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Page 4 The Panther March & April, 1947 Dark Students In Recital The Clark College All-Star Con cert Series presented on the Sunday Evening Cultural Hour piano and voice students of the Department of Music in a student recital. Students and faculty members from Clark, and the neighboring colleges and univer sity, as well as friends in the city enjoyed a pleasant evening through out the splendid recital. The stage with a tan background was decorated with beautiful flowers on each side of the stage. The piano was placed in the center of the stage slightly curved so as to give the audi ence a full view of the artists’ fin gers. Miss Johnnie McCoggle, wearing a pink net dress and a blue satin bolero, played Moderne Opus 6, No. 1, by wearing a lovely pink and black net dress, played Etude Melodique, by Eogers. Miss Emma D. Howard, who was clad in a lovely blue and white Striped taffeta jacket and a black full skirt, rendered Interlude Op. 61, No. 4, by Lucas. Continuing the program was Mr. Alphonso W. Levy, who rendered Song of the Brook, Op. 92, by Lock, and Valse Joyeuse, Op. 137, by Provaznik. Most fascinating was the Anger execution of Mr. Levy. Contrast came in the program when the lovely tenor voice of Mr. Joseph Stevens, accom panied by Mrs. Sykes, was heard. He sang Have You Seen But a White Lily Grow?, The Rose Complain, by Franz, and To Be Near Thee, by Rosa. The second part of the reci tal begun by Miss Evangeline Alli son, who wore a stunning black vel vet top witha bright plaid circular taffeta skirt, played “Prestissimo” from Sonato, Op. 2, No. 1, by Bee thoven. Mr. George R. Garrison, a veteran, interpreted the Chopin Noc turne, Op. 15, No. 3, with feeling and understanding. Climaxing the recital Miss La Verne Gaither, wearing a lovely pink net evening dress with a satin top, played Deux Arabesques, Op. No. 1, by Debussy. These students are all in the De partment of Music and are being trained by Mr. Killingsworth, Mrs. Marion E. Sykes, and Miss Winona Jackson, senior-student assistant. SOCIAL SCIENCE STUDENTS LEAD IN OBSERVATION OF NEGRO HISTORY WEEK (Continued from Page One) the achievements of the Negro, and that the influence of the week should be strong enough to carry over into the remaining fifty-one weeks of the years. In 1915, Mr. Woodson had orga nized the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History, whose purposes were to collect sociological and hitorical data on the Negro, to promote study of the Negro and to create bitter race relations. The Association has been reward ed for both efforts—the achievement of its purposes and the national ob servation of Negro History Week, for this week has expanded itself into Negro and white circles and into the programs of many churches, libraries, as well as other group organizations. COMPLIMENTS Yates and Milton DRUG STORE AUBURN — FAIR PRESCRIPTIONS i -1 COMPLIMENTS OF ADAMS DESIGNERS AND TAILORS 859 HUNTER ST., S. W. AM. 1415 ..■M-.1-.-ll I- ■MI.'I.I.I—' ■ Mr. Holland Triumphs Again Mr. C. Vincent Holland, counsellor of men at Clark College and instruc tor in the Department of Religious Education, won thundering applause and evoked favorable comments from students and friends of the College who heard him in his fourth annual recital. Mr. Holland’s 1947 recital was presented March 9 at 7:30 p.m. in Davage Auditorium which was filled to capacity fifteen minutes be fore the appointed hour. Mr. Holland’s program, divided into four parts, consisted of a group of Italian numbers, a group of German and French numbers, a group of Ne gro spirituals and a final group of selections from modern composers. The first of the Italian group, Du- rante’s Vergro, Tutto Amor, was ren dered with melodic solemnity befitting this prayer to the Virgin. The second, Durante’s Danza, Fanciulla Gentile, afforded a joy and sprightly contrast to the preceding selection. The third was Torelli’s Tu Lo Sai, a beautifully pleading love song. Handel’s Tutta Raccolta Ancor concluded this group with force and vigor. The second group consisted of Tschaikowsky’s nostalgic Nur Wer Die Schnsucht Keant, and Gounod’s lyrically beautiful, Avan de Quitter Ces Lieux. Of the spirituals in the third group, Mr. Holland chose Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley, Stay in de Field, 0 Warren, Let Us Break Bread To gether, and Witness. In the group from modern com posers, the artist rendered Medni- koff’s The Hills of Gruzia, Lohr’s Roadways, Edwards’ Into the Night, and Bridge’s Love Went A Riding. Roaring applause recalled Mr. Hol land who sang a perennially requested number, Don’t Ask Me Lawd. Accompanying Mr. Holland was Mrs. M. E. English at the Baldwin, eg , RACE RELATIONS SUNDAY VESPER THEME (Continued From Page One) not only white congregations which fail to invite Negroes into their mem bership, but also Negro congrega tions that have failed to extend such an invitationto white members of our society. And, surprisingly enough, there are relatively few Negroes who are identified with white congrega tions which have opened their doors to members of all races. This is a problem which depends upon the co operative efforts of Negroes and whites for its solution. Throughout the world men realize that the spiritual needs of people cannot be satisfied by a church which is infested with the diversified pat terns of segregation. With such a realization on the part of all races of mankind serving as the impelling force, the message of Dr. Clelland flings itsel fat us as a challenge to cast aside such practices which exist within the institution which claims Jesus Christ as its head. Phones: Res. RA. 0765 Studio: RA. 9234 MOORE’S STUDIO Photographs of Anything Anywhere — Anytime . -..-..I■ WATCH REPAIRING FRED D. MORRIS First Class Work—-Guaranteed Dependable Service 900 HUNTER ST., N. W. ATLANTA, GA. MM—MM l The Republic of Liberia The following is a brief account of one of the few students who have come from other parts of the world to study and share in our American way of life. Mr. Cooper is a Liberian and is therefore well able to give us some idea of his native land. A complete account of Liberia, like that of any other country can be ade quately discussed only in volumes. The following article, therefore, is a brief historical sketch of the Republic with a few notes on related topics. The Republic of Liberia, situated on the West Coast of Africa, between the British colony of Sierra Leone and the French Ivory Coast, is the home of 3,000,000 Negroes. The population of Liberia includes two distinct ele ments— the Americo-Liberians, who are descendants of the American Ne gro colonists, and the indigenous na tives, who are divided into twenty- eight tribes. There is, however, an ever-growing tendency toward amal- Professor Wright On Destiny An inspiring message was delivered to the Clark student body by our own Professor A. B. Wright. His topic, “A Date With Destiny,” was appropriate and valuable to any stu dent preparing to keep his date with destiny. Professor Wright clearly placed the problem before us by giving exam ples of the different types of dates. He was concerned chiefly with the date with destiny. He stressed the fact that we should use our time wisely while in colleges, and univer sities. Now is the time to plan for our life's work! In emphasizing his subject he gave the story of George Washington Carver-—of how he strug gled and worked to get his education. Yet have our college expenses paid, but are not wise enough to take ad vantage of the situation. Other fine examples of persons who kept their date with Destiny were James W. gamation by marriage, and it is indis putable that the two groups will have absorbed each other within the next century if not before. This Republic was founded “as an asylum for the free people of color" by the American Colonization Society in 1822. After existing as a depend ency of the United States of America for a quarter of a century, Liberia declared herself an independent state in July, 1847. Having such an unusual back ground of varying influences, Liberia’s unique and cosmopolitan society and her difference in ideas from most oth er parts of Africa are well accounted for. The Government, patterned after that of the U. S. A., is a representa tive democracy, its authority being vested in three branches, the Legisla tive, the Executive, and the Judicial. The Legislature is composed of a Sen ate of ten members (two from each of the five counties) and the House of Representatives, a body of twenty- one members elected for four years. The Constitution of Liberia original ly provided for a president elected for only two years; by amendment? adopted in 1905, and subsequently in 1935, the presidential term of office was increased from two to four to eight years. Under the present sys tem, however, a president is ineligible for re-election. From an economic standpoint, Li beria is a comparatively new field. Gold mining and the rubber industry head the list of the very few natural resources being utilized at present. The marked increase in her output of raw rubber during the war years, fortunately, presented first-hand evi dence of the future promise of indus try. As it might be deduced, Liberia is chiefly agricultural. The topography is generally hilly with very few of the marshlands characteristic of tropical lands. The most important crop is rice, which is the chief food of the population. Millet and scores of trop ical fruits, however, constitute an appreciable per cent of the country’s harvest. Though crops are grown by seasons, they could be grown the year round, for their are very slight devi ations from an average temperature of 65 degrees. H. Nehemiah Cooper Johnson and Marian Anderson who received the Spingam Award. Professor Wright advised us to take an inventory of ourselves as our job will be to lead our race! In order to do this efficiently, we must plan well. He' also advised anyone who had not decided as yet what his life work would be to do so immedi ately. In concluding, Professor Wright said tat each Of us has a date with destiny, individually and collectively. “Don’t miss the train.” A. N. DANIEL. AKA’S PRESENT BROTHERHOOD "PANEL (Continued from Page One) vinoed that the myth of the “super iority of religions” will prove entirely inoperative in a new -world unless that superiority manifest itself in an ability to strengthen those bonds that unite men as brothers and obligate them as co-workers to assume the great task of democratizing and mor alizing the “new world" now sum moned to a great destiny. Representing Judaism was Rabbi H. R. Friedman; Catholicism, Father D. J. Cannon, and Protestantism, Rev. G. S. Shockley. The* panel was ably introduced and guided by Soror Evangeline Allison. In outlining the purpose of the meet ing she explained that the program was being presented in conjunction with the educational work of the Non-Partisan Committee, designed to stimulate clearer thinking and great er enthusiasm among college -young women in matters of vital social concern. Soror Gloria Current, after posing -several poignant questions, concluded the discussion with a brief, though highly effective, summary statement. (NOTE: Brotherhood Week, Feb ruary 16-23, is a comparatively re cent national observance. It is sponsored bythe National Confer- - ence of Christians and Jews and has as its primary objective the propagandizing and organizing of public opinion toward a construc- -tive concept of a socially effective faith necessary for “one world.”) ‘Oh, Let Him Wait”—Just Like a Woman Things I’d Like To See Dean McPheeters in saddle oxfords. Anna Blaylock not arguing. Gracie Hendricks witha boy friend. Cassell and Maurice not talking in class. Trammell, Smalls and Pettigrew holding an intelligent conversation. Judo without his G. I. shoes. Tweet walking straight. Winona Jackson in some other place besides the music studio. “Tank” Miller without his gang. Dot Scruggs associating with up perclassmen. “Boon” with a haircut. Rose Sabie on a diet. Naomi Campbell dancing. “Jo” Stratman not flirting. One senior young lady who likes Fred White. Mr. Gwyn jitterbugging. Chatters talking trash to a girl. All seniors cooperating. Mary Moon in ballet shoes. The sophomores acting cultural. Melinda McDonald make the honor roll. Barbara Lowery not being dra matic.. Albert Phinazee not jiving all the young ladies. Twyner making love.