xxxxxThe 14th annual reunion of the McKay clan was held at the Virginia Gentleman Club, Front Royal, on July 26. Seventy-four members were present, guest coming from Richmond, Alexandria, Arlington, Luray, Front Royal, Purcellville, Millwood, Winchester and Bedford, Hyattsville, Severna Park and Silver Spring, Md. and Washington.

xxxxxThe management of the Virginia Gentleman Club served a buffet luncheon and provided swimming facilities. A gala time was reported.

xxxxxA business meeting was called by the president of the clan, J. Brownley McKay. Prayer was offered by Winston McKay. There was special recognition for Mrs. Isabelle McKay Hicks, Mrs. Lucy McKay Ray, and Hubert McKay for their outstanding work and interest in behalf of the McKay clan.

xxxxxCandidates elected included Perry Mowbray president, Mrs. Mary Hause vice president, Mrs. Ruby McKay secretary-treasurer.

xxxxxLater in the afternoon, members of the clan visited the recently dedicated Confederate museum in Front Royal. The interesting memorials and relics connected with the War Between the States were viewed, including the McKay memorial, which was made possible by donations from the clan.

xxxxxThe next McKay clan reunion will be held at the Virginia Gentleman Club on the fourth Sunday in July 1960.

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