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and fairly "deluged." Notwithstand- rushing parties. A t Julia's charming ing all that, however, the initiation apartment, we had an old fashioned:
JANUARwas one of the most successful ones
which we have ever had. Jeannette
Engel Wintraub, whose husband is
manager of the Half Moon Hotel did
everything in her power to give us
a sumptuous time, and, in addition,
Pinckney Glantzberg and Julia Til- rushees had to climb over heaps $ linghast were with us to point out the
Bjties on The chat our nea holidaaround a{pr havinHallowe'eupon us ibringing and nuts,ghost stoair pleddemonstrby presencaturing lege, and the sororHarriet Dter one nnew AlphprouOne m•hefor campare compGreeks," have Alicideals of Alpha Omicron Pi to our new girls. Looking back, we find it hard to realize that "our newest girls" were initiated only last spring, so ac- tive a part have they assumed in fra- ternity life. In fact, they have even solaced us a little for the loss of our ten seniors, which was a big task for the youngsters.
Closely following upon initiation came our spring dance, which was held aboard the Majestic. Judging from the fun, the frolics, and the help for our Judson Memorial Church, which the dance afforded, we should say that it was decidedly a success.
Holidays arrived almost before we could catch our breath, and gay little postals came from the four corners of the earth to tell us where our girls had disappeared to. Rosemary Halla- hrin, our president, reported a wonder-
loose timber, up wriggly step-ladders, and around gallons of wet cement and plaster in order to get upstairs; bat, once up, they found tea and refresh- ments, rest for the weary in frontof our new hearth-fire, and a warflj welcome. Apparently, our new pledges are good sports as well as delightful girls, for they didn't seem to mind their "sufferings" at all. Greetings to our five new pledges: Betty De- Mott, Lillian Andrus, Margaret Bra- dy, Anita Cramer, and Dorothy Logan.
In addition to rushing, the fall plun- ged the girls in to the usual whirl of college activity. W e were pleased as punch, when Marion Vineburg, who had gone off and had a nervous breakdown last spring without telling anyone about it. came back to college, looking fit as a fiddle and even browner. W elcome home. Marion! We were also verv proud when we
OmicroWly busy11 « rathment on Washington Place had been for Winifred Caterson ('30), who W
at th» ° UTI
our home for so long that we hated to give it tip; but it was simply too small for us, and so the house com- mittee set to work. They succeeded quite wonderfully and secured for us a delightful apartment on Eighth Street, where we are now very much at home. Scarcely were we settled in our new house, when rushing be- gan. Julia Tillinghast and Peggy Drake, tw o of our helpful "alums," loaned us their homes for two of our
been chosen as one of a group of | H teen students selected to read Honors. The Honors course
new one in Washington Square
has been adopted only after a sttW' of Honors work in American and cign universities. W e hope that ^ fred likes being experimented l l P 0 ^
key V X'>tliin°Uful than uSouthern dinner with "all the atmoSr phere 'neverything," and at Peggy's j; supper and bridge. The remainder of our parties were held at our own house. As our apartment building was being entirely renovated, our poor
Whilewearebeingscholarly ^ Ce,chrate serious-minded, we may as well ^
e&ted that Alpha O stood second hig'i e s t the Dean's report of the scholars
Kris
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averages ful time at the District Convention at
Pi Delta. W e were assured by Ethel heard that Edith Sharp ('30). had McGary at the Olympics in Amster- been awarded a full tuition scholar*
point.
Since pI'lacuioo , I'l<mL°U r dam that she had not gotten drowned ship, one of the highest honors inthe in foreign waters. And much to our college, and had been elected pre*''
surprise and sorrow, Ruthie Lawlor dent of Eta Sigma Phi, the national and her husband decided to make their honorary classics fraternity; and tliat
home in San Domingo. Ada Munroc- ('31). and Amy Dun- haupt ('31), had been appointed 1 , 1 September hurried around soon working scholarships. Ada's beingJj
again, and with it college and prob- the office of the Secretary of the Col-
lems for us. First of all, N u had to lege, and Amy's in the Departing have a new house. Our tiny apart- of Economics. Congratulations also
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the campus.
eeriness of the fire-place over w bouse has put us in such y mood that we fairly sit nd try to think up excuses g little informal parties. On n, and 'alums'' descended n the form of cheerful spooks, with them cider, apples,
not to mention hair-raising ries. Just a few weeks ago, ges feasted us royally and ated their histrionic ability ting clever little skits, cari- the "best people" of the col- ((). shades of revenge) of ity. In the midst of all this, unham surprised the chap- ight by presenting it with a a O banner of which we are
d.
ay say what one likes best
disadvantages of New York us life; but, indeed, there ensations. Our "wandering for instance. First of all, we e Cullnane. our adopted sis-
with us just a year, and we feel as though we ought to celebrate the oc- casion, for she has been such a good friend to N u chapter. Then Billie Woolman of Pi Delta has come to our house this year. Having had Pi Delta's Ellen Jane Keiser with us last
year, we were enthusiastic when we heard that Billie was coming.
Wilma Smith Leland spent the Thanksgiving holidays in New York and found a few hours in her hurried days to pay us a fleeting visit. The girls were introduced to her at a tea at the chapter house, and, you may be sure, it was a real thrill for us to meet our editor in person and to hear of the doings of our sister chapters from her. Mrs. Leland brought us
a greeting from Tau chapter, which pleased us mightily. T o Tau, we, al- so, send our very best of wishes.
There are busy days ahead for Nu with the Winter Dance and the Foun- ders' Day Banquet just around the corner, to say nothing of all our plans for the coming year.
Omicron Pledges Fourteen Girls at Fall Rush By LOUISE PERRY, University of Tennessee
n chapter has had an aw- sephine Chambers, Elizabeth Wallace year so far. so busv that and Anne Brakebill. Mary Stokely er difficult to find a starting and Lillian Smith are from Newport,
' second was given »"er home of Mrs. McCros-
t S C V e n m i l e s f r o m t o w n -
?U ( ' l l a v c ' D e c n m o r e heauti- Emilv Phillips ('29), Virginia Eve-
r\°thc "V"for dinner to
.. k n 'H V you will be inter-
kno wing ho the "fourteen year, and Catherine Pennybacker w
('32) was elected vice-president of the freshman class.
Our alumnae chapter gave a benefit
of the sororities and frater- ter from Beta Phi. Alice has been
ledging holds the all impor- e during the first weeks of l begin by telling vou about
first o n e was a bridge party
r u s h »"g- Panhellenic o n , v t,,rt'e Parties to
Tennessee; Musedora Williams is from Humboldt, Tennessee; Lillian Morris from Collierville, Tennessee; Lily Meadors from Nashville; Jane Zucarello from Pulaski, Tennesee; Isobel Baptist from Covington, Ten- nessee ; and Thelma Ashby and Wini- fred Caldwell from Fayetteville, Ten- nessee.
Omicron is most proud of its nomi- nees for the beauty section of the an- nual this year. Lillian Morris ('32),
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rity during the week of rush-
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the lovely home of Eliza- ng 1lle
hat great harvest moon over D a 'l c l t , l e enormous log fire
rett ('30), Mary Stokely ('32), and Isobel Baptist ('32), were all nomi- nated, some by their dormitories and two by the sorority. Virginia Everett and Pearl Tuttle (post-graduate, N u Omicron '21), were elected house presidents of their dormitories this
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bridge party on November 21, both the actives and pledges attended, and we all had a lovely time.
W e are most fortunate in having had a visit from our Grand Secre- tary. Mrs. Anderson was with us during Thanksgiving and helped us in so many ways; especially did we enjoy the accounts she gave us of the
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other chapters she had visited re- cently.
Perhaps I should have told you this first, but I have been saving the best for the last when I tell you Mildred McKinney ('29), head of our chap- ter, was recently elected to Phi Kappa Phi, and also as sponsor for one of the military companies.
and havSanta CKappa Welcomes Two Transfers from Other By EDITH WALTHALL, Randolph-Macon Woman's
Chapters College
mas cheehouse beFrom been plefrom oyear's gTexas tcome, anfootstoolIANUARfill a stoThe news from Kappa this fall really begins with last June at the Southern District Convention at Men- tone, Alabama. Virginia Zapp, our delegate, first received word there of the two transfers whom we welcomed into the chapter in September. Anne Trezevant/from Kappa Omicron, told her that she had registered to enter Randolph-Macon in the fall and that she thought Eleanor Phillips, from Omicron, was planning to do the same. Throughout the summer we in the chapter were writing eacn other the news, so when school open- ed we were all quite anxious to meet Eleanor and Anne and welcome them to our group. From the very first they have fitted into the chapter as if they had always been there, a fact which we think goes to prove that Alpha O's the world over are the same, and, judging from them are awfully nice. Further proof of this pleasant fact is offered in the person of Helen Wqrden (Epsilon '28), who iswithusthisyearasY.W.C.A. secretary. Though she is Miss Wor- den in her official capacity, she is "Sunny" with us in private and at the house, so sunny in fact that we wish she would continue her work here permanently and be with us.
On September 22. our five sonho- mores were initiated: Marie Collens, Monroe, Louisiana; Edwina Coul- bourn, Cape Charles, Virginia; Doris Minkwitz, Meriden, Connecticut; Emily Mitchell, Washington, D. C.; Rebecca Wright, Mobile, Alabama.
house, so as a good excuse I include it under the subject of rushing. We indulged in new furniture for our living room this fall, including a Chesterfield and big chair of the soft, sink-down variety, a victrola. Windsor chair, and several odd pieces, so tint now the house is in our opinion the most beautifully furnished of any ifi the pines. Witli these preparations we began rushing. Sarah Anderson, Mary Broughton. and Sue Holland were appointed chairmen of the teas. With the combined help of the new furniture, the teas, and the endnis- iastic rushing of each individual, we promised twelve of the most attractive and sought after freshmen on campus. The promisees are: Nancy Adatns, Lynchburg, Virginia ; Katherine Bean, Covington. Virginia: Virginia Bog- gess, Bristol. Virginia; Katherti* Coulbourn, Suffolk. Virginia; Char lotte Darden, Littleton. North Caro- lina; Julia Goffingon, Cape Charles- Virginia; Tane Hardin. MoninWg Illinois; Adele Hope. Mobile, A* bam a; Annie Boisseau. Petersburg Virginia; Elizabeth Keller, G a g M North Carolina; Jane Miller. J 0 " mouth. Virginia: Louise Worn, tersburg, Virginia. ,
ZetaAfter initiation the question of
greatest importance was rushing. I
do not know what other chapter edi-
tors would say as to the ethics of the chapter entertained the fr( writing about seemingly trivial things, with a Christmas party. T b c r C but I reallv must tell vou about our time-honored institution at K
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pan Pi Four of our chapter have had v . in plays this tall. Mary Brought^ the Junior play, and Paula V 5W
So maZeta chapublishedhardly kIn ouchoicest in the fson, Wydolph; Leola JeOmaha; MarialicMarble, HighmorUmbridOmaha; Vivian R£r a gue; Wlen VaVVostoupWeeks, urora. inL?,«Z 10 Presidenttlie°U(with a p inrlV,vn uBS%.„H( sang, Sara Neville, and Edith
$fe fV Cluro\°DorothvNttss T a 'unchho"setnfreshmnP
t h « dinnA er thall in the Thanksgiving play °j, „ Sock and Buskin Club. Jennie MJJ was a member of the ehampi°n
ior basketball team.
W e celebrated Founders' Da>-
a supper at the house. The k^jfM day before the Christmas h o l JJjj
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Ann Anderson (Kappa), our alum- e a Christmas tree and a na adviser, was recently married to laus and lots of good Christ- William Goodridge Sale, Jr. She is
r in our last gathering at the fore the holidays.
time to time this fall we have asantly surprised with gifts ur youngest alumnae, last raduates. All the way from o Rhode Island they have d they range from apples to s, griddle irons to lamps.
now living in Welch, W . Va.
The next big event on our calendar this year is pledging, which will be held after examination in January. Judging from their reports all the promisees will be pledged at that time. Looking forward to that pleasant event
seems a fitting close for our letter.
Y, 1929
cking for each of the children,
Presents a Football Ski / at the Kosmet Klub Show By KATHERINE WILLIAMS University of Nebraska
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of Nebraska Alpha Omi- i p r e s e i l t e ( I a skit at the
ny things have hannened in pter since the last letter was in To DRAGMA that we now where to begin.
r opinion, eighteen of the rushees were pledged to Zeta all. They are: Irene Daw- more; Virginia Gleason, Ran- Virginia Gordon, Seward; nsen, Omaha; Irene Kettell, Gladys Lamme, Ulysses; e Ley, Wavne; Nancv Marie Omaha; Mynn Melbourne, e, S. D.; Ruth Mousel e; .Harriet Nesladek Marie Robertson, Omaha; ollf, Omaha; Julia Simanek, Jo Mae Thies, Omaha; Mary llery, Plattsmouth; Madaline al, W est Point; Muriel Ord; Dorothy Jean Wilson,
Formal pledging services d in the chapterroomOc- with GeraldineHeikes,our , presiding.
firSt house dancc was held at
t e ' h o u s e ' Homecoming eve m b e r of our alumnae present Marearet Moore,Ashland;
arris, Beatrice; Mary and
Thanksgiving morning. Non-prej- udiced authorities declared it to be one of the outstanding ones given. In keeping with the spirit of the Thanksgiving football game between Nebraska and Kansas, the Alpha Omi- cron Pi football chorus garbed in red and white (Nebraska's colors) football costume presented a football chorus. Doris Hosman, Omaha; Virginia Case, Lincoln, sang a duet. Faye Williams, Omaha, with the aid of Henry Nestor, Sigma Nu, gave a short dance revue. Gladys Mankin acted as pianist.
Nebraska Alpha Omicron Pi's are exceptionally proud of their scholastic rating as announced this fall when they stood third highest amongst the twenty-two other Greek women's groups on the campus. Neither are extracurricular activities being neg- lected, for Geraldine Heikes, our pres- ident, is a member of Mortar Board, the secretary of the V arsity dance committee, vice president of the Big Sister Board, a member of the As- sociated Women Students' Board and at the same time participates in a variety of social activities.
Faye Williams is our representative in the Student Council, a member of the Dramatic Club, Orchessus, Y . W . C. A.
Katherine Williams is a member of the Varsity Party Committee, Ves- per Choir, Vesper and Finance Staffs oftheY.W.C.A.
Muriel Weeks. Ord, and Lucille Gill, Omaha, attended the Nebraska- Army football game held at W est Point and had the opportunity of meeting members of N u chapter, New
AHingham, Omaha; Cathe-
ir -C O r a n ' Omaha; Beryl Mc-
?yne-: J?y Ley'Hard'ington;
' S u t t o n : M a r -V D a v i s
f.6 0 ""1 ^'1 ' Homecoming noon °VVaS Servcd at the chapter
,the rctur'n'nggrads.The .P r e s e n t e d a clever skit after TT
H o m e c o i »ing night.
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York City. They reported a most successful trip. Ethel W iedner Bent- ley, a Lincoln alunuia also attended the game at West Point, going on the Special. Her husband, John Bentley, Beta, sports editor of the Nebraska State Journal, accompanied her.
The pledges are planning a Christ- mas house dance for die upperclass- men to be held December 14. The Military Ball opened the formal sea- son at Nebraska Friday evening, De-
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cember 7. The Alpha Omicron fa formal will be held at the Hotel Lin- coln the first week end after the girls return from Christmas vacation, Jan- uary 12. The Christina- party wa, held December 19.
W e hope that other chapters of Ate pha Omicron Pi are looking fonyafffl to the remainder of the school year with as much expectation of pleasure as the members of Zeta are.
JANUJuniornian, Qualefrom ted to a verysocietyhavingone ozationwere years.
A Wembered a Grace take pMcCasophoin eacwell tOn changSig ma's
Faculty Dinners Are Better
Successful Fellowship
Means
California
TowarM
By KATHLEEN CAREY, University of
Sig/na has had an active season this the only means by which the girls
year, for with football and house af- fairs besides our studying, we have indeed been kept busy. To commence at the beginning, our semester start- ed under the able management of Jeannette Holmes ('29), our new president. W e had two weeks of rushing during which we worked fur- iously and hard under the direction of Ruth Boyd ('30), rush captain. Our efforts were rewarded by the pledging of nine girls of whom we are very proud. They are: Grace Reiser, Katherine Geary, Jean Stoll, Mary Pond, Gotier Harrie, Harriet Nelson, Carol Barber, and Josephine Esterly, a daughter of Virginia Es- terly.
Our first excitement of the year was when the crew returned as champions from the Olympic Games and were given a rousing welcome. A holiday was declared, and the whole city of Berkeley turned out to praise the vic- tors.
can become acquainted with their pro- fessors and cast aside those "teacher- pupil" distinctions.
W e have had several rush
this sem ester, the most su>
being held on the Thursday before the Big Game. The floral centerpieces were made in the shape of footballs which were drawn by small golden bears— the bear being the University emblem. It was very attractive, and the rushees were quite thrilled.
Our plans for the new house look wonderful, and we can scarcely wait for next August when we will OH moving in. The lot on which we plan to build is located next to the Stadium at the foot of the Berkeley Hills and overlooking the Golden Gate. It
a perfect setting for a sorority, and 1 think our house will be the most beau- tiful on the campus.
The alumnae gave a rummage sal* to raise money for Sigma on Novem- ber 2. The "active girls assisted j» selling, and while it was hard wo* we really had lots of fun. The ma- terial results were most gratifying *j5 we cleared almost $500.' "Conn1* Morris (Ex. '24). as usual direct* the sale.
The University football team has
showed remarkable strength this sea-
son, having remained undefeated. W e
played a tie game with Stanford,
which I think was the most exciting
game I ever have or ever shall wit-
ness. It was a typical game of the
motion pictures, with Stanford scor-
ing a touchdown in the last two min-
utes of play, bringing the score 13:13.
W e held our breath while waiting for
Stanford to kick the goal, and heaved Honor Society, and was also^e groans of relief when our men blocked to Mortar Board. Jeannette HrfrfJ the kick.
TheintrodLora CasteeGlezaHutsocastle,y&J Ind-; Mary pne brook,acoffioaker,MadisI,' WW.; j " e or th]'l c n : £ Ju*i"S"Pha^ni.S e•p lf^ru n
7 r jLj We had a dinner for the faculty on
November 14. We find these dinners member of Mortar Hoard. t
are very successful, and are really Cullen ('30), who is now one <*«
°nW e have been well represented l» campus affairs and honor societies"^ year. Ruth Burckhalter ('29). , president of Prytennean,
Eastkin F('29), was elected vice-president
the senior class and was also "ff^H
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Editors on the Daily Califor-
campus publication, and Martha ('30), woman representative he junior class, were both elect- Prytennean this semester. It is great honor to belong to this , and so we are very proud of three girls as members, and f them president of the organi- . Moreover all of these girls made members in their junior omen's Rally was held on Nov- 24 in which each class present- skit. Gotier Harris ('32), and Reiser ('32), wrere chosen to art in their class skit, and Mary- in ('31), was in the skit for the mores. As only eight girls were h, we think our girls did very- o be chosen.
November 27 we had an ex- e dinner with the Alpha Phi's.
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These dinners are informal, lasting only until 8:30, but they are a splen- did means of becoming acquainted With girls in other houses.
We had a Christmas party on De- cember 3. Alice Meisner ('31), was in charge. Each girl drew the names of two girls and without telling who gave the present, gave some little thing which she thought represented a particular characteristic of the re- ceiver. We all had an amusing and hilarious evening.
Evelyn Kendall (Ex. '28), is back at college after spending two years in the East, and we are very glad to have her with us again.
Marjorie Furlong (Ex. '30), is now in Paris where she is studying at the Sorbonne. From all reports she is having a wonderful time, and we ex- pect her to come home chattering like a true Frenchman.
ta chapter wishes, first of all, to uce her new pledges. They are : Bohley, Linton, Ind.; Phyllis l, Princeton, Mo.; Elizabeth n, Oblong, 111.; Dorothy Hurst, nville, 111.; Helen Kins, Green- Ind.; Isabel Little, Villa Grove, Hazel McLean. Greencastle, Lucille Mevers, Chicago, 111.; O'Rear, Greencastle, Ind.; Imo- Price, Oblong, 111.; Edna Sam- East Chicago, Ind.; Helen eld, Chicago, 111.; Helen Stude- Bluffton. Ind.; Pauline Townes, onville, Kv.; Gail Wilev, Day- 2HIO; GyPsv Wilson, Brook,
Ruth Young. Indianapolis, Ind.
a r e also remembering rush week e very impressive initiation held
Monday morning. September st at the beginning of the new l x °' us became true sisters of
Omicron Pi. It was a beauti- .r v i c c ' a n d 1 a 'n sure our pins in- us to better rushing.
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November 23, we had an informal party. W e transformed our house in- to a ship, even to the gang plank- that was placed on the front steps. Our invitations were cablegrams, and our dance programs were life-savers. One entire side of the living room was a sky. with stars, and a moon, and everything else that ,goes with a sky. Oh—and I mustn't forget the lounge rooms! There were lounges, but I don't think they were so much of a success. The music that the sailor boys made was too much of a temptation to resist. .
Fae Houston ('30), has been ask- ed to belong to the Oxford Club, which is for those who are studying for the ministry. This is quite an honor, for Fae is one of only two girls who have been elected.
Mti Phi Epsilon, national musical sorority, has initiated Dorothy Ellen Barr (30). Dorothy Ellen is also a member of A. W. S. board.
Every year, Theta Sigma Phi, national journalistic sorority, gives a razz banquet for the girls on the campus who are said to be most pop- ular and active. W e are certainly proud of Dorothy Ellen Barr ('30), Cora Ewan ('30), Kathryn Morman
'»L o g a n s P°r t . hid.; Dorothea s, Adena, Ohio.
w l l °w e r e initiatedare:Leah D ecatur, 111.; Imoeene Coop- rfn C a s t l e ' I n d ": E n a McQuilkin, g o ' 1 , 1 ( 1 = Martha McQuil-
Chicago, Ind.; Elizabeth

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('29), Mildred Reed ('29), and Helen Urban ('29), who have been honored with invitations.
Helen Urban ('29), is a member of the Biology Club.
Several of our girls have been chosen to serve on the DePattxv staff. They are Leah Colter ('30), Kathryn Morman ('29), Aline Thompson
('30), Alice W inslow ('30), and Ruth Young ('32).
Margaret Gamble ('31), has been asked to belong to the Religious Edu- cation Club.
Mable Carter ('29), has been elected secretary of the senior class. Mable not only has executive ability, hut she is one of our beauties. We are entering her with Phyllis Casteel
('31), and Imogene Price ('31), in the beauty contest this year.
Dorothea Symons ('31), is a mem- ber of the University Symphony Orchestra.
Delta Girls Win Academic
By JEANNE W . REI.YEA, Jackson College
Dorothy and Evelyn Thomas, Swamp- scott; Marjory Winslow, Auburndale.
Frances Heald ('30), and Ruth Libbey ('31), have been initiated this fall.
Kathrvn Mclnerncv ('29), had » lead In "O'Flaherty V. C", one<*= the Armistice Day plays. .
"naOn December 12 we shall celebrate The award of academic honors on Founders' Day with the BosKj"
I'm,, "CwNovember brought honor to Alpha Omicron Pi through the election of Constance Handy ('29), to Phi Beta
Alumnae chapter at the College C Wffl Just now we are anticipate
annual Pledge dance.
Yenced XTo DRAGMA Elizabeth Glezan ('31), and Imo-
gene Cooper ('31), were elected to the University Girls' Glee Club.
Cora Ewan ('30), is president of Methodist Student Players, and is a member of the Girls' V arsity Soccer team. She has also been re-elected to the Debate team.
The stewards and stewardesses on the campus have organized a club which, to us, seem s very valuable. The aim of the club is to get better service from the wholesale houses through the co-operation of the fra- ternities and sororities. A t its first meeting, Ann Morrison ('31), was elected secretary.
Besides being our l'anhcllenic re- presentative, Mildred Reed is pre- sident of the Home Economics Club, and is vice-president of the A . W . S; Mildred graduates at the end of this semester, and we certainly are sorry to see her leave us.
JANUARLowe ('30), received mention f°r having maintained an " A " average during the past year.
npsilonThe varsity hockey team which haj just completed its season numbered four Alpha O's among its member5- Thev are Maria McLcllan ('W* Margaret Rourke ('30). Madeline Beattie ('31), and Helen Smith ( W -
Prom Wry eaOctober., ^ u r l "e hous
e tPjas "won; ffTOm were meRobinsoBarrowsSeptember 24 brought the opening
of college and the rushing season.
The innovation in the length to the
rushing period, from an eight-weeks
period to a two-weeks' period proved to a woman of the college. Ru"1 to be a delightful success. On Octo-
ber 22 we pledged the following
eleven: Margaret Beattie, Med ford;
Winifred Blackmer, Sudbury; Adele
Clark, West Medford; Louise Haw-
kins, Peek-skill, N . Y .; Jean Lamb.
Somerville; Joan MacWillie, W in-
throp; Beth Rimger, Gloucester;
Honors at Jackson
College
as assisbasketbamanagersistant. sistant tPrisciserved oand is nBouse, Club. Sof the Women'ciation tMrs. patronesGlover, was traEleanoto the LIs greatJessie Sibyl Lmade Dwas elecbiologicbecame tor's Clwready Kappa. To her also went the signal honor of representing Jackson College on the Commencement Day program. This is the highest honor awarded
nc
cap UGamma Roasts Two Out of Three Women Members oil Student Senate
By Poi.I.Y LONOI.EV, University of Maine
(of Gamma girls have been very active were awarded athletic emblems ^
in athletics this last year. Alma 1000 points. This last season's h (Bobbie) White and Frances Fuller hockey team was captained bv -
taintv when,
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od being shortened to two
nd advanced on the calendar. and still trying to discover 'how it
W r u l c s were very different hat we were used to. and
all happened.' Something tells me that an unexpected visit from Connie Savage. Frances Mount, Mikki Wil- son, and Frannie Reigart during the first rushing period brought us much good luck.
"For other news we have several little items. Jane George is going on the Floating University Tour—all of which sounds very interesting. Esther Nothnagle is taking this year's work
of France and expects to learn much. Frannie Mount returned to the States
r - l a y a n d t o d : i v w 0 c x lH 'r '-
Y, 1929
Girls Visit Old Ladies' Homes as Charitable Work By MARGENE HARRIS, Cornell University
out of the files comes this ger letter received in earlv .
new pledges have been out of
se barely fifteen minutes, and hey are uppermost in our I must tell you about them anything else. Our rushing was changed greatly this year
Virginia reels, and all the songs we could remember. The names of the pledges are: Martha Arthur, Helene Browne, Phyllis Fleet, Elizabeth Her- rick, Dorothy Hopper, Margaret Mc- Donagh. Marion Milligan, Jean Min- er, Barbara Rogers, Elizabeth Tully. Two of these were legacies, sisters of Helene Miner and Vesta Rogers. We're patting our backs vigorously
Hazel Parkhurst was pledged to Alpha Omicron Pi last June and initi- mbers. Jeanette Roncy acted ated September 20. She and Isabella Lyon were elected to the Sophomore
n. Jessie Ashworth, Eunice , Alice Webster and Mary-
tant hockey manager. The ll team has Sibyl Leach as and Helena Johnson as as- Katherine Jackson is as- rack manager.
lla Sawyer, our president, n the Junior Prom committee ow president of Mt. Vernon as well as leader of the Glee he and Polly Longley are two three representatives from s Student Government Asso-
o Student Senate.
Kenneth Rice was chosen a s to replace Mrs. G. B. whose husband, Major Glover nsferred to Portland.
r Clark, who has transferred esley School in Cambridge, ly missed.
Ashworth, Helen McKenney, each and Edwina Bartlett ean's List. Elizabeth Mason ted to Phi Sigma, honorary al fraternity. Polly Longley a member of the- Contribu- ub to which Jessie Ashworth belongs.
Eagles.
When it comes to social matter I scarcely know where to begin. Gamma Chapter gave a tea at Mt. Vernon to the women members of the faculty May 25.
The tea, which everyone enjoyed, was in charge of Helena Johnson. The Alpha Omicron Pi pledges gave a picinc to the upper classmen May 20 at the summer home of Margaret Fellows in Verona. The chapter gave a tea in honor of the patronesses, Sunday, November 5, at the Country Club. On November 17, the alumnae gave a very pleasant bridge party to the active chapter at Mrs. Arthur Stevens' home. A stag dance was given in the gymnasium to raise money for philanthropic work. An informal dance was held at the Coun- try Club November 23. A banquet for Founders' Day was given by the alumnae and active chapters at the Penobscot Valley Country Club.
C yofferedadecidedhandi
e .u s u a l anxiety and unccr- waiting for our list of pro-
tonight, however, we s Pl e ndid freshmen all of We wanted verv much for
.• ; c were all so excited and h • a "d PledKes alike, that
lft
aWtha t£ '
snake-dance e house, a few hilarious,


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this fall to do a little studying in the
role of sculptress. She will be
in New York City. Peg and Sally equally as much fun to the Alpha 0'|
Johnson went to Europe this summer, as to the orphans, not only for the and we hear Sarah won the beauty happy look in the eyes of their guests, contest on the boat going over. hut for the fun of making or buyUM Wouldn't the Johnsons! Elspeth gifts and playing many old, but not
JANUThedone COPS. scriptlovingious ParkeVQgeand wwesterandy\t Hfor tmothcollecMarshNow turn hack the calendar to pre-Christmas days and then read this letter: Everything about the life at Epsilon seems to echo the thought.
work. The many Epsilon "grad- ^ have been members of the 1 Dramatic C1111. would be glad to see the large number of our girls who arc now doing work for that orgarMW tion. Among our promising actors are Mally Wilson, who has t
part in three plays. Barbara
a pledge, who had a good part in one of the first plays of the yearana who nowhasafinepartintheF'.J man plav. Bettv Lvnahan, Nan M H gel and'lean Miner. Charlotte M Lydia Kitt, Mary Arnold and
"ii theto a gift for the girl whose name she has chosen. And Santa Clans will be there with his hoary old uni- form to distribute surprises to every- one. In fact "Santa" wil come twice, for Epsilon girls are planning to give
Rho Wins Four Cups in Fall
By JANE BATTKRSON, Northwestern University
It seems such a short time ago that we moved into our new house, and yet this fall we came back and began "doing things" so easily and quickly that an outsider would never have believed that we were not old timers in the art of house warming.
Rushing naturally kept us busy for the first two weeks. And as a result, well—Rho announces the pledging of Gretchen Baarsh ('31), Betty Beau champ ('32), Marguerita Biondi
('32), (Rita's sister); Mona Broad ('32), (Queenie's sister) ; Margaret
Don .-.v.',. r ('32),
,:, T ' real • (our first re-
«
A f »er Dorr Jn Do:
and Margeiir Harris has been ass» tant head of "make up." ..
So Epsilon has had a busyJM very enjoyable season and ' ^ ^ ^ H forward to the new term pectation.
¥*&y Competitions
?^ ^ ter) ;: Marjorie Kldredge ( ^''f^M
Fulller (.'32), Lucille ^ a r d " e y M Dorothv Huckins ("32) ;
HLlovd ('32) ; Marion ('32) ; Sylvia Nixon (J)-
rI f H M Nash Perkins f30): -^fJ^M
re' A.\asn rerKin> i —
('32) : Elizabeth Snyder ( - * f ^ H Lenora Bloomquist ('30)-
after rushing as possible w«^ itiation for the pledges of » jjM On October 5. Vivien Bor^
hty Funkhouser and Grace
became Alpha O's.
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Grant is preparing to return to this country in order to be at Cornell this year. There are rumors of other very "gossipy" things, but I wouldn't dare breathe a word until we have an offiicial announcement.
yet forgotten games.
The members of the Old Ladies
Home have also been remembered. Under the direction of Olive Worden who is in charge of the entertainment fop the- ladie- during this year, Ep- silon visited the ladies and entertaH ed them with sone,s. Later, Helen Schlauch, our "grad" student from
"At present we're planning to build
a tennis court on the grounds, so
everybody put 'racquet' on your list
for Convention needs. We will have Nu gave them a hiidiK auni-
more to say about Convention pres- on hypnotism.
ently. In the meantime, get it in your But the Epsilon girls ha calendar—'Do it now!' is a great fined their activities to chanul'' little motto."
commAt a party for the children from the
orphan asylum. These parties are
' waI'K juschooleidlWa»r sion. jaie aFirst of all, there is the deluge of
''prelims." Then there is the sight of
frozen gorges and the tang of cold,
cold winds. But best of all, there
are plans for Christmas parties. The
Sophomores are already "tuning up"
for their carols to be sung on the
morning of the Christmas party, and
each girl is pondering long and anx-
iously over a bit of verse to attach Herrick have costumed plays H
2 uW a n"Pee"soccerteesmanS i f ?AM(j \oth« fK ? nb , e L
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biggest thing that Rho has Jane Martindale has been bid to so far this year is to win four the honorary Botany club and Mar- We won all the campus sub- garet Goble received one of the last ion drives and added three huge year freshmen scholarship cups. Six- cups to our display. The var- girls in the Glee Club, and about teams were captained by "Peg" ten more girls were initiated into liter- r, Harriet Mauley and Lois ary societies. Alice Heidler, assisted
. Harriet Mauley and "Dee" by several of the girls, is the classi-
l were individual high scorers fied advertising manager of the Daily
on trips to the Illinois—North Northwestern. We have the honor rn game and a collection of of having three people on the Sylla-
, pictures, a purse and a kodak. bus board this year, Vivien Bork, omecoming, cups were offered "Dee" Vogel and Jane Batterson. he best float and AOlT added Vivien is one of the editors. Lois
er cup for first place to the Dickie is on the distribution staff of
tion. Dorothy Blair and Ruth the Scraivl. all were on the Homecoming
resent them and to lead at the Army and Navy Ball. "Dee" Vogel decorat- ed one of the army companies with junior social committee. Alice Alpha O's colors. Several plays have
tret Cot?. .e l , o c k e y
the T , l , , a d e " ,
minations had ' f V ,
0onva
t and r-'", " i t v teams.
Z the -s,,rinc- Harriel
w f
and vr.
e d a n d "Dee" V o ^ t
pledges gave a tea for all new girls on campus and a lovely • luncheon and bridge for the active chapter. After the Dartmouth game we held our annual open house and at home- coming held the annual Rho corpora- tion meeting at the house. On Fri- day evenings we have been giving a
arriet t h c e Ianky
Margaret a I , -5 t a r t e a i 1 1 '
eU sc h ei '
Coe and series of teas for the various fra
:
a
lpha n'5lr£,e' " the officers
ternities on campus.
Loi? n ^
Uth
Marshall, pre-
Bertha Thurman, "Wiggie" Larson and Estelle Swigart are all back in school this year. We don't see much of Estelle, however, because she and her brother, George and Frances An-_
ittee. Every year the units of the Army the class elections "Peg" Park- and Navy pick their sponsors to rep-
s elected secretary-treasurer of nior class, and Norma Coe vice- nt of the junior class in the l of Education, "pesr" is also
er, Ruth Pearson and Katherine are on the sophomore commis- Lois Dickie and Tane Martin- re on the House of Represen-
been put on in the School of Speech, and we always manage to be repre- sented. Marion Lowenthal was in the freshman play, "Merton of the Movies," "Wiggie" Larson in "Tom- my," VivienBorkin"YouandI" and "Dee" Vogel in "Liliom." Wil- helmina Hedde from Theta is here, living at the house, and she is coach-
ing several plays while studying for her master's degree.
We have managed to have a tea, rn3 !'' P e 8 " is to be open house, reception or dinner pract- t business manager of the W . ically every week since school began. Two new houses were completed this fall, and we gave a tea for their re- p, i Junior captain and sidents. On October 10, we enter-
./ m a n a ger of the junior tained the new dean of women, Dean
£ v W m a Coe, Marv Florence Rpbnett, at dinner. The
oftheW.S.G.A.
1 1 8 /.h a v e
°f
b e g u n - a n d
c h a Pt e r s Pe n d
eood
their chasing soccer and hockev
t h e
^»SW.A.
s
th first meeti o£
rma Coe was elected head of
S,,,,
a r e on t e a n i a i K l
h e squad.
CrowdVr
fi?d',s.ecretary'
a n d
c h
' . aplain. Margaret
n
is
''•> Ma;rS 'd c , ,U
v
cl
thc teani
• "
Margaret
8 U e n t a B i o n d i ^rofT-tA,nn Teuscher
a
t h e Rifle
and M r I , 0 r r " Margaret derson have been busy with their trio
their
c
L
f e °« Wakefield playing at various hotels, weddings
ciass team.
and receptions. They gave a series
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of Sunday concerts at the Orrington Hotel.
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time being. The letter has beconfc
in
quite lengthy, but Rho has been verv And that, I guess, is all for the busy "doing things."
Iota Wins
a Cup By
in Ticket
OLIVE OGREN,
Contest University
for Homecoming of Illinois
Shorn
Lambda Girls Earn Loner Division By ADELE OILMAN GIST, Leland Stanford
Honors
University
SupervisEsdohr more CoMacMilFaculty In theimportanwhich wHere and there, a face is missing Lambda's c i r c l e . Antoinette Schultz is still in Europe at the time of this writing, Dorothea Hawkins is again away, and of course all our
last year's seniors are gone.
Our dear Mrs. Templeton has left
us after fifteen years of mothering Alpha O's. Mrs. Herrington, mother of one Dottie of older Lambda fame, has graciously consented to take her place. We are having a tea for her soon in order that she may meet all the various campus celebrities and our favorite "profs" and "boy friends."
So far.-our main activity has been making the house livable once more. With the curtains put away and the rugs rolled up, it was very bare and cheerless, but now with the dirt
scoured out and the trimmings back in place, it is once more a home.
A craze for brilliant furniture has suddenly descended upon us and one room is red, the next green and orange, another black, and still an-
other yellow. W e are ready now after a whole week of painters' cowlicks and zebra striped petticoats to send in photographs to the House Beauti- ful.
Three little pledges are shaking in their boots over the coming mystery of initiation. The date is secret, but not far off.
Lambda is very proud to announce that three of our girls : Ruth Patter- son, Dorothy Bogun. and Adele Gist have made Lower Division Honors and so have scholastically placed in Stanford's upper ten percent.
Now that the year is well on its way, Iota's actives and pledges have become acquainted. W e are very happy indeed with the twenty girls we have pledged this semester, and we know that they will make splen-
first thing in the way of achieVg ment, as a group, is the addition«fl a nice, big, silver cup to our collepM tion. It was awarded to us as * prize for second place in the thJH selling contest f o r Homecoming Stunt Show, which is an annual eye
did Alpha O's. They are: Erma Bis-
sel, Elizabeth Hess, Edna Kline, and
Margaret Cerney of Chicago; Mary
Fernholz of Harvard, Illinois; Mary
Katherine Kennedy of Villa Grove,
Illinois; Eleanor Hall and Essie Col-
lins of Berwyn, Illinois; Jane Dur-
ham and Mary Alice MacMillan of
Hinsdale, Illinois; Virginia Jones of
Streator, Illinois; Elizabeth Hen-
dricks of Lanark, Illinois; Laura fraternity, and Alpha Kappa L"
Rose of River Forest, Illinois; Wil-
ma Haeger and Evelyn Davenport of
Oak Park, Illinois; Audrey Skinner
of Evanston, Illinois; Helen Grain-
ger and Mildred Wilcox of Cham-
paign, Illinoisj Louise Buresch of
Riverside, Illinois; Evelyn Home of of the freshman and varsity
HJkeI'Aurora, Illinois.
Quite a few things have happened in these first months of school. The
team, and she was recently e committee chairman for Orai'r Blue Feathers, the freshman *c
, proud of ourselves as saleswomen now. *
dram v About two weeks ago Kay Bro«Jj one of our juniors, was initiated ' Sigma Delta Phi. honorary P«» speaking fraternity. Then Helen berts, a senior, was initiated Kappa Delta Pi, honorary edugM
'"c,„• '"an'•ershin Ann„al honorary sociology fraternity,
erine Arndt, also a senior this
was initiated into Kappa Delta. too. Eleanor Hall, one of our p ^ g made Terrapin, honorary s W " ^ r f
fraternity. Eleanor is also a m
ocCfi
r ^
Marv r
Thankuiiii'li topledges There armuch sof»S prowhiOf thePalmer and Flomade G(32), mteam anfreshmanRt'th Wrald Sge H(§§{• MHP), r«*). an"* remit.|0 s t .at the Universitv. We are certain'? ;, NJANUARorganizaBurg wGold Fmen's orwas maTatiV terrtity '
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fraternity, recently claimed her for one of its members.
Grace Stowell ('29), was pledged Sigma Alpha Iota, honorary musical fraternity.
Victoria Jackson ('30), and Mary Youdan ('30), were chosen for the executive committee of the Junior class. Victoria also "made" the hockey team this fall.
Jean Lockwood ('29), is the secre- tary of the Pre-medic Association.
Helen Gillis C30), is the Costume manager of Tambourine and Bones.
Gertrude Koch represents her dor- mitory in the bi-annual swimming meet. Mary Jones ('31), who broke the tank record last year carrying away the highest awards, will repre- sent Alpha O.
W e have had several social afiairs, all of them successful The first was the Pledge dance, Ocotber 27, given
ions committee. G r a c e is a member of the Sopho- tillion committee. Mary Alice lan was on the Junior Prom Reception committee.
way of social events, most t of all was our house dance, as given November 24, and
was very exciting. The other evening we gave a dinner for several mem- bers of the faculty.
In October. Ruth Marie Glenk was married to Fred Johnson, a member of Sigma N u fraternity at the Uni- versity of Illinois.
n ?.£ixS e y ( > 2 9 ) - a n d
»oudan (*30), who was pledg-
e r J is one of the associate happened that Syracuse was having
T a m b o u r i " e and Bones. Hill by the actives for her future sisters.
organization; secretary of Club; and on the art staff range Peel, Hill comic maga-
tbe
• J' w e r e f e t a C h i
The Colgate dance was at Hal- lowe'en time so the decorations were correspondingly ghostlike with many skeletons. It was a weird affair, so weird that we never have found the skull that was spirited away.
The purchase of a new baby grand piano thrilled even the least musical of us. Alice Shannon ('31), plaj-s her incomparable jazz with a greater vim than before.
A month or so ago Pinckney Estes Glantzberg, Alpha O's National Pan- hellenic Delegate visited us. It so
Catherine elected to raera-
v J
Chi Members Give
By HELEN B. MASON,
sgiving is over, and Chi had give thanks for. Her new are the most important.
e fourteen of them and being ught by other sororities, Chi ud to bestow her own red
te badge upon them.
se Marv Keith ('32), Norma ('32), Helen Downing ("32), rence VanVIeck ('32), have lee Club. Helen Betchley ade the freshman hockey d is also a member of the executive committee.
Williams f'32). Grace Fitz- (-30), Ruth Boltwood f'32), endry ('32), Floramel Tones arian and Gladys Arnold espectively, Alicia Bobinski d Gertrude Koch ('31), are aining pledges.
?" °f our actives are active eubauer ('30), is vice-pre-
Y, 1929
tion on the campus. Dorothy-
as elected social chairman of
eathers, the sophomore wo- are looking forward to their repeti- ganization. Frances Cassidy tion in the near future. Then we de a member of the Dance had our Homecoming week-end which
p-° S founders of honorary art fra-
e r greatest achievement was nftheciht
A , Pha, honorary AUt"1 1 ^- Catherine, last °k the second award in W.
a
Dance Syracuse
for Pledges University
the studio tea that was given the next day. Both were a lot of fun, and we
Phi Paily Oranqe. Theta a Panhellenic banquet and great was
ni
. honorary journalistic
the delight of all when Mrs. Glantz-


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berg consented to be a guest speaker. won for her national fame.
We can be proud to claim for a Chi's latest contemplation is a most sister a woman so charming, so concentrated interest in purchasing a active, whose keen intelligence has new house for next year.
JANUARcuss topicconversatUpsilon sThe secto introduUpsilon Leaps From Twenty-Third to Fifth in Washington's Brier, to Scholarship
Bv ELIZABETH MORRIS, University of Washington
happeningthe chaptThe first red letter in Upsilon's 1927-1928 calendar was a huge "R", which marked September 22, the date of formal teas. Teas, as you know, start our formal fall rushing. A l l our ingenuity was called forth as we planned our rushing parties, about which I shall try to tell you. First we gave a frontier luncheon, lined the walls with pre-Volstead bottles, sang songs of the bowery, and gave away red bandanas as favors, to create atmosphere. Secondly we stag- ed a bohemian dinner, where futuris- tic drawings on easels furnished the fitting decoration. The third party was a Chineses luncheon with the usual rice and chop sticks; and next came a Spanish dinner, where gay senoritas served. Fifthly we had a
circus luncheon, served pink lemonade and enjoyed grotesque side-shows. Our last dinner the most important, was the Northern Pacific idea, which ended with an Alpha O fireside. To prove the success of our rushing Upsilon introduces with pleasure;— Misses Salley Sue Allen, Martha and Marjorie Beeuwkes, Phyllis Mayo, Margaret Denham, Frances Stauffer. Margaret Reed, Mary Genivieve Scott, and Dorothy Hall, all of Seattle; Barbara Clarke of Lajolla, Calif., Mildred Larson of Tacoma, Thelma Bagley of Raymond, Jane Kenyon of Yakima, and Lois Ewing
of Bremerton.
surer of the Y . W . C. A. freshman commission, of which Mildred Lar- son is also a member. Salley has had one of her poems published in our college magazine. Columns, which claims Melanie Petersen ('29), as Business Manager. Lois Ewing and Mary Gen Scott have been elected to Axe and Grindstone, and Lois has been chosen secretary of this Under- classmen's honorary society. Mildred Larson is our Spur representative, and Barbara Clark is hard at work on our year book, the Tyre. Adelaide Cole has done a great deal since we pledged her. She is active in Y. \Y. work and is on Fine Arts Council. Adelaide was one of the three ginjj chosen to sing for Schumann-Heink.
The actives are not to be outdone by the pledges in campus work. Irene Baker ('29), is Mortar Board secre- tary, which tells of her work in Y. W." and W omen's Federation of which she is vice-president. MelaniC Peterson ('29). is a member ot Gamma Alpha Chi, president of Axe and Grindstone and very active in the Columns office. Katherine Brad- shaw is sponsor f o r a girl scout troop, and Marian Elder is on s W . C. A . Cabinet. Elizabeth Reeves is an initiate of Mu Phi Epsdon.
idea was looked mformed bgreen paloons andfrom the tumes of com pletedthose preSadie Thoish maideand gridiNu KSince formal rushing we have
pledged another darling Seattle girl,
Beryl Dee Glasgow. I must not for-
get to mention our two pledges of It was during Rose's stay that J
prcttv• 1!
last spring, Adelaide Cole, and Ellen Mudgett, an Alpha O sister. Phyllis Mayo is our only new pledge who is an Alpha O sister, we are very proud of her.
Our pledges have dived into cam- pus activities, thrillinp us beyond ex- pectation. Salley Sue Allen is trea-
learned we had raised ourselves t r the depths in Washington schaW^ ship; imagine a leap from twe third to fifth place.
O u r first big social activity homecoming dinner. T'1 , r , p ter alumnae came back to the c i \ fc- house to renew acquaintance an
8
0 f t i c ers -f?reasurerid'Sf ali, u ' busy. Just after pledging we had cha"pter JSocially Upsilon has been very
better AJshort but wonderful visit with Kos Bell (Lambda), our district super''1 tendent. She told us of the CornW Convention and from murmurs an plans all Upsilon will be at Eps»»«|
Alpgarev
t r S ' &av
ConstanNewYorkated thisRush wcarefully Parties weMexican entertainenew pledg•jladys C"cker, MgWS, C. j'"rlock, ,\l 0 [Mn, Wekler na
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s of interest. This year the One of Upsilon's new social policies ion was of the new house which has been most successful is that o earnestly hopes for. of exchanging dinners with fraternity
ond event was a formal tea houses. In this way we are able to ce our new chaperone, M rs. introduce our pledges to the Greek-
campus society. The third letter men and incidentally widen our
was our fall informal at own acquaintances. We plan to have er house. The MardiGras one of these affairs every Friday
carried out. The house
ost attractive, being trans-
y streamers of violet and
per interlaced. Many bal-
threads of serpentine hung
crepe paper ceiling. Cos- demically, trying to maintain the new every nature and country scholastic record and actively, in cam- t h e a t m o s p h e r e . A m o n g p u s w o r k . A s t h i s l e t t e r g o e s t o sent were; monks, sailors, the mail we are looking forward to mpsons, Dutch and Span- the commemoration of Founders' ns, children with lollypops
ron heroes.
appa Alumnae Entertain at Tea on Founders' Day By MARTHA BAIRD, Southern Methodist University
Was ,m,ch fete
d by many on Christmas Day.
JOYCE
" e n U 'rtained two national ber 8. Mary Neal Mcllveen, assistant
. She has helped us in everv
w e appreciate her kindness
also her
f l
u V \ n , m Pression on our presided at the tea table.
vivid Person-
? £e l p m eu i d i n S us as The engagement of Nurna Ablowich
ha Omicron Pi's,
t Pepple's marriage to Ca- nounced. The wedding will take place
1?"e s t s "I I'onor at Found- oanquct, Saturdav, Decem-
historian, resides in Bloomington, and as one of the founders of Beta Phi,
night and so far have exchanged din- ner with IIKA, SAG, AA*, AXA and A T A .
Thus you see we of Upsilon have really been quite busy socially, aca-
Day, which we are to celebrate with a banquet at the Gowman Hotel.
ce Romberg has gone to to study music. She grad-
last year from S. M. U. eek started with parties planned for each date. The re interesting Japanese teas, and Hawaiian suppers with rs who danced or sang. Our es are: W inona Bringhurst, assell. Ruth Guinn, Tohnnv arjorie Sigler, Marie Tim-
atherine Spurlock, M ancy Eugenia Hodge, Rosamond
honeymoon was spent in Cuba. They are now at home at 408 Collett, Dal- las, Texas.
Our philanthropic work is pro- gessing as vigorously as ever and especially for the poor at Christmas time.
Our parties this year have been planned so as to bring our girls closer together as it is harder for us in not
having a house.
Founders' Day was celebrated with a tea at Margaret Kizer Lynn's and Alice Kizer Bennett's home. The table was decorated with red roses and centered with a huge birthday cake. The alumnae were hostesses for the active chapter from three un- til five. Artie Lee Sypert Holland
Mary Wood Turner,
d Janice Travis. ''E enjoyed a visit
lone
from
ermer Matson, our Grand
to Edward Surgeon has been an-
Her wedding took Mary Eva Burnett was initiated 11 after which the November 27.
Entertains Edith Finn ting ton Anderson at Founders' Day Banquet
By
ARMSTRONG, Indiana University


knows the chapter very well. This fall she gave a tea at her home for the pledges, and their "sorority moth- ers," an affair which established a feeling of good fellowship between
the active members and the Blooming- ton alumnae. Edith Huntington A n - derson, Grand Secretary, who is also a Beta Phi girl, has not been with the chapter for some time, and we were most glad to have her with us in her official capacity.
After {he dinner hour, Mrs. Ander- son told us all about her trip through the Southern states where she visited several of our chapters. W e were particularly interested in her descrip- tions of our oldest chapter, Pi at New Orleans and our youngest, Alpha Pi at Florida State, and in com- paring our progress with theirs.
W e would be proud to introduce our pledges to even the most critical of national officers, and we took great pleasure in presenting the Grand Secretary to eleven fine freshmen. The number includes the following: Mildred Richardson, whose sister Madge Richardson Cassady ( E x . '25), will be remembered by Beta Phi alumnae; Dorothy Coughlan, whose older sister is a member of Iota at Illinois; Lucile Covell, who helps sus- tain the chapter's reputation for per- fect blondes; Edyth Mallory, who re- cently made "Campus Affairs"; Mary Helen and Laura Ann Wolfe, who take the place of the Holtzinger twins of last year; Isabclle Crostreet, who was pledged late last spring; Emily Foster, who bids fair to become an English shark and had a B average at mid-terms; Pauline Ellis, whom we consider the pick of the town freshmen; and our two most recent acquisitions, Marjorie Mason of Mo- non and Eloise Duckwall, Van Wert, Ohio. We were so unfortunate as to lose a very promising pledge, Mary Lou Gerad who transferred to an- other school. The freshmen have
proved a very clever and ingenious group of girls. Just before the Thanksgiving holiday they entertained the upperclassmen with a dinner- bridge which proved to be one of our
most successful parties.
Among the many things we might
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found time, is that we still have our
famous trio of presidents with us. Miriam Coombs ( '29). was elected A. W. S. president last spring and pres. ident of Omicron Nu, national home economics sorority this fall. Georga
Bopp ('29). was elected Mortar Board president last spring and president of "Der Deutsche Vcrein" this fall Katharyn Hoadley was elected Y. W. C. A . president last spring. She is also president of Sigma Delta Phi, national dramatic fraternity.
Jean Green ('29), is vice-president of Omicron Nu, havincr been initiated this fall. Joyce Armstrong ('30),is secretary of Sigma Delta Phi and treasurer of 'I'au Kappa Alpha, na- tional debating fraternity.
JANUAE•
Pha piSome of all this we tried t 0 ^ the hrTreally preferred, however, to LJH Cran e
her own charming descriptionJ^B sister chapters, as her entire - ^ H pressed upon our minds the pj. and influence of Alpha Omicro ,
with BIts ichitectof its home nbut alsOur nedously to live fortabltion toto comF,.S 1,-urodr£i £ 2 ; o_endt^SDrp«;i w
all " 0 \Edith Huntington Anderson v Marce'•arrettThom"tional We are, JuVirginHarriscago; zabeth ing ('30), emerged victorious from a JeanettMiriam Coombs and Grace Drab-
series of elimination trials for the University Glee Club. This is an in- dication of very good voice as only thirty of the one hundred aspirants survived the final try-out.
Howarda Clark ('31), was pledS firstgoPleiades at the annual Military Ball in October. W e now have Pleiades— Jean Green ('29), E1W Stott ('29j, Tewell Oliver ('30), and Howarda Clark. Howarda re«M treated the house t.. a five pound bt» of ean.lv. a gift tnmi "Andy Sickle. Delta Tau Delta. This i M first Delt pin since Juanita Braxto" Yockev left school.
Virginia Gentry ('31), and UM Mallory ('32). have been rejected chorus in "Campus Affairs."
pus Affairs" is a series of
and vaudeville skits written, d i f f f j and presented solely by campus t» and is a tradition at Indiana.
Edna Lee Coombs ('30), < S from Xi at Oklahoma is atnW with Beta Phi this semester. £3 was \ ice-president • Xi anc cousin of "Peg" Coombs ( » # • •27).
°f lastjje laBernicpreside<he Na?Pnng izationBefoAlpha a presPHl U a chaand coLI _ TMe St

RY, 1929 65
ta's New Home is Admired by the Whole Campus By E V A ADAMS, University of Wisconsin
°ntana State girls, Al- rS the sisters carricd off
?-
n W a s "tremely proud of all
u b c h n c i ( 1 e r and Bernice letic Award, the Dean's Cup given to the sorority with the highest number of W. A. A. Athletic points. Truly the events of Woman's Day repaid the girls for a year of earnest work.
r? tapped for
p Mortar Board
ndividuality, its beauty of ar-
ural design, and the suitability
location has made Eta's new
ot only the talk of the campus,
o of the residents of Madison.
w home has aided us tremen-
in rushing and has enabled us
and entertain much more com-
y. W e extend a hearty invita-
all the -iris of other chapters on campus. Dorothy Schmid is edi- e and visit us. tor of the Sunday magazine section of
f c t e t l
elphian Literary Society, Mary
recording secretary of **reasurerofY.W.C.A.,
n n t
Represcn- °f Delta Phi, Art honorary.
.
the Cabinet, Carolyn Haley,
Elliot) under
class
i.-K e llett, vice-president of Marcella Schneider, vice-
Omicron. oman's Day, that happiest of
v °
fPhi UpsiIon
l0r M
lb o - mention that we took the highest Ath-
v C e . a s President. Dorothv ' K a t h rvn Kellett and Hazel
n
c ,w e r e pledged Spurs, na-
sophomore honorary. M ary
Palmer, Oak Park, 111.; Sarah Ro- gers, Kansas City, Mo.; Mary Vir- ginia Sloan, Clarksburg, W . V a . ; Zella Mae Spencer, Gary, Ind.; Carol Lee Thompson, Harlingen, T ex.; Jeanette Zimmer, Wausau, Wis.; Eli- zabeth Durand, Milwaukee; and Phil- lippa Patey, Newtonville, Mass.
Many of the girls have been active have sixteen new pledges. They the school paper. Gwendolyn Dow-
lia Carr. Scales Mound, 111.; ia Dean, Chicago; Hardynia , Chicago; Kitty King, Chi- Virginia Marks, Madison; Eli-
ding has been pledged to Alpha Kap- pa Delta, honorary sociology sorority. Dorothy Adgate has been elected to Omicron Nu, honorary Home Eco-
Mathewson, Wausaukee, Wis.; nomics sorority. Elanore Parkenson e North, Madison; Dorothy won high sophomore honors.
Alpha Phi Wins Dean's Cup for Athletic Points By KATHRYN KELLETT, Montana State College
back and pick up the tag ends
year's accomplishments since st chapter letter. In April e Crane, last vear's chapter nt, represented the college at tional Convention of A . W . S. elections in all campus organ- s showed that this was to be
re chronicling the events of
Phi this fall quarter, I must
Hakala, Hazel Thompson, Kathryn Kellett and Erma Monroe were chosen for Eurodelphian Literary Society.
Alpha Phi won practically all the athletic awards. Dorothy Garrett won the swimming medal for high point winner in the swimming meet, the rifle medal, a W. A. A. Cup for four first places in major sports, a silver
idential year for Alpha O. basket-ball for captaining the winning p p ' o u r musician, was elect- basket-ball team, and best of all the
coveted Laist medal, awarded to the best all round girl athlete. Hazel Thompson took the track medal and speed hike medal. There were ten Blue and Gold swimming suits awarded for excellency in swimming and diving and of these five were earned by Alpha O's. The mermaids are Frances Fogler, Hazel Thompson, Kathryn Kellett, Dorothy Garrett, and Marjorie Spaulding. There have been twenty suits awarded in five years and of these ten have been won by Alpha O's. The many athletic triumphs of Alpha Phi would make this letter much too long, but I must
irman of music in A. W. S. mmissioner of inter-social on
"-JJIWUCI ui unci-sueidi e udent Senate. Mary O'Leary


66
To DRAGMA
ryn Kellett were chosen for the cast of "The Cassilis Engagement" pro- duced by Tormentors, the college dramatic club.
At the "Big Game" for Montana State in Butte, Montana, all the Ahi pha O's met and ate with the Butte "alums," and those who were ovm for the great game.
JANUfreshmby bonial lafrom Alpha O's also won the twenty-five dollars for the sorority having the highest scholarship average for two quarters.
And now we are back again striv- ing to maintain last year's record. We made a good beginning by pledging Emma Baldwin, Viviene Bouleware, Tanton Bally, Helen Cobb, Caroline
stars The tea, Swhichcess. by thetown being The sympaTanksBusch, Elizabeth Griffith, Doris Hall,
Dorothy Hanson, Martha Hawks-
worth, Virginia Keyes, Mildred Ne-
vin, Elizabeth Pope, Dorothy Schnei-
der, Marvel Willets, and Mary Wis-
ner. Now they are engaged in that
end of the quarter struggle testing ing, and Hazel Thompson was trans- whether this pledge or that pledge portation chairman.
shall make her grades. The frosh were didy impressed during Fresh- man Week when five out of the eight representatives of Woman's Organi- zations on the hill at a freshman women's assembly were Alpha O's.
W. A . A . elections were held with Erma Monroe, president, Dorothy Garrett manager-at-hrge, and Hazel Thompson, speed hike manager.
Marcella Schneider. National Vice- President of Spurs and our chapter president recently inspected a chapter of Spurs at Salt Lake and installed
Of most ter thistart We habeginnEach were: pictureand a eleven We were all dreadfully excited
when the "alums" presented us with a
gift during rushing, a beautiful one at Logan, Utah. Brunswick panatrope to replace our
old rickety phonograph. Now the
sonorous tones of our panatrope can
be heard at any time of the day float-
ing up even unto "Green Heaven,"
the sophomores' attic domain.
Two sisters, Dolly Tripp and Kath-
fraternity or sorority.
•Out tivitiesthey htwo wsleeps, during>ou ruby?»er"Nu 0micron Moves Into a Large By EVA JEAN WRATHER, Vanderbilt
Colonial University
House
As several of our officers for 1928- '29 could not come back to school, Nil Omicron started off the first meeting of the new school year with elections.
Helen Dodd was elected vice-pres- ident to fill the place of Daisy Tuck- er, who, since our elected president, Frances Carter, will not be back in school until the spring term, is now president. Laura Dismukes was elected assistant corresponding sec- retary; and Frances Weise, historian. Kathleen Boyd is our new treasurer, Helen Dodd having had to resign the office on account of an unusually heavy schedule. «
everyone agrees it's tin- prettiest one we have ever had. Also, we have nine girls living in the house beside* our house mother, which leaves W spare room at all—in spite of the fa* that our house is a largo brick Colo- nial. . .
Frances Weise, one of our year pledges, was elected president « Co-Editors, a Freshman-Sophom?" Literary Society, at their last meeOW in the spring.
On September 28 Panhellenic C J H cil save a tea forallthen e %J^B It was a great success and a y?^H an excellent opportunity tor old + new girls to become acquainted. .
the
^ isf •oughtworthwstrictlyAt the Vocational Congress im High School Girls we were active. Dolly Tripp led the singing at all the sessions, Mary O'Leary was chair- man of entertainment, Carolyn Haley
and Mary Taylor had char. i hous-
One of the biggest social events of the year was the formal reception given bv Alpha Phi for the newly in- stalled Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. It is a chapter tradition to hold a re- ception for every incoming national
Our first "job"—and it really was
one!— on starting back to school was
to move. W e are especially proud of like a real part of the university«]» P'ctureour house this year as only two other sororities on the campus can boast of a similar asset—and then. too.
V. W. C. A. gave a costume
less" dance on October 5. < ,|,ei<' girls acted as valiant escorts to
' p,edgedTo further make the new ir>fls
^oraBall- aVTh ' b°ut of
m*re ardeli«i,tir?lX
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ARY, 1929 67 en, and a gay time was had other tea, so you see we've been
ld, bad pirates and demure colo- "teaed" at lot. Our pledges are: dies, lustry sailor boys and girls Adele and Katherine Dudvey (our the South Sea Isles, football first twins!), Frances Ewing, Mabel
and naughty Apache misses.
house girls entertained with a unday afternoon, October 7, , from reports, was quite a suc- The tea was further enlivened fact that four of our out-of- "alums" were present, the girls house guests for the week-end.
entire chapter wishes to extend thy to Elizabeth and Corinne ley in the loss of their father.
Godwin, Florence Hayes, Marion Hill, Margaret Lamb, May and Mar- garet Rawls, Frances Rodenhauser, and Elizabeth W enning.
We all enjoyed M rs. Anderson's visit very much. We had a buffet supper for her, and a great many of the "alums" came. After the supper Mrs. Anderson talked to us infor- mally, telling many interesting things.
December 8 we had a buffet supper in honor of Founders' Day. Our freshmen entertained us with dances, songs, and a one-act t>ia y . Then some of the "alums" told us about the founding of the fraternity and each
course rushing is always the
important thing for any chap-
s time of year, so I'm going to
in by telling vou about ours.
d delayed rushing this year, not
ing until after examinations.
sorority gave three teas—ours of the Founders.
a Jeannine tea copied after the I was about to forget our house Lilac Time; a Cinderella Ball; dance for the freshmen on December rose tea. Then we pledged our 6. We all had a glorious time, and freshmen at another tea, so our pledges made quite a hit.
of a medlev of college ac- , college work, college football, ave given us two weeks. For eeks the college talks, eats, fraternity. Tuniors murmur psychology lecture: "Who are shing?" Freshmen whisper to-
"^/ n o a r e y°u Dc'"g rushed
freshmen, the college's children just loved it.
One of our best parties was a night club party. Little tables, lighted only by glittering candles stood in the shadowy corners of the room. Some- one was playing jazz on the piano. A girl clogged for us. Someone else told an incredibly funny story: and
a battle royal, this rushing, all the while narrow streams of paper
twirled through the air and coiled for the biggest possible prize, themselves around us. T h e thin sound
hile friendships. But we fight of our conversation became mingled according to the rules of the with the crackling of paper. Two,
Psi Tells of Clever Rush Parties
By LOUISE F . SEYFERT, University of Pennsylvania
/ a n n i n e tea copied after the
^ a rose tea. Then
ty-"
ble skirmish.
^l 'a c Time; a Cinderella
"Why it's nearly eleven o'clock. I have to run." A freshman broke the spell. " I certainly did like vour par-
W e k e e p P a n h e l l e n i c r u l e s - three, four at a table we sat and
ear no personal animosity to laughed, and ate something delicious.
h a
the A0IT hds (made ^
aternities; and the Alpha O's The cider went to our heads, and with
med for the conflict.
one accord, we seized hold of the t e a w a s I 1 0 t a tea. Tanked freshmen for a dance, with truly mas-
culine bravado. T h e piano played 0 t h e r fraternities, fell with faster and faster "Picking Cotton,"
first
havinR drunk tea a11 after_
"Sonny Boy." W e danced wildly, "anas, canned pineapple and yielding ourselves to the power of the
ryL \V e counted our first tea music.
b
we our eleven freshmen at an-
At our final rushing dinner dance


08
we took the idea of the fraternity as a foot-ball team: w e called o u r pres- ident the captain and our last year's freshmen the scrub team. In our children's party w e showed w e could be childish. I n o u r night club party, we showed w e could b e sophisticated. Atourrushingdanceweshowedthat we could play the game together. It gave the feeling of closer fellowship between the fraternity and the college
To DRAGMA;
as we sang the University of Penn- sylvania football song and the Alma Mater. And afterwards when we sang the Epsilon chapter song, it w a s ifi! the same spirit of team work, sisters together for the good of the college.
And to this team work we owethe splendid freshmen w e have gained as our new scrub team, a tremendous asset to the Varsity.
JANUAPhi Chapter Members are Active on Kansas Campus By HELEN CLEVELAND, University of Kansas
Is there one among you who does not believe there is a Santa Gaus? You should be with us, for truly you could never doubt it then. P h i has had so many honors and so much happiness lately that it is no wonder we are anxious to tell the rest of our
Vernon Tinkler on April 4. They are at home in Leavenworth, Kansasj In June. Margaret Elledge married Dr. W . W . Foreman, and they are in Kansas City, Mo. On this Thanks- giving, Lenore Bird became M rs. John Gere and will live in Bartles- ville, Okla. John is a Sigma Chi
A biors hyear,ahave a Us. SoFulton,Hook Gladysback tacceptesociety On October 28 we added to the ac- ing you all of the honors Phi
tive chapter seven n e w initiates, these are Margaret Drennon, Law- rence, Kansas; Lucile Clippinger, Kansas City, Mo.; Helen McMorran, Macksville, Kansas (Kathleen's sis- ter) ; Helen F a y , Wichita, Kansas; Florence Longenecker, Elsmore, Kan- sas; Gladys Bradley, Agenda, Kan- sas; andMary LeeRobbins,.Spear- ville, Kansas.
captured since last spring. As * chapter we proved we were notlaCK ing in humor bv winning a cup g l V ^
So far the clergy has not lacked
; to the upper 10% of the g r a d u ^
to
class. T h e Searcy family seems i 0 areconcerned. Lastspring,atinclinedtojournalisma?F'°r,..u
for marriages as far as Alpha O's
Easter, M ay Ellison was married to (Gertrude's Sister) "made" the J>.
e
greatLtcr ]' tt
hawker staff this vear. Also wen \ They are living here in Lawrence. two pledges, Betty Smith andJ«*
citetnenEarl Wimmer (a Kansas Acacia).
Genevieve Kimbal w as married to Toler, on the staff.
t e r Speawith hyear gGertruoffice aDouglaBrotheAmeliaOlatheHoltonter, Kawood. dependtum atDark iing towcile Evoffice hPeterso. Vera'salsoi>neiS men s nett is^u
Alpha O sisters about it.
School started rather late this fall, from Nebraska. I c y Purcell is now
but with successful summer rushing and an enthusiastic rush week we ob- tained a fine group o f pledges. P h i has thirteen new pledges. They are: Dorothy Bonney. Leavenworth, Kan- sas; Kathleen McMorran, Macksville, Kansas; Isabel Ashford, Iola, Kan.; Ruth Geisler. St. Joseph, M o.; Lau- raPrice,St.Joseph,Mo.;JessieKin- man, St.Joseph, Mo.;Nina McDon- ald, St. Joseph, M o.; Glenna Myers, Kansas City, Mo.; Betty Smith, Kan- sas City, M o . ; Elizabeth Clark, Great Bend, Kansas; Anita Munford, Belle- ville, Kansas; Mary Dowell, Wells-
ford, Kansas; and Justine Toler, Kansas City, Kansas.
Mrs. Chester McCraken and residing in Eldorado, Kans. During the sum- mer Marian Bolinger married Willard Mayberry a n d they live in Elkhart; Kansas. I n August Ura Frickey married C . N . Hinkle of Manhattan, Kansas. Marguerite Chandler is soon to become M rs. Charles Eugene Cayot, and Thora Collins will soofl
marry Merle Judkins.
Phi has had only two engagements announced so far. Frances Wilson is promised to George Cash (a Kan- sas Delta Tau), and Mary Lee Roj| bins is engaged to George Feil («j Theta T au).
I hardly know where to begin tell-
LS0B«K;J\y° et,, n News anprCsecretaa , ?o
^initiby the Sour Oivl for the best Pa Se J ] thpSTerwit. This contest was open to sororities. ,
neck tn »,fF goer ^muWe are mighty proud of GertrUjJ: Searcy for winning last spring l . Sigma Delta Chiaward. Th'5.ties yiven bv the journalism f''a t c r n ! ^
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For fear you all don't know the good news, we will let you in on it, so you can join with us in praising Phi's ow n Mary Rose Barrons. She made her public debut the week pre- ceding Thanksgiving in S t. Paul as Lady Catherine, the prima donna role in "TheVagabond King." Shewas
bazaar, December 8, a n d the Christ- mas spirit certainly reigned in a ll its glory, f o r such pretties y o u never saw! December 15, we had ouran- nual Christmas formal. This party was followed the next day by a tea
igmajority of last year's sen-
ave been back to see us this ndwehavealsobeenhappyto
number of older alumnae visit
me of them are: Opal Wells
Glee Starr Bloomer, Mary
Wall, and Inez Ward Blazier,
Filson ('27), has not been
o see us, but she has recently
d the position as assistant for the faculty. editor o f th e Joliet Herald
'ASS have ,iaPPenedinthe heldinAnnArborinthemiddleof
d e w o r 'd since our last chap- June, and filled us with new enthu- May, and siasm and ideas. The next week, t Ah 3 S h a d h e r s h a r e o f ex* Commencement came and claimed • Our district convention was our thirteen seniors. When you add
p
V a S w r i t t e n
l a s t
king of Gertrude, I will begin
er to tell you what our last
raduates are doing this year.
de is working in the P.E.O.
t Mr. Pleasant, Iowa. Isadore
s is a dietician at Mayo
rs Clinic, Rochester, Minn.
Woodward is teaching at
, Kansas; Edith Adams at
, Kansas; Avis Stoops at Pot- the symphony orchestra as is also nsas; Olive Weatherby at Lin-
Kansas; Alice Ward at I n - ence, Kansas; and Helen T a - Morrowville, Kansas. Maxine s with us again this year work- ard her master's degree. Lu- ans is working in the athletic ere at the University. Berneice n is staying home this year.
Frances Kosar. W e have three girls, Jessie Kinman, Elizabeth Fryer, and Doris Dugger in Glee Club.
Faye Stoops, Phi president, presidentofEtaSigmaPhi. a member of Jay Jane, wo- pep organization. Ruth Ben- now a member of Omicron and in Dramatic Club. A t present she is working on a part for the play, " T h e Whole Town's Talking."
One ofourfreshmen,NinaMc- Donald, "made" the freshman hockey team a n d another. Dorothy Bonney, wasintheW.S.G.A.fashion show. Anita Munford also a pledge, is in
Gracious, I didn't realize there were so many things doing all at once, for on December 18 we had our Christ- mas banquet at which each girl gave the one whose name she had drawn and kept a secret, a gift generally a c - companied by some sort of humorous
poetry. A l l these little gifts, mostly toys, were given the next day to poor children for whom w e gave a party. There were about thirty-five of them this year, and they kept us plenty
« associate editor of the Jav- busy entertaining them, but how we usiness News. loved it in this season of good will.
ha}'e t w o S'rls o n Y-W.C.A. Last,butnotleast,Iwanttotell
Lucile Clippinger for weekly
you all how inspired and enthused
of Joliet, 111.
a pronounced success.
Phi had her annual Christmas
dPhiLambda Theta. Sheis esident of the Home Econo- lub and Halbur Bartlett is ry of it. Lucile Clippinger
ated into P h i Chi Theta and
i a n d D e n a M a e Harmon for we all were by Kathryn Bremer M at-
iS t n a l g r 0 U p - F l o r e n c e L°nge- son'svisit. Iamsurewearedestined ° n a s a number of activities for a more successful year this year, credit. She is on the W . A . A . because of the spirit which she has
ral board, in Quack Club, instilled in us anew.
icron Pi Wins Honors in Dramatics at Michigan
By SALLY KNOX, University of Michigan


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to these thirteen, two juniors who had left earlier in the semester, you will appreciate the hig hole in the chapter which we started out in Sep- tember to try to fill.
Two weeks of intensive rushing brought us ten pledges, who made up in quality for what they lacked in number. During the month that followed we pledged four more girls and decided to retire on our laurels until the second semester. W e then turned our minds to thoughts of in- itiation which we planned for and held early Sunday morning, Decem- ber 9, after a five day probation per- iod. On Saturday afternoon, we cele- brated Founders' Day with a banquet and speeches on the founding and significance of our sorority. A large number of -lumnae attended; and it was especially nice for our five up- perclass pledges who were on the point of being initiated to be able to be present at this gathering for the first time and draw inspiration from it at this time. On Sunday after- noon, we added the climax to an eventful week end, in the form of our
fall initiation banquet at the Haunted Tavern.
T o DRAGMA
was chairman of costumes, Ruth V an Tuyl, chairman of finance, and Albertina Maslen, the animal trainer. Ruth also made the winning poster advertising the circus. Jean Boswell, Louise Behymer, Jane Mundinger (three of our new initiates), aiuj Marie Edmington had committee jobs, while Albertina and Marie took part in the circus itself.
This over, the center of interest is now diverted to the Junior Girls' play, which is the biggest thing the women on this campus do. The play itself is not presented until March, but the work of organization has been going on for months. Excite- ment is now running high, as the first tryouts will be shortly. Our juniors have been attending dancing classes twice a week, conducted by the dance chairman, and practicing every night on the floor at home.
Our president, Cynthia Hawkins, has added to her long list of honors this fall, by being chozen a member of President Little's Committee .Off Student Affairs, and one of the three undergraduate members of the Board of Governors of the Woman's Lea- gue Building. Marie W agner was elecled vice-president of the Fresh- man class, and we have several class committeemen. Our dramatic talent has also been well occupied. Leone Lee has a part in Sardou's "Dipto" macy" presented by Comedy Club, and Frances Sackett and Blossom Bacon have acted in plays given by the Harris Players. Jane Web=ter is
JANUAOther happenings when compared
to those, of this week end sink into
insignificance, but of themselves are
important enough. Last spring, Fran-
ces Sackett was elected secretary of
the Women's Athletic Association,
and Cynthia Hawkins was appointed
chairman of the Judiciary council of
the Woman's league. In the Lantern
Night procession in the middle of a newly elected member of Muw
Amontoo, thinpresidenon the was chaan annuend.
Romasecretartion St^Ptain •wwnmiLouisVjTowellvrS' n. A I ; »hal2,H e .n rMay, she and Marian V an Tuyl, Sarah Bonine, Ruth V a n Tuyl, and Albertina Maslen were aides. Ruth Van Tuyl was chairman of properties for the Freshman papeant, celebrated the same night, in which four more of our freshmen took part, either as committee members or dancers, or both.
The big event of this fall is the Sophomore Circus, staged over a weekend early in December. Our sophomores worked hard, especially on the administrative end of it, and took parts in it. Kathleen Clifford
mers, dramatic society for women. Ouj pledge formal was November 10, and the Panhellenic ball, which fourteen of our chapter attended, the F""?*
aucatioAAlphacron Pithings tout rigfinest fof die are: MMary Srian Mof PorBaker, Salem, 10, we of Portour Telected man hoginia GBoyd wfreshmaica?J"0 n .,edl?cbil u W s S c
"snight after Thanksgiving. After.** h^l J ball we held a breakfast of beaiitiiffl
team ». oappointments at the house.
In our next letter we hope to
.
able to tell vou that the author °J the class of 1930 Junior Girls' P»> is an Alpha O, and that the enOTj cast consists of members of our u' trious sorority; and also that o attendance at the annual J-^°jLm one-hundred per cent. So we hop*
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g the active chapter members, gs have been happening. Our t, Luola Benge ('29), served Homecoming Directorate, and irman of the campus luncheon, al event of Homecoming week- Whisnant ('29), was elected y of the Business Administra- udent Body Association, and of the senior women's first ng team.
e Muller ('31), and Barbara ('30), were elected to Or-
a t 'o n a l dancing honorary.
ah Kurtz ('30), was elected i i a » Club, national physical
On November 16 we camouflaged n honorary; she was elected the chapter house with Oregon pen-
lpha Sigma Girls Are High in Scholarship
By ALICE A N N GORMAN, University of Oregon
Rating
Sigma chapter of Alpha Omi- has certainly been doing big his year. W e started the year ht by pledging eight of the reshman girls on the campus University of Oregon. They uriel McLean, Patricia Boyd, tein, Nancy Thompson, Ma- cGowan, Afarian Patullo, all tland, Ore.; Louise Gurney, Ore., and Hellen Ashliman of Ore. And today, December have pledged Virginia Grone, land, Ore. Muriel McLean, hespian representative was vice-president of this fresh- norary organization, and Vir-
LaWanda also is the head of all the women's sections in the annual year- book.
Eight of our girls made the Univer- sity Glee Club: Francis W oods ('29), Anne Maler ('29), Werdna Isbell ('29), Evelyn Hollis ('30), Rae Ste- vens ('29), Dora McClain ('31), Hellen Ashliman ('32), and Alice Gorman ('29).
Nor are we without dramatic rep- resentatives. Rae Stevens and Alice Gorman have both appeared in plays this year.
But perhaps the thing that we are most proud of is our scholastic rec- ord for the year. We missed getting the scholarship cup awarded by Chi
rone is its secretary. Patricia
as elected secretary of hte Omega annually by only four tenths
n class.
of a point, so you can easily imagine the vow that we have taken to fulfil this year. We don't intend that any- thing like that shall ever happen again.
Another honor won by one of the chapter members was the election of Evelyn Hollis to the office of presi- dent of the Eugene Girls' Club. And on the daily paper of the University we are represented by four members: Margaret Reid ('31), and Ruth Han- sen ('29), who are both reporters, LaWanda Fenlason ('30), who be- longs to the upper news staff, and Alice Gorman ('29), who is Music critic for the paper.
*°F THE JUNIDR C,ASS OF PH*'S~ nants, pillows, blankets and posters ation majors; she is serving for the Rally dance we gave in honor
- A " A - council; and the last of our pledges. Forty couples had a
rt0fa!Iu nherwas her ° P°
wonderful time.
ln
making the all-star volley- At Homecoming this year we had
t '
t the latter she is captain.
r Presentatives chosen from r -t
the
nda
i , ?f
a t
0 r e g ° n R e e ( 1
^ go to a con- C o l l e Se i n P o r t -
o^0 1 1 ' f o r t h e
B
Pledge De signs Pin for Indian Club at O. U. y ^ A R Y ELIZABETH GOODE, University of Oklahoma
Purpose of dis-
the problems of the Pacific. usual, and everyone liked it.
and the al
'-star speedball nine "alums" back—and they all ex- pressed themselves as enjoying it
Fenlason ("30), was one especially because of the close and in- timate bonds that were felt between the "alums" and chapter members and pledges. It was a more quiet but a more intimate homecoming than
our on December 8, at the Huchins Hotel, °nnders' Day Banquet held Oklahoma City. It was a very beau-


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tiful and impressive affair which every Alpha O * loves and admires. The reading of greetings and good- will from our beloved Founders, and
the toasts of the alumnae touched our hearts, and the true spirit of our fraternity made us actives realize the great responsibility resting in our hands.
The views of a stowaway (given by a pledge, on the good Zeppelin AOIT, made us realize how much Alpha O means to them before they are init-
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year. We always have an AOil re-i union, and the alumnae and active chapter become better acquainted. This year more girls returned than ever before, and plans were made concerning our long desired "Dream Mansion." T h e responsibility of tha house, decorations, entertainments and mid-night spreads were left in the hands of our worthy pledges, and they were very amusing.
For are diated. In the softly lighted room
amid the perfume of Jacqueminot
roses, with the girls dressed in lovely Ena Bob Mounts ( X i '29), and pastel evening dresses, we closed our Mariemma Wilson (Xi '30), made the meeting by singing our fraternity love "El Madju," the national honorary song, as we linked our arms together art fraternity. Joy Champlin, (Xi typifying the unity of Alpha Omicron
Pi.
Now to return to the earlier events of the year, I shall begin with our fall rush. As a result we received five pledges. We are very proud of them, the yare: Dorothy Ann Feyer- hern, Tulsa, Okla.; Frances Bamum, Pawhuska, Okla.; Joy Champlin,
Norman, Okla.; Lucille Y oung, Tulsa, Okla.; Beryl Leer, Norman, Okla.; Edna Mae Lloyd, Altus Okla.; and Aileen Crudgingeton, Amarillo, T ex- as, and Dorothy Mouser, Norman, Okla.
On November 29 we held six weeks' initiation on advanced stand- ing for Edna Mae Lloyd and Doro- thy Mouser, giving a formal dinner in their honor. November 19 we were honored by a short visit from
our Grand Treasurer, Kathryn Brem- er Matson. A formal tea was given in her honor on Sunday afternoon, and the Dean of Women was kind enough to stand in the receiving line.
On Dads' Day the girls entertained their fathers with a dinner. Home- coming is a tie that binds Alpha O's of Xi chapter closer together each
pledge '31), toured the state with 0. U's Little Symphony Orchestra. Eliza- beth Dooley (_Xi '31), made the hon- orary "Adagio" dancing club. Mari- emma Wilson and Edna Mae Lloyd are members of the legislative coun- cil. Frances Rowland (Xi '29), and Mary Elizabeth Goode (Xi '29). are membersoftheY.W.C.A.council. Lucille Hogue (Xi '29), is president of an .honorary Home Economics Club. lulia Tavlor is a member of the same club." Ella Mae Sigmon (Xi '31), and "Bill" Mathis (Xi '31),
are Panhellenic representatives.
An Alpha O designed the pin t"°r the Indian club. Lucille Young, * pledge, designed it. T h e club has been on the O.U. campus since 1914 for all persons of Indian blood. She has just completed and been honored W' having her ritual and coronation ceremonies accepted by the club.
Our philanthropic work this
was the sending of Christmas g»l to some Indian Orphan school wh;r the children would receive no C.n r 1 ^, mas except through the generosity some outside organization.
nouseoratedPi Delta Mothers Organize Mothers' Club By JOY LlNTON, University of Maryland
an U nd ing second semester rushing. Of with them all and are hoping J
Everything seems to be going much slower this year because we are hav-
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course, we are looking all the new girls over, and we have found that there is some very good material
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Among our outstanding campus activities we are proud to tell you of our representatives in honorary fra- tem ites: Lucille Y oung ( X i '31),
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We are starting an alumnae letter which we hope, in time, to be a our philanthropic work, we small paper. We are telling the alum- oing the same thing we have nae what the active members are do-
had a dance at the Several of the girls had dec- the house so that it looked
can't help it! It's the spirit of Alpha O in us.
One snare we used to capture the o f O U r lovely family. In lovely maidens was a pirate bridge
care of about five thousand en at Christmas time, and I'm if you could see some of the olls that have been dressed by hapter, you could rest assured uite a few little girls will be happy this Christmas.
celebrated, on October 25, our year as member of Alpha ron P i . W e celebrated our ay by having a buffet suppei at our alumnae and patronesses invited. Everyone had a lovely and much news was exchanged en the active members and the ae. After the dinner the pres- ere given. W e received many erful gifts for the house. Each gave a present; but our alum- nd patronesses did not forget her, and for several days pack- were coming to the house.
the beginning of the year we our annual subscription dance gymnasium. It was decorated strips of crepe paper and the we had around added to the rance a great deal. O f course, d the Alpha Omicron Pi banner n all, the dance was a great suc- oth socially and financially.
week before the Thanksgiving
and most of the alumnae have written to us telling how much they appreci- ated it. We are getting the second one out in about a week.
We are working hard now raising money for the building fund as we are planning a new house. O n e of the ways we did this was to give a rummage sale. A ll the girls collected all the old clothes they could, and the results were very good.
There has been a Mothers' Club of Pi Delta chapter formed, and they are helping us, among other things, to raise money for the building fund. They are giving a card party De- cember 8 for this purpose. Of course, that is Founders' Day, and we are going to have a buffet supper and then, instead of having an entertain- ment, we are all going to the card party and give them our support. Although this club has been organiz- ed only this year, we have realized already how much good they are to us, and we appreciate everything they do for us.
We are very lucky in having one of our girls, Estelle Nickells (Pi Delta '29), as the Regimental sponsor of the R. O. T. C. Besides this, we have three other sponsors, namely: Ruth Barnard (Pi Delta, '29), Bat- talion sponsor; Olyure Hammack
(Pi Delta, '29), sponsor of Company B; and, Margaret Leighton (P i Delta, '30), sponsor of the Band.
Members of the faculty have been entertained at dinner at the house several times during the year.
n y 0 U - W e p8 l ° l n f o r r n
a r e s e n d i n g 3'°" y°» o f t h e new
party. Ships and crude "hotticles"
additions are
k of the campus. W e just used to decorate one of our most
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all of deep sea description, were
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for the last few years, namely: ing, what the alumnae are doing,
who we want by the time rush- ason starts.
ing dolls for the "Empty Stock- and anything else that we think will lub" in Baltimore. This club interest. We have sent out one letter
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By LURA COONTZ, Birmingham-Southern College
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n ° o u t s i d e S"h present, but ne had a marvelous time. It
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JANUmagnificent homes—where we had little sister just never was heard of. twelve tables for bridge. The scheme We just learned that Fletcher, then of progression was planned in such an infant prodigy, talked Alpha 0 a way that there were always two to her lovely sister, Rosamond, two
short, huge BO onclub damusethe cling bspiral aret oroom. very pJanpopulaQueen"rats" and two upperclassmen at a table. Each girl had ample opportun- ity to flaunt her charms before the freshmen—which, in six cases, be- came fatal.
During an intermission, a spotlight dance was attempted by two of us in pirate costume. T h e bold pirate was expert in his technique though modesty forbids any mention of the captive (three years ago) maiden.
This spirit of mid-ocean revelry was so contagious that everyone felt certain she had within her some here- to-fore inhibited talent in this regard. The bridge party, after a colorful metamorphosis, turned into a ball. It is pardonable when you consider that the floors were marble, and the walls lined with full-length mirrors.
At the next meeting, we deducted our six girls. It was decided that if they had not already "fallen" or us, our one remaining hope was to feed them sumptuously.
At another beautiful home, next to the last night of rushing we don- ned our most attractive and enticing evening gowns, on the occasion of a buffet supper. W e chattered and charmed, but none were harmed. All went "right."
Our new girls are: Helen Johnston the most beautiful human with red hair we have ever seen, and beauty is merely a beginning of competence, sincerely brilliance, and what-not?
Estelle Kirk is one of these price- less pearls of whom we are to learn much more—later and later. She re- fuses to speak of herself. Her out- ward appearance bespeaks a lovely inward soul.
Mary Mabry—Little Mary is the prize in the cracker jacks from Phillips High School. Her column in the Birmingham News is the source of much talk and enjoyment. Her prominence reached us several years ago. Her talents are just too many to name here, but our constant atten- tion is called to her huge brown eyes and her "wit and repartee." She was elected to the Dramatic club recently.
Fletcher McArthur. A dearer, finer
years ago. Fletcher has been a great help to us among our other Fresh- men. Fletcher has "that something," she is always surrounded by little male collegiates. She readily "giveS! them the air" when there are sorority duties to perform. Some fraternities owe much of their best pledging to her skill.
Elizabeth Reynolds is all charm, vivacity, and versatility, we just can't say enough about our "little; sister" in the sorority. Her judg- ment is not to be questioned. She
is the pet of the campus in more ways than several. She was elected secre- tary-treasurer of the pledges.
Blanton Sanders is a lovely, re- ticent black-eyed beauty, with the rare distinction of being praised sky' high By our dean of women. Blan- ton is just "too everything for any- thing." She was elected president of1 the pledges.
The Birmingham social season isl now in full swing. Tau Delta chap- ter is well represented at many of these lovely festivities. Jenny Mickle W ood ('28), our last year's presi- dent, is making her debut this year. You should see her mass of golden curls bobbing about at all the differ- ent debutante parties.
Thursday evening, December 26, our alumnae and active chapters en- tertained with a formal dance, hon- oring our six lovely pledges, whom
I have already described to you. The affair was the most delightful school party of the season. The Hollywood Country Club, the newest and most ornate club in the city, provided * luxuriant spaciousness for the enter* tainment of the four hundred guests. . The one feature of the dance was a lead-out for the Freshmen. During the whole number these six very individual girls charmed the Su e jLi|
with their stunning evening S o W and their graceful manner. Each 0 tluir dre-.se- was different ''"''V.'] color and style, ranging from r l , J"e white taffeta to flounced black laCj Twelve rushees from the high sen
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the evening was crowned a success. We forgot to say that e even thought of leaving the uring intermission. The crowd d themselves by wandering over ub, some bowling, some play- ridge, others sliding down the chute, which goes to the cab- n the first floor from the ball- The alumnae presided over the opular punch bowl.
e Hamill ('30), was elected by
r vote on the campus to be
of our annual Thanksgiving
visits so much. Evelyn Coffin, our capable president, entertained for her at her own home. The guests at the tea from five to six included Mrs. Guy E . Snavely, wife of the president of the College; M rs. Gilbert W ilcox Mead, wife of the Dean; Ethel Wil- son, Dean of Women; and repre- sentatives from each sorority on the hill. T h e pledges entertained her with a luncheon.
Founders' Day, December 8, the alumnae and active chapters met in a private dining room at the Redmont
ll parade. Jane was also se-
by Vilma Banky as one of Hotel for a lovely banquet. There-
5 .e , l t e r c d i , , t 0 . a n d budgets Vs •eoing to mean a lot of
l n i t w l l c n we'look for-
French creations borrowed from an exclusiveWilshireBoulevardshop were: Margaret Poulton, Mary Leu-
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proved to be a great success. Our girls served, sold candy and chances, and modelled in the fashion show.
elve beauties of the campus to were toasts to the Founders and this year's annual. Jane is the Alpha O songs as the main features pianist and the secretary of of the program. Rochelle Gachet,
elta chapter.
Greene ('28), who received Birmingham-Southern Loving or rendering the most outstand- ervice for four years, is this frequent visitor on the cam- She is on the faculty of the ngham Conservatory of Music. studying herself, and is mak- ite a name for herself in the oth by her teaching and her g. Besides her other duties, busy compiling and editing for the new Alpha O song- Jane Hamil is assisting her s.
h Huntington Anderson, Grand ary, visited us recently. W e learn so much national Alpha s from her, and enjoy her
president of the Business and Profes- sional Woman's Club of the city, told us about the plan for the big Pan- hellenic banquet to be held in this city in the near future. This is the first organization of the Panhellenic in this city. Tau Delta chapter is in charge of the arrangements for the
banquet.
We've hit upon a novel scheme of getting together more often, without the expense of regular parties. W e meet the second W ednesday night of each month in various homes for just an informal good time. Every other time men are invited.
We are very enthusiastic about the prospect of the Cornell Convention. We are all saving our pennies and hope to see many of our sisters there.
Theta Helps with Teas and Bridges to Raise Money
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purchased a beautiful corner
for House y MARY LEUSINGER, University
Fund
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Angeles
pa Theta chapter is certainly home when school opens on the new ng these days how fortunate Westwood Campus next September,
in havin0- we know that it will be worth it! . ig such a wonderful
e chapter. Our newly organiz- On the afternoon of November 10,
others' Club also promises to our Alumnae chapter gave a benefit
vreat s u c c e s s helping swell bridge tea and fashion show, which
thc n e w campus.Plansfor
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JANginia W atson, and Kathryn W asser- have been acquired since the begin- burger. One of the gowns, a smart ning of the school year are: Beth black tulle evening frock was raffled. Caldwell, Dorothy Dudfield, Lenore, We were all delighted when, out of Edwards, Fern Johnson, Virginia 150 guests, our House Mother, Mrs.
ShePhi,Shedie reaHisEchomelimEthe thisjunChPainton, held the winning number.
Our Mothers' Club Bridge T ea was held the afternoon of December 8. The lovely home of Mrs. Kellog Van Winkle, chairman of the build- ing committee for our new home at W estwood and mother of Lucille "Rip" Van Winkle ('31), was grac- iously opened for the occasion. Our girls served tea and furnished enter- tainments for the afternoon.
Johnson, Pauline McGill, Martha Negus, Gwendolyn Thompson, Mar- garet Brecht, Jean Cook, Janet Mar- tin, and Violet Cardwell,
Formal initiation was held early Saturday morning, October 6, for Katherine Rutherford ('31), and Dorothy Woodbury ('31).
The freshman class took a large part in a recent campus affair, name- ly, the Pajamerino. The men of the
The active chapter is boasting of Freshman class built the huge bon- a fine, enthusiastic group of pledges fire while twenty Freshmen women this year. At times enthusiasm actu- served hot coffee and sandwiches. ally soars so high that activity op- We are proud to say that seven of
portunities prove to be a source of disagreement. W e predict a brilliant future for them. These pledges, which
our pledges served in this capacity, which shows their recognized excel- lent spirit and enthusiasm.
Cin weeborandtroO's.at WKainsingtereO's am Ioth"s fetKahoware]aothOmaMrsmerm fl^Jyounan.'e Ei;Wi:' Kappa Omicron Claims the Four Sponsors For the Mississippi Game
By P A U L I N E BARTON, Southwestern University
Thanksgiving day was of great im- a snow tea. The house didn't look portance to our chapter. It was like the same place at all, because pledge day, and of course, everyone this time it was very beautifully dec- knows how exciting that is. We pled- orated all in white with icicles, snow, ged six girls: Marion Pape, Jose- and tiny cedar trees. The refresh- phine Ellington, Irene Hyman, Betty ments were crystal salad, creanj Jones, all of Memphis; Carol Hewitt cheese sandwiches, and snow-ball from Marianna, Arkansas, and Ger- cakes. The third tea was a formal
tie Mayo from Holly Grove. Marian, tea.
Betty, Josephine, and Gertie are On December 2 and 3, we were
freshmen, Carol Hewitt was a fresh- visited by Edith Huntington Anderson.
man at the University of Arkansas Sunday afternoon she met with the last year. Irene Hyman is a junior. officers, and Monday she was the
She went to Penn Hall, Chambers- guest of the chapter at a tea given
burg, Penn. for two years.
for her and the alumnae. She told us about the other chapters she h*<* visited, and many other interesting things. W e certainly did enjoy her visit. It was interesting and helping too.
We had only three days for rush
parties this year, after a period of
closed rushing that started at the be-
ginning of the school year. We had
three rush teas. The first was a bow-
ery tea. I wish every one of you
could have seen our house. It was ors in student activities this decorated just like an old-fashioned Catherine Underwood is editor of , , i e saloon, with a bar, empty whiskey Journal which is the only literary. bottles and even sawdust on the publication of Southwestern. She > floor. Everyone was seated at tables also the only girl on the staff of «*
covered with checked cloths, and annual.
served spaghetti, coffee and rolls. The Dorothy Vanden has recently bee
F
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house was lighted with candles in
phi. a local honorary scholastic fraternity-
empty bottles. The second tea was made a member of Alpha Theta
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Harriet Shepherd is a member of the Shakespeare Club which is the highest honor that can be attained by a sophomore English student.
Charlotte Bruce is the secretary and treasurer of the dramatic club, the Southwestern Players.
Our big football game of the year was with the University of Missis- sippi. The sponsors for this game were four of our girls, Dorothy Van-
is also a member of Chi Delta an honorary literary fraternity. is on the Journal staff; and is only girl in our chapter who is ding for honors in English and tory.
lizabeth Williams has also been sen to join Chi Delta Phi. The mbership of this organization is ited to fifteen.
llen Goodman is vice-president of Sophoclean club. Membership in club is the highest honor in the ior English class.
i Delta Tells of Pledges'
By MARY VIRGINIA WELLS, University of Colorado
den, Charlotte Bruce, Catherine derwood, and Pauline Barton.
U n -
Activities on Colorado Campus
hi Delta chapter was most lucky having national help during rush k. Katrina McDonald and Val- g Swenson were here with us, we were certainly proud to in- duce them to the rushees as Alpha With their help, we entertained four lovely rush parties.
e were also very pleased to have thryn Bremer Matson make her pection visit of the chapter dur- November. We learned many in- sting things about other Alpha and about other chapters, that I sure will help us.
t is so much fun to learn about er chapters, and it certainly makes feel like we know them better. In ing Katrina and Valborg and thryn, we realized more than ever fine Alpha O is, and how we going to have to work, in order
t Chi Delta can compare with er chapters.
ne of our other bits of luck is t we have for our house mother, . Lucille B. Sheffield, whose for- home was in Atlanta, Ga. She thC a r e s u r e ' t n e n i c e s t n o u s e
tner on the campus, and judging
m h e r Popularity, others think so Mrs. Sheffield is one of the nsors of Epsilon group of the
iversity Women's Club.
np I e d g e s o f whom we can boast
Kuth Stewart. Pioneer, Ohio; a n c e s McGill, Laramie, Wyo.; lt- Eamont, Denver; Eugena k , n son, Brighton, Colo.; and V ir-
of Spur, the House of Representa- tives, Y . W . C. A., History Club, and W. A. A. Frances McGill comes here from the University of Wyom- ing, which she attended for a year. Frances is a Physical Education major, and a member of W. A. A. Virginia Fawley is a member of Chi Delta Phi, and Spur. Elizabeth L a - mont is a sister of Audrey Lamont ('27), and a member of Y. W. C.A. Eugena Wilkinson is a member of the Y. W . C. A. So, altogether, we have pledges who are in activities, and who are working hard to make their grades for initiation.
Margaret Haynes, who was forced to leave school last winter quarter, because of the serious illness of her mother, has returned to school. W e are glad to say that her mother is improved. Margaret is now our ac- tive member of Spur.
Mary Virginia W ells was recently initiated into Theta Sigma Phi. She was chosen Miss Democracy by the women of the University, at the A. W. S. banquet held in the fall.
Violet Ward and W inifred Ralph are members of the History Club. Several of our girls are members of Y. W. C. A. and the University Women's Club.
One of our girls attended the Art- ist's Frolic that was held in Novem- ber. This was a coveted honor, as only 80 invitations were sent out.
Dorothy Foster has been elected Life Service Lieutenant for the state of Colorado of the Baptist Y oung People's Union.
,Mley, Oak Park, 111.
u t h Stewart ('30), is a member
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Our former house mother, Mrs. at the Boulderado hotel, as our chap-
JANMae C. Luyties, will sail January 1 on a trip around the world. We en- tertained at a bon voyage dinner in her honor recently. A miniature ship, set upon a mirror formed the center- piece for the table. Each girl gave a toast to Mrs. Luyties. One of the nicest parties we have had this year was a dancing party that Mrs. Luyties gave for us at her home in Denver.
ter house is small.
I am afraid that it was never men-
tioned in To DRAGMA that Imogene Hadley ('27), was initiated into Phi; Beta Kappa, shortly before gradua- tion last year. Luella Koerner waij our other Phi Beta Kappa, and iti was quite an honor for a chapter as small as ours to have two Phi Bets.
We recently heard the good news that Mary E v a Burnett, an Alpha 0 We had a most lovely tea dance pledge as S. M. U., will attend school
for the pledges, directly following rush week. Our formal dance will be held during fall quarter.
We had a most lovely tea dance bridge party, after we return from Christmas vacation. It will be given
Alpha Pi Starts First Year
By MARTHA E . CRANE, Florida State College
We finished our first rushing sea- son as a chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi, and believe that we came out very successfully.
On Monday September 24 we pled- ged the following eirls: Margaret Baskervill Green, Memphis, Tenn.; June Fulmer, St. Petersburg, Fla.; Beatrice Ober, St. Petersburg, F l a . ; Celste Johnston, Miami, F l a . ; Jeanette Littig, Tallahassee, Fla.; and Irene Shaun, Tampa, Fla.
We were very glad to repledge June Fulmer, an A O n pledge from University of Minnesota. We
were also clad to have the honor of pledging Margaret B. Green, the niece of Mrs. G. B. Baskervill, Jr.. our District Superintendent.
Monday night after pledge service we entertained our pledges with a bridge dinner at the home of M rs A. Drummond Jones (Kappa), our alumnae adviser.
In spite of the fact that our faculty adviser of the two previous years, Nell Fain (Nu Omicron), is not with us, we feel that we have made 9 good start in the year's work.
here winter quarter. We are very thrilled about her coming, and hope that she will like it here.
We entered a volleyball teanj in the intramural league, and are glad to report that we reached the finals.
Newwi / / / Successful Rushing Season
Hechapfourquesbroueveryhourthe POwnumbmeetwhicare), doneship seven. Dnpflteour lherNe?j LJ?°"Protege (§ings in "Vagabond King" (Continued from page 3 3 )
It isn't necessary to tell most of you anything about Mary R°s because she's been such an active Alpha O, serving as Midwestern District Superintendent for the past three years. She is a meinbe of Phi chapter, but all of the chapters of her district and Tau claini
her, for wherever she goes, she helps with the problems whicj1 girls have to face. To quote again from the Pioneer Press: . Barrons received her first impetus toward achieving her ambition be an operatic singer when Kansas City, her home town, was visit _ by Mine. Schumann-Heink. The prima donna gave her a Pr n a .js hearing and was so impressed that she sent the young singer to Shawe of St. Paul for training. A period of study under Mr. ^n a was followed by special training in Mme. Schumann-Heink's ma S class in Kansas City last summer." ^ ^
At present she is studying under Mme. Schumann-Heink in ~ York City.
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York Alumnae Plan Seven Meetings for the Year With Special - Programs
By BARBARA PORTER COWEN
retofore the New York Alumnae ter has held its meetings on the th Saturday of the month. A tionnaire sent out last year ght requests for m eetings on day of the week and at various s throughout the day. This year executive committee was given er to decide the time, place, and er of meetings. If the first three ings are sufficient criteria by h to judge (and we think they the Executive Committee has nobly. Under the chairman- of Arleta Kirlin a program of meetings has been arranged.
Sunday, September 30 we were d to a tea at the apartment of president, Julia Tillinghast. e were about fifty in attendance.
xt came a dinner in The Tree ife Room at the Panhellenic se on October 25. More than
by Julia Tillinghast, our president, and Mary Donlon, chairman of the Membership Committee.
Arleta Kirlin was having a tea for us on November 18 at her apart- ment, but because of the huge at- tendance at these previous meetings she had to borrow Pinckney Glantz- berg's apartment. If you know the hostesses, it is almost needless to say what a very lovely party it was.
Founders' Day banquet was held in the Grand Ball Room at Panhel- lenic House with the four Founders present. There were eighty-two in attendance including N u active chap- ter. Margaret Wardell made an ex-
cellent toastmistress. L a Rue Crosson sang three lovely songs accompanied by Helen Dietrich.
Stella Stern Perry spoke in behalf of the Founders. When she speaks of that first Founders' Day banquet and the intervening years that have brought our membership to 6,000, one recaptures that first thrill of becom- ing an Alpha O, and finds renewed faith to go onward towards true ideals. W ould that 6,000 strong had been there in this lovely new house built by those who had a vision of a home for the fraternity girls in New York!
Mr s . T h o m p k i n s o f N u c h a p t e r spoke on Women in Politics, telling us just how important a factor we have become in the world today.
After the banquet there were es- corts waiting to take many of the
y attended, representing eighteen e chapters. Politics were in the so we heard why Bertha Rem- ( ^ U ) ' w a s supporting Hoo-
J e s s | e Wallace Huchan (Alpha),
aScj a "d P i n c k »e -v Glantzberg
i
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girls to the Biltmore Hotel for the their initiation held that afternoon at Nu chapter dance which followed the Panhellenic House.
San Francisco Alumnae Raise Money for Sigma's New House By ISABEL JACKSON
Monday evening meetings at Sig- Sigma's cheery fire. This time our
JANUABostonma's chapter house in Berkeley, be- gun in October as a football season experiment, when Saturday after- noons were at premium, have proved so popular that we are going to con- tinue them into the spring. Having a buffet supper with the active girls, chatting with them around the fire, and then going in to alumnae meet- ing when their gong sounds for "house meeting" is ah ideal way for the "old girls" and the young ones to get acquainted. Then, too, there are so many more of the alumnae who can drop in on Monday nights. Attendance in October was well over
task was the mobilizing of workers and rummage for the annual alumnae chapter rummage sale which was held in Oakland on November 9 and 10. This year's sale was by far our most successful one, and we could have sold indefinitely had not our supply of rummage given out. However the results were very satisfactory and once more Sigma's building fundi, benefited.
Founders' Day luncheon on De- cember 8 with our own Rose Gardner Marx, Grand President as guest of honor and Siema and Lambda actives and the San Francisco Alumnae chap-
MacMof the ing at ExecutThere the duing of permanannual Jacksoson wtranspogirls wmeetingplace intwenty, and the November meeting ter in attendance, brought to a close
An Eneld OPlans $1000 chairmof one Delta. of one jne fushowed an increase of several more. Our time at the October meeting was spent in plannine for the part which we were to play in selling tables for the actives' and Mothers' Club Bridge party which was held later in the month, with a great deal of success. More than five hundred dollars was
our particularly eventful fall. It was a privilege to have Rose Marx with us on a day when some seventy-five Alpha O's met to commemorate the ideals of the fraternity.
1929 is still an unopened book, as
we write this, but the date of the first
Providence
Alumnae
Send Money to Homeopathic As a Gift
By MAUDEE.C.COVELL
Hospital
it «. p ' 1 ^ u m m a both sj.i oof , ?' b »d0 J AIn October we met with our presi- dent, Louella Darling (Beta '01). Again we were seven, two of whom were our new members, Elizabeth Darling (Kappa '28). and Dorothy Draper (Delta E x . '28). W e had hoped to get started on the tea nap- kins, but there was some misunder- standing about the materials. W e were very pleasantly entertained by Helen Rose's (Beta '99), account of her trip abroad. Especially interest- ing was the account of the British Royal family and their attendance at the Derby, in all the pomp of royalty.
Our November meeting was held
with Ethel Remele Willis (Delta '04). We were nine. This was one of the busiest meetings we have eye held. Our fingers were busy with , e napkins, and our tongues were busy with presidential election and sta politics.
Founders' Day was celebrated wij
As
Ushe ir
Helen Rose. In spite of most >r cle- nbers
ment weather there were six men present. T ea napkins were agai" business of the meeting. Instead making gifts of articles to the H°" opathic Hospital Children's Waro^jg are sending money to be used l°r « purpose at the discretion of the s
Stel es
g
"iXir bric °IlabrTht at DoCambrturned into Sigma's building fund meeting has been set, and we are all
j*"nanc'ne anas a result of the affair. Then there was the sale of Christmas cards to consider.
November found us once more at
9°"ars DRAGMLinexpecting great things of the new year which will see first and fore- most the building of Sigma's new chapter house.
ter
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Alumnae
Start
81 $ 1 0 0 0 Fund for Jackson Scholarship
illan, gave an informal resume happenings of the May meet- Frida Farnsworth's and of the ive Board meeting % in June. was an extended discussion of es question and of the rais- a fund of $1,000 to provide a ent income from which the $50 Alpha O scholarship at n may be paid. Marion Mori- as appointed chairman of a rtation committee to match up ho wish to be taken to or from s and girls who have extra their cars.
dues as recommended by the Execu- tive Board; the question of honorary members has been set aside for the present.
Our November-December meeting will be held Wednesday, December 12, at the College Club"and will be, as it has been the last few years, a celebration of Founders' Day. Doro- thy Fuller is in charge.
At the first meeting Marion Davis (who died early in December after only a short illness of pneumonia) told about the summer she spent studying and travelling in France, Annette Harvey told of the year she spent studying in England, and Lorea Jameson spoke of her travels this summer in Ireland, England, Scot-
xecutive Board meeting was
ctober 8 at the College Club.
were made for raising the
fund; Gladys W ales ('09), is
an of a committee consisting
member from each class from
Mildred Gersumky, treasurer
chapter, will be treasurer of
nd until its completion. The the second meeting. Her subject was
land, and Norway.
Wilkie Hughes was the speaker of
Alumnae met in October light refreshments served. We are home of Evelyn Wilson. meeting again at the homes and at Bennett Beckman entertained seven o'clock. At these meetings the • h ° m e 1 , 1 November. On annual rummage sale was planned. It ccasions there were enough was held in November with the r ,e s e n t t o make up four tables usual success. We welcome Ruth
ri
ge. Pnzes were given and Tufts Culver (Eta '18).
ngeles Alumnae's Benefit Tea is an Artistic as Well as Financial Success
By MARGARET TEAN RITTER d'oeuvre to (T au), for the
n alumnae,
March Aeens, Kappa Theta rush
1 t l l e d
.ri?
By MARION MORISON
first meeting of the year was The second meeting of the year
rothy Fuller's new home in was held at Leslie MacMillan's in idge. The president, Leslie Waban. It was voted to raise the
e Committee recommended that nual dues be raised to three
nursing, and the training school for nurses at the New England Hospital
plus A.
coln
subscription to
T o
for W omen and Children she is superintendent.
of which
Alumnae Have
By LOURENE BRATT WISHART
t
atI O n
e ; i
S
t°
rt ot ,IOrs
new semester, Los An-
and by
Their
Annual
Rummage Sale
c , l a P t e r Pave a rush- captain. Beth Boynton Phelps and "" September 12, in Marion W agner poured, and every- with Kappa Theta chap thing went well. In fact, the Kappa 0 G o o d : i " was hostess t< Thetas have pledged eight of their
quests. The partv was man thirteen rushees, and we like to think y Jeannette Smith Demen that our party helped.


82 To DRAGMA The first meeting of the season Theta until paid off. Muriel showed
JANUBrighbers i|x)s Athe lsampliles frwhichother gifts was at the home of Mary Pfahler, on September 22. We were glad to be together again, and to welcome back our summer brides, Jane Kee- nan Andre, Maragaret Berg Bell, Helen Shields Dixon, and Jaqueline Gilmore Miller. W e discussed plans for our bridge tea to be held Nov- ember 10 for the benefit of the Kappa Theta house fund. Lucille Curtis English is managing it, and it prom- ises to be very attractive. In her capacity as chairman of the member- ship committee, Lucille also has a canvassing nlan which may interest you other alumnae chapters in large cities. T o reach our large and scat- tered membership promptly whenever special canvassing is necessary, and to bring back into the fold the
straggling sisters who are not mak- ing full use of. their inestimable priv- ilege of belonging to our noble chap- ter, Lucille has divided the city into geographical groups, each one under a captain, with sub-captains if neces- sary. Each captain is responsible for knowing exactly how to put her finger on anyone in her group when- ever she is needed, and thus no one person is required to spend a week at the telephone calling up 200 people. Good idea, don't you think? The system has worked splendidly in con- nection with the bridge tea. A cir- cular announcement is so easily snow- ed under by other correspondence, but a telephone reminder by the group captain revives one's enthusiasm. The group captains have also assisted Helen Haller in selling her Christ- mas cards, on which the chapter re-
ceives a liberal commission.
The October meeting at the lovely
us the plans which the committee are now considering. It is one of those lovely, rambling Mediterranean type houses, with patios and niches, and enclosed gardens, and balconies made for serenading, in short, just the sort of house which fits into a Cali- fornia hillside as if it had grown there. M ildred Tinkham, our inter- ior decorator, will help with the fur- nishing, as will also Sheda • Kline. Sheda is particularly fitted to give advice, for her own home is one ol those dreams come true which we all long for, and few of us attain. It is an out-of-doors house, with sun porches and tea porticos, and all the rooms open into gardens full of flowers and trees and those other essentials without which a garden is not a garden, i.e., children and dogs.
We had lunch among them, and ad»j journed to the library for our meefc ing, pleasantly surrounded by l°vei| old furniture and by shelves upon shelves of alluring books.
The bridge tea and fashion show, for the benefit of the Kappa Theta house fund, was held November 10a| the Friday Morning Club, and proved a most enjoyable as well as lucrative aflair. There were about 300 Alpha O's and guests present, all very en- thusiastic, as well they might be, Chances were sold on a lovely evenji ing down by Alice Phinney (one
the best designers in the city), whiA was displayed to great advantage M Virginia Watson of Kappa The* One could not hone for a happ*' combination than Virginia and thaj black evening dress. And it i^H remain in the family, for it was Wjl by Kappa Theta's house mother. Mj*: Painton. Chances were also sold 0 0 a very fine landscape by the c n l 'n jL artist, Paul Conner, who is J « |
the neyond house-to-be, the drawings for which
have been submitted by the architects.
Muriel McKinney reported on the was being served by the Kappa ' .(
favorable arrangements which have been made with a financing company to meet the cost of building; the house will be taken over by our hold- ing company and rented to Kappa
'tw'lithe father of an Alpha O. by the «*j Envy is an ugly thing, but I'm a"8**
o thiiizahea rmmAnmSfposed to considerable of it. - t e > j
3
tas, very slim and charming in t f | gala attire, other gowns by ; id Phinney were displayed, the k-3 ^. Theta girls acting as model?. Car |
the bridge was over, and w n ' ' e
T(
donatewell wo f
ChChicinto ttion anwithouThe sbc peto havis perthe otmembeaffiliatfore whave hplans would Dorothis the had thare glaher abdoubt chapteGracthe f Me a o'«- Tmeetini"e allhome of Sheda Lowman Kline in
Brentwood Park dealt mainly with
the final plans for the bridge tea,
and with the plans, architectural and
otherwise, for Kappa Theta's new that the fortunate winner was | 9
,vj>ke cT<jood atn
priof brVi

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t Kistler and her trio, all mem-
of the Women's Symphony of
ngeles, played during tea. In
obby were displayed for sale
es of draperies and other tex-
om Mildred Tinkham's studio,
she had generously donated;
articles suitable for Christmas
were also on sale, and brought
83
as chairman of the committee, de- serves great credit and our warmest thanks. She gave unstintedly of her time and energy in the preparations, and was a charming hostess as well. The fashion show was Jane Graham's part in the success of the day. She
chose the gowns and the Kappa Theta models to suit them, with an unerring eye for color contrasts and symphony
t proceeds of the tea well be-
$300. The bridge prizes were of line. Jane herself, a delectable
g fr°m 50°l,p'they ^°pe
'°ts "up," is welcomed as so enticingly about table prizes and
s worthv cause, Cora Jane and
th Roberts have offered their
g apartment at the Seneca as .ting p , a c e f o r h r i d f f e Payers.
lives.
Rho Corporation had a card party
at the chanter house December 15. MarieSwansonworkedlikeaTrojan to make it a success, and she talked
d by prominent firms, and were small figure in a billowy taffeta orth winning. Lucille English, gown, added to the picture.
icago
Alumnae
Start Year As Together as One
ago Alumnae chapter is getting he swing- of its new organiza- d is beginning to run smoothly t excessive attention to details.
The North Side group, which is the kernel of the old Chicago Alum- nae chapter, has as its chairman, Eleanor Goodrich. So far the meet- ings have been at the active chapter house, but from now on they are to be in the homes of members. This group has been busy with all kinds
Three
By MARY D E E DRUMMOND
Working
W est Side group has twenty-
ople on the list and is hoping
e a good turnout. This group
haps not as hom ogeneous as
her two groups. That is, its
rs have been scattered and not
ed with Chicago Alumnae be- of plans. A Social Committee has ith exception of a few. They
ad two dinner meetings, and
were made for the nart they
take in the chapter as a whole.
y Dietz Bowman (Eta), who
chairman of the group, has
e misfortune to be ill, but we
d she is better now, and under
le leadership there will be no
of a verv active portion of the
r.
e Degan (Eta), is chairman Central group, and she reports t s e e t m a e °f enthusiasm in her hey've had two peppy dinner gs downtown. Just now they excited over raising monev to
been appointed of which Helen Slaten Nelson is chairman, the idea being that business ought to be dis- pensed with quickly and effectively and the rest of the evening given to other forms of interest, just talking with old friends, or playing bridge, or hearing about the interesting lives of those who are living far away. This day and age there ought to be, and is, a multitude of things to talk about to quicken our minds and up- lift our spirits. At the last meeting
we were glad to see Betty Lou Hoff- man Warner of Eta and Janelle Hooper of Omicron. Also Connie Cedarholm Quint of Rho who doesn't
Groups
for the future to raise further money for charitable purposes.
are of a Chicago Tribune get out to meetings very often be-
Fellow" family for Christmas, cause of the distance at which she
ce
for an evening of bridge
door prizes selected by Marion Abele that the house was more than full of enthusiastic bridge fans.
'^eSe 9°°^ fe^ows- A series ge evenings are being planned


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had to go down to the Loop for the last one. Now don't take me serious- ly—Cora Jane got tired of spending so much time on the Elevated, so she "ordered" us to town. Cora Jane has performed no end of work to get the chapter going in the way it should. So far, much of the time has been spent on detail of organiza- tion, but investigations are now be- ing made as to how we can best direct our efforts toward some worth- while piece of work for others.
T o DRAGMA
JANUAIpert and a hostess without peer. This letter has been purposely de- layed until the last minute so that Founders' Day could be reported. The celebration took place December 8, at the Sherman Hotel. The ban- quet was held there so that we might have as many persons present as possible. In this manner we had, however, to forego a ritual meeting which has always accompanied Found- ers' D a y celebrations heretofore. There were seventy-seven loyal Alpha O's present, and Marion Abele act- ing as toastmistress asked us to look back to the days when our Founders Rho Corporation had its annual were laying the cornerstone of Alpha
Executive meetings have been held at Lydia Lacey Brown's apartment until she got so tired of us that we
dinner meeting at Rho chapter house Omicron Pi. She reminded us of the.; on November 3. It was one of the story as Stella George Stern Perry most satisfying gatherings of actives tells it of the little dusty room at and alumnae. Northwestern had won Barnard College where earnest | 9 a tilt against Minnesota in the Stad- thusiasm brought Alpha Omicron Pi: ium that afternoon; it was Home- into being. In comparison to that coming on the campus, and the air
fairly breathed triumph. The dinner was marvelous, and in their enthu- siams for life and its good things the actives toasted everybody in speech and song, even the cook had to come and make a bow, her beaming face wreathed in smiles.
dusty room she drew for us a mental picture of the splendor of Rho chap- ter house. She enjoined us not to forget the ideals of the early halting groping days in the speed and splen- dor of the present.
Cora Jane Stroheker outlined the plans for the future of the chapter and urged the actives to think of themselves as the fountain head of the alumnae organization. She em- phasized strongly that the idea wiW which the alumnae chapter ought to work is as "one chapter, not three
A report was given of the activities
pursued by members of the active
chapter. It sounded like a list of
Napoleonic endeavors on some fron-
tier. Evidently they are "into every-
thing" and are executing their man-
euvers most successfully, the proof distinct groups." of which is an almost appalling num-
Our was OHouse Scholl took deveninnew fomenselRuthing artauthoran exabroadthe litbound Later that ththe touLondonthusiasIt isthat ethemseare inticans wmost iwere t°n herNew ber of cups, and an equally stagger- ing list of "Chairman of" seemingly everything.
"Vicky" Larson spoke for the act- ive chapter. She has been out. ot school and is back again after three years. She too drew a comparison
Formeans M ruwhich ok thy..gconsidejc "'ngThe Rho Corporation made its annual between the old and the new aw? report of its financial status which urged that the actives should £ was another cause for rejoicing. thankful for their charming house
nielt-Xt In token of their appreciation of which the plans and efforts of Mrs. Johnson, who is hostess at the alumnae have made possible.
n Johnson's shoulders. Mrs. J., as Alpha, Alpha Phi. Epsilon. Eta, v> ,
some of the alumnae fondy call Omicron Pi, Phi and Tau, anO «
P0n
'ts house, the Corporation presented her
with a check for fifty dollars. Merva
said, in presenting the gift, that most we hope by next time to have . of the worries and detail work of here to help us celebrate. The ^ the house has been placed on Mrs. lowing chapters were r e Pr e s e l T ta»
her, is indeed a model efficiency ex-
course, Rho.
monev We were all very sorry t n a - Founder could not be with us,
g ut g
att0Ur
the ch$iearnp?the i!, then tha goodAeot,

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ndianapolis Celebrates Founders' Day Luncheon at Propylaeum
By ELIZABETH MURRAY PRICE
The next meeting was held at the home of Mary Mills, our president, with myself assisting. Final plans were made for Founders' Day, and it was voted to have the Butler girls as our guests. W e are having a suc- cessful bridge tournament this year composed of three groups, two tables each.
The Founders' Day Luncheon was held at the Propylaeum with forty present including the Butler girls. The large round table was very im- pressive with a silver centerpiece of roses and red tape. The place cards were silver with lighted candles on them, and silver pencils were used as favors for the guests.
Geraldine Kindig (Rho), gave an interesting talk about the Founders and the founding. Ada Trueblood
Woman's League Scholarship Cup. Three songs were sung by the girls from Butler.
first meeting of this season ctober 11 at the new Butler with Susan Allen and Mary acting as hostess. Everyone ishes and went in time for the g meal. This was something r us, and all enjoyed it im- y.
McClurg gave a very interest- icle about our most prominent s. Mary Gertrude Manley gave tensive report of her trip this summer, telling us how tle babies in Holland were so tightly from head to foot. she enlightened us, however, ey did this for the benefit of
rists. Mary Gertrude flew from to Brussels and is more en- tic about flying than ever.
very evident from her report
veryone has to look out for
lves since our foreign friends
erested in "trimming" Amer-
henever possible. One of the high grades and receiving the nteresting parts of her report
he pictures which were taken trip.
Orleans' Alumnae Are Money-bent to Raise Funds for Clinics
By MARGARET LYON PEDRICK
(Theta), told the girls about Gladys Hawickhorst (Beta Theta), making
al activities of the New Or-
Alumnae chapter began with
shing party for Pi chapter
was held September 20. This
e form of a picnic where some
lrls were entertained, and we
red it a success from all
V
held on the first Wednesday • at Jack Lobrano Talbot's.
given a Saturday before a big foot- ball game and where each member was charged fifty cents, proved well worth the effort. Also two bridge clubs were organized and have met once. One of these, an older group, meets once a month at night, and the other, a younger group, m eets once a month in the afternoon. Each mem- ber is taxed fifty cents a game, and m eetings are held in different homes each time. This we find not only profitable from a money standpoint, but entertaining, as it helps keep us in closer touch with each other.
ie
m 0rder was our first regular
of
.
w
November at the home of Ruth and p r o Portion of our vear's Elizabeth Kastler. Here we had a
en
dance, considering it was r n e e t i n ^ was excellent and

PtTF g0t down to business in
w a s h e r c t l , a t Pl a n s f o r
w e r e formulated. Since Our next meeting was held early in
, i a v e b e e n c a r r i e d o u t - a n d
?U 0 t ? h a s b e e n r a i s e d - A lun-
or both actives and alumnae full of pep and ideas. A picture
large meeting and every one came


86 To DRAGMA
show benefit was planned and also week has been busy with its Com- our share of the annual rummage munity Chest Drive. Two of our conducted by Pi chapter. We were members, Gertrude Webb and Betty
JANUfortunseverait. Nopresenevery fund.
The sectionpleased to have reported a profit of some $20 on our Christmas card ven- ture.
If it is kept in mind that the New Orleans Alumnae chapter must raise a minimum of $80 just to maintain our two Child Welfare Clinics, it is easy to see why we appear so money
Quarles, have volunteered their ser- vices for the occasion and are doing secretarial work.
Both P i chapter and our own Alumnae chapter recently enjoyed a visit from our Grand Secretary, Mrs. Anderson. There was a tea and a luncheon, both of which were wells
bent at this time of year! This attended by alumnae members. amount obtained, then our attention
The tertainat the in OrJoyce enjoyedway inspent Mrs. Swon fiIda Bathe actAt owith thFounddie pascan with safety be turned in other directions.
By way of celebrating Founders' Day, we expect to have our December meeting a ritual meeting. A special effort is being made to have a full attendance.
New Orleans itself during the last
We are pleased to announce a new member for our chapter, M rs. A . Wjj English who comes to us from the University of Illinois. A hearty wel- come has been extended to her, and we hope that she will enjoy her affiliation with us during the coming year.
Minneapolis
Alumnae Hope
By MYRTLE ABRAHAMSON
Nets Some
Chest
Venture
$ 7 0 0
Inez Jayne renewed interest in
"shindigs" by inviting us to her
home for dinner for our November
meeting. Our first report was on the
hope chest and of course, you are all
interested in hearing about it. The
holder of the lucky number was Ruth
Anne Keefe, 2006 Marshall Avenue,
St. Paul, a close friend of Zora
Robinson Delaney from whom she
bought her tickets. Besides the num-
ber awarding the chest, there were
nineteen other numbers drawn and
lovely prizes such as bridge and
luncheon sets were given. The latter
winners were widely scattered in lo-
cation, being all of the way from
Michigan and Wisconsin to Missouri.
Miss Keefe wrote us a letter of and the table decorations include*!
thank you to you girls who live be- yond the reaches of the alumnae chapter. You were very loyal! M
Founders' Day banquet was held in the Curtis Hotel with Margaret Wil- son Bjorndahl in charge of the ar- rangements. Inez Jayne was able toastmistress and chose as subject of her toast "The House that AOII built" drawing her story from "The House that Jack Built"! Edith Golds- worthy toasted the foundation p a Founders; Elizabeth Bond, the encir- cling walls or the Alumnae; Evange- line Nary, the girders of steel or the Actives; and Marion Keyes, the interior and exterior decorations ot\ the Pledges. Places were set for 75i
PortlaThe alumnanome ber 13°rder nam,
wthanks and expressed her gratitude for the choice and beauty of the ar- ticles as well as the chest itself. We, too, were greatly pleased with the success of our venture. Wilma Smith Leland reported that she had collect- ed $711.85 and had paid out $108.50, leaving a balance of $603.35. Due to outstanding money, a final report could not be made, but we hope to clear about $700. A vote of thanks was given Wilma and her committee,
red roses at the speakers' table ana centerpieces made up of evergreen and red candles at the long tabl?s' Due to illness of three members, tne pledges were unable to give the t r a ~." tional stunt. However, the girls m a a up for it with a lot of fun making songs. Everyone declared it one . the finest banquets we have ever ha •
• Since our last issue, we have pu chased at lot for our future Jj°«" next to the corner on Fifth ^
'oilowicCor
. d"JRS, Hj^n. rj? Stj?e'en \S^n' '°'et Uorothand every member who helped them and Twelfth Avenue Southeast. TO in their work. We extend an especial location is a good one, and we a
meeIsi
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. was
the t n f c a r0re
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ate in getting it as there were Margaret McHugh Amberg. The l other sororities bidding for manufacturers' luncheon was discuss- w all we need is a buyer for ed, and it was agreed to have it in t house, and the support of February. Invite your friends to the member in paying her house luncheon and also for cards in the last meeting of the afternoon was held at the home of
afternoon. You'll get more definite information from Margaret Brix who is chairman of the committee.
Bangor Alumnae chapter en- ed the Gamma active chapter home of Joyce Cheney Stevens ono, Saturday, November 17, is new to most of us, and we meeting her, and the gracious which she entertained us. W e the afternoon playing bridge. awyer, one of the patronesses rst prize for the alumnae, and mford captured the prize for ive chapter.
ur last meeting we made plans e active chapter for observing ers' Day, as we have done t two years. W e are going to
have a banquet at the Country Club. Alice Dunham was appointed to make arrangements for it. This letter is just too early to tell you how won- derful it will be, and what a good time we will all have.
It seems as though all or at least many of the most enjoyable times of the year are happening. The ac- tive chapter had their Fall Dance at the Club last month, and all of the alumnae who went certainly enjoyed it and want to come again.
We are selling Christmas cards again this year, the money to be used for philanthropic work.
nd Alumnae Charge For Dinner at Meetings to Raise Money
By ANNE REID STEELE
first meeting of the Portland remainder of the evening was spent
Bangor
Alumnae Entertain Active Chapter By BEULAH OSGOOD
e chapter was' held at the of Violet Rodman on Septem- . Ti meeting called to
in chatting and playing bridge.
On October 10 the chapter met for dinner at the home of Laura and Eleanor Kilham. After a delightful meal and a jolly time the business meeting was called to order by the president. A report was given by the treasurer, who asked that all members be prompt in payment of
dues. Evelyn Hogue displayed the Christmas cards, and urged everyone to get as many orders as possible. Helen Smith reminded us that she would be glad to take our magazine subscriptions, as a good percentage goes into the treasury toward our national work. "Vi" Rodman an-
)e was
by the president, Laura Kil-
no
proceeded to appoint the
ng committees :—finance, Mable
and Leona Hostetler, meet-
elen Smith and Carrie B r a - itual, Hazel Shary, gifts, An- eele, magazine subscriptions, Smith, chapter history, Carrie L e ona Hosteller, charity,
Rodman, Helen McCain and y Metsker.
tl matter of selling Christmas
a fe ^ s
of wool shirts, and would appreciate some toys that would not be ruined by necessary scrubbings. It was de- cided that each would bring a toy and
a{ate r
anc
discusse(
a n d
'. and a motion c a r r i c ( 1 t l l a t we sell
as we have done hereto- nounced that the children at the
kyelyn Hogue was appointed Doernbecher Hospital were in need
r g e o f t h e s a , e T h e n e s -^-
' *° meetings was dis-
s
* referred to the committee "Ss for a decision. The meeting adjourned, and the


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man, and Olive Deitlien were ap- pointed to investigate the matter. It was decided that the chapter would hold a rummage sale after the holi- days. A bazaar and benefit bridge for next year were discussed. In all endeavor to get more girls to attend our meetings each member present was given several girls to call.
I just returned from our Founders' Day banquet, and what an enjoyable evening we had. It was held in the banquet room of the Grey Cottage, and a number of girls were present from the various chapters. Carrie Braman (Upsilon), very graciously acted as toastmistress. Toasts to the four Founders were given by Mar- garet Wade, Alta Black, Laura Kil- ham, and Anne Steele. A message from the Founders was read, and a motion was made to send our best wishes to them. Then followed a discussion of how we could make our chapter bigger and better, how best we could carry out the ideals of our Founders. Our celebration closed with the singing of favorite Alpha O Songs.
JANUAROliver twenty-five cents to the ne3t meeting. Our dinner meetings seem to be the most enjoyable as more girls come, and also they add a few dollars to our treasury. W e each pay fifty cents, and the hostess plans the meal so that it does not cost that much. It is surprising what delicious meals we have, and still make some money. After the adjournment of the busi- ness session we all played bridge.
The November meeting was held at the home of Leona Hostetler, assisted by Mable McCord. The meeting was called to order by the president and minutes were read and approved. Then followed a discussion of how to celebrate Founders' Day. It was decided to have a banquet, and a committee consisting of Helen J. Smith, Mable McCord, Edna Scott, and Caroline Paige was appointed to take charge of the affair. A sug- gestion was made that we have an evening party with our husbands and "boy friends" as guests. T h e presi- dent asked for money-making ideas. A masquerade dance was suggested, and Mary Lee Andrews, Violet Rod-
McCannDonald-has not two yeain chargSeattle Alumnae and Upsilon Enjoy Exchange By EDITH CHAPMAN KORRES
Entertainments
ton, the in favorwas viceWe pto be heember 2Seattle Alumnae are busy as usual, raising money for their Orthopedic hospital bed, getting acquainted with the actives and the new Alpha O's in Seattle, and anticipating the day when they will be able to actively start plans for the new house. The trustees of the Upsilon Corporation have issued a letter showing that it is a waste of money for the active chapter to have to spend such large sums annually to keep a "fire haz- ard" in such condition that the city ordinances will allow the girls to live in it! So things have begun to hum. A Ways and Means committee, head- ed by Helen Bogardus is active plan- ning all sorts of ways to separate the girls and their dollars.
The first meeting of the year was
held at the chapter house, October 8
and was well attended by an enthus-
iastic group of girls. We were glad
to welcome Betty Benn Cooper ('27),
and Lucile Schraeder Ough ('27), Rogers, Catherine Evans, Lou
from O. A. C. to the Seattle Alum- nae. Plans were made for a h<m cooked food sale to be held at Col- lege Center lobby on election day- Helen Bogardus and Eugenia Pag6 had charge of the sale which helped the barometer to rise on our Na- tional Work fund. Manv of the alum- nae, assisted the Mothers' Club vrag their rummage sale about the sarfl time. T h e actives entertained with a nice afternoon bridge at the house
the prinoon wasent fodesignat2 . s - wmeeting. in November at which many O I girls took tables.
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Founders' Day, December 8. v v ^ celebrated in Seattle with a lovejj banquet at the Gowman Hotel. H0'•> sprays with red berries, poinsetti « and red candles lent themselves^
ved
(i(tt- ^form an artistic background for j c(
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inspirational toasts which f° ^nof the dinner. Frances Tordan Rahs k 5
('25), presided as toastmistress a responses were made by -
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Y, 1929. 89 and Laura Hurd. Gertrude vited the actives to join them at a
('29), was awarded the Mc- Skillen scholarship cup, which been awarded for the past rs. Dorothy Smith ('27), was e of the banquet.
fireside following the chapter meet- ing.
So with attending all these func- tions, the alumnae have been busy, but not too busy to plan an affair of their own. F o r the past year they have been working on articles for a cedar chest. It will be raffled at a party to be held at the house the afternoon of January 19. Another money making venture for the first of the year will be to visit several of the manufacturing plants in the city, for which a bonus is given.
president resigned her office of Martha Jouroloman, who -president.
lanned a benefit bridge party ld at the Art League Nov- 6. Marineal Black was made
sell theatre tickets to aid the active chapter. Elizabeth McClamrock ask- ed for magazine subscriptions. T h e business meeting was adjourned and a social hour was enjoyed.
to Accept
ncipal business of the after-
s the election of a new pre-
r the chapter, because of the
ion of Katherine Hodges ber pay fifty cents each month during h o was elected at the June the year, and that from this amount Katherine is president of the treasurer would pay the Grand
e r ^ r o m serving as president dues of members who do not pay
i °^c e o t coming was held at
week-end of November 10. ives entertained the alumnae r at which an attractive pro- as given, and one and all the decided that there was talent among the actives and pled- tha Huffman, of the active was in charge. The follow- nday night the alumnae in-
le
Alumliae
Give Proceeds of Bridge By CIEL PETTWAY
to Milk Fund
W ashing-
egular monthly meeting was chairman, and each member made onday, November 5 with responsible for one table. The pro- Coykendall and Alice Cal- ceeds to go to Miss Sharp for milk x as joint hostesses. Thirteen for the undernourished children in were present. Martha Pel- the ctiy schools. We also planned to
chburg
ctober meeting of the alum- held on October 23, at the Frances and Evelyn Allen,
Alumnae Urge
I nvitations
Girls
By FRANCES DEANE SCOTT
chburg Junior Welfare Lea- Council dues. The chapter decided
Kappa's
pa Ex. '26), is Lynchburg Alumnae chapter editor.
After the reports of the secretary and treasurer there was a discussion of the amount of the dues for the year. It was decided that each mem-
her duties in this omce re
P " to cease paying the Grand Council
chapter. Mlrs. Sam Williams, their chapter dues. Members who s Elizabeth Bryan (Kappa have been inactive for a long time
were dropped from the roll. There are sixteen active members on the roll, and the others wjll be asked to rejoin the chapter.
Virginia Zopps, the president of Kappa, and Sara Anderson were our guests from the active chapter. We
Presi- treasurer to which 1 has formerlv been elected
t o Virginia Strother Black- ,rs" F r a n k Christian (Mary W i l s o " . Kappa '26), is sec- f t h e chapter and Mrs. Rob-
S
e I ?c t e d
t o
s e r v e
a s
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their success during rushing season. Helen Worden (Epsilon '28), who is Y . W . C. A. secretary at Ran- dolph-Macon is a most welcome new
member.
After most delicious refreshments,
the meeting adjourned.
The November meeting of the
Lynchburg Alumnae was held at the home of Mrs. Frank Christian (Mary Burnley Wilson). The president read the Grand Council letter, and the members were very sorry to learn
from this that the Grand President will not be able to do any more traveling this year. T h e chapter was delighted with the plans for the next convention and hopes to have a re- presentative there. T h e secretary read the minutes of the last meeting, and these were approved. T h e trea- surer than read the standing of all
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JANUgives girls rege, Washington
Alumnae
e y
Supply Basket
Christmas
tea". party esses and thwhich was hherd were decorarushinvery dNorLee HNovema delihouse,busineadorawhich was planned by a program committee. This schedule provides • for one business and one social
meeting each month.
The first social meeting of this fall was a delightful Hallowe'en bridge party at the home of Ellen Jane Keiser on October 30. We were glad to have Elise Dorsey and Fran- ces Lemen Knight with us that even- ing.
Our meeting on November 27 at Lucile Hill's home was intended for a Box Supper, for each one contri- buted one item to the menu, but it turned out to be a Thanksgiving banquet! After this delicious feast, we played bridge. Katherine Baker, Thelma Winkjer DeAtley, and Paul-
The business meetings have been spent largely in doing philanthropic work, such as sewing on baby night- gowns for the Christ Child Society and dressing dolls for the Empty Stocking Club. Eugenia Clement Brooks entertained us at her home in Aurora Hills, Va.. and at that meeting the boxes of Christmascards were distributed. W e made qmt e . * sum selling cards last year and }m tend to do even better this ChnSi- mas. Now we arc saving for the Pw Christmas basket of food which *
; every year to some needy fami £ The treasurer "passes thlue h..a-Jt t ;h e every meeting from now unt middle of December. We *r e S , J9 ing for a "bigger and hotter" ba.* this time!
PJULIA
LOUISE
BEHRING
This year, as last, we are follow- ine Johnson were unexpected and ing a regular schedule for meetings most welcome guests.
members and urged everyone to pay the dues in two installments.
Mrs. Boiling Jones (Frances Ger- many, Kappa '27), told of receiving;]
complimentary tickets to Phoebe Pax- ton's puppet show. Phoebe has made, her puppets and written the twelve plays that they perform. The show has proved most successful, due to Phoebe's talent and originality.
All members were urged to make a special effort to accept any invita- tions that Kappa extends to the alum- nae this year. Nearly every year thfr active chapter invites us to come to the fraternity house on Founders' Day, and those who are able to go; always report a jolly time.
Mary Burnley served such good refreshments that all members de- clared that they were eating their supper.
was owhen a Family With a
ees was muRusalumnhelp the olparty.tertainDallas Alumnae Help Nu Kappa During By DOROTHY JOHN
Rushing
Season
R
Period^sn UThe experiment of holding lunch- eon meetings at a club was tried out in September, the first time the Dal- las Alumnae came together this fall. Only a few turned out to this meet-
ing, whereas last winter, ^"^js' luncheons were held at the homes, a large number attendec' --^ time. So we have decided to x
our last year's plan again,
•'shly *nd lnOurcelebra"d m\v-C t'«n tT|, 3 s nrouearnin
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a more personal touch which the managed to elect a new secretary,
seem to enjoy, Katherine Ald- Alice Reynolds, to take the place of rush chairman for the actives Ethel May Brodnax who will not be
Flythe a committee of one on publi- city, to put notices of coming meet-
ings in the paper.
Dorothy Saner had a cowboy for them, at which the host- were dressed in cowboy suits e favors were two-inch pistols really shot. The alumnae tea eld at the home- of Olga Shep- Thomas. About fifty guests served from a table beautifully ted with roses. At the end of g Nu Kappa pledged fourteen esirable girls.
man Pendleton Lyte and Artie olland were hostesses for the ber meeting. They served us cious buffet lunch at Norma's after which we had the usual ss meeting. In spite of Norma's ble nine month's old son we
quite a long talk with her, and dis- cussed a sinking fund to be started now, in preparation of the time when S. M. U. will allow the women to have sorority houses.
On November 7, Margaret Kiser Lynn and Alice Kiser Bennett enter- tained with a tea in celebration of Founders' Day. A log fire in the big open fire place made the room cozy while the girls sat around and talk-
ed. T h e feature of the afternoon was the big birthday cake, lined with little red candles and marked AOIT in the center in red letters. Margaret baked the cake, and need- less to say it tasted delicious to the twenty-five or thirty actives, alumnae, and pledges who tasted it.
hiladelphia
Alumnae Hear of a German Christmas By IRVA E. BAIR
ur guest at this first meeting, able to attend meetings this year. We we went over the list of rush- also appointed Katherine Rasbury
ith her, endeavoring to give her ch information as possible.
hing came in October, and the
ae went out with enthusiasm to
the active chapter. Several of
der girls were present at each
Catherine Rasbury Flythe en- the Woman's Club. Here we had ed the rushees at a "mystic
Late in November we had a de- lightful visit with Kathryn Bremer Matson. The entire chapter was in- vited to a luncheon in her honor at
S?Uifed .J .b u s t 'e
11s- 11 w a s o f t h e and pompadour, a a l a r «e hat set skit-
,a n d
ni" , v c r -v t o P o f the knot mas over there. This was especially
Founders' Day meeting was ated this vear in a delightful ost unusual manner. We had "ue t l n g at our fraternity house
he active chapter who just put k , t f or us entitled "Apha O's
gh The Ages." This was in *ueof a fashionshow,andfirst
neratl°ns to our own present P P e r - °»e costume in parti-
uate from Pennsylvania State College wore it on commencement day. She was the only woman graduate in the class. T h e dress was pale green with a tight waist and long full skirt which fell into a train. Over the blouse was a sleeveless lace jacket and there was a band of white around the high neck and long sleeves. T h e hat was of pale yellow straw, large, and rather like a polk crowned with pink roses. W hen wre consider our own short skirted era we wonder which effect is the most diverting.
AftertheparadeStellaWells,who has just come back to us from two years in Germany, told us of Christ-
h e
c a v f i g i r ] w .t h a b c a r s k .n
ly
g
k c a s c a r c d h i r d r e a d v interesting at this time of the year.
s h °ulder and brandishing
°"e
her hand-From that.!t
°n 11 t , i r o u 8h the succeed-
notice. Another
small flat toys, used on the trees, and "at the first woman to grad- a small wooden Christmas tree with
the r } i n t e r e s

3
She showed us wooden figures, like
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ask Stella for another article.
With the Christmas season upon us, and everyone busy we thought it]
would be a good time to have rummage sale. This is to be the Fti-, day and Saturday before Christmasj and the benefits are to go toward various charitable organizations.
JANUAa candle on each corner, there being four, used universally in Germany to usher in Advent, or the four Sun- days prior to Christmas. W ith this, she told us of the German customs and manner of celebrating. I wish there was space to tell it all to you; but I am afraid you will have to
from Znet frowith uThe luncheWrighsisting.KathGrand in OmKansas
City Alumnae Have of
Founders' Day Dinner Epidemic
in Spite
By MARGARET ELLEDGE FOREMAN
SThe The October meeting of the Kan- January meeting, instead of the first sas City Alumnae chapter was held Saturday afternoon. W e believe that at the home of Valborg Swenson. by having these evening meetings There was not much business to at- preceded by an informal supper, we J tend to. A few plans were made for shall be able to get a larger attend-1
nae chaeon at 'I was the coming year; Margaret Elledge
Foreman was elected secretary to
succeed Henrietta Walford Williams,
who had resigned, and the remainder
of the time was spent in talking over
the pleasing results of rushing at Day dinner. For a time it looked as Phi chapter. Quite a number of the though there would not be a very Kansas City alumnae went to Law- large number present for the "flu*
and thrence to assist during rush week.
On November 12, we held our Nov- ember meeting at the Ambassador Hotel, when Kathryn Bremer Mat- son was our guest of honor at din- ner. A business meeting was held following the dinner. W e were all very interested in M rs. Matson's dis- cussion of the work of the fraternity as a whole, and greatly appreciated her suggestions and words of en- couragement to our particular group. We decided to hold our meetings in the evening of the second Tuesday of each month, beginning with the
epidemic has struck our city, and one by one the girls have been coming down with it; however about four- teen of our members were able to be there. We were glad to see Dorothy# Crane who came down from Leaven- worth for the occasion, and she has promised to try to come to all of our meetings. We were also delighted to have with us for the first time Bess Webb Newcome of Xi chapter, who is now making her home in Kan- sas City, and we hope that if anj other Alpha O's come to Kansas City, they will be sure to look us UP-
Detroanee.
Our December meeting was held at
the home of our president, Nadine1 Hodges, the evening of December 8 i when we had our annual Pounders'
day ofbe amvery kiHbo wwant itmembeeight tgood tthe promake agirls o•or the124), '/-'>. (21), Omaha
Alumnae
Welcome
By ALICE SHEEHY
Members into
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The Omaha Alumnae met for their first fall luncheon on September 8 at the home of Lillian Bihler, our pres- ident. Plans were discussed for the activities of the winter. Suggestions were made to have a rummage sale, benefit bridge and to sell Christmas cards to add to our chapter fund, and so be able to give assistance to Zeta
voted to send $25 to the active chap- ter in Lincoln to aid them to buy A new Orthophonic. Many of the a J H chapter who had not yet returned ^ school, were present at the bmche°
eon at the home of Blanche W. * I ter with Helen Hayes assistini af
Younger Zeta Circle
[2TM**j^j SA number of younger alumnae: here this winter. Mary and Zeta * ^ ed except the sale of cards. We Allingham, Catherine Corcoran, "^j
Statle
rchapter. Nothing definite was decid-
£veryOur October meeting was a u r
' ILj.
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lim
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p. as1dre,r'ends, A * thte
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her arrival was not known until that day so it was impossible for most of us to see her. About seven members met Mrs. Matson and had an inform- al dinner at the Fontenelle Hotel.
Our December meeting will be held at the home of Doris Schumacher, with Helen Ayres assisting her. Plans are made to have a Founders' Day program, and we are looking for- ward to a large attendance.
eta chapter, and Pauline Hart- m Tau. We hope to have them s at every meeting.
November meeting was a on at the home of Olive tson with Frances Dykes as-
ryn Bremer Matson, our Treasurer, spent a few hours aha in November. The time of
yracuse Alumnae Meet at Tea Shop for Luncheon By NORA K. KING
October meeting of the Alum- formulate a definite program for the
pter took the form of a lunch-
"The Little Village." Since one of the workers at the polls,
meetings.
On October 29 the active chapter
invited the alumnae to join with them e luncheon came on the last at their Hallowe'en party. A number
it
Alumnae
Children's Home By VIRGINIA V A N ZANDT SNIDER
registration, I was unable to ong those present. Some one ndly gave me a list of the girls ere there, but just now when I , it cannot be found. I do re- r that they said there were here, and that they all had a ime and would like to repeat cedure at some later date and n effort to have more of the ut. They talked about plans winter, and Tessie Lewis Rice Esther Hagenbucher Hill and Genevieve Canfield Mason were appointed a committee to
of the alumnae took advantage of this opportunity, and spent a.very enjoy- able evening with the actives. T h e program showed the alumnae just how diversified the talents of our active chapter circle are.
For some unknown reason the Nov- ember meeting did not materialize, but there is one planned for Dec- ember 12. which we hope will be well attended, and that we can more than make up for our seeming lack of interest this fall. The necessary
push to get the girls started has seem- ed to be lacking, but perhaps with the new vear enthusiasm will come.
Help Farmington
Cripple Machine
to Buy a Movie
see you Mondav, Thursdav, eral chairman. Molly Peckman Locke
having a wonderful
papers for space in society columns. Elanor Eaton Cavanatigh provided cards and talleys, and W inifred Sam- ple again assumed the responsibility of the candy sale.
So much did we enjoy reading the suggestions sent out by the central office for use in rushing that Gladys Hinnon had copies made for our knowledge and use.
and Saturday"—That was the supervised the distribution of tickets.
meeting of members of De- Alice Wessels shopped for prizes.

l be given at t,le Hotcl °
n°n 0
S a t l l r d a -V - November 10.
n a e
y e S ' a n d
chapter last week, Irene Lutz Dunham inveigled news-
the bonds of Alpha Omicron
v
w us together in service and
hip.
e second meeting of the chap-
t*ea to be
Me t
Virginia Crossman's we planned in detail committee, our annual
lhere
a t
The third meeting held on the Mon- o r t. Dorothy Wylie was gen- day before the tea was full of in-
l e W a s e n t h u s i
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terest and plans. Virginia Smith was hostess.
After the reading of the Grand Council letter, Convention plans, Founders' Day program, bridge-tea tickets, and candy-making were top- ics of discussion and decision. Even while enjoying the cider, doughnuts, and fruit, we wandered off in corn- ers for committee meetings and dis- cussion groups.
Who would fail to look forward to this night, when one thinks of the fun, and the fact that it means earn- ing $29 for our friends? That's exactly what we made on candy alone —but, just a minute, that is another story-.
Friday evening, Omicron Pi had in- vited us with true hospitality to at- tend their formal pledge dance. So again several of us met to enjoy our- selves, this time with the actives. It was a lovely dance, and our drive was well repaid by our enjoyment.
All day Saturday we were busy. In the morning we spent our time col- lecting candy, weighing, and packing it at the home of Joanna Hunting- ton. O f course, the crumbled and broken pieces never go to waste, and noon time found us willing to forego even thoughts of lunch. Plates at- tractively filled with candy and boxes were packed ready for the party. Five-thirty that day, and the third bridge-tea of Detroit Alumnae chap- ter added another successful and de- lightful event to our social calendar. The large ballroom of the Statler
was back-ground enough for the love- liness ; the tea-table was decorated with several vases of baby mums—• and more than that, our guests seem- ed to enjoy every minute. M any actives of the Omicron Pi chapter and the Ann Arbor Alumnae faith- fully gave us their loyal support which we surely do appreciate.
All the finances are not definitely settled as there are a few outstanding bills, but the $29 made on the
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candy prophesies success. Twenty-, five dollars of our proceeds will be given to the" Farmington Crippled Children's Home for a moving pic- ture fund. The remainder will be; given tg Omicron Pi chapter for needed refurnishings. F o r ourselves we found pleasure in the doing and anticipation and happiness in the fact that our little sum may bring some- thing to others.
Frances Barrett, June Davis Thi- sted, and Helen Dye are in charge of plans for Founders' Day. It is our good fortune to be able to commem- orate that day with Omicron Pi chap- ter. This year there is added to that the anticipation of meeting with the Ann Arbor alumnae chapter installed last spring. W e have wanted to meet with them before, but the difficulty of setting the date has interfered.
N o definite plans have been arrang- ed at this time—but we will all be at the chapter house for luncheon on Saturday, December 8. There we will spend the day with both chapters. We'll be there in numbers strong, be- cause it is always a big event for us, and we are anxiously planning on it. ...
Then, the Christmas season will occupy much of our time, but there are many plans and suggestions le" for us to ponder over before our January meeting. W e want to nave an evening party with husbands friends. It may be a dinner, or a bridge partv, which, we do not know, but it is on our calendar of event?
Such success with our candy Wj spurred us on, and a bake-goods SSUP seem s bound to follow . Just wr*» and where, we can't tell yet, but ^ you hear of a big run on the s i l *
flour, you can be assured that we n gone into the business.
JANUcided right"attendpartyCommpartyAndOctobthe reallyclub and carrieOursuccethe sbusinnine Bps tNovemDora Ourwas °«r pwork.Pledgelocal ftsl twl a " Ptn
° «- "ave l*»> asider wooltioli a and £. tIh mitMNashville
Alumnae
"Book Exchange"
%
Originate
By ROBBIE ALLISON
'"•'•aefOur October meeting was held on Plans for the chapter for tne the ninth at the fraternity house. ing year were discussed. It
Each year sees our chapter ^ numbers, but more than tlia' grow nearer together as every A ing brings1 plans anil goals for > we work and strive, and truly j
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that in order to "start the year and in order to increase our ance we should give a bridge at Richland Country Club. ittees were appointed for the .
we did give the party on er 17 with a large number of Nashville alumnae present. It was a lovely party, too. T h e was decorated in fall flowers, the tallies and refreshments d out the Hallowe'en idea.
meetings last year were rather ssful, so we decided to follow ame plan this year—that is, a ess meeting followed by an eve- of bridge. Our first meeting of ype for this year was held on ber 13. Violet Cabeen and Dean Newman were hostesses
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for the meeting. Violet Abbot Cabeen (Psi '17), suggested that we start a "Book Exchange." Probably some of you already have this, but if you do not, listen—we are all elated over the idea. Each member turns in a list of books, fiction, poetry, autobiogra- phies, histories and such. From these lists a "Book Committee" selects a certain number of books for the chapter to buy. These books circu- late among the members, and each member has a chance to read the cur- rent books. Isn't it a splendid idea? On this Committee Violet Cabeen,
Harriet Owslqy (Tau Delta '23), and Florence Tyler (Alpha Phi and Nu Omicron '21), will serve. Plans for Founders' Day were discussed. After the business meeting a few hands of bridge were enjoyed.
Cleveland
Alumnae Aid By EDNA M
Two High
. STUDEBAKER
School
Girls
October meeting, on the 13th,
given over to a discussion of promise, and we all are proud to
lans for this vear's philanthropic
Twenty-five dollars were
d for national work. As our
project we have decided to as-
o bright and attractive Ukran-
irls, one a freshman and the
a junior in high school. We
earned about these girls through
sociated charities' worker. The
was on the verge of stopping
because of financial responsi-
34 homc- After an i,lv
estiga-
tl an intcrvievv
- . ' with the girls
heir high school principal, we
ito give them $5 a month for ,yean The "irlshavc sub-
feel we are sharing in keeping them in school..
On November 10 we met at the Woman's City Club. At this time we elected our Panhellenic delegate, Dorothea Walker. W e pledged our support to the Panhellenic dance, December 8, and the benefit card party for February 9.
Our Founders' Day meeting was held at the home of Dorothea Walk- er, a recent bride, was unusually de- lightful. Twenty girls were present to enjoy the hospitality in the charm- ing new home. W e had the pleasure of initiating four new members, Ruth
Christmas. They are girls of great
*«•«• in Urpaign actives a prize,
o/°'L"v"" <" give us a thrill- > <*zaar gifts send down
»&olarihip gain
t h e m " gift—a surprise.
e d the responsibilitv for their
"S a r e P°r t o f t h e i r «Pen-
|e %/X I t h °U g h the amount seems Riegel Schneider (Omega), Sophie

>ne,¥i t h e to o f , V
00d
A letter and nice dollar bill—
And we'll add a few stars to your
crown I"
So said the Champaign-Urbana alumnae to as many members of Iota
Hovarka (O m ega), Esther Rosen- crans (Eta), Lelah Stevens (Omi- cron Pi).
'""ipaign-Urbana Alumnae Invite Donations for Their Gift Fund
are usi il wisel v in ,„ y " £ -
001 needs W e have aIso S , '
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JANUAranks, Verne chapter as they could reach before
Christmas, and the message is still
good. The letters giving news of
yourself and your family and friends,
and also the "bill" should be sent to
Margaret Burton, 909 South Fifth
Street, Champaign. The money will
be put in the fund to be used for a
gift for the active chapter—some-
thing for the new house. At an early
meeting this fall the alumnae decid-
ed to offer this reward if the girls
would raise their scholastic average
high enough, and the actives received
the offer eagerly and are working
hard to merit the reward. We be-
lieve that the alumnae will be will-
ing to send in the money contribu-
tion since no call was sent out for from Edith Armstrong (Iota Ex
bazaar gifts as has been customary for the past few years.
The first meeting of the season was
held in September. Following the
short business meeting all of those
'28), and then Helen Hood (Iota '25), and Bonita Busian (Iota '28). When we have heard from all of the lotans who read this verse given above, we should have a full treasury and a wealth of news items for all
present went to the new tea room
opened in Champaign by Marion of you. Before December letters had
Kenny (Iota '19), and her brother. They spent a very pleasant evening there and learned their "past and f u - ture" from the fortune-teller engag- ed by Marion to give "color" to her place of business, called "The Gypsy".
The second meeting was held Nov-
come in from Anne Treadwell Austin (Iota '27), Hagerstown, Ind.; Gret- chen Hulsebus ('22), Peoria, HI.; Jane Garman Schoening ('21), Chi- cago; Mavbelle Dallenbach Denhart C17). Long Island. N. Y.;Dorothy Dickinson ('25), Chicago; and Peppy
Gorham Ebert (Ex. '11).
- TMemphis Alumnae Plan to Sponsor a Puppet Show To Fill Treasury
By ROBERTA WILLIAMS DIVINE
Ket
"ttde pI harbor the suspicion that Kappa Omicron's late rushing season (just preceding Thanksgiving), has curbed our usual activity. At any rate, although there has been three meet- ings since the October letter, with good attendance as each, we seem not to have as many actual accomplish- ments to our credit as is customary by this time of year. However, we certainly have some ambitious pro- jects outlined for the immediate future.
The September meeting was held with Roberta W . Divine (Omicron Ex. '28). We were happy to hear such a complete account— and such an excellent one—of the active chap- ter's doings given by Kappa Omi-
cron's alumna adviser. Ruby Toond* Turnbull (Kappa Ex. '24). RuW specially commended their ritual rrtf ing. It came mighty near benvs Ruby's meeting, as she had to $jm us a report, as chairman of the bov- committee, on the plumbing and he ing problems overcome, and as ch F ter historian, she read us her s* • of our alumnae, chapter. After
ember 8 at the home of Gladvs Saf- fell Barr (Iota '17). Gladys' father is all alone since her mother's deat^ last spring, so she and Harry have moved in with him. It was decided at the meeting not to hold a bazaar^ but to call for contributions for ton gift fund. The third meeting was held November 22 at the home of, Margaret Burton (Iota '27). The evening was spent addressing aim writing Christmas cards. A final pre- holiday meeting was held about Dec- ember 20.
year wijust pu(Kappacharminwere thResponses to the call for letters and money began to come in Decem- ber 3. The first was from Marie Rutenbur Leslie (Iota '15). the next
Georgiajoined proved good ipressed man ofMarthwas hoin Novreports to be a-be disc'•'Hindethis on giving hjympicbetter rconductthe treasurer's report spurred make instant plans to replenisl e x c h e q u e r .
j(|
,ver<
fcbv "In October, the alumnae . guests of Pauline Hobson ( O m i < « '16), at Lausanne school. Hf1 monev-making schemes came 1 f 9 ^ | open." The Christmas card
were reported speeding throng1
held thpthat wesponsowinter pleted ate effowas outhe curMilwathe^ Kei r The
IHRaci'n - Gladv come* a8 igusjg, £ of QiAmee'tin
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and I confidently expect La- thropy, the purchase of a wheel chair to out-Herod Herod this for an invalid.
o our great joy, the result
ossible our Christmas philan-
By
FRIEDA
L .
DORNER
th them. Lausanne school had
t on two of Phoebe Paxton's
'27). puppet shows, and so
g were they and so enchanted
e girls with the performance,
The chapter then voted on a long- contemplated change in the manner of levying dues. We hope the change will make it easier on our treasurer. At the request of the incredibly busy active chapter, the alumnae under-
Ledbetter (Nu Omicron '28), our ranks at this meeting and so interested and so full of deas that we forthwith im- her into service as chair- the sale.
a Lou Tones (Omicron '18), stess to a breathless meeting ember. There were important to receive, matters of finance djured, the latest news of the
going on at Southwestern to ussed and final plans f o r rs' Day to be settled—and all the verv eve of the Thanks- oliday! We broke all records,
and otherwise ! Georgia Led-
eported on the food sale we
ed at the municipal curb mar-
Omicron was giving for Edith Hunt- ington Anderson, but that is their story, and I'll try not to encroach on it. I shall have to confess, how- ever, to stealing a march on the girls by getting a delightful visit with M rs. Anderson before the formal inspec- tion began. She was guest of Marjane and Adelaide Gladden (both Beta Phi), and I am grateful to them for giving me the opportunity to become truly acquainted with our Grand Secretary. A most satisfactory offi- cial ! No evasions, no empty general- izing, just the most beautiful di- rectness in answering questions, ad- vancing her candid ooinions, explain- ing matters of national policy, et cetera. More inspectors like her,
please, Oh, powers-that-be.
- After a delightful dinner, the [° meetings later on when girls again busied themselves with
CVenin? fi
ar •
o f
° f
October 19. we
and Olive Bubholtz took care of our
conceived the bright idea of
ring one of her shows this took to be responsible for the joint
for the benefit of our de- celebration of Founders' Day. It treasury. The most immedi- was decided to have a buffet supper,
rt in this direction, however, and the president appointed com- mittees to take the arrangements in
r decision to take a stall at hand. The alumnae were invited to h market the next Saturday. the ritual meeting and tea Kappa
ukee
^c *°^e r
Alumnae
Enjoy a Ball's
Christmas Home
Party
at Margaret
°^
'meeting was held at Young. Grace
realized at these parties in furnish- ings for Eta's new home.
e
aCte<l :is asslstin
Our next party will be held at
The day of our meetings was changed to the first Wednesday of each month. In November, Catherine - iL.C hff who has moved to Fredericks and Marion Habhegger
lre Very sorry to nave
Were hostesses in the Fredericks'
R 1)Ut t rust t,iat sne may ,lome °' .
S hostess.
| . ten girls present. After Helen Patterson's in January.
ve rc
nttul buffet supper, we held i
"ess meeting. Helen Patter-
sa
Pt'°inted secretary in place
p
w
e played bridge.
business cards.
December 6, Margaret Ball and
v ar(
left After the
a series of benefit Founders' Day meeting and Christ- ,?.I e s a t the home of Leonora mas party at "Madge's" home. The •»c hope to use the money dinner was lovely. After our busi-


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ness meeting, we all signed letters to our Founders.
We then had our Christmas tree
T o D R A G MA
and Santa Claus and all received appropriate little gifts with funny rhymes. A l l voted a splendid time.'
p N U A Revening,Birmingham Presents Drinking Fountains to Camp
BY FELICIA METCALFE
The alumnae of Birmingham have The chapter has not been idle dur- started the new year with a vim and ing the past summer. One note
we had White pMary Bsident, course avigor that attests growing enthusiasm. The first meeting took place Satur- day, October 13 at the home of Mamie Hurt Baskervill. Serving with her as joint hostesses were Dorothy Weston Robertson and Ellen Barnett Timmons. About twenty-five girls at- tended. After greetings and a chatty half hour as a preliminary, we were invited into the dining room where there was a beautifully decorated table in the center of which was an enormous bowl of Jaqueminot roses. A jolly and delightful two hours was spent in discussing plans for the com- ing year. Many pros and cons were voiced in response to various sug- gestions for the year's program of work. A l l of this while we were enjoying the attractive food that was passed.
The chapter was charmed to have two new girls who have come from other states to make this city their home. There was Elizabeth Carter of Fayetteville, Tenn., who came
from Omicron and Katherine Orm of Nu Omicron who will teach here this winter. We were glad to wel- come, too, Clarice W atkins Berry, who has decided to come back into the fold after a number of years which she has devoted to her family. She is from Kappa.
importathings spledges one giranother girl at and girlare senknow ofall.
I supOklahomcities, apresided. A large number present tr,eir naOklahoma City Alumnae Pledge Support to a New Chapter House
We h^spiring„. nionsr,?n 1 KBy
R U T H
Sff of £**«drhadahat «,„ ""about twenty-five "alums" back, Whiff Since
DRAGMA it seems that we have been doing so many things that I hardly know where to start telling about them. First, however, I want to say that I am "subbing" for our regular editor, Kathryn Douglass Loring as her baby has been i l l , so do not ex- pect such a literary style because this kind of work is all new to me.
the last
letter to T o
We had a grand and gloriotfM union at Homecoming this year
worthy piece of work was the gift of three drinking fountains whicK were presented to the Children' Fresh Air Camp, which is situated near Birmingham. A n informal pro- gram was given at the camp recently at which the presentation speech was made by the chapter president Knoxie Faulk. The fountains were accepted by the director of the camft
Miss Jones. One of the fountains rather jbears a simple plate with the state* was verment that they were a gift fromthe: AlumnaeBirmingham Alumnae chapter"| chapter Alpha Omicron Pi. r|S to coThe November meeting of the Bir- pledges. mingham Alumnae chapter was heft 1929. Xdollar coat the home of Knoxie Faulk, winning attested the continued interest of tW group. Plans were discussed for <*• tertaining the active chapter, and i was decided to give them a tea dance at Hollywood Country ChNq
room. The afternoon a spirited game of bridge was played at a number of table? and attractive prizes were giv $ Acting as. joint hostesses were $4 becca Williamson, Marjorie 0rmO* Rogers, Katherine Orme, and Kno*fl Faulk.
TM pay BLACK ENDICOTT, Acting Editor
game with Nebraska was not sf citing (to us) as we were defcf overwhelmingly. However th3|j not dampen our spirits for oUf'P nae meeting, following the game actives were kind enough t<?ita the alumnae the dining-room
hrr,u„,. that n! LLast at \i ^sponsorialitor. v
-ear. anearly in the new year. Later in t». tach giKeeping h
t"s nene actitr
>em in(
j1;'" a HoJl ^
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gift to the babies of our alumnae chapter. We decided on a sterling silver spoon and we had the A O n engraved on it. We have already given three this year. Pauline Mills
our business meeting. Edna
resided due to the fact that
eth Davies Grisso, our pre-
was unable to attend. O f
new house for X i was the Edwards' baby, Caroline, Mildred
nt topic of the meeting, and urely became exciting as the for our house came in. As l called out her pledges, was ready to give hers. Each the meeting gave a pledge, s who were unable to come ding in their pledges so I ur new home is assured for pose everyone knows that a City and Tulsa are rival nd both have always been
me on it in the new chapter A large zeppelin, suspended from the
ad a verv distinguished and g U e S t to visit our chapter th of whom we were very a^r.vn Bremer Matson. She
Fraternity Love Song ,
Log of the Zeppelin..
Views of a Stowaway. Dorothy Seeking Home Port ....Marjorie
3 1 t h e A»t'que Coffee Shop
there we went to the home
ed Green (Iota), for our
»eet'nR' T h a t evenin& w e
net supper and bridge party
»m e o f F a v e Newby. Edna Emily Hopper and Mildred Green
ealous of each other, so it y fitting that Oklahoma City chapter and Tulsa Alumnae have a contest. This contest llect payment on old house
The contest ends March 23,
i's fifth anniversary. Each quite a success. All of the girls
llected equals one point. The from the active chapter attended. W e side will have a plaque with carried the zeppelin idea throughout.
ceiling overhung the table f o r the Oklahoma City chapter is main center piece. Jacqueminot roses
for the mailing of her letter, card. Pauline Edwards made a verv
For the closing we all stood, joined hands and sang the Epsilon chapter song.
Marjorie Stafford and I K a t , l r y n back to Norman
t0 the chapter house'
"nth we had a rummage sale
ng a news letter again this and red taner candles were used on
the table. We had clever little nut It comes out each month, cups with a red zeppelin fastened
d Kathryn Loring is the
rl sends a book of stamps above the cup to serve as a place
capable and lovely toastmistress. I the alumnae in touch with would like to give you our urogram
ws letter is very helpful in
ve chapter and also keeps because T am sure vou will enjoy
terested.
reading it, and T only wish you could have been there to hear it.
ALPHA OMICRON PI—THE ZEPPELIN
Launching the Zeppelin Faye Newby Mooring Xi r..Mary Louise Squyres
Helen Cole Rvth Black Feverhern Stafford
were the committee appointed for the banquet, and we think they were very successful.
At our banquet were two of the five girls who started our local chap- ter, Pauline Mills Edwards and Myr- tle Umphress of Weatherford. Also
day with us. We had a
Noble Meade's baby, Joyce, and Kathryn Douglass Loring's baby William Douglass.
The actives are holding their an- nual Christmas bazaar-tea Friday, and the alumnae are already sending in their gifts to be sold. I am sure that a large sum will be cleared.
At our last meeting we decided to give a basket of food to some poor family for Christmas. Each girl chose what she wanted to bring, and it will be delivered to this family on the day before Christmas.
Saturday night, Decemebr 8, we held our Founders' Day banquet at the Huckins Hotel. The Oklahoma City Alumnae had complete charge of the banquet, and we think it was
h rch
V Woman's Community
nd cleared $29.65.
ecided to give one standard