The SPHINX | Winter1925 | Volume 11 | Number 5 192501105

PRE-CONVENTION NUMBER

Eighteenth Annual Convention, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Detroit, Michigan, December 27-31, 1925

Official ^Directory

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Resident, Raymond W Cannon, 3400 Oakland Avenue, Minneapolis, Minn

first Vice-President, James W McGregor, 1759 W 35th Street, Los Angeles, Calif

Second Vice-President, Peyton F Anderson, 61 W 130th Street, New York City

fbird Vice-President, James A Scott, 4452-A, West Belle Place, St Louis, Mo

George B Kelley, 1 113th St., Troy, N Y

F M Reid, 2303 W Walnut St., Louisville, Ky

Fourth Vice-President, Charles W Greene, 315 Fraser Street, Atlanta, Ga

Secretary, Norman L McGhee, Advance Building, Cleveland, Ohio

Treasurer, Homer Cooper, 5059 S State Street, Chicago, 111

Editor of THESPHINX, Oscar C Brown, 5300 Prairie Avenue Chicago, 111, James H Hilburn, 1944 Druid Hill Ave., Baltimore, Md

Chapters

vLPHA CHAPTER, Cornell University, Ithaca, N Y

President Joseph Houchins P O Box 441, Secretary, W. M. Banks, P.O. Box 441. lilacs, N.Y

3ETA CHAPTER, Howard University, Washington, D C

President, Walter W. Goens, 2447 Georgia Avenue, N VV

Cor Secretary, Robert S Jason, 2447 Georgia Avenue, N. W.

GAMMA CHAPTER, Virginia Union University, Richmond, Va

President, Joseph A Brown, Virginia Union University.

Corresponding Secretary, W G Dainel, 734 N 3rd St

DELTA CHAPTER, Montreal, Canada (Inactive)

EPSILON CHAPTER, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan

President, Booker McGraw, 1103East Huron Street

Cor Secretary, N S Minor, 1103 East Huron Street

ZETA CHAPTER, Yale University, New Haven, Conn

President, John F Williams, 62 Garden Street

Secretary, Harry G Tolliver, 59 Goffe Street

ETA CHAPTER, New York City College, Columbia and New York Universities, New York City.

President, Marshall L Shepard, 9 W 99th Street

Secretary, Myles A Paige, 203 W 138th Street

iTIETA CHAPTER, University of Chicago, University of Illinois and Northwestern University, Chicago, 111

President, R A Harewood, 4104 Vincennes Avenue

Corresponding Secretary, Sumner T Bohee, 4104 Vincennes Ave

IOTA CHAPTER, Syracuse University, N Y

President, Thomas Morris, 302 Cedar St

Secretary A L Demand, 302 Cedar St

KAPPA CHAPTER, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio.

President Harley S Manuel,202East Spring Street

Secretary, Ralph W Finley, 202 East Spring Street

MU CHAPTER, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minn.

President, Frank B Ransom, 606 St Anthony Street, St. Paul, Minn.

Cor Secretary, R A Johnson, 975 St Anthony Street, St Paul, Minn

NU CHAPTER, Lincoln University, Lincoln, Pa

President, W. A. C. Hughes, Jr.. Lincoln University.

Cor Socretary H D Donald Marshall, Lincoln University

XI CHAPTER, Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, Ohio

President, W G Bland Wilberforce University

I Secretary, Milton S. Wright, Wilberforce University

OMICRON CHAPTER Carnegie Institute of Technology and University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa.

President, R. W. Taylor, 2703 Wylie Ave.

Secretary, T L Jones, 87 Sylvania Ave

PI CHAPTER, Case School of Applied Science and Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio

Pres^uent, Leon S Evans, 4917 Central Avenue

Cor Secretary, N K Christopher, 4002 Central Avenue

RHO CHAPTER, Temple University and Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, Philadelphia, Pa

President, W F Jerrick, 1513 Christian Street

Secretary, Theodore R Penny, 1724 Christian Street.

SIGMA CHAPTER, Boston University and Massa chusetts School of Technology, Boston, Mass

President, Samuel B Hutchinson, 373 Northampton btreet, Boston

Secretary, Ernest G Balla, 21Codman Park, Boston

TAU CHAPTER, University of Illinois, Champaign. Illinois

President, Nathaniel W Hudson, 602 E Clark Street, Champaign, 111

Secretary, Alpheus Booker, 602 E Clark Street

UPSILON CHAPTER University of Kansas Lawrence, Kans.

Pres.dent, Uoxey A. Wilkerson, 1101 Mississippi Sti

Secretary, Bcltron L Orme, 1101 Mississippi St

PHI CHAPTER, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio

President, Lawrence V Jordan, 47 Franklin Avenue

Secretary, Herman I Holland, 47 Franklin Avenue

CHI CHAPTER Meharry Medical College (Fisk University), Nashville, Tenn.

President, James J McClendon, 8 N Hill Street

Secretary, Norman Cordice, Meharry Medica College

PSI CHAPTER, University of Pennsylvania, Phila delphia, Pa

President, W Reid Wells, 329 N 40th Street

Secretary, Everett W Johnson, 2131 Master Street

ALPHA ALPHA CHAPTER, University of Cincin nati, Cincinnati, Ohio.

President, H T Milter, 636 West 0th Street

Secretary, F, T Layton, 636 West 9th Street

ALPHA BETA CHAPTER, Talladega College, Talladga, Ala

President, Edwin L Phillips, Talladega College

Secretary, Noah E Will s, Talladega College

ALPHA GAMMA CHAPTER, Providence, R I

President, Harold S Fleming, 307 Littlefield Hall

Brown University, Providence, R I

Secretary, Aubrey A Drake, 72 Meeting Street

Providence. R I.

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© F=>H I N X

Official Organ of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. Published in February, April, June, October acd December at 16 E Street, S E., Washington, D.C

Subscription Price vjne Dollar and Fifty Cents per Year

Entered as second class matter December 20, 1924, at the post offict; Washiagton, D.C under the Act of March 3, 1879 Acceptance for mailing at special rate of postage pro vided for in section 1103,Act of October 3, 1917, authorized February 23 1823

STAFF OF EDITORS

Editor-in-Chief

OSCAR C BROWN, 5300 Prairie Ave., Chicago, 111 "Who Is Who?" GEORGE B KELLY, 1 113th Street, Troy, N Y• "Editorials"

VICTOR R DALY 715 Florida Ave., N W., Washington, D C "Frat Fun"

ELMER J CHEEKS, 10912 Quincy Heights, Cleveland, Ohio "History" W L HANSBERRY, Howard University, Washington, D C

Assistant Editor and Advertising Manager, SYDNEY P BROWN, 4816 Prairie Ave., Chicago

CONTENTS

Brothar Ernest Faree Hamilton, Tau Chapter 2 Brother Thomas James Yardrough, Alpha

The Measure of Life Judge Albert B George Detroit

The Power of Expression Fraternity Politics

Our Fiscal Policies

Q. E. D

Beta, Gamma; Epsilon, Theta: Eta, Iota, Kappa, Nu; Xi, Omicron, Rho, Sigma, Tau; Phi; Chi, Psi, Alpha-Beta, AlphaGamma; Alptia-Tneta, Alpha-Omicron; Alpha-Pi; Apha-Rho: Alpha-Sigma; Delta-Lambda:Theta-Lambda: Nu-Lambda; Omicron Lambda; Rho-Lambda: Brother Euclid P Ghee, Alpha-Eta, Promnent Brothers of Epsilon CUPID'S

Peters-Cannon; Beridon-Ferebee; Dubois-Clark; Anderson-Andrews; Wallace-Caliman; Moorer-Crawford; Burroughs-Rivers; Alnutt-Holman; Brown-Bray; Carwin-McCoy; Riddick-McCoy; ' Graves-Holloway; Reid-Cowan; Winston-Allen; Brazile-Campbell: Prince-McGregor; Berry-Valentine; Coffey-Baxter; Elam-Johnson; Elias-Taylor; Williams-Brown; Lawrence-Brown

F B Syphax, Jr

Dr and Mrs Rhoderic Harris—Baby Girl

Miss Patricia Rainey, (if you please)

"I n Memoria m *»

BROTHER THOMAS JAMES YARBROUGH

Alpha Phi Alpha mourns with Alpha Rho the loss of the late Brother Thomas James Yarbrough. Bro. Yarbrough was a young man constantly active in those things for the betterment of Alpha Phi Alpha—"A scholar and a gentleman," his comrades say of him. A splendid epitaph from those who knew him best. He died as he had lived—nobly, courageously and with the respect of his fellowmen

BROTHER ERNEST

Once more Tau has been visited by the cruel hand of fate and this time it is Ernest Toree Hamilton Bro Hamilton came to us in '23 from Howard University and at his death was a junior in the Illinois Law School.

The passing of Bro Hamilton has left his brothers heartsick and conscious of a great loss We hereby record our sincere appreciation of the sterling qua'ities of which he was a possessor He was a vital force in Tau chapter and in this community. He was a man of high ideals and principles : by his living he demanded the respect of all that came in contact with him

Deeply do we feel the loss and regret it Bro Hamilton's death is indeed pathetic in that just as he was about to reach the goal for which he had so earnestly struggled, the reaper called him. But the Lord's will be done. Our loss is heaven's gain.

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< FEATURES >

GAMMA-LAMBDA CHAPTER

Convention Notes

Brother Percival D. Piper has been appointed general chairman of the convention affairs Committees have been appointed and' are working splendidly All brothers who plan attending the convention and who have not made arrangements for rooming place, should write to Mr H S Dunbar, C:i5 E Elizabeth St., Detroit, Michigan (St Antoine St., Branch Y M C A.) Those who plan bringing their wives with them should also notify Brother Dunbar in order thai von will be adequately taken care of. Remember this is a holiday and large numbers oi visitors will be here and the old adage says, "First come, first serve

Those who do not have any company for the annual dance, please advise immediately in order that we may select company for you and allow the lady sufficient time to get prepared Address such communications to Brother Max W Johnson, druggist, corner Clinton and Russell Sts.

Don't forget to take advantage of the reduced rates offered bv the railroad It is essential that we collect at least 850 certificates and with an attendance of I200 brothers and visitors we should he able to meet the required number Any of your friends who are coming can get the certificate the same as yourself Advise them of this ^„mm~-r* „,^ NO BROTHER SHALL BE ADMITTED TO ANY OF THE SESSIONS OF THE CONVENTION OR SOCIAL FUNCTIONS UNLESS HE PRESENTS HIS PASS CARD THIS IS A CONSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENT, By-Law 4, 1<>:2."> Constitution

Come prepared to give the best that is in you tor the good of the fraternity and to have a most enjoyable visit i , •

Each chapter should advise over what road their delegates will arrive and the probable time m order that we may meet them at the trains

Convention headquarters and meetings will be held at the Community Center (formerly Jewish Institute), High Street between St Antoine and Hastings Streets. _ _,

PKKCIVAL R PIPKR, Chairman General Convention.

HAIL GAMMA-LAMBDA

On to Detroit

DEAR BROTHERS :

It is very unfortunate that we cannol publish in this issue of the SPHANX the pictures of some thirty or more young ladies of Detroit whom you will meet (lurine the coming convention As we have bad rain each and every week-end since the last of August, it i s not been possible to take any pictures of these ladies. You will see these attractive and pretty girls when you get here

Brother Julian P. Rodgers, president ot Gamma Lambda Chapter, is exerting his utmost efforts to keep the brothers in check who are overflowing with convention ideas Brother Rodgers feels the keen sense of duty envolved upon this chapter in order to keep apace with times and we must surpass all other conventions and make this the best one ever

Brother Rodgers will represent Gamma Lambda at the convention as junior delegate

I'.nither P R Piper has again been selected as senior delegate with Brothers J W Ames and J C I>ancy as alternates

Brother Clement C Johnson has been selected acting secretary for the chapter for the balance of this year Johnson is a mechanical engineer and is employed by the Ford Motor Co as a designer of special machinery He is the proud father of three children

Gamma Lambda takes pleasure and feels proud in being able to introduce her five latest additions in the persons of brothers E B Marlowe, D D.; Henry Tanant, LL B.; Hollis N Rollins, D D S.; Leonard Williams !•'. E.; and Rosslyn Lindsay, student University of Detroit,

Several of the brothers encountered the inclement weather and forced their way through driving rains to witness the Wilherforcc-l.incoln game at VVilberforce on October 24. There were also a number who saw the game at Columbus between Wilberforce and West Virginia Collegiate Institute

The ranks of the most attractive and beautiful girls of Detroit was depleted by one when Brother Lloyd A Loomis wedded one of the finest young ladies thai could he found any place Miss [Catherine Quaker, on the evening of October 21

Brother Loomis is one of Gamma Lambda's oldest members, although he was out of the fold during bis stay at the University of Michigan when he was affiliated with Kpsilon

Brother Loomis is a native Detroiter, the son of one of Detroit's old citizens, Mr. John A. Loomis. and although still a young man he is making rapid strides toward success After being graduated from the Law School of the University of Michigan in June [934, he became associated with the firm of Barnes and Stowers, attorneys In February of this year he was appointed to the staff of the Prosecuting Attorney of Wayne County, being the first colored man to receive such an appointment in the State of Michigan

BROTHER JULIAN P. RODGERS

Brother Loomis is an active Alpha Phi Alpha man and very much interested in having the coming convention one of the best the fraternity has seen

Gamma Lambda Chapter extends congratulations and besl wishes for success and happiness to our General Secretary Norman L McGhee, and Editor of the SPHINX, Oscar C Brown, in taking unto themselves a wife. "Here's to the bride and to the groom.''

When Gamma Chapter was set up at Union University in I'.HIT, there were several students who were supposed to have been charter members of Gamma, but owing to the fact that they were celebrating and off the campus enjoying the contents of the little brown jug they missed becoming members Brother Cecil L Rowlette was a student at Union at that time but was too broke to be with his classmates and stayed on the campus and became a charter member of Gamma Chapter

From Union University, Brother Rowlette went to Howard where he graduated in law He has been engaged in the practice of law in Detroit for more than ten years and is today one of the best, if not the lest, criminal lawyer in the City of Detroit of our group and only a few older ones of tin other group that surpass him

Brother Rowlette is a charter member of Gamma Lambda and a past officer of the chapter He has alv.ays taken a very active part in all of the chapter

BROTHER LLOYD A LOOMIS

BROTHER CECIL L. ROWLETTE

activities He was a delegate to the fourteenth and fiiteenth conventions

On the 9th of September, 1925, Dr Ossian H Sweet (Kappa Alpha Psi), U. D., Howard Utriversity, was arrested, along with his wife, two brothers and several others for the alleged killing of one Leon C. Breiner (white). As this case has become nationally known I will not go into details

Brother Rowlette, together with Brother Charles Mahoney and Mr Julian Perry, were secured as counsels for the defendants The preliminary hearing ol .some seventy or so witnesses and the briefing of the was carefully prepared by Brother Rowlette and his associates When the ease was ready to he tried Attorney Clarence S Darrow, of Chicago, and Attorney Arthur Garfield Haves of Xew York, were added to the defense counsel With a very short delay Mr Darrow was able to proceed with the case He complimented Brother Rowlette upon the line work and condition he had prepared the case which allowed him to proceed in the trial of the ease

We are very proud of the reputation and success oi Brother Rowlette and congratulate him and wish him continued success

We expect to see a large representation here from each and everv chapter for the Eighteenth Annual i '.mention Make your final plans now to come to Detroit See convention notes elsewhere in this issue Fraternally, PKRCIVAL R PIPER, Chapter Editor.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL ALPHA PHI ALPHA ME N

Certificate Rate Plan for Detroit Convention

A reduction of one-half fare on the Certificate Plan will apply for members of the Alpha Phi Alpha attending the meeting ni the fraternity to be held at Detroit. Mich.. December 27 to 31, 1925,and also f,»r dependent members of their families

1 Tickets at the regular one-way adult tariff fares for the going journey may be obtained on any of the following dales (hut not on any other date) : December ••Ito 30, 1925 Be sure that when purchasing your going ticket you request a CERTIFICATE Do not make the mistake of asking for a receipt.

2 Present yourself at the railroad station for ticket and certificate at least :il) minutes before departure of train .in which you will begin your journey

3, Certificates are not kept at all stations, li you inquire at your home station, you can ascertain whether C irtificates and through tickets can he obtained toplace of meeting

) Immediately on your arrival at the meeting senl your certificate to the endorsing officer, Mr Norman L. McGhee, Secretary, as the reduced fare for the return journey will not apply unless you are properly identified as provided for by the certificate

5 It has keen arranged that the special agent of the carriers will he in attendance on December 30, from B:30 A M to 5:30 1' M„ to validate certificates If you arrive at the meeting and leave for home again prior to the arrival of the special agent, or if you arrive after the special agent has appeared, you cannot have your certificate validated and consequently you will not obtain the benefit of the reduction on the in in.' journey No refund of fare will be made on account of failure i<>either obtain a proper certificate nor on account of failure to have the certificate validated

ii So as to prevent disappointment it must be understood that the reduction on the return journey is no1 pruaranteed hut is contingent on an attendance of :>:,o members "f the organization ai the meeting and dependent members of their families holding

larly issued certificates obtained from ticket agents at starting points, showing payment of regular one-way adult tariff fares of not less than 67 cents on going journey,

; If the necessary minimum of 250 certificates are presented to the special agent, and your certificate is duly validated, you will be entitled up to and including January I Itciii, to a return ticket via the same route over which you made the going journey at one-half of the regular one-way adult tariff fare from the place of meeting to the point at which your certi was issued

s Return ticket issued at the reduced fare will not "i on any limited train on which such reduced fare transportation is n..t honored

TO THE SPHINX FROM OUR PRESIDENT

'l'o AI.I, BROTHERS AMI CHAPTERS OF ALPHA I'm Ai.iMiA Greetings:

We are rapidly approaching the time for the next annual convention, where we shall come to discuss what is gond for our great fraternity, 'file entertaining Chapter has been doing everything possible to make this meeting successful from every standpoint It is now fourteen years since we held a convention in this section of the country We return as a greater organization with a greater program And we are glad that we may so extend its noble influence

We are completing the greatest year in the history of our fraternity. We have carried out the greatest and most extensive "Go-to-High-School, Go-toCollege" Campaign in the history of the movement We have penetrated districts where Alpha Phi Alpha was almost unknown Hundreds of those for whom the campaign was originally intended have been reached for the FIRST time this year The results have been most pleasing. And in proportion as we have helped others through our educational campaign, so has our fraternity become' stronger and in better position to help even greater numbers in the future Alpha Phi Alpha has expanded this year into several new sections Our expansion has been governed largely by the apparent need of the influence of the fraternity's program In this respect we have become stronger where the masses of our people are.

This has been a year of honor and achievement both for Chapters anrl individuals, all of which reflects p the credit of Alpha Phi Alpha The structure of the organization has been strengthened to some extent Chapters have become stronger Individual Brothers have become stronger in the faith At no time has the whole organization been mo'e compact. At no time have our ideals and standards been higher But we must do more

It is well to remark here, that during (hose few brief days in December of this year, the convention will be the home of our fraternity Somewhere have we heard of the preservation of the sanctity of the home Therefore, might it be said that our convention is not a place to demonstrate oratorical powers or to seek fame through empty speech "The wheels shall not be gummed."

It is hoped that the mind of the convention will beas serious and grave as is possible Just because we hold a convention does nut mean necessarily that we MIST "make laws." Let us go over the laws we have, study them, arrange them more logically, and, then if changes he made, let them he only where absolutely necessary Let us maintain our equilibrium on which we have progressed by cleaving to all of ilnt which is most rational We have expanded rapidly Let us, therefor, be cautious

There are some whom Chanter communications e:uuv,t reach This office would therefore repeal• "HE Wlio SHUNS THE DUST OF THE

ARENA SHALL NOT SIT 'NEATH THE OLIVE TREE." And this means both the business and social sessions of the convention

We hope all Chapters will find it convenient to be represented There will be Brothers who are graduates and those who are undergraduates—recent initiates and perhaps a Jewel But all will be there for oin- solemn purpose—to help Alpha Phi Alpha And I ask your Inst cooperation I hope that this has been a fruitful year for every Brother 1 hope that the Almighty has brought prosperity to all of you and that you in turn have carried happiness to others

I hope I shall have the pleasure of meeting all of you in Detroit

With all good wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,

Sincerely and fraternally,

RAYMOND W CANNON, Genera} President, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc

HOLDING ALOFT OUR IDEALS

From time immemorial the worship of high ideals has always been inculcated in the minds of men. In ancient times certain ideals and standards were upheld that caused the great to attempt to carry them out, certain warriors of great purposes and renown were honored and revered by the young people who were just starting out in life These warriors were held up as ideal men to be emulated by the young So throughout the ages we find a set standard of ethical ideals among individuals, governments and organizations that are continually influencing the lives of persons who are trying to attain a definite goal

Ask any young American boy today whether or not he has any ideal by which he is trying to mold his life, and invariably we will find that the answer is yes These ideal patterns may run the whole range of variety, yet in all cases we will find that the boys have picked some one, who has reached success, not by base and foul means, but by honest and pure motives In short we will find some one who has gained the respect and confidence of his fellowmen. Such is the type of person thai the- youth of the land idealize

Contrasting the effects of lofty idealism with the conditions brought about by the fall or destruction of our ideals, another picture is presented When some person, whom we greatly admire and respect, or if one whom we idealize would direct his steps in the destructive path of life, we become skeptical and lose hope, because our faith has been destroyed by the false purposes of our ideal. A few months ago during the baseball season, when Babe Ruth, the great baseball figure, was suspended and fined an enormous sum for actions not becoming a gentleman the saddest part was not the fall of Ruth, but, the destruction of hope and confidence placed in him by the great mass of hoys throughout the land Ruth' had been placed upon a pedestal by this band of heroworshipers not because of his exploits in baseball but because he played the game fair and square and because be represented the highest type of manhood

Do you wonder then that Ruth was the idol of more than one boy throughout the land? We also can imagine their disappointment and loss of hope, when it appeared that Ruth had betrayed that faith once placed in him Never again, no matter what lie may do will Ruth occupy the same place in the hearts of those boys

Just as we admire high types of ideals in individuals, in such manner we respect those same qualities in groups of individuals So we find that persons banded together in societies, clubs, fraternities

and other similar organizations generally have certain fixed, codes and high ideals that govern them We find that the persons composing the membership of such bodies are generally urged to conduct themselves above reproach in order to win the respect of those around them

Alpha Phi Alpha, as an organization, has such laws governing them The purposes and the basis upon which this fraternity was founded, were of the highest type No one could desire any alterations in the standards of Alpha Pni Alpha as originahy conceive;! of in the hearts of those lew stalwart men who gave the breath of life to Alpha No one could ask for a higher type of manhood than those that Alpha men are supposed to represent

It is not a question then of new ideals, but a question of whether or not we are holding aloft tnose ideals that we are supposed to advocate. Are we conducting ourselves so that the world as a whole looks upon Alpha Phi Alpha as something worth while? Do we carry ourselves in such a way as to inspire other men on the campus and around us to become part of us? Do we deceive those pledgees that come into the body thinking that Alpha Phi Alpha is the greatest organization in the world, but who are somewhat disappointed after they see us as we really are? These aie just a few questions that should be pondered over by every real Alpha man

If such conditions do exist, if we are not holding aloft those ideals we are supposed to represent, there are only two remedies that can be employed, 'the first is for every man that is already an Alpha man to do his utmost to carry out the principles of tne fraternity If each member resolves to live up to those standards to the best of his ability, we would find that half of the problem would be solved The second remedy is to carefully select those who are to be future Alpha men This phase of work should be given diligent thought It is upon the new men that we admit into the fold that the tut ire of Alpha depends If these men do not possess those qualities that characterize real men, then the future of the fraternity is in grave danger When admitting a man, we are not grant ng him those privileges only while in school, but in most cases he is an Alpha man for life Whatever he does after leaving school, will either be for the credit or discredit of Alpha h is no: enough to s :mp'y look at a man's superficial qualities, but we should try to pierce his real or inner self, where we will fin I the true stuff t'-at makes him. Truthfully speaking, are there not some that are a detriment rathe:- than an asset to Alpha? Are there not some that we would prefer not to call Brother? If we want such type to become extinct, the only way we can do it is to guard the selection of those whom we admit.

So let us all try to make a better and greater Alpha Phi Alpha—an Aloha that in future years will be loved and revered not only by the Brothers but by all—by holding aloft our ideals to the world, which can only be accomplished by each of us doing his best, and by guarding the selection of future Alpha men

JAMES D HOPSON, XII Chapter, Lincoln University

A RESUME OF COLLEGE FRATERNITIES

By LAURENCE T YOUNG, Phi Chapter, Ohio University

The time has now come when we should all be intelligent on the subject of College Fraternities To be well informed about a particular fraternity is not enough as that only gives us a narrow insight into the

large and interesting fraternal world among colleges and universities We should know the history oi College Fraternities and be able to discuss them intelligently This whole subject was finely treated in a student publication at one of our leading universities. It can hardly be improved upon, so I am presenting it almost in its entirety

A fraternity is a voluntary association of men. with common interests, mutual aspirations, bonded together for their mutual advancement and progress College students have always shown a more or less marked tendency to form themselves into societies Whether founded upon a national, literary or social basis, such organizations seem to have been evolved with the colleges themselves They are composed of chapters located in the several colleges and usually designated by Greek letters Because of this latter fact, they were first known as "Greek-Letter Societies" or from their secrecy, "College Secret Societies." Now they are normally called "College Fraternities." Before tracing their origin and progress, it may be well to give a description of their customs and practices The name of each fraternity is,usually composed of two or three Greek letters, as Beta Theta Pi, Alpha Delta Phi, and Kappa Kappa Kappa These letters commonly represent a motto supposed to be unknown to -J but the fraternity's members and which indicates freely the aims oi the organization. Branches located in the various colleges are affiliated, and are, with one or two exceptions, termed "Chapters."

The chapters receive various names, sometimes of the Greek letters in the order of their establishment as Alpha, Beta, Gamma, in which case the chapter letter is generally the initial of some word peculiar to the college or of a motto adopted by the chapter

At present the fraternity system consists of approximately 200 societies with 5,001) chapters in 700 colleges. Of this number, approximately 1,000 chapters are merely honorary scholastic societies and make little effort, if any, to maintain active social groups Nearly 2.000 of the remaining -1,000 live in college homes of their own provision

The first American society bearing Greek-letter name was founded at the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, in 1770 It was called PHI BETA KAPPA—Philosophia Bion Kubernetes Philosophy, the guide of Life This society, secret in its nature, was formed for social and literary purposes and held regular meetings In December 1770, it authorized the establishment of branches at Yale and Ha.vard The following year it ceased operations due to the con-fusion incidental to the Revolutionary war, then raging in the vicinity of Williamsburg

The Chapter at Vale was to have been called the "Zeta" but when it was actually established, Novemt:: 1780, it took the name of Alpha of Connecticut It was quite lo.mal Membership was limited to the two upper classes. It soon lost whatever of v.tahty and lraternal spirit that had existed in the o iginal organization 'The Harvard chapter, called the' Alpha of Massachusetts, was established Septem."., l;sl and the two chapters united in 1781 to form the Alpha ot New Hampshire at Dartmouth. Us subsequent chapters are all named upon the state system It is now a purely honorary society

Another class of societies had arisen at different colleges, 'these were mostly of a literary character They bo-e names such as Hermosian, Adelpliia Some ot them were secret and some"were not Their exercises consisted of debates, the reading and discussion „i papers on litc.ary subjects and like activities. : ince their work was mainly educational, they were encouraged by the faculties But students took little in c est ill their proceedings except at the time of literary contests or when elections were about to take place. Sometimes rivalries were fierce and hotly contested In fact, their object was training and drill in composition and oratory They afforded no social

advantages

Such were the societies existing in the colleges when in the autumn of 182."> the Kappa Alpha Society was founded at Union College by John Hunter and other members of the class of 1820. After this date fraternities were established in almost every college in the country.

The better fraternities move very slowly in the granting of chapters. Petitioners find that they have to wait sometimes for years at the same time, push " their claims patiently and persistently in order to gain recognition Much of this inertia is traced to an exaggerated conservatism which has contributed to the rapid and successful growth of younger fraternities

In the early days at fraternities, only seniors were admitted to membership but the sharp rivalry for desirable men soon pushed the contest into the junior classes and later to the lower groups, until at some colleges it scarcely stops at the academy The general rule, however, is that members shall be drawn from the four undergraduate classes At Yale, the chapters of the general fraternities were merely junior societies and, at Dartmouth, for a long time, though membe-s were pledged they were not admitted until the sophomore year As colleges usually open about the middle of September, the campaign for freshmen commences then and lasts until Christmas when each chapter has secured its most desired candidates

Many fraternities elect and initiate members who are not college men These are termed "honorary" members and in this sense, the term is applied to all who are not elected or initiated while an undergraduate student

This history of college fraternities has been fraught with many judicial decisions It has been judicially determined that any student at an institution not under public control, is bound to obey its rules and regulations, including rules against membership in s"• et societies The Supreme Court of Illinois der'Vd this in 1866 in the case of the People vs Wheaton College In violation of the college rules c vns fraternities, K Hartley Pratt, a student at Wreaton, joined the Good Templars On his suspension by the faculty, his father applied for mandamus to compel the college to reinstate him The court decided that the faculty had a right to expel him on his refusal to abide by faculty regulations "not inconsistent with law and good morals."

With the exception of the Unive-sity of South Carolina and the University of Mississippi, there are niw few white or colored male or co-educational schools of importance that prohibit fraternities Among the latter, most important are Princeton and Oberlin. Today, 20.000 new members are being added to the roste- of fraternities each year

Turning to the history of college fraternities among Negroes, about the same conditions are prevalent If we omit the Boule (Sigma Pi Phi), a fraternity composed of professional men, the first college fraternity among Negroes was the Alpha Phi Alpha This fraternity was organized in March, 1000, at Co-nell University From one chapter with seven (7) members, the fraternity has grown into a nationally chartered organization with more than fifty chapter r::d a membership of more than three thousand (3,000)

On January 5, 1011, at the University of Indiana was founded Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity This group became a national organization incorporated under the laws of the state of Indiana in February of the same year, and now has more than forty (40) chapters including undergraduates and Alumni Chapters The object and ideal of this fraternity is to assist in accomplishing both in college and in subsequent life a place of usefulness and honor for its members

Omega PsiPhifraternity was established at Howard University in 1911. It hasgrown by leapsand bounds until today it has secured an enviable position among Negro college fraternities and has a roll composed of about forty-eight (48) functioning chapters. The cornerstones of this fraternity are Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was founded at Howard University, January 9,1914, bya group of men who felt that anorganization revolving around the standard of "Culture forservice andservice for humanity" would beanother step intheupward development of the Negro youth

The next problem fortheaverage freshman tosolve aiter hehasacquainted himself with theHistory of College Fraternities, is to decide which group he wishes to affiliate himself with It is always tobe remembered that joining a fraternity is not a joke Joining a fraternity isa life long proposition When you join you link yourself with agroup of men around whom you shall concentrate most ofyour associations; your interests; your friendships

Before determining which shall betheaxis around which your collegiate associations shall evolve, get around among allthegroups, then when youfeel that you have found onewhich appeals to your inner-self and notto your inward desire for "front"—then and not until then, should you make your decision.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Within a fewdays Apha Phi Alpha menwill be headed West, totheseat of Gamma-Lambda Chapter where tlte most important conclave of craftsmen will meet tothink through theproblems inourday This meeting must be important, for there aresome vital issues awaiting adjustment andsome absolute changes necessary in theoperation of affairs

It is high time that Alpha Phi Alpha note her strength, both inmen andmoney I amof theopinon that we are failing to hold the interest ofour members, in fact, that is very deplorable and one that should call fortheserious thought of every loyal Alpha PhiAlpha man I wonder isourprogrambig enough tochallenge thebest inourgroup? I wonder are we spending money mimeographing essays and orations, setting forth our ownpetty ambitions and affecting ourown sections and cliques when weshould be spending money to foster Alpha PhiAlpha spirit in andbetween chapters andto spread it from member to member, arousing thenon-interested andstimulating a real spirit in the members everywhere I wonder have we visionalized ourtask, estimated its responsibility andscanned its possibility in the light of ourracial group or are we simply markng time, wasting money and energv andeulogizing our own selfish' fancies" IT IS HIGH TWELVE LET'S GET BUSY

I am concerned about the fundamental principles upon which ourfraternity was founded Love is first and basic Spirit is all I fear that our group is losing both I missed them at NewYork at the banquet especially I have missed them through the year and I miss them now Alpha Phi Alpha is not a club, it is a brotherhood in which every mem-

ber should feel spirit and recognize the sense of comradeship at all times WITHOUT THIS ALPHA PHIALPHA WILL MEAN NOTHING TO YOU AND IT WILL MEAN NOTHING TO ME

S S BOOKER

A Call to Ethiopia

By GEORGE L ALLEN (Alpha-Omicron) Johnson C Smith Univ '26

Ethiopia, arise!

And sound your battle cries, For Freedom's light hasdawned to snatch The blindfold from thine eyes! Awake, thou whowast maimed andblind, March forth to victory, And leave thydark past far behind,— Thy Godiscalling thee!

Ethiopia, awake!

Come forth thyplace to take, For through the night of sinand storm The morning light doth break! March on, till byourGod's great might We shall triumphant stand, Led forth from slavery a,ndnight By Hisalmighty hand!

O falter not! Lift upthine eyes! For yetwill come thehour When Ethiopia's sons shall rise In grandeur andin power! When colored menon every hand Shall FYeedom's joys have known And Africa, our Mother Land, Shall come into her own!

We've sung thepatriot's battle song When Hope wasbuta spark— Yet must wesuffer hate and wrong Because ourskins are dark! Black heroes sleep 'neath skies of blue Who paid the bloody price For Freedom, yet no Freedom knew— A noble sacrifice!

Ethiopia, rise! andstand True toyour God's command, Though wearemurdered, burned, destroyed, Enslaved in Freedom's land! Awake! march onwith hope sublime For life andliberty, Till all thysons inevery clime Shall evermore be free!

O God, who bythypower andmight Hast ledusonourway From war's alarms andslavery's night Into thelight of day; Protect usinthychosenway Until ourdaybedone, Keep usforever Thine, wepray, Until thevictory's won!

<] EDITORIAL S >

Victor R. Daly, Editorial Editor Mu Lambda

The Measure of Life

There isa commendable tendency today to give our greatest concern to "Life"—the art of living—as opposed to the old idea of "looking toward theend"; but since death must ultimately follow life it is well perhaps to consider our fitness to meet the "Great Adventure." The last issue of THESPHINX gave notice of thedeath of twobrothers Our present edition tells us that two more have "passed over." And what of the many already accounted, and those that are to come! We find ourselves face to face with the fact that Alpha Phi Alpha men, like other young men, are dying; young men with the door of life just opening to them

There is something appalling about the death ot a man who is young We mourn the loss of older men, but not with that feeling of "darkness and despair" which marks the tears we shed for the man onthethreshold of life. Anolder manhas lived; something of joy; something of sorrow; something of song, and something of strife have been his—but he has known the heights, he has had his chance—the inevitable has happened Not so with the man who is young Life with all its promises and possibilities is open before him and,just when he is beginning to realize the dreams he cherished as a boy, he is "stopped in his tracks"; tackled andthrown without a "fighting chance" by a Power so great that human resistance is impossible And, but for our inherent faith andtrust in the wisdom of that Power, wewho love sport and fair play would cry aloud at the cruelty and injustice of such anend

And yet that is life—Flowers die, birds take their flight and each has lived but a little while An optimist in seeking for a lesson m this law Df ]jfe—"lest we despair"—offers this solution: "The measure of life is, after all, not how long but how well we have lived." There's a challenge m that hit of philosophy which men,even of riper years, can ill afford to overlook

How well are you living? Man, with his infinite power for goodness and graciousness can live so beautifully if he will Young men of Alpha Phi \lpha, the challenge is yours! Are you being swept on bythetide of things; by gambling, by recklessness and thespirit of abandon? Have youthecourage and nobility to stand firmly for the principles ot Alpha Phi Alpha? Are you mak'ng the most of your opportunities day by day? "No better time than now t.i 'take stock' of yourself." Alpha Phi Alpha is a religion, a passion—walk worthy of the vocation wherewith you are railed! Measure your life How well are you living?

Brother Judge Albert B Geo ge

The press of the country, including the dailies, weeklies and (the'- periodicals, have had so manv commendable things to say about the very efficient tvork of Brother Judge Albert B George, that it is |v-dlv necessary for us to take note of it here for rre new--value thee is in it However, we are very s-re that all Alpha Phi Alpha persons will be glad

to have reprinted in our official organ the editorial appearing in the Chicago Whip {or October 31, 1935, With gratitude and appreciation for the fine work of Brother George, we quote:

Judge George

Judge Albert George of the Municipal Court of Chicago is making good and while he has been the cyncosure of all eyes and the subject of a million tongues he has gone about his judicial duties as an able lawyer and as a splendid citizen The record that he is making is exploding fallacies, removing obstacles, crushing down ill-founded prejudices and is eliminating to a snail degree the antipathy that has been held against the black race in this city

It was said at one time that if a black man was clothed in power he would become a despot, a tyrant and a demagogue. Judge George, His Honor, has been lawyer-like in hisdecisions, Christian-like indeciding questions of fact, and has been a humanitarian in dealing with his fellow man It seems that this quiet jurist of the black race, this one man of his kind sitting in judgment on society, has proven that he can forget color, disregard traditions, spurn insinuations and intimidations and rise above the common herd who stand ready to destroy hm. "

The majesty of the law holds forth in this man's court An air of solemnity and-dignity seems, to pervade its confines The Judge sits in his chair and looks down with a calm, dispassionate expression in the faces of those whoare around. There is nothing of the spectacular, no display of ill-timed wit no lagrant exhibitions of temper or distemper, no patent examples of unfairness and bias In Judge George's court room the law is administered and that is all Chicago and the Bench should be proud of him

People of all types, all classes and all races come before this judge but they all are the same in his eyesight There are no special privileges, no particular immunities, no impunities All are the same Judge George seems to be gfted with the much discussed and much coveted judicial temperament His mind is capable of speedily appreciating a tense situation. He appears to understand what his duty is. He shows a splendid knowledge of Illinois law and court proceedure He is a good judge and we are protrd of him

The entirely satisfactory record that Judge George is making will make it possible for other lawyers of his race to aspire A new impetus is given to practice of law among black men A new racial pride is born and a broader horizon appears in the American skies Other cities will take the case of Ji:d<te George and place other black men upon the bench A new respect for ablity and integrity will be disseminated Judge George is breaking down the bars of racial intolerance and he is going about his task without flare and trumpet Chicago is proud

"It is better by noble boldness to run the risk of being subject to half theevils which wecan anticipate than in remain in cowardly listlessness for fear of what may happen."—Herodotus

"The best verse hasn't been rhymed yet, The best house hasn't been planned, The highest peak hasn't been climbed yet, The mightiest rivers aren't spanned

Don't worry and fret, faint-hearted, The chances are just begun, For the besl jobs haven't been started, The best work hasn't been done."

DETROIT

Not many days remain before the hosts of Alpha Phi Alpha will invade the City of Detroit We know that the stronghold of Michigan will succumb before the onslaught of A Phi A just as did New York and Columbus and Kansas City and Baltimore in years gone by The keynote of our success is service Alpha Phi Alpha lives to serve Faith, Hope, and Charity—but greater than these is Service

THE POWER OF EXPRESSION

Those of us who have been through the mill, and have been able to survive four years of undergraduate lite, know to what a "hit and miss" education we were subjected It is only now, years later, that we begin to realize what it was all about During the four years of anguish and travail, the ave.age student is concerned with only one subject in his curriculum—"requirements"—and there his interest begins and ends. When, he is crowding in successfully Ins requirements tor graduation, or bis requirements for the Medical School or the Law School, his mind is at ease—and at rest, too

We grant that if the student is to successfully complete his undergraduate course, he is compelled to clog his program with "requirements." But to the thoughtful and sincere student, there is always room for some leeway, furthermore, it is often possible to substitute kindred subjects Wherever this is possible, give a thought to public speaking Perhaps no subject in College is more overlooked or avoided than public speaking Yet, there are fewer courses that will be of more downright value to a man after he has left the confines of the campus. Whether you turn out to be a surgeon or a lounge-lizard, the man who has the power of expression is the one who succeeds in his chosen line

Orators are horn, not made "The gift o' gab" is inherent in those who have it Public speaking courses in our colleges are not designed to develop orators—and it is not orators that we need, am how Public speaking simply qualifies the bashful and s,agcstruck young man to rise among a group of his fellows and express himself in a free, easy and conversational manner Furthermore, it helps him to think on his feet It develops in him the ability to maintain an intelligent conversation Finally, public speaking is 1IK- basis of salesmanship. No matter into what fields of activity our college careers lead us, we must all be salesmen If we are not selling commodities, or other tangible wares, then we are selling our services This is the heyday of the man who can sell himself and his ideas to the community in which he lives, and to the people with whom he comes in daily contact More power to our tongues!

"The heights by great men reached and kept Were not attained by sudden flight, But they, while their companions slept, Were toiling upward in the night."

Longfellow

FRATERNITY POLITICS

We hear so many reports now-a-days of fraternity polities in college Again and again it is charged that fraternity men control the football teams, the track teams, the debating teams, the school publications, the class offices and even the faculties. And what of it? I'tati nity men are the leaders in their respective schools If they are not—they should be It is because of their inherent qualities for leadership that they are attracted to the fraternities A man is first a fraternity man, and later football captain He is not tirst football captain, and later fraternity' man. If a man displays absolutely no qualities of leadership or talent of what use is he to a fraternity, or any other organization of worth? Brilliant men in the fraternity attract other men of like caliber A college fraternity is a hive of busy bees—not of drones TMat is why our college activities are largely in the hands of [ aternhy men It is a natural condition It should be so It is not a reflection on the school or on the fraternities—they should be proud to supply the leaders. Only a lew of us are leaders—the vast majority are only followers

Cupid's Corner in the SPHIXX might well be changod to Cupid's Half

OUR FISCAL POLICY

These columns have already given expression to our views on the fiscal policies of Alpha Phi Alpha We have prayed for an Alexander Hamilton to lead us on, of a financial morass, and place us high and dry on the road to permanen! independence With the approach of the Detroit Convention, our thoughts naturally turn to some of the important matters that were brought forward from the last Convention Fo emosi among these, will be the report of the President's Committee of Three who will lay before the Convention its recommendations for a permanent financial policy as a means for investing the funds of the Fraternity,

Right here a word on investments might be timely Even the sanest of us can do the most unreasonable stunts with our money, in the name of investment Our race has been no exception to the rule As a matter of fact, if it were possible to be wo-se than the other group in this respect, we might even qualify Id" that designation

'fhe risk ol loss from legitimate investments is small Ill-advised speculators take millions of dollars from the foolhardy annually Fraudulent schemers take more millions

A dollar soundly invested will almost certainly return, and return with something earned A dollar put into a speculation has a chance—perhaps only a gambling chance—and may or may not return A dollar put nno a fraud will not return once in a thousand times The difficulty is how to tell which securities are investments, which speculations and which probable frauds

Briefly stated, a man invests his funds when he looks primarily to the preservation of what he already has He speculates when he looks primarily to profits or yield, taking risks to that end with what he already has

Investments and speculations may both be legitimate, hut they are not equally proper for all persons or organizations True investments are always sound Frauds, masquerading as investments or speculations are always to he guarded against.

The kind of fiscal policy that Alpha Phi Alpha needs must be based upon sane, conse-vative lines Because our principal is small, all the more reason win we must look to the safety of our funds, rather than be stampeded into recklessness for the sake of glittering profits

Well, election time rolls "round—and the politicians are rounding up vice-president material

The American Legion will hold its !!>:_>; Convention in gay Paree; but we don't have to go so far How about Montreal, next year, boys?

Q U D

To you the officers of Alpha 1'lii Alpha, your Fraternity offers its deepest thanks and heartfelt gratitude for the year of effort which you are about to bring to a close Thoroughly, mindful of the personal sacrifice which you have undergone in your desire to "carry on," we are at a loss for words to express properly our feelings. Know that we take unfounded pride in you. Believe that a grateful Alpha Phi Alpha wishes you Godspeed in your chosen line Hi endeavor

Some of you will be re-elected. Others of you will he retired (o private life again This will be no reflection on you or upon your record Human nature is constantly seeking for variety and change Since the

dawn oi history, man has been making and re-making, building and re-building, digging, exploring, destroying—ever seeking a change

You have borne well the responsibilities that we have placed upon your shoulders You have proven to our satisfaction that the true stamp of Alpha Phi Alpha is upon your brow We are proud of you—and we hope that you are still equally as proud of us

The ole coal strike still hangs on—but the boys are heading north. It's a safe bet, though, that if Atlanta wants the next Convention, she'll get it

What we want to know is, why the editor of the SIM [\x and the General Secretarv didn't have a double wedding—all at once, you know, instead of stretching 'em out three weeks apart Look at all the parson's fees, and 'lectric light bills and church hire you could have saved This is the day of economy boys! Well, anyhow, we wish you good luck. You'll need it

Bctuuttes of Gbaptere

ALPHA CHAPTER,

Ithaca, N Y

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA:

Alpha Chapter takes pleasure in greeting you again Andas wenote with pride theendeavorand achievement of your, our sister chapters, we begto submit thefact that we, too, areearnestly engaged in the struggle toward ourideals

We have noabsentees inourranks Allourbrothers areback Butwedomiss Brother Cook, of Beta Lambda, and Brother Derbigny, Mu Lambda,who, last year, took graduate courses here and are now back at their respective schools

Brother Logan, of the Forestry College, is the president of theForestry Club

Brother Houchins maintains hisplace onthedebate squad

Alpha wishes tointroduce toourBrothers twoneophytes from whose sandals, atthis writing, theburning dust of thedesert hasbarely been brushed away Brother Oliver B Cassell, of Baltimore, nowin our Engineering College, and Brother George W. Hill, of Mount Vernon, N Y.,nowinourArts College— belong now to the chosen few Alpha expects of them full Alpha Phi Alpha dimensions

We believe we see in the foreground, near at hand, a bigger and brighter future for Alpha To that end we are working.

Likewise, we areever entertaining firm hope for the progress of oursister chapters

Your fraternally and eternallv, ALPHA, W M BANKS Chapter lulitor.

BETA CHAPTER,

Howard University, Washington, D C

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

Dear oldBeta hasopened another school yearand by nowhassettled down to business To help put over her many projects andendeavors, Nu Chapter lias swelled out ranks with Brothers "Bill" Harris "Shag" Hogans "Monk" Howard "Dutch" Haskell and George Cannon From Epsilon come Brothers Perry, Fleming and Crawford Gamma is represented by Brothers Martin andDoles Xi Chapter's representation consists of Brothers Williams and Atkins Psi, Ornicrou, Rho-Lambda and Alpha-Gamma have single representations in theorder named: Brothers "Ether" McNeill, Cornelius, Brown and Roscoe Lewis Brother Napier Henderson carries thecolors ofthe University of Wisconsin

Howard's football team, which has as Assistant Coach Brother Charles West, hasnotbeen scored on this year Alpha Phi Alpha's representation in this particular sport issuch that wields both influenceand impressiveness. Thefollowing Brothers are fighting daily upon thegridiron andstriving to putthe"Blue and White" above all in Negro football this year "Ed" Long (Captain), "Joe" Carter, Deckle Maclean, "Kill" Meroncy, "Chuck" Burrell, "Bob" Miller "Red" Jefferson, "Ted" Wright, "Biff" Martin, Karl Gaunt

and Pledgee "Tick" Smith It wasa forward pass from Maclean to Captain Long that defeated the strong Wilherforce aggregation. Wilberforce brought a large delegation of students to Washington only to seetheir team go down in defeat Among this group were many Brothers andPledgees of Xi The nmst noted of thepledgees was"Ted" Thompson, na-• tional Negro tennis doubles and singles champion

The boys backed up their team not only with that 'Force spirit, butplenty of "greenbacks" which looked almost as plentiful as the blades of grass ofour front lawn Butwearesorry to saythat they went back wilh empty pockets

The Atlanta University team, 1924champions of the South, went down todefeat at thehands of theHoward "Bison." Alpha-Pi wasstrongly represented by seven Brothers, including theCaptain, Brother Lamar, and nine Pledgees Beta gave a colorful andimpressive dance in their honor at thenewly decorated Murray Casino

Among the internes in Freedmen's Hospital, Beta is proud of Brothers Wm F Nelson andGeorge L Johnson, both former presidents of theChapter, Hugh Simmons, Smallwood Ackiss, William Welch, Stanley Brown of Western Reserve andChester Chinnof Michigan, and Kxternes Brothers George Moore of Chi, Albert Hughes andWhittier Atkinson.

Beta was honored this fall bya visit of ourGeneral Secretary, Brother Norman L McGhee and hisblushing bride Brother Garland Wood, oneof Beta's erstwhile strongest andmost active sons, now at Atlanta, was with usfora fewdays, while enroute to Norfolk to attend thewedding of Brother Oscar Brown We were glad to have himpresent at the"A U."game and subsequent dance

Beta wishes totake this opportunity to congratulate Brother Oscar Brown, whowasa president of Beta Tuesday night, November 17,1985,isa date which will linger long with the following Brothers, since it marks their initiation into themysteries and workings of Alpha Phi Alpha: Lester Braden, Earl Gaunt Leander Hill, Charles Johnson, George Jefferson, Paul Miller, Robert Miller, Milford Martin, Cline Price Henry Williams andTheodore Wright.

We areglad to have ourmost efficient Treasurer back with us this year after quite a tour of Europe with the Fellowship of Youth for Peace, in the person of Brother Lewellyn Davis Brother Daviswas one of thetwomen to represent Howard abroad this summer

Acting Editor to tlir SPHINX ALTON C, BKURY,

GAMMA CHAPTER, Richmond, Va

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM GAMMA:

The minutes, thehours, thedays, yea,the months roll on andwith thepassing of each, there is some worth-while achievement of Gamma which will bea theme of themuse of history as sheunfolds to generations yet unborn, her secrets which were enscrolled bythe hands of Brothers inAlpha PhiAlpha

We were sorry to lose from our faculty Brother Prof. George Martin. A. B..of the Department of Chemistry; however, weareglad tohear thefinere-

ports as the result of his Wttrtl ill the School of Medicine at Howard University 1S|[£

Brother Prof. Miles Washington Connor, A. B., A M., Dean of the School of Education and Principal of Wayland Academy, is pursuing a course of study in the Teachers' College at Columbia University, while on a leave of absence Brother Connor is also author of "The Process of Education," a work which occasioned much favorable comment from leading educators in this country He will return to resume his work in September, 1926.

Brother Prof. C. M. Maloney, A. B.,A. M.,LL.B., leaves to take up his practice of law in New York Brother Maloney held a position on the faculty of Law and History in the Law School, and the College of Liberal Arts Brother Maloney was also made famous by the championship debating teams (four in number) coached by him

As mentioned in a previous issue, we lose Brother Prof. Thomas Goode, A. B., Instructor of Latin in Wayland Academy This is due partially to the innate desire for a helpmate, the satisfaction of which desire came in the chaiming form of Miss Virginia Isabelle Hill, and the desire to matriculate at the School of Law of the University of Pittsburgh; the latter desire was also satisfied Much luck, Brother and Mrs Goode

But we lose and gain also Brother Prof William H Spurlock Jr., who spent the summer in the Brooklyn Branch, Y M C A., New York City, as instructor, received an appointment to our faculty He has caught Brother Goode's mantle and is a very successful bearer of the same

Brother Prof Rayford M Logan, A B.,a graduate and a member of Phi Beta Kappa, of Williams College, who has for the past six years or more traveled and studied in Europe, comes to our university Brother Logan holds the position on the faculty of the College of Liberal Arts as Professor of Romance Languages and lectures in American History

Brother Prof R P Daniel, A B., who spent the summer in Europe under the auspices of the Fellowship Youth for Peace Movement, returns to the university as professor in the department of English. Brother Daniel is also director of the Extension cou.ses in the Department of Education and traveling lecturer in the same department Since his return to this country, many audiences have been delighted with the addresses delivered by Brother Daniel and his services are still much in demand as a speaker

Gamma takes this opportunity to introduce to the body, those who have recently crossed those perilous sands, from which no traveler emerges without receiving a deep impression of the spirit and effectiveness of A P A.: F E Davis W R Strassner, A B.; C. F. Wortham, Chester L. Washington. J. H. Owens', R C I.ightfoot, T H Wingfield, W E Brown, F B Clark, C G Williams, bishop Merritt and G E Downing The latter three will furnish some of the thrills of the "Turkey Day" Classic in their respective positions as halfback, tackle and guard on the Panther eleven, according to Brother Coach T W Harvey, A B., assisted by Brother A C Jackson. four-year letter man of Union.

We dare not pass without mentioning the fact that we are looking forward with much joy and enthusiasm to the 18th Annual Convention with Gamma Lambda Not even the thoughts of the cold weather can cool our ardor

Yours frate; nally

"Till we meet in Detroit."

H ELLIS BOOKER Chapter Editor.

EPSILON CHAPTER, Ann Arbor, Mich.

Ti> ihr Editor of THK SPHINX : A last 'hello" to the brethren of our sister chapters

before meeting in our Eighteenth Annual Convention, Detroit At that time we can,"shake" our greetings! Epsilon has swung very earnestly into a well formulated program for the year We are making a special study of discrimination against Colored students on and in the vicinity of the campus, with the ultimate aim of effecting some remedy Organized efforts are being made to raise the average of our group upon the scholarship chart Brother Charley Baker is holding his place on the Michigan cross-country team, in the face of keen competition Brothers Robinson and Langhorn represented us well in the all-campus teams tournament Brother Pride israpidly becoming a very distinct political factor upon the campus From Gamma come Brother James Carter "Jim" is doing splendidly in the Law School

Epsilon has pledged so far this year Messrs George Harry and Robert Cyf/fc, of Washington, D C.; C Kinney, Theodore Barnes, and N Stephenson, of Detroit; Charley Finch, of New York City; "Ted" Williams, of Cleveland, Ohio; O. Thompson, of Washington; "Skeets" Johnson, of Oberlin and J Simpson, of Oregon

Our homecoming game wasperfect Brothers Oscar Baker, "Bam" Maton, "Doc" Raeford, Harry Fisher, Lloyd Loomis, "Cockie" Cochrane, D Grimes, and A. P. Lee. were all back on the scene. Several visiting brothers were present also—with wives and sweethearts Preparations were made for one hundred The trustee board met and transacted all the necessary business phases

Meet our delegates to the Eighteenth Annual Convention: Brother Booker T McGraw isour president Competent "Mac"got his B.A. from Atlanta University and his M A from Michigan He is now working for his M B A.—adegree that few can boast of Brother William Postles, of Detroit, Michigan, is our vice-president "Bill" isa junior in the dental department In Brother Postles all of the virtues and ideals for which Alpha Phi Alpha stands are aggressively present

Brother N Selby Minor has served Epsilon as vicepresident and secretary. He comes from provincial Cleveland Probably that is why he is called "Cy." He isa senior law student, president of theAnn Arbor branch of the N A A C C, and for the past year served as director of the local community center

So then—On to Detroit—to "the promised land." Fraternally, N S MINOR

THETA CHAPTER, Chicago,111

BROTHERS IN* AII>HA PH I AI.I'IIA, Greetings:

No weather reports have been received from other chapters located above the Mason and Dixon line, but here in Chicago, Old Man Winter has blasted away our Indian Summer, and has sprung upon the populace unaware Unleashing his zero winds, whose raw fingers rasp one's spinal column upanddown,and belching a barrage of ice and snow he has driven the shivering hordes behind the first line of radiators

Perhaps the cozy lire which fairly purred warmth throughout the house had something to do with the presence of somany brothers at the first regular meeting in October. Certainly a large number of the members came our and pried off the lid of the fall season with a vim Judging from the various expressions Theta was merely marking time until December when the chapter should invade Detroit in solid formation, so to speak

Aside from the interest in the coming convention, the prospective work in front of the rushing committee was discussed The committee was called to attention was re-assigned, re-instructed, re-admonished,

and told to get busy The committee'So far has Uncovered some promising Alpha material at the University of Chicago and at Northwestern Plans are under way for the new students' smoker to lie held early in November i

One other item of interest to Theta men was the annual report of the house committee submitted by its secretary-treasurer, Brother Or Charles Greer As perhaps everyone knows, (lie tasks imposed by the duties of a house committee are burdensome and oftimes unwelcome. When a brother serves in this office as conscientiously as has Brother Greer, he— and his committee as well—merits the highest commendation To publicly praise and to thank Brother Greer in the pages of the SPHINX is perhaps a meagre remuneration for his work, but it is the very least

Theta can do to reward:such sincere effo 't The report included.the-fifc'riod from July 1024, to July 1025 It exhibited in detail what Theta and Xi-Lambda are doing in a financial way The fraternity has been staggering for some time under a load of expenditures while the supporting items of income have proved very frail.

As a matter of interest, not in a comparative way, but merely as a sample of what expenditures are in-ciured in the upkeep of a fraternity house such as thane in Chicago, your correspondent presents a tabulation showing the distribution of yea ly expenses and the percentage of each item to the total On the basis of these data a graph is included which picturizss the same information that is arranged in the table

I. DISrRIBUTiON OF EXPENSES FOR THETA CHAPTER HOUSE FOR 1924-1925

Total Mortgage Electric Gas Laundry Coal Cleaning Taxes Equip- Repairs Petty MlscelExpense Payment Light ment Cash laneous

Expense

Total (2,230.75 100%

Data taken from annual report of Theta's House Committee—July 1924 to July 1925

II. DIAGRAM SHOWING PERCENTAGE DISTRIBUTION OF EXPENSE OF TABLE AEOVE

Mortgages Coal Taxes

Laundry Gas

Lig'ht

Equipment

Petty -Cash Miscellan's Cleaning Repairs

The graph visualizes very forcibly the burden Theta is carrying in the form of a first and a second mortgage Forty-five per cent of the expense is assigned to this one item It is of interest to note that the second mortgage was liquidated in October

The receipts for the year out of which these vxpenditures were made amounted to $3,545.17 The rent paid by the Hi men living in the house (as of lulv'l'provided the main source of income while the house tax levied by the two chapters furnished additional revenue

In or.der to appreciate more fully what our present committee has accomplished it must be understood thai the administration took charge at a time when Theta's financial affairs were in chaos Many obligations were outstanding and long unpaid ; lev records were available to show authenticity lor debts incurred, and the payment oi rents had become so uncertain that the operation of the house was placed in jeopardy. But Brotfiej Greer and the committee -Brothers Cooper, Chapman Glover Hayncs and Jordan—grappled with this emergency and brought order out of the confusion foils were paid off; rents were collected and a clean house was inaugurated In brief the house is nou operating on a budget, and U making ends meet

In the period under consideration, 1924-1925, the chapter had an average monthly income of, $l',i:i.llt) balanced against an average monthly expense pi $194.00 But a review of the statement for the last seven months reveals an average monthly expense of $|i>i.oo and in the last lour months—May to July inclusive-the .average expense was $155.00 In other ivuiia reduction of 20 per cent has been made in the amount of monthly outgo." With the liquidation of the

second mortgage in October a further reduction in tfi lithlj expenses has been assured, and p ogress towa d a monthly surplus is in sight

In addition to these financial aspects of the report, the committee had certain plans under consideration which included: (a) repairs on the roof, (b) sandblast.ng ol tiie front, (c) painting and decorating the interior As a final note ot opunrsm the comm.tlee recommended the establishment of a building fund by means oi which the fraternif" can satisfy a long expressed desire to move into a better and biggei home

If this anay pi statistics proves too dry a few lines about Theta's social activities may seem more refreshing

Some of the members of Theta may be distinguished for their penury, but certain other brothers a.e not without a degree of a.'liucnce For example, word comes that our honored brother and National Treasurer, Dr Home;' Cooper, has just returned from a bunting trip in Michigan, where, i is said, Ins marksm..nslnp brought down a brace of pheasants and some rabbits The .report that Homer Cooper, jr., d.spensed pills to the patients during his father's absence has not been confirmed Brother, Lir. e.eorge C. Hall exalted honorary mem l:er, has just returned to Chicago i om an extended trip in the Hast to points vhich included New York Washington and Philadelphia Brother Lucius I. Magee has returned to Oklahoma City where he adds dignity to the faculty of tiie Douglas High School and also coaches the athletic teams Every summer Brother Magee comes back to Chicago ;.nd recha ges Theta's activities with his dynamic personality* Our distinguished brother and pedagogue is

probably counting the days when he will return to Chicago and Theta is just as impatient to have him back again

The last letter from Theta failed to mention any of our recent graduates, and the impression may arise that Theta men are not awarded any sheepskins. It seems that our graduates are all very modest and reluctant to have their names appear in print However, in spite of this seeming reticence, a little diligence has uncovered the following list of 1925 graduates: Brother Spurgeon Morris, D D S., Northwestern; Brother John Davis, D D S., Northwestern; Brother William Kennedy, D D S., Northwestern; Brother C M Tarkington, D D S., Northwestern; Henry D Brown, J D.; Brother C C Wimbush, B L Northwestern; Brother Leonard Jewell, Ph C, Illinois

Among the graduates of 1024 and 1925, the following brothers, all dentists, have opened offices and are nursing their practices through the precarious stages of infancy: Brother Leon Headlen, D D S.; Brother R F Edwards, D D S.; Brother Alvin Lane, D D S.; Brother Percy Fitzgerald, D D S.; Brother C M Tarkington, D D S.; Brother Wm Kennedy, D D S

Visitors

Theta was pleased to welcome, during the summer ;n.'l early fall, the following visiting brothers: Beta Chapter: Brothers Howard Allen G W Brown, Fonville, "Pee Wee" Johnson, Wharton

Chi: Brother Simeon Draper

Eta: Brothers Maceo Smith, H. T. Tatum.

Nu: Brothers Henry Burton (now of Jefferson City, Mo.) Dewey Curtis, Dekoven French, Cliff Gordon

Departures

Brother Ernest Greene, recently of Theta, has enrolled in the Dental School at the University of Iowa "I.'tile Willie" is missed not only by his brothers here, but by "Sweet Zenobia" as well i> other Charles N Pitts, of our fold, who would have entered upon his third year in medicine at Iowa, •1cided at the last moment to accept an offer from Wiley University, Marshall, Texas, where he will be Professor of Science

If the SPHINX readers have survived the ordeal of reading, up to this point, a reward comes at the end in the form of the most interesting piece of news Theta has recorded for many an issue. Brother Bindley C Cyrus, our fo.eeful and efficient secretary, has just made a bid for international renown by capturing a place on the University of Chicago debating team

Brother Cyrus is well known to Chicagoans as a successful undertaker, and a spirited organizer in Chicago business groups He is now enrolled in the L'niwrsity of Chicago Law School, transferring there, id., en ugh, from he Medical School of the Uni.'ty He is a graduate of Lewis Institute and att r.c'"•d'T.tL-ntion at this school by winning debates on two occasions. Now our ambitious secretary has exhil itcd his well known dominating personality and tenacity of pu pose by crowding through a field of • y ('CO) candidates to win his place on the Chicago l am

1his achievement is all the more significant in view nf the (act that the University of Chicago will debate Cambridge University, of England, November 2iird, on- the subject, "Resolved That the future of the human race depends more upon the sciences than upon the arts and humanities." Because of the international interest aroused by this battle of brains, it may be s-iiely asserted that the members of the Chicago team \.j.e selected because of unusual attainments in oratory and argument

Theta congratulates and is proud of Brother Cyrus Undoubtedly, all Alphi Phi Alpha will congratulate 1 in and will be proud of his achievement Whatever -utcome of the debate Brother Cyrus has already

reserved a place for himself in the Hall of Fame Fraternally, SUMNER T BOHEE, Corresponding Secretary.

ETA CHAPTER, New York City

GREETINGS :

In cosmopolitan New York where many practice the savoir-faire theory of life, Eta Chapter began this year with extraordinary vigor, and has continued thus far with surprising success The genial atmosphere around the house partially created by the addition of a pool table, a new radio set, donated by Brother Peyton Anderson, second vice-president of the Eastern District, and other attractive furnishings, the gifts of Brother Richard Thomas, has not only been conducive to comfort and enjoyment, but has served to stimulate interest and a genuine Alpha Spirit As a result we feel very optimistic and enthusiastic about our progress this year Our every effort has been indicative of that fact: our fall smoker; our Hallowe'en party, and several fraternity, meetings

It-is with regret that we announce the resignation of Brother William K Bell, as our house manager He was conscientious, reliable, and efficient, but since Iusiness obligations forced him to curtail his efforts somewhat in our behalf, we shall attempt to show our thanks and appreciation by patronizing the imposing haberdashery establishment of Bell & Delany on Sev enth Avenue

While it was with regret that we mentioned the resignation of Brother Bell, it is with pleasure that we introduce our new house manager Brother Maurice Moore He has been fortunate in maintaining the efficient management, and has impressed us with his sincerity in a degree remarkable to mention With the care that he might compound a prescription down at the Columbia College of Pharmacy, he has attended to the most minute details of management, and we feel proud to get such a worthy successor

Not less interesting is the success of our new house manager than that of Brother H A Dash, D D S., lyb i is managing Eta's basket-ball team. The practices are well attended and apparently he intends to mold a perfect machine that is capable of crushing our most formidable opponents Consequently we are looking forward to a most successful season.

Since the progress of an organization is the sum total of individual endeavor, there is much of interest that we wish to state

Brother Richard Harvey has surmounted difficulties of all kinds and is in his third year at Cornell Medical School There is only one Negro graduate of that Medical Institution, and Brother Harvey is very deserving of favorable mention

Brother Harold Jackman toured Europe last summer and made many interesting observations He tells wondrous tales of the Latin Quartier No Eiffel Tower or Arc de Triomphe for him.

Brother Countee Cullen. possessor of the coveted key from New York University, and now pursuing the Master's degree at Harvard University, recently won first prize with his contribution of poetry in a '•utest conducted by one of the leading magazines of the country

oYother Alyles Page, our chapter secretary, who has a Master's degree from Columbia Law School, is associated with the firm of Dyett, Hall, and Pattersun, 8309 Seventh Avenue, New York City

Brother Paul Robeson is touring the British Isles and Europe iii the leading role of Emperor Jones and is meeting with success

Brother Maceo Smith, a law student at Columbia University, found it necessary to leave school for one year because of business connections and has just re-

turned to New York from a wide swing of the southwestern states Included in his business tour he stopped at Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo, Kansas City, ami Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The recently elected delegates from Eta Chapter to the General Convention in Detroit are Brother James E Fladger, M B S., senior delegate; Brother James Whitfield, junior delegate, with alternates, Brothers Dorland Henderson and Walter W Scott

Newly initiated members in Eta Chapter in June, 1025, are Brothers Harold Jackman, teacher in public schools of New York City; Dr A D Hunt, Phar., of New Rochelle, N Y.; Dr Arthur C Thornhill, of Montclair, N J.; George Lemon, student; Lester Walton, an editor of New York World; Prof Gerald Norman, of Flushing, N Y.; Kenneth Wibecan, student; Dr Maurice Curtis, physician, of Paterson, N J., son of Exalted Honorary Brother Dr Curtis; Frederick Robinson, student; Alvin Morris, student; Dr P M Rountree, dentist, New York City; Warren H Brown, an editor of New York Amsterdam News.

With IKS! wishes for Christmas and the New Year

Cordially and fraternally,

ETA CHAPTKU

C L JOHNSON, Uditor.

IOTA CHAPTER,

Syracuse University, Syracuse, N Y

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

Once more we turn our attention to the issue of that great fraternal publication that has stirred the emotions of more college men of the descent of that noole race of Sphinx and Pyramid builders, than any other fraternal publication. It is with a spirit of mingled pride and joy that the fratres of Iota anxiously await the coming of the next number comparable only to the oriental Moslem who looks forward to the periodical pilgrimage to Mecca at the appointed time It is our means of communication to the outside world of Alpha Phi Alphaism and brings us the chronicle of the happenings of the outside fraternal world As the ancient Romans, in establishing colonies throughout the world that Rome was to become the mistress of, took with them the sacred fires of Rome with which they kindled the fires 01 the new coionies, so can the SPHINX be compared as the sacred tire of the incomparable spirit of Alpha Phi Alpha which radiates from this wonderful organization of men of a noble purpose and becomes the esprit de corps of the fraternity, sending out to each deiachcd chapter the fire that will never die, the noble inspiration of Alpha Phi Alpha lota is now upon the eve of a very notable year 1'nder the very able leadership and guidance of our venerable and efficient president, Brother Morris, and with the close cooperation of men of the fraternal calibre that Iota possesses in each and every brother, there stands little in the way that could impede the progress of this hardy chapter The chapter is anxiously watching the activities of a trio of brothers who it seems by their initiative and zealous efforts are destined to work out the future of the chapter. They are the superstructure of the great foundation laid by the passing Brothers Morris, Center, Douglas, Maloney and others The activities of these men and the fraternal spirit that they have shown is like that which is seldom seen in a chapter the size of Iota and means that the future of the organization in this sector is assured This reference is made of Brothers Cooke, Bryant and Johnson These men are the men whi are to carry the burden of Iota forward and onward to the attainments of the ideals of Alpha Phi Alpha It is well that such a trio can be de-

pended upon to step into the shoes of opportunity and responsibility to carry on the great work

The year has brought to us two pledgees who have expressed their desire to become connected with Iota Chapter and the brothers have seen fit to reward their efforts to demonstrate their sincerity and aspiration by the presentation of the much desired and highly honorable Sphinx button Mr Richard Atkinson of Washington, D C, is the proud wearer of one of these pledge buttons and it is with pride that he takes up the duties of an Iota pledgee

Mr McDonald Bobb comes to us from the fair Island of Trinidad, the land of asphalt and palm trees He has been highly recommended and has an enviable scholastic record Mr Bobb is a student and a gentleman, the kind of man who exemplifies the very ideals of the fraternity and who will in time be moulded into a very valuable fraternity man For his attainments and abilities, he has been awarded the Sphinx button

At present the chapter as well as the entire university is much engrossed over the gridiron battle with our most ancient enemy, Colgate University It is the annual combat of the two great universities that has been going on for a number of years The favorite this year is Colgate as they were successful in giving Princeton a sound thrashing a few weeks ago It is well however, that Syracuse goes into the battle as the under dog for if we should win, it would mean that much celebration will be in order There are great plans for a house party on the night of the game and we intend to entertain the Brothers Anderson and Robinson with generous hospitality, in spite of the facts that they belong to the opposing aggregation Quite a number of towners are expected including students from Colgate and Hamilton Universities The Colgate dance at this chapter has been an annual affair for several years and is always looked forward to by all of the friends of the chapter

Another matter of great importance that is now• holding the attention of the brothers is the great Howard-Lincoln game that is to be held in Philadelphia on Thanksgiving Day. The chapter intends to attend en masse and already we have corresponded with our brothers in Philadelphia to make accommodations for the Syracuse invasion. Brothers Johnson and DeMond are going with Brother Center in h's coupe; Brothers Grant, Morris, and Bryant are going with Brother Cooke in his car, while Brother Uoyster, Douglas and others are making other arrangements At any rate the whole chapter will be there intact and it is highly probable that we will hold a fraternity meeting at that time in Philadelphia

1 he chapter has been very glad to hear of the successes of the good Brothers Posey and Clair who parted with us last June Brother Posey is doing very creditable work as an instructor at West Virginia Collegiate Institute and Brother Clair has a position in the Danville High School of Danville, Virginia We are glad that they are making good and have every wish for their future success

Brother Thomas A Center is doing splendid work with the community center movement here At their annual election, Brother Center was shown their appreciation for his services by being given the office of president of that body, a duty which we are all sure that Brother Center is well capable of discharging efficiently

Among the brothers of the chapter, a complete spirit of harmony and brotherly love seems to be the keynote. Things are running very smoothly and the house affairs are looked after with a care and precision that has never been known here before. Under the very able direction of Brother Royster and Brother Cooke, the house has been in a splendid condition this year and the outlook for the coming months is very fa.:irable

Iota wishes all of her sister chapters well and earnestly looks forward tomeeting therepresentatives of each chapter of this great fraternity at theannual conclave in Detroit

Yours in the fraternalism of Alpha Phi Alpha A L DKMOMI, Secretary.

KAPPA CHAPTER,

Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

Kappa opened theschool year with a rousing meeting and practically every man back inschool Regular business was resumed from where it was left last spring andeveryone entered whole-heartedly into the spirit of the occasion. Included in the important business transacted was the election of Brothers Findley andManuel assenior andjunior delegates, respectively, to represent us at the Convention These nun, we believe, are especially fitted for this high honor

The following neophytes were placed on probation For the week of November 8th: William Pyaut, Spaulding Dickerson, Garfield Williams, Albert Dixon Noah MacAeal, Dr. K. A. Calloway and Bishop (lair Should all go well these men will seethe lighl Saturday, Nov 14

Superstition was thrown tothewinds when 13 men were granted admission into the pledge club The men chosen are: Philip Daily James Thorpe (not the athlete). Cyrus Taylor, Francis Goode, William Nelson, Bernard Ware John Br..wit, Solomon Clark foseph Thomas, George Jones, George Cooper, Nelson Woody andMerrill Williams Kappa ispleased with these menandexpects much of them.

"Ihis year sees Brothers Price and Slade inthe Medical College, Brother Floyd in Dentistry and Brothers Crayton andWarfiekl, the latter from Phi, in the College of 1-aw Brother White, who was graduated in September isteaching in West Virginia.

Plans have been perfected fora "Red Hot" banquet to he given Sunday, Nov 15,in honor oi ojrnew members Rivalry among the fair sex for bid,is keen andweare wondering whois going to belet; out inthecold

Brother Earl Taylor's pinroamed away from home for a short while but has returned A certain "brudder" (we won't name him) whohasbeen deunusual attention to a certain lady here, has signified his intentions of making a trip toth the Christmas vacation andcandidly announced tint if hegoes, hispinwill notreturn westward with ban Moral evident, ..«,' ,, ,

The [nter-racta! Council, of which Brother Manuel is chairman, will bold a dinner, Dec. 5. This organization though in its infancy hasshown that it I12S merl andsho-tld bea deciding factor in its influence n campus lite at Ohio State Brother Ali Giles, 1985 graduate in Pharmacy, is ,:-•••'.•,y.'d in C'ncJnnati. Brothi Butler and Glenn areoutof school this quarter butboth to return during the year We tire glad to Brother Kenyon T Burke with usagain Known ;is the"No-thern Power." he adds much by his enthusiasm andsincere fraternal spirit

'the All-Ohio Chapter Conference will meet Thanksgiving morning Visitors from West Virginia arealso expected atthis meeting Brother WarV is chairman of the Kappa group Brother Attorney Worsham is practicing lawwith R-i -her Attorney Wilbur King Brother Eckford is r••ntinir'ivr hisgraduate work

The convention spirit pervades Kappa at this time ;,..,; everyone is bending hisefforts to make Kappa's representation 100% We extend best wishes to

Gamma-Lambda in heranticipation of conventionexcitement anda word of warning that shemust "step some" tobeat theconvention of ':.':!

Best wishes toallof thechapters inour endeavors for a greater Alpha Phi Alpha Watch our smoke in Detroit! We'll be there!

Fraternally yours, WILLIAM I GIBSON, Chapter Editor.

NU CHAPTER,

Lincoln University, Pa.

BROTHERS I.\ ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

The beginning of December heralds thecoming of the winter season, andwith it thecold, thesnow,the storms, misery, poverty, and suffering It also is heralded astheseason of work especially inourschool and fraternal matters Thesummer months are past now, andputting aside our mental sluggishness and lack oi physical pep,wecanget down to our work with avim andvigor that will beproductive .if something worth while in the future Nu has fallen in line with thespirit of theseason andallbrothers are working todevelop themselves and atthesame timeto promote thewelfare of Alpha Phi Alpha

In the last issue of the SPHINX we named those brothers whohad left us by graduation We also find our ranks depleted by the non-return to school of Brother Theodore Valentine, former corresponding secretary and honor student; Brother Gerna Powe, honor student and member of the Beta Kappa Chi honorary scientific society, andBrother Win Taylor Brother Henry Cornish washere the first part of the year, but hasalso left us to take uphis studies in a commercial school However, thebrothers that are lure plan tocarry onasof old Brother Donald Marshall waselected as corresponding secretary to tiil theposition vacated by Brother Powe

Nu still continues tohold herown inscholasticattainments As partial evidence of this, we find that Brother Leon Mury wasawarded the medal given • chapter to themember of the freshman class who maintains the highest average for the year Brother Murry notonly ledhisclass, butreceivedthe highest average of theentire student body Also,we find that of thenine members of theBeta KappaChi honorary scientific society, of the university, sic are Alpha men These menare Brothers Johns, Carrol, Elliot, Gaskins, Wells andScabrook.

We are not solely concerned with scholarship attainments, butarecarrying outthework of tbechapter as usual.

At present ourplans arebeing concentrated on the coming convention at Detroit Brother Kred Johnson whorepresented thestudent body of Lincoln at the Kings Mountain Y. M. C. A. Conference last June, andalso theY M C A Convention that was held in Washington, D C, a fewmonths ago will HI our chapter at the convention Brother Johnson is already making preparations for Detroit, and hopes to again bring back the Balfour cupthat we captured last year

Nu is planning to put a basket-ball team onthe court this year, and hopes toviewith Beta Chi Sigma and other chapters forbasket-ball honors this season. There isa wealth of material among thebrothers,and there is no reason whya good team cannot be produe.I

Ourpresident, Brother Hughes, hasbeenappointed manager of theteam, andisarranging a series of attractive games

Brother StyWoods, who graduated from the Seminary last year, andBrother Ernie Martin, of Sigma, are with us again to help put the football team in shape for the all-important clash with Howard

Thanksgiving Brother Woods is coaching the line, while Brother Martin is working with the backfield

We are confident that their work will not be in vain

In connection with Thanksgiving our chapter is mapping out plans for the prom that will be given in honor of the visiting brothers in Philadelphia for the annual classic Of course, when this publication appears the dance will be over, but we hope that pleasant memories will still be lingering in the minds of the brothers as they scatter to their homes We also hope that the brothers who shall have attended will tell those who could not be there what a wonderful time they had as the guest of Nu TEN—SPHINX—3471

With good luck to all chapters throughout the fraternity I remain,

Fraternally yours

JAMES O HOPSOX, Editor to the SPHINX

XI CHAPTER,

Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, Ohio

BROTHERS IN ALPHA I'm ALPHA, Greetings: livery member of Xi Chapter feels with pride the neanuss to us, in time and location, of the National Convention The official delegate will probably enjoy tiie company ni more than ball the chapter's members c:', route to 1Detroit.

When this issue of the SPHINX goes to press, the t inks oi .\i t hapter will have been augmented by at least sixteen men On the night of November 15, !••>:> S'lh'nx Chlb of 1924-35 was dissolved There were twenty-three members whose accomplishments in ,no,,nan,\) and extra-curricula activities have done c.edit to Alpha Phi Alpha The fraternity at large may well be proud of them

We are singularly fortunate in having with us

Brother Walter R Thornhill, Professor of French and Spanish. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois, where he was a leader in nearly every phase of college life and where his efforts were rewarded with the cherished election to Phi Beta Kanna

Brother John Clark, assistant instructor in Chemistry, and manager of the football team, is handling both positions with masterly skill—but Dan Cupid has him around the neck with a down-hill pull

We regret that Brother William Bland, our president, is not with us this year He is supervising the Howard County schools Cookville, Maryland, and exploring the seas of matrimony Brothers Frank Beane and Charley Williams are our worthy pilots

Brother Theodore Simpson is "doped" to lose his pin any day, and Brothers William Simpkins, member of the football squad, and George Venters, assistant instructor in Chemistry, are doing well in their respective endeavors

With best wishes to our sister chapters, we are, Fraternally yours, Xi CHAPTER,

OMICRON CHAPTER,

Pittsburgh, Penna

BROTHERS:

t(micron sends greetings and best wishes for the coming year We hope this year will be the greatest one of all for Alpha Phi Alpha

At the last initiation the following received the light: W K Leftridge, G A Xickens G I. Jackson F Parr (' Mdler, B Counts, II Brown, W Wilkins, W Douglas, and Arty Randolph

Brothers J L Jones, and F T Randolph are new at Northwestern University and will make welcome additions to the chapter there

Plans are under way for the formation of an In:cr-Fratcni4v Conference and the chapter is taking an active part in the work It might be wise for other chapters to form such a conference with other fraternities

A basketball team is also being planned and we are sure they will meet with much success.

Brother A D Stevenson has recently been made president of ihe Steel City Bank

Brother Thomas Barton, who recently graduated from the Law School of the University of Pittsburgh,

has now opened offices for the practice of his profusion

Omicron was well represented in the various affairs of the University during the last term Brother F T Randolph won the oratorical contest held by the Public Speaking Classes Brothers Lea S Cowan, Roscoe Howard, R. T. Smith and R. P. Talbot represented the "Varsity" Track Team Brother Cowan is a "dash" man of note; Brother Howard a crack "440" man; Brother Smith a hurdler of promise, and Brother Talbot is the best broad jumper to represent the University for some time. Keep an eye on them as they promise to bring laurels to themselves and to all of us this year

The following brothers have given their pins away, deliberately and with malice aforethought: R V Baxter to Miss Thelma Coffey; Burrel Johnson to Miss Julia Elam; H D Taylor to Miss Stella Elias and H Brown to Miss Narcissa Williams May these beautiful feminine judges be merciless in their punishment of these weak-kneed brothers

Looking forward to good times in old Detroit, we are,

Very cordially and fraternally yours, OMICRON CHAPTER

RHO CHAPTER, Philadelphia Pa

I.'/.AR BROTHERS ;

My first thought after emerging from the long silence that seemed to absorb this veteran chapter is summed up in the farewell words of Charles the First sqi oj paiunj 'papEaqaq aq o; moqB SE.W 3i[ uaq.w "i[\\ mitley array of persecutors and to his faithful followers and said, "REMEMBER."

As tlie SPHINX is about I" be sent out on its last \i il oi the year and we are about to present to the C invention our All-American or rather all-star staff of delegates, the prime thought we have in mind and n.'sh to give to you is "REMEMBER." Remember, ol.l faithful Rho and her Grand Tax records; remember the City HI Brotherly Love with its great Sesqui0 ntennial Celebration all next year; remember the debonair 1'si Chapter with its incomparable auxiliary of pretty Co-Eds ; remember the fifty debutantes who aic t" have their "coming out" parties just about con1'intion time in 1926; remember the new 17-milliondollar bridge joining the sovereign states of Pennyslvvtiia and New Jersey, making the famous Atlantic C i "in., eighty minutes away; remember that the sosal system of Philadelphia is equaled only by the 1:pital of the Nation, that there are hundreds of c : i ming school teachers, heiresses, coy office maidens. ut of the social life of Philadelphia and well zed into such joy-dispensing clubs as the Geace, tl • Felicita, the Arpeggios, etc. And it is not vain I-ousting when I declare that the Alpha Phi Alpha Fiate.nity is easily the favorite among them Jut enough of unpaid press agent chatter! The fi tcrnity is mure alive than ever before The meete la gely attended, the enthusiasm is high, the 0 ccrs are conscientious and active and tlie chipter is einT increased with good potential Alpha material '•• in initiations gave us such men as Messrs RanSm'th B M.; Cornelius Garlic, M D.; H P 1 ailani 1.1. I!.; \Y. R. Livington, C. A. Scott, and i Herbert

The outstanding activities of the chapter are as (O'.IOAVS; Brother Ferdinand Motley dedicated an • ..'] pound Fe dinand, J •., on his arrival here last m nth He is now Alpha Phi Alpha property '• iV.otley, who is a soloist of caliber and his v ' Mrs Louise King Motley, a noted pianist, will s :; lour the country in recital ' i! Washington is in charge of

the Armstrong Association, a social agency, and the community service being done by the association is of the highest order They have secured the services of lour Lincoln University students for the promotion of larger social work in Philadelphia The expenses of these students are borne by the association

Last spring Brother Washington and Brother J H J Baker established a training school for young girls in order that they could learn to qualify as dental assistants.

Brother Washington has finished the survey of Xegn Life in the state of Pennsylvania He was commissioned by Dr Ellen Potter, chief of the State Department

Brother Theodore R Penny has compiled a series of lectures on the decadence of home life; the subject of the lectures is "Relief Ahead." Brother Penny agreeably surprised the Secretary to the President of the Nation when he proposed the establishment of a cabinet portfolio dealing with home life as it affects the child He calls it the Department of National \\ elfare

Brother Howard Stratton, D D S. has recently opened modern dental offices in this city We wish him success and an early marriage

Brother Win Carter M D. who met with an accident while driving his Maxwell coupe, has fully recovered and is now sporting a Chrysler coach

Brother Rudolph Gordon, of St Augustine Fla., recently spent a month visiting in this city

Brother Ceo. Lyle has been appointed principal of the new Waiter George Smith Public School The school provides Ior seventeen hundred pupils and has a faculty of forty-two teachers

Brother Spotuas Burwell, M. D., vice-president of the Philadelphia branch of the N A A C P., reports that his branch has raised over one thousand on- tiie Sweet Defense Fund to assist Dr tn Sweet in his segregation fight at Detroit

decent visitors to the chapter were Brothers Dr Morris, of Sigma; Dr Matthews, of Nu; Dr! Vieakcn, of LJu and Beta, and Dr Reeves, of Beta

We have selected Brothers J B Lovell, D D S and Brother Forrester B Washington as delegates to i convention And we have given them an i viable list of "remembers" to tell you when they reach Detroit

And now my parting word is, let us all strive for Limy Coherence and Emphasis—Unite of endeavor in.' dear old Alpha. Coherence fratema'lly in all matters that make for racial uplift, and Emphasis eternally in everything that shapes and maintains our moral stability

O WILSOX WINTERS, Chapter liditor.

SIGMA

CHAPTER, Boston, Mass

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PHI ALPHA, Greetings:

A cross country man is told that when he tires, fix a spot about two hundred yards in front and say "I'll -tick it out until I reach that spot." But when lie comes to that point, take another spot a little further on, and then another By doing so he will last the race out and mure than likely win his rare 'Ibis little "trick of the game" as it is called, may well be applied to Alpha. If we set a certain goal, which we hope to attain, ahead of us and then upon attaining that set up another still further on, then we will truly he progressing forward with leaps and bounds <igma in the nasi has set limits and upon attaining them has pushed forward This year we are looking forward to a banner year in all activities of the chapter.

On October 30th, Sigma and Alpha Eta held a joint smoker, present at which were all the new students in

I Boston Out of this conglomeration of the intelligensia, Sigma has picked Brothers W. H. Bethel, M I T '2i>, E Hope, M 1 T '26 and J E Wyche, B U '28 Although small in number Alpha lor quality not quantity and so it was to this trio that Sigma imparted the old Alpha spirit on November 19th

On Friday November 80th, the night before the Harvard-Vale game, the joint Chapters of Sigma and Alpha Eta entertained visiting brothers ami friends at a reception given at the Grantanbry Bungalow in Cambridge The Bungalow was artistically decorated with the fraternal colors and fully two hundred guests danced to the delightful strains of music The dance was such a social success that all Boston is still talking about it.

Among the visiting brothers attending were Brothers McClcndon, Jackman. Dick Thomas, Cummings, Fladger of Eta; Parris of Alpha Kappa; and Tribett, Curew, Foote and Sullivan

Brother Balia due to the increasing pressure of his medical study was forced to resign from the Secretaryship of the Chapter and Brother L H Henderson was selected as his successor

In the last c.ty election, Brother Julian Rainey ran a close second for the office of city councilman

Although Inter-Fraternal champions of Boston last year, prospects for this year's basketball team are even brighter. From last year's squad only Brother Amos is missing, while Brothers Clarkson of Beta and Hope are strong and welcome additions to the team

Brother Taylor has just completed his second year on the Tufts College football team, again winning his letter

Many brothers in Sigma look forward to seeing their main- friends in Detroit this Xmas. Fraternally yours,

LLOYD M CDFER, Editor to the Sphinx.

TAU CHAPTER,

University of Illinois, Champaign, 111

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

As the year closes Tan boasts of prosperity Out of chaos and social unrest came willing workers, peace and happiness. With a lengthy program ben.re us we have worked unceasingly We left the 1924 convention with the determination of winning the Balfour Cup and re-establish the credit of Tau Chapter and to rebuild its social and moral spi.it, to perpetuate the cause of fraternalism and to permeate the very existence of Tau Chapter now and forever.

We saw the need of a remodelling, the diminishing iif liabilities, the need of a new spirit, a change of activities and a re-establishment of Tail's scholastic average We have worked and we have accomplished our ends A modern home remodelled without and with—makes us feel more like studying. Our "Go-toHigh School Go to College" program and enthusiasm was a mammoth success It developed an arousing Spirit of fraternalism that was so powerful until fan to a man arose and carried the cross Hearts opened and sang as never before They listened, and Springlield Danville, Decatur, Georgetown, Pa is Champaign and Crbana heard a whisper, a sound, a note, a tone a voice and a chorus founded on Alpha Phi Alpha singing "Lord, God of Hosts." "Lift Every Voice," and "Sing, My Task," "Alpha Phi Alpha, the Pride "i My Heart," e1 aL; we carried over ideas and ideals It spelled a glorious awakening in the Tower of the West

Then came a change of activities From nonworkers we became workers, from non-thinkers to thinkers and from pupils to students The task was a

tedious one, but we won Individual student averages came from 2.501 to 4.311; as a result the fraternal average arose from 2.981 to 3.51)7, an increase of .816, which was the highest increase of any fraternity on the campus for the preceding semester Alpha Phi Alpha arose from beneath sixty-two fraternities and stepped into eighth position with colors As a result we have the prize.

Our publicity in Student papers has increased fifty per cent News of our alumni, student and social activities are seen regularly in the .Gazette and Mini.

We are certainly a bustle on the University campus. Our doings are being noticed We are letting the other groups know we are here and it is tending to heller the conditions of Negro students in general on the campus

Something that has never been seen in the history of Negro organizations here and possibly in the history ol the university is occurring: The first two colond students to start the senior law course since 11>04 are now moving gracefully along the campus They are brothers of Tan in the persons of Brothers Hudson and Moss. We boast of two other seniors. Brother Add.son C Mosely, in tlie Sfchool of Commerce, who is also a member of the Foreign Trade Club and the Commerce Club, and Brother Zero Webb, in the School of Journalism, who just recently has been elected to the honorary fraternity in the same school

Tau held an initiation late in October and the following pledges were ail..wed to gaze through the crystal into Lhe mysteries of Alpha Phi Alpha: Harvey Kenl '28, Richard Robinson '28, Hooker Blackwell '27, Virgil McKnight '27, K J Halfacre, Ph C The new brothers have caught the idea and have the spirit Consequently they have entered right into the work and have their sh adders under the load to be carried

After looking over the many new men on the campus we feel sure in saying we have the cream of the freshmen as our pledges They are all doing well seholastically and two are out for athletics They are going to furnish the nucleus of the basket-ball team we are entering in the intramural race on the campus

Homecoming, as usual, found Tau a center of social activity Visiting brothers and friends filled the chapter house to capacity We entertained with a dance both Friday HIKI Satirday evenings Our visitors: Brother Eugene W Woods '24, and many friends from Chicago. Detroit and St bonis. They came to see Grange and Tau Illinois' two big attractions

Two weeks later, Dads' Day and the Chicago football game, brought us an overflow of company; visiting Brothers Harewood '23, Powell '23, Wadcll '23, Brewer of California, Hardy, Shell, Mahone, Randall. Jardin, Sammy Stewart, all of Chicago, and Brothers Sykes of St Louis, Baker of Michigan Friends, .Mr Prescott, Mr Bogan, Mr Stanton Mr Bland, Mr Reed, Dr KlHs and Mr Maple The chapter house was turned over to these visitors, the houseman giving them the key on their arrival here

The chapter feels the loss of Brother F T Hamilton very acutely He was always a willing and untiring worker We realize that his shoes cannot be tilled so easily

V e are getting abundance of assistance from our patrons and chaperones: Mr and Mrs Irvin Jones, Mr and Mrs Clifford Jordan, Mr and Mrs Richard Edwards, Mr and Mrs Woodward Thomas, Mr and Mrs Arthur Wood uff, Mr and Mrs W H Beeler, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Frazier, and Mr. and Mrs. Donald 1!own A'e feel indebted to them for the wonderful work they are doing for our chapter They elected the following officers fo the year: Mrs Clifford Jordan, president; Mrs Richard Edwards, vice president; Mrs Irvin Jones, secretary; Mrs Arthur Woodruff tieasurer.

We have much to accomplish yet; our tasks are large. We are few in number, but no stone shall be left unturned in an attempt to make our chapter the

best intheorganization Meet usin Detroit Fraternally yours, VIRGIL MCKNICHT, Corresponding Secretary.

PHI CHAPTER, Ohio University

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

Phi Chapter began this school year with thesmallest membership since its inception, as but two brothers are nowat theseat of Phi Nevertheless, both of these expect tobepresent at theDetroit Convention, as will bemost of thegraduate brothers.

Brother Valentine is nowlocated at Cleveland, instead of Xenia, and isemployed with theMutual Benefit of Washington

Brother Barnett hasresigned from the faculty of West Virginia Institute, where heshone, notonly in His chosen field, social science, butalso inthedepartment ofathletics aswell, forhis coaching was inlarge part responsible forInstitute's track team of thepast year Brother Barnett hasassumed theprincipalslu'p of theLondon, West Virginia, public schools, and has taken unto himself a life partner Wewish himsucc ssinhisjoint ventures

Brother Jefferson, former All-Ohio center and guard, andcoach at Wilberforce, isnowat Bluefield Institute Hence, great things are expected of the Bluefield eleven.

Brother Hazelwood now heads the Huntington, West Virginia, High School, while Brothers Toney and Porter report thebeginnings of a great year at McDonald schools Brother Toney, superintendent, filled the vacancy left bytheresignation of Brother Warfield, who entered theOhio State University Law School.

We have nothad one of Brother Charley Fairfax's visits forsome little time, though Brothers Mayle and Tocus did stop intown the night oftheHarold Bauj.Ossip Gabrilowitsch joint recital.

We areexpecting tomeet, among others in Detroit, Brothers Barrier Lacy, andPettress, andweare receiving reports that Brother Dalton, instructor inscience at theState Norma! School, is still burning the midnight oil—in hisnewStudebaker coupe

With best wishes toallsister chapters fora Merry Christmas anda successful NewYear, Iam, Cordially and fraternally LAWRENCE JORDAN, Chapter liditor.

CHI CHAPTER,

Meharry Medical College and Fisk University, Nasaville, Tenn

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

Here we are again, "Off again, on again, gone again." We're back and working for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternally most of theoldChimenarebackand again making history Weareespecially glad towelcome back into the fold Brothers Owen and Gibb.The brothers report having metmany brothers from other chapters during the summer months Wherever Alpha men were they were known Wecanspeakof the functioning of thebrothers from Beta, Mu, Nu, and ChiintheNorthwest That much of the Alpha aggregation was"too tight." AskGeo Dewey Curtis and Al Hughes if youdoubtus

Under the leadership of Brother McClendon, the officers of thechapter areattempting toandwillput over a program surpassing that of last year Here are some ofthethings wearegoing todo:

1 Under theleadership of ourplaywright "perexcellent," Brother Jesse Mack Williams, wearegoing to present a play entitled "The Zabarian Prince." Brother Williams predicts forthis production greater success than that attained byhisplay "TheKing of nda."

2 Weintend to repeat intherealm of basket-hall, with Brother Siiep Wright asleader and with thesupport of such men as Brothers Owen, Gibson, Young, Matthews, Fentress, Redmond, Rabb, Clarke, Brown, Morrison andMason, whyshouldn't werepeat? By the way, this manMason isa wizard. Watch us go.

3 Weintend toleave nopage unturned inan effort to obtain an undisputed possession of our fraternity home With such menas we have chosen asour pilots, wehave nodoubt that erelong justice will be meted out in spite of prejudices manifested bythe Ku Klux Klan andothers It isgoing tobea ferocious battle, butourcause is just andwe intend to fight. Our only handicap has been thelack ofahome, naturally wefeel it very keenly nowthat weown a home andcannot peacefully enjoy it "A home or bust" isourgoal.

I Wearegoing togive another affair this spring, which will beanother Alpha affair Nuff said

That oldAlpha spirit was tobeseert inourannual "get-together smoker" given inhonor of our visiting brothers Gamma seems to viewith Chi for "spirit honors." Shewaswell represented bybrothers from there. Keep on, Gamma, youwill catch us. Inthe meantime, "excuse our dust."

Brothers Cary, Sharp, Kirkpatrick and Lewis of Alpha Beta came upasmembers of thefootball squad from Talladega They fought Brothers Lawson, Walker andAtkins of Fisk toa 0-0deadlock

Our worthy president, Brother Jas J McClendon, has been elected as ourdelegate to the 18thannual convention Brother M L Owen was elected asalternate Twodarn goodmen

Brothers Young andGibson traveled much before returning to school Sherlock Holmes is ever after them, though Watch for developments

We were very pleased to hear from BrotherJas M Bynes Dentistry, ISS5 Brother Bynes was the honor manof his.class. He has passed the State Board and nowenjoys a very lucrative practice in his home town, Chattanooga, Tenn We wish Brother Bynes every success TheAlpha wayis the best way. youknow. Write again. Brother Bynes. Will somebody please notify Brothers Moore Qxley, Smith, Wimbish, Poole, Hart, Clarke. Claiborne, Tolbert, Guinn and others that we are still doing business onthesame oldstand Men "DON'T FORGET YOUR MISSION."

A few of the brothers find themselves spending their idle moments discussing such vital problems as "Belles," "Carroce St.,""Travels through Oklahoma and Texas." or "Journeys over theHills." Visit the castle andhear theroyal members rave

"Big Charlie" and "Little Charlie" seem to have forsaken the'Other '["cam." Wonder why?

Chi deems itself unusually fortunate to have with her Brother Dr Lloyd Stephens of Mu Brother Stephens isagraduate oftheCollege of Pharmacyof the University of Minnesota '22 Fora while Brother Stephens was connected with the Walgreen Drug Store in Chicago Hegave uphiswork to takethe chair of Assaying (U.S. P.) in the Department of Pharmacy of Meharry We welcome Steve inour midst because weknow all Stephens aregoodmen Aren't they Sammy?

Fraternally yours, H HUDSON WKATHKRS JR

BROTHER DR A M TOWNSEND

Brother Doctor Arthur Melvin Townsend is a member of Chi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha and is without a doubt one of the greatest men of the present era. Dr Townsend is a native of Tennessee He was born at Winchester and only recently celebrated his fiftieth birthday anniversary, which has been studded' with years of usefulness, not only to Alpha Phi Alpha, but to the whole race

The parents of Brother Townsend, are pionters of the fields of education and religion in this state The heritage which was Brother Townsend's has been well guarded, for undoubtedly he has done great service in both educational and religious fields Brother Townsend was graduated from the Old Roger Williams University at the age of twenty-three. He received from this institution his A B degree FOOT years later he was granted the degree of M D In Meharry Medical College Immediately after his graduation, he was elected to the Faculty of Medicine of Meharry For twelve years he was associated with the institution, either as Professor of Materia Medica or Pathology Meanwhile he succeeded in building up a very lucrative practice He gave up his work at Meharry as well as his practice to become engaged in an even greater work, namely, that of reestablishing Roger Williams University Brother Townsend has held the pastorage of some of the largest churches in the South. In all cases his efforts were crowned with success

At present Brother Townsend is the Corresponding Secretary of the Sunday School Publishing Board of the National Convention He was elected to this position in 1920 The wisdom of the choice was rewarded bv the recent dedication of a newly constructed Publishing House, modern in every respect and valued, with its equipment at $900,800

Brother Townsend has not been surpased as a business man lie is a hanker of much success His fraternal affiliations are many He is a Mason, an

Odd-Fellow, a Pythian, a member of the National Medical Association, a member of the Rock City Academy of Medicine and Surgery and a member of the "Agrea" composed of Nashville's leading citizens Chi Chapter is greatly indebted to Brother Townsend. He is the Chairman of our Board of Trustees. It is he who is our leader in adjusting our recent dispute with the Ku KIux Klan

In every respect Brother Townsend is an Alpha Phi Alpha man Chi is proud of him and wishes that every chapter had a Townsend, that Alpha Phi Alpha could claim more of them.

PSI CHAPTER, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa

BROWSERS IN ALPHA PHI ALPHA, Greetings:

With the beginning of the new school year we find many of our good brothers hard at work and rejoicing in the fact that their school days are few or many—such as the case may be There is one thing to bear in mind, and it refers to all brothers, unumber your school days are your best days It is during this period of years that we accomplish so much, laying the foundation for our life's work, so it is up to each and every brother to take advantage of every opportunity that presents itself Alpha PHi Alpha can't help but admire one or many of her stalwarts who show promise and as the years go by, finally succeed in their achievements, a power in their respective communities, an asset to their profession or vocation, and a real member of our racial group Let us as men and brothers in Alpha Phi Alpha, strive toput our best foot forward at all times, under any condition, and in anv place We stand for the greatest that there is—ALPHA PHI ALPHA

The Thanksgiving period is fast approaching and with it the greater majority are looking forward to the greatest of classics—the Lincoln-Howard football game This game is to be held at Shibe Park on Thursday afternoon of that week Plans are being made for one gala week-end, and all brothers that attend the various affairs will depart with many words of praise, accompanied by a grin of satisfaction—I am taking a great responsibility on my shoulders to prophesy like that, but nevertheless such will be the case Here goes for a resume of the anticipated social functions:

Thursday Morning — Breakfast Dance — St Peter Clavers

Afternoon — Howard-Lincoln Football game—Shibe Park.

Evening—Official Dance—Academy of Music

Friday Afternoon — Teas — (Deltas, Debs., and others)

Evening — Geace Dance—Geace Club of Philadelphia — Formal — Admission invitational

Saturday Afternoon — Geace at Home — Freeby— Informal

Evening — Dinner Dance — St Peter Clavers

Sunday Afternoon—Teas

1'si is intend'ng to repeat the Relay Dance in the spring which was a phenomenal success and may give another affair during the first of the year

Our "Go-to-High-School Go-to-College" campaign last spring was quite successful and not too much praise can lie given our committee, composed of Brothers T Duckery, J Duckery, and J Thomas This event is to be given on a larger scale, hence it is to be bigger and better.

On Thanksgiving Day many of our brothers here at Psi will be sitting in the stands at Franklin Field

cheering for their Alma Mater—dear old Pennsylvania, which uptothepresent time hasbeen defeated by Illinois andthefamous "Red" Grange only. | Yale, Brown, and Chicago have succumbed to Penn's terr.lic attack; Penn's defense is impregnable, bemg one of the best in the country.

• Brother Tanner Moore, once a bachelor, nowa BeAeHict, but only so in thelast month comes tous from Alpha Eta Chapter located at Harvard He is anardent worker and we wish Brother Moore much 5UCCC8S inhismatrimonial venture 'Ihere is another hioilier that theChapter Editor eould mention in this lespect, maybe acase where anindividual can't throw bouquets at himself—Carry On , Brother Greene isback with usagain after having had hisschool year upset bya prolonged illness. He is looking the picture of health now,and is outto scalp allwhointervene toward retarding hisprogress .HI the final march. . Brother Wells isback looking fora location within reason of a prospective future Thebest of luck to you, Brother Wells.

Brother Raymond Pace' Alexander is by farthe outstanding Negro lawyer in Philadelphia Hehas won case alter case, which places himhigh inthe hearts of his fellowmeri and brothers Here isthe true Alpha Phi Alpha type, one who wins against any obstacle: lives upto thetrue Roman axiom and as said bythegreat Roman General, Julius Caesar— Yclii Vldl,Vid

Brothers, in bringing my letter to a close, allow me to say that Psi Chapter wishes all her sister t hapters the greatest of success and prosperity for the ensuing school year Fraternalfy and respectfully yours , DOUGLAS T MURRAY, Chapter Editor.

ALPHA-BETA CHAPTER, Talladega College,Ala.,

BUOTMKRS IN ALPHA PIN ALPHA Greetings'.

Turning our attention to the Brotherribod inthe Southland weseeAlpha PhiAlpha sending its roots to unrecov'e/abTe depths The noble products of Alpha Phi Alpha are '-sons" to the South

At the close of the last school term Alpha Beta felt asif she was losing herfinestproductions through graduation These nun had indeed won distinction on the college campus as was shown in our last letter to Tin:Srinxx These menhave gone, but their remain to give us the necessary impetus to plunge forward Each of our graduate brothers is striving to reach theheights Some are face to face v th tiie broad arena of life to broadcast the spirit I • uplift Others are still striving to broaden their so pe of knowledge by active study in higher institutions of learning.

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Brother Horatio Thomas is a Frosh Medic atthe Meharry Medical College Perhaps he : s no.wable to tell us of the automatic and sympati .-tic actions of themouth andelbow in theeating process

Brother Richard Sims, ex-president of Alpha Beta has chosen as a temporary means for means the teaching profession He is principal of his school

Brother Plumber Jacobs is back with us taking some post-graduate work in our Theological Seminary He expects to receive a degree from that department at the close of the year _ _ At present Brother Morris Lewis is in New Orleans He is making preparations for hisentry into Howard .Medical College

[I,other John A Wilhitc is working in preparation tn study medicine in some medical college later Alpha Beta no longer laments the loss of such men It is ourdesire to have them where they are

most needed. Recently Alpha Beta pulled back the veil of her mystic shrine and replaced her loss by some of the most outstanding menof the campus Men whoare notmerely scholars, but also men of manhood Alpha Beta is proud to announce the following new brothers: Clarence Sharpe, Professor loseph Whiting, Emmanuel P Jones, Dr Charles Robert Humbert, Cohen T Simpson and Wallace Lewis

Brother Sharpe made the highest average inthe Freshman Class last year. He is varsity center on our football squad He is also very active inall scholastic and religious activities about the campus He is chairman of the Program Committee of the Y. M C A This.'.committee is thecontrolling body of the organization He is also treasurer of the Christian Endeavor

Brother Whiting is director andadvisor of vocational education at Tuskegee Institute

Brother Emmanuel P Jones is oneof the leading students of theJunior Class Brother Jones is also vice-president of the Delta Chi Forensic Society

Brother Humbert is Roentologist and Pathologist at the United States Veterans' Bureau Hospital at Iuskegee Alabama

Brother Simpson completed his Freshman year with an average that waspushing that of Brother Sharpie. Brother Simpson is also active in extracurricula activities. He is secretary of the Athletic Association, secretary of the Y. M. C. A., and a member of the Freshman-Sophomore Debating team.

We arealso proud tohave with usseveral brothers from other chapters affiliated with us here Brother Tourgee Debose of Eta Lambda, has returned to Talladega to resume hisoldposition at thehead of the Music Department Already noticeable advances have been made in that department

Brother Richard Carey, of Alpha Rho andBrother William Dixon of Alpha Kappa are taking courses 01' study here at Talladega Brother Carey hasmade Mir Varsity football squad asa quarterback Brother Dixon hastaken twoyears in a course of physical education at .Springfield College Springfield, Massachusetts He is assistant director of physical education at Talladega College -•

Brother Hubert Lockhart, anall-round athlete,has returned to Talledega from which place he will receive anA B inJune Hispitching ability hasmade his name famous among thecolleges of this section

Brother Lawrence Wallace Lewis is a Senior in the Theological Seminary and also a Senior inthe college department: We are proud that Brother Lewis will receive his B.-'D and his A B in five year's study

Brother Napoleon Rivers is back at his post as Professor of Modern Languages This time, however, he is not by himself He has chosen one Miss Gertrude I7 Burroughs, a graduate of Atlanta University of Class '2">anda member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority We wish Brother and Mrs Rivers a happy future

Every brother here is working with thedetermination of making this hisbanner year They areentering every form of activity upon thecampus They have entered into the functions of the chapter with such zeal that canonly put-over a successful year's program Alpha Beta will be represented at the e-m.ing general convention byour President, Brother Edwin L Phillips

Alpha 'Beta wishes much success to every brother and tothesister chapters. May allefforts hecrowned with success

Yours fraternally

NOAH C WILLS Corrffpondbtg Secretary.

ALPHA GAMMA CHAPTER,

Providence, R I

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

We hope that the brothers in the various chapters are well on their way to another successful school year, and that every brother will be in Detroit Christmas

On Saturday, October 31, 1925, we had our first smoker of the year Brother Doug Stutts, Dartmouth, '27, was our distinguished guest on that occasion During the evening we had an interesting discussion on the possibility of getting good men from those colleges in New Kngland (Williams and Amherst), where there are no Alphji Phi AJpha men at present

When John Harvard grapples with the-^Brown Bear on Saturday, November 14, 1925, our good brothers from Alpha Eta will undoubtedly be down to see the game They may not be very happy after the game, but we will make it as easy for them as possible We are looking forward to ''big doings."

The brothers of Alpha Gamma wish the speedy recovery of Brother James Gilbert who has been confined to his house on account of illness

L C WRIGHT, Historian.

ALPHA THETA CHAPTER,

Iowa City, Iowa

BROTHERS All Greetings:

Alpha Theta Chapter is now enjoying the most prosperous year of its existence It is rapidly climbing to the place where it can be recognized as oneof the best of Alpha Phi Alpha faith It has been with great pleasure that we have watched it grow from such a lowly position to its present high rating

The present status of Alpha Theta is the result of several things Perhaps the first and most important is the increase in membership, composed of young men of exceptionally high aims, for the most part This year the chapter boasts of eleven brothers, three of whom are members of other chapters, namely: Scott Harper of Evanston, Illinois, and while a student at Illinois University became affiliated with Tau; James W Wilson of Alpha Beta of Talladega College, and Ernest Green, also of Alpha Beta These three brothers are alert and energetic, seeking ever to take advantage of an opportunity which will make a better Alpha Phi Alpha They are versatile in that they are developed both socially and scholastically—not a too common occurrence

Another cause of Alpha Theta's well-being is a financial one Maintaining a chapter house for the second year, our financial burden has been lightened because of our increased membership By the end of this school year it is hoped that every outstanding debt will be paid off and with the coming term of 1926-27, a greater opportunity for advancement will be at hand

The almost complete accord here enables us to accomplish much and it is only for us to set our goal high and agreeably work toward it

Alpha Theta has been the host at several parties this year and every one has been a pronounced success. Decorative designs for each have been very unique. especially that of Hallowe'en, when Brother J. W. Clark, our Junior Engineering student, artistically mingled Alpha colors and tall corn so as to secure a most pleasing effect. On this same occasion Brother Scott Harper had prepared real pumpkins, which are truly symbols of Hallowe'en time

Several of the members spent the week-end of November 13, 14, 15 out of town Brothers Orthel Roberts, Kermit Wheeler, J W Wilson were guests of Mu Chapter at Minneapolis, where they journeyed to

see the clash between Iowa and Minnesota; Ralph Moody attended the students' council in Des Moines, while Ernest Green preferred to see the DartmouthChicago tangle at Chicago, but we consider that there is another magnet in the Windy City which exerts a mighty pull on our good Brother Green

Alpha Theta has some very fine pledges in Marian Gray of Kansas City, Crispus McCoy of Kansas City, William A Johns of Austin, Texas; Lawrence Whitman of St Louis, and James Laylor of Boley, Oklahoma Each of these men appears eager to "come up."

Alpha Phi Alpha and especially Alpha Theta wishes to congratulate Brother Dr and Mrs Khoderic Harris on the birth of a fine baby girl, born this month Brother Harris is a practicing dentist, having finished here at Iowa two years ago, and is building a fine patronage at Keokuk, Iowa The fraternity also extends its sincere congratulation to Brother Joel P Holman, who was married this month to Miss Gertrude Alnutt at Cedar Rapids, where he is attenling Coe College

Alpha Theta was host during Homecoming at Iowa to a group of fine young men from Bradley College of Peoria They are earnestly seeking to have a chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha set up at Bradley, and since we were impressed favorably by them, we believe that a chapter composed of them and others of their caliber will mean a fine addition to our national organization

The writer confesses to being optimistic, but Alpha Theta is doing things and such a bright future is so apparent that one cannot help being enthusiastic Fraternally yours, RALPH WILSON, liditor.

ALPHA OMICRON CHAPTER,

Johnson C Smith University, Charlotte, N C

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

The present school year has thus far been one of continued progress for Alpha Omicron We have planned an extensive program for the year, which we are hoping to carry out with the cooperation of all the brothers

The brothers whohave been lost to us through graduation are now reflecting great credit upon the chapter in their various spheres of activity Brother E M Allen, '24, and Brother J T Turner, '25 are rendering excellent service as teachers at Albion Academy, Franklinton N C Brother M J Green, who was salutatorian of last year's class, is teaching at the Booker T Washington High School Norfolk, Virginia The other members who graduated last year have either become engaged in other fields of activity or entered professional schools

We are also glad to have as members of our chapter Brothers J M Tutt and A C Griggs Both of these brothers are graduates of Lincoln University They have for some time been doing splendid work as members of the faculty of Haines Institute, Augusta Georgia

Several of our brothers are active Y. M. C. A. workers. Brother D. P. Allen, of the Senior Class. and Brother J. C. Bryant, who is one of the most influential members of our faculty, were sent by the Y. M. C. A. of the university as delegates to the state World Court Conference, which convened at Duke University (formerly Trinity College) Durham, N C, on October 29-31

Brother J Riley Dungee represented the Colored Young Men's Christian Associations of the State of North Carolina at the recent National Council Meeting in Washington, D C Brother E A Armstrong was delegate to the National Council of Colored Work, which also met recently in Washington

Our Treasurer, Brother F B Syphax, who was happily wedded to the charming Miss Nannie Leary

of Charlotte two years ago, is to becongratulated upon the recent arrival of Mr F B Syphax Junior If the new arrival inherits the fine qualities possessed by his father, Alpha Phi Alpha will some day have splendid material with which to work

Our delegate to the convention this year will be Brother A. R. Lord, of the Junior Class. Brother Lord is in every sense a representative Alpha man, and the chapter is glad to have him as a member.

Brother J W Graham, who is secretary of our chapter, was recently elected president of the College Debating Society It is expected that the society will make rapid progress under Brother Graham's able leadership

Brother W J Knox, who comes to us from Alpha Eta Chapter, has now affiliated with Alpha Omicron Brother Knox is one of our outstanding young college instructors, and has shown himself to be a worthy son of Alpha The chapter is proud to welcome him

Mrs Nell Hunter, the talented mezzo soprano, who recently appeared here in recital, was assisted by G L Allen, of this chapter, as accompanist

The Sphinx Club has been reorganized with a promising group of young men Mr George Dockery, of the Sophomore class, is president He is prominent as a football star, and in many other phases of worthy endeavor

Alpha Omicron is always glad to receive word from her absent brothers We are still interested in their welfare and anxious to keep in touch with them

With best wishes to all the chapters, I am, Fraternally yours, GEORGE L ALLEN, Chapter Editor.

BROTHER EUGENE A ARMSTRONG

Brother E A Armstrong comes to us from Fayetteville North Carolina He finished the academic department of the Fayetteville State Normal School with the honor of Valedictorian In the fall of [028 lie entered the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences of Johnson C Smith University He is one of the most enthusiastic and active students on the campus, and is always found taking a leading part in nearly .ill phases of university and community life

For the past year Brother Armstrong has been connected with the editorial stniT of The University Student, our college paper, as circulating manager He is also one of the founders of this paper, which has a circulation that is rapidly increasing Brother Armstrong is also affiliated with several constructive organizations, including the College Literary, Debating, and Philosophical Societies Of the last named, he is at present historian

During the past year Brother Armstrong was elected president of the Y M C A of Johnson C Smith University Under his administration it has thus far witnessed a crowning year in spirit, membership, and enrollment, unsurpassed by any year of its past history Brother Armstrong has also represented the Y.'M C A as a delegate to several State Conferences, both white and colored, to the Kings Mountain Regional Conference, and to the recent National Council which met in Washington D C October 21-2.'! He has gained much distinction as a prospective orator and lias often displayed his unusal talent for public speaking.

He is now serviim in the honored position of president of Alpha Oniicron Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity In this position he has exhibited great ability as a leader, having conducted a highly successful and fruitful Go-to-1ligh School, Go-to-College campaign

Brother Armstrong plans to continue his education in a school of medicine

We feel that we possess in him fine material, and a young man of whom Alpha Phi Alpha should he proud

To Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity

By MRS REGINA THELMA CAMPBELL

Noble and honest men, patient, secure, Helping the burdens of all to endure, True to a purpose, courageous, pure, "Alpha Phi Alpha," strong and sure

Laboring, helping, all they can, Their goodness seen through all life's span, Alpha Phi Alpha warns each youth again, "keep in the race and be a man."

Not dreamers they, but they plead for knowledge, Their slogan, "Through high school, and then thro'ug college,"

No word like failure to them ever known, But a chance for the millions till Time has flown

[Mrs Campbell (formerly Miss RegnfV T.lGraves of Charlotte, N C), is the recent bride of Brother Charles B Campbell, of Alpha-Omicron Chapter She is a captivating and accomplished young lady, talented as a writer, musician, and conversationalist' She is also a splendid housekeeper, as Brother Campbell can testify We are proud to welcome her into the fold of Alpha sisters.—G L ALLEN, Corresponding Secretary Alpha Omricon,.]

ALPHA PI CHAPTER,

Atlanta University

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

The chapter has made quite an auspicious start in making this year one of the banner years of Alpha Phi A short sketch of some of the brothers will give an idea as to their accomplishments

Alpha Phi has four men in the Senior College Class

These are Brothers A B Chennault, J B Brown! P E Montgomery and A Williams Brother Chennault is a splendid example of a man that takes part in extra-curricula activities, and is also a good student He is president of the Senior Class, president of the Student Council, president of the Tennis Club, manager of the football team, and president of our great chapter It was not the intention of Brother Chennault to be football manager this year He had previously held the position two years However, his services had been so satisfactory that he was prevailed upon by the faculty and the coaches to serve as manager again this year. On account of his connection with the Chennault Realty Company in this city, he has developed wonderful business sagacity. His versatility reminds one of Brother Walker, who graduated last term His only weakness is his attachment for a certain "sweet honey," as he characterizes her Certainly a brilliant future awaits him and he will be sorely missed after graduation

Brother Brown, who is mentioned in Cupid's Corner, hails from New Jersey, although there is a lurking suspicion in the writer's wind that Georgia claims him as a native son He is manager of the basketball team this term and member of the Science Club There is a new magazine to be published soon in this city, called the Hard Hitler. Brother Brown is business manager for the magazine In addition, he is cheer leader on the campus and quite popular, "femininely" speaking

Brother Montgomery, on account of his superior physique, is one of the best athletes on the campus He has been the pitching mainstay of the baseball team and a bulwark in the football line for several years He isalso a good student and represents Alpha Phi Alpha well His is the quiet, concentrated strength of which real manhood is made

The other Senior Brother Williams, is regarded as one of the most valuable men in the chapter He is the very exemplification of a gentleman in every sense of the word, without losing the "common touch." As president oi the Y M C A he lias an excellent chance to exert quite a wide sphere of influence Alpha Phi Alpha is fortunate to have such a splendid member

As for the undergraduates, they have also merited the honor bestowed upon them Brother Roland Yates is one of the outstanding men upon the campus He is from Florida and likes Florida girls A student above the average, one of the best halfbacks in southern football, a good mixer, and, above all a good brother—thai is Brother Yates

Our vice-president. Brother "Grit" Delorme, lives up to his name on the gridiron. An extraordinary good punter, and a hard line plunger, he is one of the most dependable men on the team His classroom work is also good On account of his being a confirmed "honey dripper" and other reasons, he may be taken as a model for those who wish to be well dressed Brother Delorme mixes exceptionally well, especially with the ladies He is a strong part of the group comprising the backbone of Alpha Pi

Our treasurer Brother "Puss" (.'"Hum, is an honest man as he takes care of our vast sums of money One often hears of a man who plays any position on the baseball team, but Brother Collum is unique in being able to star at several positions on the gridiron He was a member of the 1922 championship eleven of A U., and was formerly captain His home is in Cleveland Ohio, and he has been "through" Adelberi College, Western Reserve University—to view the scenery Like his roommate Brother Delorme, Brother Collum is a staunch Alpha man

Brother "Jeff" Lamar, of New York City and t-Milledgeville, Ga., is captain of the football team and a basket-ball star He is a tower of strength on the football line 'The name of "Big Jeff" is a by-word in southern football

Brother "'Pall Papa" King is the only man on the campus with a toe having a Ph D., which means he is an excellent place kicker 011 the varsity football squad He also represents the latest authentic college styles A varsity pitcher last term and a good basketball man, he bids fair to be a three-letter man this term

Ilrotber Weathers, dubbed "Mother" by some bright or dumb person, is a fine student and society light He also plays football for his general health • Brother Tolliver is an exceptional student and is taking higher mathematics By bis bearing and endeavors be may be called one of the chapter's backbones

Lastly, the writer All that can be said for him is that he is trying to finish college in three years and is assistant football manager

Brother Perry was in the city to see the Morehouse game, lie looked the part of a prosperous business man

Brother Andrews, of last year's graduating class, writes frequently of bow he is getting along at Chicago University He is studying hard to get his Doctor of Laws

Brother Mills Wilkins, who was not mentioned, has gone to Chicago University partly for his health He has our best wishes

It is with pardonable pride that it can he said that the pledgees this year are all that could be desired Some of the hue fellows who have pledged may some day further the cause of Alpha Phi Alpha Alpha l'i plans to send two delegates to the Annual Convention at Detroit, as it wishes to be well represented

With best wishes for a successful convention, I am, Fraternally yours.

J E OAKES,

ALPHA-RHO CHAPTER,

Moorehouse College, Atlanta, Ga

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PHI ALPHA,, Greetings:

Autumn days are here Not a school, where brothers drink from the fountains of knowledge, remains dormant Not a city where Alpha is represented that does not feel the tinge of refreshing fall breezes It is a spirit of invigoration that's here— and Alpha Rho has got some of it

The opemng ol school greeted us with all the encouragement and fascination that schools can employ. But many brothers of the preceding term were missing. Brothers Peeler. Boyd, Dunn, and Lawlah are teaching They are all in good schools in Southern cities Brothers Bowdeu and Lays are in graduate schools taking their professions in the Ministry and Medicine, respectively Brothers Harris Jones and Sellers are in the insurance business Alpha Rho wishes much success for these brothers who have started really "battling." Brother Thomas J Yarbiough who died during the summer after having received his bachelor's degree, had indelibly fixed in his mind the plan to go further in his literary Studies He is mentioned in this issue elsewhere

The officers of the chapter came back looking like prosperity itself Brother Sykcs our president, spent the greater part of the summer in Chicago His ability as an executive has shown, and is still exhibiting to a fine degree Brother McGhee, hailing from Ocean City, is back again, a "serio-comic" character Argument and dialectics in general we still see in him taking precedence Ilrotber McGhee is a prominent Y M C A man on our campus and his ability to lead men in various collegiate activities has for him an enviable reputation Brother Lucius J Carwin is lack in trim He is known as a society satellite and retains his standing as a good student He is president of what is now the most popular social club in Atlanta Brother Carwin has proven a conscientious secretary, always taking (he initiative in things that must be done Brother I Hand, our treasurer, is vicepresident of his class, the vice-president of the Athletic Association, a prominent man in college life, and chairman id' the chapter's social committee Brother Bland played quite an important part recently in arousing student opinion to the consideration of a college gymnasium The entire student body practically supported him Brother Roger Lights, Alpha Rho's venerable chaplain, continually pours out "words of wisdom" and instructs us in the correct discipline of ourselves. The chapter is very grateful for his advice Brother Lights is playing ffood football in his last year The spirit which he exhibits in bis anxiety to light for his school will no doubt follow Brother Lights to the firing line of life's great battle

How can a chapter recede with such men to lead it? The chapter is grateful for these officers \\\ have come to realize here that the good of success must he "•sighted" in college We are realizing the seriousness' of education, the golden privilege which we now enjoy Our need is "scholarship, manly deeds, and love for all mankind." These come with a certain blending of varieties of ideas and abilities Brothers Jackson." Roberts and Reynolds are "hitting the hall" in their courses Out of live subjects he had heard from after one mouth Brother Jackson received four grade "A" ratings Brother Jackson's violin work is also worth noting A few weeks ago he appeared mi the program with Mme Lillian Evanti, Llis rendition showed much skill in handling the violin in what we might call "the characteristic German style."

Chapter liiliti'r.

Brother Roberts holds his own in the languages and Br ither Reynolds in mathematics The chapter's scholarship can much be appreciated in that it gives to the chapter a hearing which otherwise would leave it too far in the ordinary gamut of things

ALPHA RHO CHAPTER

No better spirit of fight for Alma Mater nor for depend on going behind "Midget." Brother Dezon Alpha could be shown than that manifested by our is playing varsity end. He has the fight that endures varsity football players. These are Brothers Dyon, throughout the battle. Like lightning the opponents Giiggs, Dooley, Lights and Rogers Brother Rogers come marching down his end, but like the clap of recently turned in his uniform for good reasons, we thunder which this lightning usually precedes, presume, after he had played in three games of the Brother Dezon thunders them to the ground and they season, two of which were won by his generalship don't come again for quite a while For such footBrother Lights has played well in the position of ball players as these any fraternity would be proud quarterback whenever in the game He has been Consequently, or) Saturday evening November T, spoken of already Brother Dooley plays the posi- after defeating Atlanta University in an interesting tion of guard: and plays don't usually come over him game Alpha Rho Chapter entertained the Alpha Phi He is playing varsity football and shows this in his Alpha football players of each team with all of their every chance Brother Griggs just can't be beaten in teammates Alpha was truly represented Many outtackle He is all that a good tackle can be Does he of-town brothers and friends were present and all exstop them? He goes further than that He breaks pressed delightful evenings Brother Bland and his through and gets them in the act of attempting mo- committee Brothers Young and Carwin really had tion For a first down and for a touchdi IUTI they can the place looking swell The Black and Gold dec-

THE SPHINX, DECEMBER, 1925

orated the ceiling in a basket design The walls were decorated with college pennants, with Alpha Rho's in the fore The fraternity pin embossed and in beautiful colors set off the hall beautifully The music was superb and the guests "tripped the tight fantastic" most aesthetically Melodious singing put a thrill in the evening that will not sopn be forgotten There was a short intermission at which time about sixty Alpha men gathered in a crescent formed around the emblem and sang the clearest and sweetest song of Alpha men The affair was quite enjoyable and quite a success

The preceding paragraphs have given you an idea of

the activities of the chapter We are hoping that Alpha Rho will continue her progress and feel sure that she will We anticipate great things at the convention in Detroit At present we anticipate having a delegate to represent our chapter This is my last letter to the SPHINX in my capacity as correspondent for "twenty-four—twenty-live." May the blessings of Providence fall on Alpha men everywhere, helping them to realize their serious obligations to themselves and their fellow men

Yours fraternally,

WILLIAM H KING, JR., Corresponding Secretary.

ALPHA SIGMA CHAPTER,

Wiley College, Marshall, Tex.

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

Another scholastic year is before us and has brought with it theunredeemable loss of Brother A T Kelly, whowasrecently graduated, and Brother Jesse M Burnett whohas gone from us to spend the remainder of hishappy college days in Lincoln University.

On the opening of school in September, we were blessed by having added toourfaculty Brothers J W Huguley, Professor of Physics, F G Clark, Head of theDepartment of Education and C N Pitts, Professor of Biology from Alpha Eta,Etaand Alpha Nu Chapters respectively These brothers have entered heartily into the activities of Alpha Sigma From thespirit which they have shown, it is evident that their presence here will mean much toour progress

Our president, Brother John G Shackelford, has recently returned from Harrisburg, Pa.,where he has been playing professional baseball in the Eastern League Brother Shackelford made a remarkable showing outEast His brief stay intheEast brought him in contact with many brothers, andcaused him to be therecipient of unsurpassed Alpha Phi Alpha hospitality, especially inthe cities of Harisburg, Philadelphia andNewYork City Brother Shackelford's report to the chapter on the spirit of Alpha Phi Alpha intheEast wascertainly stimulating Brother W C Burnett is also back foranother school year, after having spent avery profitable andpleasant summer inKansas City, Kansas During his stay there,he was fortunate in meeting quite a fewAlphamen

It isa pleasure that wenote thestellar performance of brothers Wade, Hodge andMotley atguardsand quarterback respectively on the "Wild Cat" football team Weareproud of pledgees Miller, Cavil, Scott and Lorden who comprise the varsity backfield Pledgees Tarver and Dyer are holding down their positions inavery creditable way. The backfield composed of these four pledgees is oneof the greatest that hasgraced Wiley's gridiron, as every manisa star athis respective position and issaid tobeatriplethreat man Wiley's athletic integrity rests to a great extent upon the shoulders of these brilliant voting stars

Brother Dean V E Daniel hasbeen very busily engaged inmatters of theschool recently, during the absence of President M W Dogan Brother Daniel has handled the situation in a very creditable and efficient manner Even though pressed by the urgencies of the school, he hasnot failed to beof constant help totheAlpha Sigma Chapter Alpha Sigma feels very keenly thetemporary loss of Brothers T Leon Inghram, M K Dorn andC B Robertson who will notreturn until the winter quarter With thereturn of these brothers, andtheadditional forces of Brother Professors Clark, Pitts and Huguley and with the impetus imbibed from their presence, Alpha Sigma Chapter is hoping to eclipse its already enviable record upon Wiley's campus

Just as this letter is being completed, Brother Secretary Frank T Wilson of theinternational staff of the Y M C A added hisusual good cheer and words of wisdom to those that hadbeen received from the visiting brothers of theLone Star State Fraternally,

H M HODGES, Asst. Chapter Editor.

DELTA LAMBDA CHAPTER, Baltimore, Md.

BROTHERS

Alpha Fraternity is nowat hand! Andin dearold Detroit,too!

It is true that large numbers of the brothers attended theHoward-Lincoln game, theAnnual Classic, and that several of them have "assumed" wives, as already shown in Cupid's Corner, andthat many of the brothers of Delta Lambda took prominent parts in National Education Week, ascelebrated in Baltimore, in November, andthat even Oscar Brown caught the "marrying fever" while with Delta Lambda,—I say all of this is true—but the controlling thought nowis the "Eighteenth Convention at Detroit!"

It is conceded that the life of all going organizations ishighly evident at their annual conventions. "All Life" istherefore expected at Detroit

Delta Lambda has elected and is sending the "veteran," Brother Dr James H Hilburn as senior delegate and Brother Dr \V Berkley Butler as junior delegate Brother Dr George Hall issenior alternate and will also be there Brother is junior alternate Brother S S Booker will also be onhand toplay a prominent part in theguidance of thegood ship "Alpha Phi Alpha."

The two delegates seem to embody all possible combinations They areboth graduates of Michigan; Hilburn Michigan, '12, Pharmacy, andButler, Michigan, '23,Medicine They are Delta Lambda's own delegates, formerly of Epsilon, sent to Detroit to help Gamma Lambda "putacross" another successful convention for the honor andglory of dear Alpha Phi Alpha '

The writer recalls with reminiscent pride how the invincible spirit crept over the convention asembled and held sway throughout He fairly believes that every brother should at some time attend the convention asa delegate, alternate or visiting brother, to more completely catch thespirit andmeaning of this great fraternity of which he is privileged to be a member

Delta Lambda, through its representatives, andto the man,pledges its undying support to Alpha Phi Alpha, intruth andin fact, inallthat's best for her Sincerely and fraternally,

GOBERT E MACBETH Corresponding Secretary.

THETA-LAMBDA CHAPTER, Dayton, Ohio

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA:

Theta Lambda Chapter sends greeetings Having started theautumn activities later than usual we are endeavoring to close another successful year inthe annals of the chapter. With Brother E. E. Campbell as head of theeducational program wasa grand /ticccss. theentire district was covered andpractically every meeting was well attended A joint meeting was held with Xi Chapter in chapel service at Wilberforce University and Brother Scarborough, former president of that institution, waspresent with usto close thecampaign in theDayton district

During thevacation period it wasourpleasure to have with us Brothers Downing of Beta; Kirkland of Alpha Rho; Prayer of Chi; R Taylor of Kappa; E. Taylor of Kappa; Price of Kappa, and Brother Wayne Hopkins who isexecutive secretary at Linden community center in the city The chapter entertained for these brothers with a smoker at the home of Brother W O Stokes

We shall continue our efforts to maintain a high standing in our fraternity circle and while allthe brothers are notas active as they might be at this time, it is hoped that we will awaken from the lethargy into which wehave fallen andkeep alivethe spirit of progress andenthusiasm which is characteristic of Theta Lambda There istalk of thecoming

: nvention on in theair and with such good roads andering throughout Ohio andMichigan it isnot dikely that a number of Cadillacs, Buicks, Dodges, rently won Maxwells, yes,even the humble Ford • ill leave out from this city for the home of their ativity, for St Antoine, for Alpha PhiAlpha We :..-« anxious to seea lotof theoldfaces in Detroit, we want to seethenew. Brother Joe Houchins of Alpha Chapter byallmeans should bepresent I hope : will, but the mother chapter is always on hand (1 notwithstanding those peculiar difficulties which •- nfront her annually at convention time I am cerain that some good brother from Cayuga's shores will iswer present to roll call

With kind regards toallsister chapters, I am, Fraternally yours, JAYMES M PIERCE, Secretary and Treasurer.

NU LAMBDA CHAPTER, Petersburg, Virginia

i BOTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Grcetina.

The present year will nodoubt bethebest inthe history of tin;chapter Thechapter hasben reinforced by tlu return of Brother Irving A Derbigny and Brother James Hugo Johnston, who were onleave of absence last year It hasbeen further reinforced by the addition of four new brothers who have become members .if the faculty of theVirginia Normal and ndustrial Institute Another new brother whois now a member of the faculty of Peabody High School, hasaffiliated with Nu Lambda.

Brother Derbigny is a charter member of Alpha Beta Chapter, Talladega College Hewasgraduated from Talladega College in L981with thedegree of bachelor of arts and thedistinction of havingwon the highest scholastic honors in the school. He studied onesummer at the University of Michigan Last year he wasgranted a leave of absence and spent the year studying at Cornell University from which institution he wasgraduated with the degree of master of science Histhesis, entitled, "The Reduction of Xitrous Oxide,"' is a fine piece of productive research Brother Dcrbigm hasresumed his work as head of thedepartment of natural sciences

Brother Johnston was formerly a member of Gamma Chapter and is a graduate of the Virginia Union University He,too,wasgranted a leave of absence of oneyear Hespent theyear at the University of Chicago from which institution he received the degree of master of arts. Histhesis is entitled, "The Social Significance of theMixture of Races." It is a substantial addition to theliterature on that subject He resumes his work as head of the department of history and social science

Among thenew brothers areBrother Otis T Finley of Alpha Kappa, Springfield, Mass.; Brother Maceo Jones, of Epsilon Chapter University of Michigan; Brother Byron J Fauntleroy of Iota Lambda Chapter, Purdue University: Brother James R Otis, of Alpha Nu Chapter, State College of Iowa, andBrother (' G Calloway, of Kappa Lambda Chapter, Greensboro, North Cardliria Brother Galloway isaninstructor inPeabody High School in the city of Petersburg

The second meeting of the year wasof a social nature andfurnished theoccasion for welcoming the new brothers to Nu Lambda Chapter Brief talks were made in an informal way by both theold brothers andthenew- Thereal Alpha Spirit was in evidence

The chapter has setbefore itaprogram fora larger scholarship fund, a bigger educational program, and

a wider dissemination of the ideals andprinciples of Alpha Phi Alpha Three newmembers will be initiated in the near future

Brother John M Gandy, president of the Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute, addressed thenational conference of presidents of Land Grant Colleges held inChicago during themonth of November This isthe first time a Negro hasbeen given the opportunity to speak to theheads of white schools of this type We are sure that Brother Gandy told well thestory of the Negro College.

Officers for theyear were elected Brother F D Patterson wasagain elected president of the chapter His administration of affairs hasbeen highly satisfactory and the chapter has grown under hisguidance Brother Johnston waselected vice-president; Brother Derbigny secretary; Brother W A Rogers, treasurer; Brother !•'. E Miller, chaplain, and Brother C. W. Florence, chapter editor.

Here's hoping that the eighteenth annual convention will be the biggest andthe best Fraternally yours, C W FLORENCE

OMICRON LAMBDA CHAPTER

B rmingham, Ala

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

The spirit of Alpha PhiAlpha hasarisen to transcending heights in the Birmingham district andwe honestly believe that the community has begun to realize that westand forthequintessence of fraternization It hasbeen noeasy task andthere is much still tobedone butOmicrom Lambda isnotstopping —even to be congratulated. Born in adversity lasl spring, but having a charter personnel of seasoned men in fraternity work and with the addition of new andvaried talent from undertakers to doctors, the watch-word has been—"Onward." The retired administration—headed by Brother A I) Stone has given way for the following setof officers: Presid nt Brother G Norman Adamson; Vice-President, Brother C Johnson; Secretary, Brother G W Reeves; Assistant Secretary, Brother C S Giscompe; Treasurer, Brother U G Mason; Chapter Editor, Brother G S Lewis; Chaplain, Brother P W Walls; Sergeant-at-Arms, Brother A J Topps The retiring President delivered his address in excellent form, emphasizing four main problems ahead, viz. (t) Toestablish a scholarship forsome worthy local student (2) that the organization hasten to assume the high position of leadership in the comunity it deserves to hoM (3) the cultivation of pride in chapter activities (4) and to establish a fraternity honte

Brother H C Trenholm, Acting President of Alabama State Normal School, formerly connected with Eta Lambda andlater of Theta joined ourranks a few days agoandseveral influential menthroughout the state have sent applications for admission tothe chapter The fall initiation is planned for the last week of November andas the "Neophytes" taste of tlie hea\n'\ food in thespirit of thefraternity, we will certainly have a wonderfid time

Brothers U G Mason andCordell Johnson have been elected delegates to Detroit and they areexpected to bring back such inspiration as only an Alpha PhiAlpha Convention cangive Brothers G X Adamson andFred Bell were mentioned favorably by white as well as colored papers last week when a family of six were saved from a burning building through their efforts Brother

Clarence Wood has established a drug store in Ensley of which the race may well feel proud

A budget has been gotten up which provides for the following fraternity activities: taxes, an ".Alpha Phi Alpha Oratorical Contest," "Go-to-College Movement," banquet, smokers and incidentals Prizes will be awarded at the oratorical contest and the money accruing therefrom to be given on a scholarship Fraternally yours,

G NORMAN ADAMSOX President.

G S LEWIS, Chapter Editor.

RHO LAMBDA CHAPTER,

Buffalo-Rochester

BROTHERS IN ALPHA PH I ALPHA, Greetings:

Rho Lambda wishes to acknowledge receipt of the announcement of Brother Oscar Brown's wedding, and offers many felicitations

Rho Lambda will be well represented at the Convention in Detroit, if our plans do not miscarry Brother Allen of Buffalo and Brother Rose of Rochester, are the Official Delegates; Brother Levy of Rochester and Brother Waters of Buffalo, are Alternates Brother Ltirisford of Rochester declined to serve as delegate, but he says, be it known by all, that he will be there when the work begins

Brother Steward, formerly violin instructor, Wilberforce University, is now located permanently in Buffalo The brother professor has opened a studio in our midst

The Official Directory Caption Chapter, October number, Sriuxx, gives Brother John L Waters as secretary of Rho Lambda This is an error The chapter secretary at that time was Brother G M Browne, who has since entered Howard Medical School The present secretary of Rho Lambda is Brother Father O H Brown

Brother Father Brown is our recent initiate, anJ is rector of the local Episconal Church Fraternally,

JOHN 1. WATERS, Chapter Editor.

• BROTHER EUCLID P GHEE

Alpha Eta

Brother Euclid P. Ghee in the June Examination of the National Board of Medical Examiners of tin' Uniwd States received second highest grade with a score of three hundred and ninty-two and three-tenths out of a possible four hundred twenty-live Brother Ghee is a member of the Class of 1927, Harvard University Medical College His victory is a significant one because of the national scope of the examination

W. S. Minor PROMINENT

Booker T McGraw

William Postels

CUPID'S CORNER

"What therefore God hath joined together, letnot man put asunder." Matt 19:6

Peters-Cannon

At last our own general president, Raymond \Y. Cannon lias found his ideal. And we rejoice with him in broadcasting the glad tidings of his engagement to the charming Miss C Virginia Peters of New York City Miss Peters who is a student in New York is a member of an old established family of that city and is popular in the social circles among the younger people of the world's metropolis Eta Chapter is loud in its applause of this triumph of Cupid and proclaims Miss Peters worthy of the besl thai Alpha Phi Alpha has to offer

Beridon-Ferebee.

Miss Nellie M Beridon of Chandler, Oklahoma is the proud wearer of the fraternity pin of Brother C Thurston Fecebee Brother Ferebee formerly ol Xi is a student of Columbia Dental School and hails from "Old Virginia." This union of East and West tends to disprove the old saying: "F.ast is Fast and Wesl is West and Never tlie Twain Shall Meet."

Dubois-Clark

An engagement of widespread interest is that ol Miss Yolaude Dubois, daughter of Dr \V E B Dubois, editor of "The Crisis." to Brother Clark, formerly of Alpha Xi and a foster member of Eta Chapter, Miss Dubois holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Fisk University and a Master of Arts degree from Columbia. She is also a talented writer ol" short stories and a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Brother Clark is a graduate of Beloil College and holds a Master of Arts degree from Columbia University Cupid's arrow points to June, 1926, as the climax of "Dive's Young Dream."

Anderson-Andrews

Love plays a great role in the life of us all and we find Brother William T Andrews, of Alpha Phi Alpha "just human." "Bill," as In- is known by his many friends, is a student of I.aw at Columbia University Likewise he has studied and won the heart of Miss Regina Anderson, who was formerly of Chicago and is now popular in New York library and social circles

Wallace-Caliman

Cupid will not sleep at all around Eta Another engagement of interest to many is thai of Brother man G Caliman to Miss l.ydia Wallace, of Xcw Rochelle We wish for ibis couple a well founded life of love, love, love

Moorer-Crawford

Brother Monroe Crawford Epsilon, was married on April 28, t!>25, to Miss .Alice I.. Moorer, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. I>. M. Moorer. of Orangeburg. S. C. Brother Crawford holds a Bachelor's degree from Michigan where lie has also studied for two years in the Medical School. While teaching in Chaplin University, Orangeburg. S. C. last year. Brother Crawford wooed and won the lovely lady who bears Ins name He is at present completing his study of medii : ward University after which he will be associated with his father-in-law in the practice of his profession

Burroughs-Rivers

Brother Napoleon Rivers, of Alpha Beta. Talladega College, is back at his post of duty as Professor of Modern Languages. This time, however, he is not by himself, for he has chosen Miss Gertrude Burroughs, a graduate of the Class of [925,of Atlanta University, and a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, to "Carry on" life's happy journey of love and dreams We wish Brother and Mrs Rivers a happy future

AlnuC-Holman

Alpha Theta not willing to be out done "Keeps the pace" with the announcement of the marriage of Brother Joel P Holman to Miss Gertrude Alnult The ceremony was performed at Cedar Rapids, where Brother Holman is a successful student at Cot College We wish you luck as you "start life anew."

Brown-Bray Atlanta

About six years ago a fellow came to A U from New Jersey and the fellows named him "Knockout" for which reason it is hard to ascertain Anyway, the title stuck and he has been a knockout until a "honey" from Birmingham knocked him cold and thereby took his title Miss Ella Bray, who captured his heart in Atlanta has taken it along with his inn to risk Knockout said his "kid sister" had his pin It was earned, however, that little sister was none other than little sweetheart Brother Brown is very devoted to his fiancee and the devotion is reciprocated The couple has the best wishes of Alpha Phi Alpha

Carwin-McCoy.

Miss Cecelia McCoy surprised her friends some time ago by exhibiting the pin ol Brother Joe Carwin of Morehouse Miss McCoy is a junior at A L" and an A K A pledgee Alth >ugh both are still in c.d.ege everything p. u. liure lLuep.n ss of the pair

Riddick-McCoy

"Linger long, but fall you must." Brother Frank W McCoy, of Chi, always calm and cool, has finally fallen Mack rambled all the way to l.il ()!.• New Yo-k to liud Miss Rosa Belle Riddick "'Cute de suite" he gave her his pin "to have and to hold." Miss Riddick is a graduate of Pratt Institute and is now stud ing at Coumbia University Brother McCoy is a Senior in the Department of Dentistry of Meharry Mack Laid lie couldn't linger any longer and had to [all However, he adds that he his sotnetl to live for

Re:d-Cowan

Winston-Alert

It has been a long time since Omicron Ins had the pleasure of putting a notice in tin bul they are proud to announce the following engagements: Brother L. S. Cowan and M'ss Laura Reid and that of Brother Gerald E. Allen and Mis Inez Winston, :•'! of whom are well known in the East and Middle West

HARPER-HONESTY NUPTIALS

In the presence of some sixty guests, relatives and intimate personal friends, Miss Vida Honesty on Wednesday evening was united in marriage to Dean C H Harper, of Nashville The ring ceremony was used The wedding took place at the home of Prof and Mrs E L Honesty 394 S Cynthia St., the Rev A L Demoud, officiating

The Honesty home was beautifully decorated for the occasion The bride entered with her father, Prof E L Honesty, by whom she was given in marriage She carried a bouquet of bridal roses and valley lilies and was attired in a gown of white brocaded satin with overdraperies of white georgette She was attended by Miss Mary Jackson, of Nashville, bride's maid Miss Jackson wore a gown of coral crepe satin with trimmings of silver lace and carried an arm bouquet of gladiolas Mr Harper's best man was George \Y dure, of Nashville

Preceding the ceremony Miss Noreen Honesty sang "At Dawning" and during the ceremony "The Sweetest Story Ever Told." Miss Ruth Honesty played Mendelssohn's Wedding March

Numerous and costly presents testified to the interest of the scores of friends of the contracting parties

The bride is a graduate of Fisk University and s nee her graduation has been active in social and educational circles of the state, having been an efficient instructor of English at LeMoyne Institute and Tennessee Normal College. The groom is dean of Tennessee Normal College, a graduate of the University of Michigan and Harvard University and a member of the Chi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity. The newlyweds will reside in Nashville at 1021 31st Ave., N.

Groves-Halloway Chi Chapter

Brother Gurehey Douglas Holloway and Miss Josephine Groves did the surprise act for us Early during the summer they decided and told us all "we've united." Now they are known as "Mr and Mrs Holli way." Brother and Mrs Holloway are graduate., of Fisk University, '23

Washing^on-Burrell

Dame Rumor has it that Brother L Lloyd Burrell, Jr., of Beta Chapter is engaged to Miss lsabelle Washington, of Denver, Colorado He says she is ;i long ways off but his heart is there We wonder why he kept this a secret?

Adams-Rice

Beta Chapter wishes to place on record the threefold accomplishments of Brother Frank W Adams, formerly of Zeta, during the summer of 15)3.5 Brother Adams graduated from the Law Department of Howard University, cum laude; he was successful in the District Bar examination, and as a climax of this lie capitulated before the bow of Cupid for the heart of Miss Sadie Rice, popular in Washington society

Brother Rev Brooks, of Lincoln Congregational Church, assisted by Dr Brown, of St Luke's Hpisc na! Church, officiated Brother Alexander P Turead, of Beta, was best man and the bride's sister Mrs Wheedon was matron of honor May all of their troubles be "little Alpha Phi Alpha's." say we all

Brazile-Campbell

Another victim of Cupid! Brother Everett W Campbell of Thcta has lost his heart to Miss Rosebud Brazile of Montgomery, Alabama Miss Brazile,

a "much beloved" little lady, is a student at Atlanta I Diversity, and we hear that Brother Campbell, who is a Junior at Rush Medical College is one of those who will make things lively in Atlanta during the Xmas holidays Merry Xmas!!

Prince-McGregor

We are happy to know that another of our general officers has joined the ranks of the benedicts Our First Vice President, Brother James W McGregor, was married on August the twelfth to the lovely and amiable Miss Ruth Brown Prince of Riverside, California Mrs McGregor is a graduate of the University of Southern California and a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Brother McGregor and his wife have a host of friends who wish them happiness in abundance

Berry-Valentine

Brother Gamewell Valentine was married on August the seventh to Miss Bessie Mae Berry of Atlanta Georgia Miss Berry, a very pleasing and capable girl, is an alumnus of Clark University and until her marriage held a responsible position with the Atlanta Life Insurance Company as head of the sick claims department Brother Valentine, of whose musical ability and talent we are justly proud, is head of the department of music at Tillotson College, Austin, Texas May life for them be one continual "Love Song."

Brashier—Wilson

Miss Bernice Brashier, of the class of '27, is now the pr .ml wearer of Brother Arthur Wilson's frat pin

Baker—Jones

While the rest of the campus was still enthused over the excitement of commencement, last June 18th, Brother Edwin C Jones, after having received his B L Degree, took unto himself a wife His blushing bride M;ss Carnther Baker, was a member of the i '25 and of the local chapter of Delta Sigma Sorority To Brother Jones and his wife we 1 Id ' bon voyage" on theseaof matrimony

Omicron on the Band Wagon

The following brothers of Omicron have given their pins away, deliberately and with malice aforethought: R V Baxter to Miss Thelma Coffey; Burrell Johnson to Miss Julia Elam: H D Taylor to Miss Stella Elias, and rL^-Brown to Miss Xarcissa Williams May these beautiful feminine judges be merciless in their punishment of these weak-kneed brothers

Lnwrencf-Brown

A wedding of much interest in the East and Middle West took place on Armistice Day at 3:30 o'clock at Norfolk Va. when Miss Helen C Lawrence, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs W E Lawrence, of that city became the bride of Brother Oscar C Broun Mrs Brown, a young lady of rare charm, was graduated in l'.)2D from Howard University with honors and has since taught in the Booker Washington H S <f Norfolk and at Virginia Union University during the summer terms An indication of the many friends and "well wishers" of the couple was shown in the numerous gifts and entertainments held in their behalf Outstanding among those entertaining in Chicago was the very beautiful and unique reception held by Brother Dr Julian Lewis and his beautiful wife Mrs Beatrice Lewis at the Appomattox Club Mrs Lewis and Mrs Brown are sisters in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

FRUITS OF MATRIMONY

Brother F B Syphax, of Alpha Omicron, who was happily wadded to Miss Nannie Leary, of Charlotte two years ago is to he congratulated on the recent arrival of Master F B Syphax Jr If the new arrival inherits the fine qualities possessed by his father, Alpha Phi Alpha will some day have another brother of whom we may be proud.

We congratulate Dr. and Mrs. Rlioderic Harris on the birth of a fine baby girl. Many good reports have

come to us of the work of Brother Harris He is a graduate of Iowa and is building up a splendid practice of dentistry at Keokuk, Iowa Brother Harris is connected with Alpha Theta

Brother Julian Rainey and his charming wife are the proud possessors of a daughter, Patricia Sigma had hoped for another Alpha prospect but are equally as delighted in possessing a strong supporter of Alpha Phi Alpha

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ALPHA DELTA CHAPTER, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, Calif.

President, John Riddle, 346 Stevenson Ave.. dena, Calif

Secretary, William Prince, 384 N Vernon Pasadena, Calif

ALPHA EPSILON CHAPTER, University of California, Berkeley, Calif

President, J VV Bussey, 3215Adeline St. Oakland, Calif

Cor, Secretary, C W Williams, 2816 Dohr St., Berkeley, Calif

ALPHA ZETA CHAPTER, West Virginia CollePresident, Alonzo Shaw Harden Institute, West Virginia

Secretary, Langley A Spurlock, Institute, West Virginia

ALPHA ETA CHAPTER, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass

President, S R Redmond, 30 Hastings Hall

Secretary, J. W. Huguley, 415 Broadway, Boston, Mass.

ALPHA THETA CHAPTER, State University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa

President, J A Blaine Dejoie

tary, Henry Harding, Box 261, Iowa City, Iowa

\LPHA IOTA CHAPTER University of Colorado, and Denver University, Denver, Colorado

President, John Waller, 2401 Emerson Street

Secretary, G Leonard White, 2401 Emerson St

•XPHA KAPPA CHAPTER, Springfield Mass

President, J. H. Gilliam, 104 Maple Street.

Secretary, Ralph P. Green, 248 Eastern Ave.

\LPHA MU CHAPTER, Northwestern University, Evanston, 111 lent, Clarence Wilson,! 1216 Darrow Ave., Evanston, 111

Secretary, Fred D Jordan, P O Box 80, Evanston, 111

I:R, 200i Main Street, Ames, Iowa

Piesident, Renj H Oratcher

Secretary, Hurry J Roura

ALPHA XI CHAPTER, Marquette University, MilWis , 65 19th Street n, 306 loth Street

CHAPTER - Johnson C 'harlotte, N C \ ^ ison C' Smith

mson C :

R, Atlanta University Atlanta,

i B Chennault, Atlanta University

jj Secretary, A Mills Wilkins, Atlanta University

RHO CHAPTER, Morehouse College, Ati lanta, Ga

dent Melvin F Svkes, Morehoiise College

I Cor Secretary, W H King, Jr., Morehouse College

I.ALPHA STOMA CHAPTER, Wiley University, Marshall, Texas

President, John G Shackelford Secretary, James T Canady

ALPHA LAMBDA CHAPTER, Louisville, Ky

President, John (I I th St

Secretary, A L Simpson, 1417 W Chestnut St

BETA LAMBDA CHAPTER, Kansas City Mo

President, F T Lane, Lincoln Building, 18th and Vine Streets

Secretary, I F Bradley, 400 Haskell Ave., Kansas City, Kans

GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER, Detroit, Mich.

President, Julian P Rogers, 2338 St Antoine Street

Cor Secretary, Haley Bell, 8700 Jos Campau Ave nue

DELTA LAMBDA CHAPTER Baltimore, Md

President, Perry 1) G Pennington, 1518 McCulloh Street

Cor Secretary, Gubert E. Macbeth. 2101 Druid Hill Avenue

EPSILON LAMBDA CHAPTER, St Louis, Mo

President, George W Buckner, 2331 Market Street

Secretary, Gordon H Simpson, 615 N Jefferson Ave

ZETA LAMBDA CHAPTER Norfolk, Va

President, T P Turner fi.'it Landing St

Secretary, Wm T Mason, 631 Landing St

THETA LAMBDA CHAPTER; Dayton Ohio

President W O Stokes, 449 W 5th St

••tary, J M Pierce, 210 Norwood Ave

ETA LAMBDA CHAPTER, Atlanta. Ga.

President, Charles W Greene, 315 Fraser Street

Secretary, Jesse P Gomillion 275 Magnolia Street

IOTA LAMBDA CHAPTER, Indiana, Purdue and DePauw Universities, and ,'Butler College, Indianapolis, Ind

President Morris R Taylor, 4T.f> N Senate Avenue

Secretary Oley A Johnson, ^26 Blackford Street

KAPPA LAMBDA CHAPTER Greensboro, N C

President, F Luther Merry, State Normal School Winston-Salem, N C

Secretary, C. G. Galloway, State Normal School Winston-Salem, N C

MTJ LAMBDA CHAPTER Was...«gton D C

President James N./Saunders 20^-1 Thirteenth Street N W /

Sec-etarv Arnold Donawa, 717Fla Ave., N W

NT LAMBDA CHAPTER, Petersburg, Va

Cor Secr«*tarv -Irvine- A nerbig-ny, Virginia, Normal and Industrial Institute

President F> D Patterson, Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute. and Industrial Institute

XI LAMBDA CTTAPTER Chicago, 111

President William Tate 306 East 43rd Street

Secretary William H Benson, Suite No 1, 350" r.rand Boulevard

-MICRON LAMBDA CHAPTER Birminp-ham

President, O Norman Adamson, Tuxedo June tion, Ensley. Ala.

Secretary, G W Reeves, Miles Memorial College

RHO LAMBDA CHAPTER, Buffalo-Rochester \\ Y

President, M A Allen 260 Williams St., Buffalo N Y

Secretary, Father O.H Brown, 260Williams St Buffalo, N Y

ALPHA TAU CHAPTER, Akron, Ohio

President, C R Lewis, 361Euclid Avenue

Secretary, Robert Black, 429Windsor Street

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