HUTCHINSON AMBUCS
GUESTS:
Rita Joy Campbell of Executive Realtors, guest of Larry Sloan, and our newest member to be sworn in at the next meeting. Vicki Foss, representing the Ulster Project in Hutchinson, guest of John Knipp. And Colby Davis, guest of Ward.
FUN WITH THE SERGEANTS:
Sgts Knipp and Hendrickson had a light load to impart this week. Bob Bush suggested to Sgt Knipp mid-week that a good, cheap fine would be a re-up tax on him. That was collected, along with an additional $1 for being dumb enough to suggest that the Sergeant levy a fine on oneself. Pat Fallon got hit with a re-up tax even though he has been rather regular recently (in attendance, that is) At least he didnt end up with the TUIT this time. Preston C was not granted a waiver just because VP Rick M chose to start the meeting at 7:00, not 7:07 when Preston arrived. Did anybody see Mark Treaster in the HutchFest parade? The Sgt did, and not one sign or handout said anything about AMBUCS. More campaign expenses for Rep Treaster. Jay P was fined for discussing BUSINESS at an American Business Club meeting, and this editor had to pay because he cant write and eat at the same time, so just chooses to make things up. Last, but certainly not least, Vern Doc Powers will celebrate his 84th birthday on Monday the 21st. Another chance for a group sing.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Dont forget to sign up for the annual Golf Scramble on August 8th. A signup sheet is going around at each meeting, but you can contact Jeff Brewer or Steve Harmon to register yourself and guests. So far they have enough for 7 teams, but the more the merrier. Deadline for registration is Monday the 4th of August. We will meet at the Highlands at our regular breakfast time (thats 7:00 for Mr. Clark, with golf to follow. Plan to spend the morning with the best civic group in town.
PROGRAM:
Vicki Foss has been a part of the Ulster Project ever since she and her family hosted a teen from Ireland. She just fell in love with the program and has even accompanied a group of US teens to Ireland one summer. Patricia Mccooe is the adult in charge of this years team, and on behalf of team members Jonny Hampton and Phillip Hamill, gave a review of this years activities and an overview of how the Ulster has affected life in Northern Ireland. The program is in its 9th year of exchanging young men and women from the US and Northern Ireland for a month each summer, giving both sides an opportunity to observe the similarities and differences in their living environments. For generations Northern Ireland experienced separation by religious affiliation. Protestant and Catholic families did not live in the same district, did not socialize or attend the same schools, and violence was an everyday occurrence. As a result of this project, young people are breaking down these barriers and discovering a way to live in harmony. The US teens get to experience the close-knit family life in Ireland, a function of the importance church and limited mobility in Ireland. If you are interested in becoming a host family for next years team, contact Vicki, or John Knipp. Thanks to Vicki and the Ulster Project for a great program.
DRAWINGS:
The 50/50 pot was won by Guy Gann, who felt no pressure to donate it to the Ulster Project.
The Newsletter Question of the Day opportunity went to Steve Conard, who had no idea what the question was, much less the answer.
THIS WEEKS QUESTION:
According to our website, how many Big Hat Members does our club have? You will find the answer by clicking on Members Only, logging on, and counting the Big Hats. How easy is that? If you dont know how to log on as a member contact Bob Bush or myself.