August - Early Ford V

44 Years and still hitting on all 8 cylinders
Volume 44 - Issue 8 - August 2013
New Member Profile
One of our new members is Steve Wilk, he and his significant other Sue live in Bellevue, he has a 16 Year old Son. Steve currently
owns a 1946 Ford coupe, a 1972 Lincoln Mark IV that is also almost in perfect condition and a 1976 Ford F-250 ¾ ton Ford is very
nice but really just form & function. Steve won an award with his Mark IV last summer in a parking lot car show for the best Ford
product class.
Steve’s starting collecting cars when his father bought him a 1930 Model A in 1960. Steve states “It took 4 years to do a body off total restoration, in the days before internet - wrecking yards were the source for parts and there were still many around to choose
from. It was a great learning experience”.
Question: What Favorite car did you sell but wish you had it back?
Steve’s answer: Maybe that Model A, or my Corvette Stingray when gas was 33 cents a gallon for 100 octane. I have also owned
many foreign sports cars which I enjoyed driving.
Dream cars for Steve, include an early Z-28 327 CI or the early Shelby Cobra 289 CI. Steve’s thoughts on non-stock modifications:
“I think it is up to every individual. I do not judge any other persons modifications. My own cars have always been FACTORY
BONE STOCK. That is my personal preference. If I do make a modification it will be period correct only. “
One of Steve’s current projects include an aluminum Fulton Sun Visor which he will install on his 46 Coupe. Steve states, “Aluminum has a different set of challenges. I have had 2 other Chevy half ton trucks that were fitted with Fulton visors and I always
liked the look.”
When working on his cars Steve does the details and lets a trusted mechanic do the rest.
Steve currently and has worked for Costco Wholesale in the Corporate office for 25 Years. He started in product development in
the bakery program. Five Years ago he switched over to the Food Safety Department. Steve mentions, “I consider myself a Food
Cop now. I deal with Costco Food vendors and make sure they comply with all the laws and rules of the Federal, State, City and
Counties where we have locations.”
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2013 PSRG WHO’S WHO
President-Ron Costello
206-550-4370 [email protected]
Vice-President- Dave Ellis
360-403-3298 [email protected]
Secretary-Gerry Herber
425-641-8569 [email protected]
Treasurer-Lois Lowman
425-481-2088 [email protected]
Parliamentarian-Bob Heckel
425-697-5951 [email protected]
Sargent at Arms-Buzz Quesnell
206-525-3129
2013 Directors
Committee Chairs
Accessories-Scott Jenkins
206-778-9097 [email protected]
Advertising-Guy Generaux
206-323-5709 [email protected]
Activities Coordinator-Bruce Anderson 425-226-5505 [email protected]
Fall Banquet -Bruce Anderson
425-226-5505 [email protected]
41st Annual Early Ford V-8 Car Show and Picnic-Ron Lang
425-788-6789 [email protected]
Historian-Rick Mann
425-481-0544 [email protected]
Bruce Anderson
Librarian-Rick Mann
425-226-5505 [email protected]
425-481-0544 [email protected]
Todd Gudmundson
206-391-8427 [email protected]
Sharon Heckel
425-697-5951 [email protected]
Ron Lang
425-788-6789 [email protected]
Elmo Lewis
425-888-2118 [email protected]
Tom McCutchen
360-659-0662
Newsletter- Scott Jenkins
[email protected]
Sunshine
DickJauch
360-387-1580 [email protected]
Program Coordinator
Dave Ellis
360-403-3298 [email protected]
Membership/Rosters-Guy Generaux
206-323-5709 [email protected]
Please send newsletter information
to Scott Jenkins
6412 NE 196th St. Kenmore,Wa 98028
E-mail [email protected]
Phone 206-778-9097
MeetingRaffle-Dick Jauch
3 6 0 - 3 8 7 - 1 5 8 0 r i c h a rd . j a u c h @ f ro n t i e r. c o m
Refreshments- Mike Amos 425-881-2054
[email protected] & Ken Stobee
425-33792 [email protected]
PSRG Summer Picnic-LD Charf
206-818-8162 [email protected]
Sunshine-Dick Jauch
360-387-1580 [email protected]
Swap Meet May 17-19, 2013
Pete Lowman 425-481-2088
[email protected]
Tours-Gary Duff
206-284-1613
Tour of The Year-Guy Generaux
206-323-5709 [email protected]
Web Site
www.efv8psrg.org
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The Puget Sound Regional Group
meets on the first Tuesday of each
month at 7:30 p.m. At the Luther
Memorial Church, 13047 Greenwood Ave N. in Seattle. Unless
scheduled at a special location.
Board meetings start at 7:00 pm at
the hosts chosen location.
General Meeting
Minutes
Presidents
Words
Gerry Herber
Ron Costello
The Grand National Golden Jubilee is history and what a
meet! It was the largest in the history of the club with over
900 participants. The Washington contingent represented
itself well with 14 awards. From my point of view, as a fairly
new member, (10 years) it was very impressive. Right up
there with our own 2006 Tacoma National meet. (I may be
a little biased here.)
The joint PSRG/Cascade meeting at the XXX Drive In was
a great success. The burgers and Root Beer where tasty
and Jose provided several prizes for the Group. Some
folks won lottery tickets for 1 million dollars! I am waiting for
my commission on their winnings. The next time you are
on the eastside, stop by the XXX and thank Jose for being
such a great host and be sure to buy another burger to
show our appreciation.
The annual Pizza Meeting is just around the corner. Gary
Duff has planned to stuff you at Jim Greens Performance
Center. I understand the Jim Green collection and displays
to be very interesting and well worth the trip to Monroe.
See you there on August 6th.
August is Picnic Month and we will meet you at Reeney
and LD’s on Vashon Island, Saturday the 17th. They have
planned a breakfast, tour and Pot-Luck picnic so be sure to
read the details here in the newsletter.
Also, place the Tour of the Year on your calendar. Guy
Generaux has planned another fabulous trip to the Shelton/
Aberdeen area with several stops at some great car collections. October 5-6! (I hear a golf course is nearby.)
Fix those Fords,
Ron Costello
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Not many minutes from our Triple X meeting :)
Membership
Leads & Needs
Leads & Needs listings are free for club members. All listings will run for
3 months unless they are renewed or terminated early. Listings will be dated
so you will know when they expire.
Contact Scott to have them kept in another month or to have them removed earlier.
Fill out the listing form at the monthly club meeting.
OR
E-mail your listing to the newsletter editor at [email protected].
OR
Mail your listing to the newsletter editor:
Scott Jenkins 6412 NE 196th st. Kenmore, Wa. 98028
Guy Generaux
2013 PSRG Tour Of The Year
October 5-6. Register Now!
20 years ago the idea for an annual club overnight tour
was borne from the desire to maintain close relationships
among our members following the highly successful hosting of the legendary ’92 Western National Meet in Coeur
d’ Alene. That meet drew our group very close together
and we enjoyed the camaraderie and teamwork required
to stage a national event.
The Tour of the Year is a unique opportunity to get to know
your fellow club members beyond our monthly meetings.
And we typically mix in some great activities along the way.
This year will be no exception as we head south (and west)
to view some splendid car collections and properties.
Saturday our first stop will be to the collection of Ron
Boone, whose family owned Boone Ford (now All-Star
Ford) of Olympia for many years. Ron’s assemblage of
Fords and other classics is rarely available for display, so
you won’t want to be late for our excursion.
Then it will be on to Aberdeen to the home of Donn and
Annette Pinckney, long-time PSRG members. Outside of
Bill Steil, Donn has probably the most extensive stable of
’32 Ford cars and parts in the Northwest. Donn and cousin
Chuck (also a PSRG member), are well-known authorities
on ’32-’34 Fords. Not much gets by these guys.
Backtracking a bit, we will then head to Totten Inlet on
Hood Canal to the home of member Mike Dermond. With
an expansive waterfront panorama and an impressive
shop/building, it’s the perfect setting for a V8-er.
Just minutes from Mike’s place is our overnight destination: the Little Creek Casino Resort. With an upscale hotel
tower, five restaurants, gaming, spa/pool, museum and
live entertainment, it’s guaranteed your evening will be far
from boring.
Sunday, you may be game to extend your winnings from
the night before or perhaps play a round of golf on the
adjacent new Salish Cliffs Golf Course, selected as the #2
course in the state by Golfweek Magazine. Head home at
your leisure.
PSRG invites you to attend, and as an incentive will help
subsidize this event. Your cost to attend is $55 per couple
(or individual). This includes your hotel stay plus a complimentary $5 gaming credit each (jackpots must be shared
with the tour chairman).See Page 9 for more...
Needs
1946-47 Mercury Running boards and instrument cluster.
Wanted by Tom McCutchen, Work phone 425-252-6222 or
425-252-6411 or cell 425-737-2467 This ad expires on 8-13
Needs for a For a 1946 Ford: Complete trunk tool kit for my
1946 Ford Super Deluxe Sedan Coupe 69A-72B 99A835945,
Any or All Ford Script: 7/16 x 1/2 & 9/16 x 5/8 open end
wrench, Headnut & Sparkplug wrench, Adjustable wrench, Jack
& base - Lug Nut wrench - Tire Iron and Screwdriver & Pliers,
Pouch. Also looking for a license plate frame to fit the 1946
Washington plate I have. Would be great to be a dealer frame
but not sure if these were available back then The dimensions
are larger than current state plates,{13 7/8ths X 5 6/8ths}.
Contact Steve Wilk [email protected]
Leads
1925 Model T Coupe. Basket case but lots of extra
parts in
cluding engine, trans, Ruxtell 2-speed rearend. Offered by
Tom McCutchen, Work phone 425-252-6222 or 425-2526411 or cell 425-737-2467. This ad expires on 8-13
This ad expires on 10-13
1937 FORD CLUB COUPE, The club coupe has a full
back seat...great for touring. This is an original car with
a couple of small upgrades (Hydraulic brakes and 12
Volt electrical system). Original 1937 Ford running gear
and flathead. Runs, drives and looks great! Car has been
driven to Winthrop several times. $26,000 US. Please
contact Clare Petersen at 360-691-5659 Granite Falls,
WA, or Chuck Pinckney 425-226-4775 or pedalbarn@
msn.com This ad expires on 9-13
Parting out 1948 Mercury 4 door running Flathead V8,
good oil pressure,
good sheet metal, no interior Offered by Tom McCutchen, Work phone 425-252-6222 or 425-252-6411 or
cell 425-737-2467. This ad expires on 8-13
Our club is dedicated to the preservation and restoration of Ford Motor Company
products manufactured from 1932 through 1954.
Guests are always welcome and you do not need to own an early V-8 to be
a member. However, National Early Ford V-8 Club membership is required.
Contact Guy Generaux at 206-323-5709 or [email protected] for additional
information.
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See Page 8 For More Leads
Fall Banquet 2013
The 2013 Fall Banquet will be held at the Red Lion-Bellevue on Saturday, November
the 16th at 6:00 PM. Ron Costello will MC the banquet and hand out the awards.
Committee members include Todd Gudmundson, Sharon Heckel, Bev Lewis, and Dave
and Elaine Ellis. Bruce Anderson is the event coordinator. Another committee member is needed to coordinate the plaque and certificate awards with Steve
Henry and Ray Bunn who will make the plaques and certificates respectively.
Please call or e-mail Bruce if you would like to volunteer for this job.
Please set aside November 16th on your calendar. The committee will be working
hard to make this an exciting and interesting event.
FINAL REPORT of THE 40th ANNUAL SEATTLE AUTO SWAP MEET
Dear Members:
The 40th Seattle Auto Swap Meet is History !
I thank all Club Members, who participated, for all the great help you provided to make the Swap Meet a success!
A break down of the key jobs follows:
The Swap Meet Committee:
Pete Lowman
Chairman
Chuck Mcleod
Reservations
Bob Heckel
Job Assignments
Lois Lowman
Radios / sign in / out & Thank You’s
Bob Scott
Traffic & Grounds
Tom Dailey
Equipment Transport & Cleanup
Mike Dermond
Computer Programs
Bill Steil
1-800 Line
Guy Generaux
Advertising
The Committee was supported by the Area Captains :
AREA #
30
31
400 / 406
601/ 602 / ½ 612
609outside/610/611/ ½ 612
600 / 604 / 606
53 / 500
607 / 608
Meet Office
Club Stall
Signs / Fire Extinguishers
Jay Stanton
Tim Larson
Ana Haley
Don Conrad
Grant Cayton
Pat LeSesne
AREA CAPTAINS
Tom McCutchen
Mark Keenholts
Bill Meade
Dave Ellis
Cliff Winfrey
Larry Coleman
Mike Amos
Randy Stobbe
Mike Woodard / Phil Howard / Bill Haynie
David Olmer
Garth McDonald
Ld Charf
Ron Costello
Bruce Anderson
Gerry Herber
Merrilla Stobbe
Ken Stobbe
Rick Mann
Dick Jauch
Elmo Lewis
Assisting Club representatives:
Vintage Chevrolet Club of America, Mt. Rainier Group
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Horseless Carriage Club of America
Early Ford V8 Club of America Cascade Group
Buick Club of America North Cascade Chapter
See Page 6 for More
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More Swap Meet ...
A total of 168 individuals volunteered 1,748.25 hours!!!
A breakdown by club follows:
CLUB
VOLUNTEERS
HOURS
BCA North Cascade Chapter
28
284.75
VCCA North Cascade Group
13
70.0
VCCA Puget Sound Group
27
111.0
VCCA Mt. Rainier Group
12
64.0
HCCA Seattle Group
12
87.0
EFV8 Cascade R G Vendor Parking
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19
2
318.5
6.0
EFV8 Puget Sound Regional Group
55
807.0
The hours outlined above were worked from Friday, May 17th thru Sunday, May 19 th and do not reflect the
hours spent by most of the Area Captains on Thursday, May 16th.
I would on behalf of the club like to extend a BIG THANK YOU to:
Mr. Jim Moore, Owner of
Fire King Inc.
240 – South Holden St.
Seattle, WA 98108-4360
for the loan of 24 fire extinguishers to us for the meet!!
The threatening weather stayed mostly dry except for overnight!
The Fairgrounds traffic and food services estimated Saturday attendance at 12,500 + people. Sunday attendance based on parking revenue was estimated at 3,500+/- .
Our vendor stall sales breakdown follows:
Vendor Stalls
Car Corral Stalls
R.V. Stalls
1311
152
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Total Combined Stall Sales
1506
AGAIN , THANKS TO ALL!!!
Pete Lowman
Swap Meet Chairman
Chuck McLeod
Reservations
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Sunshine
Dick Jauch
Hello All: These past few months have been rather slow
for the Sunshine Committee, which is just great. There
were no “special cases” reported to me this month. Keep
this up, it’s great. And for those who continue their
struggles with aches and pains, etc., a prayer in their direction will surely be appreciated. Dick Jauch, Sunshine
Chairman.
Strong Chicken Lobby Group ??
I ran across a hardware store ad the other day for
“POULTRY NETTING”. Immediately my mind
flashed to our “politically correct world” and I
thought, it appears that we can no longer call
“chicken wire”, “chicken wire” (we might offend
the chickens I guess)? So, thought we should let the
V8 club guys know that they should ask for “POULTRY NETTING” instead of “chicken wire” when
they’re buying pieces to put a new top in an early
Ford.
Thanks to Chuck Pinckney
A brief comment.
Ve get so soon olt, but so late schmardt!! I have been
hassling with my 92 F-150 for some time now. Spent lots
of money upgrading and all but the thing that made
the most difference was going back to the basics. The
ignition was about 8 degrees advanced. My fault, I am
sure. Lesson learned: Go back to the basics, timing, fuel
control and lose wires, etc.
Another one: My riding mower has had the intake air
filter cleaned several times but replacing it at about 300
hours, rather than cleaning it, got a dramatic increase in
power and about a 1/3rd less fuel consumption.
Have a great month.
Some of our Great Swamp Meet Help
Dick Jauch, Sunshine Chairman.
Please send any information needing action by the Sunshine
committee to:
Dick Jauch
1139 S New Morning Road Camano Island, W 98265
360-387-1580
[email protected]
Next Meeting: Tuesday, August 6th,
Meet at at Jim Greens Performance
Center located at 17520 147th St. SE
Monroe, WA 98272, 425-774-3507 or 425774-4714, we start at 6:00 PM. Pizza
at 7:00.
Input for the September Newsletter
Deadline: August 19th. Send Input to:
[email protected]
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More Leads
1948 FORD PICKUP - F-1, restoration started, solid body, there is a transmission in the Pickup and a 1965 221 Comet
Engine mounted in it, but we also have the original engine that we got with it and it runs good also. Lots of new and
NOS parts. $3500. Call John Muhlenkamp, 253-845-9388 or [email protected] for list of parts and more photos. This ad expires on 9-13
1936 Ford Roadster. Car has just gone through a restoration and overhaul. Updates include: 12 volts, electric fuel pump
and cooling fan, pressure cooling system, hydraulic brakes, 1937 steering, 24 stud engine, Navarro heads, headers,dual
exhaust and dual carburetors, 3.25 gear ratio, alternator,spider hub caps, banjo steering wheel, turn signals, side curtains, 8 day string wind clock, chrome heart shaped wiper motor, twin temperature gauges, radio, seat belts. The list
goes on and on. The 1936 Roadster is all Henry’s steel except for the fender skirts and may be Henry’s best looking Ford.
This car cannot be built for the asking price of $65,000. Car is sold”as is” without warranties. Rex Walker 425-747-0127.
This ad expires on 10-13
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More on the Tour of the Year
Fill out the form below and enclose a $55 check made to: PSRG.
Mail to: Chairman Guy Generaux. 2217 Everett Ave E. Seattle, WA. 98102.
Deadline to reserve is September 15, however space may be limited and granted on a first-to-register basis.
Do not call the hotel. We have reservations in a group block. Watch your e-mail for further information on meeting time
and place, complete itinerary, and other details.
Tour of the Year Chairman,
Guy Generaux
Attendee Names ___________________________ ____________________________
E-mail Address _________________________________
Check enclosed $55 (PSRG)
Little Creek Casino Resort
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2013 Summer Picnic
Co-sponsored by: Puget Sound Regional Group #18 And Cascade Regional Group #57
VASHON ISLAND Saturday August 17, 2013
Hosted by: Reeney & LD Chart 14200 107th Way SW Vashon Island, WA 98070 LD’s Cell Phone - - 206-818-8162
SCHEDULE GOAL(S):
FERRIES:
8:55AM -Pre-Breakfast Ferry (leaving Fauntleroy Dock).
8:25AM -Pre-Breakfast Ferry (leaving Pt. Defiance Dock).
8:20AM -Pre-Breakfast Ferry (leaving Southworth Dock). Please see Ferries Web site for more information: www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/
Ferry Cost: Standard: $18.40 Under 14 Ft $14.25 Senior Passenger:$2.50 Walk-on Senior:$2.50
Crossing time from 10 to 15 minutes depending on the point of departure
9:30 AM — Pancake Breakfast at the Charf’s: Pancakes, Strawberries and Ham & Eggs for the early risers.
11:00 AM -Road Tour of Vashon & Maury Islands with photo-ops and guided tour of Historic Point Robertson Light House on Maury Island.
1:30 PM — Pot-Luck Picnic Dinner at the Charf’s.
Shared consumption of favorite Side Dishes, Salads and Desserts, brought by Attendees; Tire Kicking, Garage inspections, Social Interaction and Relaxation.
Afternoon:— Open to self-guided tours of Islands, shopping in VashonTown Center, {http://www.vashonchamber.com/ } or simply hanging-out and visiting at the Charf’s.
Evening:- Perhaps checking into one of the Bed & Breakfast venues for the night, or catching a Ferry for the Main Land.
BREAKFAST FARE: (Provided by the Co-Sponsoring Clubs)
Pancakes,Strawberries,Ham&Eggs,Plastic Tableware, and Cups. Heavy Paper Plates, Cups Napkins. Condiments: Cream, Sugar & Syrups. Coffee, Orange Juice and Water.
POT-LUCK FARE: “This is a Pot-Luck Picnic”.
Each Attendee/ Participant is requested to bring one, or more, of their favorite Side Dishes**, Salads, or Desserts able to serve 6-8 people, along with serving utensils.**Heating and
cooling of dishes will be somewhat limited on-site. Please take person responsibility for heating and cooling of what you bring, i.e. Ice Chests, Thermal Pouches etc.. A Barbecue Grill
and Breakfast Griddle will be available along with limited use of a Micro-wave, Gas Range & small Gas Griddle.
Co-Sponsoring Clubs will provide: Ham,Heavy Paper Plates, Cups, Napkins,Left over Strawberries, Coffee,Juice,Water and Beer. Condiments: Ketchup and Mustard,Cream & Sugar.
Seating: Plastic Chairs will be provided for Table Seating. You are encouraged to bring your Road Touring Folding Chairs, as well, for comfort!!
Fuel up before you come to the Island, There are three stations on the Island, but, you won’t like the costs.
Driving: 2.6 Miles from North end. 20-min. from South end. SEE PAGE 11 for a Vashon Island Map
We still have room for more ads, so if you would like to add yours please call Guy
Generaux at 206-323-5709 or e-mail to Guy at [email protected]
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2013 Event Calendar General meetings start at 7:30pm at the Lutheran Church, 13047 Greenwood Ave North, Seattle unless otherwise
announced. Board meetings start at 7:00pm at the host location below unless otherwise announced.
January
2nd General meeting. Swap meet mailing
party.
23rd Board meeting. Bob and Sharon Heckel
to host
February
5th General meeting
March
5th General meeting. Battery seminar Rich
Troberg
16th & 17th Early Bird Swap Meet, Puyallup
16th & 17TH Almost Spring Swap Meet. Puy27th Board meeting. Mark and Carol Keenholts allup
to host
27th Board Meeting. Tom and Donna McCutchen hosted
April
2nd General meeting Potluck (ham)
4TH – 7TH Portland Swap meet
20TH Mount Vernon Swap Meet
24th Board meeting. Elmo and Bev Lewis to
host
May
7th General Meeting
10th SNO Isle training center show. See Pete
Lowman
17th – 19th Monroe Swap Meet. Pete Lowman
22nd Board meeting. Ron Lang will host.
July
2nd General Meeting. Meet at XXX in Issaquah. 6:00 PM Joint gathering with Cascade
13th Run to Roslyn. Will meet Cascade group
at North Bend Outlet Mall at 830am Todd will
coordinate
21st Edmonds in bloom garden tour. Sharon
Heckel will plan
24th Board meeting. Bruce and Sandy Anderson will host
6th General meeting General meeting at
Jim Greens Performance Center in Monroe. 6:00 PM. Pizza at 7:00
17th Joint Summer picnic with
Cascade. LD and Reeney Charf Will host
on Vashon Island. Pictures will be taken.
28th Board meeting Ron and Pat Costello will host.
October
1st General meeting. Show’n Tell.
Sharon Heckel will coordinate and host.
5th-6th Tour of the year. Guy Generaux
to coordinate
23rd Board meeting. Don and Annett,
Kelson will host
August
November
5th General meeting. Silent auction.
Donna Christensen will coordinate and
host.
16th Fall Banquet. (Sat)
20th Board meeting. Host needed
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June
2nd Ford car show and Picnic, Bellevue College. Ron Lang Chairman
4th General meeting. Trunk swap
meet
17th – 20th National Meet. Lake Tahoe
26th Board meeting. Bob and Ruth Porter
will host
September
2nd Fall Ford Fest, Cascade Club
3rd General meeting. Potluck Club will
supply a ham
Winthrop Tour (Gary Duff)
25th Board meeting. Dave and Elaine Ellis
will host.
December
3rd General meeting. Christmas gift
exchange
No Board meeting