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The Ohio Association of Y’s Men
In his essays and addressing the club, Cressy
referred to himself as a “Y’s Man from the East”.
Following Cressy’s inspiring speech, the Tolymca
group became “Y’s Men” and extended honorary
membership to Cressy.
In February 1922, Alex gave a Y’s Men
presentation to the Ohio Association of YMCAs
and by May, there were additional clubs in other
towns.
The first meeting of the Ohio Association of Y’s
Men was held in May 1922, where it was agreed
to send out an informative flier on their activities
to YMCAs throughout North America. By
November, there were 17 clubs.
Alex & wife, Lorraine in 1924
