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FALL & WINTER 197'i/

TOWARd A bETTER GENERATiON

ZETAS: AGENTS of cltANGE

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC.

What Is Christmas? CHRISTMAS is a mood, a quality, a symbol. It is never merely a/act. As afact it is a date on the calendar; to the believer it is the anniversary of the Event in human history. An individual may relate himseljmeaningjuliy to thejact or to the Event, hut that would 1101 make Christmas. The mood of Christmas -what is it? It is a quickening ofthe presence ojother human beings into whose lives a precious part of one's own has been released. It is a memory ofother days when in one's path an angel appeared spreading a halo over an ordinary moment or a commonplace event. It is an iridescence ofsheer delight that once bathed one's whole being with something more wonderful than words can ever tell. Of such is the mood ofChristmas. The quality of Christmas -what is it? It is thefullness with whicltjru]! ripens, blossoms unfold intoflowers, and live coals glow in the darkness. /1 is the richness (f vibrant colors - the calm purple of grapes, the exciting redness of' tomatoes, the shimmering light of the noiseless stirring ofa lake (If sunset. Ir is the sense cfploteou behind o large rock where one may toke temporary respitefrom winds that chill. Of such is the quality of Christmas. The symbol ofChristmas -what is it? It is the rainbow arched over the roofo] the sky when the clouds are heavy withjoreboding . It is the cry ofli]e in the newborn babe when, forcedfrom its mother's nest, it claims its right to Ii l'e. It is the brooding Presence ofthe Eternal Spirit making crooked paths straight, rough places smooth, tired hearts refreshed, dead hopes stirred with the newness oflije . It is the promise of tomorrow at the close of every day, the movement ofIl]« in defiance ojdeath, and the assurance that love is sturdier than hale, that right is more confident 1ha11 wrong, that good is more permanent than evil, -Howard Thurman Reprinted by permission

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THE OFFICIAL ORGAN OF ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INCORPORA TED ''GREATER COMMITMENT-GREATER INVOLVEMENT''

THE ARCHON is published by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc., from the office of the Antapokritis, located at 216 Berkely Road, lndianapolis, Indiana 46208. All correspondence, manuscripts and photographs should be addressed to Soror Effie B. Burford, Editor, at this address. Editor

EFFIE B. BURFORD

VOL. XXX, No. 2

Fall-Winter Issue

December, 1975

TABLE OF CONTENTS

International President's Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Meet your Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dr. Marjorie A. Costa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Education

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Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Dr. Edith V. Francis, Vice President Dr. T. Garrott Benjamin, Jr. Nellie Buchanan Gail V. Gilmore I. W. Y. Resolutions Adopted by Zetas

Alumni Chapter News

Campus

haptcr News

Special Project-Stork's Nest

People in the News

Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Cover De ign by Mark Yanik & Printed by Media Graphics Press, Division of Commercial Service Co.

International President's Message

Soror Janice G. Kissner

reinforce families who find themselves in Limbo. To help nurture and develop a productive human being is a special con tri bu tion. Our accomplishments have been wonderful. Nontraditional approaches to outreach service is positive proof of what concerted efforts can do. We arc bclicveablc. Let me highlight some of our involvement over the last year, the period beginning August I 6, 1974 to December, 1975. We have joined several renowned women's organ izations , have appeared in major publications, presented Zeta Phi Beta's programs to thousands of people all over the nation, and in Mexico during International Women's Year. Our Education Foundation is .ncorporatcd and is ready to mobilize for your benefit. We have supported fifteen bright young women with scholarship grants, and look forward to doing more in the near future.

Dear Sorors: The first year of our program objectives have drawn to a close. We are deeply heartened by your enthusiasm and cooperation. Our mis ion is so great and vital when we think in terms of the critical issues affecting each of us particularly, and the general community specifically. We in Zetadom think of ourselves as Agents of Change. This must be an earnest endeavor, for the societal pressures demand such commitment. Our national project, Stork's Nest is serving a wonderful purpose. We all should be extremely proud of our community outreach efforts. My only concern regarding Stork's Nest is that so many of you are endowed with wonderful skills and expertise, but arc not sharing same with young teens, mothers in the child bearing ages, as well as fathers. The family is in trouble, and we can help 2

plans. You are welcomed to submit ideas, suggestions, and any other helpful measures that wi II enhance our participation in the celebration. I am fully persuaded that with your sincere cooperation and participation, our Boule will be one of the most exciting and stimulating experiences you have ever encountered. Be there, the dividends will be resounding. We are concerned with the high rate of unemployment, the quantum leaps in the economy, which definitely affect our people more than any other segment of the society. We are extremely appalled over the lack of concern on all levels as relates to our schools, and especially our colleges and universities. Our community programs should reflect these concerns by rallying around the several organizations who are charged to keep such vital services and functions going effectively. Our credible programs are enticing brilliant and involved women to join our organization. This is a tribute to our impact on our several communities. We are also charged to reclaim as many Sorors who are not currently active. I would like to leave you with this thought. We have so much to offer all those we touch. To impact upon another human being is a wonderful legacy to leave and live. Remember, all of us must give an accounting to generations not yet born. Which way Zeta? Are we going to merely state we are relevent, or are we going to fully demonstrate that quality by being a catalyst? Making something wonderful happen for all mankind. Greatness is practiced! Sisterly yours, Soror Janice G. Kissner Grand Basileus

National representatives have attended critical meetings and conferences all over the nation, espousing Zetas' philosophy and concerns. Our visibility is excellent. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority has supported major programs in conjunction with the Howard University Hospital and their community outreach program. This is very fining, for Howard University i our birthplace. We have also been closely aligned with the National Medical Association-Region II.

We arc now exhibiting at major conventions, and our materials are widely read and wonderfully received. As we look toward "Boule 1976,'' you' II be extremely pleased to know that your concerns have been given great and serious consideration, and hopefully, you will leave Atlanta, Georgia with an entire new perspective. Sorors, we have emerged! Just catch a bit of my hopes, dreams and expectations for our organization. The National Headquarters is being managed magnificently well, under the direction of Sorer Thelma H. Fisher, and her capable staff. The chairman of the Trustee Board, with the approval of the general board has made necessary changes and improvements to preserve our grand structure. When in Washington, D.C., plea e make a special point to visit with us. You'll be ever so pleased. Supplies arc moving and orders filled promptly. Great emphasis is bei ng placed on our undergraduate membership. We need their crcati vity, vigor and idealism. I especially appreciate their zest and trust in our great sisterhood. Help direct and guide these very precious and special young women. They arc our future. As we approach our nation's 200th birthday, Zeta women throughout this nation and abroad will have a sign ificant part to play in how we plan and execute our

National Editor Chats with Mal Goode

Soror Effie 8. Burford, National Editor of Archon pictured with Malvin Goode, Representative to the UN. Mr. Goode was former dean of news for ABC.

amount of good they do. He gave credit to ororitics and fraternities for their early interest in helping to educate large numbers of black students by giving scholarships long before state and federal assistance was available. He feels these organizations' importance have been too long overlooked and often identified as purely social groups. Soror Burford is a public school teacher in the Indianapolis Public chools, and mother of three children: Suzette, a junior high pupil; Cecelia Adele, a student at Kentucky State University; and Maurice M., enrolled at Morehouse College. She is married to Owen Burford of Ind ianapo I is.

Soror Effie 8. Burford and Malvin Goode interrupt conversation for this photograph made while in attendance at the Fourth Annual Black Exposition held in the capital city of Indianapolis. Mr. Goode, a representative to the United ations. was Keynote speaker for approximately 2,500 guests at the Expo Center. The two discussed the relevancy of sororities and fraternities. Both agreed fraternal organizations have the training, structure, and finance to help effect change in the American society. Mr. Goode felt the main difficulty is that fraternal organizations often do not play up the 4

Some Helpful Hints for Future Issues I. Remember YOU KNOW SOMETHING NO ONE

9. Avoid using the title "soror" each time you refer to the person whom you are covering. Use other nouns; the liberator, educator, lawyer, economist, judge, etc.

ELSE KNOWS. Try telling it by giving important facts: WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, WHY, and one or two paragraphs on HOW as interestingly as possible. Preferably in third person!'

10. In order to help "John Q. Public" understand our titles, suggest using title once, thereafter refer to the soror a secretary, president, editor, vice-president, etc. The news media doe not know our Greek terms.

2. Keep it short!!! 3. Send news while it is fresh. An article on Finer Womanhood Weck is state news in December's issue.

11. Be sure to line up an experienced photographer. Cloudy, dull, double-exposures will nor be used!

4. Good clear photos in black and white (glossy) always a must. Limit use of photos to one or two most interesting shots. DEADLINE: Spring Issue copy due 30 April. Already this office has received many good articles that wi II be used. We need your talent in the fields of creative writing, politics, religion, reviews for plays, concerts, theatre, etc.

5. POSING IS OUT!! A photo that shows an activity is worth several thousand words. Please do not send continuously sorors seated with "left ankle over r!ght." We work in an office, read, shop, swim, hike, ride a horse, garden, teach, sing in the choir, bake a good cake, arc on T. V. Catch some snapshots of folk in an atmosphere other than conferences, meetings,

LET'S HELP THE ARCHON BECOME NUMERO UNO!!!

CIC.

All news items are printed without cost. The editor reserves the right to edit, delete or save article for future publication. Worthy news articles arc accepted all year long. Don't sit on a good story-please send it to this office!

6. All copy must be typewritten and double spaced. Mark copy thusly: 7. When mailing pictures be sure 10 use stiff cardboard to prevent bending. Some printers charge for reducing .izc of picture, therefore these sizes arc recommended. a. I pcrson-2½x3" b. 2 or 3 persons-3x5" c. 6 or more-5x7" Please indicate on a strip of paper all persons in photo and attach to picture. If group is large identify as Chapter, Durham, N.C. If you desire return of photo, submit a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

WANTED! Talented Writers in the fields of Politics, Religion, Fine Arts and Education

8. Tid-Bits of Nell's from your chapters may be sent to be compiled with a special corner called, "People in The pot light ." 1.t may include any newsworthy item such as births, deaths, marriages, unusual travel, accomplishments, etc. Brevity is the key word here!!

Dr. Costa's Life is a Challenge to Black Women

DR. MAJORIE A. COSTA

to business and secretarial school and thereafter worked as a secretary at every level i maginablc. Sixteen years out of high school, Marjorie Costa felt. frustrated and knew that she must do something else with her lire so she went back to school and got her BA after four years all in night school (she was

Dr. Costa is assistant to the administrator for Community affairs, Health Services Administration, Department or Health, Education, and Welfare and in addition is on the faculty of the Columbia University School of Public Health as an instructor in public health practice. In April of this year, she was awarded the honorary degree

working during the day). From there she went to law school but flunked out after one year. Ten years later she again went

of doctor of management and administration by Southeastern University for the "dedication and outstanding services that

back to school and received her master's degree in public health.

have made her one of this nation's pre-eminent health educators." But things haven't always been this rosy for Ms. Costa, who has been working since she was 15 as a pantry girl at a

Discrimination Discrimination against women, Ms. Costa said, is more subtle, is harder to prove by fact. She added that she feels that a lot or women bring on discrimination problems themselves they get jobs and then arc so busy complammg about being

camp, as a factory worker, as the youngest teacher in New York City, where she taught for three years in the area or speech defects. Since her high school grades weren't very high, she went

mistreated that they very often miss the heat completely.

Sorors share a significant moment with Marjorie A. Costa who has been initiated into the fifty-five year old Sorority. Sharing this feeling of elation are Sorors Mildred C. Bradham, former Gr. Basileus, Janice G. Kissner, Nat'I Basileus.

Great Desire

D.C. conferred upon her the degree of Doctor of Management and Administration, honoris causa, in recognition of the "Dedication and outstanding service that have made her one of this Nation's pre-eminent health educators and for her many major contributions as a manager and administrator of wide-ranging National health programs in the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare and other health agencies." She serves on the faculty of Columbia University School of Pub I ic Health as instructor in Public Health Practice. ln 1973 Dr. Costa served as lead U.S. Delegate to UN Seminar on the Status of Women and Family Planning, Jogjakarta, Indonesia; and, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is a member of American Public Health Association, Advisory Board of New York City Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services, Board Secretary for the Brooklyn Psychiatric Centers, the latter two term have ended. She has been identified in WHO'S WHO lN AMERICA, 1972-74, WHO'S WHO IN THE EAST, 1972-74. She also received the Lyndon B. Johnson Health Complex Appreciation Award 1973, NCCJ Brotherhood Award, 1972. Her publications include '· Information and Education in U.S. Family Planning Programs"; and "The Voice of the Community" with Francis C. Lindaman as co-author, the latter publication was for the American Journal of Public Health, 1972. Dr. Costa has been involved in Public Health work since 1962; and, she is especially sensitive to the problems that need special attention in Stork's Nest.

Stymied as a child who grew up with an inferiority complex, Marjorie Costa came out of it with a great desire to achieve. She feels that most young people can do what they want even though they arc frustrated in one way or another in theirchildhood. She cites the high school diploma as the most important tool one can have in his or her efforts to attain higher goals "If you really want 10 do something, you can," Miss Costa staled. "You just have to hang in there, take every knock as a boost, and make each move a step forward." Dr. Majorie A. Costa, a recent initiate into Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, I ncorporatcd, wil I lend her expert isc to the national project, STORK'S NEST. Stork's Nest is an incentive program for expectant mothers 10 seek early and continuing prenatal care, as well as an educational and training mechanism for the entire concept or parenting. Young mothers and prospective fathers will be involved in this clinical-social project. The long range goal for the Sorority is to enhance the quality of life. Working directly with the Special Projects Director of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Dr. Costa wil I assist in forging this national program ahead. Dr. osta, M. P.H., D. M.A., is currently the Assistant to the Administrator for Community Affairs in HEW's Health Services Administralion. The first woman to head a major Federal health program, when she served as Director or 11 :w·s ational enter lor Family Planning crviccs, her prior position. Jn April l 974, Southeastern University in Washington,

Education and Scholarship News and Report To: ALL ZETAS, All Chapters, All Regions.

Fm111: Marjorie H. Ellis, Second Vice-President Subject: Scholarship News and Report Greetings and Best Wishes for a most resplendent year ZETALL Y and in every way communication:

. which brings me to the points of

I. The ZETA National Scholar hips which have been granted to date have exhausted the Budget allotment for Scholarship for the 1975-76 Sorority year, consequently, no more National Zeta Scholarships can be approved until the 1976- 77 Sorority year. I. I In light of this, we ask all chapters to be as generous as possible in granting scholarships locally to worthy, deserving sorors. 1.2 A number of sorors to whom scholarship were granted are pursuing doctoral or law degrees, thus heightening the chances of more ZETAS in policy-making positions, enhancing ZETA'S image and increasing ZETA'S potential to improve the quality of life for all.

1.3 Recipients are hereby reminded that they agreed to report their progress and related activities to this office six months after receipt of the scholarship funds. 1.4 All chapters and all Regional Conferences arc hereby reminded that they are to file a report of oil scholarship grants given by them since the last boule ( August I 1-16, 1974) with this office. This will be due immediately after the granting of your last 1975- 76 scholarship, and no later than} 1111e 15, 1976. I must have my report for the National Board Meeting in July.

3. For information on Scholarships and Education refer to ''A CARR ER LOOK'., August, 1970, a publication oft he ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, Inc., compiled by Soror Anita H. Crump, during the administration or Sorer Mildred C. Bradham.

1.5 By I 976- 77, we anticipate that all machinery of the ZETA Educational Foundation will be functioning, and most scholarships will be funded through the ZETA Educational Foundation. Full particulars will be forthcoming from National Headquarters.

3. I It is most important that the scholarship committee of each chapter dis ·eminate cholarship information to High School students, undergraduates and graduates who would benefit from this knowledge.

2. Beginning with the 1976-77 Sorority Year, all requests for ZETA National Scholarships must be postmarked or received by this office not later than May 31 in order to be considered for the ensuing academic year. Those not meeting this deadline will be held over for the year later. This will allow for:

3.2 "A CAREER LOOK" is being updated and expanded, but until then please use it and refer also to: m)(J/1\': February, 1975 Essence: August, 1975, August, 1975 C/1(111gi11g Times: September, 1973, September, 1974 Senior Scholastic: January 23, 1975

2.1 A more equitable evaluation and distribution of funds. 2.2 Adequate time for processing and receipt of funds by successful applicants for the Fall semester.

1975-76 Basic l~duc//lio11(1/ Oppor11111i1r Gro111 Progrtun Handbook (HEW, U.S. OrFICEOFEDUCATIO

2.3 Unsuccessful applicants to seek other funding sources or to make other alternative plans.

Sincerely,

2.4 The Second Anti-Basilcus to devote more time to other educational activities and related services in behalf of the Sorority's goals and objectives.

Marjorie H. Ellis, Chr. Educational Services and cholarship Fund

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Zeta Phi Bela Sorority, Inc. was host to Sorors, Educators, delegates and friends visiting Los Angeles, California; for the National ·ducation convention July, 1975. Local mem-

struct ively with youth, to providing social activities for Zeta

Arnicac and senior citizens. The "colorful blue and white rest stop" served for Zetadorn a time to reflect and re-evaluate personal commitments,

bers, Alpha Psi Zeta haptcr, aided by Sorer Laura P. Farwell, basilcus, set up the booth from the directive or Sorer Janice G. Kissner, Grand Busilcus. The booth, with its convention theme: "A Community

and a place to exchange greetings and to locate local and visiting members. The booth, also, served as a place for a "semi-rush" in the midst of the mass of people. It was a stimulus to women seeking to know more and to become members of' Zeta Phi Beta Sorority.

Conscious Action Oriented Organ ii.al ion", showing the various face ls of Zeta's program was informative and i nspira1 ional to orors and delegates. The dis play provided visual information for those unaware of Zeta's involvement in the

Guests were given materials of interest explaining the

community. The National Project: " torks Nest" showed Zeta's concern and involvement in the quality or life. Continuim, 1·rom giving birth to a healthy baby, working con-

National Project, a simple Parliamentary Guide fact sheet, complimentary of Zeta, note pad, and a serving or mints '' as the sweetness of Zeta".

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Lorene Bradley, Pauline hccsc, Board of Directors, UTLA; Lillian Inge, Ethel P. Ingrum, Earline Wilkerson and Willie M. Clark. Others visiting the booth were Sorors Prince Ella Williams. Regional Gra111111a1cus and Lcnicia B. Weems, Director of Amicae for the Pacific Region. Culminating activities at the NEA onvention was a so ire at the home of oror Lorenc Bradley. oror Marjorie H. Ellis, National second Vice President joined guests for an evening of Iratcrnization.

Among the visiting sorors stopping by were Vertis Martin, National Parliamentarian, Member of Board of Directors, NEA, Daytona Beach. Florida; Audrey Quarles. Assistant Regional Director for California. Millie Johnston, past Regional Director, Member of Board of Director'>, California Teachers Association; Dr. Dcotha Malone, Vice-Mayor, Gallatin, Tennessee. Alpha Psi Zeta Chapter members serving as hostesses were Sorors Essie McGriff, Mary J. Rollins. Marcena Mosby, IO

2,200 Southern Black Principals Become Victims Of Racial Discrimination, NEA Spokesman Charges ANNISTON, Ala., Aug. 14 - Asserting that "we have

Having proportionally more blacks as principal than these

given the foxes full charge of the hen house," the director of the National Education Association's Teacher Rights pro-

other states are Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Georgia and South Carolina. Even so, these five states sustained losses of 35 to 37 percent in black principals, projections from the latest ( 1972) HEW statistics indicate.

gram charged in an address to be dcl ivered here today that prejudiced school boards have been mainly responsible for the sharp decline in black principalships in 17 Southern and border states. Samuel B.

Among large chool districts throughout the nation, only in San Antonio, Texas, were the black principal ratio and the black student ratio equal (each 16 percent). (Nevertheless, San Antonio has significant disparity in the ratio of Spanish

thridgc, speaking before the Southern Chris-

1 ian Leadership Conference, emphasized that "the No11h is

guilty too" in respect to black educators. For example,

speaking principals to Spanish speaking students, the NEA

Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Wisconsin all need at least

staff official added.) Washington, O.C., is the only other

80 percent more black principals in order to provide an

major city that comes close to San Antonio in black principal-black student equity.

equitable ratio with black students. Ethridge reported that the number of black principals in the

"Boston is consistent," Ethridge remarked, "in that it is Public Enemy No. I for the black principal a it was for the

17 states has dropped from an estimated total of more than 5,000 in 1954, the year of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court desegregation order. to about 3,000 in 1972. He termed his

black teacher and, more recently, the black student." Ethridge listed 17 Northern states that need at least 50 percent more black principals in order to achieve an equitable

new projection on school principals "very conservative" since 1972 was used as a base rather than an earlier year which would have shown more dramatic losses.

ratio with black student populations.

"We asked the court to order the school board to give us our rights," he declared, analyzing "what went wrong."

· Ethridge suggested that the SCLC'

· 'We should have asked the judge to order the school board out of office ... the same people who were in charge in 1954 arc srill in charge.

agenda for the re-

mainder of the 70's should concentrate on exercising political power to bring about educational change. Among goals should be integration of school boards; integration of superintendents' offices; recruiting black and other minority principals and teachers as well as sensitive, understanding people

o nothing has really changed. We have

given the foxes full charge of the hen house." Four states Arkansas, Kentucky, West Virginia, and

of all races; "getting to drive the bus as well as ride the bus." ''We should concentrate on what happens at the end of the

Texas have dis placed 55 to 65 percent of their black principals. Ethridge revealed. "These states," he explained, "had a large number of small schools which were closed and consolidated under the guise of desegregation." A projected loss of 40 to 45 percent of black principals was attributed to Alabama. Mississippi, Missouri, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Delaware, Florida, and Tennessee.

bus ride rather than on the bus or the ride itself," he cautioned. "We should concentrate on the product which the school produces and not so much on the complexion of his classmates. We should concentrate on seeing that schools produce competent black scholars a well as capable workers."

NEA Hails Nutrition Veto Override As 'Victory For Human Dignity' WA III TON. D .. , Oct. 7 National Education Association President John Ryor said today that "Congress

was overridden by both chambers in early September. Ford charged the nutrition and the appropriation bills as being

has scored another victory on behalf of human dignity" in

inflationary,

overriding President Ford's veto of the School Lunch and hild utritiun Act. "The President's narrow approach to the sensitive needs

guidelines," Ryor pointed out, adding: "We vigorously re-

"Both of these bills were within the Congressional budget ject the notion that children's educational and nutritional needs arc inflationary and fiscally irresponsible."

of children and youth has been justifiably rebuffed," said Ryor 111 praising lawmakers for the second override of an

FA supported hill in recent weeks.

Ryor commented that he hoped the back-to-back veto overrides "would influence the President to have a change in

The Prcsidcnt'x veto of a $7 .5 billion education money bill

heart." in dealing with the priorities of children and youth.

Ban Literacy Tests Permanently In Voting Rights Act, Says NEA WASHINGTON, D. C. -The president of the National Education Association told a House Judiciary Subcommittee today that failure by Congress to make permanent the temporary national ban on literacy tests will result in the loss of voting rights for hundreds of thousands of per ·ons with inadequate educations.

"Most fundamental of the rights of persons in a democratic society is the right to cast a free and informal ballot," Harris reminded members of the subcommittee. "And yet without a permanent ban on literacy tests, there is every reason to believe that some states will continue to use this device as a means of narrowing the electorate, thus disenfranchising thousands of otherwise eligible voters who, through no fault of their own, have received inadequate educations," Harris noted. The NEA president pointed out that an alarming number of persons arc functionally illiterate nationwide. and added that most of the states covered under (section 5) of the Voting Rights Act have comparatively large numbers of persons with a low level of educational achievement. For example, in Louisiana, /J. I percent of the 25 and older age group has less than five years of schooling; in Mississippi, 12 .4 percent; in South Carolina, 12. I percent; in Georgia, I I. I percent; in Alabama, /0.7 percent; in North Carolina, 10 percent; and in Virginia, 7.7 percent. Nationally, Harris noted, the figures for blacks and Spanish speaking persons arc even more discouraging. A year ago, / 2 .9 percent of blacks over 25 had received less than a fifth grade education; 27.2 percent of Mexican A rncricans and 19.5 percent of the total Spanish origin population over 25 had attained similarly low educational achievement. Harris said illiteracy is an "insidious weakness" in the nation's fiber, adding that the problem is not confined to any particular region or ethnic group.

"If Congress fails to eliminate the literacy te t as an impediment to voting, it will perpetuate the inequities in our social and economic system by disenfranchising those who must al ready bear the heaviest burden," aid James A. Harris in testimony before the Subcommittee on Civil Right and Constitutional Rights. Harris was the lcadoff witness at the hearing on legislation to extend the Voting Rights Act which expires in August. The legislation was enacted in 1965 to correct voting abuses, particularly in some Southern narcs. The act was extended for five years in 1970. Harris said the 1.6 million-member NEA, the largest public employee organization in the nation, supports HR 939, which calls for a permanent nationwide ban on literacy te ts and extension for IO years of a provision (section 5) barring changes in voting procedures that would have a discriminatory effect. Rep. Peter Rodino Jr., (D-N .J. ), chairman of the Judiciary Committee, introduced HR 939 on January 14. Rep. Don Edwards, (D-Calif.), chairman of the subcommittee conducting the hearing , is co-sponsor.

Accountability - The classroom teacher's view Give me pure, unflawed , raw material, the tools with which to mold and shape it, control over all factors touching my material, and I will give you back a product guaranteed superior. But you cannot give me what I ask. I deal with the most complicated, least understood material known - the human mind. From the instant of birth, thousands of forces and impressions hammer at this mind, stretching, squeezing, forming values, stamping deep emotions, building fences or roadways. I do not have molten metal to pour into a cast, nor specifications for inserting a particular screw. I cannot throw out material which has flaws or consult a mathematical formula to determine exact quantities, ingredients, or results. I am given a child who may live with hatred 18 hours a day and I am told to teach him love and respect in six hour . I give him books for five hours but he may sit in front of TV for eight. He may sit in my room thinking about his parents' arguments or how they yelled at him, while I try to

impress him with numbers and words. omctimcs he even falls asleep because he watched the late, late show. I could feed information into a computer and it would remember. I could be held accountable for how I programmed my machine. But I am not working with a material whose complexity science can explain, whose stimuliresponses can be accurately predicted. I am working with many individual living, feeling. growing, hurting, laughing, fearing bundles of humanity. A thousand other forces also work upon them, buffeting and compelling them in directions sometimes opposed to mine. I give the best of my knowledge. I give deeply of rny feelings. But an unflawcd product is not mine to give. For I have neither unblemished or standard raw material, nor suffi cicnt tools. nor an inviolate environment. I have, in a world constantly battling for their minds, a classroom of unpredictable, awesomely human children. Alice Gill, 12

lcvclund , Ohio

Why Black Public Colleges and Universities Should Be Supported I. The thirtv-jour traditionallv black public colleges comprise the largest single producer <if' 11re1111n•d blucks in the rn11111n· todav. During the 1974 commencement season, they graduated more than 18,000 students. They enroll approximately 70 percent of' all black students enrolled in the I 07 historically black institutions of higher education.

2. Tire distinction he111•c•e11 · 'p1d1/ic' · and · 'private' · i11sti1111io11s in 1£'/'/11.\' of' .1·011rce.1· <if'.fi11m1ci11/ sup11or1 is di111i11ishi11g 0.1 rc'.flected hy.fc·dernl .1·11111wr11111d .1·1t1/e 111itio11 grant progratnsjor private i11.1tit111io11s. 3. Eoch ofthe puhli« hlack i11s1it111io11.1· has gai11ed/i1/I regional accreditation. In addition, various schools, departments, or programs in these institutions also have achieved national accreditation with the national professional accreditation agencies. This historical record offers some evidence of the commitment and potential of the institutions for continued achievement with more adequate financial and professional support. 4. These school» still 111/J'er{i-011111 long period ofiuvisibilit» 011dJi11011cial deprivation. Guaranteed, recurring state-appropriated funds arc not designated to enable the institutions to' 'make the leap" necessary lo strengthen their various programs to a position of excellence or even distinction. 5.

Creative partnership: of tire public and privat« sector c1111 [acilitate and inteusijy the several e/Jim., oith« publi« blac]; colleges and universities in impraviug. 011d e.rpm({/i11g their cducationul f'Wgrmn,· 11111/ services, This approach to the financing of pub I ic higher education has enabled the major public colleges and universities to achieve excellent and distinguished programs.

6. Publit: blac]; rnllege.,. in 111011r respects, are trulv nution«! re.1·0111·ce.1'. In addition to serving their respective local areas as responsible and responsive centers of education and service, their alumni make important contributions to society across the cnt ire nation.

7. Recent c•rnmp/e.1· substantiatr //,£' assertion tltut <I progrutu or ''pl'(1iect' · or · 'special p11r110.1·c, · gm111.1 /0 tmdi1io1111/ly hloc~ i11sti1111io11.1· can uutke 11 substuntial dilfi•re11ce i11 the range mu/ quulitv ofeducational progratus WI{/ .H'ITice.1· available at 1111/Jlic black colleges. 8. More than 300,000 .111ule111s huve nuuriculutcdjron: these institutions: in addition all of' these

institutions h111·c• 11111/ti racial student bodies, [acuities and udministrations.

Temporizer and Compromiser

Booker T. Washington by Edith V. Francis"

Dr. Edith S. Francis, Vice-President

curnstanccs, vigorous protest activities would have been both

Booker Taliaferro Washington's spirit of compromise and conciliation is not in harmony with the spirit of the Black Revolution of today, but at the same time. there 11·01 110 realistic alternative to his type of leadership. Today he is considered to be an "Uncle Tom" and is not among the more revered figures in Negro history, but we fail to recognize that Negroes have practically no resources or opportunities for protest and had a definite lack of support from any segment of the white population. In fact, under the then existing cir-

futile and dangerous, perhaps even suicidal.

On Human

ature

I cannot agree with many of the statements that arc now made regarding the inadequacies or self-deceptions in Booker T. Washington's conception of human nature. Whatever the reasons. the fact remains that the outhern cgro by the first decade ol the twentieth century was left with only the

tag ends of freedom. Unlike the slave, the Southern Negro had freedom of movement, but this meant little. Industrial jobs in the North were dosed to him, and he was usually unaware of opportunities outside his home community. He

lishments by Negro consumers. Unfortunately, the emphasis on Negro self-improvement, which was started by Booker T. Washington and lasted until World War 11, was ill-timed and yielded meager dividends. Well-educated, well-qualified Negroes were not successful in finding employment where they could make full use of their capabilities. As we know, many Negro college graduates were employed as baggage potters, dishwashers or in other menial work. Accommodating Negro leaders, such as Booker T. Washington, did not help the Negro's selfimage. They helped to instill self-blame in Negroes themselves. Since efforts at self-improvement brought little tangible reward, they led to feelings of frustration and eventually to atrophy of interest in self-improvement. This philosophy of Booker T. Washington's led to criticism by, not only Dr. William E. DuBois, but people everywhere. Dr. DuBois believed as many others, believed and still believe, that the onus of rcsponsibil ity should not be placed upon Negroes themselves, but rather it be placed on the whites. They, as opposed to Washington, were and arc in favor of open agitation against wrongs. Interestingly, many were startled when 30 years later, DuBois himself moved toward segregation. Thus, the divergence was not always consistent, but one thing still remains to be solved ... the plight of the American Negro! This has not been solved by Washington, DuBois, Garvey, ctc., and will never be ·olved until people truly become educated.

could neither change the conditions of the South nor escape them. He adjusted to the world around him rather than acted upon it.

Thus Booker T. Washington reflected the helplessness or the Southern Negro. He was an "accommodating leader." He accepted the subordination of the Negro as an established fact and urged other Negroes to accept this also. It is true he sought concessions from prominent whites and advised other Negroes to cooperate with and live up to the expectations of whites, but I feel he really sought to ameliorate the problems of Negroes within the existing framework of Negro-white power relations. The salvation of Negroes, he believed, lay in selfimprovement, thri rt and industry rather than in equal rights. The immediate goal as he saw it was one of economic equality as opposed to social equality. As Washington said, "Negroes should be good hewers of wood and drawers of water." With statements such as this, Washington became the white-appointed spokesman of the Negro people.

Quotations It is of course hardly fair to represent any man by detached quotations from various speeches, but as I read the book "Up From la very". I could not help but formulate a fairly adequate idea of his teaching and. perhaps, even a smattering of the man himself: "Freedom can never be given. It must be

Myth or Truth

purchased.

"What is education, anyhow? It is a process of eeking after truth. Not myth but truth. Its purpose is to teach one to think rationally. The end product should provide one with some options to enable a person to have some choice about what he wishes to do with his life. Education and freedom then must go hand in hand. There must be changes in people, there must be sensitive, qualified people doing the jobs. There must be accountability. Blacks in today's world have to be "captains of their own destiny," and unlike BookcrT. Washington, they must not compromise, but achieve by standing firm and maintaining their own self-worth. I think the time is finally arriving when most whites and most blacks in America will rise above the superstition of caste and the feeling of racial superiority or inferiority. Then and only then will blacks not be compromised. Then and only then can they insure for themselves the economic freedom which is long overdue.

.. As a race there arc two things we must learn to do -one is to put brains into the common occupations of life. and the other is to dignify common labor. · 'Cast down your bucket where you arc cast it down in making friends in every manly way or the people of all races by whom we arc surrounded ... ·' In all things that arc purely social we can be as separate as the fingers, yet one as the hand in all things essential to mutual progress."

Business League Hookcr T. Washington, like Elijah Muhammad, suggested that the Jews were worthy of emulation by Negroes. He expressed admiration for Jewish unity, pride, and "love of race," and I am sure that it was this inspiration that enabled him to found the ational Negro Business League in I 900. Washington had long advocated the development of separate e •ro enterprises to lessen white prejudice and to help incorporatc cgrocs in American society. The establishment of the alorcmcnuoncd orgunization was to stimulate Negro buvincss enterprise and encourage patronage of Negro cstab-

"Tlu: 11111/ror is 1111 A 1(11111c1 P rojessor at 1-11n1ger College, N. Y. cuul 11 Co11.rn/111111 Principul <!/' rite Pri11ce1011 Regional Schoots, Pri11ceI011, N..J.

What to the American Black Is Your Bicentennial Celebration? An Essay by Dr. T. Garrott Beniamin, Jr.

your prayers and hymns, your sermons and thanksgivings, with all your religious parade and solemnity, arc to him mere bombast, fraud, deception, impiety and hypocrisy - a thin veil to cover crimes which would disgrace a nation of savages. The first paragraph of this article was written by Frederick Douglass in 1852. I only made three editorial changes: from "slave" to "black", from "Fourth of July" to "Biccnrcn-

What to the American Black is your Bicentennial Celebration? I answer, a time that reveals to him, more than all other days in the year, the gross injustice and cruelty 10 which he is the constant victim. To him, your celebration is a sham; your boasted liberty, and unholy license: your national greatness, swelling vanity; your sounds of rejoicing arc empty and heartless; your denunciation of tyrants, brass-fronted impudence: your shouts of liberty and equality, a hollow mockery;

What about America's inflexibility and intolerance of the gcniusofaW. E. B. DuBoisoraPaulRobeson?Whatabout an America that tries to make public mockery of a folk hero named Cassiu Clay and now guises its respect for him in flocking to ee a Muhammad Ali. What about the constant shadow of' fear and the constant growing gap between blacks and whites? What about America's civil religion with it slogan "In Goel We Trust" which i not only dishonest but they smell of deceit and treachery. Yet American church worship hour is the mo t segregated hour in American life? What about the depth of a people's arrogance and superiority when a school bus is used to vent their sickness? Shall I rejoice over America's terminal disease? NO! NO! NO! I cannot celebrate the Bicentennial, but there are ome things I can do: FIRST, I can affirm my faith in the God of Judgement, who will in His time, divide nations in uch way that "justice will roll down like mighty waters and righteousness like a mighty trcam". SECOND, I can affirm the good in America and the good she has done for others. I cannot question her motivations but some of her fruit has been good. America is not all bad, and to say that would be unfair. America has helped to feed the hungry, provided opportunity for many, and justice for ornc. Relatively speaking, one might consider that noteworthy; however, freedom should never be piecemeal or in stages. Either a man i free or he is not, and to effectively address the reality of thi dictum is essentially where America has failed. I should not have to beg or barter for my freedom. I was born free! I can affirm America's potential for greatness even though with every passing day I sec the prize of a long national life slipping away. I can affirm America's good and I can denounce her evil and hopefully still respect my country. Blind patriotism i false patriotism. I believe the philosopher when he ays in essence, ··I should I ikc to love my country and justice too." In some strange sense, it is our obligation to say "no" to the Bicentennial in order that America never forget the evil that has been done nor the good that can be done. Pa11 of our contribution is to give America her "wake up call". What docs the Bicentennial mean to the American black man? Exactly what Frederick Douglass said about the Fourth of July. However, that should not keep Afro-Americans from affirming the good in themselves and the good left in their country. We have made supreme contributions to the health, wealth, and well-being of this nation in every field of endeavor. We need not celebrate it once every two hundred years, but once every two hours. We arc a great people, a majestic people with much to be proud of.

nial" and from "day" to "time". One hundred and twentythree years later most black people can experience a strange ambivalence about the truth of Douglass 's scaring statement. On the one hand, we arc addcncd and embittered by the seeming timeliness of a paragraph about the state of the nation as it is related to blacks almost a q uartcr of a century ago. On the other hand, we rejoice in the spirit and saga of' a Douglass who could so masterfully say what so many of us feel. Then on the third hand (which represents that ideal instrument that makes the other two seem extreme), we find the gnawing reality that America, although she has tragically violated the black man's freedom (as well as many others), she has provided more opportunities and rights to citizens of color than almost any nation in the world (save the new emerging third world nations). America the barbarian, America the tyrant, America the land of opportunity, America the land of the free, and the home of the brave for all TITLES that fit! What ambivalence there is in the land as it relates to the children of color. So the question still rises, what is the Bicentennial to the American Black? At first glance one might quickly say the only answer is in confusion and frustration of not having an answer. At .ccond glance our vision penetrates beyond the "quick and easy" and moves to a defensible position. Certainly, I can only answer the question for me and hope that it strikes a chord in you. America is all that Fr dcrick Douglass says, and more. We've known it to enslave our forefathers, murder our fathers and emasculate our brothers. We've known its savage jokes, its ability to make a minority uncomfortable, and its never-ceasing reminder that white is st i II "rnight and right". It has taught the black man self-hate and the white man self-elevation. It has deeply irnbcddcd within more than

thirty million blacks in this country a quiet but gnawing fear of being rejected. It has taught the black man a corrupted form of Christianity that has heired to enslave rather than to liberate. America has been devouring its own children. And because of these indictments, America has been tried and found guilty. However, because the hath water is dirty we do not have to throw out the baby. Like a father who gave me life no matter how wretched. how evil, how cruel and mean he is still my father. There is a love that is sometimes inexplicable but yet is related to a gratitude for being a biological instrument ofthe Lord. I hate him but I love him. If I am separated from him, all of my life I long to sec him. trangc, isn't it? So you say, "Well, what is your position?" Deductively speaking, it is impossible for me to celebrate the Bicentennial of America when I am frequently not treated like any other American. In order lo receive acceptance and brotherhood, and yet they want me to commemorate the deaths of Emmett Till, Mcdgar vcrs, Martin Luther King and the many others. hould I rejoice in their martyrdom?

Dr. Benjamin is Senior Minister of the Second Christian Church of Indianapolis, Indiana.

Nellie Buchanan Night Celebrated At National Theatre Soror Nellie Buchanan Night at the National Theatre was a tremendous success. In the final number of "Bubbling Brown Sugar" the cast electrified the audience with the dancing and singing of Duke Ellington and Irving Mills' "It Don't Mean A Thing" and then went into the theme of the musical "Bubbling Brown Sugar". The audience stood and gave a rousing ovation for Avon Long, Thelma Carpenter, Vivian Reed, Joseph Attles and the entire company. Avon Long came to center stage, raised his arms for quiet. He told the audience he would like to pay tribute to his teacher, Miss Nellie Buchanan of Baltimore who inspired and started him off in show business at Douglass High School through the Mask and Wig Club. Miss Nellie Buchanan came on stage in a long kelly green gown, composed and smiling. They put a red spot light on her and her hair appeared to be red. She looked stunning. Avon Long gave her a big hug and kiss. Mrs. Lullclia Harrison, Past National Ba· ileus of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Houston, Texas gave a beautiful speech and presented Miss Buchanan a dozen roses and a Cameo broach from the national sorority, meeting in executive ·ession. More than 100 sorors nationwide and from Baltimore and Washington cancelled their board meeting to attend the Friday night show. Soror Grace Phillips, Basileus of Beta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta, Washington presented a plaque to Avon Long as a tribute of appreciation for "his not forgetting from whence he came." The tribute moved the actor on the stage and Thelma Carpenter was seen to wipe away a tear. The presentation was that moving. Mrs. Phillips said Zetas honor and re pect Mi s Buchanan for her ability to influence her tudents from I 925 through I 970. At the same time she founded the Mask and Wig Club at Douglass High School she was ational President of Zeta. A comment heard backstage after the presentation was that thi was the first time that any actor had ever honored his teacher in the history of the National Theatre. In the audience were many former members of the Douglass High School Mask and Wig Club as well as former classmates of Avon Long. After the show, pictures were made with Avon Long. (Sec Friday's AFRO for more details.) The National Black Media Coalition says that minorities make up IO per cent of the workforce in the broadcast industry but own less than one-halt ol one per cent of the broadcast licenses in the country. FCC Commissioner Ben jamin Hooks agrees.

Nellie Buchanan

Music: Opera-German Style

Soror Gail V. Gilmore ha a heavy schedule for the 1975 opera season in Germany. The melodramatic coloratura-soprano has won raves according to newspaper accounts received in Indianapolis. For example: February 5, 1975

"Frankfurter Rundschau"

The favorite of the public profited to a special degree-Gail V. Gilmore, a vital actress, coloratura-alto; lately the voice in demand, who sang loud and beautiful, which is rare, and more beautiful than the remorse aria and the "Song of the Veil." February 4, I 975

"Stadt und Land"

In the role of Eboli one could listen to the appealing, well temperament, charming, musical, dramatic, understanding, young-blooded, dark-skinned Gail V. Gilmore, who caused more than one enthusiastic applau e on the scene. February 4, 1975

"Allgemeine"

The first bravos of the evening was in the fifth scene of Gail V. Gilmore. And indeed a little gutteral, but extremely virtuoso mezzo-soprano ha offered fantastic unity of dramatic action and singing in the aria, as well as the scene with the queen. The young Black American with the Afro-look hair-do sings her part like all the others in the German language without force and simply fascinating. From September through December 25, Gail has performed in the operas "Figaro," "Teufel," and "Macbeth." In 1976 her performances wi II include "Orfoo," "Figaro," and "Lulu," with periodic performances in Bonn and Giessen. Her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Gilmore arc happily looking forward to her return home around July of 1976. Her mother is also a Zeta.

Gail V. Gilmore performing in "Figaro," act I.

Shown touching plaque of Richard Allen founding a historic black church in America is Soror Herson. Other sorors in photo are (I to r) Sorors Deborah Wolfe, Ruth Miller Gore, and Jewell Livingston.

Zetas take time out to honor a founding Father - Richard Allen, founder of Mother Bethel Church, Philadelphia, Pa. Soror Deborah Wolfe places wreath (Left - Front - Soror Isabel M. Herson places commemorative wreath on right. Two founders watch in background.

Statement on the World Plan of Action •, and the Declaration of Mexico We, the undersigned individual of the non-governmental organizations' Committee on International Women's Year and other nongovernmental organizations, acting in our personal capacities, applaud the designation of 1975 by the United Nations as International Women's Year, and have set as our own its goals of Equality between Men and Women, the Integration of Women into Development, and the Contribution of Women to Peace. We commend the United Nations for convening a World Conference on International Women's Year, which gave women from all parts of the world and vastly differing life styles the opportunity to meet and deliberate, to learn from one another, and to work out a program for implementing their common goals. We welcome and subscribe to the World Plan of Action adopted by the delegates to the Conference on International Women's Year, in particular, the establishment of a Minimum Target Date, and the proposal for a Decade for Women and Development during which governments and non-governmental organizations will work towards the achievement of the goals named therein. We also endorse the Declaration of Mexico to the extent that it enlists the support of women everywhere in the struggle again t political, economic and social oppression, racial discrimination and religious intolerance. We support fully

the principles of the Declaration which reiterate the need for true equality of rights, opportunities and responsibilitie between men and women, the elimination of all obstacles which stand in the way of enjoyment by women of equal status with men, and the call for governments and non-governmental organizations to work toward the accomplishment of these aims. We deplore, however, the inclusion in the Declaration of Mexico of political considerations not contemplated in the original proposals for international Women's Year and which contravene their stated purposes. We further deplore the equation of "Zionism" with those abhorrent institutions which have oppressed women all over the world, as mentioned in the preamble and in paragraphs 24 and 26 of the said Declaration. We believe that full equality between men and women will result in the improvement of the life of all humanity. We therefore pledge ourselves to work for the implementation of the World Plan of Action and the positive aspects of the Declaration of Mexico, other than those included for political reasons as outlined above, as adopted at the United Nations Conference on International Women's Year held in Mexico City, June 19-July 2, 1975. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Nuns Want Equality In Church Role San Francisco (AP) - The 750 Roman Catholic nuns meeting here this weekend want an equal partnership in the running of the church, including ordination of women and perhaps the eventual election of a woman pope. The nuns of the seven-year-old National Assembly of Women Religious say they seek more control over their own lives so they can respond better lo today's social issues. "l AM 'CHURCH' as much as any bishop," Sister athcrinc Pinkerton, 53. said pointing a thumb at herself'. "We want partnership in the church. The whole thrust of this organization is that women should be at the decision-making and policy-making levels in the church." And she said this incl udcs the possibi I ity of a woman pope someday. The 3,500-member organization endorsed the proposed Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution and supported the ordination in 1974 of I I women in the Episcopal hurch,

orders across the country. They dress as they want and prefer to be called sisters instead of nuns, because "sister and sisterhood are meaningful words for contemporary society." The sisters work with prisoners, farm workers, prostitutes, impoverished rural dwellers and inner-city minorities. Some have been jailed for demonstrating. Others work for change as lawyers, doctors, bankers and politicians. The sisters believe young women today are not interested in joining the type of institutional izcd life a nun is bel ievcd to lead. They want women joining an order to find it is an exciting career oriented toward building a "globally just society." "We women in the church have been in a sense owned, held in a certain position and there was security in that traditional role," said Sister Catherine, who works with the Cleveland diocese. "The kind of change we arc talking about is frightening to some people."

Member of the Chicago-based group belong to various 21

New York's Graduate Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Honors Dr. Elizabeth Koontz In her speech entitled '' Wanted! !.1.1.1•1 Women Who Care," the dynamic Dr. Koontz cha I lcnged women to become active participants, and deci ion makers so as to be represented in the seats of power.

ln commemoration of "International Women' year; Roche rer's graduate chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority oberved its first In tallation, and honored Dr. Elizabeth Koontz, a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, as "International Woman of the Year". Dr. Koontz served on the United Nations Commission that established "International Women's Year". These warm and moving activities took place June 7, 1975 at Memorial AME Zion Church. Dr. Koontz, an internationally known figure in the fields of education; and tate and federal government, is former National Director of Women's Affairs, former President of National Education Association; and is currently with the North Carolina Department of Human Resources.

She further concluded: "This is a practical world and fulfilled Womanhood can not be a reality unti I opportunities are there for women to make the choices and fulfill the multiple roles of their lives. Neither they nor this society can honestly allow women to believe they will play only a simple role of wife or mother". TO DO SO IS CRIMINAL.11.'!.1.'!.1

!st. Row: Sorors: Beryl Battle, Dr. Elizabeth Koont, Dorothy Bass, N.Y. State Director Znd. Row: Oelquency Capers, Dr. Frances Baker, Bonnie Carter, Linda Wallace, Jacqueline Gilchrist, Johnnie 3rd. Row: Jeanetta Dunlap, Marsha Blankson, Wanda Budd, Ella Carson, Vivian Chance, Alice Evans.

cales.

Chapter Receives Charter

Charter members of Theta Gamma Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Seated: Soror Ulysses J. Williams; standing (left to right): Soror Dessie P. Kennedy, Soror Alice E. While, Soror Mary Pearl Smith, Soror Pauline Sims.

Theta Gamma Zeta haptcr ofZcta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. received its charter in a ceremony held at the East Arkansas Regional Mental Health Center on August 17, I 975 at two o'clock in the afternoon. This was the culmination of several months of planning where five members of Zeta in three towns were determined 10 renew their commitment to the national purposes of our sorority and give service in educational, political, economic and social work at all levels of our society. Presenting the charter at this historic event was Sorer Ruth . Mosley of Jackson, Mississippi, Director of the ouih cntral Region of Zeta Phi Beta orority, Inc. Assisting oror Mosley was oror Lula M. Gray of Pinc Bluff,

Arkansas, Director for the State of Arkansa , and members of Ela Sigma Zeta Chapter from North Little Rock, the sponsoring chapter. After the ceremony, a reception was held in the conference room of the center where guests were greeted in the receiving line by Sorors Mosley and Gray and the newly reinstated charter members: Sorer Ulysses J. Williams, Basileus; Soror Alice E. White, Anti-Basileu ; Sorer Mary Pearl Smith, Grumrnateus: Soror Dessie P. Kennedy, Tarnias; Soror Pauline Sims, Phylactcr, Following the reception, a private luncheon was held for members of the Zeta Sisterhood at the home of Sorer Dessie P. Kennedy at 716 Adams Street in Helena.

Zeta Tau Zeta Chapter in Action CHICAGO, ILLINOIS

BABY SHOWER FOR STORK'S NEST Chairperson Percola Ware sits while other sorors stand amidst items of clothing and baby needs which were brought to "Daby Shower" held at Sigma House as a part of the national project, Stork's Nest. Guests contributed "wares" to stock The Clothes Closet which is housed in the Arts of Living Institute Building on orth La Salle Street. Educational, social, and medical services are provided here for pregnant teenagers. SMILING SCHOLARSHIP WINNER Shown receiving a ZETA scholarship award is smiling undergraduate Wanetta Newman (center), senior at Bradley University, Peoria, Illinois. Wanetta is majoring in medical technology. Making the presentation at ZETA TAU ZETA's benefit affair is President Carrie Benjamin (left) while Dorothy Allison looks on approvingly. ZETA DARLINGS This fashionable bevy of sorors arc all smiles as seen by the photographer at the group's scholarship affair held recently at the Sabre Room. Shown from left to right arc: Carrie Benjamin, president; Dorothy Allison, scholarship chairwoman; Audrey Winfrey; Wanetta Newman (awaru recipient); Laura Banks, benefit chairwoman; Barbara Jones and 0olphine Pierce, co-chairwomen; Pcrcola Ware and Sandra Franklin.

RECEI YES PLAQUE Basil .us Currie Benjamin (left) presents a certificate of appreciation for outstunding and dedicated service to Eva Smith at a recent dinner meeting. Other recipients were Pola Patterson and Burham Jones.

Mu Zeta Chapter Conducts Greater Commitment, Greater Involvement Workshop

Members of Mu Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Attending the Workshop

Baton Rouge - "Greater Commitment! Greater lnvolvement! Providing New Approaches to Community Outreach Service," the theme for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, [nc., for the 197 4- 7 6 program period, served as a catalyst for our Finer Womanhood Workshop which was held in Room 155 of W.W. Stewart Hall on the Southern University campus, Saturday, March 22, 1975. The workshop was geared toward meeting the needs of each member of Zeta Phi Beta orority as she explored the theme "In Search of Self." It provided outlets for each member to become truly committed and to get totally involved in reconstructing the internal tructure. goals and objectives set forth by our founders. It afforded the opportunity of gaining the tenacity, courage and foresight which are essential in accornpl ishing the task ahead. Mrs. I. M. Herson, Immediate Past ational Grand Basileus and Chairperson of this session, opened with the

Sorority's National Hymn. She welcomed the group and shared an overview of the workshop components with them. The workshop was divided into six sub-work hops, each emphasizing a particular phase of the sorority's guidcl incs. Session I. "Becoming A Part." This session dealt with becoming a member of Zeta. Session 2. "Powers That Be." Dealt with the functions and responsibilities of the governing board of the sorority. Session 3. "Intel I igently Involved" dealt with the responsibilities of each member of Zeta. Session 4. "Rules of Participation" dealt with Roberts R11l1'1 f//' Order which governs the sorority's parliamentary procedures. Session 5. '· How Am I'' dealt with each member's evaluation of her contribution to the sorority. ession 6. "The Umbrella" dealt with the many challenges and services of %eta as outlined in the program,

Session 2. "Powers That Be"

Session I. "Becoming A Part"

Session 4. '' Rules of Participation"

Session 3. "Intelligently Involved"

Session 6. "The Umbrella"

csslon 5. 'How Am I"

Alpha Theta Zeta News

Participants on the Panel from Left to Right-Eddie Bonaparte, Rose Jackson, and Clementine Washington. into the Savannah State College Hall of Fame and for her work with the Trio Program at SSC; Mrs. Anita M. Stripling for outstanding volunteer community service, Mesdame Lillian Scott, Matilda Ricers, Ruby Lipscomb, and Lillie Jarvi as outstanding teachers; Mis Ruby L. King as an out landing teacher and for dedicated service to the SSC Alumni Association; Mrs. Olga B. Dingle for service in the field of religion and as an officer in the Southeastern Region of the sorority; Mi Metella W. Maree for volunteer community service; Mrs. Nancy Walker for work with the retired teachers and as curator of Kiah Museum; Mrs. Eugenia Glover for induction into Mu Theta Chapter, Kappa Delta Phi Honor Society; Mrs. Sadie Cartledge for religious, educational and community services; Mrs. Madeline D. Thomas for work with the NAACP and religious services; Mrs. Jessie Gibbs for her involvement in the teachers' professional organization and religious work with youth; Mrs. Reatha G. Delaware for Girl Scout leadership and work in religious education; Dr. Frankie G. Ellis for her many contributions to the field of education; Mrs. Elfleata G. Faison as basileus of the chapter and religious services. The week's celebration included worship at the First Baptist Church, the pastor being Reverend Samuel.

The sorors of Alpha Theta Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta had a successful Finer Womanhood Program. On Saturday, March 15, 1975, the chapter met at the home of the Chairperson of activities, Mrs. Sadie Cartledge, for a Panel Discussion and a membership hour. Rose Jackson moderated the discussion which was centered around the national theme, · 'Greater Commitment! Greater Involvement! Providing New Approaches to Community Outreach Service." The other members of the panel were: Eddie Bonapart, treasurer, Nu chapter, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority; Clemontine F. Washington, Basileu , local chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Betty Bcrksteiner, President, local chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Each participant shared with the group the varied activities of her sorority. It was quite re vealing, the empha is placed on such needs as food, clothing, recreation, and health. It was concluded that each fraternal group puts forth great effort to meet many of these needs of the community. Each person present renewed her enthusiasm and zeal to rededicate her services to make these projects even more effective and to work more clo ely with the other groups. Certificates of award were made to: Mrs. Alma R. Wade for induction into the Savannah late College Athletic Hall of Fame; Mrs. Ella W. Fisher for induction

Flner Womanhood Week Luncheon of Delta Alpha Zeta

Seated (Left to right) Mrs. Johnson-Woman of the Year; Soror Alexenia Brown; Soror Fannie P. Watts-Founder; Sor or Susie Elliott-Zeta of the Year; Soror Arizona Clea ver Stcmons-Founder: Sorer Thelma Adair-Doctor of Education, Queens College, N. Y. Standing (Left to right) Sorors Marion Crist; Vivian Bright; Ms. Kcndolyn Hodges-Girl of the Year: Sorors

Pernell Warren; Karen Williams-Basileus of Omicron Beta Chapter; March Broders; Brother William E. Doar=-Execunve Secretary of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity: Soror .Joanna Ransom-Past Grand Basileus; Amicae Grace Goddard-President, Brooklyn Amicae; Sorors Romona Crosby; Elgiva Ball-Basileus; and Louise Batson.

Shown in center of above photo is Soror Viola Frasier, 'hairperson, presenting check lo Mrs. Lindsay Lewis, Manager of the Carver Federal Savings Bank, for lhc Reives Children's Educational Fund. Delta Alpha Zeta Chapter, along with the Omicron Beta and the Urooklyn Zeta Amicae have raised $1,503.00 lo dale for the Fund. Some of the

others who worked on the Recent "Wine and Cheese Sip" were (Left to Right) Sorors Elgiva Ball-Basileus; Mamie Bishop; Louise Batson; Viola Frasier; Mrs. Lindsay Lewis; Sorors Julia Stith; Dorothy Bass-Associate Director; Vivian Bright; Ruth Blackmon.

News Notes from Beta Zeta Chapter in the Nation's Capital

BETA ZETA SORORS ASSIST GRAND BASILEUS

Season's greetings are extended to all Sorors from the Soro rs of Beta Zeta Chapter as 197 5 is slowly coming to an end. The ladies of one of the largest chapters in ZET ADOM consider 1975 a banner year and look forward to 1976 activities being even greater.

Al ways responding gladly to the call in need of any Soror, chapter sorors assisted the Grand Basilcus, Janice Kissner in the packaging and mailing of the Summer newsletter to expedite the delivery of the newsletter to al I chapters. Chapter orors worked fervently with "Grand Jan" and Soror Thelma Fisher in accomplishing the huge task. Alpha chapter sorors were also quite rcspon iblc in this effort. Chapter Basileus, Grace W. Phillips, was never tiring during the summer as she was constantly at Grand Basilcus Kissner's side during her stay at Howard University Hospital and during her recuperative period.

BETA ZETA CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP AW ARD RECIPIENT Beta Zeta Chapter's annual revolving scholarship award for high school seniors this year was received by Miss Sharon Lynch of Roosevelt High School in Northwest Washington, D.C. Roosevelt High School principal, Mr. Carl J. Hymes and Scholarship Awards Coordinator Ms. S. Lathrop, along with the recipient expressed appreciation to the chapter and to the chapter scholar .hip chairperson, Sorer Marjay D. Anderson, for recognition of worthy high school students. Miss Lynch planned to matriculate at Georgetown University.

BETA ZETA CHAPTER PARTICIPATES IN NCNW'S BETHUNE CENTENNIAL RECOGNITION DINNER Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was recognized in several outstanding categories through the participation of Beta Zeta chapter members at the National Council of Negro Women's Bethune Centennial Recognition Dinner. Sorors recognized as Life Members ofNCNW included Dr. Frances W. Highcs, Mrs. Rosalie R. Kennedy, Mrs. Lucille Brown, Mrs. Mildred S. Bunton, Dr. Ruth H. Baxter and Mrs. Ruth Long. All these ladies arc extremely active as far as chapter activitics arc concerned. Also recognized at the affair as an achiever was chapter Basilcus Grace W. Phillips who also functioned with the planning committee of N NW as coordinator or twenty-six affiliate organizations. Zeta Phi Beta orority, Inc. was also recognized as a sponsor or the Mary Mel.cod Bethune entcnnial Dinner and the prestigious affair was attended by many notables all sharing the same commitment in the Bethune tradition commitment, dedication and service to the National Council of Negro Women.

BETA ZETA CHAPTER ANNUAL AWARDS LUNCHEON Sorors of Beta Zeta Chapter observed the Annual Awards Luncheon activities at the Mayflower Hotel in June, ! 975. Co-chairwomen were Sorors Marcia M. Exum and Sybil Boggis. Others on the committee included Soron, Lynelle Smith, Lavinia Thornton, Gwendolyn Brunson, Kathleen Thomas, Catherine White and Josephine aunders. The highly successful affair featured musical selection renditions by Sorer Thornton, a talented and accomplished pianist and dramatic readings by Soror Iola F. Howard which were very inspirational. Many sorors graciously received recognition from the chapter for the many accomplishments and endeavors they had attained. A surprise and welcome vi. itor at the affair was in the person of oror Zelda P. Hutcherson who now resides in Los Angeles although she still retains her affiliation with Beta Zeta Chapter.

BETA ZETA SORO RS PRESENT AT "NELLIE BUCHANNAN NITE" AT D.C.'s NATIONAL THEATER

BETA ZETA CHAPTER SORORS ATTEND ANNUAL BLACK CAUCUS DINNER

Under the leadership of Basileus Grace W. Phillips, sorors of Beta Zeta chapter and s rors from Baltimore and Zeta Phi Beta's National Board Officers repre ented Zetadom at a special "Nellie Buchannan Night" at the National Theater during the "Bubbling Brown Sugar" attraction. The show's male star, Avon Long, was paying tribute to his mentor, Soror Nellie Buchannan (Zeta's 4th National Grand Basileus). Mr. Long recognized Soror Buchannan as well as the presence of local and visiting Soro rs. Beta Zeta chapter presented Mr. Avon Long a plaque for not forgetting "from whence he carne ". The National Executive Board presented Mi s Buchannan an extravagant bouquet of roses. All totaled, approximately eighty-five sorors attended and enjoyed the show and the timely presentations.

The Annual Black Congre sional Caucus Dinner was attended by several Beta Zeta Chapter sorors. Sorors Rosalie R. Kennedy (Chairwoman, National Trustees), LaRue Hill (Associate Ea ·tern Regional Director for D.C.), Marjay D. Anderson, Beta Zeta chapter is editor and Basileus Grace W. Phillips joined other local and national sorors at the annual dinner-recognition program held at the D.C. Washington Hilton. Grand Basileus Kissner was present along with other National Officers of Zetadom which included Sorors Edith V. Francis, Millie Veasey, Thelma Fisher, and past National Grand Basileus, Luellia W. Harrison.

District of Columbia Amicae News The Washington, D.C. Arnicae have experienced many successful ventures and activities. Earlier thi fall, the Amicac group along with Beta Zeta chapter sorors of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority worshipped at the Jcru alem Baptist church in the Georgetown area of the city. The Amicae made a donation to the church which was highly appreciated. Mi s Sheila Str ud, a 1975 graduate of Cardoza High School in the Di trier of Columbia was the recipient of a scholarship presented by the group. Miss Stroud currently is matriculating at the University of Pittsburgh. Funds for the

scholarship were netted from several not for profit benefits. D. C. Amicae were saddened by the death of Amicae Alice Grant in October, 1975. Sponsors of the D.C. Amicae Beta Zeta Chapter Sorors of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc. are: Lillian Battle, Ruth Long and Esther Peyton. Officers of the D.C. Amicae are: President, Mrs. Joan Jackson; Vice President, Mrs. Ann Reed; Financial Secretary, Mrs. Martha French; Recording Secretary, Mrs. Florencia Hill; Treasurer, Mrs. Lillian Street; Parliamentarian, Mrs. Iris Jackson; and Chaplain, Mrs. Sadie Scott.

1976 BOULE'

July 25, 1976 - July 30, 1976 MAR/OTT INN HOTEL Atlanta, Georgia (404) 659-6500 PLAN NOW TO ATTEND!

Epsilon Theta Zeta Chapter News

Alpha Tau Zeta News GALVESTON, TEXAS

SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA

"Zeta of Year" Honored by Hitchcock School Board

Soror Sallie R. Graham Honored by Epsilon Theta Zeta Chapter

Recently the School Board of Hitchcock, Texas set a idea day as Helen K. Backstrom's Day. It was to commemorate thirty-five years of service as teacher and principal of the Hitchcock Independent School District. Helen K. Backstrom has been named "Zeta of the Year" by Alpha Tau Zeta Chapter Hitchcock, Texas. Soror Backstrom is a native of Texas. She received her B.S. Degree from Houston College and a Master's Degree in Administration from Texas Southern University. The educator is an active member of Galilee Bapti 't Church and has served as Superintendent, teacher and a worker in other auxiliaries of the Church. Soror Backstrom has served illustriously in several official capacities among the Shriners. She has served as Basileus for eight years, a Life member of Zeta Phi Beta. A member of Advisory Committee to Board of Directors of Fir t State Bank of Hitchcock. A charter member of The Texas Historical Foundation, Galveston County Historical Society, Texas State Teachers A sociation, National Education A sociation and Hitchcock Local Teachers As ociation. Have traveled to Mexico, Canada, North, East, and Western United States for historical experiences. She has received service plaques, awards and many honor from the Sorority and other organizations. Soror Backstrom is a dedicated soror, teacher and mother. Education and helping others has been set as her top priority. She is married to Mr. Henry P. Backstrom or Galveston, Texas. The mother of two children, a daughter and son, and two grandchildren whom she has been instrumental in their education.

Soror Sallie R. Graham was honored as "Woman of the Year" by Epsilon Theta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., at its Finer Womanhood Celebration. Daughter of the late William and Mrs. Sallie Roberts, the honoree received her early education in the public schools or Suffolk, Virginia, and her high school education at St. Paul's School, Lawrenceville, Va. She earned her B.A. degree in English at Virginia State College and studied further at Columbia University, William and Mary, Virginia State College, Norfolk State College, and Hampton Institute. Acertified librarian, as well as a teacher, Soror Graham was retired from the Suffolk School System in 1972 after many years of dedicated service. A very active and energetic per on, Soror Graham was a charter member of three chapters of Zeta, including Epsilon Theta Zeta Chapter, and held the office of Basileus in each chapter, as well as other offices. She is a member of the First Baptist Church, MAHAN Street, in Suffolk, a member of the Excelsior Choir and other auxiliaries or the church, the leader of Girl Scout Troop #669, a member of the Virginia and the National Retired Teachers' Associations, St. Paul's Alumni Association, Virginia State Alumni Association, and the National Association of University Women. Soror Graham makes many of her own clothes and is an excel lent cook. But above al 1, she loves people and enjoys working with them, especially youngsters. The widow of Dr. T. A. Graham, oror Graham is the mother of Soror Arlcthia Elliott and the grand mother of Gina and Wina Elliott, Zctarcucs.

Robinson, Georgia Brooks, Helena Rivers, Sara T. Blackmon, and A. Lea Allen. Not shown: Diola Evans, Mable Matthews, Evelyn Howard and Lillian Sherwood.

Seated from left to right are Sorors: Lucille Williams, Arie Moreland, Bettye H. Shelling, Baslieus, Epsilon Zeta Chapter, annie McCormick, Evelyn D. Brown, Boule Marshall '76; Standing from left to right: Katie Wynn, Ann

Epsilon Zeta News ATLANTA, GA.

EPSILON ZETA HONORS RETIRED SORORS civic organizations. We feel that the chief feeling of these "ladies of leisure" is relief that many years of hard work has successfully ended. They perhaps enjoyed many pleasant occasions, and many years of success, but they" paid their dues" and now it's time to enjoy many other areas of activities.

Epsi Ion Zeta haptcr is busy planning for "Boule '76". Recently the chapter spent an afternoon honoring the retired sorors and presenting tokens to them in recognition of many years of outstanding service in many areas of work. Though retired from their many careers, these sorors still remain active in Epsilon Zeta, church work, and numerous

Beta Sigma Zeta Chapter TAMPA, FLORIDA haled by the community for establi hing a library for the convenience of hundreds of children and adult in the community. Also, a liberal donation was given to the local Sickle Cell Anemia Organization. An invitation was extended to the community to help feather the Stork's Nest which will be opened in the near future.

The month of May, 1975 was a busy month for Beta Sigma Zeta of Tampa, Florida. This chapter has pledged and initiated five beautiful and talented young ladie into Beta Sigma Zeta. Al o, during the month of May a dream became a reality a the members pledged and initiated the charter member of the undergraduate chapter, ALPHA ETA at the Univer ity of South Florida. The Chartering Ceremony was directed by the Southeastern Regional Director, Soror Eunice Thomas. The Chartering Ceremony was held in the Univer ity Ball Room on May 31, 1975. Soror Jessie Artest was the Speaker for the occasion. Soror Beatrix Varner is Basileus of Beta Sigma Zeta.

BETA SIGMA ZETA OBSERVES "FOUNDERS DAY" AT THE RAMADA INN, TAMPA, FLORIDA. The Beta Sigma Zeta Chapter ob erved Founder Day with a closed Luncheon. A tribute was paid to the five Founder of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, who are still serving their respective communities in a variety of Civic involvements. Helping the chapter to celebrate Founders Day were many visiting sorors from Epsilon Beta Zeta chapter in Plant City, Florida and from Zeta Gamma Zeta, St. Petersburg, Florida. Also, the local Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity attended the affair and served as program participants. S ror Marcia Reddy served as Chairman of thi elegant program. Soror Beatrix Varner is Basileu

FINER WOMANHOOD PROGRAM BETA SIGMA ZETA, TAMPA, FLORIDA Beta Sigma Zeta Chapter, Tampa, Florida delighted a mas ive audience with an impressive Candle Light Service held in observance of Finer Womanhood Activities. The program was held at the Kid Mason Recreation Center. Highlights of the program included the awarding of a plaque to Soror Dorothy Harmon for her out landing contributions to the community. Soror Harmon co-establi hed the Hathaway House in Tampa for the care of children. She is

Delta Rho Zeta Observes Founders Day founders - orors Arizona C. Clemmons, Myrtle T. Faithful, Viola T. Goings, Fannie P. Watts and Pearl A. Neal. An impressive Founders Day Tribute was given by Sor r Sylvia G. Miller, basileus of the chapter. oror Mary E. Mo lcy's contemporary characterization of the glowing Ii vcs of the founders was intensified as Soror Branch lighted the candle .

The residence of Soror Dorethea Branch provided the setting for the Founder Day Observance of Delta Rho Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Kinston, North Carolina. Following a brief business ession, the soror assembled around a table beautifully appointed with a birthday motif. A birthday cake adorned with five candles symbolized the five

Delta Rho Zeta Chapter KINSTON, NORTH CAROLINA

Dorethea Branch, Agnes S. Tilley, Marie Best, Mary E. Mosley Absent from Picture: Sorors Mallie Stocks, Nina Speights, Ethel Jarmon

Left to right - First Row: (Seated) Sorors Ruth G. Thompson, Joyce Horton, Rosalie Adams, Eastern Regional Director (Workshop Consultant), Sylvia C. Miller, Thelma Davis Second Row: (Standing) Inell Davis, Gearlecn Demmons,

Finer Womanhood Week Observance DELTA RHO ZETA, KINSTON, N.C. Progress of Zeta Amicae was reported by Soror Agnes Tilley. Sorer Inell Davis introduced the Archonians During the week, birthday gifts were donated to Dobb School - a school for delinquent boys and girls - of which Soror Branch is director. Placing emphasis on religion as a prevailing factor, members of the chapter worshiped in a body at Saint Mary Free Will Baptist Church.

Delta Rho Zeta launched the celebration of Finer Womanhood Weck with a series of activities at King Bros. Restaurant.

Immediately following the Rededication Service, Soror Mary E. Mosley gave a tribute in memory of Sorer Doris Murphy, a deceased sorority member. Introductory remarks by Soror Ruth G. Thompson, opened a workshop centered around the theme: "Greater Commitment to Human Relations the hallengc for International Women's Year." oror Rosalie C. Adams, Eastern Regional Director, served as workshop consultant. Sorer Adams unfolded new aspects of the theme while working with panelists - Sorors Agnes Tilley, Joyce Horton, Thelma Davis, ylvia G. Miller, Dorethea Brunch. Ruth G. Thompson, and Mary E. Mosley. The summation was given by oror Marie Best. At the Blue and White Luncheon, oror Sylvia G. Miller, Hasilcus of Delta Rho Zeta, brought greetings to the guests.

General Activities In addition to stressing interrelations during Sorority Year, Delta Rho Zeta entered a life member hip with the NAACP, "adopted" an indigent family through the Christmas Opportunity Program, presented an educational scholarship to a deserving high school graduate, donated flowers to two rest homes, and cooperated with the Arnicacs in sponsoring a party for a local rest home.

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Solourner Truth

Harriet Tubman

Mary Bethune

Arizona Stemmons

Myrtle T. Faithful

V iota T. Goings

Pearl Neal

Fannie P. Watts

Dr. Evelyn S. Lewis

Joanna Ransom

Edith Lyons

Julia W. Hamilton

Esther C. Payton

Josephine Smith

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Isabel Herson

Janice G. Kissner

Ida B. King

Jewel Livingstone

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Grace W. Phillips

Edith S. Francis

Marian H. Shannon

Ruth M. Gore

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The South Central Regional Director

RUTH MOSELEY

the taxes and/or what funds (monies) are coming into our state and community that we as black citizens have the right to help make the decisions as to where and how these funds are to be spent. "The only way for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing." Sorors, the dire need is now, because of the child care programs, the black busines · community and its de vclopmcnt and the emphasis placed now on the political scene, again I stress our time is now. As director of the South Central Region I would like to sec this effort made and look forward ·10 working with all the members to sec that we can become more effective. Soror Moseley ran for office of state representative for State of Mississippi during 1975 election. She ran from District 31 . Her main objectives were:

Regional Director - South Central Having as our Theme: Greater Commitment! Greater Involvement! Providing New Approaches to Community Outreach Service, we should make this theme communicate for us, not by just saying and writing it, but by involving ourselves. In order for us to become involved and get down to business at a time when our economy is reaching its lowe l ebb in some respects in more than 30 years, when political scandals are at an all time high, when world sentiments is against America as never before, soror this is the time to really utilize our many skills and talents. The challenge facing blacks today is even more evere than we realize. We must be mindful that there is an inseparable and necessary relationship between educational goals, economic goals, and political goals. As members of an organization such as ZETA, we must become aware and involve ourselves in the decision-making process in our local communities as they relate to the aforementioned goals. We mu t not only be concerned about increasing our membership and making profits on our annual projects (which I feel both are important), but we must also be concerned as to what laws are being passed in our state and community, and how we can be effective in helping to lower

I. A fair shake at good jobs 2. Quality education 3. l mp roved social services for the aged and disadvantaged 4." Lower laxes 51 Clean and safe neighborhoods 6. Open district meetings She is married to Or. Jean L. Moseley and i, mother of Alan, Jcssylcn and harlton.

From the Office of Third Vice President

SOROR SHEILA A. MOUTON Dear Sorors, As the school year nears a close, I am hoping you have enjoyed a succe sful year in Greekdom. Congratulations to all the Undergraduate chapters for your excellent programs, your enthusiastic responses and your phenomenal growth. lt is very satisfying to find Zetas in large numbers on college carnpusc across the nation. You are to be commended for your participation in our national project, St rk' Nest, a service project. Many Undergraduate chapters have sponsored showers, managed the centers and have done many other things lo support the project. Let us remind you that service is one of our ideals, and it is perhaps the easily identified of all. Let us continue to give service wherever it is needed. I also hope you have followed the Bill of Rights and have refrained from hazing and other unnecessary harassment. The Probate Bill of Rights, which was adopted in 1974 at the Philadelphia Boule, is mandatory, and it is expected that no Soror has in any way infringed upon the right of Zeta Probates in either your fall or spring initiation. Every Zeta is obligated to follow national mandates. Times demand deemphasis on social activities. I wish for you a pleasant summer and many years of happy Greek membership. You will receive further directives, and anticipated courses of action from this office. Sheila A. Mouton, National Third Anti-Basilcus

Epsilon Zeta Zeta Chapter News PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS SOROR'S DAUGHTER WINS TITLE Miss Patricia Lynn Gray, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. 0. Gray was crowned "JEFFERSON COUNTY JUNIOR Miss" in the Jefferson County Junior Miss Pageant on Saturday, recently at the Holiday Inn. She competed for the title with young ladies from throughout Pine Bluff and Jefferson County. Pat, as she is so affectionately called, captured the audience when she sang - "YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND". She is a senior at Pine Bluff High School; and after graduation, she plans to attend College to pursue a degree in Law. Patricia is a very active high school student. She was one of the Homecoming attendants for the Pine Bluff High School Homecoming activity, which was a gala affair. She is a member of the St. John A. M. E. Church; where she is active in Sunday School and the youth choir. Her hobbies include, playing the piano, reading and sewing. Patricia will now go to the State Pageant to compete in the State Competition for the State Junior Miss Title during the month of December. She has one sister, Cynthia who is a sixth grader. Her mother is the Associate Director of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. for Arkansas - Soror Lula M. Gray. Our hats are off to PAT - A FUTURE ZETA - AND ALL OF US IN EPSILON ZETA ZETA CHAPTER ARE PUSHING FOR HER IN THE STATE PAGEANT. WE ALL SAY CONGRATULATIONS TO PAT ... Soror Humphrey, Reporter

Patricia Lynn Gray

THE BLUE AND WHITE FAMILY MOVES FORWARD

NU GAMMA TAKES AN INTEREST

International Grand Basileus, Soror Janice G. Kissner along with Brother Charles Wright of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, were special guests at the Ohio State Meeting, held jointly by Zeta Phi Beta and Phi Beta Sigma at Bowling Green State University, November 14th and 15th. Host chapters, P i Epsilon of Zeta Phi Beta and Epsilon Phi of Phi Beta Sigma had an exciting and very prosperous weekend. The agenda included business meetings, a luncheon, several workshops, and a "nocturnal cabaret." Ohio's first joint Zeta-Sigma Meeting is a positive show of the true bond of the relationship of the Blue and White family. We sincerely hope to accomplish our goal in fostering better relationships and more joint ventures by Zetas and Sigmas around the world. The meeting was held at the Bowling Green State University, Student Union. Psi Epsilon and Epsilon Phi provided accommodations for all undergrads.

One of Zeta' s goals is sisterly love, not only for our sorors but for all women no matter who they arc, from what branch of society they may be, or under what conditions that may exist. With this in mind Nu Gamma Chapter of Coppin State College has reached out to help and be friends to the young women who reside at the Lutheran Hospice for Girls. The Lutheran Hospice for Girls, Park Ave., Baltimore, Md., under the direction or Mr. John Kilchcnstrin, is a residing place for foster girls between the ages of 14-17. Nu Gamma Chapter contacted Mr. Kilchcnstrin to request permission Lo visit the girls. Our request was confirmed and a contract was signed Sept. 2, 1975 for every Tuesday between the hours of 6 and 8 P.M. Our main objectives arc tutorial, recreational, social and community services. With these objectives in mind we hope that we can be of some help to the girls now and in the futurc:

Miss Williams Named Attendant Miss Darlene Williams, a senior biology major, is a native of Louis vii l.e, Kentucky and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Theodric I. Williams. A Scorpio woman, Darlene enjoys reading, writing black poetry, playing tennis, swimming and quiet evenings among friends. She has formerly reigned as first attendant to Ms. McCullin Hall, (1973-74), and as Ms. Alpha Phi Omega ( 1974- 75). Darlene is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. where she held the office of Secretary and Parliamentarian, Biology Club, Pan-Hellenic Council, and is a new member on the SGA Committee for institutional research. After graduation she hopes to obtain a master's degree in Education and teach on the secondary level.

Popular Young Woman Got It Together Debra J. Hood brings back 10 memory younger days and activities of an involved black young woman. Debra displays a quality of genuine happiness and satisfaction with her achievements. Recently, she was named Miss Zeta Phi Beta, is a cheerleader, member of Alpha Angel Club, participates in the Big Sisters and Big Brothers Program and is presently serving as an administrative intern for the Bureau of Corrections. She was elected to Who's Who Among American Colleges and Universities. She is a member of' Eta Alpha. The political science major's future plans arc to enter law school upon graduation. Debra's parents arc Mr. & Mrs. Malachi Hood of Wheelwright, Kentucky.

Eta Alpha - Kentucky State breaks; and Big Sister Program to two Frankfort Youths title is self-explanatory. The' 'little sisters" were taken on picnics presented Christmas gifts, birthday parties, and generally given an opportunity to enjoy these treats. The Zeta's future projects will be working toward donations for the "Crusade for Children", "March of Dimes", and "Save the Black Colleges." They arc in the process of initiating a program with the Kentucky Bureau of Corrections in a joint effort to render special services to the women at the Kentucky Correctional Institute for Women. With hard work and dedicated effort, these young Zeta Phi Beta ladies pursue extensively their endeavors and have demonstrated that finer womanhood is not only theory practice as well.

On Kentucky State University's Campus there arc eight young women who make up the Eta Alpha Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. They arc as follows: Janet Wallace, President; Stella B uckncr, Secretary; Kathy Frazier, Dean of Pledges; Darlene Williams, Parliamentarian; Ncllir Norris, Coordinator of the 1-Z Club (for women interested in Zeta); Lynelle Edwards, Treasurer; Debra Hood "Miss Zeta Phi Beta" 1975- 76 and fa nice Fantroy Smith. The sisters advisor on campus is Ms. Mary Chambers, a member of the Home Economics Research Lab at Kentucky State University. Zeta Phi Beta's colors arc Royal Blue and White. With their motto of·· Finer Womanhood, these young ladies strive for academic excellence as well as community service. They have been involved in several projects: On campus activities which entail sponsoring campus socials, raffles, and study41

GAMMA GAMMA ZETA'S 1975 DEBS

Left to right - Debbie Flowers, Valerie Jones, Her Majesty, Daphne Jones, Harriet Henderson, Estella Hudson.

Gamma Gamma Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated at Mississippi Valley State University, Itta Bena, Mis issippi successfully climaxed its second annual Debutante Pageant and Ball with the crowning of Mis· Daphne Mariette Jones of Yazoo City, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas H. Jones, as "Mis Zeta Deb '75". Her escort was Hubert E. Owen and her sponsor was her aunt, Soror Lureen Traynham of Columbu ·, Mis is ippi. Her majesty's court con isted of four runner-ups; l st place, Harriett Henderson, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. olan Hender on of Greenwood, Missis ippi, ponsored by oror Henri Etta Lowe, Basileus of the Greek Chapter of Itta Bena. Her escort was Levell Parker; 2nd place, Debbie Loui e Flower·, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Stannic Flowers. Jr., sponsored by Soror Laura Davis of Carrollton. Her escort was Michael Nalls; 3rd runner-up was Estella Hud on, pon ored by Soror Zelma T. Howard of Itta Bena. Her escort was Sydney Tyrone Howard; and 4th place, Valerie Renee Jones, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Jones. r. or Greenville, sponsored by Soror Maxine P. tcwart , and her

escort was Richard A. Stewart, Jr. The fathers presented the debs and the mother pinned with corsages.

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The Coronation was held in the M VSU Health, Physical Education and Recreation Complex gymnasium with many well-wishers, relatives and friends attending. Some of these included the first family, Dr. & Mrs. Earnest Boykin· and children. Four last year's '74 debs were pre sentcd, the undergraduate Zetas and Sigmas plus the graduate Sigmas were on hand to aid in the ceremony. The sorority is not a profit making organization and uses all proceeds to carry on community work and activities for underprivileged individuals and organizations, such as visitations and services to senior citizens and rest homes, and contributions of toys and clothing at hristrnas and financial support to our State mental institution. Furthermore, each year seven scholarships arc awarded to worthy talented young women toward their entrance into the college or university of their choice. 42

Alpha Chapter on the Move Relevance to the Seventies Wine and Cheese Sip for Freshmen: Center, Sorer Deborah Brunson; far right, Soror Yvonne Wright.

I z Meeting: Soror Lavinia Thornton.

I Z Meeting: l Z's Guy; Mnrgo Juckson.

The Sorors of Alpha Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, at Howard University, have been involved in academic and social programs. The l Z Club, organized by the Sorors this past school year, has begun to function in various activities on the campus. The Sorors and the I Z Club met in September, to plan for the school year's activities. Soror Lavinia L. Thornton, sponsor and advisor to the l Z Club, presented proposed activities and a profile of the I Z Club, the purpose of the Club and expectations of each IZ member. In September, Sorors of Alpha Chapter hosted "Wine and Cheese Sip'' as a welcoming activity for the incoming Freshmen and other new students. Alpha Chapter held its first in a series of seminar on the Campus, entitled "Family Planning". Mrs. Janice Adler from the Family Planning Center of Freedmen's Hospital wa the guest speaker for this seminar. October was Bowling Time for the Sorors of Alpha Chapter and the IZ Club. The second seminar was held on the campus in October and it was entitled "The Victim of Rape". Sargent Jenkins, a policewoman and a Zeta, was the guest speaker. Soror Jenkins is with the Sex Offense Board which is a division of the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia. Soror Jenkins was very informative and dealt with many of the vital issues concerning the problem of rape and its victim. Other seminars to be presented by Alpha Chapter in the coming month include: Financial Programs for Continuing Education, Venereal Disease, Dealing Effectively With the Blind, Good Grooming and Drug Abuse. In addition to the above program of activities, Alpha Chapter, the IZ Club, the Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and the Squires Club, plan joint activities for the school year. We of Alpha Chapter are trying to interest more women in the ideals of Sisterhood, Service and Scholarship. We hope that by dealing with current issues through our seminars and service projects, we will reach those women genuinely interested. Alpha Chapter is relevant to the seventies.

Charlotte Lovette: Leslie

Alpha Eta News Tampa, Florida

Jessie Artest was the speaker for the occasion. Sorer Artest is a former national officer. Serves as chairperson of National Finance Committee.

Shown here are sorors chartered into a new chapter in Tampa at University of South Florida. The chartering ceremony was conducted by Regional Director, Soror Eunice Thomas. Soror

Youth Express Views on Hunger Youth groups in various organizations are making aware the world's hunger in many significant ways. One church youth group staged a weekend retreat and fasted during the entire encounter. The money saved from the event was donated to the national office toward world hunger-reconciliation. Another example of the world hunger dramatization was while on a retreat at mealtime, the youngster were served empty MacDonald's boxes instead of food, and only drank water. The money that was saved was donated to a service for the poor. Recently, a woman's group stressed World Hunger at a luncheon

by serving every three people and skipping the fourth person to indicate the importance of the matter. At the Great Lakes Regional Conference last spring there was a mix-up (or divine intervention): two dances were scheduled for the same area. The hotel was embarra sed and tried to make amends. Great Lakes cancelled their dance. Five hundred dollars was saved and donated to the scholarship fund. Try some of the projects to he! p show concern for World Hunger.

PHIA GAMMA CHAPTER MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN Here at Phi Gamma Chapter, we are reaching for a better understanding of and more involvement in our community. We arc participating fully in the campus program "TeachA-Brother". This program offers tutoring services for junior high school students within our college town. Another project we have planned in the educational field is in conjunction with the Holmes Street School in East U111sing, Michigan. Herc we will volunteer our services as recreational a ssistants after school, three days a week. The holiday of Halloween was celebrated by the sorors of this chapter masquerading as the "Great Pumpkin." Candy was distributed al a near-by black school. A · 'Can Dance" was held November 14. The proceeds of the dance went to a needy organization. A show and dance given by our Sigma Brothers at Ferris State University, Big Rapids, Michigan, on October 25, gave

Meeting young college women at Ferris who have poten-

the ladies of Phi Gamma an opportunity Lo display their performing talents. Our hope is that this wil I help to improve the relationship with our Sigma Brothers from other univer-

tial for starting a chapter there is another aim. Thru achievement of these goals we hope to aid in furthering and enlarging Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Soror Patricia

sities.

Collins is Basilcus, and Sorer Ava C. Hudson is editor.

JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA the Univcr ity Student Newspaper. Diane Phillips received recognition for having the highest average in the sophomore class. She has an average of 4.0. She also received a scholarship from the United Negro Col-

DOING IT! Yes, Kappa Chapter is DOING IT WELL! The year of 1974-197 5 offered many new avenues for Kappa Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. The Chapter has sponsored numerous social and service activities for Johnson C.

lege Fund. Alice Tuck was Miss Phi Beta Sigma for 1974-1975.

Smith University and the Charlotte community. Getting off on the "good foot" is essential, and Kappa Chapter certainly did that with the initiation of four. vivaci-

Sherleen Mark went to Atlanta, Georgia, with a special communications class to take the test for her FCC license. She was the recipient of a WSOC $500 scholarship and summer internship.

ous new sorors, Agnes Whittle, Diane Phillips, Alice Tuck, and Sherleen Mark were initiated on December 6, 1974; and from that moment on have worked enthusiastically for the

Kappa Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. received recognition for having the highest academic average of any Greek letter organization on the campus of Johnson C. Smith University for the first semester.

objectives for which Zeta Phi Beta Sorority stands. Al I or the sorors or Kappa Chapter have achieved both academically and socially. Ethel K. Grinkley, editor of the I 974-1975 University Student Newspaper and president of Xi Lambda Chapter, igrna Tau Delta National English Honor Society and "Miss igrna Tau Delta", was awarded one ofthe two Samuel W. Byuarrn Awards from the National Council of Christians and

Kappa Chapter activities included working with Delta Zeta graduate chapter in sponsoring the Ebony Fashion Fair, giving Thanksgiving baskets to the needy, and giving a shower for a local high school girl. Kappa Chapter contributed to the United Negro College Fund, and helped the graduate chapter with its Zeta Involvement Program. Kappa Chapter has also started its own Interest Group.

Jews. She is also one of the 14 Smith students named to

Who'., Who A111011g S111cle111.1· i11 American Universities and College», 'thel received the coveted Bruce Bernard Joe 1 l urnan itarian Award along with an award for being a faithful member of the

With all of this, the Sorors of Kappa Chapter still found time to visit with other campuses. Through the block shows, they expressed the ideas of Zeta Phi Beta and their love for the sorority. DOING IT? Of' course, Kappa Chapter is doing it!! But

nivcrsity Choir and one for being editor of

the school's newspaper, Geraldine Dawson served 1974-1975 as president of the tudent ational Educators Association and .. Miss Zeta Phi Beta". he also received an award for service to the Uni vcrsity hoir. Agnes Whittle was inducted into Sigma Tau Delta Na-

what is most important is that Kappa Chapter is DOING IT WELL!! Geraldine Dawson is president, and Diane Phillips is the

tional English

reporter.

ocicty and was named 1975-1976 editor of

Zeta Grows on the West Coast

Charter members of Nu Epsilon Chapter, poses with newly initiated members immediately after initiation held on Loyola University Campus, Los Angeles, California.

The new members completed all requirements set forth during their pledge period by Gail Mitchell, Dean of Pledgees and Brenda Atkins, Dean of Probates. These requirements included volunteer service at Chino State Prison. The young women were involved in tutoring and counseling inmates. Tutoring involved academics and filling applications for employment upon release. The same type of program was implemented at Las Palmas School for Girls. where monthly visits were made to "rap" with the girls and instituted a "We Care" program.

and Dean of Probates as they leave for Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri and Georgetown University Law Schools. Sharing in this accomplishment was Neophyte Sherry Jordan as he prepares to leave for Heidelberg, Germany, where she will enter Schiller College, and Ramona Bynum will study Theatre Arts in London, England. Following the initiation the members were entertained with a social sponsored by Alpha Psi Zeta, graduate chapter. Attending and welcoming the new members were Sorors Audrey Quarles, Associate Regional Director, for California, Prince Ella Williams, Regional Gramrnatcus: Jerry Speed, Mary Word. Connie Hawthorne, Earline Wilkerson and Delphina Walton, St. Louis, Missouri, and Laura P. Farwcl I, basilcus of Alpha Psi Zeta and Uni vcrsity representative for Nu Epsilon chapter. Among other Nu Epsilon officers attending were Cheryl Mite, grarnmarcus; Jackie Berryhill Tarnias and Edwina Beebe, Epistolcus.

New members of Nu Epsilon arc Ramona Bynum, Angele Sneed, Donna Benton, Sandra Johnson and Lecia Brooks. Also feeling happy about their new affiliation in Leta arc Sherry Jordan, Carolyn Hill, Renae Sams. Melinda Mathis and Pat Devine. The initiation was part of the finishing touch for Sorors Renae Carpenter, Basilcus, and Brenda Atkins, Historian

Youth Visits Caribbean Twenty-one young persons ages sixteen to twenty-one were members of the National Convocation Choir Caribbean Choir that toured three nation . The group was chosen by predominantly black churches over the United States of the Disciples of Christ Christian Church.

given for the mayor and his staff before they began the regular duties of the day. The youth visited a high school graduation and a high class prep school, Saint Andrews for Girls. Two concerts in Port au Prince, sight-seeing and an al I day visit at the Iron Marked! and a TV appearance wrapped up their stay in Haiti. Father Lafontant of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church was their host. Santo Domingo, Republica Dominicana was the last part of the tour. The students were housed in the Episcopal Seminary and gave two concerts before quite appreciative audiences. The Dominicans spoke excellent Spanish and halting English. They were warm and cordial. Each participant was welcomed into a Dominician home and was treated with the warmest hospitality. These 21 students saw three countries through different eyes from those of a tourist!

The choir under the brilliant leadership of Phillip Rogers, a public school teacher of music, gave several concerts in Jamaica, Haiti and Dominican Republic. The tour represented one of a kind because in addition to singing, the youth were involved with sight-seeing, visiting small rural areas seldom visited by the ordinary tourist. In Jamaica the group were given a royal welcome by the Govenor-general of Jamaica His Excellence Florizcl A. Glasspolc. After singing two numbers for him, he treated the students to refreshments. A morning was spent in the Mayor's office where a brief concert was

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PRESID£NT NATIONAL FOUNDATION/MARCH

According 10 Soror Lullelia Harrison, the Stork's project is one of the fastest moving enterprises in Zeta's history. The program which initially started with Epsilon Zeta. Atlanta, Georgia was adopted as a national project in conjunction with the March of Dimes in 1972. To date thirty chapter, have been established while several others arc waiting to have their efforts recognized. Each stork nest is unique to its own community. Some arc highly organized with several services, whereas others offer one or more. Al I nests were established to help and encourage better prenatal care for mothers and their babies. 16. Iota Zeta Indianapolis, Ind. 17. B.:la Beta Zeta Columbus, S.C. 18. Gamma Era Zeta Selma, Alabama 19. Bew Delta Zt:t.i-Philadelphia, Pa. 20. Alpha Pi Zeta San Antonio. Tex. 21. Kappa Zeta Dallas, Texas 22. Zeta Iota Zeta -Shrcvcsport. La. 23. Beta Nu Zeta Greensboro, .C. 24. Alpha Iota Zell!, Tulsa. Okla. 25. Epsilon Ela Zl:la Columbus. Ga. 26. Delta 0111cga Zeta Huntsville, Ala. 27. Alpha Phi Zeta Richmond. Va. 28. Delta Omicron Zeta Boston, Mass. The tu Alpha Boston. Mass.

Chapters officially opened as Stork csts Centers I. Epsilon Zera-Atlanta. Ga. 2. Lambda Zeta-Houston, Tex. 3. Psi Zeta Fort Worth, Tex. 4. Eta Theta Zeta· Augusta, Ga. 5. Alpha Zeta-Beaumont, Tex. 6. Delta Theta Zc1a-Mobile, Ala. 7. Mu Zeta Baton Rouge. La. 8. Chi Zeta Oklahoma City. Okla. 9. Lambda Zcla Anahuac, Tex. I 0. Xi Zeta St. Louis. Mo. 11. Lambda Zeta Acrcv Hornes. Houvton , Tex. 12. Zeta Kappa Zeta Lakes Charles. La. 13. Alpha Gamma Zeta New Orleans. La. 14. Gamma Kappa Zetta Texarkana, Ark. 15. Alpha Pi Zeta Los Angeles. Calif.

29. Beta Upsilon Zl:la Dothan, Al,1. 30. Della Eta Zeta Fort Laudcnialc , Florida

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Beta Upsilon Zeta Chapter News DOTHAN, ALABAMA

Beta Upsilon Zeta Chapter, Zeta Arnicae and March of Dime· officially opened the Stork's Nest, Sunday, October 19, 1975. The program was held at Cherry Street A. M. E. Church with Soror Hazel Simmons, National Trustee, Fort Worth, Texas as Guest Speaker. Mrs. Simmons revealed the origin, purposes, and educational aspect or the project. Other

participants were: Mr. Julian Maynard, Field Representative National Foundation - March of Dimes, Montgomery, Alabama, Mrs. Peggi James, Executive Director Human Resource Development Corporation, Sorors Minnie Trotman, Anne D. Hayden and Mrs. Mary Kinsey, an Amicae. Special music by Mrs. Geraldine Moss, concert soprano and Cherry Street Youth Choir under the direction of Acronian Francina Bailey. Ribbon cutting immediately following the dedication. Mrs. Hazel Simmons cut the ribbon and is assisted by Mr. Julian Maynard. All auxiliaries served as hostesses during the Stork's Nest opening. Soror Susie Dumas is project chairperson and Soror Anne D. Hayden, president.

AMICAE HOLD SHOWER FOR STORK'S NEST

ZETA AMICAE HOSTESSES AT STORK'S RECEPTION

Standing left to right - Loretta Reeves, Annie Grayson, Elizabeth Danzey, Jm:quline Vester, Chrisana Hawk, Mary Edith Perry, President, Sabre .Johnson Sponsor, Bonnie Branham, Betty Clark, Mac Retta Reeves and Anne D. Hayden, IJasilcus.

Left to right - Callie Baxter, Mae Retta Reeves, Jacquline Vester, Mary Kinsey, Annie Grayson, Loretta Reeves and Bonnie Ruth Branham.

BET A UPSILON ZETA CHAPTER OPENS STORK'S NEST SOROR HAZEL SIMMONS

Gamma Omega Zeta Chapter Day

Gamma Omega Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated began a very eventful observance of their day proclaimed as "Gamma Omega Chapter Day" by the honorable Mayor Fred Hofheinz, Thursday, August 21, 1975 with a meeting in the mayor's office. The group met at the request of the Mayor. Basileu ·, Mrs. Mercedes Terry was presented with a proclamation, read and signed by the mayor for the initiation of the "Educational Component" of the Sorority's National Project, "Stork's Nest." The group was commended by the mayor for initiating this essential education component in prenatal education. The group left the mayor's office, after Mrs. Terry gave expressions of thanks and appreciation to Mayor Hofhcinz, and met at the Family Planning Center, 3501 Fannin. The members were most graciously welcomed to tour the building, review literature, films and other materials. The highlight of this tour was a lecture on the use of the materials at the center in the internal structure of the group's national project. The colorful and informative lecture was given by Mrs. Daisy Devers, a member of the staff at the Family Planning Center. Members climaxed the observance with a delicious luncheon served at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Spindle Top Room. Distinguished guest for this memorable day was Mrs. Bobbie Moorehead, associate regional director for Texas, of the Southern Region and Basileus of Lambda Zeta Chapter, the Premier Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, accompanied by Mrs. Mary Louise Watson, first Anti-Basileus of the sister chapter.

MRS. MERCEDES R. TERRY, Basilcus of Gamma Omega Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Hetti Sorority, Inc., receiving Proclamation from Fred Ilofhclnz , Mayor or the City, designating Thursday, August 21, 1975 11s Gammu Omega Zeta 'haptcr Day. llouston, Texas Zeta Phi Hehl Sorority.

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Gamma Omega Zeta Chapter Checking Material for Stork's est Educational Component Sorors Roselyn Logan, Bertina

Walker, Grammateus, Bobbie Moorehead and Mercedes Terry.

Milligan, Roselyn Logan, Genera Singers, Rosia J. Mosley, Mary L. Watson, Labbda Zeta Chapter; Olive Jones, Bobbie Morehead, Basileus Lambda Zeta Chapter.

Mrs. Daisy Devers, an officer and lecturer al the Planned Parenthood Center directs Workshop for Gamma Omega Zeto Chapter, ercedes R. Terry, Basilcus. Others sorors included arc Berniece Briscoe, Jean Brooks, Prince Ella 51

Zetas Dedicate Stork's Nest in Heights

Soror Thelma Thomas (Southern Regional Director) presents plaque to Minnie Page (Stork's Nest chairman) and Evelyn Sheffield, Basileus,

Soror Luellelia Harrison, Director of National Project cuts ribbon as Kappa Zeta, Dallas, Texas opens its Stork's Nest.

Zetas and Amicae pictured together climaxing a successful Blue Revue. Reading left to right. Seated Verla ,Johnson, Alberta Thompson, Anna Spencer, Pearl C. Ander ·on (winner of Blue Revue honors) the late Soror Enola Mitchell, ancy Jernigan, and Josie Washington. Standing. Sorors Danella Jacobs,

Lucille Teague, Roverda Byron, Gertrude Land, Juanita Buchannan and Irma Jones. 3rd Row. Sorors Barbara James, Ima Swann, Amicae Mabel White, Sorer Minnie Page, the late Amicae Mary Goodlow, Soror Lillie II all, Arnicae Alberta Bluir and Soror Ophelia Stinson.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Launches Successful March on Birth Defects

MU ZETA AND BETA ALPHA CHAPTERS

at the home of Soror Isabel M. Herson, for the purpose of soliciting funds during their annual march for The National Foundation of the March of Dimes. According to Soror Donnie F. Hull, Chairperson of the drive for its 5-year history

On January JO, 1975, the members of Beta Alpha Chapter

within the sorority, eighteen sorors approach residents of the

of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, met with members

Southern Heights area asking financial support for the fight against birth defects.

of Mu Zeta, the graduate chapter of Baton Rouge, Louisiana,

Zetas Moving with Special Project The Holly Springs and Rust College chapters of Zeta Phi Bew Sorority, Incorporated traveled to the No11h Mississippi Retardation Center in Oxford, Mississippi to fellowship with their adopted sister and brother Greta and Basil Barton. The group presented both children with a fruit basket and a special cash coruribut ion of $200.00 to cover personal expenses. According 10 Mrs. F. A. Hathorne, President of the Holly Springs Chapter "the visit and the check presentation is part of the sorority's community outreach service program, whereby members of the chapter make calls and try to assist individuals who arc not as lortunutc as we arc." Other projects scheduled for the year include the support of special therapy Ior Basil and continued support of the chapter's scholarship programs. The chapters provide scholarship as-

Mu Zeta and Beta Alpha Mothers' March - Left to right are Sorors: Brenda Green, Erma McGhce, K. Frances Clem, Irma Douglas, Donnie Hull, Carolyn Benjamin, Geraldine Simms, Doreatha Earl, Linda Darnell Magee, Dorothy Hurrell, and Cassandra Goodwin.

sistuncc 10 one undergraduate member of the sorority, and one low income student who is not a member of the sorority.

''A mind is a terrible thing to waste.''

MAKE YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE EDUCATION FOUNDATION NAME Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Educational Foundation 1734 New Hampshire Avenue .W. Washington, O.C. 20009 I enclose my gift of$

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to support the educational and public service programs of the Zeta Phi Beta

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Who's Who Directory of Zeta Women October 22, 1975 Dear Sorors, The Who's Who Directory of Zeta Women will become a reality before the 56th Anniversary Boule which convenes in Atlanta, Georgia July 1976. This hard back bound book will be available for distribution and purchase during the Boule.

I wish to take this opportunity to thank all Sorors who have cooperated thus far by getting their pictures and/or biographical data into my office before the appointed deadlines. It is the desire of our Grand Basileus, Soror Janice Kissner, as well as this office, to place every Zeta (Graduate and Undergraduate), Honorary Member, Youth Group and Zeta Amicae Group in our Directory. To date, we have over 1,000 Zetas who have responded, but we arc sure that we have more Sorors than the number indicated here. Therefore, the deadline is being extendedfor 1!,e last andjina! time to December 10, 1975 in order lo allow those who have not responded to get your information in to my office, so as lo be incl uded in this historical document. Please remember the following in submitting your information:

*I. There is nofee churged in order for you to place your hiogropltirnl data in the directory, 2. Your black and white glossy picture should accompany your biographical data. 3. Zetas arc the only persons who will have individual photos in the directory. 4. Please send group pictures for the directory of: a) Archonian groups; b) Your Youth group; c) Your Zeta Arnicae group. *NOT!:·: Pictures should be black and white glossy size 8x 10. Names of persons pictured should be listed from left to right and attached 10 photo. 5. The Directory may be purchased for the following fees:

Ir fee is submitted prior to January I, 1976

Fee after January I, 1976

Graduates Undergraduates

$30.00 15.00

$40.00 20.00

Youth

Arnicac

10.00 25.00

15.00 30.00

Honorary Members

30.00

40.00

Se//{/ 01111' cashier' s checks or 111011ey orders -Please mak« o/1 checks 1111_w1ble to: The National Treasury of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, I nc, and mail to: Sorer The I ma Fisher, Acting Exccuti vc Secretary, National Headquarters 1734 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009.

*NOTE: All Sorors who previously paid $22.50 for the Biographical Directory will receive a copy of the Directory at no additional cost. We are requesting those Sorors who have submitted their information previously to re-submit this information, updating it, and to int! icatc that they have paid previously, so that we can recheck it against our records. Please send your information to: Soror Jewel P. Livingston 5523 Hebert Street St. Louis, Missouri 63 I 20 Sisterly yours,

Sorer Jewel P. Livingston Project Chairman

ALERT! Boule' 76 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Mariott Inn Hotel Atlanta, Georgia July 25-30, 1976

(404)-859-8500 Zeta calls all chapters to Atlanta, Georgia for a great Boule'. Prepare now for purchasing ads, making pictures, and for attending the Boule'.

People In the News EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVOR

MARRIAGE Soror Lorine Williams recently became Mrs. Kenbellah M. Oricdo. Bridal colors were, guess what-Blue and White. True ZETA through and through!

Soror Sybil E. Boggis has enrolled in the Duquesne University School of Law in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Chapter sorors extend sincere good wishes to Sybil as she embarks on this endeavor.

BIRTHS Soror Kathleen T. Thomas gave birth to TWIN daughter June 27, 1975. Congratulations to Soror Thoma and husband, Edgar and welcome to future "Zetas" Elizabeth Catherine and Patricia Anita.

TRAVEL Just returning from a mind-boggling educational tour of U.S.S.R. is Betty Smith, Zeta Tau Zeta, social worker at Michael Reese Hospital.

DEATHS Sister Eva Smith, Dept. of Nursing at the same hospital, is headed for a brief hiatus in London, Engl and. Wouldn't you say that the Smith Girls really "get around"? Eva traveled to Russia two years ago.

Beta Zeta Chapter was saddened by the untimely demise of Sorer Mollye Simm , June, 1975, and of the demise of former chapter Basilcus Beatrice S. Catlett, October, 1975. These sorors will be sorely missed.

AWARDS RELIGION

Nominated and accepted for incl us ion in the 1975-1976 edition of Who's Who of American Women is Dolphine Pierce, psychologist with the Chicago Board of Education.

Your editor, Sorer Burford, now holds a license as a minister for the Disciples of Christ (Christian Church) of Indiana.

HA YE YOU CHANGED YOUR ADDRESS SINCE THE LAST ISSUE? IF SO PLEASE LET US KNOW BY FILLING OUT THE FORM BELOW.

Name Chapter ----------------Name -----------------Address City

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National Officers Grand Basileus

Phylacter

Janice G. Kissner 300 Martine A venue, No. 3M White Plains, N.Y. 10601

Vetris F. Martin 461 Lockhart Street Daytona Beach, Fla. 32014

1st Anti-Basileus

Chairman, Executive Board

Edith V. Francis I 08 Bennington Drive Hightstown, N.J. 08520

lone H. Gibson I 05 Massachusetts Highland Park, Mich. 48203

2nd Anti-Basileus

Board of Trustees

Marjorie Ellis 747 West I 15th Street Los Angeles, Calif. 90003

Rosalie R. Kennedy, Chairman 12202 Hunters Lane Rockville, Md. 20852 Hazel Simmons 280 I Sarah Janes Lane Ft. Worth, Texas 76119

3rd Anti-Basileus

Sheila A. Mouton 2710 Holman Avenue Houston, Texas 77004 Grammateus

Leonia McQuillister 186 Byxbce Street San Francisco, Cali r. 94 I 32

Jewell Livingston 5523 Herbert St. St. Louis, Missouri 63120

Rowena Cleveland 614 First Avenue Selma, Ala. 3670 I Alice Mays 1821 East Second Street North Little Rock, Ark. 7160 I

Tamias

Millie Veasey 250 I Rock Quarry Road Raleigh, N.C. 27610

Undergraduate Member-at-Large

Jylla D. Moore Livingstone College Tucker Hall Salisbury, N.C. 28144

Antapokritis

Effie B. Burford 216 Berkley Road Indianapolis. Ind. 46208

Founders Arizona C. Stemons, Founder, President Grand Basileus, Emeritus 1915 Federal Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146 A/C 215 Pe 5-0299

R. R. No. 4 Jame town Rd. Springfield, Ohio A/C 513 324-4470

Fannie P. Watts 396 Decatur Street Brooklyn, New York 11233 A/C 212 774-2939

Pearl Neal 126 Martin Street Charlotte, North Carolina 28208 A/C 704 332-8820

Viola T. Goings R.R. No. 4, Jamestown Road Springfield, Ohio 45502 A/C 513 324-44 70

Myrtle T. Faithful

PAST GRAND BASILEI Arizona C. Stemons 1915 Federal Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146 A/C 215 Pe 5-0299 Edith Lyons*

Myrtle T. Faithful R. R. No. 4, Jamestown Rd. Springfield, Ohio A/C 513 324-4470

Blanche Thompson 6201 South Michigan Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60637 A/C 312 752-7546

Joanna H. Ransom 396 Montgomery Street Brooklyn, New York I 1225 A/C 2 I 2 1 n 7-9715

Lullelia Harrison 3210 South MacGregor Way Houston, Texas 77021 A/C 713 747-0366

Nellie Buchanan 39 I 9 Bateman Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21216 A/C 30 I 542- 7939

Nancy Bullock McGhee Box 145, I larnpton Institute Hampton, Virginia 23368 A/C 703 Pa 2- 7278

S. Evelyn Lewis 991 Herkimer Street Brooklyn, New York I 1233 A/C 212 493-7596

Deborah Cannon Wolle 62 South Union Avenue Cranford, New Jersey 07016 A/C 20 I Bridge 6-6256

Ruth T. Scruggs 180 Donna Le Blvd. Williamsville, New York 14221

Violette Anderson"

Mildred C. Bradham 1165 W. IOth Street Jacksonville, Florida 32209 A/C 904 354-2535

Nellie B. Rogers 2164 Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, Ind. 46202 A/C 3 17 926-8602

Isabel M. Herson 1827 79th A venue Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70807 A/C 504 357-4449

Fannie R. Givens"

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APPOINTED OFFICERS REGIONAL DIRECTORS Atlantic Region

Southern Region

Beryl Battle 36 Thomas Place New Rochelle, New York 10801 9I4-BE 5-2583

Thelma Y. Thomas 31 19 General Marshal I Lake Charles, Louisiana 7060 I 318-478-0784

South Eastern Region

South Central Region

Eunice S. Thomas I 116 Glenwood Columbus, Georgia 31906

Ruth Mosely 827 Brookside Place Jackson, Mississippi 39209 601-353-8922

Mid Western Region Great Lakes Region

Elece C. Dempsey 4454 Dryden Ave. St. Louis, Mo. 63115 314-261-6609

Josephine Crowell P.O. Box 843 Mt. Clemons, Michigan 48043

Pacific Region

Executive Secretary

Kathleen Carter 8007 South Alaska Tacoma, Washington 98408

Goldie Baldwin National Headquarters 1734 New Hampshire Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. 20009 202-387-3103

Eastern Region Rosal ie Adams 15 Overlook Road Richmond, Virginia 23222 804-329-0860

DIRECTORS AND ASSOCIATE REGIONAL DIRECTORS ATLANTIC REGION

Massachusetts

Beryl Battle, Director 36 Thomas Place New Rochelle, N. Y. 10801 914-235-2583

Gegina Cains 91 Recd Street Lexington, Mass. 02 I 73

EASTERN REGION ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS:

Rosa Lee Adams, Director 15 Overlook Road Richmond. Va. 23222 804-329-0860

New Jersey Jean E. Harris 179 Woodland Avenue Trenton, New Jersey 08638

ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS: New York District of Columbia

Dorothy C. Bass 71-42 168th Street Flushing, New York 11365

La Rue Hill 30 Madison St., N.E. Washington, D.C. 20011

Maryland West Virginia

(To Be Announced)

Eunice Nicholas 602 E. Street Beckley, West Virginia 25801

Delaware Katherine Ross 1010 Boxwood Road Wilmington, Delaware

orth Carolina Odessa G. Pretlow 129 Myrtle Avenue Rocky Mount, N .C 2780 I

Pennsylvania (To Be Announced)

Virginia (Western Part)

Nebraska

Gwendolyn Glaspie 41 Hale A venue Salem, Virginia 24153

Ellen Coffey 3467 Spaulding Street Omaha, Nebraska

Virginia Oklahoma

Edna Powell 124 Fi lbert Street Norfolk, Va. 23505

Mozelle S. Lewis 1923 North Elwood Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma

SOUTHERN REGION GREAT LAKES REGION

Thelma Y. Thomas, Director Chairman or Directors 31 19 General Marshall Lake Charles, La. 7060 I 3 I 8-4 78-0784

Josephine Crowell, Director P.O. Box 843 Mt. Clemons, Michigan 38043 313-469-4637

Illinois

State of Louisiana

Ann Prendergast 7817 South Clyde Chicago, Illinois

Bettye Morgan 3551 Penick Street Shreveport, Louisiana 71109

Indiana

Texas

Eva Board 432 W. 31st Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46208

Bobbie W. Moorehead 3207 Park wood Drive Houston, Texas 77021

Michigan

PACIFIC REGION

Annye H. Roberts 441 South 21st Saginaw, Michigan 48601

Kathleen Carter, Director 8007 South Alaska Tacoma, Washington 98408 206-475-6193

Ohio Levy Vaughn 13995 Superior Road No. 70 I E. Cleveland, Ohio

Arizona Margaret Reeder 2124 E. Parkway Drive Phoenix, Arizona 85040

Kentucky Lizzie Miller 1200 Fairland Place Louisvi I le, Kentucky 4021 I

California Audrey Quarles I 224 South Gramercy Place Los Angeles, Calif. 90019

Washington MIDWESTERN REGION

Major Rutherford 530 I North 47th Street Tacoma, Washington 98407

Elccc C. Dempsey, Director 4454 Dryden Ave. St. Louis, Mo. 63115 J 14-261-6609

SOUTH EASTERN REGION Eunice S. Thomas, Director

ASSOCIATES: Colorado

I I I6Glenwood Columbus, Georgia 31906 404-563-2048

Isabel Adams 13295 Andrews Drive Denver, Colorado 80239

ASSOCIATES: Virginia T. Hansberry 23I3N.W. I4thCou11 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 3331 I

Kansas Ersul inc Porchia 5948 Richmond Kansas ity, Kansas

Georgia Julia D. Driskell Post Office Box 880 Albany, Georgia 31702

Missouri (To Be Announced)

South Carolina Macon A. Gardner Route 2, Box 44 Cameron, S.C. 29030

ASSOCIATES: Arkansas Lula Gray 609 East 38th Street Pine Bluff, Arkansas 7160 I

State of Tennessee Juliet Jones Memphis, Tennessee

SOUTH CENTRAL REGION Ruth Moseley, Director 827 Brookside Place Jackson, Mississippi 39209 601-353-8922

Mississippi Bertha Blackburn 1744 Sycamore St. Clarksdale, Mississippi 601-624-4979

State of Alabama Mayme Foster 2808 18th Place South Birmingham, Ala. 35215 A/C 205-871-3995

NATIONAL COMMITTEES Public Relations Marian Shannon 2191 58thSt., N.W. Miami, Florida

Social and Legislative Action Deborah C. Wolfe 62 South Union Street Cranford, New Jersey 07016

Program Advisor Mildred C. Bradham 1400 Woodgate Way Tallahassee, Florida 32209

Basilei Council Edith V. Francis I 08 Bennington Ori ve Highstown, New Jersey 08520

Director of Amicae Affairs Mary H. Simms 730 Hancock Street Gretna, Louisiana 70053

Scholarship Committee Marjorie M. Ellis 477 W. 155th Street Los Angeles, California 90044

National Pan Hellenic Council Representative Juana Breland 1928 Rosemary H ii I Road No. 3 Silver Spring, Maryland 209 I 0

Housing Committee Rosalie Kennedy, Chairman 122202 Hunters Lane Rockhill, Maryland

National Council of Negro Women Audrey Robinson 2200 Seminary Avenue Richmond, Virginia

Committee on Internal Structure Vetris F. Martin 461 Lockhart Street Daytona Beach, Florida 23014 Biographical Directory Project Jewel P. Livingston, Director 5523 Herbert Street St. Louis, Missouri 63 I 20

Coordinator - W.E.H.S. & Special Projects Lullelia W. Harrison 3210 South MacGregor Way Houston. Texas 77021 713-747-0366

Resident Agent Ernestine Curry 6740 South Indiana Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60637

Chairwoman of Life Members Helen J. Beauchamp 942 North 29th Street Baton Rouge. Louisiana 70802 504-387-4143

Director of Reclamation Maude Jackson I 302 E. Hatton Street Pensacola, Florida

Assi tant to Undergraduate Section Jylla Moore P.O. Box 1094 Livingstone College Salisbury, No11h Carolina

ndergraduate Council Sheila A. Mouton 2710 Holman Houston, Texas 77004

Personnel Employment Committee

Social Amenities - National Lullelia W. Harrison Isabel M. Herson

Isabel M. Herson, Chairperson 1827 79th Avenue Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70807

Director of Arts and Culture

Coordinator of Proposals

Tommie Steward 747 East view Street Jackson, Mississippi 39209

Bessie K. Jackson, Chairman 1564 Southfield Drive Columbu. , Ohio

Birch Haven Building Committee Election Committee

Hazel Simms 280 I Sarah J anc Lane Fort Worth, Texas 761 I 9

Laura Chandler, Co-Chairperson 905 W. Duncannon Street Phila., Pa. 19141

Historian Committee

Jewel Livingston, Co-Chairperson 5523 Herbert Street St. Louis, Mo.

Jean Harris, Chairwoman 179 Woodland Trenton, New Jersey 08638

Boule Marshal - J 976

Executive Committee

Evelyn Brown Atlanta, Georgia

Grand Basileus Kissner, Presiding Chairwoman of Executive Board - Gibson Tarnias - Millie Veasey Chairperson, Trustee Board Rosalie Kennedy Third Anti-Basileus - Sheila Mouton Chairwoman, Regional Directors Thelma Thomas Past Grand Basilcus, Ransom Nominating Committee - To Be Announced a elected by Regions

Resident Agent - Birch Haven Charlena Schenck 2934 So. Washington Saginaw, Mich.

Youth Groups Evelyn Robinson, Chairperson 3080 Pinc Valley Road Columbus, Ohio 43219 Louise Roy Sellars, Co-Chairwoman 80 I Gramrntan A venue Mt. Vernon, New York

1976 Boule Planning Committee Grand Basileus First Ant i-Basilcus Third Anti-Basileus

Council of Sponsors Marie Clifton

Tarnias

3304 S. John Paly Roud lnkstcr, Michigan48141

U ndcrgraduatc at Large Public Relations Director Chairman of Exccut ivc Board Director Southeastern Region Past Grand Basilci Bradham and Herson Boule Marshal Chapter President Hcallh Commission

Project "75" of National Medical Association

Sorer Dr. Amanda Blount 4952 Wynn Field Avenue Phila., Pa. 19131 ational Zeta - Sigma Council

Dr. Mary Ann T. Tillman, Chairperson 4511 Forest Park Blvd. Suite 409 St. Louis, Missouri 63108

Beulah Folk, Chairperson 1433 Gui ldord Place Philu., Pa. 19131

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INCORPORATED National Headquarters 1734 New Hampshire A venue, N. W. Washington, D.C. 20009 CHAPTER ROSTER 1974-1975 MARCH 1975 GRADUATE CHAPTERS ALPHA ZETA Mary Fields 10I8N. Augusta Ave. Baltimore, Md. 21229

MU ZETA Gladys B. White 1632 East Boulevard Baton Rouge. La. 70802

CHI ZETA Sylvia Lewis 2205 No. Hood Oklahoma City, Okla. 731 17

ALPHA THETA ZETA Elflcata G. Faison 16 I 4 Sylvester Drive Savannah, Ga.31401

BETA ZETA Grace W. Phillips I 316 Underwood St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 20012

NU ZETA Mildred Phillips 3313 Wimpole Knoxville, Tenn. 37914

PSI ZETA Eloise Pyle 2900 Carnation St. Ft. Worth, Texas 76111

ALPHA IOTA ZETA Mozelle Lewis I 923 N. Elwood Tulsa, Okla. 74106

GAMMA ZETA Emily Hutchinson 4 Hagood A venue Charleston, S.C. 29403

XI ZETA Hattie Gilliam 46 I 8 Elmbank Avenue St. Louis, Mo. 63115

OMEGA ZETA Sarah Saunders 23 17 Massachusetts A vc. Roanoke, Va. 24017

ALPHA KAPPA ZETA Rosby L. King 907 Chicon St. Austin, Texas 78702

DELTA ZETA Philistine Dunlap 5247 Eldcrbank Drive Charlotte, N.C. 28216

OMICRON ZETA Wanda P. Poole 805 Delany Drive Raleigh, N.C. 27610

ALPHA ALPHA ZETA Joan M. Bridges 3310 Winchester Dr. Greensboro, N .C. 27406

ALPHA LAMBDA ZETA Patricia Springs General Deli very Tan, Okla. 7440 I

EPSILON ZETA Bettye H. Shelling 3761 Rockport Place, S.W. Atlanta, Ga. 30331

Pl ZETA Anne Caldwell 3504 Geneva Circle Nashville, Tenn. 37209

ALPHA BETA ZETA Bertharinc Francis 5010 Madison Ave. ewport News, Va. 23607

RHO ZETA Gwen Ashley I712E.lstSt. Winston-Salem,

ALPHA GAMMA ZETA Dolores H. Pennington 9137 Pritchard Place cw Orleans, La. 70 I 15

ALPHA NU ZETA Warren E. Summers 1210 South Florida Okmulgee, Okla. 74447

SIGMA ZETA Oneida Ray 8923 Birch Wichita, Kans. 6 7212

ALPHA DELTA ZETA Rosie L. Thompson 1414 Florence Ave., Apt. A Jackson, Miss. 39204

ALPHA XI ZETA Josephine Welch 110 Azalea trcct Tuskegee Institute, Ala. 36088

IOTA ZETA Eva E. Rice 1115 W. 34th Street Indianapolis, Ind. 46208

TAU ZETA Marilyn Anderson 430 S. Stewart t. Quincy, Fla. 32351

ALPHA EPSILON ZETA Bernice Duncan No. 3 McGrew Grove Kansas City, Kans. 66101

ALPHA OMICRO Z·TA Ethel A. Manning Claflin College Orangeburg, S.C. 29115

KAPPA ZETA Evelyn Sheffield 607 Calcutta Dr. Dallas, Texas 75241

UPSILO ZETA Sammie Sutton 704 W. Grand Ave. Marshall. Texas 75670

ALPHA ZETA ZETA Mary J. Settle I 12 Grant St. Beckley. W. Ya. 25801

ALPHA Pl ZETA Nova C. Jefferson 2524 E. Houston t. San Antonio, Texas 78202

LAMBDA ZETA Bobbie Moorehead 3207 Parkwood Houston, Texas 77021

PHI ZETA Calonia E. Thomas 1309 Alpha St. Henderson, .C. 27536

ALPHA ETA ZETA Rosa ias 257 W. Waldorf Ave. Memphis, Tenn. 38109

ALPHA RHO ZETA Coat est A. Carter 30 IO Tyler Road Montgomery, Ala. 36110

ALPHA MU Z•TA Lucila H. Casson I 1893 Ri vcrcrcst Dr. Liulc Rock, Ark. 72207

ZETA ETA ETA ZETA Avil J. Harris 1913 The Meadow Road Louisville, Ky. 40223 THETA ZETA Clara Cook 324 Logan Street Bluefield, W. Va. 24701

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ALPHA SIGMA ZETA Hallie B. W. Greene 1023 Fifth SL, N. Birmingham, Ala. 35204

BETA THETA ZETA Blanch D. Jones 863 Avenue A Norfolk, Ya. 23504

BETA PSJ ZETA Ellen Coffey 3467 Spaulding St. Omaha, Nebr. 681 11

GAMMA NU ZETA Charline Hairston 25 N. Dudley Street Camden, N.J. 08105

ALPHA TAU ZETA Lois Langford 2924 Ursuline N. Galveston, Texas 77550

BETA IOTA ZETA

BETA OMEGA ZETA Eddcan Johnson 713 Magnolia Blvd. Albany, Ga. 31705

GAMMA XI ZETA Catherine Nelson 185 Storer A venue New Rochell, N. Y. 10801

GAMMA ALPHA ZETA Emily B. Hicks 3045 Washington Corpus Christi, Texas 78405

GAMMA OMICRON ZETA Shirley Redmon 183 N. Oraton Pkwy. East Orange, N ..I. 07017

GAMMA BETA ZETA Theola Robinson Rt. 3, Box 232 Brookhaven, Miss. 3960 I

GAMMA Pl ZETA Naomi F. Williams P.O. Box 269 Marlin, Texas 76661

ALPHA UPSILON ZETA Carolyn W. Harris 549 W. 5th Ave. Tallahassee, Fla. 32304

ALPHA PHI ZETA Marilyn A. Brooks 4103 N. Ave., Apt. 11 Richmond, Va. 23222 ALPHA CHI ZETA Mona Maxine Williams 341 0 Min glewood Ori ve Beaumont, Texas 77703 ALPHA PSI ZETA Soror Laura Farwell 1246 S. Curson Ave. Los Angeles, Calif.

BETA KAPPA ZETA Zola W. Hursey 2218 East Church St. Lake Charles, La. 7060 I BETA LAMBDA ZETA Daisy C. Glenn 251 S. French Broad Asheville, N.C. 28801

BETA MU ZETA Margaret M. Williams 823 S. Williams Street Gastonia, N.C. 28052 BETA NU ZETA Alberta C. Pearson IO 12 Borders Terrace Greensboro, N .C. 2740 I BETA XI ZETA Omcra B. Baylor Box 4 - A, West Bch. Ct. Biloxi, Miss. 39531

ALPHA OMEGA ZETA Em ilcy Turner P.O. Box 41 Ettrick, Va. 23803 BETA ALPHA ZETA Kate H. Graves 6041 Ribault Road Jacksonville, Fla. 32209 BETA BETA Z TA Queen E. Reese 1321 Oak Street Columbia, S.C. 29204

BETA GAMMA ZETA

Henrietta

loyd Kimberly, W. Va. 25118 BETA D LTA ZETA Beulah G. Folk 1433 Guilford Pl. Philadelphia, Pa. 19 I 22 BETA EP ILO

ZETA

Melanie J. Thibodeaux I 150 Portland trcct hrcvcport , La. 71103 B TA Z TA ZETA Pearl Jordan 499 Bissinger Drive incinnati , Ohio 45240

B ·TA ETA ZETA Edna Thompkins 3828 27th trcct Tuscaloosa, Ala. 3510 I

BETA OMICRON ZETA Loma Pointer 2935 Webb Street Detroit, Mich. 48206

BETA Pl ZETA Beatrice G. Sanders No. 7 Stark Street Sumter, S.C. 29150

GAMMA GAMMA ZETA Henrietta Lowe GAMMA RHO ZETA Mississippi Valley State Univ. Ceatrice Taylor Itta Bena, Miss. 38941 9 I 3-13th Street East Brandcnron, Fla. 33505 GAMMA DELTA ZETA Levy Vaughn GAMMA SIGMA ZETA 13995 Superior Road, No. 701 Pearlene Martin E. Cleveland, Ohio 44118 1914 N.W. 19th St. Amarillo, Texas 79107 GAMMA EPSILON ZETA Louise J. Best GAMMA TAU ZETA Rt. I - Box 210 Gertrude J. Jackson Rock Hill Ch. Rd. 200 E. Burgess Road - Apt. 49B Concord, N.C. 28025 Pensacola, Fla. 32503 GAMMA ZETA ZETA Cora B. Miller 1296 Courtland, Apt. B Col um bus, Ohio 4320 I

GAMMA UPSJLON ZETA Eldria Hughes I 18 N. Race Path St. Fayetteville, N.C. 28301

GAMMA TA ZETA Emma T. Slater 2208 S. Main Street Selma, Ala. 36701

GAMMA PHI ZETA Peggy Cooper 406 W. Valencia St. Lakeland, Fla. 33801

GAMMA THETA ZETA

GAMMA CHI ZETA

BETA SIGMA ZETA Beatrix R. Varner 4916 N. 37th Street Tampa, Fla. 33610

GAMMA IOTA ZETA Juanita B. Foster 1410 Tunnel Blvd. Chattanooga, Tenn. 37411

GAMMA PSI ZETA A. V. Haynes 517 South I 3th St. Temple, Texas 7650 I

BETA TAU ZETA Laura Sanders 540 N.W. 14th St. Florida City, Fla. 33030

GAMMA KAPPA ZETA Jettie W. Brooks 2022 W. 8th Street Texarkana, Texas 7550 I

BETA RHO ZETA Anna L. Lumpkin I I I Lamar St. FL Valley, Ga. 31030

BETA UPSILON ZETA Anne D. Hayden I I 04 Corner St. Dothan, A la. 3630 I BETA PHI ZETA Rosa L. Wiggley Box 531 Guthrie, Okla. 73044 BETA CHI ZETA

GAMMA OMEGA ZETA Mercedes R. Terry 3429 N. MacGregor Way Houston, Texas 77004

GAMMA LAMBDA ZETA Mary Charlotte Flagg 1216 Continental Drive Daytona Beach, Fla. 32017

DELTA ALPHA ZETA Elgiva Ball 60 Edgewood Rd. Rockville Centre, N.Y. 11570

GAMMA MU ZETA Williarnac Mackey Box I0I-B, Rte. 2 Roebuck, S.C. 29301

DELTA BETA ZETA Gertrude Williams 190-32 - I I Ith Ave. Hollis, N.Y. 11412

DELTA GAMMA ZETA Rosalie Magee 4624 W. Virginia Phoenix, Ariz. 85035 DELTA DELTA ZETA Francine Ramseur-Parkman 2750 McAllister No. 204 San Francisco, Calif. 941 l 8

DELTA RHO ZETA Sylvia Miller 603 Beech Ave. Kinston, N.C. 28501

DELTA SIGMA ZETA Julia M. Harper 1205 S.E. I Ith Ave. Gaines vii le, Fla. 3260 I

DELTA EPSILON ZETA Ida Elizabeth We ley DELTA TAU ZETA P.O. Box 3104 West Palm Beach, Fla. 33402 Delore J. Giles 729 St. John St. Kingstree, S.C. 29556 DELTA ZETA ZETA DELTA UPSILON ZETA Virginia H. Eggleston Marguerite Bennett 9006 Wallace Road 900 Turner St. Lanham, Md. 20801 Waco, Texas 76704 DELTA ETA ZETA Wilma Williams 1840 N.W. 27th Ave. DELTA PHI ZETA Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. 333 l I Carolyn Smith Taylor 3530 W. Hillcrest Ave. Dayton, Ohio 45406 DEL TA THETA ZETA Ruth P. Powell DELTA CHI ZETA 304 Cuba St. Mary Holbrook Mobile, Ala. 36603 Alcorn College Lorman, Miss. 39096 DELTA IOTA ZETA DELTA KAPPA ZETA Ethel B. Ballenger 606 Radford St. High Point, N.C. 27260

DELTA PSI ZETA Kate Sparrow P.O. Box 1295 Orange, Texas 77630

DELTA LAMBDA ZETA Ellen W. Mack P.O. Box 276 Tifton, Ga. 31794

DELTA OMEGA ZETA Ollye Doyle 6119 Belgrade Drive, N.W. Huntsville, Ala. 35810

DELTA MU ZETA Berma L. Hicks 801-29 Tilden St. Apt. No. 29-A Bronx, N.Y. 10467

EPSILON ALPHA ZETA Emma Wilson Box 476 Grambling, La. 71245

DELTA NU ZETA Estell G. Young 14l2-34th Ave. Meridian, Miss. 39301 DELTA XI ZETA Daisy G. Atkinson 120 Ashford St. Chester, S.C. 29706 DELTA OMICRON ZETA Jeannette Bowens 49 Corbet Street Dorchester, Mass. 02124 DELTA Pl ZETA Pennie P. Battle P.O. Box 142 Gatesville, N.C. 27938

EPSILON BETA ZETA Minnie 8. Freeman P.O. Box 903 Plant City, Fla. 33566 EPSILON GAMMA ZETA Ella Miller 1624 Legget Rd. Rocky Mount, .C. 27801 EPSILO DELTA ZETA Mary 8. Lewis 2301 Lavender Port Arthur, Texas 77640

EPSILON ZETA ZETA Florentine Humphrey 1920 West Pullen St. Pine Bluff, Ark. 71601

EPSILON UPSILON ZETA Gayle Ward 220 High SL., No. 550 Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221

EPSILON ETA ZETA Eunice S. Thomas 1116 Glenwood Rd. Columbus, Ga. 31906

EPSILON PHI ZETA Orenc Hopkins 16 Hillside Dr. Danville, Calif. 94526

EPSILON THETA ZETA Ruth A. Perry 136 Liberty St. Suffolk, Va. 23434

Artice A. Harrell

423 Charles St. Florence, S .C. 2950 I EPSILON IOTA ZETA Ethel T. Cooper 203 Daisy Drive Greenville, S.C. 29605 EPSILON KAPPA ZETA Alice Mabry 1019 Brentwood Ave. Lynchburg, Va. 24502 EPSILON LAMBDA ZETA Delia M. Hunt P.O. Box 2636 Prairie View, Texas 77445 EPSILON MU ZETA Ruth Laramore 527 - 3rd St., N. W. Moultrie, Ga. 31768 EPSILON NU ZETA Edythe Martin P.O. Box 547 Wildwood, Fla. 32785 EPSILON XI ZETA Jean E. Harris 179 Woodland Ave. Trenton, N.J.

EPSILON PSI ZETA Lillie P. Barthwell Rt. 6, Box 371 Greenwood, S.C. 29646 EPSILON OMEGA ZETA Barn ia Young 1433 Federal Ori ve Downington, Pa. 19335 ZETA ALPHA ZETA Henrietta Carpenter 602 N. Lime S1. Frankfort, Ky. 40601 ZETA BETA ZETA Alberta H. Jones 3819 Providence Flint, Mich. 48503 ZETA GAMMA ZETA Mattie Everette 2457 - 14th Ave., S. St. Petersburg, Fla. 33712 ZETA DELTA ZETA Estelle Rice Fleetwood Ave. Masonville, NJ. 08054

EPSILON OMICRON ZETA ZETA EPSILON ZETA Bobbie Butler Ruby Patmon 4705 Lincoln Pk. Ave. 507 Patterson Monroe. La. 71201 Lawton, Okla. 73501 EPSILON Pl ZETA Juanita Jairrcls 931 Claxton St. Anniston, Ala. 36201 EPSILON RHO ZETA Letitia S. Boyer 3 Redding Ests. Middletown, Del. 19709 EPSILON SIGMA ZETA

EPSILON EPSILO ZETA Rosa L. Sally 300 Orange Ctr. Blvd. Apt. 96 Orlando, Fla. 32805

EPSILON CHI ZETA

EPSILON TAU ZETA Anna B. Collins 1248 Imperial Drive Macon, Ga. 3120 I 66

ZETA ZETA ZETA Isabelle Adams 13295 Andrews Drive Denver, Colo. 80239 ZETA ETA ZETA Erma M. llall 1909 Juanita Ave. F1. Pierce, Fla. 33450 ZETA THETA ZETA

Elvaric Menefee 1706 West 5th Ave. Gary, Ind. 46402

ZETA IOTA ZETA Bettye P. M organ 3551 Penick

ZETA UPSILON ZETA Frances A. Hathorne P.O. Box 523

ETA ZETA ZETA Zephia M . Davis 5428 Euclid

ETA Pl ZETA Theresa C. Suggs 5796 Alderleaf Pl.

Shreveport, La. 71109

Holly Springs, Miss. 38635

Kansas City, Mo. 64130

Columbia, Md. 21045

ZETA KAPPA ZETA Dorothy C. Lanier P.O. Box 303 Hawkins, Texas 75765

ZETA PH[ ZETA Ella G. Frazier P.O. Box 470 Bunkie, La. 71322

ETA THETA ZETA Betty J. Bryant 538 Hillwood Circle Augusta, Georgia 30904

ETA RHO ZETA Vemette Goodwin Rte. I - Box 85 Richland, Ga. 31825

ZETA LAMBDA ZETA Winifred Johnson P.O. Box 365 Gray Court, S.C. 29645

ZETA CHI ZETA Edna Carole Bell Route 9, Box 186 D Goldsboro, N.C. 27530

ZETA MU ZETA Lee Ella C. Asia P.O. Box 32 Palatka, Fla. 32077

ETA IOTA ZETA Dolores L. Matthews 10604 Causeway El Paso, Texas 79935

ZETA PSI ZETA Clorist Jackson P.O. Box 35 Sherard, Miss. 38669

ETA ETA ZETA Alice G. Robinson P.O. Box 458 Yanceyville, N.C. 27379

ZETA NU ZETA Carrie Cantey 3261 Lawnwood Drive Dearborn, Mich. 48120

ZETA OMEGA ZETA Vczelia B. Phillips 1203 S. 26th Saginaw, Mich. 4860 I

ETA KAPPA ZETA Clarice E. Tantypc 605S. 15th St. East St. Louis, Ill. 62207

ZETA XI ZETA Althalcnc Harrison 1949 Cal urnct St. Toledo, Ohio 43607

ETA ALPHA ZETA Naomi J. White 3019 Mango St. Ft. Myers, Fla. 3390 I

ZETA OMICRON ZETA V. Lois Han 159 Lupin Lane San Bernardino, Calif. 92407

ETA BETA ZETA Amanda Colclough 1405 Lincoln St. Durham, N.C. 27707

ETA LAMBDA ZETA Elsa V. Hill 165 Clinton River Dr. Mt. Clemens, Mich. 48043 ETA MU ZETA Emma Jean Grant 5007 S. Cushman Tacoma, Wash. 98408 ETA NU ZETA Shelia C. Clarke 1984 N.W. 153rd St. Opa Locka, Fla. 33054

ZETA RHO ZETA Daisy 8. Bryant 621 Harris Road Wilmington, N.C. 28401

ETA GAMMA ZETA Bessie R. Fulks 2212 Firth St. Brunswick, Ga. 31520

ZETA SIGMA ZETA Carlctha Jackson James Road Valdosta, Ga. 3 I 60 I

ETA DELTA ZETA Elizabeth S. Willis Rte. 11, Box 430 Shelby, N .C. 28 I 50

ETA XI ZETA Dorothy Debose 1003 - 7th N.E. Ardmore, Okla. 7340 I

ZETA TAU ZETA Carrie Benjamin 6750 S. Langley A venue Chicago, Ill. 60637

ETA EPSILON ZETA Mary A. Bess 160 I E. Pecan St. Midland, Texas 79701

ET A OM !CRON ZETA Minnie R. Gary P.O. Box 824 Plainricld, N.J. 07062

ETA SIGMA ZETA Dorothy William 917 Ben St. North Little Rock, Ark. 72117 ETA TAU ZETA Esther M. Porteur 400 Moycwood Drive Greenville, N .C. 27834 ETA UPSILON ZETA Mary Simpson 2811 Trentman Ave. Ft. Wayne, Ind. 46806 ETA PHI ZETA Tommie M. Young P.O. Box 8503 Durham, N.C. 27707 ETA CHI ZETA Rhodell McFadde 1420 Edgerton Drive Joliet, Ill. 60435 ETA PSI ZETA Elizabeth City North Carolina ET A OMEGA ZETA Athens, GA. THETA ALPHA ZETA Soror Claudette Jones 208 Valley Brook Circle Rochester, N. Y. 14616 THETA BETA ZETA

Springfield, Ohio THETA GAMMA ZETA

UNDERGRADUATE CHAPTERS 1974-1975 ALPHA Mary Drumgo 2601 16th St., N.W. No. No. 585 Washington, D.C. 20009 Marjay Anderson, Spon. 8750 Georgia Ave. Apt. 1406-B Silver Springs, Md. 20910

ETA THETA Valencia Rogers Wiley College Marshall, Texas 75670 Maggie B. Daniel, Spon. 606 Sanford St. Marshall, Texas 75670

BETA Betty J. Harrison Morris Brown College Atlanta, Ga. 30314

IOTA Annie Pettway Talladega College Talladega, Ala. 35160

Evelyn Albert, Spon. 3188 Thrasher Circle Decatur, Ga. 30332

Lonnie Harris, Spon. 3004 9th Ave. Bessemer, Ala. 35020

GAMMA Irene Bagley P 0. Box 21 l Kenbridge, Va. 23944 Linda Brown, Spon. 2429 Harlem Ave. Baltimore, Md. 21216 DELTA Francis Clark 2106 West Laurel San Antonio, Texas 78201 Mattie B. DeBoise, Spon. 447 Edna Ave. San Antonio, Texas 78220 EPSILON Elva Agard-Jones 42-49 Colden St., No. 68K Flu hing, N.Y. 11355

XI Michell Long 5530 Ridgewood Detroit, Mich. 48204

UPSILON Gladys Wright Delaware State College Dover, Del. I 990 I

Mary Gray, Spon. 4369 Clements St. Detroit, Mich. 48238

Althea Armstrong, Spon. Lincoln Park 114 Davis Circle Dover, Del. 1990 I

OMICRON Marilyn Johnson Shaw University Raleigh, N.C. 27601 Jestine K. Davis, Spon. 521 S. Haywood St. Raleigh, N.C. 27601

PI Judy Dennis King Towers, Suite 270-8 Knoxville College Knoxville, Tenn. 37921

KAPPA Geraldine Dawson Johnson C. Smith Univ. UPO Box 632 Charlotte, N.C. 28216

Mabel A. Bell, Spon. 15 l 9 Moses Knoxville, Tenn. 37921

Brenda J. Slade, Spon. Cavalier Apartments 620-G Bramlet Charlotte, N. C. 28205

RHO Kathryn Davis Bishop College Box 257 Dallas, Texas 75241

LAMBDA Inez Chandler Allen University Columbia, S.C. 29204

Versia L. Lacy, Spon. Bishop College Box 19 Dallas, Texas 75241

Thelma Fisher, Spon. Allen University Columbia, S.C. 29204

PHI Helen White Virginia State College Box 56 Petersburg, Va. 23803 Della Bannister, Spon. Virginia State College Box 56, Horne Mgt. Res. Petersburg, Va. 23803 CHI Jeannette Jackson Truth Hall Cheyney State College Cheyney, Pa. 19319 Cynthia Guinyard, Spon. 450 Forrest Ave. Apt. F-302 Morris ton, Pa. 1940 I PSI Linda Beasley 3810 Wi ·teria Ln., S.W. Atlanta, Ga. 30331 Valarie Johnson, Spon, 2328 Campbellton Rd., S. W. Atlanta, Ga. 30311

MU Jacquelyn Ford Corson Hall Claflin College Orangeburg, S.C. 29115

SIGMA Jylla D. Moore Livingstone College Tucker Hall Salisbury, N .C. 28144

OMEGA Sondra Melvin Box 1908 315 Dillard Hall Winston-Salem,

Elizabeth Rose, Spon. Claflin College Orangeburg, S.C. 29115

Annie M. Pruitt, Spon. Livingston College Salisbury, N.C. 28144

Sue Hilliard, Spon. 1208 Cameron Ave. Winston-Salem, N.C. 27704

ZETA Shirley Hawthorne Women's Towers Alcorn State University Lorman, Miss. 39096

NU Julia Neal I 900 Conrad St. Richmond, Va. 23223

TAU Arbra Taylor P. 0. Box 319 Gcncvia, Ark. 72053

ALPHA ALPHA Valicicnnc McJimpscy 8805 S. Wallace Chicago, Ill. 60617

Wilmetta B. Boykin, Spon. Alcorn College Lorman, Miss. 39096

Faye C. Pegcas, Spon. 3600 Florida Ave. Richmond, Va. 23222

Lucila H. Casson, Spon. 11893 Rivercrcst Drive Little Rock, Ark. 72207

Vera M. Paul, Spon. 8505 S. Phillips Ave. Chicago, Ill. 60617

Barbara O'Banyoun West Spon. 801-27 Tilden St., No. 27H Bronx, N.Y. 10467

.C. 27102

BETA ALPHA Shirley A. Green 420 Twig Cir. Shreveport, La. 71107

THETA ALPHA Anita Harris 12 Harrison Rd. Cornmcrville, Mass. 02144

Margaret A. Wilson, Span. 4024 Abourne Rd., No. B Los Angele , Calif. 90008

PHI ALPHA Mary I. Becks 4105A N. Newstead St. Louis, Mo. 63115

Norma R. Peat, Spon. 2948 77th Ave. Baton Rouge, La. 70807

Ruth Akinbami, Spon. 95 Fountain Lane South Weymouth, Mass. 02190

OMICRON ALPHA Karen Y. Armstrong 119-72 Merrick Blvd. Jamaica, N. Y. 11434

Cyreatha Morgan, Span. 4970 Labadie Ave. St. Louis, Mo. 63115

GAMMA ALPHA Barbara Williams 215 Palmettos St. Bldg. 154-7 Tallahassee, Fla. 3230 I Linn Ann Griffin, Span. 551 W. Carolina St. Tallahassee, Fla. 3230 I

IOTA ALPHA Verna Pinder Florida Memorial College 15800 N.W. 42nd Ave. Miami, Fla. 33054 Aurienta Ware, Spon. 15820 N. W. 18th Ct. Opa Locka, Fla. 33054

DELTA ALPHA Debra Denson Texas College Fair Hall Tyler, Texas 75701

KAPPA ALPHA Judy C. Lyons 3337 Ely Pl., S. E. Washington, D.C. 20019

Thelma C. Brown, Spon. 2707 Craig Court Tyler, Texas 75701

Sybil Boggis Ojo, Spon. 906 Kcnnibcc St., No. 503 Oxon Hill, Md. 20022

EPSILON ALPHA Joyce Jones Tenn. A & I State Univ. GRC No. 509 Nashville, Tenn. 37203 Lillian Barbour, Spon. 1716 Heiman St. Na hville, Tenn. 37203

ZETA ALPHA Gloria McCoy Box P-22 N.C. A & T late Univ. Greensboro. N. . 27 4 I I Ruth Gore, pon. Counseling & Testing DUDL·Y BUILDING . A & T talc Univ. Greensboro, N .. 27411

ETA ALPHA Kentucky tatc Univ. Frankfort, Ky. 4060 I Mary W. harnbcrs, Spon. Kentucky late ollcge Box 165 Frankfort, Ky. 40601

LAMBDA ALPHA Brenda J. Henderson Langston University Langston, Okla. 73050 Maedean Wyatt, Spon. Box 94 Guthrie, Okla. 73044 MU ALPHA Phyllis Walker Bluefield State College B lucficld, W. Va. 2470 I Cleo Barksdale, Span. 218 Ell is Street Bluefield, W. Va. 24701

NU ALPHA Linda Waller 8750 Candy Houston, Texas 77029 Janel Moore, Spon. 802 W. 13th St. Houston, Texas 77008

Patricia Zephir, Span. 1 19-54 234th Street Cambria Heights, N. Y. 11411 Pl ALPHA Callie Clark 2567 Sparks St. Memphis, Tenn. 38106 Rosetta Peterson, Span. 2214 Henry Ave. Memphis, Tenn. 38108

PSI ALPHA Cynthia Hughes So. Car. State College Box 2092 Orangeburg, S.C. 29117 P. Hunter, Span. So. Car. State College Box 1795 Orangeburg, S.C. 29117 OMEGA ALPHA

RHO ALPHA Valerie Martin Hampton Institute Hampton, Va. 23368 Geneva Wells, Spon. 82 N. Moores Lane Newport News, Va. 23606 SIGMA ALPHA Linda Smith Kent State Univ. Kent, Ohio 44240 Ruby Scott Malone, Span. 10603 Massie Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44108

TAU ALPHA Mauretta White 25 14 Decatur St. Omaha, Nebr. 681 11 Thcdora Meadows, Spon. 3434 Corby St. Omaha, Nebr. 6811 I

UPSILON ALPHA Cynthia Sauls 20 IO Encino Circle Austin, Texas 78721

XI ALPHA

Helen Scott 4928 Sixth Ave. Los Angeles, Calif. 90043

CHI ALPHA

Billie Chambers, Spon. 56 I 8 Bayton Loop Austin, Texas 78745 69

ALPHA BETA Patricia Calvin 319 DeArmas New Orleans, La. 70114 Jacqueline Gray, Span. 4542 Rosemont Place New Orleans, La. 71601 BETA BETA Theresa Guillory· Univ. Of Arkansas Pinc Bluff, Ark. 71601 Mary A. Hart, Spon. 3820 Main St. Pine Bluff, Ark. 71601 GAMMA BETA Leatrice Frazier 291 Fairmount Ave., No. 25 Oakland, Calif. 94621 Orene Hopkins, Span. 16 Hillside Danville, Calif. 94526 DELTA BETA Florence Rhynes P. 0. Box 1506 Ft. Valley State College Ft. Valley, Ga. 31030 Lizzie M. Heard, Span. Box 1746 Ft. Valley State College Ft. Valley, Ga. 31030

EPSILON BET A Ardis J. Ward Abercrombie Hall. ASU Montgomery, Ala. 36101 Mary Ann Tucker, Spon. Ala. State Univ. Montgomery, Ala. 36101

ZETA BETA Peggy Ragas 2434 First St. New Orleans, La. 70113 Carolyn Griffin, Spon. 50 l7 LaSalle St. New Orleans, La. 70 I 15

ETA BETA Barbara Simms Univ. of Md. at E. Shores Box 1666 Princess Anne, Md. 21853 Cheryl Taylor, Spon. Univ. of Md. at E. Shores Box 1666 Princess Anne, Md. 21853 THETA BETA Rosalind E. McKnight 333 Nurses Home Tuskegee Institute Tuskegee, Ala. 36083 Lessie M. Ducksworth, Spon. 303 N. Church St. Tuskegee, Ala. 36083

MU BETA Sandra D. Hudson Box 119 Bethune-Cookman College Daytona Beach, Fla. 32015

SIGMA BETA Barbara Mostellc Thigpen Hall, Box 21 I Ala. A & M Univ. Normal, Ala. 35762

Jenny Nicholson, Spon. 1077 No. St. Daytona Beach, Fla. 32015

Brona Smith, Spon. 3622 Cerro Vista Huntsville, Ala. 35810

NU BETA Carolyn Wales Rte. I, Box 179 Canton, Miss. 39046

TAU BETA Rhonda Lewis Paul Quinn College Waco, Texas 76704

Alice Holt. Spon. 220 Adams St. Columbia, S.C. 29203 LAMBDA BETA Eileen H. Richardson 830 Cherry St. Grenada, Miss. 38901 Oliva Abron, Spon, 1269 Palmyra St. Jackson, Miss. 39213

THETA GAMMA Joyce Renee Powell Barber-Scotia College Concord, N.C. 28025 Doris M. Peay, Spon. 378 Maiden Lane Concord, N.C. 28025

IOTA GAMMA Marguerite S. Bennett, Spon. Brenda R. Kilpatrick Paul Quinn College Rust College Waco, Texas 76704 Holly Springs, Miss. 38635

Tommie Green, Spon. 1907 Oakland Ave. Apt. A Jackson, Miss. 39204

ALPHA GAMMA Sharon McNeil 90 I Park Street Elizabeth City, N. C. 27909

XI BETA Gloria Bishop 1100 E. Atchison Jefferson City, Mo. 65101 Violet Brown, Spon. S. Country Club Drive R.R. No. I Jefferson City, Mo. 65101

OMICRON BET A Patricia DeGazon I 097 Prospect Place Apt. 3A Brooklyn, N.Y. 11213 Vivian Bright, Spon. 59 I Pennsylvania Ave. Brooklyn, N.Y. 11207

KAPPA GAMMA Sylvia Edwards Roberts 1303 Meharry Blvd. Apt. B. Nashville, Tenn. 37208

BETA GAMMA Peggy Mink 800 N. E. 20th Oklahoma City, Okla. 731 I I

Vconic Mckennie, Spon. Business Office Fisk University Nashville, Tenn. 37203

GAMMA GAMMA Dianne Jinwright Rte. I, Box 23 Winnabow, NC. 28479

PI BETA Kathryn Jones 1309 13th s., .W. Moultrie, Ga 31768

Evelyn Pope, Spon. 521 George St., No. !OB Durham. N.C. 27707

Juanita Fields Naylor, Spon. 1013 D Cedar Ave. Albany, Ga. 31701

EPSILON GAMMA Patricia Brady 470 Martin Ave. Auburn. Ala. 36830

RHO BETA Danette Taylor Savannah State College Savannah. Ga. 11404

Louise Crawford, Spou, 3317 18th Way Tuscaloosa, Ala. 35401

Madeline H. Thomas, pon. Savannah State College Box 20476 Savannah. Ga 31404

ZETA GAMMA Peggy Ricks 5568 Daniel Smith Rd. Virginia Beach, Va. 23462 70

Helen L. Street, Spon. Rust College Holly Springs, Miss. 38635

Gwendolyn Midgette, Spon. 1319 Morrisette Ave. Elizabeth City, N.C. 27909

Marian Martin, Spon. 1201 N.E. 45th Oklahoma City, Okla. 73111

IOTA BETA

KAPPA BETA Gladys Raysor Benedict College Columbia, S.C. 29204

Bernice J. Miller, Spon. 5469 Poplar Hall Drive Norfolk, Va. 23502

LAMBDA GAMMA Beverly Murphy McNccsc State Univ. Lake Charles, La. 70601 Thelma Y. Thomas, Spon 31 l 9 General Marshal) Lake Charles, La. 70601

MU GAMMA Anita A. Carr Edward Waters College Jacksonville, Fla. 32209 Evelyn B. Wells. Spon 2432 Ellington Ave. Jacksonville, Ha. 12209 NU GAMMA El isc Herrington 2868 Mulberry St. Baltimore, Md. 2 I 223 Angie McClain. Spon. 3440 Carriage Hill Cir. Randallstown, Md. 21 I 13

XI GAMMA Yvonne Benford 33 E. 17th Ave. No. 310 Columbus, Ohio 432 I 0

PHI GAMMA Catherine Brown Michigan State Univ P. 0. Box 327

Carrie Cantey, Spon. 3261 Lawnwood Drive Dearborn, Mich. 48120

Harriet Green, Spon. 1130½ Tenth St. Augusta, Ga. 30904

Gertrude Walls, Sport. 354 Rhoades Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43205

Marie Clifton, Spon. 3304 John Daly Inkster, Mich. 48141

DELTA DELTA Nancy Pollard Lincoln Univ. Lincoln University, Pa. 19352

LAMBDA DELTA Patricia Edwards 304 Gillespie Rd., No. B Chattanooga, Tenn. 3741 I

OMICRON GAMMA Darlene C. Dyson Bowie Stale College New Dorm-Rm. 608 Bowie, Md. 20715 Frances Thornton, Spon. I 2 I 6 Ballard St. Silver Springs, Md. 20910

Pl GAMMA Marlene Fields Northwestern State College 215 Fryers Hall Alva, Okla. 737 17 Margaret Barton, Spon. 1934 Oklahoma Blvd. Alva, Okla. 73717 RHO GAMMA Doris Johnson 9 I 6 Birch St. Memphis, Tenn. 38 I 08

Frances Thornton, Spon. 12 I 6 Ballard St. Silver Springs, Md. 20910 CHI GAMMA Cardella McCormick Bennett College Rox 664 Greensboro, N.C. 27420 Queen H. Bell, Spon 1700 S. Benbow Rd. Greensboro, N.C. 27406 PSI GAMMA Mcrdis Harris Miss. Valley St. College Itta Bena, Miss. 38941 Malinda Winters, Spon. Miss. Valley St. College Illa Bena, Miss. 38941

OMEGA GAMMA Beverly J. Greely Jcweldinc C. Haskins, Spon. Rte. 3, Box 57 Hempstead, Texas 77445 1265 Effie Rd. Memphis, Tenn. 38106 Esel Bell, Spon. P. 0. Box 2656 Prairie View, Texas 77445 SIGMA GAMMA Nina Lanell Carr 4014 Douglas sr., No. 15 ALPHA DELTA Houston, Texas 77018 Ethel Cooper Selma Univeristy Selma, Ala. 36701 TAU GAMMA Joyce Reese Rowena P. Cleveland, Spon. Lane College Selma University Hamlett Hall, Box 145 Selma, Ala. 3670 I Jackson, Tenn. 38301 Dr. Ruby Delancy, Spon. 264 Ridgemont Jackson, Tenn. 38101

BETA DELTA Belinda L. Williams 2018 Louisa St. New Orleans, La. 70115

UPSILON GAMMA Donna A. Lane 3806 Tata SI. Shreveport, La. 71109

Helen Badie, Spon. 3615 S. Saratoga St. New Orleans, La.70115

Seley S. Collins, Spon. 1123 orma Ave. Shreveport, La. 71 l(fl

GAMMA DELTA Denise Demings 3727 17th Street b:orse, Mich. 48229

Geraldine Kinney, Spon. 171 Cottonwood Drive Glenn Mills, Pa. 19342 EPSILON DELTA Patricia A. Busby 3345 Blossom Drive Beaumont, Texas 77705 Winold Goodman, Spon. 2745 San Antonio Beaumont, Texas 7770 I ZETA DELTA Linda Curry Jarvis Christian College Hawkins, Texas 75765 Winfred P. Sherman, Spon. Jarvis Christian College Hawkins, Texas 75765

ETA DELTA Darneather Murp 808 Ridge Dr., No. 109 Dekalb, 111. 60115 Dorothy W. Allison, Spon. 2951 S. King Dr., No. 1501 Chicago, Ill. 60616 THETA DELTA Regina Bell 7439 Wykes Detroit, Mich. 48210 Mary Gary, Spon. 4369 Clements Detroit, Mich, 48238 IOTA DELTA Helen Marzclle 3925 Todd Ave. Birmingham, Ala. 35221 Dorothy Maiden, Spon. 24 4th Avc., South Birmingham, Ala. 3521 I KAPPA DELTA 71

Joyce Halsey, Spon. 309 Obey St. Chattanooga, Tenn. 37404 MU DELTA Clara Smith 820 W. Freeman, No. 107 Carbondale, Ill. 62901 Minnie E. Thomas, Spon. 664 No. 37th St. East St. Louis, 111. 62205 NU DELTA Delores Y. James (Cain) 1826A Orchard Pl. Urbana, Ill. 61801 Pola N. Patterson, Spon. 20 I Country Fair Dr. Champaign, 111. 6 I 820 XI DELTA Sharon E. Maynard 1001 South Ave., Apt. 2 Pittsburgh, Pa. 15222 Alveede Hacker, Spon. 1951 Remington Drive Pittsburgh, Pa. 15221 OMICRON DELTA Debra Stewart 441 Post Street E. St. Louis, Ill. 62205 Betty Smith, Spon. 7414 S. Chappel Ave. Chicago, ru. 60649 PI DELTA Roxanne Hearvy 14007 Lauder Detroit, Mich, 48227 Marie Clifton, Spon. 3304 John Daly Inkster, Mich. 48141 RHO DELTA Joan William 6738 Calhoun Houston, Texas 77021

Hazel Simmons, Spon. 2801 Sarah Jane Lane Ft. Worth, Texas 76229

OMEGA DELTA Denise Gray 418 College Heights Bowling Green, Ky. 42101

Victoria A. Dowling, Spon. 110 Third Ave. Monogahela, Pa. 15063

Christina Draquez, Spon. 13216 Spinning Gardena, Calif. 90249

SIGMA DELTA Beatrice M. Jones 1243 Dickinson Dr. No. 16-H Coral Gables, Fla. 33124

Wilma B. Orr, Spon. 6605 Ken-Karla Drive Prospect, Ky. 40059

ET EPSILON Alice Scott University of Maryland College Park, Md. 20742

XJ EPSILON Jacqueline Strong Northwestern State Univ. Natchitoches, La. 71457

Dorothy P. Lee, Spon. 3459 Percival Ave.

ALPHA EPSILON Ellen Oakry P. 0. Box JJ

LaReesa Smith, Spon. 4730 Duncannon Rd.

Julia Simon, Spon. 1411 Gary St.

Baltimore, Md. 21208

Shreveport, La. 71103

Miami, Fla. 33133

Commerce, Texas 75428 THETA EPSILON Thomisena Seward 121 Target St. Charleston, S.C. 29405

OMICRON EPSILON Trenton State College Trenton, N.J.

TAU DELTA Evelyn Jean Graham 2236 Hoyt St. Mu k Heights, Mich. 49444 Marie Clifton, Spon. 3304 John Daly Inkster, Mich. 48141

UPSILON DELTA Linda Burris 622 Vet Village Durant, Okla. 74701 Mary Johnson, Spon. 12 G St., N.E. Ardmore, Okla. 73401

PHI DELTA Linda Hopkins 700 N. University Ave. Peoria, Ill. 6 I 606 Ann Prendergast, Spon. 7817 So. Clyde Ave. Chicago, Ill. 60649

CHI DELTA Raette C. Smith 114 Ave. E No. 219 Denton, Texas 76201 Hazel F. Simmons, Spon. 280 I Sara Jane Lane Ft. Worth, Texas 76119

PSI DELTA Meschelle Darden Box 4802 Stephen F. Austin Univ. Nacogdoches, Texas 7596 I Emma L. Jacobs, Spon. JO I 2 Buffum St. Houston, Texas 77051

Dorothy C. Lanier, Spon. P. 0. Box 303 Hawkins, Texas 75765

BET A EPSILON Valerie Marbley 178 Crook Hall Ohio University Athens, Ohio 45701 Mary D. Stewart, Spon. Mill St. Apts. F-2 Athens, Ohio 45701

GAMMA EPSILON Helen Pinckney Wilberforce Univ. Wilberforce, Ohio 45384 Alforetta Hughes, Spon. 60 Chase Drive Centerville, Ohio 45459 DELTA EPSILON Rosalind J. Swarn 3315 Longview Ave., No. 32 Bloomington, Ind. 4740 I Ida M. Armour, Spon. 2535 E. 35th St. Indianapolis, Ind. 46218 EPSILON EPSILO Ro etta Hicks Daniel Payne College Birmingham, Ala. 35212 Emma S. Grant, Spon. Daniel Payne College Birmingham, Ala. 35212 ZETA EPSILO Kathy Tait 319 College Ave. California, Pa. 15419

Dorothy G. Richie, Spon. Voorhees College Denmark, S.C. 29042 IOTA EPSILON Benita Smith 606 Anna St. Dayton, Ohio 45407 Rheba T. Price, Spon. 5 I 7 Harriet St. Dayton, Ohio 45408

Pl EPSILON

Denise McNiel 616 Fern Street Knox ville, Tenn. 37914 Josic Edmunds, Spon. 1007 Dartmouth Rd., S.E. Knoxville, Tenn. 37919

RHO EPSILON Baton Rouge, La.

KAPPA EPSILON Malinda Smith 2736 Buena Vista Rd. Columbus, Ga. 31906

SIGMA EPSILON Orlando, Fla.

Doris Holeman, Spon. 3505 Califon Cts. Columbus, Ga. 31906

TAU EPSILON Redlands University Redlands, Calif.

LAMBDA EPSILON Belinda Rusch 213 Randolph Normal, Ill. 61761

PHI EPSILON University of Houston Houston, Texas

Deborah Arbor, Spon. 8922 Ridgeland Chicago, Ill. 60617

CHI EPSILON University of Georgia Athens, Ga.

MU EPSILON Marcia Cummings 2901-232 S.W. 13th St. Gainesville, Fla. 3260 I

PSI EPSILON Bowling Green State Univ. Bowling Green, Ohio 43403

Julia Harper, Spon. 1205 S.E. I Ith Ave. Gainesville, Fla. 32603

OMEGA EPSILO Washington Univ. St. Louis, Mo.

NU EPSILON Renae Carpenter 2904 W. Caldwell Compton, Calif. 90220

ALPHA ETA Univ. of South Florida Tampa, Florida

PROCLAMATIONS I, Janice G. Kissner, Grand Basileus of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Proclaimsthe Following: International Women's Year-1975

"FOUNDER'S DAY" Founder's Day - January Ifith«

"FINER WOMANHOOD MONTH" The last full week of February and the full month~h,l-99'-6,.malLh observed as Finer-Womanhood Month.j'During this period activities should emphasize the (founding of our great sisterhood with tribute to ou_c..Ji'oundel'-S.__ __

"VIOLETTE ANDERSON DAY" In memory of our soror, the late Violette Anderson-April 15, 1976 shall be observed as Violette Anderson Day.

"MOTHERS' MARCH" Our National Executive Committee endorses the "Chapter March" as an official activity in support of our relationship with the National Foundation for March of Dimes. Support your National Foundation March of Dimes Drive.