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IN MEMORIAM: Wenefrett Cecelia Phillips Watson, 100

Mrs. Watson created and managed WenTravel and Cruise travel agency on the first floor of the then newly constructed Oakland Marriott Downtown Hotel, Convention and Transportation Center in 1984. She retired in 1996 and later reinvolved herself in the Links as well as the Oakland Museum where she spent 20 years playing a major role in ensuring African Americans were represented fairly and adequately.

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4 years ago

November 13, 2021

Oakland Post

Wenefrett ‘Wene’ Cecelia Phillips Watson, 100, passed away on Nov. 9, 2021, in Oakland.

She was born on Oct. 29, 1921, in Marshall, Texas.

She earned a B.A. in English literature at Bishop College and Library Science degree at University of Southern California. She met and married James A. Watson, a Howard University medical student, in Wash., D.C. They relocated to Oakland in the late 1950s.

Mrs. Watson became active in the Oakland Public Schools, the Oakland Museum Commission, Oakland Symphony Board, the NAACP and the Urban League. As president of the Oakland Bay Area Chapter of the Links, Inc., Mrs. Watson helped start the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame. She and her husband were co-founders of Berkeley’s Church by the Side of the Road.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Dr. James Watson; daughter, Janet Watson David; granddaughter Tiffany and grandson H. Geoffrey Watson, II.

She is survived by her children and many relatives and friends.

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Seth looked comfortable in his new uniform, seamlessly fitting into the Warriors’ offensive and defensive system. He finished the night with an impressive 14 points, becoming one of the team’s top scorers for the game. Seth’s points came in a variety of ways – floaters, spot-up three-pointers, mid-range jumpers, and a handful of aggressive drives that kept the Oklahoma City Thunder defense on its heels.

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Seth Curry is a point guard on the GSW team.Photo courtesy of the Golden State Warriors.

By Y’Anad Burrell

Tuesday night was anything but ordinary for fans in San Francisco as Seth Curry made his highly anticipated debut as a new member of the Golden State Warriors. Seth didn’t disappoint, delivering a performance that not only showcased his scoring ability but also demonstrated his added value to the team.

At 35, the 12-year NBA veteran on Monday signed a contract to play with the Warriors for the rest of the season.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came before Seth even scored his first points. As he checked into the game, the Chase Center erupted into applause, with fans rising to their feet to give the newest Warrior a standing ovation.

The crowd’s reaction was a testament not only to Seth’s reputation as a sharpshooter but also to the excitement he brings to the Warriors. It was clear that fans quickly embraced Seth as one of their own, eager to see what he could bring to the team’s championship aspirations.

Warriors’ superstar Steph Curry – Seth’s brother – did not play due to an injury. One could only imagine what it would be like if the Curry brothers were on the court together. Magic in the making.

Seth’s debut proved to be a turning point for the Warriors. Not only did he contribute on the scoreboard, but he also brought a sense of confidence and composure to the floor.

While their loss last night, OKC 124 – GSW 112, Seth’s impact was a game-changer and there’s more yet to come. Beyond statistics, it was clear that Seth’s presence elevated the team’s performance, giving the Warriors a new force as they look to make a deep playoff run.