Mr. Owen Cooper is the 38th president of the Convention, and we are pleased to note that he has performed the duties of high office with creative energy and pleasing dignity. During his two years in office he has spoken in all fifty states and many foreign countries. On most of these trips, Mrs. Cooper has accompanied him as a gracious and charming representative of the highest and best in Southern Baptist womanhood. The Convention is deeply grateful.
The Convention is grateful, too, for the effective and dedicated services of James G. Harris (Texas), first vice-president, Clifton W. Brannon (Texas), second vice-president, Clifton J. Allen (North Carolina), recording secretary, W. Fred Kendall (Tennessee), registration secretary, and Porter Routh (Tennessee), treasurer.
The Convention officers carry the burden of leadership for the Convention and need our prayers and encouragement.