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President’s Message:
! Greetings everyone; I want to thank you for your support at the Installation Rally. A special thanks to Clyde for officiating at the event. In this issue you will find a complete schedule of events for the next twelve months. There are events to suit all. ! Thanks to everyone who volunteered to host a rally or luncheon; your assistance is appreciated. ! The next rally is the Trap Pond Rally, hosted by Roger and Celeste Sansom. There is still time to reserve you campsite. This has always been a fun rally, one the younger members really enjoy. As in the past we will have an ample supply of fire wood for the campfire.! The Christmas luncheon at the Wayside Restaurant, hosted by Phil and Fay Cruchley is the last event before most of the snowbirds leave for Florida. We are looking forward to seeing you there.! Please look at the schedule for next year and make plans to attend as many of the event as you can.! Again, thanks for your support and hope to see you at the Trapp Pond Rally. Chuck
President:Chuck Helwig 302-730-1206 [email protected]
1st Vice-President:Les Parks 302-475-8882 [email protected]
2nd Vice-President:Sue Comstock
Recording Secretary:Maryann Parks
Corresponding Secretary:Margaret Helwig
Treasurer:Frank Blunda 302-537-1498 [email protected]
Membership:Roger Sansom 410-251-8574 (new) [email protected](new)
Sunshine: ( New)Bobbie Smith 410-348-5769 [email protected]
Unit Officers 2010
In this issue: Installation Rally by Frances MasonCarter’s Corner: The meaning of Veteran’s DayDelmarva Veterans Quiz. This should be easy, they haven’t changed that much ! Hint: They are all very active members in the Unit.Answers will be e-mailed after a few days. Get your answer sheets ready !
Unit Trustees: Charles Carter 2010, Herman Duke 2010, Phil Cruchley 2011, Bruce Purcell 2011
Recipe of the Rally: InstallationClaire’s Caramel Apple Cake
! CAKE1 cup packed light brown sugar1 cup granulated sugar1-! cups vegetable oil3 eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1 tsp. baking soda2 tsp. Cinnamon! tsp. nutmeg! tsp. salt5 Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples, cored, peeled & cut in !-inch pieces1-" cups copped pecans or walnuts2-" tsp. vanilla extract
Caramel Glaze 4 tbls. Butter" cup granulated sugar" cup light brown sugar Pinch of salt! cup heavy cream
Instructions1. Preheat over to 325. Butter and flour a 9 by 13 pan.2. To prepare cake, beat both sugars and oil in a mixing
bowl until very well blended. Add eggs one at a time, beatings well after each addition. Sift together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; gradually add to egg mixture, mixing just until blended. Stir in apples, pecans and vanilla; pour into pan.
3. Bake for 50 to 75 minutes, or until toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in the pan while preparing the glaze.
4. To prepare the glaze, met butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in both sugars and salt, cook over medium-low heat for 2 minutes. Add cream and boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Poke holes in the cake with a skewer or toothpick. Pour on the glaze. Serve warm or at room temperature. Top with whipped cream or ice cream. Makes 12 servings.
If you did not attend the Installation Rally you missed a wonderful weekend. As you can see we had a full corp of officers, we thank Sue for stepping in. The weather was kind to us. No rain - a little wind once in a while, but we were dry the whole time. We had some wonderful meals, I'm sure everyone went home with some added pounds. We have some fantastic cooks in our unit, Chuck and Malcolm are a blessing to our unit and they worked very hard at the rally -- we thank them. We thank Clyde our Installing Officer for the great job he did. can you believe he wore long pants and a sport coat. See what you missed. We wish Chuck and Maggie a year of safe travels and good times See you down the road. Love from us.
Message from Margaret and Carl
! Thanks, from all Delmarva members to Carl & Margaret Morris. You did so much during the past several years to make us a united and successful club. Hand crafted cards for birthdays and anniversaries, special delicious food prep, organization of rallies, representing us at Region 2 and International: were just a few ways you were constantly helping everyone in our unit. ! Many thanks ! It was appreciated by everyone! Thank you for all your work.!
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! Veterans Day is an American holiday to honor our military veterans. It is on Nov. 11 because WWI formally ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day in the 11th month. It was first called Armistice Day, but later changed to honor all veterans of the U. S. military. ! Freedom is not now nor never has been free. It is paid for by veterans and their families sacrificing part of their life and sometimes their very life to buy the liberties we enjoy today. Veterans have earned their titles, they are a brave and special sector of our country. Some went to war, some didn’t. Some were drafted and some volunteered. Some came home to cheers and parades, some didn’t. Some came home in coffins and some didn’t come home at all. They have all played a major part in keeping America strong and free. The next time you see a soldier in uniform, thank them for their service to our country. They are the shield between us and danger. They are proud of what they do. They deserve to be honored, they deserve to know we are proud of them. “The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.” T. Jefferson “For people who are free, and who mean to remain so, a well organized and armed militia is their best security.” T. Jefferson To be born free is an accident. To live free is a privilege. To die free is a responsibility. “Those that give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.” B. Franklin “History does not trust the care of freedom to the weak or timid.” D. Eisenhower America is worth defending, she is worth saving. Veterans Day is a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Our older vets are dying. Not one should die without our gratitude. Fly your flag with pride and thank a vet today. We are the land of the free because of the brave.
Crater’s Corner: Veterans Day
Guest writer: Charlotte Lovelace Carter
Thanks Delmarva Veterans and all Veterans. It is because of your service we enjoy the benefits and freedoms of being American.
Your service is appreciated.
Thanks....
Take the “Salute to Delmarva Unit Veterans” quiz on page 7.
Want to do more ? Salute a soldier this Veterans Day, Nov 11. Send holiday cards and messges of cheer to service members through the Holiday Mail for Heroes program, a partnership between the American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes. The third annnual drive kicks off on Veterans Day and runs throught December 7th. Information for 2009 available in early November at redcross.org
Beacon Editor with his Uncle Paul (late 1943). Paul was killed in Germany just a few days before the war ended.
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NovemberAnniversaries
November 12-15th, 2009Trap Pond State Park Rally
Sansom Family
December 5, 2009Christmas Luncheon
Wayside Inn, Smyrna, DEFay & Phil Cruchley
January 23, 2010Snowball Lunch
Eagle Restaurant, Dover, DEComstock & Helwig
February 6, 2010Flamingo Fling
Travelerʼs Rest, FlPhil & Fay Cruchley
February 13, 2010St. Valentineʼs Luncheon
Wayside Inn, SmyrnaTom & Connie Littel
February 17, 2010St. Patrickʼs Luncheon
Michaelʼs Restaurant, NewarkJohn Chromy & Millie Brown
April 22-25th, 2010Joint Maintenance Rally
with Keystone4-H Park Centreville, MD
May 2010 Date TBAChestertown, Md Rally
Charlie & Iva Lee Carter
May 26-31st, 2010Region 2 Rally
Paris, Ontario, Canada
June 27- July 4th, 201052nd International Rally
Gillette, Wy
August 6-8th, 2010Cristfield, Md Rally
Crisfield VFWFrances & Boots Mason
September 17-19th, 2010Jersey Shore Rally
Jersey Shore Haven, NJConnie & Tom Littel
October 21-24th, 2010Installation Rally
4-H Park Centreville, MdMargaret & Chuck Helwig
Delmarva Unit Schedule 2010Page 4
November BirthdaysGary Behler 05Betty Miller 11
Lisa Ashman 16Kay Runyan 16
Helen McAneny 16Tina Mudge 18
Neil Lindeman 20Richard Spencer 21Frank Laughlin 26Zoe Lefkowitz 28
Bob & Helen McAneny 25
D.J. & Kay Runyon 26
Messages:Please keep members who are experiencing health problems in your thoughts and prayers, especially Kay and DJ Runyon.
Bobbie Smith is our new “sunshine” person, please inform her of any correspondence that has to be made.
Thanks to all Veterans who sent pictures for this issue.Also, thanks to all who made contributions.
Anyone that is considering a trip to the Region 2 and/or International Rallies please contact President Chuck Helwig.These trips are in the planning stages.
Installation Rally 2009
By: Frances Mason
Frances with her newly printed family cookbook.
! If you would ask the Delmarva Unit members what was the most special thing about the Installa-tion Rally at the 4-H Park in Centreville, I imagine the first thing that would come to mind for most of us would be the delicious food much of it prepared by Chuck and Malcolm. The comments were: “You could cut the prime rib with a fork”, “Itʼs the best Iʼve ever eaten”, and “I wonder if thereʼs enough for seconds”. The chicken was delicious too as was the pork roast Chuck did on Thursday evening. Carl Morris prepared a wonderful smoked turkey for the pot-luck meal Friday evening. Then there were Neliaʼs hot homemade cinnamon rolls for Sunday morning, It doesnʼt get much better than that. All of these things were greatly appreciated and enjoyed.
! But, the most important thing that happened was that Sue Comstock agreed to accept the office of 2nd vice president. The nominating committee had not had any luck filling that office and our op-tions didnʼt look good. Thanks to Sue, we have a full slate of officers and Delmarva Unit is in good hands for the next few years.
! Several members arrived on Thursday with the rest coming in on Friday. Centreville is a lovely town with interesting shops and houses. After doing some gardening at the 4-H park, some of the ladies went to the quilt shops, gift shops, the farmerʼs mar-ket and other interesting places in town. Many of our members went to the unique farm museum on the park grounds.
! Delmarva Unitʼs outstanding bulletin board made by Malcolm and Sue Comstock was on dis-play. They did a wonderful job of telling the history of Delmarva Unit in pictures. Thanks to the Comstocks. Continued on page 6......
The rally anniversary couples: Margaret & Carl and Bobbie & Don( With their Cake !)
Thanks to Margaret & Carl for planning those great breakfasts.
Also, thanks to Nelia for those delicious breakfast rolls.
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The highlight of the weekend was the installation of officers. Clyde Warden installed Chuck Helwig as president, Les Parks as 1st vice president and Sue Comstock as 2nd vice president. Maggie Helwig was installed as Corresponding Secretary and Mary Ann Parks as Recording Secretary. Frank Blunda will continue doing his outstanding job as treasurer. New trustees are Phil Cruchley and Bruce Purcell. The unit members appreciate having these dedicated members leading Delmarva Unit for the coming year. Thanks to Carl Morris for his leadership during this year. He and Margaret have served our unit well." At the worship service Sunday morning the answers to “word jumbles” were disclosed and were the theme of the service. The unscrambled phrases were “Why worry when you can pray” and “Make me a Blessing.” The service was closed with Herman Dukes leading the group in singing, “BLEST BE THE TIDE THAT BINDS”. " Those who could stay for lunch were treated to the leftovers from the previous meals. " Attending the rally were: John and Carole Adams, Frank and Kay Blunda, Malcolm and Sue Comstock, Phil and Fay Cruchley, Herman and Wilma Duke, Chuck and Maggie Helwig, Albert and Frances Mason, Carl and Margaret Morris, Les and Mary Ann Parks, Stan and Nelia Sholette, Don and Bobbie Smith, and Clyde and Claire Warden.
Installation rally continued...
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Rally Food !
Delmarva Officers 2010
President Chuck & First
Lady Margaret with son
Chris, daughter-in-law
Delea and Grandchildren
Chris & Amelia
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Delmarva Veterans1.
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Directions: Name the Veteran 1-7.Match the ladies ( A & B) with the veteran they married.
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Delmarva Veterans QuizPage 7
Most of AllThanksgiving Day brings to mind
the blessings in our livesthat usually go unnoticed:a home that surrounds us
with comfort and protection;delicious food, for pleasurein both eating and sharing;clothes to snuggle up in,
books and good entertainmentto expand our minds;
and freedom to worship our God.Most of all we are thankfulfor our family and friends,
those treasured peoplewho make our lives extra special.
You are part of that cherished group.
On Thanksgiving, (and every day)we appreciate you.By Joanna Fuchs
Happy Thanksgiving!
By Joanna Fuchs
Make your camping reservations online or call the Campground Reservation System at 1-877-98 PARKS. Try to reserve in loop A.Call Roger & Celeste to let them know your’re going.
H- 410-251-8574Pay your $10 ( per Rig) rally when you arrive at the rally.
Rally Schedule:Early arrival on Thursday....on your own.Friday: Pot luck dinner at 6:00. Meat will be provided, bring a side dish to share. Friday night campfire, hot chocolate and marshmallows.Saturday: Full breakfast . Possible activities in the area to be announced at the rally. Nighttime dinner at a local restaurant. (TBA). Campfire after dinner.Sunday: Continental breakfast and worship service
Trap Pond 2008
Help needed....! Sue Comstock is working on the 2009 Unit Merit Awards.Documentation is need for the volunteer work completed by members this past year. If you have done volunteer work please call or e-mail [email protected]
Yes, it will be here before you know
it and so will our Christmas
Luncheon! It will be held again this
year at the Wayside Inn in Smyrna, DE
on December 5th. Arrival time at the
Inn will be l2:00 noon. An hour, or
so, will be given us for "Meeting,
Greeting, Chatting and Getting
Settled." Around l:00 pm, we will
start ordering our lunch, off the
menu. Dessert will also be ordered
off the menu, if you so desire. We
will be given separate checks to
which the gratuity will be added.
Hosted by Phil & Fay
Please call Fay or Phil Cruchley
by the 30th of November if you
wish to attend. Please don't call
us after that date 'cause that
will be too late. You have nearly
two months to call, so "Don't Be
Late."
Fay & Phil Cruchley Home302-834-4045 Cell302-229-9895
Christmas Luncheon Date:
December 5th, 2009
Arrival Time: l2:00 NoonWhere: Wayside Inn Route l3 Smyrna, DE
Merry Christmas Delmarva !
Saturday Dec. 5th, 2009
ChristmasLuncheon
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Saturday January 23, 2010
4th Annual
Snowball Luncheon
The usual place: Noble Eagle Restaurant in Dover.The Noble Eagle is located just South of the route13 and 113 split in Dover. ( Just South of Target)No coupons or rally fees to mail in just call Sue or Margaret to let them get an attendance number.Then come to the restaurant at 11:30 on January 23.
Order off the menu, prices s t a r t a t $ 6 . 9 6 f o r a complete lunch. Separate checks will be given with t h e g r a t u i t y a l r e a d y added.
Sue Comstock 302-697-6476Margaret Helwig 302- 730-1206
Beat the January blues with some good food and companionship. See you there!
