A brilliant event under the patronage of the Society took place in New
York City on April 26, 1906. The occasion was a reception to Admiral
John McGowan, U. S. N., the newly-elected president-general. The
exercises took place in the residence of the Hon. John D. Crimmins, and
will long be remembered by the large assemblage participating. Admiral
McGowan resides in Washington, D. C., and the reception was held in
order to give him and the members of the Society an opportunity to
exchange mutual greetings.
The reception was participated in by judges, prominent clergymen,
distinguished members of the medical, law, journalistic and other
professions, as well as by leading bankers and gentlemen prominent in
mercantile life.
Admiral McGowan received in the magnificent drawing-room of Mr.
Crimmins’ home, the introductions being made by Mr. Crimmins, who was
assisted by Thomas Hamilton Murray of Boston, the national secretary of
the Society.
The following is a copy of the notice sent to each member: