The Archive · 1941

Greek King Thanks Local Community

Shanghai, Mar. 2 In reply to the Greek community's telegram congratulat~ ing His Majesty King George on the 120th anniversary of Greek independence, Mr. Yan~ noulatos, Consul-Generat for Greece in Shanghai, has re~ ceived a message from His Majesty in which he thanks the coal community for their good wishes, did valuable work in visiting over 0 patients weekly in the different: hospitals. Evidence that these weekly visits are appreciated come from all sides and reward our members for the amount of time and thought needed to collect the necessary com. forts for the patients.

Membership Our membership suffered in 1940, many members having left Shanghai!

Gained only thee new members, Seventy-four International Dues were forwarded to the International Order in New York. Unfortunately, the high rate of oxchsnge did noi Jeufficiently cover the amount due, We have written asking if these dues could be waived during this dimeult period, "Priondly otters and " donations have been received from the Past and Present Presidents of the Around he World Department of the International Order, We are grateful also for the Silver Cross Magazines which provided an insight into the work overseas,"

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