060994

MONTHLY MEETING

EZRA S. GRIFFIN CAMP #8

June 9, 1994

The meeting was called to order by Camp Commander Bob Shaffer, followed by the recital of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Other members in attendance were:

Joe Long	Bill Lindberg	Russ P. Jones	Bob Yeager
Ron Albert	Bob Price	Russ W. Jones

The minutes from the May meeting were read and a motion to accept the minutes was made by Ron Albert and seconded by Bill Lindberg. All were in favor.

FINANCIAL REPORT:

The financial report was read by Joe Long. A motion to accept the report was made by Bill Lindberg and seconded by Commander Shaffer. All were in favor.

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE:

Commander Shaffer appointed Bob Yeager, Bob Price and Ron Albert to a membership committee to review the applications of John Hart and Lee Stone. Mr. Stone will hold a dual membership. He is also a member in Maryland.

OLD BUSINESS:

Joe Long reported that 3 of the 7 members in arrears have paid their dues: Conrad Kwolek, Charles Mercer and Russell Kaub. Members not yet paid are Joseph F. Adams, David W. Morris, Dr. Lee W. Davis and Kenneth Rhodes. Joe reported that Joe Adams will be paying his dues and he will also be talking to his son about re-instatement.

The Memorial Day Services were well attended by both Camp and Auxiliary members and numerous guests. Rev. George Kramer of the Asbury Methodist Church gave a talk on Symbols and Meanings. Ryan Onofrey of Cub Pack #90 recited the Gettysburg Address. Eric McGinnis played Taps. Eric also accepted to play next year. And, as always, the chairs and podium were donated by the Providence Presbyterian Church. Immediately following the Services, the Ladies Auxiliary served refreshments at the Library and Museum.

Commander Shaffer sent letters of thanks to those who participated in the Memorial Day Services.

Due to the age of the Spanish American War Flag, it was decided it will not be carried at the 4^th of July Ceremonies at Lake Lincoln.

There will be no meetings held in the months of July or August unless a situation arises which dictates a special meeting.

Joe Long made a motion to pay one half of the cost of the wreath for Memorial Day presented by the Auxiliary. Bob Price seconded the motion. Three members abstained and the other members voted yes. The motion was carried.

The winner of the drawing held on May 28^th was Ray Scheller. There will be drawings in July and August even though there will be no meetings.

We will discuss the dinner meeting to be held in October or November at the September meeting. Joe Long will also try to secure a speaker for this meeting. Details to be discussed.

Joe Long presented a bill for $23.20 for postage and Commander Shaffer presented a bill for $23.25 for supplies. A motion to pay the bills was made by Bill Lindberg and seconded by Bob Price. All were in favor.

The 50/50 drawing was won by Bill Lindberg ($4.50). Donations of $2.00 (visitors from San Diego) and $4.50 (half the 50/50 drawing) will go to the fund to help distressed members.

With no further business, questions or comments, a motion to adjourn was made by Bob Yeager and seconded by Ron Albert. All were in favor.

NOTE: Before the meeting, Commander Shaffer introduced 2 visitors from San Diego, California who visited the Museum. These men were working with Commander Shaffer at Tobyhanna Army Depot.