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Newspaper Page TextPAGE FOUR ROY and JOI R. H. Meets the Inquirer .. /fl It- 'l^*||, 41 ®‘a» jl /i s'; A Jlw- ^K® la iIP *M^£ <^F l- * *, wg^|jis^^ I, Tjr /1 m BRH' ■ ■HHHE Singing star Roy Hamilton scans the Inquirer between questions directed his way by reporter Joi Thompson. Hamilton, currently appearing at a downtown nitery, will be at the Magnolia Ballroom Sunday night. THE GOLDEN BOY An Exclusive Interview with Roy Hamilton By Joi Thompson ATLANTA, GA., October 4. - Today I interviewed Roy Hamil ton. It was a “golden hour” with the "golden boy” for this young, fledgling reporter. It could have been a difficult assignment for a novice. Instead, it was an exciting and memorable experience be cause Roy Hamilton is not only a great entertainer but a fine and genuine human being — or maybe he is a really great entertainer because he is a genuinely warm human being. First, I met Bill Cook, Roy’s manager. He is quite a personal ity in his own right. He once had his own radio and TV show and has launched other noted enter tainers on the "rocky road to fame” — including Jackie Wilson and Sam Cooke. He and Roy seem to have an active mutual admira tion society going for them. He likes Roy — Roy likes him — I liked them both. Roy Hamilton! He looks bigger than I had expected — and I learned that he is an ex-boxer. He says he turned to singing be cause “the notes didn’t hit back”! His speaking voice is mellow and deep — like his singing voice — and I learned that he once sang in a church choir. Once in a while there is a soft slur in his accent — and I learned that he is Geor gia born and raised. He looks fit and young and vital — and I learned that he is 31 years old. We talked of many things. He is an ardent admirer of Reverend Blood Tests for Marriage — 2 Hour Service Pregnancy Tests Professional Laboratory Services 319 West Lake Avenue, N.W. SY 4-7071 239 Auburn Avenue, N.E. JA 3-3245 Daily 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m, Wednesday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. SIMPSON ROAD OPENING SOON ^tk m Rink The South's Finest Roller Rink Martin Luther King, Jr., who, he says, has come up with “a bril liant piece of logic”. He thinks “his people” should stress organ izing themselves, creating some thing for themselves; and that “unity will solve our problems.” Roy likes to paint, but under emphasizes his talent. He admires Nat “King” Cole, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and thinks Ray Charles is “something else”. He hates to travel, thinks it a “neces sary evil”, but looks forward to upcoming appearances in Brazil, Chile, the West Indies, and a number of major cities in the U. S. He has appeared in two movies “Island Boy” and “Let’s Rock” in which he enjoyed sing ing; but he does not seriously consider dramatic acting. He likes to sing ballads; and calls Rock and Roll “Rock and Soul”. His favorite, of his many fine record ings, is “You’ll Never Walk Alone” for which he has senti mental affection because it was his first big hit. Roy Hamilton says he enjoys coming to Georgia because he is so well received here and it “feels like coming home”. He likes Georgia peaches —the fruit and the femme varieties. He will be at the MAGNOLIA BALLROOM, on SUNDAY. OCTOBER 9. He says he would not want to leave Georgia without giving a perform ance which “his people” may en joy. Today I interviewed Roy Hamil ton. It was an honor and a privi lege. He may not long remember but I shall never forget. THE ATLANTA INQUIRER Jumping With Joi By Emarie Joi Thompson IT’S ‘REIGNING’ QUEENS It’s that time of year when cer tain special dolls are spreading sweetness and churning charm, vying for those precious votes to become ‘reigning’ queens of their respective high schools. Pre-elec tion time is a mad, mad flurry. Then comes the tears and cheers when the balloting is done. Here’s the royalty roster for three high schools; and more to come on others when we plug you in later issues: ARCHER HIGH SCHOOL MISS ARCHER - EDITH McGUIRE Miss Twelfth Grade — Charleen Wingfield Miss Eleventh Grade — Sandra Greene Miss Tenth Grade — Shirley Tanner Miss Ninth Grade — Laura Hanks Miss Eighth Grade — Vickie Greene TURNER HIGH SCHOOL MISS TURNER - CORLISS PASCHAL Miss Twelfth Grade — Marco Printup Miss Eleventh Grade — Barbara Greason Miss Tenth Grade — Pamela Alexander Miss Ninth Grade — Jane Smith Miss Eighth Grade — Portia Harden WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL MISS WASHINGTON - BARBARA HOLLIDAY Miss Twelfth Grade — Mary Sims Miss Eleventh Grade — Charl ay ne Moss Miss Tenth Grade — Joyce White Miss Ninth Grade — Sara Wilson Miss Eighth Grade — Libby Senior Like the verse man said, these chicks “walk in beauty,” and when they hit the homecoming scenes in fine “skate crates” (cars), they won’t be earthbound a-tall! Congrats from A. 1., “tuff” teens! We’re with it! HOWARD HIGH will present its candidates to the student body on October 12. SPIN AND SPAN How ’bout the gizmo with the “Ameche” (telephone) where you can spin and span the nation? Could teens get the nod from their “keepers” (parents) they’d probably call to say to: Roy Hamilton — "Stay a Little Longer” Ray Charles — When will the “Genius” hit the road to Georgia”? The Drifters — why don’t you drift our way? Dick Clark — how come no brown teens circling around that Band Stand dance floor? Bobby Darin — we dig your pattern (style). Sam Cooke — Whee-e-e! Those “fat lips” on TV: The word is Negro not “Nigra”! Jerry Butler — If he stays away ’He’ll Break Your Heart”! SOCIALLY SPEAKING Red and white were the bright glints when sweet Diane Mayfield celebrated her “sweet sixteen” We Deliver Prescriptions Cooper's Self-Service Drug We Specialize in Prescription 1614 SIMPSON ROAD, N.W. ATLANTA, GEORGIA SY. 4-6247 birthday with a semi-formal party at the YWCA. Diane’s lovely white organdy dress was trimmed in red and her beautiful white cake was decorated with red roses. How about that! The "Get Acquainted” Dance for Spelman "freshgals” was a real rousing rumble. The Spel man-ettes serenaded the More house boys with college pep songs and hymns and the “Housers” found it sweet music. Judy Allen, Atlanta, gave the welcome speech on behalf of Spelman and William Leonard, Washington, D. C., rep resented Morehouse. Temporary president of the freshman class at Spelman is charming Carol Ann Clark of Or lando, Florida. CLUB CHATTER Introducing: M.O.T. — (Men of Tomorrow). Rufus Lamar — President Herbert Holmes — Vice President K. C. Marks — Secretary Richard Jinks — Treasurer Larry Sims — Business Manager John Hall — Parliamentarian Sponsor — Mr. Bobby Jones Members: Bernard Maddox, Emzelle Blanton, Wayne Crock ett, A. C. Simons, Young Pat terson, Howard Brown. The ROYAL TEENS met Satur day at the home of Clara Glover with Peggy Lamar, President, pre siding. A discussion of teenage beauty care followed the business session. The discussion was led by Mrs. Wilkinson, a Lena Horne representative. Members report they really benefited from this talk and demonstration. The U.S. INCS. (Unique Social ites, that is) met at the home of “Cookie” Miltona Jones on Fri day, September 30. At this meet ing plans were made for initiation of new members: Rozella Slaton, Carolyn Simmons, Doris Kim brough and Marco Printup. JUNIOR VOTERS LEAGUE meeting at the Waluhaje on Mon day night was well attended. The Acting Secretary informed this re porter that election of officers is postponed until the November meeting to give the number of fine new members a change to get acquainted with each other and the old members. WATCH THIS COLUMN FOR NOTICE OF NEXT MEETING DATE. TID BITS When the head of our house (my Pa-pa) returned from the Morris Brown-T’ennessee State game in Nashville he announced that negotiations are under way to bring Wilma Rudolph, “world's fastest human.” and Ralph Bos ton, another Olympic star, to At lanta for the annual fabulous 100% Wrong Club shindig! Nash ville. he further reports, opened all jets in a real booming wel come to these teen stars. When young Mike Holmes caught a pass and raced across the goal line in the Turner-Carver game for the first touchdown in his brief football career, the smile on his face lit up the stands like “love in bloom.” Seated in the stands was "Hamp” Holmes, of “application-on-file to Georgia University” fame, and himself a football stalwart. Sandwiched be tween “Hamp” and “Mighty Mike is brother Gary (now in the Air Force) who also played a lot of fine football for Turner High. The current song around that school is “Are there any more at home like you’all?” Well, see you around if you don't turn square. Y’all call, hear? SY-4-1874. SOCIAL NOTES By Pat Johnson Mrs. Lee Perry recently spent five days in sunny Miami at the Sir John Hotel enjoying the fa cilities and entertainment there as well as those on the “strip” on Miami Beach. Lee was fortunate enough to see Damito Joe at the Eden Roc; enjoyed the gourmet cuisines of the Fountain Bleau and the Americann. Courtesies were shown by many former At lantans who now reside in Miami. * * * * On October 8, Charlotte Giles gave an organ recital at Allen Temple A. M. E. Church. Miss Giles is currently on the faculty of Florida A. and M. University. She is a graduate of Fisk and Indiana Universities and is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. S. H. Giles of Morris Brown College. * * * * President and Mrs. Rufus E. Clement will be at home to the faculty and staff of the institu tions in the Atlanta University Center on Sunday, October 9 at five o’clock at 691 Bechwith Street, S.W. The Ninth Annual Librarians’ Conference was held October 7-8 at Atlanta University and Morehouse College. A team from each school was extended an invitation. The team involves the principal, the supervisor, a teacher, and the librarian. The teacher, it was hoped, would be the coordinator of the Reading Program for the school he or she represents. A Work-Conference in Reading had been scheduled. The Conference focus this year con sisted of: RE-STUDYING . . . RE VITALIZING . . . RE-TEACHING . . . And this procedure has been uniquely called . . . THE FIRST ‘R’. Work groups discussed prob lems in the areas of GENERAL DIAGNOSIS, IDENTIFYING DIS ABLED READERS, and LEVELS OF READING INSTRUCTION. Specialists in Reading who par ticipated in the sessions are Dr. Lynette Saine, head of the Read ing Department of the Atlanta University Center, and Dr. Ira E. Aaron, of the College of Educa tion of the University of Georgia. Social Activities included the Mother Christian MOTHER CHRISTIAN is a holy religious Christian healer and adviser, who heals by Christian faith. MOTHER CHRISTIAN heals by God gifted powers. She has healed many in all walks of life. She must help and heal you too just like she has helped many others. MOTHER CHRIS TIAN is not a fortune teller but a Christian healer. So friends with your own eyes see, your heart must really believe that she is the Christian healer, you have been looking for, so why go on suffering when she can help you? She will take you by the hand and show you God gifted powers. So don’t put off any longer getting your help. She is located in her own home, just a five minute drive from Atlanta . . . 2386 Moreland Avenue, S.E. DeKalb County You can simply catch the McDonough bus, ride to the end and walk two blocks south to her home. Look for the Indian head sign in front of her home. She opens from 7:00 in the morning until 10:00 at night every day and Sunday. She does not charge, but donations from your heart are appreciated. When you come to MOTHER CHRISTIAN, remember with God all things are possible. You will receive a free lucky Cross that has been blessed by the Saints and the Churches, with it you will have no problems. Simpson Road Super Market Open 7 Days a Week 8:30 to 10:30 daily, Monday thru Saturday and open on Sunday from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM Located at the corner of Simpson Road and West Lake Avenue, N. W. SY 4-3957 MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1960 ANNUAL COFFEE - REUNION HOUR with Dean Virginia L. Jones, the faculty, and the stu-* dents of the Atlanta University School of Library Service. This is one of the highlights of the con- B ference and was held Friday morning from 8:00 until 9:00 A.M. brarians presented the magic brarians are presenting the magic* fingers of SAMMY COCHRAN and the nimble feet of LORENZO BENN and his dancing partner. • THE MOMARTS CLUB is giv ing a Pre-Columbus Day Cocktail Ball at Amvets Club, 617 Simpson and Ashby Streets on Sunday, Oc-® tober 9, 5:00 P.M. until ? Music by Fred Jackson’s Band. There will be free cocktails for all. All The Inquirer’s friends and readers,, are invited. (Of course there will be a small donation involved.) * * * * LES SOEURS CLUB spent an evening in Paris with many of their friends on Friday, October 7, at the Waluhaje Ballroom. They® were identifed by dubonnet wrist corsages; their escorts wore du bonnet boutonnieres. Seniors from Morris Brown College served as» hosts and hostesses at this mar velous affair. The club table car cied a Paris atmosphere, theme, and design. The band had the« Riviera as its background. Joan dell Johnson was the chairman of the social committee. The club roster includes: Verna M. Slaughter, president; Pearl Reese, vice president; Bertha Hardeman, secretary; Endy More land, ass. secretary; Ruenetha Jones, treasurer; Narvis Grier, business manager; Ruby Few; Ann Moss; Laura Patton; Birdell« Jackson, and Flora Sumter. The newly remodeled Daniel Beauty Shop, has 5 efficient operators who use the latest scientific methods of hair styl ing. 464 MITCHELL ST., S.W. Superior Barber Shop J. T. Thornton has opened the new Superior Barber Shop. He extends invitations to all customers and friends to pay him a visit. 890 HUNTER STREET, S.W.