Wednesday, May 4, 2011
YONKERS HIBERNIANS CELEBRATE 175 YEARS OF THE A.O.H.
Myles
Scully Division Celebrates 175 Years of the A.O.H.
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| City of Yonkers Proclamation |
The officers
and members of Division One marked the 175th Anniversary of the
founding of the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America at its monthly meeting
on May 4th, 2011, exactly 175 years to the date of our founding on
May 4th 1836. The meeting was held at Double Days Bar and
Restaurant in Dobbs Ferry with over 45 members in attendance.
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| Westchester County Executive Proclamation |
Division
President, Kevin Ellis welcomed several guests from the Yonkers, County
and State Governments who presented proclamations congratulating the A.O.H on
its historical milestone. After the meeting, members were treated to a
wonderful celebration with an open bar and plenty of food and good times.
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| New York State Senate Proclamation |
Division One would like to thank New York State Senator Andrea
Stewart Cousins; Westchester County Executive, Rob Astorino; Chairman of
the Westchester County Board of Legislators, Ken Jenkins; and of course
Yonkers Mayor, Philip Amicone for the wonder proclamations. The A.O.H is
grateful for the support we receive from all levels of local government.
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| Westchester Co. Board of Legislators Proclamation |
An
extra special thanks to the Hartnett Family and all of the staff
at Double Days, for the wonderful hospitality and work to make our event so
enjoyable!
Happy Anniversary to all of our Hibernian Brothers in the United States and
Ireland! We look forward to seeing all of you at the National A.O.H.
parade and celebration on May 21st on New York City!
