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Contents Arthur Troop Harold Litwin Officer Reports 1914-2000 IPA U.S. Section President Bob Killen ...... 4 IPA Founder Founder 1st Vice President Kenn Morton ...... 5 2nd Vice President Steve Livingston ...... 5 U.S. National Officers 3rd Vice President Richard Resling ...... 5 Secretary General Richard Nevarez ...... 6 President - Bob Killen Treasurer Kevin Gordon ...... 17 Miami Gardens Police Department Articles (Broward County Sheriff, Retired) A German in Texas ...... 8 [email protected] Memorial ...... 9 Norway Comes to Milwaukee ...... 16 1st Vice President - Kenn Morton IPA Italy News ...... 19 [email protected] An IPA Memory ...... 23 Region 43 in France ...... 24 2nd Vice President - Steve Livingston Scotland Friendship Week ...... 29 Columbus, OH Police Department Arthur Troop Scholarship ...... 34 [email protected] Regular Features 3rd Vice President - Richard Resling Hobbies ...... 11 [email protected] Collectors & Pen Pals ...... 13 Travel Accomodations & Discounts ...... 20 Secretary General - Richard Nevarez Don’s RV Corner ...... 27 Los Angeles Police Department, Retired Classified Advertising ...... 28 [email protected] New Members ...... 32 US and World Trivia ...... 34 Treasurer - Kevin Gordon Mascoutah, IL Police Department, Retired [email protected] On the Cover Yosemite Falls is the highest measured waterfall in North America. Located in Yosemite National Park in the Sierra International Officers Nevada of California, it is a major attraction in the park, especially in late President - Michael Odysseos spring when the water flow is at its peak. 1st Vice President - Daniel Condaminas The total 739 metres (2,425 ft) from the top of the upper falls to the base of the lower 2nd Vice President - Julianna Papne Vegso falls qualifies Yosemite Falls as the sixth 3rd Vice President - Gal Sharon highest waterfall in the world. Secretary General - Georgios Katsaropoulos Assistant Secretary General - Stephen Crockard Treasurer - Pierre-Martin Moulin IPA International Administration Center Website: www.ipa-iac.org Assistant Treasurer - Romain Miny U.S. IPA Website: www.ipa-usa.org

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 3 Message from President Bob Killen Appointed U.S. Positions The NDC went well to the great dedication of Region 24 in getting it organized. The NDC was a joint con- Supply Officer Kevin Gordon ference with Canada, and I received high praise from [email protected] them, in what a great conference it was. As you know, many years ago it was a brain-storm of the Presidents, IPA Youth Exchange Officer & U.S. Section Youth School Exchange Program Mike Lynch (USA), and Phil Bailey (Canada) to have Barbara Piirinen a joint conference every 5 years. In talking to the new [email protected] Canada President, they are already planning for the next in 2015 (Canada). Regional Electronic Mail Network Many of us went on the Alaska Cruise and it also went well, as I re- Mike Bazzell ceived no complainants. Lots of great scenery and food. [email protected] The NEC will be meeting in December (Rem-Net was sent out) by Webmaster Steve, informing of the date and venue and once again all are welcomed Mike Bazzell to sit in on it (December 7, 2010). We will be discussing many issues, [email protected] old and new and if any Region has anything that needs to be addressed Handbook Coordinator feel free to contact me with it, so I can place it on the agenda. One reason Steve Livingston for us to be there (Alquerberque) is to meet potential new region mem- [email protected] bers. Region 25 covers that area and has been work to form a new region International Commission for there. But we also will be discussing the 50th Anniversary in 2012. We External Relations (ERC) will hopefully finalize all the final costs. While many of you have volun- Tony Mok teered for the various committees, and it is documentated, I once again [email protected] will contact you the end of September to get started. Hugh Brien This is election year in many regions, and I wish all the candidates [email protected] luck. So Stevie will be busy making handbook changes and/or updates Blue Knights Liaison sometime the end of the year. Mike Bazzell, the Web Site guru will be Pending ending his tenure as such on January 1, 2011, and will be sorely missed. NEC Recording Secretary He has done a great job. Diane MacGregor Just a reminder once again, the IPA NEWS is still sent out 4 times a [email protected] year; but the 1st and 3rd issue will be Hard copies, while the 2nd and 4th Membership Secretary will be electronically. This was done because of the high costs maintain- Diane MacGregor ing it and dwindling membership numbers. All issues can be reviewed [email protected] on the IPA Web Site. IPA USA News Managing Editor Jim Pola [email protected]

Correction IPA Member Nations Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Page 23 of the IPA-USA News (Summer 2010) incorrectly iden- Botswana, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, tified Michael D’Ambrosio, Jr. as an original member still with Finland, France, Gabon, Germany, Gibraltar, Great us when in fact Michael departed this world two years ago. His Britain, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, memory lives on as a member of Region 3, IPA number 184. The Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Latvia, Lesotho, IPA USA board sends its regrets to Michael’s family, friends and Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, Mozambique, Netherlands, New Zealand, Region 3 for this error. Norway, Pakistan, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United States. There is a new email address to send any and all changes to: Changes@ipa- Sections in Foundation: Macau SAR usa.org. This email will go to every NEC member and allow us to simul- taneously receive your new updates to officers, address changes, email changes, phone, Board, etc changes. No longer do you need to figure out IPA - Over 310,000 Members whom to send something to – [email protected] will take care of ev- eryone at one time! in Over 50 Nations

4 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 Message from 1st Vice President Message from 3rd Vice President Kenn Morton Richard Resling Well summer is almost gone, I hope you Here we are again writing an article for all had a good one. We here in Southern the IPA News. I hope each of you have had Arizona are waiting for the cooler weather. a safe and memorable summer. I have found When you read this my wife and I will be on myself wondering where my summer went a much anticipated road vacation in the East and then I recall I have been moving fast dur- and South. We will be visiting IPA members ing most of it. I got off my Semester at Sea in Texas, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Virginia. We are leaving Tuc- voyage in Halifax and returned to Colorado in June. I rode in son on Sept 7th and the fi rst 10 days or so are scheduled, but my annual backcountry horse ride with 163 guys over Pikes after that we are open to suggestions or assistance. If you Peak. In July, I went back to our seasonal home in British have any IPA functions around that time let me know. I will Columbia and hosted my niece and family for a week. We have my laptop and cell phone with me, [email protected] fl ew back to Colorado for some events. And returned to Can- and 707 815-2375. Hope to meet many of you. You can see ada with my wife’s parents for 10 days. We ran them down by where we are going we will pass through many regions. to Seattle to fl y home and visited with a couple of Region 24 We continue to have problems contacting regions and members. We drove back to Colorado for Labor Day. members. Check the IPA Handbook and see if your infor- Here in Colorado, Region 17 has been busy with our annual mation is correct. This is important primarily for travel pur- summer BBQ and several foreign visitors. We have reinstat- poses but is used by members for personal contacts as well. ed our monthly lunches to have a regular event for members If you need to make a change just go to our website, ipa-usa. to socialize. I will host a couple from Brugge, Belgium in org and click on contact us. Or just send the information to: September to reciprocate for their generous hospitality when [email protected] this will then go to the NEC and others I met them in 2005 on a Semester at Sea stop in Antwerp. so that the handbook can be corrected. Also while your there The NEC has stayed in regular contact over business is- sign up for REMNET, it is the best and easiest way to keep sues and issues leading up to the IEC in Paris. The NEC has up with current events within the IPA. scheduled a meeting in Albuquerque, NM to hopefully pro- The 2011 NDC is being hosted by R 25 and I am sure will mote a new region for them and to sit face to face and handle be a great one. Make plans to attend, you won’t be sorry. Also an all-day agenda. the US Section will be celebrating our 50th Anniversary in The retention and recruiting of members remains a high 2012, we are working on that now. priority for the NEC. Please continue to look in your local As always feel free to contact me with any questions or if I areas for those opportunities to enroll members. I wish every- can be of any assistance. Thank you for your support. one the best as we enter the fall season.

Message from 2nd Vice President Steve Livingston IPA Luxembourg 50th Anniversary May 19-22, 2011 Unavailable at press time Participation fee per person in double room: 350.- Euro / single room: 450.- Euro (included three nights with breakfast, one lunch, one dinner and one gala-dinner, transfers and entrances) The inscription form must be sent in before December 31st, 2010 to the address mentioned above. A written con- fi rmation will be send upon receipt of inscription. Upon receipt of confi rmation, advance payment of 150.- Euro per person in double room or 150.- Euro in single room must be made by transfer to account No IBAN LU90 1111 0511 The Badge of Life Police Suicide Prevention 1189 0000 / CODE BIC CCPLLULL in favour of the International Police As- sociation – Luxembourg Section before January 31st, 2011. Late payments The Badge of Life is a nonprofi t, charitable, will not be accepted. Final payment must be made before March 31st, 2011. non-political, non-religious organization. All our Transfer fees are at charge of participant Please note that transfer fees are services are free. note reimbursed. The number of participants is limited. Group participants are not admitted and only participation to the integral program will be allowed. Our mental health programs are nothing new in the world of mental health--they simply aren’t being practiced by law enforcement.. www.badgeofl ife.com

A Psychological Survival Plan for Police Offi cers

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 5 Message from Secretary General The Harold Litwin Sr. Scholarship is a program for college Richard Nevarez students (Children or Grandchildren) of U.S. Section IPA members. There are four $500.00 scholarships awarded each As your elected Secretary General one of year. The student has to apply with a recent school transcript my main functions is to compile and main- showing they have completed one semester of study. Grades tain the record of events that occur in the are not taken into consideration. The applications must be U.S. Section. The U.S. Section is made up submitted no later that March 1, 2011 and are reviewed and of 51 active Regions. The Regions are run the selection made by a committee. autonomously with individual bylaws and Next years NDC will be held in Phoenix Arizona (October rules; they each have their own elected officers. Most of the Re- 15-19). The hosting region is Region 25 and they are putting gions have scheduled social events and some publish newslet- together a fantastic NDC, to see a preview of this event go to ters which keep their members informed. As I have to maintain their website www.ipa-usa-region25.org . I look forward to these records for a yearly report to International I am asking seeing all 51 Regions represented at the 2011 NDC. the regions to include me in their Regional communications. According to our National By-laws this is an election year for the Regions. Please ensure that the NEC receives any updated information regarding your elections as all changes have to be recorded in the USA Handbook. All the members WEBMASTER NEEDED! of the National Board are making themselves available to The US IPA is need of a new webmaster; Mike Bazzell those Regions near them to swear in the newly elected Re- gional Officers. If you would like them to do this please con- is stepping down at the end of the year to move on to tact them with dates and places. bigger and better things in the private sector!! As such, This publication (USA IPA News) is the second one that we would like to bring on a new webmaster around is being sent out electronically. I have not received any com- October 1st this year to work side-by-side with Mike ments pro or con regarding the first electronic issue. We de- transitioning through the end of the year and get up cided to do this to save money on printing and mailing costs, to speed; the new webmaster will then take it all on but we don’t want to forget an important rule of any organi- January 1st 2011. zation and that is communicating with their members. Let your National Officers know if this form of communication The new webmaster must be familiar with web design, is effective. maintenance, development, research, and more. The The National Gimborn Scholarship and the Arthur Troop webmaster is responsible for the US IPA website (www. Scholarship final filing date was August 1, and we only had ipa-usa.org) and associated Regional websites. While four apply (two members applied for both). These scholar- a lot of the job is simply hosting already existing con- ships offer a wide variety of training seminars for the younger tent, candidates should expect to be asked to develop working members of our organization. Somehow the word is new ideas and directions for all the sites as time goes not reaching these younger officers; it is up to the Regions to by. Candidates need to provide a resume/curriculum let them know these scholarships exist. And up to the work- vitae/references to 2VP Steve Livingston at 2VP@ipa- ing officer to apply for them, I mention them in almost every Newsletter. The applications for the Arthur Troop Scholar- usa.org by September 1st. Any questions should, also, ships were reviewed and sent to the International Board for be directed to Steve. Please keep in mind friends and selection. The applications for the National Gimborn Schol- family members who may have experience in this field arship were reviewed by our Scholarship committee and a also. Thank you and BE SAFE! selection was made. The winner of the Gimborn Scholarship Year 2011 is Scott Barthelmass from Region 8, he is a work- ing Officer with the Overland Police Department in North St. Louis County (Missouri). Congratulations Scott, we look ARTICLE SUBMISSION GUIDELINES forward seeing your report. (with pictures!) • Members are encouraged to submit articles for publication, but There is a lot of interest in next years Youth Gathering, cannot be guaranteed that all articles will be published. which will be held in Ireland 2011. Unfortunately I won’t • Articles must be in the general interest of the IPA membership, have any information regarding this event until after the 2010 such as travel with an IPA theme, region activities, etc. IEC in France. Only be two youths (age 16 or 17) from the • Articles should be 1-2 pages including photos. A Word document is acceptable. Photos should be high resolution for best printing results. United States are accepted to attend. Since there will only be • It is the responsibility of the member submitting article to have it two who may attend the Youth Gathering the selection will formatted and ready to print, such as a Word document with be done by a lottery. I will forward the information regard- photos inserted into text.Professional assistance is availalbe for a fee. ing the Youth Gathering 2011 to all the Regions as soon as I • Please contact the editor with questions [email protected]. receive it.

6 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 Message from National fee of $375 has been discussed. I stress that the executive board Treasurer Kevin Gordon is still reviewing all this and prices have not yet been finalized. We want our 50th Anniversary to be attended by as many Renewal bills will be going out in Octo- members as possible and we are working to make it as avail- ber. We may try something new this year able and affordable as possible. Please call me or email me and use our billing company to also collect your thoughts. the funds. This has to be discussed more As always, any questions contact me and remember, “May- by the national board but it would simplify berry says thanks, and Happy Motoring” things greatly at our end as well as speed up response. It would not change anything at the membership end other than renewals would be mailed to a different address. We need your suggestions. We are still looking to ob- tain grants and/or foundation gifts that would help us obtain IPA CALENDAR OF EVENTS scholarship funds to expand our scholarship areas. We pres- ently provide one scholarship each year for a US member 2010 to attend training at the IPA Training Conference Center USA: “Cajun Country & the Great River Road.” Re- near Cologne, Germany. We also provide several small cash gion 57 is organising a motor coach trip from St. Louis awards annually for attendance at US colleges. If you have to New Orleans, which will take place from 10th to any ideas or suggestions or know contact info of someone 16th November 2010. who may be able to help, please let me know. We are also AUSTRIA: You are invited to an event to celebrate looking for grants, foundation gifts and donations to assist in the 23rd IPA Krampus party and also the 25th anniver- our 50th Anniversary event. sary of IPA Upper Carinthia from 3rd to 5th December Your thoughts on our 50th event are also certainly wel- 2010. come. The goal is to provide our normal national conference (NDC) followed by a 50th Anniversary event while keeping 2011 both affordable to all members. I recently requested the na- AUSTRIA: The IPA Ski Week 2011 will take place tional board cut off one day of the original anniversary event from 29th January to 5th February 2011. schedule to make it more affordable. Using this modified USA: The 3rd Texas Friendship Week Cruise, planned schedule makes the anniversary event a 4 night (N), 3-day for 27th February – 6th March 2011. (D) event instead of the 5N-4D originally planned. Anyone FRANCE: First Women’s International Police Foot- who wants to stay longer can and we can make sure they ball Tournament will be held from 14 to 18 March 2011. have tour contacts etc. We can also make sure we help our foreign visitors in their continuing visit to wherever else they NEW ZEALAND: A Friendship Week will be held are headed in the US. from the 5th to 14th April 2011. We are presently looking at an event that will have the na- SLOVENIA: Section Slovenia will celebrate its 20th tional board (NEC) meeting on a Thursday and the national anniversary. You are invited to join the celebrations conference (NDC) will be held on a Friday. The pricing dis- from 21st to 24th April 2011. cussed for the anniversary event at the June NDC was $750 LUXEMBOURG: Advance notice is given that the per person (included lodging) or $1500 per couple plus trans- 50th anniversary celebrations of Section Luxembourg portation. It would require an additional several hundred dol- will take place from 19th to 22nd May 2011. Further lars for registration and lodging for those who wish to attend information will be provided at a later date. the NDC also. CANADA: Section Canada will host a Friendship To keep it affordable for members, one recommendation is Week to celebrate its 50th anniversary, from 4th to not to hold a full NDC as usual but to make it a one day meet- 13th June 2011. ing that flows into the anniversary event. If we go this route, UK: To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the Ayrshire the NDC will be just a Friday meeting followed by hospitality Branch (Scotland) will host a Friendship Week from instead of the typical end banquet. That hospitality will also 6th to 13th August 2011. be the welcome hospitality for those attending the anniver- sary event so it will allow those who can only attend the NDC 2012 to meet and greet those arriving for the anniversary event. I CANADA: Advance notice is given of the next Rocky think that will make all our US folks feel a part of the event Mountain Tour, which is being planned for June 2012. even if they can’t stay for it. My recommendation is not to charge any registration fee for the NDC meeting so the only additional cost for NDC attendees who also attend the anni- versary event will be one additional night hotel. Rooms are available for about 135 (includes tax etc) and a registration

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 7 A German in Texas Mary J. Jones, Region 36 Secretary

From June 3 through June 20, German IPA member Captain Tom Dettke, Dusseldorf, Germany, National Police, was visiting in Houston. This was his first time in the United States. I took him to the Houston Police Department’s Air Support Division, where he met Senior Police Officers and Pilots, Larry Kroesche and David Slade, who explained the mission of the Air Support Division, while taking him on a tour of the facilities and aircraft. Larry and David presented him with an Air Support baseball cap and shoulder patch. Tom in turn presented them with police memorabilia from his agency. They then invited us for lunch at Central BBQ on Airport Boulevard. While at the Air Support Division, we met several officers assigned to the Solo Motorcycle Detail. Senior Police Officer A. J. Reyes, invited Tom to visit him at the Solo Office the following day, however, Officer Reyes’ assignment prevented this from taking place. Officer Reyes gave Tom a Solo Motor- cycle Detail baseball cap, and Tom gave him German Police memorabilia. Tom and his girlfriend visited Susan and me at our home in Huntsville, where he presented me with a German Police Officer’s cap, shoulder patch, and large beer mug, and I pre- sented him with a Houston Police Department baseball cap and shoulder patch. We took them to lunch at the Farm House Res- taurant, where we had a good time while eating our country style food. Several days later, 1st Vice President Allen Rogers, and his lovely wife, Mary Jane, hosted a reception for Tom and his girl- Above: Tom and his girlfriend friend, at their beautiful Italian Villa in Pearland. In addition to Below: IPA reception for the German visitors the host and hostess, this event was attended by Susan and me, IPA member (also a member of IPA West Midlands, England) Karl Martin, and approximately 12 of Allen’s neighbors. All in attendance tremendously enjoyed the outstanding hospitality, food and conversation. Tom returned to Huntsville where I took him on a tour of the Texas Prison Museum. I also took him to the Walker county Sheriff’s Office, where he met Sheriff Clint McRae, who pres- ent him with Walker County Uniform Shirt Patches, and he pre- sented Sheriff McRae with German Police memorabilia. Tom has returned home and recently advised in an e-mail that he and his girlfriend had a great time visiting in Houston, and was amazed at the warmth and friendliness exhibited by the Texans he met. He stated that he would like to extend an invita- tion for Texas IPA members to visit in Dusseldorf. Region 57 Travel Raffle The Region 57, 2010 “Travel Raffle” is in full swing. Winners will be announced in the next issue. Winners will be notified right after the drawing on Oct. 16. Winners will also be posted on the Region 57 web site www.ipa-usa.org/region57. All prof- its from this drawing are used to provide scholarships in the region 57 area community colleges. We appreciate the incredible support shown by the IPA US members across the country on this scholarship fund raiser. This is our effort to support the next generation of police officers while also supporting the next generation of IPA members! A correction: The letter sent with the tickets correctly stated the drawing date of Oct 16 and drawing location of the R57 meeting. The tickets also provided the correct drawing date but said “during the NDC” because the printer did not change that from last year’s ticket. Sorry for any confusion. The drawing will be the 16th and at the regular R57 meeting.

8 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 Memorial to a Very Special Person Jim Carroll, IPA-USA Associate Secretary to Mexico

Every once in a while we look back upon some of our Heroes and want to reiterate some of what we said about their passing our way. About six years ago we lost one of them and it seems fitting that we recall his being among us. Back on July 26th of 2004 the IPA lost a tireless worker from its force. He was the Mexican Section’s IEC Representative, Captain Roberto Sanchez-Osorio, who was born in Tijuana , Baja California , Mexico , on February 11th, 1947. At the age of 14 he filled the need to offer his help as a public servant. Roberto became a member of the Transit Educa- tion Division and eventually reached the rank of Honorary Sub Commander. On October 25th, 1965, before the age of 19, by decree of then Mayor Lidelfonso Velasquez, our hero became a member of the Tijuana Police Force. In only a few months, in recognition of his efforts, he was named head coordinator of Police Transit Education. In January of 1976 Chief of Police, Cesar Gutierrez, appointed Roberto Sanchez-Osorio to the rank of Captain. Captain Sanchez-Osorio’s bilingual abilities helped him become a part of the Police Tourism Division, a charge he grew to love, and of which he became an important part, to the point of receiving special recognition from several North American authorities. He’s a graduate of the Delinquency Control Institute (DCI) in Long Beach, California . Thanks to his innate ability and tireless spirit, Roberto was awarded the task as Chief of Public Relations in the Public Safety Office under the city’s Police Commissioner. Roberto’s presence was known, and admired, throughout the five Public Safety Departments in Tijuana and he often was given the role as speaker at countless meetings, official public ceremonies, special banquets, DARE programs, as well as me- morials for officers lost in the line of duty. In 1982 Roberto was a “founding Father” of IPA Mexico. attending the IEC in Wiesbaden, Germany. Over the years since that time Roberto took it upon himself to prepare all arrangements for visiting IPA members and groups from around the IPA World, making them feel as welcome as can be and providing the best his city of two plus Million had to offer. Each was a never-to-be-forgotten event for all concerned! Even with all the work of his position in the Police Department and the IPA, he still took time over the years to be President of “Brazos Abiertos” (Open Arms), an organization that was founded by “Mother Antonia”, to help Widows and Children of Officers lost in the line of duty. Roberto Sanchez-Osorio left behind a loving wife, Alma Lecouma, his partner ever since his becoming a part of the Police Force, and two sons, Juan Pablo and Jose Guillermo. IPA Mexico officially recognized Alma by naming her their first, and so far only, Lifetime Honorary Member! She teaches English at a Parochial School in Tijuana and both of their sons are now College Graduates. All three of them are proud of Roberto for every-thing of which he was a part and for what he stood, including his beliefs and his unselfish character. Every IPA member around the world who ever came in contact with this very special man remembers him and still sorely misses his presence. May Roberto Sanchez-Osorio continue to rest in eternal peace. attention challenge coin collectors! Available from The 2010 NDC coin is available Treasurer Kevin Gordon while they last. The coin has the (618) 566-8844 IPA logo on the reverse as all the NDC coins. The logo of Region 24 [email protected] is on the obverse.The Canada Sec- tion 50th Anniversary Coins are also available in limited number. These have the Canadian IPA logo on the reverse and a picture of Charles Wright on the obverse. Charles is the founder of the Canadian Section and was very instrumental in the forma- tion of the US Section. 50th Anniversary Challenge Coin from Canada

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 9 IPA Region 12 Friendship Cruise

7 Night New England/Canada cruise on Royal Caribbean Jewel of the Seas Sailing round trip from Boston, Massachusetts Boston, Massachusetts Portland, Maine Bar Harbor, Maine��������������������������������������������������������������������� Saint John, New������������������������� Brunswick ���������������������������������������������� ��������������������������������������� Halifax, Nova��������������������������������������������������������� Scotia ���������������������������������������� Boston, Massachusetts Inside Stateroom (Category N): $800.34 pp Outside stateroomORIGINAL (Category H) TAXI : $940.34 WALLET™ pp - $15 (note:Balcony check stateroom: the internet $1250.34 and pp you’ll find these wallets sell for $40-50)

There will be a $75 per cabin shipboard credit included.

Prices include all taxes, port fees and government fees. We will have anytime dining. Prepaid gratuities are required and will be an additional $68.25 pp. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Passports are required. Travel insur- ance, pre/post hotel stays, airfare and tours are available through Yankee Travel upon request.

For more information, contact Shariah Landry, President, IPA Region 12 at [email protected].

To make your reservation, contact Marion Thomas at Yankee Travel, Inc. at [email protected] or at 1-800-966-9056 October 1-8, 2011

new ipa items for NYLONsale PASSPORT NECK WALLET - $5 To purchase visit http://www.ipa-usa.org/forms.html Original Taxi Wallet™ Nylon Passport (Imprinted with the IPA Logo) Neck Wallet (Imprinted with the IPA Logo) $1500 $500

10 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 National Hobby Officer: IPA HOBBIES J.J. Sullivan

Unusual Titles The picture of the badge and I D card have at least one thing in common. That is they both have old and unusual titles. I’m familiar with such naval terms as: Master at Arms, Police Petty Offi cer and Shore Patrol. Until I obtained this star badge I had never heard of the title: “Shipkeeper”. Checking several dictionaries did not help as the word was not listed in any of them. I did fi nd out the following information. A Shipkeeper was a civilian who was in charge of a ship’s safety and upkeep. However, he may have been a sailor too. So this meant he had to safeguard the ship and it’s contents from theft and do necessary mainte- nance. This would keep that person quite busy. In some cases, a Shipkeeper would have responsibility for more than one ship. Now the nice news. The person who worn this badge was stationed, or lived, in Hawaii.The H.I. stands for the Hawaiian Islands. Before Hawaii became one of the United States it was a Terri- tory. Judging from this infor- mation and the old brass sad- dle pin on its back, I would say that this badge was in use before W W 2. Exactly when I don’t know. It is quite an in- teresting badge and one that I treasure. Hopefully, more information will turn up. You have heard of patrolman, patrolwoman, sergeant, but Post Warden? There was such a title in the New York City Police Department during the Second World War. If you look at the picture you’ll see this title.The actual card is salmon colored with a green NYCPD Seal and has the picture and signature of Louis Schneider. The printing is in black and has the printed signature of the Police Commissioner. Lewis J. Valentine served in that position from 1934 until 1945. Since the card is not dated, I used his service time to do so. The back of the card is numbered. I guess it was a control number. The front has information stating that it was from the Air Raid Protection Service. The 63 Precinct was the area where Louis Schneider patrolled. This precinct was located in the Bay Ridge section of Brooklyn. It no longer exists as it was torn down many years ago. Other information has the zone number, the sector and his post. I assume the title eventually became Air Warden, but I’m not certain. It is interesting to note that the U S mainland was bombed by a Japanese airplane during the war but this news was kept out of the quite for many years. The possibility of German planes reaching our shore was a factor in having an air raid protection defense. In 1931 Italian General Italo Balbo successfully fl ew across the Atlantic to the United States. Mystery, history and a never ending search for interesting items. I enjoy collecting.

FOR SALE: 1/24 Scale Model Police Car Collection. Set of 6 different Italian police cars (2 in box) - $185. Set of 2 LA Sheriff Chevy/Ford - $38. Set of 10 Code 3 brand US police cars - $250. 1 CHP Ford - $20. Discount for purchase of entire collection. Contact IPA Region 6 member Roger Chien at [email protected].

Please send hobby listings and requests for pen pals, etc. to J.J. Sullivan at [email protected]

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 11 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR CELEBRATION

Come join IPA Canada in Celebrating its 50th Anniversary June 4-14, 2011 IPA Canada is proud to offer you the opportunity to visit all that Ontario has to offer!

We are inviting you to a 10 day tour which includes visits to London (home of our founder), dinner overlooking the natural beauty of Niagra Falls, and the sites of Toronto, Ontario’s capitol. All these sights and more, along with the warm hospi- tality of canada, awaits you. The tour begins on Saturday, June 4, 2011 following the IPA Canada AGM in London, Ontario and concludes on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 in Toronto. The cost for this all-inclusive tour is only $1,900 (Canadian) per person, double occupancy and $2,400 (Canadian) per preson, single occupancy The tour is open to the fi rst 54 people who register. We hope to see you there! Information: Larry Sheppard: 1 (289) 286-0141 or [email protected]

There is a new email address to send any and all changes to: Changes@ipa- Historian’s Report usa.org. This email will go to every NEC member and allow us to simultane- by Kevin Gordon ously receive your new updates to offi cers, address changes, email changes, phone, Board, etc changes. No longer do you need to fi gure out whom to send I Found this while something to – [email protected] will take care of everyone at one time! reviewing old IPA magazines in a 1988 issue. Wonder where IPA Historic Boston & Salem that gun is now? Departing from Long Island, NY May 6-9, 2011 Visit iparegion15.com for details

12 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 COLLECTORS & PEN PALS

FOREIGN COLLECTORS UK: IPA member, police offi cer Mark Tasker (Hertfordshire Police) collects insignias and would like contact with collector Belgium: Koen Geeraert, a member of IPA in Belgium, groups. Contact him through www.dogacademy.co.uk. collects police hats/caps and shirts from all over the USA. His address is Tien Geboden 12, 8200 Brugge, Belgium. Email is [email protected]. U.S. COLLECTORS Monty McCord-IPA Reg.4 (Retired Lt. Hastings, Nebr. Po- France: Dominique Bernard, a French policeman of lice Dept.) is adding to his collection of international police Compagnie Republicaine de Securite (CRS Police Nationale) breast and hat badges, and patches. Would like to estab- and a member of IPA delegation de Paris, is starting a lish trading/collector friends worldwide. Interested in ALL collection and wants to make contact with British, Canadian, COUNTRIES (& especially Russian police breast badges). American and Australian police offi cers. He would like to Have badges/patches for trade and can send email photos. exchange hats, badges and uniforms. Contact Dominique Contact Monty at [email protected]. Bernard at [email protected]. I have a large collection of US and international police Germany: Police posters wanted: I am Hermann patches, hats, badges, uniforms, and other items. I want Backfi sch, a German IPA police offi cer. I teach a special to donate them to a police agency or organization that English teaching program and I am looking to decorate our will appropriately display them. Please contact me, Gene classroom and to motivate the colleagues in it and thought Friedman R-43 at [email protected]. it would be a good idea to put some posters of English speaking police forces onour walls. I would like to ask Thomas W. Bickta, retired PA State Police Sergeant, collects old if it would be possible to get some brochures, posters or fountain pens, particularly Mont Blanc, Pelikan, Omas, Parker, other available material about the US police forces. If and Waterman. Can trade police patches/items or purchase. you could please send any material to Hermann Backfi sch, Please E-mail at [email protected] or call 443.424.2582. Bundespolizeiinspektion Mannheim Hochuferstr 34; D- 68167, Mannheim Germany or to my home address, Hermann I have a large collection of US and international police patches, Backfi sh, Ernst-Rehm-Str. 7; D-69124 Heidelberg Germany hats, badges, uniforms, and other items. I want to donate them Thanks in advance, sincerely, Hermann Backfi sch, e-mail to a police agency or organization that will appropriately [email protected]. display them. Please contact me at [email protected]. Gene Friedman, Region 43. Germany: My name is Andreas Fuchs and I am a police offi cer in Berlin and an IPA member. Our daughter, Dhana, Retired MO State Trooper and USAF/OSI Special Agent. Looking to trade Police Patches, etc. from all over the world. attended Bard College in the US. I would like to trade German I have 10,500 from 160 countries. Contact http://bschure597. police items for US police items with other US collectors. tripod.com, Region #8, St. Louis, Missouri, Host Offi cer and Contact me at [email protected]. A.S. for Germany.

Greece: I am member of the Greece rural police and also a My name is Howard Luckhardt and I am a retired police member of IPA-Greece. I have a hobby, collecting berets of offi cer from New York now residing in Texas. I am a collector the police of the whole world to show in my Police offi ce. I of police patches, badges and hats and would like to do have started with the collection of police patches some time some trading with police offi cers from state police agencies ago and I now want to enlarge my collection of police patches. throughout the country as well as police offi cers from major IPA Historic Boston & Salem I would like to ask you if it is possible to send me a patch US cities and state capitol police departments. Please contact of your department such or badges, caps and especially hats me at [email protected]. I look forward to trading with you. and blouses. I would be very honored and proud if you had the possibility to help me in that quest. Thank you very much. My name is Jacek Michalkowski, I am a Polish Police Of- Raptis Sotiris E-mail: [email protected]. fi cer, IPA member and a chairman of Polish Police Collectors Club. I am collecting IPA pins from different countries. View Italy: Maurizio Di Iulio is a collector of police items (caps, my collection on site www.jackpolice.eu. If you are interested badges, patches, police band CDs) and stamps. He would like to in exchanging pins contact me at [email protected] increase his collection and to have contact with local IPA members interested in an exchange of items. [email protected]. continued on page 14

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 13 Collectors & Pen Pals..... South Africa: Dale Smith is a South African member living continued from page 13 in Paraguay. He is looking for penpals from the US. Dale Smith, Post Office Hohenau II, Itapua, Republic of Paraguay, PEN PALS WANTED South America. France: Police Captain Corinne Deslandes seeks an IPA pen pal in New York. [email protected]. Spain: Michel would like to email with English speaking officers from anywhere to improve his English. You’ll have a France: Martine Piguel, IPA member from France would friend in Spain. Email: [email protected]. like to correspond with member in US to be able to get to know more about the US. E-mail at [email protected]. Sweden: My name is Lena Petersson. I am an IPA member and have been a policewoman for 18 years. I’m looking forpolice France: My name is Lionel BARRIEU. I am a (French) officers who might have a 12 year old son into ice hockey for Police captain in Gascony, Auch (National Police) seeking future hockey games together. I also have a 9 year old daughter contacts for my son, Martin. He is twelve years old and he into iceskating and soccer. I work in the south of Sweden. is learning English at school. He wants an American pen pal Email: [email protected]. to improve his English. That friend could also speak French. We live in the S.W. of France, near Toulouse. Email at ariel. Turkey: My name is Taryk Tuncel. I am a Turkish police [email protected] officer and would like to converse with American police officers. I am a member of IPA Turkey. Please send e-mail to France: French Police Officer assigned to the K-9 unit of [email protected]. Thank you. the Paris area police wishes to correspond with K-9 Officers in the US, to exchange information and experiences in K-9 UK: My name is Donna and I’m a serving officer in the operations. Email [email protected] U.K with West Midlands police. and am looking forward to chatting with and getting to know some of you guys over France: Emeline, daughter of Franck Harion, 13 years old, there in the States. I have been a serving officer for 10 years is looking for a per friend of the same age to swap emails. and would love to link up with any of you who are willing to [email protected]. become “penpals” as itused to be known before computers, to share stories and experiences from different sides of the Germany: My name is Eckhard Wolpert. I’m a German world. If you fancy getting in touch please contact me at my police officer and IPA member . I have a 17 year old son, email address [email protected]. Timo, who lives in Baden-Württemberg near Stuttgart. His hobbies are computers, reading and going out with friends. UK: Hi. My name is Gavin Smith and I’m looking for Timo is looking for a girl or boy pen pal the same age. He correspondence with my brothers and sisters in law enforcement. can be emailed at [email protected]. I’m a UK Detective and a member of the IPA here in England. Stay Safe! Please e-mail me at gavin.n.smith@ googlemail.com. Ghana: Christiana Opoku is an IPA Great Britain member in Ghana wanting tocorrespond with anyone in the US. UK: My name is Michael Chapman. I am a 30 year old Christiana Opoku, c/o Constable Ramstone of Regional serving Detective in the Northants Police Force in central Police HQ, Box 7111, Accra, Ghana 00233. England. I am keen to correspond with serving officers/IPA members in the United States, which I recently visited. My Ghana: Bright Annor Sackitey, a 41 year old police officer interests are sports including triathalon and distance running. in Ghana, and associate member of the British Section, I recently completed the Chicago marathon. I enjoy travelling has an 18 year old daughter, Abigail,who would like to and spent summers working in Indiana and Virginia whilst correspond in kind with the US. Hosting with his family is at college. I am also interested in history, film and current possible by any US IPA member travelling in this area. Email affairs. Replies to [email protected]. [email protected]. UK: My name is Bob Baber and I am a member of British Italy: My name is Paola Bosi. I’m 35 years old and live with Section Region 7, since 1997. I am aserving DC with 29 years my husband, Roberto, and our 2 year old son, Andrea. We of service. I have three daughters aged 9 and 8 (twins) who work for the Reggio Emilia Police Department. We live would like pen pals from the USA or Europe. Their interests in the Reggio Emilia countryside and would love to hear include Irish dancing, sports, horse riding and travelling. from colleagues in the US to exchange opinions and start Please reply to me at [email protected]. new friendships. I am an IPA member and my passion is motorcycles and martial arts. Roberto is a shooting teacher and collects weapons. I hope to hear from new friends. paola. [email protected]. continued on page 19

14 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 What can you share about the IPA?

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Your help is needed. As we approach the US Section’s 50th anniversary in 2012, we are gathering any available information about our 50 year history, especially anything from the early years. We are searching for any historically interesting or significant pictures, anecdotes, facts, regional information, documents, etc.

We are also looking for the following old IPA magazines. 1990s: 1993 and 1995 1980s: All issues except Spring/Summer 1985; Spring/Summer 1986; Spring/Summer 1987; May, Spring/Summer, Fall/Winter 1988 1970s: All issues except Summer 1975 1960s: All issues (we aren’t sure when the magazine started)

All donated items will become the property of the IPA US organization and retained as part of our historical file. If you have an item you would like returned, such as a magazine or picture, we will make a copy and return the original. Items can be mailed, emailed or faxed.

USA IPA NEWS Summer 2010 17 16 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 17     We are looking for volunteers for the U.S.A. Section’s 50th Anniversary in 2012 to be held November 8th thru 14th, 2012 in the Washington D.C. area. We want to make this conference one to remember with the anticipation of many foreign visitors. We need your special talents, contacts or just your energy to assist. Your ideas are most welcomed. If you have a background in certain areas then we need you. Come On! Jump on the bus! It’s going to be a thrilling ride! Volunteers are Needed for the Following Committees:

Finance Transportation Historian Grants Product Gifts/Sales Registration Sponsor Solicitation Guest Speaker Yearbook Vendor Solicitation Entertainment Tours Publication/Advertisement Contact: BOB KILLEN (954) 650-3451 or at Email:[email protected] [email protected] News From IPA Italy, Liguria Region Executive Committee, La Spezia-Cinque Terre

A big greeting to all our friends of the IPA-USA. The IPA Executive Committee in La Spezia-Cinque Terre (Italy) was formed on July 23, 2009, so that the town of La Spezia, together with its wonderful district, has entered the big IPA family. Our district is located in the North-Western Italian region called Liguria. With its neighbourhood, Liguria num- bers some world-renowned tourist attractions. It takes just 7 minutes by train from La Spezia to the won- derful “Cinque Terre” (5 typical Ligurian villages overlook- ing the sea), while in the surrounding area (5 to 45 miles from La Spezia) other attractive localities can be visited, such as Lerici, Portovenere, the spectacular Carrara’s marble quar- ries, the fascinating area of Versilia, the town of Pisa with its amazing Leaning Tower. Every year, our district is visited by thousands of US citi- zens, and from now on all our IPA-USA colleagues can rely on the effi cient assistance of our almost 100 members, who will be very pleased to enter in contact with their American colleagues. Our Committee is twinned with the I.P.A. Committee of the Wagnerian town of Bayreuth (Germany): having received a delegation from Bayreuth last summer, a delegation from IPA-La Spezia Cinqueterre reciprocated the visit in July. We’re Hoping that the IPA-USAs fl ag will wave soon in the district of La Spezia. Learn more by visiting our homepage at www.ipa-laspe- ziacinqueterre.it. Or, visit our Facebook group at I.P.A. LA SPEZIA CINQUE TERRE (Italy). Just copy & paste into Facebook. Our town homepage is www.turismoprovincia. laspezia.it. Contacts via email are: ipa.laspeziacinqueterre@yahoo. it or [email protected] (President) or marmie@libero. it (Secretary).

2012 ROCKY MOUNTAIN TOUR

The three IPA regions of Alberta are very pleased to be able to share with you their back yard…the Rocky Moun- tains of Alberta! You can take advantage of this opportunity by registering for our Rocky Mountain Tour to be held from June 2-14, 2012. To allow you ultimate fl exibility, you can either sign up for the 8 day Alberta portion of the tour or continue on for 4 additional days into British Columbia concluding with 3 nights in Vancouver. The prices are per person based on double occupancy: $1800 (CAD) for the Alberta tour, $2400 (CAD) for the full tour terminating in Vancouver. For more information visit http://ipa.ca/events/rockymountaintour2012.php

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 19 IPA - US SECTION DISCOUNT ACCOMMODATIONS

The locations listed have agreed to give IPA members a discount rate. Sometimes it is the same as the corporate/government rate. You should ask if there are any special promotional rates which may be less than the IPA/corporate rates. To obtain the IPA/Police rate you must usually make advance reservations (30 days is recommended) guaranteed with a credit card. Walk-ins MAY NOT receive the discount. If the location is a chain and you are unable to obtain the discount rate by calling the toll free number, ask for the direct number at the location you want. YOU MUST ASK FOR THE IPA/POLICE RATE! Taxes are additional. Any change in the price, discount policy, contact information, etc. please notify the Editor.

Alaska Daytona Beach: Direct ocean front condo on the no drive portion Kodiak: Smiling Bear Bed & Breakfast, 6 miles from Kodiak on of the beach in Ormond Beach. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully equipped. Monashka Bay. 2 Deluxe suites, Jacuzzi, shower, TV, BBQ, pvt Pool, covered parking, minutes from Daytona Speedway, golf, shop- entry,outside deck. IPA 15% discount. Darlene Turner 907-481¬- ping and great restaurants. One hour drive from Orlando, Disney, 6390, fax 907-486-6390. [email protected] Website Seaworld and all the other Orlando attractions. Rent biweekly or www.asmilingbear.com monthly. R-5 member Bob Livoti 516-579-1195 email gotsha@aol. com web http://florida-vacation-condo.com. Arizona Mesa: 3 BR condo, gated community, pool, hot tub, exercise room Daytona Beach: Direct ocean front condo on the beach in Daytona Garage, pvt. BBQ, wireless internet, car recommended. Not a Beach. 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, fully equipped. 3 pools. 2pools out- senior complex, not on a golf course.www.coyotelanding.com doors (1 heated) and a heated pool indoors. Covered secured park- www.rentmyarizonacondo.com for owner’s unit Security deposit ing, minutes from Daytona Speedway where NASCAR is King! and cleaning fees apply 30% discount for IPA members on weekly Daytona Beach has it all. Nearby golf, shopping and great restau- rentals April to December Contact Gerry at [email protected] or rants, 1 hr drive from Orlando, Disney, Seaworld, all Orlando attrac- 780-499-4958 tions. Rent weekly. R-5 member Bob Livoti 516- 579-1195 email [email protected] Website http://florida-vacation-condo.com California Murretta: Southern California - Two bedroom house,each with its Daytona Beach: IPA members may visit the area and stay with me own bath. Guest room has a Murphy bed and internet access. Fully in my private home in an exclusive gated community. FREE room/ furnished including linens, located in a 55 and older gated commu- bath in my beautiful home. No Smoking and no cooking. OK to nity near 4 Indian Casinos. Club house, 18 hole golf course, swim- bring food in from restaurants. HDTV surround system, pool,TV in ming pool and tennis courts. I 1/2 hour from San Diego, I hour from the room, etc. I am 6 Miles from the beach and Bike Week, 1.5 miles L.A., 2 1/2 hours from Las Vegas. $2800.00 month, 10% discount to from the NASCAR Daytona track, races and activities. 1 hour to Or- IPAmembers. Bill Hatcher R6, email [email protected] lando and the attractions. For arrangements based upon availability, call Harvey Morse 386-760-2100 email [email protected] San Diego: 2 Br Mission Valley condo, fully furnished. contact Jeff Church R38 for rates email [email protected]. Daytona Beach: Spruce Creek Fly-In, villa/condo 3 bedroom, fully equipped, 2bath, community clubhouse and pool, 2wk minimum. San Francisco, Active SF police officer offers IPA members a rea- R11 member Mike DeLong, 561-315-2381 [email protected] sonable rate for in-law Bernal Heights apartment. Queen bed, cable tv, full bath, small kitchen w/microwave, yard for pet, smoking in Port Orange: Room for rent, minutes away from Daytona Beach yard only, wirless internet, located in charming neighborhood, easy Speedway. 1 BR, queen bed, pvt bath, TV, 2 pools, whirlpool, golf, access to bus transportation. Will pick you up at SFO airport and on site restaurant, $75.00 per night, $300.00 week Contact Lou Her- may take you on city tour on day off. Sleeps two additional on roll ouart R19, email [email protected] away bed. $100 per night, maximum four guests. Martha Fabiani (415) 648-6711, [email protected]. St. Augustine: Beautiful ocean front condo. One bedroom, 1 1/2 bath. King size bed, sleeper sofa, all amenities, WID, TVs, VCR, Florida microwave, etc. Pool. 90 minutes to Orlando, 45 minutes to Jack- Disney/Epcot, Villa rental, 2br/2ba sleeps six, added extras minutes sonville or Daytona airports. Regular $750 weekly. Half off for IPA from attractions, Daily/Weekly. IPA rate $520 week. Art Meyer R- members plus $50 gas credit for one month or more stay. Phone 15 631-289-6285, email [email protected] (904) 797-5227 e¬mail [email protected]

Tampa Bay Area, Crystal Beach: Two bedroom house sleeps six, Cape Coral, 20 min. from Ft Myers Intl. (RSW), 3 BR, 2 Bath and one bedroom apartment sleeps four, fully furnished. Beautiful home w/pool, screened lanai. Apr thru Nov rentals available. Con- location, about 100 yds from the Gulf. 45 mins to Busch Gardens, 25 tact me for December thru April. Great vacation spot away from mins from Tampa Intl .Airport. Weekly or Monthly. 10% discount crowded beach traffic, short drive to ocean. Golf courses, charter to IPA members. Contact R6 member Tim Smith 702-396-3200 or fishing available. Furnished, two king, one twin BR. Contact Dan email [email protected] for more information. Arkenau Region 34, at [email protected] for price. Must be current IPA member.

20 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 Accomodations.....continued from page 20 Marco Island, Anglers Cove Resort, condo, 1 bedroom, full kitch- Hawaii en, on the water, tennis courts and marina. Contact Joe Lobl, R 11, Maui, Valley Isle Resort, beachfront deluxe studio, Steve Jackson, 954- 895-8257 or [email protected] 775-742-3337 or 800-742-7955 $129 per night, smoke free www. mauikondo.com St. Petersburg: Vacation Rentals, 2 Bed, 2 Bath Condo Listing #28269 & Studio Apartment in Orlando Listing #45566 10% Dis- Maui Just steps to the beach! 2B/2Ba condo across the street from count to IPA Members www.vacationrentals.com Friedrich Seiltgen the beach on Maui. Just bring your clothes! Many things to do- email [email protected] whale watching, surf, snorkel, parasail-too many to list. All ameni- ties, sleeps 6, families welcome. IPA members: $120/night ($195 Florida Keys reg.) web site: www.mauihomeparadise.com. E-mail R6 member Key Largo: Condo on the bay, 2br/2ba on the water. Fully equipped [email protected] or (714) 713-7785. with all amenities. Heated pool, tennis courts, marina. Weekly or monthly. 1 hr from Miami Airport. R-5 member Bob Livoti 516- Maui: Paradise 1, an Ocean View, resort apartment, fully furnished 579-1195. $1000 per week - 10% for IPA. E-mail [email protected] in Hawaiian style and equipped for your vacation needs. Master B/R Website http://florida-vacation-condo.com. with king size bed and a padded Lanai lounge or overstuffed sofa in living room for a child. Olympic lap pool, outstanding tropical Ft. Lauderdale/Miami garden and water features. Free wireless Internet supplied. Region 43 Miami Area lists many attractions and special IPA dis- counts on their website. For complete list and details go to http:// Maui: Paradise II, near the longest white sand beach. Suitable up to ipa-usa.org/region43/accommodations.htm 4 adults. King bed in master B/R, queen bed in living room. Tropical garden, pool, hot tub, BBQ’s, plus a pavilion kitchen for cooking by Miami Airport West: Candlewood suites: email Haydee.leto@ihg. the pool. Both are away from road noise, and within walking to mar- com web site http://candlewoodsuites.com Special IPA doscount. kets, restaurants, and a short drive to free entertainment and whale Must make direct contact at Candlewood Suites for availability, ad- watching, scuba, snorkel, luaus, and other activities. Both available vise you are IPA & tell them Jerry sent you. Good neighborhood and at 50% off to IPA members. Contact Vic Voss 530-238-8822 email located just west of airport and walking distance to MDPD. [email protected] for more information.

Orlando: Sheraton Studio City Hotel, 5905 International Dr, Or- Illinois lando. (800) 327-1366. You must request Law Enforcement Rate. Chicago: The Westin, 909 N Michigan Ave. IPA rate $95 (some You must present confirmation number and Law Enforcement ID blackout dates) PLUS 25% off food in the Grill on the Alley. Call upon check in. Rate is subject to availability. Westin reservations, 888-627-8385, ask for discount #378031, show IPA ID at check in. Cocoa Beach: Days Inn, 5500 N. Atlantic Ave 800-245-5225 email [email protected] rates vary with season, $75- $105 Kentucky must mention IPA rate re: Larry McCormick R45 Drawbridge Inn, 2477 Royal Drive, just off I-75 Exit 189. Ft. Mitch- ell (northern Kentucky) is offering discounted rooms to IPA mem- Best Western Ocean Beach Hotel & Suites 5500 N. Atlantic Ave bers who show a current IPA card. $65 plus tax per night. Located 6 800-962-0028 email [email protected] rates vary with sea- miles from downtown Cincinnati and 30 miles south of Kings Island son, $90 - $145 must mention IPA per Larry McCormick R45 Park. Airport shuttles provided. Included is a 20% discount on all food purchased at the Josh Tavern and grille located in the hotel. Palm Coast Rental: 3BR, 2BA furnished condo on inter coastal waterway in beautiful resort style gated community. Fully fur- Maine nished and sleeps eight. Includes child friendly pool, stocked fishing Two Lions Bed and Bath, 731 North Deer Isle Road, Deer Isle, lakes, 7 miles of nature trails, minutes from Hammock Beach, 30 ME 04627, phone (207)348-6976, [email protected] Reason- min. to St. Augustine and Daytona, 90 min. to Orlando. Visit www. able Rates. IPA member. canopywalkca.com IPA rate 995 per week + cleaning fee. Con- tact IPA Region 43 Member Luis Taborda at [email protected] Maryland 305-343-7687 Bethesda, American Inn of Bethesda,8130Wisconsin Avenue, 20814 Wi-Fi, free DSL, deluxe continental breakfast. Must ask for very West Palm Beach Condo Rental: 1 BR / 1 full bath furnished con- special IPA rate. Phone 1-800 323-7081 www.american-inn.com do with water views (lake and ocean), Sleeps 4, pool, golf, nearby amenities, located 10 min from Palm Beach Intl Airport. MINI- Silver Springs, One bedroom apartment with fumiture, garage, etc. MUM 1 MONTH RENTAL. High Season from October to May $20 a day. Also an apartment in Lima, Peru at same price. Contact $2300/month. Low Season from May to October $1750/month 10% George Martel, IPA member Region 7, Associate Secretary to Peru, IPA Discount. Two units available. Marcel Beaumont 954-261-1376 Tel. 301-589-8020 or E-mail [email protected] [email protected]

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USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 21 Accomodations..... Richie Hayward MDPD-Retired Jonesborough, Tennessee continued from page 21 The Oldest Town in Tennessee 423-753-4562 H 305-216- 6666 C. Missouri St. Louis Cop Party & Benefit for off duty death, injury and illness Washington D.C. / Virginia held the third Monday of the month. Contact Bob Schure, R-8 host Fairfax, VA: Comfort Inn Tyson Corner 1587 Spring Hill Road, officer and USA Associate Secretary for Germany. (314) 439-0597 Vienna, VA 703-448-8020. Must ask for Police Rate. or [email protected]. FREE place to stay when in St. Louis as over 51 coppers from all over the world have since 1986. Visit us on Washington State the web at http://www.bschure597.tripod.com Hansville: Gateway to the Olympic Peninsula. Five bedroom, two bath farmhouse on 20 acres. Beaches, trails, ferry’s ride from Seattle. Nevada Two night minimum @ $400 per night, also weekly rates + a 10% Reno, studio condo, Call for rates weekly/monthly. Jeff Church IPA discount.Cinda 360-638-1811 [email protected]. R38, P.O. Box 1801, Reno 89505 E-mail [email protected] International New York Edison Hotel, the Hotel of record in New York City for the IPA. 228 Austria West 47th Street, New York, New York 10036. IPA members can The Austria IPA has a web page that lists many hotels, inns, pen- book and view the hotel direct from our website, www. iparegion2. siones, etc. that give discounted rates to IPA members. For more org The hotel website is www.edisonhotelnyc.com information visit reisen.ipa.at. Fordham House B&B, Greenport offers members a 15% discount. Canada On the eastern part of Long Island’s North Fork, an old shipping Whistler, BC. IPA member has condo available for rent year round. and whaling port. Car ferry from Orient Point to Conneticut’s naval Ski in/ski out. Hot tubs, year round swimming pool in complex. sub base, coast guard academy and Mystic seaport. Pam (631) 477- Short walk to Whistler village. 10% off regular rates to IPA, Po- 8998, www.fordhamhouse.com. lice and Fire personnel. View details at VRBO #278903 E mail [email protected]. Hotel Deauville, midtown Manhatten (Park Ave. & 29th St.), of- fering 20% IPA discount. Christina Manis, manager, 212-683-0990, Hotel discounts in Canada: Visit www.policehotels.com. Contact www.hoteldeauville.com. Use website code IPA. Steve Gibson at [email protected]. New York City: IPA MEMBERS ONLY. Furnished studio apart- IPA House: Luxemborg ment, 15 minutes from Manhattan. Private entrance, queen size bed, full kitchen, TV, close to mass transit. Three night minimum Situated in the centre of the city, op- and will usually pick up at NY airport. Contact R2 member Tony posite the Police Headquarters. The at [email protected] or visit our website nyc-ipahaus.com National IPA Office is situated on the 1st floor as well as the clubhouse. North Carolina There are 3 bedrooms sleeping 8 per- Blowing Rock: Cottage, 3 bedroom 2 baths fully equipped, sleeps sons - 2 double rooms and 1 bedroom 6. IPA rate $500 per week, $1500 a month. Contact: Ellen Pierson with four beds. TV, radio, coffee for photos/info [email protected]. percolator, fridge and cooking plate. Bathroom and toilet on the 2nd floor. North Topsail Beach: Picturesque 1 BR, sleeps 4, full kitchen, There are hotels in the vicinity where ocean-view balcony. Amenities include several pools, hot tubs, meals are served. Parking for 4 cars. beach access, tennis courts, more. 15% discount IPA members. Bed linen available Contact: villacapriani.com, 800-934-2400 UNIT 202A, Gasper Venturella, Region #2 [email protected] 516-270-2663.

Tennessee photo op Fun on the river: Guided raft tours on the Nolichucky River here in NE Tennessee, 15% discount to IPA members. This river is one of the most beautiful in the country with class We’re not sure what it is, 2, 3 and 4 rapids. The Nolichucky River Gorge is one from but it looks like it means Asheville North Carolina and 1½ hrs North of Gatlinburg. business. Sent to us by IPA member and Berlin There are several different trip itineraries to suit everyone. police officer Andreas Fuchs Visit us at www.mtnadventureguides.com 423 743-7111 or 1 866 USA Raft. Make sure to mention IPA. Richie Hayward

22 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 An IPA Memory to Share Dennis & Diane Arcoraci, Region 62

Visit from uk ipa member Alan Penny (l) and Chris Penny, close to end of the Me at the International Blue Knight Motorcycle Rally at the Scottish Police 4,300 mile bicycle trip across USA on July 26th. They spent the night at our College, Tulliallan Castle, 30 minutes from Edinburgh. Participants came home in Ruckersville before the last leg of their trip to Yorktown. from all over including Albany, New York. We stayed there for two nights. Events included a bike run and side trips to Edinburgh. A piper and drum band was on hand to welcome the riders back to the castle upon completion of their ride to Pitlockry, a very picturesque town. A very pleasant experi- ence to see and hear to say the least.

And here we are in Avebury, UK reunited on August 28th with Alan and Chris where Chris is head of the volunteer help at this National Heritage site, larger than Stonehenge. Alan’s daughter Emily joins us as well as our UK hosts and great friends John and Tina Cooke from Westin Super Mare. Chris gave us a specical vip tour of the grounds and the 16th century manor Clockwise from top: Edinburgh Castle, Tulliallan Castle, Christ Chruch house. What a fantastic thing to be able to be in touch with new IPA friends great hall in Oxford (used in the Harry Potter films), Hadrian’s Wall (House- so soon. teads Roman fort circa 122AD) with John Cooke. A very special event for Diane and I was I would like to add, Alan and Chris Penny expressed their pleasure and a proper “English thanks to our IPA member Daniel Jenkins who hosted them on their last days tea” presented by in the USA with a special treat of seeing the president’s helicopter land on John Cooke’s moth- the White House grounds from atop the skadden building where Dan is an er Vera and aunt executive. Other police assistance was given them by members of Yorktown Peggy in their back Sheriff’s Department which included a motorcade into town and the use of yard on a sunny the National Guard facility for housing. Major Ron Montgomery answered day. my request for assistance with numerous members of his agency making their stay memorable.

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 23 Region 43 Visits France Lew Thomason, Region 43

When the notice for the 36th I.E.C. Conference and Friend- ship week came out last year, the Francophiles of Region 43, Southern Florida, knew that we had to go. We had several colleagues in the Paris area that had visited us, and we were ready for the hospitality to be returned. With the exception of our President Scott Patton, we were more interested in the friendship week rather than the meet- ing. The friendship week, which consisted of a river cruise on the beautiful Rhone river from the Mediterranean to well past Lyon in central France sounded great. We added a long week in Paris on our own after the cruise to see the sights there both on our own and with the assistance of our French Colleagues The dream trip was complete. On Saturday, September 11, sixteen Region 43 members came together at the Novotel Hotel just outside of Paris and met our French hosts. The French IPA had met us at our Dennis Bambach and Gregg Kral admire a French patrol car various airline arrival areas and bussed us to the Hotel. The only sad note in the trip was that our Region Secretary, Roger Rolfs and his wife Marilyn were not there since Marilyn had fallen and broken her leg just prior to our departure. On our first night in Paris, we dined together at “Leon de Bruxelles”, an iconic chain restaurant that has many loca- tions in both France and Belgium. They specialize in mus- sels cooked in more than a dozen ways, all served with the mandatory “frites”. The next morning, we boarded busses for the two day ride to the port of Martgues on the Mediterranean Sea near Marseilles. During the trip, we had lunch at a Regional Headquarters of the “Gendarmerie National”, and the main consolidated crime laboratory for the South central region of France. We also had the opportunity to slake our thirsts at a local winery along the way. Monday evening found us boarding the river cruise boat “Van Gogh”. Although river cruise boats are much smaller Jenny Thomason has her portrait done at the Place du Tertre that the ocean going vessels most of us are accustomed to cruising on, they have almost all the same amenities, and the Van Gogh was no exception. The boat carries 150 or so pas- sengers in reasonably comfortable cabins. The dining room is large enough to accommodate all the passengers at once, and the food lived up to Gallic expectations. Three to four course meals at both lunch and supper were well prepared, de- licious and were presented in the best artistic manner. There had been concerns that the rich and slightly different French cuisine might not sit well with some of the palates that were more accustomed to American menus, but everyone agreed that the food was fabulous. The boat also boasts an all-pur- pose lounge and ballroom with live music in both afternoons and evenings. The lounge also served as a sightseeing van- tage point when the weather was inclement. A huge sun deck served as the main observation point in good weather. The sun continued on page 25 Kathy Skinner celebrates her birthday in France

24 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 France . . . continued from page 24 deck was also an adventure when passing under low bridges, which required that the pilot house and all masts and anten- nas be lowered into the deck to clear the bridge. At one point in Lyon, it was necessary for the passengers to kneel down below chair level in order to clear the lowest bridge. The first day, we disembarked and while the boat displaced upstream to meet us. We took a bus tour of the Camargue region, which is home to France’s famous “Wild Horses”. The region is also famous for jet-black bulls, sea salt, rice and to the pleasant surprise of the group from Miami, pink flamingoes! In the following days, we visited Arles, the city of the painter Van Gogh; the palace of the Popes in Avignon where the seat of the Catholic Church was located during a rift be- tween factions in Rome and the French Monarchy; and the Lew and daughter Jennifer sample Burgundy right at the source Ardeche Gorge. The Ardech Gorge is France’s version of the Grand Canyon. It is only one third to one half as deep as our Grand Canyon, but it is just as beautiful to see. The bottom of the gorge is accessible, so it is a major vacation destination in France. Next on the agenda, was the wine town of Tain, where the “Cotes-du-Rhone” wines are marketed. Of course another tasting in a local cellar was in order. The next morning found us in the town of Vienne which was occupied by the Romans and still contains much of their archi- tecture. Then on to the city of Lyon, and grand walking tours of the many sights of that beautiful city. From there, we moved on to the Burgundy wine region, which of course called for more tastings. The wine and the scenery were both magnificent. The following morning was the end of the cruise. Our IPA hosts transported us to the appropriate airports or train sta- tions to end our adventure, or in the case of the Miami group to set out for a new one. After a four hour wait at the train Lunch at Gendarmerie National Post (note the beverages) station, Region 43 boarded one of France’s famous “TVG” high speed trains that took us the 400 km from Lyon to Paris in just two hours including one stop. The following morning, our own regional excursion began. Since I had lived in Paris as a child and spoke French as well as being familiar with the city, I led the general tour of the main Paris tourist sights. This all began with buying 3 to 5 day passes for the Paris subway system or “Metro”. It took the best part of two days to just do a “drive by” of the major sights. The one place we went that is probably not famil- iar to most people was the “Place du Tertre”. Located near the basilica of Sacre Coeur high atop the hill of Montmartre, (Mount of the Martyrs). The “Place” is where the artists of the area gather to paint, sell their paintings and socialize with each other. Several paintings were purchased, and a few had their caricatures drawn. Since some of the group were quite familiar with Paris, some were a little familiar with the city and some were there for the first time, different groups wanted to see different continued on page 26 Our French colleagues, Julien and Anne Marie Rutigliano

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 25 France . . . continued from page 25 things after the initial tour of standard tourist sights. For the remainder of the week, each group followed their own agen- da, meeting in the evening to compare experiences over the evening meal. We ate in several places, mostly French res- taurant chains, such as Leon’s that we mentioned previously, Chez Clement and the “Hippopotamus.” Although these were chain restaurants they lacked nothing in atmosphere or cui- sine when compared to popular stand-alone restaurants, and they were a lot cheaper. Lunches called for local café’s or sandwich stands. My family was lucky enough to have rented an efficiency apart- ment, so breakfast for us was a quick trip to the “Boulange- rie” (Bread and Roll Baker), for croissants and coffee to be served “at home”. Many if not most attractions in Paris are closed on Sun- Our French police host Nebil Ben Khelifa days, so we opted to go to the “Flea Market. The Paris flea market covers several square miles. In addition to the kind of stalls along the main streets that sell cheap junk that we often associate with a flea market, there are hundreds of antique dealers on the back streets and alleys. Here, one can buy genuine 14th and 15th century furniture that is in good condi- tion. We really liked a dining room table that seated 16 and dated back to some Baronial castle. Unfortunately too many things like the $8,000 price and the difficulty of packing and shipping, not to mention that we would have to take all the other furniture in our house out to fit it in, kept us from mak- ing the impulse buy. While we were in town, the transit workers had one of their famous strikes. From our hotel window we could see big crowds chanting and carrying home-made signs. They didn’t really appear threatening, so eventually we went down and wandered through the crowd. It was more like a street party Region 43 members on the sun desk of the Van Gogh with people breaking out their guitars and forming entertain- ment in groups. It lasted all afternoon long, but wasn’t a bit like the demonstrations we are used to here. Impromptu mu- sical entertainment seems to be a staple in Paris. Once when we entered the Metro, we were greeted by a ten piece string ensemble, dressed in formal-wear, playing classical music (and playing it well) for tossed coins. The two highlights of the evenings were one spent at “Har- ry’s New York Bar”, a fixture among American ex-patriots, on maternity leave the Monday before we arrived. Nebil is a at the same address in the city for 99 years now. At this bar, Patrol officer who just passed the selection process for pro- Hemmingway relaxed when on leave from the ambulance motion to Corporal, and who served as an interpreter for the corps in WWI. Humphrey Bogart, Coco Chanel, Aly Kahn, I.E.C. meeting. Rita Hayworth and many other luminaries also made it their The trip was a great experience for all involved. Contrary favorite watering hole when in town. Composer George Ger- to the stereotypes shared by many here in the states, we were shwin wrote his ballet “An American in Paris” at the piano in treated with warm hospitality, a genuine friendliness and a Harry’s. Harry’s is also the place where the “Bloody Mary” mutually shared respect, not only by our colleagues, but from was invented. the people of France and particularly Paris. I can highly rec- The other, saving best for last, was dinner with our col- ommend Paris as a destination for any traveller, but it is even leagues from the Paris Police, Julien Rutigliano, his wife better the “IPA Way”. Anne-Marie and Nebil Ben Khelifa. Julien is a K-9 officer. Lew Thomason is currently the 2d Vice President and next President-elect of His wife Anne-Marie is a Crime Scene Technician, who started Region 43. He has been an IPA member since 1988

26 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 IPA-USA RV CORNER 2010 COPPER CARAVAN by Donald Fredricks, Region 14 CAMPOUT SCHEDULE

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28 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 IPA-USA Members Attend Central Scotland Branch Friendship Week Chris Sicoli, Region 8

My wife and I attended the Central Scotland Police (CSP) Branch friendship week in Stirling, Scotland, Aug. 7th-14th. This was our first friendship week event, so we did not what to expect. With the exception of a few individual IPA meet- ings and contacts with others in other countries, this was our first major IPA event of any kind. I can now say that we have been missing out all these years since I have been a member. The trip was great. For me it was a success on day one when we were able to meet IPA members from all over the world. There was an instant bond and we felt like family upon our arrival at the hotel. This is what the trip was all about for me. The wonderful excursions, entertainment and meals were just icing on the cake. First off, the Central Scotland Police Branch, under the leadership of Andy Wright, pulled off a hard-to-top event. A local IPA member met each guest at the airport or train station and drove them to the hotel. The logistics alone are mind-boggling when you consider that they were serving two major airports (Edinburgh and Glasgow) as well as the area train stations. We arrived early in the day and had to wait a bit for our room to be readied. This gave us time to check-in, meet other attendees and take a short stroll around downtown Stirling. The hotel that was home for the week was built in 1786, which is sobering when some there call it new construction. That Carlos and Chris evening, we had the first of many good meals. The kitchen Pipe bands from as far away as New Zealand, Australia, staff went out of their way to provide a variety of choices, Canada and the U.S. came to compete. Two police bands per- including options for those with dietary needs or allergies. formed in competition as well. A fair with games, rides and As I said, the best part was meeting new people. In that first food booths circled the event. What an enjoyable introduc- day, we met people from Aruba, Germany and Holland. We tion to Scotland. also had the pleasure to meet Iain McAlpine and Davey Stout Back at the hotel for dinner that night, we again had won- from the CSP. Both gentlemen and their families would be derful food, followed by the Milton Fiddlers playing local instrumental in our trip and Iain especially went above and favorites and Scottish folk songs. Of course, members kept beyond. the hotel bar open until the wee hours of the morning. On the first real day where we were all together, a routine On the second day, we toured the smallest distillery in Scot- developed. An early morning breakfast, buffet style -- in- land, Edradour, where they make a very good and smooth cluding haggis -- followed by a long day of sightseeing and spirit. We learned that during and following prohibition in getting to know one another. the U.S., the distillery was owned by the Chicago Mob, last- On the first day, the Superintendant for the Central Scot- ing until the 1970s. The tour was followed by a short shop- land Branch Police Force and the Provost (mayor) of Stirling ping trip to the House of Bruar and then lunch and shopping attended the opening ceremony. Many IPA members were in Pitlochry. We continued to meet new friends from Austra- wearing their department uniforms to properly kick-off the lia, Canada, and England. There was also a large contingent weeks activities. from the Miami Region and a group from the Baltimore Re- After the ceremony and reception, we went to the Bridge gion. Dinner that night was followed by a live reenactment of Allen Highland games. Think of them as a mini-Olympics of Jacobite clothing and weapons. As an added treat, the Cen- with more music. There were races, foot and bicycle, tossing tral Scotland Police Pipe Band performed. the caber (tree trunk), other tests of strength, dancing com- Day Three, oh those early mornings, was a trip to Glasgow. petitions, wrestling, and of course piping. The sound of the A stop at the Kelingrove Art Gallery and Museum was a pipes and drums was everywhere. continued on page 30

USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 29 Scotland Friendship Week . . . saw the Stirling Castle. It was very impressive and was cur- continued from page 29 rently under-going renovation to restore it to how it looked during the Renaissance. highlight of the tour. Not only was there a large display of We arrived back at the hotel and had just enough time to get Scottish history, there were paintings by Rembrandt and Van ready for dinner. This final meal started with haggis. A lone Gogh. Lunch was at Loch Lomond, a large lake with very piper preceded the chef carrying the haggis to center stage. scenic views. Our dinner that night was followed by perfor- A poem to the haggis by noted poet Robert Burns, who once mance by the Newday Vocal Group. It was then we found stayed in the hotel as a guest, was dramatically read and then that the president of the CSP Branch, Andy Wright, sings and the haggis was served as an appetizer. I found that I like hag- does it very well. What a great night. gis, it had a bit of a kick to it, but my wife was not a fan. The The fourth day was spent in Edinburgh -- a free-tour day. rest of the dinner was fabulous as we had come to expect. Some shopped along Princes Street. Some toured the castle. The epic Burns poem “Tam O’ Shanter” was performed, My wife and I took a bus tour of the highlights, with a stop or I should say acted out, by a serving member of the CSP. at the Royal Yacht Britannia. We all met up that evening to Although the words, said with a thick brogue, may have been attend the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Words cannot hard for some to understand, the actions accompanying them describe the performances and music to which were treated. were not and made for a very lively presentation. Suffice to say this is a must see for any visitor to Scotland. After that, a band comprised of serving members of the This was the 60th year for the Tattoo. CSP took the stage. Although they played upbeat tunes, it The next two days were free days so we could experience was hard to have a light heart as goodbyes were said, last Scotland at our own pace and desires. Iain McAlpine acted dances were danced and final drinks were downed. A truly as our own personal tour guide for one day. I will always be bittersweet moment. grateful for this. He took us on some of the sights of Scotland On Aug. 14th, the organizational skills of the CSP commit- that many do not get to see or hear about. We started at coun- tee were again on display as all of us were transported to our try estate nicknamed The Pineapple. It was designed and various exit ports. As we left, I heard in my heart the words inhabited by a former governor of the Virginia colony and of many that I met: “Haste ye back.” looks like a giant pineapple. We then went to see the bridges As a member of the IPA, I had not taken advantage of all over the river Forth as they are spectacular feats of engineer- the IPA had to offer and probably did not fully understand ing. This in turn led us to what should be one of the marvels the motto until this trip. My wife and I made some lasting of the modern world, the Falkirk Wheel. This device allows friendships and I regret not having done this years ago. I river barges travelling between two separate canals, which would encourage all members who have not travelled the IPA differ in height by over 40 feet, to transition the difference in way or attended a friendship week, anywhere, to start now. less than seven minutes. This replaced the old lock system It is worth it. which took a barge almost eight hours to complete. After a full day with Iain, we had to prepare for the Gala Dinner and Ball. For me and many others this involved wear- ing a kilt. With some apprehension I donned the garment and have to admit it was comfortable and stylish. A grand dinner and music and dancing, with lots of pictures being taken, was followed again by a long night by many at the bar. It was amusing to see members in kilts taking a smoke break or en- joying the night air outside the hotel being stopped by tourists asking to have their pictures taken with them. The last full day, again a free day, came too quickly for my taste. There was still much to see and people to meet. By now we had met others from Italy, Belgium, Chicago, Denver and San Diego, as well as many other places from the U.S. and around the globe. Delegations from Baltimore, Italy, Germany, Canada and Holland made presentations to the CSP organizing committee. My wife and I went exploring on our own and visited the Wallace Monument in Stirling. This monument is a testa- ment to William Wallace (Braveheart for all you movie buffs) and his fight against the English to keep Scotland indepen- dent. The climb of 247 stairs to the top was rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view of the area. We then walked through much of downtown Stirling and Stirling Castle

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http://tinyurl.com/243szbc http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/home/49388110-73/lake-salt-alcala-firm. (Drug Trafficking - Fourteen Convicted in Eastern Oregon) html.csp (Mexican national deported by the U.S. to face murder charge in Mexico) http://portland.fbi.gov/dojpressrel/pressrel10/pd090910.htm (Two Parma residents sentenced in connection with fraudulent drivers http://wireupdate.com/wires/9693/mexican-national-deported-by-the-u- licenses - OH illegal Ukranians) s-to-face-murder-charge/ (US-Thai Authorities Offer US$2 Million for Fugitive Arrests -wanted pho- http://blog.cleveland.com/parmasunpost/2010/09/two_parma_men_ tos at site) sentenced_in_con.html (Border patrol reports their aircraft targeted - MI) http://www.pattayadailynews.com/en/2010/09/09/joint-us-thai-drug-sup- pression-campaign/ http://tinyurl.com/2clsfo8 (Commercial flights remain top terror targets) ($827,000 worth of cocaine seized at I-19 checkpoint - AZ) http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2010-09-10-flights-terror-targets_ http://tinyurl.com/39wf9y9 N.htm (CBP: Rifles found in truck at Pharr bridge - TX)

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USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 33 Arthur Troop Scholarship Ten Arthur Troop Scholarships are awarded annually, two for each continent in which we have member Sections - Africa, America, Australasia, Asia and Europe. Each Scholarship consists of a bursary of not more than 3,000 Swiss Francs that is to be used for a seminar at the International Conference Centre ‘IBZ Schloss Gimborn’ or a comparable institution. Applicants must have been a member of IPA for at least one year before applying and the scholarship must be taken between 1st January and 31st December following the grant of the scholarship (extensions not granted). The study Scholarship may be awarded to IPA members in police service, but predomi- nantly targeted at the younger member. The member must submit an application setting out their reasons to support their selection. Applications must be processed through their National Sections, to the International Secretary General (IAC) and must be supported by a written statement from their Sec- tion. Further information is available by downloading the accompanying document at www. ipa-usa.org/Forms/ATroop_Scholarship.pdf. passport questions 1. What is the suggested tip after eating in a restaurant 9. Stretching 2,650 miles, this country is the longest in in Japan? the world. A. 10% B. 20% C. Nothing A. Argentina B. Mexico C. Chile

2. Estonian, the official language of Estonia, closely 10. In India, which hand is customarily used for eating, resembles the language of this nearby country: giving presents, and paying for goods in stores?

A. Finland B. Latvia C. Lithuania A. Left B. Right C. Either

Chile 10. B-Right. 10. Chile 3. In South Africa, corn eaten with curdled milk as a form C- 9. C-Soccer 8. C-Portugal 7. table a of corner the at B-Sitting 6. Spirits

of porridge is popularly known as: C- 5. C-France 4. meal B-Mealie 3. A-Finland 2. C-Nothing 1. Answers: A. Cream Corn B. Mealie meal C. Corn pudding

4. Corsica, a Mediterranean island, is part of this country: A. Greece B. Italy C. France where in the u.s. 5. People in Myanmar tie red and white ribbons on their cars to protect themselves from these, which are called nats? 1. Which state is nicknamed the “yellowhammer A. Bugs B. Illnesses C. Spirits state?” 2. What river flows through the city of Little Rock? 6. According to Ukrainian superstition, if a woman wants 3. What is the southern most city in the conterminous to get married during the next seven years she should 48 states? avoid which of these? 4. What are the warm winds that descend off the A. Leaving the house with wet hair. eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains called? B. Sitting at the corner of a table. 5. What is the capital of Florida? C. Sitting by a draft (near an open window) 6. What is the capital of Hawaii? What mountain chain extends across Arkansas, 7. This country produces most of the world’s cork, which Missouri, and Kansas? is used to make wine bottles airtight. 8. What is the capital of Idaho? A. France B. Italy C. Portugal 9. What is the capital of Georgia? 10. Is Point Barrow the most northern, southern, 8. The most popular sport in Uruguay is eastern or western point of land in the US?

A. Baseball B. Basketball C. Soccer hassee 6. Honolulu 7. Ozarks 8. Boise 9. Atlanta 10. Northern 10. Atlanta 9. Boise 8. Ozarks 7. Honolulu 6. hassee

- Talla 5. Chinooks 4. West Key 3. River Arkansas 2. Alabama 1. Answers:

34 USA IPA NEWS Fall 2010 For IPA Radio Club information visit WE NEED YOUR HELP! www.iparc.org We are looking for volunteers to help plan our 2012 50th Anniversary event. Our various The radio club net meets on Sundays committees include Project Team, Admin- istration, Finance, Transportation, Tours, 1700z on 14.240 MHz Accomodations, Publications, Supplies/ (21.410 primary) Presentations, and Entertainment. More information on each committee is available For information contact online at www.ipa-usa.org/50th. If you are KG8P - Tom Jenkins interested please contact US Section President [email protected] Bob Killen at [email protected].