12 September 2011 Meeting Nancy Kobel, Board President Octave

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September 5, 2011
Volume 78, No. 10
Editor: Tom Williams
12 September 2011 Meeting
Nancy Kobel, Board President
Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum
Octave Chanute (pronounced "sha-noot") was born in Paris and came to
the United States as a child. He became an outstanding civil engineer
and respected scientist who lent his talents to furthering human
transportation. He spent most of his adult life as an engineer in the
railroad industry, but later gained international fame in the study of
aeronautics. He published Progress in Flying Machines in New York in
1894, which summarized and thoroughly analyzed the technical
accomplishments of the world's aviation pioneers up to that time.
The book became a classic and a guidebook for the efforts of many
would-be aviators around the world, including the Wright brothers.
GiveAKidAFlagToWave a Success - See Pages 8-12
Chanute Air Force Base operated in Rantoul from 1917-1993. After decommission, the
cleanup and conversion of the 2,125-acre (8.60 km2) grounds began. Economic redevelopment
of the former base was a paramount concern to the surrounding community. As of 2010,
portions of the site are still unoccupied, due in part to environmental concerns including
asbestos contamination. Nevertheless, much has been repurposed into civilian concerns. The
Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum was one of the earliest efforts, opening in 1994.
The Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum, the largest aviation museum in Illinois, occupies
part of the grounds of the decommissioned Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul, Illinois. It and
the base were named for Octave Chanute, railroad engineer and aviation pioneer. The museum
is dedicated to the life and works of Chanute, the former air base, the history of aviation in the
state of Illinois, and hosts an annual air show.
Highlights of the museum include a collection of over 40 aircraft including actual military
fighters, bombers, rescue, recon, and cargo aircraft. Many of these were used for training
purposes at Chanute, and most are on loan from the United States Air Force Museum. Other
exhibits of note include a replica of the Wright 1903 Flyer, a large collection of Frasca Flight
Simulators, and tributes to the veterans who have served in America's conflicts and wars.
11 September 2011
Happy Grandparents Day Sunday
HAPPY GRANDPARENTS' DAY to Richard & Tillie Adkins,
Bob & Micky Decker, Bill & Norma Dieker, Merle & Lois Dunn, Christine Felty,
Mary Hannagan, Anne Johnston, Don Kruse, Dottie & Walt Mikucki, Frank
Scantlebury, Don & Dee Trulock, and Nancy & Tom Williams. Now that I think about
it, that includes everybody except Wally Lehman & Thomas Williams. I could put
Wally on the list because of a special 7-year old in Albuquerque, NM he loves like a
granddaughter, and Thomas, don't even think about being a grandfather for several years.
19 September 2011
Annual Exchange Picnic at Mikucki's
The Mikuckis will host our Picnic again this year on the third Monday
evening in September. Walt & Dottie are always gracious hosts at their home in the
Maynard Lake subdivision and we always look forward to this event. As we get closer
to the date we'll start taking reservations and announce the costs. Mark the date on your
calendar now so you keep this date open for a fun evening. For new members who have
never attended the picnic at the Mikuckis, it's held inside and we really have a good time
tasting the different dishes and enjoying the great fellowship.
26 September 2011
Museum of the Grand Prairie
We will be having as our guest speaker on this Monday Cheryl
Kennedy, Director of the Museum of the Grand Prairie at the Lake of
the Woods. Formerly known as the Early American Museum, the museum is going
through a renaissance. Over the course of the next few years they will be reworking
some of their exhibits to include the whole story of the prairie, from the glaciers to the
present day. Cheryl will take us along on their journey with a PowerPoint presentation.
3 October 2011
Illinois Fire Service Institute
Our speaker this week will be Richard Jaehne, the director of the Illinois Fire Service
Institute on the U of I campus. This is the facility that trains firemen from all over the
state. Sometimes when driving down South Neil you can see the smoke from the facility.
10 October 2011
No Meeting - Columbus Day Holiday
In keeping with established tradition we'll not have a meeting this week due to Columbus
Day. Enjoy the time with family & friends and come back on the 17th refreshed.
22 October 2011
National Day of Service
We hope to follow up last year's project, cleaning up Johnston Park in west Champaign,
with another worthwhile project this October. If you have a good idea about what we
could do on Saturday, October 22 give it to committee chair Frank Scantlebury.
Coming Events
Coming Events
24 October 2011
Army Corps of Engineers Research Lab (CERL)
Our speaker today will be the Director of the CERL lab in the Interstate Research
Park in Champaign, Dr. R. Ilker Adiquzel. The lab's mission is to conduct research
to support sustainable military installations and increase the Army's ability to more
efficiently construct, operate, and maintain its installations to ensure quality, safety
and reduce life-cycle costs. Walt Mikucki will introduce Dr. Adiquzel.
31 October 2011
Proudly We Hail Awards
This will be the third year we honor six Champaign families
who fly the American Flag daily and in the appropriate manner. It's never too
early to nominate candidates. Turn in your nominees to Tom Williams.
12 November 2011
Mid-Year Educational Conference
This year the Mid-Year Educational Conference will be held at
the Doubletree Hotel in Bloomington. This is a training session
for club officers & directors. The conference begins with Registration 8-8:30 a.m.;
Enterprise System 8-30 a.m.-Noon; Model Club Luncheon Noon-1:00 p.m.;
Exchange Club Branding (Newsletter & Website tips) 1:15-2:00 p.m.; How to
conduct Strategic Planning for club 2:15-4:15 p.m. The conference costs $35.00
per person payable the day of conference. For reservations contact Tom Williams.
21 November 2011
One Nation Under God
Thomas Williams is committee chair for this luncheon.
know if you have someone who would be a good speaker.
Let him
24 November 2011 - Thanksgiving Holiday
Thanksgiving is my favorite food day of the year. It's a time to enjoy the company
of family and friends around a warm fire remembering all the blessings we've
received.
5 December 2011 - No Meeting Today
There will not be an Exchange Club meeting this Monday noon due to the InterClub Christmas Party at the Champaign Country Club on Wednesday evening.
7 December 2011
Annual Inter-Club Christmas Party
This year it is our turn to host the Urbana Exchange Club, and the Champaign
Country Club will again be the location. More details on this fun evening will be
published by early fall. Anne Johnston is our committee chairperson and is making
the arrangements.
26 December 2011 And 2 January 2012
No Exchange Meetings
In keeping with our club's long standing tradition we will be taking two weeks off during
the holidays. This gives everyone the chance to spend quality time with their friends and
relatives without worrying about missing an Exchange meeting.
21 April 2012
Believe in the Blue Program
This past April we distributed Exchange literature on the Prevention of
Child Abuse Through Better Parenting at the Wal-Mart in Savoy. We will
do something similar again this coming April. Let's all keep our fingers and
toes crossed so it's not cold and raining this year like it was the last time.
18 June 2012
Club Program Development Meeting
Today will be the Club Program Development Meeting where we will
set the course our club will take during the next 12 months. Incoming
President Thomas Williams, Jr. will review our club's 2012-2013 Goals,
announce all the club committees, committee chairpersons, and club
member committee assignments.
21-24 June 2012
85th Lincolnland District Convention
Crowne Plaza Springfield
The convention next year will be hosted by the Lincolnland District at
the Crowne Plaza Hotel just off I-55 on the east side of Springfield.
Past District President Dennis Koch of Quincy is the convention chairman, and because
of the convention's central location we're hopeful that attendance will increase. All
interstates lead to Springfield so plan now to attend.
25 June 2012
Installation of Officers & Directors
Today one of our newly elected district officers will install our Officers & Directors for
the 2012-2013 Administrative Year. We need everyone being inducted to be present and
the other members to attend to show their support.
11-14 July 2012
94th National Exchange Convention
Chandler (Phoenix), Arizona
The 94th National Exchange Club Convention will be held at the
Sheraton Wild Horse Pass resort in Chandler (Phoenix), Arizona. From the photos I've
seen of the facilities it should be a wonderful place for a convention. Nancy and I will be
going and I hope we have some company from Champaign.
Coming Events
God Bless
America
.
Editor's Note - (Everything I say here is strictly my opinion and is not
intended to represent the opinions of the Champaign Exchange Club.)
On September 11, 2001, I was the editor
of The Champaign EXCHANGER when the
planes flew into the World Trade Center,
Pentagon, and field in Pennsylvania killing
nearly 3,000 innocent men, women and
children. In the next issue I printed the
photos as a tribute to all those Americans
who died that sad September day. I said
this was a blow to every citizen of this
great country and every freedom loving
citizen of the civilized world who wishes to
live as free men and women.
Last May I was pleased to hear that Osama
bin Laden was dead, that he had been
brought to justice by the brave Americans
fighting for freedom. I'm not naive enough
to believe that all the terror problems in
the world will now go away, but I'm thankful
that the families of those innocent
Americans who died on 9/11 may finally have
closure. However, we must remain vigilant
and strong in a world full of turmoil.
May God Bless all those Americans who the
past 100 years have fought for freedom for Americans and people all around the world,
especially all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Your Nation is very grateful!
America Rises
.
from the Ashes
and Pain even Stronger!
Pentagon is better than ever!
New Freedom Tower Rises to the Sky
Flag at Shanksville, Pennsylvania Memorial
the site of the United Flight 93 crash.
Labor Day Parade
GiveAKidAFlagToWave Program
The new Exchange Year got off to a great start on the
Fourth of July as members of the Champaign and Urbana
Exchange Clubs passed out approximately 3,500 small
American Flags to the kids along the parade route. This is
the 27th year that we have participated in the Fourth of
July GiveAKidAFlagToWave Program and we're now
approaching 150,000 flags distributed to the children.
Our club's participants were led by Committee Chairman
Frank Scantlebury and included Anne Johnston,
Christine Felty, Wally Lehman, Nancy Williams,
Tom Williams, and Thomas Williams, Jr.
In front from the left are Wally Lehman (Champaign) and Van Bowersox (Urbana).
Standing from the left are Nancy & Thomas Williams (Champaign), Fred Holhubner
and his granddaughter and son (Urbana), John Hummel (Urbana, Frank Scantlebury
(Champaign), Phil Hoggatt (Urbana), and Beth Chato (Urbana). Not pictured are
photographers Judy Hummel (Urbana) and Tom Williams (Champaign).
At left Frank Scantlebury has flags and he's ready to go. At right Fred Holhubner leans
against Hummel's truck wondering what Wally Lehman & Frank Scantlebury are scheming up.
And They're Off!
Thomas Williams makes youngster happy.
Phil Hoggatt hands out flags
Here comes our crew and
the truck as the parade
reaches the last 2 blocks.
Below - Thomas Williams
hands out the last flag.
Below - About three miles and 1,500 flags
later the group reaches the end of the
parade route and starts to un-decorate
John Hummel's truck. Judy Hummel
provided water, soda and chocolate chip
cookies for the entire group.
Fighting Illini
Hoosiers
Hawkeyes
Wolverines
Spartans
Gophers
Huskers
Wildcats
2011 Champaign Exchange Club
Football Guessing Contest By Week
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Richard Adkins
Bob Decker
Bill Dieker
Christine Felty
Mary Hannagan
Don Kruse
Anne Johnston
Wally Lehman
Dottie Mikucki
Frank Scantlebury
Dee Trulock
Don Trulock
Nancy Williams
Tom Williams
Thomas Williams
Guest Speaker
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