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Sampson Vets - President’s Column |
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Dick Schweitzer, President |
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Welcome to Spring, |
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It's been a crazy winter. Snow in the South. warmer in the North at times when it should have been snow and cold. I wondered on occasion why the snow birds left. |
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Tom Kirk has had some health problems but has recovered nicely. He has had a good season with Logo sales. He has sent out letters also to his volunteers for Museum operation. So far it is a little slow, but he is hoping he will have enough to fill his needs. If you have the time give him a call. |
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The semi annual board meeting is scheduled for Friday April 27, 2012, at the Holiday Inn. Anyone wishing to attend is welcome. This year is also a voting year for two Trustees. Send in a biography and run for a position. |
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I have been working on the reunion for this year, September 6th thru 9th 2012. The attendance for last year's reunion was about 30% less than the year before. We all know the costs has risen over the last few years and are rising again. The cost of gas is a major threat. The contracts with the various parties involved with the reunion have cancellation clauses. For instance, the activities at the Holiday Inn we need a minimum of 125 at the banquet. If it becomes necessary to cancel for lack of attendees, it will cost the Association an unpleasant amount. Attempting another reunion another year would be difficult. Therefore. if you are planning to attend this years reunion, please get your reservations in by July 31st. |
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There will be several work days at the museum again this year. There are fewer projects than previous years, but still ongoing activities and maintenance. The roofing needs replacement but it looks like the Park will be responsible. Some of the windows need glazing and paint. Room painting also a consideration. Check with Tom Kirk or the Web Site for the dates. I am having a shelf installed at the end of the large room. near the Trainer, to display smaller memorabilia and exhibits. Space to display exhibits is getting to be a premium. |
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Don Christman, (the Roll Call Guru), tells me there is a slowing down of war stories from members. They are a high point of our Roll Call for which many enjoy reading. Let's have a good turn out for the next (June) to give the shut in members something to live and laugh through. |
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Enjoy the coming seasons and remember, "Sampson Lives". |
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Dick Schweitzer |