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ST. BERNARD CONGRESS 1967
(Address delivered by Mr. Albert de la Rie, Secretary and
Vice-President of the Ladies and gentlemen, dear St. Bernard friends, Following the cordial welcome from the president of the Swiss St. Bernard Club, I would like to offer a special greeting to a few persons who have contributed so very much to make this event a reality. First, Mrs. Dixie Weber, the lady who so spontaneously accepted the job of doing the biggest part of the English correspondence -- a subject in which I am less skilled. Further, Mrs. Georgean Raulston and Mrs. Phyllis Smith whose enthusiastic response towards this project contributed considerably to my decision to publicize the intent to form this World Union of St. Bernard Clubs. To all of these ladies (most of my biggest supporters were ladies), I wish to express my sincere thanks. The first club to assure its cooperation was the Swiss St. Bernard Club, whose president has just spoken to you, and I am very grateful for their support. Soon thereafter further clubs announced their desire to join in the formation of the World Union. Up to this time, we can count on the cooperation the following clubs: St. Bernard Club of America St. Bernard Club of Ontario, Canada Club Français du St.-Bernard Deutscher St. Bernhards-Club, Seat in Munich„ Germany St. Bernard Club of Holland Club Italiano di St. Bernardo St. Bernard Club of Scotland St. Bernard Club of Greater New York, America Middle Atlantic St. Bernard Club, America St. Bernard Club of Sacramento / Sierra, America Schweizerischer St. Bernhards-Club Many of the other American clubs that have their club meetings scheduled for a later date have expressed their intention to participate in the World Union, but their participation is subject to approval by their membership. We have also received a report from the Scandinavian countries that the formation of a club in that area is imminent. I wish to thank all of these clubs for the moral support that they have given to this project. Let me point out to you now that only the designated delegates of the clubs just mentioned who are present have the right to vote, but everyone is invited and welcome to take part in all of the discussions. Permit me to name a few of the persons who have helped behind the scenes, be it morally or with deeds. These are Dr. U. Westell, Scotland; Mrs. Clou de Vries, Holland; Dr. A. Morsiani, Italy; Mr. Hesser and Mr. Falkner, USA; Mr. J. Lammers and Mr. Josselin de Jong, Holland, Mr. W. Naumann, Germany; Mr. Dietmann, France. Without their support and the support of many others, this goal would have been almost unattainable, but thanks to their assistance many of the difficulties diminished. I do not intend to tire you with a long speech, but it is essential to sketch the past and present. Many years ago, I think it was the year 1932, the plan to form an International St. Bernard Club developed. The originators were Mr. C. Wittwer, Mr. van Hoboken and myself. Soon Mr. H. Glockner and Mr. M. Näther from Germany and Mr. Carl Tillisch from Czechoslovakia joined us; but, due to the political situation in Germany at that time and the disturbances in many other countries, our plans could not materialize. Just recently, Mr. Krossing of Hamburg, Germany, wrote me that he remembers well the preparations made at that time. Incidentally, this aged St. Bernard friend sends us his best wishes. Additional greetings were received from Mr. and Mrs. Heid and Mr. and Mrs. Grommlich of East.Germany and Mrs. Hanna Bartosova of Czechoslovakia. Also, Mr. van Hoboken, who was just mentioned as being one of the.originators'in 1932, had been looking forward with great anticipation to attending this congress. However, due to an illness, he cannot be with us this evening but he sends us his regards.
We now want to turn our attention to the matters concerning the foundation of the World Union of St. Bernard Clubs. As initiator of this project, I consider it necessary to describe in short the goals of this organization. You are invited to state your individual opinions on the proposals afterwards, but please keep your argumentation brief as the final decisions concerning the composition and the details of this organization will have to be thoroughly discussed and debated at a later date on the basis of the recommendations presented by the commission which will be elected tonight. I envision an organization uniting all St. Bernard clubs into a federation to attain among other things the following objectives: Cooperation in all areas pertaining to the improvement of the St. Bernard breed. Uniform interpretation of the Breed Standard as established in 1887 by the Swiss St. Bernard Club. Exchange of judges between the various countries. (A good example will be offered at the Show in Zug tomorrow where 4 judges from 4 different nations will be engaged in judging the Saints.) To act as intermediator for seller and purchaser of St. Bernards on a non-profit basis. Breeders are entitled to a fair price but according to the quality of their dogs. This should help to encourage breeders to select only the best possible matings. To arrange a World Union Prize for special events. To arrange for discussions among judges whenever possible. (Shows, etc.) Continuation of the bulletin, “Barry-International".
The Board should be comprised of at least president, secretary and treasurer. In addition, each club should be represented on the Board by one person, possibly the president of each participating club. Each club should designate 3 persons to maintain constant contact with their elected Board Member so that the World Union can operate effectively and will not subside in pure theory. One of the first duties of the Board that is elected will be to arrange to have the standard translated into the various languages. Differences of opinions should be settled without deviation from the principal lines of the Standard. Due to the fact that the St. Bernard originated in Switzerland, I consider it logical that the seat of this organization remains in this country and that a member of the Swiss Club should be elected president. The situation in America differs somewhat from that of Europe. There we find a large number of St. Bernard clubs. The St. Bernard Club of America, however, is the only club recognized by the American Kennel Club, an organization under which all of the different breed clubs in America are consolidated. In addition, there exists at the present time about 20 regional clubs which have to comply to the rules and the Standard as set forth by the St. Bernard Club of America. The only club in America who has jurisdiction over the Standard is the St. Bernard Club of America; however, I consider it most valuable that a program be agreed upon whereby the other American clubs could also associate themselves with the World Union. Various clubs have expressed their desire to join and some have already submitted their dues. In view of the situation in America, it would, in my judgement, be advantageous to form a separate organization in America on the same lines as the World Union. Accordingly, the various regional clubs should also be represented on the American Board. This would result in a better and closer relationship among all of the clubs. As mentioned before, the St. Bernard Club of America has assured us of their cooperation and their president, Mr. Edward Poor, has conveyed to us his best wishes and regards. The American organization should remain in close contact with the European section and the two together will form the World Union which would direct its efforts toward the highest possible degree of cooperation. The General Board, with the exception of the president and secretary, will be composed of one representative from each participating club. For the time being, the dues to be contributed by each club will be set at $10, but this will be increased if found to be necessary. The ultimate goals of this organization will be to unite all St. Bernard fanciers throughout the world under a uniform Standard and to work with joint efforts for the betterment of our breed. lt will also aim to promote friendships between the St. Bernard fanciers everywhere. We must consider everything that could be of value to the breed or to the World Union. I now request that you briefly state your opinions. After the discussions are concluded, the delegates will be called upon to vote on the formation of the World Union. As I have mentioned before, a commission will be selected to consider every proposal and also to submit further constructive ideas and suggestions. I therefore ask you not to pay too much attention to details. Instead, place your confidence in the persons to be elected in order that a sound organization can be built. In this sense, I now open the discussions. Lucerne, Switzerland Albert de la Rie September 23, 1967 |
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