs. Logan. Morning Service ___ ------· ______11:00 a. m * * * B. Y. E. ______--,---- __ 6: 15 p. m Mr. and Mrs. A. Daniels of San Fran- Evening Service ____ 7:30 p. m Thursday-Prayer Meeting 7:30 p. m cisco, are the proud parents of a 9 pound Dr. ]. ]. Clow, Pastor When baby girl. Mrs. Daniels is the sister of in Salem visit Mrs. Schropshire. Mrs. Woods is the BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH 1239 N. Larrabee St. Cal's Shoe Shop proud grandmother. Sunday School ------____ .. 9:30 a. m 1091 Edgewater, * * * Morning Service __ _ _ ------_ 11:00 a. m West Salem, Ore. A reception for Mr. and Mrs. Louis Ful- Christian Endeavor ______6:00 p. m ler .nee urieta Oliver) was Evenin11: Service ------... 8:00 p. m .J an event of Wednesday-Prayer Meetinl!; 8:00 p. m December 3 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Elder Justus Ezra Roberts, Pastor A. Johnson, 623 N. Moris. A large num­ ST. PHILIPS EPISCOPAL CHURCH ber of friends were present _to wish the ' 120 Knott Keystone newly weds good luck. In the receiving Holy Communion ______... 7:45 a ... m line were parents of both of the young Sunday School ______------9:45 a. m Investment Co. couple. Morning Prayer ______11:00 a. m Holy Communion (Thursday) ... ___ :30 p. m * * * Rev. L. 0. Stone, Vicar 1453 N. Williams Ave. Mr. Tommy Johnson of 3226 N. E. Rodney, is asking all men interested in the Williams Avenue formation or reactivation of a Knights of Takes Pythian lodge in Portland to write the On Christmas Look Advocate-Register or call WE. 9795. Lower Williams A venue is beginning * * * to take on the Christmas look, and the Keystone Cafe Oliver E. Smith, editor of the Advo- spirit of Christmas is showing up around cate-Register, met Congressman Franklin the night spots. Christmas presents are 1461 N. Williams Ave. D. Roosevelt, Jr., son of the late presi­ being bought, from that long wished for dent, who was champion to Mr. Smith. automobile to that coveted toy the Mr. Roosevelt is vice chairman of Presi­ youn_gsters have asked Santa Claus for. dent Truman's committee on Civil Rights. The Victory Lunch and Grill is fast * * * putting on a new look and Jimmy Cal­ Two isues of the Advocate-Register are loway says it won't be long before you Jackies Cafe out and the comment is very favorable for will be invited to the Grand Opening­ a long life for the publication. So watch their ad in the Advocate Reg Good Eats * * * ister for the date. Any Church not listed need only to The Keystone Cafe and J ackies Cafe MISS ORA LEE MARTIN, Manager send their program to the Editor with the have their Merry Christmas signs out now 37 N . E. Weidler St. Church name, address, and pastor's name, The Spellbinders are still making 1t (Editor's Note). merry for you at McClendons. Billy '------' .fflerrp C!Cbrtstmas anb a J!)appp ~etu ~ear WE WISH TO TAKE THIS OPPORTUNI1Y ALONG WITH THE ADVOCATE REGISTER TO WISH OUR PATRONS AND MANY FRIENDS THE BEST OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON

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We Give S&H Green Stamps 3300 N . Williams Ave. VICTORY - PICKUP AND DELIVERY SERVICE TR. 6553 LUNCH AND GRILL GLENN'S Home of Best Pastry in Town TEXACO SERVICE Watch for Grand Opening ROBERT SEEGER, Owner MarFak Lubrication Firestone Tires Fred's Radio Shop - N. E. Broadway and Williams RADIOS - ACCESSORIES 1466 N. E. Williams Ct. and REPAIRING MUrdock 9983 VE. 9483 17 N. Broadway TV. 2388

YOUR PERSONAL ITEMS WELCOME Vacationers and Visitors, the Advocate-Register wel­ comes and is glad to print without charge the "Personal Items" of its readers such as the following: Visits to town, entertainment of visitors in' the home or elsewhere, Birthday recognitions, entertainment of friends at meals or on other occasions, anniversary celebrations, honors to the children or others in the family, sicknesses, deaths, births, marriages, special church activities of members of the family, hunting• and fishing trips and other such items including good pictures of the above.