In the large cities and small towns of Greece, the nation is preparing for the National Holiday of Independence. The holiday has more significance this year because it marks 100 years of freedom from Turkish rule. Although it is a good religious holiday, there will be much fun and merry-making. Programs, festivals, and country Fairs have been planned.

The 500,000 Greeks in America are not to be outdone. Everywhere Greeks are uniting to make this a day of peace, and good fellowship with their fellow countrymen. It is a day devoted to all they hold dear, the church, the Greek ideals, customs, and habits and the pride they have in their motherland.

Special masses will be said, banquets, dances and other affairs are being arranged for this great day.