THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH — "He that would live In peace and ease must not speak all he knows nor judge all he sees," —BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
THE AA COORDINATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of iamijAqv mcir Son Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. JANUARY 1956
COORDINATING COUNCIL CHBONICLES -- The 122nd meeting of the Coordinating Council of Alcohol ics Anonymous of San Diego was called to order by its new Chairman, Bud Stout. The roll call by the Secretary revealed 21 Coordinators present, sufficient for a quorum. The Twelve Tradi tions were read by Joe Tully of the Coronado Group. Minutes of the Council's meeting held December 5th were approved as read. REPORTS BY COMMITTEES: BUSINESS COMMITTEE: A financial report on the operation of the Central Office was submitted by Business Committee Member Ben Edgerton. His report revealed a surplus of $54.88 for December and a surplus for the year of 1955 of $355.17. Total income of the CO for 1955 was $6,368.95, total expenses were $6,033.78. Here's the breakdown -- INCOME: Group Contributions.,,, $4145.50 EXPENSES: Rent & Office $2177.01 Buck-A-Month 1014.00 Secretarial 3530.00 Books & Literature 176.14 Miscellaneous 326.77 New Year's Dance I/1/55 286.26 1955 Annual Picnic.,.,, 747.05 PROGRAM COMMITTEE; Helen Gray, retiring '55 Chairman, reported that all proceeds from the Annual Banquet ($209,42) has been turned over to the Central Office, Helen expressed her gratitude for the Council's cooperation during her term in office and was, in turn, given a round of thanks by the Council, PUBLIC RELATIONS: Frank Surman, Chairman, advised the Council of the PRC'S need for three new members to succeed Russ Budd, John Gormley and Dorothy Gue who have resigned. The Business Committee will submit names for the Council's approval. NEW YEAR'S DANCE: Chairman A1 Harden reported this year's affair netted the CO a neat^ - $312.26. The Council gave A1 and his Committee a solid round of thanks for a fine Job accomplished under certain difficulties. A1 recommended the Council appoint the new Committee for this affair immediately to avoid any trouble. The Chairman will be named at the February meeting so submit the names of the people you think qualified to skipper this important affair, BY-LAWS COMMITTEE: After many weeks of hard work and deliberation the Committee submitted to the Council a new draft of AA by-laws. They were read in their entirety by Ben Edger ton and a number of important changes were explained. The by-laws will now be submitted to each group for approval or rejection. The decisions of each group shall not be made prior to March 1st or later than April 1st, Please have your group secretary advise the Secretary of the Council the nature of your action, NEW BUSINESS: Ann Laughlin of the National City group was elected to the Program Committee, Chairman Stout acquainted the new Coordinators with the Buck-A-Month plan and urged that it be brought forcibly to each group's attention. The Chairman of the Program Committee announced that the War Memorial Building in Balboa Park was being considered as an improved location for the Central (Wed. Nite) Meetings. Attempts are being made to obtain this location at the same rental now being paid at Craftsmen's Hall. This announcement prompted two motions that carried,. .#1: The Program Committee be authorized to lease the War Memorial Building location providing a guarantee of 52 weeks and a rental not to exceed $140.00 per month, could be obtained. #2: The Program Committee Chairman be author- ized to engage the War Memorial Building for the 1956 New Year's Dance providing the rental did not exceed $l4o. Results of efforts to be reported at the next Council meeting. When the Executive Secretary's salary was increased last September, the Business Committee recommended that its action be reviewed and if necessary revised on January 1st, 1956, This matter was introduced by Chairman Stout and after considerable discussion it was decided by motion to present this matter at a group level for approval or rejection. On a motion by the Spring Valley Coordinator, seconded by Del Mar and passed by the Council the groups are asked for action in this manner: "Shall the present salary of the Executive Secretary of the Central Office be maintained at $355.00." Vote YES or WO. Your Coordinator has the details on this matter and can provide each group with all the necessary information. There being no further business, the Council adjourned. The next regular meeting will be held in the Alano Club, Monday, February 7th at 8 p.m. PROGRAM COMMITTEE POINTERS--The final meeting of this important committee while undei uhe^ able direction of Chairman Helen Gray_, revealed some very gratifying figures for 1955% f During this 12-month period, the receipts of the Central Meeting totaled $3,05i)-.98 against an expense figure of $2,891.SU, This created a surplus of $163.74 for the year. Added to this surplus was the profit from the AA Annual Banquet which totaled $209.42. The two fig ures gave the PC a 1955 surplus of $373,16, At the end of I955 the Program Committee ac count showed a balance of $1,200.48. This healthy financial condition of the Program Com mittee most certainly reflects able direction, hard work and pleasing meetings. A hearty vote of thanks is due Helen Gray and her splendid committee. A list of excellent speakers is scheduled for your January and February Wednesday Nite meetings..,donH miss a single one of themj Here are the programs — JANUARY 18th - Chet Castellaw ... Hails JANUARY 25th - Glenn Christiansen ,.. from Los Angeles and brings a terrific Another one of the top-ranking speakers AA story. His trip here enabled his from the City of Angels. Highly recom- 3 children to visit the S, D. Zoo. mended for wonderful AA talks, Juanita Carney, Chairman "Red" Haines, Chairman Steps by Eunice Dibrell Sat. Nite Y, Hosts Women*s Group, Hostesses FEBRUARY 1st - Bill Cummings ... A lad FEBRUARY 8th - Asa Bushnell ... Down from from San Clemente with a fresh approach. the hi^ country for his annual pitch Norma says he is great...that's enuff to and you can bet it will be a dandy ... bring you out that nite, he never misses. Norma Scott, Chairman A1 Ries, Chairman Steps by Ben Scott Steps by Ralph Corbett Santee Group, Hosts Pacific Beach, Hosts ATTEND YOUR WEDNESDAY NITE MEETINGS.. .THEY'RE PLANNED FOR YOUR PLEASURE.*
BUD STOUT CHOSEN FOR NEW YORK DELEGATE -- The San Diego-Imperial County Area Assem bly at its meeting held on December 13th, selected Bud Stout of the Spring Valley Group to succeed Jim Burwell as the Area's Delegate to the New York General Service Conference during I956-57. Carl Nelson of the Carlsbad Group was elected Chairman of the Area Assembly and Virginia Jarvis of the Women's Group was named Secretary, "Doc" Muiphy of La Jolla will serve as Vice-Chairman and alternate New York Dele gate. The meeting was attended by representatives of 35 of "the 38 Area groups. LEMON GROVE GROUP TO CELEBRATE Ist ANNIVERSARY...Everyone in AA is cordially invited to attend this significant celebration to be held Sunday, February 5th, 1st Congregational Church, 3130 Main Street in Lemon Grove. It marks the first birthday of this highly successful group and an excellent program has been arranged. There'll be food and coffee and a host of fine speakers. Let's turn out for this event...LA MESA "JEWEL OF TEE HILLS" GRQIP CHANGES MEETING TIME AND PLACE — From this date forward this group will meet on Sunday nites at 8:15, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 8745 Lemon Ave., La Mesa. Make this change in your meeting directory...TEMPORARY MEETING CHANGE -- This Friday, January 13th, the Friday Nite Women's Group and the Associates will conduct a Joint meeting at the Alano Club. The Friday Nite Men's Group will meet at the Pathfinders, The All Saints Episcopal Church is not available on this Friday. IN RETROSPECT - Again all hats are off to our fine Associates for another tremendously successful and enjoyable Christmas Party. Seldom has an AA affair moved with more dis patch and precision then this one, yet maintained such a Joyous atmosphere. Norma "Stretch's" Lunder skippered this affair and engineered "Rudolph, the Red Nosed Rein deer" into a super production. The fine handiwork of every Associate Member was in evidence and a good time was had by all. We thank you...all us alcoholics. THE NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY - Only Alcoholics Anonymous could pack a hall with almost 5OO people on New Year's Eve and point with pride that there wasn't a drunk among them ... although the ex-drunks predominated. It was nothing short of miraculous. And despite music that did not come up to expectations, a glorious New Year's Eve was celebrated and enjoyed by all present. Although the final figures aren't in...the CO stands to gain approximately $300. A1 Harden and his Committee worked hard on this one and des pite numerous difficulties came up with a pleasing party. Thanks, Al, and your Committee. QUICKIES -- (One of the nicest Christmas presents was the sight of Russ Budd up and about again and the li^t in Ruth's eyes was as bright as the Star of Bethlehem I956 years ago).. Rev, Bass Browning who won the TV at the New Year's Party still carts it around in his car, now he must find an apartment large enou^ to accomodate the TV and BB...They're still talking about the hassle at the Friday Nite Men's Group over railroad elections, ask Bud Connors...As Tom Moriarity takes over the duties as Manager of the Alano Club, Ruth Thompson assumes the Secretarial duties...Leo and Margaret Gunn make another man and wife team at North Park...Bud Stout must live up to his name with all the extra AA duties now his responsibility...Maureen Miller presented the Alano Club with a delight ful Christmas Day Dinner; over 100 talked and ate Turkey during the affair...We'll always remember Bill Marcus's definition of an alcoholic, "A guy that drinks between drinks" ...Out of space but not material, see you next month, (No room for Group Contributions - Will pick it up next issue.) THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH: God gives every bird its food, but He does not throw it into the nest. — J. G. Holland
THE AA COORDINATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of ir v. iqkc Son Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. jeoruary, moo
CENTRAL MEETING LOCATION CHANGES Effective Wednesday, March 7th, the Central Wednesday Nite Meeting
will be held in the
WAR MEMORIAL BUILDING
Zoo Drive — Balboa Park
Plenty Free Parking ... Air Conditioned ... Comfortable Seats ... Better Acoustics
COORDINATING COUNCIL CHRONICLES— The 123rd regular meeting of the Coordinating Council of Alcoholics Anonymous of San Diego was called to order by Chairman Bud Stout. A roll call by the Secretary found 27 Coordinators present, a sufficient number for a quorum. The Twelve Traditions were read by Ralph Herrick of the La Jolla Group. Minutes of the meeting held January 9, 1956 were approved as read,
REPORT BY COMMITTEES —
Business Committee — Chairman Chet Martin reported a surplus of $535.75 for the Centra] Office operation during January. This large "in the black" figure was due to yearly payments on Buck-A-Month committments, profits from the Annual Banquet and the New Year's Party. Group contributions hit a new low with only $211.00. The decline in group contributions has reached an alarming state and every group is urged to improve their figure for February. Dig a little deeper every meeting. Let's keep the CO in the black.. .every month during 1956. Program Committee— Chairman Jim Bratten reported arrangements had been concluded for the use of the War Memorial Building in Balboa Park for our Central (Wednesday Nite) meetings. The first meeting in this fine new location will be on March 7th. The rental for the new facilities will be $135. 00 per month, within the figure authorized by the Coordinating Council. Public Relations Committee — Chairman Frank Surman reported the progress being made with Mr. Tuttle, Chairman of the California Alcoholic Commission, and it was good news. Due to the efforts of Chairman Frank and A1 Houser, AA will play an important role in the work done by the State.
INSTITUTIONAL MEETINGS NEED YOUR HELP
Unless a large number of volunteers are obtained immediately, San Diego AA will fail its obligation in Institutional work. Chairman Surman and his small committee are doing the best they can under the circumstances but their small number is far from adequate for such important work. They need help., .badly! Why don't you give them a hand, plan to attend one or more institutional meetings each month., .indicate your desire to help by contacting Surman, Wayne McCormick or Rusty Harmon. Do it now! The PRC meets the last Tuesday of each month at the Alano Club, 7:30 p.m. OLD BUSINESS — By a vote of 16 to 11, the Council directed that the salary of the Executive Secretary of the Central Office be maintained at $355.00 per month. This was a recorded vote and the Secretary was instructed to include the results in the minutes of the meeting. Sunday, July 1, 1956, was selected as the date for the annual AA Picnic. It will be held in Oak- ridge Park and the responsibility for the affair was voted into the hands of the Business Committee No single individual was chosen Chairman. On a motion that carried, the War Memorial Building was selected as the site for our annual New Year's Eve Party. The Program Committee Chairman was instructed to complete arrangements for its use at a figure of $200.00. Mary Stout was elected by acclamation to serve as Chairman of this big AA affair.
NEW BUSINESS — Red Haynes was elected by acclamation to the Program Committee. Red earned his spurs by serving out Russ Budd's term. The Council was urged to provide names that would answer 12th Step calls referred to them after 11 p.m. by the AA Answering Service. In March there will be elected a woman to the Program Committee. Submit the names of those capable to handle this important assignment.
There being no further business, the Council adjourned. The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, March 5th at 8 p.m. at the Alano Club.
PROGRAM COMMITTEE POINTERS — The excitement and enthusiasm over the change from Craftsmen Hall to the War Memorial Building for the Central Meeting did not prevent the PC from coming up with a dandy schedule of speakers for February. Here is the program schedule
FEBRUARY 15th — John Sullivan. You'll enjoy John, the long time manager of the famous 6300 Club. He has an engrossing AA story. - Maureen Miller, Chairman - Steps by Bud Hicks - Sat. Nite 'Y", hosts. FEBRUARY 22nd — Sybell Willett. Here's a gal with a wonderful AA story. She is the secretary of the L. A. Central Office. - Bob Gray, Chairman - Steps by Bill Boland - Rolando Group, hosts. FEBRUARY 29th — Repeat showing of Bill Wilson's TV story "One Day at a Time" plus a repeat of the Compton's TV AA pitch! Here is a radical departure for the regular meeting format but we are certain there are hundreds who missed these interesting TV shows and there are lots of AA members that would like to see them again. Run ning time about 50 minutes. - Ann Laughlin, Chairman - Steps by Bill Russell - Pathfinders, hosts. MARCH 7th — Jack Bailey or Fine Guest Speaker. - This will be our first meeting in the War Memorial Building and we are anxious to have a wonderful turn-out. So, postpone any other plans and make it a point to support this initial venture in our larger, and more comfortable quarters. Remember, we are depending on YOU. - Red Haynes, Chairman - Balboa Women's Group, hosts. NEW OCEANSIDE GROUP PARTY — The newly organized group in Oceanside is making a real bid for AA recognition by holding a meeting-dance party on this Friday nite, March 10th. Everyone in San Diego AA is invited.. .the place — 1145 North Fremont St., Oceanside. Let's give this new group a rousing start.. .be there. EARLY BIRDS SPRING DANCING PARTY — Everyone in AA, regardless of age, is cordially invited to attend the "Early Birds" first party, to be staged in the splendid surroundings of the San Diego Women's Club on Saturday, March 10th from 8 'till 12 p.m. Dick Minor will supply his inimitable dancing music .. .there will be games... there will be prizes...there will be refreshments. Let's all "be out" to support this enterprising group. See you there.. .for a wonderful evening. QUICKIES — One hundred and twenty good AA members turned out to help the Lemon Grove Group cele brate their first anniversary on February 5th. It was a wonderful get-together and made most enjoyable by some of the finest pie you've ever eaten.... The Alano Club's dance was a social and financial success, .. .The El Cajon Group will celebrate their 7th Anniversary February 7th, 7 p.m. with a Potluck dinner at the Presbyterian Church, Farragut Circle. Everybody's invited.. .The Friday Nite groups will be scattered this week. February 10th the Women's group meets at Helen Gray's home.. .the Associates at the Alano Club and the Men's group at the Pathfinders.. .Hugo says put in a plug for Nutrilite and this is it... That's all. Following are the December and January Contributions for the February "Coordinator". Alpine $ 10.00 CENTRAL OFFICE National City .. $ 10.00 Associates .... 150.00 North Park .... 77. 00 Central 2.00 Jewel of the Hills .$10.00 Pacific Beach . . 5.00 Chula Vista.... 25.00 LaJoIla 40.00 Rolando 35.00 Coronado 30.00 Lemon Grove ... 30.00 Santee 15.00 § Del Mar 31.91 Minnewawa .... 10.00 Spring Valley. .. 31.00 Friday Nite Mens 25.00 Mission Bay .... 20.00 12th Avenue. ... 15.00 G o 1 d en Hills .. 17.00 Women 170.00 z NEW YORK FOUNDATION t/iAnonymous $ 6.00 Fri. Nite Mens $30.00 National City $11.00 Del Mar 10.00 Golden Hills .. 6.00 North Park . 10.00 East San Diego. ,. 8.00 La Jolla 25.00 Women.... 75.00 Jewel of the Hills , 2.50 Mission Hills. . 5.00 Rolando .. . 5.00 • Lemon Grove ... 2.00 Minnewawa. .. 10.00 THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH: "It is often the last key on the ring which opens the door", — Thomas Carlyle
THE AA COORDINATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of San Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. March, 1956
COORDINATING COUNCIL CHRONICLES — The 124th regular meeting of the Coordinating Council of Alcoholics Anonymous of San Diego Area was called to order by Chairman Bud Stout, A roll call by the secretary revealed 21 Coordinators present, sufficient for a quorum. The Twelve Traditions were read by Leo Gunn, Coordinator from the Friday Nite Men's Group, Minutes of the meeting held February 6, 1956 were approved as read.
REPORTS BY COMMITTEES ~ Business Committee — Chairman Chet Martin reported an operating deficit of $87.85 for the Central Office during February. Group contributions continued low but the Buck-A-Month, under the new collection plan, showed a sizable increase. The Business Committee has named Red Haynes to skipper the Annual AA Picnic to be held on July 1st at Oakridge Park. Program Committee — Chairman Jim Bratten reported all in readiness for our first meeting in the new location, the War Memorial Building, Wednesday, March 7th. To keep the ball roll ing a wonderful list of speakers are scheduled for the next sixty days. Coordinators were urged to encourage attendance at the Central Meetings. Public Relations Committee — Chairman Frank Surmau reported continued progress with the Community Welfare Council in its work with State Officials. Alan Houser, one of our hard working PRC members has been appointed by the Welfare Council to Chairman a committee that will spearhead their projects. Frank reported little response to the PRC appeal for Institutional Meeting help; most of the meetings are still short of men and women. Give this committee a hand.. .they need it badly. Indicate your interest by attending the PRC meeting held on the last Tuesday of each month at the Alano Club, 8 p.m. Semi-Institutional Meeting — Each Monday evening at 7 o'clock there is an AA meeting con ducted at Vauclain Home. Bill Williams who has put a lot of effort in this meeting is asking for help from AA members. They need to see new faces there. Try and make it next Mon day. You can meet Bill at the Pathfinders after 6 p.m.
DEADLINE ON BY-LAWS APRIL 1st — Coordinators were advised that all decisions regarding the proposed new by-laws must reach the Central Office prior to April 2nd. That is the final day for ratification or rejection. Be sure your group decision is in... .IT'S IMPORTANT.
DOROTHY GUE OWEN was elected to the Program Committee by acclamation. Next month a male member will be elected, - pick out a good one.
HASSLE AVOIDED — What promised to develop into a 14-karat hassle over absent Coordinators was nipped in the bud when Secretary Howard volimteered to supply meeting agendas prior to each meeting. This will enable all Coordinators WHO ATTEND THE MEETINGS to present a thorough and complete report to their groups. Coordinators not being present is a problem at group level ONLY.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Coordinating Council will be held at the Alano Club, Monday, April 2nd at 8:00 p.m.
SPECIAL NOTES — The "Early Birds" Dancing Party will be held Saturday evening, March 10th, at the San Diego Women's Club House at 3rd and Maple Sts. Dick Minor's band will provide the music. There'll be games, prizes and refreshments. SEE YOU THERE ! The "12th Step" Play that was so brilliantly presented at the Los Angeles Conference last fall will be staged in San Diego on Saturday evening, April 14th — Wednesday Club House, 6th and Ivy Lane, 8 p.m. The original cast will come down for this affair. This event is being sponsored by the combined Saturday nite groups: Pacific Beach, Rolando, Early Birds, Sat. Nite "Y" and the Associates. Admission is free and present plans call for dancing following the play. You'll enjoy this presentation so plan to attend April 14th. (continued) Pathfinders Reunion Week-end — Things will be popping around the Pathfinders during the -week end of April 7th. It will be re-union time. All members of AA who found the program thru the Path finders, plus everyone interested, is invited to attend the Pathfinder's OPEN HOUSE. The celebra tion will be climaxed by a big dance to be held at the S. D. Women's Club House, 3rd & Maple Sts. More details on this great week-end will be available soon, regardless, mark it down. You'll never regret it.
PROGRAM COMMITTEE POINTERS — The enthusiasm of your Program Committee over obtain ing the War Memorial Building for the Central Meeting is reflected by the splendid list of speakers scheduled for the first month in the new location. Besides an excellent group of speakers, there will be many new innovations to improve the quality and atmosphere of this important weekly meet ing. IT DESERVES YOUR FULL SUPPORT...SO MAKE IT A POINT TO BE PRESENT EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING AT 8 O'CLOCK 1 Here's the program
MARCH 7th — Winn & George Laws MARCH 21st — Jim Havward A delightful couple from L.A. with One of the best from the L.A. area. a tremendous AA message. He's terrific. Don't miss. Red Haynes, Chairman Maureen Miller, Chairman Steps by Russ Budd Steps by Dorothy Wiley Balboa Women's Club, Hostess Coronado Group, Hosts
MARCH 14th — Rusty & Bill Harmon MARCH 28th — Nancy & Ken Walker Basic AA from two of San Diego's Another great man and wife team finest members. You'll love them. with a splendid AA story. A1 Ries, Chairman Norma Scott, Chairman Steps by Ralph Herrick Steps by George Chula Vista Group, Hosts Del Mar Group, Hosts
APRIL 4th — The Budds APRIL 11th — Eddie Reagan Ruth and Russ, need we say more. Another one of L.A.'s finest. This is a "must". Great speaker, great AA talk. Bob Gray, Chairman Ann Laughlin, Chairman Steps by Dudley Cosgrove Steps by Jackie Newell Early Birds, Hosts
BE PRESENT AND BRING ALONG A CAR FULL OF PEOPLE
IMPORTANT MEETING CHANGES — Effective March 5th, the Chula Vista Group will meet in their new location at St. John's Episcopal Fireside Room, 208 Madrona, Chula Vista, at 8:15 p.m. Thursdays The Santee Group, effective Monday, March 12th, will change their meeting nite from Wednesday to Monday. The place, Edgemoor Farm in Santee; the time, 8:15 p.m.
QUICKIES — Believe it or not, it was a 4-legged cat that put that scratch on Bud Hick's cheek and it happened during the^ednesday Nite meeting... .Bud Stout and Jim Burwell were elected as Aiano Club directors... .Wedding Bells have rung for Helen Bailey; it happened in February ... .Warren Duffy and Jean Wheat make the same trip in May... .Russ Budd continues to baffle the doctors and we hope he keeps it up for another fifty years... .Ray Downey and Ken Coe have teamed up in the gardening business. They had to get rid of that stitff some way... .Paul Butter- field celebrated his first birthday in grand style, thanks to his wife Veloris.,.. Lloyd Renter of the Chula Vista group says hello and thanks to all his friends who have been so considerate during his recent accident.... THAT'S ALL FOR MARCH.
Group Contributions for the Month of March, 1956;
CENTRAL OFFICE Associates $15.00 Ocean Beach $ 5.00 Central 15.55 Pacific Beach 5.00 Chula Vista 15.00 Golden Hills $6.00 Rolando 15,00 Coronado 10.00 LaJolIa . 20.00 Spring Valley 7.83 El Cajon 10.00 Lemon Grove 20.00 Sun. Nite Y 5.00 Encinitas 5.00 Mission Bay 15.00 12th Avenue 5,00 Fri. Nite Mens 25.00 North Park 25.00 Womens 10.00
NEW YORK FOUNDATION
Fri. Nite Mens $ 5.00 National City $ 2.00 Golden Hills 4.00 North Park 5.00 Lakeside 5.00 THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH: "One who is content with what he has and accepts the fact that he inevitably misses very much in life, is far better off than one who has much more but who worries about ail he may be missing. For we cannot make the best of what we are, if our hearts are always divided between what we are and what we are not," — HELEN HAYES in Parade
THE AA CXDORDINATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of Son Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. April, 1956
COOBDINATING COUNCIL CHRONICLES — The 125th meeting of the Coordinating Council of San Diego Alcoholics Anonymous was called to order by Chairman Bud Stout, Roll call revealed 18 Coordinators present, sufficient for a quorum. The Twelve Traditions were read by "Charlie" Derrick of the Women* s Group. Minutes of the meeting held Monday, March 5y 195^ were approved as read.
REPORTS BY COMMITTEES: Business Committee; Chairman Chet Martin reported an operating deficit of $59'TB for the Central Office during March, 195^. Group contributions were up slightly and Buck-A-Month continued its surprising gain. Figures for the CO operation for the first quarter of 195^ reveal a surplus of $388,02, The Chairman urged Coordin ators to continue to plug the Buck-A-Month plan at the group level. A report of the annual AA Picnic was delayed to the next regular meeting in May, Program Committee: Chairman Jim Bratten reported an operating surplus of $5»89 for March, 1958. Attendance at the War Memorial Building has not been at capacity but sufficient to keep the PC in the black. Another fine group of speakers are scheduled for April, On May 2nd the time for the Central (Wednesday Nite) Meeting will be moved up to 8:30 p.m.--gives more time for dayli^t saving. Coordinators were urged to encourage attendance to this important meeting. Public Relations Committee; Chairman Frank Surman let his report be covered by read ing a letter sent to Senator Fred Kraft by Alan Houser urging favorable consideration on the alcoholic rehabilitation bill before the State Senate, The letter domonstrated the splendid cooperation being extended to the S,D, County Welfare Council by the AA Public Relations Committee, Our PC Committee is doing a wonderful Job, The Chairman again urged the Coordinators to stress the need of help for the Institutional Meetings,
THE NEW BY-LAWS; Twenty-seven AA groups approved the new by-laws, more than enough for ratification. However, due to certain changes, the CC voted to make them effective July 1, I95B. In the meantime, groups should be considering the proper persons to fill these posi tions: CHAIRMAW OF C.C,; CO-CHAIEMAW OF TEE C,C.; MEMBERS OF THE HOSPITAL AMD INSTITU- TIOKAL COMMITTEE; TWO EDITORS FOR THE "COORDINATOR". Elections at the J-une meeting,
NEW PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEMBER; Dave Scott (20-U0), Tom Barnard (North Park) and Gordon Sarff (Chula Vista) were nominated for this important spot, Dave Scott was named by a substantial majority. Next month you elect a woman to the PC,
Following a short discussion on group meeting procedure and a report from the Area Assembly, the meeting adjourned. Next regular meeting will be held on Monday, May 7th, Alano Club at 8 p.m.
GROUP CONTRIBOTICNS FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH, 1956,
Central Office Associates — $15,00 Jewell of Hills $10.00 Mission Bay— $15,00 Rolando $15.00 Del Mar 25.00 La Jolla 20,00 Mission Hills 20,00 Santee 10.00 Early Birds - 59.00 Lakeside ------3.00 North Park — 35.00 Spring Valley 12,72 Fri, Nite Mens 55.00 Lemon Grove 14.00 Ocean Beach - 10,00 12th Avenue - 5.00 Golden Hills - 10,00 Minnewawa — 10,00 Pacific Beach 5.00 Womens —-—- 10,00 New York Foundation Del Mar $ 5.00 Minnewawa — $10,00 Friday Nite Mens 5,00 North Park — 5,00 Golden Hills 2.50 Jewell of Hills 2,50 FROGBAM COMMITTEE FOIMTERS; Encouraged by steadily increasing attendance at the Wednesday Nite meetings, your FC has come up with another imposing list of speakers for April, Here's the schedule—
AFRIL kth — Roy Moore AFRIL l8th Jack White
No advance on this fellow Chairman of the Southern Calif, but Bob says he's great. Conference, a great speaker. Bob Gray, Chairman Red Haynes, Chairman Steps by Dudlie Cosgrove Steps by Paul Butterfield Early Birds, Hosts £1 Cajon, Hosts
APRIL 11th -- Eddie Reagan APRIL 23th — James Coyne One of Los Angeles' best Hails from Arcadia, brings AA speakers. Tremendousi a wonderful AA story, Ann Lau^lin, Chairman Dorothy Gue, Chairman Steps by Jackie Newell Steps by Cathy Schmidt East San Diego, Hosts Friday Nite Men's Group, Hosts
FC NOTE; Due to dayli^t savings time, the Wednesday Nite meetings after May 1st will begin promptly at 8:30 p,m. The Coffee-Donut bottleneck will be solved shortly and the promise of a better FA system will be fulfilled soon. Date for the annual AA Banquet will be November 17th, War Memorial Building,
ATTEND YOUR WEDNESDAY NITE MEETINGS* BRING A FRIEND OR FOEJ
COMING EVENTS
APRIL 7-8: PATHFINDERS REUNION AND DANCE,' Here's an event you don't want to miss—any part of it,' Festivities get underway at 10 a.m. Saturday, There'll be games for guys and dolls, lots of food and coffee plus punch. Valuable prizes,,.no tickets to buy.,,everything for free and for fun. At 8 p,m, Saturday the action moves to the S,D, Women's Club House for dancing to Dick Minor's Band, Admission $1,00, There'll be games at the dance, along with refresh ments, Fun stops at 12, Festivities start again at 10 a.m. Sunday at the Pathfinders. Coffee and cake before the big meeting at 11:15. It will be a memorable meetingj all the founders of the Pathfinders will be present, plus many other excellent AA speakers. You'll see lots of old friends and make a lot of new ones. Games will continue thru-out the day, and there'll be food as long as it lasts. See you at the PATHFINDERS, SATURDAY and SUNDAY.
APRIL Iki THE TWELFTH STEP PLAYj WEDNESDAY CLUB HOUSE Presented by a Los Angeles cast, exactly as it was produced at the Southern California Conference last Fall, San Diego AA members that saw it then say it was really great and now it is being brought to you throu^ the efforts of the Early Birds, Pacific Beach, Rolando, Saturday Nite "Y", Associates, and the Women's Group, The performance will start promptly at 8 p.m. in the Wednesday Club House at 6th &5 Ivy Lane, There is no admission charge, just a regular collection. This is your opportunity to do 12th Step work by enjoying a 12th Step play. Be there.'
JULY 1: THE ANNUAL AA PICNIC — that's the date. More details on this wonderful event in the next month's COORDINATOR,
SHORT NOTES: It's nice to see Harry W, around again, he just returned from Europe where he visited his parents, first time in 28 years Bud and Mary Stout will be on their way East next week to the New York Conference The Early Birds Dance was a social and financial success,.,, ,At the Pathfinders there is a sign that reads "AA Spoken Here"; at the Alano it reads "Nutrilite Spoken Here" During last week AA suffered severe losses in the passing of Doc Murphy and Susie Ogletree, Doc passed away at his home in Pacific Beach, Susie in Russellville, Arkansas, THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH; "That FIRST drink is all too frequently the LAST step towards oblivion." ANONYMOUS
THE AA COORDINATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of _ mcd. San Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. J.55w
COORDINATING COUHCIL CHR0HIC3LES — The 126th meeting of the Coordinating Council of Alco holics Anonymous of San Diego was called to order hy Chairman Bud Stout, A roll call "by the Secretary found 18 Coordinators present, sufficient for a quorum. The Twelve Tradi tions were read hy Jack Klepper of the Lemon Grove group. Minutes of the Council meeting held on April 2nd were approved as read,
PERMANENT COMMITTEE REPORTS: Business nommTttPP? Chairman Chet Martin reported a deficit of $68.39 Tor the Central Office operation during April 195^. For the first four months of 195^ the CO has an operating surplus of $319*63 which is good news despite the sub stantial drop in group contributions during the same period. Program Committee: Chairman Jim Bratten reported an imposing list of out-of- town speakers were scheduled for May and urged the Coordinators to encourage attendance at the Wednesday Nite Central meeting. Every effort is being made to improve the coffee serving situation and to acquire a better PA system. Public Relations; Chairman Frank Surman reported no new developments in the State Alcoholic Program, He further advised that the next meeting of the Institutional Committee will be held at the Pathfinders, 1223 12th Avenue at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 28th. Everyone interested in this vital 12th Step Work is urged to attend. PICNIC COMMITTEE: In the absence of Red Hade's, Chaiiman of the I956 Picnic Committee, Chet Martin advised the meeting that all plans were moving along smoothly. However, when questioned from the floor regarding menu arrangements, things did not proceed smoothly. It was apparent that all Coordinators were not satisfied with the menu nor with the cater er employed to provide it. Chet explained the attitude of the Business Committee and asked for a vote of confidence, which he received, although it was not unanimous. Chet indicated the possibility of reconsideration of the menu. MORE ON THIS NEXT MONTH,
PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEMBER: Three names were submitted for this important post and Mike Fry Anderson was elected on the first ballot, ll-i|-4.
NEW BY-LAWS: The Chairman advised the Coordinators that completed copies of the new by laws, which become effective July 1st, were available for the groups. He urged that each group, when convenient, study and understand the new policies. Each Coordinator was given as many copies as desired.
IMPORTANT JUNE ELECTIONS; To emphasize its importance and to make it easier for groups to select candidates for the June elections, the CO has provided a sample ballot. It contains all the offices to be filled and the necessary requirements to hold the office. Study it carefully and name the right person for the right position. Give this matter the time and consideration it deserves. Elections will be held at the next regular meeting of the Co ordinating Council on June 4th,
NEW BUSINESS: A motion to instruct the Program Committee to present birthday cakes at the beginning of the Wednesday Nite meeting was defeated by a vote of 14 to 4...A motion to instruct the Central Office to supply each group secretary with a list of all group secre taries was defeated by a vote of I6 to 2...Jane Bush, Norma Scott and Howard Sheldon were appointed to work out a permanent plan of distribution of the "Three Month Sobriety Tokens". Their findings will be submitted to the Council at its next regular meeting.
ANONYMITY and the COORDINATOR: The Ocean Beach group thru its Coordinator^ Doc Morin, sub mitted to the Council a letter severely condemning the Editor of the "Coordinator" for using full names in its reporting. The Ocean Beach group contends such practice is an outright violation of anonymity and contrary to the Traditions. The Ocean Beach letter proved unnecessary since such practice will be prohibited under the new by-laws.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m. Next regular meeting will be held at the Alano Club, 8 p.m. Monday, June 4th. PROGRAM CQMMI1TEE POINTERS; Five wonderful speakers are scheduled for your Central Wed nesday Nite meetings during May, all from out-of-town, with a fresh and enlightening AA message. You*ll enjoy every talk so "be sure you attend each meeting...and "bring someone along. Here is the schedule—
MAY 9th -- Jim Ha?/ward — Long recog MAY SBrd -- Fred Jones -- No advanced bill nized as one of the LA area's top ing on Fred but he's from Los Angeles and speakers. We're fortunate to get the grapevine says he is among the very him down here. A don't miss. best. Maureen Miller, Chairman Ann Laughlin, Chairman Steps "by Mike Anderson Steps by Wita Heffler Mission Hills, Hosts La Jolla Group, Hosts MAY l6th — Fred Kraft — An LA attor MAY 30th — Norman Gray — We understand he ney with an enviable reputation for is bringing the Mrs. along and that makes top quality AA talks. Another "must". for two interesting AA talks. Be there for the welcome. Bob Gray, Chairman Red Haynes, Chairman Steps by Bill Kern Steps by Paul Butterfield lakeside Group, Hosts Lemon Grove, Hosts JUNE 8th -- MADELINE GCQDLAM) — At press time Madeline's engagement is tentative but Dorothy 0. is pretty sure she'll show. A remarkable story with 11 years of sobriety to back it up. -- Chairman, Dorothy Owen, ..Steps by Dick Collins,. .Mission Hills, Hosts HAVE YOU A BIRTHDAY CAKE COMING UP???? If you are due a one year, five year, ten year or fifteen year cake please check with the Central Office (BE 9-1366) and make sure their records agree with yours. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated....DO IT TODAY. YOUR PC HAS A PROBLEM.. .BEAR WITH THEM --We are still waiting for an improvement in the PA system, may be solved this month. The coffee situation is a real hard problem but the PC is working on it. Otherwise everything seems to be working okay. The parking advantages more than offset a few minor difficulties, YOUR ATTENDANCE AT THE WEDNESDAY NITE MEETINGS IS VITALLY IMPORTANT— AND HERE'S WHY..,, it costs a lot of money to open the doors of your central meeting each week. There's rent, there's coffee, there's cakes, there's donuts and several minor expenses. Every one must be paid from the collection.,.small crowds mean small collections...so, every person is important,. ,Al® BESIDES WHERE ELSE CAN YOU HEAR AND SEE SO MUCH GOOD SOLID AA. Resolve to make your Wednesday nite meetings a . .you'll be glad you did and the PC will remain in the black. Think it overj
SHORT TAKES; It's amazing and truej As of May 1st, the Central Office has awarded over TWO HUNDRED 3-MONTH SOBRIETY TOKENS... that• s an enviable record for thirteen months and credit is due Howard Sheldon for the idea and Bill Becker for so generously donating the tokens...The BUCK-A-MONTH is starting to lag a bit and over 75^ of present contributions are from newcomers, Whassamatter oldtimers?,..PICNIC TICKETS (Sunday, July 1st) are now available. Distribution to each group will be made shortly by the Central Office....Re vised and corrected MEETING SCHEDULES will be available on or before June lat so please notify the Central Office of any group changes of dates and places..,.THE lOTH BIRTHDAY OF THE ASSOCIATES was properly celebrated by a joint meeting of the Friday Nite groups. The attendance passed the 200 mark. An excellent program was skippered by Eileen and Ray Downey, It was truly a great affair and it is the concensus it should be repeated each year...The ALANO CLUB will toss another dancing party at the S.D, Women's Club House on Saturday, June 9th. Dick Minor and his boys will furnish the music and believe it, it's the most danceable music in town. Take a bow Dick,,,HEY FELLOWS! The boys at Camp Minnewawa invite you to enjoy a wonderful Bar-B-Cue they're tossing on May 26th. For details contact the Pathfinders.,.National City boasts a man and wife team as leader and secretary. They're A1 and Dorothy Haskell. Get down to see them soon. ..Don't forget the IMPORTANT ELECTIONS in June. Take time and pick the right guys and gals,..thass all for May....join us in June. —— Ye Editor,
GROUP CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL. 1956
Central Office Associates — $15.00 La Jolla --—- $20.00 North Park —-- $50.00 Sun. Nite Y— $12.50 Chula Vista - 1^5.00 Lemon Grove -- 15.00 Ocean Beach — 7.00 Santee 5.00 Coronado 10.00 Minnewawa -— 20.00 Pacific Beach - 15.00 12th Avenue 5.00 Del Mar 20.80 Mission Bay -- 15.00 Rolando 15.00 20-40 10.00 Fri, Nite Mens 60.00 Mission Hills- 10.00 Sat. Nite Y— 5.00 Vista —— 15.00 Golden Hills - 8.00 National City- 10.00 Spring Valley - 13.00 Womena —-— 10.00
New York Foundation Alpine — $ 9.76 Del Mar $ 5.00 National City - $10,00 Pacific Beach - $25.00 Coronado —-— 10.00 Fri. Nite Mens 5.00 North Park ---- 5.00 Sun. Nite Y 7.50 SUNDAY, JULY 1ST IS PICNIC TIME J!!
FIFTEENTH ANNUAL PICNIC OF SAN DIEGO A,A.
Oakridge Park --- Gates Open 9 A.M. Everything is all set for another great AA outing...the Picnic Committee has arranged a marvelous program of entertainment and Bar-B-Cue will be the lunch feature. There'll be games for the young and old...loads of prizes...NEVER A DULL MOMENT. Dick Minor will have his band on hand for afternoon dancing and bingo will be a main attraction. Those needing transportation will find a ride at the Alano Club, 9:30 a.m. Bring along your card tables, they'll be needed. So, load up your car with the fam ily or friends and be at Oakridge Park, July 1st. Red Haynes says "You'll never regret it." Directions to Oakridge on back of tickets, ADULTS $1.50 CHILDREN (under 12) 75^
THE AA COORDINATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of — mc/C San Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. Jujie, XypO
COORDINATING COUHCIL CHRONICLES -- The 127th meeting of the Coordinating Council of Al coholics Anonymous of San Diego was called to order by Chairman Bud Stout. A roll call by the Secretary found 23 Coordinators present, sufficient for a quorum. The Twelve Traditions were read by Norma Scott of the Del Mar group. Minutes of the Council meet ing held May 7th were approved as read,
PERMANENT COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Business committee; Ben Edgerton, pinch hitting for Chairman Chet Martin, reported a deficit of $124.15 in the Central Office operation for May. There was a substantial decline in both group and Buck-A-Month contributions during May which accounts for the sharp rise in the deficit figure. The Central (Wednesday Nite) Meeting showed a surplus of $38.91 for May. For the first five months of this year the Central Office has an operating surplus of $195.
Program Committee: Chairman Jim Bratten reported that although the PC was operating in the black, the attendance at the Wednesday Nite meetings was falling short of expect ations. All Coordinators were urged to promote attendance to this important meeting. The Public Address system at the War Memorial Building has been reconditioned and is now functioning satisfactorily. Changes are being made in the seating arrangements and the host groups will act as ushers at all future meetings.
Public Relations; Chairman Frank Surman reported that recommendations had been made to the State on their rehabilitation program in San Diego, by the San Diego Committee appointed for that purpose. An excellent study had been made and the findings quite conclusive. More on this later. At this point Frank let loose a blast at the lack of interest shown by AA members in Institutional Work. Meetings set up to handle this im portant phase of AA work have very poor attendance, a fact that proves very discouraging to the Committee. This group needs your help. Why not give a few hours a month to this vital job. Contact Frank, — that's all you have to do.
PICNIC COMMITTEE — Chairman Red Haynes reported that "everything was shaping up in great shape", that's what the man said. Anyway, Red assured the Council that all was well for another great AA Picnic, They do need prizes for the kids. Wanna donate one? Get in touch with Howard at the Central Office. It will be a big help. See you Sunday, July 1st at Oakridge Park. Come a running.
TOKEN COMMITTEE -- This committee, appointed to recommend a proper procedure in the distribution of AA tokens, requested more time for their report. There is certain in formation needed before final recommendations can be made. AA ELECTION RESULTS J AA ELECTION RESULTS I AA ELECTION RESULTS *'
The only atmosphere missing was Betty Fumess,,.speculation ran wild and the voting was fast, close and furious. When the smoke cleared, the following capable people emerged victorious
CHAIRMAN OF THE COORDINATING COUNCIL — R. J, "Mac" McNamara (20-40) ASS'T CHAIRMAN COORDINATING COUNCIL — Norma Scott (Del Mar) BUSINESS COMMITTEE — Stretch Lunder (North Park), A1 Hardin (Golden Hills) "Charlie" Derrick (Women's) SECRETARY CENTRAL MEETING -- Donna Ryerson (Early Birds) INSTITUTIONAL COMMITTEE — Frank Wirtz (Spring Valley), Juanita Carney (Women's) Don Black (Lakeside), Jackie Newell (5th Ave, Women's)
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE — Alan Houser (North Park), Byron Gilchrist (North Park), Frank Surman (North Park) PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEMBER ~ Jim Carpenter (Mission Hills) CO-EDITORS "COORDINATOR" — This election was not held due to a difference of opinion on the official status of the Co-Editors. Matter referred to groups. Decision at next meeting of Council.
The Coordinators were advised to elect a woman member to the Program Committee in July. All outgoing and incoming Coordinators, Officers and Committee Chairman are urged to attend the July meeting of the Council to be held at the Alano Club, Thursday, July 5th. There being no further business the meeting adjourned.
ALANO CLUB DANCE - SAT., JUNE 9th — BE THERE
PROGRAM COMMITTEE POINTERS— At press time the program for June and July had not been completed but here's the start of another great month of fine AA speakers.
JUNE 6th--Ed Cochran, a five year JUNE 20th--Women'3 Group, it's the man from Burbank with a women's nite and they'll wonderful AA story. come up with a good one. Dorothy Owen, Chairman Mike Anderson, Chairman Steps by Dick Collins Stieps by Johnny Anderson Mission Bay, Hosts North Park, Hosts
JUNE 13th—Jack Shaeffer, a youngster JUNE 27th—This will be Jim Carpenter's from Los Angeles with a first nite and he'll have a great pitch. Bud Stout, too. dandy. Dave Scott, Chairman Jim Carpenter, Chairman Steps by ?????????? Steps by ?????????? National City, Hosts Ocean Beach, Hosts
JULY 4th—Roz Brock, a great gal from Los Angeles is tentatively scheduled for this spot. There may be a change but you don't want to miss this wonderful AA story...at anytime. Ann Laughlin, Chairman..,.Steps by Dorothy Bacquete,...Pacific Beach, Hosts
ATTEND YOUR WEDNESDAY NITE MEETINGS., .HEAR THE BEST AA... IT'LL DO YOU GOOD
QUICKIES—All Women AA members are urged to attend a special meeting to be held at the Alano Club, Sunday, June 17th at 2 p.m. The purpose is to formulate plans and appoint committees to handle the annual AA Women's Dance to be staged September 22nd. You're needed, so be there It was nice to have Mary and Ed Dilworth down for the weekend. Mary was here to celebrate her second AA birthday....Wayne McCormick leaves the Path finders this month in search of greener fields. God speed, Wayne....Bud Stout makes his New York report at the Central Meeting on June 13th. Thass all....maybe for good from this Editor.
GROUP CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF MAY, 195^ Central Office Associates — $25.00 Sun. Nite Y • $ 5.00 Chula Vista - 15.00 Lemon Grove -- $20.00 North Park $50.00 Santee --—-• 5.00 Coronado 10.00 Mission Bay -- 15.00 Ocean Beach --- 7-00 12th Ave, — 8.00 Fri. Nite Mens 45.00 Mission Hills 25.00 Pacific Beach - 5.00 20-40 50.00 La Jolla 20.00 National City 10,00 Rolando ------20.00 Womens Group -- 10.00
New York Foundation Early Birds - $10,00 Fri. Nite Mens $ 5.00 North Park $ 5.00 Sat. Nite Y— $10.00 THOUGHTS FOR THE MONTH—"A lot of people who have nothing wrong with them forget to let their faces know" OR "You can't believe everything you hear — but you can repeat it!"
THE AA CXX)RDINATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of JULY 1956 Son Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. '
COORDINATING COUNCIL CHRONICLES— The 128th meeting of the Coordinating Council of Alco holics Anonjrmous of San Diego was called to order by its new chairman, McNamara. The roll call found 20 Group Coordinators present, sufficient for a quorum. The Twelve Traditions were read by Roy Woods of the 12th Avenue Group, Minutes of the meeting held June 4, 1956 were approved as read.
STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS Business Committee— Chairman Ben Edgerton reported a slight increase in group contri butions during June but advised of a sharp decline in Buck-A-Month subscribers. The deficit in the Central Office operation dropped to $107,95 in June. For the first six months of 1956 the CO is still in the black by $87,53, Program Committee— Chairman Jim Bratten reported attendance at the Central Meeting was still far short of capacity and urged the Group Coordinators to stimulate interest in this all important meeting. The very finest speakers available are being imported to San Diego and every effort is being made to make the Wednesday Nite meetings interesting and entertain ing. MAKE THESE MEETINGS A "MUST" ON YOUR WEEKLY SCHEDULE. The operating surplus of the PC was increased by $66.07 during June. The new Public Address System is working fine and the meeting hall will be completely renovated during July, Public Relations Committee— Chairman Frank Surman reviewed the report and recommend- ations made by the San Diego Committee to the State Alcoholic Commission. AA received deserved recognition in this very fine report. Surman made some reference to the pro posed 12th Step House for the Female Alcoholic but delayed definite information until a future date. Institutional Committee— Chairman Frank Wirtz reported all meetings were being properly covered but did request volunteers for this important phase of AA work. If you are willing to devote a few hours each month to Institutional work get in touch with Frank.
1956 AA PICNIC REPORT— Chairman Red Haynes, with his usual modesty, reported a $501.99 profit on the 15th Annual Picnic. It was attended by 451 adults and 127 children. Red and an excellent committee are to be congratulated on the fine program of entertainment they provided. Everything went smoothly, everybody had a grand time and just a few went home himgry. Hats off to Red.
Marty Compton was named by the Coimcil to be the sixth member of the Public Relations Committee, Vernal McNamara was elected to the Program Committee. By a vote of 11 to 9 it was decided the Co-editors of the Coordinator were duly elected members of the Coordinating Council and therefore not eligible to succeed themselves in office. Harry Varlie and Rosa Burwell were named as the new Co-Editors of the COORDINATOR. The By-laws Committee was officially discharged by the Coimcil Chairman. There being no further business the Council adjourned to meet again on Thursday, August 2, 1956, at the Alano Club. Come prepared to elect a Male Member to the Program Committee.
PROGRAM COMMITTEE POINTERS— The July schedule of speakers is loaded with top-flight AA. let's fill the War Memorial Building each Wednesday nite. Here's the schedule... and it's a dandy-
JULY 11th — JIM WHITE JULY 25th — JACK SHAEFFER Jim returns to San Diego to celebrate Young on the program but has a message his 3rd birthday. Give him a big party. filled with solid AA. You'll like this boy! Red Haynes, Chairman Dave Scott, Chairman Steps by Bass Browning Spring Valley, Hosts Rolando Group, Hosts
(continued) Program Schedule (continued) JULY 18th — BEN MENDELL AUGUST 1st — JACK TURTIN Advance notices bill him as the very Ask anyone around Los Angeles about best. It's his first S.D. appearance. this fellow. They'll tell you he is great, Dorothy Owen, Chairman Mike Andreson, Chairman Steps by Eunice Dibreil Steps by Tom Barnard Sat Nite "Y", Hosts Sunday Nite "Y", Hosts
AUGUST 8th — NORMAN CHRISTOFFERSEN "Chris" is one of the work horses of Los Angeles Area AA and he has a wonderful story. Don't miss it. Jim Carpenter, Chairman Steps by Jim Burwell 12th Ave. Group, Hosts
PC COMMENTS— Helen Carty was given a standing vote of thanks for her splendid service as Sec retary of the Program Committee during the first six months of 1956. It was well deserved for everyone knows and saw the fine job she did. We'll miss you, Helen! Donna Ryerson, the new Sec. got off to a fine start.. .not even a little bit nervous.. .and that's something for Donna. Oh, that Program Committee is a right right bunch of Alcoholics!
THE CHULA VISTA GROUP OF ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS EXTENDS A CORDIAL INVITATION TO ALL TO ATTEND THEIR FIRST ANNUAL
FIESTA BALL Vasa Club House, El Cajon & Illinois Saturday, July 21st, 8:30 'till 12 THERE'LL BE DANCING.... GAMES..PRIZES... .REFRESHMENTS AND FUN Admission $1.25
QUICKIES— The Alano Club's Open House was a huge success.... Paul and Jackie were welcomed with open arms.-.. .hundreds enjoyed free coffee and cake... .and admired the neat condition of the club's facilities. Congrats to the Manager, Secretary and Board.. .Nice to have Jim White in town to celebrate his third birthday,... Ned and Mary Dilworth couldn't stay away from San Diego — they're back for good, and that's good....
L'ENVOI—During the past three years it has been my privilege to produce your "COORDINATOR" each month.. .it's been a lot of fun.,. I've enjoyed the job,. .Now, the time has come to pass the job along and this duty now becomes the responsibility of Harry Varlie and Rosa Burwell, two very competent individuals whom I am sure will produce for you, a better and more informative "COORDINATOR". Please give them the same fine cooperation you have always given me. If, during my editorship, anyone has been offended, please excuse, for it wasn't intended. Thanks a million for allowing me to serve you. Jim Bratten
GROUP CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE, 1956 Central Office Associates 15.00 National City 15.00 Chula Vista 35.00 Golden Hills 12.50 North Park 35.00 Coronado 10.00 LaJolla 20.00 Ocean Beach 5.00 Del Mar 40, 00 Lemon Grove 20.00 Pacific Beach 15.00 Early Birds 10.00 Minnewawa 25.00 Spring Valley 7.50 East San Diego 5.00 Mission Bay 15. 00 Sun Nite Y 5,00 Fifth Ave. Women - 3.00 Mission Hills 20.00 12th Avenue 3.00 Fri. Nite Mens 60,00 Womens 10.00 NewYork Foundation Chula Vista 15.00 National City 5.00 Del Mar 10,00 Fri. Nite Mens 5,00 North Park 5.00 Fifth Ave. Women - 2.00 Mission Hills 15.00 20-40 7.00 THE AA CX)ORDINATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of San Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. AUGUST, 1956
COORDINATING COUNCIL: Richard McN had a quorum for the August 2nd meeting: 17 were present. Morris H. of the Men's group read the 12 Traditions; otherwise— '
a) Chairman Ben E. of the Business Committee reported that Central Office income showed a "big leap in July but, since the picnic and Chula Vista dance were included, group donations were about the same. Income Jan. 1st to July 31st, $4615.expenses that period, $4190.50; surplus on July 31st, $425.07.
Buck-of-the-Month for the first six months was $1059, as compared to $715 ^or the same period a year ago. Does your group have an ample supply of Buck-of-the-Month envelopes, and do the members know about this easy, personal way to help support the Central Office? This easier, softer way pays about 23^ toward helping the new person to the program— and you might note here that Group contributions pay ^2%, the banquet and picnic 23^, the remainder of 2^ made up by the Big Book and various literature.
b) Chairman Juanita C, of the Institutional Committee reported that a new meeting site is Vauclain Home, the TB annex of the County Hospital. First meeting is scheduled for 7^00 pm August 6th and regularly then - and thereafter. Plans are to have a patient-run meeting, AA's assisting-- and this will be valuable 12th Step work for you who can spare the time.
Juanita also reports the Men's Section of institutional work is adequately covered, but can use more volunteers; the Women's Section needs more names of members available for visits to both Women's Psycho and V/omen's Jail. Those willing, call Howard, BElmont 9-1366. c) Chairman Jim B. of the Program.Committe"® reported a-8urplus_of $11.44 for_jTulyj_ but feelj. ^ the word just isn't getting around that those Wednesday meetings are well worth attending. Planned speakers for August are:
AUGUST 8th; NORMAN CHRISTOFFERSON AUGUST 15: MAURY SCANLAN Good, sound, basic AA told by an Nine years of sobriety backs old-timer from Long Beach area. this fine Los Angeles AA, Chairman, Jim C. Chairman, Verno McN. Steps, Jim B. (Mission Hills) Steps, Richard McN. Hosts, 12th Avenue Hosts, Women's Group
AUGUST 22nd: RAY PACKWOOD AUGUST 29: THELMA JORDER One of Pasadena's finest AA Long time active in Central speakers; don't miss him. office at L.A,, and great. Chairman, Jim B, (North Park) Chairman, Dorothy 0, Steps, Flagg F, Steps, Margaret D. Hosts, Santee Hosts, 20-40
SEPT. 5th: RALPH FEATHERSTONE A feather in our cap to book this man -- but tentative as yet. Chairman, to be announced Steps, to be announced Hosts, Alpine d) Gordon S, of Chula Vista is the newly-elected member of the Program Committee, (That Chula Vista Group is doing some fine programming all its own.' — co-eds.)
On the matter of elections: it is important (or should be) in naming members for the various committees, to be certain they understand the importance of attending committee meetings. The By-laws clearly state that a member who misses two meetings of a com mittee will be reported to the Council for replacement. In this connection, it was voted that a member, elected to fill the unexpired term of another, will be eligible for election to a full term in the same job at the expiration of the shorter term. Next month, Coordinators are asked to bring the name of a woman nominee for the Program Committee; also, the name of a man for the same committee, to be elected for the unexpired term of two months of Dave S., 20-i^0 Group.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CONFERENCE: The Conference Co-Chairman, Jim B, of North Park, made a preliminary report, with this info: Members of local committees to be named at a meeting of the Area Assembly on August 8th at the War Memorial Building. So far, the only localities on the various committees are Jim B., Bud S, (our New York Delegate) who is Assistant Finance Officer, and Bud H,, on the Conference Program Committee. Dates for this Conference are September 21st, 22nd and 23rd, with the U.S. Grant Hotel as headquarters and much of the activity in Balboa Park, Groups are to receive full info in the near future,
Jim B, says that in his experience he*s never seen plans move so smoothly, that enthusi asm is snowballing, and Conference attendance is expected to be between 3500 and 5000,
SOCIAL EVENTS: The Annual Banquet, and some dances—
Preliminary arrangements have been made for the l6th Annual San Diego AA Banquet to be held in Balboa Park's War Memorial Building, the evening of Saturday, November 17th, The program will follow along the same lines as last year, with a top-flight AA speaker— and dancing from 10 'til midnight. Final plans will be announced in these columns in September.
The Pathfinders are tossing another big dance Saturday, August 25th, at the Wednesday Club House (6th and Ivy Lane) — dancing, refreshments and all the usual from 8 'til 12, and the price $1,
The Alano Club, according to Manager Tom M., plans to tling one in mid-October. No details yet; this is just to post the news of the Club's intent.
....and see below for THOSE GIRLS AGAIN:
On Thursday, August 9th, the committees for the 11th Annual Dance of the AA Women of San Diego will meet at the Club at 7*30 Grace B., Chairman, announces that plans are well underway, Danny Bale's Orchestra with Bill Rossi at the piano (and he's wonderfulI) has been engaged, and the usual good eats and drinks -- coffee and non-alky punch, that is will be included in the price of admission. The girls plan the usual fine selection of prizes and the usual games of skill. This is the only purely social function planned for the weekend of the Con ference, and Grace anticipates the best dance ever. Don't forget the date, Saturday, Sep tember 22nd, at the War Memorial Building, dancing from 9:00 pm.
And speaking of the food and the prizes, we hope all who can will bring a home-baked cake. There will be a prize for the best-decorated cake, as usual. Also as usual, the annual Green Stamp Drive is on; if you can spare some to help get extra prizes for the dance, bring them to any of the girls or send them to Helen G., 1777 Morena Blvd., SD 10. These AA parties are sorta like a couple of Chinamen taking in each other's wash; we ask you for things like cakes and stamps, ask you to buy a ticket to the dance, give you a wonderful time and then give it all back— thru AA and mostly at the local level.'
VIVA LA FIESTAi The Fiesta Dance sponsored by the Chula Vista Group produced a whopping $113.75 for the Central Office. From all of us— thanks, Chula Vista, you're tops, and do it again soon. The groceries... ah!
GROUP CONTRIBUTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY, I956
Central Office $15.00 Ocean Beach ------— $10.00 Chula Vista 113.75 La Jolla $20.00 Pacific Beach I5.OO Clay St. 5.00 Lemon Grove — 20.00 Rolando 15.00 10.00 Mission Bay -- 15.00 Spring Valley 7.00 10,00 Mission Hills 10.00 Santee — 5»0G Fri, Nite Mens 55.0055»00 National City 10,00 12th Ave. 9.00 12.50 North Park — - 70.00 Fri. Nite Womens --- 10.00
New York Foundation Fri. Nite Mens -$ 5.00 North Park - $ 5.00 Golden Hills 5.00 Pacific Beach 10.00 Saturday, September 22nd Conference Edition 10 a.m. —12 Noon: Open AA Meeting —Official Opening of Conference THE AA Conference Building, Balboa Park Noon —2:00 p.m. Luncheon Meeting (price $1.75) Balboa Park Club CX)ORDlNATOR Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of 2:00 —4:00 p.m. Institutional Meeting Son Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. SEPTEMBER, 1956 Conference Building, Balboa Park "Alanon Group —Help for the Family" Workshop: Puppet Hall, Balboa Park ABOUT THE COORDINATING COUNCIL - - (Just the Stotistics .. .)
"Problems of Central and Intergroup Offices" It was the 130th meeting: location, the familiar 6th and Pennsylvania, and the date last Workshop: Recital Hall, Balboa Park Thursday, September 6th. Richard McN. held the chair, end 26 groups were represented. 6:00 —8:30 p.m. : Conference Banquet (price $4.00) Palm Room, U.S. Grant Hotel Jim B. (North Park) outlined program committee plans for the Central Meetings and pre sented detailed Information on the 5th Annual Southern California AA Conference; Mary 7:00 —8:30 p.m. : "Problems of AA Clubhouses" Workshop: Recital Hall, Balboa Park S. brought the Coordinators up to date on action so far in planning for New Year's Eve festivities; Business, Public Relations and the Institutional Committee reports were 9:00 - 10:30 p.m. : Open AA Meeting Recital Hall, Balboa Park made. Most of this info is herein; just keep on perusing. 9 p.m. — 1:00 o.m.: 11th Annual San Diego AA Women's Dance (price $1.50) Veterans War Memorial Building, Balboa Park ELECTIONS TO COMMITTEES - - (Well, Somebody has to Do The Work .. .)
Midnight on : Coffee Klatch Open House —Buffet (price $1.50) Wayne McC. (12th Ave.) was chosen to fill out the unexpired term of Dave S. (who has 1:30 a.m. (Sunday): After Hours Meeting (Open) been III), and Wayne by the previous month's decision is eligible to succeed himself at 1223 12th Avenue after this brief term is ended. Grace B. (Friday Women) was elected to full term. That Sunday, September 23rd is the usual —nothing exceptional. 10 a.m. —12 Noon: "The Three Legacies* Coordinators were reminded, and groups and individuals are reminded here, of the need Workshop: Recital Hall, Balboo Park at the next meeting of two names for the Business Committee. Qualify candidates by Alanon Family Group Meeting their desire, their ability, and 2 years of Guess What. These two new committee members Conference Building, Balboa Pork will replace Stretch L. and Pot D.; the former to July 1st, the latter to January 1st. 12 Noon —2 p.m. Chuck Wagon Barbecue (price $1.50) Both Stretch and Pat resigned because of business and personal requirements. Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park 2:00 —3:30 p.m. "AA and Industry, Medicine and Religion" Might as well say right here that this is a special edition, but the regular Symposium Panel: Conference Building, Balboa Park could be just the same. All It takes is your approval; wont to let us know? "Helping the Young Alcoholic" Workshop: Recital Hall, Balboa Park 3:30 5:00 p.m. Open AA Meeting and Close of Conference Conference Building, Balboa Park > 1956 SOUTHERN CftLIFORWIA A.A. CONFERENCE WHO'S REPRESENTING WHO? - - (Good Morning, Judge .. .) s RBCISTE A Bill K., speaking for the Public Relations Committee, had a justifiable beef on which HBRB action was taken. It's a recurrent problem posed AA by do-gooders, and the Coordin ators regret having to say, in effect, "just go ahead and look them up too, along with wnr#TW the object of sympathy . . . they'll be good company." The situation is this: civic agencies, including law enforcement, are in a state of con TENTATIVE PROGRAM cern over hearing from so many persons who claim to represent AA in asking to sit on 5th ANNUAL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CONFERENCE public committees, to talk here and there, even to seek release of jail prisoners and hospital inmates. (Subject to revision by Program Committee of Conference) This situation is harming, and could wreck, the good relations AA has built up in San Definite Information Diego over the years. The respect AA has gained is due to the attention we give the on Speakers at Various Meetings 12 Steps and the 12 Traditions, which means a certain detached attitude at the public Not Yet Available level, no matter how sympathetic AA's may be as human individuals. So, the action taken: All interested civic agencies will be sent a letter, in which they Friday, September 21st will be told that no one represents AA except as he or she is a member of the Public 12:00 Noon: Registration, in Palm Room, U.S. Grant Hotel Relations Committee or is desingated by that Committee. Copies of this letter will be —to continue throughout the conference — sent to all groups, and to the Alano Club, The Pathfinders, and Serenity Home. —also at Balboa Park Conference Building during Saturday and Sunday 3—5:00 pm : "Reaching the Alcoholic in Institutions" INSTITUTIONAL AND ALL —- (Wonder What it's Like Outside. . .) Workshop: Recital Hall, Balboa Park It's no news that Juanita C. and Frank W. take a deep interest in this job they've 3-5:00 pm : "Alanon Family Group - How It Works" chosen. Also, it's no news that they can always use more help, so here is another plea Workshop: Puppet Hall, Balboa Park for others to join the crew. Check with them through the Central Office. 7:30-8 pm : Meditation Hour: Members and Friends Another institutional group has been formed, and this one on the members' own initia Palm Room, U.S. Grant Hotel tive: Camp Morena, which is a State honor camp of the same kind as Camp Minnewawa, and which is located near Campo. Meeting time, Tuesday evenings. In passing —the 8—10:00 pm: Traditions Meeting month-old group at Vauclain Home is coming along well but of course would enjoy vis Palm Room, U.S. Grant Hotel itors. Vauclain, by the way, is the Tuberculosis Ward of County Hospital. —program by the Orange County Area — /' I 10:00 pm : Buffet (price $1.50} Don't suppose it would do any harm to mention that the meeting place was dark and ap Palm Room, U.S. Grant Hotel parently locked when the Coordinators met. Reactions were interesting, ranging from "let's just crash the joint" to discussions of jimmying —how to enter and leave with (See overleaf for remainder of schedule, Saturday and Sunday) out leaving damaging evidence.
SPECIAL NOTES: —- (Things Everyone Should Know by Now) Insist on last-minute personal scheduling, and you'll be left standing in line (resentful?)... Tickets are sold on first-come, first-served basis, and the door sale of tickets will be limited to those left after advance orders are filled CENTRAL OFFICE CONTRIBUTIONS - - (January through August, total by group) VARIOUS REMINDERS - - (I Just Can't Keep Track of Everything. . .) Alpine 10.00 Coronado 80.00 Early Birds' 79.00 There will be a meeting of the Institutional Committee at the Alano Club on October Chulo Vista 258.75 Del Mar 157.02 East San Diego 10.00 2nd, 0 Tuesday, at 7:00 p.m. Volunteer workers are Invited. El Colon 10.00 Fridoy Men 370.00 Golden Hills 59.00 La Jolla 160.00 Lemon Grove 139.00 20-40 60.00 The Alano Club will toss a fandango at the Womens Club, with Dick Minor's music, Friday Women 80.00 M1nnewav/a 85.00 Ramona 5.00 October 12th. As an incidentol here. Club membership ond Directors meetings ore Mission Bay 90.00 Mission Hills 105.00 National City 60.00 changed to Tuesdays, monthly and quarterly. North Pork 347.00 Ocean Beach 44.00 Pacific Beach 60.00 Rolando 105.00 Saturday Y 10.00 Spring Valley 64.05 Next Coordinators meeting scheduled for October 4th, details later by mail. Add to the Sunday Y 32.50 Sontee 40.00 12th Avenue 45.00 two names for the Business Committee, the name of one man AA for the Program Com Lakeside 3.00 Clay Street 5.00 Associates 130.00 mittee. A new meeting: the Clairemont Group is now settled down on Saturdays, at 8:00 p.m., HERE WAS AUGUST, IN DETAIL - - (You Can't Win, For Losing. .. S) and the location 3605 Clairemont Drive —the Community Centre. INCOME EXPENSES
Buck-A-MontK 69.00 Rent and Office *182.59 Group Contributions 324.31 Secretarial 355.00 Books, etc. (profit) 10.81 Miscellaneous 20.15 CAKES AND CANDLES ——(No Thanks, I Just Ate Seven Doughnuts. . .)
Total 404.12 Totol 557.74 All these during August: for 10 years. Chuck S., Tom B. and Wayne V.; for 1 year, which all means that the deficit for August was $153.62, and it's painful. Bill R., Georgie G., Kay McC., Irvan "Jack'' L., Jean L., and Louisa G.
AND ON THIS SUBJECT - - (It Needs to be Changed . . .) SEPTEMBER SCHEDULE —WEDNESDAY NITE CENTRAL MEETING "I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day; Sept. 12 - Mary and Bud S. Sept. 19 - Oliver J. I'd rather one would walk with me than merely tell the way. Two of San Diego's nicest From up Escondido way, with The eye's a better pupil and more willing than the ear; people. You only find out a truly splendid AA message. Fine counsel is confusing, but example's always clear. being there, so do. Be sure to attend. The best of oil the preachers are ^e men who live their creeds. Chair: Mike A. Chair: Jim C. For to see good put in action, is what everybody needs. Steps: Marylyn S. Steps: John B. Hosts: Alpine Hosts: Associates "One good man teaches many, men believe what they behold; Sept. 26 —Madeline Kelleher One deed of kindness noted is worth forty that are told. from Los Angeles, top speaker, Who stands with men of honor learns to hold his honor dear, entertaining, well worth hearing. For right living speaks a language which to everyone is clear. Chair: Verno McN. Steps: Bill B. Though on eloquent speaker charms me with his eloquence, I say Hosts: Chula V. I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day." Speakers for Meetings October 3rd and 10th to be announced when scheduled. . . . a quotation in part, origin unknown. UNTOUCHABLE COPY - - (So You Understand Women, Do You. . .) MEMORANDUM FOR GRANDSTANDERS - - (Aw shucks, 't weren't nuthin'. . .) There is still time to bake that cake or donate those green stamps for the llth Annual According to a statement made by Frank S. before witnesses, the Public Relations Women's Dance, Saturday, September 22nd, Veterans War Memorial Building, Balboa Committee has on acute need of willing end qualified help... which would mean their Park. roster of speakers is again somewhat limited. Grace B., chairman, reports the advance ticket sale is bigger than ever and that much Therefore, it's hoped that groups and individuals will send In the names of AA members excitement was created by the decision to have a most original raffle prize —a latest who can speak before outside organizations —the schools, etc. This is most rewarding model personal-portable TeeVee (RCA) —as well as other outstanding items. work, considered good for the audience, excellent for AA, wonderful for the ego, and not at all bad for the conscience. Home-made sandwiches, home-made cakes, lotsa coffee and AA punch, not even men tioning a bunch of door prizes to knock your eyes out, are well calculated to even up for your price of admission. GROUP CONTRIBUTIONS FOR AUGUST - - (from the Central Office)
( 15.00 20.00 There will also be the usual pastimes for those who don't dance. U 1 20.00 20.00 5 00 ' (Male co-editor's note: I dance, but as you say there are other pastimes!) 10.00 5 00 .... 54.31 30 00 .... 45.00 10 00 Golden Hills .... 5.00 Ramona 5.00 CALLING ALL TYPISTS —— (Now I Know that C Key was Here a Minute Ago I) and contributions earmarked for the New York Foundation:
Even though you only hunt and peck, this is a call for typists, from Leah H., chairman Del Mar 5.00 Fridoy Men& 5.00 Golden Hills 3.00 of the Registration Committee for the Conference. She needs you, any time you can National City 7.00 North Park 5.00 Ramona 10.00 give, whether it's only an hour or as much as half a day, to write up registrations at the U.S. Grant Hotel on Friday the 21st, and at both the Grant and the Conference FACTS AND FIGURES —— (You Can't Hardly Get 'em No more. . .) Building on Saturday and Sunday. This is AA work tool Phone Leah, CYpress 5-6408, or leave a message for her with the Central Office. Group contributions to the Central Office operation fell off during the month of August; 43 percent of our active groups did not contribute, but the remaining 16, as shown above, did come up with a total of $324.31. Without going too far into detail, the total for January through August is below last year's, and the only saving item is that Buck- CATCHING UP ON COMMENTS - - (Someday They'll All Come at Once. . .) A-Month is up: total through August 1956 is $1128.00, a gain of $362 over the period 1955. The El Cajon Group asks us to say they're suffering from the summer doldrums and would love to have visitors from other groups to give them a boost both in size and Unless there is an improvement during the remainder of this year. Central Office oper morale. They meet Tuesdays, 8:00 p.m., at the Presbyterian Church, Farragut Circle. ating surplus of $271.45 will be used up in less than two months time.
Sponsors, remember the Beginners' Group could save you a lot of trouble; it was almost a must for this reporter.. . plenty beneficial. It meets Sundays, 6:00 p.m., at the YMCA, 'S a shame! Looks like sobriety just isn't worth much to many AA people . . . looks coffee throughout. like many of us want to keep this fine idea strictly to ourselves . . . but wheel how the worth of money changes when you want a jug of popskull! REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS, San Diego County • •••
CENTRAL OFFICE THE AA 506 California Theater BIdg., San Diego 1, Colifornia Hours: 9-.S Weekdays; 9—12 Saturday. Phone: BE 9-1366 "C" Closed meeting—(alcoholics only)—All others open—Meetings 8:00 PM(unless otherwise noted) COORDINATOR ALPINE Old Congregational Church Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of CHULA VISTA Episcopal Church, 208 Modrona St. San Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. OCTOBER, 1956 >• CORONADO Library Park Club House < a DEL MAR Episcopal Church, Parish House (off 14th St.) z MISSION BAY Women's Club House, Santo Clara & Bayside (8:30 PM) o MISSION HILLS (C) Florence School Cafeteria, 1st & University Ave. s NORTH PARK 3554 University Ave. (upstairs) COORDINATING COUNCIL MEETING: OCEANSIDE (C) Corner Topeka 8> Freeman
EL CAJON Presbyterian Church, Farragut Circle The 131st meeting of the Coordinating Council was called to order by Dick McN., Chair >• ESCONDIDO Episcopal Church, 2nd & Juniper Sts., Escondido (8:30 PM) < man, on Thursday evening, October 4th, at the Alano Club, 22 groups answering roll-call. a FALLBROOK 124 S. Main St., Fallbrook Traditions were read by Hewitt B., La Jolla Group. I/) LINDA VISTA (C) Kiwanis Youth Center, Building C UJ NATIONAL CITY o Congregational Church, Fellowship BIdg., 16th off Highland OCEAN BEACH 2083 Sunset Cliffs (Episcopal Church) Considerable discussion followed the report of the Business Committee; you will find de 20-40 (No age limit) Unitarian Hall, 4561 North Ave. tails further on. The concensus of opinion seemed to be that we do a very poor job in many ways, particularly in presenting the over-all picture of AA to the various groups. WEDNESDAY - CENTRAL MEETING (All Groups) - Public Invited 8:30 PM —War Memorial BIdg., Zoo Drive, Balboa Pork (Take No. 7 Bus) One suggestion that groups might elect their secretaries for at least six months will be CARLSBAD Women's Club House (8:30 PM) brought back by your Coordinator for discussion and vote. It was also suggested that periodic meetings of all secretaries for the exchange of information and experience had EAST SAN DIEGO 4037 39th St. (/> ENCINITAS 294 La Veto (St. Andrews Church) (8:15 PM) been very productive in other areas and that we in San Diego might try this experiment. LAKESIDE War Memorial BIdg., Linden Pork 3 Talk it over in your group and instruct your representative if you would like to participote X LA JOLLA Women's Club House, 715 Silverado (8:30 PM) 1- SPRING VALLEY Community House (opp. Fire Station) Spring Valley in such a meeting. VISTA Women's Club House, Vista The Council also voted that "The AA Coordinator" be continued in this eight-page form ASSOCIATES All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvania FRI. NITE MEN'S (C) (men only) All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvania through the month of January. (Ed. We'll talk about this a little further on, too.) >- GOLDEN HILLS Parochial School, 24th & Markey < LA MESA (C) (men only) Shuffleboard Course, La Mesa Committee Elections: RAMONA Congregational Church Oi Business: Herm J., North Park to July 1st, 1957, replacing Stretch L., resigned. 12th AVE. 1223 12th Ave. WOMEN'S (C) (women only) All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvania John B., Chula Vista to January 1st, 1957, replacing Pat D., resigned. OCEANSIDE 115 No. Tremont, K.P. Hall Program: Ben J., Ramona, a ten-year country-cousin. CLAIREMONT 3605 Clairemont Blvd., Community Center EARLY BIRDS (Under 40) 3960 Mason St., Old Town To be Elected Next Month: —(At the next Coordinating Council Meeting, November 1) < PACIFIC BEACH */> 1050 Thomas St., St. Andrews Episcopal Church Program: Woman member, 6—months term, 2 year's sobriety requirement. ROLANDO Fellowship Hall, rear Methodist Church, El Cajon & Seminole Dr. Wed. Secy: Woman, to succeed Donna R., resigned, until Jan. 1st. 2 year's sobriety. NEWCOMERS Y.M.C.A. 1115 8th Ave. (beginners) 6:00 PM z Co-Editor for Coordinator to succeed Harry V., resigned. 1 year. 3 SUNDAY NITE Y.M.C.A. 1115 8th Ave. t/> LEMON GROVE 1st Congregational Church, 3130 Main St. (8:15 PM) (Note: Helen M., our Staff artist, will serve in this job If elected and is well qualified.) MEETINGS AT PATHFINDERS (Men's Rehabilitation Center) 1223 12th Ave. DAYTIME: Monday thru Friday 1:00 PM SATURDAY 2:00 PM Remember, too, to advise your Coordinator how you feel about electing a secretary in SUNDAY: 11:00 AM - TUESDAY 8:00 PM - THURSDAY 8:00 PM LATIN.AMERICAN: Sunday 9:00 AM December and June to serve for six months; also what your group thinks of periodic meet ings of all secretaries. INSTITUTIONAL MEETINGS: (Conducted by volunteer A.A. members —Contact Central Office) (See inside back cover for list.) CHANGE IN MEETING PLACE: (One nrght only!) ALANO CLUB There will be no meetings ot the All Saints Church Hall on Friday, October 12th as the church 3334 5th Ave. - CY 6-9483 needs the building that night. The women and associates will hold a joint meeting at the Alano Open Daily 11:00 AM —Sunday 10:00 AM Club at the usual time, end the men will meet at the Pathfinders with their Friday Night Group. IT IS NOT A DIRTY WORD! WEDNESDAY NITE MEETING SCHEDULE There is one word in AA which seems to be utterly taboo - one which is spoken in soft October 10th thru November 14th, 1956 whispers, in dark corners and low mutters. Of course the drinking alcoholic uses it too- OCT. 10th BILL B. (East San Diego) OCT. 31st JANE and JIM O'T - either in loud, resounding tones when he has it, or in doleful, heartbroken accents when Bill says it's the same old (Los Angeles) - This fine he hasn't. The sweet voices of our children trill it, poppa gripes about it, momma wheedles story - but we know better- couple spoke here two years and finagles for it, but in AA we seem to have a superstitious dread of mentioning it. 'cause he's our Bill. ago - and we're glad they're Guess what? M—n—y I Chair: Gordon S. (Chula Vista) coming back. Steps: Jean B. (Mrs. Bill B.— Chair; Jim C. (Early Birds) AA is twenty-one years old and the time has come to take a good look at this five letter East San Diego) Steps: Tommy T. (Early Birds) word. So let's face it and call it by name - MONEY. Hosts: Del Mar Hosts: El Cajon OCT. 17th EARLY BIRDS GROUP - NOV. 7th TEX B. (Coronado) —He'll We don't need a lot of it but we can't operate without it. In our local area nearly forty they'll pick their own speakers groups meet weekly, pay rent, provide refreshments and furnish literature for the new prove we do have local talent! all under 40, and all real Choir: Verno McN. 20—40 members. That adds up to quite a lot of the stuff. But what of our other responsibilities? fine, too. Steps: Joe M. (Fri. Men's) Consider our Central Office. Nearly ail new members make their first contact through it, Chair: Grace B. (Women's) Maybe he'll sing the it orders and stocks the literature required by the groups, it is our center for 12th Step Steps: Bill B. (Mr. Grade B.) Hosts: Early Bi73s Lord's prayer, too. assignments and It is an efficient information source for members and for the general Hosts: Fri. Nite Men's public.* Our Central Office overhead is far smaller than that of similar facilities else OCT. 24th ROSA and JIM B. (Women's NOV. 14th HOWARD "Doc" G, (Ramona) where, but if we don't do something constructive about that five-letter word WE ARE NOT and Mission Hills) —Rosa A 12 year man with a fine, GOING TO BE ABLE TO KEEP OUR CENTRAL OFFICE OPEN. We are now operating says she'll keep quiet and solid A.A. outlook let Jim tell the story of A.A.'s MARY D'A, (Escondido) in the red - see the financial report, and ask yourself if YOU are whispering that word or early days - he's been in One of the nicest gals in the facing up to it. there pitching for over 18 yrs. county, with a sincere, stim Chair: Mike A., (Women's) Our only sources of income are group contributions and Buck-a-Month. Income from litera ulating message. Steps: Chuck S. (Early Birds) Chair: Ben J. (Ramona) ture just about pays its own way and provides pamphlets for hospitals and institutions. Hosts: East San Diego Steps: Warren E. (Ramona) Last year donations from social affairs kept us out of the red but this is a very uncertain Hosts: Golden Hills source of funds. THE PROGRAM COMMITTEE HAS VOTED TO RETAIN THE 8:30 STARTING TIME WEDNESDAY Is your group helping to the best of its ability? Are you, as an individual supporting NIGHTS - SO FIGHT FANS, ETC. WILL STILL BE ABLE TO MAKE THE MEETING! Buck-a-Month-that simple method of personally showing your appreciation?Money is NOT a dirty word-we share our experience, strength and hope to help each other so let's reach in our pockets and share the loot that we may KEEP THE AA DOOR OPEN for those who INSTITUTIONAL MEETINGS: (Conducted by volunteer A.A. members —contact Central Office) stiII don't know. MONDAY: *Just count the number of times in this one issue you ore referred to the office -> MEN'S PSYCHO, County Hospital —1:30 PM committees, banquet tickets, speakers, etc., all of which is routine "extra" work! WOMEN'S PSYCHO, County Hospital - 1:00 PM or 7:00 PM U.S. NAVY, RETRAINING COMMAND, Camp Elliott - 7:15 PM (Lv. 1223 12th Ave WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEETING: Program Committee notes: SAN DIEGO COUNTY HONOR CAMP, Viejas Grade, - 7:15 PM ( 6:15 PM Several members of the Program Committee feel that we have many very good local speak VAUCLAIN HOME, County Hospital (Tuberculosis Ward) 7:00 PM ers who are seldom heard outside their neighborhood groups, and that more members TUESDAY: should have a chance to hear these people. While we have had the privilege of hearing CAMP MORENA, Campo 7:00 PM many fine out-of-town talks, others have been less impressive. Too, it was felt that our SAN DIEGO CITY JAIL (Men) 7:30 PM own groups should be encouraged to develop local speakers and that we should try some THURSDAY: meetings sponsored by such local groups who would choose their own meeting format. SAN DIEGO CITY JAIL (Women) 7:00 PM This plan will be started this month and it is up to you to show your interest in our local WOMEN'S PSYCHO, County Hospital 1:00 PM or 7:00 PM "talent" by attending the Wednesday meeting. The Program Committee will welcome any SATURDAY: suggestions that will help make our one public meeting instructive and interesting. State of California, Minnewawa Honor Camp 7:00 PM - Lv. 1223 12th Ave. 6:00 PM Your new "A. A. COORDINATOR" —Progress is our most important product. FINANCIAL REPORT - CENTRAL OFFICE (This is about us) As of September 30, 1956 we have received Group contributions for Your monthly Coordinator was placed on trial for four months by the Council. They felt $1201.00 from Buck-A-Month as follows: the month of September, 1956 that if we could prove our worth in that time, we might possibly continue in this new Associates $15.00 format. Our hats got very tight with the praise the Conference Issue received —and we 1 Member @ $30.00 $30.00 4 24.00 96.00 Coronado 10.00 thank you one and all —but where do we go from here? Clay Street 5.00 1 20.00 20.00 Historically, back in the early days in San Diego, the complete minutes of every Council Early Birds 8.00 1 17.00 17.00 East San Diego 10.00 meeting (discussions and all yet, but without the bloodstains) were typed and distributed 1 15.00 15.00 Fri. Nite Mens 40.00 to the coordinators to be read to their groups. Now drunks just don't care to be read to — 43 12.00 516.00 Golden Hills 7.00 or did you know? —and the minutes received scant attention. So in October 1948 a single 8 10.00 80.00 LaJolla 20.00 sheet, amateur mimeograph was set up to provide a digest of Council meeting proceedings Mission Hills 10.00 15 9.00 135.00 and this was given to each group. After a few years it was decided, by popular request, National City 20.00 to have a copy of this "Coordinator" printed for distribution to every member and to in 7 8.00 56.00 North Park 25.00 clude news of group activities and social affairs and "other matters of interest to AA as 7 7.00 49.00 Ocean Beach 4.00 a whole." So our little paper progressed. 7 6.00 42.00 Pacific Beach 5.00 4 5.00 20.00 Rolando 10.00 The Conference Issue, September 1956 was the first effort of your new editors to provide Santee 5.00 10 4.00 40.00 a larger, more professional magazine. This issue received many compliments —for which Spring Valley 19.00 3.00 36.00 we are humbly grateful - and influenced the Council to consent to an additional four 12 12th Avenue 6.00 8 2.00 16.00 20-40 10.00 months experiment in the new form. If we con make this paper a useful progressive ad 229.00 33 1.00 33.00 junct of our Fellowship in San Diego - free from politics, personalities and controversy - For New York Foundation: we shall need the help of every one of you. 162 1201.00 Anonymous 2.00 For instance, have your secretary advise the Central Office of the number of copies your Fri. Nite Mens 5.00 Group requires, so that none will be wasted. Have your Group's copies picked up at the North Park 5.00 12.00 Wednesday nite meeting whenever possible, to save postage. Let us know what kind of material you would like to read. If you have any criticism, tell us. SEPTEMBER —IN DETAIL: —• see what we mean about m—n-^y The enlarged Coordinator will cost far more than previously, so a real sign of PROGRESS would be to make it self-supporting. It's even possible that some day we might have a INCOME EXPENSES regular subscription rate for it, as many other areas do. Our national Grapevine started as Buck-a-Month $73.00 Rent & Office $181.06 a New York Group giveaway sheet before it grew up. However, that's for the future to Group Contributions 229.00 Secretarial 355.00 reveal. For the present, the Central Office will set up a separate ledger page, and groups Books, etc. (net) 9.14 Miscellaneous 92.00 or individuals wishing to show their approval in a practical way are asked to send in a $311.14 $628.31 small donation earmarked "For the Coordinator". Such donations will take nothing from Central Office — they will merely be credited on a separate page before being included DEFICIT $317.17 as gross income —the ear-marking is sort of a poll of opinion on group and membership response in answer to "HOW DO YOU LIKE THE NEW COORDINATOR?" THANKSGIVING TRADITION MEETING - You got anything to be grateful for? The San Diego Area Assembly has asked each group to submit the names of two of its members, capable and willing to participate in the annual TRADITION MEETING sponsored by the Assembly on Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday, November 21st. The names sent in will be CAKES AND CANDLES - Happy Birthday to . . . placed in a hat and those drawn will be assigned a Tradition for discussion. We don't Gordon S., Chulo Vista - 5 years; Harry T., Bud F., Frank K. and Bob T. —one year. have to remind you that AA's have more to be thankful for than most people —show it by attending this Thanksgiving Meeting. Remember, the collection that night is the semi Preview —four five-year and five one-year cakes already scheduled for October! Is your annual Wednesday night contribution to General Service Headquarters. Bud S., our New sobriety date listed at the Central Office? You can't get a cake unless they know you York Delegate, will be Chairman for the meeting and the names from your group should be have a birthday. sent to him in care of the Central Office, 506 California Theater BIdg., San Diego 1, Col if. 16th ANNUAL SAN DIEGO BANQUET: CONFERENCE ECHOES: There will be a special meeting of the Banquet Committee at the Alano Club on Thursday, Preliminary figures would indicate that well over 2,000 AA's and their families registered for the first conference held in San Diego. Oct. 11th at 7:30 PM to discuss plans for our forthcoming annual event. The Committee consists of all present members of the Program Committee as well as those who have Many interesting workshops and panels on various aspects of AA were enjoyed by the served on it since November 1955. Also invited are the past Program Chairman, Helen G., locals and visitors, and those lucky enough to attend the banquet heard a wonderful talk and the present Chairmen of Business, Public Relations, Coordinating, Institutional and by Dr. Earl M. of San Francisco. Assembly Committees. Ticket distribution will be handled by the Central Office. Tenta The local committees on housing, transportation, hospitality, housing, facilities etc. tive plans are: worked like mad and the thanks of ail AA goes to them. Time: Saturday, November 17th, 1956, 6:30 PM Jim B. (North Park) Co-chairman of the Conference was elected as all-over Chairman for Place: Veteran's War Memorial Bldg., Zoo Drive, Balboa Park 1957 at Riverside, in appreciation of the job he did this year. Food: By Hansen, with a splendid chicken dinner menu In passing, a resolution was presented setting up a permanent revolving committee to Speaker: Paul G., well known actor and director reputed to be one of theWestCoast's handle future conferences but as this was after the final meeting and a very small number finest speakers was present, it did not get enough votes to carry. Better luck next time? Dancing to follow with music by Danny Hale's Orchestra —they received the highest Anyone wishing tape recordings of any of the Conference talks, either complete or in praise at the Women's Dance part, send a tape (1200 ft. or over) to Norman Christoffersen, 122 West Cypress, Compton, Tickets: $3.25 per person - and well worth it. Calif. — Phone Nevada 6—8037.
DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE BEGINNERS' MEETING? Every Sunday, 6:00 PM, YMCA, 8th & C Sts. —coffee served throughout.
The roster of members willing to lead this meeting is getting slim again, and the Program •••• AND SOCIALLY SPEAKING Committee is looking for volunteers to handle this meeting on a rotating basis. There isn't a better way of doing 12th Step work —if you're available, please advise the Cen Grace B., Chairman, and ail of the women in San Diego wish to extend their thanks to those who helped make their 11th Annual Dance a huge success. Sally O'B. of Pacific tral Office. (BE 9—1366) Beach won the prize for the best home-decorated cake — a representation of the 12th Incidentally, last year and other years, local dignitaries have been invited guests at the Steps with a HI angel on top. And Ed S. (Fri. Nite Men's) was the lucky winner of the AA Banquet. It has not worked too well, as many of them do not refuse but also do not show book especially autographed by Bill Wilson for the Occasion. Thanks again one and all, up, and the food provided for them has to be paid for. This year names will be submitted and for particularly special thanks we nominate these boys: Frank D. and Jim B. (bingo). by both Public Relations and Institutional Committees, of those definitely interested in Gene M. (loud-speaker) and Leo G. who nearly knocked himself out running errands. and working with alcoholics. If any member or groups wish to sponsor tickets for such people, please advise the Central Office. The Program Committee will assign such tick NEXT DANCE: Saturday, October 13th, sponsored by the Alano Club at the Women's ets to the names on this list up to the number so paid for. No other invitations will Club House, 3rd and Maple — music by Dick Minor. Usual diversions and refreshments — be extended for guests. be there and have fun! INSTITUTIONAL — (As Harry said last month —wonder what it's like outside) A special meeting of the Hospital and Institutional Committee was held on Tuesday, SATURDAY OPEN HOUSE AT THE ALANO CLUB: Oct. 2nd at the Club. Juanita C. reported that while the camp facilities for men are ade Reviving a plan which was very successful several years ago, the Club is asking local quately covered, more help can be used. However, the Women's Psycho and Jail meetings groups to sponsor the Saturday night club open house. The sponsoring group may provide are in dire need of more volunteers —a limited few have been doing this job for too long whatever they wish in the way of entertainment, raffles, games or whatever - and will be reimbursed for any expenditures they make. The proceeds, after expenses will be divided now —it's not fair to them. Get off it and get busy! between the sponsoring group and the club. And speaking again of that dirty word, More help is also needed at Camp Elliott (Retraining Command) Monday nights —contact MONEY, perhaps this would be a way for your group to increase its Central Office con Juanita on all of these. tributions? Anyhow, if you'd Iike to be hosts, contact Ruth, AT 1-7208 or Tom, BR 3-3037 for Information or to set a date. The new patient-run meeting at Vauclain Home (County TB Hospital), Mondays 7:00 PM needs visitors, both men and women. There are eight patients in the group but many more in the hospital — these patients will get the others there if we get the AA's thereto create enthusiasm. YOU WILL FIND THE UP-TO-THE-MINUTE MEETING LIST OF ALL GROUPS IN THE AREA ON THE TWO LAST PAGES OF YOUR COORDINATOR. REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS, San Diego County ••• • BANQUET EDITION CENTRAL OFFICE THE AA 506 California Theater BIdg., San Diego 1, California Hours: 9—5 Weekdays; 9—12 Saturday. Phone: BE 9—1366 "C" Closed meeting-.(alcoholics only)—All others open—Meetings 8:00 PM (unless otherwise noted) CCX)RDINATOR ALPINE Old Congregational Church Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of Episcopal Church, 208 Madrono St. >- CHULA VISTA San Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. NOVEMBER, 1956 < CORONADO Library Pork Club House DEL MAR Episcopal Church, Parish House (off 14th St.) Z MISSION BAY Women's Club House, Santa Clara & Bayside (8:30 PM) o MISSION HILLS (C) Florence School Cafeteria, 1st & University Ave. NORTH PARK 3554 University Ave. (upstairs) / \ ^( \\l In vl-il I// 1/ 1 OCEANSIDE (C) Corner Topeka & Freeman t6t^ ^eut^ccet >• EL CAJON Presbyterian Church, Forrogut Circle < ESCONDIDO Episcopal Church, 2nd & Juniper Sts., Escondido (8:30 PM) a FALLBROOK 124 S. Main St., Fallbrook of (/) LINDA VISTA (C) Kiwants Youth Center, Building C tu 3 NATIONAL CITY Congregational Church, Fellowship BIdg., 16th off Highland ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 1- OCEAN BEACH 2083 Sunset Cliffs (Episcopal Church) of 20-40 (No age limit) Unitarian Hall, 4561 North Ave. SAN DIEGO COUNTY MENU WEDNESDAY - CENTRAL MEETING (All Groups) - Public Invited Tossed Green Salad 8:30 PM - Wor Memorial BIdg., Zoo Drive, Bolboo Park (Take No. 7 Bus) NOVEMBER 17, 1956 1/2 Baked Chicken CARLSBAD Women's Club House (8:30 PM) WAR MEMORIAL BUILDING Dressing EAST SAN DIEGO 4037 39th St. Moshed Potatoes/Gravy oO ENCINITAS 294 La Veto (St. Andrews Church) (8:15 PM) LAKESIDE War Memorial BIdg., Linden Park Fresh Green Peas and Carrots LA JOLLA Women's Club House, 715 Silverado (8:30 PM) Roils and Butter SPRING VALLEY Community House (opp. Fire Station) Spring Valley French Apple Pie VISTA Women's Club House, Vista PROGRAM Coffee ASSOCIATES All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvanio FRI. NITE MEN'S (C) (men only) All Saints' Church, 6th 8i Pennsylvania >- GOLDEN HILLS Parochial School, 24th & Morkey DINNER 6:30 P.M. < (men only) Shuffleboard Course, La Mesa o LA MESA (C) RAMONA Congregational Church 12th AVE. 1223 12th Ave. Invocation Fr. Bill, Clairemont Group u. WOMEN'S (C) (women only) All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvania Steps Florence I., Encinitas Group OCEANSIDE 115 No. Tremont, K.P. Hall Traditions Doc M., Ocean Beach Group CLAIREMONT 3605 Clairemont Blvd., Community Center Speaker Al "Doc" C., Los Angeles EARLY BIRDS (Under 40) 3960 Mason St., Old Town Lord's Prayer (vocal) Joe M., Fri. Men* s Group -< PACIFIC BEACH 1050 Thomas St., St. Andrews Episcopal Church i/> ROLANDO Fellowship Hall, rear Methodist Church, El Cajon 8t Seminole Dr. Accompanist Dudley N., No. Park SAT. NITE "Y" YMCA
NEWCOMERS Y.M.C.A. 1115 8th Ave. (beginners) 6:00 PM 3 SUNDAY NITE Y.M.C.A. 1115 8th Ave. DANCING 10 P.M. to 1 A.M. CO LEMON GROVE 1st Congregational Church, 3130 Main St. (8:15 PM) Music by Danny Hale Meeting List continued M Other Entertainment
ALANO CLUB Banquet Chairman Jim B., North Park Group 3334 5th Ave. - CY 6-9483 Open Daily 11:00 AM - Sunday 10:00 AM Hostess Chairman Mike A., Women's Group Decorations Norma S., Del Mar Group COORDINATING COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEETING SCHEDULE Nov. 21st thru Dec. 19th The 132nd Meeting of the Coordinating Council was called to order by Chairman McN., on Thursday (All Wed. meetings start at 8:30) November 8th at the Alono Club, 20 Coordinators present. The Traditions were reod by Jimmy G., Early Birds Group. Reports of the Various sub-committees will be found further on, under seporate NOVEMBER 21st captions. ANNUAL THANKSGIVING TRADITION MEETING Elections: Helen M., Fri. Women's Group, Co-ordinator Editor - unanimous Presented by San Diego Area Assembly Eva E., El Cojon, Program Committee from Dec. 1st to May 31st. Bud S., New York Delegote, presiding. Interpretations of our Traditions by repre A discussion of the recommended six months term for Group secretaries found an overwhelming sentatives from all area groups. This is majority of groups favoring the idea, and Howard S., C.O. Secretary was authorized to coll semi a MUST meeting —be there, be thankful. annual meetings of all interested secretaries. This is a plon whereby interested groups agreed to Chair: Gordon S., Chula Vista elect their secretaries in December and June to serve six months'terms from July 1st end Jon. 1st. Hosts: Lakeside It is not a directive to any group - only those wishing to will follow the plon. (This night's collection goes to General Service Headquarters, N.Y.) The Early Birds Group moved - motion seconded - that the groups be asked to reoctivate the A.A. Blood Bonk idea. Groups approving will so instruct their Coordinators ond the Blood Bank will be NOVEMBER 28th DECEMBER 5th DECEMBER 12th brought up again ot the next meeting of the Council. Mike & John A. (Fri. Nite) Helen G., Women's Group Margaret & Leo G., No.Park This husband and wife team A dramatic story with a Another husband and wife THANKSGIVING TRADITION MEETING: Nomes for the speakers at this meeting were drawn from is tops — young in years wonderful message. team — two of the sweetest the hot as follows: (See Wed. Meeting schedule for meeting announcement) but old in experience with Bill K., Mission Hills people in town—tell how and Trod. 1. Art D., East S.D. 5. Walt B., Ocean Beach 9- Jim R., Rolando a solid AA background. A pioneer S.D. member in why AA is for them, a most 2. Vivienne D., Alpine 6. Ed S., Spring Valley 10- Jim B., No. Park Chair: Grace B., Fri. Women a down-to-earth talk. inspiring story. 3. Grace V., Early Birds 7. George P., Oceanside 11* Ken W., Del Mar Steps: Virginia D., Womens Chair: Eva E., El Cajon Chair: Jim C., Early Birds 4. Eugene H., Carlsbad 8. Ben J., Ramono 12- Sam deL., Escondido Group member from Old Town Steps: Ed S., Spring Volley Steps: Marilyn C., Early Birds Hosts: Lemon Grove Hosts: Mission Bay Alternates: Hosts: La Jolla 1.2 Ralph H., Lo Jolla 7-8 Bill K., Mission Hills 3—4 Larry S., Encinitas 9—10 Ben E., Chula Vista DECEMBER 19th - BIG ANNUAL ASSOCIATES' CHRISTMAS PARTY 5—6 Earl Z., Soturday Y 11—12 Nito H., Santee CHRISTMAS TREE -- SANTA CLAUS -- CAROLS NEXT COORDINATING MEETING THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6th, 1956. PRESENTS -- SPECIAL REFRESHMENTS Each man brings a gift for a man, eoch lady one for a lady — place in bins in front of stage and Santa will redistribute them. It's the spirit that counts - we keep the gifts modest (about $1)-
BIG CHRISTMAS RAFFLE IMPORTANT! TO BE NOMINATED FOR ELECTION IN DECEMBER! (All proceeds to our Central Office) P.C. Chairman, Verno McN., East San Diego Ail groups are urged to name their candidates for the following jobs: CHAIRMAN OF COORDINATING COUNCIL: Term 6 months from Jan. 1, 1957- Meeting list —(continued from bock page) 2 years sobriety ond at least 6 months experience as Group Coordinator required. MEETINGS AT PATHFINDERS (Men's Rehabilitation Center) 1223 12th Ave. ASST. CHAIRMAN, COORDINATING COUNCIL: Term 6 months from Jan. 1, 1957 DAYTIME: Monday thru Friday 1:00 PM SATURDAY 2:00 PM Some requirements as Chairman. SUNDAY: 11:00 AM - TUESDAY 8:00 PM - THURSDAY 8:00 PM LATIN AMERICAN: Sundoy 9:00 AM CHAIRMAN, PROGRAM COMMITTEE: Term 1 year from January 1st, 1957. 2 years sobriety and one full term as Program Committee member. INSTITUTIONAL MEETINGS: (Conducted by volunteer A.A. members —Contact Central Office) SECRETARY: CENTRAL MEETING & PROGRAM COMMITTEE (Alcoholic or associate) MONDAY: Men's Psycho, County Hsspital — 1:30 PM 2 yeors sobriety required, or 2 years of AA associotion. Term, 6 months. Women's Psycho, County Hosp. —1:00 PM or 7:00 PM THREE (3) MEMBERS - BUSINESS COMMITTEE: 2 male, 1 female. U.S. Navy Retroining Command, Camp Elliott —7:15 PM (Lv. 1223 12th Ave. Term 1 year from January 1, 1957. Two (2) years sobriety required. S.D. County Honor Camp, Viejos Grade —7:15 PM ( 6:15 PM Vauclain Home, County Hospital (Tuberculosis Ward) 7:00 PM TWO (2) MEMBERS - HOSPITAL & INSTITUTIONAL COMMITTEE: 1 male, 1 female. Term 1 year from Jan. 1, 1957. One (1) year sobriety required. TUESDAY: Camp Morena, Campo 7:00 PM THREE (3) MEMBERS - PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE: Term 1 year; 3 years sobriety San Diego City Jail (Men) 7:30 PM required. Coordinators elect these from names submitted by the Business Committee. THURSDAY: San Diego City Jail (Women) 7:00 PM PROGRAM COMMITTEE - MALE MEMBER: Term 6 months, 2 years sobriety. Women's Psycho, County Hospital —1:00 PM or 7:00 PM These responsibilities should only be assumed by members who are willing to give them time and effort. All candidates must be willing to serve before being nominated. SATURDAY: State of California, Minnewawo Honor Camp 7:00 PM — Lv. 1223 12th Ave. 6:00 PM WHAT IS A COORDINATOR? IN MEMORIAM "A Coordinator, or his alternate, is any member of a group selected by that group to act primarily as a connecting link between his group and the Coordinating Council, interpreting each to the RUSS BUDD In death is found eternal life. No person so truly deserves this than other. The duty of the Coordinator is to bring to the attention of the Council the wishes, desires our Russ; each of us Is a little finer for having known and worked with him. His life and requests of his home group; and report to his group the action taken by the Council. Require was a living example of AA love ond service that will keep his memory forever an in- ments: 1 year's sobriety, term of office: 6 months . . . . " (From the 1956 By-laws). soiration. No greater heritage con man leove his fellow man. Rest well, dear Russ. (by H.G.) It is 0 proven opinion that a well-informed group is a well-working group. All A.A. business, other Farewell too, to Lilyan Sherlock who recently left us after a long courageous struggle. than the group's autonomous affairs, either transpires ot the Council or in committees responsible Our gratitude goes to the AA women of San Francisco who rallied round and set up a to the Council. Therefore the choice of group representatives should be carefully considered. bedside meeting to make Lil's last weeks easier. Our sympothy and affection goto When selecting any member for a {ob, we put personalities aside and find a qualified man or woman Walter who bravely fought the good fight with her. for the fob. Condolences also to Liz S., whose husband Ralph began his eternal sleep Nov. 1st. Frequently a Council decision must be mode at the time the idea is presented. A member familiar Ralph, as associate, was another fine example of our AA woy of life and his cheerful with area problems can use his judgment and make a wise decision; otherwise, he may vote friendliness will be long remembered. against what would be his group's wishes, or refrain from voting at all. In either case, his group hos not participated wiisely. Of course, in our loosely-knit Fellowship, as Bill our Founder says, every group reserves the right to be wrong, always providing its actions do not affect other groups or A.A. OS a whole. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Names are still being requested for the following help: Public Relations Committee - qualified speakers for non-AA groups; Program Committee: Members willing to lead Too, when your group sends your Coordinator to the Council with some business or problem, be the Beginner's Meeting on a rotating basis; Hospital & Institutional Committee - men and women sure he thoroughly understands the group's wishes so he may present them clearly. The group has for Jail & Psycho., men for Elliott, Viejas, Minnewawa, and Moreno; visiting members for Voucloin a responsibility to its Coordinator as much as he has to his group, bearing always in mind that (County IB Hospital). Contact Howard at Central Office for information regarding any of these. none is qualified to speak for a group without consulting that group. Remember also that the Chair man and Asst. Chairman of the Council do not have a voice in the proceedings or a vote, but are there to clarify and interpret the by-laws, see that every member who wishes to speak gets a hear OUR ASSOCIATES GROUP: On page 7 there is an advance notice of the annual Christmas party ing and to otherwise facilitate the transaction of the business of the Council. (By Helen G., put on by our Associates. For the family of the olcoholic, this group has offered understanding and former Chairman of Coordinating Council.) help for more than ten years. Fridoys, All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvania. If you hove on AA member in your family, visit this wonderful group and take advantage of what they can teach you (The above explains why A.A. has all Chiefs and no Indians, doesn't it? Ed.) about yourselfl
NEW YEAR'S DANCE FORECAST: The biggest and best dance ever! Mary S., Chairman, reported "PEACE PILL" Caution that her committees hove been set up and have held one meeting. Music will be by Dick Minor; the place: Veterans* War Memorial BIdg., Monday, December 31st - admission only $1.50. Next com Widespread and casual use of tranquiiizing drugs or "peace pills" for everyday tensions is mittee meeting Sunday, November 25th, 2:00 P.M. at the Alono Club - anyone willing to work on "medically unsound and constitutes a public danger" declares the American Psychiatric Associa the dance is invited to attend. tion. It says the drugs hove not been in use long enough "to determine the full range, duration and medical significance of their 'side effects'." Their use should be encouraged only —like ony other drug — when medical diagnosis shows the medicine would be really helpful. The statement ALANO CLUB NOTES: The Halloween Party sponsored by the Fri. Nite Women's Group reminded says that peace pills are proving helpful in treating some patients in mental hospitals and some us all of our own "trick or treat" days. The roffle prize, a large canned ham, was won by Howard psychiatric patients in private practice. But it expresses concern over reports that 35 million S. our C.O. secretary —good eating, kid. Punkins and such decorated the club and the Women's prescriptions will be written for these drugs in 1957, apparently largely for "relief of common Group and the Club split a $37.50 melon. Scheduled to sponsor a Saturday night club party in the anxiety, emotional upsets, nervousness and the routine tensions of everyday living." More tested near future are: 20—40 Group, Mission Hills, Associates and several others. If your group would scientific data is urgently needed, the statement declares. A similar warning against misuse of care to sponsor one of these parties (at no expense to the group but with a 50—50 share of the tranquiiizing drugs appears in the August 1956 U.S. Public Health Reports. profits!) contact Ruth, AT 1-7208 or Tom, BR 3-3037, or leave word at the Club. from "Today's Health" (Published by American Medical Assn.) Paul & Jackie will serve THANKSGIVING DINNER from 4-7:00 P.M. at $1.50 per person. If you've never eaten turkey the way Paul cooks it, you give the little woman a treat and eat at the club Thursday the 22nd. Did you read ttie personal experience story "Tranqullizers?" In the October Grapevine?
A NEW SLANT ON "HUMILITY" (by the athletic director at Notre Dame): "We're making a lot of friends this season - we've made good friends with Southern Methodist, The Republicans have a platform —the Democrats have a platform. All these platforms promise a Purdue, Michigan State, Oklahoma and Novy. We may make many more before the season ends. little something to everyone and not much to anyone. Alcoholics Anonymous, on the contrary, has (Notre Dome still hos to ploy Pittsburgh, North Carolina, Iowa and So. California.) We are prac a platform which promises everything needed to anyone and everyone who needs it. ticing humility at Notre Dame this year - it has to be part of the course sometimes."
The only "Don'ts" In A.A. are the things we don't have to do any more! A recent survey shows that 30% of all new A.A. members are women! The weoker sex? ABOUT THE CENTRAL OFFICE - our A.A. lifeline: CENTRAL OFFICE FINANCIAL REPORT You must hove agreed with us that "Money is NOT a dirty word" for a glance otthe financial re GROUP CONTRIBUTIONS port opposite would indicate that it's less naughty this month. Sixteen groups contributed a total Mo. of Year Mo. of Y ear of $339.50 (three more were received after the books were closed and will be credited next month). Group October To Dote Group October To Date This is better than the $229 in September but still way below what we need. A $300 contribution Alpine 10.00 Mission Bay 90.00 from the Women* s Dance enabled us to show an $88.12 surplus for the mondi. Chulo Vista 40.00 298.75 Mission Hills ... 20.00 135.00 Cloy Street 10.00 Nat'l City .... 10.00 90.00 We feel that the example of General Service Headquarters is a prudent one - offices should try to Coronodo 10.00 100.00 North Park 75.00 447.00 build up a reasonable reserve to meet unforseen contingencies. All groups naturally cannot con Del Mar 157.02 Ocean Beach 5.00 53.00 tribute equally but an amount based on actual attendance, contributed regularly, can make the dif Early Birds 10.00 97.00 Pacific Beach 65.00 ference between an open or closed door FOR THOSE WHO STILL DON'T KNOW. Your life and 20.00 40.00 Ramona 5.00 mine, and that of those still to come depends on this open door - our Central Office. El Cajon • 10.00 Rolando •••• 12.50 127.50 Encinitas 5.00 Santee 35.00 How about an inventory of your group conscience on the support of the few A.A. financial obliga 35.00 445.00 Sat. Nite Y .... 5.00 15.00 tions - fhe local group, the Central Office, General Service Headquarters and our local Assembly? Golden Hills 8.00* 74.00 Spring Valley 82.05 10.00 10.00 Sun. Nite Y 32.50 Buck-a-month for 1956 is holding up very well. Do you subscribe to this simple, personal way of 20.00* 200.00 12th Ave. 7.00 58.00 helping to keep that door open? Ask your group secretary obout it. Lemon Grove 20.00 159.00 20-40 70.00 Lakeside 3.00 Vi sta ... 40.00 55.00 Minnewawa 85.00 Women's (inc. dance) .... 320.00 400.00 Associates .... 15.00* 160.00 "THE A.A. CO-ORDINATOR" that's us, with appropriate blushes: (^Received Nov. 1, after books for October had been closed) OCTOBER FINANCIAL REPORT As we told you last month, this poper is on trial in this form. We hove to prove we're worth our Expense cost - and we thank those who sent in a total of $43.15 eormorked (or that purpose during October. Income Group Contributions 639.50 Rent & Office 140.84 We're still trying - for example, this November issue is our Banquet Program _ thereby saving the Buck-a-month 97.00 Secretoriol 405.00 cost of printing separate programs. You will also note complete meeting lists on riie lost two Coordinator Account 43.15 Miscellaneous 59.75 pages -over a period this will effect a considerable saving. Too, we feel that if we con help moke Books, etc. — Profit 14.92 Coordinator Acct 100.86 oil groups conscious of their financial responsibility in keeping the A.A. Door open, we will be 794.57 706.45 indirectly paying our way. GAIN $88.12 However, if you approve of us, we would suggest a small contribution earmarked "For the Co ordinator" to be sent in either on a personal or group basis as a practical expression of your sup / port. All such donations become part of gross office income. "If you like us, let us know" says the old song! We ask, soy it with you-know-what! 10 YEARS Alberta H., Sun. A.M.
5 YEARS Margaret 0., Alpine AREA ASSEMBLY NOTES: Vivian D., Alpine Orville D., Alpine Maxine E., Ocean Beach Thomas E. L.
The S.D. Area Assembly of the General Service Conference comprises all groups in San Diego and 1 YEAR Imperial Counties. Each group selects a representative (and alternate) and these in turn serve as Willis B., El Caion Betty C., Early Birds Jack D., Spring Valley contacts between world-wide A.A. service and their local groups. The Assembly also elects our Joe W., No. Park Edgar B., 12th Ave. Val S., Sunday Night New York delegate each two years The next meeting of the Assembly will be in December. Ernest J., 12th Ave. Bernice P., No. Park Dick C., East S. D. Does your group have an interested, active representative? If not, be sore to select one prior to Jessie F., Clay St. Edwin S., Spring Valley this meeting, (two years sobriety required.) Personal recovery depends on A.A. unity soys Tradi tion One, and unity of A.A. means world-wide sharing of experience, strength ond hope X-mas Shopper's Tip; A subscription to the official A.A. monthly magazine, "The Grapevine" MORE BIRTHDAYS - The NORTH PARK GROUP will be ten years old November 19th. This is will make a thoughtful gift for thot particular A.A. friend. Send $2.50, together with name and ad one of the finest open meetings in the area —drop by and prove it to yourself. (35S4 University dress of the friend to Grapevine, P.O. Box 85, Knickerbocker Sta., N.Y. 2, N.Y. for one year's Ave. —upstairs). The MISSION HILLS GROUP will celebrate its eighth anniversary on December subscription. Unless instructed to the contrary, a card with your name as giver will accompany the 3rd. Ordinarily a closed meeting, once a year open house is held and everyone is invited. Among first issue Registration for 1957 World Directory; Your group should soon receive cards to the speakers will be Dorothy Murphy of La Jolla, who has been an A.A. Associate for nearly 19 be filled out and returned to New York so that you may be listed in the next Directory. Deadline years. (Florence School - lst& Univ.) will probably be about Dec. 15th, so make sure to check on this. Internationally, most groups list the names of Area Assembly representatives as the group contact You will also receive the The INSTITUTIONAL COMMITTEE announces that regulor monthly meetings will be held at the Fall Group Fund Appeal from General Service Headquarters in New York. A substantial portion of Alano Club on the 1st Thursday of each month, at 7:00 PM, proceeding the Coordinoting meeting. the 1956 budget still has to be raised before the end of the year (deadline Dec. 31). The usual yardstick is $2 per year per member of each group, and your contribution may be sent to our Cen tral Office for transmittal to New York — Howard will list separately each group donation and send RED FACE DEPT.; Your Coordinator humbly apologizes to the SATURDAY NIGHT Y GROUP — o single check to cover the entire amount in order to reduce clerical work there In answer who were left off the meeting list last month. It's a darned good group - visit it and find out what to many inquiries, the Area Assembly meeting IS open to all members, without vote. you can do on a sober Saturday night! REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS, San Diego County •••• CHRISTMAS EDITION
CENTRAL OFFICE THE AA 506 California Theater BIdg., San Diego 1, California Hours: 9—5 Weekdoys; 9—12 Saturday. Phone: BE 9—1366 "C" Closed meeting—(alcoholics only)—All others open—Meetings 8:00 PM (unless otherwise noted) COORDINATOR ALPINE Old Congregational Church Published monthly by the Coordinating Committee of DECEMBER, 1956 >• CHULA VISTA Episcopal Church, 208 Madrona St. San Diego County Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous. < CORONADO Library Park Club House o DEL MAR Episcopal Church, Parish House (off 14th St.) z MISSION BAY Women's Club House, Santa Clara & Boyslde (8:30 PM) o MISSION HILLS (C) Florence School Cafeteria, 1st & University Ave. NORTH PARK 3554 University Ave. (upstairs) . -f OCEANSIDE (C) Corner Topeka & Freeman t M^RRY r.H«ISTMAS >- EL CAJON Presbyterian Church, Forragut Circle < ESCONDIDO Episcopal Church, 2nd & Juniper Sts., Escondido (8:30 PM) o FALLBROOK 124 S. Main St., Fallbrook tA 111 LINDA VISTA (C) Kiwanis Youth Center, Building C 3 NATIONAL CITY Congregational Church, Fellowship BIdg., 16th off Highland 1- OCEAN BEACH 2083 Sunset Cliffs (Episcopal Church) 20-40 (No age limit) Unitarian Hall, 4561 North Ave. r-' WEDNESDAY - CENTRAL MEETING (All Groups) - Public Invited T *. * . 8:30 PM —War Memorial BIdg., Zoo Drive, Balboa Park (Take No. 7 Bus) • •• who should be more merry at Christmas than an alcoholic that has found the fellowship of A.A. ? CARLSBAD Women's Club House (8:30 PM) • •• who should be happier than an alcoholic who has sobriety? • H"' EAST SAN DIEGO 4037 39th St. ENCINITAS 294 La Veto (St. Andrews Church) (8:15 PM) o: LAKESIDE War Memorial BIdg., Linden Park 3 his is a time for giving, and LA JOLLA Women's Club House, 715 Silverado (8:30 PM) T Z SPRING VALLEY Community House (opp. Fire Station) Spring Valley who has greater opportunity for giving than we —to carry the mes VISTA Women's Club House, Vista sage to another alcoholic who still suffers? The greatest gift we can give is to give of ourselves —true love, compassion and under ASSOCIATES All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvania standing —and, (lest we forget), we can only keep this wonderful FRI. NITE MEN'S (C) (men only) All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvania way of life by giving it away! >- GOLDEN HILLS Parochial School, 24th & Markey < a LA MESA (C) (men only) Shuffleboard Course, La Mesa RAMONA Congregationol Church 12th AVE. 1223 12th Ave. his is a time to be grateful, and WOMEN'S (C) (women only) All Saints' Church, 6th & Pennsylvania OCEANSIDE 115 No. Tremont, K.P. Hall who has more to be grateful for than we, who "But for the Grace of God" could be still suffering in the dark. It is said that 'one CLAIREMONT 3605 Cloiremont Blvd., Community Center cannot be grateful and unhappy at the same time' — so let us re EARLY BIRDS (Under 40) 3960 Mason St., Old Town member to be grateful, and enjoy a Happy Holiday Season. < PACIFIC BEACH 1050 Thomas St., St. Andrews Episcopal Church to ROLANDO Fellowship Hall, rear Methodist Church, El Cajon 8i Seminole Dr. SAT. NITE "Y" YMCA • •• and St. Nick says Z NEWCOMERS Y.M.C.A. 1115 8th Ave. (beginners) 6:00 PM 3 SUNDAY NITE Y.M.C.A. 1115 8th Ave. (/) LEMON GROVE 1st Congregational Church, 3130 Main St. (8:15 PM) Meeting List continued on Inside Bock Cover e
ALANO CLUB 3334 5th Ave. - CY 6-9483 Open Daily 11:00 AM —Sunday 10:00 AM COORDINATING COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS: WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEETING SCHEDULE Dec. 19th thru Jan. 16th The 133rd Council meeting was colled to order at 8:00 P.M., 24 Groups represented. (All Wed. Meetings start at 8:30) Traditions were read by Rich, Golden Hills. Here are the various committee reports: BUSINESS: Outgoing Chairman, Ben E. reported a Central Office surplus of $134.39. (detailed report page 5). DECEMBER 19th: ASSOCIATES' ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY PROGRAM: Jim B. announced a November deficit of $86.22; however the December 1st balance for the year was $690.91. CAROLS. .. PRIZES.. . PRESENTS. .. REFRESHMENTS. .. RAFFLES PUBLIC RELATIONS: Frank S. said the new Alcoholic Clinic is progressing splendidly SANTA CLAOS ENTERTAINMENT (A real surprise!) and anticipates on early opening date. (see details elsewhere in this Coordinator) HOSPITAL & INSTITUTIONAL: Frank W. urgently requested more help for Camp Elliott., other facilities adequately covered. On the Women's side, Juanita C. still needs more volunteers. Visitors are DESPERATELY needed for Vauclain Hospital. These shut-ins DECEMBER 26th JANUARY 2nd JANUARY 9th have a double problem — alcoholism and TB - and are pathetically grateful for outside Dee C., Vista Merle C., Chula Vista Lois P., Encinitas help at their meetings. Mondays, 7:00 P.M. (Hospital & Institutional Committee now Harry C., Vista This lad from the 'futhest* Bill B., (Mr. Gracie B.) meets regularly, 1st Thursday of each month, 7:00 P.M., Alano Club.) There's real sound A.A. up south group in the county A swell gal from up the NEW YEAR'S DANCE: Details on Page 6. in the county, too. Come is highly recommended to coast, teamed with and hear this gal and boy start your New Year off (whoops!!) — our BLOOD BANK: Discussion tabled until next meeting. and see for yourself! well! "alcossociate". TO BE ELECTED NEXT MONTH: Woman member. Program Committee, 2 years sobriety. Chair: Ben J., Ramona Chair: GordonS., Chula Vista Chair: Grace B., Women's Steps: Rube (Curly) W., Vista Steps: Betty McM., " " Steps: Jane Bush NEXT MEETING: January 10th, 8:00 P.M., Alano Club. Ail outgoing officers, committees Hosts: National City Hosts: North Park Hosts: Ocean Beach and council members are invited to attend and meet with the next incumbents. JANUARY 16th: Chairman: Gordon S., Chula Vista Program to be announced later
ELECTION RESULTS; (Our leaders are but trusted servants, they do not govern..Trad. 2) Meeting list —(continued from back page) CHAIRMAN - COORDINATING COUNCIL: Bass B., North Park MEETINGS AT PATHFINDERS (Men's RehobilitQtion Center) 1223 12th Ave. a DAYTIME: Monday thru Friday 1:00 PM SATURDAY 2:00 PM ASST. CHAIRMAN - COORDINATING COUNCIL: Joe T., Coronado SUNDAY: 11:00 AM - TUESDAY 8:00 PM - THURSDAY 8:00 PM LATIN AMERICAN: Sunday 9:00 AM CHAIRMAN - PROGRAM COMMITTEE: Red H., Fri. Nite Men's SECRETARY - WEDNESDAY MEETING: Ann L., National City INSTITUTIONAL MEETINGS: (Conducted by volunteer A.A. members —Contact Central Office) MONDAY: Men's Psycho, County Hsspital - 1:30 PM BUSINESS COMMITTEE - (3): Richard McN., 20-40; Albert R., North Park; Melva (Mike) Women's Psycho, County Hosp. —1:00 PM or 7:00 PM A., Women's Group. U.S. Navy Retraining Command, Camp Elliott —7:15 PM (Lv. 1223 12th Ave. S.D. County Honor Camp, Viejos Grade ~ 7:15 PM ( 6:15 PM HOSPITAL & INSTITUTIONAL - (2): Ed S., Spring Valley; Louisa G., La Jolla Vaucloin Home, County Hospital (Tuberculosis Word) 7:00 PM
PUBLIC RELATIONS - (3): Bill K., Mission Hills; Mart C., Mission Bay; Eunice D., TUESDAY: Camp Moreno, Campo 7:00 PM Women's. George S., North Park (non-alcoholic) to serve os advisor with vote of thanks San Diego City Jail (Men) 7:30 PM from Council for past and future services. THURSDAY: San Diego City Joil (Women) 7:00 PM Women's Psycho, County Hospital —1:00 PM or 7:00 PM PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEMBER: George L., Fri. Nite Men's (to 6/30/57) SATURDAY: Stote of California, Minnewowa Honor Camp 7:00 PM - Lv. 1223 12th Ave. 6:00 PM EVERYBODY WELCOME - - * WHAT IS THE PROGRAM COMMITTEE? BIG CHRISTMAS PARTY Our Program Committee is of vital importance to all of A.A. It is rather like doing whole Preparations are well under way for the Associates' party, reports sale 12th Step work —as such it is done at a public meeting. Consequently careful con Edna H., Chairman. Santa will lead the show and big things are planned sideration of qualifications should be studied. Chairmen should be at ease both on the —a real surprise entertainment among them. Leatha H. is in charge of the * platform and with an audience, and a certain formality should govern this meeting. Wed raffle, and the water-color of Balboa Tower, beautifully framed (now on display nesday night speakers are the responsibility of the evening's Chairman and should be at the Alano Club) will be a special prize. Santa will supervise the exchange of gifts chosen with care, for at this meeting we may be the cause of some alcoholic's continuing (each man brings one for a man, each lady one for a lady - worth about $1). Plenty of with his drinking pattern or, by attraction, show him the way to recovery. This is o grave cake and coffee for all —be sure and bring your relatives and friends. Regulor Wednesday responsibility The Chairman, while he or she does not "run" the Committee, has meeting place, December 19th, 8:30 P.M. many duties, not the least of which is the chore of supervising the smooth functioning of ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE CENTRAL OFFICE. every Wednesday meeting during his term of office. Tradition-wise it is his obligation, with the constant and harmonious help of his Committee, to avert all violations of Tradi tion and good taste. In electing a new member for this Committee, let's not vote for Joe ALANO CLUB NOTES: The usual open house for all A.A.'s will be kept during the hol Blow because he is a good guy, but because he is qualified to represent AA at this idays. CHRISTMAS DAY the annual dinner party for Club members and their families will public meeting. - - - - By Helen G., former Program Committee Chairman. be under ihe able guidance of Juonita C. and new members of A.A. are also invited, cordially. Two more group-sponsored Saturday night parties were held in November — both 20—40 SAN DIEGO AREA ASSEMBLY .... and Mission Hills raised nice little sums for their groups at no expense to themselves. If your group hasn't signed up yet —investigate; it^s a real gone deal! Next one: Assoc You may still order the GRAPEVINE for Christmas giving-use the blank in the December iate's group, early in January. Check the date. issue. Every issue packed with provocative, interesting A.A. material —twelve times a year for only $2.50 I Check yourself and your group against the list below, using our yardstick of $2 per year AND WITHOUT A HANGOVER, TOO I ON NEW YEAR'S EVE. per member-how does it look? These were received thru our Central Office thru Dec. 2nd. Mary S., New Year's Dance Chairman and her committee are busy as GROUP 1955 19^6 GROUP 1955 1956 beavers these days. Tickets are being distributed to the groups and Alpine 23.00 9.76 Mission Bay 30.00 X yours will have 'em soon. For the small sum of $1.50 you get good dance Anonymous 6.00 8.00 Mission Hills 30.00 15.00 CENTRAL 167.78 84.00 National City 29.00 24.00 music by Dick Minor's Orchestra, entertainment, games, food and drink Chula Vista 20.00 40.00 North Park 60.00 55.00 (java and A.A. punch), plus the usual chance at important raffle prizes (one Coronado 20.00 20.00 Ocean Beach 16.00 2.00 will be a personal portable TV) and FREE chances to win valuable door Del Mar 10.00 40.00 Pacific Beach .... 35.00 prizes. Welcome 1957 with your A.A. friends at a memorable party —we'll Early Birds x 10.00 Rolando 38.00 5.00 East Son Diego 5.00 8.00 Romono 10.00 10.00
guarantee you'll even remember WHERE YOU WERE! MONDAY, DECEMBER El Cojon 10.00 5.00 Santee 5.00 X
31st, WAR MEMORIAL BUILDING. Fri. Men's 60.00 55.00 Sat. Y X 10.00 5th Ave. Women x 2.00 Spring Valley 25.00 15.00 Golden Hills 24.00 19.50 Sun. Y 7.50
Jewel of Hills X 5.00 12th Ave. 23.00 X Lakeside x 5.00 20-40 20.50 12.00 To greet 1957: Lemon Grove 12.00 2.00 Women's 75.00 100.00 La Jolla 25.00 40.00 Minnewawa 48.00 20.00 "I said to the man who stood at the gate of the Year, 'Give me a light that I may fare Linda Vista 10.00 TOTAL 802.28 forth safely into the darkness!' And he replied 'Put thine hand into the Hand of God, and 646.76 that will be for thee better than a tight and safer than a known way.' " December 26th will be credited in the 1957 World Directory. . . . AND A HAPPY, SOBER NEW YEAR'TO YOU ALL FROM YE EDITORS. THE CENTRAL OFFICE - our A.A. lifeline: CENTRAL OFFICE FINANCIAL REPORT GROUP CONTRIBUTIONS
For a second month, the office report shows a surplus - this time thanks to the Banquet Mo. of Year Mo. of Year proceeds turned over by the Program Committee. (October's was accounted for by the Group November To Date Group November To Date Women's Dance.) Group contributions were up a little, too. Let's try and keep that red Alpine 10.00 ... 15.00 105.00 ink out of every future report! Chula Visto 298.75 Mission Hills. ... 10.00 145.00 Cloy Street 10.00 ... 10.00 100.00 Coronodo- 10.00 110.00 North Park ... 60.00 507.00 January starts another year for BUCK-A-MONTH; if you hove been a subscriber a new Del Mar 40.00 197.02 Ocean Beach .. 5.00 58.00 Early Birds 10.00 107.00 Pacific Beach 5.00 70.00 form will be mailed to you — if you haven't been, call the office and put your name on E. San Diego 10.00 50.00 Ramona 5.00 the list for this simple personal method of keeping the A.A. door open FOR THOSE WHO El Cajon 5.00 15.00 Rolando ... 10.00 137.50 Encinitas 5.00 Santee 35.00 STILL DON'T KNOW. Fri. Men* s 70.00 515.00 Sat. Y 15.00 Golden Hills 8.00 82.00 Spring Valley•• 4.71 86.76 How about a "Big Book" or "12 Steps & 12 Traditions" for Xmas gifts to your A.A. Hill crest 10.00 Sun. Y 32.50 La Jolla 20.00 220.00 12th Ave 5.00 63.00 friends? Each purchase also helps in a small way to support our world-wide Headquarters Lemon Grove 20.00 179.00 20-40 5.00 75.00 Lakeside 3.00 Vista 55.00 (50
NOVEMBER FINANCIAL REPORT / Ini Expense Group Contributions 380.71 Rent & Office 167.57 Buck-o-Month .... 67.50 Secretorial 355.00 .... 270.20 Miscellaneaus 18.25 Coordinator Account...... 5.00 Coordinator Acct 102.75 Books & Literature .... 12.25 TEN YEARS: Lydia C. ONE YEAR: Vernon C, Chula Vista 643.57 Mary G., North Park 735.66 FIVE YEARS: James S., Ramona Polly W., Mission Hills GAIN .. $92.09
SPECIAL MEETING, JANUARY 17th: for ALL GROUP SECRETARIES ABOUT YOUR A.A. "COORDINATOR' us, that is Group secretaries are the chief links between their groups and the Central Office. In formation regarding area groups and members, special events, 12th Step call, sobriety The total of $48.15 contributed in two months to help us pay our way, just WON'T do it, I tokens, birthday cakes, authorized literature, buck-a-month, group support of Central brethern and sistern! Unless more substantial appreciation - money, that is - before the Office and N.Y. Foundation, not only reaches the membership thru these secretaries, but end of December is forthcoming, we fear that Council will look at the balance sheet with the secretaries handle the details of these activities at group level. a jaundiced eye, come January. Periodic meetings of all interested secretaries were recently recommended by the Co ordinating Council and the first one will be held on Thursday January 17th at 7:30 P.M. WEDNESDAY PROGRAM NOTE: Those who were disappointed when Helen G. and Bill at the Alano Club, Howard S., C.O. Secretary, presiding. ALL GROUP SECRETARIES K. were "bumped" for an out-of-town speaker on December 5th, will be glad to hear they ARE URGED TO ATTEND. are scheduled to speak as a team early next year.
This is the lost month you can show your approval of your "Coordinator" in the 8-page When judging a friend, remember he too is judging you form by contributions to the office earmarked for its cost. with the some god-like ond superior impartiality!