"Alpha's Role in "If I were so tall as to touch the pole, or grasp the ocean at a span; I must be measured by my soul — The Mind is the standard of the Man." The Alpha Sigma Chapter of The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated presented its Forty-sixth Annual Alpha Educational Week on April 18-24, 1971 at Wiley College, Marshall, Texas. The Brothers proudly dedicated this week to Bro. Rev. Telly H. Miller our campus sponsor. Bro. Miller is a member of Alpha Sigma. He received the Bachelor of Arts degree from Wiley College, the Bachelor of Divinity degree from Interdenominational Theological Seminary, Atlanta, Georgia. The calendar of events started Sunday with the presentation of Bro. Floyd McKissick as our guest speaker. Bro. McKissick is presently creating a project in North Carolina titled "Soul City." Because new ideas are brought in by Alpha men, we want everyone to help with the supporting of this unique project. Bro. McKissick talked very extensively on the need for Black economic progress. He stated that the only true way to obtain freedom or liberation is to get into the main stream of this affluent society and compete. Since America's society is built upon materialism we must solve our problem with a synonomous answer. Radio and television gave coverage of Bro. McKissick. He was truly in his appearance, "Holding high the light of the World." On Monday the Brothers presented their Fifth Annual Miss Venus Beauty Pageant, featuring the "Alpha Temptations." The pageant was won by Miss Deborah Loving, a freshman from Oklahoma City. The members of the Temptations were: James Arbuckle, Larry Pugh, James Robertson, David Thompson and Sidney Locks. Special thanks go to our Master-of-Ceremony, Mr. Thaddeus Auzenne and our Beauty judges, Bro. R. L. Oneal, Bro. Warren Scott III and Bro. L. W. Garrett. On Tuesday the Brothers gave their Sweetheart Dinner. Thanks to Bro. Bruce Turner for his N-neatness.
Search for Black Identity" On Wednesday the Brothers went "South of the Border." They presented their Miss APA, 1971, in a Mexican type setting. Miss Alpha Phi Alpha was awarded to Miss Patricia Toney, a freshman from Marshall, Texas, majoring in Business. Because Alpha stands for scholarship, special awards were presented to those individuals, regardless of affiliation, with high academic standing in their respective field. On Wednesday night the Brothers took charge of Prayer Service. On Thursday the Brothers presented their Smoker Banquet with guest speaker Bro. Dr. I. Lamothe, Jr. Dr. Lamothe was very explicit in his presentation of the need for Black organizations. He stated that through organized groups we can achieve our ends by rightful means. On Friday we ended our week with our "Old Gold and Black Ball." The Soul Keys from Shreveport, Louisiana was our source of entertainment. And so the Forty-Sixth Annual Alpha Week came to a close. Through the efforts of many great leaders we have faith that one day every man will be measured by his mind and not by the color of his skin. One day Man will be able to transform our Alpha's Prayer to read: "Dear Lord, may the true spirit of love,
Rule our hearts, guide our thoughts and control our lives. So that we may become through thee, Brothers to all. Amen'
DEEP APPRECIATION -
New Jersey Chapters Activate Alpha Public Policy NEWARK, N. J. — Presidents of the seven active chapters of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity in New Jersey will implement the Public Policy statement of the national body at the N. J. State Conclave in Atlantic City November 12-14. The national policy hits the "snail's pace' of the nation in solving human and racial relations. Elbert C. Wisner of Ocean, N.J., state director of the 65-year old organization, listed the national policy as a demand that the Vietnam war be ended, that urban crises be more liberally financed, that both unemployment and employment bias be countered by the national government and that racism by broadcast media in hiring practices be ended. Wisner quoted from the policy statement as folows: "The 40,000 members of Alpha Phi Alpha, representing every profession in virtually every community in America, feel strongly that the networks — Metro-Media, ABC, NBC and CBS-should open their doors unrestrictedly to the black community." Higher education provisions, health care, foreign aid to black Africa are among other points of national policy. Chapter presidents are: Carlisle Parker, Newark; Joseph Bridges, Atlantic City; Melvin Thompson, Paterson; William E. Wright, Red Bank; Hubert H. Bryson, Wrightstown; Norman H. Dowe, Plainfield; Richard Edwards, New Brunswick.
Past General President Cannon
Dear Brother Young and Brothers of the 65th General Convention: I was very pleasantly surprised to receive your letter of August 27, 1971, and the Certificate of Appreciation and Placque awarded to me, and I wish to express my deep appreciation. It gives me a great feeling of satisfaction and happiness to be informed that my efforts and contributions to Alpha Phi Alpha are so valued by the membership. Although in this last convention I was conspicuous by my absence, nevertheless, I was there with you in spirit. I have
not ceased to attend the general conventions and now and then I hope and plan to be present. Next April 12 will mark the 60th anniversary of my entrance into Alpha Phi Alpha. To have had a part in shaping and guiding Alpha Phi Alpha is a great honor; and serving my Fraternity and mankind has been a glorious experience. With thanks and best wishes to you and all of my Brothers in the bond, Sincerely and fraternally, Raymond W. Cannon Past General President 29