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U • N. Y. AMSTERDAM NEWS, Sat, Nov. I, IMS THOMASWA morpoap WORDS FOR A WAY Of UFR . . . “X man can dignify hu rank; no rank can dignify a man” . . . —Attius INTERNATIONAL SET . . The city Reception for Prime Minister of Ireland Sean F. and Mrs. Lemas was delightful, what with bagpipes, Irish uniforms and all. Mrs. Wagner is “just a living doll’*, whom everybody adores! However I was shocked to find only four of “us” there. I thought “we” loved the Irish! I must check with Ambassador Richard Patter* son to find out why only four of “us” showed up! . The Roy Wilkinses vacationed in quaint Quebec and enjoyed the Autumn scenery up through New England and Canada . . . Evelyn Broidy, the only FULL TIME volunteer I know in New York City is vacationing from her “job” —the National Urban League (lucky, lucky agency!)— by meandering around Europe for a spell . . . NEW YORKERS ARE SAYING . . . Does beauty- brains-and-talent Charlotte Holloman have some plans in addition to studying in Italy this season? . . . Folks still chuckling about those who refused invitations to that Josephine Baker party downtown :Seems like everybody loves the hostess but the host Is sort of tabu. Dear me! . . . SCENE AND HEARD . . . Among “us” who went on that Women’s City Club junket to the first affair held last week at the Top of the Fair Restaurant was Sissie Marshall (Mrs. Thurgood), Marie Scruggs, and Marietta Dockery . . . Dolores Worthington, who belongs to Robert is the newest member of the popular Vivants club of which Fannie Grant is at the helm for this year . ; Women United for Civic Action are thrilled that Xinda Page will present her annual fashion show, >Bal de Tete, to aid their program at the NY Hilton, Nov. 10 . . . Advisory Committee Meeting i I The Defense Advisory Commit­ ' tee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS) convened in its semi-annual meeting in Washing­ ton. D.C. October 30-22. Assistant Secretary of Defense < Manpow­ er* Norman S. Paul works with the group. Stephen Ailes. Under Secretary of the Army, addressed the com­ mittee at Its official opening ses­ sion in the Pentagon, October 21. On Tuesday afternoon the com­ mittee. composed of SO women from throughout the United States noted as professonal or civia leaders, heard Norman f>. Patfl, Assistant Secretary of De­ fense (Manpower). During the three days meeting the DACOWITZ members report­ ed on various projects they have sponsored In their local areas in connection with women in the Services. Plans were made for future education and information projects to interpret to the pub­ lic the need for and role of wo­ men in the military services. Tire committee submitted recom.uen- dations to the Department of De­ fense concerning the training and welfare of all women in the Army. Marine Corps. Navy and A i r Force. Miss Gilkey Chairman Miss Margaret J. Gilkey of Mi- ami. Florida, chairman, V i c e- chairman is Mrs. Theodore W. Wirths, of Rockville, Maryland. Members of this civilian ad­ visory committee are appoint­ ed by the Secretary of Defense to serve three year terms. They serve as individuals and not as official representatives of any group or organization. The 18 member committee in­ clude Mesdames Christine Ray Davis, staff director. Government Operations Committee of the House of Representatives and Milton Berle, Joan E. Demus, George J. Dobranske, Ralph Ha- yenga. Margaret Price, Bruce Schaefer, Drue Smith and Clare Williams. The Links are working hard on their give-your- Christmas-card-money-to-the Urban League with Isobel Chisholm aiding and abetting it all . . . WIG WORLD . . . Sort of amusing that the delegation of ladies from Guinea, Africa wanted above all else to go to the Rose Morgan House of Beauty to get wigs. Status Of Wonder if the “anti-wig wearers” have checked onWom6n what the African-born women think of their campaign against wigs? Dear me, the plot thickens! Further, if you see any lines out in front of Miss Morgan’s place, it’s probably because she has some wigs that you can SLEEP IN ALL NIGHT! Now, there! That ought to settle a lot of problems! .... SCENE AND HEARD ... The Alonzo Suttons of West­ bury recommend Miami Beach for vacations—and this is not to be confused with Miami! . . . (Clip out and save) Home bartending made easy! 15 professional tips from I.W. Harper The Prized Kentucky Bourbon ring, Shake e means shake! IStir when it says stir, • and shake when it says shake. Shaking a clear drink, like a Martini, makes it cloud up. g When shaking or stir be thorough, I I I I I 1 1 IM| J ice into liquor... the For stirring, use ice 3#cubes; for shaking, cracked ice. But ice only; not ice and water. Pour liquor over ice, than dropping liquor will chill better. 1 4a rather 1 C If you’re caught short « 4ja without pre-chilled glasses in the refrig­ erator, fill your glasses with crushed ice while ybu’re mixing the drinks. Then dump the ice and pour. Ccube makes 2 to 2H ounces of water. I Use only freeh fruit, and make sure it's thoroughly squeezed. „ 6 Remember that one ice t*O When you’re cutting I the white under part; I Oa peel for a drink, remove it's bitter and quin troth with pro- ’ fessional flair? Add a I drop of milk to your . mix before shaking. WSoak lemons in cold I • water for fifteen min­ utes to get more juice | from them. Then roll , them on a hard surface. | 1 1 Rub the edges of the | Ila bottle with waxed . paper before pouring to | prevent dripping. An . occasional rub will do. I IQ Rinse ice cubes with | l&»a few gin sees of cold . water to get rid of the I snowy look. IQ Don’t stir carbonated ■ IO. beverages vigorously. I . . -I 1y| Keep simple syrup «.«ugar ar ‘ and water, pre- i —on hand for the I mixed— moat efficient way of | sweetening drinks. It I will dissolve; plain I sugar will often pre- • sent problems. 4P clean glasses — XU* with clean ice—(or onda. Just a drop or two of a stale drink can ruin a fresh one. Another good tip... mellow your next drink with .it’l of ways pleasure! I.W. HARPER THR *01.0 MRDAL aOUMON mm V •• Wr—A •< 1OO Proof BotUoU In--------- O'.« MTum cs. twunii kxtucw Commission Meets A Commission on the Status of Negro Women has been es­ tablished in New York City in keeping with President Kennedy’s call to the women of the nation to discuss the progress they have made, to review their accomp­ lishments and to spell out the steps which must be taken to bring about fuH equiality in a democratic society. There was a meeting last Sun day at the Abyssinian Baptist Church, at which Adam Clayton Powell Jr., chairman of the House Committee on Education and Labor was the keynote speak­ er. » Other speakers were Dr. Ar- enia C. Mallory, Mrs. Anna Arnold Hedgeman, and Attorney Ruth Whitehead Whaley. Cite Dr. Hewell Dr. Grace L. Hewell, Pro­ gram Coordination Officer, Of­ fice of Assistant Secretary for Legislation. Department of Health, 'Education, and Welfare was presented the Status of Negro Women’s first award. Officers and members of the New York City Commission are: Mrs. Lillian Upshur, chairman: Mrs. Amy Terry, Mrs. Thelma Johnson, Mrs. Alma Boyd, Miss Gwendolyn Jones, Mrs. Estelle Noble, Miss Rose Jourdain, Mrs. Catherine Basie, Mrs. Dolly Rob­ inson, Mrs. Julia Jones, Mrs. Robbie Clark, Mrs. Maude Gad sen. Mrs. Estelle Isaacs. Mrs E. Garner, Mrs. Edler Hawkins and Mrs. Edna Kinney. Minisink Alumni Aid Pledges $1,000 The Camp Minisink Alumni As sociation held ils annual fall dance last Saturday evening at the Savoy Manor. The proceeds from this benefit will help the Camp Minisink program which las pledged to give to Mlnisink $1,000 or more each year. The officers of the alumni as­ sociation are Harry B. Qulntyne president; Leola White, vice pres­ ident: Dorothy Pickering, corres­ ponding secretary: Jacqueline »oker. recording secretary: Ar noid Parker, treasurer: Fred Harris, business manager and Theodore Britton, chaplain. Mrs. Nichols Marks Birthday 409 Mrs. Cartotta Nichols, of Edgecombe Ave., celebrated the birthday last Saturday at home of her son and daughter in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nich­ ols at 2235 Fifth Ave. Guests who celebrated with her included Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Johnson. Water Supply Commis ■loner and Mrs. Arthur Ford Miss Perdlta Duncan, Mr. and Mrs. Hoosaia Dharamsy, Charles Sraithwyck and Mrs. Walter White. Boy For The Sopios Patrolman and Mrs. Pedro Sapia. of Bryant Ave. of the Bronx, surprised their friends and fellow officers with a brand new patrolman “Pierre Sapia He was 8 months old on Wednes day and weighs 18 pounds and 34 ounces. Papa Sapia Is at Inched to the Forest Houses Pro­ ject Women's Committee Aid Boy Scouts With Fashion The Women’s Committee of the Greater New York Boy Scouts of America presented a fashion show at a luncheon at the Top of the Fair Restaurant at the World’s Fair site last Wednesday where Mrs. Robert F. Wagner was guest of honor. Mrs. Morris Newburger was chairman. The fashion show presented the designs of Harvey Berin and the commentator was Mrs. Lynne Lyons Blum. Music was provided by Bill Harrington Harrison Jackson and Mrs. Mau­ rice Green. Also Mrs. Edwin Thomas, ^frs. Margaret Ferguson Weeks. Mrs. Harold Turnquist, Mr. and Mrs.' Starling Penn. Mr. and Mrs. Al­ vin Hudgins, Mrs. Daisy Hicks. Mrs. William Hudgins, Mrs. Dor­ othea Towles Church, Mrs. Leon Lewis, Mrs. Adlaide Bryant, Mrs. Grant Reynolds and Mrs. W. C. Handy. And Miss Carol Bchumacher, Mrs. Carrie Calloway, Mrs. Rose Morgan, Miss Geri Major, Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Lennon, Mrs. Jane Swinski, Mr. nod Mrs. Man­ ual Brand, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Jay, Mrs. Jean Kaplan, Mrs. Fannye Pierre, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin, Taylor and Lt. Col Wil­ liam A. Roberts. And Mrs. Doris Simms. Mrs. Ceil Holtqn. Guests from Trenton, N.J. included Dr. and Mrs. J. Minor Sullivan III, Dr. and Mrs. Paul Williams, Dr. and Mrs. George Sheppard, Mrs. Katie Mborc. Other guest included Mrs. Evelyn Berry, Mrs. Eva Duncan and Mis. Vivian Williams. fustice Polier Is Re-Elected Louise Wise Services, one of he city’s oldest adoption agen- nes, today announced the re­ flection of Family Court Justice Justine Wise Polier as its pres­ ident. .Also serving as officers of the 16-year-old agency are Joseph S. [seman, new vice president; Mrs. Julius Stern, chairman of the Board; Mrs. Irving Brodsky, secretary; Mrs. Charles Moses, assistant secretary; Mrs. Richard L. Blum, treasurer and Howard SloaQ, assistant treasurer. Two new members have been added to the board who are Raymond Ruby and Arnold Youngtrman Fashion On Ice A fashion show, “Fashion n Ice*’ will be presented to open ospital Week of the United Hos- tal Fund, October 31, at 11:55 m. Rockefeller Plaza Oatdocr :e Skating Pond. Open to the ublic. Admission free. HO? »R “OUR GIRL’’ — The/ Moti Haven Reformed Church in t Bronx gave citations to won n in the five boroughs who they considered had 1- * mac Significant contributions to N v York City. Miss Daphne She, ard, manager of the Am- ster m News Brooklyn office and olumnist of “King's Di­ ary’was among those honor- - — ed a list which included suet women as Miss Marian Andjson, Commissioner Anna | Kroj and Mrs. Norman Vin- centPeale. Miss Sheppard was citefn the field of journalism for t aid that she has been to the lbs, organizations and wo- n groups in their church, chaeble and civic work in Brofyn and Queens. Rev. Cam. Thomas is pastor. PEPSI-COLA RESENTS h THE WPK’S CALENDAR 01 EVENTS let. 31—DANCE; Renaissance; C^ens Association' for Political Education. let. 31—Party; East River Houses Mildren's Center; Mills >ct. 31- iov. College of Education ~- THEATRE; None of Us YMCA; Y Drama Worksho 1—Dance; Vernon Manor (M Daughter Rulers Council of W. Ever Born Brave; Vernon: Unity Past ( Westchester, IBPOE lov. 1—DANCE; Audubon; Ashlar No. 2, Joppa Lodge No. 55 F. and AM. Prince 111, 1—DANCE; Renaissance; Wo Euclid Lodge. Square Club ot I1 ,1—DANCE; Audubon: Regina 1—DANCE; Savoy Manor; Uni 1— DANCE; Savoy Manor; Pui ipter. sal Square Club. Social and Civic Jov. • Nov. Nov. Nov. Club. - Nov. 2-29—ART EXHIBIT; David At 171 W. 29th S Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. Arkep Gallery. 2— LUNCHEON; Waldorf AstorilMlnlsink Womento Association. * 2—DANCE; Savoy Manor; LaRu 2—DANCE; Carlton Terrace; 2—DANCE, Renaissance; Rose Society Igl Club, ty Social tee rs. haron Benivol I Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. 2—DANCE; Audubon; Craftsm 2—DANCE; Audubon; Circle No. 2^-DANCE; Savoy Manor; Trlnlt; 2—DANCE; Saovy Manor; The P 2—DANCE; 8avoy Manor; Varie|8oclalltes Sodlal Club. ikra Lodge. Ige No. 5t lentj. ... » Club. Nov. 2—DANCE; Hunt’s Point Palace;|ue Rock Social Club. Nov. 2—DANCE; Hunt’s Point Palace|vonettes Social Club. Nov. 3—DANCE; Honor of Rep. Adam |Powell; Small's Paradise. Nov. 3-7-THEATRE: None of U$ Are Born Brave; YMCA; Y Drama Workshop. Nov. 4—MONDAY NIQHT CAMP FUND) Lounge; NY. Amsterdam New*. Nov. 3—LUNCHEON; NY. Hilton Hotel; Nov. 3—PARTY; Small’s Paradise;! Alfr Nov. 3—FASHION SHOW; Hotel ihe ier« Models. ITT J Mitina Women,] Isaacs 7urla Daniels ,fc *♦ Nov. 3—DANCE; Audubon; Manhattan St Nov. 3—DANCE; 8avoy Manor; Friends | Owners. Itopla Chll- dren’a Center. Nov. 8-10—BOWLINO TOURNAMENT; Len|Lanes; Na­ tional Bowling Association. Nov. 8—DANCE: Dawn Casino; Winggs soclatlon, Ins. Nov. 8-JAMBOREE; YMCA; West Indian Jfcoree Cbm- mlttee of the YMCA. Jfltf hen’8 another big event: tell ftps! In the 16 ei. bottle Serve more, save more! Material for this space is compiled by the N.Y. AmHerlNew^ The Amsterdam News is responsible for atl annotmcemeiipr^in WOMEN AID BOY SCOUTS - The Women's Committee of the Greater New York Coupeils. Boy Scouts of America gave a luncheon and fashion show at the Top of the Fair Restaurant last Wednesday with Mrs Rob­ ert Wagner as guest of honor Shown are some of the officers and guests who are from left, Mrs. Morris Newberger, chair­ man of the luncheon commit­ tee; Mrs. Wagner, “First Lady of New York City’’; Mrs. Wil­ liam A. Roberts, member of the committee, and Dan O Henry, Boy Scout executive. (Gilbert photo). Mrs. Roberts Tops Mrs. Murrean Barbara Rob­ erts of Harlem was a member of the luncheon committee and was cited for having raised the first $1,000 towards the current city wide financial campaign, The members of the committee included Mrs. Henry L. Lsmbert as co-chairman and Mesiames Edward Agababian. Milton C. Blum, Jr., Jacques Capella, Mar­ garet Commack. Neil English, Irving Feist, Robert Grimshaw, Neva Harmon, Melvin Mark, John Maxwell, and C. M. Monell, John K. Pierce. Sidney Pine, 'Villiam A. Roberts, Leon Root lerbert de Roth, Harry Scheln, trthur Steinkoler. Charles de Trenck, Estelle Weill, Paul W. Williams. Among the guests were Dr. and Hrs. Avin Mason, Dr. and Mrs. Charles Walburg, Dr. Ida Jig- jetts, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Dalzell. Hr and Mrs. Israel Sylvan, Mr. ind Mrs. Eddie G. Garris, Mr. md Mrs. Lesslie Turner. Mr and Hrs. Christopher Gilson. Mrs. JOINT AFFAIR—Ingleside Fee. Brooklyn Hampton Chib, Liv­ ingstone College Club and Knox­ ville College Club combined their efforts to give an intercol­ legiate scholarship darce at the Audubon Ballroom last Friday Mrs. George Rpberts, Mrs. Ta­ evening. Shown are some of the bitha Royal, Frjnklin Dees, officers and guests who are Knoxville, Miss Pegry Willie, from left, Miss Albertha Hin­ ton, Ingleside Fee, Mr. and Brooklyn Hampton. (McAdams Photo) POTENTATE'S BALL - Shown at the recent Potentates Ball given by the Medina Temple No. 19 of New York City at the 369th Armory last Satur­ day are, from left, Gus Moore, of Philadelphia, Pa.; George F. Smith of Atlantic City, N.J ; William A Wardlaw who is the illustrious potentate of the Medina Temple No. 19 and Mrs. Wardlaw’ and Arthur L. Hatcher of Baltimore, each a top of­ ficial in his Temple. (McAd­ ams Photoi YW Annual Meeting .‘‘If the activities of the past twelve months in civil rights have done nothing more, they should at least have convinced all of us that this is not an issue which can be ignored or lightly dismiss­ ed.’’ Whitney M. Young, Jr., execu­ tive director of the National Ur­ ban League, told the guests at the annual luncheon of the YWC\' of the City of New York given last Wednesday at the Waldorf- Astoria Hotel. Referring to the civil rights movement, Mr. Young stated, “thia Is a determined, grass-roots ferment which is neither manu­ factured by organizations or lead­ ers. nor can be stopped by them. The Issue before us. therefore, is how can we, as intelligent hu­ man beings, given Ibis increased aspiration, energy and impatience the intelligent guidance and dir­ ection necessary so that all con­ cerned will be benefited.’’ Equality nr Slavery Continuing, Mr. Young stated, It zhould be obvious to all of us that this Is not a peculiar phenomenon of 1963: rather the thrust Is one which wlH be with us either until the goal of true Negro citizen it completely en­ slaved The luncheon marked the laun ching of the citywide 1963 drive to raise $360,000 to cover 13 percent of the Association's yearly budget which provides pro­ grams and services for approxi mately lOO.OOO persons. The annuai report for the 1962-63 program year was re­ leased at the luncheon. High­ lights included completion of a major survey of YWCA build­ ings as the first step toward long range development and rehabil i tat ion; the start of renovations considered of top priority; and YWCA sponsorship ot a new com­ munity Center at the Drew-Ham­ ilton Houses, 143rd Street and Seventh Avenue. Gianna D'Angelo, coloratura so­ prano with the Metropolitan Op­ era and a former resident of the YWCA’s New York Studio Clyb, was a guest of honor, and Bar­ bara Britton, actress and televi­ sion personality, narrated a pic torial story of YWCA work. Mrs. Felix A. Mulgrew, presi MR YOUNG AIDS YW — Whitney Young, National dir­ ector of the National Urban League, was guest speaker for the annual luncheon of the YWCA of the City of New York held at the Waldorf Astoria last Wednesday. With him, from left, are Mra. Felix Muldrow president of the YW and Miss Barbara Britton, movie actress, who was a program participant at the event. How Can I? Q. How can I remove acid dent, asked for strong support stains from'fabrics? of the YWCA. The Reverend Dr Arthur L. Kinsolving, rector of St. James Protestant Episcopal Church, delivered the invocation, and Mrs. Frederick W. Appcll, luncheon chairman, presided. A. Dampen the spots, and then cover with salts of wormwood Let this remain for a few min utes, then rub the stains with a dry cloth. Untitled Document file:///C|/Documents%20and%20Settings/Administrator/Desktop/hello.html2/18/2007 11:01:03 AMThomas M. Tryniski 309 South 4th Street Fulton New York 13069 www.fultonhistory.com