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Local artist Lee Shackelford got a
lot of attention Saturday night as
he painted the window of a new
barbershop on Liberty Street. The
new shop, AJ's Unisex Barber
shop, just opened its doors last
month. Owners hope that Shack
elford's artwork will help attract
customers.
Hill
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Party. "His philosophy was
that you can't put everybody
in the same boat," said the
Rev. Perry Jones, pastor of
Messiah Baptist Church in
South Los Angeles. "He had
to get in a different one. but
his objectives were still the
same: to advance the cause of
Christ, primarily, and. sec
ond, to advance the cause of
his people."
Hill gave the prayer for
President Richard Nixon's
second inauguration and
twice led clergy committees
during Ronald Reagan's pres
idency.
In 1993. Hill was named a
special volunteer adviser on
South Central Los Angeles by
Republican Mayor Richard
Riordan.
Hill is survived by his sec
ond wife. La Dean, whom he
married in 1992 after his first
wife, Jane Edna Hill, died in
1987. Besides his son. Hill
also is survived by daughters
Norva Rose Kennard. a
Boston attorney, and Ilesha
Garrett; three grandsons; and
a stepson, Lawrence Anthony
Donald of Orlando. Fla.
Dixon
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world-class business results.
I've always strived to diversi
fy my organizations, thanks
to my experience in Albany."
Dixon began his career at
P&G as an automatic controls
engineer and has since
worked as a telecommunica
tions systems analyst, adver
tising section manager, sales
associate director. European
director, and director - global
SAP.
In December 2001, he was
promoted to vice president of
IT for the baby, feminine and
family care global business
unit, which produces brands
such as Pampers diapers.
Always and Tampax feminine
products, Charmln bath tis
sues, Puffs facta! tissues, and
Bounty paper towels.
Without hesitation, Dixon
readily attributes his meteoric
rise through P&G's corporate
ranks to his education, par
ents, caring mentors and good
timing.
"I've been able to
progress at P&G because I've
always asked for the tough
assignments that are absolute
ly critical to the company's
success - assignments that
have prepared me for execu
tive level responsibilities," he
said. "Also, I thank my par
ents for instilling in me strong
work ethics and Christian val
ues, and I've been blessed
with tremendous managers,
mentors, sponsors, and great
timing," he said.
Dixon has a knack for
striking an even keel in his
life. He successfully divides
his time between a demand
ing work schedule; spending
time with his wife. Dr. Sheree
Jones Dixon, and their two
children. Kiah, 15. and
Robert III, 11; volunteering
for his church; and serving on
the board of trustees at his
children's school.
"I'm committed to my
church, family, and communi
ty and tend to devote most of
my personal time to them as
well' as my kid's school. I
believe it's important that
parents be visible in their
children's school. It makes
for better students and par
ents," he said. "P&G encour
ages its employees to get
involved in their local com
munities, The skills you learn
at P&G make you a better
volunteer."
Dixon credits much of his
growth and development at
P&G to others and is eager to
share words of wisdom to
those aspiring to executive
positions,
"Master the business fun
damentals and seek main
stream assignments that
broaden your skill base." he
advises. "Know how you've
contributed to achieving
breakthrough business results
and maintain that balance
between professional and per
sonal priorities," he said.
Asked what code of ethics
should African-American
executives adopt and live by
in such a competitive envi
ronment. Dixon answered. "P
don't think the code of ethics
is any different for African
Americans. However. I do
believe that African-Ameri
cans should serve as role
models in their communities,
inspiring youth and young
adults to pursue education
and careers in business."
Shaw
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of the days the days the Shaws
visit. She said residents eager
ly await the days they come,
not just because of the food
but also because of the cou
. pie's jovial personalities.
"They are beautiful peo
ple. and this is really a beauti
ful thing that they do," she
said.
Shaw's sister, Willie B.
Shaw, often comes down early
from her apartment to help her
brother prepare the food.
"He has always been a
pretty good cook." Willie
Shaw said, as she transferred
hot biscuits from a baking
sheet to a large bowf.
Jim and Clementine Shaw
don't see what they do as any
thing special. Jim Shaw
owned several gas stations
and convenience-stores before
he retired. He now devotes
much of his time to serving
the local NAACP chapter as
second vice president.
Clementine Shaw worked as a
nurse for more than 30 years.
"We have gotten so much
from this community. We just
want to give something back,"
Clementine Shaw said.
She has also agreed to vol
unteer her services as a nurse
at the center two days a
month.
Jim Shaw said he will con
tinue his breakfast routine for
the foreseeable future. He
says he gets as much out of
the experience as the seniors.
"These are good people
here. I am happy to be able to
do what 1 do," he said.
fhott b\ Kevin Walker
Above: Clementine Shaw,
right, and Willie B. Shaw
help out in the kitchen.
Right: Jim Shaw removes
biscuits from the oven.
Harley
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times 2001's earnings, and
Capojino said it could not have
been done without Harley's
knack for drawing a clientele that
reads like the Who's Who of the
sports and entertainment worlds.
Harley not only pitches jerseys to
big-shots, he's also become
somewhat of a fashion advisor,
sitting in on video sets, maga/ine
shoots or standing backstage at
awards shows, suiting up per
formers in the latest old-schobl
athletic look.
While Capolino is quick to
brag on Harley's accomplish
ments. Harley is mjich more sub
dued, almost oblivious to his
meteoric risero success. He even
downplays his own celebrity sta
tus, blushing at the sight of a
"Vibe" magazine ad in which he
is prominently featured. That's
not surprising since, a few short
years ago. Harley was pushing
water ice carts and setting food at
local hair salons. Today, he's driv
ing a 2003 custom-made Cadillac
Escalade with $16,(XX) rims and
having a house built in Delaware.
"My whole life, I always hus
"tled. That's who I am and who I
represent." said Harley, a 1992
graduate of West Philadelphia
High School. "When |I| come
like that to the millionaires, they
accept me more. I'm genuine to
them."
Harley has become such a fix
ture on the entertainment scene
that, on any given weekend, he's
invited to spend quality time at
the; homes of thprich and famous.
When he's not a guest in Dono
van McNabb's luxury box at a
Philadelphia Eagles game, he's
rolling with rapper Fabolous dur
ing the NBA All-Star Weekend or
jettitfg off to the Super Bowl.
American Music or Grammy
award shows.
Just how did Harley become
the man w hen it comes to throw
back jerseys? An avid sports fan.
Harley began frequenting
Mitchell & Ness about 10 years
ago. stopping in to buy authentic
Negro Leagues hats. After a
while, he developed a fondness
for the throwback jerseys, which
cost between $200 and $400.
Harley would wait on tables and
use tip money to pay on jerseys
he placed on law-away. In 1999.
Harley challenged Capolino, say
ing he could make Mitchell &
Ness and its stock of throwback
jerseys famous.
" But Harley doesn't mind the
grind. He enjoys being the being
the front man for throwbacks, of
which old-school basketball and
Major League Baseball jerseys
are most popular. Football and
hockey jerseys are quickly catch
ing on. according to Capolino.
In order to stay abreast of the
demand. Harley continues to do
what he did initially to get throw
back jerseys in the spotlight, net
working w ith celebrities at parties
and record premieres. He admits
that the jerseys may be pricey for
non-celebrities, but if you save up
like he did. it's worth it.
"When you come up in the
inner-city, what do you identify
with? Being a doctor is a great
thing to be. hut Js a kid. you
looked up to Dr. J," Harley said,
remembering when he couldn't
afford a Dr. J jersey, so he settled
. for a 76ers T-shirt.
"Now. I can purchase a Dr. J
jersey." Harley said. "Throw
backs spark childhood imagina
tions and let you wear what your
heroes wore. Right now, I'm liv
ing a dream."
Harley's grandmother. Mary
Gibson, also finds his success
almost unreal. She still lives in the
West Philadelphia rdWhouse she
reared Harley in. A seamstress.
Gibson would brush off a young
Harley whenever he mentioned
he wanted to dress people. One
day. Gibson noticed him watch
ing an episode of "The Oprah
Winfrey Show" that dealt with
pursuing your dreams. From.that
point. Harley was on his way. she
said.
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