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The / SCENE \ health WE SPEAK. .. fiTO-W HEALTH CARE AND ITS DELIVERY... Jr by Willis J. Walker, Jr. THE HEALTH SCENE READY OR NOT? An area of concern aired on a couple of occasions from this column has been that of sickle cell anemia. It has been of special concern for this paper because it primarily affects the Black population and too because there has been so little interest on the behalf of the general citizenry, the latter due mostly to unawareness of the consequences of the disease. The real tragedy is that the disease affects approximately one in every 500 black births and is a disease which is not curable because it is genetically linked. Another tragedy not often mentioned is that of the continous increase in the numbers of diseased persons. Compounding this is the fact that most of those affected with the disease proper and not just the trait generally never live beyond the 20’s. Therefore, it is the young that are perishing from the black ranks with the disease. Fortunately, National attention has been drawn to the fact that there have been woefully inadequate attempts at research and public education of the disease. The government, other public agencies and certain requests of the private sector are now beginning to address themselves to the disease as has been given ciptic filnosis, muscular dystroythy, etc, HEW*s Sickle Cell Disease Advisory Committee has recommended that the $5 million recently targeted by President Nixon for sickle cell disease be used as follows: 1) that 2.5 million be allocated for the establishment of up to 5 comprehensive research and commuiJty service centers. 2) that $1 million be allocated for the establishment of from 10 to 20 model screening and education clinics in various regions of the country for the purposes of (a) screening (b) definitive diagnosis of Sickle Cell Disease, (c) education of the population at risk and of health personnel, (d) referral of patients with Sickle Cell Disease to appropriate sources of therapy and follow-up care, and (e) acquisition of detailed data on methodology. 3) 1.5 million be allocated for basic and applied biomedical research into the nature and treatment of sickle cell disease. The Committee further recommended that educational and informational materials be prepared, tested, and made available through a centralized clearing house for SCD; that training of Black physicians, scientists, and allied health personnel in all aspects of sickle cell disease be encouraged; and that the Department of Defense screen all Black recruits for sickle cell disease. This past Monday evening a group of interested Blacks and whites met at the student center of the Medical College of Georgia to discuss the disease in brief and what could possibly be done in Augusta and the Medical College of Georgia’s health sciences University. Distribution of certain literature was made and suggestions began to come. However, nothing definite has been derived. Principally because it is going to take the interest of a total community and especially the Black community to effectuate a real A-l program. As Rep. R.A. Dent put it “I must admit I was not really clear on the disease and what it is all about but am now willing to lend my support wherever possible.” It is going to take ALL. By all, this columnist means all must become concerned and involved in some way ■ those who live in and those who live out will have to join in because the disease has no distinction of home, wealth or education. Another meeting is being planned to discuss the establishment of a Sickle Cell Anemia Center here in Augusta. The funds are available, MCG is available, and interested, ARE WE? Officials pay tribute to Stax Staple Singers Stax’s Staple Singers were recently honored at a reception by Mrs. Maxine Smith, secretary of Memphis’ NAACP, and attorney Walter Bailey, Jr. at the Peyton Place Supper MULHERIN LUMBER CO. 625 12th St Ph. 722-8351 fc SUBSCRIBE I TODAY THE NEWS-REVIEW P.O. BOX 953 p AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 30903 ■pj Name lH Address Bl City ■F Oor war (in conntj)s2.so One war (out of cotmlx) ... .$3.00 5 \rars (in (xhiiiK) ■512.50 lljlp 5 v rars (out of rotinh). .. $ 15.00 Club in Memphis, Tenn. Both Mrs. Smith and attorney Bailey were victorious candidates in the recent Memphis elections. Emcee for the occasion was STEVE’S PLACE WHITE ELEPHANT M. Reese New Mgr. HAPPY HOLIDAY Black Caucus, Oberlin, Approve Admission Plan WASHINGTON - The 13-member Congressional Black Caucus and Oberlin College, have agreed on a joint program for increasing minority group admissions to the Ohio college. The program is the first of its type to be tried in the nation. It permits members of the Caucus to nominate between 10 and 15 qualified students from their Congressional districts to Oberlin. Oberlin would then admit at least four of those nominated by each Caucus member. In addition, Oberlin would make available financial aid if necessary. In announcing the program, Rep. Louis Stokes, D-Ohio, said: “Oberlin is one of the finest educational institutions in the country with a long history of assisting blacks and other minority groups. This program presents an outstanding opportunity for black students nationwide.” Dr. Robert W. Fuller, president of Oberlin College, explained that the college had approached members of the Black Caucus because, “the Caucus has clearly demonstrated its concern for the education of America’s minority group members. In addition, Oberlin has been actively seeking alternatives for expanding the educational opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds and this admissions referral program is clearly one extremely positive method, he said. To qualify, a student must be from the Congressman’s the honorable Judge Otis Higgs, the only black judge now serving in the Memphis area. “Black people all over the world should be particularly proud of the Staple Singers and their contribution to music, the only heritage which we can truly claim as our own. “Again, black people should be especially proud of these stars because for years, the Staple Singers served as an inspiration to a people who have been long burdened with the trials of oppression in their fight for equality and recognition,” said Higgs. The Staple Singers are noted for their down-to-earth philosophic songs that depict the themes, “peace, love, and freedom” usually in a gospel-folk style. The group, consisting of three-sisters (Yvonne, Cleo, and Mavis) and their father (Roebuck “Pops”), has continually made exclusive tours throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa. The family team has also appeared in the “Soul to Soul” movie that was released recently. At the Peyton Place ceremony, the Staple Singers rendered “When Will We be Paid for the Work We’ve Done” and “Everything is going to be all right.” Dr. Vasco Smith (standing in for his wife, Maxine) and attorney Bailey presented a “Plaque of Appreciation” to the group. Miss Deanie Parker, director of public relations for Stax, also presented a unique trophy to the group, symbolizing appreciation for their relevancy to the community, from the Stax family. “AUGUSTA’S QUALITY DEALER" SALES - SERVICE - PARTS BANK FINANCING - AUTO INSURANCE 100% GUARANTEED USED CARS Washington Rd. Near 1-20 Phone 733-4441 district, and be a member of a minority group which is racially or culturally removed from the “mainstream” of American society, such as blacks, Puerto Ricans, Mexican Americans, American Indians, and Appalachian Whites. He must have received his high school diploma prior to C&S goes to Orleans The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System has approved the application of the Citizens and Southern National Bank to establish the Citizens and Southern International Bank of New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana. The announcement was made yesterday in Atlanta by C&S Executive Vice President James E. Green, Jr. “The opening of our New Orleans office presents an exciting opportunity for C&S to extend its international banking services to another of the South’s major international trade areas,” Mr. Green explained. “This new office will also expand our ability to serve our U.S. customers and our foreign correspondent banks who currently have extensive international trade through the Port of New Orleans.” The C&S International Bank of New Orleans is organized under provisions of the Edge Act, which authorizes member banks of the Federal Reserve to own corporations engaged in foreign banking and investment in order to promote United States foreign trade. C&S first organized its international operation in 1961. The bank actively sought international business for the next four years through its international department, and in 1965 was the first southern bank to charter an international Edge Act Corporation. The C&S International Corporation owns equity in foreign banks in Central and South America. New Orleans’ first Edge Act bank will be C&S’ second venture. In 1968, C&S was the first to open an Edge Act bank in Miami. Other C&S international offices are located in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia; Bogota, Colombia; and Nassau, Bahamas. The C&S International Bank of New Orleans will be a wholly owned subsidiary of the Atlanta bank. Mr. Green emphasized that the New Orleans office will be able to offer a full range of international banking services, including short and medium term export financing, import financing, foreign collections, letters of credit, foreign exchange, credit information on foreign companies, and Euro-dollar financing. The assets of C&S currently total $2 billion, making it one of the largest southern banks. Its international operations are the largest in the South. With an international staff of over ninety, C&S maintains active relationships with 500 correspondent banks with offices throughout the free world. The New Orleans bank will be located in the International Trade Mart. The manager will be announced before the bank opens around the first of the year. enrollment at Oberlin, pursued an academic high school program rather than vocational or commercial, and have been in or near the upper fifteen per cent of his class. The standard Scholastic Aptitude Test is also required. ♦ ** Last month, Oberlin established as a specific policy the goal of increasing minority students, faculty and staff up to a percentage at least equal to national minority group population levels. Currently, black enrollment at Oberlin is in excess of seven per cent of the 2600-member, coeducational student body. The college hopes to double its minority enrollment by 1975. Currently on its campus are a number of black-oriented programs including African-American studies, black theater, jazz and choir groups, and Afro-American House, a student dormitory. Following the announcement, Rep. Stokes, who originated the proposal for the Caucus, said, “We are extremely grateful to Oberlin College and Dr. Fuller for working with us to establish such an important program. We now expect to call upon other institutions of higher education to follow Oberlin’s example in setting up similar programs.” HILL TOP CAFE Washington R. in Evans, Ga. Soul Food & Dance On Week Ends MEMBER FDIC \BANK/ “When most banks are open I’m usually at 30,000 feet.” “That’s why I’m glad my bank C&S. has the new Instant Banker. He’s open 24 hours a day... 7 days a week V> $ \ I can get cash from him up to SIOO. I can deposit money with him. ~g He’ll transfer money from one account to another. He’ll take loan or C&S Card payments. ? "He’s easy to work, too. Just insert your CZ C&S ® Card the one with the brown stripe •'■ on the back and follow the step-by step directions in the window. (And if you don’t have W® * - a C&S (J)Card, apply for one at any C&S office!) >|||a iMk. “The C&S Instant Banker is great for people 1H Wy like me. Have you used him yet ?” J a f —if fWlßrlxiln ■fa "«1 .Jr > MMUMWiaSsfr jaaagSS? x x> z . : . ' \ \ 24 HOUR BANKING IS HERE! \' z 1k B Only at C&S I-1 1 Wx iii vHRk X-. I W W '®l jKt < ----^ ,,11,,,11l Cgs The Citizens and Southern Banks in Georgia What can we do for you? Meet the Instant Banker Broad Street Office Daniel Village Office at the following C&S offices: 7th and Broad Street Daniel Village Shopping Center EASIEST SALE EVER MADE Executive Director Zell Miller (left) of the Georgia Democratic Party sells one of the party's attractive membership cards to Governor Jimmy Carter for $5. (PRN) Georgia Democrats Now May Obtain Credentials ATLANTA (PRN) Democrats in Georgia now may obtain official credentials that they belong to the Democratic party. Zell Miller, executive director of the State Democratic Executive Committee, has commenced distribution of 25,000 membership cards as a method of letting rank and file Democrats become sustaining members. Persons may enroll with donations of $1 or more. A $5 contribution entitles the donor to a one-year News-Review December 2,1971 J subscription to The Georgia Democrat, a monthly newsletter. Anyone certifying that he or she is a Democrat may obtain a membership by mailing a donation to the party headquarters, 2401 Bank of Georgia Bldg., Atlanta, Ga. 30303. The attractive wallet-sized plastic document certifies that the holder is a Democrat. It bears space for recording the holder’s blood type, social security number, auto tag number and hospital policy number. “This is an opportunity for Page 5 everybody regardless of financial position to become a sustaining member of the party,” Miller,, stated. “It is in line with Governor Jimmy Carter’s pledge to let everyone take part in the party. Until now we had only the Governor’s Club for SSOO donors and the Century Club for those giving $100.” Miller stated that local Democratic groups may. sell memberships with half the proceeds retained at local party level and half going to the state party for use in the 1972 election campaigns.