Just Venting
Looks like you were right Kevin!
by Thomas E. Mitchell, Jr.
To: Kevin J. Walker, freelance writer, former MCJ staffer
Re: The chickens coming home to roost
Dear Kevin,
Well, it looks like your predictions offered in the series you wrote for the "Community Journal" that ran in 2005 (and in a series on the "Culture of Poverty" you wrote for the "MCJ" in 1999) about the culture of death in Milwaukee have come to fruition. More
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I-Witness
Milwaukee’s Number One Community Column
"Droppin' It Like It's
by B. White
Holla!
Due to the large volume of activity, this week I-Witness will list her favorite people and e-mails next week.
"Until the Lion writes his own story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter."
--African proverb
Holla-Outs
To: Johnathan Evans. Hey, Johnathan first grade must a big deal over at Thoreau Elementary School you now get to roll with the big kids. We are expecting good things from you, like giving your best at all that you do, because you are destined for greatness. Keep advancing that next generation, I love it!
To: Nikia Tate. Hey Nikia, now one of my favorites at Walgreens on Hampton and Hopkins. You are a beautiful young lady your light stands out. Your light has yet to shine its brightest and only you can make it happen.
To: Rosetta McMurry, Doretha Martin, Dorothy Smith, Holla!
To: Attorney Milton Emmerson and Willie (Champ) Johnson of Champs Lounge as always it was a pleasure discussing world affairs with you two. We keep talking maybe we will solve all the problems in Milwaukee,
Birthday Holla-Outs
To: Ol’ School Maestro D.J. Larry K. Miles. Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you.
To: Juan Castillo. Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to Juan Castillo Happy Birthday to you. Hey, my sistas he is fineeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Holla!
Condolences
To: the family of Bobie Jean Vivians who passed. To my nephews Johnnie and Albert Smith I know the loss of your mother is tough, but as every one knows the both of you always treated her like the queen she was and now the brightest star in the sky will forever shine on you... The body was entrusted to the New Pitts Mortuary, Officiating Pastor Mae Lois Lewis.
To: the family of Willie (Cadillac) Hawthorne. Cadillac as many fondly called him served in the US Navy and came to Milwaukee in 1947 after he learned that in Milwaukee Black and White people lived on the same block. He got a job at Great Lake Tannery where he worked for 15 years. He then attended vocational school to become the only Black machinist at that time to get an "A" in reading blue prints. Cadillac Willie owned a car dealership and had a great sense of humor. He loved a good joke, but loved children most. More
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Inside This Issue
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I-Witness plays fireman for a day! |
Perspectives:
Carter and Hutchinson take separate views on Race driven "Survivor" television show |
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McGee wants transfer of officers involved in shootings
Compiled by MCJ Staff
Alderman Mike McGee, Jr. has asked Milwaukee Police Chief Nannette Hegerty to transfer two police officers from a district where they were involved in separate shootings of northside citizens. More
For The Sake Of Aaron
Celebrating Our Black Men
"Men for All Seasons" by Charles Bibbs
Larry Waters
Miller Brewing Company’s senior director of multicultural relations says a plan, education, perseverance, networking and hard work are the five keys to success
Larry Waters
by Patricia O’Flynn Pattillo
"My dad was a real role model; and between the older brothers and my parents, there were multiple members whom I could emulate. Their example provided a perfect environment for understanding the importance of mentoring to others." More
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Bayou
Out of the box cajun for the adventurous appbetite
by Kia Marie Cook
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Twin brothers, Robert and William Jenkins stand in front of their new, joint business venture: Bayou Cajun Restaurant and Lounge, located on Milwaukee’s east side.--photo by Harry Kemp
   
Health and Wellness Fair
Free Tax Seeks Help
Tyson Donates Food
Kaleidoscope wants to know...
Given last week’s low voter turn out, do young Milwaukee professionals recognize the power of the vote? Why or why not?
photos by Kemp
Khalif Rainey: "Young MKE professionals are definitely aware of the power of the vote. I believe our ‘Get out the vote’ efforts need to be targeted at gaining the interest of the disinterested in our community."
Adesolu Omokunde: "I really don’t know, but it seems that they may be more educated about the political process than the average voter."
Tiffany Koehler: "As a political science graduate, the circle of people I encounter all vote religiously. The political fallout of being complacent in the voting process could be detrimental because so much is on the line. It is our duty to use our voice through the ballot box."
Margo Simmons: "As young professionals, it is our duty to stay informed on the issues and candidates who step forward to represent us. Maybe there aren’t enough candidates who look like us or choose to represent our interest. But it is up to us to correct that by letting our voices be heard."
Controversial Black film to be sneak-peeked at film fest
Action-packed thriller focuses on African Americans and the voting crisis
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MCJ 9-13-06 Edition
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Mayor Barrett, community leaders to host fatherhood summit October 14
On Saturday, October 14, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett will bring together more than 400 fathers, social service providers and community leaders to gather during an all day, city-wide summit aimed at identifying ways to get men to proactively embrace their role as fathers. Milwaukee’s first Fatherhood Summit will be held at Mother Daniels’ Conference Center, located at 35th and Hampton Avenue. More
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Black-White gap in childhood vaccinations has disappeared
by Mike Stobbe--AP Medical Writer/BlackNews.com
Atlanta (AP)--For the first time in at least a decade, the vaccination rate for Black children in the United States has caught up to that of youngsters in other racial groups, the government reported Thursday. More
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