November-December, 1939
THE
Chi Chapter MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE Greetings Brothers: A truly brotherly gathering—our first meeting of the year—ushered in the activities of Chi chapter for this school year. Upwards of fifty brothers attended, a number we feel certain is indicative of the wholehearted interest we expect in our efforts this year. Our number has been increased by an influx of brothers from other chapters who are beginning their studies in Medicine and Dentistry. Brother Donald M. Carey, one of our delegates to the twenty-seventh general convention, and Brother M. G. Ferguson, Regional Director, gave the highlights of the convention. As interesting as the business side of the convention was information concerning the progress of alumni brothers whom they saw in New York. Fifteen new brothers were presented to the chapter. There are other new brothers here in Meharry, but they have not as yet entered the fold. Brother Dr. Michael J. Bent and Brother Dr. Raphael Hernandez each gave inspiring addresses. Brother Bent is associate Dean of the School of Medicine, and Brother Hernandez is chairman of the department of anatomy. The interest of these and other faculty brothers in the progress of Chi is indeed commendable. The members of Chi Chapter would like to take this opportunity of wishing successful internship periods to its recently graduated members. In like fashion may we extend every good wish for the success of other chapter programs this school year. Fraternally yours, WALDENSE C. NIXON, Associate Editor to the Sphinx. o
Alpha
Tau Lambda
Chapter
TULSA, OKLAHOMA Once more the news of the activities of this chapter may be summarized as follows: The last time the news was sent, it was suggested that there would be given a smoker for the Regional Meeting of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, which met in Tulsa. The smoker was given April 7, at the newly acquired century room. Since the acquisition of the small dancing hall, the owner has redecorated it. Alpha Tau Lambda of Alpha Phi Alphi and the chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity pooled their financial interests and gave to my mind, a swell smoker. Every one who attended this affair was privileged to drink all the beer he wanted, and eat all the food he chose. The brothers in charge were Dr. E. W. South, Clifford Johnson and Robert L. Fairchild. The latter brother acted as chairman. A dutch lunch with all the trimmings was prepared. Cigars and cigarettes were as plentiful as the sands on the Sahara Desert. I was informed that members of the guest fraternity were from Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. This is the first tima I have had the pleasure to see as many Kappas together at one time. After the public meeting, the fraternity men began to gather as a cluster of grapes, until we had a house full. Games of the usual vaiiety were set in motion from bridge down. This continued until many were overcome by the desire of the body to recline and relax. The hour was three. I understand others remained until an early morning hour. Some of the interesting highlights of
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the affair are: The loudest Kappa was Otis Stout, he says: Never have I had the privilege to see the development of science as in the case of the radio. There is a radio, inter-communicating, and all the other parts there to be installed in Carver Junior High School, Tulsa, that is really "a honey" to look upon, and to see parformed. In principally every room and in the auditorium, there is a loud speaker which not only sends out messages from the radio, but a person can stand in the room and talk, and the messages will be returned to the person talking to you. In addition there is a victrola attached which permits the playing of the many records that are available. There is no doubt that this new step will enhance the benefits of school life to every boy and girl going to Carver. There is no doubt that our brother and friend has vision unparalleled, and we can rest assured that where there is life, this brother will continue to lift high the banner of Alpha. Finally, he lives Alpha, he sleeps Alpha, and sometimes I think to myself that he eats Alpha three times each day. I speak of the one and only Brother Clyde Cole. Fraternally, ROBERT L. FAIRCHILDS.
Alpha Rho Lambda
Chapter
COLUMBUS, OHIO Greetings, Brothers in Alpha Phi Alpha: With the opening of the 1939-40 season of activities, Alpha Rho Lambda Chapter has moved right out in front with its program under the leadership of our president, Brother Lucien Wright. The principal item of the program is The Columbus Community Forum which is sponsored by the chapter, and which has already won the respect and admiration of all Columbus, because of the fine job done in the two past seasons under the leadership of Brothers G. A. Steward, John G. Turner, A. J. Worsham, Paul Lofton and Charles Allen. The organization set-up for the Forum for this season is as follows: Brother Louis Schuster has been selected for General Chairman and Brother Frank Shearer the Master of Ceremonies. The Executive Committee is composed of the officers of the chapter while the Advisory Committee is made up of the Executive Committee and outstanding persons from other walks of life. To date, no one has been selected to succeed Brother Schuster as statistician. The first meeting for the current season was held on October 26th with Brother Shearer presiding in his inimitable manner. The speaker was Mr. Chester Gray, former State Supervisor of N. Y. A. and at present Field Representative On Negro Placements In The Ohio State Employment Service. Mr. Gray brought a most interesting message on, "Industrial Trends and Employment Techniques For The Negro Job Seeker." Brother Schuster states that the aim of the committee is to stress 'bread and butter' subjects in the first two meetings. In carrying out his aim, he has announced Brother Charles W. Warfield, prominent local attorney, and Mr. Orval E. Peyton, operator of a chain of filling stations in Columbus, as the next speakers. Brother Warfield will speak on, "Problems of The Negro Professional Man," while Mr. Peyton will tell about the "Problems of the Negro Business Man." The Columbus Community Forum meets each fourth