WINSLOW TOWNSHIP
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Tansboro, New Jersey
Our President, Peter Douvres called the meeting of August 2, 2004 to
order at 7:18pm.
Minutes of the July 11, 2004 meeting were read. Debbie LoSasso made to motion to accept the
minutes as read and Tony LoSasso seconded the motion.
Treasurer Report: <<not available
online>>
Correspondence: Art called Steve Weiss in Texas
and gave him the information regarding a former part-time Winslow Township policeman, Harry
Schissler. Mr. Schissler's named will now be placed on the Wall of Honor for Policemen in
Texas.
Patty Ward presented pictures sent to her from Robert Long showing historic railroad sites in
Winslow Township.
Publicity Committee: Web Site is updated to the
present. It features Lori Bearden's cemetery pictures and the latest news of our society.
Terry strongly suggests that we log into the e-mail so that he has all of our e-mail
addresses. Bob Christine presented everyone with an index card to confirm their name and
address. Patty Ward suggested we add to the site that Winslow Township has a welcome package
for all newcomers moving into the township. Terry was given our refreshment list to also add to the web site. A monthly newsletter will be
e-mailed to all members and will feature the highlights of each meeting. All information
should be submitted before the 3rd Monday of each month. The minutes of each meeting
will be e-mailed to all members.
Old Business: Tony LoSasso handed out a sample
of the flyer they will use to advertise our Halloween event. A motion was made by Carol Duble
and seconded by Linda Iwaniw to donate 10% of the net to the Winslow Methodist Church. Tony is
contacting the drama coach at Winslow High School in hopes of getting students to help with
our presentation. Lillian Priestly volunteered to have the tickets printed. The cost is $5.00
per adult, children 4-12 $3.00 and children under 3 - free.
The annual Xmas party will be 12/13/2OO4. September will be a grandparent's presentation and
will be held September 13, 2O04 due to the labor day weekend. October will feature our
Halloween event; November Bob Christine will host a veteran's day presentation.
Monica Duble found out how we can obtain the monopoly game and will follow through.
Tree Committee: Chris Kelly, Don Kelly and Pete
Douvres are the committee. Their goal is to obtain funding to preserve the tree. They will
take a look at the master plan in hopes that it has something in it to fund the preservation
of old trees. Chris will prepare a message to add to the web site and is setting up an
"Adopt a Tree" mailing list.
New Business: Linda Iwaniw advised the club of a
web site "ask.com" that will answer just about any question you may have. Art Croft
requested information of a Mario Presti who worked on the railroad in the early 19OO's. Mr.
Presti lived in Winslow Township. Chris Kelly had brought in a calender from Laurel Springs
exhibiting each month with an historic picture. Linda suggested we could find a sponsor to
fund the costs of the preparation of the calender and we could sell is as a fundraiser. A
picture was shown of the original Blue Anchor Tavern, which we may use as our logo for the web
site.
Patty Ward made the Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:30pm and Terry Iwaniw seconded the
motion.
Lillian Priestly served a delicious peach cobbler and blueberry cake, which was enjoyed by
all. Especially since they were fresh picked fruits. Thank you Lillian.
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