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GRAPEVINE
THE FAMILY MAGAZINE
25c
DECEMBER, 1970
Season's
greetings
1971 Phi Beta sigma Fraternity
Sweetheart Candidates
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Season's
Greetings
Frank Johnson
Letter To Our Readers
Dear Readers:
The Grapevine staff wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year.
We thank all of our advertisers and readers who have supported
us this past year. Without your help this magazine
wouldn't be possible. This coming year we again ask for your
continued support and encourage you to introduce the Grapevine
to friends and relatives.
Exciting plans are in the making for this coming year. We have
some new and fresh ideas which we hope will improve the
magazine, to make your reading more educational and enjoy-
able.
To start the year off the January, 1971, issue will be the first
of our annual Who's Who in Fresno edition. It will feature many
of Fresno's outstanding Black men and women in their various
fields and professions. This will be followed by other interesting
issues.
Thank you again for your support!
Frank Johnson
Editor
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The
GRAPEVINE
Magazine
DECEMBER, 1970
GRAPEVINE CORP.
Fresno, Calif.
1012 S. Trinity
Phone 233-1346
or 485-2832
FRANK JOHNSON
Editor
FREDDIE HAYES
Advisor-Writer
CLEO JOHNSON
Advertising Editor
DONALD THUESEN
Advisor-Writer
JAMES ALDREDGE
Reporter-Writer
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DECEMBER, 1970
Table of Contents
Homecoming Queen ................................ 9
Sisters Earn Honors ................................10
Black Day-Pacific College ....................11
News of the Month ..................................13
Former Fresnan-Leroy Mims ................14
Negro College Fund Drive ......................15
Fresno West Development
Co. Project ......................................16
Volunteer Worker-Fannie Hayes ..........18
Christmas Prayer ··································20
What is Christmas? ................................21
Recipe of the Month-Egg Nog .............. 23
Music-Mr. Hurte ....................................26
High School News ..................................31
Community Worker-Andrea Perez ......33
Sigma Sweetheart Candidates ................34
Sports-Larry Battle ····················-··········37
Edison Pee Wee
Football Champions ........................38
Raisin Bowl Queen Candidates ..............39
Welcome Home Dinner ..........................40
A Black Man's Family Problems ............43
Destruction Derby Champions ................46
Photo Credits:
Fresno Bee Pp. 9, 10, 11, 15, 33, 37, 46
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Sunday 12 to 5
fresno fashion fair
SEE CHRISTMAS SEAL TOWN
Visit
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friends to visit him in Christ-
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there every day from 10 a.
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will be photographed with
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Fresno City College Homecoming Queens
SHARE HONORS-Tina Morin, left, and Beverly Daniels tied in the ballot-
ing for Fresno City College homecoming queen and both reigned over
the festivities. Miss Morin was nominated by the Ski Club and Miss
Daniels by the Black Students Union. Nine girls competed for the title.
Not to know is bad; not to wish to know is worse.
-Old African Proverb
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Sisters Earn Honors
Jacqueline Fuqua Geraldine Fuque
Jacqueline and Geraldine Fuqua, twin daughters of Mr. and Mrs.
Gene Fuqua of Fresno, have been awarded certificates of merit and
honor upon their selection to the honor roll of the Los Angeles Job Corps
Center for Women.
The 21-year-old girls are 1968 graduates of Edison High School where
they were outstanding track athletes. They are to complete their secre-
tarial training, IBM Keypunch, in San Francisco.
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Fresno Pacific College Black Day Festival
BLACK DAY-Clothing and jewelry made by Negroes were displayed at
Fresno Pacific College during Black Day festivities, during which black
students explained various aspects of their culture. From left are Curtis
Hurd, president of the United Minorities Student Association; Zachary
Sconiers, Kenneth Roberts and Mary Lavender. Dashikis, similar to the
one held by Miss Lavender and worn by Sconiers, earrings and neck
pieces were on display. Other activities were a simulated religious service,
a talk by Providence Baptist Church Pastor Ruben Scott and a lunch of
soul food.
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----News of the Month ---
DR. BUGG HEADS
NEW BOARD OF
HINTON CENTER
Dr. George Bugg, a West Fresno
physician, is the new president of
the Cecil C. Hinton Community Center
board of directors, succeeding
E. Z. Herrington.
Bugg and a new slate of board
officers were elected for one-year
terms at a board meeting recently
in the center.
The other officers are Loretta
White, first vice president; Hattie
McNeal, second vice president;
Olivia Brewer, secretary; Irene Dow,
corresponding secretary, and Army
Sgt. Isiah Morris, treasurer.
FRESNO'S NAACP ELECTS OFFICERS
At last month's regular meeting of the local chapter of the National
Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the nomination committee
recommended that the present officers remain in their positions
for the next two years.
The recommendation of the nomination committee was accepted by
the members, and automatically elects Mrs. Erma Jean Turner, president;
Jesse McDonald, first vice president; James Hansford, second vice president;
Mrs. Elma Sterling, secretary; Mrs. Alma Lewis, treasurer; and Mrs.
Loretta White, assistant secretary. The present executive board will also
remain the same for the next two years.
This move by the nomination committee and members of the NAACP
gives Mrs. Turner a vote of confidence for the manner in which she has
led the branch for the past four months as president.
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Leroy Mims (right) and Tom Pruitt, Student Coordinator of Culture
Center, Contra Costa College.
FORMER FRESNAN
Leroy Mims, a former Fresno policeman, is now serving as Director of
Special Programs at Contra Costa College in San Pablo, California. Mims
received a B.A. degree in criminology from Fresno State College in 1956,
and since then has earned a Master of Arts Degree at San Francisco State
College. Presently he is working on a Doctorate Degree at the University
of California in Berkeley.
Since leaving the Fresno Police Department in 1959 to become a
physical education instructor for Berkeley Public School District, Mims'
track and basketball teams have won several league championships. He
was named Coach of the Year in 1963 after his high school teams produced
an outstanding record of 44 wins and 3 losses.
In 1964 Mims became the first black basketball coach in a California
community college when he joined Contra Costa College Physical Education
staff as assistant basketball coach. In 1967 he became head coach
at Contra Costa and continued to coach winning teams with a record of
52 wins and 7 losses during his tenure-1967-1969. He was named
Coach of the Year, 1968-69, when his team won 27 games and lost only
3 and had a 14-0 league record, which was one of the best won-loss
records in the state.
Mims, himself, won many honors in athletics during his high school
and college days. He was a star basketball, track, and baseball star at
College of Sequoias and Fresno State College.
In 1969 Mims became Director of Special Programs at Contra Costa
College and became the first black administrator in the Contra Costa
Community College School District.
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Fresno Negro College Fund Drive Opens
Gerald H. Blum Julia T. Brown
The United Negro College Fund
drive in Fresno has begun with a
goal of $20,000 to help raise $10
million nationally for 36 privately
supported Negro colleges.
UNCF is an educational "community
chest" founded in 1944 by
John D. Rockefeller, Jr., to help the
member colleges raise funds to support
their fully accredited institutions.
Gerald H. Blum, vice president
of Gottschalk's and 1970 chairman
of the local fund appeal, said, "We
in the Fresno area have for the
first time a unique opportunity to
help Americans obtain a college
education."
Blum said members of UNCF are
a "major national asset. They are
able to move swiftly and effectively
in meeting the needs of disadvantaged
high school graduates
who seek an opportunity for higher
education but cannot meet the
financial or educational require-
ments of the state and private col-
leges and universities of our country."
The fund raised $6.8 million nationally
last year. The member
schools receive no state aid and
are maintained primarily through
philanthropic support, Blum said.
The fund provides scholarships
and other financial aid to needy
students and offers specially designed
remedial programs to overcome
disadvantaged educational
backgrounds. The colleges are open
to all nationalities.
The graduates of the member
schools include about 85 per cent
of the nation's Negro physicians,
75 per cent of the country's Negro
Ph.D's and many outstanding community
leaders in Fresno and
throughout the nation, Blum said.
Serving with Blum are Mrs. Julia
T. Brown, a member of the Fresno
State College Advisory Board; Elmer
T. Richter, Jr., president of the
Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. of Fresno,
and Philip Weigand, senior vice
president of the Security Pacific National
Bank.
The local drive will run through
Dec. 31. Contributions may be sent
to the United Negro College Fund,
Security Pacific National Bank, P.
0. Box 1691, Fresno, 93718.
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A. Fresno West Development Company Project
Mrs. Mary Richardson, Manager
MR. BOLD MEN'S WEAR STORE OPENS
Wayne Richardson and Ralph Walker are the owners of Mr. Bold, the
new fashionable boutique men's wear store at 1219 Fresno Street. The
store is located in West Fresno and carries a wide range of creative and
unique men's clothing and accessories.
Richardson is a graduate of Edison High School and has attended
Fresno City and San Diego City Colleges. He served in Viet Nam for the
U.S. Army for one year and had earned the rank of Sergeant by the
time he was discharged. Richardson is married to the former Shirley R.
Clark and they have a seven months old son, Terran Anthony.
Walker is also an Edison High graduate and has attended Fresno City,
San Diego City, and Pacific Colleges. He was a star basketball player in
high school and college. While in the Army he made the All-Army Basketball
team in 1967-68 and served in Korea, Japan and Thailand.
Walker is married to Rita Calhoun a pre-school teacher.
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See our "NOW" shop for the
BOLD look in Fashion!
featuring:
• Italian Knits by Bly
• A-1 Flares
• Flares by Stan Pearlman
• Men's Jewelry by Dante
and Hickok
Mr. Bold
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"The Gentlemen's Boutique"
Ralph J. Walker and
Wayne Richardson, owners
phone 485-7401 1219 Fresno Street
Volunteer
Worker
Mrs. Fannie Hayes
Mrs. Fannie Hayes, wife of Dr. Freddie Hayes, has given many hours
of her time serving on various boards and committees in her community
since coming to Fresno lO years ago. She has served as secretary of the
Executive Board of Fresno Chapter of National Foundation "March of
Dimes" 1965-66, area chairman "Mothers' March" Franklin School Neighborhood,
vice president Fresno Chapter National Council of Negro Women,
President Sigma Shadows (Aux. Phi. Beta Sigma Fraternity), active
member Carter Memorial A.M.E. church, Women's Symphony League,
Daughter of Isis, board member North Avenue Center, Malloch and Bullard
P.T.A.'s. She recently served as P.T.A. carnival chairman of Bullard
School
Mrs. Hayes was instrumental in organizing the local auxiliary of the
San Joaquin Medical Society to the National Medical Association in 1969,
and served as its first president. She is also first vice president of the
Women's Auxiliary to the Golden State Medical Association on the state
level. This year Mrs. Hayes served as delegate to the State Auxiliary convention
to A.M.A. in San Francisco, and has served as decoration chairman
of Fresno County Medical Auxiliary.
Dr. and Mrs. Hayes and their children, Aleta, Alan and Wayne recently
attended the Diamond Anniversary of the National Medical Association
in Atlanta, Georgia. Mrs. Hayes also enjoys her hobbies-craft and
sewing. She makes many paper mache items used in decorating her home.
Mrs. Hayes states "I certainly feel community involvement is necessary
to help determine our destinies."
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1970 Ebony Fashion Fair
"THE LIBERATED LOOK" is the theme for the Ebony Fashion Fair, a travelinf
show, which will be presented Dec. 8 as a charity benefit by Alpha
Chi Pi Omega Sorority. Dramatic styles will be modeled by professionals
before sorority members and their guests at an 8 p.m. gathering in Del
Webb's TowneHouse. Tickets are $6 and will sold at the door. The show
of uninhibited 1970 fashions, produced by Ebony Magazine, is appearing
in 76 cities from coast to coast. The show is built on a series of costumes
offering multichoice in fashion-from the very feminine to the
dramatically elegant. Mrs. Jimmy Echols is chairman of the event and
Mrs. Ruby Jo Dreher is in charge of publicity.
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A Christmas Prayer
Let us pray that strength and courage
abundant be given to all who work for
a world of reason and understanding *
that the good that lies in every man's
heart may day by day be magnified *
that men will come to see more clearly
not that which divides them, but that
which unites them * that each hour may
bring us closer to a final victory, not of
nation over nation, but of man over his
own evils and weaknesses * that the true
spirit of this Christmas Season - its joy,
its beauty, its hope, and above all its
abiding faith - may live among us * that
the blessings of peace be ours - the peace
to build and grow, to live in harmony and
sympathy with others, and to
plan for the future with
confidence.
What Is Christmas?
Christmas is the spark of anticipation in the eyes of a
child...nostalgia in the memories of the aged...a warm
glow in the hearts of parents...a spiritual rebirth in the
souls of Christians.
Christmas is the dancing flames of a log fire...snow
blanketing the plains, the hills, the valleys...a turkey roast-
ing in the oven...a cold wind rustling the limbs of a naked
tree...smoke curling out of a chimney top...the haunting
fragrance of pine needles...jostling crowds of last-minute
shoppers.
Christmas is a reminder of friendships, old and new...
It's a better appreciation of the love and affection of those
who are nearest our hearts...It's a sprig of mistletoe hung
over a door ... toys hidden in the attic ... fruit cake, cookies,
and candy on a sideboard ... a Salvation Army lass ringing
a bell ... letters scribbled in childish handwriting and addressed
to Santa ... It's red stockings hanging on the mantle
... It's a lighted tree sprinkled with the colors of the rain-
bow. Christmas is an ideal ... a glorious Season when the
thoughts of men are less selfish and more selfless ... when
men re-learn one of life's oldest lessons ... that giving pro-
vides more pleasures than receiving ... Christmas is a bright
star shining in the Heavens ... to guide men of this genera-
tion and of all the generations to come ... as it guided the
Wise Men on that night nearly two thousand years ago ...
when the Christ Child was born in an humble manger in
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Recipe
Of The Month
by Frank "Gil" Glasse
EGG NOG
• 12 Egg Yolks
• 1 Cup Sugar
• 2 Cups Brandy
• Dash of Salt
• 12 Egg Whites
• 2 Cups Whipping Cream
• 1 Qt. of Milk
• Nutmeg
Beat egg yolks slightly using large mixing bowl. Add sugar and
beat until thick and lemon color. Slowly add Brandy, beating con-
stantly at low speed of the electric mixer. Chill 2 ½ hrs. Add salt
to egg whites and beat until almost stiff. Whip whipping cream
until stiff. Stir 1 qt. of milk into chilled egg yolk mixture, fold
egg whites, fold in whipping cream, sprinkle nutmeg on top
drink when served.
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In our downtown store cosmetics department at
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MUSIC
Leroy E. Hurte
Leroy E. Hurte, founder and former conductor of the Angel City Sym-
phony in Los Angeles, appeared as Guest Conductor of the Fresno Phil-
harmonic Orchestra this past month in Hanford. Hurte conducted the
Carman Suite by Bizet. Guy Taylor was the Music Director of the Phil-
harmonic.
In 1968, Mr. Hurte came to Hanford to serve as manager of Radio
Station KOAD and was immediately invited to serve as Conductor of the
Hanford Community Choral Society. The Society's annual presentation of
The Messiah is eargerly anticipated by the citizens of Hanford. He was
Director of the First Baptist Church Choir for one year and is currently
Choir Director for the First Methodist Church in Hanford.
In the spring of 1970, Mr. Hurte was guest conductor of the Kings
County Symphony Orchesta and performed Carl Orff's Carmina Burana.
He was accorded a standing ovation by the enthusiastic audience.
Mr. Hurte has taught music at Roosevelt Elementary and Lemoore High
Schools, and is teacher of Chorus at Hanford Adult School. He is a mem-
ber of the Rotary Club, and is listed in Who's Who in California.
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GRAVES UPHOLSTERY SHOP
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Season's Greetings
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the busy man
If you want to get a favor done
By some obliging friend,
And want a promise, faith and sure,
On which you may depend,
Don't go to him who always has
Much leisure time to plan,
But if you want your favor done,
Just ask the busy man.
The man with leisure never has
A moment he can spare,
He's always putting off until
His friends are in despair.
But, he whose every waking hour
Is crowded full of work,
Forgets the art of wasting time-
He cannot stop to shirk.
So when you want a favor done
And want it right away
Go to the man who constantly
Works many hours a day.
He'll find a moment sure, somewhere
That has no other use,
And fix you while the idle man
Is framing an excuse.
-Anonymous
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HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
Not long ago, high school newspapers mostly were
filled with features on popular students, sports, editorials
on topics like school spirit and keeping the campus clean.
Things are different now.
Here is an article taken from the VIKING VOICE,
published by students at Kingsburg Union High School,
Kingsburg.
The Flag
By Lana Grey
Contrary to what many may think the traditional salute to the
Flag is not a law, an ordinance, an order, or a requirement of an
American citizen. To salute the Flag is up to each individual
person. It is a personal decision.
Many people have been labeled "communists," "anti-Ameri-
cans," "flag burners," "socialists," and just about anything that
pertains to the left side of right because they do not salute the
Flag.
The ironic thing about this is that these name callers condemn
us for not saluting the Flag (which to them means not loving
America), yet can go to the river and dump all their empty beer
cans in it. "Good Americans!"
I do not believe that patriotism and love of my country can
be determined by saluting my country's Flag.
Personally I cannot salute the Flag and really be honest and
true to myself. The words of allegiance, to me, are hypocritical;
for example, the last line, "With liberty and justice for all." It
isn't true. Think about it.
To me allegiance means more than standing up at 8:20 each
morning and reciting memorized words. It means more than
serving in the military. Allegiance, to me, means helping people
through understanding, education, opportunity and brotherhood.
Allegiance, for me, is not to the government; it is to my needy
brothers.
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MRS. ANDREA PEREZ spends much of her time, as above, work-
ing with children.
Community Worker
Mrs. Andrea Perez, mother of six children, is truly setting an example
of involvement in her community, one she hopes will serve as a guide
for others.
In addition to being a mother, Mrs. Perez works as a teacher aide in
the West Fresno schools, attends classes at Fresno City College and is an
active member in the Mexican-American Political Association (MAPA),
Mexican Emergency Aid to MAPA, the West Fresno Health Council, the
Parents Advisory Committee at Franklin School, the executive board at
Fort Miller Junior High School, Parent-Teacher Club at Ivy Junior High
School, and the board of the Council for Mexican Girls.
She is president of the Franklin School Parent-Teacher Association, and
the West Fresno Crippled Children's Society and a board member of the
North Avenue Community Center. Mrs. Perez also works with girls who
are wards of the Fresno County Juvenile Hall. She said, "I feel happy
helping people."
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PHI BETA SIGMA SWEETHEART CANDIDATES
TAMMRA McRONNEY, 18, is a
graduate of McLane High School.
She is an Education Major at
Fresno City College and enjoys
swimming, traveling and horse-
back riding. Her parents are Mr.
and Mrs. Rozzie Doulthus.
JUDY GANT, 18, is a graduate
of Edison High School. She is a
Social Welfare Major at Fresno
City College and is the daughter
of Mrs. Gladys Gant of Fresno.
Judy enjoys sewing, cooking,
music and going to parties.
VALDA KIRKLAND, 18, a graduate
of San Joaquin Memorial
High School is a Medical Secre-
tary Major at Fresno City College.
She is the daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Kirk Kirkland. Valda enjoys
listening to music, bowling and
sewing.
VALERIE CHATMON, 18, is a
graduate of Hoover High School.
Presently she is a student at
Fresno City College majoring in
Sociology. Valerie hopes to become
an airline stewardess. Mr.
and Mrs. Roosevelt Craig are
her parents.
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WANDA MACK, 18, is a gradu-
ate of McLane High School. She
is a Fresno City College student
majoring in Home Economics.
Wanda enjoys cooking and listening
to records. Mr. and Mrs.
Thurlin Childes are her parents.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity un-
dergraduate chapter is present-
ing its 13th annual " Sweetheart
Ball" Christmas night, December
25, 1970, at the Hacienda's Las
Vegas room. At the Ball one of
these six lovely ladies will be
selected to reign as the 1971 Phi
Beta Sigma's Sweetheart. Each
contestant will be judged on her
personality, scholastic achieve-
ments, and extra-curricular ac-
tivities.
STACEY TATE, 18, is a graduate
of Edison High School. She is a
cosmetologist major at Fresno
City College. Stacey, the daugh-
ter of Mr. and Mrs. Clemon Beck,
enjoys going bowling with
friends.
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Larry Battle Breaks 0.J. Simpson1s
National Junior College Scoring Record
Larry Battle, split end for undefeated Reedley College broke the Na-
tional Junior College scoring record set by 0.J. Simpson. Battle, a soph-
omore from Washington Union High School, this season has caught 80
passes for 1,329 yards which means that he has caught more passes
than any other junior college player in the state history. He has scored
26 touchdowns and has kicked 44 conversions and has caught two PAT
passes for a total of 204 points. 0.J. had held the all-time junior college
scoring record of 196 points, posted in 1966 when he was playing for
City College of San Francisco.
During each game Battle uses three pairs of shoes-a pair of light-
weight shoes for pass patterns, a pair of square-toed shoes for PAT's
and a third pair of gickoffs which his coach, J. R. Boone, calls his "psy-
cho"-or good-luck shoes.
The Reedley College Tigers are led by quarterback Steve Jacoby, who
himself is one of the best quarterbacks in the state. The team is now
competing for the state small schools division's junior college football
title for the third time.
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Edison Pee Wee Tigers Wins Championship
Front row, l.-r.: Howard Lett, Gregory Dupree, Ronald Taylor, Bobby
Smallwood, Dewayne Martin, Michael Ward. Second row: Dewayne
Richardson, Steven Woods, Gene McKinney, Larry Hendrix, Eric Lett,
Leonard Hall. Third row: Rennay Freeman, Bennie Johnson, Oscar
Williams, Stanley Marshall, Roosevelt Washington. Fourth row: Asst.
Coach Michael McGough, William Eddings, Trennell Malone, Anthony
Washington, and Kyle Stevens.
This season there are only a few undefeated football teams around the
nation. The youngest grid team in Fresno is among them.
The Tathams sponsored Edison Tigers American League Champs of
Pop Warner Football League, concluded regular season play undefeated
and topped it off with a 42-0 shellacking of Orange Empire Champion
team of Anaheim California in the Raisin Bowl.
Quarterback Howard Lett led the Tigers to an easy victory in the
Raisin Bowl. He completed five of lO tosses for 222 yards and two
touchdowns, while running for two more scores. Quick 79-pound Ronald
Taylor was named outstanding back and Anthony Washington was
named the top lineman of the game.
Through teamwork, individual talent and a well coordinated coaching
staff the Tigers achieved an impressive undefeated season of 9-0. They
scored 230 points and had only 22 points scored against them. Howard
Lewis, Vincent Santana, Richard Valentine, and Michael McGough are
the team coaches.
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Head Coach Howard Lewis
Asst. Coach Vincent Santana
Asst. Coach Richard Valentine
RAISIN BOWL QUEEN CANDIDATES
MARY AND CHRISTINE ARREGUIN represented Ivy Junior High School of
West Fresno in the Junior Raisin Bowl Queen Contest. The student body
selected the girls on the basis of scholarship, personality, citizenship, and
poise. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Arreguin of 1742 E. Dorothy are the parents
of the twins.
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Religion
Sister Ina and Elder Stafford Brown
"A WELCOME HOME DINNER"
Members of the Bethel Temple No. 2 Church of God in Christ gave a
homecoming dinner for their pastor, Elder Stafford Brown, and his wife,
Sister Ina Brown, of 1706 S. Plumas, Fresno, California.
The dinner was served in Bethel Temple's cafeteria at 420 Fresno
Street, on November 15, 1970, at 1:30 p.m.
The welcome home dinner was given in honor of the pastor and his
wife, on their return from the "Sixty-third Annual Holy Convocation
Church of God in Christ. The convention was held in Mason's Temple,
938 Mason Street, Memphis, Tennessee, November 3 through November
13, 1970.
The theme of this year's International Convention was "CHRIST-THE
UNIVERSAL NEED." The International Persiding Bishop was Bishop J.O.
Patterson.
Reported by
Sister Ann Telfor
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Too Beautiful
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Too Black
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A Black Man's Family Problems
By John Bontemps
Few men in this nation who are not black can understand the problems
which face a black husband and father in his effort to give his
family the kind of security the white men takes for granted. There is
little glory in his life, little hope and very little faith in the future. The
only light in his life is his family.
As a husband and father, few black men can fail. His strength comes
mainly from his ability to endure, and endure he must in order to exist.
To give his wife and children love and as much protection as he can in
a white society is the most that other blacks expect of him.
However, this does not help the morale of the black man. He knows
of the allowances made for him by his famlily, but he is not satisfied
to do this little. He expects more of himself.
The black man is a proud man in a country where true pride almost is
extinct. He is caught up in a country where strength is measured largely
in political and economic power. He is a poor man in a country indifferent
to poverty. In other words, too often he is beaten before he
starts.
Some might question this or say it is an exaggeration. If this is so,
then why is life so hard and empty for black men?
How many blacks must stammer when they promise their young a
future that is not in their power to give? How many have given their
lives in defense of this country only to be denied a grave in the white
man's cemetery? How many have to look in the eyes of their children
and explain that because they are black their lot is little food, hand-off
clothing, and scant future?
How is the black father to explain to his children they should not
fight in the streets, should not be bitter or should not distrust the
white man? Can he explain all this without sounding like a "poor me"
excuse? And what will he read in their eyes: Pity or contempt?
How can a black father explain to his sons the words: "Ask not what
your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country."
This, when he cannot respond to them himself? How much more can he
give? Where is the end to the asking?
Of course there are whites in this nation who understand the problems
faced by black men. There are those who admit an error has been
made in the treatment of blacks in this country. But those who understand
are not doing enough to help, and those who admit to the error
have done too little, really, to rectify it.
Few black fathers take pride in the fact their children fight in the
streets, but there is little they can do to stop it. Black fathers are faced
with the problem of answering the questions of black children which requires
a conviction they, the fathers, do not have, and the black youth
of today are not easily convinced.
Therefore, any appeal by black parents to bring peace to the ranks
of black youths must be augmented by some hope and promise of opportunity
for the future of the young blacks.
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Destruction Deby Champions
CHAMPIONS-Mr. and Mrs. Willie McNeal of Fresno display some of the
trophies they have won in destruction derby contests throughout the
western part of the United States. The trophies they hold are the latest
added to their collection-won in Phoenix, where McNeal won the Arizona
State Derby Championship. He outbashed 20 other drivers in the
main event to get the trophy. His wife, Frances, won the powder puff
demolition contest in Phoenix, smashing out seven other drivers in the
process. This was her fourth championship. McNeal also proved himself
adept at driving stock cars at the now-being-demolished Kearney Bowl.
He finished high in the standings in "early-late" competition. The "early-
late" field included cars from the l 950's through 1963.
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To start the year off the January, 1971, issue will be the first
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of Fresno's outstanding Black men and women in their various
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Table of Contents
Homecoming Queen ................................ 9
Sisters Earn Honors ................................10
Black Day-Pacific College ....................11
News of the Month ..................................13
Former Fresnan-Leroy Mims ................14
Negro College Fund Drive ......................15
Fresno West Development
Co. Project ......................................16
Volunteer Worker-Fannie Hayes ..........18
Christmas Prayer ··································20
What is Christmas? ................................21
Recipe of the Month-Egg Nog .............. 23
Music-Mr. Hurte ....................................26
High School News ..................................31
Community Worker-Andrea Perez ......33
Sigma Sweetheart Candidates ................34
Sports-Larry Battle ····················-··········37
Edison Pee Wee
Football Champions ........................38
Raisin Bowl Queen Candidates ..............39
Welcome Home Dinner ..........................40
A Black Man's Family Problems ............43
Destruction Derby Champions ................46
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Fresno City College Homecoming Queens
SHARE HONORS-Tina Morin, left, and Beverly Daniels tied in the ballot-
ing for Fresno City College homecoming queen and both reigned over
the festivities. Miss Morin was nominated by the Ski Club and Miss
Daniels by the Black Students Union. Nine girls competed for the title.
Not to know is bad; not to wish to know is worse.
-Old African Proverb
9
Sisters Earn Honors
Jacqueline Fuqua Geraldine Fuque
Jacqueline and Geraldine Fuqua, twin daughters of Mr. and Mrs.
Gene Fuqua of Fresno, have been awarded certificates of merit and
honor upon their selection to the honor roll of the Los Angeles Job Corps
Center for Women.
The 21-year-old girls are 1968 graduates of Edison High School where
they were outstanding track athletes. They are to complete their secre-
tarial training, IBM Keypunch, in San Francisco.
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Fresno Pacific College Black Day Festival
BLACK DAY-Clothing and jewelry made by Negroes were displayed at
Fresno Pacific College during Black Day festivities, during which black
students explained various aspects of their culture. From left are Curtis
Hurd, president of the United Minorities Student Association; Zachary
Sconiers, Kenneth Roberts and Mary Lavender. Dashikis, similar to the
one held by Miss Lavender and worn by Sconiers, earrings and neck
pieces were on display. Other activities were a simulated religious service,
a talk by Providence Baptist Church Pastor Ruben Scott and a lunch of
soul food.
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----News of the Month ---
DR. BUGG HEADS
NEW BOARD OF
HINTON CENTER
Dr. George Bugg, a West Fresno
physician, is the new president of
the Cecil C. Hinton Community Center
board of directors, succeeding
E. Z. Herrington.
Bugg and a new slate of board
officers were elected for one-year
terms at a board meeting recently
in the center.
The other officers are Loretta
White, first vice president; Hattie
McNeal, second vice president;
Olivia Brewer, secretary; Irene Dow,
corresponding secretary, and Army
Sgt. Isiah Morris, treasurer.
FRESNO'S NAACP ELECTS OFFICERS
At last month's regular meeting of the local chapter of the National
Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the nomination committee
recommended that the present officers remain in their positions
for the next two years.
The recommendation of the nomination committee was accepted by
the members, and automatically elects Mrs. Erma Jean Turner, president;
Jesse McDonald, first vice president; James Hansford, second vice president;
Mrs. Elma Sterling, secretary; Mrs. Alma Lewis, treasurer; and Mrs.
Loretta White, assistant secretary. The present executive board will also
remain the same for the next two years.
This move by the nomination committee and members of the NAACP
gives Mrs. Turner a vote of confidence for the manner in which she has
led the branch for the past four months as president.
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Leroy Mims (right) and Tom Pruitt, Student Coordinator of Culture
Center, Contra Costa College.
FORMER FRESNAN
Leroy Mims, a former Fresno policeman, is now serving as Director of
Special Programs at Contra Costa College in San Pablo, California. Mims
received a B.A. degree in criminology from Fresno State College in 1956,
and since then has earned a Master of Arts Degree at San Francisco State
College. Presently he is working on a Doctorate Degree at the University
of California in Berkeley.
Since leaving the Fresno Police Department in 1959 to become a
physical education instructor for Berkeley Public School District, Mims'
track and basketball teams have won several league championships. He
was named Coach of the Year in 1963 after his high school teams produced
an outstanding record of 44 wins and 3 losses.
In 1964 Mims became the first black basketball coach in a California
community college when he joined Contra Costa College Physical Education
staff as assistant basketball coach. In 1967 he became head coach
at Contra Costa and continued to coach winning teams with a record of
52 wins and 7 losses during his tenure-1967-1969. He was named
Coach of the Year, 1968-69, when his team won 27 games and lost only
3 and had a 14-0 league record, which was one of the best won-loss
records in the state.
Mims, himself, won many honors in athletics during his high school
and college days. He was a star basketball, track, and baseball star at
College of Sequoias and Fresno State College.
In 1969 Mims became Director of Special Programs at Contra Costa
College and became the first black administrator in the Contra Costa
Community College School District.
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Fresno Negro College Fund Drive Opens
Gerald H. Blum Julia T. Brown
The United Negro College Fund
drive in Fresno has begun with a
goal of $20,000 to help raise $10
million nationally for 36 privately
supported Negro colleges.
UNCF is an educational "community
chest" founded in 1944 by
John D. Rockefeller, Jr., to help the
member colleges raise funds to support
their fully accredited institutions.
Gerald H. Blum, vice president
of Gottschalk's and 1970 chairman
of the local fund appeal, said, "We
in the Fresno area have for the
first time a unique opportunity to
help Americans obtain a college
education."
Blum said members of UNCF are
a "major national asset. They are
able to move swiftly and effectively
in meeting the needs of disadvantaged
high school graduates
who seek an opportunity for higher
education but cannot meet the
financial or educational require-
ments of the state and private col-
leges and universities of our country."
The fund raised $6.8 million nationally
last year. The member
schools receive no state aid and
are maintained primarily through
philanthropic support, Blum said.
The fund provides scholarships
and other financial aid to needy
students and offers specially designed
remedial programs to overcome
disadvantaged educational
backgrounds. The colleges are open
to all nationalities.
The graduates of the member
schools include about 85 per cent
of the nation's Negro physicians,
75 per cent of the country's Negro
Ph.D's and many outstanding community
leaders in Fresno and
throughout the nation, Blum said.
Serving with Blum are Mrs. Julia
T. Brown, a member of the Fresno
State College Advisory Board; Elmer
T. Richter, Jr., president of the
Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. of Fresno,
and Philip Weigand, senior vice
president of the Security Pacific National
Bank.
The local drive will run through
Dec. 31. Contributions may be sent
to the United Negro College Fund,
Security Pacific National Bank, P.
0. Box 1691, Fresno, 93718.
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A. Fresno West Development Company Project
Mrs. Mary Richardson, Manager
MR. BOLD MEN'S WEAR STORE OPENS
Wayne Richardson and Ralph Walker are the owners of Mr. Bold, the
new fashionable boutique men's wear store at 1219 Fresno Street. The
store is located in West Fresno and carries a wide range of creative and
unique men's clothing and accessories.
Richardson is a graduate of Edison High School and has attended
Fresno City and San Diego City Colleges. He served in Viet Nam for the
U.S. Army for one year and had earned the rank of Sergeant by the
time he was discharged. Richardson is married to the former Shirley R.
Clark and they have a seven months old son, Terran Anthony.
Walker is also an Edison High graduate and has attended Fresno City,
San Diego City, and Pacific Colleges. He was a star basketball player in
high school and college. While in the Army he made the All-Army Basketball
team in 1967-68 and served in Korea, Japan and Thailand.
Walker is married to Rita Calhoun a pre-school teacher.
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Volunteer
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Mrs. Fannie Hayes
Mrs. Fannie Hayes, wife of Dr. Freddie Hayes, has given many hours
of her time serving on various boards and committees in her community
since coming to Fresno lO years ago. She has served as secretary of the
Executive Board of Fresno Chapter of National Foundation "March of
Dimes" 1965-66, area chairman "Mothers' March" Franklin School Neighborhood,
vice president Fresno Chapter National Council of Negro Women,
President Sigma Shadows (Aux. Phi. Beta Sigma Fraternity), active
member Carter Memorial A.M.E. church, Women's Symphony League,
Daughter of Isis, board member North Avenue Center, Malloch and Bullard
P.T.A.'s. She recently served as P.T.A. carnival chairman of Bullard
School
Mrs. Hayes was instrumental in organizing the local auxiliary of the
San Joaquin Medical Society to the National Medical Association in 1969,
and served as its first president. She is also first vice president of the
Women's Auxiliary to the Golden State Medical Association on the state
level. This year Mrs. Hayes served as delegate to the State Auxiliary convention
to A.M.A. in San Francisco, and has served as decoration chairman
of Fresno County Medical Auxiliary.
Dr. and Mrs. Hayes and their children, Aleta, Alan and Wayne recently
attended the Diamond Anniversary of the National Medical Association
in Atlanta, Georgia. Mrs. Hayes also enjoys her hobbies-craft and
sewing. She makes many paper mache items used in decorating her home.
Mrs. Hayes states "I certainly feel community involvement is necessary
to help determine our destinies."
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1970 Ebony Fashion Fair
"THE LIBERATED LOOK" is the theme for the Ebony Fashion Fair, a travelinf
show, which will be presented Dec. 8 as a charity benefit by Alpha
Chi Pi Omega Sorority. Dramatic styles will be modeled by professionals
before sorority members and their guests at an 8 p.m. gathering in Del
Webb's TowneHouse. Tickets are $6 and will sold at the door. The show
of uninhibited 1970 fashions, produced by Ebony Magazine, is appearing
in 76 cities from coast to coast. The show is built on a series of costumes
offering multichoice in fashion-from the very feminine to the
dramatically elegant. Mrs. Jimmy Echols is chairman of the event and
Mrs. Ruby Jo Dreher is in charge of publicity.
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A Christmas Prayer
Let us pray that strength and courage
abundant be given to all who work for
a world of reason and understanding *
that the good that lies in every man's
heart may day by day be magnified *
that men will come to see more clearly
not that which divides them, but that
which unites them * that each hour may
bring us closer to a final victory, not of
nation over nation, but of man over his
own evils and weaknesses * that the true
spirit of this Christmas Season - its joy,
its beauty, its hope, and above all its
abiding faith - may live among us * that
the blessings of peace be ours - the peace
to build and grow, to live in harmony and
sympathy with others, and to
plan for the future with
confidence.
What Is Christmas?
Christmas is the spark of anticipation in the eyes of a
child...nostalgia in the memories of the aged...a warm
glow in the hearts of parents...a spiritual rebirth in the
souls of Christians.
Christmas is the dancing flames of a log fire...snow
blanketing the plains, the hills, the valleys...a turkey roast-
ing in the oven...a cold wind rustling the limbs of a naked
tree...smoke curling out of a chimney top...the haunting
fragrance of pine needles...jostling crowds of last-minute
shoppers.
Christmas is a reminder of friendships, old and new...
It's a better appreciation of the love and affection of those
who are nearest our hearts...It's a sprig of mistletoe hung
over a door ... toys hidden in the attic ... fruit cake, cookies,
and candy on a sideboard ... a Salvation Army lass ringing
a bell ... letters scribbled in childish handwriting and addressed
to Santa ... It's red stockings hanging on the mantle
... It's a lighted tree sprinkled with the colors of the rain-
bow. Christmas is an ideal ... a glorious Season when the
thoughts of men are less selfish and more selfless ... when
men re-learn one of life's oldest lessons ... that giving pro-
vides more pleasures than receiving ... Christmas is a bright
star shining in the Heavens ... to guide men of this genera-
tion and of all the generations to come ... as it guided the
Wise Men on that night nearly two thousand years ago ...
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MUSIC
Leroy E. Hurte
Leroy E. Hurte, founder and former conductor of the Angel City Sym-
phony in Los Angeles, appeared as Guest Conductor of the Fresno Phil-
harmonic Orchestra this past month in Hanford. Hurte conducted the
Carman Suite by Bizet. Guy Taylor was the Music Director of the Phil-
harmonic.
In 1968, Mr. Hurte came to Hanford to serve as manager of Radio
Station KOAD and was immediately invited to serve as Conductor of the
Hanford Community Choral Society. The Society's annual presentation of
The Messiah is eargerly anticipated by the citizens of Hanford. He was
Director of the First Baptist Church Choir for one year and is currently
Choir Director for the First Methodist Church in Hanford.
In the spring of 1970, Mr. Hurte was guest conductor of the Kings
County Symphony Orchesta and performed Carl Orff's Carmina Burana.
He was accorded a standing ovation by the enthusiastic audience.
Mr. Hurte has taught music at Roosevelt Elementary and Lemoore High
Schools, and is teacher of Chorus at Hanford Adult School. He is a mem-
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the busy man
If you want to get a favor done
By some obliging friend,
And want a promise, faith and sure,
On which you may depend,
Don't go to him who always has
Much leisure time to plan,
But if you want your favor done,
Just ask the busy man.
The man with leisure never has
A moment he can spare,
He's always putting off until
His friends are in despair.
But, he whose every waking hour
Is crowded full of work,
Forgets the art of wasting time-
He cannot stop to shirk.
So when you want a favor done
And want it right away
Go to the man who constantly
Works many hours a day.
He'll find a moment sure, somewhere
That has no other use,
And fix you while the idle man
Is framing an excuse.
-Anonymous
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HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
Not long ago, high school newspapers mostly were
filled with features on popular students, sports, editorials
on topics like school spirit and keeping the campus clean.
Things are different now.
Here is an article taken from the VIKING VOICE,
published by students at Kingsburg Union High School,
Kingsburg.
The Flag
By Lana Grey
Contrary to what many may think the traditional salute to the
Flag is not a law, an ordinance, an order, or a requirement of an
American citizen. To salute the Flag is up to each individual
person. It is a personal decision.
Many people have been labeled "communists," "anti-Ameri-
cans," "flag burners," "socialists," and just about anything that
pertains to the left side of right because they do not salute the
Flag.
The ironic thing about this is that these name callers condemn
us for not saluting the Flag (which to them means not loving
America), yet can go to the river and dump all their empty beer
cans in it. "Good Americans!"
I do not believe that patriotism and love of my country can
be determined by saluting my country's Flag.
Personally I cannot salute the Flag and really be honest and
true to myself. The words of allegiance, to me, are hypocritical;
for example, the last line, "With liberty and justice for all." It
isn't true. Think about it.
To me allegiance means more than standing up at 8:20 each
morning and reciting memorized words. It means more than
serving in the military. Allegiance, to me, means helping people
through understanding, education, opportunity and brotherhood.
Allegiance, for me, is not to the government; it is to my needy
brothers.
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MRS. ANDREA PEREZ spends much of her time, as above, work-
ing with children.
Community Worker
Mrs. Andrea Perez, mother of six children, is truly setting an example
of involvement in her community, one she hopes will serve as a guide
for others.
In addition to being a mother, Mrs. Perez works as a teacher aide in
the West Fresno schools, attends classes at Fresno City College and is an
active member in the Mexican-American Political Association (MAPA),
Mexican Emergency Aid to MAPA, the West Fresno Health Council, the
Parents Advisory Committee at Franklin School, the executive board at
Fort Miller Junior High School, Parent-Teacher Club at Ivy Junior High
School, and the board of the Council for Mexican Girls.
She is president of the Franklin School Parent-Teacher Association, and
the West Fresno Crippled Children's Society and a board member of the
North Avenue Community Center. Mrs. Perez also works with girls who
are wards of the Fresno County Juvenile Hall. She said, "I feel happy
helping people."
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PHI BETA SIGMA SWEETHEART CANDIDATES
TAMMRA McRONNEY, 18, is a
graduate of McLane High School.
She is an Education Major at
Fresno City College and enjoys
swimming, traveling and horse-
back riding. Her parents are Mr.
and Mrs. Rozzie Doulthus.
JUDY GANT, 18, is a graduate
of Edison High School. She is a
Social Welfare Major at Fresno
City College and is the daughter
of Mrs. Gladys Gant of Fresno.
Judy enjoys sewing, cooking,
music and going to parties.
VALDA KIRKLAND, 18, a graduate
of San Joaquin Memorial
High School is a Medical Secre-
tary Major at Fresno City College.
She is the daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Kirk Kirkland. Valda enjoys
listening to music, bowling and
sewing.
VALERIE CHATMON, 18, is a
graduate of Hoover High School.
Presently she is a student at
Fresno City College majoring in
Sociology. Valerie hopes to become
an airline stewardess. Mr.
and Mrs. Roosevelt Craig are
her parents.
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WANDA MACK, 18, is a gradu-
ate of McLane High School. She
is a Fresno City College student
majoring in Home Economics.
Wanda enjoys cooking and listening
to records. Mr. and Mrs.
Thurlin Childes are her parents.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity un-
dergraduate chapter is present-
ing its 13th annual " Sweetheart
Ball" Christmas night, December
25, 1970, at the Hacienda's Las
Vegas room. At the Ball one of
these six lovely ladies will be
selected to reign as the 1971 Phi
Beta Sigma's Sweetheart. Each
contestant will be judged on her
personality, scholastic achieve-
ments, and extra-curricular ac-
tivities.
STACEY TATE, 18, is a graduate
of Edison High School. She is a
cosmetologist major at Fresno
City College. Stacey, the daugh-
ter of Mr. and Mrs. Clemon Beck,
enjoys going bowling with
friends.
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Larry Battle Breaks 0.J. Simpson1s
National Junior College Scoring Record
Larry Battle, split end for undefeated Reedley College broke the Na-
tional Junior College scoring record set by 0.J. Simpson. Battle, a soph-
omore from Washington Union High School, this season has caught 80
passes for 1,329 yards which means that he has caught more passes
than any other junior college player in the state history. He has scored
26 touchdowns and has kicked 44 conversions and has caught two PAT
passes for a total of 204 points. 0.J. had held the all-time junior college
scoring record of 196 points, posted in 1966 when he was playing for
City College of San Francisco.
During each game Battle uses three pairs of shoes-a pair of light-
weight shoes for pass patterns, a pair of square-toed shoes for PAT's
and a third pair of gickoffs which his coach, J. R. Boone, calls his "psy-
cho"-or good-luck shoes.
The Reedley College Tigers are led by quarterback Steve Jacoby, who
himself is one of the best quarterbacks in the state. The team is now
competing for the state small schools division's junior college football
title for the third time.
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Edison Pee Wee Tigers Wins Championship
Front row, l.-r.: Howard Lett, Gregory Dupree, Ronald Taylor, Bobby
Smallwood, Dewayne Martin, Michael Ward. Second row: Dewayne
Richardson, Steven Woods, Gene McKinney, Larry Hendrix, Eric Lett,
Leonard Hall. Third row: Rennay Freeman, Bennie Johnson, Oscar
Williams, Stanley Marshall, Roosevelt Washington. Fourth row: Asst.
Coach Michael McGough, William Eddings, Trennell Malone, Anthony
Washington, and Kyle Stevens.
This season there are only a few undefeated football teams around the
nation. The youngest grid team in Fresno is among them.
The Tathams sponsored Edison Tigers American League Champs of
Pop Warner Football League, concluded regular season play undefeated
and topped it off with a 42-0 shellacking of Orange Empire Champion
team of Anaheim California in the Raisin Bowl.
Quarterback Howard Lett led the Tigers to an easy victory in the
Raisin Bowl. He completed five of lO tosses for 222 yards and two
touchdowns, while running for two more scores. Quick 79-pound Ronald
Taylor was named outstanding back and Anthony Washington was
named the top lineman of the game.
Through teamwork, individual talent and a well coordinated coaching
staff the Tigers achieved an impressive undefeated season of 9-0. They
scored 230 points and had only 22 points scored against them. Howard
Lewis, Vincent Santana, Richard Valentine, and Michael McGough are
the team coaches.
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Head Coach Howard Lewis
Asst. Coach Vincent Santana
Asst. Coach Richard Valentine
RAISIN BOWL QUEEN CANDIDATES
MARY AND CHRISTINE ARREGUIN represented Ivy Junior High School of
West Fresno in the Junior Raisin Bowl Queen Contest. The student body
selected the girls on the basis of scholarship, personality, citizenship, and
poise. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Arreguin of 1742 E. Dorothy are the parents
of the twins.
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Religion
Sister Ina and Elder Stafford Brown
"A WELCOME HOME DINNER"
Members of the Bethel Temple No. 2 Church of God in Christ gave a
homecoming dinner for their pastor, Elder Stafford Brown, and his wife,
Sister Ina Brown, of 1706 S. Plumas, Fresno, California.
The dinner was served in Bethel Temple's cafeteria at 420 Fresno
Street, on November 15, 1970, at 1:30 p.m.
The welcome home dinner was given in honor of the pastor and his
wife, on their return from the "Sixty-third Annual Holy Convocation
Church of God in Christ. The convention was held in Mason's Temple,
938 Mason Street, Memphis, Tennessee, November 3 through November
13, 1970.
The theme of this year's International Convention was "CHRIST-THE
UNIVERSAL NEED." The International Persiding Bishop was Bishop J.O.
Patterson.
Reported by
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Too Beautiful
to Be Free
Too Black
to Be Captive
A Black Man's Family Problems
By John Bontemps
Few men in this nation who are not black can understand the problems
which face a black husband and father in his effort to give his
family the kind of security the white men takes for granted. There is
little glory in his life, little hope and very little faith in the future. The
only light in his life is his family.
As a husband and father, few black men can fail. His strength comes
mainly from his ability to endure, and endure he must in order to exist.
To give his wife and children love and as much protection as he can in
a white society is the most that other blacks expect of him.
However, this does not help the morale of the black man. He knows
of the allowances made for him by his famlily, but he is not satisfied
to do this little. He expects more of himself.
The black man is a proud man in a country where true pride almost is
extinct. He is caught up in a country where strength is measured largely
in political and economic power. He is a poor man in a country indifferent
to poverty. In other words, too often he is beaten before he
starts.
Some might question this or say it is an exaggeration. If this is so,
then why is life so hard and empty for black men?
How many blacks must stammer when they promise their young a
future that is not in their power to give? How many have given their
lives in defense of this country only to be denied a grave in the white
man's cemetery? How many have to look in the eyes of their children
and explain that because they are black their lot is little food, hand-off
clothing, and scant future?
How is the black father to explain to his children they should not
fight in the streets, should not be bitter or should not distrust the
white man? Can he explain all this without sounding like a "poor me"
excuse? And what will he read in their eyes: Pity or contempt?
How can a black father explain to his sons the words: "Ask not what
your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country."
This, when he cannot respond to them himself? How much more can he
give? Where is the end to the asking?
Of course there are whites in this nation who understand the problems
faced by black men. There are those who admit an error has been
made in the treatment of blacks in this country. But those who understand
are not doing enough to help, and those who admit to the error
have done too little, really, to rectify it.
Few black fathers take pride in the fact their children fight in the
streets, but there is little they can do to stop it. Black fathers are faced
with the problem of answering the questions of black children which requires
a conviction they, the fathers, do not have, and the black youth
of today are not easily convinced.
Therefore, any appeal by black parents to bring peace to the ranks
of black youths must be augmented by some hope and promise of opportunity
for the future of the young blacks.
(Reprint-FresnoBee)
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Destruction Deby Champions
CHAMPIONS-Mr. and Mrs. Willie McNeal of Fresno display some of the
trophies they have won in destruction derby contests throughout the
western part of the United States. The trophies they hold are the latest
added to their collection-won in Phoenix, where McNeal won the Arizona
State Derby Championship. He outbashed 20 other drivers in the
main event to get the trophy. His wife, Frances, won the powder puff
demolition contest in Phoenix, smashing out seven other drivers in the
process. This was her fourth championship. McNeal also proved himself
adept at driving stock cars at the now-being-demolished Kearney Bowl.
He finished high in the standings in "early-late" competition. The "early-
late" field included cars from the l 950's through 1963.
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