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fc-. «*■ • More than 12 times larger '* ' " 1 ” ip CENTS Than Any Colored News) aper Ever WljK Fublishnl In E|J El Nebraska ^~ —■ » j \>\/» * - /JUSTICE/ EQUAUTY HEW TO THE LINEA' ^ -- VsT - Entered as Second Class Matters* Postoffice, Omaha, Nebraska* _OMAHA, NEBRASKA SATURDAY, AUGUST 7, 1937_ VOL. XI No. 15 DEMANDS ACTION ON ANTI-LYNCH BILL President of Bacchanites Passes Away; .— Adrian Stamps, Well-known Local Civic and Club Leader, Died Sun day: Advocated Race Activities It is with saddened hearts that we the remaining members of the1 Bacchanite club, come together to pay tribute to cur belcvcd and higihly esteemed1,President Adrian Stamps. It was with deep regret that we received woid oj his pass ing, Sunday, August Lsc, although we realized tlhat Jiis suffering must terminate sometime. We, like a great trmry 'others continued to hope Tor the miracle of i recovery' that never came. In his i death, we, tfce club, have lost a | faithful, loyal and ambdious lead er. He was always trying to de' vise ways to help not only the club but the Negro population of this community. It was Ihe, who inspired the move- j merit for Omaha’s first Negro May or, through ill health j-jrevented him from being present at t)he in auguration of the Mayor, he sent Two Fla. Hospital Orderlies Held Pensacola, Fla., Aug. 6 (By E. H. Smallwood for ANP)—Two men held here last week as robbers of the dead were Joe Singer and Ray fild Carter, both orderlies at the Pensacola hospital and both held to the grand jury for the alleged theft of watches from hospital pa tients who had died. Police say the men confessed, Singer admitting taking a time piece from a dead man’s locker, while Carter says he stole his from a patient’s bed An investigation by police disclosed the thievery. The miscreants’ bonds were set at $500. MANAGER JOHN A. SIMMS Formerly professor ami at times acting presilent of Ed ward Waters college, Jackson ville, Fla , wtho lius been ap pointed managing aide of the new Federal housing project. Dunkeeville. Mr. Simms is not od as one of the best printers in the South, and was once ed itor and manager of the Flor ida Sentinel.—-(OS) a telegram of greetings and good wishes from his bedside in the hos pital.* Many other things has 'he done for the good of others that cannot be forgotten. ‘'Sixty” as She was known to us and many others, will be greatly missed, and never replaced, but liis loving memory will live on. Our circle has been broken, and we feel our loss keenly, but we know that God is too wise to make a mistake, so we say, ‘not our will, Lord, but Thine, be done.” Had He asked us, well we know wc w'ould have said, ‘'0 spare the blow, yes with tear filled eyes would pray, Lord we love him, let him stay.” We wish to extend to the bereav ed family our deepest sympathy, and ask for them the comfort that only God can give. Funeral services were held Wed nesday afternoon at 2:00 p. m. at Cleaves Temple, 25th and Decatur streets. Reconsider Rejection Order Against Jones’ The application for a license to operate a wreaking business in Norfolk, Nebr. by the Jones Bro thers which was rejected several weeks ago by the city council was brought up for reconsideration this week after an appeal had been made to the National Headquarters of the NAACP and referred to Dr. W esley Jones, president of the lo cal branch who went to Norfalk per sonally to investigate why these successful business men should be denied the privilege of operating a business which they had worked hard to establish. Dr. .Arnes said that an attorney acting for the Jones’ had secured an injunction permitting them to operate until September. He also said that the authorities with whom he confer red said that owners were com plaining about this type of busi ness hurting their property values. There are one or two wrecking fii-ms who are operating unmolest ed. The Jones brothers, Henry Mc Clain, Irvin, H. M., and sister Marie represent half of Norfolks colored population. Dr. Jones said that the firm was very successful last year and that there perhaps was a little'envy entering into the case. Tours Australia London, Aug. 8 (INP)—Nina Mae McKinney, (renumber her in films? leaves London where she has been appearing with great success to tour Australia for six months. Tfye Harlem actress has been gieeted with acclaim on the con tinent and in company with Wal ter Hatie and Foster, singing ami dancing comedians, sails to Aus tralia to conquer new fields. ■ - - o-. Mrs. Adora Bland visited fri* cuds in Council Bluffs, la., Thurs day. Omahan Prefers His Tavern 1 4 1 To Guarding Denmark’s King; CARL OLAF RABES is shown here as he appeared 20 years ago when a mem ber of the royal guard in Denmark. Old Folks Picnic A Huge Success The Neighborhood department of the Omaha Urban League Com munity Center entertained 250 old people at their annual Old Folks Picnic, July 29th. Because of the rain it was im possible to take the group to Elm wood park as was planned, but ar rangement# were made to entertain in the auditorium of the Urban League. The Urban League wishes to thank the business men and frit nda of the city who gnye tht m their splendid cooperation, also the com mittee whowor kvd willingly to make the picnic a success. —— ' O'"-1 Mrs. It 3. Reynolds was called t) Council Bluffs, because of the illness of her daughter. ? ——— Tells Incidents in His German troops had advanced to the border of Denmark. The at tack was set for the following morning. Troops of the small con stitutional monarchy were massed to resist Invasion. Then overnight the danger passed. When the sun rose, the German soldiers had vanished. Tills interesting chapter of the world war was revealed here by Carl Olaf Rabes, a member of the king’s guard in his native Denmark at the time of interna tional conflict. “Denmark was prepared for the attempt at invasion and seizure of her important set outlets which Germany cov eted,'* the former protector of royalty assured as he talked earnestly across his new bar on Lake St. “The entire border of Denmark was honeycombed with uni! /Which tVOHtd have been sot off by the operation of a series of buttons at the moment the first German troops crossed the line. Mines also had been placed at fre quent intervals alang the coast. I feel confident the Ger man invasion could have been repelled.” He said he later learned the German troops had suddenly been ordered to the western front. PREFERS LIFE IN OMAHA Mr. Rabes prefers life as a tav ern proprietor in Omaha to that of guarding a king, although lie found the latter a very pleasant occupation. Although Denmark remained neutral throughout the war, the country gained restoration of North Schleswig, lost in a previous war w'ith Prussia. King Christian X. present ruler of Denmark, Is thoroughly demo cratic and an ideal employer, the former royal guard declared, back ing his statement with the follow ing personal incident. While on sentry duty one cold, disagreeable night, Guard Rabes took refuge for a moment in a sheltered spot. Garbed in a heavy warm coat end finding relaxation from the wintry wind, he wa; lulled into sleep. KINDLY KING How long he w!as napping lit will never know. A light touch on his arm awakened him. As his eyes flashed open he was staring directly into the face of his mon arch. The presence of the king always is a signal to call out the entire guard. Contritely apologizing for nap ping on duty. Mr. Rabes received the smiling assurance: “I know you to be good and faithful. You are only human. I forgive you and It will not bo ni‘cess ary to rail out the guard. The other boys probably also are enjoying their sleep. Good night.” Still smiling the king continued his midnight stroll. .SHARED ROYAL FOOD That spirit of friendship and democracy rum through the en tire famllv, according to Mr, Dob' s. He told of frequently re ceiving sandwiches and delicacies which were handed to him through the kitchen window by Prince Knud, youngest son of the king, and of charing army rations with Prince Haraid, the king’s brother, on a scouting expedition. Coming to the United .States about 20 years ago, Mr. Rabes has spent mo.' t of Uve titn< since in Omaha or vicinity. He tried both dairy and grain fanning before Netting up in business for hUnaeif. The new Lake 8t. tavern is the second one he has operated here. KING CHRISTIAN X is a genial and democratic monarch, according to one of h's former guards, who now is a resident of Omaha. Beau Brummels Score Another Dance Hit Members o fthe Beau Brummel club proved to be perfect hosts at their annual dancing party, given Monday night at the Dreamland Ballroom. Over 400 of Omaha’s elite turned out and danced to tihe melodious strains of Turner’s or chestra. Guests were greeted by hand some debonaire gentlemen of the club, each with a smile, and upon entering the ballroom Uhe sweet tempo of the band seemed to en trance one. Attractively attired lovely ladies in beautiful pastel summer formals seemed to make a picturesque scene, as they were beautifully • harmonized in the l lack and white Hollywood faf&ion as was worn by the dapper gentltmcn. -o Mrs. Frank Steward, 3015 Mnn doraon street, was called to herj home, Des Moines, la because of the I serious illness of her sister. Mrs. SStownrt left Friday morning July 30th. Flash! Guidite Picnic ha* been Pctt poned to Auguxt 28th. Full par. ticulan next week. — Wagner-Van Nuys Measure May Be Attached As Rider to Another In Rnsh Toward Adjournment Washington, August 6—Utilizing every possible strategy to get ae.ion on a federal anjti-lurching bill before the adjoUffi meut of Congress, Hupportor*s, of ting legislation lire e^vulail ing a rpuild-robin among senators t° he signed and presented to Senator Alben W. Barkley, Majority leader. The round robin demands action on the anti-lynching bdl before adjournment and tta effect serves notice t;hat the sign (v«s will o])pose adjournment, until a vote is had on the anti lynching bill. It is expected that fifty or sixty .igners will be secured for this I oe ament. In a hectic week of swift move nent back and fortlh in the Senate in pending legislation, the anti ytiching bill jumped suddenly to he front wh r. Senator Royal S ’opeland, of New York, moved to ttaeh it as an amendment to the he length of freight-train bill. It s believed that Senator Copeland lad two motives for this entirely inexpr.cted move. One was to try o defeat the freight-train bill, vhidh he is opposing; and the other \ ,m to make a hid for the support if Negro voters in his rontemplat d race for Mayor of New York ’ity. Senator Copeland long has avored the anti-lynching bill. Senator Copeland’s action, which vns his own idea, was not a pora ai one since the freight train bill A'as backed by the four railway ntherhoods. Ice anti-Jymmng mu was in jected into a White House press •onference on Tuesday when a re lorter asked the President whe ber the anti-lyncheing bill uould be urong the bills called up before ad journment. The President is said to lave not made a direct answer, but ;o have stated merely tihat he fa vored an anti-lynehing bill. When a move to attach the anti ynehing bill as an amendment was feted down 41 34, Senator Cope land announced Ihis intention to ;ry to attach the anti-lynching bill .0 the wages and hours bill. This irougtht on a conference between Senators Wagner, Copeland and - -A Former Omahan In the Movies Woodrow Theodore (Ted Ko Icom’s) Qualls, whom we will re member as a boy about Omaha, [iiior to 1934, the year when he went to Hollywood in search of fame. Upon reaching Hollywood jnd proving his ability os a dan* ;cr, he was featured in the picture entitled “Singing Kid.’’ His ability is a dancer in this picture was hail ad by the dance critics of Hollywood ns par excellent. Aside from his appearance# in pictures, he has made a wonderful record on the professional stage and night clubs. Mr. Qualls is now visiting in Omahn for a few days, and every one might see him in his novelty act at Jim Bell's Harlem. After completing engagement at the Harlem, he will return to the coast for hla regular staro work, ■■-I o — Mrs. Ashby Simmons, 2228 Wil lis avenue, had as her house guest, Mrs, Rvelyn Grayer*, and Mrs. A. Slaughter of Denver, Colo,, also Mr*. Grayer** little niece, Kitty iralne Wade, of Dallas, Texas. Yon Nuys Wednesday noon and It was decided then not to use the rid* or method except us a very last re sort. It was felt that the anti-lynehing bill ought to go through and bo tested on its merit and u -L be for ced through by the ‘'slick" method < f attaching it as an sni’’ tent. It was felt that the c un’ , en titled to a record votu on t»- legis lation North High ’ nor Student Receives »• ’ Appointment Elisabeth (Betty) Davis, daugh trr of Attorney and Mrs. Chas F. Davis, of 2724 Maple street, re cently re' ived an appointment as stenographer in the office of Frank McGrath, clerk of the District Court. Elizabeth (Betty) Darla Mr. McGrath >n making nis ap pointment said that his decision was based upon tihe qualifications, the industry ami hard work that i had been manifest by th:s young lady in her work at Nortih high school, and that he was more than pleased to lend all encouragement possible to the young men and wo men of the city of Omaha, regard less of race, creed or color. Miss Davis is u senior at North high school, where she has received numerous honors. She held with honor, an office on the school pa* rjer of whicch she was a former reporter and editor. She is an hon or student a member of Quill and | Set oil, honorary journalism socle* ty and several clubs, ^h# has re ceived three awards in shorthand, I her favorite subject. She is also active in“Y 'work and die second Negro girl to hold an .office at the Central YWCA, where alp it treasurer of the Tnts'Club j Coasted. Upon graduation, she plans to at* tend Creighton unlveraity |u study law. Don’t Forget Bathing Beauty Contest Sponsored by Local N. A. A. C. P. Fourth Week in August __
