MARi 0}s^7 llljj the « ssu SIGMA NU CHAPTER OF ^SYRACUSE PHI GAMMA DELTA // UNIVERSITY SYRACUSE, NEW YORK MARCH, 1977 From The President. . . Fiji Enjoys Continued Prosperity Our nation's worst energy crisis ever is causing many fuel shortages in central New York, but "the lodge" at Syracuse is definitely not out of gas. As in past years, psyche was not one of our weaker points. Every brother was eager and ready to start the new year. Homecoming, our final big social event for '76, lived up to its reputation. Despite a loss to Navy on the gridiron, the Phi Gamms enjoyed the post game celebration. The Heidelberg, band party, beer, alums, and friends are just part of what has become a tradition at the lodge. I wish all brothers could have made it. Elections were held just prior to Christmas break with many new faces emerging as the new house leaders. President — John Lustig Treasurer — Michael button Recording Secretary — Jay W. Wason Corresponding Secretary — William Ashland Will you be in the picture this year? We want everyone to cele brate Sigma Nu's 76th Anniversary with us this year at the Norris Pig Dinner — April 2. Historian — Michael Cee Social Chairman — Robert Leavitt Speaking for the cabinet and myself, I hope we will continue the prosperity Sigma Nu has been enjoying in past years. We Sigma Nu Celebrates 76th Year would appreciate any positive criticism which may help us in At Norris Pig Dinner continuing this reign on the hill. One of the best improvements this year is the newly ad mitted pledges from fall semester. These guys, in the short time they have been with us, have more than pulled their weight. They ve been taking an active part in community relations; Interfraternity Council, rush, intramurals and the overall mechanics of the house. I hope future rushes bring in men of equally high caliber. In mentioning rush, Dcwey Yeager, our rush chairman, has just started our spring program. As things are starting to unwind, it looks like it might be a slow rush. We would like to ask the help of any alumni knowing of a present or future student who might be interested. Just drop us a note and we would be more than happy to get in touch with him. This past Christmas it was our misfortune that two greatly contributing members of our house graduated. Thomas Craney and Stewart Weinberger. Both these men will be missed greatly and the house extends best wishes to them,"they'll need it." The social event of the year, "Fiji Island," is about to take place on February 25 and it's planned to be a blowout. Being at Lake Placid for probably the last time, Bobby Leavitt and Terry Herrman made sure the people at Lake Placid won't forget us. This year's island will be held at the newly constructed Howard John son, fully equipped with indoor pool, sauna, and cable T.V. With the expected number of alumni and the winter we've been April 2 On April 2 Sigma Nu Chapter of Phi Camma Delta will hold its 76th Norris Pig Dinner. This year's guest speaker will be Tony Gabriel, a graduate of our own chapter who is playing football in the Canadian Football League. Brother Gabriel played for the Grey Cup champion Ottawa Rough Riders; was also voted outstanding player in the CFL. Our whole chap ter is happy to have Tony come back to S.U. for the dinner. This year's activities will begin on Friday, April 1, with a small party in the lodge to give the graduate brothers a time to reunion and discuss "the good old days." Saturday will them with a chance to see the lodge and get acquainted undergraduate brotherhood. Then on Saturday evening will be the Pig dinner, a fine meal prepared by our own Mr. Paul Kavalos. Events of the evening will include presentation of awards such as the silver and gold owls for 25 and 50 year mem bership, the Outstanding Alumni Award, and the Outstanding Senior award. Then comes the highlight of the evening when the neophytes "meet" the pig. A big party is to follow which can be enjoyed by all. So make plans now to attend the 76th anniversary of the Pig Dinner. The brotherhood is psyched to make it one of the best ever. See you there. having, this should be one winter weekend to remember. The brothers would like to extend their deepest thanks to the House Corporation, not only for helping us with our fund raising for our cook's wife, Adele's, eye operation, but also for always being willing to bend over backwards whenever we're in need of help or advice. Some of the past and upcoming house improvements which are made possible by the House Corpora tion are: new wet and dry vacuum cleaner, new pool table (Cont. page two) \r\nPAGE TWO THE ORANGE FIJI THE ORANGE FIJI Published regularly by the. Sigma Nu Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta of Syracuse University for its members and friends. News contributions and pictures are welcome at all Eyes For Adele — A Big Success times and should be sent to Alumni Records Office, P.O. Box 117, University Station, Syracuse, NY 13210. On January 21, 1977, Sigma Nu held a raffle to help pay for a cataract operation for Adele (Abby) Kovalos. Abby, wife of our chef, Paiil, was in desperate need of such an operation in December, 1976. The house corporation voted to pay for the Treasurer Cites Smooth Operation Prior to running for Treasurer I was a bit querulous about the nature of the position. Even though I was introduced to and prepared for the position of Treasurer, I still had my doubts and apprehensions. As with any cabinet position, a sense of respon sibility and leadership, jdong with the difficulty which accom entire operation, which was in excess of $1,100. This was given to the Kovalos as a Christmas gift. The brothers wanted to do more than just bank on the house corporation's good graces, so the idea of a raffle came up. The prize was $75 worth of "Cheer," high quality liquor. This endeavor netted the cause $450. Although I had previously held a cabinet position and had had a good idea what would be involved, I was not sure I wanted Dr. Uri Doolittle (Sigma Nu '34), an eye specialist, donated his services to perform the operation. The brothers, in addition to selling raffle tickets throughout the campus, volun teered their services to Brother Doolittle for a group project to clean up and make ready his summer camp in Tully, NY,this spring. Unselfishly, Dr. Doolittle, the House Corporation, and the brothers, all pitched in to help someone the entire "lodge" to accept the fact that more of a burden would be thrust upon loves. panies this honor, must be dealt with. It is the latter fact to which I allude. me as second in seniority. But in talking the situation over with the old cabinet, especially Stuart Weinberger '76, our former Treasurer, I came to realize I wanted to represent Fiji as Trea Respectfully submitted, KurtJ. Stiefken '77, Raffle Chairman surer. So far the experience has been rewarding for me. Aside from the fact that costs are rising, especially gas and electricity, with an impending rise in the cost of living, the operations of the fraternity have been fairly smooth. With the assistance of a House Corporation spearheaded by Peter Hubbard and Charles Gray continued success and good will is insured. Fraternally, Michael F. Sutton, Treasurer President — Continued covering, freezer for the kitchen, storm windows, and fire and smoke detectors required by the new fire codes. Our best getwell wishes are extended to Peter Hubbard, the House Corpora tion President,following his recent operation. Without Pete, many recent accomplishments could not have been done. In the kitchen, Mr. Paul's cooking is better than ever and he's always ready to do more than his share. Paul is always cooking up something for house parties, rush and probably the Pig Dinner this year. Paul is the main reason that all the guys have been watching the scales for upcoming Fiji Island, for his cooking has really put on the weight. Finally, we invite all alumni to stop in and visit us. We would be more than happy to see you and offer you a bit of Paul's cooking and a few of the house refreshments. So please do stop by or write and let us know how you're doing. Thank you. John Lustig Rush party. Phi Gamm Alumni News MICHAEL J. PETER '70, as Proprietor of Club Produc tions International, Inc., and Red Lion Pubs of Florida, Inc., has night clubs in Memphis, Tennessee, two in Orlando, Florida and a new one on the drawing boards for Jacksonville. "It seems only fitting that the original streaker would eventually open a topless club, which has been our newest addition," writes "Deater." (1916 S. Rio Grande, Orlando, FL 32805) * JOHN L. BRUCH,JR.'44/'47 writes that he enjoyed im mensely the 75th Anniversary of Sigma Nu,but wishes it would be possible to get everyone in the reunion photograph identified. John is president of an independent insurance agency in Muncy, Pa. His eldest daughter, Susan, finished New England College, married, and lives in Palmyra, Virginia. His son,John III, is a * * WILLIAM V. HAGGFRTY,JR.'70 was recently made General Manager of Pyramid Brokerage Company, a firm in volved in commercial and residential real estate and also proper ty management. (108 Hatherley Rd., Syracuse, NY 13224) * * * "We enjoy living in Virginia and would like to hear firom junior at Washington & Lee University, Lexington, Va. Ann, his youngest daughter, is a freshman at St. Lavirrence University, anyone traveling south," writes KARL LOMBFL '72. "We are right off Interstate 81." Karl is the Head Football coach and in Canton, NY. When he took Ann to Canton, he met JOHN Admissions Director at Massanutten Academy in Woodstock, Virginia. Karl is married to the former Sally Ryder (KKG), GREEN '46, a professor of biology there, "our first 'reunion' in many years. My daughter reports that his courses on water fowl management (?) are among the most popular at S.L. Uni a newspaper reporter who has her own column "and gets more beautiful every year." Karl and Sally have two children, Heidi versity — students have to be turned away." (521 S. Main St., Muncy,PA 17756) 2/4, and Karl Patrick, 4 months old. (P.O. 2, Woodstock, VA 22664) \r\nTHE ORANGE FIJI PAGE THREE Brothers On Varsity & Club Teams Again Sigma Nu has brothers participating on Syracuse University varsity and club sport teams. In the varsity sports Bill Bater '78 and Sims McGrath '80 are stroking for the Intramurals — Fiji In 3rd Place For Trophy nationally ranked crew team. New brothers Phil Whiting '80 and Rick Petricca '80 are playing for one of the nation's top- As the second semester commences, Fiji is in third place ranked lacrosse teams. Also brother Kurt Stiefken '77 is a mem in the fraternity division with 124 points,just ten points out of ber on the 17th ranked westling team, but was sidelined with a broken nose, for which he will undergo surgery in late February. first place. Ihe lackluster performances of the first semester left Fiji with many second and third place finishes. In club sports, brotliers Keith F. Loeb '77 and Bobby The most recent event was the ski meet. Our B and A Dean '78 have taken over the reins of coaching for the women's lacrosse team and anticipate a winning season. Incidently, both brothers are past members of the varsity lacrosse team. Brother teams finished fifth and sixth, respectively. Our biggest problem was not the course, but equipment, illnesses and officials. One Van Bockus '79 is a stalwart defenseman on S.U.'s club hockey only to have a binding break in the last fifteen yards of the course. By rights, Steve Jennison '77 should never have left the lodge. He skied commendably for a person with a 102 fever. Brother Sheehan '78 skied well with the exception of an official yelling at him in the middle of his run, causing him to stop and finish disappointingly. The attitude around the lodge is one of pure optimism. The defending fraternity champion B team and runner-up A team. Rounding out the field are Dennis Sheehan '78 and Kurt Stiefken who play rugby. Kurt is the president of the powerful S.U. rugby team. And one final note, brother Leigh Harrison '76 is an assis tant tennis pro at a local club here in Syracuse. We wish the best of luck to all these brothers. Respectfully submitted, Kurt Stiefken '77, Keith F. Loeb '77 of our new brothers. Rick Petricca '80, had an excellent race team are practicing every day for the basketball tournament. With the departure, finally, of brother Tom Graney '7614 our A team will look to some other established players, specifically, From Alumni brothers Harrison, Doolittle, Sutton, Knouse,sun-tanned Burkholder and new brother hot-shot Lance Steinhart. The B team ADELBERT P. BURRETT '28 is President and Treasurer, H.C. Ehlers Co., Retail Home Furnishings, Dunkirk, New York. He also serves as a furniture manufacturers representative for New York state, Ohio,and Alabama. (66 New Amsterdam Ave., Buffalo, NY 14216) * ♦ * JUDSON M. ROSENGRANT '24 writes that his wife died in June, 1975. As a widower he is doing his own housekeeping and cooking, and works part time. He follows sports closely, especially the Buffalo Bills. (180 Ashland Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222) ♦ ♦ * CARL E. CORBIN '58 is Vice President — Sales of ArnottBennis Inc., a Division of Morse-Diesel, Inc. His home address is 401 East 81st, NY, NY 10028. * * * "My son Howard is in his second year of residency in orthopedic surgery at Upstate Medical School, Syracuse," writes HOWARD F..MILLER '42. "My son Mitchell is at Syracuse's Maxwell Graduate School this year working for his Masters of Public Administration degree, while on leave from his position will house many dependable shooters and much-needed rebounders. The shooters will be older brothers Ashland, Loeb, Ambras and Wicks. The rebounders, new and old brothers, are Steve (Kareem-Abdul)Jennison and six-foot four-inch Dan (the Rocket) Rowe. These brothers make up the nucleus of a wellrounded and deep team. Others on the team include brothers Hetke, Lown, Yeager, Maclntyre and Gee. The rest of the semester includes sports in which Fijis have been, and still are, strong. Volleyball (2nd place 1976) should give Fiji much needed intramural points toward the coveted trophy. Other up-coming sports include swimming, water polo, horse-shoes, track and field and riflery. We look for a strong finish and if we finally start to get some breaks that we did not get last semester, the intramural trophy. The achievement of an unprecedented third trophy in as many years is sometlfing many of the older brothers hope for. It would truly be a fitting mem ory for the seniors, who have given their hearts to Fiji's intra mural program over the past four years, and an inspiration for the younger brothers to carry on Fiji's tradition as an intramur al powerhouse at S.U. Respectfully submitted Keith Franklin Loeb '77 Intramural Chairman as Budget Examiner, New York State Division of Parks & Recre ation. My wife Peg has reduced her workload to half-time, as Editor of Publications at SUNY at Albany to become a fulltime freshman student at Albany Law School. She was S.U.'42 Chi Omega." "Red" is the First Deputy Director, New York State Division of the Budget. The Millers live at 118 Westchester Dr. N. Delmar, NY 12054. * * * "It is wonderful to again hear periodically from and about WALTER T. ZIMDAHL,JR.'68 writes that TONY GAB RIEL '71, No. 77 of the Ottawa Rough Riders, received the most valuable Canadian player award for the CFL on Nov. 29 after the Grey Cup game. "He led the league with 72 catches this year and caught the winning TD pass with less than ten seconds to go in the game to win 23 to 20 against Saskatche wan." (12D South Creek Court, East Amherst, NY 14051) Sigma Nu Chapter," writes ROBERT J. SWACKHAMER '22. "The active chapter deserves a lot of credit and the support of all the brothers who are still around. I am on the mailing list of the new chapter at Clemson University. 1 enjoy getting their reports and it has been encouraging to see their progress and CHARLES W. FREUDENBERG '37 reports that he has been on sick leave from his corporate duties (Secretary-Man ager—Internal Audit, General Adjustment Bureau, Inc.) since It has been a slow process since the low spot in 1974. We went north to Schenectady and Amsterdam in September. 1 received March 3, 1976, at which time he suffered a ruptured aortic aneuryism, followed by a hetu"t attack on May 13th. Chuck expects to retire in March 1979, at the age of 65, after thirty years of service. "Two of my three daughters are graduates of S.U. and were members of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority; all three my 50 year Masonic pin and certificate." (600 Lakewood Road, Apt. 246, Hendersonville, NC 28739) daughters are happily married and we have six grandchildren, all boys." (11 Tanglewood Court, Greenlawn, NY 11740) know that 1 ve been a part of it." Bob says that he and Mattie have had a quiet year — "1 have improved a great deal physically. \r\nPAGE FOUR THE ORANGE FIJI News of Alumni PHILIP W. LARSON '64 is industrial relations manager with Proctor & Gamble's Paper Products Co. in Green Bay, Wis consin. "My wife, Mary Lou, and I are enjoying our family and the Green Bay area. We have three children, Maureen 7, Tonja 4, and Colleen, one month. This past summer we built a log cabin vacation home in northern Wisconsin. We found the task to be a lot of hard work (peeling logs — ugh!), a great family experience, and a most satisfying project. We would like to see any Fijis who visit Wisconsin." In a P.S. to CHARLIE GRAY,"Waif" adds: "I'm delighted to see that you are still active and contrib uting to the Sigma Nu Fijis ...If you ever come west, please come see us." (310 Roselawn Blvd., Green Bay, WI 54301) ♦ ♦ * SHERWOOD JOHNSON '35 writes: "I'm just writing to thank you for the latest Orange Fiji. I am certain that all the Fiji alumni appreciate your efforts in this direction — even though they don't express it in writing. Keep it up." (Valley Stream, A 103, Cowpath Rd. & Line St., Lansdale, PA 19446) * * * "I left the advertising agency to join WROC-TV in March (1976)," writes BOB KAPLAN '73. "I'm spending as much free time as possible playing golf or tennis and coaching basket ball at the Rochester JCC in the winter ...but mostly enjoying married life with Patti. Unfortunately, I've been out of contact with a lot of the brothers. I have talked with DAVE COMPTON, and he's been filling me in on the Phi Gamms living in the Syra cuse area." (60 Whitney Ridge Rd., Rairport, NY 14450) ♦ ♦ ♦ ALEX D. TRUMBLE '30 retired in 1975 after 44 years with the Niagara Frontier Transit System. "Butch" and his wife, Gerry (Syracuse '32), have a grown son and a daughter, both married, and two grandsons. (141 Leicester, Buffalo, NY 14217) * * * ANDREW H. MERCER,JR.'20 writes that two other Sigma Nu Fijis live at "Sun City Center, The Award Winning Adult Community;" EMERSON M. RAYNOR,and WESLEY P. MONTGOMERY,both Class of '21. (711 Cypress Place, Sun City Center, FL 33570) * * The Detroit Photographic Guild awarded CHARLES R. STERLING '67 a first place in nature photography for the year 1975-76. "Tuna" traveled throughout various parts of the country last year giving seminars on malaria research. He is an assistant professor in the department of comparative medicine, Wayne State University School of Medicine. The Sterlings have a daughter, Kristin, born November 25, 1975. (30163 Rock Creek Dr., Southfield, MI 48076) * * * "Suggestions in 'Horo's Name The Baby Contest' are being accepted at this address: Rte. 1, Box 23-0, Thompson, CT 06277," MARC P. EISEN '76 wrote last December. "So far the top entries are 'Sam W. Cobra' and 'Tillie Hutchinson.' First place name will receive a personally Monogrammed Royal Pur ple Diaper, with a special surprise inside! Enter by midnight tonight so you don't forget!" The baby is expected this March. "Horo" is working as an electronics manufacturer's representa tive (C.K. Wall Co., Inc.) covering all of New England and part of New York State. "So far, sales have been better than I had anticipated and 1 hope it continues." Marc and Cathy live at the address mentioned above. * ♦ * Retired from practice,"Doc" MARTIN R. MESICK '28 enjoys living on beautiful Tully Lake just south of Syracuse. He says he sees "the DOOLITTLE boys" frequently. (15 Hoff man Rd., Tully, NY 13159) FRANCIS M.JEFFE '34 writes that he enjoys the Orange Fiji newsletter. He and his wife Jean (Syracuse KKG '34) are both in good health and have retired to a life of leisure. They have three children and eleven grandchildren. "We have a second home at Seagate Colony Virginia Beach. The welcome mat is out to all Fijis at either location," writes Fran. (295 Elmwood Ave., East Aurora, NY 14052) Mrs. ROBERT P. BUTLER writes that her husband ('31), a dentist, afflicted for the past seventeen years with Parkinson's Disease, has been confined to a veterans' hospital for nearly a year. "Had he been in good health all these years he would have participated and kept in touch with all the alumni. Con tinued good wishes to all Fijis." The Butlers' home address is 417 Winthrop St., No. 13, Torrington, CT 06790. * "I saw WES WARREN '48 in Sarasota last year," writes KENNEDY SHAW '50,"and visited BOB DOTY '50 in Con necticut last summer." Ken is Executive Director of Mass. League of Cities and Towns, and lives at 324 Shawmut Ave., Last August JAMES R. McGRATH '61 joined four others to form an electronic components manufacturers representative firm (Lectromech, Inc.). "We handle five lines and our initial Since July 1976 LORNE S. WADDELL '42 has been Pub lic Information Director for the Better Business Bureau of Metropolitan New York, 257 Park Avenue South. Larry's 21year-old daughter Janet is completing her senior year in fine arts forecasts look very promising." The McGraths have two daugh ters, Kimberly 8 and Kellie 4; Sharon (Jim's wife) plans to open a flower/card shop when both girls are in school full time. "Last year I was asked to join the U.S. Power Squadron. Between boating and flying (also belong to Quiet Birdmen) my weekends are really busy,"Jim writes. The McGraths moved from Syracuse to get out of snow and cold weather: 5573 N. at Alfred University. His wife is the former Jean Manier, S.U. Semoran Blvd., Winter Park, FL 32792. Boston, MA 02118. * * * '42, Kappa Alpha TTieta, and she is working part-time as a secre tary. (59 Lovett Avenue, Little Silver, NJ 07739) * * * * * * JAMES J. DURYEA '70 writes that he is a new member CHARLES E. MILLS,Jr.'60 built his own house on the Seneca River where he can watch the crews go by in the spring and fall. Vice President of Syracuse Alumni Rowing Associa of the Pennsylvania bar, and practicing in general law with his father who "with regrets was a '39 S.U. Delta Upsilon." His wife, Ane Marie Kis Duryea, is presently eastern region Food Systems Manager for Dietary Products. "If any Fijis have need tion, Chuck keeps his hand in rowing by officiating at the sprints for advice and products for institutional kitchens, please contact at Princeton and IRA in June. Chuck sells staples and stapling instruments for Auto Suture Co.(Div. U.S. Surgical) to surgeons for surgical procedures, his territory being all north country to Plattsburgh, and Binghamton to Watertown. (3989 Elmcrest Rd., Liverpool, NY 13088) apartment confines of Chicago, the Duryeas are now "embark ing into home ownership in a 65-year-old carriage house. We would enjoy contact by brothers in the Philadelphia area." (245 Sugartown Rd., Devon, PA 19333) Ane Marie, toll free 800-631-5625." Having left the high rise \r\nPHI GAMMA delta FRATERNIT0 "The Orange Fij^'comes out regularly. Your Alumni Records Office news Is Important to us and we would like to hear from you before the publication of the Box 117 University Station Syracuse, New York 13210 next issue. NICKNAME NAME OCCUPATION RETURN TO ADDRESS AT THE LEFT. FIRM HOME ADDRESS BUSINESS ADDRESS Are these addresses new? What's new with you, your job, your family or anything else? 'ihat do you hear from other Fijis? Date filled out; CLASS \r\ntf ir-.i )! MAR 29 1377 '?? SIGMA NU OF PHI GAMMA DELTA Seventy-sixth Annual Norris Pig Dinnef*'' ^ -■ Bcira liiitiii- -: .'Ti 7" '1 ... vy,,\iii • been more impressed with a player, on the field and off, than X have with Gabriel, and it is not accident that I've never heard anyone.**' ever say anything but good about Gabriel." It Is In this spirit that we proudly welcome Brother Tony Gabriel b to Sigma Nu. Bradley D. Myerson '77 \r\nmm SIGMA NU CHAPTER 732 Comstock Avenue Syracuse, New York 13210 MAR2 9W77 :M March 7, 1977 (I. Dear Fellow Fiji: It's once again time for the annual Norris Pig Dinner at Sigma Nu Chapter. This year, we are honored to have Tony Gabriel, the star of the Canadian Football League, as our guest speaker. On Friday, April 1, there will be a small party here at the Lodge, 732 Comstock Ave,, starting at 8:30. On Saturday, brunch will be served from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. We will have an open bar, starting at 5 p.m., with dinner at 7 p.m. The charge for the dinner is $10. If you think you will be attending (we invite every brother to attend), please fill out the slip below and re turn it to me. Thank you, and hopefully we'll see you here on April 1 and 2. Fraternally, Robert M. Dean Pig Dinner Chairman Return to: Robert M. Dean Phi Gamma Delta 732 Comstock Ave. Syracuse, N.Y. NORRIS PIG DINNER RESERVATION Count me in for 13210 _April 1, informal party beginning at 8:30 p.m. _April 2, brunch, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. _April 2, open bar at 5 p.m. NAME ADDRESS NORRIS PIG DINNER, 7 p.m. CLASS