Annal of The Pennsylvania Society in its One Hundred and Seventeenth Year

Published Spring, 2016 Purpose of The Pennsylvania Society as set forth in the Year Book published in 1901

The Pennsylvania Society of New York was organized on April 25, 1899, and now numbers three hundred and eleven members. One hundred and thirteen members were added to the roll in the year 1900. Its specific objective, as stated in its constitution, is to “cultivate social intercourse among its members, and to promote their best interest; to collect historical material relating to the State of Pennsylvania, and to keep alive its memory in New York.” Its work thus falls naturally into two divisions. Its social side is maintained by the Annual Dinner and meetings held for social purposes. Its historical aim is expressed not only in the intent to collect historical material, but more especially by its purpose to keep alive the memory of Pennsylvania in New York. Even if the Society did no more than recall to its members the State from which they came, its great past, its wonderful present, the possibilities of its future, it would accomplish a good and useful purpose that would more than justify its existence. But the relationship of the Society to the State of Pennsylvania and to the country at large is much more important than this. The State that contains within its borders the Hall in which the Declaration of Independence was signed, and on whose soil the Battle of Gettysburg was fought, yields precedence to no other. Its early history, its wise and great founder, the active part its people took in the war for Independence, and the subsequent history of the Commonwealth, are among the most precious possessions of the American nations. It is the good name of the State of Pennsylvania, its good deeds and its good men, that The Pennsylvania Society of New York is concerned with; and its annual festivals and meetings rest upon this foundation. To preserve the good name and the fair fame of the State, and to aid in promoting those causes and methods which tend to that end, is the real work of the Society, and it invites every son of Pennsylvania residing in New York, or in places adjacent to it, who values these things, to join with it in fulfillment of this purpose. The Society stands on the threshold of its career. Its influence and its activity are limited only by the number of its members. With an increased membership its work will be broadened, and its purpose furthered to a greater extent than heretofore. ■ 117th Sp2016 PAS Annal_BRD_Final.qxp_117 Annal 3/3/16 3:08 PM Page 1

A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

The vision of The Pennsylvania Society has always action and involvement. been, in the broadest view, to add to the greater good We have maintained our in the Commonwealth and by extension, our nation, traditions but rendered and indeed, the entire world. Whether we articulate them relevant to today’s this vision by contributing to a charity, by encouraging world. Because we have scholarship among our young people, by commending embraced the future and a distinguished Pennsylvanian or by presenting a the potential that it represents, we have become an Gold Medal, we celebrate together the things that have integral and influential part of it. made us a great state in the past and the things that For the past two years, I have enjoyed the support will make us even greater in the years to come. of many fine Pennsylvanians, Society members We are an organization of some two thousand diverse and officers. Serving as President of this great souls and hearts with a united purpose. Together, we organization has been a rich and satisfying are building upon the work of our best and brightest experience. I am proud of the work we have done to strengthen the bonds that already join us and lay together and look forward to all that the future the foundation of a bright and vibrant future. may bring to The Pennsylvania Society. Today, the world in which we live is simultaneously much larger and much smaller than the one in which our founders lived. It is smaller in the sense that its

most distant journeys are no longer measured in Sincerely, miles or months, but in keystrokes and nanoseconds. Yet it is immeasurably larger in the scope and variety of possibilities and opportunities it has to offer. Nicholas DeBenedictis It is a world, thanks to you, in which the Society occupies a secure place and plays an ever more important role. The purpose of The Pennsylvania Society as set forth in the 1901 Year Book suggests that the Society’s “work will be broadened and its purpose furthered to a greater extent…” That prediction has come true. The Pennsylvania Society as it exists today in 2016 has extended its reach to cover a far broader spectrum of

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2015 GOLD M EDALIST MARJORIE O. RENDELL

In November 1997, she was elevated to the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. She is the former chair of the Bankruptcy Administration Committee of the Judicial Conference of the United States. In 2011, she was appointed by Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court John Roberts to serve as one of seven members on the national Judicial Panel on Multi District Litigation. Judge Rendell became a Senior Judge on the Court of Appeals on July 1, 2015.

From January 2003 until January 2011, Judge Rendell The Honorable Marjorie O. Rendell is this year’s joint served as First Lady of Pennsylvania. In keeping with recipient of the Gold Medal of The Pennsylvania Society. the extensive responsibilities and public role of the Judge Rendell’s accomplishments as a successful position, Judge Rendell focused her considerable attorney and mediator, distinguished federal judge and abilities on many issues and causes. Her primary focus First Lady of the Commonwealth represent the output was imparting civic responsibility to Pennsylvania’s of a unique and talented jurist, multifaceted civic leader children through civic learning. She formed and committed citizen of the Commonwealth. PennCORD — the Pennsylvania Coalition for Representative Democracy — and travelled around the Marjorie “Midge” Rendell was born and raised in Commonwealth promoting the importance of civic Wilmington, Delaware, the daughter of DuPont education in our schools. In 2014, she and Governor executive and attorney John Osterlund and Mary Ed Rendell founded The Rendell Center for Civics and Baldwin Osterlund. Her grandfather, Otto W. Civic Engagement, a non-profit corporation housed at Osterlund, who was President of the Belmont Trust the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Company and of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy Pennsylvania to continue that work. Today, the Center and Science, was a prominent Philadelphian and a continues to promote the importance of informed member of The Pennsylvania Society from 1929 – 1939. citizenship to elementary school students. After graduating from Ursaline Academy in Wilmington, She has served on the boards of numerous civic and Midge Rendell attended the University of Pennsylvania. charitable organizations, including the Visiting Nurse She completed her undergraduate degree at Penn and Society of Philadelphia, Avenue of the Arts, Inc., graduated cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa in 1969. In 1973, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Trustees she received her Juris Doctor degree from the Villanova of the University of Pennsylvania, and the Board of University School of Law. From Villanova, she joined the Overseers of the Penn Nursing School. law firm of Duane, Morris & Heckscher, where she specialized in bankruptcy law and commercial litigation, Judge Rendell resides in the East Falls section of building a reputation as an astute and talented litigator. Philadelphia. She enjoys spending time with her son, Judge Rendell remained with the firm for twenty years, Jesse, daughter-in-law, Beka, and their two children, and subsequently became only the second woman Dean and Rosalind. partner in the firm’s history.

In 1994, Marjorie Rendell was appointed by President Bill Clinton as a judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

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2015 GOLD M EDALIST EDWARD G. RENDELL

Edward Gene Rendell, joint recipient of the 2015 But four years Gold Medal of The Pennsylvania Society, has served later, he re-entered the people and communities of Pennsylvania the public arena throughout his personal and professional life. As with a second bid Philadelphia’s District Attorney, he built a reputation as to serve as mayor. a tireless and determined prosecutor. As Mayor of the This time he City, he turned an overwhelming budget deficit into succeeded, five successive years of budget surpluses. And, during becoming the 121st his two terms as Pennsylvania’s Governor, he brought Mayor of the City important strategic and operational changes to the of Philadelphia. leadership and administration of state government, as While in office, he overcame a $250 million deficit, well as renewed commitments to education, healthcare balanced the budget, reduced business and wage taxes, and economic development. and strengthened services to the public.

Ed Rendell was born in New York City on January 5, Following his two terms as mayor, Rendell served as 1944, the second son of Jesse and Emma Sloat Rendell. General Chair of the Democratic National Committee He lived there with his parents and older brother Robert. during the 2000 presidential election. After the election, For most of his youth he attended private school, he worked again in private practice with the firm of graduating in 1961 from Riverdale Country Day School, Ballard, Spahr, Andrews & Ingersoll, while an institution whose alumni included President John F. simultaneously teaching courses in government and Kennedy and Senator Robert F. Kennedy. politics at the University of Pennsylvania.

Following high school graduation, Ed Rendell moved to Then, in 2002, Ed Rendell again ran for Governor, this Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania. time winning the office to become Pennsylvania’s 45th At Penn, he was deeply involved in school government Chief Executive. Rendell’s administration invested more and was a member of the Pi Lamda Phi fraternity. than $2.8 billion in an economic stimulus program to After graduation in 1965, he enrolled in the Villanova create jobs, encourage business growth and promote University School of Law, earning his Juris Doctor community revitalization. He stressed efforts to make in 1968. state government less costly and more responsive.

After law school, he joined the Philadelphia District In 2011, after serving for two terms, Ed Rendell left the Attorney’s office, working for then District Attorney Governor’s residence and returned home to Arlen Specter, eventually becoming Chief of the Philadelphia. There, in addition to private practice, he homicide unit, a post he held until 1974. The following has worked as a consultant and political analyst and year, Rendell ran against the incumbent District wrote a popular memoir entitled A Nation of Wusses. Attorney, F. Emmett Fitzpatrick, and was elected as the He and Midge continue to work jointly to support youngest District Attorney in Philadelphia history. and promote the efforts of the Rendell Center for During his two consecutive terms in the office he Citizenship and Civics, an organization they launched focused on prosecuting career criminals and developing together in 2012. productive interactions with the people of the city. Governor Rendell lives in the East Falls section of In 1986 and 1987, Rendell mounted unsuccessful Philadelphia, where he continues to play an active campaigns, first for Governor, and then for Mayor of and often outspoken part in the issues of the day. Philadelphia, after which he went into private practice.

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THE ONE HUNDRED SEVENTEENTH A NNUAL DINNER

DECEMBER 12, 2015 WALDORF A STORIA-- N EW Y ORK

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To begin the holiday celebration marking the 117th Annual Dinner of The Pennsylvania Society, a lively and spirited group of formally clad attendees made their way through the Waldorf Astoria’s Silver Corridor to gather for cocktails and conversation in the hotel’s East Foyer. There, in the warm and softly reflected glow of holiday lights, the very faces of guests seemed to shine with a light of their own. Every laugh echoed like a ringing holiday bell; every smile seemed a carol or song. Shoulder to shoulder, scores of revelers told one another their tales of the year just past and shared their hopes for the New Year soon to begin. Whether renewing bonds with old friends, or forging connections with new ones, the spirit of the season seemed to be everywhere. It floated in the air of the reception like an incense of evergreen or the distant jingling of sleigh bells. In what seemed like only moments, the doors to the ballroom swung open and the evening program began.

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OPENING CEREMONIES

Opening the evening’s program in her fifteenth year as Executive Director of the Society, Ms. Carol Fitzgerald offered a gracious welcome to the more than 1500 guests seated at their tables.

“The sight of all of you gathered here tonight in this splendid and glowing ballroom makes a joyful season even more joyful, and a special evening even more special,” she began, noting that this night is special for everyone for many different reasons. “For our members it is a time to re-affirm our friendships, our mutual affection, and our shared interests,” said Ms. Fitzgerald. “For our Society leadership, it is a time to reflect upon where we have been and to look ahead to where we are going.” Noting that it is an evening for accolades and acknowledgments, she continued, “For those whose achievements we honor tonight, it is a time to take pride in the great work they have done.” She conveyed her gratitude to Pennsylvania Society President Nicholas DeBenedictis and the Members of Council for their invaluable leadership and support.

“Tonight we share more than membership in a great organization,” she concluded. “We share a history. We share a mission. And we share a future that is full of possibilities.”

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INTRODUCTION OF HONORED GUESTS

Executive Director Fitzgerald then began the introduction of Society Council members and special guests, beginning with those already seated on the dais, as well as those seated at tables on the ballroom floor. She announced the formal procession of honored guests as they mounted the stage. United States Senators Robert P. Casey, Jr. and Patrick J. Toomey, Society President Nicholas DeBenedictis, and former Pennsylvania Governors Tom Ridge, Mark Schweiker and Tom Corbett were among those to take their seats in the first row. Ms. Fitzgerald then welcomed the 2016 Gold Medal honorees, the Honorable Marjorie O. Rendell and former Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell.

THE NATIONAL ANTHEM

When all of the honored guests had been seated, Carol Fitzgerald introduced Mr. Kevin Pierce. “For more than two decades, he served the people of the Commonwealth as a dedicated officer of the Pennsylvania State Police,” said Ms. Fitzgerald. “Today he continues to serve the Commonwealth with his wonderful singing voice.” She invited the audience to stand, as Kevin Pierce sang the National Anthem, followed by his stirring rendition of God Bless the U.S.A.

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OPENING REMARKS BY THE “In recognition of that scholarly tradition,” he said, SOCIETY’S PRESIDENT, “the Society plans to broaden our mission regarding NICHOLAS DEBENEDICTIS education. We have done so because we recognize that an investment in learning is an investment in Pennsylvania Society President Nicholas DeBenedictis Pennsylvania’s economic future.” then stepped to the podium to offer his own welcome to the evening’s attendees and special guests. “Our world has Mr. DeBenedictis then invited the audience to join changed in dramatic and exciting ways over the past him in the traditional Pennsylvania Society toast to 117 years,” he said, “and I am proud to say, that this the President of the United States and a toast to the organization has responded and adapted to those changes. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Society has been faithful to our mission of promoting good will and understanding… of honoring achievement and rewarding excellence in the business and civic world…and faithful to our mission of celebrating public service to our communities and to our Commonwealth.”

President DeBenedictis noted that the Society had a long tradition of learning and scholarship among its membership. He alluded to the successful ten years of the Society’s Benjamin Franklin Scholarship Award Program, and to a new scholarship program being launched this year in partnership with the Maguire Foundation.

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PRESIDENT DEBENEDICTIS CONTINUES

The Society President then acknowledged the presence on the dais of Pennsylvania’s two United States senators - Robert P. Casey, Jr. and Patrick J. Toomey – and four former governors – Tom Ridge, Mark Schweiker, Ed Rendell and Tom Corbett. He also asked for a round of applause for former governor Dick Thornburgh, who was unable to attend the evening’s event.

“Governor Tom Wolf was expected to join us,” said Mr. DeBenedictis, “but due to the budget situation in Harrisburg, the governor asked if I would read his remarks to you this evening.”

PRESIDENT DELIVERS GOVERNOR WOLF’S REMARKS

The governor’s written remarks began with an expression of his regret at not being able to attend the Society’s Holiday Dinner. “Tonight is a celebration of a number of things worth celebrating. I want to point out three of them. First, The Pennsylvania Society is a celebration of Pennsylvania. Second, it’s a celebration of the core democratic values that, while they occasionally display our differences, more often unite us. And finally, it’s a great time to celebrate the people, in this case former governor Ed Rendell and Judge Midge Rendell, who give life to both our Commonwealth and our democracy.”

Governor Wolf’s remarks went on to cite Pennsylvania’s importance in the establishment of our nation. “The Declaration of Independence was drafted and signed in Philadelphia and reaffirmed – in blood – fourscore and seven years later in Pennsylvania at the Battle of Gettysburg.” The Governor noted that Pennsylvania is the site of two world-class cities, three great ports, some of the finest educational institutions in the world and great scenic beauty. “While we are all partisans,” he wrote, “we are all faithful stewards of a proud and important tradition of democracy that unites us in a noble cause.”

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PRESIDENT DEBENEDICTIS CONTINUES

Following the Governor’s remarks, Nicholas DeBenedictis paid tribute to former Pennsylvania Society president, Derek Hathaway, who passed away in October. “The Pennsylvania Society lost one of its most admired members,” said Mr. DeBenedictis. “Derek Hathaway was a highly successful business leader and a generous philanthropist. He will be missed and long remembered.”

President DeBenedictis then invited the audience to join him in prayer. “Almighty God, as we gather together in this season of light we are grateful for our many blessings. Help us to always remember those who are hungry and cold, those who are weary and without hope, and those who have lost their way in the world.”

THE EVENING PROGRAM CONTINUES

As dinner progressed, Mr. DeBenedictis introduced the evening’s special musical guests. “Our entertainment this evening is familiar to many of you in the audience. The prize-winning Quaker City String Band is known for its choreography, splendid costumes and, of course, for its wonderful music. Please welcome the Quaker City String Band.” The mummers, clad in feathers, elaborate hats and every color of the rainbow then entertained the audience with a selectionof favorites, including Happy Days Are Here Again, When You’re Smiling and Alabama Jubilee.

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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN SCHOLAR AWARD To honor the 300th Anniversary of the birth of Benjamin Franklin, The Pennsylvania Society established an essay As the Quaker City String Band made its exit, Mr. competition in 2006 called… DeBenedictis returned to the podium to announce the three winners of The Pennsylvania Society’s 2015 Benjamin Franklin Scholar Award. “This is the tenth year for this award,” he said. “This year’s essay competition revealed an abundance of interest and talent among the high school juniors who took part by submitting compositions based upon a quote by Benjamin Franklin.” After announcing the names of the winning essayists, Mr. DeBenedictis noted that the three awards would be presented in person at the next The competition is open to all Pennsylvania high school Society spring luncheon and meeting. students in good standing in their junior year. Applicants are asked to write a 750 word essay on one of Dr. Franklin’s quotes. The 2015 quote was:

“Think of three things, whence you came, where you are going, and to whom you must account.”

Judging was supervised by the Pennsylvania School Board Association; winners will be invited to receive their awards in person at the 2016 Annual Meeting in Scranton in April.

Congratulations to the 2015 recipients of The Benjamin Franklin Scholar Award!

◆ 1st Place: Shelby Nigon Elizabeth Forward High School Elizabeth, Allegheny County

◆ 2nd Place: Jordan Smith West York High School York, York County

◆ 3rd Place: Sarah Richter Council Rock North High School Newtown, Bucks County

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THE PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP

“This is a season of gifts and giving,” President DeBenedictis continued, “and tonight it is my pleasure to share with you a new tradition of giving.” He then announced the advent of The Pennsylvania Society Scholarship with the Maguire Foundation. Mr. DeBenedictis revealed some aspects of the new program, which features a $100 thousand a year, four- year commitment by the Society with matching funds and administration provided by the Maguire Foundation.

“This venture will broaden the scope of our mission, extending it far into the future.” The audience then viewed a short film outlining the details of The Pennsylvania Society Scholarship, after which President DeBenedictis asked everyone to join him in honoring “two extraordinary visionaries and philanthropists – Frances and James Maguire.” Mr. and Mrs. Maguire rose from their table on the ballroom floor and graciously acknowledged the resounding applause accorded them.

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INTRODUCTION OF THE 2015 GOLD MEDAL

President DeBenedictis then set the stage for the presentation of the Society’s Gold Medal. “The Gold Medal of The Pennsylvania Society is presented, as merited, to leaders in art, education, entertainment, sports, politics, science and business,” he said. “It is accompanied by a $50,000 donation from the Society to a Pennsylvania charity of the recipient’s choice.”

“This year,” he continued, “The Pennsylvania Society is honored to present two gold medals to two long-time, dedicated public servants: former Pennsylvania Governor, Edward G. Rendell, and Judge Marjorie O. Rendell. Both of them have been integral and highly visible public figures in our Commonwealth for more than four decades.”

A biographical film presentation then followed, capturing the histories and accomplishments of each of the honorees.

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RESPONSE BY RESPONSE BY MARJORIE O. RENDELL EDWARD G. RENDELL

Judge Rendell first thanked The Governor Rendell then came Pennsylvania Society. “It to the podium to accept his means a lot to me,” she Gold Medal and address said. “My grandfather was the audience. He began a member of the Society by thanking the Society from 1929 to 1939, so it for honoring Judge really is sort of a family Rendell. “Pennsylvania homecoming.” She noted has had many great that, as a federal judge, some First Ladies,” he said, very specific actions had to be “but Midge was exceptional.” taken in order for her to accept the medal, and thanked Mr. Rendell talked about his time in politics and public the Society’s president and executive director for taking service. He noted how much it means to learn that you the required steps. have helped to make life better for our citizens. “It’s a “I am humbled to join the amazing recipients who have wonderful feeling,” he said, “because I get up every come before, and am pleased to receive this award, along morning knowing that I use my talent, energy and drive with Governor Rendell, who has given me the platform, to make people’s lives better. It’s a wonderful way to live. as mayor and governor, to do many of the things that are Would I do it over?” he asked. “You bet I would.” so meaningful to me.” Judge Rendell then mentioned the The former governor then concluded with an appeal Avenue of the Arts, the Kimmel Center, and the Rendell to support education and defeat poverty. He spoke of Center. She spoke of her enthusiasm about taking part in the “renaissance “occurring in many of our cities and the Rendell Center’s activities of “educating the next neighborhoods. “Yet ten minutes away from all these generation of citizens about our democracy and their gleaming towers,” he said, “is some of the worst poverty responsibility to be engaged citizens.” in the United States. We’ve got to do something about Judge Rendell concluded with a salute to James and it.” He commended the Maguire Foundation and the Frances Maguire, as well as to The Pennsylvania Society Society for their support for their dedication to the education of our children. of education but he “Nothing is more important than this,” she said. challenged all to support the effort to make education accessible at all levels.

“Education,” finished Governor Rendell,” is the way out and the way up.”

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PRESIDENT DEBENEDICTIS CLOSES THE PROGRAM

Mr. DeBenedictis thanked both Gold Medal recipients. He reminded everyone that the Society’s Annual Meeting and Luncheon is being held on Friday, April 22nd. “We will be returning, after fifteen years, to the great Pennsylvania city of Scranton. It will be a great day for Scranton and a great day for The Pennsylvania Society.”

He concluded by thanking everyone for their support. “Have a safe and Happy Holiday.”

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THE PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY JOINS WITH THE MAGUIRE FOUNDATION TO INVEST IN PENNSYLVANIA’S FUTURE LEADERSHIP

Citing a growing need to help Pennsylvania students of promise to study, stay, and lead in the Commonwealth, Society President Nicholas DeBenedictis announced a new initiative: The Pennsylvania Society Scholarship Program with the Maguire Foundation.

“Thanks to the generosity and foresight of Jim and Frannie Maguire, as well as the support of our membership, The Pennsylvania Society is doubling the depth of our ability to invest in our future.”

The Maguire Foundation will match up to $100,000 in contributions from the Society and its members each year for four years. Commonwealth high school seniors with a 3.0 grade point average or better, a clear commitment to community service, and a demonstrated financial need will be eligible to apply. Under this arrangement, as many as 25 students could receive up to $8,000 each year at a Pennsylvania college or university toward their undergraduate degree in civics, history or political science.

“Together we have been broadening the scope of our mission in an all - out effort to ensure the effectiveness and longevity of the Society,” said President DeBenedictis. “The Pennsylvania Society Scholarship Program with the Maguire Foundation is a unique opportunity for all of us, as an organization and as individuals with a stake in the future, to play an active role in shaping the communities and the Commonwealth we want our children and grandchildren to live in,” he said.

James J. Maguire, a 2015 recipient of the Society’s Distinguished Citizen of the Commonwealth Award, and his wife Frances, established the Maguire Foundation in 2000 to support education, the arts and humanities, and to confront the challenging issues of hunger and homelessness.

“This innovative program will succeed, in part, because of the proactive financial commitment of our members and friends,” said Mr. DeBenedictis. “In partnership with the Maguire Foundation, it represents our faith in the future, and our intention to play an active part in building it. Ultimately, it gives all of us a voice and an early vote in who will be Pennsylvania’s leaders in the important years to come. We look to our members and friends for their support of this worthy initiative.”

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THE ONE HUNDRED SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL MEETING AND LUNCHEON

A PRIL 24, 2015

T HE B ARNES F OUNDATION

T HE U NION L EAGUE OF P HILADELPHIA

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Philadelphia was the setting for the 117th Annual Meeting and Luncheon of The Pennsylvania Society.

To continue to engage and welcome a youthful demographic, the second 40 under 40 Reception was hosted by President Nicholas DeBenedictis at the Barnes Foundation on the eve of the 117th Annual Meeting. This special lively gathering was extremely well attended by Society members 40 years of age and younger, as well as Members of Council, Sponsors, and special guests. Highlights of the reception included brief remarks by Pennsylvania Lt. Governor Michael Stack and Barnes Executive Director, Thom Collins, along with a raffle conducted by President DeBenedictis. The winner of the drawing, Caleb Pifer, from Erie, happily received two tickets to the 117th Annual Dinner of The Pennsylvania Society.

For its 117th Annual Meeting, The Pennsylvania Society welcomed more than 700 members and guests to the Union League of Philadelphia. The gathering was preceded by an exclusive tour of the Barnes Foundation led by specially trained docents with private access to the celebrated Barnes Collection. The Barnes Collection includes works by some of the greatest masters of impressionism, post impressionism and early modern art, African sculpture, decorative arts and metalwork. In the afternoon, immediately following the Annual Meeting and Luncheon, attendees enjoyed special guided tours of The Union League Clubhouse led by James G. Mundy, Jr., Director of Library and Historical Collections. This unique tour of one of the most symbolic buildings in Philadelphia, included the art, architecture and history of the noteworthy clubhouse.

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OPENING OF THE MEETING PRESIDENT DEBENEDICTIS INTRODUCES SENATORS CASEY President Nicholas DeBenedictis began his welcome AND TOOMEY with thanks to all for their support, noting that this was the largest annual meeting in the history of President DeBenedictis The Pennsylvania Society. acknowledged the presence of the Society’s Members of Council and “This is a unique organization,” he said, “one that has recognized numerous additional weathered the tests of time. Since our founding in the distinguished guests in attendance. twilight of the 19th century, the members of this Society He also extended his thanks to the have borne witness to some of the most dramatic changes sponsors of the day’s meeting, as in history.” He continued, “Together we have seen well as to Thom Collins of the Barnes Foundation, Jim revolutionary advances in science and technology, in Mundy of the Union League and Brian Lockman of PCN. art and industry, in government and education. We have He also thanked Executive Director Carol Fitzgerald, her witnessed the rise and fall of nations, and the growth of assistant Diann Coady, and the many volunteers who opportunities no one could have dreamed of in 1899, helped with the meeting. the year we were founded.” He then continued with two special introductions. “As a Mr. DeBenedictis commented that today’s Society is larger, state, we have been truly fortunate in the caliber of our and more diverse, due to an expansion in its outreach and leadership in Washington DC. And today, we are honored efforts to engage a wider range of membership. “We may by the presence of not one, but both of Pennsylvania’s be an organization with deep roots in the past, but we are United States Senators. They have worked together for also spreading our branches toward the future.” the greater good of our Commonwealth.”

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“Bob Casey was elected to the Senate in 2006, after serving as Pennsylvania’s Auditor General and as State Treasurer. With an overwhelming majority, he was re-elected in 2012 for a second term.

“Senator Pat Toomey represented Pennsylvania’s 15th district in the U.S. House of Representatives for three terms from 1999-2005. He won election to the United States Senate in 2010.”

“Both of our Senators have served our great Commonwealth with honor, distinction, and the courage of their convictions.” Ladies and Gentlemen, the senators from the great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Honorable Robert P. Casey, Jr., and the Honorable Patrick J. Toomey.”

SENATOR CASEY REMARKS

“We are both honored to be here at the Union League with The Pennsylvania Society.” said Senator Casey. “Our state is as well positioned for the future as at any time in our recent history. And much of that has to do with the way we work together.” He remarked that he had been honored to work with Senator Toomey as well as many of the people in attendance, to advance the success of the Commonwealth.

“We are very proud of our state and proud of how The Pennsylvania Society helps us to remember our past. But like Thomas Jefferson, we also believe in the dreams of the future. The Pennsylvania Society gives us an opportunity to come together to celebrate our past and to chart a course for the future.”

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SENATOR TOOMEY REMARKS

Senator Toomey began by affirming that he and Senator Casey have forged a great working relationship. He pointed out that the two of them have combined their efforts to win the confirmation of 15 nominees to the Federal Bench in just four years. “There’s not another state in the Union that can make that claim,” he said.

“I’m delighted to be here today.” Senator Toomey concluded with his congratulations to the day’s honorees.” “I love the way The Pennsylvania Society shines a light on people who are doing a great service to the Commonwealth and beyond.”

PRESIDENT DEBENEDICTIS CONTINUES

Mr. DeBenedictis thanked Senator Casey and Senator Toomey, and then introduced Monsignor Francis W. Beach to offer a blessing before lunch.

“Monsignor Beach served as a Regional Vicar for Philadelphia – North from 1997 until 2007, when he became the Pastor of Saints Simon’s and Jude’s Parish, one of the largest in the Greater Philadelphia area. In 2010, he was appointed Archbishop’s Delegate for Stewardship and Development, becoming Executive Director of the same office in July of 2011. In addition to many other duties, Monsignor Beach serves on the Board of Trustees of the Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia.”

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BLESSING FROM MONSIGNOR BEACH

The Monsignor’s prayer began, “Almighty God, we begin our celebration today by offering You praise and honor, for everything we have comes from Your loving hands… Help each one of us to make a difference in the lives of those we meet. Help us to build bridges within our community, and to treat each person with compassion and respect. May each of us see your face every day as we strive to love one another.”

LUNCH

PRESIDENT LIEUTENANT DEBENEDICTIS GOVERNOR’S REMARKS

INTRODUCES “I’m proud to be a Pennsylvanian,” began Lieutenant LT. GOVERNOR MICHAEL STACK Governor Stack, “and I’m really proud to be a member of The Pennsylvania Society. I look around the room Nicholas DeBenedictis resumed and I see great Democrats, great Republicans, great his place at the podium to Independents, and I think what a great state introduce Pennsylvania’s Pennsylvania is, and what great potential we have.” 33rd Lieutenant Governor. “Michael Stack is a graduate The Lieutenant Governor talked about the importance of LaSalle University and of members of different political parties working the Villanova School of Law. together to get things done. He called for everyone to An active member of the become involved in the process and in planning for the Pennsylvania National Guard, he future of the Commonwealth. served for 13 years in the state senate before his election to the Lieutenant Governor’s post in November 2014. He “We have to invest in our greatest natural resource in is known for his wit, his intelligence and his willingness Pennsylvania, which is our young people, and to invest to fight for what he believes in. in their education.” He finished, “we must all work together to make Pennsylvania one of the greatest Please welcome, Lieutenant Governor Mike Stack. states in America.”

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PRESIDENT DEBENEDICTIS RESUMES

After thanking Lieutenant Governor Stack, President DeBenedictis began the formal business of the 117th Annual Meeting. He introduced the Society’s Executive Director, Ms. Carol Fitzgerald to present the first report.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT

Ms. Fitzgerald began by extending her thanks to President DeBenedictis and the Members of Council for their And we have branded the Society as an inclusive involvement and leadership. “Your work is vital in making organization that offers common ground and make this Society a well-run and productive organization. common purpose. We are indeed a society uniting Your service requires time and commitment, and you have all Pennsylvanians.” all been extremely generous with both.” Carol Fitzgerald then offered her thanks to many She also thanked The Pennsylvania Society members at dedicated participants, including her assistant Diann large. “It is your continued support, your avid interest Coady, and the volunteers and friends who helped to and your participation in the Society’s programs and ensure the success of the Annual Meeting and other events that constitute the very deepest source of our Society events throughout the year. strength as an organization.” She also thanked the staff and management of the Barnes Ms. Fitzgerald reported that Society membership Foundation and the Union League. “We very much continues to grow, as clearly illustrated by the appreciate your willingness to host The Pennsylvania attendance figures at both the Annual Dinner and the Society in your magnificent and awe-inspiring venues.” Annual Meeting. She noted that the attendance at the The Executive Director concluded, “As a Society we are current meeting – 700 members and guests – is the an active force, promoting good deeds, good work, and highest in the Society’s history. She noted that interest good will…always mindful of the Philadelphia motto: and participation in other Society programs, such as the ‘Let brotherly love endure.’” Benjamin Franklin Scholar Award, and the previous evening’s “Forty Under Forty” reception also had continued to climb.

“In short, ladies and gentlemen,” she said, “The Pennsylvania Society is in demand. We have embraced a more diverse demographic than ever before.

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TREASURER’S REPORT NOMINATING COMMITTEE REPORT “My report to you today,” said Society Treasurer Dale High, “is a The Nominating Committee very happy one. I am pleased to say report was presented by that the Society has been prudently committee member and former and economically well-run for Society President, LeRoy S. another year.” He announced that Zimmerman for committee chair, during 2014, the Society increased James E. Nevels. He noted that the revenues in key areas, contained committee met by phone during costs, and gained new sponsorships. Total revenue the month of March, and that all increased by 29.21 percent. Net revenue over costs the actions, recommendations and decisions of the yielded a 16.34 percent surplus. “The Society committee were made by unanimous agreement. Mr. enjoyed an outstanding year,” he concluded. Zimmerman announced the names of the nominees for re-election to Council and for Society officers. “I MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE respectfully submit this report on behalf of the REPORT Nominating Committee,” he finished.

Pennsylvania Society Vice President Roger W. Richards delivered the report of the Membership Committee. Mr. Richards reported that membership as of January 1, 2014, was 2,193, and that by the end of that year, membership had climbed to 2,242.

Vice President Richards concluded, “I’d like to add that membership is always open. We encourage members to sponsor candidates for membership.”

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PRESIDENT DEBENEDICTIS AWARDS PRIZES TO BENJAMIN FRANKLIN SCHOLAR ESSAY COMPETITION WINNERS

“In 2006, the Society initiated a new program in honor of one of America’s founders and a great Pennsylvanian,” said the President. “We call it the Benjamin Franklin Scholar Award. This competition invites Pennsylvania high school juniors to submit an essay based on a quote from Benjamin Franklin.”

Mr. DeBenedictis announced the names of the three winners: Jack You, 1st Place Winner from North Allegheny Senior High School, Allegheny County; Leah Eshelman, 2nd Place Winner from Boiling Springs High School, Cumberland County; Jennifer Catalano, 3rd Place Winner from Council Rock High School North, Bucks County. The second and third place winners who were in attendance were called forward to be recognized. Mr. DeBenedictis reminded the attendees that the three winners had been announced at the 116th Annual Dinner and the cash prizes had been received. President DeBenedictis presented each with a framed citation and a flag in honor of their achievement.

The quote for the 2014 essay competition was:

“Educate your children to self-control, to the habit of holding passion and prejudice and evil tendencies subject to an upright and reasoning will, and you have done much to abolish misery from their future and crimes from society.”

— BENJAMIN F RANKLIN

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DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN OF THE COMMONWEALTH PRESENTATIONS

After the winners had returned to their seats, President DeBenedictis continued. “One of our Society’s most important functions is to acknowledge and honor excellence and achievement. We do this in several ways. One is the Gold Medal of the Society, and another is the Distinguished Citizen of the Commonwealth Award.” He noted that the latter is presented to Pennsylvanians whose actions have been of great benefit to the Commonwealth. He then announced that this year the Society was presenting the award to two remarkable people – Sister Mary Scullion and James J. Maguire.

“Jim Maguire is known far and wide, said the President, “but especially in the Philadelphia region as a self-made businessman, community leader and generous benefactor. He is a champion of education and a model of perseverance in the face of challenges.”

“The Maguire Foundation, which focuses its resources on education, the arts, and the homeless, funds more than 1,000 scholarships every year for students in financial need.”

Mr. DeBenedictis continued. “Sister Mary Scullion is a co-founder and the Executive Director of Project Home, a nationally recognized organization that provides supportive housing, employment, education and healthcare for chronically homeless and low-income persons. She has been involved in service work and advocacy for the homeless and mentally ill since 1978.”

“Sister Mary is one of those rare and precious people who are put on Earth to help, to care for, and to love those among us who need it most. Her faith, her compassion, her vision have helped hundreds of people who were lost, to find their way.”

President DeBenedictis then invited Sister Mary Scullion and James Maguire to come forward and receive the Society’s Distinguished Citizen of the Commonwealth Award. They did so to resounding applause.

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SISTER MARY SCULLION ACCEPTS

“It is with great gratitude and humility that I join you at this very special gathering,” she said. “This honor belongs to the broad community of hope that comprises Project Home.” She commented that the Project is the result of many years of faithful work by people from all walks of life, many of whom, she added, are in attendance on this day. “These are people who have been moved by a vision of compassion, dignity and justice. It’s been a great privilege to be a part of this community,” she said. “And it’s a very special privilege to share this award with a man I admire greatly – Mr. Jim Maguire.”

JAMES MAGUIRE ACCEPTS

“What a great honor it is for me,” said Mr. Maguire, “to be here with Sister Mary Scullion.” He spoke about his personal struggles with a learning disability, describing himself as an academic train wreck, and his military experience during the Korean war. “I learned two things,” he said. “Number one, I learned the value of discipline, and number two, I discovered that I needed to get back to school and get a college education.” Mr. Maguire returned to Saint Joseph’s University, where a Jesuit professor helped him learn to manage his dyslexia. He also met his wife of 57 years – Frannie – with whom he credited much of his success. “I’ve been very blessed in very many ways.” Jim Maguire concluded, “Remember that the race in life is not always to the swift but it’s to those who keep on running.”

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THE PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY SALUTES 50 YEAR MEMBER PRESIDENT DEBENEDICTIS

ANNOUNCES GOLD MEDAL John J. Hopkinson AND CLOSES PROGRAM Wyndmoor, Montgomery County

Nicholas DeBenedictis returned to the podium to thank the two Distinguished Citizens of the Commonwealth honorees and to close the meeting with a special announcement. “Today, it is my privilege as President of the Society, to announce the 2015 recipient of the Gold Medal of The Pennsylvania Society. This year’s honoree is a former district attorney and mayor of Philadelphia, a former chair of the Democratic National Committee and a two-term chief executive of our Commonwealth, none other than Governor Edward G. Rendell.

Mr. DeBenedictis noted that the Gold Medal would be presented at the upcoming 117th Annual Dinner of the Society in New York on December 12, 2015.

“I want to thank everyone for joining us today. The 117th Annual Meeting of The Pennsylvania Society is now adjourned.”

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I N M EMORIAM

SUSAN HIRT HAGEN DEREK C. HATHAWAY

Susan Hirt Hagen passed away in June Former President of The Pennsylvania 2015. She was a popular Erie community Society, Derek C. Hathaway, passed and business leader and the 2010 away in October 2015, after a long Pennsylvania Society Distinguished illness. Mr. Hathaway served as the Citizen of the Commonwealth. Society’s president from 2002-2004. She was the daughter of Erie Insurance He was the long-time head of Harsco co-founder, H.O. Hirt, and the wife of Corporation and a well-known former Pennsylvania Society President community leader. Thomas B. Hagen. Born in Birmingham, England, Mr. A graduate of Wittenberg University, Hathaway co-founded Dartmouth Ms. Hagen also earned her Master’s Investments while still a young man. degree in counseling. She worked as a consultant in group He built the small engineering concern into a successful group of relations and conflict management, eventually forming her own engineering businesses that were purchased by Harsco in 1979. He firm, Hagen, Herr & Peppin. Ms. Hagen served on numerous boards, joined Harsco’s world headquarters in 1984. In 1991, Derek Hathaway including the Erie Indemnity Company and the Erie YMCA and became a U.S. citizen, and in 1994, he was elected Chairman, President was the first female Chairman of the United Way of Erie County. and Chief Executive Officer of Harsco. In addition to leading his She received numerous honors and awards, including Woman of company to large scale international growth with operations in 45 the Year for community service and the Junior League’s Award for countries, Mr. Hathaway was an active and highly respected member Community Service. She was the first recipient of the Susan Hirt of the community. His philanthropy included support for the arts, Hagen Award for “outstanding contributions in helping to stop historical preservation, numerous community projects and medical interpersonal violence.” research. In 2008, he received The Order of the British Empire from Queen Elizabeth II in recognition of his service to industry and charity. Susan Hirt Hagen was 78. Surviving are her husband, Thomas B. Hagen, one son, one daughter and three grandchildren. Derek Hathaway is survived by his wife Margaret, three sons, five grandchildren, a brother and a sister. He was 71 years old.

ELSIE HILLMAN GERALD H. MCGINLEY

Elsie Hillman, active Pennsylvania Society Former Pennsylvania Society Member of member and 1997 Gold Medal Honoree, Council, Gerald H. McGinley, passed stalwart political activist, and dedicated away at his home in Florida in February supporter of the rights of women and 2015. He was 85 years old. Mr. minorities, passed away in August 2015. McGinley was a 1952 graduate of the Admirers from around the commonwealth University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton mourned her loss and testimonies to her School. He was an All-American kindness and grace abounded. linebacker for the Penn Quakers and An advisor to and supporter of centrist was presented in his senior year with Republican governors and senators, the Class of 1915 Award for the Ideal Ms. Hillman was a close friend of former Penn Athlete. Although he was drafted President George H.W. Bush, and was instrumental in helping him carry by the Philadelphia Eagles upon graduation, he enlisted instead in the Pennsylvania in the 1988 election. U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. Along with her husband Henry, Elsie Hillman gave of her time, treasure and At the war’s conclusion, Mr. McGinley began his investment career, energy in support of a multitude of causes. Their gifts and philanthropy serving with the W.R. Grace Company and then with Crown Cork and included the Hillman Cancer Center, which opened in 2002 fueled by a Seal. He worked for Kidder Peabody & Co. for 35 years, concluding his $10 million lead gift. Today, the Center is widely hailed as one of the career as a senior vice president at UBS. world’s leading comprehensive cancer centers. Mr. McGinley was involved with many civic, educational and Elsie Hillman first became involved in politics as a volunteer in Squirrel community causes, and offered particular support to scholar athletes Hill’s 14th ward and eventually became a Republican National by establishing the Edward F. McGinley, Jr. Scholarship Fund at Penn, committeewoman. She gained national recognition for the strength of in honor of his father. He served on the President’s Councils at her convictions and her dedication to helping good people become Penn and at the College of the Holy Cross. qualified candidates. Gerald McGinley’s wife, Patricia, survives him, as well as five children Elsie Hillman is survived by her husband, four children, nine grandchildren and twelve grandchildren. and 14 great-grandchildren. She was 89 years old.

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NEW MEMBERS 2015

Shown below is the number of members in each county. In addition, there are 230 members living in other states and 2 in other countries. 76 Erie 2 3 1 5 1 5 Warren McKean Potter Bradford Susquehanna 0 Tioga 1 Crawford Wayne 0 0 3 0 4 Forest Cameron 0 Wyoming 47 Elk Lackawanna Venango 3 Sullivan 5 5 2 Lycoming Pike Mercer 8 Clinton 76 Clarion 3 Luzerne Jefferson 1 9 1 Monroe 3 12 10 Montour Columbia Lawrence 5 Clearfield 21 Union 3 Butler 3 Centre 2 Carbon Armstrong 4 Northumberland 18 Northampton 4 9 Snyder 1 Schuylkill 49 Beaver Indiana 74 Mifflin 0 Lehigh 203 17 7 Juniata 31 Allegheny Cambria Blair 5 136 61 Berks Perry Dauphin 15 Bucks 15 2 Lebanon Huntingdon Westmoreland 272 21 Montgomery Washington 124 Cumberland 4 52 82 2 Lancaster Chester 389 8 Bedford 0 6 23 78 Somerset Philadelphia 7 Fayette Fulton Franklin 3 York Delaware Greene Adams

We welcome the 61 new members joining the Society in 2015. Members in Adams Erie Philadelphia Other States Other States Jamie Fleet Susan Paradise Baxter Kevin J. Cafferky 3 Arizona Joanne M. Hanley James W. Martin Con. Gen. Andrea Canepari Delaware 9 California Benjamin J. Connors Perry M. Ratliff Allegheny Fayette 3 Colorado Peter M. Grollman 7 Connecticut Dawn Fuchs Jerry Taggart Dist. of Columbia Daniel J. Kessler Julie Ann Busta 23 District of Columbia Bobbi Jo Leber Lehigh Patricia Martin Kenneth Lynch 4 Delaware J. Kevin McMahon W. James Ludlow David W. Mills 30 Florida Tony J. Powell Virginia Bucks Mark C. Reed Geoffrey J. Michael 3 Georgia Diana L. Ramsay Vincent Sorgi Wadell Ridley 1 Hawaii Chester Luzerne Maria Frizelle Roberts Washington 1 Idaho Bryan Douglas Bechler 2 Illinois Brian G. Blair Thomas Botzman, Ph.D. Marvin Samson 1 Kentucky Fred Schulz Gary J. Swartz , Jr. Sr. Mary Scullion Zachary C. Shaffer 1 Louisiana Cumberland Montgomery Marc S. Stein 2 Maine Alexander A. Baloga Teresa Bryce Bazemore Peter Yaffe 11 Maryland John M. Callahan Amara M. Briggs 2 Massachusetts Pike Dauphin Matthew D. Michael 1 Michigan Nicole Patrisso 2 Missouri Judith A. Eschberger William H. Pugh, IV William H. Pugh, V Snyder 1 Montana Dr. A. Craig Hillemeier 1 Nebraska Paige Macdonald-Matthes Robert I. Tuteur JoAnn Lawer Elizabeth Vale 1 Nevada W. Gerard Oleksiak Washington 43 New Jersey Scott Pinchak Monroe Anthony F. Mauro 1 New Mexico Dr. Michele Sellitto James M. Cahill 31 New York William F. Simpson Northampton 4 North Carolina Delaware Bruce Heugel 6 Ohio Ira Brown 2 South Carolina Lori Armstrong Halber 1 Tennessee William D. Wright, IV 6 Texas 25 Virginia 1 Washington 1 Wyoming Members in Other Countries 1 France 1 Mongolia 34 117th Sp2016 PAS Annal_BRD_Final.qxp_117 Annal 3/3/16 3:11 PM Page 35

M ESSAGE F ROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Pennsylvania Society’s 117th year was one The Society’s 117th Annual Dinner in midtown to remember with pride and a feeling of Manhattan was also a resounding success. accomplishment. A capacity crowd of members and guests gathered at the Waldorf Astoria for the Society’s landmark It was marked by the continued popularity of event. This year, The Pennsylvania Society proudly existing Society programs and the launch of an bestowed its highest honor, the Gold Medal of exciting new one. The Benjamin Franklin Scholar The Pennsylvania Society, upon two of the Award essay contest, in its tenth year, once again commonwealth’s most admired and respected brought out the competitive, literary best in public servants. Former Governor Edward G. Rendell hundreds of Pennsylvania high school juniors. and Senior Federal Judge Marjorie O. Rendell both And, the hard work and creative determination of accepted their well-deserved medals with typical Society leadership, in partnership with one of the grace and charm. Commonwealth’s most generous philanthropic endeavors, resulted in The Pennsylvania Society The ongoing interest, input, and support of our Scholarship with the Maguire Foundation. This members have always been of paramount importance matching grant will make the dream of college a in the success of this remarkable organization. reality for some of our most deserving and I am grateful to our officers and Council for their economically challenged young people. Be sure leadership. But most of all, I am grateful to all of to read about it on page 19 of this Annal to find you. It is your participation and your engagement out how you can help this important cause. that have made, and will continue to make, The Pennsylvania Society effective and relevant At last April’s Annual Luncheon and Meeting, in the years to come. guests were treated to first-hand tours of the extraordinary art and architecture at the Barnes Foundation and the Union League. Attendees Sincerely, listened to greetings from Senators Casey and Toomey and Lieutenant Governor Stack. President Nicholas DeBenedictis presented the Distinguished Citizen of the Commonwealth Award to Sister Mary Scullion and James Maguire. We also shattered the Carol McC. Fitzgerald record for attendance at this event, as 700 members and guests sat down to lunch at Philadelphia’s Union League.

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THE COUNCIL OF THE PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY

Officers Council Members Nicholas DeBenedictis Robert B. Asher Andrew C. Fisher President Daniel J. Hilferty Wendell F. Holland Roger W. Richards Charles D. Hummer, III, M.D. Vice President Kathryn Z. Klaber W. Kirk Liddell Robert J. Ciaruffoli, Jr. Robert J. Monahan, Jr. Secretary John D. Moran, Jr. James E. Nevels* Hon. Sandra Schultz Newman S. Dale High Velma A. Redmond Treasurer Timothy L. Reeves Edward J. Sheehan, Jr. Andrew J. Sordoni, III* William H. Spence Meeting Notes Stephen D. Steinour J. Craige Pepper Victor The One Hundred Eighteenth Annual Membership Hon. C. Alan Walker* Meeting and Luncheon F. John White Friday, April 22, 2016 Hon. LeRoy S. Zimmerman* Scranton Cultural Center Councilors Emeriti Scranton, Pennsylvania Frederick W. Anton, III* Curtis H. Barnette The One Hundred Eighteenth Annual Dinner Frank V. Cahouet Saturday, December 10, 2016 Amb. David F. Girard-diCarlo, (Ret.)* Hon. Thomas B. Hagen* Waldorf Astoria New York Patrick J. O’Connor Arthur J. Rothkopf, Sr.*

Executive Director Carol McC. Fitzgerald

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36 The gold medal shown in actual size was designed by Mr. John Flanagan, a New York sculptor. Since no profile portrait of William Penn exists, the sculptor redrew the face from the Society’s famous armour portrait of Penn, a gift of Mr. Andrew Carnegie. On the reverse side of the medal Renown is awarding sprigs of laurel to three male figures depicting Force, Character and Intelligence — the three qualities essential to distinguished achievement.

THE PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY

“GOLD MEDAL”

In the commemoration of the tenth anniversary of the Society, the gold medal was founded at the Dinner of December 12, 1908 “to be awarded by the Society from time to time to such persons as it may wish to especially honor for Distinguished Achievement.”

The first awardee was Dr. Horace Howard Furness, the distinguished Shakespearean scholar. The medal was presented to Dr. Furness at the Dinner of December 11, 1909.