July 2009 Vol. 3 * No. 3 |
A quarterly publication of the LRHS |
From the editor's desk - Berniece Davis |
Summer at the Museum |
As we begin our summer season here at the museum, thanks are due to the members who have helped with the spring cleaning. We now have new curtains in the basement, new drapes in the east room and new carpet at the entry. There are flowers planted by the door, and many thanks are due to Sandy for a well mowed lawn. We also appreciate those who keep our events posted on the sign board. |
We invite guests on our first and third Sunday of the summer months. We were very pleased to have over 100 guests sign our register during Leaf River Daze week-end. The bake sale and the garage sale were very well attended. There was lots of fun at the horseshoe competition on Saturday morning at 8:00 a.m. |
With the Veterans Flag Memorial that is planned on the grounds, we may find more visitors coming inside the museum also. We would like to be open more days, but we will need more help to do so. Give us a suggestions, come as a guest or come as a helper and enjoy the artifacts and "memories" at the Leaf River Historical Museum. |
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Contents: |
Editor's column.....................................1 |
Legal Statements..................................2 |
Genealogy.............................................3 |
Membership application.......................4 |
Vintage Cameras..................................5 |
Flag Day................................................6 |
Old Timer's & Board games................7 |
Flagpole memorial................................8 |
Advertisers...........................................9 |
HAPPENINGS |
Mission Statement ___________________________ |
The mission statement of the Leaf River Historical Society & Museum is to collect, research, preserve, display and make available for study, historical documents, photographs, antiques and other items of interest to residents of Leaf River and out-of-town visitors. |
Officers for 2009 |
~ Chuck Snyder / President |
~ Paul Detmer / Vice President |
~ Lois Yocum / Secretary |
~ Kathleen Zellers / Treasurer |
Some Items in the Museum's Collection: |
Local area maps, photos & other documents |
Many trophies |
Military books and equipment |
Farm implements |
Antique Cameras |
Railroad |
China |
The Leaf River Museum is open on the first and third Sunday of each month, from mid-April to September, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. |
Religious |
School classroom |
Household |
Reference books |
Musical instruments |
Board meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 3 p.m. in the Museum during warm weather and in the Bertolet Memorial Building during cold weather. All are invited to attend. |
Our newsletters will soon be posted on the Leaf River Web site, thanks to Dave Zellers: |
Address corrections and submissions Contact: Paul Detmer Phone: 815-738-2827 |
Happenings is published quarterly by the Leaf River Historical Society Museum, PO Box 32, Leaf River, IL. 61047-0032. Happenings is distributed free to members. * |
Officers and Directors serve without pay. Our next meeting will be held at the Museum on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. Please try to attend. * |
The Leaf River Historical Society and Museum is a non-profit organization. Your gifts is tax deductible as allowed by law. * |
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APPLICATION FOR LIFE MEMBERSHIP |
Friend: = 200.00 |
Patron: = 500.00 |
Benefactor: = 1,000.00 |
Name:_________________________________________________________________ |
Street Address:__________________________________________________________ |
City:_________________________State:___________________Zip:_________-_____ |
Please make checks payable to: Leaf River Historical Society |
MAIL TO: Leaf River Historical Society & Museum PO Box 32, Leaf River, IL., 61047-0032 |
APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP ANNUAL / RENEWAL |
_________New |
_________Renewal |
____$15 one person, one year |
___$25 one family, one year |
___$5 one student (through Senior HS) one year |
Name:_________________________________________________________________ |
Street Address:__________________________________________________________ |
City:_________________________State:___________________Zip:_________-_____ |
Please make checks payable to: Leaf River Historical Society |
MAIL TO: Leaf River Historical Society & Museum PO Box 32, Leaf River, IL., 61047-0032 |
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HAPPENINGS |
Vintage Cameras |
Family photos are the possessions we treasure most. They capture a memory to enjoy again and again. They may be of a place we visited, a favorite friend we knew or family members. Some will show happy times shared with loved ones-- birthday, weddings, and the homes we lived in. A car in the photo will sometimes date the year of the family vacation. Saved photos capture moments in time, and preserve them for years to come. |
We have a nice display of cameras in our showcase at the museum. We have numerous photos and articles that were captured by vintage cameras. |
Friends and members have supplied us with recognizable images of the early Leaf River area and early persons living here. It is exciting to still receieve more of these images at the museum today. We ar happy to display them for your enjoyment when you visit the museum. |
The cameras used for many of the vintage photos may have been taken with a cheap box camera by someone with no special photographic skill. As a new advanced technology became available, new cameras of all sizes and brands captured our "memories" through the years. Perhaps you will see one that you have used in our display. Berniece Davis * |
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Flag Day, June 14, 2009 |
Members of the Jerry Wickam Post 1148 and the American Legion Auxiliary, as well as the Leaf River Lions Club, met at the Cliff Hartje Pavillion, in the newly named Point-of-Interest in Leaf River called "Veterans Memorial Park" to honor "Old Glory" by properly disposing of tattered flags. The weather was perfect for this event; we all enjoyed the picnic and camaraderie. The same day, members placed flags (approximately 200) all along Third St. (Illinois Route 72). * |
Treasure Sales |
We are now accepting your donations, which are tax deductible, of small, good quality items, i.e. books, antiques, collectables, tools, and household accessories. Receipts are available upon request. |
Genealogy |
We have information on a few families that might help your search. We also have many old Birth Certificates dating from 1880-1950. Mostly, Dr. Hugh Bowerman's deliveries. These certificates are posted in alphabetical order in notebooks; which makes it easy to search. You might find the Mother's maiden name, ages, dates of someone you could be searching for. We have a smaller amount of Death Certificates from this same time era. Here you could find the cause of death. So come in and browse around; you might find the information you have been looking for. * Kathleen Zellers |
These items may become a museum accessions, or be included in our treasure sales. Please attend our treasure sales, at the museum, during Leaf River Daze, and on Sundays when the museum is open. Thank you for your continued support. Please contact your friends who are members or call: * 815-738-2827 Paul Detmer 815-738-2326 Chuck Snyder |
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HAPPENINGS |
Old Timer's Game |
A large crowd was in attendance at the Leaf River High School's 35th annual Alumni night, on March 7, 2009. The classes of 1959 and 1984 were honored guests. |
Activities began witha volleyball game at 5 o'clock. Food was available in the cafeteria for all in attendance. Some local organizations had items displayed for viewing and raffle items to win. |
The Alumni Band, directed by Sid Anderson, entertained the crowd to begin the program. A spirited singing of the Leaf River Loyalty song by all, brought back memories for the many classes represented. Presentation of the colors by the Jerry Wickam Post 1148 was followed by the singing of the National Anthem. |
The honored guests were introduced and called forward to receive a flower and gift. A special tribute to Ardis Kump-- a member of the class of 1959 class. Was given a standing ovation for her services in organizing this event for many years. She was presented with flowers and a decorated cake. Many thanks are due her and her committee for a very special evening. |
The Leaf River Museum has numerous school memorabilia items. There are memory programs of classes that have celebrated 25 and 50 years reunions, as well as complete annuals. Music, sports, FFA trophies and also photos of classes and school events have "overflowed" the School Room. More can be viewed in the basement area. Goblets and programs of school proms fill the show case. We invite guests to visit these school items as well as the numerous other donated and on-loan items of Leaf River area you will find at our museum. * Berniece Davis |
Old Fashioned Board Games |
Played at the museum on days we are open: Checkers, Dominoes, Monopoly, Chess or bring your own favorite. Open to the public free of charge on the 1rst and 3rd Sundays of each month. Located in Veterans Memorial Park 201 E. Third St. Leaf River, IL. 61047 |
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