Vol. CXVII, No. 2 Phi Gamma Delta, D ePauw University, Greencastle, Indiana DECEMBER , 1972 Dad's Day Features Fiji Festivities This ye ar's Dad's Day proved to be a memorable occasion for all involved. The varied activ ities include d the annual honoring of the fathers , de dication of the new wing , the Norris Pig Dinner , and the p resentation of a national charter to Lambda's Mary McCarty Club. The festivities started early Saturday morning as the undergraduate brothers greeted dads, mothers , and alumni. Formal dedication of the new wing took place later that morning. President Paul VanBooven ( '73) opened the ceremonies by expressing Lambda's appreciation to all of the de dicated alums who contributed both time and money in making the new wing a reality . Paul succinctly expressed the ch'l pter's sentiments when he commented that the brothers were overjoyed to be living under one roof again. At this point, Purple Legionnaire George H. Dirks ( '29) took over the dedication. Brother Dirks briefly recapped the problems and difficulties that had arisen since the plans for the new house were originally conceived in the 1950's: The new house project was partially realized when the front part of the current chapter house was completed in 1965. But due to a lack of funds , the original plans (which called for the construction of a U-shaped house) could not be completed. From 1965 - January , 1.971 , the brothers lived divided in the old house and the new house. In January of '71, the old house was condemned - the brothers living there were forced to move out into University-owned housing. With Lambda's brothers divided into the chapter house and three annexes, the completion of the new wing became a n ecessity. Through the diligent work of many individ ·1als , the new addition was completed in August of 1972. · Brother Dirks concluded by men- Lambda of Phi Gamma Delta tioning many of the generous and loyal alums who contributed toward the completion of the new house project. The dedication ceremony ended with everyone joining in a hearty round of clicks. Saturday afternoon Mr. William S . Zerman, Executive Secretary of Phi Gamma Delta, presented Lambda's newly founded Mary McCarty Club with their charter (see Mom's column , p. 2). Meanwhile, many of the fathers and sons ventured out to Blackstock to watch a spirited Tiger football team fall to Valpo . The Norris Pig Dinner highlighted the evening's activities. In conjunction with Dad's Day , Lambda dep 1rted sorr:ewhat from tradition bv inviting the fathers to atten d - happily , the inclusion of the cfad> served to provide them with an improved p erspective of Phi Gamma Delta and its tradition. Master of ceremonies Ray Swanson ( '29) opened the ceremony with an ease that has come from attending many Pig Dinners. Brother Swanson gave a short sketch of· the origin of the dinner and some background on the ceremony for the fathers. Next, brothers Louis Binkley ('19) and David Larivere ('75) provided the pig with a couple of wet smacks Brother Binkley kissing the snout and Brother Larivere the reverse. After dinner , Brother Larivere presented plaques to two of Lambda's most distinguished alums. Brother Binkley was recognized for his continued loyal support of Lambda chapter. Brother Dirks was cited for his efforts in spearheading the new wing project. Our featured speaker for the dinner was Mr. William S. Zerman (Michigan, '49), Brother Zerrrian delivered an inspiring speech which delve d into various aspects of the fraternal system. He dispelled the popular notion t h a t fraternities are declining in strength - fraternities h a ve died on only two campuses , while they are being re-es!ablished' (Continued on Page 4 ) \r\nPAGE 2 TIGER FIJI DECEMBER, 1972 Mary McCarty Club Chartered At Lambda Phi Gam's Prettiest Pledge Says "Fiiis No. l" With candle light flickering and the East College clock striking twelve , Susie H e ad (De lta G a m m a '73) passed through the outer portals of Phi Gamma Delta. With brothe rs Heyde ( '72) , Sinn ( '73) . and VanBoove n ( '73) looking on, Susie signed on the dotted line of the Lambda pledge form on the eve of Valentine's Day. Needless to say, the brothers w e re excited about this n e w addition to our pledge class. But, upon checking the bylaws , Lambda discove red Susie would have to be reclassifie d as an honorary pledge . Though disappointed in her change of status , Susie said Fiji is still number one. Throughout the nation, Mother's Clubs have become an integral part of fraternities. The aim of these clubs has been to assist in the education of their sons through the donation of both time and money. club was formally presented their charter on October 28, 1972 by M!". William S . Zerman, the Executive Secretary of Phi G a m m a Delta. Lambda's chapter becomes the forti eth Mary McCarty Club. Phi Gamma Delta has a unique organization which includes not only the mothers, but also the wives, daughters, sisters, and widows of all Fijis -- The Mary McCarty Club. Early in the 1930's, a group of Phi Garn mothers realized their sons had other members of the family who wished to help in the activities of the frate rnity. Hence , they formed the Mary McCarty Club which is now a national club fully recognized by the National Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta . Named after the wife of John T empleton McCarty, one of the original founders of the fraternity , the club is dedicated to assisting and encouraging the men of Phi Gamma Delta. The annual dues of the members are used to buy articles needed in the chapter. The current officers of Lambda's Mary McCarty Club are: Mrs. Myron R. Hartley- president, Mrs. George Vickery- secretary, and Mrs. Ila Mills treasurer. The idea to start a Mary McCarty Club at Lambda originated during Mom's Weekend of April , 1972. The The Mary McCarty Club has alr e ady presen ted Lambda with six n ew chandelie rs for the dining room and beautiful drape ries. All the m en of Lambda exte nd their gratitude to the club for the ir generous support. T he e ntire Lambda Chapte r exten ds it condole nces to Graduate Brothe r George H. Dirks a nd family upon the recent death of his mother , Hildegard. Mom Dirks not only served as Lambda's housemother for 1968-69 , but made numerous contributions to the surrounding community. H er death represents a loss to us all. To provide better service to the graduate chapter , w e request all graduates to complete the following form and mail to Stev e Smith , Phi Gamma D elta , Gr eencastle, Indiana 46135 Name & Class Offices Held In House Old Stories (Feel free to use more paper) Editors _____ Dane L. Hartley , '74 Bruce Morse, '74 Contributors ____ _ Doug Long, '73 Paul VanBooven , '73; Steve Smith, '76 Photographers _ Steve Vickery, '73 Rudy Sinn, '73 RUSH RECOMMENDATIONS I Time is here again when Lambda Fiji is searching for the high quality men we want in the house next year. To be able to be most effective we need the help of our Alums. If you know of any man interested in coming to DePauw next year please write us and let us know so we may contact him personally. Present Address Present Occupation Recent News Comments on Paper Other Comments \r\nDECEMBER, 1972 TIGER FIJI AS I SEE IT Lambda has improved in many ways during the last six month;;. The completion of the new wing has aided greatly in pulling the brothers together. We are especially grateful for the generous contributions of both time and money from our many loyal alumni that made this addition a reality. However, as I see it, there is a major area which needs concentration to make Lambda completely fit the requisites of a fraternity. Each one of our readers, I am sure, considers that one of Phi Gamma Delta 's chief goals is to promote scholarship. This is the reason students go to college. Although th e chapter still actively enforces quiet hours and de dicates itself to insuring that the pledges make grades , improvement is necessary. DePauw University does not publish scholarship data concerning fra ternities , sororities or dorms , but it is generally known where individual units rank . Last year Phi Gamma De lta did not rank as high as it normally does. The undergraduate chapter believes that the house should be a place where anybody can study under favorable conditions. As most of the alumni know, the front part of the house has built-in desks , bookcases and study lamps. Over the sum mer, the chapter spent $900 out of its reserve account to construct an eighteen by twelve foot study room in the southwest corner of the bumroom. It includes soundproofed walls and bright fluorescent light. The contract did not include painting, a task which has been completed by the brothers. Although the chapter would like to provide fixtures for the s t u d y in the basement a n d the individual rooms in the new wing, our financial position prohibits this. Likewise, Lambda Corporation, our house corporation, does not have funds available after completion of the new wing to finance this project. As president of Lambda , I know what loyal alumni we have always had. Few chapters at DePauw have such wonderful support. From that point of view, I hesitate to again ask for funds for capital improvement. But, if I did not think it was vitally necessary and if I did not think help would be forthcoming, I would not ask . Graduate information has been pouring in from all over the nation. Printed below are capsule summaries . For those of you who haven't written, please fill out the alumni blank provided on page 2. Keep in touch with Lambda. 1919 Brother Roy G. Niehaus writes that his present address is College Hills Apt. 245 , Portage Rd., Wooster , Ohio 44691. 1922 Earl 0. Ewan, 1519 Chevy Chase Drive , Sun City Center, Florida 33570 is presently employed as the editor of THE SuN CITY CENTER C1v1c Assoc1ATION B ULLETIN. He is still Treasure Emeritus of the Columbia Journalism Alumni- The Pulitzer School. He is also a director and past president of the Ruskin, Florida , Chamber of Commerce. Ewan attended the 50th reunion of his class in May. Prof. and Mrs. Jerome Hixson, who are building a home in Englewood, Fla. , helped him celebrate his seve nty-second birthday on October 12 also with Miss Mary Fraley of Greencastle, and Prof. and Mrs. Fred Ritchie, now of Englewood. 1928 R. F. Pfersick was one time treasurer and house manager. He is now retired from Indiana Bell Telephone Co. and resides at 54455 Fallwood Any contributions or ideas should be addressed to Mr. George H. Dirks, Indiana Mortgage Corporation, One Indiana Square, Indianapolis , Indiana , and should be earmarked for study facilities . Thank you for taking an active part in undergraduate involvement. Paul C. VanBooven , President PAGE 1 Dr ., Apt. 702 , Indianapolis, Indiana 46220. 1934 James R. Pence , 406 S. Joseph St., South Haven, Michigan 49090, presently a banker, was corresponding secretary and president while at D ePauw. 1939 Charles E. Van Nada, attorney, now lives at 123 S. Union St., Lowell , Indiana 46356 . 1946 Richard K. Welsh, 1716 N. 81 St., Scottsdale, Arizona 85257 is a selfunemployed writer. 1957 Vernon C. Dahlstrom (Secretary 1956 and Pledge Trainer 1956 and 1957) . Brother Dahlstom's new ad_dress- is- 10 815 W.- 5.3.r:cL S tr-e.et,-Sha wnee, Kansas 66203 . 1964 David P eter D eSelm , 1217 32rd St. N.W ., Washington , D .C. 20007 , is now an architect for the International Affairs Departm ent of HUD . He married Miss Jane Adamson of Arlington , Virginia , in Arlington on Septe mber 16 , 1972. DeSelm has an MA in architecture from Washington U . in Saint Louis Both Mr. and Mrs. DeSelm served two y e ars in the Peace Corp in Tunisia , North Africa. 1966 Stephen W. Hayes , 2636 N. 89th , Wauwatosa , Wisconsin was recording secretary and served on KTK while he was here. He is presently an attorney. 1967 Robert G. Palm er , PSCI , Box 4451 , APO SF 96286, president and rush chairman while at Lambda , writes that he is a lawyer in the USAF. H e was transferred from Del Rio , Texas, where he worke d with Gerry Shine. '64 , to Clark AH, in tl1e Republic of the Philippines in February of '72 for two years. ( P.S. Gerry Chapman '70 - Why did you and Palmer build the door across the hallway to the old housemother's quarters in what was then called " the castle"?) 1969 Daniel L. Swift, 1385 Merry Lane N.E. , Atlanta, Georgia 38329 is now a medical student at Emory University. 1970 John " Pat" G r a d y (the baddest pledge trainer in Lambda's history ) lives with his wife Leslie Hodson Grady (Fiji Isle Queen 1970) at 859 Allerton St., Kent, Ohio 44240 . Pat is working on his doctorate at Kent State University in urban history. Their first child is expected in December. \r\nPAGE 4 TIGER FIJI DECEMBER, 1972 FUN! .. It was a total disaster area. Chairs were overturned, puddles of milk covered the floor, and a trail of toile t paper wandered up and down the halls of the third floor and the front stairs. What was this? A wild gun battle in a hotel? No! It was m e r ely the aftermath of another free, frolicking, furious , Fiji Fun Night. Jeune Conover (on the right) offers an opponent " one last chance" of surrender before he hurts him. Phi Garn Gra pplers Cop 2nd Mesch, Conover Take Top Spots Fiji is currently holding down the number fiv e spot in the intramural standings with the season half comple ted. The highlight of the young winter season has been the second place finish recorded by the wrestling squad. Barely edged out by Sigma Chi, Phi Garn took firsts in two weight classes and a second place in a third. J ev Conover ( '74) won at 177 lbs. by defeating last year's champ 1-0. An escape in the second period provided the final margin. Winning at 190 lbs. was rookie Mike Mesch ( '76) who pinned his first two opponents and outlasted a Sigma Nu to take the title . John Sterling (' 76) took a second at 130 lbs. An exhausting semifinal match played a large factor in Sterling's final round defeat. Also wrestling for Fiji was Big Vicks (listed on the program as Steve Vickery ' 73). Exhibiting herculean strength, Big Vicks easily pinned his first round opponent. However , fate intervened in his second match and Vicks finished flat on his back. Doug Schmuldt ('76) and Walter Brennan ( '76) rounded out the squad. Phi Garn managed only a sixth in ping pong. Playing for the team were Ed Martin ( '73) , Randy Sinn ( '73), Lennie Blevins ('74) , Schmuldt, Dwight Rounds ('76) , Chris Doran ( '75) , and Set Swanger ( '75) . In the recently completed football season Fiji took fifth place with a 4-2 record . A disputed call in the battle against Phi Psi cost us a playoff spot. We missed the playoffs, but got the ref later in the parking lot. In golf, the Fiji linksters relinquished their crown and took a disappointing fourth. D ubbing for Phi Garn were R oun ds , B rennan, Doran , and Dane Hartley ( '7 4) . The prospects for next year's squad are bright as the entire team retu rns. E vents coming up in the winter IM season include badminton, swimming, and basketball. Veteran badminton and swimming teams should improve on last year's finishes . With three returning starters, the basketball team hopes to better its second place standing of last winter. RUSH RECOMMENDATIONS Time is here again when Lambda Fiji is searching for the high quality men we want in the house next year. To be able to be most effective we need the help of our Alums. If you know of any man interested in coming to DePauw next year please write us and let us know so we may contact him personally. We feel the house will be one of the top on campus again next year but we need to get good men in rush. The ?th Annual Fiji Fun Night featured a wild variety of talented "athletes." All were gathered for an evening when the strangest talents were give n the spotlight. In the first event, active-brother Mark Mills " chugged" to his third consecutive victory in the egg-drinking race when h e edged out Pledge Dwight Rounds by a margin that was clearly discernible to the actives present. Since Dwight lost the contest, pushups were in order. The rest of the pledges certainly didn't want to see Dwight doing them by himself, so all joined in. Next, Pledge George Row was asked to find out if a roll of toilet paper would reach from the dining room to the third floor halls and back . It did. But . . . with the new wing being paid for , money is a bit tight ; George was asked to roll the roll back up - a long way. Freshmen can NEVER pour a half glass of water and Pledge Steve Smith proved it and got a shower and a half from the overflow . PB John Sterling successfully completed a l l/2 flip with a bowl of raisin sauce ; Doug Ruud found the situation pretty sticky when he tried for a 2 lfz. More push-ups. After more fun and games featuring push-ups complete with salad dressing , cold milk , and water showers, Fiji Fun Night ended with a hearty group of pledges cleaning up. Was it fun? Well . .. Yea. (Continued from Page 1) at Berkley, Colgate , and several other universities. Brother Zerman also gave no credence to the conception that fraternities are small , group living units - but that they are groups which encourage self - improvement and active roles on campus. He credited DePauw as one of the finest fraternity schools and Lambda for her many contributions to both the community and Phi Gamma Delta. The conclusion of the Pig Dinner signalled the end of the day's activities. Lambda conveys its thanks to all those who made Dad's Day such a successful celebration.