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SPONSOR CUBAN REFUGEES
Fulfill Their Faith in Freedom
SEPTEMBER 1963
RESETTLEMENT RE-CAP
FOR ADMINISTRATIVE USE
A PERIODIC REPORT FROM THE CUBAN REFUGEE CENTER — FREEDOM TOWER, MIAMI 32, FLORIDA
U. S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND WELFARE — WELFARE ADMINISTRATION
U. S. CUBAN REFUGEE PROGRAM
J. ARTHUR LAZELL, Director, Refugee Center
JOHN FREDERICK THOMAS, Director, Washington, D. C.
ERROL T. BALLANFONTE, Chief, Center Operations HARRY B. LYFORD, Editor
"THE HAPPIEST CUBAN FAMILY IN THE NORTHWEST'
^^•.#4
Such a large family as this is not typical among Cuban refugees awaiting
resettlement opportunities. (Most are smaller.) Therefore this inspiring,
self-related story is all the more revealing of the heart of the U.S.A.
and the qualities for adjustment in our emergency guests. Pictured,
left to right (standing): Rev. Park; Amelia 13, Agustin 10, Maria 16,
Alba 14, Ariel 8, Alonso 9; (sitting): Mrs. Enriquez, daughter Amparo 3,
Ana Maria 13, Mrs. Enriquez, son Angel 2, and, in front, Alberto 3.
A TOP CLASS RESETTLEMENT
OF A HIGH TYPE FAMILY
(an even dozen members)
--AND A PRIZE LETTER
ABOUT IT ALL, A YEAR LATER
"The happiest Cuban family in
the northwest" writes this letter
emphasizing the warmth of human
relationships in the Cuban Refugee
Program. For herself and the 11
others of the Agustin Enriquez
household in Portland, Ore., Mrs.
Enriquez relates:
"My husband filed for resettlement as soon as he knew about this
wonderful program...Being a generously-sized Catholic family (10
children) we waited 14 months in
Miami. It seems every city was
afraid to run our risk.' But our
lucky day arrived, marking the
start of a new, full, rich life.
"We landed at Portland on a
chilly, rainy night, but we found
warm greetings. Awaiting us was Rev. Morton Park, in charge of Portland resettlement, and
Cubans who came here earlier. From the airport we went from surprise to surprise. In three
days they had prepared a real home for us -- not just a house. There were vases of flowers,
cute curtains, groceries, even toys. I could not find words for it. But we had only begun
to learn of people's kindness. Fourteen months later now, I call these new friends our
guardian angels. There has been no moment of worry, sickness or small trouble that they have
not tried to make easier. No relative would care more for us.
"The day after our arrival our Portland family had a new member -- Rev. P. J. O'Flynn, our
pastor. While I write, three of our children are camping with him in the beautiful Oregon
country. And it is because of him that two of our girls are attending one of the best high
schools. He's a father to us and a grandfather to our children. We have been lucky in a-
dapting to the new climate. Health is good. We have nice work and lots of wonderful friends.
The church is full of warmth; the parish is a close family. It is a land of friendliness
and kind hearts. The city is prettier than a picture; also the magnificent scenery. So,
with all this to write about, it was no miracle that our 7th grader has won honors with her
composition about it all.
"My husband began work a week after arriving...He is now with an accounting firm and very
happy. I have enjoyed working at my former profession, teaching Spanish in a high school.
In the summer I work sewing for a women's dress firm. Our oldest daughters have finished
their freshman and sophomore years, one winning a national honor society pin and planning
a scientific research career. The other dreams of being a nurse. A third daughter finished
8th grade with an A average; none have trouble with English now. They work at babyrsitting,
picking berries, and one has a newspaper route. But this does not prevent their participating in ball playing, bowling, camping, fishing and hiking. We have two Cub Scouts and a
Little League player. So you can see how this Cuban family now resembles an American family.
The thought of Cuba's slavery is the only shadow on our happiness. Such a marvelous thing
has come from our resettlement! Portland was worth waiting for. Thanks to God that brought
us here and to all and everyone who channeled His will."
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| Full Text | SPONSOR CUBAN REFUGEES Fulfill Their Faith in Freedom SEPTEMBER 1963 RESETTLEMENT RE-CAP FOR ADMINISTRATIVE USE A PERIODIC REPORT FROM THE CUBAN REFUGEE CENTER — FREEDOM TOWER, MIAMI 32, FLORIDA U. S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND WELFARE — WELFARE ADMINISTRATION U. S. CUBAN REFUGEE PROGRAM J. ARTHUR LAZELL, Director, Refugee Center JOHN FREDERICK THOMAS, Director, Washington, D. C. ERROL T. BALLANFONTE, Chief, Center Operations HARRY B. LYFORD, Editor "THE HAPPIEST CUBAN FAMILY IN THE NORTHWEST' ^^•.#4 Such a large family as this is not typical among Cuban refugees awaiting resettlement opportunities. (Most are smaller.) Therefore this inspiring, self-related story is all the more revealing of the heart of the U.S.A. and the qualities for adjustment in our emergency guests. Pictured, left to right (standing): Rev. Park; Amelia 13, Agustin 10, Maria 16, Alba 14, Ariel 8, Alonso 9; (sitting): Mrs. Enriquez, daughter Amparo 3, Ana Maria 13, Mrs. Enriquez, son Angel 2, and, in front, Alberto 3. A TOP CLASS RESETTLEMENT OF A HIGH TYPE FAMILY (an even dozen members) --AND A PRIZE LETTER ABOUT IT ALL, A YEAR LATER "The happiest Cuban family in the northwest" writes this letter emphasizing the warmth of human relationships in the Cuban Refugee Program. For herself and the 11 others of the Agustin Enriquez household in Portland, Ore., Mrs. Enriquez relates: "My husband filed for resettlement as soon as he knew about this wonderful program...Being a generously-sized Catholic family (10 children) we waited 14 months in Miami. It seems every city was afraid to run our risk.' But our lucky day arrived, marking the start of a new, full, rich life. "We landed at Portland on a chilly, rainy night, but we found warm greetings. Awaiting us was Rev. Morton Park, in charge of Portland resettlement, and Cubans who came here earlier. From the airport we went from surprise to surprise. In three days they had prepared a real home for us -- not just a house. There were vases of flowers, cute curtains, groceries, even toys. I could not find words for it. But we had only begun to learn of people's kindness. Fourteen months later now, I call these new friends our guardian angels. There has been no moment of worry, sickness or small trouble that they have not tried to make easier. No relative would care more for us. "The day after our arrival our Portland family had a new member -- Rev. P. J. O'Flynn, our pastor. While I write, three of our children are camping with him in the beautiful Oregon country. And it is because of him that two of our girls are attending one of the best high schools. He's a father to us and a grandfather to our children. We have been lucky in a- dapting to the new climate. Health is good. We have nice work and lots of wonderful friends. The church is full of warmth; the parish is a close family. It is a land of friendliness and kind hearts. The city is prettier than a picture; also the magnificent scenery. So, with all this to write about, it was no miracle that our 7th grader has won honors with her composition about it all. "My husband began work a week after arriving...He is now with an accounting firm and very happy. I have enjoyed working at my former profession, teaching Spanish in a high school. In the summer I work sewing for a women's dress firm. Our oldest daughters have finished their freshman and sophomore years, one winning a national honor society pin and planning a scientific research career. The other dreams of being a nurse. A third daughter finished 8th grade with an A average; none have trouble with English now. They work at babyrsitting, picking berries, and one has a newspaper route. But this does not prevent their participating in ball playing, bowling, camping, fishing and hiking. We have two Cub Scouts and a Little League player. So you can see how this Cuban family now resembles an American family. The thought of Cuba's slavery is the only shadow on our happiness. Such a marvelous thing has come from our resettlement! Portland was worth waiting for. Thanks to God that brought us here and to all and everyone who channeled His will." |
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