1905-06 Volume 30 No 1–5 - Phi Delta Theta Scroll Archive

400 THE SCROLL.this splendid event, and the loyal and generous support fromother Columbia Phis will in time effect thft completion of thework. To purchase and own so fine a property in one of thehandsomest sections of New York is an achievement worthyof the very highest hopes and ideals of any college fraternity.No stronger evidence of the remarkable strength and efficiencyof New York Delta could be adduced, although it is wellknown that for several years it has been one of the most influentialand prominent among the fraternities at Columbia.As to the wisdom and appropriateness of Bro. Heinze's giftthere can be but one opinion. It is a notable contributionto the education of young men in soul and character. It isa strong and successful young man's generous expression ofloyalty to ties in the Bond and of sympathy with his youngerbrothers in the cultivation of the finer aspirations of theirlives.Never in our history has there been a more general observanceof Alumni Day than this year, as will be shown by theletters in this number and those hereafter to appear. Neverhas there appeared to be more zest and enthusiasm in thecelebration. We rejoice in the long activity of many of ourclubs and the resuscitation of many others. Alumni Day isan increasingly important institution in Phi Delta Theta.The benefits flowing from it are being felt throughout thefraternity as never before. The conscientious study and thedevoted effort being given to the problem of alumni relationsare effecting a development of this part of our fraternity lifethat will be self-continuing. It will enlarge our conceptionsof practical brotherhood. It will strengthen the durabilityand enrich the spirit of fraternity membership.Let one suggestion be added here. Every alumni clubought to include in the dues of each member the price of asubscription to the fraternity periodicals. Then it will beless difficult to stimulate interest, to bring members to themeetings, or to get them to render useful service. Familiaritywith the affairs of the fraternity will develop a sense of har-