Before we go any further we would like to thank all the contributors to SPROG’s benefit. Cash donations were made by Anna and Horace Busch, Kirkwood SPROG, Grace Methodist Church, and Washington Heights Neighbors Association. Other support, such as food, location, transportation, has come from Mrs. Genevieve Holly, Miss Melodie Holly and Miss Phyllis Holly, 5822 Pershing; Mr. and Mrs. Brown, 5824 Pershing; Mr. and Mrs. James Navies, 5846 Pershing; Mr. Roger Harlan, 5847 Pershing; Mrs. Corrine Long, 5816 Pershing; Mrs. Dorothy Garrett, 5826 Pershing, and Bruce Mason, 5901 Pershing. Also the Welfare Department on DeBaliviere, and we mustn’t forget Henry Hall for his enthusiasm and for showing us how to stay organized.
We would now like to introduce you to some of the group leaders of our organization and their ideas. Brenda Mooney would like to start a sewing club. Any donations such as old sewing machines, material, etc. would be desirable. Alice Tayes is interested in modern dance. Anyone experienced in this field will be needed for part time counseling or instruction. Debby Mooney would like to handle arts and crafts for younger children. Kenneth Broom is trying to organize sports such as football and basketball for younger kids. Michael Long want a boxing club. and needs facilities, location and equipment. Any contribution would be beneficial to these young people. Kids on the streets are sometimes a problem. Here is an answer to that problem; help it out.
Originally published in The Paper, February 1976.
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Archival transcription note: The source prints “Michael Long want a boxing club.” Original grammar retained.
Original source: SD_Times1976_02.pdf, printed page(s) 4; PDF page(s) 4.
