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Public Library of South Bend 122 V/. Wayne Street South Bend, ind, 46601 m THE REFORMER VOL. 3. NO. 17 WHOLE NO. 107 A Community Conscience Newspaper Free April 25, 1971 CDA Continues Neighborhood | Domination Attempts i See Stories, Page 4 l________________ blacks lived in the county, with 527 of those living in South Bend. So it seems that few blacks lived in South Bend in the 19th century. Racial prob- lems were few until the in- flux of southern blacks as- piring to replenish the labor shortage in industry. The knowledge of the early presence of blacks is a mat- ter of question. Only two "free colored" men were present at the time of the 1840 census, which did not (Continued on Page 4) Notes from the Liberation School... In answer to many ques- tions, this week we would like to state the basic philosophy of the Liberation School and a few facts about its op- eration. UNITY - "Unity through pride and dignity" is the motto of the Black Press and is the basic objective of the Liberation School. Emmanuel Church Promotes School Attendance THE SUNDAY SCHOOL STAFF OF THE EMMANUEL CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE 415 West LaSalle St. conclude plans for an Attendance Promotion Contest, which is now in progress, and will climax June 13, 1971. Seated are Elder Joseph A. Jennings School Super- intendent and Miss Marie Ligon, School Secretary. Standing left to right: Minister L. Brown, Jr. Bus Supervisor, Miss Gwen Magee School assistant Sec- retary and Theophus Lewis Assistant School Super- intendent. Six prizes will be awarded to six persons causing the greater number of people to attend church Sunday School. Emmanuel Church of Deliverance Sunday School bus route service - 9:00 corner of Olive and Linden; 9:15 corner of Lowell and Western; 9:30 Monroe Circle; 9:45 corner of Wenger and Fellows; 10:00 corner of South Bend Avenue and Talbot. Through the activities of the Liberation School, we hope to inspire pride in our peo- ple and our history. We be- lieve that only through such pride, and the dignity and respect which pride creates, can black people achieve un- ity. And unity is, we believe, the key to winning and main- taining freedom for our peo- ple. COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP - The Liberation School was founded by the Black Press in 1969. Since that time, other organizations and many individuals have joined the effort to make the School and its objectives a reality. The School does not, how- ever, "belong" to the Black Press or to any other indiv- idual or organization." The School belongs to the black community. Every member of^he black com- munity has a stake in the success of the Liberation School and every brother or sister has something to contribute. Therefore, every black person has part- owner ship. SERVICE TO ALL - All black people are always wel - come at the School. We be- lieve in respect and dignity for all our people, and, therefore, do not limit the School to old or young, well- to-do or poor, brothers or sisters. Likewise, we honor Malcolm X and Rev. King, Stokely Carmichael and Whitney Young. We believe that only by respect for one another, and discussion of our differences among our- selves, can unity and free- dom be created and main- tained. Therefore, whether a brother or sister believes in Black Nationalism or in- tegration, in Allah or God, he or she is welcome at the School to attend classes or to teach. PROJECTS - Those who work at the School are mem- bers and servants of the (Continued on Page 5) A fund raising "pancake and sausage fry" was held April 17 for Odell "Duke" Newburn at Hansel Center. Newburn is running for Council-At-Large on the Demo- cratic Party ticket. From left to right; Jerry Miller, Mayoral Candidate; Mrs. Herman Williams; Duke Newburn; and Mrs. Annie Dean. Photo by Grady Ross Hold First The Committee for Sol- idarity Day held its first an- nual Solidarity Day function April 12 at the Laurel Club to demonstrate that Black people will band together in a non-political association to promote, advance, and se- cure their own social and political rights. The Committee, chaired by Mr. Eddie Scott, is a group of professional, semi- professional, and grassroot people concerned about the present plight and conditions of blacks. They formed this non- political vehicle dedicated to direction and the estab- lishment of priorities that affect the common welfare of Black people without fear of personal or political in- timidation. Also, to maintain a close liason between other agencies in the community, state and nation to assure Annual Solidarity Day Candidates attending first annual "Solidarity Day ^ are front row 1 to r. Dr. W.M. Smith, Second District Councilman; Wilbur E. Turner, Councilman-At-Large; Owen W. Garner, Councilman-At-Large; State Repre- sentative Bernard White (not seeking election). Back row, Huey Schoby, Second District Councilman; and Charles E. Howell,Councilman-At-Large. Photo by Grady Ross uniformity of directives. The date April 12th was selected not to compete with the West Side's yearly Dyn- gus Day celebration but rather to act as a compli- ment. The Committee lists the following advantages to the April 12th date: 1. many political office holders already scheduled personal appearances in the city due to the annual Dyn- gus Day social. One such man was former Indiana Gov- ernor Matthew Welsh. 2. perform a needed ser- vice and opportunity to the Black community. 3. offset the feeling of inadequacy among blacks as- sociated with this and other ethnic day celebrations. 4. provide a vehicle for black people and their can- didates to present an image to the press and public. 5. provide a means of Solidarity or unity among blacks to offset long entren- ched tactics of controlling black demands. 6. insure that black pub- lic office holders and seekers are aware of black problems in the community. Local Slack History Surveyed By Jonathan Harris This old shack, weathered and aged, stands today as the remnant of the once spacious, larger home built by one of South Bend's early Black citizens, Pharoah Powell. The wooden building, built around 1858 on South Main Street, is located next to the Spag- hetti Bowl, behind Inwoods. Photo By Don Land Fighters for Welfare Rights Endorse Alford In a letter dated April 9 to the South Bend Tribune, the Fighters for Welfare Rights Organization, P.O. Box 1183, South Bend, Ind. 46601, endorsed Rev. O.L. Alford. Jr., candidate for councilman - at - large. "As an active worker of the Fighters and an advo- cate of the poor we feel assured Rev. Alford is best qualified to present the un- represented ," the letter sta - ted. Traditionally, black his- tory connotes figures like Benjamin - Banneker, or George Washington Carver, nationally known histories who have received much rec - ognition. Their contributions were monumental, and con- sequently greatly influenced the twist of events through- out the nation. However, the contribu- tions made by early South Bend blacks is little known. A great deal of the reason for the lack of knowledge concerning local black his- tory is the poor documenta- tion of events as they re- lated to black people. Much of what transpired through the pioneer years of South Bend soon after the settling of Pierre F. Navarre, who started South Bend, has been described, hinting of the black man's presence, but scarcely rec- ognizing it as an integral part of history. Surprisingly though, sev- eral books concerning early black history contain bits and pieces that are great- ly treasured today. Most can be found in the public li- brary, or from the North- ern Indiana Historical So- ciety. In THE NEGRO IN SOUTH BEND: A SOCIAL STUDY by I Reverend B.F. Gordon are I described the lives of many Ksji early black families who fig- ured significantly in the de- velopment of South Bend. In the 1840's many families came north. The census of 1840 showed that there were only nine blacks in the whole of St. Joseph County. As fugi - tives, blacks fled north to this county, increasing their number to 29 during 1850. The county count increased with 88 blacks in 1860, 130 in 1870, and 279 in 1880. It is certain that no more than 300 blacks were in South Bend before the year 1890. In that census of 1890 , 627 The group voted to sup- port Rev. Alford at its A- pril 7th meeting. The letter was signed Jean Glaes, Rev. O.L. Alford Photo by Grady Ross co-chairman, and Mary Frances Reid, co-chairman. Exhibition Invites Local Talent All Artists living in the counties within a forty mile radius of South Bend are invited to enter the Seventh Biennial Michiana Local Art Exhibition which will beheld from May 2 to May 23 at the South Bend Art Center, 121 North Lafayette Blvd., South Bend, ^Indiana. Cash prizes totaling $1,150 will be awarded on a category basis for the best entries in paint- ing, graphics, sculpture, and (Continued on Page 3)
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Title | The Reformer, April 25, 1971 |
Volume, Issue Number | Vol. 3, No. 17 |
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South Bend (Ind.)--Newspapers African Americans--Indiana--South Bend |
Original Date | 1971-04-25 |
Time Period | 1970s (1970-1979) |
Digital Date | 2015-03-26 |
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Physical Repository | St. Joseph County Public Library |
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Transcription | Public Library of South Bend 122 V/. Wayne Street South Bend, ind, 46601 m THE REFORMER VOL. 3. NO. 17 WHOLE NO. 107 A Community Conscience Newspaper Free April 25, 1971 CDA Continues Neighborhood | Domination Attempts i See Stories, Page 4 l________________ blacks lived in the county, with 527 of those living in South Bend. So it seems that few blacks lived in South Bend in the 19th century. Racial prob- lems were few until the in- flux of southern blacks as- piring to replenish the labor shortage in industry. The knowledge of the early presence of blacks is a mat- ter of question. Only two "free colored" men were present at the time of the 1840 census, which did not (Continued on Page 4) Notes from the Liberation School... In answer to many ques- tions, this week we would like to state the basic philosophy of the Liberation School and a few facts about its op- eration. UNITY - "Unity through pride and dignity" is the motto of the Black Press and is the basic objective of the Liberation School. Emmanuel Church Promotes School Attendance THE SUNDAY SCHOOL STAFF OF THE EMMANUEL CHURCH OF DELIVERANCE 415 West LaSalle St. conclude plans for an Attendance Promotion Contest, which is now in progress, and will climax June 13, 1971. Seated are Elder Joseph A. Jennings School Super- intendent and Miss Marie Ligon, School Secretary. Standing left to right: Minister L. Brown, Jr. Bus Supervisor, Miss Gwen Magee School assistant Sec- retary and Theophus Lewis Assistant School Super- intendent. Six prizes will be awarded to six persons causing the greater number of people to attend church Sunday School. Emmanuel Church of Deliverance Sunday School bus route service - 9:00 corner of Olive and Linden; 9:15 corner of Lowell and Western; 9:30 Monroe Circle; 9:45 corner of Wenger and Fellows; 10:00 corner of South Bend Avenue and Talbot. Through the activities of the Liberation School, we hope to inspire pride in our peo- ple and our history. We be- lieve that only through such pride, and the dignity and respect which pride creates, can black people achieve un- ity. And unity is, we believe, the key to winning and main- taining freedom for our peo- ple. COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP - The Liberation School was founded by the Black Press in 1969. Since that time, other organizations and many individuals have joined the effort to make the School and its objectives a reality. The School does not, how- ever, "belong" to the Black Press or to any other indiv- idual or organization." The School belongs to the black community. Every member of^he black com- munity has a stake in the success of the Liberation School and every brother or sister has something to contribute. Therefore, every black person has part- owner ship. SERVICE TO ALL - All black people are always wel - come at the School. We be- lieve in respect and dignity for all our people, and, therefore, do not limit the School to old or young, well- to-do or poor, brothers or sisters. Likewise, we honor Malcolm X and Rev. King, Stokely Carmichael and Whitney Young. We believe that only by respect for one another, and discussion of our differences among our- selves, can unity and free- dom be created and main- tained. Therefore, whether a brother or sister believes in Black Nationalism or in- tegration, in Allah or God, he or she is welcome at the School to attend classes or to teach. PROJECTS - Those who work at the School are mem- bers and servants of the (Continued on Page 5) A fund raising "pancake and sausage fry" was held April 17 for Odell "Duke" Newburn at Hansel Center. Newburn is running for Council-At-Large on the Demo- cratic Party ticket. From left to right; Jerry Miller, Mayoral Candidate; Mrs. Herman Williams; Duke Newburn; and Mrs. Annie Dean. Photo by Grady Ross Hold First The Committee for Sol- idarity Day held its first an- nual Solidarity Day function April 12 at the Laurel Club to demonstrate that Black people will band together in a non-political association to promote, advance, and se- cure their own social and political rights. The Committee, chaired by Mr. Eddie Scott, is a group of professional, semi- professional, and grassroot people concerned about the present plight and conditions of blacks. They formed this non- political vehicle dedicated to direction and the estab- lishment of priorities that affect the common welfare of Black people without fear of personal or political in- timidation. Also, to maintain a close liason between other agencies in the community, state and nation to assure Annual Solidarity Day Candidates attending first annual "Solidarity Day ^ are front row 1 to r. Dr. W.M. Smith, Second District Councilman; Wilbur E. Turner, Councilman-At-Large; Owen W. Garner, Councilman-At-Large; State Repre- sentative Bernard White (not seeking election). Back row, Huey Schoby, Second District Councilman; and Charles E. Howell,Councilman-At-Large. Photo by Grady Ross uniformity of directives. The date April 12th was selected not to compete with the West Side's yearly Dyn- gus Day celebration but rather to act as a compli- ment. The Committee lists the following advantages to the April 12th date: 1. many political office holders already scheduled personal appearances in the city due to the annual Dyn- gus Day social. One such man was former Indiana Gov- ernor Matthew Welsh. 2. perform a needed ser- vice and opportunity to the Black community. 3. offset the feeling of inadequacy among blacks as- sociated with this and other ethnic day celebrations. 4. provide a vehicle for black people and their can- didates to present an image to the press and public. 5. provide a means of Solidarity or unity among blacks to offset long entren- ched tactics of controlling black demands. 6. insure that black pub- lic office holders and seekers are aware of black problems in the community. Local Slack History Surveyed By Jonathan Harris This old shack, weathered and aged, stands today as the remnant of the once spacious, larger home built by one of South Bend's early Black citizens, Pharoah Powell. The wooden building, built around 1858 on South Main Street, is located next to the Spag- hetti Bowl, behind Inwoods. Photo By Don Land Fighters for Welfare Rights Endorse Alford In a letter dated April 9 to the South Bend Tribune, the Fighters for Welfare Rights Organization, P.O. Box 1183, South Bend, Ind. 46601, endorsed Rev. O.L. Alford. Jr., candidate for councilman - at - large. "As an active worker of the Fighters and an advo- cate of the poor we feel assured Rev. Alford is best qualified to present the un- represented ," the letter sta - ted. Traditionally, black his- tory connotes figures like Benjamin - Banneker, or George Washington Carver, nationally known histories who have received much rec - ognition. Their contributions were monumental, and con- sequently greatly influenced the twist of events through- out the nation. However, the contribu- tions made by early South Bend blacks is little known. A great deal of the reason for the lack of knowledge concerning local black his- tory is the poor documenta- tion of events as they re- lated to black people. Much of what transpired through the pioneer years of South Bend soon after the settling of Pierre F. Navarre, who started South Bend, has been described, hinting of the black man's presence, but scarcely rec- ognizing it as an integral part of history. Surprisingly though, sev- eral books concerning early black history contain bits and pieces that are great- ly treasured today. Most can be found in the public li- brary, or from the North- ern Indiana Historical So- ciety. In THE NEGRO IN SOUTH BEND: A SOCIAL STUDY by I Reverend B.F. Gordon are I described the lives of many Ksji early black families who fig- ured significantly in the de- velopment of South Bend. In the 1840's many families came north. The census of 1840 showed that there were only nine blacks in the whole of St. Joseph County. As fugi - tives, blacks fled north to this county, increasing their number to 29 during 1850. The county count increased with 88 blacks in 1860, 130 in 1870, and 279 in 1880. It is certain that no more than 300 blacks were in South Bend before the year 1890. In that census of 1890 , 627 The group voted to sup- port Rev. Alford at its A- pril 7th meeting. The letter was signed Jean Glaes, Rev. O.L. Alford Photo by Grady Ross co-chairman, and Mary Frances Reid, co-chairman. Exhibition Invites Local Talent All Artists living in the counties within a forty mile radius of South Bend are invited to enter the Seventh Biennial Michiana Local Art Exhibition which will beheld from May 2 to May 23 at the South Bend Art Center, 121 North Lafayette Blvd., South Bend, ^Indiana. Cash prizes totaling $1,150 will be awarded on a category basis for the best entries in paint- ing, graphics, sculpture, and (Continued on Page 3) |
Provenance | St. Joseph County Public Library (South Bend, IN) |
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