William Raimond Baird, a Phi Delta Theta, published the
first "Baird's Manual' many, many, many years ago. It was
a comprehensive directory of all Greek organizations, the
histories, chapter lists, old defunct outfits, etc. There were
several editions over the years. The erudite John Robson,
Sig Ep, took it over in the 50s, as editor. By the 70s it was set
for an update by Robson and a newcomer...me.
John died suddenly and the edition was never completed I had
changed careers, completed my PhD, and was too busy to take
on the new task. The project languished for years.
The NIC did attempt to issue a rather expensive one in the
80s, and while I have never seen it, your HQ will know for sure.
Check your college library or any large one for "Baird's Manual"
or even in a rare book site...It is a jewel, no matter which one
you find. It'll cost likely $75 or more...But there are a lot of copies
around and every chapter with a library oughta own one.
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