Jim Ginsburg ’66 To OWU Athletic Hall of Fame

OWU Homecoming Weekend 2009 in early October was a special occasion for a number of brothers of Theta Chapter (along with several spouses) as they gathered in Delaware to recognize Brother Jim “Gins” Ginsburg ’66 who was being inducted into the Ohio Wesleyan Athletic Hall of Fame. It was the first time that most of the Betas from the graduation years […]

Collection of photos from the 50s!!

SAMPLE FROM COLLECTION — Formal Frat Party 1953-54. Left to Right: R. Martin ’54, W. D. Rich ’55

Reprinted from 1938 le Bijou

One of the best loved persons in the hearts of the men of Theta chapter is Mrs. James Linn, their housemother. “Mama” has been with the chapter since 1937 and in that time she has endeared herself to many Betas. Outside of her own home, the Beta house is her first love. During the time […]

2008 OWU Reunion

L to R Frank Dove ’58, “Bo” Dove ’58, Dick DeVos ’54, Bob Mauck ’48, Dick McClintock ’53, George Conrades ‘6?, Ben Graham ’52   Bob Mauck ’48 with Dick DeVos ’54

54 W. Lincoln For Sale

Driving around Delaware the other day, what should I come across but the old Beta House at 54 W. Lincoln and it is now up for sale. Having been a nursing home for most all the years since we moved out (circa 1963), its hard to tell what kind of shape it remains in. Nevertheless, […]

1966 Memories at 54 W. Lincoln

(Spike’s letter to Marty Haskill) … I read the most recent Theta Data with enthusiasm. So well done!! Many of the stories took me back 40 or more years to some of the best times in my life. Great guys and great times. I thought you might appreciate this story which I believe occurred in […]

House Corporation Treasurer’s Report

Our treasury continues as I have previously reported. We maintain a stable balance from year to year of about $7000. Our annual expenses for the publication of our newsletter are $2500 to $3000 per year and our website hosting expense is $120 per year. All of your contributions each year roughly match our expenses. There […]

Did You Know This About OWU History?

Fielding h. yOsT UniversiTy OF MiChigan FOOTBall COaCh 1901-1923, 1925-1926 165 wins-29 losses-10 ties In his 25 years as head coach of the Wolverines, Yost’s accomplishments rank among the most legendary in collegiate football history. But where was Yost before Michigan? He began his coaching career at Ohio Wesleyan University and led them to the school’s only victory […]

Board of Trustees Dr. W. Martin Haskell Ohio Wesleyan ’68

GenerAl FrAternity report By Dr W. Martin Haskell The Upon These Principles Campaign has ended with a final tally of $20,000,000 as previously reported. Money continues to come into the Administrative Office, as a portion is in the form of deferred pledges and another portion will not be realized until estates are settled. Currently, the […]

Editor’s 2008 Travels and Visits with Brothers

This past year, 2008, has been a year of great change for most all of us, and for this brother in particular. Following the loss of my wife Ann in 2007, the 2008 year began with a January-March vacation trip to Florida. While there, one afternoon was spent with Don Wedge ’49, now retired from […]