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ATTRACTIVE INSTRUCTOR [Photo] MISS GRACE M. SULLIVAN Miss Sullivan, who is the attractive instructor of Home Economics at the Kentucky State College at Frankfort, breezed into the Leader office last Saturday morning with a charming bevy of young ladies who accompanied her to the city to do some shopping for the Home Economics Department. The young lady visitors were Misses Lillian King, Luella Bush, Helen Altas. Eleanor Harreld and Ruthlyn Cole, all juniors at Kentucky State. Pay Last Respects To Owensboro Leader PAY LAST RESPECTS TO DR. AGNEW IN OWENSBORO Owensboro, Ky., March 21--Special to Leader--Dr. John Abner Agnew, prominent undertaker and business man died at his home Tuesday morning, March 13 after an illness of more than a year. Doctor Agnew was born near Huntington, W. Va., the son of Thomas and Maria Agnew. He prepared himself for the profession of dentistry, graduating from the Meharry Medical College. He located in the city of Louisville where he practiced for several years being the first Negro dentist to practice in the state. He moved to Owensboro after taking a course in embalming at Cincinnati and embarked in the undertaking business and for the last thirty years he has conducted this business. He was married to Miss Nannie P. Wheatley in 1907 and from this union three children were born--Aemlia, Inez and Charles. For the last ten years he has been the senior member of the firm of Agnew and Wheatley. He was a member of the Pythian Industrial Board and prominent U. B. F. His funeral was conducted from the Fourth Street Baptist church Friday March 16. M. J. Sleet acted as master of ceremonies Music was rendered by the choir with a solo by Mrs. Ethel Simmons. Prof. S I. Barker delivered the eulogy. A short funeral sermonette was delivered by Rev. E. H. Smith after Rev. J Francis Wilson read the scripture Interment was at Greenwood cemetery. City officials including the Mayor and Commissioners attended the (Continued on page 4) ANNUAL FELLOWSHIP OF QUINN CHAPEL AND BROADWAY TEMPLE ANNOUNCED All eyes seem to be centered upon the great Fellowship service to be opened at Broadway Temple Wednesday night, March 28th, which event brings together two of Louisville's historic congregtions as also two of her foremost brilliant pastors, Rev. C. J. Henderson, who is the host is quite enthusiastic over the service and speaks quite complimentary of the guest pastor, Rev. Frank Madison Reid, who will be directly responsible for this service on this occasion. The passtor Dr. Reid, of Quinn Chapel [illegible] with a fine group of officers [illegible] by a loyal membership and [illegible] seem determined to set [illegible] [hard?] to surpass by [Broadway?] [illegible] she answers the challenge. [illegible] is now broadcast "On. on [illegible] [Broadway?] Temple Wednesday night, [illegible] at 8 o'clock. [The fellowship?] service originated [illegible] and was considered by many [illegible] extraordinary event among [illegible] of tre ear. Many recall [illegible] inspiration gained from these [illegible] which taxed to capacity both [illegible] their membership, offi- [illegible] speaker for this occasion [illegible] a remarkable record of [illegible] in the A. M. E. connection [illegible] be recognized as one of the [illegible] leaders of progressive thought [illegible] church administrator and [illegible] preacher. As a member of [illegible] trustee board of [Wilberforce University?], secretary of the [education board?] of the A. M. E. church --[Photo] REVEREND REID-- and member of the Federal Council of Churches of Christ in America. He has brought to Quinn Chapel perhaps more connectional recognition than any of her recent pastors. It is perhaps because of these things many are predicting his elevation to the bishop of his church. The host pastor, Dr. Henderson states further that he wishes it to be known that Broadway Temple will return the Fellowship engagement on April 11 and will surely surpass whatever standard is made by Quinn Chapel and her friends. Business Hit Hard Depression Hits White and Colored Companies Hard In Illinois ; Those Stopped Expect to Reorganize President Wishes N.A.A.C.P. Success HUNDREDS SEE LAST OF MRS. ANDREWS One of the largest crowds ever seen at a funeral service in Louisville on Saturday afternoon assembled at the Zion Baptist church to pay the last respects to Mrs. Kitty Andrews, who was known by all those who knew her or who came in contact with her as one of the loveliest and kindliest of women The beautiful funeral eulogy by the pastor, Rev. W. H Craighead. the tributes by Revs. John Frank. E. G. Harris. H. W. Jones. John H. Perdue and T. F. Blue. who informed the audience that the local branch library in part was the first library for Negroes in America started in the Andrews home on Chestnut street. testified to the fact that Mrs. Andrews was a lovely and kind woman. She was a faithful wife, a devoted mother, a woman who was loyal to the church, ever ready to lead any program for the good of the church. race or community and never tired of doing good and helping others said they. This was also testified to by the hundreds representing all classes of citizens and from every section of the city who crowded the spacious auditorium last Saturday afternoon and by the large number of floral designs which banked the beautiful metalic casket in which the remains of the woman law. The Andrews home at 2301 west Walnut street, was thronged with friends from the hour that her sudden death from heart trouble Wednesday afternoon was made known up to the hour of the funeral. The funeral program was in charge of Rev. G. W. Winstead. The obituary was read by Mrs. Carrie Anderson. Music was furnished by the Zion Bap- (Continued on page 4) J. S. BRIGHT PASSES AWAY Danville, Ky., March 21.--J. S. Bright, for many years one of Danville's outstanding citizens, and a successful undertaker, passed away here Monday morning after a long illness. Mr. Bright, wha was a leader in the fraternal and business life of his race in Kentucky, had made every effort to have his health restored. He spent several weeks at West Baden some months ago. Mr. Bright was an officer of the Knights of Pythias of Kentucky and of the State Undertakers' Association. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon. WITH INSULL [Photo] MELVIN CHISUM When Samuel Insull former multimillionaire utilities magnate, was running his business along without any trouble from his headquarters in chicago, among those who were closely identified with him was Melvin Chisum, former newspaper man who was recognized by his friends as an Insull "efficiency" man. Mr. Chisum is now out East some place, while his friend, Mr. Insull, is somewhere at sea trying to "efficiently" steer clear of the American authorities. Dr. Austin Pleads For Charwomen DR. BLACKBURN'S CASE HELD OVER The case of Dr. Maurice Blackburn who was arrested during the week on narcotic charges, has been held over until the fall term of court. BUSINESS HIT HARD STATE LEGISLATORS QUIT GOOD ENACTMENTS BUT BUDGET IS UNBALANCED By R. B. Atwood, President of the K. N. E. A. Frankfort, Ky., March 21--The regular session of the 1934 Kentucky General Assembly came to a close Thursday night, March 13, with some good enactments to its credit, but with no balanced budget. Laws were passed then reduced the State's income 3 1 2 million dollars which added to the shortage of the proposed budget left 5 million dollars to be raised. Putting these facts into terms so that all can understand, it means that there might be sufficient money to take care of the Departments of the State Government at Frankfort and maintain institutions under the Welfare Board and no others. The Departments That Would Suffer The courts of the State could not function as the million and a quarter dollars which they need would not be forthcoming. The circuit judges, the Commonwealth attorneys and the judges cannot be paid. No interest can be paid on the outstanding State war rants and the price which is now in the neighborhood of 92 would possible go to about 50. The per capita for school purposes which was $7.00 for the present year would be reduced to $2.81. The Public Schools in probably half the occasions would be reduced to four-month sessions. Teachers' salaries have been in the neighborhood of $30.00 a month will still be further reduced to those teaching in rural areas. The $700,000 appropriated by the legislature for teachers' back salaries could ont be paid as there would be no funds with which to pay for it. There would not be a dollar for relief to aid unemployed and the unfortunate. The public health service of the State could not continue. All institutions of higher learning maintained by the State would have to close their doors as they would have no income to carry on their work.This, briefly is the situation that now faces the people of the State of Kentucky, Boh houses of the General Assembly (Continued on page 4) KEEP EDUCATED, ADVISES RUSSELL IN COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS Hopkinsville, Ky., March 21 -- Attucks High School auditorium was packed Saturday, March 17th with relatives and friends who came from adjoining cities and counties to witness the Christian County commencement. 72 from the regular elementary schools and 7 from ages of 23 to 70 years received diplomas. The processional was a very imposing sight, theladies were dressed in white middy suits with black ties, the men in dark suits, black, bow ties. They entered while Miss Roberta Bruce, the pianist, played "God of Our Fathers." "Lift Every voice and Sing" was then sung. Invocation by Dr. T Timberlake. The Elkton Girls Octet under the direction of Miss Alma U. Terry sang "I've Done My Work.' Other numbers by them and the Willing Workers quartette, Crofton. Duet by Misses Martha Walton and Roma Welch and solo by Miss Dyens The Salutatory of Lutisha Lacy. Class motto by Gladys Worthington and valedictory by Lena Williams. Mr Chas . Williams 70 ears old, spoke on "Value of Adult Education." After the class song, Attorney Walter Robinson introduced Prof H. C. Russell, Dean of K. S. I C at Frankfort as the commencement speaker Said he, "We havve brought for this occasion one who is an inspiration to the young people of my race, and one of the first rank educators of this country His motto has always been count one me, always to do and say anything for the good of this race of mine." Mr. Russell's address "Keep Educated" was a masterpiece, and every man, woman and child was heard saving "Wasn't it wonderful. Just what we needed The superintendent, H. W. Peters said "We thank this splendid educator this Christian leader for this --[Photo] PROFESSOR RUSSELL-- great address it's one of the greatest lips." At the close, after the awarding of 121 perfect attendance cards and the 79 diplomas. Rev R. L. Bayliss, pronounced the benediction. The K. S. I. C Chapter. Mr E. M. Bacon, president; Mrs Emma Quarles, sponsor. gave a banquet for the speaker, Dean Russell. in the Domestic Science room. Friday evening he was the guest of Hon. E. W. Glass at a smoker, where former class mate and leader of the city enjoyed several hours. Prof. Russell was the house guest of Dr. and Mrs Thos H Copeland. Mrs. Copeland who is supervisor of the County Schools, has worked hard this year, yet she says "I love it." A telegram from Mrs. E. P. Bennett, of Louisville, superitnendent of Board of Education and supervisor of Jefferson county schools. commending the class was read and applauded. Support Leader Advertisers
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Title | The Louisville Leader. Louisville, Kentucky, Saturday, March 24, 1934. |
Volume/Issue | Vol. 17. No. 21. |
Contributors | Cole, I. Willis (publisher) |
Description | The Louisville Leader was an African-American newspaper published from 1917 to 1950 by I. Willis Cole in Louisville, Kentucky. This issue says Vol. 17. No. 18. but is actually Vol. 17. No. 21. There are small portions missing along the sides of each page of this issue. |
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Date Original | 1934-03-24 |
Object Type | Newspapers |
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Full Text | ATTRACTIVE INSTRUCTOR [Photo] MISS GRACE M. SULLIVAN Miss Sullivan, who is the attractive instructor of Home Economics at the Kentucky State College at Frankfort, breezed into the Leader office last Saturday morning with a charming bevy of young ladies who accompanied her to the city to do some shopping for the Home Economics Department. The young lady visitors were Misses Lillian King, Luella Bush, Helen Altas. Eleanor Harreld and Ruthlyn Cole, all juniors at Kentucky State. Pay Last Respects To Owensboro Leader PAY LAST RESPECTS TO DR. AGNEW IN OWENSBORO Owensboro, Ky., March 21--Special to Leader--Dr. John Abner Agnew, prominent undertaker and business man died at his home Tuesday morning, March 13 after an illness of more than a year. Doctor Agnew was born near Huntington, W. Va., the son of Thomas and Maria Agnew. He prepared himself for the profession of dentistry, graduating from the Meharry Medical College. He located in the city of Louisville where he practiced for several years being the first Negro dentist to practice in the state. He moved to Owensboro after taking a course in embalming at Cincinnati and embarked in the undertaking business and for the last thirty years he has conducted this business. He was married to Miss Nannie P. Wheatley in 1907 and from this union three children were born--Aemlia, Inez and Charles. For the last ten years he has been the senior member of the firm of Agnew and Wheatley. He was a member of the Pythian Industrial Board and prominent U. B. F. His funeral was conducted from the Fourth Street Baptist church Friday March 16. M. J. Sleet acted as master of ceremonies Music was rendered by the choir with a solo by Mrs. Ethel Simmons. Prof. S I. Barker delivered the eulogy. A short funeral sermonette was delivered by Rev. E. H. Smith after Rev. J Francis Wilson read the scripture Interment was at Greenwood cemetery. City officials including the Mayor and Commissioners attended the (Continued on page 4) ANNUAL FELLOWSHIP OF QUINN CHAPEL AND BROADWAY TEMPLE ANNOUNCED All eyes seem to be centered upon the great Fellowship service to be opened at Broadway Temple Wednesday night, March 28th, which event brings together two of Louisville's historic congregtions as also two of her foremost brilliant pastors, Rev. C. J. Henderson, who is the host is quite enthusiastic over the service and speaks quite complimentary of the guest pastor, Rev. Frank Madison Reid, who will be directly responsible for this service on this occasion. The passtor Dr. Reid, of Quinn Chapel [illegible] with a fine group of officers [illegible] by a loyal membership and [illegible] seem determined to set [illegible] [hard?] to surpass by [Broadway?] [illegible] she answers the challenge. [illegible] is now broadcast "On. on [illegible] [Broadway?] Temple Wednesday night, [illegible] at 8 o'clock. [The fellowship?] service originated [illegible] and was considered by many [illegible] extraordinary event among [illegible] of tre ear. Many recall [illegible] inspiration gained from these [illegible] which taxed to capacity both [illegible] their membership, offi- [illegible] speaker for this occasion [illegible] a remarkable record of [illegible] in the A. M. E. connection [illegible] be recognized as one of the [illegible] leaders of progressive thought [illegible] church administrator and [illegible] preacher. As a member of [illegible] trustee board of [Wilberforce University?], secretary of the [education board?] of the A. M. E. church --[Photo] REVEREND REID-- and member of the Federal Council of Churches of Christ in America. He has brought to Quinn Chapel perhaps more connectional recognition than any of her recent pastors. It is perhaps because of these things many are predicting his elevation to the bishop of his church. The host pastor, Dr. Henderson states further that he wishes it to be known that Broadway Temple will return the Fellowship engagement on April 11 and will surely surpass whatever standard is made by Quinn Chapel and her friends. Business Hit Hard Depression Hits White and Colored Companies Hard In Illinois ; Those Stopped Expect to Reorganize President Wishes N.A.A.C.P. Success HUNDREDS SEE LAST OF MRS. ANDREWS One of the largest crowds ever seen at a funeral service in Louisville on Saturday afternoon assembled at the Zion Baptist church to pay the last respects to Mrs. Kitty Andrews, who was known by all those who knew her or who came in contact with her as one of the loveliest and kindliest of women The beautiful funeral eulogy by the pastor, Rev. W. H Craighead. the tributes by Revs. John Frank. E. G. Harris. H. W. Jones. John H. Perdue and T. F. Blue. who informed the audience that the local branch library in part was the first library for Negroes in America started in the Andrews home on Chestnut street. testified to the fact that Mrs. Andrews was a lovely and kind woman. She was a faithful wife, a devoted mother, a woman who was loyal to the church, ever ready to lead any program for the good of the church. race or community and never tired of doing good and helping others said they. This was also testified to by the hundreds representing all classes of citizens and from every section of the city who crowded the spacious auditorium last Saturday afternoon and by the large number of floral designs which banked the beautiful metalic casket in which the remains of the woman law. The Andrews home at 2301 west Walnut street, was thronged with friends from the hour that her sudden death from heart trouble Wednesday afternoon was made known up to the hour of the funeral. The funeral program was in charge of Rev. G. W. Winstead. The obituary was read by Mrs. Carrie Anderson. Music was furnished by the Zion Bap- (Continued on page 4) J. S. BRIGHT PASSES AWAY Danville, Ky., March 21.--J. S. Bright, for many years one of Danville's outstanding citizens, and a successful undertaker, passed away here Monday morning after a long illness. Mr. Bright, wha was a leader in the fraternal and business life of his race in Kentucky, had made every effort to have his health restored. He spent several weeks at West Baden some months ago. Mr. Bright was an officer of the Knights of Pythias of Kentucky and of the State Undertakers' Association. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon. WITH INSULL [Photo] MELVIN CHISUM When Samuel Insull former multimillionaire utilities magnate, was running his business along without any trouble from his headquarters in chicago, among those who were closely identified with him was Melvin Chisum, former newspaper man who was recognized by his friends as an Insull "efficiency" man. Mr. Chisum is now out East some place, while his friend, Mr. Insull, is somewhere at sea trying to "efficiently" steer clear of the American authorities. Dr. Austin Pleads For Charwomen DR. BLACKBURN'S CASE HELD OVER The case of Dr. Maurice Blackburn who was arrested during the week on narcotic charges, has been held over until the fall term of court. BUSINESS HIT HARD STATE LEGISLATORS QUIT GOOD ENACTMENTS BUT BUDGET IS UNBALANCED By R. B. Atwood, President of the K. N. E. A. Frankfort, Ky., March 21--The regular session of the 1934 Kentucky General Assembly came to a close Thursday night, March 13, with some good enactments to its credit, but with no balanced budget. Laws were passed then reduced the State's income 3 1 2 million dollars which added to the shortage of the proposed budget left 5 million dollars to be raised. Putting these facts into terms so that all can understand, it means that there might be sufficient money to take care of the Departments of the State Government at Frankfort and maintain institutions under the Welfare Board and no others. The Departments That Would Suffer The courts of the State could not function as the million and a quarter dollars which they need would not be forthcoming. The circuit judges, the Commonwealth attorneys and the judges cannot be paid. No interest can be paid on the outstanding State war rants and the price which is now in the neighborhood of 92 would possible go to about 50. The per capita for school purposes which was $7.00 for the present year would be reduced to $2.81. The Public Schools in probably half the occasions would be reduced to four-month sessions. Teachers' salaries have been in the neighborhood of $30.00 a month will still be further reduced to those teaching in rural areas. The $700,000 appropriated by the legislature for teachers' back salaries could ont be paid as there would be no funds with which to pay for it. There would not be a dollar for relief to aid unemployed and the unfortunate. The public health service of the State could not continue. All institutions of higher learning maintained by the State would have to close their doors as they would have no income to carry on their work.This, briefly is the situation that now faces the people of the State of Kentucky, Boh houses of the General Assembly (Continued on page 4) KEEP EDUCATED, ADVISES RUSSELL IN COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS Hopkinsville, Ky., March 21 -- Attucks High School auditorium was packed Saturday, March 17th with relatives and friends who came from adjoining cities and counties to witness the Christian County commencement. 72 from the regular elementary schools and 7 from ages of 23 to 70 years received diplomas. The processional was a very imposing sight, theladies were dressed in white middy suits with black ties, the men in dark suits, black, bow ties. They entered while Miss Roberta Bruce, the pianist, played "God of Our Fathers." "Lift Every voice and Sing" was then sung. Invocation by Dr. T Timberlake. The Elkton Girls Octet under the direction of Miss Alma U. Terry sang "I've Done My Work.' Other numbers by them and the Willing Workers quartette, Crofton. Duet by Misses Martha Walton and Roma Welch and solo by Miss Dyens The Salutatory of Lutisha Lacy. Class motto by Gladys Worthington and valedictory by Lena Williams. Mr Chas . Williams 70 ears old, spoke on "Value of Adult Education." After the class song, Attorney Walter Robinson introduced Prof H. C. Russell, Dean of K. S. I C at Frankfort as the commencement speaker Said he, "We havve brought for this occasion one who is an inspiration to the young people of my race, and one of the first rank educators of this country His motto has always been count one me, always to do and say anything for the good of this race of mine." Mr. Russell's address "Keep Educated" was a masterpiece, and every man, woman and child was heard saving "Wasn't it wonderful. Just what we needed The superintendent, H. W. Peters said "We thank this splendid educator this Christian leader for this --[Photo] PROFESSOR RUSSELL-- great address it's one of the greatest lips." At the close, after the awarding of 121 perfect attendance cards and the 79 diplomas. Rev R. L. Bayliss, pronounced the benediction. The K. S. I. C Chapter. Mr E. M. Bacon, president; Mrs Emma Quarles, sponsor. gave a banquet for the speaker, Dean Russell. in the Domestic Science room. Friday evening he was the guest of Hon. E. W. Glass at a smoker, where former class mate and leader of the city enjoyed several hours. Prof. Russell was the house guest of Dr. and Mrs Thos H Copeland. Mrs. Copeland who is supervisor of the County Schools, has worked hard this year, yet she says "I love it." A telegram from Mrs. E. P. Bennett, of Louisville, superitnendent of Board of Education and supervisor of Jefferson county schools. commending the class was read and applauded. Support Leader Advertisers |
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