ILLINOI ^ ^ : , vWi Published by Chi lota Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS, NOVEMBER, 1973 New Series Vol. XXXIX No. 1 Recent Alumni Bequests: Bro. Warren Buckley, Always Active, Beloved An overwhelming zest for life and learning, a constant concern and Buckley's college days, A. B. Sawyer '10 remembers Warren for his great appreciation for his fellow man which love for his friends, his high good humor, and his unceasing activity in was returned to him in lasting af fection by those who knew him best, and a long, fruitful career as an at torney — these are hallmarks of our school, fraternity, and social life. late Brother Warren B. Buckley, who said, "we posted the newspaper obituary on the bulletin board and charged everyone admission to view bequeathed approximately $100,000 to the Phi Gamma Delta Association of Illinois. Brother Buckley's is the largest cash gift in the association's history and one of the most sub "Once when a man with the same name had died," Brother Sawyer the 'deceased' Warren Buckley, who in this case was dramatically im personated by our fun-loving brother, stantial ever to any fraternity chapter. He passed ad astra in March, 1972, at age 81. laid out in state on a table in the Chi Born in the Austin (West Side) area Brother Buckley with deep devotion of Chicago, Brother Buckley entered Illinois in 1909 after being graduated from Austin High School. He lived with his Chi Iota brothers in his fresh man and sophomore years, after Iota chapter house." His friends and relatives remember (Continued on page 2) A studious Warren Buckley in 1910. Arthur Abbott, '12, Testament which he transferred to Northwestern Another testament to a beloved Chi University, from which he was graduated with a law degree in 1913. Iota from one of her most loyal and devoted brothers is the bequest in He practiced law continuously in Chicago till the early 1950s, and recent months of $500 to the chapter served with distinction as an army alumni association by the late Arthur Brother A. B. Sawyer '10 remembers (Monk) him as "extremely conscientious, a Abbott '12. Brother Abbott From his first student days his fraternity and Chi Iota had remained dear to Monk Abbot. He was the "salt of the earth" and his close friend. officer in France during World War I. had lived in retirement in Naperville He was married to Clara Wright in man of firm convictions which he after a long and notable career as a 1934 and they lived in Winnetka until stood by stoutly." BrotherAbbott was cattle breeder. chapter treasurer in his senior year. Born and reared in Chicago, her death in 1948. Thereafter he lived at Exmoor Country Club in Highland Park, at the University Club in Chicago, and finally at the James C. King retirement home in Evanston. farming, and was graduated from the College of Agriculture. An Abbott is a He was also a member of the Union him. League Club of Chicago. One of Brother Buckley's Brother Abbott was most interested in monk, and his brothers so dubbed Brother Abbott and Sawyer along two stepsons, Irving Jackson, lives in with Brother T. E. (Chink) Musselman '10 and the late Brother Winnetka, (Buckley's warm devotion to Chi Iota C)harlie Engstrom '10 for many years attended Pig Dinners together, and and its members, recalling he often returned to the chapter particularly shared memories of college days with and described Brother in his early adult years. Chi lota's most active alumnus of hundreds of Chi lotans have joyfully these old timers who finished school before there were any world wars. \r\nNovember, 1973 THE ILLINOIS FIJI The Illinois Fiji Published by Phi Gamma Delta Association of Illinois and Chi Iota chapter of Phi Gamma Delta for its members and friends. We welcome all news from alumni. Send your news and address changes to our Alumni Relations Chairman, Box 2213, Sta. A, Champaign, 61820. ALL M.NI OFFICERS Chairman of the Board: Clifton Fulton '44 Sycamore President: Brenton H. Wadsworth '52 Plainfield speaking of experience. Experiencci Juhl (Illinois, '40) into membership in Phi Gamma Delta. Such an honor, including in our brotherhood a man who has given dedicated service to the fraternity although not a member, doesn't preceded it. called to mind a motto that I learned of chapter advisors to help us deal in the early stages of my pledge training program, "Not for college more effectively with the myriad of in fraternal affairs, experience in' academics, experience in life. Youth have periencing the the benefit events of that ex have This year at Chi Iota, we are in the process of forming a graduate hoard problems presently confronting the Greek system. We need to draw on the experience of those who have gone Long Grove There seems to he a growing apathy towards fraternity life in this day and age. I keep hearing that things have gone downhill for the Greek system, Chicago that fraternities are not what they used to he. As chapter president, I alumni whenever the chapter faces an immediate need. This time, however, we are asking for something more Owen Ackerman '59 Peoria Secretary: James C. Welsh '42 Peoria Treasurer: Directors: William C. leuter '57 Robert L. Braun '63 Dennis R. Fox '61 Park Ridge Molina Chicago Shelbyvilie Champaign Evanston Richard K. Elder '68 Robert C. Johnston '60 Ward McDonald '64 John C. White '70 L'NDERGRADUATE OFFICERS President: .Nic Loiacono '74 On the morning of October 22, the day of this year's Homecoming, I had the privilege of initiating Mr. Loren days alone." Vice-president; Daniel A. Damon '58 Chapter President's Report Manlius. N."y. Recording Secretary: James Hickey 75 Joliet Treasurer: Brad Bell '75 Glenview keep trying to find a way to combat apathy in the chapter house, hut at times it seems to he a see-saw battle. Modern youth is blessed with more conveniences and luxuries than any other generation. There is, however, one thing that youth lacks, something which is extremely valuable. I am before us. It is no secret that the undergraduate brothers often resort to the financial resources of the valuable and more important. When asked, won't you please lend us your support? We wouldn't ask for your advice if we thought that you couldn't help us. Nicholas A. Loiacono Chapter President Corresponding Secretary: John Hamilton '74 children's hospital, a hoy's home, a church, two bar association foun Sycamore Co-Rush Chairmen: Pat Keeley '74 Joliet Blair Miller '76 Peoria dations and the University of Illinois | Foundation and a Northwestern liistorlan: Steve Sumner 74 Peoria Pledge Trainer: Scott McKay '74 Arlington Heights foundation. The life and works of Warren B. Warren Buckley Buckley are a rich memorial and a model every man might well follow if (Continued from page 1) he would contribute to a better world. In this light, his gift to the Chi lota as a great family man and citizen. He association is consistent with Brother Buckley's imprimatur — a legacy was described as a low-keyed, eventempered, good-natured and very self-effacing man. His prosperous law practice was termed a "personal" deserving the undying gratitude of every Fiji. one, and Vie-was tVioroughl'y integrated in his profession and in the legal fraternity. For many years till his retirement he was partner in the firm of Gordon, Buckley and Edmonds in Chicago. He was widely recognized for these interests and their marked manifestations, by lawyers in dividually and collectively, in the Chicago, Illinois and American Bar Associations. He was president of the Illinois association in 1943-44 and held Brother Warren B. Buckley pleasant goings-on as the annual bar association stage revues and lam poons in Chicago, for which he wrote a lot of material and sometimes played roles. The sell-out status of these shows today is due in no small measure to the high level of wit, imagination, and performance Brother Buckley instilled while he many posts in that group. In a lifetime of marathon activity and productiveness, Brother Buckley avoided being the central figure, always enjoying the other fellow's taking that part. He had a boundless participated. sense of humor and knew how to make proof of his brotherly love and compassion, and his appreciation for learning and teaching are his generous cash bequests also to a it work always for others to share and benefit. This precious gift was keenly on display through the years in such He recognized and appreciated fully the place of organizations in our way of life — universities, frater nities, legal associations, business, government, and so on. A striking Fiji brothers in 1910 — "Bill" Burton '13, "Bub" Railsback '09, "Mully" McKee '11, Warren Buckley 14. \r\nNovember, 1973 THE ILLINOIS FIJI Hectic iRetirement Chi lota Alumni News Retirement has proved to be a most active time for A. B. Sawyer, Jr., TO. A.B., who celebrated his 85th birthday last August, has always been a very Active individual. He retired from his job as. the president of Kentucky Dairies, Inc. (a division of Sealtest) in 1954. Retirement just gave him a chance to continue and broaden his activities and interests in the Rotary Club, Red Cross, Salvation Army, Boy's Club and Louisville and Jef ferson County Children's Home. He has also continued to be one of Chi lota's most active Alums returning often for homecoming and other events. Currently, he is serving as a Councilman for the city of Windy Hills, Kentucky. These activities have led to civic recognition by Louisville and its surrounding area and a park has been named after him in the city of Louisville. E. Waldo Alderso '20, has retired to Sarasota, Florida. He lives with his wife, Marion (U. of Chicago) at 1634 Coleen Street in Sarasota. to school. Currently, he is attending the Louisville School of Art taking ' silversmithing and weaving. most active alum resides at the American Legion and was a past Practicing medicine as a physician and surgeon in Pittsfield, Illinois is person initiated into Phi Gamma Delta at Chi Iota Chapter becomes a lifetime member of this Association. From this membership a board of 12 directors is elected with each board member serving a period of four years. This body with its officers then serves to actively handle the affairs of the physical structure at 401 E. John, as well as, other graduate and un dergraduate matters. In recent years, the fraternity system has been operating under some negative influences as everyone is well aware. Chi Iota has certainly been subjected to these pressures along with many other fraternities. Unfortunately, our chapter assumed an added problem ... the disastrous fire of 1963. But, things have changed and our chapter is once again hearty Reserve. William lives with his wife the American Medical Association. manufacturer's representative and He and his wife, the former Mary Bailey (Oberlin) reside at 316 E. owner of Buck McNeil Sales in Ur- Clare in Pittsfield. Robert D. McNeil '50 is a bana. He attended the Illini Class of '48 reunion and saw Brothers F. E. Ralph Hopkins Bush '12 and his wife Covette and Doug Helm. "Buck" and JoAnn McNeil are living at 1707 Cottage Grove in Urbana, IL. Ethel, as they are looking forward to celebrating their sixtieth wedding anniversary. The Bushes are enjoying retirement and have recently moved Vice-president of Sales is the title that Richard A. Norberg '51 holds at the Rockford Products Corporation. to 102 W. Summer Street, Apt. No. 15 in Ojai, CA. Spring Creek Road. Since his retirement from the retail food business, Milton C. Haas has Club, Robert J. Passaneau is also a sales manager for IBM in Chicago. This is a very important year for been enjoying a beautiful view of New Era For Chi iota and how does it operate?" Every A Darlene (Northeastern Illinois U.) at Lake Shore Club, 850 Lake Shore Drive in Chicago. "Who are the members of the Phi Gamma Delta Association of Illinois 1009. 8012 W. Leland Ave., in Norridge, IL. 4401 Recently, a graduate member of Post diplomate of the American Academy of Family Practice and a member of the Illinois State Medical Society and Lake Michigan from his home on the Chi Iota Chapter asked the question of Lieutenant Colonel in the US Army Thomas Carl Bunting '48. He is a This Jonlyn Ct. in Louisville, KY. 40207. Lehman '52. He is also involved with commander In addition to the many activities listed above, A. B. still continues to go Teaching industrial arts in Norridge, Illinois is William Botho and strong (having weathered the storm.) Many, many brothers, both graduate and undergraduate, have made contributions to this chapter and caused it to succeed during this period in spite of the adversity that it faced. We then are beginning a new era of successful prominence with He also lives in Rockford at 2616 A member of the Union League Bob and his wife Carol reside at 1028 S. Greenwood in Park Ridge, IL. Having recently celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary, Barbara and Kenneth F. Pawlak '56, live at 214 Fillmore St. in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. Brother Pawlak works as a stock broker in Appleton and is a past president of the Kiwanis. Looking forward to wintering in Defray Beach. Florida, Lawrence J. Plym and his wile Mary spend the rest of the year at 1231 Topinabee Rd. in Niles, Michigan. Larry is Director remarkable support. The recent and Member of the Executive and endowment gifts have added greatly Finance Committee for the American to the financial stability of the Association and we are extremely York City. fortunate to tributions. Rewarding also is receive these con the number of members who have sup ported the Association through annual dues. This has enabled the Board of Directors an opportunity to provide a new and better communication service. This issue of the Illinois Fiji marks the beginning of not only an improved service but also a Metal Climax Company, Inc. in New new period of Fiji excellence. Brent Wadsworth - President Phi Gamma Delta Association Land Development, construction and design of raw and waste water facilities in Florida has been the business of Allan F. Sindell '49 for the past 17 years. In his spare time he enjoys boating. "Obbo" and his wife Sonja Lee live at 1532 Young Avenue, Clearwater, FL. Mark S. Theilken '72, landed a job as a marketing representative with IBM. He currently lives in Springfield, Illinois at 1816 W. lies. \r\nNovember, 1973 THE ILLINOIS FIJI Welcome! New Chi lotans Chi Iota is proud to welcome into the midst 14 young men as the pledge class of 77. Under the direction of Pledge Trainer Scott McKay, Arlington Heights, '74, they have shown much spirit and concern for the house, so our future looks bright. Particular to this class is prescence of three legacies. , ..",4 sv'-V - V • the Jess Tolan, '77 from Springfield has a brother Terry now a sophomore; Larry Hampton '77, from Bartonville, * *»«• •.*/. - was influenced by his brother Terry, '72, and Gary Kapial, '77, Chicago, evidently listened well when brother Dennis, '73, sjxike of Chi lota's merits. Other members of this class include Michael McDermott and Merle Burkett from Springfield; David Riggert and Doug Glasson from Clinton; Michael Hodgsen from Pekin, Paul Havens from Normal; Steven Yount, Bloomington; Bill Amacher, Champaign, Doug Shroyer, Decatur; Steven Scott, Moline, and Michael Curran from Joliet. The semester is still young and with a strong rushing effort, to add many more new pledges to this freshman class. At a ceremony held only two weeks ago, five members of the '76 pledge class became initiated brothers in Phi Gamma Delta. These included David Fletcher and Thomas Norridge, Terry Ormsbee, Arlington Heights and Larry Newquist, Springfield. Sign of Autumn; Soph Ken Sands, Decatur, stretches for a low pass. Two Brothers - Fighting lllini The 1973 fighting lllini have found offensive halfback, but when he came the talents of two Chi Iota Fiji's in valuable on their defensive squad. Boths are in the class of 1975 and are juniors. to the varsity for his sophomore year Roy Robinson is a defensive linebacker. He played football at Notre Dame High School in Niles before coming to Illinois and joining Bob Blackmann. While at Niles he earned recognition as honorable mention all-state and won a Chicago the last six games. He pulled down four interceptions in those 6 games to place fourth in the conference. Mike also fills the capacity of punt returner and placed second in the Big Ten in 1972 in this capacity. He found a bit of fame when named a player of the After a strong freshman year, Roy immediately saw action on the Zupke week in the Northwestern - Illinois contq^t. Field as a varsity player. Although he This year Mike is off to a brillant didn't start in the first few games Roy beginning. saw plenty of action . He made the starting lineup for two games before being sidelined by a dislocated elbow for the last three games. This year Roy found a starting terceptions in 4 games to lead the Big game in which he intercepted two passes to jump to the lead of Big Ten for Big Ten play. During the next week of practice however, Roy was sidelined for three weeks with a broken hand. But he is back at full power for the renewal of the Big Ten games starting with Purdue. Mike Gow is the other lllini Star. He Successful 1973-74 Chi Iota IM Golf instantly showed his ability for the positionas he got his chance to play in Tribune Golden helmet award. berth in the 73 lllini for the Indiana team. Bob Blackman felt he would be more valuable as a defensive back. He He has made 5 in Ten in all games and is placed among the top three in the country. Although Mike depends still mostly on his "moves" on the field he dedicated himself to working out to improve his speed. Which he has shown brillinatly on several punt returns. Part of this dedication must stem from the fact that as a senior his team had only 25 players and was expected to place third in there conference but they worked and dedicated themselves to and at the end of the season had won the rank of 1st in the State of^ played his high school cereer with the Michigan. North Farmington Raiders in Michigan where he earned All State and Prep All American laurels. As a freshman with the lllini, Mike played Delta all star team for this year. Obviously both Roy and Mike are prime contenders for the Phi Gamma