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TI  - Official call to Rotary's forty-second annual convention
N1  - The Rotary Club no. 655 (September 21, 1950)
N2  - Atlantic City-world-famous resort on the Atlantic Coast of the U.S.A.-once again will be gracious host to the Rotarians of the world when they attend Rotary's Forty-Second Annual Convention, May 27-31, 1951. At three previous Rotary Conventions-in 1920, 1936 and 1916-Rotarians have enjoyed the many delightful attractions of Atlantic City-the seven miles of surf-fringed coast, the sandy beaches, the magic of its Boardwalk, the invigorating sea air, the huge convention auditorium, and the enemy first-class hotels. Our Rotary Convention in Detroit last June was a "delegates" Convention, which was strictly limited in attendance. As a result, many Rotarians who desired to do so were unable to attend. There are no restrictions on attendance for the 1951 Convention and there are ample hotel facilities, so I am very pleased to invite all Rotarians and members of their families to come to Atlantic City. It is my very great pleasure to issue this Official Call for the Forty-Second Annual Convention of Rotary International to be held in Atlantic City, New Jersey, US.A., on May 27, 28, 29. 30 and 31, 1951. As a Rotarian is expected to attend Club meetings, so Clubs are expected to he represented at the Annual Convention. According to its membership each Rotary Club is entitled to one or more official voting delegates. (One for each 50 members or major fraction thereof.-Ed.) Article VI of the By-Laws of Rotary International gives full information as to the rights and responsibilities of a Club with reference to the Annual Convention. With special emphasis on International Service, the Convention Committee of Rotary International is planning a wonderful program of inspiration, fellowship and entertainment, which will be delightfully augmented by Atlantic City's traditional warm hospitality. Let us plan now to meet in Atlantic City for friendship and fellowship, to renew our devotion to the Rotary "Ideal of Service", and to make even more effective our Rotary telltales throughout the world.   (Sgd.) ARTHUR LACUEUX  President, Rotary International  September 1, 1950  Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A.
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