Ruth and Richard Gazza, board members of the Henry Ford Heritage Association, were the guest speakers at the Aug. 11 luncheon meeting of Rotary of Grosse Pointe at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial. The Gazzas, who were introduced by Charlie Davis of the Detroit Rotary Club, reported that Henry Ford's 150th birthday was July 30. They gave a slideshow presentation of Ford's history, blemishes and all, and remarked out Henry Ford shaped modern society. The Henry Ford Heritage Association was created in 1990 to promote the life and accomplishments of an American industrial genius, Henry Ford. Along with pioneering the automobile industry, the Gazzas pointed out, Ford also led the way in many ancillary products, including rubber tires and charcoal. Below, with the Gazzas following their presentation, were President Jon Gandelot, left, and Charlie Davis, right. Photo by John Minnis

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