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Forsyth Notes, Issue 3 FORSYTH NOTES Welcome to the third issue of “ Forsyth Notes ”. If you missed an earlier issue of Forsyth Notes , send us an e-mail, and we will immediately forward a copy of the missed Issue to you, or visit http://forsythe.d2g.com , and click on “Forsyth Notes” in the left navigation frame to access back issues. If you prefer not to receive Forsyth Notes , simply reply to this e-mail with REMOVE in the subject line, and you will be immediately removed from our mailing list. Please reply with any suggestions that you would like to be considered for inclusion in Forsyth Notes . If you know a Forsyth who did not receive a copy of this e-mailing, and who would like to be included, drop us a note, and they will be added to our mailing list. All comments, suggestions, or criticisms will be appreciated. Who am I? In the early 1300’s, when the English invaded Scotland and were going to destroy the walls of Dykes, the king called for some one to stop the raid until he had time to mass his forces. I volunteered, and succeeded in stopping the English with less than four hundred men. As a reward of my service to the king, the motto Instaurator Ruinae (Restorer of the Ruins) was approved and granted to my family for its invaluable services at the battle of Dykes. I built Castle Dykes around 1350, and became feudal Baron of Dykes and the first lord of Castle Dykes. My family occupied Dykes for two and three-quarter centuries. Who am I? (See Answer Below.) A Wee Bit of Scottish Humour After discovering that they had won 15 million pounds in the Lottery, Mr. and Mrs. Forsyth sat down to discuss their future. Mrs. Forsyth announced, "After twenty years of washing other people's stairs, I can throw my old scrubbing brush away at last." Her husband agreed - "Of course you can, hen. We can easily afford to buy you a new one now." It is said that all Scots have a sense of humour - because it is a free gift! Share the gift with our cousins. Let’s Have Another Family Reunion in Scotland In 1999, we attended the First Clan Forsyth Worldwide Reunion in Scotland. We met Forsyths from the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, England, and Scotland. Everyone had a terrific time. You can see photographs of the 1999 Reunion trip at http://forsythe.d2g.com/clanforsyth/Reunion.html . We are currently planning a 2003 Clan Forsyth Reunion in Scotland. Would you like to participate in the 2003 Reunion? If so, please send us an e-mail verifying your desire to participate in the 2003 Clan Forsyth Worldwide Reunion. Be sure to include your name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address. We are in the planning stages, and are seeking your input regarding what you would like to see, where you would like to go, and what you would like to do. All suggestions will be appreciated. You may visit our Reunion Message Board at http://members2.boardhost.com/clanforsyth/ for some suggested activities and/or to leave a message. Support a Forsyth Tent Near You Your cousins of Clan Forsyth Society are hosting Clan Forsyth tents at the following locations in August and September. August 11-12, 2001 Colorado Highland Games and Scottish Festival Highland Ranch, Colorado Hosted by National President - Dale M. Sandusky recognized representative of the Clan Chief of Forsyth in the U.S.A. August 18, 2001 Ben Lomand Memorial Highland Games Ogden, Utah Hosted by Utah Representative - Doreane Sandusky Corrin Honored as Chieftain of the Day will be President Dale M. Sandusky of Clan Forsyth August 18, 2001 Maine Highland Games Brunswick, Maine Hosted by Maine Representative - David J. Forsyth September 1-2, 2001 Pleasanton Scottish Festival and Highland Games Pleasanton, California Hosted by Vice President - Robert W. Forsyth September 8, 2001 Ligonier Highland Festival and Games Ligonier, Pennsylvania Hosted by Eastern Regional Representative - William Forsyth, Jr. September 7-9, 2001 Longs Peak Highland Festival and Games Estes Park, Colorado Hosted by National President - Dale M. Sandusky recognized representative of the Clan Chief of Forsyth for U.S.A. Clan Forsyth will be one of the honored clans this year September 14-16, 2001 Evergreen Scottish Heritage Celebration and Clanjamfry Memphis, Tennessee Hosted by Tennessee Representative - James H. Forsythe September 22, 2001 Boise Scottish Festival Garden City, Idaho Hosted by National President - Dale M. Sandusky recognized representative of the Clan Chief of Forsyth for U.S.A. Make plans now to attend your State and Regional Scottish festivities, and to support your local Clan Forsyth Representative. Any assistance that you provide to your Representative will be greatly appreciated. Show your Forsyth pride. Closing Answer to Who Am I? Robert de Forsyth II , one of the great military leaders of Scotland, who later became the governor of Stirling Castle about 1360 . It has been said that there are only two kinds of people in this world—those who are Scottish, and those who wish they were Scottish. Take pride in your Scottish heritage and in the distinguished name of Forsyth. Be sure to regularly visit our official Clan Forsyth Society of the USA web site at http://alt.xmission.com/~forsyth . Jim Forsythe Clan Forsyth Society of the USA James H. Forsythe Mid-Eastern Regional Director Tennessee State Representative 6410 Poplar Avenue, Suite 130 Memphis, Tennessee 38119 Phone: (901) 767-0057 or (901) 763-0057 Fax: (901) 767-0927 E-Mail: [email protected] Web: http://forsythe.d2g.com/clanforsyth .
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