Letter from Mary H. Langford to Thelma Rice discussing the use of funds to host an expensive gala at the upcoming National Assembly of The Links, Inc. in Dallas, Texas. The Spokane, Washington chapter has collected a $1,200 member assessment under threat of expulsion from Links. Langford has enclosed the check but would like the area and national directors to reconsider the intended use of these funds. She and other members of the Spokane chapter believe it is inappropriate to hold a lavish party at the National Assembly during an economic recession that is taking a toll on so many Americans, and particularly on black families.

This book contains reports from the national officers and program directors of The Links, Inc., about the activities of the national level of the organization from 1990-1992. It was presented to the 28th National Assembly. This conference is a biennial meeting of chapters of The Links, Inc. located in the United States. The theme of this year's conference is "Cherishing the Past, Cultivating the Present, Creating the Future."