2eta ~bi ,Seta ~ororitp, Jlnc. DEBORAH CANNON WOLFE, Ph.D., Grand Basileus Queen's College, Flushing, New York Residence: 62 South Union Ave., Cranford, New Jersey ARIZONA C. STEMONS, Founder-President Grand Basileus-Emeritus 1915 Federal Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
NATIONAL OFFICERS BETTYE STEELE TURNER, First Anti-Basileus, Box I 16, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama. MILDRED CATER BOONE, Second An ti - Basileus, Central State Hospital, Box 39, Petersburg, Va. BARBARA MINOR JAMES, Third Anti - Basileus, 3830 Golden Hill Drive, Dallas, Texas. ISABELL M. HERSON, Grammateus, 805 North 27th Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
SUSIE E. MILES, Tamias, 2619 Eleventh Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. MARY THERIOT WILLIAMS, Antapokritis, 87] 7 Seneca St., Oakland 5, California. MAGGIE B. DANIEL, Ph.D., Chairman, Executive Board, Alabama State College, Montgomery, Ala. LUCILLE R. MADRY, Phylacter, 1608 Arthur Street, Louisville, Ky. GLADYS BUTLER, Chairman of
Board 0£ Trustees, 415 W. 28th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana. ETHEL HALL, Trustee, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. MADGE PERRY HARPER, Ph.D., Trustee, Orangeburg, S. C. WILLA PEEVY, Trustee, Tulsa, Okla. GR.ACE PHILLIPS, Trustee, Atlanta, Georgia. LULLELIA W. HARRISON, Executive Secretary, 1721 Worms Street, Houston l 0, Texas.
REGIONAL DIRECTORS AND .ASSOCIATES Atlantic Region
South Central Region
PA SY L. BORDERS, Chairman of Regional Directors, IO N. Clinton Street, East Orange, New Jersey.
JULIA POLK, Director, 1703 Dalton Street, Jackson, Mississippi. MYR TL£ WILLIAMS, Associate Director, 1707 High Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. MABEL SCRUGGS, Asso iate Director, 1103 Queens Drive, Chauanooga Tennessee. ZELIA EVANS, Associate Director, Alabama State College, Montgomery, Alabama.
CLETA SA DERS, Asso iate Director, l 138 Everett Street, Kansas City, Kansas. ELLA STRAWBRIDGE, Associate Director, 5119 Wabacla, St. Louis, Mo. EDYTHE BRYANT, Associate Director, 3233 E. 33rd Avenue, Denver, olorado. DELL MOORE, Associate Director, Omaha, Nebraska. KATHARINE 0 . .JOHNSON, A sociaie Director, 2351 Druid Hill Ave., Baltimore, Maryland.
Great lakes Region
Southern Region
MARGARET IRBY, Director, 450 Lindcnwood Rd., Dayton, Ohio. WILLA MAE .JOfl SON, Associate Director, 602 W. 27th Street, Indianapolis, Indiana. GRACE COX YOUNG, Associate Director, 930 W. Walnut Street, Louisville, Kentucky. FRANCES FAITIIFUL, Associate Director, Flint, Michigan. CHRISTINE ICIIOLSON, Associate Director, 521 E. 76th Street, Chicago, Illinois.
VELMA BUTLER, Director, 801 evada, San Antonio, Texas. JULIA G. SIMON, Associate Director 141 I Gary Street, Shreveport, Louisiana.
JAQUELI E SIMPSON, Associate Director, 500 W. 140th Street, New York City. AGNES JOHNSO , Associate Director, 87 Humboldt Avenue, Roxbury, Massachu eus, Eastern Region
JOSEPH! E MITH, Director, 1.116, Arkansas Ave., .W., Washington, D.C. A
DREY ROBI SON, Asso iate Director, 2200 Seminary Ave., Richmond, Virginia.
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NIE L. YO GER, A sociate Director, 309 Belcher Street, Bluefield, West Virginia.
South Eastern Region
ELLA FISHER, Director, 518 W. Henry Street, Savannah, Georgia. ALBERTA STEVENSO , Associate Director, 901 Oak Street, Columbia, Sou th Carolina. MARIO SIIA NO , Associate Director, Miami, Florida.
Mid-Western Region
.JEWEL LIVI GSTON, Director, 5523 l Icbcri Street, St. Louis, Mo.
Pacific Region
NAO 11 WILLIAMS, Director, 1506 Tyler Street, Berkeley, California. LENECJA WEEMS, Asso iate Director, 5330 Carlin, Los Angeles JG, California. West African Region
MARY 111\RDE UMULU, Director, igeria, W st Africa. A. DORIS BANKS IfENRIES, Asso iate Director, 31 Benson Street, Monrovia, Libci ia. (Continued 011 Back Cover)
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EDITOR•IN•CHIEF 8717 Seneca St.
Oakland 5, Calif. BOARD OF EDITORS Lillian J. Fentress 1888 W . .JeITerson Blvd. Los Angeles 18, California Charlotte J. Chambliss 908 Linden Street Oakland 7, California
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OFFICIAL ORGAN OF ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INCORPORATED VOLUME XXV-No. 1
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Louise Batson 110 McDonough St. Brooklyn, N.Y. REGIONAL. REPORTERS Eastern
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Prose and---ARCHON Reflections from the first skirmishSy MARY T. WILLIAMS
In this issue we approach that variety of content for which we have always hoped. Soror Arizona C. Stemons gives us stimulating food for thought as she records the development of our Sorority, extending back forty years. Brother Charles Taylor adds a congratulatory me sage. It was he who dared to dream. Our illustrious Grand's message has made the role of women as spiritual leaders seem less formidable with her sprightly suggestions on spiritual responsibilities of the modern woman. Our most recent honorary member, Dr. Hilda Taba's account of her Boule address "Strengthening the Cultural, Civic and Moral Values of Today's Youth," is deeply appreciated. National Officers are contributors, too. Soror Catherine Jones, Director of Public Relations, Soror Irma Thompson, Director of National Project and Soror Enola Mitchell, Director of Blue Revue, have message of interest to all of us who regard ourselves as "community developers." Assistance-wanted and obtained! Regional Reporters Millie Liston of Eastern Region, Madeline G. Harrison, Southeastern; Mildred Horn, South Central; Marie Clifton, Great Lakes; Lucille Long, Mid-Western and Emma V. Gilbert, Southern, reported activities and achievements of their re pective regions. Thanks to Regional Directors for appointing such helpful and cooperative reporters.
Check the roster of national officers on the inside cover to see if this has been done. The second situation required a bit more finesse and ball control since Soror Velma S. Butler, Regional Director of the Southern Region found biographical notes on her career gloriously crowned by a photograph of Soror Gladys Butler, Chairman of the Board of Trustees. We're publishing the correct picture this time, but you'll need your last issue of the ARCHON in order to keep up with the story. Jn any case, hoping for forgiveness, the Editor admits that this is one mystery where the Butler didn't do it. Sorer Wolfe who is secretary of the Council of National Organizations for Children and Youth, was successful in her efforts to have ten Zetas invited to the Golden Anniversary White House Conference on Youth and Children. Thus, Zetas representation was largest of any organization in the nation. Society columnists in Memphis, Tennessee arc having a field day as the result of Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter's "fabulous" production, "Holiday on lee." It's a benefit show for Alpha Eta Zeta's charitable work and a "must" for Memphis society. Nat D. Williams, writing the column "Dark Shadows" for the Tri-State Defender, gave the Memphis Zetas such good press when he covered their activities and intentions that ARCHON Editors were inclined to blush, until they found out that the story was absoluctly true. We've devoted a couple of proud pages to Alpha Eta Zeta, too.
You'll find Finer Womanhood activities from chapters of each region. If your chapter is not represented, it is likely that no suitable material has been submitted. Please accept the challenge.
Mrs. Jewel Gentry, society columnist for the Memphis World concentrated her attention on the big show and agreed with Mr. Williams that Zeta project and productions arc definitely "the thing" in Memphis.
The "Primordial Issue" of the ARCHO proved one thing at least-that ARCHO Editor should never l investigated for running fixed quiz shows. It's quite evident that ARCHON Editors don't know all the answers. Proof of that statement is shown in the AR HON created "Who is Harris Controversey" and the 'Butler-Butler Case" which was investigated and solved by two amateur private detectives who arc, in real life, Butlers!
Soror Ozora Renfro hell who served as Zeta's fir t National Director of Blue Revue is an "old trooper" who believes that there is "no business like show business." Even after working with the project for seven years, Sorer Shell informs the ARCHO that she would be pleased to lend her time and talent to assist in planning any such event. She may be contacted at P.O. Box 1168, Starke, Florida. Soror Shell also reports that Beta Alpha Zeta is sponsoring a Blue Revue and Junior Cotillion on May 6.
The first problem was handled by correctly identifying our Executive Secretary as Soror Lullclia HARRISON. PAGE TWO
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"Thou excellest them all" .... Proverbs 3 I :29.
the Modern Woman ...
Her Spiritual Possibilities By DEBORAH CANNON WOLFE
Grand Basileus
In this dynamic and atomic age women have taken on many roles and more of them are making profitable careers in every walk of life-many which have been traditionally closed to women. For today, you see women not only in schools, which was one of the first avenues opened to them, but also in medicine, law, science and even the machine shop. There is no occupation in which some women are not engaged. However, in each of these changes there has been some constancy, for the home is stil I "mother-centered" and the community looks to women for moral and spiritual strength. Hence women in the home and community have maintained responsibility for the spiritual leadership. What a great thing it would be if we could have a composite portrait which would unite the fascination of Delilah, the decision of Ruth, the beauty of Rachel, the ambition of Rebekah, the faith of Rahab, the eloquence of Abigail, the efficiency of Martha and the pious mediation of Mary. Fortunately we have the ideal woman painted for us in the last chapter of the Book of Proverbs. These words which King Lemuel learned from his mother regarding the virtues of a fine woman come close to the needs of the modern women if she is to assume the leadership in the spiritual world. What arc these virtues? T. Her industry"She looketh well to the ways of her household and eatetli not the bread of idleness."
The bread of idleness upon which so many women feed is the source of much weakness and evil in their lives. The psychologists reminds us of the need for a well integrated, rich life, rull of many activities and interests so that the individual docs not become egocentric. The woman who has discovered creative ways of using her time ls a happier woman and all who touch her are affected by her spirit. Certainly in a world of working women it is most necessary that a fine woman be industrious. How grateful is the child who remembers the tender and constant care or his mother. Robert Louis Stevenson has expressed this gratitude in verse: "For the long nights you lay awake And watched for many unworthy sake; For your most comfortable hand That led me through the uneven land; For all the story-book, you read; THE ARCHON
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For all the pains you comforted; For all you pitied, all you bore; In sad and happy days of yoreFrom the sick child, now well and old, Take, nurse, the little book you hold." IL Her Joyalty"The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her ...
The ideal woman is loyal to her husband and her children. Some of the noblest chapters in human relationships are those which relate to fidelity of wives to distinguished husbands. What can surpass the loyalty of a good wife or mother? The author of that terrifying book "Out of the Night!," amid all his wandering and transgressions, cherished the memory of his godly mother. He tells us how his mother sold the family silver and bought him sea boots, blankets, and other necessities of the sea and gave him a small Bible when he was about to go to sea. The modern woman, involved as she must be in the numerous community and civic activities, must carry this same spirit of loyalty into her volunteer work. She must be identified with great causes. II J. Her charity"She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reachetli forth her hands to the needy."
Sometimes women are sacrificial and self-denying at home with their families, but outside of the home they are hard and unfeeling. But this ideal woman described in the Old Testament stretched forth her hands to the poor and the needy. Never before have we needed such charity. As the point of emphasis for our national project, we have agreed to stretch forth our hands to those children who need foster homes. Let us not limit our activities to the surveying of the needs, but actually open up our homes for God's greatest gift to the earth-children, our human resources. lV. The beauty of her speech"The law of kindness is on her tongue."
The woman who would demonstrate real spiritual conviction must be kind as well as courageous. No ill report gains an inch of territory through her passing it on to another. She docs not impute wrong motives to others. She thinkcth no evil and rcjoiceth not in iniquity, but re( con ti nued 011 page 5 2) PAGE THREE
Today, as I look back over the fo rty years that Zeta Phi Beta Sorority has been organized, I have a feeling of pride and satisfa ction. Pride in the fa ct that I was the Sigma Brother who conceived the organization of a sisterhood 'which would make all Sigmas proud, and satisfaction in the knowledge that the organization has grown to be a wonderfu l sorority. I attended the Founders Day celebration here, and
program made me realize all the more that the fine women of Zeta have those sterling qualities which were the requirements of the five Pearls. During the forty years of your existence Zeta Phi Beta has done much, not only to improve the condition and status of Negro women, but has also done much to advance the status of all women in our present day society. Because of your notable endeavor and high achievement, I wish for you, my beloveds, the continued success which you so richly deserve. Fraternally, Charles Robert Taylor
Beta Kappa 'Zeta Lake Charles Zetas Report Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter in Lake Charles, Louisiana, presented the following report to its 1959-60 activities to the Southern Regional Conference meeting held April 14, at Texarkana, Texas. The officers and members of Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter extend sincere greetings to the 1960 Regional Conference. To the officers and members of the hostess chapter, we wish for you a successful session. To our recently elected Regional Director, Soror Velma Butler, we commend our Grand Basileus for making so excellent a choice in selecting you to succeed our past Director, Soror Grace Jackson. We shall continue to work with you in the same true spirit and to carry on for Zeta to the best of our abilities. Enthusiasm and sincerity characterized the initial meeting of Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter, which was held at the home of Soror Willie Mae Jones. Following the formal opening, Soror Annie L. Young, our past Basileus, Soror Marietta T. Brown, Sorer Rebecca 0. Johnson, and Sorer Octavia G. Taylor relived, for the benefit of the sorors, many of the pleasurable and inspirational experiences which they enjoyed as chapter representatives at the San Francisco Boule. Our own Sorer Marietta T. Brown was one of the eight outstanding Zetas cited at the Boule. Sorer Brown was a recent plaintiff in integration of buses in our fair city. During the Thanksgiving holidays, we gave two big boxes of groceries with a turkey in each and with all the trimmings to two very needy families. One was an orphaned family of seven children. We held pledge service for Little Sister Dorothy WilPAGE FOUR
Iiams. We also gave our annual Christma party at the home of Soror Mabel Robertson, with Soror Robertson and Soror Isabella Addams as hostesses. Many beautiful gifts were exchanged and a delicious repast was enjoyed by all. A check for $25 was given to an orphaned family to help make their Christrna happy. Finer Womanhood Week is always a highlight in our community each year. The celebration had its beginning with a very impressive rededication ceremony at the home of Soror Annie B. Harrison. On Saturday, February 20, the Zeta Interest Club, under the auspices of Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter, held its first annual "Charm Clinic" for high school girls in the city and surrounding vicinity. There were Counselors who spoke on the following pha cs of charm: the proper wearing apparel for all occasions, personal hygiene, building good character, the correct thing to say, the correct hair style, cultivating good study habits and the importance of calisthenics. The clinic was climaxed with a harm Ball. Miss Mazie Lcdeaucx, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Verdon Lcdcaucx was crowned "Miss Charm." Sunday morning found the membership of the chapter worshipping at the New Emanuel Baptist Church with Rev. L. 8. Goings, pastor. Miss Lula Mae Nichols, the lovely daughter of Mrs. Sarah ichols was designated "The Girl of the Year." Her quiet, modest, unassuming characteristics truly typify finer womanhood. Many tributes were paid her by Soror Octavia G. Taylor. Miss (co111i1111ed m1 /Wif(' 48)
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Founder's Careers Parallel Zeta's Growth and Ideas
Forty Years of Service By SOROR ARIZONA CLEAVER STEMONS Grand Basileus, Emeritus
Forty years ago on January 16, 1920, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority made its debut on Howard University Campus, Washington, D.C. Five young women proudly wore their emblem for the first time, having been able to convince the University authorities that there was a need for another sorority on the campus, and having satisfactorily met the requirements for establishing such an organization. This was not done by merely pushing a button. Brother A. Langston Taylor fathered the thought of a sister organization to Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity at the Sigmas' conclave in 1919. Brother Charles Robert Taylor served as the inspiration by asking a young woman by the name of Arizona Cleaver to assume the responsibility of establishing the sorority. Many meetings, much planning, many falling by the wayside who were not strong enough to be a stone in the foundation of something new. From fourteen girls who made the start the number dropped to four. The fifth pearl was then secured in the person of Fannie Petti. Thus, your founders: Pearl A. Neal, Viola Tyler, Myrlie Tyler, Fannie Petti and Arizona L. Cleaver. We established ourselves as a sister organization to Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. We were given a formal welcome by Brothers Charles Robert Taylor and A. Langston Taylor at the Whitelaw I lotcl. A welcome to the campus was sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Our first boule was held jointly with Phi Beta Sigma December, l 920, Washington, D.C. Perhaps you would like to know what your five pearls arc doing. Sorer Neal is a teacher of public school music in Winston Salem, N .C. and is Director of Seniors Majoring in Music at Teacher's College in Winston Salem, N.C. Soror Viola Tyler Goings has taught school for many years; is the proud mother of two sons and two daughters who have pu rsucd various courses of study. She is a grandmother, and still active in civic and community affairs i11 Springfield, Ohio. Sorer Myrtle Tyler Faithful has been a teacher of mathematics and English in Ohio high schools for many THE ARCHON
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years. She is the mother of two daughters who are now college women, one of whom is one of Zeta's Associate Regional Directors. She resides in Flushing, Ohio. Soror Fannie Petti Watts is a Social Worker in Brooklyn, N.Y. She is the proud mother of two sons, one a specialist in the field of medicine, the other is an accountant in the business world. Soror Arizona Cleaver Stemons served as a teacher in the high school from which she graduated. Since 1935 has been in the field of social service. At present she is a probation officer of the Juvenile Court of Philadelphia, Pa. Why found an organization? To render service. How to found an organization? On a firm base. Zeta's foundation -sisterly love, fine womanhood, high scholarship and service. Why history? A link to the past, the present and a pattern for future attainment. In forty years Zeta Phi Beta Sorority has reached a mature state. It has grown from five girls to over 200 chapters, graduate and undergraduate, covering the United States and Africa. An organization consisting of growing girls who arc striving to find their places in the world of women, in every field of endeavor, who from their vast store of acquired knowledge and skills have something to offer to their sisters who must carry on this great sisterhood, and give to the communities in the form of services that will make the world a better place to live in. In forty years woman's sphere has changed. She has been taken off of the pedestal, and is no longer respected merely because she is a woman, but must earn her respect by exhibiting high ideals of womanhood - one of the stones placed in Zeta's foundation. Today we have a challenge to seek diligently for new avenues of service, to make available educational opportunities, create desires for better standards of living, and to double our efforts in the prevention of juvenile delinquency. During our next forty years let us determine to erect ourselves above ourselves through sisterly love, unselfish thinking, cooperation and never lowering our standard. Our possibilities arc limitless. PAGE FIVE
Soror Elizabeth Nelson
Outstanding Educator "Who's Who in American Education," Volume Number nineteen, traces the crowded career of Soror Elizabeth Nelson, member of Beta Omicron Zeta Chapter in Detroit. Soror Nelson is listed along with many other outstanding educators throughout the United States, in this standard reference volume. She is the only Negro woman educator in the north and midwestern states to receive this honor. Soror Nelson holds a B.S. Degree from Alabama State Teachers College and a Master's Degree from Wayne State University. She has studied at ew York University, The University of London, and The University of Hiedelburg. At present she is studying at Wayne State University. Soror Nelson organized the Carver School Teachers' Federation in 1949 and served as its president from that time until she became principal of the school. During her term of office, the Carver teachers gained the following benefits: Union recognition by the Carver School Board, a single salary schedule, sick leave, tenure, credit union services from the Detroit Teachers' Credit Union and insurance. In 1950 and 1951, she served as one of the seven vicepresidents of the Michigan Federation of Teachers. During her term as vice-president, she organized the Inkster Federation of Teachers. Soror Nelson is a native of Alabama and a former teacher in the JcfTerson County Schools. She was a sixth PAGE SIX
grade teacher at the Carver School before becoming its principal. She served as principal of the George Washington Carver School from August 1955 to 1958. For the school year 1958-59 she served as Curriculum Coordinator. During her term of office, the school accomplishments included the completion of the first Curriculum Guide (which embodies the best thinking of teachers, administrators and resource persons involved). Other gains and benefits were the self-contained class rooms, Girls Glee Club, Student Council, Future Home Makers of America Club, Science Club, annual achievement and intelligence testing program, special education services for the handicapped, the annual promotion system and in-service program for teachers. In the fall of 1957, she directed the Elementary Secretaries Institute of Region 7, in Oakland County, Michigan and she has served as director of teachers' workshops for the past three years. She is the advisor of the local ACEI organization. In September, 1955, Soror Nelson accepted an award at the State Fair from Michigan's Governor G. Mennen Williams, for her notable contributions to education and to the people of Michigan. ln December of that same year, she was listed in the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Year Calendar. In 1959, she traveled in Mexico. In 1950 she traveled in England, Switzerland, Holland, Germany and France. At present, Soror Nelson is a member of the N.A.A. C.P., A.S.C.D., Y.W.C.A., A.C.E.r., League of Women Voters, Detroit Council of Negro Women, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and the Cultural Committee of the Second Baptist Church. The Carver School has a teaching stafT of 65 teachers and a pupil enrollment of approximately 1,600. As the result of making "Who's Who Jn Education," Soror Nelson has received honors from the following organizations: The Cultural Committee-through the Cultural Committee of the Second Baptist Church, Dr. A. A. Banks Jr. pastor, presented Soror Nelson to his congregation at the worship services on Sunday, January 31. Mrs. Jerene Macklin is the chairman of the Cultural Committee. The A.C.E.l.-friends and co-workers of Soror Nelson, with the sponsoring committee of the A.CE.I. chapter of George Washington Carver School gave orchids to her at a surprise fellowship dinner held in her honor at the Lucy Thurman Y.W.C.A. on Friday, February 5. Presumably attending a church social, the unsuspecting Soror Nelson was surprised when master of ceremonies, Charles Haynes announced the program to be "This is Your Life, Miss Nelson." The chairman of the A.C. .I. Chapter is Mrs. Lillian Johnson. State officials present were Miss Minnie Zelkie, Mrs. Muriel Shepard and Mrs. Mary Jane Clay. The Federation - Members of the Carver School Teachers' Federation, Local 964, gave their orchids to Soror Nelson at their annual egro History Weck program on Friday, February I 2. Lytle Riddle is president. Oakland County chapters of the A .. E.1. honored her at a dinner meeting at Kimball J ligh chool in Royal Oak, Michigan on March 17. MAY, 1960
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BALDWIN HALL at Howard University was the scene of the public meeting and reception which was sponsored as part of the Finer Womanhood Week observance by Beta Zeta, Alpha and Kappa Alpha Chapters. Sorors who took part in the program are shown at the speakers' table, left to right (seated) : Soror Josephine C. Smith, Eastern Regional Director; Soror Mary R. Reid, Beta Zeta Chapter Basileus; Soror Anita Turpeau Anderson, who wrote the words to our National Hymn; and Soror Edith A. Lyons,
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Past Grand Basileus, Assistant Superintendent of Public Schools, District of Columbia. I Standing I: Soror Susie E. Miles, National Tamias; Soror Audrey B. Robinson, composer of music of National Hymn; Soror Nona H. O'Neal, Alpha Chapter Basileus; Soror Georgie S. Johnson, Beta Zeta Chapter Founder; Soror Idella M. Costner, Beta Zeta Chapter Second AntiBasileus; Soror JoAnna Toney, and Soror Patricia Simon.
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Howard Zetas Observe 40th Year FOUNDERS DAY
FINER WOMANHOOD WEEK
The history of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority was related in song and story at the 40th Founders' Day Celebration on Friday, January 22 at Baldwin Hall, Howard University. Soror Josephine C. Smith, Eastern Regional Director and Supervisor in charge of Elementary D.C. Schools, presided. After the welcome by Soror Gwendolyn Hall, Basileus of Kappa Alpha Chapter, there were greetings from the following: Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity by Mr. Clifton Felton, Alpha Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta by Soror Jeannette Burell, Zeta Amicae by Mrs. Streets, Sigma Shadows by Mrs. Felton and the Pan-Hellenic Council by Soror Fannie C. Offutt of Beta Zeta Chapter. "Zeta Throughout the Years," written by Soror Jennie Gross was a narration of the history of the Sorority related in periods from 1920 to 1960. Throughout the narration there was skillfully interwoven a background of music which depicted the general character of the activities of the Sorority during that period. For instance, during the 20's, in which the Sorority was formed and began its growth, the theme which was used was sung to the tune of "O Solo Mio." After the period of the 30's, the depression days, when many of the Zeta projects were initiated such as Correction and Prevention of (continued 011 page 55)
Beta Zeta, Alpha, and Kappa Alpha Chapters held the Public Meeting and reception of their Finer Womanhood Week Program on Friday, February 26, in Baldwin Hall on the campus of Howard University. The theme for the program this year was "Preparedness: Key to the Doors of Opportunity." The guest speaker for the Public Meeting was Soror Anita Turpeau Anderson, educator, scholar and an eloquent speaker. Music was furnished by the Roosevelt High School Choir, Soror Frances R. Hughes, Director. The program was under the chairmanship of Soror Idella M. Costner, Second Anti-Basilcus, Beta Zeta Chapter. Prior to the Public Meeting all members attended the All Religious Service at Rankin Memorial Chapel, Howard University. This service was followed immediately by a Pledge Service. The week ended with the Twelfth Annual Youth Conference which was held February 27 at Howard University under the chairmanship of Soror Hilda Alacorn, Principal, Garfield Elementary School. The theme for the conference was "Preparedness for the Soaring Sixties." The keynote address for the morning session was given by Dr. Raison V. Eagleson, Professor of Physics, Howard University. The leaders of the six group con(continued on page 55)
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W O M A N OF THE YEAR Anne Browne I center) rs shown being congratulated by Mrs. Solomon Hill (second from left) and Epsilon Phi Zeta sorors Beatrice Manuel,
Basileus; Mary T. Williams, National Antapokritis; and Ola Howard, chairman of Finer Womanhood Activities. Mrs. Hill was the guest speaker at the ceremonies which took place on the campus of the University of California.
Epsilon Phi llta Civic Worker Tops Honor List Two hundred and fifty persons came to Strawberry Canyon Club House, on the Berkely campus of the University of California, to witness the culmination of Epsilon Phi Zeta Chapter's "Finer Womanhood" activities on Sunday, March 6. Mrs. Solomon Hill, wife of the pastor of Oakland, California's First AME Church, the guest speaker, spoke from the theme "Women in Pace With Space." Mrs. Hill was introduced by Chapter Basileus Beatrice Manuel. Preceding the selection of the "Woman of the Year," Soror Mary T. Williams, National Antapokritis, presented certificates of merit to six women for their outstanding contribution to community growth in the East Bay (San Francisco) Arca. They were; Mrs. Octavia Anderson, District Supervisor of Camp Fire Girls; Mrs. Hattie Andrews, of the Literary Art Guild and Board Member of the Fannie Wall Children's Home; Mrs. Lloyd Corprew, President of the Sunset Community Council, Chairman of ·r roop 12, Girl Scouts Committee; Mrs. Lucy Gillette, P-TA worker, Superintendent of Parks Chapel AME Church Sunday School, former president of a Federated Club and active member of the Colored Women's Clubs; Mrs. Juanita Lowe, P-TA leader, Federated Club Woman; Mrs. Ruth Lasurternay, volunteer worker in the Berkeley Civic Study Club, P-TA, YWCA, founder of the Golden uggct Club, chairman of Cancer Drive; and Mrs. Irene Spiller PAGE EIGHT
Williams, Needle Art Guild, Federated Club of North Oakland Baptist Church. Mrs. Anne Browne was selected for the "Woman of the Year" honors and awarded an inscribed trophy. Mrs. Browne's achievements arc many and varied. She was appointed to the Berkeley Citizens' Committee to Study Social Problems. She is Arca Chairman or the American Cancer Campaign, Administrator of the Randolph Rumford NAACP Memorial Fund, Chairman of the Board of Education of the South Berkeley Community Church, sponsor of the "Lords and Ladies," a teen-age youth group, and graduate advisor of Rho Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Mrs. Browne holds membership in such organizations as the Berkeley, Albany and Kensington Girl Scout Committee and the East Bay Activity for Mentally Disturbed Children. She is a former faculty member of the Department of Social Welfare, University of California, a member of the Bay Arca links and a member of the Women's Division of the orthcrn California Auxiliary of the Medical Dental and Pharmaceutical Association. Flowers were presented to Mrs. Browne by Mrs. Fitzroy Younge, Mrs. C. Stokes and Mrs. Frances Frances, who represented organizations in which she holds membership. Mrs. Browne is the wife of Berkeley physician, Dr. Thomas Hrownc.
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QUEEN CINDERELLA and her court. Miss Pamela Kahn of Berkeley, California was crowned Queen Cinderella by Epsilon Phi Zeta Chapter as part of its Blue Revue celebration. Queen Pam and her court are pictured at a formal party given in their honor. Pictured ( left to right) are: Misses Gwendolyn M.
Smith, Roberta Williams, Dorothy Deon I retiring Queen Cinderella) , Pamela Kahn ( Queen Cinderella l , Audrey Owens, Sally Pointer, Charlene Pettus, and Elouise Davis. The escorts are: Mark Wilkinson, James Liggins, John Pride, Rufus Skillern, Charles Young, Jimmy Jackson, Bennie Whitfield, and Rayfield Saddler.
"Chiiaroscuro '' Sets Blue Mood A capacity audience enjoyed Epsilon Phi Zeta Chapter's "Blue Revue" al the Berkeley High School Auditorium, Sunday, March 27. The program, called "Chiaroscuro," was a delightful variety in lights and shade, from both the projectionist and mood of selections presented by the artists. Miss Pamela Kahn reigned as "Queen Cinderella." Highlighting the program were jazz pianist Wilbert Baranee, who played a medley of "blue tunes" from Gershwin, l Iandy and Previn; and the popular recording duo of Joe and Eddie. The Treble Makers quartet opened the show und set the stage with "Mood Indigo," and other selections. Undergraduate Soror Barbara Hunt and Johnny Land, aspiring musical careerists, did selections from light opera. To please the very young pattens, "The Amazing Jacques" performed acts of magic. Dance selections were presented by students from the l.owcll-Dnvlin Studio. Soror Catherine Pruter, program chairman, announced that a limited number or copies of the program arc available and will be sent to other chapters upon request. THE AR CHON MAY, 1960
Epsilon Phi Zeta Chapter is also interested in securing programs of "Blue Revue" from sister chapters across the country. Send yours to us at 959 - 63rd Street, Oakland 8, California. As a fitting climax to the "Blue Revue" and the Cinderella Queen Contest, the coornation of Miss Pamela Kahn, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kahn of Berkeley, was re-enacted at the "Cinderella Ball" on Friday night, April I. The Brazilian Room, high in the Berkeley Hills, was the setting for the beautiful formal dance. Six lovely princesses, Audrey Owens, Sally Pointer, Charlene Pettus, Elouise Davis, Gwendolyn Smith and Roberta Williams, were presented by Soror Nettie Backstrom. Miss Dorothy Deon, the retiring queen, and presently a student at San Jose State College, graciously relinquished her crown lo the radiant new queen. The Arnicae helped with the chaperon duties and prepared refreshments for approximately 250 guests. PAGE NINE
Blite Revue It's Blue Revue time for Kappa Zeta. We have just enjoyed the privilege of sponsoring, with our brothers, an Orchid Ball, and now our thoughts are turned toward preparation for our annual Blue Revue. The Blue Revue is unique because it can be given in so many ways and at different times. It need not be presented at any particular season; it may be given indoors or out-of-doors; in the day or at night, with Greeks, nonGreeks, or a combination of both. And it may be a financial effort or a free cultural affair. How limitless can it be? Why not have a Blue Revue as part of your celebration of our 40th Anniversary? You may honor the 40 girls as suggested at the Boule in San Francisco. We welcome your suggestions, questions and programs of your Blue Revue activities. Let us know what you are doing with this project. Others would like to hear about your work. Soror Enola Mitchell, Director
Gamma Alpha Zeta Corpus Christi Zetas Hear Soror Booker Gamma Alpha Zeta Chapter observed its Finer Womanhood Week and 40th Anniversary on Sunday, February 28 at Brooks Chapel AME Church in Corpus Christi, Texas. Our Speaker was Soror Mable Booker of Alpha Pi Zeta Chapter, San Antonio. Soror Booker is a teacher in the public school system and an active worker in community and national affairs. Her subject was "Woman's Role In This Emerging Age." Friends came to chat with the Zetas from 5 to 7 p.m., at the home of Soror Ruth Ferguson. During the week, Soror Ceatrice Kitchen conducted a story hour at Robert L. Moore Community Center.
40th ANNIVERSARY and Finer Womanhood Observances were held at the Brooks Chapel AME Church by Gamma Alpha Zeta Chapter in Corpus Christi, Texas. Pictured at the program are (front row, left to right I: Sorors
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African Project
Director Seeks New Support . Zeta Phi ~eta Sorority was the first Greek Organization to establish chapters on the Continent of Africa. We ar_e also the first to initiate cultural projects there. You will find that most women of importance in Africa are Zetas. In 1957 our Grand Basileus appointed a Regional Director for Africa, Soror Mary Harden Umolo. Soror Umolo is a speech Pathologist of note. She is now working toward her Ph.D. Together with another national organization in Africa, she has sponsored a program known ~s "Zeta's Project; Seed For Fun and Knowledge." The children are taught games and their reading is directed to help them understand life and habits of other countries. Games and school supplies as well as hundreds of books have been sent to Nigeria for this purpose. We have, however, only scratched the surface. Much, much more is needed. We are asking each chapter to include in its program for the year an allotment for toys, books and games to keep the program on the march and to bring better understanding between the peoples of Africa and ourselves. As you probably know, our own Soror Heneries is the Director of Higher Education in Liberia. We as Zetas need to further our program in Africa to strengthen our bonds of friendship, to lend encouragment to the peoples there in their struggle for freedom and self government. We need to learn about them to understand in what area we can best serve them. Please do your best and make whatever contribution you can. As reports and pictures are received, we will forward same to your chapter, to indicate what progress is being made. Please flood us with material for our project to keep hope alive and to further progress in all directions. LOUISE BATSON,
Director of African Affairs
Nina C. Jordan, Ceatrlce Kitchen, Mayble Booker, Allie F. Pitts, Basileus; Alclair Pleasant, Roxie N. Byrd and Myra Branch. (Third row I: Sorors Mattie Kenyon and Velzora Miller. MAY, 1960 -THE ARCHON
ALPHA THETA ZETA Chapter celebrated the chapter's twentieth birthday by honoring its charter members. The sorors attended service at the First African Baptist Church whtre the seed for organization was first planted. Following the service, a reception was held in the church social hall. The picture shows, at the extreme left, Soror Sara
Bivins, chairman of the celebration and Soror Ella W Fisher, Basileus. The founders shown from left to right are Sorors Rheatha Gibbs Delaware, Nancy Walker, Ola Dingle, Viola Holbrooks, Kathleen Williams, Margaret Stewart and Jessie Moody Gibbs. Not shown are Sorors Mettella W. Maree, Nellie White Ziegler, Celestine Walker and Lillie G. Jones.
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in a Souvenir booklet. The program included a poem dedicated to our national founders, read by our Basileus of Alpha Theta Zeta, Soror Ella W. Fisher; Soror Mary Council gave the prayer for our leaders, Soror Madeline Harrison sang a solo and Rho Beta Soror Jeannette Baker read a poem dedicated to those sorors who had held membership longest. Soror Sara Bivins served as chairman of the Founders' Day committee and Soror Ruby L. King led the re-pledge service. On February 26, J 960, we presented "Georgia Jubilee Minstrel" and the crowning of "Miss Blue Revue of 1960." The minstrel was directed by Sorors Alma R. Wade and Ione T. Dunmore. Soror Rosernae Perrin served as general chairman. Plans are underway for our Finer Womanhood Week Observance. During this week we will engage in the following activities: Monday-Presentation to Charity Hospital. Tuesday-Presentation of two Y.M.C.A. Camperships. Wednesday-Presentation to Frank Callen Boys' Club. Thursday-We will take a group of children to visit Youth Museum. Friday-Closed Affair for Zetas at the spacious home of Soror lone Dunmore. Saturday-Presentation of a token of appreciation to a former Blue Revue Contestant who is ill. Sunday-We will climax our activities by worshipping together in the 11 o'clock services at the Asbury Methodist Church. (continued on next page)
"Founders" Tribute To Chapter Leaders Alpha Theta Zeta Chapter marked its twentieth anniversary in October, 1959 with a celebration which honored seven of the original charter members. They were Sorors Ola B. Dingle, Retha Delaware, Nancy Walker, Jessie Gibbs, Mctclla Maree, Viola Holbrooks and Kathleen Williams. Those who were not able to be present were Sorors Millie G. Jones, Margaret Stewart, ellie Ziegler and Cecille Walker. These wonderful women were honored by the attendance of the sorors at a church service and delightful reception after service. Each of the honored sorors received a beautiful corsage. On the following evening, the chapter had a gala closed affair at the home of one of our most devoted sisters, Sorer Roscrnac Perrin. This anniversary will long be remembered by each of us. We began our 40th year celebration with Founders' Day and renewal of Pledge on January 16, 1960. Tribute was paid to our national founders and Alpha Theta Zeta sorors who have held Zeta membership longest: Sorors Jone Monoroc, Trice Dunmore and Nellie Singficld Coppage. Tribute was also raid to past Basilci of Alpha Theta Zeta, in order of their service: Soro rs Retha Gibbs Delaware, Ola Bass Dingle, Nancy Houston Walker, I sthcr S. Warrick, Anita Manes Stripling, and Ella Williams I is her. Biographical sketches of each were included THE ARCHON
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Stronger Zeta Ties - Our Responsibility By CATHERINE M. JONES Director of Public Relations
TW O DECADES of Alpha Theta Zeta Leaders were present at the chapter's 1960 Founder's Day Celebration. Pictured (1 eft to right l are: Soro rs Reatha Mae Gibbs Delaware, Ola Bass Dingle, Nancy Houston Walker, Esther Snowden Warrick, Anita Manes Stripling and Ella Williams Fisher.
ALPHA THETA ZETA-Continued Plans are being formulated for work on our national project as well as the other activities for our 40th year celebration. The chapter is especially proud of the honor it received when Sorer Wolfe recommended Soror Ella Fisher our Basileus and Regional Director, as a delegate to the White House Conference in March. With a background of soft, appropriate music and the reading of a poem "A Tribute to Our Founders" (by Sorer Gwendolyn A. Hunt, Rho Zeta Chapter), Alpha Theta Zeta Chapter sorors witnessed one of their most impressive Founders' Day Celebrations. Under the capable chairmanship of Soror Sara Bivins, the Founders' Day Committee secured interesting and valuable information from each of the National Founders and used such information in its compilation of a booklet, which was distributed to each sorer, entitled "40 Years of Zetadom-A Tribute to Our Founder ." The booklet, bound in a cover of white roses and lettered in blue, included a listing of Sorors of Alpha Theta Zeta who have held membership longest in the soreritySorors Nellie Singfield Coppage and Ione Trice Dunmore. There was also a brief summary of activities of each soror who has served as Basilcus of the chapter since its inception in 1939. Buttrc sed by the wise and enthusiastic guidance of each basileus, and the staunch support of each member of the chapter, Alpha Theta Zeta has continued to grow and serve the city, the region and the National Body. In order of their service, the Basilei of Alpha Theta Zeta Chapter are: Soror Reatha Gibbs Delaware, ( 1939) a charter member and first Basileus, served in that capacity for six consecutive years. Soror Ola Bass Dingle ( 1945 and 1954) has served two terms a Basilcus and has served in practically every office of the chapter. Soror ancy l Iouston Walker ( 1946), oror Esther Snowden Warrick ( 1948), Soror Anita Manes Stripling ( l 95054), and Sorer Ella Williams I· ishcr ( ! 957). PAGE TWELVE
After reading the New York Times on Friday, February 5, 1960 about the death of Soror Zora Neal Hirston in which it was stated that she "died in poverty and ob~ scurity," I am forced to devote my first message to you in our Official Organ with respect to this matter. Sorors, do you realize what the phrase "died in poverty and obscurity" means? To me it means failure to keep in touch with your Sorority, and certainly, if not your Sorority, some one member of your Sorority or Chapter in your community. It also means you arc not working for the interest of your Sorority. Can we afTord to have this happen to us? ls this going to happen to you, if so, why? This cannot and should not happen to you if you follow through with the suggestions I am now ofTering you: 1. Keep in touch with your Sorority if you happen to be in a community in which we do not happen to have a chapter. 2. If you plan to stay in that community, then get busy and form a chapter. 3. lf there is a chapter in your community, get busy and affiliate yourself with that chapter. 4. After your affiliation, work and help build up your chapter. 5. Attend the Regional and Boule conferences. 6. Send articles pertaining to the functions held by your chapter to the newspapers. 7. Make it your business to send letters of cheer or cards to mcm bcrs throughout the country who arc sick, or have had some other misfortune. 8. As your National Director of Public Relations, inform me of your activities in order that I may be able to give publication to same. Inform me of the sick, etc., in order that I may give notice with respect to these matters. I am sure that if you follow these instructions, you will not only be keeping yourselves before the public, but you will be building Zeta. I shall expect to hear from each of you. Let us not die "in poverty and obscurity."
Lexington, Kentucky Zetas presented Soror Lucille R. Madry, National Phylacter, in a radio address to publicly open their observance of Finer Womanhood Week. Eta Zeta Chapter, Louisville, Kentucky held its annual Hour of Prayer at the Calvary Baptist Church. Jhe Hour of Prayer was dedicated to the youth of this community.
Sunday February 21, the old Zeta Spirit prevailed when Zetas from Dayton, Ohio joined with the Zetas at Central State College to commemorate Founder's Day. They were honored with the presence of two of the Founders, Soror Myrtle Tyler Faithful and Soror Viola Tyler Goings. Soror Faithful was the guest speaker. MAY, 1960-THE ARCH0:--1
FIVE OUTSTANDING. Soror Velma S. Butler !right) and Mrs. C. Austin Whittier {left), honored at Alpha Pi Zeta Chapter during Finer Womanhood Week last year, were on hand to congratulate the San Antonio chapter's five "Women of the Year" who were named at the recent
celebration of the annual event. Principals at five of the public schools in San Antonio, Texas, the honorees are: !left to right) Mrs. Bella H. Cameron, Mrs. Grace T. lu,fer, Mrs. Elizabeth T. Wrenn, Mrs. Balmer T. Oliver, and Mrs. Wilethel W. Brooks.
Alpha Pi 'Zeta Honor Five-Finer Womanhood Alpha Pi Zeta Chapter, assisted by Delta Chapter, hosted their fortieth anniversary tea Sunday, March 20, in the student lounge of St. Phillip's College. The tea was a culmination of "Finer Womanhood Weck" activities during which five women principals of San Antonio Public Schools were presented as "Women of the Year," coinciding with the five Pearls who organized the Sorority in 1920. Honorees chosen for dynamic community leadership and service to children were Mesdames: Bella H. Cameron, Balmer T. Oliver, Grace T. Luter, Wilethcl W. Brooks and Elizabeth T. Wrenn. Guests were greeted and registered by the sorors and directed to the receiving line which included Alpha Phi Zeta's Basilcus, Soror Lottie B. Stevens and past honorees Mrs. . Austin Whittier, Woman of the Year, l 956 and Soror Velma S. Butler, Zeta of the Year, l 956 and this year's honorees. orors dressed in the sorority colors, serving in various hostess capacities were: Sorors Viola Inman, Lucille Lamkin, Bennie Rutledge, Lizzie Randle, Katherine Huff, C. M. Bedford, Lina B. Carrington, Lelia Watson, Edna I [ills, Mayme Cabiness, Patricia Rainey, Emma THE ARCHON
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Broady, Goldie Hannah, Lena Katherine Jernigan, Tommie Mann, Dorothy Collins, Lenora Robinson, Gaynell Sapenter, Hazel Hays, Ouida Rainge, Erma Evans, Margaret Johnson, Louvonia Norwood, Myrtle Fields, Myrtle Nichols, and Dorothy Miller. Visiting sorors present were Sorors Allie F. Pitts and Alclair Pleasant of Corpus Christi. Zeta color scheme was carried out in the table decor. Each table was covered with a beautiful embossed white linen cloth, with five blue streamers laid horizontally, and touching the floor, representing five founders. The five ribbons intersected a breathtaking "space" type arrangement o( blue and white flowers in a tall crystal and silver bowl, carrying out the local theme of the special observance, "Women in Pace with Space." This arrangement was flanked by silver candelabra, holding white lighted tapers. One end of the table held the beautiful coffee and tea silver service, and on the opposite end was a huge mounted, tiered white cake with "Zeta blue" spun sugar decorations. Soror Velma Lois Blair presided over the presentation. Sorer Stevens introduced the past honorees, Mrs. (continued on page 46) PAGE THIRTEEN
Beta Tau Zeta Miami Zetas Mark Chapter's Progress Founders' Day was observed by Beta Tau Zeta Chapter with a review of fourteen years of growth and a special tribute to the twelve charter members of the chapter. Soror Eugenia B. Thomas, first Basileus of the Miami, Florida Chapter, gave a brief history of the local group and, like our own national founders, stated that "I had no idea we would make such rapid growth, but, I am more than proud of the progress we have made in the sisterhood of Zeta." Soror Lenora Braynon Smith led the group in singing "The Old Zeta Spirit," followed by other pep songs. Six of the local founders were present to witness a solemn but beautiful ceremony on their behalf. Following echoes from Sorors Jreta M. Crosby, Theodora Carey Brown, Dorothy Johnson McKellar, Wilhelmena Ross Page, Glendena Carey Edwards and Eugenia B. Thomas, charter members of Beta Tau Zeta, Soror Marguerite Miller, Chapter Basileus, presented gifts from the Chapter to those present. Other gifts were mailed to charter members who were not present, whose addresses were known to the group-Sorors Lucille Johnson Crawford, Ethel Braynon Manning and Loveley F. Roberts. Notation was made of the fact that Soror Corinthia Mae Wilson was the only deceased charter member. Members of the chapter are contributing a special building fund pledge of $40.00 in the name of Soror Wilson who died in 1951 and Soror Johnnie Adkins Cherry who died in I 959. A review of the scale of growth was made by Soror Marian Harris Shannon, Associate Director of the Southeastern Region and chapter Antapokritis. It was revealed that the chapter stands in the top "ten" among national chapters and boasts proudly of their two regional officers -Soror Ruth North Polite, Assistant Director of Amicae Affairs, Southeastern Region, is the second regional officer. There have been six Archonian groups bearing twentynine neophytes, twenty-two of whom arc still actively engaged in sorority affairs. The chapter sponsors an active Amicae group of twenty-five members; and, they have a growing interest in the Amicettc group (high school girls) with a membership of fifteen.
FOUNDERS DAY pictorial. Sorors of Beta Tau Zeta Chapter paid special tribute to the chapter's organizers. Pictured at the celebration are: I lop to bottom) Soror Miller presents gift to Soror Wilhelmina Ross Page, charter member. Sorors Dorothy J. McKellar and Eugenia B. Thomas beam with happiness over the honored gifts. Soror lreta Martin Crosby receives her gift from the Basileus, while Soror Rosetta Vickers looks on. Cousins and "sisters" helped charter the course. Sorors Theodora Carey Brown and Glenda Corey Edwards. PAGE FOURTEEN
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◄ Dr. and Mrs. Henry Jenkins (Soror Lenora Jenkins) were a marvelous host and hostess, not only to the Grand and her hurj:,and (right) but to all of the Zetas who stopped over in Los Angeles upon their return from the Hawaiian tour.
Taking a moment out from the gay festivities at that gala post-Hawaii party in Los Angeles are !left to right) Sorors Mildred Bunton, National respresentative to Pan Hellenic Council; Lucille Brown; Irma Thompson, Director National Project; Isabelle Herson, National Grammateus; Ida B. King, Past Grammateus; Lillian Fentress, Past Antapokritis; and Susie Miles, National Tamais.
Alpha Psi Zeta 59-60, Big Year For L.A. Zetas The year 1959-60 has been an action-packed one for Alpha Psi Zeta Chapter of Los Angeles, and prospects are that activities will continue until the final pound of Basileus Nellie B. Rendcr's gavel at the close of the June meeting. With the l 959 Boule held on the West Coast, the new year began before the old one ended, what with preparations for and participation in the welcoming of delegates and visitors to San Francisco. Zetas who made the post Boule Hawaiian tour will recall returning via Los Angeles, where they were met and escorted by L. A. Zeta to the lovely Windsor Hills Medallion home of Dr. and Mrs. Henry Jenkins (Soror Lenora Jenkins). In this beautiful setting of elegantly appointed living quarters, surrounding a patio lush with varied shades of cool green foliage fused with artificial lighting, which in turn extended to green lawn, and on a higher level, to a rose garden, nearly 300 Zetas and friends enjoyed a lilting climax to an already climactic series of events. Guests enjoyed tours of the home, directed by Soror I. M. Herson of Baton Rouge, La., marvelled at its many luxuriant features, including the view of the patio from each unit of the house through sliding glass doors. Continuous stereophonic music provided a relaxing atmosphere as they wined, dined, and danced well into the night. The Grand and her new spouse remained a few days longer as house guests of the most gracious host and hostess. After waving goodbye to all visitors, the local Chapter officially began its year's activities with a challenging THE ARCHON
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calendar of events. Founders' Day was observed on January 23rd with 54 Sorors gathered in fellowship at luncheon at Raffles Restaurant. A most interesting program was planned by committee under the chairmanship of Sorer Lenicia Weemes, Associate Director of the Pacific Region. An inspiring feature was the recognition of all past presidents in the Chapter, locally and from across the country and of Life Members Ada M. V. Rogers, Naomi Mason and Lillian Domio. Further recognition was extended in the form of gifts to Soror Rogers for her many years of loyal service, to Soror Ruth Lewis as the youngest soror, and to Basileus Render. One of past "Women of the Year," Mrs. Ruth Bujol, a 1958 honoree, was guest speaker, and made a most inspirational talk on the theme "A Valuable Builder." She presented a challenge to all to have vision in these changing times, and presented a blueprint ( consisting of seven qualities to assist in being our sister's keeper), whereby all Zetas may successfully continue their program. Finer Womanhood Weck was the most successful ever in the City of the Angels. At the Rededication service on February 27th at the home of Sorer Delores McAdoo, the bond of Sisterhood has never been felt greater, as the more than 60 Sorors rcplcdgcd themselves to uphold the principles of Zeta. On the following day, the Sorors were joined by members of the Amicac, Sigma Brothers, (story continued on page 57) PAGE FIFTEEN
In recognition of her many years of faithful service, both to the National and to the local Chapter, officers of Alpha Psi Zeta, 1st Anti-Basileus Pauline Battle Cleft) and Basileus Nellie Render I right I make a presentation to Soror Lillian Fentress, Past Antapokritis, during party activities.
Los Angeles Undergraduates of Xi Alpha Chapter had their own Girl of the Year Tea, at which time Miss Helen Lewis {left) was presented a loving cup by Basileus Mildred McClennon.
Some of the local Zetas managed to tear themselves
Pennington, and Clara Prince; standing (I to r) Norma Madkin, Lillian Domio, Jackie Moore, Corine Hood, Margaret Deon, Marjorie Ellis, Thelma Haynes, Nellie Render, Octavio George, and Katherine Pierce.
away from the gaiety to pose for this picture. They are:
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One of the highlights of Founders Day celebration was recognition of all past presidents pictured here: seated fl to r) Soro rs Alpha Arnold, Lillian Fentress, Mayme Sweeney, Basileus Nellie Render, Ada M. V. Rogers, and Mary Word; standing II to rl Stephany Addison, Carol
Brooks, Lillie Chapman, Margaret Rainey, Mildred McClennon, Octavia George, Ethel Alexander, Vivian Middleton, lenicia Weemes, Naomi Mason, Audrey Quarles, Pauline Battle, Madeline Grant, and Lillian Domio.
These smiling countenances denote the pleasure of giving and of receiving scholarships. Four of the girls received scholarships from Mrs. Clarkie Richardson (left) on behalf of the Zeta Amicae, and three from Soror Norma
Madkin (right) on behalf of Alpha Psi Zeta Chapter. The recipients in center Cl to rl are Esther O'Neal, Myrtle Boykins, Ruth McNealy, Ruth Ann lewis, and Mildred McClennon.
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The 1959 Women of the Year were radiant as they received their plaques from Soror Pauline Battle, Chairman of the Week's Activities. The honorees are ( I to rl Mrs.
Emily A. Johnson, Business; Mrs. Christeale L. Owens, Human Relations; Mrs. Cornella Barnes, Religion; and Dr. Pearl R. McBrom, Medicine.
The 1960 Finer Womanhood Week was a tremendous success as a result of the excellent leadership of these pictured chairmen and co-chairmen for the various activities: seated (I to rl Delores McAddo, Ada M. V. Rogers, Pauline Battle, Nellie Render, Vivian Middleton, and
Stephany Addison; standing II to rl Exzetta Joseph, Mc.'-::leline Grant, Mattie Cooksey, Naomi Mason, Vera Cleaver, Audrey Quarles, Jackie Moore, Norma Madkin, Juanita Everette, Thelma Haynes, LaVerne Armstrong, and Lenicia Weemes.
Zeto Amicae members had a busy day Sunday, February 28. Immediately following attendance at worship services with the local Chapter, they rushed to serve a delicious brunch to Zetas, Past Honorees and Honorees. Left to right, seated-Fedora Prather, Jettie McCoy, Montana McNeely, Sue Boyd, Jessie Ryon, and Edna Brown
(President); standing-Solly Patterson, Alberta McKinney, Emma Hagerman, Edna Shields, Doretha Champion, Ruth Motley, Leota Gant, Gladys Wallace, Imogene Anderson, Augusta Hillary, Julia McVey, Ruby Ayers, and Mory Dugan.
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Youth Theme Studied At N.C. State Meet Members of North Carolina Zetadom held their Annual State Meeting recently at Barber-Scotia College, Concord, North Carolina with Gamma Epsilon Zeta chapter as the host. The theme for the meeting was "Living and Learning With Youth." The meeting opened with a Worship Program. Soror Nora Evans Lockhart, past Regional Director, presided over the business session at which time the newly appointed officers were formally presented to the sorors in attendance, among them were Soror Josephine Smith, newly appointed Regional Director; Soror Augustus White, Associate Director; Soror Dora Humphrey, National Director of Arnicac Affairs and Soror Susie Hilliard, Boule Marshall. After the business session an estimated I 00 sorors took part in the following study groups:
I. Zeta At Work With Girls: Discussion leader, Sorer Susie Hilliard; Co-Leader, Soror Bessye Wilde; Recorder, Soror Vesati Goodman. 1 f. Amicae Affairs: Discussion leader, Soror Dorothy Washington; Co-Leader, Soror Mae Tro Ezell; Recorder, Sorer M. C. Taylor.
HL Our National Project: Discussion leader, Soror Dorothy Lane; Co-Leader, Soror Mytrolcne Gray; Recorder, Lenora Reid.
SOROR ELMA ADAMS has scheduled her Carnegie Hall Debut as a concert pianist for Sunday afternoon, April 24, 1960. Soror Adams will feature selections by Bach, Beethoven, Debussy and Chopin. Soror Adams is a member of Epsilon Chapter in New York City.
Following the workshops Zetas dined in the main dining hall at a very colorful blue and white luncheon. Barber Scotia College and Logan High School Choirs entertained during this hour.
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The public meeting was next on the schedule with Soror Emerlinc Hawkins, Basilcus of Gamma Epsilon Zeta Chapter, presiding. Invocation was given by the Regional Director followed by greetings by Dr. Couzart, President of Barber-Scotia College.
Teen-age Clinic Is Successful Project
The main event of the public meeting was a panel discussion with Sorer Smith serving as moderator. "Living and Learning With Youth" was the theme. Appearing on the panel were: Soror Millie Murphy Liston, Basilcus of Delta Zeta Chapter, Charlotte, N.C., topic: "The Challenge To The Home." Rev. William Collier, Pastor, Wcstminister Presbyterian Church, Concord, N.C., topic: "The Challenge To The Church." Mr. F. D. Duncan, Principal of Shanklctown School, Concord, N.C., topic: "The Challenge To The School." Mrs. W. Gordon, Director of Student Personnel, Barber Scotia College, topic: "The Challenge To The Individual Citizen." Several courtesies were extended to the Zeta Sorority by other Greek organizations. THE ARCHON
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The "Teen-age Clinic" held at the St. Johns Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida, on February 26, 1960, was a successful project for Beta Alpha Zeta Chapter. Several members of the chapter assisted Soror Ella L. Jones, chairman and Soror Rossie C. French, co-chairman in conducting the two hour long programs. The meeting, opened with a devotion period conducted by Soror Corine Cole, featured several speakers whose topics were of vital interest to teen-agers, informal discussions, group reports, a question and answer period and a final evaluation by Soror Arey E. Chrispin. Visitors to the Teen-age Clinic were greeted by Sorors M. Lucile Butler and Geneva Guyton. Heading the list of speakers was Soror Will Ella A. Harris who discussed "Spiritual Values." Soror Elinor B. Littlejohn spoke on "Health and Jntegration." Soror Rossie C. French chose "Personal Grooming" as her topic and Sorer Kale H. Graves closed out the speakers session with current views on "Looking Toward Marriage." The question and answer period was conducted by Soror Anita Garner. PAGE NINETEEN
SOROR OZORA RENFRO SHELL
"Who's Who In Education"
Versatile Soror in Atlanta Recital Soror Ozora Renfroe Shell was presented in a vocal and dramatic recital at the Radcliffe United Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Georgia, on Sunday January 3 I. The program which was opened with "The Lord's Prayer," by Malotte included such musical selections as: "Caro Mio Ben," by Giordiani, "Ave Maria," by Mascagni, and "Talk About a Child That Do Love Jesus," by Dawson. Soror Shell read several dramatic poems including "The Crucifixion" by Johnson and "Trees" by Kilmer. Her musical accompanist was Mr. Lawrence Weaver. Although she presently resides in Starke, Florida where she is an active member of Beta Alpha Zeta Chapter, Soror Shell is well known to Arlantans, having graduated from the Booker Washington High School and Morris Brown College. Her education was furthered at Temple University from which she received the Master of Science degree in Education. In Philadelphia, Pa., Sorer Shell was a student of Dr. Thunder, a former teacher of Marian Anderson. Her earlier training in voice was under the direction of Mrs. Essie Groves, Dr. Frederick Hall and Mr. Graham Jackson. While in training with Mr. Jackson, Mrs. Shell sang on numerous ocassions for the late Franklin D. Roosevelt at the "Little White House" in Warm Springs, Georgia. Soror Shell has been the recipient of numerous citations and is listed in "Who's Who in American Education." PAGE TWENTY
SOROR IRMA 8. THOMPSON National Project Director
National Project Plans Outlined Soror Irma B. Thompson has hung out the "help wanted" sign in her efforts to encourage all chapters and individual members of Zeta Phi Beta to give active support to the National Project, "The Prevention and Control of Juvenile Delinquency." Soror Thompson, National Director of the project has issued new suggestions and information following her meetings with the Grand Basilcus, Sorer Deborah C. Wolfe and with Mrs. Clare Golden, a U.S. Government Specialist on Foster Family Care and Adoptions. Soror Thompson's latest bulletin, which is available to all Zetas, urges all sorors to make full use of the Sorority's two leaflets "Ten Suggested Chapter Projects" and "What Has Been Done." These leaflets have been commended by Mrs. Golden, the government specialist, as an indication of Zeta's understanding of youth problems and ability to give needed service in a most helpful way. The National Director also suggests that each chapter continue working on its current projects, investigate the needs of the individual communities, and report progress and problems to her office. he al o announced the proposed publication of a "Foster Home Project" booklet for the 1961 Boule and urged every chapter to make some kind of a contribution to this document. Further information and copies of the ational Project Bulletins may be obtained by contacting Soror Thompson at 1121 - 29th St rcct, Newport cws, Virginia. MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
ALPHA IOTA ZETA, Zeta Amicae and the Zeta I.Z. Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma, shared in honoring the "Woman of
Alpha Iota Zeta Tulsa Observance Honors Top Four Alpha Iota Zeta Chapter held its annual Finer Womanhood Observance on Sunday, February 28 with the First Baptist Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma serving as a gracious host. The members of Alpha Iota Zeta, Zeta Amicae and Zeta I.Z. shared in honoring the "Woman of the Year," Mrs. Mary E. Napier, and in recognizing the "Zeta of the Year," Sorer Essie L. Long; the "Zeta Arnicac of the Year," Mrs. Marguerite B. Douglas and the "Zeta I.Z. of the Year," Miss Luellen Mack. The observance included the presentation of the honorees by the Basilcus, Soror Dorothy DcWitty. Luellen Mack, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Luther Mack, is a member of the Greater Union Baptist Church, the Sunday school pianist and a Booker T. Washington High School senior. She is an honor student and is lormuluting plans [nr collegiate endeavors in English and Music. These attributes and well-chosen extra curricular school activities promoted her selection as the "Girl of the Year." Marguerite B. Douglas. R.P.N. and member of Mt. Rose Baptist Church is effectively participating in three major civic groups in North Tulsa the Urban League Renewal Board, the Moton Hospital Auxiliary and the orth I uls.i Chamber of Commerce. I [er initiative and nursing experience combined with her desire Ior a livelihood which could be beneficial to THE ARC HON
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the Year" during services at the First Baptist Church. Honors were rendered to four outstanding women.
others, produced the Black's Nursing Home which has developed into an incomparable service for the aged. These are a portion of the assets which have made her the Zeta "Arnicae of the Year." Essie L. Long, the "Zeta of the Year," is a member cJ Vernon A.M.E. Church who has numerous local and district church affiliations. Civic participation includes her services with the Tulsa Urban League, and her dynamnity as the organizer of a high school guidance group, "Future Nurses," which was the first of such clubs in Oklahoma to receive a charter from the American Association of Nursing. Soror Long also holds the unique distinction of having the most consecutive years of leadership for a North Tulsan in the Annual Community Fund Drive. This includes service dating back to 1944, a Co-Majorship, and an "Oscar" for each year, beginning in 1948, the first year of presentation of this award. As sponsors of Finer Womanhood, the Zetas established an evaluation scale based upon Christianity, constructive moral values, general service to humanity and Civic participation to guide them in selecting a recipient of the Violet N. Anderson Award. This years' presentation was made by Soror Earnestine Gibbs who expounded the many Civic endeavors of Mary E. Napier, the "Woman of the Year." Mrs. Napier is a retired school teacher, a long time Y.W.C.A. worker, a member of the First Baptist Church and is looked upon respectfully as "a community servant, a dynamic personality of poise and finesse and-the epitome of finer womanhood." The observance was adequately climaxed with an inspirational message by Rev. C. K. Stalnaker, Pastor of the First Baptist Church. PAGE TWENTY ONE
CHARTER PRESENTATION: Pictured above are the charter members of Beta Gamma which recently received its charter in Oklahoma City: Alma Washington, Vera Powell, Eva Mae Officer, LaWanna Hackner and Magde-
lene Burton. Sorors Slyvia Lewis and Clara Luper observe while Soror Lullelia Harrison, Executive Secretary, presents the charter.
cu Zeta Harrison Charters Oklahoma Undergrads Chi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., sponsored the first metropolitan undergraduate chapter in the Oklahoma City area. Beta Gamma Chapter was organized and given its charter by ational Executive Secretary, Soror Lullelia W. Harrison, at the home of Soror Sylvia Lewis. Following the organization, an election of officers was held. Soror LaWanna Hackner of Central State College is Basiteus. Soror Vera Powell. Oklahoma City University, First Anti-Basilcus; Alma Fae Washington, Central State College, Tarnais; Eva Mac Officer, OCU Gramrnateus and Magdelene Burton, OCU, Phylactcr are the other officers of the new chapter. A buffet dinner was served with Sorors Aberline Matthews, Clara Luper and Lillian Marigny as hostes es. Sunday morning, February 14, Chi Zeta and Beta Gamma chapters were guests of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Oklahoma City. That afternoon they attended Fairview Baptist Church where Soror Harrison delivered a challenging address. Music was furnished by members of Chi Zeta. Soror Harrison was presented a gift by the members of Beta Gamma. A reception was held at the home of Sorer Mattie Jcltz. PAGE TWENTY-TWO
FOUR LOVELY LADIES shown above were initiated into Chi Zeta Chapter. They are (back row from left to right) Soror Lettie Hunter, a secondary public school teacher, Soror Johnnie Kimbro, a private music teacher and the only Negro member of the local chapter of the American Organist Guild. ( Front row from left to right) Soror Doris Burliegh and Soror Adelle Sparks both elementary school teachers. MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
Theta Active Coeds Boost
Zeta Ideals At Wiley The members of Theta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., are moving with great speed, in that they are accomplishing many goals and are fulfilling the ideals of Zeta. Soror Joyce Evelyn Johnson, a junior at Wiley College, who is the Basilcus of Theta Chapter recently attended the Zeta Workshop at Houston-Tillotson College in Austin, Texas. She is a Music Major and a member of the Wiley College Choir, and accompanist of the Wiley College Choral Ensemble. She is an honor student and the Chaplain of the Pan-Hellenic Council. Soror Lcannell Taylor, also a Junior from Dallas, Texas recently won first place in an American Poetry Contest. She was recently elected to "Who's Who in American College and Universities." She is a member of the Humanities Club and the French Club, and is the President of the Literary Club. Soror Maxine Haywood, a Junior at Wiley College from Texarkana, Texas, majoring in Biology is the First Anti-Basilcus of Theta Chapter. She is the secretary of the Junior Class of Wiley College, secretary of the PanHellenic Council, and a member of the Cross-Section Committee ( a form of student government at Wiley). She represented the year 1953 in the Zeta's Blue Revue. Soror Jeanette Otis, a Junior of Wiley College from Biloxi, Mississippi majoring in English. She is the Tamais of Theta Chapter, secretary of the Literary Club and also secretary of French Club, and a member of the Humanities Club. She represented the year l 955 in the Zeta's Blue Revue. Soror Yvonne Tucker a Junior from Los Angeles, California majoring in Elementary Education and Philactor of Theta Chapter, is a member of the Y.W.C.A., Debating Club, Wiley Annual Staff', S.N.E.A., and the Elementary Friendship Club. Soror Hermine Bartee from Canton, Mississippi is a Music Major, is a member of the Choral Ensemble, the Y.W.C.A., the Wiley College Choir, a member of the Methodist Student Movement and very active in all Religious affairs. Soror Jean Ellen Johnson, a Senior from Queen City, Texas majoring in Business Administration, Grammatcus of Theta Chapter, typist of the Wiley Reporter and Annual Staff. She is a member of the S.N.E.A., and the Board of Chapel Assistant. She represented the year 1959 in the Zeta's Blue Revue. Soror Muriel M. Smith a Senior from Galveston, Texas majoring in Elementary Education, is Epistoleus of Theta Chapter, a member of the Elementary Players Club, a member of the Student National Educational Association, represented 1945 as one of the Forty Belles at the Blue Revue. Sorer Gloria Bowie, a Junior from Marshall, Texas is a very popular soloist on campus. She is majoring in Elementary I 'ducation, a member of the Wiley College Choir and Choral Ensemble. THE ARCH ON- MAY, 1960
SOROR CHRISTINE WILLIAMS is "Miss Fayetteville State Teachers College." Soror Williams was elected to reign as Miss F.S.T.C. for the school year 1959-60 by a campus-wide popularity vote last spring. She has served graciously as the school's first queen. Soror Williams is a senior and Basileus of the Omega Beta Chapter at Fayetteville State Teachers College. She was initiated into Zeta in 1958. She is a graduate of the Norwayne High School, Pikeville, North Carolina.
Soror Annie Jefferson, a Junior from Marshall, Texas majoring in Business Administration is a member of the Humanities and Literary Club. Soror Gladys Sidney, a Senior from Shreveport, Louisiana majoring in Elementary Education is an honor student, member of S.N.E.A., and affiliated with other organizations on campus. Soror Henri Etta McCallum is the faculty advisor of Theta Chapter. Theta Chapter observed Finer Womanhood Week February 22-26 by presenting two separate noon hour programs at the Brainard Chapel. The first program, held Tuesday, February 23 featured Soror Jettie W. Brooks in concert. Soror Mae Cotis King, a senior student at Bishop College was the main speaker at this affair. Zeta's Executive Secretary, Sorer Lullelia W. Harrison spoke at the final program on Thursday, February 25. At this time, special tribute was paid to the founders of the Sorority. PAGE TWENTY-THREE
Soror Velma S. Butler Soror Marian H Shannon
Busy Zeta Fills Regional Post Soror Marian Harris Shannon, Associate Director of the Southeastern Region is a life member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She has served as Chapter Basilcus on two occasions, Grammateus, and, at present, she is Chapter Antapokritis. Until her appointment as Associate Director, she was recording secretary of the Southeastern Region; a post she has held for the past eight years. Prior to that time she was Regional Antapokritis. She served for two year as editor of humor column in the ARCHON. Soror Shannon is co-adviser of the Zeta Arniccttcs, a group of young ladies of high school age who have as their project "finer womanhood," the basic objective of our sorority. An ardent A.M.E., she works in the interest of young people. She is state director of the Richard Allen Youth Council, District Director of Religious Education and committee member of the Connectional Decency Literature Campaign of the A.M.E. Church. An instructor of psychology and journalism at Booker T. Washington High School, she serves as advisor-sponsor to the newspaper staff and Quill and croll Club. She is recording secretary for the Florida State Teachers Association and serves as Research Secretary for the Dade County ·r cachers Association. A member of the Superintendent's Advisory Council; she also serves as public relations chuirrnun for the school and chairman of Professional Problems Committee for the county. PAGE TWENTY FOUR
Southern Reg ion Reports From Soror Velma S. Butler Southern Regional Director
Congratulations to our new Associate Regional Director, Soror Julia G. Simon, of Beta Epsilon Zeta Chapter, Shreveport, Louisiana. Soror Simon comes to this office with rich experience, having been initiated al Sou thcrn University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a number of years ago. She is an active soror, having served as Basilcus of the Shreveport chapter for three and one-half years until this appointment. Soror Simon is to work with all the Louisiana chapters and nearby Texas chapters. Her address is l 41 I Gary Street, Shreveport, Louisiana, phone 2-5419. Your cooperation with Soror Simon will be appreciated from this office. Sorer Delores H. Pennington serves as Associate Editor, Regional News. Sorors of the Louisiana area arc asked to send news to Soror Pennington who will, in turn, send material to Soror Gilbert for our Antapokritis, Soror Mary T. Williams. The welcome mat is out in Texarkana, Texas. Gamma Kappa Zeta Chapter with Sorer I Jelen Mc ell, Basilcus, will be host for our regional conference at Texarkana, April 1 'i-16. Headquarters for the conference will be at Hopewell CME Church. Sorors, let us try to have a broad perspective of life; let us not live for self alone; let us banish selfishness and greed from our lives; let us be ever thoughtful ,111d considerate of others. Let us he optimistic and cheerful, ever mindful of the liberties and freedom which we enjoy, rcmcmbcrinp that eternal vigilance is the price or that freedom and liberty, without which we cannot be happy. MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
Beta Psi Zeta Soror Pinkston Wins Omaha Zeta Tribute Beta Psi Zeta and Tau Alpha chapters of Omaha, Nebraska, opened their Finer Womanhood Observance with a Fireside Chat program which was held at the Northside Christ Child Center, February 20. In spite of a snow storm which was in full force that evening, eighteen Zetas and Arnicas shared a great night. "Give Mc That Good Old Zeta Spirit," and "Zeta ( Arnicac ) Will Shine," highlighted the song fest which opened the program. Following the songs, Basilcus Willa Mac Garnett led the group in prayer. Many thanks went to Miss Mac Taylor, who shared in the Zeta Hawaiian trip, for showing the films on Hawaii and also for sharing the beautiful new Christ Child Center for this occasion. The recreation room, which had an ignited fireplace, was a fitting setting for the evening's program. Acknowledgments of gratitude and tribute went to the charter members, Sorors Gertrude Craig, A. L. Hawkins, Carrie Buford Johnson and Asizlcc Dotson. Former Basilci were also given honor. They included: Soro rs Ed mac Swain, Essie Henderson and Loretta Hines of the graduate chapter and Sorors Dell Moore, Marjorie Partridge, Snordia Manuel Brown and Beverly Weed Blackburn of the undergraduate chapter. Each of the charter members and former basilei received a gift and corsage. The Woman of the Year, Soror Florentine Pinkston, was also presented at this program. The program concluded with Basilf"11s (;•,rnr-lt oi.,ing; tribute to Finer Womanhood in describing "What a True Zeta Should Be."
In recognition of the contribution she has made to the community and its youth, in the field of music, Soror Florentine Pinkston was selected by Beta Psi Zeta Chapter as "Woman of the Year." Soror Pinkston is a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, Boston, Mass., where she was cited as an outstanding director of the New England chorus. She also studied at the Louis Phillipe Music Conservatory in Paris, France.
A UNIQUE "FIRESIDE CHAT" was the setting for Omaha, Nebraska Zetas' observance of Finer Womanhood week. Members of Beta Psi Zeta and Tau Alpha chapters and the Amicae who are pictured at the celebration are: ( front row) Sorors Wave Macklin, Therodora Me(ldows, Clemmie Reynolds and Loretta Hines. ( Second Row) Sorors Gertrude Lucas Craig, charter
member; Josie Reed, Florentine Pinkston, Woman of the Year; Juanita Smith, Amicae Mae Taylor, Sorors Dell Moore, Carrie Buford Johnson, charter member; Edmae Swain, Ethyl Dean, Essie Henderson, Jessie Cain. ( Third row) Soror Beverly Weed Blackburn {seated), standing, two guests; Amicae Mattie Johnson and Basileus Soror Willa Mae Garnett.
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MRS. FLORENTINE PINKSTON Woman of the Year
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Soror Annie E. Hanberry, a member of Beta Beta Zeta Chapter, Columbia, South Carolina, was honored recently in a surprise "This is Your Life" program at Bethel High School, Blythewood, South Carolina, where she is principal.
Among the guests appearing on the program to pay tribute to Soror Hanberry's accomplishments in the field of education were Soror A. T. Stevenson, basileus of the local chapter, who told of her contributions to her sorority and Soror Queen E. Reese, who spoke as a friend, schoolmate and co-worker. As a musical dedication, Soror Anna Phillips sang "If I Loved You." Soror Helen Anderson was Mistress of Ceremonies. In the above picture Soror Hanberry is being presented a Christmas Tree by Mrs. L. H. Brown. This tree, attractively decorated with thirty-six silver dollars, was given by the faculty and friends as a token of their esteem. The Annie E. Hanberry Honor Society presented Soror Hanberry with the orchid she is wearing and a scroll with the following legend in gold letters: A-ability, N-nobility, N-naturalness, I-integrity, E-expediency, H-honesty, Aaffability, N-neighbor, 8-broadmindedness, E-efficiency, R-refinement, R-reverence, Y-yours truly.
Delta Zeta Zeta Chapter in Prince George County, Maryland, are pictured at a tea which they sponsored as part of their Founder's Day activities. They are: Soror Hen-
rietta Freeman, Soror Adella Johnson, Soror Elizabeth Jordan, Soror Mary Minor, and Soror Q. Esther Carney.
Delta Zeta Zeta
During the social hour, the sorors enjoyed tea, poured by Sorors Raby und Johnson. The table was attractively decorated with the sorority colors and beautiful flowers. During Finer Womanhood Weck and a worship service were held at First Baptist Church, Brentwood, Maryland. The theme was "Woman's Role in Tomorrow's World." Sorer Josephine Smith, Regional Director of the Eastern Region of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., was the main speaker at the public meeting. Music was furnished by the Young People's Choir of the church.
Founders Day Banquet Delta Zeta Zeta held its Founders' Day celebration on January 17, at the home of Soror Adella Johnson. Pep songs were led by Sorer Mary Minor. Highlights of the history of the founders of Zeta Phi Beta orority, Inc. were given by Sorer Mable Carter, after which Repledge Services were held. PAGE TWENTY-SIX
Soror Georgie Raby, Basileus MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
ZETA CHOIR making its debut during Alpha Zeta's Finer Womanhood Week observance includes: (front, left to right) Katharine 0. Johnson, Allice Hall, Lillie Ross, Geraldine Powell, Thelma C. Ashe, Althea S. Cornish, Hansonia Cauldwell, Sylvia Dunn, Eleanor Williams, Beverly Johnson, Shirley Dilver and Georgia Mayfield. (Second row): Bernice Meade, Catherine Winslow, Beatrice Pitts, Elaine McDowell, Joanne Winchester, Viola
Alpha Zeta Choir Debuts During Baltimore Celebration Under the leadership of the Basilcus, Soror Ruth W. Cleaver, and an active committee chaired by Soror Audrey Davis, the ofliccrs and members of Alpha Zeta Chapter, planned carefully for outstanding events in celebration of Finer Womanhood Weck. A Fellowship Service was held at the New Shiloh Baptist Church in Baltimore, Maryland, on Sunday, February 21, 1960. There, the officers and members heard an eventful message delivered by Rev. Peter Lee, a Chinese missionary who has accepted Jesus Christ and is traveling over the country carrying the message of the goodness o( the lowly Nazarene. I le wore his native costume during this service, About three hundred persons were present at this Fellowship Service. The pastor of the church is Rev. J. Timothy Boddie. The following Saturday, February 27, 1960, the members of the committee, accompanied by many members of the Sorority visited the Anna M. I Iuntcr l Ionic for the Blind. A delightful program was presented. In order to meet the most urgent needs of the officials of the 1 Iornc, the Sorority donated many bundles of new sheets for the beds.
A Fellowship Social in honor of Dr. and Mrs. Estrnorc 0. Wolfe, om Grund Basileus and her husband, was held
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McCluney, Carole Jeffries, Sylvia Monroe and Zenovia Cornish. (Third row): Lenora Westry, Rebecca Allen, Angie McClain, Barbara Bedford, Ruth Russell, Hortence Smith and Naomi Smith. Pictured in the foreground are soloist Ellen Johns and director Mildred Williams.
Icgc, with Soror Althea S. Cornish as hostess. Other Greek letter organizations sent representatives and tokens to be presented to our Grand Basilcus, A delightful evening was spent. The culminating activity was the Public Meeting and Tea held at Douglas Memorial Church, Madison and Lafayette Avenues in Baltimore, on Sunday, February 28, 1960, at 4:00 P.M., where Dr. Deborah Cannon Wolfe most eloquently discussed "Developing Our Greatest Resources-Today's Children for Tomorrow's World." She held the members of the audience completely spellbound while she challenged them to make use of everything within their power to harness the energies, potentialities and possibilities of our children and have them develop for the common good of all. Soror Wolfe was introduced by the Basilcus of Alpha Zeta Chapter, Soror Ruth W. Cleaver. A new innovation on the program this year was a choir composed of members of Alpha Zeta Chapter, Gamma Chapter and our youth group with Sorors Thelma C. Ashe, Catherine Winslow, A. Goldia Ford as Directors and Sorer Mildred M. Williams as Coordinator. The group sang such outstanding numbers as "Onward Ye Peoples" by Jean Sibelius; "Let There Be Music" by Francis Williams; "Let My Song Fill Your Heart" by Ernest Charles; "Done Paid My Vow to the Lord" by R. Nathaniel Dett and "Born To Be Free" by Ralph Williams. The singing by the choir was splendidly done and added greatly to the enjoyment of the program. Soror A. Goldia Ford served as accompanist. Special guests at the Public Meeting and Tea were (continued on page 55) PAGE TWENTY-SEVEN
Xi Zeta Zeta Wins St. Louis Award. Outstanding Civic Worker
1960 WOMAN OF THE YEAR. Mrs. Rebekah J. Calloway, Richmond, Virginia receives a plaque which honors her as Alph Phi Zeta's 1960 Woman of the Year. The presentation was made by Soror Edith R. Jackson, Basileus, as Soror Mildred C. Boone looks on. Soror Boone, Second Anti-Basileus of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, was the guest speaker at the banquet which highlighted the week's activities. The affair was held at the College Inn on the campus of Virginia Union University.
Alpha Phi Zeta Rebekah J. Calloway Is Richmond's Choice Finer Womanhood Week was observed by Alpha Phi Zeta Chapter Richmond, Virginia in true Zeta fashion. The culminating event of the week was the presentation of Zeta's Woman of the Year, Mrs. Rebekah J. Calloway, Associate Professor and Director of the Department of Christian Leadership and Missions at Virginia Union University. Mrs. Calloway's dynamic personality, charming disposition and christian perspective has won for her many friends from all walks of life. Her affiliations are many, some of which are: Richmond Council of Ministers Wives, National Alliance of Ministers Wives, Virginia Teachers Association, National Education Association, Association of Seminary Professors in the Practical Fields, Treble Clef and Book Lovers Club, YWCA, WCTU, NAACP, Teacher of Missions and Executive Board Member of the Lott Carey Foreign Missionary Convention Board Member of Virginia Union University, Trustee and Deaconess of the First African Baptist Church. Over one-hundred sorors and friends of the honoree were present for the occasion. Among the distinguished guests were Virginia Union University President, Dr. Samuel D. Proctor and Mrs. Proctor, the Rev. Y. B. Williams, pastor of First African Baptist Church, representatives of various organizations of the church, the Baptist Women's Auxiliary of the Lott Carey Foreign Missions, Virginia Teachers Association, John W. Barco Alumni Association of V.U.U., Women's Christian Temperance Union, Richmond Council or Ministers Wives, and Educational Therapy Center. We, of Alpha Phi Zeta deem it a privilcdgc to honor one so highly esteemed in our own community. PAGE TWENTY-EIGHT
Among the ten selected citizens from St. Louis for the Distinguished Public Service Award, a recognition given for outstanding contributions in the field of civic responsibility, was Mrs. Jewell Livingston, Mid-West Regional Director. An avid civic worker, she has given unselfishly of her time, energies and finance to worthwhile endeavors. She is known throughout the city for her participation in civic, religious and social activities. Mrs. Livingston is a product of the St. Louis schools and has received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Stowe Teachers College. She has done post graduate work at the University of Illinois and is presently teaching first grade at the Carr School. She is a member of All Saints Episcopal Church where she serves as president of the Church Women's Club. She is a member of the Advisory Board of the Ferrier Harris Home for the Aged and holds the same position at the Carver House Community Center. She is Treasurer of Block Unit 355, a member of Y.W.C.A. Camp Committee, a member of the Leukemia Guild Drive and president of the Jolly Jesters, a group well known in the community for its generous contributions. In addition, she has served as Basileus of Xi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority.
Upsi/,on Zeta '59 Is Banner Year For Marshall Chapter Upsilon Zeta, the graduate chapter in Marshall, Texas has had a most successful and enriching year under the dynamic leadership of our Basilcus, oror Minnie Lee Shaw. Founders Day. was observed by portraying the work of our courageous Founders and Sorors who have served our local chapter for many years. Sorors J. L. Graves, Mabel Benton and M. L. Shaw led out in making our observance most enjoyable. Upsilon Zeta's Finer Womanhood Week activities began with our annual church service. Other activities included presentation of the Wiley Col lcgc Symphonic Rand in Concert, the presentation of Forty East Texas Belies representing the 40 years of Zeta, a coffee hour in honor of Sorer L. W. Harrison and La Cherrie activities. Much publicity was given to the chapter through the press, radio and posters. The 1959 Zeta of the year is Soror W. D. Roberts. Upsilon Zeta was well represented at the Regional meeting in New Orleans, the Boule in San Francisco and the Regional Workshop in Austin, Texas. We arc following through on our ational Project by sponsoring a girls Teen Club "The Zets." Through the able leadership of Sorer W. /\. Hester the girls enjoy many recrcntionul and civic activities. MAY, 1960 THE ARCHON
AMICAE REMEMBRANCE - Sorors surprised Amicae members during their meeting at the YWCA. Mrs. Annie Wiggins I center!, president, and other officers seated.
Also, Basileus Kateo, Amicae sponsor Somerville and Past Director of Amicae Affairs Callaway.
Alpha Eta Zeta Service, Fellowship Highlight Finer Womanhood Week Activities Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter observed Finer Womanhood Week with a variety of activities centered around the Boule theme "Strengthening the Cultural, Civic, and Moral Values of Today's Youth" during the week of March 6 through 13. Sorer Earline M. Somerville, General Chairman, and seven very capable sorors steered the week of worthwhile activities. Sunday, March 6 at 6:00 P.M.-"News of the Weck" over radio station WDIA-Soror Freida Marr, Chairman. All chairmen were interviewed by Mr. N. D. Williams, well known disk jockey, and highlights of each day's activity were given. Special emphasis was placed on "The Holiday On lee" presentation which benefits the charitable projects of the chapter. Monday, March 7 at 4:00 P.M.-"Amicae and Remembrance to Friends." Cards were sent for all occasions. A group of sorors attended the Amicae Meeting where they were busy making plans for the South Central Regional Meeting, April 15-16. A social hour followed with refreshments served. Soror Earline Somerville, Amicac sponsor, was chairman. THE ARC HON
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Tuesday, March 8-"Toys For Africa"-Soror Larcenis Cain was chairman. Toys were collected from sorors to be sent to Africa. Alpha Eta Zeta was anxious to participate in this new project of service to youth. Wednesday, March 9-"Theater Party" at New Daisy Theater-Soror Erma Clanton, chairman. Sorors and forty top Honor Society students of the eight high schools enjoyed "Porgy and Bess." Alpha Eta Zeta plans other activities to include youth groups of forty during this our Fortieth Anniversary Year. Thursday, March I 0-"Eyeglass Project Day"-Soror Hazel Pyles, chairman. Letters and financial reports of services rendered to children in the Memphis and Shelby County Schools were mailed to the schools. Nearly $1,000.00 expense for eyeglasses and treatment has occurred for six months. The "Holiday On Ice" presentation benefits this project. Friday, March 11 at 8:00 P.M.-"Fireside Chat," Soror Bernice A. E. Calloway, chairman. Sorors and members of the Colored Case Advisory Committee of (continued on next page ) PAGE TWENTY-NINE
THEATRE PARTY-A group of forty top high school honor society student and sorors pose in front of the new
Daisy Theatre. They enjoyed "Porgy and Bess" and refreshments.
FIRESIDE CHAT-Mr. Sam Rutherford, director of Children's Bureau, held the attention of the Colored Case Advisory Committee and Sorors at the residence of Soror Helen Waterford.
HOSPITAL VISIT-Sorors spread cheer during this hour of stories and games and delighted the children with gifts during their visit to the Crippled Children's Hospital.
Children's Bureau, lead a discussion on needs of children in foster homes in the area. The Committee on the Prevention and Control of Juvenile Delinquency is interested in what the chapter can do. Much information was gained. A lovely tea table added to the fellowship. Saturday, March 12 at 3: 30 P.M.-"Las Cheerios" at Lamar Crippled Children's Hospital, Sorer Manae Stanback, chairman. The little patients enjoyed story-telling, games and singing with Sorors Maggie Jordon, Leatha Haley, Hazel Pyles, Celia Chaplin, Sara Dixon, and Earline Somerville. A gift box of toys, crayons, and books delighted the little patients. Sunday, March 13 at 8:30 P.M.-"HolidayOn lee" at Ellis Auditorium - Sorer Carlotta Stewart Watson,
chairman. The fourth annual presentation of this worldfamous spectacle again brought a capacity audience of about 4,000. Memphis and the Tri-State area patrons of all ages have lauded the chapter for such a cultural and thrilling presentation, which benefits the Eyeglass Project and Scholarship Fund. At the performance, a $500.00 check was accepted by Mr. Fred T. Gattas for St. Jude Hospital, a proposed intcrrncial establishment for the treatment of children's diseases, especially leukemia. Danny Thomas, of CilS television, is spearheading this drive over the country. Crippled children of Keel Avenue chool were special guests of the chapter. 1 hrough cooperation v. ith the Zuber-Bynum Council, tickets were purchased for all
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"HOLIDAY ON ICE" presentation - !left to right): Soror Carlotta Stewart Watson, General Chairman; Mr. Fred T. Gattas, who accepted the $500 check for St. Jude's Hospital; Soror Sara Lewis, "Princess of the Ice"; Soror Maggie D. Jordan, Pi Alpha sponsor; Soror Bernice Callaway, Publicity Chairman; and Soror Sara R. Dixon, CoChairman.
"PRINCESS OF THE ICE"-Soror Sara Lewis of Pi Alpha Chapter accepts flowers from "Holiday on Ice" stars Jinx Clark and Arnold Shoda.
children in the Special Education classes of Memphis City Schools. Lovely "Princess of Ice," Soror Sara Lewis, AntiHasilcus of Pi Alpha Chapter, was selected on the basis of an outstanding scholastic record at LcMoync College. She has been chosen for mention in "Who's Who" among students in American Universities and Colleges, a Senior, and Vice-President of Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society. She was presented flowers during intermission by the star of the show, Jinx Clark. This busy week of activities commanded the attention of the public with emphasis on service to children and youth. Much recognition has come to the chapter because of its significant contributions to the community in this area. Under the competent leadership of Soror Loretta I J. Katco, Alpha Eta Zeta strives to further justify the recent commendation of being the outstanding chapter rcgionully and nationally. THE ARCHON-MAY, 1960
GENERAL COMMITTEE and ticket chairman pose in the lobby of Ellis Auditorium before the show. These are the hard working Zetas of Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter who find pleasure in successful community building endeavors.
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GRAND BASILEUS Deborah C. Wolfe is shown addressing the Southeastern Regional Conference Public Meeting which was held in Charleston, S.C., last November. Local and National Officers who graced the speakers' platform
included: lleft to right) Sorors Susie U. Simmons; Marian dena Boone, Regional Marshal; Ella Fisher, Regional
Director; Made P. Harper, Trustee; Madeline Harrison, Regional Reporter; and Alberta Stevenson, Associate Regional Director.
Southeastern Region Delegates and visiting Zetas of more than 150 attended the Southeastern Regional Conference in Charleston, S.C., in November, 1959, which took on the aspect of a Boule. The theme of the conference was "Strengthening the Cultural, Civic and Moral Values of Today's Youth." The two-day meeting consisted of the business sessions, reports of the various committees, workshops and outstanding art displays from the three states, Georgia, Florida and South Carolina, and the meeting of the Amicae group. Dr. Deborah Wolfe, Grand Basileus, was the speaker for the public program held at the Emanual A.M.E. Church. More than 500 persons heard Soror Wolfe's dynamic address which was based on the conference theme. Music for the program was rendered by the Bonds-Wilson High School Choir. The speaker for the closed banquet was Soror Grace Phillips, immediate past Regional Director. The hostess chapter entertained the sorors at a Regional Ball at the Hotel James. This ball was a grand finale to a most successful regional meeting. The success of the conference was largely due to the very able administration of the newly appointed Regional Director, Soror Ella W. Fisher of Savannah, Georgia, and her Associate Directors, Sorors Albertha Stevenson of Columbia, South Carolina and Marian L. Shannon of Miami, Florida. Coordination of the conference was handled by Soror Thaddcna Boone of Gamma Zeta Chapter, Charleston. PAGE THIRTY-TWO
HONOREE LAVERN HATTON, left and Jean Ella Ross, were awarded gifts at Zeta's Finer Womanhood service Sunday, February 28, at Mt. Orange Baptist Church Texarkana, Texas. Making the awards is Soror Edna Davis Broyles. Miss Hatton is a senior at Dunbar High School, Texarkc.,na, Texas. Miss Ross is a senior at Washington High School, Texarkana, Arkansas. Both were chosen girls of the year for their good character and excellent scholastic records. MAY, 1960 THE ARCHON
Alpha Epsilon Zeta Cite Woman of the Year "Unselfish Devotion ... 11
Mrs. Harry H. Terte, President of the Board of Directors of the Niles Home for Children, was honored as "Woman of the Year" Sunday by Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Ceremonies honoring Mrs. Terte were held at the Niles Home. The program climaxed the sorority's finer womanhood observance. Rabbi Samuel S. Mayerberg of Temple B'Nai Jehudah, where Mrs. Terte is a member, was the principal speaker. He lauded the civic worker for her "unselfish devotion and service to others and in the cause of finer womanhood everywhere." Mrs. Tcrtc, who joined the Niles Home board in 1949, has worked diligently in its service. The recent addition of a psychologist to the staff of the Home is one of the many achievements noted during her years of service. In citing Mrs. Terre for the sorority's high honor, Mrs. Mabel H. Street, Basilcus, recalled her long career of "sisterly love and service to others." Mrs. Terte, a native Chicagoan, began as a volunteer with the American Red Cross, an organization she has served continuously for more than 40 years. She is serving the third term with the auxiliary of the Menorah Medical Center. Her other activities include work with the Temple Sisterhood of B'Nai Jehudah and memberships on the board of the council of Jewish Women and the Brandeis University Women's organization. Mrs. Torte is the wife of one of Kansas City's leading lawyers and the mother of two sons. One son Milton, lives in Atlanta, Ga., where he is married and the father of a 12-ycur-old son. An unmarried son, Bob, lives in New York where he was a Pulitzer prize winner for the New York Times Paper.
A.C.H.R. URGES 'PROTEST' AID The American Council on Human Rights has sounded the clarion call for action as the nation approaches a crossroads in the serious domestic problem of racial discrimination and injustice. The action must be "decisive ... to bring an end to lynchings and bombings, desccration of places of worship, denial of the right to vote, ghetto housing, inequalities in employment and education." /\t the March 19th Board meeting of the Council, the national presidents of /\lph Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma 'I hcta, National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Sigma THE ARCHON MAY, 1960
The honoree was presented a plaque by Mrs. Street who pointed out that Mrs. Terte was chosen for the honor because she met so adequately the ideals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority-finer womanhood scholarship, sisterly love and service. In response, Mrs. Terte paid tribute to her parents for their love and guidance and for the counsel of her rabbi and friends and co-workers. She recalled especially the pleasant working relationship she has enjoyed with other Niles Home directors, the late John T. Thornton and Dr. T. T. Lowery.
AEZ WOMAN OF THE YEAR. Mrs. Harry H. Terte lrightl receives the "Woman of the Year" award for 1960 from Soror Mabel H. Street, Basileus of the chapter which honored the Niles Home Board of Directors President. Mrs. Terte, 229 Ward Parkway, was cited for her" ... efforts as a civic benefactor."
Gamma Rho and Zeta Phi Beta Sororities went on record to support the students sit-down protest movement to this extent: I. We urge our chapters all over the country to immediately cancel plans for free formal dances. Have a fund-raising function instead and send the proceeds to the "Student Emergency Fund of ACHR," 1130 Sixth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. Funds will be used to pay fines, bails and to give aid to students arrested because of peaceful, protest demonstrations. 2. If you do not wish to cancel your formal function, match the dollars spent on the dance with the same number of dollars for the "fund." 3. If you have not planned a function, get busy now and plan a fund raising drive for the "Student Emergency Fund of ACHR." 4. Do not buy a spring bonnet this year. Send the money you would have spent on a hat to the fund. PAGE THIRTY-THREE
FOUNDERS DAY. Beta Delta Zeta sorors and guests are shown in attendance at the 40th Anniversary Tea which was held at Philadelphia's Mid-City YWCA. Shown ( left to right) are: Soror Cleopatra Nelson, Mrs. Naomi Satchel, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority; Soror Sedalia Gaines, Soror Carmitia Watson, Soror Mary Betner, Mr. William
Griffin, president of the Inter-Greek Council, member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity; Mrs. Constance Clayton, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority; Mrs. Bernice Carnes, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority; Mrs. Gertrude Barnes, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority; Soror Ethel H. Hall, Soror Josephine Shumate, Mrs. Pearl Howell, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority; and Soror Anita Anderson.
Beta Delta Zeta More Service In Sixty Philly Zetas' Aim Philadelphia Zetas are in "pace with space." Beta Delta Zeta Chapter is working for "More Service in Sixty." Under the dynamic leadership of Soror Sedalia Gaines, Basileus, the civic, social, religious and educational activities have swung into high gear. Beta Delta Zeta is now providing sponsors for the two undergraduate chapters in the Philadelphia area=-Soror Carrie McGhee is sponsor of Eta Chapter at Temple University while Sorors Betty Riley and Mozelle Harrison serve as co-sponsors for Chi Chapter, Cheyney State Teachers' College. Sorors Barbara Williams and Ethel Hall have developed two groups of Zetalites who arc examples of "Juvenile Decency." Sorer Gaines has organized an I Z Club which is taking part in many community projects. Sorors Josephine Shumate and Esther Wilson have inspired the Arnicac to new height· of cooperation and service. Zeta is making herself felt in the Philadelphia area. Some of the many activities of the year have been: Founders Day, January 17, at the Mid-City YWCA. Chi and Eta Chapters joined us in a musical tea. Guest speaker was Dr. b. Waymon Jones, Director of Heritage House, an organization which has as its goal the prevention of juvenile delinquency. PAGE THIRTY FOUR
I Z CLUB, members of the group sponsored by Basileus Sedalia Gaines, are shown as they enjoyed their visit to the recent "open house" at Temple University. MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
,,,, PLANNING SESSION for Beta Delta Zeto Chapter's Finer Womanhood Week activities. Shown working on final details are Sorors Sophia Williams, Sedalia Gaines,
Carrie McGhee, Betty Riley (chairman), Ethel Hall, and Athalia Lott. This committee formulated plans which made all Zetas in the Philadelphia area proud.
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MUNICIPAL COURT Judge Juanita Kidd Stout accepted the 1960 "Finer Womanhood Award" which was presented by Beta Delta Zeta Chapter during a luncheon at the Sheraton Hotel in Philadelphia. Surrounding her are guests and sorors who joined in the salute to Finer Womanhood. Shown left to right !front row) are: Mrs.
Alice Casselle, Sigma Brother E. R. Clements, Basileus Sedalia Gaines, Associate Regional Director Josephine Shumate, Judge Stout, National Trustee Ethel Hall, Chairman of Finer Womanhood Week activities Betty Riley and Dr. Charles Stout. In the back row are: Mrs. Gertrude Barnes, Mrs. Catherine Wilson and Soror Dorothea Stancil.
Our beloved pearl, Soror Arizona C. Stemons, gave us new determination to reach the Zeta Ideal. We were pleased to have as our guests Sorors from Gamma Nu Zeta, Zeta Delta Zeta and National Honorary Member Abbie Clement Jackson. Soror Cleopatra Nelson deserved and received commendations for planning such a magnificent program. Finer Womanhood Weck began with luncheon at the Hotel Sheraton, where the newly appointed Municipal Court Judge Juanita Kidd Stout was given the Finer Womanhood award. Judge Stout is the first woman of color to be named to sit in the Municipal Courts of Philadelphia. We took this opportunity to give two camperships in the name of our beloved Soror, the late Vivian Cassel le.
The culmination of the two weeks of festivities took place at the Walt Whitman Hotel in Camden, N.J., where the Tri-State Chapters of Zeta held the 40th Anniversary Ball. This was a real birthday party, complete with a birthday cake and every Zeta in blue or white. Beta Delta Zeta is now making plans to honor 40 senior high school girls while Chi and Eta honor 40 college freshman women. We are utilizing the floating Zetas and active sorors in an endeavor to act as big sisters to these girls for the months of April and May, and to give them an insight into the high moral and cultural ideals of Zeta, as well as to recognize them publicly for the qualities of scholarship and service which they possess. "Onward and Upward with Zeta!"
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Sisterhood Workshop Marks Observance Member of Phi and Alpha Omega Zeta Chapters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority were hostesses at the Ninth Annual Conference of the District of Columbia and Virginia on March 19, 1960 at Virgina State College, Petersburg, Virginia. "Zeta Phi Beta Retlects on Perpetuation" was the theme of the conference presided over by Soror Audrey B. Robinson, Associate Director. Workshops centering around this theme were: I. "Building to Perpetuate Our Sorority" with Soror Ann Tillman as leader and Soror Lillie Ross as resource person. 2. "Strengthening Our Family Ties" with Soror Emily M. Turner as leader and Soror Mildred C. Boone, our second Anti Basileus, as resource person. 3. "Planning and Promoting Successful Programs" led by Soror Lillian W. McDaniel and Soror Irma Thompson as resource person. Soror Josephine C. Smith, our Regional Director, presided over an inspiring and enjoyable program ''A Tribute to Our Founders," commemorating our fortieth anniversary. She was assisted by Soror Jennie T. Gross of Beta Zeta Chapter who gave a lovely reading concerning our founders with musical interludes by Soror Audrey Robinson. At the conclusion of the program, Soror Joyce Scott gave a dramatic rendition or our National poem. An enjoyable program was presented by the Archro-, nian Club of Phi Chapter during the Blue and White luncheon. At the afternoon session we received greetings from our National officers who are located in this region. Soror Mildred C. Boone, Irma 8. Thompson, Josephine Smith and Esther Peyton. Reports and recommendations were also heard at this meeting. Recommendations were as follows: I. That more time should be given to the workshop sessions. 2. That the National body consider one name for youth groups. 3. That all chapters on campus and graduate chapters should cooperate in following up girls when they move to other communities. 4. That each chapter should re-evaluate itself, and face facts, admitting that we often arc not properly carrying out our obligations to our sorority. 5. That we select chapter leaders who can create programs flexible enough to help members feel secure in their relationships with each other. 6. That motorcade trips be made between neighboring chapters to establish better support within the region. 7. That we explore the idea of having a state newsletter. 8. That each chapter should contribute and donate some time to the interest of the Foster Home Projects in addition to their present projects. 9. That the ational body will give financial aid to Farmville Youth (possibly from the scholarship fund) so a to augment their pro trum, PAGE THIRTY-SIX
Delta Omicron Zeta Hazel E. McCree, Woman of the Year Mrs. Hazel E. McCree of Dorchester, Mass., was selected as "Woman of the Year 1960," by Delta Omicron Zeta Ch~pter, Boston, Mass., on Sunday, March 6. The prcsent~t1on was made at St. Mark Congregational Church during the Annual Finer Womanhood Day Program. Mrs. McCree was born in Cambridge, Mass., August 24, 1893, the daughter or Mr. and Mrs. Walter Smith longtime residents of Cambridge. ' Her formative education was received in the public schools of Cambridge and Haverhill, Mass. She was a member of the first class to be graduated from the New Haverhill l ligh School, the only Negro student in the class of 1912. She enrolled at Fisk University in l 912 in the School of Home Economics and studied in Special lasses of Social Science. She graduated from Fisk in 1916. Mrs. McCrec has done graduate work in Guidance and Counseling at North Carolina College. Her career in the field of education has included positions as: DirectorMatron of Dormitories and High Schools at Purdue University, teacher of 7th and 8th grades in Junior High School, Palmer Memorial Institute, Sedalia, North Carolina; Director Matron at North Carolina College, Palmer Memorial Institute and the League of Community Service in Boston. As a volunteer worker she has given service to the North Cambridge Community Service, Cambridge Community Center, YWCA and the USO. She is now a staff member at Freedom House in Boston. Mrs. Mcf rcc, the mother of five children, continues to work with many civic organizations in Boston: Boston City Federation of Clubs, League of Women Voters of Boston, Greater Boston Housewives League, AA P, Boston Businessmens League, Boston Fisk Alumni Club, St. Mark Congregational Church and the League of Women for Community Service. Soror Regina Caines
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SOROR G. M. ASHLEY holds the spotlight at Rho Zeta Chapter's Finer Womanhood Banquet which hosted Zeta
Regional Director Cites Pacific Area Zetas Due to so many outstanding articles, pictures, etc., relative to our last Boule, this article was left out, but, it is of such importance that I thought it would be good in any ARC! ION. Therefore, J am placing it in this issue. Along with many outstanding speakers throughout Zctadom, we have other nationally known talent. First, let me mention Soror Clara Fentress Love of Los Angeles, California, who has, for years, created outstanding fashions. You saw just a small sample of her design work at our last Boule. Her presentation was colossal. Perhaps you could engage her to put on a show for your group. One year we centered our Blue Revue around Clara's fashions and everyone is yet singing her praises. She is truly outstanding. Her fashions were modeled by Soror Stephanie Addison. Another nationally famous sorer is Soror Mildred Blount who has studied abroad and designed hats for movie stars as well as· for local llrms and individuals. Soror Blount has won many awards. She has found the pulse of fashion among American designers in creating oriuinul designs. We arc grateful to Sorors Lillian Fentress and I .cnccia Weemes for modeling her designs. Sould you need models al any time, you can find none better than Sorors Christine Nicholson and Grace Phillips. They have their own wardrobes, so there is no problem about clothes to model. Our Phoenix Chapter, Delta Gamma Zeta adorned each national olliccr with a gorgeous orchid which was llown in lrom Phoenix, Ariwna. For this gracious gesture, we are wry grateful. F. pressirll' that good western spirit, Alpha Psi Zeta served as hostess for our banquet after the public meeting. Needless to say, each local soror did everything posIble 10 make the Boule one never to be forgotten. We arc ,1',o nutcful to Seattle for their support. Our underTHE ARCHON-MA Y, 1960
undergrads and representatives from Greek letter organizations in the Winston-Salem area.
Rho Zeta Varied Activities Fete Finer Womanhood Soror S.S. Hilliard as Boule Marshall and Soror G. M. Ashley as chapter Boule chairman are a team which keeps the '61 Boule planning foremost in the minds of Rho Zeta sorors. We sincerely hope that you arc all planning to come to Winston-Salem. Our finer Finer Womanhood Week opened when we attended church services at Dellabrook Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Troy Young made us welcome, and spoke highly of our organization and our ideals. We not only showed our appreciation in numbers, we also Jeft our contribution as a group. Sorer Hilliard was hostess for our regular meeting. The undergraduates joined us at this meeting, part of which was devoted to the pledge service. On Sunday February 28th, Rho Zeta had a banquet. It was truly a grand affair. The tables were arranged in the form of a "Z." Our guests included the undergraduates and two representatives from each of the nine Greek letter organizations in the area. A representative from each group brought greetings. Program chairman, Soror Hilliard and hostess Soror L. C. Sheffey extended a warm welcome to all. Our guests enjoyed fried chicken, rolls, green beans, candied yams, tossed salad, coffee, ice cream and cake. The guests also enjoyed music by the Zeta Tones. If there is one thing Rho Zeta has other than the "zest for work," it's talent. Soror Ashley carried the program along smoothly, and was a charming toastmistress. grads were always on hand to serve wherever they were needed. This to me was that true Zeta cooperation, and I shall forever be grateful. Soror Naomi Williams Pacific Regional Director
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RECENTLY INITIATED into Zeta Phi Beta, Texarkana chapter, is Soror Mary A. Fleeks. Now a first grade teacher in Mandeville Elementary School, she was born in Crockett,. Texas. After finishing high school in For.dice, Texas, she enrolled in Prairie View A. and M. College, Prairie View, Texas from which she received the Bachelor of Science degree. Other colleges attended were, Wiley College, Marshall Texas and Henderson State Teachers College, Conway, Arkansas. Soror Fleeks is an active member of Sunset Baptist Church where she sings in the senior choir. She holds membership in the following organizations, Order of Eastern Star, Celestral Chapter 419 in which she is secretary, Arkansas Teachers Association and Harriet Tubman Club. She is secretary of the latter organization.
Soror Shirley Inghram of Texarkana, Arkansas was recently named Worthy Grand Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star, Arkansas jurisdiction. She succeeded the late Miss Annie B. Gillam of Little Rock, Arkansas. Spror Inghram has served as worthy matron of the OES in Texarkana for the past ten years and is a past deputy grand matron of district 5, Arkansas OES. She has served on various committees in the Grand Chapter and was one of the Grand officers who represented Arkansas at the 1958 biennial session of the international body. In recognition of her service to the OES, State Line Chapter number nineteen and gate City Lodge of Prince Hall Masons honored her with an appreciation service at the Canaan Baptist Church, December 13, 1959. Flowers were presented to the honoree by her Zeta sisters. Flowers and a silver platter by Stars and Masons of Texarkana Chapter.
GRAND BASILEUS Deborah C. Wolfe is shown with representatives of Queens College Chapter NAACP of which she is the sponsor. This is the largest chapter of the New York area.
They are inspecting an exhibit which was developed for display at Queens College Library for Negro HistoryBrotherhood Week.
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Soror Josephine C Smith
Easterners Laud New Director The Eastern Region has indeed been fortunate in the caliber of its leadership. For the past years the region which consists of the chapters in the District of Columbia, Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina has been directed by Soror Nora Lockhart, an efficient leader with a dynamic, captivating personality. After the Boule in California, Soror Josephine C. Smith was appointed director of the Eastern Region. Soror Smith has an A.B. from Howard University and an M.A. from Columbia University. She has done graduate study at Catholic University, the University of Wisconsin and the University of Pittsburgh. She is a member of the American Association of Administrators, the National Education Association, and the Association for Supervision nod Curriculum Development. Sorer Smith is not only interested in her own chosen field of education but she is also an ardent worker in many community projects as attested to by her work with the American Council of Human Rights, vice-president of the Northwest Boundary Association, the League of Women Voters, the Barristers Wives, the Sigma Shadows, Howard Alumni, Howard Women and Washington f rousing Association. In 1955, Sorer Smith was given a testimonial by the THE ARCH ON
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Martha Waldron Club of Shiloh Baptist Church where she is an active member. In the tribute paid her on that occasion was the following: "Now and then within a generation, we meet one, who, forgetful of self goes about her appointed task firmly, lovingly, humbly and glowingly. As others recognize her power, there is never a boast, never a show of pride, there is all quiet re-affirmation of her trust in God; only a studied determination to be always true and loyal to Him and His demand for continued service. "Such a person we wish to honor this evening. Her forceful spirit of cooperation with those around her and her deep feeling of kinship with those subordinate to her in need of understanding, have won for her the admiration of even mere acquaintances. Her personality itself speaks of the presence of God." "I need not speak of quiet faith, Thrice eloquent are quiet trees and green listening sod. Hushed arc the stars whose power are never spent. The halls are muteYet how they speak of God." Soror Smith was the first Negro to hold an administrative job in the integrated public schools of Washington, D.C. She is Director of Elementary Education in Charge of Administration. In ! 956 Soror Smith was awarded a Certificate of Merit for her accomplishments in the field of Education by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. She is past Basileus of Beta Zeta Chapter, former Boule Marshal and has represented Zeta in local and national organizations.
BET A TAU ZETA-Continued Beta Tau Zetas observed Finer Womanhood Week February 28 to March 5. The week opened with worship at the Church of Incarnation. Mrs. Theoria Bayles Houston of Christian Hospital Staff was nominated the "Woman of the Year" and presented a plaque during the services. Following the worship, Sorors motored to Lincoln Memorial Cemetery to lay wreaths of remembrance on the grave of Soror Corinthia Mae Wilson and in memory of the late Soror Johnnie Mae Cherry. The annual donation of $100.00 was presented to Christian Hospital Monday, February 29. Clothing was presented to the county training school for delinquent children March I, and bed linen was presented to James E. Scott Nursery, March 2. Citations were distributed to high school senior girls who exemplify qualities of "finer womanhood." Special area meetings for workshop planning and purposes for the remainder of the year were held March 4. Area chairmen were hostesses to Sorors in their group and a report of their activities was made at the regular meeting March 5. Rcpledge and re-dedication service was held March 5. A special program was prepared and executed by Soror Ruth N. Polite and members of the program and entertainment committee. PAGE THIRTY-NINE
WORKSHOP ON PREVENTION and Control of Juvenile Delinquency was part of this year's activity for Alpha Beta Zeta. Participants in the project included: Mrs. Eunice Lipscomb, Child Welfa re Bureau; Mrs. Effie Mae Green, Guidance Director, Huntington High School; Soror
FUND RAISERS for Multiple Sclerosis. These sorors are
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Irma B. Thompson; Dean Thomas Hawkins, Dean of Men, Hampton Institute; Rev. J. F. W illiams, First Baptist Church; Mrs. Ethel Goode, Guidance Director, Carver High School; and Mrs. Johns, Family Relations Bureau.
Rachel Cole, Elizabeth Frelivilder, Irma 8. Thompson, Berthesine S. Franses, Martha Cherry and (seated) Lillie M. Fisher, chairman. MAY, 1960- THE ARCHON
RHO BETA CELEBRATES Finer Womanhood Week with. its third annual reception for all Greek women of the campus. Soror Baker, Basileus, presented corsages to the presidents of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority. Each
Rho Beta Undergraduate Activities Three Rho Beta sorors attended the Southeastern Regional Meeting in Charleston, South Carolina November 27-28, 1959. The Savannah, Georgia chapter won the Lucille G. Coleman trophy for having the largest undergraduate attendance. Sorer r-.jyrna Miller received the regional scholarship and was elected state coordinator of undergraduate affairs. During the fall initiation period, the chapter increased its chain by three links-Sorors Annie Pearl Davis, Louise Stewart and Rita Youmans. On Thursday, February 25, 1960, Rho Beta presented its annual Finer Womanhood Weck all-college assembly program. The Anne W. Jordan Memorial Prize was presented to Misses Juanita Ross and Bernita Kornegay. This prize is presented in memory of Soror Jordan to the freshman woman with the highest average for the fall quarter of the current school year. This was the second year that twin prizes were necessary. The winner of the Girl-of-the-Year Contest, Miss Annette Kennedy, was crowned, and gifts were presented to the runners-up, Misses Rose Marie Baker and Carolyn Vinson. Archonian Juanita Moon and Miss Panchitia Finley, a local high school student, gave a concert. On Sunday, March 6, the chapter entertained the Greek women of the campus at a Dessert Hour. The sorors climaxed the activities by joining Alpha Theta Zeta in worshipping al Asbury Methodist Church of which Brother George Walker is pastor. Sorer Louise Stewart, Reporter THE ARCHON
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president responded very graciously and one item of talent from each group made up the program. Soror Ruby King, of Alpha Theta Zeta Chapter, brought greetings from the local graduate chapter. Miss Annette Kennedy, the "Zeta Girl-of-the-Year" and Misses Juanita Ross and Bernita Kornegay, winners of the Anne W. Jordan Award, were also honored at this affair which was held in the College Dining Hall. Soror Lille Stewart, who was co-chairman of the planning committee, served as mistress of ceremonies.
HOLDING TROPHY won at the Zeta Southeastern Regional Meeting in Charleston, South Carolina, November 27-28, are members of the Rho Beta Chapter at Savannah State College. They are, left to right: Sorors Jeanette Baker, Rachel Thomas, Louise Stewart, Myrna Miller and Pearl Davis. PAGE FORTY-ONE
Sorors of Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter of Newport News, Va., gather for a picture with the Grand Basileus after a Formal Reception held in her honor at the home of Soror Sue Harris. Seen in the picture seated left to right are: Soror Catherine Sinclair, Reception Chairman; Soror Barbara Warren, Basileus, Phi Chapter, Petersburg, Va.; Soror Ardell Jones, Basileus, Rho Alpha Chapter, Hampton Institute; Soror Catherine Bishop, Soror Berthine Francis, Soror Manerva Douglass, Basileus, Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter; Soror Joyace Scott, Soror Thelma Boyd and Soror Juanita Scott. Standing: Soror Evelyn Blount, Soror Geneva Wells, Soror Rachel Cole, Soror Sue Harris, Soror Vernell Harris, AntiBasileus and Soror Zenobia Green, Basileus, Beta Theta
Boule Trip Planner Announces New Tours Sorors who traveled to Hawaii on our Post-Boule tour find the memory of that wonderful trip a delight that still lingers. Many have expressed desires to travel elsewhere. That trip to Hawaii was expertly planned and executed by Soror Freddye Henderson, who together with her husband, Jake, own the Henderson Travel Service at 854 Hunter Street in Atlanta, Georgia. As fully appointed and fully authorized travel agents, they represent all airlines and make steamship and hotel reservations all over the world. During the six years of operation, they have sent individuals and/or groups to all corners of the globe. In addition to tours, the Hendcrsons arrange individual travel as well. A special package of theirs permits a person to 11y to Europe, tour 30 days in a Renault Dauphine PAGE FORTY-TWO
Zeta Chapter Norfolk, Va.; Soror Ruth Wyche, Soror Martha Cherry, Soror Fannie Brown (Far Back), Former Grand Basileus Dr. Nancy McGhee, Soror Rebecca Green, Dr. Martha Dawson, Soror Lillie Fisher, Soror Irma B. Thompson, Soror Virgie Cobb, Soror Ollie Hundley and Soror Doris Price. Dr. Deborah C. Wolfe, Grand Basileus can be seen surrounded by her admiring sisters. Soror Wolfe spoke at the First Baptist Church on Jefferson Avenue on Sunday Morning, March 6, 1960 to a capacity audience. After the services all Sorors attended a Banquet Dinner with the Grand Basileus. After dinner they took her on a sight seeing trip around the city, then to the airport. This ended a very happy week-end with the Grand.
car and after the tour has been completed the car becomes his or hers, and it is shipped back FREE! All of this for only $2,546. The 1960 Tour program includes several tours to Europe, one to Africa, Round the World and South America, many short tours to Mexico, the Caribbean and various parts or the U.S.A. All travel can be financed on the GONOW-PA Y-LATER plan. A summary of some of their tours follows: Europe-8 countrics-30 days- leave cw York City July J 5 -$995. South America 5 countries 21 days-leave MiamiJune 2 .I -$1045. Europe and Olympic Games 21 days-leave New York City August 20-$1095. Mexico IO days- Leave cw Orleans August l 4$275. West Indies Cruise IO days leave Miami- $190. MAY, 1960 THE ARCHON
EPSILON BETA CHAPTER of Alabama State College initiated twelve young ladies during the current scholastic year. These neophytes are shown in the accompanying photograph. Reading from left to right, they are: Georgia Livingston, Georgia Wheatt, Gwendolyn Wilson, Anna Patterson, Esther Davis, Patricia Rich, Alice Holley, Barbara Warren, Carolyn Todd, Julia Burns, Viola Hill and Vergia Johnson. The chapter shared a joint Founders Day banquet and program with Alpha Rho Zeta Soro rs. It also presented its annual Founders Day chapel program which featured
Soror Ola Adams, National Director of Workshops, in a dynamic address. A major project of the chapter is the sponsorship of its annual workshop on Finer Womanhood. The three-day discussion sessions gave staff members and students an opportunity to analyze "Femininity," with Mrs. Doris Sanders of the Home Arts staff as leader; "Culture," with Mrs. Effie Crockett, chairman of the Home Arts Department as leader; and "Integrity," with Mr. John H. Jones of the English Department as leader. Soror Annye R. Sanders is Basileus of the chapter and Ors. Maggie B. Daniel and Zelia S. Evans are advisors.
The Widening Circle
a pebble of hope into the dark, seemingly impenetrable depths of the cancer problem. Slowly it spread into what has now become a vast life-saving network of research, service, and educational programs. Independent volunteers bui It the American Cancer Society as their instrumentality for achieving cancer control. The Society is a grass roots organization which belongs to its 2,000,000 volunteers, working in 50 states. They raise the funds, they set the policies, they do the chores that each year help save the lives of l 65,000 men, women and children cancer patients. In typical American fashion, these men and women didn't wait for Big Government or Big Brother Charity to do the job. They went to work-housewives and businessmen, doctors, scientists, factory, office, manual and professional workers-joining together for a common goal. One million living Americans cured of cancer bear witness to the success of these efforts. The Cancer Crusade will give you a chance to drop a pebble with a dollar sign into the widening circle of hope for every cancer patient in America. Make it a big one. Remember, you just might be around when it reaches shore.
An Editorial ·r he widening circle made by a pebble in a lake always reaches the outer edges. If it's a large lake it takes longer than if it's a small lake. JI' you dropped a pebble from a boat into the center of Lake Michigan you might never witness the moment when the widening circle meets the shoreline. But you know for a fact that it will. Not all of us may live to sec cancer conquered. But we know for a fact that it will be. The consensus of scientists is that cancer will be conquered just as were other once dread diseases, such as tuberculosis, pneumonia and polio. ·1 he question is no longer if, but when, I here urc many doctors in practice today who remember the time when there was no i/ about it, when the outlook for the average cancer patient was death and disaster. Ihat was when a small group of men and women dropped THE ARC HON
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Alpha Tau 'Zeta Galveston Zetas Meet "Challenge of Change" The big project for Alpha Tau Zeta Chapter in Galveston, Texas is to meet the challenge of this "age of constant changes." These sorors have designed their chapter activities to enable them to keep the pace set by the changing times and new trends. Alpha Tau Zeta projects include: funds given to aid in "The Prevention and Control of Juvenile Delinquency," an annual scholarship given to a deserving high school student, assistance to students in the undergraduate chapter, contributions of good books to school libraries to encourage better reading habits among the students and, sick and shut-in visitations. One of the sorors organized a shoe bank to aid unfortunate children. Others have helped in securing food and clothing for needy families. Funds are given, annually, to the Oleander School for the Retarded Children. The membership drive has been advantageous. We have added nine new sorors and encouraged the inactive members to become active. For fund raising and encouraging artistic talent, we presented our own Soror Mary Ida Lyons in a Blue Revue Musical. Soror Lyons is an instructor in one of the elementary schools in the city. She holds a B.S. and an M.A. degree from Texas Southern University. Sorer Lyons traveled extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe with the famed "Wings Over Jordan Choir." She has given several musical recitals throughout the state. Our annual "Youth Hour" has proven beneficial. All the youth of the community are invited to compete in events and express and develop their talents. One result is that more and more young women are beginning to show a definite interest in Zeta and its standards of finer womanhood. Soror Lois Langford
IN ATTENDANCE at Alpha Tau Zeta Chapter's annual sermon which was held at Live Oak Baptist Church in Galveston, Texas, are members of the chapter and two outstanding women who received Zeta honors this year. Pictured left to right (back row) are: Sorors Mable Toran Jennings, Basileus; Mary Ida Lyons, Hazel Nickerson, Gladys Robinson and Lois Langford. Third row: Sorors Ernestine Prater, Hortense Sheinall, Ruth Williams and G. C. Brown. Second row: Sorors Thelma T. Bailey, Mertise Adams, Theresa Lewis, Billie J. Barron and Willie Mae Miller. Front row: Soror Martha Chase, Miss Joyce Marie Patrick, "Girl of the Year", Rev. G. W. Barron, pastor of Live Oak Baptist Church and Mrs. Annie Mae Charles, "Woman of the Year."
Her Work is Done ... Soror Mable Toran Jennings The sorors of Alpha Tau Zeta Chapter wish to dedicate a moment of silent prayer to our beloved sister, Soror Mable Toran Jennings, who departed this life in September, 1959. Soror Jennings was a wonderful woman who always upheld the standards of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. We shall always remember her as an outstanding worker, devoted to the task of helping others. She has done a beaut if Lt! job as Basile us of Alpha Tau Zeta Chapter and has guided the chapter through many projects which were helpful to the community. Her thoughts were always turned toward Zeta and her last moments were spent with her sister Zetas, outlining her program for the year. We feel that our beloved soror and sister would not have wanted to depart from this life any other way than among her sorors. We, the sorors of Alpha Tau Zeta have lost a beloved sister and a faith/Lt! friend. Soror Mahle Toran Jennings shall remain forever in our thouglus. PAGE FORTY-FOUR
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ALPHA SIGMA ZETA members gather to congratulate Dr. V. M. Chambers, the guest speaker at the chapter's Founders Day service. Pictured left to right are: Sorors Magnolia A. Martin, Ludie P. Dowdell, Gladys Waugh,
Fannie S. Johnson, Lottie M. Wiggins, Dr. Chambers, R. E. Christian IBasileusl, Anna T. Griffith, Leona V. O'Neal, Friendly 0. Moore, Wilda H. Jackson, and Lucinda B. Robey.
Alpha Sigma Zeta Scholarship, Workshop For Finer Womanhood Zetas in Birmingham, Alabama culminated their Finer Womanhood Weck celebration on Sunday, February 28, at a public program held at the Green Liberty Baptist Church, Rev. H. E. Gilvin, Pastor. A Sigma Brother, Dr. V. M. Chambers of A&M College, Normal, Alabama, delivered a most enjoyable and meaningful address, "Improving the functional Processes of Zeta." Zeta women of previous years were cited along with the presentation of the annual scholarship award to Miss Costella Hudson, a senior al Miles College. Alpha Sigma Chapter's Finer Womanhood activities began with a Zeta workshop and included the Annual Repledge Service, a Juvenile Protection Ball, directed by the chapter's Juvenile Protection Chairman, Soror Lucinda B. Robey; ,1 cocktail party for Zetas and their guests and a mammoth tea following the Sunday program. Soror Lottie M. Wiggins served as chairman. Founders Day was observed by portraying the fine work of our five Founders at the January meeting with Sorors Ludie P. Dowdell and Friendly 0. Moore serving as chairman and co-chairman. A series of Juvenile Protection Programs has been placed on this year's calendar to curb delinquency in the city of Birmingham. The series will include a Christmas matinee, a talent parade and a dance for teenagers. THE ARCHON
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MISS COSTELLA HUDSON, a Senior at Miles College, Birmingham, Alabama was awarded an Alpha Sigma Zeta Chapter, Finerwomanhood Scholarship. The presentation was made by Soror Ludie P. Dowdell. Miss Hudson has been recipient of the one hundred dollar scholarship for the past four years.
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AN INFORMAL DISCUSSION with Soror Mildred C. Boone. Standing ( from left to right I are: Sorors Ethel Gore, Thelma Hodges, Juanita Walter, Ella Weathersby, Christine Williams and Martha Green. Seated (from left
Omega Beta Soror Boone Delivers Finer Womanhood Talk Omega Beta Chapter of Fayetteville State Teachers College and Gamma Upsilon Zeta Chapter presented their annual Finer Womanhood Week Vespers Services. The speaker was Soror Mildred C. Boone, chief psychiatric social worker at the Central State Hospital, Petersburg, Virginia and second Anti-Basilcus of the Zeta Phi Beta, Incorporated. In keeping with thi year's theme "Building Finer Womanhood in a Changing Civilization," Soror Boone spoke from the topic "The Youth and the Challenge of Tomorrow." Soror Boone insisted, "There is the demand that young people be prepared to replace thinking men and women of today." After the address everyone assembled in the recreation room of Smith Dormitory for tea. The guests were presented to Soror Boone by oror Mac Rudd Williams, Basileus of Gamma Upsilon Zeta Chapter and oror Christine Williams, Basilcus of Omega Beta haptcr. The table was a setting of a blue and white tablecloth, silver tea service and clear white China. The menu included hot tea, buttered cookies. bubble white mints, large peanuts and lemon slices. oror Ada Alston am! Soror Ella Weathersby were in charge of the tea service. PAGE FORTY-SIX
to right) are: Sorors Lois P. Turner, Mae R. Williams, Mildred C. Boone, Cherridine Birt, Ada Alston, Mary McEachin, Eredena Young, Mazie McMillian, Carolyn Harrington and Fannie Tyson.
After the tea, all sorors gathered around Soror Mildred C. Boone in a circle for a period of informal, but constructive discussion. So much information was gained about the Sorority on the national level that both chapters here in Fayetteville expressed the need for a workshop which we hope to launch in the very near future. Soror Martha Green
ALPHA Pl ZETA-Continued Whittier and Soror Butler, presenting each honoree with a "Goddess of Achievement'' trophy. Soror Delores Lott gave a tribute to the 1960 honorees, listing the many unusual services rendered by them in the field of human relations, beyond their call of duty. Soror Anna Jo Walker sang "Honor," and Mrs. Bella H. Cameron graciously responded for the five women. ·xpressions of warm congratulations to honorees by friends and colleagues included orchids from the male members of the Principals and Administrators Council ( an Antonio, Texas). There were flowers from all elementary school faculties and PTA organizations, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and other organizations. Special courtesies were extended by the dean, comptroller and staff of St. Phillip's College. 1 he general committee responsible for the planning of the affair included: Soror Velma l .ois Blair, chairman, Vera Parker, L. B. Mel ntyre, I Iclcn Bradley, Vara J. Thomas, Myra Branch and Mabel Booker. MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
MRS. MARGARET MC McLEAN Johnson C. Smith Grad
MISS JOHNNIE M. MURPHY
MRS. MARY CLARKE
Science Foundation Award
Delta Zeta Pledgee
Delta Zeta Charlotte Chapter Aids Student Protest Drive Delta Zeta Chapter of Charlotte, North Carolina, recently pledged three young ladies as candidates to Zeta. They arc Miss Johnnie Maye Murphy, a graduate of I loward University who is the recent recipient of a years study grant from the National Science Foundation. Miss Murphy's mother and sister arc also Zeta sorors. Mrs. Margaret Mel.can, a teacher in the Charlotte City chools, graduate of John on C. Smith and Columbia Universities and the wife of a Sigma Brother, is the second candidate. The third is Mrs. Mary Clarke, a graduate of Livingstone ollegc. Mrs. larke is a teacher in the Mecklenburg County Schools and also the wife of a Sigma brother. The President of the Student Body of Johnson C. Smith University was presented a check from Delta Zeta Chapter as a contribution to help defray the expenses involved in the "Student Protest Against Segregated Eating Places" movement. Members of the chapter expressed their desire to support wholeheartedly, this movement which is designed to preserve our self-respect as free men and women. Delta Zeta Chapter presented their second annual "Who's Who In Men's Fashions" recently at Johnson C. 'mith nivcrxity. The theme "Around The Clock With Fashions" was carried out with four scenes: "Town and Country," featuring sport clothes; "Esquire at Work," featuring business clothes; "After Five" featured men in afternoon attire and "Semi Formal and Formal," presenting men in the latest evening wear. Only the most correct and stylish fashions were seen .u this show. which wax wonderfully received by a most enthusiastic audience. THE ARC HON
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Mr. Martin Allen, formerly of the Broadway play "Annie Get Your Gun," was our featured dance artist for the program. In line with the national project, sorors of this chapter arc busily engaged in gathering clothes for needy children in the city to be distributed through local city authorities, next month. It is felt that the success of this campaign will certainly be felt in the prevention and control of juvenile delinquency. Five sorors from this chapter were present at the 33rd Annual Boule. They were Sorors Millie Murphy Liston, Basilcus; Margaret Patterson, Elizabeth Murphy, Wilma Long and Esther Byers. Several members of the chapter attended the State Meeting held at Barber-Scotia College, Concord, N.C. They were: Sorors Eloise Morton, Murphy, Patterson, Li ton, Byers, Sarah Schofield and Ethel Butler. Delta Zeta sorors went by motorcade to Gastonia, N.C. to celebrate Finer Womanhood Weck with Beta Mu Zeta Chapter on Sunday, February 28.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Sorors who are not receiving their copies of the ARCHON should report their correct mailing address to the ARCHON Editor at 8717 Seneca Street, Oakland 5, California. The ARCHON invites correspondence from all sorors on any subject at any time. Your suggestions, criticisms and tips are helpful in planning each issue. Don't wait until you have a "big story" to report and don't wait until the day before the "deadline." Make a "better ARCHON" your personal project. Whenever you are working with Zetas and Zeta projects, keep the ARCHON in mind. And, remember the address ... ARCHON, 8717 Seneca Street, Oakland 5, California. PAGE FORTY-SEVEN
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"WOMAN OF THE YEAR" entertains Detroit Zetas. The Detroit Zetas and their husbands were most royally entertained by their "Woman of the Year," Mrs. Edna L. Holcomb, in her lovely home in Conant Gardens, the week after she was honored by the sorority. After a most delightful buffet dinner ( champagne, turkey and trimmings), sorors of Beta Omicron Zeta gathered around their honoree and charming hostess to admire the bronze plaque which she received from Zeta during
their Finer Womanhood banquet held in the McGregor Conference Center of Wayne State University. Seated (left to right) are: Sorors Thelma Downs, Wyolene Mallard, Mrs. Edna L. Holcomb, Sorors Ethel B. Nel-
son, Basileus; Geraldine Nelson, Elizabeth Nelson, Cora Whitted. Standing: Sorors Ollie W. Smith, Johanetta P. Morrow, Jewell H. Freeman, Naomi Ross, Mary R. Gray, Emma Senk, Alberta Powell, Anna Gholson, Viola Arnold, Nancy Lester, Larnie J. Williams, lone H. Gibson, M. Constance Russell, Anne B. Lowndes and Bernice Griggs.
Beta Omicron Zeta Edna L. Holcomb Woman of the Year Beta Omicron Zeta selected Mrs. Edna L. Holcomb as "Woman of the Year." Mrs. Holcomb, prominent Detroit civic worker and club woman was honored at a banquet in the McGregor Community Conference Center, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan. Participating on the program were the Rev. Jessie J. McNeil as guest speaker and Soror Hattie O' eil Black, soloist. Soror Eleanor J. Woodcock gave a colorful history of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority followed by Sorer Bernice Griggs with her original "Tribute To Our National Founders." Dr. McNeil was introduced by Soror Viola Arnold. Greetings were extended by all Greeks and numerous organizations with which our "Woman of the Year" is affiliated. Seated at the speakers' table was Mr. Longworth Quinn, Editor of the Michigan Chronicle, the newspaper for which Mrs. Holcomb write a regular column. Soror Ethel Nelson's remarks were impressive as she presented Soror Elizabeth Nelson as the chapter's "Zeta of the Year." As a special tribute to the "Woman of the Year," Soror lone Gibson sang" o Man Is An Island." The banquet was traditionally closed with the beautiful Sorority Hymn. Soror lone I I. Gibson was general chairman of the program. PAGE FORTY .EIGHT
BETA KAPPA ZETA-Continued Nichols was presented with a charm bracelet from the chapter. Soror Grace Jackson, our past Director of the Southern Region was our honored guest and speaker for this occasion. Her address captivated the audience from the very beginning. She was accompanied here by Soror Isabella Herson, our National Grarnrnatcus. Following the services, an elaborate dinner was served at the palatial home of Soror Louella Walker.
On Saturday March 5, we presented our annual "Blue Revue" featuring the famous Durden School of The Dance, sponsored by our Soror Bernice Durden Franklin of New Orleans. Miss Jacqueline Channel, the vivacious daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Channel was crowned "Miss Blue Revue o( 1960." The show was superb. A committee has been appointed to bring in applications for our annual scholarship which will be given to some deserving high school graduate.
The members of Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter look forward to fostering many interesting and helpful projects in the months to come. Sorer Thelma Y. Thomas, Basileus Soror Carletha P. Roy, Antapokritis MAY, 1960
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Gamma Finer Womanhood Tops Morgan College Activities
SOROR SANDRA E. EAST Gamma Chapter Basileus
Gamma Iota Zeta Members of Gamma Iota Zeta chapter, under the leadership or Soror Rose B. Morgan have partly completed a year of well planned programs and activities. Sorors Izetta H. Taylor and Mabel H. Scruggs have made detailed reports from the Boule. 'Sec How They Run," a hilarious farce in three acts was presented at the Howard School in November as a service to the public. The play was well attended and enjoyed by all. Thanksgiving baskets were given to the needy and shut-ins. A Christmas party was given for the Girl Scout Troop which is sponsored by the chapter. The girls were allowed to purchase their gifts and party snacks as part of their training. Soror Elizabeth D. Jones is the Scout Leader. Founders' Day was observed at the home of the chairman, Sorer Geraldine Hoffman. The program included a quiz on Zeta. Pep songs were sung. Corsages of blue and white were presented to the chapter's founders who were in attendance, Sorors Hight, Scruggs and Morgan. Sorer Trammell and Soror Ruth Morant, now a resident of Washington, D.C. were not present. Sorors Berry and Young were included as the first to be initiated after the chapter was formed. Sorer Jones, retiring Basilcus was included in the presentation. A large birthday cake, iced in blue and white was the centerpiece for the refreshment table. In observance of Finer Womanhood Weck, n workTHE ARCHON
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During the week of February 15 through 21 the members o( Gamma Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority located at Morgan State College in Baltimore, Maryland celebrated Finer Womanhood Week. The chapter of twentyone girls lead by their Basileus, Sandra Ellen East, celebrated a full schedule of activities. During the entire week there was a display in the student lounge of the McKeldin Student Union Building. The sorors began the week with presentations of current magazines to the College Infirmary. Tuesday followed with "Serenade In The Night" around the three girls dormitories. Wednesday featured one of the biggest activities of the week. In the Student Union Lounge on Wednesday the sorors featured a "Culturarna." At this particular affair Soror Elaine Garrett was the speaker. She spoke on "Fashions in Today's World." Entertainment was furnished by a Sigma brother and a Morgan co-ed. Recognition of the ten best dressed girls on the college campus selected by the sorors was made and awards were given to these ten young ladies. Soror Sandra East was the mistress of ceremonies. Thursday was set aside as the day for a community activity and a few of the sorors volunteered their services to the inmates at Montebello Hospital. Friday included a Zeta-Sigma Dinner in the College Refectory. Sunday's activities included participation in the worship services at the Morgan Christian Center and a Tea. Piano prelude was handled by Sorer Eleanor Del.eaver and a vocal selection was given by Soror Elaine Garrett. Piano selections were given by Miss Hansonia Caldwell, Secretary, PZ Youth Group, Alpha Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Soror Sandra Jones introduced the guest speaker, Miss Barbara Bedford, President, Youth Service Corps, Alpha Zeta Chapter. Miss Bedford is a first semester Freshman at Morgan State College. The Althea S. Cornish Zeta Leadership Award, Zeta Girl of the Year, Ruth M. Cleaver Undergraduate Award, and the Lilic A. Ross Award went to Soror Sandra E. East. Gamma Chapter made a civic responsibility presentation to the Director of the Morgan Christian Center. The program was concluded with the singing of the Zeta Song and a social hour followed. The Finer Womanhood Weck theme was "Developing Our Greatest ResourceToday's Children for Tomorrow's World."
shop was held at the home of Soror Rosebud Tillman. The theme was: "Rededicating Ourselves to the Ideals of Sisterhood." The discussion leaders were Sorer Glossie Cole, "What Can We Do to Improve Our Loyalty?" Sorer Izetta Taylor, "Among Ourselves" and Sorer Elizabeth Jones, "In the Community and Civic Affairs." Soror Scruggs summarized and evaluated the discussion. The workshop was very successful. The pledge service and social hour followed the workshop. PAGE FORTY-NINE
CHATTANOOGA'S MISS BLUE REVUE is Maxine Elizabeth Jones, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben D. Jones of 2114 Delano Drive. She is a member of the junior class of Howard School, a member of the Student Council, vice president of New Homemakers of America, Inc., president of the teen-age group of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., organist and a member of Phillips Temple C.M.E. Church.
MISS SA YDE ELIZABETH MORGAN, the debutante daughter of Mr. Sam H. Morgan and Soror Rose Evelyn Boyd Morgan of Chattanooga, Tennessee received a $100 scholarship from Gamma Iota Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Miss Morgan is a freshman at Evansville College, Evansville, Indiana and is planning to major in the field of Medical Technology.
SOROR RACHEL COLE, Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter, New-
port News, Va., greets the Grand Basileus as she arrives, by train, in Newport News, Virginia, to be the 40th Anniversary Guest Speaker for their Finer Womanhood Week celebration on March 5, 1960. A delegation of twelve Sorors greeted Soror Wolfe at the train station. PAGE FIFTY
GRAND BASILEUS Dr. Deborah C. Wolfe receives congratulations from Senator Wayne Morse of Oregon following her dynamic Founders Day speech at the Hotel Roosevelt in Washington, D.C. MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
Civic, Cultural and Moral Values Notes on a Speech By DR. HILDA TABA, Ph.D. Honorary Member, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
We cannot take for granted all the complaints about the difficulties of the younger generation with moral values. In each period because of the social change, the older generation tends to be critical of the values of the younger generation; young people have always gone to pot. However, there are certain conditions today that cause the breakdown of moral values, which probably did not exist in the same measure a generation ago. One of these is the rapidly increasing urbanization and the consequent loosening of family controls. Family members no longer share common responsibilities, and consequently, there is no longer an adequate context in which to transmit moral values. While we probably have individuals of the same moral stature as the celebrated pater familiae of the late 19th century, there is no longer a context for them to be as influential in the upbringing of the youth as they were. Families no longer work and share together. Their work as well as recreation goes on in separate groups. Furthermore, in an urban etting the young people are exposed to differing and often conflicting standards as they move from group to group or even from house to house. The modern city or a suburb gathers together in the same neighborhood people from different areas. Each family has slightly difTercnt standards. We no longer have the type of uniformity of standards which characterized a small town or a rural area, in which kinfolk lived close by, and a child was not only under constant supervision by someone who knew him, but was also subjected to consistent expectations and demands. A modern city is also characterized by anonirnity and "lostness" of an individual. Today's individual or an individual family is an anonymous and a lonely entity in a crowd. Hence the binding connections, which were also helpful in enforcing moral standards, arc missing and therefore standards arc more loose in addition to being inconsistent. While controls have weakened, the temptations and opportunities have expanded. A rebellious or just mischievious youngster had little available with which to play havoc of any consequence. The contrasts of material wealth and the images of things to have were not quite as visible. Or if they were, they were supported by a social system which put those things out of reach for those who did not have them. Rebelliousness, striving to possess what one docs not have, can take a more serious turn today. The model of striving and possession arc spread assiduously through mass media. So arc the means for playing havoc, or of expressing rebelliousness even if one thinks of nothing more than the geographical mobility made possible by the automobile. The rapidity of social change, meanwhile, has increased the distance between the generations to a point where the older generation no longer can easily serve as a model for the younger one. Communication is more THE ARCHON
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difficult, because meanings of the perennials have changed, and so have the symbols. Family is therefore less capable of both controlling and influencing their children, and especially the adolescents. Add to this the fact that in American society, generally, the peer group influence has assumed a strong role in the molding of the character, and you get a trend away from the conformity to the values of the older generation and towards those of the younger generation. Parents themselves are less certain. The past decades have made them ambivalent about exercising control and permissiveness. The psychological interpretations have blamed the parents too often for over-controlling. The mobility of parents themselves adds to uncertainty. They arc not quite sure whether they should do what they think is right by their children, or they let the children talk them into imitating the neighbors. This brings a certain inconsistency in treatment, which is always dangerous. This difficulty is probably aggravated by the general "other directedness" in our culture. We tend to get our standards by looking over the shoulder to our own peers instead of depending on our own judgment. You are probably acquainted with the thesis that Riesrnan has elaborated regarding this characteristic in our culture in his "Lonely Crowd." This puts a greater burden on what happens in school. Yet schools, too, fail to reach a considerable proportion of their students, especially among those whose cultural background is deviate from the standards of conduct and expectations practiced in the school culture. Its curriculum content tends to be neutral to values. The social system which operates among the students is often even not recognized by the teachers and administration. There is a great deal of inconsistency between the values and principles that are verbalized, and actually practiced. When we think about what to do, we tend to run into oversimplifications; given certain lessons, teach the golden rule, emphasize religious training. These measures may have certain measure of eflects, but it would be over-optimistic to expect a cure through their use. It seems the one thing we need more of is the understanding of the dynamics of the value systems and the life patterns of the young people. We need that in order to work with them, instead of breaking them. We need especially to understand the differences in the value systems as they arc caused by the differences in the culture of the home and in the social learning of the young people in them. Sometimes those contrasts are large enough to make adult guidance in school impossible, unless the adults know what goes on in the minds and hearts of the young people. I am reminded of Haystack, who was a leader of a gang. He had leadership qualities, he could control other youngsters, but this leadership was directed towards the socially destructive ends. To him fighting was something (continued on page 55) PAGE FIFTY-ONE
Detroit Zetas Cite Progressive Leader Sorer lone Hartley Gibson recently completed five very successful years as Basileus of Beta Omicron Zeta Chapter. Zeta has achieved wide recognition in Detroit during Soror Gibson's administration, a closer relationship with other Greeks and Zetas participation with numerous civic and charitable organizations has merited Zeta a highly respected place in the cultural patterns of this great Motor City. Detroit Zetas proudly presented their first caucasian Woman of the Year the Honorable Mary V. Beck, President of Dctroits Common Council, during Finer Womanhood Weck in 1958. The beautiful reception in her honor was held at Wayne State University, another first Zeta.
SOROR IONE HARTLEY GIBSON Inspires Beta Omicron Zeta Growth
MODERN WOMAN--Continued joiceth in the truth. Let it be possible that the following epitaph found on an old tombstone in Egypt may be said of you: "Peace was in the words which came from his mouth, and the book of the wise was on his tongue." V. Her Godly charactcr"A woman that [eoreth the Lord, she shall be praised." Was she a beautiful woman? Nothing is said about that; but all the better if these lovely traits were framed in a beautiful body-emphasis is placed upon beauty of the soul. Strength and honor are this woman's clothing. Physical beauty is vain and deceitful. It may become the ally and agent of evil and temptation, and even where it is united with a beautiful soul it is bound to fade and vanish despite all the artifices of the beauty parlor. But the beauty of the soul never fades, and never leads astray or deceives. "Thou excelleth them all." This ancient sketch of the ideal woman was written before Christ came. Now the Christian artist can add a few strokes of his own with the New Testament brush, and there you have the complete masterpiece. Make her a woman who has bowed at the Cross. Make her a woman who loves the church which Christ loved and for which He shed His blood and there you have the ideal Christian woman who can meet the responsibility of developing spiritual values in a world of chaos. Would you women of today know the highest joy of life? Would you repeat and renew yourself and have yourself go on from one generation to another? Then join the company of those women who followed Christ, when he was on earth and ministered unto Him and who, when he was dead, brought their myrrh and spices to anoint his body. This is what we need most here-in this a11 xiou» world. PAGE FIFTY-TWO
True sisterly love, progressive leadership and Soror Gibson's undying faith in Zeta, made possible the presentation of Beta Omicron Zeta's first Blue Revue, staged in the impressive Ford Auditorium. This affair was directed by the very capable Sorer Lornie J. Williams, with Miss Blue Revue receiving Zetas top award, a $500.00 Savings Bond. During the past two years Soror Gibson proudly accepted, in addition to her office as Basileus, the appointment as Associate Regional Director of Michigan. During her tenure of office the new chapter, Zeta Beta Zeta was organized in Flint, Michigan with Soror Frances Faithful as Basileus. Soror Gibson is the proud mother of four daughters, and one son. The oldest daughter became a Zeta Phi Beta soror last November at Tennessee A & I State University, where Soror Gibson herself was initiated. Aside from her tasks as a mother and a Zeta, Soror Gibson holds a responsible position as a supervising teacher in the Detroit Schools, and is a very active member of People Community Church, its chancel choir treasurer, active member of Phi Delta Kappa Sorority, Y.M.C.A. and Horne Federal avings Association Auxiliaries. During the 1958 Mother of the Weck series sponsored by the Michigan Chronicle, Detroit's widely read weekly newspaper, Soror Gibson was nominated for Mother of the Year Honors. Her many activities have not prevented her continuing her singing career. In April 1960 she will journey to South Carolina for a concert and will visit with her sister Dean (Soror) Thelma H. Fisher and daughter oror Brenda R. Gibson both at Allen University. In recognition of her five years of service, Soror Gibson was presented with a beautiful leather handbag by the members of Beta Omicron Zeta at the fall round-up and ins ta I lation. Soror Gibson's attendance record for sorority meetings is unequaled, as she has missed but one meeting in the live years due to confinement in hospital. She is presently serving as chapter Phyluctcr. Soroi r thcl B. elson is the new ll.1sileus of Beta Omicron Zeta. MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
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ALPHA KAPPA ZETA'S Finer Womanhood awards were given to Soror Ophelia H. Kincheon, Outstanding Zeta for 1959; Mrs. 0. H. Elliott, Community; Mrs. D. H. Moore, Business; and to the Holy Cross School Faculty. Father Dayberry accepted the Educator's Award.
NEWLY ELECTED officers of the American Council on Human Rights are shown following a recent board meeting in Washington, D.C. They are: (seated, center) Mrs. Barrington D. Parker, President; Mrs. Reba DeShields, Recording Secretary; Mrs. Charlotte Lewis, Corresponding Secretary; Dr. Deborah Cannon Wolfe, Vice President; and Mrs. Marion Bluit, Treasurer.
Grand Elected to ACHR Post Sorer Deborah Cannon Wolfe, Grand Bnsilcus, was elected vice president or the American Council on Human Rights at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors which was held March 18-19, al the Alpha Kappa Alpha house in Washington, D.C. Dr. Marjorie Parker, Grund Hasilcus of Alpha Kappa Alpha, was elected president. The Board or Directors commended Mrs. Aretha McKinley for her work during her six month probationary as director or the organization and voted to continue her services. Plans were made to continue the "Write for Rights" campaign, to conduct the annual leadership workshop in Washington, D.C. during the month of October and to hold a leadership workshop in some other section of the country. ·1 he Board pledged its support to students who arc participating in sitdown strikes throughout the South, and shortly will announce plans for assisting these students, many or whom arc members of ACI IR by virtue of their membership in the sororities making up the organization. Representing Zeta Phi Beta Sorority at the board meeting in addition to Dr. Wolfe were Dr. Nancy B. McGhee, former Ci1 and Haxilcus and Dr. Bnrbura T. Mason, principal of Roosevelt School, New Rochelle, N.Y.
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FOUR YOUNG LADIES from .Nustin, Texas, were honored as outstanding examples of young womanhood by sorors of Alpha Kappa Zeta Chapter. They are: Miss Jean Allen, Miss Carolyn Westbrook Arnold {"Girl of the Year" l, Miss Patricia Calhoun, and Miss Yvonne Scales.
HONORED IN 1959 as "Women of the Year," were five women who have made their mark in Austin, Texas' social, civic, religious and fraternal circles. They are: Mrs. Latallian Youngblood, Zeta of the Year; Mrs. Ada Anderson, Mother of the Year; Mrs. Jennie V. Shaw, Religious Worker; Mrs. E. M. Gilbert, Outstanding Business Woman; Mrs. Emma long, Outstanding Civic Leader; and Mrs. J. Y. Rice, Outstanding in Greek Letter Organizations. PAGE FIFTY-THREE
NATIONAL OFFICERS of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority who attended the 19 60 W hite House Conference on Children and Youth. Left to right are: Soror Bettye Steele Turner, First AntiBasileus; Soror Susie Miles, Tamias; Soror Deborah C.
W olfe, Basileus; and Soror Maggie Daniel, Chairman of the Executive Board. These sorors are reviewing the program while attending the W hite House Conference on Children and Youth which was held in W ashington, D.C., March 27 to April 2.
Nu Zeta NU ZETA CHAPTER in Knoxville, Tennessee, supported its recent resolution to purchase a life membership in the NAACP by making an immediate $100 payment toward the $500 membership. Soror Jessie M. Glanton, Basileus, presented the chapter's check to Rev. Nathaniel Linsey, president of the Knoxville Branch, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Nu Zeta has consistently supported the NAACP with yearly contributions and also through the active participation of its members. Soror Glanton is now serving as assistant secretary and an elected member to the executive board of the Knoxville branch.
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ferences which followed were: Mr. Floyd H. Agestinelli, Advisor, D.C. Commissioners' Youth Council; Mr. William F. Benedicy, Executive Director, Social Hygiene Society; The Rev. Joseph Haskins, Pastor, St. Marks Methodist Church; Mrs. Lorraine C. Knupp, Principal, Ruth K. Webb School; Mrs. Margaret Noble, Teacher of Science, D.C. Public Schools; and Mrs. Dovey J. Roundtree, Attorney at Law. '!'he luncheon speaker was the Rev. E. Franklin Jackson, Pastor, John Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church. All youth of the area were invited to attend.
Juvenile Delinquency, Housing and so forth, came the song "We Were Sailing Along." At the end of the 40's, during which time many executive· offices were created, the song was "Working Together" to the tune of "Oh, What a Beautiful Morning!" During the 50's, which was characterized by extensive growth, even to Africa, "Is It True What They Say About Zeta?" was sung. Soror Jennie Gross was the narrator throughout and Miss Cozette Carter, in addition to accompanying each song also played beautiful and appropriate music between each period. Other music was furnished by Soror Margaret Williams who played brilliantly "Barcarolle" by Liadov and by Soror Virginia Moore who sang very effectively "The Star." Also included was the presentation of officers and guests by Soror Mary R. Reid, Basileus of Beta Zeta Chapter. After the Sorority Song, The Rev. George A. Parker, who opened the program with the invocation closed it with the Benediction.
Soror Geneva C. Turner
DR. TA BA-Continued natural, and something that gave one status and belonging. He did not understand the teachers who were so afraid of a little bit of fighting. Haystack could be redirected only if his leadership qualities were recognized, and not rejected or suppressed. He could also be redirected only if the persons who were doing it understood Haystack's value system and personal dynamic. There arc also vastly greater possibilities for value training in school than have been used by teacher and administrators. A greater use can be made of literature as well as of analysis of the experiences in school for developing sensitivity to new values and the understanding of the relationship of conduct of individuals to what they feel and what they value. Especially, it is important to help young people to discuss and to weigh values. Standards and morals cannot be applied in terms of black and white distinctions. The greatest moral dilemmas occurs not when there is clearly a right and a wrong side. They occur when two positive values are in conflict, such as loyalty to peers and loyalty to parents.
ALPHA ZETA-Continued Sorors Arizona Cleaver Stcmmons, one of the founders; Soror Josephine Smith of Washington, D.C., and Soror Esther Peyton also of Washington, D.C. The committee on Finer Womanhood Celebration for 1960, consisted of Sorors lsolene Crowner, Mary C. Frazier, Beatrice H. Hall, Doris Howell, Annie Johnson, Beatrice A. Mayo, Hazel Phillips, Blanche Powell, Geraldine Powell, Ruth Russell, Carrie D. Scott, Iris C. Wheaden, Precious Williams and Audrey Davis, Chairman. Following the Finer Womanhood Tea, there was a Dinner Party given in honor of Dr. Wolfe and her husband at Morgan State College. Attending this Dinner Party were orors Ruth W. Cleaver, Basilcus; Audrey Davis, Chairman of the Activities; Lillie Ross and Mary Hurtt, Chairman of the Youth Group connected with Alpha Zeta Chapter; Sorer Katharine 0. Johnson, Associate Director of Maryland, the Grand Basilcus, Dr. Deborah Wolfe and our beloved, cvcrf'aithful founder and · Basilcus Emeritus, Arizona Cleaver Slemmons. This dinner party was given at the beautiful home of Rev. and Mrs. I Ioward Cornish at Morgan late College. THE ARCH ON
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Inkster, Detroit Zetas Celebrate 40th Year The beautiful Le Moyne Garden Community Center of Inkster, Michigan was full of warmth and the old Zeta Spirit when Zetas from Detroit met with the local Zetas to commemorate Founders' Day. Soror Marie Clifton, Chairman of the Founders' Day Committee was capably assisted by the following Sorors: Glennie Cox, Mildred Mickles, Emma Sink and Maude Reid. Soror Thelma Downs, past National Trustee was in charge of the program which featured a history of the Sorority by Soror Mary Grey and a history of the local chapter by Soror lone Gibson who also performed in the role of a vocal soloist. Soror Gibson was accompanied by Soror Alberta Powell. Soror Ethel Nelson, Basileus, made special presentations to past Basilei of the local chapter. Special honor was given to Soror Elizabeth Nelson who was recently listed in "Who's Who in American Education for 1959-60." Sorer Maude Reid received a lovely corsage for being the most recent Zeta to earn a Master of Arts Degree. A lovely corsage was presented, also, to Soror Juanita Vaughn, the oldest Zeta present. Greetings from the local Sigmas were extended by Elon Mickels. White Carnations tied with blue satin accented the table where refreshments were served. "Eyes on Africa," a symposium sponsored by Beta Iota Zeta, highlighted that chapter's Finer Womanhood observance. The meeting featured Dr. Babatunde
A. Williams, Associate Professor of Political Science, Northern Illinois University; Miss Patricia Tucker, University of Chicago; and Miss Grace Alele, Professor of Mathematics, Queens College, Ede, Nigeria who is currently a Visiting Professor at the University of Vermont. A public meeting, the symposium was held at the International House in Chicago, Illinois. PAGE FIFTY-FIVE
DEL TA ALPHA ZETA Chapter observed its Finer W omanhood Observ ance with Dr. Deborah P. W olfe as speaker and Justice Justine W ise Polier as guest of honor. Justice Po lier's name is on the lips of every citizen in the N. Y. Community because of her recent court decision fa voring parents in Harlem who hove been fighting fo r a better education fo r their children. The observance, held at Siloam Presbyterian Church in 1959 was filled to capacity in spite of severe weather. Seen in the picture ore: Dr. W olfe, Justice Polier, Almira Coursey, Bosileus and Beatrice Yeates, 1st Anti-Bosileus.
HIGHLIGHTING ZETA'S 40th Anniversary, Delta Alpha Zeto Chapter held its first "Miss Zeta" contest. The crowning took place at the fashionable Carleton Terrace. Miss Izola Prunty was the "Queen." Runners-up were Soror Sulurta Nievens ( left l and Soror Beatrice Yeates (right). Special guests in attendance were soprano Mory Robb, who once appeared with the Tennessee Symphony Orchestra, and National Basketball Association All-Star John Crowford. A group of Zetas journeyed from Trenton, N.J., to join with their Brooklyn sisters.
AUTOGRAPH PARTY honoring authoress Paule Marshall was held by Delta Alpha Zeta Chapter recently at Brooklyn's Provident Professional Club. The young writer, who is currently working with CBS, was introduced by
DELTA ALPHA ZETA Chapter of Zeto Phi Beto Sorority celebrated its 10th Anniversary in January at the Provident Professional Club. All Greek Letter Organizations sent representatives. Brother Edward Robeson of Phi Beto Sigma gave an inspiring talk while Judge and Mrs. Myles Paige beamed as they congratulated the Brooklyn Chapter for a good community job well performed. Seen in the picture ore: Sorors Jacqueline Simpson, Catherine Jones, Janna Ransom, Louise Batson, Ethlyn Lamos, Almira Coursey, Fannie P. Watts and Izola Prunty.
John 0. Killens of the Horry Belofonte Productions. Seen congratulating Mrs. Marshall ore Soror Louise Batson, Albert Edwards, Soror Almira Coursly, Basilieus; Soror Joanna Ronson, Killens, and Soror Janice N. Simms. Waple Newton, a childhood friend of the guest of honor, is seated at Mrs. Marshall's left. PAGE FIFTY-SIX
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ALPHA PSI ZETA-Continued Pust Honorees, and the 1959 Women of the Year honorees in worship services at the 28th Street Christian Church. With Sorer Vera Cleaver, Chairman, Zetas participated in the program with the history given by Soror Alma Campbell, vocal selection by Soror Sylvia Haynes, introduction of visiting guests by Sorer Beatrice Ford, and presentation to the Church by Basileus Render. Later the same day, the Amicae, with Mrs. Edna Brown president, entertained Sorors, Past Honorees and 1959 Honorees at a delicious brunch. Standing-room-only describes the community· attendance at the formal reception held Sunday March 6th in the social hall of Holman Methodist Church, at which time four outstanding Los Angeles women were honored as the 1959 Women of the Year. Proudly presented were Mrs. Camella J. Barnes, outstanding for her contribution in the field or Religion, Mrs. Emily Johnson in the field of Business, Dr. Pearl Riley McBroom in Medicine, and Mrs. Christeale L Owens in the field of Human Relations. In a surprise move, the speaker or the day, Mrs. Ruth H. Kodani, well known for her valuable leadership abilities in the growth, progress and welfare for all mankind in Los Angeles, in California and the nation wide, was named a fifth honoree for her many achievements. Included in the program for the day were two other outstanding features. On behalf of the Amicae, Mrs. Clarkie Richardson presented scholarships to four young ladies, and on behalf of Alpha Psi Zeta Chapter, Mrs. Norma Madkin presented three. The recipients of the scholarships were Ruth McNealy, Ruth Ann Lewis, Esther O'Neil, Mildred McClenon, Myrtle Boykins, and Alberta Ford, all Sorors. Also, this Chapter proudly presented a check in full payment for Life Membership in N.A.A.C.P. All Chapter members worked so beautifully to make it the success that it was, that they should be mentioned individually, however, space will only permit naming the most capable chairmen. Sorors Pauline W. Battle and Naomi were general co-chairmen, Exzetta Joseph and Mattie Cooksey, Reception; Madeline Grant, flowers; Vera Cleaver, Church program; Audrey Quarles, Radio program; Jackie Moore, Place; Delores McAdoo, Rededication; Ada M. V. Rogers, Finance; Vivian Middleton, Reception program; Stephany Addison, Publicity; Ruth Brown, Music; Thelma Haynes, Correspondence. Again, before one event was concluded, another was already under way. Blue Revue plans arc well advanced, with invitations already distributed, for an afternoon at the Moulin Rouge, May I st. With the attractive program of luncheon, dancing and lloor show, this promises to be another "success" for Alpha Psi Zeta. Still another mammoth program in the making is that of a project to solicit foster and adoptive homes, and establishment of a referral service related thereto. This is a part of the Chapter's work on the National Project, The Prevention and Control of Juvenile Delinquency. THE ARCHON
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Colorful Capers Blue Revue Hit Alpha Pi Zeta and Delta Chapters and the Amicae successfully staged the second annual Blue Revue in Sari Antonio, Texas, at the Library Auditorium, on Monday, February 22. Five attractive young ladies vied for the title "Queen of the Blue Revue." The winner and reigning Miss was Sylvia Johnson. Other contestants were Misses Evelyn Richardson, Cecelia Booker, Lillian Russel and Jenny V. Thompson. Miss Johnson is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sylvester Johnson. She is a senior student at St. Peter Claver High School. She is a member of Bethel A.M.E. Church and is affiliated with many youth organizations including the Debonair Club of the YWCA and the Youth Council of the NAACP. The Zeta sorors who sponsored the winning contestants were Sorors Ouida Rainge, Velma Blair, Margaret Johnson, Hazel Hays, Vera Parker, Vivian Nelson, Lina B. Carrington and Tommye Mann. Music by Tommy Brooks and his combo motivated the audience for the "Intercontinental Capers" take-off. The colorful variety show consisted of dances, skits and vocal tributes to the "Queen," all performed by children of kindergarten age through the teens. Guest performers Misses Glenetta Price, Kay Frances Byars, Monica Adams and Mr. Allen Green, were outstanding. Green, impersonating the popular singer Harry Belafonte, held the audience spellbound when he sang the "Banana Boat Song." Emcee for the program was the capable Soror Delores Lott, who alerted the onlookers to get set for a "night to the continents." The seven parts of the program included presentation of "The Court of the Blue Revue," "Planetary Alert," "Island Spice," "South o' the Border," "The Old World Afar," "African Musicale," and "The American Way." Mrs. Alice Dunn, teacher of dance classes at the Pine Street Branch YWCA, assisted the Blue Revue committee in training the dancers. She also appeared as a soloist in several of the numbers. Soror Mabel Booker was general chairman of the show. She was assisted by Sorors Lott, Parker, Blair, Collins and Stevens.
Cinderella Ball Four high school girls vied for the honor of "Miss
Cinderella" 1960. This project was sponsored by Beta Tau Zeta to raise funds for the scholarship committee. Five young ladies (seniors) in the city will be recipients of the scholarship of $100.00 each this year. The Cinderella contest culminated with a "Cinderella Ball" March 25. At this time a special "skit" of Cinderella's rise to fame was presented for the pleasure of the winners. Invitations for the "ball" were extended to guests of the contestants and Amicette friends. PAGE FIFTY-SEVEN
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OUR NEW NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 1734 New Hampshire Avenue, Washington, D. C. Our dream-The Zeta House-is about to come true. The building shown above will soon become our National Headquarters! It is red brick, decorated with gray stone. It has three stories and a basement. The first floor contains approximately 5,000 square feet of usable space, including an entrance vestibule, a double staircase with a mezzanine balcony overlooking the master ballroom, two large parlors, two fireplaces, a powder room, large dining room and a large sun parlor. The floors are parquet. The second floor consists of a library or conference room (25 feet by 18 feet) and five other large rooms. There are also two halls and two and a half bathrooms. The third floor contains ten bedrooms, one storage room, two halls and two and a half bathrooms. A complete massive recreation room, kitchen and dumb-waiter which services the dining room, a powder room, men's lounge and several storage rooms, make up the basement. PAGE FIFTY-EIGHT
Other features include a rathskeller room and patio leading from the recreation room, a four-car garage, iron door, Jot containing 6,000 square feet and two large parking lots close by. It is accessible to the entire city and within walking distance to the White House. Our great need now is to furnish the building. To this end, I am asking that each region take at least one room as its project. Already, Soror Esther Peyton and the Life Members have pledged. to furnish a room. Wouldn't other sorors like to dedicate a room to a loved one and help Zeta at the same time. Just think what a wonderful memorial that would be. I am asking that the Trustee Board and the Regional Directors head up the drive to furnish the building and I know that every Zeta will give her full support. Let's get our Zeta House ready for Christmas and our 40th Anniversary Retreat. MAY, 1960-THE ARCHON
CHAPTER DIRECTORY UNDERGRADUATE ALPHA-Joan l. Williams, Box 324, Administration Bldg., Howard University, Washington, D.C. BETA-Barbara J, Cato, 517 W. Princeton Ave., College Park, Georgia. GAMMA - Sandra Broadus, Room 202 Truth House, Morgan State College, Baltimore, Md. DELTA-Velma Butler, 801 Nevada St., San Antonio, Texas.
EPSILON-Tenesa Johnson, 68 East 117 St., New York 31, N.Y. ZETA-Edna M. McSwain, Rt. 3, Box 19, Richton, Mississippi. ETA-Dorothy Hightower, 2917 B Pierce Dr., Philadelphia, Pa. THETA-Clara Robertson, Wiley College, Marshall, Texas.
IOTA-Bonnie Rembert, Talladega College, Talladega, Ala. KAPPA-Grace Ervin, Johnson C. Smith Univ., Charlol!e, N. C. LAMBDA-Carrie E. R. Grady, Allen University, Columbia, S. C. MU-Mozelle Williams, c/o A. S. Worthy, Claflin College, Orangeburg, S. C. NU-Bertha B. Balley, 2408 E. Clay St., Richmond, Virginia.
XI-Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, Ohio. OMICRON-Lela Hankins, 111 Shaw Hall, Shaw Univ., Raleigh, N. C. Pl-Rose Mary Marlin, 1517 Exeter Ave., Knoxville College, Knoxville, Tenn. RHO-Willie E. Williams, 1405 W. Grand, Marshall, Texas. SIGMA-Clarice Jones, Livingston College, Salisburg, N. C. TAU-C. J. Jarrell, 2123 Pulaski, Philander Smith College, Little Rock, Ark. UPSILON PSI-Evelyn Andrews, Clark College, Atlanta, Ga. CHI-Janel Oliver, Cheney Stale College, Cheney, Pa. PHI-Katherine Smith, Box 3S10, Va. State College, Petersburg, Va. OMEGA-Nora Lamb, Winston Salem Teachers College, c/o Susie HIiiiard, 1208 N. Cameron Ave., State Teachers Col., Winston Salem, N. C. ALPHA ALPHA-LIiiie Jonos, 6118 So. Ada St., Chicago 15, Ill.
BETA ALPHA-Jacqueline Smith, Southern Univ., Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
GAMMA ALPHA-Annette McCollough, c/o Irene Matthews, Box 210, Unit A. Florida A & M, Tallahassee, Florida. DELTA ALPHA-Versia Lacey, Texas College, Tyler, Texas. EPSILON ALPHA-Tommie M. Allen, Tenn. State Univ., Nashville, Tenn. ZETA ALPHA-Sudie 8. Mun, A & T College, 213 Curtis Hall, Greensboro, N. C. ETA ALPHA-Kentucky Stale Col., Frankfort, Ky. THETA ALPHA-Patricia Bell, 70 Harvard, West Medford, Mass. IOTA ALPHA-Naritha Jackson, Fla. N & I Col., St. Augustine, Fla. KAPPA ALPHA-Brenda Williams, 3013 Channing St. N.E., Washington, D.C. LAMBDA ALPHA-Phoebe Hall, c/o Rosa Jenkins, Langston Univ., Langston, Okla. MU ALPHA-Bluefield State, Teachers College, Bluefield, W. Va. NU ALPHA-Hugh Dell Barnell, 782 Granville Drive, Texas Southern Univ., Houston, Texas.
XI ALPHA-Mildred McClenan, 5129 - 2nd Ave., Los Angeles, Calif. OMICRON ALPHA-Wichita, Kansas. Pl ALPHA-Marvelle Folsome, 700 Tate St., Lemoyne Col., Memphis, Tenn. RHO ALPHA-A. H. Cheatham, Box 183, Hampton Institute, Hampton, Va.
SIGMA ALPHA TAU ALPHA-Berverly Wead Blacklurn, 2128 Wirt, Omaha, Nebr. UPSILON ALPHA-Joyce J. Smith, 1620 E. 7th St., (Tillotson-Huston) Austin, Texas. PHI ALPHA - Yvonne Butcher, 5124 Palm, St. Louis, Mo.
CHI ALPHA-Evelyn Ellerbe, 110 Wetherspoon SI., Princeton, N. J. PSI ALPHA-Mary E. Lloyd, New Girls' Dorm, State College, Orangeburg, S. C. OMEGA ALPHA ALPHA BETA-Betty Ann Jacques, Alice Wilson, c/o 2124 S. Anthony St., Dillard Univ., New Orleans, La.
BETA BETA-Lorene Morgan, Arkansas State Col., Pine Bluff, Ark. GAMMA BETA-Anita Williams, 515 E. 11th SI., Oakland, Calif. DELTA BETA - Betty Moore, 111 Timalty Rd., Athens, Georgia. EPSILON BETA - Mary Hall, 1215 Thurmon St., Montgomery, Ala. ZETA BETA ETA BETA-Princess Anne, Md. THETA BETA-Nancy Guyton, Tan!um Hall, Rm. 28, Tuskegee Inst., Ala. IOTA BETA-Florence Baltimore, 324 Hill Hall, W. Va. State Col., Inst. W. Va., Naomi Garrell (sponsorl. KAPPA BETA-Blondell Martin, 1314 Heida St., Benedict College, Columbia, S. C. LAMBDA BETA - Alice M. Conley, c/o 1201 Wilson Drive, Jackson, Miss. MU BETA-Bettye Horne, Bethune Cookman Col., Daytona Beach, Fla. NU BETA-Tougaloo College, Tougaloo, Miss. XI BETA OMICRON BETA-Shelia Hurd, 34 Jefferson Ave., Brooklyn 16, N.Y. Pl BETA-Mattie Ferd, P.O. Box 45, Albany State College, Albany, Ga. RHO BETA-Gwendolyn Keith, P.O. Box 373, Savannah State Col., Savannah, Ga. SIGMA BETA-Irene Steele, Ala. A & M College, Normal, Alabama. TAU BETA-Dorothy L. Smith, P.O. Box 36, Paul Quinn College, Waco, Texas. UPSILON BETA-c/o Augusta P. Dennis, P.O. Box 34, Monrovia, Liberia, West Coast, Africa. PHI BETA-Geraldine Perry, St. Augustine Col., Raleigh, N. C. CHI BETA-Beth Harrison, Central State College, Wilberforce, Ohio. PSI BETA-Delores Ferdinand, Grambling College, Grambling, La. OMEGA BETA-Christine Williams, State Teachers College, Fayetteville, North Carolina. ALPHA GAMMA-Peggy White, State Teachers Col., Elizabeth City, N. C. BETA GAMMA-c/o Lillian Marigny, 1109 E. 18th SI., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
GRADUATE ALPHA ZETA-Ruth Cleaver, 1233 W. Lafayel!c, Baltimore, Md. BETA ZETA-Mary R. Reid, 441 • 21st St., N.E., Washington, D.C. GAMMA ZETA-Thaddena F. Boone, 79 Spring St. Chas. Heights, S. C. DELTA ZETA-Millie Murphy Liston, 1441 Waddell St., Charlotte, North Carolina. EPSILON ZETA-Ola Adams, Morris Brawn College, Atlanta, Ga. ZETA ZETA-Barbara McDougal, 4500 Forrestville, Chicago, Ill. ETA ZETA-Grace Young, 1110 So. 26 St., Louisville, Ky. THETA ZETA-Beatrice Temple, Box 466, North Fork, W. Va. IOTA ZETA-Ruby Jordan, 3226 N. Capital, Indianapolis, Ind. KAPPA ZETA-Birdie Anderson, 3702 Dunbar, Dallas, Texa1. LAMBDA ZETA-Hazel Routte, 3521 Rosalie, Houston, Te)(as.
MU ZETA-I. M. Horoon, 805 N. 27 St., Baton Rouge, La. NU ZETA - Gladys F. Wood, P.O. Box 1362, Knoxville, Tonn. XI ZETA-Beatrice Coop r, 4216 San Francl1eo, St. Louis 1 S, Mo. OMICRON ZETA-Paulin W. Young, 125 So. Tarboro Rd., Ralolgh, N. C.
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Pl ZETA-Tommie M. Allen, 517 31 Ave. No., Nashville, Tenn. RHO ZETA-Susie Hilliard, 1208 N. Cameron, Winston-Salem, N. C. SIGMA ZETA-Maxine Weeb, 1841 N. Madison, Wichita, Kansas. TAU ZETA-Olivia Robinson, Box 411, Quincy, Florida. UPSILON ZETA-Minnie lee Shaw, 1200 Barney SI., Marshall, Texas. PHI ZETA-Mattie C. Taylor, 313 Clark St., Henderson, N. C. CHI ZETA-Clara Luper, 1819 N. E. Park Place, Oklahoma City, Okla. PSI ZETA-Bennie Jenkins, 5632 lester Granger Dr., Fort Worth, Texas. OMEGA ZETA-Christene Payne, 609 - 8th St., Roanoke, Va. ALPHA ALPHA ZETA-Augusta White, 704 Cometary, Salisbury, N. C. ALPHA GAMMA ZETA-Rosemary C. Smith, Roule 1, Box 381, Chalmetto, La. ALPHA DELTA ZETA-Ha1ol Jones, 144 E. Bell S!., Jackson, Miss. ALPHA EPSILON ZETA-Mabel H. Street, 3333 Monroo, K.C., Mo. ALPHA ZETA ZETA - Allee Hyman, Box 155, Scarboro, W. Va. ALPHA ETA ZETA-Zorotta H. Kateo, 631 Mississippi Blvd., Memphis, Tennessee. ALPHA THETA ZETA - Ella W. Fisher, 518 W. Honry, Savannah, Ga,
ALPHA IOTA ZETA-Dorothy DeWitty, 2415 N. Wheeling, Tulsa, Okla. ALPHA KAPPA ZETA-Gertrude Britton, 1613 Elmira Rd., Austin, Texas.
ALPHA LAMBDA ZETA-Dovie L. Smith, 1701 Pickens Ave., Muskogee, Okla. ALPHA MU ZETA-Essie W. Conway, 1868 Ringo St., little Rock, Ark. ALPHA NU ZETA-Forrestlne Taylor, 1301 E. McLogan, Okmulgee, Okla. ALPHA XI ETA-Jewel Greshman, P.O. Box 826, Tuskegee Inst., Alabama. ALPHA OMICRON ZETA-Verona Middleton, 711 Gaff Ave., Oran9ebur9, S. C. ALPHA Pl ZETA-Velma Blair, 215 Paul St., San Antonio, Texas.
ALPHA RHO ZETA-Zelia S. Evans, 1433 Cleveland Ave., Montgomery, Ala. ALPHA SIGMA ZETA-Ludie P. Dowdell, I 844 Steiner Ave., S. W. Birmingham, Ala. ALPHA TAU ZETA-Mable T. Jennings, 1604 ½ 35th Street, Galveston, Texas. ALPHA UPSILON ZETA-Christene Knowles, Fla. A. & M. Univ., Tallah•ssee, Fla. ALPHA PHI ZETA-Edith R. Jackson, 626 N. 4th St., Richmond, Va. ALPHA CHI ZETA - Audrey Como, 73S Devillencuve, Beaumont, Texas.
ALPHA PSI ZETA-Nellie Render, 4820 1/2 McKinley, Los Angeles, California.
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ALPHA OMEGA ZETA-Mary Goode, 1196 Melville St., Petersburg, Va. BETA ALPHA ZETA-Ella L. Jones, 1449 Evergreen Ave., Jeeksenvllle, Fla. BETA BETA ZETA-Alberta Stevenson, 904 Oak sr., Columbia, S. C. BETA GAMMA ZETA-Henrietta M. Floyd, Kimberly, W. Va. BETA DELTA ZETA-Sadalia Gaines, 2131 W. Master St., Philadelphia, Pa. BETA EPSILON ETA-Julia G. Simon, 1411 Gary St., Shreveport, La. BETA ZETA ZETA-Phyllis Gaston, 6305 Sierra St., Cindnnati, Ohio. BETA ETA ZETA-Evelyn Mims, 2618 - 14th St., Tuscaloosa, Ala. BETA THETA ZETA - Edna Powell, 124 Filber!, Norfolk, Va. BETA IOTA ZETA-Camille Roby, 255 W. Marquette Rd., Chicago, Ill. BETA KAPPA ZETA-Annie Lee Young, 1623 St. John, lake Charles, La. BETA LAMBDA ZETA - Nellie Stitt, 56 Blanton Street, Asheville, N. C. BETA MU ZETA - Dora R. Humphrey, Box 315, Dal las, Texas. BETA NU ZETA-Odessa Harris, 140 N. Dudley St., Greensboro, N. C. BETA XI ZETA-Ruth Johnson, Box 296, Ocean Springs, Mi,s. BETA OMICRON ZETA-Ethel Nelson, 2106 Oakman Blvd., Detroit, Michigan. BETA Pl ZETA-Helen Nelson, Manning, S. C. BETA RHO ZETA-Marian Bryant, P.O. Box 258, Fort Valley, Ga. BETA SIGMA ZETA-Erma Rodriguet, 2217 Mallory Ave., Tampa 5, Fla. BETA TAU ZETA-lne1 Foster, 16131 N.W. 17 Pl., Miami 36, Fla. BETA UPSILON ZETA-Gussie McMillon, 702 E. Newlon St., Dothan, Ala. BETA PHI ZETA-Flora Mack, P.O. Box 56, Me• ridian, Okla. BETA CHI ZETA-Josephine Sharpe, 903½ Cenleral Ave., Chesler, Pa. BETA PSI ZETA-Edmae Swain, 172 8 Lake St., Omaha, Nebraska. BETA OMEGA ZETA-Susie Ellis, 610 Lincoln Ave., Albany, Ga. GAMMA ALPHA ZETA-Emily Hicks, 3045 Washington St., Corpus Christi, Texas. GAMMA BETA ZETA-Matilda Buchanan, 530 E. Washington St., Brookhasen, Miu. GAMMA GAMMA ZETA-Wayne Reynolds, 413 12th St., N, Columbus, Miu. GAMMA DELTA ZETA - Evelyn Jackson, 12705 Union Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. GAMMA EPSILON ZETA-Emerline Hawkins, 63 Chestnut St., Concord, North Carolina. GAMMA ZETA ZETA - Evelyn Robinson, 3109 Southfield Drive, Columbus, Ohio. GAMMA ET A ZETA Lapsley, Selma, Ala.
Maurine J. Little,
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GAMMA KAPPA ZETA-Helen McNeal, 2224 W. 12th St., Texarkana, Texas. GAMMA LAMBDA ZETA-Edna Mae Hooks, P.O. Box 1046, Oiimono, Fla. GAMMA RHO ZETA-Julia Webb, P.O. Box 472, Palmetto, Florida. GAMMA SIGMA ZETA-Pearline Martin, 1932 B. Northwest 15th St., Amarillo, Texas. GAMMA TAU ZETA-Gertrude J. Jocksen, 510 E. Fisher SI., Pensacola, Florida. GAMMA UPSILON ZETA-Mae R. Williams, 1633 Seabrook Rd., Fayetteville, North Carolina. GAMMA PHI ZETA-Gladys Hamilton, 810 - 8th Ave., Barlow, Florida. GAMMA CHI ZETA-Paulire Neblett, 1320 So. Montgomery, Sherman, Texas. GAMMA PSI ZETA-America V. H. Haynes, 517 So. 13th St., Temple, Texas. GAMMA OMEGA ZETA - Vestophia Gunnells, 4620 Eli St., Hou,ton, Texas. DELTA ALPHA ZETA - Almira K. Coursey, 417 Monroe St., Brooklyn 21, New York. DELTA BETA ZETA - Rhoda C. Berry, 11 B-32 192 sr., St. Albans, New York. DELTA GAMMA ZETA-Margaret Reeder, 2124 E. Parkway Or., Phoenix, Arlxona. DELTA DELTA ZETA-Mabel Schine, 114 Ward St.,
San Francisco, California. DELTA EPSILON ZETA-Pancheta tevanity, 922 Eleventh St., Wes! Palm Beach, Florida. DELTA ZETA ZETA-Alice Barnes, 601 Hill Rd., Landover, Moryland. DELTA ETA ZETA-Ellyn F. Walters, 901 N.W. 5th St., Fort Lauderda I e, Florida. DEL TA THETA ZETA-Ruth P. Powell, 304 Cuba St., Mobile, Alabama. DELTA IOTA ZETA-Augusta P. Dennis, P.O. Box, Monrovia, Liberia, West Coast, Africa. DELTA KAPPA ZETA-Mytrolene Grays, 825 Fairview St., Highpoint, North Carolina. DELTA LAMBDA ZETA-Flora Mathis, 107 • 7th St., Tifton, Georgia. DELTA MU ZETA-Jacqueline Simpson, 500 W. 140th St., New York, New York. DELTA NU ZETA-Estell G. Young, 1412 • 34th St., Meridian, Mississippi. DELTA XI ZETA-Laura Bloodworth, 898 Raymond St., Akron, Ohio. DELTA OMICRON ZETA - Barbara Dawson, 38 Abbotsford St., Roxbury 21, Mass. DELTA Pl ZETA-Gladys L. Ruffin, P.O. Box 365, Wlndson, North Carolina. DELTA RHO ZETA-Portsmouth, Virginia. DELTA SIGMA ZETA - Ann McGhee, (A. Quinn Jones School) 1034 S.E. 12th St., Gainsville, Florida. DELTA TAU ZETA-Hallie Miller, RI. 3, Box 17A, Kingstree, South Carolina. DELTA UPSILON ZETA-Ola G. McClain, 822 Dawson St., Waco, Texas. DELTA PHI ZETA-Willye Dasher, 541 liscum Dr., Dayton, 0 hi o.
EPSILON ALPHA ZETA - Clora Carr, 1213 So. Trenton, Ruston, Louisiana. EPSILON BETA ZETA - Elitabeth Barkley, 723 Laura, Plant City, Florida. EPSILON GAMMA ZETA-Lucille Quinlchette, P.O. Box 165, Pinetops, North Carolina. EPSILON DELTA ZETA-Juanita Nicholson, 1527 Texas Ave., Port Arthur, Texas. EPSILON EPSILON ZETA-Mattie McDonald, 815 Hankins Circle, Orlando, Fla. EPSILON ZETA ZETA-Vhaneu D. Henderson, 121 No. Oak St., Pine Bluff, Arkansas. EPSILON ETA ZETA-Erma L. Abercrombie, Box 30 Girard Station, Phoenix City, Alabama. EPSILON THETA ZETA-Grace Harris, 120 Douglas Ave., Frankfort, Kentucky. EPSILON IOTA ZETA-Bernice Barton, 204 Birdwel I St., Greenvi lie, South Caroli no. EPSILON KAPPA ZETA-Ada Marie Palmer, 1722 Taylor St., Lynchburg, Virginia. EPSILON LAMBDA ZETA - Lucelistine Wilson, Prairie View A&M College, Prairie View, Texas. EPSILON MU ZETA-Ruth Laramore, 527 • 3rd St., N.W., Moultrie, Georgia. EPSILON MU ZETA - Margaret C. Ward, 1010 Ferguson Ave., Leesburg, Florida. EPSILON XI ZETA-Evelyn Ellerbe, 110 Witherspoon SI., Princeton, New Jersey. EPSILON OMICRON ZETA-Alma 28th St., Seatlle, Washington.
Gentry,
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EPSILON Pl ZETA-Ruth Johnson, Ave., E. Gadsden, Alabama.
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EPSILON RHO ZETA-Hannah Hall, 16th St., Wilmington, Delaware.
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EPSILON SIGMA ZETA - Lessie Roberts, Bladen Central High School, Elizabethtown, N. C. EPSILON TAU ZETA-Gwendolyn Earl, 574 Clinton St., Macon, Georgia. EPSILON UPSILON ZETA-Fayte Harris Fox, 115 Jackson St., Talladega, Alabama. EPSILON PHI ZETA-Beatrice Manuel, 1640 Derby St., Berkeley, California. EPSILON CHI ZETA-Ann Flowers, 1024 W. Sumter St., Florence, South Carolina. EPSILON PSI ZETA-Odessa Daniels, 244 Mineral Ave., Greenwood, South Carolina. EPSILON OMEGA ZETA-Anita Anderson, Cedar St., Coatesville, Pennsylvania.
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ZETA ALPHA ZETA-Ann H. Ray, 433 Ohio St., Lexington, Kentucky. ZETA BETA ZETA-Frances Faithful, 825 E. Seventh St., Flint, Michigan. ZETA GAMMA ZETA-Inez Haywood, 2608 • 15th Ave. So., St. Petersburg, Florida. ZETA DELTA ZETA-Estella Hall, 421 Moorestown, Now Jersey.
N. Church,
GAMMA MU ZETA-Margaret Smith, 141 Street, Spartanburg, S.C.
Smith
GAMMA NU ZETA-Inez S. Brooks, 1138 Boring Stroot, Camden, N.J.
DELTA CHI ZETA-Institute, West Virginia.
GAMMA THETA ZETA-Helen Todd, P.O. Box 88, Opelika, Ala.
DELTA PSI ZETA-Louise Prater, 206 N. 3rd St.,
GAMMA IOTA ZETA-Loui,e Jones, 2114 Delano Drive, Chattanooga1 Tenn.
DELTA OMEGA ZETA - Rosella P. Adams, 107 Hammond, Ave., Huntsville, Alabama.
GAMMA XI ZETA-Mary V. Denson, 230 Goorgo Street, Marlin, Texas.
0 range, Texas.
GAMMA PHI ZETA-Gertrude Jeter, 110 Carlisle Terrace, Plainfield, New Jersey.
ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY. INC. Founded in 1920 By MYRTLE TYLER FAITHFUl
PEARL NEAL
VIOLA TYLER GOINGS
ARIZONA CLEAVER STEMONS FANNIE PETTIE WATTS
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THE ARCHON
NATIONAL APPOINTMENTS CATHERINE .JONES, Director of Public Relations, 158-25 - 72nd Ave., Flushing, New York. IRMA THOMPSON, Director of Nauonal Project, 1321 - 29th Street, Newport News, Virginia. SUSJE HlLLIARD, Boule Marshal, 1208 Cameron Str eer, Winston
Salem, North Carolina. ENOLA MITCHELL, Director of Blue Revue, 5231 Oakland Ave., Dallas, Texas.
DORA HUMPHREY, Director of Arnicac Affairs, Box 315, Dallas, Texas. OLA ADAMS, Director of Workshops, Morris Brown College, Atlanta, Ga. NANCY B. McGHEE, Ph.D., BARBARA MASON, Ph.D., ACHR Representatives. HELEN WATERFORD, Panhellenic Represen ta ti ve. MILDRED BUNTON, NCNW Representative.
WILLIE WHITTING, Resident Agent, 84 I E. 63rd Street, Chicago, Illinois. ESTHER PEYTON, Chairman of Life Members, 330 "T" Street N.W., Washington, D.C. ARIZONA STEMONS, IDA B. KING, MARION BAKER, LUCILLE MADRY and NANCY McGHEE, Ph.D., Constitution Committee.
NATIONAL HONORARY MEMBERS MILDRED BLOUNT 2559 - 1th Ave., Los A ngelcs, Calif. ELLA BELLE DA VIS 8Y Horton Ave., New Rochelle, N.Y. DR. SADIE P. DELANEY Tuskegee Institute, Alabama FRANCES EDWARDS 1621 N.E. Cn1n<l Blvd., Oklahoma City, Okla. DR. DEBORAH ELKINS Queens College, Flushing, N.Y. LILLIAN EVANT! 19 !5 Vermont Ave., i-.J.W., Washington, D.C. J. A. FOUNTAIN 212 Boulevard N.E., Atlanta, Ga. DIXIE BROOKS GILMER 1 1937 Prarie Ave., Chicago, III.
JULIA WEST HAM.ILT0N 320 You St., N.W., Washington, D.C. ABBIE CLEMENT JACKSON 2go3 W. Chestnut St., Louisville, Ky. DR. HILDA TABA San Francisco State College, San Francisco, Calif. ANNIE TURNBO MALONE (Deceased) DORCAS RUTHENBURG 2215 Bennycastle, Louisville, Ky. EDITH SAMPSON 310 E. 38th St., Chicago, Ill. ANTIONETTE TUBMAN Executive Mansion, Monrovia, Liberia. West Coast Africa BARBARA ANN WEBB 2117 Chenevert St., Houston, Texas
LIFE MEMBERS LILLIAN B. ADAIR, Houston, Texas PAULINE ALLEN, Columbus, Mississippi VIOLETTE ANDERSON (0), Chicago, Illinois GWENDOLYN ASHLEY, Winoton-Salem, N. C. COASTEST ABRAMS, Montgomery, Alabama EOLA LYONS BAKER, New Orleans, Louisiana CLEOPATRA BEDFORD, San Antonio, Texas HELEN D. BROOKS, Houston, Texas LOUVENIA BROWN, Selma, Alabama VELMA S. BUTLER, Son Antonio, Texas NELLIE BUCHANAN, Baltimore, Maryland ROXIE BYRD, Corpus Christi, Texas MARTHA BATCHELOR, West Chester, Pennsylvania LOUISE BATSON, Brooklyn, New York VELMA BLAIR, San Antonio, Texas MARY CARTER, Dallas, Texas RICHARD CHRISTIAN, Birmingham, Alabama ROWENA P. CLEVELAND, Selma, Alabama JULIA B. CRAFT, Washington, O.C. IDELLA COSTNER, Washington, O.C. LUCILLE G. COLEMAN, Jacksonville, Florida CARRIE DAY, Houston, Texas IZEAN DAVIDSON, Fort Worth, Toxas MARION DILLARD, Dallas, Toxas THEOOESSA DAVENPORT, Houston, Texas LILLIAN DOM IA, Los Ang I s, California GERALDINE ELLIOTT, Washington, D.C. MYRTLE TYLER FAITHFUL, Flushing, Ohio LltllAN FITZHUGH I DI, Washington, O.C. VIOLA TYLER GOINGS, Springfield, Ohio Emma C. GLYNN, Albany, California EMMA MARIE GILBERT, Austin, Texas ALICE RICKS GRANT, Philad lphla, Pennsylvania LOLA GREER, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma FANNIE GIVENS (0 I, Loulsvl/le, Kentucky KATHRYN S. GIBSON, Prolri View, Texas
SEDALIA GAINES, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ARQUILLA GARONER, Fort Worth, Texas LULLHIA HARRISON, Houston, Texas DOROTHY HERALD, Houston, Texas JULIA WEST HAMILTON 40 I, Washington, D.C. GLORIA L. HOBBS, Houston, Texas EVELYN B. HUNT, New Rochelle, New York MADGE PERRY HARPER, Orangeburg, S. C. BERNICE HICKS, Dallas, Texas SUSIE S. HILLIARD, Winston-Salem, N. C. LAURA HOOPER, Winston-Salem, N. C. EMILY HICKS, Corpus Christi, Texas GERTRUDE JIMSON, New Orleans, Louisiana BLANCHE JOHNSON, Prairie View, Texas SOJOURNER JACKSON, Washington, D.C. NINA JORDAN, Corpus Christi, Texas DANELLA JACOBS, Dallas, Texas ROSALIE KENNEDY, Washington, O.C. S. EVELYN LEWIS, Brooklyn, New York EDITH A. LYONS, Washington, O.C. NORA LOCKHART, Raleigh, North Carolina FLORENCE LAWS, Washington, O.C. LUCILLE McGAUGHEY, Dallas, Texas NANCY B. McGHEE, Hampton, Virginia LEOLA MILES, Louisville, Kentucky SUSIE MILES, Washington, O.C. ENOLA MITCHELL, Dallas, Texas BERNELL MAHAFFEY, Raleigh, North Carolina NAOMI MASON, Lo, Angeles, Calif. JOSIE R. MORRIS, Houston, Texas MYRTLE McGOWAN, Houston, Texas DEL MOORE, Omaha, Nebraska PEARL NEAL, Charlotto, North Caroll no ESTHER C. PEYTON, Washington, D.C. DELLA J. PHILLIPS, Austin, Texas
ALL YE FAYE PITTS, Corpus Christi, Texas ALCLAIR PLEASANT, Corpus Christi, Texas MARY POWELL, Berkeley, California INEZ RICKS, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania LELA RICKS, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania LUCINDA ROBEY, Birmingham, Alabama JAYNE ROBINSON, Houston, Texas LILLIE A. ROSS, Baltimore, Maryland ADA M. ROGERS, Lo, Angeles, California JOANNA H. RANSOM, Brooklyn, New York ALICE ROYE, Darby, Pennsylvania ARIZONA C. STEMONS, Philadelphia, Penn. LOU SWARZ, New York, New Yark MARION SHANNON, Miami, Florida OZORA W. SHELL, Starke, Florida RUTH TAPPE SCRUGGS, Buffalo, New York EM.MA T. SLATER, Selma, Alabama JOSEPHINE SMITH, Washington, D.C. SUSIE U. SIMMOMS, West Charleston, S. C. ANNA BELLE SPENCER, S~ermon, Texas ELLA MAE SWANN, Dallas, Texas NELLIE V. TATUM, Beaumont, Texas AUGUSTA B. TURNER, New Rochelle, New York FLEETA THOMAS, Fort Worth, Texas FANNIE PETTIE WATTS, Brooklyn, New York GLADYS WARRINGTON, Philadelphia, Penn. JOSIE WASHINGTON, Dallas, Texas THELMA S. WELLS, Houston, Texas C. DESSELLE WALWYN, Yazoo, Mississippi LILLIAN WEBB, Baltimore, Maryland NAOMI WILLIAMS, Berkeley, California GERTRUDE WILLIAMS, Berkeley, California EDNA MAE WALLACE, Houston, Texas FAIRRILLA E. WHITE, Houston, Texas lUCELISTINE WILSON, Prairie View, Texas . ••v
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Isabel H. Herson 805 North 27th St. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
BUlK RATE U.S. POSTAGE
PAID Permit No 571 Berkeley, California
Mrs. Isabel M. Herson 1827 79th Avenue Baton Rouge. LA 70807 , '\'
THE WHITE HOUSE NATIONAL YOUTH FITNESS WEEK, 1960 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED S1'ATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMA TJON WHEREAS the fitness of our young peopl~ as essenttal to the strexgtlc and progress of our Nation; and WHEREAS we must always strive to improve the well-being of our youtl by determiud and coordinated efforts in tllsfr areas of learmll l, wori, play and malter3 of tlce spirit; t111d WHEREAS, .,_ tlNs cltallenging ICIO'Yl.d, frrmgld IClitlc peril on evn-y
side, tt is imperative tltat OllT yowig people recogtdz.e t~r obligaHcns to themselves, to tlceir families, and to all of ws, in order to prepare tllsmselves for lives of saHsjyi,,g and usefal citi.ienslap; and WHEREAS tlte President's Council on Youtll Fitness has recommended tltat tlce weell beginning May l, 1960, be designated as Natumal Youtll Fitness Weell: NOW, THEREFORE, I, DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER, Pre8'denl of Ille Umted States of Ammca, do llereby proclaim tlte 11Jeei begiffffffl6 May l, 1960, as NaHonal Youth Fitness Week. I request officials of the Government, and I urge parents, yotml/ people, and interested national cvid local orgrmi1:ations, to use all a/)t,ropriate means now and during tltat week to promote programr; and actlviHes demonstrating the importance of youlhfitness to tlls end that we may asswre tlce rortlinuing strength and well-being of our people.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have Jcer•unto set my hand and caused Ille Seal of tlce Umled States of America ta be affixed. IXJNE at the City of Was~ngton this tenth day of September "' IM year of our Lord ,nneteen hundred (SEAL) and ftfty-nane, and of the /ndepender&cl of the United States of America tlls 01te lrundred and eigllly-fowrtlc. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER
By the Prt1sidenl: DOUGLAS DILLON
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