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THIRD ANNUAL BIKE-A-THON

ROLLS TO SUCCESS!Chi Zeta's third annual Bike-a-thon for Easter Seals was held

on April 4th and 5th, and was a big success...so much so that thetotal amount collected was double that of last year! This year thechapter was joined by riders from Beta-Tau Zeta of Western Illinois University and from Beta-Omicron Zeta of Illinois State inthe 250 mile downstate trek. Total pledges and donations reachedover $3100.00.

The kickoff for the event was held Thursday night at theChapter house, with local T.V. and radio coverage. Early the nextmorning, the brothers set out on the first leg of their journey.From Champaign they peddled their way through beautiful springweather to Decatur. After a police escort through the city, theriders joined with their brothers from the other two Zetas outsideSpringfield for the rally downtown.

As the riders arrived at the Old Capitol Mali in Springfield,they were greeted by Easter Seal officials, youth groups, localbusinessmen, and politicians, as well as the local press. In attendance at the rally were Mrs. Dan Walker and her son. Will, who waspresented with Bike-a-thon T-shirts. Also present was State Sena-

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Champaign Mayor Virgil Wikoff helps with the local kick-off.

Joe Janessee, Mrs. Dan Walker, Will Walker, Paul Horning (X1003), andSen. John Davidson attend the Springfield rally.

tor John Davidson and Illinois Easter Seal Vice-President, joeJanessee, who addressed the gathering crowd. Following a banquet given in their behalf, the riders bedded down at the SafariCampground of Chatham, Illinois, as the guests of Brad Bucklinand his parents.

At dawn on Saturday, the ridersset off on the last 100 milesof their ride. The journey ended that afternoon at the SouthernIllinois University campus at Edwardsville, where politicians andmembers of Youth for Easter Seals welcomed the chapters.Among those present were state representatives Joseph Lucco andEverett Steele. That night a party was given for the weary group,by Mr. and Mrs. John Crook jr.

The chairman for this year's Bike-a-thon was John "Howie"Rynkar, X995, who was assisted by Dale Miller, X985. In chargeof the rallies were John Crook Ml, X 980, at Edwardsville andPaul Horning II, X1003, at Springfield. Paul was also the leadingfund raiser, raising over $500, for which he received as a prize oneof the bicycles ndden.

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BIKE-A-THON ROLLS (continued)

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State Senators Everett Steele and Joseph Lucco greet riders at Edwards-ville.

The men of Lambda Chi were very happy with and proud ofthe outcome of this year's project. Support from the localitiesinvolved, the campus area, the other Illinois chapters participating, and even our alumni members have helped to make eachyear's ride bigger and better. As a result, mixed with the exhaustion and pride at the ride's end was a feeling that next year'sBike-a-thon will be better yet!

COLEMAN SPEAKS

AT FOUNDER'S DAY

BANQUETIllinois Athletic Director Cecil Coleman was a timely main

speaker at the newly reinstated Founder's Day Banquet held onWednesday, April 2. Only an hour after former Head lllini CoachGene Bartow accepted the U.C.L.A. post, Coleman and his wifejoined some of the local alumni for a short get-together before

Athletic Director Cecil Coleman speaks at Founder's Day Banquet.

the roast beef dinner in the Lambda Chi dining room. After dinner, Coleman spoke briefly about the workings and finances ofthe Athletic Association. He also answered questions about theIllinois sports program, including the candidates for the new basketball coach, the status of the proposed varsity hockey team andwomen's athletics. Chapter Advisor Marv Vawter, M.C. for thebanquet, also presented John Crook Jr. of Edwardsville with aLambda Chi Alpha Special Recognition Award for all the help hehas given the Chi Zeta for the last three years.

The Founder's Day Banquet was held to commemorateLambda Chi's second national assembly, in which the major spiritual basis of the fraternity was formulated. The actual date ofthe Assembly was March 22, 1913, but due to this year's Eastervacation, the April 2nd date was picked. Alumni Chairman MikeLembke, who planned and coordinated this year's banquet, hopesthat this will be an annual affair for the alumni to visit Chi Zeta

and help in celebrating Lambda Chi Alpha's most important day.

OURTHANKS!

The brothers of Chi Zeta would like to acknowledge andthank the following brothers who have contributed their 1975Annual Dues:

Anderson, Russel M. X955

Bates, Gardner O. X346Bolz, John Edward X726

Corley, Robert N. X591

Derhs, George F. Jr. X609Dewitt, Robert W. X578

Drescher, Daniel J. X963

Eberhart, Robert C. X653Fietsam, Robert C. X573

Fisher, Edwin J. X314Gall, Franl< C. X215Gibson, Robert K. X696

Gibson, William S. X652Goetzmann, John Paul X939Gonseth, Jules E. Jr. X241Gordon, Harry Donald X634Gronner, Bruce Curt X852

Grosse, Glen X577

Hillstrom, George D. X208

Horning, Paul W. II XI003

Hostetler, J. Craig X894Jahnke, John C. X585

Jerch, Richard A.

Johanson, Martin Enar X731Jordan, Ralph W. X173Kleppin, Fred X237

Klippel, Gustav C. X14

Linn, Arnold J. X381Livermore, Col. R.L. X582

Long, Daniel A. X927Mackie, Thomas B. X207

We really appreciate yourthis newsletter and the other

ation possible. Thank you!

McKinstry, Bruce L.Miller, Donald E.Niccum, Homer E.

Nunemaker, Richard A.O'Brien, James J. Jr.Pamel, N.C.Plote, Donald E.

Prebil, Richard L,Quaintance, Robert F.

Rasmussen, Robert W.Rhyne, G. Trent

Salogga, Richard A.Sanders, Bill DeeSchwitz, Peter J. Jr.

Simpson, Arthur R.Smith, William D.

Smykal, RalphStallman, William E.

Stanford, Clark F.

Stih, Robert A.Strang, William J.

Stuever, Fred RayTapscott, Charles C.

Tebben, Robert Dave

Vaughn, Rufus E.Wandell, Jeffrey A.

Weber, Charles R.Wilson, Robert L.Wyne, Ervin E.

help; it is your support that makesfunctions of your Alumni Associ-

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ALUMNI BOARD

HOLDS SPRING MEETINGThe Board of Directors of the Alumni Association held its

spring meeting at the Chapter House on April 12, 1975. PresidentBill Stallman presided with Directors jeffWandell, Bob Corley,Russ Anderson, Glenn Grosse, Larry Prast, Glenn Gray, MikeLembke and Marv Vawter also present.

The main item of business discussed was the future of theAnnex. University officials have recommended replacement ofthe Annex and the Alumni Board agrees that either major improvement or replacement is necessary. After considerable discussion, the Board gave approval to conduct some preliminary planning of a replacement structure on the existing Annex site. Thegeneral idea is to build a structure having a maximumcapacity of20 men and be so designed to be dependent upon the main Chapter House for eating and meeting facilities. Studies will also bemade as to other replacement facilities that might be available.

Treasurer Bob Corley announced that he has accepted afaculty position at the University of Georgia and would be awayfrom Champaign for at least one year. Brother Russ Andersonwas appointed interim Treasurer of the Alumni Association, effective July 1, 1975, to replace Bob in his absence.

iFuture of the Annex is uncertain.

The reports of the Chapter and Alumni Association indicatedsound fiscal conditions in all respects. Concern was noted on thelack of Alumni Dues Payments this year. Brother Stallman willsend a follow-up letter to all members who have not yet paidtheir 1974—1975 dues.

It was agreed that the gradual renovation of the 209 EastArmory facility would continue with additional electrical wiringand outside painting to be completed this summer. New stairwaycarpeting is also to be installed as soon as practical.

Plans were also reviewed for the fall Homecoming activities.The date will be October 18, 1975, with the Purdue footballgame providing the main attraction. Brother Lembke indicatedplans to emphasize attendance by the 1945—1955 graduates. Itwas also noted that Brother Ralph Smykal enjoyed Homecomingso much last year that he has already ordered hisfootball ticketsfor this year. Brother Lembke accepted thischallenge and agreedto make this year's Homecoming even better than last year —ifthat's possible.

CHI ZETA NEWS BRIEFS

CHI ZETA INSTALLS EASTERN ILLINOIS COLONY

On March 9, Chi Zeta had the privilege of installing a newcolony at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. The colonywas started at the beginning of February by our National Headquarters, and the new members were educated by a chapter consultant and their faculty advisor from the University. The colonywill receive their charter in two years, provided they have met therequirements of National. The University of Illinois RitualTeamtraveled to Charleston Sunday morning and held the Ritual thatafternoon for the eleven founding fathers. Afterwards there was abuffet banquet and party given by the new brothers.

The members of Chi Zeta, active and alumni, wish to welcome our newest colony and wish it much success in the future!

FIFTEEN MEN INITIATE THIS SEMESTER

This semester Chi Zeta welcomed fifteen new brothers intothe bond of Lambda Chi Alpha. High Phi, Dale Miller, and hisritual team conducted rituals on January 17th and April 18th.The new brothers are already taking an active part in house andcampus affairs. Three officers. Crescent Girl coordinator and twoIFC representatives are among the following newinitiates:

XIOil-Tom Thomas X1019 - Mike BoyleWheaton Aurora

X1012 - Rob Kennedy X1020 - Pete KaleSpringfield Moline

X1013 —SteveCullen X1021 —Tim JamesRantoul Des Plaines

X1014 —John Whisler X1022 —Jeff StorerMoline Des Plaines

XI015-Terry Sears XI023 -Cal MorrisAtkinson Collinsville

XI016 —Glenn Gray XI024 - Rick WeilandRock Island Aurora

X1017 - Dave Valcik X1025 - Roy ByersChicago Shannon

XI018 — Steve French

Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Not content with this, however, we now have sixteen newassociate members ready for initiation next fall. With a strongreturning active group and such good new blood, we are lookingforward to an excellent year next year.

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NEWS BRIEFS (continued)

CHOPS WIN ANNUAL SACHEM SING

For the third consecutive year, the Chops Vi'on first place inthe concert division of the Atius - Sachem Sing. The song contestis held annually on Mom's Day. This year we paired with theKappa Deltasorority to earn the first place trophy.

The group sang a medley of four songs from the Barbershopera. To help set the scene the group v/as dressed in typical barbershop garb, complete with handle bar mustaches for the girls!Everyone had a good time singing their way into the Moms'hearts, and we look forward to continuing our winning traditionin 1976.

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Chops rehearse for Sachem at Kappa Delta.

HIGH PI VAWTER

PROMOTED TO

VICE-PRESIDENTMarv Vawter, current High Pi at Chi Zeta, has recently been

promoted by the University of Illinois to the office of Assistantto the Vice-president of the University for Governmental Relations and Public Service. Working as an administrator for theUniversity on a full-time basis, Marv is in charge of the design,implementation, and supervision of adult education programsthroughout the state. He is also responsible for choosing the Illinois Educators that will be affiliated with the various adult programs. Each program is designed to bring adults into the properperspective of contemporary social and political issues.

Dr. Vawter, a 1962 graduate of the University of Cincinnati,has received his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in English. Marv is also

High Pi Marv Vawter.

Executive Director of the Illinois Humanities Council. Marv hasbeen our Alumni Advisor for the past three years, providing uswith valuable guidance and insight. We cannot begin to thank himenough for his contributions to Chi Zeta.

NEWS

OF BROTHERS

EVERYWHEREBruce L. McKinstry, Theta Kappa Nu from the Class of '28,

iS living in Riverside and is the Chairman of the Board for theBerwyn Savings and Loan Assoc. He is also having a book published this fall, which he describes in the following letter:

"For the past 22 years my avocation has been retracing theroute of my grandfather's 1850 California Gold Rush trip by oxteam and covered wagon, from McHenry County, Illinois toMokelumne Hill, California, a trip that took him six months.

From information gathered on some 24 trips along variousparts of his route, I have written and interpolated into his dailydiary, notes as to his route, how it looks today, and other information. The book, of about 400 pages, is being published byArthur H. Clark Co., Glendale, California, under the title, TheCalifornia Gold Rush Diary of Byron N. McKinstry, and will beout October first of this year."

Our second brother to respond to the "Remember When..."feature in our Spring 1974 Zetagram was Robert Eksten, X832.He identified the 1965—1966 officers as Dave Brewer, himself,Dick Stotz, Paul Pearson (leader of a rock band on campus whichalso featured Brother Phil Ross on bass guitar). Ken Fielding, A1"Lugen" llekis, and Fred Stuever.

Ralph T. Webster, class of 1928, is a retired teacher andcoach living in Columbus, Ohio. In 1972 he was elected to theOhio High School Football Coaches Mali of Fame and in 1973 hewas elected to the Hall again for his achievements as an athleticdirector. Brother Webster also tells us that his oldest son, Ralph,is the office manager for a Holiday Inn, while his younger son,Edward, is a navy career man stationed in Washington D.C.

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NEWS (continued)

Roger Fabri, X226, is currently working as an IndustrialAppraiser for Coats and Burchard Co. in Chicago. His daughter,Patricia, graduated from the University of Colorado in 1970.Shewas an Alpha Delta Pi there.

James "Bucky" O'Conner, X331, is living in Evanston andworks as a salesman for the Crown Glass Corp. located in Chicago. It seems that Brother O'Conner has been quite busy sincehis graduation in 1940. He was a liaison officer for 16 years; he isa retired Air Force reserve colonel; and he was a baseball scoutfor the St. Louis Browns from 1948 to 1953 and a scout for the

Baltimore Orioles In 1954. He is currently a member of theAmerican Legion and the Air Force Academy Athletic Association. He also has eight children ranging in age from twelvel totwenty-six.

Brother Rafus Vaughan, a retired salesman and broker fromUniversity City, Missouri sent us quite a letter recently. Parts of itare reprinted below:

"Served two years in World War I, In 138th Infantry, 35thDivision from 1916—1919. Was a line sergeant, received PurpleHeart. The 35th was part of the A.E.F. Took examination forCommission in 1927 In O.R.C. and was commissioned as asecond

Lieutenant. Reached rank of Major, Inf.-Res. in 1940. Called toactive duty February 1942."

"Promoted to rank of Lt. Colonel in August 1943 and servedas Director of Personnel and Executive Officer. Sent to Commandand General Staff School in Kansas where I graduated in October1945. Relieved from active duty in February 1946 with rank ofColonel, T ransportation Corps."

"I am currently eighty years old. 1 pledged Delta Omegawhich became Chi Zcta, and was a member of the first pledgeclass initiated into Chi Zeta in April of 1915 and became Chi Zeta#30."

While finishing his M.S. degree at San Diego State, TrentRhyne, X936, has become actively associated with the LambdaChi house there. He has conducted an officer retreat; he is batting.700 in I.M. Softball; and he recently ran In an I.M. track meet forLCA. We'd like to wish him the best of luck in his current job andforthcoming marriage.

It is with sadness that we report the deaths of three of ourolder brothers: Fiske Miles Sr., XI9, Joseph J. Cermak, X41, andHosea R. Murrill, X29.

As High Rho, I am quite pleased at the response to thebiographical forms. Without your responses, this column wouldnot have been possible. I'd like to take this opportunity to thankthose of you who did return the forms and to remind those ofyou who still have them to simply fill them out and send them In.Thanks!

Mike Lembke

Alumni Relations Director

ifGathered on the front steps of Lambda Chi Alpha are the new officers for'75-'76. From left to right: Bottom row, Glen Gray, Pat Oberg, LarryPrast; second row, Bill Prebil, John Crook, Brad Dickson; top row, RobKennedy, Mike Lembke, Dale Miller, Tom Thomas.

UNDERGRADUATE OFFICERS FOR 1975:

High AlphaLarry Prast (X990)

High BetaBill Prebil (X991)

High GammaTom Thomas (XlOll)

High DeltaJohn Crook III (X980}

High EpsilonPat Oberg (X984)

High KappaPete Rapinchuk (X999)

High TauGlenn Gray (X1016)

High RhoMike Lembke (XIOOO)

High PhiDale Miller (X985)

High SigmaRob Kennedy {XI012)

High lotaBrad Dickson {XI009)

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OFFICERS

President:

William E. Stallman (X579)

Vice President:

Jeffrey A. Wandell (X579)

Treasurer:

Robert N. Corley (X591)

Secretary:

Larry Prast (X990)

Mailing Address:

Lambda Chi Alpha Alumni AssociationP.O. Box 334, Country Fair StationChampaign, IL 61820

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Published regularly by the Alumni Association of Chi Zeta of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity at the University of Illinois for thebenefit of its alumni and friends.

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White socks, white shirts, horn-rims and crew cuts. Those werethe days! A lot of our house history was made then, and theseseven obviously had a lot to do with it. But who are they? If yourecognize yourself or a friend, please drop us a line. We'd love toknow!

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