Lambda Society of Michiana, introduction letter, 1973
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A typewritten fact sheet detailing the Lambda Society of Michianas status as a social organization dedicated to organizing activities for their community, which is left unidentified. The society organized social events for LGBTQ adults in St. Joseph County, Indiana. 1973. Note: The letter is crumpled. LAMBDA SOCIETY OF MICHIANAWhat are we?We are a service organization intended to improve and promote social activities for the community. We wish to remain non-profit and non-politically oriented.What services?Initially, we will sponsor monthly social events. These may include picnics, dances, hayrides, parties, trips or other indoor and outdoor events for all seasons. We will also circulate a monthly newsletter for information on local events and happenings.Why?We are human beings who are entitled to wholesome social activities beyond meeting at a dark bar. Yet little can be done in small groups except to organize for the larger community. We hope to provide an opportunity for people to meet, have fun, make friends, and openly expand their social life, because no one else will do it.For whom?As in many groups, success can only be achieved by support from the community they service, and your help is needed.How?In this case, money does little good. What we need are members to give ideas and a little spare time in organizing and assisting in the events they themselves plan. Aside from that, we need participation at the events the members plan. For example, we can’t have a dance if no one will be there, nor a newsletter if no one will read it.VOLUNTEER TODAY TO HELP US (Give name, address, and phone)Also give name, address, for monthly newsletter.In South Bend, call Bill 288-4567In Elkhart, call Jim 293-8046 |
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| Origin: | 1973 |
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http://michianamemory.sjcpl.org/cdm/ref/collection/p16827coll12/id/114 |
| Collection: |
LGBTQ Collection |
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| Subjects: |
Gay men--Legal status, laws, etc.--Indiana Lesbians--Legal status, laws, etc.--Indiana Gay culture--Indiana Clubs--Indiana--South Bend |
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