From our past VP Rommy of RI comes this letter 

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<br/><br/> The Rotary Balita no. 623 (June 23, 1948) 
<br/><br/> 6231 Empire State Building  350 Fifth Avenue  New York 1, New York  June 7, 1949  My dear Balmy: My heartiest congratulations on your election as President of the Manila Rotary Club! Although I know that this places another load on your already overburdened shoulders, I am happy that you have accepted the job, for I feel that this sets an example of service that we need in the Philippines right now as never before. One of the greatest characteristics of the American people is that public men, no matter how busy in their allotted tasks, always find time to take up civic work, and that is one of the reasons for America's greatness. That you have accepted this challenge is a tribute to your public spirit, and I know that under your leadership Manila Rotary will forge ahead. With my best wishes for your success in your new office, and my best regards, I am  Sincerely yours,  (Sgd.) ROMMY  The Honorable Cornelio Balmaceda  Secretary of Commerce and Industry  210 Gral. Solano, San Miguel  Manila, Philippines