Three Members of Ft. Hawkins Camp Presented the Bennington Flag During the Annual Scottish Rite Flag Program

September - October 2007 VOL. 84, #5

Three members of Ft. Hawkins Camp presented the Bennington Flag during the Annual Scottish Rite Flag Program. 2 THE SOJOURNER SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF NATIONAL LINE OFFICERS NATIONAL PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE NATIONAL SOJOURNERS, JUNE 2007-JUNE 2008 INCORPORATED PRESIDENT THE SOJOURNER (USPS 500-620) is CAPT James E. Vann published bi-monthly for $3.00 per year by 3742 Reston Court National Sojourners, Inc., a non-profit or- Wilmington, NC 28403-6177 ganization, 8301 East Boulevard Drive, Al- 910-350-0666 exandria, VA 22308-1399-26. Periodicals Email: [email protected] Postage Paid at Alexandria, VA and at additional mailing offices. Date of Mailings: PRESIDENT-ELECT I invite you to take a trip with me….. August, October, December, February, April LTC Joseph H. Baker, Jr. And, oh, the places you’ll go! and June. 238 Fendler Parkway Several years ago, at the St. Louis Na- POSTMASTER: Send address changes Pineville, LA 71360-4728 tional Convention, I had the opportunity to to THE SOJOURNER, 8301 East Boulevard 318-448-0501 travel to the magnificent arch, the Gateway Drive, Alexandria, VA 22308-1399-26. FAX: 318-433-7056 to the West. It is truly an inspiring, archi- PUBLISHER: National Sojourners, Incor- Email: [email protected] tectural feat, in its beauty and majesty. porated. Under the arch and underground is an EDITOR: NELSON O. NEWCOMBE, Na- FIRST VICE PRESIDENT equally magnificent museum, depicting the tional Secretary, 703-765-5000. 1LT Frederick B. Vihovde inspiring history of the westward movement Names and addresses included in this 2162 Water Lilly Lane of our great nation. publication shall not be released for any Eagan, MN 55122-1931 Of particular interest is the exhibit of commercial or charitable enterprise with- 651-808-9229 Brothers Meriwether Lewis and William out the express written authority of National Email: [email protected] Clark, twenty-nine and thirty-three year old Sojourners, Incorporated. Masons, respectively, leading a small “The opinions or assertions contained SECOND VICE PRESIDENT cadre of men, an expedition, sent by Presi- herein, unless otherwise noted, are the LTC Harry E. Sanders, Jr. dent Jefferson, to open up the West. private ones of the writers and are not to 5923 Clermont Landing Court After two years of battling nearly insur- be construed as official or reflecting the Burke, VA 22015-2566 mountable problems – hunger, fatigue, views of National Sojourners, Inc., or any 703-978-0421 desertion, hostile enemies, severe illness branch of the Federal Government.” Email: [email protected] and death – Lewis and Clark and their party reached the headwaters of the Missouri THIRD VICE PRESIDENT River. The advanced scouting reports led PURPOSES LTC William G.L. 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He was sure that when for assisting such as may be overtaken by 703-765-5000 he looked over the bluffs, he would see the adversity or affliction, for cultivating Masonic FAX: 703-765-8390 waters that would carry them the rest of the ideals, for supporting all patriotic aims and Email: [email protected] way. Imagine what he felt when, rather than activities in Masonry, for developing true National Sojourners Website: seeing a gentle, sloping valley, he gazed Patriotism and Americanism throughout www.nationalsojourners.org upon the majestic, rugged, and mammoth the Nation, for bringing together represen- Rocky Mountains! And in doing so, he be- tatives of the uniformed forces of the United CHAPLAIN came the first non-Native American to see States (past and present) in a united effort LTC Ira M. Flax those immense peaks. to further the military need of national de- 3519 Kingshill Road What do we do when we think our big- fense, and for opposing any influence what- Birmingham, AL 35223 gest problems are behind us, only to find soever calculated to weaken the national 205-612-5838 out that we have just been warming up? security. Email: [email protected] How do we rally the troops? Eventually, the crossing of the Rocky NATIONAL COMMANDER Mountains would become the supreme Referencing previous is- CWO David C. Warburton achievement of the entire trip, for it would sue in the new members, 834 Lordshill bring out from each of them enormous please make note the correct St. Louis, MO 63119-5457 courage and perseverance, because when spelling of the new member 314-961-4748 they had conquered the Rocky Mountains, is Mr. John M. Kriesel. Email: [email protected] they knew that they would then conquer anything. And this, my brothers, seems like the SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007 THE SOJOURNER 3 perfect story with which to begin this col- And when you’re in a slump … you’re My brothers, I present to you, and to each umn, when, after years of continuous ser- not in for much fun … of you, these few words by Longfellow, vice, National Sojourners finds itself en- For un-slumping yourself is not easily which I fervently hope you will read care- gaged in discussions between brothers, done. fully and take unto yourselves: involved in strongly-held positions be- You will come to a place where the Lives of all great men remind us tween brothers who have become so streets are not marked. We can make our lives sublime, caught up in their own beliefs that they tend Some windows are lighted … but mostly And, departing, leave behind us to forget their promises to whisper wise they’re darked. Footprints on the sands of time: counsel in the ear of erring brothers, not (It’s) a place you could sprain both your Footprints, that perhaps another, to speak evil of their good names, and to elbow and chin! Sailing o’er life’s solemn main, aid, support and protect each other. Do you dare stay out? Do you dare to go A forlorn and shipwrecked brother, And so, on this day, with so many opin? Seeing, shall take heart again. portunities and so many challenges pre- How much can you lose? How much can Let us, then be up and doing, senting themselves to Masonry, like you win? With a heart for any fate; Meriwether Lewis, I feel a sense of excite- And IF you go in, should you turn left or Still achieving, still pursuing, ment and anticipation as you and I stand right… Learn to labor and to wait. one step away from looking over the bluff, Or right-and-three-quarters? Or maybe, Again, we find ourselves at The Waiting and as we take the next step forward, we not quite? Place, and my prayer for you and for every can see that although we have climbed Or go around back and sneak in from Sojourner wherever he might be…is that one mountain, a whole range of moun- behind? we might be gripped by the power, the pres- tains looms before us. Simple, it’s not, I’m afraid you will find, ence, and the purpose of Freemasonry in I see Lewis and Clark … and I see every For a mind-maker-upper to make up his its truest form…so that wherever we go Sojourner everywhere … in the same boat mind. and whatever we do… we will change the … asking the same questions: You can get so confused that you’ll start world for the better and for God. Where do we go from here? in to race Thank you for all that you do for National What do we do from here? Down long waffled road at a break-neck- Sojourners, Inc. How do we go on from here? ing pace… God Bless You and God Bless America! Why do we go on from here? And grind on for miles across weirdish What is the purpose of our going for- wild space… ward? Headed, I fear, towards what feels like a James E. Vann Today is a day about journeys … a day most useless place. about mountains … a day about seeing The Waiting Place… challenges as opportunities … a day about For people…waiting. new beginnings for all of us. Waiting for a train to go…or a bus to I find myself reflecting on one of my fa- come…or a plane to go… vorite Dr. Seuss books, entitled, “Oh, The Or the mail to come…or the rain to go… Places You’ll Go!” It is written for adults, Or the phone to ring…or the snow to and it is certainly applicable to each of us snow… today. It is excellent reading and appropri- Or waiting around for a Yes or a No. FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, THE ate teaching, with interspersed reality. Or waiting for their hair to grow. LEADERS OF FREEMASONRY Oh, The Places You’ll Go! Everyone is just waiting. FROM AROUND THE WORLD WILL You’ll be on your way up! Waiting for the fish to bite…or waiting for GATHER IN OUR NATION’S You’ll be seeing great sights! the wind to fly a kite… CAPITAL You’ll join the high fliers who soar to high Or waiting around for Friday night… heights. Or waiting, perhaps, for their Uncle Jake, MAY 7 – 10, 2008 You won’t lag behind, because you’ll or a pot to boil… or a better break have the speed. Or a string of pearls, or a pair of pants, or The Grand Lodge of Free And Accepted You’ll pass the whole gang and you’ll a wig with curls, or Another Chance. Masons of Washington DC is proud to soon take the lead. Everyone is just… waiting. host the 9th World Conference of Grand Wherever you fly, you’ll be best of the My Brothers, it is that Waiting Place that Lodges under the theme: best. this beloved order of ours finds itself today. Wherever you go, you will top all the rest. We are waiting to see how we deal with “FREEMASONRY: UNIVERSAL Except when you don’t. the fundamental issues of real brother- FRATERNITY IN ACTION” Because, sometimes… you won’t. hood, including that of Prince Hall Masonry. I’m sorry to say so, But sadly it’s true We are waiting to see how we will deal This is an event you do not want to That bang-ups and Hang-ups can hap- with the question of NSI, CLMA, and the miss! Mark your calendar and visit pen to you. Legacy Center. www.glworldconference.org for You can get all hung up in a prickly We are waiting to see if every moral and registration and additional information. perch. social virtue will cement us into one sa- And your gang will fly on. cred band, or society of friends and broth- Fiat Lux You’ll be left in the lurch. ers, among whom no contention should You’ll come down from the lurch with an ever exist. unpleasant bump. And so, we wait, and we wait, and we And the chances are, then, that you’ll be wait. Surely, the time has come for us to in a slump. act, and to act with courage and conviction. 4 THE SOJOURNER SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

parture of Beth Specker, Vice-President of recognized for their conference inputs. The 2006-07 AMERICANISM REPORT Education, FFVF. She left the first of Au- Americanism Committee meetings were, BY: RONALD D. SORTINO, CHAIRMAN, gust for a more professionally enhancing as usual, the most heavily attended at both NATIONAL AMERICANISM COMMITTEE position as the Chief of Staff for the 1st Lady conferences. This has been corrected for of Pennsylvania. I am told she will con- the National Convention in June of 2008 in In reflecting back on this past year, its tinue to involve herself in the education Wilmington, North Carolina. The annual goals, and its accomplishments, I can only programs of that State. We will truly miss Americanism Committee breakfast at the say that the Americanism Committee is her and wish her the very best in her pro- National Convention seated over 150 alive, well and getting stronger every day. I fessional pursuits. people and was a tremendous success. have been so impressed this year with the Another program that has come a long As is the usual practice, the Committee’s enthusiasm, motivation, dedication and way in a few short years is our National two annual awards were presented. sincerity of purpose not only by our Com- Essay Contest. This is no surprise con- Brother Harry E. Sanders was the recipi- mittee members, but also by the entire or- sidering the Vice-Chairman, Essay Con- ent of the Horton-Tourtillott Award and the ganization from administrators to officers test is Brother Col. David K. Burke. Al- Anthony J. Natali Award was presented to to members of Chapters. Although new to though the quantity of essays submitted the Ft. Jackson Chapter #184. Congratu- this level of participation and my position and the number of Chapters participating lations are in order for both recipients for as Chairman, I look forward to working with are down, the quality of submissions are competition was extremely keen. Our key- such skilled and devoted professionals: It up dramatically. Perhaps, with so many note speaker this year at the breakfast was has certainly made my job easier and re- essay contests being introduced nation- Brother Floyd M. Gilbert who introduced warding, thus far. ally, by other civic/educational organiza- General Douglas MacArthur who provided I would be remiss if I did not first thank tions, ours becomes non-competitive with us with a presentation on patriotism. Well our National President, James Earl Vann such small prize amounts for 1st, 2nd, and Done, Brother Floyd!! Has anyone seen for having the trust and confidence in my 3rd places. Because of this rational, the Lt.Gen. Patton? abilities to handle, assimilate and execute National Essay Contest for 2008 will As noted in my two briefs during the two those tasks associated with being your double its prize amounts for each “place.” Conventions, my expectations, goals and/ National Americanism Committee Chair- We should now be competitive with all the or initiatives mirror that which is already man. It is certainly a change from operat- others in town. This should be our incen- ongoing within our Committee. To this end, ing at the Chapter level. For some reason, tive to “work” all the JROTC units in your the following applies: small problems seem to turn into bigger areas. Many Officer Instructors have used * Increase attendance at the Spirit of ones as they progress upward – but never our contest as an integral part of their own America Youth Conference. too big for your Americanism Committee. curriculum: The top three cadets would * Increase participation in the NS- Since we have just recently completed then have their essays forwarded, through MOWW Youth Leadership program. our annual trip to Freedom Foundation the local Sojourner Chapter, to National * Increase participation in the National Valley Forge (FFVF), we will start there. As Headquarters for consideration. What a Essay Contest. noted in past correspondence, we refer- means through which to gain access to * Enhance communications through ence this program as our premier Youth your schools. How about those students continuing development of the National Leadership Conference (YLC) and it is. that are sent to FFVF/NS-MOWW? Are they Sojourners website. But, also as previously cited, the Chapter automatically given an application sheet? * Increase participation in our JROTC/ participation. When the dust settled on Chapter reports are continuing to reflect ROTC medal program. the number of students attending this years strong community involvement and sup- * Develop a “HOW TO” Americanism pro- program, there were 71 students from port for our Sojourner programs. I thor- gram manual for Chapters. across the Nation. This number is down oughly enjoy reading all of them and am * Promote the effectiveness of establish- from last year by 12 students. Travel costs amazed at the motivation and dedication ing “Detachments.” are still the culprit. It should not, however, of our Brother members and the ingenuity * Develop Chapter boundaries, where be a deterrent to providing our students of the men behind the programs presented necessary, within each State to ensure with an “American experience of a lifetime.” to the public. We are holding fast in JROTC/ proper coverage. On the other hand, due to costs, the Na- ROTC medal presentations with over 3,000 * Establish a strong, working relation- tional Sojourners has partnered with the presented last year and Patriot of ’76 Cer- ship with Collingwood and encourage their Military Order of World Wars (MOWW) to tificates of 114 (115 the year before). Re- continued support of our Americanism pro- establish a professional youth leadership ports reveal sustained activity in Building grams. conference program patterned after the The Flag presentations, Historic Flags In closing, please do not overlook the FFVF program. Remember, it is not the presentation, Color Guards, Massing the support of our “Blue” Lodges or the impor- site, but the information presented that Colors, Folding the Flag, participation in tance of maintaining communications with supports and drives our Youth Conference parades and other civic events. For those them. They can be a tremendous source Programs. Brother Col. Andrew J. McVeigh, Chapters without a Heroes of ’76 contin- of manpower and money. Besides, sev- III Vice-Chairman, Youth Relations/Youth gent, there can be no greater thrill to a by- eral birds can be captured by a visit to a Leadership Conference has done a re- stander than see “our” flag carried by an Lodge for the purpose of an “educational” markable job in melding the two organiza- appropriately attired Continental soldier. program: Your visit may produce applica- tions and their programs into one dynamic, Our Heroes are the ceremonial unit for the tions for initiation, funding/student for our professional package. You may access Sojourners! They stand out, draw atten- FFVF/NS-MOWW programs, not least, sat- the NS-MOWW programs throughout the tion and generate interest in the organiza- isfying a “Bridge of Light” visit. It is ex- Nation by either going to the National So- tion. tremely important that we not forget that for journers web site or MOWW’s web site. A brief word about the Mid-year and Na- every year that passes, we lose one more Before going on to another topic, it is tional Conventions: Both conventions were chapter of our Nation’s history. This is with sadness that I inform you of the de- very well attended by our Chapters and compounded by evidence of our States SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007 THE SOJOURNER 5 becoming a “multi-cultured” society. We will need the support of our Fraternity to SOJOURNERS COLOR GUARD AT DFW VETERANS CEMETARY continue pursuit of our Americanism pro- JACKSONVILLE FLAG DAY grams in the future.

INSTALLATION WITH BOL

In ceremonies conducted 14 July 2007, the mystical Bridge of Light was in evidence as members of Brazos Valley Chap- ter #378 and Sul Ross Camp of Heroes of ’76 participated in the 153rd installation of officers for Planters Lodge No. 147, Audie Leon Murphy #112 and Goliad AF&AM, Plantersville, TX. Past Chapter Camp Heroes of ’76 had the honor of plac- President and Past Camp Commander, ing a monument in the DFW Veterans Bro. Bob Epps, PDDGM, was Installing Cemetery. This Cemetery was started Officer. Bro. Nick Combs, PDDGM, was seven years ago, now is the resting place Installing Marshall. The Patriotic Color A Heroes of ’76 unit from Andrew Jack- of over 14,000 Veterans. As you can see Guard was led by Bro. Roy I. Smith, Jr., son Camp and Northeast Florida Chapter from the pictures, the monument recog- PDDGM, Commander, Sul Ross Camp of #435, National Sojourners, provided the nizes Audie Leon Murphy, the most deco- Heroes of ’76 and National Sojourner Re- uniformed Color Guard for Flag Day Cer- rated soldier in World War II, the National gional Representative. emonies, which were sponsored by the Sojourners, Heroes of ’76 and Masons Scottish Rite Masons at Hemming Plaza with the only Square and Compass n the in Downtown Jacksonville on June 14, Cemetery. 2007. The ceremonies held near the Federal Courthouse, included patriotic music by the U.S. Navy Band, a Toast to the Flag, the Pledge of Allegiance, the Star Spangled Banner, Taps, a 21-Gun Salute by the Jack- L-r, front row are: Bros. Lt. Bob Smith, sonville Sheriff’s Office, and a speech by Col. Henry Hill (A Toast to the Flag), MSgt Captain Denver Key, U.S. Navy, Retired, a Nick Combs, BM2 W. L. Wallingford, Wor- former P.O.W. In addition to some 150- shipful Master Mark Salmon, Col. Roy I. 200 Masons in attendance, there were Smith Jr., and LTC E. L. “Sandy” Sanders. groups of the IBEW, Iron Workers, Carpen- In the rear are Bros. Maj. Tom Jordan and ters, VFW, American Legion, Morocco Past Grand Master of Texas Fred E. Allen Maj. Bob Epps. Sojourners not pictured Shrine, York Rite Masons, Prince Hall Free- in his regalia who was also Charter Presi- who participated in the ceremony were Rt. masonry, the U.S. Military, Boy Scouts, the dent of Audie Leon Murphy Chapter and Worshipful Robert S. Cohen DDGM, Install- Jacksonville Fire Department and more. Charter Commander of Goliad Camp. ing Master of Ceremonies and retiring American flags were provided to all par- Admiral Lester Robert Smith USN Retired, lodge Master Randal Smallwood. More ticipants to keep and display or wave dur- Past President and Past Commander, than 90 Masons, family members and ing the celebration. Wendell P. Miller, Current President and guests were in attendance. James Robert Hurt, Current Commander. We feel National Sojourners should have a monument in every Cemetery. The cost is very nominal compared to the pub- WILMINGTON ‘08 licity that it would bring the organization.

Come to Wilmington, NC for the ’08 National Convention. There is much to do and things to see. For example, we take sports seriously by having pro- duced: Michael Jordan (UNC and Chi- cago Bulls); Sonny Jurgensen (Duke and Washington Redskins); Roman Gabriel (NCState, L.A. Rams and Philly Eagles); Trot Nixon (Boston Red Sox Brothers Floyd M. Gilbert, PNP/LOH and Cleveland Indians); Meadowlark and John C. Cole collected $796.20 Lemon (Harlem Globetrotters); Sugar Pictured here are the Color Guard at rest, for the SEM Fund during the June Ray Leonard (WBA champion); Althea and presenting the United States Flag at 2007 National Convention. This Gibson (Wimbledon Champion). the opening ceremonies. L-r: Daniel W. brings the total donations received Breckenridge, 33°, 3rd V.P.; C. Robert Coo- from National Conventions and Mid- per, President; and Robert Rouse. It was Winter Meetings to $8,108.76. a great day for love of country and pride in Thank you! “Old Glory”. 6 THE SOJOURNER SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

By scheduling the presenters in this RECOGNIZING ROTC manner, the most efficient use of limited A MESSAGE FROM THE IMPERIAL manpower is utilized. Had more present- POTENTATE The National Sojourners, Inc. and the ers been available, two each of four pre- Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Free- senters could have easily traveled together Hello Nobles! The year sure is going by masonry, Southern Jurisdiction, U.S.A., to these venues and shared in one quickly! It’s already spring, which is such both have similar Americanism Programs another’s company and enjoyment, in the a beautiful time of year all across North in recognizing outstanding Junior and process. If you would like to be a part of America! April, like every other month, was Senior Reserve Officer Training Corp the Americanism Program for the National full of travels, visits and meetings. The (ROTC) Cadets. The similarity is that each Sojourners and/or the Scottish Rite in your most important was the meeting of the Joint organization presents a Certificate and area, get in contact with you local NS Chap- Boards of Shriners of North America and Medal to such Cadets at their Military ter Secretary or SR Masonic Center Office Shriners Hospitals for Children, where Awards Ceremony held at the end of the and let them know. Here is your chance to many important decisions and commit- school year. There are ROTC Units for all become a working member for your orga- ments affecting the future direction of our branches of military service. The Junior nization in a most easy and enjoyable way. great organizations were made. ROTC are High School students and the Elaine and I had the pleasure of visiting Senior ROTC are University students. our Honolulu hospital, where it was our Many of the Junior Cadets go on to col- COLORADO DEPUTY GRAND MASTER privilege to participate in the kickoff of lege and continue their ROTC program or INITIATED Shriners’ first-ever capital campaign – “Ev- go directly into military service where their ery Step is a Victory” – to raise funds for a ROTC education is highly recognized for Colorado Deputy Grand Master John replacement hospital. The kickoff was their leadership potential. The Senior (Jack) R. McConnell was recently initiated quite impressive and included a dove re- Cadets get a direct commission as 1st into National Sojourners Pikes Peak Chap- lease, hula dancers and a presentation by Lieutenants in their Unit’s branch of ser- ter #293 in Colorado Springs. This event Megan Johnson, one of the patients fea- vice. occurred following a presentation on Colo- tured in the 2006 patient success program Baltimore Chapter No. 7 of the National rado Masonry to the Pikes Peak Chapter “Giving Back,” presented at the Imperial Sojourners and The Scottish Rite, Valley #293. Distinguished Brother McConnell Council Session in Tampa last July. There of Baltimore, have presenters of these is a former member of the Armed Forces was also a flag presentation by National Certificates and Medals and they go to and currently supports the United States Sojourners, the Masonic organization of many area High Schools and Universities Northern Command as a Project Engineer veteran military officers. I was pleased to for this purpose. When the occasion is and Integrator. Distinguished Brother Jack see plenty of positive media coverage of such that both organizations are repre- McConnell is an active member of Tejon the event. I want to thank Noble Don Orton, sented at the same ROTC Awards Cer- #104 and well as also most all of the Ma- chairman of the Honolulu hospital board emony, a single presenter can make both sonic bodies of the Colorado Springs area. of governors, and Illustrious Sir Terry Derby, presentations. Such was the case on May Pikes Peak Chapter #293 welcomes this Potentate of Aloha Shriners, for the many 28, 2007 when Ill. Brother Oliver W. Strong, distinguished brother to the fraternity. courtesies extended to us, and commend 33°, was at the Johns Hopkins University, them for excellent work on the campaign in Baltimore, Maryland, for their Senior events.” ROTC Military Awards Ceremony, held at The Glass Pavilion on campus. Brother Strong is shown below with Cadets James Robbins (L) and Christopher Cottrell (R) of the Blue Jay Battalion, having just made presentation to these two outstanding Cadets. Another “double presentation” was made two days prior, at Loyola Col- lege, in Baltimore, Maryland by Ill. Brother John S. English, 33°. His account of the Awards Ceremony was just as equally Distinguished Bro. Jack McConnell impressive. makes his presentation to Pikes Peak #293. Color Guard team from the Aloha Temple fund raising event for the new replacement hospital in Honolulu, HI on 18 Apr 2007. L to r: MW Bruce H. BONNELL, GM of HI; Roy T. OTA, NC, Illus. Nick THOMAS, Imperial Potentate; Dexter W. LUM, PP #11; and James S. NORRIS, PNC (’98)

ATTENTION NATIONAL OFFICERS Bro. Richard K.A. Price obligates Distin- guished Bro. McConnell as a National Discard change 6, NR8.1.5 Sojourner and member of Pikes Peak #293. SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007 THE SOJOURNER 7

KENTUCKY [STATE] DEPARTMENT THE NATIONAL PRESIDENT SAYS SHRINER’S CLUB OF NATIONAL COMMANDER THANKS SOJOURNERS, INC. DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS The Sovereign Grand Commander, Scot- To the many Shriners who have already tish Rite – SJ, Illustrious Bro. Ronald A. responded, I want to thank you for your in- Seale, received hearty thanks and two terest in the National Sojourners, Inc. commemorative volumes of the 2007 An- Shriners Club. Others may say, “Well, here nual Convention Souvenir Program Book we go again, another club, just what we from the National President, Bro. James need.” However, let me state my thoughts Earl Vann. Surely, you noticed the very spe- on why I believe that such a gathering of cial, color, inside fly-page recognition by Shriners within our Order is long overdue. the Scottish Rite of the Southern Jurisdic- The purpose for the formation of this tion honoring the National Sojourners for Club is to place emphasis on and show all their work in support of our Freedom support for the Shriners Hospitals for Chil- Fighters in the Armed Forces. This spe- dren through your respective Temple and cial gesture to our Order, according to Bro. Club. I know you are active in this effort, but Vann, “ … can not go unrecognized.” Our we must urge all Nobles to get more in- Gregory L. Dearborn, First Vice-Presi- National 3rd VP, Bro. Bill Turner, brought volved in this program. Of course, we must dent, Kentucky Chapter #134, is currently Bro. Vann’s personal and sincere thanks, also continue to be active participants in serving as the Kentucky Department Com- when presenting the books to Bro. Seale. our Masonic Lodges. mander of the Disabled American Veter- Bro. Seale appreciated this gesture and As Shriners, we are deeply concerned ans. He has been involved with veteran said, “I am so proud to be a National So- and committed to the work of our Fraternity affairs activities for many years, and is a journer and I look forward to being at So- and Philanthropy. There is no material re- constant counselor on veterans benefits/ journer meetings at every opportunity.” ward you receive for your involvement, but legislation. Greg also serves as the Se- Brethren, your work is not unheralded – when you visit one of our 22 Hospitals and nior Warden of B. R. Young Lodge #132, continue your good works !! see the smile on the faces of the Kids you F&AM, Hodgenville, KY, and looks forward have helped, that is reward enough. I have to being Master in 2008. personally experienced that, as many of Greg had three duty tours in Vietnam, your have, and can tell you that every ounce first with MACV Team 21 in 1965; next with of my efforts expended made it worthwhile. st B Battery, 4/60 Artillery, AWSP, 1 FF, in 1967; There are but a few other programs with st and last with C Battery, 4/60 Artillery, 1 FF, which you are involved that will give you in 1970. He is the recipient of three Purple the same feeling of accomplishment. Our Heart Medals for his wounds in the Viet- business is HELPING KIDS and we’ve nam War, and was medically discharged helped over 800,000 of them. However, we as a Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army. He is mar- can’t do it alone, but with over 400,000 ried to Rachel and they reside in Radcliff, Grand Commander Ron Seale and Natl Shriners actively involved we can only look KY. 3VP Bill Turner forward to achieving success in the work of our Philanthropy. Again, I am of the opin- ion that HELPING KIDS GET WELL AND CHAPTER REVITALIZATION IMPROVING THEIR LIVES is the most sat- This article is in response to several started with a series of timely, relevant pro- isfying feeling I can think of. I know you Chapters’ questions and the obvious con- grams of interest to all, including returnee must feel that way, too, because you are a cern of many more, maybe yours. Has your reports on Afghanistan and Iraq (speak- SHRINER! Chapter meeting attendance decreased? ers are now Chapter members). Send your request for a Membership-In- Are you down to the “old faithful crew” who Chapter bulletins are indispensable! Perpetuity (MIP) in the Shriners Club, to- historically are almost always there? Older, They need not be long; many excellent ex- gether with your self-addressed stamped slower but there? Brethren, Vietnam was amples are normally only one full page envelope, to Noble Chris R. Christoff, 1990 30 to 40 years ago, Korea over 50 and the including short president’s message, Doris Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402, or con- WWII “dark ages” over 60!! Add 20 years minutes of last meeting and next meeting tact me at [email protected]. and we have the minimum average ages notice with program information of our “old folks.” Great crew, but by them- (stimulatingly presented aggressive Chap- selves they tend to meet, enjoy attitude ter Secretaries/Bulletin Editors may find TAPS adjustment, tell war/sea stories, eat and National Regulation 9.1.2 of interest). Bul- “see you next month.” They are tolerant of letins should be published at least 10 days COL JAMES D. ADAMS “youngsters” and even friendly if somewhat to 2 weeks in advance so we can plan. DOD: 7/11/07 clannish. Solution? Active, vital current pro- Even when meetings are held the same CPT EDWARD T. BARDWELL grams of interest to all ages. week/day each month, as they should be, DOD: Unknown One formerly stagnant Chapter now av- the Chapter, through its programs, is bid- COL EDWARD E. BELET erages over 30 percent attendance of their ding for our busy time. Oh, no, we won’t DOD: 8/27/07 local members (including ladies with wid- forget a good program, especially when CDR ARTHUR H. BILDERBACK ows specially recognized) with several trav- we’re reminded by a conscientious call- DOD: 7/30/07 eling over 200 miles. Why? Significant at- ing committee. LCDR ALFRED J. BILLINGS tendance and membership increases DOD: 6/7/07 8 THE SOJOURNER SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

LCDR EMZER H. BIZZELL November 2007 at “The Rawlings”, DOD: Unknown SEM FUND Joelton, TN. Point of contact is Dan Taylor, COL WILLIAM H. BLACK 931-427-6694 or [email protected] DOD: 8/6/07 In memory of Tim Butcher LTCOL ROBERT L. BREEDING William G.L. Turner GLACE will be held 4-5 April 2008 at La DOD: 7/11/07 In memory of Philip A. Dickey Quinta Inn, 7304 East 21st Street, India- LTC BRYANT JAMES COCHRAN Arrowhead #421 napolis, IN, Telephone: 317-352-1231. DOD: 6/26/07 In memory of Ola H. Dodson Point of Contact is Dick Sutton, GLA Rep- MSG KEITH W. DEAN Kenneth L. Lowmiller, Jr. resentative, [email protected] DOD: 7/27/07 Joseph Reeves CPT RAYMOND C. DUSENDSCHON Betty & Chuck Wallens DOD: 8/8/07 In memory of Richard P. Flynn, Sr. LT LEONARD G. ENROTH Betty & Chuck Wallens Any Chapter of National Sojourners DOD: 3/16/07 In memory of John D. Gauld interested in hosting a mid-winter LTCOL DELBERT L. EVANS Indianapolis/Ft. Harrison #66 meeting or an annual convention DOD: Unknown In memory of Jack A. Hughes should send requests to LT Ed MR. HARRY ALLEN FADLEY Honolulu #11 Phillips, VP, NASOCOCO, 1800 Ben DOD: 11/03 In honor of Elliott Samuels Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236- CPT RICHARD P. FLYNN Sid Shaenfield 2361, 941-388-4050, or DOD: 5/4/07 In memory of Bill Volkstadt [email protected] COL JOHN GEHRINGER William G.L. Turner DOD: 7/13/07 In memory of Mary J. Wallinger LT KENNETH T. GIBBONS Betty & Chuck Wallens DOD: 6/28/07 HONORING A FORGOTTEN PRESIDENT LTC ROBERT H. GROVE 3-6-5 CLUB DOD: Unknown Yes, as time ticks away, we sometimes CAPT FRANK M. HARRISON Joseph Baker Jr., #171 need to be reminded of our past … for the DOD: Unknown Salvandor Campos, #17 past is prologue. We are here today be- CPT EDSEL A. HATFIELD Billie Faulkner, #28 cause of our founding fathers and the path DOD: 7/5/07 Leon Feldt, 317 to the future they have paved for us. Such LT RONALD B. HENERSON Frederick Jorgenson, #27 is the case with our 5th President…and DOD: 8/4/07 David Lersch, #27 Brother… James Monroe. Today, there is COL ROBERT C. HOUSEHOLDER Al Putnam, #17 a significant movement toward recogniz- DOD: 8/20/07 Paul Simpson, #28 ing and recalling this major contributor to CPT JULIUS V. JOSEPH Donald Thiess, #108 our early years, as a nation, and our inter- DOD: 8/20/07 Charles Umberger, #17 national recognition as a world player. He COL EVERETT H. KANDARIAN Richard Williamson, #310 was a significant contributor to the suc- DOD: 4/25/07 cesses of General George Washington, LT ROBERT R. KENNEDY FUTURE MEETING INFORMATION especially during the famous raid across DOD: 7/9/07 the Delaware of Christmas 1776, when MR. LYNN LAY 2008 MID-WINTER MEETING: will be victories were won at Trenton and DOD: 8/28/07 held 14-19 January at the Holiday Inn-Se- Princeton. Monroe was a scout and intel- MAJ GEORGE W. OCHANPAUGH lect in San Antonio, Texas. Registration and ligence gatherer for the Battle of Monmouth, DOD: 12/25/06 other information will be sent to the Chap- and in 1778 was appointed Military Com- MSGT STANLEY F. SAMPSON ter Secretaries at a later date. missioner of Virginia by Governor Thomas DOD: 7/15/07 Jefferson. Later, he won election as Presi- LCDR HENRY C. SMITH 88TH ANNUAL CONVENTION: will be dent of the United States in 1816 and 1820 DOD: 11/04 held 17-21 June 2008 at the Hilton- – the Era of Good Feelings. On the anni- MR. MACK N. SOUTHERN Riverview Suites in Wilmington, North versary of his birth, 28 April 1758, the James DOD: 8/5/07 Carolina. Registration and other informa- Monroe Foundation (President and RWBro. MR. GEORGE D. STEVENS tion will be sent to the Chapter Secretaries Bill Thomas) sponsored another recogni- DOD: 7/23/07 at a later date. tion event at Bro. Monroe’s birth site. Many COL CLIFFORD A. STUDHOLME dignitaries of various historical societies DOD: 8/12/07 and government agencies were present LTC DEWEY F. TAYLOR AREA CONFERENCES AND to announce the reconstruction of his DOD: Unknown ENCAMPMENTS home. The Ground Breaking took place in MR. JOSEPH N. TYE the very same spot where foundation rem- DOD: 7/17/07 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA FALL nants have been found. A Masonic Cor- CAPT HERBERT E. WELLBORN ENCAMPMENT: will be held 14-16 Sep- nerstone-Laying is planned for later this DOD: 7/30/07 tember 2007 in Camp Pendleton, Califor- year, and Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4, A.F.& COL ROBERT A. WILSON nia. Point of contact is LCDR James F. A.M., will host the ceremony. At this event, DOD: Unknown Helt, 619-583-6089. the Heroes of ’76 and Camp Followers provided a Color Guard and Colonial-era MIDDLE CENTRAL AREA CONFER- flags. The event was concluded with the ENCE/ENCAMPMENT: will be held 16-18 Toast to the Flag. SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007 THE SOJOURNER 9

Sojourner’s ROTC award was presented date. CHAPTER NEWS to Cadet Ensigns Ian McClenny and Jody Cruz by Brothers Jeff Stober, Past Presi- PORTLAND #92. Beverly M. Hancock, FORT SAM HOUSTON #17. Col. James dent and current Camp Commander, and Secretary, PO Box 1, Gorham, ME 04038- R. McConnell, Secretary, 134 Rhonda William Breed, CT Regional Representa- 0001. Saturday, July 7, 2007, found 20 So- Drive, Universal City, TX 78148-3420. tive, in the high school gymnasium. journers and wives at the home of So- President Carnes introduced the dignitar- Cadets McClenny and Cruz have partici- journer Pete Cannell, and his wife Wanda, ies in attendance: Brother Elliott B. pated in the NJROTC program for all four for the fifth Annual Summer Lobster Pic- Samuels, PNP and Trustee; Brother Sid years of their high school career. They are nic. The meeting was conducted by Presi- Shaenfield, Committee of 33; Brother Bob both extremely bright and dedicated student Gordon L. Kimball, Sr., who is shown McConnell, Committee of 33, Regional dents whose demonstrated enthusiasm, in picture placing the Past President’s Representative, SCTX South, and Trea- initiative and aptitude clearly mark them Jewel around the neck of Sojourner MG surer of NASOCOCO; Brother Harry J. as leaders within the NJROTC Unit, school Steve Nichols, USA, Ret., to commemo- Moosegian, Winner of the Houghton Award and community. As a result of their dedi- rate the two years he has just finished serv- in 2003; Brother Dock Dixon, Generalis- cation and performance, they have been ing as Portland Chapter President. simo, Grand Commandery, Knight assigned to positions as Platoon Com- Templars of TX; Brother Art Meir, Past Re- manders. In this capacity they are respon- gional Representative; Brother Kent sible for the military training of all cadets Crickard, Excellent Chief, Night Masons, assigned to their platoons. They have ac- Texas # 45; and Brother Gary Horejsi, Sov- complished this job with unparalleled con- ereign Master of AMD Army Council 373, fidence and dedication. who is the father of the Student that the In addition, Cadets McClenny and Cruz Chapter sent to Freedom Foundation at have performed as members of the award Valley Forge. winning Unarmed and Armed Drill Teams. The first order of business was the ini- They have also distinguished themselves tiation of three new members into the Chap- academically by attaining some of the high- ter. They were Jon T. Tipton, Howard H. est grade point averages within the In addition, a birthday card was passed Hutsell and Nick Raul Ramos. Brother NJROTC program. In addition to their aca- around the Sojourner Col. Kenneth Dorr, Samuels presented each new member demic achievements and service to the USA, Ret., in honor of his 100th birthday. with the patriotic points for their pockets. NJROTC Unit, both are active participants Col. Dorr was a Charter Member of Port- Bro Samuels was called upon to intro- in NJROTC sponsored community service land Chapter #92, and has now been a duce his granddaughter, Samantha, who events. For their academic excellence, Sojourner for more than 74 years. We feel had attended the FFVF Youth Leadership aptitude, enthusiasm and service, these that may be some kind of a record for So- Conference under his and Elizabeth’s fine cadets have been presented the fol- journer Membership. Col. Dorr became a sponsorship. She lives in Springfield, Vir- lowing NJROTC awards: Naval Science Mason in Maine, in 1932 and joined Na- ginia and is near the top in the Girl Scout Outstanding Cadet, Military Aptitude, Exem- tional Sojourners in 1934. Sojourner Col. Troop similar to the Eagle Scout in the Boy plary Conduct, Academic Award, Participa- George Benjamin, USA, Ret., showed us Scouts. Samantha gave a good rundown tion, Exemplary Conduct, Exemplary Per- a recent new book, “Quiet Courage – Sto- of her experiences at Valley Forge and what sonal Appearance, Community Service, ries of the Unselfish Dedication of Maine she liked the most. She said it was an Drill Team, and Physical Fitness. Veterans” by Don Colson. This is a collec- honor to go to Valley Forge. Bro McConnell, CDR Ted Ward, the senior Naval Sci- tion of personal interviews that former the Chairman of the Freedom Foundation ence Instructor reports that it is a distinct Maine TV Anchor Don Colson did with 89 Committee, then introduced Preston pleasure to have Cadets McClenny and World War II Veteran’s from Maine that has Horejsi, who was the student that the Chap- Cruz in the NJROTC program. They have recently been published. Col. Benjamin ter selected to attend the Youth Leader- truly set a very high standard for future is one of those interviewed in this book. ship Conference at Valley Forge. Preston classes to follow. They are shining ex- For those that wish more information on is the son of Gary and Connie Horejsi and amples of everything that is positive with this book, please check this web site. http:/ ranks in the top 10% of his class at Medina today’s youth and have his highest pos- /www.colemuseum.org/ The Book was High School. He is a member of FFA. BPA, sible recommendation for presentation of commissioned by Brother Galen Cole, of baseball team, basketball team, Student the National Sojourner’s Award. Bangor, Maine, a Past Potentate of Anah Council to list just a few. His leadership Temple Shrine, who has an excellent positions, hobbies and travels would fill Transportation Museum. Brother Cole this page. Preston embellished those served with the 5th Armored Division in items that Samantha covered and then in- WWII. Col. Benjamin was also a member terjected his own thoughts of the way things of the 5th Armored Division in WWII. The were at Valley Forge. His presentation was Chapter President recognized Sojourner well received by all. Col. Robert Barton, USA, Ret., for his many years of devotion and dedication to keep- NEW LONDON #58. LT Joseph E. ing the Portland Chapter together in lean Degnan, Secretary, P O Box 1197, West- times. erly, RI 02891-0904. On June 6, 2007 an- The accompanying photo is of Brother other link was established between New Jeff Stober, Cadet Ensign Jody Cruz and PINE BLUFF ARSENAL #166. CAPT. Ken- London Chapter #58, National Sojourners Brother Bill Breed. Regrettably Cadet Mc neth E. Story, Secretary, 209 Raney Place, and the New London High Corps of Clenny was not in attendance for the cer- Jacksonville, AR 72076-4527. Watson NJROTC Cadets. On that date the emony, but was given his award at a later Chapel High School, Pine Bluff, AR, May 4, 10 THE SOJOURNER SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

2007. Pictured is Past President, CPO Dr. Ben Franklin may visit some day. Harvey I. Mize presenting the Sojourner Americanism Award to C/1stSgt Michael PORTSMOUTH #386. Maj. C. William Poirer at their Awards Ceremony at the Willey, Secretary, PO Box 1264, Dover, School. NH 03820.

OLD DOMINION #364. SGT Ronald A. Dooley, 6822 Jeremiah Court, Fairfax Sta- tion, VA 22039.

L-r: 1SGT Andrew F. Hirst, Cadet James R. Toomey. Brother Hirst on May 5, 2007 FORT JACKSON #184. Mr. Clifton L. attended the Annual Army ROTC Awards Simmons, Jr., Secretary, 121 Ceremony at the University of New Hamp- Meadowcrest Drive, West Columbia, SC shire, Durham, NH, and presented Cadet 29172-2054. At Ft. Jackson’s June meet- James R. Toomey with the National So- ing, the members of the chapter accepted journers ROTC award. He is well versed donations of flags that were considered President Bro. Ralph Smith receiving a in American History from the Revolution to unserviceable. A total of 18 flags were National Presidential Citation from 3rd Vice the present. He has a great knowledge of turned in. The program was prepared by President Bro. William G.L. Turner at the the Second World War and had interviewed MSG James C. Clifford, Past President, July 18, 2007 meeting for Exceptional Meri- his grandfather many times regarding his and SGM William R. Logan, President. All torious Achievement for his work and dedi- experience on the USS Enterprise. James the flags were disposed of properly. cation in the year 2006-2007. is majoring in history at UNH. Other than the mentioned award Portsmouth Chap- ter #386 presents ROTC awards to the following: University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH, Air Force ROTC, presented by Brother Richard Dewing; Pinkerton Acad- emy, Derry, NH, Air Force Jr. ROTC, presented by Brother Ken Weyler; Manches- ter West, Manchester, NH, Navy Jr. ROTC, presented by the school; Spaulding High School, Rochester, NH, Air Force Jr. ROTC, presented by Brother Walt Stacy; Whitefield Regional High School, Whitfield, NH, Army Junior Past President Bro. William R. Jr. ROTC, presented by the school; Dover Sanner receiving the National Presidents High School, Dover, NH, Navy Jr. ROTC, Outstanding Service and Achievement presented by Brother Bill Willey; SGM William R. Logan burns a flag while Award for the year 2006-2007 from Na- Winnacunnet High School, Hampton, NH, (l to r) LTC Wayne C. Smith, MSG James tional 3rd Vice President William G.L. Turner Marine Jr. ROTC, presented by Brother C. Clifford, 1SG David W. Bostic, and MAJ at the July 18, 2007 meeting. Jeremy Sawyer. Greely R. “Guy” Palmer, Jr. observe.

TAMPA #252. Robert St. John, Jr., Sec- retary, 3704 Kantrel Place, Valrico, FL 33594-6920. Tampa Chapter #252 proudly presented ROTC Cadet Marijane R. Estes, a Junior in Hernando High School, Brooksville, Florida, with the honors of third place for participating in the National So- journer essay contest. Her essay, published in the May/June 2007 Sojourner, gave a succinct version of the way that L-R Brothers Douglas W. Almon, Andrew space exploration has benefited the Ameri- F. Hirst, President, and C. William Willey can way of life, particularly among females. Secretary Treasurer . Brother Almon Shown with Ms. Estes are Brothers Harry The guest speaker for the meeting in was initiated July 17, 2007 as a Member- Cumber, PP,PC; Rob St. John, PP, Cmdr., July 2007 was none other than George In-Perpetuity in Portsmouth Chapter and Richard Kammeier, PP, PC, ROTC Mason, role playing by Bro. Donald L. #386. Brother Almon is a true worker in Chair/Sponsor. McAndrews. Bro. Don promises his friend the quarries of Masonry. He is Past Mas- SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007 THE SOJOURNER 11 ter of Star in the East Lodge No. 59 Exeter, ing the Sojourner JROTC medal to Cadet BEAUREGARD-ANDERSON #530. CW4 New Hampshire. He stays active with his Scott Miller at the Millington TN High School Gerald Houston, Secretary, 426 Lodge in many capacities to include being JROTC awards ceremony 16 May 2007. Greenbriar St., Deridder, LA 70634-2180. secretary and a member of the Star in the East Lodge Building Association. He is a retired Senior Chief from the United States Navy serving his entire career as a Navy Seabee. As a young man Brother Almon was with the Exeter, New Hampshire DeMolay Chapter and served as Master Councilor, he received the DeMolay Cheva- lier Award for his outstanding service to the organization.

LTC Alonzo “Lonnie” Smith presents the National Sojourner ROTC medal and cer- L-r: CDR Harry Clay Jr., MSGT Harold tificate to C/SGM Nick Pollacia of Ricketts. Natchitoches Central High School during Volunteer Chapter 414 initiated three the school’s JROTC Awards Banquet. new members(all MIP). Brother Sojourner Later in the program, Cadet Pollacia was CDR Harry Clay was the initiating officer. named the Cadet Commander for next L-r: LCDR Terry Jones, 1st LT. Tom Emens, year. Cadet Pollacia stated that he desires Grand Master of New Hampshire joins Grand Lodge Officer Del Musick. to attend West Point Military Academy upon the ranks of National Sojourners Inc. L-R graduation. Brother John C. Kotheimer, Brother David Warburton, National Commander, Brother Robert G. Hatfield, Most Worship- ful Grand Master of New Hampshire and Brother Andrew F. Hirst, Chapter President. Brothers Kotheimer and Most Worshipful Brother Robert G. Hatfield were initiated August 18, 2007 as Members in Perpetuity. This was the day of our annual I want to thank all the Sojourners of Vol- Ben Hill picnic. Brother Kotheimer is a re- unteer Chapter 414 who were able to par- tired Senior Chief of the United States Navy ticipate in the Flag folding ceremony at the serving his career with the submarine ser- Scottish Rite Flag Day. (Richard Van vice. He is a member of Benevolent Lodge Tassell, E. Ron Murphy, Pete Harris, David Newly elected Chapter President, No. 7 in Milford, New Hampshire, he is White, Jackie Tucker, H. T. Ray, Tom Brother LTC Alonzo “Lonnie” Smith pre- active with VFW in Hudson, New Hamp- Emens, James Post) A special thanks to sents the National Sojourner ROTC medal shire and Past Regional President for the Richard Van Tassell for teaching us how and certificate to Cadet/SMSGT Cameron Fleet Reserve of New England. to perform the ceremony and to look sharp Suzuki from Lakeview High School in Brother Hatfield is currently serving as doing it. Natchitoches, LA. The AFJROTC at Most Worshipful Grand Master of the State Lakeview has grown so much in poularity of New Hampshire. Brother Hatfield is and membership that local restaurants active with the York Rite Bodies and has can no longer accommodate their banquet served in Many Grand Lodge appointed and award ceremony. It had to be catered offices prior to being appointed to the line in the High School Cafeteria. B-A Chapter as Worshipful Junior Deacon, which is the 530 also sponsors one of the Lakeview AF first office on the road to the Grand JROTC cadets to the Air Force Leadership East. Both of these Brothers are Conference held annually at LA Tech Uni- truly workers in the quarries for the better- versity in Ruston. ment of mankind. VALLEY FORGE #444. Mr. Donald S. Litman, Secretary, 43 Saratoga Lane, INDIANA MASONIC HOME #541. Sgt VOLUNTEER #414. Charlie Wooddy, Harleysville, PA 19438. During the June Ellsworth M. Chapman, Secretary, 988 S. Secretary, 6673 Old Tipton Road, 10th Meeting, Joseph Meyers gave a pre- Cornerstone Drive, Franklin, IN 46131. Millington, TN 38053. On 21 April 2007, sentation on Operation Bolero. On June 14, 2007 three new members, Rusty Yetter and Charlie Wooddy repre- Earl K. Shaffer, Charles L. Platt and James sented the Sojourners and Harry Clay (So- R. Kirk, Sr, were initiated into the chapter. journer MIP) represented the Military Offic- We had our installation of Officers on June ers Association at the University of 7 and Area Representative Richard D. Memphis ROTC Awards Ceremony. Sutton did the honors. Thanks for his dedi- Charlie Wooddy also represented the Scot- cation to our chapter. tish Rite of Memphis. Brother Sojourner Harry Clay, Jr. present- WILLIAM HOOPER #546. CAPT Harvard 12 THE SOJOURNER SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

Holden, Secretary, 185 Orvin Ln SW, Sup- ues to grow. Thank you so much! CDT Jeff ply, NC 28462. S. Davis, University of Nevada-Reno.

To: Presenters, This is just a brief note to thank you for your organizations’ support of our program. The cadets were thrilled when they received an award from your organization. This is my first year in AFJROTC and MSgt Garthwaite and I wanted to present an awards banquet and Army ROTC Cadet Adam Ellerbrock re- ceremony to honor the cadets who had ceiving The National Sojourners Award, Brother Jervie Babson presented the worked so hard. I believe the night was a presented by Lieutenant Colonel Todd Sojourner Award to C/Cpl Renautta Watson resounding success, much of it due to you Miller, on behalf of The National Sojourn- of the JROTC of South Columbus High and your organization taking time out of ers, April 2007, The Ohio State University. School at their Awards Banquet. This was your busy schedules to reward and honor one of 10 ROTC Awards presented by the our top notch cadets. Once again, thank Major Newcombe and all members of chapter in 2007. you so much for your award. It meant so National Sojourners, Thank you for the The Chapter received a donation from much to our deserving cadets. We look privilege of receiving the National Sojourn- the Super Wal-Mart, store 1767 in Shallotte, forward to seeing you next year in the ers Award. I am especially honored be- NC to assist the chapter in sending stu- spring. … Finally, if you need any help from cause it is an award for the highest at- dents to the Spirit of America Youth Confer- our unit, for instance color guard support tributes of Americanism and patriotism. I ence held at Freedoms Foundation, Val- or volunteer workers, call me. I will do my am proud to be able to serve and hope to ley Forge, PA, in July. Donations for this best to see if we can support your request. follow in the footsteps of those who have purpose were also received from numer- Sincerely, Michael J. Miglioranzi, Maj., Se- come before me. I appreciate the award ous Masonic organizations. Seven stu- nior Aerospace Science Instructor, Main- and all the support. Thanks again. Sem- dents were sponsored and their transpor- land High School, AFJROTC, Daytona per Fi, Dan Dempsey, US Naval Reserve tation paid for by the chapter with these Beach, FL. Officers Training Corps, Iowa State Uni- donations. versity. Dear National Sojourners, I would sincerely like to show my gratitude to your cor- poration and yourself. I am very proud and gracious that you all find potential in me. \ This means alot to me. Thank you. Sin- cerely, Dawn Smith.

The National Sojourners JROTC Award L-r: Ms. Judy Roberts, Community In- was presented at our annual awards cer- volvement Coordinator of Shallotte Wal- emony on 26 May 07. MSgt Ault, USAF (Re- Mart, Harvard Holden, Secretary, John D. tired) (left), our Aerospace Science Instruc- Chandler, Chapter President. tor, was the presenter. The recipient of the award was C/Capt Terry Gortney (right). ROTC The recipient of your award was Cadet Cadet Gortney met all eligibility criteria Jonathan Chadwick. Cadet Chadwick is specified by the National Sojourners. He THANK YOU one of our most outstanding cadets with a is a super young man that is very active in GPA of 4.0. The award was given out on 3 our program and is a key future leader. May 2007 at our Annual Awards Banquet. Thank you very much for your consistent Again thank you all for your help and the support of the JROTC programs around continued support of our program. John the nation. The young cadets certainly Wiley, SMSgt, USAF(R) South Panola High enjoy receiving your recognition of their ef- School, Batesville, MS. forts. Andy C. Denny, LtCol, USAF (Ret), Senior Aerospace Science Instructor, Maiden High School.

Dear National Sojourners, First and fore- most I would like to say thank you for your help and support with the UNR ROTC program. This year, your donations made an overwhelming impact on the success of the awards ceremony, and for that I send my sincere thanks. The generosity from Thank you for your participation at our National Sojourners has made an invalu- annual Shiloh High School AFJROTC Mili- able impact on myself and other cadets in tary Ball held at Killian Hall, Lilburn, Geor- Recipient: C/SrA Barbara Delva. Tift the program, and I can only hope for your gia on April 27, 2007. Recipient Lauren County High School, Tifton, GA. Please support to follow as our program contin- Butker with presenter Mrs. Sandy Dennis. accept my sincere thanks for your continu- SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007 THE SOJOURNER 13 ing support of our program. MSG Abigail Kennedy receiving your award from me at our Military Ball. It was held in NATIONAL COMMANDER’S MESSAGE the Statesville Civic Center on 21 April. Again many thanks for your time and support. George L. Keckeisen, LTC, USA (R), Senior Army Instructor.

National Sojourners Award presentation I decided that I would start this article on May 8, 2007. Recipient Cadet Jessica August 16th, 2007 the 230th anniversary of Liles, Presenter Mrs. Brenda Dumas. the Battle of Bennington when General Thank you for your support and we look John Stark led his troops to battle with forward to seeing you next year – The ca- these words “tonight the American flag dets and staff of the Palo Verde H. S. NV- floats over yonder hill or Molly Stark sleeps 20011 AFJROTC Unit. a widow.” Today I am enjoying a spectacular view of one of New Hampshire’s lakes as I prepare for the wreath laying ceremony at General Stark’s Statue at the State House in Concord, New Hampshire. We had a great day with a number of the State officials in attendance: The Secretary of State, a couple of Sena- tors and a few from the House of Repre- sentatives. Award Winner: Cadet SMSgt Jason McClease, Northeastern High School, 19 May 2007; Presenter: Thomas P. Quance, Colonel USAF(R) , Senior Aerospace Sci- ence Instructor.

Portsmouth, NH Chapter #386 and the General William Whipple Camp of Heroes of `76 on behalf of Commander and project officer Ken Weyler would like to thank all who participated and contributed. Thanks again! 32nd Degree Mason Lt Col The National Commander adds his thank Robert Wheeler from St. Louis Valley Scot- you for all the hard work that our Brothers tish Rite presents the JROTC American- put into this project and showing that we ism Medal to Aerospace Science Cadet can take “ONE MORE STEP”. It was a long Phuong Phung from Gateway Institute of weekend with the wreath laying, an en- Technology High School. The 22nd annual campment Friday evening and Ports- awards banquet/dining out was held at the mouth, NH Chapter #386 Annual Ben Hill Busch Student Center on St. Louis Univer- picnic on Saturday, but it was most enjoy- sity Campus Friday, 11 May 2007 with over able. Did I catch anyone taking “ONE MORE 200 cadets, guests & parents in atten- STEP”? Yes, a lady Hostess, at the Com- dance. fort -In , St. Robert. MO near Fort Leonard Wood,. where she was making angels and giving them to wives, girlfriends ‘and moth- ers of troops that were about to be de- ployed. September should find us at Camp Pendleton for a SOCAL Encampment and in October, we will be at Pacific Beach for the PNW Encampment. EIAR

Dear Sirs: We would like to thank you for your support of our Junior ROTC Program. David C. Warburton Please find enclosed a picture of Cadet ”ONE MORE STEP” 14 THE SOJOURNER SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

located at the State House in Concord, New CAMP NEWS Hampshire. This ceremony took place on August 16, 2007 which was the 230th GEN HENRY KNOX CAMP (Portland anniversary date of the Battle of #92) and GENERAL WILLIAM WHIPPLE Bennington. The ceremony consisted of a CAMP (Portsmouth #386). Held A Joint En- welcome, introductions and recognition of campment to officially greet Bro. David C. Honored guests by Brother Kenneth Warburton, National Commander of the Weyler, Past President, Portsmouth Heroes of ’76, and to work any Recruits #386 and Past Commander of General who may be found to be duly qualified to William Whipple Camp. The honored L-r: Front row, Jim Chianese, George become members of our respective guests included Secretary of the State, Hon. Cowan PNC, Dan Taylor Area Rep. Camps. During the course of the meeting William Gardner, State Senators, The Hon- Back row, Charlie Wooddy, Recruit H. T. two intruders were found attempting to orable Lou Dellesando and Honorable Ray, Frank “Rusty” Yetter, Recruit Jason enter our Encampment. They were imme- John Gallus and of course our own Na- Dunnahoo diately taken to the Guard House. Then tional Grand Commander David Commander Porter had them brought Warburton, Invocation by Brother Andrew GENERAL JOHN STARK CAMP (Green before him for interrogation. The intrud- Hirst, Past Commander of General Will- Mountain #527) and GENERAL WILLIAM ers were found to be in possession of iam Whipple Camp and current President WHIPPLE CAMP (Portsmouth #386) proper Orders and were thus allowed, af- of Portsmouth #386, Salute to the Colors, Teamed up to act as an Honor Guard ter a strenuous examination, and having a talk on General John Stark, New for the Most Worshipful Grand Master of successfully passed proper examination Hampshire’s most famous soldier by Bro. Vermont, Bro. Calvin Keyler and Most of their qualifications and ability to endure, Kenneth Weyler, a talk on the Battle of Worshipful Grand Master of New Hamp- to join our ranks as Heroes of ’76. Bennington by Bro. Richard Dewing, Past shire Bro. Robert G. Hatfield and their President of Portsmouth #386 and Past Grand Lodge officers at the Maple Sugar Commander of General William Whipple Bowl Game Football game parade in Camp, the fraternal greetings of our Na- Hanover, NH, on August 4, 2007. Due to a tional President and purposes of the Na- no show of the United States Marine Corp tional Sojourners by Brother Andrew F. Hirst, Honor Guard, who were to lead the pa- a talk on the Heroes of ’76 by our National rade with the Nation’s Flag, the members Commander, Laying of the wreath and clos- of General John Stark Camp and Gen Wil- ing the ceremony out with a benediction. liam Whipple Camp were given the Honor Bros Howard Leonard, member of Ports- of leading the parade and also presenting mouth #386 and a Hero of General Will- the Colors at the opening of the game. iam Whipple Camp and Bro. Richard L to r: Bro. Jud Porter, Commander; Bro. Dewing acted as Honor Guards Gerald “Butch” Gannett; Bro. Dave with muskets for the ceremony. Warburton, National Commander; Bro. Peter Cannell; and, Bro. John O. Bond, Sr., Commander.

GEN BILL MITCHELL CAMP (Alaska #355). On June 16, 2007 renegades LTC Peter Savage and Maj. Mark Lessard, US Army, who claimed to be members of Alaska #355, an organization known as Out front with American Flag Bro. Roger “Sojourners” were detained and taken to M. Clark. In the back, L-r Bro. Evered the guardhouse. After an intense interro- Hinkley, Vermont State Flag, Bro. Jack Can- gation by the Commander of the Guard he yon, Sojourners Flag and Bro. Andrew F. brought them before the camp com- Hirst, New Hampshire State mander. After a grueling questioning and Flag. Bro.Hatfield is to be imitated into the trips to the “D” they were found to be “PA- Sojourners as a MIP August 18, 2007 in TRIOTS” worthy of becoming Billy Mitchell Portsmouth #386. The second photo Camp #355’s newest heroes. shows the same individuals presenting the Colors in the stadium while the Na- GENERAL WILLIAM WHIPPLE CAMP tional Anthems of Canada and the United (Portsmouth #386). On August 16 through States were sung just prior to the start of 18, 2007, National Commander David the Game. Warburton visited Portsmouth #386 L-R Bro. Howard Leonard, Bro. Kenneth and General William Whipple Camp. One Weyler, Bro. Andrew Hirst, Bro. Dave of his objectives this year was to honor Warburton, National Commander and Bro. General John Stark, the hero of the Battle Richard Dewing. of Bennington. With the assistance of General William Whipple Camp, the COL ISAAC SHELBY CAMP (Volunteer National Commander did a wreath laying #414). Camp Col. Isaac Shelby initiated ceremony at the General John Stark Statue two new recruits on 11 August 2007. SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007 THE SOJOURNER 15

JOE FOSS CAMP, (Chattanooga #540). CSM JACKIE A. ASK, #328, MIP SFC GREGORY A. MOORE, #7 In the sweltering dog days of summer on Sponsor: Paul E. Shaw Sponsor: Oswald Kinat August 11, 2007, the Volunteers were biv- MR. DAVID E. BEEBE, #171, MIP EOC (SCW/AW) RODNEY W. MOORE, #228 ouacked near the Lodge at Brainerd trying Sponsor: Billy Joe Smith Sponsor: Jesse M. Newton to escape the heat which had invaded the TSGT WALTER D. BOONE, #435, MIP CSM BILLY C. MOSIER, #385, MIP Tennessee Valley. Commander M. D. Man- Sponsor: Charles R. Cooper Sponsor: David Greer ning and his staff had just returned from TSGT DOURANT BOUCHARD, #378, MIP MR. DELBERT R. MUSICK, #414, MIP taking a dip in the creek when the Officer of Sponsor: Robert E. Epps Sponsor: E. Ronald Murphy the Day reported a strange occurrence. MSGT DONALD LEE BRION, #130 1LT VARUN J. PATEL, #265, MIP Brother Bill Sylar appeared at the camp, Sponsor: Carl Gustafson Sponsor: Joe Ryland obviously suffering from prolonged expo- 2LT JUSTIN R. BROWN, #378 MR. TERRY W. PERKINS, #414, MIP sure to the heat with a strange story. He Sponsor: Roy I. Smith, Jr. Sponsor: E. Ronald Murphy reported that he desired to be admitted to SFC MICHAEL E. CAMPBELL, #385 MR. NICK R. RAMOS, #17, MIP the Camp and that he had previously Sponsor: Terald Kiehn Sponsor: Harry J. Moosegian served as a sailor aboard a strange ves- SFC SALVADOR A. CAMPOS, JR., #17, MIP E6 H. GARY REICHERT, #536, MIP sel that had no sails and traveled the seas Sponsor: Sid Shaenfield Sponsor: Ben North under the water. Thinking him delusional, LTCOL GREG W. CARLSON, #19, MIP GYSGT CEDRIC EARL RIGGS, #539 the Commander quickly remanded him to Sponsor: Ronald D. Stites Sponsor: Bud Porter the guardhouse until his strange tale could 1SGT JAMIE M. CLARK, #385, MIP LTC JOHN A. RING, #386, MIP be investigated. It was found that his Sponsor: David Greer Sponsor: Andrew F. Hirst strange experience was indeed true and CPT RICHARD D. CURLEY, #19, MIP T/SGT ALFRED M. RODGERS, #252, MIP that he had also served the Craft as a Sponsor: Anthony T. Johnson Sponsor: James O. Zellner Grand Master of Cryptic Mason, adding to SGT DANNY L. DOUTHIT, #112, MIP CPL SCOT A. RODMAN, #539 his credibility. He was brought before the Sponsor: Billy Ray Dickey Sponsor: Bud Porter Camp and was made a member in due LTCOL DAVID H. ELDER, #537 SSG SEAN E. SCARCLIFF, #511, MIP time, having answered all the questions Sponsor: Raymond M. Davis, Jr. Sponsor: Wayne E. Sirmon imposed upon him in a satisfactory man- 1LT KARL T. EMENS, #17, MIP SSG RONALD K. SMITH, #328, MIP ner. Sponsor: Charlie Wooddy Sponsor: Richard E. Hickam SGT GARD ENMAN, #92, MIP MR. ALLEN W. STARK, #114 NEW MEMBERS Sponsor: Robert E. Barton Sponsor: Charles E. Warren, Sr. SGT JAMES K. ENOCHS, JR., #414, MIP E-5 JOHNNY C. SURLES, #329, MIP EOCS DOUGLAS W. ALMON, #386, MIP Sponsor: E. Ronald Murphy Sponsor: William L. Dill Sponsor: Andrew F. Hirst 2LT BRANDON R. FAIRCLOTH, #504, MIP MAJ JON B. TIPTON, #17 Sponsor: Unknown Sponsor: Thomas E. Carnes E8 RALPH GASAWAY, #512 TSGT VERNON L. TUTTLE, #171, MIP Sponsor: Howard Tharp Sponsor: Thomas L. Cumberland MAJ CHAD E. GIBSON, #171, MIP CW4 CLEVELAND VALREY, #490, MIP Sponsor: Jack L. Kilcrease Sponsor: Richard W. Williamson

(Arm or Br.) LT JOSEPH F. GIUNTA, #28 MSGT PETER N. VATISTAS, #386, MIP Sponsor: Laurence Laughlin Sponsor: Richard A. Gilbert SFC HARVEY W. GOODWIN, #530, MIP CDR JAMES L. WARREN, #26, MIP Sponsor: Gerald H. Houston Sponsor: Vernon M. Dandridge MR. ROBERT E. GRESHAM, JR., #546, MIP CPL MARVIN M. WOLF, #5 Sponsor: John D. Chandler Sponsor: Harry Furrey PFC ROBERT G. HATFIELD, #386, MIP E9 MICHAEL D. WOODRUFF, #490, MIP Sponsor: Andrew F. Hirst Sponsor: Richard W. Williamson MR. GARY V. HILL, #112, MIP Sponsor: Fred E. Allen MEMBERSHIPS-IN-PERPETUITY MSGT CARL S. HOWARD, III, #541, MIP NOTICE OF CHANGE ADDRESS SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

State Sponsor: Ellsworth M. Zip Code Chapman 15583 CDR MICHAEL J. COCHRANE, #517 LTC HOWARD H. HUTSELL, JR., #17, MIP 15584 MR. JOHN M. KRIESEL, #303 Sponsor: T.E. Carnes 15585 MR.E. J. HIGHSMITH, #546 LCDR TERRY G. JONES, #414, MIP 15586 CPT HOWARD W. CAPPS, JR., #28 Sponsor: Charlie Wooddy 15587 COL ROBERT L. TIDWELL, #507 LTC TERALD M. KIEHN, #385, MIP 15588 CW3 SAMUEL J. SCHWENDNER, #369 Sponsor: David Greer 15589 SGT DEAN F. SKOKAN, #19 SKCS(SS) JOHN C. KOTHEIMER, #386, MIP 15590 LCDR JEFFREY P. KECK, JR., #58 Sponsor: Andrew Hirst 15591 CAPT JACK H. LUCAS, #43

Alexandria, Virginia 22308-1399-26 LT CHARLES A. LEWIS, JR., #526 15592 CAPT JAMES W. SMITH, #43 Sponsor: Fred E. Metzler 15593 MR. THOMAS E. CARNES, #507 8301 East Boulevard Drive RankSocial Security Number (last four digits only) Street No. City CW3 TERRY Name L. LOPER, #27, MIP 15594 MR. RAYMOND G. CHRISTENSEN, #25 Please change my address: TO TO: THE SOJOURNER Editor, Sponsor: Irving Dietscher 15595 MR. MARK S. WIGGINS, #534 MR. DANIEL V. MILLER, #504 15596 COL GEORGE H. JOHNSON, #27 Sponsor: Dan C. Critcher 15597 MR. ALFRED M. COCKRELL, JR., #133 16 THE SOJOURNER SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2007

15598 LTCOL ROBERT C. MARTIN, #503 15663 CAPT EDWARD K. ARNDT, #27 need approximately twelve hundred dol- 15599 PO1 LEON C. HOFFMAN, #45 15664 MAJ LORANCE D. LISLE, #27 lars to send two youth to the Freedom Foun- 15600 SCPO ALEXANDER C. MANZANO, #45 15665 CW4 DANIEL L. W. TAYLOR, #17 dation. 15601 MR. CHARLES W. UMBERGER, #542 15666 GYSGT CEDRIC E. RIGGS, #539 Here’s how it works: 15602 LCDR BERNARD R. WATKINS, #385 15667 CPL SCOT A. RODMAN, #539 15603 MR. THOMAS E. MEYER, #521 15668 DSCM MICHAEL D. WOODRUFF, #490 If we could all get together 15604 SGT STEVEN M. FOWLER, #266 15669 CSM JACKIE A. ASH, #328 On a nice cool day 15605 MR. DOUGLAS M. MARTIN, #266 15670 SSG RONALD K. SMITH, #328 To reminisce our war stories 15606 SP5 WILLIAM M. MCVICKER, JR., #266 15671 SW4 CLEVELAND VALREY, #490 On the shady bank of a lake 15607 CPL THOMAS F. CAMPBELL, #76 15672 MM1C DANIEL PASCHAL, #373 15608 MR. LARRY A. HANCOCK, #353 15673 MSG NORVILLE PASCHAL, #373 But, 15609 SP4 WILLIAM B. ROGERS, #184 15674 COL JOSEPH MURRAY, #373 since nobody likes another meeting 15610 MAJ DONAL D. DORY, #88 15675 PFC ROBERT G. HATFIELD, #386 And seldom have the time 15611 MR. ALVIN T. WENLUND, #328 15676 EOCS DOUGLAS W. ALMON, #386 This idea will save gas 15612 CMSGT ALLEN J. CLEMENTS, #460 15677 MSGT PETER N. VATISTAS, #386 If you’ll read this little rhyme. 15613 LTC ALWIN V. MILLER,#409 15678 CDR JAMES L. WARREN, #26 15614 LT COL KEYE E. PERRY, SR., #397 15679 SFC SALVADOR A. CAMPOS, JR., #17 So, sit right down and rest your back 15615 CAPT CHARLES H. BLACKNALL, #449 15680 T/SGT ALFRED M. RODGERS, #252 Around two to four 15616 CAPT HARRY W. CUMBER, #498 15681 LTC WENDELL A. DUTT, #529 Brew the tea that’s in the sack 15617 LTC OLLIE R. GUINN, #498 15682 COL RICHARD M. RIPLEY, #542 And even a little more. 15618 LTC RUSSEL E. HAIN, #409 15683 LCDR WAYNE I. SMITH, #996 15619 ETC JEFFREY L. STOBER, #409 15684 COL PHILIP A. TILSON, #130 After all the tea is gone 15620 1SGT ANDREW F. HIRST, #545 15685 1ST SGT GARLAND R. HARMAN, #535 Drop a donation in the envelope provided 15621 MR. TRUMAN L. BROWN, #498 15686 1ST SGT GARLAND R. HARMAN, #409 To help the Youth Programs to carry on. 15622 1LT RAYMOND VANDEN BERGHE, #997 15687 SFC HARVEY W. GOODWIN, #530 15623 LTC RONALD D. SORTINO, #997 15688 TSGT DAURENT J. BOUCHARD, #378 Mail your contribution today! Make your 15624 LTC RANDOLPH GECK, #542 15689 TSGT WALTER D. BOONE, #435 check payable to Piedmont Chapter No. 15625 LTCOL RUSSEL E. HAIN, #997 15690 SGT GARD W. ENMAN, #92 504 and write Youth Programs in the lower 15626 MAJ WILLIAM D. MEANS, #997 15691 SGT JAME K. ENOCHS, JR., #414 left corner of your check. 15627 COL JOHN P. THOMAS, #997 15692 MR. TERRY W. PERKINS, #414 15628 MR. THOMAS E. CARNES, #997 15693 SKCS(SS) JOHN C. KOTHEIMER, #386 15629 CPO WILLIAM BOTTORFF, #1000 15694 E6 H. GARY REICHERT, #536 15630 COL ROBERT W. COOPER, #1000 15695 LTCOL GREG W. CARLSON, #19 15631 LCDR J. J. FONTANA, #1000 15696 CSM BILLY C. MOSIER, #385 15632 LTC JAMES T. WOFFORD, #1000 15697 LTC TERALD M. KIEHN, #385 15633 CPT MICHAEL F. RIPBERGER, #386 15698 1SG JAMIE M. CLARK, #385 15634 LTC WILLIAM G. L. TURNER, #386 15699 TSGT VERNON L. TUTTLE, #171 15635 CAPT ROBERT W. KLEMENTZ, #409 15700 E5 JOHNNY C. SURLES, #329 15636 LCDR BERNARD R. WATKINS, #16 15701 LTC HOWARD H. HUTSELL, JR., #17 15637 SFC GEORGE S. MABRY, JR., #184 15702 MR. NICK R. RAMOS, #17 15638 SGM LOUIS M.NUMKIN, #8 15703 LTC JOHN A. RING, #386 15639 SGM CHARLES W. WAGNER, #364 15704 CAPT WILLIAM R. DURST, #88 15640 CAPT JAMES G. KINCHELOE, JR., #364 15705 CAPT DAN BOSWELL JORDAN, #513 15641 MR. VICTOR A. MCKELVEY, #60 15706 CW3 TERRY L. LOPER, #27 15642 SSGT RAYMOND D. GODEKE, #250 15707 MR. ROBERT E. GRESHAM, JR., #546 15643 MCPO WILLIAM J. WILLIAMS, #463 15708 SSG SEAN E. SCARCLIFF, #511 15644 LTC JOSEPH H. BAKER, JR., #171 15709 SGT DANNY L. DOUTHIT, #112 15645 MR. DAVID E. BEEBE, #171 15710 MR. GARY V. HILL, #112 15646 MAJ CHAD E. GIBSON, #171 15711 2LT BRANDON R. FAIRCLOTH, #504 PERIODICAL 15647 MR. STANLEY C. MILLER, #519 15712 CPT RICHARD D. CURLEY, #19 15648 BG BENJAMIN T. SUTHERLIN, #529 15713 ENS MICHAEL A. LANGER, #27 15649 SFC CHRISTOPHER HASSON, #303 15714 MR. OLIVER W. STRONG, #7 15650 MSGT CARL S. HOWARD, III, #541 15715 1SG GARLAND R. HARMAN, #28 15651 1LT VARUN J. PATEL, #265 15716 CW-3 JOSEPH F. ZITO, #265 15652 CPT FRANCIS J. PARONISH, JR., #22 15717 CPT JOHN MACADOFF, #134 15653 MAJ RICHARD W. WILLIAMSON, #310 15718 1LT GERALD T. CRAFTON, #134 15654 MAJ LORANCE D. LISLE, #373 15719 LT CARL ZEIDLER, #27 15655 COL EDWARD W. NOLTE, #373 15656 SGM LOUIS M. NUMKIN, #373 A NEW APPROACH FOR A FUND RAISER 15657 SCPO GEORGE S. DARBY, #444 15658 SCPO GEORGE S. DARBY, #19 Piedmont Chapter #504, National So- 15659 SCPO GEORGE S. DARBY, #303 journers, Inc. invites you to a “Tea (or Cof- 15660 MR. DELBERT R. MUSICK, #414 fee if you prefer) Party” for the benefit our 15661 LCDR TERRY G. JONES, #414 Youth Programs, which includes the Free- 15662 1LT KARL T. EMENS, #414 dom Foundation, ROTC awards, etc. We