THE 13th ANNIVERSARY OF UKRAINE'S INDEPENDENCE
Pennsylvanians send thanks to Empire State Building officials
SCRANTON, Pa. - The Ukrainian Heritage Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania sent a thank you to the officials of the Empire State Building for the Ukrainian Independence Day display at the landmark.
The following text appears on the official Empire State Building website.
"To everyone at the Empire State Building whose responsibility it is to light the tower, we say thank you for acknowledging the 13th anniversary of Ukraine's independence on August 24. For miles upon miles one could see the blue and gold of the Ukrainian flag symbolized by the tower's blue and gold lights.
"What you did is truly wonderful. It was such a thoughtful gesture to all Ukrainians throughout the world.
"On behalf of the Ukrainian Americans of Northeastern Pennsylvania [we are frequent visitors to New York City], please accept our deep appreciation for your kindness.
"Slava Ukraina! Glory to Ukraine! God Bless America!"
The letter was signed by Paul S. Ewasko, president, Ukrainian Heritage Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, September 19, 2004, No. 38, Vol. LXXII
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