April 24, 2016 Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order.

Question 1 – In the middle ages, what president the was jailed for adultery? – Harrison

Question 3 – Teddy Roosevelt was the 1st president to ride in a plane, auto, and what else? – submarine.

Sign up for white cane day. Contact Ray.

We had the ,last reading of 2016/2017 officers. Voted on and passed.

Program – Kim informed us that there is a need to take over Kawanis camp on Lake Quinault. It needs a lot of work there needs to be someone on the grounds all the time. there is possible foundation money. But there were a lot of questions. Discussion at a board meeting is needed. It was good information.

Pot – Dee Johmson

Apri; 19, 2016  Al Bruun reportimg

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order.

Question 1 – King George spoke german,  Arch Bishop spoke English, how did they communicate? – latin

Question 2 – King Henry in 1439 banned what in England? – kissing

Question 3 – What city in the world has been cinstintly occupied the longest? – Demascas

!st reading of the new officers was done. 2nd reading next week,

Program – Grays Harbor Youth Works. Students who complete 90 hours of service at their intern site will be eligible to earn 1/2 credit through their high school CTE program. Doreen Cato is the CEO and Conner Kelley  the program director. Engaging and transitioning the youth through internship. Cally Davis and Kelci Parker told ws of what it meant to go through the program.  Another great program by Brock!

Pot = Jack Strom

April 12,2016 Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Mel called the meeting to order.

Question 1 – If you are 6′ or over you are too tall for this job. – astronaut

Question 2 – What word does not appear in any native American language?  – swuaw

Question 3 – What event in the Olympics that occurred in 1900 – 1920 but never since? – Tug of war.

June 23 instelation party. 5:30 at Elks.

Students of the month – March-  Magan Gibson, Jacob Guinn. April – Brisel Acuna, Thalia Salisbury.

Pot – Jack Derney

April 5, 2016

Meeting was called to order and Lion Pete Vander Linden led the opening.

19 Members in attendance, 1 guest and 1 speaker

King Lion Mel’s Questions:

1. What event led to World War I, where did the event happened and who did it.  answer:  The assignation of Duke Franz Ferdinand of Austria in Sarajevo by Serbian/Bosnian radicles.
2.  What president was married to Claudia Alta Taylor.  Lyndon B. Johnson
3.   What president lived through 3 presidential assignations and 5 attempted assignations including one on himself.  Answer, Herbert Hoover.

A Thank You note was received from Wanda Gates for our contribution of her hearing aids

Birthday announcements:  Ed Wayman and Roger Smith.  Roger paid and submitted an IOU for Lion Wayman.

Program:

Randy Ross, currently with Bank of the Pacific and with a number of other banking institutions in his background, met today to speak of his upcoming candidacy for county commissioner.  He outlined  responsibilities of the office and gave generalities of who he could address problems currently faced by the commissioners.

The pot:  Again, to Paula Dean.  Her husband Paul A. Dean insisted that the name was really his and that he should receive the winnings  (Now over 8 weeks old)  His argument fell on deaf ears.

Meeting closed

Meeting was called to order and opening led by Lion Pete Vander Linden

23 members in attendance today.

No guests

Mel’s questions

In 1949, President Harry S. Truman raised the minimum wage from ___ to ___? 40 to 75 cents per hour.

On October 26, 1825, what open in New York state?  The Erie Canal

In 1760, George III replaced George II as king. What relationship were they?  Grandfather and grandson.

Rain Derby:

Work is under way to contact subscribers to the Drizzle. It is assumed that members advertising will automatically renew.  All others will be contacted.  If you know of a possible new subscriber, please seek them out.  If you want to assist in contacting current advertisers, please contact Roger.

The ticket sorting party will be held on November 20^th, 2015 at 5:30 PM at Our Lady of Good Help Catholic Church Lounge.  As usual, the club will supply the fried chicken and paper plates, utensils and napkins.  All remaining items will be of a potluck nature with members bring their own beverage of choice.  Please remember that this is a Catholic Church and spirits are allowed.

Program

Trooper Rabe and trooper in training, Mariakis, from the Washington State Patrol gave todays program. The two primary topics concerned the “Move Over Emphasis” now being implemented.  It is currently the rule that is you are on a roadway with two lanes of travel in your direction, you are required to move to the opposite lane away from an emergency vehicle with its lights on if that lane is open.  If not, you need to at least slow down.  There have been far too many accidents where emergency vehicles have been hit and serious injuries have resulted.  While many studies have been conducted as to why this is happening, there are no definitive answers, other than distraction or speed, separation by space seems to be helping.

Also addressed are the regulations pertaining to marijuana. To make matters less confusing, one should apply the regulations of alcohol as a guide.  This is true of use in public, while driving and transport.  Unlike alcohol, the way to measure amounts of marijuana within the blood stream are much more involved than a breathalyzer test.  The standard practice for determining an arrest for use is by levels of impairment demonstrated by the subject.

Also addressed was the use of body cams on officers. It is considered that this practice is not likely for the State Patrol as the cost of outfitting all of the officers would be high, but the cost for storage for all of the date would be astronomical.  In addition, costs for producing this date for public requests, both in time and funds would not outweigh possible benefits.

The Pot

Doc Paul Prichard

October 20, 2015

Meeting called to order by King Lion Mel Thompson

Opening by Lion Pete Vander Linden

1 guest: Ed Messervey

20 members present

Mel’s Questions

1. On October 18, 1781, who surrendered and where? British General Charles  Cornwallis at Yorktown.
2. In 1914, the U.S. Port Office did what? They started using their own vehicles for delivery
3. In 1803, the U.S. Senate approved what? Louisiana Purchase

Rain Derby

The final 11 days are upon us. There are over 5800 tickets out.  If they are all sold, we will experience a banner year.  SELL THOSE TICKETS.

Program

Jeani Shofner, lay pastor for Hoquiam Presbyterian Church spoke of the church hosting the River Campers.  Catholic Community Services began the camping program at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church during the months of June, July and August.  Churches by law, are allowed to host such encampments for a period of 90 days and must wait 12 months before hosting the camp again. Campers must make application to live in the camp, allow a background check and be voted in by the membership of the camp.  There are specific rules that must be followed or the camper is not allowed to remain.

Catholic Community Services provides the fencing around the encampment, the tents and living essentials. The church provides water and a safe environment.

The past two months has provided quite a journey for the church and her. She noted that they were approached to host the camp just 2 weeks prior to having to move from Amazing Grace Lutheran Church in Aberdeen.  This provided a great deal of animosity within the community that this was intentional in order to slip it past the citizens.  The initial meetings concerning the camp were very hostile.  During the next few weeks, many of the communities concerns were found to be without base.  This was due to several factors.  The Hoquiam location was much further from the original riverside locations and therefore, drew less of a transient population in for reasons other than living in the location.  The tarps on the fencing provides a measure of security for both the campers and limited visibility to the community.

The church has received a great deal of support from Organizations such as Cosmos Fiber in the donation of pallets, local citizens for food donations and local organizations for services.

Mrs. Shofner in no way candy coated the subject, but emphatically stated that benefits of hosting the camp far and away out weighed the problems.

The Pot: Pete Hegg – The Lucky Guy.  Maybe he will buy additional Rain Derby Tickets.

October 14, 2015

Meeting called to order and opening was given by Lion Pete Vander Linden

Attendance:  18 members, 4 guests and 3 speakers

King Lion Mel’s Questions:

1. The 12^th of October was Columbus Day. What Island did Columbus first land? San Salvador – Now called Watling’s Island.
2. How many trips to the new world did Columbus make?  4
3. What did Columbus write about observing something that he was the first from the Old World to Witness? A hurricane.

Students of the Month – Presented by Brock Maxfield, Principal of Hoquiam High.

Kennedy Gwin.  She is active in Cheer, leadership, FCCLA, Golf and drama Club.  She serves as one of the two student representatives on the School Board.  She is also active in the community in Grange, 4-H, Loggers Playday Court, and is chair of Foodball.  She plans to attend a four year university and obtain a degree in political science and possibly continue in law school

Brett Pelan:  He is active in football, basketball, soccer, band, renaissance club, spirit club, foodball, jazz band and drum-line.  Community activities include the foodbank and volunteering for children sports camps.  He plans to attend a four-year college and pursue a degree in mechanical engineering.

We were all encouraged to complete the Community Prevention Wellness Initiative Community Survey which is also available on the school’s website.

Rain Derby

We are in the last 17 days of sales.  All with tickets are encouraged to sell them all and anyone needing more, they are available from Lion Roger.  We need volunteers to contact several of the advertisers in the Drizzle to renew their notices.

Program

We were visited by representatives from the Karr House; Angie Silvan, Community Awareness and Marketing Manager, Gayle Harriman, Executive Director and Kim Harness, RN.  The facility has been purchased by Enlivant and will be under going a name change to Riverside Place.  With the change will come a more committed approach to care and quality of life programs for the residents.  A holistic approach to senior living designed to help residents thrive in mind, body, and spirit.  In addition, they are working to be able to provide a number of rooms for residents that have exhausted their private funding and have to rely on DSHS for funding of their stay.

For more information of Enlivant, visit www.enlivant.com

The Pot

Bud Messervey. Not here, so the pot grows even larger.

September 22, 2015

Meeting was called to order by King Lion Mel Thompson and opening given by Lion Jerry Erickson.

We welcomed Paul McMillan who was thought to be a guest, but were delighted when he was given his membership card and pin. Welcome to the Club.

Mel’s Questions:

1. The French/Indian War was called what name in Europe? The 7 years war.
2. What were the names of the 2 generals killed in the Battle of Quebec? Montcalm (Frenchman) and Wolfe (Englishman)
3. On this date in 1776, who was hanged by the British? Nathan Hale. (He was accused of being a spy)

We received a letter from the Washougal Lions Club announcing their 75^th anniversary celebration being held on October 10^th. For those interested, please contact Lion Gerry Schaefer.

Rain Derby:   Sell, Sell, Sell. We are in the final month for sales.

Lion Paul Dean volunteered to be the new chair for sight and hearing. Thank you.

Lion Seppo has contacted Debbie Luther regarding shirts with both the Lions Logo on the front and the Rain Derby Logo on the back. He will provide additional details when available.

Don Fiene fell and had surgery to remove a blood clot. He is in rehab in Olympia.

Today’s Program

Chris King, employed by Harbor Hydrolics and a lifelong steam engine enthusiast, spoke today of the restoration of #45, the Steam Engine purchased in 1908 by the Polson Logging Camp and used in various capacities until the early 1960’s. For the nearly 40 years, it made its home at Last Spur Park on Lincoln Street in Hoquiam. Unfortunately, in 1998, the engine was given to the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railway. Plans for it’s restoration went awry and the engine was sold to Steam locomotive collector, Chris Baldo. From 2012 to late 2014, negotiations between Mr. Baldo and the Polson Museum Board (Aided by generous support of Tim Quigg and his cousin George Donovan) the museum was able to return the #45 to Hoquiam in June of 2015.

Chris is the lead in this restoration and had many stories to tell. It is the intention of the group to restore the engine to working order, not just a cosmetic fix that makes it look good. In doing so, the Railroad Camp Building on the Museum property becomes a working, breathing exhibit of what a logging camp was.

For further information, please use the following links:

http://www.graysharbortalk.com/2015/02/15/historic-polson-logging-locomotive-return-harbor/

http://www.polsonmuseum.org/building2.htm

https://www.facebook.com/Polson-45-restoration-424544021053460/timeline/

The winner of today’s pot: Tracy Pelan, who was not present to collect.

The meeting was officially opened by Lion Pete Vander Linden

King Mel’s Questions of the Day:

On this day in 1892, Francis Bellamy was published for what writing? The Pledge of Allegiance.

In 1977, President Jimmy Carter signed what instrument that many still feel was his biggest mistake. Giving the Panama Canal to Panama

Today’s meeting’s primarily purpose was to review Logger’s Playday events and to insure we are ready. Of the three major projects: Button sales, Salmon BBQ and Concessions, we found that we are set to go, but could always use additional help in the concession stands (speak to Pete Hegg) and at the Salmon BBQ (speak to Ed Wayman). We still do not know if there will be any consideration on price afforded to us on the salmon, but we should know more on Wednesday. The price of the tickets is $15.00 per person and 10.00 for a child.

On Thursday, September 10^th, there will be a potato scrub and peanut bagging at the Washington School – 5:30 PM

Friday, set up of BBQ equipment and moving of concession equipment to Washington School – 2 PM

Saturday, Wrap hot dogs and prepare for sales for concessions at 12:00 Noon.

Salmon BBQ will have the pits fired up at 1:00 PM   Lions Morgan and McFeeley will have coleslaw from Duffy’s, Wayman and Lanning will pick up potatoes from Swansons and dinner will be served from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

A very busy time of year. Please take every advantage to sell Rain Derby tickets at this time.

In conclusion, Lion Larry Jones, not to be out done by King Lion Mel, fired off trivia questions in such rapid succession that I was only able to get about half written, but here is what I do have: The following nick names of these people:

Paul Hornung:           Golden Boy

Jim Hunter:                 Catfish Hunter

John Wooden            Wizard of Westwood

Pete Marovich           Pistol Pete

Pete Rose                  Charlie Hustle

Ty Cobb                     Georgia Peach

Ken Stabler                The Snake

Harold Reece            PeeWee Reece

Willy Mays:                 Say Hay Kid

A 3 Wood                   Spoon

David Jones              Deacon Jones

Joe Namath               Broadway Joe

Ted Williams              Splendid Splinter

The Pot:   Lion Gerald McFeeley. Sadly, he had a prior engagement and even though Lion Morgan volunteered to deliver it to him, it was a no go.

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August 18, 2015

Meeting Called to Order by King Lion Mel Thompson and opening led by Lion Pete Vander Linden.

Mel’s Questions

1. Who made the quote: Military Intelligence is a contradiction in terms?    Groucho Marx
2. On this date, the 5^th amendment was signed. What was the amendment?   Women’s Sufferage.

Lion Jim Bucknell knew both and really took the wind out of Mel’s Sails.

Thank you for scholarship from Austin Eberwein.

On September 19, 2015, Peninsula Lions of Ocean Park will celebrate 60^th anniversary. Social hour at 5:00 PM and Dinner at 6:00 PM.

Lion Dee Johnson presented his beautiful wood turned art to Lion Seppo Tuominen and Lion Jack Strom for their service to Hoquiam Lions.

Bl Bruun announced that the Grays Harbor Coin Club is having a bronze and silver coin made to commemorate Hoquiam’s 125^th Anniversary. They will be available through the club or Harbor Drug.

Speaker:

Linda Borth who wears many hats in Grays Harbor volunteer work, spoke today of the Hoquiam Clothing Bank. It has been in existence for 12 years and is housed next to the food bank in the Masonic building. Although their needs are many, they particularly need children’s underwear, school supplies and linens, blankets and pillows. They serve over 2,600 families per year which equals about 9,500 people.

Next week – District governor will be here.

The Pot: Paula Dean – sadly not here and Paul, although he has a middle initial of A., was not allowed to take the pot for her.

The meeting was called to order by King Lion Seppo and opening provided by Lion Pete Vander Linden.

Dee Johnson announced that he would forego his perfect attendance due to his upcoming trip.  He will provide his gifts in wood turned products upon his return.

Health Report

Pete Hegg is doing well and has been seen attending church and taking laps around the track.  He will be present at the next meeting.

Ken Johnson is doing well and looks in great shape according to Jerry McFeeley.

Donations:

$500.00 given to Hoquiam High School Woodshop

$500.00 given to YMCA Summer Program

Tee Shirts

Lion Jim Bucknell has arranged for various Lions garments with approval from International for use of logo.  Lion Seppo noted that he has an old shirt that in addition to the Lions logo on the front, there is the Hoquiam Logo with Jupiter Pluvius on the back.  We are investigating adding that option.

Program

Grays Harbor County Sheriff Rick Scott spoke today of the recent homicide and barricade situation on Oak Street and addressed some of the concerns voiced by local readers of the Daily World.  He also spoke of changes of the department in staffing of the clerical, corrections and criminal divisions.  The peak number of employees was 87, but now stands at 70.  This is coming when service calls are at an all time high.  Budget cuts proposed by the commissioners are not effectively enacted by less personnel as more overtime charges are incurred in order to give the county the necessary protection it requires.  In addition, additional services such as court security and emergency management have been added to the duties of the Sheriff’s Department.  As usual, Sheriff Scott gave a very informative talk.

The Pot

Mike Sand.  He was probably out golfing today, so was not able to receive his winnings.

May 26,2015   Al Bruun reporting

King Lion Seppo called the meeting to order. Pam Pelan was a guest. She also did the photos of the student of the month kids and took picture of the newly installed benches on the main drag.

The highway clean up went off with out a hitch.

June 6th Clearwater charter a Lake Quinault rain forest building.

June 8 Aberdeen charter.

June 18 instellation dinner.

See Jerry S. for sign ups.

Program was all the students of the month for lunch. Seppo related what the Lions club did and was all about and the history. The students stud and said their name and where they were going to college. At the close, they all sat or a formal group picture taken by Pam Pelan.

Pot was won by Jerry S.

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

The meeting was called to order and the opening led by Lion Pete Vander Linden.

Reports

1. The highway clean-up on Longren Pass will be on May 20^th beginning at 1:00 PM.
2. Lion/Mayor Jack Durney is working on the photo op for publicity on the recently installed benches within the city.
3. Installation of officers dinner to be held at the Hoquiam Elks Lodge on June 18, 2015, 5:30 PM Social Hour with 6:30 PM dinner.  There is a choice of steak or salmon.  Please sign up at earliest convenience or call Lion Jerry directly.
4. Clearwater Installation/Charter dinner to be held on June 6^th at the Salmon House on the South Shore of Lake Quinault.  5:30 PM
5. Aberdeen Installation/Charter dinner to be held on June 8^th at the Rotory Log Pavilion at 6:00 PM
6. Scholarship committee has complete its selection of recipients and they will be awarded to the 5 students on Senior day by Lion Chris Eide.
7. This coming Tuesday, May 26^th, all of the 2014/2015 students of the month will be present for recognition.

Program

Today’s program was the granddaughter of Lion Jack Strom, Molly (Curry) Bold.  The bold family has been in the Grays Harbor fishing industry for over 100 years.  Molly spoke of how the fishing is a 276 Million Dollar industry within Washington State and how in 2013, over 139 Million lbs of fish were processed through Westport.  However, most people do not know of the importance of fishing is to both the Harbor and the State.  She is among a group that has established “We Fish” which promotes fishing on the harbor.  The are doing so by helping to maintain Fisherman’s Memorial, Supporting the Blessing of the fleet and speaking at organizations such as ours.

The Pot

Ed Wayman – Not here, so the pot will be carried to next week.

The meeting was called to order by King Lion Seppo and the opening provided by Lion Vander Linden.

There were 20 Lions in attendance.

Two guests, Jean and Gordon Glasgow.

Announcements:

1. We received a thank you letter from Fritzie Sanchez for the recent nomination of student of the month.
2. The zone meeting will take place at 6:00 PM, this Thursday, April 16^th at the Ocean Palace in Aberdeen.
3. King Lion Seppo is continuing his work on arranging a visitation to Camp Leo later this summer.
4. White Canes Day is May 1^st. There are still two vacant shifts that Lion Ray Pumphrey needs to fill.  Please contact his if you can help.
5. Due to an early graduation date, June 5^th, Sudents of the month will be awarded for April, May and June during the Meeting on May 12^th.

Students of the month:

Karen Mudd:  She participates in band functions such as Marching Band, Pep Band, Concert Band and Jazz band.  She has also helped with the productions of Zombie Prom and Footloose.  Karen has two jobs, taking care elderly folk and cleaning rental homes.  Her future plans include completing an AA at Grays Harbor College, then transfer to a university to obtain a BA in Music

Jeremy Glasgow:  Participates in Band, Jazz Band, Drumline and Mr. Fantastic.  Community activities include playing in the Bear Cats Pep Band, HHS Cancer Relay Team and Foodball.  He has interned at the D & R Theater learning about sound mixing and concert setup. He too plans to earn his AA in music at Grays Harbor College, then pursue a career in music production.

Program:

Tom Kloepping from Grays Harbor Hospital Pharmacy spoke of the elderly (Refered to those 64 years of age or older) and dangers we face with the medications being prescribed due to our bodies showing natural signs of aging.  Although we may have taken a particular medication for some time, changing conditions may change the way we react to the medication.  Additionally, as more medications are prescribed, the danger of the medications mixing to produce adverse side effects is increased.  He suggests that we should be aware of the medication being taken, know the purpose and side effects of each medication and have an opening dialogue with either the doctor or pharmacist (or both) to know in advance of potential problems.

The Pot

Paul Dean – Not present, so the pot will carry over to next week.