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HomeMy WebLinkAboutGrange Newsletter 1967 February 4ENFIELD GRANGE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS 1966-67 (4) February 4, 1967 It is said that "he who hesitates, is lost," so we hesitate no longer. At several of the past grange meetings, discussion has centered around the fact that due to circumstances beyond our control, many of our 50 year members do not have pins to signify their years of service. The Enfield Grange is climbing an important ladder right now and every rung is impor- tant. 4e are taking in new members at every meeting, and receiving assistance and information from our pre- sent members. Our card parties are building up, we have been mentioned in two Grange newspapers and organization of a Junior Grange is underway. But we have one rung with a crack in it. So we have decided to see if by telling our problem to our friends, some- one can find the solution that we can't. There are, on our rolls, 20 members elegible for 50 year pins. These pins cost $3.50 each. qe find that some members have already purchased their own pins at their own cost. Some others have offered to purchase their own. `le have not contacted these people because we feel it our obligation to provide pins for these longevity members accordingly. During the 1967 year, we will have four members become elegible for pins. Fred D. Rumsey will complete 70 years on April 13th. Fannie Lanning, 60 years on June 11th. Pearl Rolfe, 50 years on April 28th and Elizabeth Bohach 50 years on August 14th. The editor of this newsletter has had some very wonderful and gratifying response from the people receiving it. It is hoped that somehow, you may be able to help us find a solution to our problem. We really should mend our ladder before we climb much higher. ;4e would like at this time, to extend our deepest sympathy to our beloved Sister Cora Rumsey's family. Sister Rumsey joined our Grange on May 27th, 1902 and devoted much time and evergy to its functioning. To Fred, who holds many honors and ranks high in Grange achievements, we Brothers and Sisters of the Enfield Valley Grange bestow upon him yet another honor: the honor of being a devoted husband, a beloved father, a looked up to grandfather and great-grandfather and one of the most faithful Brothers a Grange could have. Our heartfelt prayers are with you and yours at this time and always remember that no matter what may come, you are never alone. (2) Mrs. Luce, who was to have visited Lee Carpenter and advised us on the organization of a Junior Grange has been ill over the holidays and was unable to get here. However, she expects to meet with us soon and we hope to have more information coming right along to you soon. Our list of prospective young people is growing right along so we have to get going. As of this newsletter, the upcoming issues will be done every two months, due to printing and mailing expenses. At this time, these letters are done at no expense to the Grange. Ie do not feel that the Grange can afford to support a newsletter right now when there so many more important things in the making. However, we have heard from so many people expressing the pleasure they have derived from these letters that we feel we cannot discontinue them. So we will mail every two months until something further developes. The regular meeting of the Enfield Valley Grange No. 295 was held Jan. 10th, at the home of Bob Carpenter with 10 members present. The eight names proposed at the December meeting were voted upon and all unanimously accepted. Six new names were sub- mitted for acceptance at the February meeting. Our secretary, Nellie Hubbell, sub- mitted her resignation , effective upon election of a new secretary. This should be done at our February meeting. Mrs. Hubbell, who has held her position for the past 13 years, has done a fine job and been a true servant. However, due to a full work schedule, she finds it hard to keep up with everything. We will miss Nellie and her contribution and we take this opportunity to say a grateful thank you for her devotion. On February 14th, the Grange will have its regular meeting at the home of Mitch Gray. The State Deputies, Mr. & Mrs. Russell Luce will be present at this time. 'Ie ask that those of you who have not been able to attend meetings regularly, please try very sincerely to be at this one. !]e want l-ir. Luce to be impressed with our Grange. At the same time, we need a good representation in order that we may elect a new secretary. Attendance is a very important ingredient in a successful organization. Th P__re. will be a 1st and 2n�j DeQree installation on 1% Th ch 3rd. at the Enfield School fpr ose rece tlyy taken jjptq the Granae. We expect about U people to be installed at that time and ask that you again try to be in attendance for this. Nark this date down on your calandar now. You will be contacted further by the Master. (3) On January 28th, there was a card party at the home of Roger Brown. If you will recall, the weather that day was far from good. This wife said to her husband, "if the Brown's are nice enough to have a card party, we should at least try to attend regardless of this weather* We live quite close and those who live farther away probably won't venture out on a night like this." So with Patriotic good deeds in mind, we, along with two other.. brave.couples,_took to the roads and braved the winds to Bra LWh4a, (±1011, you guessed it: we not only had trouble.j finding room.to.park in their already crowded driveway, we -had trouble finding a place for the eight tablep that had to be set up. And there were still people left over. Oh yes, the weather has been so good recently that when this snow hit, several of the people didn't know how to dress for it. Three people put their boots on but forgot to carry their shoes with them. Very informal card party. And.one,of the nicest we have had. The next card party will a .#ieid at the home of Edward'Marshall on Mecklenburg, the 18th of February. Doris and :woody Specht will have one the 4th of March at their home. We hope you notice'that these are both new hosts. We are still waiting to hear from MEMBERS TO MENTION: Arthur Teeter, who lives at R.D.#5 Ithaca, on the Enfield Falls Rd. was born June 4, 18f8 in the same house he now lives in. He was the son of Mary Elizabeth and Andrew Jackson Teeter. His two children, James Teeter and Catherine Kellogg reside near by. He has 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is very proud of the fact that he just recently became a great -great -great uncle. .He lists his hobby as three meals a day. Not a bad idea. His first car, a Cadilac, had -one cylinder and at that time there was only one other car in Enfield, which belonged to Julius Ford. He joined the Enfield M.E. Church 70 years ago and the Grange on Sept. 229 1908. Today he still takes great interest in his farm and very rarely misses a Sunday in church. His wit and humor are outstanding. His feeling for people is gentle and good. To quote a familiar saying, "To know him is to love him." Elizabeth Rumsey•.also lives on the Enfield Falls Rd. in Ithaca. She -was -born on October 14th in Enfield, the daughter of Margaret and Henry Bock. She has a brother, Fred Bock. A very active lady, she is the President of her H.D.U. unit, the President of the Enfield Mother's club and a member of the Enfield Falls Community Assoc. She is the Chaplain of our Grange$. which she joined on March 9, 1926. (4) Along with all these activities, she works part time in the kitchen at-loodside Inn. She attends church regularly and is ready, willing and able to lend a helping hand whenever needed. She has a daughter Helen and a granddaughter :Caren, who is presently attending college. le sometimes don't realize all the assets our members possess until we go over each member individually. This one possesses a great deal. Susie Hanson resides on the Iradell Rd. R.D.#3, T -Burg. Born April 10, 1887, (lets not forget to send a card, after all, it isn't every day you turn 80,) she has two daughters. Doris Specht and Margaret Carr are very proud of their ambitious mother. She has two grandchildren and one great-granddaughter named Stacey Lynn. Susie joined the Grange on May 9, 1911. Her late husband, John, was at one time a Master of our Grange. Her son-in-law, :loody, was also a Piaster. So she has been mixed up with Grange thoroughly. A vacation a year seems to be her motto and a good one at that. Susie is a friend to all and seldom has a fault to find. They say that time teaches us the meaning of patience and understanding but it apparently was born right into our Susie. She is certainly a master in her own rights of these qualities. Leon and Lila Rothermich live at .D.#5 Ithaca on the Fish Iload. Leon, who is a Past i,iaster, joined the Grange on November 4, 1921. Shortly after, on December 13, 1921, Lila became a member. Rumor has it that during his term as Piaster, Leon served with diligence and application. He is presently employed by the New York State Department of Labor as a Construction Safety Inspector. (He keeps an eye on Bob C. so that he doesn't work with his hard hat off.) He is also a collector of antique phonographs. Lila Devotes her time to her family and her home. Certainly a pleasant couple to know. So long for now and remember that our next issue will not be out for two months. This will take us up to raster, so a word now of the upcoming Lenten Season. If you are able, please try to attend the Lenten Service of you faith. You will find that the greatest benefactor of these moments will be you.