The SPHINX | Fall October 1932 | Volume 18 | Number 3 193201803 by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity

Official Alpha Phi Alpha Directory Officers PRESIDENT, Dr. Charles H. Wesley, Howard University, Washington, D. C. FIRST

VICE-PRESIDENT, C h a r l e s W Greene, 304 Griffin St., N. W., Atlanta, Ga.

SECRETARY, Joseph H. B. Evans, 101 8 St., N. W., Washington, D. C. TREASURER, Perclval R. Piper. 18032 Wexford Ave.. Detroit, Mich.

SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT, William Warrick Cardozo. Box 3084, Ohio State University Station, Columbus, Ohio.

SPHINX EDITOR, P. Bernard Young Jr 719 E. Olney Road. Norfolk, Va!

THIRD VICE-PRESIDENT, Thomas H Henderson, 1607 Brook Road. Richmond,

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION, Matthew E Carroll, 310 Twelfth Ave., S. E Minneapolis, Minn.

f f S r f T t ^ I l e r , e t h e a d d r e s s e s of chapter officers listed below are the same, the address is given in only one Instance ) ALPHA, Cornell University. Ithaca N YSec'y., w . L. Thomas, 504 S. Plain

TAU, University of Illinois, Champaign. 111.; Pres., George Nesbitt; Sec'y., James Morton, Jr., 602 E. Clark St.

St.

BETA

Howard University, Washington, D C , Pres., Julian O. Blanche, 1917 W am

K b u ^ * "* *°>"

GAMMA, Union University, Richmond Va • Pres., Allen R. Robinson; Sec'y w H. Quarles. 743 N. 5th St. DELTA. Montreal. Canada. Inactive. •PSILON, University of Michigan. Ann Ar-

??£.

^,:

Pr 8

l -'

Walter

Hlnes.

1103 E. Huron St.; Sec'y., Paul Hickman. BETA, Yale University, New Haven, Conn • Pres Dr. R. S. Fleming, 216 Dwlght St.; Sec'y.. 100 Dlpwell Ave. ETA, New York City College, Columbia University, New York University, New York City; Pres., J. Barksdale Brown, 66 St. Nicholas Place; Sec'y Charles Dallas. 273 W. 138th St. THETA, Chicago, 111.; p r e s . , Sidney A Jones., Jr., 155 N. Clark St.; Sec'y.' Nelson Woodley, 622 E. 51st St. IOTA, Syracuse, Syracuse. N. Y.; Inactive. ^ P * " 4 - ° h i ° S t a t e University. Columbus ? « ° i , P r e s - H e r m a n H. Harrison. e:: Sec w «7v.,. h121 „ A v 15th ' y - Raymond W. White. Ave. MU. St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minn.; Pres A™ =; L a w r e n c e . 556 St. Anthony Ave.. St. Paul; Sec'y., Henry Von Avery, 1705 Seventh St., S. E , Minneapolis. NU, Lincoln University, Lincoln University Pa.; Pres., F. Laurence Templeton;' Secy., Sterling Maupin. XI,

Wllberforce University, Wllberforce, Ohio; Pres.. James A. Irving; Cor Sec'y., Marion Foster.

OMICRON, Pittsburgh. Pa.; (University of Pittsburgh. Carnegie Tech., Duquesne University); Pres., Walter R. Talbot. 5635 Mignonette St.: Secy., Henry A Bridges, 627 Chauncey Street. PI. Cleveland, Ohio; Western Reserve University, Case School of Applied Science, John Carroll University Cleveland College, Baldwin-Wallace College, Oberlln College, Hiram CollegePres., Creed F. Ward, 2159 E. 46tri St.; Sec'y., Maurice F. Gleason. 6007 Outhwaite Ave. RHO, Philadelphia, Pa.: Pres., Dr W F Jerrlck, 1843 Christian St.; Cor' Secy., Dr. O. Wilson Winters, 28 Curren Arcade. Norrlstown, Pa. SIGMA, Boston, Mass.; Pres., William Knox, 56 Prince St., Cambridge, Mass.; Sec'y., Joseph Keeble, Jr., 18 Westcott St., Dorchester, Mass.

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, lay members: D r B. Andrew Rose, 402 S. Bank St., Dayton, Ohio; William N. Lovelace, 845 Rockdale Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio; William S. Randolph, 2168 E. 30th Bt.. Cleveland, Ohio; Dr. H. A. Callis, Howard University, Washington, uC ; Charles H. Chapman. Florida A. M. College, Tallahassee, FH-: George B. Kelley, l-113th St., Troy, N. Y-. Nathaniel A. Murray, 150 You ov, N. W., Washington, D. C ; Robert » Ogle, 1721 Tea St., N. W . WasMng" ton, D. C ; Vertner W. Tandy, <*•" West 139th St., New York City.

CHAPTERS

UPSILON, University of Kansas, Lawrence Kan.; Pres., Dan C. Matthews; Sec'y ' Elmer C. Jackson, 1101 Mississippi r r Street. PHI, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio- Pres Charles Clarke, Alpha Phi Alpha' House; Sec'y., Marcus Hall. CHI, Meharry Medical College, Nashville Tenn.; Pres., George H. Evans; Sec'y ' Bascomb S. Waugh, 1017 Sixteenth Ave., N. PSI, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa.; Pres., Lewis Tanner Moore 716 S. 19th St.; Sec'y., Alton Berry.' ALPHA ALPHA, Cincinnati, Ohio- Pres R P. McClain, 912 W. 7th St.; Sec'v ' John Fleming, 305 Laurel St. ALPHA BETA, Talladega College. Ala.; Pres.. Harold Logan; Secy., Herbert Denton. ALPHA GAMMA, Providence, R. I.; inactive. ALPHA DELTA Los Angeles, Cal.; Pres.. Calyin Edwards, 1303 E. 28th Street; Sec y. Hugh Beaty. 1523 E. 45th St. ALPHA EPSILON, Berkeley, Cal • Pres Byron Rumford, 1154 Ashbury S t " San Francisco, Cal.; Sec'y., Clay M Wilson, 1128 Eighth St., Oakland, Cal. ALPHA ZETA, West Virginia State College Institute, W. Va.; Pres., Clinton Jackson; Sec'y., Durall Booker. ALPHA ETA, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.; inactive. ALPHA THETA, State University of Iowa Iowa City, la.; Pres.. Roscoe L. Barrett; Se<fy„ Charles B. Ware. 818 S. Dubuque St. ALPHA IOTA, Denver, Colo- Pres Tnhn Waller. 2606 Gilpin S t , ' Z ^ Jam* G. Adams, Jr., 200 University Blvd. ALPHA KAPPA, Springfield, Mass.; Sprtnefle d College, Amherst College. Bates Co ege, Bowdoln College, Dartmouth College, University of New Hampshire, University of Vermont, Wesleyan University, Williams CollegePres.. Ernest Wyatte Knox- Sec'v' Ernest Dawson, Box 128, Springfield ALPHA MU. Northwestern University Evanston, 111.; Pres., Daniel B. Owlngs, 1014 Emerson St.; Sec'y., William C. Pyant. ALPHA NU, Drake University. Des Moines Iowa; Pres.. Chas. P. Howard. 515 Mulberry St. ALPHA XI, Marquette University, Milwaukee, Wis.: inactive. ALPHA OMICRON, Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, N. C ; Pres., J Leslie Hollowell; Sec, John B. ThomDK son.

ALPHA PI, Atlanta University, Atlanta. G8Sec'y, A. W. Brown, 164 Chestnut »>••• S. W. ALPHA RHO, Morehouse College. Atlanta, Ga.; Pres., Milton J. White; SecyMarlon I. Cablness. ALPHA SIGMA, Wiley College, Marshall. Texas; Pres., Willie Comb; SecyWlllard G. Dickerson. ALPHA TAU, Akron, Ohio; Pres., Henry C. Sparks, 721 Euclid Ave.; Secy.. Robert E. Black, 429 Windsor St. ALPHA UPSILON, Detroit, Mich.: (CW College of Detroit, University of Detroit, Detroit College of Law, and Detroit College of Medicine); P r e s . . 1 ; R. Solomon, 6027 Beechwood **•• Secy., T. C. Hollis. 6620 Scotten Ave. ALPHA PHI, Clark University, Atlanta, Ga.; Pres., Booker T. Carraway; SecySamuel F. Howell. ALPHA CHI. Flsk University, Nashville. Tenn.; Pres., Julius C. Brown; Secy. William H. Reeves, Flsk Univ. ALPHA PSI, Lincoln University. JefTersoD City, Mo.; Pres., Nathaniel G Freeman: Sec'y., John Turner. BETA ALPHA, Morgan College, Baltimore. Md.; Pres., Rufus E. Hackett; Secy. Ollle T. Daly. BETA BETA, University of Nebraska, L ' n ' coin, Neb.; Pres., Arnold Walker, »*° N. 25th St.; Sec'y., P. M. E. HillBETA GAMMA, Virginia State College, Bttrlcks, Va.; Pres.. Stephen E. Howe. Cor. Sec'y.. J o h n H. Pittman. BETA DELTA, South Carolina State College, Orangeburg, S. C.i Pres., George McFall; Sec'y., Elmo J. Watkins. BETA EPSILON, A. and T. College, Greensboro, N. C ; Pres.. T. W. Washing*.011' Sec'y., C. W. Williamson. BETA ZETA, Sam Houston College, Austin Texas; Pres.. Jerry Bell; Sec'y. J ° n B Warren. CHI LAMBDA. Wllberforce. Ohio: Pres. J Aubrey Lane; Sec'y. T C Carter. BETA ETA, Columbia, S. C. BETA THETA, Bluefleld State TeacherJ 8 College, Bluefleld, W. Va.; P i e s . Kermit Hall; Sec'y., Edward Carter. BETA IOTA, Durham, N. C. BETA KAPPA, Langston University. WE JI U* [ " ton, Okla.; Pres., James R. ' Sec'y.. Luther W. Elliott. Box 189. BETA MU, Frankfort, Ky. BETA NU, Florida A. and M. College, Tallahassee, Fla. ALPHA LAMBDA, Louisville, Ky.; Pres.. ^ H. Banks; Sec'y., Lee L. Brown, 101* W. Chestnut St. (Continued on Inside Back Cover 1

Stye g>taii October, 1932

Volume 18

No. 3

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF P.

BERNARD YOUNG, J R .

719 East Olney Road, Norfolk,

EDITORIAL

Va.

BOARD

IVAN EARLE TAYLOR

New York CARL J.

City

MURPHY

Baltimore, G. A.

Md.

STEWART

Columbus, Ohio CHESTER L. WASHINGTON

Pittsburgh, WILLIAM

Pa.

GIBSON

Baltimore,

Md.

ADVERTISING

MANAGER

HOWARD H.

MURPHY

6*8 N. Eutaw St., Baltimore, Md.

In This Issue Pan-Hellenic Council's Meeting

Alpha Scholarship Winners

Brother Gandy Goes To Europe The Negro and the Idea of God

3 4

Pan-Hellenic Council Photo

Are We Too Serious? Depression and Unemployment

6 7

Middle Western Regional Convention Is Exhortation Enough?

7 8

He's a Colorado First Eastern Regional Convention Two Valuable Experiments Nu Chapter Photo The General President's Message Omega Chapter News Significant Alpha News

ART

EDITORS

ALLAN R.

FREELON

Philadelphia, J A M E S D.

Jefferson

Pa.

PARKS

City,

FRAT FUN

EDITOR

DR. O. WILSON

WINTERS

Norristown,

HISTORY

Mo.

Pa.

EDITOR

GEORGE A. SINGLETON

Springfield, III. WHO'S WHO

EDITOR

GEORGE B. KELLEY

Troy, N. Y.

LITERARY

EDITOR

RAYFORD W.

LOGAN

Harvard University Cambridge, Mast.

EDITOR

EMERITUS

OSCAR C. BROWN

Chieigo, III.

____ 8 9 10

Fraternity Fun This Way Out, Greeks Brother Wesley Offered College Presidency

10 11 11 _—12 14 15 __15

Three Alpha Coaches

To Chapter Secretaries

We Have a World Champion

Cupid's Corner Brother Edwards Fools 'Em Alpha Welcomes Back From Study in Paris The Sphinx Speaks, Chapter News Advertisements and Notices

19 20 21 21 22 30

3tfj£ S p h i n x Official Organ of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Published in February, May, October, and December at 719 East Olney Road, Norfolk, Va. Subscription Price

One dollar and fifty cents per year

Entered as second class matter, March 3, 1930. at the Post Office In Norfolk, Va., under the Act of March 3, 1879, and accepted for mailing at the second class rates of postage.

Page 2

THE SPHINX

Pan-Hellenic Council Meeting R

EPRESENTATIVES from N e g r o Greek-letter organizations came together at the first session of their fourth annual meeting, which was held at the Phyllis Wheatley Y. W. C. A. e a r l y Thursday afternoon, May 5th. To any observer watching the delegates, it was apparent that the meeting would be one of much importance because the busy lawyers, doctors, social workers, and teachers had excused themselves from their respective professions—many of them traveling hundreds of miles—in order to be present at the National PanHellenic Council meeting. Heading the list of delegates was Atty. Matthew W. Bullock, (chairman), of Boston, Massachusetts, representing Omega Psi Phi; Atty. J. Ernest Wilkins, (treasurer), of Chicago; H. C. Russell, of Louisville, representing Kappa A l p h a Psi; Mrs. Ruth Clement Bond and Miss Eunice Singleton, representing D e l t a Sigma Theta; Miss Willye I. Raynes, Miss Emma Clement, Miss Maude E. Brown, and Mrs. Carolyn Blanton, representing the Omega Psi Phi; and Dr. H. Scruggs of Buffalo, New York, and Atty. George F. Robinson, Sr., of Louisville, representing Phi Beta Sigma; Miss Venetia Nichols, of Atlanta, Georgia; Mrs. Pannie R. Givens of Louisville, and Atty. Violet N. Anderson of Chicago, representing Zeta Phi Beta; J. A. Thomas of the Louisville Urban League, also representing the Omago Psi Phi; and Dr. H. A. Merchant of Lexington, Kentucky; Prof. E. H. Banks of Louisville, and William C. Pyant, (secretary), of Evanston, Illinois, representing Alpha Phi Alpha. These are the persons who had been duly elected as delegates by their respective organizations to be present at the annual meeting. Thursday Session The Thursday afternoon session was devoted exclusively to orientation and organization for work which was to follow later. It was at this time that such problems as (1) establishing uniform standards regarding the eligibility of membership, (2) time of pledge period, and (3) time for initiation for members into the various Greek-letter organizations were singled out as deserving immediate attention. In addition to the presentation of these problems the secretary presented a composite report which had been compiled from the answers that were secured from questionnaires sent to more than sixty colleges and universities throughout the country. Since half of the questionnaires had been sent to schools in which the major-

By WILLIAM C. PYANT Alpha Mu ity of the students are white and the other half had been sent to c o l o r e d schools, the chairman appointed two committees to study the reports from the respective groups and make recommendations to the council at a subsequent meeting. Public Meeting A public meeting was held on Thursday night at which time brief addresses were given by Messrs. Bullock, Wilkins, and Robinson and the principal address was given by Dr. Rufus E. Clement, dean of the Municipal University at Louisville. Dr. Clement chose for his subject "Negro Fraternities and Sororities and Their Responsibility for Race Leadership." Dr. Clement delivered a masterful address in which he urged the delegates to recognize their responsibility for racial leadership, organization, training and adjustment. He declared that Negroes are not necsame group attended a special entertainthat their opportunities are different. The speaker further urged the desirability of Greek-letter fraternities and sororities coming together in their various educational campaigns and unifying them so that more young people might be positively influenced by the proposed united approach. Dr. Clement closed with the assertion that Negro fraternities and sororities are racial instruments for service and that they should do much to correct the thinking of Negro college men and women. Leaving the public meeting on Thursday night, delegates went to the home of Mrs. Fannie R. Givens, national president of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, where they continued to discuss their mutual problems while enjoying a delightful buffet supper which had been arranged by Mrs. Givens. It was about two hours later when this same group atended a special entertainment which was sponsored by the Louisville Interfraternity and Intersorority Council. It was here that prominent citizens of Louisville came en masse to make everything pleasant and agreeable for the delegates. (To those of us who know, it is only necessary to say that it was real "southern" hospitality). Committees Report The two committees—one to study results of questionnaires sent to white schools and the other study results of questionnaires sent to colored s c h o o l s met at 9:00 a. m. Friday and were in session until after 12:00 o'clock noon. After an hour and a half for recess and lunch

the delegates again assembled at 2:00 Pm., at which time reports of the major committees were presented and recommendations approved. The report of the treasurer showed total receipts of $312.63 and total expenditures of $58.71, leaving a balance of $253.92. As a result of the work of the committee on the study of the status of Negro fraternities and sororities m white schools, it was recommended tha member organizations of the Nation Pan-Hellenic Council apply for membership in the Interfraternity Councils of their respective colleges and universities. It was further recommended that member organizations be urged to emphasiz the necessity of mainaining the h i g scholastic standing on the part of fraternities and sororities which had chapters located at northern colleges and universities. Initiation Recommendations As a result of the work of the committee on Interfraternal relations in Negro colleges, it was recommended tha Interfraternity Councils be established where two or more members of the council had chapters at any particular college or university. The council went on record as favoring uniform rush periods preceding tlie spring and fall initiations, the completion of one semester's work before being pledged, and the completion of one year s work with an average of C or above as well as being eligible for the sophomore year before a student can become eligible for initiation. This report further showed that Interfraternal regulations in regard to pledging were concerned mainly with I 1 ' hours of work completed—usually semester hours or thirty quarter hours> (2) grade requirement—an average « C or above, although a few organizations require a B average; and (3) term ° residence—in a few instances persons may be pledged a few weeks after registrations, but most institutions require that a prospective pledge shall have completed two quarters or one semester before he is eligible to be pledged. Negro Groups Excluded In answer to the question whether Negro fraternities and sororities P a r " ticipated in the Interfraternal activities with other fraternities and sororitieSt it was found that Negro groups were often excluded from representation i n the Interfraternal Council because Negro groups did not qualify by having a house in which there was at least flftee" resident members. Continued on Page 9

THE SPHINX

Page ft

Alpha Phi Alpha Scholarship JVinners H p H E Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity has Jl this year given five more scholarships to deserving Negro students enrolled in this country. The granting of scholarships is that phase of our educational campaign that marks the climax of the annual Go-to-High-School, Go-ToCollegc program sponsored by the fraternity.

Director of Education

in extra-curricular activities, being a member of the Hi-Y Club, the Dramatic Club, the Student Council, student manager of the basketball team, business manager of the school annual and school paper, treasurer of the senior class, lieutenant in the R. O. T. C , and a member The winners of the scholarships for of the National Honor Society. Pullam was recommended by members the year 1932 were selected by the scholarship commission from more than of the faculty of Lincoln High School one hundred applications that were sub- and by the Reverend D. A. Holmes of mitted to the secretary of the commis- Kansas City, Missouri. sion in Indianapolis, I n d i a n a . The Noah H. Bennett, Jr., age twenty-one, awards are granted on the basis of White Springs, Florida, is winner of the scholarship, character, service, and need. third award. Bennett's father is employThere were three boys and two Jtirls ed as a demonstration agent. There are winning these awards. They represent six in his family. He is enrolled in the five states and as many colleges. Florida A. and M. College at Tallahassee, The winner of the first award is Florida, where he is pursuing a course George Van Hoy Collins, twenty-one in mathematics. years old, living in Virginia. Collins* He is very popular at school, being a father is a postman and there are five member of the French Club, the Mathin his family. He is pursuing a course ematics Club, Dramatic Club, and the m public school music at Hampton In- Debating Club. He was on the editorial stitute, Hampton, Virginia. Mr. Col- staff of the college paper and first lins was highly recommended by mem- lieutenant in the college battalion, and bers nf the faculty of Hampton Institute has won many prizes in oratorical conand by Brothers R. Nathaniel Dett and tests. He was highly recommended by P. Bernard Young, J r . the members of the faculty of the A. and The winner of the second award, Ar- M. College. The winner of the fourth award is thur Eugene Pullam, Jr., age seventeen, lives at 2427 Paseo, Kansas City, a young womon, Eva Lydia Crawford, Missouri. Pullam's father is a postoffice age nineteen, who resides at 414 Faiemployee. There are eight in his family. sonia, Indianola, Mississippi. Her father He attends the University of Kansas at teaches in a county school of that state. Lawrence, Kansas, where he is pursuing She is enrolled at Tougaloo College at Tougaloo, Mississippi, where she is puran academic course. In high school he was very popular suing a course in liberal arts. At that

school she is a member of the Literary Club, the Dramatic Club, the C i r c l e Francaise, the Glee Club, the choir, and the Y. W. C. A. She has previously received a scholarship from another organization. Miss Crawford was highly recommended by the members of the faculty of Tougaloo College and the assistant to the president Jonathan H. Brooks. The winner of the fifth award is Miss Ponsonella C. Sunico, age twenty-seven, who resides at 1421 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. Miss Sunico has been out of school for some time. She has been employed by the Illinois ElectroTheurapeutic Institute as secretary and as instructor. She comes very highly recommended by the members of the faculty of that institution and by a number of physicians prominent in Chicago medical circles. The fraternity believes that by its granting of scholarships it is doing the most logical thing to see that students worthy of help get whatever aid is available. The fraternity has up to this time granted thirty-five scholarships. Many of these students are still in school, others have finished. Alpha Phi Alpha hopes to be able in the future to do more in this direction. Scholarships well placed will always pay a dividend to the race and to society in general. The address of the educational director has been changed from 2811 Vine St., Kansas City, Mo., to 310 Twelfth Ave., S. E., Minneapolis, Minnesota. Please send all communications for him to that address.

Brother Gandy Goes to Europe i R E S I D E N T JOHN M. GANDY of School of that institution in 1891. Graduate of Fisk Virginia State College sailed for Europe on July 30, to make an extend- â&#x20AC;˘ He then attended Oberlin College for ed tour of important countries among a year, but later withdrew from that which were England, Scotland, HoUand, Institution to enter Fisk University. Belgium, Germany, France, Switzerland, From this institution he received the degree of bachelor of arts. Brother and Italy. The voyage was made possible by a Gandy also holds the degree of master purse presented by graduates of the col- of arts from Fisk and was honored with 'â&#x20AC;˘'Pe, undergraduates, and teachers of the degree of doctor of pedagogy by the state, who chose this means of ex- by Morgan College. In 1928 he won the Harmon Award pressing appreciation for Dr. Gandy's for his accomplishments in the field 34 years of tireless and meritorious service to the college, to the state and to of education. President Gandy found employment 'he nation. A Mlssissippian by birth, Brother after graduation as professor of Latin Brother Gandy obtained his early edu- and Greek at Virginia Normal and Colcation in the public schools of that state legiate Institute, as it was then called. and at Jackson Collage, Jackson, Miss- He taught these languages for three being. graduated from the Normal years.

At the end of this period, the State having abandoned the college work a t the Institute, Brother Gandy was elected instructor of education, and held this position from 1902 to 1914, at which time he was elected president of the Institute. Alert, Aggressive Brother Gandy has been alert and aggressive in his work. For ten years he was a non-resident student in psychology, philosophy and education under the direction of Ohio Wesleyan University and the summer school at Columbia University. Before his presidency, he organized and promoted a study club for the growth and professional improvement of the teachers of Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute.

Continued on Page 20

Page 4

THE SPHINX

The Negro and the Idea of God r i p H E Aframerican is not a Ritschlian -1L in his idea of God. He does not see God in terms of Jesus Christ. Jesus does not reveal God but becomes a God. The fine insight of Francis John McConnell that God is like Christ occupies little or no place in the thinking of the Bronzeman in America. In fact his religion seems to lack a Christological problem, in the technically scientific sense of the word. On the other hand there is little thought about the idea of God. The purpose of the present writer is to trace the Aframerican's idea of God from the beginning of the slave regime to the present. In the meantime it will be borne in mind that men create and develop their ideas of God to meet their deepest needs in actual concrete social situations. Out of the crucible of experience the idea of God emerges ever changing, ever evolving, slowly but surely. The idea of God is revised from time to time to meet changing needs. When the God no longer serves the requirements of its devotees it dies of sheer neglect. The keels of the first slave ships grated upon the coasts of Jamestown in 1619. The first recorded baptism of a slave was in 1625. This marked the beginning of American slavery in the United States and the Christianisation of the Aframerican. From that period until the proclamation of freedom became effective in 1865 the slaves found themselves living within a new environment with social customs, norms of conduct, standards and religious concepts quite different from those experienced in the fatherland. No Universal Idea In America itself there was no universal idea of God. The Established Church, later the Episcopal Church, the Congregationalists, the Presbyterians, Friends, Disciples, Methodists and Baptists, each had its cherished ideas of God. And within the churches themselves there were differences of opinion. Calvinism, Arminianism, and Roman concepts were regnant. Predestination and election W a s preached, also the sovreignty and free will of God. With men God is an afterthought. He is a by-product of action and interaction within the social milieu. The patterns by which the God idea is portraved are revised through the ages. The religious philosophy of the cotton kingdom and its idea of God were arrived at while they were working out their practices. It may be also stated that ideas of God are greatly influenced and shaped

By GEORGE H. SINGLETON, History Editor

Among those contributors to these pages who have given substance and literary quality to The Sphinx is Brother Singleton. Here he sketches in bold outline, and fearlessly, the background of and the outlook for religion as the Negro is affected by it and looks at it. There is a mighty movement on, given direction and focus in the much heralded New Negro movement, which involves a transformation of race attitudes in politics, economics, education, religion, and every other fundamental phase of our life. With American Christianity barring and locking doors against those who would worship the God of their choice in the church of their choice, and really Christian bishops and rectors being forced to break open these same doors before there can be worship, Brother Singleton may be a better prophet than he realizes when he says: "The Bronzemen of America stand at the new Armaggedon and battle for the new day as heralds of the new order, and the new idea of God."

by social and economic interests. The beginning of Aframerican slavery in the United States was a matter of agricultural economy. Texture of hair and skin coloration entered not into the equation. The ideas of God held by the churches underwent no radical metamorphosis at this time. In the course of time the number of slaves was increased. Church members trafficked in them with no compunction of conscience. Tobacco, rice and cotton culture constituted the foundation of the southern empire.. Indigo, sugar, and farm products were made by slave labor. God and Slavery Prom the decades following the invention of the cotton gin in 1793 slavery in the South became a fixed, establshed and accepted institution. It was regarded as a positive good. The social philosophy of Thomas R. Dew in 1831 and the political philosophy of John C. Calhoun and Governor McDuffie of South Carolina and Hammond of Silver Bluff sanctioned, defended and sought to perpetuate the regime of chattelism Harper said slavery was ordained of God Who then would fly into the face of the Almighty? On its religious side

Bishop William Capers, Dr. James Thornwell, and Dr. Palmer represent a group of divines who would accep the status quo and ameliorate the divine lot of the "man with the hoe. The Bible was used to sanction the institution of slavery, however. Professor Dew's argument was historical. Thus God condoned and willed the system. The missionary work among the slaves by the S. P. G., Capers and Jones is a monument to the zeal Christianity, notwithstanding the f» c that the idea of God was not the least disturbing to the existing social order. For were not the slaves being g i v e n a chance to embrace Christianity, « n opportunity which the fatherland did not afford? They also received education sufficient to maintain them in their heaven-approved estate. Were not tn bondmen in America in better condition than their kith and kin across the Atlantic? God And The Profit Motive Slavery was profitable and necessary. therefore religion was used as a too to sanction, justify and glorify it- °° when the slaves were brought to the United States in ever increasing numbers from the dawn of the 19th century they were exposed to the idea of a slav God. Having been thrust into a new environment religious ideas and custom cherished and practiced in Africa were gradually snuffed off. Families and tribal groups were broken up. Wha ideas the slaves had of their native religion were soon forgotten and they embraced those of the master class. Within the American churches there were many Christians whose ideas o I God forbade them from holding slaves. As a church the Friends and the Methodists were antivdavery. Within th e fold of the latter the abolitionist sentiment found expression in the Orange Scott-Matlack schism of 1843 when the Methodist General Conference met W Cincinnati, Ohio. In 1845 the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, was born ** a direct result of an idea of God whic" interpreted Christianity in terms °' slaveholding. About the same time the Baptists were divided along the same lines as the Methodists. The case of John Bushyhead was of great importance. It was analagous to that of Bishop Andrew W the Methodist Church. Bushyhead. " missionary, desired to take slaves wit" him to China. The North obiected. The South said that they were being P r e ' vented from carrying the gospel to the heathen. In 1858 the New School Presbyterian churches in the South sep* r '

THE SPHINX Some Vital Values ated over the slavery controversy, and Under the slave regime the bondmen i" 1861 the Old School churches in the ili'vi'lopeil ii religion and an idea of South followed. (>ud that would meet their needs. The It Depended hope of escape from the system lay in In sections of the country where slave sell-purchase, in some instances manuii'ission, the underground railroad, or Ulior was unprofitable Christians believed in a God of freedom, in sections il.iiUi. Children followed the way of their mothers. Some masters were bewhere slave economy was profitable nevolent and kind but the institution Christians believed in a God of slavery. as a whole was one of exploitation of The War of the Rebellion was fought human personality, than which there is and the slave interests lost. The next nothing of equal or more value in all !>•]) was to evolve an idea of God con- the world. An idea of God that does sonant with white supremacy in the not maximize personal values to the nth degree is not worth embracing. erstwhile slave territory. A God of Christianity as practiced This idea carried with it Ku Klux Klanism, disfranchisement, segregation, in America will fail to commend himself and a studied, positive, determined at- to intelligent self-respecting men of tempt to nullify the Freedom Amend- color. So far as they are concerned, ments to the United States Constitution. the American God is "low, no life exMay the Negroes in his place at all pected." Let him die. Unrequited toil, Wizards. God, the church, religion, eth- lnlior by compulsion, traffic in human Mesh, lender human symapthies ruth«•> the courts were all enlisted in the 'ealization of this supreme good. It lessly trampled upon, rapine, murder. In his extremity, sweating and groanneeds to be stated, however, that this idea of Qod j , , gradually being discard- ing for two hundred and forty-six years beneath the weight of a slave system ed- Again the Aframerican saw a more oppressive than that of the Jews fhange in the idea of God.

Page 6 in Egypt, the Aframericans thought of God in terms of a deliverer. The upocalyptic imagery of the Hebrew Bible appealed to him. In time God would personally snap the fetters of slavery from their limbs. "After a while, After a while, God's goin' to change our station; After a while." God was as real to them as he was to Moses at Horeb. They naively believed and trusted Him. The God who delivered Daniel and the three Hebrew lads would deliver them. The sufferings of Jesus naturally found sympathetic hearts in many a Bronze breast. Yet it must be borne in mind that most of the preaching to which the slaves were exposed was done by preachers who were protagonists for slavocracy. "Servants, obey your masters," and "cursed be eanaan" a servant of servants shall he be to his brethren. Religious Impressions In his "Cotton Kingdom" Frederick Law Olmsted describes his experiences Continued on Page 7

Delegates to the fourth annual meeting of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, composed of college fraternities and sororities, held at Louisvillle, Ky., on May 5, are shown above. On the front row (left to right) are: H. S. Russell, Kappa Alpha Psi; Mrs. Fannie R. Givens, Zeta Phi Beta; Miss Venentia Nichols, Zeta Phi Beta; Miss Emma Mills Clement, Alpha Kappa Alpha; Miss Willye I. Rayne, Alpha Kappa Alpha; Mrs. Ruth Bonds, Delta Sigma Theta; and Attorney Matthew W. Bullock, president, Omega Psi Phi. Second row (left to right): Atty. Violet Anderson, Zeta Phi Beta; Dr. H. A. Merchant, Alpha Phi Alpha; Miss Eunice Singleton, Delta Sigma TheU; Miss Maude E. Brown, Alpha Kappa Alpha; William C. Pyant, secretary, Alpha Phi Alpha; and Atty. George F. Robinson, Phi Beta Sigma. Third row (left to right): Prof. E. H. Banks, Alpha Phi Alpha; Atty J. Ernest Wilkins, treasurer Kappa Alpha Psi; Dr, I- h. Scruggs, Pbi Beta Sigma; and J. A. Thomas, Omega Psi Phi.

&e 6

THE SPHINX

Are We Too Serious? U

NDER date of May 28, 1932, Brother Joseph H. B. Evans, general secretary from Brother E. M. Coleman, secretary of Sigma Lambda Chapter, New Orleans, La., the following letter: As the secretary of Sigma Lambda chapter I am writing you about a matter which has given us a great deal of concern and which is, therefore, very close to our hearts, for we feel that it is a matter of general interest to the entire fraternity. First of all, in order to get the matter clearly before you, I will give you the report of the committee on education for the current year. The report is as follows: 1. That, on account of the meager results obtained from the efforts expended on educational campaigns during the history of Sigma Lambda Chapter, and because of the feeling entertained by many brothers from various chapters to the effect that the educational campaign has lost its worth and appeal, we hereby recommend that Sigma Lambda Chapter discontinue the educa t i o n a 1 campaign after the year 1933; that the general organization be written concerning the matter; that it be followed up in the Sphinx; and that it be presented before the next general convention. What Shall We Be? 2. That the fraternity has lost sight of the fact that it is a social organization, where the brothers get together to forget their worldly cares and not an organization whose purpose it is to attempt to settle the perplexing problems of the world except where some worthy cause of community interest commands our attention and challenges our support. 3. That the whole program is too serious; and that our fraternal activities should be confined to a social and intellectual program. The records in the office of the general director of education will reveal the fact that in former years Sigma Lambda has not spared either effort, time, or money in its attempts to make a success of the educational campaign. The results have been both discouraging and enlightening, for they have brought clearly before us the futility of such efforts. For all our efforts and pains we cannot at the present time point to anything definite and tangible that has been accomplished. We are, therefore, ready to give up "the noble experiment." In this community it simply does not take, and does not work. Too Much Seriousness We further feel that because of the seriousness of the fraternity's general program we are losing the interest and

No one activity of the fraternity, because perhaps it is the chief tangible program we sponsor, has come in for as much attention and discussion as has our educational movement. Here is the expression, not of an individual, but of an entire chapter, voiced at its order by its secretary. An average of one contributed article per each issue of The Sphinx during the past few years has dealt, usually critically, with some angle of the work of the department of education. The Sphinx has sought at all times to be a forum of discussion on fraternity problems, and all who have sought a hearing through its columns have gained it, if their articles were not unavailable for publication here because of fraternal policies and >rules or because they overstepped the bounds of fair comment.

support of many brothers who were alive and active during their undergraduate days. Most brothers, we feel, in graduate chapters have enough problems outside of the fraternity. We are perfectly willing and even anxious to cooperate with or in any worthy movement which may be started in our community, or even to start one ourselves if necessary. But in order to preserve the life and spirit of Alph Phi Alpha in men who are now out of college we feel that we should adopt a program which is purely social and intellectual; that will take us back to and keep alive the joys of undergraduate days; that will make our meetings interesting, pleasurable, and profitable so that no brother will want to miss a single meeting. If the hundreds of inactive graduate brothers are ever to be reclaimed and brought to activity again we feel, here at Sigma Lambda, that the program of the general organization and especially that of the local chapters must be made sufficiently alive socially and interesting intellectually to make the whole "setup" both profitable and attractive to men who are already more than busy with the routine problems and cares of life. The Best Procedure We must make our programs so challenging that they will COMMAND both interest and support. Our personal programs are filled with knotty and perplexing problems. Every organization with which one happens to be connected has

some serious, weighty and business like objective. Our fraternity, therefore, is the only organization which, through the local chapters and their programs, allow us to assemble as a group of college men, exclusively, and relive the experiences of undergraduate days and keep alive the spirit and those ideals which have made Alpha Phi Alpha and college days so dear to us. The right kind of social and intellectual programs in our local chapters and sponsored by the general organization, we feel, will go far toward the realization of this most desirable goal and of stimulating interest in brothers who are already active but weary of the serious program we are called upon to follow. It will also do much toward reclaiming inactive brothers. Many of us are schoolmen who are, every day of our lives, overloaded with the problems of education. When we go to the meetings of our local chapters we would lige to forget iof a little while, at least once a month, these problems and just be college chaps again and have a delightful evening fraternizing with the brothers. Not A Rebellion We hope that this matter will command your careful and serious consideration and that we may have an early reply from yon on the subject. Our recommendations are not made in the spirit of rebellion against the general organization, for Sigma Lambda has always been loyal and active and always will be. They are made, rather, in the spirit of cooperation and hopefulness for a brighter and more successful future for Alpha Phi Alpha. Let us hear from you-

Middle Western Regional Convention On Dec. 27-29 By JOSEPH C. CARROLL, Iota Lambda Under the leadership of Brother H. M. Riley, plans are going forward with unusual rapidity for entertaining the regional convention for the Middle Western jurisdiction, to be held in Indianapolis on December 27, 28, and 29. All communications for further information should be addressed to Brother Riley at 4006 Boulevard Place, Indianapolis, Ind. Every chapter in this district should be represented, for in ecclesiastical phraseology, this will be a red letter day in the history of our fraternity. The convention headquarters will be in the beautiful Walker Building at the corner of Indiana Avenue and West Street, Indianapolis.

Page 7

THE SPHINX

Depression and Unemployment kN

the opening of the school year 1932-1!):!:! this office sends greetings and wishes for a successful year. This year is going to be a most difficult one for both the gradute and undergraduate chapters. The economic depression will affect Alpha Phi Alpha just as it has all other fraternal organizations. We know that, but we also know this, it will not be an excuse for any brother neglecting his duty. A crisis like this calls for a concerted effort on the part of every Alpha man to hold aloft the aims and ideals of the fraternity. We must keep in mind that Alpha has been first in everything and she shall continue to be first during these most trying times. There must be no let-up in the fraternity. It's easy enough to say we are going to do all these things, but how we are going to do them presents a more difficult problem. F a r be it from this office to present a plan that would attempt to untangle all our economic ills. This office is merely saying that no such excuse should be given by a fraternity man for not living up to all the oaths and obligations that he took when he saw "The Light of the World."

By MATTHEW E. CARROLL Director of Education Undergraduate chapters must keep up their scholarship; graduate chapters must do all in their power to recover the lost, strayed, and stolen brothers. There will be other announcements from this office. Look for them. Best regards to all. Important Notice Some time ago this office received a communication from Brother Perry B. Jackson in Cleveland, Ohio, stating that there was an opportunity for a physician in Zanesville, Ohio. Dr. Miller who practiced medicine there for sixteen years was drowned. Any physician interested should communicate with Mr. Harry R. Stotts, 871 Cliffwood Avenue, Zanesville, Ohio. The Question of Employment This office has given much thought to the question of employment and just recently I have come to the point where I believe this matter should be put squarely before the membership. The operation of this phase of my w o r k , would out of its very nature, be difficult to handle. To begin with, so few of the brothers who are in a position to give employment ever communicate with this office. This

may, of course, be due to the fact that they do not know that such a department exists. In this bulletin I am going to point out the difficulties that arise in the operation of an employment department within the fraternity. 1. First, Alpha Phi Alpha, the oldest of Greek-letter organization, can never sacrifice efficiency for the sake of brotherly love. 2. Second, Alpha Phi Alpha must forever remain above asking its members to employ one another if efficiency must be sacrificed. 3. Third, I don't think the fraternity cares to go on record as insisting that its members employ brothers merely because they are brothers. As I see this subject of employment, there is little this office can do. Here is what it is doing—we are keeping on file the application of every brother who has returned a blank to this office. If there are brothers who are in a position to give employment we would like to get a list of these names. This office will gladly furnish such a list. In the meantime, this office will gladly welcome suggestions from any of the membership as to a better way of going about this task.

The Negro and the Idea of God Continued from Page 5 with "a ragged old Negro whom he met" in Mississippi which gives an insight into the religious impressions made upon the m inds of the slaves. "Rough fare's good enough for dis world . . • . Dis world ain't nothin'; dis is hell, dis is hell to whats' a comin' arter 1 reckon de Lord has 'cepted of me, and I 'specs I shall be saved, dough I don't look much like it De Lord am my rock, and he shall not perwail over me. I will lie down in green pastures and take up my bed in hell, yet will not his mercy circumvent me." At the close of the 18th Century a few Aframericans were beginning to develop a new idea of God based upon brotherhood and the rights of man. Richard Allen, first bishop in the African Methodist Episcopal Church and its founder, was ten years old when Crispus Attucks fell in Boston, the first martyr for American liberty. Men were talking about Patrick Henry's courageous and thrilling speech in the house of Virginia Burgesses. The doctrine of the rights of man was °n the air. James Otis was arguing

against the Writs of Assistance in New England and the famous Boston Tea Party had been staged and the freedom loving Tom Paine was bolstering the flagging faith of George Washington and his destitute soldiers. Richard Allen withdrew from Saint George Methodist Church in Philadelphia because his idea of God would not allow him to think of worshippers in terms of race or color of skin. He refused to countenance segregation in the church of God. He therefore organized the African Methodist Episcopal Church in keeping with his idea of a God of brotherhood for all men. James Varrick and Absalom Jones stand in the same category as champions of the new idea of God, and the teaching of Jesus. The New Negro's God Today in the old slave territory there has been developed an idea of a God who sanctions segregation, proscription, and Jim Crowism. The new Negro refuses to bow down before such a deity. He turns away from the God of the American churches, who is in most cases a God of social expediency and glorified pussyfooting. Professor W. E. B. Du-

Bois aptly remarks, that the problem of the 20th century is the problem of the color line. He might have said that the same is true of religion. Right here in America descendants of slaves are working out new ideas of religion and God, based not so much upon economics, tribal provincialism and loyalties, color of skin, or social expediency but upon character, merit, the idea of peace and brotherhood, the shared quest of the good life in a good world. A new idea of God is emergent. The God of absolute equality in all things. Here and there Aframerican Prophets are beginning to sound the bugle call of a new advance: Reverdy C. Ransom, Clayton Powell, Bennie E. Mays, Howard Thurman, and Carter G. Woodson stand in the most forward line of advance. Side by side with their brothers in all quarters of the globe, armed with the modern science, techniques and methodology, overmastered by the ideas of righteousness, justice, peace, and sympathy for all men, the Bronzemen of America stand at the new Armageddon and battle for the new day as heralds of the new order, and the new idea of God.

Page 8

THE SPHINX

Is Exhortation Enough F OON Alpha Phi Alpha will a g a i n launch its annual Go-To-High-School, Go-To-College Campaign. Local chapters will generate the proper enthusiasm. Programs will be prepared and carried out. Speakers will be sent to various churches and schools to tell young people that higher education is exceedingly desirable, important, and valuable, even indispensable in this highly organized and complex world of ours. For an entire week the fraternity will concentrate thought and activity on this project. Enthusiasm will then wane. Nothing much will be heard of the movement for another twelve months. Now this movement is worthy. It is a step in the right direction. So far as it goes it is a good, a big step. But does it go far enough? Should the fraternity once a year blaze into a sort of revival fervor and urge youth forward in education, then subside in satisfaction with this spasmodic encouragement to higher scholarship ? In other words, should Alpha Phi Alpha stop with exhortation ? The Go-To-High-School, Go-To-College idea is a distinct contribution to educational activity. It has deservedly won recognition and support. It is something to which all brothers may address themselves with pride and joy. But as mere exhortation, is it enough? Need Follow-Up Procedure If it is to achieve real and lasting results, if the fraternity is to be intelligent upon what the movement actually accomplishes, if the public is finally to have confidence in what it seeks to do, then there would seem to be a need of some follow-up procedure. This follow-up program would be continuous and would aim to discover a number of things regarding the value of the annual speaking campaign. First, it would seek to know how many

By GUSTAVUS ADOLPHUS STEWARD

That the educational department of our fraternity is keenly cognizant of such problems as Brother Steward suggests a re obstacles to full realization of our aims, with regard to the Go-to-High-School, Go-to-College Campaign, is disclosed in Brother Carrol's article elsewhere in this issue. Such friendly and sincere criticism as is made by Brother Steward is doubly valuable, in that he not only points out the defects but indicates the possible remedies. It is a healthy sign when members of the fraternity think about and express their opinions concerning the organ' ic structure of the fraternity setup.

of those who hear the speakers actually later go to high school or college. Cooperation with school principals would secure this information. Details cannot be recited here, of course, but with the efficiency of the modern school office to count upon, certainly this knowledge would be readily obtained. Secondly, once the young people have decided to enter high school or college, this follow-up program would attempt to direct them into lines of preparation consonant with their native ability. It would also try to persuade them to enter courses which lead to fields not already crowded. It would do these things with the idea of increasing the student's chances of success of employment upon graduation, and of assuring him greater hope of permanence in his chosen work after being established therein.

Thirdly, this follow-up plan would also contemplate the placing of men in jobs after graduation. To this end it would list locations where professional services of different sorts were in demand. Why shouldn't Alpha Phi Alpha provide a placement bureau as a logical fulfilmen of its Go-To-High-School, Go-To-College movement? Is mere inspiration all the fraternity feels called upon to supply, acknowledging no obligation to help place those who respond to its appeal ? A placement bureau, once organized, could, with careful management, be made self-supporting. As it gathered prestige it would become a highly important contact office for those seeking positions and those seeking workers. Its recommendation of graduates would be mcaluable. Its endorsement of employers or communities would be sought after. Keeping An Account Finally, such a follow-up scheme would keep records of all these activities. It would know how many enter the fields of their own choosing. It would tabulate the successes and failures, the losses and the gains. It would keep account of those who change to other than their own choice of occupation. It would learn why the change was made. It would thus build up a great fraternity directory. All this would be done so that the GoTo-High-School, Go-To-College m o v e ment would become a full, rounded 째u function, performing highly significant and beneficial social and economic duties with a thoroughness equally gratifying to the fraternity and the public. Until some such plan is effected, Alpha Phi Alpha will continue merely to exhort. But what are the tangible results 째f hortatory eloquence ? Is exhortation enough? >

He's A Colorado First F

OR the first time in the history of the Colorado State Democratic Party, a Negro was selected as an alternate delegate to a National Democratic Convention. At Colorado Springs, early in the spring, this distinction went to Brother O. L. Lawson, owner of the regions' largest Negro drug store, one of the Rocky Mountain region's most powerful and influential citizens, and long an energetic and active member of Alpha Iota Chapter. Brother Lawson, born in Denver, Sep-

teber 12th, 1893, received his elementary

By U. J. ANDREWS, Alpha Iota training in Denver, graduating f r o m East Denver High School with high honors. He later attended Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, graduating from that institution's school of pharmacy. He saw war action overseas, enlisting in the service of the Y. M. C. A. Returning to Denver shortly after the war (in the meantime having won for himself a wife while statio-ed at Camp

Funston, Kansas), he established perma-

nent residence there. He has figured most prominently i n the social, club, fraternal, civic, and P 0 ' litical life of the city, state, and region for many years, and has been highly and appreciatively honored by all the organizations with which he has been affiliated throughout his long career of conscientious and efficacious service. Among a few of the higher honors that have been his are: grand secretary and past grand master of the Masons, Colorado and jurisdiction; district grand masContinued on Page 14

THE SPHINX

Page 9

Eastern Regional In December (To all Chapters of the Eastern Region, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity). A FEW years ago when our general -*Âťâ&#x20AC;˘ convention met annually and for a five-day session, a total of ten days was spent every two years in conventions. Now that only three days are spent every two years in convention our general convention has become top-heavy and most brothers feel that three days is not sufficient time to discuss fully the problems and the program of our organization. Since the adoption of a biennial plan of holding conventions there has been a steadily increasing sentiment for regional conventions in the years when the general convention does not meet. This year especially is there an insistence among brothers everywhere that regional conventions be held. Our former eastern vice-president, Brother R. P. Daniel, would not call a regional convention in 1930 because the urge among the members of the eastern region was not great enough; now, I feel that it is. Our General President, Brother C. H. Wesley, has already sent a letter to all c h a f e r s of Alpha bringing this matter to our attention. As he hopes and as many of us hope, much can be done. We feel that a regional convention could

By THOMAS HENDERSON Third Vice-President accomplish much that would be constructive. Vital Problems There are several problems facing the fraternity of vital concern to the progress of the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;even to the maintaining of its present status of usefulness. I shall suggest only a few. Brothers everywhere are raising questions such as these: why not reduce the grand tax and reinstatement fee ? What is the financial aim of the general organization? What should be our constructive financial policy, Why does the expense of running the general orgainzation amount to such an exhorbitant sum? What measures could the fraternity take to reduce the expenses of the general organization? What about a lifemembership plan? Should our educational activities as such be discontinued ? Has our educational campaign outlived its period of usefulness ? What steps should be taken to make our educational campaign more constructive? What changes should be made in our ritual ? What steps should be taken to reduce the number of financially delinquent members ? Should we revert to annual conventions? Those are just a few of

the questions pertinent to the welfare of Alpha that are being asked. Eastern Regional's Dates For the purpose of crystallizing the sentiment of the brothers on these and other matters; for the purpose of formulating definite suggestive programs for our fraternity; for the purpose of fraternizing and enjoying together the social pleasures which Beta and Mu Lambda Chapters and the city of Washington can afford, the first regional convention of the eastern jurisdiction is called to meet at the seat of the above mentioned chapters December 29th and 30th. Chapters are urged to send four delegates. Any brother who wishes may attend. All brothers who plan to attend should present 1933 pass cards or plan to make necessary payments to Brother Evans. That reminds me: attending this convention will be at least a majority of the general officers of the fraternity. Three jewel brothers are expected to attend and since Alpha was started in the East you may well expect to meet many oi the pioneers of our fraternity. Beta Chapter is celebrating its twentyfifth anniversary by entertaining you. Plan now to be there to share in the good times. Write me at once in regard to any question pertaining to this convention.

Pan-Hellenic Council Meeting Continued from Page 2 It was also found that "the issue has never formally arisen" (University of Pittsburgh), and "the university does not discriminate for or against any fraternity or sorority" (Indiana University and University of Michigan.) Scholarship Standing With reference to scholarship w e found that for the scholastic year, 1930" 1 , out of total of forty fraternities at the University of Minnesota, Alpha Phi Alpha ranks first with an average of 1-401, the average of all fraternities being 1.098. Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority ranked first at the University of Minnesota was 1.748. The sorority average for all groups was 1.435. The general average of all students was 1.223. It was also found that "fraternities at Morehouse agreed not to initiate any man who has failed in any subject. Fraternities that do not maintain the average are suspended." At Morgan College

"Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority led other organizations in scholarship for the year 1930-1931. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity had a membership of twelve, six of whom were honor students." These and many other interesting revelations were brought out at the meeting and delegates agreed to return to their respective organizations and point out how each group can aid in making the work of the National Pan-Hellenic Council more effective. The meeting was remarkable in that there was an entire absense of selfishness and unwillingness to cooperate. This was true because the persons in attendance at the meeting were genuinely interested in furthering the cause of fraternalism. Officers Elected The following officers were elected for the year 1932-33: Chairman, Atty. Matthew W. Bullock, 294 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts; vice-chairman, Mrs. Ruth Clement Bond; secretary, William C. Pyant, 812 Emerson Street,

Evanston, Illinois; treasurer, Atty. J. Ernest Wilkins, Chicago; and Atty. George F. Robinson, Sr., Louisville; Miss Maude E. Brown, Louisville, and Miss Venetia Nichols, Atlanta, members of the executive committee. The work for the year 1932-33 as outlined by the chairman will include a continuation of the study begun last year, contacts with officials of various schools in order that the needs of Negro groups may be more adequately met, and the lurcher development of Interfraternal Councils in Negro schools as well as the adoption of uniform standards concerning eligibility of membership, time of initiation, and time of pledge period or rush period. It is hoped that members of all fraternities and sororities will lend their assistance in making the proposed program a success. It is for this reason, then, that it is suggested interested persons and organizations communicate with either the chairman or secretary.

Page 10

THE SPHINX

Two Valuable Experiments HAD to make a quick trip to the store the other day for a can of baking powder for my good wife. "What kind?" I asked. "Royal, I guess," came the answer. "But why not Rumford's?" I countered, and because there was no reason forthcoming, I got Rumford's. It's seemingly a far cry from Rumford's Baking Powder to a letter to chapters, but there is more to it than you think, and because the information following, while intended right now for a group of southern states, has such significance for us all, I am including it in a chapter communication. A few days ago I had the pleasure of a visit from Prof. Paul K. Edwards who has courses in economics and marketing at Fisk University. He came to tell me of a program of his that is so sound and reasonable that I saw in it the opening up of new avenues of opportunity for our college men. And when he told me that the first try-out of the plan involved the employment of two of our Alpha brothers, I was elated. RANDAL L. TYUS RAMON D. SCRUGGS Keep those names in mind and watch their progress. They are now working in Nashville and will go from there to Atlanta and to other southern cities. What Was Done In brief here is what was done. Prof. Edwards worked for three years getting

By JOSEPH H. B. EVANS General Secretary together material for a book on the Negro consumer and the extent of his buying power. This book (published by Prentice-Hall) was used as the basis for interviewing manufacturers to s h o w them the possible sales gains that could be made through the use of trained Negro salesmen and demonstrators. And the Rumford Baking Powder people decided to make an experiment of it, employed these two brothers to carry on the campaign, and intend to enlarge the work if it proves successful. Prof. Edwards is personally supervising and helping them because he, too, wants to be sure it goes over. And if you see it as I do, you will want it to go over BIG. All of these manufacturers have been keeping an eye on the Negro market and they h a v e wanted to know how best to reach it. When they hear what Rumford is doing, there will be a demand for other college men who have intelligence, industry, and integrity. And every chapter member can help. Brothers Tyus and Scruggs may come to your city. They will need to make the proper contacts and we want every graduate member in the cities where they come, to realize that in helping them he is giving impetus to a movement with unlimited possibilities.

Study of College Graduates I have written before about the study of Negro college graduates which is being conducted by Brother Charles S. Johnson of Fisk University, and we have asked every chapter to put forth a special effort to see that college men and women fill out and send in the questionnaires which have been sent to them. This study is an attempt at an appr a l S ' al of the vocational and social adjustment of those individuals who have had the experience of college or professional training. It has significance not only in the fact that it is an attempt to Pj"0' vide a new basis for the most effective education of our youth, but in the fa c that it is being done at the instance ot the General Education Board, which has contributed many millions to higher education for Negroes over the past twentyfive years and expects to find in this review some values for its own education program. Do Your Share The only sources of information that count are the college graduates themselves, whose experiences are of speci concern to this study. And unless they do attach sufficient importance to this survey, the findings must of necessity be warped. There has been complaint in the P» s that only the pathological types of N e " Continued on Page 13

Nu Chapte., Lincoln University Pennsylvania, (reading left to right, front row): R. L. Young, G. T. Drummond, N. *• Keets L. E. Lamar E M . Smith, O W Riley, M. C. Felton, W. A. Smith, F. L. Templeton, S J. Maupin, M. W. Davis, G. H. Luscombe W B^ Howard, C. E. Shekon; middle row, left to right: J. H. Smith, E. W. Flood, H. P. Marrow, R- C" Bennett C L^Holte F J. Gngsby, I. M. Harrison, C. A. Wilson, H. A. Farrell, H. R. Minus, L. D. Howard, T. W. Bennett, ,W. „ K. „ Hall. „ „ W. „ , S. c Taylor: T, , . 7 row." left , ; • "— ~ ran-eii, Howard, ' T. W. Benn«-> back t.n r .""' v. "n' rPree, P" ", -= " "n• W"W. w• «•• v> T ™n .Anderson, «..«•., Minus, *• M. I U D. ... Johnson, „ , ...,„n. go-htn t : E. a n e v J J. Lamb.ight L. LW. W. TV J » T Taylor; „ • \ back , ; ~row,' left to right: *" UO. - r e e 0' 0UG. - ' K Raney, ' - F -F.Anderson, M. I. I.Lambright Johns H.,l,.l>.,.. W LTIJJ _ _ J XT n . . . . . . J. E. Maup.n E^ L. Mwa, A. V. T h o m a s ^ O. Hatcher, W. E. Kidd, and N. E. Gaskins. Missing: G. G Dickerson, J- £~. Dorsey, H. A. Fenderson, J. M. Gray, W. N. Mais, A. J. Martin, H. A. Seaborne, P. S. Terry, B. Thompson, H. L. Wheeldin, and L. C, Wright,

THE SPHINX

Page 11

The General Presidents Message S WE begin a new school-year, I am sending you this word of greeting. Many of our brothers may not be able to return to college as in former years Let us earnestly hope for them ultimately the achievement of their dreams and visions. In the meantime, may those of us who are more fortunate make the best use of our opportunity in our return to school and endeavor to create for ourselves and our group the best possible future. At the outset of the year, I want to call your attention to the regional conventions for the Christmas season of 1932. These sessions in the eastern, western, and s o u t h e r n Jurisdictions should be of unusual benefit to the fraternity. The real benefit can be seen at the next general conventions and in the accruing benefits to the chapters and individual brothers. Suggested Discussion Topics Two-day sessions should be held, with

By CHARLES H. WESLEY General President three delegates present from each chapter. Discussions on the folowing topics are proposed: the internal organization of the fraternity; the general organization; the grand taxes; economics in administration; active chapters; a c t i v e graduate chapters; holding our graduate members; reinstatement fees; the Sphinx Club; the educational program; scholarship and scholarship awards; the chapter budget; initiation; the fraternity house; the racial mission of Alpha Phi Alpha; and the service of Alpha Phi Alpha to Negro college men. Constructive criticisms, suggestive reforms, programs of future development â&#x20AC;&#x201D;these and more may form profitable subjects of discussion. If you have some proposed subject send it to your regional vice-president.

There will be morning, afternoon, and evening sessions, with the attending social functions. You will hear from your vice-president concerning the details of the sessions. The entertaining chapter will endeavor, and will be so advised, not to undertake burdensome financial obligations either for themselves or for those who attend. Let us make these meetings a success in every way. We will get out of them only so much as we put into them. It is my hope that all of the chapters will cooperate one hundred percent with us in putting over the regional conventions of 1932. To this particular task and to the larger task of loyalty to the fraternity we would summon every individual brother who has seen the light. During the year 1932-1933â&#x20AC;&#x201D;more so than in years of prosperity, Alpha Phi Alpha expects every brother to do his duty.

Omega Chapter News Alpha Phi Alpha. He won the respect GRADY DeWITT KIRKLAND and love of Alpha brothers everywhere. (Contributed) Well Trained kN a farm near the little town of Prepared through intensive study and Carthage, nestled in the highlands of Mississippi, Brother Grady DeWitt by contact with actual problems eonKirkland was born on January 27, 1894. fronting the large life insurance companHe was the oldest of nine children. By ies of New York City, in the conservanature, he was kind but firm, independ- tion of their business, in 1925 he acceptent yet cooperative, progressive in ed work with the National Benefit Life thought, yet not reactionary. These and Insurance Company of Washington, D. C. many other sterling traits of character Straightway he established its first conwere nurtured in the soil of a splendid servation department, and r e n d e r e d home life and established through op- praiseworthy service to the company and portunities for leadership in scholarship its policyholders. and athletics which came to him while He worked on company projects not a student at Tougaloo University. only in his office but also in his home. His health Driven by an inner urge for a thorough The strain was too great. education, he matriculated at Straight failed in January 192S during the closing University in 1916. His advance studies days of a home office conference of manwere interrupted in 1918, when he enter- agers whom he was leading in a study ed the army and served overseas in the of conservation through agency building. headquarters detachment of the 92nd His immediate retirement from buisness Division. Upon his return from France, became necessary. he resumed his work at Straight.' Soon Loses Brave Fight after his graduation, he began postThat same grit and determination graduate study in banking and insurance which made him leader in athletics, a at Columbia University. His zeal and dependable soldier in war, and a faithful special fitness in this field soon merited worker in business, became his ally durfor him an apprenticeship with the ing the years when he battled for the Amalgamated Banks of New York City. restoration of his health in the Veterans' It was during this period that he was Hospital at Tuskegee, Alabama, and the pledged and initiated into Eta Chapter of Fitzsimons Hospital in Denver, Colorado.

After "chasing the cure" with steadfast courage and with marked improvement for more than four years, he decided to undergo the operation, which seemingly offered every hope of restoring his health, but his heart failed to stand the strain. He died Septemer 30, 1932. His remains were interred in Arlington National Cemetery with military honors. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Madeleine W. Kirkland, who teaches at Howard University; Mrs. Alice Kirkland, his mother; five sisters, and two brothers. Alpha Phi Alpha returns to the desert sands another great man to silently face the East.

* * * * WILTON JACKSON, formerly president of Omicron Chapter, best known to Pittsburghers as "Big Jack," has joined Omega Chapter. His death occurred last July. Omicron Chapter and all Alpha men mourn his passing. * * * * On August 20 the hearts of Iota Lambda Chapter, Indianapolis, were touched by sadness when death invaded its ranks and took from them one of their most promising members, Brother P o r te r Horner. He was graduated from Shortlidge High School some years ago, went Continued on Page 21

Page 12

THE

SPHINX

Significant Alpha News FISK UNIVERSITY lists in a pamphlet of publications by members of its department of social sciences books by two brothers, Dr. Charles S. Johnson and Dr. E. Franklin Frazier. Brother Johnson's tome is: "The Negro in American Civilization," while Brother Frazier's tomes are: "The Negro Family in Chicago" and "The Free Negro Family."

* * * • AGUINALDO LANIER is at Harvard University completing the requirements for his Ph. D. degree. He formerly was a member of Alpha Epsilon Lambda Chapter, Jackson, Miss. * * * » McKINLEY PETERSON has returned to Lincoln Academy at Fort Pierce, Florida, where he is headmaster.

* • • •

students and a plant worth over $100,000. He has held many positions of honor in the Presbyterian Church and civic and fraternal organizations. * * • • ALPHA IOTA CHAPTER has received a letter from the city of Denver expressing the city's appreciation and thanks for the work done by the chapter among the poor and needy, and, specifically, for the inestimable aid rendered to the chapter's "adopted" family. * * * * THE REV. D. M. JORDAN has gone to Dayton, Ohio, to answer the call of McKinley A. M. E. Church, which gave a big reception in his honor and at which Theta Lambda's members were invited guests. * * » * ALBERT DIXON, of Chicago, is the only Negro in a large real estate office in that city, having over four hundred tenants to oversee. He is married and has three little ones calling him Daddy.

LEROY DUES, of Alpha U p s i I o n Chapter Detroit, and a student at Detroit City College, earned his right last spring and summer to compete in the final try* » * • outs at Palo Alto, California, for the American Olympic team. He placed first JAMES A. PARSONS, chemist with in several preliminary trials and was a the Duriron Company in Dayton, was consistent winner or runner-up at various elected vice president of the National meets before that. At the final trials Technical Association during its convenin California he could not compete be- tion in Detroit in the fall. He holds a cause of a swollen knee resulting from Harmon award for distinguished achievethe long trip acrass the country by ment in science. motor. * * * * * » • » RALPH W. FINDLEY was a g a i n ROBERT EVANS was recently ad- placed in charge of the Dayton Y. M. C. mitted to practice in the United States A.'s 1932 membership drive, after sucSupreme Court. He is an outstanding cessfully heading last year's drive. member of the legal profession in De* * » * troit and a member of Alpha Upsilon HARRY K. CRAFT, formerly execuChapter. He specialized in civil law. tive secretary of the Pittsburgh Y. M. * * » • C A. in Harlem, succeeding the former RICHARD LAUREY finished his medsecretary (Thomas Taylor) who retired. ical studies at Detroit College of MediSucceeding to the Pittsburgh "Y" post cine last June with very high honors and is H. T. Miller, formerly head of the is now interning at Provident Hospital Toledo Y. M. C. A. in Chicago. In Detroit he was a mem» * * * ber of Alpha Upsilon Chapter. CLARENCE T. MASON, formerly * * * • DR. J. W. HOLLEY, president of Geor- president of Alpha Mu Chapter at Evansgia N. and A. College, Albany, was one ton, 111., now a student at McGill University at Montreal, Canada, has made a of the chief figures at the General Asremarkable record there. Last year he sembly of the Presbyterian Church of the was awarded an assistantship in chemisU. S. A. at Denver, Colo., last summer. try for this year. His speech nominating President William • * • « H. Johnson of Lincoln University (Pa.) WILLIAM C. PYANT, of the staff of for moderator precipitated the most the Emerson Branch Y. M. C. A. at spontaneous outbursts of applause of Evanston, 111., and secretary of Alpha the entire session. The school which h e ' Mu Chapter, was unanimously elected to established as a Bible and manual trainsucceed himself as secretary of the Naing institute in 1904 has grown from a tional Pan-Hellenic Council during its one-shack plant and a handful of stu- sessions in Louisville, Ky., during last dents to a college of several hundred May.

MARSHALL LEWIS, star University of Pittsburgh athlete, who graduated last June, is now in New York with his pretty wife, the former Miss Alvelda McDonald. His parting left the university and Omicron Chapter keenly conscious of the loss of a fine student and athlete and an energetic brother.

* * * * WOODFORD HARRIS, another Pittsburgh University and Omicron Chapter brother, has received his degree. He made an unusual record in athletics, given in detail in Omicron's news letter, climaxed by his selection to go to California to represent his college in the I. C. 4-A meet at Berkeley. Only three men went for Pittsburgh, and although Brother Harris didn't win he deserves praise for his achievement and showing against the nation's best runners. * * * * HOWARD SPENCER is another athlete whose exploits in track brought joy to Alpha Phi Alpha. A pledge of the fraternity, this Geneva College athlete was a consistent winner of points and medals at the biggest indoor and outdoor meets last winter and spring. An injured heel—he jumps with only one shoe on—threw him off-form for the tryouts for the American Olympic team. His leaps average between 6 feet 5 inches to 6 feet 7 inches. * * * * HUGO WYNN is the first brother to wear a Pitt Players key at the University of Pittsburgh. He is affiliated with Omicron Chapter. * * * * J. LORRAINE JONES is working toward his Ph. D. in biology at the University of Pittsburgh. * * * * WALTER R. TALBOT, Omicron Chapter, has been awarded another Graduate Council scholarship a t Pittsburgh for work toward his doctorate in mathematics. * • • • PAUL PERKINS, pledge at Washington and Jefferson College, has made the freshman football team, being the first of the race to wear the togs of that school since the days of the g r e a t CHARLES WEST. * * * * A. H. HENDERSON, president of Alpha Pi Lambda Chapter, holds the distinction of being the only Negro among the five registered basketball officials in North Carolina listed in the official Basketball Guide.

(

THE SPHINX METHA C. FIN LEY, Alpha Psi Chapter, took the scholarship honors the 1932 class at Lincoln University (Mo.). He received his degree cum laude and was valedictorian of his class. * * * * RALPH A. SPENCER, president of Alpha Psi Chapter, was the only student at Lincoln University (Mo.) last year to succeed in rating "A" in all of his subjects. * * * * JOSEPH ADKINS, president of Alpha Delta Lambda Chapter, head coach at LeMoyne College, Memphis, Tenn., has taken his material and whipped it into one of the best teams in that section of the country.

* * * * RAY WHITTAKER, of Xi Chapter, has been unanimously elected editor-inchief of The Mi rror, Wilberforce University student publication.

* * * * PI CHAPTER, Cleveland, celebrated its 18th anniversary with a formal dance last spring in one of the finest ballrooms in the city.

* * * * BETA NU CHAPTER was established at Florida A. and M. College on April 23, 1932, with the installation ceremonies being conducted by Vice P r e s i d e n t Charles W. Greene of the southern jurisdiction, Jewel Brother Charles H. Chapman, and A. L. Kidd of the alumni chapter.

* * * * R. O'HARA LANIER, dean of the college of arts and sciences at Florida A. and M. College, last spring while on leave completed a year's study at Harvard toward his doctor's degree. * * * * J. R. E. HAYDEN, for several years instructor of biology at Talladega, is working on his Ph. D. degree at Chicago University. * * * * THE REV. A. E. GREGORY was automatically released from the Talladega College f a c u l t y when the depression forced the institution to drop its department of religion. * * * * SCHOLARSHIP winners at Talladega College last Spring were Herbert C. Boggs, Herbert H. Denton, and Carlton L. Lee and Pledge O. E. Hicks. Brother Denton is athletic manager this year. * * * * UNION UNIVERSITY honor graduates last June included Hylan Lewis and James Payne (cum laude). * * * * EDWIN C. JONES, who was recently elected to the principalship of one of the largest public schools in Memphis, Tenn., happens to be, also, the youngest principal in the city. Brother Jones, before his last appoint-

ment, served as assistant principal of Booker T. Washington High School of that city under the late Brother G. P. Hamilton. He received his early training in the school over which he presides. Brother Jones is a graduate of Wilberforce University and a candidate for an M. A. at Northwestern University. He is also the secretary of Alpha Delta Lambda Chapter.

* * * * ROBERT P. DANIEL has received his Ph. D. degree from Columbia University and is now back at Union University as head of the department of education. * * * * BETA GAMMA C H A P T E R led in scholarship ranking at Virginia State College during the fall and winter quarters last year. * * > * STERLING MAUPIN has been elected business manager of the Lincoln University (Pa.) News and vice-president of the Athletic Association.

*' * * * F. LAURENCE T E M P L E T ON, Nu Chapter, Lincoln (Pa.) University, is football manager, assistant librarian, president of the Student Council, and vice-president of the Eastern Pennsylvania Y. M. C. A. Council this year. Last year he was president of the chapter. He has won many honors at Lincoln.

* * * * WARREN SMITH, winner of the Phi Lambda Society literary contest, will be coach and captain of the Lincoln (Pa.) University soccer team this year, vicepresident of the Student Council, and chairman of the Junior Prom invitation committee.

* * * * PAUL TERRY won the golf championship of Lincoln University (Pa.) last spring.

Page 18 R. NATHANIEL DETT, former director of music at Hampton Institute, is now in Rochester, N. Y., where he conducts a music studio and directs the allwhite American Radio Choir of professional singers which broadcasts regularly from WHAM a Rochester station. He has received a scholarship for another year's special study at the E a s t m a n School of Music in that city, and almost weekly is a guest of honor at some important event at which he plays or discusses music.

* * * * IVAN EARLE TAYLOR began his duties as professor of English at Virginia Union University, Richmond, with the opening of the college this fall. He holds B. A. and M. A. degrees from Howard University, having received the former in 1931 and the latter degree last June. He lives in New York City at 435 Convent Ave., and is a graduate of DeWitt Clinton High School there. Before going to Howard he studied two years at City College of New York. At Howard he was active in campus affairs and during 1931-32 was a fellow in the English department. In his undergraduate days he was editor of The Hilltop, student newspaper, and of the Howard year book. He is on the editorial staff of The Sphinx.

* * * * BOOKER BROOKS, University o f Michigan athlete, after a brilliant season on the track, where he specializes in the shotput and discus throw, won a trip to California last summer to compete in the final American tryouts for the Olympic team. He placed ninth in the discus preliminaries with a throw of 147.70 feet, which was not sufficient to win one of the three places on the U. S. team.

* * * HERMAN MARROW, ranking tennis player, won the Cardoza Tennis Medal in competition at Lincoln (Pa.) University for two consecutive years. * â&#x20AC;˘ * * RICHARD HILL, a graduate of Lincoln and a former member of Nu Chapter, began his duties as professor of English at the Pensylvania college this fall. He is Lincoln's first Negro professor. * * â&#x20AC;˘ * CLARENCE CAMERON WHITE, now director of music at Hampton Institute, was presented the David Bispham Memorial Medal as one of the features of the season's first operatic concert in Chicago on November 13. A rendition of his new operatic composition "Ouanga" was another highlight of the event. He recently returned from Paris where he had been studying on a fellowship and where he completed his opera based on Haitian life.

Two Experiments (Continued from Page 10.) gro life have been studied, thus setting the patterns of the literature about the Negro. There could be no such observation regarding this element of the population and there should be no reason or occasion for inadequate, insufficient, or warped returns through failure to respond. In keeping with our interest in educational and other movements aimed at the higher values of life, let us urge every brother and every college graduate even though he may not be a brother, to render active assistance to this study by providing the information that is sought. If questionnaires have been mislaid, a card to Brother Johnson at Fisk University will bring additional copies. If a brother does not care to sign the blank, he need not do so.

Pa«re 14

THE SPHINX

By O. WILSON WINTERS EXTRA! Denies Using Bean Stalk to Burglarize Home: "Publicity Stunt, Jack Heatedly Insists." * * * Jack, Jill, Social Climbers, Claim Cops Framed Them in "Transportation of Liquor" Charges Before Grand Jury. Cops insist gin, not water, was in pail. * * * Matron Alleges Alice Dope Fiend. Story of "Wonderland" trip, hallucination. * * * Seen and Heard Since Commencement Teacher—"Why did you name this child 'Opium'?" Mandy—"Because I read dat opium is derived from a wild poppy and if ever a chile has a wild poppy, its sho' dis one!" * * * Son—"What does the word 'chauffeur' mean?" Mother—"That's a name given to the driver of a motor car." S o n — ( A f t e r a moment's thought) "That wasn't the name papa gave to the driver of the car that nearly ran into him yesterday." * * * Civil Service—"Who was your mother before she was married?" Sensitive Sorority Girl—"The v e r y idea. I didn't have any mother before she was married." » * • He punched his medical examination because he wrote that "Babies are developed from the bite of a mad dog." * * * The sirens lured men to the rocks, In days beyond our ken Our sirens work the other way, They lure the "rocks" from men.

* * * At The Confessional Penitent—"Yas suh, and I'se done broke de Sebbenth Commandments." Priest—"How old are you Auntie?" Penitent—"I'se eighty years old." Priest—"Wasn't that sin committed years a g o ? " Penitent—"Yas suh, but I jest loves to talk about it." * * » Precocious Kindergartenist "My mama had triplets and three months later she had twins." "Oh no, that is impossible!" "Yes she did, one of the triplets died."

Satan (to newcomer)—"Hey! You act as if you owned this place." Newcomer—"I do. My wife gave it to me constantly."

And why not try—Excuse our hammer! To satisfy The rules of grammar!

* * *

With Apologies to the Recent B. E. F. When I was young and in my prime 0 thought it great to have a dime; And so it gives me quite a pain To find myself that way again.

Noah, at least the story goes, was caught by Mrs. Webster in a somewhat compromising situation with the housemaid. "Why Noah," she exclaimed, "I am surprised!" To which he replied "No dear, I am surprised. You are astonished." * * * Brothers Dr. Ernest Cherrie and A. PTureaud of Sigma Lambda were invited out one night to their first bridge game. They were placed at different tables and the game went on and on. On the way home both were so very downcast and reticent. Finally Tureaud spoke up and said, "How did you make out Cherrie?" Cherrie: "As a bridge player, I'm an old gray mare." Tureaud: "Yes, and I am a part of that same horse, organically speaking. And they made each other "vulnerable by assuming the well known leap frog position and making a tangent with each others shoe tip. En—ki—a—te!

* * * "Who was that lady I saw you with last night?" "That was no lady! That was a female impersonator." (Aha, I fooled you that time!)

* * * She was a sweet young thing. But oh so dumb. He was idly playing soft music on the piano as he chatted with her sitting close by him. Air after air of popular music came to him as he played again and again brief snatches of recent song hits. Suddenly she looked up at him sweetly and exclaimed, "Oh play that song they sang in Havana so much last winter." He couldn't remember any particularly favorite song, but he hummed a recent rhumba and she said, "That's the one, its called, 'They like a rumor of a tumor down in Cuba."

* * * 'Why did you give up the stage after appearing in that old Roman p l a y ? " "The audience wanted me to be thrown to them instead of to the lions."

* * * This Scotchman was so tight he refused to buy the car until the salesman agreed to throw in the clutch. * * * New Minister—"How do you like my sermons?" Old Maid—"Splendid, I never knew what sin was until you came."

* * * Twice Told Rhymes Now here a proverb Instructive and curt— The thinner the nozzle The further the squirt. * * * "The Siamese Twins spooned in the dell United they stood, united they fell." * * * Bad Grammar I clean and dye To satisfy Both you and I. —Sign in a store window (Written under in chalk)

He's A Colorado First Continued from Page 8 ter of the Odd Fellows; one of the most active members of the Glenarm Branch Y. M. C. A., Denver, and a long time member of the branch's committee of management. He is a prominent Episcopalian, a vestryman of the Church of the Holy Redeemer. As a candidate for City Council in the last city election, his sensational showing against the highpowered all-white machine was one °* the features of the election, he being the first candidate to ever mass the Negro voters successfully. In developing and maintaining one of the city's most successful businesses, his endeavors have been a model and inspiration. For a year he served Alpha I ° t a as its efficient secretary, and for two terms was the body's president. He is a frater from whom that i n ' tangible something known as the "Alph a Spirit" fairly radiates. During the Democratic Chicago "Yaw-Yaw" he established very valuable contacts.

THE SPHINX

Pa*« 16

Brother Wesley Offered College Presidency k R.

R. R. WRIGHT, Jr., Philadelphia, editor of The Christian Recorder, has been made the president of Wilberforce University which was made vacant by the decision of Brother Dr. C. H. Wesley on July 4, not to accept the office to which he had been elected last May. Brother Wesley was elected president of the university shortly after the A. M. E. quadrennial conference in Cleveland, where he failed to get elected to the bishopric by 21 votes. His election followed the resignation under pressure of Dr. Gilbert H. Jones. The following is Brother Wesley's resignation addressed to Bishop R a n s o m on July 4: "Dear Bishop Ransom: "I am sending the following statement which explains my views briefly in declining to continue further as the president of Wilberforce University. I have thought long and prayerfully over this decision. I have given the situation there a full and free investigation so far as it relates to my personal predelections, and I am convinced that I should take the position which I now assume in this matter. "As between historical research and college administration of the type demanded at Wilberforce, I prefer the former. As between the varying conflicting denominational, political and personal elements and animosities within and immediately surrounding Wilberforce, and the situation out of which I would come, I prefer the latter. "The interests and welfare of my family are also weighty consideration. An uncertain income and support, the lack

DR. CHARLES H. WESLEY of a home for the president, and the prospect of an inadequate one as a result of the financial condition there, are contributing factors. "I assure you, however, that these things being equal, because of its alumni, its friends, and its future opportunity, the debt of a quarter of a million dollars, large as it is, would not have deterred me as a single factor. I believe that this situation can be met by a united effort. "At first I was challenged by the call of Wilberforce University—the oldest school founded by our race group. The challenge which the s c h o o l m a k e s

through its history, its opportunity, and its racial appeal is indisputable. But each of us must decide this matter in the light of his own personal views, abilities, and experiences, and his largest service to the group. "I believe that I can be of larger service in the field of historical scholarship, in which I have had intense training, rather than in the administration of the work which comes within the province of the president of Wilberforce University. "The failure of our effort to unify the administration by combining the offices of the president of the university and superintendent of the combined normal and industrial department at Wilberforce (state-supported) was an obstacle to our progress as a unified educational plant, and may continue an unfortunate division between state and church. "I have carefully weighed the matter and now reach the decision to resign the presidency of Wilberforce to be effective on the occasion of its acceptance. In view of your statement at the New York Conference concerning an alternative which you had in mind if I had not accepted, I do not anticipate that you will be caused any difficulty in obtaining an able successor to the position which I now relinquish. "I also trust that I may not have caused you any personal or official embarrassment in this connection, and I wish for you and the work God's blessings and guidance as you continue to carry forward the work so nobly done by those who have preceded you. "Sincerely yours, ("Signed) Charles H. Wesley."

This JVay Out, Greeks ITH the collapse of many fraternities in the past few years, and with the expectation that several others will "fold up" before the depression ends, the fraternity situation is bad everywhere in the country, according to George Banta Jr., white, director of a large fraternal publishing firm at Menasha, Wis. "College fraternities have been riding for a fall and they certainly have taken it," said Mr. Banta. "There has been too much of the 'Hoorah, let's have a drink' in the fraternities, too much of swearing undying allegiance to dear old Alpha Beta Gamma, and all the brothers good and true." Ban on Dormitories To save the day for the struggling fraternities, Mr. Banta believes universities should not erect dormitories which

compete with Greek letter houses. After criticizing the fraternities for their unbusinesslike tactics in the past, Mr. Banta declared that it is not yet too late to save something out of the wreckage. Suggests Preceptor "First of all," Mr. Banta outlined, "your hypothetical fraternity—we'll call it Alpha Beta—first request o u t s i d e help, since it has demonstrated that it cannot solve its problems by itself. A preceptor from national headquarters or from one of the strong chapters must come into the Alpha Beta house to take charge. He must be strong, intelligent, young, but a few years older than the students themselves. "The preceptor's first job is to make the boys study, to prevent their being kicked out of school. Right now the fra-

ternity's big job is to keep in college all the boys pledged because all are needed to supply the cash. Alumni and Creditors "Next, the preceptor must tackle the finances. Get the alumni to give their support for the period of stress and get the creditors to grant more time and, if possible, to ease the burden. Just remind the creditors that a fraternity house isn't of much value except to a fraternity, and perhaps they'll be reasonable. "Undoubtedly our fraternity owes numerous bills around town, too. Those merchants must be asked for time while the chapter straightens out its affairs. Remind them that a defunct organization pays few bills. "The next step is to put all individual Continuer on Page 17

Page 16

THE SPHINX

Three Alpha Coaches T the meeting of the Lincoln University Board of Athletic Control in Philadelphia Wednesday, July 13, Brother Ernest "Spank" Smith was selected as coach of the university football team for the ensuing year. Brother Smith, who was captain and quarterback of last year's varsity, is very popular with the student body at Lincoln and apparently enjoys the confidence of both the student body and faculty. The new coach won the prize last year awarded annually to the student who contributed most to the athletic life of the University. "Spank" was a member of the varsity in his freshman, junior, and senior years, and was captain during his senior year. His other athletic activities include participation in varsity

son. Verdell, head coach, was cavorting on Northwestern's end when Brother Bell was a sophomore. The former Purple wingman was coached by Dick Handley while Brother Bell's toutoring was under Sam Willaman. During Brother Bell's three years of varsity competition, he never had to have time taken out on his account for injuries. Opposing linemen invariably said he was the hardest man to take out

INMAN BREAUX basketball for three years, during one of which he was captain, and baseball two years. He was also connected with the Intramural Council during his freshman and sophomore years; was vice president of Nu Chapter for two years, and president during his junior year. His other campus activities included, president of Intorfraternal Council and Varsity Club during his junior and senior years, and class president for two years. Bell At Howard Brother William "Big Bill" Bell, former Ohio State tackle, is assisting Tom Verdell as coach at Howard University this fall. Brother Bell is also a student at Howard, majoring in physical education, and expects to earn his degree in that subject after four quarters. He hopes also to gain assistantships in other sports during the school year.

BILL BELL

Fresh out of Big Ten Conference football with one of the most sensational records of the modern era, Brother Bell is expected to strengthen the Bison forward wall from tackle to tackle. A 1932 graduate of Ohio State, he was named three years as all-Western Conference tackle and last year was mentioned on several all-America selections In college, Brother Bell's major study was sociology, while his minor was physical education. Hoping to make his career in coaching and physical education, he now plans to specialize in that field The addition of the Buckeye luminary to Howard's staff makes the second Big Ten star to guide the destiny of the BiERNEST SMITH

Page 17

THE SPHINX of the play, but always praised him for his sportsmanship and fairness. Brother Bell served as counsellor at Camp Guilford Bower in New York last summer. The camp is maintained by St. Phillip's Episcopal Church. Breaux At A. and T. The appointment of Brother Inman A. Breaux as head coach of athletics at A. and T. College, was officially confirmed by the college in the early fall. The former all-around star of Virginia Union University received his first baptism of fire as head coach when the Greensboro team engaged his alma mater at Richmond on October 1. He succeeds Brother Harry R. Jefferson who resigned several months ago. Brother Breaux received his collegiate degree from Union University a few years ago and recently received the de-

gree of bachelor of physical education from Springfield College, Springfield, Mass. He is well prepared to fill the position to which he has been elected. He attended the summer school for athletic coaches at Northwestern University, and took over his new duties at the Greensboro institution on September 1. In addition to coaching the football teams, he will have charge of all other athletics at the college and will be head of the department of physical education His Athletic Record Brother Breaux was varsity quarterback all of the four years during which he attended Union University. In 1926 and 1927 the C. I. A. A. All-Star committee voted him to be the best quarterback in the association during the respective seasons. He is considered to

be one of the best athletes aver to perform in the C. I. A. A. In addition to the laurels won on the gridiron while at Union Brother Breaux starred in track, baseball, and basketball, earning letters in all four major sports for four successive years. He was also assistant coach in football, baseball, and basketball while attending the Richmond institution. To Have 2 Assistants Brother Breaux also has two able assistants selected from the A. and T. faculty during the football season. In addition to himself, the coaching staff now consists of Brothers W. N. Rivers, former Talladega College star and coach of Clafiin University, and L. H. Knox, who played varsity halfback at Bates College for three years.

To Chapter Secretaries KNOW all of you are glad that vacation days are over and that with the resumption of chapter activities we are able to get back into line again and enJoy the fellowship that comes from our regular meetings. And now I want to ask of each chapter secretary that he give the fullest measure of cooperation to the work of this office in order that routine matters may be handled with the greatest possible dispatch. Even though I may repeat some of the things I have already told you, let me make the following reminders:

Corrections in Records There have been changes in the roster of chapter officers. Won't you please send in at once the NAMES AND ADDRESSES' of ALL of your chapter officers so that our card records may be completed and proper corrections made in the official directory? Also send a complete list of: a. Names and addresses of FINANCIAL members who are actually carried on your chapter roll. b. Names and addresses of UNFI-

By JOSEPH H. B. EVANS General Secretary NANCIAL members who are actually carried on your chapter roll. c. Names and NEW ADDRESSES of members who have left the seat of your chapter but who have not been officially transferred to another chapter. d. Names of members of the chapter whose ADDRESSES ARE UNKNOWN. Delinquent Members We have sent you the details of the plan approved by the executive council for reinstating delinquent brothers on a part-payment basis. This plan is designed for those cases where the reinstatement fee required by the constitution is more than the brother can pay in a lump sum. It can be used to advantage if you push it. But above all work on those members who are delinquent for 1932. Get Financial For Regionals The requirement for participation at a regional convention will include, as at general conventions, the presentation of a 1933 pass card by every visiting broth-

er or delegate. We will get out the pass cards to chapters as fast as remittances are received and in those cases where remittances come in on the border line we will send to the regional vice-president the list of brothers who are financial with the general organization. If a brother can show a 1932 pass card (but not a 1933 pass card) you understand that he will be expected to pay the current grand tax, plus fine. He will receive a "conference receipt" which will serve as his pass card during the regional, and when the report comes in to this office, the official pass card will be issued and forwarded to his chapter for delivery to him. If a brother was not financial either for 1932 or 1933, he must pay at the conference this reinstatement fee and grand tax. If when the report is received in this office we find that there is a balance due on reinstatement, the chapter will be so notified. May we count on you to do your part in getting this information over? Let's pull together to make a strong closing for 1932.

This fVay Out, Greeks ( Continued from Page 15) accounts on a monthly basis. Let every member of the chapter pay his house bill each month or let the others know why he doesn't. If a chapter choses to carry aiong a star athlete or a couple of deadheads, that's the chapter's business. But its eyes should be open to what it's doing. Cut Down Expenses

"To save money the chapter must cut

down on the expensive parties. Poor people have no right to be entertaining lavishly and that's what these fraternity members areâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;poor people. If the chapter has entered into costly contracts for music, we should invite other fraternities to join the parties and pay part of the expense, or break the contract some way. "And lastly, we must ask the university itself to help us. A small college

does take a deep personal interest in the boys, but a large university doesn't. So we of Alpha Beta must ask for cooperation from the faculty committees. We must get outside help on academic subjects, we must be limited when we want to spend too much. The university, for example, shouldn't erect dormitories when they might imperil the other campus organizations,"

Page 18

THE SPHINX

We Have A World Champion L

OS ANGELES, Calif.—As Eddie Tolan hurled his stocky form into the tape a bare two inches ahead of Ralph Metcalfe in the Olympic 100 meter final here, Monday, Aug. 1, America saw a twelve-year dream come true, and the bespectacled "Midnight Express" from Detroit ascended the heap of the world's greatest sprinters, broke the Olympic record, tied the world record, mastered the overwhelming favorite who has raced unbeaten all season, and for the first time in the annals of modern Olympic competition gave the Negro race a sprint champion.

By CHARLES H. WILLIAMS, Zeta Lambda (Athletic Director, Hampton Institute) (Reprinted from the Journal and Guide)

calfe was then six yards in the van. Few believe that such a handicap could be overcome in 50 meters. Yet when those 180 pounds of sinewy brawn answered the challenge, sixty thousand hearts al10.3 mark of Percy Williams made in most stood still. 1931. The unbeaten catapault of the century Arthur Jonath of Germany, Europe's was off to keep his slate clean. The open greatest dash star, could do no better space between him and Tolan began to than third against the ebony lightning simmer away as if the jaws of some of Uncle Sam. The other American engiant vice were closing to crush the hopes try, George Simpson, white, was fourth, of Michigan's "Midnight E x p r e s s . a bare foot behind the German. Phenominally he came to the tape virMetcalfe Late Starting tually abreast of Tolan and in the next As Tolan and Metcalfe flashed across step surged ahead. Not since 1920 when Charley Paddock the finish line, the vast throng of specSo inspiring was his climax that the won the "100" has a Yankee sent the tators rose to their feet to pay them a huge throng of bellowing fans believed Stars and Stripes atop the flagpole in resounding ovation. Tolan, too, thought Metcalfe was the winner. The announcet"he Olympic short dash. The last two that the meteoric finish of his teammate ment that Tolan was first brought forth games saw the cream of America's had carried Metcalfe to victory, for he a gasp of astonishment from the crowd. sprinting crop bow to Canada's flyers. rushed over to the Marquette sophomore Then the time: "Ten and three-tenths But this year, with the hopes and and shook his hand vigorously. seconds." The roar of the American prayers of their countrymen resting on Half way down the stretch, Tolan over- partisans cascaded down the humanitytheir shoulders, Tolan and M e t c a l f e hauled the flying Nipponese Yoshioka, packed slopes of the Olympic Stadiumrushed down the cinder trail a full yard who was the first out of his holes. MetBut it didn't matter much, for both of ahead of Europe's greatest runners, battling desperately like two pent up thunderbolts suddenly unleashed across the *fl Mb . golden California horizon. t ^ i — a \ _ — ^ -

Wins By 2 Inches Sixty thousand pairs of eyes followed their titanic struggle through the final thirty yards. Tolan held a slight edge, but in the last few strides the ""Marquette Meteor" released a terrific explosion of speed and came to the tape ike a catapult. But Tolan's machine-like smoothness, his legs pounding up and down like roller-bearinged pistons, gave his all to hold the lead. Another yard and he would have lost the prized world championship, but it was his chest which broke the tape first. Motion pictures of the finish showed that he won by two inches. Phil Edwards, former N. Y. U. captain, forced Hampson (white) of England to a new 800 meters world's record of 1:49.8. Edwards placed third after setting a burning pace and holding the lead until the last 150 yards. Wilson of Canada, his white teammate, was second. Tolan and Metcalfe qualified for the 200 meters by lowering the Olympic record. Today America rides on the crest of international sprinting supremacy with two of her sons—both ebonyhued greyhounds from the Midwest—carrying the banner of a one-two finish. Tolan's time was 10.3 seconds, 2-10 of a second faster than the accepted Olympic record, 2-10 faster than his own world record held jointly with Charles Paddock, which was only a few days ago displaced by the

fci •• :;3£&:'•'-'•• •:-.y--i'

::::™--

Whether B r o t h e r Eddi calfe won the c l o I '"Tn^ ^ * Tolan or Ralph Met10 o f t h e finish and t h ; P T t ^ ^ " ° " U W ° r t h y o f consideration. The judge* that l " ^ I FnH• » T a 6 y e " P h o t < W i c record of the race agreed Y o u ' / Z l c t ha in „ T " ' ^ ft W a S a m a t t e r ° f **<*»« was incidentalshows the L S of t h ? ^ r a C e b e t W e e " t h e W O r l d ' s fi"est « » « » . T h i s P i c t U r e Olympi 200 n e L , P J S " " * l°° m 6 t e r d a s h " Brothe>- Tolan also won the d Uble W i n n e r i n t h S S I H e S ^ t " " .p,lnt ^ ° n,y ° UPremaCy for A m * ™ « ' s events of the

2S2^i?i33£3. * pion sprinter-

6 C a U S e h e , s o n e oi

- - Alpha Phi Alpha

« - E d d i e Tolan, world's ch.m-

THE SPHINX the gallant flyers had vindicated decisively the supremacy of America on the record books. Metcalfe, the younger and newest to reach national championship h e i g h t s packs a terrific "kick." In the MidWestern Olympic tryouts he won both the 100 and 200 meters by coming from behind, as was his threatened bid in Monday's clash. Since early season he has been clocking the 100-yards in 9 5-10 seconds. The crowd roared on Monday when Tolan beat Metcalfe by only two inches in the 100 meter final and again Wednesday as Tolan eliminated any question of the outcome by beating Simpson by two full yards, with Metcalfe a scant half-foot further behind in third place. Tolan Double Champion So after twelve years of waiting the United States regained sprint supremacy on the cinder path by wresting the hopedfor honors from the broad shoulders of Percy Williams, Canada's white hope and 1928 winner of both dashes, and at the same time crowned a double champion in the person of little bespectacled Eddie Tolan. In the 200 meter dash Tolan led Metcalfe, Simpson, white, of Ohio S t a t e ; Jonath of Germany, Joubret of South Africa, and Yoshioka of Japan, to the

tape in the most exciting finish ever witnessed for a new Olympic and world record in 21.2. It was 1-2-3 for the British empire in the 800 meter sprint with Phil Edwards of Canada, former New York University captain, finishing third, after setting the pace and leading the field most of the distance, as noted in these columns last week. Hampson of England won the event with a new world record of 1 minute 49.8 seconds. Edwards also ran third in the 1,500 meter race, the Olympic equivalent of the mile. Beccali of Italy swept that event by mustering a burst of speed and hauling down Cornes, Englishman, and Edwards to take first place in 3:51 2-10 seconds, a new Olympic record. The 1,500 meters equals 1,640 yards, 1 foot 4 3-4 inches. Wired Congratulations Tolan and Metcalfe were wired congratulations by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People thru its secretary, Walter White, from its New York headquarters. "You have by your great achievement," the N. A. A. C. P. t e l e g r a m read, "brought honor not only to your country and yourself, but to your race as well. No sane man who is free from prejudice can view your magnificent feat in its

Page 19 gruelling demands on energy and courage and ever again think or speak of Negroes as slothful or lacking in stamina and heart." Runners Acclaimed The liberal press is an unit in acclaiming these two great athletes. "With Tolan and Metcalfe finishing one-two," writes Bill Corum in the New York Evening Journal, "it would appear that Eugene O'Neill said a mouthful when he pointed out that all God's chillun got wings." Corum pays high tribute to Tolan as "a first-rate scholar and thorough sportsman with a quiet and dignified personality," and concluded: "Thus do c l e a n sports, in spite of all the kidding about the arguments they star, go on wiping out arbitrary lines of creed and race and color." Lawson Robertson, Head Coach of the American track and field team, declared that Tolan's victory "was one of the most spectacular finishes that I have ever seen in all my athletic career." Tolan was given a royal welcome on his return to Detroit and in August Governor Bruckner declared a state-wide Tolan Day in his honor. Tolan has announced his decision to quit track to study medicine.

Cupid's Corner To Brother and Mrs. P. Bernard Young Jr., was born a son on July 29, at Dixie Hospital, Hampton, Va. The new arrival's name is P. Bernard Young 3rd, and will be the fourth generation of a newsPaper family if he takes up journalism. Brother and Mrs. Young, who is the former Miss Undine Davis of Hampton, were married June 27, 1931, and now reside in Norfolk, Va. The youngster's father is editor of The Sphinx and managing editor of the Journal and Guide. * » * * Another father in Alpha's official family is Brother Percival R. Piper, Detroit attorney and treasurer of Alpha Phi Alpha. To him and the charming Mrs. Piper during last summer was born a son. Information has not been forthcoming as to the little fellow's name, but the "little bird" tells us that he will be Percy, Jr., and that he is already able to say "daddy" and "brother"—the latter in anticipation of some day becoming a swell Alpha man like his father. * * * * Brother W. H. Williams, president of Alpha Epsilon Lambda Chapter, Jackson, Miss., joined the ranks of benedicts last summer when he and the former Miss Nellie O. Burbridge of New Orleans, La., were joined in holy wedlock. Brother Fred Litefoot and the charm-

ing Miss Celeris Williams of Columbus, Ohio, were married a few months ago. His best man was Brother Stinson Broaddus, a fellow member of Alpha Upsilon Chapter, Detroit. * * * Brother Herman Washington, former star athlete at and graduate of Virginia Union University, and Miss Naomi Hucles, of Norfolk, Va., a Virginia Union senior, were married on June 6, 1932, it was recently announced. Mrs. Washington is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and the daughter of Mrs. Ruth B. Hucles, Y. W- C. A. secretary in Norfolk. Brother Washington is now matriculated in the graduate school of the University of Denver, majoring in social science.

* * * * The Rev. Brother S. M. Riley, Jr., formerly pastor of Centenary M. E. Church, Akron, Ohio, who has been assigned to Scott's M. E. Church, Denver, Colo., went to Akron a few months ago and returned with a bride. The Sphinx's informant does not supply further details.

* * * * The most important social event of the summer in Dayton, Ohio, was the marriage of Brother James M. Pierce to Miss Julia Walker of New York City, on Aug-

ust 31. Brother Pierce and Mrs. Pierce are now living at 134 Bank St., Dayton. »

•

During last June Brother Otis T. Hogue, of Knoxville, Tenn., and Miss Malissia Holland, of Washington, D. C , both teachers in the public schools of Winston-Salem, N. C , were married. They honeymooned in Knoxville and are now at home at 1715 E. 11th S t r e e t , Winston-Salem. He is a member of Alpha P. Lambda Chapter. * * * * Brother Otis Smith and Miss Catherine Christine Williams were married some months ago. He is a Gamma Chapter member. * * * * Another Gamma Chapter "love casualty" was Brother James R. Paige, who was married to Miss Thelma Winston. Gamma's "Dame Rumor" says that Brother Richard Armistead was quietly married a few months ago. George—"What is the difference between satisfied and contented." Henry—"None, you sap—they are just the same." Bill Jones—"Well I am satisfied I saw Bill kissing your wife last night and I don't think you are going to be so contented about it from now on."

Page 20

THE SPHINX

Brother Edwards Fools 'Em T the danger of displeasing some Canadians who dislike to be reminded of the American training of the Maple Leaf's outstanding Olympic contestants (Duncan McNaughton, Phil Edwards, Alex Wilson) New York track fans are still to be found who regard the California campaign of Phil Edwards as one of the most sensational developments of the Olympic athletic program. The slender Negro middle distance runner who captained New York University's first intercollegiate championship track team three years ago and who developed into an international star while a student here, is receiving more attention for his two thirds in the 800 and 1,500 meter races at Los Angeles than the bulk of the Olympic winners. He went to California although ignored. Unanimously, it was agreed that his position on the Canadian Olympic team meant nothing in regard to the disposition of the Olympic middle distance awards. True, he had been a finalist in the 1928 Olympics at Amsterdam; he had finished fourth in the 800 meters when he was only a youngster; he had won the Intercollegiate A. A. A. A. half-mile championship in 1928 and 1929, cutting Ted Meredith's classic figures from 1:53 to 1:52 1-5 (which tied the American record); he had won the National A. A. U. half-mile championship and the National A. A. U. indoor 600-yard championship several times. Some Thought Him Through There was no argument over Edwards' top rating as a middle distance star on his past record. But one and all admitted he was through as a top-notcher. Hadn't he tried a comeback last winter in New York? And hadn't he given up in disgust after one race which showed him far from that speed which New York fans had applauded in the past ? It wasn't generally known that Edwards was taking a medical course at McGill University. He found that one could not mix training, with occasional trips to New York and Boston, Newark and Philadelphia, and medical studies. Edwards gave up running. He completed his first year of medical studies satisfactorily, and not until then—which was late in May—did Edwards turn his attention to the approaching Olympics. Although Edwards does not take on weight easily and is never really out of training, he did not find his old speed overnight. A week before the Canadian final tryouts he was in New York, practicing at McCombs Dam Park in the Bronx, and one authority who spotted him there related that the Edwards of

By J. P. ABRAMSON (New York Herald-Tribune Track Expert)

and Ed Turner, or that he could have beaten all three American milers, Pen Hallowell, Glen Cunningham and Frank Crowley, a foolish bettor would have been permitted to write his own odds. And Edwards did exactly that with an iron-man performance which will be remembered when the names of many o the Olympic winners have been forgotten.

Brother Gandy Goes To Europe

PHIL EDWARDS early July could not run half a mile in 1:56. He most certainly was wasting his time. That Edwards squeezed thru the Canadian tryouts with a second place in the 880 meters did not tend to increase one's respect for the quality of halfmilers in Canada—not on what was known of Edwards' form. But Edwards, like Eddie Tolan and Tom Hampson, the Briton, and Luigi Beccali, the Italian, was at his absolute peak in Los Angeles. It was an amazing feat to find him breaking the world record of 1:50.6 for the 800 meters, and still placing only third. It was utterly dumbfounding to have him come back two days later to grab third (beaten only a foot for second) in a brilliant 1,500-meter effort, where he was well under 3:52, which, to be conservative, can be adjudged the equivalent of a 4:12 mile. In both races Edwards was leading on the last turn, with 100 yards or less to go. He had made the pace or forced the pace in both races and was responsible for the fine records of 1:46.8 and 3:51.2 established by the winners. Edwards ran the best he knew how in both events. He did not tie up; he finished as strong as it is possible for a runner to finish who has set a 52.8 second pace in the first half of the 800 meters, or who has clicked off such early speed in the 1,500 meters. On the proposition that Edwards would have outrun all three American halfmilers, Ed Genung, Chuck Hornbostel

Continued from page 3 Under his leadership, the Institute was made the Negro Land Grant College, the college work was restored, the number of college courses was increased to include the practical fields of knowledge as well as the classical, the number of students greatly increased, the physic* condition was much improved, the app> priations from the state and federal government much enlarged, and the numbe of teachers and workers more than tripled. The college is now accredited as standard "A" college for teachers by Virginia and North Carolina. Brother Gandy has contributed to tn successful operation of many phases work of a local and national nature. has served three terms as president the Virginia State Teachers Association, once as president of the National Association of Teachers in Colored Schools. and three times as president of ^a Grant Colleges Presidents. Interests Varied He was also the first executive secretary of the Negro Organization Socie yDuring the World War he served fl special representative of the War CamP Community Service. He was a mem e of the Greater Fisk Committee a n d ; served as Trustee of Virginia Union U versity, Franklin Normal and Industna Institute, Clifts Ford Normal and Ind" trial School, and as member of the visory Committee of St. Paul Norm and Industrial School. . . He is a member of the Commissi on Interracial Cooperation and the tional Council of the Y. M. C. A-, N " tional Advisory Committee on N e £j Education, Advisory Committee on teracy from Virginia and on the e cutive board of Better Homes in Ame ca, Inc. . eg Brother Gandy has at different tim^ spoken before the Southern Sociology Congress, the International S u n d ^ School Convention, the Association Land Grant Colleges, and other impo'' ant assemblies, national in personnel significance.

THE SPHINX

Back From Study In Paris W

ITH the opening of the 33rd year of college work at Virginia Union University, Brother John Matthew Moore, above, entered upon his duties as head of the modern language department after an absence of twelve months spent in study. Brother Moore received a General Education Board fellowship last year and divided his time evenly between Columbia Unfversity and the University of Paris. He completed the requirements for the master of arts degree at Columbia University in January. In France, Brother Moore passed* the examinations creditably and received credits towards his doctorate. He has been a member of the faculty since 1928. He was graduated in 1917, just in time to go into the U. S. Army, where he was commissioned a First Lieutenant at the Officers' Training Camp at Des Moines, Iowa. Brother Moore spent most of his 28 months of service in France. After he was honorably discharged from the Army, he became assistant Principal of Avery Institute, Charleston, S. C , where he remained four years.

Omega Chapter News (Continued from Page 11) to Butler University, and was majoring in chemistry when stricken. He lingered for several months. All Alpha Phi Alpha extends its deepest sympathy to Jewel Brother Charles H. Chapman, of the faculty of Florida A. and M. College, in the loss of his loving mother during last spring.

JOHN M. MOORE when he was promoted to the principalship of Fessenden Academy, in Florida, where he remained five years. Brother Moore has had thirteen years' teaching experience and, in the two trips, has spent a total of twenty months in France.

THE BALFOUR BLUE BOOK 1933

Alpha IVelcomes INITIATED AT ALPHA BETA: Earl Boyd, James Dixon, Alfonso Cox, and Charles Furlow. *

ALPHA

IOTA:

* *

INITITED AT ALPHA PSI: Goler L. Collins, Walter H. Smith, and J. Leslie Newsome. *

W. Weatherpool, James S. Pinkney, Wil-

* *

INITIATED AT B E T A K A P P A : Emanuel Watson and Jesse Gradington. * * * * INITIATED AT BETA NU: D. Warren Greene, Noah H, Bennett, Frank B.

and

Jerome E. Matthews. *

Âť * *

INITIATED AT OMICRON: Henry F. Douglass, James S. Davenport, Walter S. Waters, and Leroy Sterling. *

B. Childs, Samuel O'Tanner Cohen, W. liam DuBose, J. B. Bragg, Jr.,

* * *

INITIATED AT Claude Walton.

Pinder, Jr., Joshua W. Williams, Lincoln

Contains a choice selection of artic l e s guaranteed to give you complete satisfaction

* * Âť

INITIATED AT BETA GAMMA: S. Madden, H. Creamer, J.

Robbins, H.

Smith, C. Jones, R. Bracy, C. Jeter, J .

Send for your Copy Today

Hubbard, T. Hall, L. Johnson, R. Lewis, and Yates. *

* * *

INITIATED AT NU: Thomas Bennett, Edgar Flood, Isaiah Harrison, Raymond Hatcher, Clarence Holte, Bernard Howard, Middleton Lambright, Herman Marrow, Earl Pree, G. Wesley Raney, Alvin Thomas, Bradford Thompson, and Robert Young.

L. G. BALFOUR COMPANY Attleboro Massachusetts

Page 22

THE SPHINX

The Sphinx Speaks Concise Reports of Chapter Activities By Associate Editors To The Sphinx

Alpha Beta Members Copping Campus Honors Once again the members of Alpha Beta get under way for the ensuing year, after having spent their summer vacations In various ports—both native and foreign. Brother Furlow had the unusual experience of visiting the Island of Nassau. Brother Plgrom was able to secure his Job In Ashville, N. C , where he was employed as a baker. Brother Harold Taylor returns from his home In New Haven, Conn. and Brother Carlton Lee from White Plains, N. Y., where they spent a restful If not profitable summer. Other members of the chapter spent their vacations in and around the southland, and all, except Brother Earl Boyd who Is at West Virginia State this year, and Brothers Raymond and Willis Pitts and Gilbert Porter, who graduated last year, have returned to 'Dega with renewed energies and elfortB. Alpha Beta welcomes in to t h e fold Brothers Earl Boyd, Alphonso Cox, James Dixon, and Charles Furlow. All were Initiated last spring. Brother J. R. E. Hayden, for several years Instructor in biology here at Talladega, and 1932 director of our Go-To-High-School, Go-To-College Campaign in Alabama, Is doing graduate work at the University of Chicago this year. Word comes to us t h a t he has received his master's degree and is now working on his Ph. D. We regret t h a t "Old Man Depression" made it necessary to cut out the department of religion for the present, t h u s resulting in the release of the Reverend Brother A. E. Gregory from t h e faculty. Alpha Beta welcomes to the chair of chemistry. Brother Dr. Irving A. Derblgny, a charter member of Alpha Beta, who secured his doctorate in chemistry at Cornell last spring. The chapter had its first get-together with the Sphinx Club at a smoker on Friday evening, September 30, at t h e home of Brother Doctor Clarence Harvey Mills, head of t h e department of romance languages. The evening was pleasantly passed by playing Bridge, Poker, (very social) and whist The latter part was characterized by talks from our host. Brother Doctor E. H. Jones, local physician and charter member of Alpha Beta, and members of t h e chapter and the Sphinx club. Alpha Beta is proud to announce the fact t h a t three brothers and one member of the Sphinx Club were the recipients of four departmental scholarships. These scholarships are given to the most deserving student In each of t h e major departments and the movement was started in 1930. A contestant must have an honor average a"d t h e winners are termed "scholars." I t is one of the highest possible attainments here at Talladego. The brothers receiving these scholarships are: Herbert C. Boggs. of Selma, Ala., in Mathematics: Herbert H. Denton, of Little Rock, Arkansas, in history and political science: Carlton L. Lee. of White Plains. N. Y.. in sociology: and Pledge O. E Hicks, of Miss., in romance languages. The latter was also t h e recipient of t h e French Oratorical Medal which was given by the department of Romance Languages last spring. Competing with Hicks for t h e Poma"cp language scholarship was pledge Henry M*>v. while Brother Harold Logan was one of the three contestants for t h e so-

ciology scholarship which was won by Brother Lee. Members of Alpha Beta are attempting to play their part in extra-curricula activities here on the campus. In football, Brother Elzy Wright, Ail-American back of 1931, Brothers Herbert "Big Dizzy" Pigrom, and Alphonso Cox, along with pledge William Clement, are out again for the Crimson Tornado clan. All were members of last year's varsity. Brother Herbert Denton holds the office of athletic manager for the year. Seven brothers are members of the Little Theatre and two of the "Mule's Ear" staff, the college periodical. The Chapter roster for the year includes Brothers Herbert Boggs, Alfonso Cox, Herbert Denton, James Dixon, Charles Furlow, Hilton Hanna, Carlton Lee. Harold Logan, Herbert Plgrom, Harold Taylor, Robert Williams, Oscar Woolfolk, and Elzy Wright. All members of Alpha Beta promise to be up and doing on Talladega's campus this year. —HERBERT DENTON

Seven Receive Degrees At Alpha Psi Chapter Having been absent from these columns for so long a time "ye auld amanuensis" needs must discriminate as to what might be news, and what ancient history. Alpha Psi Chapter's silence does not speak of dormancy, rather the cause was procrastination. The scribe, however, admits n o guilt, for until the present he did not exist as such. This bit of print here takes the form of a lament. No sooner had Alpha Psi brought into the fold Brothers Goler L. Collins, Walter H. Smith, and J. Leslie Newsome than we had to endure t h e spectacle of seeing several brothers receive their Lincoln (Mo.) University "passports" out into the old world* of wrath and tears . On June 14, Brothers A. Bertrand Green, Walter W. Britt, Metha C. Finley, Cornell Settles, and Nathaniel Freeman received bachelor of science degree. Brothers Earl F. Nullngbourgh and William J. Hopson were introduced into the "society of educated men" with the degree of bachelor of science in education. Brother Finley took care of the scholarship honors of the class of '32 very nicely. He was accorded cum laude honors together \with the rank of valedictorian. Within the group we note, with a pang of sadness , t h e lost of three charter members, Brothers Freeman, Hopson and Finley. Collectively and almost to the man, t h e group which passed will next year be found "echoing" text books. We wish t h e old guard as much success in their pedegogic activities as was their's in fostering t h e good old Alpha ideals among the brothers. Alpha Psi will feel their loss keenly no doubt. We realize though t h a t their exit throws more responsibility upon our shoulders. As ever we will not be found lagging when the call of old Aloha is given. So cherrio, class of '32: hapDv landings. We can withhold the ssrVclnth and ashes for a moment yet. We didn't lose every one. Brother Ralph A. .Spencer, our very capable president, yet remains. It seems Brother Spencer has a nropenslty for many things—especially leadership. So we are looking forward to a great and progressive year. Brother Spencer last semester elected himself to the circle of t h e scholarly elect

by hogging himself a perfect A a v m He certainly must have been loneson t h a t rareful atmosphere, for he was H alone. ,„„1K the A look about t h e campus reveals, faces of Brothers Collins, Rogers w« Spencer, and of course the one whose^ e { nature can be observed at the bottoi this document. They all s e e m t " ° . H o o v e r worse from their association with " t0 prosperity" and are willing—yea cage Jump right into the m i d ^ t ^ n g ^ ^

Alpha Delta Lambda Introduces Itself Alpha Delta Lambda, t h e chapter•lat y organized in Memphis, Tcnn., is corny of the following brothers: tne Brother Joseph Adkins, president ox ^_ chapter and head coach of athletics * re Moyne College. Ho has taken a meu team and whipped It into c n a m p i o n " F calibre. As proof, among his most hJg feats. he carried his homelings b aa «u ^n_ Alma Mater and in a thrilling y tne excelled in Nashville, met and-defeateu mighty Bulldogs of Fisk University. _e D „ y e l _ er Adkins' boys are now known as t n low Jackets." He also attended the >~> 3 pic games in Los Angeles. wiiberforce Brother Smith, a graduate of wHoex ^ University, is now instructor of » c l e i h ool. the Booker T. Washington High 5*_ Brother Smith has had varied experie ^ b u t he is a worthy representative o good old Alpha spirit. He boasts oi ; t h e oldest brother in t h e cause of tne Chapter. He is vice president. „ n t a r v, Then we come next to t h e secretary, Brother Edwin C. Jones, about w l l ° r o t n e have spoken elsewhere. Also we have writer, the humble brother of t h e VOUI cnap .^ whose experience as a brother is if \s age, but deep and ripe in t h e cause. _" ' n an Highinstructor School, in andtheanBooker A. B.T. Wasnins the burnGraduate Fisk University. His trek across * » - - H'-"e ing sands is still fresh In his memory. is chapter editor. mieson Too, we have Brother Dr. J a n " n e Bowman, treasurer, who cried aloud as• began his march across the burning'm nai ^ "Brothers and Gentlemen, I am ° „Lan family, have pity on me." Brother BOWJ is a graduate of Meharry Medical' ° ° " l t y . and a successful pharmacist of the ^g His drug store Is known far and near the hangout of the "gang." wm More biographies of other brothers come in the next issue. Since every c thinks his crow Is the blackest, I c l o s e ' ' 1 t a lng t h a t I think my chapter, Alpha u Lambda, is the grandest chapter beca of the roster it carries of Alpha men. offense, brothers, to other chapters. Mf —JAMES G. K i r , u

Alpha Xi Lambda Bids Farewell To Brother MiUer After three successful years in T ° l e ' n ^ Ohio, as executive secretary of the IBnr"ol t" L e r Avenue Branch of the Y. M. C. A.. " r Herbert T. Miller has resigned to take ov the reins of the Center Avenue Bran •• Y. M. C. A. in Pittsburgh. Toledo ' on f_ g ~ h e eral will miss him to say nothing ' h ,s loss to Alpha XI Lambda, wlio.se memoe wish Brother Miller much success. Thr: chapter entertained in his honor with a card party and. luncheon prior to n

THE SPHINX departure. Tne Eutopian OivO rooms were beautifully decorated for t h e occasion. The colors of black and gold were carried out with Alpha XI Lambda's new lighted sign In. t h e background. Brother President L. V. English and Brother Miller gave a brief history of Alpha Phi Alpha. Dr. Mayo A. Harris, chairman of the management committee of the Y. M. C. A„ spoke of Brother Miller's wonderful workk in Toledo after which each brother bade Brother Miller goodbye and wished him success in his new undertaking. The brothers •.hen sang the Alpha Phi Alpha song and were served lunch. This was followed with dancing. The spirit still live* in Alpha XI Lambda. Watch it thrive. —GEORGE A. RANDALL

Beta Kappa Takes Active Part In Educational Drive Beta Kappa, chapter of Langston University expresses its appreciation to Brother Eddie Tolan for his contribution to the Alpha world, and also extends to him its congratulations for his achievements In the Olympics. His work has made every brother of the seven thousand desire to say "put it there." Beta Kappa has plans for t h e year which will make the Greek letter cops trouble and force them to use the stop and go signals whenever the brothers are in session. Brother L. McGhee, former general president, outlined pure Alphalsm In its most technical forms during our opening meeting of the annual "Go-To-HighSchool, Go-To-College" campaign in the university auditorium on Sunday evening, May 8. It is estimated t h a t two hundred or more freshmen will enter different colleges and universities due to t h e fraternity's campaign. Working for t h e success of the efforts were President J. R. Ellis; Secretary L- W. Elliott, and Brothers I. D. Hall, E. T. Addison and L. M. Weaver. On the program were Cortez Reece, a prelude; Invocation by Prof. Patterson; short history of Alpha Phi Alpha, Brother James Ellis; trombo-ie solo. Brother Guilford Snowden; introduction of speaker, Brother Bennie Taylor, Alpha Theta Chapter, and t h e address by Brother Lucius McGhee. New initiates in Beta Kappa Chapter Include: Emanuel Watson, captain of the football team, and Jesso Grading^ n, "Y" secretary and cabinet member. They are highly elated and say hello to the Alpha world. Brothers Addison, Hall, Weaver, and Marshall were among those to graduate last June. IRA D. HALL

Xi Brother Becomes Editor Of School Paper How do you do, brothers in Alpha—How do you do? Ye old correspondent is now about to give you the low down on dear old XI here at Wilberforce. Everything is clicking out hera on all six, and with the return of our able president, Brother James A. Irving, along with many other faithful brothers, we anticipate another successful year In scholarship as well as in other activities. We pause to pay tribute to our dear brothers who left us through graduation last J u n e . They were Brothers Marvin TarPley. known as "Skyscraper Souls," Charles Method, Jay "Tony" Griffin, "Contact" Omar K. Ward, who incidentally has been added to the Wilberforce faculty: Alga "Scarface" Butcher, "Fuzzy" John Harewood, John Tllton, Isaac) Howe, Maceo Hill and Smith. You can readily see t h a t with the departure of these stalwart sages of wisdom, the further continuance of our chapter rests upon the shoulders of our young brothers. We must carry on' and we hereby pledge ourselves to support our noble oi'ganzation 100 per cent. Saturday night, October 8. marked the first social event of the season when a smoker was held for the

benefit of the Freshmen and all new students. It was also the only affair of Its kind to be held in a local chapter house. Distinctive class, eh? Well Brothers, Ray Whlttaker, the kid from the Empire state who made good overnight, has pulled another one out of the old bag. If the brothers know him as I do you'll never towiW to expect next. This time he f ashes In the limelight by being unanimously chosen as editor-in-chief of the "Mirror our school paper. Congratulations, Brother Whittaker. With the change of administration In the university and military training, the brothers are applying themselves to their tasks and a™ revived to hold up the old banner so t h a t we can convene in St. Louis with the feeling that we have done our best Ye correspondent, who is somewhat of a war correspondent, being affiliated with the department of military science and tactics along with five other brothers, had the opportunity of attending a meeting of Alpha Alpha Chapter in Cincinnati. What a chapter that is; earnest and sincere men —regular fellows all. Our hats are off to you Alpha Alpha, and now your secret has been divulged. We know now why you were capable of being such a capable host to our mighty organization. Will see you next time with more news hot off the press. ^ ^ ^ WALRER

Tau Chapter Holds Second Open House Sullivan on the air, from station T-A-U at the University of Illinois, greets you, brothers. The voice of Tau speaks! Tau chapter is under the capable leadership of Brothers George Nesbitt, president; Alexander Caldwell, vice-president; James Morton, secretary; and Charles Ashmore, treasurer. Brothers Ed. Russell, Clarence Allen, Alex Caldwell, George Nesbitt, and Theodale Alpha Psi, Jefferson City, Missouri. at iilinois. Caldwell says, "there's nothing like putting in time, studying at the University In the summer. It really makes the summer pass rapidly and enjoyably." Brother Nesbitt visited Chicago and Evanston several times. Brother T. W. Boyd is pushing Negro quarters closer and closer to the campus. He has set up a restaurant which Is Just across the street from the campus and compares with the best of "Illinl" coke-nsmoke places. Brother Ed. Young, Beta Delta, lately from Theta, where he was studying law at Kent is now at Illinois. Another brother Is also attending the University, N. P. Barksdaye Alpha Psi. Jefferson City, Missouri. He is an instructor in French, at Lincoln University, on a year's leave of absence. The Evanston section of Tau Including Brothers Charles Ashmore, Cornell Cromer, Theodore Harding, James Morton, and John Sullivan have been busy this summer. Brother Ashmore, vacationed in Gary, I n diana and reports t h a t he spent many a pleasant day there socializing. He returned to Evanston late In the summer. Brother Cornell Cromer successfully defended his tennis titles. Paired with his sister he won the mixed doubles. He also retained the men's singles championship. Brother James Morton, Junior student here was elected president of the Lake Geneva Fellowship of Races at the annual conference of the Epworth League groups of the north shore and Chicago area. Brother Sullivan spent the summer swimming. playing tennis and bridge and enjoying the many parties. He was defeated in the second round of tha Evanston Tennis Tournament. Brother John H. Hunter of St. Louis was fortunate and had a Job the entire summer. One can readily see t h a t our new house manager was well qualified for his Job. The voice of Tau shouts! On October the second open house was held from five

Page 23 until seven In the evening. It was a success. The most popular place in the house was the "bar room." The floor was covered with saw dust giving the old-fashioned effect. The room was Illuminated with antique lanterns. Pictures of Jackson, a large picture of a Roman bullfight, and numerous little ones of prize-fighters , and celebrities of ye olden days could be seen around the room. The bar tender suited t h e role perfectly as he was chewing on a big cigar, reading spicy magazines and greeting t h e visitors with cheery sayings so common to saloons. Beer was served in Bohemian steins and of course, you helped yourself to the pretzels. Tau has six new pledgees: Eugene Fulton, of Moline; Arthur Golsteln, of Detroit, Mich.; William King, of Louisville, Ky.; Russell Nesbit of Champaign; Joseph Perry, of East St. Louis. The pledgee from last semester is William Attaway. Russell Nesbitt was valedictorian of Champaign High School graduation class of '32. William Attaway and Eugene Turner are tennis players of note. They are In the Intra-Mural tournament this semester. The voice of Tau whispers now, b u t It will greet you brothers again soon. —JOHN E. SULLIVAN

Brothers Of Beta Gamma Seen In All Campus Activities Brothers: I am reminiscenslng. I see all the events of last year unfolding before me. They appear as one continuous panorama with Beta Gamma men carrying t h e standard of Alpha Phi Alpha in the mldso here at Virginia State. Football heralds t h e beginning of t h e year and I see Brothers Howe, Hall, Lewis, Lawson and Barabin. Brother Howe is doing his part in the backfield, while "Coco" Hall, "Turkey" Lewis, "Ted" Lawson and Joe Barabin, are taking charge of t h e opposing teams from their various positions in the line. Following closely upon football, basketball enters to claim the service of Hall as the Varsity center, and the one man who could be depended upon to bring a score. Pennington came back to the game with a bang and played his usual position in forward. Baseball shows us Brother Howe again holding down his position In t h e field. "Fats" Barabin playing a t third displayed rare form. The tennis team presents a perfect array of Alpha men In all their glory. Luther Foster, "Fats" Barabin. "Mickey" Creamer and "Coco" Hall composed a m a jor section of the team. On the track I see Pennington again taking part In the high Jump; Sam Madden, running, and "Hokus" Pitman furnishing all comers with ample to think about on the cinder path. And now the view changes. I see now the less violent activities beginning with dramatics where Brothers Howe, Johnston, Cephas and Jones displayed their talent. In the field of forensics I see Brothers Pitman, Johnston, Pleasants, Cephas, Jones, and Hlgginbotham. These brothers were a large factor in bringing to State laurels on the debating platform. Music? Of course. As the final strains of the college choir fades away, a glance over the group shows Brothers Creamer, Robbins, William and Joe Barabin, Clark and Hlgginbotham. These brothers also took part in the college Glee Club. The school paper "The Virginia Statesm a n " next claims my attention and here I see seated at the desk labeled 'Editor-inChief.' Brother H. V. Turner—next In order, Brother Luther Foster, business manager— Pitman, circulation manager and Brothers Madden and Creamer. The Liberal Club, initiated at the college by Brother H. V. Turner, now passes before my scrutiny. I see here a number of brothers taking part in these discussions and leading the chapel exercises sponsored by the organizations. And so we come to the end of the actl-

Page 24

THE SPHINX

vltles. What's t h a t ? Oh yes—Initiations! Beta Oamma showed twelve very much frightened aspirants the light on February 27 in a way t h a t they will long remember. The twelve neophyte brothers are: S. Madden, H. Creamer, J. Robblns, H. Smith, C. Jones, Bracy, Jeter, J. Hubbard, T. Hall, L. Johnston, Lewis and Yates. These brothers have proved t h a t they were worthy of the Fraternity and are carrying the banner of ole Alpha high. Following close upon the Initiation moves t h e annual Spring Prom In the school gymnasium. This turned out to be the most popular affair of the season Guests were present from Gamma and Beta Chapters. And now the panorama draws to a close. Graduation—Advancing to the rostrum for the last time, I see Brothers H. V Turner L. H. Foster. C. Pennington, A. Ware, c ' Johnson and P. Lee. These brothers approached their final days with reluctance to leave the school and the fraternity of which they are a part. Gamma deeply regrets the loss of these brothers b u t this year marked t h e return of twenty-one of the brothers despite the depression, and so we are looking forward to a year even more successful t h a n t h e past. One thing more—SCHOLARSHIP. Despite the fact t h a t the year found members of Beta Gamma in every activity on the campus, we found ourselves in the lead in the scholarship race during both the Fall and Winter quarters. And then the panorama passes. I am again in t h e present, and I assure Alpha t h a t It may expect to hear glowing reports from Beta during the ensuing year. —ELSON W. HIGGINBOTHAM

president of Alpha Phi Alpha, to make a few remarks. Brother Rose said: "I have been much entertained by the splendid performance of the youngsters before me They should be highly commended for what they have done, and we who have been stated here for the last four hours should also be given a big hand." Well, I believe t h a t the ovation Brother Rose received was quite as much as that of any other member of the program. The program was a splendid one—but Just a little too long Brother Dr. O. D. McFail left for Harvard the first of the m o n t h to pursue several special medical courses. Brother L. G. Phillips left for Atlantic City. This is an annual occurence for Phillips. He claims t h a t water is fresher there In the summer. Is it? —JULY— July 24th, I chanced to run on Brother Al Dixon, one of the old Kappa Chapter gang. Brother Dixon had Just blown ir town (Columbus) from the Windy City to spend a day of his fourteen-day vacation. Brother Dixon talked of everyone he ever knew and everything. His chief topics were, athletics, prohibition, business and marriage. He said t h a t U. S track team would win out in the Olympics; t h a t Hoover would be re-elected; t h a t the Prohibition law should be repealed; t h a t he Negro ln a lar e Jfmi \°nlJ S " a l estate office, he, himself having four hundred tenants to oversee; t h a t marriage is O K and t h a t he has three little ones to prove

Doings Of Theta Lambda, Month By Month

—AUGUST — The most important event of the summer was the marriage of Brother J a m i M U a W a l l e r oi £City, t v C e ,on > t C August \ M i S S J u31st. N e "and " Brother Pierce 11 healt ai 134 B a n T ^ ' ? y congratulations at 134 Bank Street, this city

The previous article detailed the events of Theta Lambda up to the m o n t h of May. Below an attempt Is made to broadcast the happenings from t h e n til now. —MAY— The Rev. Brother D. M. Jordan came to town to answer the call of McKinley A. M. E. Church. The church gave a big reception in his honor and among the many guests invited were the members of Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha. Brother L. H. Cox took the floor for Theta Lambda's part in the program. A large crowd turned out to welcome the new pastor, while the major part of Theta Lambda was present to get acquainted with t h e new brother. Two weeks had passed after the reception, when we were forced to call upon Brother Jordan to act in the capacity of campaign speaker at the public meeting of our educational movement. Wilberforce and Theta Lambda had written for the services of six different brothers recommended by our educational director' but all of these found that they would be unable to serve. So as soon as we learned Brother Jordan was in town, we asked him to take the job and he willingly accepted—and what a wonderful talk he gave! Alpha Alpha also called upon Brother Jordan to act as Its campaign speaker —JUNE— Brothers Fred Grlgsby, Lincoln; Walter Anderson, Wlttenburg; Robert Durham Arsellus West, George McClung, Ohio Stateand Thomas L. Robinson, coach at St Paul in the South, returned for the summer All of these were present at Theta Lambda's annual smoker, J u n e 17, where cards luncheon, and brief talks held sway from 9:30 p. m., til 1:30 a. m. This smoker marked the close of regular meetings till September. The night of J u n e 30, fifteen Theta Lambdians went to an oratorical contest for high school students, sponsored by the Duyton chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Miss Dorothy Dunn, daughter of our own Brother James Dunn, won t h e contest. While t h e audience was awaiting the decision of the Judges, the mistress of ceremonies asked Brother Rose, the ex-

m " 6 lS W i ! ! l nbg< t oi n b ge t U lt en a t " e has done aTv o f r T , £f v. PoPU'ation t h a n VtL T K h i s b r o t « « - school companions. I m afraid that he would win t h a t

d „ n n „ t h e r D . r - J " E - B u s h ' s ' clients evidently granted him a leave of absence during the months of July and August In early July Captain Bush spent C o L a t e V h t 1 ft 1 ""? K e r n W l t h h l s company Later he attended the Convention of A U K. and D. of A's. In early August ' he peclafieZ,[nreali„COsUrSef f* to^ M a T C ' l n f c specializing in surgical extractions, denta X-ray diagnosis and anaesthesia S u n forced severa h r o t w S t ? fl erar W l other ?nrt?hi" climates. *?, / e t n e l r w o r k * * more comfortable Brother Dr. L. H. Cox went to Canada to determine t h e relative biting habifs of various species of fish. Brothef Jamet A Parsons motored to Minnesota and other points in t h a t direction. He also attended the convention of the National Technical president of t h a t body """cai h „ ? r 0 t ^ e ^ , A - L - B l g g s ^ u n d atmosphere hot and dry around these parts so he took in the s t a t e Republican Convention tn t h ^ f B K W - F i n d l e y n a s b e e n too busy to think about vacationing, o n top of his many responsibilities has been nlaced the directorship of the "Y's" 1932 member^ ship Campaign. Last year, Brother Findley was general chairman and the camL a !f\ W a S a b l g s u c c e s s - He hopes this year to make an even better showing H O ^ 0 * ? 1 ^ R ° s e e a s e d o u t o f t o w h for a few days b u t we have been unable to learn of his whereabouts. I t vtlL^™?, i ° f 0 r g e t t o mention t h a t Brother Lieutenant John Walker spent two weeks In camp with his company Well that he can depend upon in case of an Uncle Sam has two men in Theta Lambda w a emergency. —SEPTEMBER— The m o n t h t h a t summer stops and fall begins; when work starts and play ends i h e t a Lambda returns to work after a three months vacation. Some of its members return to school—Brothers George McClung and Russ Jefferson have returned Brother Addison Edward Richmond passed through the city, September 19th,

en route to his class room at Howard. Dayton was glad to see Brother Professor Hlchmond and his wife after an absence <» one year. Yes, she was with him—"Rich doesn't travel alone any more. One oi these days they will be accompanied by little "Rich." O. 'well, Addison ffidward will never overtake Brother Al Dixon. Theta Lambda starts its programme this m o n t h with a closed informal party. Tne high lights of the event will be cards, dancing and eats. Well, I guess this wouw not Interest a lot of you for I haven t mentioned drinks—you see Theta Lambda is bone dry—drinks nothing b u t milk and water. So-long, see you at the first foot' ball game. (Aren't radios grand?) —EARL P. TAYLOR

Alpha Mu Chapter Hit By Cupid's Darts Two Alpha Mu Chapter brothers marched up the aisle and later left the altar wit" their lovely brides. The first brother to launch out on the sea of matrimony was none other t h a n our good friend Josepn W. Grlder, who was united ln wedlock wit" the charming Miss Edmonla Walden. The ceremony was performed at FliD*' Michigan, in August. Mr. and Mrs. Grldei have returned to West Virginia State College, where they have been teaching tot a number of years. To our brothers who do not recognize the name Joseph «• Grlder, we want to say t h a t he is the same "Papa" Joe, versatile pianist, who holds the bachelor's and master's degrees frorn Northwestern University and the America" Conservatory, respectively. Here is lookin at you "Papa" Joe—good luck and best wishes. It Is with a bit of hesitancy t h a t we relate the undisputed report t h a t Brother Norman Merifield, not being satisfied to receive his master's degree at Northewesteri this year, went and bestowed the degree oi 'Mrs." upon the former Miss Nannette Turpin Thomas, popular co-ed from St. Louis and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. The writer did not have the pleasure of congratulating the newlyweds personally because the left Evanston on an extended honeymoon in Indianapolis an Florida. But we do want to say, "Congratulations, Nan and Norm, may peace, contentment and happiness be yours forevermore!" These acts of Brothers Grlder and Merrlfield seem to have caused a general ep1" demlc in the ranks of the brothers oi Alpha Mu Chapter, because there is one other brother who has definitely announced t h a t the bells will be ringing for him within the next few months, and there are two other s t a u n c h members of this chapter who are definitely "on the spot. Their names together with the names <» the lucky (?) young ladies will appear 1" subsequent issues of the Sphinx. Watc" for them. As we write this article two preliminary meetings of t h e chapter have been held and tentative plans for a very active year have been set in motion. We regret to say t h a t Brothers Ashmore, Morton and Walker have left us to return to the University of Illinois. Brother Walker who was our outstanding basketball player last season. expects to receive his bachelor's degree a& the end of this school year. Brother Isaac Jackson will not be on the Evanston campus again this year—his employment and school work will *eeP him in Chicago—but he will be on hand ior all chapter activities. Likewise Brothers Laurent Turner and Fred Gay will remain in Chicago but will continue to support the chapter activities. Brother Turner motored to New York for his vacation and came back with the report t h a t the country agreed with him. Our former president, Brother Clarence T Mason, spent the summer motoring 1" Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Brother Mason has returned to McGill University at Montreal, Canada, where he will continue to do graduate work In chemistry'

THE SPHINX Brother Mason made a remarkable record at McGlll last year and was awarded an asslstantshlp In chemistry for this year. Brother Mason denfes that he Is slated to turn benedict within the near future. but we have resolved to keep the brothers Informed wnenever there are any new developments. Another one of our former presidents, Brother LaVerne E. Newsome, did graduate work at Northwestern this past summer and has returned to Talladega College for hlR fourth consecutive year as professor In the department of music. Brother Herbert A. Lyons alBO studied at Northwestern and has resumed his duties as professor of music at Hampton Institute. Brother William C. Pyant attended Chicago University during the summer and Is again on the Job as chapter secretary. He was the unanimous choice to succeeed himself as secretary of the National PanHellenic Council when the annual meeting was held In Louisville. Kentucky last May. Brother L. W. Ford has returned after a pleasant vacation and Is working diligently to complete his work for the master's degree in sociology. Brother Francis Bennett, a recent graduate of the University of Illinois, will be with us this year. Brother Bennett is an Evanstonian and is already taking a keen interest in chapter activities. Pledges Kenneth Lewis, Colbert Davis, Edward Cralle, Joseph Chapman and William Bell have returned to school. Other prospects are being considered. The new students had an opportunity to share fellowship with the brothers and pledges at a smoker which was given at the Y. M. C. A. on Saturday evening, September 24th. This year already looks like a banner year for Alpha Mu since there is already much enthusiasm in athletics, socials, scholarship, a n d chapter development. Brothers here will continue to work and live Tor Alpha Phi Alpha. —WM. C. ("Bill") PYANT.

Covering Omicron's Doings Like The Morning Dew With more strength than in the last five years, Omicron begins another school year. Instead of withering away In spirit as the beauties of summer fade and the new summer loves become "Just memories," the Alphas of Pittsburgh are filled with more enthusiasm than ever; so watch old Omicron! The last school year, as usual, brought a full share of diplomas to the Alphas. At Pitt's much-publicized outdoor commencement. Brothers Marshall Lewis received his A.B. in chemistry; Goode Harney his B.8. in business administration; and J. Lorraine Jones, his M.S. in biology. Two brothers who flnshed their work the previous summer took degrees. Malvln Onode, his A.B. In political science and Welfred Holmes, his MA. in English. At Duquesne University, Brother Lawrence Marshall took his B.S. in pre-mediclne. At Carnegie Teach. Brother Wilbur Phelps set an example by getting his B.S. in printing. Graduation was kind to the ranks of Omicron for It took away only one of our men. Brother Marshall Lewis and his pretty wife, formerly Alvelda McDonald, have moved to New York to live. The parting of this brother winds up a glorious and versatile athletic career—one of the best known here. With muscles well padded over a medium frame. Brother Lewis was the ideal scientific player as opposed to the brawny type. In htgh school, he was a letterman in football, basketball, track and volley-ball. each for at least three years. Some of his hurdle records still stand. He swims, of course, and plays a rigorous game of chess. At Pitt. Brother Lewis won his numerals >n his freshman year and a letter each year (hereafter In track. In the winters "J* Playing on the Holy Cross basketball 1

««m was a big Item to that team * suc-

cess. The record of this brother U all the more admirable because his mind was always more on his career than on being "a hero"; so Omicron sends best wishes. Finis was written to another college track career in Pittsburgh when Brother Woodford Harris In his Golden Panther track suit came thundering around a curved 220-yard dash in 21.6 seconds, and If you know your times, that's quite good. Though he had never donned a track shoe until Pitt freshmen began working out, Brother Harris fast became the Eastern sensation and in his last year, his triumphs were many, including a 21 second 220yard dash on a straightaway at Penn State. As a grand finale to a grand career, Brother Harris was selected as one of Pitt's three men to compete in the I. C. A. A. A. A. meet in Berkeley. Cal. Though he didn't win out there, it mu6t be admitted that It is an honor to be chosen for a long trip, expenses paid, by a white university. Brother Harris is still young and his greatest triumphs are yet to be made. For downright fighting courage we take our hats off to our Pledgee Arvell Fleming. who earned his numerals in track. Against much larger and stronger oppovery tape before he would admit defeat. nents he ran his hurdles down to the In broad-Jumping, he surprised everyone with a 22-foot leap at Penn State. At Geneva, Pledge Howard Spencer piled everyone who follows track. High Jumpup a real record, known, no doubt, to until he injured his heel—Spencer wears ing second only to record-holding Spitz only one shoe while Jumping—he was cons'dered a fine Olympic prospect, but the next Olympics won't find him too old. He was off-form when the Olympic tryouts were held. Along other lines. It Is a pleasure to announce that Brother Hugo Wynn Is the first to wear a Pitt Players' key, dramatic. Brother Frank Bolden has another Pitt Band key to his credit, he too. being the first to wear that key. Brothers Harris and Lewis sport gold Pitt Track shoes for their last year's activity. . Four new brothers are entitled to wear the Alpha badge. One June 4, Omicron initiated Henry F. Douglass, of Baltimore; James S. Davenport, formerly of Bluefleld; Walter S. Waters, of McKeesport; and Leroy Sterling. Each of these men had Just finished his sophomore year. These neophytes are already producing results, so we are on to a greater Omicron. Then came the summer and fraternally speaking, we have to give the graduate chapter credit: their picnic at the county's North Park on July 15 was a real event. Even though a pass-card was the prerequisite to attendance, there was a big turnup. Brothers Goode. Marshall. Jeffries. Bridges. Waters, Davenport. Powell, Wynn, Sterling. Bolden. and Talbot were there from Omicron. We can't omit Brother Fenderson of Alpha Zeta. A heavy rain that night prolonged the dance much to our pleasure. Omicron congratulates Alpha Omicron Lambda, The grads had their September meeting In Brownsville, about fifty-odd miles from here, and Brothers Rose. Marshall. Davenport and Talbot of Omicron and Alec Taylor of Epslion got there in time for a couDle of dances but no business. The opening of school this fall finds Omicron with plenty of brothers back. AS nndergrads at Pitt, we have Brothers Waters. Sterling, Davenport. Douglass. Rose and Bolden. with Wynn. Jeffries, and Harris as seniors; at Carnegie. Peelon. a senior; at Duquesne. Robert Baker, an undergrad. Ernest Johnson. Henry Bridges and Lawrence Marshall as grads; at Pitt. J. Lorraine Jones, who is working toward his doctorate in biology, and Walter R. Talbot, who has been awarded another Graduate Council Scholarship by the University of Pittsburgh for work toward his doctorate degree In mathematics. At Washington and Jefferson College are Pledges Robert Rucker. Elmer Jones, and Paul Perkins. The latter has made the

freshman football team and Is the first

Page 26 of our group to wear W. & J. togs since the glorious days of Omicron's Brother Charles West. Pledge Stanley Payne Is back at Pitt. In keeping with the traditional leadership and activity, Brother Joshua Rose was reelected president of the Pitt Lyceum, local collegiate forum; Brother Frank Bolden is back in the Pitt Band: and Brother Robert Baker is again In the Duquesne band. Though an undergraduate chapter, most, of Omicron's officers are graduates, so In November a complete shake-up Is scheduled. The president. Brother Walter Talbot: the vice-president, Brother James Albritton; the secretary. Brother Henry Bridges; and the assistant secretary. Brother Lawrence Marshall, have degrees. Treasurer Jim Jeffries and sergeant-at-arms. Woody Harris are senior dents. The spokesman of the chapter, Brother Mai Goode, has his degree; but 1933 will, no doubt, fmd Omicron In the hands of undergrade, where It belongs. Mentioning the presidency brings to mind the fact that Brother Jackson 8. Smith, former president of Omlcnm, torn Just opened an office for the practice of medicine In his home town. His arrangements are modern throughout. Omicron wishes him rapid success. The same •wishes are extended to Brother Ira Cornelius. also a former president, who has Just openmedical offices. Still another of our former presidents. Brother Wilton Jackson, best known to Pittsburghers as "Big Jack," Joined Omega chapter last July. Omicron mourns his passing. Just now Omicron Is planning Its rushing season and the next few weeks win probably find the pick of the campuses wearing Sphinx pins. Pittsburgh is scheduled to welcome Wilberforce and West Virginia Thanksgiving: we can't be definite now but we can say that no Alpha man will leave here after the holiday without having had a grand time.

Pep And Progress Reported By A Young Chapter The brothers of Alpha PI Lambda. « Winston-Salem. N. C, closed the ywtr 1931-32 with a most pleasant smoker-banauet. Brother Newell, acting as toast-master, handled the affair very cleverly. It was the "good old Alpha Spirit" that prevailed as the brothers toasted and dined royally. On Friday evening. April 29th. amid clusters of roses and clinging vines picturesquely set by Brother John T. Long, (professor of art at W. S. T. C.) AlDha PI Lambda Chapter presented to Its friends of Wlnsfon-Salem the most brilliant affair of the season, in the manner of its formal dance. Music was furnished by the Morrisy Syncopators of Greensboro. N. C. Expressions of praise and enloyment were welcomed from our many friends at home and outof-town. During the month of June. Brother Otis T. Hogue of Knoxville. Tenn., and Miss Malissa Holland of Washington, D. C, both teprhers In the nubile schools of WinstonSalem, were quietly married. They Journeved to the home of the groom where their honeymoon was spent until June 2fith. when they returned to WinstonPalem. They are now residing at 1718 E. 11th Street, here. Brothers Henri Payne, of AlDha Nil Lambda. an instructor of Spanish at Tuskegee TnsHtute. and Gustave Auzenne. of Mu Lambda, an Instructor of commerce at Howard University, were visitors in our city during the summer. It was also our pleasure to have as a visitor. Brother W. A. Smith, one of our charter members, who Is now employed In the public schools of Atlanta. Brother President A. H. Anderson, according to the official 1932-33 Basketball

Guide, holds the distinction aa being the

Page 26

THE SPHINX

only Negro of the five registered basketball officials in North Carolina. After well spent vacations, the brothers gathered on September 18 In t h e library of the Columbian Heights School of which Brother Anderson Is principal, for their first meeting. At t h e call of t h e roll t h e following brothers responded: Dr E Shephard Wright, O. T. Hogue, Instructor of modern language at Atkins High; C E Colter, Instructor of mathematics, Atkins cal business men; J. A. Carter, principal High; C. R. Roberson and Leander Hill loAtklns High; George L. Allen, director of music at Atkins; George F. Newell, Instructor of biology. A. H. S.; J. W. Holmes, professor of Englsih, Winston-Salem Teachers College; C. T. Willloms, instructor of English at the Columbian Heights Schooland J. O. Ellis, of Alpha Omlcron, who is now a member of AlphaPl Lambda We were glad to welcome Into our meeting Brother J. Leonard Cary, Jr., of Alpha Brother Cary was an outstanding athlete Nu Lambda Chapter of Knoxville, Tenn while in College In three major sports He is t h e son of Professor J. L. Cary, Sr who Is head of t h e department of English at Knoxville College. It was also our pleasure to have prese n t Brother H. M. Johnson, of Alpha Iota Lambda, coming us apparently youthful yet ripe In experience and full of t h e true "Alpha Spirit," holding an A.B. from West Virginia State College, M.A. from New York University, and having completed all resident requirements for t h e Ph.D. He is now serving as professor of education at Wlnston-Salem Teachers College. As a special feature of our Go-to-HighSchool. Go-to-College-Campalgn. on May 13 we sponsored an oratorical contest, which gave us contact with many of t h e patrons of t h e city. The local campaign was carried on very successfully by Brother J. A. Carter, who was also state director. There are other projects we plan t o sponsor In connection with our educational drive for the coming year, which will be spoken of In a later issue of The Sphinx. With experience and veteran leadership this year will be a red-letter year in t h e history of Alpha Phi Lambda Chapter. —GEORGE F. NEWELL.

city. The Go-to-Hlgh-School, Go-to-College Campaign went over with a "bang " and made an Impression upon t h e youth of this vicinity not to be forgotten And now at this writing we are looking forward to our first meeting of the current fiscal year, to be held at t h e residence of Brother Dr. C. A. Toles. From earnest expectancy and glorious anticipation of the brothers, all Indications point -o a rousing meeting at t h a t time During vacation period several brothers of note have been In our city on various SB We E Carroll c a °rr„i, of ^ " JKansas r * * t h e Cltv £? M £.. R »T« «PMHI„„ T» Wilberforce. convocation o r a L of S e w s Business College; Dr. H. Mills of Talladega College, and Ha«ry Rob nsan of Beta, Washington, D. C. C t a t o were socially and fraternally entertaTned A?pha ' f n a s 0 X n m l d S t ' * " * ° I d A * h a ™ e d 0 ^ 1 1 ^ 2 0 t h °. u r h e a r t s w e r e touchr a n £ and t ^ \ W h e n d e a t n l n ™ d * d our ranks and took from us one of our ™«=. promising Brothers. Porter HorneV H had graduated from Shortrldge H?gS Schoo? some years ago. gone to Butler Unlversitv cut* d r n T n ^ h e ^ v l g o r ^ ! 8 ^ -

™ ° ^

Gamma Chapter Hard Hit By Marriage, Graduation

Beta Nu Brothers Pledge Themselves To Alphadom Alpha added im***,*1?, another l i n k p h a o o n f wl» ^ o l c e ^ t ' X r " i ? * " A 1 " able chain whin o^TApriV 23°"!»$?' Vv1 ? "e " Presldent Charles W G C L h?' ° " elates rvtor,j»j-7 — " r e e n and his asso-

pi i J S ^ l i S p " " " ' * ">• B"""»« *>-

Pi Chapter Conducts Educational Campaign M has n ° t had an active summer, b u t the late spring was an especially busy period for the Cleveland chapter. The committee appointed to handle the educational campaign went Into the high schol in Cleveland's downtown district and rendered valuable service, the full fruits of which have not yet been realized The chapter's eighteenth anniversary celebration—a formal dance In the spring was a^success. It was held in one of the most charming ballrooms in the city School has just opened here and a reco c t S, a 1 t . t , e n d « m c e of brothers. Sphinx men and eligible freshmen has been established Pi looks forward to a great year and to an early fall initiation tT, T h e + T,ebrr 0 tbi?r oe rt sh eor fs P 1 - , o l n l n wishing all r»»«f,°n g°°<» luck and a successful and active season. —ALEXANDER H. MARTIN, Jr.

SSPSSSSSSS nett. vice-president- Frank F

pYr,*

Dra K. Matthews. BK- Jr., and Jerome Following the Initiatory exercises ,„ which twenty-five brothers from tnf. adjoining States took very a ctT v T n . i . * £ d6 new and old brothers were active r l r t . 0M1 pants in an elaborate banauet . J ?*f i " m "e Economics Building A welcome , ^ ° was given bv Brother T D e ' T m e a t , dress

Iota Lambda Gainina In Prestige In Its Citu ™ ! ° t a f L a m b d a Chapter closed last J u n e one of the most successful vears ln the ^ ? ' her existence in IndtanaooHs One of the achievements of which she Is Justly proud was the reclamation of some

Si, f, £"* Sheep

of the nouse 0I

Alpha

Phi Alpha, some brothers who had not made a meeting- since the night t h a t thev first beheld the "light of dav." are now among our most zealous and enthusiastic workers. The dance and closing prom went a long wav toward establishing the prestige of the chapter In the social circles of t h e

High School, Miami, Florida. Brothers Lincoln Chllds and Samuel Cohen spent their vacations at their homes ln Gainesville ana Miami respectively. . Brother Noah H. Bennett was employe 0 In the dining department of the college during t h e summer. Brother William Duhose was employed in the boarding department of t h e college, having charge of tne demonstration elementary school. Brother Frank E. Pinder continued his work as secretary to t h e state agricultural agent. Brother J. B. Bragg also worked In tne boarding department of t h e college, having charge of t h e Home Economics BuildingBrother Jerome Matthews was chef coo* ln the college cafeteria. Brother R. O'Hara Lanier, dean of tne college of Arts and Sciences has returned after a year's leave for study towards n» doctor's degree at Harvard UniversityBrothers A. L. Kldd and J. L. Langhorne. heads of the departments of political science and English, respectively, have returned after studying last summer at tne University of Iowa. Brother E. E. ware Is doing graduate study at Cornell University during the coming term. ,. Brother Theodore Wright's grldders have one of t h e toughest schedules ever attempted by the Institution. Brother Eugene Bragg has returned after a year's study a 1 Iowa State College. Jewel Charles H. Champman. with whom all Beta Nu and certalnlv all Alphadom sympathizes In t h e recent death of ni» loving mother. Is studying at the University of Minnesota. D—WILLIAM DUBOSE

U V - f T £ £ £ & J ^ S ^ n e y ' sTnc7 S lfl ° t f t h e " a d " a t > " * "lass of ' 3 2 ^ Since last commencement. Brother W W Weatherspool Graduate ir, iZ. R „mmTr school class and Is more efficient t o T r r y on his work as pastor of the First Baptist Church of Balnbridge. Georgia Brother S ?». l h e h , R h s ' , h 0 0 1 "f ^listls Florida H eh S c D h ^ a r r ? * i r e e n e h e a d * the Junior High School at Boynton. Florida and Brother Joshua W. Williams, heads the science department of Booker T. Washington

Gamma Chapter launches forth Into » sea of depression and a gale of collegia^ set-backs here at Union. Yet. these factor shall not deter happy landings in D e c e n T ber nor mark the end of Gamma's o sgl°r^ Possessing, as we do. a unique P ' t l o .„ In the collegiate world, we feel proud *» have as our president the Eastern vie president of the general organization. r D" lng young in years, he has t h e g l ° ' ° " f promise of becoming, ln the not distau future, t h e president of the latter bodyPassing from one degree of grace to another. Gamma has stood out as no otne in her scholastic record during the pa°> school year. Brothers Hylan, "Dizzy" Lew Is and James Payne were graduates t " • June, Cum Laude. Not only this, b u t tn» same "Dlzzv" Lewis Is studying at the un> verslty of Chicago for his MA. degree > Social Science. Brothers Wesley N. Segr and Harold B. Jordan are studying at M e harry Medical College, and the Colun>w» University School of Business, respectivelyOn April 16th. Gamma welcomed to » pha Phi Alpha eight of t h e s q u a w k i n g neophytes t o cross the burning sands sine ye scribe. Those men who electrified »» silence of the night and made weary tra elers foot sore were: E. K. Jones, **" Garnsev Ellis. Junius Taylor. Fillmore Mlo n chell. Otis Smith. Lloyd Williams, D u p Evans and Emmett T. Browne. ...„. The following brothers have left us eltn er through marriage or graduation: J- " ' Paige, graduation and marriage: H. Q Le . wf l9 Is. John Williams. Dick Armsltead. R « " Plcott, Harold Jordan. James Payne. H e r man A. "Thinker" Washington, marria* and graduation: Weslev N. Segre. "Sm° K l l Allen. Shorty Henderson. Allen Roblnso«j T h u s Jackson. Curtis "Knockneed" Croc* fr and ve Scribe, who Is back casting " ' lot In the theoloelcal dennrtment and *" the amazement nf himself and friends. We are Dleased and hannv altogether • "'elcome Brothers .Tnhn M. Moore. L- , , ' Davis. Daniel Singleton and Ivan Taylo^ Brother Moore has just returned from g"" Paree where he has been studying on »» Ph.D. Brother L. W. Davis returns to J1£ with his master's decree from Column * Untversltv School of Business. .„„ Brother Robert Daniel returns to us wit" h i s doctor's degree ln psychology ft01"

THE SPHINX Teachers' College. Brother Oscar Singleton halls from Talladega and the Windy City to take his theological work a t the university. Brother Ivan Taylor comes to us from Howard University and is the head of the English department. Speaking about marriages, this year certainly had a Hen on the love bug at Gamma. Brother Otis Smith was dramatically tied to his Big Bertha in the person of the attractive Miss Catherine Christine Williams. Brother Herman A. Washington decided to quit thinking and take on one of the most charming War Departments in the person of Miss Naomi Zuleme Hucles. Brother James R. Paige felt it his duty to p u t aside his bachelor freedom and take upon himself the more serious task of ankllng it down the middle aisle M> seal himself to Miss Thelma Winston. To these Brethren, Gamma must extend Its sympathls and heartfelt gratitude along with many wishes for their happiness and success. By the way. Dame rumor has It t h a t "Dizzy" Lewis was quietly sealed during the vacation. Look o u t Dick Armlstead, only a trick of fate kept you from having your doom sealed. Brother Joe B a n some has a bit of publicity these days which Is a bit annoying to a body of my acquaintance. After such a heluva season, I guess the Brothers will settle down t o real work and make things h u m around here and when Christmastlde approaches. —G. J. GILLIAM.

Talking About Spirit, Alpha Upsilon Has It! The brothers of Alpha Upsilon, Detroit, Mich., returned from their vacations imbued with t h e good old Alpha spirit. September 19th started us out upon another scholastic Journey. This year promises to be a very active one under the leadership of our president, Brother R. T. Solomon. He has some corking good plans in spite of the heavy program he is carrying. Brother Solomon Is completing work in sociology for his master's degree. Brother Leroy Dues will represent us on field and track as he so ably did in t h e trials for a berth on the U. S. Olympic team. Brother Dues earned his trip to Evanston, HI., by placing first in the trials a t Ann Arbor, Mich., and from Evanston to Palo Alto, Calif. At t h e finals in California, he could not compete on account of a swollen knee due to the long trip across t h e country by motor. However, he visited the greatest Olympiad of all times. His accounts of the exciting races of Brother Eddie Tolan, and Ralph Metcalfe and other events are Interesting. Alpha Upsilon has two brothers whom she nominates for the Alpha Phi Alpha Hall of Fame. They are Brothers "Bob" Evans and "Dick" Laurey. Brother Evans was recently admitted to practice in t h e U. S. Supreme Court. He is an outstanding member of Detroit's legal profession and Is making steady progress in the Held of civil law. Brother Laurey successfully completed his study a t the Detroit College of medicine last June with very high honors. He Is now Interning at the Providence Hospital in Chicago, 111. Brother Mack finished his medicine from the same institution and Is now interning at an outstanding hospital in Michlga. Brothers Mclver and Hollis entered medical colleges this month. A surprise party was given for Brother Hollis. Brother King Callon was there "in t h e cool of the evening," if yon know what I mean. He Is the great social bug of Detroit, Oh, yeah! He was the life of the party and a good time was had by all. Brother Fred Litefoot has joined t h e ranks of t h e benedicts, having married the charming Miss Celerls Williams of Columbus, Ohio. Brother Stinson Broaddus was t h e best man. Our Sphinx Club Is a group of fine promise. Brother Solomon a few days before the close of school p u t over a smoker which served to stimulate t h e Interest of

all the aspirants. Brother Broaddus acted as chairman which made the affair the season's best. There was plenty good eats and Ice cold beer to drink; lots of singing and speaking, too. Some of the speakers were: Brothers, Broaddus, chairman; Solomon president; Hollis, secretary; "Eddie" Tolan, and F . Moore, president of the Sphinx club. Every member Is eager to get going. Most of t h e brothers are gainfully employed and promise their financial support. The con certed efforts which are evident promise to outstrip all other years. Alpha Upsilon wishes all its co-chapters the same success. —W. B. THOMPSON

100-Mile Round Trip Means Nothing To These Brothers Another school year has rolled around, and wth it a determination on t h e part of Alpha Epilson Lambda Chapter to carry on from the point a t which we ceased work last year, as well as to make this year one of distinct achievement. In keeping with this determination, the members of Alpha Epsilon Lambda Chapter have made arrangements to have meetings at Vicksburg, Mississippi, and to convehe regularly, even though this means a fifty mile trip each time for the brothers from Tougaloo and Alcorn. The round trip is one of a hundred miles, but the brothers are quite willing to spend the time in the interests of Alpha Phi Alpha. During t h e summer, Brothers Williams and Bosner did work on their master's degrees a t the University of Wisconsin, Brother Williams is the field of physical education and Brother Bonner in French. Both worked with marked success. Then came an event which will not be forgotten for some time to come. It was one of those events which are foreseen, b u t foreseen with the presentiment t h a t they may not happen after all. The event referred to is t h e marriage of Brother President W. H. Williams. The one and only "Duke" Williams took unto himself a bride, the former Miss Nellie O. Burbridge, of New Orleans. Inasmuch as the knot was tied while the members of the chapter were more or less scattered, the couple did not receive its share of rice, tin cans, and old shoes, b u t they are certain to receive plenty of verbal good wishes from their many friends. The chapter extends its heartiest congratulations to Brother President W. H. Williams and Mrs. Williams. The past summer gave us the opportunity to renew acquaintance with two f o r m e r members of this chapter—Brothers Agulnaldo Lanier and McKinley Peterson, both of Jackson, Mississippi. Brother Lanier Is to spend t h e coming year a t Harvard completing the requirements for his Ph. D. degree, while Brother Peterson is to return to Fort Pierce, Florida, where he Is headmaster of Lincoln Academy. Both of these men have left the fold of Alpha EpsUon Lambda, b u t It is to be noted with satisfaction t h a t they are engaged in highly fruitful pursuits. And so, with t h e summer gone, all hands are bending to the task of doing some highly useful and constructive work. The year stretches out before us, and we Intend to make it one of signal accomplishments In this vicinity. —P. W.BONNER

The Mile-High Chapter Says It's A Mile Ahead Too Alpha Iota, the mile-high chapter, a mile high and a mile ahead, again brings you plenty gab of the doings of the fraters "way out here in t h e Rocky Mountains." Talk about your educational campaigns! Brothers, Director G. Leonard White really did old Alpha Phi Alpha proud, carefully planning and executing the most successful campaign in the history of t h e chapter, and If you will recall Alpha Iota's record, t h a t is saying quite a mouthful. Every single meeting drew capacity crowds, and In Colorado Springs even standing room was not

Page 27 available a few minutes after t h a t particular meeting had been called to order. Another record crowd was on hand for the Boulder session, and Denver was literally swept oil its feet by the many features arranged by Brother White in t h e furtherance of t h e desire to seek higher education. Since the last issue of The Sphinx, Claude Walton has been led Into t h e new life and light of Alpha. Brother Walton's ability as a n athlete and his achievements as a talented musician foretells more glory for Alpha Iota. During the past few months, It has been the lot of Alpha Iota to greet many distinguished visiting fraters—the 144th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church brought, among others, Brothers Dr. J . B. Barber, Psl Lambda, Chattanooga, Tennessee; Dr. J . W. Holley, Albany, Georgia, undoubtedly one of t h e outstanding figures of the conference, surely t h e most colorful, who made the nominating speech for Dr. William Hallock Johnson, president of Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, for moderator, the supreme honor bestowed by the Presbyterian Church on—the magnetic Holley, of magnificent physique, possessor of an enthralling, resonant voice, which carried to the fartherest corners of t h e spacious City Auditorium, precipitated t h e greatest spontaneous outbursts of enthusiasm of the entire sessions with his fiery deliverance— his speech, sprinkled with droll, subtle humor, was again and again interrupted by volleys of applause and laughter. Brother J . E. Belton,, Alpha Omlcron, was to the conference as a member of t h e Johnson C. Smith quintette. The Rev. I . W. Underhill, who, with his wife, recently returned from Cameroon, West Africa, where he has been engaged in missionary work for the last three years, was another outstanding presbyter. He protested vehemently, though vainly, against t h e selection of Fort Worth, Texas, as t h e next assembly site. As t h e official representative of the Associated Negro Press, your humble scribe was enabled to get t h e "inside" dope of a most interesting church (and political) organization. Another of Alpha's most lllustrous sons. remembering t h e good old times he enjoyed here in 1929, stopped off after his Olympic conquests—Brother Eddie Tolan, Brother Andrews arranged a little stomp for the "express" during his sojourn. Brothers Herman Washington, proud son of Virginia Union and Gamma, is home, working on his master's a t Denver University. Brother Jimmle Adams Is another in quest of an M. A. a t Denver U. Brother S. M. Riley, Jr., formerly pastor of t h e Centenary M. E. Church, Akron, Ohio, has been assigned to Scotts M. E. In Denver, and will add materially to Alpha Iota—incidentally, t h e Rev. slipped away back home, returning with a better half. When the Colorado State Democratic Party established a precedent, sending a Negro to a National Democratic Convention as delegate, for the first time in the history of the Rocky Mountains region, t h a t singular distinction went to our good Brother O. L. Lawson, past president of Alpha Iota . . . .More about him elsewhere In this Issue. The chapter is in receipt of a letter from t h e city of Denver expressing the city's appreciation a n d t h a n k s for work done by t h e chapter among the poor and needy, and, specifically, for t h e Inestimable aid rendered to t h e chapter's "adopted" family. When Brother Matthew W. Carroll, national director of education, paid Denver a recent visit, it was the first time since t h e chapter's inception ten years ago, t h a t a national officer had been In Denver. He was royally feted, and t h e men of Alpha gathered at the home of prexy John Waller t o honor h i m a t a stag. His resume and remarks pertaining to his initial year's work were instructive and entertaining. The amiable Brother Carroll impressed the group with his obvious application to his Job, and the thoroughness and efficiency with which he goes about his duties. With Brothers Walton, Adams, and A n .

Page 28 drewa of last year's city basketball champions (two being all-conference selections) and with the timely arrival of Brothers Washington, former Union ace, and Riley the praying Lincoln and Ohio flash, Alpha Iota is already laying plans for an AlphaOmega basketball series during the Christmas holidays. Come up to Colorado and learn about the Alpha spirit! —U. J. ANDREWS

Nu Chapter Achievements, Past And Present, Listed On the night of May 4, thirteen potential brothers began the trek across the burning sands to enable them to see the light ol the world. Forthwith are listed the new brothers and their activities and attainments which, in some cases, are Incomplete • Thomas Bennett—honor student 1 2 3 4: varsity football 4; Greek Testament Club 4; Intramural track 4. Edgar Flood—Glee Club 1, 2, 3; German Club 2; honor student 3. (Brother Flood was elected to serve as publicity manager of the Glee Club during this school year). Isaiah Harrison—varsity baseball and football, 3, 4; Intramural basketball 4- allcenter 4; track official .. Raymond Hatcher—Y. M. C. A. cabinet 1varsity football 1; student council 1; orchestra 1; class football 2; physical education instructor 2; honorary member of Intramural Council 2. (Brother Hatcher was elected president of the Junior class and was also reappointed to the Y. M. C. A. cabinet). Clarence Holte—varsity tennis 1, 2; class baseball 2. Bernard Howard—class football 1, 2; Intramural track 1, 2; intramural basketball 1; varsity basketball 2; class baseball 2. Mlddleton Lambright—intramural track 4< varsity basketball 4; publicity manager of Varsity Club 4. Herman Marrow—varsity tennis 1, 2, 3; class basketball 1, 2, 3; class baseball l', 3; varsity baseball 2; Cardoza Tennis Medal 2, 3j captain of tennis and class basketball teams 2. Bail Pree—class basketball and baseball 1, 2; class football 2; honor student 2. G. Wesley Raney—varsity football 1, 2, 3; intramural basketball, baseball and track 1, 2, 3; Y. M. C. A. cabinet 2, 3; assistant circulation manager, "Lincoln News" 3; French Club 3; Intramural Council 3, 4. (Brother Raney was elected "Y" representative to the Middle Atlantic State Council for the present school year). Alvin Thomas—varsity basketball 4; Intramural track 4; class baseball 4; honor student 4. Bradford Thompson—freshman mathematlcs prize 1. Robert Young—varsity football 1, 2; C. I. A. A. official 3; Intramural official' 3 4member of Varsity Club constitution committee 3, 4; Middle Atlantic Association official 3, 4. Brothers Bennett, Thomas, Thompson, and Young were members of the June graduating class. Brothers Harrison and Lambright will receive their degrees on completion of another semester's work. Brothers Flood, Marrow, and Raney are now seniors; and Brothers Hatcher, Holte, Howard and Pree, Juniors. The Alpha Sunday program, on May 8, in observance of the annual "Go to High School—Go to College Campaign," was as usual a success. Brother M. Clinton Felton played an organ prelude after which Brother Matthew Davis rendered the invocation. Mr. C. R. Andrews, of West Chester, sang two numbers, following which Brother Clarence. Shelton, master of ceremonies, introduced the main speaker—Brother Eugene Klnkle Jones, secretary of the Urban League. After Brother Jones' inspiring address, the Alpha Quartet, composed of Brothers Jesse Anderson, William Kidd, Norman Gaskins. and James Myrick, sang "Mother o' Mine." Brother Dr. Roberts of New York, introduced Mr. C. C. Hewitt, president of the Dunbar National Bank, who made a tine response. Dean George Johnson gave

THE SPHINX the benediction after which the brothers sang the Alpha Hymn which was appropriately dedicated "to our Mothers." Each of the brothers wore either a pink or a white carnation in honor of his mother. It was with regret that Nu Chapter bade farewell to its members of the June graduating class. So worthy of commendation are the achievements of most of the graduating brothers that they are listed, although in some cases incomplete, along'with the names of the brothers: Jesse Anderson—honor student 1 2 3 4Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Mask and Gown Club 1, 2; individual prize winner in Chester County Dramatic Tourney 1; publicity manager of the glee club 3; treasurer 4; sophomore debating team 2; Phi Lambda Sigma 3, 4; quartette 3, 4; director 4; Student Council 3, 4; secretary 3; president 4; varsity soccer 4. Matthew Davis—"Lincoln News" staff 1, 2, 3; assistant business manager 2, 3; Y. M. C. A. cabinet 2; recording secretary of Nu 2; secretary of Student Council 2' library staff 3, 4; assistant librarian 4 Harold Fenderson—honor student 1 2 3 4; French Club 2, 3, 4; Latin Instructor 3-' library staff 4. Frederick Grigsby—varsity track 1, 2- Glee Club 2; honor student 3, 4. Laurence Howard—honor student 1 2 3 4; Latin Instructor 2, 3, 4; Mason L a t i n Prize 1; Chrlsman Sophomore English Prize 2; Phi Lambda Sigma 3, 4; president 4Lincoln News staff 2, 3, 4; columnist 2associate editor 3; editor 4; publicity manager of Glee Club 4; library staff 2, 3; class chaplain 2; recording secretary of Nu 3' private tutor in Latin 4; Latin salutatorlari 4. Leonard Johnson—Mask and Gown Club 1; varsity Club 2, 3, 4; orchestra 2 3 4-: varsity track 2, 3; intramural basketball 4 Nu basketball 4. Nunley Keets—publicity manager of Glee Club 3; honor student 3; Nu basketball 3 4 Lavosier LaMar—varsity football l 2 ' 3 4; varsity baseball 1, 2, 3; Intramural basketball 1, 2, 3. 4; Nu basketball 2 3 4Mask and Gown Club 1, 2; president and business manager 1, 2; vice-president of class 1; honor student 4. George Luscombe—varsity soccer 3 4Biology instructor 4. Edward Mais—honor student 1 2 3 4' runner-up for Seldom Medal 1; Chrlsman Sophomore English Prize 2; editor of Sphinx 3; Phi Lambda Sigma 3, 4- eligible for Beta Kappa Chi 3; library staff 3; manager of orchestra 4; varsity soccer 4- intramural basketball 4; Nu basketball 4- valedictorian 4. Wilfred Mais—honor student 1 2 3 4eligible for Phi Lambda Sigma 3. ' John Maupln—Lincoln News staff 2, 3 4class football and baseball 1. Harold Seaborne—honor student 1 2 3 4; Phi Lambda Sigma 3, 4; treasurer of Nu 3; library staff 3. Clarence Shelton—honor student 1 2 3 4; Y. M. C. A. Cabinet 2, 3, 4; representative to Middle Atlantic State Council 3president 4; debating team 3, 4; mathematics instructor 3, 4; Lincoln News Staff 3 4; news manager 3; assistant editor 4- corresponding secretary of Nu 3; secretary of A t h l e t i c Association 3; Inter-fraternal Council 3, 4; Intramural Council 3 4 Ernest Smith—varsity football i 3 4captain 4; varsity basketball 2, 3, 4-' acting captain 4; varsity baseball 2; Intramural Council 1, 2; vice-president of Nu 2; president of Nu 3; president of Interfraternal Council 3; president of Varsity Club 3 4president of class 3, 4. (Brother Smith has been chosen coach at Lincoln for this school year). Paul Terry—Glee Club 1, 2; class baseball 1, 2, 3; class football 1; Mask and Gown Club 1, 2; Lincoln News Staff 1, 2, 3; Y M. C. A. cabinet 2, 3, 4; publicity manager of L. U. sports 2, 3; library staff 3 4Nu basketball 2, 3; Phi Lambda Sigma 3 4; secretary of class 4; golf champion 4-' honor student 4. Leonard Wright—varsity baseball 1, 2, 3; intramural basketball 3, 4; library staff 3 4; honor student 3, 4.

The parting words of the brothers present at a farewell meeting Sunday, May <"• were enough to bring tears to the eyes 01 the brothers who remain behind in t»e fraternal folds of Alpha. . The brothers who remain in the fraternal folds of Alpha for another year or two are. SENIORS Robert Bennett—class baseball and baaketball 1, 2. 3; varsity tennis 1, 2; MM* and Gown Club 1; class football 2; final"* for Cardoza Tennis Medal 2; captain °' tennis team 3; chaplain of Nu 3. George Dickerson—honor student 1, 2,~'. English instructor 2, 3; eligible for r" Lambda Sigma and Beta Kappa Chi 3; Ma* and Gown Club 1; secretary of German WUD 2. M. Clinton Felton—honor student 1, 2, •*. Seldon Medal 1; Mask and Gown Club *• assistant treasurer of Nu 2; treasurer 3; » " companlst and soloist of Glee Club 2, ; German Club 2; advisor to Sphinx Club • chairman of class letter and class song conmlttees 3; Phi Lambda Sigma 3; Beta Kappa Chi 3. (Brother Felton will serve as pres dent of Phi Lambda Sigma and vice "Pref u ' dent of Beta Kappa Chi during his sem year). Julius Gray—class basketball and b a s e b a 1, 2, 3; honor student 1, 2, 3; debating « a » 1, 2; class football 2; secretary of Nu 3. William Kidd—John Miller Dickey Society 1. 2, 3, 4; president 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3. • soloist 1, 2, 3, 4; quartette 4; vlce-presldeii of Glee Club 3; president 4; chaplain " Nu 3; Executive Council of class 4. ( B r 0 , " . Kidd will receive his degree on comple" 0 of another semester's work). , Austin Martin—Glee Club 1, 2, 3; P r e =. dent of class 2; honor student 2; lntramur basketball 1, 2. 3. Sterling Maupin—Mask and Gown c l uvab l t y 2; varsity soccer 1, 2, 3; captain 3; *.,. track 1, 2, 3; Intramural Council 1. 2. • Lincoln News staff 2, 3; athletic editor • corresponding secretary of Nu 3; honor s dent 1, 2. (Brother Maupln was elect business manager of the Lincoln News » vice-president of the Athletic Associate during his senior year). 3; Oren Riley—varsity basketball 1.v a r '•„« German Club 2; president of class 3; ~n_ club 1, 2, 3; Interfraternal Council 3; * v d letic Council 3. Brother Riley was reeiec president of his class. ,ce. James Smith—honor man 1, 2, 3; president of German Club 2. . j F. Laurence Templeton—honor student . reslde 2, 3; Intramural Council 1; P £„wn class 1; varsity football 1; Mask and u° Club 1; Y. M. C. A. cabinet 3; repress^ tative to the Pennsylvania State Council • Interfraternal Council 2, 3; Phi hBXD7 0t Sigma 3; vice-presldet of Nu 2; president Nu 3; library staff 3; Student Counc 11 • chairman of the Junior Prom l n v U a _ f l n committee 3; second assistant football m» g ager 2; first assistant football m a n af go ?M a ii (Brother Templeton will serve as ° * 0 f manager, assistant librarian, president Student Council, and vice-president 01 Eastern Pennsylvania Y. M. C. A. c o u cil during his senior year). oraCharles Wilson—varsity tennis 1, 2; " n m a t l c Club 1, 2; Literary oclety 2; B n g J l g n m a t l c Club 1, 2;; Llterarl Society 2; Bngi Prom C o m m i t t e e 3 .

JUNIORS H. Alfred Farrell—honor s t u d e n t 1. 2; *£ r s i s t a n t secretary of class 1; r u n n e r - u p Seldon Medal 1; secretary of class 2; » ™ . llsh i n s t r u c t o r 2; Y . M. C. A. c a , b l n ^ X e r Interfraternai Council 2; treasurer of " m a n club 2; editor to t h e S p h i n x 2. ^"-g. er Farrell will serve as c o r r e s p o n d i n g B<V,wt tary of t h e J u n i o r class and a s s i s t a n t edi of t h e Lincoln News d u r i n g t h i s school ye • He was. also a p p o i n t e d t o t h e library «»* ' a n d "Y" representative t o t h e Eastern P 6 " sylvania S t a t e C o u n c i l ) . ^>tN o r m a n ('.askins—Glee Club 1. 2; s o l o » ; u 2; class football 1; h o n o r s t u d e n t 2; 1 "Jj. t e t t e 2; second a s s i s t a n t football m i B . ager 2; a s s i s t a n t treasurer of N u 2. Bro* er G a s k i n s w a s elected t o serve during Junior year as class a s s i s t a n t - t r e a s u r e r , vi

THE SPHINX president of the glee club, and first assistant football manager). Keith Hall—class football 1, 2; class basketball 1, 2; all Intramural five 2; Intramural track 1, 2; Nu basketball 2. Harold Minus—honor student 1, 2; Intramural basketball 1; Glee Club 2; class sergeant of arms 1, 2. Warren Smith—varsity soccer 1, 2; secretary of class 1; varsity baseball 1; Phi Lambda Sigma Literary Contest Winner 1; vicepresident of Nu 2. ( Brother Smith will captain and coach the soccer team this year. In addition he Is vice-president of Student Council and chairman of the Junior Prom invitation committee). Herbert Wheeldin—Kappa Alpha Psl Oratorical Medal 1; honor s t u d e n t 1, 2. Nu Chapter points with especial pride to the following brothers: F. Laurence Templeton—because his u n dying Interest In t h e chapter has brought It no little glory and honor; because his ability as a leader has made him one of t h e most popular men on the campus; because he typifies the Ideal Alpha man.

George Dlckerson—because he maintained an average of 1.00 during the past school year; because of his general all-round excellence In scholarship; because his diligence has won for him several honors which reflect in general on t h e chapter. M. Clinton Felton—because he won the Seldon Medal In his freshman year and has been winning honors ever since; because of his ability as a scholar; because of his musical talent; because of his general usefulness to the chapter. Nu lauds these brothers Ernest Smith—for his athletic ability which resulted In his appointment as coach at Lincoln. Paul Terry—for winning the golf championship. Herman Marrow—for winning the Cardoza Tennis Medal for the second time. Oren Riley—for his capable handling of the Junior Prom. Norman Gaskins—for his grand singing In t h e Glee Club. James Dorsey—for the splendid director of the Glee Club t h a t he Is.

Page 29 The honor men for t h e second semester of t h e past school year numbered twentyfive, an Increase of eight over t h e first semester. They were: George Dlckerson, 1.00; H. Alfred Farrell, 1.00; F . Laurence Templeton, 1.20; Edward Mais, 1.30; Leonard Wright 1.35; Clarence Shelton, 1.50; Thomas Bennett, 1.60; Alvln Thomas, 1.68; James Smith, 1.72; Harold Fenderson, 1.75; Laurence Howard, 1.75; Paul Terry, 1.79; Norman Gaskins, 1.81; Harold Minus, 1.81; Earl Pree, 1.84; Lavosier LeMar, 1.86; M. Clinton Felton, 1.87; Wilfred Mais, 1.88; Julius Gray, 2.00; Harold Seaborne, 2.07; Herbert Wheeldin, 2.07; Bernard Howard, 2.12; Raymond Hatcher. 2.15; Robert Young, 2.16; and G. Wesley Raney, 2.17. Brother Richard Hill, a graduate of Lincoln and a former member of Nu Chapter, began his duties as professor of English at Lincoln this fall. Nu Chapter welcomes Brother Hill with open arms and wishes him continued success. And t h u s ends the report. S'long. I'll be seein' ya again.

Page 30

THE SPHINX

IMPORTANT NOTICE-Read It Through: MEMBERS of the editorial staff, all chapter editors, and all brothers &Tr 째 h a v e c o n t " b u t i o n s to be published in The Sphinx please observe the following deadlines for the various issues of the year: " Z T L L

Convention (February) Number __ Educational-Pictorial (May) Number Commencement (October) Number Pre-Convention (December) Number

January 12th Anril 1st ISeptemblrWth ^November 28th

A deadline is absolutely essential. Observe it by getting your copy in before the indicated dates-certainly not later than the time stated above. Clip this list of deadlines and keep it for reference. Do not wait hereafter for a direct communication from The Sphinx before preparing your reports and articles.

THE ALPHA HALL OF FAME Who is the most outstanding brother at the seat of your chapter? Which one best represents the ideal Alpha man? Which one contributes most to the progress of our fraternity and to his community? Which one is doing the most construe tive work? Which has vision, ambition, courage, perseverance, ability above the ordinary, perhaps distinct genius? Decide these questions at your own chapter by some acceptable manner and nominate for the Alpha Hall of Fame to be conducted in The Sphinx, the brother m your locality who, in the collective opinion of your chapter, most deserves a place in the Alpha Hall of Fame. Then have your chapter editor, or other competent brother, write a pointed, brief, but complete account of the achievements of the b r o t h e r chosen a n d send this article to The Sphinx along with a photograph or cut of the l u c k y brother. When a photograph is sent accompany it with $4.04 to cover the cost of making the cut. Act now! The nominations will be used in the order in which they are received. Don't delay!

THE SPHINX

Page 81

Guide STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE Will Be Maintained

'V^JHIS month—today—and in the days \*J to come, we shall be able to give that individuality and persuasiveness necessary to the success of your printed messages. Why? you ask. Because on our payroll are only competent and artistic craftsmen, and furthermore, we are so equipped with type and material as to give just the right appeal to your message which the subject matter requires.

Why not let Guide Quality P R I N T I N G talk for you?

The Guide Publishing Co., Inc. 711-23 East Olney Road Telephone 25319

THE

SPHINX

GUIDE

QUALITY

Norfolk, Va.

PRODUCT

Page 32

THE SPHINX

Having The Alpha Spirit Includes Being Financial With Tour Chapter and the General Organization Pay Tour Chapter and Grand Taxes Today

Official Alpha Phi Alpha Directory — Continued (Continued from Inside Cover) BETA LAMBDA, Kansas City, Mo.; Pres., 8. D. Scruggs, Jr., 1312 N. 12th St.; Kansas City, Kan.; Sec'y., B. A. Mayberry, 2811 Vine St., Kansas City., Missouri. GAMMA LAMBDA, Detroit, Mich.; Pres., C. Henri Lewis, 6190 Iroquois Ave.; Sec'y., Grover D. Lange. 1700 St. Antolne St. DELTA LAMBDA, Baltimore, Md.; Pres., W. A. C. Hughes, Jr.; Sec'y., Clarence C. Jackson, 7 East Mulberry St. •P8ILON LAMBDA, St. Louis, Mo.; Pres.. 8. E. Garner, 11 N. Jefferson; Cor. Sec'y., 8. R. Redmond. ZBTA LAMBDA, Norfolk, V*.; Pres., Dr. L. A. Powlkes, 2510 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, Va.; Sec'y., A. D. Manning, 556 Twenty-fifth St., Newport News, Va. THETA LAMBDA, Dayton, Ohio; Pre*., Ralph W. Flnley. 45 Leroy St.; Sec'y., Earl P. Taylor, 250 S. Euclid Avenue. «TA LAMBDA, Atlanta, Ga.; Pres., P. B. Washington, 239 Auburn Ave., N. E.; Sec'y, C. W. Washington, 239 Auburn Ave., N. E. IOTA LAMBDA, Indianapolis, Ind.; Pres., Joseph C. Carroll, 2944 Indianapolis Ave.; Secy., Thomas L. Horner, 1647 Beliefontalne St. KAPPA LAMBDA, Greensboro, N. C; Pres. Dr. B. W. Barnes, 811 1-2 E. Market St. MU LAMBDA. Washington, D. C; Pres., Lewis K. Downing. 149 W St., N. W.; Sec'y., Harry McAlpln, 1111 Columbia Road, N. W. NU LAMBDA, Va. State College. Ettrlck. Va.; Pres., John L. Lockett; Sec'y., Doxey A. Wllkerson.

XI LAMBDA, Chicago. 111.; Pres., William H. Benson, 3507 South Parkway; Sec'y., Mason W. Fields. 6526 Eberhart Ave.

ALPHA EPSILON LAMBDA, Jackson, Miss.; Pres., W. H. Williams; Sec'y., R. A. Hamilton. (Write c|o F. W. Bonner. Tougaloo College. Tougaloo, Miss.)

OMICRON LAMBDA, Birmingham, Ala.; Pres.. W. E. Shortrldge, 311 Seventeenth Ave., Ensley, Ala.; Sec'y., L. R. Hall, 6432 First Ave., S., Birmingham, Ala.

ALPHA ZETA LAMBDA, Bluefleld, W. V«.; Pres., Lawrence V. Jordan, Kimball, W. Va.; Sec'y., E. W Browne, Box 576. Kimball, W. Va.

PI LAMBDA, Little Rock, Ark., Pres.. J. R Booker. Mosaic Temple Bldg.; Sec'y C. Franklin Brown, 1019 Cross St. RHO LAMBDA. Buffalo, N. T.; Pres., John L. Waters, 247 William St.; Sec'y, R*T. O. H. Brown, 166 Goodall St. SIGMA LAMBDA, New Orleans, La.; Pres., Dr. Ernest Cherle; Sec'y., E. M. Coleman, 2420 Canal St. TAO LAMBDA, Nashville. Tenn.; Pres., A. A. Taylor, Plsk University; Sec'y, J. R. Anderson, 1027 18th Ave. N. UPSILON LAMBDA, Jacksonville, Pla.; Pres.. Dr. R. W. Butler. 627 Davis St. PHI LAMBDA. Raleigh. N. C; Pres., H. L. Trigg. 117 E. South St.; Sec'y. Chas. H. Boyer, St. Augustine's College. PSI LAMBDA, Chattanooga, Tenn.; Pres., the Rev. J. B. Barber; Sec'y., Dr. W. B. Davis, 124y2 E. 9th St. ALPHA ALPHA LAMBDA, Newark, N. J.; Pres., Aubrey Robinson, 16 Walnut St., Madison, N. J.; Sec'y., Lawrence Wlllette, 1375 Stephens St.. Belleville. N. J. ALPHA BETA LAMBDA, Lexington, Ky.; Pres., Dr. James N. Mclnham, 432 N. Upper St.; Sec'y., Dr. H. A. Merchant, 128 DeWeese St. ALPHA GAMMA LAMBDA, New York City; Pres., Dr. Lucien M. Brown, 2460 Seventh Ave.; Sec'y, Dr. Robert S. White, Jr., 142 W. 140th St., Apt. 1-M. ALPHA DELTA LAMBDA, Memphis, Tenn.; Pres., W. P. Atkins, 566 Polk St.; Sec'y., Edwin C. Jones, 1230 Cannon St.

ALPHA ETA LAMBDA, Houston, Texas; Pres., R. W. Lights, 2611 Holman St.; Sec'y., C. L. Banks, 1920 St. Charles Street. ALPHA THETA LAMBDA, Atlantic City, N. J.; Inactive. ALPHA IOTA LAMBDA. Va.; inactive.

Charleston,

ALPHA KAPPA LAMBDA, Roanoke, Va.; Pres., Dr. Elwood D. Downing, Brooks Building; Secy., Dr. G. A. Moore, 430 Commonwealth Ave., N. E. ALPHA MU LAMBDA, Knoxvllle, Tenn.; Pres., Dr. N. A. Henderson, 133 • Vine St.; Sec'y. W. A. Robinson, lOlt E Main Street. ALPHA NU LAMBDA, Tuskegee Institute. Ala.; Pres., Neal F. Herrliord; Sec'y., Joseph E. Puller. ALPHA XI LAMBDA, Toledo, Ohio; Pres., Leo V. English, 5 N. Michigan St.; Sec'y., H. T. Miller, 669 Indiana Ave. ALPHA OMICRON LAMBDA, Pittsburgh, Pa.; Pres., Dr. C. Voyle Butler, 6260 Franktown Ave.; Secy., Wilbur C. Douglass, 418 Fourth Avenue. ALPHA PI LAMBDA, Winston-Salem, N. C ; Pres., A. H. Anderson, 1419 Hattle St.; Secy., Geo. F. Newell, 1617 K. 14th Street. ALPHA RHO LAMBDA, Columbus, Ohio; Pres., Dr. H. Sherman Manuel, 27B 8. Grant 8t.; Sec'y., Charles P. Blackbum, 237 N. 22nd St. OMEGA, The Great Beyond (Chapter ot the Dead)