[Blindtlk] History of Presidential Releases

[Peter Donahue]

Hello everyone,

    Some recent discussions concerning the presidential release prompted me 
to wonder a few things. Perhaps some of you know the answer. Here are my 
questions:

1. When were presidential releases first produced and sent to local 
chapters?
2. Was it Dr. TenBroek, or Dr. Jernigan who first began distributing 
presidential releases to our affiliates?


    Knowing something about the history of presidential releases would be 
great to know and will help all members understand their importance and how 
they help us spread the word of the federation among the blind community and 
how they keep us connected wherever we are in this great land.

Peter Donahue


"Will you come and awake our lost land from its slumber
      And her fetters we'll break, links that long are encumbered.
      And the air will resound with hosannas to greet you
      On the shore will be found gallant Irishmen to greet you."
Will You Come to the Bower
Traditional Irish Folk Song