iS-The Canadian Champion, Frday, October 31, 2003 ýacees /iidori &1al Jaycees founder Henry "HY' Giessenbier wanted ta develop the business skills and the reputation of young men, in 1910. He feit that young men could make a difference in business and in the community. This approach was unusual, because during this period most young men were out of school by the age of fif- teen, and their first jobs were the jobs they died in. If they were lucky they might work their way into an executive position by the time they were in their forties. But Hy knew that twelve signers of the Declaration of Independence were under 35; Thomas Jefferson was only 33 when he wrote the original draft of the docu- ment. Hy Giessenbier feit that in order for young people to improve their prospects for social and career advance- ments they would first have to join forces socially. The Herculaneum Dance Club became the most popular in the city. This progressive attitude, that young men can make a difference, became the hallmark of the Junior Chamber In 1914. the Herculaneum Dance Club merged with six other socially minded groups to form the Fedieration of Dancing Clubs; Hy was elected president. In this capac- ity he led a meeting of the Federation on October 13, 191 5, at the Mission Inn in St. Louis, Missouri. It was at this gathering that 32 young men agreed to form the Young Men's Progressive Civic Association (YMPCA). developing their skills as leaders by tackling difficult civic problems. Giessenbier wanted young men to make an impression early in life, sa development of business and leadership skills was offered to members of the early movement. Those skills and other benefits are still offered today. Henry Giessenbier and a group of young men in St. Louis. Missouri established the Junior Chamber for per- sonal reasons. They wanted to move ahead in their CONGRATULATIONS FROM 420 Main St. E., Milton 878-1848 l'ri i1. Éoïi1,&////&ota careers and their lives, but they faced a classic "catch- 22." To advance they needed more experience. but the only way they could get more experience was ta advance. They found they faced similar problems and had different solutions. That diversity became their strength. With the help and guidance of established civic and business leaders, the St. Louis group determined its own needs and set about meeting those needs. To advance in their careers, members needed skills in planning, budgeting, training, communication and supervision. To gain those skills they channeled their collective efforts in a unified direction. Committees wer farmed. Chairmen elected. Goals set. Timetables estab- lished. Resources marshaled. Management and worker trained. Manpower took action. Coming from a variety of backgrounds, they discavere( they possessed a wide range of talents, skills and abili- ties, with the natural leaders in the group able ta find and use available resources. That same spirit of diversit and co-operation is alive and well in the Milton Jaycee., ta this day This committed group of young men and women work ta better the community by bettering themselves. They share their experiences, and work as a team, ta develop the skills that the community need today and into in the future. THE JAYCEE CREED (Mle 6elieve.. That faith in Gad gives meaning and purpase ta human life; That the bratherhaad af man transcends the sovereignty af natians; That ecanamic justice can best be wan by free men thraugh free enterprise; Mlown- ~~ Computer - W SrceaI 'iu- ACER e TOSHIBA e DLINK * TOUCH *LEXMARK a MICROSOFT *Authalzed Service Depot *Network lnstalling * Consulting Sales & Service *Software & Accessories *On Site Service 751 Main Street East, Suite 2, Milton Phone <105) 878-«51 Fax DM0) 870-1013 *1 -00-208-034 Monday - Frlay 9-5:30 pmn Satta'day 10 -2 prn The dreamn and purpose of Junior 1%ý Chamber are most clearly expressedi 161 in the words of founder Henry "Hy" Giessenbier who said: -From within the walls of the soul af ~. this organization. wherein the foUri- dation of character and citizenship e 9 are laid, I hope a message will came *W forth in the sometime of tomorrow s1Q4 that will stir the people toWard the everlasting world peace." Giessenbier had the foresight ta ;W believe that character and citizenship could contribute toward a perma- s nent world peace. His dream and purpose for Junior Chamber were ta 12 offer the membership opportuntiesý that would build strong, positive characters and a sense of citizenship, J. ,not anly for communities, cities ae4 .tountries, but for the world. That gavernment should be of laws rather than of men; That earth's great toeasuoe lies in human personality, And that service ta humanity lis the best work af life. SOUTH CENTRAL ONTARIO Inspire and educate young people to value free enterprise, understand business and economics and develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills through the delivery of affer school and in school programs. Fax: 905-637-5823 www.iaKcOt.rQ Tel: 905-637-7200 I I J 1 es back Io / V /0