Delta Beta Proudly Hails Frat's Golden Anniversary
Delta xi Lambda closes Year Planning
For Alpha's Fiftieth By B R O T H E R TED NICHOLS Editor to the SPHINX DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Yes, proudly we hail the Fiftieth Anniversary of our beloved Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. We are Delta Beta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha located at Bethune Cookman College. Fifty years ago, in the hearts and minds of seven men, an idea was born. This idea grew and finally developed into the incipiency of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Through the years, progress, strength, and service to mankind have been the beacon lights which guided the efforts and expansion of Alpha Phi Alpha. Our particular chapter, Delta Beta, was established April 21, 1948 by Dr. Robert P. Daniel, Special Deputy representing Dr. William H. Gray, Jr., who was at that time Southern Vice-President. On May 28, we expressed our congratulations to our former president, vice-president, and secretary, Brothers Arthur C. Eulin, John Pittman, and Everett E. Crim respectively, who graduated from Bethune Cookman College upon completion of their studies here. All three expressed to us their determination to continue to contribute (all they can, in whatever way they can) to the ideals of equality and the brotherhood of man as they participate in the roles of everyday society. We are still casting our mites toward this aim and are inspired by these expressions from stout hearted men. It is our unified pleasure to rejoice and play our part in the commemoration of the Fiftieth Anniversary. This Golden Sphinx carries the events of this momentous occasion throughout our nation. Through this medium all the Brothers in Alpha join together in a single voice of praise to God for the success of our past endeavors. In this same oneness we shout to all the world our faith and hope of achieving success in future undertakings. Delta Beta Chapter joins wholeheartedly in the prayer of The Great Invocation, f o r m u l a t e d by the Friends of Humanity in New York City. Its meaning is very deep and just as inspiring. PAGE 110
From the point of Light within the Mind of God Let light stream forth into the minds of men. Let light descend on Earth. From the point of Love within the Heart of God Let love stream forth into the hearts of men. May Christ return to Earth. From the centre where the Will of God is known Let purpose guide the little wills of men . . . The purpose which the Master knows and serves. From die centre which we call the race of men Let the plan of Love and Light work out. And may it seal the door where evil dwells. Let Light and Love and Power Werestore are assured of on our Earth. happiness the Plan because we are forever venturing to perpetuate the highest ideals of mankind. Thank God for men of Alpha everywhere.
PRESIDENT VISITS CHAPTER An alert cameraman caught Brothers Walter H. Williams and Frank L. Stanley, Sr. greeting each other. The occasion was General President Stanley's visit to Alpha Epsilon Lambda Chapter in April.
By BROTHER F. A. SMITH "The company of just and righteous men is better than wealth and a rich estate."—Euripides. After closing a highly progressive 1955 with a resounding "bang" by giving its first formal affair, Delta Xi Lambda has moved through 1956 with a series of "firsts." This young chapter participated in its first Delta Jabberwock in February on stage at the Jones High School Auditorium. Brothers Speight, Beverly, Manning, Harrison and Scales stole the show with their "Harvest Time" skit. Brother Harold Whitehurst entertained the chapter at the January meeting and we journeyed to the Lake Wales estate of Brother J. W. Williams for the February meeting. Both meetings were well attended and the social aspects as well as fraternity business were well thrashed out. On March 27 Delta Xi Lambda proudly and pompously ushered its first two initiates across the "fiery Silica." In an impressive ceremony Brothers David Brewer II and James Roberts were added to our membership roll. Brother Cecil Boston, our State President, Regional Director in Southern Jurisdiction and Delta Xi Lambda "wheel" attended the Southern Regional Convention at Durham, North Carolina on March 30 through April 1st. His report on highlights of the session is forthcoming. On April 3 Brother James Huger, our General Secretary, was entertained by the chapter at the Jones High School Cafeteria. Brother Huger brought us up to date on current national trends and congratulated the chapter on its rapid growth and progress. We are eagerly anticipating helping Alpha Phi Alpha celebrate its Fiftieth Anniversary in Buffalo in August. Locally, our biggest present project is reclamation of old brothers in an effort to make Alpha reach its goal of 10,000 active members. Delta Xi Lambda is also taking the lead locally in the fight for total integration. Current officers are: Brother J. A. Lawson, Jr., President; Brother Carter C. Beverly, Vice-President; Brother (Continued on Page 111) THE SPHINX