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K e n t u c k y S o c i e t y Sons of the American Revolution
The Kentucky Pioneer
March 2014 The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2
KYSSAR Officers-2013-14
President : Doug Collins
President Elect: Charles R. Scott
Vice President: Dr. Larry Leslie
Secretary: Del White
Treasurer: Richard B. Bierman
Chaplain: Michael Colegrove
Historian: Charles E. Scott
Registrar: Jessie L. Hagan
Chancellor: Jason Reichenbach
Surgeon: Dr. Larry Leslie
National Trustee: Tom Geimeier
Alt. Nat’l Trustee: Harry Geimeier
alt-national-trustee@ kyssar.org
Editor (Newsletter): Charles E. Scott
Webmaster: Preston “Tom” Higgins, II
KYSSAR Website:
http://www.kyssar.org/
“United we stand, divided we fall.”
Message from the President
KYSSAR Compatriots: First, I would like to thank each of you for your faith and
loyalty to the Kentucky Society. I have big shoes to fill based on the efforts of past
KYSSAR Presidents and will endeavor to do my best to maintain the high standard
established by my predecessors. Thank you for this opportunity.
I look forward to the opportunities ahead for the Kentucky Society. We are just
under 1,000 members. With minor efforts, we should be able to break that level this year. There
is a new Chapter in the works in Eastern Kentucky. Gary Howard has performed a yeoman’s task
and deserves much credit for his efforts. Don’t forget, your sons and grandsons under the age of
18 can join the SAR as a Junior Member. Both of my boys joined as Junior Members and con-
tinue to maintain their membership. I encourage you to consider this for the young men in your
lives.
In a few weeks, KYSSAR will celebrate our 125th Anniversary. Our Society was formed by then
Governor Simon Bolivar Buckner on April 8, 1889 during a meeting in the Senate chamber of
the Capital Building. This April 8th, we will meet in that same room, now in the “old” Capital
Building in Frankfort to celebrate our founding and pay tribute to our founders. Make plans to
attend if you can.
There are other activities this year with a theme of 125. April 30th will mark 125 years that the
National Society has been in existence. The 125th National Congress in Louisville is just around
the corner. The first Congress of the National Society met in Louisville in 1890, at the Galt
House at First and Main Street. The 2015 Congress will be at the current Galt House. Chuck
Scott has done some great preparation work up to this point, but he needs our assistance to com-
plete the task. We need your help to make Kentucky a showcase.
The Purple Heart Monument will be dedicated in Walton on April 12th. Jackie Miller has
worked diligently to see this project through to completion. I hope to see many of you in Walton
as we pay tribute to those in the military who have been wounded.
I look forward to traveling the State to meet as many of you as I can. You are the backbone of
the Kentucky Society and I thank you for your efforts. Your willingness to step up and be in-
volved is what makes Kentucky shine.
Thank you for your support.
Fraternally, Doug Collins
KYSSAR President
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Louisville Thruston Chapter
Norb Rawert, of the Louisville Thruston Chapter, was invited to Ms. Rene
Larkin's 5th grade class at Camden Station Elementary School in Crestwood,
KY where he led a “Discussion about the Revolutionary War (1776-1783).”
Three compatriots received
their lapel rosette pins.
(L to R) Doug Bozell, Gary
Reasor, & Barry Chafin
Garrett Goetschius was presented the
NSSAR War Service Medal by
President Doug Collins.
Jon E. Huffman was awarded the
Bronze Distinguished Service Medal
by former Chapter President Henry
Head.
Compatriot Will Schrader made a flag certificate presentation to Rev. Paul Beach, Pastor of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church in Louisville. The flagpole at the church was dedicated on November 18, 1995, and the flag has flown ever since.
John Crowner, a senior at Ballard High
School who won the Eagle Scout Essay
Contest at the state level. He was intro-
duced and presented the award by
Compatriot Don Thom, a former Eagle
Scout.
The Capt. Charles Gatliff Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution met February 13th at the Hutton School of Business
located on the campus of the University of the Cumberlands. Following the opening ceremony and invocation, dinner was served.
Following dinner chapter president, Chapter President Michael Colegrove updated those in attendance about a program that will
bring more than 1,000 5th grade students to the University of the Cumberlands campus to learn more about the founding of our
nation. The “How We Became the United States of America: The Values that Built Our Nation” program provides in-service training
to teachers and follow-up experiences for their students. The program will be conducted March 26-28, 2014.
The program is being funded by a grant from the Steele-Reese foundation and is a partnership involving the National Society of the
Sons of the American Revolution, The University of Louisville, The University of the Cumberlands and the William Whitley
Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Pictured are those in attendance: Front Row: Michael Colegrove, Herman Moore, J.B. Mountjoy, David
Moore and James Moss.
Back Row: Paul Falin, Don Root, John Mountjoy, Clifford Jones, Donnie Rains and Wesley Jones.
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Captain Charles Gatliff Chapter
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Happy 2nd Birthday
Corn Island DAR Chapter
Special guest was “Wounded Warrior” Mike
Jeffrey and his service dog--Seal Team.
The Corn Island DAR Chapter celebrated it’s second birthday with a party at the Owl Creek Country Club. The guest speaker
was Spalding University President Tori Murden McClure. She told the attendees about some of her adventures which included
skiing at the South Pole, mountain climbing and being the first woman to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean. A special guest
was Wounded Warrior Mike Jeffrey and his service dog Seal Team.
Pictured above is Kathy Stammerman who made a special quilt for the chapter. The quilt has fifty blocks-one for each charter
member. On each block is an “X” that includes the names of the member and her ancestor. Above, in the center, is the block
for Regent Janet Upton and her ancestor Patriot Rodolphus Norris from Maryland. On the right are two charter members Terry
Lynn Pyle and Shelley Kuussualo.
Spalding University President Tori Murden McClure talks
about her adventures.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 5
Colonel Stephen Trigg Chapter
On Monday, February 17, at 11:00 A.M., Compatriots from the Col. Stephen Trigg Chapter of the Sons of the
American Revolution in Cadiz, Kentucky, braved the wind, rain, and cold temperatures to dedicate a new monument
on the campus of the Trigg County Elementary/Intermediate Schools. The chapter planted a cherry tree and placed a
granite marker in honor of George Washington's Birthday.
Joining the chapter Compatriots were several ladies from the James Thomas Chapter of the Daughters of the
American Revolution, as well as several students and staff from the Trigg County Intermediate School. Chapter
president Geoff Baggett gave a brief historical presentation to help those in attendance understand the significance
of the cherry tree and its historical association with George Washington. Compatriot Steve Mallory presented a
patriotic wreath at the memorial. After the dedication, participants posed for photographs.
Colonel Stephen Trigg Chapter members: (l to r ) Geoff
Baggett, Billy Redd, Steve Mallory, new "recruit" Jerry
Burlingame, James Sumner and Ken Oakley.
Group photo at Dedication of cherry tree planted at the Trigg
County Elementary/Intermediate Schools.
Cherry tree, wreath and marker.
Marker at George Washington Cherry Tree
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George Washington Portrait Presented by Colonel Stephen Trigg Chapter
( L-R) Steve Mallory, Billy Redd, Geoff Baggett, Principal Brian Futrell, Ken
Oakley, and James Sumner
Today five Compatriots visited the Trigg County Intermediate School to present a framed canvas portrait of George Washington to
school Principal Brian Futrell. This portrait, made available by the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, was purchased by the
chapter specifically for placement in this school. Mr. Futrell plans to hang it in the main hallway of the school near the offices.
In addition to the portrait, compatriots also presented Mr. Futrell with a teaching resource kit, a flag flown over Mount Vernon, and
a Certificate of Appreciation for his willingness to work with the chapter in resourcing education about the Revolutionary War.
On Friday, February 21, chapter president Geoff Baggett went “on the road” for a speaker’s bureau engagement in
Lakeland, Tennessee (near Memphis). His sister-in-law, Christy Harrison, is a fourth-grade teacher at Lakeland Elementary
School. She introduced the Americanism Poster Contest to the other teachers at her school. In February they offered the poster
project as an “extra credit” grade while studying their social studies unit on the Revolutionary War. 37 of their 140 students
participated.
On Friday Compatriot Baggett spoke to a combined assembly of six classes in the school cafeteria about the militia in the Revolution
and the role of Francis Marion in the Southern Theater. He also awarded certificates to the first, second, and third place win-
ners. The grand prize winner also received a book, The Swamp Fos of the Revolution by Stewart H. Holbrook, and a $20 cash
prize. He also presented “Certificates of Appreciation” to the school principal and all six of the teachers who participated in the
poster project. The highlight of the afternoon was teaching the kids the, “Huzzah!” cheer and hearing the entire cafeteria full of kids
giving the cheer as they waved their arms.
Chapter President Geoff Baggett and students from Lakeland Elementary School
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 7
Crossing of the Dan
The "Retreat to the Dan" began in January 1781, following an American victory at Cowpens in South Carolina and became a "Race
to the Dan" across North Carolina and into Virginia. The race was won by General Nathanael Greene with his "Crossing of the
Dan" on February 14th at Irvin's and Boyd's ferries on the Dan River. This tactical retreat saved the American Southern Army and
was one of the turning points in the war. The historical significance of the event places the Dan River crossing on a unique list of
landmark sites of the American Revolution, and the National Society, Sons of the American Revolution has elevated the event to
national prominence.
Kentucky Compatriots at the “Crossing of the Dan”:were Charlie Scott,
Dr. Larry Leslie, Tom Higgins, Dennis Scott, Marshall Wilkins, Rev.
Forrest Chilton, Chuck Scott, John Clay Barnett and Scott Giltner.
Cannon used during the ceremony and the flat boat ready to ferry Patriots across the Dan River.
Making wreath presentations were: Rev. Forrest Chilton for the KYSSAR, Scott Giltner presented the
Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter wreath and Dr. Larry Leslie presented the Big Sandy Chapter wreath.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 8
Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter
Charlie Scott and Tom Higgins presented Anne Raab a
challenge coin at the Crossing of the Dan. She was a
point of contact for our chapter and was a big help as we
prepared to attend the event.
Chuck Scott stands with Colleen Wilson and Susan
Griffin at the Bucksnort Trade Show. The ladies, from
headquarters, were there looking for items for the
merchandise department.
New President, Scott Giltner, receives the
jewell of his office from Chuck Scott.
Chuck Scott and Scott Giltner work our booth at the Bucksnort
trade show. Items for the 2015 Congress were offered for sale.
Pictured (L-R) are: Registrar: Junior Murdock, Secretary: John
Clay Barnett, Historian: Vic Bitter, Treasurer: Charlie Scott,
President: Scott Giltner and Vice President: Rev. Forrest Chilton
Chapter Officers for 2014
New members
Rev. John Stonesifer and Richard Ace Spencer
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 9
Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter (continued)
John Clay Barnett getting the students involved in a classroom presentation.
1
2
3
1 & 2: Vic Bitter, Scott Giltner and Charlie Scott were invited to talk about
the SAR at the Plankeshaw DAR meeting in New Albany, Indiana. Picture
#1 shows Scott and Charlie talking about the Star Spangled Banner.
In picture #2 Scott and Charlie play a duet on their fifes. The song was
“Chester.”
Picture #3 shows Scott Giltner and Charlie Scott with Henry County High
School JROTC medal winner Cadet Patrick Moody.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 10
2014 Presidents’ Day Observed by DAR, SAR, C.A.R.
The annual Presidents’ Day Dinner for the Maysville patriotic lineage societies was held on Monday, Feb. 17, 2014 at DeSha’s
Restaurant with 33 in attendance. Limestone Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution Regent Stevi Paolucci welcomed the
members and guests. After the opening ritual, DAR Chaplain Dena Green conducted a memorial service in memory of Norma Payne
Stewart. Limestone Chapter Registrar Charlotte Allison welcomed Barbara Verville as a new member.
The Limestone Society Children of the American Revolution served as hosts and hostesses for the meeting. They provided table
decorations along with a display about their national and state projects. To add to the evening’s fun, they challenged those in
attendance with a quiz on the Civil War. Prizes were awarded to three lucky history buffs.
The George Mason Chapter Sons of the American Revolution is led by President David Cartmell. They have two pending members:
Randy and Mark Humphries.
The program for the evening was presented by Nancy O’Malley who co-authored “Kentucky’s Frontier Highway: Historical
Landscapes Along the Maysville Road” with Dr. Karl Raitz. Mrs. O’Malley is an archaeologist who serves as Assistant Director for
the University of Kentucky’s Williams S. Webb Museum of Anthropology. She shared a slide show and spoke about the significant
sites along the Maysville Road and its role in the development of Kentucky.
SAR members in attendance at the Maysville Presidents’ Day Dinner are shown with the leaders of the C.A.R. and
DAR. They are (left to right) C.A.R. President John Wallingford, Russ Wallingford, Mark Humphries, DAR Regent
Stevi Paolucci, George Mason Chapter SAR President David Cartmell, and Frank Allison.
Central District Meeting
October 31---November 1
Blue Ash Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cincinnati, Ohio
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 11
KYSSAR State Meeting (officers)
State officers for 2014: (L-R) President Doug Collins, President-Elect Chuck Scott, Vice President and
Surgeon Dr. Larry Leslie, Secretary Del White, Treasurer Richard Bierman, Chancellor Jason Richenbach,
Historian and Editor Charlie Scott.
Chapter Presidents of ten chapters attended the state meeting.
Front row L-R are: Ted Kuster (Lafayette), Scott Giltner (Gov.
Isaac Shelby), David Cartmell (George Mason), Jackie Miller, I
(Captain William Arnold) and Jack Early (James Early).
Back row L-R are: Lance Carter (John Howe), Doug Collins
(Louisville Thruston), Kent Marcum (Simon Kenton), Geoff
Baggett (Col. Stephen Trigg) and Dr. Larry Leslie (Big Sandy
Chapter).
Former state Presidents at the state meeting. Front row
L-R are: Lance Carter (WV), Dennis Boyer (Ark), Rev.
Forrest Chilton, Will Schrader, Jack Early. Back row L-R
are: David Sympson, David Cartmell, Tom Geimeier and
Tom Higgins.
KYSSAR Pictures by: John Clay Barnett
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 12
KYSSAR State Meeting
Awards
Christian Bush, a senior at St. X High School, was the
state winner in the Knight Essay Contest. Here he is
presented the Louisville Thruston chapter award by
Will Schrader. He was unable to attend the KYSSAR
John William Crowner, winner of the state Eagle Scout
essay contest, stands with Eagle Scout Chairman Lucien
Rice.
Michelle Keeney, from Fern Creek High School, was the
winner of the J.R.O.T.C. essay contest. Here she holds her
winner’s medal standing between KYSSAR President Tom
Geimeier and our new President Doug Collins.
The Kentucky Society’s American
History Teacher of the Year is Doug
Logan from Ockerman Middle School.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 13
KYSSAR State Meeting
Youth Awards
Jessica Le , from Ockerman Middle School, was the
winner of the KYSSAR tri-fold brochure contest.
Standing with her is Pat Berry, contest Chairman.
Annemarie McClurg, a student at St. Augustine,
won the KYSSAR elementary grade poster contest.
Here she stands by her winning poster of “The
Swamp Fox.”
Elizabeth Giltner, a student at the Highlands Latin School, won second place in the KYSSAR poster contest. On the left
she is receiving her award and reward from contest chairman Pat Berry. On the right Elizabeth poses besides her poster.
The compatriot with her is her father, Scott Giltner.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 14
KYSSAR State Meeting (awards)
Del White was awarded the Distinguished
Service medal by President Tom Geimeier.
Chuck Scott received the Patriot
medal
Deceased Compatriot George McCain was
awarded the Patriot medal posthumously.
Dr. Michael Colegrove received the
Meritorious Service medal.
Wife of President Tom Geimeier,
Mary Geimeier, receives the Lydia
Darragh medal.
Gary Howard receives the Thomas Lyne
award for referring new members to his
chapter. He shared this award with Jesse
Hagan who was not available for a
picture.
State Roger Sherman medals were award to the following: (L-R) Pat Berry, Donald Drewry, Lucien Rice, Gary Howard, Dr.
Larry Leslie and Don Adams.
Dick Bierman, Doug Collins and Scott Giltner received the Roger Sherman medal.
Tom Higgins, Tom Geimeier, Forrest Chilton
and Charlie Scott received the 125 anniversary
medal.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 15
KYSSAR State Meeting
Most New Members--Big Sandy Chapter Board of Governors meeting
The gavel is passed! President Doug Collins and wife--Allison
Don Adams and Al Coleman Jr. Murdock, Jim Strohmeier and Wm. Busch David Cartmell and Ted Kuster
Dan Klinck and Will Schrader Mr. and Mrs. Roger Givins Tom Geimeier, Geoff Baggett and Jackie Miller
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 16
C.A.R. & DAR
Jonas Bastien, President of the Kentucky Society, Children of the American Revo-
lution, brought greetings from his society at the KYSSAR state meeting.
Jonas was awarded the Bronze C.A.R. medal and was presented with a check for
his state project. Standing with Jonas is President Tom Geimeier and Charlie Scott.
Jonas’ sister sold chances of a quilt that is
helping fund the C.A.R. state project.
DAR members at the KYSSAR state
meeting are (L-R): Jean Boyer, and
Deborah Givens
Our First Ladies: (L-R) Allison Collins (wife of new KYSSAR President
Doug Collins,) Mary Geimeier (wife of 2013-14 KYSSAR President Tom
Geimeier) and Judy Carter (wife of V.P. General of the Central District Lance
Carter.)
Cox’s Station DAR Regent Jessieanne
Wells with Colonel Donna Lucchesse,
Commander of the Nelson County High
School JROTC. The picture was taken at a
recent DAR meeting where Vietnam
Veterans were honored.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 17
Schedule of Events
MARCH
22rd - William Addison Grave Marking Location: Gant Cemetery, Sharon Grove, KY Time: 2:00 p.m.-(eastern time),
1:00 p.m.-(central time)
28th - State Color Guard for State DAR Meeting Location: Hilton/Lexington Downtown Hotel, Lexington, KY Time:
5:30 p.m.
APRIL
5th - Anthony Crockett Grave Marking Location: Franklin County, KY Time: 2:00 p.m. ?????
5th - CAR State Meeting Location: Capital Plaza Hotel, Frankfort, KY Time: TBA
8th - Kentucky Society 125th Ceremony Location: 700 Capital Avenue Bay, Frankfort, KY Time: 2:00 p.m.
12th - Purple Heart Memorial Dedication Location: Walton, KY Time: 4:00 p.m. (muster at 3:30 p.m.)
26th
- Conrad Mathis Grave Marking Location: Lutheran Church Cemetery (Hwy 245), Bardstown, KY Time: 11:00 a.m.
26th - Morgan Wright Grave Marking Location: St. Rose Priory Church, 868 Loretto Road, Springfield, KY Time: 2:00
p.m.
�MAY
1st - Pegasus Parade Location: (Muster at SAR Headquarters), Louisville, KY Time: 12:00 p.m. to ???
10th - Raid at Martin's Station Location: Wilderness Road State Park, Ewing, VA Time: 10:00 a.m.
25th - Flags Across America Memorial Day Vigil Location: Great Lawn at Waterfront Park, Louisville, KY Time:
11:00 p.m. (Contact S. Giltner)
Attention SAR & DAR Chapters
All SAR & DAR members are invited to attend the events listed above!
If your chapter is hosting an event and you want support from
members of other chapters, send the editor the event, date,
time and location and it will be listed on the schedule.
Charlie Scott, KYSSAR Newsletter
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 18
The Kentucky Society,
Sons of the American Revolution
Request your presence at a
ceremony as we celebrate
our 125th Anniversary
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
at
2:00 p.m.
300 West Broadway *
Frankfort, KY 40601
R.S.V.P Douglas Collins
502-292-0719 or [email protected]
* Corrected address
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 19
2015 Congress Medal Sets
If you plan to attend the 2015 NSSAR Congress or if you plan to work at making this a successful Congress and if you receive this
newsletter this is your opportunity to purchase the Congress medal set. We have a very limited supply of these attractive medals and
we don’t expect the supply to last. Order now while we can guarantee delivery.
2015 Congress Medal Set Order
$30 each plus $1 mailing expense for each medal set
Mail ____ 2015 Congress Medal set (s) to me at the following address:
Name _______________________________________
Address __________________________________________________________
City, State & Zip Code _____________________________________________
Check enclosed for $_________
Medal sets can be ordered by sending a check payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress to:
Charlie Scott, 10703 Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY 40223
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 20
2015 Congress Challenge Coin
There will be a limited supply of 125th Congress coins for sale. This is a fund-raising project of the Kentucky Society to help us
cover expenses for the Congress to be held in Louisville in 2015. This initial offer is for Kentucky SAR members and for those who
receive the Kentucky Pioneer newsletter--our friends in the DAR and members of other state SAR Societies.
The coin has on the front side engravings of the two main ways pioneers removed to the area that became the Commonwealth of
Kentucky. The back side has the symbol of the National Society, Sons of the American Revolution.
The coin will sell for $10. If mailed, there will be a $1 mailing charge for each coin shipped. For those members who will be
attending the spring leadership meeting, coins can be picked up at the meeting.
Coins can be ordered by sending a check payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress to:
Charlie Scott, 10703 Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY 40223
2015 Congress Coin Order
$10 each plus $1 mailing expense for each coin
Mail ____ coin(s) to me at the following address:
Name _______________________________________
Address __________________________________________________________
City, State & Zip Code _____________________________________________
Check enclosed for _$_________
Coins can be ordered by sending a check payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress to:
Charlie Scott, 10703 Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY 40223
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 21
Congress Lapel Pins
Congress lapel pins are now available. This is an opportunity for all Kentucky
members to help support our society put on a great Congress in 2015.
The pins are $5.00 each. Chapters can order in quantities to pass out to their
members. Mail your check, payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress, to:
Charlie Scott, 10703 Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY 40223
(Indicate on check for line: Lapel Pin)
Pennsylvania Fowler * 2015 Congress Special
Made by master craftsman Darrin McDonal
$5.00 Donation
Chapters can order books of ten on consignment
Individual sales at Chapter or by mail
Mail check payable to KYSSAR, 2015 Congress to: Charlie Scott, 10703 Boxwood Hill Court, Louisville, KY 40223
(Indicate on check for line: Fowler)
Top portion of ticket stub will be scanned and sent to you by e-mail
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 22
William Whitley DAR Chapter
The William Whitley Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution held an awards ceremony and
reception for the top ten students who took part in the annual American History Essay Contest. Their teacher, Jessica Sulfridge,
parents and guests joined in recognizing the accomplishments of the students. The national committee’s 2014 topic is “The Lives
of Children During the American Revolution. The war dramatically changed the lives of children during the Revolution. Some
actually followed their fathers into battle; others stayed home and assumed new responsibilities that were necessary for their fami-
lies’ survival. The students were to pretend to be are a boy or a girl during the colonial fight for freedom. Using historical facts,
they were to discuss how the war is affecting their lives. Six of the top 10 winners read their essays to the group. Certificates and
dollar coins were awarded to each of the participants.
Left to right—Carolyn Falin, Regent; Danny West; Jeremiah Wilson; Collin Taylor;
Ashley Chapman; Allie Mitchell; McKenzie Prewitt; Jessica Sulfridge, teacher; Wanda
Jeffries, Committee Chair. Not pictured: Gracie Brennenstuhl, Brandon Byrd, Bridgett
Carpenter; Andrew Myers
CollinTaylor (left) was the first place winner and received an Excellence
in American History Medal, a Chapter Winner Certificate and a monetary
award. Collin’s essay will be considered for the Kentucky DAR American
History Essay Award. Ashley Chapman (right) won 3rd place and received
a certificate and a monetary award. Jessica Sulfridge, teacher.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 23
Simon Kenton Chapter
Out going KYSSAR President Tom Geimeier received two gifts as he left office. On the left, Historian Charlie Scott
presents Tom with a copy of a historical document signed by Gov. Isaac Shelby in 1792. On the right Tom receives a
framed picture from the new KYSSAR President Doug Collins.
Chapter President Kent Marcum at
KYSSAR state meeting.
Chapter President Kent Marcum receives the President’s award presented to the Simon Kenton Chapter for being the
Chapter with the most Americanism points. KYSSAR Vice President Chuck Scott made the presentation.
2013-14 KYSSAR President Tom
Geimeier with KKYSSAR Secretary
Del White and new KYSSAR
President Doug Collins.
KYSSAR President Tom Geimeier
and Pat Berry with appreciation
certificates for being Chairman of
brochure and poster contests.
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2 Page 24
Headquarters Renovation Update
Basement
Second Floor
Building Mezzanine
Don’t forget the matching donation plans
Page 25
Next State Meeting at Blue Licks
The Kentucky Pioneer, Volume 10, Issue 2
Save this date: Saturday, August 16, 2014
Blue Licks Battlefield State Park
10299 Maysville Road, Carlise, KY
Plans are being made to hold our next state meeting at Blue Licks Battlefield State Park. The meeting and luncheon will be prior to
the Sons of the American Revolution Memorial Service at the Blue Lick Monument. Taking part in this event: Presenting a wreath,
taking part in a black-powder gun salute, leading the pledge to the flag or any activity where you are listed on the program will give
you credit for the Patriot Grave Marking medal. Because there are several buried in an unmarked grave, you get to count up to five
towards the fifteen required for the medal.
Arrangements have been made at the Super 8 motel in Maysville, KY for rooms at $59.00. Rooms at the historic French Quarter
Hotel are also available.
We are not involved, but there is usually a reenactment of the Blue Lick Battle right after our service.
If you have a uniform, wear it and help present Colors and Standards at the memorial service.
For reservations
Super 8 Motel
US Hwy 68, 550 Tucker Dr, Maysville, KY
606-759-8888 (talk to Sue)
