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The Waldorf Astoria

February 14, 1940

On this menu 40 dishes

meeting
Dinner
public
education
new york academy
of
1912 - 1940
the waldorf - astoria
wednesday, february 14, 1940
Supreme of Fresh Fruits and Melon in Coupes
NEW ORLEANS GUMBO
Celery
Olives
Aiguilette of Sole Joinville
filet of beef chasseur
Asparagus Tips Polonaise
Anna potatoes
Souffle Alaska Lahore
Demi-tasse
Menu
Beloved and respected son of our
Imperial
City ; educated by the realistic
demands of
our cosmopolitan life ; willing and
competent
Report of membership committee
the state's responsibility for public education
discussion
report of board of directors
Program
DR. William E. Grady
Presiding
Address by honorable alfred e. smith
Presentation of Award Tribute by Dr. John H. Finley
Presentation of Medallion by Dr. William E.
Grady
Response bu Honorable Alfred E. Smith
Vocal Selections by Mr. Richard B. Ver Eecke
Jeanie, with the Light Brown Hair