Kiwanis Klarion
Asheboro Kiwanis
                                    Editor - Dean Lail

Seventy-Five Plus and Looking Good!
To recognize the 75th anniversary of the Kiwanis Club of Asheboro, members 75 years old or over dressed up for a picture.  Shown below are Sen. Russell Walker, Jack Davis, Quinton Hussey, Monroe Herring, Carl Jordan, Jeff Miller, and Tom Cunningham.  Several others were not able to attend.  Monroe Herring was quoted as saying he was "included just to make the group look good" and he certainly does as they all look impressive and quite respectable.



Meeting - October 14, 2003
We were called to order by President Dean. Music was provided by Don Monroe and our new "accompanist" Fred Fleco. The invocation was delivered by Marion Griffin. Guests were introduced including 5 Key Club Members, Pastors from Lakeside and First Baptist, and Marion Griffiin's guest, David Short. Members of Kiwanis 75 years and older were recognized. President Dean reminded us that we have been challenged by the District Governor's wife to join the "Heroes 45" Club. This asks that a contribution of $45 be donated to Victory Junction. Scott Redding reported on the attendance of Dean Lail, Frank Havens, Lynn Jones and himself at the Oct. 11th District Meeting during which Lynn Jones was nominated to be Lt. Governor for 2004-2005. Congratulations Lynn. We're proud of you. Some amusement was shown at the announcement that there would be a bell ringing training session to be offered, but it was explained later that there were some more serious issues to be covered than "ringing" technique. Secretary Lynn reported that 50 Kiwanians and 10 guests were present for pastor's night. Dave Rowe, as spotlight business, gave us an interesting overview of REMC's development, function and contribution to the county's welfare. Charles Link introduced the speaker, Captain Jason Hughes, newly appointed to the local Salvation Army group. He and his wife Angela (both ordained ministers) met in the Salvation Army. He told of the founding of the Army in England in 1865 by a Methodist minister, William Booth and gave us their slogan - Soup, Soap and Salvation.  Captain Hughes talked of the many programs of the Army and described the specific benefits they provide our community. These include sheltering for the homeless, parish nurse program, after school programs, housing programs, meal programs by the canteen (capability of up to 2000 meals per day). He, also, informed us, as we probably all suspected that because of the regional economical downturn the needs were becoming greater. Mack Priest couldn't "dig" out the card he was looking for in "split the pot".
Reporter - Tom Cunningham

Notable Quote
"After Desert Storm, over a decade ago, the one complaint I still hear is that we went to war against Saddam Hussein but we never finished the job. Well, this finishes the job."
REP. C. W. BILL YOUNG, Republican of Florida, after Congress backed President Bush's request for $87 billion for Iraq and Afghanistan.

Board Actions - October 14, 2003
Contributed the following:
Young Children Priority One Project - Partnership for Children, $350 to sponsor Christmas parade float and volunteers to hand out books, plus $480 for welcome baby bags.
Youth Services - $693 for Kiwanis football team uniforms.
Community Service - $100 to National Guard Armory for welcome home celebration. 
$250 to Kiwanis International Foundation.
$1 per member for Lt. Governor's Expense fund.
Approved - Britt Kimmel resignation; Jack Davis 6 month leave of absence; Sam Bass senior status.
Recommended Chris Griffin to board position for one year term replacing Scott Redding who is serving as VP.  Approved annual budget and flowers for Shirley Jarrell due to surgery for broken leg.

Opportunities for You
If you want a Kiwanis license plate, please get an application at the next meeting.
Clemson Wake game and tailgate at Grove Stadium on Kiwanis Day Nov. 1st.  Contact Bill Clark to sign up.
Make a Difference Day - Trash pickup, 9am, Oct. 25th.
Hero 45 donations for Victory Junction Camp can be turned in to Dean Lail.

A typical Kiwanis club is a snapshot of its community, with members from all walks of life and at every step of the career ladder. They are unified in their belief that children and their communities benefit from the efforts of a proficient group of caring and involved volunteers. In a typical year, Kiwanis clubs invest more than 6.2 million hours and US$170 million in communities around the world. Through these efforts, the Kiwanis organization truly leaves a lasting impression on future generations.

Upcoming programs
Oct. 21, Ricky Cox, Cheryl Perkins, Uganda teachers.
Oct. 28, John Matkins - Mayor Jarrell
November is Native American Month
Nov. 4, Harvey Wood - Henry "Looking Bear" Free
Nov. 11, Ron Jones
Nov. 18, Bob Fritz - Forest Hazel, Saponi Indian
Nov. 25, Lynne Qualls - Farm-City Night
Dec. 2, Doc Twiford
Dec. 9, Dr. Dough, Wright Bros. First Flight
Dec. 16, David Poe, Make-a-Wish Foundation
Dec. 23, Christmas Party, Stonehollow Band

Key Club Activity Notes
Halloween treats to go with Meals on Wheels.
Christmas cards for soldiers in Iraq.
Care packages for college freshmen formerly in Key Club.
Volunteer baby sitting at Family Crisis Center each week.
Volunteers at "Nightmare on Purgatory Mountain" haunted tram ride and walk through at NC Zoo N. America entrance on weekends and during the week of Halloween.
Snack sales at athletic events.
$500 donation to Victory Junction.
Attending Kiwanis meetings.
Next meeting will be Nov. 6th, at the Crossing youth center.  Mike Stack attended the last Key Club meeting and solicited volunteers for afterschool tutoring at the Crossing.
Wow! They're really active!

Humor
Those who jump off a Paris bridge are in Seine.
A man's home is his castle, in a manor of speaking.
A bicycle can't stand on its own because it is two tired.

 

10/19/03