Events of 1996 2
West Region Chapter 2
Old School Topee 2
Man of Courage 3
Imagination! 3
Around the World 4
Recipe 4
A Little of America,
A Little of India. 5
General Body Meeting 6
Off to College 6
Curry Powder Mix 6
FORWARD AND ONWARD
The West Region Chapter of the Anglo-Indian Association of the USA has been formed. Congratulations to Cheryl Perreira, Ron Aviet and the formidable crew from California for their hard and conscientious work. An article on the West Region Chapter is on pages 2 and 6. Inauguration Day has been set for November 9, 1996. Our association will now register with the Internal Revenue Service as a group organization. We encourage the formation of other chapters throughout the United States of America.
The International Federation of Anglo-Indians with Merv Gaynor, as the President of the Steering Committee has a lot of work ahead of them. Something should come out of the January, 1998 Reunion. We will keep you posted.
A Social Service Volunteer Schedule is nearing completion. We will inform members about this service as soon as we have finalized details. Contact Faustina Archer if you have any questions and to volunteer your services.
The Anglo-Indian Association of the USA
President: John Whittle (301-770-6087)
Vice-President: Gordon Paniker (202-966-4901)
General Secretary: Rex D'Costa (301-540-5828)
Assistant Secretary: Montrose D'Souza (301-916-4569)
Treasurer: Ron Micado (301-949-3520)
Committee Members:
Entertainment: Brenda D'Costa (301 -946-5012)
Social Services: Faustina Archer (301-838-8503)
Membership: Wendell Lazaro (301-983-2305)
Youth: Lloyd D'Costa (301-577-7320)
Thank you members for coming to the General Body Meeting on May 26, 1996 with a positive attitude, to continue to direct and steer our association into the 21st Century. That meeting brought to mind our tasks. Sometimes we see our tasks as one large picture. These tasks look so big it seems impossible to reach. It is like a person who needs glasses. A friend once said that, as a child, before she got her glasses, she looked at a tree and it looked like one large green blurred leaf. When she put on her glasses everything came into focus. She could see each distinctive leaf that made up the tree. Sometimes our tasks look so big that we thin of giving up. If we focus then we see each step we must take toward accomplishing our goal. If we stay focused on our goal and see each step we must take toward accomplishing our goal. If we stay focused on our goal and make every moment count, we can fulfil our quest for success.
We each have the opportunity daily to choose to focus on the positive aspects, or to focus on the negative aspects that continually drain our spirits and our productivity. The best way we can give to ourselves is a positive outlook which will positively influence everything we do.
Our association has set certain goals and we must move positively towards those goals. We must stay focussed at all times. We must stay focused at all times. We must do one thing at a time extremely well, then we move on to the next. We must not let moments slip away by allowing distractions to draw us away from our goals. May each of you set your goals and work for success. Goodluck!
Sincerely,
John Whittle,
President
.....to further the common welfare and well-being of the Anglo-Indian Community worldwide.
This newsletter is edited by the President and the Board of Committee Members.
INAUGURATION OF THE WEST REGION CHAPTER. November 9, 1996. The Anglo- Indian Association of the USA - West Region will be having an inaugural dinner dance on November 9, 1996 to celebrate the formation of the West Region Chapter. All members are cordially invited to attend. For further details contact Cheryl Perreira at 714-974-3227 or Rex D'Costa at 301-540-5828.
DEVOTION TO OUR LADY OF VAILANKANNI. The first Saturday of every month is a day of devotion to Our Lady of Vailankanni at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 4th & Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington D.C. 20017. Holy Mass and Novena Devotions are being celebrated. The devotions started September 7, 1996. Rosary is being said at the Miraculous Medal Chapel at 4.00 p.m. followed by Holy Mass and the novena at the Shrine in the Crypt Church at 4.45 p.m. (Holy Mass will satisfy Sunday Obligations). For more information and to send your intentions and petitions please con- tact Fr. Julian Anthony 202-269-3310 and/or .John Whittle 301-770-6087
WEST REGION CHAPTER HAS BEEN FORMED
Its a long way to California from Calcutta writes Ron Aviet, the inter- nationally famous artist. Ron is from Calcutta now living in Laguna Hills, Orange County, California. So does Cheryl Perreira, formerly from Calcutta now living in Anaheim Hills, Orange County, California. Cheryl as you will recall is doing the Oral History Project. She is a management consultant specializing in government administration. Claire Clarke, a TV and movie script writer, now lives in Los Angeles, California. Claire Clarke had roots in Calcutta. As a child she lived up to the age of 3 with her parents in a house on Elliot Road, Calcutta. Then the family moved to America.
These three once Calcutta Anglo-Indians strangely encounter each other through the Anglo- Indian Voice. Ron Aviet says he came across the article about forming a Chapter of the Anglo- Indian Association in California. He immediately wrote to the President of the Association and gladly offered his services. He then got a letter from the Association introducing him to Cheryl and Claire, whom he had never met. Both Cheryl and Ron had been living in Orange County for about 18 years but never made contact till now. Then Ron made another astounding discovery. Although he had never met Cheryl, he had known her father well. Lawrie Perreira had been his Economics Professor in St. Xavier's College, Calcutta when Ron was studying for his B.A.
On the afternoon of June 4 1996 these three Anglo-Indians from Calcutta, met at a scenic open-air restaurant, in an arts-and- crafts village, where for 8 years Ron Aviet had his paintings on public exhibition, at a lunch table overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Laguna's main beach below. It is here that the threesome conducted an oral history interview and discussed the formation of the West Region Chapter of the Anglo-Indian Association of the United States of America. Very quickly a Steering Committee was formed to frame the by laws, register the Chapter as non-profit, tax exempt organization to organize events, get new members, raise funds and publicize the formation of the Chapter and they set the date for an inauguration. The West Region Chapter will include Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona, Idaho, Utah, Montana l Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico and Texas.
Plans are underway for the celebration of the first annual dinner dance scheduled for November 97 1996. Interest in the Oral History project has grown and interviews are being conducted by Contd. Page 6
Under the Old School Topee
By Hazel Innes Craig
This is a story of British schools in India in the latter half of the 19th century, which provided an English style education for children from mixed backgrounds of race, religion and economic circumstance, from all corners of the Sub-Continent.
The account reminiscences of erstwhile pupils and teachers, col- lected over a period of eight years by the author, who was at a coedu- cational school in Darjeeling, while her twin brother was at a neighbor- ing boys school.
These educational establish- ments with their strong English public-school ethos were a notable feature of 'Anglo-India' life.
Under the Old School Topee can be purchased from the author H. M. Craig, 53 Hill Rise, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 2NY, U.K. by Air Mail for œ13.25 sterling at the equiv- alent U.S.$ bank notes at the cur- rent rate of exchange. Call 301- 540-5828 for details and to obtain your copy of the book
Anglo-Indians everywhere be proud of your heritage. We are honored to present this time, a courageous and indomitable man who gave 50 years of continuous, stimulating leadership to HIS Anglo-Indians everywhere. He is Frank Anthony.
Frank Anthony was born on September 25, 1908 at Jabal- pore. He was educated at Nag- pur University where he attained his degree as a lawyer and prac- ticed law. In 1934 he was nomi- nated by the Central Provincial Government to represent the Anglo-Indian community in the lo- cal Municipal Corporation. In Au- gust of 1942 the leadership of the Anglo-Indian community was thrust upon him.
Here was a leader who toiled for political and cultural survival of the Anglo-Indian Community. He wanted the younger generation of the community to prosper through higher and professional educa- tion. His greatest contribution to the younger generation was the Frank Anthony Scholarships and Awards and he started the Frank Anthony Schools. He instilled am- bition in the minds of our children and helped them seek new fields of employment and entrepreneur- ship. "Do not be hostage to the traditions of the past." he would say. "Go out and seek better jobs." Today, Frank Anthony Schools are the most sought-after schools in India, where English is used as the medium of instruc- tions.
Mr. Anthony won for the com- munity from the Government of India linguistic rights (English) and an Anglo-Indian system of education. In 1945 he tried but failed to obtain concessions for the Anglo-Indians from the British. He was angry, when he wrote the book "Britain's betrayal of the Anglo-Indians". He often encour- aged Anglo-Indians to love and be loyal to India. In 1942 he said, "...the more we love and are loyal to India, the more will India love and be loyal to us..."
His contribution to India was in securing English as the legal lan- guage, which is undoubtedly the chief means of communication in the country creating a bond among the people of India. En- glish is certainly needed in the areas of technology and interna- tional trade.
He was a genius as a speaker. Whether it was in Parliament, in Courts or in a Public Forum, the man was simply astounding. His frank expression, his prophetic speeches and his convincing atti- tude achieved many things. To- day the community is proud be- cause Frank Anthony achieved his goals and fulfilled the tasks he set out to do for his Anglo-Indian community. Our beloved leader is with us no more. He died on December 2, 1993 at the age of 86. May his soul rest in peace.
Credit for this article goes chiefly to the speeches of Major General R.G. Williams, President of the All-Indian Anglo-Indian As- sociation, New Delhi.
The Anglo-Indian Association of the USA welcomes membership worldwide. Membership fees are US $25 for a family and US $15 for a single person. Please contact: Rex D'Costa 18633 Tarragon Way Germantown, MD 20874 USA ADS in This Newsletter are: $25 - Quarter Page $50 - Half Page $100 - Full Page
IMAGINATION!
Our minds have unlimited imagina- tive ways to create our future. By men- tally conceiving any goal, which is imagination, we are lead to achieving it. You must have faith in your ideas and use your own unique talent to express your idea by believing in them.
Too often individuals are bombarded by outside influence through other per- sons, the television, movies, peers and a host of other sources, that tell you what to do to fit into a particular popular mold. It becomes difficult to march to the drum of your own ideas. Success can be achieved if you trust your in- stincts to lead you to the right path.
Imagination is "A journey through your mind." You must look at the ways that mental visualization can help you see into the future possibilities. Imagi- nation provides limitless adventure and excitement. By tapping into this ability to "travel", you are able to see what the possibilities are for life.
Imagine that:
Optimism.... An optimist is some- one who tells you to cheer up when everything is going his way.
Friendship.... Never explain - your friends do not need it, and your ene- mies will not believe it anyway.
Achievement... The man who rows the boat generally doesn't have time to rock it.
Advertising... He who has a thing to sell and goes and whispers in a well, is not so apt to get the dollars as he who climbs a tree and hollers.
Experience... Experience enables you to recognize a mistake when you make it again.
Business... We are all manufactur- ers. Some make good, others make trouble and still others make excuses.
Success... If you have tried to do something and failed, you are vastly better off than if you tried to do nothing and succeeded.
Believe in your abilities and learn to take personal responsibility through imagination and pride to accomplish your goals. Frank Anthony did!
AROUND THE WORLD
Bangalore, India: Reunion IV will be upon us before you know it. Joss Fernandez, President, Anglo-Indian Guild of Bangalore has sent us undated information.
Day 1, Monday, January 12, 1998 Inauguration at 5:00 p.m. Concele- brated Ecumenical Service by the Archbishop of Bangalore and other Bishops. Guests at the Formal Inauguration will be the Honorable Prime Minister of India and/or the Honorable Chief Minister of Kar- nataka. Followed by a Concert/ Variety Entertainment and Dinner around 8:30 p.m. and an opportu- nity to mingle.
Day 2, Tuesday, January 13, 1998 A day of rest and relaxation with the possibilities of shopping, visit- ing local residents and playing golf.
Day 3, Wednesday, January 14,
1996. Sports and picnic.
9 00 a.m. March Past.
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Hockey
Matches. Teams will be chosen
from the West (U.K., Canada and
U.S.A.); East (Australia and New
Zealand); and India. Eight men
and 3 women will be chosen to a
side. Only 3 teams will compete.
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Cricket
Match for men only 15 overs to a
side: India (Home team) Vs.
Others. There will be throwball/
Tennekoit. Food and drinks will
be available
Day 4, Thursday, January 15, 1996. Symposium. Unity Spe- cial Honor Roll (in a separate Hall)
Introduction of the Anglo-Indian Flag and adoption of the Anglo- Indian "Anthem" or Signature Tune for the Community to unite under one banner. Suggested Designs/Lyrics Music and other suggestions from Anglo-lndan
Associations worldwide cont. pg 7
The Recipe
Chicken Vindaloo: Ingredients: 1/2 cup yogurt 2 Ibs Chicken 4 cloves garlic 1 lb. -potatoes 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 2 medium onions 2 Tbsp dried parsley 2 cups hot water 1.1/2 fresh ginger 3 tomatoes(Sliced) 2 Tbsps. curry powder* Salt to taste *Make your own curry powder mix. De tails on page 6. Method: Boil potatoes. Cut in half. Mince the garlic, onions, and ginger. Mix them with the pars- ley, salt, curry powder and yogurt. Take half of this mixture and mix with the potatoes and chicken and allow to stand for 2 hours. Fry the remainder of the onion mixture in vege etable oil. Add turmeric, tomatoes and fry for a few minutes. Add the cut chicken, mix thoroughly and cook for 10 minutes. Add the 2 cups of hot water, bring to a boil, lower heat, cover and cook until chicken is tender. This should take about an hour and a half. Add the seasoned potatoes to the chicken.. Add a little more hot water, if needed. Sim mer for 30 minutes and serve hot for 4 hungry people.
A Little of America, A Little of India
Along the 4 by-ways described below, there are no small miracles, only big ones. Bubbling mud pots, thousand foot high stone columns, ancient volcanoes, these roads are like no others. On these roads, you'll see sights you won't see anywhere else. You don't need signs or interpretive displays to point them out. You'll know when you're there.
Arizona/Utah - U.S. 163, Monument Valley. For more than 40 miles from Kayenta, Arizona to Mexican Hat, Utah, US 163 crosses a vast, arid rangeland marked by red sandstone mesas. In Mystery Valley, lonely monoliths, some more than 1,000 feet high, jut up from the earth. The route also passes the Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, regarded as a sovereign nation with its own laws and customs for visitors. You cannot carry or drink alcohol and should ask permission of the Native American residents before photographing them, their possessions, or their homes.
California - S.R 374/S.R 190 Death Valley National Monument Mile after mile of alkali hell - that's what Death Valley seemed like to the fortune hunters headed for California in the Gold Rush of 1849. Today, their fear lives on in the places they named: Funeral Mountains. Badwater. Furnace Creek. You will see huge dunes, sculpted rocks, and volcanic craters. Near Zabriskie Point. the canyons change color hour by hour with shifting sunlight. Attempt this drive from November to April; temperatures reach a hellish 134 degrees Fahrenheit.
California - Avenue of the Giants The giants here are redwoods - brobdingnagian trees growing 300 feet tall or higher, dwarfing oaks and maples on the surrounding hillsides. The 33- mile road between Phillipsville and Pepperwood parallels U.S. 101 and follows the Eel River through Humbolt Redwoods State Park.
Florida - U.S. 1 Overseas Highway This is as close as you can come to sailing without getting wet. For 83 miles from Marathon to Key West, U .S. 1 crosses the blue-green Gulf of Mexico and links the Florida Keys. You drive from white-sand isle to white-sand isle, quite literally over open water. In some places, old bridges parallel the new ones; they make great fishing spots.
Hauz Khas Village south of Delhi A small village known as Hauz Khas was built around the thirteen hundreds. Situated in a quiet corner of Delhi this Village Complex provides the flavor of a typical Indian village. In a spacious courtyard, the complex comes to life. A cultural show is enacted every evening for tourist. The show comprises of various items drawn from different parts of India. The pick of the show is an Indian bride who is presented at the end of the show. She represents any of the various states in India, be it Rajasthan, Punjab, Tamil Nadu or any other. She appears as a fairy landing straight from heaven!
The cultural events were planned by the Delhi Tourism Development Corporation in collaboration with the Bistro Village Restaurant Complex. This program is extremely popular with foreign tourists. The package cost about ten dollars (Rupees 330.00).
There are classical dances from the various states of India, tribal folk dances, martial arts and drum beats. The artists are drawn from different parts of the country for an authentic regional flavor. After the cultural program dinner is served by the restaurants in the area. Food is catered to all tastes, Mughlai, Continental, South Indian and others. For the younger generation there is a disco and for enjoyment of authentic Indian music there are ghazals and qawallied. The restaurant are open till midnight.
So, there you have it, a little of America and a little of India. Hope you can visit these places in the future and enjoy.
General Body Meeting and Picnic On May 26, 1996
The Annual General Body and Picnic at Parklawn Recreation Center on May 26, 1996 was to celebrate our sixth an- niversary. Inspite of darkening skies and impending rain we had a quorum. Members were updated on our fabulous progress and they were informed that pressure of deadlines and volume of volunteer work needed to accomplish our goals forced us to increase the com- mittee to nine members including the President. Gordon Paniker was elected as Vice President by a vote of the major- ity and Montrose D'Souza was unani- mously elected as Assistant Secretary. Amendments were circulated to the members more than 30 days before the meeting. These amendments were en- acted for the benefit and smooth running of our association.
At the meeting there were criticisms and vociferous objections were raised. The President and committee have been working over and above their call of duty. Those who served in similar capacities are well aware that very often it proves to be a thankless task. If you wonder why people do it despite being harassed and maligned, it is because there are some rewarding moments. Recently we were successful in getting help from US Congresswoman Connie Morella and US Senator Paul Sarbanes for an Anglo-Indian boy in Madras. Be- sides, the community get togethers are nostalgic to say the least. Children and adults having a great time at our get- togethers, is a reward beyond explana- tion. We volunteer our services with pride and honesty for the welfare and well-being of Anglo-Indians in the US and worldwide. Sometimes it is impos- sible to please everybody.
Continuous rain forced postpone- ment of the picnic from May 26 to July 14, at the Valley Mill grounds, East Ran- dolph Road. We played cricket and volley ball, had sack races for all ages, and lime and spoon races for the chil- dren. There was a lot of food, fun and laughter. Everybody had a wonderful time.
Off to College
Winette and Marlene Hodges, two beautiful girls are off to col- lege to Toronto, Canada.
The Hodges are a closeknit Anglo-Indian family, so parting is difficult. William said, "It is diffi- cult to see the girls leave for col- lege." He continued with a lump in his throat, "They are big girls now, they must get an education and learn to take care of them- selves." Winette and Marlene are going to Ryerson Polytechnic Uni- versity. William made the long trip in his van to Toronto, Canada with Annette, his wife and the children, Winette, Marlene, Chrisy and Billy, on Tuesday, August 27, 1996 to drop off the girls.
Winette, being the eldest han- dled the impending transition with courage. She said, 'We were planning on going to England, but picked Canada, since it was closer to home." Winette is pur- suing her studies in Nursing, while Marlene will major in Busi- ness. Both the girls are bright and studious and are bound to do well. Winette and Marlene, we will miss you. Keep in touch. Winette and Marlene can be reached at:
Winette Hodges, Box 238, Marleen Hodges, Box 501 Pitman Hall, 1 60 Mutual St., Toronto, Ont. M5B 2K3, Canada
Montrose D'Souza, the Assis- tant Secretary of the Anglo-Indian Association of the USA is also off to College. He is attending the University of Maryland at Col- lege Park, Maryland. After serv- ing over two years in the U.S. Navy, Monty is pursuing his edu- cation in computers. His par- ents, Trevelyn and Yasmin and his sister, Shireen will miss his towering (Monty is over six feet tall) presence at home, but his mother, Yasmin breathes a sigh of relief, "Thank God," she says, "he lives in the College Park Campus, close to. home." Monty will continue to serve on the committee. We need his help and guidance, especially in preparing the newsletter and his expertise in computers.
West Region Chapter Contd from Page 2
Anglo-Indian volunteers in the U.S., Canada, England and Australia. There is also considerable enthusi- asm for charitable and scholarship activities to benefit disadvantaged Anglo-Indians in India.
Inspite of the distances of mem- bers in the West Coast of the US, the hectic pace and family commit- ments, the West Region Chapter see the value of establishing a strong, viable association to keep the community connected, the cul ture alive and accomplish the mis- sion of the Association. California is indeed a long way from Calcutta - but through the West Region Chapter we are linked to our Anglo-Indian roots and memories of our heritage.
Curry Powder Mix
1/2 Cup ground turmeric 1/2 Cup coriander seeds 5 Tbsps. black peppercorns 1 Tbsp. whole cloves 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 2 Tbsps. cumin seeds 2Tbsps.shelled cardamom seeds 1 Tbsp. mace 1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon 1 Tbsp. fenugreek seeds 112 Tbsp. ground ginger
Place in coffee grinder and grind to fine powder. Use jar to store
Around The World continued from pg 4
Day 5, Friday, January 16, 1998. Rest & Relax. Sightseeing and shopping.
Day 6, Saturday, January 1 7, 1998. Thanksgiving Service. Farewell Ball. Floor Show/Model and Talent Contests. Dance Com- petitions/Prizes. All night glamour and glitter. Excellent Bands in attendance.
Other details of interest:
Accommodation: There are 5 star and 3 star hotels in Bangalore. Specific details for reservations and rates will be provided on re- quest.
Travel: Air India offers direct flights to Bangalore. Check with your travel agent for other airlines and for the best rates.
Prices for events: US$100.00 per person covers entry to all events and charges for children below 18 years are US$50.00 per child. Costs for individual events are be- ing negotiated. We will keep you posted on details as we receive them. Anyone wanting other de- tails please contact Rex D'Costa at 301 -540-5828.
Melbourne, Australia: We are on the World Wide Web (WWW). Adrian Gilbert has linked us to The Anglo-Indian Home Page on the Internet. You can access this in- formation on the internet by typing: http://elespress.monash.edu.au/ ijais/ On the Anglo-Indian Home Page you will find the International Journal of Anglo-Indian Studies, publications by Dr. Gloria J. Moore, a bibliography compiled by Bert Payne of California, USA, in- formation on several Associations throughout the world including our newsletter the Anglo-Indian Voice and the Oral History Project by Cheryl Perreira. Adrian Gilbert who put this information on the internet is a young man from Mel- bourne, Australia. Adrian is Anglo-Indian born in East Pak- istan, now Bangladesh. He stayed briefly in Calcutta and then emi grated to Melbourne in 1972. Adrian just submitted his Ph.D thesis after studying at the De- partment of Anthropology and Sociology at Monash University. Adrian says, "The Anglo-Indian Home Page and the International Journal of Anglo-Indian Studies attempts to help maintain our distinct Anglo-Indian heritage. This is because they provide au- thors and researchers with an opportunity to have their work published and to gain an interna- tional audience." Are you writing a book about Anglo-Indians or are you simply curious? We recommend when surfing the web to look at "THE ANGLO- INDIAN HOME PAGE".
Congratulations are in order to Dr. Gloria J. Moore of Mel- bourne for receiving her Phd. in Australian Literature. Dr. Moore says in her letter to us, "I trust this inspires many more of our people to strive for higher educa- tion."
Perth, Australia: Reggie Ma- her writes in the A. l. l. News, "If anybody wants to know about Anglo-Indians, here is a gold mine of information." He refers to the tapes, "What it means to be an Anglo-Indian", and he adds that no true Anglo-Indian should be without these tapes. "These tapes," Mr. Maher says, "should grace every Anglo-Indian home and also the home of anyone who wishes to know about Anglo-Indians." Here is an op- portunity for those writing about Anglo-Indians. Get your tapes from The Australian Anglo-Indian Association (Inc.) P.O. Box 8085, Perth Business Center, Perth, Western Australia 6849.
Toronto, Canada: 'The times they are a changing". The editorial committee of Anglo- Indians In Touch (AIIT) bid a fond farewell to their editor, Mervyn Gaynor, of fourteen years. Merv, resigned on July 11, 1996. Merv is organizing the Anglo-Indian Association of Canada. Everyone wish Merv the very best in his new venture and he will succeed.
Merv has appealed for your help. Merv's message is: "I earnestly appeal to you to join us in this great venture into the future - the formation of "The Anglo- Indian Association of Canada" - you can help by enrolling and persuading all known Anglo-Indians to do likewise." We request members to join. Call Merv at 416-245-1775 or send your donations and membership fees of $10.00 per family or $5.00 single person to The Anglo-Indian Association of Canada, P.O. Box 47007, 2225 Erin Mills Park- way, Mississauga Ontario L5K 2P0.
Calcutta, India: Courtesy of The Anglo-Indian Newsletter. Mrs. Gillian R. D'Costa-Hart has been renominated, for the second time as the Anglo-Indian MLA of West Bengal. This nomination has been welcomed by the Anglo-Indian community in Calcutta and confirmed by the secretary of the National Forum of Anglo-Indian Associations. For her renomination Mrs. Hart received the Guardian of Community Award from Melvyn Brown at the Calcutta Rangers Club. NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: We congratulate Mrs. Gillian R. D'Costa- Hart on her renomination and wish her success.
Someone, please send us the ad- dress of the National Forum of Anglo- Indian Associations in India and the ad- dress of The All-India Anglo-Indian As- sociation in New Delhi. Thank you!
British Colombia, Canada: The Anglo-Indian Social Club of British Colombia has been formed. It is slowly but surely moving ahead and doing ex- ceedingly well. Their tea party on April 28, 1996 was well attended. The sub- scribers to the club agreed to continue to arrange successful social events and to increase the number of subscribers (they have 56 subscribers so far); they encourage all Anglo-Indians to join the club. If you are interested in receiving their newsletter, please write to Geoff Hayes, 11042 Upper Canyon, North Delta - B.C. V4E 2M5, Canada.