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March 25, 1961
The Herald
Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia
What is this article about?
At Central Baptist Church, Mr. Eugene Davis won the 'Mr. Central' title by raising $118 in the Men's Day celebration, surpassing Mr. Julius Williams' $100. Speeches by Mr. Bolden and Rev. Peacock, music by Men's Chorus. Total raised: $1,041.07. Pastor: Rev. W. M. Daniels.
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Central Baptist Church
Before a capacity audience on last Sunday Mr. Edgar Primus relinquished the title of "Mr. Central" to Mr. Eugene Davis, who won the title for having reported the highest amount of $118.00 in the Men's Day celebration.
"Christ After Party", and "A popular Hero, Sampson" were the subjects of Mr. Bolden and Rev. Peacock's addresses, respectively Both were very uplifting. The music was grand which was rendered by the Men's Chorus, accompanied by Mr. Clarence Perkins and Mr. E. R. Ruffner.
Making the second highest report was Mr. Julius Williams with $100. All other captains made very fine reports. The total amount raised $1,041,07. Rev. W. M. Daniels is pastor.
Before a capacity audience on last Sunday Mr. Edgar Primus relinquished the title of "Mr. Central" to Mr. Eugene Davis, who won the title for having reported the highest amount of $118.00 in the Men's Day celebration.
"Christ After Party", and "A popular Hero, Sampson" were the subjects of Mr. Bolden and Rev. Peacock's addresses, respectively Both were very uplifting. The music was grand which was rendered by the Men's Chorus, accompanied by Mr. Clarence Perkins and Mr. E. R. Ruffner.
Making the second highest report was Mr. Julius Williams with $100. All other captains made very fine reports. The total amount raised $1,041,07. Rev. W. M. Daniels is pastor.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Mens Day Celebration
Church Fundraising
Mr Central Title
Uplifting Speeches
Mens Chorus Music
What entities or persons were involved?
Mr. Edgar Primus
Mr. Eugene Davis
Mr. Bolden
Rev. Peacock
Mr. Clarence Perkins
Mr. E. R. Ruffner
Mr. Julius Williams
Rev. W. M. Daniels
Where did it happen?
Central Baptist Church
Story Details
Key Persons
Mr. Edgar Primus
Mr. Eugene Davis
Mr. Bolden
Rev. Peacock
Mr. Clarence Perkins
Mr. E. R. Ruffner
Mr. Julius Williams
Rev. W. M. Daniels
Location
Central Baptist Church
Event Date
Last Sunday
Story Details
Mr. Eugene Davis wins 'Mr. Central' title by raising highest amount of $118 in Men's Day celebration; speeches on 'Christ After Party' and 'A popular Hero, Sampson'; music by Men's Chorus; total raised $1,041.07.