Winter 2018 Number 4 the Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter

The Pennsylvania Mintueman Newsletter

A Publication of the Pennsylvania Society of the Sons of the American Revolution

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(Cover Story Excerpted from History.com) The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter AMERICA’S FIRST PRESIDENT ISSN: 18990 “In 1783, with a peace treaty signed between Great (USPS 907-020) Britain and the U.S., Washington, believing he had News of the done his duty, gave up his command of the army and Pennsylvania Society of the returned to Mount Vernon, intent on resuming his life Sons of the American Revolution as a gentleman farmer and family man. However, in Published Quarterly 1787, he was asked to attend the Constitutional Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter Convention in Philadelphia and head the committee to By draft the new constitution. His impressive leadership Pennsylvania Society of the there convinced the delegates that he was by far the Sons of the American Revolution most qualified man to become the nation’s first 966 Kennett Way West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380-5723 president.” “At first Washington balked. He wanted to, at last, Gregory J. Shively, President return to a quiet life at home and leave governing the new nation to others. But public opinion was so strong Pennsylvania Society of the Sons of the American that eventually he gave in. The first presidential Revolution, Publisher election was held on January 7, 1789, and Washington won handily. John Adams (1735-1826), who received William E. Harry, Editor the second-largest number of votes, became the Janice Showler & JoAnn Mengle, Proofreaders nation’s first vice president. The 57-year-old Washington was inaugurated on April 30, 1789, in New Please send news and press releases to: York City. Because Washington, D.C., America’s future capital city wasn’t yet built, he lived in New The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter York and Philadelphia.” ATTN: William E. Harry, Editor “The United States was a small nation when 595 ½ State Street Washington took office, consisting of 11 states and Meadville, Pennsylvania 16335-2272 Or approximately 4 million people, and there was no [email protected] precedent for how the new president should conduct domestic or foreign business. Mindful that his actions Yearly Subscription to Pennsylvania Minuteman would likely determine how future presidents were expected to govern, Washington worked hard to set an Member $2.00 Others: $ 4.00 Single Copy: $1.00 example of fairness, prudence and integrity. In foreign matters, he supported cordial relations with other POSTMASTER: Send Address changes to: countries but also favored a position of neutrality in The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter foreign conflicts. Domestically, he nominated the first ATTN: James F. Hall chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, John 966 Kennett Way Jay (1745-1829), signed a bill establishing the first West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380-5723 national bank and set up his own presidential cabinet. His two most prominent cabinet appointees were PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID AT Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) and MEADVILLE, PA 16335 Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton (1755- 1804), two men who disagreed strongly on the role of The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter Publication Deadlines the federal government. Hamilton favored a strong Spring Ed. due by Mar. 10 Printed by Mar. 30 central government, while Jefferson favored stronger Summer Ed. due by Jun. 10 Printed by Jun. 30 states’ rights. Washington believed that divergent Fall Ed. due by Sep. 10 Printed by Sep. 30 views were critical for the health of the new Winter Ed. due by Dec. 10 Printed by Dec. 30 government, but he was distressed at what he saw as an Request for submission: emerging partisanship.” Ø Pictures to be 300 dpi (High Resolution) SOURCE:History.com Staff (2009). George Washington Ø Font: 12 pt (Times New Roman) – US presidents. Retrieved from http://www.history.com Ø Identify Writer /topics/us-presidents/george-washington Ø Identify Photos taken by Ø Identify where pictures were taken

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Presidents’ Remarks

By Greg Shively, PASSAR President

he Fall Board of Management Meeting of Lunch on Saturday was followed by a the Pennsylvania Society Sons of the presentation by Gerry Mansell, Retired Army American Revolution took place November Sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Trd th 3 and 4 at the Hampton Inn Williamsport program gave a behind-the-scenes look at life as a Downtown. Our host, Tiadaghton Chapter, put member of an elite group of military personnel. together a memorable weekend, starting with a Assignment to guard the Tomb of the Unknowns is Friday Evening Social that featured Dr. John Piper , an honor that few receive, and all present enjoyed retired History Professor and Dean of Lycoming and appreciated the service of Mr. Mansell. College, giving a very interesting and thought - provoking talk on the origins of American Religion. The Tiadaghton Chapter members were The audience of compatriots and their ladies was admirable hosts, and their efforts were greatly fully engaged in the discussion and the program appreciated by all the attendees. I would like to received high marks. extend an invitation to all PASSAR Compatriots to attend our next Board of Management Meeting to The Saturday morning meeting evoked be hosted by the Gov. Joseph Hiester Chapter lively discussion and points of view on a number of February 2nd and 3rd. The reservation form can be issues. The Board approved a donation of found in this issue. $2,500.00 toward saving the Princeton Battlefield for posterity. The Civil War Trust has stepped up to I would like to close with a thought: we are coordinate the purchase of the Battlefield by living in a time when many of our institutions and providing a majority of the funding but needs ideals are being questioned. We need to remember funding from additional sources to preserve the site that as members of the Sons of the American from development. Our Ladies Auxiliary Revolution we have an obligation to proudly uphold contributed to the cause by selling Battlefield pins. to our fellow countrymen the ideals and principles The Board also approved a motion to purchase the of our founders which are the foundation of this last remaining bust of General Rochambeau for Great Nation. donation and placement in the Lafayette College Museum. All Pennsylvania Compatriots are invited I wish you all a Joyous Holiday Season and to attend Board of Management Meetings and are a prosperous and healthy New Year! encouraged to participate by voicing their opinions on various items that are discussed and voted upon.

Fraternally,

Gregory J. Shively PASSAR President

3 The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter Flowers in the Forest

The Floo'ers o' the Forest (are a' wede away) is an old Scottish song that was brought about by the Scots losing their battle of Flodden (1513). It is a story of a young lass who lost someone she loved so dear. We, as brethren, take this time to remember those who have gone before us with our hopes and wishes that they, like their patriot ancestors, will not be forgotten.

Name Chapter Death Date Ronald William Eisert George Washington 09/28/17 Eugene Guy Everly Fort Jackson 08/21/17 Robert Allison Farquhar Gen Arthur St Clair 09/11/17 Bernard Ray Kern Gov Joseph Hiester 11/03/17 Robert Burdette Marsh Philadelphia-Continental 11/17/17 Robert Thompson McConnell State at Large 07/06/17 Kay Eugene Remsnyder Tiadaghton 05/31/17

Welcome New Members

Chapter New Member Ancestor Sponsor

Christopher Gist James Hargess Clark Isaac Mayfield Raymond Howard Ford Christopher Gist Jason James Clark Isaac Mayfield Raymond Howard Ford Christopher Gist Mark Duane Miller Thomas Wilt Raymond Howard Ford Continental Congress Jushua Edward Neiderhiser Jesse Manley Franklin R. Grove, Jr. Gen Anthony Wayne Justin Alexander Wilds Cornelius Atkinson John Inman Gen Arthur St Clair James Wilbur Lasher George Leasure Anthony Wayne Keefer Gen Arthur St Clair Phillip Eugene Lasher George Leasure Anthony Wayne Keefer Gen Arthur St Clair Rudolph John Koser , Jr. Dietrich Bishoff Anthony Wayne Keefer George Washington Carter Michael Jobes William John Beavers Michael DC Merryman George Washington Connor David Watkins Benjamin Lincoln Michael DC Merryman George Washington Jackson Anthony Kowalczyk William John Beavers Michael DC Merryman George Washington Nathaniel Edward Kowalczyk William John Beavers Michael DC Merryman George Washington Thomas Allen Whitefield , Sr. Abraham Shoemaker Michael DC Merryman Gov Joseph Hiester Andrew Huls Bailey Henry Huls, Sr. Eric H Troutman Gov Joseph Hiester Owen Joshua Bailey Henry Huls, Sr. Eric H Troutman Gov Joseph Hiester Donald Frederick Kent , Jr. Oliver Goltra Eric H Troutman Gov Joseph Hiester Stephen David Brock Richard Thrails David Carl Brock Gov Joseph Hiester Trevor Nelson Parkes Daniel Nelson Eric H Troutman Harris Ferry Daniel George Lute Daniel Harper Robert J. Bakelaar Northeast Andrew Michael Bernoski John Range Don Drewry Northeast David Phillip Soskin Peter Dorland Don Drewry Northeast Joshua Lee Wilder John Range Don Drewry Northeast Lance James Stange Isaac Gallup Don Drewry Northeast Robert Eric Fio-Rito Thomas Wadsworth Don Drewry Philadelphia John Allen Mehring Johan Wolfgang Ned Allen Little Continental Mohring Philadelphia Lowell Harry Tomlinson John Addis, Jr. David Lowell Tomlinson Continental

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Philadelphia Continental Robert Monro Keffer William Porter J. Thomas Showler Philadelphia-Continental Christopher William Keffer William Porter Richard Keffer Philadelphia Continental Brian Russell Cairns Timothy Strong C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia Continental Christopher Scott Cairns Timothy Strong C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia Continental David John Bailie Peter Simon Ruth C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia Continental Joseph Edgar Poluch George Adam Bowersox C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia Continental Noah Christopher Cairns Timothy Strong C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia Continental Parker William Cairns Timothy Strong C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia Continental Ross William Miller William Trimble C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia Continental Shawn William Cairns Timothy Strong C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia Continental Steven Fedrick Ware George Paine C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia-Continental Charles William Bullard Isaac Bullard C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia-Continental Dennis Warren Bostick Henry DeBerry C. Kelsey Brown Philadelphia-Continental Zachary Lloyd Cooper Edward Marshall C. Kelsey Brown Pittsburgh Harris Nichole Ferris Jonathan Nichols William P Boswell Pittsburgh Rennick Alan Remley James Callaway William P Boswell Tiadaghton Daniel Adam Bower James Watts Paul Metzger Tiadaghton Eric Alexander Hess Godfrey Fiester Paul Metzger Tiadaghton John Lee Bower James Watts Paul Metzger Tiadaghton Michael James Hess Godfrey Fiester Paul Metzger Tiadaghton Trent Ashton Hess Godfrey Fiester Paul Metzger Valley Forge Barry L. Dieter Johann Christopher Don Drewry Christman, Sr. Valley Forge David Charles Schhaadt Johannes Schad Don Drewry Valley Forge Eric Christopher Dieter Johann Christopher Don Drewry Christman, Sr. Valley Forge George Federick Ewald , Jr. Elijah Hine Don Drewry Valley Forge Henry Calvin Schhaadt Johannes Schad Don Drewry Valley Forge John Frederick Reinhart , Jr. George Wolf, Sr. Don Drewry Valley Forge Michael Jason Dieter Johann Christopher Don Drewry Christman, Sr. Valley Forge Robert Allen LaRose George Peter Kessler Don Drewry Washington Crossing Aiden Shea Meister Joshua Anderson Eric H Troutman Washington Crossing Clinton Matthew Meister Joshua Anderson Eric H Troutman William Maclay Larry Ronald Kerstetter Leonard Kerstetter Eric H Troutman

George Washington Chapter Color Guard

On Veterans Day--Saturday, November 11, 2017-- members of the George Washington Chapter Color Guard celebrated the dedication of a marker listing the names of 48 Revolutionary War Patriots who are buried in two separate cemeteries located in Robinson Township in Allegheny County (formerly Washington County). Until recently, the burial sites of these men were unknown. George Washington Chapter President Kurt Winter was one of several dignitaries who spoke during the ceremony.

Pictured (L-R) are Michael Merryman, Gary Timmons, Ronald Miller and Kurt Winter

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Washington County Chapter of DAR Celebrates 125 Years

Featured below are Daughters of the Washington County Chapter DAR, third oldest in PA. Behind the ladies, are members of the George Washington Chapter Color Guard who were invited to attend its 125th anniversary celebration and to present the Colors.

Pictured (L-R) are Larry Perkins, Gary Timmons, Jay Frey, Ronald Miller

Congratulations Ladies Auxilary on 1st Year Anniversary

6 The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter Pennsylvania Society Sons of the American Revolution (Est. November 23, 1893)

Awards and Recognition 1st Quarter 2017-18

NSSAR Society of 1776 Donor Recognition

Bronze Quill Recognition J. Thomas Showler (Philadelphia Continental)

Signer Level John Mark Briggs (Philadelphia Continental)

Delegate Level David James Sweeney (Christopher Gist) Rian Marshall Sweeney (Christopher Gist)

Flag Streamer Recognition Philadelphia Continental Chapter

NSSAR Historic Sites & Celebrations State Society Flag Streamer Recognition Participation

Pennsylvania Society Mt Pleasant WV Battle Days – Oct 5-7, 2017 240th Anniversary Foreman Massacre, McMechan WV – Sept 1, 2017

Pennsylvania Society Certificate of Appreciation Presented by State President

Tiadaghton Chapter

Compatriots of the Tiadaghton Chapter Donald Edward Knaus Paul Clifford Metzger James Leonard Garthwaite, Jr. Eiderson Allen Dean Gary Lester Burkhart Thomas L. Edwards (Pittsburgh Chapter)

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ecently the Pennsylvania Society of the Witherspoon asking the invocation, portrayed by Sons of the The Rev David Felts, PASSAR Assistant R American Chaplain, while the ladies’ auxiliary was Revolution held their treated to a program at the Muncy Board of Management Historical Society focused on the history meeting at the of weddings. A luncheon followed the Hampton Inn in morning activities, after which Gerry Williamsport. Mansel, retired army and a former November 3 activities Sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown included a wine and Soldier in Washington DC gave a cheese reception and presentation describing what sacrifices the an outstanding young men make to be a member of such presentation by Presentation of Reverend Doctor John F. an elite group. The PASSAR BOM Reverend Dr. John F. Piper, Jr,. Picture bottom left, Reverend David meeting was hosted by the Tiadaghton Pelts DeliverdOpening Invocation. Piper Jr. Dr. Piper,

former Chair of chapter of the Lycoming The Sons of College the History American Department, Revolution. gave a For presentation on information the about Revolutionary becoming a War’s role in politics and religion. member of the SAR contact Gary Burkhart at The November 4th program started at 9:00 AM with [email protected] for more information. PASSAR board business with the Rev Dr. John K

VFMC Announces Name Change: H.R. McMaster Center for Security Studies faculty who are both practitioners and scholars. alley Forge Military College (VFMC) is pleased Additionally, Center activities, resources, and faculty are to announce that its Center for Advancement of available to all students who have an interest in these Security Studies will be subjects. Vrenamed in honor of LTG In addition, LTG McMaster was H.R. McMaster ’80, ‘17H, National conferred of an honorary degree from Security Advisor to the President of Valley Forge Military College. the United States and esteemed A dedication ceremony is scheduled alumnus of Valley Forge Military for Spring 2018. Academy. The Center will be Pictured left to right: Frank M. Spano renamed as the H.R. McMaster ‘01C, Associate Dean of VFMC; John Center for Security Studies. L. English ’91, Chairman of the VFMC’s H.R. McMaster Center for Security Studies, or Board, Valley Forge Military Academy The McMaster Center, is a virtual coordinating center Foundation; LTG H.R. McMaster ’80, ‘17H, National that houses faculty expertise to develop programs, Security Advisor to the President of the United manage outreach, create internship opportunities, and States; Colonel John C. Church, Jr., USMCR share information to serve students, academics, military (Ret.), President of Valley Forge Military Academy & professionals, industry leaders, and policy makers. The College; LTG H.R. McMaster ’80, ‘17H, National Center directly supports students enrolled in the Justice Security Advisor to the President of the United States; & Security Studies major with resources provided by the and Maureen A. Malone, Dean of VFMC.

8 The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter Fall Quarterly Meeting Pennsylvania Society Sons of the American Revolution Hampton Inn 140 Via Bella Williamsport, PA

Saturday, November 4, 2017

The Quarterly Board (BOM)

The quarterly Board of Management (BOM) meeting was held on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at the Hampton Inn, Williamsport, PA. It was hosted by the Tiadaghton Chapter; President Greg Shively in command. There were 25 compatriots present all with voting privileges, a quorum was declared.

The meeting was called to order at 0905, the colors being previously posted. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by PASSAR 1st Vice President, Raynold Prusia, followed by the singing of the National Anthem by Tom Showler. The Pledge to the SAR was led by 3rd VP Wayne Strasbaugh. Compatriot Rev. David Felts gave the Invocation. Compatriot William J. McKim, Esq. was appointed parliamentarian.

Roll Call Officers of the Society: President, Greg Shively First VP, Raynold Prusia, Jr. Second VP Clay Dawson Third VP, Wayne Strasbaugh Treasurer, Donald E. Mengle Secretary, James Hall

District Deputies: #1 Wayne Strasbaugh #2 Donald Drewry #4 Clay Dawson #5 Don Knaus #7 Gary A. Wiser #8 Ernest L. Sutton #9 Gary Timmons #11 William Harry

Former Society Presidents: J. Thomas Showler – 2002 &2010 Miles Dechant – 2005 James Garthwaite – 2007 Lanny R. Patten – 2008 William J. McKim, Esq. – 2012 Ernest L. Sutton, MD – 2013 Eric H Troutman – 2014 Joseph B. McMullen – 2015 Donald E. Mengle - 2016

Chapters

• Centre County –Donald E. Mengle, Gary Wiser • Continental Congress –Joseph B. McMullen, Dick McGeary • Erie – Raynold Prusia, William Harry • Gov. Joseph Hiester – Eric H. Troutman, Miles Dechant • George Washington - Gary Timmons. • Harris Ferry – Clay Dawson. • Gen. Arthur St Clair – Col Ernest L. Sutton, MD. • Northeast – Eugene Moyer

9 The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter • Philadelphia Continental – J. Thomas Showler, Lanny R. Patten, Gregory Shively, Wayne Strasbaugh, George Clarke, James Hall, Frank O’Donnell, Jr, • Pittsburgh – William J. McKim, Esq. • Northeast – Gene Moyer • Gen Anthony Wayne – Donald Drewry, David Felts • George Washington – Gary Timmons, Ron Miller, Joseph Shaffer • Tiadaghton – Paul Metzger, James Garthwaite, Gary Burkhart, Bud Thomas, Don Knaus

President’s remarks: Greg stated that his remarks are in the book, however he awarded a Silver Roger Sherman Award to Compatriot Thomas L. Edwards in appreciation of his services over the past few years. (Bill McKim received the award for Tom).

Treasurer Report, submitted by Don Mengle was approved subject to Audit. Registrar Report, Eric Troutman submitted Received Applications - Approved

Officers& Committee Reports 1st Vice Presidents Report (Raynold Prusia): 2nd Vice Presidents Report (Clay Dawson): Nothing to Add (NTA) 3rd Vice Presidents Report (Wayne Strausbaugh): NTA Secretary (James Hall): NTA Treasurer (Don Mengle): Registrar(Eric Troutman): Historian Report(Col Ernest Sutton, MD): NTA Genealogy (Don Drewry): NTA Chancellor (William McKim): NTA Chaplain (Rev. David Felts): NTA National Trustee (Don Mengle): District Deputy Reports: Color Guard: NTA Eagle Scout: NTA Finance Report: NTA Friends of the Library (Miles Dechant). Knight Essay: CAAH Program: George Washington Endowment Fund: Medals & Awards; American Poster Contest, ROTC/JROTC Contest, Arthur M. King Eagle Scout Scholarship Award, George & Stella Knight Essay Nominating Committee: NTA Newsletter: NTA DAR/SAR Liaison: NTA.

OLD Business • Bylaw No. 9 Fees & Dues as noted in Exhibit A – Amended as noted. This bylaw corrected the Exhibit A fees for Regular & Junior members • Change in Map – APPROVED (see page 54)

• Dues system is improving with over 60% paid, however the Chapters must participate to get the remainder to pay.

10 The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter New Business • Princeton Battlefield APPROVED $2000 donation approved – money from general operating fund. • Rochambeau Bust for Lafayette College. Proposed that PASSAR donate a Rochambeau bust to Lafayette College. The motion was approved, but not unanimous, $5000 payed to sculpture. • Annual Congress There is a possibility of having a national Congress to be hosted by the Philadelphia Continental Chapter and PASSAR along with the DELAWARE Society Year 2013 or 2014

Next Meeting: Friday & Saturday, February 2 & 3, 2018, The Inn at Reading, Reading, PA hosted by the Gov. Joseph Hiester Chapter. Respectfully Submitted, James Hall – Secretary Attest – Wayne Strasbaugh, Esq. – 3rd VP

Ronald W. Eisert November 03, 1942 - September 28, 2017 Ronald “Ron” W. Eisert, 74, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2017, after a nearly life long battle with kidney disease, and more recently MSA. Born November 3, 1942, in Buffalo, NY, to Janet Morris Eisert, of Washington, and the lateWilliam Eisert, he resided his entire life in Washington. Ron Graduated in 1961, from Immaculate Conception High School, and served briefly in the US Navy and was honorably discharged. He worked several years at S.A. Meyer Jewelry Store on Chestnut Street, graduated from Washington Institute of Technology and Penn Commercial. He was Employed for 29 years as a draftsman at McGraw Edison /Cooper until its closure. Ron later worked at Black Box. Until further health issues prohibited, he was involved in historical reenactments, both Revolutionary and Civil Wars. He can be seen dying twice in the movie Gettysburg, as a both a Union and a Confederate soldier. He was also an avocational archeologist for 30 years, and published numerous manuscripts on local site excavations conducted as a field associate of Carnegie Museum, Pittsburgh. Ron enjoyed fishing, canoeing, and researching his maternal pioneer ancestry, which he discovered dated back to the Mayflower. He was a member of the George Washington Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, American Legion Post 175, past member of the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology, and Washington County Historical Society. Ron spent many hours constructing the Washington Park Frontier Center along with its gardens. On October 8, 1966, he married Marian Spatafore in St. Hilary’s Church. He is survived by his wife, his children, Eric, of Washington, and Lynda(Edi) Roca, of West Orange, NJ; grandchildren Adem and Tyler Roca, and his dog Spencer. Also surviving are his mother Janet, 96, of Washington, 2 brothers: Thomas Eisert, of Pickerington, OH., David Eisert (Shirley), of Strasburg, VA., 2 sisters, Mary Francis Hann (Steve), and Tina Crino (Tony), and many nieces and nephews. Deceased are his daughter Angela, who died in infancy, his father Bill, his beloved dog Zoe, and a long line of ancestors he took the time to discover. He will be greatly missed by his entire family and will be celebrated as having ‘a life well lived.’

11 The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter Calendar of Events If your chapter has an event you want to share, notify the Minuteman editor at [email protected] with the following information: event title, date and time.

Date Event Time Host Place 1/20/2018 Erie SAR Chapter Meeting 12:00 PM Erie Chapter Erie Maennechor Club State Street, Erie, PA 2/2-3/2018 PASSAR BOM Winter Gov. Joseph The Inn at Reading Meeting Hiester Chapter 2/03/2018 LAPASSAR Meeting 9:00 AM Ladies The Inn at Reading Auxiliary 3/17/2018 Erie SAR Chapter Meeting 12:00 PM Erie Chapter Erie Maennechor Club State Street, Erie, PA 5/4-5/2018 PASSAR BOM Spring T.B.A. Meeting 5/05/2018 LAPASSAR Meeting 9:00 AM Ladies T.B.A. Auxiliary 5/19/2018 Erie SAR Chapter Meeting 12:00 PM Erie Chapter Erie Maennechor Club State Street, Erie, PA 7/21/2018 Erie SAR Chapter Meeting 12:00 PM Erie Chapter Erie Maennechor Club State Street, Erie, PA 8/3-4/2018 PASSAR BOM Summer T.B.A. Meeting 8/04/2018 LAPASSAR Meeting 9:00 AM Ladies T.B.A. Auxiliary 9/15/2018 Erie SAR Chapter Meeting 12:00 PM Erie Chapter Erie Maennechor Club State Street, Erie, PA 11/17/2018 Erie SAR Chapter Meeting 12:00 PM Erie Chapter Erie Maennechor Club State Street, Erie, PA

General Anthony Wayne Chapter Presents the Americanism Award

General Anthony Wayne Chapter Deputy Chaplain and PASSAR Assistant Chaplain David Felts presenting the Americanism Award to the Owner and General Manager of WBVP-WMBA radio, Mark D Peterson. Photo by Zack Ulrich, station personnel.

“How little do my countrymen know what precious blessings they are in possession of, and which no other people on earth enjoy!” ― Thomas Jefferson

12 Patriot Grave Marking Medal ~Floyd Turner, PASSAR Patriot Records Chairman

In 2012, the National Society authorized the Patriot Grave Marking Medal which “recognizes both past efforts to identify and report data on Revolutionary War graves and to encourage new efforts to identify graves.” The award can be presented by the National Socie- ty, District Vice President General or State Society President. Application for the award is available on the NSSAR website and must be submitted/approved by the NSSAR Patriot Records Com- mittee for approval before presentation can be made.

Requirements for Earning the Patriot Grave Marking Medal (this is a brief summary, see NSSAR Handbook, Volume V for details):

1. A ‘Patriot Grave Marking’ must involve a ceremony as defined in the Patriot Grave Marking Manual.

2. The Patriot(s) being honored must be prominently recog- nized in the program and during the ceremony.

3. The following additional criteria must be met:

a. To count toward a compatriots Grave Marking Medal, they must have participated in the planning/execution of the ceremony in a significant way.

b. The compatriot must participate in at least fifteen grave marking events (Prior events back to 1 Mar 2011 are eligible for inclusion). Multiple markings events can occur during a single ceremony, see Handbook and Grave Marking Manual for important details.

c. The ceremony/event should include the placement of an SAR marker. Some cemeteries may not allow the marker so up to, but no more than, 50% of the submitted grave markings may be without the placement of an SAR marker.

d. The compatriot must submit data on the grave in- cluding photographs, address, etc. to the Patriot Records Committee using the appropriate form.

The medal may be awarded multiple times if a compatriot qualifies with additional grave markings. A bronze oak leaf cluster will be presented for subsequent awards

See NSSAR Handbook; Volume V and Patriot Grave Marking Manual for details and more information. The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter

Washington Crossing Awards Bronze Good Citienship Award

he Washington Crossing Chapter of the John Glover of the Marbleheaders, who rowed Pennsylvania Society Sons of the 2,400 of George Washington's men, cannons and American Revolution held a dinner horses across the river. The crossing led to the T th meeting on Tuesday October 12 . The chapter pivotal victory by the Continental Army over the was treated to an engaging presentation by Hessians stationed in Trenton. The Marbleheaders Frank Lyons titled Tales of the Marbleheaders. were a group of fishermen from Marblehead After the presentation, the Bronze Good Massachusetts who formed a militia. They later Citizenship certificate and medal was presented become a regiment in the Continental Army and to Frank for his many years of dedicated service formed, what some call, Washington’s first Navy. to the reenactment of General Washington and The crossing would not have been possible without his troops crossing the Delaware River on their seamanship skills. Christmas night in 1776. Frank portrays Colonel

Picture caption: Chapter President Ray Minich presents the Bronze Good Citizenship certificate and medal to Frank Lyons

14 The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter Winter Board of Management Meeting February 2 & 3, 2018 Hosted by the Gov. Joseph Hiester Chapter The Inn at Reading

Friday, February 2nd

3:00 PM to 6:00 PM: Registration 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM: Dinner: Choice of Grilled Chicken Bruschetta, Sliced Roast Beef, Pot Roast Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, or Vegetarian Lasagna. Served with Mixed Green House Salad with House Dressing, Assorted Rolls & Butter, Chef's Choice Starch and Vegetable, and Dessert.

Saturday, February 3rd

8:00 AM to 9:00 AM: Registration 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM: BOM - Continental Breakfast Juices, Fruits, Breakfast Breads & muffins, Coffee & Tea 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM: Ladies Program - Continental Breakfast Juices, Fruits, Breakfast Breads & muffins, Coffee & Tea 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM: Luncheon and Program - Lunch Buffet Luncheon Speaker: Bruce E. Mowday, author and award-winning Newspaper reporter will talk about Reporting The Revolutionary War: Before It Was History, It Was News to which he contributed an essay on the battles of Brandywine and Germantown. Ladies Program: Matthew Dodd presents songs and stories of the Red, White, and Blue.

Accommodations: The Inn at Reading, 1040 North Park Road, Reading, Pennsylvania 19610 Room Rate: $89.00 plus tax for single or double occupancy. Guests are to make their reservations directly with The Inn at Reading at 610-372-7811. Please be sure to mention you are with The Sons of the American Revolution group room block when making reservations. Reservations need to be made by January 03, 2017. Check out time is 3:00 PM.

Winter BOM Meeting – February 2&3, 2018 Please reply by January 20, 2018 Name & Chapter / Org.: ______Address: ______Phone & Email: ______Name(s) of Guest(s): ______Registration Fee (Compatriots Only): _____ @ $15.00 $ ______Friday Dinner: _____ @ $25.00 $ ______Select: Chicken: _____ Beef: _____ Vegetarian: ______Saturday Ladies Program: _____ @ $10.00 $ ______Saturday Luncheon: _____ @ $20.00 $ ______Total $ ______

Make Checks Payable to: Gov. Joseph Hiester Chapter. Mail check and registration form to: David G. Loose Jr., 37 Sagebrook Drive, Reading, Pennsylvania 19606.

15 The Pennsylvania Minuteman Newsletter Periodicals Postage PASSAR FEES & DUES Pennsylvania Society of the Sons of the American Revolution PAID 966 Kennett Way Meadville, PA West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380-5723 16335 NEW APPLICANT National Society $ 80.00 To:

1st Calendar Years Dues NSAR $ 35.00

Pennsylvania SAR $ 21.00 + First Calendar Years’ Dues $ 21.00 PASSAR Transfer from CAR under age 22 $ 35.00 = 1st Calendar Year Dues, NSAR Calendar 1st Year Dues PASSAR $24.00 ANNUAL DUES National Society Dues $ 35.00

Junior Member $ 5.00 Pennsylvania Society $ 24.00 Chapter Fees vary Family $ 35.00 Application (2nd & additional Applications on the same line) National Society In This Issue: + First calendar year dues,NSSAR $ 35.00 01 Cover 02 Legal Notice Pennsylvania Society $ 12.00 02 Cover Story + First calendar year dues, PASSAR $24.00 03 Presidents Remarks 04 Flowers in the Forest, Welcome New Members REINSTATEMENT 05 Welcome New Members, Geo. Washington Color Guard 06 Washington Chapter Celebrate DAR 125th Anniversary Current Year Dues + Late $ 56.00 07 Awards and Recognition Fee $10.00 08 PASSAR Board of Management Meeting, VFMC Announces Name Change: TRANSFER & REINSTATEMENT H.R. McMaster Center for Security Studies $ 56.00 09 BOM Minutes 10 BOM Minutes SUPPLEMENTAL 11 BOM Minutes, Obituary: Ronald W. Eisert National Society $ 60.00 12 Calendar of Events, Gen. Anthony Wayne Presents Americanism Award Pennsylvania Society $10.00 DUAL MEMBERSHIPS 13 Graves Registration Awards Medal 14 Washington Crossing Awards Bronze Good Citizenship Award Note: Chapter fees must be added to all above 15 Winter 2018 Board of Management Meeting Registration categories. 16 Dues, Table of Contents

LIFE MEMBERSHIP 17 Life Memberships are available for the 18 National State and Chapter Levels. The exact 19 costs is based upon the member’s age. Please 20 contact your Chapter Secretary/Treasurer for 21 costs and information 22 23 ERIC H. TROUTMAN, PASSAR Registrar 24 [email protected] (610) 448-7855