PRESIDENT: FRED SMITH
VICE PRESIDENT: JOHN DESCHAMPS
SECRETARY (DLIC): RICK CANTRELL
TREASURER (DLIC): BO BOLLENBACH
SPECIAL FORCES ASSOCIATION
CHAPTER XLVI
NICK ROWE MEMORIAL CHAPTER
GUAM/PHILIPPINES
P. O. BOX 25215, BARRIGADA, GUAM 96921
Newsletter of Chapter 46 SFA
MAR/APR 2009
Mark, the outgoing Secretary of Chapter 46 DLIC receiving his
certificate from President Fred Smith.
Mark (Center) displaying his well earned Certificate of
Appreciation
On Saturday, April 4th, 2009, SFA Chapter 46, DLIC in Angeles City held our monthly social at Illusions. Prior to the social
everyone gathered at Garfield's Last Stand for a meeting to recognize the outstanding contributions our outgoing secretary,
Mark Irvin has made. Mark has stepped down from his job as
secretary due to getting employment abroad. He will be sorely
missed.
Mark was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation by Chapter President Fred Smith. As the incoming secretary, I can say
that Mark is leaving some very big shoes to fill. Mark is an excellent organizer and his accounts of meetings and preparation
of our newsletter and the DROP was flawless. I didn't realize
how much work this until I started to do it. I'm new at this folks,
so bare with me until I get things honed. Mark has been very
good to lend a helping hand when I've been stumped - which as
been often. Ralph, a previous secretary for our chapter has als
offered to help me get my sights bored on this. Thank you Mark
for a job well done. Thank you Ralph for the questions you are
going to be answering also.
Mark, the outgoing secretary enjoying
the hospitality of Wolff at Illusions
at the April social meeting.
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Pics of the Social
Jack and John getting warmed up for the
April social meeting
Bo and Dave being social
at Illusions
The "Prez" Fred holding court
Rick and Bo at the Social warmup
Shorty, Frank and Jim
John and Stogy
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Minutes SFA Chapter XLVI, March 7, 2oo9
Minutes SFA Chapter XLVI, April 9, 2oo9
We had our monthly meeting Saturday March 7, 2oo9 at
1100 hours sharp.
The meeting was started with the Pledge of Allegiance to
the flag led by Vice President John Deschamps, followed by
a moment of silence for our fallen comrades and all those
still in harms way.
Olen and Kevin M were fined for being tardy, John and
Olen were fined for being out of uniform.
The minutes from the February meeting were read and
approved. The minutes from the DLIC February meeting
were read.
.
The financial report was read by John D., there was a
motion to accept it as read. It was seconded and approved.
The meeting that took place in Angeles to elect new officers
was gone over by John. All are now informed as to who the
new officers are.
Jeff produced a new roster sent by National. It was noticed
that Chapter XLVI has nearly 50 life members. Also that
Ian Girvin is a lost soul, meaning the h\address of record is
no good.
Roger wasn’t present to give an update on our boat again
this month as he is visiting in the Philippines.
There being no other business a motion that the meeting be
closed and seconded we all proceeded to the bar for some
refreshment.
Breakfast was cooked and served by Jenny. along with
Bloody Mary’s and/or drinks of choice.
Hafa Adai
John Deschamps
Jeff Raker called the meeting to order at 1100
hours on 10 April 2009 at the American Legion
Post in Tamuning, Guam. The members had enjoyed their Bloody Marys and a delicious breakfast
prior to the meeting. Since VP John Deschamps
was visiting the DLIC in Angeles City, Jeff presided
over the meeting. He opened with the traditional
pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence for
fallen and missing comrades. The minutes of the
previous month's meeting and the financial report
were read and approved unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS: Jeff updated the members on the
progress of preparations for the PacRim 09 Conference to be hosted by the DLIC at Angeles City.
Webmaster Roger reported that to date he had received no information on the event to put into the
Chapter Webpage. Jeff stated that he would take
up the subject with the DLIC at the April meeting in
Angeles. He further promised to insure that Roger
get the appropriate information to put into the webpage.
NEW BUSINESS: Jeff invited all to participate in
ANZAC Day activities in the PI on 25 April, and he
also mentioned that Chapter 3, in conjunction with
the VFW, was hosting a trip to Katchanaburi and
the Bridge over the River Kwai on that day. The
point of contact to reserve a seat on the bus from
Bangkok to Katchanaburi is Larry Peak. The 500
Baht ticket includes lunch. Jeff announced the following tentative schedule for the PacRim Conference:
9 October 2009: Arrival/check-in, registration and
welcome drinks at the Chapter Teamhouse.
10 October 2009: Welcoming remarks, meeting
and Chapter presentations at the VFW, followed by
lunch and free drinks at Garfields, Peanuts and
Illusions. Shopping for the ladies at Clark SM.
11 October Tour of Corregidor. Possibly late lunch
at Yorkies on Bataan Peninsula, followed by free
drinks at Garfields, Peanuts and Illusions. More
shopping.
12 October 2009: Noon BBQ of steak and shrimp,
closing remarks and more freee drinks.
13 October 2009: Check-out and departure.
GOOD OF THE ORDER: Jeff called attention to
the communications: Chapter 1-18 Newsletter, National President's Newsletter, and a apecial edition
of the Veritas on activities of 8th SFGA in Latin
America and the capture of Che Guevara. The
meeting was adjourned at 1125 hours. Next meet3 ing: 1000 hours on 2 May 2009.
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We had a discussion about the baseball team as to
whether we would continue to support the team with
food and beverages providing they were playing in
Angeles or whether we would actually sponsor a team.
The decision was made that we would continue to
support the team, but not sponsor due to the possibility
of enormous financial responsibilities that might be
occurred if such a venture is undertaken.
Chapter 46 DLIC Meeting 21 March 2009
.SFA DLIC Meeting was opened at 1200 hrs by Pres
Fred Smith. There were 28 members in attendance.
The Pledge Allegiance to the Flag of the United States
was led by Pres Smith.
A moment of silence was observed for fallen and
missing comrades and those fighting the war on
terrorism.
Chris Wilkerson, the medic from 1st Group who we
aided with a medcap in Sulu a couple of years ago is
back in town and desires to do another one. The last one
went very well and many Filipino war veterans who
were not recognized by the US Department of VA
Affairs were enrolled into the VA system. Considering
that most of these veterans are Muslim, this is an
excellent civic action project. Chris will gather the
information necessary and there will be a discussion as
to whether we want to participate in another one.
Apologies: Bill Wright, Frank Devlin, Ross Mangan and
Charlie Martin.
Introduce any guests: There were no guests present,
although our man J.O. Dickey was in town and present
for the meeting.
The minutes of the Feb 2009 meeting is posted in
Garfields. The Financial Statement to Mar 2008 is on
file with the Pres if anyone needs to see it.
NEW BUSINESS:
The 4th of July picnic was discussed. President Fred
Smith will insure the area is reserved. A committee of
volunteers will be formed to work out the finer details.
As always it will be pot luck. A roster will be posted for
members to write down what they will bring to the
picnic.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Various communications via email were received and
passed around for members to read if they wished.
A letter was received in reference to ANZAC Day
which will be held on Saturday, April 25th at 0700 hrs at
the Clark Cemetery. This will be followed by a Gunfire
Breakfast at the Swagman Hotel in Diamond
Subdivision. Maximum support is encouraged.
GOOD OF THE CHAPTER: There was no business
discussed under good of the order.
The next SFA DLIC Social will be held at Illusions, 4
April 2009 at 1400 hours.
Smokey moved that a $20.00 donation be given by the
DLIC for this occasion. The motion was carried.
There being no further business and it being very hot
due to lack of electricity, the meeting was adjourned by
Pres. Fred Smith at 1248 hours.
OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
The committee for the 2009 PACRIM has been formed.
At this point things are moving slowly because we do
not know exactly how many people will be coming.
Charlie Hoffman has already arranged for the menu
which will be a buffet with Fish, Chicken and Pork.
More information will be passed on the schedule as soon
as becomes available. A decision was made to keep the
registration fee to $90.00 per person.
At this time the committee is working on arrangements
for hotel accommodations, transportation, and the trip to
Corregidor, bars that will support our convention,
shopping for wives that accompany their spouses and an
information packet for the participants and other details.
The recommendation was made by Jeff Raker that we
make a decision next meeting as to whether the
Corregidor trip will be a single day or an overnighter.
He suggested that we choose either one or the other to
prevent logistical problems.
Rick, Charles, Fred and Jeff
Everyone must pay the full registration fee.
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DLIC Meeting Minutes for April 18, 2009.
GOOD OF THE CHAPTER:
SFA DLIC Meeting was opened at Noon by
Pres Smith. There were 23 members in attendance.
We had a short discussion in regards to the
food for the meetings. What has been allocated by the DLIC price wise for the food
isn't sufficient unless we stick to only finger
foods. Four members pledged to donate 500
pesos each for the food at the meetings. That
was accepted and no further discussion was
needed.
The Pledge Allegiance to the Flag of the
United States was led by Pres Smith.
A moment of silence was observed for fallen
and missing comrades and those fighting the
war on terrorism.
Next DLIC Social will be at Peanuts on 2
May 2009 at 1400hrs.
Apologies: Apologies were received from
Charlie Martin, Mark Moore, J.O. Dickey and
Bill Wright.
The meeting was adjourned at ------------12:29 hours.
The minutes of the March 2009 Meeting is
posted
on the bulletin board at Garfield's.
The Financial Statement for April 2009 was
read and accepted and is on file with the Pres
if anyone
wants to see it.
COMMUNICATIONS.
The Chapter 1-18 Newsletter, ANZAC Day
Information Sheet, a story about Ex-Seal and
Hunter Dog Killers and the President's
monthly newsletter from Ft. Bragg was passed
around for everyone to read if they wish.
L to R: Marvin, Rick and Fred
OLD/UNFINISHED BUSINESS :
There was a short discussion about the baseball teams. The ball field has been completed
and everyone was reminded that we are only
responsible to provide food and drinks during
home games.
NEW BUSINESS:
Jeff (Left) and Jimmy
The price for the PACRIM was corrected. It
will be on $60.00 per head just as the last one.
We will be intensifying our advertising to the
Chapters in Korea, Okinawa and Thailand.
COMING EVENTS:
Apr 21 Col Nick Rowe murdered (1989)
Apr 27 ANZAC
May 2
DLIC Social Meeting
Mary 3 Guam Chapter Meeting
May 16 DLIC Meeting
May 25 Memorial Day
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Guam and Philippines Photos
The Guam Crew
Gene and Jimmy At the April Meeting
Bob, Pappy, Ralph and Jim - Apr 2009
Jack Hagan and his lovely wife at the April Social
April 2009 Meeting
“Bo” at the April 2009 Meeting
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Guam and Philippines Photos
The “scenery” at Illusions for the April Social Meeting
The April Social Meeting
Bob, Pappy and Ralph
Okay, a repeat, so what? They look better than us anyway!
Ralph, Jim, Gunner and Marvin
Bob at the April Social
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Final Say
Cartoon of the Issue
IS
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There will be limited hard copies
available priced at P500 each
FREE if delivered by email as a
LARGE Adobe Acrobat file - Contact
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Email: [email protected]
Servicing (fleet special), mechanical repairs, brakes,
panel beating, painting, restoration work,
pre-buy of used car ‘check over’ for
your peace of mind.
COMPETITIVE PRICES - GUARANTEED WORK
Phone Charlie 09192672419
Timog Park
Items for Sale
Drop in for a chat, meet
the girls, have a beer or
other beverage and
enjoy yourself.
Chapter Shirts, Coins, Caps
Car stickers (Charles has a limited
amount of these available)
Draft San Mig and San
Mig Light, Cerveza
Negra bottles
Local and foreign liquors
Coffee, hotdogs
and
Contact the Chapter Officers
or see the Cashier at Garfields
GREAT
COMPANY
Team House, Chapter 46 DLIC, SFA
Drop in for a chat, meet
the girls, have a beer or
other beverage and enjoy
yourself. We have the
best pies, pasties and
sausage rolls in town.
Members Classified Ads:
FOR SALE: Support your Chapter. Caps, shirts and
challenge coins are available at Garfields and in Guam.
In PI, see cashier at Garfields or Pres/Sec of DLIC. In
Guam see John.
SMB and San Mig Light,
Cerveza Negra and local
and foreign liquors
and, of course,
GREAT COMPANY
PAPPY makes all sorts of superb meat and sweet food
products. Contact him on his cell phone 09064612385.
Pappy is a member.
Social Venue, Chapter 46, SFA
If you have something you wish to advertise in an upcoming
issue, contact Rick by email — [email protected]. Deadline
for ads is one week before the Team meeting in the second
month in the Philippines. EG for the May-Jun issue the deadline
is the 2nd Saturday of June. Line ads are free.
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