Pot Pour Case Western Reserve University Fall, 1983 \r\nPage 2 Fall, 1983 Pot Pourri President's Letter Dear Brothers, Once again school Is In full swing. The swift pace of life here at the Phi Gam house makes It necessary to take a lit tle time to reflect on the activities over the past nine months. The '82-'83 school year ended on a high note, with the chapter's successes revealing the energies and aspira tions of the brothers. The enthusiasm of ten newly In itiated brothers was an Integral part of our chapter efforts leading to a very successful Norrls Pig Dinner In April. Under the strong leadership of the Glass of '83 we showed one of the most Imresslve Greek Week performances seen In many years. The unity of XI Deuteron was recognized campus-wide, as we were voted recipients of the 1983 Spirit Award. Fiji Island was truly a weekend of brotherhood and good times. It was an excellent culmina tion that left the seniors with fond memories, and an overall deep feeling of pride In the brothers. Stacks of files and crates signaled the arrival of a new school year, filling the air with energy as the brothers were reunited. Stories of the summer were traded, revealing the events of Fiji Academy and numerous experiences at the chapter house. Many tasks Immediately presented themselves and the brothers have once again shown their determination. Much clean-up, painting and other repairs have taken place under the direction of House Manager Gary Constant ('85). The combined efforts of the Rush and Social committees, led by Dave Kopf ('85) and Tom Glennon ('86) respectively, should result In many successful events. Among these Is our Fall Rush Dinner on October 5, at which we are expecting a good turn out of our prospec tive Freshman. The fruits of our labors will be recognized on October 12, the bid-due date. Other planned events In clude our 3rd Biannual Fiji Wild Weekend In the Woods over the second weekend In October. This will find us In the foothills of the Appalachians. On October 11 we will once again take to the streets of Cleveland dressed In San ta outfits to benefit the American Heart Association's an nual Christmas card sale. The XI Deuteron chapter would like to offer a hearty con gratulations to the Greater Cleveland 'Eta' Graduate Chapter In being co-reclplent of the 1983 Brightman Award. On this note, we wish to express our desire for In creased graduate rapport. We regret that the production of this publication was long In coming. We have made It a goal to establish future consistency In this area. You can assist us by completing our questlonaire and helping us develops an ongoing network of graduate news. Also, I would like to extend my personal Invitation for you to at tend our annual Fall Smoker to be held on Friday, November 18. From the P.L. The 1983 Fall Semester at Case Western Reserve pro mises to be a very exciting time for the XI Deuteron chapter. The brothers returned from summer vacation fill ed with enthusiasm and energy. Their rededlcatlon to ex cellence should produce a memorable semester. We recently received a visit from Field secretary Mike Lucas. He provided several suggestions to facilitate chapter Improvement. Mike enjoyed his stay Immensly, thus showing that XI Deuteron's unrlvelled hospitality still continues. The chapter Is enjoying a very successful Intramural season. We have fielded outstanding teams In football, bowling, and golf. Although participation In the Intramural program Is strongly encouraged, scholarship Is still the chapter's main concern. This attitude was recently reflected when the chapter passed a motion requiring a 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) grade average from the previous semester to earn eligibility to participate In Intramurals. Each year. Fall Semester provides another opportunity to rush prospective pledges. This fall, the chapter has con ducted and extensive rush program. The events have In cluded cookouts, parties, a camping trip, "dorm storming", and the annual Rush Dinner. The chapter's hard work and enthusiasm should produce successful results. I am quite excited about the chapter. The spirit Is high and the brothers have dedicated themselves to chapter Improvement. I look forward to reporting additional favorable accomplishments In the next publication. perge John M. Saganlch ('79) Purple Legionaire Pot Pourri: The Pot Pourri Is published by the XI Deuteron chapter of Phi Gamma Delta. As always brothers, you are Invited and encouraged to pay a visit to our house and experience a dose of our "il lustrious hospitality". Fraternally, pergel AxgEUTBOwla Patrick A. Burkhart ('84) Chapter President EDITOR — STAFF — Gerald G. Snowden Dan McCarthy John M. Matso III Chapter Officers PRESIDENT: TREASURER: RECORDING SECRETARY: CORRESPONDING SECRETARY: HISTORIAN: Patrick A. Burkhart C. Christian Winkle Christopher A. Moore Carmen TerllzzI III Steve C. Zervas \r\nGraduate Spotlight In this edition of Xi Deuteron's Pot Pourri, we spotlight our beloved brother Albert G. Williams, class of '27. At his home in Shaker Heights, brothers fVIike Jones ('86), Dave Kopf ('85), and myself enjoyed a pleasant late afternoon chat with Al. For nearly forty-five minutes we sat and talked with him as he reminisced about his days as an undergraduate brother at Xi Deuteron. Brother Williams was born in Cleveland on December 29, 1903. Shortly after, his family moved to Shaker Heights where he has remained. In 1923, he began his studies at Western Reserve University in business administration, and joined the ranks as a Fiji on February 25, 1924. Al's late brother "DIbby" was also a Xi Deuteron Fiji from the class of 1914. Al has a son Jim who is a graduate brother from Miami University, class of '66, and a daughter Gwynn. His wife is a sister in Delta Phi Upsilon sorority. Despite retiring from his job of fifty-four years as a part ner in Williams Insurance Agency just two days following our interview, Al remains quite active both fraternally and in his favorite pastime - gardening. His devotion to our chapter and others has won him great respect. His reward of sixty consecutive Norrls Pig Dinners exemplifies his sincere devotion. As a result of his loyal service to the fraternity, Al received the Distinguished Fiji Award on May 1, 1965. Later, he was given a citation for distinguished and exceptional service in May of 1977. Included in his col lection of awards are both the Gold and Silver Owls. As a brother in the house, Al was very active. He held the offices of Recording Secretary, Historian, and Correspon ding Secretary. On campus, Al was a chairman on the Inter-Fraternity Council and manager and singer in the Glee Club. After graduation, he became a Section Chief. He held this office from 1938 until 1940. In 1970 he served as general chairman of the 122nd Ekklesia, held in Cleveland. Al has attended thirteen Ekklesia and two Academies. He hopes to attend more in the future. For five years he served on the executive committee of the Phi Gamma Delta Educational Foundation. Although, as he says, he was too young to fight in World War I, and too old for World War II, Al was a member of the 107th Cavalry Na tional Guard. We asked Al if there was anyone from whom he would like to hear. After not much thought he spoke of Brother Albert H. "Bus" Crawford from the class of '25. Just before leaving, I walked around the living room ad miring Al's various awards. I admire the man not only for what all the plaques, citations, and awards say of him, but of what I had learned of Brother Williams through meeting him these few times. Al is a brother with a truly purple heart. He is definite proof that "Phi Gamma Delta is not for college days alone." Respectfully, perge Jeff Hopp ('86) iiJi Jeff Hopp chatting with Al Williams High Spirits Propel Fiji's Though Greek Week Spring semester of 1983 found Xi Deuteron completing one of its most successful Greek Weeks. The spirit and en thusiasm of the brothers was high as usual going into the first day. This tone was soon magnified by first place finishes in both the raft race and obstacle course. Throughout the week we consistently finished in the top six places of many events, including a heartbreaking loss to the Phi Delts during the semi-finals of the rope pull. The end of the week was culminated by a record-breaking first place in the beer relay. The biggest suprise came in the final event of the week - the bed race. In previous years our bed had consistently finished last, narrowly escaping be ing beaten by the sororities. This year, however, through the utilization of the wheels from our lawn mower and superb piloting by Daring Don Uttrlch ('85), our "rickety, will-it-make-it-to-the-finish-line" bed managed to place sixth. The Fiji's turned out in full force to every event, displaying exceptional brotherhood and sportsmanship. This attitude was rewarded at the awards ceremony when we were voted winners of the 1983 Spirit Award. These ef forts led to an overall 4th place finish. The '83-'84 year pro mises to be just as triumphant as Xi Deuteron is showing strong starts in the intramural program. perge Doug Taylor ('85) \r\nThe group dubbed "Quas for a day" Summer Fiji's Enjoy Graduate Hospitality A Sunday afternoon in late July was the setting for a picnic hosted by Paul Qua (DePauw '82). The event gathered some twenty Fijis in the Cleveland area, representing six chapters. The ingredients of a typical picnic were present—juicy burgers, cold brew, and softbail, but the brotherhood and excellent hospitality of Paul and his grandmother made the event exceedingly special. The en thusiasm and high spirits held by the brothers throughout the afternoon exemplified the quality of the gathering. Such an outcome seemed to be the prediction as ail ten of Xi Deuteron's summer Clevelanders were present. The undergraduate chapters at Ohio Wesieyan, Pitt, and Miami were also represented. A special thank-you must go the the graduate brothers who attended. Their abscence would have dampened the afternoon's success. Orrin Eames (Michigan '31), presi dent of the Cleveland Graduate Chapter was present along with. Bill Reid (Lehigh '51) and Don McClain (DePauw '82). Our thanks to Paul Qua, who stresses the importance of undergraduates interacting with their Graduate Chapters. He extends an invitation to ail undergraduates, both living in or just visiting the Cleveland area, to join him and the Graduate Chapter for CAC luncheons held every Tuesday To the Graduates Dear Graduate Brothers, The undergraduate brothers of the Xi Deuteron chapter of Phi Gamma Delta would like to invite you to our Fall Smoker on November 18 and alert you of our annual Frank Norris Pig Dinner in the Spring. Please join us and take part in renewing bonds of friendship and supporting the fraternity. As members of Phi Gamma Delta, graduate as well as undergraduate brothers share the timeless bonds of friendship that promote knowledge so that we ail may live in glory. The continuing relationship that exists between graduates and undergraduates is necessary for the Frater nity's ideals to flourish and be perpetuated. An open invita tion stands for everyone to stop by and visit the chapter house. You will see that we have maintained the "il lustrious hospitality" that is our house motto. Fraternally, at the University Club of Cleveland. perge! perge! Fred Fensel ('84) Van Wagner ('84) The brothers of Xi Deuteron extending their enthusiastic invitation. \r\nFall, 1983 Pages Pot Pourri From the Editor Brothers, The absence of consistency In turning out a publication has been detrimental to our graduate relations. We hope by correctly Implementing the program this year, a tradi tion of fine publications will carry on Into the future. The approach we have tried to follow Is one of a liaison; recon necting the separated links In our chain. In turn, this pro cess can not be completed by us alone. Your cooperation In returning the questlonaire and attending graduate events Is Imperative. Without this type of Interaction our efforts are In vain; for as In everything, teamwork Is the key to success. We take great pride In relntroducing you to the Pot Pourri and hope you find It enjoyable. Fraternally, Distinguished Fiji Award Recipient perge The Xi Deuteron chapter of Phi Gamma Delta would like to extend congratulations to John W. Berkley (Allegheny '11) In being the recipient of the 1982-83 Distinguished Fiji Award, Brother Berkley graduated from the Western Gerald G. Snowden ('85) Editor Reserve Law School In 1914. The above picture shows John receiving his award from Cleveland Graduate Chapter president Orrin Eames (Michigan '31). John was awarded this honor on his 94th birthday - September 2, 1983. Previously this year he had received his Diamond Owl Award. Triple congratulations to John. Thanks go to Brother Eames for the picture and Information. Fijiland of the Lost Brothers, Please aid us In our search for "lost brothers." The following Is a list of brothers whose whereabouts have escaped us. If you have any Information on them please In clude It In the questlonaire. Class Brother Fijis in and Around Cleveland Edmund G. Norwick Jr., from the graduating class of 1942 recalls serving as "pledge master". Known to his friends as "Chief", he participated on the varsity track team. Ed has 2 children, one currently at Ohio State. He would like to say "hi" to Don Maddrel. William H. Thompson, Is a former president of XI Deuteron who graduated with the class of '42. He Is currently mar ried and has 3 children, ages 19, 28, and 29. His son plays defensive tackle for Kenyon. Herbert N. Putnam, nicknamed "Putt" by his friends. Is now living In Shaker Heights, OH. While he was a Fiji at Western Reserve, he held the office of president. He Is now married and has 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Brother Putnam, a graduate of the class of 1944, would like to say "hi" to all of his classmates. Paul F. Gillian, from the class of 1950 practices dentistry and currently resides at 3018 Washington Blvd. In Cleveland Heights. He Is expecting to receive his Silver Owl soon. Paul Is settled with a wife and 6 children. Donald Gilbert, a graduate of the class of 1951, now makes his home at 3827 Bridgevlew Rd., S. Euclid, OH. Brother Gilbert, a varsity wrestler during his undergraduate years, now works as an Industrial engineer. He Is married and has 3 children. He wishes to know the whereabouts of fellow classmate Bob Bensor. Russel D. Squire Robert N. Allen Robert J. Baker John R. Halstead Richard M. Hauserman Glenwood F. Miller Marvin G. Gardner James D. Haupt Roy G. Nevling Carl A. Larson Jr. Richard S. Hornack Russel J. Keeler Donald Bender Thomas 0. Durbin Jr. Charles E. KInney John K. Baker Michael R. Ray Michael E. Heinbuch Shun R. Kanda John E. McGuIre Timothy E. Aho Dale H. Rice Christopher W. Malllefert Allan R. Bloomfield Alfred A. Budka Terrence McNulty \r\nPot Pourri DO YOU REMEMBER? PROPERr)' i\^ i If you recognize this "brother"?, Please let us know. We are curious! Xi Deuteron Chapter of Non-Profit Org. U. S. Postage Phi Gamma Delta PAID 11317 Beiifiower Rd. 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