On July 4h one of the hottest suns in recent years beamed down on the largest crowds ever to attend an Ecusta picnic. An estimated crowd of 6,000 was on hand at Camp Sapphire for the sports events, contests and the formal program. The lake and the shade trees were naturally the most sought-after spots Even with the extremely warm weather the large crowd of Ecus- tans, their families and invited guests ate popcorn and ice cream, drank cool lemonade, and took in (Continued on Page 4) Harry H. Straus, Jr., is shown introducing the Hon. L. Y. Ballentine {shoivn be- low). Mr. Ballentine deliver ed the principal address at the July 4th picnic.