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The Haversack The Newsletter of the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter
Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution
President’s Report
Greetings Compatriots:
This has been a busy period for our organization
and I want to take this opportunity to thank all of
you who have put your collective shoulders to the
wheel and helped move our organization forward.
Please note the following activities that our fellow
compatriots and I have been privileged to engage
in:
Participated in Carrollton Manor DAR Chap-
ter’s Day of Community Service at the Freder-
ick Literary Council’s Office
Participated in the Carrollton Manor DAR
Chapter’s Barbara Fritchie Memorial Service at
Mt. Olivet Cemetery
Received Carrollton Manor DAR Chapter’s
Community Service Award for the develop-
ment and rollout of our Chapter’s Frederick
Town Fife and Drum Corps
Planned and coordinated the Frederick Town
Fife and Drums participation in Brunswick,
Maryland’s Veterans Day Parade. The Parade
was managed on site, by compatriots Larry
Bishop and Ron Harbaugh, both who marched
in the parade. Compatriots Eugene Moyer; Bill
Robertson; and Jim Tucker performed as the
SLE Chapter Color Guard. The Corps won
first place as a community band and received a
monetary award of $150
Met with Colonial Williamsburg’s staff to ob-
tain information regarding the procurement of
FTFD uniforms from their clothier
Met with MDSSAR President Bill Smithson,
Dave Hoover, and wives at Turf Valley Coun-
try Club with club staff to review plans for the
MDSSAR Patriot’s Ball
Vol. 4 Issue 1 February, 2017
In this issue…
Page 2: Community Social Meeting
Page 3: Carrollton Manor ; Law Enforcement Med-
al ; Flag Award Pages 4: New Members, Roger Sher-
man Medal, Page 5: Committee Reports Page 6: Middle
School Essay
Participated in Carrollton Manor DAR Chap-
ter’s Veterans Day “Thank You” program
honoring Veterans residing at Edenton’s As-
sisted Living center
Met with 1st Vice President Pat Barron on
several occasions to review chapter events and
activities
Planned and coordinated the Chapter’s Color
Guard and Frederick Town Fife and Drum’s
participation in the City of Frederick’s annual
Kris Kringle Parade
Represented our Chapter and MDSSAR at the
Maryland State Society Daughters of the
American Revolution’s annual Christmas Par-
ty and Auction in Baltimore Maryland
Attended Compatriot Doug Favorite’s
“Christmas Extravaganza” fundraiser for our
Chapter (100 decorated trees) where fantastic
food and fellowship was had by all
Represented our Chapter by laying a wreath
at the Frederick DAR’s Pearl Harbor Com-
memoration at Mount Olivet Cemetery which
was attended by Veterans, families and Chap-
ter members Larry Bishop, Ron Harbaugh and
Sheldon Shealer
Met with hotel staff in Annapolis on two occa-
sions to lay the ground work for next April’s
MDSSAR Annual meeting. The venue, if ap-
proved by our State’s Executive Committee,
will be the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel
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Participated in a BOM conference call regard-
ing the Maryland 400
Attended the General Smallwood Chapter’s
December 1st 2016 quarterly dinner meeting;
provided a brief overview of our proposed
April 2017 Annual MDSSAR meeting and lo-
cation
Attended the MDSSAR Patriots Ball at Turf
Valley Resort; a well planned and executed
event
Continuing work on new SAR license plate
with MVA
Oversaw (with Deputy FTFD Director Larry
Bishop) our weekly Frederick Town Fife and
Drum practices
In closing, I would like to express my heartfelt
thanks and respect for our Chapter’s Executive
Committee members who have repeatedly demon-
strated their dedication to our Chapter and the
MDSSAR. Their efforts to effectively support and
carry out our mission have been exceptional. All
parties: Past President George Lewis; 1st Vice
President and Secretary Pat Barron; 2nd Vice
President, Flag Committee Chair and Color Guard
Commander Eugene Moyer; Assistant Secretary
Neal Fay; Oration Contest Chair Dr. John George;
Membership Chair Ron Harbaugh; Chaplain, Dep-
uty FTFD Director and Historian Larry Bishop
and Public Relations Chair Richard Foot have con-
tinuously gone above and beyond the call of duty
to meet and exceed expectations.
Donald A. Deering
President
Foundation Chair
Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter
1st Vice President Maryland Society of the Sons
of the American Revolution
National Society of the Sons of the American
Revolution
19 East Church Street, Suite 1776
Frederick MD. 21701
(P) 301-606-8827
SERGEANT LAWRENCE EVERHART
CHAPTER SAR HOSTS FIRST
COMMUNITY SOCIAL MEETING
The Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter, Sons of
the American Revolution recently held its first
community social meeting at Dutch’s Daughter
with Maryland’s Lieutenant Governor Boyd K.
Rutherford as guest speaker.
Approximately 100 attendees from various local
businesses, city and county government, private
non-profits and other organizations came to meet
Lt. Governor Rutherford and learn of Maryland’s
proposals for growth and economic development.
As an added highlight, the Lieutenant Governor
was introduced by Maryland State Secretary of
Veteran’s Affairs, George W. Ownings III, who
along with his son and two grandsons were recent-
ly inducted as Maryland SAR members. The SAR
was also pleased to welcome Frederick’s first
County Executive Jan Gardner, who offered an
informative presentation prior to the Lt. Governor.
Submitted by Public Affairs Chair Richard Foot
From left to right: Donald Deering, President Sergeant Law-
rence Everhart Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolu-
tion, Elizabeth Cromwell, President Frederick County Cham-
ber of Commerce, Kara Norman, Executive Director Down-
town Frederick Partnership, Maryland Lieutenant Governor
Boyd K. Rutherford, Jodie Bollinger, representing Helen
Propheter Director Frederick County Office of Economic De-
velopment, Richard Griffin, Director City of Frederick Depart-
ment of Economic Development, Pat Barron 1st Vice Presi-
dent, Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the Sons of the
American Revolution
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CARROLLTON MANOR CHAPTER DAR
HONORS VETERANS
The Carrollton Manor Chapter, Daughters of the
American Revolution, held a Veterans Day tribute
for 28 veterans at Edenton Retirement Community.
The program included the presentation of colors by
the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart SAR Color Guard;
an inspirational patriotic rendition by the Edenton
Aires choral society and comments by special
guest speaker Maryland State Delegate Kathy
Afzali.
The highlight of the program was when each veter-
an was recognized with a personalized certificate
of appreciation for their service and a veteran’s pin
from the office of Maryland Secretary of Veterans
Affairs, George W. Owings III. Residents recog-
nized served in the U.S. Army; U.S. Army Air
Forces; U.S. Army Air Forces Army Nurse Corps;
U.S. Navy; U.S. Marines; U.S. Air Force; U.S. Ar-
my Reserve; U.S. Navy Reserve and U.S. Army,
Special Forces and were in World War II; the Ko-
rean War; Vietnam era and Vietnam. All 70 at-
tendees that day received a United States flag.
Carrollton Manor DAR Military committee mem-
bers Julie Holmes, Jane Warford and Sharon Sua-
rez planned the event with Linda Grossnickel of
Edenton.
From left to right: Tara Lampman Boulden; Ron Harbaugh,
SAR color guard; Sharon Suarez; James Tucker, SAR color
guard; Maryland State Delegate Kathy Afzail; Larry Bishop,
SAR color guard; Liz Deering, regent Carrollton Manor
DAR; Don Deering, president Sergeant Lawrence Everhart
SAR; Julie Holmes; Jane Warford; Esther Kelly; and Audrey
Brkovich
SAR HONORS TWO
WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT
COMMENDATION MEDAL
The Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the
Maryland Society of Sons of the American Revo-
lution (SAR) recently honored Corporal Jerimy
Tindal, Maryland State Police, and Officer Kyle
Jones, Frederick Police Department, with the
SAR’s Law Enforcement Commendation Medal.
The medals were presented at the SAR Chapter’s
Semi-Annual Meeting at Dutch’s Daughter Res-
taurant.
SAR Chapter President Donald Deering states:
“The SAR Law Enforcement Commendation
Medal is presented to those who have served with
distinction and devotion in the field of law en-
forcement.” |
Submitted by Public Affairs Chair Richard Foot
From left to right: Pat Barron, SAR Chapter 1st Vice Presi-
dent; Donald Deering, SAR Chapter President; Lieutenant
Wayne Wachsmuth, Maryland State Police; Corporal Jer-
imy Tindal, Maryland State Police; Officer Kyle Jones,
Frederick Police Department; James Engler, Past President
of the Maryland Society, Sons of the American Revolution.
JEFFERSON FAMILY HONORED
WITH SAR NATIONAL FLAG AWARD
The Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the
Maryland Society of Sons of the American Revolu-
tion (SAR) recently honored the Donahue family of
Jefferson with the Flag Certificate of the National
Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, in
recognition of exemplary patriotism in the display
of the United States Flag. (Continued on Page 4)
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Dewayne and Gina Donahue and son Hunter were
selected for this honor for the family’s highly visa-
ble display of the Flag, consistent with the United
States Flag Code.
Eugene Moyer, Chair of the Flag Committee for
both the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chaptrer and
Maryland Chapter of the Sons of the American
Revolution, commended Hunter Donahue, a Bruns-
wick High School Junior, who constructed the flag
display, for “demonstrating respect for this living
symbol of our Republic, one of the Nation’s most
widely recognized images, a powerful representa-
tion of Americanism”.
The United States Flag Code, codifying the cus-
toms and rules governing the display and use of the
flag of the United States by civilians, was approved
in 1942 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The
105th Congress recodified the Flag Code as part of
Title 4 of the United States Code.
Submitted by Public Affairs Chair Richard Foot
From left to right: Compatriot SAR Chapter Past President
George Lewis, Dewayne Donahue, Gina Donahue, Hunter
Donahue, SAR Chapter Flag Committee Chair Eugene Mo-
yer, and SAR Chapter Registrar Ron Harbaugh
SAR WELCOMES THREE NEW MEMBERS
Three lineal descendants of men who fought in the
battles of the American Revolution in support of
the cause of American Independence were induct-
ed recently into the membership of the Sergeant
Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the Sons of the
American Revolution. SAR Chapter President
Donald Deering affirms: “Each Compatriot honors
the sacrifice of his forebears with membership in
this historical, educational and patriotic organiza-
tion.”
Submitted by Public Affairs Chair Richard Foot
From left to right: Pat Barron, SAR Chapter 1st Vice President;
New SAR Member Henry Foster Nicholes (Patriot ancestor –
Andrew Phillips, Jr.); Eugene Moyer, SAR Chapter 2nd Vice
President; New SAR Member Stanley Jay Robison (Patriot
ancestor – Oliver Wheeler); New SAR Member James Adams
Tucker (Patriot ancestor – Jonathan Adams); James Engler,
Past President of the Maryland Society, Sons of the American
Revolution; Donald Deering, SAR Chapter President
SAR HONORS TWO WITH ROGER
SHERMAN MEDAL
The Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the
Maryland Society of Sons of the American Revolu-
tion (SAR) recently honored SAR members Larry
Bishop and Ron Harbaugh with the Bronze Roger
Sherman Medal in recognition of sustained faithful
service to the SAR Chapter. The medals were pre-
sented at the SAR Chapter’s Semi-Annual Meeting
held at Dutch’s Daughter Restaurant.
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JEFFERSON FAMILY HONORED
WITH SAR NATIONAL FLAG AWARD
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In presenting the medal Chapter President, SAR
Chapter President Donald Deering recognized the
two SAR Compatriots for “going above and be-
yond in their support of the Society’s activities”.
Larry Bishop was honored for the succession of
leadership roles he has played in the SAR Chapter,
including committee chairmanships and the Chap-
ter Presidency. Bishop recently assumed a leader-
ship role in the Frederick Town Fife and Drum
Corps.
SAR Compatriot Ron Harbaugh, a member of the
Board of Managers of the Maryland Society of the
Sons of the American Revolution, was recognized
for his outstanding work as Chapter Registrar, as a
member of the Chapter’s Color Guard Committee,
and as the Chapter’s photographer.
The SAR Medal is named for early American law-
yer, statesman, and Founding Father of the United
States Roger Sherman. Sherman was the first
mayor of New Haven, Connecticut, and served on
the Committee of Five that drafted the Declaration
of Independence, and was also a representative and
senator in the new republic. He was the only per-
son to sign all four great state papers of the United
States – the Continental Association, the declara-
tion of Independence, the Articles of Confedera-
tion, and the Constitution.
Submitted by Public Affairs Chair Richard Foot
SAR HONORS TWO WITH ROGER
SHERMAN MEDAL
From left to right: SAR Medal recipient Ron Harbaugh, SAR
Chapter President Donald Deering, and SAR Medal recipient
Larry Bishop
SILENT AUCTION REPORT
Thanks to the generous contributions of compatri-
ots Rick Stup, Bruce Champion, Fred Michel,
George Lewis, Ron Harbaugh, Pat Barron, Gene
Moyer, and Steve Gallagher, the Sgt. Lawrence
Everhart Chapter Silent Auction realized $322 at
the 2016 Annual Meeting of 20 October in support
of its Chapter mission. This effort was ably assist-
ed by Past President Rick Stup, Past President and
current Treasurer Doug Favorite, and by 1st Vice
President and Secretary Pat Barron.
Thanks also to the compatriots and guests, particu-
larly Kateri Delaplaine, who generously supported
this auction with their winning bids. In addition,
there was a $100 donation from one compatriot for
a total of $422.
It is intended that this annual event augment our
operating budget and help keep dues to a minimum
to help maintain membership.
Submitted by Neil Fay, Assistant Secretary
MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY REPORT
Proposed topic for 2017 Middle School Essay: Se-
lect two of the following to discuss their im-
portance in the American Revolution: Friedrich
von Steuben Thaddeus Kosciuszko, and Comte de
Rochambeau.
Submitted by Oration Contest Chair John George
Information Web Links
NSSAR Web Site: www.s ar.o rg
MDSSAR Web Site: www.mar yla nd sar.o rg
Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Web Page:
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2016 MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY
CONTEST WINNERS
The year's theme was, "Explain the Role of France
(of Louis XVI) in the American Revolution."
John George was essay coordinator.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS REPORT
Published Articles
January 10, 2016 – Frederick News Post –
“Delaplaine Honored For Support of Frederick
Town Fife & Drum”
March 15, 2016 – Frederick News Post - “ SAR
Honors Criswell Chevrolet of Thurmont With
National Flag Award”
March 17, 2016 – Frederick News Post –
“Frederick Town Fife and Drum Recruiting
Members”
April 6, 2016 – Frederick News Post – “SAR
Honors Eagle Scouts”
May, 2016 – Frederick Magazine - “Spirit of
’76 – Frederick Town Fife and Drum Brings
History Alive Through Music”
May 30, 2016 – Frederick News Post – “
Woodsboro Celebrates Memorial Day Parade”
June 9, 2016 – Frederick News Post – “SAR In-
ducts Two New Members”
June 16, 2016 – Brunswick Citizen – “SAR Out-
standing Citizen Award to Eno Baffoe
of Brunswick High School”
June 22, 2016 – Frederick News Post – “SAR
Acknowledges Two Supporters”
June 22, 2016 – Frederick News Post -
“Delaplaine Honored For Distinguished Service”
June 29, 2016 – Frederick News Post - “SAR
Honors Two For Military Service”
July 28, 2016 – Frederick News Post- “SAR
Honors Hood College ROTC Cadet”
August 11, 2016 – Frederick News Post –
“JROTC Cadet Receives Top SAR Honors”
August 16, 2016 – Frederick News Post –
“Group Hosts Lieutenant Governor In Freder-
ick”
August 19, 2016 – Frederick News Post –
“Winners of SAR Middle School Essay Contest
Are Announced”
September 1, 2016 – Brunswick Citizen – “SAR
Honors Nininger’s Tire With National
Flag Award”
September 2, 2016 – GBACC Newsletter –
“SAR Honors Nininger’s Tire & Auto Center
With National Flag Award”
October 6, 2016 - Frederick News Post –
“Business Receives National Flag Award”
October 20, 2016 – Frederick News Post – “SAR
Honors Two With Roger Sherman Medal”
News Releases in Frederick News Post Publica-
tion Queue
“SAR Honors Two With Law Enforcement Com-
mendation Medal” – submitted Nov. 1, 2016
“SAR Welcomes Three New Members” – submit-
ted Nov. 2, 2016
“SAR Honors George Delaplaine For Support of
History Education” – submitted Nov. 4, 2016
Social Media Postings Website: Sons of American Revolution.com
Facebook: The Sons Of The American Revolution
– Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter
Facebook: Frederick Town Fife & Drum 1745-
1817
The Haversack – Edited by Patrick Boyton
January issue published January 19, 2016
July issue published July 18, 2016
September issue published September 20, 2016
Submitted by Public Affairs Chair Richard Foot
Ms. Ellen Georgi (teacher) and Nikhil Kurian, 6th grade stu-
dent, 8th place winner from Urbana Middle School
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Molly Anderson, 6th grade student and 2nd place winner
from New Market Middle School
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Frederick Classical Charter School winners: Millie
Ransohoff (lst); Anna Mortenson (4th);
Ethan Carlisle (3rd); Ethan Billips (fifth); Logan Walker
(6th); and Jack Schneider (7th)
STEP UP AND HELP YOUR ORGANIZATION
The Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter is seeking chairmen for two important commit-
tees.
The Outstanding Citizenship Committee works with all the public and private high
schools (14 in total) in Frederick County to recognize an outstanding senior from each
graduating class. Committee activity occurs between March and June. Duties include
sending a form letter to the schools, collecting the responses and presenting the Outstand-
ing Citizenship Awards at the schools year-end awards ceremonies. Many members of the
chapter assist in presenting the awards so the committee chairman does not do them all.
The chapter secretary can assist with preparing the presentation certificates.
The Public Safety Committee works with all Frederick County law enforcement depart-
ments, as well as fire departments and EMS, to identify deserving individuals for three
SAR Awards: The Law Enforcement Commendation Medal, the Fire Safety Commenda-
tion Medal and the Emergency Medical Services Medal. Committee activity includes re-
questing nominations from each department, reviewing the nominations to select the
award winners and passing that information to the Awards Committee chairman. Com-
mittee activity occurs between June and September. The Awards Committee chairman
will procure the proper medals and certificates. Awards are presented at the chapter’s
semi-annual meeting in October.
If you are interested in assuming the chairmanship of either committee please contact
chapter secretary Pat Barron at [email protected].
