Happy New Year to the Brunswick Town DAR Chapter Members

 

Wreaths Across America - Let's buy a Wreath before November 30, 2020

If you haven't purchased a wreath yet for Wreaths Across America your best and easiest way to do this is to call the main number:     877-385-9504.

You will need our group ID: (NC0009P) and Location: NCWNCE. You will need a credit card. You will also need your e-mail address. If you call and you get a recorded message just leave your phone number and someone will get back to you.

Hope you can help and buy a wreath. 

Thanks.

Phyllis Wilson

blog manager

Veterans' Day at the Fort Caswell Rifle Range Memorial

 

The above photo shows the musicians playing Taps at the Fort Caswell Rifle Range Memorial on Veterans' Day November 11, 2020, at 11:00 am:  Pictured left to right are Alex Gilland, a student at South Brunswick High School; Ben Edwards, the Director of Music and teacher at South Brunswick Middle School; and President of Brunswick Bands, Inc., musician, Dick Slease. 

Last month, Dick Slease, in the above photo,  President of Brunswick Bands, Inc., contacted Friends of Fort Caswell Rifle Range with a request. Dick wanted to organize a Taps Across America tribute at the rifle range on Veterans Day.

This was a continuation of the effort that began in May for Memorial Day. Because the pandemic caused the cancellation of commemorations, musicians were encouraged to play Taps wherever they stood at 3pm on Memorial Day. Across America, tens of thousands of soloists played Taps on porches, parking lots – wherever they were. According to CBS News (story link below), it was one of the largest musical performances of all time.

For Veterans Day, the musicians were urged to choose a World War I memorial. The Fort Caswell Rifle Range Memorial was the site chosen by the local musicians.

 

Before playing Taps, Dick made the following remarks:

Good morning and thank you for coming.

I’m Dick Slease, President of Brunswick Bands Inc., and joining me on this very special day is Ben Edwards, the Director of Music and teacher at South Brunswick Middle School and Alex Gilland who is a student at South Brunswick High School.

We are taking part in a nationwide event to honor those who served in all the armed forces which were necessary to the creation and defense of our country. This event is sponsored by Bugles Across America, an offshoot of Taps Across America, a nationwide conglomeration of brass instrumentalists who play Taps on their front porch at noon on Memorial Day in commemoration of those individuals whose lives were taken in the course of the defense of our country against enemies who only wanted to see our downfall.

Veterans Day, today is the day that we honor all who served and successfully defended our nation.  The Great War was declared ended when an armistice was signed in Northern France at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918. That event gave birth to “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. Congress approved the burial of an unidentified American soldier from World War I in the plaza of Arlington National Cemetery’s new Memorial Amphitheater in March of 1921.

We are gathered here at the Ft. Caswell Rifle Pit to honor all veterans, but specifically, World War I veterans who served from Brunswick County, North Carolina.

Ladies and gentlemen, will you please stand proudly while Taps is sounded.

The next two photos are the presentation of a certificate to Lee Hinnant, Staff Writer of the State Port Pilot. We thought it was a good day to present this certificate to him.  Ron, Norma and Lee are in the next picture.  The last photo is of Norma and Lee.

Take a look at Lee's certificate of appreciation for his work.  Lee only missed one of our events since 2012.

Staff Writer, Lee Hinnant was presented an award from the Friends of Fort Caswell Rifle Range with gratitude and Recognition for his news coverage and attendance at all the events during the years 2012 - 2020.

 

What better thing to do is to order a wreath from Wreaths Across America. Go to the tab at the top of the page to order a wreath. Let's honor a veteran today.

Daughters of the American Revolution Recognize Native American Month Honor Native American Veterans in November

 

The National Native American Veterans Memorial, designed by Cheyenne and Arapaho artist Harvey Pratt, features a steel circle balanced on a carved drum. (Alan Karchmer / National Museum of the American Indian)

We are a nation of patriots who believe in the United States, its democracy, and our responsibility to preserve it for future generations. We acknowledge those who have served in the armed forces as the greatest patriots of all. Though we celebrate those who dedicate themselves to defending our nation, many Americans are unaware of the exceptional service performed by American Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native veterans.

Veterans Day has always brought the unimaginable scope of war to a human scale. The day invites us to remember our history, to honor both those who served recently and those who served long ago. And it asks us to consider what service means in our own lives.

As a national museum complex, the Smithsonian has a unique responsibility to honor our veterans. And this November, the Smithsonian celebrates Veterans Day by marking the completion of the National Native American Veterans Memorial at the National Museum of the American Indian. Native peoples have served in the United States military since the American Revolution and continue to serve at one of the highest rates per capita of any population group. As commissioned by Congress, the memorial will recognize—for the first time on a national scale—the extraordinary service of these men and women and our shared obligation to honor this legacy.

Join us online this Veterans Day—November 11—at 11 a.m. Eastern time, when the museum will mark the completion of the memorial with a brief ceremony and virtual tour. When it is safe to do so, the museum will host the memorial's dedication and the procession to honor Native veterans and their families.

To learn more about the memorial, the program November 11, and how to visit the memorial after that date, see AmericanIndian.si.edu/visit/washington/nnavm. 

(Information courtesy Smithsonian Magazine article by Lonnie G. Bunch III and National Museum of the American Indians, Smithsonian.)

Article provided by Carol Jutte, NC State American Indian Chairman.

 The book that Norma Eckard, Amy Eckard and Ronald Eckard wrote is titled, Brunswick County in the GREAT WAR is arriving this week at her home and will be available for a book signing this Saturday, October 28th. Norma has e-mailed information about the new book. Be sure to respond to her e-mail if you are available to help on October 28th.

                               

Brunswick Town DAR Chapter Celebrates DAR Day of Service on October 11th

 

On the National DAR Day of Service DAR members all over the world celebrate the anniversary of the October 11, 1890 founding of the DAR by participating in special volunteer service projects in their communities.

Carol Jutte delivered brownies, cookies to Shallotte and Civietown fire departments. Carol Jutte and Kathy Miller delivered brownies, cookies and a bowl of  candy to Supply fire department.

               Shallotte Fire department, Carol Jutte with the dog Valor

                                     Civieteown Fire department, with Carol Jutte

                     Supply Fire department, Carol Jutte and Kathy Miller

This is a photo of Lois Godfrey accepting a cake Carol Hart made for a bake sale to benefit Horseplay Farms in Bolivia.

Horseplay Farms is a 501(c) public charity to serve members of our community who are facing or overcoming challenges in life.  It is concerned with Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies.  They are having a Fall Festival including a bake sale.

Day of Service Chapter members participated in the annual Day of Service in a variety of ways, including a bake sale to benefit Horseplay Farms. The Clemmons Road, Bolivia-based non-profit seeks to improve the quality of life for individuals through Equine Assisted Learning, Equine Assisted Recreational Therapies and Equine Activities. Chapter members Carol Hart (l) and Martha Koletar baked cakes for the sale which was held in October.

    Norma Eckard delivered donuts to the fire department here at Caswell Beach, NC.

Constitution Week is Celebrated September 17-23rd

 

Heather Donnell, Librarian standing in front the the the Constitution Week Bulleting Board at the Harper Library in Southport.

Constitution Week is the commemoration of America's most important document. It is celebrated annually during the week of September 17-23. The United States Constitution stands as a testament to the tenacity of Americans throughout history to maintain their liberties, freedoms, and inalienable rights. andy not involved this year.

                                                      Pat Tucker - Cconstitution Week Chair

Pat Tucker, Constitution Week Chair made up packets of info regarding Constitution Week and delivered them to 4 schools.   Due to the Covid virus children were on home study.  Proclamations were sent out to all 19 Mayors of municipalities of Brunswick County.

                                 Mayor Jean Toner signed the Constitution Week Proclamation.

Diana Fotinatos, former chairman of Constitution Week is holding the proclamation that Mayor Jean Toner signed. The above photo is the meeting place at St. James Plantation in Southport, NC where the proclamation was signed.

Ring a Bell at 4:00pm today for Constitution Week - September 17-23rd

 

Today at 4:00 p.m., from sea to shining sea, bells will ring throughout America in celebration of the United States Constitution! I hope that you, your family and friends are planning to participate.

Did You Participate in Waving Flags on 9/11?

 

On Friday, September 11, 2020, Wreaths Across America called for every American to stand outside and wave a flag for one minute at 8:46am, at 9:03am, at 9:37am and at 10:03am.

 At 8:46 on September 11, 2001, five hijackers took control of American Airlines Flight 11 and flew into the heart of New York City and the northern facade of the World Trade Center north tower.

At 9:03 five other hijackers crashed United Airlines Flight 175 into the southern facade of the south tower.

At 9:37 another five hijackers flew American Airlines Flight 77 into the western facade of the Pentagon.

At 10:03 four hijackers crashed United Airlines Flight 93 into a field in Stoneycreek Township near Shanksville, PA.

Following the events of 9/11, three women (Elaine Green, Joann Miller, and Carmen Foote) we moved to find an old American flag they had stored at home and stand on a hill in Freeport, Maine, waving that flag to honor the victims. These women became nationally known a "The Freeport Flag Ladies" and proudly hoisted the Stars and Stripes every Tuesday morning for the following 18 years.

After they retired on September 11, 2019 (their last 9/11 remembrance) the following Tuesday, September 17, 2019, Wreaths Across America took the helm and continued the weekly flag-waving tradition along US 1 in Jonesboro, Maine.

Over the last six months, the flag-waving has taken on new meaning and given a spark of hope and patriotism during this difficult time in our country.

Is this something you did? It took less than an hour and a half. If you did participate, you are encouraged to send pictures of your participation in the national flag waving and share them with Wreaths Across America to honor and teach the generation born after 9/11 how hard times can strengthen us as a nation. Use #AmericaStrong and #FlagsAcrosstheCountry when posting on social media and tag the Wreaths Across America Official Facebook page. This can be done individually or in small groups. Spread the word. I hope many of you will participate and send your pictures.

On 9/11 DAR members Suzanne Horkey, Carol Sutter and Carol Jutte waved flags along with other ladies in their exercise class.

Susan Cunningham took a selfie of her near her flag outside of her house.

                                                  Mary Sands waving a large flag on 9/11.

Blog manager Phyllis Wilson asked her husband to take photos of her waving a flag at the designated times and Betsy, her DAR bear.

 

Pat Gooding didn't take a photo at the golf course, but she did set the alarm on her phone for each of the 4 times. As the alarms rang, she waved her flag in respect and honor of those whose lives were lost on that day in 2001. 

Please e-mail Phyllis any photos that you have taken. Also, send them to Wreaths Across America on Facebook.

WWll - September 2, 1945

WWll - September 2, 1945 was the date that the Japanese surrendered unconditionally to the US and its allies on the deck of the USS Missouri - thus ending the war.

Go to the website below for additional information:

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/japan-surrenders

The Brunswick Town DAR Sadly Announces that Mary Louise Sellers White Services will be conducted from the graveside at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2020, in Brunswick Memorial Gardens, Shallotte. Social Distancing and masks are required.

Mary Louise Sellers White was born on October 20, 1928, in Southport, NC.  She was the daughter of Elisha Sellers and Lela Mae Stevens Sellers. She was predeceased by her husband, James Harry White; daughter, Dianne Holden; and grandson, Shane Holden. She was affectionately known as “Mama Lou” to many people.

She is survived by her son, Bobby and wife Cheryl of Wilmington; daughters, Harriet Hemphill and husband Teak of Shallotte, and Sylvia Alexiou and husband Alex of Greensboro, NC;  brother, Elisha Sellers, Jr. of Simpsonville, SC; three grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

She and her husband owned Shallotte Dry Cleaners for over forty years before retirement. Mary was a proud member of the Brunswick Town Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution. Her fondest memories include serving Village Point United Methodist Church as pianist for many years. Mary had a passion for people including a fun spirit. Her sense of humor remained steadfast even during her years of declining health.

Services will be conducted from the graveside at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2020, in Brunswick Memorial Gardens, Shallotte.  Social Distancing and masks are required.

Special thanks to the staff at Universal Healthcare for their outstanding care of Mary Lou during her time there.

 Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, 1414 Physician’s Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.

 Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte

This photo was taken of  Mary Louise Sellers White at a December 2019 DAR meeting. It was announced that she had recently celebrated her 92nd birthday.

Photos of Prior Naturalization Ceremonies and 4th of July Parade in Southport, NC

Ladies from the Brunswick Town DAR chapter prepared food for the newly naturalized citizens after the ceremony. This has been done for many years. It is sad that the Corona Virus has prevented this event,  which has been so important to all of us.

These ladies participated in the July 4th parade last year. Unfortunately, the entire parade was canceled this year due to the Corona virus. Southport has always held the largest parade in the state of North Carolina.

Flag Day is June 14, 2020

243rd BIRTHDAY FLY YOUR FLAG TO CELEBRATE Sunday, June 14, 2020

The American flag has been the symbol of our nation's strength and unity. It's been a source of pride and inspiration for millions of citizens. The Star Spangled Banner, long may it wave, over the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave.   On this same day the United States Army celebrates its birthday. Following Flag Day is Honor America Days, a 21-day period through to Independence Day (July 4) to honor America.

D-DAY JUNE 6, 1944

Go to the website below for additional information about D-Day!

https://militarybenefits.info/d-day/

                                   

Congratulations Carol Jutte and Joyce Vanatater for being granted DAR Legacy Status.

L to R: Carol Jutte and her sister Joyce Vanatter have been granted DAR Legacy Status. Whoohoo!

For those who might not know what DAR Legacy Status Means: Read below:

The legacy designation will be granted to a member whose original DAR Application connects to her nearest DAR relative within the first three generations; the paper to w which she connects may be either a DAR Application or Supplemental, providing she uses the same established ancestor as the original submission. May 5, 2020

Memorial Day is May 25, 2020 Let Us Never Forget

Carol Jutte placed flowers on two Rev. War Patriot's graves on Memorial Day.

bottom photo Capt. John Conyers at the Old Morse Cemetery, Southport and top photo, Sempronious Russ at the Old Smithville Cemetery, Southport