President George, it sure got there in a hurry, didn't it. He is a very dear friend. My fellow Officers, Johnny, Harry, and Fernando Sobral, International Directors, Past International Presidents, fellow Lions, and lovely ladies:

At this time if you would bear with me for just a very brief moment or two, I would like to address a few words in French to the many Lions in my home District who traveled many miles to be with me on this occasion. (Speech in French by Tris Coffin)