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AUTUMN 2007 VOL 41, NO 3 From the Desk of the President New Members

This summer having a tent at the games. One person On behalf of Ian Francis Wallace of that and early fall told me he wants to be our convenor Ilk, 35th Chief of Clan Wallace, the Presi‐ have been excit‐ there. Let’s all keep our fingers crossed dent and the Board of Directors welcome ing times. The so he is able to do so. The press release the thirteen individuals listed below to 2007 Gathering we sent out generated an interview and the fellowship of our Society. is almost upon several inches of text devoted to Clan Ciad mile failte! Pro Libertate! us. Norma and Wallace Society in a large article about Life Member I are in Virginia the Oak Brook Games. Wendell Carlisle, Champaign, IL getting a grand‐ William Martin Sloane, Carlisle, PA son fix before In early July Kay Cayler, Society Secre‐ Annual Members heading down the peninsula to Williams‐ tary, sent out letters announcing the three Debra Jean McCarter, Gatlinburg, TN burg. We are looking forward to seeing possible vacancies on the board of direc‐ Jennette Frame Gottlieb, Oakbrook, IL many Wallace cousins there, some for the tors and requesting nominations for Patricia Ann Patterson Tillman, first time, some for the first time since the board candidates. The three incumbents Kennesaw, GA 2005 gathering in . were all eligible for reelection and de‐ Cathleen Ann Coats Barker, cided to run again.. There were no other Falls Church, VA Our Chief, Ian Francis Wallace, is not nominations and consequently there will Waddell A. Wallace III, Jacksonville, FL able to attend our Gathering, nor the Wil‐ be no need for an election. Capt. John R. Joseph H. Santisteban, Lindenhurst, IL liamsburg Games. I will have the honor Wallace, Bob Wallace, and I are honored Craig Kaufman, Alpharetta, GA of representing him at the Games so may to serve you for an additional three year Nancy Kiley, Cumming, GA be somewhat scarce around the Society term. It is not too early to start thinking Bonnie Jean Pulley, Alexandria, VA tent. about next year’s election and consider‐ William E. Wallace, Maumelle, AR Elsewhere in the newsletter you will find ing running for the board. Some “new Thom McAdams, London, Ont. Canada Norma’s report about the Oak Brook, blood” will be welcome. Illinois Games but I have to tell you how There are 1309 exciting it was to be so warmly received Slante mhath! Members of the by the Illinois Saint Andrew Society and Clan Wallace Society to hear Wallaces excited about finally Bill VA’s Celtic Community Gathers to Commemorate Wallace Day

The 2nd An‐ taurant in Norfolk, VA. The evening com‐ about Clan Wallace, the Clan Wallace So‐ nual Wallace menced at 7:02 PM with a processional led ciety, and Scotland’s Guardian and Hero, Day Ceremo‐ by the local “Guardians of the Old Domin‐ William Wallace. nies to honor ion” of the Newport News Police Emerald the memory of Society Pipe Band and followed by high‐ In attendance were the Presidents of all Scotland’s land dancing, singing, poetic recitations, the Tidewater‐area Scottish and Irish so‐ Greatest Hero, pipe solos, and other Celtic entertainment cieties and about 75 persons of Celtic de‐ Sir William all focused in Remembrance of Sir Wil‐ scent. This highly successful evening Immediate Past President Wallace, was liam. Attendees were treated to a Scottish ended with a formal Toast to Wallace and Capt. John R. Wallace sponsored this Dinner during the event. Guest Speaker the group singing of “Scots Wha Hae” by year by the for the evening was Past President and all gathered. It was a touching, respectful, Scottish Society of Tidewater, Virginia, on Society Director John R. Wallace (above), and solemn commemoration of this great‐ August 23rd at the popular BlackFinn Res‐ who presented a slide show and talk est Scottish Hero. PAGE 2 AM FEAR-GLÉIDHIDH AUTUMN 2007 CWSW in Canada: Report from Southern Ontario

By Dorothy ous years. CWS Convenor Wallace The Fergus Scottish Festival, I must say Terry Wallace Knight was outstanding! Wallace visitors came welcomes all from Carrickfergus, Michigan, Pennsyl‐ visitors and friends to the Our first vania, and N. Carolina, and as far as Espa‐ Fergus Scottish festival for nola in N. Ontario. We were delighted to Festival every 2007 was have Russ & Marcia Harper & grand‐ August. the Sarnia daughters from Lewisville, NC, Clan Wal‐ Supreme lace convenors, visit our tent. It was great The medieval Games. to meet our clan partners! This year’s Fer‐ armor was very These gus Games were in honour and in memory popular with games, of the John Allan Cameron, who died of everyone! having cancer last November. He had been Chief‐ been can‐ tain of the Fergus Games since 1985. He celled last year and a new organizing crew was known as the Godfather of Celtic mu‐ (helm). Needless to say the lassies all had taking over, it proved to be a challenge. sic in Canada. to have photo shots! He was a hit! The next Kincardine followed and it always proved morning there was a Kirkinʹ oʹ the to be quite a spectacular event, the high‐ A highlight of the day was Terry Wallace followed on Sunday at St. Andrews Pres‐ light being the weekly Saturday night pa‐ dressed in chain mail, tabard & gauntlets, byterian Church with Stupak and reception rade down Main Street, with the town’s strutting his stuff! He was a BIG hit with following. Best of all, the response to the people following. Chatham games… lots the wee laddies wanting to tryout the ʺcruiseʺ is going well. (more details on of exposure and more inquires than previ‐ Gauntlets and the chain mail head‐dress Page 8).

REMEMBERING SIR WILLIAM WALLACE: William Wallace Memorial Service Baltimore, Maryland, with our own Jim Schmelzer (pictured right), leading the ceremony. This particular statue of Sir William Wallace was designed by the same sculptor that created the one for the Wallace Monument at Stirling, Scotland. Scots from the Mid‐Atlantic states have been gathering at this site annually for many years. PAGE 3 AM FEAR-GLÉIDHIDH AUTUMN 2007 KEY CONTACTS Convenor’s Corner: Ordering Supplies

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT A reminder to The free items include many flyers that William J. Wallace all Convenors – can be displayed in your tent and handed 19326 Laurelhurst Way notify me when out to Wallaces and other visitors. These Bend, OR 97702-3192 you need any of flyers, and the four books of Wallace, are Phn: 480-644-6576 [email protected] the free, Soci‐ only available to Convenors through the ety‐ printed Clan Wallace Society. There are also EXECUTIVE VICE brochures on items that Convenors can purchase. This PRESIDENT The Book of Wal‐ group consists of the following: “Tartan Wayne Jones lace, or the color for Me” (book of ), Wal‐ 108 Jefferson Village Dr. Ranson, WV 25438-5621 CWSW Market‐ lace Tartan tablecloth, the red Wallace 304-725-0414 ing Brochure, Banner, St. Andrews flag, Wayne The Clan Wallace Clan Map of Scotland, and Sir William [email protected] Society ‐ World‐ Wallace prints (portraits). These items are

wide. When these supplies are needed, available only to Clan Wallace Convenors. SECRETARY

Kay Fulfs Cayler you can contact me by e‐mail at jrwal‐ 510 Spruce St [email protected], snail mail me at 3005 You can check the recent update to the Dixon, CA 95620-3742 Ridge Pass Road, Little Rock, AR 72227‐ Convenor Handbook to make sure that Phn: 707-678-2448 2123, or call me on 501‐227‐7116. you have the latest list of handouts. I will [email protected] continue to keep Convenors appraised of

If you are a Clan Wallace Society member any updated information on Convenor Kit GLEIDHIDH EDITOR Tom E.S. Wallace and have been considering convening, we items and new flyers as they are devel‐ 50 Cavalier Drive offer a Convenor Kit to help you get oped and added to the Convenor Kit. Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia started. The Kit has been separated into Canada B4C 3K3 items that are free, and those that are Best regards, Phn: 902-252-2653 available at cost. If you will provide me Jean R. Wallace, Director [email protected] with your e‐mail address, I will send you Convenor’s Affairs ASSOCIATE EDITOR a listing of the Convenor Kit contents. Marcus (Jim) Wallace, Jr. 3200 Blake St Corinth, TX 76210-1602 Clan Wallace Rewards Program Phn: 940-321-3067 [email protected] Since the last report in The Guardian, the Russell Harper of Lewisville, NC

Society has received several additional For an additional $100.00 donation, which CONVENORS’ AFFAIRS donations to our Rewards Program. The Jean R. Wallace brings his total accountable contributions 3005 Ridge Pass Rd President and the Board of Directors of to $400.00, enroute to the Circle of the Little Rock, AR 72227-2123 Clan Wallace Society Worldwide extends Saltire. Phn: 501-227-7116 its best “Thank You” and its deepest ap‐ [email protected] preciation to the following donors, who Thanks to all for their continued dedica‐

are credited with contributions towards MEMBERSHIP CHAIR tion and support of the Society and its Charles M. Wallace next level Rewards: important projects. 3464 N Beechwood Dr Macon, GA 31210-2304 Marcus J. Wallace Jr. of Corinth, TX All persons, whether members of the Soci‐ Phn: 478-471-7489 For an additional $500.00 donation, which ety or not, may participate in this impor‐ [email protected] brings his total accountable contributions tant Rewards Program and receive the WEBMASTER to $3000.00, enroute to the Circle of Sir uniquely designed pins, medals, and me‐ Jim “Bowie” Wallace William Wallace. dallions that represent their tax‐exempt Bowie, MD donations. Information on how to get [email protected] Marcia Harper of Lewisville, NC involved is found on the Website at

For an additional $100.00 donation, which www.clanwallace.org or by contacting: www. brings her total accountable contributions to $700.00, enroute to the Circle of the John R. Wallace clanwallace. Knight. CWSW Rewards Program org 4327 Gadwall Place Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23462‐4810 PAGE 4 AM FEAR-GLÉIDHIDH AUTUMN 2007 The Flowers of the Forest Road Less Traveled

Dr. Dean Rae (Skip) Berg Dr. Robert E. H. Puntenney By Bob Wallace Edmonds, WA (1956‐2007) McMinnville, OR (1917 ‐ 2007) By Director Jim “Bowie” Wallace While it may not seem like it, time has Robert E. H. Puntenney, M.D., a great sup‐ been flying by since our last visit to Scot‐ Clan Wallace Councilman Dr. Skip Berg porter of the Clan Wallace Society and land in 2005, commemorating the execu‐ passed away the night of 11 August 2007, Scottish History, passed away suddenly at tion of Sir William Wallace by the Eng‐ of a sudden heart attack. He was 51. his home in McMinnville, OR, on January lish in August of 1305. Two dozen Clan He leaves loving wife of 20 years, Kathy, 1, 2007. He was 89 years old. Wallace Society members traveled and brother Neal Berg of Florida. He was through the Highlands for a week, stop‐ a Doctor of Silviculture (Forestry Man‐ He was born in Holly, CO on September 7, ping at Abernethy for the Games in that agement.) while doing what he liked to 1917, to Elma Grace Wallace Puntenney small town not too distant from Inver‐ do ‐ dancing at an outdoor 60s RnR con‐ and Francis Herbert Puntenney. His ness. cert. Skip was one of 12 first cousins of mother, a Wallace by birth, immigrated to CWS Director Jim “Bowie” Wallace. America directly from Scotland. He at‐ During our second week, more than 50 of tended Drake University in Des Moines, us, in coach and cars, traveled the central “I helped my Cousins Darrell Wallace Iowa. He then went on to earn his medical belt between Glasgow and Edinburgh, and Skip Berg set up and convened the degree from the University of Kansas and from the Wallace home in Elderslie to PNW Games in Enumclaw, WA in 2006 a specialty in Urology at UCLA in Califor‐ Stirling Castle and the Stirling Museum which they convened again in July 2007. nia. From there he held multiple teaching to the Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Cas‐ See Dean Rae Berg Memorial (1956‐2007) positions at UCLA, Stanford University, tle, then up to for the parade on flickr.com. “Here is an impromptu University of Iowa, and University of Ne‐ and ceremony beneath the Wallace photo memorial of Skipʹs life, an extraor‐ braska medical schools. In these positions Monument on School Hill, including a dinary brother and eco‐warrior. The he was the recipient of numerous profes‐ group of Clan Irvine members from the childhood photos were taken by his lov‐ sional medical awards and service com‐ U.S., and a group of “Vikings” in their ing and surviving father Don, while the mendations. He served in the Navy from ancient garb from the Shetland Islands. later photos have come from family, 1942 to 1953, entering the service at the friends and me. Kathy, his wife has just beginning of World War II as an enlisted A good portion of that second week was begun the planning stages of a formal man. Soon he was promoted to an officer devoted to Sir William Wallace for what celebration for the last weekend of Sep‐ and rose through those ranks as well. In should be obvious reasons. We covered tember in Seattle.” ‐ Neal Berg 1952 he married Rosemarie Daniels and as many Wallace areas as was possible to began raising a family. Prior to his retire‐ fit into that second week of visiting Scot‐ ment in 1978, he accepted a position with land in 2005. Unfortunately, we didnʹt the Veterans Administration Hospitals as a get all the Wallace‐related sites into that Chief of Staff dedicated to improving the 2005 schedule as we may have wanted, services provided to military veter‐ thus another tour is in the works, a tour ans. After retirement, he continued with covering the area south of Scotlandʹs active participation in the Veterans of For‐ central belt. eign Wars (VFW) and the American Le‐ gion. His personal beliefs held an ex‐ In the planning stage still at this moment, tremely strong dedication not only to his we expect to spend a day at the Highland total family, but also to his heritage and he Games in Peebles, visit Lanark and New passed that on to his children. His son, Lanark, the Border Abbeys, Ettrick For‐ Robert A. Puntenney, had the pleasure of est, and near the end of next yearʹs tour, enrolling him as a Life Member in Clan a stop at the Barns of Ayr. While this Wallace in September 1998, in tribute to portion of such a tour alone covers a his Wallace heritage, of which he had a good portion of Southern Scotland, there Darrell Wallace (L) and Skip Berg (R) very strong pride. is much more!

Next yearʹs tour also includes a number PLEASE SUBMIT ALL OF YOUR He is survived by his wife, 4 sons, 1 ARTICLES, NEWS, AND daughter, 13 grandchildren, and seven of sites tied to Scotlandʹs favorite poet, “FLOWERS OF THE FOREST “ great‐grandchildren. He was dearly loved Robert Burns. We expect to visit his ELECTRONICALLY TO by both his family and his medical pa‐ birthplace; the home where he lived later [email protected]. tients, and will be deeply missed by all. (Continued on page 6) PAGE 5 AM FEAR-GLÉIDHIDH AUTUMN 2007 The Road Well Traveled McLain Festival, PA

By Lois & Bob Wallace week in Williamsburg and weʹll be back on By Richard Wallis the Interstate heading for Nevada. At least once in oneʹs lifetime a vacation On the Labor Day Weekend, everyone trip ought to be undertaken that takes you As you might imagine, it takes more than a should come to the McLain Scottish Festi‐ nearly from sea to shining sea to see what few moments of time to put a trip of this val at Carlisle, PA. this nation is all about outside the major magnitude together. Over several evenings cities. Such a trip is about to commence on in the last few weeks weʹve sat down and The day started with the Zembo Temple the last day of August of 2007 when Lois looked at our Road Atlas 2007, checked our Highlander Pipe Band which led a pro‐ and I tow our fifth‐wheel trailer from our Trailer Life magazine for RV sites at vari‐ cession of the twelve clans in attendance, home in Dayton, Nevada to the Scottish ous locations where we plan to stay over‐ through the grounds from the perform‐ Games in Pleasanton, CA, for Labor Day. night during our trek across the numerous ance area onto the athletic field where the ranges in the Great Basin states of Nevada National Anthem was sung by Charlie On the official Labor Day holiday weʹll do and Utah, over the high plains of Wyo‐ Zahm, and a prayer was said. Through‐ those chores one does to prep for a five‐ ming, then across the plains states of Ne‐ out the day one had the opportunity to week trip across this nation, en route to braska, Iowa and Illinois on our way to watch two Irish dance school troupes, a visiting family in Michigan for about two Michigan. Oh, and the occasional fueling Scottish Country dancers, six singers/ weeks; cross the border into Ontario, for a station to top off the truck every few hun‐ performers, sheep herding, the Highland genealogy fair in Simcoe, ON; then back dred miles. For those attending the Wil‐ Athletics, and a “Bonnie Knees” con‐ across the border at Buffalo, New York on liamsburg Gathering, we are sure to have a test. The as always was our way to this yearʹs Clan Wallace Society few stories to share. the centerpiece of entertainment with big Gathering in Williamsburg, VA. Nearly a strapping lads with great strength and endurance to compete all day long with only short breaks between. Clan Wallace Wallaces In The “Land O’ Lincoln” had a front row seat as our tent happened to be placed a short distance away from joined the Society and the field. I can assure you I was glad that volunteered to con‐ the athletes had great control over the vene and to assist various hammer throws (photo below), with manning the caber tosses, and more! CWS tent.

One 85 year old Scots‐ man from near Edin‐ burgh named William Wallace said “You made my day!” Well he made ours, too. This was the first CWS tent at the event. We (Norma & L‐R: June Wallace Acheson, Jim Rolain, Bill J. Wallace, Peter Aishton Bill) accomplished (Potential Oak Brook Convenor) Norma Wallace in the Parade of Clans. some firsts for us. There was a nice flow of people all day By Norma & Bill J. Wallace going from event to show, and I met a lot We sent out press releases to several sub‐ of nice people and potential members. In What a great event! The Saint Andrew urban newspapers. As a result Bill was fact, I can announce that The Clan Wal‐ Society does a superb job of organizing interviewed by a reporter for a story and lace Society has a new Life Member in and running the games. Staff and officers papers ran the press release. William Sloane. Jim Schmelzer and were unfailingly helpful to us strangers Wayne Jones stopped by, as did Dale and from Oregon. Temperatures in the upper We purchased an ad in the games pro‐ Susan Leppard, and even President Bill 80s didn’t keep visitors away. gram similar to one used in Tucson, AZ. Wallace and Norma. There were many Our ad received positive comment from great stories and jokes told as is always We were so gratified to hear Wallaces say, several visitors to our tent. This was a the case when you get a bunch of CWS “We look for a Wallace tent every year; we very good time, and it was wonderful to members together. It was a great time. are so glad you are here.” Wallace’s be with family. PAGE 6 AM FEAR-GLÉIDHIDH AUTUMN 2007 Braving the Hearth: Fall Harvest

By Lisa Deiss Beat cream cheese and sugar in mixing into sections when done. Split, butter and bowl until smooth. Add pumpkin, spices, serve hot. Dust tops with sugar. “May your laugh, orange rind and beat well. Cover and chill your love and your for 8 hours. Serve as a dip with ginger‐ Miss Mary’s snaps, sliced apples and/or pears. wine be plenty, Sweet Potato Pudding 1 small can evaporated milk thus your happi‐ Spiced Apple Scones 2 cups sugar ness will be noth‐ 1 ¼ cup flour 4 cups grated sweet potato ing less.” 1 tsp baking powder 4 eggs ¾ tsp salt ½ tsp salt

3 Tbsp butter 3 ½ cups milk Pumpkin Pie Dip 2/3 cup milk ½ stick butter, melted 1 pkg. 8 oz. cream cheese, softened ½ cup sugar 1 tbsp vanilla extract 1 can pumpkin pie filling (not puree) 1 tbsp apple pie spice 2 cups Confectioners Sugar 1 cup minced apples Combine all ingredients and pour into ½ tsp. cinnamon 1 beaten egg lightly greased 9x13x2 pan and cook at 350 ½ tsp. ground ginger for 1 hour. Cool on wire rack. 1 tsp. orange zest (optional) Mix all ingredients well and place in a flat greased pan. Bake 25 minutes at 450. Cut Enjoy! Slainte mhath!

Team Wallace Wins 12th Consecutive Tug-of-War at Glasgow

Early June is a particularly beautiful time tish descent citizens who band together to 2005’s Wallace 700 Ceremonies in Aber‐ of year in the hills of Glasgow, Kentucky jointly sponsor what is probably the best deen, Scotland, David Irvine, the 26th Baron where this year the 22nd Annual Games and and most comprehensive Highland Games of Drum, accompanied by his lovely wife Festival were held at Barren River State in the Midwest. Highlighting the event is Carolyn, will be the Chief of the Games. Resort Park. The fields were filled with the Clan Tug‐of‐War Challenge, won again 2008 will be something special at Glasgow. colorful Clan Tents, resounding Pipe this year for the 12th consecutive year by Plan to be there! Bands, sweating Athletes, Merchants ply‐ the Clan Wallace Team, led by Convenor ing their wares; all in a setting surrounded Tim Young, and of course, the Alice Wal‐ (Continued from page 4) by the sounds and smells of wonderful lace Young Children’s Tug‐of‐War in his life; a dinner in Burnsʹ favorite Celtic Entertainment and Celtic Food. Each (sponsored by Clan Wallace in honor of pub, including haggis and Scotch for year this exceptional event is put on by the Tim’s deceased mother, Alice) where the those of the proper age, and a piper; and City of Glasgow Family, made up of Scot‐ children annually “out‐pull” and humiliate a special tour with a local guide special‐ the Clan Wallace Team. izing in Burns history. Needless to say, a good time was had by all. This A few details are still being worked out four day gathering drew at the moment. Brochures will be forth‐ guests from all over the coming shortly with as much informa‐ country and every day tion as we can include therein. For those was filled with excellent who enjoyed the Wallace Commemora‐ competitions, shopping tion Tour in 2005, this tour set for Sep‐ opportunities, and many tember of 2008 looks to be every bit as social events; all planned enjoyable, seeing different parts of Scot‐ to make each visitor glad land. If you didnʹt get the opportunity to to be a part of the whole travel with us in 2005, we look forward affair. The Clan Wallace to seeing you in Scotland in 2008! This is Tent area was filled with not one of our International gatherings. clansmen at all times, a If you would like additional details on credit to Host Tim and his next yearʹs Scotland visit, contact me at 2007 Tug‐of‐War Champs: Team Wallace with Tim Young (foreground) family. In 2008 Clan Wal‐ bob‐[email protected] or call 775‐246‐ and Capt. John Wallace (far right). Congratulations to all! lace’s good friends from 8316. PAGE 7 AM FEAR-GLÉIDHIDH AUTUMN 2007 Arizona Celtic Festival a Smash Hit for Clan Wallace

Clan Wallace was very adequately repre‐ sented on July 21‐22, 2007 at the Flagstaff, Arizona Celtic Festival with their double tent presentation. Convenors were How‐ ard Sloane and son, Ari from Tucson and William H. Wallace and son Wm. Hamilton Wallace, Jr. from the Phoenix area. They were ably assisted by Ari’s wife Dawn and Howard’s daughter Rayna Sloane, plus Anna Wallace Cocklin and husband Hu, from Prescott.

All went well Saturday until just before noon when a hard rain came upon us. It stopped long enough for the opening cere‐ mony, so the march on of Clans and bands could take place. Mid afternoon brought more rain plus hail, but with our tarps to cover the tables, nothing was damaged. Hamilton Wallace, Howard Sloane and William “Bill” Wallace at Flagstaff, AZ, 21‐22 July 2007. We had lots of visitors in our two tents during the rains but not many interested in attendance was below last year with the be there next year. Besides it gets us out of Wallace. Sunday’s weather was fine weather to blame. We always enjoy the 105‐115 degree weather into 75‐80 degree though very threatening at times with only Flagstaff Celtic Festival and the very nice temperatures at 7,000 feet elevation. a few drops at take down time. We felt the people on their festival committee. We’ll

Remembering Scotland’s First New World Colony (1629—1632)

In July 1629, Scotland established its first the site of present‐day Fort Anne National ment — which happened to be constructed North American colony at present‐day Historic Site. Clan Wallace had the distinc‐ of sandstone quarried at Wallace, Nova Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia. It is signifi‐ tion of leading a parade through Annapolis Scotia — there was a public barbecue, an cant because the Order of the Baronets of Royal, that included the Canadian Armed open‐air concert, and exhibitions of High‐ Nova Scotia was created by King James I & Forces Pipes and Drums (14 Wing CFB land and traditional 17th century Scottish VI as a way to fund colonial expansion into Greenwood,) two color parties, Sea Cadets, dancing. North America. Parks Canada, representatives from vari‐ ous Scottish and Acadian societies, and For more info on Charlesfort and the Inter‐ The Charlesfort Colony, named for James’ dignitaries from all levels of government. national Gatherings of the Clans, visit successor, Charles I, was the first capital of Following the unveiling of the new monu‐ www.scotsns.ca or www.igc2007.ca. “New Scotland.” Through the 1620’s, colo‐ nial promoter Sir William Alexander dreamed that Nova Scotia would be Scot‐ landʹs response to Englandʹs Virginia and Massachusetts Bay colonies. International politics, however, doomed the venture when Nova Scotia was ceded to France in 1632, and the Colonial Office gave pre‐ cendence and resources to the English colo‐ nies farther south. The removal of the Scots paved the way for French colonial expansion in Atlantic Canada. The Aca‐ dians are the ancestors of today’s American “Cajun” communities. Tom E.S. Wallace (R) with Hon. David Morse, NS Minister of Natural Resources (L), and Marie‐Colombe Robichaud (C) from the Acadian Heritage Society unveil a new Charlesfort Memorial at Annapolis Royal, Archeological research in the 1990’s proved NS, on August 14th. Coincidentally, this monument is made from sandstone quarried at Wallace, NS. that the short‐lived Charlesfort existed on PAGE 8 AM FEAR-GLÉIDHIDH AUTUMN 2007 the Clan Wallace Caribbean Cruise: Feb 27—Mar 6, 2008

Convenor Dorothy Knight of Woodslee Ontario informs us of a cruise to relieve the stress of winter.

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Enumclaw, WA July, despite health challenges to long‐time GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENT Clan Wallace convenors Jeani Johnson and 2009 CWS Gathering Committee Julie Davidson. Over fifty Wallaces

Clan Wallace retained its traditional pres‐ stopped by to visit the clan tent on July 27‐ President Bill J. Wallace and the Board of ence at the 61st Annual Pacific Northwest 28, many signing a greeting card to Jeani Directors have given CWS Treasurer Bob Highland Games in Enumclaw, WA, in late and Julie at the same time. Wallace of Dayton, NV, ownership of a

sub‐committee to research venues for the Wallaces wearing clan tartan participated 2009 International Gathering of Clan in the Parade of the Clans both days, and Wallace. enjoyed a visit by the Chief of the Games

Chuck Cook, who is credited with official Ben Howard of Chandler, AZ; Carmen recognition of Tartan Day in Washington Wallace of Red Deer, Alberta; and State. All agreed that the massed bands, Garrett Whiteside of Herndon, VA; also which featured twenty different pipe serve on the committee. bands in five grades, was most impressive.

This committee will report its short list Missing from the picture is co‐convenor of recommended sites for 2009. Dr. Skip Berg who has since passed away

(cf. Flowers of the Forest, Page 4.) For more information, contact Bob Wal‐ Jeanne Wallace, Chuck Cook, Darrell Wallace and Lori Wallace at Enumclaw, WA, Highland Games. lace directly at bob‐[email protected].