February 25 2015 - The Toledo Journal

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The Toledo Journal, February 25, 2015 - March 3, 2015 - Page
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N O R T H W E S T O H I O ’ S O L D E S T A F R I C A N A M E R I C A N - O W N E D WEEKLY
THE TOLEDO JOURNAL
WEDNESDAY, February 25, 2015 - March 3, 2015
www.thetoledojournal.com
BLACK HISTORY
Jones
Academy
Celebrates
See page 10
AUTO/SPORTS
East Side
Chiefs Win
Challenge
See Page 15
LIFESTYLES/
EDUCATION
Stepping For
Scholarships
See Winners on Page 6
VOL: 39 NO: 13
Local NAACP Celebrates 100 Years
Many firsts obtained before others
Top photo: Dr. Kenneth
Goings, center, stands with
the members of the local
chapter of the NAACP. From
left are, Beatrice Daniels, cochair of mental health,
Darlene Sweeney-Newbern,
housing and civil rights
chair, Dr. Goings, Ray
Wood, president, and
Lunette Howell, freedom
fund event planner.
Bottom photo: Members of
the audience had a chance
to ask questions of Dr.
Goings following his talk.
BY Journal Staff Writer
Decades before many civil rights organizations gained national notoriety for achieving desegregation during the 1950’s and 60’s,
the Toledo chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People,
NAACP, had already accomplished many of
those feats during the 1920’s and 1930’s, according to Dr. Kenneth Goings, chairman of
the Department of African American and African Studies at Ohio State University. He spoke
at the 100 year celebration of the chartering
of the local NAACP on Saturday, February 22
in the McMaster Center of the Main Library in
downtown Toledo.
Dr. Goings explained to the audience that
See NAACP on page 10
Jack and Jill Jean Jam
‘party with a purpose’
Dean Smith’s
Pardon Letter for
Wilmington Ten
Revealed
See page 5
THE
TOLEDO JOURNAL
CVC AUDIT IS PENDING
The women of The Jack and Jill foundation
See article and more photos on page 6
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COMING EVENTS
Now - March 4
“Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War,” a traveling exhibition opening at the Owens Community College Toledo-area Terhune Art Gallery from Now- March
4th examines how President Lincoln used the Constitution to confront three intertwined crises of the Civil War—
the secession of Southern states, slavery and wartime
civil liberties. This exhibition develops a more complete
understanding of Abraham Lincoln as president and the
Civil War as the nation’s gravest constitutional crisis.For
more information, please contact the Terhune Gallery at
(567) 661-7081 for more information.
February 25-26
A Soul Food Dinner has been added to the Black
History Month festivities at Lourdes University.
Thursday, February 26 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the
Lourdes University Dining Room in Mother Adelaide Hall
at 6832 Convent Blvd., in Sylvania. Attendees can enjoy
a buffet for just $7.50 per person. The menu includes fried
chicken and fish, ribs, smothered pork chops, collard
greens, rice, okra, corn bread, potato salad and pound
cake. For more information contact Tonya Colbert, coordinator of the Lourdes University Office of Diversity and
February 25-28
Library celebrates America Saves Week
The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is proud to continue its Living Better, Spending Smarter ( http://
lbss.toledolibrary.org ) series during America Saves Week
(February 23-28). More info: www.americasaves.org or
Social media hashtag: #ASW2015 The Library has a
series of FREE programs this month to assist customers
who are making plans, setting goals and saving for the
future. Valuable information will be given on what to do if
you find yourself a victim of medical ID theft, and more.
February 25 – Waterville Branch, 800 Michigan Ave.,
Waterville, OH from 7-8 p.m. February 26—
Heatherdowns Branch, 3265 Glanzman Road from 6-7
p.m. Your Student Loan Debt—Finding Solutions. You will
have the opportunity to learn about different loan forgiveness programs available, and options you have if they
find you cannot afford your monthly loan payments. February 25—Point Place, 2727-117th St from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Live a lot better on a lot less money. Learn tips on cutting
your spending without cutting down on your life. February 28—Holland Branch, 1032 S. McCord Road from
10-11 a.m.
senting their student ID. The dates are February 28@
7p.m and March 1@ 2 p.m. Located at the Appold Planetarium are limited to 50 and often sell out. For more
information or to purchase tickets contact Dr. Laura
Megeath, Appold Planetarium Coordinator, email
HYPERLINK “mailto:[email protected]”
[email protected] or call at 419-517-8897. For a
list of current and upcoming shows, visit the Appold Planetarium online at HYPERLINK “http://www.lourdes.edu/
planetarium” www.lourdes.edu/planetarium.
March 7-8
St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church Annual Men’s Day
Weekend on March 7th, at 9:00 a.m. There will be an
Annual Prayer breakfast with Pastor Floyd Smith and the
Calvary Baptist Church being the guest. On March 8th at
10:45 a.m. will be our Annual Men’s Day with Rev. Aaron
Murray from Indiana Baptist Church. Come and join us in
this Worship experience. For more information call 419246-2886. Rev. James H. Willis, Sr. Senior Pastor. Thank
you in advance for your cooperation.
March 1
United Church of God Winterfest Blues
On March 1, 2015 United Church of God 701 Phillips
Ave., Toledo, OH 43612 we will be having our Winterfest
Blues Event from 12pm-3pm. Also before the event
church service will began at 10:00am, so we ask that
people come out and worship with us and then stay after
for this fun event which includes: Arts and Crafts, Games,
Food, Prizes, and most of all Fun for kids, teens, and
adults!!! The Winterfest Blues Event will be hosted by
Minister Ronsha Allison and her contact information is
419-810-6335 and email(s) is [email protected]
or [email protected]. Please contact her if you
have any further questions.
March 11
Lourdes University 2015 Power of the Pen Regional
Tournament on Wednesday, March 11 in the Franciscan
Center at 6832 Convent Blvd. in Sylvania. The event runs
from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The first round begins at 10:05
a.m. with two consecutive rounds following. At 2:30 p.m.
POP is a network that shares ideas and instructional
materials and provides quality tools and resources to identify, challenge and reward excellence. For more information on the Power of the Pen program, contact visit
www.powerofthepen.org. Lourdes University is a nationally accredited, veteran and transfer-friendly institution
offering a variety of student scholarships. Discover us
online at www.lourdes.edu or by phone at 419-885-3211.
March 2 - March 25
Toledo Zoo and Lucas County Public Library “Touch
Tank” Experiences Toledo-Lucas County Public Library
and the Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, offer continuing “sneak
peeks” of the new Aquarium through innovative traveling
touch tank programs at area libraries. These “Look! Touch!
Learn!” programs are free and open to the public, and
pre-registration is not required. The full program is available at toledolibrary.org, with upcoming March programs
scheduled for: Monday, March 2 from 3 – 5 p.m.- Sylvania
Branch Library, Saturday, March 7 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. West Toledo Branch Library, Monday, March 9 from 3:30
– 5:30 p.m.-Locke Branch Library, Tuesday, March
10 from 4 – 6 p.m.- Heatherdowns Branch Library
Friday, March 13 from 3 – 5 p.m.-Toledo Heights Branch
Library, Saturday, March 14 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.- Holland Branch Library, Tuesday, March 17 from 3 – 5 p.m.Lagrange Brach Library, Thursday, March 19 from 11
a.m. – 1 p.m.-Point Place Branch Library, Monday, March
23 from 6 – 8 p.m.- Mott Branch Library, Wednesday,
March 25 from 3 – 5 p.m.- South Branch Library
March 14
MINISTRY OF THE WATCHMAN EMPOWERMENT
MEETING SCHOOL OF THE PROPHETS FORMAT
Rev. Barbara Williamsis the Teacher. Saturday, 11 a.m.
The new location is 3613 Monroe St. 1-800-560-9240
www.ministryofthewatchman.com. Teaching you the Word
of God, and empowering you to do the Works of God.
School of the Prophets setting. Spirit-Filled, Non-Denominational, & Bible-based. No registration fee. Love offering taken. All welcome. Transportation available from
Cleveland & Detroit.
February 25
Lourdes Black History Celebration
Lourdes University is pleased to host its annual Celebration of Black History on Wednesday, February 25 from
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Franciscan Center of Lourdes
University in Sylvania. The lineup of performers and presenters includes: ALMA Drum and Dance Ensemble
Allison Kodeih, director; ALMA Dance Experience, and
Yaya Kabo, artistic director, ALMA Drum and Dance - The
Lourdes University Chorus and Good Company Ensemble, Karen T. Biscay, Director -Toledo Youth Choir,
Antoinette Goodloe, Director- Presentations and performances by Lourdes students and Bruce C. Carver, M.B.A.,
Lourdes Board of Trustees member and consultant with
Magellan and Associates Consulting in Indianapolis, IN.
Lourdes’ Celebration of Black History Month is free and
open to the public. For more information, please contact
Karen
T.
Biscay
at
419-824-3772
or
[email protected].
The Body of Christ Refuge Church Anniversary
The Body of Christ Refuge is Celebrating 14th Year
Church Anniversary Wednesday-Thursday March 4-6,
2015 at 7:00 pm nightly and Sunday March 8, 2015 at
11:00 am located at 711 Euclid Ave. Come join us and
help us celebrate the Faithfulness of God. Thank you
and please have a blessed day! Mary Ann.
February 26-March 19
Alzheimer’s Association Hosts Caregiver Support
Groups Thursday, Feb. 26 at 1 p.m. Parkcliffe Community, Building #2 @4226 Parkcliffe Lane Toledo, OH Facilitator: Chris Mills, 419.381.9447. Thursday, March 5 at
6:30 p.m. (for men only) Alzheimer’s Association 2500
North Reynolds Road, Facilitator: Bob Hausch For more
information, call 419.537.1999. Saturday, March 14 at
1:30 p.m. Scrambler Marie’s 570 Dussel Drive Maumee,
OH Facilitator: Kathi Allen and Sue Blevins, 419-385-3958.
Respite is available. Complimentary lunch is provided by
Foundation Park Alzheimer’s Care Center. Wednesday,
March 18 6 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association 2500 North
Reynolds Road. Facilitator: Beth Wong For more information, call 419.537.1999 Thursday, March 19 10 a.m.
Alzheimer’s Association 2500 North Reynolds Road Facilitator: Bob Hausch, 419-537-1999 Respite available,
call 419.537.1999
February 28
The Zula Patrol returns to Lourdes Planetarium
During a routine fossil-hunting expedition, The Zula Patrol turns up evidence that the villainous Deliria Delight
has been traveling back in time to Earth’s prehistoric past
and illegally dumping her company’s trash. Join Bula,
Gorga, Multo, Wizzy, Wigg and Zeeter as the Zula Patrol
blasts into the past to solve the mystery and save the
Earth from its toxic future. Admission is $5 for adults and
$4 for children under 12 and for Lourdes students pre-
February 28
Pancake Breakfast
United Christian Women holds all you
can eat Pancake Breakfast $7
Sat. Feb.28th 9 am - 12 noon
at Mt. Zion Church of Christ Holiness
1501 Western
Pastor Perry Waddell.
Come out and eat and fellowship with us.
Multicultural Services, at [email protected].
March 4
OWENS Community College Host Green Industry
Career and Job Fair on Wednesday, March 4. The Green
Industry Career and Job Fair will take place from 3-4:30
p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center
Rooms 125-127 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is
located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged
to attend. Owens students and area residents attending
the event are encouraged to bring several copies of their
resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any
impromptu interviews. Approximately 20 area employers
within such areas as landscape, golf course, small-scale
farm, gardens/arboretums and garden centers will be in
attendance. Employers will be looking to hire employees
for the up coming 2015 season. In addition, Owens will
have information available for individuals interested in pursuing a college education. For more information about
the Green Industry Career and Job Fair, call (567) 6617623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.
March 4-6
Body of Christ Refuge 14th Year Church Anniversary on Wednesday-Thursday March 4-6, 2015 7:00 pm
nightly and Sunday March 8, 2015 at 11:00 am Come
join us and help us celebrate the Faithfulness of God.
March 7
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Founder’s Day Observance at University of Toledo, Student Union (Ingman
Room) 12:00 noon luncheon, 1:00 p.m. Play - “I am Black
and Beautiful”. For ticket info. contact: Bessie 419-4800122, no later than March 3, 2015
March 31
LinkedIn Classes
The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library presents a series of classes about the professional networking tool
LinkedIn. The site allows individuals to build their professional identify online, discover professional opportunities
and new ventures, and to get the latest news, inspiration
and insight on powering your career. FREE class schedule below: Tuesday, March 31 7-8 p.m. Holland Branch,
1032 S. McCord Road. Monday, April 20 7-8 p.m. Sanger
Branch, 3030 W. Central Ave. Wednesday, May 13 7-8
p.m. Waterville Branch, 800 Michigan Ave. (Waterville,
OH). Rhonda B. Sewell, Library Media Relations Coordinator Toledo-Lucas County Public Library Marketing Department 325 Michigan St.Toledo, OH 43604. For more
information contact Rhonda at 419.259.5381 or
419.351.0721 [email protected].
Tax Season Is Here
Call today, Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union to schedule an appointment at (419) 255-8876 to get your taxes
filed for free. Appointments are limited. 1339 Dorrt Street,
Toledo, Oh 43607
From now through May 8th
The University of Toledo Catharine S. Eberly Center
For Women Life is But A Dream: The Catharine S. Eberly
Center for Women proudly hosts the artwork of Michelle
Coleman. Exhibit Gallery Hours: From now through - May
8. Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. An Artist Reception will be held Thursday, March 5, 5-7 p.m. Catharine
S. Eberly Center for Women. The University of Toledo,
Tucker Hall, Room 0168. This Artist Reception is a part
of Women’s History Month at The University of Toledo.
Light refreshments will be served. Parking is available in
area 13. For more information, call 419-530-8570 or visit
utoledo.edu/centers/eberly.
Girl Scout Cookies on Sale Now!
New this year, Rah Rah Raisins are hearty oatmeal cookies with plump raisins and Greekyogurt-flavored chunks.
The cookies are selling for $4 per box. As part of NaContinued on page 14
MoneyTalks
Page 4- The Toledo Journal, February 25, 2015 - March 3, 2015
Poverty Doesn’t have
to be a state of mind
By Julianne Malveaux
NNPA Columnist
The racial differential
in the poverty rate is staggering. Last time I
checked, about 12 percent people in the United
States, one in eight
people are poor. Depending on race and ethnicity,
however, poverty is differently experienced. Fewer
than one in 10 Whites are
poor; more than one in
four African Americans
and Latinos are poor.
Differences in occupation, income, employment and education are
considered the main reasons for poverty, with current and past discrimination playing a role in educational, employment
and occupational attainment. We see the discrimination when we consider that African American women with a doctoral degree have median
earnings of about $1,000
a week, compared to
about $1,200 a week for
Black men and White
women, and $1,600 a
week for White men.
White men earn 60 percent more than African
American women, and a
third more than Black
men and White women.
It would not take much
to recite the differences,
by race, or education, un-
employment, earnings
and occupation. The recurrent question in reviewing the data is: What are
we going to do? It makes
no sense to just recite the
data and then wring our
hands as if nothing can be
done. The three steps in
social change are organization (especially protest),
which leads to legislation
(with pressure) and litigation (when legislation is
not implemented).
Often laws preventing
discrimination have been
passed but not adhered
to, forcing litigation to get
offenders to do the right
thing. Of course, it takes
more than a minute. It
takes people who are
committed for the long
run. “The arc of the moral
universe is long, but it
bends toward justice,” Dr.
Martin Luther King said in
1964.
Carter
Godwin
Woodson understood the
long arc when he founded
the Journal of Negro History and the Association
for the Study of Negro Life
and History in 1915. The
organization and the journal have changed their
names to reflect the nomenclature of these times,
and they are now called
The Journal of African
American History and the
Association for the Study
of Negro Life and History.
Both the organization and
the journal have now existed for 100 years which
is perhaps why ASALH
chose “A Century of Black
Lives, History and Culture” as its 2015 theme.
(ASALH choose a Black
History Month theme
each year). This year,
their focus on the long arc
of African American life in
our nation and asserts
that “this transformation is
the result of effort, not
chance.”
Carter G. Woodson
made many choices that
led to his education and
to the creativity and brilliance that motivated him
to uplift Black History
through Negro History
Week, now Black History
Month. Woodson was the
son of former slaves, and
a family that was large
and poor. He worked as
a miner in West Virginia,
and attended school just
a few months a year. At
20, he started high school
and by 28 he had earned
his bachelor’s degree. He
was only the second African American to earn a
Ph.D. from Harvard
(W.E.B DuBois was the
first in 1895). He was a
member of the Howard
University faculty and was
later a dean.
He wrote, “If you can
control a man’s thinking
you do not have to worry
Airing Republicans’
“Dirty Laundry”
BUSINESS EXCHANGE
By William Reed
Dr. Julianne Malveaux
about his action. When
you determine what a
man shall think you do not
have to concern yourself
about what he will do. If
you make a man feel that
he is inferior, you do not
have to compel him to
accept an inferior status,
for he will seek it himself.
If you make a man think
that he is justly an outcast,
you do not have to order
him to the back door. He
will go without being told;
and if there is no back
door, his very nature will
demand one.”
In other words, poverty
can be the reality of living,
but it doesn’t have to be a
state of mind. Many are
trapped in poverty because that may be all they
know, and because protest, legislation, and litigation have not provided a
passage out of poverty.
No one provided a passage out of poverty for
Woodson. He worked as
a miner to earn a living,
and he transcended his
status as a miner to make
a life of embracing his
people and our history. He
wrote about the ways that
our thinking could oppress us as much as living conditions can. He is
a role model and example
for African Americans today because, motivated
by a desire to be educated, he fought his way
out of poverty. There is a
difference between thinking you can live like Carter
G. Woodson, and thinking
that you can’t. (CHECK
OUT www.ASALH.org for
more information on
Carter G. Woodson and
his organization.)
Julianne Malveaux is
an author and economist
based Washington, D.C.
Black History Brief
1986: A stamp of
Sojourner Truth is
issued by the U.S.
Postal Service..
No matter how much
American Blacks stay
away from the Republican
Party, now it seems that
Blacks in that party are
adopting “stay away”
piques in regards to each
other.
A
good
friend,
Raynard Jackson has
publicly aired his grievances with the Republican National Committee
(RNC) outreach staff and
their methods and practices. A well-respected
Black who happens to be
Republican, Jackson has
been purged by internal
factions in the party. It’s
regrettable that Raynard
will be “stay away” from
the Republicans’ Black
History Month Honors
Program he started. The
Black Press contributor
says Blacks on Reince
Priebus’ RNC staff “hijacked” a luncheon to recognize and pay homage
to African-American Republicans of iconic status
in racial advancement to
a lightweight affair with
little substance that will
have little reverberation in
Black communities.
Some Blacks may decry Raynard for airing the
party’s dirty laundry, but if
you look under the sheets
you’ll find that it’s RNC
leadership and their longstanding lack of acquaintanceship with Blacks.
The Republican Party
once enjoyed nearly
unanimous
support
among African American
voters; today, it hardly
maintains a foothold
among Blacks. The “dead
man walking” RNC surely
needs to institute substantive and race-conscious messaging that
convinces Black Americans that are benefits that
can accrue through joining their party. Few contemporary Republicans
nowadays engage in
showing Black Americans
how to benefit by being in
their party and pursuing
their policies. Democrats
serve Blacks poorly in
politics and/or economics,
yet Republicans make no
headway among them.
Could it be that the Re-
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publicans suffer from a
cultural bias and viewpoint both by its White
male leadership and
Blacks whose preference
for one culture that produces political ideology
and notions, like race,
power and inequality?
“Black Outreach” is not a
new experience to the
GOP; supposedly they’d
been doing it for decades.
As they experience loss
after loss at the polls, the
RNC persistently uses the
same political retreads to
position the party among
African-Americans.
But, the Republicans
have yet to clearly define
their brand and “what it is”
and “what it stands for.”
Black voters share far
more values with the Republican Party than they
realize, and are on the
same page on abortion,
gay marriage, Christian
values and supporting
entrepreneurs. Republican Party people have to
start working with Black
Americans and using conservative principles to address issues impacting
them nationally, and at local levels. Republicans
should help in our cities
and tackle issues among
Blacks that the Democrats have ignored for decades. Republicans can
help Blacks by introducing legislation advocating
minority business development and resources to
implement inner-city enterprise zones and microloan programs.
Priebus says his party
wants “to grow and expand with different communities and groups.” Actually, Republicans have
little time to lose to remain
relevant in politics. They
have to discard old practices and start to make
solid and lasting political
inroads among AfricanAmericans. If they are
going to target African
Americans, they should
speak out via Black
Pages. To do that will require they provide “a positive message for people
of color” clearly, and with
conviction. The Republicans
need
to
expand who they are talk
Continued on page 16
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Editorial/News
Exclusive: Dean Smith’s Pardon Letter
for Wilmington Ten Revealed
Former University of North Carolina basketball coach Dean Smith
By Cash Michaels
Special to the NNPA from The Carolinian Newspaper
This week, as the world mourns the passing of legendary UNC Tar Heel Head Basketball Coach Dean
Smith, he is being remembered as a trailblazer not only
for his championship winning hardwood strategy, but
also for standing strong for social justice, and against
racial discrimination.
“He pushed forward the Civil Rights movement, recruiting the first black scholarship athlete to North Carolina and helping to integrate a restaurant and a neighborhood in Chapel Hill,” said Pres. Barack Obama of
Smith in tribute.
But while many know of how Coach Smith recruited
Charlie Scott as the first African-American to play Atlantic Coast Conference basketball in the ‘60’s, and
how he supported former Chapel Hill Mayor Howard
Lee when the black man tried against all odds to purchase a home in an all-white Chapel Hill neighborhood,
it has never been revealed, until now, that Dean Smith
also tried to use his considerable influence with then
Gov. James B. Hunt in 1977 to secure pardons for ten
wrongly convicted civil rights activists known as “the
Wilmington Ten.”
In July 2013, while doing research for the documentary, “Pardons of Innocence: The Wilmington Ten”
at the NC Archives, a Carolinian reporter discovered a
previously unknown missive from Coach Smith to Gov.
Hunt. Dated July 25, 1977 on “University of North Carolina” letterhead from Smith’s “Basketball Office,” a copy
of the extraordinary letter was made for possible use
in the film. However it was never used in the production, so the letter copy was held until this week, after
Smith, at age 83, died at his home in Chapel Hill Saturday evening.
When Gov. Hunt first took office in 1977, the
Wilmington Ten – nine young black males and one
white female led by the fiery Rev. Benjamin Chavis –
had already been tried, convicted and sentenced to a
combined 282 years in prison in 1972. Defense attorneys were unsuccessful appealing those convictions
to state courts, and an appeal to the US Fourth Circuit
Court of Appeals was pending.
Upon taking office, Hunt indicated that he wanted
to review the historic case, and once all of the state
appeals ran out, he would step in if needed.
It was during this time that letters from literally all
over the country and the world began pouring in to
Gov. Hunt’s office, both pro and con.
One of them was from Dean Smith.
Addressed to “The Honorable James B. Hunt, Jr. –
Governor,” Coach Smith wrote:
“Lee Upperman, our former basketball manager and
now one of the attorneys for the Wilmington 10, has
allowed me to read the Petition for Pardon of these ten
people,” Coach Smith wrote to Hunt. “Without knowing the full details, other than what I have carefully examined in the Petition for Pardon, I would still urge you
as a citizen to truly pardon these ten who have already
served what many would consider a just sentence for
what they had been determined guilty.”
Smith continued, “Apparently there is no chance
for a new trial and for them to serve the number of
years given them in a rather strange way, would seem
to be excessive.”
Coach Smith concluded his letter to the governor
with, “As a citizen who supported you for Governor in
the November election, I would urge you to pardon the
Wilmington 10 if you do have that right.”
“Most sincerely, Dean E. Smith.” The coach signed
it simply “Dean.”
But the letter didn’t finish there.
In what apparently was Dean Smith’s handwriting,
he adds a postscript:
“Bob Seymour has provided me with some additional material on these 10 people which would lead
one to believe injustice was done.”
Smith then initialed the handwritten notation.
The significance of Smith’s July 1977 letter is the
fact that he marked the envelope “PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL” meaning that he wanted his request to be
seen, and considered, only by the governor, and not
be made public.
Given the raging national and worldwide controversy about the Wilmington Ten case, and how they
were falsely convicted for the arson destruction of a
white-owned grocery store in Wilmington during the
height of racial tensions there in February 1971, Smith
would have found himself in the crossfire between civil
rights and law enforcement groups who were bitterly
divided.
While African-Americans and white liberals would
have welcomed someone of Coach Smith’s stature and
high profile in support of their worldwide movement to
free the “freedom fighters” Wilmington Ten, Smith would
have been instantly vilified by members of the NC judiciary, North Carolina’s business community, and even
conservative US Sen. Jesse Helms – all of whom who
considered the Ten to be dangerous radicals – and
wrote numerous letters to Gov. Hunt opposing freeing
them.
His controversial involvement would have undoubtedly put an unwanted cloud over his basketball program at UNC if word ever leaked at that time, and his
judgement on race would have once again been questioned.
Because of a recent change in policy, letters sent
to the Governor’s Office of Executive Clemency in the
past ten years to be considered during pardons cases
are no longer considered public record, in an effort to
protect those who communicate with the governor, who
has the sole discretion in issuing pardons.
In the State Archives, an unsigned drafted letter
dated Sept. 1, 1977 apparently from Gov. James Hunt,
responds to Coach Smith, thanking him for his missive, and telling Smith that until all of the state courts
considering appeals in the case have decided, he will
abide by a policy of not stepping in.
“If, at some time in the future, we consider any action for any of the individuals involved, we will give
your thoughts due consideration,” wrote Hunt to Coach
Smith. “ I thank you for sharing your ideas with me on
this case.”
History shows that a few months later, on January
23, 1978, Gov. Hunt went on statewide television, and
announced that he would not pardon the Wilmington
Ten, but would reduce their harsh sentences. However
in December 1980, after all of them had been released
from prison, the US Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in
Virginia overturned the Wilmington Ten’s convictions
citing “gross prosecutorial misconduct,” and ordered
North Carolina to either drop the charges, or conduct
a new trial.
The state did nothing for 32 years, thus leaving the
Ten in legal limbo. Not until the National Newspaper
Publishers Association, led by the Wilmington
Journal, defense attorneys Irving Joyner and James
Ferguson, and the NCNAACP, mounted a successful
national campaign in 2012 to secure ten pardons of
innocence from then Gov. Beverly Perdue, were they
finally legally exonerated.
Calling the Ten victims of “naked racism” and “political prisoners,” Gov. Perdue said she granted the
pardons of innocence because she couldn’t find
any evidence of their guilt, but did agree with the US
Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals that prosecutors in the
case indeed broke the law in framing the ten activists.
Dean Smith was right in 1977 when he wrote, “…injustice was done.”
This week was the first time anyone associated with
the Wilmington Ten case were told or shown anything
about Coach Smith’s bid to gain their freedom.
After reading the letter, Rev. Dr. Benjamin Chavis,
now president of the National Newspaper Publishers
Association, said in an exclusive statement to The
Carolinian and Wilmington Journal newspapers, “Dean
Smith was a bold leader who stood for racial equality
when it was not the popular thing to do. Smith’s courage made him more than one of the greatest basketball coaches in the world. He triumphed off the court
as well and won progress for all humanity. Long live
the legacy and spirit of Dean Smith.”
Another Wilmington Ten member, Wayne Moore,
also paid tribute to the great coach and leader.
“I have known for a long time that Dean Smith was
not only a champion as a coach, but that he was also
a champion for social justice,” Moore, who now lives
in Michigan, wrote. “Being the first coach to grant a
scholarship to a black player at UNC at a point where
Jim Crow and Civil Rights were clashing on the doorsteps of justice, took a great deal of courage. There
were immediate calls for him to be fired, but he stood
his ground and went on to become one of the greatest
coaches in the history of basketball.”
“Still, his greatest legacy might rightfully be the pas-
Dean Smith
The state did nothing for 32 years, thus leaving
the Ten in legal limbo. Not until the National Newspaper Publishers Association, led by the Wilmington
Journal, defense attorneys Irving Joyner and James
Ferguson, and the NCNAACP, mounted a successful
national campaign in 2012 to secure ten pardons of
innocence from then Gov. Beverly Perdue, were they
finally legally exonerated.
sion he openly displayed for racial justice and equality. The fact that this letter is written on UNC stationery
is a testimony in and of itself to his bold approach he
often took.”
Attorney Irving Joyner, professor of law at North
Carolina Central University School of Law in Durham,
and one of the defense attorneys for the Wilmington
Ten, wrote, “I have always been an admirer of the courage that Dean Smith exhibited in his coaching and community affairs.”
“His decision to bring Charlie Scott from New York
to desegregate the UNC-Chapel Hill basketball team
changed the complexion of NCAA basketball at a time
that he was not forced to it. At the time, Dean Smith
knew that desegregating that basketball team and the
campus was the right thing to do. For him, it was a
matter of principle,” Prof. Irving wrote.
“Likewise, I treasure and appreciate his championing of the early efforts to pardon the Wilmington 10 in
1977 and since that time because he personally knew
that it was the right thing to do,” Joyner continued. “I
deeply regret that Governor Jim Hunt did not accept
his advice. Those and other equally courageous acts
endeared Smith to his community, his school, and to
the many people who were engaged in the struggle
for equal rights and racial justice.”
Prof. Joyner concluded, “We pray that these lessons of racial harmony and racial justice will serve as
an inspiration, and guide to others who find themselves
in positions of power and influence.”
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LifeStyles/Education
Delta Sorors Win Stepping for Scholarship
judges, and the cheers of the crowd were the women
of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.
“It feels wonderful winning the competition,” said
Jazmeika Spinks, recording secretary and pass chair
of social action for Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.
Ms. Spinks said it had been a challenge for her
and her sorority sisters to learn the steps, being that
many of them hadn’t stepped in years. But as time
progressed while practicing, she said it became a labor of love because, “The entire event was for a purpose.”
Keith McWhite, member of Iota Phi Theta, Inc. and
one of the judges explained why the women of Delta
Sigma Theta put on the best performance.
“Their routine was precise and they incorporated
the social issues that African Americans are facing in
society today,” he said.
Ms. Aaron said the deadline for the scholarship is
April 15. Any graduating females interested in applying can email her for more information at
See more photos and article on page 16
The women of Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. hold up their trophy after being named the winner of the event.
BY Journal Staff Writer
The individual calls of nine African American, graduate, Greek Fraternities and Sororities, known as “The
Divine Nine,” filled the theatre of Bowsher High School
on Saturday, February 21, for “Stepping for Scholarship,” hosted by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Each organization would perform a step show and
would be judged by a nine member panel; each judge
representing one of the competing organizations.
Performers were judged on originality, appearance,
Jack and Jill’s Jean Jam
creativity, crowd performance, and precision. Winning
organization received a trophy at the end of the night.
Jasmine Aaron, president of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. said, “We’re showing the community how the
‘Divine Nine,’ can come together for the purpose of
raising funds for a graduating high school female.”
“Many people may not have the money to attend
college, so every little bit of money raised tonight, goes
a long way at helping a first year college student,” Ms.
Aaron said.
The winning organization earning the scores of the
Left, Brian Kemp, “Dee Dee,” and Jeff McDonalds
enjoy socializing and the music of DJ Jay Roc.
Jammin for Jean Jam
BY JURRY TAALIB-DEEN
Journal Staff Writer
Professionals from all
walks of life attended the
sold out “Jean Jam” held
at St. Clement Hall, 2990
Tremainsville Rd., on Friday, February 20. The
Sixth annual “Jean Jam”
was sponsored by the local chapter of the Jack
and Jill Foundation.
“This is a party with a
purpose,” said Jovita
Robertson, vice president
of the organization. “Our
‘Jean Jam’ is a part of the
foundation that has built
our organization, which is
leadership, service and financial support to the children of the community.”
Three thousand dollars is
the targeted amount the
organization wants to
raise. Funds will go to the
local chapter of the Boys
and Girls Club, while a
portion goes to the national chapter of The Jack
and Jill Foundation.
Vallie Bowman-English, Toledo municipal
clerk of courts, attends the
event yearly. “I attend because I like supporting
such a wonderful organization that does so much
for our community.”
“I attend yearly because
I
enjoy
fellowshipping
with
people in the community
in a mature environment,”
said Ian English, judge,
Lucas County Common
Pleas Court.
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Health & Wellness
Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio is pleased to announce the addition
of Minority Breast Health Coordinator, Amber Currie, MPH, CHES
Special to The Toledo Journal
Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio is pleased to announce
the addition of Minority Breast Health Coordinator,
Amber Currie, MPH, CHES.
Currie previously served as a Health Education Volunteer for the Center for Health and Successful Living. As a native of Southfield, Michigan, she holds a
Master’s in Public Health from the University of Michigan-Flint and a Bachelor of Science from Grand Valley State University.
Currie will be responsible for the Mission for Minority Breast Health project, funded through a grant
that Komen Northwest Ohio was awarded through a
partnership with Walgreens. The project aims to improve breast health equity among African American
and Hispanic/Latina women in Allen, Erie and Lucas
Counties. The project is community-based, aimed at
building individual and community capacity through
outreach, education, social support, and advocacy.
“I’m so honored and excited to be working for Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio. As the Minority Breast
Health Coordinator, I will be able to address the breast
health disparities among African American and Hispanic/Latina women in Lucas, Allen, and Erie Counties by providing breast health/cancer education and
risk reduction education, as well as minority health outreach through the Mission for Minority Breast Health
project. I look forward to managing the project and
working with the African American and Hispanic/Latina
communities to improve breast health outcomes in
Lucas, Allen, and Erie Counties,” said Currie.
She currently resides in Maumee, Ohio with her
husband, Kevin.
ABOUT SUSAN G. KOMEN®
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than any other nonprofit while providing real-time help
to those facing the disease. Since its founding in 1994,
Komen Northwest Ohio has invested $12 million dollars in local breast health and breast cancer awareness projects in 24 counties in Northwest Ohio and
Southeast Michigan. Up to 75 percent of net proceeds
generated by the Affiliate stay in Northwest Ohio and
Southeast Michigan. The remaining income goes to
the national Susan G. Komen Grants Program to fund
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Questions about the Measles Controversy
By Bill Fletcher, Jr.
NNPA Columnist
I have to confess that I really cannot believe the
measles controversy. The issue of vaccinations had
been settled, at least so I thought, until I realized that
instead of science, there is an increased reliance on,
forgive me for this expression, “urban myths.”
I remember first encountering a major urban myth
in connection with the suggestion that there were/are
alligators in the New York City sewer system. Proponents of this myth were always so certain and so definitive that it seemed that there was little question as
to the validity of the story, i.e., that baby alligators had
been flushed down toilers and now haunted the sewer
system. There was only one problem: it was not true.
What I learned from this is that many people can
and will adopt a certain viewpoint irrespective of the
facts if it substantiates an opinion or fear that they have.
This seems to have become the case in the matter of
measles. The suggestion that the measles vaccination will result in autism has been repeated time and
again. Is it possible that there will be side effects with
the vaccination? There are possible side effects with
any vaccination, but the percentages are so infinitesimally small. Yet, if one wants to, one can worry about
this endlessly.
Yet, I will suggest something that is actually worth
worrying about and, yes, it is in connection with
measles and, no, it has nothing to do with a side-effect
of the vaccination: birth defects. People infected and
contagious with measles represent an immense dan-
ger to pregnant women. This is a fact and it has been
demonstrated. Women who contract the measles during pregnancy face the very real risk of their baby having birth defects.
It is for this reason that the current debate about
the measles vaccination is so myopic and wrongheaded. We should be more concerned about what
happens when an illness that is preventable is let loose
and its impact on vulnerable populations. This is not
mainly an issue of children catching the measles from
others, but rather its impact on others.
Let me tell you a story. At the age of 39, I contracted chicken pox. I had thought that I had had it as
a child. I may have had contact with it but I never had
a full blown case. When I got it, two weeks after my
then 4-year-old contracted it, I thought that I was going to die. The level of
pain, misery and weakness helped me to truly
understand why it can be
fatal for adults to contract
“childhood illnesses”.
When you are thinking
about the measles vaccination issue consider this
carefully. Think about the
vulnerable populations.
This is really not a personal decision, to be honest. This is a social decision, that is, the decision
of the individual potentially
has a far broader impact
than on one child or even
one family.
An embrace of myths
about the measles vaccination is really about
throwing the dice, with the
well-being of others at iss
u
e
.
Bill Fletcher, Jr. is the host
of The Global African on
Telesur-English. He is a
racial justice, labor and
global justice writer and
activist. Follow him on
Bill Fletcher Jr.
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Black History
Nina Mae McKinney first Black actor to sign a longterm contract with a major film studio
Mayme McKinney was left in the care of her aunt during the Great Migration when her parents headed to
New York to try and find work. While under the care of
her aunt she learned how to ride bikes, act, and dance.
By age 15, McKinney was heading to New York to become an actress, her new name: Nina Mae McKinney.
She debuted on Broadway in 1928 as a chorus line girl
in the musical Blackbirds, one of Broadway’s longest
running and most successful shows.
Nina Mae McKinney
Born in Lancaster, South Carolina in 1912, Nina
While performing in Blackbirds Nina caught the attention of director King Vidor, and he offered a lead
role in his 1929 production of the film Hallelujah, which
was one of the first all-black musicals backed by a major
studio. In 1931, Nina had a supporting role in Safe in
Hell as a waitress, in 1932 she was in Paris performing in cabarets. She performed in a production of
Chocolate and Cream in London the following year,
and did some work in Greece. In 1934 she had a role
in a film called Kentucky Minstrels, also in London, and
one of the first British films to prominently feature Black
actors. Nina ended up coming back to New York by
the end of 1934 because her mother was sick and since
she could not count on acting work, she organized a
swing band and began touring with them.
Nina received many accolades for her role as
“Chick” in the film Hallelujah, and this led to her signing a five-year contract with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
(MGM) studio. Signing this contract made Nina Mae
McKinney the first Black actor to sign a long-term conSee Nina on page 10
Ronnie Stallworth first Black
detective in the Colorado
Springs Police Department
By Kerry Lott
Toledo Journal Contributing Writer
The Ku Klux Klan (KKK) is a part of American history, however negative it may be. There are not many
Black people who can boast to foiling cross burnings,
or carrying around evidence of David Duke’s blundering, but Sergeant Ronnie Stallworth certainly can.
Ronnie Stallworth was recruited into an affirmative
Stallworth on page 16
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Black History
LIUNA LABORERS LOCAL 500: “The Key into the Middle
Class”David Fleetwood, Business Manager, explains
BY JURRY TAALIB-DEEN
Journal Staff Writer
“You can feed your family, pay your bills and still
have enough money at the end of the day to just simply enjoy it,” says David Fleetwood, Business Manager of Laborers’ Local 500 during an interview with
The Toledo Journal in his office on Friday, February
20. Local 500 has been a mainstay at 2270 Ashland
Avenue in central Toledo since 1974.
Mr. Fleetwood, a 25 year member of the union leads
an organization with currently over 1000 members that
have the working experience and exposure to over 70
different skill sets that make them very valuable in the
construction industry. Local 500 is one of 17 skilled
trade unions that cover jurisdictions in six counties.
He won an election and became the Business Manager in June of 2013. Since being in the position, Mr.
Fleetwood has been favorably welcomed by many local and state politicians because of his willingness to
support those that support the needs of his membership and others in the working middle class. Mr.
Fleetwood and Local 500 support candidates and/or
officials that are in touch with our communities and
demonstrate a willingness to support the people’s best
interests in spite of their political or popular beliefs.
Three agendas he plans on bringing into fruition
include, increasing membership to at least 2500
people, becoming more active and involved within the
community and increasing their involvement with our
political leadership in achieving goals of a healthier
community. “I want this union to become a 2500 member union,” Mr. Fleetwood said. “This union is a place
where people have avenues into jobs that pay well
above what many may be used to at just $10 per hour.
They can come here, learn and master a craft which
will then put them into a higher income bracket,” he
stated.
Mr. Fleetwood when speaking of the need to care
for community, candidly shared that prior to joining the
union over 25 years ago, he had spent time incarcerated. Therefore, he’s familiar with the obstacles faced
Mr. Fleetwood said. “This union is a
place where people have avenues into
jobs that pay well above what many may
be used to at just $10 per hour.
officials to make changes for the better,” Mr. Fleetwood
said.
“If a politician is on the fence about a particular
issue, a union such as ours with over 1000 members,
plus their spouses, families and friends can have a
tremendous voice. Most politicians understand that
unions are representative of a large constituent base
in our communities and represent a very diverse and
multicultural group of people. When it comes to the
rights and protection of workers’ families, unions should
always be a voice for them.”
Those interested in applying for an apprenticeship
can visit Laborers Local 500 at 2270 Ashland Ave or
call 419-243-3279.
David Fleetwood explains how Laborer’s Local 500
is the key for the common man to enter into a higher
income bracket.
by those being released from incarceration who want
to financially better their lives. He acknowledges that
the union is definitely a better way. “When someone
recommended that I learn a skill at the union, I began
putting in a good day’s worth of work. I felt good about
what I was doing, and when it was all said and done I
was able to pay my bills, send my kids to school and
had enough money left over to enjoy the fruits of my
labor. I made enough money through this union that I
wasn’t tempted to return to illegal activities,” This is
his desire and daily outreach to others.
He also took the time to dispute any doubt about
unions not being beneficial to workers. “If a union is
run correctly, it’s a voice for people who wouldn’t otherwise have a voice. A union is not one person, it’s a
group of people with one voice that can work with our
Black History Briefs
The pastry fork was invented by a black woman,
Ms. Anna M. Mangin.
1808:
Congress bans the slave trade.
1886:
Robert F. Flemming, Jr. patents a guitar.
Black American First:
February 18, 1688
The historic “Germantown Protest” denounced
slavery and the slave trade was the first formal
protest against slavery by organized white body in
English America made by Germantown (Pa.)
Quakers at monthly meeting.
Black History
Black History every Month at Jones
Leadership Academy
Nina Mae McKinney
Continued from page 8
contract with a major film studio. This was a significant marker for Nina, however, during her time with
MGM she was only in two notable films. She had a
lead role in Sanders of the River, which debuted in 1935
and allowed her to travel abroad to the UK. That year
she received the most prestigious film award at that
time, the annual gold medal, from the Institute of Amateur Cinematographers. Alfred Hitchcock was awarded
the gold medal the previous year.
She was also in the musical Reckless, the same
year, but only as the singing voice of Jean Harlow, this
project ending with MGM cutting a majority of Ms.
McKinney’s scenes. In spite of her talent and beauty,
there were not many opportunities for Nina due to film
production codes that allowed the studios to discriminate based on race, as well as producers being unwilling to glamorize a Black actress like they did her White
counterparts. In 1938, she was an undercover police
officer in Gang Smashers, and the film was a success.
After this film, Nina was not offered any major leading
roles and after continuous slights to her acting career,
Nina traveled back to Europe, continuing on with her
acting and dancing there, where she was able to find
satisfying and plentiful work.
Her performances in Europe earned her the title of
“The Black Garbo”, an honor at a time when Greta
The chess club at the new Jones Leadership Academy made the right moves this month as they moved
Black History Month from 28 days once a year to 365
days a year. In a 13 foot and growing wall mural, both
black and white pieces in the history of America found
their rightful places on the mural as the freedom riders, President Johnson and other Whites found their
places, not across from, but side by side of Dr. Martin
Luther King, Rosa Parks and other Blacks on the chess
board that made up the true colors of the races that
fought for freedom and equal rights for African Americans during the on going civil rights battle.
The ceremony to dedicate the mural was attended
by some of Toledo’s senior citizens, mostly from Scott
High School, that were there in the 60’s at the height
of the civil rights struggle. This group was invited by
Bill Decker of Decker Homes. The visiting seniors
bridged the gap between the old and the new struggles
for civil rights and recounted stories of those days while
building a bridge between the past and the new
struggles that today’s youth still faces.
TPS Superintendent Dr. Durant eloquently and
strongly explained the value of the Black History mural
and learned first hand what the students in the chess
club were learning about the history of those who often gave their lives so that children of today had a fighting chance for a better life.
Chess club member, Brictoria Mocabbee proudly
displayed her response letter and pictures from First
Lady Michelle Obama who responded to her desire to
have more books for the Jones Leadership Academy
school library.
NAACP
the Toledo Chapter, which was considered by many
people throughout the country to be very radical, was
the third chapter chartered in the country, and that Mayor
Brand Whitlock, along with Ida B. Wells, WEB Dubois,
and others, was one of the founding members of the
oldest civil rights organization in the country.
Throughout his talk, he pointed to the close relationship with the local and national chapters, and the
accomplishments of the local chapter of the NAACP.
Two accomplishments the local chapter was sucGarbo, who worked for MGM as well, was a dominant
name and face in Hollywood. Nina’s beauty, and talent
made her a big success in Europe, appearing both in
films and on stage. World War II put a halt to her EuroContinued on page 16
left to right: Whitney Hughes, Nyairra Coltrane,
Brictoria Moccabee, Dr. Romulus Durant, Toledo
Public School Superintendent, Ylisia Crawford and
Alexandra Robinson.
It was a good day.
cessful at achieving included stopping a movie entitled,
the “N” word from showing in Toledo, and getting the
Toledo Blade to stop using the word “negress,” in its
articles.
Dr. Goings continued to point out the success stories of the local chapter that was amongst the first in
the country, including helping to desegregate many
businesses and schools during the 1920’s and 1930’s,
a feat that, on a national level, wouldn’t be obtained be
many cities until two or three decades later.
But perhaps one of the biggest accomplishments
gained by the NAACP, with the local chapter strongly
involved, was getting the appointment of Judge John
Parker by then, President Herbert Hoover, to be denied for the position of Supreme Court Justice, by the
United States Senate; something that had only been
achieved three other times prior. The NAACP’s success came from a massive letter writing campaign sent
to each chapters Senator in their particular area.
During the 1920s and 1930s, African Americans had
begun migrating from the south, to the north in large
numbers, many resided in congressional districts of their
senators. The members of the NAACP threaten to cast
their votes for someone else if Judge Parker was approved for appointment. This letter writing campaign
originated because of Judge Parker’s strong racist
views.
Following the talk, Dr. Goings took questions from
the audience. One question was, “Should we change
the name, or remove the word colored from the
NAACP?”
Dr. Goings responded by saying no, the name
shouldn’t be changed nor should the word colored be
removed. His explanation was the word colored signified a type of historical fact of the time, and that the
word colored, was actually advancement from what African Americans were typically called. He said removing the word colored would be tampering with history.
Another question posed came from Shalayna
Johnson, one of the young people in the audience. “How
can I get involved in the local chapter of the NAACP?”
Dr. Going’s asked if Ray Wood, president of the local chapter of the NAACP, would like to answer the
question.
Mr. Wood stood from where he was sitting and
turned and addressed Ms. Johnson. He said the chapter would be glad to have her become a part of the
organization and her eagerness to get involved would
be much appreciated.
Ms. Johnson would later tell The Toledo Journal that
she was unaware that a local chapter existed. “Now
that I know there’s a chapter here, I plan on getting
involved because I want to help the community and
the children in the community,” she said.
The event was sponsored by the History Committee of the Main Branch Library; Donna Christian, chair.
Religion & Family
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Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church Couples
Fellowship enjoy a ‘night to remember’
special to The Journal
Valentine’s evening was special for the Indiana Avenue Misssionary Baptist Church Couples Fellowship.
It was a ‘night to remember’ for those who attended
the formal dinner, and marriage presentation held at
the Ramada Inn on Secor Rd. in Toledo.
Under the leadership of Rev. Dr. J.E. Roberts, pastor of Indiana, 601 Indiana Avenue, Leroy and Joray
Bates, church members, organized the event.
As a formal affair, it was founded by Pastor Roberts
and the Bates for couples ranging from newlyweds to
those who had been married for 50 years or more.
The evening started off with a meet and greet and
there was an opportunity to pose for a ‘moment to remember’ photo.
After the dinner there was a presentation by guest
speakers Minister Alvin Sims and his wife, Cynthia Sims
from Detroit, MI.
Minister Sims has his masters in social work from
Wayne State University. Ms. Sims is licensed in social
work and therapy.
They spoke on how your childhood could have an
effect on your life as an adult and how that may reflect
your marriage. Also, they gave insight on how to
strengthen your marriage.
There is a couples’ fellowship once a month held at
Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. If you are
interested, please contact the church for more information 419-246-3850.
Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Bates, organizers
and founders
Minister Sims and wife Cynthia
guest speakers
Mr. Derryck and Myra Gilbaldi
THE RELIGION CORNER:
Black History Month — A True Supreme Court Story
By Lyndia Grant
Special to the NNPA from The Washington Informer
day, I’m going to own every bit of it!”
Pappy was still in the early years of ‘so-called freedom,’ when education wasn’t offered to little black boys
and girls on an equal basis. Pappy finished in a church
that was a school by day and it was a church on Sundays. It only went as far as the sixth grade, but he
graduated, and was considered educated.
When he was finally old enough, he began to work
as a farm hand, always observing everything his overseers did; his mental picture very clear. He made a
choice to watch how successful people lived, for he
knew someday he could live that way, as well. He knew
he would be the owner of his very own farm.
For the next 30 years, Hill worked on several farms,
continued to save, work and learn, until one day, he
got the opportunity to buy the farm he always wanted.
Attorney Watt Lero took him to an auction and purchased the farm for him; and without delay, he sold
the farm to Hill.
Though he was able to purchase the farm, with the
help of his attorney, Watt Lero, Hill had a big fight on
his hands. Once the white family discovered a black
man purchased their farm, they became determined
to get it back. However, his able-bodied, white attorney helped him during this period in history, all the way
through the Supreme Court. It worked!
What an exciting, true story! It is a lesson in the
way to have and use ‘Faith!’ It says so in 2nd
Corinthians 5:7, “For we walk by faith, not by sight!’
Lyndia Grant is an author, inspirational and motiva-
Floyd Hill was a young boy who grew up in rural
North Carolina. He dreamed that one day he would
own a very large farm.
Hill was born in 1907. He disregarded the extreme
racism that existed in the South, and he refused to
allow it to kill his dream. At age 36, his dream came
true when he purchased 227.2 acres of farmland that
was repossessed from a white family during the Great
Depression.
In 1943, Hill went back-and-forth to court, fighting
for the land he believed was rightfully his. The Ku Klux
Klan burned crosses on his lawn, his family was terrorized, but young Hill kept fighting.
His fight went all the way to the Supreme Court,
which ruled in his favor in 1945, [“DeBruhl vs. L. Harvey
& Son Company, U.S. Library of Congress]. The facts
in the case documented the judge’s declaration that
no living DeBruhl or any unborn DeBruhls could ever
again file suit for possession of the Hill Farm.
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Ask Alma
Wife’s Spending Out
of Control
By Alma Gill
NNPA Columnist
Dear Alma,
I love my wife and we
have a great marriage.
She’s beautiful, funny,
spontaneous and easy to
get along with. I can
handle her good and her
bad except for one thing.
She spends like crazy!
Her clothes fill up two
closets in our home and
extends to the basement,
depending on the season.
She has shoes she’s
never worn and clothes
that still have the tags on
them. At some point we
need to save towards our
retirement and other obli-
gations. I’m tired of living
paycheck to paycheck to
vacation back to paycheck. I’ve talked to her
about it and she promised
she’d stop her outrageous spending, but
lately I’ve found bags of
clothes in the guest room
closet and the trunk of her
car. Obviously, she’s still
spending. I can also see
the charges that continue
to pop up on our credit
card statement. I can’t
believe she’s trying to
hide what she’s buying
now. How can I insist that
she stop spending short
of threatening a divorce?
I love my wife and I don’t
want a divorce, be we
Your Horoscope
Aries
With Venus and Mars
now in your sign, it is all
about relationships, and
you are infused with dynamism and confidence.
People in positions of authority are all for the new
initiatives you are taking,
and long-term prospects
are excellent. Intellectually this is a wonderful
time for study and plans
for the future, and you
and a partner may be inspired by a shared goal.
All sorts of creative ventures, including family
planning, are favored, finances look good, and
travel can also be on the
agenda. You have got
everything going for you,
and if anything gets in
your way, you blast a path
through.
Taurus
The recent conjunction of your sign ruler Venus and its partner planet
Mars suggests that romantic and spiritual
trends are being finetuned and that a deep
bond is being forged,
which can have lasting
results. Although you may
prefer to keep yourself to
yourself at the moment, or
isolate yourself with a
loved one, professional
trends are promising and
you can expect financial
backing too. At the same
time you may find yourself
getting caught up in
events that you are in no
position to influence,
which can increase anxiety levels. All the same,
long-term prospects are
excellent.
Gemini
It feels as if you are
moving into the home
straight right now, and after a lot of hard work and
considerable delays re-
garding your plans for
change in the future, nothing now stands in your
way. By the end of the
week you will be able to
implement long-awaiting
new ideas that can
change the direction and
structure of your social
life. A partner may have a
different approach, or
there could be something
else that divides you at the
weekend, but you are in a
sense united by a vision,
which is shared by the
extraordinary people who
form part of your group affiliations.
Cancer
On the career front exciting new individuals appear on the scene with an
agenda for change. New
initiatives are sure to
shake things up in the
near future, and it is important to align yourself
with the expansive if
rather risky moves that
have to be taken. On a
more personal note, this is
a time when you are
searching for meaning
and content in your life
over and above work and
ambitions. Dealing with
other people in your working environment is a perpetual challenge at the
moment, and you need a
lot of patience. Perhaps it
is all about being better organized.
Leo
With the conjunction of
the Sun with foggy Neptune in your solar eighth
house of sharing, the focus right now is on how
little control you feel you
have over finances on the
one hand, and emotional
relationships on the other.
People you deal with whether it is a lover or a
child – tend to be unhappy
about something, and you
can’t go on this way. Any
s u g g e s t i o n s ?
Name
withheld
For the Love of Money ~
you know I’m pattin’ my
feet humming the O’Jays,
right! It’s helping me get
my mind fixed and ready
to answer your question,
LOL. Some say it’s the
root of all evil, money that
is, I’m not sure if I agree.
I think people are the root
of all evil and money is an
accessory. What I also
know foshow is, couples
have a hard time collaborating when it comes to
money…. and sex….sex
and money, Honey, the
more you get the more
you want, that’s what a
may be at a loss as to how
to help. Just listening
makes all the difference –
you don’t actually have to
do anything. You may feel
as if you are invisible or
ignored, but you are not;
in actual fact a whole
range of creative opportunities are opening up.
Virgo
A Sun/Neptune conjunction in your partnership area can put some
focus on relationships
with people who are
struggling with a situation
they are unable to master.
Perhaps there is a family
challenge that is difficult to
resolve. However, for you
things seem to be moving
in the right direction, especially at work, where innovative ideas are gathering steam, and you are
finally able to come out
with an idea or project.
This may put you at odds
with a partner who sees
things from the opposite
point of view, but you can
definitely agree about the
major direction to take.
Libra
With the conjunction of
those two lovers, Mars
and Venus, in your solar
house of partnership, the
focus is on love, passion,
meetings and romance. At
the same time there are
indications that a sensible
approach gives permanence to relationships
right now, bringing success. Communication
ventures, studies and
education are favored and
it is an ideal time to work
with someone who takes
the initiative. Don’t get
ahead of yourself or rush
into situations you don’t
have control of, if possible. At the same time
you have to work to liberate yourself from the past,
if you want a new future.
Scorpio
The conjunction of Venus and Mars as the week
preacher once told me.
But I digress, LMBO.
An addiction to spending
is a tough place to be. If
she’s hiding bags as you
say, I see it safe to assume, she’s lost control or
she thinks you really don’t
mind her spending.
The two of you obviously need to start a
household budget. You
also need to discuss who
will oversee it and how it
will be determined. Will
you put everything in one
account, or will you opt for
a mine-yours and ours
bundle? There is no right
or wrong way to do it. As
long as you’re in agreement on what’s best for
the two of you. Also agree
to allow for spending
money and you both have
to stay within those allocated funds. That part requires a commitment, a
bond of trust that can’t be
broken.
It won’t be easy, you
two need a serious sit
down. Lay all your facts
and concerns on the
table. This is not a scolding regarding her spending, but a joint discussion
about your future. Figure
out and be honest where
she lands between overspending and compulsion.
If
she’s
a
shopaholic, please, seek
professional help. If she’s
overspending because
she thinks you guys have
money to burn, it’s time to
come up with a financial
strategy.
There’s an amazingly
thorough money management column, written by
Rodney Brooks for USA
Today. He also has a book
on Amazon titled, Is a Million Dollars Enough? It
would benefit you guys to
check it out. Again, agree
to write down your financial goals and commit to
them. I love that you
stressed the love you
have for your wife. Take
a lesson from Rodney
Alma Gill
and learn new ways and
methods, together, on
how to manage your
money. Good luck!
Alma
Alma Gill’s newsroom
experience spans more
than 25 years, including
various roles at USA Today, Newsday and the
Washington Post. Email
questions
to:
[email protected].
Follow her on Facebook
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Ask Dr. Sam
Make your name count
ATTENTION
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I am so excited to announce my new radio
show called “The Script
with Dr. Sam” where I will
be giving prescriptions for
your heart, soul, relationships, money, business
and entertainment. My
Distance Kin and I will be
having fun and chopping
it up about everyday
events. Also, I will be interviewing celebrity guest.
The first show will debut
on March 8, 2015 at
11:00am-12:00pm on
1470am Cumulus Broadcasting 419-725-5771.
Commentary:
Every time you wake
up make it count. Every
time you get up make it
count, and every day that
you are prayed up make
it count. It’s time to make
a move, get off your feet,
stand up and fight, don’t
be denied of your opportunity for greatness. Today is about you and only
you. I want to encourage
you to do everything in
your power to win in life,
health and money.
Question 1)
Dear Dr. Sam, how
can I become better at being me? (30, Tasha)
Answer
Tasha, you have to put
yourself first, take care of
your spirit, mind, money
and health. It takes one
day at a time to be the
best you all the time. Become an expert at being
you by reading, listening
and learning to what
makes you better. Tasha,
keep moving forward and
keep up the good work.
Question 2)
Dear Dr. Sam, how do
I know how to make my
life count? (37, Juan)
Answer)
Juan, it all starts from
how bad do you want
your life to count. What
price are you willing to
pay for greatness. Do
something meaningful
where you feel you have
purpose. Do your best all
the time with a goal in
mind. Juan, you’re already on course keep the
faith and don’t ever give
up.
Question of the Day:
What was the name of
the family on the sitcom
“Goodtime?”
a) Johnson
b) Evans
starts, in a harmonious relationship with Saturn,
points to excellent developments in your working
environment, perhaps because you can now take
the lead in an initiative,
and because you have a
loyal follower who has
your interests at heart.
This promises success organizationally and financially. The weeks ahead
bring the opportunity for
expansion into unconven-
tional areas. As far as
possible keep tags on colleagues who may be
over-eager. You don’t
want them to throw the
baby out with the
bathwater.
Sagittarius
A Mars/Venus conjunction in your solar fifth
house of creativity, kids
and romance, is sure to
light a fire under your love
life as the week begins,
and for the free of heart a
Dr. Samuel L. Mallette III
www.sammallette.com
c) Smith
d) Williams
For answers to “Ask
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and responses go to
www.sammallette.com
check out my site for everything from new updates, consulting, relationships, business, sex,
manhood, empowering
women, and health/
wellness just to name a
few. I am hosting the national show “TCT Alive”
and co-hosting the show
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passionate and exciting
time is sure to begin.
Projects started, romantic
dates embarked upon,
and the agenda of children, all these things are
is a growth phase with a
great chance of establishing permanent foundations. The weekend also
brings an important contact or communication
that has been months in
Horoscopes on page 14
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NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION
Metroparks of the Toledo Area has openings for seasonal Natural Resources Conservation Assistants.
Must be 18 or older with HS equivalent and driver’s
license. $9.50/hr. after 30 days. Some training or
coursework in environmental sciences or natural resources management and outdoor work experience
with natural systems, forestry or horticulture preferred.
Apply online at www.MetroparksToledo.com by February 25th.
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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
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Metroparks of the Toledo Area is looking for qualified individuals to deliver educational programs at
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$9.23/hr. Go to
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NATURE AND OUTDOOR SKILLS
INTEPRETERS
Metroparks of the Toledo Area is looking for qualified
individuals to deliver nature and outdoor recreation
programming at Wildwood and Oak Openings parks.
Must have completed sophomore year towards college degree in environmental science, biology, education, outdoor recreation or related college program,
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With a commitment to improving the human condition, The University of Toledo and University Medical Center are seeking qualified candidates for the
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RENTAL COORDINATOR
Metroparks of the Toledo Area has openings for a
Rental Coordinator at Wildwood Manor House. Must
be 18 or older with HS equivalent and driver’s license. $10.15/hr. Some training or course work in
administration, business, marketing, communication
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Responsibilities include providing accounting services
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Question:
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Answer:
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If you are the victim of identity theft, you should
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company you contact is required to contact the other
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• Equifax, 1-800-525-6285;
• Trans Union, 1-800-680-7289; or
• Experian, 1-888-397-3742.
2. Review your credit report for inquiries from companies you have not contacted, accounts you did not
open, and debts on your accounts you cannot explain;
3. Close any accounts you know, or believe, have
been tampered with or opened fraudulently;
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Question:
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velops, and by the weekend there are radical new
influences in your life. A close partnership or cooperation with someone who wants to be with you is a feature of this change. The weekend brings radical initiatives when you have the desire to initiate new habits
and routines. This is sure to affect your working life in
the weeks to come because you feel a restless need
for change. Basically you want to run the show, and
you want to choose who you are with and how much
space and freedom you need.
Sagittarius
As the week starts you have the sense that there is
progress on many fronts. It is an excellent time for study,
networking and organizing travel and connections – areas that will bring structure and benefits to your life.
Also, the coming weekend brings enjoyable new trends
in connection with love and creativity, and it is a time
when you meet a lot of people who have a simple philosophy of life – they want to enjoy themselves. This
corresponds with your beliefs, and you are sure to have
some good times in the weeks to come. For the
Sagittarian looking for romance: you cannot fail to find
it if you take an initiative.
Capricorn
Early in the week is an excellent time for making
connections with people whose ideas, especially concerned with the arts and creativity, turn you on. You
can discover love in the most surprising places at this
time. Monday and Tuesday are also excellent days for
seeking and implementing financial advice. At the weekend Mars and Venus make a rare conjunction which
has an influence on your domestic life, and perhaps
you can expect some dynamic young people to enter
your home. This is a rather romantic influence and very
harmonious for you, so if you are in the mood for a new
commitment, why not?
Aquarius
With the moon conjoining Mercury in your sign as
the week starts, you continue an excellent trend of
learning and social contact which is enriching your life
at the moment. Nurturing a special friendship is what it
is all about. Dynamic new trends are on the way at the
weekend, and this is a brilliant time for going on a trip
or embarking on a radical new educational process. It
is a time when you are deeply involved in the relationships of your friends or siblings, and happy news is on
the way. Partners may worry about money, but there is
probably no reason to.
Pisces
During the course of this week, both Mars and Venus leave your sign, which suggests that some complex relationships gain more clarity. A new emphasis
on practicalities captures your attention, especially as
regards new resources that can become available, depending on certain conditions. The weeks ahead indicate financial restructuring but also long-term economic
growth and new assets that will be made available to
you, helping you succeed in a long-term work project.
With the sun entering your sign at the weekend, you
are prepared to invest your whole identity into achieving a goal.
The Toledo Journal, February 18, 2015 - February 24, 2015 - Page
15
Auto/Sports
Jackie Robinson West Little League Team Is
Stripped of Its Championship Titles
Team manager also suspended
By Frederick H. Lowe
Little League International announced Wednesday
that it stripped the all-black Jackie Robinson West Little
League Team of its championship titles for rule violations, which included placing players on the team who
did not qualify because they lived outside the team’s
geographic boundaries.
Jackie Robinson West Allstars Little League Team
had its titles stripped away on Wednesday for league
violations.
The League also suspended Darold Butler, the team
manager, from Little League activity and Michael Kelly,
Illinois District administrator, has been removed from
his position, the League office said in a statement published on Facebook.
The team has been placed on probation with its
tournament privileges suspended until new leadership
in the positions of president, Anne Haley, and treasurer,
Bill Haley, have been replaced or appointed and that
the league is fully compliant with Little League International Regulations, League officials said.
The Jackie Robinson League was the 2014 winner
of the Great Lakes Regional and the United States
Championships, but the team from Chicago’s South
Side lost the World Series to a team from Seoul, Korea.
The city of Chicago gave the team a heroes’ welcome with a parade and a rally in Grant Park. The team
also posed with President Barack Obama and First
Lady Michelle Obama in the Oval Office.
Soon after these celebratory events took place,
there were rumors that the team’s coaches had
cheated.
“Little League International used a falsified boundary map for their 2014 tournament, and Jackie
Robinson West Little League officials met with other
leagues in Illinois District 4 to try to get the territory
they wrongfully claimed was theirs for their 2014 tournament. The decision is based on falsified documents
and illegally expanded boundaries that included residences that would verify the players’ eligibility,” League
officials said.
“By default, the 2014 championships vacated by
Jackie Robinson West Little League will be given to
other finalists in those games, with Mountain Ridge
Little League of Las Vegas, Nevada, being handed the
2014 United States Little League Baseball World Series Championship. New Albany (Ind.) Little League
Coming Events
February 25
Lourdes Black History ALMA Drum and
Dance Ensemble
Lourdes University is pleased to host its annual
Celebration of Black History on Wednesday, February
25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Franciscan Center of
Lourdes University in Sylvania. The lineup of performers and presenters includes: ALMA Drum and Dance
Ensemble Allison Kodeih, director; ALMA Dance Experience, and Yaya Kabo, artistic director, ALMA Drum
and Dance - The Lourdes University Chorus and Good
Company Ensemble, Karen T. Biscay, Director -Toledo
Youth Choir, Antoinette Goodloe, Director- Presentations and performances by Lourdes students and Bruce
C. Carver, M.B.A., Lourdes Board of Trustees member and consultant with Magellan and Associates Consulting in Indianapolis, IN. Lourdes’ Celebration of Black
History Month is free and open to the public. For more
information, please contact Karen T. Biscay at 419824-3772 or [email protected].
February 28
The Zula Patrol returns to Lourdes Planetarium
During a routine fossil-hunting expedition, The Zula
Patrol turns up evidence that the villainous Deliria
Delight has been traveling back in time to Earth’s prehistoric past and illegally dumping her company’s trash.
Join Bula, Gorga, Multo, Wizzy, Wigg and Zeeter as
the Zula Patrol blasts into the past to solve the mystery and save the Earth from its toxic future. Admission is $5 for adults and $4 for children under 12 and
All-black Jackie Robinson West Little League Team 2014 winner of the Great Lakes Regional and the United
States Championships
Great Lakes Regional Little League Baseball Championship and Tri-Cities Little League in West Dundee,
IL. will be given the 2014 Illinois State Little League
Baseball Championship.
Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., head of Chicago-based
Operation PUSH, called the decision unfair and said
the Little League should restore the title or face a lawsuit.
This is not the first time adults have fouled a sport
for kids. In 1973, following the 36th All-American Soap
Box Derby in Akron, Ohio, Jimmy Gronen, 14, was
stripped of his championship title after race officials
found he planted an electromagnet in the nose of his
car that gave it a boost over competitors at the steel
starting gate.
Gronen installed the device at the urging of his uncle
Robert Lange, a ski boot manufacturer. Gronen lost
his $7,500 college scholarship and he was ordered to
return his championship trophy and the silk jacket he
received as champion. Instead, Gronen destroyed the
trophy and gave away the jacket.
for Lourdes students presenting their student ID. The
dates are February 28@ 7p.m and March 1@ 2 p.m.
Located at the Appold Planetarium are limited to 50
and often sell out. For more information or to purchase
tickets contact Dr. Laura Megeath, Appold Planetarium
Coordinator, [email protected] or call at 419517-8897. For a list of current and upcoming shows,
visit the Appold Planetarium online at
”
www.lourdes.edu/planetarium.
ter at 6832 Convent Blvd. in Sylvania. The event runs
from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The first round begins at
10:05 a.m. with two consecutive rounds following. At
2:30 p.m. POP is a network that shares ideas and
instructional materials and provides quality tools and
resources to identify, challenge and reward excellence.
For more information on the Power of the Pen program,
contact visit www.powerofthepen.org . Lourdes University is a nationally accredited, veteran and transferfriendly institution offering a variety of student scholarships. Discover us online at www.lourdes.edu or by
phone at 419-885-3211.
March 7-8
Annual Men’s Day
Annual Men’s Day St. Paul Missionary Baptist
Church will hold it’s Annual Men’s Day weekend on
March 7 & 8, 2015. March 7th, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. will
be our Annual Prayer breakfast with Pastor Floyd
Smith and the Calvary Baptist Church being our guest.
March 8th 2015 at 10:45 a.m. will be our Annual Men’s
Day with Rev. Aaron Murray from Indiana Baptist
Church. Come and join us in this Worship experience.
For more information call 419-246-2886. Rev. James
H. Willis, Sr. Senior Pastor. Thank you in advance for
your cooperation.
March 9
Toledo School For The Arts Guitar Studio
Concert
The Toledo School For The Arts is having a Guitar
Studio Concert Monday, March 9 In the Attic Theater
Adult $6, Student/Senior $4 presented by Dickinson
Wright.
March 11
2015 Power of the Pen Regional Tournament
Lourdes University is pleased to host the fifth annual 2015 Power of the Pen (POP) Regional Tournament on Wednesday, March 11 in the Franciscan Cen-
LinkedIn Classes
The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library presents
a series of classes about the professional networking
tool LinkedIn. The site allows individuals to build their
professional identify online, discover professional opportunities and new ventures, and to get the latest
news, inspiration and insight on powering your career.
FREE class schedule below: Tuesday, March 31 7-8
p.m. Holland Branch, 1032 S. McCord Road. Monday,
April 20 7-8 p.m. Sanger Branch, 3030 W. Central Ave.
Wednesday, May 13 7-8 p.m. Waterville Branch, 800
Michigan Ave. (Waterville, OH). Rhonda B. Sewell, Library Media Relations Coordinator Toledo-Lucas
County Public Library Marketing Department 325 Michigan St. Toledo, OH 43604. For more information contact Rhonda at 419.259.5381 or 419.351.0721
[email protected].
FREE HELP FILING YOUR TAXES
The Legal Aid of Western Ohio, Inc. (LAWO) Mobile Benefit Bank will be assisting Lucas, Wood, Fulton,
and Ottawa county residents with the filing of their taxes
continued on page 16
THE TOLEDO JOURNAL
Stepping for Scholarships
The women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Sitting left are Pasha Carter, step
master of the event and Jasmine Aaron, president.
The men of Kappa Alpha Psi didn’t hesitate to replicate moves from their
undergraduate years
[email protected].
Participating organizations included Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Sigma
Gamma Rho, Phi Beta Sigma, alpha Phi Alpha, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma
Theta, Iota Phi Theta and Zeta Phi Beta.
“Dirty Laundry”
Stallworth went undercover
ing to in communities of color. Elitist GOPers aren’t
welcome among African Americans and suffer from
denial and self-reinforcing image problems that makes
them, and their party, inhospitable to people of color.
Jackson’s “honors” event was substantive for people
who did things for, and within, Black communities. The
RNC has to communicate in the right way to the right
people. To this point, the RNC has ignored Black newspaper in getting their message out. Priebus and a
company of advisors would do well starting conversations with Black publishers that really reach Black voters.
It’s a shame Priebus & Company can’t see the
subtle and substantive differences in Jackson’s program designs and those that the RNC has used over
the decades. When it comes to Black outreach, RNC
leadership continues with what they’ve been doing to
get the results they’ve been getting. White or Black,
the current crops of Republicans don’t go out, nor know
how, to compete for African-American votes.
William Reed is publisher of “Who’s Who in Black
Corporate America” and available for projects via
[email protected].
Nina
Europe, appearing
both in films and on
stage. World War II put a
halt to her European tour,
and when Germany invaded Poland in 1939,
Ms. Nina Mae McKinney
returned to the United
States. One of her next
film projects would be
The Devil’s Daughter
which premiered in 1939,
where she played an evil
half-sister. This would be
one of her last leading
roles until Pinky in 1949.
Most of the American film
slots she occupied placed
her in servitude, one being Together Again in
1944 as an unnamed
maid and Dark Waters
,also in 1944, where she
played a servant named
Florella.
Ms.
Nina
Mae
McKinney relocated to
Athens Greece after
1945, not returning to
America again until 1960.
During her stay in Athens
she was still performing,
and her last major film
role was as Rozelia in the
movie Pinky. In this film,
she was a supporting
character, namely as the
partner in crime to the bad
guy. The star of the film
Pinky, who was a written
to be a Black woman that
could pass as white, was
played by a white woman.
Nina’s last stage performance was in 1951 as the
maid Sadie Thompson in
the film Rain. She was
only 39 at this closing
point of her acting career.
After her return to New
York in 1960, she spent
the last years of her life
in relative obscurity until
she passed away following a heart attack in May
of 1967. Eleven years
later, in 1978, Nina Mae
McKinney was posthumously honored with the
Lifetime Achievement
Award from the Black
Filmmakers Hall of Fame.
One aspect of an intelligencration is to search for
potential threatening activity and while reading
through the classified ads, he came across a plain ad
looking for citizens interested in joining the KKK.
action cadet program in 1972 at 19 years old. He
was attending college in El Paso, Texas but relocated
to Colorado Springs to pursue law enforcement there.
He was the only Black person in the class that year
and June 18 of 1974 he was sworn in as an officer. He
pursued avenues to become a detective and the following year Ronnie Stallworth became the first Black
detective in the Colorado Springs Police Department
(CSPD).
Mr. Stallworth was not content to be a detective,
however, and wanted to investigate being an undercover officer, while trying to build a positive reputation
amongst his peers. He was finally given an undercover
gig in 1974, gathering information on Stokely
Carmichael. Carmichael, who had disassociated himself from the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee, was due to speak at a night club in Colorado
Springs and Stallworth was assigned to observe, and
he even spoke briefly with Carmichael.
Following this even Sgt. Stallworth had a quiet career, working the intelligence section of the police department, and in 1978 another case presented itself.
One aspect of an intelligence operation is to search
for potential threatening activity and while reading
through the classified ads, he came across a plain ad
looking for citizens interested in joining the KKK. He
responded to the ad in writing, even signing his own
name to it as an oversight, and in November of 1978,
he was contacted by an army officer from a nearby
military base.
Sergeant Stallworth had a major obstacle to his
membership being that he was a Black man, so to be
as thorough as possible, he had an white undercover
narcotics officer fill in for him at the meetings with a
similar height and build. He maintained phone contact
with the soldier Klansman and even spoke with David
Duke, whose signature is on Stallworth’s KKK membership card. The operation lasted about a year, and
during that time he prevented three cross burnings,
and uncovered military, as well as government support, one example being Clarence Morley the governor at the time.
During his operation which involved seven months
undercover, mainly by phone and sending in his white
counterpart to meetings, Detective Stallworth gained
status in the KKK and around the one year investigative landmark, the Colorado Springs branch voted
unanimously for Stallworth to lead them, citing his loyalty as a determining factor. Detective Stallworth even
met David Duke in person during the sting and took a
picture with him.
In 1979 the police chief ordered the whole operation to be shut down, and even demanded that the
records be burned, but Sgt. Stallworth kept everything.
He relocated to Utah in the mid 80s and worked for the
Stallworth at 22 years of age
Utah Department of Public Safety. Stallworth’s work
in this department eventually led to the formation of
the Gang Narcotics Intelligence Unit, the first gang
taskforce in Utah history. In the 90s he was a gang
intelligence coordinator and traveled to lend his expertise in gangs and gang culture through education
and insight, like to the Justice Department’s National
Drug Intelligence Center. Sgt. Stallworth retired in 2005.
Detective Ronnie Stallworth, remains active in his
community by coaching track, and even plans to run
for city council in Layton, Utah. He is also Chairman
of the Black Advisory Board. When he revealed his
story in 2014, he garnered much media attention, the
only sad part being that even in 2014, he feels race
issues haven’t changed and that race is still the most
divisive aspect of our society.
February 28, 2015
“Ain’t Too Proud to Beg”
Stage Production titled, “Ain’t Too
Proud To Beg” is coming to the
Stranahan Theater Fall 2015 open
casting call for all actors, singers,
musicians. Abundant Life Ministries
Church 5025 Glendale

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