MONTHLY MEETING
EZRA
S. GRIFFIN CAMP #8
November 11, 2010
The meeting was called to order by Commander Ray Sulger, followed by the Pledge
of Allegiance.
Other members in attendance were:
| Bob Shaffer |
Joe Long |
Craig Kelly |
Scott Teeters |
Douglas Teeters |
| David Teeters |
Howard Wolfe |
Frost Decker |
Bob Sulger |
Rich Ryczak |
| Dale Keklock |
Harold Bowers |
Mike Grayson |
Russ Jones |
Steve Thompson |
| Bob Baker |
Chester Kowalski |
John Hart Jr. |
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The minutes for the October meeting were read.
A motion to accept the minutes was made by Mike Grayson and seconded
by Bob Sulger.
All were in favor.
FINANCIAL REPORT:
Joe Long read the financial report with the following information:
End Balance for November 5th - $2,975.10
Help Money - $217.00
No ticket winner as of yet
A motion to accept the financial report was made by Mike Grayson and seconded
by Bob Sulger.
All were in favor.
APPLICATION FOR MEMBERHSIP:
Secretary Shaffer received an application for Membership from the
Department Jr. Vice Commander for Thomas C. Post of Lake Ariel, PA. His
ancestor was John Pross of the 5th Pennsylvania Cavalry. His form 30 was
reviewed and initialed for our records.
The meeting was then suspended so that pictures could be taken of the Past
Commanders for official record.
OLD BUSINESS:
The meeting was again suspended so that the Ladies could be invited in to
finalize the Christmas Party. Mary Jo Long reported that the party is to
be held December 2nd, 2010 at 6:30pm, at a cost of $12.50 per person.
Checks are to be made to Auxiliary #10 and must be received by November 26th.
A call for volunteers to help Scott set up was made and anyone wishing to help
should be at the Museum on Tuesday evening, November 30th. The Ladies will
bring desserts. A grab bag of $10.00 will be held, men for men and women
for women. Bob Sulger was unofficially volunteered to be the ticket taker
for the grab bag. There will also be a 50/50 drawing.
NEW BUSINESS:
Department Commander Howard Wolfe summarized the Mid-Year Meeting for those
that were unable to attend. A brief synopsis is as follows:
Discussion of Officers Reports; Department Commander suggested establishing a
Memorial Fund; Flag loaned to Camp may actually be donated to the Camp and then
loaned to the Museum; Department Treasurer still updating records from Past
Treasurer; GAR Memorials Committee established and discussion held as to what
will be accomplished; 2 new Camps, one in Greensburg, PA and one in Sunbury, PA;
a discussion on the Sesquicentennial.
FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER:
Commander Sulger reported that on November 15th, the Scranton Cultural
Center will host the Author of Gods and Generals for presentation. Call
the Center for tickets.
The meeting was closed for the Installation of Officers.
NOMINATIONS:
COMMANDER: Robert Sulger
SR. VICE COMMANDER: Frost Decker
JR. VICE COMMANDER: Dale Keklock
TREASURER: Joseph Long
SECRETARY: Robert Shaffer
PATRIOTIC INSTRUCTOR: Craig Kelly
A motion was made by Russ Jones and seconded by Chet Kowalski that, being
only one person was nominated for each Office, the Secretary cast one vote in
Acclimation that all nominations be closed.
Outgoing Commander Ray Sulger was acknowledged for his service and the Past
Commanders Badge was pinned to him by his wife, Mary Rose Sulger.
Department Commander Howard Wolfe then presided over the Installation of the
Officers for 2011.
With no further business, questions or discussion, a motion to adjourn was
made by John Hart and seconded by Joe Long.
All were in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert C. Shaffer
Secretary