MAY, 1936-EDUCATIONAL NUMBER EAST MEETS WEST AT LOS ANGELES. AUGUST, 1936
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OFFICIAL DIRECTORY General Officers PRESIDENT Dr. CHARLES H. WESLEY Howard University—Washington, D. C. SOUTHERN VICE-PRES. CHARLES W. GREENE 304 Griffin St. N. W.—Atlanta, Go. EASTERN VICE-PRES. Dr. FARROW ALLEN 337 W. 138th St.—New York City MID-WESTERN VICE-PRES. SIDNEY A. JONES, Jr. 3456 S. State—Chicago, Illinois WESTERN VICE- PRES. BERT A. MCDONALD 319 E. 48th Street—Los Angeles, Calif. SECRETARY JOSEPH H. B. EVANS 101 S. Street N. W.—Washington, D. C.
TREASURER PERCIVAL R. PIPER 18032 Wexford Avenue -Detroit, Mich. EDITOR OF THE SPHINX LEWIS O. SWINGLER 390 Yz Beale Street—Memphis, Term. DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION RAYFORD W. LOGAN Atlanta University—Atlanta, Ga. GENERAL COUNSEL THEODORE W. BERRY 415 W. Fifth Street—Cincinnati, Ohio EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Dr. B. ANDREW ROSE 402 S. Bank Street—Dayton, Ohio LOWELL H. BENNETT Fisk University, Nashville WILLIAM S. RANDOLPH 426 E. Fifty-First Street—Chicago, HI.
JEWELS Dr. Henry A. Callis, Howard University, Waahington, D . C George B. Keller, 1 113th, Troy, N. Y. Nathaniel A. Murray, 150 You St., N. W., Washington, D . C. Robert H. Ogle, 1721 T St., N. W.. Washington, D. C. Vermel W. Tandy, 221 W. 139th St., New York City
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I. ALPHA—Ithaca, N. Y.—Active thru membership of Jewels. _;Sec, Jamas A. Fairfax. 1917 2. BETA—Washington, D. C.—Prea., Third St. N . W. J. GAMMA—Richmond, Va.—Pre*., David A. Graves, 622 Judah Street; Sec, W. Russell Chavioua, Virginia Union University. 4. DBLTA—Montreal. Canada—INACTIVE. C. Thomas; C. 5. Sec, BPSILON—Ann Harbor, Michigan—Pre*., Edwin
20. PHI—Athens, Ohio—Pres., John W. Gaaaway; Sec, Walter B. Allen, 155 W. Washington Street.
; Sec, Dr. R. S. Fleming, 6. ZBTA—New Haven, Conn.—Pres., 216 Dwight Street. 7. BTA New York City—Pres., John Morsell. 180 W. 1 3 5 4 Street; Sec., Cecil Forster, 334 Green Avenue, Brooklyn, N. Y. 8. THBTA—Chicago, III.—Pres., Rev. Archibald J. Carey, 57 E. 46th Street; Sec, Nelson E. Woodley, 4626 Michigan Blvd.
24. ALPHA BETA—Talladega, Alabama—Pres., Joseph A. Pittman; See., Lawrence Washington; C Sec, Henry Shorter.
9. IOTA-—Syracuse, N. Y — I N A C T I V B . 10. KAPPA—Columbus, Ohio—Pros., James A. Tibbs, 236 E. Eleventh Avenue; Sec., Edmund O. Oxley, 63 E. Eleventh Avenue; C Sec., Campbell S. Warren, 209 Highland Avenue. 11. MU—Minneapolis, Minn.—President, John R. Lawrence, Jr., 556 St. Anthony Ave.; St. Paul, Minnesota; Secretary, John M. Patron. 1559 Roblyn Ave., St. Paul, Minn. 12. NU—Lincoln University, Pa.—Pres., Wilfred B. Lloyd; R. Sec., Douglas Bush; C Sec, H. Franklin Brown. 13. XI—Wilberforce, Ohio—Pres., A. Joseph Allen; Sec, Samuel Morris; C. Sec, John Phillips; F. Sec, William W. Brown, P. O. Box 182. 14. OMICRON—Pittsburgh, Pa.—Pres., James O. Dougan, 2400 Webster St.; Felix K. Gobble, 228 Alpine Street; F. Sec, Henry McCuIlough, 31 Wandlass Street. 15. p i Cleveland, Ohio—Pres., Emmason D. Fuller, 2223 E. 100th Street; Sec, Clarence L. Sharpe, 4609 Central Ave. 16 RHO—Philadelphia, Pa.—Pres., Dr. W. F. Jerrick, 1843 Christian Street; F. Sec, C G. Garlick, 529 S. Nineteenth Street. 17. SIGMA—Boston, Mass.—Pres Dr. F. Irving Gray, 610 Columbus Avenue; Sec, Harold E. James, 161 W. Springfield Street. 18. TAU—Champaign, Illinois—Pres., C. D . Ashmore; Sec, John E. Sullivmn, Jr.; C Sec, M. Archibald Dumas, 615 South Wright Street. A. UPSILON—Lawrence, Kansas—President, E2ra Greer; C. Secretary, Edward J. Bruce; R. Secretary, Francis Herndon, 1101 Mississippi St., Kansas University.
27. ALPHA EPSILON—Berkeley. Calif.—Pres., John Ware, 1936 Market St., Oakland, Calif.; Sec, James L. Allen, 951 40rh Street, Oakland, Calif.; C. Sec, George A. Towns, Jr., 2900 Harper Street. 28. ALPHA ZETA—Institute, Va.—President, H. Thompson; Secretary, William Robinson, W. Va., State College. 29. ALPHA ETA—Cambridge, Mass.—INACTIVE. 30. ALPHA THETA—Iowa City, Iowa—Pres. Bernard Coss; Sec, Lamar Smith, 815 S. Dubuque Street.
21. CHI—Nashville. Tenn.—Prea., Gregory A. Calvin; Pleasants, Jr., 1017 Sixteenth Avenue N. 22.
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23. ALPHA ALPHA—Cincinnati, Ohio—Pres., Dr. B. F. Cann, 5223 Ward Street; Sec, John Delaney, 30 W. 15th St., Covington, Ky.; P. Sec, W. C Weatherly, 239 Goodman Street.
25. ALPHA GAMMA—Providence, R. Island—INACTIVE; Address. Joseph G. LeCount, 42 Westminister Street. 26. ALPHA DELTA—Los Angeles, Calif.—Pres., Bert McDonald, 319 H. 49th Street; Sec, Rufus S. Norman, 708 E. 48th Street.
31. ALPHA IOTA—Denver, Colorado—Pres., David N. Howell, 1221 Gaylord Street; Sec .. 32. ALPHA KAPPA—Springfield, Mass.—Pres., Sec, Bmeat A. Dawson, 211 W. 146th St. Apt. 100, New York City. 33. ALPHA MU—Evanston, Illinois—Pres., William C. Pyant, 2021 Brown Avenue; Sec, Colbert B. Davis, 1014 Emerson Street. 34. ALPHA NU—Ames, Iowa—INACTIVE; Address, Charles P. Howard, 515 Mulberry Street, Des Moines, Iowa. 35. ALPHA XI—Milwaukee, Wisconsin—INACTIVB. 36. ALPHA OMICRON—Charlotte, N. Carolina—Pres., Hubert A. EatonC Sec, Claude E. Sloan; F. Sec, Henry C Dugas, Jr., Johnson CL Smith University. 37. ALPHA PI—Louisville, Ky.—Pres., Perry A. Lively, Jr., 3431 Hale Avenue; Sec, Joseph I. Hackett, 4633 Park Blvd. 38. ALHA RHO—Atlanta Georgia—Pres., Dillard H. Brown; Sec, Charlee D. Saxon; C. Sec, Armstead Pierro, Morehouse College.
THE SPHINX Official Organ of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Inc
PUBLISHED FEBRUARY, MAY, OCTOBER, and DECEMBER VOLUME 22
MAY, 1936
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THE STAFF EDITOR-IN-CHIEF LEWIS O. SWINGLER 390 V_ Beale Avenue Memphis, Tennessee ASSISTANT EDITOR HUGH M. GLOSTER LeMoyne College Memphis, Tennessee WHO'S WHO EDITOR GEORGE B. KELLEY Troy, New York HISTORY EDITOR CLYDE L. COLE Carver Junior High School Tulsa, Oklahoma FRAT FUN EDITOR DR. O. WILSON WINTERS Norristown, Pa. ART EDITORS JAMES D. PARKS Lincoln University Jefferson City, Mo. FERDINAND ROUSSEVE New Orleans, La. CONTRIBUTING EDITORS MILTON S. J. WRIGHT Wilberforce, Ohio WILLIAM H. GRAY Southern University Scotlandville, La. JOSEPH H. COTTON Memphis, Tennessee VICTOR L. GRAY Baltimore, Md. GRANT W. HAWKINS Indianapolis, Ind.
CONTENTS Page
Convention Call of General President
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Eminent Educator Dies in Atlanta
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On Passing of John Hope
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Alpha Mourns Loss of Henderson
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Appointment of Regional Directors
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Scholarship Announcement
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Address to Beta Chapter
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Editorially Speaking
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Nat'l. Comm. on Student Problems
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Appointment of Bro. Eugene H. Dibble
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John A. Andrew Clinical Society
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Bro. Logan's Address to Pelicans _ . . Silver Convention Address Significant Alpha News
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Fraternity Fun
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24th. Anniversary of Mu
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Voice of the Sphinx Beta Pi Chapter—Lane College.
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Fisk Inter-Fraternal Champions
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The Message and Convention Call of General President Washington, D. C. April 1, 1936. TO THE CHAPTERS AND BROTHERS OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA: I am officially Informing you that do Thirtieth Anniversary Convention, the Annual Convention for 1936, of our Fraternity is called to assemble at Los Angeles, California, in conformity with the action of the Twenty-fifth General Convention at Nashville, Tennes see, December 28-31, 1935. The Los Angeles Convention 1 will mark the thirtieth year of our continuance as the First Intercollegiate organization of Ne;jro colle ,e men in the world. Surely every Alpha Man ought to take pride in his membership in organization with such a historical basis. We are confident that many brothel.- will want to be with us in order to celebrate this anniversary occasion, to do honor to the Fraternity and to the Founders, ai.d to gather inspiration for the future annual milestones in our frate.nal life. There are still many problems in our organization which call for solution. We are dispose! to act more directly and efficiently upon issues, and we are prone to discuss them more freely upon their merits at the Annual Conventions than at the General Conventions. These conventions are becoming increasingly important as adjuncts of our organizational life. They are proving to be as attractive to the graduate brothers as to the undergraduate brothers. In the conventions we can think and plan deliberatively concerning the welfare of the Fraternity and of the brothers. In addition, greater consideration can be given to the distinctive racial service which it is ours to render at this particular period of the advancement of our race. This was clearly illustrated by the Chicago Convention of 1934. Instead of scrapping the Go-to-High School Movement, we built upon it and created our Educational Foundation, which is still embryonic in actual accomplishments but full of promise for the future. Our Committee on Public Policy has coordinated and combined our individual voices and joined with the national organizations which are seeking to improve the status of the Negro Masses, of which we ourselves are also a p a r t . Our fraternal program has been enlarged and expanded because we have been able to give thought to it and were not rushed as we are frequently at the General Convention periods since our time has been reduced to three days. Our program for this Convention will be equally as teeming with possibilities of great results. The details of this program will be sent to you later, just as was done for the Chicago Convention. Therefore, let each chapter or brother think and plan to have its constructive proposals come before our convention at Los Angeles either by a direct delegation or through the General President or by other sources. Los Angeles is preparing for us. The Land of Flowers is launching a great welcome. We were told at Nashville that our Chapter there could secure one thousand dollars by August for our entertainment. The
Golden Gate, the land of the Movies, the place where the West meets the East, a new land for our fraternal development sends us invitation. Shall we accept? We hear from everywhere within our ranks the affirmative response. But how shall we get there, asks some one. Well take an extra week to go in the old buggy with four or five in the party. With the price of gas, oil, and auto camps in pocket, plan to spend the dates of August 15-18 there and another week to return sight-seeing all the way, and there you have it! Special rates by rail and by Bus will be in operation then. The committee of arrangements there wo. king with Brother VicePresident McDonald will inform us of this later. But let us plan and let us begin saving now for this purpose. This is our chance to go West. We may not go so far West again soon. Let us take advantage of this opportunity. Let the chapters begin building up a treasury, so as to aid in sending some one or more brothers. All who come will be full members of the Conl i'ii I i o n .
And now, by virtue of the authority invested in me as General President and pursuant to the action •>!' t'.:e Twenty-fifth General Convention, I herewith officially cummon the Fraternity to assemble in its Thirtieth Anniversa y Convention, August 15-1S. 1936, at Los Angeles, California. The agenda of this convention will include the continuation of business presented at tlie last convention. Many incidental matters and larger issues await our serious attention. The rules of the General Convention will govern this convention. We are expecting a large number of chapter delegates and brothers, for here was real enthusiasm and not a dissenting vote in the choice of Los Angeles. Then on to Los Angeles, where the East, the North and the South will meet the West. Sincerely and Fraternally yours for a Greater Alpha Phi Alpha. Charles H. Wesley, Gen. Pies.
ALPHA DELTA LAMBDA, BETA XI PRESENT PROF. LOGAN ON EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: — Throughout the week of April 27th, Memphis and West Tennessee boomed with the activities of Alpha Phi Alpha Educational Campaign. It was brought to a crowning climax Sunday, May 3rd, when Brother Professor Rayford Logan, Director of Education, and Professor of History, Atlanta University, made a special trip to Memphis as guest speaker at a Public Meeting at the Second Congregational Church. A capacity audience was present. Under the direction of Brother Hugh M. Gloster, instructor at LeMoyne College ,and Assistant Editor of The Sphinx, the year's educational campaign w;i most successful that has ever been sponsored in this (Please Turn to Page 8)
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Eminent Educator Dies in Atlanta Fraternal condolences on the passing of Dr. John Hope were forwarded to the bereaved family by Dr. Charles H. Wesley, General President of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity; and a beautiful floral tribute was presented in the name of the Fraternity by Brothers Charles W. Greene, Southern Vice-President, and Rayford W. Logan, Dircctor of Education.
Dr. John Hope made his final appearance under the auspices of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity at the Silver Convention in Nashville. He delivered an address in the Fisk University Chapel on 29th of December and stressed contemporary problems of Negro education. Alphadom has sustained a great loss in his death.
DR. JOHN HOPE 2 June, 1868-20 February, 1936
ON THE PASSING OF JOHN HOPE By Hugh M. Gloster Professor of English, LeMoyne College Literary Editor of THE SPHINX Not since the demise of Booker T. Washington in 1915 have the twelve million members of the colored race in America suffered so great a single loss as the recent death of our distinguished brother, John Hope, a man who has been nationally prominent for more than a quarter of a century as a progressive educator and as a thoughtful leader. His passing this year constitutes as momentous a social privation as the untimely end of the celebrated first executive of Tuskegee Institute, and the selection of his successor as president of Atlanta University will have a definite effect on the educational future of the Negro in this country. In the days of his youth, John Hope determined that his life work would be the education and Christianization of the Negro in the South, and, in preparation for this career of service to his people, he drank abundantly of the waters of some of the best educational fountains of the United States. He went to Worcester Academy for his high school training, to Brown University for his college education, and to Brown University and the University of Chicago for his graduate work. At each of these institutions he distinguished himself by diligent scholarship, genial deportment, and unusual freedom from racial and national narrowness. In the spring of 1894, John Hope received his bachelor's degree and soon thereafter began his public life as a member of the faculty of Roger Williams College. He remained at this post until 1898, when he was appointed to a teaching position at Morehouse College. In 1906, he was chosen president of this school and functioned in this capacity until June, 1931, when he retired in order to devote himself entirely to the
development of the greater Atlanta University which was set in motion April 1, 1929. It was on the basis of his achievements as president ol .Morehouse College and Atlanta University that John Hope gained renown as the master builder of schools. Under his seemingly magic guidance, Morehouse College rapidly grew from a crude educational infancy to her present eminent status in the American academic field. But it was in the building of the greater Atlanta University that John Hope proved himself to be the peerless constructor of educational institutions. In the unbelievably brief period of six years, he executed the apparent miracle of leading the world's only full-fledged Negro graduate school from temporary quarters to one of the finest school plants in Dixie and of securing for the students of this university an able and accomplished bi-racial faculty which includes talented colored scholars like William Stanley Braithwaite, W. E. B. DuBois, Ira DeA. Reid, J. B. Blayton, and Rayford Logan. The schools which John Hope built, therefore, were not meritorious in the material sense alone: they were also centers of learning where informed minds unfolded the wisdom of the past and present to the buiit'ers of the future. From the doors of Morehouse College have marched a long line of illustrious alumni Including John W. Davis. Frederick Hall, Charles W. Greene, Mordecai Johnson, and Benjamin Brawley, and it is a certainty that the greater Atlanta University will produce men and women qualified to stand on an equal plane with Walter White, James Weldon Johnson, Sidney A. Jones, E. H. Dibble, and other graduates of the Atlanta University which was devoted to the tasks of a liberal arts college. John Hope's role as an educator was consistently rivaled in national significance by his positions in important racial and inter-racial organizations. He held (Please Turn to Page 5)
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PASSING OF JOHN HOPE (Continued From Page 4) local, national, and international offices in the Young Men's Christian Association, and served as president both of the Commission on Inter-racial Cooperation and of the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. He was also a member of the Board of Directors of the National Urban League, the National Association for tlie Advancement of Colored People, and the Spingarn Medal Award Committee. In consideration of his labors in education and American race relations. five universities, Brown, .Howard, Bucknell. McMaster, and Bates, conferred honorary degrees upon him. Other honors which he received during his lifetime were veritably numerous and include appointment as field secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association for the observation of Negro soldiers in France during the World War, election to membership in Phi Beta Kappa .selection as delegate to the International Missionary Council in Jerusalem in 1928, and presenta tion of the Harmon Award. The noteworthy part which John Hope played in the life of his people proves conclusively that he was a man of action. His unflagging energy enabled him to make the laborious climb to the top of the mountain of success and to establish permanent monuments to his initiative in a state where advancement was difficult due to the general effort of the Southern white man to hold the Negro at the bottom rung of the social ladder. When a member of the colored race rises to fame in Dixie, he deserves more commendation than a white American who registers in a similar attainment because of the fact that his progress is impeded and obstructed by the huge boulders of segregation, discrimination, and prejudice. Judging by the impediments and obstructions which John Hope was forced to move from his upward path, it is perhaps correct to say that he was Georgia's worthiest citizen a t the time of his departure from this life. The two qualities of character which were chiefly responsible for John Hope's fruitful existence on this earth were devout belief in the Christian life and rare .self-confidence. Throughout his tenure of office at Morehouse College, he taught the tenets of the gentle Nazarene to the young men who came within his sphere of influence and inspired many of them to become ministers of the gospel. Furthermore, during his presidency of Atlanta University, he occasionally interrupted the cold and mechanical routine of graduate studyby assembling the students and reading for their enlightenment passages of the Scriptures which he considered applicable to the desires and needs of human life. he stood erect among his fellow men. One of the cardinal traits of his social life was unusual confidence in his personal ability. Many persons said he was autocratic and dictatorial in the execution of his presidential powers, but this criticism did not cause him to veer from what he considered the right road to the attainment of his goals. In sunshine or in storm. wearing the laurel wreath or the crown of thorns, he clung to his principles with Spartan tenacity. But even those who were a t variance with John Hope in philosophy and policy admired his manliness and culture, respected his idealism and Christian statesmanship, marveled at his sincerity and untiring devotion
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to duty, and fovind more in his life to laud than to deride. In the hearts of liberal Americans of the present and of the future, John Hope has established his immortality. Men of tomorrow will speak of him in glowing terms, and their tributes will surpass eulogies of today because they will be provoked by the realization of his dreams. The life of John Hope did not cease, therefore, with the exhalation of his last breath. John Hope will never die. His students and friends who return to the campus of the greater Atlanta University will feel his presence and will believe—no matter what cynics may say— that he dwells spiritually in the highest condition of existence and trusts that they will strive as he did, to make the world more fraternal, more just, and more beautiful by their having lived in it.
FEATEENAL CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF BEOTHEE JOHN HOPE AND THE EESPONSES I Mrs. John Hope and Family Atlanta University Atlanta, Georgia. Our Fraternity sorrows deeply at the news of the passing of our beloved brother and our most distinguished educator. Permit us to join with you in grief. The knowledge of his life of sendee and leadership should be a balm in this moment of sorrow. Charles H. Wesley, General President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. II Dr. Charles H. Wesley, General President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Howard University Washington, D. C. The members of the Board of Trustees and the Faculties of Atlanta University, Morehouse College and Spelman College acknowledge with deep appreciation your message of sympathy in the loss of Dr. Hope. His devotion to duty, his high educational statesmanship, his power of leadership have been and will remain an inspiration to all of us. HI Dr. Charles H. Wesley, General President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Howard University Washington, D. C. The family of Dr. John Hope thank you for your expression of sympathy and appreciation.
ALPHA MOURNS LOSS OF BRO. G. W. HENDERSON By Milton S. J. Wright -Contributing EditorXi and Chi Lambda Chapters and all Alpha Phi Alpha mourn the loss of a true and loyal brother whose (Please Turn to Page 38J
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BRO. KARL E. DOWNS APPOINTS REGIONAL DIRECTORS My dear brothers in Alpha: The great challenge of our fraternal bond calls us to a noble service. Our EDUCATION-FOR-CITIZENSHIP CAMPAIGN serves as one of the most imperative humanitarian needs of our day. I, therefore, serving as the national director of the campaign for 1936 make this appeal to you for intense, extensive, vigorous action in the campaign activities for this year. We must make our masses conscious of citizenship values. Upon recommendations from the vice presidents and national director of education, I am making the following appointments as regional directors. Please contact them immediatey for advice and assistance. EASTERN REGION—Carson. D. Baker, 2 St., St. Nicholas Place, Apt. 1, New York City. Includes chapters in N. H., Ve., Mass., R. I., D. C, N. Y., Penn,, N. J., uVId., and Del. MID-WESTERN REGION—A. J. Carey, 57 E.' 46th St., Chicago, 111. Includes chapters in Ohio, Mich., Ind., HI., Wis., Minn., Iowa, and Mo. FAR WEST REGION—J. R. Lillard, 2211 R. St., Lincoln, Nebraska. Includes Calif., Oregon, Wash., Idaho, Mont., Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, Ariz., N. M., Colo., N. D., S. D., Nebraska, Kansas. SOUTHERN REGION—A. P. Tureand, 612 Iberville St.. New Orleans, La. Includes chapters in La., Miss., Ala., and Pla. SOUTHWESTERN REGION—M. Lafayette Harris. Samuel Huston Colleg-e, Austin, Texas. Includes chapters in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas. SOUTHEASTERN REGION—Dillard H. Brown, Morehouse College, Atlanta, George. Includes chapters in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia. BORDER STATES REGION—Mark Hanna Watkins, Fisk University, Nashville, Tennessee. Includes chapters in Kentucky, West Virginia, Missouri. Yours for a great campaign, Karl E. Downs.
SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT TO ALL CHAPTERS: I am sending herewith five application blanks for scholarships or fellowships. Undergraduates should file application for a scholarship. Graduate students should file application for a fellowship. All scholarship aplications must be supported by a statement from the college authorities showing that in their opinion the applicant is worthy of a scholarship and that he has maintained an average of at least " B . " The successful applicants for fellowship must sign an agreement with the Fraternity giving it, subject to the requirements of the university they are attending, prior rights to the publication of the results of their research. There will be an award of one hundred dollars in each of the four vice-presidential jurisdictions. The total amount of the fellowship awards has not been determined, but will amount to at least six hundred and fifty dollars, which will be awarded in whole or in part at the discretion of the Committee on Award of Fellowships and Scholarships.
All Applications must reach my office not later than
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May 15, 1936. All applicants must be in good standingwith the General Organization and their local Chapter with which they were last affiliated... A statement to this effect must be certified to by the Chapter Financial Secretary. APPLICANTS WHO HAVE APPLIED BEFORE MAY APPLY AGAIN. It is hoped that announcement of the successful candidates can be made about June 10. 1936. Rayford W. Logan, Director of Educ.
BRO. JEWEL CALLIS ADDRESSES MEMBERS OF BETA CHAPTER "From the revival of letters until now, from the days of Gerson, the great chancellor of the University of Paris, five hundred years ago, every advance in civilization has been dependent upon the influences which have proceeded from the seats of learning." Daniel Coit Gilman, first President of Johns Hopkins University uttered these words fifty years ago in an address at Harvard University. They still have meaning for us. Thirty years ago this very month, seven Negro youths isolated in a northern University began first to use the name Alpha Phi Alpha. The significance of that name is fast becoming the universal shibboleth of an exploited and prostituted people. Not one of us was aware of Docior Gilman, nor had heard of Gerson. Yet we had perceived an irrefutable fact of society and set out upon its foundation to mould the development of a race. An idea was translated into thinking and action. The successful achievement of that idea can be measured in the leadership, self-sacrifice and service of Negro college men and women for a quarter century. We saw men and women whose backs had been scarred by the lash. We heard scholarship among Negroes ridiculed. We found for ourselves the doors of opportunity barricaded. We were a pioneer generation. Today the lives of 12,000,000 people are influenced by our fraternities and sororities. The church, social movements, education, health, politics, civil rights, science, the arts, productive scholarship, have all responded to the influence of black men and women. These leaders have caught their vision in Negro fraternities and sororities which took a century-old institution and gave it a new ideal, a socially dynamic meaning. As college, and university students today, you are faced with new problems. Civil rights, social privileges, economic and professional opportunities are still circumscribed for the Negro. Yet you see more clearly than my generation did, that beneath these evidences of racial prejudice lie the problems of ruthless exploitation, the unearned increment and social callousness. Whatever significant advances are made in the broad social relationships of the Negro in America in the next twenty-five years, depend upon you. Out of you there must be born into our fraternities and sororities, a new purpose, a new resolve to complete the emanciation of a race. Only upon the influences which proceed from you, can this task be accomplished. H. A. Callis. Howard University.
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Editorially Speaking "WHY YOU ARE OUT OF THE FOLD" (An open letter to Bro. J. E. Oakes and other Lost Brothers.) By 0. Wilson Winters Dear Brothers: A noted divine with an analytical mind and an evangelistic proficiency once said there were three steps that signified the moral loss of a man in so far Although. John Hope knelt humbly before his God, as Christian fellowship was concerned. First, he neglected, next he refused, finally he depised. I do not claim the ability of such a logical approach to the problem of my subject but to use the analogy I could say that there are three classes of brothers who are out of the fold. First, those who cherish Alpha but cannot afford to stay in, second, those who have neglected to remain in, and third, those who were never spiritually in the Alpha Phi Alpha fold. For the first class of lost fraters I have nothing but sympathy, because no one can contradict that there are circumstances operating at times to supply this class with new members. Many brothers, during their college days, manage to maintain their affiliations even in the face of economic hardships because much caste would be lost in the close confines of college life if one becomes derelict. But out In the work-a-day world there are no such insisting forces combining to force active membership even though the personal urge is present. Occassionally, the well advertised Dawn Dance will cause a stampede for membership renewal and a clamor for accompanying dance invitations. The second class presents a picture outlined in your lament, "Why I Am out of the Fold." The grand rush for a livelihood, the pursuit of a career, the building of a family life and Its concomitant trials cause a neglect of those Alpha pledges, ideals, and declarations that were so vociferous during your college days. Splashes of misfortune, well saturated with extreme pessimism, were evident throughout your article. When you argue that Alpha meant something to you in college because it served a definite purpose, there is a subtle implication that it means nothing to you now because it does not serve a definite purpose. I respectfully commend to you the preamble of our constitution which definitely specifies the purposes of our fraternity. If the "personification of virtue, tire chastity of women, the aiding in an insisting upon the personal progress of our brothers" is lost to your memory, then your neglect has reached the depths of fraternal despair. The lost brothers whom I am placing in the third class are those who are out of the fold because they were never in spiritually. You belong to a ritualistic class of automatons who entered Alpha on the crest of a wave of college society-life. The physical aspects of Alphadom intrigued you, and you found yourself among the flotsam and jetsam of a mysterious but stimulating adjunct of college embellishments. Brother Howard Long, in an address a t the Regional Convention banquet at Howard University in 1932, gave a bizarre but true classification of all Alpha men. I shall
ask Mm to repeat the paragraph of his speech that describes that body of men the majority of whom are in this class three group.
RECLAMATION Social adjusters seeking to reclaim lost romance from matrimonial wreckages find it valueless to remind the estranged couples of their marriage ceremonies many of them were nightmares anyways. Better results are obtained by conjuring up memories of the honeymoon and the first hectic days of connubial bliss. Frequently these retrospections enable the couples to take inventory of their romantic bankruptcy and the physciological effect produces physical manifestations that oft-times result in reconciliation and a new start on the sea of matrimony. If I were to apply any process of reclamation among you "lost brothers," I would use the following methods among the different classes of delinquents. To every Alpha man whose correct address is known I would send the Convention number of The Sphinx. The report of the Director of Education, the address of. President Patterson of Tuskegee and the convention message of our general president, Dr. Wesley, contained in the convention issue should account for the reclamation of 2 5 % of class one and class two delinquents. Painting a picture of the early honeymoon days of Alpha Phi Alpha life, the episodes and escapades of college amenities, the plans and prophecies and the old dreams of future fraternal usefulness would probably account for 1 5 % more. But for class three, I would subsidize the women's page of all of the Negro Press, bribe the society editors to publicize an exquisite, magnificent, and exclusive Dawn Dance. The turgid stream of Alpha interest would be quickened by the prodding of the female members of the delinquent Alpha household. It is simply amazing to note the temperature rise in Alpha interest that can be made by a bridge party, a picnic, a chapter sermon, or a charity dance, especially when it is labelled "exclusive." Reclamation appeals must speculate on the presence or absence of the Alpha Spirit. But the real Alpha Spirit cannot be infused by Hitler methods, cannot be maintained by Fascism, and is not an accomlishment of memory work effected by "Hell Week" terrors. If during the dramatic episode of initiation there was transmitted to you the ritualistic significance of "First of All and Servants of All," if your interest at that time was not in trying to salvage as much of your anatomy as possible, then the slogan "We shall transcend a l l " and the fellowship of your thousands of Negro brothers trying to work out a destiny In this land of proscriptions should have inspired in you a spiritual brotherhood that has more reclaiming force than all the literary efforts of those of us who are sincerely and genuinely anxious to garner you back into the fold. Yours fraternally, O. Wilson Winters, Corresponding Secretary, Rho Chapter.
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In 1916, at the 9th General Convention of our fraternity in Richmond, the high Bounding phrase "Alpha Phi Alpha for Life" was adopted as a Slogan. Since that time, the slogan has become a Movement, a movement so strong that many of the collegiate aspects of our fraternity have been lost in the avalanche of ever-swelling graduate ranks. Such a situation distinctly has its advantages. It also has its disadvantages; and among these is the suppression of the younger man in Alpha Phi Alpha. Prom time to time additions and improvements in the national program of our fraternity have been directed toward counteracting this effect....without much success. It is true that through the scholarship idea, very definite aid has been rendered in a small way to our younger brothers from time to time; and this lias been extended with the Educational Foundation program. Realizing i\he very limited financial resources of a college fraternity group, however, it is obvious that we are obliged to find some additional means of rendering substantial and lasting service to the youngman in the ranks. With this in mind it was proposed to our Director of Education, Bro. Rayford Logan that the fraternity encourage the undergraduate brothers "by instituting a program under the Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation, designed to investigate the significant prob terns confronting the young Negro student, especially in the professional schools; and by proposing, as far as possible, methods of solving these problems." Thanks to Bro. Logan"s sympathetic response, the machinery is now being assembled to carry out this idea. The execution of this plan depends upon Chairmen in the respective Divisions of Law, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and General Education, selected from the ranks of successful Alpha men in their chosen fields. Each of these chairmen, it is proposed, is responsible for seeking and sifting the problems of fraternal, racial, or social significance with which the young colored student is confronted in his particular field. He will report through the pages of The Sphinx upon the questions he has considered, and the conclusion? to which he has come. It is proposed that the collective report of all the chairmen appear in an issue of The Sphinx annually, specifically designated for this purpose. The committee chairman will report to the General Convention. Also, student problems referred to the fraternity are to be delegated to these respective division chairmen for proper study and solution. Through this means, it is hoped that the resources of our fraternity may hastily be thrown to the assistance of the Alpha men who are approaching their professional and educational thresholds, when the occasion arises. The chairmen of the respective divisions have not all been named at the time of this writing. This information will be forth-coming from the office of Director Logan. Meanwhile all chapters and members of Alpha Phi Alpha should be holding under consideration possible problems which should fall to this Committee on Student Problems. Only- by such cooperation can. the undertaking of this service, and the ap-
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pointment of the committee, prove a worth while effort. W. S. Randolph. M. D., Mem. Exec. Council.
ALPHA DELTA LAMBDA, BETA XI (Continued From Page 3) section. It marked another milestone in the growth and development of Alpha Phi Alpha in Memphis. The program was jointly sponsored by Alpha Delta Lambda, graduate chapter, and Beta Xi, undergraduate chapter. No stone was left unturned in our efforts to make the campaign a real influence on the lives of the of the people of this community. Friday, April 24th, Beta Xi Chapter presented a play at LeMoyne College, stressing the importance of good citizenship as expressed through the effective use of the ballot. The players were Brothers William Owen, Jame3 D. Portray, Jesse Wiliams, Robert Hardy. Brother J. D. Williams, accompanied by touching strains from the chapel organ, recited Brother Dr. DuBois "Credo." The play was authored by Brother Henry A. Ryan, who in 1935 was granted an Alpha Phi Alpha scholarship, and at presest serving as president of Beta Xi. Tuesday night, April 2 8th, a thirty minute educational program was presented over WNBR through the courtesy of Brothers Thomas Hayes, and Taylor C. Hayes. Friday, May 1st, was "Tag Day." Students of Booker T. Washington and Manassas High Schools, and LeMoyne College wore Alpha Phi Alpha tags. In this manner announcements of our campaign were carried into hundreds of home. The Memphis World, through the courtesy of Brother Lewis O. Swingler, editor, was most liberal in the space devoted to the program.
Brother Logan Inspires Brother Logan captivated his audience with a message that challenged the Negro to become, first of all, "his own agent for advancement." He declared that different communities present different problems, so far as the race was concerned, and no one, speciic method will solve them all, or serve as a "cure-all." "It will take a combination of efforts," Brother Logan asserted. His message was followed by a fifteen minute question and answer period. Present and en masse at this meeting were representatives of Delta Sigma Theta and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sororities, Omega Psi Phi, Kappa Alpha Psi, ana Phi Beta Sigma Fraternities. While Beta Xi and Alpha Delta Lambda were carrying out their Educational Campaign, members of the Fphinx Club loomed on the social horizon with their first Formal Dance, presented in the. library of LeMoyne College, Friday night, May 1st. The affair was a gala occasion. Members of the club are John E. Brake, Richard Greene, Christopher Roulhac, Charles Smith, Charles Spearman, Anderson Turpin, Henri Twigg, and Harvey William, Jr., James Perrie. Brother Vice-President Charles Greene visited Alpha Delta Lambda Chapter during a business trip to Memphis last month. He was most favorably impressed with outline of the Educational Program presented by Brother Gloster.
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Receives Appointment as Hospital Head
DR. E U G E N E H. DIBBLE Brother Eugene H. Dibble, Medical Officer-in-Charge United States Veterans Administration Facility, Tuskegee, Alabama. Alpha Nu Lambda, Graduate Chapter of Alpha Phi Alha, takes great pride In presenting to the Fraternity, through the pages of The Sphinx, Brother Eugene H. Dibble. The recent honor that has come to Brother Dibble is certainly one of the high spots in the rather eventful history of the local Chapter, in particular, and the Fraternity in general. After a successful tenure of service as Medical Director of the John A. Andrew Memorial Hospital of Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, Brother Dibble has been appointed Medical Officer-in-Charge of the United States Veterans Administration Facility of Tuskegee, Alabama. It is with great satisfaction that we share with the brothers in Alpha Phi Alpha significant episodes In the life of this brother. Brother Dibble received his training in medicine at the Medical School of Howard University, Washington, D. C. After graduation, he served his interneship at The Freedman's Hospital, Washington, D. C. Upon the completion of this period of interneship, Brother Dibble
was appointed House Physician at the John A. Andrew Memorial Hospital, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama. While serving in this capacity, the calibre of his professional ability gained for him an appointment as Chief of the Surgical Service at the United States Veterans Facility, Tuskegee, Alabama. Brother Dibble resigned from this position in 192 4 to become Medical Director of the John A. Andrew Memorial Hospital. The years as Medical Director serve as adequate testimony of his professional ability and pleasing personality. During these years, it was due to his interest and hard work that the John A. Andrew Clinical Society received that impetus and stimulus which ranks it as the leading conference of its kind devoted to the professional advancement of medical men of the Negro Race. This Society, convening at the John A. Andrew Memorial Hospital annually, brings together the leading physicians and surgeons of America of both races. It has become indispensable to the progress and health of Negro life. As Medical Officer-in-Charge of the United States Veterans Administration Facility, Bro. Dibble brings (Continued on Following Page)
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to the position all of the qualities so necessary for one who must head such a large and important institution. Situated in Macon County, near the internationally famed Tuskegee Institute, this plant is fully equipped. It has a bed capacity of 1,154, with an additional building nearing completion with a bed capacity of 346. This bring the total to 1,500 beds. The Medical Staff includes 23 physicians, 56 registered nurses, two dentists and one pharmacist, and other personnel in proportion. Brother Dibble was initiated into the folds of Alpha Phi Alpha through Beta Chapter. As a member of Alpha Nu Lambda Chapter, he has worked faithfully to keep the chapter alive and useful. Brother Dibble, while at Tuskegee Institute, succumbed to the inevitable dart of the wily God of Love, Cupid. Mrs. Helen Dibble, the former Miss Helen Taylor, along with the younger Dibbles (four in number) complete the happy family of this Brother of whom we are justly proud. E. E. Alexander, Chapter Editor.
ALPHA PHI ALPHA AT JOHN A. ANDREW CLINICAL SOCIETY For the twenty-fifth time the John A. Andrew Clinical Society held its annual session at Tuskegee Institute. And for just that same number of times has Alpha Phi Alpha dominated that gathering. From time to time, this domination has expressed itself in office tenure. At other times, it might be said at every meeting, some of the most scientifically intelligent papers and discussions have been presented or led by Alpha men. This year, as a casual review of the program will disclose, was no exception. The manner in which the Alpha Phi Alpha physicians have continuously borne themselves during the twenty-five years of the existence of this Clinic, have been of such nature as to make every man of Alpha connections feel quite proud. Especially has such quickened the vanity of resident Alphas. But it is not my purpose to report on the quality or on the accomplishments of the Clinic. Rather, it is my intention to report on Alpha Nu Lambda as hosts at a Smoker tendered the visiting brothers. Our greatest regret is that events wherein the fairer sex were included attracted some visitors who, we know, would otherwise have favored us with their presence. However, the few who did attend made up in quality what we thus lost in numbers. A glimpse into Brother Wesley's history will substantiate this conclusion. What group of Alpha men would not feel themselves the bigger when In a gathering of which Roscoe C. Giles, Senior Attending Surgeon, Provident Hospital, Chicago, Illinois, is a member? Charles H. Garvin, Urological Staff, Lakeside Hospital, Cleveland, Ohio, by his presence would lift any brother just a bit higher in self appraisement, especially if that brother were the least bit informed on the history of Alpha Phi Alpha. Others present may not have been Alpha history makers as were Giles and Garvin, but in their home towns, and we dare say in the regions where they live and practice that their weight and importance are truly felt and highly appreciated. We wish that we could observe the beaming expressions and that we could join
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the Chapter brothers and the resident neighbors in their delights as they read the names of L. L. Patton of Psi Lambda, J. H. Howard of Xi Lambda, C. Waymond Reeves, Eta Lambda, W. H. M. Johnson and C. C. Ames, attending Urologist, Trinity Hospital and Associate Urologist of the Detroit Receiving Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, both of Gamma Lambda Chapter, Nathaniel Lamar, Eta Lambda, J. F. Laine, Alpha Lambda, Laine Clinic, Louisville, Kentucky, J. B. Walker of Akron, Ohio, N. Harry Barnes, Psi, President of the National Medical Association and Chauncey A. Jones, Xi Lambda. The number is, indeed, small, but upon it an institution of indisputable importance in the field of medicine could be built. It was men of this caliber that responded to the Alpha Nu Lambda invitation to attend a very informal smoker in the honor of Alpha Phi Alpha members in attendance at the twenty-fifth annual session of the John A. Andrew Clinical Society. Get out your Sphinx directory of the Alpha Phi Alpha chapters and note what a national cross section of the Negro race these men represent. We believe that no better opportunity could be afforded any organization to get a true picture of Negro Social, political and economic life than was possible at this smoker which as it proceeded itself into * semi-symposium on the Negro of the United States. Fully confident of the truthfulness of this assertion, we present the following analysis of brief talks by some of the visitors.
ALPHA PHI ALPHA Brother Garvin made a terse resume of some high points in the history of Alpha Phi Alpha. He apparently took his cue from the presence of Brother G. W. A. Scott, a co-convention attendant with him at Philadelphia in 1910. It was Brother Scott, a local brother, who worked assiduously with Brother Garvin to perfect the first definite and workable constitution of Alpha Phi Alpha. Garvin emphatically reflected upon the fact that the earlier gatherings and conventions were not of the present gala social types as are the present ones. They were occasions of work from four in the afternoon to four in the morning—one sitting, the setting up of a fraternity structure, in ritual, laws and bylaws in brotherly love and quality of manhood that would be a model for generations to come to emulate. And all around a Single bowl of punch and a few dozen cookies were these accomplishments effected.
SOCIAL PROBLEMS Brother Roscoe C. Giles, despite added years, still carries on in his fight for equality of opportunities for Negroes, as vigorously as he fought thru to the successful end of having himself admitted to all phases of the Cornell Medical School and the Cornell varsity crew squad thirty years ago. His life seems one of demanding justice and fair-play. His retaliatory refutation of pernicious propaganda enunciated by muckraking-degree-seeking-social hypocrite, who to gain need ed finance and cheap publicity, was forced to end a series of sinster lectures, falsely proclaimed to be conducted under the auspices of Chicago University. Brother Giles' onslaught begun by ingeniously gaining the floor of an adjourning Cornell Club meeting con(Please Turn to Page 20)
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At Beta Tau Inauguration, New Orleans
Bra Rayford Logan Addresses Pelicans By Wm. H. Gray, Jr., Contributing' Editor A glorious milestone in the history of Alpha Phi Alpha in the Pelican state was passed Sunday evening, March 29, with the termination of a two day initiatory ceremony celebrating the establishment of Beta Tau chapter at Xavier University. The First Initiatory Banquet, sponsored by the chapter and featured by the presence of Brother Rayford W. Logan, Educational Director, as guest speaker for the occasion, sounded the keynote for the New Orleans Convention of '37. Brother Logan brought a stirring and inspiring message to the huge gathering of fifty-six brothers. Appropiately discussing the theme. "What the General Organization Is Doing," the Atlanta Educator explained in detail the Go to High School Go to College Movement; the startling revelations brought about tlirough the investigations made of Federal Agencies by the fraternity; and the newly inaugurated Education for Citizenship program. Flinging a final and dramtic challenge, to the large group of Sigma Lambda brothers, who were in attendance to welcome the new initiates, Brother Logan cited that the Citizenship program was fundamental to the race's future well-being, and the privilege to vote as a member of any party as the paramount immediate need, which must be effected
regardless of statues and laws, and finally advising that, "man can circumvent any law made by man." The formal installation of the chapter was held at the residence of Brother A. P. Tureoud on Saturday afternoon as the initial program of the celebration. Brother F. L. Rousseve, professor at Xavier, secretary and a moving spirit in Sigma Lambda, and Brother Tureaud were authorized by Brother Charles W. Green, regional vice-president to effect the organization. The charter members of Beta Tau. who were previously connected with chapters elsewhere, included: Brothers Numan J. Rousseve, president; James D. Browne, vice-president; Giles 0. Wright, secretary; Elmaurice Miller, assistant secretary; Nathan Pitts, treasurer; Armand V. Boutte, Jr., chaplain; and Traverse Crawford, sergt-atarms. The establishment was immediately followed by the chapter's first initiation Saturday evening, during which the following neophytes were inducted into the light of Alphadom: Flloyd J. Baldwin, Harold J. Bouise, Alton M. Childs, Peter W. Clark, Francis M. Hammond, Archie T. Lecesne, Vincent R. Malveaux, Charles J. Patio, and James H. Taylor. Sunday •evening's banquet, held in the Xavier University cafeteria, furnished a beautiful and fitting (Please Turn to Page 40)
May, 1936 Page 12 THE SPHINX upon the needs of their acquiring a college education, SILVER CONVENTION ADDRESS and in bringing about the deluge of college attendance by this class of youth since 1920. In the course of time, BY BROTHER A. A. .TAYLOR I consider it a rare privilege to speak to brothers assembled in the Silver Convention of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Just as this organization is commemorating the twenty-fifth anniversary of its general convention, I am celebrating the twenty-fourth anniversary of my induction into the brotherhood. Throughout these years I have attended but three of our general conventions. I sat in a preliminary session of the Convention which assembled in Ann Arbor in 1911. I participated in a social function that preceded the Convention which met in Detroit in 192 5. I propose to attend all sessions of the Silver Convention. It is obvious, therefore, that I have evinced but little interest in the work of our national organization assembled in general convention. My attention has been focused upon the growth and development of local chapters with which I have been connected. At various times, I have been tremendously interested by the work of Epsilon, Alpha Zeta , Alpha Eta. and Tau Lambda chapters. As a result, I am greatly restricted in my effort to make a characteristic address. I know nothing of the practices of the fraternity as a national organization assembled in general convention. I can criticize specific developments of the fraternity's program in a general way only. I am circumscribed in my effort to make original practical suggestions for improvement because such suggestions may have been made either in this Convention or in another. Nevertheless, I have a few observations to make. I trust that they may be constructive. I hope that they may interest you. I assure you that they deeply challenge my own attention. It is needless for me to consider even briefly the historical development of Alpha Phi Alpha. No doubt the majority of you know t better than I. Our General President, Dr. Charles H. Wesley, has done admirable work in writing the history of the fraternity. No one in a brief address can even adequately summarize the careful research which this distinguished scholar has made and given to the world in his history of Alpha Phi Alpha. It is equally needless for me to make the trite statement that the fraternity has enjoyed an unusually sound and sane development. Indeed, the character of our successful growth is evidenced by the facts that we have lived significantly for twenty-nine years; that we count among our members a disproportionately large number of the intelligent, progressive national leaders of Negro thought and action; and that there are assembled here today in large numbers....educationists, scholars, teachers, lawyers, physicians, business executives, clergymen all busy men....for the purpose of developing further a constructive, challenging program. In my judgment it is entirely proper for me to consider in a fraternal address certain aspects of this program. At the outset I pay tribute to the fraternity because of its effective conduct of its first great social movement, the "Go to High School—Go to College" campaign. This movement, initiated at a time when the Negro college enrollment was small, has played a significant part in focussing the attention of Negro youth
however, the need for urging these youths to attend college lessened. Throughout the entire land, the problem tended to change. The fraternity concluded that the movement was not meeting the educational needs of Negro youth. The formulation of a broader program became necessary.
The fraternity has, therefore, seen fit to supplement rather than wholy to replace the "Go to High School —Go to College" campaign by "the "Education for Citizenship" movement. This movement, according to the chairman of our Educational Foundation, is designed to encourage active participation in the American government by Negroes of sufficient intelligence to play such a part. When the whole emphasis of education in this country has been not merely to develop personality but also to train for citizenship, it is obvious that this movement of our fraternity is a most happy and a most timely one. The establishment of the Alpha Phi Alpha Educational Foundation, having the purpose to assist in the encouragement, maintenance and development of scholarship among Negroes in the high schools, colleges, and universities and in the preparation of a leadership of character and attainments is in itself one of the greatest forward steps that this fraternity or any similar body representing a minority group can take. Other outstanding achievements of this fraternity are the establishment of a council on public policy and the movement to form a permanent endowment fund by means of making periodic investments in the securities of the United States Government. These movements and similar enterprises which our leaders have initiated and developed are evidences of their enlightened statesmanship. These projects, then, deserve the support of every Alpha Phi Alpha man who does not have sounder, more constructive, and more practicable substitutes to offer in lieu of them. The movements considered have the support of the fraternity. Others of importance challenge the body to action. It has been reported that less than onethird of the living members of Alpha Phi Alpha are, at the present time, financial with the general organization. If this report be true, the slogan, "Alpha Phi Alpha for Life," should be revitalized. Delinquent brothers must be reclaimed. The present system of reclamation must be reconstructed. Adequate machinery for the purpose of reclamation must be set up. In my judgment, the most practical, the most economical step we may take in this program is first to establish and maintain a full-time General Secretary. The value of an efficient full-time General Secretary is not to be debated. The real question is the practicability of the fraternity's maintaining such an officer now. It is admitted that the maintenance of such an officer will entail immediatey increased expenses. But a well paid, efficient General Secretary, devoting all of his energy, intelligence, and interest in the behalf of the fraternity should yield large dividends in the reclamation movement sooner than any other device that we are likely to utilize. The tenure of such an officer, moreover, should not be subjected to the uncertainties of partisan fraternal politics. The tenure of a full-time General (Please Turn to Page 22)
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Bro. Russell W. Smith, Acting Dean of Southern University Brother Russell W. Smith, who has been named Acting Dean of Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Brother Smith assumed his new position tin ough the absence of Brother Dr. Felton G. Clark, who is at present serving as Southeastern Regional Director of research for the United States Department of education. Brother Smith has been director of the Physics department at Southern since 1930. He received his baccalaureate degree from Wilberforce in 1921, the Master's degree from Howard in 1925. and has done further graduate study at the University of Pennsylvania. In 1919 he married the present Mrs. Beatrice C. Smith. Barbara and Russell, Jr., are the heirs from this union. Brother Smith is a sincere and active Alpha man, having been an organizer and the first president of Alpha Mu Lambda chapter at Knoxville. He was Inducted into Xi chapter, Wilberforce University.
ALCORN A. & M. MOVES FORWARD UNDER BROTHER Wm. H. BELL Youngest President Heads Oldest Land-Grant College Brother Bell, member of the Alpha Mu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, who has served as president of Alcorn A & M College for eighteen months, has met with much success during his tenure. Born in Sumter County, Alamaba, just 36 years ago, Brother Bell's achievements have been very phenomenal. Being elected president of Alcorn A & M College fame as recognition of his ability as a teacher and an administrator. While a student, Brother Bell's work was of a high degree of excellence, having finished high school and college with first honors. He did graduate work at the University of Chicago, 1923-24, and at Northwestern University 192 5-26, receiving the Master's degree in Economics from the latter institution. In his thesis: "Factors in Negro Migration Since 1865," a thorough analysis was made of the social and economic conditions of the Lower South. From 1926-30, he served on the faculty at Langston University as Dean of Men. Chairman of the Discipline Committe, Professor of Social Science, and Director of Summer School. In the fall of 1930, he accepted the Deanship of College Instruction and became Director of the Summer School at South Carolina A & M College, Orangeburg, and remained there until
BROTHER RUSSELL W. SMITH assuming his present position in September, 1934. Since assuming the presidency of Alcorn A & M College, the institution has made many forward steps toward accreditment. Three entirely new departments have been organized, and ten new masters have been added to the faculty. Prior to this year, there had never been more than eight masters on the faculty in any one year, but to date there are seventeen. Also, teachers' salaries will be raised next year. New library and science equipment amounting to ?10,000 has been bought, all buildings renovated and new power plant eqipment installed. Application for accreditment has been filed with the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, and it is hope that in the next meeting of the Association the college will receive favorable consideration at their hands. These, in addition to numerous other improvements, have been made at the college. The following are some of the outstanding organizations of which Brother Bell is a member: Educational Advisor, Policies Commission, National Education Association; Commission on Interracial Cooperation; Conference of Land-Grant College Presidents; South Carolina Association of Presidents, Deans and Registrars; (Please Turn to Page 16)
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Significant Alpha News BROTHER H. COUNCIL TRENHOLM, president of Alabama State College, Montgomery, Ala., has been appointed State Director of a W. P. A. Project for the study of "white collar" and skilled jobs for Negroes. The survey is being made in Montgomery, Mobile, and Birmingham, Ala. BROTHER EUGENE KINCKLE JONES, advisor on Negro Affairs, Washington, D. C, has been appointed advisory committee chairman on Negro Affairs at the Texas Centennial Exposition, World's Fair of 1936. which opens in Dallas June 6, closing November 29. The appointment was made by Dr. John W. Studebaker. United States Commissioner of Education, Washington, D. C.
BROTHER CHARLES H. HOUSTON, former Dean of Howard University, and at present Special Counsel for the N.A.A.C.P., was guest speaker in Memphis, Tenn., at an open forum, Sunday, April 19th', sponsored by the Pan-Hellenic Council, Lewis O. Swingler, president. For the Association, he is carrying a militant fight against discrimination at leading educational institutions of the country, and on various governmental projects.
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CHI BROTHERS TAKE HONORS AT MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE
BROTHER HARVEY KEARNS SUCCEEDS JESSE 0. THOMAS AS FIELD SECT'Y. The National Urban League of New York City has just announced that J. Harvey Kearns, (Alpha Phi Alpha Brother) has been appointed as Field Secretary of the Urban League, effective April 2 5. A part of Mr. Ream's duties will be to carry on the activities of Jesse O. Thomas, Southern Field Director, who is now on leave, serving as general manager of the Negro participation in the Texas Centennial Celebration. Brother Kearns was for twelve years with the Urban League organization, serving for five years as Executive Secretary of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin Urban League and for seven years as the Executive Secretary of the Omaha, Nebraska Urban League. While in Nebraska, Brother Kearns was an associate member of Beta Beta Chapter, University of Nebraska, and was appointed State Director Education in 192S by Brother Raymond Cannon, then Director of Education for the Fraternity.
In the College of Medicine, Brothers G. A. Galvin and Frank Clayton were the only two students of the entire student body to be selected for membership into Kappi Pi, honorary Medical Society. The requirements for initiation into this Society are: an average of (90) or above through the first semester of the junior year in medicine. Brother Galvin is president of Chi Chapter which office he has held for the past two years. He is a graduate of Howard University. At Howard Brother Galvin made a brilliant record. He was an honor student in chemistry, winning the Chi Rho Sigma key. He is the son of the Rev. and Mrs. A. A. Galvin, of Newport News, Va.
SIGNIFICANT ALPHA PHI ALPHA NEWS BROTHER RUSSELL WILFRID BROWN is making a splendid scholastic record in the graduate school of Iowa State College, and was recently initiated into Phi Kappa Phi National honorary scientific fraternity. Brother Brown is a former member of Beta Chapter, Howard University where he took his undergraduate work. He is a candidate for the Doctor's Degree at Iowa in Bacteriology, and is serving his second year as a member of the Research faculty of the college*
BRO. CLAYTON search in Patholog
Brother Clayton, son of Brother Dr. J. B. and Mrs. R. W. Clayton, of Roanoke, Va., attended and graduated from Knoxville College in 1933, receiving an A. B. Degree. He entered Meharry Medical College the fall of 1933 and was received into the fold of Alpha at Chi in 1934. Brother Clayton received a hundred dollar ($100) award for experimental rein 1935.
The following brothers in the senior dental class received honors: Brothers Frank C. Hayne, first prize in Prosthetic Dentistry for maintaining the highest average in that subject; Thomas C. Stowe, first prize in Operative Dentistry for maintaining the highest av(Please Turn to Page 31)
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Significant Alpha News WILBERFORCE HONOR STUDENTS
ALPHA PHI ALPHA TAKES HONORS AT TENN. A. & I. STATE COLLEGE Brother Jerald Howell, senior at Tennessee A. & I. State College, candidate for the bachelor's degree in June, broke the all-time record in the history of the institution by passing each of the four phases of the comprehensive examination in his major field, Agriculture, by leading with the highest mark in Husbandry, Poultry, Feeding, and Growing. Brother George Jefferson, after making the honor roll every quarter while at the institution, came through with the highest mark in his' comprehensive examination in his major field of Social Science.
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BRO. SMITH
BROTHERS JOSEPH ALLEN and JOSEPH SMITH, two Clevelanders, tied for highest scholastic honors at Wilberforce University, according to results announced at the Men's Honor Night, a quarterly occasion at which time awards are given to individuals, fraternities and dormitories who have excelled in scholastic 'endeavor. Smith and Allen had each maintained a 5.3 average (6.0 is perfect, while 5.0 corresponds to A). The two (Joes) are room-mates, both members of XI Chapter. Smith is president of the Junior Class, while Allen is president of the Alpha chapter. Both men are active in other extra-curricular activities such as Y. M. C. A., the Big Brothers Club, and the Men's Self Government Association. Smitn is a varsity center of the Wilberforce Basketball te:.m. Allen is a member of the University Debating Team and president of the Men's Senate.
Brother Howell is the son of Prof. G. T. Howell, of Columbia, Tenn. He has made honor roll ÂŤvery quarter since .his matriculation at the institution, and has been active in the Y. M. C. A. in which he was president. He also served as president of Beta Omicron Chapter, and headed several campus organizations. Brother George Jefferson is on a paid scholarship from Illinois in which state he was active in politics. While at Tennessee State, he has served as vice-president of Beta Omicron Chapter, and was a member of the 1935 debating team. "This is the first time in the history of Tennessee State that any student has successfully passed every one of the four phases of the examination in this field," one of the Agriculture professors remarked on Brother Howell's work. "Mr. Howell is a very brilliant student with possibilities second to none. His sincerity and hard work and determination to conclude his every started task is the direct result of his success and he has my hearty congratulations and best wishes."
BROTHER J. R. LILLARD, Western Regional Director and president of Beta Beta, Lincoln, Nebraska, is a senior at the University of Nebraska, and has gained distinction for being the only Colore! student ever to be taken into the University Players. He has made quite a name for himself as a dramatic player. Of his recent success in "Petrified Forest," the Lincoln Star, daily paper, had this to say:— "J. R. Lillard, playing the part of Pyles, a s usual turned in a brilliant performance. He is one of the few and far between members of the Players who can be relied upon at all times, regardless of the prominence of the part played." Lillard hails from Kansas City, Mo., the son of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Lillard.
BROTHER J. R. LILLARD
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FEATURE SECTION METAMORPHOSIS By James H. Taylor, Beta Tau Brother chairman, Brother Logan, and fellow brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha. Since I seem to be the only speaker among the Neophytes this evening. I would like to take this opportunity to •extend our thanks to the many brothers for the things they have done to-er,I mean, for us. We fully appreciate the honor you have given us in welcoming our group into this fraternity, and we are determined that all our future acts and deeds will be in conformity with the ideals and aims of Alphadom. We, the Neophytes, have found that before one can be recognized by the renowned Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, and before his name can sparkle on the glorious pages of its history, he must slowly but surely wend a solitary way through the valley of the shadow of Dog-Days. We have found that this is a dark and mysterious place, where everything is, yet nothing is seen; where everything is impossible, yet nothing is left undone. There is a prevailing bitter-sweet odor that chokes one so that he dares not speak; and a charm so potent fill3 the vale that all who enter even though they retain their human forms become dogs, dogs to the very heart. I want to give you a metamorphosis of one of the most obnoxious and brutal beasts ever to desecrate this Alpha soil Me. I was walking one morning with a very good friend of mine (you see, I judge them by the amount of misery they cause me) and he was unravelling a marvelous tale from Arabian Nights. He was telling of a land that was literally flowing with milk and honey, and it was mine for the asking. If one wanted milk, he could walk up, let her wear his frat-pin, and walk off with her too. Naturally, I was interested, ,and my mind quickly formulated a desire to get that milk. I got stung several times messing around with honey so I didn't want that.
• I started after the milk immediately; but, unfortunately, my precipitation had been too rash, and before I knew it, I stood shuddering with horror in the Valley of the Shadow of Dog-Days. It was only then that I realized that my elementary plan had been only an exuberance from an affluence of characteristic freshman effervesence. Terror reigned in my heart, and I looked with pity in my eyes toward my very, very, good friend: he had for me these words of encouragement, ...."You dirty Dog." You Scum-of-the-Earth." In truly doggish fashion, I felt much better ttiten, and I humbly vowed (with a little acute persuasion) to follow at his heels for the rest of my unworthy life. I had a desire to associate with some of my fellow dogs, and our very kind masters allowed us to romp,
run, and bark together. It was here that we had the "howlingest" time of all our sojourn in the Vale. But all is not happiness in any dog's life. Into each life some 'pain' must fall ,and the one besetting sin of Dog-Day Valley was the swinging branches of the Cypress trees. Of course, swinging Cypress won't do any harm unless one is dumb enough to back into it. But these dogs in the valley at that time had a very poetic soul and the sight of Cypress swinging in the moonlight affected us in a most thrilling and tingling manner, and filled us with an unconquerable desire to back up. I take pride in saying that we were the most prolific "backer-uppers" in all the Valley. Still, with our very, very, kind masters and our instincts to guide us, we backed straight through the Cypress into the light of a brighter, more brotherly human existence. After the rain comes peace and rest. and, as the punsters would have it, "The more rain, the more rest." Ours, gentlemen, is perfect peace. And as for our good masters who guarded, kept, and watched over us, as Brother Rousseve said, to make sure that we wouldn't in our ignorance stumble and hurt ourselves, we shall always have a grateful spot somewhere in our hearts and we shall always cherish a tender spot ...somewhere, gentlemen, somewhere.
ALPHA PHI ALPHA, FIRST AND ALWAYS One score and ten of swiftly moving years Have filed into the brief-case of the past Since Cornell U. gave birth to A-Phi-A, And on the Negro's trail new light was cast. A tiny cell, so was its structure then, Expanding with the ceaseless tramp of time Till now its traces fringe the college life Of many states, of varied soil and clime. The Alpha Pin, designed by Tandy's skill, Is worn o'er hearts of men throughout the land. The Seven Jewels, on its bosom laid, Gleam forth a spirit deep and true and grand. The Alpha Shield, by Dunn's conception wrought, Halts not at New York with its noble crest, But boasts its presence in the sunny South And wave-torn shores out in the Golden West. The Alpha Spirit, like a chain of steel, Encircles hearts and binds them tight as one, Described so well by this fraternal phrase, "Alpha Phi Alpha, first always in the sun. Sphinxman Arthur McLendon, Upsilon Chapter, Lawrence, Kansas.
BROTHER WM, H. BELL (Continued From Page 13) Palmetto State Teachers Association; National Association of Collegiate Deans and Registrars; Free and Accepted Masons; Methodist Episcopal Church; American Legion; and Mississippi Association of Teacher in Colored Schools. Brother Bell was initiated into Alpha Phi Alpha at Northwestern University in April, 1926.
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NEW ORLEANS—THE INTERESTING By Bro. Ferdinand L. Rousseve, Art Editor. 1. THE ST. LOUIS CATHEDRAL. INTRODUCTION. Each city, town, or village, no matter how pretentious or un-assuming in size or wealth, has certain spots all its own, certain places that live forever in the memory of its inhabitants and visitors....once pointed out. It is the purpose of this series to present a few of these 'spots' in and around New Orleans for the benefit of those brothers who will trek to this 'quaint old-world city in a modern setting' for the 1937 Convention, in the hope that at the end of its meeting their visit will have been beneficial from every stand-point as cultured men. To those brothers who have been here or who hail from these parts, it is our hope that t h e reviewing of these points of interest and special beauty will fill them with the long ing necessary to impel their return for the above mentioned event, if not before. "New Orleans, land of dreams"....a poetic phrase, but very significant when referring to this paradoxial pearl set in Mississippi mud, ,this city of contrasts: its deep-blue skies and brilliant sunshine; its noon-day warmth and evening coolness; its southern 'hospitality' and old-world culture; the hustle and matter-of-fact atmosphere of its business hours and the unearthly peace settling over it with the last dying purple of the sun and the faint odor of honeysuckles and night-jasmines coming to cast their spell on the unwary. Add to this general atmosphere the charm of pleasant company beneath the blue-green mellowness of a moonlight that is felt rather than seen, and one can easily understand our introductory phrase. A deeply religious city a mingling of Catholic, Protestant, and Jew and withal, a philosophy of life that is a mixture of Middle Age faith, recalling Cluniac influences, with a fatalism and an imperviousness to change that is certainly Oriental in origin the mo3t foreign of American cities, it nevertheless remains one of the most fervently loyal. These one can understand when one glances at the surface of its history: an Indian 'port,' then a French outpost to handle the rich fur trade of the Delta region (largely muskrat furs);
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its site recognized in 1699 by the expedition of the Sieur de Bienville; its founding in 1718, and its naming after the Duke of Orleans and Regent of France; its first flood in 1719, followed by a hurricane which practically destroyed it in 1722, events which introduced a line of catastrophes to teach this little center courage, humilty, and perseverance; its early years as a French c 'ty then its being ceded in secret pact to Spain by Louis XV in 17 62, with the feeling of hurt, insult, and anger that followed: its rule by Spain until 1801, and in the meantime, the great fires of 1788 and 1795, destroying again the work that had been done; its return to France in 1801; its purchase by the United States along with the Louisiana tract for fifteen million dollars in 1803. Under the American rule it has had many experiences, notably: the War of 1812, its Carnival's establishment as an important factor in its civic life, the War of the States, the World War.... all of which have mingled results with the preeeeding influences to produce this "land of dreams" and to keep it until the present day one of the most fascinating of cities; he to sit in the cloistered dream in fascination were for who could help but atmosphere of one of its famous courtyards while the fountain's trickle caught the reflected light of the sky in diamonddrops and harmonized its melody with that of the birds singing shyly in the lavender and green maze of wisterias covering the old brick walls? "One of the most interesting and beautiful spots of old New Orleans, the center of interest in the Vieux Carre ("Old Square," as the city was known), and Mecca of Catholic and tourist, is the St. Louis Cathedral facing Jackson Square (named after Andrew "Old Hickory" Jackson in tribute for saving the city in the War of 1812) famous for its historical as well as its religious importance. Built as a first Chapel in 1718 which was no more than a little cabin, nine years later, in 1727, it was rebuilt into a more beautiful, permanent structure of architectural interest, reminding one of the small French village churches tall center tower, wide sanctuary, side entrances and all. This little church became the pride of the settlement in it all their ceremonies were held, including baptisms of free people and slaves of color as (Please Turn to Page 18)
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(Continued From Page 17) well as the whites. It was repaired at least once and enlarged by the time of the Spanish rule. In 1785 the first Bishop, Father Cyrillo de Barcelona, functioned there as an Auxiliary Bishop; but it was not until 1793 that Louisiana became a separate diocese, and in 1795, Don Luise de Penalverj y Cardenas came in as first actual Bishop in charge, the parish church becoming the St. Louis Cathedral....so named in honor of St. Louis, King Louis IX of France, of Crusade fame. However, before the last events had come the great fires, and the. church was destroyed in 1788. The erection of the major part of the present edifice was due to the munificence of a Spanish nobleman, Don Andres Almonaster y Roxas, who furnished the funds and much of the inspiration and courage to the community to rebuild itself after this scourge. The church was completed in 1794. It presented the character of Spanish architecture, with its twin towers capped by bell-shaped spires, ,its horizontal lines and its flat roof with surrounding balustrade. In 1814 a central tower was added, harmonious in character with these at the sides. This collapsed in 1850 and so weakened the whole structure that it had to be fully repaired once more, as well as enlarged; however, it was not demolished for this purpose. At this time the whole facade was remodelled and the present spires added to replace the lower ones. After that time there were two more periods of repair: one in 1881, alter lightning struck the central tower; the other, during the World War, in the last years of Archbishop Blenk's episcopacy. He died in 1917, before the work was completed. Even more recently....within the last twelve months it has been gone over and renovated again, this last time the major part of the work having been done on its beautiful altar and on one or two of the frescoes which had suffered damage. So much for the general history of the building. While this is beauty in one sense, it serves as a background in another. To fully appreciate the charm of this edifice one must not be too critical architecturally, for, in that light it is not an outstanding world contriution. While it presents a striking and imposing spectacle, its proportions may not be all that great architecture would demand; it may not rival an early Christian Basilica or a Rheims Cathedral; but, seen from the afternoon quiet of Jackson Square, enframed by lazy banana leaves and other green foliage in abundance there, with the deep red of the southern sunset as its background the sky tone gradually changing as it rises to the summit of the central spire until it becomes the dark purple-blue of night and one can almost see the stars twinkling simultaneously as the sun is setting in a blaze of glory. Couple these with the pearl-like hues reflected back from the East, playing a symphony of color on its facade, as one watches there, spell-bound, awed, and one can begin to understand the beauty of the St. Louis Cathedral. Again, as one
slowly encircles the church, goes West through Orleans Alley better known as Pirate's Alley; passes along the rear of St. Anthony's Garden reputed as a duelling-ground in quadroon ball days, and comes out through Cloister Alley, one loses one's-self in the hazy shadows which unify the passages in a blue mistiness all their own and add to the impression of mystery, reverence, and romance over-hanging it all. As one passes into the interior, what soft color in jewel tones comes from stained glass windows and age-old frescoes on the walls and ceiling; what beauty of carved woodwork on the architectural gem of an altar in soft cream and gold, climaxing the axis of the nave, and further beautified by the soft red glow of the eternally burning sanctuary lamp. To appreciate all of these one does not have to be an artist a conoisseur....one needs only to look, to see. Further, one can see handcarved ironwork bespeaking the glory of old Negro handiwork coming down in tradition from African tribal days one can only look, "and marvel that such repressed peoples could have produced so much evident beauty in craftsmanship a tribute to a beauty of character and an inherent sense of balance, proportion, and rhythm that could not be stilled by the crack of a whip or the feel of cold metal around swollen wrists and ankles. And lastly, if one is fortunate and manages to attend one of the official ceremonies, one will discover further beauties religious, colorful, unforgettable, and accentuated by the harmonies of an ancient organ that seems to send tones up from nowhere, through one's soul after which one can but leave in silence and in dreams for true beauty is compelling majestic. -FinisFerdinand L. Rousseve, Art Editor. Sigma Lambda Chapter.
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TWO POEMS
By Bro. Ferdinand L, Rousseve, Art Editor SUNSET The sun Threw a torch Among the proud, dark pines Starting a bonfire That flared in the west.
* NOCTURNE A blue-white star Passed across my lonely horizon, Scattering diamond-dust in its path Only to lose itself In the purple darkness of the night!
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Alphas to Hold Special Convention In Los Angeles, Calif. Alpha Phi Alpha is promised one of the greatest conventions ever held when it convenes in Los Angeles during the month of August. Alpha Delta Chapter is eagerly and anxiously looking forward to the date which has been set for the 15th and 18th inclusive. Southern California has always boasted of its many beauties and places of interest. California is still the "Garden spot of America," from the mountains to the sÂŤa shore, and with its many beauties await with outstretched arms to bid you welcome. Extensive plans have been made by Alpha Delta Chapter with the many concentrated efforts of the many Committees working toward the one objective, I am sure no stone will be left unturned in making this a colossal affair and a tremendous success. The whole city of Los Angeles is cooperating from the Chamber of Commerce and Mayor to the individuals who are registering their homes with the Housing Committee. The University of Southern California which is the birth place of Alpha Delta Chapter, will be available for some of the meetings. It is expected that a large number will attend this special session as letters have already been coming in for early reservations. The wives of Alpha men will act as Hostesses to the convention, under the very able leadership of Mrs. Delia McDonald. They have worked very diligently to insure success. Plans have been made for visits to the mountains, the sea shore, a day at the San Diego Exposition to the various studios in Hollywood and also a boat ride to Catalina Island. There are many other places of Interest that will be visited by the fraternity as a whole. At this writing the Social Calendar is in the making, but you can bet your life, Alpha Phi Alpha will have a convention summer here in Los Angeles. Alpha Delta is taking this means of extending an invitation to all members of the fraternity and also urging that you send all reservations to the Housing Committee, 708 E. 48th Street, Los Angeles, California in order that no one may be caused any unnecessary inconvenience. The brothers will also be very glad to hear of Brother Perry Parks and Bill Brown receiving their student Pilot license with transport rating. They hope to put over plans for an air pageant for one day dining tire convention. Under the able guidance of Brother William Powell who has a very fine record as an instructor in Los Angeles Schools. Until the great day in August, Signing off, Edward Strong, Asso. Editor.
URGES FRATERNITY SUPPORT OF ANTI-LYNCHING BILL Dear Brothers: This office has been supplied with the latest information from the head-quarters of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People with reference to the proposed federal anti-lynching law which is now pending before congress. The following excerpts from a letter to this office from Mr. Walter White, Secretary, National Association or the Advancement of Colored People, adequately explains the situation. Paragraphs two and three clearly indicate what Alpha men should do about it: "The Democratic leadership is trying desperately to avoid a Caucus on the anti-lynching bill or on any other matter. But a clear-cut declaration of policy by the Democratic Caucus, in view of the fact that (a) there are 320 Democrats in the present House membership of 434, and two-thirds of them come from northern or border states; and (b) because of the south beIng solidly Democratic, such a declaration of policy will do more than anything else in putting the Democratic opponents of anti-lynching legislation on the defensive and in the minority. "There are two specific things which need to be done immediately. (1) to exert maximum of pressure on all Democratic Congressmen who have not signed the petition for a Caucus to get them to do so at once. Congressman Thomas F. Ford, of the 62nd California District, has the petition and copies can be signed in his office. " ( 2 ) Urge all Democratic Congressmen who favor the bill to make it their business to be present at the Caucus. We may be sure that all enemies of the bill, including such men as will be present at the Caucus to fight favorable action bitterly. If Congressmen favorable to the bill should be absent, it is possible that a two-thirds majority of those present may vote against a declaration of policy and thus bind all members of the Caucus to vote against the bill when it conies to the Floor. It is therefore of the utmost importance that tlrey be present at the Caucus." The effectiveness o.f Alpha men on previous issues before congress is now a matter of record and tradition. The chapters should dispatch telegrams to their Congressmen; and influential members of the fraternity, and other influential persons in your community should be acquainted with this situation and requested to act at once. With appreciation for previous cooperation, I am, Fraternally yours, Howard H. Long, Chairman Committee on Council on Public Opinion, 1112 G Irani St., N. W.
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ALPHA PHI ALPHA AT THE JOHN ANDREW CLINICAL SOCIETY (Continued From Page 10) tinued until all of the lecturer's falsities were disclosed and until Chicago University declared that the culprit would never be awarded the degree he sought at the hands of the University. With this picture plainly before the men, Giles, called for a more hearty support of social improvement movements of the Fraternity. He pleaded for us to "call the bluff" of institutions that say the Negro's economic condition makes him a financial problem to medical institutions, which after two years work by Negro medical students lose those students because of financial inabilities. Thus do such institutions declare the Negro medical student a problem and often the cause of the loss of whites who most likely would have been able to continue their courses to completion. From this expressed attitude of Giles it is obvious that he vigorously opposed the segregation imposed or sought to be imposed upon Negro Medics in different Institutions in the North. W. H. M. Johnson, reminded us of the fact that we had our problems in the South, and they had their prob lems in the North. Determined eTforts on the part of all are necessary for a sane solution of the difficulties. Preparation and fitness for life was urged thru the adoption and thru the acceptance of the best means available. Endeavor to defeat segregation, he urged. But if segregation there must be, then prepare to surmount the difficulties thru the provision of Negro created and Negro supported and manned hospitals that will provide facilities for the needed training. Their Trinity Hospital in Detroit is being developed with that end in view. Johnson was graciously seconded in his contentions by C. C. Ames of Detroit. Brother Ames was enthusiastic in his disillusionment of Southern conditions and treatment that he expected to find. Tuskegee Institute beyond hills of clay and expansive stretches of sand and a conductor asking, "Gentlemen, is there anything else that I can do for you?," frustrated all previously formed opinions. It remained for N. Harry Barnes to give the bright side of the picture: to indicate what it would all belike when the clouds began to disappear. Acknowledging discrimination in public places, hotels, theaters, and the like, despite laws, he informed us of the absence of professional as well as social segregation at the University of Pennsylvania. Co-educational in nature, the University of Pennsylvania permits it Negro and white students, not only to its mixed classes, but also to its variety of social activities. Negro doctors are, in Philadelphia, permitted to membership in the County Medical Society and by virtue of that membership are eligible to membership in the American Medical Society.
POLITICAL PROBLEMS As amazing as are the social and semi-professional accomplishments of Alpha, as depicted above, their political achievements are no less spectacular. C. Waymond Reeves centerd his discussions about the political progress of Negroes in Atlanta, Georgia. Negroes of that city have become unprecedently vote-conscious.
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Primarily responsible for this development is Brother Rayford Logan. From a list of Negro voters, numbering about 600, there are now about 3,00C registered Negro voters. This tremendous change has been wrought thru schools conducted or advised by Logan. Their aim has been to help the Negroes realize the potency and possibilities of voting. Their political power has reacted favorable to Negro general progress in Atlanta. Negro physicians constitute a weight proportion of the PWA medical project. This inter-racial group serves white and blacks, by and in and under the same medical facilities. So harmonious have been their relations that the Fulton County Medical Society without hesitation now invites the Negro physicians to their headquarters to take advantage of visiting lecturers in the medical field. Brother Brother Varnes' discussion also had political aspects. The powerful political influence of the Philadelphia Negro has brought him WPA recognition in its medical group is consulted. That consulation group is composed solely of Alpha Phi Alpha physicians. Their decisions and recommendations are final. Several young Negro doctors have as a consequence been appointed to quite remunerative positions. Politically, Kentucky, represented by Brother J. F. Laine, would not let herself be outdone. Laine did not, possibly on the account of the lack of time, tell of any particular benefits to the medics, thru politics, but he was extra-ordinarily effective in his relation of the election of William Anderson, an Alpha man to the Kentucky legislature. In office for only a short while, Brother Anderson has already succeeded in getting passed a law granting, to such persons who cannot get such training as they desire in the state schools of Kentucky, an annual scholarship of $175 to be used for such purpose elsewhere. This accomplishment, Brother Laine feels is but the forerunner of greater things to come. ALPHA PHI ALPHA (Future) We end, as we began, with Alpha Phi Alpha. The data for this ending was contributed by J. H. Howard. He extended generous commendation to the elders of Alpha Phi Alpha and concluded with the statement that tho young in the Fraternity he had been busy. He has, already, two sons in Alpha Phi Alpha and a third one peeping over the fence hoping to get in, he said, and if that isn't building up on organization he'd like to know why,
CONCLUSIONS In all of the above mentioned movements and accomplishments Alpha men were the motivating forces. In many instances they were and are the active agencies. IJ, no other way has it ever been made so efficient to local and visiting brothers how great and varied, as well as important, the ramifications of Alpha Phi Alpha are. The founders and those working close to them in those days of uncertain and difficult beginnings, cannot help but feel proud that tho they began under such great handicaps and discouragements, their efforts are today bearing fruit beyond their greatest expectations. E. E. Alexander. By George W. A. Scott, Gen. Vice Pres. of Alpha Phi Alpha 1910-1911.
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* * A T E * N I T Y rUAf DR.O.WILSON FRAT
Become a Humorist in Ten Lessons! (Three sample lessons exclusively for The Sphinx Educational Number) Don't be a Dolt! Be a Risibilitist! We teach you in ten easy lessons. Do you want to be a brilliant conversationlist, magnetic and personable as a public speaker, Do you want people to laugh with you or at you? Would you rather be a comedian or a humorist? Alpha men are supposed to radiate cheerful sparkling wit and personality. Take our course in Risibility and stop those half baked jokes from freezing on your face when you try to be funny. We have hundreds of testimonial letters from successful and satisfied students. Compare the Herbert Hoover of 1932 and his mangy joke about "two chickens in every pot" and his "prosperity around the corner" contribution to literary facetiousness with his latest smart crack on the radio when he smugly cooes "you have hearkened to New Deal blandishment so hereafter you, your children and your grand children will have many other radio fireside chats with the tax collector." Clever, don't you think? Now you college professors, barristers, counsellors, physicians, sociologist and all Alpha men in various fields, enroll now. Look these sample lessons.
Lesson No. 1 The first requirement of a humorist is the ability to instantly analyze a word, sentence or a situation to find in them humorous material. As an example, there was published in a popular Negro weekly in Baltimore a news item stating that a noted Indianapolis lawyer, member of the Indiana legislature and a stellar figure at the recent Alpha Convention was insulted in a Southern state while enroute to Florida for a short vacation. Brutal cracker officers rudely searched him, clambered all over his new stream lined Packard automobile, laughed at his protestations and refused to accept as authentic his deputy sheriff badge. ***After taking our course you would paraphrase the above item as follows: Sauve Hoosier Negro wearing a massive camel's hair overcoat, a picadilly collar and beribboned pince nez eye glasses, was interned by Alabama authorities when mistaken for a bootlegger and "number" baron. His freshly simonized auto, his tin detective badge nor his license cards bearing the name of one Henry Richardson availed him naught save derision until the attention of Lt. Governor Knight of Scottsboro ill fame was called to the man. After the confiscation of a small quantity of corn liquor, State police escorted him to the state line. Take poems. What do you hear and what do you see in them. Let us paraphrase a poem everyone knows from High Schools days: "The Boy stood on the Burning Deck." Our system reproduces it thus:
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WINTERS EDITOR.
The boy stood on the burning deck With her arms around his neck Oh how her juicy lips did beck The boy was burning, not the deck. In lesson one we always demand, first of all, that you admit your ignorance of the subject, in fact, admit your dumbness. Perhaps this will strike you as vulgar disregard for yor sensitive natures. You may be ,even now, resenting this frankness. Well, if you have read this far you have already admitted your dumbness so you may as well read the rest and learn how to further qualify yourself.
Lesson No. 2 Certain words, objects and personages predominate as sources of pun material. A series of single words will be analyzed. Take the word "bald headed man." Instantly our thoughts turn to this story the humorous value of which lies not in the thoHght of the bald headed man because they are common sight but the sudden quirk in the story sequence supplies the joke. Read it twice. The small boy in church was much interested in watching a bald headed man scratch the fringe of hair around the side of his head. The man kept it up so long that the boy finally reached over anV. said in a loud whisper, "Say mister, you'll never catch him that way. Why don't you run him out in the open?" Case No. 2 (Office Experience) Boss: "I had to fire my new stenographer." Clerk: "Didn't she have any experience?" Boss: "None at all. I told her to sit down and she looked around for a chair." Case No. 3 (Musical Culture) Three girls were enjoying a selection by the orchestra. "Isn't it divine! Wonder what they're playing? said Madge. "It's the 'Sextette from Lucia' announced Tillie, positively." "No, it's 'Tales from Hoffman," persisted Annabel. "I think you're both wrong," said Madge. "There's a sign up there; I'll go and see for myself!" She went and came back triumphant. "You're way off girls! It's the 'Refrain from Spitting' " Case No. 3 (Parking Problems) Road signs are frequently astonishingly prophetic. For example: "Beware—sott shoulders. "Dangerous Curves." "Men at Work." "Slow down—then go ahead." "Look out for children."
Lesson No, 3 Repartee of the kind that produces smiles, grins, then guffaws come from long study in exercises. You, too, can be able to hold the spot with your active and brilliant repartee. Case one. You are sitting in the lobby of a
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(Costinued from Page 21) hotel and a pretty girl passes by. "Who is the good looking dame," everybody whispers. Very nonchalantly you exclaim, "Oh she is only a tailor's daughter and she often takes fits." Case two. You see a plumber at work and your partner turns to and says. "They tell me he is quite an expert." You immediately reply, "yes he is a good plumber but he always forgets his wench. So the girl left him for a sailor and now she has a permanent wave." Now my dear readers the Association of Correspondence Schools prohibits our giving more than three free lessons so I will you a few problems for home work and close this lesson.
Home Work Problems Correct these sentences. 1. A delegate-at-large is a man who goes to conventions without taking his wife. 2. He broke his engagement because he heard his girl Winters In California but Falls anywhere. 3. She was only a photographer's daughter, but oh how she was developed. 4. My idea of an optimist is the girl who said she was going to get married and enjoy a rest. Act at once. Classes are limited. Cut out the clown in the Fraternity Fun cartoon and mail it to me along with your application and Grand Tax and Lesson No. 4 will be mailed out immediately. Diplomas will be awarded at New Orleans Convention Dec. 30, 1937.
ANNUAL FRATERNAL ADDRESS (Continued From Page 12) Secretary should be made as nearly permanent as is consistent with the fraternity's maintaining a means of stimulating him to his best endeavor. If a permanent, full-time General Secretary is one vital need of the fraternity in its campaign for reclaiming delinquent members, the placing of the editorship of The Sphinx without the range of fraternal politics is another. The Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity has attained a position of dignity and significance in fraternal circles that compels it to make the best possible public representation. The Sphinx is its official publication. It gives to the world the thought of the fraternity. Always, therefore, it should be edited by a man well trained in journalism. He should be given trained editorial assistants. He should be given an efficient business manager. He should be held to the highest standards of journalistic achievement. He should be retained in office as long as his services are satisfactory. Such an editor of our official publication, working in close co-operation with a permanent lulltime General Secretary, should be a most effective factor in making our reclamation program vital. Another matter of importance to me is the character of our initiation ceremonies. The last stages of the initiation process, as I have seen it administered is not only not objectionable, but it is most impressive and salutary. On the other hand, the first stages of the initiation lasting throughout a week are a disturbing factor in the school life of a student and in the intellec(Continued on Following Page)
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WARMTH OF FELLOWSHIP MARKS 24th ANNIVERSARY OF MU On April 2 6, members of Mu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha assembled at the home of Brother Earl Weber to pay tribute and to commemorate the founding of Mu Chapter at the University of Minnesota on April 12, 1912. The meeting was called to order by Brother John M. Patton, Secretary of Mu Chapter. Brother C. W. Washington introduced Brother John R. Lawrence. President, and gave a commendable account of the progress made by Mu under the leadership of Brother Lawrence. Brother Lawrence had the founders who were present to stand. They were: Brothers John H. Hickman Jr., Jasper Gibbs, Jr., Gale P. Hilyer, and Raymond W. Cannon. Brother L. C. Valle, who is also one of the founders, was not present but expressed his regret for not being able to be with the Chapter in person, although' he was with them in spirit. Brothers Earl Weber and Leon Smith read the many congratulatory messages from various sections of the country. They expressed encouragement, esteem, good will, and fellowship. The following excerpts are but a few of those received which" impressed all by their spirit of fraternalism: "Stoney may have been the road you've trod, but On heights which you have climbed has, no doubt. made you unmindful of the efforts to attain them." James A. Dunn (Designer of Alpha Phi Alpha Shield). "I am fully aware that you who have come after the early members have had similar struggles. The good-old-Alpha-spirit in your souls will lead you on to victory in your endeavors. It will keep you as human as the head of the Sphinx, as strong, as its body, and as firm as the foundation upon which it rests." Henry Lake Dickason.. "With the same feeling and interest which we have manifested in the past, we can say to our friends on this our twenty-fourth anniversary....Greater even than our distinguished record of the past, is our determined effort to render an even greater service in the future." Chauncey I. Cooper (President of Mu Chapter 1927). "May you keep ablaze the fires started by your founders a quarter of a century ago."....Oscar C. Brown. "A chapter that has stood as the frontier sentinel of the Alpha Phi Alpha through a period of twentyfour years have certainly won the right to felicitations from all who will come into knowledge of your fine piece of work." Chas. W. Greene (First Vice Pres.) "The golden days I spent in Mu Chapter are as Virgil aptly phrased it: "things of joy to recall." ....Henry Von Avery. "I rejoice with your Chapter in the scholarly attainments in the University at large, and in the individual colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy." N. A. Murray (Jewel). When we meet on this anniversary occasion, we honor ourselves in honoring our Founders. When we recall the idealism, the constructive leadership and the fraternal spirit which gave birth to the beginning and the continued development of Alpha Phi Alpha, we of (Continued on Following Page)
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24th ANNIV. MU CHAPTER FOUNDERS (Continued From Page 22) today should be inspired to live more worthly as we face present problems. Your Chapter should take particular pride in its gifts to the fraternity of one who has led in its expansion and its onward march as a leading member and a general officer in several administrations and w.hose loyalty to our ideals and purposes can never be doubted....I refer to our Brother Raymond W. Cannon." Charles H. Wesley (General President). "As we shall be first in Fraternity, so shall we transcend in all worth-while efforts. And so it is with Mu: First in scholarship at Minnesota; first in that Mu had one of the finest National Officers, that of General President, in Alpha history; first in that former members of Mu are the leaders in whatever community in which they find themselves." Howard B. Shepard. "May I say in conclusion that today Alpha Phi Alpha stands at the cross roads of public opinion. We are facing the problems of a new age and the dangers of a highly developed civilization. And it is just at this point that I would emphasize that Alpha Phi Alpha needs men, God-gifted men of character, purity, vigor and rare judgment. It is to you bi others of Mu Chapter, rich with the record of service, rich with the spiritual inheritance from your great leaders that we look for guidance down the stormy path of life's highway." Robert H. Ogle (Jewel). Brother William R. Simms, former president of Sphinx Club, expressed the appreciation of the club for the guidance and inspiration which the members had received from Alpha Phi Alpha. Brother Raymond W. Cannon sketched the history and growth of Mu Chapter. He related vividly how a College Club, Pi Alpha Tau, had become an integral and functioning part of Alpha Phi Alpha. He told of the hardships suffered by its members in its incipiency; how opposition came from Negro citizens of the Twin Cities, who thought that such an organization, being formed for Negroes, might lead to discriminatory practices by the University Administration. Nevertheless, Mu was established by Brother C. C. Middleton, and since that time has completely refuted the predictions of those who opposed its formation. From Mu have come more than one-hundred-thirty aspiring men who were inoculated with the spirit and soul of Alpha Phi Alpha. Pictures and records of the early formation of Mu were shown, depicting the growth of Mil in a impressive and concrete manner. Brother Jasper Gibbs Jr. spoke on REMINISCENCES. He related his story in a manner that was rich in sentiment, profound in suggestions, and tinctured with humor. Brother Gale P. Hilyer, one of the most instrumental founders of Mu, described the "original ten (in his RECOLLECTIONS.) So vivid was his description that one found himself asking, "What manner of men were these?" He told how the founders were bound together in high ideals and objectives; how they aided one another spiritually and financially. Brother Hilyer did not limit his remarks entirely to the past. He men-
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tioned qualities which were in accord with the principles of Alpha which would enable young men to achieve in life the success which would same qualities have brought to Alpha Phi Alpha. In substance, he said in concluding, "Do not be afraid to pioneer. We, as a race need more pioneers. It was pioneering that converted the open frontier of the northwest into what is called the 'bread basket' of the world. Do not be afraid to enter new fields." He mentioned the success of those who had had foresight and courage enough to venture into field not yet explored by the Negro. Perhaps one of the most sincere comments of the evening was that given by Brother John H. Hickman, Jr. He mestioned Alpha with something akin to religious fervor. Perseverence, reverence to God, and building for future generations were the keynote of his remarks. Brother Arnold B. Walker, formerly of Beta Beta at Lincoln, Nebr., and at one time active at Mu, and now affliated with Epsilon Lambda, extended greetings from his Chapter to Mu. Brother Walker spoke briefly but enthusiastically about Mu and his affiliation with Alpha Phi Alpha. He was very disappointed because he was not able to participate in the initiation of Brother William R. Simms. Brothers Hadley Hartshorn and Lawrence Whitman of Epsilon Lambda were also visiting Brothers. The spirit of the more mature members, such as Brothers Raymond Cannon, Gale P. Hilyer, Jasper Gibbs, and John H. Hickman, coupled with the spirit of the younger brothers, Walker and Lawrence leaves one in little doubt as to why Alpha Phi Alpha is FIRST. One minute silent tribute was paid to the deceased founders (Brother Nelson D. Ricks, R. C. McCullough, and Roy T. Scott). The meeting was concluded by the singing of the Alpha Phi Alpha Hymn. By Henry Robert Thomas.
ANNUAL FRATERNAL ADDRESS (Continued From Page 22) tual life of the institution in which the initiation takes place. I see no useful purpose being served in requiring a prospective member of a fraternity to remain up all night; to do work of menial character; to run the risk of bodily injury by being blindfolded, placed in an automobile and driven miles into the country, there to be left to find his way back to the college campus as best he may. It seems to me that these practices are absolutely unwarranted and wholly out of accord with the significant purposes of our fraternity. As a member of this fraternity, and as a college administrator interested in the development of youth, I should like to see general regulations enacted, governing and limiting the activities of the so-called "Hell Week." I should like also to see such1 regulations sufficiently inclusive as to control and limit thÂŤ character and amount of work that pledgees should be required to do for their prospective fraternity brothers. It seems to me that the dangers of "Hell Week" as exhibited in the character of initiations in some of our colleges and the work program laid out by fraternity men for prospective initiates exert a far-reaching destructive influence upon the men who are to be initiated. These practices cause some to (Pleas* Turn to Page 38)
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"WHY I CAME BACK TO THE FOLD" By Victor L. Gray, Contributing Editor Brother J. E. Oakes' article, "Why I Am Out of the Fold," in the February Sphinx, is deserving of extensive comment, both because of its frankness and applicability to a large number of lost brothers, and because of the vulnerability of those very arguments that have formed the excuse for their delinquency. I feel free to criticise these arguments because I, too, remained out of the fold for nearly ten years following my college days, for essentially the same reasons. But I came back. Brother Oakes complains that the lack of opportunity for Negroes in the business world, as personalities, leaves no room for expression for Alpha. It is true that failure to immediately realize the dreams that attended our early dajB in the Fraternity tends to make us wonder whether those days and dreams were not utterly without foundation; but can we cease to live because the niche of the outer world in which we find ourselves is not what we once imagined it would be? How can we maintain contact with the most abundant life we have ever known except through Alpha? Even at the predominately white State University of Kansas I found the most glorious days of my life. No doubt those who attended our own institutions found this doubly true. But in either instance, a major portion of that glory was traceable to our affiliation with Alpha Phi Alpha. The fact that life since college has held a number of bitter disappointments is all the more reason for our wanting to cling desperately to the fuller life we once knew. That same spirit which helped us through the tribulations of college days literally forming the mortar for the stones in ourcastles will prove the best available weapon with which to combat the even greater obstacles encountered in pursuing a career, whatever our chosen field. Alpha is its source. The men who, as the pick of the campus, formed our undergraduate chapters, now make up the graduate units of Alpha, and their fellowship is just as essential to our spiritual uplift now, in the struggle for existence, as it was during our former efforts to master the principles ot economics, science, medicine or law, under odds of a meagre allowance from home or the income from a small student job. Whatever our opportunities, we need the full force of our pelsonalilies to develop them. Let's not overlook that most significant element born of our college days. Having learned the futility of trying to live a full life apart from so important a phase of my existence, I have a special appreciation for the spiritual benefits derived since returning to the fold, some two years ago. I wonder, now that I'm back, how I along with so many others, remained blind for such a long time. Part of the blame might be laid at the door of the Fraternity itself. I am in hearty accord with Brother Hugh M. Gloster's criticism that the various chapters should make themselves felt, in keeping with the national organization's policy, as important factors in the racial and civic life of their several communities. Few who have ever known the true Alpha spirit
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would be permanently willing to remain on the sidelines while a thoroughly progressive chapter lead the way among various organizations in community accomplishments. Within such a chapter they would find ample opportunity for expression of the noble precepts of Alpha. It would appear, then, that our first duty as active members is to work toward the development of worthwhile chapter programs and see that such p.ograms are brought forceably and repeatedly to the attention of our wayward brothers. Some chapters seem to have become afflicted with a certain smugness assuming the attitude that brothers who have slipped away are not worthy of being urged to return. Perhaps an occasional smoker, to which delinquent brothers are invited, would prove effective in renewing a number of broken ties. Closer contact with undergraduate chapters might be found helpful in keeping the original spirit alive. Whatever methods are applied in support of the reclamation program, a sympathetic understanding of the lost brother's attitude, and a sincere willingness to extend a welcoming grip upon his return primary essentials for reporting a greater and stronger Alpha, next year at New Orleans.
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, Inc. Office of The Third Vice-President 337 W. 138th St., N. Y. City TO THE SECRETARIES OF ALL CHAPTERS: During May I understand that there are to be a large number of Alpha Phi Alpha men visiting New York City. Many Brothers will be attending the A. M. E. Conference. Eta, Alpha Gamma Lambda and Alpha Alpha Lambda Chapters invite all visiting Brothers to attend a smoker and get-to-gether on the evening of May 11th. This smoker will be held ae 10 p.m. at the Prince Hall Square Club, 115 West 131st Street. Please notify any Brother in your Chapter who will be attending this Convention. President Wesley and Secretary Evans are to be at this gathering. TO THE SECRETARIES OF CHAPTERS OF EASTERN JURISDICTION: The Brothers of Baltimore have made a request that all Chapters be furnished wth a schedule of the dates and locations of regular meetings and also tire dates of social functions of all Chapters located in the Eastern Jurisdiction. I think this is a very good plan for in many cases when a Brother is planning to visit a city he probably would like to visit an Alpha Phi Alpha meeting when possible. Therefore please send to me immediately the dates and locations of your meetings. I will prepare a schedule and send them out to all Chapters in our jurisdiction. Also if your Chapter is planning a social function during the spring, please include its date in your letter. Fraternally yours, Farrow R. Allen. Eastern Vice-President.
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^ VOICE OF THE SPHINX^ XI CHAPTER WILBERFORCE UNIVERSITY Wilberforce, Ohio. ALPHAS RECAPTURE HONORS AT WILBERFORCE Wilberforce. As the Winter Quarter at Wilberforce University was concluded, Dean of Men, Dr. William J. Madison, conducted the fourth quarterly session of the Men's Honor Night, at which time awards were given for scholastic excellence to the fraternity, the dormitory, and the individuals maintaining the highest averages. , ' i Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha won for the second time the beautiful Oaken Scholarship Plague which is given to the Greek-letter organization with the best rating. The "Apes" had maintained a 3.02 average for the quarter, which compared favorably with the 2.49 for Omega Psi Phi and 2.40 for Kappa Alpha Psi. By taking home for the second time this award, Alpha steps ahead of the other campus fraternities, each of which have won it once. The winners have but one more leg to go before this trophy becomes their permanent possession. Out of a total of 15 men receiving individual awards for scholarship, 7, or almost 50% were Alpha men, which in some measure explains the unusually wide margin separating the winners from the second highest. The list of those receiving individual awards follows: Joseph Allen, 5.3; Joseph Smith, 5.3; Lewis Barnes, 5.2; Theron Ames, 5.0; Hondron Hargrove, 5.0; Samuel Morris, 5.0; James Perdue, 5.0; Edward Richardson, 5.0; Benjamin Waugh, 4.8; Robert Whatiey, 4.8; David Raines, 4.6; Samuel Mickens, 4.6; D. S. D. Belliny, 4.5; Arthur Evans, 4.5; Horace Raines, 4.5. Emery Hall led in dormitory competition with a 2.37 average. O'Neill Hall was second with a 2.10, while the men of the campus averaged 2.00. Approved: Dr. William J. Madison, Dean of Men, Wilberforce University.
BETA BETA Nebraska University Greetings again to all Alpha brothers. We are certain all are engaged in the Citizenship Campaign with hopes of surpassing all previous efforts. Beta Beta is carrying on its campaign under the astute leadership of Bro. Howard Hatter, who hails from Sand Springs, Oklahoma. On the committee with Brother Hattter are Brothers Merle Herriford and P. M. E. Hill. We are planning on carrying our program over each leading community of the state of Nebraska. Brother Lillard, one of the Western Regional Directors, has just returned from an extended trip, contacting various chapters. Among these were Beta Lambda, Kansas City, and Upsilon, Kansas University, and Alpha Tau Lambda, Tulsa, Oklahoma.
An attempt has been made for a regional meeting in Kansas City of all chapters within a radius of two hundred miles. Brothers Lillard, Hatter, and Herriford were ranking scholastic students during last semester. The fraternity ranking was fourth among all of the Greek Letter Societies at Nebraska. Here's hoping for improvement this semester. Since few western chapters will be in a financial position to send delegates to Los Angeles, Calif., Director Tolly Harris and Director Lillard hope to formulate at a Regional Convention all the ideas and attitudes of the various chapters and carry them out. Also any petitions that may be presented by any of the chapters. The brothers are all preparing at this time of the season for activities of a two-fold nature, final "exams" and back work, and spring parties. Brother G. T. Bradford is doing some survey work on one of the Federal projects. Brother B. E. Squires is still achieving unprecedented success as Executive Secretary of the Omaha Urban League, and lending considerable aid to the Lincoln Urban League. The Sphinx roster is composed of Lovejoy Crawford, Omaha, Nebr; Roswell Cager, Forth Worth, Texas; Clyde Walton, Kansas City, Mo.; Alvin Wilks, Springfield, Mo., and William Glenn, Hope, Arkansas. All are doing exceedingly well scholastically. Glenn, Cager, and Wilks are also gaining distinction in the extracurricular activities at Nebraska University.
THE ALPHA HOUSE 4432 South Parkway Chicago, Illinois Theta and Xi Lambda chapters of Alpha Phi Alpha entertained more than 1200 persons at a mid-winter for mal party, Feb. 11 at Bacon's Casino. Bro. Howard Shepard, Chairman of the dance committee and those who assisted him were most gracious with hospitality. A floor show featuring many stars of local night clubs was presented. Following the floor show all the Alpha brothers formed in a huge circle and sang the fraternity song. Bro. Fletcher Henderson, Alpha Lambda, Atlanta, at the regular March meeting of the joint chapters, talked about "swing music." He started writing arrangements on a bet that he couldn't arrange music for his band. He chose "Hallelujah," the song hit of "Hit tire Deck," not knowing that this was a most difficult piece to arrange. He won his bet. Now he arranges .music for many of the leading dance bands of America. During his short stay in Chicago Bro. Henderson was the talk of the rhythm devotees of the town; so as a compliment to Brothers Fletcher and Horace Henderson, the Alpha men of Chicagoland turned out in full force to a brilliant cabaret party at the Terrace Garden on Mar. 20 from 11 to 3. They broughT their wives, sweet(Continued on Following Page)
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hearts and attachments and enjoyed themselves in real Alpha fashion. Dr. Francis H. Gow. native of Capetown, Africa, President of Bethel A. M. E. Institute dined at Alpha House and lectured on African culture on Mar. 28. At our March meeting Bro.' Randolph led a discussion upon the need for encouraging greater undergraduate activity and participation in the management of fraternity affairs. Attention was called to the tendency that has developed to make Alpha Phi Alpha an alumni organization thus alienating undergraduate enthusiasm. John V. McCormick, Ph. D., Dean, Law School, Loyola University, and Thomas V. Smith, Ph. D., Professor, Dept. of Philosophy, the University of Chicago, and State Senator representing the 5th district in the Illinois legislature, were dinner guests of the chapters at Alpha House Apr, 11, After dinner our guests conducted an open Forum on the subject:—Which Way Out For The Negro. The lively discussion which followed showed that Alpha men are thinking seriously about their civic responsibility. Theta and Xi Lambda sponsored a Founders' Day Celebration and banquet, April 2 5 to which Jewel George B. Kelley of Troy, N. Y., was invited as the speaker. More than 20'0 Alpha brothers of Chicagoland were expected to attend. Bro. Sydney P. Brown, chairman of the arrangements committee, assures a memorable occasion.
ALPHA ALPHA LAMBDA Newark, New Jersey Greetings: After too long an absence from the pages of Sphinxdom, Alpha Alpha Lambda again breaks into the papyrus of the Pride of Egypt. (We Hope). Alpha Alpha Lambda, Is a most typical graduate chapter offering a cross-section of Alpha material from near-Jewels to near-neophyte graduates. After a series of meetings and smokers, we have formulated a most vigorous and helpful program from the 1936-37 period. The New Deal in Alpha Alpha Lambda, under Ferdie Williams and his "Brain Buster" cabinet, have made excellent plans in spite of all. A smoker, April meeting, was the first of its objectives and its first success. Bros. Howell and Alexander, ace political giants in Jersey's arena, discussed at length, the relative position of the Negro in Jersey's school system. Bro. Alexander is of the opinion that we must build up a middle class for the race; that we are a race of extremes, too educated or not at all. From these and other spirited opinions. Alpha Alpha Lambda decided to investigate the best way to place Negro Teachers in Jersey schools and also to form a Scholastic Guidance Committee to guide grammar and high school students to courses which will help them to their goals, whatever they may be. But back to the program, we intend to have a varied social program for the summer and fall, running the gamut from summer dance to a nationally known artist in concert.
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Another of our aims is a closer connection for better cooperation between chapters of other fraternities in Newark. Before closing, we should like to extend our heartiest congratulations to our brother and neighboring chapter, Beta Alpha Lambda in Jersey City. Signing off. T. Colson Woody, Asso. Editor. Alpha Alpha Lambda.
ALPHA PI LAMBDA Winston-Salem, N. C. Greetings, Brothers in the Bond: Alpha Pi Lambda Chapter once again embraces the opportunity to send greetings to the brothers throughout the land through the official medium of The Sphinx. The last issue of The Sphinx was so splendid that we feel obligated as well as happy to again have the honor of contributing in a small measure to its excellence. Our chapter will again take an active part in observing Alpha Phi Alpha's week of educational activities. The Educational Committee, again under the able and inspirational leadership of Bro. J. W. Holmes, is making great plans to make this year's activities even more impressive than in the past. The special feature of our observance will again be the annual oratorical contest sponsored by our local chapter at the Atkins High School of which Bro. J. A. Carter is principal. Bro. G. Fisher Newell, who has so efficiently handled this contest in the four years since its inception, is again in charge, the success of the undertaking being thereby assured. As this letter is being written, the preliminaries have already been held and the eight finalists have been selected from the unusually large number of entrants. The speakers and their subjects are as follows: 1. Leonard Keaton—No. 1 The Progress of Negro in Highly Prejudice Areas. 2. Flavella Greene—No. 2 The Economic Potentalities of The Negro. 3. Stephany Brown—No. 3 The Negro In A Forty-Ninth State. i. James Peters—No. 4 How and Where The Negro Spends His Money. 5. Savannah Carter—No. 5 The Separate Schools and The Mixed Schools For Negro Children. 6. Hazel Galloway—No. 6 The Negro Group at Present as a Self-sustaining Unit. 7. Daisy Phillips—No. 7 The Progress of The Negro in Areas of Little or No Prejudice. 8. Lester Mason—No. 8 How The Negro Earns His Living. Music for the contest will be furnished by the CARL DITON CHORAL SOCIETY of Atkins High School. Bro. A. H. Anderson will preside at the contest for which a definite date has not been set. Details as to the results of this contest and information concerning our other activities during the observance will (Continued on Following Page)
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be forthcoming in a later issue of The Sphinx.
Special Activities of Individual Brothers: BRO. PRESIDENT J. O. ELLIS, recently appointed Regional Director, recently assisted at an initiation held by the undergraduate chapter of J. C. Smith University. He was accompanied by BRO. \TINY" HARRISSON" who gained much repute for his "activities" (luring the initiation. BROS. W. E. PITTS and HAROLD TAYLOR were members of the committee which directed the 2nd Annual City-Wide Drama Tournament which was held the first week of April. Brother Taylor also acted as stage manager with Bro. Pitts at his worthy assistant. BRO. J. W. HOLMES, Chairman of the Committee Literary and Musical Activities of Winston-Salem Teachers College Is receiving well-merited commendation for the great success of the ROLAND HAYES Recital which his committee sponsored on March 30. Owing to the illness of President Atkins of Teachers College, the recital was held in the auditorium of Columbian Heights School of which BRO. A. H. ANDERSON is principal. BRO. J .0. ELLIS ,a leading basketball official of this section was one of those selected to officiate in the Elimination Tournament of the Western Conference of the N. C. High School Athletic Association. BRO. J. A. CARTER is the proud possessor of a new car, a special-built Pontiac Eight Sedan. T'is a thing of beauty to behold. Bro. Dr. E. S. Wright has realized a long-cherish(>d ambition. He has at last found a home to his taste and is housekeeping. He and the "Madam" are very cosily and comfortably installed at 1431 Hattie Avenue. "Drop in on them." More ado about nothing later. Fraternally yours, Albert H. Anderson.
GAMMA CHAPTER Virginia Union University Gamma Chapter is at present sponsoring a popularity contest, ffhe purpose of the contest is to raise funds in order to award either a scholarship or an aid to a ranking student in the 1936 graduating class of Armstrong High School, this city. The funds are being raised through the sale of five cent votes by three representative young ladies who are contesting for the honor of "Miss Gamma." These young ladies are working quite diligently and the contest has all the earmarks of success, especially since this is the first year we have tried anything of this nature. Miss Lenora Willinette Coleman, having won the popularity contest sponsored by the chapter, has gained the title of "Miss Gamma" for 1936. She was awarded a sun- gold loving cup at the spring dance sponsored by the chapter May 1st. Miss Coleman is the daughter of Mrs. Mayrae H. Coleman, 900 North Harrison Street, Richmond, and member of Upsilon Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Sincerely, Allen H. Vessel Is.
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Alpha Chi chapter extends its heartiest felicitations to all brothers in Alpha. Alpha Chi is continuing its chapter activities in the same progressive spirit which brought the Balfour and Alpha Kappa Alpha trophies to its coffers. The chapter's basketball team won the inter-fraternal championship without the loss of a single game, thus giving Alpha Chi its second undefeated quintet in the last three years. The gold and black tossers of Alpha Chi scored an average of 39 points per game as compared with 16 points per game registered by their opponents. The team's play was feaI by the offensive work of Brother Edwards and Spliinxman Murphy, who, together scored over onehalf of the team's points. The remarkable play of Spliinxman Francis in retrieving the ball from opponent's backboard and whose height was an important factor in giving Alpha Chi control of the ball, and the defensive work of Brothers Nicholson and Ellison was outstanding. The team was coached by Brother Cecil Adams. Socially Alpha Chi has not been idle. On Aprid 4, the chapter gave its annual dance. The affair was formal but was minus much' of the stiffness which characterizes such affairs. The dignified Foyer of Jubilee Hall was decorated with palms ann black and gold lamps, which furnished a soft, mellow lighting effect for the Greeks. The orchestra gave excellent interpretations of the new "swing music" which is sweeping the country. During the intermission period a refreshing punch was served, after which the brothers sang the fraternity hymn with the gusto of a group of neophytes. The chapter wishes to welcome neophyte brother James Gibbs who recently saw the light of Alpha. In the same spirit the chapter extends its heartiest welcome to the most recent additions to the Sphinx Club —Little brothers: Leroy Anderson, Ralph Amerson, Edward Kennel, Mack Carleton, B. Franklin Murphy, Henry Hall, Robert Hendricks, Nathaniel Parker, John May, and Alfred Williams. Alpha Chi is looking forward to its Annual Educational Week celebration at which time it hopes to contribute its share toward making this great movement another of the great successes which have made Alpha Phi Alpha a vital force in the lives of Negro college men. Fraternally yours. Donald C. Reed, Associate Editor to Sphinx.
UPSILON CHAPTER University of Kansas Upsilon was fortunate in having two representatives at the Silver Convention in Nashville, Tennessee. They were Brothers Joe Spotts, University of Kansas, and James Beck, now head of Chemistry Department at Lane College, Jackson, Tennessee. The work done by them was favorable. Through their efforts, Upsilon has had her charter extended to Kansas State College at Manhattan, Kansas, and Kansas State Teachers College at Pittsburg, Kansas. (Continued on Following Page)
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Upsilon Chapter plans to present a program during the Education For Citizenship Week at the Lawrence Sunday Evening Forum. We also intend to contribute some numbers to the Musical Revue, "Phantasy in Black and Gold," which is sponsored by Beta Lambda Chapter,and which will be given in the Music Hall of the New K. C. Municipal Auditorium on May 21. Brother Guion Bluford led Upsilon Chapter is scholarship last semester. Brother Bluford is a Senior Engineer. Brothers Thomas Jackson, Biology Major, and Dowdal Davis, Fine Arts Major, tied for second. Brother Donald Ferguson is exemplifying the spirit of Alpha Phi Alpha by at last being admitted to the Sophomore Class of the Kansas University Medical School at the Medical branch in Kansas City, Kans. This is an accomplishment because Ire is the first Negro to enter these portals in many years. Brothers graduating from the University of Kansas this spring are Dowdal H. Davis, Jr., A. B. Art; Joseph C. Spotts, A. B. Art; Robert H. Jordan, A. B. Zoology; Thomas C. Jackson, A. B. Entymology; Arthur Pullam, A. B. Zoology; Ernest Brown, A. B. Sociology; Guion S. Bluford, Mechanical Engineering; and Donald Beatty, M. A. History, who this semester started work on his Ph. D. Brother John Wiley, Jr., a Junior in Journalism, left school to accept the position of Assistant Editor of a newspaper in Atlanta, Ga. We hope he will establish fraternity contacts there. On the night of March 7, three Neophytes stepped within the inner circle. They were Brothers Maurice L. Abernathy, William L. Spearman, and William Fowler. The Sphinx Club of Upsilon ha3 many talented members. Arthur McLendon, President, is a poet of no mean ability. His Poem, "Alpha Phi Alpha, First and Always," appears in this issue, Lloyd Groves, possessed with a mellow tenor voice, advanced to the finals of the K. C. Star's Amateur Contest by a splendid rendition of "Moon Glow." Thomas McLaurian is a tap dancer of some ability. Other members of the Sphinx Club are Ephram Ewing, Ralph Bush, Noel Alsbrook, Neldon Groves, and James Trlbue, Upsilon was able to produce a basket ball team which had a very successful season, only losing one game out of four. Members of the first team were Brothers Thomas Jackson, Donald Beatty, Robert Jordan, Ezra Greer, and Ernest Brown. Brother Francis Herndon is Director of Athletics. We look forward to a successful tennis season. Plans are being made of our Annual Spring Party which will be held in the beautiful ballroom of the University of Kansas on May 8. We hope to swing this affair in true Alpha style. Yours for a bigger and better fraternity. Thomas C. Jackson Maurice LeGrande Abernathy Associate Editors of The Sphinx.
May, 1936 PHI LAMBDA CHAPTER Raleigh, North Carolina
Phi Lambda Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity in Raleigh, N. C , is having a very successful year under the leadership of its aggressive President, Bro. H. C. Perrin, and its faithful and efficient secretary, Bro. Chas. H. Boyer, with the combined efforts of the other officers and members. Officers for this year in addition to the above named are: Brothers E. A. Johnson, V. Pies.; R. L. Lynch; Treas.; Newell D. Eason, Asst. S e c ; Roger O'Kelly, Historian; B. F. Quarles, Chaplain. Other active members are: Brothers M. W. Akins, H. L. Trigg, Wm. B. Wicker, A. T. White, Jr., E. C. Harton, Randolph Jones, D. F. Walker, R. A. Toole, John E. Payne. Of this number, some are professors in colleges, others are principals of high schools, and some are doing well in the business world. Bro. H. L. Trigg, Inspector of Negro High Schools of North Carolina, has been loaned to the Government and is working on a Survey of Negro Eudcation under Dr. Calliver in Washington. There are other brothers in this section of the State who are too far away for regular attendance, but visit our meeting occasionally. We were represented this year at the Annual Convention in Nashville, Tenn., by Bro. N. D. Eason. Meetings are held at the houses of the Brothers twice monthly at one of which a social repast and smoker are indulged in. Thus far we have had for our hosts, Bros. Trigg, Boyer and Lynch; Bros. E. A. Johnson aad A. T. White, Jr.; Bros. R. Carroll, Jr., and A. A. Jones; and Bros. W. B. Inborden and H I. FontellisNanton. Our Annual Affair, given on St. Valentine's Day, Feb. 14th, was the social event of the season. In our more serious vein, we have begun a project of establishing an "Alpha Book Shelf" in the libraries of the high schools in the Eastern section of the State beginning with those in which Alpha Brothers are working. The books to be given are to be on the Negro and as far as possible by Negro writers. For this year we are starting with "A Brief History of the Negro Race" by Dr. Brawley, and books have been awarded to the Washington High School, Raleigh, Bro. M. A. Akins, principal; the Berry O' Kelly School, Method, N. C.; Bro. E. A. Johnson, principal; Edenton High School, Bro. D. F. Walker, Principal and the Lee County Training School, Bro. W. B. Wicker, principal. It is our plan to added a book from year to year to each of these schools and to add other schools later. Thus we hope to stimulate and nourish race pride in pupils. This is our goal for the year. Charles H. Boyer, Secretary Phi Lambda Chapter.
SPECIAL CONVENTION IN LOS ANGLES, CALIF. AUG. 1 5 - 1 8 , 1936 For Transportation Information, write Brother Joseph H. B. Evans, General Secretary, 101 8. Street, N. W. Washington, D. C.
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Beta Pi Chapter-Lane College
First Eow—(Front) left to right, Melvin Taylor, John Bowden, Eobert Eivers, Charles Johnson, and Wilson Graves; Second Eow—Jim Walker, Ottis Burrow, Prof. J. T. Beck, Egar Clay, and Bobbie Collins; Third Eow —Oharles Berry, William Womack, T. J. Eobinson, and James Granberry; Fourth Eow—Paul Fowlkes, Prof. Bertram Carauthers, and Eex Curry.
BETA PI At Lane College With the advent of the year of nineteen-thirty-six, evidences of progress have left their imprint by the establishment of the Beta Pi Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., on the campus of Lane College, February twenty-first, nineteen and thirty-six. The founding of this chapter was by Brothers J. T. Beck and Bertram Carthers, who, through their frugality, perserverance, and Ideal inspiration, are solely responsible for its institution and are serving as untarnished gems in activating the newly made members of this said chapter. With these founders, the members of the Chapter are also aware of the service rendered by Brothers of Alpha Delta Lambda, graduate chapter and Beta Xi Undergraduate chapter of LeMoyne College in MemPhis, who were very instrumental in carrying out impressive initiatory ceremonies. Two of the group who were very active were Thomas H. Hayes, Jr., and J. L. Williams. The Beta Pi Chapter consists of fifteen members. The officers and members are: Brothers
Charles Berry, President; William Womack, Vice President; Artis Burrows, Recording Secretary; Wilson Graves, Corresponding Secretary; T.J.Robinson, Treasurer; Edgar Clay, Sphinx Editor; James Granberry, Sergeant-at-Arms; James Walker, Chaplain; and John Bowden, King of Freshmen. Brothers Robert Rivers, Rex Curry, Paul Fowlkes, Charles Johnson, John Collins, and Melvin Taylor complete the roster of our official Chapter. We have been encircled by loye, truth, fidelity, and sacred honor of the spiiit of the fraternity; and, with expressive sentiments, the Beta Pi Chapter, being the latest to join the circle of the mystic shrine of fraternalism, sends greetings to our many Brothers of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Since the organization of the fraternity, the active members have assumed full responsibility and obligation in a very forceful manner. There have been many laudable expressions uttered by the President, Dean, and other members of the College faculty along with many congratulatory remarks made by the general student-body. Such' comments serve as prime incentives for individual motivation and an endeavor toward chapter equality and supremacy in the completion of our setting-up. A grand reception of the Beta Pi Chap-
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ter was given by Alpha Gamma Chapter of the Sorority. This social reception was enjoyed and increased our respect for a similar organization which entails such ideal principles and moral precepts as we ourselves are pursuing. The chapter has recently organized a Sphinx Club of thirty Sphinx Member.-. The officers and members are: Leon Buck, President; Chester Kirkendall, Secretary; Chester Barnes, Treasur; J. D. Abram, Chaplain; and Thomas Norman, Sergeant-at-Arms. There is also among the Sphinx members the football • Captain for the school season of nineteen-thirty six, "Duce" Forte, who played the game well during the past season, which bespeaks his ability for such meritorious position and to which he has so duly been elected. We, as members of Beta Pi, are especially p.oud of the scholastic improvement shown by many of our fraternity Brothers during the past quarter. Some of their averages are as follows: Brothers Otis Burrows, 2.06; John Bowden, 2.14; Charle3 Berry. 2.18; Wilson Graves, 2.43; and Edgar Clay, 2.43 points. As members of the fraternity, we are all striving to carry out the aims and ideals so sacredly involved, and we will continue to pursue that goal. As Alpha men, we rejoice that other fraternities have brilliant men. At the same time, we recognize them according to their merit, and therefore may we proclaim our happiness in belonging to the best of all and to you we extend best wishe and prosperity. We remain Fraternally yours. Edgar Clay, Chapter Editor.
NU LAMBDA NEWS We bring to all brothers greetings and salutations from Nu Lambda at Virginia Sta.e College. Our chapter has been functioning in a grand manner throughout this year. For example, Bio. Harry W. Roberts represented Nu Lambda in Nashville Xmas, and of course reported that the convention would be hard to beat. We made a tangible donation to a struggling ••ivie organization of Petersburg. Bro. J. E. Settle headed up a committee in giving a bazaar for the Student Loan Fund at our college. Bro. L. H. Foster led a discussion in a recent meeting on jury service in the South and related a few personal experiences as a juror in Chesterfield County (first Negro to serve in 3 decades) Bro. G. E. Owens (the Boake Carter or Lowell Thomas of our group) livened up our last meeting with news comments of the day. These and other features have been able to get and keep together the 14 brothers of Nu Lambda. Plans are in the making to have one of this group represent us in New Orleans at the next regular convention. So, so long till then. Jas. B. Cephas. NEWS BULLETIN: The R. R. McDaniels announce that the little 8 pounds of heaven that was delivered to them in mid-winter is doing nicely and ha3 already attempted to express a desire to be initiated into the good fold of Alpha men.
May, 1936 ALPHA ETA LAMBDA
Greetings, Brothers! After some months of silence with reference to these pages, Alpha Eta Lambda wishes to bring assurances of continued progress and loyalty to the principles as set forth by the founders of our Alpha Phi Alpha. Our President, Brother E. 0. Smith is enjoying his second year as pilot of the good ship Alpha Eta Lambda. Through his guidance, the chapter played a great part in interesting the Houston, Texas Negro public in becoming vote conscious in a recent election that was held in Houston. We boast of a fine clientele composed of eighteen brothers who are in key positions in the Prairie View College district and twenty-two brothers who stand out from the crowd within the Houston district. Signal honors have recently been bestowed upon us by the recent appointment of B.-other L. A. Potts, director of the Department of Agriculture at Prairie View College, to head government agricultural survey work among Negroes of a district surrounding and including Texas and Oklahoma. His headquarters are at Houston. We are proud of Brother R. O'Hara Lanier who heads the work at the Houston University College for Negroes. His philosophy on Negro needs and education together with his schemes for putting them over has made him constantly in demand by the Texas public. His greatest asset seems to be his public defense of raco loyalty. Brother E. B. Evans, the chapter treasurer, has been appointed to act as Director of Agriculture at Prairie View during the absence of Brother Potts. Brother George W. Reeves, our efficient secretary and former southwestern regional director of the citizenship campaign is to speak on Mother's day at the Samuel Houston College, Austin, Texas, as guest of Beta Z'eta. Without his ability to handle details, we wonder what would become of our heavy correspondence and finances. He is assisted by Brother W. JVL Booker. Brother John W. Davis, Jr., is National Director of the "Go to High School—Go to College" movement. Without further dictum we may say that the interest of Alpha Eta Lambda is local, state and national, touching the problems of furnishing scholarships, campaigning for the appointment of worthy brothers to high positions and carrying out in detail the program as laid down by our national set us. The chapter meetings are held monthly, alternating between Prairie View and Houston on the first Saturday in each month. Brothers T. P. Dooley will act as host at our May meeting. Promising more news of our chapter in succeeding issues of the Sphinx an 1 appreciating the honor most recently bestow-1 upon me as chapter editor I remain, Fraternally yours, J. N. Freeman, Jr. Editor to Sphinx.
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Niagara Falls, N. Y.
By LEE L. BROWN Alpha Lambda has been forging ahead, our enrollment has been increased, members seem more interested than ever before. We are very pleased in this issue to make mention of two of our members who have merited great honor and praise. I have reference to the Honorable Chas. W. Anderson, who was elected to a seat in Kentucky Legislature. Brother Anderson was seated by a unanimous vote of Republicans and Democrats, he has been treated with all of the courtesy possible and placed upon some very important Commutes. He introduced a bill that will force the Commonwealth of Kentucky to contribute $175.00 per year towards the education of any youth' who desires to pursue a course in Kentucky. If there is not such a school in Kentucky, he will be permitted to go out of the state at the expense of the state. Mr. Anderson delivered an address before the Kentucky Negro Educational Association during April.
Rho Lambda under the leadership of Brother President A. D. Price is showing keen activity as a chapter and the men invidually are proving themselves of real community worth. Preparation is complete for the spring formal to be held April 2 3. Brother Robert Edwards is directing with distinguished success what is reported to be the only Negro Marionette group in the country and as far as this writer knows in the world. A special Negro orchestra of 12 pieces in a part of the unit. The unit has played to more than 600,000 school children. Outstanding is the presentation of "The Life of Stephen Foster," for which there has been such great demand that it has been presented daily over an extended period. Brother Dr. Charles B. Hayes is making sound steady progress in Niagara Falls. Dr. Hayes has the confidence and respect of the colored people and as should be by his skill and excellent service he is winning the confidence of the entire community. Brother James L. Robinson, insurance broker, is building a splendid business in Buffalo, Rochester and Niagara Falls. It is a happy thing to report that Brother Robinson has no color prejudice and he is proving that a general business with entire communities as the field is not only very profitable but pleasing and inspiring.
Louisville, Ky.
Rev. Frank M. Reid, Pastor of the Qulnn Chapel Church, Louisville, who is aspiring for a seat on the Bishop's Bench of the A. M. E. Church is a member of Alpha Lambda Chapter. He is a graduate of Wilberforce
and one of the leading pastors of the A.M.E. connection. Alpha brothers who w e r e members of the A. M.E. Church and delegates to t h e General Conference in New York city have promised t o give every possible assistance to Brother Reid in his ascent to the Bishopric.
Brother William L. Evans, Buffalo Urban League, is rendering exceedingly valuable service in the city of Buffalo. Brother Evans truckles and compromises on no question and with unanswerable information replies to the prejudice and misinformed. His leadership of the Clef Club, a group of trained singers, an extra program activity, has been a thing of joy. The singers have a deservedly fine reputation in Buffalo and Niagara Falls. Buffalo has in Brother Evans a man who does not take the easy, but the right way. Selah. Other thumb nail histories will follow.
PICTORIAL EDITION October, 1 9 3 6 Send pictures, copy to reach Sphinx ojficeby September IS, 1936
DEADLINE SEPT. 15 Lewis O. Swingler, Editor '•"XKK~XK«XK"X«<"X"X^«X«<~X<«X"X"X"X«<"X«»>'
REV. FRANK M. REID S. Vincent Owens, has charge of the U. S. Employment office here in Louisville, he also was in charge of similiar work in Atlanta. Dr. J. A. C. Lattimore prominent in Medical circles throughout the country was Chairman of the Negro Health Week recently conducted in Louisville.
CHI BROTHERS TAKE HONORS AT MEHARRY (Continued From Page 14) erage in that subject. These brothers have truly made enviable records in their departments and for this reason Chi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha is duly proud. May the good worts of these brothers continune to reflect honor and glory on Alpha.
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Brother Lloyd Lionel Gaines, has been refused admission to the Missouri University Law School. He has brought a suit to force the University to admit him. Brother Gaines is being represented by Brother Attorney Sidney Redmon of this city and Brother Attorney Charles H. Houston, Special Counsel Of the N. A. A. C. P. Brother Lloyd Lionel Gaines was born in Oxford. Mississippi, March 3, 1911. He attended the St. Louis Public Schools and graduated from the Vaahon High School in 1931. He attended Stowe College and later transfeired to Lincoln University. He graduated from Lincoln University in 1935. At Vashon he was very active in exracurricula activities. He was president of the Vashon Patrol, and also of the Honor Society. He was also Valedictorian of his class. In his senior year in high school, he won a ?250 cash prize for his essay entitled, "The United States' Inspection of Meat." At the end of his fi.st year at Stowe, he received a prize scholarship award which was given by the University Club to the freshmen who had maintained the highest average. He received one of the Curator's Scholarships upon entering Lincoln University. There he ranked high in scholarship and also filled a mirabe.' of o with credit. He was selected as Lincoln University's representative to the Negro Economic Congress. Brother Gaines is a young man of fine scholarship, great determination and of the highest courage. No finer Standard Bearer, could be found to represent the Negro youth in this test case which bid to rank second only to the Died Scott Case in Its importance to the Negroes of Missouri. Brother Sidney Redman has been appointed to the board of directors of the N. A. A. C. P. Brother Redmon, who is a graduate of Talladega College and of Harvard University, has come to the front rapidly. He is now rated as one of the outstanding lawyers of this section. He is assoicated with Brother Charles H. Houston in the fight to force the State University to open its doors to Negro students. A smoker was held at the Ostende Club in honor of Brother Charles H. Houston who was in St. Louis in interest of the Gaines Suit. Among the brothers present were Brother President, Blache, Brother Silas Garner, Brother Sidney Redmon, Brother Joseph McLemore, Brother Arnett Lindsay, Brother Luther Merry, Brother John Benson, Brother Ernest Harris, Jr., Brother Milton Thompson, Brother T. G. Benjamin. Bother Arnold Walker, Brother Sidney Williams and Brother Henry S. Williams. The Annual Meeting of the Department of Superintendents brought to town a large number of distinguished Alphas. Among them were: Brothers Joseph H. B. Evans of the United States Department of the Interior; J. R. E. Lee, President of the Florida A. and M. College; John Davis, President of West Virginia State College; H. C. Trenholm, President of Alabama State; Dr. Charles Thompson and Doxey Wilkerson of the Howard University Department of Education; Henninburg, Personnel Director of Tuskegee; Albeit Robinson, principal of the Experimental High School of Atlanta University; John Hodge, Principal of the Sumner High School of Kansas City, Kans.; H. O. Cook,
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Principal of the Lincoln High School of Kansas City, Missouri; Dr. Scrugg, Supervisor of the Kansas City, Kansas Schools; and Joseph Collins, Principal of the North East Junior High School of Kansas City, Kans. A number of visitors were present at the February meeting, several of whom spoke. Brother Joseph H. B. Evans spoke concerning the policies of the Federal Government and their effect upon the economic status of the Negro. Brother John Hodge brought greetings from the Kansas City Chapter and Brother Doxey Wilkerson brought greetings from Howard University. Brother Sidney Williams has been loaned by the National Urban League to the Federal Government to supervise a survey of the Negro white collar workeri of Missouri. Brother Leonard Taylor is assisting him. Brother Williams has also been made regional director to fill the vacancy made by the death of Brother 0. thel Roberts. Henry S. Williams.
DELTA LAMBDA Baltimore, Md. Out of the vast silence has hitherto surrounded Delta Lambda, comes a cordial greeting to every Brother in Alpha Phi Alpha. We send a special message to the chapters in New C l e a n s . Although they defeated us in our bid for the 1937 convention, we extend to them sincerest wishes for the greatest convention in Alpha history. Recently, Delta Lambda and Beta Alpha chapters were visited by General President Wesley, Gene.al Secretary Evans, Vice President Allen, and Regional Director Lawson. The suggestion contained in a recent communication from Bro. Evan's office regarding a regional compilation of meeting and social dates, was offered at this meeting. We are certain that every Brother present at the meeting enjoyed this intimate contact with the administration. Friday, May 1, Delta Lambda gave its annual prom, which is unquestionably Baltimore's outstanding social event. Brother Dorsey of Beta Alpha, ably assisted by Brother C. C. Jackson of Delta Lambda, more than upheld our reputation for decorative effects. As the feature of our citizenship campaign, we presented Brother Patterson, President of Tuskegee Institute, on Sunday, May 10. Bro. Patterson gave an exceedingly interesting address to an enthusiastic audience. Delta Lambda is proud of the fact that through efforts of Brother Connor, Chairman of our campaign committee, it was able to arrange the initial appearance in Baltimore of such an outstanding Brother. Delta Lembda was saddened as a result of the recent death of the son of Brother Page. The chapter united as a whole in sending to Brother Page an expression of sympathy. We were all agreeably surprised by the recent announcement of the marriage In 1933 of Brother Frank Veney. Mrs. Veney holds an important position on the nursing force at Provident Hospital. We wish for them a long and happy marriage and several sturdy youths to carry on the name of Veney in Alpha. Brother Thurgood Marshall, who was most intimately associated with the University of Maryland case, is now actively engaged in a similar legal battle with the school board of Baltimore County, Maryland.
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The Brothers in Alpha can rest assured that under Brother Marshall's able an energetic leadership, the struggle will not have been vain. As it contribution to Negro Health Week, Delta Lambda last year donated a cup to be presented the winner of the Marathon run which is the climax of the week in Baltimore. The cup becomes the permanent possession of anyone winning the race three times. Brother George Lyles was chairman of the 1936 campaign and efficiently assisted by Brother C. C. Jackson, presented as outstanding event. Once again Alpha leads because to date, we have been the only fraternal organization to materialy assist this worthy endeavor. De:ta Lambda looks forward to the presentation of a program more ambitious than ever undertaken since the mind of the oldest man in this chapter runneth nut to the contrary. We are now perfecting plan tiesigned to successfully carry out this project. We note that ether chapters have enjoyed remarkabe resulU from such a group. We intend to excell all previous ei .oeavors.
ALPHA TAU LAMBDA Tulsa, Olka. Greetings Brothers: â&#x20AC;&#x201D; I send greetings to the brothers of Theta of Chicago, Mu of the Twin Cities, Beta Kappa of Langston University, and Beta Beta of the University of Nebraska. This comes from brother Bob Fairchild. I have been out of the fold since graduation. 01(1 man "a tough row to hoe" caught me, and I had to stand until the break came. I am now financial and active, and I am mighty glad to be again. I assure you brothers I shall do everything to remain active. Since the first of the year 1936, the following brothers have become active and financial. They are brothers, Jesse Lee Greadington, Lloyd H. Williams, Julius Moran, former general president of Alpha Phi Alpha, L. L. McGee, S. D. McCree, and W. E. Anderson. It was through the persistent persuasion of brother Clyde L. Cole, that these brothers have become financial and active. Brother Cole has given the chapter his undivided interest and has proved to be an ardent worker. The following brothers are active and financial with Alpha Tau Lambda. They are: T. W. Harris, president, Willie Combs, vice-pres., J. Tyler Smith, secretary, F. Melvin Payne, Treasurer, E. W. South, chaplain, Archie Morgan, sergeant-at-arms, Clyde L. Cole. associate editor of The Sphinx, E. W. Clark, J. T. A. West, James A. Rounce, R. C. Bryant, Horace Hughes, Fred Parker, E. W. Woods, Lloyd H. Williams, S. D. McCree, Julius A. Moran, Jesse L. Greadington, Clifford A. Lythcot, Robert L. Fairchild, R. B. Taylor, F. D. Moon, Lee Arthur Ward, Williams L. Brown, E. E. Weaver, William H. Elliot, W. E. Anderson, L. L. McGee. We are happy to report that we have this number of financial and active brothers. Alpha Tau Lambda is doing everything to maintain the standards which' have been set by Alpha. This chapter is leading in every walk of life. As time goes by, each article for The Sphinx is written, there will be given a partial list of the brothers of this chapter, and the positions they hold. Several social events have been sponsored by the
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brothers. These events are financed by the brothers in this manner. About four brothers create a pool by contributing fifty to sixty cents each; The total amount is used to purchase the eats. A home of one of the brothers is used for the occasion. The first of these social events for the new year 1936 was sponsored in the home of brother E. W. Clarke. The following brothers: C. L. Cole, E. W. Clarke, F. M. Payne and J. T. A. West contributed for the good cause of the occasion. A keen interest was manifested in the game of "pokeno." Brother Archie Morgan was the heavy winner. We ate the repast which had been carefully prepared by the brothers and we had a good time. Another social event sponsored by the brothers was held Friday, March 13, 1936. This social event was held in the home of brother H. S. Hughes. The following brothel's contributed to the good cause, H. S. Hughes, Archie Morgan, Fred Parker, R. C. Bryant, and T. W. Harris. During this event, the brothers of Alpha Tau Lambda had as guest, brothers E. E. Weaver, F. D. Moon, Lillard Ashley, W. E. Hill of Shawnee. At the close of the State Tournament, Saturday, March 14, 1936, Alpha Tau Lambda presented to Kermit Thompson a beautiful trophy for being the outstanding senior participating in the basket ball tournament of the State of Oklahoma. Brother J. T. A. West was recently elected president of the Oklahoma Negro Teacher's Association. He will hold office for the period of 1936-1937. Alpha Tau Lambda is proud of this brother for the position he holds. We wish him good luck and success. Alpha Tau Lambda gave brother Clifford Lythcot a life membership. This year and each subsequent year the grand tax of brother Lythcot will be paid by the chapter. Brother Ljthcot is a charter member of Alpha Tau Lambda. Recently, brother Lythcot lost his eyesight. The chapter feels that no better consideration can be shown the brother than to give him a life membership. Brother W. E. Anderson, principal of the Separate Schools of Okmulgee has been reclaimed. We are also happy to report that the former general president of Alpha Phi Alpha. L. L. McGee was reclaimed a few days ago. It is thought he became financial and activp with the chapter, because the chapter is the proud winner of the McGee Cup. Mind you brother, every effort is being exercised to keep the cup. The brothers of Alpha Tau Lambda met with brothers F. D. Moon, Weaver, Elliot, Brown, and others in a social event in Wewoka, Oklahoma, April 10, 1936. The following brothers who attended this social event, returned, complimenting the entertaining hosts. The first brother I saw after the social event was Julius Moran. He says, "Plenty to eat, and a well prepared social event. I had an enjoyable time." Brother J. Tyler Smith Eays, "A delightfully prepared banquet, with fried chicken. Over thirty brothers from over the state attended. Two new applications were presented. One brother, W. E. Hill of Shawnee, also of the chapter at Wiley University, was reclaimed from the wandering fold. Brother, Bob, you missed a real treat." Brother T. W. Harris says, "It was a social event which characterizes the Alpha Spirit. Brother DeKovan French was master of ceremonies. Brother Cayne
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Chandler of Shawnee, states that he wanted to be a part of the chapter, Alpha Tau Lambda, but seems that the chapter is for the brothers of Tulsa, rather than the state Oklahoma. He was shown that his point of view was incorrect." Just a word to the graduate brothers out of the fold in the State of Oklahoma. The chapter located in Tulsa is for all of the brothers in the State Oklahoma. Consult some of the brothers of the chapter concerning the financial plan. I am sure you will agree that the plan will serve you. The program for the educational program of the Go-To-High School—Go-To-College Campaign is being planned. .Many outstanding feats will be carried out. Brother H. S. Hughes is director of the Educational campaign this year. Brother T. C. Fletcher, Supervisor of N. Y. A. of the State of Oklahoma is in the State. We appreciate his presence and invite him to visit us. Let us hear from you, brothers. The meeting date of Alpha Tau Lambda is the second • Sunday of each month. The meeting place is the Booker Washington High School, Tulsa, Oklahoma. Get in touch with the secretary of the. chapter, and he will inform you of all the called meetings. Yours Fraternally, C. L. Cole, Associate Editor of Sphinx.
ALPHA OMICRON CHAPTER Johnson C. Smith University Alpha Omicron Chapter sends greetings to the Brothers of Alp.hadom and the graduate Brothers of Alp'ia Omicron. The Alpha Omicron Chapter has had a very successful year thus far. The highest rating for scholarship for the school year, among the four National Greek Letter Fraternities of this school, went to the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Brother H. Eaton, captain of the basketball team, promises to keep the C.I.A.A. Tennis Championship, singles and doubles, at Johnson C. Smith University this year. Brother H. C. Duga will take Harmon Fitch's place in the double matches, along with two other members of the squad. There were five pledges who were very fortunate in crossing the burning sands during "Hell Week": namely, Neophyte Brothers: Robert A. Smith, Peyton Manning, Winthrop Boulware, Earnest Mattison, and J. Lash (of Livingstone College). All of the above named men are very active in campus activities. The Chapter, consisting of nine Brothers, is small in number, but in every activity of student control, it holds its own. We advocate that QUALITY and not QUANTITY is the primary factor for determining the best in anything. With similar aims and ideas; to unite them under the same bond and principle, to live together each day, exchanging attitudes and thoughts, is the best way of exemplifying unity in intellectual strength and power. With best wishes for much success in your work, I am, Fraternally yours, Claude E. Sloan, Editor to Sphinx.
May, 1936 BETA UPSILON Montgomery, Ala.
Greetings Brothers: The Beta Upsilon Lambda Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity had the distinction of being the last chapter to be organized in the year 1934 and at this writing this chapter is one year and twenty-four days old. We feel that this chapter has made a very definite amount of progress over this period and with the new plans for 1936, we hope to be second to none. The Bet?. Upsilon Chapter has made much contact in the city of Montgomery and the State of Alabama by its members being affiliated with church and school organizations and community welfare groups. It is the aim of this organization to instill into the minds of all who come in contact with members of this group what Alpha men represent. The organization has been responsible for sponsoring three gala social occasions at the Imperial Club of this city: A Charter Ball, a Fall Ball and a Dawn Dance for the visiting brothers and guests from all sections of the country who came to witness the Tuskegee-Alabama State football game on Thanksgiving. Many visiting brothers were present from Birmingham, Atlanta, Tuskegee, Kentucky, Tennessee, Illinois, Mich igan and all joining sections of Montgomery, Alabama. The Beta Upsilon Lambda Chapter was quite fortunate this year in having two brothers to transfer to this chapter from graduate chapters in person of Brother Harold White McCoo Jrom Birmingham and Brother Cohn T. Simpson from New Orleans, La., both of these brothers are working in Montgomery. The graduate chapter at this writing is working on the organization of the Sphinx Club which will serve as a nucleus for the undergraduate chapter which is to be set up at State Teachers College in the v«ry near future. The chapter was represented at the National Convention by Brother Harold W. McCoo and H. C. Trenholm. Reports coming from these brothers were very favorable in regards to the progess of the National Convention. The chapter had a visit from the National Secretary in November. Much was gained from the discussion given by him. The following brothers we're, elected as officers for 1936: G. Herbert Lockhart, President; C. Johnson Dunn, Vice President; Nathan E. Langford, Secretary; J. Garrick Hardy, Assistant Secretary; Albert Fews, Treasurer, Rufus A. Lewis, Sergeant at Arms, Will (Bill) Nixon, Chaplain. (Members of the chapter are: Augusta Frazier, Harold W. McCoo, Cohn T. Simpson and H. C. Trenholm. The brothers of this chapter heartily endorse the program which the National Organization has set up for the year of 1936. We are behind the National Organization, 100%. J. Garrick Hardy, Asst. Sec'y. Beta Upsilon Lambda Chapter.
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Bluefield State Teachers College
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Kappa Chapter's Brother Jesse Owens was a recent visitor and speaker at Bluefield State Teachers College. He gave a liberal address to the assembly which was received well. After assembly, he was escorted to the home of Brother and Mrs. W. C. Matney where he was feted by Beta Theta. Goodwill and brotherhood marked the gathering throughout the entire length of the affair and all went home after singing our dear hymn. Brother Owens was on an "Inspirational and Educational Tour" of the State during the National Negro Health Week and was arrainged here by the Negro State Board of Education under Mr. I. J. K. "VVells. Brothers Flippen and Mitchell were recent visitors
Dear Brothers: This is our first opportunity of the jear to let the brothers know what we are doing. Brothers in Phi Lambda are determined to make this a prosperous year. At no time in the history of the chapter has the Alpha spirit been so pronounced and sincere. Our first meeting was to elect officers for the ensuing year. Brother H. C. Perrin, Professor of Chemistry at Shaw University, was elected to the presidency. He succeeds our honored brother H. L. Trigg, who has been called to Washington as associate director of vocational survey, Department of Interior. Brother Perrin's helpmates are as follows: Bro. E. A. Johnson, Vice-president; Bro. C. H. Boyer, Dean of St. Augustine's College, Secretary; Bro. N. D. Eason, Corresponding Secretary; Bro. R. L. Lynch, Treasurer; Bro. Ben Quarles, Chaplain, Bro. O'Kelly, Historian. The fraternity .has initiated an Alpha book shelf in seven of the high schools in the vicinity of Raleigh. The chapter has set aside a fund out of which it plans to purchase books about and by Negroes, to be placed on the shelves in the libraries of these high schools. The Silver Convention granted a charter Beta Rho to Shaw University and the Phi Lambda chapter is making preparation to set the chapter up, A word should be said here about our good brother C. H. Boyer who is Dean of St. Augustine's College. He has served faithfully and most efficiently the fraternity as secretary, and president and is again secretary. He never tires of working for the fraternity. We are proud of the service that he has rendered the fraternity and the race. He is a rare spirit. The Phi Lambda chapter is doing great work in reclaiming delinquent brothers. Two years ago we had three financial brothers. Now we have eleven and the prospects of getting three more financial soon. Phi Lambda has at last found itself, and has determined to put forth one continuous effort to exemplify the altruistic ideals of Alpha Phi Alpha for fellowship and service. So, the good ship Alpha is steadily and surely being steered by our able officers along the paths that lead to better citizens and a more respected race. Success to all,
to West Virginia State College where they helped welcome into the fold of Alpha Phi Alpha six initiate Brothers of Alpha Zeta Chapter. Beta Theta plans an interesting series of activities for Educational Week. Chief among them will be the sending of chapter members to each1 High School in Mercer and McDowell Counties to make addresses and urge high school students to higher scholastic aims. Brother Bethel is Chairman of the committee for the program and is being helped by all Brothers to make this project a success. Five initiates from last semester who are taking a huge interest in Beta Theta activities are: Charles Vernon Brock, William A. Davis, Robrt L. Gunn, Matthew U. Johnson and Joseph W. Perry. Brothers Johnson, Gunn and Perry are letter men from last years football squad and have hopes for another successful year on the squad. Brother Brock holds the position of Managing Editor of the "Bluefieldian" and does rather well. Brother Davis manages to get by, by being the best doxologist in the chapter. Beta Theta takes this means of welcoming our three new chapters into the fold of Alpha-dom and wish for them many years of success in fostering the aims of Alpha Phi Alpha. Brother Isaiah Woodard of D. C, spent the Easter holidays in Lawrenceville, Virginia holding hands with •••well, it isn't proper to tell on a Brother. Brother Woodward graduates in June and may matriculate at Dntke University in the fall. The local chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi had its annual Prom April 10th and thanks to Polecat-ism, all Alpha Brothers in attendance had an enjoyable time. They aren't so bad, after all, are they, Brothers? The chapter roster now reads thus: George E. Barbour, Othneil N. Bethel, Charles V. Brock, James A. Calloway, William Chappell, William A. Davis, John T. P1 »PPen, Robert L. Gunn, Matthew U. Johnson, Richard w - Johnson, Harry L. Joyce, Charles L. Martin, Arthur M - Mitchell, Jr., Joseph W. Perry, Milton Spear, Leo. G ste P h e n s , and Isaiah A. Woodward.
Newell Dwight Eason, Corr. Sec'y.
BETA GAMMA CHAPTER Virginia State College BETA GAMMA SPEAKS: — Many moons have waxed and waned since Beta Gamma's Brothers have sent greetings to those Brothers of other chapters. Like the mighty Sphinx the Brothers have been silent but not inactive. Last fall Beta Gamma started a banner year by initiating eleven new brothers into the fold. Those who saw the light were: Brothers Linwood D. Graves, Moorestown, Tenn.; George Bennett, Haddonfield, N. J.; George L. Chambers, Norristown, Pa.; Jack H. Robinson, Beatrix F. Lawson, Claiborne Craddock, all of Philadelphia, Pa.; Elederick Myers, Cleveland, O.; Harry Thornton, Pittsburgh, Pa.; Harry E. Savage,
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Newport News, Va.; John Lathen, Woodridge, N. J.; and Douglas Cooley, Marion, Va. Following these great ceremonies last December the chapter sponsored a campus wide popularity contest for the benefit of charity. At the end of three weeks, (Dec. 18th) Miss Helen E. Reld of New York City was adjudged by popular ballot the queen of the college. She gained the coveted title, Miss Virginia State, and was awarded a beautiful silver loving cup by Beta Gamma, emblematic of the victory- The proceeds from this drive, approximating nearly $30.00, was used to purchase Xmas baskets for the poor colored families of the neighboring districts of the college. Our next big stroke was the invitation to our dear friend and Brother, Charles H. Houston, special counsel for the N. A. A. C. P., to conduct an open forum to impress upon the student body the proceedings of the N.A.A.C.P. in its fight of equal rights in Education for the Negro, where Negroes are barred from State Universities. A large and enthusiastic gathering welcomed Dean Houston's visit to the college. In the true spirit of fraternalism, as is common to all good Alpha brothers an "octet" of brothers from Beta Gamma have set out to bless the world with song. In a repertoire of numbers that include everything from spirituals to popular melodies these "Eight Bells of Harmony" have made themselves known to the radio public as "The Aristocrats of Song, broadcasting every Saturday morning at 11:15 a.m. over station WRVA, Richmond, Va. The octet includes: Brothers, Roger D. Russell, Hugh. H. Smythe, George H. Sims. George Bennett and Harry E. Savage, tenors; Charles "Duke Wartman and John Lathen, baritones; George H. Jones and James T. Robinson, basses. Brother "Duke" Wartman accompanies the group at the Stelnway while Brother Harry Savage arranges the selections. Not to be outdone, Beta Gamma still holds the front rank in nearly every mayor campus activity. In song:— Added to the mighty Aristocrats of song, all of whom are members of the college choir, glee olub or both, we have Brothers Malcom Davis, Gerald Norman and James Simpson chanting in the choir and glee club. Furthermore, The Virginia Statesman, the college student publication, has for its editor the scholarly Brother Leon M. Snead, capably assisted by Brothers Thomas D. Pawley, Gerald F. Norman, Herman RBranson, managing, news and feature editors respectively, and Charles "Jimmy" Shields, sports commentator. In Athletics:— Football claims Brothers Graves, Craddock and Jeter, who also puts the "shot" for the track team, while Tornton and Shields are Beta Gamma's other track representatives. In Basketball Brothe "Wally" Griffin's "certain crip shots" and "Gunner" Symthe's long shots electrify the crowds. And of all things State has been fortunate enough to have Brother Gerald F. Norman, the nationally known racquet star, along with "Jimmy" Robinson represent her in tennis. Last but not least the scholastic attainments which the founders of Alpha Phi Alpha so nobly admired have not been lacking to Brothers of Beta Gamma.
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Brother Herman R. Branson our genius in Mathematical Physics hopes to make some startling discoveries in the field of Bio-Physics as a research scholar at the University of Cincinnati upon his graduation from Va. State. He spent his first two college years a t the University of Pittsburgh. Since matriculating at State he has maintained an "A" average in all of his subjects, most of which have been pure science and mathematics. Brothers Smythe and Graves, two of his classmates are also men of exceptional scholarship. Brother Pawley's two-quarter reign on the "A" honor roll has proven to Brother Branson that a record of five "A's " and one " B " shows that he is slipping. Collectively the Brothers still hold that margin of superiority in scholarship above the other groups. This is no little achievement when it must be remembered that there are " t h i r t y " brothers in Beta Gamma chapter. The election of officers for this year left the following brothers on the spot:— Thomas D. Pawley, Jr., President; George H. Sims, Vice-President and Educational Director; Leon M. Snead, Recording Secretary; Charles C. Shields, Jr., Corresponding Secretary and Associate Editor of The Sphinx; Rudolph Jeter, Treasurer; Armour G. McDaniel, Sergeant-atArms and ChapIain; Walter T. Griffin, Advisor to The Sphinx Club. So that's how Beta Gamma Speaks! ! Charles C. Shields, Jr. Associate Editor of The Sphinx.
OMICRON CHAPTER Pittsburgh, Pa. Grettings to All Brothers: — On the evening of the 21st of February, Omicron Chapter celebrated its 23rd Anniversary. The chapter was set upon 1913 at the University of Pittsburgh. A closed formal ball was held in the Pythian Temple and a large number of graduate brothers from Alpha Omicron Lambda helped us to make the affair a success. After the dance, a large number of brothers went to Max Thompson's house for a breakfast party. It was a big evening and the brothers are still reminiscing. Brother Orvil Fleming, Robert Rucker and Henry McCollough graduated from the University of Pittsburgh this past February. Congratulations. Here's wishing you a great amount of success. Brother Fleming has accepted a position in New York with the New York Curb Exchange. Brother McCollough has been appointed as Boys Secretary at the Pittsburgh Y.M.C.A. on Centre Ave. My how success comes to these brothers so soon. Congratulations is in order to Omicron. You asked me why? Well listen to this. Out of the seventeen Fraternities located at Pitt, Omicron ranked second scholastically with an average of 1.47. Keep up the good work brothers and keep that position or go into first place. I forgot to mention in my last article that Brother Thomas Smith of Omicron has been appointed Executive Secretary of the Y.M.C.A. in Oakland, California. If you are ever out that way, drop in and see Bro. Smith. Bro. Baker is doing a fine piece of work as Educational Advisor in C. C. C. Camp at Emporium, Pa. Bro.
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Reading From Left To Ri°ht:—Brother Cecil T. Adams, Sphinxman Raymond Francis, Brother Arthur L. Nicholson, Brother Waited Houston, Brother E. Franklin Edwards, Sphinxman Franklin Murphy, Brother Booker W. Carter, Brother James D. Ellison, Brother S amuel Allen, Brother Donald C. Reed, Brother Joseph Bradfield, manager. Lawrence Peeler is making quite a name in the Smoky City in music. Bio. Howard Hairston has been added to the Courier Staff in the linotype department. Bro. Thompson is back in Pitt Law School. He also bought a new Ford Coupe. His cry is, "Watch the Ford go by." Bro. Melvin Goode is back in Pitt working on his M. A. in Political Science. Bro. " J i m " Burns is located comfortably with a big White Insurance Co., here in Pittsburgh. He has insured almost everybody in town and still crying the blues. Omicron mourns the death of Bro. James Dougan's father and Bro. "Bud" Well's brother. Our deepest sympathies are extended to you and your respective families. May Die blessing of God abide with' you and all °ur dear brothers in the fold, I remain. William (Bud) Leitridge.
KAPPA CHAPTER Columbus, Ohio. Greetings from Kappa Chapter: We are happy to announce the newly initiated brothers, recently taken into the folds of Alpha Phi Alpha: Brothers Clifford Graves, Cleveland, Ohio, Don-
aid Keller, Springfield, Ohio, Cleveland Watts, Dayton, O'aU:
A Social Re-union was held by Kappa Chapter on Saturday, March 14, 193G, in the Crystal Slipper Party Rooms, honoring visiting out of town brothers, graduated brothers and the Sphinx Club. Among those outstanding brothers present were Brother Charles W. Greene, 1st Vice President, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity; our own Dr. Harley S. Manuel, recently appointed staff member of Ohio State University Hospital; and Charles W. Warfield, prominent Columbus Attorney. Professor Jesse Owens, after two quarters of inactivity, is steadily conditioning himself for the coming big-Ten Black Meets, and also the Olympics which will be held this year in Berlin, Germany, Brother Owens made fine showing in the exhibition track meet, held recently in Cleveland, Ohio, Sphinxman, David Albritton hopes to share the top honors with Brother Owens in the coming meets. Albritton, a holder of the Ohio High School inter-scholastlt high jump record, recently copped the O. S. U. record. Fraternally yours, Campbell S. Warren, Kappa Chapter Editor.
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(Continued From Page 23) lose respect permanently for a few of their prospective brothers. Alpha Phi Alpha can well afford to reconstruct the initiation ceremonies of our chapters by substituting for the application of physical violence and other requirements that tend to be degrading, tasks w li nil require the demonstration of cleverness, intelligence, and skill. Despite changes which may be needed here and there, the fraternity is maintaining its outstanding leadership among Negro Greek-letter organizations. Its program is logical, progressive, and sane. Its program is workable and working. Alpha Phi Alpha men are continuing to lead other Negro fraternal men in doing Che world's work. This fact they are demonstrating by their leadership in the fields of education, law, politics, government, social welfare, journalism, the ministry, art, science, and letters. These two truths...-the leadership of our fraternity as an organization, and the leadership of our members as individuals....give us ju t cause for pride in our achievements and for hope for our
Future. This hope must be realized. Our future must be assured. We can guarantee it by bringing into our fraternity men of ability, character, personality, intelligence, and industry, and by drafting for leade.ship within the group the best that the fraternity can afford.
ALPHA MOURNS LOSS OP HENDERSON (Continued From Page 5) life was the very embodiment of the aims, ideals and precepts of the Fraternity. Brother Dr. George W. Henderson, professor emeritus of Greek, Latin and ancient literature, Wilberforce University, passed away on February 6, at his home in Wilberforce, Ohio. There never was a nobler nor truer living symbol of "manly deeds, scholarship and love for all mankind" than our departed brother. During the dark days of slavery, George W. Hen derson was born in aristocratic Virginia. Hard and cruel though this terrible institution of slavery was, it could not hold so brilliant a mind, — so great a soul, —nor even his physical being. Even as a youngster he went about his chores dreaming, thinking, planning for the advancement of his people. He has often told groups of students that among his most prevalent thoughts in childhood was, —"How can I serve my people most and best?" When opportunity presented itself he left Virginia and journeyed to New England. There he was a free man. But his struggle to fit himself as a servant of those he longed to help had just begun. Night and day; summer and winter he labored, studied and prayed Unit he might acquire the necessary qualifications to carry out his long-dreamed-of program. As year3 passed he completed his college preparatory course, entered the University of Vermont, won Phi Beta Kappa honors there and was graduated with high honors. These Nordic New Englanders thought so much of young Henderson's superior learning and character that they selected him to teach their children in several of their local schools. He entered Yale University, where he made such an enviable record that he was awarded the
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coveted Hooker Fellowship. This enabled him to go to Europe where he studied at the University of Berlin. From a slave boy he had risen to such heights that leading universities, both in America and Europe had honored him. Brother Dr. Henderson served as principal of the following schools in Vermont (all white) : Jericho Academy (1877-1880); Newport (1885-1886); CraftSbury Academy (1886-1888). He later became a t.ustee of the last named institution.* Among his own people he served as professor of theology at Straight University, New Orleans (189G'-1904) Assistant moderator. National Council of Congregational Churches, Syracuse, New York,1895; dean of theology, Fisk Unive.sity, (1904-1909), professor of Greek, Latin and ancient literature, Wilberforce University, (1909-1932). He edited the Homiletic Department of the A. M. E. Review for eight years and was also editor of "The Wilberfo.cean" and "The Ohio," was author of the book, "Sermon Studies" and scores of pamphlets and articles. He wrote, "The First Memorial Against Lynching," which was uted to the State Legislature of Louisiana. Our deceased brother's friends, students and associates, white and, black, all over the world have shown through letters to his widow how highly they regarded him. The following expressions are taken from some of those letters: "His long and satisfactory service has reflected honor upon the University." —Dr. Guy W. Bailey, Pres. University of Vermont. "It is given to very few to serve effectively in as important posts as he did." —Dr. Luther A. Weigle, Dean, Vale Divinity School. "His life and character will be forever enshrined in my heart." —Rev.' Edward H. Phillips, The Congregational Church Extention Board, New Orleans, La, Brother Bishop John A. Gregg, in preaching the funeral before the faculty, student-body and friends at Wilberforce University said, "If you would see I he monuments to Dr. Henderson, then look about you and view the lives and characters he has touched and inspired." A writer in the February, 1936 issue of The Negro Journal of Religion, says about the deceased "A man who was too big and strong to permit himself to be lured away from his high principles at the beck and call of such phantoms as Popularity, Position and wealth." Almost every man who has passed through Xi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha during the last twenty or more years has received counsel and inspiration from Brother Dr. Henderson. He was the father of the chapter and was affectionately known to all the students as "Dad Henderson." Alpha Phi Alpha has lost a staunch supporter and a true and worthy member.. We were, indeed, honored to have had such a noble and stalwart brother "in out dear A Phi A." He now "carries on" in Omega Chapter. Milton S. J. Wright, Pres. Chi. Lambda Chapter. * See the Vermont Alumni Weekly, March 18, 193 6.
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THE SPHINX NU CHAPTER Lincoln University
The brothers of Nu Chapter welcome to the faculty of Lincoln University Brother Frank T. Wilson, in the capacity of Dean of Men and Professor of Education. Brother Wilson was born in Maxton, N. C. January 1, 190G\ He attended Mary Potter School at Oxford, N. C. graduating in 1917. He entered Lincoln University, where he had a full student life. As a student he was President of the Y. M. C. A. for two years; President of Nu Chapter for two years. His scholastic average was excellent, during his undergraduate days, he was Instructor in Latin. He was winner of class prize for combining scholarship and athletic ability, also winner of the Anne Louise Fenty prize for Oratory. He graduated with A. B. degree in 1921. In 192 4, the degree of S. T. B. was conferred upon Mm. While a student in the Seminary, he was elected secretary of National Y.M.C.A. for Negro Colleges, which position he held until February 193 6. During his period as student secretary, Brother Wilson worked with Student-Faculty groups of all major colleges in the United States, also was special representative at student conferences in Canada and India. Brother Wilson was a member of the Committee which was responsible for the India Delegation of Negroes who visited colleges of India during 1935. He received his M. A. degree in Education from Columbia University in 1933. and finished resident requirements for Ph. D. degree in Education February, 1936. Brother Wilson is married and has two children. We heartily welcome him back home; and wish him every success in his appointment. The other brothers on our faculty are, Brothers J. Newton Hill, Professor of English, Ivan Taylor, Assistant Professor of English, Manule Rivers, Athletic Coach and James Dorsey, Professor of Music. Our new administration for the school year have begun an extension program under the leadership of W. B. Lloyd. President. We are proud of our new Sphinx club. The members have a general second group average. They are: W. Roberson, Charles Bonner, Arthur Johnson. William Griggs, Charles Simmons, Donald Carey, Livingston Lucas, John Randolph, Leroy Patrick, Charles Briscoe. William Roak. and Melvin Talliaferro. We take this opportunity to bid farewell to the graduating brothers, E. Boyd, of B. K. K. member of Dramatics and Debating Society of P. B. K., Treasurer of Chapter. J. Jordin, President of Senior class, President of Musical Ensemble, and Executive Secretary of NAACP, Brother J. Whittico, J. Moore and W. Jackson to enter the field of education. The Brothers of Nu wish these graduating brothers l:,,ll 'a speed in their endeavors. Have you read Brother James Robinson's article in 1110 March edition of the Crisis? It is entitled, "A Pilgr mage With Jim Crow," Brother Robinson is maintaining his reputation as a scholar at Union Seminary n New York. He is former President of Nu. Keep up the excellent work Brother Robinson. Brother of Nu Chapter offer their deepest sympathy 0 Br o t h e r Jackson for his recent bereavement. Fraternally yours. Martin J Pree, Associate Editor.
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Brothers in Alpha, Greetings: Mu as the so-called sentinel of the Northwest is proud to announce that once again its program is brimming over with activity. The week of April 19 was designated as "Alpha Week." On Tuesday, April 21 the brothers led three neophytes to the altar of Alpha Phi Alpha. Those initiated were Bros. Turner Dennard, William Simms and Henry Thomas. After the ceremonies the group repaired to the Majestic Drug Store operated by Bro. Lafayette Fields where refreshments were in order. On Thursday evening the Sphinx Club entertained the Twin City college set and the brothers with a Dancing Party at the Sterling Club in St. Paul. The decorations, music, fair ladies and gallant gentlemen made this effort on the part of the Sphinx Club one of the season's outstanding social affairs. Sunday brought the elegant Founders' Day celebration at Bro. Weber's. Bro. Lawrence has requested the brothers to begin planning now for the Silver Anniversary in 1937. Plans are being made for a Spring Party and the "Education for Citizenship" campaign. Mu received a great boost when the wives and sweethearts of the brothers organized an "Alpha Wives and Sweethearts Club" with the following officers: Irielle Patton, Pies.; Johnnie Mae Fields, Vice Pres.; Johnnie Frances Washington, Secretary; Helen O'Neil, Cor. Secretary; Betty Cassius, Treasurer and Minnie Parker, Scribe. Other members are Lucille Weber and Hilda Moses. Bros. Ollie Griffin and Claiborne Hill of Beta Beta are working in St. Paul. Bro. William Cassius, the "watch dog" of the chapter treasury, is still the old reliable standby of the chapter and is always a source of enthusiasm. We were proud to have as visitors to the Twin Cities the following brothers this spring: Bros. Bishop John Gregg, Arnold Walker, Lawrence Whitman and Hadley Hartshorne. The many congratulatory messages received for our 2 4th birthday were a source of inspiration and fellowship to the brothers. The following Alphas remembered us: Jewel Kelley, Murray and Ogle; Bro. Howard Shepard, Charles Wesley, James Dunn, Fred Parker, M. A. Morrison, Chauncey Cooper, Henry L. Dickason, Chas. Greene, John R. White, Chas. Garvin, Henry von Avery, Miles 0. Cannon, and Oscar C. Brown. Fraternally, John R. Lawrence, Jr.
LOGAN INSPIRES PELICAN BROTHERS AT BETA TAU INAUGURATION (Continued From Page 11) climax to this program. Brother Rudolph Moses offered prayer; Brother W. E. Belton, piesident of Sigma Lamb da, in welcoming the new brothers, asked for cooperation among the chapters in entertaining the next general convention; Dr. J. Felton Brown, of Baton Rouge. substituted for Brother Tureaud in giving the history of this recent movement in Alpha; and Brother C. C. Haydel directed the installation of officers. In closing his challenge to the chapter, Brother N.
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J. Rousseve said, "And we, in passing, tlrrow the Torch to you....fresher, fleeter....that you might better, further illuminate the Ways of Darkness!" Brother H. L. Washington, former student of Brother Logan and present professor of Sociology a t Xavier, paid a glowing tribute to his former teacher in introducing him as the speaker. Brother J. D, Browne responded to Brother Logan's speech. Echoes directed by the Master of Ceremonies, Brother W. R. Adams, following the main address, revealed the high regard and esteem the brothers entertained for the splendid address, as well as a rejuvenated interest in Alpha. Brothers Dr. R. P. Creuzot, Rudolph Moses, Dr. Alvin Smith, Ted Wright, A. P. Tureaud, Jesse O. Richards, Blaine Dejoie, and W. H. Gray participated in this phase of the program.
Belton, Louis A. G. Blanchet, Oscar A. Bouise, J. Felton Brown, James D. Browne, Armand V. Boutte. Edward M. Coleman, P. P. Creuzot, C. C. Haydel, Whitney Haydel, Walter King, Rudolph Moses, Nathan Pitts, A. P. Tureaud, Andrew Young, Ira B. Ross, Charles B. Rousseve, Gene J. Rousseve, Ferdinand L. Rousseve, Numa J. Rousseve, Orlando Moss, Giles O. Wright, Theodore Wright, Traverse Crawford; Frederick Hall, Lamar Jones, Clarence T. Mason, Elmaurice Miller, E. V. Peppers, George B. Talbert, Clyde L. Reynolds, Herman Washington, Jesse O. Richards, Alvin Smith, Blaine Dejoie, F. Walker, Russel Osby, William H. Gray, Jr. Lester Braden; Floyd J. Baldwin, Harold J. Bouise, Alton M. Childs, Peter W. Clark, Francis M. Hammond, Archie T. Lecesne, Vincent R. Malveaux, Charles J. Patio, James H. Taylor.
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39. ALPHA SIGMA—Marshall, Teas—Pre.. James Taylor; Ssc., B. Burroughs; C. Sec., C. A. Tarlor, Wiley College. 40. ALPHA TAU—Akron, Ohio—Pres., Charles L. Nunn. 152 Street; Sec., N . O. Chestnut, 441 Pine Street.
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41. ALPHA UPSILON—Detroit, Mich.—Pres., John Tesgue. 5873 Begole Street; Sec., T. C. Hollis, 6620 Scotten Avenue. 42. ALHA PHI—Atlanta, Georgia—Pres., Edwsrd B. Wallscs; Sec., Edward D . McGowan, Clark University. 43. ALPHA CHI—Nashville, Tenn.—Pres., Thomas B. Taylor; S s c . Wythe Cooper, Jr., Fiak University. 44. ALPHA PSI—Jefferson City, Mo.—Pres., Floyd L. Robinson; See., Robert L. Clark; C Sec, Joaeph T. Johnson, Lincoln University. 45. BBTA ALPHA—Baltimore, Md.—Pres., J. Wilbur Gordsn, Morgan College; Sec, James D . Browne, Morgan College. 46. BBTA BETA—Lincoln, Nebraska—Pres., J. R. Lillsxd; S s c , C. Hill; C Sec, Howard H. Hatter, 1929 You Street. 47. BETA GAMMA—Ettrick, Virginia—Prea., Thomas D. Pswlsy, Jr.; Cor. Sec, Charles E. Shields, Jr.; Rec Sec, Leon M. Snasd. 48. BBTA DELTA—Orangeburg, Fred J. Pride, Stats College.
S. Carolina—Pre*., JUes Edwards;
49. BBTA EPSILON—Greensboro. N. Carolina—Prss., W. C Sec, Robert Haith, Jr., A. Be T. College.
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50. BETA ZETA—Austin, Texas—Pres., Albsrt Slaughter; Sec, Robert H. Fields. Samuel Huston College. 51. BETA ETA—Carbondale, Illinois—Prss., Arnold C. Banister, Jr., 412 S. Illinois Avenue; Sec, Gaifery Taylor, Colp, Illinois. 52. BETA THETA—Blusfisld, W. Virginia—Pres., John W. Flippsn. S s c , Arthur M. Mitchell, Jr., Blusfisld Stats Teachers College. 53. BETA IOTA—Kalamaioo, Michigan—Pres., Hackley E. Woodford, 114 North Park Street; Sec, John T. Tapley, 1331 W. Michigan. 54. BETA KAPPA—Langston, Oklahoma—Pres., Frank Whitlow, Jr.; S s c , Lee Edward Lewis, Langston University. 55. BETA MU—Frankfort, Kentucky—Pres., Francis B. Whimsy; S s c , Thomas A. West, Kentucky State College. 56. BETA MU—Tallahaasee, Florida—Pres., Lucius T. Wilson; Sec, William T. Harper, Florida A tc. M College. 57. BETA XI—Memphis, Tennesse -Prss., _; S s c , Henry A. Ryan, 16 East Street. 58. BETA OMICRON—Nashville, Tenn.—Pres., Harold D . Mac Adoo; S s c , Elijah J. Smith, Tennessee State College. 59. BETA PI—Jackson, Tenn.—President, Chas. N. Berry, Recording secretary, Artis N. Burrow; Corresponding secretary, Wilson G. Graves, Lan* College. 60. BETA RHO—Raleigh, N. C — T o be est up. 61. BETA SIGMA—Scotlsndvills, La.—To be set up. 62. BETA TAU—New Orleans, La.—President, Numa Rousseve; Secretary. Giles Wright; Assistant secretary. Elmaurice Miller, Xsvier University. 63. BETA UPSILON—Montgomery, Ala.—President, G. Herbert Lockhart; Secretary, Nathan E. Langford, Alabama Stats Teachers College.
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105. BPSILON LAMBDA—St. Louis, Mo—Pres., F. Luther Merry, ^300 St. Ferdinand Street; C Sec, H. Von Avery; F. Ssc, Louis P. Woodson, 4224-W N. Market Street.
125. ALPHA GAMMA LAMBDA—New York City—Prss., Dr. Farrow R. Allen, 337 W. 138th Street; See, Ewart G. Quinier, 254 Decatur Street, Brooklyn, New York. 126. Alpha DELTA LAMBDA—Memphis, Tennessee—Pres., Lewis O. Swing. ler, 390>/2 Beale Street; Sec, Thomas H. Hayes, Jr.; C Sec, J. Edward Cotton, 346 N. Manassas Street. 127. ALPHA EPSILON LAMBDA—Jackson, Mississippi—Pres., Everstt R. Lawrence; Sec, Riley A. Hamilton, Tougaloo College, Tougaloo, Miss. 128. ALPHA ZETA LAMBDA—Bluefield, W. Virginis—Prss., Leonard McClanahan; Sec, Edward W. Browne, Box 576, Kimball, W. Virginia. 129. ALPHA ETA LAMBDA—Houston, Tsxas—Prss., E. O. Smith, 1214 O'Neal Street; Sec, George W. Reevea, Prairie View, College, Prairie View, Texas.
106. ZETA LAMBDA—Newport News. Virguus—-P*» • J- J- Bsllou, U « 4 29th Strset; Sec, R. H. Prss, 2411 Jefferson Avenus.
130. ALPHA THETA LAMBDA—Atlantic City, N. ].- -INACTIVB; Address: C. M. Cain, Arctic Ave. YMCA.
107. THETA LAMBDA—Dayton, Ohio—Pre.., Dr. B. B. Campbell. 12 Sunset Avenue; C Sec, F. L. Alexander, 1013 Card Avenue.
131. ALPHA IOTA LAMBDA—Charleston, W. Virginia—Pres., Joseph R. Jones, 909 Waahingtoon Street; Ssc, J. Kermit Hall, 1332 Washington Street E. 132. ALPHA KAPPA LAMBDA—Roanoke, Virginia—Pres., Dr. Elwood D . Downing, Brooks Building; Sec, G. A. Moore, 420 Commonwealth N. B. 133. ALPHA MU LAMBDA—Knoxville, Tenn.—Pres., Dr. N. A. Henderson. 123 East Vine Street; See, J. I. Seals, 209 Dsaderick Avenus. 134. ALPHA N U LAMBDA—Tuskegee. Alabama—Prss., W. H. Payne; Sec, Hollis F. Price, Tuskegee Institute.
101. ALPHA LAMBDA—Louisville, Ky.—Pres. Dr. P. O. Swssnsy, 601 W. Wslnut St.; S s c , Lee L. Brown, 1012 W. Chestnut St. 102. BBTA LAMBDA—Kansas City, Mo.—Pres. Burt A. Msyberry, 2446 Harrison Street; C. S s c , James A. Jsffress, 1824 Pssso. 103. GAMMA LAMBDA—Detroit, Michigan—Pres., B. R. Carney, 57691 Fishar; Sec, Rollio C. McMahon, 6463 Van Court Street. 104. DBLTA LAMBDA—Baltimore, Md.—Prea., Fruman L. Templeton, 1502 McCulloh Street; Sec, C. C Jackson, Jr., 1325 Madison Avenue.
108. ETA LAMBDA—Atlanta, Georgia—Pres., J. P. Brswlsy, Clark Univsrstty; Sec, LeRoy E. Carter, 1012 Palmetto Avenus, S. W. 109. IOTA LAMBDA—Indianapolis, Indiana—Pres.. Grant W. Hawkins, 2627 Shriver Avenue; Sec, Thomas L. Horner, 1647 Bellefontaine St. 110. KAPPA LAMBDA—Greensboro, N. Carolina—Pres., W. B. Beavers, Jr.; Sec, B. H. Crutrher, A tc T College. 111. MU LAMBDA—Wsshington, D. C.—Pres., Dr. Henry Callia; Harry S. McAlpin, 2904 Park Place, N. W.
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112. N U LAMBDA—Ettrick, Virginia—Pres., Thomas W. Cotman; Ssc, Reuben R. McDaniel, Box 185 State College. H 3 . XI LAMBDA—Chicago, Illinois—Pres., Luther S. Peck, 4927 Michigan Avenue; Sec, Lawrence T. Young, 417 E. 47th Street. 114. OMICRON LAMBDA—Birmingham, Alabama—Pre.., A. D. Shores. R F D 1, Box 755; Sec, H. Dovell Mosely, 1304 First Court W. 115. PI LAMBDA—Little Rock, Arkansas—Pre.., Dr. J. V. Jordan, 610V4 W. Ninth Street; Sec, C. Franklin Brown, 1019 Cross Street. 116. RHO LAMBDA—Buffalo, N. Y.—Address W. B. Holland, 53 Ada Place. 117. SIGMA LAMBDA—New Orleans, La.—Pre... William E. Belton, 2216 St. Phillip Street; Sec, Ferdinand L. Rousseve, Xavier University. 118. TAU LAMBDA—Nashville, Tenn.—Pre.., A. A. Taylor, Fisk University; Sec, J. R. Anderson, 1027 18th Avenue N. 119. UPSILON LAMBDA—Jacksonville, Florida—Pres., Capers Bradham, 426 E. Ashley Street; Sec, Dr. C. M. Thompson, 823 Davis Street. 120. PHI LAMBDA—Raleigh, N. C—Pres., E. C. Horton, Shaw University; Sec, Charles H. Boyer, St. Augustine's College. 12
135. ALPHA XI LAMBDA—Toledo, Ohio—Pres., INACTIVB; Actg. S s c , Charles H. Clarke, Jr., 669 Indiana Avenue. 136. ALPHA OMICRON LAMBDA—Pittsburgh, Pa.—Pre.., Joseph W. Civens, Esq.; Sec, Wilbur C. Douglass, 518 Fourth Avenue. 137. ALPHA PI LAMBDA—Winston-Salem, N. C.—Pres., James O. Ellis, Atkins High School; C. Sec, A. H. Anderson, Columbian Heights School; F. Sec, Dr. E. Shepard Wright, Bruce Building. 138. ALPHA RHO LAMBDA—Columbus, Ohio—Pres., Dr. H. Sherman Manuel, 275 S. Grant Avenue; Sec, Charlea F. Blackburn, 53 North 21st Street. 139. ALPHA SIGMA LAMBDA—Dallas, Texas—Pres., H. I. Holland, 3910 Diamond Street; Sec, James W. White, 2700 Flora Street. 140. ALPHA TAU LAMBDA—Tulsa, Oklahoma—Pres., T. W. Harris, 101 N. Greenwood Street; Sec, J. Tyler Smith. 124 Greenwood Street. 141. ALPHA UPSILON LAMBDA—Montgomery, Alabama—Pres., C. H. Lockhart, State Teachers College; Sec, Nathan Langhorne, 910 East Grove Street; Asst. Sec, J. Carrick Hardy, State Teachers College. 142. ALPHA PHI LAMBDA—Norfolk, Va.—Pres., G. W. C. Brown, 1619 Calvert Street; Sec, P. Bernard Young, Jr., 721 Chapel Street; Asst. Sec, Thomas W. Young, 2509 Broad Creek Road. 143. ALPHA CHI LAMBDA—Augusta, Ga.- -Pres., M. Tutt, Raines School.
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1 - CHI LAMBDA—Wilberforce, Ohio—President, Milton S. J. Wright. 122. PSI LAMBDA—Chattanooga, Tenn.—Pres., Prof. B. T. Scruggs, 1909 Blackford Street; Sec, G. A. Key, 1211 Poplar Sereet.
144. ALPHA PSI LAMBDA—Columbia, S. Carolina—Pres., Abram Simpson, Allen University; Sec, Harry B. Rutherford, 1330 Gregg Street.
123. ALPHA ALPHA LAMBDA—Newark, New Jersey—Pre... Dr. Charles M. Harris, 501 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, N . J.; Sec, Arthur C Williams, 136 Lincoln Street, Montdsir, N . J. 124. ALPHA BETA LAMBDA—Lexington, Ky.—Pres., E. M. Chensult, 226 W. Sixth Street; Sec, Dr. H. A. Merchant, 128 DeWesss Sereet.
147. BETA GAMMA LAMBDA—Richmond, Va.—Pres., Wiley A. Hall, 1106 North First Street; Sec, Walker H. Quarles, 743 North Fifth Street. 148. BETA ALPHA LAMBDA—Jersey City, N. Jersey—President, Dr. William Carpenter, 244 Carpenter; Secretary, Dr. Keith Madison, 3 58 Pacific Ave.
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