The Secretary was absent, so we had no minutes to approve. The registrar reported three candidates for new members who were approved. Security for the Bell Ringing in Nashville is being provided by two members of the State Legislature personally because no State funds were available. A motion to send a letter of thanks to these legislators passed. The Treasurer recommended that we not renew our CD’s because of the extremely low interest rate, and explore the other options for consideration at the next meeting. Nine board members indicated that they would research the options and report at the next meeting. A motion was passed to allow the treasurer to not renew the CD’s and deposit the money in a regular account for a future decision. David Whaley gave a historical report on the Battle of Bunker Hill.
The Roane County Chapter reported a successful Celebration at Fort Southwest Point, resulting in ten new prospective members. Public attendance was small, so next year the chapter intends to involve the Churches in the event. The stump speeches by the local politicians was a high point. A recommendation that the cannon be fired more frequently was heard.
The Summer Meeting of the Tennessee Society will be on Saturday, August 14 at the Museum of Appalachia. There will be a catered lunch of chicken or beef, and attendees will be able to tour the museum, especially the Revolutionary War exhibit on the second floor of the Hall of Fame building. The cost will be $20.
Terry Davenport reported on the Flag Day Parade and Ceremony in New York City. Terry recommended that any member who can attend the event in the future. Dr. Simpson still talks about the hospitality of the Tennessee Society.
Next meeting will be July 15.
Archive for the ‘Chapter News’ Category
June Board of Managers Meeting
Thursday, June 17th, 2010Sons of the Revolution Fort Celebration
Saturday, May 1st, 2010Saturday, June 5th – The Roane County Chapter is planning a day of many activities at Fort Southwest Point.
Call Arthur Rivers at 865-368-8729 for information.
Spring Time at David Hall Cabin
Saturday, May 1st, 2010Harry and Libby invite you to an open house at the historic David Hall Cabin on June 5th and 6th.
Flags to Honor Tennessee Soldiers buried in France
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010A group of students a Roane State Community College is planning to place Tennessee State flags on the graves of soldiers from Tennessee buried in the Normandy American Cemetery on May 17. Casey Cobb, associate professor of history, is leading the trip, and raising money for the flags. The John Rice Irwin-Anderson County Chapter has pledged $50 toward the project.
Upcoming April Events
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010Saturday April 24, 10 am to 5 pm – Living History Demonstration at Marble Springs
Monday April 26, 7:00 pm – Roane County Chapter meeting at Kingston Public Library.
Tuesday April 27, 5:30 and 6:30 pm – Anderson County Chapter meets at 1998-E Oak Ridge Turnpike at 6:30 pm. Rev. War movie starts at 5:30 pm. Pizza & Ice cream will be served.
General Henry Knox Chapter
Thursday, April 15th, 2010At the meeting on April 15 we discussed the continuing project of photographing all graves of Revolutionary War Veterans buried in Knox County.
Festival at Fort Southwest Point, Saturday June 5
Monday, April 12th, 2010Roane County Chapter is planning a day of many activities at Fort Southwest Point. Some of the things in process are story telling, tomahawk throwing, black power rifle shooting, firing the cannon every two hours, music and food. The primary purpose of the event is to raise money to complete building 15 or the fort and to draw attention to the Sons of the Revolution. Everyone please come and join this annual activity. First Saturday in June. This year Rick Revel has agreed to perform and we are building activities around that.
John Sevier Chapter Annual Banquet
Thursday, March 25th, 2010The John Sevier Chapter will hold their Annual Meeting at El Mesquite Mexican Grill at 7 pm on April 8. Contact Jered Underwood at 865-933-8489 for more information.
JRI-AC Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010The Anderson County Chapter met Tuesday evening. Nine Members were present and had pizza and ice cream. They discussed the banquet coming up on Saturday, and viewed the web site of the Banquet Speaker. Six of the Members present said they plan to attend the banquet, and most of those will bring a spouse. A motion for the Chapter to present an eagle statue to the speaker did not pass.
Jerry Mustin, Harry Baumgartner and Lynn Fox will post the colors for the Colonial Dames on March 5.
Gene Hicks brought up the idea of having an informal Summer Meeting at Marble Springs instead of a formal Banquet.
John Rice Irwin – Anderson County Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, October 20th, 2009The JRI-AC Chapter of the Sons of the Revolution will hold its 2009 Annual Meeting and Dinner on Tuesday, October 27, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Magnolia Tree Restaurant in Oak Ridge (1938 Oak Ridge Turnpike). Members are invited to bring a guest. Timothy Massey, Commander in Chief of the Society of the Descendants of Washington’s Army at Valley Forge will be the speaker. Dinner includes salad, entree (Steak, Salmon or Chicken Cordon Blue) two vegetables, non-alcoholic drink and desert for $20.00. Please let Gene Hicks know by Friday, October 23 if you plan to attend.
