★ THETA DEUTERON STAR ★ Ohio Weslcyaii University, Delaware, Ohio Voh APRIL 1955 300 At Pig Dinner Witness Dedication Of Wilkinson Lodge And Presentation Of First Cheney Cup in History Of Chapter Award Based On Last Year Fox' tHc first tiiTiG in the history SCOOP'S MESSAGE The following lelegram is the message from national head quarters Jan. 10 which informed Theta Deuteron that it had been selected best all-around Phi Gamma Delta chapter in the nation. of Theta Deuteron, the O. H. Chen ey Cup has been awarded to the "Here is surprise dessert for your dinner tonight. The com chapter. Presented at this year's Pig Din ner by the outgoing Archon Sec retary, John E. Scott, Indiana '30, the cup came to rest in the Irvin F. Carlisle memorial trophy case. The Cheney Cup is awarded to the best all-around chapter in Phi Gamma Delta, and its award is mittee on the coveted Cheney based 40% on scholarship, 30% on fraternity relationship, and 30'i on extra-curricular activities. Ranked fourth in Cheney Cup competition last year, Theta Deut eron climbed into first place under the leadership of Jim Linville '54. Among those finishing high in this year's race are Knox, Pennsylvania, and Hanover. Efficiency Cup place in competition for last academic year on three-fold basis of scholarship, campus activities and fraternity rela tionships. Since it is my prac tice religiously to abstain from attending any deliberations of awards committee, I had noth to do with decision and knew nothing about it until it was announced. I can't find it in my heart to oppose verdict believing I am robust enough fellow to protect Phil Ebeling and myself from any accusa tions of favoritism. Naturally I am tremendously pleased. God bless you one and all." — By Bob Chase Pig Dinner, 1955, was without doubt one of the most color ful and significant in the iiistoiy of Theta Deuteron Chapter. ' With the presentation of the Cheney Cup, dedication of Wilkinson Lodge, and a record number of returning alumni, it seemed a culmination of combined efforts resulting in material pleasures decided today that Theta Deuteron won first ing Bad Weather Unheeded As Attendance Hits Record Cecil J. Wilkinson Bill Strasburg Wins 1 On Saturday afternoon. Bill Manuel presided over the dedica- pl*ggJom Award tion of Wilkinson Lodge. He exThis issue of the Theta DeuteronP'^^ssed the hope that the ceremon ies might stand as a golden day Star was printed by Bill Strasburg. Since his graduation from in the history of the chapter and Wesleyan in 1950, Bill has become university and conveyed the grati tude of the chapter to all who editor and publisher of The Amb helped make the long-termed ler Gazette in Ambler, Pennsyl dreams a reality. Special acknowl vania. His paper was just recently edgement was made to the officials the recipient of a George Wash and trustees of the college, donors ington Medal of Honor awarded to the house fund, architect Ray by the Freedoms Foundation for jthe paper's contribution to a bet Sims, contractor Steward, and Mrs. Beverly Kelley, interior dec ter understanding of the American Way of Life through the publica tion of its Freedom Edition. orator. The dedication ceremony was opened with the planting of memorial clematii and proceeded with words from R. C. Stevenson From Barracks To Bliss and Danner Mahood, presentation of the ninety-nine year lease by Interim - President Ficken, and fphere at those times, but in ad There is nothing we can say to i'ciuse is built, 1 hope that the Sigexpress our gratitude except may someday obtain title finance this. I suggest our cam paign theme to be: "To hell with the Fiji sense of propriety. Last name. ..-TUo r. Manuel". Thankk you. Dr. Bunthis dirt." (Signed) Step-brother the Phi Gams." dition it has renewed some ot .Vear the Mother's club presented a television set to the chapter. \r\nTHETA DEUTERON STAR Ohio Wesleyan Welcomes President Frank Prout APRIL 1955 Zanesville's Dr. Robert Martin Rates High Among Alumni By Phil Kraft Theta Deuteron has always been exceptionally proud of its versity, will assume liis duties May 1 as newly elected president graduate members. They have made names for themselves in all of Ohio Wesleyan University. walks of life. Some are doctors, some lawyers, some theologians. Dr. Prout was named to the post hy the Board of Trustees But regardless of profession, all are Fijis. It is virtually im upon the reeojiimendation of a special faculty - trustees committee possible for us to pay tribute to all of them in our limited amount Frank Prout, former President of Bowling Green State Uni appointed to terim ' of space. investigate the in situation. There is one man who occupies a place in the hearts of Fijis everywhere. His loyalty to his fellow men is displayed by his Brother Phil Ebling headed the special committee. It is believed that the benefits of his contribu tion to the solution of the interim situation will be of enduring val ue to Ohio Wesle.yan University. President Prout, who retired zealous endeavors in the medical world. He is a doctor, humanitar ian, and loyal Fiji. from Bowling Green in 1952, will serve until 1956 when Flemming is Arthur S. cxoccted to Robert S. Martin, M. D. grad uated from Sidney High in 1912. return. Flemming is now sowing as Di rector of Defense Mobilization. He was accepted at Ohio Wesleyan University and soon donned the Dr. C. E. Ficken, who has served as Interim turn to - his President, full time will re duties initial symbol of our fraternal brotherhood, the white star of Phi Gamma Delta. Throughout tiis college days he was prominent as Dean of the University. Harvey O. Yoder, President, of the Board of Trustees, received a letter and from one President from Eisenhower Secretary Treasury pointing out of that: the in both scholastic it is and ricular of the United States that: Flemm love of life and radiating enthusism that prompted him to go to Cincinnati College of Medicine un til his graduation in 1919. ing remain in his present position. They realize how great a loss it is to the Universil.y but they Pictured above i.s Ro])ort S. Martin as he appeared in the atest issue of the Ohio Wc.sleyan Alumni Magazine. feel a man of Flemming's "abilit.y, character and patriotism" can not be spared at this crucial period. Flemming has reiterated organizations. extra-cur quite imperative for the security Brother his University Plans Several New Buildings In Few Years hope to return to the presidency of Ohio Wesleya.n and it is now planned that he will be able to return in 1956, at the close of this Eisenhower administration. Flemming spoke at the Pig Din ner. By Dave Cromcr The faculty huilding committee, under the chairmanshi[) of Theta Deuteron IDr. Manuel, recently announced the prohahility of several new ])uilding projects on the campus. Host To Fouad The most recent proposal was the Fehruarv I2lh decision hv Theta Dcutcrons foreign student „f Tnistrrs to ii/nlcru rric l/te Ohio We-loMin \.-..„e/ale-' thi.s vear is Fouad Zada, a suave, project of a new three million stocky Arabian from Jordan. A | (dollar Science Center. No definite Nebraska Martin where It was then he went his to under-went internship training at the Crelghton Memorial Hospital in Omaha and then engaged in general prac tice at Red Cloud, Neb., until 1930. He then went to New York Eye and Ear Infirmary where he took specialized training and in 1931 moved to Zancsville where he es tablished practice - specializing in eye, car, nose and throat work. .Sinrc the dawn of his career, Brother Martin has become one of completed last fall. Situated along the most resepected men in nia man of rugged constitution, Fouad plans have been made as yet, but side, it will present an impressive profession. Just recently he was survived the distorted impression money for investigating and de entrance to Ohio Wesleyan's elected to the Board of Governors of fraternity life at the Stalags, veloping preliminary plans is to "Men's Campus" which already of the American College of Sur and after becoming accustomed to be raised from a special campaign has seen the construction of Wilk- geons. This board of 150 members the ways of the Mid-west, entered now underway. Philip C. Ebeling, , inson Lodge and the SAE house. directs the affairs of the organiza the intramural competition, last '28, presenting the association with ; tion comprised of leading surgeons ing to the semi-finals in the wrest a $1000 check on February 12th, from all over the Western Hemis ling tournament. We're glad to was instrumental in initiating the phere. have Fouad aboard. campaign. Brother Martin has dedicated his Other plans Chapter Files Improve Mailing for new construc tion include the Phillips building and another men's dormitory. The Phillips Building will be erected Section Convention Slated In Delaware Wilkinson Lodge has been des directly east of Merrick Hall and ignated as the site for the annual This year under the leadership ^ life to mankind. Never once, amid all these glorious honors has he forgotten his Fraternity. We of Theta Deuteron proudly hail Dr. Martin, a Brother, and a most planned to house the depart- section Vlll convention this year. worthy example that our goal is of Chuck Eichhorn, the alumni | ments of education, religion, the dates being set on April 23-25. "neither the woild's recognition files wei e completely revised. The ; philosophy, and p.sychology, as With invitations sent to the chap- nor the applause of men." mailing li.st used in the campaign ' well as the Univei-sity Evaluation ters at Wittenberg, Ohio State, ' stand-point of fraternity legfor the ni'W house was obtained Sei'vice. Architects will probabfy Michigan, Denison and Western as well as fraternal felfi'om "Scooii". new address cards h" chosen by the end ol Februar.y Reserve, and with the securing of were circulated at Pig Dinner, and construction is slated to begin graduate brothers to act as chair- j'"wship. •i "lost Inothei " list was circulated wiihin the nexl v( ar. men ol the various discussion i This is the first time in five The files are now in Ihe finest eonThe second inim'; doi'inilory will | groups, the occasion pi'omises to years that the convention has been dition possible comijliment the present sti'ucture i be one of importance, both from in Delaware. \r\nTHETA APRIL 1955 DEUTEROA" STAR Fijis Struggle For Intramural Cup Phi Gams Vie For Varsities t Thus far, Theta Deuteron intra mural athletes have taken a third and a first in college competition. The liji eleven placed third with the Sigma Chi and Phi Delts After winning a major portion of last year's athletic awards, the Fijis are in hopes of retaining itaking the one and two positions. these awards another year. Thus far the Fijis have been well rep resented in all fields, and as spring apporaches greater goals are in Under the coaching of Bill Wadsworth, the Phi Gams ' well-rounded team. The volleyball set fielded up a was a view. different story. The team started Three men participated in var sity football, three in J. V. foot ball and SIX Fijis were main sparks off on the basketball team. the season with a win and managed to continue this pro cedure throughout their games. The team had eight wins and no losses. The final match was played Records are being broken by our tankman, two men are playing J. V. basket ball and four others are out for off with the Betas. The Fijis vic tory over the Betas in two games track. placed them on top of the list. The S. A. E.'s suffered a close loss lecently at t'lie hands of the Dave Given Wins "W" Phi Gamma Delta's only upperclass contribution to the varsity eleven last fall was Dave Given, a six foot junior from Fairview Park, Ohio. Gibby was a hard- Elgin Fiji Baskctccrs: (1-r) first row—Dave Arnold, Tom Zesiger, Doug Teegarden, Dave Young. Second Row—Bill Wilson, Jim Hil)l)iits, Don Didcott, and Bol) Martin (captain of the team). Phi Gam hoopsters. This victory put the Fijis in first place and made them the league 1 champs. The season came to a thrilling but disappointing close, however, with the loss of the all-school champion ship to the Sigma Chi's. At the present time, the Fijis are running halfback who made head 125 lines with his third (juarter score Long Breaks Record in the Denison game. points behind the 1st place Sigma Chis in the race for all-year trophy. Fiji Frosh Tug John Long, a sophomore from Orahood And Urick the o Hemet, California, has splashed In Fourth Win his way to victory a number of The air was brisk, and the ^ Record Number imes during the nie.Fmen's season. ground was covered with the pre-1 Retums In Feb Freshmen Richard Orahood and John has broken the PfeifCer Na- vious night's snow as the Fiji' Potential Stars Phil Urick both sav/ considerable action during the pigskin season. Dick made a commendable show ing at quarterback and Phil fought for an end berth. With a year of playing experience under their belts, these boys may develop into standouts next year. tatonum record in the 50 yard free class of 1958 positioned them- • iTau Delta tug of war. The rules i Track Draws Five J-V Football pulls is required. This year's clas= i 'Wish) Ale.xander, George PL c Fijis will participate in :j,.„ Edward R. Patton, m met defeat on their first tug,Class but'Mapes. oUrnoson will represent the fra - David C. Sternad. Richard B. *j Harry J->. Davis. Rowland Burnstan ternity. John Sloan, Richard Orannd Kobert Williams i-ec,*c.-J voci Jaun will r>oIeJ ' • vault an