Masonry Magazine December 1974 Page. 18

Words: Arthur Sampson, David Brinkley
Masonry Magazine January 1974 Page.18

Masonry Magazine January 1974 Page.18
Orlando Hyatt House Hosts MCAA
Plans are now being finalized for what is gearing up to be one of the largest and most significant events in MCAA's history the '75 Annual Convention. Some 2,500 delegates and 120 industry exhibitors are expected for the four-day meeting and Educational Trade Show in the Orlando Hyatt House, Orlando, Florida, February 19-23.

The program this year has been tailored to fit the area in which the convention is situated so that those taking families can enjoy all the advantages of the many delightful and entertaining attractions.

Here is a brief rundown on the daily convention schedule of events:

Tuesday, February 18.
Early arrivals.

Wednesday, February 19.
10:00 a.m.-Registration. Convention Center.
12:30 p.m. Show Opener. Convention Center Mall.
1:30 p.m.-Official ribbon-cutting and opening of the '75 MCAA Educational Trade Show.

Thursday, February 20.
9:00 a.m. Registration. Convention Center.
9:30 a.m.-MCAA Educational Trade Show. A full day devoted to viewing the Industry's leading firms' products. Turn to another page of this section for the names of the companies which have indicated they will be there.

Friday, February 21.
9:00 a.m.-Registration. Convention Center.
9:30 a.m.-New Ideas, Products and Equipment Showcase. Hotel outdoor demonstration area.
1:30 p.m.-General Session. Convention Center. Featuring Arthur F. Sampson and David Brinkley.

Saturday, February 22.
9:00 a.m. Registration. Convention Center.
9:45 a.m.-MCAA Annual Meeting. A full and comprehensive report of the Association's activities during the past year.
6:30 p.m.-MCAA Cocktail Hour. Convention Center.
7:30 p.m.-MCAA Annual Banquet. Convention Center.

Sunday, February 23.
Day open and departure for Caribbean cruise.


Fun and Fantasies Are Fantastic

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A mere hop, skip and a jump away from the Orlando Hyatt House lies world-famous Walt Disney World, awaiting you with all its dream-world diversions. A visit to this


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