The SPHINX | Summer 1975 | Volume 61 | Number 2 197506102
Frai Inc.
Official Organ Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc
TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 — Lawrence T. Young, Sr.... A Tribute
An estimated 20,000 men of Alpha Phi Alpha proudly have certificates of membership bearing the signature of this legendary brother For sixteen years, this single figure was responsible for the diverse operation of the nation's largest Black fraternity Brother Laurence T Young,Sr.,wesaluteyou!
8 — Focus
In linewith the theme for the General Convention, "Alpha's Outreach to Business," Brother Paul King, Jr. discusses "Blacks in the Construction industry."
10 — Another Alpha First
A look at the first Black to serve as United States Secretary of Transportation, Brother WilliamT Coleman,Jr
25 Aid to Senior Citizens
Another outstanding chapter project, this time by Zeta Zeta Lambda in Cambria Heights, Queens-New York. Alphas are indeed "servants of allmankind."
DEPARTMENTS
2—The General President Speaks 3—From the Executive Secretary's Desk 6—There goes an Alpha Man 14—Alphas on the Move
12—Newsline 17—Chapter News 1 —Life Membership 26—Omega Chapter 28—Directory of Officers and Chapters
About the cover: Brother Laurence T Young, Sr., at the podium It's a sight familiar to many an Alpha man because of Brother Young's long and valued stewardship of the office of Executive Secretary However on this occasion another facet of his many interests comes to the fore as he addresses himself to the subject of "Stewardship" for an anniversary gathering and installation ceremony of St Edmund's Episcopal Church The time: October 1974; the place: The Lindheimer Room of Chicago's McCormick Place convention center
EDITOR'S REVIEW
Chapter news tops the bill in this issue of the Sphinx A million thanks to the hardworking chapter editors who supplied information about their chapter activities
Anyone who has any doubt about the relevance of Alpha Phi Alpha should browse through these pages and note the many worthy contributions being made daily — in communities from coast to coast Alpha Phi Apha is on the move! Unfortunately, your editor was unable toattend several regional conventions due to a lengthy bout with hepatitis However, Itook this opportunity to do alittle public relations work for the magazine and Iam pleased to report that the entire staff of Grant Hospital is "turned on" to the Sphinx On the serious side, we are pleased to present a tribute to past Executive Secretary, Laurence T. Young, Sr., prepared by Brother Sidney A Jones Brother Young is a constant source of inspiration to me and to other brothers who are dedicated to the betterment of our beloved Alpha Phi Alpha A note of thanks to Brother Hanley Norment of Silver Spring, Md who provided the material for our article on Transportation Secretary Coleman....Our next issue of the Sphinx is scheduled for October The deadline for all news is September 1, 1975. We solicit your articles, including outstanding brothers, chapter activities upto that date,andchapter plans for the upcoming fraternal year... If your address changes, please inform the office of the Executive Secretary no later than September 1, 1975 in order to insure that you will receive your October edition of the Sphinx Finally, I would like to thank all those brothers who have contributed to the making of the past four issues of the magazine and to those brothers who extended their advice and encouragement to the editor. Until next issue..
Michael J Price, Editor
The Sphinx is the official magazine of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., 4432 Dr Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago, III 60653 Published four times a year: February, May, October and December. Send all editorial mail and change of Address (send both addresses) to Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, 4432 Dr Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, II 60653
Manuscripts or art submitted to The Sphinx should be accompanied by addressed envelopes and return postage Editor assumes no responsibility for return of unsolicited manuscripts or art
Opinions expressed in columns and articles do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and use of any person's name in fiction, semi-fiction articles or humorous features is to be regarded as a coincidence and not as the responsibility of The Sphinx It is never done knowingly Copyright 1975 by The Sphinx, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc Reproduction or use, without written permission, of the editorial or pictorial content in any manner is prohibited
The Sphinx has been published continuously since 1914 Organizing Editor: Bro Raymond W Cannon Organizing General President: Bro Henry Lake Dickason
Second class postage paid at Chicago, III Postmaster: Send form 3579 and all correspondence, 4432 Dr Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago, Illinois 60653
ALPHA PHI ALPHA - FOR LIFE
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D'YA WAN'TA HEAR A HALF MILLION DOLLAR STORY?
Greetings:
With this issue, the Alpha Life Membership Program saga reaches a new plateau — payments of life membership fees into the LIFE MEMBERSHIP RESERVE FUND have passed the $500,000.00 mark. Prudent investment of these funds even inthis year of the economic crunch willprovide dividend and interest income to the operating budget of the fraternity in excess of $26,000.00. Expenditures from the reserve fund from its inception have been only on authorized vote of a General Convention. Even the payments from brothers in Omega chapter continue to earnandto contribute tothe fraternity programs beyond the life ofthe brother.
REGIONAL CONVENTIONS
Our 1975 regional conventions have anew feature — life membership recognition. The FIRST Life Members Breakfast ofAlpha South was oversubscribed atCharleston. TheFIRSTLife Members Breakfast ofthe Western Region was held at San Diego - that MOST ALPHA CITY. The Easter Region continues its Life Member emphasis first started by that region three years ago at New York. It is good news to hear of these FELLOWSHIP events atregionals amidallofthepolitical maneuvering. RIGHT ON!
MIDWESTERN REGION STILL LEADS THE WAY
Midwest Vice President Jim Williams has answered the question, "What Do You Do When You Are Already First?" Cleveland (Alpha Delta Lambda) passes the 100 mark inpaid in full life members, inaddition to another 40 subscribing members. But, even greater than that, the MIDWEST REGION is the first to reach ONE THOUSAND livingparticipants intheAlpha Life Membership Program.
LET' S LOO K A T TH E RECOR D - all figures as of April 15,1975
DON'T SLEEP THROUGH A REVOLUTION
Thelittle remembered fact isthat when Rip VanWinkle went to sleep George IIIwas King but when he woke up George Washington's picture was on the wall as President. Old Riphad slept through arevolution. The Alpha Life Membership Program is arevolution, too. Thiscountdown calendar tells how many days remaining before the Life Membership Fee increases to $300 onJuly 1, 1975.
Remaining:
60 days May 1
50 days May 11
30 days May 31
LAST CALL FOR 3,000 LIFE MEMBERS
25days June 5 SEND PAYMENT DIRECT TO GENERAL OFFICE
20 days June 10
Don't let the chapter secretary cost you an additional $ 100
15 days June 15 Send by Pony Express, UPS, REA, Greyhound, or by Chicago mail
10 days June 20 —Get it THERE ON TIME!!
5 days June 25
1 day June 29
TENTH ANNUAL LIFE MEMBERS' FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST
Youareinvited tojoin allparticipants inthe program atour breakfast atthe Fontainebleau Hotel on Miami Beach Tuesday, August 5, 1975 — 7:30 A.M. We'll enjoy Everglades fruit, Southern biscuits, Dogpatch Ham,Grits•AND, fun, fellowship and WINTERSAT 85 on 8/5.
It is my hope that every brother is making plans to attend our 69th Anniversary Convention during August 1 st7th, 1975 at the Hotel Fontainebleau in Miami Beach, Florida The theme for this year's convention is "Alpha's Outreach to Business." We shall bring together some of the most outstanding speakers in the nation to share their expertise in the area of Black business. Out of our session we can expect to gain a better understanding of the obstacles facing us in these critical times and we shall learn what we can do, individually and collectively, to promote and support Black brothers
During the past year, we have made great strides toward promoting an "Alpha Awareness" among the entire brotherhood Through improved communications, we have established a working dialogue with all chapters and between all brothers. In order to make the most of our efforts, this improvement should be reflected through increased attendance at the General Convention It is here that policy decisions are shaped and the participation of all brothers is necessary to insure that the wishes of the brotherhood are effectively carried out Your support in this effort is deeply appreciated
There is every indication that we will reach a record attendance for the upcoming convention.
GREETINGS:
In checking out the many and diversified operations of the Fraternity, I decided to look into our Group Life Insurance plans with CNA Insurance Company (which was approved and adopted for the membership by the Board of Directors in 1971) Also, I realize that the new brothers and those brothers reclaimed must be made aware of the plans which are offered
Along with the two plans now available—GROUP LIFE INSURANCE and a HOSPITAL MONEY PLAN— I wondered why the fraternity an INCOME PROTECThe CNA Insurance informed me that the I countered, to the Fraterwasn't offered TION PLAN. representative plan was not asked for "Was the plan offered nity?" Because even today with our inflationary economy, its rising prices and declining spendable income, a
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disability income protection plan is a safeguard for a brother's most valuable asset -his ability to earn aliving
In the next two months and at the national convention in Miami Beach, Florida, CNA Insurance Company will mail out and supply brochures (at no cost to the fraternity) to the active membership of the Fraternity Without going into all the technicalities, I submit the following information:
Who Is Eligible? All Alpha Phi Alpha active brothers in good standing who are actively at work full time (30 hours per week minimum) and who are under age 70 may apply during the Charter Enrollment Period — which ends SEPTEMBER 1, 1975 After this time, only those under age 60 will be eligible Brothers may apply for as low as $100 and up to $600 a month, as long as the benefit you choose when combined with all others you receive from those programs that you are eligible for
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does not equal more than 66-2/3% of your gross monthly salary.
YOUR ACCEPTANCE IS GUARANTEED.
Remember.. the premiums are low due to the mass buying power of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and the economies gained by standardizing and coordinating the administration of the program We need a minimum of 200 brothers to submit applications for CNA Insurance to place the insurance in force
This is, unquestionably, a very valuable program, and I hope you will take advantage of this opportunity during the period in which it is available to you
Fraternally yours,
WILLIAM H WALKER
General Convention Delegate Credentials must be certified by the Office of the Executive Secretary Each chapter shall submit the name and pass card number of each of its delegates to the General Convention.
REGIONAL CONVENTION: Eastern - Philadelphia, PA
Deadline for submitting proposed constitutional amendments to the Office of the Executive Secretary
Proposed constitutional amendments will be circulated to all chapters by the Office of the Executive Secretary
JULY 15 Deadline for Pre-Registration without Late Fee for 69th Anniversary Convention.
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69th ANNIVERSARY CONVENTION
Miami Beach, FL
And.. .after the Convention .fun-filled, seven day cruise with stops at Puerto Rico, Virgin islands and Jamaica.. .August 9-17, 1975
In June 1958,
LAURENCE T. YOUNG, SR.
A brother who has worked unceasingly for Alpha Phi Alpha for over fifty-two years retired from the office of Executive Secretary, and is still full of the "Alpha Spirit" and able to enjoy the fellowship and joys of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity life It is altogether proper that his contributions to the fraternity be recognized in permanent form by the Sphinx.
I have been closely associated with Brother Young over the past forty-five years, socially, in civic matters, in the legal profession, and in the Courts, as well as in the fraternity, and General Conventions. I was Chairman of the Committee on Executive Secretary, which selected Brother Young as our fraternity's Executive Secretary in June, 1958 I am very proud of my choice, and I am sure every Alpha brother will agree that Brother Young served us in a most excellent manner
Brother Young was born November 3, 1903, at West Bedford, Massachusetts He moved to Wilmington, Delaware, at age 3, and graduated from the elementary and high schools of that city He also studied at Drexel Institute in Philadelphia, Evening Division, from 1918 to 1920, taking typing, shorthand, and other related courses He attended Wilberforce University from 1920 to 1922, and graduated with a Certificate of Proficiency in the Department of Commerce In 1925 he received the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Commerce from Ohio University, Athens, Ohio In 1932 he graduated from John Marshall Law School, in Chicago, receiving the degree of Doctor of Jurisprudence
Brother Young was initiated at Phi Chapter, Ohio University, February 10, 1923 At the Seventh Annual General Convention in New York City in 1924, Brother Young served
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this was Brother Laurence T. Young, Sr., newly appointed Executive Secretary of Alpha Phi Alpha.
as Assistant Recording Secretary. He served as Convention Secretary at the General Convention in New York in 1939, and at several subsequent conventions
Brother Young was indoctrinated early in the Alpha Phi Alpha traditions by Jewel Henry A. Callis, who lived in the home of Young's parents in Wilmington, Delaware, for two years, 1909-1910, while he taught at the Howard High School in that city He became a Life Member of the Fraternity in 1962, and received his Fifty Year Membership Certificate on April 3, 1973
He served as Official Court Reporter for the Coroner of Cook County, Illinois, from October, 1929, to June, 1958, when he resigned to become Executive Secretary of Alpha Phi Alpha
We need not recount the great progress made by the fraternity during the years 1958 to 1973, when Brother Young served as Executive Secretary Sufficient to say that the fraternity reached its greatest heights during that period in total income, number of financial Brothers, number of Life Members, and total assets Upon his resignation, Brother Young received the Alpha Award of Merit, and innumerable awards and plaques from Chapters and individual Brothers. He was in sufficient good health upon his retirement as Executive Secretary to return to his position as Official Court Reporter for the Coroner of Cook County He is still in the best of health, and is enjoying his life and activities with his family, his church, his fraternity, and his host of friends
Brother Young is a fine family man He was married September, 1927, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Rebecca Murphy Young, daughter of, George B Murphy and niece of Carl J Murphy (former Editor of the Sphinx) of the Baltimore AfroAmerican Mrs Young is a former Social Worker, and formerly Director of Michigan Avenue Adult Education Center (GED); and Chairwoman of the Harris Y.M.C.A., Chicago. His son, Brother Laurence T. Young, Jr., a graduate of the University of Illinois, is employed as Graphic Artist - Chicago Plan Commission - married to Yvonne English Young,
Teacher, Board of Education There are two children of this marriage, Laurence, III,and Pamela. Laurence, III,is a senior at St Ignatius High School, and Pamela is a sophomore at Immaculata High School His daughter, Grace Young Bruce, is employed by the Board of Education, Chicago, and is the wife of Dr. James C. Bruce, Ph.D. (German), Acting Head of the Department of German, University of Chicago Children by this marriage are two boys: James C Bruce, Jr., senior at Laboratory School, University of Chicago, and Jason W Bruce, Laboratory School, University of Chicago
Brother Young has one sister, Pauline A Young, in Wilmington, Delaware, a Librarian in Howard High School, who collaborated in writing the History of Delaware, and who is listed in Who's Who in Delaware
Brother Young is a very active Christian Layman He is Senior Warden at St Edmund's Episcopal Church, and was elected to Christian Hall of Fame of St Edmund's Church October 13, 1974; former member of Board of Directors of The Chase House (Diocese of Chicago). He is President of the Paramount Club, Chicago He is a member of the Shorthand Reporters Association of America, The Chicago Urban League, The N.A.A.C.P., and The Old Tymers Club of Chicago.
Brother Young is a member of the Park Manor Bowling League He bowls regularly and has for many years, and is the recipient of several trophies in this area
Brother Young is the nephew of the late poet Paul Laurence Dunbar Dunbar was married to Young's aunt, the late Alice Moore Dunbar-Nelson.
The Columbus, Ohio Convention in the early 1930's made a pilgrimage to the home and tomb of Paul Laurence Dunbar, Dayton, Ohio Young participated then, and also was on the program when the Paul Laurence Dunbar Vocational School in Chicago was dedicated
Brother Young, your Brothers in Alpha Phi Alpha salute you and thank you, and wish you many more years of happiness and service
ATRIBUTE by Brother Sidney A. Jones, Jr.
Rebecca Murphy Young
Brother Young today
For 21 years, Brother LEROY W. JEFFRIES served Johnson Publishing Company, publishers of EBONY, JET, BLACK WORLD and BLACK STARS magazines, as advertising representative, advertising manager, and senior vice president Now he is president of his own marketing consultation and public relations firm, Jeffries & Associates, in Los Angeles
He has worked as manager in New York City for one of the largest offices for the New York State Division of Placement and Unemployment Insurance Later, he became job analyst and consultant to Arma Corp., manufacturers of naval precision instruments, in Brooklyn, N.Y As director of industrial relations with the Urban League in Greater New York, he was instrumental in opening new job categories for the first time for Black people in such companies as: Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue, Dupont, Standard Oil, Sperry Gyroscope, etc Later he was promoted to the National Office of the Urban League as an executive in it's department of industrial relations Jeffries also taught on the graduate
faculty of Columbia University in the field of personnel administration and vocational guidance
Jeffries holds the Bachelor of Science Degree from Wilberforce University in Ohio, with majors in economics and psychology He was granted the Master of Arts Degree from Columbia University in the fields of Vocational Guidance and Personnel Administration Recently, the honorary degree of Doctor of Humanities was bestowed upon him by his alma mater, Wilberforce University
In interpreting and counseling clients on affirmative action programs, marketing programs, executive recruitment, and public relations programs, Jeffries is now serving Coca Cola, Safeway Stores, Exxon Co., U.S.A.; Hiram Walker, Inc.; United Airlines; Miller Brewing Co and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc
He has traveled extensively, consulting with major corporations in the fields of human relations, employment problems, marketing, advertising and sales promotion During his travels in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Hawaii, and the Caribbean, he has observed, firsthand, the sociological and economic factors affecting human relations in these areas. He is a member of the Los Angeles Advertising Club; Public Relations Society of America; Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce; a founder and past president of the National Association of Market Developers; Los Angeles Urban League; the N.A.A.C.P and Southern Christian Leadership Conference
Recently Brother Jeffries was commissioned by President William Tolbert of the Republic of Liberia as Consul for the state of California
Brother JAMES LUCAS was named the 1975 "Outstanding Employee" of the South Carolina Department of Health - South Carolina State Hospital. An Employee Relations Specialist with the department, Brother Lucas was the first person selected for an employee relations position with this 150 year old institution During his stay, he has worked diligently to improve employee relations at all levels of the hospital Regardless of the nature of the problem, he takes all of the time needed to listen to and assist employees on every occasion, frequently assisting with matters in the community on his own time He has consistently demonstrated a fair minded attitude
toward employees and supervisors alike Because of this outstanding characteristic he has been able to work with all employees, including supervisors, in a dignified and effective manner regardless of the severity of
the problem His dedication was lauded with this presentation
Brother Lucas, Life Member No 1884, is an active member and Elder of the Ladson United Presbyterian Church and a member of Alpha Psi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Columbia, South Carolina He is married and has two daughters, one who is working toward her M.A at Yale University and another who is an excellent student at St Andrews Junior High School. Brother Lucas has served on several committees of the South Carolina State Employees Asociation and is very active in the affairs of his alma mater, Benedict College
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Working in the field of news reporting has long been an important part of the life of TV 4 (Cleveland, Ohio) reporter-anchorman Brother LEON BIBB. Brother Bibb joined the staff of the DeMoss Report in February of 1972 and presently holds the position of reporter on weekdays and anchors the successful weekend program, "DeMoss Report."
Before joining AVCO Broadcasting, Leon was working as a reporterphotographer with WTOL-TV in Toledo He was also anchorman and news director of WBGU-TV in Bowling Green, Ohio for one and a half years Prior to becoming a broadcaster, Bibb gained extensive experience as a reporter with the Cleveland Plain Dealer newspaper In his present position, he serves as co-anchorman for Specials, such as Returns on Political Elections Also, Brother Bibb is author of several news articles and short stories that have been published in National or Regional publications A filmed news report on a unique banking system in Columbus prepared by Leon was sent to all NBC affiliates and aired on several network affiliates in the
United States Brother Bibb, a member of the Mid-Ohio Association of Blacks in Communication, is consultant to Columbus Mayor Tom Moody's office on Media Advertising Campaign for Black Police and Fire Officers.
Bibb is a native of Butler, Alabama, but spent his youth in Cleveland where he was graduated from Glenville High School He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism from Bowling Green University and has pursued
graduate studies in Broadcasting at the same university. While at Bowling Green he was initiated into Epsilon Theta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha and was a member of Rho Sigma Mu Broadcasting Honorary Society and the University Chorus As a college undergraduate, Brother Bibb spent quite a bit of time freelancing much of his writing He sold two articles - one to a Toledo newspaper and one to a Washington, D.C magazine In his free time, Bibb continues to pursue writing as a creative activity and engages in numerous creative hobbies
Brother Bibb is a veteran of the U.S Army and a tour of duty in Vietnam where he was awarded the Bronze Star He is married to the former Marguerite Bryant, of Toledo, and they are the parents of one daughter, Jennifer Robyn He is now affiliated with Alpha Rho Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha in Columbus, Ohio
Leon Bibb is one of the most soughtafter broadcasters in the industry and projects a positive image as a person and a journalist for young people to look up to and emulate Leon Bibb is an Alpha man!
Paul King, Jr. reports on Blacks inthe Construction Industry
The participation of Blacks in the construction industry today remains at a dismally low point, fundamentally because of the following reasons:
1 White dominated unions still control the entry training and job placement of labor in the industry. Presently their traditional nepotism and racism have been joined by high unemployment and fear amongst current members, so that the question of Black entry into the building trades can hardly be found on their agenda
2 Many Blacks were lured into the business world during the era of "black capitalism", yet there was very little attention paid to providing these prospective entrepreneurs with the necessary information and training to properly manage and finance their new enterprises. Consequently, the Black contractor, the construction businessman, is in worse condition today than he was five years ago
3. Governmental agencies do not co-operate with each other This is especially true of the Office of Minority Business Enterprise (OMBE) which is the agency charged with much Black contractor responsibility OMBE suffers from underfunding, and receives an unauthentic response from other agencies ordered by the President to co-operate
While one hesitates to sound excessively pessimistic, it is necessary to face the facts squarely in order to devise solutions, which we propose to do here According to data presented by the Black Economic Research Center (headed by Alpha man Robert Browne) on "The Impact of the Current Economic Crisis on Black-Owned Business", the future for Blacks in the construction industry is bleak This is true in regard to both the contractor and the craftsman. The report states that while the over all "death rate" for corporate firms in the U.S is 0.5% per year, the corresponding rate for Black
firms during 1972-75 was "more than 13% per year, for a total of 40.2% over the three year period Contract construction firms in particular showed a 50% rate of failure during this same period
Meanwhile, the over all unemployment rate in the construction industry stands at about 18%, although in some areas it's as high as 40% The token advances made in promoting black apprenticeship training into the building trades have been all but halted in light of the depression existing in the industry The role of training is not only important in relationship to employment; but admission to the trade unions and the acquisition of the concomitant skills have traditionally been the main avenue for entry into the construction industry as a businessman or contractor.
In commenting on the Chicago Plan in which I played a major role the authors of The Negro and Apprenticeship state that "a major obstacle is locating qualified applicants." How often have we heard this argument? It is quite clear that in an industry permeated by racism the "qualifications" have been devised in such a way that Blacks are inherently excluded Any good faith action on the part of the building trades must show a willingness to adjust the "qualifications" so that Blacks may become involved on the level that we deserve
The current attacks being made on affirmative action gains, compounded by the traditional woes suffered by black businesses being aggravated under present economic strains, forces those of us within the construction industry to call for an Emergency Survival Act We feel that there needs to be a national office of construction to oversee and coordinate the various governmental agencies that handle affairs within the industry
But I believe that there is much that a force like APA can do to help bring about change in this area Many of the strides that I've made personally can be traced largely to the availability of Alpha expertise Brothers like Judge Sidney Jones, Dick Mahone, Oscar C Brown and Lewis Caldwell have all given me their assistance and have made significant contributions in dealing with the problems that we've outlined. Alpha Brother Erwin France played a decisive role in obtaining Technical Assistance funding for the United Builders Association of Chicago, through Chicago's Model Cities program Outlined below are some of the ways in which professional men with APA can give their support:
1 Lawyers can start suits against racial discrimination by unions
2 Colleges can begin to establish linkages between students and Black businesses
3 Judges can support vacational training in correctional institutions
4 Government officials like former OFCC Director John Wilks (an Alpha man) can create Black contractor sensitivity within their agencies
5 Media leaders such as John H Johnson can provide information and help educate the public
Paul King,Jr., Executive Director of the United Builders Association of Chicago, is Chairmanof the Labor Committee and also on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Minority Contractors. Also a member of the Construction Subcommittee of the Minority Business Opportunity Committee, he owns a painting contracting firm. Mr. King studied atthe Universityof Chicago,hastaught African History atCentral YMCACollegein CHicago; andis currently astudent, writer, andlecturer on African Studies and Contemporary Black Affairs after receiving a specialgrantfromRoosevelt University.
Mr. King is active in construction affairs involving builders across the nation. As a member of the Coalition for United Community Action he participated in the development of the first Chicago Plan. He was instrumental in securing simultaneous funding for the United Builders Association of Chicago from the OMBE,SBA,and Chicago Model Cities; and Department of Labor funding for the NationalAssociation of Minority ContractorsLaborCommittee.
Paul King's work has been featured in Engineering News Record, Chicago Dodge Construction News, and Black Business Digest Hispaper, "Delirium or Imperium" - a discussion of Blackbusiness andits roleinthe Black liberation struggle • has been published in two parts in The Black Scholar Magazine. Hee has testified before the Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare, and moderated panels at Chicago State University and at the NationalBlack Housing Development Conference in Newark,NewJersey.
Conventions ofthe NationalBarAssociation,the NationalAssociationof Human Rights Workers, the Industrialized Building Congress, and the National Business League as well as Black contractors and workers organizations in Denver, Seattle, Memphis, Atlanta, New Orleans, Philadelphia,Indianapolis, Houston, and Miami have heard his message abouttheplight oftheminority contractor.
6 Public agency and department heads have a responsibility to become involved.
7 And the many others who 6-10 years ago were the "token Blacks" who survived our period of "benign neglect" have an important role to play A kind of construction consciousness must be created that helps Blacks get the maintenance contracts at your corporate offices The hotel that you now manage ought to have Blacks in on its maintenance construction
These are the challenges, and the options are clear If we move quickly, perhaps we can develop a Black private sector capable of financing "the control of Black life in the hands of Black People" Recalling that APA was first in recognizing the need for Black unity on specific issues, i.e the value in togetherness for Blacks in the nation's colleges in 1906, it seems that herein lies the opportunity to initiate action of substance once again
Contract construction has made up about 10% of the nation's Gross National Product in recent years Among Black-owned enterprises, it is the large employer of Black workers The fraternity has a challenge placed before it that can be simply stated:
Does APA have the collective will to address its vast resources (in the form of powerful, well educated Black men) to create a better atmosphere for Black participation in construction?
We expect APA to take up this challenge and move forward in this direction But time is an important factor that we must be careful not to waste You can share a personal thought of mine - the first time my son Paul King, III will be able to vote for a U.S. President, will be in 1984!
NEW SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION
Brother William T. Coleman, Jr.
Brother WILLIAM T. COLEMAN, JR., became the nation's fourth Secretary of Transportation on March 7, 1975, when he was administered the oath of office at a ceremony conducted by President Gerald R Ford at the White House President Ford nominated Secretary Coleman to the cabinet position on January 14, 1975 The Senate confirmed his nomination on March 3, 1975.
Secretary Coleman entered office following a distinguished career in law, business and public service that included advisory or consultant positions to four former Presidents
At the time of his nomination, he was the senior partner in the law firm of Dilworth, Paxson, Kalish, Levy & Coleman of Philadelphia and special counsel to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Additionally, he was a director of Pan Pan American World Airways, Inc., Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, First Pennsylvania Corporation, Philadelphia Electric Company and Western Saving Fund Society He was also a member of the board of governors of the American Stock Exchange and a trustee of both the Rand Corporation and The Brookings Institution
Born in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, Secretary Coleman attended local public schools and was graduated summa cum laude in 1941 from the University of Pennsylvania He is a 1946 magna cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School, where he was a member of the board of editors of the Harvard Law Review and recipient of the Joseph E Beale Prize
Secretary Coleman began his law career in 1947 as law secretary to Judge Herbert F Goodrich of the U.S Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. The next year he became a U.S Supreme Court law clerk, serving on the staff of the late Justice Felix Frankfurter
Secretary Coleman has held several national-level public service positions In 1969 he was a member of the U.S delegation to the 24th session of the United Nations General Assembly; in 1971-1972, a member of the National Commission on Productivity; from 1963 to 1975, consultant to the U.S Arms Control and Disarmament Agency; in 1964 senior consultant and assistant counsel to the President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy; and from 1959 through 1961, a member of President Eisenhower's Committee on Government Employment Policy
An ardent defender of civil rights, Secretary Coleman was one of the authors of the legal brief that persuaded the Supreme Court in 1954 to outlaw segregation in public schools. In 1965, he was retained by former Governor Scranton of Pennsylvania to assist in removing racial restrictions at Girard College in Philadelphia He has served as a member of the national legal committee, director, member of the executive committee and president of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund He has also served as a board member and president of the Earl Warren Legal Training Program
Among the professional organizations with which Secretary Coleman is or has been associated are the American College of Trial Lawyers, the Council on Foreign Relations, the American Law Institute, the American Bar Association and the American Arbitration Association
Brother Coleman was initiated into Alpha Phi Alpha at Psi Chapter (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) in 1941.In 1945, Secretary Coleman married the former Lovida Hardin, then of New Orleans, Lousiana. Brother and Mrs. Coleman have three children — William T Coleman, III,Lovida Hardin Coleman, and Hardin L. Coleman.
TOP OF THE PAGE: All roads lead to the beach Miami Beach, that is This beautiful city is the site for the 69th Anniversary Convention, August 1-7,1975, with headquarters at the luxurious Hotel Fontainebleau So be sure to pack your beach-wear and "Follow Me To Miami."
This year's convention will address the problems of black business in today's economy Workshops, seminars, and speakers from across the nation will identify the problems facing black entrepreneurs and seek ways in which these obstacles may be overcome through individual and group efforts Dr ROBERT BROWNE, the dynamic Alpha brother who is Executive Director of the Black Economics Research Center, is working with the Convention Committee in planning the format for "Alpha's Outreach to Business." Also joining this effort will be Alpha's Business Encouragement Commission under the Co-Chairmanship of Brothers JOHN H. JOHNSON and LEROY JEFFRIES. The work of Alpha Phi Alpha in the area of black economics promises to be an effort equal in social importance to the Fraternity's pioneering efforts in the civil rights movement
Alpha "politics" will also be in high gear at the Miami convention As you know, if more than two (2) candidates are nominated for the office of General President, the convention shall vote to select the two candidates whose names shall appear on the mail ballot. Each financial brother will then be entitled to vote (in the spring of 1976) to select a General President for the term beginning January 1, 1977 and ending December 31, 1978 The results of the balloting will be announced during the 1976 General Convention Thus, Miami will be the scene of a "Presidential primary," during which some of Alpha's most outstanding brothers will seek the Fraternity's highest office Don't miss Convention '75 — "FOLLOW ME TO MIAMI BEACH."
WHO, WHAT AND WHERE
Regional Round-Up . . . Elections also headed the list of activities at this year's regional conventions New regional vice presidents and assistant vice presidents were chosen for each of the Fraternity's five regions The new officers (who will take office at the Miami convention) are:
EASTERN REGION:
Vice President, HENRY GRAY GILLEM;
Assistant Vice President, THOMAS GRAY ALLSTON, III.
MIDWESTERN REGION:
Vice President, THOMAS PAWLEY, III;
Assistant Vice President, CHARLES SMITH.
SOUTHERN REGION:
Vice President, OZELL SUTTON;
Assistant Vice President, ISAAC MILLER.
SOUTHWESTERN REGION: Vice President, GEORGE THOMPSON;
Assistant Vice President, LUCIUS ALEXANDER.
WESTERN REGION: Vice President, ROGERNALD JACKSON;
Assistant Vice President, BENNIEJ. HARRIS, JR.
Profiles of these new members of the Board of Directors will be included in the October issue of the Sphinx.
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Speaking of Alpha's Board of Directors, three of its current members were recently in the news - (1)Brother CHARLES P. HOWARD, JR., the
nation's top black lawyer, was cited in Ebony's 100 Most Influential Black Americans for his work as President of the National Bar Association Brother Howard also represented the Bar Association at an April 15, 1975, "Tuesday at the White House" meeting of the Justice Department's Law Enforcement Assistant Administration The meeting brought together representatives of civic organizations and prominent black leaders to explore ways of curbing the rising crime rate through direct community involvement. Other Alpha brothers attending included General President WALTER WASHINGTON and Assistant Executive Secretary JAMES B BLANTON (representing Alpha Phi Alpha), and Atlanta's Public Safety Commissioner REGINALD EAVES
(2) Brother LEVEN C. WEISS was cited by the members of Gamma Lambda Chapter in Detroit, Michigan in recognition of his dedication and service to the chapter A plaque was presented to Brother Weiss at Gamma Lambda's Founders' Day Banquet on March 21, 1975
Brother Weiss, who is currently an appellate conferee at the Internal Revenue Service, is a model of the "True Alpha Spirit." He is board member of Gamma Lambda Chapter, Lewis Business College, People's Community Services, Treasurer of the Alpha Phi Alpha (Detroit) Building Foundation, member of the Central Budget Committee of the United Community Services, and recently elected Treasurer of the Detroit Branch of the NAACP
In addition, he is General Treasurer of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., a Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha and the NAACP, a member of numerous organizations which include the Michigan Bar Association, Wolverine Bar Association, National Business Education Association, and the
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National Association of Internal Revenue Employees
As a member of Gamma Lambda, Brother Weiss served as President for four years, and as a National and Regional Convention Delegate of the chapter for three years
He received his B.S Degree from the University of Detroit in 1948 and his Law Degree from the University of Detroit in 1955
Brother Weiss, through his involvement in the community and Alpha, has served as an inspiration and model to countless younger and older Brothers of Gamma Lambda, thus making true our motto: "First of All, Servants of All. We Shall Transcend All."
(3) Brother JAMES R WILLIAMS, Midwestern Vice President and member of the Akron, Ohio City Council, has been elected Chairman of the Summit County Council of Governments (COG) Brother Williams, a member of the Law Firm of Parms, Purnell and Williams, had served as Vice-Chairman of COG for two terms prior to his election as Chairman
COG is an organization of all of the governments of Summit County and attempts to coordinate governmental services and programs county-wide Realizing the need for regional cooperation, the COG has provided the format which enables the representatives of the various local governmental units in Summit County to discuss regional problems and cooperate in searching for solutions that are agreeable to all participating members.
In addition to his duties as Chairman of COG, Midwestern Vice President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, and membership on the Akron City Council, Brother Williams serves as President of the Legal Aid Society, and Chairman of Alpha Phi Alpha Homes, Inc., the developer of the Fraternity's 11 -V6
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million dollar housing program in Akron He also holds membership on a number of Community Boards and Commissions
Correction In our last issue we stated that the William H Hale Memorial Fund had been established in honor of our late Past General President by the Black Student Union of the University of Utah; we have been informed that this tribute was, in fact, made by the BSU of Utah State University in Logan, Utah Sorry about the goof!
Executive Secretary WILLIAM H. WALKER has been busy traveling across the country establishing contact with the brothers; trips included: Detroit, Michigan; Lexington, Kentucky; and Brunswick, Georgia, where he conducted Omega rites for convention Sergeant-At-Arms FRED D. ATWATER.
Encore ...Brother HUGH WILSON, cited in the last issue for his outstanding work at Chicago's Drexel National Bank, is in the news again Brother Wilson was recently elected Vice President and Cashier of the South Side Bank, also in Chicago Wilson brings years of banking expertise to his new position as Chief Operations Officer at the South Side Bank Prior to serving in every capacity of banking management at the Drexel Bank he headed his own accounting firm specializing in corporation and partnership Federal taxes, as well as trust and estate planning
For the Sports Buff ...The brothers of Tau Chapter can be heard for miles cheering on former chapter member NICK WEATHERSPOON who is turning in an outstanding performance in the National Basketball Association Play-offs for the Capital Bullets.
The brothers of Cleveland, who scaled new heights when they passed St Louis in total Life Membership participants at the Midwest Regional, have scored another touchdown with ALVA TABOR, JR. Brother Tabor is a member of Delta Alpha Lambda and an integral part of the Cleveland Browns' coaching staff In addition to some high school coaching at Port Arthur, Texas, he has coached successfully at Texas Southern, Wiley College and Fort Valley State How about a few more cheers for DAL?
BOTTOM LINE: As this issue went to press, we were still receiving articles for publication. All materials not used in this issue will be printed in the October issue PLEASE NOTE: the deadline for articles to be included in the October issue is September 1, 1975 Let us hear about your accomplishments during the year and/or your plans for the upcoming fraternal year Remember, the Sphinx is your magazine
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Brother OSWALD PERRY BRONSON was elected Fourth President of Bethune-Cookman College in Daytona Beach, Florida. Dr. Bronson succeeds Brother Richard V. Moore in this capacity. Dr. Moore served twentyeight (28) years as President of Bethune-Cookman and will retire on June 30, 1975.
The President-Elect is presently serving as the President of the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, Georgia, a post he has held for seven years He will assume his new duties on July 1, 1975 Brother Bronson graduated from BethuneCookman College with the B.S Degree; Gammon Theological Seminary, Atlanta, Georgia with the M.A Degree; and Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois with the Doctor of Philosophy Degree
Dr Moore will continue to serve the college as Chancellor in charge of Fund raising
Brother LYMAN B. BROOKS, retiring president of Norfolk State College (Virginia) after 37 years, was honored at a testimonial dinner in Norfolk's Scope Cultural and Convention Center on February 1st Over 1,000 persons joined in the salute to Dr Brooks for his "commitment to education." History was made when Mr J Hugo Madison, Rector of the Board of Visitors, announced that the newly-constructed Norfolk State Library building would be named in honor of the retiring president Brooks is the first individual in the existence of the school to be so honored
Brother Brooks became associated with Norfolk State in June of 1938, when it was the Norfolk branch of Virginia Union University He presided over a staff of four persons with an annual budget of $10,000 Norfolk State is now a 4-year degree granting institution, encompassing master's level programs and enrolling approximately 7,500 students
In addition to having the library bear his name, a $2,000 scholarship was also instituted in his name - and Dr Brooks was awarded a $5,000 vacation
Brother L.B FRASIER, Vice President-Agency Director of North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company, was given the Distinguished Alumni Award by South Carolina State College on the occasion of their 79th Founders' Day Exercises Brother Frasier graduated from South Carolina State College with an A.B Degree in 1931 The 79th Founders' Day Exercises were held March 9, 1975 in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Auditorium.
Frasier was initiated in Beta Delta Chapter in 1929 - 45 years ago, and has been an active, dedicated, loyal Alpha man all these years He is a Life Member
Brother Frasier joined North Carolina Mutual Insurance Company as an agent in December 1932 in Union, South Carolina He was promoted to Assistant Manager and sent to Memphis, Tennessee in March 1935 Following that, he served as an Assistant Manager in the Spartanburg and the Winston-Salem districts before being promoted to the Home Office Agency Staff in February 1941 He has served as Special Agent, Agency Supervisor, Agency Secretary, Associate Agency Director, Agency Director and finally Vice PresidentAgency Director January 1, 1970. He has served well in each capacity during
his 42 years of continuous service
In addition to his work career and his efforts in behalf of his Alma Mater and Alpha, Brother Frasier has given generously of his time and talent to his community. His civic affiliations include: The Durham Business and Professional Chain, Durham Committee on Negro Affairs, P. T. A. Activity, Durham Chapter North Carolina Symphony, and currently serves as Vice President of the North Carolina Symphony and North Carolina State Business League
Religious and fraternal activities include membership at White Rock Baptist Church where he is currently President of the Senior Choir and member of the Trustee Board and Chairman of the Church's Million Dollar Building Fund Committee Brother Frasier served as President of Alpha Phi Lambda and Beta Theta Lambda Chapters and as a member of the National Finance Committee 1958 to 1963 A 32° Mason and Shriner, he is a member of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity Brother Frasier is married to the former Elizabeth Jones and they are the parents of four sons, all of whom are doing well Leroy, Jr., is an English Teacher at George Washington High School, New York City; Ralph is Vice President and Assistant General Counsel of the Wachovia Bank in WinstonSalem, North Carolina and is also an Alpha man William Jones is the Assistant Manager of the Group Division of the Aetna Life Insurance Company, and Anthony Jones is the Development Manager of the Flying
Tiger Aircraft Company of Los Angeles, California Leroy and Ralph were pioneers in the fight for school integration back in the late fifties, being the first blacks admitted to the undergraduate school of the University of North Carolina
The Distinguished Alumni Award comes to Brother Frasier near the end of his work career and is a fitting tribute for his dedication and contributions to his school, his community and Alpha
Brother OWEN L. HEGGS received the 1975 Distinguished Service Award from the Cleveland (Ohio) Jaycees as one of the city's Outstanding Young Citizens Brother Heggs, 32, was one of 10 citizens chosen annually (ages 18 - 35) in recognition of their salient contributions and leadership in the community He brings an impressive list of credentials with his honor, having served as an attorney with three law firms, a Navy attorney in Vietnam, an administrative assistant to Congressman Louis Stokes (D-OH), and an officer in numerous community organizations, including Delta Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc
Brother Heggs was 29 when he was elected to the Board of Trustees of Case Western Reserve University in 1971 He served in that capacity until his transition to the CWRU faculty On December 1 5, 1974 he was made an Associate Professor in CWRU's School of Law Heggs received a B.A degree from Howard University and his Juris Doctor degree from Western Reserve Law School
Active in community affairs, Brother Heggs is serving his third year as President and Chairman of the Board of the Urban League of Greater Cleveland, and is a Vice Chairman of the Cuyahoga Plan He is a member of the Businessmen's Interracial Committee on Community Affairs, a Trustee of the Ohio State Legal Services Administration the Greater Cleveland Growth Corporation, and the Karamu House He is also a member of the Cleveland Heights Planning Commission, the Rehabilitation Review and Allocation Panel of United Torch Services, and the Professional Ethics and Public Affairs Committee of the Bar Association of Greater Cleveland, and host of "Here It Is," a talk show on Cleveland's WKYC-TV on Saturdays Initiated in 1963 at Beta Chapter (Howard U.), Brother Heggs and his
wife, Brenda, reside in Cleveland Heights, Ohio
Brother EARL F. HILLIARD, was appointed Chairman of the Business and Labor Subcommittee of the Alabama State Legislature; presently, he is serving his first term in the Alabama House of Representative At the time of his appointment, Brother Hilliard was a practicing attorney with the law firm of Hilliard, Jackson & Barnes in Birmingham, Alabama
He is a member of Omicron Lambda Alumni Chapter in Birmingham, Alabama He is the holder of a B.S degree in Economics from Morehouse College, M.B.A degree from Atlanta University, and a J.D degree from Howard University School of Law. He is also regional representative for the State of Alabama for the National Bar Association and Vice President of the Metropolitan Business Association of Jefferson County, Alabama
Brother ELMER C JACKSON was appointed head of the Kansas Board of Regents, the governing body of Kansas' state colleges and universities Brother Jackson is the first and only Black to serve on this board.
A Kansas City resident, Jackson is in
his sixth year on the board, which supervises operations of the state's six institutions of higher learning — University of Kansas (Lawrence) and its Medical Center in Kansas City; Kansas State Univeristy (Manhattan); Wichita State University (Wichita); Emporia Kansas State College (Emporia); Kansas State College (Pittsburg); and Fort Hays Kansas State College.
In his new position, Brother Jackson will oversee the higher education of over 60,000 students attending these schools
Brother Jackson earned both his Bachelor's and Law Degrees from the University of Kansas A 1935 law graduate, he received the KU Law School's Distinguished Alumnus Citation last year He has practiced law in Kansas City since his graduation
Active in bar groups, he has been President of the National Bar Association (1959-61) and is a member of the American, Kansas and Wyandotte County bar associations He is a past Executive Director of the Wyandotte County Legal Aid Society and is a director on its board
A member of Beta Lambda Chapter, Brother Jackson and his wife, Lucille Wright Jackson, live in Kansas City.
Brother JEROME McCLAIN, Asistant Vice President of Society National Bank in Cleveland, Ohio, now serves as Branch Manager of the bank's Erieview Office in Cleveland's downtown financial district. An acknowledged leader in the civic, political, religious, educational and economic arenas of Greater Cleveland, Brother McClain also utilizes his banking expertise as Treasurer of Alpha's Delta Alpha Lambda Chapter in that city A graduate of East Technical High School (Cleveland) and Central State University, Brother McClain is one of the most respected members of the banking community
Brother McClain is a member of Phi Alpha Theta Honorary History Fraternity and received an award for Community Service in 1971 from the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Among others, he is a Trustee of United Torch Services, St Paul AME Church, the Cleveland NAACP, the Urban League of Cleveland, the Cuyahoga Plan, and Chairman of the Advisory Committee of the Ohio Civil Rights Commission
Brother McClain and his wife, Jeanette, reside in Warrensville Heights, Ohio
Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote "Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year He only is rich who owns the day, and no one owns the day who allows it to be invaded with worry, fret and anxiety Finish every day and be done with it This day is all that is good and fair It is too dear to waste a moment on the yesterdays" and this seems to have been the philosophy of Brother (Dr.) L. L. MELTON of Beaumont, Texas Brother Melton is a native of Louisiana and spent his childhood in Abbeville before his late father, Nicholas Melton, moved across the Sabine River into the Lone Star State -Texas
Dr Melton's life history reads like a book of fiction; He has a long list of achievements, many of them only recently made known, that stand as living testimonials to "his life of dedicated service to his fellowmen." Through service to his fellowmen, Dr Melton, without "fanfare," has made his world about him a better place for all mankind and he believes that "this is the true meaning of brotherhood."
As a practicing dentist, Brother Melton has made his contributions to the health and welfare of all seeking his professional service or advice But, we are not to "praise him for his achievements as a dentist, because that is his chosen life's work," and even here we could point out his work in his local, state and national dentalaffiliated organizations, which certainly would be testimonials to both his personality and training received at the Howard University Dental School, but looking further into his life we find that through the years "he has been concerned about the progress of his people and better race relations."
In a recent interview released by one of Beaumont's Daily papers, which praised him as "a born leader seeking no acclaim, no fanfares Because of what he is and has done this Beaumont dentist has won a community's great respect," it was reported that where Brother Melton admits that integration has brought about changes which he never dreamed he'd see, as the right for all men to vote, the opening of doors to eating places which had always been closed in the faces of blacks But Dr Melton doesn't see the integration matter worked out in his life time He had this to say about the overall picture - "Man's heart is not integrated If his heart is integrated everything else will follow. I doubt that I'll live to see it The consciousness of race and color still lives within us."
Brother Melton is an advocate of
organizational support and participation In the truest sense he is "an activist" and not a "loner." He is people oriented and his greatest joy is "fellowshipping with his fellowmen" be they in his masonic order, veterans' organizations, his college fraternity, dental and scientific groups, the YMCA or Prince Hall Shriners Dr Melton is a thirty-third degree Prince Hall Mason and is Deputy Imperial Potentate of the Shriners (A.E.A.O.N.M.S.) and next year will see him as the highest officer, that of Imperial Potentate Alpha Phi Alpha has meant much to Brother Melton through the years His fraternity has been as dear to him as has been his very charming wife, Bessie Young, whom he married in 1931 Although they have no children, Laddie, as most of his friends call him, is "Uncle Cabbage" to boys and girls across this country
Now, what are some of those monuments that stand as testimonials to him - "A year ago when the Neches Street YMCA dedicated a new facility it was endowed with the name "L L Melton Family, YMCA;" at his alma mater, the grid record of four undefeated seasons still stands; in New Orleans are found a number of football and baseball stars he coached while at Straight College (now Dillard University); he introduced indoor basketball to New Orleans; he formed the Dorie Miller American Legion Post and served as commander in Beaumont; he was the second black king in Neches River Festival and was one of the originators of the Beaumont Goodwill Council
L L Melton has been a living testimonial of what "manly deeds can do and accomplish when they are dedicated to upliftment." L L Melton is an ALPHA man!
Brother JAMES R. TANNER is Assistant Superintendent for Corriculum and Instruction for the Cleveland (Ohio) School System Brother Tanner became the first Black to be appointed to such a position in the State of Ohio when he assumed the position nine years ago. His exemplary record and dedication have since paved the way for others across the state to hold important administrative positions
Brother Tanner has experienced almost every phase of the educational arena, having served as a classroom teacher, counselor, educational planner, administrator, and a college instructor He was educated at Wilberforce University, The University of Chicago and Teachers College, Columbia University Dr Tanner is engaged in a number of special projects, including serving as a Consultant for the United States Office of Education
Appointed by the Governor of Ohio to the Ohio Educational Television Network Commission, Brother Tanner is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Cleveland Guidance Center and the Board of Overseers of Case Western Reserve University He is a member of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, American Association of School Administrators, Phi Delta Kappa, and the Wilberforce University Alumni Association An outstanding civic leader, Brother Tanner serves on the Advisory Councils of the Natural Science Museum of Cleveland and Booth Memorial Hospital and is a member of the Rotary Club, Citizens League, Board of The Hiram House, and St James AME Church
Brother Tanner is a member of Delta Alpha Lambda Chapter, where he served as Chapter President (1963-65) He and his wife, Alma, are the parents of four children and are residents of Cleveland
Brother JAMES R. WILLIS, JR. has begun a promising career in pharmaceutical sales with the Upjohn Company's St Louis office Brother Willis earned his B.A. degree in Pre-medicine and Social Work at the University of Miami-Coral Gables (Florida) and in 1974 completed classroom requirements toward his Masters Degree in Rehabilitation and Counseling. He has also served three years in the United States Air Force in Vietnam as a Medical Corpsman Brother Willis was initiated into Eta Delta at the university of Miami, Coral Gables
CHAPTER NEWS
EAST
Pennsylvania
Zeta Omicron Lambda Chapter (Philadelphia, PA) kicked off this fraternal year by launching "A Stronger Drive for 1975" This motto served as the standard for an entire range of chapter programs aimed at community improvement - tutorials, scholarships and awards, honoring outstanding citizens, etc - as well as the duty of serving as co-hosts for the 1975 Eastern Regional Convention
One of the most outstanding features of the chapter's program is its Life Membership Drive, under the direction of Brother Charles L Keels
Officers of Zeta Omicron Lambda for 1974-75 are:
Leonard W. Sloan, President; Charles L Keels, Vice President; Richard Bryan, Recording Secretary; Frank Smith, Financial Secretary; William McCray, Corresponding Secretary; Hugh F. Morris, Treasurer; Rev. Henry Bryan, Chaplain; Vincent E Hawkins, Sergeant at Arms; Edward Wilkins, Editor to the Sphinx; Robert Myers, Jr., Historian; Bennie G. McMorris, Director of Education; Earl McCrary, Dean of Pledges; and Levan Gordon, Parliamentarian.
Virginiastate
The 30 brothers of Beta Gamma chapter are actively promoting the true spirit of brotherhood and black pride in every facet of college and community life at Virginia State College
The year 1974 was spearheaded with members tutoring parentally deprived children at the nearby Baptist Children's Home In an effort to combat juvenile delinquency, brothers participated in renovating the A P Hill Community Center, located in the neighboring city of Petersburg, lota Phi Chi, a high school fraternity of Petersburg High, chose Alpha from among the many other organizations on campus to request guidance and leadership as their honorary big brothers and advisors
The spring semester ended and the college administration found itself without an acting President Dr Walker H Quarles, a brother of the Nu Lambda graduate chapter was appointed to and is now serving in the capacity of interim President for V S C However, he was not without support from the undergraduate chapter During that same semester two of our most influential and articulate brothers, John Perkins and Frederic Santiago were elected to the Student Government as coordinators of finance and welfare respectively To add further Alpha strength and zeal to the administration, Brother William T. Syphax, the very prominent and well known contractor from Arlington, Virginia, became Rector of the Board of Visitors
Summer rolled around and the men of Beta Gamma were still thinking of new ideas and ways of rekindling school spirit and morale Plans were made and contracts signed to have a soul rock concert, featuring Mandrill, which was to be given for the returning students in the fall This event known as the Black and Gold Positive Thing, resulted in the largest turnout the campus had yet seen The zest for the betterment of campus and community was inspired as 28 lovely young ladies were inducted into the co-working Sweetheart Club, known as the Alphabettes
Academics is a must for the brothers of Beta Gamma, as it is mandatory to
maintain a grade point average of at least 2.5 before and after the pledge period Not only do they excel in academics, but also belong to and participate in a medley of extra-curricular activities such as Beta Beta Beta and Phi Beta Lambda honor societies, the Social Science Club, the Pre-Med Club, the year book staff, the school newspaper, the V S C Marching Band, Minority Students Biomedical Studies Program, Harabee African Dancers, Baseball Team, Economics Club, Sociology Club, Accounting Club, and both the Gospel and Concert Choral Ensembles
maryland
"Women, though kept behind the scenes, have had a significant influence on the course of events that have shaped the history of this nation," said the Hon C Delores Tucker, Secretary of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as she addressed a crowd at a program in Silver Spring, Maryland, during Black History Week "The Black Woman," she continued, "who had to assume the leadership position in the home because of the inferior role given to the Black man, had to stand firm in the face of great odds in an effort to instill confidence and hope in her man and the family."
Ms Tucker, the nation's highest Black woman in state government, was guest speaker for the "Black History" program entitled, "A Salute to Black Women in American History" - sponsored by the Montgomery County (MD) chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.,lota Upsilon Lambda. She urged Black women not to become complacent because of the progress women have made over the past few years in getting elected to positions in national, state, and local governments She also noted that women have made
Brothers of Beta Gamma Chapter, Virginia State: (kneeling) Brothers Charles Goodman, James Bright, Ron Shelton, Harold Layne and Dirwin Clark. (Second Row) Brothers Delano Lipscomb, Jerome Sharpe, John Perkins, Ronald Allen, Frederick Santiago and James Hagwood. (Background) Brothers Leon Evans, Robert Hunter, Lloyd Dallas, George Collins, Don Young, Bernard Brown, Marshall Wright, Gilbert Stovall and Cruso Brown.
many inroads into the nation's job market — but advised them to continue the struggle for equality on all fronts.
This inspirational program was highlighted by a performance given by the Southwest Youth Awareness Dance Group from the District of Columbia, under the direction of John Terry; plus vocal selections by the Spiritual Gospelettes of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Rockville, Maryland
Ms Tucker was presented a National Achievement Award for her accomplishments in state government
Ms Edith Throckmorton, the 72year-old President of the Montgomery County NAACP, was given a "Black Woman of the Year" award
Mrs Myra Callis, widow of Alpha founder Dr Henry A Callis, was presented a special appreciation and commendation award by Alpha's Past General President Belford V Lawson, Jr Officers of the program committee were: James A Thompson, Chairman; Silas Craft, Adrian Nelson, Samuel Yette, and John Thompson
new york
On the move ! ! After many unsuccessful attempts a chapter has been formed in the Mid-Hudson Valley of Upstate New York Kappa Upsiion Lambda was chartered on December 3, 1974 Thanks to Brother Adedokun A Oshoniyi (Ade) of Gamma Chapter (Virginia Union University) and Eta Chi Lambda (Rockland County) for his diligence and dedication Brother Oshoniyi organized the first meeting held on September 18, 1974 at which seven brothers were present
The chapter reclaims brothers from Dutchess, Orange and Ulster counties. The chapter formed itself on the principles and ideas of reclamation of brothers, rededication of brothers to
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Life Membership Drive, Scholarship, Tutoring and Counseling of youths and love for all mankind
Our Life Membership Drive has already produced two Life members whose dues are to be fully paid by June 1975 and several committments of subscribers.
Since the date of the first meeting, the membership has grown to twentyfive brothers The names of the brothers are as follows: Adedokun Oshoniyi, President; James Royal, Jr., Vice President; Samuel Tucker, Secretary; Gerald Andrews, Treasurer; John Stroud, Editor-to-SphinxHistorian; and the following members: William Crawford, Wiston Gandy, Samuel Hodge, Dr Elmer Leigh, James McLaughlin, Richard Peterson, Vernon Perry, Jr., Frank Reid, Dr James Stith, Robert Threadgill, Jesse Wilkerson, Edward Weeks, Fambro Kendrick, Dr. Hilary Baker, George Bowles, Herbert Horton, Joseph Jones, Dr Amos Lewis, Theordore Macks, Victor Morris, Edward Wilkinson
Pennsylvania
Zeta Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. recently held its Black and Gold Founder's Day Ball, a Dinner Dance, at the Her-
Zeta Theta Lambda members in conversation at Founder's Day Ball (from left) Dildred Lowman, President, Charles Bass, M.C.; Thaddeus Phillips and Joseph Alsberry, Vice-president.
shey Convention Center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania After a buffet supper, the fraternity members and their guests listened to the music of Louis Henderson, instrumentalist and vocalist who has recently returned to the Harrisburg area after entertaining in supper clubs in Dallas, Texas. A group from Philadelphia provided music for the dancing Brother James Portlock was the general chairman for the event
MIDWEST michigan
Kappa Delta Lambda began the new program year with two laudable firsts for the chapter and the Black community of the state Brother Blanche Martin, D.D.S., a Democrat and the first Black elected to the Board of Trustees of Michigan State Univeristy has been elected Chairman of the Board He is also an academic AilAmerican from Michigan State University A second Michigan State University All-American and immediate past chapter president, Brother Don Coleman, Ph.D., has been elected to the National Football Foundation Hall of Fame
The chapter's second annual gala, the "Black and Gold" Sweetheart Ball, held in February at the newly opened Long Convention Center was a major highlight of the social season for the chapter and the community Four hundred guests were in attendance, including a number of brothers from Gamma Tau, Michigan State University and lota Chi Lambda, Saginaw. This affair has been successfully guided by Brother Richard Letts, Director of Human Relations of the City of Lansing
Other major chapter activities have been participation in Founders Day celebration with lota Chi Lambda, the upcoming Jabberwock and nonpartisan support of candidates for the local school board elections In May, under the co-chairmenship of Brother Richard Letts and Brother Wilbur Howard, chapter Vice-President and staff member of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission, the third annual golf scholarship tournament will be held at Akers Golf Course, Michigan State University. A second scholarship fund-raising effort on the planning board of a committee chaired by Brother Amos Johnson, Financial Aid Program, Michigan State University, is a musical galaxy
The chapter's officers are: James Theodore Jones, President; Wilbur
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Brothers of Kappa Upsilon Lambda
The Hon. C. Delores Tucker, lota Upsilon Lambda speaker
Howard, Vice-President; Kirby Kirskey, Secretary; Robert Brown, Jr., Treasurer; Theodore Chavis, Editor to the Sphinx; William B Harrison, Historian; Richard D Letts, Parliamentarian; and Harry W Taylor, Sergeant at Arms.
michigan
The Brothers of lota Chi Lambda Chapter, their wives and friends, celebrated this chapter's Fourth Founders' Day on February 21, 1975 The chapter consists of brothers from the Tri-City Area of Michigan
The Founders' Day dinner was held in Midland, Michigan at the Ramada Inn's Garden Room The meeting was of special importance to the Brothers of lota Chi Lambda as they hosted Brother James R. Williams, Midwestern Vice President, and Michigan State Director Robert Chillison Brother Williams' topic for that evening covered two subjects of prime interest to all Alphamen:
1 the "motto" and what it means to us and the community
2 Life Membership
Other brothers in attendance were from Lansing and Flint, Michigan as well as a number of the chapter's charter members A farewell breakfast was held for Brother Williams that next morning where further discussion was held concerning Life Membership and the Midwestern inApril
lota Chi Lambda now has 30 members active in the chapter, including two Life Members The chapter has established a Dr Martin Luther King,Jr Scholarship This scholarship is now in its third year and is awarded to an outstanding young man in the Tri-City Area of Michigan
northern Illinois u.
Epsilon Phi Chapter was founded on May 4, 1964 on the campus of Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois Thus, Alpha Phi Alpha (Epsilon Phi) became the first Black greek-letter organization in this predominately white environment Since that time the chapter has continued to be in the forefront at NIL) and in the Black community.
Leadership at NIU is synonymous with Alpha Phi Alpha. As the Black and Gold shines through, so does E Phi, which boasts 42 illustrious brothers with a variety of talents employed to
serve their community One of the founders of Epsilon Phi, Brother Franklin Walker, serves as a director in assisting the surrounding Black community on the NIU campus Brother Willard Draper serves as Resident Advisor in one of the college's six dormitories Alphas lend expertise to Northern lllinois's minority programs, through the work of Brother Glen Edwards and Brother T.I. Daniels, Director of Minority Studies Although a young chapter, Epsilon Phi carries a tradition of excellence based on the dedication of past members including: Brother Kenny Moore Lennon (Founder of the NIU Black Choir), Brother Tyree Diggo (former Director of Peer Counseling), and notably Brother Hyman T. Johnson, NIU's second Director of Minority Studies and now Senior Lecturer on
the Commerce Faculty of the University of Nairobi, Kenya This brief account is proof that Alpha Phi Alpha,and Epsilon Phi, continue "upholding high scholastic standards, manly deeds and personal progress." Presently, Brothers serve as Peer Counselors (tutors), members of the Student Advisory Board, the Student Law Association and the Medical Opportunity Program The chapter has also been cited with an award for having the highest grade point average among the Black fraternities
Epsilon Phi celebrated its 10th Anniversary in October of 1974 and the event was atotal success The chapter elected a Miss Black Eboness. This innovation, obtained from the Brothers of Beta Eta Chapter at Southern Illinois University, was described thusly: "Not a sweetheart court - not a beauty pageant - But an expression of Black Womanhood at NIU." One of the most important achievements of the celebration of the chapter's founding
was the rekindling of the "spirit of brotherhood." As a result of this rededication, former members of Epsilon Phi organized analumni chapter in Dekalb, Mu Alpha Lambda, which received its charter in February of 1975 Meanwhile,the college Brothers are engaged in organizing a chapter in nearby Aurora College
At this time, Epsilon Phi is sponsoring a Black Student Loan Program, financed through the chapter. They have also undertaken many community projects in the nearby communities of St Charles, Rockford and Elgin to serve the Black population.
E Phi has a legacy of pride . .. and a cadre of younger Brothers to "hold up the name." Among those who are carrying out the mission of the chapter are Michael Hill, Stan Simmons, Donnie
Seals, Michael Sparks, Rick Hall, Nick Ward, Maurice Carpenter, Ricky Jones, Dwight McFarland, George Brown, Lincoln Walker, Dennis Thigpen, Michael Hyde, Chuck Powell and Keith Benson
With the coming of Epsilon Phi's new decade, there comes a better Alpha Phi Alpha E Phi intends to stand on the forefront in whatever it does
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u ofnorth alabama
Kappa Gamma Chapter of Alpha Phi
Alpha Fraternity, Inc was duly chartered on the campus of the University of North Alabama (Florence) on January 18, 1975. Similar to the original founders of Alpha Phi Alpha, the charter members of Kappa Gamma organized out of a sense of belonging, unity, and a need for companionship outside the classroom
The charter members of Kappa Gamma are: Donnie Morgan,
President; Hezzie Morgan, Vice President; James Allen, Secretary; Roy Gholston, Dean of Pledgees; Napoleon Mitchell, Assistant Dean of Pledgees; Larry O'Neal, Corresponding Secretary; and Terry Young, Historian. These seven students at UNA have become vital keys in terms of the success that the Black community in this country will experience or fail to experience There are only two institutions left in our society which are indigenous to the Black community - one is the Black church and the other is the Black greek-letter organization. As a result of their experience as college trained men, and the legacy inherited as Alpha men, the Brothers of Kappa Gamma feel their obligation to use their fraternity for the betterment of mankind And, they have taken steps in that direction
The members of Kappa Gamma were awarded a "Spirit Trophy" during a series of home basketball games.They have also received recognition of achievement from the President of UNA and other outstanding community leaders Kappa Gamma has been successful with its "Big Brother" program for underprivileged children, which they plan to make an annual event They note that these might be considered small achievements, but the members of Kappa Gamma are proud to be called "Alpha men" They've only just begun!
georgia
The Brothers of lota Gamma Lambda Chapter have conducted a full range of activities during this fraternal year, under the leadership of Brother Jonathan Williams, Chapter President The chapter assumed a solemn responsibility when Brother Fred D Atwater, long-time convention Sergeantat-Arms, was returned to Brunswick for Omega Rites and interment Executive Secretary William H Walker traveled to
and
Brunswick to conduct the Omega Rites, lota Gamma Lambda brothers participated in the ceremony and sponsored a hospitality hour for Brother Walker during his stay in Georgia
Other chapter activities of the year included a Sweetheart Ball, highlighted by the selection of the 1975 Miss Black and Gold. Ms Phyllis Willis of Brunswick was chosen Miss Black and Gold and Ms Carolyn Williams of Camden County was first runner-up The chapter's 1975 "Man of the Year" award was presented to Brother Robert Griffin. Brother Griffin is a Guidance Counselor and Law student and also serves as advisor to the Executive Board of the NAACP.
fort valley state
The Brothers of Gamma Zeta Chapter at Fort Valley State College have done their job in upholding the light of Alpha Phi Alpha during the 1974-75 school term Gamma Zeta presented the Henry McGlouglin Memorial
Scholarship of $400 to Miss Diane Phelps in January Other projects included donations to the Christmas Cheer Fund and the preparation of food baskets for needy families
The Brothers aided the families that were stricken by a disastrous tornado on February 18th Gamma Zeta assisted in removing debris and salvaging valuables that belonged to citizens in this poverty stricken area
April 4th was the date of the Annual Scholarship Banquet, highlighted by the scholarship award presented to a needy freshman who has compiled a 3.7 grade point average or better Gamma Zeta also strives to present a positive example of scholarship, with the following brothers making the Dean's List: Roger Stephens, Cedric Newberry, Christopher Moore, Clarence Moore, Clarence White, Huey Spearman, Willie West, Rayford Blue, Glenn Ledbetter and Matthew Marshall, Two brothers in the ROTC, Carl Thomas and Glenn Ledbetter, will be commissioned as 2nd Lieutenants on
The "Seven Super Sensations of Soul" of Kappa Gamma Chapter at University of North Alabama, (standing from left) Terry Young, Roy Gholston, James Allen, Hezzie Morgan, Donnie Morgan, Napoleon Mitchell, and Larry O'Neal. (Seated) Sweethearts Rebecca Brooks
Beverly Simpson.
Executive Secretary William H. Walker with lota Gamma Lambda Brothers.
Black and Gold Ball of lota Gamma Lambda and (insert) awards presentation to Brother Robed Griffin.
June 1st Brother Joseph Kennebrew, President of the NAACP Youth Council, organized a chapter of this group on Fort Valley's campus in January
Officers of Gamma Zeta Chapter are: Cedric Newberry (Sr.), President; Glenn Ledbetter (Sr.),V/ce President; Joseph Kennebrew (Sr.), Secretary; Clarence White (Jr.), Treasurer; Huey Spearman (Jr.), Correspondingsecretary; Rayford Blue (Jr.), Parlimantarian; Preston King (Sr.), Editor-to-theSphinx; Christopher Moore (Sr.), Dean of Pledges; Anthony Hicks (Sr.), Dean of Probates; John Gilchrist (Jr.), Public Relations. Other members are: Carl Thomas, Roger Stephens, Willie West, Matthew Marshall, David Carey and Jacques Hunter
Although small in quantity, the Brothers of Gamma Zeta feel that they have an important role in upholding the "golden sunshine" of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc
stillman
Greetings brothers in Alpha,from the dynamic men of Epsilon Nu Chapter located at Stillman CollegeTuscaloosa, Alabama For the past two years the brothers here have worked hard, excelling in leadership roles, playing important parts in numerous campus organizations, and striving to help make the Tuscaloosa area a better community. All of these things were done in an effort to carry the ever enlightening torch of the great Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity During the first phase of our chapter's continuous program, the roster of brothers included Arthur Barnes, Clifton Bates, Sylvester Mims, Dwain Ingram, Earnest Sherrod, Samuel Brown, Willie Williams, Charles Hardy, Ira Jolly, and Vernon L Scott, the latter of which passed up his senior year of college to attend Meharry Medical School All of these brothers are now pursuing careers in business, education, coaching and the military
Among the projects that we have undertaken are the Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness project, Voter Registration, and our chapter's annual scholarship award Also included among our goals was the winning of the Alpha Kappa Mu award for the fraternity that maintains the highest grade point average in a semester We have copped this award for the past three semesters, and are shooting for a fourth Presently, the brothers of Epsilon Nu are enjoying one of the most successful years since the birth of the chapter
Through the tireless efforts of each brother, the chapter achieved the unprecedented! We published an "Alpha Week" booklet of considerable merit signifying the start of our "Alpha Week" activities which culminated in our Founder's Day program Among the activities presented were the traditional campus serenade, a dance sponsored by the brothers, religious service program, and rededication to the fraternity aims. Included with these traditional activities were such unprecedented activities as Stars of the Future night, where talented high school students got a chance to reveal their diverse talents, and Citizen's Night, where the outstanding civic, business and religious leaders, including Man and Woman of the year, were featured Topping the week off was our annual Founder's Day program, at which Brother Ozel Sutton of the U.S. Justice Department was speaker
Included among our projects and activities for 1975 are the Alpha Gala Affair, Rehabilitation Assistance project and the Miss Alpha pageant The Chapter's roster 1974-75 consists of Brothers Kenneth Darisaw, President; Eddie Gaines, Vice-President; J H Hodges, Treasurer; Henry Billups, Secretary; Randy Mitchell, Asst. Secretary; Willie D Scott, Historian; Marvin Floyd, Editor-to-the-Sphinx; Nathaniel Dowdell, Dean of Pledgees; Anthony Paige, Asst. Dean of Pledgees; Larry Williams, Director of Educational Activities; Wilbur Swanson, Chaplain; and Ira Watkins, Parliamentarian. Alphas on the move!
mississippi state u.
The night of December 4, 1974, marked the founding of Kappa Beta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. at Mississippi State Univeristy. It was indeed fitting that the date of Alpha's founding was marked by the establishment of the first chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha on the campus of a predominately white institution in the state of Mississippi The charter members of the group, designated the "Fine Line Nine," are Brothers Stanley Barton, Alvin Brown, Frederick Buie, Anthony Crawley, Carson Erving, Aaron Harris, George Johnson, Karl Johnson, and Alfred White
The Brothers of Kappa Beta bring a wealth of dedication to the rich traditions of Alpha to the campus of Mississippi State Two of the members are involved in the Honors Program at State, while others have many diverse interests ranging from mathematics to chess. Kappa Beta members put on a campus-wide program entitled "Salute to the Black Woman," which brought praise from both Blacks and Whites
Officers of Kappa Beta Chapter are: Carson Erving, President; Alfred White, Vice President; Fredrick Buie, Dean of Pledges; Alvin Brown, SecretaryTreasurer; Anthony Crawley, Editor-tothe-Sphinx and Historian.
alabama
Epsilon Delta Lambda chapter is really moving under the able and dynamic leadership of President James "Pappy" Dunn, who is serving his second tenure of years as chapter
Epsilon Nu brothers (from left) - Randy Mitchell, Kenneth Darisawa, Eddie Gaines, Wilbur Swanson, Larry Williams, Willie D. Scott, Marvin Floyd, Henry Billups, Anthony Paige, Ira Watkins and Nathaniel Dowdell.
president Brother Dunn is the immediate past president of the 40,000 member Alabama Education Association He is also serving as the President of the National Council of State Teacher Association Presidents.
The chapter participated in the Calhoun County Improvement Association Fund Raising Day. The main speaker was Mayor Maynard Jackson of Atlanta, Georgia The chapter also plays a leading role in the PanHellenic Council that includes six greek-letter organizations
Our chapter awards a $200.00 to $300.00 scholarship each year to an undergraduate brother in the Alpha Beta Chapter at Talladega College
The chapter initiated four men into the fraternity last November Those "Crossing the burning sands" into Alpha were Leon Garrett, an Anniston principal; Fred McCunn, high school math teacher; Arvie Clements, a television news reporter; and Harold Franklin, a Talladega College history professor Alabama State Director Mingo Clark assisted in the initiation. He and Brother George "Hoss" Hobson of A & M University, addressed the brothers during the fellowship hour following the initiation
The chapter sponsored a joint Founders Day Celebration with Alpha Beta undergraduate chapter at Talladega College State Senator U.W Clemmons was the guest speaker
The culminating activity for our chapter was the "Sweetheart Ball," a "Black Tie and Tails" affair. The dance was the social event of the year for society in Talladega, Sylacauga and Anniston, Alabama
Brother Woodrow Dorsey, a Talladega College Chemistry professor has returned to the chapter after two years of study, completing his work on his doctorate in chemistry at East Texas State University in Commerce, Texas The officers of the chapter are James Dunn, President; Haywood Thompson, Vice President; Willie Thomas, Treasurer; Harold Washington, Corresponding Secretary; T Y Lawrence, Recording Secretary; Lucian Howard, Chaplain; and R.E Lawson, Editor to Sphinx. Area Vice Presidents are John Stamps, Tim Hosea and Ervin Romine.
u. of alabama
lota Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, No 409, was founded October 11,1974, at the University of Alabama in Birmingham through the tireless efforts of thirteen charter mem-
Epsilon Delta Lambda Chapter — (Seated, I to r); J.D. Montgomery, T.Y. Lawrence, W.L. Davis, Robert E. Lawson, Robert Duncan, H.E. Thompson, Timothy Hosea; (Standing, I to r); Robert Miller, John Stamps, Willie Thomas, Harold Franklin, Avie Clemmons, James Dunn - President, Robert Kennedy, William Cokely, Leon Garrett, Fredrick McCann, Isiah Evans, Leon Leonard, Manley Banks, Harold Washington, Clarence Dortch, Lucian Howard, Ervin Romine, Willie Yarbrough.
fraternal life in today's society Early in its discussions, the group decided to explore the possibility that a fraternity structure may be the appropriate way to achieve their emerging objectives
New Brothers in Epsilon Delta Lambda Chapter (L to R) Avie Clemmons, F. McCann, L. Garrett and H. Franklin.
bers; Dr Aaron L Lamar, Jr., Advisor; and an advisory committee: Brothers Clarence Campbell, Charles Holt, and Lemorie Carter, Jr., of Omicron Lambda Chapter in Birmingham
Interestingly, the origin of lota Nu Chapter was similar to the founding of Alpha Phi Alpha in 1906 In the fall and winter of 1973-74, over twenty students at the University of Alabama in Birmingham, an urban, predominately white University, gathered together seeking bonds of brotherhood, more social activities, opportunities to create a genuine feeling of community and avenues for a higher level of participation in university affairs During this formative period, these young men discussed the philosophy, ideals, brotherhood, and the relevance of
While surveying various fraternities to determine if their goals paralleled the group's, the golden light of Alpha was seen and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity was chosen as the ideal organization for affiliation The group of interested young men named themselves the Alpha Phi Alpha Interest Group Under the leadership of H "Bronco" Henderson, contact was established with the National Office and with the local graduate chapter, Omicron Lambda
The interest group met with representatives from Omicron Lambda and discussed the philosophy of Alpha Phi Alpha, conducted university and community projects and sponsored social activities.
On June 14, 1974, the Alpha Phi Alpha Interest Group was notified that its petition for a charter was approved and a Sphinx Club was organized In a novel approach, the Sphinxmen were allowed to plan and conduct their own pledge process and to begin the arduous task of organizing for a future chapter
Brothers, Alpha Angels, and Sweethearts of Beta Tau Chapter at Xavier University in New Orleans, La. for the School Term 1974-75. Brothers (left to right) are Milton Moore, Hewitt Smith-President, David Miller, Donzell Floyd and Darryl Donahue. Not pictured are Brothers Paul Williams, Deline Williams and Keith Hill.
On October 11, 1974, the "Baker's Dozen" crossed the Burning Sands into Alphadom and the star of lota Nu Chapter was born to a destiny of greatness. In recognition of the outstanding accomplishments while still a pledge club (two community service projects, active in three political campaigns, a successful fund raising drive, a model constitution, etc.), Omicron Lambda hosted a Charter Banquet for lota Nu Chapter The principal features of the banquet were a written message from Bro Bennie Harris, Southern Regional Vice-President; and an address by Bro U.W. demons, Alabama State Senator, and remarks from Bro W Mingo Clark, State Director
SOUTHWEST
xavieru.
In keeping with the goal of our dear fraternity to aid downtrodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic, and intellectual status, Beta Tau Chapter sponsored (in conjunction with the Placement Office of Xavier University) a "CAREER DAY" program on April 2, 1975, in the Gold, Rush and Drexel rooms of the student center Students from all campuses were urged to attend and meet the business representatives of most major companies who would be there to interview seniors for jobs.
On April 6th, the Gold Room of Xavier was the site of Beta Tau Chapter's Memorial Program to Brother Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. This program, entitled TRIBUTE TO A KING - GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN, included a filmstrip depicting important events in the,life of Dr. King (and in the history of this nation), along with excerpts from some of his more famous speeches Brother Hewitt Smith, President of Beta Tau, made a general appeal to everyone to continue in the way in which he (King) would have us to go were he still with us today Music was provided by the Xavier University Jazz Lab Band
texas
The recently chartered chapter, Kappa Sigma Lambda, at Ft Hood, Texas held its first social function at the West Ft. Hood Officers Club in keeping with the fraternity and chapter goals to sponsor a local youth in his or her college endeavors
Gamma Eta Lambda brothers from (left to right - front) Felix Garrett, George Williams, Scott Harris, William C. Akins, Grant Little, Bennie Green, Charles Hines, Jerry Bell, Dr. Charles Urdy, Otis Lee, Dr. James Means, James Givens, Morris Crawford, Richard Demery, Patrick Murphy, Lucius Alexander. (Back) L.D. Taylor, Kelly Meador, Louis Goodall, Sam Robertson, James Wilson, Audrey Mackey, Dr. Exalton Delco, Dr. J.J. Seabrook, Dr. Beadie Connor, Volma Overton, Rev. Dr. Marvin Griffin, General Marshall, Archile E. Petit, President - Mack D. Nealy, Alexander Salone and Melvin Chambers.
The affair, first of its kind at Ft Hood, was considered an outstanding success and the capacity crowd received the newly formed chapter and the Alpha image as first and foremost in community service
Kappa Sigma Lambda, the newest chapter in the state of Texas and the Southwestern Region, is on the move As a predominately military chapter (all but one active member is in the service) the brothers of Kappa Sigma Lambda seek to promote trie image of Alpha in the civilian and military community To this end they challenge the other military chapters in the state, region and the world to exceed their accomplishments in the upcoming year
texas
Gamma Eta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Austin, Texas, recently promoted an Awards and Founders Day Program at the Stephen F Austin Hotel Ballroom in downtown Austin
Thirty-five Alpha Brothers attended the solemn worship service held at
Ebenezer Baptist Church with Brother Reverend Marvin Griffin, Pastor, preaching the touching sermon "Believing The Promise." Brother Griffin said that "we need people who are committed to pursue the struggle—who believe in the redemptive process of service to mankind and God's work If you believe let's keep walking together."
The Awards Program was a community function held in the evening at the Hotel's Ballroom and the featured guest speaker was Sphinxman Dr Robert Marion, first Black Assistant Vice President at the University of Texas at Austin The prospective brother forcefully spoke on the theme "Fraternal Involvement and Service to Mankind."
Officers of Gamma Eta Lambda are: Archile E. Petit, President; William C. Akins, Vice President; James Givens, Recording Secretary; Alexander Salone, Treasurer; Sam Robertson, Corresponding Secretary; Dr. Charles Urdy, Parliamentarian; Louis Goodall, Historian; and Dr J J Seabrook, Chaplain.
The brothers of Kappa Sigma Lambda Chapter (I. to r, rear) LT. James KirkwoodTreasurer; LT. Michael Buster; LT. Robert Harris • Chairman Education Committee; LT. Michael Coleman; CPT. Stanley Evans • Chaplain; LT. Willard Robinson; MAJ. Charles A. Green - President; (front) LTC. Earl R. Brooks - Vice President; CPT. Marion WimberlyParliamentarian; MAJ. James Poole • Historian; LTC. Acie McGhee - Secretary. Not shown are: LT. Robert N. Balenton; LT. Kerry M. Brown; LT. Walter L. Lane; LT. Cecil Poole; LT. Daniel Taylor; Mr. Alexander Vernon, Jr.
Gamma Eta Lambda is presently involved in the following activities: Scholarship aid to undergraduate Brothers, youth activities, a Fraternity House feasibility study, NAACP Life Membership, Alpha Phi Alpha Life Membership Drive, a Reclamation Drive, and numerous other projects. The chapter recently received a Reclamation and "Over the Top" Life Membership Award Certificate at the 1975 Southwestern Regional Convention held in Monroe, Louisiana, and is the recipient of a previous certificate for NAACP Life Membership
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newmexico
GREETINGS FROM THE LAND OF ENCHANTMENT! lota Psi Lambda Alumni Chapter at Albuquerque, New Mexico, has just recently finished a successful pledge period, the results of which added two graduate brothers to the Alpha fold The neophyte brothers are Jim Tatum and Dr John Morgan.
We are currently planning our second annual champagne formal which has been in the past, an extremely enjoyable affair Among our community help projects is now planned achapter sponsored and managed tennis and golf clinic for pre-secondary minority school children, which should be implemented before the end of the school year
Chapter members are as follows: Sam Harris, President; Bernie Garcia, Vice President; Roy Palmer, Secretary; Roy Webb, Treasurer; Arthur Hardeman, Editor-to-Sphinx; Boyd Jackson, Recreation Advisor; Jim Jones, Education Liaison; Juan Williams, Education Advisor; Jim Tatum, Entertainment Committee; and John Morgan, Entertainment Committee.
TENNESSEE STATE CONVENTION
"Alpha's Continuing Concern for Brotherhood Through Rededication and Life Membership" was the theme of the Tennessee State Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., which was held March 7-8, 1975 in Memphis. Host chapters for the event were Alpha Delta Lambda (alumni) and Beta Xi (college -Lemoyne) chapters
Registration was held March 7th at the Holiday Inn on Lamar Avenue where Brothers from throughout the state gathered Following the completion of registration Saturday morning, the morning business session was convened with Brother Zenoch Adams, Tenessee State Director, presiding Brother Charles Patterson served as facilitator for the "problemsolving" session which highlighted this part of the convention
A luncheon was from 12:30 p.m until 1:30 p.m with Brother Harold Winfrey, President of Alpha Delta Lambda, serving as master of ceremonies The Keynote Speaker for the luncheon was Brother Ozell Sutton, State Director of Georgia and a representative of the
U.S Department of Justice
The afternoon session included introductions of the College and Alumni "Man of the Year" winners and the winners of the College and Alumni "Chapter of the Year" titles Miss Yvonne Harris, the entry of Beta Xi, was introduced as Miss Black and Gold and was chosen to represent the state at the Southern Regional Convention in Charleston,South Carolina.
Brother Bennie J Harris, Southern Vice President, presided at the evening session During this session many recommendations to the Regional and National Conventions were offered The meeting ended with the Alpha Hymn and Prayer
A smoker climaxed the week-end activities as Brothers from throughout the state shared ideas and renewed their commitment and devotion to the ideals of brotherhood and "service to allmankind."
Brothers Vernon Johnson and Charles Patterson served as Chairmen of the convention
Brtohers of lota Psi Lambda at Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Yvonne Harris. Beta Xi rep, is "Miss Ten nessee Black and Gold."
Alphas in action at Tennessee
ASewiiw Ciil$m' Cewiet
The Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter of Cambria Heights, Queens, New York, chartered in 1955 at the Chicago Convention, has recently completed contractual arrangements with the Human Resources Administration of New York City, and is now the sponsor of a Senior Citizen Center located in Cambria Heights, New York The center officially opened on Monday, March 17, 1975
The awarding of a $159,350 grant to Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter by the Human Resources Administration was the first grant awarded to a Greek letter organization in the Metropolitan area. This is a tribute to the status of Zeta Zeta Lambda in the New York City community, the vision, preserverance and faith of Brother Elmer Blackburne, chairman of the Board of Directors, and the support given to the Board by the Chapter and the Alpha Wives.
In developing the program Brother Blackburne explains, "Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter has traditionally pursued a commitment to community needs and services We see establishment of the Alpha Phi Alpha - Zeta Zeta Lambda Senior Citizens, Inc., in Cambria Heights as an effort of the
Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter totally consistent with this traditional sensitivity to community needs." Brother Blackburne projects that the proposed programmatic thrust of the center will have a very positive result and serve as a viable adjunct to the delivery of services to the senior citizens of the area
Although Zeta Zeta Lambda sponsors the center, during the three years of planning and deliberations in connection with making the center a reality, Brother Bluford, Vice Chairman, feels "we have enjoyed the earnest cooperation of various religious, social, church and civic groups who were very supportive especially in an advisory capacity We would hope that in the future we are as fortunate In fact we look forward to the important assist of a continuing cooperative relationship with the Cambria Heights Civic Association The center is a not-for-profit corporation and is, of course, open on a strictly multi-racial and nonsectarian basis."
Officers of Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter are: Luther Mimms, President; Charles Lucas, Vice President; Harry Turner Corresponding Secrerary.Lewis Hurst, Recording Secretary; Theodore Collins, Financial Secretary; Grafton Gilchrist, Treasurer; Clarence Jacobs, Editor-to-the Sphinx; Roger Gregory, Parliamentarian; Calvin Nelson, Chaplain; Arnold White, Sergeant-at-Arms; Charles Riley, Dean of Pledges; Eric Headley, Director of Education, and Noble Jones, Historian.
Officers of the Board of Directors of the Alpha Phi Alpha Senior Citizens Center are: Elmer H Blackburne, Chairman; David F Bluford, First Vice Chairman; Nellie Duncan, Second Vice Chairman; Ann White, Recording Secretary; Jaunita Kelsey, Corresponding Secretary; and George Hughes, Treasurer.
Brother Luther Mimms, President of Zeta Zeta Lambda, explains that the sponsoring of the Senior Citizens Center is just one of the outstanding achievements of Zeta Zeta Lambda during the past year. "We are ever alert to the needs of the community, and seek to utilize the talents of the Brothers, that are varied, in sponsoring worthwhile programs that will benefit the entire Queens, New York Community." Continued Brother Mimms,"the unique aspect of the Senior Program is the cooperation between the Alpha wives and the chapter in developing the program The Alpha Wives are active members of the Board of Directors."
Zeta Zeta Lambda, Chapter of the Year award winner in 1973, in keeping with the tradition of A PHI A, is first of all, servant of all,we shall transcend all
Serving on the Senior Citizens Center Board of Directors are Stanley King, Elmer Blackburne, David Bluford, Daniel Elmore, Nelle Duncan and Deveria Wing.
Brothers of Zeta Zeta Lambda Chapter (standing) Hinton Brazelton, Clarence Jacobs, Charles Riley, Noble Jones, Theodore Collins, Eric Headley, Roger Gregory; (seated) Louis Hurst, Grafton Gilchrist, Luther Mimms - President, Charles Lucas and Harry Turner.
Brother WILLIAM 0. SPEIGHT, JR., who labored through a coma for over a week with that determined desire to hold on slipped away into Omega Chapter, Tuesday morning, March 11,1975, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital at 12:50
Brother Speight was known by his brothers as "Trees" because of his stately height He was a brother who paid his dues to society with many contributions he made in the medical field He was Medical Director of the Union Protective Insurance Company, a founder and organizer of Memphis Health Center (a clinic), was a member of the International College of Surgeons and had attended Medical conferences all over the world, including Africa and Asia He was a member of the Board of Directors for Home G Phillips Hospital in St Louis, Missouri
Brother Speight was born in Morristown, Tennessee Moving to Memphis with his family at an early age, he graduated from Booker T Washington High School, Memphis; after which he entered LeMoyne College, where he received the B.S Degree and received the M.D Degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tenn He spent his residency at Home G Phillips Hospital in St Louis, Missouri
Brother Speight served as a captain in the United States Army Medical Corps, during the Korean War, stationed at the 125th Evacuation Hospital He was a member of the
American Legion, N.A.A.C.P., Sigma Pi Phi Honorary Professional Fraternity and a very active member of Alpha Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, where he served once, for several terms, as Vice President and received the Alpha Delta Lambda Chapter's "Man of the Year" award for outstanding service in the Memphis community
Brother Speight was a member of the Top Hats and Tails Social Club, the 19th Holer Golf Club, B & P Investment Club He was also a member of the American Medical Association, Tennessee Medical Association, Memphis and Shelby County Medical Society and the Bluff City Medical Society
His church was Emmanuel Episcopal, where he served very faithfully with humility until his death
Brother Speight has been one of the best eye, ear, nose and throat specialists in Memphis since 1950 He was the son of William O Speight, Sr., who was one of the pioneer Black physicians in Memphis who entered Omega Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc in 1964 Brother Dr Speight, Jr was only 54 years old at his death
There is no question that Brother Speight will be missed by the Brothers of Alpha Delta Lambda because he was very devoted to the fraternity and always present at the meetings and activities sponsored by the Chapter He was never too busy to get involved with progress of Alpha Delta Lambda. He was a gentleman, a scholar, a friend, a faithful husband, and father to Brother William O Speight, III,who is known by so many as Billy Speight.
Brother Speight was beautifully placed into Omega Chapter in a tearful, prayerful but solemn ceremony during the ritual held at the T.H Hayes Funeral Home which was attended by many of the brothers of Alpha Delta Lambda and Beta Xi, at which he was initiated several years ago During the impressive ceremonies the brothers formed a semi-circle in front of the casket that was surounded with flowers Funeral services were held Saturday, March 15th at 2:00 P.M., at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church on St Paul Street Interment was in Elmwood Cemetery
Brother Speight is survived by his devoted and faithful wife Mrs Jewell Anderson Speight, his son, Brother William O "Billy" Speight, III, and daughter-in-law, his mother, Mrs Mignonette Speight, and his sister, Marion Speight, of Daytona Beach, Florida
Brother GLENN D. JONES entered Omega Chapter on November 23, 1974, following a lengthy illness Brother Jones was born September 18, 1900 at Wythville, Virginia, the son of the late Carrie and Emza Steward
He became a member of Alpha Phi Alpha at Beta Chapter, prior to his graduation from Howard University At the time of his death, Brother Jones was the oldest active member of Alpha Rho Lambda Chapter in Columbus, Ohio
Brother CHARLES F LANE, past General Counsel of Alpha Phi Alpha, entered Omega Chapter at South Shore Hospital in Chicago, Illinois
Brother Lane, who practiced law in Chicago for 43 years, was born in Memphis, Tennessee and attended elementary school there He was a graduate of Hyde Park High School (Chicago), the University of Illinois and the University of Chicago Law School
He was a member of the Cook County Bar Association, Chairman of the Washington Park YMCA Board of Directors, the Snakes Club, and a Deacon at the Church of the Good Shepherd
Brother Lane was a stalwart member, and long-time President, of Xi Lambda Chapter in Chicago He was elected the Fraternity's General Counsel at the 1945 General Convention in Chicago
Brother GEORGE W. BOOKER, 33, Executive Director of the Dr Martin Luther King, Jr Memorial Hospital in Kansas City entered Omega Chapter in that city
Brother Booker had been Executive Director of the hospital since it opened in 1972. He earlier was assistant to the administrator of the former Wheatley-Provident Hospital and had been an associate computer programmer and cost and budget analyst for the Bendix Corporation
Brother Booker graduated in 1967 with a B.A degree in Business Administration from the Arkansas A.M &N College at Pine Bluff, Arkansas He also held a Master's Degree in Public Health Administration from the University of MissouriKansas City and a Master's Degree in Health Administration from Washington University, St Louis
Brother Booker was a past president of the Kansas City chapter of the Arkansas A.M. & N. Alumni Association and was a member of Beta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha He was born in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and lived in Kansas City for eight years He was a member of the Financial Management Association, the American College of Hospital Administrators, the Area Hospital Executive Directors Group, and the American Academy of Medical Administrators
Brother ROBERT L. ANDREWS of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; a member of Beta lota Lambda Chapter (Omega Chapter - December 26, 1974)
Brother WALTER W. GOENS, a member of Gamma Theta Lambda, Wilmington, Delaware (Omega Chapter - October 7, 1974)
Brother WILLIAM A. MARSHALL, a member of Gamma Theta Lambda, Wilmington, Delaware (Omega Chapter - October 8, 1972)
Brother LESTER C NELSON, 54, a member of Delta Psi Lambda Chapter, Denver, Colorado Life Member No 1215 (Omega Chapter -April 2, 1975)
Brother PRICE T. YOUNG, a member of Gamma Upsilon Lambda Chapter, Marshall, Texas (Omega Chapter - March 3, 1975)
Brother JESSE 0. RICHARDS, JR., a Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha, a past president and founder of Eta Lambda Chapter and Sigma Lambda Chapter, entered Omega Chapter on Saturday, February 8, 1975 Funeral services and the Alpha Phi Alpha Rites were conducted at the Rhodes Funeral Home. On Thursday, February 13, interment was in the Mt Olivet Cemetery
Brother Richards died unexpectedly on Saturday at his residence, 1859 Pleasure Street Death was attributed to an apparent heart attack He was 74 On the previous evening, Brother Richards had been cited by The Bunch Club, a New Orleans Carnival Club, for "his many years of service to the club and community." He was present to receive the award and participated in the festivities
He was a native of Clinton, La and had been a resident of this City for more than 60 years. He received both the B.A. and M.A Degrees from Straight College, now Dillard University He did graduate study at Atlanta University, Clark College and Columbia Teachers College of Columbia University.
Brother Richards taught at McDonogh 35 Senior High School, but left the teaching profession to serve as manager of the ordinary department of the National Benefit Life Insurance Company He later returned to the public school system and taught at Booker T Washington High School before being assigned as principal of the Rosenwald School He was the first principal of the Joseph S Clark Senior High School, a post he held until his retirement He was once an owner of the Geddes-Richards Funeral Home
He was past president of the High School Principals Association and The Bunch Club Alpha Phi Alpha was his personal "Alpha and Omega." He had served on a number of Alpha's foundations, boards and committees on the local, state, regional and national levels such as the Life Membership, Housing and Educational foundations He was a veteran of World War I
Brother Richards is survived by a sister, Mrs Veyne Richards Corporal, and a brother, Kelly Richards, both of Los Angeles, Calif., and other relatives.
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY.
INC.
GENERAL OFFICE
4432 Martin Luther King Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60653
Jewels, Omega Chapter: Henry A Callis, M.D • Charles H Chapman • Eugene Kinckle Jones • George B, Kelley Nathaniel A Murray * Robert H Ogle • Vertner W Tandy Officers
General President — Walter Washington Alcorn A and M College Lorman Miss 39096
Executive Secretary — William H Walker 4432 Martin Luther King Dr. Chicago III 60653
General Treasurer — Leven C Weiss 4676 W Outer Drive, Detroit, Michigan 48236
General Counsel — Albert Holland, Jr 31 Hickory Hill Rd., Tappan, N Y
Historian — Charles H Wesley 1824 Taylor Street, N W., Washington, D.C 20011
Comptroller — Chas C Teamer 2601 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, La 70122
Director-General Conventions — Kermit J Hall 100 Fairview Ave., Yeadon, Penn 19050 Vice Presidents
Eastern — Charles P Howard, Jr 1500 American Building, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Midwestern — James R Williams 1 Cascade Plaza, #1908, Akron, Ohio 44308
James Johnson (P) P.O Box 2790 Priarie View TX 77445
Epsilon Phi Lambda (Port Arthur) NO REPORT
* Zeta Tau Lambda (Amarillo)
Johnny N Allen P.O Box 841 Amarillo TX 79105
Eta Upsilon Lambda (Odessa) NO REPORT
Theta Delta Lambda (El Paso)
Horace Whitfield (S) 9857 Titan Street El Paso TX 79924
Theta Kappa Lambda (Lubbock) NO REPORT
Kappa Gamma Lambda (Texarkana) NO REPORT
Kappa Sigma Lambda (Killeen - Ft Hood)
Maj Charles A Green (P)
HQ Masster CSS-SP Ft Hood, TX 76544
WEST
ARIZONA (Phoenix) NEW MEXICO
Director
William M Corbin
2401 W Cherry Lynn Rd Phoenix AZ 85015
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
Delta Tau Lambda (Phoenix)
William M Corbin (CS) 2401 W Cherry Lynn Rd Phoenix AZ 85015
Iota Psi Lambda (Albuquerque, NM)
Samuel E Harris Jr (P) P.O Box 5435 (Kirtland AFB, NM) Albuquerque, NM 87115
ARIZONA (Tucson) NEVADA
Director
Felix Goodwin 7065 N Stardust Tucson, AZ 85718
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Zeta Theta (U of Arizona) NO REPORT
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
Eta Ps Lambda (Tucson)
Norman Bartee (CS) 8321 E Karolee PI Tucson, AZ 85710
Theta Pi Lambda (Las Vegas) NO REPORT
CALIFORNIA
(Bakersfield-Fresno Area)
Director
William H Day
3654 Santa Ana Ave Fresno, CA 93726
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Epsilon Beta (Fresno State College)
Mr Harold Mucker (P) 1222 E Kauiland St Fresno CA 93706
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
lota Nu Lambda (Fresno)
Ernie Shelton (S) 4775 E Orleans Fresno, CA 93727
Kappa Eta Lambda (Bakersfield)
Herbert L Nealy (P) 4608 El Monte Way Bakersfield CA 93309
CALIFORNIA (Bay
Director
Grandvel Jackson
257 Kensington Way San Francisco CA 94127
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Alpha Epsilon (UCBerkeley) NO REPORT
* Delta Omicron (Stanford)
George Hall 1323 Gilman Ave San Francisco, CA 94124
Epsilon Mu (San Jose U)
Nathaniel Newman (P) 6291 Purple Hills Drive San Jose CA 95119
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
Gamma Phi Lambda (Berkeley)
Luther R Harris (P)
4851 Scotia Ave Oakland, CA 94605
Gamma Chi Lambda (San Francisco)
H Welton Flynn (T) 565 Grove St San Francisco, CA 94102
Eta Sigma Lambda (Palo Alto)
Charles Kelly 1167 Maraschino Dr Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Theta Beta Lambda (Richmond) NO REPORT
Kappa Alpha Lambda (Monterey)
John J Phillips (P) P.O Box 252 Monterey, CA 93940
Kappa Omicron Lambda (Vallejo)
Otha M Green (S) 418 LaDera Dr Vallejo CA 94590
CALIFORNIA
(Los Angeles Area)
Director Clinton Minnis 2118S BagleySt Los Angeles, CA 90034
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Gamma Xi (U of California) NO REPORT
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
B:ta Psi Lambda (Los Angeles)
Samuel W Davis (RS) 67433rd Ave Los Angeles, CA 90043
Eta Pi Lambda (Pasadena)
Mr Frank A Nicholson (P) P.O Box 1884 Altadena CA 91001
lota Zeta Lambda (Los Angeles)
Mac A Florence (P) 4237 W 59th Place Los Angeles, CA 90043
CALIFORNIA
(Sacramento-Stockton Area)
Director Clifford Basfield 520 West 5th Street Stockton, CA 95206
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Theta Eta (Davis, CA))
Al Murray (P) 1220 5th St #1 3 Davis, CA 95616
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Alpha Delta (U of Southern California)
Bennie J Harris, Jr
2727 Ellendale Place 16 Los Angeles, CA 90007
lota Chi (U of Redlands)
Kenneth 0 Chapman (T)
846 E Margarita St Rialto CA 92376
lota Psi (California Polytechnic U) Joseh Paige (S) 147 E Golden Ave Los Angeles, CA 90003
CALIFORNIA
(San Diego Area)
Director Samuel McElroy 6531 Hopedale Ct San Diego, CA 92120
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Eta Sigma (San Diego, CA)
Norman Hal (S) 2611 Keen Drive San Diego CA 92120
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
Zeta Sigma Lambda (San Diego)
Reginald Jackson (CS)
3194 Caminito Quixote San Diego CA 92154
COLORADO
Director Harrison Hudson 2655 Locust St Denver CO 80207
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Alpha lota (U of Colorado) Marcellus Martin 3321 Buch St Denver CO 80207
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
Delta Psi Lambda (Denver, CO)
William L Guidry (CS) 4991 Wheeling Street Denver, CO 80239
* lota Omicron Lambda (Colorado Springs) Leon Jenkins (P) 628 E Fountain Blvd Colorado Springs, CO 80903
WASHINGTON OREGON
Director Clifford Donley Jr 347 29th Ave Seattle, WA 98122
COLLEGE CHAPTERS
Alpha XI (U of Washington)
Marcus Nelson (CS) P.O Box 22219 Seattle WA 98122
Beta Psi (U of Oregon) NO REPORT
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
Area)
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
Zeta Beta Lambda (Sacramento)
Marcus Crowder (P) P.O Box 22261 Sacramento CA 95831
CALIFORNIA
(San Bernadino Area)
Director Kenneth Chapman
846 East Margarita St Rialto CA 92376
* Epsilon Zeta lambda (Portland OR)
Carl Deiz
9144 N Chautaugua Portland OR 97217
Zeta Pi Lambda (Seattle, WA)
Wallace L Johnson
2451 26th Ave E Seattle, WA 98102
lota Mu Lambda (Tacoma, WA)
Eugene S Morris (S)
Box 171-Fern Hill Station Tacoma, WA 98412
4432 Dr Martin Luther King,Jr Drive Chicago, Illinois 60653
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