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The Boston convention was held in Revere Hall of the Mechanics Building August 28 to 30, 1922, and was attended by the delegates from 31 clubs. The success of the first exposition influenced the Boston Club to promote the second Graphic Arts Exposition (also held in the Mechanics Building) for one week. The area covered by the exhibits surpassed expectation and created an impressive sight. The exposition was set in motion by Calvin Coolidge, vice president of the United States, who praised the principles and ideals of Craftsmanship. The convention approved an amendment to the constitution stating, "Ten percent of the gross receipts from all expositions held in connection of the International Association of Printing House Craftsmen shall be paid into the treasury of the International Association." It was apparent at this time that the creation of new equipment was not of sufficient importance each year and the cost to exhibitors was too great to continue the custom of annual expositions on a large scale. The first district conferences were held in various districts of the Association which aided in creating a fraternal spirit among members and instituted a bond of inter-club support. During 1923, local clubs were organized at Oklahoma City, Hartford, and Concord. |
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