MONTHLY MEETING

 EZRA S. GRIFFIN CAMP #8

May 18, 1995

 

The meeting was called to order by Commander Russell P. Jones, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

Other members in attendance were:

Joe Long Russ W. Jones Phil Jones Dennis Rightmire Bob Price
Mark Myers Bob Baker Bill Lindberg Bob Yeager  

 

The minutes from the April  meeting were read.  A motion to accept the minutes was made by Joe Long and seconded by Bill Lindberg.  All were in favor.

 

FINANCIAL REPORT:

Joe Long read the financial report.  Joe also mentioned that the drawing held in April was won by Steve Narsavage.    There are still 9 members who have not paid their dues.  A motion to accept the financial report was made.  All were in favor.  The report was accepted and referred to the audit committee.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

The cemetery project for May 2nd had been cancelled.

 

Flag replacement for Dunmore Cemetery has been set for May 23rd at 6:00 p.m.

 

An upcoming dinner has been planned for the Tripp House on September 30th.  The caterer is Cathy Gavin (Sterna's).

 

Grave Restoration - Joe has made up a partial list for Dunmore Cemetery.  He will also speak to Ray Deveraux.  Biggest problem is permission from the Cemetery.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

Application for Membership from Robert Long.  Referred to membership committee:  Dennis Rightmire, Phil Jones and Bob Price.

 

Joe Long presented a bill for $30.20 for stamps.  A motion to pay Joe was made by Bill Lindberg and seconded by Bob Price.  All were in favor.

 

A Thank You letter was received from Danny Wheeler for our donation to the National Patriotic Instructor of $10.00.

 

The Sons of the Revolutionary War have toured the Museum.

 

On May 27th, Joe Long will be going to Wilkes-Barre to represent the Camp at a Civil War Monument Rededication.

 

A discussion on the Memorial Day Services was held.

 

A $20.00 donation was approved for the 2nd Virginians Memorial Day support.

 

With no further questions, business or discussions, a motion to adjourn was made by Joe Long and seconded by Bob Price.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

Robert C. Shaffer

Secretary