The Gateway Patriot

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S t . L o u i s ~ J e f f e r s o n C h a p t e r, N S DA R
AUGUST 2011

GREETINGS FROM THE CHAPTER REGENT

Greetings to the Daughters of St. LouisJefferson Chapter! I am honored to be your new Chapter Regent. Our Annual Meeting this past May was very special. In addition to hosting Missouri State Regent, Donna Nash, myself and twelve other ladies, were sworn in as your new Executive Officers for the next two years. I am proud to be able to serve with these wonderful women. As we look forward to our opening meeting in the fall, I am hoping to see many of you at the Museum of Transportation located on Barrett Station Road in Kirkwood on Monday, September 19th at 11:00AM. A wonderful lunch has been planned after which we will be taken on a private tour. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about our community and enjoy one anothers company. DAR is a service organization and is a great way to serve your community and promote patriotism. So, get involved with our chapter! We have many committees that are looking for new members and fresh ideas. Most of the significant work of the DAR is done through our committees. Whats your passion? Do you like history? Are old buildings your thing? Are you great at designing websites? Enthusiasm is the only requirement! So put your zeal and energy to work and have fun in the process! I would love to see everyone on a committee of some kind; the more we are involved, the more we learn (and the lighter the work). Please contact me at mbstrelinger@gmail.com or 314-918-8202 if you would like to volunteer for one of our many committees! I am looking forward to the next two years and getting to know the daughters who have made St. Louis-Jefferson the outstanding chapter it is. In DAR Friendship, Peggy Strelinger Chapter Regent St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter

PLEASE WELCOME OUR 2011-2013 CHAPTER OFFICERS

Chapter Regent Chapter First Vice Regent Chapter Second Vice Regent Chapter Chaplain Chapter Recording Secretary Chapter Corresponding Secretary Chapter Treasurer Chapter Registrar Chapter Historian Chapter Librarian Director of Programs Director of Hospitality Director of Public Relations Peggy Strelinger Ann Babington Nancy Mange Linda Bickel Deborah Onken Stephanie Bay Janet Collins Linda Solla Gail Grich Eileen Hacker Nancy Hardgrove Lois Stitch Betsy Strelinger 314-918-8202 314-997-4876 314-567-4869 636-225-7528 314-727-3322 314-966-6999 314-781-7649 314-878-3283 314-644-0301 314-966-0673 646-532-5952 314-878-4460 314-584-9859 mbstrelinger@gmail.com zeldabab@sbcglobal.net nancymange@charter.net llbickel@aol.com dsonken@aol.com stbay@earthlink.com janetcollins5849@sbcglobal.net lsolla@sbcglobal.net ga_grich@sbcglobal.net taggledog@aol.com mnhardgrove@charter.net lomorlois@sbcglobal.net moviegirl74@gmail.com
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CONTACT~BETSY STRELINGER~314.584.9859

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MISSOURI STATE REGENT VISITS CHAPTER MEETING IN MAY

On May 21, Missouri State Regent, Donna Nash, visited the St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter. We were honored to have Mrs. Nash in attendance for our 2011-2013 chapter officer inauguration and presentation of chapter honors and awards.

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP
! The St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter will be sponsored a genealogy workshop on May 7, 2011. The workshop was held at the Church of St. Michael and St. George from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Presenters included Chapter Historian, Gail Grich and Chapter Regent, Peggy Strelinger. This is a popular project of the St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter so be on the lookout for your opportunity to sign up for a future workshop. If you have any questions about future workshops, feel free to contact Chapter Regent, Peggy Strelinger at 314-918-8202 or mbstrelinger@gmail.com.

THE DAR MUSEUM TRUNK SHOW VISITS MISSOURI DAUGHTERS

St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Regent and DAR Museum Docent, Peggy Strelinger, assisted other Trunk Show volunteers at the Missouri State Society Daughters of the American Revolution Conference in Columbia, MO.
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CONGRATULATIONS, LOIS STITCH!

Congratulations to Lois Stitch who was selected as the Missouri State Society Daughters of the American Revolution Patriot of the Month for May 2011. Lois graduated from nursing school in 1951 and enlisted in the United Starts Air Force shortly after. After Officer Indoctrination School, she was sent to Bangor Maine and eventually ended up in Anchorage, AK, where she met and married her husband, Morton. By October 1953, Lois and Morton had both been discharged and they were in Long Island, NY, having their first child. They had four children while in New York and in 1961, Morton accepted a position with McDonnell Aircraft and they moved to St. Louis. Lois is one of the many women that have paved the way for women in the military today. She is a patriot we can take pride in.

WOMAN OF AMERICAN HISTORY 2011

Nominations are being accepted for remarkable women, past and present, in American History. Eligibility for someone to receive this honor: A woman who has made a contribution or a difference in the community. She can be a historical entity or currently alive and worthy of recognition. Women who have been or are intellectual, educational, social, religious, political , scientific or cultural innovators. Please give your nominations to Chapter Historian, Gail Grich

PATRIOTS PATH MEMORIAL MARKER DEDICATION

It was a rainy day, but that didnt stop our adventurous and determined chapter members from braving the wet weather to dedicate the most recent addition to our Patriots Path in Millennium Park. This years marker is dedicated to those who served in the Mexican War. The Mexican-American War occurred as the result of Mexican resentment over the US annexation of Texas and ended with Mexico being forced to cede its northern and western provinces.

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THANK YOU, LOIS!

REMEMBERING SEPTEMBER 11th
What are your memories of the morning of September 11, 2001? This chapter year we will be commemorating the tragic events that happened on that day ten years ago. At the beginning of each chapter meeting, we will set aside time for remembrance and ask that anyone who has memories, experiences or thoughts about that day, to share and participate in this moment. There will be one remembrance each month and should be two minutes or less in length. Please contact Peggy Strelinger 918-8202 or Millie Simon 439-9141 to participate in the 10th Anniversary of 9/11.

On behalf of the St. LouisJefferson Chapter, I wish to acknowledge the generous gift of the 9/11 Banner given to the chapter by Lois Stich. The 9/11 Banner will be used in the opening ceremony of the monthly chapter meetings and at commemorative events during the year. Thank you, Lois. The chapter is grateful for you and your continued commitment to DAR. Peggy Strelinger Chapter Regent

If you havent subscribed to American Spirit, the award winning magazine of the Daughters of the American Revolution, you can can contact Peggy Strelinger at 314-918-8202 or you can include a new or renewal subscription payment with your dues. Don't miss an issue, subscribe today!
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VISIT OUR CHAPTER BLOG FOR UPDATED INFORMATION AND EVENTS!! www.gatewaypatriot1895.blogspot.com

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ITS ANNUAL DUES TIME!

Your annual membership dues of $60.00 are now payable. This amount includes $30 for the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, $10 for the Missouri State Society of the DAR, and $20 for the St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter. Dues Notice Your dues will become delinquent on September 30, 2011. I would greatly appreciate it if you would mail me your check well in advance of that date, or deliver it personally at the chapter meeting on September 19 at the Museum of Transportation, 3015 Barrett Station Road, Kirkwood, Missouri. If you wish to include other donations or charges as listed below, please feel free to do so. Indicate on the form below which items you are including in your payment, and return the form with your check.

Make your check payable to the St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter NSDAR.

2011-2012 Dues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60.00 American Spirit magazine subscription . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18.00 Gateway Patriot, the chapters newsletter, can be emailed to you at no charge. If you want it sent by regular mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12.00 Yearbook mailing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5.00 Miscellaneous Donations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ ________ Chapter events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ ________ State funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ ________ National funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ ________ Total of check . . . . . . . . . $________

Thank you for your payment! YOUR NAME ________________________________________________________ ADDRESS ___________________________________________________________ PHONE ____________________________ EMAIL __________________________
Please mail your payment to:

Janet Chase Collins, Chapter Treasurer

5849 Prince George Court St. Louis, Missouri 63139

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Upcoming Events
September 19, 2011 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Meeting The Gatesworth Program: Transportation Museum Trip and Lunch September 22, 2011 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. MSSDAR Mideast Meeting The Columns Banquet Center St. Charles, MO October 17, 2011 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Meeting The Gatesworth Program Speaker: Jerry Koenig Program Topic: A Holocaust Survivors Story October 22, 2011 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cameo Society Tea Rosalyn Heights Boonville, MO October 29, 2011 1:30 p.m. Juniors 75th Anniversary Celebration Rosalyn Heights Boonville, MO November 13, 2011 Veterans Day Memorial Service Jefferson Barracks Cemetary St. Louis, MO November 14, 2011 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Meeting The Gatesworth Program Speaker: Shannon Davis Program Topic: Make A Splash in Missouri Rivers December 2, 2011 5:30 p.m. Tree Lighting Ceremony Rosalyn Heights Boonville, MO December 3-10, 2011 Daily, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Christmas Open House Rosalyn Heights Boonville, MO (Candlelight Tour - December 7, 6:00 p.m.) December 19, 2011 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Meeting The Gatesworth Program Speaker: Charlie Brennan Program Topic: Whats Happening and Why January 16, 2012 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Meeting The Gatesworth Program Speaker: John Clements Program Topic: Wings of Hope Februrary 20, 2012 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Meeting The Gatesworth Program Speaker: TBD Program Topic: Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site March 19, 2012 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Meeting The Gatesworth Program Speaker: Nancy Birge-Osborne Program Topic: Living on an Historic Island April 19, 2012 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter Meeting The Gatesworth Program Speaker: TBD Program Topic: U.S.O. (Lamberts is the largest in the country) May 3-6, 2012 MSSDAR State Conference Holiday Inn Select Executive Center Columbia, MO May 21, 2012 11:00 a.m. St. Louis-Jefferson Annual Chapter Meeting - MEMBERS ONLY The Gatesworth Meeting Guest: Esley Hamilton Meeting Topic: Historic Churches in St. Louis County May 20, 2012 Fort San Carlos Commemoration St. Louis, MO May 28, 2012 10:00 a.m. Memorial Day Ceremony Cold Water Cemetery Florissant, MO June 9, 2012 11:00 a.m. Flag Day Picnic Roslyn Heights Boonville, MO June 25 - July 1, 2012 121st Continental Congress Washington, D.C.

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Welcome New Member,

CHECK OUT THESE WEBSITES! NSDAR: www.members.dar.org MSSDAR: www.mssdar.org/daughtersonly St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter: www.mssdar.org/stljef Hamilton Jewelers: www.hamiltoninsignia.com

Judy OBrien,
daughter of Sue OBrien!
Chapter Vice-Regent, Ann Babington, Chapter Regent, Peggy Strelinger and State Vice-Regent, Patsy West were among several St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter members that attended the Fort San Carlos Commemoration at the Missouri History Museum on Sunday, May 29.

SAVE YOUR BOX TOPS, PRODUCT LABELS AND INK CARTRIDGES We continue to recycle used cell phones, empty laser, fax, copier, and inkjet cartridges, as well as, laptops, Palm Pilots, iPods, video games, DVDs and digital cameras. The recyclable items that are collected are returned to Cartridges for Kids (CFK). The St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter, NSDAR is among more than 12,500 non-profit organizations nationwide that are helping the environment by recycling. All money received from the donation of these products will go to the DAR schools.
Please bring box tops, product labels and ink cartridges to a chapter meeting or mail to Fredda-Lois Loafmann, 17525 Manchester Road, Glencoe, MO 63038-1908.

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MSSDAR Mideast Meeting Reservation Form Thursday, September 22, 2011 The Columns Banquet Center 711 Veterans Memorial Parkway, St. Charles, MO 63303 9:00 a.m. to 2: 30 p.m. Directions to The Columns Banquet Center in St. Charles: I-70 West to 5th Street exit South. At first stoplight, turn right onto the South Outer Road. Go west a short distance and make a left into the Columns parking lot. (636 947-6835) Its time to catch the glow with Missouri DAR and to join old and new friends at our district meeting. This is your chance to share information, meet the new state board, ask questions, and learn what other chapters are doing in your district! Plan to spend an enjoyable day of sharing, learning, and visiting with DAR. The silent auction theme is The Sweet Sound of Music. Prizes will be given for:
-- Chapter with most members attending -- Chapter with most juniors attending -- Chapter with most new members attending -- Chapter with most officers attending -- Chapter with most FIRST TIME attendees -- Chapter with most prospectives attending

The deadline for reservations is: Wednesday, September 7

-----------------------------------------------Cut and mail with your check-----------------------------------------------YES! I will attend our district meeting! Make your $17.75 check payable to OFallon Chapter, NSDAR. Return this form and your check to: Susan Russ, 2 Fawn Valley Circle, St. Peters, MO 63376 636 978-1869 cruss1869@charter.net

Questions? Contact Susan Russ, 636 978-1869, cruss1869@charter.net

Name: _________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:_____________________________Email:_______________________________________________ Chapter:________________________________ Current chapter office held:________________________

Check all that apply: I am a: ___NSDAR Executive Officer ___Honorary Vice President General ___Past Executive Officer ___State Officer ___National Chairman ___NEW DAR Member ___Vice President General ___Honorary State Regent ___Past Vice President General ___State Chairman ___National Vice Chairman/Division Chairman ___First Time District Meeting Attendee ___Prospective

____My check for $17.75 to OFallon Chapter NSDAR is enclosed.

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St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter, NSDAR

Opening Meeting
Monday, September 19, 2011 11:00 a.m.
Meeting, Box Lunch and Walking Tour

The Museum of Transportation

3015 Barrett Station Road Kirkwood, MO 63122

Cost: $20.00 per person

Checks must be received by September 12 to secure a reservation

Guests are welcome Yes, Ill see you there, my check is enclosed...

Name:

_________________________________________________________

Telephone number: ________________________________________

Number of guests: ____________________

Checks made payable to St. Louis-Jefferson Chapter, NSDAR. Please send this form and your check to: Nancy Mange 20 Roclare Lane St. Louis, MO 63131-1129 If you have any questions, feel free to call Nancy Mange, 314-567-4869 or Nancy Hardgrove, 636-532-5952.

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PLEASE KEEP OUR YEARBOOK UP-TO-DATE

If your phone number, e-mail or street address has changed this year please notify our Chapter Registrar, Linda Solla at 314-878-3283 or lsolla@sbcglobal.net.

DONATIONS FOR VETERANS NEEDED Personal Care Items: Clothing: New only - Shaving Cream - Combs, Picks and Brushes - Mens Briefs and Boxers all sizes - Toothpaste - Shampoo - Mens T-shirts - XL and 2XL - Denture Cleanser - Chapstick - Mens Athletic Socks New or gently used and - Toothbrushes clean - Deodorant - Feminine Hygiene - Mens Athletic or Casual Products Shoes - Lotion - Mens Belts - all sizes - Non-Skid Skuffs and - Mens Jeans or Khaki Slippers Pants - Flip flops/Shower Shoes - Mens Sweatshirts and Puzzles and Games Sweatpants - large, XL and New Only 2XL

Paperback Books: - Mysteries - Westerns - Adventures - Biographies - Historical novels Pre-Paid Phone Cards For veterans to call loved ones Luggage: Clean and in good condition - Suitcases - Backpacks - Duffle Bags 4-Ply Acrylic Yarn For lap-robes

Please give all donated items to Doris Johnston, DAR Service for Veterans Chairman. If you have any questions, you may contact Doris at 314-843-4371 or dorisjohnston@aol.com Thank you for your support and assistance. THE GATEWAY PATRIOT STAFF
Editor Betsy Strelinger Contributors Ann Babington, Peggy Strelinger
If you are interested in submitting an article to The Gateway Patriot, if there is something that you would like to share with your fellow DAR members or if you have an ancestor that you would like to share with the rest of the chapter, please send submissions to: Betsy Strelinger, 4535 Chouteau Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110 or moviegirl74@hotmail.com. Every effort will be made to keep the submissions as sent, but all submissions are subject to being edited for length.
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