Commissioner Charles Gause Chapter No. 433 of the National Society of the United States Daughters of 1812 Wishes Everyone a Happy New Year

 

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: NC0025P 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

1812 chairman

Wreaths Across America - Let's Honor Our Veterans on Veterans Day - November 11th

What better way to honor our Veterans than to purchase a wreath through Wreaths Across America. Go to the Tab in this website titled "Wreaths Across America" and follow the directions to order a wreath or wreaths by check, by credit card either through the site that is listed or call the number that is listed. If you go to the website you won't need to put in your ID numbers. If you make a phone call you will need to give Wilmington National Cemetery and our group number which is NC0025P. Plus you will need a credit card. You should get a receipt indicating you purchased a wreath. If you do not you can call the number listed and inquire. At the moment we have 36 wreaths. All orders need to be received by Wreaths Across America by November 30th. So, at this point we need to order as soon as possible. 

Thank you so much for all your support.

Phyllis Wilson

Wreaths Across America Chair

 

 Jane Johnson introduced our speaker, Liz Fuller who is the Vice President of the Southport Historical Society. She presented an informative PowerPoint presentation on “Smithfield and the War of 1812”. It was quite interesting and full of information on North Carolina and the local area involvement in the War of 1812 and the difference between the Militia and Detached Militia at Fort Joh

                                                         President James Madison

Installation of New Officers – Since our June Meeting was canceled, Past Registrar National, Nora Hickam installed our new officers.

President Pat Gooding

Vice-President Jane Johnson

Cindy Sellers - Treasurer

 Historian Kathy Miller 

                                    Recording/Corresponding Secretary Susan DeGroote

                                                 Chaplain Diane Price

                                                              Registrar Carol Jutte

 

This is a photo of Carol Jutte, treasurer, Phyllis Wilson, new chair for 1812 Wreaths Across America, Carol Hart, prior chair for Wreaths Across America, and Martha Blacher, prior treasurer for the 1812 chapter posing for a photo while handing out wreaths at  Wreaths Across America December 2019. Thank you Carol for doing a fantastic job while you were chair of Wreaths Across America.

How to order a wreath:

Since our October meeting will be a Zoom meeting you will not be able to get a form from Phyllis to order a wreath, but you could make out a check to Wreaths Across America. Each wreath is $15.00 and mail it to Phyllis Wilson.  There is a form that should be filled out. Contact Phyllis at par4wilson@gmail.com and she will e-mail you a form or just fill out a form once she receives your check . Her home address is in our book

Go to the tab under the Home button on this website and click on the Wreaths Across America Tab. When you do that read what Phyllis has written. There is a direct website that will take you to the General Gause account to order a wreath. If you experience difficulty e-mail Phyllis and she will call you back and walk you through your order.

There is a phone number on the Tab that you can call and order a wreath. You will need the cemetery name, NCWNCE (Wilmington National Cemetery) our number - NC0025P, and your credit card information. Also, you will receive a receipt from Wreaths Across America after you purchase a wreath. Click forward on your e-mail and send Phyllis a copy of your receipt for her records.

Our chapter has 21 wreaths purchased. Let's all try to order at least one wreath or more. 

 

Dues are now due for the 2020-2021 year.

                                     


Dear Daughters of 1812,

Dues are now due for the 2020-2021 year.  The amount is $55.00.  Please make your check payable to Comm. Charles Gause Chapter 1812 and mail to me: Cindy Sellers ( Check my e-mail for my address plus attachment if you are including any donation.

In addition, if you wish to make donations to any of our 1812 causes, you may include that amount in your check.  I have attached the donation form for your convenience.

Thanks in advance for your timely response.

Cindy Sellers, Treasurer

Comm Charles Gause Chapter USD 1812

Happy 4th of July from The DeGroote Family Dressed in Colonial Attire

Susan DeGroote, is a member of the Stamp Defiance DAR Chapter in Wilmington, NC. Her husband Doug and her youngest grandson, Webb are in the photo with her in their Colonial attire. Doug got his outfit when Susan’s DAR Chapter sponsored the Stamp Defiance re-enactment in downtown Wilmington. Thanks, Susan, for permission to post Webb’s photo on our blog and on Facebook. Susan is also just finished her term of office at the librarian for the 1812 General Gause Chapter. Susan is also recording secretary for the Lord Craven Colonial Dames Chapter. Susan and her family would like to wish you a Happy 4^th of July.

On July 4, 1776, the 13 colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on the fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, Americans celebrate this historic event.

June 14th is Flag Day

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/

Memorial Day is May 25th, 2020

Note About the June 2020 Commissioner Charles Gause No.433 Chapter of the National Society of the United States Daughters of 1812 Meeting

Dear Daughters,
  I miss all of you and want to thank you for all your help in the accomplishments of our Chapter through my tenure as President. I hope you and your loved ones have stayed safe through this life-changing pandemic. Through a vote, the Board has decided to cancel the June 2020 meeting, and hopefully, we can meet again in October and pray our world will slowly return to normal, or at least a new normal.
Take care each of you, and more news will follow as we see changes in the COVID-19 updates.
In Unity, Liberty, and Fraternity,
Kathy

Hi Ladies, I do hope you and your families are doing well!  As we all adjust to the stay at home order, the Friends of the Library Southport and; Oak Island (FOLSOI) has been working with community partners to live stream programs and provide resources for all.  The weekly programs for the month of April offered by the Southport Historical Society and FOLSOI might appeal to some of our DAR chapter members.  Please feel free to share this email with our chapter members if you think there would be any interest. Take good care and stay well!                                      Diana Fotinatos   Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island

Southport Historical Society  and; Harper Library present Armchair History Classes Please join us for these April programs to be held live online via Zoom,* a free software tool that lets you join an online presentation from your computer or tablet. All classes will be held on Thursdays in April from 1 - 2:15 pm April 2   – Southport and the War to End all Wars Southport’s population doubled overnight in 1917 when more than 1000 troops-in-training were sent to Ft. Caswell. Learn how the town adapted, and even thrived, in their sudden new role as a military support town. April 9   -  Southport and the 1918 Flu Pandemic The “Spanish Flu” pandemic killed more than 13,000 people in North Carolina. Find out how the citizens of Southport and the troops at Ft. Caswell fared during the crisis. April 16 -  Southport and Women’s Right to Vote Southport women were committed to improving their city even before they had the right to vote. Learn about the women who sought political change and worked to help women get out the vote. April 23 -  Brunswick County Moonshining Moonshining was a way of life and a part of North Carolina’s culture for over 300 years. Come hear the history and folklore of distilling whiskey in Brunswick County. April 30 -  Prohibition and Smuggling in Southport Prohibition began earlier and lasted longer in North Carolina than in the rest of the United States. Find out how this great experiment began and what caused it to end.  And learn how it brought international smuggling to the shores of Southport. *NOTE: classes are free, but registration space is limited. Please email us to register your spot for any of these programs. Instructions for using Zoom will be emailed to you when you register.) Register today!

Daughters of 1812 Workshop

When:  March 28, 2020, starting at noon

Where:  UDC State Headquarters House in Raleigh, corner of Lane and Blount Streets

Topics:  How locate 1812 ancestors and prepare applications

This workshop is open to anyone interested in becoming a member of 1812 and to current members who are interested in preparing supplementals.  We will talk about the application form and about locating lineage documents and the types of service that our organization accepts.  Bring your laptops and your questions.  I will have a brief presentation and then take questions.

Laura C. Edwards

Registrar Captain Johnston Blakeley Society

Ledwards6@nc.rr.com 

Commissioner Charles Gause No 433 Chapter of the National Society of the United States Daughters of 1812 celebrated their tenth anniversary on Saturday at their February 1st Meeting.

L to R: Nora Hickam, organizing former president and Kathy Miller president

The Commissioner Charles Gause Chapter celebrated its 10th Anniversary by honoring our organizing Chapter President Nora Hickam who cut the cake for us to enjoy during the program.

1812 Member Delivers Books to St. Mark Catholic School in Huntersville NC

L to R:  Principal, Mr. Burton, Media Specialist, Ms. Burns and Dale Spencer 1812 member

On Friday, January 31, 2020, Dale Spencer, Committee Chair for the  Veteran Outreach Program delivered two Penguin Young Readers Level 3 book  " Red, "White and Blue The Story of the American Flag" to Principal Burton and Media Specialist Mrs. Burns at the St. Mark Catholic School in Huntersville, NC. The books were donated by Commissioner Charles Gause No.433 Chapter of the National Society of the United States Daughters of 1812. The total number of books that were donated to three counties and 10 libraries is 102 books.

Thank you Linda Lashley for taking such great photos.