GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 1926-1976 - Order of Sons of Pericles - Official Publication (Vol. No. 5) - November/December/January 1976

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Official publication issue of the Order of AHEPA and its auxiliary featuring a “Golden Anniversary” message for the Sons of Pericles’ 50th anniversary in 1976. Provides an address from the Supreme President emphasizing youth leadership and responsibilities in education, medicine, science, industry, schools, and communities, alongside a “Thought of the Month” quote about the risks of frivolous youth. Includes publication and editorial information, notices such as the passing of Executive Secretary George J. Leber, and membership dues card instructions for 1976.

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GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 1926-1976 - Order of Sons of Pericles

The Message of the Supreme President

Thought of the Month

Official Publication Information

Obituary Notice

IMPORTANT 1976 MEMBERSHIP DUESCARDS

A A A A A A # GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY1926-1976Order of SONS OF PERICLES THE JUNIOR ORDER OF AHEPA The Mother LodgeDrder of SONS OF PERICLESManchester,N.H.1 Mrs.KatherineCaravasiosGrand PresidentAUGWTEASFPENELOPE Teri Lee Velis A.Hasiotis,P.Kourides,C.Korcoulis,Grand PresidertP.Clainos.V.Vasiliou.W.ChalogeMAIDSFATMENA G.Papagiotas,W.Hasiotis,G.Houliaris. To the Members of the Ahepa Famils.- It has been said.that anniversaries are times ofcelebration,thankfulness and an opportunity tolook back with pleasure,and to look forward withanticipation All these elements are in my thoughts as I amreminded,that our juntor auxiliary.the Sons ofPericles,conceived and organized in Manchester,New Hampshire,will celebrate their 50th Anniversary on February 3rd.1976. Much has transpired during the past fiftyVears,and today.more than ever before Ahepa'sobligations toward our youth is daringly thrustupon us,and it is needless for me to say that.theliteline of this frateruity and that of the entireHellenic community in the United States,is ourHellenic vouth Membership in the Sons of Pericles has provenover the vears to be of imvaluable service to ourroung people,by acquiring initiative and develop-ing skill in parliamentarv knowledge and proce-dures,to better prepare themschves when theyfinally join the Senior Order.or for the moreserious responsibilities that lie ahead later in life. I am certain.that under the wise and ableguidance of Brother Hary P Pappas,our Narional(hairman of the Sons of Rricles Advsory Board.their activities during the anniversary vear will beguidedin a progressive direction. # The Message of the Supreme Presiaent Ps54545sSa12TFA(W)AA599LLCGLAC Our youth.smbolizes tomorrow's hopes andaspirations for the Order of Ahepa.and for ourcontinued progress and growth.They will be thenew leaders in our society:leaders in the fields ofeducation,medicine,science and industry.leadersin our schools.organizations and communities andwe look forward to the dav.when they will step upand be counted,as leaders of our country. In the hands of these young men.Americans ofHellenic descen,we entrust a proud backgroundof Ahepa's 53 years of accomplishments,hopingthat they will warmly embrace the Heritage of ourancestors,proud and priviledged of the opportu-nity to live and work in these United States. # Thought of the Month: The following quote,taken from the great Greckwriter Hesiod who lived in the 8th Century,seemsto overstate.much as we do today,the problem ofour youth: "I see no hope for the future of our people ifthey are dependent on the frivolous youth oftoday,for certainly all youth are reckless beyondwords"- Sincerely and fruternally yaurs willian G Chirgutis Supreme President # АНЄ»АХ OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF Тне овоев ог АНЕрА VOLL.No.5 November/December/January 1976 EXECUTIVE EDITOR:WILUAMG.CHIRGOTIS,Supreme residentMANAGINGEDITOR GEGRGEJLBR,EecususecetaryEDITORIAL.ADVERTISING.BUSINESS麦CIRCULATIONOHFCEAHEPA Building.1422K St,NW,Washington,DC,20005,Tel(202)628-4974 Nabonal Publication of ihe Orier ot Ahepu andn Auxdarie.under theDreclion of the Pubication Boand.1422 KS.Nw.Washington,DC 20005 PLBLICATION BOARD CHARLES J.DREWEs,Chaitman/TONY PETROsEs Otficto Momber Supreme Preaident wILLIAM 6.c:cO718.Chairman Suereme Lard ofTrustee NICK SMYRNI8Enccutive Seeretary GEORGK 4.LEEEE suPRME L₀DCE 1975.76 p esdeat:W 6.Chugoti,37MoantanAn.spng.NJ 81Suprme Vuedeat:Pie s tea,594 Rd、Nth,Aington.V 22208Supem Vic性ofGd Anthony Demn.CuosLindn.Cm(Suprem Sarury:A Sew ktes.4660W Bnya M Aw.Chicg段606S-pme eaer Gn Dous,9901 Indkpden+Aw,Rwrdk.NY1046)Supene Counslbr CharkiF.Tallwa.44Le St.Lowel.Min 01852SuprCoveor Geog P Gabat.1540 Ouford Cuck,5.Aiknto*n.618104Sy(ora Ga La,49Wau rAe,4023,SostSnluakcho,Ge 00Ssp Cn C M ¹229K .p.5Wclh 18052SupmeGovenor fuanxtn Mm.706W d NI.Warren,0hie 483Supiem Goveor Cue Ph,Rout 9.dox316.lacon.Mas 9212SupuCvr:Nkin zanwles,204 Cemy HD Nr*ygn.Conn.

FAQs

What anniversary does this issue celebrate?

It commemorates the Sons of Pericles’ 50th Anniversary in 1976, tied to the Golden Anniversary 1926-1976.

What themes does the Supreme President emphasize?

The message focuses on youth symbolizing tomorrow’s hopes and on developing future leaders for education, medicine, science, industry, and community life.

What guidance is given for 1976 membership dues cards?

The issue explains the new 1976 dues card system, stating that membership cards will be mailed directly to members and will be available after AHEPA Headquarters receives the chapter’s per-capita tax.

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