Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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U. S. Senator Harry Reid's WHIP ROUND UP on June 25, 2004
By Office of the Assistant Democratic Leader of the U. S. Senate

Reid for Nevada
Reid, Ensign Deliver $13.5 Million for Nevada’s Local Communities
Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign will help 17 counties in Nevada receive $13.5 million in federal funds under the Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program. PILT compensates counties that include significant amounts of federal land, which is exempt from property taxes. These funds are important to the budgets of local governments, which provide essential services such as law enforcement, road maintenance and search and rescue

$1 Million Grant Aids UNLV Dental School
UNLV’s new School of Dental Medicine is expanding its efforts to serve Nevadans, thanks in part to a $1 million federal grant secured by Senator Reid. The federal funding will be used to train students and provide low income and rural Nevadans with dental care.

Reid Works for Safe Water in Small Communities
Nevadans in small communities would benefit from safer drinking water under Senator Harry Reid’s legislation that won committee approval this week. Reid’s bill would provide funding to municipalities of fewer than 15,000 people to help them comply with new and existing drinking water standards.

Working with Nevadans

Las Vegas students Ryan Altschuler, Elizabeth Ashley and Emma Gallegos met with Senator Reid while in Washington D.C. as part of the Trial by Peers program.

Senator Reid visited with Presidential Scholars Program awardees Chase Correia of Reno and Jeremee Peters of Las Vegas while they were in D.C.

Las Vegas Valley High School student Erik Lin-Greenberg met with Senator Reid. Erik was a recipient of the U.S. Institute of Peace award

Senator Reid met with Rachael D’Souza (Las Vegas), Chris Estrella (Henderson), and Jessica Huang (Las Vegas), while they were in D.C. for the National Student Leadership Conference.

Members of the American Resort Development Association met with Senator Reid while in D.C. for the group’s annual Legislative Conference.

*****Senator Harry Reid speaks at a press conference unveiling bipartisan legislation to support the Special Olympics. He is joined by House Majority Whip Roy Blunt, Rep. Carolyn McCarthy and Special Olympics gymnast Melissa Rufino from Las Vegas. (Please check the photo with the Office.)

Week in Review

Senate Approves Major Defense Measures - The Senate this week approved the two major bills that set policy and provide funding for the U.S. military. The Department of Defense Authorization bill, which passed on Wednesday night, included Senator Harry Reid's amendment to help disabled veterans by ending the ban on concurrent receipt of disability benefits and military retirement pay. Reid's measure will allow concurrent receipt immediately for totally disabled vets, instead of phasing it in over 10 years.

The Department of Defense 2005 Appropriations bill, which passed Thursday night, included more than $100 million for defense projects in Nevada. These include:

***$8 million for a Henderson-based company to mask High Density Electronics
***$7 million for the Desert Research Institute’s Computer Automated Virtual Environment facility, which is used for military training
***$2 million for Nevada researchers who are working to improve battlefield blood transfusion technology
***$6 million for new research initiatives at the Hawthorne Army Depot
***$7million for the next generation of anti-terrorism communications and surveillance technology being developed in Nevada

Reid Carries Torch for Special Olympics- Senator Reid joined other Senate and House leaders in introducing legislation to support the Special Olympics. Their bipartisan bill will fund organization for next five years, providing more opportunities for children and adults with disabilities.

INSIDER'S CALENDAR
The Senate will be in recess next week. The Senate will convene Tuesday, July 6, at 9:45 a.m. to consider the nomination of Jay Holmes to be US District Judge for the Eastern District of Arkansas. A vote on the nomination will occur at approximately 5:30 p.m.
The Senate will recess from 12:30-2:15 p.m. on July 6 for the weekly party conferences.
During the remainder of the week the Senate is expected to consider the Class Action Reform bill.

Reid's Words
Nevada has long had the best military bases in the country, and now we have some of the best military research facilities as well. The Nevada projects in the new defense budget will help protect our troops and our nation, while also making our economy stronger.

http://reid.senate.gov Fax: (202) 228-7362 Phone: (202) 224 - 2158

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References

*1. Harry Reid is the Senator and Assistant Democratic Leader of the U. S. Senate. This flier was edited by Public Administration Institution (PAI) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Office of the Assistant Democratic Leader. 'WHIP ROUND UP,' "An e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei from the Office of U. S. Senator Harry Reid," (June 25, 2004), Washington, D. C.: Office of the Assistant Democratic Leader Harry Reid.
*3. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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U. S. SECRETARY OF LABOR ELAINE CHAO: "Giving people hope in their future is our job"
---She kicked off a National Hispanic Worker initiative with a $1.9 million grant
By PAI of WBTI*1

At the invitation of the Chinese Ministry of Labor and Social Security, U. S. Secretary of Labor, Ms. Elaine Chao, visited China from June 21 to 24 in 2004. The U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao said in Beijing on Thursday, June 24, 2004 that her visit to China was fruitful.

"Chao signed four agreements during her trip to enhance cooperation in raising the living standard and working conditions for employees. She also announced the US would donate 3.5 million US dollars to China to help combat AIDS through workplace education program," reported the Xinhua News Agency on Thursday, June 24, 2004.*2

"She hoped through exchanging information, the two sides can raise living standards for workers, foster safe working environment for workers, and protect workers' rights in accordance with relevant international labor principles while respecting the national laws of both the United States and China," the Agency continued.*3

"Incentives brings us with encouragement. Encouragement brings us with good work performance. In the 5:19 on Ecclesiastes of the Bible, it stated that 'When God gives any man (or woman) wealth and possessions, and enable him (or her) to enjoy them, to accept his (or her) lot and be happy in his (or her) work---this is a gift of God,'*4" said Dr. Tony Lei, President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).

Ms. Elaine Chao, U. S. Secretary of Labor, kicked off a National Hispanic Worker initiative with a $1.9 million grant on March 16, 2004. The grant is geared to recruit and motivate workers for Southern Nevada's gaming and hospitality industry.

U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao and Nevada Governor Kenny Guinn said that the new program and grants are as important to employers as they are to immigrant workers at the time when they spoke at Nevada Partners headquarters in North Las Vegas.

"New York - New York President Felix Rappaport, who serves on the board of the Culinary Training Academy that will oversee the grant, said the programs will help employers recruit workers. In addition, he said the new effort will help employers better motivate employees and improve the quality of hotel service, which he called key to the gaming industry."*5

Secretary Chao said that they looked at the need of Hispanic workers to access an array of programs when U. S. President Bush took office. "We looked at clusters where we could be of great service. We started a dialogue with (HERE) President (John) Willhelm. I came here and was very impressed with the programs he had put together. And really a confluence of factors and events (led to the program and grant) we announced today," Ms. Chao said.*6

"Getting people back to work is what this Department does. Giving people hope in their future is our job," said Secretary Elaine L. Chao.

Ms. Elaine Chao, the bright executive administrator of Bush's Reign, told the audience of several hundred Culinary workers that she remembers comings to the United States at her age of eight. She could not speak any English at that time. Secretary Chao said mastering the language was key to her success as a Peace Corps volunteer, head of United Way, and government service.

"She said the new program is designed to support immigrants with the same skills, help workers advance professionally and assist employers in matching placement needs with prospective workers." *7

Governor Guinn said the new programs will help employers find workers and help the employees quality for new jobs and advancement. He told the audience that the grant recognizes the success of the effective training programs that has been practiced and enjoyed here in Nevada.

"The technology that is helping to drive our robust productivity growth is changing the way we work and the types of jobs that are available. This Administration wants to ensure that our job training programs are relevant and that workers are encouraged to continually update their skills," pointed out Secretary Elaine Chao on the "Remarks Prepared for Delivery by
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao
for AEI Conference --- The Benefits of Increased Productivity Growth for Workers," in Washington, D. C. on Wednesday, February 25, 2004. *8

"I recently returned from a trip to Washington and Oregon and talked with workers who were graduates of community college-based job-training programs. One young man told us that he lost his job in the California high-tech industry when the bubble burst and moved back home to Oregon. He learned about a special program at his local community college that partnered with a top Fortune 500 information technology company to train workers with skills in short supply. Today, thanks to that program, he is working for that company," said the Secretary.

"His story and those of many other workers around the country is the reason why the Labor Department's number one legislative priority this year is reforming the public workforce investment system that helps train workers. The goal is to bring this program into the 21st century so workers can be trained for real jobs in the real world."*9

At the age of 19, Elaine Chao was elected as a Scholar of the U. S. White House. U. S. Labor Secretary Chao was Chairperson of Federal Air Transportation and Vice President of Bank of American Main Office. In addition, she has contributed many years of community service and charity endeavor notably, as President of United Way, President of Peace Corps, and Senior Fellow of Heritage Foundation.*10

Secretary Chao received her B. A. degree in Economics with straight A's for all her four years at the famous Mount Holyoke College in New England. She obtained her M. B. A. degree from Harvard University in 1979. She also studied at M.I.T., Dartmouth College, and Columbia University.

At the time she was nominated by President Bush as the Secretary of Labor, she told her father that she does not intend to be an "Authoritative Official". She hoped that she could contribute to our society and nation.*11

Secretary Chao has received numerous awards for her professional accomplishments and community service. She is the recipient of 21 honorary doctoral degrees from colleges and universities around the world.

Secretary Chao is married to the Majority Whip of the United States Senate, Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky.

"Elaine L. Chao is the nation's 24th Secretary of Labor, representing a new generation of American leadership. Since her confirmation by the United States Senate on January 29, 2001, she has been dedicated to carrying out the Department of Labor's mission of inspiring and protecting the hardworking people of America. She is respected as an effective and articulate champion of the nation's contemporary workforce, acting quickly to focus the Labor Department on the modern realities of workers' lives."*12

"When President George W. Bush nominated Elaine L. Chao, the first Asian-American woman appointed to a President's cabinet in U.S. history, he described her as an individual with strong executive talent, compassion, and commitment to helping people build better lives."

According to the U. S. Department of Labor, Secretary Elaine Chao's compassionate nature stems from her own background as an immigrant to this country at the age of eight. Her family's experience transitioning to a new country, supported by one another and the kindness of friends and neighbors, taught her that encouragement is the key to fostering independence, and that Americans are naturally compassionate people. This inspired her to dedicate most of her professional life to ensuring that people have the opportunity to pursue lives of dignity and financial independence.

As Director of the Peace Corps, Ms. Elaine Chao was one of the first Americans to personally embrace the people of the former communist bloc into the family of democratic nations, establishing Peace Corps programs in the Baltic nations of Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia and the newly independent states of the former Soviet Union. Later, as President and Chief Executive Officer of United Way of America, she restored public trust and confidence after the organization was tarnished by mismanagement and financial abuse, thus preserving the nation's largest institution of private charitable giving.

The experience Ms. Elaine Chao gained at the United Way helping communities address their local needs prepared her to mobilize the Department of Labor to promote pathways to economic freedom for individuals and families working to achieve the American Dream. She describes her vision for America's workforce as one in which everyone can participate where jobs and opportunities are available for those leaving welfare, job training is accessible for those left behind, disability never bars a qualified person from the workplace, and where parents have an easier time balancing the responsibilities of work and home.

"Secretary Chao's previous government career includes serving as the Deputy Secretary at the U.S. Department of Transportation, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission, and Deputy Maritime Administrator in the U.S. Department of Transportation. She brings a wealth of business experience to the post, having worked as Vice President of Syndications at BankAmerica Capital Markets Group and a banker with Citicorp. Prior to her nomination as Secretary, she expanded her study of policy as a Distinguished Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, a Washington-based public policy research and educational institute. She was selected as a White House Fellow in 1983," states the Department.*13

Following the inspiration of the past many years of the accomplishment of Ms. Elaine Chao's contribution of humane spirit to our society, we have the persistense of Wou Shien's spirit for education here in America. If a coolie and hard woker like him could dedicate to eduction by offering all his income and life to build a school for children in his village, what should not for us to offer our efforts for our community?*14

To serve the community with wisdom and effort is the main creed of Washington Business and Technology Institute. It is our pleasure to post the Press Release from the Office of Governor Kenny Guinn on March 16, 2004 as in the following:*15

GOV. GUINN, SECRETARY OF LABOR CHAO ANNOUNCE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY INITIATIVE FOR HISPANIC WORKERS

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn joined U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao in announcing a major hospitality industry grant for Hispanic workers in Las Vegas on Tuesday, March 16.

Secretary Chao awarded a federal grant to the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees (HERE) for their Hi-Demand program. HERE is partnering with its signatory hospitality industry employers and Nevada Partners, Inc., a community-based training provider. Together, they will help prepare Hispanic workers with the skills required for opportunities in the growing hospitality industry in Las Vegas, as well as in Atlantic City, N.J.

"This is an important initiative for Southern Nevada~{!&~}s largest industry and for the fastest growing segment of our population," Gov. Guinn said. "Training is a critical component of any economic development strategy. We appreciate the Department of Labor's support of this project."

The Hi-Demand project has several important objectives:

*** Increase the availability of qualified, skilled workers for entry-level and higher-skilled hospitality industry positions from the growing labor pool of immigrants, new citizens and workers with limited English proficiency.

*** Eliminate language skill barriers for limited English proficient new entrants to the workforce and eliminate career ladder barriers for limited English proficient incumbent workers in the hospitality industry.

*** Enhance the workforce development system's ability to prepare limited English proficient workers to enter the workforce.

*** Provide meaningful access to federally funded assistance for people with limited English proficiency.

*** Support the development of new training partnerships to satisfy demand in other major hospitality industry markets.

The Department of Labor, in response to President George W. Bush's Presidential Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans, has supported collaboration between employers, community colleges and the public workforce system to help Hispanic Americans build the skills required in growing industries such as the hospitality sector. The Department of Labor has encouraged the development of language and occupational skills and is working to keep Hispanic youth on an educational path that leads to rewarding careers.*16

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. LVRJ. 'reviewjournal.com on June 24, 2004,' "A search for news on google.com.," (June 24, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Communitylink of Las Vegas Review-Journal.
*3. Ibid.
*4.New International Version. (2000) "God's Words of life for Dads," Grand Rapids, Michigan: The Zondervan Corporation.
*5. Smith, Rod. 'Grant will help Hispanic hiring --- $1.9 million award will help LV hotels recruit workers,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (March 17, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Review-Journal.
*6. Ibid.
*7. Ibid.
*8. Chao, Elaine. "Remarks Prepared for Delivery by U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao for AEI Conference --- The Benefits of Increased Productivity Growth for Workers," (February 25, 2004), Washington, D. C.: U. S. Department of Labor.
*9. Ibid.
*10. Chang, Tiffany. 'Kathy Augustine and Brian Sandoval honored Advisors of PPAAF,' "Nevada Examiner," (March 30 - April 4, 2002), Las Vegas, Nevada: Nevada Examiner.
*11. Ibid.
*12. Department of Labor. "About Secretary of Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao," (March 2004), Washington, D. C.: U. S. Department of Labor.
*13. Ibid.
*14. GSBPA of WBTI. 'New Year's Message of the President,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (January 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*15. Ofiice of the Governor. 'GOV. GUINN, SECRETARY OF LABOR CHAO ANNOUNCE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY INITIATIVE FOR HISPANIC WORKERS,' "An e-mail from the Office of Governor Kenny C. Guinn to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 16, 2004), Carson City, Nevada: Office of Governor Kenny Guinn.
*16. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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POSITIVE TREND CONTINUES:
UNEMPLOYMENT DOWN, JOBS UP
By Kenny Guinn*1

During the past week, President Bush and Vice President Cheney brought the attention of the national media to our state with visits. The national storyline for Nevada centers on job creation and low unemployment, and how our state continues to outpace most of the nation in these vital economic indicators.*2

According to the latest figures released June 18, Nevada's unemployment rate continued its downward trend in May, falling two-tenths of a percentage point over the month to 4.1 percent. Also in May, the state's four major labor markets recorded their lowest unemployment rates since 2000. This steady decline in rates over the past year confirms the strength of our state¡¦s economy. Overall, the statewide unemployment rate ranks us 12th-best, and is well below the national average of 5.6 percent. Our neighbors in California, in figures released earlier this month, are currently at a 6.2 percent unemployment rate.

The business community also continues to expand the job market for citizens. More than 8,200 new jobs were created in May. Remarkably, the employment market has increased by 47,600 positions in the past 12 months and by more than 112,000 since January 2002. Overall, through the first five months of 2004, Nevada's annualized job growth rate is about two percentage points higher than any other state in the country. Further, another aspect of Nevada's employment market is also trending in a positive direction, toward higher-paying rather than lower-paying industries.

As the nation's eyes continue to look to Nevada in the coming weeks and months, our economy will place us in a unique position on the national stage: our state will be seen as a leader in the nation's economic recovery. As we head into summer, it is important for us to recognize that our economy is strong and getting stronger.*3

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References

*1. Dr. Kenny C. Guinn is the Governor of Nevada, U. S. A..
*2. Ofiice of the Governor. 'A Message from Governor Kenny C. Guinn - June 24, 2004,' " An e-mail from the Office of Governor Kenny Guinn to Dr. Tony Lei," (June 24, 2004), Carson City, Nevada: Office of Governor Kenny C. Guinn.
*3. Ibid.

***About the Author:

Kenny Guinn, 67, earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in Physical Education from Fresno State University and later obtained a doctorate in Education from Utah State University in Logan. He was named Superintendent of Schools in Clark County and served with distinction in that position until 1978.

In his work for the Clark County School District, Guinn was recognized as an effective administrator committed to educational excellence at a time when the county was experiencing exponential student growth. His service to Clark County students was honored when Kenny C. Guinn Junior High School was named for him.

In 1978, Guinn began applying his management skills in business as Administrative Vice President for Nevada Savings and Loan in Las Vegas, which later became PriMerit Bank. At PriMerit, he was appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Las Vegas-based bank. Soon thereafter, Guinn was recruited to the energy business as the President of Southwest Gas Corporation and eventually became Chairman of the Board of Directors of that utility in 1993.

In 1994, Guinn was recruited by the University of Nevada Board of Regents to serve as interim president of the University of Nevada-Las Vegas.

In addition to his one-year term at UNLV, Guinn served the state in leadership roles on a variety of committees and commissions, including the Clark County Community College Advisory Committee, the UNLV Foundation Board of Trustees, the White House Conference on Children and Youth, among others.

Guinn has also worked in his community in a variety of volunteer roles, ranging from involvement in the Boy Scouts and Pop Warner Football to the United Way of Southern Nevada and the Southern Nevada Independent Youth Athletic Association.

Dr. Kenny Guinn is now the Governor of Nevada, U. S. A. at his second term.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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Dr. Stephen Tong's USA/Canada Gospel Rally in Las Vegas
By Tiffany Chang

Rev. Stephen Tong led a team to have his "Dr. Stephen Tong USA/Canada Gospel Rally" in Las vegas on June 21, 2004. He had his speeches for the public and welcomed by overseas Chinese people on Monday and Tuesday. Rev. Tong will continue his final speech on "Wisdom of Life" today at the convention room of China Town. Before came to Las Vega, he had completed his Gospel Rally in Toronto, Canada and Atlanta, U. S. A. on 6/11-13 and 6/18-20, respectively. He will also have the Gospel Rally in New York, Vancouver, and Los Angeles on 6/25-27, 7/2-4, 9/20-22, respectively.

The Rev. Dr. Stephen Tong is an evangelist and a theology lecturer. He is also the founder of the Stephen Tong Evangelistic Ministeies International(STEMI) and the Reformed Institute of Christianity and the 21th Century. At the age of 17, Rev. Tong gave of himself to the Lord to serve Him in evangelism. To date, his ministry has lasted more than four decades, and he continues to travel widely, preaching for the sake of the name of the Lord, His Word and His church. By the power of the Lord, he has been fighting the good fight, battling with the fallen reason and corrupted souls of men, all in the hope to bring them back to Jesus Christ. Despite his age, his perseverance and tenacity are reasons why we often give thanks to God for him.*1

The following is the first song chosen by Rev. Tong for his Gospel Rally. It is entitled "We're Marching to Zion":

1. Come, we that love the Lord, and Let our joys be known; join in a song with sweet accord, joint in a song with sweet accord and thus surround the throne, and thus surround the throne.

2. Let those refuse to sing, who never knew our Gog; but children of the heav'nly King, but children of the heav'nly King may speak their joys abroad, may speak their joys abroad.

3. Then let our songs abound, and very tear be dry; we're marching thru Immanuel's ground, we're marching thru Immanuel's ground to fairer worlds on high, to fairer worlds on high.

We're marching to
Zion,beautiful,beautiful,Zion; we're marching upward to Zion, the beautiful city of God.*2

The Music Director of this Gospel Rally is Jahia Ling. He is a very famous music director with performances and grand prizes from many countries all around the world. His name in Chinese is Lin Wong Hja (by Chinese pronounciation). "I'd experience to invite him to peformance on our Gospel Rally at U. S. $20. 000.00 for just one night," said Rev. Tong in his speech on June 21, 2004 in Las Vegas. Jahia is now the Music Director of Copley Symphony Hall in San Diego, U. S. A.

Dr. Stephen Tong wrote the book entitled "Wisdom of Life" in Chinese on March 1984.*3 Glory to the God that we are pleased to post the following good words about wisdom from the "Bible":

If you call out for insight and cry aloud for understanding , and if you look for its as silver and search for it as for hidden treasure, then you willunderstand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God. For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. ---Proverbs 2:3-6

The fear of the Lord-- that is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding. ---Job 28:28*4

Jesus said, "Everyone who bears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock."
---Matthew 7:24-25*5

God bless you! Please join Rev. Dr. Stephen Tong of his Gospel Rally at 6:30 p. m. this evening at the convention room on the second floor in China Town of Las Vegas.

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References

*1. Tong, Stephen. his "A brochure of Dr. Stephen Tong USA/Canada Gospel Rally," (June 21-23, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: STEMI.
*2. Ibid.
*3. Tong, Stephen. (1999) "Wisdom of Life," First Edition on March 1984, 10th printing on April 1999, Taipei, Taiwan: Campus Evangelical Fellowship.
*4. New International Version (2000)
"WISDOM,' "God's Words of Life for Dads," Grand Rapids, Michigan: The Zondervan Corporation.
*5. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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Governor Kenny Guinn of Nevada believes that we are wise to expand our marketing efforts and focus on developing markets in places such as Asia
By ROD SMITH and PAI of WBTI*1

Governor Guinn expressed that he can not overemphasize the significance and importance of bringing attention to all the attractions to Nevada at a time when it faces unprecedented competition for gaming customers. He believes that we are wise to expand our marketing efforts and focus on developing markets in places such as Asia.*2

It is our pleasure to post the following report through "Las Vegas Review-Journal" for the recent development of the tourism and gaming industry between Nevadan and Asian markets:

Tuesday, June 22, 2004
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

MGM MIRAGE EXPANSION: Deal struck for resort in Macau ---Gaming giant reaches agreement with daughter of casino mogul

By ROD SMITH
GAMING WIRE

With the ink barely dry on its $7.9 billion proposal to buy Mandalay Resort Group, MGM Mirage on Monday entered into a joint venture agreement with Pansy Ho Chiu-king to develop, build and operate a hotel-casino resort in Macau.*3

"Macau is certainly part of our global expansion and growth strategy," said MGM Mirage spokesman Alan Feldman. "It also positions us in one of the key gaming markets anywhere in the world. Macau is big now and promises to be bigger, and we plan to be part of the reason for that growth."

MGM Mirage has made no secret of its interest in developing a hotel-casino in the former Portuguese colony off the coast of China.

It has been working to break into the market since 2002, when it lost out to Las Vegas developers Sheldon Adelson and Steve Wynn in bidding on a license concession to operate a casino in the Chinese enclave.

In February, MGM Mirage confirmed it still had its sights on developing a new casino in Macau, but said reports of an imminent deal between Stanley Ho and the Las Vegas gaming giant were premature.

Feldman said at the time that the company had made no secret of its interest in Macau but confirmed it was involved in ongoing conversations with Stanley Ho's daughter, Pansy, concerning a possible casino development in Macau.

MGM Mirage Chairman Terry Lanni said in a statement Monday that his company has always said it would like to participate in Macau under the right circumstances.

Hal Rothman, chairman of the history department at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, who has raised questions about the political stability of China, said the partnership with Ho's daughter insulates MGM Mirage compared with other Las Vegas operators that are moving into Macau.

Until Adelson opened his $240 million, 1-million-square-foot Sands Macau casino and entertainment complex in May, Stanley Ho had maintained a 40-year casino monopoly in Macau.

Wynn is planning to break ground later this month on a $705 million, 600-room hotel-casino.

The MGM Mirage development, set to open in 2006, will use the "MGM Grand" name and will be located on a waterfront site next to the planned Wynn Resorts hotel casino and near the Lisboa hotel-casino.

It will be built on the so-called Cotai Strip, where Adelson plans a $5 billion to $10 billion project that will turn a strip of reclaimed land into a huge resort complex of several hotels and casinos that will be patterned after the Las Vegas Strip.*4

The design and planning work is already under way for the MGM Mirage Macau project, half of which will be owned by each of the joint venture partners.

MGM Mirage declined to discuss details of the development, but Wall Street analysts estimated the hotel-casino will cost between $400 million and $500 million.

Deutsche Bank analyst Marc Falcone called the announcement "long anticipated," but said Macau represents a great opportunity for Las Vegas operators.

However, University of Nevada, Las Vegas professor and casino industry expert Bill Thompson said it "seems premature for (MGM Mirage) to be trying to flex its muscles overseas."

"They have a lot on their plate here. I hate to use the word 'greedy,' but they need to wrap up what they did (last week). This makes it look like they're on a feeding frenzy," he said.

The joint venture will operate in Macau as an independent entity under the terms of a subconcession. The agreement is subject to the approval of the government of Macau and other regulatory approvals, as well as the entry into a subconcession agreement with Sociedade de Jogos de Macau, the holder of the concession.

Pansy Ho is managing director of Shun Tak Holdings Ltd., a leading Hong Kong-based conglomerate operating four core businesses -- shipping, property, hospitality and investments.*5

MGM Mirage closed Monday at $47.88, up 33 cents, or 0.69 percent, on normal trading volume.

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI). PAI did a little editing of this article.
*2. Guinn, Kenny. "A Message from Governor Kenny C. Guinn - December 10, 2003," Carson, Nevada: Office of the Governor Kenny Guinn, (December 10, 2003), pp. 1-2.
*3. LVRJ. 'BUSINESS of Las Vegas Review-Journal,' "Las Vegas Review Journal on June 22, 2004," Las Vegas, Nevada: Communitylink of the reviewjournal.com.
*4. Ibid.
*5. Ibid.

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Global reunion for Tunghai University alumni
By PAI of WBTI*1

It's our pleasure to post the following interesting information for our Tunghai University alumni through their courtesy (for alumni and community service only but not for advertising):

Dear Dorothy(,)

Replying to your recent concern, we can make changes on the second day to Hoover Dam, Lake Mead fish feeding, and we can even add a stop at the M&M chocolate factory for free. Try and visit the beautiful Cactus Garden in front of the chocolate factory. Begin the day by pick everyone up from the hotel at noon for lunch. Afterward we will proceed to Hoover Dam for a 4.5 hours tour. We should be back at the hotel before 6:00pm. That will allow time for everyone to participate in one of the chosen show.*2

Since the meeting space is quite expensive in any of Las Vegas hotel. We suggest for you to utulize the space at the outsdie restaurant. Example: welcome dinner start at 6:00pm, our pick up is at 2:30pm when the restaurant is nice and quite we can reserve a meeting space just for your group. Then, we will start the and wine at 5:00pm, then the dishes will follo(w) at 6:00pm. We then proceed a night tour starting at 7:30pm.

During the Mini Circle, we can create some breakfasts and lunch for the group. We will get more into the detail of it somewhere down the line. It would probably $7 for breakfast and $9 for lunch.

Please comment on this and we will discuss further.*3

Truely yours
David Huang
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*****DOROTHY HWANG'S REUNION*4

JULY 2005

Monte Carlo Resort & Casino - 3770 Las Vegas Boulevard S. Tel: 702-730-7777

Las Vegas

Day 1 If you arrive at Las Vegas via McCarran International Airport, after claiming your luggage you need to make your own way (Bell Trans Shuttle bus $4.75/way) to Monte Carlo Resort & Casino. We will book the hotel individually, so you can check in at the hotel starts at 3 p.m. For those persons arriving before 3 p.m., you may store your luggage at the bell captain desk until you have gotten your room. Persons sharing room will be able to check in separately.

This very special evening, you are invited to a welcome dinner party at 6:30pm; our luxury bus will be outside the Monte Carlo tour lobby to pick you up. You will dine at the elegant Chang's Chinese Restaurant. Before dinner is served, you should have plenty of time to visit with your fellow classmates. After dinner you will be treated to a visit of some of the very best spots: Fremont Street Experience, Rio's Masquerade in the sky, Bellagio Water Fountain ¡K

Around 11:30 p.m. back to Monte Carlo Resort & Casino.

Day 2 Pick up at 8:30 a.m. to visit Valley of Fire and Overton Beach. Valley of Fire offers enticements of a different nature, fire red rock formations. Peace, serenity, and beauty are just a few words that will barely begin to describe what you will experience here. It is teeming with life and beauty that is rare and unique. BBQ lunch included. After lunch we will be onward to Lake Mead - Overton Beach. Overton Beach offers the best place for fish feeding such as largemouth bass, rainbow trout, stripe bass, etc. We will also stop at the chocolate factory, cactus garden. Tour ends around 4 p.m.

We recommend you to see a good show tonight. Be sure to book one that starts at 10:00 p.m. or later. This way, you can have time for a coffee or tea after a fabulous buffet.

Day 3 Free day. Visit some of the famous casinos, shopping, and do whatever on your own. Farewell dinner banquet at 6 p.m. in the banquet room of the Monte Carlo Hotel, feature special catering service will provide you Las Vegas finest cuisine (drink will be extra). There will be a gathering after the dinner for us to reminiscent the good old days and to discuss our next reunion. An A/P system will also provided.

Day 4 You need to check out of the hotel before 11:30 a.m. You can store your luggage at the bell captain desk until your departure.

Fees: *$290/person (Arrive between Sun-Tue Only)
Single supplement add $128/person, package without room $170/person

If package staying at Imperial Palace will be *$225/person

*Price listed are per person, double occupancy

Package price excludes:

Any personal costs incurred by a tour participant.

For example, transport not specified in the relevant itinerary, excess baggage charges, personal and baggage insurance, drinks, room service or meals (unless specified) etc. Government and local authority charges may apply.*5

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Ni, Bob. "An e-mail from Dr. Bob Ni to to Dr. and Mrs. Tony Lei," (June 17, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada.
*3. Ibid.
*4. . Ni, Bob. "A second e-mail from Dr. Bob Ni to to Dr. and Mrs. Tony Lei," (June 17, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada.
*5. Ibid.