The Haversack. The Newsletter of the SGT Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution

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1 The Haversack The Newsletter of the SGT Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution September, 2012 Flag Day & Awards Reception The Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter held its Second Annual Flag Day & Awards Reception at FSK Post 11, The American Legion, 1450 Taney Avenue, Frederick, on Thursday, June 14, The Reception was Co- Sponsored by Post 11 and VL 155, 40 & 8 under the NSSAR Partner In Patriotism program. Following a Social Period, the Awards Program was called to order and a SAR Flag Retirement Ceremony performed by Cub Pack 1055 of FSK Post 11. Guests of honor were the recipients of the following awards: 5th Grade Essay Award, Knight Essay Award and Flag Awards. Also, the ROTC Awards and School (Outstanding Citizenship) Awards, previously presented at School Assemblies, were announced. Additionally, the following Winning Essays were presented: 5th Grade Essay entitled, "How the Design of the Original Revolutionary War Flag promoted a strong feeling of Citizenship" and the Knight Essay entitled, "Turning Point The New York Campaign" by Sam Gregoire, a Junior from Tuscarora High School, which had been announced in January. 5th Grade Essay winners: Left to right, 7th - Joyce Li, North Frederick; 4th - Nicole Houchins, Glade Valley; 8th - Rachel Johnson, SJRCS 5th Grade Essay winners (cont.): Left to right, 6th Sophia Jackson, North Frederick; 1st Abigail Hawman, SJRCS; 2nd Dmitri Millholland, SJRCS; 3rd Angie Ortiz-Ryals, Glade Valley (Not pictured was 5th Brynn Grover, The Visitation Academy) Knight Essay award winner: Samuel Adam Gregoire, Tuscarora High School Flag Award winners: Left to right, Charles Larry Bishop, President Sgt Lawrence Everhart Chapter, SAR; J.D. Fouche, 1st Vice Commander, FSK Post 11, Rick Weldon, Government Winner, Brunswick City Administrator; Mrs. Jeanine Young, Individual Winner, Ijamsville; and Mr. Ai Smith, SAR Chapter Flag Award Committee Chair. (Present for the awards but not pictured was Chad Tyler, Company Winner, the Tyler Company, Ijamsville, and Mike Andrew, Chairman of the Veterans Memorial Park Committee for the Brunswick VFW and Past Brunswick VFW Post Commander)

2 Woodsboro Memorial Day Parade John Hanson National Memorial Dedication Members of the Lawrence Everhart Chapter, SAR, again participated in the Woodsboro Memorial Day Parade, which is a joint effort with the Frederick and Carrollton Manor Chapters of the DAR, and the CAR, on May 27th. Members were encouraged to attend in order to match or exceed the DAR members in attendance. Dave Schrodel provided and drove his convertible for those who could not walk in the parade. The Chapter was between the Frederick and Carrollton Manor DAR Chapters with the CAR Group leading. The Chapter was led by the Chapter Banner carried by President Larry Bishop and Past President Jack Schrodel. The Chapter Color Guard outfitted in various renditions of period uniforms was mustered into service again with Andy Bass, Don Deering, Gene Moyer, CWO Bill Robertson and MSG (Ret.) Rick Stup. Other members of the Chapter attending and supporting the event were: Bruce Champion, Stan Davis with the VL 155 Locomotive, Frank Joy with the 29th Division Association, Wayne Larkin and Charlie Nicodemus. If you have questions about the event and interested in participation next year, contact Event Coordinator Larry Bishop at charleslb@comcast.net. The John Hanson National Memorial was dedicated on August 4, 2012 at the Frederick County Courthouse. It was well attended by members of the Sgt. Everhart Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution as well as members of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Officials from Maryland and Frederick County and City addressed the attendees, and the day was proclaimed John Hanson Day by the City of Frederick. Chapters members attending were Sheldon Shealer, Jr.; Carl Harbaugh; Neil Fay; Gene Moyer; George Lewis, Jr.; Jack Schrodel; and Fred Michel, as well as Doug Stuart, President of the John Hanson SAR Chapter and MDSSAR 1st VP, Pat Warner. Summer Event Gravesite Dedication The Summer Event Committee conducted the dedication of the gravesite of Cpt. Joseph Swearingen at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, on June 24, 2012 at 3:00 PM. It was well attended by approximately forty (40) people, which included fourteen (14) Chapter Members, members of the Frederick and Carrollton Manor Chapters DAR Members and the public. MDSSAR Officers president were: President C. Louis Raborg, Jr., 1st VP Pat Warner and 2nd VP Doug Favorite. The MDSSAR Color Guard, David Embrey Commanding, was able to support this effort with the assistance of Chapter Member George Lewis who participated as a Flag Bearer. Compatriot Rev Frederick W. Pyne officiated. If you wish to work on the next event or want information about the next Patriot Grave Dedication/Marking, contact Larry at: charleslb@comcast.net or

3 Urbana Graduate wins 2nd Place in National SAR Orations Contest Rebecca Kneebone, daughter of Lorrie and Guy Kneebone, recently took the second place in the National Orations Contest sponsored by the National Society Sons of the American Revolution. Rebecca just graduated from Urbana High School and qualified for the expense paid trip to Phoenix, AZ to compete in the National SAR contest by winning at the Maryland State level. Orations Contest competitors must recite an original composition of five to six minutes in duration without prompts or notes. The presentation must be word for word as originally written and must be relevant historically and currently applicable. Points were awarded for presentation and subtracted for variations from the original script. Atlantic Middle States SAR Conference The Chapter participated in the Atlantic Middle Association Conference on August 11, 2012 in Newark, Delaware. VP General and former MDSSAR President Duane Tackitt was in charge of the event. Past Chapter President and MDSSAR 2VP Doug Favorite attended and represented the Chapter. Also, the Chapter was asked to represent MDSSAR in the Education Program of the Business Meeting. Secretary Rick Stup and Registrar Ed Smith prepared and delivered a Presentation on the Chapter New Member Initiative and Membership Committee. Information CDs were provided to each State Society for use and available for distribution to chapters. The Atlantic Middle States include: Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia. Cub Scout Pack 1055, sponsored by the FSK Post 11, conducted the Flag Retirement Ceremony as well as presented and retired the colors for the Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Chapter SAR and FSK Post 11 Flag Day and Awards Reception. Participating in the event was front row (left to right) Alex Keefer, Xander Lyons, Joey Daly, Aaron Alexander, Peter Abell, Alexander Jackson, Nathaniel Jackson, Aydan Marzullo, and AJ Maher. Back row (left to right) is Randy Alexander, Cub master and John Jackson, Pack Committee Chair. Cub Scout Pack 1055 Conducts Flag Retirement Ceremony 3

4 Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Scholarship Announcement SAR offers The Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Scholarship to Eagle scouts in Frederick County, the state of Maryland and nationally. This scholarship is open to any Eagle Scout who has not yet reached his 19th birthday (during the year of application which runs from January 1 to December 31) and is an active member of his scouting unit. While most of the financial assistance comes from the national SAR, the program requires that an applicant start at the Chapter level. An individual scout can be awarded up to $8,000 with the first runner-up earning - $4, and the 2nd runner-up - $2, Prizes and recognitions are also awarded by the Sargent Lawrence Everhart Chapter and the Maryland State Society. Each entrants needs only to complete only one application -- the one for the chapter competition. If it is a winner it is then used for the state competition, and if it is a winner again it is used for the national competition. The application consists of three elements, a two page application, a four generation ancestor chart and a five hundred word essay on a patriotic theme. All of these are available on line. Finally, the Sargent Lawrence Everhart Chapter also has a program to acknowledge the hard work, persistence and effort in earning the Eagle Award with a certificate of reconnection usually presented at the scouts Eagle Court of Honor. On behalf of the members of the Sargent Lawrence Everhart Chapter, Sons of the America Revolution we encourage each scout earning his Eagle this year to apply for both. Forms can be found here: Appalachian Trail District website under scholarships. NEW! Chapter Polo Shirts With our active Chapter Membership and Programs especially during warm/hot weather, we wanted to provide an alternative but distinctive option to wearing coats & ties. So, we've made arrangements to have SAR Chapter Polo Shirts to those members who may wish to purchase them. The shirts are available in White, Ash or Sport Grey with the SAR Logo and Chapter Name embroidered on them. The estimated price is as follows: Small-X Large -$22 XX Large -$24 XXX Large-$26 We would like to place the first order by October 1, After the first order, we'll know if additional shirts may be purchased individually, or if a consolidated order is required. If anyone is interested in information and/or purchase of a shirt(s), contact Rick Stup, Chapter Secretary, at rlstup@aol.com. 4

5 Chapter to Hold Annual Meeting and Elect Officers The Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter will hold its Annual Meeting at Dutch s Daughter Restaurant, 581 Himes Avenue, Frederick, on Thursday, October 11, Our annual affair will commence with a Social Hour starting at 6:00 PM. The business meeting will be called to order and dinner served at 6:30 PM. The Three Entree Buffet consists of Carved Top Round, Atlantic Salmon and Portabella Chicken accompanied by sides and desert; the cost is $35 per person. Please mail your checks to Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Chapter, 199 Fairfield Drive, Frederick, MD prior to September 28, 2012, and call Chapter Secretary Rick Stup at A New Member Initiation and Orientation will be conducted by the Membership Committee at 5:15 PM immediately prior to the Annual Meeting. A key part of this meeting will be the election and installation of Chapter Officers for the ensuing coming year. Guests of honor will be MDSSAR President Lou Raborg and Guest Speaker, Winifred Okamitsu, who will deliver a "Living History Presentation as a Revolutionary War Nurse." Additionally, Annual Chapter Awards will be presented. Election of Chapter Officers The Election and Installation of Officers for the next year will be held during the Annual Meeting on October 11, The Nominating Committee makes the following recommendation for a Slate of Officers for the Year: Chapter Officers (By-Laws): President Richard L. (Rick) Stup* First Vice President George E. Lewis, Jr. Second Vice President Thomas M. (Tom) Sherald Secretary Richard L. (Rick) Stup* Assistant Secretary Cornelius R. (Neil) Fay* Treasurer Douglas C. (Doug) Favorite* Chaplain Rev. Frederick W. (Fred) Pyne* Registrar James E. (Ed) Smith* Historian Donald J. (Don) Wolf* Assistant Historian Charles S. (Jack) Schrodel* Chapter Officers (Non By-Laws): Assistant Treasurer Robert W. (Bob) Frank* Assistant Chaplain Rev. David G. (Dave) Oravec* Assistant Registrar Andrew L. (Andy) Bass* Registrar Emeritus Frederick W. (Fred) Pyne* Web Master William L. (Bill) Robertson Editor Patrick T. (Pat) Boyton (* Indicates current Officer) Silent Auction The Chapter Silent Auction will be held at the Annual Meeting on October 11, 2012 during the meeting. We are still soliciting donations for the Auction. If you have any items, especially Patriotic or Historical Items, Books, etc. or any other items that you wish to donate, wish to help or have any questions about it, please contact Assistant Secretary, Neil Fay at neilfay@verizon.net or Rick Stup, Chapter Secretary, at rlstup@aol.com. 5

6 Flag Committee We're looking for nominees for the 2013 Flag Awards. The Categories are: Individual, Business & Institutional Properties. Nominations from Chapter Members are requested to be submitted by December 31. If you have any questions or a Nominee, please contact Flag Committee Chair, Gene Moyer, at eugener.moyer@verizon.net or Fund Raising Committee We are still in need of a replacement for Co-Chair, a Grant Writer and Committee Members. If you have any suggestions and/or are interested in serving on the Fund Raising Committee, please contact Don Deering at dadeering@comcast.net or Rick Stup, Chapter Secretary, at rlstup@aol.com for details. War Service Medal & Military Service Medal Any member who has not received a War or Military Service Medal and qualifies for it, you are encouraged to file the application. The War Service Medal was authorized since inception in 1899, and the Military Service Medal was authorized in There is a short form and military service documentation that is required. Once prepared, the application package is submitted to the Chapter Secretary for review and submitted to NSSAR through MDSSAR. The medals are generally awarded by the State President at The MDS- SAR George Washington Birthday Event in February. Any member who would like additional information on these medals and the process are asked to contact Chapter Secretary Rick Stup at rlstup@aol.com. Public Relations Committee New Committee Chair Sheldon Shealer is working to continue the activities of the PR Committee but is in need of help to coordinate Chapter Events/Activities for press coverage, and Web Page Updates. Anyone interested in serving on the PR Committee, Web Site Sub-Committee or the Newsletter, please contact current Sheldon Shealer, at sheldon.shealer@comcast.net or Rick Stup, Chapter Secretary at rlstup@aol.com for details. Chapter Members are encouraged to visit the site at for information about upcoming meetings and events. Committees & Information In order to encourage committee involvement and provide information to members, an Information Area will be available at Chapter Meetings. Committee Sign Up Sheets with a brief explanation of each committee will be available for your convenience. Also, information about SAR Programs will be available along with any information about SAR Events that is available. Anyone interested is serving on any Chapter Committee or have questions about any of the Chapter Committees, please contact Chapter Secretary Rick Stup at rlstup@aol.com, any Chapter Officer or Committee Chairs. Membership Committee The Membership Committee is currently assisting a number of prospective members. Any Chapter Member with a prospect or any prospects are requested to contact Registrar Ed Smith, Committee Co-Chair. The prospect will be assigned a Committee Member to assist them with questions and the process. DAR/SAR Joint Prospective Member Workshops will again be suspended during the summer. If any member wishes to assist with this or has a prospect, please contact Committee Co-Chair Ed Smith. If anyone is interested in serving on the Membership Committee, please contact one of the permanent members: Committee: Co-Chair: James E. (Ed) Smith (Registrar) edwin@smith.net Members: Charles L. (Larry) Bishop (Pres.) charleslb@comcast.net; Richard L. (Rick) Stup (Secretary) rlstup@aol.com; Cornelius R. (Neil) Fay III (Asst. Sec.) neilfay@verizon.net; Charles S. (Jack) Schrodel (Editor) jackschrodel@verizon.net; Andrew L. (Andy) Bass bass8@comcast.net; Timothy P. (Tim) Gallagher spqr753@msn.com The Membership Committee encourages members to refer potential new members to the Membership Web Page on the Chapter Web Page. It includes a Prospective Member Helper located at membership.html to assist with the process. We would like to welcome the following new members who have been approved for membership by NSSAR since the Chapter Semi-Annual Meeting: Gary Leroy Brohawn, Michael David Harbaugh, Robert Gerald Jacobs, Robert Dennis Joy, Christopher Matthew May, David Martin Taylor and Karl Woodcock. These new Compatriots will be inducted into the Chapter at the Annual Meeting on October 11th. 6

7 Announcements It is with sadness that we announce the death of Compatriot Roy K. (Ken) Twentey. MDSSAR is looking for teenage female and male relatives of members to be presented as Debutantes and act as escorts respectively for the Patriot Ball on December 8, If you are interested for a relative of yours, contact Rick Stup, Chapter Secretary at rlstup@aol.com or for more information. If anyone knows of a Chapter Member in poor health, please notify Secretary Rick Stup at rlstup@aol.comor or Assistant Secretary Neil Fay at neilfay@verizon.net or We'd like to keep the rest of the Chapter Members informed. The Chapter was awarded "The Partners in Patriotism Certificate" at the 2012 NSSAR Congress in Phoenix, Arizona. Important Dates Annual Chapter Meeting & Election of Officers: Thursday, October 11, 2012 at Dutch's Daughter Restaurant MDSSAR BOM & Semi-Annual Meeting: Saturday, October 6, 2012 at Dutch's Daughter Restaurant, Frederick DAR/SAR Workshops: 20 Oct. & 17 Nov. at C. Burr Atrz Library from Noon to 4:00 PM & 2 Nov at the Historical Society of Frederick County from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM with the Carrollton Manor Chapter DAR. MDSSAR Patriots Ball: Saturday, December 8, 2012 at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Timonium MD MDSSAR George Washington Birthday Luncheon: Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Towson Golf & Country Club Chapter Business & Planning Meeting: Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Trunk Hall, Evangelical Lutheran Church (Working Meeting) Information Web Links: NSSAR: MDSSAR: Sgt. Everhart Chapter: Sgt. Everhart Chapter Events are posted on the MDSSAR Events Calendar. (Go to the Events Tab and the month, click on the event, and details of each event be able to be viewed.) Patriot Grave Markings Each year our Chapter dedicates the grave of a Revolutionary Soldier. It is our intention to seek out, for now, the Frederick County grave sites of all revolutionary soldiers/ patriots from whom one of us descends. If any of you have such a soldier/patriot buried in this County please let me Larry Bishop know his name and where buried. that information to Larry at charleslb@comcast.net, or by letter to: C. Larry Bishop, 2472 Bear Den Rd., Frederick, MD Executive Committee Meeting Minutes (September 12, 2012) The following members were in attendance: President Larry Bishop, 1st VP Don Deering, 2nd VP Paul Offutt, Secretary Rick Stup, Assistant Secretary Neil Fay, Treasurer Doug Favorite, Registrar Ed Smith, Assistant Treasurer Bob Frank, Veterans Committee Chair Sheldon Shealer and George Lewis, Essay Committee Chair John George, and ROTC Chair Bruce Champion. Rick Stup reported that the Annual Meeting is to be held at Dutch s Daughter Restaurant, 6:00 PM on October 11th, 2012, and stated that the Membership committee will conduct a New Member Initiation/Orientation at 5:15 PM immediately prior to the Annual Meeting Social Activities. Officers and Committee Chairs are encouraged to attend. There are 5 new members to be Initiated and Inducted into the Chapter. Also, there will be a number of awards presented in addition to the Election of Officers. Meal price will be $35 to cover the number of guests, which was approved by the Executive Committee. Rick Stup stated that the speaker will be Winifred Okamitsu, who will speak in the Character Role of a Revolutionary War Nurse. Rick Stup presented his proposal to have the Guest Speaker give her presentation during the meal (desert) to save some time. He indicated that, in his opinion, it had worked well at the MDSSAR George Washington Birthday Event, will save considerable time for the rest of the Program, and will permit the Speaker to return to her Westminster Home before we get into the Meeting Business. 7

8 (Cont. from page 7) Rick Stup reported that the awards needed from NSSAR had been obtained and were ready. Some awards prepared by the Chapter were in the process of completion. Rick Stup discussed the VIP Invitations and General Invitations. He stated that MDSSAR President Lou Raborg has accepted the invitation to attend and administer the Oath to the Chapter Officers, and a Family Member of the deceased member will be invited. Notices will be sent to the Frederick and Carrollton Manor DAR Chapters, and award winners have been requested to be present. Neil Fay reported on the Silent Auction to be held during the Annual Meeting on October 11, He stated that following up on a suggestion by fellow compatriots, the Chapter might be able to help make up its funding shortfall and possibly fund other initiatives, through a silent auction. Lou Raborg, Paul Offutt, Rick Stup, Chris Phillips, Don & Liz Deering, Walt Wolfe, Bob Frank, John George, Fred Michel and Patty & Frank McGill had donated items. We need more items. It was reported that a $100 check had been received from Frank McGill again this year to support this effort to add operational Funds to the Chapter. Treasurer Doug Favorite gave an update on the Chapter Finances/Budget, and stated that Budget Committee's will meet to discuss the 2013 Chapter Budget and the 2013 Budget with recommendations will be presented at the November 29th Executive Committee for discussion. Any requests by Committees need to be forwarded as soon as possible. Also, if any member has a program or event that they wish the Chapter to undertake financially, that information needs to be forwarded as soon as possible for consideration by the Budget Committee. The Budget needs to be approved at the January Meeting. Larry Bishop stated that Fred Pyne indicated that the 2013 Summer Event would be the Dedication and Marking of the grave of Col. John McPherson, Ancestor of Compatriot Frank McGill. Larry will provide Editor Pat Boyton an Article for the September Haversack for members to notify the Secretary if their Patriot Relative is buried in Frederick County and where. Rick Stup presented the Chapter Committees and Chairs for He stated that he had contacted each Committee Chair to ensure that they agree to continue. Also, because of requests to be replaced, there are several new Committee Chairs for the following Committees: Eagle Scouts, Flag, School/Outstanding Citizenship, and PR. All have agreed to serve in that capacity. Neil Fay reported that the Flag Day & Awards Reception on June14, 2012 at and co-sponsored by FSK Post 11, The American Legion, was a big success. There was a great deal of positive input from all. There were some minor problems, but they were all worked out. He stated that we will continue with the Flag Day & Awards Reception co- Sponsored By FSK Post 11 and VL 155, 40/8 and we may expand the Program next year. The Nominating Committee consisted of: Larry Bishop, Chair; Doug Favorite; and Jack Schrodel. Committee Members contacted potential candidates for office of the Chapter. Based on those contacts and assessment of operations this year, the Nominating Committee makes the following recommendation for a Slate of Officers for the Year: Chapter Officers (By-Laws): President Richard L. (Rick) Stup First Vice President George E. Lewis, Jr. Second Vice President Thomas M. (Tom) Sherald Secretary Richard L. (Rick) Stup* Assistant Secretary Cornelius R. (Neil) Fay* Treasurer Douglas C. (Doug) Favorite* Chaplain Rev. Frederick W. (Fred) Pyne* Registrar James E. (Ed) Smith* Historian Donald J. (Don) Wolf* Assistant Historian Charles S. (Jack) Schrodel* 8

9 (Cont. from page 8) Chapter Officers (Non By-Laws): Assistant Treasurer Robert W. (Bob) Frank* Assistant Registrar Andrew L. (Andy) Bass* Assistant Chaplain Rev. David G. (Dave) Oravec* Registrar Emeritus Frederick W. (Fred) Pyne* Web Master William L. (Bill) Robertson* Editor Patrick T. (Pat) Boyton (* Indicates current Officer) The Nomination Committee Report was approved with the Chaplain and Assistant Chaplain Positions to be verified by Larry Bishop and Don Deering respectively. Don Deering & Paul Offutt reported on the Fund Raising Committee's progress. President Larry asked Rick Stup to review the Agenda for the Annual Meeting. The Agenda was satisfactory to the Committee. Rick Stup presented his proposal to appoint a Chancellor and Surgeon for next year was accepted. Larry Bishop announced that the Chapter had been awarded "The Partners in Patriotism Certificate" and recognition for the Public Service Heroism Awards at NSSAR Congress in Phoenix, AZ. Rick Stup announced that we will no longer publish a summary of the Chapter Meetings in the Haversack. The PR Committee met and after discussion felt that since the Minutes were distributed via after each Chapter Meeting, and we have so much more Chapter News to go in, that it was wasted space and even the summaries were too long. Rick Stup provided information about Chapter Polo Shirts that he has arranged to have made for purchase. Rick Stup presented his Goals for the Chapter during his Term as President. A brief summary of the Chapter's participation in the Educational Program at the Atlantic Middle SAR Conference was given. Larry Bishop announced the dates for the prospective Member Workshops this Fall. Larry Bishop announced the receipt of a thank you letter for the Sympathy Card sent to Carrollton Manor Regent Tara Lampman-Boulden on the passing of her Step Mother. John George shared the information and request for help to judge the Frederick DAR Chapter Essay Contest in January. Doug Favorite announced that a Budget Committee Meeting will be held before the November Executive Committee Meeting, and requested that any anticipated expenditure needs to be forwarded to him in as soon as possible. Doug Favorite announced that he will be leaving employment at Frederick County for a similar position with Frederick County Public Schools in two weeks. His work address with change, which he will provide once known. Budget Committee Meeting will be held before the November Executive Committee Meeting, and requested that any anticipated expenditure needs to be forwarded to him in as soon as possible. The MDSSAR BOM & Semi-Annual Meeting is Saturday, October 6 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 and 11:45 AM - 3:00 PM respectively at the Dutch's Daughter Restaurant in Frederick. Doug Favorite is the Chair of the Meeting for MDSSAR, and all are encouraged to attend one or both of the meetings. The next Executive Committee Meeting is November 29, 2011 at 10:30 AM at Trunk Hall, and the 2013 Chapter Budget will be proposed. The Annual Meeting is October 11 at 6:00 PM at Dutch's Daughter. There will be a New Member Initiation/ Orientation conducted by the Membership Committee prior to the meeting at 5:15 PM. It was announced that Joann Schrodel's grave will be dedicated by the Frederick DAR Chapter on Sunday, September 16 at 2:00 PM. It is located behind the Old Chapel at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. All Chapter Members are invited to attend. 9

10 News-Letter of the Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Chapter Sons of the American Revolution 210 East Church Street Frederick, MD NOTICE The Annual Meeting of the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Sons of the American Revolution Will be held at Dutch s Daughter Restaurant 581 Himes Avenue, Frederick, Maryland On Thursday, October 11, 2012 At 6:00 PM (Social Hour) and 6:30 PM (Dinner) Remit Payment of $35 per person, by September 28, to Sgt. Lawrence Everhart Chapter and Mail to 199 Fairfield Drive, Frederick, MD Call Secretary Rick Stup at for Reservations by September 28,