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T h e To r c h The Of cial Newsletter of
Mu Lambda Chapter
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. September 2004 The Executive Message: B r o t h e r E d w i n F. N o r w o o d i l l
President, Mu Lambda Chapter Welcome to anew fraternal year. Ihope you were able
to spend some time with your family and friends during the summer. As September approaches, it is time to resume the business of the fraternity. PLEASE TAKE NOTE that we will be meeting at Howard University
School of Dentistry in the 5*'' oor lecture hall. This will be the meeting location for the year. As you know, Mu Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has set the standard for excellence in
fraternal uplift, community service, and public leadership tliroughout the Washington DC community for over 81
years. This year, we are going to continue to set the standard with some exciting programs. The planning for the Black and Gold Scholarship Gala is going well. This event will be the highlight of the Washington DC social season and is an excellent opportunity to invite your
family and friends out to enjoy the fellowship of the chapter while we raise money to support our scholarship program. As you know, this event is scheduled for
November 13”' at the Washington Times Building in the Arbor Ball Room. During this event, we will be honoring
all the 50-year brothers of Mu Lambda Chapter as well as presenting some chapter awards. The chairman of the Gala, Brother James McDonald, will have tickets for sale at the September meeting. All seven JEWEL tables were purchased during one meeting last year. Don't miss out on your opportunity to purchase atable, especially the
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