irtually all membership in Rotary is based upon a "classification."  Basically a classification describes the district and recognized business or professional service which the Rotarian renders to society.

The principle of Rotary classification is somewhat more specific and precise.  In determining the classification of a Rotarian it is necessary to look at the "principal or recognized business or professional  activity of the firm, company or institution"  with which an active member is connected or "that which covers his principal and recognized business or professional activity."

It should be clearly understood that classifications are determined by activities or services to society rather than by the position, held by a particular individual.  In other words, if a person is the president of a bank, he or she is classified as "bank president" but under the classification of "banking."

It is the principal and recognized activity of a business or professional establishment or the individual's principal and recognized business or professional  activity that determines the classification to be established  and loaned to a qualified person.  For example, the permanently employed electrical engineer, insurance adjustor, or business manager of a railroad company, mining company, manufacturing concern, hospital, clinic, etc., may be considered for membership as a representative of the firm, company, or institution for which the professional service is being done.

The classification principle also permits business and industries to be separated into distinct functions, such as manufacturing, distributing, retailing and servicing .  Classifications may also be specified as distinct and independent divisions of a large corporation or university within the club's territory, such as a school of business or a school of engineering.

The classification principle is a necessary concept in assuring that each Rotary club represents a cross section of the business and   professional service of the community.     

s they say in Texas, "It was raining cats and dogs outside."  Nevertheless, there were over 40 Rotarians who braved the strong wind and rains to make it to the meeting.  It was  12:27, according to my old wristwatch when I walked into the meeting room and  Rtn. JUN was already leading us in the Pambansang Awit.  Rtn. DIEGO led us in the opening prayer and the 4-Way Test and I might say, he did an excellent job.  I have a habit of noticing things like "Prayers".

The day's Day Chairman and Master of Ceremonies was Dir/PE JEROME.  He did a good job of keeping the program moving along a good pace.  The few Rotarian guests  who were present were welcomed by "filled in" PP BEN, who also greeted the lone celebrant for the day who was present - Rtn. JERRY.  Rtn. JERRY & spouse MARIJO were celebrating their eleventh wedding anniversary.  Thanks for the ice cream, Rtn. JERRY.  We needed that.…

The Friendship Session was conducted by IPP FERDINAND.  His questions dealt with history and sports.  Since our Guest Speaker was PP JOEDUMS DUMUK, there were a lot of "short" jokes floating around.  Most of the important people in the history of mankind were "short" people who left "big" impressions.

During Pres. ALBERT'S time, information about the progress of the Club activities were shared with the members, including the formal acceptance of the "Rotary Raffle" for one or more PAUL HARRIS FELLOWS.  I am sure that Pres. ALBERT will be sharing more about this later.  The always entertaining  Rtn. EDWARD, led us in an unusual Rotary Song, with actions.

Celebrant JERRY, had the privilege of introducing the Guest of Honor and Speaker for the day's meeting, none other than PP JOSEPH 'JOEDUMS' DUMUK  of the Rotary Club of San Juan (LU).  PP JOEDUMS  is the District Chairman for Vocational Service. As always, PP JOEDUMS came well prepared with a very interesting lecture on Vocational Service, including a challenge to all Rotarians to get involved in the molding and  making of youth so they can experience better and more fulfilled lives.  Thanks PP JOEDUMS for the challenge.  You are truly a 'GIANT' among Rotarians.

In his response, Dir. RICHARD, stated that PP JOEDUMS did not share just a "short' talk with us, but, PP JOEDUMS shared during a "short" time a 'BIG' message.  The meeting was adjourned at 2:00 PM and that all the Rotarians ventured back out into the stormy weather.