MARYLAND SOCIETY OFOFOF THE SONS OFOFOF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
2009 Yearbook
Towson Sheraton, 903 Dulaney Valley Road, Towson, MD on Saturday, April 18, 2009
The MDSSAR Yearbook is produced by the Society as a memorial of the events and activities of our organization.
By Rev. Christos Christou, Jr. Yearbook Editor 303 Nicholson Road Essex, MD 21221-6609 410-574-5467 [email protected]
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor
Maryland Society ofofof thethethe Sons ofofof thethethe American Revolution Table of Contents
President R. Duane Tackitt 2008-2009 ...... 1 State Officers 2008-2009 7 Past Presidents 8 1st Vice President David W. Hoover ...... 9 2nd Vice President Edward A. Foreman Jr...... 11 3rd Vice President Ivan V. Dooley Jr...... 12 Secretary Christos Christou, Jr...... 13 Meeting Minutes Christos Christou, Jr...... 14 April 19, 2008 14 June 14, 2008 17 October 4, 2008 21 January 10, 2009 24 April 18, 2009 28 Treasurer Barrett L. McKown ...... 32 Budget for 2009-2010 35 Registrar Kenneth E. Zimmerman ...... 36 Approved New Members 36 Approved Supplementals 38 Historian Robert E. Lyons...... 39 Organizing Secretary Jean S. Fugett Sr...... 39 Genealogist C. Louis Raborg Jr ...... 40 Chaplain Rev. Partee Boliek...... 41 President Ray Robert Potter, Sr. (1928-2008)...... 42 Surgeon Lee Crandall Park...... 43 Trustee Ernest L. Irish...... 44 Chapters 45 #1 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart (FR) Mark L. Hoke ...... 46 #2 Gen. William Smallwood (MO) J. Patrick Warner...... 48 #3 Christian Ardinger (WA) James G. Ballard Jr...... 49 #4 Col. John Eager Howard (BC) Robert E. Lyons...... 50 #5 Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore (BA) Charles H. Hill...... 52 #6 John Paul Jones (AA) Christopher C. Beck ...... 54 #7 Col. Henry Hollingsworth (CE) G. Noel Crawford...... 55 #8 Col. Tench Tilghman (CARO,KE,QA,TA) Dr. W. Jackson Stenger, Jr...... 57 #9 Col. Aquila Hall (HA) David W. Hoover ...... 58 #10 Charles Carroll of Carrollton (HO) David H. Embrey...... 60 #11 John Hanson (PG) Douglas B. Stuart ...... 61 #12 Capt. John Smoot (DO, SO, WI, WO) Raymond L. Jackson ...... 62 #13 Westminster (CARR) Dr. Cecil M. Massie, Sr...... 64 #14 Thomas Stone (CH, CV, SM) Charles D. Boone ...... 65 MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor #15 Little Meadows (AL, GA) Paul R. Shockey ...... 67 Committees 69 American Flag John B. Watkins ...... 70 Americanism Lester A. Foster, Jr...... 71 Americanism Poster Contest C. Louis Raborg Jr. 71 Budget/Audit/Finance Lester A. Foster, Jr...... 71 Bylaws/Constitution Roger V. Buck...... 72 Center for Advancing America’s Heritage Ernest L. Irish...... 80 CAR/DAR/SAR Liaison Guy E. Almony, Jr...... 81 Color Guard William P. Smithson ...... 84 Eagle Scouts Kenneth E. Zimmerman ...... 85 Executive Committee President R. Duane Tackitt...... 85 George Washington Luncheon Carroll J. Collins ...... 86 Knight Essay Contest Richard L. Funk (#7)...... 87 1st Place: James Madison by Jordan Stephenson ...... 88 2nd Place: Major-General Nathanael Greene by Christopher Raborg 91 3rd Place: John Jay by Nick Thomas...... 94 MD 400 Board of Trustees Edward A. Foreman, Jr...... 97 MD 400 Ceremonies Bus Trip Edward A. Foreman, Jr...... 98 Medals & Awards R. Duane Tackitt ...... 100 Memorials & Graves Christopher T. Smithson...... 101 Memorial for Signing of Treaty of Paris ...... Christos Christou, Jr. 102 Patriot David Weem at St. Mark’s Chapel ...... William Smithson 104 Patriot Benjamin C. Wood Christopher Smithson...... 104 MPTV Telethon Jean S. Fugett, Sr...... 105 Newsletter Editor Christos Christou, Jr...... 105 Nominating Committee Ernest L. Irish...... 106 Outreach Education Edward A. Foreman, Jr...... 107 Patriots’ Ball Edward A. Foreman, Jr...... 107 ROTC/Outstanding Citizenship Awards Ernest L. Irish...... 107 Rumbaugh Orations Contest Christopher T. Smithson...... 108 SAR Auto Tags Carroll J. Collins ...... 108 Semi-Annual Meeting David W. Hoover ...... 108 Washington/Rochambeau Rev. Route (W3R) Robert E. Reyes...... 109 Webmaster W. Ian Towler ...... 111 Wreaths Across America C. Louis Raborg Jr...... 112 Yearbook Christos Christou, Jr...... 113 MDSSAR Contact Information...... 114 2009 SAR Calendar of Events...... 117
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor President R. Duane Tackitt 2008-2009
Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Report of the President Annual Report 2008-2009
Summary of Activities:
I met with the incoming President of the General Smallwood Chapter to discuss chapter activities and NSSAR outreach education programs. I have also scheduled a MDSSAR Executive Committee Meeting for July 26, 2008 to discuss the goals and objectives of the leadership team for 2008-2010.
Attended the NSSAR Consensus Conference held in Raleigh, NC on April 12-13, 2008. The goal of the meeting was the development of the core purpose for The Center for Advancing America’s Heritage. This included the strategy and scope of development of the capital campaign and identification of next steps to be taken prior to the 118 th Congress. There were approximately 25 participants in the program that include SAR members, and Headquarters Staff. The participants were divided into small discussion groups. Although PG Bruce Wilcox and PG Roland Downing attended the sessions, the focus group was led by an outside consultant. It was a very exciting meeting with many ideas and suggestions that the NSSAR Staff have taken back with them to develop into actionable items.
MDSSAR participated in the 118 th Annual Congress and was well represented with nine delegates plus guests. Dave Hoover and I along with our spouses hosted the traditional MDSSAR Hospitality Room; after a one year absence compatriots were happy to see the Maryland Sons BACK. Several of the General Officers, including PG Wilcox and PG Appleby join us. I was pleased to accept the following awards for MDSSAR and our members:
Certificate of Appreciation: Awarded to Chairmen or Vice Chairman of National Committees: Christos Christou, Jr. (Chairman of the Essay Contest Committee) Barrett L. McKown (Chairman of the Protocol Committee) Douglas B. Stuart (Chairman of the Investment Committee) R. Duane Tackitt (Support to the Center for Advancing America's Heritage Capitol Campaign) M Hall Worthington (VPG of the Mid-Atlantic District)
Liberty Medals Awarded to members who are the first line sponsor for 10 additional SAR members: Cecil Massie, Christopher Smithson, Kenneth Zimmerman, all received a bronze star in lieu of a second medal.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 1 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor MDSSAR Awards: • The Admiral William R. Furlong Memorial Award and Streamer (Flag Certificates Presented) John Watkins Chairman. • The Officers' Streamers Award (State Societies whose Presidents and National Trustees have attended both preceding Leadership Meetings and Annual Congress) • The CAR Activity Award and Streamer (State Society which has documented work with the Children of the American Revolution over the past year) • Partners in Patriotism Award John Hanson Chapter
Christian Ardinger Chapter Re-Vitalization Meeting occurred. At the June BOM, Jim Ballard was elected by the BOM to serve as the President with the charge of re-vitalizing the Washington County chapter. Several members of the Executive Committee including Ed Foreman, Chris Christou, Ernie Irish and myself attended the chapter meeting on August 4th. Several past members of the chapter attended and plans were made for a follow on meeting for October 16 th . President Ballard indicated that he had several new member prospects and would continue to solicit support for past members to become active in the chapter.
The second Executive Committee Meeting was conducted on November 15, 2008 . One of the highlights of the meeting was the establishment of the Regional Vice-President role for the vice- presidents. The 1st VP will be responsible for John Eager Howard, John Paul Jones, Charles Carroll of Carrollton, John Hanson, and Thomas stone Chapters. The 2nd VP will cover Sgt Lawrence Everhart, General William Smallwood, Christian Ardinger, Westminster, and Little Meadows Chapters, and the 3rd VP will cover Col. Nicholas Moore, Col. Henry Hollingsworth, Col. Tench Tilghman, Col. Aquila Hall, and Capt. John Smoot. The role of the Regional VP is to be the advocate for the chapters at the state and to facilitate the participation of the chapters in the outreach programs.
At the January BOM, the managers voted to post all minutes and reports on the MDSSAR Web Site, hoping to be environmentally friendly. Written hard copy reports are discouraged. It is anticipated that all officers and committee members would submit, electronically, a copy of their report to the Secretary, President and the web master. The Executive Committee agreed to meet again on January 24, 2009. Following are highlights of the meeting:
Endorsements – Executive Committee voted and the BOM concurred, to endorse David Sympson of Kentucky for Secretary General and Larry Guzy for Treasurer General as well as those candidates endorsed by the 2008 AMS Conference: President General Edward F. Butler of Texas Secretary General J. David Sympson, Kentucky Treasurer General Larry Guzy, Georgia Chancellor General James K. Say, Illinois Genealogist General Joseph Dooley, Virginia Registrar General Stephen A. Leishman, Delaware Historian General Lindsey Brock, Florida Librarian General Miles Dechant, Pennsylvania Surgeon General Dr Lee Crandall Park, Maryland Chaplain General Clark Wiser, North Carolina
Ivan Dooley reported on his suggestions for pins for MD 400 donations and asked for additional ideas. It was recommended that an additional collar or wreath with the words “Maryland 400” be added to the existing pin and be awarded to those members donating $1,000 or more. Five were presented at the George Washington Birthday Luncheon.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 2 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor
The BOM endorsed support of the W3R Program and will contribute half, $750, of the cost of the signs with the NSSAR GW Fund providing the balance. Compatriot Reyes, a new MDSSAR member, attended the January 10, 2009 BOM and provided an update on the program.
Several MDSSAR members, not nearly enough, attend the MPTV event which provided information to TV audience about the Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution and our outreach programs including contact information about our programs through our web site.
I represented MDSSAR at other society events including the MD DAR and the MD CAR at their annual conferences. With my visit to the John Hanson Chapter, I completed my goal of visiting all fifteen chapters. In addition, with the assistance of the MDSSAR Color Guard and other hardy souls from MDSSAR and the VASSAR I completed a second goal in dedicating the grave of a Maryland Patriot. The grave of Private Benjamin C. Wood at Congressional Cemetery was dedicated on Saturday, April 11, 2009. First Vice President Dave Hoover, in uniform, and I represented MDSSAR at the 266 th Birthday Ceremony for Thomas Jefferson at the Memorial on April 13, 2009. We presented a wreath from the society.
It has been a pleasure to represent the MDSSAR during 2008-2009 and at the Annual Meeting held on April 18, 2009 I reviewed some of the highlights of the year that include:
• Members met my challenge to get active in the affairs of the MDSSAR o Membership increased by 25 over the last period. • Thanks to Ian Towler, the MDSSAR Web Site is one of the finest in the nation. o Includes a New Member Program o Recently added, password protected, membership listing o Photos/news articles on the activities of the MDSSAR • Chapters are growing in participation with “infused” membership • Chapters ARE getting involved thanks to the support of the MDSSAR o Two Chapter Leadership Workshops were held o Created an atmosphere of sharing between the chapters • MDSSAR is recognized at the National Level o Dr. Lee Crandall Park will be nominated as the Surgeon General o Ian Towler was appointed Web Master for NSSAR. • With a the help of all, I succeeded in my personal goals o Attending all 15 Chapters o Revitalizing the Christian Ardinger Chapter o Conducted a Grave Marking for Maryland Patriot Benjamin C. Wood at Congressional Cemetery o Increasing membership • Re-established the MDSSAR Executive Committee to function in between BOM • Still work to be done on the Membership Application processing program.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 3 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Attached is a list of the activities that I attended during the year. Respectfully Submitted,
R. Duane Tackitt, CAPT, MSC, USN (Ret) President
Maryland Society Sons ofofof thethethe American Revolution
President’s Schedule of Events for 2008–2009
Date Chapter/State/National Event Location Contact 30 March 2008 John Paul Jones Chapter Meeting The Rising Sun Inn McKown 05 April 2008 John Eager Howard Meeting DAR Chapter House, Foreman Chapter Baltimore 06 April 2008 Charles Carroll of Meeting and Installation by Tom Mead’s House Mead Carrollton Chapter President Irish 08 April 2008 Sgt Lawrence Everhart Meeting Dutch’s Daughter Bruce Champion, Chapter Sec 12-13 April 2008 NSSAR Foundation Consensus Conference Raleigh, NC PG Wilcox 17 Apr 2008 DCSSAR Awards and Installation Fort McNair, DC Paul Hays 19 Apr 2008 MDSSAR BOM Annual Meeting Belair Mansion/Stables Tackitt 27 April 2008 MOWW Massing of the Colors Ft Meade, MD Did Not Attend 30 April 2008 Westminster Chapter Meeting 7:30 Dr. Cecil Massie’s House Dr. Massie Meeting 1 May 2008 Gen. Smallwood Chapter Awards Ceremony 6:30 Paint Branch HS Warner 3 May 2008 Col Tench Tilghman Installation of Officers 11:30 Heron Point 11:30 Warren Tewes Chapter 8 May 2008 Col. John E. Howard Memorial Service Old St. Paul’s Cemetery Robert Lyons Chapter 17 May 2008 Aquila Hall Chapter Meeting 2:00 PM The Grove Tackitt No Spencer Hunt 21 May 2008 Nichols Ruxton Moore Awards Ceremony 6:30 Towson Methodist Church King Barnes Chapter 22 May 2008 Gen. Smallwood Chapter Citizenship Award 7:00 Wheaton, H.S. Pat Warner 26 May 2008 MDSSAR Memorial Day Parade Washington, DC Tackitt Not Attending Color Guard Dave Hoover 26 May 2008 Gen Smallwood Chapter Memorial Day Event: 1030 Woodmont Triangle, MD Dr. Zimmerman 30 May 2008 Col Henry Hollingsworth Wreath Laying at Hollingsworth Elkton Cemetery Elkton, MD G. Noel Crawford, Chapter Grave Event: 1800 Pres.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 4 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Date Chapter/State/National Event Location Contact 5 Jun 2008 Gen Smallwood Chapter Meeting and Installation Alfios, Bethesda, MD Pat Warner 6:30??? 7 June 2008 Col. John Eager Howard Re-Dedication of Monument Grey Rock Mansion Chris Christou Chapter TBD 8 June 2008 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Grave Marking 3:00 PM Olivet Cemetery, 3:00 PM Bruce Champion Chapter 8 June 2008 Col. John Eager Howard Wreath Laying 9:00 AM Old St.Paul’s Cemetery Chris Christou Chapter 11 June 2008 MDSSAR Check Presentation to Friends Annapolis Ernie Irish of MD Archives 14 June 2008 MDSSAR BOM 9:00 AM Maryland Golf and Country Dave Hoover Club Bel Air, MD 28 June 2008 Thomas Stone Chapter General Meeting 11:30 Adams Rib Restaurant, Charles Boone, Prince Frederick, Calvert President County, 5–9 Jul 2008 NSSAR Congress Sacramento, CA 26 July 2008 MDSSAR Executive Committee Baltimore, MD Ivan Dooley 4 Aug 2008 Christian Ardinger Chapter Organizational Meeting Hagerstown, MD Jim Ballard 7 Aug 2008 Westminster Chapter Dinner/Social Meeting The Buttersburg Inn Union Charles Hedges Bridge, MD 8-9 Aug 2008 AMS Conference Princeton, NJ Moehler 24 Aug 2008 MDSSAR Maryland 400 Battle Week Brooklyn, NY Foreman Ceremony 30 Aug 2008 DAR /SAR/CAR Picnic "Picnic in the Country" at Boonsboro, MD 4 Sep 2008 General Smallwood Chapter Meeting Alfios, Bethesda, MD Pat Warner Chapter 6 Sep 2008 MDSSAR Chapter President Workshop Rips Country Inn, Bowie, Tackitt MD 12 Sep 2008 Little Meadows Chapter Chapter Meeting Penn Alps Restaurant Paul Shockey Grantsville, MD 14 Sep 2008 John E. Howard Chapter Rededication of the Monument Grey Rock Mansion, ED Foreman Ivan Pikesville, MD Dooley 14 Sep 2008 Col. Henry Hollingsworth Luncheon Kitty Knight House Noel Crawford Chapter Georgetown, MD 4 Oct 2008 MDSSAR BOM/ Semi Annual Meeting Reginald F. Lewis Museum Ed Foreman Baltimore, MD 9 Oct 2008 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Chapter Installation of Officers Dutch’s Daughter Mark Hoke Chapter Restaurant 23 Oct 2008 MDSSAR French Monument Ceremony Annapolis/3:30 Color Guard Hall Worthington 25 Oct 2008 Capt. John Smoot Chapter Luncheon Meeting Salisbury, MD Ray Jackson 15 Nov 2008 MDSSAR Executive Committee Baltimore, MD Ivan Dooley 15 Nov 2008 Nicholas Ruxton Moore Veterans Day Luncheon Lutherville, MD King Barnes Chapter 20 Nov 2008 Colonel Aquila Hall Dinner Meeting Forest Hill, MD Lou Raborg Not Chapter Attending 22 Nov 2008 Thomas Stone Chapter Christmas Party Casey Jones Restaurant La Charles Boone, Plata, 11:30 President 29 Nov 2008 DCSSAR Gerry Monument Dedication Congressional Cemetery Paul Hays 29 Nov 2008 DCSSAR Potowmack Ball Paul Hays 4 Dec 2008 General Smallwood Meeting Alfios, Bethesda, MD Pat Warner Chapter 6 Dec 2008 DESSAR Ratification Day Dinner Delaware National Country Steve Leishman Club 7 Dec 2008 SR of Maryland George Washington Luncheon The Engineers Club, Tom Shettle, Ed Baltimore Dickey, President 7 Dec 2008 MDSSAR MPTV Telethon MPTV 3:00 Jean Fugett, Sr. 13 Dec 2008 MDSSAR Wreaths Across America Annapolis National Lou Raborg Cemetery 12:00-3:00 13 Dec 2008 John Paul Jones Chapter Christmas Party Rising Sun House Barry McKown 3:00 to 5:00 19 Dec 2008 MDSSAR Patriots Ball Turf Valley CC Ed Foreman 3 Jan 2009 MDSSAR Col Aquila Hall Chapter Election and Installation Lou Raborg MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 5 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Date Chapter/State/National Event Location Contact 4 Jan 2009 MD DAR Triad of DAR, SAR, CAR DAR Chapter House Chris Christou/Guy Baltimore 22 Jan 2009 MDSSAR Charles Carroll of Carrollton Ellicott City Bare Bones Dave Embrey Chapter Restaurant 6:30 10 Jan 2009 MDSSAR BOM with 1812 Luncheon Maryland Club, Baltimore Christos 24 Jan 2009 MDSSAR Executive Committee Meeting Baltimore Ivan Dooley 8:00- 12:00 24 Jan 2009 MDSSAR John Eager Howard Chapter, Armory Jean Fugett Installation 16 Feb 2009 DCSSAR, DCDAR, Washington’s Birthday FT Meyer O’Club Hays DCCAR Luncheon 21 Feb 2009 MDSSAR Washington’s Birthday Eagle’s Nest, Towson Carroll Collins Luncheon 5-7 Mar 2009 NSSAR Spring Leadership Meeting Brown Louisville, KY 17 Mar 2009 MDSSAR John Hanson Chapter Meeting Mama Stella’s 6:30 Social Doug Stuart 7:00 Dinner 21 Mar 2009 MDSSAR Tench Tilghman Chapter Ivan Dooley Installation 21 Mar 2009 MDCAR Annual Meeting Awards Double Tree Annapolis 6:00 Chris Christou Presented by SAR PM Dinner 21 Mar 2009 MDSSAR Chapter Workshop Rips Country Inn, Bowie, Tackitt MD 26 Mar 2009 MD DAR Annual Conference Turf Valley Country Club Barbara Carpenter Greetings 5:30 Reception 6:30 Dinner 8:00 Program 28 Mar 2009 MDSSAR Thomas Stone Chapter Leonardtown, 12:00 PM Charles Boone Installation 4 Apr 2009 MDSSAR Nicholas Ruxton Moore Installation of Officers Dave Hoover Chapter 13 Apr 2009 MDSSAR DCSSAR Thomas Jefferson Birthday Jefferson Memorial Paul Hays? 16 Apr 2009 ILSSAR Gen. Joseph Bartholomew Jay Cummins Induction Chapter 18 Apr 2009 MDSSAR BOM/Annual Membership Dave Hoover Meeting
Picture of the Challenge Coin that President Tackitt presented to the attendees of the State Board meetings during his term.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 6 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor State Officers 2008-2009
President...... R. Duane Tackitt (#2) 202-548-8524 [email protected] 1st Vice President ...... David W. Hoover (#9) 410-893-0856 [email protected] 2nd Vice President ...... Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) 410-661-0139 [email protected] 3rd Vice President...... Ivan V. Dooley, Jr. (#4) 410-668-8624 [email protected] Secretary...... Rev. Christos Christou, Jr. (#4) 410-574-5467 [email protected] …Assistant Secretary...... Roger V. Buck (#10) 410-730-0317 [email protected] Treasurer...... Barrett L. McKown (#6) 410-798-4531 [email protected] …Assistant Treasurer ...... C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) 410-879-2246 [email protected] Registrar...... Kenneth E. Zimmerman (#10) 410-461-2097 [email protected] Historian ...... Robert E. Lyons (#4) 410-747-3271 [email protected] Organizing Secretary ...... Jean S. Fugett Sr. (#4) 410-922-9517 [email protected] Genealogist...... C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) 410-879-2246 [email protected] …Genealogist Emeritus ...... Henry C. Peden, Jr. (#9) 410-879-8717 [email protected] Chancellor ...... Jean S. Fugett Jr. (#4) 410 945 7110 [email protected] Chaplain ...... Rev. Partee J. Boliek, Jr. (#5) 410-592-3810 …Assistant Chaplain...... Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) 410-282-0758 [email protected] …Deputy Chaplain...... Rev. Frederick W. Pyne (#1) 301-644-1776 [email protected] Surgeon...... Lee Crandall Park, MD (#5) 410-323-2435 [email protected] National Trustee Elect...... Ernest L. Irish (#14) 301-934-8709 [email protected] Alternate National Trustee Elect ...... Douglas B. Stuart (#11) 301-292-5961 [email protected]
Current Past Presidents W. King Barnes, Jr. (#5) ...... Apr-84 Granville W. Wehland (#18)...... Apr-86 Henry P. Laughlin (#1)...... Apr-87 Herbert L. Baer, Sr. (#11) ...... Apr-89 Barrett L. McKown (#6)...... Apr-91 James A. McCafferty (#11)...... Apr-92 Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4)...... Apr-93 John H. Vandegriff (#2)...... Apr-94 William C. Austin, Jr. (#10) ...... Apr-96 Raymond N. Zimmerman, Jr. (#6) ...... Apr-97 Cecil M. Massie, Sr. (#13)...... Apr-99 M. Hall Worthington (#6)...... Oct-00 James R. Dearworth, MD (#7) ...... Apr-03 Douglas B. Stuart (#11) ...... May-04 Carroll J. Collins (#11) ...... Apr-05 Christos Christou, Jr. (#4)...... Mar-06 Ernest L. Irish (#14) ...... Mar-07
BOARD OF MANAGERS Class of 2006-2009 Class of 2007-2010 Class of 2008-2011 John H. Beakes, Jr. (#10) [email protected] Robert J. Ayres (#9) [email protected] Christopher Johnston VI (#5) [email protected] Joseph L. Collins (#12) [email protected] Christopher C Beck Sr. (#6) [email protected] Richard L. Funk (#7) [email protected] Joseph P. Moore (#2) [email protected] Ivan V. Dooley Jr. (#4) [email protected] Michael A. Irish (#12) [email protected] Charles J. Wells (#2) [email protected] Warren D. Tewes (#8) [email protected] Frederick L. Howard (#12) [email protected] Glenn H. Whidden (#11) [email protected] James G. Ballard Jr. (#1) [email protected] J. Jeffrey Hutter, Sr. (#15) [email protected]
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 7 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Past Presidents MDSSAR Presidents (Year Elected) 1. Edward W. LeCompte...... 1889 44. Walter G. Parker...... 1957 2. Bradley T. Johnson...... 1890 45. Seeber K. Bodine ...... 1958 3. Philip D. Laird...... 1893 46. Laurence P. Sangston...... 1960 4. William R. Griffith...... 1894 47. Levi R. Dukes...... 1962 5. Joseph L. Brent...... 1896 48. Claude B. Hellman ...... 1963 6. William R. Griffith...... 1899 49. Joseph X. Harris...... 1964 7. Edwin Warfield...... 1900 50. Harold E. Wilmoth ...... 1966 8. James D. Iglehart...... 1903 51. J. King B.E. Seegar, Jr...... 1968 9. Henry Stockbridge, Jr...... 1906 52. Wilson K. Barnes, Sr...... 1970 10. George R. Gaither...... 1907 53. Virgil A. Halbert ...... 1972 11. Yates Stirling...... 1909 54. Warren A. Burdette...... 1974 12. Clinton L. Riggs...... 1910 55. Carl F. Bessent...... 1976 13. George W. Hyde...... 1912 56. Clement D. Erhardt, Jr...... 1978 14. Lawrason Riggs...... 1914 57. James W. Wilson...... 1980 15. John M. Reifsnider...... 1916 58. Richard C. Schlenker ...... 1981 16. James E. Hancock...... 1918 59. Earl M. Altizer...... 1982 17. James H. Preston...... 1919 60. Charles H. Williams...... 1983 18. Osborne I. Yellott...... 1921 61. W. King Barnes, Jr...... 1984 19. Herbert B. Flowers...... 1922 62. Elmer M. Jackson, Jr...... 1985 20. Thomas M. Maynadier...... 1923 63. Granville W. Wehland...... 1986 21. Henry F. Baker...... 1925 64. Henry P. Laughlin...... 1987 22. Ernest J. Clark...... 1927 65. Charles B. Slaughter ...... 1988 23. Thiemann S. Offutt...... 1929 66. Herbert L. Baer, Sr...... 1989 24. Greenbury R. Sappington...1931 67. Robert H. McIntire ...... 1990 25. Philip S. Morgan...... 1933 68. Barrett L. McKown...... 1991 26. Alexander Armstrong...... 1935 69. James A. McCafferty...... 1992 27. Lewis A. Rice...... 1937 70. Lester A. Foster, Jr...... 1993 28. Frederick M. Supplee...... 1939 71. John H. Vandegriff...... 1994 29. Joseph N. Stockett...... 1941 72. John F. Burk, Jr...... 1995 30. Warren K. Magruder...... 1942 73. William C. Austin, Jr...... 1996 31. George W.S. Musgrave...... 1943 74. Raymond N. Zimmerman, Jr. .. 1997 32. Clayton DeMarest, Jr...... 1944 75. L.E. Kielman...... 1998 33. Howard W. Jackson...... 1945 76. Cecil M. Massie, Sr...... 1999 34. Stanley D. Kolb...... 1946 77. William F. Wakefield...... 2000 35. George S. Robertson...... 1947 78. M. Hall Worthington...... 2000 36. Ernest J. Clark, Jr...... 1949 79. Ray R. Potter, Sr...... 2002 37. Charles W. Cole...... 1950 80. James R. Dearworth...... 2003 38. Chase Ridgely, Sr...... 1951 81. Douglas B. Stuart ...... 2004 39. Henry P. Hopkins...... 1953 82. Carroll J. Collins ...... 2005 40. Henry S. Shryock...... 1954 83. Christos Christou, Jr...... 2006 41. Duane R. Rice...... 1955 84. Ernest L. Irish ...... 2007 42. Myron W. Hutchinson, Jr....1956 85. R. Duane Tackitt...... 2008 43. George W. P. Whip...... 1956
The Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution was established on April 20, 1889 at Annapolis MD on the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord (April 19, 1775). Our National Society was organized on April 30, l889 --the 100 th anniversary of the inauguration of George Washington as our nation's first President under the new constitution. The National Society was chartered by an Act of the United States Congress on June 6, l906 signed by President Theodore Roosevelt who was a member of the SAR. The charter authorizes the granting of charters to societies of the various states and territories and authorizes the state societies to charter chapters within their borders. The Society membership now boasts the membership of 16 U.S. Presidents, Kings, Congressmen, Generals, and other professionals from all ranks of life.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 8 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor 1st Vice President David W. Hoover
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 9 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 10 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor 2nd Vice President Edward A. Foreman Jr.
This past year has been a very interesting and learning experience. Many improvements to our MDSSAR have been instituted. The link in communication has been vastly improved, with the state being split up into three areas, Eastern Shore, Western Maryland, and Central Maryland. I have had the pleasure this year, to travel to Western Maryland. In addition to visiting I had the pleasure to present several Service Medals, Past President Pins and Appreciation Certificates.
As Chairman of the Patriots Ball Committee, I finished three years of working with many Patriotic Organizations. I congratulate, the people on my committee for their hard work and dedication, that has made this Ball, a very successful activity.
After many years we returned to Long Island N.Y., the scene of the Battle of Brooklyn, where the Maryland 400 stood the attack of the entire force of the British Army. I had the Honor to chair this event.
President Tackitt instituted an Officers Workshop for our Chapters, I hope this Workshop continues in the future. The Executive Board met several times, and many worth while ideas were balanced around.
I have enjoyed my time as your 2nd . Vice President, and I hope to continue, to serve you, as we strive to make the Maryland Society, one of the leading Societies in the National Society Sons of the American Revolution.
Respectively Submitted, Edward Addison Foreman, Jr. 2nd . V.P., MDSSAR
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 11 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor 3rd Vice President Ivan V. Dooley Jr.
REPORT OF THIRD VICE PRESIDENT
On 21 July 2008 the first MDSSAR Executive Committee meeting was held at the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore. At this meeting it was decided that the three Vice Presidents would become Regional Vice Presidents with the fifteen chapters divided equally among them.
In September 2008 I visited Colonel Henry Hollingsworth Chapter at the historic Kitty Knight House in Georgetown, Kent County.
In March 2009 I visited Colonel Tench Tilghman Chapter at Herron Point in Chestertown also in Kent County. There, representing MDSSAR President Tackitt, I installed the chapter officers for the ensuing year.
At this same Executive Committee Meeting it was also decided to create a new MD 400 Pin for those members that have contributed $1,000 or more to the Maryland Four Hundred Fund. As Chairman of this Fund, I designed and procured a new medal which was presented to those members that were qualified to receive them at the Washington Birthday Luncheon in February.
Ivan V. Dooley Third Vice President MDSSAR
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 12 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Secretary Christos Christou, Jr.
In 1996 I became active at the state society level with my first Board meeting that John Watkins took me to. From that point on, I didn’t stop. I volunteered for many posts including Asst. Secretary and took minutes for years at the State board meetings. I took the minutes and enjoyed the role and glimpsed the tremendously important role of Secretary and thought about it for a while as something I might do. When things started to get disorganized with the Secretary role in 2004 and we had complaints that applications were not being sent to National timely or being mishandled and lost, I ran for the Secretary position in 2004. However in 2002 I put my hat into the ring for State President and got into the lineups of Vice Presidents so was also 2 nd VP in 2004. I explained that I would do it for a year until a Secretary was found since I could not be President and Secretary during my term in 2006. Duane Tackitt took the job with me assisting and doing all the bulk mailing during his term.
After I served as President I ran again for Secretary again and thought I would keep the role for years as I have truly enjoyed it and have received many compliments for my quick turn around and tenacity to get the job done and knowledge of our organization. However as many of you know, the past two years in my personal life has been increasingly pulling my time and resources away from my extracurricular activities and so I made a tough decision to resign from the role I truly loved. I have also resigned from several committees and activities that I have been involved in over the many years since becoming a member. I find that my free time better spent with my family while the kids are young. I became active at an age almost 30 years younger than most so I can always say I will see you again in 30 years but that is not true. I may be a lot more active in 30 years but I don’t plan to be that far away. I just can’t assume formal roles that leave me less time with family and require me to meet specific deadlines. I look forward to my continued attendance and participation in events but on a more limited and advisory basis. I think it is also time for me to enjoy my Senior Past President status as many other Past Presidents have done.
As for my final annual reports, this yearbook is one and I have reported the new members and supplementals under the Registrar’s report and completed the deaths for the year under the Chaplain’s report. Please see those reports for more information. The minutes follow this report in the yearbook too. I have attended more functions than I can list this year with 1812, SAR, CAR, and DAR and enjoyed them all. I look forward to our continued success and wish our new Secretary all the best.
Respectfully submitted,
Christos Christou, Jr. Former Secretary, MDSSAR, 2005-2009
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 13 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Meeting Minutes Christos Christou, Jr. Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Annual Meeting April 19, 2008 At the Belair Mansion & Stables in Bowie, Maryland
President Ernest Irish called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Invocation was done by Rev. Partee Boliek, Jr., Pledge of Allegiance led by Duane Tackitt, Pledge to the SAR led by David Hoover, the Americans Creed led by Ed Foreman.
President: Ernest Irish had 1st Vice President Duane Tackitt speak first as he was going to go setup for the Luncheon. 1st Vice President Tackitt mentioned that he had submitted a written Annual Report to Secretary Rev. Christou and also mentioned about attending a dedication at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in Washington, D.C.
Old/New Business: President Ernest Irish skipped to Old Business due to time issues and talked about the New York Monument at Prospect Park. He mentioned that the letter that he had sent to the Maryland Monuments Commission had by approved. It was also mentioned at that time that the bus trip to Prospect Park is scheduled for August 16 th . Furthermore, President Irish talked about the Friends of the Maryland Archives project. He mentioned that the National SAR George Washington Endowment Committee had tabled the request at the Spring Leadership Meeting from the Maryland Society in regards to receiving funds for the Friends of Maryland State Archives Project for a display case for George Washington’s Resignation letter as Commander and Chief of the Continental Army.
A motion was made by C. Louis Raborg, Jr. that the Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution give $5,000 to the Friends of the Maryland Archives. The motion was seconded by Edward A. Foreman, Jr. After further discussion the motion was carried.
President Irish then went onto New Business and discussed the MDSSAR Website. Kenneth E. Zimmerman, submitted a report to President Irish to have the BOM approve a contract for a webmaster asking for $2,500. A motion was given by Charles H. Hill to authorize $2,700 for contracting a website developer in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The motion was seconded by David Hoover and after several discussions the motion was carried.
3rd Vice President Edward A. Foreman, Jr. stated that he needed to have a motion to have a contract approved for the bus trip to Prospect Park in New York. The motion was given and seconded by Wilson King Barnes, Jr. and after some discussion the motion was carried.
By-Laws Chairman, Roger V. Buck submitted several By-Law changes that he distributed out in writing to everyone present. Roger went over each change which had some discussion. The following articles were agreed on and motions were made. Article IV (Chapters) seconded by James Ballard; first reading of Article III (Elections, Meetings and Committees) Section 1, seconded by Wilson King Barnes, Jr.; first reading of Article III (Duties of the Officers) Section 2 (Vice Presidents); first reading Article VI (Maryland Society Life Membership Fund) Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 seconded by Wilson King Barnes, Jr.; final approval will be voted on at the June, 2008 BOM Meeting.
2nd Vice President: David Hoover talked about the event at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial in Washington, D.C. 3rd Vice President: Edward A. Foreman, Jr. had already spoken about his activity with planning the bus trip to New York. Secretary’s Report: Since Christos Christou was not present the minutes were taken by State Genealogist, Christopher T. Smithson. The minutes of the previous meeting from January were passed out. Warren Tewes stated that in the January minutes it mentioned that the Tench Tilghman Chapter had not submitted when in fact that they had emailed a report to Secretary Christou. J. Patrick Warner from the Gen. William Smallwood Chapter had also made the same previous remark. The corrections were approved. A motion was made by Rev. Partee J. Boliek, Jr. and seconded by Wilson King Barnes, Jr. Treasurer’s Report: Barry McKown presented a written treasurer’s report. Wilson King Barnes, Jr. moved to accept the Treasurer’s Report. C. Louis Raborg, Jr. seconded and the motion carried. A motion was made to approve the budget for the coming year (2008- 2009) which was voted on and carried.
Registrar’s Report: Ken Zimmerman was absent and submitted a written report of his activities. The following new applications were reviewed by the State Registrar for approval, Robert George Achtmeyer (Anc. Samuel Quimby); Ian David Beed (Anc. Patrick Causey); Jeremy David Embrey (Anc. Robert Kemp); Donald Bryant Fuqua (Anc: Little Berry Wells); Jerry Floyd Neil (Anc. Jacob Blough); and Frederick George Stenton (Anc. Ichabod Packard). The following supplemental applications were reviewed by the State Registrar for approval Frederic Daniel Forney, Sr. (Anc. John Lesher, Henry Forney, Peter Wyatt, John Harmon, Sr., John Kunkle (Conkle), Ephraim Simmons, Jr., Joseph Wenger, and John Koller); William A. Loy (Anc. Sigmond Ours). Roger V. Buck moved to accept the Registrar’s Report. VPG M. Hall Worthington seconded and the motion carried. MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 14 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor
Historian’s Report: No Report. Organizing Secretary’s Report: No report. Genealogist’s Report: No report. Genealogist’s Emeritus Report: No report. Chancellor’s Report: No report. Chaplain’s Report: No report. Surgeon’s Report: No Report. National Trustee: No Report. Alternate National Trustee: No Report Past Presidents: King Barnes, Barry McKown, John Vandegriff, Hall Worthington, Doug Stuart gave remarks for the good of the Society.
Chapter Reports : #1 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart : A written report was presented by Chapter Secretary James Ballard. #2 General William Smallwood: A written report was submitted to Yearbook Editor Christou. John Vandegriff from the Smallwood Chapter also spoke about needing a speaker for their Veteran’s Luncheon. #3 Christian Ardinger: President Irish stated that he was working with James Ballard on getting the Ardinger Chapter back in business. #4 Colonel John Eager Howard: Edward A. Foreman, Jr. reported for Chapter President Robert E. Lyons that they will be having their ceremony at Grey Rock on June 7th to rededicate the Howard monument. #5 Colonel Nicholas Ruxton Moore: Charles Hill reported on the health of Ed Cassedy and that he had been sworn in as President of the Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore Chapter. He stated that he submitted a report for the Yearbook to Christou and that they will be having an upcoming meeting on May 21 st where they will be giving their Outstanding Citizenship Awards with newly elected State President Duane Tackitt. #6 John Paul Jones: Barry McKown stated that they had submitted a report for the yearbook. #7 Colonel Henry Hollingsworth: Dick Funk spoke on behave of the Hollingsworth Chapter and stated that they are all working together with Chapter President Noel Crawford who stepped up as President after the death of President Robert L. Seay, IV. #8 Colonel Tench Tilghman: Warren Tewes talked about their upcoming meeting on May 3rd . Their speaker is from Washington College. #9 Colonel Aquila Hall: David Hoover, newly elected Chapter President, Lou Raborg and Bill Smithson all spoke on the chapters activities. The next chapter meeting will be at “The Grove” the home of signer of the Bush Declaration, Samuel Calwell on May 17 th . The chapter will also be having a table at the Decoy Festival in Havre de Grace the first weekend in May to do membership recruitment for SAR. #10 Charles Carroll of Carrollton: Newly elected Chapter President David Embrey spoke briefly on the chapter’s activities. #11 John Hanson: Doug Stuart provided a written report for the chapter’s yearly activities for the yearbook. #12 Capt. John Smoot: Mike Irish spoke on behalf of Chapter President Raymond Jackson and provided a written report. #13 Westminster: Jim Engler spoke on behalf of Chapter President Cecil Massie and stated that they had submitted a report for the yearbook. #14 Thomas Stone: President Irish reported on the Chapter’s activities. #15 Little Meadows: No report.
Committee Reports: Americanism: C. Louis Raborg, Jr. spoke about the poster contest and the interest in the contest in Harford County. It was mentioned that the state society was not currently sponsoring it. C. Louis Raborg, Jr. asked if the BOM would consider sponsoring the contest. A motion was made by VPG M. Hall Worthington to give the winner of the Americanism poster contest $150. The motion was seconded by J. Patrick Warner and carried. Color Guard: David Hoover talked about the upcoming events with the Color Guard and said that the Color Guard needs more members. Outreach Education: Ed Foreman spoke briefly about the Outreach Education program. Patriots Ball: The 2008 Patriots Ball will be held on December 19th at Turf Valley. Memorials and Graves: Robert E. Lyons was absent however they discussed a new marker that was created for members and patriots. Tell-A-Thon: Ed Foreman talked on behalf of Jean Fugett, Sr. about the Tell-A-Thon. ROTC: President Irish spoke briefly about the ROTC Awards. Orations: Christopher T. Smithson stated that he had a contestant from the Severn School and that the person will be presenting her speech at the Annual Meeting after lunch. SAR License Tags: President Irish spoke about the SAR License Tags for your car. You may purchase the new tags for a $15 transfer fee. However the form from the MVA has to be signed by chairman, Carroll Collins.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 15 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Move to adjourn was presented by President Irish. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned. Everyone was invited to attend the luncheon. At the beginning of the luncheon, the color guard directed by Commander David Hoover presented the colors, follow by Colonel _____ a member of the United States Air Force sang the National Anthem. After the Luncheon, the members and guests listened to the Oration Contest chaired by Christopher T. Smithson. The orator was Evalyse Renee Limon from Pasadena, Maryland who is a junior at the Severn School. Evalyse’s speech was entitled “Fortitude: America’s Path to Freedom”. After she spoke she was presented a check for $400 by state chairman, Christopher T. Smithson on behalf of the society and will be representing the society at the National Congress in Sacramento, California in July. The members and guests then listened to speaker, Pamela Williams. President Irish then presented awards to the following members: SAR/CAR Silver Medal to Christopher T. Smithson and Kyle Tipton; Bronze Good Citizenship Medal to James Ballard; Silver Good Citizenship to Edward A. Foreman, Jr.; a Meritorious Service Medal to Rev. Christos Christou, Jr. and the Distinguished Service Medal to VPG M. Hall Worthington.
President Irish then presented the list of nominations for the 2008-2009 Calendar year. He then called for nominations from the floor. C. Louis Raborg, Jr. nominated Christopher T. Smithson for the office of State Registrar which was seconded by David Hoover. The motion was made to cast the ballot for all of the nominations but the State Registrar’s office, the motion was seconded and carried. The State Registrar office was voted on by the members present between the nominee Kenneth E. Zimmerman and Christopher T. Smithson. Kenneth E. Zimmerman won the vote.
M. Hall Worthington, Vice-President General of the Mid-Atlantic District sworn in the newly elected state officers and handed the gavel over to the 85 th President of the Maryland Society, R. Duane Tackitt.
Respectfully recorded and submitted by Christopher T. Smithson, acting Secretary.
The following members and guests were present:
Members present: § Board Member ¥ Past President (and Permanent Board member) 1. Robert J. Ayres § 11. David W. Hoover § 21. Douglas B. Stuart ¥ 2. James G. Ballard § 12. President Ernest L. Irish § 22. R. Duane Tackitt § 3. W. King Barnes Jr. ¥ 13. Michael A. Irish 23. Warren D. Tewes § 4. Partee J. Boliek Jr. § 14. Stephen A. Leishman 24. Daniel A. Tipton 5. Roger V. Buck § 15. Barrett L. McKown ¥ 25. John H. Vandegriff ¥ 6. David H. Embrey § 16. Lee Crandall Park § 26. J. Patrick Warner 7. James F. Engler Sr. 17. C. Louis Raborg Jr. 27. M. Hall Worthington ¥ 8. Edward A. Foreman, Jr. § 18. C.S. “Jack” Schrodel Jr. 9. Richard L. Funk 19. Christopher T. Smithson § Guests 10. Charles H. Hill § 20. William P. Smithson 1. Robert G. Achtmeyer
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 16 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Board of Managers Meeting June 14, 2008 At the Maryland Golf and Country Club in Bel Air, Maryland
President Tackitt called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. Invocation presented by Chaplain Rev. Partee Boliek, Pledge of Allegiance : led by 1st VP David Hoover, Pledge to the SAR : led by 2nd VP Edward A. Foreman Jr., and the Americans Creed : led by 3rd VP Ivan V. Dooley. President: President Tackitt reported on his activities since his election including the installation of officers for the Tilghman Chapter. President Tackitt asked each person in the room to get up and introduce themselves. His President Project will be grave markings and membership development including Member Anniversaries and to give 50-year pins to 50-year members. He also reported that he will attempt to fill the open positions of the committee chairmen including Eagle Scouts and Memorials and Graves and Yearbook and Newsletter Editor. He has filled the Webmaster position with new member Ian Towler which he will speak to more about later. 1st Vice President: David Hoover gave a verbal report of his activities as Vice President, Chapter President and Color Guard Commander. 2nd Vice President: Ed Foreman provided written report of his activities as 2nd VP including the upcoming NY bus trip which will have plans finalized this week. 3rd Vice President: Ivan Dooley had no report. Secretary’s Report: Christos Christou provided written report of his activities since the last meeting and apologized for not making the Annual meeting due to son’s Boy Scout Regional Pinewood Derby race that he attended. Christou provided copy of the minutes of the last meeting that were taken by Christopher Smithson in his absence. Christou moved that the minutes be accepted as presented and the motion was seconded and carried. A moment of silence was asked in the memory of past President Ray Potter. Treasurer’s Report: Barry McKown presented the treasurer’s report indicating since the last report we had an income of $1803.07 principally from $216 for the last board meeting, $795 for applications and $517.07 for interest. We however had expenditures of $6977.35 which principally included the $5150 grant for the MD Archives to support the encasement of the George Washington Resignation Letter, $595 for applications, and $830 for the Oration winner expenses. King Barnes moved that the report be accepted and the motion was seconded and carried. Registrar’s Report: Kenneth Zimmerman reported that he had a lot of activity since the last meeting and proposed the following new members and supplementals be approved by the board.
Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel Supplemental Brenneman, Abraham Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel Supplemental Stauffer, Abraham Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel Supplemental Sterling, Travers Deering, Donald Arthur Application Gardner, Benjamin Deering, Justin Glenn Application Howe, Timothy Sr. Erkelenz, William George Application Cross, Uriah Gardner, Allen Leslie Application Gardner, Benjamin Gardner, Ira Henry Application Gardner, Benjamin Mills, Mark Christopher Application Brown, George Perdue, Robert Eugene Application Purdy, Mentor Pin Price, Richard Foard Application Price, Benjamin Somers, John Ray Application Milligan, Isaac
Historian’s Report: Robert E. Lyons was not in attendance and no report submitted. Organizing Secretary’s Report: Jean Fugett Sr. reported on his attempts to get another MD Public TV program going for this year. President Tackitt asked for him to get available dates and get back to the Board with those dates. Genealogist’s Report: C. Louis Raborg reported on his work to help prospects and to contact chapters to get names of who he can work with at the chapter level. He has taken the prospect list and will be working through the names. Genealogist Emeritus Report: Hank Peden was not in attendance. Chancellor’s Report: Jean Fugett Jr. reported that he had no issues before him but would welcome any invitations to attend a youth event to give a presentation which he does currently. Chaplain’s Report: Partee Boliek Jr. indicated that he needed SAR condolence cards as he has been picking up his own. He also indicated that if any one reports the demise of a member or spouse, to please provide contact information for the family so he can send them a card. He also reported on his attendance of the funeral of Past President Ray Potter. Surgeon’s Report: Lee Park was not in attendance and had no report. MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 17 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor National Trustee: National Trustee Elect Ernest Irish reported that he had no report as he had not been installed yet at National which will occur in July. Current National Trustee Christou gave a verbal report on the upcoming events at National Congress including proposed by law changes and the mistakes that were made regarding Chaplain General. The information passed out by President Tackitt was the older version and that a corrected version has been resent. The new language will not require a Chaplain General to be a Christian. Christou reported that the issue was raised on SARTALK (National’s official email communication group) and corrected immediately. Also Christou reported that he had the delegate forms for those attending the Congress. All the others who were not there were given to President Tackitt to take with him. Alternate National Trustee: Alt. Nat. Trustee Elect Douglas Stuart indicated that he would be at National and serves on the Finance Audit committee. Past Presidents: King Barnes indicated how impressed he was with the reports and activities of our society, Barry McKown had no additional comments, John Vandegriff praised the board, Doug Stuart had no additional comments, Christos Christou had no additional report. Chapter Reports : #1 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart: Mark Hoke was not in attendance and no report was submitted #2 General William Smallwood: Pat Warner reported that his chapter presented their Eagle Scout winner an award. #3 Christian Ardinger: Christou indicated he had a report and proposal but President Tackitt requested that it be held until New business. #4 Colonel John Eager Howard: Ed Foreman reported for Lyons who was out of the Country. He indicated that the Chapter will have a Howard Monument Rededication after its moving from the corner of the Grey Rock mansion to the front courtyard. Christou also reported that the Chapter is undertaking a project to install new headstones and SAR markers at Old St. Paul’s Cemetery and the first one for Griffith Evans has already been ordered. President Tackitt reported on his interest to have Samuel Hanson’s grave marked by the MDSSAR at Congressional Cemetery as the wife of Paul Hays’ of DCSSAR is now the President of the Cemetery Association. #5 Colonel Nicholas Ruxton Moore: King Barnes reported that Charlie Hill was out of town and provided a written report of their activities including 249 certificates to Harford Hills Elementary, 7 JROTC certificates and 19 Award certificates and the Chapter Award called James Devereux Award to Mrs. Joan Bauner. He reported that Ian Towler a new member will be our new webmaster and has great ideas for what to do with the website. President Tackitt indicated that Ian will work with Ken Zimmerman and any information should be sent to Ken who will provide it to Ian for posting so as to keep a central point of contact. #6 John Paul Jones: Barry reported for the chapter and said they have no members but no upcoming planned meetings yet and that many of their members no longer get out to events. #7 Colonel Henry Hollingsworth: Noel Crawford reported on his interest in learning about fundraisers other chapters are doing. David Hoover and Bill Smithson reported their gun raffle that they do which raises money for grave markings but involves attending gun shows and other public events to sell the tickets. He also reported on a prospect whose application was sent to Christou. #8 Colonel Tench Tilghman: Jack Stenger was not in attendance but submitted a written report. Christou read some of the important points including the election of new officers, their JROTC Winner Spencer Matthews who won the State competition (and was in attendance at the meeting with his father). #9 Colonel Aquila Hall: David Hoover gave a verbal report of the upcoming activities of the chapter including a John Archer memorial. #10 Charles Carroll of Carrollton: Ken Zimmerman had no report. #11 John Hanson: President Douglas Stuart provided a written report on such items as their past Chapter Founder Henry A. Hamann passed away and that his chapter would be installing a SAR Compatriot marker. He also reported on 43 awards his chapter handed out. #12 Capt. John Smoot: Ray Jackson reported on the Chapter presentation of Bronze JROTC awards and Outstanding Citizenship Awards. #13 Westminster: Cecil Massie was not in attendance and no report was submitted. #14 Thomas Stone: Charles Boone was not in attendance but Irish verbally reported on his chapter activities. #15 Little Meadows: Paul Shockey was not in attendance and no report was submitted. Committee Reports : • American Flag John B. Watkins (#4) sent a written report which Christos Christou read. He reported that we will win the Furlong National Flag Award again this year and asked all chapters to issue at least one Flag Certificate. • Americanism Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) was not in attendance and no report was submitted. Lou Raborg spoke on the Americanism Committee and reported that a winner was selected and the runner’s up. All the entrants were on display at the meeting. The winner will go on to national with David Hoover for National judging.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 18 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor • Annual Meeting* (1st Vice President) David Hoover reported that he is working on the final plans for the Annual meeting to be held in Towson on April 18 th . • Atlantic Middle States Conference 2008 will be held at the Westin Princeton Hotel in Princeton NJ this year and invitations have been mailed out. It is the same date as the John Archer Memorial and the CAR Packet/Volleyball meeting so some MD members will not be attending. • Budget/Audit/Finance Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) was not in attendance and no report was submitted. • Bylaws/Constitution Roger V. Buck (#10) presented new Bylaw changes and presented copies of the Policies and Procedures approved at the January 12 th meeting. Buck read the changes as some were first readings and others second readings. Christou reported that these could be read as the final reading as he proposed them at the January board meeting. A discussion was held about whether the reading in January could be counted as the first reading, so a vote was taken on Christou’s motion to count the January reading as the first reading so that this reading could be final, it was seconded by Jean Fugett Jr and passed. So the changes made to the bylaws became final. First change: Article III Section 1 adding the Past Presidents to the Nominating committee as voting members and removing the requirement that the two other committee members not being a member of the board. Roger Buck made a motion to accept and Lou Raborg seconded and the motion passed. Article III Section 2 ordering of the VP duties (no text changes) and Roger Buck made a motion and it was seconded by Ed Foreman and the motion passed. Article VI Section 1, 2, 3, 4 removing the Life Fund info and indicating it was now closed. Roger Buck made motion and it was seconded by King Barnes and the motion passed. • CAAH Fundraising Carroll J. Collins (#11) was not in attendance and no report was submitted. • CAR/DAR/SAR Liaison Guy E. Almony, Jr. (#4) submitted a written report on the upcoming events including the Eastern Regional in Baltimore, The Packet Meeting/Volleyball Game in Crofton, the Work Day at Perry point VA Hospital, and the fundraiser to raise money for the Veterans in the Paws for Patriots Project. • Color Guard Commander David W. Hoover (#9) asked for anyone who needs Color Guard to attend there events to get in touch with him. • Eagle Scouts – Open. President Tackitt reported that he will handle the program until a Chairman is appointed. • Executive Committee* (President) – President Tackitt reported that the Committee will meet on July 26 th . • George Washington Luncheon Carroll J. Collins (#11) was not in attendance but President Tackitt reported that the luncheon will be on Feb 21. • Knight Essay Contest Richard L. Funk (#7) submitted a written report that the contest for Essay will start again in August and that the winners have been asked for copies of their essay to post to the website. • MD 400 Board of Trustees* (3rd Vice President) • MD 400 Ceremonies Bus Trip – Ed Foreman (#4) reported that the trip will be August 16 th and 16 hours long. It will pick up at the Beltway 32A and head up 95. The cost will be $25 with luncheon separate. He will finalize and get more details including a second stop up in North 95 area. He will notify everyone within the week. McKown and Irish indicated that the MD Military Monument commission has been notified about the sad state of the monument and that a vote will be coming up in July to address it. • Medals & Awards - Open • Memorials & Graves – Open • Newsletter Editor – Christos Christou, Jr. (#4) reported that he would be stepping down as newsletter editor due to his current workload. • Nominating Committee* (National Trustee) No report. • Outreach Education Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) No report • Patriots’ Ball Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) said the event will be on Fri. Dec. 19. Christou also reported that the new PG will need to be invited to the event and that as soon as he is elected we need to notify him of the event. • ROTC/Outstanding Citizenship Awards Ernest L. Irish (#14) submitted a written report of 4 JROTC units and selection of the winner Spencer Matthews. • Rumbaugh Orations Contest Christopher T. Smithson (#9) reported that the Contestant will be going to Congress to represent Maryland. Smithson reported that the National committee is giving $250 to each state for the Orations winner expenses. Christou made a motion to refund the money back to the National committee to allow them to help other states who need it more. It was seconded by Noel Crawford and passed. • SAR Auto Tags Carroll J. Collins (#11) was not in attendance and no report submitted. President Tackitt talked about the program and indicated any interested should contact Collins. • Semi-Annual Meeting* (2nd Vice President) Foreman indicated that the Semi-Annual meeting is on Oct. 4th
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 19 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor • Washington/Rochambeau Route Robert E. Reyes (#18) was not in attendance but Christou spoke on the wayside markers and the artwork Reyes is having commissioned and the GW Fund reimbursement of $1500 to the project. President Tackitt said he would contact Reyes to learn more about what is in store. • Webmaster – Open. Filled at the meeting with Ian Towler as the new webmaster. Ian will work with Ken to get things up and running. He will determine costs and best method to start a new site and report back to the board. • Yearbook – Rev. Christos Christou, Jr. (#4) handed out copies of the Annual Yearbook. This year he reported that he is stepping down as Yearbook editor and asked President Tackitt to find a replacement. Old/New Business : Old Business: The Maryland Monument Commission/MD 400 Monument Status was reported on and will be followed up after the July Commission meeting. The Contribution of the Friends of the MD Archives was made on June 11 and the SAR members attending were shown the original letter and took photos of the event. Rev. Fred Pyne’s book on the War of the American Revolution Day by Day was reported on by President Tackitt. A letter from Rev. Pyne thanking the society for its support was read and a copy of the manuscript was handed out by Christou. New Business: Christou made a motion that the Ardinger Chapter be considered inactive and requiring reorganization by the State Society and that Jim Ballard be appointed the new President with the first duty to hold a meeting and election within 6 months and to thank John Lehman for his work up to this point with the Chapter. Considerable debate and questions followed. Christou provided a history of the chapter and its fall into abeyance since the death of its Chapter President J. Russell Robinson and the appointment of John Lehman its former President. Jim Hixon commented on how the state stepped in years ago at his request to help the Aquila Hall Chapter and if not, it would still be inactive. He pointed out the members he brought into the organization that were serving on the State board too. Jean Fugett Jr. asked some legal questions about the appointment and President Tackitt indicated he was already working with Ernest Irish to get John Lehman to hold a meeting. Christou called for a vote and said that he notified Lehman directly and invited him to the Board and made him aware of his plans to make this motion and that he has tried to work with Lehman since 2006 to get a single meeting held and it had not happened and we should not wait further. The motion was seconded by Ivan Dooley and was passed with the majority yea and one nay vote. President Tackitt reported that he is calling an Executive Committee meeting on July 26 th at the 5th Regiment Armory in Baltimore City and asked committee members to attend so that the coming year can be planned out. He will send out invitations. He also reported on his plans to hold a September 6th roundtable meeting at RIPs restaurant in Bowie instead of a board meeting. Chapter Presidents and/or their representatives will be invited to be trained on the many programs of our society. President Tackitt encouraged all chapters to participate in the Partners in Patriotism which is a program with the American Legion. Before the meeting adjourned, Christos Christou asked for all the members present to produce their challenge coin. All who did not have it must bring in a new member within the next year. Those who were not at the Annual meeting when President Tackitt gave them out were given new coins. Move to adjourn was made and seconded. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 12:00pm. Respectfully submitted by Christos Christou, Jr.
Members present: § Board Member ¥ Past President 1. Robert J. Ayres § 10. Jean S. Fugett, Sr. § 19. Christopher T. Smithson 2. W. King Barnes Jr. §¥ 11. Jean S. Fugett, Jr. § 20. William P. Smithson 3. Partee J. Boliek Jr. § 12. James R. Hixon 21. Douglas B. Stuart §¥ 4. Roger V. Buck § 13. David W. Hoover § 22. W. Ian Towler 5. J. Andrew Calwell 14. Ernest L. Irish §¥ 23. John H. Vandegriff §¥ 6. Christos Christou Jr. §¥ 15. Michael A. Irish § 24. J. Patrick Warner § 7. G. Noel Crawford § 16. Raymond L. Jackson § 25. Kenneth E. Zimmerman § 8. Ivan V. Dooley Jr. § 17. Barrett L. McKown §¥ 26. President R. Duane Tackitt § 9. Edward A. Foreman, Jr. § 18. C. Louis Raborg Jr. §
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 20 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Board of Officers and Managers Meeting Reginald F. Lewis Museum in Baltimore, MD October 4, 2008
President Tackitt called the meeting to order at 9am. Invocation, the Pledge of Allegiance by 3rd VP Ivan Dooley, the Pledge to the SAR by 2nd VP Ed Foreman, and The American’s Creed by 1st VP Dave Hoover.
President: President Duane Tackitt made introductions of new attendees. He addressed his written report and highlighted events also highlighted some of the activities of the Executive Committee. He spoke of the MD 400 Bus Trip and visits to Green – Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, the MD 400 Monument from Prospect Park and discussion the move to the Old Stone House. Hall W. made a motion to investigate having a new MD 400 Monument in NY at the Old Stone House or moving the existing one. King Barnes seconded. The motion passed. 1st VP: VP Dave Hoover presented his report(s) which included his plans for the 2009 Annual Meeting and Color Guard Activities 2nd VP: VP Ed Foreman presented his report which included review of the Battle Week trip to Brooklyn and the Patriots’ Ball. He indicated that the cost would be $60.00 per person and that the debutante portion of the program was in jeopardy. Although we have three candidates, we have no one to coordinate the program. He is going to touch base with Jenna again, and if that doesn’t work, I will follow up with Barbara Carpenter to see if she has any suggestions. We may have to eliminate the debutante portion if we can find no one to assist. Ed also reported on Outreach programs including Partners in Patriotism and handed out information on the program being encouraged by National. 3rd VP: VP Ivan Dooley had no report. Secretary: Secretary Christos Christou presented minutes from the last meeting. Hall Worthington moved for acceptance and King Barnes seconded, the motion passed. He reported receiving and responding to a letter from the Eastern Shore Police Association asking for support for a restoration of an 1812 Patriot. He responded on behalf of the society that he would forward it to the War of 1812 Society board for support as it was more appropriate for them to be involved. Treasurer : Treasurer Barry McKown had a prior engagement but submitted a written report showing receipts of $7970.81 including income from the Brooklyn bus trip of $1655, interest from the accounts of $2074.81 and other income. $5000 had to be transferred to the checking to cover checks. Expenses totaled $14,360.13 including the semi – annual meeting catering of $2100, a deposit of $1000 for the Towson Sheraton for the Annual meeting, the Brooklyn Bus trip of $2668.54, applications sent to national for $2,015.00, hospitality room of $1,177.25 and other expenses. Registrar: Registrar Ken Zimmerman reported on the new applications he received and presented them for approval. Lou Raborg moved for acceptance and Hall Worthington seconded. The motion passed.
Applicant Ch Type Patriot Service Almony, Guy Edward Jr. 4 Supplemental Gilbert, Michael PS Oath Harford Co MD Almony, Guy Edward Jr. 4 Supplemental Hull, Andrew Sr. PS Oath Frederick Co MD Bass, Andrew Lloyd 1 Application Smoot, William Barton Cpl Charles Co MD Mil Bass, Ryan Christopher 1 Application Smoot, William Barton Cpl Charles Co MD Mil Batton, William Charles 9 Application Austin, Henry Lt VA Militia Campbell, Richard John 18 Application Shores, Thomas Pvt VA Militia Christou Jr, Christos 4 Supplemental Bolton, Jonathan Pvt Philadelphia PA Militia Christou Jr, Christos 4 Supplemental Scherer, Valentine PS Philadelphia PA Denney, Stephen Edward 2 Application Denney, Edward Pvt SC Militia DeSalvo, James Philip 6 Supplemental Walter, Peter Philip Pvt Philadelphia PA Mil Durkin, Luke William 5 Jr. Application Wiley, Matthew 1st Lt. Chester PA Mil Durkin, Patrick Shawn 5 Jr. Application Wiley, Matthew 1st Lt. Chester PA Mil Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel 6 Supplemental Price, John Pvt PA Militia Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel 6 Supplemental Cort, John Yost Pvt PA Militia Fuchs, Kevin Richard 4 Supplemental Hardaway, Thomas PS VA Fuchs, Kevin Richard 4 Supplemental Harwell, Mark PS VA Grossnickle, Monroe Francis 1 Application Hoover, John Jr. Pvt MD Mil Harvey, John Robert Jr. 6 Application Harvey, Job Lt. Reading PA Mil Hoover, David W. 9 Supplemental Dubs, Oswald Pvt York Co PA Mil LaPlanche, Stephen Wayne 6 Application Bowers, Thomas Pvt Kent Co MD Mil Lewis, George Elder Jr. 1 Application Humphreys, John 2nd Lt. Cont. Line McCarrick, Theodore Edgar 14 Application Jones, John Col. VA Militia McKenny, Collin Joseph 14 Jr. Application Lewis, Fielding Sr. Bgen VA Millar, Scott Edward Jr. 6 Application Morton, William Pvt VA Militia Offutt, Paul Joseph 1 Application Offutt, Mordecai Burgess PS Oath Mont. Co MD Penrod, Robert Russell 6 Application Evans, John Col. VA Mil. Riegel, Jeffrey Allen 14 Application Riegel, Michael Pvt Berks Co PA Mil Schrodel, Charles Suman Jr. 1 Supplemental Dofler, Peter PS MD MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 21 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Schrodel, Charles Suman Jr. 1 Supplemental Schley, John Thomas CS MD Simon, Jeffrey Scott 9 Application Almony, John Patriot MD Oath Stavely, Roy Selby III 6 Application Stavely, Joseph Pvt Kent Co MD Mil Towler, William Ian 5 Supplemental Spach, Adam Sr. PS Wgn NC Towler, William Ian 5 Supplemental Spach, Johann Gottlieb PS NC Genealogist: Genealogist Lou Raborg reported on his work to help new applicants. Nat. Trustee: Trustee Ernie Irish submitted a written report of his duties as Trustee including his attendance at various national meetings and changes to the Membership brochure 0912, ROTC units that need support and the Wreaths across America program to occur on Dec. 13 th . VPG: VPG Gary Bond discussed National History Day and Foreign Student Exchange Program and other PG endorsed programs. Past Presidents: Les Foster that he was still undergoing treatment for his illness, Hall W. reported that he was elected President General of the War of 1812 Society and that other Marylanders were elected to National office including Chris C. as Registrar General of the War of 1812 Society, King Barnes as Marshal General, Hank Peden as Genealogist General. Barry submitted a written report on the Scotland trip to the birthplace of John Paul Jones and Hall and he sent a Serapis flag and other items with letters of thanks on behalf of the society for their gracious visit to the Dumfries Museum who responded that these items would be put on display there. Minuteman Award : King Barnes recommended Hall W. for the Minuteman Award and will work with the Board to complete the application in time for this year’s submission. Ed Foreman seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Chapters (1) Sgt. Lawrence Everhart –submitted a written report which was read by Secretary Christou. (2) Gen. William Smallwood – Smallwood submitted a written report of their activities including their meetings, awards program and sponsorship of CAR Societies in their area. (3) Christian Ardinger – submitted a written report of their activities and plans for increasing membership. President Tackitt discussed their work to increase active membership. (4) John Eager Howard – submitted a written report of their moving and rededication of the Howard Monument at Grey Rock Mansion. The monument is now in a prominent location on the grounds and the entire community came out of the celebration. (5) Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore – King Barnes gave a verbal report on the activities and upcoming meeting. (6) John Paul Jones – No written report submitted. (7) Col. Henry Hollingsworth – submitted a written report mentioning their work on a list of 100 Patriots buried in Cecil Co, their annual luncheon with speaker Mike Dixon of the Cecil Co Historical Society, and their set up of a tent and display table at the Elkton Festival. They also have several new applications submitted. (8) Col. Tench Tilghman – submitted a written report on the Annual William Paca gravesite marking and a Meeting in November with speaker Jim Mason. (9) Col. Aquila Hall – submitted a written report of their activities including manning a tent and display at Jerusalem Mills, presenting Eagle Scout awards, and several meetings. (10) Charles Carroll of Carrollton – submitted a written report on their spring meeting where new officers were elected and plans for future meetings. (11) John Hanson – submitted a written report on their Eagle Scout presentation by Satterthwaite and a grave marking he is planning and plans for the Essay Contest. (12) Capt. John Smoot – submitted a written report on their issuance of JROTC medals, Outstanding Citizenship awards and their activities including an upcoming meeting at Nabb Research Center. (13) Westminster – submitted a written report on their activities including a summer dinner and attendance at the Leadership workshop and the moving of their website to the MD website to be hosted there. They also reported on their upcoming activities planned including a grave marking. (14) Thomas Stone – submitted a written report of their activities including a grave marking for Judge Edmund Key, and several meetings. They also reported working towards their own Color Guard unit and work on the ROTC program and a Christmas Party in December and trip to Mt. Vernon in January. (15) Little Meadows – No written report submitted.
Committee Reports • American Flag – John Watkins submitted a written report that 14 out of 15 chapters present Flags which will make us eligible for the Furlong Memorial Flag Award too. • Americanism – Poster Contest –Lou Raborg submitted a written report on the Americanism poster contest and how he is making it successful by attending the school events in uniform. He handed out a packet of material to be used by local chairman including this year’s theme Paul Revere’s ride (which changes annually). • Auto Tags – Information was handed out about the SAR license plates and for anyone to sign up. A minimum number has to be met to sign up for the program.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 22 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor • Color Guard: David Hoover submitted a written report of the Color Guard activities performed this year and the plans for upcoming events including a Snowden Family association, Charles Co 350 th Anniversary tribute, the annual French Monument ceremony and the annual Massing of the Colors. • Essay: Dick Funk submitted a written report that all chapters have a representative for the Essay contest and looks forward to the submission of essays. The individuals have to Dec. 31 st and the Chapter must get their winner to him by Feb 10 th so a State winner can be selected and sent to national. • Graves: Chris Smithson submitted a written report on Memorials and Graves and the work he is doing to help provide records for posting to the website and the potential grave marking at Congressional cemetery. He is also assisting Lou Raborg with prospective members. He also suggested holding a registrar’s workshop as a further method to improve new member applications. • MD Public TV – Jean Fugett reported that Dec. 7th or 14 th was available for the MD Public TV event. Chris reported a conflict with the State CAR Christmas party on the 7th but the majority could attend the 14 th so President Tackitt instructed Jean to confirm that date from 3 – 7 and Jean asked for volunteers to sign up or contact him prior to that date. • Nominations: Ernie Irish submitted a written report on the Nominations committee work to lay out a slate of officers and all who were interested in positions should contact him in advance. • Orations Contest – Chris Smithson was not in attendance and Duane Tackitt reported that local Orations chairmen are needed in order to get more participation in the contest at the state level. • ROTC: Ernie Irish submitted a written report on changes to the JROTC program. Neck Ribbons will be used instead of stars for the Chapter winners fro the Bronze medal. He also reported that Naval Sea Cadet Corp. units should be included in the JROTC awards program and encouraged chapters to contact them as part of the program. • Webmaster – Ian Towler submitted a written report that he is working on a Cemetery Project database for the website with the help of contributions from various people including the Graves committee. He hopes to have it up and running in 2009. Ian reported that the new website has been up and running and has had over 1000 unique hits each month now since August. There are thousands of pages now including photos, articles, news stories, Patriot records, etc. In the members only section are previous meeting minutes, the handbook, past yearbooks and newsletters. The next big task is to post the Patriot database of Patriots buried in MD, belonging to MD members or who served in MD. • Wreaths Across America Program – Lou submitted a written report on the Wreaths Across America program and handed out material to encourage involvement. The event will be Dec. 13 th at noon all around the country. Several Maryland cemeteries are involved and local Chapters will be contacted to participate.
New Business President Tackitt discussed new business regarding the Boy Scout Volunteer Award and who may be eligible and how we can endorse it, the Center for the Advancing of America’s Heritage Fundraising with a request in dues statement, the 2008 – 2009 Out Reach Projects – “That’s What We Are All About”, and the Tom & Betty Lawrence American History Teacher Award. Also Upcoming Events were noted including the CAR/DAR/SAR Triad which the SAR is the host of this year. It will be held on January 4th at the DAR Chapter house and more information will be sent as the details are finalized.
It was recommended that a letter be sent to PG Bruce Wilcox endorsement the slate of candidates from the AMS Conference on behalf of MD with changes to the slate based on recent changes to candidates. The motion was made by David Hoover and seconded by King Barnes and passed unanimously. Endorsements for 2009 NSSAR Officers at the AMS were as follows: President Genera: Edward Butler , Secretary General: Vacant, Treasurer General: J. David Sympson, Surgeon General: Dr. Lee Park (MDSSAR Surgeon), Registrar General: Stephen Leishman, Librarian General: Miles K. Dechant. President Tackitt said he would get the amended slate to Secretary Christou after the meeting.
The benediction was given at 12pm by Rev Christou. The meeting was adjourned for lunch A Luncheon was held following the meeting with a viewing of a video and a tour of the Reginald Lewis Museum. Thanks and appreciation were given to Ed Foreman and Jean Fugett, Sr. and his wife Carolyn for sponsoring and organizing this great event and facility. Reginald Lewis was the son of Carolyn Fugett and their whole family came out for the luncheon.
Attendees: 1. Austin, William C., Jr. 10. Foster, Lester A., Jr. 19. Stuart, Douglas B. 2. Barnes, W. King, Jr. 11. Fugett, J. Russell 20. Tackitt, President R. Duane 3. Bond, Gareth H. (VPG Guest) 12. Fugett, Jean S., Sr. 21. Towler, W. Ian 4. Caples, Robert M. 13. Fugett, Jean S., Jr. 22. Vandegriff, John H. 5. Christou, Christos Jr. 14. Hoover, David W. 23. Warner, J. Patrick 6. Dooley, Jr. Ivan V. 15. Hutter, J. Jeffrey Sr. 24. Worthington, M. Hall Jr. 7. Embrey, David H. 16. Irish, Ernest L. 25. Zimmerman, Kenneth E. 8. Engler, Sr., James F. 17. Raborg, C. Louis Jr. 9. Foreman, Edward A. Jr. 18. Smithson, William P.
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 23 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Board of Officers and Managers Meeting Maryland Club in Baltimore, Maryland January 10, 2009 President Duane Tackitt called the meeting to order at 9am. Invocation by Ernie Irish , the pledge by David Hoover, the pledge to the SAR by Ed Foreman and the American’s Creed by Ivan Dooley. President: President Duane Tackitt wished everyone a Happy New Year, asked for introductions of attendees, passed out report. Represented MD Society at DC Ball, French Monument, MD Public TV Day. Suggested to have SAR banner with us plus website information on MD Public TV day. Made 14 chapter meetings. 1st VP: VP Dave Hoover- The annual meeting will be April 18th at Sheraton Hotel in Towson in the Frank Duncan room for installation. Guest speaker will be the Park Ranger at the Hampton House. Women event will be a tour of Hampton House at 10am. Orations contest to be held at the meeting. 2nd VP : VP Ed Foreman- report filed with secretary. Visiting chapters. 3rd VP : VP Ivan Dooley- Executive committee new pin for MD 400 for those contributing $1000 or more. 5 members have donated thus far. Plan to try to have them at next meeting. Secretary: Secretary Christos Christou could not be in attendance but sent his best wishes to all and his many reports. C. Louis Raborg Jr. presented the minutes from the last meeting and made mention that the Ardinger and Everhart chapters did submit written reports at the last meeting which Christos has corrected in his copy of the last minutes. Hall Worthington moved for acceptance and King Barnes seconded, the motion passed. Christos also submits that he has been extremely busy with new applications being processed and submitted to National. He submitted 32 since October with 30 being new applicants and 2 supplementals. Also had 17 new applications and 12 supplementals approved. There has been a noticeable increase in Junior member applications. We currently have 12 approved and another pending. Corrections Ernie Irish- Committee reports auto tags- minimum number incorrect. Ernie-ROTC - starting next year for neck ribbons. Hall Worthington made a motion made to minimize paperwork. Only distribute treasurer report and minutes. Reports to be given to secretary only. Use Website for all other reports suggested by Duane. Motion seconded by King Barnes. Motion passed. Treasurer: Barry McKown handed out a written report. Second dues notice sent out 150 down to 100. Process working. King Barnes move to accept. Dave Hoover second. Motion approved Registrar: Ken Zimmerman reported. Application that say yes need to be voted on. William Smithson move to accept. 2nd. Dave Hoover. motion approved
Applicant Ch Type Patriot Service Aiton, Jeffrey Bruce 14 Application Blake, Nicholas Pvt PA Mil Ballard, Bradley Allen 3 Application Carrigan, Gilbert Pvt NY Militia Ballard, David William 3 Application Carrigan, Gilbert Pvt NY Militia Ballard, James Gilbert III 3 Application Carrigan, Gilbert Pvt NY Militia Buckland, James D 7 Application Buckland, John Pvt MD Militia Cook, Calvin Burt 8 Application Chambers, Josiah Capt. VA Militia Cummins, Jay Lance 18 Application Garrett, Henry Capt VA Militia Currier, Leland Clayton 6 Application Currier, Levi Pvt MA Militia Currier, William Frank 6 Application Currier, Levi Pvt MA Militia Faris, Francis Xavier 6 Application William Faris Pvt DE Militia Ferris, Evan Patrick 18 Application McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia Frampton, Paul Bennett 2 Application Jones, Thomas Cpl MD Cont Line Gilbert, Frank Hectar 5 Application Gilbert, Bernhart Constable York PA Gilbert, Mark Steven 5 Application Gilbert, Bernhart Constable York PA Gilbert, Mitchell Shawn 5 Application Gilbert, Bernhart Constable York PA Glover, John Richard 9 Application Glover, Robert Pvt MA Militia Glover, Norman Richard 11 Application Glover, Robert Pvt MA Militia Hauser, Brian Christopher 6 Application Hauser, Ulrich Pvt PA Militia Hauser, Zackery Ryan 6 Jr. Application Hauser, Ulrich Pvt PA Militia Henderson, Douglas Frank Osler 2 Application Henderson, David Steward Navy in VA Hoon, Alexander Holliday 8 Application Hoon, Henry Pvt Lancaster Co PA Mil Hutter, John Jeffrey Jr. 15 Application Creveling, Andrew Pvt NJ Continental Line McKown, Bailey Wright 18 Application McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia McKown, Carson Lee 18 Application McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia McKown, Connor Braxton 18 Application McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia McKown, Martin Hayes 3rd 18 Application McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia Moore, Randolph Tabor 6 Application Duvall, Marsh Mareen Capt. PG Co MD Mil Nowakowski, Henry Matthew 2 Application Conklin, Edward PS NY O'Malley, Martin Joseph 6 Application Dix, Benjamin CT Militia Schrodel, Charles Suman III 1 Application Everhart, Lawrence Sgt 3rd Continental Dragoons MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 24 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Schrodel, David George 1 Application Everhart, Lawrence Sgt 3rd Continental Dragoons Schrodel, Jared Dean 1 Application Everhart, Lawrence Sgt 3rd Continental Dragoons Schrodel, Matthew David 1 Application Everhart, Lawrence Sgt 3rd Continental Dragoons Somers, Arthur Lewis 12 Application Milligan, Isaac Pvt Somerset MD Militia Travers, Benjamin Boyer 6 Jr. Application Travers, Matthias Capt. Dorchester MD Militia Travers, Charles Kenneth 12 Application Travers, Matthias Capt. Dorchester MD Militia Travers, Joseph Bryan 6 Application Travers, Matthias Capt. Dorchester MD Militia Travers, Joseph Bryan II 6 Application Travers, Matthias Capt. Dorchester MD Militia Weisenborn, William Arthur 18 Application Barratt, Philip Col DE Militia Wiser, Charles S 18 Application Crosby, Richard PS PA and Pvt PA Mil Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel 6 Supplemental Seamonds, Ephraim Sr. PS VA Harvey, John Robert Jr. 6 Supplemental Anderson, Patrick CS PA Assembly Layman, Larry Van 12 Supplemental Durst, Casper Pvt Washington Co MD Mil
Historian: No report Surgeon: Lee Park - This years flu strains are resistant to vaccines. Survey - Mosquito problem. Genealogist: C. Louis Raborg reported that he received a copy of the updated prospects list from Christos and contacted several potential members, including contacts he made at Jerusalem Mills when Aquila Hall chapter set up an education display there. He is also working on pended application with Chris Smithson who is doing the lions share of work. After working for the first time on New Years day, he is working on a customer’s line of the Swann family from Charles County. Nat. Trustee: Ernie Irish- written report passed out. Celebrating 30th anniversary for National Headquarters. Past Presidents: King Barnes- Delighted to be here. Barry McKown. Hall Worthington- Delighted to be here. Doug Stuart-. Ernie Irish-. John Vandegriff- glad to be here. Carroll Collins- left speech in car. glad to be here.
Chapters 1. Sgt. Lawrence Everhart- did not receive a report from Jim Ballard. 2. Gen. William Smallwood- Pat Warner- submitted to secretary. Active year. Involved in ROTC. Memorial Day event. 3. Christian Ardinger- President James Ballard sent in a report. Defunct last year. reactivated two dinner meetings attended DAR functions. Oct. 16 fall dinner. 2nd VP Ed Foreman in attendance. They are doing recognition of charter members by giving brief bio of himself and patriot ancestor. June 7th - grave dedication for chapter namesake. Ernie Irish presented dual member fee. 4. John Eager Howard- Bob Lyons- Upcoming meeting on Jan 24th, new officers 1st meeting. Dave Hoover asked when St Pauls. Church ceremony to be held, he suggested 7th June. Bill Smithson new Color Guard Commander. Ed. Foreman asked if new Color Guard Commander knows right from left. 5. Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore- Charles Hill sent a report. King Barnes to present. Veterans Day luncheon at Valley Inn. Frederick Stenton received certificate. 6. John Paul Jones- Chris Beck . Barry McKown had Christmas party. Certificates to two new members in Rising Sun in Crownsville. Attended 225 th anniversary of George Washington resignation at State House. Had about 300 people go through. 7. Col. Henry Hollingsworth- Chapter secretary James Hixon submitted a report. Meetings at Hollingsworth house. Flag certificate presented. 3rd VP. Ivan Dooley attended. Dec 14. at Colonel home 3 members inducted. President stepping down. Project in Cecil Co. Grace family 14-18 British soldiers fought family, graves have been found, looking to build monument. 8. Col. Tench Tilghman- Secretary Warren Tewes submitted a written report. The chapter held an annual Veterans Day joint celebration meeting with the Gen. Perry Benson chapter of the DAR on November 8th at Heron Point in Chestertown. They had new members Coryell, Hoon and Hughes in attendance and were presented with their certificates. 9. Col. Aquila Hall - President C. Louis Raborg handed in a written report. The chapter held a fall dinner meeting in November at Enotria's Italian Restaurant in Forest Hill. They also held a election on January 3rd at The Maryland Golf and Country Club. President Duane Tackitt attended and installed the new officers as well as two new members Bill Batton and Jeffery Simon. The chapter also had entries and winners in the Knight Essay, Rumbaugh Orations and Eagle Scout Scholarship Contests. Bill Smithson presented displays we use to promote chapter and SAR. 10. Charles Carroll of Carrolton- Ken Zimmerman. Holding meeting Jan 22. 11. John Hanson- Doug Stuart - organized and Conducted Wreaths Across America program on December 13th at Annapolis Veterans Cemetery. Entry for Knight Essay contest. George Satterthwaite to receive War Service medal at GW luncheon. 12. Capt. John Smoot-President Ray Jackson- presented report. Proclamation presented. (very long) SAR is 8th oldest state society. Society sponsors true patriotism. Had Knight Essay winner. 4 new members sworn in. Received 29 essays. 13. Westminster- no report. 14. Thomas Stone- Charles E. Boone- 1st report. 4 members participated in state Workshop. In Defenders day at Ft. McNair. 350th anniversary at Christ Church in LaPlata. Nov 22 Christmas Party President Duane Tackitt attended. Member buried in Arlington National cemetery. Effort to invite new members to participate. Participated in Patriots Ball. where Cardinal McCarrick inducted into chapter. Thomas Stone working on creating its own color guard, but not to compete with state color guard. Winner in Knight contest. MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 25 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor 15. Little Meadows- no report. Committee Reports • American Flag-John Watkins- Sent requests for participation. • Americanism-Les Foster – no report. • Americanism Elementary Poster- C. Louis Raborg submitted a written report. He has received several inquiries from around the state and solicited the contest to students throughout Maryland. He also spoke to interested students from PA, DE and VA. Asks that all Chapter Presidents consider appointing a chapter chairman for the contest. • Annual Meeting- 1st VP Dave Hoover spoke. • Bylaws/Constitution- Roger Buck- OK • CAAH Fundraising- Ernest Irish- handed report. About half money has been raised for new building. Over 20 percent of MD members have contributed. • Color Guard- Dave Hoover- Received Memorial Day Parade invitation, May 25th 2pm. • Eagle Scouts- Duane Tackitt - Ken Zimmerman accepted as new chairman . Has three Eagle Scout applications for scholarship. Jan 20th deadline for state. • Executive Committee- Duane Tackitt- reports posted on website. • GW Luncheon- Carroll Collins- George Washington luncheon on the 21st. Speaker from Naval Academy to speak on George Washington. • Knight Essay- Richard Funk- Stated that the chapter entries need to be judged and winners sent in to him by February 10th. Dick also states that he made contact with the state home school sector and only received one inquiry but will continue to try. • MD400 Board of Trustees- Ivan Dooley- Bus trip to NY. • Medals and Awards- Duane Tackitt- will present recommendations at state officers meeting on Jan 24. • Memorials and Graves- Chris Smithson sent word that the committee will be launching a new patriots burial database in Maryland shortly. If you have any patriots buried in Maryland please let him know so that they can be added. • MPTV Telethon- Jean Fugett- no further comments. Duane- Many signed up and only 6 showed up • Newsletter- Christos Christou sent a report stating that he completed a newsletter since the last meeting and it was e-mailed instead of mailed to save on resources. It has also been posted. He plans to do more as time permits and asks that anyone having information please send it to him as soon as possible. He also states that the webmaster is doing a superior job and has made his work much easier. He further recommends all chapters to submit material, photos, news stories etc., to be posted. • Nominating Committee- Ernie Irish- Tentative slate. Final will be submitted in Feb. Pat Warner and Charles Boone on committee. Duane motion to approve committee. Seconded by Lou Raborg, Roger Buck and Charles Boone . motion passed. • Outreach Education- Ed Foreman • Patriots Ball- Ed Foreman- A rainy night. VP Garth Bond attended. President Charles Boone, Gary Bond. Cardinal installed as member with interesting comments. Last year as chairman. Hall Worthington- Comments made by Joe Dooley inappropriate. • ROTC- Ernie Irish - Two new units, Upper Marlboro, Army Salisbury University. Md has now 80 JROTC 8 ROTC. Supplies used up. New ROTC neck ribbon for next year Letters sent out to each unit. • Rumbaugh Orations- Chris Smithson- sent in report. The MDSSAR will be holding the Orations Contest during the Annual meeting in April. At this time we have several contestants lined up. If you have conducted an Orations contest in your chapter please have the information to him by March 1st. • Semi. Annual Meeting- Ed Foreman no report. • W3R- Washington -Rochambeau Revolution Route- Brought in posters. Bob Reyes Chairman of W3R. Gave biographical and historical report and 15 minute presentation on the W3R. Desktop published- still in process, to be added to. 600 mile trail from Connecticut to Virginia. 1781 route. 4 route by land 4 by sea. Made sure Maryland's routes were in report. Artist David Wagner did work on W3R paintings. 1st Maryland painting depicts Asquith Friend’s Meeting House built. Feb 1781. Paintings on display at Carroll House. Proposals for 12 signs for Maryland. Carroll Lee Thompson to be new painter. Working on Camden Yards paintings. Fells Point or Annapolis Circle to be next. Senate to pass 20 bills, Arlin Spector from PA behind bill. President Tackitt asked for a vote of confidence on this project and received approval. • Webmaster- Ian Towler- handed in report. 1000 hits a month. • Wreaths Across America- C. Louis Raborg- written report handed out. The MDSSAR participated in two Wreaths Across America programs on Dec. 13th, 2008. President Duane Tackitt presented a wreath at the Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery along with members of the Color Guard, David Hoover, Lou Raborg and his son Chris Raborg. George Satterthwaite and Doug Stuart conducted the ceremony at Annapolis Cemetery with color guard members - Dave Embrey, Ernie Irish, Bob Lyons and Bob Urban. He also stated that the selling of wreaths for the program could be used as a chapter fundraiser. • Yearbook- Christos Christou- sent in word that it is time to start thinking about Yearbook reports for all officers, chairman and chapter presidents. He would like to have them on or by the Annual meeting. E-mailed versions are preferred. New Business
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 26 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor Bill Smithson - Presented a idea of developing a set of Revolutionary War themed note cards that are Maryland specific and can be used as a chapter fund raiser. Duane Tackitt - Governor O'Malleys application sent to National. Atlantic Middle States Conference set August 7-8 at the Radisson Hotel in Rochester, New York Lou Raborg - presented a new educational program intended to fill the void in the National Societies Educational outreach programs. As named, The Col. Aquila Hall Middle School Display Board Contest is an opportunity for students to learn about the local people places and events which took place during the Revolutionary War period. The contest is open to all 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. It is a program that allows the student to focus on the history of their own community, to take pride in its history and to become future conservators of its historical past. Ernie Irish gave the benediction and the meeting was adjourned. Members of the SAR were invited to attend the 1812 luncheon which followed the meeting.
Minutes recorded by C. Louis Raborg Jr.
Attendees: 1. Ayres, Robert 11. Funk, Richard 21. Reyes, Robert E. 2. Ballard, Jim 12. Halsey, Hobert S. Jr 22. Smithson, William P. 3. Barnes, W. King, Jr. 13. Hoover, David W. 23. Stuart, Douglas B. 4. Batton, William 14. Irish, Ernest L. 24. Tackitt, President R. Duane 5. Boone, Charles 15. Irish, Mike 25. Towler, W. Ian 6. Buck, Roger 16. Jackson, Raymond 26. Vandegriff, John H. 7. Caples, Robert 17. Lyons, Robert 27. Warner, J. Patrick 8. Dooley, Ivan V. 18. McKown, Barry 28. Worthington, M. Hall Jr. 9. Foreman, Edward A. Jr. 19. Park, Lee 29. Zimmerman, Kenneth E. 10. Fugett, Jean Sr. 20. Raborg, C. Louis
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Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Board of Officers and Managers Annual Meeting Towson Sheraton in Towson, MD April 18, 2009
President Tackitt called the meeting to order at 9am. Invocation done by Rev. Partee Boliek, the Pledge of Allegiance by 1 st VP David Hoover, the Pledge to the SAR by 2nd VP Ed Foreman, and The American’s Creed by 3 rd VP Ivan Dooley. President: President Tackitt submitted a written report outlining the numerous events he has attended on behalf of the society including an Executive meeting, Chapter meetings, The Washington Birthday luncheon, the Trustee Leadership meeting in KY, the CAR State Annual meeting, the Chapter Workshop, and Thomas Jefferson Birthday memorial 1st Vice President: VP Hoover submitted a written report outlining the numerous Color Guard related events he attended including his attendance and participation at the Ft. Benning Georgia Monument installation, ceremonies at Cowpens and Kings Mountain in SC. and the Trustee Leadership meeting in KY, the Chapter Workshop, and Thomas Jefferson Birthday memorial. 2nd Vice President: 2nd VP Foreman submitted a written report outlining his attendance at various events on behalf of the society including attending an Everhart Chapter meeting. 3rd Vice President: 3rd VP Dooley submitted a written report outlining his attendance at various events on behalf of the society as the Regional Vice President. Secretary’s Report: Secretary Christou reported his final activities as Secretary and submitted the minutes of the last meeting for approval. Lou seconded and President Tackitt called for a vote which was approved unanimously. Chris reported on the Yearbook and needing all reports today. If not submitted the Chairman and officers had until the end of the week to get their reports in for inclusion in the yearbook which will be given out in June at the next Board meeting. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer McKown submitted a written report showing receipts of $10,750.07 which included mostly the GW Luncheon of $2775, dues of $2071, new applications of $1490, the annual meeting $1170, and interest on accounts of $1613.07 and some reinstatements and the state board meeting. Expenses were $36,085.95 including dues sent to National $13,430., dues to chapters $6745, GW Luncheon $3077, $3309 for the CAAH Fund, medals and awards of $1264.92, honoria expenses of $1599, and miscellaneous expenses. Barry also reported that the Merrill Lynch accounts which showed $120,510 was now valued at $61909 due to the market downturn and he will revise the 2009-2010 report to reflect it. Barry made a motion to accept and Lou Raborg seconded. The report was passed unanimously. Barry passed out the budget for 2009-2010 and Les Foster moved to accept and Lou Raborg seconded. The budget passed unanimously. Ken mentioned that the Eagle prize money should be raised. Partee Boliek asked about donations for Veteran’s graves. Registrar’s Report: Registrar Zimmerman proposed the following new applicants for membership in the Society. Ancestor SURNAME Ch Appl Type Ancestor Service 1st Sponsor 2nd Sponsor Tackitt, R. Zimmerman, Arthur, Duncan Stuart 2 Appl Stanton, Jason Pvt CT Duane Kenneth Cincotta, Salvatore Schrodel, Pyne, Anthony 1 Appl Biser, Daniel Sgt. MD Militia Charles Frederick Higgins, John Richard Raborg, C. Hoover, Jr. 12 Appl Moody, Edward Pvt VA Line Louis Jr. David W Boone, Howard, Dean Denton 14 Appl Moore, Daniel Col NH Militia Irish, Ernest Charles Johnson, Cornelius Alexandrew 14 Appl Kleiderlein John Raborg, Christopher Raborg, C. Hoover, Joseph Jr 9 Appl Henry Sr Pvt MD Militia Louis Jr. David W Loy, William Alan 2 Supplemental Goodridge, Sewall Minister MA n/a n/a Loy, William Alan 2 Supplemental Pugh, Robert PS VA supplies n/a n/a Loy, William Alan 2 Supplemental Broughton, Charles PS VA n/a n/a Myers, Hayden Almony, Guy E. Myers, Alexander 5 Appl Allison, Joseph Lt NC Militia Jr. James L. Jr Myers, Justin Almony, Guy E. Myers, Frederick 5 Appl Allison, Joseph Lt NC Militia Jr. James L. Jr
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Almony, Guy E. Christou, Powers, Daniel 4 Appl Williams, John Pvt. MD Militia Jr. Christos Raborg, Charles Louis Raborg, Christopher Raborg, C. Smithson, Sr 9 Appl Henry Sr Pvt MD Militia Louis Jr. Christopher Raborg, Christopher Raborg, Christopher Raborg, C. Smithson, Joseph 9 Jr. Appl Henry Sr Pvt MD Militia Louis Jr. Christopher Raborg, Louis Patrick Raborg, Christopher Raborg, C. Smithson, Michael 9 Jr. Appl Henry Sr Pvt MD Militia Louis Jr. Christopher Raborg, Christopher Raborg, C. Smithson, Raborg, Samuel Louis 9 Jr. Appl Henry Sr Pvt MD Militia Louis Jr. Christopher Ensign CT Almony, Guy E. Christou, Sanford, Derek Leif 3 Appl Sanford, Jonah Militia Jr. Christos Ensign CT Almony, Guy E. Christou, Sanford, Karl Richard 3 Appl Sanford, Jonah Militia Jr. Christos Seligson, Aaron 5 Appl Towler, W. Ian Almony, Guy E. Christou, Shircliffe, Ansel Guy 15 Appl William Shircliff Lt. MD Militia Jr. Christos Sullivan, Donald Clyde 13 Appl PS Oath Raborg, C. Smithson, Torre, James Patsy IV 9 Appl Smithson, Thomas Harford MD Louis Jr. Christopher PS Oath Raborg, C. Smithson, Torre, Timothy Paul 9 Appl Smithson, Thomas Harford MD Louis Jr. Christopher Witmyer, Henry Pvt York Co Christou, Maurice Jr 5 Appl Witmyer, Simon Jr. Militia Brown, Daniel Christos Christou, Young, Blaine Eugene 13 Appl Reed, William Pvt MA Militia Almony, Guy E. Christos
Historian’s Report: No report submitted. Organizing Secretary’s Report: No report submitted. Genealogist’s Report: Genealogist Raborg submitted a written report outlining the numerous prospects and pended applications that he and others who have assisted him have worked on Genealogist Emeritus Report: No report submitted. Chancellor’s Report: No report submitted. Chaplain’s Report: Chaplain Boliek reported on the deaths of several SAR Members and in whose memory the later memorial service today would be conducted at the luncheon. He also shared a personal ancestor story from his 1710 arrival in NY through the family trek to NC and VA. Surgeon’s Report: Surgeon Park submitted a written report discussing ways to stay healthy. National Trustee: Trustee Irish reported that the National application fees were to be doubled based on an approval vote at the Spring Leadership Meeting and would report if the vote at Congress will eliminate the increase. Secretary Christou suggested tabling a rate increase to find out if the Congress will approve the increase and if they do then the application fees of our Society will need to be raised from $100 to $160 for regular applicants and $50 to $80 for Jr. Applicants. Alternate National Trustee: Alt. Trustee Stuart reported on his chapter’s essay winner and the building funds at National. He sits on the finance committee. Past Presidents: Past Presidents Hall and King Barnes were traveling for 1812 this weekend, Barry McKown had no additional comments, Les Foster spoke about the society and good will, John Vandegriff remarked on the active membership, Cecil Massie spoke about his happiness to be in attendance today, Doug Stuart added no additional comments, Chris Christou reported on some news of the past Presidents including Jim McCafferty’s declining health and his moved to Greenbrier, and Ernest Irish added no additional comments. Chapter Reports : #1 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart: Bruce Champion reported on the Chapter activities and submitted a written report. #2 General William Smallwood: Pat Warner reported on the Chapter activities and submitted a written report.
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#3 Christian Ardinger: Jim Ballard reported on the Chapter activities and submitted a written report including a June 7 th grave marking memorial at 3pm. #4 Colonel John Eager Howard: Jean Fugett reported on the Chapter activities including the upcoming meetings including the June 7 th grave marking at 9am. #5 Colonel Nicholas Ruxton Moore: Partee Boliek reported on behalf of the Chapter as their new President Ian Towler would arrive later with this father. #6 John Paul Jones: No report submitted. Barry reported that the chapter has not met lately. #7 Colonel Henry Hollingsworth: Dick Funk reported on the chapter activities and said they are struggling to gain membership and keep active. #8 Colonel Tench Tilghman: Secretary Christou read highlights of the Chapters submitted written report. #9 Colonel Aquila Hall: Lou Raborg reported on the chapter’s activities including installation of new members, presentations on 28 th -29 th at Harford Mall, their travels to GA, a May 9 th Loudon Park Cemetery memorial that all were invited to honoring his Raborg ancestors. #10 Charles Carroll of Carrollton: Dave Embrey presented a written report on their January meeting, their Boy Scout winner also becoming State Winner, and 5 new members. #11 John Hanson: Doug Stuart submitted a written report #12 Capt. John Smoot: Secretary Christou read highlights of the Chapters submitted written report. #13 Westminster: Jim Engler gave a verbal report on the Chapter activities including military college awards and memorial day events planned, and a gravemarking on May 16 th at 11 am at St. Luke’s in New Windsor for James Crawford. Also a newsletter has been submitted to the Chapter by their Chapter website. #14 Thomas Stone: Ernest Irish submitted a written report and induction of new member. Also a gravemarking on April 11 th . #15 Little Meadows: Secretary Christou read highlights of the Chapters submitted written report. In the middle of the meeting, President Tackitt presented awards to members who had to leave and would not be at the luncheon due to other obligations. Awards were given to Ivan Dooley for his work at the 29 th Division Association and Brandon Justice was given the Law Enforcement Award for his work. Committee Reports : American Flag John B. Watkins (#4) submitted a written report which was read by Ivan Dooley in John’s absence. Americanism Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) No report submitted. Annual Meeting* (1st Vice President) No report submitted. Budget/Audit/Finance Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) No report submitted. Bylaws/Constitution Roger V. Buck (#10) reported that the changes to the ByLaws in June will be included in the Yearbook. CAAH Fundraising Carroll J. Collins (#11) No report submitted. CAR/DAR/SAR Liaison Guy E. Almony, Jr. (#4) a written report was submitted thanking the Society for their participation at various levels in the CAR. A request for more participation was extended including the January Triad, the State Workday in October, and other events during the year. Color Guard Commander Bill Smithson reported that the Aquila Hall chapter attended a decoy festival in uniform, and plans for a May 25 th parade in Dc, the 30 th in Elkton, the June 7 th Howard and Ardinger Chapter dedications, the June 28 th Everhart Chapter dedication at Mt Olivet and an Aug 15 th Grey Rock dedication at 11am. Eagle Scouts Kenneth E. Zimmerman (#10) reported that one medal can only be issued per year by each chapter and that a patch and certificate can be given to all participants. Executive Committee* (President) reports are now posted on the website for anyone who wishes to review. George Washington Luncheon Carroll J. Collins (#11) No report submitted. The GW Luncheon was a great success with awards given out, a great speaker and a large attendance. Barry reported that the next luncheon will be Feb. 20, 2010. Knight Essay Contest Richard L. Funk (#7) submitted a written report showing less participation by all chapters. He also said that he contacted the non-winners and encouraged them to re-enter next year. He even used the comments of the judges to tell them where they could improve their essays. Cecil Massie suggested that the Christian homeschoolers are the best ones to contact for programs like these. MD 400 Board of Trustees* (3rd Vice President) No report submitted. Ed indicated that the MD 300 Trip will be August 29 th
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Medals & Awards President Tackitt will submit a written report to the Yearbook Editor but reported that many awards recognizing many who have helped during his term have been given out and some will also be given out later today at the luncheon. Memorials & Graves Robert E. Lyons (#4) No report submitted. Ernest Irish talked about honoring another Marylander at the Congressional Cemetery named Major Abraham Broom whose stone was broken and he would look into the cost of fixing it. Nominating Committee* (National Trustee) Ernest Irish submitted his written report and will be voted on at the luncheon with installation of officers at the luncheon. Outreach Education Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) No report submitted. Patriots’ Ball Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) reported on the Patriots’ Ball in his written report. Incoming Chairman Christou reported that the Patriots’ Ball will be Dec. 19 th at the Crowne Plaza. Incoming President Hoover had selected the site and visited it. Chairman Christou would meet with the hotel staff to finalize food plans and sign the contracts this coming week. ROTC/Outstanding Citizenship Awards Ernest L. Irish (#14) submitted a written report announcing the Winner. Rumbaugh Orations Contest Christopher T. Smithson (#9) was not in attendance but the Orations contestant was in attendance and would be introduced at the luncheon and present his speech at that time. Lou Raborg reported that the contestant was also a member of his Chapter and winner of his Chapter Orations contest. SAR Auto Tags Carroll J. Collins (#11) No report submitted. Semi-Annual Meeting* (2nd Vice President) No report submitted. Washington/Rochambeau Route Robert E. Reyes (#18) No report submitted. Webmaster Eric M. Orr (#6) No report submitted. Wreaths Across America C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) reported that our first Dec Wreaths Across America program went well despite a few hitches. The next one will be Dec. 12 th . Yearbook/Newsletter Editor Rev. Christos Christou, Jr. (#4) reminded all Chairman, Chapter Presidents and Officers must have their reports to him today per the Bylaws but would grant a week extension for those who needed the additional time as the Yearbook will be ready for distribution at the June 13 th next board meeting. Old/New Business : Old Business: There was no old business brought before the BOM. New Business: Past President Christou pointed out that the Society’s 120 th Birthday was the enxt day on April 19, 2009 and that we should all be encouraged by the success of our Society and that we should now begin working on events and publications for our 125 th in five years. Secretary Christou asked that any who were going to Congress notify Lou Raborg so they can be listed as a Delegate. We normally have eligibility for 17 delegates based on our Society size. Move to adjourn was presented by Hall Worthington and seconded. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 12:30. Respectfully submitted by Christos Christou, Jr.
Members present: § Board Member ¥ Past President 1. Robert G.M. Achtmeyer 13. David H. Embrey§ 25. Christopher Raborg 2. Robert J. Ayres§ 14. James F. Engler, Sr. 26. C. Louis Raborg Jr. § 3. James G. Ballard Jr. § 15. Edward A. Foreman, Jr. § 27. George Satterthwaite 4. William C. Batton 16. Lester A. Foster Jr. §¥ 28. William P. Smithson 5. Tim Bennett (DCSSAR) 17. Jean S. Fugett, Sr. § 29. Gerald P. Starr 6. Partee J. Boliek Jr. § 18. Richard L. Funk§ 30. Douglas B. Stuart §¥ 7. Roger V. Buck § 19. David W. Hoover § 31. John H. Vandegriff §¥ 8. Richard J. Campbell 20. Ernest L. Irish §¥ 32. J. Patrick Warner§ 9. Robert M. Caples 21. Brandon B. Justice 33. Kenneth E. Zimmerman§ 10. Bruce D. Champion 22. Lee Crandall Park§ 11. Christos Christou Jr. §¥ 23. Dr. Cecil M. Massie, Sr. §¥ 12. Ivan V. Dooley, Jr. § 24. Barrett L. McKown §¥
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Treasurer Barrett L. McKown
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Budget for 2009-2010
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Registrar Kenneth E. Zimmerman
Approved New Members SAR # MD# Member Ch Type Patriot Service Sponsors Daddysman, Jon Paul 159636 3844 Raymond Sr. 15 Appl Samuels, Joseph Pvt Va Militia Dual with PA Embrey, David Mead, 171599 3845 Embrey, Jeremy David 10 Appl Kemp, Reuben Pvt NH Militia Harvey Thomas Smithson, Smithson, 171600 3846 Fuqua, Donald Bryant 9 Appl Wells, Littleberry Pvt Va Militia Chris William Achtmeyer, Robert Tackitt, R. Zimmerman, 171822 3847 George MacMillen 2 Appl Quinby, Samuel Pvt PA Militia Duane Kenneth Christou, Lyons, 171823 3848 Neil, Jerry Floyd 4 Appl Blough, Jacob Pvt PA Militia Christos Robert E. Pvt Wicomico Barringer, Christou, 171824 3849 Beed, Ian David 18 Appl Causey, Patrick Co MD Militia James Christos Stenton, Frederick Zimmerman, Ward, 171825 3850 George 5 Appl Packard, Ichabod Pvt MA Militia Ken Charles 159624 3851 Ballard, George Howard 3 Appl Carrigan, Gilbert Pvt NY Militia Dual with NY Cook, Christopher Transfer from 159482 3852 Burton 6 Appl Spofford, Eldad Sgt. NH Mil VA Pyne, Champion, 172105 3853 Deering, Donald Arthur 1 Appl Gardner, Benjamin Sgt RI Militia Frederick Bruce 1st Lt. NY Pyne, Champion, 172106 3854 Deering, Justin Glenn 1 Appl Howe, Timothy Sr. Militia Frederick Bruce Pyne, Champion, 172107 3855 Gardner, Ira Henry 1 Appl Gardner, Benjamin Sgt RI Militia Frederick Bruce Pyne, Champion, 172108 3856 Gardner, Allen Leslie 1 Appl Gardner, Benjamin Sgt RI Militia Frederick Bruce Erkelenz, William Pyne, Champion, 172109 3857 George 1 Appl Cross, Uriah Sgt NY Militia Frederick Bruce Smithson, Smithson, 172110 3858 Mills, Mark Christopher 9 Appl Brown, George PS Oath MD Chris William Oath Hill, Charles 172111 3859 Price, Richard Foard 5 Appl Price, Benjamin Baltimore MD Price, George H. Pvt Somerset Howard, Zimmerman, 172122 3860 Somers, John Ray 12 Appl Milligan, Isaac MD Militia Frederick Kenneth Pvt Chester Zimmerman, Ward, 172197 3861 Perdue, Robert Eugene 10 Appl Purdy, Mentor Pin PA Militia Ken Charles Erkelenz, William Pyne, Champion, 172280 3862 Stanley 1 Appl Cross, Uriah Sgt NY Militia Frederick Bruce Coryell, Walter Thomas Christou, Almony, 172279 3863 Frederick 8 Appl Coryell, George Capt NJ Militia Christos Guy E. Jr. McCarrick, Theodore Sullivan, Berry, 172354 3864 Edgar 14 Appl Jones, John Col. VA Militia Michael James Jr. Pvt Somerset Howard, Zimmerman, 172488 3865 Somers, Arthur Lewis 12 Appl Milligan, Isaac MD Militia Frederick Kenneth Crawford, 172489 3866 Buckland, James D 7 Appl Buckland, John Pvt MD Militia Hixon, James G. Noel Capt. PG Co McKown, 172490 3867 Moore, Randolph Tabor 6 Appl Duvall, Marsh Mareen MD Mil Moore, Basil Barrett L. Tackitt, R. Zimmerman, 172491 3868 Currier, Leland Clayton 6 Appl Currier, Levi Pvt MA Militia Duane Kenneth Tackitt, R. Zimmerman, 172492 3869 Currier, William Frank 6 Appl Currier, Levi Pvt MA Militia Duane Kenneth Hoon, Alexander Pvt Lancaster Stenger, 172493 3870 Holliday 8 Appl Hoon, Henry Co PA Mil Corey, Reece Jackson
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SAR # MD# Member Ch Type Patriot Service Sponsors Roberts, Robert Pvt Frederick 154779 3871 Gentis, Charles Adrian 1 Appl Morgan Co MD Militia Dual from CA McKown, Zimmerman, 172576 3872 Millar, Scott Edward Jr. 6 Appl Morton, William Pvt VA Militia Barrett L. Raymond Cpl Charles Pyne, Schrodel, 172808 3873 Bass, Andrew Lloyd 1 Appl Smoot, William Barton Co MD Mil Frederick Charles Cpl Charles Pyne, Schrodel, 172809 3874 Bass, Ryan Christopher 1 Appl Smoot, William Barton Co MD Mil Frederick Charles LaPlanche, Stephen Pvt Kent Co McKown, Zimmerman, 172810 3875 Wayne 6 Appl Bowers, Thomas MD Mil Barrett L. Raymond 2nd Lt. Cont. Pyne, Schrodel, 172811 3876 Lewis, George Elder Jr. 1 Appl Humphreys, John Line Frederick Charles Jr. Schercinger, 172819 3877 McKenny, Collin Joseph 14 Appl Lewis, Fielding Sr. Bgen VA John Irish, Ernest Lt. Reading McKown, Zimmerman, 172820 3878 Harvey, John Robert Jr. 6 Appl Harvey, Job PA Mil Barrett L. Raymond Jr. 1st Lt. Chester Almony, Guy Christou, 172903 3879 Durkin, Patrick Shawn 5 Appl Wiley, Matthew PA Mil E. Jr. Christos Jr. 1st Lt. Chester Almony, Guy Christou, 172904 3880 Durkin, Luke William 5 Appl Wiley, Matthew PA Mil E. Jr. Christos Denney, Stephen Christou, Denney, 172905 3881 Edward 2 Appl Denney, Edward Pvt SC Militia Christos Daniel Patriot MD Almony, Guy Christou, 172906 3882 Simon, Jeffrey Scott 9 Appl Almony, John Oath E. Jr. Christos Grossnickle, Monroe Schrodel, Pyne, 172907 3883 Francis 1 Appl Hoover, John Jr. Pvt MD Mil Charles Frederick Offutt, Mordecai PS Oath Pyne, Offutt, 172908 3884 Offutt, Paul Joseph 1 Appl Burgess Mont. Co MD Frederick William J. Smithson, 172909 3885 Batton, William Charles 9 Appl Austin, Henry Lt VA Militia Christopher T. Mills, Mark Smithson, Smithson, 172910 3886 Glover, Norman Richard 11 Appl Glover, Robert Pvt MA Militia Christopher T. William Smithson, Smithson, 172911 3887 Glover, John Richard 9 Appl Glover, Robert Pvt MA Militia Christopher T. William 147231 3888 Pileggi,James E. 7 Appl Dual with DE Capt. VA Transfer from 148343 3889 Cook, Calvin Burt 8 Appl Chambers, Josiah Militia SC n/a Transfer to 170658 3890 Butler, Barclay P 2 Appl MD n/a Transfer to 170661 3891 Butler, Benjamin P 2 Appl MD n/a Transfer to 170664 3892 Butler, Thomas F. 2 Appl MD Smithson, Ballard, James Christopher 173279 3893 Ballard, David William 3 Appl Carrigan, Gilbert Pvt NY Militia G Jr. T Smithson, Ballard, James Gilbert Ballard, James Christopher 173280 3894 III 3 Appl Carrigan, Gilbert Pvt NY Militia G Jr. T Smithson, Ballard, James Christopher 173281 3895 Ballard, Bradley Allen 3 Appl Carrigan, Gilbert Pvt NY Militia G Jr. T Howard, Barry n/a Transfer to 149343 3896 Christopher 13 Appl MD Capt. Travers, Charles Dorchester Smithson, 173455 3897 Kenneth 12 Appl Travers, Matthias MD Militia Christopher T. Mills, Mark Capt. Dorchester Smithson, 173456 3898 Travers, Joseph Bryan 6 Appl Travers, Matthias MD Militia Christopher T. Mills, Mark
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SAR # MD# Member Ch Type Patriot Service Sponsors Capt. Travers, Joseph Bryan Dorchester Smithson, 173457 3899 II 6 Appl Travers, Matthias MD Militia Christopher T. Mills, Mark Capt. Travers, Benjamin Jr. Dorchester Smithson, 173458 3900 Boyer 6 Appl Travers, Matthias MD Militia Christopher T. Mills, Mark 173459 3901 Aiton, Jeffrey Bruce 14 Appl Blake, Nicholas Pvt PA Mil Aiton, Bruce Irish, Ernest Weisenborn, William Weisenborn, McKown, 173460 3902 Arthur 18 Appl Barratt, Philip Col DE Militia William M. III Barrett L. McKown, Martin Hayes McKown, McKown, 173461 3903 3rd 18 Appl McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia Martin Jr. Barrett L. McKown, Connor McKown, McKown, 173462 3904 Braxton 18 Appl McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia Martin Jr. Barrett L. Jr. McKown, McKown, 173463 3905 McKown, Carson Lee 18 Appl McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia Martin Jr. Barrett L. Jr. McKown, McKown, 173464 3906 McKown, Bailey Wright 18 Appl McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia Martin Jr. Barrett L. Jr. McKown, McKown, 173465 3907 Ferris, Evan Patrick 18 Appl McKown, Gilbert Pvt VA Militia Martin Jr. Barrett L. Pvt NJ Continental Hutter, J. Christou, 173466 3908 Hutter, John Jeffrey Jr. 15 Appl Creveling, Andrew Line Jeffrey Sr. Christos Capt VA Tackitt, R. Zimmerman, 173467 3909 Cummins, Jay Lance 18 Appl Garrett, Henry Militia Duane Kenneth Henderson, Douglas Steward Navy Tackitt, R. Zimmerman, 173468 3910 Frank Osler 2 Appl Henderson, David in VA Duane Kenneth Cpl MD Cont Almony, Guy Christou, 173469 3911 Frampton, Paul Bennett 2 Appl Jones, Thomas Line E. Jr. Christos Transfer from 150739 3912 Herbert, Paul Nicholas 14 Appl Bishop, John PS VT VA
Approved Supplementals NATL Suppl # St # SURNAME Ch Type # Ancestor Ancestor Service Approved PS Oath Harford 160713 3664 Almony, Guy Edward Jr. 4 Suppl S4 Gilbert, Michael Co MD 12/12/2008 PS Oath Frederick 160713 3664 Almony, Guy Edward Jr. 4 Suppl S5 Hull, Andrew Sr. Co MD 12/12/2008 Pvt. York Co PA 169225 3801 Brown, Daniel Wilson Jr. 5 Suppl S1 Witmyer, Simon Jr. Militia 5/12/2008 Pvt Philadelphia 130571 2951 Christou Jr, Christos 4 Suppl S19 Bolton, Jonathan PA Militia 11/12/2008 130571 2951 Christou Jr, Christos 4 Suppl S20 Scherer, Valentine PS Philadelphia PA 11/12/2008 Forney, Sr., Fredric 109957 2258 Daniel 6 Suppl S2 Harmon, John Pvt PA Mil 5/2/2008 Forney, Sr., Fredric 109957 2258 Daniel 6 Suppl S3 Kunkle, John Pvt York Co PA Mil 5/2/2008 Forney, Sr., Fredric 109957 2258 Daniel 6 Suppl S4 Lesher, John Pvt PA Militia 5/2/2008 Forney, Sr., Fredric 109957 2258 Daniel 6 Suppl S5 Wenger, Joseph Pvt PA Mil 7/21/2008 Forney, Sr., Fredric PS Rockingham 109957 2258 Daniel 6 Suppl S6 Brenneman, Abraham Co VA 8/5/2008 Forney, Sr., Fredric 109957 2258 Daniel 6 Suppl S7 Wyant, Peter Pvt PA Mil 8/13/2008 Forney, Sr., Fredric 109957 2258 Daniel 6 Suppl S8 Simmons, Ephraim Jr. Pvt Va Militia 11/12/2008
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NATL Suppl # St # SURNAME Ch Type # Ancestor Ancestor Service Approved Forney, Sr., Fredric 109957 2258 Daniel 6 Suppl S9 Seamonds, Ephraim Sr. PS VA 3/6/2009 164689 3805 Fuchs, Kevin Richard 4 Suppl S1 Hardaway, Thomas PS VA 11/12/2008 164689 3805 Fuchs, Kevin Richard 4 Suppl S2 Harwell, Mark PS VA 11/12/2008 148489 3413 Hoover, David W. 9 Suppl S1 Dubs, Oswald Pvt York Co PA Mil 11/12/2008 148399 3407 Kagle, Donald R., Jr. 9 Suppl S1 Hitchcock, Aseal PS Oath MD 8/5/2008 167542 3761 Loy, William Alan 2 Suppl S1 Ours, Sigmon Pvt VA Militia 6/2/2008 Schrodel, Charles 137510 3144 Suman Jr. 1 Suppl S2 Dofler, Peter PS MD 11/12/2008 Schrodel, Charles 137510 3144 Suman Jr. 1 Suppl S3 Schley, John Thomas CS MD 11/12/2008 171484 3839 Towler, William Ian 5 Suppl S1 Spach, Adam Sr. PS Wgn NC 11/12/2008 171484 3839 Towler, William Ian 5 Suppl S2 Spach, Johann Gottlieb PS NC 11/12/2008
Historian Robert E. Lyons
No report submitted by Chairman.
Organizing Secretary Jean S. Fugett Sr.
No report submitted by Chairman.
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Genealogist C. Louis Raborg Jr Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Genealogists Report 2008-2009
During the following year I worked with and submitted the following prospective members applications:
Mark Steven Gilbert - Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore Chapter Mitchell Shawn Gilbert - Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore Chapter Phillip Grayson Gilbert - Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore Chapter John Richard Higgins Jr. - Capt. John Smoot Chapter C. Louis Raborg Sr. - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter Christopher J. Raborg - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter Samuel Louis Raborg - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter Louis Patrick Michael Raborg - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter John Joseph Kleiderlein Jr. - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter James Patsy Torre IV - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter Timothy Paul Torre - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter
The following are also near completion only awaiting signatures...
Mathew Leighton O'Neill - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter Mark Shannon O'Neill - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter Phillip Grayson O'Neill - Col. Aquila Hall Chapter
My efforts this year have also included speaking with many of our prospective members and offering any assistance that I could give. As a member of the Col. Aquila Hall chapter I also solicited help with membership at our education table at the Havre de Grace Decoy Festival, Jerusalem Mills, Harford Mall, and several gun shows around the state. It should also be noted that the lions share of work this year was done on my behalf through the generosity of our past Genealogist Christopher Smithson.
Faithfully submitted,
C. Louis Raborg Jr. MDSSAR Genealogist
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Chaplain Rev. Partee Boliek
Since we receive late notice sometimes the date of death is prior to the last annual meeting but they were not read at that time and are included here.
SAR # MD # Name Date of death 98033 1934 Charles N. Adams, Jr. Died 24 July 2008 93557 1875 Keister N. Adams Died Feb. 2, 2009 130031 2941 Anthony D. Andrews Died Feb. 28, 2009 129561 2924 Henry H. Austraw, Jr. Died Dec. 26, 2008 159624 3851 George H. Ballard Died Mar. 17, 2009 137133 3127 BREEDEN, George Blunt Died March 24, 2009 90075 3375 J. Rosse Collins, Jr. Died Apr 30, 2008 158658 3625 De Witt E. De Lawter Died Nov. 10 2007 120169 2617 Charles E. Dennis, Jr. Died Sep 13, 2007 133817 3049 Raymond S. Denniston Jr. Died May 9,2008 141230 3245 Frederick L. Eareckson Died Nov 29, 2007 139546 3213 Donald F. Foxworthy Died Sep 18, 2008 169528 3806 Lloyd C. Hall Died Nov. 2 2008 104202 2103 Henry A. Hamann Died March 30, 2008 127935 2876 Henry W. D. Holljes, M.D. Died May 2 2008 138753 3190 Louis S. Hyde, Jr. Died Jan 6, 2009 119465 2611 Walter Thomas Kees, M.D. Died Mar 11, 2008 124147 2759 L. E. KIELMAN, JR. Died Oct 2, 2008 120954 2648 Paul E. Kraft Died 25 May 2008 70849 1575 Robert C. McCardell Died Jan. 26 2009 109986 2537 Arthur B. Merrion Died Feb.15, 2008 87485 1786 Hansford E. Moxley Died Dec 3 2007 129053 2913 President Ray R. Potter, Sr. Died May 21, 2008 98922 2827 Frederick K. Price Died Jan 5 2008 124149 2761 Albert A. Radcliffe, Jr. Died May 8, 2008 137849 3162 Cdr. Robert L. Sminkey USN (Ret) Died July 25, 2008 138018 3172 Robert E. Werner Died Mar 14, 2008 158464 3616 Walter L. Wilt Died Dec. 18, 2008
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President Ray Robert Potter, Sr. (1928-2008) (August 27, 1928 – May 21, 2008) 79 th MDSSAR President 2002-2003
Williamsport - Ray Robert Potter, Sr., 79, of Baker Hill Lane Williamsport, MD died Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Towson, Maryland.
Born, August 27, 1928 in Grindstone, PA to the late Ralph W. and Blache Iva Davis Potter. He was a 1945 graduate of Girard College in Philadelphia, PA. He was employed as an Electrician with the Baltimore County Public Schools for 26 years retiring in 1990. He was a veteran of the Army National Guard serving during the Korean War. He was a member of Rehoboth United Methodist Church Williamsport, MD. He served on the Church Council and Staff Parish Relations Committee. He served as President of the Maryland State Society, Sons of the American Revolution.
Survivors Include: Wife: Helen Virginia Kline Potter married Feb. 21, 1947 of Williamsport, MD; Daughter: Virginia A. Danko of Keedysville, MD; Daughter: Pamela O. Sharbonda of Timonium, MD; Daughter: Grace O. Sprankle of Hagerstown, MD; Son: Ray R. Potter, Jr. of Baltimore, MD; 12 Grandchildren; and 26 Great Grandchildren
He was predeceased by one brother Clarence Potter. The family will receive friends at the Osborne Funeral Home 425 S. Conococheague St. Williamsport, MD on Monday, May 26, 2008 from 3:00-5:00 pm. Funeral services will be held at 5:00 pm with Rev. Dr. James E. Swecker officiating. Graveside services will be held at Mill Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery in Port Republic, Virginia on Tuesday May 27, 2008 at 11:00 am with Rev. Dr. James E. Swecker officiating. Rehoboth United Methodist Church Building Fund 30 E. Salisbury St. Williamsport, MD 21795
RAY POTTER’S BIOGRAPHY Ray Potter was born in Grindstone, Redstone Township, Pennsylvania. During his early years, he was sent to live with his maternal grandparents in Ohiopyle. At the age of five, following the death of his father, he was placed in Girard College, an orphanage in Philadelphia where he remained until his graduation during June, 1945. In 1945, he met his first and only girlfriend, Helen Virginia Kline of Oakton, VA. The two of them were married in February, 1947 and have four children, twelve grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Family gatherings are, as one can imagine, large and enjoyable. In 1951, because of America’s involvement in the Korean Conflict and because at that time, fathers were being drafted, Ray enlisted in an activated U. S. Army Reserve Unit. Following basic training, he was assigned to the Defense Early Line (D.E.W. Line) and served in the American Theatre as an early warning radar operator and technician until the Armistice was signed. Ray was discharged from service in 1958.
In early 1983, heart disease became an unwelcome guest in the Potter household. Because of the nature of his illness, Ray and Helen were asked to research his family history in an effort to learn more about congenital coronary disease. In 1984, a search for family roots began. Not an easy task since during his years at Girard, Ray had lost contact with most of his family. He knew about his mother and only brother but had no knowledge of cousins and other family members in Pennsylvania. After a two year search, Ray was eventually reunited with a cousin in Ohiopyle and from that reunion, he was introduced to other family in Hopwood, Uniontown, Farmington and other areas of Fayette County. To his surprise, he learned that he descended from Captain John Potter who served during the Revolutionary War with the First New Jersey Regiment. In 1783, Captain Potter moved his family to Henry Clay Township, PA where he became well known in his community and Fayette County. He and his fourth wife, Elizabeth rest in a family plot under the Youghiogheny Lake not far from the U. S. Route 40 bridge. Ray & Helen worked to have a memorial marker placed in the Irwin Memorial Cemetery, south of Ohiopyle, PA where his father, grandparents and great grandparents are interred. A one-room school built and established by his great grandfather and members of the Wharton Community still stands in Gibbon Glade, PA – the first free Public School in Wharton Township. The school graduated its last class in 1955. Following the successful search for family history, Ray applied for and was accepted for membership in the Sons of the American Revolution in 1987. Active in community efforts, Ray & Helen work today with their community association, the Children of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution. At the 1999/2000 Annual State Conference of the Maryland Society, C.A.R., they were voted Most Outstanding C.A.R. Seniors in Maryland. Ray was elected and installed as State President of Maryland SAR on April 6, 2002. MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 42 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor
Surgeon Lee Crandall Park Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution Surgeon’s Report March 28, 2009
1. Influenza and Drug Resistance
It has been found that there are several flu strains this year that are resistant to the drug, Tamiflu (oseltamivir). This is a major concern because the drug is being stored for use in a possible avian virus pandemic. The concern is that the resistance might somehow transfer to the avian virus.
It has been recommended that doctors using Tamiflu this winter should check whether the resistant flu virus types have been detected in their local community.
2. Hands-Only CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
The American Heart Association has updated CPR Guidelines to include “hands-only” CPR, a good procedure for people who have not received formal CPR training. Conventional CPR usually requires some training, since it involves tilting a person’s head back, checking the airways, and then blowing two breaths into a person’s mouth followed by thirty quick strong chest compressions, and then repeating this sequence over and over. When a person collapses with cardiac arrest, inexperienced bystanders may feel helpless to act. It has been determined that even people trained in CPR can have uncertainty and hesitation about the somewhat complicated procedure when an actual event occurs.
Now it has been found that “hands-only” CPR can be quite effective. This involves continuous, rapid chest compressions of about 100 per minute without any of the other steps. This can keep a victim alive for several minutes vs. doing nothing. Every moment counts since survival rates, which are rather poor to start with, drop about 10% each minute that CPR is delayed. Of course, it is important that someone call 911 immediately since emergency vehicles generally arrive on the scene in less than 10 minutes.
Submitted by Lee Crandall Park, M.D. Surgeon, MDSSAR
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Trustee Ernest L. Irish
Trustee Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution
Trustee Annual Report 18 April 2009
The Trustees met at the Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 Leadership Meetings in Louisville.
During the March 2009 meeting the Trustees approved a proposal to renovate the smaller portion of the new CAAH building using monies on hand from our fundraising efforts and move the library and the membership application processing function from the existing HQ building into the new building. This will take place during the next two to three years.
A proposal to double NSSAR new membership application fees beginning 1 January 2010 in lieu of increasing annual dues was approved by the Trustees (supplemental application fees will remain unchanged).
Several minor Bylaws changes were approved. A proposal to delete the requirement for the Chaplain General to be an ordained minister (Bylaw No.14) was tabled for further study.
Nominations for the 2009-2010 NSSAR officers were announced. Our own Dr Lee Crandall Park has been nominated to be the Surgeon General.
Sincerely,
Ernest L. Irish
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Chapters
Chapter Name Date Organized President #1 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart (FR) (11/09/1920) Mark L. Hoke
#2 Gen. William Smallwood (MO) (09/13/1968) J. Patrick Warner
#3 Christian Ardinger (WA) (05/22/1971) James G. Ballard Jr.
#4 Col. John Eager Howard (BC) (11/11/1972) Robert E. Lyons
#5 Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore (BA) (01/25/1972) Charles H. Hill
#6 John Paul Jones (AA) (07/22/1972) Christopher C. Beck
#7 Col. Henry Hollingsworth (CE) (03/26/1973) G. Noel Crawford
#8 Col. Tench Tilghman (CARO,KE,QA,TA) (05/01/1976) Dr. W. Jackson Stenger, Jr.
#9 Col. Aquila Hall (HA) (11/06/1976) David W. Hoover
#10 Charles Carroll of Carrollton (HO) (03/01/1977) David H. Embrey
#11 John Hanson (PG) (02/25/1979) Douglas B. Stuart
#12 Capt. John Smoot (DO, SO, WI, WO) (10/30/1982) Raymond L. Jackson
#13 Westminster (CARR) (03/09/1985) Dr. Cecil M. Massie, Sr.
#14 Thomas Stone (CH, CV, SM) (03/30/1991) Charles D. Boone
#15 Little Meadows (AL, GA) (07/15/2000) Paul R. Shockey
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#1 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart (FR) Mark L. Hoke
Sgt Lawrence Everhart Chapter 2008 Annual Report Period from April 2008 through March 2009 Douglas Favorite – President April 1, 2009
The Sgt Lawrence Everhart chapter has been exceptionally active this year with five business meetings, a semi annual spring luncheon and the annual fall dinner meeting. MDSSAR President Duane Tackitt and his wife attended the spring luncheon held on April 8th. Special guests from the DAR were present.
This meeting was dedicated to new and old members. Seventeen Good Citizenship Certificates were present to members who have been active for 25 years. Two of which have been members for over 60 years. The MD State president Duane Tackitt swore in six new members. A Meritorious Service medal was presented to Jack Schrodel for his tireless service to the chapter over many years.
The Junior ROTC ward was presented to Ms. Jessica Romano, a student at Linganore High School by patriot David Schrodel. Ms. Romano gave a short talk about the ROTC program and her plans for college in a U.S. service academy.
SAR awards were announced for ROTC medals to Cadet William Bush of Hood College and Cadet Zachary Jacobson of Mt. St. Mary’s University. The awards were given at the 87 th Annual President’s review at McDaniel University on April 19 th. .
Flag Awards were presented to Home Depot, McCutcheon’s Apple Products and private citizen US Navy Capt. C.B. Earley for prominently display the American Flag.
The annual summer event for the chapter was a gravesite dedication to Capt. Thomas Beatty, from Frederick County. The event was Sunday, June 6th in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, in Frederick. Capt. Beatty was given full formal military honors from the MDSSAR color guard. The state President, Duane Tackitt and local DAR Regents attended the event.
A special executive meeting was held on August 26 th to consider a request from author and chapter member Fred Pyne for a grant to help defray the costs of publishing his work: “The War of the American Revolution: Day by Day”. It was determined that the chapter would grant the amount of $2,000. The book will be published in 2009.
The annual dinner meeting was held at Dutch’s Daughter restaurant on October 17 th . Madison Churchill read her winning 5th Grade Essay, and MDSSAR President Duane Tackitt installed six new members.
The guest of honor was Sheriff Charles A “Chuck” Jenkins who addressed the audience and was presented the SAR Law Enforcement Award.
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The slate of new officers for 2008/2009 were sworn in by President Tackitt: Doug Favorite – President, C. Larry Bishop – VP, Bruce Champion – Secretary, Frank Joy – Treasurer, Fred Pyne – Chaplain and Registrar, Richard Stup – Asst. Secretary
In October the chapter secretary submitted a brief description and SAR mission statement of the Sgt. Lawrence Everhart SAR chapter to the Frederick County Public Libraries for their new Electronic web site of community organizations.
The winter business meeting was held on January 31 st at Buckingham Choice in Adamstown, MD. The purpose to plan for the 2009 chapter events. The winner of the SAR essay contest is Nick Thomas; a senior at Tuscarora High School who’s winning essay on John Jay was selected. He and his parents will be out guests at the spring luncheon to be held April 16 th at Dutch’s Daughter restaurant in Frederick.
Flag Award recipients were announced. They will be our guests at the spring luncheon.
Rick Stup, Asst. secretary, outlined his New Member Initiative Information package. This terrific new tool will be forwarded to the State for dissemination to the chapters in Maryland and possibly National. It will certainly be on the MDSSAR web site.
The 2009 summer event will be held at Mt. Olivet cemetery in Frederick on June 28 th to honor our patriot, Capt. Peter Mantz. The event will be published by our new PR committee for the public to attend.
It was determined that a second event in 2009 is probable to dedicate a plaque at the site of the Catoctin Furnace in Thurmont, MD. This furnace produced munitions for the Revolutionary War. Discussions are underway with the Park Service for their endorsement, which is pending.
The annual spring luncheon date has been set for April 16 th , 2009 at Dutch’s Daughter restaurant. The event will welcome five new members and introduce them to our new member initiative. Awards will also be presented to members for service to the chapter.
On March 21, 2009 three members of the chapter attended the MDSSAR Chapter Workshop at Bowie MD. At that time Rick Stup, our Asst. Secretary submitted his new “New Member Initiative” program that he developed this past year. It will be studied by the state officers and possibly presented to all chapters as a new program to encourage new member participation in chapter activities. Also, at that meeting, Jack Schrodel presented his very extensively researched chapter History project. This History binder will be maintained by the Secretary and presented to the MDSSAR, and the local Library Maryland Room research center.
Respectfully submitted,
Bruce Champion, Secretary
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#2 Gen. William Smallwood (MO) J. Patrick Warner
General William Smallwood Chapter Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution 2008 Annual Report January 10, 2009
Chapter History Compatriot Pat Warner assumed the position of chapter president, succeeding Dan Zimmerman, during the year. The chapter had seventy-six paid members as of December 31, 2008. 2008 marked the anniversary of our 40th year of our chapter since being chartered.
Dinner Meetings The General William Smallwood Chapter held dinner meetings in March, June, September and December. The members attending the dinner meetings enjoyed excellent speakers who featured interesting topics from the late 18th and early 19th century as well as relevant contemporary issues. In March, The program for the evening was a talk on “George Washington: Man and Leader” by Professor Edward Lengel, associate professor at the University of Virginia. Dr. Lengel presented a very interesting and personal portrait of our first President. At our June meeting, MDSSAR President Duane Tackitt installed the officers for 2008-2009 and gave an informative talk about his goals as the new MDSSAR president. In September, we focused the meeting on the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps programs in Montgomery and Frederick Counties. Two Navy commanders provided an interesting insight into the JROTC program and its emphasis on leadership and citizenship. For our annual Christmas dinner in December, we heard a report from the Ark and Dove Society of the Children of the American Revolution. Our speaker was Compatriot Douglas Stewart of the John Hansen Chapter. Compatriot Stewart provided an educational perspective on the similarities between the lives of George Washington and Robert E. Lee. Dinner meetings were held quarterly on the first Thursday of the first month of the quarter at Alfio’s LaTrattoria Restaurant, Bethesda, Maryland at 7:00 p.m. All S.A.R. members are welcome.
Sponsored Societies The Smallwood Chapter gives financial support to The Ark and Dove Society and Hungerford Resolve Society of the Children of the American Revolution. These organizations join us at our December meeting and report on the activities of their societies during the year. The annual Ark and Dove Society report was read by the current President, Ms. Abigail Klein.
Memorial Day Observances The annual Memorial Day program was is held at Veterans Memorial Park in the Woodmont Triangle in Bethesda. The event was very well attended and local author Bill Offutt was the speaker. He spoke on the history of Memorial Day in the Bethesda area. Over twelve civic and patriotic groups, politicians and members of the Press were in attendance. This was our 39th year of hosting this important event.
High School Awards During 2008, the Smallwood Chapter presented three bronze Jr. ROTC awards and bond applications, and nine Outstanding Citizenship awards to local Montgomery County Graduating High School seniors. Two certificates of appreciation were presented to the coordinators of the Jr. ROTC program in Montgomery County.
Flag and Other Awards The Smallwood Chapter presented one flag award during the first half of 2008. Past President Don Bean was awarded a past President pin by State President Duane Tackitt.
Respectfully submitted, Charles J. Wells Secretary, Gen. William Smallwood Chapter MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 48 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor
#3 Christian Ardinger (WA) James G. Ballard Jr. CHRISTIAN ARDINGER ANNUAL REPORT 2008
The Christian Ardinger Chapter resumed activities in July when James Ballard was appointed president of the chapter by State President Tackitt. The Chapter had been inactive for some time and membership had fallen to eight members. With the help of many state officers an organizational meeting was held on August 4th at the Washington County Lib. In Hagerstown, Md. and plans were discussed to grow the Chapter. A fine dinner was held at Nick’s Airport Inn following the meeting.
On October 16 th The Chapter held its annual Fall Dinner Meeting at the Speisekarte on 58 South Potomac St., Hagerstown, Md. The meeting was well attended and enjoyed by all. Past President John Lehman was presented his past presidents pin and also awarded his WWII War Service Medal by State VP Ed foreman. Attendees included both SAR and DAR members as well as several prospective members. Chapter Registrar Christopher Smithson was our speaker and presented a fine program on genealogy research techniques and resources.
As of March we have 13 members paid, 2 applications at National and 6 applications being prepared by our registrar as well as several prospects in various stages of completion. Our goal of doubling our membership seems well in hand and we are looking forward to 2009 with anticipation of growth and activity. While the past years focus was on growth and building relationships with the two local DAR Chapters (which contributed several applicants) , we have also made contacts with the scouts and other organizations as we position our chapter to be able to participate in the MDSSAR programs.
President: James Ballard
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#4 Col. John Eager Howard (BC) Robert E. Lyons Col. John Eager Howard Chapter May 14, 2009
This year the Chapter had a limited number of activities during the year listed below. In addition to our meetings and other events, members of the Chapter have served in numerous positions on the State and National board supporting the goals of our Society. MEETINGS LOCATION: Johns Hopkins Club (Herman Room) - Chapter meeting and investiture of new officers for 2008 DATE/TIME: Sunday, January 20, 2008 at 12 pm
LOCATION: DAR Chapter House, 4701 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD DATE/TIME: April 5, 2008 at 12 noon
LOCATION: Honoring Patriots at Old St. Paul’s Cemetery DATE/TIME: Sunday, June 8, 2008 9 a.m.
LOCATION: Grey Rock Rededication of Monument DATE/TIME: September 14, 2008
LOCATION: 5th Regiment Armory - Chapter meeting and investiture of new officers for 2009 DATE/TIME: January 24, 2009 at 12 noon
From: Jerry Neil, Secretary Col. John Eager Howard Chapter.
NEW MEMBERS / SUPPLEMENTALS New since January 2008, we have had two new members Peter Block and Jerry Neil. In addition, several members have submitted supplementals which were approved in 2008. These additional ancestors help future generations researching the same families are encouraged. A member who has additional supplemental ancestors approved, may wear a supplemental star on their membership badge for each additional ancestor. NATL STATE SURNAME Type Suppl Ancestor 171433 3838 Block, Peter Donnelly Application Cottle, Joseph 171823 3848 Neil, Jerry Floyd Application Blough, Jacob 160713 3664 Almony, Guy Edward Jr. Supplemental S4 Gilbert, Michael 160713 3664 Almony, Guy Edward Jr. Supplemental S5 Hull, Andrew Sr. 130571 2951 Christou Jr, Christos Supplemental S19 Bolton, Jonathan 130571 2951 Christou Jr, Christos Supplemental S20 Scherer, Valentine 164689 3805 Fuchs, Kevin Richard Supplemental S1 Hardaway, Thomas 164689 3805 Fuchs, Kevin Richard Supplemental S2 Harwell, Mark 164881 3728 Wenzel, Allan Ray Supplemental S9 Van Cleave, Aaron
ROTC AWARDS Don Adams reported the following ROTC awards for calendar year 2008: Presented by Christos Christou John Hopkins Univ: John Michael Garcia Loyola College: Daniel Valero Morgan state Univ: Meldrick Poindexter.
2009: Presented by Don Adams John Hopkins Univ: Charles Wilson Loyola College: Cameon Beattie Morgan State Univ: Gemie Purnell.
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DEATHS We had the unfortunate news that a long time member of our Society died in 2008. Don Foxworthy was a great supporter of our society with financial and material contributions over the years including books donated to our National Library.
SAR #139546 MD #3213 FOXWORTHY, DONALD FREEMAN DIED SEP 18, 2008
YOUTH CONTESTS We had no Essay winner in 2008 and did not conduct a Chapter level Orations contest. However we did support the Thomas Johnson Society, Children of the American Revolution through membership of our children and grandchildren, financial and material contributions and leadership roles of our members such as Christos Christou, Jr. - Sr. President, Frank Locke – Organizing Secretary, Peter Johnston – Editor, and Guy Almony as 1st Vice President. We also participated in the CAR-DAR-SAR Historical Triad in January.
FLAG CERTIFICATE A Flag Certificate was presented by John Watkins to Chris Kokonas who flies the Flag each day on his front porch. Chris is a WW II Navy veteran who traveled in and around Greece and its many islands during the naval actions of WW II.
COL. JOHN EAGER HOWARD CHAPTER NEW OFFICERS EXECUTIVE BOARD 2008-2009 EXECUTIVE BOARD 2009-2010 President: Robert E. Lyons President: Jean S. Fugett, Sr 1st VP: Jean S. Fugett, Sr. 1st VP: Donald A. Adams, Sr. 2nd VP: Donald A. Adams, Sr. 2nd VP: Christopher M. Cortright Secretary: Christopher M. Cortright Treasurer: Edward A. Foreman, Jr. Treasurer: Edward A. Foreman, Jr. Secretary: Jerry F. Neil Registrar: Kyle P. Tipton Sergeant at Arms: Gregory H. Barnhill Chaplain: J. Edward Johnston Registrar: Rev. Christos Christou, Jr. Sergeant at Arms: Gregory H. Barnhill Chaplain: J. Russell Fugett
BOARD OF MANAGERS BOARD OF MANAGERS G. Edward Dickey (2007-2010) John B. Welsh, Jr. Jean S. Fugett, Jr. Jean S. Fugett, Sr. Jeremy L. Sieverts Edward A. Foreman Jr. (2008-2011) Jean S. Fugett, Jr. J. Russell Fugett Jeremy L. Sieverts Donald C. Helm, PhD (2009-2012) CURRENT PAST PRESIDENTS Frank H. Robinson, Jr. Randall D. Grimsley 79-81 Guy E. Almony Jr. Lester A. Foster, Jr. 83-84 James M. Sanders, Jr. 85-88 CURRENT PAST PRESIDENTS* Douglas L. McWilliams 88-90 Randall D. Grimsley 79-81 John B. Watkins 1990-2001 Lester A. Foster, Jr. 83-84 Christos Christou, Jr. 2001-04 James M. Sanders, Jr. 85-88 Ivan V. Dooley 2004-05 Douglas L. McWilliams 88-90 Peter L. Johnston 2005-06 John B. Watkins 1990-2001 Edward A. Foreman, Jr. 2006-2007 Rev. Christos Christou, Jr. 2001-2004 Ivan V. Dooley 2004-05 Peter L. Johnston 2005-07 Edward A. Foreman, Jr. 2007-08 Robert E. Lyons 2008-09 (*CPPs are members of the Board)
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#5 Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore (BA) Charles H. Hill
Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore Chapter, Baltimore County MDSSAR President’s State Report for 2008 – 2009
April Annual Meeting and Luncheon : State President R. Duane Tackitt installed current officers, presented Membership Certificates. We had for our Luncheon speaker Chief Master Sergeant Freddie Perry USAF (Ret). CMSGT Perry represented the Baltimore County Public Schools Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps Program.
May Awards Ceremony : 69 letters sent to 35 Public, Parochial and Private Schools of Baltimore County. Letters sent to the Principal and the Director of Guidance at each school as applicable.
19 Award Certificates Presented to students. Delegates Patrick McDonough and Susan Aumann assisted with the presentations. 7 JROTC Certificates presented to cadets.
Made Certificate Presentations at: Milford Mill High School, Parkville High School and Kenwood High School.
Our Chapter Received a Baltimore County Executive Citation for our High School Recognition Program List of Program Support: Honorable James T. Smith Jr., Baltimore County Executive Delegate Patrick L. McDonough, District 7 Delegate Susan L. M. Aumann, District 42 Delegate Stephen Lafferty, District 42 Delegate William J. Frank, District 42 Delegate Dana Stein, District 11 Delegate John A. Olszewski, Jr., District 6 Delegate Adrienne A. Jones , District 10 W. King Barnes Jr., Vice President NRM Chap. MDSSAR, Music Capt. R. Duane Tackitt (USN Ret.), President MDSSAR B/Gen. W. Hall Worthington (Ret.) V/P General NSSAR Mid-Atlantic Lt. Col. Ernest L. Irish (Ret.), MDSSAR Trustee Maureen Tipton, President Thomas Johnson Society MD CAR Daughters of the American Revolution Chief Master Sergeant Freddie Perry, Kenwood High AFJROTC Kenwood High School AFJROTC Color Guard Kenwood High School AFJROTC Cadets
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Towson United Methodist Church
Presented 249 Patriot and Defender Certificates at Harford Hills Elementary School Memorial Day Assembly. Added to our list to receive Patriot and Defender Certificates is the Kingsville Elementary School, Kingsville, Md.
Presented the NRM Chapter’s coveted James Patrick Sennott Devereux Award to Mrs. Joan Bauner, Principal to the Eastwood Elementary Magnet School.
November Luncheon : Very well attended with out Guest speaker Col. Orville R. Hughes US Army (Ret.) he has served 27 years in the United States Army, seeing Duty in three wars as well as during the Cold War period. He retired from the Army in 1969 as a Full Colonel.
During the Korean War He commanded the 45TH INFANTRY DIVISION RECONNAISSANCE COMPANY and Later the 179TH REGIMENTAL TANK COMPANY in the 45TH INFANTRY DIVISION. His COMPANY was on the front line at HEART BREAK RIDGE when the War ended by an Armistice Agreement in 1953.
JULY 1953, He was awarded THE SILVER STAR, Our Nation’s third highest decoration for gallantry, for combat actions in KOREA. He has also been awarded THE LEGION OF MERIT, THE BRONZE STAR, THE PURPLE HEART, THE POW MEDAL and THE ARMY COMMENDATION MEDAL .
We gained seven New members during this year : Compatriot Stephen Curtis Champion Compatriot W. Ian Towler Compatriot Daniel Stabler Dorsey Compatriot Luke William Durkin Compatriot Patrick Shawn Durkin Compatriot Richard Foard Price Compatriot Frederick George Stenton
Respectfully Submitted; Charles H. Hill Chapter President, 2008-2009
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#6 John Paul Jones (AA) Christopher C. Beck
Unexpectedly the Chapter President resigned due to health and former President Chris Beck stepped in to assist the Chapter. Unfortunately no report has been submitted in time for publication of any activities which the Chapter may have conducted.
Approved New members. New Member Patriot Cook, Christopher Burton Spofford, Eldad Currier, Leland Clayton Currier, Levi Currier, William Frank Currier, Levi Forney, John Andrew Forney, Henry Harvey, John Robert Jr. Harvey, Job Hauser, Brian Christopher Hauser, Ulrich Hauser, Rowland Emmerson Hauser, Ulrich Hauser, Zackery Ryan Hauser, Ulrich LaPlanche, Stephen Wayne Bowers, Thomas Millar, Scott Edward Jr. Morton, William Moore, Randolph Tabor Duvall, Marsh Mareen Travers, Benjamin Boyer Travers, Matthias Travers, Joseph Bryan Travers, Matthias Travers, Joseph Bryan II Travers, Matthias
Approved Supplementals by members Member Suppl Patriot Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel S2 Harmon, John Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel S3 Kunkle, John Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel S4 Lesher, John Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel S5 Wenger,Joseph Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel S6 Brenneman, Abraham Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel S7 Wyant, Peter Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel S8 Simmons, Ephraim Jr. Forney, Sr., Fredric Daniel S9 Seamonds, Ephraim Sr.
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#7 Col. Henry Hollingsworth (CE) G. Noel Crawford The Colonel Henry Hollingsworth Chapter The Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Annual Report of 2008 – 2009
1) 2008 Memorial Day Remembrance The annual observance of Memorial Day was conducted on Friday the 30 th of March at 6pm. The services were held at the Elkton Cemetery at the grave site of Colonel Henry Hollingsworth. A total of forty-five individuals participated in the observation. In attendance were the State SAR President – Duane Tackitt, eleven Colonel Henry Hollingsworth Chapter members, four DAR members, three Hollingsworth Color Guardsmen, ten Delaware Fife and Drum Unit members, five 6th Maryland Militia, five 29 th Division members with echo bugler, five Hollingsworth Chapter Compatriot wives and several additional visitors.
2) Defenders Day Compatriots Noel Crawford, Carleton Brown and James Hixon were in attendance at the Defenders Day event at Elk Landing – the Hollingsworth House. Two visitor attendees were Richard Glover and James Buckland; both of them have since joined the Hollingsworth Chapter.
3) Patriot Day Luncheon On 18 th September 2008 the Hollingsworth Chapter held a Patriot Day Luncheon at the Kitty Knight Restaurant in Georgetown, Kent County. Kitty Knight was a local heroine in the War of 1812 by convincing the British Army not to burn and destroy the town of Georgetown, Kent County. Mr. Michael Dixon, lecturer and director of the Historical Society of Cecil County was our guest speaker, with a most interesting and enjoyable presentation entitled “The Road Taken”. Certainly considerable new Cecil County history was provided to those present.
4) DAR Chapter Meeting During the 18 th September 2008 luncheon meeting, it was discussed that this Chapter should meet with the local DAR Chapters to determine the goals of both entities. Compatriot James Hixon attended the dinner meeting of the DAR Chapter - Harbor of Grace - 5th year anniversary, at the Wellwood Yacht Club on 11 October 2008. Ten of their thirty members were present. Most members live outside of the local areas; however, several state DAR officers were in attendance. The State DAR Regent was in attendance. She indicated that the Current membership is now over 2,800 members in some 47 Chapters. I have been told that the SAR is trying to reach for 1,000 members in 15 Chapters. The DAR Chapter President indicated that they have a very successful youth program currently in progress. The Hollingsworth Chapter once has an excellent CAR activity some years ago and we should look into getting this program restarted. Also, one the DAR members questioned why DAR members in Cecil County were not invited to SAR dinner meetings as in the past. She was the wife of a deceased Hollingsworth Chapter member. It was indicated to her that this information would be passed on to the general membership at the next meeting.
5) Search for Revolutionary War Patriot Grave Sites The research for the grave sites for any Cecil County Patriots that were born in Cecil County, moved into Cecil County or died in Cecil County is continuing. Thus far the research has located about three hundred Patriots that have some sort of a connection to Cecil County during the Revolutionary War Era. Of that total more than ninety have been buried in Cecil County. Another seventy-five are buried within twenty miles from Elkton, Cecil County. We will certainly present the Cecil County Patriot listing to Maryland State Headquarters for presentation of grave markers as soon as each grave site is physically located.
6) The Untold Revolutionary War Battle in North East In the research for Cecil County Patriot grave sites for information at the Historical Society of Cecil County, we have come across an archived document dated 15 May 1940 from a Mary Grace Catling. She is noted as being a former DAR Regent of the Constitution Chapter, NSDAR, in Washington, DC. She recounts a story that her father told her about a British landing of upwards of sixty members, against thirteen members of the Grace family on the shores of Beaver Dam Creek, at the current Elk Neck State Park, and near the city of North East. This attack was said to have occurred on 18 April 1776, just prior to Constitutional Congress a few months later. Historians are convinced that no major military battles or skirmishes actually occurred in Cecil County during the Revolutionary War, but this certainly can be confirmed or denied by more research. There is a notation in the upper right hand corner of the archived document that indicates that a Mr. Milt Diggins, from the Cecil County Historical Society, looked at the 1776 Cecil County Census and indicated, as noted showing a William Grace with one male over 50 and two males under 16. Therefore, this does show that some local research was done some time in the past. Fourteen Colonial Grace family members have been located in the available archives. These individuals with ages in the late teens and early twenties were living in the Elk Neck Hundred area during the Revolutionary War and they could have
MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 55 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor taken part in the two hour plus event. If it can be proven positively, then perhaps the area that may still be intact some seventy years after the Catling article was written, should be further investigated. It is believed that this is a good project for the Colonel Henry Hollingsworth Chapter to pursue.
Contact with a history professor at Cecil College, which is about three miles distance from the potential engagement site, has been initiated. Hopefully we could get some of the local college students to help the Chapter in the attempt to prove this theory. On a visit to the Elk Neck State Park, Captain Rick Smith of the Maryland State Park Rangers at Elk Neck indicated to Compatriots Crawford and Hixon that he was well aware of the cemetery site for many years. He provided us with the previous documentation from his state headquarters. He then provided us with a tour of the cemetery and surrounding area. Much of the area needs to be cleaned of leaves and brush in order to relocate all possible burial sites. During our visit to the grave site we were made aware of at least three burial head stones marked in white, one with the date of “1776” etched on it. It is felt that metal detectors could be used to possibly locate potential metal buttons that perhaps were on the military uniforms of the British forces that were killed and buried after the military event. If we are granted state authority to examine the grave sites we will contact an archeologist to assist in the examination of the burial sites. We have been told that a state or local grant could be requested in order to provide the needed funding for this project. Contact has been made with the Maryland Natural Resources; however, they are reluctant to provide us with any help or assurances in our attempt to research the potential grave sites in the isolated cemetery. They have previously indicated that an excess of man power and monetary cost could not be made available through state resources. We are in the planning process to soon contact the British Admiralty to see if they have any military activity on the 18 th of April in 1776. It is well known that the British keep very good records for future resource purposes.
7) Flag Certificate Award A Flag Certificate was awarded by Compatriot Hobert Halsey to Michael King for his continued outside-flag presentation at his home during the past year. Mr. King responded with his appreciation. He graciously offered his professional assistance in producing wood etched signs for donations received from prospective businesses and/or organizations.
8) Knight Essay Award Compatriot Funk indicated that the 2009 Knight Essay Contest only received two written presentations from students in the local high schools; however, they were ruled unacceptable because of failing to meet contest rules and regulations. He will attempt to reach out to high schools students next year with a clear insight of the SAR rules and regulations for the contest.
9) Future SAR Chapter Activities President Crawford indicated that future Hollingsworth Chapter activities should include more County educational program as identified by our National Headquarters, as in Cecil County schools with Defender and Patriots programs, Knight Essay Awards, and Citizen Recognition presentations. We should extend the Flag Certificates to more flag presenters in public and private establishments. And we must increase our recognition of Cecil County Eagle Scouts. Three presentations were conducted in April 2009.
10) Application Possibilities During the past two years at least twenty-five Cecil County males have expressed an interest in joining the Hollingsworth Chapter. We must stay in contact with those individuals to hopefully gain new members. We have urged the current Chapter membership who may be friends or acquaintances with any of those mentioned to contact them and attempt to process them through with their SAR application.
11) Membership Meeting On 18 December 2008 the quarterly meeting of the Colonel Henry Hollingsworth Chapter was held at the Elkton American Legion. There were eight members present along with two wives. Two new members, James Buckland and Richard Glover were recognized with their SAR membership citations and lapel pins.
James R. Hixon, Chapter Secretary
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#8 Col. Tench Tilghman (CARO,KE,QA,TA) Dr. W. Jackson Stenger, Jr. ANNUAL REPORT COL. TENCH TILGHMAN CHAPTER, MDSSAR April 18, 2009
During the past year the chapter held four meetings on its customary schedule.
We met at the Heron Point retirement community in Chestertown on May 3, 2008. At the beginning of the session MDSSAR President Duane Tackitt gave remarks concerning his plans for the coming year. He said that he would be focusing on the enhancement of chapter activities.
President Conway Gregory led the discussion resulting in the assignment of chairs for committees for the next year.
Dr. Charlotte Bode, former professor of history at the University of Maryland College Park presented an interesting talk on the development of our Constitution.
At the conclusion of the meeting Captain Tackitt installed the following officers for 2008-2009: Dr. W. Jackson Stenger, president; Dr. Conway Gregory, vice president; Dr. Warren Tewes, secretary; and Mark Freestate, treasurer. Compatriot Tackitt presented past president pins and certificates.
The annual July 4 celebration held in conjunction with the Queen Anne’s County Historical Society and the General Perry Benson Chapter of the DAR at Wye Plantation celebrates the contributions to our state and country of William Paca, one of Maryland’s four signers of the Declaration of Independence.
Following the flag presentation Compatriot John Honeywell placed our chapter’s wreath on Paca’s grave. The playing of taps, an impressive interlude of reflection on the significant contributions of our Revolutionary War ancestors, followed. The tolling of the bell was done by Compatriot Paul Long.
Our November meeting was held at Heron Point in Chestertown on the 8th of that month. Meeting jointly, an annual custom, with the General Perry Benson Chapter of the DAR, the theme of the day was a tribute to America’s veterans. Mr. James Mason gave us an inspiring talk on “Remembering World War II.” Afterward he showed slides of his tours of WWII historic sites in France.
At this meeting we were delighted to induct three new members: Walter Coryell, Alexander Hoon, and the Rev’d. Thomas Hughes, all of Kent County.
At our meeting at Heron Point on March 21, 2009, we heard a report on the status of the Chestertown Tea Party Chapter CAR, by Mr. Frederick Leadbetter, advisor to the chapter. The young people were attending a state meeting that day and could not be present. Mr. Leadbetter gave an un-encouraging opinion as to the future viability of the chapter.
New officers for the next year were announced as follows: John Honeywell, president; Robert Cleaver, vice president; Dr. Warren Tewes, secretary; and Mark Freestate, treasurer. Compatriot Ivan V. Dooley, Jr., MDSSAR 3rd Vice President, was present to induct Compatriot Honeywell and Compatriot Tewes.
Respectfully submitted, W. Jackson Stenger, President
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#9 Col. Aquila Hall (HA) David W. Hoover g{xg{xg{x VÉÄÉÇxÄ TÖâ|Ät [tÄÄ V{tÑàxÜ `tÜçÄtÇw fÉv|xàç ÉyÉyÉy à{xà{xà{x fÉÇá ÉyÉyÉy à{xà{xà{x TÅxÜ|vtÇ exäÉÄâà|ÉÇ Chartered September 10,1920 Reorganized November 6,1976
Chapter Report 2008-2009
The chapter held it's annual fall dinner in November at Enotria's Italian Restaurant in Forest Hill. We set up informational tables and sold raffle tickets at the Pikesville Armory and Parkville Gun shows. We also elected and installed our new officers on January 3rd, 2009 at The Maryland Golf and Country Club. President Duane Tackitt attended and installed our new officers as well as two new members, Bill Batton and Jeffery Simon.
The chapter officers for 2009-2010 are: C. Louis Raborg Jr...... President David Hoover...... Treasurer Robert J. Ayres ...... Vice President William Smithson...... Historian Christopher Smithson ...... Secretary/Registrar Andrew Calwell...... Chaplain
Registrar Chris Smithson reported that he is working on several applications for prospective members including William Brandt who attended the meeting. Treasurer Dave Hoover indicated the chapter is doing well. Historian Bill Smithson is still in the process of developing a set of Revolutionary War themed note cards that can be used as a chapter fund raiser. President Lou Raborg introduced a new Middle School Display Board Contest that fills the gap in the National Societies educational outreach programs. The chapter is also pleased to announce that we had entries in the Eagle Scout Scholarship Program, The Knight Essay Contest and the Rumbaugh Historical Oration Contest. The winners are:
Paul Eastridge Eagle Scout James Torre IV Rumbaugh Oration Christopher Raborg Knight Essay
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Contest winners receive certificates and checks from Col. Aquila Hall Chapter. Lou Raborg, president of the Colonel Aquila Hall Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution presented a certificate and $50.00 check to chapter winners, Paul Eastridge, Eagle Scout contest winner, James Torre, the Joseph S. Rumbaugh Historical Oration Contest winner and Chris Raborg, Knight Essay winner. All three local winners will move on to compete at the Maryland State SAR level and then hopefully at the nation level. The Eagle Scout contest is open to Eagle Scouts 19 years old or younger. The Essay and Oration contest are open to high school students.
C. Louis Raborg Jr., President Col. Aquila Hall
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#10 Charles Carroll of Carrollton (HO) David H. Embrey
Charles Carroll of Carrollton Chapter MDSSAR Howard County, Maryland
The Charles Carroll of Carrollton Chapter, MDSSAR has had an active year participating in State and National meetings and events. We have had representation at all State meetings with the attendance of Bill Austin. Roger Buck, Ken Zimmerman and David Embrey
The Chapter sent out letters to Eagles Scouts from Howard County to participate in the Eagle Scout Scholarship Program with the State Winner coming from troop 944 in Howard County. David Embrey and Ken Zimmerman presented the awards at the troop’s Court of Honor in March.
Ken Zimmerman presented the Bronze ROTC Medal to the 801Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet from Oakland Mills High School. Roger Buck and David Embrey presented the Bronze ROTC Medals to the Atholton High School and Howard High Schools Cadets to the US Army Junior ROTC Battalion. The Cadets were presented a framed certificate at the ROTC banquets at Ft. Meade Maryland.
We welcomed two new members into the chapter Jeremy Embrey whose Patriot served at Bunker Hill and Brandon Justice a transfer from West Virginia. We look forward to adding at least 3 new members this coming year.
A Chapter meeting was held at Bare Bones in Ellicott City in January with both State Presented Duane Tackitt and 1st .Vice Present David Hoover in attendance along with 12 chapter members. During the business meeting discussion included up coming elections and how to get greater participation in the Youth Programs.
A special thanks to all State and Chapter officers and members of the Charles Carroll of Carrollton Chapter for the continuing support
Respectfully Submitted,
David H Embrey, President - Charles Carroll of Carrollton Chapter MDSSAR Color Guard Fifer
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#11 John Hanson (PG) Douglas B. Stuart
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#12 Capt. John Smoot (DO, SO, WI, WO) Raymond L. Jackson
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#13 Westminster (CARR) Dr. Cecil M. Massie, Sr.
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#14 Thomas Stone (CH, CV, SM) Charles D. Boone Thomas Stone Chapter Calvert, Charles, St. Mary's Counties Chapter President's Annual Report April 1, 2008 - March 31, 2009 Highlights of the Past Year
NEW MEMBERS: We were pleased to have added the following new members to our Chapter; Damon Cruz, Robert Lake, Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, Collin Mc Kenny, Grant Phillips, Kirk Phillips and Jeffrey Aiton. Additionally there are five APPLICATION IN PROCESS and seven ACTIVE APPLICATIONS.
DEPARTED: Unfortunately, during the past year we lost the following Compatriots; Raymond Denniston (Chapter Founder), Robert Sminkey, Walter Wilt, and Louis Hyde. SAR Ritual was performed for Compatriots Denniston & Hyde. Compatriot Sminkey was interred at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors.
GENERAL MEETING INCLUDED: March at Rivers Edge Restaurant - Benedict, MD. Guest Speaker was Linda Reno author of the MD 400. The following officers were inducted for the year by MDSSAR President Ernie Irish; Secretary - Charles Boone, VP Thomas Fisher (Charles Co), David Langford (St. Mary's Co), Walt Jones (Calvert Co), Treasurer - James Berry, Chancellor - Ron Gibson, Chaplain - George Dyson, Historian - Michael Mazzeo, and Registrar - Ernie Irish.
June at Adams Rib Restaurant - Prince Frederick, MD. MDSSAR President Duane Tackitt was guest speaker, who presented his view of the direction and objectives of our MDSSAR. President Tackitt inducted Secretary - Tim Dyson & new member Damon Cruz.
November at Casey Jones Restaurant - La Plata, MD, was the Chapter Christmas Party. MDSSAR President & Mrs. Tackitt joined in this event. Most pleasant and successful.
March at Cafe des Artistes - Leonardtown, MD. Guest Speaker was Paul Herbert, Historical Author - subject Pirates in the Revolutionary War. MDSSAR President Duane Tackitt inducted the following officers: President - Charles Boone; VP Tom Fisher (Charles Co), Treasurer - Jim Berry, Chancellor - Ron Gibson, Chaplain - George Dyson, Historian - Michael Mazzeo, and Registrar - Ernie Irish. George Dyson was presented the War Service Medal and Charles Boone the Military Service Medal. Jordan Stephenson, student at McDonough High School, submitted the winning essay in the Stella Knight Essay Contest at both the Chapter & State Level. Presentation of awards were made by Chairman George Dyson, MDSSAR President Tackitt and Chapter President Boone.
BOARD MEETINGS INCLUDED: March - Train Station - La Plata. Charles Boone was inducted as President of the Chapter. Board meeting were also held in July, September, December, and February.
GRAVE MARKINGS: Chapter was represented and involved in the marking of the grave of Judge Edmund Key, Christ Church, Chaptico, MD in May. Event was sponsored by the US Daughters 1812. Additionally markers were installed for Compatriots Jarboe & Holden. Chapter was represented in the marking of historical Maxwell Hall - Benedict, MD along with the US Daughters of 1812.
OTHERS: Members participated in Sept Workshop, Bowie; Defenders Day at Ft. McHenry; and History Day at Charles Co. - La Plata.
NEWSLETTERS: 3 Newsletters to the membership were published.
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JROTC: Thomas Stone had 8 different members make presentations at 11 schools. 2 awards were presented by Company Commanders.
GEORGE & STELLA KNIGHT CONTEST: We had several participants as we have in past years. This year our Chapter winner, Jordon Stephenson, went on to also win at the State SAR Level.
EAGLE SCOUT PROGRAM: Compatriots Gibson & Boone presented to the Zekiah District Roundtable, in March, and found considerable interest and expressed intent by Scout Leadership & Parents to motivate those eligible to enter the Program.
FIELD TRIPS: Members participated in trip to Brooklyn, NY with the MD 400 in August. Also had trip in January to Mt. Vernon mansion and grounds with lunch at Mt. Vernon Inn.
COLOR GUARD: Chapter has organized it's own Color Guard. Presently we have 5 members and will present as requested within our area.
Submitted by: Charles Boone - President - Thomas Stone SAR Chapter March 31, 2009.
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#15 Little Meadows (AL, GA) Paul R. Shockey 2008 Activities Sons of the American Revolution Little Meadows Chapter Garrett County, Maryland
The Little Meadows Chapter, MDSSAR, completed a successful 2008 program of activities under the leadership of President Paul Shockey. Our activities centered around, citizenship, respect for the flag, and law enforcement.
Citizenship: June 7, 2008, the chapter met and recognized the good citizenship of two seniors from our high schools; John D. Owens, Northern High School and Briana Watson, Southern High School. Each were selected by their faculty and recommended by their principal. We presented them SAR citizenship certificates and pins. At the same meeting we presented a new member certificate to William Kelley.
Flag Award : On September 12, 2008 the chapter met and presented the SAR flag award to Mr. Randy McCartney. Mr. McCartney flies Old Glory and the MIA/POW flag 24/7-365. The flag is always clean and neat, mounted among shrubs, and lighted at night. At that meeting we were pleased to receive and hear comments from our state president, Capt. R.D. Tackitt, MSC, USN (Ret).
Law Enforcement Award : At our September meeting the chapter received Sgt. James Hare, Maryland State Police, for recognition as our outstanding law enforcement officer of the year. Sgt. Hare was presented the SAR Law Enforcement Certificate.
Chapter Meeting, Nov. 14, 2008 : We planned 2009 activities and elected officers. Luther Parrack, Pres; Bill Nemith, Vice Pres; Paul Shockey, Treasurer; Steve Shockey, Secretary. Board of Directors: John Hutter; Bill Kelley; Greg Schockey.
Christmas Celebration: Our December meeting was a celebration of Christmas. We announced our new officers and enjoyed the season.
Hopefully this will serve as a proper review of our activities over the last year. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Luther D. Parrack, Jr., Pres. Little Meadows Chapter, MDSSAR
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Committees
American Flag...... John B. Watkins (#4) Americanism...... Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) Annual Meeting...... (1 st Vice President) Budget/Audit/Finance ...... Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) Bylaws/Constitution ...... Roger V. Buck (#10) CAAH Fundraising...... Carroll J. Collins (#11) CAR/DAR/SAR Liaison...... Guy E. Almony, Jr. (#4) Color Guard Commander...... David W. Hoover (#9) Eagle Scouts...... Kenneth E. Zimmerman (#10) Executive Committee...... (President) George Washington Luncheon ...... Carroll J. Collins (#11) Knight Essay Contest ...... Richard L. Funk (#7) MD 400 Board of Trustees ...... (3 rd Vice President) MD 400 Ceremonies Bus Trip...... Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) Medals & Awards...... R. Duane Tackitt (#2) Memorials & Graves ...... Christopher T. Smithson (#9) MPTV Telethon...... Jean S. Fugett, Sr. (#4) Newsletter Editor ...... Christos Christou, Jr. (#4) Nominating Committee ...... (National Trustee) Outreach Education...... Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) Patriots’ Ball...... Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) ROTC/Outstanding Citizenship Awards...... Ernest L. Irish (#14) Rumbaugh Orations Contest ...... Christopher T. Smithson (#9) SAR Auto Tags...... Carroll J. Collins (#11) Semi-Annual Meeting ...... (2 nd Vice President) Washington/Rochambeau Rev. Route...... Robert E. Reyes (#18) Webmaster ...... W. Ian Towler (#5) Yearbook ...... Christos Christou, Jr. (#4)
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American Flag John B. Watkins
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Americanism Lester A. Foster, Jr.
Report not submitted by Chairman.
Americanism Poster Contest C. Louis Raborg Jr.
Student from Forest Hill Elementary School wins the State of Maryland Sons of the American Revolution’s Elementary School Poster Contest. Each year the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) conduct a National Americanism Poster contest directed at students in the 4th and 5th grades. Every year the National SAR committee selects a new theme to be used for the poster contest, and the theme of this year’s Americanism Poster contest was "Molly Pitcher". Maryland 4th and 5th graders from all over the state are encouraged to participate in the program. Entrants in the program submit a poster that promotes the selected theme and submit it to their local Maryland SAR chapter. The Chapter then selects a winning poster and that poster is sent to compete at the State level. Maryland SAR members then select a Winner for the State. The winning poster at the state level is then forwarded on for competition at the National level.
This year, the Maryland State poster contest was won by Jared Wagner of Forest Hill Elementary School. Jared also won the Col. Aquila Hall chapter contest as well. Jared was presented a certificate and a check for $50.00 for his winning poster by SAR Compatriots William Smithson and Lou Raborg. Jared’s poster was taken to the annual SAR congress meeting this year in Sacramento, CA, where it compete against posters submitted from other states. A representative of the National Art Education Association (NAEA) was among those invited to participate in the poster judging
Budget/Audit/Finance Lester A. Foster, Jr.
No report submitted by Chairman.
See Budget report submitted by Treasurer Barrett McKown.
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Bylaws/Constitution Roger V. Buck
MARYLAND SOCIETY OF THE SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION BY-LAWS Approved June 14, 2008 at Bel Air, MD
ARTICLE I
Membership, Fees, and Dues
Section 1. Provisions for membership shall be as set forth in the Bylaws of the National Society, Sons of the American Revolution.
All applications for membership shall adhere to the standards required by the National Society and are to be accompanied with two copies of supporting documents for each generation noted on the application.
Section 2. Applications for membership are to be forwarded to the State Registrar with the initiation fees and dues for the current year. Every applicant and member shall inform the State Secretary of any changes in his post office or mailing address.
Section 3. All elections to membership shall be by the Board of Officers and Managers, or in their absence, the Executive Committee, and subject to the approval of the Registrar General. All such elections shall be by voice vote or ballot, if called for, and one adverse vote on any candidate shall postpone his election until the next regular meeting of said board. At that time three-fourths of the votes of those present shall be necessary to election to membership.
Section 4. The admission fees for membership in the State Society are as set by the Board of Officers and Managers and approved at a meeting of the Society. A refund of dues paid shall be made whenever an application for membership shall be disapproved.
Section 5. The State Society fees for a supplemental claim to establish additional ancestral lines are as set by the Board of Officers and Managers and approved at a meeting of the Society.
Section 6. The annual dues to the State Society are as set by the Board of Officers and Managers and approved at a meeting of the Society. A member not paying such dues by December 31 shall be deemed delinquent and removed as a member of the Society. Any member who has been removed for the nonpayment of dues may be reinstated as a member by the Board of Officers and Managers upon applying to the State Secretary for such reinstatement and paying the reinstatement fee and the annual dues for the year in which the application for reinstatement is made. Any member may resign by notifying the State Secretary in writing.
Section 7. The Board of Officers and Managers of the Maryland Society may recommend to the National Society expulsion of a member if it concludes that, by conduct disloyal to the ideals of, or prejudicial to the interests of the Sons of the American Revolution, he shall have rendered himself unworthy of membership therein. The Board shall appoint a Committee of Inquiry to consider the situation, to hear the member's views, and to report its findings back to the Maryland Board of Officers and Managers. If the Committee recommends expulsion and the Board concurs, the Board shall submit an expulsion recommendation to the Executive Committee of the National Society.
Section 8. The fiscal year of the Society shall begin May 1. The membership year shall begin January 1, as directed by the National Society.
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ARTICLE II
Elections, Meetings and Committees
Section 1. The Board of Officers and Managers shall approve a Nominating Committee, consisting of the National Trustee, who shall act as chairman, all active past presidents, and two other members whom the chairman shall appoint. Any member wishing to be considered for a specific office shall submit his request in writing or electronic mail at or before the January meeting of the Board of Officers and Managers. The Nominating Committee shall conduct interviews of all prospective candidates for the offices of President, the Vice Presidents, and any other as they see fit. The Nominating Committee shall draw up a list of recommendations for the Officers and Managers of the Society and Vice President General, as appropriate, as they see fit. The chairman shall report to the meeting of the Board next before the annual meeting with their recommendations for officers and managers to be voted on at the ensuing election. At this time the President shall call for nominations from the floor, to be made with the consent of the nominee. When there are no more nominations, the President shall declare the nominations closed. The nominations shall be printed by the State Secretary and a copy forwarded to each member together with notice of the annual meeting. The Officers and Managers shall be elected at the Annual meeting. If election by ballot is called for, the President shall appoint three inspectors of election who shall collect and canvass the ballots and certify to the President over their signature the results of the vote. A plurality of the votes cast for an office shall be sufficient for election to such office. Members must be present to vote.
In case of a vacancy, or if any member of the Board of Officers and Managers shall be unable to perform his duties, said Board, with recommendations from the Nominating Committee, shall have power to fill the office temporarily or for the balance of the unexpired term, as the case may require.
Section 2. The Board of Officers and Managers shall hold meetings in the months of September, November, January, March, and May, unless otherwise approved by a majority vote of the Board in a prior meeting. Written notification of each meeting date, time and place shall be sent to each Board member by the State Secretary at least twenty days in advance of each meeting.
Section 3. The Society shall hold its semiannual meeting in October in commemoration of the Victory at Yorktown and the Burning of the Peggy Stewart in Annapolis, and its annual meeting in March or April as convenient in commemoration of the Battles of Lexington and Concord. All Officers, Chapter Presidents, and Committee Chairmen shall submit a report at the annual meeting for inclusion in the annual Yearbook.
The anniversary of Washington’s Birthday, as well as such other events as the Board of Officers and Managers may authorize, shall be appropriately observed by the Society. The Society shall hold the Patriots’ Ball annually.
Section 4. Special meetings of the Society may be called by the President whenever in his judgment the interest of the Society will be promoted thereby, and shall be called by him on the written request of ten members, or by vote of the Board of Officers and Managers. At such meetings, no business shall be conducted except that which is stated in the call therefore.
Section 5. The order of proceedings at meetings of the Society, and of the Board of Officers and Managers, shall be:
1. Invocation by the Chaplain 2. Pledge of Allegiance and American’s Creed 3. Welcome and Introductions 4. Report of the President
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5. Officer’s Reports 6. Reports of Former Presidents (in order of year elected) 7. Reports of Chapter Presidents (in order by Chapter number) 8. Reports of Committee Chairmen 9. Old Business 10. New Business 11 Comments for the Good of the Society 12. S.A.R. Recessional
ARTICLE III
Duties of Officers
President
Section 1. The President shall perform the duties usually pertaining to that office, and shall, unless otherwise especially provided, appoint all Committees.
Vice-Presidents
Section 2. The Vice-Presidents shall perform the following specific duties: the First Vice-President shall be the chairman of the annual meeting, shall be concerned with all aspects of membership, and shall preside over meetings in the absence of the President; the Second Vice-President shall be the chairman of the semiannual meeting and shall coordinate publicity and public relations matters; the Third Vice-President shall be the chairman of the Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund Board of Trustees and shall coordinate Society observances, ceremonies, and entertainment. The Vice-Presidents shall also perform such additional duties as requested by the President.
Secretary
Section 3. The Secretary shall notify members of the time and date of meetings of the Society and notify Board members, Chapter Presidents, and Committee Chairmen of meetings of the Board of Officers and Managers. The Secretary shall keep accurate records of the proceedings of the Society and of the Board of Officers and Managers, and give prompt notice to each officer, manager, committeeman or member affected thereby. He shall conduct the general correspondence of the Society, and of the Board of Officers and Managers, and keep correct records thereof. Yearly, the Secretary shall turn over copies of all correspondence to the Historian for inclusion in the historical records of the Society. He shall transmit to National Headquarters all original and supplemental application papers passed by the Board of Officers and Managers. In consultation with the State Treasurer, he shall keep a roster of all members and their addresses, and provide address labels for Society functions as required. He shall transmit State membership and officer reports to the National Society as required. He shall provide State membership and officer reports to the Society at the Annual Meeting. He shall perform such other duties as the Society, the Board of Officers and Managers, or his office may require.
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Treasurer
Section 4. The Treasurer shall keep the accounts of the Society. He shall render bills for and collect all monies due the Society, deposit the same in a bank approved by the Board of Officers and Managers in the name of the Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, and he shall disburse the same only by checks for bills which have been duly approved by the Board of Officers and Managers. He shall give receipts for monies paid him and render a full report of the finances of the Society at the Annual Meeting, and a statement to the Board of Officers and Managers at each regular meeting thereof. He shall prepare an annual budget for consideration by the Budget Committee. He shall perform such other duties as the Society, the Board of Officers and Managers, or his office may require.
Registrar
Section 5. The Registrar shall have the custody of and issue all application papers and receive all applications for membership and supplemental claims, and the accompanying proof, and shall carefully examine and verify all statements of lineage and service. The Registrar may direct questions of service and lineage to the State Genealogist for resolution with the applicant. Upon acceptance, the Registrar shall report thereon to the Board of Officers and Managers. Applications which are approved by the Board of Officers and Managers shall be forwarded to the State Secretary for transmittal to the Registrar General of the National Society, SAR, for final processing. The Registrar shall report to the Annual Meeting of the Society the names of applicants who have been admitted to membership and supplementals approved during the year.
Historian
Section 6. The Historian shall acquire, assemble, and insure the maintenance and preservation of all records and historical matter of the Society and its chapters. He shall prepare for publication such historical addresses, papers and other documents as the Society, or the Board of Officers and Managers, may direct. He shall serve as the Society's liaison with the NSSAR Library and the University of Baltimore Langsdale Library, where the Society's records and archives are currently housed and maintained. The Historian shall coordinate such record retention as needed, and all records of the Society and its Chapters deemed to be worthy of preservation, following established practice. He shall report at the Annual Meeting of the Society on the status of its archival holdings. He shall keep a necrology, with biographies of all deceased members and shall embody the same in his report to the Annual Meeting. He shall report to the Historian General of the National Society all matters pertaining to the history of the Society on or about April 1 of each year.
Organizing Secretary
Section 7. The Organizing Secretary shall have the duty to organize new chapters for the Society, to assist and encourage existing chapters of the Society to prevent, if possible, the disbandment of any chapter, and to revive, if possible, any disbanded chapter. In addition to the State Secretary, he shall keep an accurate record of all of the chapters of the Society with all relevant information in regard to their location, the names and addresses of the current officers of the respective chapters, their activities and growth. He shall make a report in regard to the chapters of the Society at each Annual Meeting.
Genealogist
Section 8. The Genealogist shall serve as an advisor and consultant to the Society on genealogical matters. He shall advise and consult with membership applicants and prospective applicants on resolving questions of lineage and service in applications, upon referral by the State Registrar or a Chapter Registrar.
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Chancellor
Section 9. The Chancellor shall be a current or retired attorney-at-law who shall be available to advise and counsel respecting any matters concerning the operations of the Society or its affiliated Chapters.
Chaplain
Section 10. The Chaplain, preferably a clergyman, shall give spiritual support to members and their families in time of need, shall offer the invocation and benediction at meetings, and shall conduct memorial services during the annual meeting for compatriots who have passed away during the preceding year.
Surgeon
Section 11. The Surgeon shall be a Doctor of Medicine. He shall inform and advise the membership as to the public health matters of concern to this Society.
Board of Officers and Managers
Section 12. The Board of Officers and Managers, in addition to the powers and duties elsewhere conferred upon it, shall act on all applications for membership, arrange for celebrations and social meetings, superintend and direct the affairs of the Society, subject at all times to the approval of the Society, and shall make a report of its proceedings, through the State Secretary, at the Annual Meeting.
Executive Committee
Section 13. The President, Secretary and Treasurer of the Society shall constitute the Executive Committee of the Society. It shall perform such duties and functions as delegated to it by the Board of Officers and Managers. It shall act on membership applications during the period between meetings of the Board and during the months in which the Board does not meet, so as not to delay the processing of applications. It shall report its actions to the Board at its next succeeding meeting for ratification.
National Trustee
Section 14. The State Society shall annually nominate a National Trustee and an Alternate National Trustee to the National Society as set forth in the Bylaws of the National Society, using procedures set forth in Article II, Section 1 above. The National Trustee is elected by the National Society at the Annual Congress and represents the State Society at the National Trustees meetings. An Alternate Trustee also is nominated and elected in the same procedure. The Alternate Trustee functions in the absence of the Trustee.
Vice President General
Section 15. The State Society shall nominate a candidate for the National Society office of Vice President General for the Mid-Atlantic District one year in five. The nomination must be approved at the MDSSAR Annual Meeting preceding the year in which the nominee will take office as Vice President General. The candidate's name must then be given to the current Vice President General to be announced at the annual Atlantic Middle States Conference in the year preceding the election. The Vice President General is nominated by the Maryland Society in 2012, 2017, 2022, 2027, and continuing in this rotation. The Vice President Generals are elected by a majority vote of delegates at the Annual Congress of the National Society.
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ARTICLE IV
Chapters
Section 1. Whenever fifteen or more members in good standing residing in any city or county of the State of Maryland shall make application for a Chapter, the Board of Officers and Managers may grant such an application creating a Chapter of this Society to be known as the “
Section 2. Each Chapter shall, before May 1 of each year, elect and report to the State Secretary, a President, a Vice-President (or more if deemed necessary by the Chapter), a Secretary and Treasurer, who shall act as the managers of, and conduct the affairs of the Chapter.
Section 3. Officers and Managers of Chapters may adopt such regulations as they may deem best, so long as they are not in conflict with the Constitution and Bylaws of the National Society and of this Society. The Chapters will conduct meetings, events, and other business in accordance with Robert's Rules of Order and the standards of the National and this Society. Officers and Managers of the Chapters will abide by all policies adopted by the Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.
Section 4. The President, Secretary, Historian, and Registrar of the State Society shall be ex-officio members of the Chapters without the right to vote, and shall be exempt from the payment of all local dues to said Chapters.
Section 5. Each Chapter shall, by the fifteenth day of March in each year, submit a report of the financial condition and activities for the preceding twelve months, and such reports shall be incorporated in the annual reports of the State Society.
Section 6. The Board of Officers and Managers of the State Society may, for nonobservance of the provisions of the Constitution and Bylaws of the National Society, or of this State Society, or for sufficient cause shown, reorganize a Chapter or revoke any Charter granted for a Chapter, provided such Chapter shall have the right, after due notice, to require that before any action is taken the matter shall be heard and passed upon by the State Society.
ARTICLE V
Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund
Section 1. An Agency and Trust Fund of the Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution has been established and is known as the Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund, the purpose of which is to handle assets as follows: (a) Contributions honoring the “MARYLAND 400”; (b) Gifts and bequests received by the Society to further the Maryland Society's stated purposes and objects; and (c) Assets which may be turned over to it by the Society.
Section 2. The financial record for the Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund shall be maintained by the Treasurer of the Society.
Section 3. A Board of Trustees shall administer the Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund. The sole function and purpose of the Board of Trustees shall be to manage and handle the assets of the Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund as the Agency and Trust Fund of the Society and only the Society with the approval of the Board of Officers and Managers, shall have the authority to initiate and provide for the execution of projects and undertakings in the furtherance of the stated purposes and objects of the Society.
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Section 4. The membership of the Board of Trustees shall be composed of the President, Third Vice-President and Chancellor of the Society and three other members who shall be appointed by the President to serve three year terms. The Secretary and Treasurer of the Society shall serve as Secretary and Treasurer of the Board of Trustees for the Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund, without vote. The Third Vice-President of the Society shall chair the Board of Trustees.
Section 5. The Board of Trustees shall meet as necessary, with four members of the Board constituting a quorum. The quorum must include at least two of the Board’s appointed members.
Section 6. The Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund shall be audited each year, just prior to the Annual Meeting of the Society and the condition of the fund shall be reported to the Board of Officers and Managers of the Society.
ARTICLE VI
Maryland Society Life Membership Fund
Section 1. The Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution will maintain the restricted permanent fund entitled, "The Maryland Society Life Membership Fund" (hereinafter called “The Life Fund”), the purpose of which is to handle and manage the assets of the Life Fund of the Maryland Society.
Section 2. This program is closed to new enrollees but will be maintained for current enrollees.
Section 3. The Life Fund shall be administered by the Budget, Audit and Finance Committee, subject to the following:
(a) The Life Fund shall be invested in interest bearing savings accounts or certificates of deposit in federally insured banking institutions (up to the federally insured maximum), or obligations of the U.S. Government or agencies of the U.S. Government which obligations are guaranteed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government. The term should not exceed ten (10) years.
(b) Within 30 days after the end of each fiscal year an amount earned from the invested capital of The Life Fund equal to the total of the Maryland Society dues of the enrolled members as of the end of the fiscal year shall be transferred to the general operating account of the Maryland Society. Excess earned income is restricted and shall be added to the capital of The Life Fund.
(c) If at the end of any fiscal year, there is insufficient income from the invested capital of The Life Fund to meet the requirements of subsection (b) above, the Maryland Society shall accept 80% of the total income for said calendar year as full payment of that year's Maryland dues. In subsequent years upon the recommendation of the Budget, Audit and Finance Committee and the approval of the Board of Officers and Managers, 80% of income earned in excess of that year's dues shall be applied against the deficiency of the prior year, or years, until the total deficiency has been met.
(d) Upon the death of an enrolled member his name shall be removed from The Life Fund’s rolls and payment of Maryland Society dues for such deceased member shall cease.
(e) The payment of Maryland Society dues of members enrolled in The Life Fund shall continue until enrolled members are deceased. Thereupon, all funds remaining in The Life Fund shall be transferred to the Maryland 400 Patriots’ Fund.
ARTICLE VII
Logo
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The logo of the Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution shall be the Calvert and Crossland arms, quartered, as in the Maryland State flag, surrounded by a belt, inscribed with the words “Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution,” as presented here:
ARTICLE VIII
Amendments
These bylaws may be altered or amended by a two-thirds vote of the members present at any meeting of the Board of Officers and Managers, notice thereof having been given at a previous meeting.
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Center for Advancing America’s Heritage Ernest L. Irish
Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution CAAH Fundraising Committee
Center for Advancing America’s Heritage Annual Report 18 April 2009
A letter was prepared for inclusion with the annual dues statements requesting donation to the Center for Advancing America’s Heritage. This resulted in contributions of $4,030.00 accompanying the dues payments. This was more than double the amount received with dues payments last year.
In addition, there were 17 donations from Maryland that were sent directly to the National Headquarters totaling $5,632.00.
Currently, about one half of the needed six million dollars to purchase and renovate the new building on West Main Street in Louisville and relocate the NSSAR HQ into the new building has been raised. The building was purchased with monies currently on hand in March 2008.
On the 7 th of March 2009, the Trustees approved a proposal to renovate the smaller portion of the new CAAH building, again using monies currently on hand, and to move the library and the membership application processing function from the existing HQ building into the new building. This is to take place during the next two to three years.
We still need to raise an additional three million dollars to renovate the remaining portion of the building and move the rest of the HQ, including the CAAH functions, into the new building.
Over 20% of MDSSAR members have contributed but the average amount of the donations is far below the $250 amount per member needed to accomplish our goal.
Members are encouraged to donate to the best of their ability directly to the SAR Foundation, NSSAR, 1000 South Fourth Street, Louisville KY 40203 at any time to help us meet our goal. Annotate your checks to be for CAAH and indicate that you are a member of the MDSSAR
Sincerely,
Ernest L. Irish, Chairman
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CAR/DAR/SAR Liaison Guy E. Almony, Jr.
This chairman represented the SAR at various functions around Maryland with the CAR and DAR. The societies appreciated and acknowledged our participation in various events throughout the year. Most Chapters are supporting their local Chapters and many SAR members are participating and attending functions of the CAR and DAR. This year we again earned the CAR Activity Award which we have done every year since 2005.
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C.A.R. ACTIVITY AWARD APPLICATION
Lindsey C. Brock, NSSAR Chairman, C.A.R. Committee, 6532 Heckscher Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32226-3226
STATE SOCIETY ___ MD _____ C.A.R. Committee Chairman __Guy Almony _____
PRESIDENT __R. Duane Tackitt
Eight (8) out of ten (10) questions must have an affirmative response to qualify for this State Society Award
1. Did you appoint a C.A.R. Committee Chairman and/or C.A.R. Liaison Officer? (YES /NO)
List Name and Address of Compatriot Guy E. Almony, Jr. 303 Nicholson Rd Essex MD 21221-6609
2. Have either you or your C.A.R. Chairman made contact with the C.A.R.? (YES /NO) How often? _monthly ______When? __ attends all events _____
List Name and Address of Compatriot Guy E. Almony, Jr. 303 Nicholson Rd Essex MD 21221-6609
3. Does your State Society have members serving in the C.A.R. as Senior Leaders? (YES /NO)
List names and positions _Brooks Morton____ _Honorary President______Christos Christou__ __Society President______Fred Leadbetter __ __Society President______
4. Was the C.A.R. featured or mentioned in your State or Chapter newsletter? (YES /NO ) (please enclose article ) List issues, dates, article (minimum of one) __ All issues feature CAR, copies attached.______
5. Did your State Society, a chapter or an individual Compatriot donate monetary funds to the C.A.R.? (YES /NO) List of donations and dates (minimum of one) __William Smallwood Chapter donated $100______John Eager Howard Chapter donated $100______MDSSAR donated $200______and___numerous individuals made donations including Christos Christou, John Barnhouser Jr, John Barnhouser Sr, Guy Almony, King Barnes, Barry McKown, Joseph Moore, David Schenck, Doug Mills, and Fred Leadbetter______
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6. Did your State Society or a chapter hold a meeting where C.A.R. members participated? (YES /NO) List type of participation _Joint meetings, events, Parades, school awards distributions, Eagle Scout ceremonies, memorial dedications, monument dedications, etc. (see CAR and SAR newsletters for details)______
7. Did a member of your State Society attend the C.A.R. State Conference (Annual Meeting)? (YES /NO) List SAR Member’s name (s): __John Barnhouser, Sr., Christos Christou, Ernest Irish, John Barnhouser, Guy Almony, David Schenck, Joseph Moore, Alex Klein, Stephen Klein, Jonathan Klein, and Daniel Klein
8. Did your State Society or one of your local Chapters * sponsor a C.A.R. Society? (YES /NO )
SAR Chapter C.A.R. Society __John E. Howard and Nicholas R. Moore___ Thomas Johnson __Tench Tilghman______Chestertown Tea Party __Lawrence Everhart ______Hungerford Resolves __Aquila Hall ______Bush Declaration
*Sponsor -as in donations of time, material aid, official sponsorship, or senior leadership
9. Did a member of your State Society sponsor/endorse a C.A.R. member for either SAR membership or C.A.R. membership? (YES /NO)
SAR Member (sponsor)____ Robert Deal ______C.A.R. Member (proposed)__ Gavin Helmick ______SAR Member (sponsor)____ Frank Locke ______C.A.R. Member (proposed)__ Mary Katherine Locke ______(At least 10 others also in 2008)
10. Did your State Society present an “SAR/C.A.R. Medal of Appreciation” to either a Compatriot or C.A.R. Member? (YES /NO) List name of recipient and date Silver __Christopher Smithson 2008______Daniel Tipton 2008____ Bronze ___Jennifer Cronin 2008______
Special notice will be made at Annual Congress to all State Societies completing all ten (10) questions.
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Color Guard William P. Smithson
See report of 1 st Vice President. This year Commander David W. Hoover who took over from Ed Dotter in 2006 turned over the Commander position to William Smithson in February 2009 in order for him to serve his term as our State President. Below is a list of the members of the Color Guard. Officers and Minutemen actively participated this year and the Militia serve during the last few years and Reserves are men who in the past have served but due to health or other issues no longer has participated.
Officers William P. Smithson (#9)------Commander Christopher T. Smithson (#9) ------Vice Commander David W. Hoover (#9) ------Past Commander
Class 1 Minuteman Robert J. Ayres (#9) ------Drummer J. Andrew Calwell (#9) ------Flag David H. Embrey (#10) ------Fife/Musket Ernest L. Irish (#14) ------Musket Robert E. Lyons (#4) ------Musket Commander C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) ------Musket Kenneth E. Zimmerman (#10) ------Captain
Class 2 Reserves William C. Austin Jr. (#10) ------Flag Christopher C. Beck Sr. (#6) ------Musket Rev. Partee J. Boliek Jr. (#5)------Musket James R. Dearworth MD (#7)------Musket Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) ------Flag Edward J. Goodman Jr. (#4) ------Flag Randall D. Grimsley (#4)------Musket Barrett L. McKown (#6) ------Musket Rev. Frederick W. Pyne (#1)------Flag William J. Rhodes (#13) ------Musket John B. Watkins (#4)------Flag M. Hall Worthington (#6) ------Flag
Reserves are those men who have served in the Color Guard and now have retired their uniform after many years representing MDSSAR.
The MDSSAR owns two original American Revolutionary Muskets that have now been placed on a 5- year loan to the Maryland Museum of Military History and will be on display at the Fifth Regiment Armory through Dec 2011.
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Eagle Scouts Kenneth E. Zimmerman
The Chairman unexpected resigned and Ken Zimmerman graciously stepped back into the position. The Eagle Scout Winner was selected from the Charles Carroll of Carrollton Chapter. He was from Howard County Troop 944. He was presented awards at the troop’s Court of Honor in March and the state Award in February.
Entrants needed to complete only one application -- the one for the chapter competition. The application consists of: a two- page application form; Four Generation ancestor chart and a 500-word essay. Website: http://www.sar.org/youth/eagle.html. Letters were sent to all Chapter Presidents or Chapter Eagle Chairmen to participate in the program.
1st Place: Brent Galloway
Brenton Galloway from Ellicott City was selected as the Charles Carroll of Carrollton Chapter winner and State winner. He was honored at the George Washington luncheon with a Certificate, check and trophy. 7Owen Cashel McGovern from the General William Smallwood Chapter and Paul J. Eastridge from the Col. Aquila Hall Chapter applications were submitted to the State contest.
For many years the National Society Sons of the American Revolution with the Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution has sponsored a program recognition and scholarship to Eagle Scouts. This is a competitive program with winners at the local, State and National level. The program is open to all Eagle Scouts who are currently registered in an active unit and have not reached their 19 th birthday during the year of application. (The application year is the calendar year , 01 Jan. to 31 Dec.) The year that Eagle was awarded is not restricted. College plans do not need to be completed in order to receive the cash scholarship. The deadline to submit an application to the state competition was January 15, 2009.
All participants receive a Certificate of Recognition. The winner of the local Chapter SAR receives a medal and is entered in the State Competition. The winner of the State competition is invited to the George Washington Birthday luncheon and is present a bronze eagle trophy with a check for $100.00. The State winner application is entered in the National Competition and is eligible for three cash scholarship awards. First Place winner - $8,000.00; Runner-up - $4,000.00; 2 nd runner-up - $2,000.00. You may apply more than one year if you meet the age requirements but no more than $8,000.00 total may be granted to any one Eagle Scout. I suggest that the State Society offer $1,000 to the State Eagle Scout winner to encourage more Chapter participation.
Kenneth E. Zimmerman, State Eagle Scout Chairman [email protected]
Executive Committee President R. Duane Tackitt
Several meetings were held during the term of President Tackitt and minutes have been posted to our website.
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George Washington Luncheon Carroll J. Collins
Not reported by Chairman.
The event was held February 21, 2009 at Towson Golf and Country Club. The Guest Speaker was Jennifer A. Bryan, Ph.D., Head of Special Collections and Archives/Archivist at Nimitz Library, U.S. Naval Academy. Her topic was “Significant Events in George Washington’s Second Term”
In December a re-enactment of the George Washington Resignation was held at the State Capitol. Barry McKown represented our Society by his attendance. The Maryland Society in 2007 donated towards the encasement of this historic speech when the original copy was sold to the State of Maryland and housed at the state Archives. A special case will be built for its permanent display at the State House in Annapolis where the event occurred in 1783.
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Knight Essay Contest Richard L. Funk (#7)
Essay Committee Report for 2008-2009 March 14, 2009
The current contest ended December 31, 2008. Each chapter reviewed its entries and selected a winner. Chapter winners and the state winners are noted below.
# SAR Chapter Name Chapter President Committee Chairman Chapter Winner
1 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Douglas C. Favorite John C. George Nick Thomas 2 Gen. William Smallwood J. Patrick Warner Charles J. Wells No Winner 3 Christian Ardinger James G. Ballard, Jr. James G. Ballard No Winner 4 Gen. John Eager Howard Robert E. Lyons Edward A. Foreman, Jr. No Winner 5 Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore Charles H. Hill Edward K. Cassedy, II No Winner 6 John Paul Jones Christopher C. Beck, Sr. Barrett L. McKown No Winner 7 Col. Henry Hollingsworth Cdr. George Noel Richard L. Funk Crawford (Ret) No Winner 8 Col. Tench Tilghman Dr. W. Jackson Stenger, Jr. B. Conway Gregory Jr. No Winner 9 Col. Aquila Hall C. Louis Raborg, Jr. Charles Louis Raborg Christopher Raborg 10 Charles Carroll of Carrollton David H. Embrey Thomas A, Mead No Winner 11 John Hanson Douglas B. Stuart Douglas B. Stuart Laura Carts 12 Capt. John Smoot Raymond L. Jackson Raymond L. Jackson Casey Bacci 13 Westminster Dr. Cecil M. Massie, Sr. William G. Hiatt No Winner 14 Thomas Stone Charles D. Boone George C. Dyson, Jr. Jordan Stephenson 15 Little Meadows Luther D. Parrack, Jr. Paul R. Shockey. No Winner Winning Essays for Maryland The state awards for the winning essays as judged by the committee members are listed below. The First Place Award is $250, Second Place Award is $150, and Third Place Award is $100. The State winner is submitted to the National Contest: 1st Place: Thomas Stone Chapter...... Jordan Stephenson 2nd Place: Col. Aquila Hall Chapter...... Christopher Raborg 3rd Place Tie: Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Chapter...... Nick Thomas 3rd Place Tie: Capt. John Smoot Chapter ...... Casey Bacci Winning Essays for National The National awards are First Place $2,000 Second Place $1,000, and Third Place $500. The winners are selected in June.
Judges for the 2008-2009 contest were: Dale E. Collins, Christopher M. Cortright, Thomas F. Hudson, Jr., R. Duane Tackitt, Charles W. Thomas, Kenneth E. Dietrich and Rusty Eder.
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First Place 2008-2009 Knight Essay 1st Place: James Madison by Jordan Stephenson James Madison: Big Intentions for a Historic Convention By Jordan Stephenson, Port Tobacco, MD 20677 Maurice J. McDonough High School
It was James Madison who said “all men having power ought to be distrusted to a certain degree.” Yet, it was also James Madison, though small in size and unimpressive in appearance, who held much of the power during the constitutional convention. Madison was an instigator; he knew that he didn’t have enough authority to command much respect, so he convinced people of importance and power, like George Washington, to participate. Through his influence on these people of power Madison had authority, and with this authority he ultimately brought the Constitution into existence, and kept it in existence with his ferocious lobbying for the Bill of Rights. Also, his extensive notes of the occurrences of the constitutional convention are extremely important to the understanding and interpretation of the Constitution today. All things considered, James Madison is the Father of the Constitution.
Many people say that George Washington’s presence at the constitutional convention was essential to the positive reception of the document. Madison was aware that the popular general’s presence was highly desired, and he worked his hardest to achieve Washington’s attendance. Madison was consistent in his plea for Washington to attend, and when word spread that Washington was attending, other political figures whose presence would prove crucial agreed to attend (Labunski 7). Washington was elected president of the convention, and Madison’s influence over Washington supplied him with authority as well. George Washington’s support was vital to the creation of the United State’s Constitution, and his support was given as a direct result of Madison’s efforts.
In this same way, Madison employed Governor Edmund Randolph to speak for Virginia at the convention (Cerami 125). He was aware that the Virginia Plan, his plan, was a matter of great importance, and that a person of great importance should introduce it. Even though he tricked Randolph into supporting the plan, Randolph proved to be a very competent vessel for Madison’s message. Though the Virginia Plan wasn’t received fully, many of Madison’s greatest objectives were achieved (Cerami 145). According to Kauffmann, “on the big issues....the ones that served as the foundation on which everything else was built, Madison's handiwork has clearly been preserved in our modern government” (Archiving Early America).
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After Madison achieved the ratification of the Constitution, he realized he needed to fight for a bill of rights to keep it. He wasn’t a supporter for a bill of rights at first, but he later decided it was necessary for the Constitution to be fully accepted by the American people who feared the infringement of their rights (Bent, The James Madison Center). Bent says that Madison “clearly felt a need to control the amendment process by taking leadership of the effort” (The James Madison Center). Madison apparently was confident in his new authority because he single handedly introduced the amendments to Congress. He of course took advantage of his influence on Washington and got him to mention the amendments in his inaugural address (Labunski 188). Washington’s endorsement was invaluable to Madison even if it wasn’t a markedly enthusiastic endorsement, because Madison would later use the president’s letter of support to convince other members of Congress to follow his example (Labunski 189). The idea for a bill of rights wasn’t extremely popular with Congress, and the bill of rights discussion was postponed repeatedly, causing Madison to voice his concern that the public would think, “we are not sincere in our desire to incorporate such amendments in the constitution as will secure those rights, which they consider as not sufficiently guarded” (qtd. in Labunski 192). Eventually Madison’s amendments would receive the attention he wanted, and ten of his twelve proposed amendments would be approved and would create the Bill of Rights.
Another important part of Madison’s authority was his notes. The fact that he was the sole note taker of such an important convention gave him the power of interpretation and the knowledge that his notes alone would be essential to the future generations’ understanding of the Constitution. Jefferson once wrote in a letter, “do you know that there exists in manuscript the ablest work of this kind ever yet executed of the debates of the constitutional convention of Philadelphia? The whole of everything said and done there was taken down by Mr. Madison, with a labor and exactness beyond comprehension” (qtd. in Cerami 122). These notes gave Madison the last word, which is always a powerful tool. Also, Madison kept them secret for fifty years to make sure that “ if anyone were to contest the legality of the Constitution on the basis of some allegedly improper argument found in the original notes, this opponent would have been attacking a document that was already hallowed by a half-century of existence” (Cerami 125).
James Madison played a more influential role in the constitutional convention than any of the other Framers of the Constitution. He operated quietly and through other people, but he accomplished much. He knew who to use and what to use them for, and this wisdom was important to his ability to get things done. His lobbying for the Bill of Rights is the reason it is included in the Constitution today, and his notes are widely responsible for the present-day interpretation of the Constitution. In an essay written by George F. Will he states, “if we really believed the pen was mightier, or even more dignified, than the sword, the nation's capital would be named not for the soldier who wielded the revolutionary sword, but for the thinker who was ablest with a pen. It would be Madison, D.C.”(Archiving Early America).
Works Cited:
Bent, Devin. “James Madison Proposes Bill of Rights.” The James Madison Center . 17 May 2004 James Madison University. 15 Dec. 2008. http://www.jmu.edu/madison/center/main_pages/madison_archives/constit_confed/rights/jmproposal/j mproposal.htm
Cerami, Charles. Young Patriots: The Remarkable Story of Two Men. Their Impossible Plan, and the Revolution That Created the Constitution . Naperville, IL: Sourcebooks, Incorporated, 2005. 1-354. MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 89 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor
Kauffmann, Bruce G. “James Madison: “Godfather of the Constitution” Archiving Early America. 1997.15 Dec. 2008 http://www.earlyamerica.com/review/summer97/madison.html
Labunski, Richard E. James Madison and the Struggle for the Bill of Rights. New York, NY: Oxford UP, Incorporated, 2006. 1-336
Stewart, David O. The Summer of 1787: The Men Who Invented the Constitution . New York, NY: Simon & Schuster, 2007. 1-347
Biography
Jordan Stephenson is a senior and will graduate in June 2009. Jordan’s extracurricular activities include the school music organizations and student government where she has held numerous leadership positions. Her community volunteer activities include those with her church and youth groups. She has received numerous academic awards and honors and has been an AP Scholar during her senior year.
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Second Place 2008-2009 Knight Essay 2nd Place: Major-General Nathanael Greene by Christopher Raborg Major-General Nathanael Greene & His Contributions to the Amer. Rev. By Christopher Raborg, Forest Hill, MD 21050 Harford Technical High School
“We fight, get beat, rise, and fight again.” Nathanael Greene
In the litany that depicts the great heroes amongst the American Revolution, you see the names of famous heroes such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and John Paul Jones. The British also held a list of those they considered to be their heroes, like Henry Clinton, William Howe, and Charles Cornwallis. However, there is one man that is not appropriately remembered for his accomplishments. Major-General Nathanael Greene, a Quaker from Rhode Island, was one of George Washington’s closest advisors and probably the most ingenious commander on the Continental side. He was a brilliant strategist, an efficient quartermaster, and a resourceful commander. From his service in the Kentish Guards in the beginning of the Revolution to his command of the Southern Army, Nathanael Greene epitomized the underlying idea of America: opportunity through perseverance.
Nathanael Greene was born on July 27, 1742 in the small colony of Rhode Island. Nathanael’s great-great grandfather, John Greene departed from England in the mid 1600s (probably to avoid what would become the English Civil War), making his family one of the original Puritan families on the continent. However, by the time Greene was born, his family had converted from Puritanism to Quakerism and had moved from Providence to Warwick. Nathanael spent most of his childhood working in his father’s local company forges and mills, learning the valuable skills of business management and economics. Nathanael’s formal education was not very extensive as was his contemporaries’, mostly because his father, a devout Quaker, strictly enforced the idea that knowledge is corrupt and unnecessary. However, Nathanael would become increasingly curious in the wonders of knowledge, especially in military history and the Enlightenment (Leckie 144). Throughout his business travels, Nathanael would also befriend several worldly gentlemen that would assist him in his quest for knowledge, some of which became his closest friends, like Sammy Ward and Henry Knox.
These friends and acquaintances of Nathanael, as well as his local peers and colonists of Rhode Island would have a tremendous influence on Nathanael’s political outlook. Rhode Island, infamous for its democratic self-government and revolutionary population was a very annoying colony to deal with, according to the British. Even his firm of Nathanael Greene & Company was affected by the increasingly hostile British government, which took upon itself the task to increase trade regulations in order to prevent these freedoms which Rhode Islanders held so dear. Nathanael became increasingly involved in local affairs, contradicting many of his Quaker beliefs. Such as when one of his ships, the Fortune , was seized by the British ship, the Gaspee , under the command of Lieutenant Dudingston. In retaliation, a group of revolutionaries led the Gaspee aground and scorched and destroyed it while the crippled ship lay there vulnerable (Golway 33-36).
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Two years later, in 1774, Greene married Catherine (Caty) Littlefield, one of his extensive family’s cousins, as well as a sociable, charming young lady. Greene also joined a new local militia group known as the Kentish Guards. To his dismay, he was denied a captain’s position in the unit because of his slight limp, which others deemed as unprofessional and out-of-place. However, in his short term of service in the Kentish Guards, he showed the politicians of Rhode Island that he was qualified to lead a new fifteen-hundred man army to defend Rhode Island from the enemy.
During the siege of Boston, Greene reported to General Ward’s headquarters and presumably offered to serve under Ward’s command (Golway 49). This action contradicted all other state philosophies of a confederacy of independent states, which in fact would last until after the Civil War. Greene, from his readings of military commanders, knew that this fight for independence would require the participation of every state in a united force. Each state would have to lend its support to a common cause of liberty and independence for America; the entire 13 colonies, as one entity.
This philosophical act was only just the beginning of the true revelation that was the genius of Nathanael Greene. However, Greene’s genius was constantly negated by the ineffectiveness and ill- preparedness of the American army from 1775-1779. From the siege at Boston to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey campaigns, Greene consistently obeyed his superior officer, Washington (who was unanimously selected as Commander-in-Chief), but was unable to clearly defeat the British. Even in the early days of the United States there existed a fine line between the motives of government and of the military. The military, severely depleted in supplies and manpower, consistently requested for material they needed to win the war. However, Congress, having other diplomatic and social objectives to complete, could not sufficiently provide the material requested by the Army. Even as Quartermaster General, Greene was hard-pressed to find any extra resources of food and clothing, because there was no money to repay the suppliers with! Congress, short on cash, was not able to sufficiently support the Continental armies until the arrival of French aid in 1778.
In addition to the problems that the Revolution faced, Greene was also trying to solve a dilemma of his own. Greene, having been separated from Caty for several years, would constantly write her letters of comfort and affection, to somewhat bridge the gap that emerged between them. Another objective of Greene’s was his thirst for recognition, which would be somewhat quenched after the sack of General Gates, the “hero” of Saratoga, who lost decisively at the Battle of Camden. Now Greene, who had been indignantly requesting a transfer to a battlefield position, was appointed as Commander of the Southern Army.
There was no time to lose; and Greene worked diligently to restore the Southern army. He quickly appointed trusted patriots to key positions in the army and told them to retrieve any recruits willing to fight and any supplies they could muster in order to stand a chance against Cornwallis (Golway 238-239). Being able to anticipate your enemy and effectively plan strategy is essential in warfare and Greene definitely knew how to. Greene knew for sure that his ‘reformed’ militia army could not stand up against Cornwallis, so he decided to divide his forces in the face of his enemy: a very odd, yet daring move on Greene’s part. However, innovation is what truly wins battles, not the common textbook maneuvers; and that’s why Greene was a military genius.
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Then, Cornwallis made his fatal decision to pursue Greene’s army through the Carolina wilderness, thus abandoning all of his heavy equipment and material, and most importantly, his navy. Greene had forced his enemy into removing some of his numerous advantages that eventually gave Greene the upper hand (Hibbert 303). For two years, Greene led Cornwallis on a ‘wild goose chase’ around the Carolinas’, harassing Cornwallis with hit-and-run tactics, with the exceptions of the Battles of Cowpens and Guilford Court House (one a victory, the other defeat for the Americans). But with Greene’s knowledge of supply from his position as Quartermaster General and his innovative strategy, he was able to accomplish his overall objective: to liberate the South and drive the British back towards the coast. Without General Greene, all of the southern states would have probably been taken by the British, and the war lost, leaving an uncertain future for the American continent and the subsequent generations of American patriots.
Works Cited
General Nathanael Greene. Sons of the South.net . 2003. Son of the South. 29, Dec 2008. < http://www.sonofthesouth.net/revolutionary-war/general/general-nathanael-greene.htm > Golway, Terry. Washington’s General: Nathanael Greene and the Triumph of the American Revolution. New York: Henry Holt & Company. 2005. Heathcote, Charles. Ph.D. General Nathanael Greene. US History.org. 2006. Valley Forge Historical Society. 28, Dec 2008. http://www.ushistory.org/valleyforge/served/greene.html Hibbert, Christopher. Recoats and Rebels: The American Revolution Through British Eyes. New York: W.W. Norton & Company. 1990. Leckie, Robert. George Washington’s War: The Saga of the American Revolution. New York: HarperCollins Publishers. 1992.
Biography
J.P.H. Christopher Joseph Raborg’s full name honors his Revolutionary War ancestor and his two great-grandfathers. Chris is an active learner in the Harford Technical School Computer Networking and Technology (CNT) program. He attended the Gilder Lehrman Saturday Academy for American History at the University of Maryland taking a course on Imperial Democracy. Chris’ academic schedule includes honors courses, AP courses and classes in the CNT program. He also participates with the Jazz Band, French Club, Skills USA and the National Technical Honors Society. Chris plans to attend college upon his high school graduation.
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Third Place 2008-2009 Winning Knight Essay 3rd Place: John Jay by Nick Thomas John Jay and the Creation of America By Nick Thomas, Adamstown MD 21710 Tuscarora High School
John Jay was born in New York City on December 12, 1745. He went on to graduate at King’s College and was eventually admitted to the bar in 1768. Jay became interested in politics when he married Sarah Livingston, the daughter of New Jersey governor William Livingston. His successes early in his life would continue on as he helped gain American independence, establish the Constitution, and prevent war with Great Britain.
In 1763 the Peace of Paris was signed ending the French and Indian war. Great Britain, with staggering debts, decided to start taxing the American colonies. The American colonists started resenting the acts and revolutionary sentiment started spreading throughout the colonies. In 1773 the “Boston Tea Party” broke out when members of the Sons of Liberty threw British tea into the harbor in response to the Tea Act. King George III responded with the “Intolerable Acts” which led to the creation of the Continental Congress. Jay was elected to be one of the four representatives of New York at the Congress. Representatives at the congress included John Adams, Patrick Henry, George Washington, and many other founding fathers. The congress debated trade boycott, military measures, and the drafting of petitions and statements. Jay helped author the Address to the British People which reminded British readers of the American support in the French and Indian War, the right to a jury trial, and a voice in legislation. Throughout the address, the Revenue Act is scorned because it subjected Americans “to the sad necessity of being judged by a single man, a creation of the Crown” (Ford 84-85) . The work showed a remarkable degree of unity among the colonies and was the beginning of the creation of a unified nation.
In May of 1775 the second Continental Congress was summoned in response to the battle of Lexington and Concord. The new congress contained more delegates including Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin. This new Congress faced many difficult questions on whether to petition Britain again, to take control and responsibility of an army, and to defend New York and the Hudson River against British attack. Jay was kept busy while he helped draft a letter to “the Canadian people” to assure them that the Americans did not intend to use the forts at Ticonderoga and Crown Point to threaten Canada. In the draft Jay states that “You may rely on our assurances, that these colonies will pursue no measures whatever, but such as friendship and a regard for our mutual safety and interest may suggest” (Stahr 49). This has been shown in the modern world because Canada and America share an unguarded border and have shown “friendship” throughout their histories. By June the Congress had appointed a committee including Dickinson, Franklin, and Jay to prepare another petition to the King. In Jay’s draft he was very cautious stating that the colonists were “bound to Your Majesty by the strongest ties of allegiance and affection” (Stahr 47) in a last attempt to prevent a revolutionary war. Jay’s draft was a main part of the Olive Branch Petition which was adopted by Congress and sent to the King. Although Jay initially attempted reconciliation with the British, by July 1776 he declared that the Declaration of Independence was “unavoidable” and that New York “approve the same, and will, at the risk of our lives and fortunes, join with the other colonies in supporting it”(Stahr 62).
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In the earlier stages of the war, Jay spent his time serving the New York constitutional convention. During those two years he drafted the state constitution, became the Chief Justice of the state, and served in the state Council of Safety. Although he had accomplished much he was also disgusted with the way in which the New York legislature sometimes disregarded the state constitution or the national situation. The seeds of Jay’s nationalism had begun and would continue to grow as he observed from the Presidents’ chair the weakness and indecision of the national Congress.
After two years of serving his state, Jay decided to return to the Continental Congress in Philadelphia. Upon his arrival he was elected president of the congress. Despite the absence of any power, one delegate while discussing Jay said “Mr. Jay is more judicious than his predecessor in the chair and less prolix.” (Stahr 93). In 1779 Spain had declared war against Great Britain and the Congress decided that they needed to send a peace commissioner to get funds and arms. After several votes Jay along with future president, John Adams, were appointed Ministers to Spain in order to seek recognition of Colonial Independence, financial aid, and commercial treaties. Although Jay found little success in Spain, he gained colonial recognition and was named a minister to Paris. Jay, along with Adams, Franklin, and Laurens signed the Treaty of Paris ending the war. Due to his diplomatic accomplishments during the war, Jay returned to Congress as the Secretary of Foreign Affairs.
Immediately following American independence, the Articles of Confederation were faced with many problems, eventually leading to Shay’s Rebellion. Jay had first hand experience with the problems of the Articles and was a supporter of a new more powerful national government. In 1787 Jay authored several articles in The Federalist, in which he, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton argued in support of the ratification of the new Federal Constitution. Under the name of “Publius” Jay wrote articles two, three, four, five, and sixty-four about the powers of the senate and the dangers of foreign influence. Due to The Federalist the Constitution was ratified despite vigorous opposition by men such as Patrick Henry and Thomas Jefferson.
Although the Constitution had been ratified, Jay still worked hard to promote a strong national government. In 1789 George Washington named Jay the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. During his reign as Chief Justice he remained committed to nationalistic ideas and was outspoken in national politics such as the Genet affair. By 1794 Great Britain and the United States of America were on the verge of war. Great Britain had not abandoned forts in the Northwestern part of America and were impressing American sailors. The Americans however were passing navigation laws that could possibly damage Great Britain. With tensions very high, Washington sent Jay to prevent the outbreak of war. Although “Jay’s Treaty” was very unpopular in America, it prevented another war and opened up the northwest to American expansion.
Jay had helped win the revolutionary war, construct a new national government, and protect the early republic from foreign affairs. Through his efforts Americans today live in a country with a powerful national government. Jay should be remembered like the other founding fathers but his modesty and conservative views cause most Americans today to forget about him. Perhaps the best summary of Jay’s life was the words placed on his tombstone by his son: “In memory of John Jay, eminent among those who asserted the liberty and established the independence of his country, which he long served in the most important offices, legislative, executive, judicial, and diplomatic, and distinguished in them all by his ability, firmness, patriotism, and integrity.” (Stahr 388)
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Bibliography • Stahr, Walter. John Jay . NY: R.R. Donnelley and Sons Company, 2005. • Ellis, Joseph. American Creation . NY: Random House Inc., 2007. • John Jay . 4 July 1995. Independence Hall Association. 30 Nov. 2008
Biography Nick Thomas is a junior at Tuscarora High School in Frederick, Maryland. He is an honor roll student who currently has a 4.4 weighted GPA. His extracurricular activities include playing on the varsity golf team, model United Nations, mock trial, National Honor Society, and chess club. He also is very involved with volunteer work at his church. Nick plans to attend college and study either engineering or history.
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MD 400 Board of Trustees Edward A. Foreman, Jr.
No report provided by Chairman.
Linda Davis Reno published her work on the Maryland 400. Linda had contacted the SAR in 2006 asking more about the men of the MD 400. President Christou provided her some details and continued to work with her over the next two years to develop more primary documentation on the men and the events of the Battle of Long Island. President Irish also worked with her to provide data that resulted in this wonderful book on the events that we commemorate each February at our GW Luncheon and each August with the celebrations in New York.
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MD 400 Ceremonies Bus Trip Edward A. Foreman, Jr.
With renewed interest in the MD 400 brought about by the new publication of Linda Reno’s book The Maryland 400 in the Battle of Long Island, 1776, the Maryland SAR Board voted to sponsor a bus trip to New York in Aug 2008 to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Long Island that made heroes of the Maryland men known as the MD 400. The Empire State SAR welcomed the MD members openly and to participate fully in the event as their honored guests.
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Plans are being made for a return visit in August 2009.
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Medals & Awards R. Duane Tackitt Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution 2009 Awards and Medals April 18, 2009 The following awards were presented at various functions during the 2008-2009 Awards Program year: Distinguished Service Medal Military Service Medals SAR Medal of Appreciation (S) Barrett L. McKown Charles D. Boone Elizabeth Bess Howard C. Booth Barbara Carpenter Patriot Medal (S) John H. Lehman, Jr. Elizabeth Deering William P. Smithson Paul J. Offutt Michelle Klein Carl W. Penland Amanda Smithson Meritorious Service Medal (S) Ai B. Smith James G. Ballard Jr. W. Jackson Stenger, Jr. State Past-President Pin/Cert Edward A. Foreman Jr. Richard L. Stup R. Duane Tackitt W. Ian Towler Paul R. Shockey Maryland 400 ($1,000 Level) Chapter Past-President Pin/Cert Don A. Adams Don Bean Silver Good Citizenship (S) Gregory H. Barnhill B. Conway Gregory Ivan V. Dooley William A. Carpenter Charles H. Hill Ernest L. Irish James R. McCafferty Mark L. Hoke Clifford L. Sayre, Jr. David W. Hoover Bronze Good Citizenship Medal (S) John H. Lehman C. Louis Raborg Jr. Maryland 400 ($100 Level) W. Jackson Stenger Jr. Douglas B. Stuart Joseph W. Albright Robert E. Lyon W. Ian Towler Charles D. Ashworth Dan Zimmerman Gregory H. Barnhill
Bronze Color Guard Medal (C) Richard K. Biddle C. Louis Raborg, Jr. Earle L. Browning Marion D. Carmack Jr. Law Enforcement Medal (C) William A. Carpenter (S) State Level, (C) Chapter Level James “Jimmy” Hare Robert N. Cleaver Brandon B. Justice Robert W. Davies Charles “Chuck” Jenkins Russell F. Devenney, Jr. Robert A. Dietrich Respectfully submitted: Martha Washington (S) Douglas C. Favorite Juanita Bean Haswell M. Franklin Jack M. Hartwell Distinguished Service Cert (S) John R. Harvey, Jr. Christos Christou, Jr. Marshall W. Hawks R. Duane Tackitt, CAPT, MSC, USN (Ret) David W. Hoover John W. Honeywell Chairman, Awards Committee Ken Zimmerman Ernest L. Irish Gerald A. James War Service Medals Lindley A. Lentz Bruce D. Champion Brooks A. Morton George C. Dyson, Jr. James L. Myers George Noel Crawford Bruce G. Null Joseph J. Davis Jeffrey R. Park Frederick W. Pyne John C. Scarborough George Satterthwaite Gregory L. Shockey Clifford R. Sinopoli R. Duane Tackitt John H. Vandegriff Meredith G. Williams, Jr. F. Phillips Williamson
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Memorials & Graves Christopher T. Smithson
Report not submitted by Chairman.
The Maryland Society supported the creation of a Revolutionary War Infantryman Monument in Columbus Georgia in front of the National Infantry Museum. Members of the MDSSAR Guard (David Hoover, William Smithson, and Louis Raborg) attended and represented our Society at the Event on March 13, 2009. See full Article in SAR Magazine Vol 103 No 4. Spring 2009
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Memorial for Signing of Treaty of Paris Christos Christou, Jr.
An article was featured in the SAR Magazine (Vol 103 no 2 Fall 2008) regarding this unveiling in Baltimore.
David R. Wagner's painting “Signing of the Treaty of Paris” will be unveiled at the Carroll Mansion, Wednesday, September 3, 2008.
New England historical artist David R. Wagner is exhibiting original paintings in the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route series at Carroll Mansion (located at 800 E. Lombard Street) from September 3rd through September 30th 2008. The mansion is open to the public Wed. – Sun., noon to 4 p.m. An opening reception will be held on Wednesday, September 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. All are invited.
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David R. Wagner, a lifelong resident of Connecticut, attended Black Hills Teachers College and University of Connecticut, and received a degree in History from http://www.marylandsar.org/SAR-Images/articles/D- wagner1.jpg Eastern Connecticut State College. A self-taught and versatile artist, Mr. Wagner's media include acrylic on canvas paintings and pen & ink illustrations. His subjects include portraits, still life, landscapes, Native American scenes, and representations of historical events, most notably an historical series depicting the activities of the French and Continental Armies during the American Revolution. The finished collection will cover all eight states traversed by Washington and Rochambeau during their campaigns, and will number well over 100 paintings (ongoing).
Carroll Museums, Inc. was created in 2002 as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit educational corporation to revitalize the Carroll Mansion and the Phoenix Shot Tower, two beloved Baltimore landmarks that are historically significant at the city, state, and national levels. They are also key components of their historic Jonestown neighborhood and play a pivotal role in the future of the area and the quality of community life. With that role in mind, Carroll Museums has formulated a strategic plan that 1) honors and preserves the sites’ heritage 2) seeks innovative ways to interpret their past and 3) makes them active participants in their modern community. For more information, visit www.carrollmuseums.org , or call Paula Hankins at (410) 605-2964, [email protected]
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Patriot David Weem at St. Mark’s Chapel William Smithson On April 11th 2009 the MDSSAR color guard participated in two revolutionary war patriots grave markings. The first was held at St Mark's Chapel in Tracy's Landing MD. Patriot David Weem's grave set behind the small wooden chapel. Due to the rain the DAR conducted the ceremony in the chapel. Color guardsmen presented the colors, with drummer Robert Ayres leading off and Lou Raborg and William Smithson as flag bearers. Color guardsmen David Embrey and David Hoover performed a musket salute on the steps of the chapel. Color guardsmen Barry McKown was in attendance and in uniform.
Patriot Benjamin C. Wood Christopher Smithson In the afternoon with a light rain falling color guardsmen gathered for the second grave marker dedication at the Congressional Cemetery in Washington DC. Patriot Benjamin C. Wood was honored. Color guardsmen Ernest Irish, Barry McKown, and William Smithson were flag bearers. David Hoover and Lou Raborg performed the musket salute in the difficult weather. Drummer Robert Ayres lead us to the grave site.
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MPTV Telethon Jean S. Fugett, Sr.
No report submitted by the Chairman. The Annual volunteering with the Maryland Public TV was done this year in December. Maryland SAR Members volunteered to man phones for 6 hours to help raise funds. During commercial breaks, the MDSSAR Logo and information was displayed. President Tackitt was also interviewed during a break to explain what the SAR was about.
Newsletter Editor Christos Christou, Jr.
Last year I announced my resignation as Newsletter and Yearbook Editor however with no one stepping forward to pick up these critical positions, I decided to continue in the role for one more year. I was able to complete three newsletters during the year and submitted to our National contest but did not win this year as we have in past years. We published newsletters in:
April 2008 August 2008 November 2008
We still need someone to come forward this year to keep this great communication and historical vehicle moving. Our website has become a great tool for communication to those with the internet but I feel that some members only will read a brief article or two in our newsletter that we sent out and our records that get preserved at our State Archives will only retain the newsletters not our website. We will lose our history if someone does not come forward to assist.
Sincerely,
Christos Christou, Jr. Chairman
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Nominating Committee Ernest L. Irish
Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution Nominating Committee 2009-2010
Nominating Committee Report Updated 2 February 2009 The following slate of Officers and Managers is submitted by the Nominations Committee. The final report will be submitted at the 21 February meeting at the Eagles Nest. The election is to be held at the Annual Meeting on 18 April 2009 at the Sheraton in Towson:
President David W. Hoover (#9) 1st Vice President Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) 2nd Vice President Ivan V. Dooley, Jr. (#4) 3rd Vice President C. Louis Raborg, Jr. (#9) Secretary C. Louis Raborg, Jr. (#9) Assistant Secretary Roger V. Buck (#10) Treasurer Barrett L. McKown (#6) Assistant Treasurer C. Louis Raborg, Jr. (#9) Registrar Kenneth E. Zimmerman (#10) Historian J. Russell Fugett (#4) Chaplain Rev. Partee J. Boliek, Jr. (#5) Chancellor Jean S. Fugett, Jr. (#4) Organizing Secretary Jean S. Fugett , Sr. (#4) Genealogist Christopher T. Smithson (#9) Surgeon Lee Crandall Park, MD (#5) National Society Trustee R. Duane Tackitt (#2) Alt. Nat”l Soc. Trustee Douglas B. Stuart (#11)
Board of Managers, Class 0f 2009-2012 (five members): Charles D. Boone (#14), David H. Embrey (#10), James F. Engler, Sr. (#13), George Satterthwaite, II (#11) and W. Ian Towler (#5).
The Board of Managers, Classes of 2007-2010 and 2008-2011 will continue as members of the MDSSAR Board of Officers and Managers as well as Past MDSSAR Presidents and current Presidents of MDSSAR Chapters.
It is noted that nominations may be made from the floor at the 18 April election with the prior approval of the nominee. Sincerely,
Ernest L. Irish
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Outreach Education Edward A. Foreman, Jr.
No report submitted by Chairman.
Patriots’ Ball Edward A. Foreman, Jr.
See report of event in 2 nd Vice President’s Report.
ROTC/Outstanding Citizenship Awards Ernest L. Irish ROTC/JROTC &&& Outstanding Citizenship Committee Annual Report 1 April 2008 to 31 March 2009
Award presentations for the 2007-2008 school year have been reported for four College level ROTC and 23 High School level JROTC units. Four Chapters submitted Outstanding JROTC Cadet nominations. Three of the College level recipients submitted the bond application form and received $100.00 Series EE U. S. Savings Bonds.
Each of the four Outstanding JROTC Cadets received a $100.00 Series EE U. S. Savings Bond at the time of the awards.
Cadet CPO Spencer J. Mathews of the Easton High School JROTC unit, nominated by the Col. Tench Tilghman Chapter, was selected as the MDSSAR Outstanding JROTC Cadet and was awarded a check for $200.00 in addition to the appropriate medals. His nomination was forwarded to the National Society for consideration in the National Contest.
Materials for the calendar year 2009 ROTC, JROTC and Outstanding Citizenship awards have been distributed to the various Chapters. There were no changes in the program for this year. The award of the $100.00 Savings Bond to each College level ROTC unit nominee and to each Chapter winner of the Outstanding JROTC Cadet competition continues.
Nominations for the 2009 Outstanding JROTC Cadet from the various high school JROTC units were due no later than 31 March 2009 to the Chapters and Chapter winners’ nominations to the MDSSAR ROTC/JROTC & Outstanding Citizenship Committee were due no later than 15 April 2009 for judging and selection of the Maryland Society winner.
Respectfully Submitted,
Ernest L. Irish, Chairman
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Rumbaugh Orations Contest Christopher T. Smithson
The 2009 State Orations winner is JAMES P. TORRE, IV of Forest Hill, Harford County, Maryland.
He was sponsored by the Colonel Aquila Hall Chapter, MDSSAR for submission to the MDSSAR Orations Contest. James and his brother Timothy are incoming members of the Colonel Aquila Hall Chapter through patriot ancestor Thomas Smithson [1712-1795] of Harford County, Maryland. Thomas also being the ancestor of the State Orations Chairman, Christopher T. Smithson, the MDSSAR Color Guard Commander Bill Smithson, and also Col. Aquila Hall Chapter member Gregory Chimel of Tempe, Arizona.
Torre will represent the MDSSAR at the 119th NSSAR Congress in Atlanta, Georgia.
SAR Auto Tags Carroll J. Collins
No report submitted by Chairman.
Semi-Annual Meeting David W. Hoover
No report submitted by Chairman.
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Washington/Rochambeau Rev. Route (W3R) Robert E. Reyes A Wayside Marker for Jonestown is now complete but not installed yet. We are waiting on Jeffrey P. Buchheit the Baltimore Heritage Area Director to Contract City Public Works for determination of the location to install and when. The painting was done by David Wagner for free for the MDSSAR. The installation is being paid for by the City of Baltimore Heritage Area. The painting depicts the French/German troops marching into Baltimore past the Friends Meeting House. The Image is owned by Artist David Wagner and the Painting is owned by MDSSAR. The Berthier Painting at the bottom is owned by Princeton U. and the 1781 French Map at the bottom is owned by Brown U. A Wayside Marker for Camden Yards is in progress. The Painting for Camden Yards is almost complete and is being touched up based on comments from the MD Stadium Authority. The Wayside Text is in Development Phase. The MD Stadium Authority will pay for the installation. The painting was done by Carol Lee Thompson and paid by the MD Stadium Authority It will be placed right behind Camden Station on East Side near the Light Rail Line. It depicts the encampment of troops at Camden Yards before their departure to NY. The Image is owned by Artist Thompson and the painting is owned by Maryland Stadium Authority. A Wayside Marker for Annapolis is in progress. The Painting is almost complete with a few changes to be made based on a meeting on May 2. It will be placed in Annapolis. Church Circle. Half ($1,500) was paid by the National Society Sons of American Revolution GWEF and the other half was paid by the Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution. Wayside Text is in Development Phase. Installation will be paid for by City of Annapolis. The painting depicts the French Army marching through Annapolis. The Annapolis Image is owned by Artist David Wagner and the Painting is owned by MDSSAR.
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Artist David Wagner wants to make a deal for ten MD W3R Paintings with the MDSSAR. We would pay him $3,000 a year for 10 years. We were able to secure the privilege of using one of Princeton’s copyrighted images for use on the Baltimore wayside Marker.
Your letter of 29 January 2009 to Charles Greene has been forwarded to me. The University is happy to grant the use of its Alexandre Berthier map of Baltimore in your Trail Wayside Exhibit in Baltimore. The University grants this for one-time, non- exclusive use and insofar as its rights extend as the owner of the physical property. The picture credit should read: “Alexandre Berthier Papers. Manuscripts Division. Department of Rare Books and Special Collections. Princeton University Library.”
Ben Primer Associate University Librarian for Rare Books and Special Collections Princeton University Library
On Monday, March 30, 2009, U.S. President Barack Obama signed into law the Omnibus Public Land Management Act. One provision designates the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route as a National Historic Trail. Omnibus Public Land Management Bill; TITLE V; Subtitle C; Section 5204 reads: SEC. 5204. WASHINGTON-ROCHAMBEAU REVOLUTIONARY ROUTE NATIONAL HISTORIC TRAIL. Section 5(a) of the National Trails System Act (16 U.S.C. 1244(a)) (as amended by section 5202(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: (29) WASHINGTON-ROCHAMBEAU REVOLUTIONARY ROUTE NATIONAL HISTORIC TRAIL.-- (A) IN GENERAL.--The Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail, a corridor of approximately 600 miles following the route taken by the armies of General George Washington and Count Rochambeau between Newport, Rhode Island, and Yorktown, Virginia, in 1781 and 1782, as generally depicted on the map entitled `WASHINGTON-ROCHAMBEAU REVOLUTIONARY ROUTE NATIONAL HISTORIC TRAIL', numbered T01/80,001, and dated June 2007. (B) MAP.--The map referred to in subparagraph (A) shall be on file and available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of the National Park Service. From page S3235 of the Congressional Record for 2009
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Webmaster W. Ian Towler MDSSAR Website Annual Report 2008-2009 www.marylandsar.org
Webmaster: Wm. Ian Towler
It was a big year for the MDSSAR and its website. This year has seen the old site replaced, and a new Modern site in its place. After the June BOM meeting, I prepared a 2 stage proposal for a new Maryland SAR website which was accepted by the Executive committee on 18 June 2008. Stage 1 was defined as securing the correct server requirements and getting a “framework” for the website setup. Stage 1 started on 19 June 2008 and completed 10 July 2008 Stage 2 was defined as getting a web specialist to help design a custom “look” for the site and ensure that coding for the site meets all the web coding standards (W3C). Stage 2 started July 14 and completed 01 Aug 2008
The entire proposal that I submitted was completed on time and under my proposed budget (and under the even higher than the first Budget that was agreed upon.)
The new site has been “live” and active since 01 August 2008. The site includes the following features : Calendar : Features State, Chapter, DAR, CAR and other relevant events Picture Gallery : Photos from various SAR events including chapter and color guard events “News” : Short news style articles on the activities and events that are relevant The MDSSAR Important documents : Bylaws, Constitution, etc. Contact form : to allow people to get in touch with us Members only section : contains BOM min, SAR handbook, and old newsletters Membership Database: An online, searchable database of our members Patriots: An online, searchable database of Maryland Patriots, with pertinent data
Some interesting data about the site are listed below: All data from June 1 2008 – April 15 2009
Stats: June 1 2008 – April 15 2009 41.28% comes from Search engines Number of Visits: 8,243 36.07% from referring sites Number of Unique Visitors: 5,061 22.65% from direct traffic Pageviews : 49,035 Average Monthly traffic : ~1100 Pages Per Visit: 5.95 Time per Visit: 4:44
We have also been able to offer MDSSAR chapters hosting, and have moved 2 site to date to our hosting.
The MDSSAR site was submitted to the National society for the Robert B. Vance Website Award, State society competition.
Respectfully Submitted,
Wm. Ian Towler
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Wreaths Across America C. Louis Raborg Jr.
The Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution, supported the Wreaths Across America program for the first time this year. The MDSSAR participated in ceremonies at Annapolis Veterans Cemetery and Cheltenham Veterans cemetery. At Annapolis MDSSAR president Duane Tackitt presented the Air Force Wreath and Color Guardsman Lou Raborg presented the Army wreath. At Cheltenham the program was lead by George Satterthwaite with the help of Doug Stuart and Color Guardsman Bob Lyons, Bob Urban, Ernie Irish and Dave Embrey.
The Wreaths Across America story began over 15 years ago when Worcester Wreath Company (a for- profit commercial business from Harrington, Maine) began a tradition of placing wreaths on the headstones of our Nation's fallen heroes at Arlington National Cemetery during the holidays. Over that period of time, Worcester Wreath has donated 90,000 wreaths which were placed by volunteers in a wreath-laying ceremony each December. But as word spread, the mission to Remember; Honor; and Teach about the sacrifices made by our veterans has captured the hearts and minds of many communities across the Country. In December 2007, 286 participating locations hosted Wreaths Across America ceremonies overseeing the placement of 32,553 wreaths on the headstones of those who served and sacrificed for our freedoms. In 2008 that number will exceed 350 locations and 100,000 wreaths placed in honor!
The MDSSAR looks forward to participating in the program next year!
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Yearbook Christos Christou, Jr.
Last year I submitted my resignation for Yearbook Editor but as the year progressed and no member of the SAR stepped forward to take on this tremendously needed role for our historical records, I notified President Tackitt that I would do this for one more year. This Yearbook has been running strong since 1990 and is a great asset to our society for those looking back into our records to see what our Society has accomplished. He completed the yearbooks from 1990 to 2002 and transitioned to me in that year. I published the 2003-2009 Yearbooks and hope someone else will step up to assist or do future yearbooks.
We need more to step up to assist with the necessary functions of our society to ensure its longevity. Jim McCafferty the former Editor started this project often using his own money to support it. When I took over the State created a budget to ensure this worthwhile Project is completed each year. If someone is interested, please contact the State President.
Thanks,
Christos Christou, Jr.
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MDSSAR Contact Information
86 th President of the MDSSAR
David W. Hoover 1701 Pleasantville Rd Forest Hill MD 21050-2314 410-893-0856
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Maryland Society, Sons of the American Revolution 2009-2010 BOARD OF OFFICERS AND MANAGERS OFFICERS 2009-2010 President David W. Hoover (#9) 410-893-0856 [email protected] 1st Vice President Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) 410-661-0139 [email protected] 2nd Vice President Ivan V. Dooley, Jr. (#4) 410-668-8624 [email protected] 3rd Vice President C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) 410-879-2246 [email protected] Secretary C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) 410-879-2246 [email protected] …Assistant Secretary Roger V. Buck (#10) 410-730-0317 [email protected] Treasurer Barrett L. McKown (#6) 410-798-4531 [email protected] …Assistant Treasurer C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) 410-879-2246 [email protected] Registrar Kenneth E. Zimmerman (#10) 410-461-2097 [email protected] Historian J. Russell Fugett 301-938-8729 [email protected] Organizing Secretary Jean S. Fugett Sr. (#4) 410-922-9517 [email protected] Genealogist Christopher T. Smithson (#9) 410-378-2733 [email protected] …Genealogist Emeritus Henry C. Peden, Jr. (#9) 410-879-8717 [email protected] Chancellor Jean S. Fugett Jr. (#4) 410 945 7110 [email protected] Chaplain Rev. Partee J. Boliek, Jr. (#5) 410-592-3810 …Assistant Chaplain Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) 410-282-0758 [email protected] …Deputy Chaplain Rev. Frederick W. Pyne (#1) 301-644-1776 [email protected] Surgeon Lee Crandall Park, MD (#5) 410-323-2435 [email protected] National Trustee Elect R. Duane Tackitt (#2) 202-548-8524 [email protected] Alternate National Trustee Elect Douglas B. Stuart (#11) 301-292-5961 [email protected]
Past Presidents 61. W. King Barnes, Jr. (#5) 1984 70. Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) 1993 80. James R. Dearworth (#7) 2003 63. Granville W. Wehland (#18) 1986 71. John H. Vandegriff (#2) 1994 81. Douglas B. Stuart (#11) 2004 64. Henry P. Laughlin (#1) 1987 73. William C. Austin, Jr. (#10) 1996 82. Carroll J. Collins (#11) 2005 66. Herbert L. Baer, Sr. (#11) 1989 74. Raymond N Zimmerman(#6) 1997 83. Christos Christou, Jr. (#4) 2006 68. Barrett L. McKown (#6) 1991 76. Cecil M. Massie, Sr. (#13) 1999 84. Ernest L. Irish (#14) 2007 69. James A. McCafferty (#11) 1992 78. M. Hall Worthington (#6) 2000 85. R. Duane Tackitt (#2) 2008
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CHAPTER PRESIDENTS #1 Sgt. Lawrence Everhart (FR) (11/09/1920) Douglas C. Favorite 301-271-0558 [email protected] #2 Gen. William Smallwood (MO) (09/13/1968) J. Patrick Warner 301-585-8629 [email protected] #3 Christian Ardinger (WA) (05/22/1971) James G. Ballard Jr. 301-733-1189 [email protected] #4 Col. John Eager Howard (BC) (11/11/1972) Jean S. Fugett, Sr. 410-922-9517 [email protected] #5 Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore (BA) (01/25/1972) W. Ian Towler 443-801-8102 [email protected] #6 John Paul Jones (AA) (07/22/1972) Christopher C. Beck 410-721-9933 [email protected] #7 Col. Henry Hollingsworth (CE) (03/26/1973) G. Noel Crawford 410-398-0717 [email protected] #8 Col. Tench Tilghman (CARO,KE,QA,TA) (05/01/1976) Lt. John W. Honeywell 410-810-3993 #9 Col. Aquila Hall (HA) (11/06/1976) C. Louis Raborg Jr. 410-879-2246 [email protected] #10 Charles Carroll of Carrollton (HO) (03/01/1977) David H. Embrey 301-776-0235 [email protected] #11 John Hanson (PG) (02/25/1979) Douglas B. Stuart 410-292-5961 [email protected] #12 Capt. John Smoot (DO, SO, WI, WO) (10/30/1982) Raymond L. Jackson 410-632-0300 [email protected] #13 Westminster (CARR) (03/09/1985) Dr. Cecil M. Massie, Sr. 410-848-4156 [email protected] #14 Thomas Stone (CH, CV, SM) (03/30/1991) Charles D. Boone 301-638-1833 [email protected] #15 Little Meadows (AL, GA) (07/15/2000) Luther D. Parrack Jr. 301-334-9514 [email protected]
Board of Managers Class of 2007-2010 Class of 2008-2011 Class of 2009-2012 Robert J. Ayres (#9) Christopher Johnston VI (#5) Charles D. Boone (#14) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Christopher C Beck Sr. (#6) Richard L. Funk (#7) David H. Embrey (#10) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Ivan V. Dooley Jr. (#4) Michael A. Irish (#12) James F. Engler Sr. (#13) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Warren D. Tewes (#8) Frederick L. Howard (#12) George Satterthwaite II (#11) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] James G. Ballard Jr. (#1) J. Jeffrey Hutter, Sr. (#15) W. Ian Towler (#5) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
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Committee Chairmen American Flag John B. Watkins (#4) 410-661-0529 [email protected] Americanism Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) 410-282-0758 [email protected] Americanism Poster Contest C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) 410-879-2246 [email protected] Annual Meeting* (1st Vice President) Budget/Audit/Finance Lester A. Foster, Jr. (#4) 410-282-0758 [email protected] Bylaws/Constitution Roger V. Buck (#10) 410-730-0317 [email protected] CAAH Fundraising Ernest L. Irish (#14) 301-934-8709 [email protected] CAR/DAR/SAR Liaison Guy E. Almony, Jr. (#4) 410-574-5467 [email protected] Color Guard Commander William P. Smithson (#9) 410-836-3433 [email protected] Council of Past Presidents (Immediate Past President) Eagle Scouts Kenneth E. Zimmerman (#10) 410-461-2097 [email protected] Executive Committee* (President) George Washington Luncheon Carroll J. Collins (#11) 301-698-1321 [email protected] Knight Essay Contest Richard L. Funk (#7) 410-658-5645 [email protected] MD 400 Board of Trustees* (3rd Vice President) MD 400 Ceremonies Bus Trip Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) 410-661-0139 [email protected] Medals & Awards R. Duane Tackitt (#2) 202-548-8524 [email protected] Memorials & Graves Christopher T. Smithson (#9) 410-378-2733 [email protected] MPTV Telethon Jean S. Fugett, Sr. (#4) 410-922-9517 [email protected] Newsletter Editor Christos Christou, Jr. (#4) 410-574-5467 [email protected] Nominating Committee* (National Trustee) Outreach Education Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) 410 661-0139 [email protected] Patriots’ Ball Edward A. Foreman, Jr. (#4) 410-661-0139 [email protected] ROTC/Outstanding Citizenship Awards Ernest L. Irish (#14) 301-934-8709 [email protected] Rumbaugh Orations Contest Christopher T. Smithson (#9) 410-378-2733 [email protected] SAR Auto Tags Carroll J. Collins (#11) 301-332-1335 [email protected] Semi-Annual Meeting* (2nd Vice President) Washington/Rochambeau Rev. Route Robert E. Reyes (#18) 410-437-4467 [email protected] Webmaster W. Ian Towler (#5) 443-801-8102 [email protected] Wreaths Across America C. Louis Raborg Jr. (#9) 410-879-2246 [email protected] Yearbook Editor Christos Christou, Jr. (#4) 410-574-5467 [email protected] *The chairmen for these positions are designated by the Bylaws Articles II III, and IV.
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2009 SAR Calendar of Events Jan. 03 Col. Aquila Hall Chapter Elections / Chapter Meeting Jan. 04 Maryland Triad Jan. 10 MDSSAR BOM meeting & 1812 Society Luncheon Jan. 22 Charles Carroll of Carrollton Winter Dinner Meeting Jan. 24 MDSSAR Exec. Comm. Mtg/ Membership Workshop/ John Eager Howard Chapter Mtg Jan. 29 Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Planning meeting Feb. 02 Nicholas Ruxton Moore Chapter Meeting Feb. 04 Conococheague Chapter of the DAR Dinner Meeting Feb. 06-09 Col. Aquila Hall Chapter SAR promotion, Timonium Fairgrounds Gun Show Feb. 21 MDSSAR Washington’s Birthday Luncheon Feb. 28 Membership Workshop Mar. 02 Nicholas Ruxton Moore Chapter meeting Mar. 05-07 Spring Leadership Meeting Mar. 05 Westminster Chapter Meeting/ General William Smallwood Chapter Quarterly Meeting Mar. 07 Colonel Aquila Hall Chapter Meeting Mar. 20-21 CAR State Meeting Mar. 21 2009 Spring Chapter Workshop/ Col. Tench Tilghman Chapter Meeting Mar. 26-29 2009 Maryland DAR Conference Mar. 28 Thomas Stone Chapter Meeting Mar. 28-29 Col. Aquila Hall Chapter SAR promotion at Harford Mall's Community Day Apr. 04 Col. Nicholas Ruxton Moore Annual Chapter Mtg/ John Eager Howard Chapter Mtg Apr. 11 Patriot David Weems Grave Marking/ Memorial Dedication at Congressional Cem Apr. 16 Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Semi Annual Meeting Apr. 18 MDSSAR Annual Membership Meeting & Election/Installation of Officers Apr. 25 Membership Workshop May 01-03 Col. Aquila Hall Chapter SAR promotion at the Wildlife art Festival May 04 Nicholas Ruxton Moore Chapter Meeting May 09 Revolutionary Patriot Christopher Raborg Sr. and Christopher Raborg Jr. Dedication May 16 Col. Aquila Hall Chapter: Jerusalem Mill 2009 May 16 Captain John Smoot Chapter Meeting and Luncheon May 16 Sgt. James Crawford Grave Marking May 16-17 Col. Aquila Hall Chapter: Jerusalem Mill May 23 Membership Workshop May 25 Gen. Wm. Smallwood Chapter 2009 Memorial Day Ceremony at Battery Park Jun. 04 General William Smallwood Chapter Quarterly Business / Dinner Meeting Jun. 07 Howard Chapter Old St. Paul Cem Ceremony / Grave marking for Pvt Christian Ardinger Jun. 13 MDSSAR BOM Meeting Jun. 27 Membership Workshop Jun. 28 Dedication of Grave of Captain Peter Mantz at Mt. Olivet Cem. Jul. 04-08 119th Annual National Congress at Renaissance Waverly Hotel, Atlanta, GA Aug. 07-09 2009 AMS Conference in NY Aug. 15 John Eager Howard Chapter: Memorial at Grey Rock Mansion Aug. 29 Maryland 400, Battle Week Opening Ceremony at Brooklyn, NY Sep. 03 General William Smallwood Chapter Quarterly Business / Dinner Meeting Sep. 05 DAR: Picnic in the Country Sep. 24-25 Fall Leadership Meeting, Brown Hotel, Louisville, KY Oct. 08 Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Annual Dinner Meeting Nov. 01 Everhart Dedication at Catoctin Furnace Nov. 07 John Eager Howard Chapter: Fall Chapter Meeting Nov. 08 Massing of the Colors Annapolis at the Naval Academy Chapel Dec. 03 General William Smallwood Chapter Quarterly Business / Dinner Meeting Dec. 19 Patriots’ Ball at Crowne Plaza in Timonium, MD Jan 03, 2010 CAR: History Triad CAR hosts this year
MDSSAR Motto: “Not for us alone but for our country” MDSSAR Yearbook 2009 by Rev. Christos Christou, Jr., Editor
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
The Pledge to the Sons of the American Revolution
We, the descendants of the heroes of the American Revolution who by their sacrifices, established the United States of America, reaffirm our Faith and Principles of Liberty and our Constitutional Republic, and solemnly pledge ourselves to defend them against every foe.
The American’s Creed
I believe in the United States of America as a government of the people, by the people, for the people, whose just powers are derived from the consent of the governed; a democracy in a Republic; a sovereign Nation of many sovereign States; a perfect Union, one and inseparable; established upon those principles of freedom, equality, justice, and humanity for which American patriots sacrificed their lives and fortunes.
I therefore believe it is my duty to my country to love it, to support its Constitution, to obey its laws, to respect its Flag, and to defend it against all enemies.
(Written in 1917 by Compatriot William Tyler Page MDSSAR #675 , clerk of the House of Representatives and a descendant of Carter Braxton, Signer of the Declaration of Independence.)
SAR Recessional
Until we meet again, let us remember our obligations to our forefathers, who gave us our Constitution, the Bill of Rights and an independent Supreme Court and a Nation of free men.
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