Convention 1902: Berkeley, California
August 27-30, 1902, sisters gathered at the 20th Convention in Berkeley, California, at the Eta Chapter (California-Berkeley) hall. The design for a new member pin was discussed and both a small crescent and a small monogram design were brought forward and rejected. Then Mrs. Palmer of the New York Alumnae Chapter moved that “the design of Newman, a shield with a brown field and fawn crescent, be adopted,” a motion that received unanimous approval. That settled, the Convention body also decided to return to the Founders’ words of light and dark brown when referring to the Sorority’s colors, eliminating the alternatives like tan and fawn that were sometimes used. No limitations were set on the jewels that could be used to ornament the badge. Rubies or emeralds combined with diamonds or monograms set with pearls or small turquoise chips were often ordered.