Thread Number: 38703
/ Tag: Conventions, Mini-Meets, Parties
VCCC NEWSLETTER INFO/UPDATE!!!!!!! |
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Post# 411284   7/8/2019 at 11:31 (1,747 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 411285 , Reply# 1   7/8/2019 at 11:37 (1,747 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 411287 , Reply# 2   7/8/2019 at 12:10 (1,747 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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He is a very creative man, full of ideas. With a little inspiration (4 eyes are always better than 2), I can only imagine how nice, new, fresh, etc it's going to be.
I'll be contacting Alex Taber, too. The reason is simple: We're dedicating the newsletter to the memory of one of the "pioneers of The VCCC, Ann R. Taber". She was the one who first typed them when the club was in it's infancy. I know Alex will be touched to see that none of us has forgotten his mom, Ann. |
Post# 411293 , Reply# 3   7/8/2019 at 16:04 (1,746 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 411392 , Reply# 4   7/11/2019 at 09:50 (1,744 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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WE went over tons of stuff. The newsletter will be fresh, new, fun, etc. Sam is very creative. I think/trust/hope you're all going to be very pleased and satisfied with the results. A few 'mock ups 'will be made, changes, etc.
WE found a wonderful photo of Alex Taber AND his late mother, Ann. I am very proud and pleased to say that we, The VCCC, are dedicating this newsletter to her. She was there from the very beginning. I think it is only fitting. I hope Alex will be pleased with what we're doing for both him and his mother, Ann R. Taber. We're also starting to bounce around things for the Christmas "Holiday" issue. IF anyone has anything, wants anything to go int there.................... sharpen your pencils. |
Post# 411403 , Reply# 6   7/11/2019 at 14:34 (1,744 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Well, the HARD COPY newsletter is BACK with a PUNCH!!
In 2 years, the VCCC convention will be held in Scranton, PA, about an 8 hour drive from North Carolina. Might I offer you an invitation to at least reconsider rejoining? I know there has been a lot of 'bad blood' in the PAST. where it belongs. I had nothing to do with it. Yet, I, myself, have been ridiculed, made fun of, threatened, even by others who don't know me, and NEVER really will.I'm not about to go down any unpleasant road. But, I've chosen the 'high road' and have risen above the stench. If you'd care to belong to The VCCC once more, that would be great. If not, I totally understand. You and I have never had a cross word. I can't see that changing . The decision is entirely yours. But, consider it, at least. |
Post# 411409 , Reply# 7   7/11/2019 at 16:05 (1,743 days old) by bnsd60m9200 (Akron OH)   |   | |
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Post# 411411 , Reply# 8   7/11/2019 at 16:18 (1,743 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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I think most of the club wanted a printed copy of the newsletter. We revisited the issue after we had voted to go paperless at the Minneapolis convention in 2011. I am extremely happy that Sam and John are taking over the newsletter. I hope that there are no hard feelings. Personally, I've never done anything harmful to people inside or outside of the club. Especially online. I really wish a certain person or groups of people would really think things through before jumping to conclusions. After all it's just a vacuum club. I have much important things to attend to such as ill grandparents and my job. You can believe me or not. It's your choice! I just wanted to get that off my chest.
Anyway back to the newsletter. We are still acquiring photos and stories to go into the newsletter. I really appreciate John and Sam for doing the brunt of the work. Thanks again! |
Post# 412185 , Reply# 10   7/29/2019 at 14:06 (1,726 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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This is why we welcome all ideas, suggestions, etc.
I'm meeting with Sam again tomorrow night. We'll organize pages, setups, displays, articles, etc. NOW IS THE TIME to add ANYTHING you'd like in there. Pretty soon, it will be too late. There are some great things going in it. A touching tribute to Ann R. Taber, for instance. (She was the club's original secretary, and son of co-founder, Alex. SOON, we will be getting ready for the Holiday issue... lots of Christmas stuff. AGAIN, IF you want things in it............................. here's your chance. I know there will be attention paid to ALL makes of machines. And, I'm all HOOVER. But, it will not be a "Hoover" issue...... but................ Also, we're working on the "roster". IF you do not wish your name to be on it..............................."Coming: Christmas, 2019" |
Post# 412241 , Reply# 11   7/31/2019 at 08:11 (1,724 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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We spent hours last night going over layout, articles, pouring over photos,etc.
I think you're gonna like this newsletter. (Well, some probably won't like it). Also, I know nonmembers will see it. and some will have comments. My ears are already burning. But................... the rest...................... enjoy! Already thinking about the Christmas issue. YES, there WILL be a Christmas holiday issue, too. Stay tuned........ |
Post# 412246 , Reply# 12   7/31/2019 at 10:32 (1,724 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 412261 , Reply# 13   8/1/2019 at 07:46 (1,723 days old) by jscarlato (Clairton, PA)   |   | |
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I was a dues-paying member of the VCCC a few years ago. How do I go about rejoining? |
Post# 412262 , Reply# 14   8/1/2019 at 08:34 (1,723 days old) by Kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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There's a PayPal link on our website. All the information is there. Looking forward to seeing you again Joe! I remember talking with you at the Kirby convention in 2014.
www.vacuumcleanercollectorsclub.o... CLICK HERE TO GO TO Kloveland's LINK |
Post# 412264 , Reply# 15   8/1/2019 at 11:43 (1,723 days old) by eurekaexpress (Hazleton, PA)   |   | |
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I'm hopping to come to next years convention to see you and everyone else. |
Post# 412265 , Reply# 16   8/1/2019 at 11:43 (1,723 days old) by eurekaexpress (Hazleton, PA)   |   | |
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Post# 412329 , Reply# 17   8/3/2019 at 10:57 (1,721 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 412330 , Reply# 18   8/3/2019 at 11:01 (1,721 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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we'll perfect the text for the newsletter.
I'm known as the "grammar Nazi" at the college. Simple things: like spelling plurals correctly. Like, when people accidentally say "Hoover's" instead of Hoovers. HOOVERs is plural, where Hoover's is singular possessive. Asking, "Hoover's WHAT"? Of course, we all can, and do, make errors. But, for a printed newsletter, it must be correct. I teach English. "Thank you, Sister Pauline". (She was the BEST grammarian on the planet). |
Post# 412447 , Reply# 19   8/6/2019 at 10:38 (1,718 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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"whimsical" treat, entitled, "Where in the world is Tania Voight?"
Always such a good sport, she allowed us to take pics of her in various "settings'. You'll see her 'adventures'.................traveling around the globe (kinda like Flat Stanley). Does anyone know about "Flat Stanley"? It'll be fun, no doubt. Stay tuned................. This post was last edited 08/06/2019 at 11:28 |
Post# 412498 , Reply# 20   8/7/2019 at 14:15 (1,717 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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after I return from North Canton.
He has spent HOURS doing the front 'cover page'. I hope/trust our members will enjoy it. I have no doubts that lots of others will see it as well. some may not like it. Some may 'rip it to pieces', figuratively speaking. They might hate it, mainly, because they might actually be impressed. It's the only way to 'react'. That's fine, too. But, the "hard copy" is back. And, the Christmas "Holiday" one will follow. |
Post# 413061 , Reply# 21   8/24/2019 at 13:31 (1,700 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 413065 , Reply# 22   8/24/2019 at 20:16 (1,699 days old) by vacman1961 (North Babylon, New York)   |   | |
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John, I too used to enjoy the printed copy of the newsletter, also living here on the East coast it would be great to have a convention here. I am sending in my dues to rejoin the club. Hopefully I will be able to make one of your mini meets this year. |
Post# 413090 , Reply# 23   8/25/2019 at 23:29 (1,698 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 413091 , Reply# 24   8/25/2019 at 23:36 (1,698 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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There are about 2 pages left to do. It's amazing!! I'd give Sam an idea, and he'd come up with great, colorful,creative results.
we were able to list names in some places, (yes Louis, we listened). We were unable to do it everywhere. I'm sure some will criticize it, but..... hey. It is looking fantastic! Sam looked up important facts about Kansas City. They are well-known for (jazz, fountains, and barbecue). You'll see it, as well as a very touching tribute to Anne R. Taber. Sam made my suggestion surpass my expectations. Well-done, Sam!! More to come. |
Post# 413156 , Reply# 25   8/27/2019 at 22:16 (1,696 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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In preparing this, of course, we looked at many past issues. All kinds of things were found. Some great stories, photos, articles, etc. are there. Also found, in issues (before my time), were minutes of meetings. Some were pleasant, fun. Others revealed info on members who are no longer members.... along with the reasons why. I won't list the issue(s) or page numbers. But, they are there. When one digs, one finds.
But, that's history. So, enjoy the new newsletter, along w/ new ideas, and a slightly new , different logo. It will look especially great on the Christmas edition. |
Post# 413158 , Reply# 26   8/27/2019 at 22:39 (1,696 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 413683 , Reply# 27   9/11/2019 at 14:04 (1,682 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 413684 , Reply# 28   9/11/2019 at 14:05 (1,682 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 413762 , Reply# 29   9/13/2019 at 18:48 (1,679 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 413764 , Reply# 30   9/13/2019 at 20:23 (1,679 days old) by Lesinutah (Utah)   |   | |
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Post# 413765 , Reply# 31   9/13/2019 at 20:33 (1,679 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 414458 , Reply# 32   9/30/2019 at 15:43 (1,662 days old) by ge1969 (Jefferson, GA)   |   | |
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Hi John!! Just wondering why I haven't got my copy of the newsletter yet. Toby G. |
Post# 414460 , Reply# 33   9/30/2019 at 16:01 (1,662 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 414467 , Reply# 34   9/30/2019 at 19:19 (1,662 days old) by rodknock95 (Salem, Missouri)   |   | |
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Blaze Magyar 1405 S. Jackson St Salem, Missouri 65560 |
Post# 414497 , Reply# 35   10/1/2019 at 10:51 (1,662 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 414528 , Reply# 36   10/2/2019 at 08:56 (1,661 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Your new copy has been sent. We didn't have your current, new address. Perhaps the first one I sent will come back to me. $1.30 postage..... is quite large and heavy....superior quality paper this time. Imagine sending past copies to others? Well, it could be done.
Thanks for your patience, Toby. John |
Post# 414547 , Reply# 37   10/2/2019 at 21:08 (1,660 days old) by tasser (Baltimore Md)   |   | |
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I didn't receive the newsletter in the mail either. Is it possible to get one? Thanks, Paul |
Post# 414552 , Reply# 38   10/2/2019 at 21:47 (1,660 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 414558 , Reply# 39   10/3/2019 at 14:34 (1,660 days old) by pr-21 (Middletown, OH)   |   | |
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Post# 414560 , Reply# 40   10/3/2019 at 16:03 (1,659 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 414561 , Reply# 41   10/3/2019 at 16:11 (1,659 days old) by electrolux137 (Los Angeles)   |   | |
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Post# 414562 , Reply# 42   10/3/2019 at 16:15 (1,659 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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finding any sort of payment with those names and email addresses for 2019. If you have already paid your dues to the VCCC then I apologize if not, we would love to have you! For first time members it's only $15.00. The details can be found on our club webpage.
www.vacuumcleanercollectorsclub.o... CLICK HERE TO GO TO kloveland's LINK |
Post# 414614 , Reply# 43   10/5/2019 at 10:16 (1,658 days old) by tasser (Baltimore Md)   |   | |
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I thought I was up to date with dues. If not let me know and I will send it in. Thanks, Paul (tasser) |
Post# 414618 , Reply# 44   10/5/2019 at 11:52 (1,658 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 414664 , Reply# 45   10/6/2019 at 12:11 (1,657 days old) by pr-21 (Middletown, OH)   |   | |
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Post# 414667 , Reply# 46   10/6/2019 at 12:39 (1,657 days old) by Lesinutah (Utah)   |   | |
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Hey
I thought I'd drop a quick idea by you. If you 3 hole punch pages. If you use metal clip things, the clips are used to flip through flash cards. Maybe If you just punched a hole in top left corner. I'd suggest binding but that's is too cost intensive. Sorry no parentheses in my post. Stay long John and I'll stay more Les |
Post# 414668 , Reply# 47   10/6/2019 at 13:49 (1,657 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Post# 414669 , Reply# 48   10/6/2019 at 14:12 (1,657 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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I think part of the confusion is that Vacuumland and the VCCC are separate. If a check has been sent please make sure it is going to the correct address. All of the VCCC club information is on our website.
www.vacuumcleanercollectorsclub.o... I've sent you both emails. Thanks, Kenneth Loveland VCCC Treasurer |
Post# 414674 , Reply# 49   10/6/2019 at 18:03 (1,656 days old) by vacuumlad1650 (Wauponsee, IL)   |   | |
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Post# 414703 , Reply# 50   10/7/2019 at 09:20 (1,656 days old) by dysonman1 (the county)   |   | |
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Since the two are completely SEPARATE, why in the world does the VCCC make their announcements to the entire world on Vacuumland? Why would they not use their OWN website. Begging the whole world for people to send them information for their newsletters, but only their 'members' get one? If you're not going to invite everyone to a party, don't make the party public knowledge just to say only certain people get to come. Or announce mini meets that are only for invited guests but are put up on this forum as if to dangle a carrot in front of the entire Vacuumland audience that no one is going to get? Don't they consider the feelings of VL members across the globe? So snobby.
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Post# 414708 , Reply# 51   10/7/2019 at 11:04 (1,656 days old) by Unimatic1140 (Minneapolis)   |   | |
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I think this is perfectly fine if the VCCC wants to announce their club information on Vacuumland. I'm sure the majority of readers of Vacuumland will ignore most of the VCCC announcement threads if they are not a member of the VCCC. Others may decide to join the VCCC as well if they wish to receive a newsletter or other benefit of their club.
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Post# 414711 , Reply# 52   10/7/2019 at 14:06 (1,656 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Our membership has grown by 6 new members just recently. Of course, one loyal member recently passed away. As we were, at one time, all one large entity, we are now friends, but separate. I/we appreciate being able to come in here to talk, share, etc.
It amazes me that some would have nothing better to do than 'covertly' insult a group from which they are banned, for more than one reason. I'd refer to one newsletter, page 3. Who'd like a copy? Simply: if one is no longer a member, why would/should they care about what we do? Yet, instead, we're criticized, made fun of, ridiculed, pick a verb. What drives people to constantly try to hurt a group of which they were a member, BUT, are no longer, due to their behavior? All of the issues happened just before I arrived. I wasn't there, BUT, it's all been made so clear. I wish no one harm, bad luck, etc. Sadly, the same can't be said the other way around. So, The VCCC is thriving, and will continue. We're glad to also be a part of Vacuumland. We will continue to do so. Again, Robert, thank you, for everything. |
Post# 414738 , Reply# 53   10/8/2019 at 09:19 (1,655 days old) by Vac-o-matic (Saint Louis, Mo.)   |   | |
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Thank you Robert and John...well said! |
Post# 414844 , Reply# 54   10/11/2019 at 16:31 (1,651 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 414989 , Reply# 55   10/16/2019 at 14:14 (1,647 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 415163 , Reply# 56   10/22/2019 at 10:34 (1,641 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 415296 , Reply# 57   10/24/2019 at 15:38 (1,638 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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sending in some recipes that belong to my mother and grandmother. I also thought it would be nice to do a vacuum review. I remember from one of the previous newsletters a member at the time did a thorough review on a newer Dyson canister. It might also be fun to do a review on a vintage vacuum such as the Hoover 150. I know we have more than enough content for the holiday newsletter. These are just some thoughts.
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Post# 415319 , Reply# 58   10/25/2019 at 12:27 (1,638 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 415320 , Reply# 59   10/25/2019 at 12:28 (1,638 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 415322 , Reply# 60   10/25/2019 at 13:26 (1,638 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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We have seven new members. I'm expecting an email from a prospective member. Sounds like he'll join so that would make eight new members in a short amount of time. As of now we have close to sixty members. I’m keeping track of our members in an Access database. I wouldn’t say we are a tiny group by any means. Maybe not the largest but certainly not the smallest. In my opinion this new influx of members is largely due to the newsletter. Sam has put a great deal of work into designing the newsletter. And John you have spent a great deal of your own personal time printing and mailing the newsletter out. Every time, the club gains a new member I let John know and he mails out the newsletter. Making separate trips for each mailing. I’m getting ready to start working on the roster. I will be emailing our members to make sure that their information is up to date. It takes everyone to have a successful club, the president, the board and the members. So, keep up the good work! |
Post# 415406 , Reply# 61   10/29/2019 at 17:58 (1,633 days old) by pr-21 (Middletown, OH)   |   | |
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Post# 415780 , Reply# 62   11/11/2019 at 14:55 (1,620 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 415784 , Reply# 63   11/11/2019 at 16:13 (1,620 days old) by Caligula (Wallingford, Connecticut)   |   | |
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Post# 415785 , Reply# 64   11/11/2019 at 16:14 (1,620 days old) by Caligula (Wallingford, Connecticut)   |   | |
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Post# 415799 , Reply# 65   11/11/2019 at 20:22 (1,620 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Post# 415813 , Reply# 66   11/11/2019 at 22:59 (1,620 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 415817 , Reply# 68   11/11/2019 at 23:12 (1,620 days old) by Lesinutah (Utah)   |   | |
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Post# 415824 , Reply# 69   11/12/2019 at 00:05 (1,620 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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Post# 415844 , Reply# 70   11/12/2019 at 14:02 (1,620 days old) by electro (Indiana)   |   | |
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Just a thank you to you and Kenny for all you do for the hobby. I am sure the newsletter must be a huge job but will be appreciated by all the readers. |
Post# 415848 , Reply# 71   11/12/2019 at 14:12 (1,619 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)   |   | |
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