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Methodist Gold Star Memorial Building Oklahoma City University Gflmmn phi BHfl Camps = Your Opportuunity For Service Marion Mueller Yochum Washington University Counselor at Sechelt, B.C.

A sweet and innocent child looked up at me during the first day of camp and said, "Gosh, are we going to eat again tonight? We only eat twice a day at home!" No words could be spoken at such a touching moment,

for here was the essence of our whole camping program and I knew that little Dena

was a typical underprivileged youngster who needed the experience that our

Gamma Phi Beta camp could provide for her.

counseiiii ���>�> A Great Experience In Living Verona Dilbeck Oklahoma City University Counselor at Indian Hills, The Crescent of Gamma Phi Beta

Volume LIII^ Numiber 4

The Cover Contents for Decemlber^ ^953 Methodist Gold Star Memorial Building at Oklahoma City University, where Beta Omicron The Governor's Comes To Tea 2 cliapter of Garnma Phi Beta was chartered November Lady 3, '95'- Oklahoma City University'; 3 The Crescent is published September 15, Decem ber I, March 15, and May i, by the George Banta Publishing Company, official printers ot the Women in a Democracy, Editorial 4 fraternity, at 450 Ahnaip Street, Menasha, Wiscon sin. a in Subscription price I1.50 year payable America's Busiest Homemaker 5 advance, 40^ a copy.

Send change ot address and correspondence of a Portrait of Ethel 6 business nature to Gamma Phi Beta, 450 Ahnaip Street, Menasha, , or Room 1160, 53 W. Tvi'irler Shatters Tradition 8 Jacl

Fourth Estaters, They Love Their Work! 10 Correspondence of an editorial nature is to be addressed to the Editor-in-chief, Mrs. One Artist's Philosophy 11 James Marelc, Clifton, Illinois. Items for publication should be addressed to the PHILANTHROPY 12 editor to arrive not later than July 1, October 1, January 10 and February 20. Panhellenic Presidents 15

Editorial Staff: Gamma Phi Beta Colonizes Chapter at Boulder 16 Ardis McBroom Marek, Editor-in-chief, Clifton, Illinois. President's Page Pj Janice Parker Holman, Associate Editor, i960 S.W. 16th Ave., Portland 1, Oregon. Grand Council Appointments 18 Frances Harkness Miller, Associate Editor, 11029 89th Ave., Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Gamma Phi Beta Convention News 22 Miss Mary Jane Hipp, Business , Room 1160, 53 W. Jacl

Postmaster: Please send notices of non-delivery on Form 3579 to Gamma Phi Beta, Room 1160, 53 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago 4, Illinois. The Governor's Lady Comes To Tea

Gamma Phi Betas at the University of Oregon were pleased to have as their

honored guest at a reception and tea this fall the first lady of the state, Mrs. Paul Patterson. Continuously active in Gamma Phi Beta affairs since

college days, Georgia Benson Patterson brings to her new position the same

graciousness and warmth that have endeared her to all who have come in

the circle of her friendship. In the receiving line were, left to right, Mrs. William E. Rogers, Eugene alumnae president, Mrs. Carl Koppe, Director of Province VI, Mrs. Patterson, Mrs. Ann Spurjin, Housemother, and Jean Henderson, Nu chapter president. From awkward frontier beginnings to a center of culture and scholarship,

within the space of one rich lifetime

OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY "Young Beta Omicron chapter rvill soon need a trophy case to house its collec tion," says Verona Dilbeck, left. With her are Barbara Larrhan, center and Carolyn Jordan.

HISTORY of Oklahoma City University is as colorful and central heating plant. Additional purchases of land have brought THEexciting as that of the robust young state in which it is the campus site to 50 acres. located. And, like the history of Oklahoma, itself, the story of The University now operates a college of Arts and Sciences, this University is the story of courageous pioneers and trail- School of Music, School of Law, School of Business, a Technical blazers. School and downtown evening college. Like the new land in which it has grown, Oklahoma City This year we are helping Oklahoma City University celebrate University has progressed through travail and tears. It has been its fiftieth anniversary. The outstanding event of the Golden the picturesque and turbulent era of the pioneer, the missionary Jubilee celebration will be the dedication of the new million and the boomer. From its blending of Texas and Oklahoma dollar Gold Star building, which was constructed as a memorial parentage it has grown, within the space of one rich lifetime, to the Oklahoma Methodist men and women who died in mili from its awkward frontier beginnings to a center of culture and tary service during World War II. The significant feature of scholarship. the building is also the most obvious one . .. the gigantic gold roamed at Where once the buffalo and the longhorn steer star resting atop the tower. tent and will over the wide prairies and where the pioneer's The library with its 54,000 volumes and countless thousands now finds the dugout were the only marks of civilization, one of periodicals occupy the first and second floors of the building. of soaring skyscrapers Two bronze plaques are in the foyer of the beautiful mirrored modern cities and mel lobby, for here are the names of the 1,100 Methodist men and low halls of campus build women for whom the million-dollar Gold Star building will be build ings. Already these a lasting memorial. ings are gathering their When the Beta Omicron chapter at Oklahoma City University legends of ivy-grown tra was accepted into the international sisterhood of Gamma Phi and tales of dition, by Beta, November 3, 1951, it was the second national sorority to of the gone giants early be established on this campus. This was the culmination of a add lustre to the days dream that had started back in 1910 when Beta of Oklahoma brilliancy sorority was founded at old Epworth University. How happy in City University's place we were when we learned that the petition on which we had the cosmic of the picture spent many long hours had been accepted by Gamma Phi Beta. Southwest. great Another thrill came when Psi chapter at University of Oklahoma, Epworth University conducted the first initiation for our charter members. in 1904, nine originated Our chapter is beginning its third year on the campus, and, teen later it was re years as usual there are a whirl of activities�Pre-school rush, bid- named Oklahoma City house, fraternity-sorority open house, and a Gamma Phi Beta Since that University. slumber party. Already posted on the calendar is the "All Greek 28 have time, buildings Dance" which is sponsored by the social committee of the Greek added to the cam been organizations. including the Meth pus Although football has been discontinued at Oklahoma City odist Gold Star Memorial University, our Basketball team is always one of the best in the and School of Library Southwest. A miniature float parade marks the opening of the the Student Religion, basketball season. This past year Beta Omicron's slogan was� Union, Pennington Hall, "Victory�It's a Cinch." The float was decorated with pretty men's dormitory, techni cooks and waitresses. The recipe was evidently the right one for cal and business school the judges awarded us first place and the basketball boys liked Another first for Beta Omicron was building, other classroom our little cook, Jane Rea, too, for she was crowned Basketball awarded for their miniature float at 180 buildings, apartments at the that the basketball season The Queen game night. opening of j^^, ^^^^^ ^^^ ^^^. was basket- crowned . , cook, fane Rea, , ,' "ed Students, and a on ball queen. (Continued page 21) Women in a Democracy

A Major Problem Of The IVoman Citizen Of Today By Josephine Bell^ Dean of Women, Olilahoma City University

has never been a time when the responsibilities of THEREcitizenship in a free world were greater than they are today, or when the solution of world problems has demanded a more highly informed and alert citizenship. The United States citizen of our day is confronted with some of the most complicated problems, situations, and responsibili ties that have ever confronted the citizens of a democracy: Women are seriously confronted today with the problem of problems that are almost overwhelming in number and magni justifying their comparatively recent emancipation. This is tude, situations in which there is virtually no precedent to guide especially true in the political arena, where the next five years us, and responsibilities that we dare not ignore. are likely to see the greatest pressure brought to bear on women as that has ever Baffling these problems may be for the citizenship as a been brought to bear on any group of citizens. Politicians whole, it is the woman citizen of the United States who occupies have begun to realize that the balance of power a most strategic position, both in politics and in the general could easily lie in the woman voter. In the first place, there are economy. more women than men and they are voting in proportionately numbers. In Although our nation was conceived as a free nation, dedi greater the second place, women are highly organ cated to the principle of equal rights for all, women had scarcely ized and they have demonstrated the fact that they know how to work begun to enjoy those rights until 1920 when a constitutional effectively through organization. In the third place, amendment gave to them the right of suffrage. For approxi women's organizations and groups lend themselves readily to the mately 100 years, organized women had struggled against almost techniques of the crafty politician, who hopes to reach people in unbelievable odds in universal women each to _ gaining suffrage, although homogenious group by propaganda cleverly designed to the had enjoyed partial franchise in some states prior to 1920 and appeal central core of interest in that particular group. complete franchise in a few other states under state law. Surely there is no woman's organization, especially of national About the time of national suffrage, women began to enjoy proportions, that has not had cause to be offended by the crass solicitations greater opportunities in the business and professional world of highly active special interest groups, volunteering under the exigencies of the First World War, but it remained to furnish expensive brochures of program material, to provide for the Second World War to open to women the doors of the research service in program fields, and to .send out speakers for technical and the industrial world. This general emancipation club meetings, and all at no cost to the clubs. became threefold upon the admission of women into every Surely there is no intelligent woman who has not been branch of the armed services in the last two decades. offended by the demagogue's appeal to the emotions or to the Quickly following these gains, there arose two schools of prejudices in a mad scramble to secure the support of the thought with reference to vitalizing them, especially those in the woman voter. Every woman should insist that the political economic world. The first of these schools found expression in arguments directed to her should be such as would appeal to the The Woman's Charter, and the second in the Equal Rights intellect of an intelligent voter, man or woman, rather than to Amendment. The Woman's Charter, based on the principle of the emotions. protective legislation and designed primarily to protect the The college woman of today is fortunate in that she is still woman in industry and to promote such employment, was in a highly favorable position to arm herself against dema- thought by many actually to decrease employment possibilities goguery and political chicanery, and thus to protect her own for women, especially in times of economic stress. integrity as an intelligent citizen in a democracy and at the The Equal Rights Amendment means exactly what the title same time to help in holding high the standards of citizenship, suggests, full equality, incompatible with the idea of protective both of men and of women. legislation. \Vomen, themselves were at first by no means agreed The voter who recognizes sound argument vs. propaganda; on the two principles, those employed in industry on the whole who is versed in psychology and human behavior; who knows favoring protective legislation, and those in other fields of something of the operation of basic economic law; who is con employment and in the professions adhering to the principles versant with the history and the constitution of his country; embodied in The Equal Rights Amendment. Slowly the latter who has a clear conception of the principles of the two major gained in acceptance, but women are still not unanimous in parties and knows something of the history of the two parties opinion. (Continued on page 20) 4 Known to all good homemakers as Swift and Company's "Martha Logan" is Beth Bailey McLean, Omega chapter, Iowa State College

AMERICANS

. BUSIEST HOMEMAKER

Beth Bailey McLean heads a department of 25 graduate home economists throughout the United States and Canada as director of Swift's Martha Logan service.

RECENT publication of "The Young Woman In Business" National Home Economics in Business group. She also has THEadds another title to the list of books from the pen of served on the women's committee of the National Association Beth Bailey McLean, Gamma Phi Beta from Omega chapter, of Manufacturers. Iowa State College. Mrs. McLean's published material includes "Meal Planning This book by Mrs. McLean is the culmination of years of and Table Service," a college text book, and a teen age etiquette experience in counselling young women going into the business book. She also wrote "The Modern Homemaker's Cook Book" field. Both personally and in her position as Director of Home and co-authored "Martha Logan's Meat Cook Book" with her Economics for Swift & Company, Mrs. McLean has given freely assistant at Swift & Company, Thora Hegstad Campbell. She of her time and experience in helping college and high school and Mrs. Campbell have recently finished a new book, "The young women. Through talks, correspondence and personal Complete Meat Cook Book." visits, Mrs. McLean has guided many young women to success She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Stout In in business. stitute and her Master of Science from Iowa State College where Professionally known as "America's Busiest Homemaker," she affiliated with Omega Chapter of Gamma Phi Beta. Prior to Mrs. McLean has a wealth of experience from which to draw joining Swift & Company in 1937, Mrs. McLean was home eco for this work. As director of Swift &; Company's Martha Logan nomics director for Southern Rice Industry in New Orleans. Service, one of the largest home economics divisions in the food As a busy author, lecturer and home economist, you might industry, Mrs. McLean directs a department of 25 graduate suppose Mrs. McLean is an "all career" woman. However, she home economists in 11 cities in the United States and Canada. is a competent homemaker, having created a home for her two Activities under her supervision include recipe testing, meal children after the death of her husband. Her daughter, Janet, planning, cooking schools, radio talks, food photography, news followed in her mother's footsteps, both in becoming a home paper and magazine writing, product promotion and merchandis economist and affiliating with Omega Chapter of Gamma Phi ing. Beta. Janet, who lives in Cheyenne, is now Mrs. James Chris According to Mrs. McLean, her Martha Logan staff serves tianson and recently added "grandmother" to her mother's two purposes. One is to supply all possible aid to homemakers many titles. Jack, Mrs. McLean's son, a Beta Theta Phi from while the other is to bring the woman's point of view into the University of Chicago is now living in Salem, Oregon, where Swift & Company planning. Mrs. McLean always adds, "The he is in the law department of the Oregon Highway Commis woman truly has the last word at Swift &: Company!" sion. Mrs. McLean's success in the business field has been widely From business woman to homemaker, Mrs. McLean has recognized. In 1951 the Chicago Women's Advertising Club proved herself an outstanding woman of our fraternity and of honored Mrs. McLean as a "Woman of Distinction in Chicago." our day. D J) ]) She is a past chairman of the Chicago Home Economics in Busi Gladys Swearingen ness group and has been prominent nationally, serving on com Chicago AlumncB mittees of the American Home Economics Association and the Creator and writer of

"Ethel and Albert" series

plays leading role

Portrait

Of

Ethel

Peg Lynch, pride and joy of Kappa chapter members at the Uni versity of Minnesota, appears each Tuesday evening on television as Ethel in the "Ethel and Albert" series.

the month. As remembers those she had to fight off "Ethel and Albert" series was being auditioned by Peg days sleep since hers was a WHENa radio network back in 1944, Peg Lynch (Minnesota), constantly, nearly 24-hour-a-day job. It was while at KATE that first introduced the husband- creator and writer of the show, never thought she herself would Peg characters of "Ethel and Albert" who have since be portray the character of "Ethel." and-wife come famous. She did it "for kicks," rather than on Her acting experience had been of the small town variety, and nationally She was fed routine and she never dreamed that anyone would want her to be "Ethel" assignment. merely up writing things wanted to her creative mind free rein. while every radio actress in was anxious for the role. give Nevertheless executives of the Blue Network insisted that So, "Ethel and Albert" came to life as a three-minute sketch, Ethel and a local station announcer Peg would be the perfect Ethel, so Ethel she became and Ethel with Peg portraying por Albert. she has been and Ethel she is in the new "Ethel and Albert" series traying when her on NBC Television, Saturdays, 7:30-8:00 p.m. EST. After four months at KATE, Peg resigned request for a raise was turned down. Her next was Energetic Peg Lynch was born in Lincoln, on $5-per-month stop where she wrote and broad November 25. When she was an infant her dad died, and her WCHV, Charlottesville, Virginia, mother moved to Kasson, Minnesota. Peg lived there until she cast a half-hour daily woman's show and expanded "Ethel and was 10, then moved to Rochester, Minnesota, where she at .Albert" into a five-minute sketch, again using a station announcer tended high school. for the "Albert" role. Incidentally, the names of other char It was in high school that Peg first began writing and acting acters in the sketches, as well as phone numbers, streets, stores, were�and still are�actual ones out of in in school plays, and she continued doing so through her years lakes, etc., Peg's past in the University of Minnesota, where she was active in both Minnesota. campus and Gamma Phi Beta affairs. Station WTBO, Cumberland, Maryland, was Peg's next stop She had no real ambition when she graduated from college, (by this time she was earning I25 per week for her work) and a show except that she did not want to teach. So, she got a job as a there she wrote and broadcast half-hour daily woman's desk girl at the famed Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Through a fel and expanded "Ethel and Albert" into a five-times-per-week 15- low em])loyee there she met an executive at a small radio station, minute evening feature. KATE, Albert Lea, Minnesota, and landed a job at the station Then, in February 1944, New York beckoned. Peg, through as a copy writer. recommendations of friends, came to the attention of a producer Small stations being what they are. Peg Lynch received so who hired her to write the scripts for a situation comedy series. thorough a schooling in radio at Station KATE that as she While wTiting these scripts. Peg meanwhile submitted several looks back upon it now, she wouldn't trade that experience of her own "Ethel and Albert" scripts to the Blue Network, for a million. which promptly signed her to write tfie series and, much to her Hers was a nerve-wracking routine. She wrote about 250 com surprise, to portray "Ethel." mercial announcements each week. In addition, she wrote a It went on the network on April 17, 1944 as a fifteen-minute daily half-hour woman's show, a weekly half-hour little theater daily show with Richard Widmark in the part of "Albert." Six show, and a weekly 15-minute farm news and views program. months later when Widmark resigned in order to do a stage She also wrote three lo-minute plays and two 5-minute sketches show. Peg signed Alan Bunce, who has been "Albert" ever for weekly presentation on KATE�all for the sum of 570 per since. Daughter of former Grand President

Launches career on

Concert stage

Alan Bunce, who succeeded Richard Widmark as Albert in 1944, gives a disdainful look at Ethel's new coat in a scene from one of Peg Lynch's hilarious comedy sketches in the new "Ethel and Albert" TV show. Peg plays the part of Ethel.

Margaret Fitzgerald The Radio Row wise-guys were betting that the show couldn't possibly succeed. Who ever heard of a dramatic series with a cast of only two? But succeed it did, remaining on the Blue and Mezzo-soprano later ABC network through the spring of 1949. At that point Peg left the U.S. for a summer-long vacation in Norway with seems to abound in the Fitzgerald family. The Mil her husband. Odd Knut Ronning, an engineer, whom she had TALENTwaukee alumnae chapter of Gamma Phi Beta has long been married on August 12, 1948. accustomed to the charming personality of Alice Wieber Fitz In January 1950 "Ethel and Albert" returned to ABC, as a gerald (Michigan). She has always been popular for her inter half-hour weekly series, and remained as such through August esting book reviews and clever speeches that combine an in of that year. tellectual perspicuity with a scintillating humor. A month later Kate Smith signed "Ethel and Albert" as a Now Gamma Phis in Wisconsin are also being charmed by regular once-a-week feature for her daytime NBC-TV show. Alice's daughter who is equally as talented as her mother but In October 1951 Miss Smith contracted for "Ethel and Albert" who has found her expression in music. to be featured once a week on both her daytime and night-time Margaret, initiated in Gamma chapter of Gamma Phi Beta, TV shows. At the end of that year Peg removed the series from has appeared frequently on WTMJ-TV, , has sung the daytime version of the Kate Smith Show to concentrate on with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra on several occasions the night-time version, on which "Ethel and Albert" continued and has appeared in a debut concert under the auspices of the as a regular feature until the end of that season in 1952. Milwaukee Music Teachers Association. In 1951 she was chosen During the 1952 summer hiatus, both the ABC and NBC the best mezzo-soprano at the Southeastern Wisconsin Music Television networks started negotiations with Peg to build a Festival and in the finals was awarded the prize as Best Woman regular "Ethel and Albert" series. Thousands of letters had Singer of the Year. In January, 1953, she appeared over a been pouring in to ABC ever since the show had gone off that nationwide broadcast representing Wisconsin in the Youth radio network. Similarly, thousands of letters were pouring in Brings You Music series. to NBC asking when "Ethel and Albert" would return. This season she will sing with the Madison (Wisconsin) Sym And so, with both networks competing. Peg finally signed phony Orchestra as well as in a series of concerts under the with NBC-TV, to begin the series on April 25, 1953. auspices of the Bureau of Lectures and Recitals of the Univer On the personal side. Peg is 5'6" tall, of medium build, has sity of Wisconsin. short brunette hair, and is a bundle of energy. Margaret has studied with Madame Clara Bloomfield of Mil When she's not busy writing, rehearsing, and acting, Peg can waukee and is now a pupil of Martial Singher, famous French be usually found playing with her young daughter at their bassbaritone. She has had song interpretation under Madame Stamford, Connecticut home. Her other hobby�beside her Povla Frizch and opera training under the late Dr. John Wol- family�is reading. mut, former operatic director at Curtis Institute. To all to a radio or television young aspirants future. Peg Milwaukee members of Gamma Phi Beta are equally as proud success serves as an Lynch's story inspiration ... to all Gamma of the daughter as they always have been of the mother and Phi her career is a source Betas, of pride. DD J) the place both have achieved in community esteem. Tv^irler Shatters Tradition!

the University of Iowa football team met Michigan State in September, WHENspectators saw the first public performance of the Iowa band's new specialty twirler. She is Ellen Moody, Gamma Phi Beta freshman pledge and only girl per former in Iowa's marching band. Traditionally the marching band is strictly a men's organization, having used women only briefly during the war years. However, Band Director Charles B. Righter says, "Ellen is so outstanding as a twirler, we feel justified in using her despite tradition." For four consecutive years Ellen won the top rating in the state of Mississippi's baton twirling competition. In 1952 she was judged Miss Majorette of Mississippi in competition with 250 girls. Early in September she gained additional distinc tion by leading the Picayune, Mississippi High School band which placed first in the American Legion Convention contest for school bands. In addition to twirling, Ellen is an accomplished clarinetist and plays with the University Concert Band. She plans to major in journalism, and hopes to find enough time to keep up her baton practice. She has spent two to three hours per day twirling during the past year, and her practice has paid off in the honor which was bestowed on her when she was selected to lead Iowa's male band. Ellen should feel at ease working under Band Director Righter, for both his daughters are members ot Gamma Phi Beta, Millicent Righter Popov and Con stance Righter Fippinger. "I was pleased to learn that Ellen Moody had pledged Gamma Phi Beta," said Mr. Righter. "She is a talented girl, quite unspoiled by her many honors, and should be a valued member of Gamma Phi."

"Miss Majorette of Mississippi," Ellen Moody now leads the University of Iowa all male marching band. Freshman pledge of Rho chapter, Ellen has never seen snow ... is worried she "would freeze to death if she had lo twirl in the stuff!"

Scholarship Winner . . .

Dairy and Meat Judge . ..

Mortar Board . . .

These are some of

Beverly McKee's Achievements as

Top Agriculture Student At lovya State

Gamma Phi Beta to step into what is traditionally Bev has found her experience in activities in agriculture just ANOTHERa men's field is pretty Beverly McKee of Iowa State Col as valuable as her classwork. As historian of Block and Bridle lege. She is a full time Agriculture student, majoring in Animal Club, the club for animal husbandry majors, her record book Husbandry. She is one of four women in a large class of men won first place nationally. Capable Bev serves on the Little ag students, who all sat back and took notice when Bev won International Livestock Show committee in the fall and on the the sophomore dairy judging contest in which many of them Veishea Horse Show committee in the spring. She was chairman were competing. of the All-Ag Banquet last year and had a few anxious moments Ever since Bev was ten years old she has had her own dairy when Speaker Louis Bromfield's plane was grounded forcing cows. She started with one milking shorthorn for 4-H work him to arrive late. and had a herd of ten when she entered college. Her cattle In her junior year, Bev was a member of the college meats were prize-winners and her bulletin board is decked with blue judging team. She came back to the Gamma Phi house wearing ribbons won at the Iowa State Fair and the Waterloo Dairy a big Stetson after the judging team won second at the South Cattle Congress. west National Livestock Exposition in Fort Worth, Texas. At Iowa State Bev became a Gamma Phi following the foot Early in 1953 Bev was elected president of Omega chapter. steps of her mother, Mrs. Wallace McKee, and her sister, Mar Not long after that she was awarded a $300 scholarship for out garet, now Mrs. James Hickman. Miriam, now a sophomore in standing animal husbandry students. Then at the Veishea home economics at Iowa State, is also a member of Omega tapping ceremony in May, she was honored for her scholarship chapter and six of the men in her family have studied agricul and leadership by being made a member of Mortar Board. ture there. 8 "All they want is

a little light

in their own brief hell . . ."

so she sent

A GENERATOR TO LEBANON!

OLD saying, "Never underestimate the power of a woman" THEhas been proved again in the case of Elizabeth Wood Mize, Washington University '22. Elizabeth has raised almost single handed in a little over a year nearly $5,000 toward the pur chase of a generator for the Tuberculosis Hospital at Hammana located on the road 'to Damascus from Beirut in Lebanon. David Mize, one of Elizabeth's 24 year old twins, a graduate of Wesleyan U., Middletown, Connecticut is now teaching at the American University at Beirut. When David went there in 1951 he wrote his parents and explained the dire need for an Wood raised to send electric generator which could be used to supplement the pres Elizabeth Mize (Washington U.) nearly $5,000 a generator to the Tuberculosis Hospital at Hammana, Lebanon. ent hospital generator which is adequate for a 40 bed hospital. But the sanatorium houses 250 patients and the power failures are frequent. Electricity is a problem in the near eastern cities Chapel, and the church Session voted $750. She had a booth and it goes, of course, to those who can pay for it. When the at the Christmas Bazaar of Gamma Phi Beta, filled with hand city of Beirut needs electricity, the mountain villages suffer. made articles donated friends, which added another to David wrote, by $85 the fund. Bob Goddard, St. Louis Globe Democrat columnist, "Most of the free patients are children who have contracted tubercu heard of the project and he mentioned it in his column, com losis in their cave or tent and lie this in homes, today, very evening, menting that it was almost unbelievable what one lone woman beds in a ward, terrified what cannot understand, and at by they any was accomplishing. His boost brought checks from old friends, possible minute knowing they will be plunged into darkness. Fear is old neighbors, and strangers for a total of $150. Up to this time universal, and fear of the dark is great in children. These children $4,600 has been raised and Elizabeth says with a look of deter have not even burning spirits to light their darkness, for they have mination in her blue eyes, "I'll get the rest"�and lived too long in the dark. They are not Christians; they are Moslems, sparkling no doubt she will! and they do not like Americans, because Americans were instrumental The was after the first was raised in giving their lands away. They have very little to like. One of the generator purchased $2,000 and it was installed an few things is light. After one has conquered his fear of disease and and serviced by Engineering Graduate has the courage to walk among the beds he begins to see, not only of the University at Beirut. Shortly before the holidays the with his eyes but with his whole being, and to understand, 'Suffer generator was put into service and at Christmas time Elizabeth the little children, and forbid them not, for such is the Kingdom of began receiving letters of thanks. Heaven.' These little children, lying with their personal terrors and Dr. Charles K. Nucho, Graduate of the University of Pennsyl fears are far from the of at do not ask kingdom anywhere all; they vania Medical School who with his father, Dr. Nucho, Senior for Heaven, all they want is a little light in their own brief hell for are in charge of the hospital, writes, many of them will not live long. They didn't have much to begin with, they have little reason to live, and there is not much we can "It is difficult for me to express in words what the generator has do for them. We can pray for them, as I hope you all will, but they meant to the hospital, technically and otherwise." won't care much for that. What can we do for them and for those who have done so much already? There are several things, but one A patient sends his thanks in these descriptive words, is foremost�an emergency generator." "Our thanks to the Generous Gentleman who gave us our great gift. After receiving a letter like that is it any wonder that his May I quote to him this old proverb, 'Praise whoever doeth good and mother marshalled all her energies and set to work? She has criticize whoever doeth bad'." lived and breathed that generator and she filled her family, friends, her church and her sorority with her own enthusiasm. all to the $5,000 was needed and $5,000 they should have, said Eliza Let us give praise courageous and generous gentle beth! man, Elizabeth Wood Mize. ]>])]) She started with personal solicitation and raised $2,000 that Elizabeth Wagenbreth Owens way, then the Welfare Commission of David's church, Ladue St. Louis Alumna

9 Fomrtli EstaterS;. They Love Their Work!

one of the first women to with Eskimos, movie stars or suffragette, Japanese wear western clothes. Chattingatomic science experts is all in a day's included behind-the- work for Virginia Pritchett Bivin, alumna of Various other features a Pontifical Mass Alpha Theta chapter, Vanderbilt University, scenes coverage of High celebrated in honor of His Eminence, Samuel and statewide prize-winning newspaper re Cardinal Stritch. Another was an interview porter for three consecutive years. She has with Star Blanche Thebom on secrets been a member of The Nashville Banner Opera of her hair. And ad infinitum! editorial staff since 1944. floor-length has served as a drama critic for Virginia, who was graduated magna cum Virginia The Banner for several laude from Vanderbilt in 1943, has received years, reviewing plays and other entertainment which has included top honors in Tennessee for newspaper cover characterizations Cornelia age of activities of the Nashville Business and by incomparable Otis Skinner. The has been named Professional Women's Club lor the past three reporter just to a five member board which will years. judge Virginia received special commendation for theatre-in-the-round performances in Nashville the a comprehensive series of articles on equal during coming year. She has done unusual articles on and rights for women, answering Kipling's descrip dogs other animals, snakes, birds and even tion of a woman as "a rag and a bone and a Virginia Pritchett Bivin, Vanderbilt singing as well as human interest stories. A front hank of hair." This topped the division on mice, each features by co-ordinated follow-up in telling the story of the page story on F'armer Brown told how myriad candles glow

on Christmas trees for children ... in of Federation as a whole, as well as in presenting one of its prin year crippled memory cipal aims in exceptional feature style effectively designed to his polio-stricken son. attract wide reader interest. Virginia has written a number of special character sketches, Virginia's husband, who also attended Vanderbilt, is connected including a top, front-page story on Gov. Frank Clement's wife with the engineering department of the Nashville Electric Service. and children at the recent inauguration of Tennessee's second Although an amateur photographer, some of his exceptional land youngest governor. But it's all in a work. scape color shots have been shown before various groups. In addi day's Her work also has in The Atlanta and tion to photography, Jimmie has had a wide variety of hobbies appeared Journal including fashioning of model airplanes, designing and making of the Scarritt College Voice, a quarterly. Scarritt has sent to its alumni of furniture and, last but not least, cooking tasty dishes. and friends throughout the world special reprints Interesting and varied assignments with The Banner have in an inspirational story by Virginia telling the work of the and its mission for Christ. cluded an interview with an Eskimo gal who pointed out that it's college has been and a written not a man's world after all because Bachelor seals make fur coats; Radio writing another interest play her was broadcast. a chat with Charles Winninger, Showboat's Cap'n Andy, about his by A Phi Beta was of Mortar Board 63 colorful years in show business and an extensive talk with Kappa, Virginia president William Laurence, New York Times science reporter, one of the and feature editor and columnist of the campus Hustler. She was a member of Chi Delta and Phi national few in on the ground floor of the atomic bomb and only reporter Phi, Sigma Iota, to view the first atomic blast. honorary groups, and secretary and treasurer of Alpha Theta other activities. In connection with equal rights for women pinpointed by a among 1> }) J) number of Virginia's articles, she interviewed a pioneer Japanese

Lois Ann Large On Staff Of San Diego "Evening Tribune^^

t C x like the variety of my work," she said. weekly. She worked one summer as society A Seeing the Secretary of the Navy off from editor of the Chula Vista Star, a local weekly. San Diego, writing obituaries, "covering" the Active in sorority work, Lois attended the County Fair�all part of a day's work for Lois international convention at Hotel Del Cor Ann Large Dissinger, Beta Lambda, '53. Lois onado in 1952 and wrote for the Crescent was San Diego State College campus cor Moon, published daily during the convention. respondent for The Evening Tribune, daily She was vice president, and secretary of Beta afternoon paper, during her senior year. Mon Lambda chapter, a member of Cap and Gown, day following her graduation she began full senior women's honorary, and Cetza, campus time work as a reporter on general assignment, service organization. Lois also served on the the first woman they had hired in this capacity .Associated Women Students Board, Sophomore in a number of years. Cabinet, Public Relations and Lectures and "I first became interested in journalism in Assemblies committees, and is listed in Who's the seventh grade," Lois said. "I always loved Who in American Colleges and Universities. to read and writing was just a step from read She was married in September to George ing." She was an editor of both her high school Dissinger, Sigma Chi, '52 graduate of San Diego weekly and yearbook. Lois Ann Large, San Diego State State, who has been employed at The Evening A graduate with distinction in journalism, Tribune for over a year as reporter on general Lois was city editor of The Aztec, campus assignment.

JO One Artiste's Pliilosopky

"All life long we have opportunity to create/' says artist Jeanne Stauffer Beaudry, Vice President of the Canal Zone Branch of the i National League of American Pen Women. "Whether you are paint ing, drawing, writing a book, teaching Sunday School or baking a cake, you are still creating. We create when we protect our children from unnecessary fears, when we encourage them to be independent

. . we on . and when have them." She smiled, looking down the downy head of her brand new third son.

was the inevitable "If I had Jeanne answering remark, only Jeanne Stauffer Beaudry some talent like you." Her reply is typical of her own especial gift, a talent for living. Whenever one sees a young artist trying to continue her career and fulfill the demands of wifehood and motherhood Baum School, which is now the Kline Baum Institute in Al- at the same time, one cannot help wondering which comes first lentown. Pa. Here, under the inspired tutelage of Dr. Walter with her. For Jeanne there is no question. "Marriage is the Emerson Baum, N.A., little Jeanne Stauffer began to develop her life affair with Art is her essence of living," she says and long natural talent for drawing and painting. She was gradu part of the joyousness she brings to her family. ated from Syracuse University with the degree of Bachelor of Yet no one works more intensely at painting than Jeanne, Fine Arts in Painting, at graduation receiving the Hiram Gee once she has found a precious hour or two, and few accomplish Award for outstanding painting. This fellowship enabled her as much. Her secret is that she takes a long range view of to continue her studies at the Academy of Fine Arts in Phila work and tackles every canvas as if it were part of a larger delphia. with new art her work this time plan. Constantly experimenting forms, By Jeanne had met Stephen Beaudry and, as she is never static. However, her innate honesty compels her to says, "We fell madly in love." With characteristic earnestness, paint things the way she sees them. This "fault," wliich worries Jeanne went through much soul searching before marrying. Jeanne at times, helps to make her work a "best seller" and Her greatest worry was that she would not be able to do justice her to both her art does not stop art critics from awarding prizes. Although and marriage. Jeanne was studying for a Cres- she has been in Panama less than two years, she has won a son Award at the time and her instructor and good friend. First and Third from the Exhibits of the Canal Zone Art Dr. Baum, offered this advice: "You can stay at the Academy League and at the last Biennial Exhibition of this Branch of and you may get a Cresson, but don't do it. Get married and both first and second life if N.L.A.P., she carried off prizes. experience and, you have the courage to keep on paint Jeanne's formal training in Art began when, as a ninth ing, you will have much more to say." grader, she attended the Saturday Art Classes at the Kline Jeanne's work today shows that she has kept faith. Since her husband, Lt. Col. Stephen Beaudry, is in the regular Army, she has moved from one post to another and has always taken advantage of their change of station to record in her colorful way, the people and places she has The Artist From known. Alplia Critical of her own work, Jeanne is quick to appreciate any form of achieve The impressive beauty of the Alpha chapter room at Syracuse University ment, artistic or otherwise. To those lies in its lovely murals depicting the founding of Gamma Phi Beta. They who feel that their talents are lost were painted by Jeanne Stauffer Beaudry in 1939. being in a maze of she Jeanne's latest achievement is that she has illustrated a new children's homemaking, says, "Work whenever can but don't book, "The Pelican Tree and other Panama Adventures" which is being you worry and you will find that fam published by North River Press in New York. The book was written by Jean your ily is happier for your outside interest." Bailey (author of "One Artist's Philosophy"), Elizabeth Searle Lamb and Then she the teacher Patricia Markun, all members of Ihe National of American Pen quotes whose League words have stayed with her over the Women. Tfie editor is indebted to this organization for the accompanying years, "You will have more article which appeared in the May issue of The Penwoman. J) 1) 1) to say." }) 3) J)

11 PHILANTHROPY

Service To Humanity By Gamma Phi Beta

each others' White Elephants. The gifts were delivered per Across the nation. Gamma Phi Betas continue to ^ >^ sonally by members of the sorority. In her thank-you note, one

to the . . . to the bring help helpless happiness of the patients wrote: "I have never been thought of before sorrowful, through their many and varied philan at Christmastime due to the many years I have been confined thropic services. New York works with the Sea here." In what the might consider . upon gifts Chapter View Hospital tuberculosis patients . . Nashville deciding giving to the patients, we have asked Dorothy Rader to keep cerebral classes .. . provides equipment for palsy in touch with the Rehabilitation Department at Sea View. One Contra Costa assists at the Mt. Diablo Therapy suggestion which we have found to have merit was to include Center . . . Colorado Springs aids the Day Care a dollar bill in gifts. She had felt that just to have small change in their to as wished, would these center ... Toledo sends children to the Diabetic hands, spend they give a sense of freedom of choice which the Hospital could Camp. The list is long and the projects varied, patients not furnish. We know they're using part of their single dollars but each has of itself, and chapter given greatly for stamps and notepaper, for they are writing to us. One in so has the increased doing benefitted through patient wrote she was saving her money for carfare after dis interest of its members. What is your chapter charge to try to find her son. Another, who had been there for doing? four years, wrote: "I had the porter bring in to me six fried ^ r oysters and F'rench fried potatoes. I had been wanting them for two years. In the next two years, I'll buy my own and eat New York alumnae chapter of Gamma Phi Beta has in a restaurant like people. Sometime spring will come and I'll been working on a heart-warming project during the past year. go." Such us to continue contact. It concerns 25 patients of the more than 1600 confined to Sea gratitude encouraged personal The first extension of the was to As the View Hospital on Staten Island, a municipal hospital for project birthday gifts. tuberculosis patients of Metropolitan . (This dates roll around, the committee has packed and wrapped hospital is well-known for its current research on the use of rimifon and marsilid, the new drugs for treatment of TB. Also, since many patients have disabilities in addition to TB, the hospital has orthopedic, diabetic, and other services.) Our chapter was looking, during the Fall of 1952, for a project where, as a group, we could contribute not merely money but individualized gifts. We decided our efforts must be expended on a really useful community service, which might demand a good share of personal attention, but which would be within our financial ability to manage. Interest in Sea View started through Dorothy Rader (Alpha), Rehabilitation Counselor with the Staten Island Branch of the New York Tuberculosis and Health Association. From counsel ing patients after their discharge from the Hospital, she had come to realize that during their long periods of hospitaliza tion, many persons had no visitors�and some of them, not even any mail. Some had no families near by; others had been practically forgotten over the years by their immediate relatives. Such patients were entirely dependent on the Hospital for all their needs and social contacts; they had no cash to buy such New York Alums Prepare Gifts for TB Patients minor luxuries as wash cloths, and other lipstick, perfumed soap at Sea View Hospital: (Left to right: Dorothy cosmetic "morale builders." Dunkle, Dorothy Holmes, Carol Laybourne, Dorothy consulted with the Rehabilitation Department at Dorothy Rader) Sea View, at our request. From a list of the most neglected pa tients, they made up a list of 25 women. Each of these had special birthday boxes. A dollar bill is enclosed in each birth at a or two for four been in the Hospital least year (one years, day card. Not more than a dollar is spent on such gifts as and another for ten); and few had had outside contacts during cosmetics, toilet articles, ear-rings, flower pins, puzzles and other nature and their stay. The very of TB militates against friends things which bedridden patients might enjoy. But an attempt or even the even families taking the trouble to visit remember is made to make each box personal: one Puerto Rican girl was victims of this disease: the illness and its treatment are long- delighted to receive a Spanish edition of Life amongst her term, spelled in years rather than days; it is infectious in many gifts. (The committee members at present are: Dorothy Rader, cases; and there is widespread fear of it. Chairman; Dorothy Mayes Holmes (Alpha Delta); and Johanna We decided to devote the proceeds of our annual Christmas Potter Shedd (Alpha); and of course our Chapter President, Auction to gifts for these patients. At our December meeting, Carol Laybourne. They insist special recognition also be given we had great fun wrapping individually such things as powder to Ann Frederickson, last year's chairman, and Grace Merrill, puffs, powder, soap, combs, kleenex, ear-rings, bobby pins, etc., in our Chapter President last year.) special boxes for each of the 25 patients; and a dollar bill was This Spring, bingo parties were instituted by the Hospital inserted in each accompanying Christmas card. Ann Frederick- itself as a form of entertainment in which even bed patients son (.-Upha Kappa) superintended the collection of the gifts; could participate, right in their own wards. Gamma Phis re Marie Hellers MacMurray (Alpha Chi) and Grace Merrill (Ep sponded enthusiastically, donating more than 100 prizes- silon) were the dynamic auctioneers who spurred us into buying enough for three ward parties: scarves, jewelry, compacts,

12 Nashville Aids In Cerebral Palsy W^ork in June, the Nashville alumnae of Gamma Phi Beta EARLYproudly sponsored for the second time four benefit per formances of Les Ballets Intimes, a ballet production by the students of Albertine, one of Nashville's most outstanding choreographers, at the Vanderbilt University Theater. The pro ceeds of this production were used to purchase new equipment for the Cerebral Palsy classes, now held at Buena Vista School. The work for those afflicted with cerebral palsy is in its in fancy in Nashville as compared with the progress made in cities in other parts of the country. The classes held at Buena Vista School are the only ones in Nashville where such a child can receive any formal education and at the same time be supervised by specially trained and expert instructors for his or her own special physical needs. These instructors take up where the Vanderbilt Therapy Clinic leaves off, and put into everyday practice the exercises that have been prescribed by the clinic. Many children afflicted with cerebral palsy have quite normal minds and need to have them developed along with their bodies. By attending a school such as this, many are able to become self-supporting and well-adjusted citizens after they reach maturity, and thus the community as a whole benefits. Graphic proof of the desperate need for financial help for Pictured at a cerebral palsy class from left to right are Mrs. Leslie these classes may be found in the fact that 25 children are now Noel, teacher, fames Groves, Mrs. J. /. Mcintosh, president of the able to be a accommodated in the classes, but there is waiting Nashville alumnce chapter, Bonnie Moore and Mrs. R. M. Foote list of 75 children who, at this time, are not able to be included general chairman of the benefit ballet. (Photo, courtesy, Nashville "Banner" because of the lack of space, equipment and trained personnel. ) All this takes financial aid and lots of it, and we of the Nash ville alumnae of Gamma Phi Beta are to make this proud all of middle Tennessee to the great need of these children benefit ballet our annual project. and to enlist the cooperation and help of enough people and Of course, our immediate aim at this time is to more provide organizations that facilities may be provided for all children funds for the and of the service for enlargement improvement who need and desire to partake of such opportunities as are children afflicted with cerebral palsy, but our ultimate goal is offered by the classes. to awaken sufficiently Nashville, the community as a whole and Ann Mitchell Price

Contra Costa Helps At Therapy Center cologne, plus home-made cookies. Special emphasis was on con solation prizes; every patient who took part got a prize. Gamma Phi Betas are assisting with the program of the Although Christmas and birthdays will probably continue Mt. Diablo Therapy Center. Each Thursday morning, one to be the occasions for which we shall devote the most effort Gamma Phi Beta member is on hand at the Center to render and energy, we believe continuity of contact is important. general help wherever it is most needed. The Center is staffed Therefore, a special lacy valentine was sent to each of these by two trained physical therapists and a secretary, all of whom women; and each one received an Easter card containing a are sincerely dedicated to the best interests of the patients. The dollar. Midsummer remembrances will include bedside bags patients are both paying and hon paying, and no one who is which our a Daytime Group is making from gay-colored fabrics. recommended by doctor for treatment is turned away. The Marjorie Bennett Marshall (Gamma) and Dorothy Ferrick Center's equipment includes two whirlpool baths and various Dunkle (Alpha Zeta) have worked zealously in organizing and other apparatus to aid those who have been handicapped for superintending this sewing project. Confident that this should various reasons, to regain the fullest possible use of their limbs. be a continuing project, we included in our budget for the Every member of our group who has assisted with the work coming year specific sums to be raised to support this Sea View at the Center has come away with the most inspired and up project on a year-round basis. lifted feeling�the attitude of the patients and staff alike is The expression of friendliness throughout the year is coming one of such courage and cheer that we cannot help being carried to have great significance to these patients. Apparently the long along with it. Our Thursday morning duties include helping interval of loneliness has been broken for these most neglected patients in and out of the whirlpool fiaths, cleaning the baths, patients, who now are beginning to feel that they, too, have keeping the therapy rooms in order, minor secretarial tasks and friends. What that means was contained in one woman's reply in general helping to make the daily routine more to her Easter card: "Every day is Easter for those who are smoothly. We hope to be able to make a financial contribution always helping others as you are. It is a resurrection of hope for toward the building of new quarters for the Center soon, and those who are ill to have someone outside send in a word of in the meantime, each one of us is eagerly awaiting her next cheer." 1> J> 1> turn to work with these wonderful people. 3) ]) 1> Mary W. Moore [Illinois) Virginia Perkins 13 Diabetic Camp Receives Aid From Toledo Alumnae

ONE of its local philanthropic projects, the Toledo alumnae larger number of area diabetic children than is now possible) As. chapter of Gamma Phi Beta sent a child to Camp Za-Ni- find the cost of sending their child to Camp Za-Ni-Ka excessive. Ka, the special camp for Toledo area diabetic children, this Therefore, the Toledo alumnas chapter of Gamma Phi Beta past summer. In addition, the chapter made a donation to the feels very proud in being able to help. They have done much camp operations fund. towards financing this worthy project which is new in the field Camp Za-Ni-Ka is one of two camps in the northern Ohio and of camping. southern Michigan area, which is for children suffering from In order to raise money for this project, each member earned diabetes; and it is one of the first camps of this kind in the money according to her own special talents or ideas. entire country. Since diabetic children must have a special diet Highlighting this was the sale by Mrs. John R. Davis (Frances and be under a doctor's care at all times, it is impossible for Brown, Beta) of Gamma Phi Beta crested spoons which were them to attend regular summer camps; thus a special diabetic presented to her as gifts by her sisters at Beta in 1907 upon the camp such as Camp Za-Ni-Ka helps diabetic children enjoy announcement of her engagement to Dr. Davis. She also sold normal summer activity like normal children, substantially help a gold Gamma Phi Beta locket which she wore while in college. ing both their mental attitude toward their illness, as well as Today, many Toledo alumnae members are proud owners of giving them supervised exercise and much needed sunshine and these lovely silver spoons and one very lucky Gamma Phi Beta fresh air. wears the golden locket. Camp Za-Ni-Ka is run entirely through contributions and These projects were completed in early spring and the child most of the help is volunteered, and because of the highly deli was sent to camp in August for twelve days. These children are cate health of the campers, who need special food, medicine picked by a board of Toledo doctors according to the urgency /and professional care at all times, the cost of twelve days camp of need for sunshine and activity. ing is many times higher than the cost of normal camps. Un Toledo Alums are now busy preparing for their winter fortunately, most parents of diabetic children who might be project which is aid to the muscular dystrophy fund. chosen to attend a diabetic camp (it is planned that in succeed Jean Lyle ing years. Camp Za-Ni-Ka will be enlarged to accommodate a Publicity Chairman

springs Omaha Makes To Child Care Center Scuffs For Patients "The Bridal Bouquet"� Hospital Colorado Springs' Most Unique Style Show! So read the headlines following Gam ma Phi Beta's successful fashion show for the benefit of the Day Care Center. Audry Scott served as chairman of the show, which featured four bridal parties; formal, informal, garden and "suit" weddings. An exclu sive gown shop furnished the gowns, while the models were active chapter members from Colorado College and alum nae from the area. Audry Scott, chairman in charge of A contest for "Brides "Bridal Bouquet" style show staged photo by Colorado Spring's alumnce. of the Season" was staged with the aid of local news papers, and during the style show four brides were presented with lovely gifts ... a silver vegetable dish, a gift certificate for bridal flowers, an order for a four tier wedding cake and a coronation for a wedding veil. Lois Ryan, publicity chairman, was congratulated by the President of the Day Care Center, for the newspaper coverage of the style show aroused interest in other groups to help, as well as the general public. Cooperation of the press was greatly appreciated by the Gamma Phi Betas, as well, for the advance publicity helped bring a capacity crowd to the Colonial Room of the Alamo Hotel, where the "Bridal Bouquet" style show went off without a hitch. w .\t the public open house of the Care Center, Gamma Phis Mrs. Galen fackson (Pat Stow, U. of is shown a swelled with pride when they saw placards in the lovely, fully Iowa) presenting pair of scuffs lo a patient at Nebraska Universily Hospital. Omaha lavatories and on the record "Con equipped player reading, alumnce devoted meetings to making these scuffs from wash cloths, tributed by Gamma Phi Beta." completed 30 pairs for distribution.

14 residen ts

Dorothy Moore Reed, Washington U. Mariel Riddle, Rollins College

Alice Dibble Ramsey, Northwestern

Dorothy Moore Reed heads St. Louis' City Panhellenic, while Alice Dibble Ramsey presides over the Cleveland City Panhellenic. Each claims all 31 N.P.C. sororities as members. Mariel Riddle is president of the Central Florida Association in Orlando.

turn about fair play as pertains to the presidency of the tion, heretofore refused to sororities by some schools due to St. Louis Panhellenic Association. With national soror It's 31 disorganized requests from so many organizations, has been filed ities represented io this city conference, it is indeed exciting for in the Dean of Women's office at Washington University and the St. Louis Alumnas Chapter of Gamma Phi Beta to see its now is available to two designated members from each sorority own Mrs. J. Price Reed (Dorothy Moore, Washington U. '39) represented on the Panhellenic conference. in serve one the Chair. Installed this past June, Dorothy will Still a third innovation beginning during Dorothy's term is year�and then the honor will be lost to Gamma Phi Beta for the Program File. This file provides a clearing house for the another thirty-odd years. names of all women in member sororities who could present Under this office rotation system, a sorority is well aware of varied and interesting programs for women's clubs. the exact position its Panhellenic delegate will serve in the Despite the pressure of the Panhellenic presidency, Dorothy a new Phi city association. Therefore, the selection of Gamma will not stint on the energy she devotes to her church and the Beta delegate in 1952 was a vitally important decision�we P.T.A. for these are family interests shared with her husband. wanted the our to serve best possible representative of group Price, who is assistant credit manager of the Pet Milk Company; as association and We found and her three secretary, subsequently, president. children, John 9; Douglas, 7; and Katherine, 3, the "best" in Dorothy Reed. one of the prettiest pledge prospects Gamma Phi Beta could A soft-mannered and is the of gracious woman, Dorothy type possibly have. As if all this weren't enough, Dorothy counts on leader who just naturally instills cooperation and pleasantry maintaining the gardens surrounding the Reed's lovely Colonial her co-workers. over over among This she had proven and home. Nor will she give up her piano or bridge playing�the her Gamma Phi Beta life. served Phi latter a fun-session with seven again throughout Having regular other Gamma Phi Betas. . chapter as vice-president during her undergraduate days at all close friends since college days. J) ]) ]) Washington University, she became an active alumna. Her Geraldine Epp Pettet many contributions to St. Louis chapter activities earned her the St. Louis Alumnee presidency in 1948. That was the year of our sorority's Diamond Jubilee anniversary convention here in St. Louis and for this served not as as Dorothy only hostess, but chairman of the If Epsilon's first pledge had not been her great-aunt, Alice Crescent publicity committee. Dibble Ramsey might not be in a position to serve as the current For these reasons, and another�her boundless courage and president of Cleveland Panhellenic. However with that pledging to energy try something new, Dorothy is sure to win respect a chain reaction started, resulting in a family circle of assorted for herself and her as she directs the combined Pan Gamma Phi a sorority Beta relatives, and variety of sorority experiences. hellenic activities of metropolitan St. Louis. Alice's Gamma Phi Beta enthusiasm stems from her mother, Under her leadership, the St. Louis Panhellenic group is the incomparable Mary Lyons Dibble (Northwestern and Michi launching some major innovations in its annual program. One gan) whose influence was also implanted in her other daughter, of the first is a Panhellenic Press Party to be held in September. Jane Dibble Fraser (Northwestern). During Fall rushing, all sororities will benefit from still an With her rare capacity for leadership, innate good humor, other new and untried Panhellenic project-the Master Files. intense interest in people and activities, she was destined to Members of the association's files committee have obtained become an outstanding Northwestern University coed. For four from all the schools high in the St. Louis area, rushing material years she served the University and Epsilon chapter with distinc on interested in girls joining college sororities. This informa tion. As a senior she was president of both Epsilon and the *5 Gamma Phi Beta Colonizes Chapter At Boulder

dream came true on October 16, A when 31 Colorado University stu dents became the first pledges of Beta Rho chapter of Gamma Phi Beta. This splendid beginning of the new chapter in Boulder bespeaks the hours of work ancl planning contributed by Gamma Phi Beta alumnas of the area, the International Chairman of Expansion, Mrs. Stuart K. Fox, and the coloniza tion group. Less than a week before rushing began, the Boulder alumnae chapter was installed by Province Alumnae Secretary, Mrs. T. Matson Collier. With the ink scarcely dry on their charter, these alumnae chapter members went to work, assisting in a hundred ways to get the new chapter off to a flying start. Officers of the alumnas chapter are: president, Mrs. Lloyd Pflug; vice- president, Mrs. R. F. Grohne; treasurer, Mrs. R. G. Sutherland; corresponding secretary, Mrs. Charles Six Gamma Phi Betas and 31 pledges who form the nucleus of Beta Rho at Boulder are, left to right, front row: Mary Warren, Ungemach, and recording secretary, Mrs. Howard Wells. These chapter fewel Hoeme, Louise Warren, fackie Gaskill, Honey Peaster and officers wish to their to Mrs. Fox, express grateful appreciation Betty Beil, colonization members; second row. Donna Groff, Sandra whose assistance in establishing the new chapter was invaluable, Wilkinson, Barbara Kirk, Ruth Baker, fanet Neuhoff, Kitzie Towle, from the time of her first inspection visit to the campus, until Patti Patten; third row, foy Nichols, Connie Conner, P. K. Steele, Connie Kerr, Barbara Cedar and foAnne Leiand; fourth row, Anne the new class of 31 charming pledges sat for the photograph Silverson, Anne Orr, Mary Spears, Charlene Midyett, Sherry Ward, shown here. Kathy Rich, fanice Barnett; fifth row, Marilyn Abrahamson, Nancy Nordby, Sally Austin, Virginia Simboli, Sherill Butts, Dorothy (Editor's Note: Due to an impending deadline, it was possible to Strough, Suzanne Heintz, Gail Barton, Barbara Wills, Sally Hopkin obtain this much information before to A only going press. complete and fudy McGowan. story of ttie Beta Rho installation will appear in the May issue of The Crescent.)

Women's Student Government Association, with time for Mortar women of Cleveland next April 24th. Any Gamma Phi Beta in Board and a whole gamut of lesser activities. the vicinity at that time will be most welcome. Following graduation she was appointed Secretary of Central Virginia Varga Morgan Office by the late Elizabeth D. Barbour. One experience during Cleveland Alumnee those two years in our International headquarters, had an un expected bearing on her Cleveland Gamma Phi Beta status Mariel L. Riddle, .Alpha Mu, Rollins College, Winter Park, to-day. The late Lillian Thompson, Gamma Phi Beta's beloved Florida, class of June 1951, representing the Orlando-Winter N.P.C. delegate for many years, took Alice to Boston for a Park Gamma Phi Beta Alumnae Association, holds the office of National Panhellenic Conference and incidentally to deliver President in the Central Florida Panhellenic Association in a paper on Sorority Housing. As she faced that room full of Orlando, Florida. famous greats in the Panhellenic world, little did she realize Affectionately called "Grandma" by her chapter sisters because that many years later she would be the President of a City she pledged in her senior year, Mariel finished Rollins in three Panhellenic claiming all 31 N.P.C. sororities as members. years earning her A.B. degree with a major in English and a Since 1950 she has been groomed for the Cleveland Pan minor in Education. She is a sister of Shirley, also Alpha Mu hellenic presidency serving first as treasurer, then secretary. who is now Mrs. Bruce L. Cucuel living in Cleveland, Ohio. However she insists that it is Gamma Phi Beta's presidential While at Rollins Mariel brought recognition to Alpha Mu by year and not hers. She also wants it known that her devoted winning membership in the coveted Key Society whose mem husband Cresswell, has been a patient understudy, auditing bers are elected for high scholastic standing, achievement, and books, correcting minutes, and enduring hours of greek letter character, was vice-president of the senior class and active in phone conversations. the theater department and in intramural sports. The high spot in any sorority's Panhellenic presidency in Upon graduation she was awarded the Willard Wattles English Cleveland is the .Annual Spring Luncheon at which time the Award for distinguished achievement in her major field of study. chair presents a speaker. Alice is especially elated that Hope 1 95 1 was the first year the prize was awarded, iDcing established Summers Witherell (Northwestern) talented actress-producer that fall upon the death of the poet and Rollins professor and founder of SHOWCASE THE.ATER on Chicago's north whose name it bears. shore will be ours. Cleveland alumnae chapter anticipates this Mariel is presently associated with the Public Information occasion to present such an illustrious sister to the sorority Office at Pinecastle Air Force Base as News Writer. 16 President^'s Page

By Evelyn Gooding Dippell International Grand President, Grand Council

Philanthropy Board met for the first time the end of TheSeptember in New York City to elect its olficers and to make other organizational plans. At this meeting Elsa Erler Groeneveld Heaton was elected was elected Vice President, Janet Milligan Mrs. Dippell Treasurer and Oenia Payne Bradley secretary. The position of President of the Board is held by Grace M. Merrill and this appointment was made by the Grand Council. On October 13 a second meeting was held at which your Grand President was present. As a result of this meeting I felt that the membership would be interested in learning something about the individual members of the Board as well as something alumnas chapter is a product of service at one of our own to first all that I am first of the meeting itself. I should like say of Gamma Phi Beta camps for she worked at the suited to serve volunteer convinced that these four women are perfectly camp as cook, when all positions were staffed by a service has on the Philan-thropy Board and that they will render Gamma Phi Betas. She has two Gamma Phi Beta daughters, to Gamma Phi Beta which will mean much to our entire or been president of the Westchester alumnae chapter and has ganization and its future. As our meeting progressed I was headed ticket sales for the bridge party given every year by women of very impressed at the awareness displayed by these Westchester to raise money for campships. Janet, as treasurer the tremendous responsibility which is theirs. I was also im of the Board, brings to her task not only a warm feeling for pressed at their willingness to accept and carry through on this Gamma Phi Beta camping but also a knowledge of bookkeeping in of responsibility. They have not accepted the task ignorance and money raising activities. its importance or of the time and energy which it will require. Oenia Payne Bradley of Gamma and Nassau County chapter Rather I was surprised at that awareness of all that would be has been actively associated with Gamma Phi Beta for many required from them as time went on. It was apparent to me years. Those of you who attended the Bretton Woods conven that already we owe much to these four people. tion in 1946 will remember her very well for she served on the Grace M. Merrill of Epsilon chapter not only has a genius convention committee and headed the New York City alumnae for organization but has a capacity for hard work equalled by delegation. She has been president of the New York City alum few. Grace had seven years of actual camping experience, four nae chapter and is an active member of the Nassau County as a senior years during high school, two of which she served chapter. Oenia will bring a long standing loyalty to Gamma counselor, two years during college as Assistant Director of Phi Beta and sincere service to her task as Secretary of the Camp Activities, one year as Camp Director of a 200 girl camp. Board. For Gamma Phi Beta, Grace is the author of a portion of our At our October 13 meeting the Board decided to adopt the initiation ritual and has always served Gamma Phi Beta in a slogan "Child Welfare" as symbolizing our entire philanthropic local capacity wherever she has been located. She was president efforts, for certainly our camps and campships contribute to the of the Philadelphia alumnae chapter and since moving to New welfare of children. In a survey of other local philanthropies York City was chairman of the Ways and Means Committee and served by our many scattered alumnas chapters it has been found then president for two years. She is suited in every way to head that most of them are engaged in some child welfare work. It this important work. is therefore very fitting that this phrase "Child Welfare" should Elsa Erler Groeneveld of Alpha Zeta chapter and the North come to be Gamma Phi Beta's own. eastern New Jersey alumnas chapter brings much to her service The ultimate success of the Philanthropy Board can only be on the Philanthropy Board. Elsa was president of Alpha Zeta measured in the cooperation extended to it by every Greek- Chapter, a charter member of the San Antonio alumnas associa letter and alumnas chapter and by those individual members tion. President of the New York City alumnas chapter, now not a part of an organized chapter. We are now at the beginning president of the Northeastern New Jersey alumnas chapter and of a new era, philanthropically speaking, for Gamma Phi Beta. former international Vice-President for Gamma Phi Beta. Elsa's We can forge forward to make our camps bigger and better, to charm, keen mind and knowledge of people will stand her in give more campships, to improve the level of local philanthropic good stead in this new service to the sorority. participation under the guidance of this new board. Let us all Janet Milligan Heaton of Theta chapter and the Westchester work with the board for a bright future. D ]) ]> 17 Grand Council ApiDointnients

Margaret Leeper Nelson- Director^ Province IV

RUSHEES had just received their bids and were dashing forth from THEtheir temporary dormitory as I passed. I joined the interested spectators as a dazzling "red head" burst forth. She was taller than the rest of the fresh men, and with her vivid coloring and sparkle�she was outstanding. She jumped into a waiting car and away she went. My only wish at the time was that her destination would be the Gamma Phi Beta house. This was my introduction to Peg Leeper from Waterloo, Iowa. Now, I will introduce you to Margaret (Peg) Leeper Nelson, the new Director of Province IV. Peg graduated from the State University of Iowa, and Rho chapter, in 1940. Her major in school was Sociology. This choice of subject she soon put to use. For three years during World War II, while her husband was over-seas in service, she worked at Consolidated-Vultee Aircraft Corporation in San Diego, as Industrial Counselor to Women. After the war her husband wished to return to college and fulfill a long suppressed desire to become a dentist. So Peg once more found herself in Iowa City with Rho chapter and the Iowa City alumnas, and she immediately became busy. She acted as Alumna Advisor, Alumna Rushing Chairman. Then she served for three years on the Corporation Board, acting as secretary. From the Fall of 1951 to the Spring of 1953 she was the State Rushing Chairman for Iowa, Mrs. Myron E. Nelson and did a wonderful job. .At present her home is again in Waterloo, where she grew up. Dr. Nelson is practicing dentistry there. They have two children. Jana is seven, a blue eyed blonde. Gragory is almost five and a brown eyed red head. I salute Peg Nelson! })])]) Nena Louis (Iowa State College)

Josephine Benedeck Hinch- Director^

of her devoted interest to Gamma Phi Beta' during her college BECAUSEyears and as a member of Denver alumnae, Josephine Benedeck Hinch is highly qualified to serve as Director of Province V North. Jo graduated from the University of Denver in 1940 with a degree in Physics. In addition to participating in sorority and campus activities, she belonged to Sigma Pi Sigma, honorary physics society and Pi Delta Theta, honorary mathematics society. Following graduation, she received an Indus trial Fellowship from the Central Scientific Company of Chicago. In June of 1940 she married W'illiam Hinch. Bill had received a similar fellowship, and together they spent a year in the research laboratories of the Central Scientific Company. During World War II, she and Bill did research work for the Manhattan Project, which was devoted to the de\elopment of the atomic bomb. They spent a total of four years in this work at the University of Chicago, the Hanford Engineering Works in Washington, and the Los Alamos Laborator ies in New . .After returning to Denver, Jo was an instructor in the Physics Department at the University of Denver, from 1946 to 1952. During these six years at the University she found time to do graduate work in Physics, as well as to act as Faculty Sponsor of both Gamma Phi Beta, and Mortar Board. Mrs. William Hinch She has served on the House Board of Theta chapter as treasurer, and for the past two years has been the Alumnas Advisor to Theta chapter. Louise Wyatt, Denver Alumnee

18 June Williams Smiths Alumnae Province VI Secretary ;> Boise alumnae chapter is proud to introduce June Williams Smith THE(Mrs. Richard B.) as Alumnae Secretary for Province VI. A member of the class of '47 at the University of Idaho, June has been a constant leader, both in school and in her alumnae group. She has been alumnas president and has served two terms as State Membership Chairman. Besides her activities in Gamma Phi Beta, June is well known among Boise sorority women for her outstanding accomplishments as secretary and then the president of Boise Panhellenic Association. Among the many purposes of this organization is the awarding of scholarships to high school graduates. This year, four worthy girls were presented with scholarships made possible through the results of June's fund-raising bridge-luncheon and Boise's tradi tional Panhellenic Ball, one of the gayest parties of the Christmas season. June amazes us all with her youthful energy and remarkable talent for organization. She is a member of the American Association of University Women, and has been president of the Sigmas, wives of the Sigma Chis. Active in Red Cross work and the YWCA, June whole-heartedly serves in the difficult capacity of fund-raising again. In addition to her many sorority activities and civic interests, June is one of Boise's best cooks and most gracious hostesses. The Smiths are parents of Mrs. Richard B. Smith two charming children, Shelley Sue, 3, and Geoffrey, 6. All who know June and have had the opportunity of serving with her are confident that she will competently meet the standards of her new office. Mary Cosho Haymond Boise Alumnce

Co]niiplete Appointments There's A Limit! To Board Yes, The Crescent is budgeted to a certain number of Philanthropy pages for each issue. But somehow the editor's mailbox bulged unbelievably this past month, so much so that the of philanthropic activities of nearly 200 Greek- local postoffice was elevated from 3rd class to 2nd class. Coordinationletter and alumnae chapters will be the herculean task of

Which all leads to the answer be . . . the newly appointed Philanthropy Board. A survey question you may seeking naire will be circulated soon and a report from the board will "Where is the material I sent in for December?" If you in the March issue of The Crescent. the appear Members of don't see it, please be assured that it is safely tucked in board are: the "hold" file, waiting for the next issue. Thanks for your President�Miss Grace Merrill (Northwestern) wonderful pictures and stories . . . and thanks for your Mrs. F. Groeneveld Vice-president� J. (Texas U.) patience! Mrs. Secretary� George Bradley (Wisconsin) The Editor Treasurer�Mrs. John Heaton (Denver U.)

Other recent Grand Council appointments are: Director, Province II West�Mrs. Arthur C. Peterson Director, Province V South�Mrs. Edwin A. Deupree In memory of Celia Merry, Epsilon '19, who was killed in an Traveling Secretary�Miss Peggy Mace auto accident in August, a scholarship fund has been established Scholarship Chairman�Mrs. George D. Stoddard at Northwestern University.

Grand Council announces the resignation of Mrs. G. M. Simonson as Gamma Phi Beta's National Panhellenic Dele Birmingham, Michigan alumnas have recently established the gate effective January 1, 1954. Mrs. F. Cicero Hogan, Na Imogene Powrie Camp Fund in memory of Mrs. Powrie, who tional Panhellenic been died The fund will benefit Alternate, has elected by Grand May 24, 1953. local service camps. Council to serve the unexpired term as Delegate.

Grand Council further announces the appointment of Mrs. von Lehmdon as chairman of the Ralph nominating com Sympathy is extended to Olive Barncoat Ruehe in the death mittee for the Gamma Phi Beta convention at Mack 1954 of her husband, Harrison A. Ruehe, professor of dairy science inac Island, Michigan. at the University of Illinois. Mrs. Ruehe is a member of the Crescent Editorial Board.

19 Highlights From National Panhellenic Conference

)j Penelope Murdoch Simonson^ NPC Delegate

was the week of November 3 to 7 found delegates from 31 NPC ternity ideals and standards. The recipient University Thegroups meeting together at the Huntington Hotel in Pasa of Nebraska. dena and. working toward the preservation of fraternity ideals Thursday, November 5 the Executive Secretaries enjoyed a for their tra and the welfare of all affiliated groups. private, formal dinner, while the Editors gathered Gamma Phi Statistics compiled for the session showed a total membership ditional "Brass Tacks" dinner. Mrs. James Marek, in the 31 groups of 747,385; 61 new college chapters have been Beta, was the principal speaker. installed during the biennium making a total of 1,722 college An editors' panel was presented at the conference on Friday, Past and with chapters on 245 campuses and 3,920 alumnae groups. City Pan November 6, titled, "Our Magazines� Present, Chi hellenics Commitlee reported affiliated groups in , Orleans Predictions of Things to Come." Miss Ann Hall, Alpha in , Frankfurt, Germany and a request from Bangkok, Omega Editor, moderated. Mrs. R. S. McGurn, Alpha Phi, spoke Thailand. A tabulation of the City Panhellenics chairman's re of the past, Mrs. Marek spoke on the present, using her recent port showed that scholarship funds amounting to nearly $17,000 Crescent Reader Survey as the basis for her talk, and Miss Anne had been donated by city panhellenics in just one year. This is Weaver of gave the predictions. in addition to the nioney contributed by alumnas chapters for At luncheon, Bob Munger, enthusiastic young Founder and their own fraternity scholarships. National Director of Students for America, spoke before an intent Iota Alpha Pi sorority was admitted to associate membership. audience of N.P.C. delegates, visitors and guests. Forms of Com All sororities must remain associate members for a minimum of munist infiltration in the educational system were described by four years before they may be admitted to full membership in Mr. Munger. N.P.C. Many delightful social affairs were wedged in between business An all day program of special interest to Deans was held No sessions, including a buffet supper at the Valley Hunt Club in vember 4. Deans or their representatives from eight colleges were Pasadena given by Alpha Phi for the representatives of Delta guesls of N.P.C. and participated in discussions and panels Gamma and Gamma Phi Beta. These three groups were members planned by the joint N.P.C. -N.A. D.W. committee and the Col of the N.P.C. Executive council and worked together to make lege Panhellenics committee. Mrs. Nola Stark Rogers, Associate this an outstanding conference. Gamma Phi Beta was in charge Dean of Students at U.C.L.A. spoke on "Why Sororities Survive." of registration, which was ably handled by Mrs. Hoyt Martin, An article with the same title by Dean Rogers appeared in the International Vice President of Ganima Phi Beta, and a capable

October issue of Seventeen ... staff dig up a copy, if you can. It is of local alumnae. worth reading. Gamma Phi Beta representatives received a warm welcome Dean's Day was climaxed with a beautiful banquet, planned from the some 800 alumnae in the area. In addition to a welcom by Gamma Phi Betas of the area. Dr. L. Dale Coff ing note which each found in her box on arriving at the hotel, man was the principal speaker, and chose as his subject, "Birds there were bowls of camellias in each room and fresh flowers of a Feather." Dr. Coffman is Dean of Law at U.C.L.A. During were brought in throughout their stay at the Huntington. Sat the a new was evening award presented ... the Fraternity Month urday night, following the conference, Pasadena Gamma Phi trophy, presented to N.P.C. by Mr. and Mrs. Leiand F. Leiand, Betas entertained at a buffet supper and on Sunday representa to be awarded to the College Panhellenic best representing fra tives attended a Founders' Day brunch and receptions in the afternoon at Alpha Iota and Beta Alpha chapter houses.

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(Continued from fmge ^) in and who is skilled in action; the detection of political intrigue Nebraska Students To In and demagogiicry is the voter who will be able to discharge well Study the responsibilities of citizenship. All of these things are in the easy reach, not only of the college woman who today realizes Paris On their importance, but of every man or woman who takes his Scholarships obligations seriously. Gamma Phi Betas and Lois Frederick will The woman of this generation and the next could easily Joan Kruger study barter the fruits of the 100 on away year's struggle the part of in Paris this year on scholarships. Joan, who graduated from the the organized womanhood of America. University of Nebraska last year received the J.C. Seacrest schol Bryant well says in his ".Antiquity of Freedom": arship for advanced study in Journalism. Joan was former editor "Thou (liberty) shall lapse stronger with the lapse of years, he of the a Mortar But (tyranny) shall fade into a feebler age. Daily Nebraskan, Board, past president of Feebler, yet subtler. NUCWA, a member of Delta Sigma Rho, Theta Phi, He shall send Sigma Quaint maskers, wearing fair and gallant forms, Kappa Tau Alpha, and Gamma Alpha Chi. Preceding her Paris To catch thy gaze, and uiterin<^ graceful words, study, Joan has been a member of the Lincoln Star staff. To charm thy ear. Not yet Lois Frederick will take advanced art study in Paris on a Ful Mayst thou unbrace thy corslet, nor lay hy Lois from Nebraska in where Thy sword." bright Scholarship. graduated 1952 she became a member of .Alpha Lambda Delta, Delta Phi Delta In those avoids lies the charge to vigilance that might become and Phi Iota. ]) ]) 5 the watchword of ever)- .American citizen. 5 J) ]> Sigma

20 CommTUinism And The College Student By J, Edgar Hoover

whether or not realize are the college student, you it, the frame of mind�to "set up the suckers for the kill." Diligently You,rich earth which the Communist conspirator hopes to till. and indiscriminately he pours his corrosive acid of disunity, Your mind is the soil in which he hopes to implant alien seed. hatred, and discontent over the worker, the professor, the artisan, Your subsequent acts are the products whose growth he strives the student. harvest which he seeks is our to direct. The the destruction of What can you do to combat it? democratic processes of government. Communism is the antithesis of . To indorse com What then, can you, the college student, do about communism? munism is to deny all the tenets of Christianity�the great teach Awareness of danger is the first requisite to combating that dan ings which have guided our civilization during the dark ages of be ger. First, then, know your enemy. That necessitates learning mankind's long, upward climb toward the light. You can what communism really means, not what its apologists say it Christian. means. Communism is immoral. The Communist teaches that the end .How is one to separate truth from propaganda? I can only justifies the means. You can live positively. You can promote the a free say, "Set yourself the task of developing a free mind�a mind dynamic morality which is essential to the preservation of which seeks facts." Such a mind accepts neither the minority nation. version nor the majority version; it seeks and considers evidence. Communism seeks "fronts." Don't provide protective coloring It is not satisfied until irrefutable evidence points out the road for subversive organizations by being an indiscriminate "joiner." which leads toward irrevocable truth. Ascertain the ultimate objectives of groups which mouth plati When you have learned everything possible from the experi tudes and espouse causes before you lend the strength of your ence of those who escaped from "Utopia"�where they learned name to their petitions and their rolls. the bitter difference betwen promise and reality�then steep your Communism feeds on ignorance. Be informed. Never yield to self in the history of America. Go back to the heart and soul of the disastrous luxury of emotional or "fuzzy" thinking. Stick to its origins. Read the documents, books, and letters of the im the facts. mortal giants who, with faith and prayer and idealism, shaped Communism seeks change. It would make the state the master and molded a form of government which is a continuous expres and the individual the slave. You, therefore, need to gain a true sion of faith in the individual. There you will learn that true understanding of the republic in which the individual is the key. Americanism is an act of faith�an overwhelming belief that the Our form of government is only as good as the people in it. individual man, with God's help, is an intelligent being capable Consequently, it cannot be perfect. But active and intelligent of self-rule. That faith is essential to the continuance of the effort has made it function in such a manner that it has been the American form of government. marvel and the envy of the world. You hold the future in your In its simplest terms, the struggle lies between the spiritual hands. Be a crusader for democracy. and the material. The Communist seeks to rob you of your birth Communism lives on lies. It corrodes honor, destroys integrity, right by destroying your faith in our republic. The mess of pot and subverts all the qualities which combine in an individual tage which he offers in tempting the weak, the shallow, and the to make him, in the truest sense, a man. Wherever there is an short-sighted is the illusory promise of material security�the honest man, there is an island of strength. Live honorably. security of the slave. The Communist offensive must never be Lastly, communism icears a cloak of many colors. Learn to underestimated, for that promise has seduced millions of people recognize these colors, and no act of yours will tend to bring to and the ultimate objective is to swing all the peoples of the globe fruition the destructive harvest which the Communist seeks, and into the Communist orbit. Like the confidence man, therefore, toward which all his efforts are bent. (Released by the N.P.C. the Communist labors incessantly to get his victims in the proper Citizenship Committee)

Oklahoma Our girls were still on top at the last social event of the year City "University when Sigma Phi Epsilon held their spring formal. Suzanne (Continued from page j) Yowell was crowned "Girl of the Golden Heart" and Eva Hocutt was one of the attendants. Our campus soon got the Christmas spirit and we really felt There are members who have won individual honors honored when we were asked to present the Christmas program many as Cum Cardinal Who's for the all school assembly. "Christmas Shopping" was the such Magna Laude, Key, Who in Ameri can and theme and a tableau was presented in which Christmas store Colleges Universities, Sigma Alpha Iota, Mu Kappa Pi. as windows came to life. At the end of the assembly, it was hard Lambda, and Kappa They have served officers to Sigma to tell whether the Beta Omicron girls or the audience had the Alpha Iota, Future Teachers of America, Panhellenic council, most fun. college players, Trus Unis French club, Sha-Watha, dormitory Two Gamma Phi Betas were That evening most of the girls took off their grease paint and Literary society. Varsity Cheer received when and put on their formals to attend the annual Lambda Chi leaders, while others outstanding recognition Alpha Christmas dance. We were really thrilled to see our they received the English, Mu Kappa Lambda, Kappa Kappa president, Jan Bryant McRee, crowned Lambda Chi Alpha's Iota, and Banning awards. "Crescent Girl." Beta Omicron knows that our achievements would not have "Remember the day� the first of May." This is the slogan been possible without the help of our wonderful alumnae, the the and the Oklahoma alum that is used to remind everyone to enter May Day sing. Beta Corporation Board, Advisors, City nas their can Omicron, under the direction of Jan Bryant McRee, won first chapter. We know with continued support, we suc Phi Beta. place in the women's division. It was a victory for us� cessfully grow in Gamma ]) J> ]) for this was the third year that Jan directed a winner. Virginia Raymer

21 Picturesque Mackinac Harbor, where you will disembark for a glorious vacation on the Island when you come to convention.

WhatP^^Gamma Phi Beta Convention

V/hen?�=July i to y^ 1954 Where?=Grand Hotel^ Mackinac Island^ Michigan

Open Letter To All Gamma Phi Betas

We have recently had the opportunity of talking lo and corresponding with members of the convention committee. Although it seems early to be thinking of next summer, we find our enthu siasm for the next convention steadily rising. The pictures of the hotel and the facilities it has to offer are a big teaser. Mackinac Island is historical in itself, and add to this the fun of getting together with Gamma Phi Betas from all over the country, and you can't miss on this being an ideal way to spend your family vacation. Here are a few more particulars to tempt you a bit and really start you planning to attend. The Grand Hotel will accommodate Gamma Phis and their families and it offers fishing, golf, horse back riding, tennis, concerts, dancing, cycling, bridge parties, croquet, and bathing�either at the beach or in the hotel pool which is built in the shape of Paul Bunyan's foot print. Could you ask for more??? Don't forget tliat your convention committees are already working hard to fill each day with fun and unusual entertainment along with the meetings and convention business. .All of this to be climaxed by the Carnation banquet which is very special to all of us. Remember that no cars are allowed on Mackinac Island, so all transportation is by bicycle, rolling chair, or carriage. Hubby can relax from driving, and think what fun the kiddies will have riding in the carriages. The Island also houses Fort Mackinac�oldest standing fortification in the United States, the John Jacob Astor Fur Post�original headquarters of the American Fur Company, and the Mission Church�first Protestant Mission in the midwest. So, whether it's "busy" fun, education, or plain relaxing that you want for your vacation, you can't go wrong by COMING TO CON VENTION . .. JULY 1 to 7, 1954. Watch the next two Crescents for the latest on transportation, suggested clothes, and all the "hot" news on convention plans. Sincerely in IT K E, Your CONVENTION Publicity Committee

22 Convention Committee Appointments Made

Girl Scout Board. She has also been a Leader in Cub Scout states Wilma Kinney Erickson= work. From this record, one can easily see why Dorothy that her two children are her hobbies. Carol is fifteen and a Vice-Chairman of Convention Junior in the Evanston high school, and Douglas Jr., age seven Ohio. teen is a Freshman at , Oxford, The University of Illinois claims Wilma Kinney Erickson, who of and is Dorothy has served on the P.T.A. Board Evanston, in Education, class of Prior to her two at graduated '36. years active in the Second Presbyterian Church of Evanston. The this school, she attended the of Michigan where be much in University pattern of all Gamma Phi Betas seems to activity she was a member of Beta chapter. community affairs. In Wilma married Charles Erickson, a North us on the 1940 Leihy We are indeed happy to have Dorothy representing have a Kenneth 1 1 and western University graduate. They son, Convention committee and know that hers will be a job well a Ann In addition to her home interests, daughter Cheryl eight. done. ]) ]) D Wilma pursues as hobbies, painting, sketching, and piano. Marion G. Baumann During Wilma's thirteen years in Detroit (minus a two and Evanston-North Shore Alumnce one half year army stretch in Texas), she served on the executive board of the College Women's Volunteer Service, put in a hitch with the U.S.O. at Weatherford, Texas, while her husband was Anna stationed at nearby Camp Wolters, and more recently has headed Armstrongs the Detroit Alumnae chapter as president, served as a Den Chairman of Mother, Brownie Leader, and a P.T.A. executive. Wilma has Transportation also worked on community projects in her suburban Berkley, Miss Anna Armstrong of the alumnae chapter who and has still found time to help her husband on Northwestern has been named Chairman of Transportation Committee of the an excellent �Alumni programs during his tenure as president of the Detroit convention at Mackinac next summer is indeed Club. choice. Ann, with her quiet efficiency, can be depended upon As usual we can go back to the old saying "ask a busy person" to do any job thoroughly. She was a charter member of Alpha was Board Treasurer lor and you can alv/ays count on a job well done. Wilma is well Omega chapter in London. She House in equipped to serve as vice-chairman of the Convention, and four years; Corporation Treasurer since our incorporation we wish her good luck and lots of fun in her work with the 1946; for many years she has also served as Treasurer of our Gamma Phi Betas. ])])]) Building Fund. The length of tenure in office is due to Ann's capability and the insistence of the members that she continue in office. She keeps in touch with the Greek Letter chapter and Rioch has officiated for five years as Alumnae Advisor to our younger Dorothy Cunningham� sisters. Chairman of Ann holds a responsible position with the head office of the Registration London Life Insurance Company in the Actuarial department. Dorothy comes lo us as Registration chairman from Evanston, She is registered with the London Filter Centre, R.C.A.F. Illinois. She was a member of Epsilon chapter at Northwestern Ground Observer's Corps as a civilian volunteer, in our civil University and has served on the House Board of Epsilon chapter defense program. for sixteen years as Treasurer. During her college days, Dorothy Ann's chief hobby is traveling when time permits; she enjoys was active in all W.A.A. campus activities including all sports at cooking in her smart career girl's apartment, and collects china Northwestern U. She was voted the most typical college girl in miniatures. As for recreation, she mentions golf, a bit hesitantly. her senior class in college. We are indeed proud to have Ann represent us in any ca For eight years Dorothy has been active in the Girl Scouts pacity. I) ]) I) Helen Benson Aselstyne and has been a Girl Scout leader and Member of the Evanston London Alumna

Mrs. Douglas Cunningham Mrs. Charles L. Erickson Miss Anna Armstrong 23 Completely remodeled and boasting an addition,

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"New Gamma Phi Betas at enjoy their en larged living room which may be separated by iliding walls into a living room, music room and recreation room, or opened to accommodate Look'' many guesls for parties and dances.

fall when the Sigma girls returned to the Kansas Uni a new heating plant was installed. rooms THISversity campus at Lawrence, we found a practically new Very important, of course, are the seven new study of Gamma Phi Beta house. Not only had the original house been and dorm on the upper floors, which increased the capacity in remodeled, but a new wing had been added. the house to fifty-five girls. The study rooms are painted pas Our cherished housemother, Mrs. Ralph Park, was provided tels, and the closets are equipped with folding doors. These "ac for with a re-located suite, composed of living-room, bedroom and cordion" doors also close the eight new extra-length closets bath, decorated in pink as the predominant color. our formals. .Across the entrance foyer from this suite is the remodeled The new "dump" on second floor, one of the most important living-room. Greatly enlarged, it now really consists of three rooms in the house is larger than before. This favorite spot is rooms which may be used separately as living-room, music room where the Sigmas do their lounging and hold gab sessions, and recreation-chapter room, or together as a perfect place for so its new face will be greatly enjoyed. parties and dances. The chapter could not have undergone its building program, The new dining-room adjoining is spacious and striking in had it not been for the tireless work and contributions of the its color scheme, with walls painted burgundy and white. There faithful alumnae, mothers' clubs, friends and, as always. Mother are French doors all along one side which lead to a newly con Park. Due to the effort of all these people, we Sigmas now in structed terrace. school and those who follow us will have a fine home, one which .Audrey, whom we consider the best of cooks, has a large shiny is an addition to the Kansas University campus as well as an kitchen in which she can prepare her special hot rolls. Every asset for Ganima Phi Beta. The girls at Sigma wish to thank thing she needs is right at her finger tips. It is such a modern sincerely all who made our lovely house possible. Especial cheerful room, .Audrey may have trouble keeping all of us out appreciation is expressed to the Building Committee, the Finance of the kitchen. Committee, the Decorating Committee, the Sigma House Board, There are new laundry and trunk rooms in the basement, and and to our International officers who cooperated in the planning. Nancy Neville, Sigma

Burgundy and while dining room opens onto terrace. Donna Arnold, Relaxing in the president's room, a part of the new wing, are Winnie Cathy Campbell, Belly Don Knupp and Marimae Voiland pour Schumacher, Betty Samuelson and Marimae Voiland. coffee at nen built-in buffet. 24 Charters Granted To T'wo Nevy Alummae Chapters

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Installation of the new alumnas at Colorado chapter Boulder, Installation of the Jacksonville, Florida alumnae chapter was was held at the Boulderado Hotel October with Mrs. T. 7, 1953, held June 11 with 15 chapters represented. Pictured above are, Matson Province Alumnae as officer. Collier, Secretary installing front row, left to right, Mrs. D. Lee Jewell, secretary, Mrs. J. A. The chapler boasts a membership of 21 Gamma Phi Betas, whose Jackson, vice-president, Mrs. A. L. Rhoads, president, and Mrs. officers are above. Left to Mrs. Howard Wells pictured right, William Van Norren, treasurer. Back row. Miss Susan Funley, (Nebraska), recording secretary; Mrs. Charles Ungemach (Colo Mrs. William C. Stout, Mrs. Carl Buck, Jr., Mrs. Harold Gay rado A. and Mrs. R. G. Sutherland M.), corresponding secretary; mon, Mrs. Thomas H. Crawford, Jr. and Miss Edythe Thompson. (Colorado A. and M.), treasurer; Mrs. R. F. Grohne (Illinois), vice-president; Mrs. Lloyd Pflug (Colorado College), president.

3n iWemoriam

Mrs. William O, Beers Mrs. Arno C. Naeckel Mary Snoddy (Gamma '39) Mildred Miles (Rho '26) Kenilworth, 111. Davenport, Iowa Died July 20, 1953 Died October, 1953 * Mrs. John C. Johnson Mrs. S. a. Nielsen Grace Iris Boothe (Alpha Zeta '48) Helen Steensland (Gamma '89) Galveston, Texas Riverside, Calif. Died December 7, 1950 Died July 4, 1953

Freda Roof (Theta '20) Bessie B. Larrabee (Epsilon '96) Denver, Colo. New London, Conn. Died December 17, 1952 Mrs. W. J. Tucker

Celia F. Merry (Epsilon '19) Elsie Duncan (Alpha Epsilon '23) McHenry, 111. � Tucson, Ariz. Died August 6, 1953 Died April 16, 1953

To The Memorial Fund Gamma Phi Beta Central Office 53 West Jackson Blvd. Chicago, III. �9 Enclosed is Dollars .) for The Memorial Fund

in memory of I understand this will be acknowledged to the family (without mention of the amount) and that significant memorials are created with these funds.

Signed ....

Address

Please send family acknowledgment to

25 Gamma Phi Beta Camps omplete TYyentieth Year

The happy summer days of ig$^ are now but a memory to i^o small girls who attended Gamma Phi Beta's Indian Hills and Sechelt camps. The twenty-five college counselors whose loving kindness and spirit of service enriched this vacation for the.se needy girls must themselves have memories of fun, good times and hard work, enriched by lasting friendships with Garnma Phi Betas from chapters all over the United States and Canada. Both camps were operated three full two-week sessions, and all ran along smoothly and successfully. A great share of the credit for the success of our camping project must go to the alumnee of Denver and Vancouver who bear the immediate responsibility of camp operation. As Gamma Phi Beta's twentieth camping season comes to a close, our membership may be extremely proud of our contribu tion to the welfare of children in the field of camping. I am sure that the as.sembled reports that follow will bring closer to you our camps in Colorado and British Columbia. Elizabeth G. Malkerson International Chairman Camp Campers and counselors gather around the fire at beautiful Indian Hills camp in Colorado.

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25 counselors at our champs last summer represented THEfourteen Greek-letter chapters. They were girls oulstanding on their own campuses, and gave an excellent account of them selves as counselors. The director at each camp had the highest praf^e for her staff and recommended many of the counselors for posilions of more responsibility and experience. It is with deep appreciation that the members of the Grand Council, ihe members of Vancouver and Denver Camp Boards, and your International Camp Chairman acknowledge the outstanding contribution of lime and effort by these counselors to our camp project. Pride of the Sechelt, British Columbia camp is the fibre glass boat, a Eta counselors are The staff at Sechelt Camp included: Mrs. W. R. Hodgson, gift of chapter. Admiring Marguerite Moak, Joy Wilbrand, Dolores Sackett and Mary McKay. Director; Counselors: Ann Brigham, U. of California; Lee Brookins, U. of Southern California; Una Mae Brunskill, U. of Southern California; Nancy Coates, U. of Southern California; Jean Engler, Iowa State College; Diane Foley, U. of Michigan; finance the trip to and from camp. Due to the efforts of many Marilyn Hall, U. of Soulhern California; Alice Lehman, Oregon alumnae and Greek-letter chapters, almost half of our counselors State College; Mary Minton, U. of Southern California; Mar were given financial assistance with their transportation. As a guerite Moak, U. of California; Mary McKay, U. of California; r "suit our (amjjs were adequately staffed. Dione Teasdale MacLeod, U. of British Columbia; Dolores Sack Transportation was provided in full or in part by Berkeley, ett, U. of California; Joy Wilbrand, U. of California; and Marian C;hainpaign-Urbana, Kansas City, Pasadena, and St. Louis. M. Vochuni. Washington U. The staff at Indian Hills Camp were: Miss Mabel Pulliam. Director: Counselors: Marj' Bynum, U. of Texas; Verona Dil beck, Oklahoma City U.; Sue Edwards, Ohio Wesleyan U.; Joan CJoddard, Florida State U.; Shirley Kesterson, San Jose State (College; Shirley Krull, U. of Illinois; Carol Peterson, U. of Illi nois; Betty Jean Scamardo, U. of Texas; Virginia Walhich. Northwestern U.; and Carmion \Voodland, U. of Texas. Want to have the time of your life? You will, if you plan .A word of appreciation should be extended here to the chap now to attend one of our camps as a counselor in 19^4. For ters which provided counselor transportation. So often the girls information, write Mrs. Lester A. Malkerson, 48^0 West Lake best c(]ui|)])t'd to do camp counseling ha\e been unable to Harriet Blvd., Minneapolis, Minnesota. Camping At Indian Hills

grand and glorious camping season has come to a

ANOTHER. close at the "Indian Hills Camp for Girls." Each year our schedule is packed with so many more interesting activities for our campers and counselors that it is difficult to select a few to tell you about. One of the highlights was a visit to the Indian Hills Pottery. There were Indians from many different tribes who fashioned all their articles by hand and were proud of their artistic accomplishments. We had several hikes which included a trip to the "Old Castle," a historic landmark in Indian Hills, and a visit to Tiny Town which provides a bit of extra entertainment with a small train for the girls to ride that runs through the village. This summer the girls did more outdoor cooking than usual and how they enjoyed their weekly swim at Soda Lake and their new camp packs! Soda Lake was a new venture this year developed by Denver business men who gave us a free member ship for our girls. Each Sunday the campers and counselors had church service, followed later in the afternoon by a treasure hunt and a wiener roast in the evening. Another special occasion planned by our director. Miss Mabel Pulliam, was a pajama party followed the next morning by a brunch. An experience such as this is a new thrill for our under privileged girls and it was a satisfaction to counselor and direc tor to see how they enjoyed themselves. This year we were fortunate in having a beautiful new sign for us Mrs. Hattie Carson, a Denver art and painted by teacher, Beautiful new sign for Indian Hills camp was painted by a Denver this proved to be the most popular background for the many art teacher. It made a wonderful background for snapshots to take back home! pictures of camp and campers that were taken. It depicts the mountains in the background and the camp nestled by the creek, surrounded by the beauty of the forest. in outward appearances, they are all working toward the unity Our real highlight of the season came during our first two of our sisterhood. I'm sure we will never forget some of our weeks session when the Denver Post visited our camp and took escapades and experiences and we'll have many a chuckle when pictures of our first group of campers and counselors. The we recall our times together at Indian Hills. Denver Post is a great promoter of camps for underprivileged How could we help but have a renewing experience in a children and they published a very interesting article about our setting of majestic pines, feathery blue spruce and a campsite Colorado Camp in their Sunday edition. by a mountain creek, nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Our thanks to all the chapters who have helped to make this Mountains in a former playground of the Arapahoe Indians. a successful year. The Colorado Camp Board is counting on Of course, part of our enjoyment came through helping the your help to make next year the biggest and best in our camping little girls forget their city life and just play in the great out-of- program. ]> D }) doors. Activities every day in handicraft, singing and camp Mrs. Calvina Morse Vaupel craft bring new challenges to the creative abilities of camper Denver Alumnee Chapter and counselor alike. Students in recreation, physical education, Colorado Board President, Camp chid development and sociology combine business and pleasure and learn to work and play with children of limited resources and experiences. What a satisfaction to develop those shy, with drawn little personalities into happier, better adjusted little en Letter from a Counselor campers. Two weeks of sunshine, fresh air, restful sleep, well balanced meals and a program, planned and directed by an Dear Gamma Phi Betas: experienced Camp Director, are responsible for this transfor mation. After counseling at our Indian Hills camp, I find it difficult I am glad to have had an opportunity to be a part of such a to express my enthusiasm for the Gamma Phi Beta camp pro marvelous adventure at this camp. My thanks to each and every gram. But I do want to thank the sorority, through The Cres Gamma Phi who has helped in making this program possible. cent, for the most enjoyable two weeks that I have ever spent. The camp tax makes possible the camp itself�its maintenance That everyone, both children and counselors, had fun, is an and physical operation, but it's the gifts to camp that provide the understatement. Of course, part of our enjoyment came through "luxuries" of clean camp clothes, pajamas with a frill or two, helping the little girls have a good time. and a scrap book or hand-made gift to take home to Mother. It was thrilling to be able to counsel with girls from Ohio I wish everyone could have the chance to be a counselor and Wesleyan, University of Illinois, and San Jose State, and to com share some of our appreciation and enthusiasm for our inter pare college and chapter notes. We all had two common de national philanthropy�camping. ])])]) nominators�our love for Gamma Phi Beta and an interest in underprivileged little girls and camping. It didn't take us long Verona Dilbeck to find out that even though chapters differ, one from another. Oklahoma City University 27 Reflections On Our Camp At Sechelt;. B.C* By Marion Mueller Yochum^ Washington University

were so many, many things to enjoy while at camp. off the shoulder or belted, these nighties provided perfect cos THEREThe ocean and the beach provided hours of fun and fascina tumes for our many skits and entertainments.

... and tion for all of us. The children never tired of hikes up and fn addition to hand craft, ball games, badminton, races down the water front we went, climbing over interesting rock other forms of organized play, the children created their own formations, leaping o\er colorful driftwood, catching crabs and form of amusement whicfi we definitely encouraged. An old dodging snakes. Not too many of the latter, just enough for a cracked mirror in one of the cabins touched off a spark of bit of excitement! Swimming, of course, was a delight to all! originality and we found the cabin transformed into a beauty The boat from Eta Chapter was a dream and boating was one of salon which featured "cold waves," facials, manicures, pedicures the favorite activities. and a lovely crown of flowers made from napkin carnations and One day we found a perfect blackberry patch growing right pine boughs. A second group organized a dancing school where next to the spot we picked to have our picnic lunch. As soon patrons learned the finer points of ballet, toe dancing and tap as the pails were emptied of food, we filled them again with dancing . . . the inspiration arising from a blue ballet costume luscious, ripe berries which our cook made into six wonderful and an extra mattress. A rather shy and friendless child named pies. Speaking of "cookie" . . . what a dream child! Mrs. Hol Morag, opened a gift store and poured her heart into its success. land, of English and Irish ancestry, loved all the children as her Pebbles were used as money in her establishment and she was own and was constantly thrilled with the attention she received. preparing goodies for School nurses in the poorer districts of Vancouver chose the them to eat. Yes, we ate little girls who were to come to the Gamma Phi Beta Camp. her nutritious and whole Some of their backgrounds were appalling! Insufficient income, some meals three times crowded conditions, severe parental rule, homes split by divorce, each day with the usual lack of proper supervision and other similar reasons sent the "treat" at bedtime and little ones to us where we could give them a fun-packed, care there was always plenty- free two weeks away from home. In every instance, the campers something not too com "ate up" attention and affection. Counselors were frequently "Will I a lickin' if I don't behave?" some of them mon in many of our chil asked, get dren's homes. found it difficult to imagine two weeks without any "lickins" or from the There was much excite physical cruelty leaders. We enjoyed having children ment two weeks from immigrant homes whose parents were industrious and good Ouldour worship service cacli Sunday every but who found it to when the bus stopped at impossible scrape up time or money for

. . . Maria from Diane from from the gate of the camp and pleasures Italy, Denmark, Gay and Werena from were all chil twenty-seven little camp England Germany interesting dren who added to our ers climbed down, full of immeasurably camp. activities were and in instances the energy and enthusiasm Evening organized many the entertainment. Talent was after a trip across Horse campers provided night especially where all shoe Bay by ferryboat. popular campers gave something of themselves in their own Costumes donated alumnae were Looking at their tattered special way. by certainly overworked that Skit was lots of fun and counselors and worn little clothing night! night saw that into the act." Sound slides from made us feel sad but we everyone "got the Uni- knew that very soon they would step into a new outfit of clothes provided by the Camp Board and no child would feel em barrassed by her shabbi- ness. Everything except their shoes and swim suit "We rehearse for flag was safely stored away and

. . ." raising they had such fun trying on their blue shorts, T- shirts, jeans, sweat shirt, underwear and socks. When the wind blew, they donned their green,

waterproof jackets .. . the entire wardrobe to be their very own during their two weeks' stay. They loved their pink and blue flowered nighties and they truly looked like 'We all pose with the Water Carnival Queen in front of the 'Beauty at bedtime. " oening angels Pulled Parlor' 28 Richmond Sends Ten Girls To Scout Camp

Each year many chapters show an increased interest in one phase of our international philanthropy . . . campships. The alumnee of Richmond, Virginia, sent ten girls to Scout Day Camp in Forest Hill Park for a two week session. Here Catherine Louise Chalkley offers to share her lunch with Gamma Phi Beta Mrs. Carle S. Johnson.

forty-five chapters were sent campship funds from the furnished not only campships and counselors but provided OVERfnternational Camp Fund and in almost every reported transportation to and from camp and worked in the camp instance the campship money was matched by funds from the kitchen. local chapter. Although we doubled the campship money in The girls at Alpha Iota gave up desserts for a month to help 1953, we still fell far short of filling our requests for funds. raise money for University camp and, together with the Los Many chapters provided transportation to and from camps and Angeles and Santa Monica alumnae groups, sent fourteen girls to equipped the children with suitable camp clothing." Our new camp for ten days. Jacksonville alumnae chapter more than matched our campship The Rockford-Belvidere alumnae had their annual rummage and sent one local girl to Girl Scout Counselor In-Training sale to raise additional funds, while the Lincoln, Nebraska, Camp for two weeks. They hope to establish a definite campship alumnie held white elephant sales and sold Christmas cards and fund from the proceeds of an annual card party. Houston kitchen utensils in order to send three girls to the local Camp alumnae dipped into their treasury and matched funds and sent Fire Camp. Portland alumnae held their annual movie benefit two Latin American girls to the local Girl Scout Camp. Cleve and had as their guests a bus load from the Children's Home, land alumna; added funds and aided the Society for Crippled and still were able to augment the campship granted from Children. International Campship Funds. Earning money "each her own way" is the project which The exact number of children sent to camps or helped in Toledo alumnae undertook to supplement campship funds and other ways by our chapters in the United States and Canada aid the Camp Za-Ni-Ka, camp for Toledo area diabetic children. is impossible to ascertain but we do know that many more than The Kansas City, , alumnae also devoted their efforts our records show had summer happiness because of our inter to a diabetic group�the Kansas City Diabetic Lay Society. They national philanthropy�CAMPING.

ections On Ouir Camp At Sechelt^ B� C. (Continued from page 28) versity of British Columbia, scavenger hunts, folkdancing with tant moment each evening after supper when Margaret Hodgson, records, object skits, beach parties with singing and hot dogs our good director, awarded the red and gold stars to the cabin for refreshments made pleasant evenings for all. During one of members. Marg was loved by campers and counselors alike and the last days at camp, a Water Carnival took place with much was constantly standing behind us in our decisions when prob excitement and decoration. Upon a throne, bedecked with lems arose. Her hard work and good ideas were of tremendous boughs and flowers, sat Queen Muriel and her princesses while value in the success of the camp. One of her many duties in watching her loyal subjects perform in various swimming events. cluded laundry for twenty-seven active youngsters each two Simple church services were held each Sunday out-of-doors where weeks' session ... a mountainous task! a small choir led the singing. Never to be underestimated is the year long work of the Campers and counselors helped to keep the camp neat and Vancouver alumnae and the University of British Columbia orderly by the rotation system of daily chores. We took turns actives, aided by contributions of chapters all over the United washing dishes, setting tables, sweeping the lounge, cleaning the States and Canada. It was a thrill to meet so many ardent work grounds and peeling the vegetables. Each group was responsible ers who made the Camp at Sechelt an important part of their for their own .. . were at lives and whose was boundless. cabin's cleanliness and prizes given hospitality It all added up to a the end of camp for the best. Gold stars were awarded each fun-packed, two weeks of adventure for both campers and coun

for the selors ... a realization of day cabin's good conduct and the campers felt a real something that could never be put sense of and when realized that each into words and an adventure that can never democracy group living they be taken from any cabin was as strong as its weakest cabin-mate. It was an impor of us. 29 Vital Statistics

alpha ETA SON, David Gerard; April 22, Births Minn. Marriage Marriages 1953, Mankato, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crawford (Caro line William; Phyllis June Fraser, '54, and Robin Hazeltine, '52, and Merritt Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Welton Carter), Hugh October 1953 Douglas B. Whitney, A K E, Au Robinson, A T Q, September 27, (Nancy White, '49), James Wil 14, gust 22, 1953, East Aurora, N.Y. 1953, Menlo Park, Calif. liam; July 1, 1953, St. Louis, Mr. and Mrs. Tom C. Lovitt (Al Mo. thea Kathleen Ann; De Births Pam Proctor and Jack Allington, Owen), cember 1952, Washington, Mr. and Mrs, Hartley J. Schutt r A, September 26, 1953, 4, LAMBDA D.C. (Patricia Whitney), Whitney Piedmont, Calif. Ann; June 16, 1950, and Lindsay Marriages Mr. and Mrs. Eugene L. Miller, Ellen; July 6, 1953, Rochester, lilRTlIS Carol Iverson and Dick Patterson Jr. (Bonnie Veatch), Susan N.Y. .Mr, and Mrs. Morel (Bev Bonnie Miller; October 7, 1952, BETA Violet Michael and Donald .McCauly), Michael Laiurence. Sperry N.C. BiHTH Winston-Salem, Evie Lewis and Mac Partlow Mr. and Mrs. Douglas O. Froeilich Mr. and Mrs. McGee (Carol Mr, and Mrs. Paul J. Uhlig (Doris (Florence Kingsbury, '47), Rob Mclean), Susanne. Joanne Cook and Dick Burdick Tihen), Paul Nelson; September ert Kingsbury ; Aug. 23, 1953, 7, 1953, Lawrence, Kan. Mr. and Mrs. (Carol Grand Rapids, Mich. Symes Kyle), Births Kyle Anyi. GAMMA Mr. and Mrs. Ferdinand Schmitz TAU Mr. and Mrs. Grant Bakewell a Marriages (Joanne West), daugiiter. Marriages (Ann Smyth), Ann Marie; and Mrs. Edward Joan Verhoulst, '52, and David February 16, 1953, Evanston, 111. Mr. Odegard Marianne Williams, '52, and Robert Rendall, March 21, 1953, Chi (Emily Michael), a son E. Bolz, August 29, 1953 cago, 111. Mr, and Mrs. H. P. Milnes (Mar jorie Boeckman), a son, February Mary Lou Service, '51, and William Rita King, '48, and Lt. Henry MU 16, 1953 G. Martin, * K T, September 19, 12, 1953, Birth Schuette, September 1953, Denver, Colo. Denver, Colo. THETA Mr. and Mrs. Eugene R. Hammond and (Dorris Martin, '45), Susan; Births Jean Salazar, '51, Harry Marriages Mussman, Jr., September 7, April 19, 1953, Palo Alto, Calif, Mr. and Mrs. Ray H. Lawson Naney I. McCallum, '38, and 1953, Hancock, Mich. (Dale Green, '46), by adoption: Claude Winston Faulkner, NU Kent Sheldon; September 17, Births * B K, 1944, Denver, Colo. Marriages 1953, Rochester, Mich. Mr. and Mrs. David Cheney (Nan Flora Lee Stickle and Harl Petty, Mary Naftel, '46, and Roger S, .Mr. and Mrs. Walter R. Spencer Cheney, '52), Aleck; April 8, K Z Jr., N A R. 1953 Wheeler, *, August 28, (Maxine Ossola, '45), Peggy Barrett and Don !Modica, 1948, Claremont, Calif. Deborah Lynn; June 30, 1953, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Clayton I * E San Diego, Calif. (Joanne Meyer), Nancy Leigh; Georgene Porter, '54, and Robert January 13, 1953, Milwaukee, Barbara Heath and William Harri Jones PHI Wis. son, K Z Diana White, '53, and Roy Fulton Birth Mr. and Mrs. Eric Farber (Ellen Roxanne Goodier and Robert Scholl, Joan Sears, '47, and James Mc- Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Estes (Lois Williams, '47) Webb Williams, Ben Gilvery Marting, Ann May 11, 1953 '46), Lois; July Rex 26, 1953, Atchison, Kan. Louise Watson and Bennett Marion Moore, '52, and Mr. and Mrs. Richard McKenzie Harry 11 De Barbara Swanson and Art Skack, K A (Jean Pew, '52). John; April Burke, CHI 12, 1953 Z X Births Births Mr. and Mrs. John T. Normington Jane Robinson and H. Beecher Air. and Mrs. Roger S. Wheeler Mr. and Mrs. Jack Gell (Jean (Eleanor Hulce, '50), Patricia Deardorff (Mary Pauline Naftel), Paul Armitage, '50), William George; Ann; June 24, 1953, Reedsburg, Scott March Ore. Wis. Nancy Bell Joyce and David Wood Wheeler; August 13, 1953, 3, 1953, Salem, Calif. ward Claremont, Mr. and Mrs. W. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Reynolds B. Meredith Mr. Ann a (Jill Bump, '52), Ann Titus; Eloise Holbrook and Glen Leyden and Mrs. Thomas Nordby (Dorothy Darling), son, May 5, 1953 (Hope Riley, '54), a son May 25, 1953 Maryan Webber and Dean Moyer, Mr. and Mrs. Edward P. Trumble * A e OMICRON (Patricia Jane Ewell), Thomas PSI Ewell; August 15, 1953, Boulder, Births Marriage Marriages Colo. Mr. and Mrs, Don Elisha (Marilyn Pliyllis Jean Prust, '52, and F. Ger Florine Gates, '46, and Lon M. ald X EPSILON Packert), Barry Stephen Farwell, ^', University of Davis, Jr., October 7, 1950, Texas Marriage Illinois Christian University Mr, and Mrs. Alexander Lind J. Joan Mauser, '52, and Allan J. Stin Denise Dever. '48, and John C. Birth sey, Jr. (Jane Boatright), * Belshaw, August 1, 1953, Chi nett, I E, 1952, Oklahoma Uni Deborah Kay .Mr. and Mrs. C. cago, 111. Joseph Bates, Jr. versity Mr. and Mrs. John Flora (JoAnne (Millicent Simonds, '49), Maya Births Births Aspinall), Pamela JoAnne Annette; July 16, 1953, St. Mr. and Mrs. Melville W. Borders, Louis, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Lon M. Davis, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Cross Jr. (Jane Leiner), Martha Jane; John (Shirley (Florine Gates, '46), Lon Miles; June 5, 1953, Wheaton, 111. Fitzpatrick), a son PI February 9, 1953, Lubbock, Tex. Mr. and Mrs. Claude Winston Marriage Mr. and Mrs. William F. Busche Mr. and Mrs. William H. Epperson Faulkner I. Donna and Stan (Margaret E, Beit, M.D.), Gin (Naney McCallum), May Pilcher, '52, (Janelle Liebolt), Weldon Llouk; Ann; 6, 1953, H. 2 ger Ellen; August 12, 1953, Sally August ley Grote, X, September 18, August 11, 1953, Oklahoma City, Lima, Ohio Fayetteville, Ark. (Linda Jo, 6; 1953, Omaha, Neb. Okla. Keith Edzcard, Mr. and Mrs. William W. Keefer 4) RHO Mr. and Mrs. David D. Parrish, (Gayle Kamen). Kirsten Leigh; Mr. and Mrs. William Evans Births Jr. (Lila F. Escoe), David D., June 23, 1953 (Brother Keith, Mitchell Haussom). (Hoyne Ill; April 6, 1953, Glendale, age I'A) Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Koch fViltiam Ezans; August II, 1953, (Esther Calif, Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Koepke Denver, Colo, Noreen, '36), Richard; January (Marty Jennings) Da-id ll'in- 10, 1953 Mr, and Mrs, Donald S, Sweeney (Barbara Ann Hawkins), Jeffrey throt'; May 11, 1953, Corpus KAPPA Mr. and Mrs. Edward Loveton Tex. Sterling; July 9, 1953, St. Christi, Marriage (Janice Liepold), daughter, Terry Charles, Mo., Donald Kirk; May Lee; 1953, Santa Monica, .Mr. and Mrs. James R. Ransom Janet Helen Gihiuist, '52, and May 9, 12, 1951, St. Charles, Mo. Calif. (lean Ballantvne. '50), Thomas Donald Clifford Brodahl, April Richards; October 30, 1952, Ev 4, 1953, Minneapolis, Minn, anston, 111. SIGMA OMEGA Births Marriage Marriages Mr. and Mrs. Charles D. Swanson (Evelvn Mulni.x), Stet'hcn Doug Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Butler, Judy Tihen, '48, and Charles Alice Blanchard, '51, and Charles las; July 13, 1953 (Brother C. Tr. (Bettv Clements. '35), Chase, IV, November 5, 1953, Akin, Jr., 2 N, August 14, 1949, SIXTH Kan. Iowa Da; id, Jr., age 3Jj) SEVENTH CHILD, Wichita, Ames, 3" THE CRESCENT 31

Joan Hollingsworth, '53, and John Marilyn Haynie, '53, and Wayne Lloyd; February 26, 1953, Pasa Mary Nancy June, '53, and Abram Wetherell, 2 N, July 2, 1953, Willard, ATS, June 1, 1953, dena, Calif. Haywood Merritt, Jr., 2 n, � Pearl Harbor, St. Joseph, Mo. October 17, 1953, Williamsburg, Mr. and Mrs. Allen A. Hogle Va. Peggy Swanson and Harry Upton, Jerry Fell, '52, and William Len (Lillian Manning, '48), Sally Ben, September 4, 1953, York, nox, K A, August 22, 1953, Ann; January 16, 1953, and Neb. Webster Groves, Mo. David; November 18, 1950 ALPHA OMEGA Marriage Kristi Beal and William Stover, Births Mrs. and Mrs. Eugene F. Serr, III 2 A E, September 4, Des Moines, (Nancy Wil.smv '^"V David Lyn Colbert, '53, and Douglas Mr. and Mrs. Roy J. Barker Iowa 1953 Heagle, A T, June 20, 1953, (Ellen Brian Whitman; July 18, Remley), Loyd; Burlington, Ontario, Canada Jean Jones, '51, and Bruce D, August 19, 1953, Wilmington, Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm C. Winans Engle, July 26, 1953, Ames, Del, (Dorothy Haines, U.C.L.A,), Birth Iowa Glen 1953 Mr, and Mrs, Ben Bosworth Titus; August 8, Dr. and Mrs, D. E. McKerricher Gail Births (Dorothy Whittemore, '50), Scott (Jane Noble), Elaine; Thomas Bosworth, July 27, ALPHA NU February 18, 1953, Vancouver, Lt, and Mrs, Charles W. Akin, Jr. 1953, Detroit, Mich. Births B.C. (Alice Blanchard, '51), Julie Alane; October 10, 1952, San Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Johnston Mr. and Mrs. Warren D. Detrick BETA EPSILON Antonio, Tex. (Corinne Kuehnle, '45), Douglas (Eloise Tripp, '47), Jennifer Allen; August 31, 1953, Dallas, Lynn; July 16, 1953, Spring Marriage Mr. and Mrs, Bruce French (Faith Tex. field, Ohio Oleson), Susan; December 1, Mary Jane Dean, '50, and Ensign 1951, Mary Lou; April 12, 1953 Mr. and Mrs. Donald J. Mayhew Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Marable, Jr. Vito A. Gotautas, October 4, (Dorothy Sue (Marilouise Kerges), Sue Ann; 1952 Mr. and Mrs. Allen B. Sharp Sappington) Demetria; March 20, 1951, and April 12, 1953, Lakewood, Ohio (Mary Daine, '53), Julie Rae; Births Christyann; July 20, 1953 August 7, 1953, Ottumwa, Iowa Lt. (j.g.) and Mrs. Vito A. Births ALPHA XI Mr. and Mrs, Christensen Gotautas (Mary Jane Dean, '50), James Marriage (Janet McLean, '51), John Mr. and Mrs, Tom Riggins (Adah Jane Eileen; July 20, 1953, Martin; August 16, 1953 Andrews), Linda; September 4, June Thompson, '50, and Dr. J. W. Dayton, Ohio 1953 Ghormley, K 2, 1946, Southern Dr. Dr, and Mrs, Donald Prenn (Patte Methodist University and Mrs. Claire J. Shellabarger Booth, '52), Ronald Scott; Sep Mr, and Mrs. George Rumberger (Marilyn Olsen, '49), Charles tember 10, Wausau, Wis. (Jeanne Barthelme), Lisabeth Birth Martin; March 15, 1953, Bay Ann; August 13, 1953 Shore, N.Y. Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Ghormley L.I., ALPHA ALPHA (June Thompson), Jana; May 29, ALPHA EPSILON 1953, Tex. BETA ETA Marriages Amarillo, Birth Marriages Barbara M. J. Wilson, '51, and Mr. and Mrs. James W. Tod ALPHA OMICRON Flight Lt. F. D. Broadbent, Sep Marjory Breedlove and Bill Rogers, (Martha Ann Frazier), James Marriage tember 1953, September 13 at Peoria 5, Winnipeg, William, Jr.; May 2, 1953, Manitoba Beverly Cummings and E. B. Topeka, Kan. Marjory Macklin and LeRoy Neff, Adams, August 1, 1953 Patricia Broad and Hubert Rooney, 2 X, September 6, at Peoria September 27, 1953, Sarnia, ALPHA ZETA Birth Births Ontario Marriages Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Culhane (Pa Mr. and Mrs, Jack K. Rimbey and Frank Elizabeth Sue and Lt. tricia a Marilyn Shipp Denton, Byrum, '51, O'Loughlin), daughter, (Shirlee J, Plack), Janet Louise; November On Nat March 1953 8, 1952, Toronto, Harris, III, 28, 1953, September 16, February 4, 1953, Peoria, 111, tario Garland, Tex. Mr. and Mrs. Buck Stamp, Susan Katherine and Dr. ALPHA RHO Births Davis, '46, Kay; September 17, 1953 Darrel Charles Clark, Atlas Club, Marriage Mr. and Mrs. Maybee (Joan March Tex. 26, 1953, Conroe, Edna and Weedon), a daughter Jo Wisenant, '46, BETA THETA Leonard L. Patricia Parkinson, '48, and Charles Lonas, Jr., June 1, Births Mr. and Mrs. Carrothers (Mary 1952 William Brelsford, Jr., May 22, Jane a son Mr, and Mrs. Lee Hamilton Weir), 1953, Bern, Switzerland (Jean Birth Tamplin), Mary Elizabeth; October 1953 ALPHA BETA Birth Mr. and Mrs. Leonard L. Lonas, 14, Birth Mr. and Mrs. William P. Johns Jr. (Edna Jo Wisenant, '46), Mr. and Mrs. M. Floyd Hobbs ton (Caroline Merritt, '50), Linda Jo; April 14, 1953, Alex (Nancy Duncan, '47), Stuart Mr, and Mrs, Hugh K, Porter Joseph; August 5, 1953, Corpus andria, Va. Floyd; September Palo (Jean George, '47), Steven 26, Alto, Christie, Tex. Calif. Hugh; July 29, 1953, Fargo, N.D, ALPHA TAU ALPHA IOTA Marriages BETA THETA Marriages ALPHA GAMMA Anna M. Thompson, '37, and Jan Birth Nancy D. Old, '51, and Hugo Mr. and Births Jodlowski, August 22, 1953, Mrs. George A. Bergna William Jones, Jr., ^ A G, Montreal, Canada (Alice Jeanne Kent), Louis Lt. and Mrs. Guy F. CardinaUi, October 2, 1953, Long Beach, Martin; August 28, 1953, San U.S.A. (Patricia De Walt), Calif. ALPHA UPSILON Jose Lawrence Guy; April 17, 1953, Mimi and Wm. R. Hawthorne, Nev. Blau, '53, Marriage BETA LAMBDA Eshelman, July 3, 1953, Los M. and Marriages Mr. and Mrs. James L. Moell Angeles, Calif. Phyllis Dahlgren, '53, Robert W. 2 * E and (Barbara Ann Horning, '50), Dages, Lois Large, '53, and George Dis Constance Klecker and Louis E. A A, August Philadel Mary Alice; March 6, 1953, 28, 1953, singer, 2 X, September 20, 1953, Strieker, K July 18, 1953, Pa. Winnemucca, Nev, 2,' phia, Chula Vista, Calif. West Los Angeles, Calif. Birth Rosemary Kachel and William H. ALPHA DELTA Marilyn Hopkirk and David E. Mr. and Mrs. John C. Skelly Hagan, A 2 , October 18, 1953, Koontz, July 25, 1953 Marriages (Gertrude Fetzer, '50), Steven Chula Vista, Calif. Anne and F. Clark; July 5, Hartsville, Jacqueline V, Marshall, '53, and Mary Alpine John 1953, Maren and Pa. Ryerson Philip Dr. Paul H. Rother, * B n, Rindge (Lt. USAFR), August Heubach, June 20, 1953, San September 5, 1953, Union, Mo. 15, 1953, West Los Angeles, Diego, Calif. Calif. ALPHA PHI Patricia and William Faerber, '54, Birth Virginia Janney and Durell E. Wil McCormick, n K A, December Patricia Grimwood and Donald C. liams, June 20, San Mr. and 1953, Diego, 29, 1953, Bowling Greene, Mo. Kraatz, K "P, September 6, Mrs. Robert H. Ward Calif. 1953, Brentwood, Calif. (Jean Thayer), Billy K.; May Patricia Hamlin, '52, and Lewis 11, 1953, Van Nuys, Calif. Births Cottey, 2 N, Booneville, Mo. Francisca Paquita Burket and Mr. and Mrs. Reid Harold B. Parker, September 7, J, Scott (Caro Marion '54, and Lee ALPHA CHI Roehrs, Camarillo lyn Gosnell), Lynn Loreen; April * P 1953, Adams, A, August 29, 1953, Marriages 13, 1953, Berkeley, Calif. Union, Mo. Births Mary Margaret Murphy, '53, and Mr. and Mrs. George MacMartin Ann and Mattingly, '52, Jack Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. English James Daniels, 2 n, September (Beverly Smith, '52), Robert Taylor, K A, Odessa, Mo. (Grace Ellen Jones), David 5, 1953, Madison, Wis. Patrick; June 25, 1953 Report From ^Winnipeg

Kappa chapter at the says ALPHAgoodbye this year to Lynn Russenholt, one of its most enthusiastic and outstanding members. In January Lynn will take up studies at Radcliffe, her objective an M.A. in Political Science. Last year Lynn graduated in .\ns from Manitoba, majoring in English and government. Al though Lynn participated actively in campus sports and social life, since high school days her pri mary interest has been in literary activities. She has been assistant editor of the University yearbook, the Brown and Gold, campus cor respondent for the Winnipeg Free Press, publicity director of the University of Manitoba Students' Union, as well as a news editor for the Canadian Cor Lynn Russenholt, Mamtuba Broadcasting poration. Further afield, Lynn won a "Mademoiselle" guest editorship and spent a summer in New York working on the magazine. In the sorority world, Lynn was vice-president of the chapter and also held the position of Panhellenic president. We were very proud to have Cora Joy Hughes elected lady stick of Science last year while Jane Wallace held the same position in Interior Design. We also had our share of queens. Jane Gladstone represented Arts in the Freshie Queen Contest while Barbara Pickard was chosen of the Power Prom, an annual event queen staged by Barbara Pickard, Queen of the Power Prom at University of the Faculty of Engineering. Manitoba

Songbirds From Wittenlber^

Dovyn Bowling Green "Way Gamma chapter at Bowl BETAing Green University con tinues to heap up honors on cam pus. At left is Mary Lou Bowman, who was an attendant of Miss Bee (iee. Nancy Gebhardt was attend- ,int to the May Queen; Nancy Hrowii was elected vice-president i)f the Student Senate while .\Ia\iiie Brown is a representative to the Senate. .\nne McVey was t hosen sweetheart of Sigma Phi Epsilon, Linda Lou Johnson is secretary of W.R.A. and Jo Giliot was Delta Tau Delta's sweetheart. Three last Mary Lou Bon man, Bouling Beta Gamma is also the proud of year's pledges of Alpha Nu (Wittenberg) got together Green to form a trio. Shown here as they serenaded rushees at the possessor of the improvement prefer ence dinner are, left to right, Ellie Bartoch, Lillian Fisher and in for plate scholarship 1952-53. Betty Herschelman. ii .:^\' ' v*l:' First Place "Winners In Michigan Staters

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WAS an "train ride" for enjoyable thirty Gamma Phis on 10 first sopranos dressed appropriately for the ride in green IT when we into the MSC May 3, pulled Auditorium station- dusters: some wearing light green, others medium green and the house to receive the first in the annual . place trophy Sorority Sing rest, dark green. All had picture hats to match . . hats just like contest with 16 other sororities competing for prizes. the ones in the old days with veils on top of the crowns and Meredith St. Clair's arrangement of that old popular song tied underneath the chin. "Atcheson, and the Santa Fe" was our Topeka winning ticket. We also won the trophy for having placed in the contest con The "Conductor and was engineer" Marsha Rynbrand. The secutively for the last three years. . . . We were a very pleased aboard the train 10 passengers were altos, lo second sopranos and group of "passengers."

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Norma Gilbertson, left, was chosen Queen of the Military Ball at North Dakota U. Laying aside her scepter, ihe pitched in with sister Gamma Phis to decorate this float (right) which took first place in the Homecoming celebration.

Mortar Board From Texas

Barbara Zeta at the Terrell, Alpha University of Texas, tops a long list of activities with her membership in Mortar Board. She is also a member of Orange Jackets, a Council member of Coed Assembly and has been listed consistently on the Dean's Honor RolL

33 Fraternities Clioose These

Karen Akers North Dakota State Dream Girl of Theta Chi

Joanne Marquart North Dakota State .Anne McVey Sweetheart of Sigma Chi Bowling Green Sweetheart of Sigma Phi Epsilon

Pal Burkhard Syracuse U. Dream Girl oj Pi Kappa Alpha

Beth Novak Miami U. Sweetheart of Sigma Chi

-ilfo-r 34 Gamma Phi Betas For Sweethearts

Janice Hamilton North Dakota State S.A.E. Dreamline Girl Queen of Little International

Suzanne Yowell Oklahoma City U. Sigma Phi Epsilon Queen

Kathy Dearing Miami University Sweetheart of Lambda Chi Alpha

Mary Groh Arizona State Sweetheart of Tau Kappa Epsilon

Camille Spuhler Kent State Kappa Sigma Nu Queen

Betty Williams Washington U. Sweetheart of Tau Kappa Epsilon

35 uGone''^ Members

lost track of the following Gam Sarajane Conway, B P Patricia Jonkus Depner, Mra, William H., A T May Noel Conway, Mrs. Troy, A 0 Dorothy Beckley DesGrange, Mrs. M., A ma Phi Beta members. If know We've you Jane Marshall Cook, Mrs. Albert T., S Maryetta Moore Detwiler, Mrs. E. H., A a the address of listed below, Doris Cook, ^ Margaret Irving DeWard, Mrs. Jack, A T anyone please Julia Cook, M Margaret Musgrave DeWees, Mrs. J. W., B O report it at once to Central Office, 53 Katherine Cook, 0 Doris DeYoung, N Sara Alice McDade L. Helen Chamberlain Mrs. A. A M West Room Cool, Mrs. A., Dick, E., Jackson Blvd., 1160, Chicago, Virginia E. Cook, K Jean Dickinson, A 0 Illinois. Your will be in Gertrude Cooke, A T Patricia Dickinson, A M help appreciated Johanna Cooke, K Patricia Deheck Dickson, Mra. Charles, B FT our effort to bring our files up to date. Charon Cook, A 0 Marion Dickson, A iJ Frances Carpenter Cookman, Mrs, Fred, N Florence Fleming Dietrich, Mrs. Lloyd G., A 0 Ethel Garth Carr, Mrs. Jack G., 0 Dorothy Cooper, T Dorothy Dinsmore, B B Frances Rock Carroll, Mrs. John, T Beatrice Cooper, A IT Frances Martin Disney, Mrs. S. E., A P Constance Keene Carse, Mrs. James, A N Barbara Corbett, A A Gail Schwann Dix, Mrs. William, 0 Susan Wilcox Carstaphen, Mrs. Charles, M Nelle Corbett, 12 Marjorie Galbraith Dixon, Mrs. Charles, A A Barbara Crane Carter, Mrs. John, � Sallie Burns Corey, Mrs. W. C, A Crystal Huntington Dixson, Mrs. Henry, N Ola Mae Carter, A P LaRiene Nash Corlis, Mrs. Lyman, 2 Jean Tilden Dobbin, Mrs. Robert, A 0 Kathleen Wantz Carter, Mrs. P. B., M Elizabeth Hagaman Corning, Mrs. C. P., K Patricia Dodd, B B Jane Anderson Carter, Mrs. Tenney, A 4> Gertrude Huppeler Corning, Mrs. George M., A B Elizabeth Dods, A A Mary Louise Barger Carter, Mrs. Verne, T Thelma Mahon Cornwall, Mrs. George, A A Cordelia Dodson, N Johanna Castiglia Caruso, Mrs. V. P., A P Mary Ellen Carter Cosper, Mrs. Harold, T Betty Jane Donaldson, A A Betty Case, T Lorraine Brennan Couch, Mrs. H. J., A A Jean Luckel Donnell, Mrs. John G., N Margaret Casey, P Elizabeth Dale Couglan, A A Martha Donnelly, A iJ Caroline Cashman, K Louise Barkley Covault, Mrs. C. Richard, T June Walker Doolittle, Mrs. Robert L., T Nancy Cassady, Q Lois Emry Cox, Mrs. Charles H., Jr., M Louise Dorr, A 0 Margaret Tobein Catherman, Mrs. W. W., A P Mary Louise Ditch Cox, Mrs. F. M., A H Jean Gardiner Dougherty, Mrs, John W,, E Elizabeth Caulkins, A Sophia Crowe Cox, Mrs. Ormand, A *!� Lillian Douglas, A X Doris Proctor Cavangh, Mrs. Patrick, A K Jean Butler Coyle, Mrs. Jay, T Marion Douglas, A 0 Jean Eaton Cayle, Mrs. John E., A ^ Kathryn Beaton Crable, Mrs. Charles, A N Wanda Douglas Douglas, Mrs. Robert E., A T A Z Elizabeth Cochrane Cazell, Mrs. G. F., Marcella Crabtree, A Betty Jean Bigelow Douglas, Mrs. Vernon C, X A 0 Margaret McBurnett Cecil, Mrs. Henry S., Jean Craig, H Sherry Douglass, A E A A Elizabeth Graves Chadwick, Mrs. George, Jr., Ethel Johnson Cram, Mrs. Howard, A B Jane Holtzlander Dougherty, Mrs. Charles J., A Z Ann A 4> Jessica Chalfant, Betty Bennett Cramer, Mrs. Jack, N Mary Warner Dowkins, Mrs, Kenneth, A M Florence L. A Z Chamberlin. Geraldine E, Crane, A Margaret Dowler, A K Z Mary Martha Chance, Jane H, Crane, A Sally Riley Dowler, Mrs, James, AK Roberta Winter Mrs. A *i> Chaney, Loren, Jane Ann Cravens, � Barbara Kavanaugh Downey, Mrs. Jack, A E June A X Betty Chapin, Elizabeth Creighton, A X Helen Doyle, N Eleanor O'Hara Chapin, Mrs. William, A T Margaret Turano Crepo, Mrs. Robert, A P Audrey Jones Drummond, Mrs, A. S., A A Sarah Tot ten Chapman, Mrs. E. A P M., Betty Lou Hallock Cresswell, Mrs. Charles, A Marcia Warner Duckworth, Mrs. James, A H Joan Charles, A A Nancy Cresswell, A Clare Doupe Dudley, Mrs. James E., A K Joyce M. Chase, B S Barbara Phillips Cribbins, Mrs. Frederick, 0 Patricia Duffy, M Marian H. Cheadle, ^ Mary Ward Cribbs, Mrs, Jerome H., A E Milbry Rogers Duggers, Mrs. Leonard, A 0 Bessie Cheeseman, A A Betty Crider, N Anne Lillian Duffin, A K Jocelyn Chenoweth, A A Jane Crider, X Frances Dickey Duke, Mrs. Lynn, A 0 Elizabeth Chidester, A N Ruth King Crira, Mrs, Howell D., A Anne Dunbar. B Betty Wilson Chipperfield, Mrs. L. S., AA Catherine Criasman, T Bonnie Jean Duncan, A Z Carol WiUiams Chorlton, Mrs. J. F., A Helen Anne Cromarty, A Q Catherine Dunegan, P Elizabeth Brown Christian, Mrs. George, A Z Cora Sisam Cromemeyer, Mrs, George T., 0 Allie Lu Phelps Dunlevy. Mrs. James H.. K Jeanette Edwards Christianson, Mrs. Charles, 0 Dorothy Louise Crooks, N Henningsen Durham, Mra. Charles W,, 0 Donna Christianson, A O Marjorie Eileen C. Cross, A K Maureen Meschke Duvall, Mrs. G. R., Z Edith Perry Christianson, Mrs. Neil, A H Margot Evans Crowell, Mrs. Max, A P Annabell Hutchinson Dyckman, Mrs. Ivan, T Phyllis Christy, Q Mary Jeanne Boys Crum, Mrs. Thomas E., E A A Huth Chryst, A N Sylvia Dyson, Eileen G. Crutchlow, A T Carol F. Eagle, B Gretchen Steffen Church, Mrs. Robert W., B A Lenore Brace Crutchfield, Mrs, Nelson, A A Elizabeth Eastman, M Eleanor Cira, B P Marian Oviatt Cuff, Mrs, Donald L., B Eleanor Eberle, P Elizabeth Clupham, H Sara Culbreth, A 0 Harriette Tyree Eckley, Mrs. Gerald B., i' Donnis Lueking Clark, Mrs. David H., A A Sine Culver, A K Ruth Winona Edelman, Z Doris V. Clark, A Z Rosalind Ebersbach Cummings, Mrs. Douglas W., B Jean Edwards, A Z Dorothy Ann Clark, Z Bonney Alice West Cummings, Mrs. Mel, X Trowbridge Edwards, Mrs. Leslie, P Jean Clark, T Carolyn Dorolhy Lee Bird Cunningham, Mrs, Early, A A Rita Mae Edwards, Z Mary L�!e Dowd Clark, Mrs. Lawrence B., A Rosemary Coulthard Cunningham, Mrs, John R., A A Dorothea Irion Edwards, Mrs, T. A., A * Murii'l Burgess Clark, Mrs. Leroy A., A I Alison A M Barbara Eisinger, Mrs. Carl, i Patricia Clark, T Cunningham, Kulp Martha Stouhour Mrs, Daniel R., A T Mrs. A Z Doris liooke Clarke, Mrs. Dean L., 12 Curran, Mary Elaine Louery Elder, Tom, Martha Thach Currey, Mrs. M. Duncan, A 0 Mrs. D. Maxwell, A Mary E. Clarke, A H Jean Ridges Ellett, Barbara Miller Curlis, Mrs. A., A Muse Mrs. J. A Z Rosemary Perkins Clarke, Mrs. J. L., P Ralph Aletta Elliott, S., Catherine Calvert Mrs. William, A Mrs. A P Elizabeth Wood Clark. Mrs. Philip, A A Dafoe, Katheryne McClcary Elliot. John, Miriam Babcock Dahl, Mrs. Arthur, a B K Mary Payne Claxton, A 0 Barbara Elliott. Mrs. John, IT Mrs, A Grace Shiffer Clayton. Mrs. Keith H.. B T Marilyn Duffack Dale, Jean Houlahan Elliott, Eugene C, Ruth Dallas, Mrs, A T A A Sara Let- Chiyton, Mrs. Mack. A K Megow George, Nancy June Elliott, Mrs. IT Mrs. R. A A Virgin!;! Whitney Cleanes, Mrs. Irwin D., A Joyce Liebendorjer Dalton, Lyman, Susanne Pendleton Elliott, W.. Aultz Mrs. C. C. IT P Meryle Shields Clee. Mrs. Hugh, A A Georgiana Daly, Nancy Bishop Ellrodt, Mrs. Alfred M., Ellen Collins Mrs, Alfred G., A E A H Ruth Coordes Clellcn. Mrs. Raymond, II Mary Damron, Belty Lou King Elman, Mrs, John, K Mrs. H Jean Clements, 0 Jean Danaher, Geraldine Spaulding Emmanuels, Mason, Patricia A P Rettv Baldwin Click, Mrs. Wesley. A * Daniel, Lalage Emley, A I Jeanne Howie Dare, Mrs. A A Dair Durham Clifton, Mrs, Carl, A P James, Billie Empson, A Dawn Voelzow Mrs. Robert M., B P Flizabeth Kirby'Smith Clough, Mrs. David, Z Daugherty, Harriet England, A H Charlotte Mantz Mrs. Thomas A., A M' A Helen Mannel Clute, Mrs. Ray, K Daugherty, Peggy Calvert England, Mrs. Negley, Theresa A P A Edith Gunn Cobb, Mrs. Charles. T Davenport, Joy Davis Ennis, Mrs. Richard, Lomen Mrs. W. L., A Doris Raaflaub Cochran. Mrs. Nelson B., A Rosemary David, Carol Erdman, IT Elizabeth Duane Mrs. Howard R., M P I.a Verne W right Coen, Mrs. Wilburn, Z Mary Davidson, Elna Erickson, A Patricia Rivett Mrs. z. A Z Chrisliie Crisp Coffey. Mrs. W. A., A P Davidson, Roger, Juanita Birge Esterak, Mrs. Leroy. Hadwin Davidson, Mrs. William E., A T Mrs. C. H Juan iSelson Coffin, Mrs. R. E., M Marjorie Marilyn Price Evans, William, Marie Donat Mrs. John, A H A O Marjory Coffman, B A Davies, Rulh Kirk Evans, Mrs. George. Winnifred Mrs. Robert A., A K Mrs. Dorothy Marie Cogan, Z Mclntyre Davies, Rachel Wiegman Evans, H., Omega Hauk Mrs. N Mrs. R. A 0 Mary Don Colgren, 0 Barbara Davis, Allan, Mary Kathryn Ellis Evans, S., Mrs. Donald A ^ Mrs. A P Brooks Ann Cole, A A Edythe Cox Davis, M., Lillian Guisti Evansen, Martin, Frances Lee A A Mrs. AK Josephine Cole, Z Davis, Mary Milner Everett, William. Norma Corson Mrs. Z T Jovce M. Cole, A Z Davis, Lane, Marjorie Ewen, A Stewart Mrs. Owen, A I Mrs. Robert A I Ardelle Coleman, A N Dorothy Davis, Florence McBurney Ewing, C. A Esther Coleman, A Patricia E. Davis, A P Esther Ager Fabris, Mrs. E. A., A N Mrs, H, A Z Jean Taber Coleman. Mrs. Stanton L., X Sally Houghton Davis, Mrs. Rayraond, Ruth LaRue Fairfax. L., A fi Marv Lavin Collentine, Mrs. John. P Cleo Lane Davison, Mrs. William, A z. Martha Georgena Falls, A Mrs, A Z Barbara Jenkins Col ler, Mrs. Robert R., B i Wilhemina Morrison Day, Mrs. Robert W., Lois Jones Farley, Richard, Z ^ Jane Brewster CoUette, Mrs. Theodore, N Jean Fraser Dean, Mrs. Daniel E., Nan K. Farmer, TT Marilvn Loomis Collier. Mrs. Richard. A Z Mary Decker, N Frances Farnsworth. Crabtree Mrs. Richard, A Ruth Patterson Farrand, Mrs. Harry, A N Mary E. Collins. A P Inez Decou, Glenn Mrs. Erwin G., A T Knowlton Farrell, A H Patricia Collins, A Ruth Degling, Dorothy Mrs. P Simmons Mrs. C. C. A 4� Eugenie DeGrandpre, A Dorothy Swift Farrer, Douglas J.. Dorothy Compton. A Maria Hurst Mrs. 0 Young Faulconer, Mrs. Je��t. A Marion Cooley Condon. Mrs. John. .\ Delaney. Charles. Mary Virginia Barbara Mrs. C. L., 0 Nancy Arbogast Faust, Mrs. Robert, A H Margaret Fitch Condra. Mrs. Curtis G., B Beatty Dellinger, Finch Mrs. William. P Belly Ogg Favour, Mrs. John, A E Betty Ann Condron, A T Margaret DeLong, Mrs. R. J., Z Catherine Wilson Felton, Mri. Robert, S Piilriria Conley, ^ .\venell Bushmeyer Denney, A M Geraldine Fergus, E .\nne Turner Connell, Mr*. C. B., A Jean Densmore, Mrs. Darr. 0 Marian Randolph Ferguson. Mr�. Gerald. V Mary Ann Conoid, B X Jane Reynolds Depeur. 36 Albuquerque Austin recently moved here from Kansas City and Mrs. Joe Stryker (Pat Allen, Kansas). We have also had Our alumnas chapter in Albuquerque undertook Austin alumnae began their fall activities with a one member move away. Cheri Montgomery Doty its first money raising project last summer when we Christmas card at the home of Mrs. Clarence party moved to Selfridge, Mich., to join her husband, a benefit bridge party. Mrs. J. D. Kailer (Pa card chairman. The sale of gave Saegert, cards, wrappings, Lieut. Don Doty, who is in the air force there. tricia Missouri) and Mrs. James L. and other will enable the alumnae to be Stangebye, gifts group Puilla Hodges, Director of Province V South for Caughren (Eleanor Pickett, Illinois) were in represented at the next convention. the last three years, is membership chairman of our charge. We were pleased to make a small profit Bridge parties were held the summer throughout alumnae group, Faye Deupree, Oklahoma City, is and we to a similar party on a at the homes of Mrs. Pete Mrs. W. plan give larger Hord, John our new Province Direction. scale next spring. Dailey, and Miss Lora Lee Pederson. Mrs. Ben New alumnas in our community may call Mrs. In July we had a picnic with our husbands in Cabell was welcomed home from (Virgie Olle) Ja Dick Hunter, president, at 6128 for information con the Sandia mountains. It was a farewell party for pan at the Her Lt. Ca August meeting. husband, cerning our activities and meeting time. Pickett and Mrs. was Mrs. Lyman (Amy Tillotson) bell, stationed at Camp Gaugen, 350 miles north Patricia Hunter James L. Caughren, mother and daughter Gamma of Tokyo. They are now making their home in San Phi Betas from Omicron who have been with our Antonio while he is stationed at Brooks General. group since our first informal organization. They Austin alumnae are so happy that Iris Patterson Billings have both gone to Farmington, N.M. We greatly Wright's is at last home from a husband, Bill, In May the Billings alumnae chapter entertained regret that we have lost several other members. Two two year stay in a prisoner of war camp in Korea. with a children's style show and bridge party at the Sigma girls have gone back to Kansas, Mrs. W. G. His B29 was shot down in August 1951. They will home of Mrs. Philip Goan as a benefit for the Boulder Graber) to Concordia and Mrs. W. L. make their home in Austin while he is enrolled at Sharp (Peggy Training School for retarded children. Attwood (Joyce Nickell) to Smith Center. Mrs. Dud the university. In the summer the alumnae chapter had charge of DeGroot will go to Germany, and A dinner the seniors was ley (Stanford) honoring graduating the tea table for the bi-annual Panhellenic tea honor Mrs. L. C. (Betty Eliot, Arizona) given in May at the Hitchin' Post. Miss Langdon, Jr. Cathryne ing Billings girls entering college last fall and their will live in Phoenix, Ariz., while her husband is Melton of San Antonio on the spoke responsibilities mothers. Mrs. Franklin Tinsley (Glenda Breford, overseas. and pleasures of alumnae life. Colorado College) and Mrs. W. P. Brown (Verniece We are fortunate in having four new members The annual progressive dinner was held on Ewart, Colorado State) decorated the table using in town. They are Nora Borthick (Vanderbilt), Mrs. Valentine Day with the cocktail course at the home fall colors with coral predominating in the cloth Kenneth Carter (Shirley Ryan, Colorado College), of Mrs. Clarence the main course at the Saegert, and centerpiece. Mrs. Robert Crab College), and Mrs. Carl home of Dr. Marie and the dessert at Mrs. (Colorado Tisdale, Mrs. Charles R, Peteler (Dorothy Clark, Cali Gillespie (Patricia McCalmont, Texas). We hope Cecil Heard's. About thirty five attended. fornia), left September 21 with her husband for a others will join us. We meet on the second Tuesday Mrs. Hudson Schlueter (Betty Stecker) is the two year assignment in Cairo, , as an arid of the month. New alumnae in Albuquerque may call new president of the Austin District Music Teach agricultural specialist for the (jovernment of Egypt Mrs. W. J. Schindler, 2928 Hyder Avenue, S.E., ers Federation. She is also president of the Cor under the point-four program. Dorothy's shopping telephone 5-7664. She is our chapter president. poration Board of Alpha Zeta. spree included a two years purchase of cosmetics, Mary Brindley Ferguson Mrs. Millard Ruud's home was featured in the plus all other essentials needed for that period. Sunday Austin American Statesman recently. Their Our fall meeting opened with the addition of two Birtk: house was built for their two young sons in mind new members: Mrs. Phillip Goan (Ruth Joan with a maximum amount of living space and a To Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Hayman (Lavon Brown, Potter Minnesota '49), and Mrs. Ernest R. J. Wald minimum of maintenance. It is built in the foothills a daughter, Andrea Denise, June 29, 1953. burger (Joan Patrick, Arizona). The entire group Kansas), of Mount Bonnell at 3416 Foothills Terrace. Mrs. missed Dorothy Volkamer Hellander's enthusiastic Ruud has given much legal aid to the group in presence. Dorothy moved to Livingston, Montana. Zeta's charter. Atlanta changing Alpha Mrs. R. B. Stratton Austin alumns are very proud that the name of The Atlanta alumna began what promises to be Miss Beth Ann Miller was on Alpha Zeta's pledge list this She is Birmingham, Alabama a busy and enjoyable season with a delightful buf year. the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. fet at the home of Lola Downs. The Greek- S. Miller. Her mother was the former Grace supper Harry September 12 saw activities resumed for the letter members in the area met with us and we Sanderson (Alpha Zeta '30). Birmingham alumnae chapter. The meeting was held with Mrs. E. Patterson welcomed this opportunity to get acquainted James in the Greek-letter chapter suite at Birmingham- them and hear about their chapters. Southern College. Eleven alumnae were present. elected new officers at a recent They Marriage: We meeting. Luncheon meetings are scheduled for the rest Marie Crutchfield Zeta to are Lola Johnson Downs, president; Shirley Rights Margaret (Alpha '50) of the year. There will be three hostesses at each Eleanor Delbert in in Teigen, vice-president; Apple Kennedy, Lipps June, Austin. meeting, the meetings to be held at the homes of treasurer; Jean Brooks Glass, recording and cor different alumnas. Barbara Woolman Preston, Births: responding secretary; Mary Virginia Stallworth has taken over the reins and Hon To Mr. and Mrs. Vine III membership chairman; Edith Noel Bley Harry (Jessie Louise of the alumns chapter for Jean deYampert. Mary ora Wimer, campship chairman; Eleanor Kennedy Sneed '42), a daughter, Nancy Louise, March 28, Virginia has always been known for her hard work and Delores Ekren Panhellenic 1953. I^ily, Representa in the chapter, and we know this year wili prove to chairman. To Mr. and Mrs. Riddell (Marjorie tives; Shirley Rights Teigen, magazine Wayne be no exception. Jean is leaving in October to go to was discover that AZ a It good to Shirley Teigen's Kitchens, '49), son, Larry Wayne, May 20, Africa to be a Methodist missionary. All of her was so successful that we 1953. magazine selling campaign friends wish her well and look forward to hearing could contribute $27.80 to the Endowment Fund To Mr. and Mrs. Ryland Rudy (Pat Crook, AZ from her. from a total sales of This was an in a son, June 19, 1953. $103.50. '51), Kay Klassen, our ballerina, has been chosen as one crease of over last sales. To Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Welborn (Evelyn $45.80 year's of the select few to participate in the newly formed The project closest to us, of course, is continuing Willman, AZ '51), a daughter, Frances Ann, Sep Birmingham Civic Ballet. the of our little Eva May Wages, tember 1953. support protege, 6, The alumnae group welcomed recent graduates This we also To Dr. and Mrs. Tom Elder Elaine Low- at the Felton Williams Home. year (Mary Kitty Jacobs, Joyce Self and Sally Wood into the sent two hundred of socks to Gamma Phi rey, AZ an August pairs '46), adopted daughter Joanne, group at our September meeting. Beta summer at Denver and Vancouver. 31, 1953. campers Nan Davis DeWald has joined her army husband. and We count this as a very successful year, Bob, who is stationed in Tacoma. our is that two members, Becky Bullock only regret Bartlesville This year the alumns aided the Greek-letter chap and have moved away, Becky to Janet Noel, ter with rushing. Dorothea Beard was in charge of and Janet to Mt. Sinai, Long BartlesviUe alumnae enjoyed a busy summer rush Bronxville, N.Y., recommendations for the girls, and as they do every Island. we invite any Gamma Phi Beta season. In a kid party was held for all However, ing July year, Mrs. Joe Terry and Mrs. Terence Mackin newcomers to call Barbara Preston at AT 4060 and rushees at the home of Mrs. Gerald McGrew. Later opened up their beautiful homes for rushing parties. that month Tulsa and Bartlesville enter join our group. chapters our This year group hopes to work more closely with Marjorie Lee tained with a luncheon for the girls of the two the Alpha Rho chapter in plans and projects. cities. successful in that the Rushing proved very Elise Berthon Birth: four girls going to Oklahoma University from Bar To Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Peeler (Francis Stiles, tlesville all pledged Gamma Phi Beta. Marriage: a Gail Two new members our in the fall. O'Donnel Lake Forest '43) daughter, Elizabeth, June joined group Jeanne to Henry H. Norton, June 20 at 2, 1953. M:rs. Harry Fair (Jane Swift, Oklahoma) having Madison, Wis. 37 38 THE CRESCENT

Birmingham, Michigan Norman Peterson, 2-2226, Canton, for information re Anne Potter (Northwestern) vacationed with some garding meetings. Epsilon classmates in the Gaspe Region of Canada. At our June meeting, as is customary, we enter Laura Parker Schofer Phyllis Evans Moore, and family moved to Bour- tained the Greek-letter girls living in this area at bormais, Illinois. She is teaching commerce and social the beautiful country estate of Mr. and Mrs. Albert studies in the Bradley High School. Clark. Clara Hagerman Clark was initiated at North Cedar Rapids We were very proud last April when one of our western but transferred to Michigan. A rare June The Cedar Rapids alumns have a busy summer members, Edith Wells Simonds, had an article day, delicious refreshments, a delightful and setting, and fall. We entertained our husbands at our yearly published in the Better Homes and Gardens Maga a turnout made this a good truly successful meeting. � picnic at Jane and Adam Kreuter's. They have a zine. The article was entitled, "Babies We Want The summer months found us widely scattered to charming country home and we all had a wonderful Five." The magazine also carried a picture of Bob camps, mountains, seashores, and taking trips to vari time. We are always pleased to see that our hus and "Edie" with their two boys. Tommy and Bill. ous places, but following the Labor week-end, Day bands enjoy each other as much as we do. Any alumns new in the community may call June we rallied our forces for that annual the highlight, We gave a campship to a local girl chosen by the Laz, phone 7-8558, for information about chapter fashion tea, held this year on 12, at the September local Camp Fire Girl office as an outstanding camper. meetings. House in Concerted effort Community Birmingham. We had a beautiful brunch at a hotel for our Delores Davidson Goodell brought out more than three hundred women. Several summer rushing party. We were so happy to have of our own action as drew group, models, rapt chosen an air-conditioned room for the party because Marriages: attention, exclamations, and applause. that day the mercury stood at 100 degrees. Sally Davison, (Illinois '53) to Sidney Stutz, When the show was over, efficient committees were In September several of us went to Iowa City June, 1953, at Urbana. ready to serve delectable open-faced sandwiches, to with one of Rho chapter's parties during Maizie Angier (Illinois '50) to Richard L. Patter cakes, cookies, nuts, tea and coffee from a beauti rushing. There were so many girls going through son, October 5, 1952. fully appointed table, centered with an appropriate rushing that the Greek-letter chapter was almost Dorothy McKinley (Illinois '51) to Delford Can and unusual centerpiece. swamped. They came out on top, however, pledging trell, July 26, 1953. Money raised from this yearly project goes to the 28 girls. We have been more interested in rushing Joanne Herschbach (Illinois '53) to Carl Dilsaver international camp fund and to assist the Michigan than usual this year because we have the state (Sigma Chi), June 27, 1953. chapters with some of their special needs. membership chairman in our group. She is Jo Brisbin Jean Gwinn (Illinois '50) to Rudolph Moz, Mary Helen Holmes who really worked hard at her job. August, 1953. This summer, too, Cedar Rapids had the Iowa Marcella Jacobs (Illinois '51) to Charles Cotton, Buffalo State golf tournament for women and we watched June 28, 1953 at Chenoa. two Gamma Phi Betas play for the championship. Sidney Sue Hill (Illinois '52) to Dudley Moran Last year, we felt that the Buffalo alumnae efforts At our September meeting we entertained Mrs. Kuykendall, September 26, 1953 at Eldorado. to sew for the Chronic Disease Research Institute of Gwenn Riggs of Des Moines, our Province Alumns the of Buffalo were successful. This University year, Secretary. We always look forward to Gwen's visit. Births: we believe we can also be of some help to an orphan We are losing one of our most loyal alumns, To Mr. and Mrs. Norman Paterson (Mary age in Buffalo, and have begun to make hobby horses Betty Putnam, to Des Moines. We're hoping she will Catherine Carlson), a daughter, Beth Anne, Sep for distribution at Christmas time. come back to see us very often. tember 15, 1953. The following officers began their term of office in New Gamma Phi Betas in Cedar Rapids are in To Mr. and Mrs. Lee Mehlig III (Maribelle Cies), April: president, Margaret Peck Delpriore; vice- vited to call Sylvia Trewin 2-3969. a daughter, Margueritte. president, Ann Fraser Frantz; recording secretary, Mary Olmsted Distelhorst To Mr. and Mrs. Roy V. VanBuskirk (Marilyn Shirley Slattery; corresponding secretary, Shirly Goodell), a daughter, Julie Jean, August 2, 1953. Beebe Terwilliger; treasurer, Madelyn Diedricli Births: To Mr. and Mrs. Charles Facer (Jane Fouts), a Smith; membership chairman, Edna Lofstedt Brady. To Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Moody (Alice Pitz, son, Eric Fouts, July 28, 1953. We are happy to report that Mary Edson is at Iowa), a son, Mark James, March 22, 1953. To Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Schulte (Diane Dapree), her home, 520 Norwood Ave., Buffalo 13, and regain To Mr. and Mrs. I^ouis S. Shuler (Betty Zimmer a son, Richard Allen, May, 1953. ing her strength after a serious illness in the spring. man, Wisconsin), a son, Louis, Jr., July 20, 1953. To Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Hindman, Jr. (Ruth Mary is one of the oldest members of our sorority To Mr. and Mrs. Alan Williams (Florence Rohr- Henrich) a daughter, Carol Ann, April 14, 1953. from Alpha chapter and through the years has bacher, Iowa), twins, Barbara Ann and Steven Max, To Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Kammlade (Helen never failed to indicate her friendship, loyalty and August 27, 1953. Sieferman), a daughter, Nancy Louise, May 31, support of Gamma Phi Beta. Blanche Hitchcock 1953. Robinson, also, deserves the admiration of us all for To Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Price (Nancy Alexan slie has been confined for several months with a hip Champaign-Urbana der), a son, W^illiam Alexander, September, 1953. injury and continues to radiate her usual charm and The Champaign-Urbana alumns chapter started off friendliness. Their courage is an inspiration to all the year with many new faces in its circle. Some of who know them. Northwest Suburbar our new members are recent graduates of Illinois. Chicago Gamma Phi Beta in the Buffalo area meet the year Among them are: Kathy Clark Allen, '52, Dorothy The Chicago Northwest Suburban alumns rounded 'round. Several of our members live in suburban McKinley Cantrell, '51, JoAnn Herschbach out their in fine The communities and their homes for Dilsaver, year style. February meeting graciously open and '53, Sally Davison Stutz, '53. Mrs. H. A. was held at the home of Marilyn Otto Goll. A new picnic-supper meetings for as many months as the Hindman, Jr. (Ruth Henrich), Boston University, is slate of officers was elected: Beverly McLeod Van weather the we meet in permits. Through winter, also one our of new members. Dr. Hindman is a Der Vort, president; Jeanette Nelson Rohwedder, town either in member's homes or club rooms of surgeon with the Christie Clinic. Moving here from vice-president; Mardel Jerrick Harpham, recording the hotels. New alumns arriving in the Buffalo area Texas is Mrs. Don T. Morris (Iowa) whose hus secretary; Marion Brailsford Highland, corresponding may call Mrs. Peter J. Delpriore, 287 Hempstead band is the psychiatrist for the of Illinois and treas Ave. Phone Un 6724. University secretary ; Shirley Johnson Christopher, Apartment 2; Health Service. Dr. .Morris is an Illini and received urer. After successful meetings in April, Three members have moved away: Mrs. Norman March, his M.D. degree from Yale. We are going to miss one and May at the homes of Shirley Johnson Chris Kearney (Dorothy Peters) to St. Louis; Mrs. Paul of our most enthusiastic members. Mrs. George topher, Wilma Bartle and Patti Kalmes Getzman to Cincinnati; and Jean Kilbury to Brad Berg Dorsey Stoddard, who is now living at 171 Woodland Drive, respectively, we closed our year with a summer ford, Pennsylvania. We have some newcomers, too: Princeton, New Jersey. Before Mrs. Stoddard left picnic at the home of Ruth Peterson. This Mrs. James T. Brady (Edna Lofstedt), Sliirley Johnson town, the alumns had a party for her in the home has become *a event whicii all of our Mrs. E. Smith yearly members Slattery, Joseph (Madelyn Diedrich) of Doris Worden. The group also asked all Greek- and their husbands enjoy. the summer we and Mrs. Leslie Whearty (Helen Frances Robinson). During letter girls who were on as well as the town a at Hellen Groner Zimdahl campus enjoyed golf party Old Orchard Country Club, and new girls pledges. The alumns at that time and a luncheon for departing Anne Hinrichs Robin Birtlis: presented Mrs. Stoddard with a beautiful brooch in son who moved to Rochester, New York. We miss To Mr. and Mrs. Peter J. Delpriore (Margaret appreciation of her loyal service to the chapter. We Jean Morton Revell who moved to Washington, D. are to hear that Mrs. Stoddard has Peck, Syracuse '40), a son, Peter, June 23, 1951. glad again taken C. At the September meeting at the home of Mardel the of International To Mr. and Mrs. Leroy F. (Dorothy Ellis, Penn job Scholarship Chairman. Jerrick Harpham we welcomed three new members: The with Fran Dotson and Nina State College '42) a son, Peter Richard, March 17, chapter, Gresham Mrs. S. O. Johnson (Mary See, North Dakota 1953. advising, took a real interest in rushing last spring. State), Mrs. Lee Blaylock (Peg Merriam, Illinois), To Mr. and Mrs. Edward F. Keene (Woodra We pledged our full quota, as set by the University, and Mrs. John Carlson (Jane Hibbert, North of 12. We were the on Bovd, Syracuse '51), a son, Douglas Woodruff, May only sorority campus to take western). All newcomers to the area please call the our full of five town 1, 'l953. quota girls. The Greek-letter undersigned at Talcott 3-1267. To Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. Swift (Marilyn chapter has a grand pledge class this year, and the Jeanette Nelson Rohwedder alumns them at a in Smith, Syracuse '42), a daughter, Nancy Elizabetli, enjoyed meeting picnic October at the new Illini Births: March 12, 1952. Grove picnic grounds. Last summer Sally Witherspoon Dickey was here To Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hemphill (Jean Bartle, with her husband and Canton-Massillon two sons. Mr. Dickey was Illinois '39), a son, Steven Roger, July 2, 1953. doing a University audit. They recently moved to To Mr. and Mrs. John Carlson (Jane Hibbert, The Canton-.Massillon has accomplished a DesPlaines. cliapter Jan Clark, '49, spent the summer here Northwestern '49), a third daughter, Jane, June 5, lot this past year. A committee headed by Pat Coyne working on her master's degree. Jan is teaching this 1953. Red Pat has turned out material for the Cross. year in Park Ridge. I'utiiian has been in touch with the Ohio State chap We were glad to hear that Marietta Swartz, ter and hemmed for the house at Cleveland napkins chapter daughter of Audley Nicholls Swartz, was pledged Columbus. to the of Gamma Bradley chapter Phi Beta. Another As our year draws to a close we point with satis Ruth Helen Sun and Audrey Hoelzel aided at Kelly, Champaign-Urbana girl pledging Beta Eta was faction and a great deal of pride to our accomplish the formed Canton Panhellenic group to enter- Grubb. newly Shirley ments and to our profitable activities. The enjoyment t;iiii the High .*^chot>l graduates of Stark County in Marie Hostetter our (Denver), corresponding sec we received in working together on our projects, most of the .\llKUSI. retary spent summer in California intermingled with our social meetings, has bound us New and interested members may call Mrs. the attending Library convention and sightseeing. together to form a strong organization. THE CRESCENT 39

Our choice of officers proved to be an excellent Colorado Springs To Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hunt (Nancy Brown, our were and well one, programs interesting, planned, California '48), a daughter, Anne Elizabeth, May 16, Since the of our time and our meetings were well attended. greater portion this past 1953. was Charlotte our invited the en year spent on our benefit fashion show, which Brownfield, president, To Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Johnston (Bobbie Sue tire Cleveland to her home in for is featured in this issue of The our group September Crescent, chap Kansas a May ter McCluggage, '45), son, James Tyler, and the turnout was Our letter is necessarily short. we did find luncheon, large gratifying. However, 16, 1953. Laura us off time to make twenty sun suits for our and have Province Secretary, Schofer, helped get camps To Lt. and Mrs. Pierre Pellissier (Joan Jacobus, to a start at the October Guest of enjoyed delightful covered dish at our meet good meeting. suppers California '52), twins, Timothy James and Melinda, in ings. We assisted the Colorado at honor at Founders Day dinner the home of College chapter September 25, 1953. Dorothea Gilbert Pierce was Olive Moorehead Beck initiation in March and at the dinner following. To Mr. and Mrs. Douglas V. Kelly (Martha Jean with of who had celebrated her Seven of our members attended the Province con Alpha chapter just Pogue, California '45), a son, Bradford, June, 1953. ference in Fort eightieth birthday. Mrs. Beckwith gave us a very Collins and two of them were in entertaining evening reviewing the early history of charge of round tables. Gamma Phi Beta and Alpha chapter, Alice Dibble Lucv M. Lennox Corvallis Ramsey, who had been placed on the International Our first fall meeting was a very successful pot Service Roll, was presented with a gift of silver. Columbia luck dinner followed by a business meeting at the Alice is our delegate to Cleveland Panhellenic Coun home of Sue We received a letter from Alumnse Betty Joiner. cil and has served as president the year, an weekend Joyce Meyers was presented the past Alice Lehman of the Oregon State chapter thanking honor that can come to us only once in thirty-one Jennie Emerson Miller scholarship award which is us for to finance her to Van an annual helping transportation years as Cleveland is the only city in the United presentation. couver. She acted as a counselor at our summer camp States with all thirty-one sororities represented in Our summer rushing party was held at the home of there. We are looking forward to having her speak its Panhellenic council. Alice's mother, Mary Dibble, Mrs. Helen D. Williams. A treasure hunt was the at one of our meetings and tell of her experiences was one of our most beloved and faithful members, theme of the party. There was good food, too! as she had a wonderful time with the The there, working and Alice's sister, Jane Dibble Frasure, who now Garden Club of Columbia sponsored a table girls. lives in Delaware, Ohio, where her husband is the setting contest. Mary Kay Kabler representing the Our officers for the year include: Jo Price, presi football coach at Ohio Wesleyan, was also an active alumnse won second prize for the best buffet supper dent; Mary Day, vice-president; Patricia Haag, member of our chapter. table. The Gamma Phi Beta Mothers Club won first recording secretary; Gladys Hostetter, corresponding The Christmas party was held in the beautifully prize on formal dinner arrangement tables. We are secretary ; Helen Gill, treasurer ; Mary Holthouse, decorated home of Frances Thompson maga very happy to have an active Gamma Phi Beta Schmidt, alumnae advisor; May Du Bois, scholarship chairman; zine chairman, and was a huge success. Mothers Club in Columbia. Betty Sue Joiner and Phyllis Brands, Rushing ad In Ann Petersen us an Our are held the first of the January, Rittinger gave meetings Monday visors. interesting account of her trip abroad at the meeting month, and all Gamma Phi Betas are invited to at This year each member of the alumnse group will held at the home of Betsy Loesel Dunn. Yvonne Hor tend. Newcomers to Columbia may call Mary Kay act as "big sister" to one of the new pledges of the ton Kolsan, another one of our local members to Kabler #3986. Greek-letter chapter. We hope to become better ac whom we point with pride, gave us an informative Opal Hinshaw Fewell quainted with the girls in this way and to help them talk on "Household Equipment" at our February as much as possible during the year. We do hope this meeting held in the beautiful home of Florence Marriages: project will prove successful as it is the first time it Welles Herter along the shores of Lake Erie in Shirley Spragg (Missouri) to Alvin Eugene has been undertaken by our group. Any new mem Rocky River. Yvonne is on the staff of the "Cleve Moore (Oklahoma A & M) April 4, at Columbia. bers in Corvallis may call Jo Price at 3-6242. land Plain Dealer." Marian Reid (Missouri '53) to George Bilyea, Phi Janet Paxson We have a variety of philanthropic projects. One Delta Theta, August 8, at Columbia. little girl was made happy because we paid all of Births: her expenses for two weeks at Camp Cheerful, for Dallas Mr. crippled children. The response of members through To and Mrs. Lee Roy Storm (Sheila Spragg, The Dallas alumnae chapter is looking forward to a out the city on the Gamma Phi Beta "Give-a-Christ- Missouri), a daughter, Starla Nancy, born August 8, very interesting year under the capable leadership mas" under the direction of Holmes 1953. project, Augusta of the officers: Ruth To following Patterson, president; Thomas, was most gratifying. A worthy underprivi Mr. and Mrs. Jack Pettit (Neila Barrett, Mis Mrs. George Edwards and Mrs. Edward Vint, vice- family received from us seventy-five pounds of souri), a daughter, Pamela Sue, born April 15, 1953. leged presidents; Miss Virginia Shane and Mrs. Betty canned and packaged food, plus a large , many Webb, secretaries; Mrs. James Cumley, treasurer a assortment of and a cash do toys, large clothing, and Mrs. C. C. Smith, historian. nation of $67.83. A decorated Christmas tree was Contra Costa County It has been some time since we have had a letter also added by a group of first grade children whose The Contra Costa County alumnse held their first and we would like to give a brief resume of the teacher is Shirley Wehr Bales. meeting of the fall season on September 29, 1953, at spring activities which included the mothers club tea, Since Christmas we have been busy making scrap the home of Perkins. There were nineteen which was a lovely affair and gave us all the oppor books to be used in the children's ward at Uni Virginia members present. Plans were completed for an Oc tunity of visiting with the mothers whom we do not versity Hospitals. Helen Kelly Crawford who is busy tober bridge party as a combination money-making often get to see. We also had the conference in as a Brownie leader, has her troup helping us. and social event. With the proceeds from this func Dallas and this was enjoyed by those who were in We addressed and stuffed envelopes by the hundreds tion, we hope to be able to make some financial con attendance. Our breakfast honoring the seniors, which for the Society of Crippled Children. We added a tribution to the Mt. Diablo Therapy Center. The takes place the first Sunday in May each year, was donation to the amount given by International for Center is our new philanthropy project, and each the scene of much gaiety as the various Gamma Phi new furniture for Beta Zeta. The new, ener young, Betas an as week, one Gamma Phi from our group donates a took olive they were passed indicating alumnae members from Beta Zeta a benefit getic gave their morning of work at the Center, which is now raising engagements. bridge party to repay the treasury for the donation. funds to finance construction of a new building to We sponsored a card party in June which was a Among other successful money-making projects was house its facilities. social as well as an economic success. This party was a. rummage sale, a profitable membership with the Last February, we cooperated with the Berkeley managed creditably by some of the newer girls in Nearly New Shop, and the sale of fifty boxes of alumnce in tlieir annual sale. Our share of the group and they should take a bow. candy by Mary Delavan Lewis. rummage the proceeds amounted to $150. Through the summer most of the activity centered Marian McGinn was an exchange teacher in Scot On April 18, 1953, we held a potluck supper for on preparations for rush week at Southern Methodist land last year and we hope to have some interesting husbands and wives, at the lovely home of Mrs. University and the obtaining of recommendations. news from her. Clifford Nelle (Edith Cheek, California '29), in Wal We are proud to announce the following pledges: AU Gamma Phi Betas in the Cleveland area who nut Creek. Entertainment included bingo, with do Barbara Allen, Ella May Brown, Janice Deist, would like to join us are invited to call Fontelle nated prizes, and hula dances performed by Mrs. LeMoyne Ellis, D. Ann Hartgrove, Marie McElreath, Pettet Baty (Mrs. W. M.) to receive notices of Walton Kirk (Nani and Diana Moreman, Carleen Shafer, Hazel A. Skinner, meetings. Her address is 29211 Armadale, Wickcliffe, Stieglitz, Washington '47), Mrs. Don Woodcock California Barbara Taylor, all from Dallas; out of town Ohio. (Constance Hardy, girls: had a wonderful time. Felice Anderson, North Fontelle Pettet Baty '43). Everyone Rugby, Dakota; Jann At our regular meetings, we have inaugurated a Anderson, Arlington, Va. ; Jackie Armstead, Shreve : Marnages plan of having a short program given by a different port, La.; Marvel Bailey, Okla. City; Evelyn Center, Carol Klamm (Ohio Wesleyan) to Ralph Meer member of our group each time on her particular San Antonio, Texas; Rebecca Colvin, Winsboro, La.; mans, September 6, 1952. specialty. We are finding out lots we didn't know Nancy Cook, Sedalia, Mo.; Susan Hagan, Minneap Margaret Lindmueller (Ohio Wesleyan) to Walter about each other this way, besides having lots of fun. olis, Patricia Haley, Hermosilla, Mexico; Karen Philip Hertz, September 6, 1952. New Gamma Phi Betas in the area are invited to Krichamer, Houston; Judith LeBanc, Beaumont, and Florence Nordeen (Illinois) to Fred Legler, Sep call Mrs. Walton Kirk, at Yellowstone 5-5693, and Carolyn Smith, Amarillo. We are also tember 20, 1952. to come to our meetings. We'd love to have you join pleased to announce the affiliation of Manzie Ann Louise Rittinger (Northwestern) to Maurice us. Guerrero with the Southern Methodist Russell Petersen, September 20, 1953. Virginia Perkins chapter. Manzie is from Monroe, La., and formerly Edna Jane Hyatt (Michigan) to Robert C. Schaub, attended Vanderbilt University. October, 1952. Marriage: To the alumnae chapter we have welcomed recently Gail Bargones (San Jose State '53) to Roy Van Mrs. R. W. Fouts, Illinois; Mrs. Bill Falls frorn Births: den Heuvel, August, 1953 at Orinda, Calif. Kansas City, Mrs. J. D. Wiekel of San Diego and To Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Morgan (Virginia Pebley, Ellen Lupton of Lawrence, Kansas. We would like in Births: all new Bowling Green), a son, March, 1952. to urge the alumnae in the Dallas area to To Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Dunn, Jr. (Betsy Loesel, To Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Sisler (Katherine call Mrs. Virgil F. Garrett, 6331 Desco Drive, Northwestern), a daughter, Pamela, November 4, Kain, California '44), a son, Edmund Lee Sisler, Phone EMerson-0014 or Miss Ruth Patterson, 3050 November 1952. 1952. 7, Dyer, Phone L.\keside-2078, so that we might wel To Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Poirson (Marjorie Peek, To Mr. and Mrs. Howard Gravelle (Marilyn come them to Dallas and to the Dallas alumna: Ohio Wesleyan), a son, Ronald Steven, in February, Jackson, U.C.L.A. '45), a son, William, October, chapter. 1953. 1952. Ann Fisher Gardner THE CRE,SCENT 40

make them erds' as a hostess has helped Marriages : To Mr. and Mrs. Chester Fisler (Mary Stewart, graciousness Penn State), a son, Thomas, July 14, 1953. very successful. Toodie Ziegler (Southern Methodist) to Worth \V. alumna? We are trying two new ideas in our Gibson August 12. and*^"^p-the ter this year, one is a money making project, Eileen Cummings (Texas to George O. Denver work '53) other one is social. For months we have been Gillespie. cocktail Our installation of new officers was held at the ing on attractive utility aprons, frothy Virginia Shane (Southern Methodist) to Kenneth and clever Theta in March. Gladys Collier in aprons, bean dolls, gay pillow slips, Hartman October 1953. chapter lodge 3, at a Christmas stalled the officers in an ceremony. New Christmas decorations to be sold to impressive Margaret Martyn (Southern Methodist) John bazaar in December. Combined with the officers were : Jackie Summers, president ; Evelyn early Thomasson May 16, 1953. alumna, this Zollner, vice-president; Anita Anderson, treasurer; culinary art of every Des Moines DeLois Loomis (Southern Methodist) to Carrel to Patricia Whitaker, corresponding secretary; Dale bake sale and bazaar should swell our treasury Bryant. Crescent correspondent. Darleen Wilson is working proportions. Frances Kendall Atkins to William Kenyon, (Texas) J. social side we have an informal dance state membership chairman for the second year. On the Gidley August 30, 1953. Phi Betas who A luncheon at the Democratic club was given in planned. We are inviting all Gamma Nina Marie Gaines (Southern Methodist) to James us the alumnae for the seniors from live in surrounding towns to come and join C. Brown. May by graduating Denver University, Colorado A. & M., and Colorado for an evening of fun, pie and coffee. Bette Jo Murray (Southern Methodist) to Henry Sec College. Gwen Boulden Riggs (Nebraska), Traveling McConnell Ellis. for Province and Vera Dutton Arnold Our rummage sale in was very successful. retary IV, Diana to 1953. May Spore Jerold Martinez, June 12th, were our at the Province Con To aid the camps we each made a head scarf for the (Iowa) representatives to Charles F. Nancy Jordan (Southern Methodist) at in March. children who will be attending our camp this vention Madison, Terry, June 1953, Ehman and her summer. Ruth Mellem (Iowa State) husband this summer men A party was given in August for all Gamma Phi accompanied fifty young Births: Rural on an extensive tour Beta alumnas in the state. Any alumnse who are and women (Iowa Youth) To Mr. and Mrs. Goodrich the Pacific Northwest and Canada. It was Jack (Clare Gilman, not active in a group may call Mrs. Ben Summers through Idaho a 1953. the American Farm Bureau and the '43), son, Scott, April 1, or Mrs. Robert N. Kenyon. sponsored by To Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Warder (Jane Shepherd, Dale Kenyon Iowa State College Extension Service. Vanderbilt '39), a son. We welcome home, after two years of foreign serv To Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Roach, III (Mary G. ice, our Patrice Van Liew (Iowa '49) from Ger Detroit Seay, Southern Methodist), a daughter. many, where she was a program director and To Mr. and Mrs. Brandon Doak (Betty Davis, Hello to all ! The Detroit alumnse chapter is assistant club director under the Special Service Sec Texas a Rebecca of the been stationed *42), daughter, Ann, September 9, happily going to work this year on final plans to tion. Department Army, having 1953. help make the forth-coming International Convention at Ansbach, Schwaebisch Gmuend, and Neckarsulm. To Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Shorter (Pat Monroe, at the Grand Hotel at Mackinac Island one of the Those of us whose lives are well modulated to the a routine will be Southern Methodist), daughter. best ever for you. We're especially proud that our dish-washing, baby-changing looking To and Emerson future our more Mr. Mrs. Connell, Jr. (Eleanor own Delphine Andrews will be Convention Chairman, forward to programs presented by Texas a Gish, '46), daughter, Nancy Kathryn, July and we can promise you lots of fun mixed with the illustrious members. 8, 1953. business of the day. So, do plan to attend in July May we welcome you, a newcomer to our city? To Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Bell (Joanne Herrin, of '54. Vou may call Patricia Hayes Barnett (Iowa State Southern Methodist a in and she will be to tell about *53), daughter, Georgann, In June we were honored by a visit from our '43) 8-5366, happy you July 1953. Grand President, Mrs. Dippell and AFary Jane Hipp our alumnae meetings. To Mr. and Mrs. R. A, Anderson Stein Mary Mugg (Jane who stopped by on their way to Mackinac. They horst, Oklahoma '48), a daughter, Anne Ayres, June met with Mrs. Andrews in the afternoon to discuss 1953. 14, Convention plans and later were entertained at the Marriages: To Mr. and Mrs. M. K. Gardner (Ann Fisher, Women's City Club for dinner. Jean Jones (Iowa State '51) to Bruce D. Engle. Southern Methodist '38), a daughter, Joan Elaine, Five of our alumnse: Delphine Andrews, Frances Kathryn McCord (Iowa '52) to Don Wahl. July 7, 1952. Moekle, Wilma Erickson, Bettie Jayne Olson and Births: Dorothy Darling, attended the province workshop at Dayton Wittenberg College in Springfield, Ohio, where they To Mr. and Mrs. John Whinery (Mary Neal, met with other groups from the Province to start Iowa State '43), a son, John Neal, January 11, 1953. To bring us up to date on the Dayton alumnae, forming plans for the coming convention. To Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Johnson (Elizabeth let's turn back to last Spring. Our Junior group combined meetings last year Weitz, Iowa), a daughter, Carla, August 5, 1953. Our April meeting was held at the home of Shirley with bake, talent and white elephant sales. Money To Mr. and Mrs. Lenard Yancey (Jean Jalliffe, Krumholtz. After our business Miss meeting Jane raised was used to purchase material for Maerose Denver '36), a son, Andrew David, June 17, 1953. Office of Rudolph from the Public Information Nelson Walton to create some beautiful ceramic an talk on Communism WPAFB, gave interesting ashtrays, which were presented to the Michigan in America. Grand Forks State chapter to help decorate their new liouse at The last in the was at the regular meeting Spring East Lansing, Mich. The senior and junior groups Under the co-chairmanship of Madge Smith and Iiome of Keller. Ann Wiles of St. Louis was Nancy compiled a new address directory and we sold adver Gerry Vaaler, the Grand Forks and East Grand a for the She talked to us special guest evening. tisements to help defray expenses and fill our coffers. Forks alumnne held a very successful pre-holiday as we rolled bandages for the Red Cross. informally All Gamma Phi Betas in the area are invited to bazaar at the chapter house. Long tables were set up On a time was enjoyed at a June 2i, delightful call Mrs. John A. Moekle, 16855 Westmoreland, in the living room and smoker on which the articles at the home of mother-daughter supper party lovely Detroit 19, at Kenwood 3-4305. were displayed, and tea was served in t!ie dining Helen Nichols. Jean Moran Smith room. An outstanding feature was the "Table of Our Diane resigned capable president, Amundson, States," a table of articles donated by out-of-town due to the transfer of her husband to Charleston, Alpha Betas. Most of the items were representative West The vacancy has been competently Des Moines Virginia. of the locale from which they were sent. Another filled for the remainder of the term by Amanda The Des Moines chapter was saddened at the lovely attraction was the table of Christmas decora Fortenbaugh. start of our new year by the passing of Sarah Schute tions. The cleverness of these articles was proved by The first event of the Fall was a delicious dinner Kraetsch (Northwestern, 1903). Sarah was revered the speedy manner in which they were sold! at the liome of Jennie Sproul. Plans for a late Sep by all who knew her and membership in Gamma Phi Rosemary Lamont was installed as our new alum tember square dance, as a money making project, Beta was indeed a credit to us all. She had a sincere nae president at our May Meeting at the home of were completed. interest in all who passed her way, and she digressed Lenore Caldis. Other officers are: Joan Welle Dough We have welcomed into our groups several recently often to welcome the new alumnae, to shake the erty, vice-president; Ann Waldon Brusegard, treas new members: Mrs. Gene Jones (Elizabeth Killinger, nervous hand of a rushee, and always to warm the urer; Gerry Vaaler, corresponding secretary; Mar Wittenberg) ; Mrs. David Miller (Mary Gallienne, hearts of her friends by remembering the little per jorie Stewart Johnston, rushing chairman assisted by ; Mrs. Charles Grove (Carol Bowling Green) sonal pleasures and problems of each. She was an Margaret Cooley; Betty Fleur, magazine chairman, Mrs. Stanley Pace (Elaine Unger, Wittenberg); intelligent and well-read women, and this fall would Lenore Caldis, Panhellenic representative, Faye Cutcliall. Arizona); Mrs. Charles W. Ridgway (Sally have marked her SOth year as a Gamma Phi Beta. Fladland, public relations and Louise Slangier, Miami University); Mrs. Robert Smith Brumbaugh, Sarah's enthusiasm for her sorority will be remem alumnai advisor. Lou Jordan, Arizona); Virginia Hundley (Mary bered by all who knew her and though each of us A buffet supper in honor of graduating seniors was (Wittenberg). may try to emulate her, few of us will ever have held in May at the home of Alice Quale. Each new Gamma Phi Betas in the Dayton area Any lived and shared so full a life as our friend Sarah senior was presented with a piece of silver. are urged to call our hospitality chairman, Jennie Kraetsch. June found many Alpha Beta alumnse returning to Sproul� Ra8098. Our year as planned should be interesting and Grand Forks on vacation presenting an excellent op Virginia Havens Korns diverse. In May a local decorator, young and en portunity for reunions of old classmates. Among those thusiastic, gave us an evening of real fun and visiting were Mary Ann Kennedy Hansen of St. Births: imagination. We individually redecorated our homes Louis who attended North Dakota in 1944 and 1945 To Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Larson (Justine Brintnall. as he laid sample after sample of luxurious fabrics before transferring to Missouri. Mary Ann, her us. husband Marvin and Iowa State), a son. Larry Norris, April 8, 1953. and wallpapers before two children, Eric and Kathy, To Mr. and Mrs. John Weitthoff (Dorothy The annual picnic for members and families came spent a few days in Grand Forks before returning to Schwab. Ohio Weslevan), a son, James Jesse, April in June, followed quickly by our meeting to discuss their home at 2815 Macklind Ave., St. I>ouis, after 28, 1953. prospective rushees and rushing plans. an extensive trip. Carol, Jo, and Helen Hoesley, have To Mr, and Mrs. David Miller (Mary Gallienne. August found us again in the lovely home of Mrs. returned to Crystal for the summer after teaching in return Bowling Green), a son, David Stuart. May 6, 1953. (ieorge W. Rickerd, mother of Adrienne Herbert California. They plan to to California in To Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Ridgway (Sallv (Iowa State '50), for our "Carnation House" rush the fall. Elsie Ann Brown who is associated with Brumbaugh. Miami University), a daughter, Gretch ing party. We have been most fortunate in using Time magazine in New York City returned to Grand lier home for several of our and Mrs. Rick- Forks to be maid-of-honor at en, July 13. 1953. parties, the wedding of her the crescent 41 sister Barbara to Jack Modisett, Beta Theta Pi from University of Michigan, '51), a son, Philip Edward, are invited to call Mrs. A. L. Rhoads, 250 River November Dickinson. Barbara was president of the Greek-letter 5, 1952. Hills Drive, Jacksonville. chapter in 1951 and taught last year in Red Lake To Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Pessel (Yvonne Jones, Elaine Cutler Crawford Falls, Minn. Jack is leaving for Germany soon, Michigan State), a son, Mark Kevin, September and Barbara to 1953. where he will be stationed, expects 14, Lincoln join him soon. Elsie Ann's New York address is To Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Andrea (Charlotte 739 Washington St., New York 14. Betty Ann John Knape, Michigan State '43), a daughter, Martha Our October meeting was held at the home of son Hickeson and daughter Leah Ann visited Grand Mary, December 13, 1952. Laura Feldkamp. During the business meeting a Forks last spring. They are Owatonna, Minn, resi Grant-In-Aid program was presented and discussed Downs and the dents. Mrs. Dallas (Marge McDonald) Houston by the group, its purpose being to improve Mrs. John White (Luanna Lunseth) who made their building program for the Nebraska chapter. We homes in Grand Forks last year while their husbands This year the Houston alumnae chapter had two voted to purchase one half dozen place settings in served in Korea, have rejoined their husbands who convention delegates at the Province V South Con silver, our Christmas gift for the house. Margaret have been discharged. The Whites are living in vention. They were our new president, Mrs. Walter Hiedorf is our new pledge trainer. Mrs. George Fargo and Downs in LaCrescenta, Calif. Marge Higgens and immediate past president, Mrs. W. Van Rogers, Wittenberg College, has rejoined the group, has been elected corresponding secretary of the Los A. Combs, who brought back glowing accounts of moving to Lincoln from Boulder, Colo. Angeles alumnae and writes that several former progress and a wonderfully warm feeling of sister The November meeting was held at the sorority Grand Forks women are active in that chapter. They hood from their meeting with the Gamma Phi Betas house. We joined with the Greek-letter members in are Hazel Chaffee Thorwaldson (sister of Aura in the new Alpha Xi chapter house on the Southern renewing our vows and honoring the Four Found White of Grand Forks), Mayme Lund Withers and Methodist campus. ers of Gamma Phi Beta. After the simple, but al Jeannette Schlaberg. Mrs. James K. Long our alumnae rushing chairman ways impressive service, we enjoyed a coffee hour Joann Bray who has been in the merchandising for 1953, had marvelous results from her untiring shared with the pledges and chapter members. field in Chicago the past two years, has returned to efforts throughout the summer. Pledges from the Our annual Christmas party was held at the Grand Forks and is associated in her father's busi University of Texas in Austin are: Elizabeth Allen, house this year with a big tree and all the trimmings. ness. Marcella Hanson has returned to her home in South Houston; Cynthia Sloat, Houston; Betty Lou Each member brought gifts for the needy family we Mayville, N.D. after four years in Europe. Corrine Pendergraft, Houston; Dolores Ruiz, Houston; remember every Christmas. We adopted this family Glander Mote, her husband and two children a^e Dorothy Whitty, Houston; Sue Brinkman, Missouri through the Community Emergency Shop, a Com living in Phoenix, Ariz. San Diego is the home of City; Virginia Diamond, Houston; Flo Ann Noack, munity Chest agency, which Mrs. Allen (Bunny) Mr. and Mrs. Louis Whitson (Virginia Smith) and Houston; and Joe Ann Wallace, Houston. A pledge Wilson has directed for five years. Needy families daughter Martha Ann Kelly and Chief Olson are from Alpha Phi Chapter, at Colorado Springs, is are given clothing and household articles (repaired living in EUendale, N.D. where Chief is teaching. Willa Freeman, and from Alpha Xi chapter, at and mended at the shop) on orders given by case Also teaching are Mary and Jim Poissant at Belling Southern Methodist is Karen Krichamer. workers and recognized chest agencies. The agency ham, Minn. Jim is principal. Eddyth Rosenberg Mrs. D. W. LeMaster, Province Alumnas Secre is unique in that articles are given to the needy Smith is living in Pago Pago, Samoa where her tary, was entertained at a luncheon by the chapter and as far as Bunny knows, it is the only such husband Keene is administrator of a hospital. Jean officers, during a visit to Houston in February. Both organization in the United States. We are proud of nette Nelson who has been art supervisor for the the day and night alumnas groups met with her at her achievement and success. Oskaloosa, Iowa schools toured Europe for three the home of Mrs. Helen Lair, for a dessert party. The January meeting was cancelled because of months. Unfortunately our annual picnic with husbands "flu" and extremely bad weather. We heartily enjoyed our annual summer reunion. and escorts was cancelled because of unseasonable Our February meeting was held at Lorma Gil Many out-of-town Gamma Phi Betas attended. weather. lespie's home. After dessert supper, Charlotte Perry Ruth McEnroe Joy Laune Hecht entertained us with a musical interlude, using Lorma's antique piano so different from today's Marriage: spinet. Mrs. Ross Martin, social chairman, gave out

Grand � Rapids Patricia Ann Pietravalle (Texas '51) to Charles our new directories a vote of thanks and apprecia Money-raising projects of the Grand Rapids alum Van Choyce. tion to Mary Margaret for the clever little books. con Needs for the Vancouver were stressed nae chapter for the 1952-1953 season were Camp and Births: ducted for the benefit of the new chapter house at after some discussion we decided to give a mone Beta Delta at Michigan State in East Lansing. To Mr. and Mrs. James K. Long (Marjorie Dtm- tary gift to help send a counsellor. Fain Merritt Penn a attended Province Convention at Ft. During the year Grand Rapids provided them with myre, State '47), daughter, Cheryl Ann, May Collins, Colo., dinner place mats with the Gamma Phi Beta crest, 18, 1953. on April 17, 18 and 19. We assisted the Mothers a in kitchen equipment, and a living room floor lamp. To Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gerrard (Myrtle Watkins, Club at bake sale April. We are losing a good a Mrs. as With the money earned from magazine subscrip Texas '52), daughter. member, Charles Stewart (Miriam Hicks) tions and an additional donation from the chapter she and her husband are moving to Portland, Ore. Mrs. Hatcher and treasury, Grand Rapids alumnae provided two partial Jacksonville John (Joe Moss) Janet Jenson campships for Campfire girls from the city of Grand are with their army husbands in Germany. Mrs. Rapids. Installation of the Jacksonville, Fla. alumnas chap Charles Arpke (Eileen Hepperly) is at Okinawa with her husband who is in Founders Day was celebrated with a banquet at ter of Gamma Phi Beta took place Thursday, June the service. the Kent Country Club. Arrangements were made by 11, at the oceanfront Atlantic Beach Hotel, with Alumnae new in Lincoln may call Mrs. Reginald Marian Steele and Mrs. W. H. Duetting. After the eleven members of Gamma Phi Beta present. At the Davis 3-1104, 2108 Lake Street. were a small table dinner an informal meeting was held at president service, the officers seated behind Mrs. Walter Epke Jean Heidgen's home, where a skit written by Mrs. on which were pink candles entwined with gilded Marriage: Douglas Wicks was presented. This was followed by ivy and pink carnations. Other members were seated the singing of "Lady of the Moon." The meeting was. in a semi-circle facing the officers. Officers who Patricia Baldwin (Nebraska '51) to Thomas adjourned with the mystic circle. were installed at the service were: president, Mrs. Lawrie, October 1, at Lincoln. Elections were held in March and these officers A. L. Rhoads; vice-president, Mrs. J. A. Jackson; Births: were elected: president. Sheila Mulvihill; vice-presi secretary, Mrs. D. Lee Jewell; and treasurer, Mrs. dent, Marian Steele; treasurer, Katherine Chase; William Van Norren. Mrs. Harold L. Gaymon was To Lt. and Mrs. Harold Gerhart (Georgianne recording secretary, Mrs. William Morrissey; cor asked to accept the charter for the Jacksonville alum Rediger, Nebraska '50), a son, Jeffery Lincoln, responding secretary, Mrs. William Smolenski. nae in recognition of her patient efforts in getting our December 26, 1952. Panhellenic elections for the city of Grand Rapids group together and keeping them intact during the To. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Thompson (Gladys Gustaf were held late in the spring, and the retiring presi last three years. son, Nebraska '49), a son, December 18, 1952. dent of the Gamma Phi Beta chapter, Jean Heidgen, We, too, are a cosmopolitan group with fifteen To Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bryant (Joan Peden, was elected treasurer. Miss Heidgen was also toast chapters represented, as follows: Nebraska), a son, January 23, 1953. mistress at the Panhellenie banquet held in May. Beta (Michigan), June Carpenter Greeley ('94); To Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fitch (Wilma Fraser, New Gamma Phi Betas in the Grand Rapids area Alpha Mu (Rollins), Janet Walker Buck ('48); � Iowa State '48), a son, February 12, 1953. are sincerely invited to attend alumnae meetings. Epsilon (Northwestern), Virginia Dibble Rhoads Please call Sheila Mulvihill, 612 Cambridge Blvd., ('30); Omega (Iowa State), Dorothea Knockel London East Grand Rapids, Mich., at CHerry 32145. Calmes ('32), Elaine Cutler Crawford ('39), and Jean A. Heidgen Janice Weigman Stelzer ('41); Beta Mu (Florida The London alumnas chapter entertained the 1953 State), Eleanor Gage ('52), Joan Stoddard ('51), and graduates of the Greek-letter chapter together with : Marriages Mary Bart Key Morris; Tau (Colorado State), Orra their families and friends, at the annual tea fol Jane Ruble (Ohio Wesleyan '51) to Russell W. May Tanner Gaymon ('20); Psi (Oklahoma), Vir lowing convocation. The attractive event was held at Weigle at Lansing, Mich., April 11, 1953. ginia Matzen Hull ('45); Upsilon (Hollins), Alberta the sorority residence. Miss Zella Fawkes, house Betty Parmenter (University of Michigan '51) to Gary Jackson ('27) also (A X, Wm. and Mary '29); mother, and Mrs. Don Stuart, alumnae president, at 1953. Beta Delta Hart Edward Bytwerk Muskegon, Mich., June 26, (Michigan State), Peg Jewell ('49); received the guests and Mrs. William Milroy was Alpha Delta (Missouri), Eleanor Richardson ('24); in charge of the tea-room. Births: Kappa (Minnesota), Marjorie Lansing Stout ('45); The alumnae chapter was particularly proud when To Mr. and Mrs. John Mulder (Winifred Alpha Zeta (Texas), Edyth Thompson ('52); Delta Ann Kimball of our Greek-letter chapter was Wentink, Lake Forest '47), a daughter, Kristine (Boston), Ethel Norrey; Alpha (^hi (William and chosen "Queen of the Ball." A Gamma Phi Beta Susan, April 29, 1953. Mary), Agnes Gordon Van Norren ('37). has been chosen for the past three years, and since To Mr. and Mrs. William Smolenski (Mildred One of our nicest meetings of the last year was the inauguration of this event, only three candidates Knape, Michigan State '51), a son, John Joseph, our Founders Day meeting, when our oldest alum have been elected from outside our group! Pardon if May 13, 1953. na, Mrs. Alan Greeley (Beta '94) told us about we boast a bit! The alumnae chapter presented Ann To Mr. and Mrs. Walter Shaffer (Barbara Bartley, her memories of Gamma Phi Beta and campus life. with a gift at the closing meeting in the Spring. a Susan University of Michigan '49), daughter, Gail, The Jacksonville alumnae is happy to have its The graduate chapter is well versed in the art charter. our tribe increase! May 19, 1953. May of cooking with herbs as one of the speakers at a All Gamma To Mr. and Mrs. Jack Jensen (Ruth Parmenter, Phi Betas new in the Jacksonville area monthly meeting was a specialist in this most taste- 42 THE CRESCENT

appealing subject. Another guest discussed floral ar Gladys Crouch, Martha Clay, Virginia Abbott, Edith Lansing-East Lansing rangements and another, English bone China. Chapman, Lois Garver, Dorothy Varnum, Diane The new slate of oflicers for the Lansing-East We regret sincerely the departure of two very Wells, Louise Baltis, Edna Burt, Louise Withers, vice- alumnae are Dell Edwards; interested and active members of our alumnas chap Mary Gillham, Suzanne Sames, Polly Swift, Dorothy Lansing president, Elaine Martin; and ter this Autumn. Mrs. Don Stuart (Betty Truscott), Pickup, Betty Reitz, Marjorie Ebling, Harriet Brack president, Kay Spika; secretary, treasurer, Catherine Buell. is moving to Kitchener, Ontario, and Mrs. Bill ney, Anabel Walter, Helen Hawes, Josephine Lloyd, We ended term with a dessert for the Cunningham (lima Duff), is moving to Los Angeles. and Charla Wilson. spring graduating seniors. We them with silver Betty, who has served faithfully on many committees The annual June picnic was a benefit. The proceeds presented thimbles to remember us (and perhaps our and recently chapter president is turning her duties of the benefit were split three ways, allowing $118.00 by fall We told the of our activities in over to Pat Williams. lima was ever-present to assist each to the Alpha Delta chapter at Columbia, the bazaar!). girls the alumnae and them to affiliate where at teas and will also be sorely missed. We are hoping Sigma chapter at Lawrence and the Diabetic Lay group urged ever they may be. We said to Mrs. Shirley that our more recent graduates will add their inter Society. goodbye Bayless who is now in Germany. est and help to fill these gaps in our ranks. Many of the alumnae have spent long hours and teaching We have had our opening Fall meeting and are We had a most pleasant visit from Mrs. W. E. money to help in building the new $130,000 addition looking forward to a year of new and interesting Fitzgerald and she gave us all a terrific pep-talk on the house in Lawrence. Now that it is com activities. Our Rene Scott will represent us at on attending the Convention at Mackinac. I under pleted, we alumnae are as proud of the beautiful the Convention to be held July 1-7, 1954 at Mack stand that Anna Armstrong of our chapter is assist house as the chapter members. The alumnae group is inac Island. ing with transportation. On this picturesque motor- also buying and selling pottery ash trays which will Our biggest money making project will be the less isle, whether it will be bicycles or horses, I further help with the building fund at Lawrence and bazaar held in December whicii was so successful haven't found out as yet. the redecorating at Columbia. All those who are last year thanks to the contributions of other Our greetings to all of you wonderful Gamma Phi interested in helping with the building fund of the Michigan alumnae groups. If you would like to do Betas everywhere. After perusing the last Crescent Sigma House at the University of Kansas may handwork for feel free to send it to Mrs. 1 feel like quoting Jackie Gleason. "Mmmm, send their contributions to Mrs. Wells C. Haren, any us, E. W. Pinckney, 711 Britten, Lansing. Other BOY! you arc a good group!" If you happen to 2016 Washington Avenue, Kansas City, Kan. proj ects are stationery, steak and card come to London, Ontario, you may dial Mrs. H. O. The Kansas City alumnae gave a circus party in magazine, knives, sales. And of course the reliable sales. Foucar or Mrs. Chester Yake: the former at 2-7628 August for the University of Missouri rushees and rummage Our philanthropic work includes two and the latter at 2-4347 to check up on chapter meet coke and coffee dates for the University of Kansas sending girls to day camp and sending a box of craft sup ings and activities. rushees. The rushing season proved very successful plies to the International Helen Aselstyne as both chapters pledged wonderful girls. Camp. The new chapter house is still our and The September meeting was held at the home pride Marriages: joy. Due to the death of our architect we must of Louise Withers. Mr. P. K. Hodeck, secretary pay that debt to close his estate. To meet that Clarice Watson to James Giffen, June 6, 1953. of the Social Hygiene Society here spoke on obligation v^^e are selling bonds in $50.00 denomina Marion McNeil to Harry Parker, July 25, 1953. "Husbands" which was very enlightening and inter tions at 2%. If you have any idle that Betty Kirk to Donald Murray, August 29, 1953. esting. The October meeting was held at the home money you would like to to work for and Pat Barnby to Frank Hull, July 25, 1953. of Helen MacPherson. Mrs. L. C. (Ruth) Hay, put yourself your won't in touch with Mrs. Pauline Potter to Dr. Martin Robinson (Alpha Alumnas Secretary from Wichita, spoke. The Found sorority, you please get C. 1721 Kappa Kappa), June 6, 1953. ers Day banquet was held at the Twin Oak Dining J. Olson, Quentin, Lansing. New members in our please call Mrs. L. M. Shirley Smith to Donald Coleman (Delta Up Room with a program following. city 420 South 5-6069. silon), June 6, 1953. We welcome all alumnas who are new in this Decker, Walnut, Lansing, phone Elaine Martin Pat Martin to Lewis Hanley, October 1953. area to our meetings. Please call Helen Norrington, Colbert to 4801 W. 69th Lyn Douglas Heagle (Delta Upsilon), St., Mission, Kan., or phone Hedrick Births: June 20, 1953. 6358. To Mr. and Mrs. Lowell Doris Murray to Richard Ball (Kappa Alpha), Polly Swift Weller (Eloise Barrick, June 13, 1953. Bowling Green '45), a son, Donald Ernest, Sep Ann Mc Coll to Richard tember 23, 1952. Nordstrom, September 5, Marriages : 1953. To Dr. and Mrs. Mahlon Sharp (Mary Potter, Marnie Livingston to Wm. MacMurray (Beta Violet (Sandy) Sanders (Missouri '52) to Marion University of Michigan '37), a daughter, Mary Theta Pi), June 20, 1953. Hymer, June, 1953. Patricia, August 14, 1952. Shirley Anne Read to Gregory Gorman, October Jocelyn Bellows (Missouri '52) to Carl Barber. To Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Spika (Catherine 1953. Mary Ann Fleming (Missouri '52) to Neal Petit, Colman, Iowa State '42), a daughter, Nancy Jean, Joan MacDonald to Dr. Andrew Hunter (Alpha Phi Gamma Delta. July 4, 1952. Kappa Kappa), May 16, 1953. Anne Mattingly (Missouri '52) to Jack Taylor, To Mr. and Mrs. Robert Martin (Elaine Jen Pat Wightman to Robert Drummond, June 20, June 6, 1953. nings, Michigan State '48), a daughter, Carol Sue, 1953. Marilyn Stockton (Kansas '52) to John Laymen, May 30, 1952. Peggy Askin to Robert Baird. June 27, 1953. Beverly Hill (Missouri '52) to Ensign Walter L. Lawrence, Kansas Births: Peck, March 14, 1953 Lawrence alumnae are proud of the two-story addi To Mr. and Mrs. John McNee (Nancy Rose), a tion to the Gamma Phi Beta house on the west side daughter. Births: of the present building at 1339 West Campus Road, To Mr. and Mrs. Harold Mills (Marion Mann), To Mr. and Mrs. John C. Neely, III (Luanne Lawrence, Kan. The addition was started the middle a daughter. Powell, Kansas '49), a son, John C. IV, of May and finished the of school in To Mr. and Mrs. Bill Bennett McKer- September by opening (Jeanne 14, 1953. September. racher), a son. To Mr. and Mrs. Cary W. Jones (Mary Eliza A new dining room and a recreation room occupy To Rev. and Mrs. T. R. Waugh (Hope Roppel), a beth Weir, Kansas '41), a daughter, Nancy the lower floor, with rooms above. The daughter. Jane, sleeping par March 31, 1953. titions between the music room and the housemoth To Dr. and Mrs. Bob McFarlane (Pat Henderson), To Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rouse (Isabelle Bash, er's room were removed and the space added to the a daughter. Kansas '38), a daughter, Robin Lee, July 9, 1953. present living room. What was the room is To Dr. and Mrs. Rowe a dining John (Kay Veitch), To Mr. and Mrs. John Honon (Betty now the housemother's quarters and was divided into daughter. Muelbach, Missouri a '50), daughter, Nancy Suzanne, Septem a sitting room, 14 x 11 a bathroom and To Mr. and Mrs. Alex Kemp (Erma Reynolds), feet, bedroom, ber 11, 1953. large closet. a son. To Mr. and Mrs. William G. Dietrich (Marjorie' Homer Neville of Kansas City, Mo., is architect To Mr. and Mrs. Jim McKinlay (Edith Wilcox), a Reich, Kansas '46), a daughter, Ann Elizabeth, for the addition. Mr. Neville's is son. May daughter, Nancy, 1, 1953. active in the The To Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bowley (Willie Down chapter. general style of the house was carried out in all. the ham), a son. remodeling. Mrs. Leo Sample is a member of the Lake permanent County, Illinois building committee. Mrs. Hovey Hanna and Mrs. Kansas City, Missouri Kenneth Jochim are on the executive board for The new officers for the Lake Illinois County, Sigma chapter. The Kansas City, Mo. alumn.-e again spent two alumnae chapter are: Mrs. W, A. Gray (Peg Mc Lawrence alumnae send best wishes with Emily weeks in August doing volunteer work at Camp Sweeney), president; Mrs. J. V. Morrissey, Jr. (Peg Stacey who left Lawrence in July to work with the Hope, a Diabetic camp in Swope Park. The camp Schroeder), vice-president; Mrs. Charles Close, Central Intelligence Agency in D.C. is located in a beautiful wooded area and has (Farley Bertram), recording secretary; Mrs. Gene Washington, Emily is a talented who modern buildings and equipment. The children, Swanson (Sarah young alumna majored in Baker), corresponding secretary; French and Spanish at the University. She was a ranging in age from eight to fourteen, carry on such Mrs. Fred Minard (Kathleen Kildie), treasurer. member of Mortar Board and Phi Beta normal activities as hiking, horseback riding, soft In September we assisted with the Lake Forest Kappa. Lawrence will miss Emily. ball and an annual trip to the Starlight Theatre. College rushing. Last spring we held a benefit bridge We are proud to add Jean Hamilton to Twenty-two campers attended this summer. The party at the college which was very successful and Tamplin our Lawrence alumnae chapter this year. comes Gamma Phi Betas helped weigh and prepare food, enabled us to make a sizable contribution to our Jean from Beta Theta chapter. She has been a fine thus eliminating the cost of hired help for this local philanthropy. Ridge Farm, as well as to the Ex help in summer purpose. They also gave $118.00 for equipment and pansion and Endowment funds. rushing. We are looking forward to a banner for financially aided some of the campers. Laura Fran In October our monthly meeting was held in the year Sigma chapter in every way. cis Cottingham, former International Camp Chair evening to enable our "working gal" sisters to Lucile man, is on the Board of the Diabetic Lay Society, attend. Ellswobth and Mary Jane Keefe is local camp chairman. All Any alumnae in the vicinity is most welcome to Beach those who helped at the camp this summer felt join our group and may call Mrs. W. A. Gray in Long rewarded the Those at Li2-7511. richly by interesting experience. Libertyville, Since our former president, Helen Moore, left for were: Mary Jane Mary Shore, Sarah Bakes working Keefe, Swanson South America where ber husband is now in busi- THE CRESCENT 43

ness, our former vice-president, Virginia Cullen has oven, ventilating fans, lighting, and counter tops of We celebrated Founders Day with a luncheon on been ably handling the duties of president for our stainless steel, formica, and maple. The old pantries November II at the Midland Country Club. group, and Phyllis Davis has assumed the vice- were torn out to help make place for these wonder Mrs. Fred Kotyza (Billie Bennett, Colorado Col president and social chairman assignments. Our ful new appliances. The color scheme includes white lege '35) will again be our delegate to Convention. other new officers are: recording secretary, Virginia steel cabinets, yellow woodwork, green floor, and We now have about 18 alumnas in Midland and Drew; treasurer, Dorothy O'Brien; corresponding wallpaper on the drop ceiling in a formal pattern of 6 in Odessa. This is such a fast growing area that secretary, Connie Newman; ways and means, Con brown, yellow, green, and white. we feel sure there must be Gamma Phi Betas mov nie Putnam; rush chairman, Helen Bennett; as In line with the usual decorating done every sum ing in all the time. Newcomers are asked to call sistant rush chairman, Nancy Green; public rela mer, the chapter members picked out the wallpaper Mrs. H. A. Wienold, 1113 E. Oak, at 2-4156 in tions, Edith Hindley; Crescent correspondent, Sal for four or five bedrooms to be redecorated. In Midland or Mrs. H. A. Redman, Country Club lie Kauffman; Panhellenic delegate, and also presi addition, the dining room is newly painted; and the Estates, at 6-6937 in Odessa. dent of that organization this year, Elizabeth Palmer; Mother's club has furnished the dining room with Mary Glynne Edwards Panhellenic alternate, Lou Lovell; magazine chair new Syracuse china for everyday. Helen Mildred Miller; of the late Bartran Hunter's friends man, Dooley; historian, Many Mary Milwaukee alumnae membership, Jean Rastello. have contributed to a memorial fund, which now After a busy spring and summer, which included totals about $150. With this will be purchased a Compiling rushing information from the Milwaukee our annual rummage sale, "Have-a-Heart Bazaar" lasting memorial, in Barty's name, to be used in area has always been a major endeavor for the and a dessert-bridge in August honoring our Greek- the house. alumnas. The information about prospective students letter members, we are looking forward to an equally Our mother's club played hostess to the mothers has been difficult to obtain. Now thanks to the ef eventful winter season. For Founders Day, we held of new Gamma Phi Beta pledges at the home of forts of Alfreda Morgan while she was rushing a lovely candlelight service at the home of Eliza Mrs. W. J. Rendall on September 28. Many moth chairman for the alumnas chapter and later Panhel beth Palmer. In October, our annual potluck sup ers from the surrounding area attended. We are lenic rushing chairman, the Milwaukee School Board per and bridge was successful as in the past. In very proud of all the new pledges, especially the is now permitting representatives of Panhellenic to December we plan our traditional Christmas tea, following legacies: go into the high schools and give cards to the girls honoring the Greek-letter members and Gamma Phi Sue Wall, daughter of Doris Blunt Wall, Rho. and answer questions from all those interested in Beta mothers. This year the tea will be at the home Alice Jones, daughter of Nellie Gibbs Jones, Ep sororities. Though there are still many details to of Mary McCarthy. silon. ferret out about each potential candidate, the Mil Recently, one of our Greek-letter members, Lee Evan Cameron, Lincoln, 111., sister of Jean Cam waukee chapter is at least assured that no eligible Brookins, who was a camp counselor last summer, eron. girl is overlooked. enlightened us on the Gamma Phi Beta campships Dorothy Marling, Madison, daughter of Dorothy Panhellenic relationships in Milwaukee continue and pointed out the very fine work that they do, and Coerper Marling. to be close and congenial and each year there are at another recent meeting we had as our guest a Ann Sullivan, daughter of Beatrice Cumnock Sul more joint meetings between sororities. Last year representative from the Exceptional Children's livan, Madison. was hostess to our Milwaukee Foundation, which is our local philanthropy. Sally Reynolds, daughter of Sarah Chickering Gamma Phi Beta alumnae chapter. Catherine On our date books for October was our annual Reynolds, Madison. Cleary, newly appointed Assistant Treasurer of the benefit bridge, which was not only fun and a Mary Jo Perrault, sister of Emily Perrault, Wood United States, spoke on "Women in Banking and chance for a great many of us to get together in stock, III. Business." This year Gamma Phi Beta will be formally but one of our important fund-raising occa Paula Haller, Ann Arbor, Mich., niece of Her hostess to Kappa Alpha Theta at a spring meeting. sions, and we do thank our members and friends mine Haller Smith. We welcome the following new members : Sue for the fine response. Caroline Stoddard, Urbana, sister of Eleanor Colthard, Sally Chere, Mrs. Charles Jacobus, Margie Sallie Carter Kauffman Stoddard. Kay, Sarah Madison and Sue Stoller. Helen Bailey, Park Ridge, sister of Barbara Bai Our regular meetings are held the third Tuesday Births: ley, Gamma; granddaughter of Elva Bailey, Epsi of each month, September through June. All Gamma To Mr. and Mrs. John Curtis (Patti Ryan), a lon. Phi Beta alumnae in Milwaukee County are very son, Stephen Aldon, April 3, 1953. Jan Perrizo, daughter of Janice Gray Perrizo, Ep welcome to attend and may call Elise Bell (Mrs. To Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Grabau (Bobbie Tulin, silon. Donald L.), 7230 North Lake Drive, at Flagstone Arizona '48), a daughter, Jean Elizabeth, March Margaret Klipstein 4-9094. 7, 1953. Lucie Spence Murphy To Mr. and Mrs. Edward Lovell (Betty Lou Hud Memphis : son, Oregon State '44), a son, Larry, November 5, Marriages 1952. The Memphis alumnas group is now one year old Janice Cary (Michigan State) to John Schroeder, To Mr. and Mrs. William McDonald (Joan Law and we feel we have made progress. We have one June 27, 1953, in Milwaukee. rence, Arizona '48), a daughter, Janette Marie, new member, a Memphis girl, Janet Ballenger who Anne Gausewitz (Wisconsin) to Michael Bodden, March 11, 1953. was initiated at the University of Missouri last August 15, 1953, in Milwaukee, To Mr. and Mrs. Paul Wheeler (Dorothy Wool year. Patricia Anne Drought (Wisconsin) to Charles ington, Southern California), a daughter, Martha We are losing one of our most popular members, Ray Brynteson, September 12, 1953, in Milwaukee. Lyn, April 5, 1953. Mrs. P. A. Perrine (Bess Wythers, Nebraska) who To Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Wiede (Shirley Mayes, is moving this month to Foley, Fla. Birtlis: University of California at Los Angeles '44), a son, Our new officers are Mrs. W. D. Sutliff (Helen To Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dallman (Margaret Kue- Craig James, September 20, 1953. Rink, Iowa), president; Mrs. T. C. Marshall (Betty ther), a daughter, Sarah Jane, February 28, 1953. Powell, Nebraska), vice-president; Mrs. M. W. To Mr. and Mrs. Walter Keenan (Bernice Emer Lathram treasurer and Mrs. a William Lubbock, Texas (Betty Brook, Kansas), son), son, Emerson, April 9, 1953. P. D. Elcan, Jr. (Jean Coffman, Vanderbilt), sec To Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Smith (Carla Nolting), The Lubbock alumnas chapter resumed activities retary. a daughter, Carla Ann, December 18, 1952. this fall with a buffet dinner honoring our Province In April, feeling the need for extra funds for To Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Shamburek (Carol Geni Director, Mrs. D. W. LeMasters. The dinner, pre rushing, we decided to have a rummage sale which esse), a son, Peter A., March 10, 1953. ceded by an informal meeting, was held at the home was quite successful. As a result we held another of our president, Mary Jo Copenhaver. Mrs. Le one in the Fall and feel it is quite a painless way to Masters gave us many helpful hints as to our pro raise money. Minneapolis cedure as a new chapter which our small but growing We take a very active part in the local Panhellenic The coronation of our own queen of the Royal group greatly appreciated. association. Mrs. W. Milton Ross (Georgia Graves, Court of Gamma Phi Beta was the high spot of our We had several called meetings this summer to Vanderbilt) is our delegate and Betty Powell Mar annual May banquet, held in St. Paul at the Uni discuss the possibilities of Gamma Phi Beta coloniza shall is the new Panhellenic secretary. versity Club. Gold and gilt crowns adorned the heads tion at Texas Tech this fall. Colonization did not We gave a rushing party in August which was of each of her majesty's loyal subjects. The occa materialize for this year, however, but we are mak highly successful. sion was the celebration of the founding of Kappa ing plans for the time, not too far distant, when Betty Powell Marshall chapter of Gamma Phi Beta 51 years ago, and St. colonization will be a fact. We also had a party in Paul alumnas summoned each member of the Royal May, at which we with business and had Court from both cities to be at the event. dispensed Midland-Odessa, Texas present a purely social gathering so that we could all become The court was royally banqueted and entertained by well acquainted with one another. The Midland-Odessa alumnae chapter was honored members of both alumna and Greek-letter chapters, We had a dinner on Founders Day, to which the September 23 with a visit from Mrs. D. W. Le as called forth by regal Mrs. A. Cabot Wohlrabe newly formed chapter at Amarillo, Tex., was invited. Master, Province Alumnae Secretary. After a meet (Jean Watson), wrapped in a velvet robe and at Now that we are all back from our various vaca ing in the home of Mrs. Sol Bunnell (Margaret tended by two costumed pages. tions, our chapter meetings will get into the regular Mings, Texas '35), a luncheon was held at the The banquet was also the occasion for honoring swing again and we look forward to a busy and Midland Country Club. outstanding members of the Greek-letter chapter. De profitable winter. We had two rushing parties during the summer, maris Hofer, truly an unusual senior, received New alumnae may call: Mrs. G. W. Crandall, one a coffee in June, the other a backyard supper awards both as the outstanding senior in activities 1722-26th at Phone 2-3480 or in Street 5-8534. August. Since the majority of the rushees in this and for having the highest cumulative average. Betty Crandall area attend Texas University, Midland City Pan Michelle Flanagan was the proud recipient of the hellenic voted to observe the rushing rules of this Marion Jones pin, given each year to the Junior school. Our Panhellenic Madison delegate, Mrs. John Corn with the highest cumulative average to be worn dur wall (Muriel Walker, Oklahoma '29), is Panhellenic ing her senior year. The outstanding pledge was Pat The biggest renovating news since our chapter president. Casey. was built in has taken The en house 1927, place. We held a rummage sale on October 24. We We proudly announce the birth of the Gamma tire kitchen is modernized. Included, all new, are; have these sales each spring and fall, and find them Gasctte, a small but mighty newsy publication issued disposal, stainless steel fun and dishwasher, garbage sinks, both profitable. Last spring we sent most by the Junior alumnas group and sent to all Twin freezer, gas stove, built-in electric of our to the large refrigerator, proceeds Camp Fund. City alumnas plus many in and out of state gals. 44 THE CRESCENT

This little gem of literary achievement details the and preparation, but was easier than last year. We Nassau County doings of Kappa chapter alumnae, marriages, babies seem to have learned from our mistakes on the initial the new and other pertinent data and keeps alumnae posted production in 1952. Our March meeting was presided over by Milliken Brodie; on the doings and duties of the alumnae meetings and Directed by Albertine, one of Nashville's outstand oflicers who are: president, Betty secretary, officers. Special thanks go to Polly Hjortland, our ing choreographers, the ballet provided funds for vice-president, Pauline Draper Schnakel; Kaye editor-in-chief, who migrated to Minneapolis from furthering the work of the cerebral palsy classes in Barbara Briggs Payne; treasurer, Margaret Lee Donahue Fargo, N.D., where she was Polly Edhlund. Polly Nashville. This ballet is our big philanthropic project Engebrethson ; corresponding secretary, Wiedersum. Since then we have been very busy has been ably assisted in the past two, and thus far of the year and is quite worthwhile since the work worked hard only, issues of the Gamma Gazette by Jean Lee with children stricken with cerebral palsy is in its with our numerous projects. We have Fawkes, Ethel Mathews McCormick, and news- infancy in Nashville. but our efforts have been very rewarding. which Barbara Tanner It In May we had a bake sale in Manhasset gatherer-extraordinaire French. The ballet over, we took down posters for a week netted us to send an girl to may never seriously threaten the New York Times, or two and then relaxed and vacationed. Some of us enough underprivileged a Island for one week. It bought her but our paper is a journalistic masterpiece to all vacationed, that is, the rest enjoyed (?) Nashville's Long Camp some camping clothes and the remainder was used Gamma Phi Betas who read it. all-time record-breaking heat and drought which con for her allowance wiiile at the Each month Minneapolis gals are again polishing off their tinued through September. camp. we have sent home-baked cakes to the hospitalized salesmanship preparatory to our Christmas project On August 29, alumnae of both day and night of to raise for our charities. soldiers at the Mitchell Field Base Hospital. To date selling holly money groups and their families had a marvelous picnic at we we have sent 50 beautifully decorated cakes. The Last year's sale was such a success that plan to the home of Judge and Mrs. Richard P. Dews (Mary it. is in wholesale boys have showed their appreciation through numer repeat Holly purchased quantities Cecil Morrison) on Brush Hill Road. Their home is from state and sold the alumnae in ous thank you letters. Washington by situated on a bluff overlooking the Cumberland River lots. Funds raised last were Our June luncheon at the Port Washington Yacht one-]X)und year given and a more contented bunch of folks you couldn't to our Club was in honor of two of our ex-officers, Shirley special project, the Minneapolis Curative have found anywhere than these Gamma Phi Betas, to Schellenberg Chase and Virginia Stubbs King who Workshop, and various camps. relaxing in comfortable chairs, enjoying the cool have left us for "points West." At the luncheon Jacqueline Haugland breezes and the view of the shadows on the river and plans were formulated for the biggest project of the the setting sun reflecting on the green and gold farm year, the "Night Before Christmas Doll House." lands beyond it and, ah yes, let us not slight for an Each girl has been busy during the summer sewing Monterey County instant the heaping plate of fried chicken, potato "little for the furnishings of the house and salad, baked beans, slaw and chess pie that made the things" Our first 1953 meeting was held at Mrs. Jack some of the husbands have many hours on outing complete. spent Hurff's Pebble Beach home, where business and the actual designing and the constructing of the Since we have "delayed rushing" at Vanderbilt visiting followed lunch. Mrs. Clayton Neill, Carmel, house. The proceeds from the house will be used again this year, Gamma Phi Beta Founders Day was our hostess for an evening meeting in March. to help to send girls to camp. We also have comes right in the middle of it. Because of this, we Miss Theo Winfree gave her president's report of just finished our third afghan for the Needlework took the liberty of being a few weeks premature in the year's activities. We owe much of the success Guild. We had a wonderful time on September 26th our celebration of same and enjoyed a program and of our first year to Theo who gave hours to plan at the home of Jean Brewster Bishop in Floral lunch at the sorority house on October 17. ning and details. New officers elected were: presi Park. It was an informal party for the members Speaking of our new, completely re-decorated, bee- dent, Mrs. Royal B. Burnett (Louise Hill, Califor and their husbands, and was so successful that we yutiful house, by the way, all you Alpha Thetas nia); vice-president, Mrs. Jack Hurff (Erica Berne, probably will have them more frequently. (and others too, of course) if you're in Nashville for California) ; recording secretary, Mrs. Velid Dag Any Gamma Phi Beta alumna in the area interested any length of time at all, any don't fail to drop (Hyla Tillman, California); corresponding secretary, time, in coming to our meetings please call Mrs. Brodie at in and see it. It's a honey! Mrs. Stuart Dufour (Willna Graves, California) ; Port Washington 7-1405. A benefit this time�this treasurer, Mrs. Jack Beltz (Donna Priefer, Oregon bridge (no philanthropy Marilyn Radichel Piccione was to benefit our deflated defunct and other State) ; membership chairman, Mrs. Clayton Neill flat, wise (Dorothy Myer, Stanford); magazine chairman, Mrs. "real gone" treasury) was held by both day and Births: Don Caswell (Frances Martin, Iowa State); pub night alumnae groups at the sorority house on October 21. To Mr. and Mrs, David Poindexter (Laurie Orr licity, Mrs. Charles Simpson (Muriel Hesse, Colo The day group held morning and after noon sessions and served '46), a son, David Stratton, 19, 1953. rado College) and Miss Ellen Erichsen (San Jose lunch to both parties, and August the took over To Mr. and Mrs. Kingsley Kelly (Sarah Rowe State). Mrs. Lawrence Kurz (Dorothy Curry, San night group for the evening session a and dinner. We had table door a '42), son, James Wilson, August 19, 1953. Jose State) was appointed delegate to the Province prizes, prizes, grand and more To Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Johnson (Constance VII conference in San Jose, and Theo Winfree and prize fun than I can describe here, (P.S. We our Cooley '44), a son, Russell Curtis, June 23, 1953. Louise Burnett represented us at some of the ses helped treasury, too.) sions. Incidentally, we of the day group did a little census May found us high on a hill overlooking Mon taking concerning the day of our meetings. Norman terey Bay for lunch, business, and chatter at Mrs. We discovered that more gals could get baby-sitters, and such on the first Charles Simpson's home. Mrs. Jerry Busic (Louise transportation Wednesday of We wish to extend our dearest sympathy to Lois each month instead of the second Sargent, Rollins College) and Mrs. A. A. McFall Thursday, so it's Walter, president of our alumnae chapter, for the now the first at 10:30 (Iva Hayter, Nebraska) assisted Muriel. Wednesday A.M., featuring a loss of her mother and father, who passed away Mrs. Don Caswell entertained us at her Salinas fascinating meeting, delicious lunch and a little bit November 29 and May 30 respectively, at their of home in July and plans were made to entertain pro gab afterwards. Any of you we missed who can home in Tonkawa, Oklahoma. at make and all new Gamma Phi Betas in spective rushees and our husbands separate affairs! it, this area, Louise Lee, due to the illness of her husband, Neill her home for a tea please call our Mcintosh Mrs. Clayton again opened president, Margaret (Mrs. Josh, has spent the summer in Norman. Gamma Phi 23rd in August for senior girls in the area planning to J, J,), Avenue, at 8-6618. Beta always benefits greatly by having Louise in where Gamma Phi Beta has Ann Mitchell attend colleges chapters. Price town as she gives generously of her time and her Mrs. Luke Seros' beautiful home in Carmel Valley home in rushing. We are glad to report that Josh has in was the locale for a cocktail and dinner party Births: recovered and is able to be about again; however, when our husbands were our and September guests we are sorry to have Louise return to Washington, To Mr, and William D. Smith was raised in a most manner. Mrs, (Gwendolyn money enjoyable Mary Jennings and family spent a month at a Vanderbilt a This we were able to to two Burton, '48), daughter, Gayle, Decem year give campships summer at where her hus ber 1952. camp Florissant, Colo., at the camp the Mon 4, Monterey girls sponsored by band, Bill, was employed as a counselor. Recreation To Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Sensing, Jr. (Angelyn terey Department. Maribeth Ford is taking over the duties of alumnae We'd love to increase our number as we're still a Burkitt, Vanderbilt '49), a son, Thurman Anderson, advisor at Psi chapter. She is now employed as an small of and almost two old. December 7, 1952. group "regulars" years accountant for the University Press at Norman. Newcomers to the Salinas area should call Mrs. To Mr. and Mrs. William P. Kendall (Martine Patty Shumacher Baum and Bill Baum arc living Stuart 46 Nacional, Salinas 2-2310 and on Chaffin, Vanderbilt '43), a daughter, Ellen Marie, Dufour, in Norman this year. Bill is a graduate assistant in the Peninsula, Miss Theo Winfree, Box May 15, 1953. Monterey chemistry and is working on his Master's degree Carmel 7-4893. To Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Jr. (Katherine 2925, White, in bio-chemistry. We are glad to have Patty with Dorothy Kurz Vanderbilt '46), a Athalie Moore, daughter, Webb, us this year. June 1, 1953, Our treasurer, Gladys LaFon, underwent surgery Marriage: To Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Baldridge (Martha this summer. We are glad to report that she has Vanderbilt a Thomas Alice Kretzinger Ayres (Rollins College) to Luke Mclntyre, '48), son, Mclntyre, recovered and was able to attend our first alumnx 1953. Seros, June, 1953. June 17, meeting. To Mr. and Mrs. Alderman James (Carolyn We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to Jean Birth: Neathery, Vanderbilt '48), a daughter, Anne Gray Brown for the loss of her mother who passed away 1953. son, July 13, this summer at her home in Norman. To Mr. and Mrs. Busic Jerry (Louise Sargent, To Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Alex Maupin (Helen We were glad to have Lou Hinkle with us at rush Rollins College), a son, Richard, May 31, 1953. Vanderbilt a ander, '49), daughter, Mary Helen, ing time. She is vivacious and charming and gave us 1953. July 20, many good ideas. It was our good fortune that To Mr. and Mrs. Russell Shedden Nashville (Martha Feld- Lou's son was being married at this particular time kircher, Vanderbilt '49), a son, Russell Mark, July which brought Lou out this way. Besides introilucing several future Gamma Phi 26, 1953. Blanche Ratliff Lee who has been teaching in the Betas (see vital statistics) into the world. Nashville To Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Stringfellow (Mac Locke, art department at the University, is now assisting alumnx have busied themselves with varied activities Vanderbilt '48), a daughter, Julia McCrary, August Eli Mahier with an art course in the home economics 1953. at the during the summer and autumn seasons. 7, department University. This summer the Lees "Les Ballets Intimes," the benefit ballet which was To Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Seay, Jr. (Kathryn took a trip through the East to visit family and held in early June at the Vanderbilt University Quarles, Vanderbilt '47), a daughter, Kathy Anne, friends. Theatre, demanded and got several months of work .\ugust 26, 1953. Hope Roach Strasner is beginning her second year THE CRESCENT 45

She was held at the home of Mrs. Robert T. and a one as time's a fleeting. as a faculty member at Norman High School. supper, correspondent hasty association be teaches speech and English. Sturm (Esther Mae Wymore), and was highly The Orlando-Winter Park alumnas may and faithful Betty Gregory, hospital librarian at Fort Hood, successful with 70 members present, 62 with paid lacking in numbers but not in quality new hot Tex., visited in Norman on September 26 and at up dues. ness. Despite summer vacations, babies, with tended the Notre Dame game. Two days later we held a rummage sale which weather, and rain, we continued our meetings at Florida We have held our first alumna; meeting for this netted $90.00 under the able chairmanship of Mrs. the exception of August. Beta Mu chapter fall. Our first project is to bring our alumnae files Paul Johnson (Martha Powell). State University had planned a Tallahassee caravan up-to-date. We will need lots of cooperation in trying We invite alumna new to Oklahoma City to call for the State and Orlando was on the itinerary, we to locate a number of our members so please be the undersigned at Jackson 5-5132. however, this did not materialize, and resumed prompt in answering any letters you may receive. Dorothy Baird Bierman our meetings in September. Mu last Our deadline on this for the International office is Alice Berastegui, president of Alpha January 1, 1954. Not much time! year and recent graduate, is teaching in Melbourne. Hope Roach Strasner Omaha Carolyn Hughes (Rollins, '50), pulled a nifty and with no fanfare was married quite suddenly in July, Omaha alumnas are looking forward to an even Births: and at is in Eau Gallic. We are proud bigger and better year this year with the addition present living Mr. and Mrs. Bill Baum Schumacher), to have a Gamma Phi Beta alumna as retiring To (Patty of many new members to our group and a fine slate 1953. of the Central Florida Panhellenic Associa a daughter. May 1, of new officers headed by Frances Ball Quigg as president To Mr. and Mrs. Bales Calkins), a tion. Miss Mariel Riddle has most ably conducted the Jack (Joyce president. Others are: Pat Toof Clow, vice-president; 1953. affairs of this the past year and daughter, September 13, Betsy Campbell Curry, recording secretary; Jane organization during are formulated for the annual scholar Laughlin Deter, corresponding secretary; Irene Hol plans already Marriage : fund dance at the Orlando Country Club, No lenback Pigaga, treasurer; Jean Hall Dugher, birth ship Blanche Ratliff to Floyd Lee, May 22, at Norman, vember 28th, and our alumnas group is on the com day chairman; Clara Dutton Peters, camp chairman; Okla. mittee for and decorations. Aurel Behn DeCarion, courtesy chairman; Jane program Some new faces lend diversity: Mrs. Eugene Osborne Mathiasen, Crescent correspondent; Marian Fletcher a bride of Hamilton, historian; Lucille Kelly Wyrens, house (Katherine Shackleford) lovely North East New Jersey last and of '53; and Mrs. corporation board member 1952-54; Anna Marie Fall, graduate Rollins, Lawrence Warrick Rollins '49). The autumn report of the North East New Jersey Hamsa, magazine chairman; Louise Small Cowsert, (Eugenie Fishel, Sylvia Verdin Tarabochia has returned from Sicily. group is short and somewhat to the point. The chapter membership chairman; Pat Stow Jackson, Panhellenic attended Rollins and following graduation in sent three little girls to summer camp through the representative; Ann Rozeboom Reckert, public rela Sylvia was a to the of a of 1949 awarded fellowship University Childrens' Aide Protective Society for period tions chairman; Mary Lou Moore Osborne, rummage Grenoble in France. She rejoined the State Depart six weeks each, financing the act by a white elephant sale chairman; Carolyn Wright Woods, telephone ment and was sent to where she sale at Mrs. Graeham Riede's at the last meeting of chairman. Palermo, Sicily, been remained three years In the information service. She the spring. Besides these children they have Two of our spring meetings were devoted mainly was married there and returned to Florida in June, knitting for dear life on the afghan for Korea project to one of our philanthropic projects, that of making 1953. We are to have Sylvia In our associa and the Fellowship work and they are deeply inter scuffs for the Nebraska University Hospital. They pleased Ruth state chair new of Inter-Na tion. Amy Sebring, membership ested in the Philanthropy Board were made of wash cloths and a piece of elastic. in was of one their Else man, who lives Sebring, Florida, the guest tional, perhaps because of members. They were so simple and so cute that many of us In She was an are members your correspondent September. soprano Groeneveld, is appointee. There made a few pair for gifts and for ourselves. Of and solist at the morning service of John Knox Presby representing New York, Westchester, also, they course, the hospital was most appreciative of our terian Church where I am and assistant choir are already at work, bless them. Another member of efforts. pianist were roommates has an director. Ruth and I in Rollins the North Jersey chapter, Wallis Pattyson, We also found this spring that a Dutch auction many, many years ago, and charter members of interesting display of Christmas cards, papers, wrap was a very successful way of padding our treasury were Phi sorts here-and-theres needs at Alpha Mu. We also charter members of pings, all of everyone slightly. Each of us took several items, and all were Beta, national professional fraternity of music and all sorts of odd times, which she sells for the Scholar auctioned to the highest bidder. I do believe the food dramatic art. ship Fund. She brought some samples for inspection items, home canned goods, brownies, and cookies, held the At the finis of this tome, we wish to welcome back and certain orders to the October meeting, brought some of the highest amounts. Mrs, from her well earned summer vacation In the Deep 19th, at Mrs, Groeneveld's, in Short Hills, For our May meeting several of our members our for the and a Nawth, Frances Sullivan Waters, dili Pattyson is program chairman year, were hostesses for the alumna in Joslyn Memorial, efficient, gent, and loyal president. good one. Omaha's art center. It was a most enjoyable and Tallman Virginia Richardson Benjamin Pauline B. profitable evening for all of us. After coffee we had a tour the guided through building. Marriages : Again this year Omaha alumnae sold tickets for the Oklahoma Carolyn Hughes (Rollins '50) to Williara R. Baley, City Omaha Symphony Pops Concerts very successfully. July 10, 1953, Orlando. If the performances of the past few months are The concerts are held at Peony Park under the stars Martha Schank Persons (Rollins '30) to Thomas indication this should be most successful. and after the cencerts there's dancing. I don't believe any year Anthony Mayo, July 29, 1953, Orlando. There is a wonderful feeling of comradeship in our any of us had any trouble getting rid of our tickets as the concerts have become group although this has taken time to bring about. extremely popular Birth: With the addition of the Beta Omicron alumnae in vvith Omahans. To Mr. and Mrs. Ted E. Mischuck (Eleanor 1951-52 we found that some adjustments had to be Many of our members spent several days in Lin Seavey, Rollins '47), a daughter, Barbara Ann, made. However we have come to love the Beta coln, Nebraska, to help with rushing in the Fall. March 2, 1953. Omicron girls and enjoy all our associations. They We're now looking forward to our year's activities. are made for annual are a grand bunch and we feel fortunate to have Plans being the rummage sale. We invite all Gamma Phi Beta alumnas them among us. cordially Palo Alto new in Omaha to our Please call Mrs. We are grateful as well to have such a fine group join group. 2001 After a successful dessert in of officers this year. Mrs. John Brett (Norma Jo Raymond Wyrens, No. 55th at Glendale 2512. bridge party April, alumnae have spent a summer. Husbands were Dougherty), president, has been active in many com Jane Osborne Mathiasen quiet entertained In at a at the munity affairs among which was her outstanding June potluck supper Martins California The work as State Advisor on Women's Activities for Marriage: John (Barbara Peel, '32). for the National Foundation of Infantile Paralysis. Mrs. Barbara Jean Hoerner (Iowa State) to Clifford chapter provided campships two local girls at Girl Scout Jimmie (Loree) White, vice-president; Mrs. Charles Leroy Crook, Jr. LTJG, USNR, September 5, 1953, Camp. Fall included a "Meet the Author" B. Keys (Mary Leister), secretary; and Mrs. Jack Yuma, Arizona. plans tea, October 7th at the Palo Alto Blackwood (Anita Berg), treasurer; are all efficient given Community Births: oflicers. Center. Mrs. Vaughn Bornet (Beth Winchester, Nevada chairman of the tea, secured three Mrs. Edwin Deupree (Fay Davis) of our alumnas To Mr. and Mrs. Donald F. Bock (Barbara '45), northern California authors to chapter has been appointed Province V South Direc Johnson, Nebraska U.), a son. Grove Frederick, prominent speak. Members are forward to the annual tor. She has long been a faithful worker in Red February 20, 1953. looking gala Christmas to be December 12th at Robert Cross. Our Katherine Klein Blair was selected Red To Mr. and Mrs. Howard F. Yost (Gini Hamilton, party and Barbara Todd home. Cross "Volunteer of the Month" in February. Nebraska U.), a daughter, Leslee Ann, April 8, Kennedy's Newcomers to the area are invited to call Mrs. Province V South conference was held in Dallas 1953. Charles Emmerick, 2-2838. on March 17-19. Six of our alumnas attended along To Mr. and Mrs. John Clow (Pat Toof, Nebraska Davenport Dorris M. Hammond with delegate Ava Bromwich Hastert. Ava reported U.), a son, David Jeffery, March 22, 1953. a very stimulating time and her report was so To Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Woods (Carolyn Wright, Nebraska a Thomas enthusiastic that we each gained something from the U.), son, Ross, Jr., July 9, 1953. Pasadena conference. To Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Erickson (Carol Baldwin, Since our alumnas chapter is within twenty miles of Washington U.), a son, Wilham Earl, July 21, 1953. Pasadena alumnae started the fall season with a two fine Greek-letter chapters we had a busy summer To Mr. and Mrs. George W. Kinnick (Jean Pol brunch, September 15, at the home of Ruth Laxleys. helping with rushing. Mrs. Norval Ballard (Charlotte lock, Colorado College), a son, Peter Clarke, June 30, Ruth's studio was open and we saw her display of Hill) served as membership chairman for Psi chapter 1953. arts and crafts. and Mrs. Warren Morris (Phillis Jean Black) served To Mr. and Mrs. Ren Guest (Marcelle Clark, Ne Our Gamma Phi Beta Crescent Moon benefit in the same capacity for the Beta Omicron group. braska U.), a son, Clark Christopher, September 21, dinner dance was held Saturday evening, September We pledged 51 girls, the largest group of any sorority 1953. 26, at the Hotel Green Pool Garden in Pasadena. on the campus at Oklahoma University, 16 of these It was a beautiful party, managed and planned by were from Oklahoma City. Seven girls were Ruth and her pledged Orlando-Winter Park Mallory co-chairman, Jan Winter- at Oklahoma City University, which was the quota bottom. This was our big money-raising event and during rushing. Five more were pledged later. Greetings from Central Florida to our sisters of the proceeds are to go to the Gamma Phi Beta Camps a The September meeting, registration buffet Gamma Phi Beta. This is a new venture for your and our local philanthropy, the Exceptional Chil- 46 THE CRESCENT

Margaret dren's Foundation of the San Gabriel Valley. To Mr. and Mrs. Hunt T. Norris (Frances We are Indeed happy to welcome JIary She has been The October meeting was held at Helen Whittier's Olzendam, Washington '48), a son, Peter Avery, Dundore (Oregon) back to Portland, of beautiful hilltop home. We all enjoyed meeting Mrs. April 9, 1953. appointed Dean of Women at the University Joseph L. Picard, Province VII S. Alumnae Secre To Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Mitchel (Laura Lee Portland. Mrs. Richard tary. DeVoss, U.C.L.A. '45), a son, Gordon Stuart, Portland alumnae chapter welcomed Alumna Sec We cordially Invite Gamma Phi Betas new to the September 5, 1953. Smith of Boise, Idaho, our Province at our had a lovely time area to attend our meetings. retary October meeting. We at Hol Rae Flynn , the home of Mrs. Walter Jr. (Sally J Evans, Peoria loway, Oregon). Our Greek-letter members from Oregon and The Peoria Gamma Phi Beta alumnae were very Peninsula State will be entertained in December dur with their successful Breakfast. It was Oregon pleased May luncheon We have reason to be of two ing the holidays. Co-chairmen for the buffet good very proud held at the home of Mrs, Louis Neumiller on Satur our most alumnae members: Helen Roberts are Mrs. O. L. Walter (Peggy Stika, Northwestern) of active day morning In May, and all the Peoria girls who who is the California state and Mrs. C. Gassman (Margaret Kern, Oregon Mangin (California '23) were going through rushing In June at the Uni chairman and Wisnom State). membership Jessie Duggan versity of Illinois were invited. or Betas new in (Stanford who at the Province VII conference Recent graduates Gamma Phi '23) Awards were given to the outstanding senior was the award for the Gamma Phi Beta alumna Portland are urged to telephone our alumnas presi given during the past four years, to the highest-ranking who has made the most outstanding contributions to dent, Mrs. Charles Read, Ve. 6173, for information senior during the past four years, and three awards her about attending meetings. We are happy to welcome community. to the sophomore, junior, and senior girl who had new alumns in our We were sorry to say to Thae Reitzel community. goodbye improved most scholastically during the past year. A Murdock Her husband. Reverend Kay Hoyt Haynes (California '46). silver tray is given to the outstanding senior to keep William Barton of St. Andrews church Episcopal for one her name is on it and then year; engraved Marriages : has gone East to become the associate secretary of it is given again next year to the next outstanding the Division of the Alice Hodges (Oregon) to Pat O'Brien. Leadership Training department senior. A silver dish award is given the senior of Christian Education of the Episcopal church. The Joanne Blaxall (Oregon State) to G. W. Bartu. outstanding scholastically on the same plan. A new post took the Murdock family to Greenwich, Dorothy McCabe (Oregon State) to Douglas Olsen, nut spoon with Gamma Phi Beta engraved on it is Connecticut, where Reverend Barton took his new May 23. given to each of the three girls who have improved post on October II. Mildred Darling (Oregon State) to Edward B. the most scholastically during the past year in the The Peninsula area continues to be well repre DeGrott, in July. sophomore, junior, and senior classes. sented at the University of California at Berkeley. Beverly Kindley (Oregon State) to William R. We helped the Bradley chapter with a successful A group of six girls from Burlingame High School Lewis, August 17. fall rushing season, and are now eagerly awaiting all pledged Eta last fall. They are: Jane Abbott, Lucy Anita Campbell (Oregon State) to I^arry Nelson, the homecoming activities. Our young alumnae prac Covington, Kitty Huck, Laura Judin, Betty Linn, June 27. ticed hard for the alumnae stunt show. Everyone and Mikell Anne Peet. We are very of our Marthel Drysdale to proud enjoyed the picnic get-together with the husbands in (Oregon State) George new 12. pledges! October. Porter, June In we had our annual inter-city brunch for Joan Sears to Charles May Marjorie Macklin Neff (Oregon) McGIIvery, Sep the graduating seniors of the University of California tember 26. and San Jose State. It was held at the Peninsula Marriages : Births: Country Club. Jean Whitt Fromm (Oklahoma and Joan Severns (Bradley University '53) to Howard Wisconsin was in of the affair and did To Mr. and Mrs. W. R. '42) charge Roeder, March 19, 1953. Reynolds (Jane Furrow, tiic clever table decorations. Each graduate's favor Oregon) a son, Gary Wilson, in July. Marjorie Breedlove (Bradley University '52) to was a tiny doll dressed In brown cap and gown. To Mr. and Mrs. F. Custer Jessie William Rodgers, September 13, 1953. (Jean Clark, Oregon Wisnom as toastmistress spoke of what each girl had State) a daughter, Mary Frances, August 18. Marjorie Macklin (Bradley University '55) to done In her college career and what she had con To Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth (Barbara Ashla, LeRoy Neff, September 6, 1953. King tributed to Gamma Phi Beta. It was a beautiful Oregon State) a son, Jeffery, August 14. spring day and all those who attended from Palo Births: To Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Joplin (Joann Hutchinson, San San and the Oregon State) a in Alto, Berkeley, Jose, Francisco, To Mr. and Mrs. Warren Miller (Ilia Mae Moo- daughter, Heidi, January. Peninsula had a truly wonderful time. To Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gassman (Margaret berry, Bradley University '48), a son, James Our Northern California Council held a Inter-city Michael, May 22, 1953. Kern, Oregon State) daughter, Kathy, in May. its semi-annual meeting in San Jose at the Beta To Mr. and Mrs. Joe (Jane Crider, To Mrs. Donald Long (Jo.Anne Garrott, Bradley McHenry Theta chapter house, on October fifteenth. Delegates Oregon State) a daughter, Josie, October 11. University '51), a son, Douglas Donald, June 8, ten In area To Mr. and from alumna chapters this attended. The 1953. Mrs, R. Braun (Roberta Marshall, chairman this year was Helen Mangin who presided Oregon State) a daughter, Diane October 3. To Mr. and Mrs. Paul Petri (Jo Ann Wherry, Denise, over the discussion of public relations and member To Mr. and Mrs. W. Houck, Bradley '54), a daughter, Laura June. Ferguson (Gloria ship. Oregon State) a son, James December 1952, To Mr. and Mrs. Edward Velpel (Ginny Velpel, Alan, 3, In June we entertained our husbands at a barbecue To Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Putnam (Louise Goodwin, Bradley University '52), a daughter, Carol Anne, in the beautiful of and Mrs. F. M. a Linda garden Mr. January 3, 1953. Oregon) daughter, Louise, October 9. Donahoe (Nan Saunders, Lambda '30). Louise Soule To Mr. and Mrs. David Veblen To Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Garrott (Marilee Dyslin, (Shirley Casebeer, Shaw (U.C.L.A. '39) and Burris Bly Gillis (Cali Oregon) a daughter, Karen, October 8. Bradley University '50), a daughter, Ann, January were to our To Mr. and Mrs. fornia '39) in charge. In addition money- 1, 1953. John Cramer (Betty Bennett, for the Hillcrest we Oregon) a daughter, .'Knne 12. raising projects Juvenile Home, To Mr. and Mrs. Leo Scott, Jr, (Jill Holliday, Elizabeth, May try to have two parties a year for our husbands. To Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Edwards Bletz, Bradley University '51), a daughter, Sally Sue, (Nancy These have been lots of fun seem to us a Eric and bring all March 1, 1953. Oregon) son, Allan, August 15. closer To Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Ford Ore together. To Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Stamp (Harlene Green, (Fritzi Beltz, We started the fall season with a bridge luncheon gon) a daughter, Margaret, October 5. Bradley University '53), a daughter, Susan Kay. at the home of our president, Rut!i Burnap Cunning To Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Otten (Mary Ellen Mc ham (Ohio Wesleyan '35). We were happy to wel Curdy, Oregon) a daughter, Kathleen Ruth, in May. come two new members from Southern California; Portland Soule Shaw and Garvin Louise Mary Schuster, both Reno U.C.L.A. '39. Our annual movie benefit for children was held Louise Guldstrand Thume at the Moreland theatre through the kindness of Mrs. At Christmas time the Reno Alumnae and its Kenneth Cockerline (Geneva Stebnoa, Oregon). Many Junior Group celebrated with parties and exchange Gamma Phi with of Marriages: Betas children attended and en gifts. The Junior Group worked all year making doll joyed the afternoon movie. The benefit was well clothes in various sizes which they placed on Margaret Cleary Kimball to Phillip Felkins, in planned by Mrs. Donald Johnson (Jean Rawson, sale for Christmas shoppers. This to be a June. proved Oregon). very profitable project. The Juniors have also been Dorothy Edinger to David Hill. Fall rushing at University of Oregon and Oregon collecting clothing for the Korean war victims under Sharon Winklebleck to James A. Coles. State welcomed 50 new pledges altogether. Both the very able of Kathleen Robin Hazeltine to Merritt Robinson, in Septem chairmanship Sweeny. Nu and Chi have quota systems on the campus. In the House of Mrs. ber. February Board, consisting We held a successful rummage sale on November Georgianna Kane, Mrs. Ethel Herman, and Elvina Jeanne Ruth Murphy to Kenneth Holmes Cribbins. 5. During the summer Mrs. Fred MacDonald (Ethel- Doherty sponsored a puppet show at the Patricia Marshall to Scott Smyth, in June. chapter Marie Duffy, Washington) and Mrs. David Sande house. Mrs. Carole Bay and her Mrs. Carl Kay Musselman to Frank Johnson, in April. mother, berg (Lucille Kraus, Oregon) gave us storage room Gothschalck, are well known for their puppet show for our collections. Mary Evelyn Smith was chair in Reno. Births: man for the The project. Reno alumnae held a very successful bridge Mrs. Tack Edson Kraemer, Sweaters and skirts are To Mr. and (Jean donated at meetings for luncheon in March. A lovely lunch was served and a David 23, Portland California '47), .son. Kr.aemer, January deserving high school girls who need many Reno women took this opportunity to entertain 1953. clothing. This is promoted by Panhellenic for their their friends. Marshall To .Mr. and Mrs. Bruce D. (Helen clothes closet plan. Mrs, John Dundore (Genevive For several years the Reno alumna; have cele a David Glassgow. California '47), son, Douglas, Clancy, Oregon) and Mrs, William Carney (Virginia brated the birthday of Alpha Gamma at the Univer 1953. Lees, our at of Tanuary 22, Oregon) represent chapter Panhellenic sity Nevada. At this time the past presidents Murdock To Rev, and Mrs, William B. (Thae meetings this year. Mrs. Leola MacDonald and Mrs. Shirley McKenna California a Ellen Kate, We celebrated Founders on November 16 with were honored for Reitzel, '47), daughter, Day their work in the past year. Mrs, Tune 8. 1953. a dinner at the Cape Cod Tea Room. Mrs. William and Phylis Frye Mrs. Julie Pangborn were insulled To Mr. and Mrs. Frank T. (Mary Diepen Moersch (Loreli was in as Draeger Stewart, Oregon State) presidents for the coming year. Summer plans California a .son. Mathew, Septem charge of the party. Mrs. Earl were made for a brock, '47), James Bolliger (Marjorie cooked food sale, a picnic. The ber 21, 1953. Junior, Oregon) was vocalist during the program. Junior volunteered to clean help and paint. The up- THE CRESCENT 47

stairs of the chapter house. The evening was con Marriage: In October we had a luncheon meeting at the ice cream home of Mrs. Trott in Marin cluded with a real birthday party including Marcia Ann Crittenden (Lake Forest '53) to country Byron lovely and birthday cake. Robert Bowen, August, at Rockford. County. in The Junior alumnae held a lovely luncheon for the We observed Founders Day in November and senior girls in May at the Riverside Theater Birth: December we plan a Christmas party for alumnae Restaurant. Decorations were a maypole with paper To Mr. and Mrs. Howard Bell, Jr. (Nadine members and their husbands. around it. Each received a carna the we all work towards dolls dancing girl Bright, University of Iowa '51), a son, Howard During year energetically our which our tion corsage. Those honored were Beverly Miles, Edward III, September 21, 1953. big spring rummage sale, supports Betty Cristani, Peggy Bell, Joan Foster, Elsie various philanthropies. and We are looking forward A new junior alumnae group has been organized Shaver, Marge Terry. Sacramento to having them in our group. for newly graduated members. Our chapters look We would like to extend an invitation to all Gamma Phi Beta alumnae of Sacramento installed forward to meeting new Gamma Phi Betas, so please, Gamma Phi Betas coming to Reno to call Phylis their new slate of officers in the Spring: president, if you are new to San Francisco call our president, Davis at Montrose 4-8067. Frye, 34914, or Julie Pangborn, 27947. We would Mrs. William S. Parker (Arizona) ; Mrs. E. C. ilrs. Robert love to have them join our group. Donnelly, vice-president (Nevada); Mrs. Norman D. Margaret Loader Davis Carole Bay Smith, secretary (Arizona) ; Margaret Grifiith, treas Marriages : urer (California) ; and Mrs. Frank Hickock, secre tary (Oregon State). Lorraine Oberg (California) to Leo Heneghan, Richmond 1953. We decided to support our local Junior Museum summer, as a new was Woodward to Charles Hummel, Highlighting the activities in Province VIII this project. It featured in Life magazine. Virginia (Oregon) The Museum is a collection of animals and summer, 1953. Spring was the Province conference held in beautiful displays of wild Catherine (California) to Earl historic WiUiamsburg, Virginia, March 20-22. The life especially interesting to children. The Dyer Raymond, animals be taken home the children for 1953. position of general chairman of the conference was may by at a on a rental basis. Lorna Ann Walsh (Nevada) to William Shepard, ably filled by Miriam Dickens Wall (William and short periods time library The Museum is local and or 1953. Mary *52). She was capably assisted by Ann Mason supported by people Mr. O. E. husband of our Pyllis Moore (Oregon State) to S. S. Perez, 1953. (William and Mary '52) who was chairman of the ganizations. Close, Gladys was the first Director and both are still banquet. Sally Woods of Birmingham-Southern was (Stanford) Birth: elected chairman at the conference. Mrs. William active committee members. We donate money and time and have our name on a over To Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Nottoff (Carol Whitton, Kersey was official delegate elected to represent the bronze plaque a Ann Richmond alumnae. the Owl exhibit. Mrs. B. J. Harjer (Oregon), Joyce California), daughter, Blakesley, September 6, Schwaner and Fox are 1953. Alpha Chi entertained with a buffet supper on Fri (Oregon) Marj (Stanford) day night and on Saturday there was a Panhellenic donating time and others will act as guides, office luncheon at the Williamsburg Inn with Richmond, assistants, etc. San Diego Norfolk and WiUiamsburg alumnae as hostesses. After For a money raising event we had our second an 1 he San alumnae of Gamma Phi the luncheon there was a tour of colonial Williams nual barn dance or "Sky Lark" in the hanger at the Diego chapter Schwaner's the kindness of and Beta honored and welcomed graduating seniors at burg and a mock rushing party at the chapter house. airport through John a on at our Schwaner. The was decorated like a patio supper June 8 the home of presi The activities of the conference were climaxed by Joyce building on a farm. An able committee headed dent, June Skalecky. a banquet Saturday night held in Williamsburg garden by Ada Marie Dawson University) as Lodge. Arleen Donnelly and Alice Worth had charge. (Washington scholarship chairman presented the idea of a per The alumnae of Richmond with help from the Dancing and games were followed by refreshments which consisted of box lunches auctioned to the men petual scholarship trophy to be presented to College national office were able to send ten underprivileged and their chosen Panhellenic. We are so proud of this project we hope girls to a Girl Scout Camp which Is located in partners. We celebrated Founders with a breakfast and our Greek-letter girls will earn the trophy this year. Forest Hill Park In Richmond. The girls were there Day to dinner dance. Four happy little girls were awarded campships to for a two week session. are looking forward the annual Mary M. Hayes local Camp Fire Camp at Cuyamaca. To entertain rushees from this vicinity a "cook The annual Orchid Ball was presented by the out" was planned at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. Birth: Junior alumnas section on August 7, chairmanned by H. Schellenberg, with Mr. Schellenberg acting as To Mr. and Mrs. Clinton M. Jordan (B. J. Patricia Fry. The lovely La Jolla Beach "chef." There were eleven rushees who attendedi a Ann and Tennis Club has just the right atmosphere for most of them going to William and Mary. Binney, Stanford), daughter, Elizabeth, March 1953. dreamy summer formals and orchids flown from the This fall we were happy to welcome two new mem 15, islands for the occasion. Pat reports that everyone bers to our group�Mrs. William J. Smollen had fun at a "Husbands Welcome" bridge party (Charlotte Swanson, University of Wisconsin '52) San Antonio on September 25. A choice of desserts from trays and Mrs. Kenneth L. Schmidt (Pat Roseberry, Ohio San Antonio Gamma Phi Betas lost a very active of man-sized servings appealed to the husbands. Wesleyan '53). member when Mrs. Austin Hill Thelma (McGee) (Idaho), relaxed and Mrs Sydney Hyman (Mildred Tatum) McNary moved to Houston. On June 20, we gave a coffee in enjoyed the scenery this summer while husband her honor at the home of Mrs. N. B. Helms (Ruth Roland participated in art courses at Banff. Other Marriage : O'Hara). Many of our members who are unable to members took trips to Oregon, New Mexico, and Shirley (Alpha Chi '51) to WiUiam Francis attend meetings regularly turned out for this lovely Nevada, while the stay-at-homes enjoyed monthly Smith. party. social meetings In our own "Tourist Paradise." On February 25, we were very pleased to have The August meeting featured a silent auction Births: Mrs. Stella Jo LeMasters, Province Alumnas Secre which is fun, helps swell the treasury, and relieves tary, visit us. members of those really lovely things that they just To Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Toms (Elizabeth Newman, In August San Antonio alumnae and their hus never use. Sigma '42), a daughter, Nancy Katherine, March bands enjoyed a buffet supper and swimming party . Jane Crownlngshield Whilden, program chairman, 24, 1953. at the ranch home of Marion Hord Wilson. This year outlined plans for the year including our most im To Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Johnson (Carol Cowan, Is the second year we have had a swimming party portant meeting, the Founders Day dinner held on Alpha Chi '54), a son. Carle Sanford, August 4. there. We had so much fun that we plan to make It November 11, and the Christmas Party planned for an annual affair. December 8, with Its unique gift exchange, and good Rockford-Belvidere We have recently welcomed to our group Mrs. will offering to give a needy family a cherry holiday. Robert St. John (Edith Southard) and Mrs. WiUiam Mrs. Arthur Green, Province VII South Director, The Rockford alumnae held the first meeting of the Cozard (Clare Williams). New alumnae In San met with us September 23. We welcome her leader Fall 21 at September the home of Jean Jackson Lar Antonio are asked to call Mrs. R. C. Carnes, ship and the Inspiration of her enthusiasm for the sen, our president for this year. We have welcomed U6-5548. work and fellowship in Gamma Phi Beta. two new our faces to our small group since last Lucy Ann Wilson Gamma Phi Betas in the San Diego area are letter. They are Nadine Bright Bell (Iowa '51) and urged to call Mrs. F. H. Skalecky at Tl-1349 If they Connie Carlson Anderson (Illinois '48). Marriage: have not already joined the alumnae chapter, ,We looked back on two successful summer rushing Mary Jane Turner (Alpha Zeta '51) to Vincent J. Eva L. Ritchie parties which were planned by Jeanne Nelson Clift. Lanning III, June 27, 1953, at San Antonio. In June we entertained girls going to the Uni Marriages : Births: versity of Illinois for spring rushing. They appreci Virginia Janney (San Diego State College '53) ated shown movies of being the Illinois campus. On To Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Carnes (Eleanor Lang to Dural Williams, June 19, 1953, at San Diego, 25 we had a at the a Carol August lovely rushing party worthy, Syracuse University '48), daughter, Carol Culver (San Diego State College '51) to Coach and near ar Four Marengo. Jean had Elise, December 20, 1952. Jack Fletcher, June 28, 1953, at Carson City, Nev. for a show and tea which was en and Archer William ranged style very To Mr. Mrs. Philip (Betty Lois Large (San Diego State CoUege '52) to joyable. son, University of Texas '44), a daughter, Helen George W. Dissinger, September 20, 1953, at San Basements and garages of all our members Pamela, October 9, 1952. Diego. bulged with rummage all Fall for our December To Mr. and Mrs. Miller Campbell (Martha High sale. The raised at our money spring rummage sale tower), a daughter, Martha Frances, November 20, San Fernando Valley was put to good use. We were able to give camp 1952. ships to two local girls, and we have continued spon Alumnae of the San Fernando Valley are happy to for a the ranks of alumna; sorship of speech therapy seriously handicapped San Francisco join full-fledged chapters, having six-year-old girl. Her rapid progress has been gratify received their charter in June. The group is full ing to us. Members of the San Francisco alumnae chapter of enthusiasm for the year ahead, and has many Gamma Phi Betas new in Rockford are urged to met September 8 at the home of Mrs. Glenn Cross, activities planned under the leadership of Mrs. caU Mrs. R. A. Larsen at 7-4934. vice-president, and learned of the wonderful program Vernon Joyce (Parna LaZelle, Michigan State). Cynthia Koerber Patterson she has mapped out for the year. However, feeling that summer is a time for relaxa- 48 THE CRESC E.\T

"Mrs. Mc- tion, all activities were suspended with the exception Inauguration date was in April. Ruth Green, gave a dramatic reading of the play, alumnae of a delightful evening of swimming and dancing Province VII Director and honored guest, delighted Thing" in February to a group of sixty-hve of Lois at the North Hollywood home of Mrs. John W. us by installing the new officers. and their guests at the beautiful home to be Wilson (Marguerite Atteberry, Missouri) in August. All Southern California Gamma Phi Betas and Braden Nutter (Washington). This proved to have First item on our agenda for FaU was a visit many Panhellenic delegates were invited to a tea such a popular event that we are planning from our Province Alumnae Secretary, Mrs. Joseph on May 6 for Florence Martin at the Alpha Iota two of them during the coming year. of the L. Picard of Tucson, on October 9. A luncheon house. Margaret Murphy, inter-city delegate and The fiftieth anniversary of the founding with a meeting was held in her honor. Carla Brown were co-chairmen of the Santa Monica Lambda chapter was celebrated in house. A rummage asle was held the latter part of committee to make some of the refreshments. banquet, a tour of the campus and an open Clarke Tibbets October, which added a considerable sum to our We are very proud of the job that Jean Rogers Thelma Ehrenberg Brady and Jeanette with treasury, and another sale is planned for next did on helping to compile the new directory of attended and renewed acquaintances many Russell spring. Southern California Gamma Phi Betas. Also, we school friends. Jeanette's mother, Louise Helen Wetzel Mrs. Robert E. Smith (Dorothy Nicholson, wish to express our gratitude to Phyllis Peterson for Clarke of Seattle, and her aunt, of Lambda U.S.C.), our very capable delegate to San Fernando her untiring efforts during her two years as president Giboney of Veradale, were both founders celebrate the Valley Panhellenic, is serving that group as presi and for the splendid work she did as our delegate to chapter and they were present to help dent this year, and we are indeed proud of the job the Convention at Coronado. gala occasion. in she is doing. We are happy to report that we have increased our The Province Convention Vancouver, B.C., Our group meets the second Wednesday of each active paid membership from 17 to 30 in the last May 15-18, was thoroughly enjoyed by our delegate, Bloom her sister Helen Bloom month, in the evening, and all alumnse in the year. New alumnae in town are urged to call Gladys Marjorie Jones, Pickrell Whittemore San Fernando Valley are invited to join us. Anyone Jamieson (Mrs. Nevin J.) at EXbrook 7-0913 if (Idaho) and Estelle (Idaho). a International wishing to contact the group should call Mrs. Harold they have not already joined an alumnae group. Mrs. Penny Simonson, former Barich at STate 4-3076. Grand President and our present International Pan Mrs. Carl A. hellenic was traveling through Spokane Stutsman, Jr. Seattle Delegate, at the time of our May meeting and we felt fortu As fall our and efforts turn nate to have her as our and interesting Santa Barbara-Ventura approaches, thoughts charming once again to ways and means of replenishing the guest. The Santa Barbara-Ventura alumnae met on coffers of our alumna treasury. Our second annual In May the following newly-elected officers as October 5, to receive our Province VII South candy sale netted over $300 last year and the sumed their duties: president, (re-elected) Marjorie Director, Mrs. J. L. Picard, of Tucson, Ariz., who rummage sale which was successfully staged in con Bloom Jones (Idaho); vice-president, Dorothy Hall was on a tour of the Province. The alumnae offi junction with the Mothers' club brought in another Pierson (Idaho) ; treasurer, Margaret Benham cers entertained Mrs. Picard at dinner and then good-sized sum. We presented the Vancouver camp Fetzer (Idaho) ; secretary, Joyce Becker (Idaho) ; went on to the dessert meeting at the home of Mrs. with a physician's scale, awarded the annual Winifred and corresponding secretary, Marjorie Biswell Wat Kermit Williams. S. Haggett scholarship, printed a new Gamma Phi son (Oregon). The chapter donated funds to send a local girl Beta directory and sent out a monthly news letter, A barbecue supper was held in June at Helen to Girl Scout camp last summer. so now we are ready to replace the funds which we Murrow Nelson's attractive home. Mimeographed Our members are active in Panhellenic. Mrs. used for these things. sheets of Gamma Phi Beta and college songs were William Todd of Ventura is Panhellenic president in We were proud to be awarded a $10 prize at the distributed and most of us wandered onto the Ventura; Mrs. Kay Suffolk is vice-president of the Province Convention last spring for being the alumnae spacious rear lawn to sing songs old and new. The Santa Barbara group; and a member of our chapter group showing the most improvement in magazine Greek-letter girls had to help the alumnae considerably will take the presidency in February. Mrs. John sales for the last two years. with some of the catchy new tunes and there was Rathbone has been very active in Santa Barbara Our SOth anniversary celebrations were most suc much fun and laughter. Panhellenic. She worked hard on the fashion show cessful and well attended by both Seattle alumnae A photograph which was taken of our girls held October 9. The proceeds go toward scholarships and many out-of-towners from Mexico, California, representing different schools: Margaret Trefren, for senior women students. Gamma Phi Beta sold Idaho, Oregon, Canada and many parts of our own L'^niversity of Idaho; Eve Nolan, University of a lot of tickets and helped to provide refreshments. state. Through the very generous contributions re Washington; Julie Rothrock, University of Ari Mrs. Roy Pinkerton had charge of our Founders ceived, as a result of the celebration announcements, zona; and Janet Monoghan, University of Oregon; Day meeting in November. we were able to present to the University, a drinking appeared in the June 27 edition of The Spokesman Nadine M. Cook fountain to be located on the campus. It will bear Review newspaper. a bronze plaque with the names of the four men who A former president of our alumnae chapter, Alice Santa Monica were instrumental in getting the local chapter on Van Every Worth (University of California '33) the campus. has been visiting in Spokane. She now lives in The Santa Monica alumnas began the year with a Our contribution to the rushing season each fall Sacramento and participates in the alumnae chapter new meeting plan. Our business meeting now begins consists of three things which are the current topics activities there.

a social � at 11 A.M., followed by luncheon and of conversation a committee keeps the chapter house We held a successful rummage sale in October those members with children afternoon. In this way well supplied with lovely flower arrangements; we with Ruth Coffey Morris (Idaho), as chairman. The can be home before school is dismissed. plan, provide the refreshments and serve at prefer sale is our best single source of revenue. Founders Day was marked by some of our mem ence tea during rush week. Everyone works hard at Marjorie Biswell Watson bers attending Beta Alpha's celebration while others merging the efforts of the Greek-letter chapter and the : met with the Alpha Iota chapter where Lucy Rawn alumnae group so that Gamma Phi Beta can an Marriages gave a short history of Gamma Phi Beta. nounce with pride a new pledge class of Gamma Joanne Carpenter (University of Idaho *54) to T. At our November meeting we all signed our Phi Beta "Nuggets" as we did last fall. J. Jones, III. at Boise, Idaho, July 4, '53. names on a birthday card to Mrs. Edith Fitzgerald Dorothy S. O'Brien Dianne Gallagher (Oregon State '53) to Stanley (Edith Stevens, Beta), who was 86. We still regard Robert Summers, Jr., June 20 at Spokane. : her as one of our members, although sRe is no Marriages longer able to attend meetings. JoAnne Cook (Washington '55) to Richard Bur Births: December's meeting was at the Del Mar Beach dick. To Mr. and Mrs. James Crockett (Pat Hubbcrd, a luncheon� no Club for "no-hostess" strictly fun, Donna Moore (Washington *53) to Drew Miller. Idaho '52), a daughter. Colleen, October 31, 1952. business. Dody Weist (Washington *54) to Ferdinand To Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Cullen (Betty Mazna, In showed us movies of the Schmitz January Kay Sampson Jr, Idaho *44), a son, Kelly James, September 10, 1953. Gamma Phi Beta Camp Sechelt. We enjoyed them so Arlene Smith (Washington '53) to George Lowe. To Mr. and Mrs. George Jackson (June Semple, much since Sechelt is one of our Proctor Camp philanthropies Terry (Washington *53) to Robert Edgars. Oregon State '44), a son, George Harold, June 9, and we could see the good it was going the children. 1953. Birth: A canasta-bridge, dessert benefit was held in March To Mr. and Mrs. Dale Johnsen (Betty Burbie, at the home of Mrs. mother of To Lt. and Mrs. F. lovely Stoltenberg, John Shaw, Jr. (Sally Bald Idaho '45), a daughter, Cindy Lou, April 16, 1953. Carla Brown, to raise money for the campships wc win, Washington), a son, John F. Shaw, III, August To Mr. and Mrs. Truman Journey (Donna Kjose, to the Girl the U.C.L.A. 1953 in San Clemente. give Y.W.C.A., Scouts, 4, Idaho '53), a daughter, Donna Christine, January 2, Religious Conference and Camp Sechelt. We also 1953. fare for a counselor from give partial transportation Spokane To the Reverend and Mrs. Jack D. Livingston Alpha Iota to the Denver Gamma Phi Beta Camp. (Jessie Whitman, California and University of Cali Elections were held with the results: When we members of the alumnae following Spokane chap fornia at Los Angeles '45), a daughter, Eleanor president, Marge Freyermuth; vice-president, Gladys ter learned through Beatrice Welch MacLeod (Wash Sylvia, July 10, 1953. Jamieson; recording secretary, Kay Sampson; cor ington), who was director during the summer of To Mr. and Mrs. Jolm Marchi (Dorothy Bayne, 1952 at the Gamma Phi Beta for under responding secretary, Margaret Eginton; treasurer, Camp Idaho '43), a daughter, Susan Ellen, July 9, 1953. We are to that Marion Betty Dixon. proud report privileged children, that the only phonograph avail To Mr. and Mrs. William Scammel, Jr. (Frances Ternstrom is of the Alpha Iota corporation able to the for music to their president children, accompany Stanton, Washington '41), a son, Kirk John, March board. On that board too are Jean Reel, Helen Storrs folk and square dancing, was a very old one that 7, 1953. and Maydee Leliman. Gladys Jamieson is serving had to be wound by hand, we sent them an electric To Mr. and Mrs. J. Burke Williamson, Carolyn on the Beta board. and ten dollars with which to a Alpha corporation phonograph join Johanson, Idaho '51), a son, Steven, September 18, Our newly elected president, Marge Freyermuth, phonograph record service. Beatrice showed us 1952. went to Province Convention at San Jose State Col moving pictures of the excellent camp and the beauti lege. While there she led a discussion of aspects of ful site on the coast at Sechelt, B. C., where the camp pledge advisors' responsibilities. is located. Springfield A cocktail and Otto the week Christmas we enter party given by Marge Freyer During following The high point of the year for the Springfield the Orchid Ball to be so tained the Greek-letter were muth before proved enjoy girls who home from Gamma Phi Betas was the workshop in May for able to the 15 couples of the group who attended school and their mothers with a pleasant "morning Province II East and West combined. Our lunch that we arc planning another party with our hus coffee" at the ilanito Golf Club. eon was memorable for the address of the Rev. soon. talented bands, Spokane's actress, Dorothy Darby Smith, Dr. Richard Hoefler. At the manquct our Interna- THE CRESCENT 49

tional Grand President, Mrs. Dippell, read from St. Louis Geraldine Fell (Missouri '53) to William C. the minutes of the first meetings of the four Lenox, August 22, 1953. The year began with the installation of new officers. Founders, and Mrs. John Debert (Sue Knapp, Shirley Hibberd (Washington University '52) to A pot-luck supper at the home of Beatrice Kotsrean Northwestern) urged us to appreciate the hidden J. J. Poeschel, Jr., September 26, 1953. was followed by an enjoyable musicale with our own beauty of our lives. At the banquet, also, the Alpha Joyce Mings (Washington University '53) to Lt. girls as the participating artists�Josephine Kumbera Nu members gave a demonstration of rushing tech James N. McCready, 20, 1953. Clara July on Marschel, Tarling Marsalek and Jean Zeitler niques. At the Panhellenic breakfast Sunday Joyce Dwyer (Washington University '50) to Meyer. morning, Mrs. Charles C. Andrews of Detroit showed Randolph Wilmering, June 20, 1953. Province III Conference under the able leader colored slides of Mackinac Island, the setting for Barbara Youngmeyer (Washington University '51) ship of Florence Daugherty and Ruth Hay, Province the next Convention. to Horatio C. Wood, IV, October 3, 1953. officers, was a gala time for Phi chapter and the The annual subscription bridge was successful, Valerie Blaes (Missouri '50) to William C. Sulli St. Louis alumnae chapter. Dorothy Schnebelen and and many alumnas contributed salads to help the van, June 6, 1953. Lois Rapps did an outstanding job in taking care Alpha Nu chapter during parents' week-end. The of local arrangements and we hope our guests en Births: June luncheon in honor of the seniors was again joyed and profited from the Conference as much as held at the Springfield Country Club. Mary Weimer To Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McGovern (Ingeborg we did. was the recipient of the Gamma Phi Beta bracelet Hartleb, Washington University '45), a daughter, After the Conference we settled back to less given by the Springfield alumnas to the Greek-letter Christine Anne, October 23, 1952. strenuous activities. In May, the lovely home of member who has contributed the most to the To Mr. and Mrs. John T. Moberly (Lillian Bar Genevieve Smith Reynolds, was the setting for our sorority. A gift was also presented to the house ron, Washington University '43), a son, John T., regular meeting and a lesson on flower arrangement mother, Mrs. Bedell, who has contributed greatly Jr., December 18, 1952. was given by the head of a school of floral design. to the chapter. To Dr. and Mrs. John W. Fries (Clara Ruester, Our annual picnic was held at the home of Marguerite The alumnae rushing party was held at the home Missouri '48), a son, John William, Jr., April 13, Francis Burns with the June graduates and new of Mrs. George Beardshaw (Naomi Grant, Akron). 1953. residents of the St. Louis area as honor guests. Some forty rushees were invited. To Mr. and Mrs. Russell Schwartz (Rosemary A midsummer Innovation was the puppet show Gamma Phi Betas new In the area are invited Eisenmenger, Washington University '47), a son, held on the spacious tree shaded lawn at the home to call our president, Rosemary Sundberg, 818 Peter David, February 6, 1953. of Jo Kraeger. It was a great success with children, South Fountain Avenue, at 3-6144. To Mr. and Mrs. Ray Scholin (Virginia Young- husbands and guests enjoying shadow puppets, hand Isabel Kleuh men, Missouri a Suzanne, May 30, and marlonetts. A fish '51), daughter, puppets pond, grab bag, 1953. balloons and refreshments added much to the merri : To Mr. and Mrs. James Myles (Gladys Hecker, Marriages ment. Washington University '38), a son, James Hecker, Ann Ritter to D. Marks. August found us concerned with the more serious J. May 29, 1953. Sandra Loven to Paul Adamuscin. business of rushing. We entertained girls going to the To Mr. and Mrs. Karl E. Holderle, Jr. (Beatrice Joan Sailer to Charles Kernitz. University of Missouri with a smorgasbord at the Reppell, Washington University '57), a son, Karl to Glenn. home of Virginia and Joyce Luecke. The St. Louis Phyllis Ulery George E., Ill, May 22, 1953. group had voted to increase Its assistance to Alpha To Mr. and Mrs. Richard Daane (Nancy Kotsrean Delta this year not only in rushing but it has estab '48), a son, Peter, March 26, 1953. lished an award for the girl making the greatest im State College To Mr. and Mrs. Harold W. Neusitz (Elinor provement In scholarship. The award will be given Furtney, Washington University '45), a son, Kurt The State College alumnse had a busy spring next spring at Alpha Delta's alumns weekend Harold, June 25, 1953. schedule. In March, we had our annual coffee hour program. To Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Welton (Nancy for the senior girls of the Greek-letter chapter, at Phi chapter's rush week early in September kept White, Nebraska and Minnesota '49), a son, James Mildred Garber's lovely home. One of the highlights us all busy. We are delighted to hear that both Phi William, July 1, 1953. of the affair was the presentation of the Anna Strong and Alpha Delta had a most successful rushing sea To Mr. and Mrs. Lucien E. Erickson (Carole Tracy Memorial award to the senior girl with the son and each chapter has pledged a group of out Baldwin, Washington '50), a son, William Earl, highest all college average. The recipient was Barbara standing girls. July 21, 1953. Denniston, a local girl, who was given a sterling We are now placing new emphasis on our philan To Mr. and Mrs. Porter Reece (Sue Harris, silver sauce ladle. thropic program this year. Marion Mueller Yocum, Missouri '50), a son, Gregory Porter, July 21, 1953. In April we went in a group to the City Panhel our president-elect, went to Vancouver as a camp To Mr. and Mrs. Robert Eblnger Sally Clapp, lenic reception in the lounge of one of the college counselor and her report of their work has given Missouri '48), a son, Scott Richard, August 6, 1953. dormitories for highschool seniors and their mothers, us new enthusiasm. We sent two little girls to the To Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence E. Stream (Joan in order to acquaint the guests with sororities and local Girl Scout camp at Cedarledge. Our latest proj Abbott, Washington University, 45), a son, Douglas, women. ect, under the leadership of Nedra Peck Doder, Is a sorority August 6, 1953. entertainment for in various homes The May meeting was held at the home of our new program of people alumnas president, Eleanor Lindstrom (Wisconsin for the aged. It Is our feeling that much Is done for children but the old are often at '49). Eleanor joined our group last fall and has forgotten except Stockton, Calif. been an ardent worker ever since. Work was started holiday time. Our plan is to provide a short musical A new year began for Stockton alumnae members on the brown and mode pin cushions for favors program, group singing and simple refreshments. On October 5 during a meeting in Mrs. for fall rushing. our first visit we went to Memorial Home on October Joseph Phillips' home when Mrs. 15 and others are scheduled later. Richard Swayne began her term as The summer brought some of us together for re This we have with our annual president. unions. News of friends came out at Lorraine Gra year dispensed Plans were made for an autumn luncheonette and ham Radebach's In Pearl Gwin Horrobin has Christmas bazaar and Instead, we are concentrating June. �the our on the sale of cards. bridge party first public, benefit event ever moved to West Chicago, R.D. #2, Box 978. Kay all of efforts Christmas Eleanor and are In staged by the two-year-old alumnae chapter. Dippel Frostle is in her new home In the country Hemminger Jo Kraeger charge Another "first" was if we our be celebrated when announce at Smiths Chadds Pa. Ruth and do not make quota it will not Bridge Road, Ford, ment was the fault of our enthusiastic chairman. The cards made that Miss Carol Leonardini of Zang Potts Is enjoying life and seeing the west. was were Stockton pledged to Eta chapter at the Uni She is living in San Diego. featured at the October bridge and silver tea which was the first social event of our winter versity of California during fall rushing. Lillian Merkle Baldwin had a reunion for her major a season. Carol, junior, Is the first Stockton girl classmates in pledged August. to the in at least Alumnae in St. Louis area may call : Mrs. John nearby chapter 15 years and The first fall meeting was held at Helen Guthrie's E. Pettet (Geraldine Epp) VErnon�2-0959. local alumnae are very happy about It. home in September. Helen is the new advisor to Elizabeth W. Owens Other new Stockton alumnas chapter officers are the Greek-letter Plans were for chapter. completed Mrs. William H. Woodward, vice-president; Mrs. fall Vada Morris Leffier is senior advisor rushing. Marriages : Robert Sigler, secretary; Mrs. Fred Ferroggiaro, for Panhellenic on the campus and has been very Peggy Miller (Washington University '51) to treasurer; Mrs. Frank D. Ruhstaller, membership busy. Kay Betts De Boer is president of Panhel Kenneth Reynolds, October 4, 1952, Belleville, 111. chairman, and Mrs. Carroll R. Doty, publicity chair lenic and our alumnae rushing chairman. Rosemary Ramsey (Washington University *39) man. Mrs. Clifford Maybeck Is junior past president. New members we have welcomed this are. year to John H. Powell, May 2, 1953. Marcia G. Doty Joy Garber, Beverly Corman Hickey, Lois Richard Lizetie Wetteroth (Washington University '45) to son Carney, Gallop and Births: Virginia Czeky, Jeanne Marvin Marsh, AprU 4, 1953. Chew. To Mr. and Mrs. Richard Joan Marie Carter (Washington University '54) to Swayne (Jane Rothe, Your Crescent will welcome correspondent any Donald Calvin Morgan, May 9, 1953. University of CaUfornia '47), a son, David Jackson, news items for the next letter due first. 1953. February Virginia Kenton (Missouri '42) to B. T. Gerber, June 18, Her address Is 320 Adams State Avenue, (College, June 28, 1952. To Mr. and Mrs. Fred L. Ferroggiaro (Mary Jo Pa. of Betty Belknap (Washington University '52) to Muldoon, University California '49), a son, Alumnae new town In are asked to call Mrs. George James A. Brown, Jr., April 17, 1953, Kansas City, Frederick Angelo, II, September 25, 1953. Leffler, 405 Arbor Way, at 4120. Mo. Thelma Eberb Green Mary Frances Palmer (Washington University '52) to Kenneth C. Schnitlus, June 5, 1953. Syracuse Marriage : Joan Kemoll (Washington University *54) to The Syracuse alumna; entertained the seniors in Theodore 1953. the at the home Reva Lincoln (Alpha Upsilon '37) to Robert Louis Berger, June 13, spring of Mrs. Alan Prescott (Har Ann to Lt. Neal riet Dabold A Messier, August 2, 1953. Mary Fleming (Missouri '52) '32). delicious supper was served by Curtis Petitt, March 21, 1953. Mrs. Prescott and her committee. Mrs. Ralph Kresge Hansinea Aldin Birth: (Washington University '52) to (Aleda Stagg) gave an enthusiastic report on her Sidney Chase, February 14, 1953. trip to Montreal as our alumnae representative to To Mr. and Mrs. M. Brown (Alice James Dag Jane Hedges (Washington University '52) to Province conference. The highlight of the evening a Amy Lawrence, July 1953. gett), daughter, 30, Lt. Donald Monroe, July 3, 1953, Houston, Tex. was an interesting, informal talk on a South Ameri- 50 THE CRESCENT

Gloria can trip, by Mrs. Roscoe Martin (Texas '26). Her tion service May 31, five alumns from South Bend tion. Pat SInnett Flynn (Northwestern) and Gamma husband. Professor Martin, chairman of the Political entered the fold and they have high hopes of organiz De Silva Gierke (Northwestern) are otlier was one an active We Science department at Syracuse University ing alumns group In this area. Phi Betas who were queens in recent years. (Iowa of five men selected by the Brazilian government Seven Greek-letter girls and three alumns at are also proud of Grace Browning Poston

� � the Tri-City and United Nations, to fly down to South America tended and had a wonderful time their first Prov State) who was named as a director of and assist in a school for rela in the setting up public ince conference, held this year at Springfield, Ohio. Music Association. Grace had a featured part Maude tions for latin America. For this mission, three men Our future looks just as bright as our' past. We play last Christmas and sang the role of Lady of were selected from the United States, one from had a lovely rushing party In August at the Terre in the Quad-City Music Guild's production France and one Polish exile. Mrs. Martin was Haute Country Club and In September our final "Eileen." circles thrilled to be able to accompany her husband and initiation for alumns members was held at the Union Another Gamma Phi Beta active in dramatic received the we, certainly were thrilled with her descriptions of building at State Teachers College. Is Carol Karr Doyle (Illinois), who dramatic the people and places they saw. Our fervent hope is that Beta Pi will be one of trophy for the best actress in the Marshall The "Kum-bak" supper at the chapter house was, the strongest links In the chain of the finest sorority. contest. as always, a pleasant informal affair at which time Vera Maehling Raffetv The Tri-City Panhellenic had its annual spring one had a chance to meet old friends and get luncheon and style show at the Plantation Club In with Gamma Phi Beta sisters who have Moline Modelling for Gamma Phi Beta were SaUy acquainted Toledo not been back since their college days. This year Kirk Lundeen and Jackie Tatman Mathews. Jackie the alumns back for re-unions were asked to give Since- the last issue of The Crescent, Toledo is well known to television viewers in this area as any news of other Gamma Phi Betas not able to be alumns have been quite busy. Pat Scott. present. Miss Sarah Avery, celebrating her 55th Our March meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Marjorie Ott (Lake Forest) is teaching again this re-union, said, "the only way we, too, could celebrate Francis Davis who served her famous spaghetti and fall at Lincoln school in Park Island where she that re-union was to live long enough." Several alum chicken casserole. After a delightful dinner and the specializes In the training of handicapped children. nae from the class of '08 were present : Deidre gaining of several pounds we elected our new offi Marge is a water-skiing enthusiast and enjoyed the Mace Gowing, Norfolk, Va. and Jessie Page Heroy, cers. They are: Fitty Harrison, president; Pat Guest, Hawaiian beaches last summer. Dallas, Tex. Betty Ross Barnum ('28) gave a report vice-president; Betty Searles, recording secretary; Nan Romine (Iowa) sailed on the Queen Mary on her class' 25th reunion, Barbara Kelly Ensign Shirley Gordon, corresponding secretary; Lois Ann for a tour of Europe. We are looking forward to C33), Sheffield, Mass., spoke for her class's 20th Adams, treasurer; and LouAnn Nuffer, membership hearing about her trip when she returns December 17. reunion. Miss Katherine Sibley announced the new chairman. At this meeting the group also selected the Thirty-five rushees were entertained at our pink Woman's Building would be dedicated on October 30. Toledo Diabetic Camp as their spring and summer carnation picnic supper on August 4 at the de We were very interested to hear about all the won philanthropy. In order to raise money for the camp lightful summer home of Alice Berger. The rushees derful equipment, the pool, dance studio, bowling individual members exhibited their talents and cooked, were identified by their pink carnation name tags. immense alleys, gym and lounge for the commuting sewed, etc. Mrs. Davis launched the financial cam They also received favors of pink carnation earrings, students to use. This type of building has been paign by selling Gamma Phi Beta spoons presented made of rIck-rack. needed at sorely Syracuse. The Syracuse alumnae to her In 1907 at Beta chapter. Those of us receiving Alumns new to the Tri-City area are invited commissioned Hilda Grossman Taylor to paint Miss them consider ourselves very lucky. At this meeting to call Mrs. John Smithers, 2-4833, Moline for in which Sibley's portrait will be presented to the we also selected muscular dystrophy as our 1953-1954 formation about meetings. Women's Building. It has been hanging In the hall philanthropy. Jean Braunlick Greer at the chapter house and will be greatly missed. Our April meeting was held at the home of Lou- When the Famous Artists sum sponsored their last Ann Nuffer. Following installation of officers and our Marriages: mer at play Fayetteville High School, Gamma Phi business several members sold their wares meeting Gretchen Graves de Silva (Northwestern) to Beta alumnae sold tickets for the final Edward in connection our night. with diabetic philanthropy. Dr. William Stuhr, February 23, 1952. Everett Horton was the star in a comedy, "Nina." Howard Smith of Toledo to us about spoke the dia Jane Milow (Iowa) to David R. Thoensen, March When Dottie McElwain Will '45 and Ruth Black betic camp and explained Its operation and organiza 7, 1953. wood (Penn State) went backstage afterwards, Mr. tion. Diane Hawes (Illinois) to Dennis Summers, Sep Horton gave them $15 for our fund. Could It be he Our May meeting was held at the home of Betty tember 12, 1953. was smitten with Dottle's dimples and Ruth's very Searles. the business more wares Following meeting Jackie Tatman (Illinois) to Ben Matthews, 1952. pleasant personality? were sold and a financial of the from report receipts Priscilla Otis (Ilinois) to John Iciak, 1952. We had a on delightful picnic meeting the terrace these wares was given. A very interesting demonstra at Pat Pardee Ellis' The first last ('33). meeting tive talk was given by Jack and Edie Shears on Births: fall was a dessert meeting at Sue McCormick "Coppertones," pictures made by using tools and To Mr. and Mrs. Sherwoon Schlacters' ('47). We have long been interested in the chemicals on copper. Phillips (Ruth Vetter, a a Iowa), daughter, Martha Ann, September 1, 1952. Huntington Neighborhood Foundation, private We closed our spring season with a roast in June in on a To Mr. and Mrs. E. Hebbeln Bruns, agency Syracuse that works neighborhood at the home of Jeanne Dreyer, at which time J. (Helen a basis and has which include our Iowa State), daughter, October group programs parents Greek-letter members were our guests. Following Jennifer Lee, 1, and children. a summer 1952. There Is camp at West lots of good food we were entertained with soror To Mr. and Mrs. Glen E. Gierke Eaton Reservoir and a Tot Lot nursery group in ity songs by both Greek-letter and alumns members. (Gloria de Silva, the heart of where children Northwestern), a son, Glen 18, Syracuse underprivileged In September we met at Jeanne Dreyer's. A re Ervin, Jr., June can Two of our members are on 1952. go. the board of the port of the Diabetic Camp was given by Shirley Foundation: Mrs. Carleton Olm To Mr. and Mrs. Leo Hubner Mac Hommel, (Dorothy Gordon who served as a counsellor at the camp. (Lorraine stead '25) and Betty Ross Barnum. They introduced We also made plans to make felt Christmas stock Dowell, Iowa), a son. Jay Roger, June 6, 1953. the case worker for Miss Laura To Dr. and Mrs. Ben Sherrard Huntington, Colish ings to sell, with proceeds going towards our (Mary Bjork, who showed movies and outlined all the good things muscular dystrophy fund. Michigan), a daughter, Susan Ann, November 20, 1952. the volunteer workers could do. The alumnae chap In October we met at Betty Searles' home. Mrs. ter voted to the and also To Mr. and Mrs. Dan North help support camp program Chester Dunham, prominent Toledoan spoke to us Flynn (Pat SInnett, a used for the at on western), son Matthew provide clothing clothing exchange the subject of muscular dystrophy and greatly by adoption, Richard, June the This one 1953. club. agency is of the best Commun aided us in launching our drive here In Toledo 15, To Mr. and ity Chest groups. against this mysterious and much dreaded disease. Mrs. H. Minter (Marilyn Serr, Makgaset Munro Stratton In we Northwestern), a son, a November again met for a delightful eve John Jay, April 21, 1951; son, Mark 1953. ning in observance of our Founders Day. Following Serr, February 2, a delicious dinner a To Mr. and Mrs. Dick Evans Dawson, Terre Haute program of tribute to our (Onalee a Founders and entertainment by various alumns was Northwestern), daughter, Elizabeth, November, Since that terrifically hot Septemer 13, 1952, when held. 1951. the Beta Pi was the Terre As we To Mr. and Mrs. Hawkinson chapter officially installed, close, we are now preparing for our annual Eugene C. (Betty Haute alumns have been a busy group. Christmas party. Braunlich, Iowa), a son, Eugene Crawford, Jr., June In the alumns celebrated 1952. November, Founders Day Any new alumns in the Toledo area who would 29, with a dinner at Hotel was To Mr. and Mrs. Deming. Homecoming like to join our group (and we'd like very much to John Robert Greer (Jean Braun celebrated a a and attendance lich, a by luncheon, parade, have you) may call Mrs. Donald Lyle, 3002 Wayne Iowa), son, James Henry, May 15, 1952. at the football We furnished � To Mr. and game. the paper for Street, Toledo 9, Ohio. Telephone ELgin 1146. Mrs. H. McNamara (Judy Mitchell, Lake the Greek-letter girls' homecoming float. Jean Lyle Forest), a daughter, Meg, October 29, 1952. December 13, 1952. was a rush week-end. Our To Mr. and Mrs. Walter Thorngren (Marrianne Birth: alumn.^� group gave a party Saturday evening in Lundeen, Iowa), a daughter, Christine, March 30, the Pine Room of the Deming Hotel. A chuck wagon To Mr. and Mrs. Richard Edelen (Ginny Wilson, 1951. theme was carried out with a To complete fence and Beta Delta '46), a son, Richard Wilson Edelen, Dr. and Mrs. Robert Flatley (Mary Meersman, corral. Later in December our group celebrated the July 2, 1953. Iowa), a son, James Andrew, September 17, 1951. season with a Christmas To Mr. holiday party. The Greek- and Mrs. Richard Wheelan, a son, Daniel, letter chapter were our guests for a turkey dinner. September 16, 1953. In January our ways and means committee began Tri-City to function. Our include In many projects magazine February Tri City elected the following officers : orders for Tucson subscriptions, greeting cards, a friend president, Mrs. John Smithers (Ruth Alderidge, ship basket, rummage sales, and card parties within ; Mrs, Michigan) vice-president, Bruce Leffler (Iowa The 1952-53 school year neared its close with the our group. State) ; Mrs. Tom recording secretary, Lundeen election and appointment of the following officers in The alumnx group helped the Greekletter chapter (Sally Kirk, Iowa); corresponding secretary, Mrs. March: Betty Meador, Florence with costumes for president; Chandler, their skit in "Campus Revue" in Richard Wheelan (Northwestern); Mrs. treasurer, vice-president; Betty Lou Skinner, recording secre February. We also helped sew robes for initiation Clifford Engstrom (Shirley Prefault, Illinois). tary; Milly Hollis, and for half of corresponding secretary; Cres paid them. Following the Greek- Thais Wheelan (Lake was crowned cent Forest) queen correspondent, Jean Anderson; alumns advisor, letter chapter's initiations, the alumn.s group has at the annual Mardi Gras dance of the Junior Margaret Windsor; pledge advisor, Gwen Wilson; entertained with lovely receptions, .^t the last initia .\uxiliary of the Rock Island Nurse Associa Visiting membership chairman and Panhellenic representa- THE CRESCENT 51 tive, Eleanor Rice; publicity chairman, Betty Eg party in June at the home of Hazel Houser Fryer. Avery, Marge Barnett, Margot Burgess, Mary bert, replaced by Alice Gibbs; attendance chairman, It is a delightful event, and we are grateful to Hazel Hodgson, Rosemary Alden and Pat McLellan. Eleanor Mead, with the remainder of the officers for making this activity traditional for all of us. On October 2 the annual Gamma Phi Beta and continuing in their respective jobs. Those named to office this year Include Vivienne cabaret was held. Prepara in At the April meeting our delegates, Betty Meador Bowers Wilson, president; Wanda Hogue Bayless, tions were underway early with Joan Gilchrist and Margaret Windsor, gave an interesting account vice-president; Doris Dresser West, recording secre charge of arrangements. We were pleased at its out of the Province VII Conference, which was held tary; Hazel Houser Fryer, corresponding secretary; standing success, as the proceeds go to support camp. at San Jose, March 28. and Mary Wheat Bowers, treasurer. Flo Read The graduating seniors were honored at a spaghetti Barbara Houck Sowers and Yvonne Allen Litch dinner on twenty-fifth In the lovely patio at field are again making their homes In Tulsa, and we May D.C. the home of Erdean Patterson. The girls were wel are happy to welcome them back. We are also pleased Washington, comed Into the alumns group and each received a to welcome Joan Foster Goodall, Frances Paris King Have you ever made a mountain out of a mole and as new At the ? gold pencil as a gift. Joyce Calkin Bales members. hill ; or have you seen the silver lining on the cloud Our third annual benefit softball game for the same time we are certainly sorry to have Hazel Well, the Washington alumns are trying to do Arizona Children's Colony was held June 6. This Fryer Campion move away. just that to get decorations for the new Beta Beta year the net proceeds of eight hundred fifty dollars We are honored to be represented on the Pan chapter house at the University of Maryland. With aided in the construction of a swimming and a hellenic executive board by two of our group, VI fund raising projects, contributions and parties, yes, wading pool at the Colony. The Tucson alumns chap Barrett Southworth as recording secretary, and parties that pay, the fund Is growing. ter has, by means of the three benefit softball games, Marie Ellington Booth, fashion show chairman. One hundred dollars was made by selling tickets contributed a total of approximately $2500 to the In recent months four of our members have been to the Carter Barron production of "Carousel." A Colony, which is operated for mentally handicapped recognized for their outstanding community service. fashion show also has helped build the fund. Future children. A radio personality review was given each of them projects are now being planned. The December meet On August 31, through the courtesy of Grace and orchids appropriately awarded to VI Barrett ing is "penny sale" meeting for the Washington Hammerstrom of Greenfields School, a family swim Southworth, Pauline Gibson Perry, Margaret Brazil alumns with Maple Earp as hostess. and picnic supper was enjoyed by the alumns group. Davis and Vivienne Bowers Wilson. For Founders Day something new was added to The 1953 Fall group of thirty-four pledges was At our September meeting we agreed to turn our the Washington celebration. A banquet was held at entertained at a patio supper held at the attractive philanthropic efforts to those rather forgotten souls the AAUW building and was the first Founders Day home of Minnie Mae Baldwin on September 28. in nursing homes. We will make regular social calls, banquet most of the Washington alumns have at Our meetings are held the first Monday of each fi-x favors for bed trays, supply flowers, homemade tended since school. month, September through May. A cordial invitation jellies and remember birthdays. With fall activities Anita Curtis was the hostess for the October is extended to all Gamma Phi Beta alumns in under way, we're glad to be back together again, meeting where a talk about Interior decoration was Tucson to call our president, Betty Meador (Mrs. making plans for the months ahead. given by Camilla Payne. Mrs. Payne is the decora H. M. Meador) 4318 E. 13th Street Circle, tele New alumns in Tulsa are asked to call Mrs. tor of the new Beta Beta chapter house. phone 5-5907, and join our group. Francis S. Wilson, 72-8808. In May the annual dinner for the Beta Beta Jean Anderson Vivienne Bowers Wilson seniors was held at the home of Bea Hogan. A talk about floral arrangement was given by Amelia Gude : Marriages : Marriage Thomas of Gude Brothers Florist. Hansinea "Ceni" Aldin (Arizona *52) to Lieut. Mary Elder (Psi) to Walter Manson Whitlow A tea at the home of Ralphine Staring was held Sydney Chayes, Jr., February 21, In St. Louis, Mo. (Phi Kappa Psi). for prospective rushees going to colleges which have Sheba McCown (Arizona '55) to Lieut. ]3ruce Gamma Phi Beta chapters. Local Greek-letter mem Births: Macey (Delta Chi), February 21, in Tucson. bers from various chapters helped to entertain at this Patricia "Rick" Hess (Arizona '51) to John To Mr. and Mrs. Jack W. Bales (Joyce Calkin), gathering. Kullnovich, August 1, in Phoenix. a daughter. The new administration brought two more to our Myra Bailey (Arizona '52) to Berl Byrd, June To Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Suttle (Peggy Patterson), chapter, Emily Cole and Ethel Williams. They were 27, in Brawley, Calif. a daughter. the guests of honor at the September meeting in Janis Gotten (Arizona '53) to Roland Kuhel, June To Mr. and Mrs. Clyde S. Koch (Connie Payne), the home of Helen Summers. 5, in Phoenix. a son. What a thrill It was for a group of Washington Schumacher Mary Cloud (Arizona '34) to Dr. Peter H. Olden, To Mr. and Mrs. R. K. (Peggy alumns to be received by Mrs. Dwight Eisenhower. August 16, in Tucson. Stocks), a son. Mrs. Ralph Dippell, Jr., Mrs. William P. West Kathleen Lyon (Arizona '45) to Edward W. To Mr. and Mrs. James E. Briley, Jr. (Ann moreland, Mrs. Ronald C. Callender, Mrs. George Mulcahy, September 19, In Globe, Ariz. Allen), a son. E. Simpson, Jr., Mrs. Harry W. Seamans, Mrs. Susan Carpenter (Arizona '49) to Lieut. William To Mr. and Mrs. Howard H. Holmes (Alice George W. Malloy, Mrs. Cicero F. Hogan, Mrs. A. Murphy, September 1, In Tucson. Stockdale), a son. Charles T. Akre, Mrs. John M. Curtis, and Mrs. J. To Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Hankinson Nancy Lea (Arizona '53) to Lieut. Richard Baker, (Lome Donald Studley were at the White House on May September 11, In Tucson. Coates), a daughter. 14. This visit, in honor of four French girls, was Doris Gridley (Arizona '55) to Robert L. Ander To Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Beckett (Virginia sponsored by the Washington City Panhellenic As son, August 29, in Tucson. Becker), a son. sociation. To Mr. and Mrs. Donald Yvonne Wade (Arizona *55) to Fred Martin, Campion (Hazel Fryer), Ralphine Staring was hostess at a buffet dinner August 29, in Tucson. a daughter. for the April meeting. We would like to see more new faces at our Births : Vancouver meetings held the second Tuesday of each month. newcomer or should call To. Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Kessinger (Dale Knox The Vancouver chapter has been busy. We had Any to Washington vicinity Mrs. M. Curtis, 5108 Brookview Drive, OL '46), a daughter, Christina Louise, March 13, 1953. a successful Province Conference in May, with a J. 2-1105. To Mr. and Mrs. H. Beck Grabau (Bobbie Tulin fireside, roundtable discussions, a luncheon, and a Ruth Burton '48), a daughter, Jean Elizabeth, March 7, 1953. banquet at the Vancouver hotel, attended by To Mr. and Mrs. Jack Downey (Barbara Kava Gamma Phi Betas from almost every chapter. Credit Marriages : naugh '48), a daughter, April 1, 1953. for the success of the Conference goes to the hard to Clifford To Mr. and Mrs. Billy Mann (Mary Hutchinson working chairman, Moira Alexander, and her com Pamela Horrell (Maryland) Trexler, December In Md. '49), a son, March 5, 1953. mittee. 13, 1952, Hagerstown, Hanson and to To Mr. and Mrs. Dick Wickes (Nancy Roy, '45), Our annual picnic was held at Doris Stafford's Florence (Wisconsin Maryland) William in Wash a son, Steven Ray, April 19, 1953. home on June 24, with about fifty-five girls en Tupman, Sigma Nu, January 3, To Mr. and Mrs. Robert Treiber (Alice Powers joying lots of spaghetti and salad. The 1953 gradu ington, D.C. Ann to '47), a daughter. May 14, 1953. ates and camp counsellors were special guests. Mary Elting (Maryland) Mickey Warren, in D.C. To Mr. and Mrs. Dale Edwards (Colleen Mahoney, This year 75 children, between the ages of eight February 28, Washington, to '50), a daughter, Susan Elizabeth, June 10, 1953. and twelve. In three groups of 25 each, were given Jane Blizzard (Maryland) Emory Heaps April To Mr. and Mrs. Merrill Windsor (Janice Flak two weeks' holiday at camp. While at the camp every 18, In Cornersville, Md. '50), a daughter, Peggy Gail, June 15, 1953. thing was provided: bedding, clothing, tootla paste, Shirley Adams (Maryland) to Roy Fishback, Md. To Mr. and Mrs. Charles Johnston (Ellen "Tuck" and combs. Marg Hodgson of Vancouver was head USNA, June 7, in Annapolis, to L. Har French '51), a daughter, AprU 11, 1953. counsellor. She has had wide experience and is Mary Jane Reiney (Maryland) Jack To Mr. and Mrs. Leo Voyles (Vera Miller '51), president of the alumns chapter this year. vey, June 27, in Washington, D.C. Ann Robert a daughter, May 27, 1953. Also from Vancouver was Dianne McLeod. Others Ruth Hughes (Maryland) to Jones, To Mr. and Mrs. James Tod (Martha Frazier 'SO), Included Jean Engler (Iowa State), Mary Minton, August 15, in Washington, D.C. a son, James, Jr., May 2, 1953. Una May Brunskill, Marilyn Hall, Nancy Zoe Births: To Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Hales (Edie White Coatts, Veralie Ann Brookins (all from University '44), a son, Eric Joseph, June 11, 1953. of Southern California), Alice Lehman (Oregon To Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Peacock (Barbara To Mr. and Mrs. Sam Fall (Barbara HIU '51), State), Dolores Sackett, Mary McKay, and Joy Richmond, Randolph-Macon and Maryland) twin a daughter, Christine Ann, July 23, 1953. Wilbrand (all of Berkeley), Mrs. Robert Yochum girls, Jennifer Lee and Julia Ann, March 30, 1953. To Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Ruterman (Louise (St. Louis), Peggy Duncan (Washington Univer To Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Curtis (Harriet At Hopkins '52), a son, Steven Lee, June, 1953. sity), and Nancy Larsen and Diane Foley (Michi kinson, Vanderbilt), a daughter, Dixie Lee, Febru �To Mr. and Mrs. William Kimble (Jean Cayia gan). ary 19, 1953. '50), a son, Cary David, July 23, 1953. Many thanks are due the busy camp committees To Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kerr (Pat Sullivan, Illi which worked diligently, preparing for the opening nois), a son, April 29, 1953. and Tulsa of camp. The committee members included: chair To Mr. Mrs. Richard Harris (Betsy Little, man Laura Wilcox, Phae Collins, Beth Robertson, Iowa State), a daughter, Joann Elizabeth, June 2, Activities of the Tulsa alumns were hIghUghted Dosh Stafford, Katherine Smith, Nancy McDiarmid, 1953. this past season by our annual mother-daughter swim Ann Willia, Mavis Standfield, Nancy Dale, Ruth To Mr. and Mrs. Terry Clark (Jean Middlebrook, 52 THE CRESCENT

Missouri), twin daughters, Pamela and Patricia, guerite Brooks (Marguerite Adams, Kansas), Mrs. July 9, 1953. William T. Armstrong (Norma Thulin, Northwest Send A Calendar �Po Rev. and Mrs. Lloyd Brown (Marilyn Sacks, ern), Mrs. Skiles Hoffman (Marylou Lake, USC), Maryland), a son, Lawrence James, June 11, 1953. Mrs. B. F. Miller (Elizabeth Bickett, Nebraska), To Mr. and Mrs. William Hall (Barbara Riven- Mrs. Richard Woolett (Rae Hoffman, California), <, . . There were For Cliristiiiias burgh, Maryland), a daughter. and Miss Lorene Littleworth (San Jose). To Mr. and Mrs. Powell (Dottie Brosius, Mary many prizes and gifts for the guests Including "sur a 1953. boxes" a variation of grab bag. The main land), daughter, Nancy Lee, April 13, prise Gamma Phi Beta Calendars prize was a painting by Mrs. Jessie Walbridge. The Engagement blue antl carried out the theme with autumn leaves now . .. in Whittier decorations are ready striking and Indian tepees. The members again supplied toy white with the crest in the center. They Keeping busy all the time seems to be the theme a bazaar of food and needlework for the guests. "tuck-in" for of the Whittier alumns chapter. Activities this At a potluck dinner in September, at the home of make a wonderful gift are under the of the offi Una Mae Brunskill and Mary year . to leadership following Dorothy Cathriner, friends and family . . and don't forget cers: president, Mrs. Ronald Atteberry (Mary Milton, members of the USC chapter, who served order an extra one for own use. Kathryn Krysto, USC) ; vice-president, Mrs. William as counselors at the Vancouver camp desribed the your Berg (Martha Starbuck, Iowa State) ; recording sec children and their enjoyment of the camp activities. retary, Mrs. James Seminoff (Rosemary Williams, In October the local alumns entertained the USC) ; corresponding secretary, Mrs. E. H. Mc Province Secretary, Mrs. J. L. Picard, from Tucson, Caughey (Pat Lewis, Arizona) ; and treasurer, Mrs. Ariz., at dinner. Mrs. Lloyd L. Mahone E. A. Olson (Katherine Walbridge, UCLA). Two of the members, Rosemary Seminoff and Mary 18465 Cowing Court for the is are on the Board at USC The philanthropic project year raising Kay Atteberry, Corporation Homewood, Illinois money for the camps. We also hope to provide a and are serving on the house and grounds com campship for some local girl. The first money rais mittee. They are in charge of extensive redecorating Please send Gainma Phi Beta ing activity In the spring was a rummage sale and remodeling of the chapter house. from which we earned over $150. New alumns to the area who have joined us at our Engagement Calendars to: We held our second "Indian Summer" benefit meetings are Mrs. Macon J. Fussell (Alice Drager, in the home of Mrs. Rob WiUiam and and Mrs. Dale D. bridge and canasta party Mary) Myers (Mar Name ert Gillmore (Anne Mundt, Iowa State). The after jorie Williams, Washington). noon of pleasure raised close to $200 for the treas Alumns In the area are cordially invited to attend call Address ury. Local alumns members who were hostesses to our meetings. Information may be obtained by approximately a hundred guests were: Mrs. Ronald ing Mrs. Ronald Atteberry, Oxford 65603. Atteberry, Mrs. William Berg, Mrs. James Semi Marjorie Childs Stearns City Zone . .. .State noff, Mrs. Robert Gillmore, Mrs. E. H. McCaughey, Mrs. Edmund Gibbs (Doris Burnett, Kansas), Mrs. Birth: I enclose check cash money William Lee (Jane Wells, UCLA), Mrs. William Cathriner (Dorothy Walter, Oklahoma), Mrs. Llew To Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ford (Janice Somers, order for .... calendars at 650 each. elyn Stearns (Marjorie Childs, Idaho), Mrs. Mar UCLA), a son, Robert Somers, March 10, 1953.

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Cily Zone No. State or Province Chapter Office I Hold Convention� Detroit Gamma Phi Beta Mrs. Charles C. Andrews, 19450 Gloucester, Directory 3, Mich. Founders Housing�Mrs. Roger F. Howe, 10214 S. Wood St., Chicago 43, III. Helen M. J. V. Ferguson) Died 10-21-37 Dodge (Mrs. � Magazines Mrs. Myles, 26 Godwin Lane, St. Louis 17, Frances E. Haven C. M. Moss) Died 6-16-37 James (Mrs. Mo. E. Adeline Curtis (Mrs. Frank Curtis) Died 1-14-23 Membership�Mrs. Gerald Arnold, 3321 W. Penn St., Phila Mary A. Bingham (Mrs. Edward S. Willoughby). .Died 1-14-16 delphia 29, Pa. Founded Publications�Miss Mary Jane Hipp, 53 W. Jackson Blvd., Chi 4, 111. November 11, 1874, Syracuse University cago Public delations�Mrs. Charles T. Byrne, 4770 Soria Dr., San Grand Council Diego 15, Calif. Recommendations�Mrs. R. E. Martha Wash Grand President�Mrs. Ralph E. Dippell, Jr., 8806 Maywood Fitzgerald, 1556 Dr., Wauwatosa Wis. Ave., Silver Spring, Md. ington 13, Ritual�Miss 818 S. Fountain � Ave., Vice-President and AlumniB Secretary Mrs. Hoyt F. Martin, Rosemary Sundberg, Spring field, Ohio. 632 Alta Vista Circle, South Pasadena, Calif. �Mrs. Woodland Prince � Scholarship Stoddard, 171 Dr., N.P.C. Delegate Mrs. Cicero F. Hogan, 9219 Mintwood St., George Silver Spring, Md. ton, N.J. �Miss San � Special Gifts Melton, Fulton, Antonio, Chairman of Finance Mrs. Darrell D. Wiles, 1 Ladue Manor, Cathryne 403 Tex. St. Louis 24, Mo. Exercises�Mrs. M. � Standards-Literary Chairman of Provinces Mrs. George Hinkle, 629 S. Cushing, Clyde Campbell, 536 Orchard St., East Mich. Olympia, Wash. Lansing, Chairman of Expansion�Mrs. Stuart K. Fox, 730 Forest Ave., Province OflSicers Wilmette, 111. Province I�Director�Mrs. Clinton F. Bedford Rd., � Loyd, 87 Secretary-Treasurer Miss Room 1160, W. Mary Jane Hipp, 53 Pleasantville, N.Y. Blvd., 4, 111. Jackson Chicago � Alumnce Secretary Mrs. Wesley Heilman, 15 Marcourt Dr., Chappaqua, N.Y.

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� � � Province IV Director Mrs. E. Nelson, Secretary-Treasurer Miss Mary Jane Hipp, Room 1160, 53 W. Myron 127 Derbyshire Rd., Waterloo, Iowa Jackson Blvd., Chicago 4, 111. Alumnce � � Mrs. L. 618 Assistants Mrs. C. J. Perrizo, Mrs. E. H. Higgins. Secretary W. Riggs, 28th St., Des Moines, Iowa Make checks payable to "Gamma Phi Beta" and send to Cen tral Office. Province V N�Director�Mrs. William Hinch, 1580 S. St. Paul, Denver, Colo. The Crescent AlumntB Secretary�Mrs. T. Matson Collier, 3050 Colo. Editor-in-chief : Mrs. James J. Marek, Clifton, 111. Pkwy., Denver, Province V S�Director�Mrs. Edwin A. N.E. Business Manager: Miss Mary Jane Hipp, Room 1160, 53 W. Deupree, 423 14th, Oklahoma Okla. Jackson Blvd., Chicago 4, III. City, Associate Editor: Mrs. W. E. Holman, i960 S.W. 16th Ave., Port Alumnce Secretary�Mrs. D. W. LeMaster, Route 1, Wayne, land, Ore. Okla. Province VI�Director�Mrs. Carl Associate Editor: Mrs. R. B. Miller, 11029 89th Ave., Edmonton, Koppe, 2209 Fairmount, Alberta, Canada. Eugene, Ore. Alumnai Secretary�Mrs. Richard Smith, 900 S. Owyhee St., Boise, Idaho

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r* B Contact your nearest BIRKS' STORE SchedBle Of Officers^ Duties Greek^Letter Chapters MEMBERSHIP (RUSHING) CHAIRMAN: PRESIDENT: c u ., Office of bound after each formal due In odd years, send Central acknowledgement Immediately rushing period, rushing reports card in volume. International Chairman of and Crescent as soon as it is received. Use postal Membership Chairman, Provinces, Province Director. Continue to report each subsequent pledge. CORRESPONDING SECRETARY: Order supplies (information and investigation blanks, file and calendars to Central Office By August 1, either send 7 rushing acknowledgement cards, post rush reports) early each spring for and or and 1 each to Province Director Traveling Secretary following fall from Central Office. Specify quantity. notify Central Office it Panhellenic has not released rushing PUBLIC RELATIONS dates. CHAIRMAN: to Central Office and i first of each month, with due Interna By September 15, send 7 college calendars By publicity copy, glossies, tional PubHc Relations Chairman. each to Province Director and Traveling Secretary. send Grand President, Mrs. Dippell, business for By September 25, HISTORIAN: consideration at fall council meeting; include business for con By July 1, chapter for year due International sideration of convention in fall preceding convention. history preceding Historian, Miss Nina Gresham. Immediately after pledging (immediately after opening of college if pledging is deferred), send lists of chapter members and pledges (new and holdovers) to Central Office and Province Director on Aliwnnae standard blanks. Chapters and send Grand President, Mrs. business for By February 15, send list of chapter members and pledges (new By September 25, Dippell, consideration at fall holdovers) to Central Office and Province Director on standard council meeting. blanks. By October 1, alumnae chapter letters for December Crescent, in vital statistics and due Mrs. Walter E. Not later than March 25, send name and home address of new cluding glossies Holman, membership (rushing) chairman to Central Office. i960 S.W. 16th Ave., Portland, Oregon. At the end of each letter include name and number of member By March 25, send Grand President, Mrs. Dippell, business for chapter telephone in whora new consideration at spring council meeting. your chapter alumnae in the community may call. November Founders' Immediately after appointment is made, send name and home By 25, Day report due International Historian, Miss Nina address of Crescent correspondent to Editor-in-chief, Mrs. Marek. Gresham. Coin card drive payments are due in Central Office. As soon after April i as information is available, send 7 lists of send to Central Office Alumnae new chapter officers to Central Office and 1 list each to Province By January 1, Chapter Payment and alumnae annual Director and Traveling Secretary on standard blanks. Report covering camp taxes, dues, and life and life These By May 15, send to Central Office list of chapter members (under subscription membership payments. payments may be made time the fiscal 1 graduate and alumnae) who have passed away since preceding any during year, August through July however, are considered if August I. 31; chapters delinquent partial pay ments are not 1. By July I, send list of graduates (include members who have paid by January feature and dropped out of college) with home addresses to Central Office By January 10, articles, glossies newspaper clippings for March Crescent and Province Director. due Editor-in-chief, Mrs. Marek, Canadian chapters send features and glossies to Mrs. R. B. Miller, 1 1029 TREASURER: 89th Ave., Edmonton, Alberta. Pre-initiation and final fees due in Central Office within two weeks By February 20, alumnae chapter letters for May Crescent, includ following pledging and initiation. (See schedule of Crescent ing glossies and vital statistics due Mrs. Holman. subscriptions below.) By February 20, send 2 copies of the Aluranae Chapter President's to the International Vice-President. By October 1, annual audit due Chairman of Fiiianrc. DO NOT Report SEND TO CENTRAL OFFICE. By February 20, send to International Vice-President recommenda tions for of International officers By December 1, due Central Office: first installment of Interna appointments and chairmen, such tional dues and $7.50 for bound Crescents and subscriptions to as State Membership Chairmen, Province Directors and Province Banta's Greek Exchange and Fraternity Month. Alumnae Secretaries. March send of new alumnae By March 1, due Central Office: second installment of International By 25, 7 copies chapter officers to dues. Central Office for distribution to Grand Council and 1 each to Province Province Alumnae Fiscal year begins August i, ends July 31. All dues paid between Director, Secretary and Traveling If list is not those dates shall apply to the current fiscal year unless otherwise Secretary. coraplete available by March 25, send specified. name and address of member who will be responsible for rushing recoramendations during the summer. Send name and address SCHOLARSHIP CHAIRMAN: of Crescent correspondent to Editor-in-chief, Mrs. Marek. Comparative rating of NPC sororities on campus for preceding year By May 1, send to International Historian, Miss Nina Gresham, the due International Scholarship Chairman immediately after re chapter history for the preceding year written by the retiring ported, if possible by November 1. President. By May 15, send to Central Office list of members who have passed PLEDGE TRAINER: away since preceding August 1. Include married and maiden after order manuals and books Immediately pledging, pledge song name and Greek-letter chapter. from Central Office. By July I, features and glossies for September Crescent due Editor- By May 15, send report for new edition of Pledge Manual to in-chief, Mrs. Marek. Central Office. HOUSE CORPORATIONS: CRESCENT CORRESPONDENT: By October ), annual audit due Chairraan of Finance. By October 1, for December issue, January 10 for March issue, February 20 for May issue, July 1 for September issue, glossies, SCHEDULE OF CRESCENT SUBSCRIPTIONS: honors Mrs. Marek. Crescent features, due Editor-in-chief, subscriptions (included in final initiation fee for recent By January 10, chapter letter due Mrs. Marek for March issue. initiates) must be received in Central Office by mailing list dead not letter for other Do send chapter issues. lines as shown here, if they are to begin with the next issue: send feature to Canadian chapters stories Mrs. R. B. Miller, 11029 August 1�September Crescent; November i�December Crescent; 89th Ave., Edmonton, Alberta; other material to Mrs. Marek. February 1�March Crescent; April 1�May Crescent. Postmaster: Please send notice of Undeliverable copies on Form 3579 to Gamma Phi Beta, 53 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, Illinois.

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