The Eighth Tribe, 1981 (8. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1981-11-01 / 11. szám
Page 4 THE EIGHTH TRIBE November, 1981 The American Hungarian Federation held their Bi-annual Convention on September 25, 1981 in Fairfax, Virginia at the Budapest Restaurant of Mr. John Taba. New officers were elected: President: Dr. László Irányi, D.C.; Associate Presidents: Rev. Imre Bertalan, MD; Gábor Bodnár, NJ; Rev. Kristóf Hites, CA; Honorary Associate Presidents: Rt. Rev. Árpád George, Dr. János Nádas. Executive Committee President: László Pásztor PA; Associate President: Imre Beke, NY. Vice Presidents: Imre Beke, László Bojtos, Miklós Csergő, Rt. Rév. Tibor Dömötör, János Taba and Dr. Antal Viczián. Secretary: Dr. Dénes Török, Bridgeville, PA. Treasurer: Dénes Tarnay, VA. Controllers: Mária Szabolcsi-Alexa, VA and Dr. Joseph Sárossy, NJ. Chaiman of the Board of Directors: Rt. Rev- Tibor Dömötör; Vice Chairman: Rev. Imre Bertalan. THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON September 25, 1981 I am delighted to send my greetings and warmest personal regards to all those gathered for the National Biennial Convention of the American Hungarian Federation. This event provides a welcome opportunity to express my continuing high regard for the work of your organization. Your Federation is the focal point of efforts to perpetuate the rich and distinct cultural heritage of your people and to keep alive the spirit of independence that is so much a part of the Hungarian national character. This October we will commemorate the twenty-fifth anniversary of the tragic day when Soviet tanks crushed the national uprising of the Hungarian people. The sacrifices made by Hungarians for their freedom will never be forgotten. Americans of all backgrounds can take pride in knowing that groups such as yours are working to strengthen America by fostering the cultural pluralism that is the foundation of our way of life. From this rich diversity has sprung our unity and our strength. Nancy joins me in extending our best wishes for an enjoyable convention and your continued progress in the future.
