3CL.-. lie James R. Davies Fall 1963, No. 1 Editor Gamma Phi Chapter, Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta, State College, Pa. Dear Graduate Brothers: The tragic and unnecessary death of President John F. Kennedy numbed this campus. Activities at the House were brought to a sudden halt as the stunned Brotherhood grieved the loss as they might grieve the passing away of a close relative. It was going to be a gay weekend with many going to Pitt for the "big game". But the "big game" lost all significance; plans were scrapped and carloads began leaving, not for Pittsburgh, but for Washington where many Fijis joined that long line of diverse people united in their respect for a great man. In this week of Thanksgiving, as we mourn his passing, we give thanks that the stability of our nation transcends the efforts of a crazed .assassin. This first issue of the "Nittany Fiji" for the year '63-'64 contains a form which we hope you will complete and send back to us. Of course, any additional news of our graduate brothers will also be highly appreciated. HCMECOMING Gamma Phi president Andy Androski termed the recent homecoming weekend a great success and, as we actives will attest, a lot of fun. Enjoying the Nittany victory over Rice and the subsequent festivities were (in order of guest book signatures): Bill Morris ('49), H. Ross Fishburn ('57), Dave Fishburn ('54), Blair Husted ('49), Ken Houck ('46), Don Ferguson ('57), John Lessig ('57), Barry Merkel ('55), John Wray ('39), Terry Mutton ('58) Tom Schott ('43), L. William Pyle ('53), Earl Henderson, Jr. ('59), Jack Purnell ('53), Dick Robb ('54), Ike Thompson, Jr. ('42), Bill Hough ('58), Pete ('54), E. D. McKean, Jr. Krumrine ('59), Dick Forrey ('53), Per Torgersen ('58), Roy Bertolet ('44). CORPORATION MEETING The election of new officers was the highlight of the last Gamma Phi Corporation meeting held on October 6. Beginning their one year terms are: President; Blair Husted ('49), Vice President; Ken Houck ('46), Secretary-Treasurer; Jack Krumrine ('59). Other business to come before the meeting included the Fund Drive currently in progress. Donations received so far total $4,500 with a response of only eight per cent. Members of the Fund Drive Committee hope that alums will donate $10 for each year that has passed since their graduation. More importantly, it is hoped that every alum will respond to the needs of the chapter and give what they can. The money is used for reducing the mortgage and for needed improvements in 'this old house'. The brothers are grateful, indeed, for the new rugs and drapes on the first floor. They are grateful also for the retiling of the second floor shower. But the bright new shower heads still emit a very uncomfortable 'polar spray' at times making the brothers very mindful of the fact tha.t what is needed most of all is a new hot water system--for both warmer showers and a warmer house. Checks may be sent to: The Phi Gamma Delta Alumni Association % Jack Krumrine 731 Senset Road State College, Penna. \r\nPIG DINNER The annual Norris Pig Dinner (that study in hilarity and verbosity) will be held at the Nittany Lion Inn on April 25. Details on the menu, speaker, accommodations, etc., will be forthcoming. FRATERNITY NOTES Gamma Phi wins IM football championship and is undefeated in basketball.... brothers Don Gaum, Bob Andronici, Bob Riggle, and Bill Huber playing varsity ball ....Fijis to donate flowers and attend church en masse Sunday November 30....house scholarship up....Lucetti Kennedy, wife of J. Ewing Kennedy ('26), recently appointed to university Board of Trustees....Roy Bertolet ('44), elected to Alumni Association Board of Trustees.... 'perge' Dec. NAME GRADUATING CLASS ADDRESS CITY DEGREE GRADUATE SCHOOL CHILDREN (BY NAMES AND AGES) OFFICES HELD IN FRATERNITY PRESENT OCCUPATION Return to: Box 647, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801 Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta Chapter Mailing Service 1757 N. St. N.W. Washington, D.C., 20036 STATE MARR1ED_ , 1963