HUTCHINSON AMBUCS
NEWSLETTER EDITOR: Duke Wiggins
GUESTS:
Jarin Berger Grandson of Chuck Peterson
Ralph Henderson brother-in-law of Fred Connor
George Brown Equipment Link guest of Larry Sloan
Jim French Oxfam-America guest of Mark Treaster, & our program for today
FUN WITH THE SERGEANTS:
Sergeants Knipp and Hendrickson came loaded with State Fair screw-ups galore. Noted conservative (meaning cheap guy) Tim Davies tried to save some lunch money at the Fair. With Pronto Pups selling for $3.50 this year, Tim decided to bring his own hot dogs and see if one of the little yellow huts would fix them up for him. And how did that work Tim?? Real Sheriff Randy Henderson had his vehicle towed while at the Fair. No he wasnt parked in the wrong lot. In fact, he had the lot pass hung on his mirror. However, there was one tiny sticker missing from his pass, so he got towed. Its good to know security at the Fair is as tight as always. Duke brought several items from the booth to sell no not product, but clothing, etc left by volunteers. The very nice K-State jacket was claimed by several members, but actually belonged to Amy Chambers. Sgt Knipp will deliver it to her. A green umbrella went unclaimed, and a new looking jean jacket was claimed by Brad Thompson, but a size medium jacket did not fit a size long & tall body. Pam Brooks carried the TUIT during the Fair and generated money from Al S, Ward D, Dan P, and John K. For those of you who dont know, Pam is recovering from foot surgery and was still on crutches as she spoke. She was assigned to a special motorized scooter while working the Elm Grove Estates booth. Stan happened to be on the grounds early one morning and spotted Pam motivating around the grounds. Se could hear him laughing down the pike, then he jumped out of his truck, ran over and gave her a sympathy hug, embarrassing her even more. While he was not fined, Stan received the Curse of the TUIT for his Good Samaritan act.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The promised Big Surprise was announced by President Al. With all the rain and cold that accompanied the Fair this year, we grossed within $326 of last years numbers. Net numbers will not be known until all bills are in, but we should have these figures sometime in October. Jay P announced that the Hutchinson News had requested a Casino for their employee party planned for Saturday, Dec 6th. He started a signup sheet around to get a feeling from the club how many might be willing to give 4 hours to raise a cool $1,000 for the kids. Please put your name on the list as it circulates during upcoming meetings.
PRAYERS & CONCERNS:
Please keep Fred and Barbara Conner in your prayers. Barbaras mother .is under Hospice care and appears to be failing. Their son Tim will be in Hutchinson in early October for what may likely be his last visit with his grandmother.
PROGRAM:
The last time Jim French stood before our club he was running for political office and admitted he was very nervous. This time he comes representing Oxfam America, a world-wide, not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating lasting solutions to poverty and injustice in our world. Originally formed by Anglican monks shortly after WWII, they concentrated on rebuilding North Africa, which was virtually destroyed by clashes between Allied and Axis troops as they fought for control of this strategic area. Today, Oxfam International, a confederation of 13 affiliates including Oxfam America, is at work wherever disaster strikes, bring with it disease, malnutrition, and poverty. They provide immediate relief, such as food, clothing, and medical assistance, but they are unique in working with local governments and volunteers to provide leadership and training to develop infrastructure and economic stability, allowing for the area to become self-sustaining. Currently they have a goal of developing potable drinking water throughout Africa. Jims job is to get the word out. The organization is always seeking funds (they accept no government funding), as well as volunteers to serve in areas of need. If you are interested contact Jim or Mark or the organization directly.
DRAWINGS:
The 50/50 pot of $26 went home with ME, your friendly editor for the week.
The $10 Question of the Day award would have gone to Jim S, but he did not even know the question, much less the answer.
QUESTION OF THE DAY:
According to our website, name one of our SPONSORS