VICTORY (70th) EKKLESIA TO BE HELD AT CONGRESS HOTEL, CHICAGO, JUNE 26-28th The Ekklesia will be a great reunion of Fijis who have been in the service and special reunions wiil be held by each chapter on the first day of the convention. There will be splendid entertainment, the formal program consisting of a theatre party to a Fiji show on Thurs day night, June 26th, and the Ekklesia banquet in the Gold Room of the Congress on Friday, the 27th. Among the important fraternity matters that wiil be settled in the business sessions will be future policy of reconstruction, finances, the magazine, alumni work, permanent memorial for soldiers and sailors, present extension, and election of National officers. ' It is expected that all previous attendance records will be broken and more than 1,000 Fijis will be present. Owing to the central loca tion of Chicago, it seems quite probable. We want to get a big crowd of our alumni out. The active chapter will be represented, and if all the alumni of this chapter who live anywhere near Chicago will just make their plans to be there June 26-28th, we can make a fine showing. "LET'S GO, CHICAGO!' \r\nCORNHUSKER FIJI Published by Lambda Nu Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta Editor Caul Hogerson Associate Editor Business Manager Richard Hadley Rollix Smith EDITORIALS Lajidda Nu has successfully weathered the war. A good many of the older men are back in school and the younger Fljis have learned a great deal in regard to the management of the house and chapter affairs. The younger men under "Dick" Hadley as "E" and Harold Holmquist as "T" deserve unlimited credit for their handling of the chapter during the past crisis. The death of "Bruce" Prouty is a great loss to the chapter. He was always on hand to help us in rushing and his frequent visits to the house clearly showed his keen interest in Lambda Nu and Piii G.amma Dei.ta. The older men will especially revere the memory of Bruce. Words are unnecessary to describe his life, because each and every one carries in his heart remembrances of his kindly deeds and splendid fraternalism. There has been a great shake-up in the University. Due to the war and other causes, the University has fallen in her standard. But auditors have been appointed who will weed out all those of the faculty who are not capable of the highest standard of teaching. We are also to have a new gymnasium. The cost to be .?400,000.00 •fSO,000.00 of which will be spent on the erection of concrete grand stands and the field in general. \r\nCORNHUSKER FIJI EDWARD E. LARSON. Brother Edward E. Larson was killed in action on September 15, 1918, in the battle of St. Mihiel. He was a sergeant in Ccmpany H, o55th Infantry, 8,9t!i Division. "John D." was called to the colors soon after his initiation and triwned at Camp Pnnston. At Funston, he was immediately promoted to a sergeancy. In the University he attained many honors, the principal one being a membership on tha Stock-Judging team. As a student, he ranked amcng the ton highest in the entire College of Agriculture. His fraternity career was hricf. He was initiated March 29, 1917, and the following fall left for the army. As a Brother in Phi Gamm.v D;:i.t.\, he endeared himself to all by his high character and spirit of service and sacrifice. Memorial services were held May 4, the day set apart by the Fra ternity to honor those who died in the Great Cause. \r\nCORNHUSKER FIJI BROTHER HARRIE M.PROUTY Died October 16, 1918, Beatrice, Nebr., of Spanish Influenza \r\nCORNHUSKER FIJI THE OMAHA GRADUATE CHAPTER For some time there has been a movement on foot in Omaha for an alumni organization which finally took form in a graduate chapter. It was at the Pig Dinner, held at the Omaha University Club, that the petition was signed, by those alumni living in or near Omaha. The (fflcers of the new organization are Harley Moorhead (Columbia), President; Jesse M. Harding, Vice-President: and Herbert Bushnell, Jr., becretary and Treasurer. This is a real live, earnest organization. At the very first, steps were taken to have a regular time and place for Fiji luncheons. These are held every Saturday noon In the Fontanelle grill room. From twenty to twenty-five Fijis are present every Saturday and Brothers visiting Omaha will do well to attend. R. H. LEONARD E. HURTZ Brother Leonard Hurtz is now chief of the operating staff of the independent telephone companies of the United States. The appoint ment was made by F. B. MacKinnon, vice chairman of the United States independent telephone association. It was found necessary at the New York conference to create an operating staff that will have charge of all independent companies, and Mr. MacKinnon made Bro. Hurtz chief thereof. As these companies are under government control. Brother Hurtz will be chief for an indefinite period. At present he divides his time between New York City and Lincoln. THE ANNUAL BANQUET The Annual Founders' Day banquet was held this year at the chap ter house on May 3. After a sumptuous repast, toasts were given by Harley Moorhead, Alan Dudley, Orval Chatt, Jim Whitney, Prof. Maggi, and Alan Tukey. Dick Stout was toastmaster. About thirty-five alumni were present, seventeen of whom journeyed from Omaha. Let every one be back for ne.xt year's banquet. \r\nCORNHUSKER FIJI WITH THE FIJIS IN THE ARMY La.mi!|)a Nu liad ninety men in the regular and national armies at the time of the signing cf the armistice, and sixteen men in the S. A. T. C. Of the ninety men, Martin Shallenberger had the rank cf Colonel in the regular army; Jim Ellis the rank of Colonel in the national guard, and Dick Paddcck was a Lieutenant-Colonel in tiie Regular army. Henry Knutzcn, Drian O'Drian, Harry Huse, Wally McDonaid, Jim McGeac'.iin, George Raccly, Dana Van Duscn and Don V/ocd were Captains. Henry Whartcn was an army Chaplain. Fourteen wore First Lieutenants, twelve, Secsnd Lieutenants, sixteen sergeants, and ten, candidates for commissicins. Dick Paddcck vron the "Crcix de Guerre" for bravery in action and was at the same time v/ounded. He is now in the States recov ering. Harold Bruce was wounded in the St. Mihiel -drive, and is now recovering at an army hospital in this country. Irwin Morris was wounded in action. From last reports, "Morrey" is still in Prance. Jim McGeachin's company was the first company of engineers to put a bridge over the Marne in the Argonne drive. Jack Lyons had a couple cf nasty falls in an aeroplane while flying in France, but seems to have come out O. K. Vic Henningsen came from Shanghai, China, to answer his call to the colors. ■ Clay Perry has been sojourning of late in the neighhorhood of Ccblenz, Germany. Ed. Steckley served a year in Prance in the Red Cross service before the United States entered the war. Allan Tukcy (Dartmouth), of Omaha won the "Distinguished Service Cross" for gallantry displayed in leading his men while seri ously wounded. Speaking of coincidences, Tony Blish was censoring the letter cf a beautiful little canteen worker in France, when he noticed that the letter was addressed to Brother Clay Thomas.' Martin Shallenberger is a Colonel on the staff of the third army. \r\nCORNHUSKER P^IJl SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AVn.i iAM !VlAi i;().\ 'If),— Senior Athletic Committee. N::i..'on '20—Chairman Ivy Day Committee; Engineering Society; Sigma Gamma Epsilon (Geological Fraternity). G:;ou(ii-; Bi-.siin;;).). '20—Viking; Captain ami Adjutant, R. 0. T. C., Uni versity Playc rs. Ricn.Mti) H.\])i.';v '21—Iron Spliin.^; Viking; Sigma Delta Chi (Journal istic Fraternity); Master of Ceremonies, Sophomore Hop; Rusiness Manager of "Awgwan." Jo.sKi'ii Doi (i;ii.htv '21—Treasurer, Fresiiman Class; Cornhusker Staff; Pre-medic Society. Roi.i.i.v Smit;i '21—University Band; Kosmet Klub; Chairman, Semi centennial Pageant Committee. H.muu.i) PIoi..M()ri.'-;T '21—University Commercial Club. Guoku:; Joii.nso.x '21—Pre-medic Society; Iron Sphim^. Joiix Gii.i,i(i,\.\ '21—Pre-medic Society. Gi v Gu.wu.s '21—University Commercial Club. H.vitoi I) Bi iiKic '22—Iron Spliinx. Guouot: PIhhsic '22—Iron Spliiux. Biu'ck McCfi.i.ocii '22—Cornliuskcr Staff; Freshman Hop Committee. Rav.moxi) 0(ii;:ii '22—Engineering Society. Max Uri);;(iUAi'i' '22—University Commercial Club. " . AYicah Yorii- Pin and Si iiscuiiih )-ou riiK Maoa/.ixu. .„P \r\nCORNHUSKER FIJI THE FRESHMEN Ralph Anderson, a tall, good-natured Swede, had a terrible handi cap to overcome. He was largely recommended by Dick Houston and the rest of the Tekamah Fljls. But "Andy" Is making gotd and eats his studies alive. Send more like him, Tekamah. Harold Burke is the ladles' man of the Freshmen. With his taking ways and curly, nut-brown hair—parted in the middle—he had almost captured a certain little Kappa. But an upperclassman brother with an automobile entered the race. Both of the brothers are still on the ragged edge. "Burkie" is in the College of Arts and Science. His home is North Platte. George S. Hesse (the "S" is for Sutherland), was discovered in the wilds of Wyoming by Brother Frank Long. "Twc-Shirt" or "Sore- Heels" is young in years, but old in experience. He is registered in the "Ag" college but longs tor the day when he can again watch his "woolies," accompanied by his hound and trusty "forty-five." Frank Kramer is a mathematical genius from Falls City Calcu lus and analytics are nut-sundaes for him. It is reported that Carl" Christian Engberg is e.xceedingly jealous. "Adolph Gottlieb" as he i- affectionately called, is an Engineer. His pin has already dennrt^n the damsel of his dreams. •' to Bruce McCulloch is a native of South Omaha. In looks "Briicie" is a real "Arrow-Collar" advertisement. Once in a while he eets rest less for the odor of the stockyards, but like Brother Hugh he knows that the only place for a real student is within the confines of a Pm Gamma Delta house. South Omaha may well be proud of Bruce Wilbur Pritchard halls from Falls City. "Pritch" is a live one and strenuous means must be used occasionally to keep him to the Fiji standard. His only regret is that he wasn't old enough to object when his parents hung the name of Wilbur onto him. He is registered in the College of Commerce. That best of Phi Gamm boosters. Miss Grace Holman, says that Raymond Ogier is "such a dear, sweet, boy and awfully bright in his studies." We don't exactly regard him as "dear" and "sweet," but he is bright and has the "makin's" of a very good Fiji in him. Raymond is in the Engineering College. He is a North Platter. Max Updegraff came to us from Fort Morgan, Colorado. He's small in stature, but full of Fiji pep. "Updie's" papa is a Fiji from Michigan, so it is only natural that "Updie" should follow in his father's footsteps. He Is registered in the College of Commerce. \r\nCORNHUSKER FIJI Jefferson Machamer unfortunately left school at the end of the first semester. "Jeff" Is a wonderful cartoonist and humorist. The Kansas City Star recognizes his ability and he is now one of the lead ing cartoonists of that paper. The cover design of this magazine Is a product of his genius. Clark Johnson was also forced to leave school at the end of the first semester. "Stub" was a great little "feller" and the chapter keenly feels his loss. We hope that ne.xt fall will see him back. "Stub" is from Belleville, Kansas. John Mullen of O'Neill, Nebraska, was pledged last fall but was unable to remain in school. He was not initiated, but we expect his retun to school and L.xmuda Nu. Clifford Bissett of York, had to leave school because of the "flu." He will come back next fall and become a Fiji like his uncle, Karl Lemmerman, our national treasurer. "Let's Go, Chicago," June-26th of 28th. FIJIS AT THE ALTAR Robert Reasoner to Miss Hazel Updike of Omaha. Naason Young to Miss Lulu Mitchell of Lincoln. Will Long to Miss Vesta Eschrick of Buffalo, Wyoming. Gerald Beck to Miss Irene Johnson of Omaha. Peter Neuswangcr to Miss Florence Schultz. Elmer Hansen to Miss Ramona Troup of Lincoln. John Drexcl to Miss Lulu Haveiscn of Omaha. Raymond Hughes to Miss Margaret Goodwin of Council Bluffs. Chicago First Before the ThiRst. \r\n10 COUNHUSKER FIJI OFFICERS OF THE CHAPTER Mai.co.-m Smith "E" Li.ovi) Pai.mku "T" Jkan Nelhon GEOHGE Bi'SHNELL "G" "I" Carl Hoheuson "Eg" WITH THE ALUMNI Clyde Bullcck is manager cf the B. F. Avery & Ssns' implement house at 1219 Lcavenworth St., Omalia. "Habo" Bushncll is manager cf the bond depai'tmcnt cf the United States Trust Company of Omaha. Cloyd McV/illiams is now chief electrician of t!ie American Locomo tive Company at Schncctady, New York. "Mac" visited the chapter a couple of times this spring while on a visit to his hcme. He is still the chapter daddy at Union College. "Ike" Kramer has returned to the States after ten years in.India. Ike says the "East's a callin'" and he may return before long. His present address is'3517 Jackson St., Omaha. "Bill" Aitken is studying law at Harvard this year, following his discharge from the army. Wilton Androsen and "Pat" Wiltse are working in the Federal Reserve bank in Omaha. Gerald Beck is attending the University cf Nebraska Medical School at Omaha. Don Bell is with the Lincoln Telephone and Telegraph Co. He lives in Lincoln. Rea Bodwell is in the oil game in Texas. Address all mail to the Forth Worth Club, Fort Worth, Texas. Sam Buck is an expert on the State Insurance Board of Washing ton. His address is 1120 Alaska BIdg., Seattle. Tom Buell is traveling engineer for a bridge company out of Port land, Oregon. "Ned" Nafe is building auto-trailers in Cleveland, Ohio. Address: 1646 Coventry Road. "Bob" De Cou is manager of the largest retail clothing store in Seattle. "Doc" Adams has a new Paige Touring Car. "The next thing," he says "is to get a girl." John Burkett is in the oil game in Oklahoma. Mail addressed to \r\nCORNHUSKER FIJI 11 any of the South and Southwest Oil country is pretty apt to reach him. Lee Parker is with the North-Western Tel. Exchange Co., Minne apolis, Minn. "Stew" Hadley is learning the banking business at Cedar Rapids, Nebraska. "Willie" Wilson upon his discharge from the army, returned to his position with the State Journal. Captain Brian O'Brian, U. S. A., is one of the big guns in the new artillery school at the University. "Bob" Reasoner and Mrs. Bob are on a ranch near Whitehall, Montana. We'll wager that that Bob is A1 when it comes to managing a ranch. Harold Van Dusen is with the American State Bank at Brighton, Colorado. Lester Anderson, '21, has been confined for five months in an army hospital. The trouble is athletic heart. Les reports that he will soon be out. "Prof." Maggi has been doing Y. M. C. A. work in Italy. returned a short time ago. He Otto Mallot has severed his connection with the Lincoln Gas and Electric Co., and is now with the Hebb Motors Co. at Havelock. Herb Barber's address is now 121 Montgomery Ave., Detroit, Michi gan. Frank Buck is with the A. B. Fosseen Co., Yakima, Washington. John Bushnell is director of publicity for the Victory Loan in this territory. John's tank got stuck in a mud hole out in Antelope Park, but it didn't seem to worry him a great deal. Lieut. John L. Champe is remaining in the army as a first "loot." He is with the 36th Infantry at Camp Devens, Mass. Crval Chatt is a law partner with Brother Herb Rhodes (William Jewell), at Tekamah, Nebraska. "Dick" Stout was a member of the State Legislature this last term. He represented Lancaster County. "Toff" Hansen has a drug store at Shickley, Nebraska. Toff and "Doc" Adams are going to buy us a new house if there is another epidemic of the "flu." Ulysses Severin Harkson is a railroad construction engineer at Emigrant, Montana. Ed. R. Harvey's address is Nat. Met. Bank Bldg., Washington, D. C. Verne L. Havens is editor of "Ingenieria International," an en gineering magazine in Spanish. It is published by the McGraw-Hill Company, Tenth Avenue at 36th Street, New York City. Verne sent the chapter a copy and the pictures were certainly nice. Much obliged, Verne, we appreciate your thought of us. \r\n12 CORNKUSKER FIJI Val Kendall is with the Rand Mfg. Company, Detroit, Michigan. Henry Knutzen, who was a Captain and an instructor at Camp Taylor, Ky., has entered the contracting business with his father at Kearney, Nebraska. "York" Larson is in the undertaking business in his home town of Genoa, Nebraska. We can't imagine that big Swede looking solemn in a funereal Prince Albert. Antone Lett's address is 573 Holden Ave., Detroit, Michigan. "Tate" Matters is practicing law at No. 17 Battery Place, New York City. Fred Sanders is still holding forth at the Banker's Life and at the same time helping the chapter to forge ahead. Ralph Sturm is ranching at Big Wells, Texas. "Sturme" is an authority on onions and early frosts. E. C. Houston (Indiana), of Tekamah, was one of the big men in the State Senate the past session. Senator and Mrs. Houston called at the house during their busy stay in Lincoln. "Pink" Spohn is farming near Superior, Nebraska. "Pink" paid us a little visit upon his discharge from the army. Vic Henningsen is again in China. This makes his third trip to the Orient, but Vic says it is a great sufficiency. "Brodie" Proctor was one of the stars on the Great Lakes Naval eleven. Brodie is going to farm near Kearney very soon. He also won renov/n in the wrestling game, and the Philadelphia papers would have printed his picture much larger if there had been any more paper. Everett Scott made a name for himself while in the navy. "Scotty" sprinted as he did at the University. Before joining the navy, Scotty beat the fastest running bartender in the West, at Buffalo, Wyoming. The Long brothers bought a ranch on their winnings from the race. From the "Theta Deuteron Star," Ohio Wcsleyan. "Theta Deutercn welcomes the new coach of Wesleyan athletics as a brother in Phi Gamma Delta. Brother Harry Ewing hails from the University of Nebraska and is making a whirlwind success as athletic director." Frank and Johnnie Long presented Brother Bill with a Buick roadster for a wedding gift. "Blessed are the sheepmen for they make all the money," should be added to the Beatitudes. "Al" Bryson visited the house after his return from Panama. He is now with his parents on the Pacific coast. "Prof." Lees is head of the cereal department of the Armour Grain Company at Chicago. Fred Hurtz is chairman of the committee on hotel arrangements for the Ekklesia at Chicago. Paint Company. He is still with the Bradley-Vrooman Address 2632 Dearborn Street. Clement L. Waldron is now located at Carlyle, Montana. \r\nHarold Bolster, a Fiji who used to be in this territory, was recently married to Miss Madge Kennedy, the moving picture queen. The Cornhusker Fiji takes pleasure in announcing the engage ment of Phillip Proctor and Miss Grace Holman. Next month Orval Chatt will nervously journey to Oklahoma. When he returns, Mrs. Chatt will be with him. They will make their home in Tekamah. George Racely is in business with his father at Sterling, Nebraska, Don Montgomery is a bacteriologist at Boston, Mass. He is still in the army. Harold Shubert has returned from France and is now selling automobiies in Council Bluffs. What? Ekklesia! Where? Chicago! When? June 26-28tu. The Best Magazine in the World; The Phi Gamma Delta. Meet me in Chicago, June 26-28 Do Your Share to Make the Nation Dry. Chicago, June 26-28TH. Chicago is the Last Oasis Across the Dry and Dusty Sands of Time.