ANNOUNCING!

Come one come all
To the
29th Annual Nichols Reunion

It will be held July 24-25, 1992 at Forest Ridge Farm Business meeting: 7:30 Saturday night (24th) at Roy’s Clam barbeque and Chicken steam: 1:00 Sunday

Bring your own beverages and table settings. There will be an extra charge for those who want to eat clams. Please let Nelson (Ruth 2nd) and/or Jean (Ruth-Nelson 2nd)know whether or not you are coming. Then come anyway. Feel free to bring your own lunch or just come to mingle.

Committees:
Procurement: Chairpersons – Nelson and Jean
Setup: Chairperson – Roland, gofers, Merle (Leslie 2nd), Butch (Louise 2nd), Jane, Sherry (Dorothy-Johann 3rd), Russ (Louise 2nd)
Clam steam: Chairperson – Donald; Steamers – Harold, Nelson, Donald, Sheila (?) (Donald 2nd)
Chicken barbeque: Chairperson – Derwin; Chickentenders – Dot, Roy, Steve (Donald-Sheila 2nd), Stew (Dorothy-Johann 2nd), Claire (Donald 2nd)
Cleanup: Chairperson – Scott (again?) (Donald 2nd); Cleaneruppers – Charles (Ruth 2nd), Ken (Roland 2nd), Bill (Roland-Kathie 2nd) and Kathie (Roland 2nd), David (Roy-Merwin 3rd)
Get acquainted: Dianne (Roy-Merwin 3rd), Mike (Roland 2nd), Doris (Harold 2nd), Kalista (Donald 2nd), Harold

Since we live in a democracy a volunteer system exists for all the above. (P.S. Chairpersons have the authority to volunteer anyone they might need.)

Officers for 1982-83:

President – Joyce (Roy 2nd)
Vice President – Merle (Leslie 2nd)
Secretary – Esther
Treasurer – Scott (Donald 2nd)
Corresponding Secretary – Louise and Jane
Memorial – Louise

Hope to see you there!!

The 29th Annual Nichols Family Reunion

Business Meeting

The meeting was held at Roy’s on Saturday, July 24, 1982, at 7:30 pm.

Before the meeting came to order, Harold asked for a moment of silence for all those who could not make it to the reunion.

Because of several mistakes caused by the irresponsibility of the President (no names given), the minutes of last year’s meeting, which were supposed to be sent out and never were, were read at this time.

New Additions to the Family:

Marriages

Lois Cameron (Ruth-Helen Louise 3rd) married Charlie Shortsleeves 9-25-81
Laura Nichols (Donald 2nd) married Richard Stanford 8-1-81
Scott Kinsing (Donald, Pat 3rd) married Lynn 10-17-81

Treasurer’s Report:

To be furnished by Scott (Donald 2nd) for the records.

Motions:

Harold made a nomination to make Scott Acting Treasurer. Motion carried.

Scott especially wanted it to be made clear that the word “acting” was put in the record. Motion carried.

Nelson (Ruth 2nd) made a motion to allow the Treasurer and President to sign checks (unclear whether that was for all officers or only President and Treasurer).

Committees:

Historical Committee: Louise (chairperson) reported she needed HELP!! Some ws found. Joyce Ritter volunteered. Louise requested that any who have pictures please send her some pictures for the family album.

Spearhead Committee: Harold (chairperson). Since it was a new idea last year, discussion followed whether or not it should be continued. All felt it was a good idea. The motion carried to use it again next year. Also to change one person from each generation to hear up the committee.

New Business:

Because of the increasing numbers of out-of-towners and few in-towners of first generation, Louise asked all those of the second and third generation to let her know if they can help out with sleeping accommodations.

New Officers 1982-1983:

President – Jane Nichols
Vice President – Merle Nichols (Leslie 2nd)
Secretary – Esther Nichols
“Acting” Treasurer – Scott Nichols (Donald 2nd)
Corresponding Secretaries: Louise and Jane
Memorial: Louise
Spearhead Committee: Dot, Butch (Louise 2nd), Mike (Roland 2nd), Dianne (Roy- Merwin 3rd). Karren (Louise, Beth 3rd)

Next Meeting and Reunion: July 23 & 24 1983

Announcement:

Harold acknowledged the good job done by Nelson and Jean (Ruth-Nelson 2nd) for the preparation of clams and hoped they would carry it on to next year.

Donald and Jean celebrate their 46th anniversary today.

Motion to adjourn carried by all.

Roland and Barb showed films of their trip to England and Ireland after the meeting.

The 30th Annual Nichols Family Reunion

Gala Weekend

Come one! come all!

Saturday (23rd) Argyle American Legion Hall

4:00 p.m. Reunions in Colored Retrospect
(If you have any colored slides get to Les (at Donald’s) BEFORE 3:00 p.m. Saturday – with date and your name on each, please)

6:00 p.m. Pot Luck Supper
Bring a covered dish for you family plus 25% (to feed the guests, “I forgots” and gluts). Bring eating, drinking, and serving utensils. BYOB Rolls will be provided.

7:30 p.m. Business Meeting

8:15 p.m. More colored slides

Sunday (24th) Forest Ridge Farm

12:30 p.m. Clam steam (and raws if available) and Chicken BBQ
Bring: place settings, drinks; – cash or check to cover costs of chicken, charcoal, rent, ice, etc. BYOB Clam consumers will share the costs equally. Healthy appetite OR Bring your own lunch OR Come when you can.

COMMITTEES (All but Clean up should arrive by 11:30 a.m.)

Procurement: Nelson (Ruth 2nd) and Jean (Ruth-Nelson 2nd)
Set up: Esther and Sons, M J, Claire (Donald 2nd)
Steamer: Les and Nelson, Roland, Harold, Donald
Chicken BBQ: Derwin and Dot, Roy, Steve (Donald-Sheila), Stew (Dorothy-Johann 2nd) and Johann (Dorothy 2nd)
Clean up: Scott (Donald 2nd), Mike (Roland 2nd), Ben (Donald, Pat, 2nd)
Spear Head Committee for 1984: vDot, Butch (Louise 2nd), Sheila (Donald 2nd), Karren (Louise-Beth 3rd), David (Roy- Merwin 3rd)

Nominations for 1984

President – Joyce Ritter (Roy 2nd)
Vice President – Merle Nichols (Leslie 2nd)
Secretary – Esther Nichols
Treasurer – Scott Nichols (Donald 2nd)
Corresponding Secretary – Louise and Jane
Memorial – Louise

Nichols Annual Meeting 1983

New arrivals – Six infants have arrived during the year. Two marriages were announced
(see attached)

Secretary’s minutes – as presented by Merle (Leslie 2nd) were approved with no needed additions or corrections.

Treasurer’s report – Scott (Donald 2nd) – $87.91 on hand.

Nelson (Ruth 2nd) and Jean (Ruth-Nelson 2nd) were thanked by President Jane for all they had accomplished to make this year’s reunion successful.

Memorial Fund – Louise reported there is $60.00. There were floral arrangements in church on Christmas and Easter in memory of Dad and Mother. Flowers were sent to the memorial services of Sara McNeil, Bessie Reid and Tex Ritter (Roy-Joyce 2nd)

Historical Committee – pictures have been contributed of family and last year’s reunion. Albums are on hand and will be available on Sunday.

Old Business –
Picnic tables – Roland raised the issue of the need of permanent tables. He suggested that the host, who is retired and therefore with so much time on hand, could pursue such a project. We would as family pay up to $50.00 – if Donald would use time and funds constructively. For help there could be Harold, who is retired. After thirty years the tables might be considered more than temporary. Louise volunteered the use of a saw, and suggested that this could be an on-going project. There was a minority opposition. A motion stated that those so inclined and who feel so endowed may contribute to a picnic table fund. Ernest (Louise 2nd) seconded and the motion carried.

Acquisition of Land –
a permanent sight for the reunions – Merle opened a discussion with the suggestion that land might be purchased from Donald. Louise voiced her concern for the expense of a deed and of incorporation, and offered her berry patch. Merle proposed a committee to investigate the feasibility of the Nichols Family’s acquiring land a permanent sight for reunions. Mak (Leslie 2nd) seconded. Motion carried without opposition. Roland offered to consult with Bill White (Roland- Kathie 2nd) regarding legal involvement. Roland will serve as chair of the committee.

Third Weekend in July – Les made a motion that the reunion next year be held 21-22 July. Louise seconded and motion carried.

Nominating Committee – Louise made a motion to accept as presented and that the secretary record a unanimous approval of the ballot. Les seconded and the motion carried. (See attached)

Spearhead Committee – Definition was discussed. Responsibilities include activities, name tags with generation symbols, pictures of complete families. Harold moved, the motion was duly seconded and carried.

Chicken purchase – Nelson and Jean and Donald were commended on the good buy on chickens.

Charcoal – Roy procured the charcoal at a discount price.

Family tree – Mak suggested a family tree be recorded in an album. Each family of brothers and sisters could provide the pictures of that family. Louise would set up another album. Roland expressed thanks for hearing from the next generation with this sentiment. Donald asked Les to take family pictures. He remarked that two of the families are all attending this year (except Shawn’s family (of Les’ family) who are in California.)

Joyce Ritter (Roy 2nd) arrived to applause

Adjournment – Jean moved and the President adjourned the meeting at 8:50.

Jane thanked Les for the pictures presented of thirty-one years of reunions. A covered dish dinner preceded the business meeting. (‘Twas Fabulous!)

1982 New Arrivals

Jamison Steele – August (Harold-Sandy 3rd)
Teresa Danforth – October (Louise-Butch 3rd)
Nicholas Roland White – May (Roland-Kathie 3rd)
Nicholis Tominski – October (Florence-Sharon-Nancy 4th)
Jerrianne Sumner Moses – (Ruth-Martha-??? 4th)
Daughter – (Ruth-Barbara-Nancy 4th)

Marriages

Linda and George Lasher (Florence-Sharon 3rd)
Chris Bloch and Kalista (Donald 2nd)

Nominations for 1984

President – Joyce Ritter (Roy 2nd)
Vice President – Merle Nichols (Leslie 2nd)
Secretary – Esther Nichols
Treasurer – Scott Nichols (Donald 2nd)
Corresponding Secretary – Louise and Jane
Memorial – Louise

Spear Head Committee 1984

Dot, Butch (Louise 2nd), Sheila (Donald 2nd), Karren (Louise-Beth 3rd), David (Roy-Merwin 3rd)

Committee for Clam Steam 1983

Procurement: Nelson (Ruth 2nd) and Jean (Ruth-Nelson 2nd)
Set up: Esther and Sons, M J, Claire (Donald 2nd)
Steamer: Les and Nelson, Roland, Harold, Donald
Chicken BBQ: Derwin and Dot, Roy, Steve (Donald-Sheila), Stew (Dorothy-Johann 2nd) and Johann (Dorothy 2nd)
Clean up: Scott (Donald 2nd), Mike (Roland 2nd), Ben (Donald, Pat, 2nd), Russ (Louise 2nd)

All unnamed persons are subject to draft by any Chair.

The minutes of the 1983 Annual Meeting were approved. Scott (Donald 2nd) presented his Treasurer’s Report. $403.00 on hand. Owed $362.60. The report, in the black, was approved. The Memorial Fund had expended $10 for altar flowers for Christmas and Easter.

“The same old tables”, said Don of the old business item. $65 is on hand for picnic tables. Les raised the question of an estimated cost. $40-$50, Don suggested. Three to four tables are needed. Tubular steel folding legs are available. ($15.00) Sheila (Donald 2nd) would have an available set of legs. Louise reminded that benches are necessary. Donald and Harold with a committee would be responsible for two tables for ’85. Karren (Louise- Beth 3rd) seconded and the motion was carried.

In regard to land acquisition, Roland reported that he had consulted a lawyer Bill (Roland- Kathie 2nd) who suggested acquiring land for a “charitable purpose”, “land in trust”, or “not for profit”. A New York State lawyer could give concrete opinions. Les suggested that the expense was not necessary for use for only once a year. A site would be available at Hulett’s Landing in Washington County for the clam steam, Nelson (Ruth 2nd) suggested. Sheila offered that the local families would need to care for such a property. Harold moved that the land acquisition be tabled indefinitely. Seconded and passed.

Albums set up by families, as Ruth had initiated, do need to be updated. Louise also reminded that there are letters to be read in the memorabilia and asked that treasured ones, i.e. Mother’s handwriting, not be misplaced. Les suggested that each member submit their resume, and that each family who has a reunion, send a report to Louise. Sandy (Harold 2nd) suggested a family newsletter. A word processor was suggested; Roland would edit ; Sandy would reproduce and send to each family.

As New Business Steve Hoover (Donald-Sheila 2nd) reported for the Historical Committee, a trip on 30 April to the 350th Anniversary of Ipswich, Mass. As the descendent of a resident, Sheila signed a record to be in a time capsule. Enthusiastic applause was given the report.

The Nominating Committee was approved by the members� vote. The President suggested a committee for those Saturday evening meetings, including arranging for the hall. Ernest (Louise 2nd) moved, Harold seconded, that the weekend, 20-21 July 1985 would be the date for the next reunion. Motion passed.

Les moved, Harold seconded, a motion for the acquisition of a Johnny-on-the-spot. Discussion determined the cost would be $75. Motion failed.

Jane moved. Karren seconded adjournment.

Officers 1985

President – Merle R. Nichols (Leslie 2nd)
Vice President – Esther Nichols
Secretary – Beth Meyer (Louise 2nd)
Treasurer – Scott (Donald 2nd)
Corresponding Secs – Louise and Jane
Memorial – Louise

Saturday Evening Committee 1985

Setup: Esther, Mike (Roland 2nd)
Reserve Hall – Louise
Clean up: David, Ken (Roland 2nd)

Spearhead Committee

Chair – Roland
Ralph Nichols (Leslie 2nd)
Sheila Hoover (Donald 2nd)
Lois Shortsleeves (Ruth-Helen Louise 3rd)
David Nichols (Roy-Merwin 3rd)

Clam Steam 1985

Procurement: Nelson and Jean
Setup: Esther and sons, MJ, George
(Florence, Sharon 3rd) Chicken: Derwin and Dot, Roy, Steve, Sheila, Stew, Johann
Clean up: Scott, Mike, Russ, Ben (Donald, Pat, 3rd)

Happy New Year!

Saturday July 24, 1984 Attendance

Arranged by Family
Nelson and Jean (2nd)

Roy, Joyce (2nd), and David (Roy-Merwin 3rd)

Sharon – George (3rd), Linda (George 3rd), Megan (Florence-Sharon-George 4th), Nancy (3rd)

Nichalis (Florence-Sharon-Nancy 4th), Buddy (3rd)

Donald and Jean, Steve and Sheila (2nd) Kalista (Donald-Sheila 3rd) Laura (2nd) Amanda

Louise, Beth and Keith (2nd) Karren (Louise-Beth 3rd), Butch and Kate (2nd) Larry, Jimmy and Teresa (Louise-Butch 3rd), Russ and Patty (friend)

Leslie and Esther, Ralph and Mary Jane (2nd)

Harold and Jane, Sandy, Andrew, Heather, Maggie, Hamish, Jamison (Harold, Sandy 3rd) Karren and Doug (Harold-Sandy 3rd) Denise (2nd)

Dorothy and Derwin

Roland and Barb, Judy and Peter (2nd) Joshua, Ira (Roland-Judy 3rd) Ken (2nd), Mike (2nd), Kathie and Bill (2nd) Nicholas (Roland-Kathie 3rd)

Arranged by Family

Helen Louise (2nd), Lois, Dawn, Janet (Ruth-Helen Louise 3rd), Kevin and Alison (Ruth-Helen Louise-Janet 4th), Barbara and Bill (2nd) Nancy and Keith (Ruth-Barbara 3rd) Zachary (Ruth- Barbara-Nancy 4th), Martha and Dick (2nd), Nelson and Jean (2nd), Chuck and Bea (2nd), Angela (Ruth-Chuck 3rd)

Roy, Joyce (2nd) David (Roy-Merwin 3rd)

Florence, Sharon (2nd), George and Linda (Florence-Sharon 3rd), Megan (Florence-Sharon- George 4th), Nancy and Joe (Florence-Sharon 3rd) Nichalis (Florence-Sharon-Nancy 4th), Buddy (Florence-Sharon 3rd)

Donald and Jean, Pat and Paul (2nd), Reese Paul and Lisa (Donald-Pat 3rd), Cara (Donald-Pat 3rd), Claire (2nd) Shana (Donald-Claire 3rd), Sheila and Steve (2nd), Kalista (Donald-Sheila 3rd) Kalista and Chris (2nd) Amy (Donald-Kalista 3rd) Rob (?), Scott and Melissa (2nd) Candy and Darcy (Donald-Scott via Melissa 3rd), Laura (Donald 2nd), Amanda (Donald-Laura 3rd) plus a friend of Candy and Darcy

Louise, Beth and Keith (2nd), Karren (Louise-Beth 3rd), Butch and Kate (Louise 2nd), Larry, Jimmy, and Teresa (Louise-Butch 3rd), Jim (2nd), Russ (2nd) and Patty (friend)

Leslie and Esther, Ralph and Mary Jane (2nd)

Harold and Jane, Sandy, Andrew, Heather, Maggie, Hamish, Jamison (Harold, Sandy 3rd) Karren and Doug (Harold-Sandy 3rd) Denise (2nd)

Dorothy and Derwin

Roland and Barb, Judy and Peter (2nd) Joshua, Ira (Roland-Judy 3rd) Ken (2nd), Mike (2nd), Kathie and Bill (2nd) Nicholas (Roland-Kathie 3rd)

94 family members one of the largest ever

Nichols Family Reunion Meeting

The minutes of the 1984 annual meeting were read by Secretary Beth Meyer (Louise 2nd) with an interpretation by her daughter Karren (“Mommy, are you teaching these people?”). The minutes were amended to state that the picnic table fund had $115.50 instead of $65.00 available. The minutes were approved as amended – following a suggestion by Leslie that the Vice President (Esther) move up to the front table with the other officers if she wanted to continue instructing the President on how to conduct the meeting.

The treasurer, Scott Nichols (Donald 2nd) prefaced his report with the statement “I am not a crook.” Balance on Hand is $514.14 – before paying 1985 Reunion expenses. $187.50 is available for picnic tables; $171.44 was the cost of 4 tables. Harold moved that the cochairmen of the picnic table committee (He and Donald) spit the unspent money; there was no second! The treasurer’s report was accepted as read.

The Memorial Fund spent $10 for Christmas and Easter altar flowers, Louise reported. She then asked the members if they wished to continue giving money for altar flowers on both holidays. Roland suggested a $20 donation once a year – on Minnie’s birthday or Ransom and Minnie’s wedding anniversary perhaps. Leslie moved that a more useful and permanent commemoration of Ransom and Minnie Nichols be made in lieu of lowers and that the President appoint a committee to determine a suitable memorial. Joyce seconded the motion. It passed.

The Historical Committee report was given by Louise. She said that no pictures of the 1984 Reunion had been received for inclusion in the album. Steve Hoover (Donald-Sheila 2nd) has made copies of the Nichols and Whittemore genealogy records. A copy can be made available to anyone who is interested.

Harold made a report on the picnic tables. Four tables have been made but not stained. He recommended that the table fund be continued. Nelson (Ruth 2nd) moved that money for maintenance come out of the general fund and that the money be collected as part of the cost of the Sunday dinner. Sandy (Harold 2nd) seconded the motion; it was passed.

Sandy reported that a Nichols Family newsletter was written and distributed to family members. Sandy stated that it cost about $0.25 a copy and that it was a lot of work. Although she enjoyed it she wondered if anyone else did. Leslie moved that we give a vote of confindence to Sandy and Roland. It passed unanimously. After considerable discussion it was decided to continue the newsletter, to make copies for members of the first and second generations and older third generation members. Heads of each family will be responsible for getting together reports for their families. Copies will be distributed to the family heads, along with a bill, reflecting the cost of the newsletter.

Esther moved, Sharon seconded a motion that the weekend, July 19-20, 1986, be the date of the next reunion. Motion passed.

The following slate of officers was presented and approved for the 1985-86 Reunion:

President – Esther Nichols
Vice President – Beth Meyer
Secretary – Jean Nichols
Treasurer – Scott Nichols
Corresponding Secretaries – Louise and Jane
Memorial – Louise

The Spearhead Committee was named as follows:

Chairperson – Roy
2nd generation – Sharon (Florence), Ralph (Leslie)
3rd generation – Andrew (Harold-Sandy),Lois (Ruth-Helen Louise)

Jean Nichols moved, Sharon seconded adjournment. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30.

Following the business meeting everyone enjoyed Leslie’s slides.

NICHOLS FAMILY REUNION BUSINESS MEETING

The Business Meeting of the 34th Annual Nichols Reunion was called to order by President Pro Tem Jean Rosbrook Nichols at 8 PM at the Argyle American Legion following a Pot Luck Dinner.

The minutes of the July 19, 1986 meeting were read by Secretary Sandra Nichols Steele (Harold 2nd). Ernest (Butch Louise 2nd) to all of use who can never remember his name) Danforth requested that Beth�s name be corrected to read Beth Danforth Meyer (Louise 2nd). The minutes were approved as corrected.

Treasurer D. Scott Nichols (Donald 2nd) reported a balance of $445.54. All bills that he has received have been paid.

HISTORICAL COMMITTEE REPORT:

Historian Louise Nichols Danforth read the introduction by Joyce Ritter (Roy 2nd) to the First Draft of the History written by Louise. Joyce has this on her computer so she can update and add to it. All family members who remember Ransom and Minnie Nichols are requested to read this history and contribute any facts, memories, or other printable items of interest to be included. (I am sure Joyce will accept any stories, or recollections from any family member who may wish to contribute.) Louise will have copies of this history available for any interested family members at $3.00 per copy. Joyce also made copies of the Nichols Genealogy. Each of the nine families is to get a copy (for a small donation of $2.00 to cover the costs) and they can make copies for other family members.

A motion was made and approved for commendation to Louise Nichols Danforth and Joyce Nichols Ritter for the many hours of work that have gone into this project.

MEMORIAL FUND REPORT:

Louise Nichols Danforth reports that $10 was given to CARE at Christmas and again at Easter. Also $20 was paid to CROP to Church World Services for 10 miles walked by Barbara Foss Nichols. $2.00 per kilometer will be pledged this year for the CROP walk.

NEWSLETTER REPORT: Only Johann Alberding Mead (Dorothy 2nd) sent a contribution to Sandy Nichols Steele (Harold 2nd) for the 1986-87 newsletter, therefore, no newsletter. If has been suggested that each of the nine families select someone to send news of that family to Sandy Nichols Steele by January 10, 1988 for this year�s newsletter. Minutes are to be mailed out prior to that so everyone knows about it in advance.

NOMINATING COMMITTEE REPORT:

(WHO ARE YOU?) There seems to be some confusion as to who is on this committee. Harold Nichols seemed to feel it was the current officers. Therefore, after a brief conference the following slate was recommended:

President: Beth Danforth Meyer (Since she was unable to attend this year)
Vice President: Sandra Nichols Steele
Secretary: David Nichols (Roy-Merwin 3rd)
Treasurer: D. Scott Nichols

A motion was made and seconded and approved to cast one ballot for this slate as offered.

Family Roster:

Louise Nichols Danforth will get changes of addresses and forward them to Beth Danforth Meyer to update Roster. Copies of updated Roster are to e sent to Sandy Nichols Steele of Newsletter and David Nichols for Reunion announcement.

Motion was made, seconded and approved to hold the 1988 reunion July 16th and 17th, 1988.

Laura Nichols Stanford volunteered to head the spearhead committee for the 1988 reunion.

New members for the year:

Births:
Rhue Asa Nichols – Son of Doris (Harold 2nd) and Merle Nichols (Leslie 2nd) Calista Lenore Kintzing – Daughter of Scott (Donald-Pat 3rd) and Lynn Andrew William White – Son of Kathie Nichols (Roland 2nd) and Bill White

Marriages:
Mary Reilly to Ken Nichols (Roland 2nd)

The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 P.M. and followed by slides taken by Leslie Nichols.

35th ANNUAL NICHOLS FAMILY REUNION

Meeting was called to order by President Beth (Louise 2nd) at 7:35 p.m.

Reading of the minutes, Since the minutes were unavailable, a motion was made by Russ (Louise 2nd) to accept the minutes in absentia. The motion was seconded and passed by a majority.

Treasurer’s Report: Scott reported a current balance of $520.11. He implied that in all probability that the balance would change within the next 24 hours. Our treasurer also suggested a possible change should be made, of an inflationary manner, from the current dues of $1.50 annually. Harold moved that the report be accepted. It was seconded and passed.

Ye Olde Business: There was none.

Ye Newe Business: There wasn’t none.
Re: dues. Motion was made by Esther to raise the dues to $3.00 annually. After some discussion the motion was withdrawn. Merle (Leslie 2nd) made a motion to raise the dues to $2.00. He also withdrew his motion. Most of the commotion about the aforementioned motions centered around the fact that most of the dues were being paid only by those that attended the reunion. Since dues are used to cover such costs as postage, memorial contributions, new quills for the treasurer, etc, all family members should be expected to carry the inflationary burden. The cost of the reunion dinner is calculated each year and paid for by those attending and therefore has no impact on the dues collected. It was then suggested that all family members not attending the reunion should forward the dues to the treasurer to cover the aforementioned expenses. Laura (Donald 2nd) made a motion that the family be notified via the newsletter that dues should be paid whether attending the reunion or not. The motion was amended to state that the dues were to be raised to $2.00 annually. It was seconded and passed.

Historical Committee Report:
A request was made for any pictures of the 1953 Reunion. Family newsletter copies were available from Sandy (Harold 2nd) for $0.50 donation to cover costs.

Nominations for the slate of new officers:

Sandy – president
David (Roy-Merwin 3rd) – Vice President
Katie (Louise-Butch 2nd) – Secretary
Scott – Treasurer.

Harold motioned for nominations to be closed. Seconded and passed

Further New Business: Donations of $1.00 will be graciously accepted for the professional babysitting services provided at the meeting tonight.

Spearhead Committee: Laura (Donald 2nd), Donald, Ernie (that’s Butch to some) and Dianne (Roy-Merwin 3rd) are to at least see if we can get those members attending the reunion ‘tagged’.

Oral update to the Newsletter followed, presented by all those who had news to tell.

Motion to adjourn was made at 8:33 p.m. Seconded and passed.