De Gamles Venner was organized by the women of the Danish Auxiliary of the American Red Cross who were among the first to answer the call for aid by the National Red Cross Society of the United States. As their services for war work were no longer required by the Red Cross, it was proposed that they form a club for the purpose of raising funds to care for the aged Danes of this community.

The results of their first attempt to raise funds were very encouraging, $1,100 being the net proceeds of a bazaar held at the Golden Gate Commandery Hall. With the aid of the Danish people they aim to raise sufficient funds to carry on their work.

OFFICERS 1919-1920

Mrs. Niels LARSEN, President
Mrs. J. J. JENSEN, Vice-President
Mrs. H. L. HANSEN, Secretary
Mrs. J. KARSTENSEN, Treasurer

OFFICERS 1920-1921

Mrs. Niels LARSEN, President
Mrs. P. PETERSEN, Vice-President
Mrs. H. EVERS, Secretary
Mrs. J. KARSTENSEN, Treasurer