Chicago: Austin Prabhu Installed as First Lions Vice-District Governor of Mother District

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Chicago, Jun 14: District 1-A Mother District of Lionism held its Governors Installation and District Cabinet Awards Banquet at the Aviana Banquet Hall, Palos Hills with a coluorful event. The programme started with Wayne and Kathleen Messmer of Chicago Cubs fame singing a patriotic song - God Bless America. Jerry Novak welcomed dignitories to the dais. First Lady Gail Anton recited Pledge of Allegiance and Joan McMillan gave invocation. Emcee Ray Jachim introduced the District Governor who welcomed the gathering.

After dinner it was the time for special awards. Ray Jachim gave Lions of Illinois Foundation awards to Tina Gaddy, Andreas Brant and Ken Accola. US Presidents Community Service Awards representative Austin Prabhu awarded Frank Kirar President's Life Time Commnity Service Award for his dedicated service to Lionism in District 1-A. Mike Smigielski was awarded with International Presidents Award by International Director Dan O'Reilly. Dan O'Reilly thanked all lions for their support and said that it was a great experience to travel around the US to promote Lionism and representing District 1-A, MD1 and Lions Clubs International.

Jerry Novak installed Foundation Trustee Ralph Koller and District Governor Steve Anton installed Second Vice-District Governor Dave Hansen and First Vice-District Governor Austin Prabhu who is creating a history in Mother District of Lionism by being the first person to become District Governor for the second time. So far in the 94 years history of Lionism in District 1-A no person ran for District Governor for the second time. Austin thanked his wife Terry, family members and all the members of The Forest Kala Sampat Lions Club for their support. Dennis McMillar installed incoming Governor Wes Salsbury for the year 2011-2012.

Governor Steve Anton awarded Melvin Jones Fellowship to Kathleen Messmer for her service to humanity. Kathleen was really shocked to receive this award and was filled with tears of joy. Steve also presented plaques to Cabinet Members for their service to the District.

Austin Prabhu introduced his guest Past International Director Rosane Jahnke Vilatti from Brazil who is visiting Chicago. In her speech she thanked the lions of District 1-A, her host Austin and all hard working cabinet members. programme was concluded with benediction by Joan McMillan.

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Austin Prabhu, Nantur/Chicago
Thu, Jun 16 2011
Thank you all for your kind words and greetings. I try my best to be a simple human being to serve the needy. God bless you all.

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RonRoche Cascia, Mangalore
Thu, Jun 16 2011
Congratulations dear Austin...Yet another glorious achievement!!!!!!!!!! May the Club see greater heights under your leadership.
With Best wishes,
Ron Roche Cascia.

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Fr. Thomas Misquith, Niddodi/Karwar
Thu, Jun 16 2011
Congratulations Austin Bab, you have done Mangalorean community proud by your achievements. May you achieve ever greater laurels in the service to the fellow humans.

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Felix A. D'Souza, Bendur/Mumbai
Wed, Jun 15 2011
Congrats to you Austin baab on this achievement.

Felix A. D'Souza, Borivli

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Fr.J.B.crasta, Mangalore
Wed, Jun 15 2011
Dear Austin, Congratulations on your outstanding achievement.
Sect. Laity Commission Mangalore

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Lion Ronald Gomes mjf, Lions Dist.324 D-5 Cabinet Treasurer 2010-11
Wed, Jun 15 2011
On behalf of Dist 324 D-5 & my home Club Mangalore-Mangaladevi, We all Lions & Lionesses Congratulate you dear Austin on your outstanding achievement and having creating history on becoming First Vice-District Governor of Dist.1-A Mother District of Lionism for the second time. Our best wishes and prayers are always with you. We are proud of you.

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Vincent Edward Fernandes, Kulshekar/Dubai
Wed, Jun 15 2011
Congratulations Austin,
This is a great achivement from a great Mangalorean. Our prayers and best wishes will always be there with you. I remember your leadership qualities from CYM and Kala Sampath in those days.

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Ln Peter A Pinto, Mangalore
Wed, Jun 15 2011
We all the members of LIONS CLUB MANGALORE - LALBAGH, proud of you sir.

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alwyn mendonca, Muchure/Bangalore
Wed, Jun 15 2011
Congraatulations Austin on your great achievement.You have been dedicated true leader.we are mangaloreans are proud of you.

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Ronald DSouza(Bruce Lee), Milagres/Mumbai
Wed, Jun 15 2011
Congratulations Austin. It is nice to see you achieving this kind of feat. Please remain in the news. We want more of you and your all round art. Hats off!!

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Austin Santhosh, Haleangadi/Bahrain
Wed, Jun 15 2011
Congratulations dear Mr. Austin Prabhu. We are proud of you!

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Sunil D'souza, Mangalore/Qatar
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Congratulations on your great achievement.

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Ln. Rev.Fr.Vincent D'Souza, Bela- Kasargod
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Dear Austin, Congratulatons to you being Installed as the First Vice District Governer of Mother District - Chicago.God Bless you.Very proud of you.

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Gerry D'Mello & fly, Bendur / Canada
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Beloved Austin Prabhu,
No words left to congratulate you on your incredible achievement. You are simply GREAT! May God Bless you and grant every success in your new challenge as the First Vice-District Governor of Mother District. We are proud of you Austin... keep-up you great leadership spirit!

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Celine C. Pinto, Mangalore, Nanthur
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Congrats dear Austin on your great achievement. Our best wishes @ prayers are always there for you & your family. We mangaloreans are proud of you and wish Good Luck in
your future steps.

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Dr. Zita , Mangalore/dubai
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Congratulations Austin Dsouza Prabhu.
You prove that no matter where you are planted you bloom. Wish you all the best!!

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Vitus Fernandes, Mangalore
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Dear Mr. Austin,

Congratulatons to you being appointed as the First Vice District Governer of Mother District - Chicago.

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Lancy Pinto Nayak, kulshekar /Kuwait
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Dear Austin,
Congratulations, on your outstanding achievement and creating history in America as a mangalorean. Keep up your hard working , dedicated leadership.
we are proud of you.
God Bless you and your family.

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Machcha Milaar, MANGALORE
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Congrats, Austin. Give the best to the Community and serve human kind in your area.
Good Luck.

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HENRY MISQUITH/M'lore, Bahrain
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Hi Austin
Heartiest congratulations
on your great achievement.
U have made us, m'loreans proud.
May God keep u blessed always
And bless u with long,happy and
healthy life.
Henry Misquith
Bahrain

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Ozy, Blanche, Brian, Jacqueline & Colin, Abu Dhabi/USA
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Congratulations dear Austin on your outstanding achievement and having creating history on becoming First Lions Vice-District Governor for the second time. Your simplicity, dedication, hard work, leadership qualities and down to earth nature have helped you to climb the ladder of success, with the support of your family. Our best wishes and prayers for your good heath to carry out your mission are always with you. You have been a role model for the present day generation. We are proud of you.

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Albert Peris, Kulshekar
Tue, Jun 14 2011
congratulations on your achievement.....

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Eddie Sequeira, Mangalore/Qatar
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Congratulations dear Austin on your great achievement. You have been always a hard worker, dedicated and committed in whatever you do. A true role model.

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Gabriel Vaz, Bangalore
Tue, Jun 14 2011
Congratulations, Austin. You are a true leader. To shine not only in Mangalore but even in distant America is indeed a great achievement. May you continue to serve society wherever you are! We Mangaloreans and Konkani-speaking people are really proud of you. I feel specially privileged to have been your friend.

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Austin Prabhu, Nantur/Chicago

RonRoche Cascia, Mangalore

Fr. Thomas Misquith, Niddodi/Karwar

Felix A. D'Souza, Bendur/Mumbai

Fr.J.B.crasta, Mangalore

Lion Ronald Gomes mjf, Lions Dist.324 D-5 Cabinet Treasurer 2010-11

Vincent Edward Fernandes, Kulshekar/Dubai

Ln Peter A Pinto, Mangalore

alwyn mendonca, Muchure/Bangalore

Ronald DSouza(Bruce Lee), Milagres/Mumbai

Austin Santhosh, Haleangadi/Bahrain

Sunil D'souza, Mangalore/Qatar

Ln. Rev.Fr.Vincent D'Souza, Bela- Kasargod

Gerry D'Mello & fly, Bendur / Canada

Celine C. Pinto, Mangalore, Nanthur

Dr. Zita , Mangalore/dubai

Vitus Fernandes, Mangalore

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