PRESIDENT S REPORT. Summer, Year Celebration

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1 SAR-IZONA NEWS ARIZONA SOCIETY SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Stephen J. Miller, President The SAR-IZONA is a publication of the Arizona Society, Sons of the American Revolution and is published in January, April, July, and October. Articles, suggestions, and ideas are solicited please sent them to the editor, Bill Aurand, E Rainbow Meadow Dr, Tucson, AZ or wraurand@cox.net. Visit our Arizona SAR Website at: Our Webmaster is Robert J. Vint. Summer, Year Celebration PRESIDENT S REPORT In June I was in Albuquerque, NM to honor our Father of the Arizona Society SAR, Herbert Fulwiler Robinson, by placing a grave marker where he was laid to rest. Several others from Arizona were there and the musket salute by the color guard capped off the wonderful event. July 4 th marked the 240 th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. I hope you flew your flag on this day also. Compatriots All; First, I want to thank all that attended the Arizona SAR BOM meeting on 23 April 16. I hope everyone enjoyed the special presentations of Steve Monez, Rudy Byrd, Jan Huber, Allen Nash and Matt Scott to the school age children who were our special guests. I had a very positive responses from both Tami Turner and Leslie Alexander (CAR Seniors) thanking us for including the young people. I had the pleasure of attending the Arizona State DAR Gala Banquet along with posting the colors for them. Thanks to Matt Scott, Bill Hearter, Jan Huber, Jerry Davis, Loren Littlefield, and Keith Hugus for coming to post colors. We as a Society continue to support our sisters of the DAR whenever and wherever we can. April and May are the months that our chapters were busy presenting the SAR ROTC medals to high school and college cadets in our communities. This is a very worthwhile endeavor. I encourage all members to participate in these presentations. It means a lot to the recipients when we are there in person to do it. The SAR Congress was held 8 to 13 July in Boston. We had eight in attendance. All who attended were treated to a wonderful Memorial Service in the Old South Church as well as two banquets. I want to personally congratulate Warren Alter, our newly elected National Treasurer General. I had the honor of accepting several awards on behalf of our state society. These included both awards given by the George Washington Endowment Fund. All who made this happen should be commended. We are adding several streamers to our flag. Future meetings include the fall BOM which may now be held on 12 Nov at a place to be decided. We are working with the scheduler for President General J. Michael Tomme, Sr.for his potential visit to Arizona that weekend. I know it is Veteran s Day week, so we will try to avoid parades and other services as much as possible. In fact, I have chosen the theme, Supporting Our Nations Veterans for this meeting. More on this later this summer. Lastly, I am pleased to see more new members becoming active. Let s keep up our good work. Thank you for your support and enjoy the rest of your summer. Stephen Miller President In the month of May I met with members of the Palo Verde, Barry Goldwater and Tucson chapters before they went dark for the summer months. May also ends with Memorial Day. I know that several members were able to attend a parade, memorial ceremony or other patriotic event and properly flew their flag (half staff until 12 pm, then raise to full staff). Speaking of flags, I commend all chapters for presenting at least one Flag Certificate before 15 April. Now it is a new year for this so let s do it again.

2 Breaking News President General J. Michael Tomme May Visit AZ Thanks to the efforts of our VPG Walter Seaton and President Stephen Miller, there is a good possibility that the President General may visit AZ again this year. Although the dates and plans are not firm yet, it appears we will have to move our November Board of Managers Meeting from the 5 th of Nov to the 12 th of Nov to accommodate the visit. Location is being worked on, but it will likely be in the Phoenix area, so mark the date and try to keep your calendars clear. More details will be shared as we learn more. Mexico and joined the New Mexico SAR shortly after its formation in Compatriot Robinson was the Adjutant General of the National Guard in the territory of Arizona from 1898 to 1902 and at the time of his death in New Mexico on May 17, 1956, was the longest living territorial Adjutant General in the U.S. Chaplain Jones gave a blessing for those assembled followed by the Gravestone Placement by cemetery staff which was closely supervised by Compatriot Swanson. A benediction was given by New Mexico Society Chaplain John Thomas followed by the retirement of colors by the color guard. The day was capped off with a reception by the New Mexico Society at Veteran's Park, Albuquerque. In closing - Happy 120th Anniversary Arizona Society!! A Day for Herbert Fulwiler Robinson The Father of the Arizona SAR By Al Niemeyer David Swanson realized a dream when the Arizona and New Mexico Societies jointly held a Gravestone Laying Ceremony for Compatriot Herbert Fulwiler Robinson on June 13th, 2016 at Sunset Memorial Park, Albuquerque, NM. Compatriot Swanson put considerable time and resources into proving that Compatriot Robinson was officially the "Father of the Arizona Society, Sons of the American Resolution (1896.)" It should be noted that the ceremony also celebrates the 120th Anniversary of the Arizona Society. An informal dinner was held the day before the ceremony (June 12th) at El Pinto Restaurant. The dinner was well attended. As for the ceremony itself, a warm welcome was given by Historian Swanson to the attendees followed by the AZ & NM Color Guard members presenting the colors. Arizona Society Chaplain J. Michael Jones gave the Invocation. Introduction of guests were then made, each of which made brief comments: VPG, Rocky Mountain District Michael E. Barger; Arizona Society President Stephen J. Miller and New Mexico Society President Andrew S. Lyngar, Jr. A brief talk of the life of Herbert F. Robinson was then given by Historian Swanson. Herbert Fulwiler Robinson was proclaimed the Father of the Arizona Society Sons of the American Revolution during the state s annual meeting on February 20, 2016, and on April 28, 2016, the Arizona SAR received an official Commendation from Arizona Governor Doug Ducey which commemorated our 120th Anniversary and the actions of Compatriot Robinson in it organization. Robinson officially organized the Arizona SAR on June 13, 1896, and was its president for three terms. Soon after the turn of the century he moved to Albuquerque, New (The dedication Gravestone of Herbert F. Robinson) (David Swanson, State Historian at the ceremony) (Color Guard fires a salute) 2

3 From the Desk of Treasurer General Warren Alter (VPG Michael Barger Speaking) First, and foremost I wish to thank the many friends, Compatriots, Chapters and the AZ SAR for having supported, encouraged, and endorsed me in my campaign for Treasurer General. Thanks to you, your letters and s of support, and lots of work I got the National Nominating Endorsement in February which was critical to the success of my campaign. Your encouragement and wishes helped Nancy and I get through a long year of travel. At Congress, the election for Treasurer General was the only contested General Officer race. The election was held on Tuesday at Congress. Thanks to the delegates from AZ, as well as delegates who voted for me from around the country, I was elected as Treasurer General for I was sworn in and installed at the Wednesday night Banquet along with the other General Officers, including our very own Walter Seaton, former AZ SAR President who was sworn in as Vice President General Rocky Mountain District. Congratulations to him. The General Officers elected and installed for were: (NM SAR President Andrew Lyngar, Jr speaks) (AZ SAR President Stephen J. Miller speaks) (View of the Gravestone Ceremony) President General J. Michael Tomme (GA) Secretary General Larry T. Guzy (GA) Treasurer General Warren M Alter (AZ) Chancellor General Davis L. Wright (DE) Genealogist General John D. Sinks (DC) Registrar General Russel F. Devenney, Jr (MO) Historian General John (Jack) T. Manning (NH) Librarian General C. Bruce Pickett (AL) (dual member AZ) Surgeon General Dr. Larry M Leslie (KY) Chaplain General Rt. Rev. Louis V. Carlson Jr (CA) As Treasurer General, I am in charge of the maintenance of financial records; advice and action on financial issues; Headquarters merchandise operation; and dues. As part of my office, I am a member of the Executive Committee and the SAR Foundation Board. Additionally, PG Tomme has assigned committees to each General Officer to serve as a liaison and an ex-officio member: The Treasurer General is assigned eight of these committees: Budget Committee, Finance Committee, GWEF Fund Board, GWEF Distribution Committee, GWEF Fund Raising Committee, Investment Committee, Merchandise Committee, and Premium Member Medals Committee. Yes, I hit the ground running with my first Executive Committee meeting on Thursday morning at 6:30 am and SAR Foundation Meeting at 8:00 am. My computer and phone have been keeping busy, but I am having FUN. Yes, Dr. Byrd may be referring me for a psych evaluation one of these days. What is the old saying, you don t have to be crazy to work here, but it sure helps! By the way, speaking of Dr. Abraham Ruddell Byrd, III MD CONGRATULATIONS. I had the honor of escorting him at the Minuteman Ceremony on Monday night and he received his Minuteman Award. For those that don t know, this is the Society s highest award and is limited to no more than 6 new medals a year. Arizona now has three active Minuteman Awardees: J. Michael Jones, Warren Alter, and A. Ruddell Byrd. Mike set the standard and mentored us both. 3

4 Congratulations Rudy, this is well deserved and we are AZ Proud! So what does the future hold, besides a lot of work as Treasurer General. Well I am pleased to announce that Nancy and I decided we hadn t done enough traveling and campaigning so I have formally announced I am a candidate for Secretary General Yes, we will be traveling around the states and districts again, but this time, I will be in a dual role: Treasurer General and candidate for Secretary General. believe it is critical that General Officers be seen and get to meet as many compatriots as possible. Our organization is large, and unfortunately many cannot or may not choose to attend National events and meetings such as Leadership meetings in Louisville or Congress wherever it may be held. Therefore, the only way some of these members will meet or get to know our leaders is for them to travel to the various states and districts. Frankly, this is the fun part of the job, and allows Nancy and I to meet and get to know many new people. By listening, I also learn what is important to these members and what they want our society to do. You will see my campaign flyer elsewhere in this newsletter. I am once again asking for the support and endorsement of AZ SAR, our chapters, and members. I hope you will continue to allow me to represent AZ on a National level so that I may continue to support and assist this wonderful organization. Congress Award News Warren Alter Our State President was kept quite busy collecting and representing our state and chapters in receiving many awards. He turned them all over to me as State Secretary, so here is the list. For those belonging to chapters, we will get them to you at the next BOM meeting. For those individuals, we will get them to the Committee Chair or Chapter President to present to you. Please note, these are the awards I noted and/or have certificates for. There were other compatriots and spouses recognized for individual awards, accomplishments, and financial support of the many youth groups, CAAH, and SAR Foundation for which I don t have a list. But our thanks go out to those who have supported and continue to support SAR and its many projects. Awarded Prior to Congress: The Partners in Patriotism Certificate for participating in the Partners in Patriotism Program by working hand-in-hand with a veterans group in pursuit of a common goal. Arizona Society Barry M Goldwater Chapter Phoenix Chapter Prescott Chapter Tucson Chapter Congress Awards Walter Buchanan Meek Award Arizona Society to the Society which recruited the most new George Washington Fellows $115 Check Howard F. Horne, Jr. Award Arizona Society to the Society with the largest percentage increase of George Washington Fellows based upon total membership $100 Check Franklin Flyer Award Arizona Society to the State Society based upon membership, with the largest I recruitment of Friends of the Library as a percentage increase compared to the State Society s membership as of December 31 st of each year $100 Check Certificate of Achievement Arizona Society for 100% Chapter Participation in the Presentation of Flag Certificates in Admiral William R Furlong Memorial Award Arizona Society to the State Society which have fulfilled the qualifications of NSSAR Flag Certificate presentations during the previous year Officer Attendance Award Arizona Society to the State Society whose President and National Trustee have attended both preceding Trustees Meetings and the last Annual Congress Certificate of Participation Arizona Society for supporting and submitting a candidate in the Sgt. Moses Adams Memorial Middle School Brochure Contest The C.A.R. Activities Award Arizona Society to the State Society which has documented their work with the Children of the American Revolution over the past Year Certificate of Participation Arizona Society for supporting and submitting a candidate in the ROTC/JROTC Contest Certificate of Participation Arizona Society for supporting and submitting a candidate in the George S & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest Certificate of Participation Arizona Society for supporting and submitting a candidate in the Arthur M King Eagle Scout Scholarship Contest SAR Youth Award Steamer Arizona Society for those Societies which entered in at least four SAR youth programs during the year Individual Awards Minuteman Award Dr. Abraham Ruddell Byrd III, MD Certificate of Appreciation Seth D. Nevers for representing the Arizona Society in the Sgt Moses Adams Memorial Middle School Brochure Contest furthering the understanding of our American Liberties Liberty Medal (for sponsoring ten new members into SAR) Oak Leaf Clusters issued for each group of 10 after the initial ten new members o Warren M Alter 2 Oak Leaf Clusters o Wesley Dewey Edgar 1 Oak Leaf Cluster o Jan Duane Huber 2 Oak Leaf Clusters o LtC Edmund P Karr Jr 1 Oak Leaf Cluster o LtC Stephen Miller 3 Oak Leaf Clusters Gold Roger Sherman Medal (in recognition of faithful service at National Level) o Abraham R. Byrd III o Warren M Alter 4

5 Congratulations AZ SAR By Steve Monez The George Washington Endowment Fund Board was established by the Executive Committee and approved by the trustees during the meeting of February 27, This action followed two years of work by a special task force that had been asked to evaluate and propose a plan for the SAR to provide for the following: Establish a permanent restricted fund, the income of which would provide annual funding for support of the SAR unfunded and underfunded committees and special projects. Two SAR awards associated with the George Washington Endowment Fund are presented annually at the SAR Congress. The term of each award is from April 1 to the following March 31. The Howard F. Horne, Jr. Award goes to the SAR state-level society with the largest increase in new George Washington Endowment Fund fellows as a percentage of the society s membership. This award includes a $ stipend partially funded by the Delaware Fund, a flag streamer, and a certificate. The Walter Buchanan Buck Meek Award goes to the SAR state-level society with the largest numerical increase in new George Washington Endowment Fund fellows. This award includes a stipend of eighty percent of the net annual earnings of the Meek Fund, a flag streamer, and a certificate. A brand new contest year has started so if you want to become a GW Fellow please contact Steve Monez, J. Michael Jones, or Warren Alter. Arizona SAR Ladies Auxillary At the BOM in April our ladies collected and generously donated new toiletry items for veterans. The items were given in May to the US Vets - "United States Veterans Initiative," a non-profit that provides living space and help for all veterans. The value of the items collected was estimated to be over $320. A special Thank You goes to our Ladies for their work and support of Arizona veterans.. Our Newest Minuteman Dr. Ruddell Byrd (Fellows from left to right George Stickney, Gary Pettit, Walter Seaton, George Lipphardt, Warren Alter, Steve Miller, GWEF Chairman Dr. Franklin Appl PHD and Steve Monez) The AZ Society added 7 new GW Fellows. They are: Stephen Miller (State President) Steven Monez (State Vice President) Gary Pettett (former Trustee/Alternate Trustee AZ) Lt. Edmund Karr (State Genealogist and lots of other titles) Tim Prater (Secretary Prescott Chapter) Katie Alter (daughter of Warren Alter) Ethan Arndt (grandson of Warren Alter and son of Richard Arndt) The next closest was Alabama with 6 so our last minute effort paid off (Ed Karr and Steve Monez became members in the last three weeks of the contest). (TG Warren Alter, Dr. Ruddell Byrd, PG Thomas Lawrence) Congratulations to Compatriot Byrd on being inducted into the SAR Minutemen. He joins a select list of Arizonans William E. Springer Ralph M. Pabst C. Norman Flanders William M. Melone John F. Newell George W. Orton J. Michael Jones Warren M. Alter 2016 Rudy Byrd NSSAR Minutemen from Arizona 5

6 Warren Alter Endorsed by the Arizona SAR For Secretary General in The Arizona Society Board of Managers has voted to endorse Treasurer General Warren Alter in his campaign for Secretary General Compatriot J. Michael Jones announced this on July 30 th. Congratulations again Warren. Thank You to Our SAR Congress Arizona Delegation! write and/or maintain a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual for the conduct of his office. One and the same officer may hold the office of the Secretary and the Treasurer. This is a very important job for our Society, one that can t be left unfilled. Fortunately, Warren was able to find someone to step up and take over the Treasurer position (Ed Steinback) a while ago. This makes the Secretary job that much easier. This is an excellent time for someone to step up and volunteer to be our next Secretary, so that Warren can have time to help you learn what the job entails, through the rest of the year. Please give this some thought, and let both myself and your Chapter President know of your decision. Thank you, George Lipphardt Chairmen of the 2017 Nominating Committee 2016 Nominating Committee Modification: Gentlemen; (The 2016 SAR Congress, Arizona SAR delegation) State Secretary Position is now Open OTJ training cheerfully provided! Arizona Compatriots; As most of you are probably aware due to communications from your Chapter President, our State Secretary, Warren Alter will be concluding his position as Secretary at the end of this year. We have been extremely fortunate to have had Warren Chairing this job for quite a few years. Now, due to his expected move up in a National Officer position, as well as other commitments, he no longer will have the time to continue as our Secretary. This opens up a desirable State Officer position. So you won t have to find your copy of our Bylaws, I will post the information here so you will be familiar with what the job requirements are: The Secretary, at the direction of the President, shall call meeting of the Society and of the Board. He shall keep a fair and accurate record of all proceedings of all meetings of the Society and the Board, and shall turn over such records to his successor when he for any reason shall leave office. When he is absent from a meeting the President shall appoint an Acting Secretary to perform his duties for such meeting. Under the direction of the President the Secretary shall conduct the necessary correspondence of the Society and the Board. All such correspondence shall be available to all members of the Board upon request. He shall make such routine and special reports to the NSSAR as may be required by NSSAR. He shall It s getting close to the time when our organization needs to think about and come up with names for our State Officer positions for next year (2017), most importantly, our next Vice President. Our By-Laws state that, the Nominating Committee shall be composed of one member from each chapter, plus a chairman who shall vote only in case of a tie. Although this being the case, for the past few years (or longer) our Nominating Committee has consisted of just one person, that being the immediate, past president. Now that I m the, Immediate Past President, I feel that our organization needs more input into the selection for these very important positions. As such, I m asking for input from each of our eight chapters, as our Bylaws require. I ve asked each Chapter President to provide a name from his chapter, to be part of this committee. If for whatever reason he is unable to find a volunteer, then I m requesting that the Chapter President fill that position. I will be the Chairman of this committee. According to our State President s Timeline, the Nominating Committee needs to have the full list of State Officers to him by our next meeting, which will be in November. Not knowing how long it will take us to accomplish this task, I m asking that we get this committee established by the end of July. By the end of July I would like to have each selected committee member (or the Chapter President) if that be the case), send me an so that I ll know who are members of this committee. 1. Our 1 st assignment will be to select members for the position of Vice President (unless President Steve Miller wishes to continue for a second year). Please give this some thought, and be prepared to submit a name to the committee by the end of July. Preferably, your choice for VP would be someone who has been a chapter president or other officer. Also, pay 6

7 preference to those members that have been attending our National events. 2. I m well aware that there are many well qualified members for the position of State President (where our VP will hopefully move up to); but please narrow your considerations to members that will be willing (and can) attend our three state meetings. Also, this person needs to commit that he will be willing and able to attend our annual, National Congress and both Leadership Meetings. This expectation is from tradition, not a Bylaw requirement. Our state president needs to not only show presence at these functions, but also to bring home the information learned while there at the National level, to Arizona, to share with the rest of us. *The Vice President does not need to attend these three National functions, although it would be great if he would. 3. The committee member can select/submit anyone for these positions (including themselves), but the goal of having a representative from each chapter is because you know your chapter best and would hopefully submit from within your own chapter. 4. We also will need to know which state officers do not wish to continue another year in that position. Once we know that, we will need to find replacements for those positions becoming vacant. Past President, George Lipphardt New SARizona Editor Requested Please consider nominating yourself as the new editor of the Arizona SAR, SARizona Editor. The postion takes little time for most of the year as the newsletter is published only four times (January, April, Summer, and October). You get to see what all the chapters are doing and how vibrant our State Society really is! Microsoft WORD is the only program needed Training is provided. The current editor has been in the position for three years now. Contact George Lippphardt or the editor for more information or to volunteer. Arizona State Society, C.A.R. by Tami Turner, incoming Sr. State President, A.S.C.A.R. The Arizona CAR is holding their Fall Meeting in Chandler, AZ on August 13. The location is the Chandler Parks & Recreation Chandler Senior Center 202 E Boston Street Chandler, AZ While this newsletter is arriving too late for registration, If you attend, please send me your thoughts or a photo. For more information or programs about C.A.R, send an to: ascarsrpres@gmail.com or ascarsrcorrsec@gmail.com. Dear Compatriot, Warren Alter to Run for Secretary General I am excited to announce my candidacy for Secretary General The Society showed its confidence in me this year by electing me Treasurer General. I would be honored to continue my service and leadership in the SAR as your next Secretary General. The Secretary General maintains the records of the activities of the executive committee, trustees, and national SAR Congresses; coordinates the SAR Headquarters staff operations; compiles officer and committee reports for distribution at meetings; and oversees meeting registration. As State Secretary of the Arizona SAR for the last nine years, I have done these duties and others on a state level. As Secretary/Scribe for eight years on the George Washington Endowment Board I did similar tasks for that respected group. I have always been a detail, systems oriented person; which will serve us well. However, the office of Secretary General is far more than just administrative. It is a leadership position, second only to the President General. The Secretary General has to support, assist, and be a valuable aid to the President General. I have been honored to work closely over the years with our President Generals in my role as Inspector General and now Treasurer General. I have held leadership positions at all levels of this organization; Chapter, State, District and National. My formal education includes a Master s Degree in Organizational Management. My career, 39 years in Law Enforcement, included over 22 years in command and management positions of a 1500-member department. I have prepared and accepted leadership positions my entire life; in youth organizations, government employment, non-profit groups, criminal justice task forces and initiatives, and especially in SAR. I have never served in any capacity where I didn t step forward, volunteer, and often take on additional tasks in order to serve better. I always made it a point to learn my job, as well as learn other positions that would support the organization as a whole. I have continued that practice in SAR. Take time to read my flier, look at my qualifications, and consider what you know about me. I value my reputation of being a hard worker, honest, and a man with integrity. I am committed to continuing to make this organization the best it can be. I have always devoted my time, resources and support to further our goals and mission. Just as we did last year, my wife Nancy and I will be visiting many of your states, districts and national meetings. I look forward to getting to know more of you personally, and for you to get to know me. Individual Compatriots, State Societies, Chapters and Districts may endorse candidates for General Office. Endorsements may be mailed by postal or electronic means to the Chairman of the 7

8 Nominating Committee PG Thomas Lawrence; provided that such endorsements are postmarked (or ed) no later than February 1, Assist me in continuing my service and leadership in SAR as Secretary General by providing your support, endorsement, and if a delegate at the 2017 Knoxville Congress, your subsequent vote. Fraternally, Warren M. Alter Memorial Day At Phoenix Pioneer Cemetary Flag Ceremony at Pebble Creek Flag Day As a result of Pebble Creek s Homeowners Association s consistent effort for Patriotism and displaying the American Flag, we presented a Flag Certificate along with the Copper State DAR Chapter of Litchfield Park, who also presented a certificate. The participants were Steve Monez, Steve Miller and Matt Scott: the DAR was represented by Flora Conley (Regent) and Stephanie Menei (Past Regent). The other gentleman is Gregg Clymer, the Pebble Creek Homeowners Association President. Memorial Day event with the DAR /CAR at the Phoenix Pioneer Cemetery in downtown Phoenix. The participants were Jan Huber (dual roles), Alan Nash, Manual Rodriguez, Loren Littlefield and John McDonald. In addition, Lezlee Alexander DAR / CAR leader (Flag Ceremony at the Pebble Creek HOA) Website Has a Facelift (Lezlee Alexander, DAR/CAR, and the Arizona Color Guard at the Pioneer Cemetery) Armed Forces Day at Pebble Creek The Color Guard went to the Armed Forces Day event on May 20 th at Pebble Creek. The participants are Matt Scott, Steve Miller, Steve Monez, Ed Steinback, Alan Nash, and Jan Huber. The Civil War canon gentleman is another resident of Pebble Creek The SAR Website will be undergoing a long awaited facelift. You will notice a different design and layout in the very near future. The site will highlight the story of the SAR and feature a single login for members which will include multiple functions like the application system, the membership system, registering for events, making donations and of course shopping in Merchandise. The switch will happen in an instant, but the information and pages will continue to be added over time. Don't expect to see everything on day one. If there is a question about a page or function, please feel free to contact the staff. Please be sure to share this information with other officers and members. Michael T. Scroggins Director of Operations (The Armed Forces Day Celebration at Pebble Creek) 8

9 the magnificent history of the regiment from 1784 up to the present time. Colorado River Chapter The Colorado River Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution was organized on September 23, 2000, to serve Compatriots living in Kingman, Bullhead City, Lake Havasu City, Parker, and Yuma, AZ. NEWS FROM THE CHAPTERS Barry M Goldwater Chapter The Barry M. Goldwater Chapter of the Sons of the Revolution was chartered on November 16, 2002, and currently serves those Compatriots living in North Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, and Fountain Hills, AZ. All Compatriots (local or visiting), their spouses, prospective members and guests are encouraged to attend our monthly meetings which are held on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 P.M. (except for the months of June, July, August and December). Our meeting location is Deer Valley Airport Restaurant, 702 W. Deer Valley Rd, Phoenix. Colorado River Chapter monthly meetings are held the second Saturday of each month except June through August at 11:00 a.m. Our meeting location rotates between Kingman and Lake Havasu City. The meeting location in Kingman is the Mohave Community College; 1971 Jagerson Ave. and the location in Lake Havasu City is the Mohave County Library, 1770 McCulloch Boulevard North (K-Mart Plaza). All Compatriots (local or visiting), their spouses, prospective members and guests are invited to attend our monthly meetings. JROTC Presentation at Mohave High School, Bullhead City David Swanson Speaks at Robinson Dedication JROTC Commander Major Earl Davis presents this year s JROTC award to Air Force Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Sean Marsmaker on 7 April during ceremonies at the high school. New Chapter Member Mark Hutsell May Meeting Speaker Talks of the Old Guard Evening speaker BMG Compatriot Robert Denny II gave a very informative, comprehensive, and splendid PowerPoint presentation about the Old Guard the 3rd US Army Infantry Regiment (the oldest active unit of the Army serving our nation since 1784) and his involvement in it during as a member of the Honor Guard Company, (guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier) USA Drill Team, and guard at the Vice Presidents Gallery in Washington, D.C. Bob talked about (New Chapter member Mark Hutsell and his wife Janet along with President Reighard) The Colorado River Chapter welcomes our newest member Mark Lee Hutsell, of Yuma who was sworn in at our Man meeting in LHC. Mark s Patriot ancestor is Peter Livengood who was born in Switzerland and provided Patriotic Service in Bedford County, Pennsylvania during the American Revolution. 9

10 Palo Verde Chapter The Palo Verde Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution was chartered on January 11, We serve the East Valley Communities of Ahwatukee, Apache Junction, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Sun Lakes, Tempe, and the southern portion of Scottsdale. All SAR members, spouses, prospective members and guests are welcome to attend our chapter meetings. Meetings are held on the second Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM at the Dobson's Restaurant, located at 2155 S. Dobson Road in Mesa, Arizona, about two blocks south of Baseline Road. We have interesting speakers each month on varied topics. Phoenix Chapter The Phoenix Chapter,. Serving Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley. We meet for lunch every Tuesday before noon (11:30) at the Miracle Mile Delicatessen at 4433 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ. Call Chuck Howey at (cell) for more details. Prescott Chapter The Prescott Chapter meets on the 3 rd Saturday of the Month at 12 Noon, except no meetings are held in July and August and the December meeting is held on the 2nd Saturday of the month. All meetings are at Plaza Bonita (formerly Casa Bonita) Restaurant, 1317 E. Gurley St. at Hwy. 89, phone , except the November meeting is held at Stone Ridge Country Club, Prescott Valley. Lunch reservations are not necessary, except for the November meeting. For meeting information call John Thorne, at Memorial Day Parade Sons of the American Revolution Prescott Chapter marched in the Memorial Procession at the Prescott National Cemetery On Memorial Day in honor of all those fallen heroes of all our nations wars. Dr. William Baran traveled all the way from Ahwatukee to join them. He is a member of the Palo Verde Chapter. The SAR Prescott Chapter has 42 members and meets on the second Saturday of each month at the Plaza Bonita Restaurant. All members have proven their lineage to ancestors that fought or served in some way in the American Revolution between (The Prescott Color Guard on Memorial Day) Rim Country Meetings are held monthly on the third Saturday of the month at 8:00 AM at Tiny's Restaurant, located on the north side of Highway 260 in Payson, Arizona, about a quarter mile East of the intersection of Highway 87 and Highway 260. Saguaro Chapter The Saguaro Chapter meets at 8:30 am on the 2nd Saturday of each month except June, July, August, and September. It is a breakfast meeting at the Five & Diner Delux, W. Bell Road, # 125, Bel Mar Plaza, Surprise, AZ SAR Honors JROTC Cadet The Saguaro Chapter, Arizona Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), recognized Chandler Wingfield as the Outstanding Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet from Tolleson High School. Chapter Historian Allen Nash presented Cadet Wingfield with a certificate and the Society s Bronze Medal at a special ceremony on May 5th. The honor was based on patriotism, leadership, military bearing, scholarship,and general excellence. Pictured leading the procession Drummer Ed Lipphardt and then from left to right Dr. Bill Baran, with rifle. Captain Bill Smith, carring the Current USA Flag, Steve Monez carrying the first official Stars and Stripes, Wayne hood carrying the Grand Union Flag or Continental Flag, and Ed Steinback III carrying the Jones Serapis Flag. Dr. Baran and Ed Steinback are dressed in Continental Uniforms. Captain Bill Smith and Wayne Hood are dressed in Revolution Navy attire. Steve Monez is dressed in Virginia Attire. (Allen Nash presents Cadet Wingfield with his JROTC certificate) 10

11 New Member Dale Genser and three More New Compatriots Inducted. (President Loren Littlefield with Dale and Jo Genser) Dale Genser s Patriot was William Tyler, who enlisted as a Private in the Virginia Kentucky region. He served for 323 days under Captain John Willliams Company of Infantry under the command of Col. George Rogers Clark. Jan Huber, Chapter registrar has announced the following new Compatriots will be inducted in May. 1. Dan Dobler; his Patriot was Jesse Maxey who served as a Private in the Lincoln County, VA, Militia. Gage Gipson; his Patriot was Stephen Wilkinson who served as a Private in the Independent Company of Smithfield & Cumberland Rangers in Rhode Island. (John Lyons and Al Niemeyer Present the Leman Academy of Excellence with their Flag Certificate. Pictured is Dennis M O Reilly and Dr. Kevin Leman) Tucson Chapter Color Guard Wins the Mt. Lemon July 4 th Parade Competition The Tucson Chapter Color Guard and its Ladies Auxiliary joined with the Daughters of the American Revolution in Marching in the 4th of July, 2016 Summerhaven Parade. This smartly attired group had the privilege of leading off the Parade in celebration of our Nation s 240 th birthday. It was a successful march with many of the group meeting afterwards at Risky Business for a late lunch. Oh, did I mention that it was the first time in three years that we didn t finish marching in the rain. Colin Gipson; brother to Gage; inducted as a Junior Member. ***** Tucson Chapter The Tucson Chapter of the SAR was chartered on 12 December We are the oldest continuously functioning Chapter in the State. We currently serve all of Southern Arizona Flag Certificates Presented Around Tucson The Color Guard presented three flag certificates so far. (The well attended Mt. Lemon parade delegation won the Best Entry Award) 11

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