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By Tony Washington
1991 I was approached by CeCe Hunter, her daughter Nikesha was just
crowned 1991-92 Young Miss of American Pre-Teen. As proud as a mother should be
I could sense die committment and dedication CeCe & Steven (Her husband) had given
to make this dream come true for Nikesha. I decided to sponsor Nikesha and support her
efforts. Tins started what I call Pageant Life! Vivanne I a O u r the National Director from
Citrus Heights, CA appointed me. Publicity Chairman for Oregon. 1 was an honored to
represent Oregon. My responsibility is to schedule personnal appearances, write articles,
and most of all get to know all the representatives of the pageant. It is important that we
as adults try to provide a service for young people. I represent three publications
(newspapers) this gives me a lot of flexibility , and allows me to exploit alot of avenues.
My main objective is to teach die trade or professional career that 1 am acustomed to.
Journalism, public relations, and advertising techniques.
I your cl lild is interested in ganung a rewarding learning experience in this field they need
to do two things.
1. Apply for the u p coming Pageant
2.
Read the September issue of Metromotion magazine, look for the applica­
tion on die Pageant Life page. Hope to hear from you!
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the lim it!
Tony Washington Entertainment Editor fo r the Portland Observer News­
paper, and Publisher fo r MetroMotion Magazine Photographed with
Brittany Joachins Tiny Tot Young Miss o f America. Mr. Washington is the
Publicity chairman fo r Oregon.
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