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<![CDATA[79 COLLEGE AVE WELCOME HOME - Blog]]>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:27:00 -0700EditMySite<![CDATA[Clifford Brown, 1918]]>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/clifford-brown-1918

Our Omega Mu brothers who served in the military are cherished and constant fraternal friends, and we would like to say thank you for the steadfast, purposeful commitment you made to our nation to defend those four freedoms we all believe in: “Freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear.” For those brothers who were killed in defense of these freedoms, they will always occupy a consecrated place in our linked fraternal heart because they exemplify the idea of superlative commitment, strength, and fortitude for the good to the end itself. The greatness of their collective purpose and will, on our nation’s behalf, will never be forgotten. By their “clear-eyed faith and fearless heart,” these brothers have left us a fraternal legacy that echoes what we often say about Omega Mu Fijis: “Perseverance and determination are omnipotent.” Their code of integrity, courage, duty, responsibility, and self-sacrifice on behalf of our nation is a powerful legacy that we will always be proud of as Omega Mu Fijis.

Whether it was at New Orleans, Red River, Fort Blakely, Marianna, San Juan Hill, Santiago de Cuba, Chateau-Thierry, Verdun, D-Day, Pearl Harbor, Coral Sea, Midway, El Guettar, Elba, Monte Della Vedetta, the Battle of the Bulge, Rabaul, Inchon, Pusan, Chosin Reservoir, Pork Chop Hill, Hue, Easter Offensive, Phu Cat, The Iron Triangle, Hamburger Hill, la Drang Valley, Bien Hoa, Khe Sanh, Rumaila, Al-Batin, Medina Ridge, Kabul, Kandahar, our Omega Mu brothers have demonstrated devotion to duty in defense of freedom and liberty. They are the stability of our nation, and we, the Omega Mu brotherhood, revere, honor, and salute their persevering and determined spirit within our great nation and our historic brotherhood. We will always honor the heroism of all of our brothers who have served in the armed forces from the Civil War to the present. Thank you.

Omega Mu Veteran,
Clifford Brown,
1918

Omega Mu Years

"The Phi Gams will have a sleigh ride to Eddington. Supper will be served at
Ward's farm."

"A MEASURE OF MAINE'S PATRIOTISM"

Clifford Brown was an Army artillery officer in the 1st Maine Heavy Field Artillery during World War I. It was later redesignated into the 56th Pioneer Infantry Regiment. In addition, the 1st Maine Heavy Artillery were nicknamed the "The Milliken Regiment" to honor Governor
Carl Milliken of Maine.

"The Milliken Regiment was mustered into the service as the 1st Regiment Heavy Artillery....It was later transferred to the pioneer service."

Milliken Regiment

The Milliken Regiment marching in Portland, Maine.

Arriving in France

"Meuse-Argonne Offensive: The Deadliest American-Involved Campaign of
World War I."

Commemorating the end of World War I at the University of Maine.

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[George C. Eames, 1950]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/george-c-eames-1950

Our brothers careers have been productive, constructive, spirited, and prosaic. They displayed impressive skills, talents, and abilities They were, and we continue to be, a beautiful and lively expression of our enduring fraternal beliefs, and that underlying harmony is far-reaching in expectation for all brothers’, undergraduate and graduate. It is the core of what our fraternal founders asserted in 1848 and 1874 and 1899: to live active, commendable, and responsible lives, and to build up community. Clearly and compellingly, they added, and continue to add, positive value at the local, state, national, global, and fraternal level because they engaged life fully and responsibly. In short, they were authoritative pillars throughout life. They were-are exemplary in their citizenship, character, and their sense of dutiful responsibility, and, in many instances, they were leading voices in their career fields. They prove that success of any kind does not occur by luck or accident, and we remember them because they continue to provide that message for our time. Their spirit permeates our brotherhood, and it always will.

We have long been, from one generation to the next, proud to be Omega Mu Fijis. We continue to cherish our fraternal friendships, our shared memories, and our evolving, forward-focused history at the University of Maine. These things, above and beyond everything else, are the underlying rooted connections that make us proud to be Omega Mu Fijis. Why, after all, should we believe otherwise? We have always exhibited a can-do fraternal spirit since 1874. And, to be sure, all present and future generations of Omega Mu Fijis will continue to do the same, with fraternal enthusiasm and commitment. As a brotherhood, we always see the path behind us and the way forward with equal clarity, and our future remains bright at 79 College Avenue because we fearlessly move forward, always guided by sound fraternal principles, and because of that we are an exceptional brotherhood because we remain committed and hardworking to assure that our Omega Mu brotherhood will continue to be the jewel at the University of Maine. Perge.

Omega Mu Portrait
George C. Eames,
1950

Omega Mu Years

Lloyd Raffnell

"Santa Claus Johnny Ballou appeared."

John Ballou, above and below

1948
Snow Sculpture

1950
Snow Sculpture

"A HEAVY RAIN WASHED OUT THE SCULPTURE.
WE WAS ROBBED"

BUSINESS LEADER

George C. Eames worked in his family's business, N.H. Bragg and Sons of Bangor, for forty-two years, and he retired as the president of the company.

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[John E. Olivenbaum, 1904]]>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/john-e-olivenbaum-1904

From multiple angles, our Q.T.V. and Omega Mu brothers have enriched the civic life at the University of Maine, and we are fortunate to have had many hardworking, talented brothers throughout our history. The balance between our athletic involvement, intellectual pursuits, and campus involvement is compelling. What they accomplished in their respective pursuits at the university constitutes a wonderful achievement in our fraternal history. There efforts were good and laudable, and there efforts represented the very best of our core values of persistence and determination. It is, believe me, a wonderful achievement, on the part of generations of Omega Mu brothers, for the respective gifts that they gave for the civic good at the University of Maine. In our historically calm, customary fashion, 149 years and growing, it was a rich yield for the common good of the Maine community, All of them, through their various commitments and endeavors within the University of Maine community, improved and brightened up the quality of life of the university community with their enthusiasm and dedication to their respective University of Maine teams, organizations, and clubs. They each had unique strengths as actors, artists, musicians, athletes, and journalists, and they all embodied the shared commitment to do something well for the University of Maine community. Fraternally integrity demands that, and we are proud of all of these brothers.

Over the years, our Omega Mu brothers have been involved in many musical productions at the University of Maine, and praise for them is merited. With the same unconditional focus, diligence and discipline as our athlete brothers, our musically focused brothers, through many decades, brought richness and joy to the University of Maine community because of their involvement on various bands, orchestras, and choral groups. Their commitment was compelling, and the quality and depth of their art form enriched the lives of countless generations of students at the university, as well as many towns and cities throughout Maine and New England. Generously, with never-ending joy and inspiration, they always gave of their time and talent for the good in all of their musical performances. The embodied our old fraternal truth in being perseverant and determined in being faithful and generous with their beautiful musical gifts.

Our Omega Mu Maine music brothers, just like our athlete and Maine Masque brothers, are an enriching testament to what it means to be a fraternity brother in Omega Mu. We remain proud of their dedication, creativity, and commitment in adding such a rich angle in our fraternal history at the University of Maine. Above all, what a superb gift to give anyone: music.

Omega Mu Music Brother
John E. Olivenbaum,
1904

Omega Mu Years

"The Omega Mu chapter of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity started off the social events for the new year...giving one of the most delightful dances ever held in the gymnasium."

"Monaghan's orchestra of Ellsworth furnished music for the reception at the Phi Gamma Delta house on Tuesday."

"refreshments were served in the
dinning room."

"SPEAKERS AT THE JUNIOR EXHIBITION...
John Emanuel Olivenbaum"

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[Wayne R. Allen, 1951]]>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/wayne-r-allen-1951

Omega Mu Portrait
Wayne R. Allen,
1951

Omega Mu Years

Omega Mu Housemother,
Mrs. Butts

1950
Snow Sculpture

"WE WAS ROBBED"

BUSINESS LEADER

President of Allen's Wild Maine
Blueberries

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[Carlton F. Noyes, 1933]]>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:03:52 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/carlton-f-noyes-1933

Omega Mu Music Brother
Carlton F. Noyes,
1933

Omega Mu Years

"PHI GAMMA DELTA PLACED
UNDER QUARANTINE
TODAY"

Kenneth Stone

The University Quartet in the Castle, and the
Two Omega Mu brothers in the quartet are
Herbert G. Follett and Neil M. Calderwood.

"Phi Gam, robbed for the third time"

Music was furnished by Smith Ames Orchestra

"The Phi Gam sophomores entertained representatives of the '35 from the other fraternities with a sophomore smoker."

"Phi Gamma Delta held a seafaring party Saturday night."

"Phi Gamma Delta gave a victrola party last Friday evening."

"Amid a beautiful array of flowers, the Phi Gam's and their guests from near and far sat down Friday evening to a formal banquet, starting off the annual house party."

Buddy Borst and his orchestra from Providence

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[Hugo S. Cross, 1919]]>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/hugo-s-cross-1919

Omega Mu Music Brother
Hugo S. Cross,
1919

Omega Mu Years

Phi Gam
Faculty Smoker

"The Phi Gams held a faculty smoker to which the professors of the University
were invited."

FRATERNITY MEN MEET AT MAINE

"Delegates from the New England chapters of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity, met at Orono."

"Dean J. N. Hart, a member of the (Omega Mu) fraternity, extended a welcome."

"The Phi Gams will have a Sleigh ride to Eddington. Supper will be served at Ward's farm. After the supper the party will go to the Town Hall where there will be dancing and a general good time."

Second row, second player in from the left.

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[Stanley T. Hilliard, 1909]]>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/stanley-t-hilliard-1909

Omega Mu Music Brother
Stanley T. Hilliard,
1909

Omega Mu Years

"A party from the Phi Gamma Delta House held a dancing party at the Thistle Friday evening."

S. T. Hilliard

Our Omega Mu Brothers in the Maine Glee Club: Stanley T. Hilliard, James M. Eaton, Malcolm E. Fassett, Charles F. Smith, Raymond W. Davis, and Raymond Fellows.

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[Frank H. Mitchell, 1900]]>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/frank-h-mitchell-1900

Omega Mu
Music Brother
Frank H. Mitchell

Omega Mu Years

Our last Q.T.V. Chapter Hall is first on the right. It was remodeled and was a women's dorm and named
Mount Vernon Haouse, and our first
Phi Gamma Delta house
was next door.

We become Phi Gamma Delta in
1899

"GEN LEW WALLACE
National president of the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity"

The blog writer has walked the various fields of this important battle many times with his two dogs,
Dexter and Dudley.

"On July 9, with less than 7,000 Union forces, Major General Lew Wallace gathered at Monocacy Junction and fought there to slow the advance of 15,000 Confederates who were headed toward Washington, but their delaying action allowed reinforcements to reach Washington
and save the capital."

Phi Gamma Delta brother,
Major General Lew Wallace.

"An interesting football game took place on the campus on Saturday morning, Nov. 10, between the sophomores and freshmen of the Phi Gamma Delta House, resulting in a score of 6 to 6."

Executive Committee
Frank H. Mitchell

Second Bases
Frank H. Mitchell

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[Leslie E. Little, 1904]]>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/leslie-e-little-1904

Omega Mu Brother
Leslie E. Little,
1904

Omega Mu Years

"The house was decorated foe the occasion and the guests were received in the drawing room, while refreshments were served in the dining room."

Omega Mu Reunion

"Prof. Horace M. Estabrooke acted as toastmaster"

"The Omega Mu chapter of Phi Gamma Delta started off the social events for the new year by giving, on the evening of January 8th, one of the most delightful dances ever held in the gymnasium."

"Baritone....Little"

"Leader
Leslie E. Little"

"Chief Musician...Leslie E. Little"

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

]]><![CDATA[Ernest F. Hanson, 1914]]>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.omegamu.org/blog/ernest-f-hanson-1915

Omega Mu Music Brother
Ernest F. Hanson,
1915

Omega Mu Years

Musical Clubs
President...E. F. Hanson

Two Omega Mu Brothers in the
University of Maine Quartette:
Ernest F. Hanson and Warren G. Brewer

FIST BASES
Ernest F. Hanson

Captain E. F. Hanson

Ernest F. Hanson served in the United States Army during World War I

Ernest F. Hanson's
Enlistment Document

Commemorating the end of WWI at the University of Maine. Coburn Hall is in the background.

“What if the space be long and wide,
That parts us from our brother’s side
A soul-joined chain unites our band,
And memory links us hand in hand.”
(Phi Gamma Delta fraternity song)

Fraternally,
Chip Chapman, ’82
Perge

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