Page 38 he was a member of t h e track team with Jesse Owens, and Melvin Walker. Prior to this appointment Brother Thomas worked tor the City Recreation Department, and lately as Chief of Private Police of the Lincoln Court Division of the Laural Homes. He is also a thirty-second degree Mason. Brothers William C. Goings, Norman H. Grievous, and Charles A. Gilford recent graduates of the Cincinnati College of Pharmacy successfully passed the State Board of Pharmacy. Brother Goings is now located at the corner of Buena Vista and Altoona Streets, Walnut Hills in a modern drug store. Brothers Lacy Owens, and Michele Turpeau, recent graduates from the College of Law, University of Cincinnati are now ready to hang out their shingles because of having successfully passed the State Bar examination. Brother John Delaney, a successful Mortician with locations in Cincinnati and Covington, Kentucky, was recently elected president of the National Funeral Directors of America at their last meeting. The local Directors honored him with a banquet in the beautiful Manse Hotel. Brother President McClain represented the Chapter extending greetings and fecilitations. Brother McNelious Sharp has received an appointment as a State Liquor Permit Examiner. This position takes him over the great state of Ohio. The Chapter paused for two minutes from its proceedings to pay tribute to the life of Jewel Vertner Tandy who recently passed into the great beyond in New York. Brother W. A. McClain the energetic and capable president for 1949 has successfully piloted the activities of the Chapter to a new high winning the plaudits of the brothers and the acclaim of the populace was unanimously reelected and sent to
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the Atlanta Convention as the senior delegate, and Brother Spencer E. Turner, our efficient secretary as the Junior delegate. Brother Walter S. Houston, and Clarence Payne as alternates respectively. The other officers follow: Vice President, Leon Render; Financial Secretary. Alva S. Thornton; Treasurer, W. R. McCaleb; Parliamentarian, Michele Turpeau; Sgt. at Aims, Clarence I. Payne; Associate Editor, C. S. Long, Jr.; Lay members to the Executive Committee, W. N. Lovelace, B. F. Cann, and Alonza Sanders. Thus, Delta Gamma Lambda begins another year with great hope, faith and courage. The impetus received from the steady rise of our brothers will continue to serve as an inspiration to all of us who are ambitious. With this Delta Gamma Lambda bids you adieu at this time. Fraternally yours, C. S. LONG, JR. Associate Editor s
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BETA P H I CHAPTER Dillard, University Beta Phi began its activities by entertaining the freshman men at its annual smoker, given in the right wing of Kearny Hall, October 5, 1949. The games, snacks, music and good fellowship were enjoyed by all. The gathering was inspired by the speech of Brother Dr. James T. Sprott, Instructor of psychology at Dillard. The pledgees gave a creditable program. The chapter is proud to note t h a t one of its members. Brother Robert M. Coard received an undergraduate honor scholarship award from Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. We are proud to note t h a t our secretary, Brother Rogers E. Randall, became
GAMMA OMICRON LAMBDA P L A N S PROGRESSIVE YEAR IN A L P H A . . . Officers elected to lead G a m m a Omicron for 1950 are from left, B r o t h e r s William H. Dennis, president; Ralph L. Pruitt, treasurer; Dr. Aaron Brown, Southern Regional vice president. George W. James, Associate Editor to the S p h i n x : L. M. Taylor, corresponding Secretary; F. L. Kirkpatrick, vice president; and Rochelle Harris, recording secretary. G a m m a Omicron Lambda is quite gratified over t h e distinct honor t h a t has come to one of its members, B r o t h e r A a r o n B r o w n in the selection m a d e ofi him as S o u t h e r n Vice President. The chapter pledges its w h o l e h e a r t e d support to his office and looks forward to another great y e a r in "Alpha" in all areas of activities.
February, 1950 a life member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Nov. 30, 1949. Four new brothers crossed the burning sands, November 12, 1949. They were Brothers Nick Bias, Jr., Edward L. Cowens, William L. Edwards, and William Thomas. These brothers were honored at our initiation banquet held at Club Desire, New Orleans, November 13. Along the lines of scholarship we point with pride to two of our members who recently became members of Alpha Kappa Mu National Negro Honor Societv. They are Brothers Robert F. Collins and' Edward L. Cowens. Fraternally yours, ROBERT F. COLLINS, Associate Editor.
GAMMA IOTA LAMBDA Brooklyn, New York Greetings Brothers in Alpha: The swanky Provident professional club in Brooklyn was the scene of the monthly meeting of January 14th past, and this session is one to be long remembered. Brother Eugene Kinkle Jones, Sr., was the special guest of honor, and the entire meeting was given over to ceremonies saluting him. Known internationally for his outstanding contributions in the field of social work, as the founder and General Secretary of the National Urban League, Brother Jones is also a pioneer in the development of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. He was the first initiate made into the club of men who later became the Jewels of Alpha Phi Alpha. Highlight of the evening was presentation of a beautiful scroll to Brother Jones for his noteworthy achievement in the field of social service. Two national officers spoke on the occasion. They were General President Belford V. Lawson Jr who told of the trends and objects of the fraternity; and Brother Dr. Alonzo G Moron, president of Hampton Institute, and recently elected Director cf Educational Activities. He delivered the principal address. Other participants on program were Brother Lyndon Caldwell although one arm was in a sling, rendered two piano selections; Brother Maurice Moss, master of ceremonies. Two other General Officers were present. They were Attorney Eddie Brooke, of Boston, Mass., Eastern Vice Fresident; Jawn Sandifer, General Counsel President Lawson installed the chapter officers. Host Brothers Joseph Mahocd, Avery Smith, Joseph N. Thomas, and Brother Dr. Terry, served a delicious repast to the more t h a n 135 Alphamen and their escorts who were pre ent. All chapters in the Greater New Ycrk metropolitan area were represented. Members of the c'-aptor are Justly proud over the fact that Brother Eugene Kinckle Jones is now an honorary member. Other prominent personalities in Gamma Iota Lambda include Dr. Mark Parks, recent recipient of the Fh. D. Degree in Biology from New York University; Brother Herbert Miller, who was recently named Layman of the Year by the National Baptist Convention. U. S. A.; Revs. Claude Franklin and Sandy Ray who with Brother Miller were among the ten citizens selected as the most outstanding of Brooklyn. Brothers William Hurst. Sr., and his son, William, Jr., have just opened the law firm of Hurst & Hurst. The chapter extends congratulations. Brother William Hurst Sr., is chairman of the National Constitution Committee. Brother Caldwell was presented in a successful piano recital at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. He deserves an Alpha salute. Several brothers have been added to the chapter as transferees. Among these newcomers are Brother R. Maurice Moss, who