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undertake the formation of and assume responsibility for a new chapter of Phi
Kappa Psi.

Ordinarily such action would be undertaken only upon unanimous approval by
the next Grand Arch Council. However, we were unable to hold a G.A.C. in 1944 and
1946 is the earliest possible date in prospect and this may not be feasible.

Phi Kappa Psi must grow. It is perfectly possible that as a result of the
war we may lose, one or two chapters. In the past we have encouraged conservative
and substantial growth, but we have not established a new chapter since 1934,
mainly because of the lack of desirable opportunities. I believe we now have such
an opportunity. At a recent meeting the President, the Deah and two members of
the faculty having supervision of fraternities at Arizona, have told the local Phi
Psis that a chapter of the Fraternity would be welcome. Because of existing con-
ditions typical on all campuses, our group at the present time can start out on a
more equal competitive basis now than they would be able to do later when fra-
ternity conditions approach normal,

A new chapter of Phi Kappa Psi may be installed by unanimous vote of our
chapters and alumni associations. This may be done by a written vote through the
mails. This is an unusual suggestion, but these are unusual times and we have an
unusual opportunity.

I am asking you for an expression of opinion as to whether the officers of
the Fraternity shall proceed to place this proposition before the Fraternity in the
form of a petition from the group at the University of Arizona and secure a vote
on the matter through the mail,
I shall greatly appreciate your opinion and advice.
Very fraternally yours,

ft 3d Sagoo —

HSG: HM Harry S. Gorgas, Presiddnt.