2nd Annual American Heritage Dinner

Feb 22nd the Lincoln Chapter hosted their 2nd annual Founder’s Dinner at the Havlock Social  Hall.  Guests were invited from a wide array of patriotic organizations, many of which were represented.  President James Hoke was emcee for the evening and presented certificates and awards to guests and SAR members.  Lincoln resident, Mary Bede entertained and educated with her impressive portrayal of Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross.  Several organizations had displays and there was a very nice display of Civil War era memorabilia and authentic guns.

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Table set in remberence of POW/MIA's

Table set in remembrance of POW/MIA’s

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NE Sec. of State, John Gale and wife, joined us.

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Member Merle Rudebusch gave a talk about the history of the US Flag

Member Merle Rudebusch gave a talk about the history of the US Flag

Mary Bede as Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross

Mary Bede as Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross

Clara Barton

Present Hoke and Clara Barton

Present Hoke and Clara Barton

Member Robert Chandler accepts an Meritorious Service Award from President Hoke

Member Robert Chandler accepts an Meritorious Service Award from President Hoke

President Hoke thanks Miss Chandler

President Hoke thanks Miss Chandler

Robert Chandler’s granddaughter, CAR member, led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.

Greg Holloway spoke about legal issues in the State Legislature, and getting the Pledge of Allegiance into all public schools.

Greg Holloway spoke about veteran’s issues in the State Legislature, and getting the Pledge of Allegiance into all public schools.

Awards Given at the 2013 Fall Meeting

Our awardee for the Fire Safety Commendation was given to Lincoln Fire and Rescue member Andrew McLaughlin.

Compatriot Stoner presents award to Andrew McLaughlin

Compatriot Stoner presents award to Andrew McLaughlin

Firefighter Andrew McLaughlin and Cheif Tim Linky

Firefighter Andrew McLaughlin and Chief Tim Linky

President Fred Walden made his personal award to members of the NE Society and other for their help during his tenure.

John Reinert is awarded the Meritorious Service Medal

John Reinert awarded the Meritorious Service Medal

James Hoke is awarded the Meritorious Service Medal

James Hoke awarded the Meritorious Service Medal

Shawn Stoner is awarded the Meritorious Service Medal

Shawn Stoner awarded the Meritorious Service Medal

Merle Rudebusch is awarded the Roger Sherman Medal

Merle Rudebusch awarded the Roger Sherman Medal

John Parsons is awarded the Liberty Medal for sponsoring more than 10 SAR members.

John Parsons awarded the Liberty Medal for sponsoring more than 10 SAR members.

President Walden presents the Lydia Darragh award to his wife Jan Walden for all of the work she has done helping and supporting him during his tenure as President.

President Walden presents the Lydia Darragh award to his wife Jan Walden for the work helping and supporting him during his tenure as President.

President Walden and Robert Chandler present the NESSAR Flag Award to Merle Rudebusch.

President Walden and Robert Chandler present the NESSAR Flag Award to Merle Rudebusch.

President Walden presents the awards that members, chapters and the society received at the 2013 Congress.

Bob Knott and Bill Webb were presented the Flathers award for the NESSAR newsletter, The Husker Patriot.

Bob Knott and Bill Webb being presented the Flathers award for the NESSAR newsletter, The Husker Patriot.

President Walden presents the Streamer and Certificate for Flag Certificates presented to John Reinert.

President Walden presents the Streamer and Certificate for Flag Certificates presented to John Reinert.

 

2013 SAR Congress

2013 CongressNESSAR President Fred Walden and wife Jan (pictured 2nd from left) attended the SAR Congress in Kansas City July 6-10, 2013.

Lincoln Chapter vice president Shawn Stoner also attended the business meetings on July 8-10.