Next Meeting Monday, Nov 23, 98
Rotary International Foundation
Greeters: Daphne Dumont/Tom DeBlois, Jr.

President's Message

First a thank you to all who organized and took part in last week's program. It was especially fitting that we honour our own members who have served with distinction during the wars. This program continues to be a highlight of Remembrance activities in the province.

Are You Doing Your Part

Rotary is a Service Club and as a member each Rotarian is expected to help meet that service obligation. That means taking an active part in the community service work we do. Our club goes even father in requesting that each member serve on at least one Rotary committee, and that means more than having your name on the list. I am concerned that a number of committees report that some members who are listed as committee members don't take any active part in the work of the committee. This is of course unfair to the rest of the committee membership and to the other members of the Club. It also raises questions about the commitment of individual Rotarians to the Four Way Test. Over the years we have asked for members to state which committee they want to serve on, other years they have been assigned. But the bottom line is the responsibility to do your part as a member of this service club. Members should make sure they are contributing to the work of Rotary by being an active member on at least one committee, and yes there are quite a number that are active on several committees.

Rotary International has established strict criteria for attendance at meetings, but a Rotarian who is very active on a committee can't always attend club meetings. Under the present system they are placed at a disadvantage to the member who is great to attend the club meetings but does not do committee work. RI will be making some adjustment to permit some service work to count for attendance. Our club is also looking at this issue in an effort to balance the desire for attendance with the desire for active service work. Any suggestions you have would be welcomed by the Attendance committee.

One thing I would like to do is come up with some projects we could take on that involve more hands on work and less money raising. The Salvation Army have asked us to consider 'Adopt a Kettle". We would take over the supervision of the donation kettle at one location for a day, week or the entire Christmas season - November 19 to December 24. Rotarians could work alone or on a team. The Salvation Army also operates "Adopt a Family" at Christmas. We would provide a dinner and gifts. We will have to make a decision on this today.

Our gratitude for this thoughtful gesture in recognizing the Rotarian Veterans of our club. Thank you for making this event a memorable experience."

President Moe thanked all for their cooperation and the work which went into organizing this event.

Chair Jim Hogan thanked the two RCMP officers who were present for the ceremonies. Jim thanked them and said it was great to have their participation here. Both RCMPs are members of the Rotary Club of Hillsborough.

Foster Fisher paid tribute to chair Jim. Fos emphasized that Jim's motivation is in helping others, not in receiving praise Jim served in the war for over 6 years. In 1943 he was promoted to Sergeant Major in Winnipeg. Jim remained on the offence until cease fire on May 9, 1945. Since 1946 Jim has been very active in the social fabric of PEI. He has received numerous awards of recognition, including Summerside's Citizen of the Year award in 1981 and recently the Governor General's Caring Award. A special plaque marking his contributions as a veteran and to the remembrance day program was presented to Jim by Lt. Governor Gilbert Clement.

Thank you from Jim - Jim thanked Fos for his remarks, to all the committee members, to all Rotarians and to his family. Jim extended special thanks to Lou Pantry for his role in the program and to the almighty God for a good life.

Congratulatory letters - Mark Robertson read letters from Jim's children and his family in honor of Jim. The messages said that Jim is an inspiration to all.

Jim thanked the family and to all who contributed to the success of this program this year and last year.

Co-Chair Tom DeBlois Jr. in thanking the speaker, Hon. Angus MacLean said that today is truly a memorable day. He thanked him for the remarkable stories and humility. Tom said he is a legend of our time. We have been gifted with this legend and we salute you Mr. MacLean for your past contributions. He thanked the Premier, Lt. Governor and saluted the veterans of the Charlottetown Club. Tom said that Jim has already thanked Lou Pantry ,Fr. Leddy and others. Finally Tom said that it was a pleasure to be associated with Jim Hogan, PEI Community and the Charlottetown Rotary Club. It was great to see our hero Jim being recognized today.

Attendance was 73.7% and there were no Scooter.

Makeups to Nov 9 - Walter Cox, Tom DeBlois, Jr., Stu Drummond (2), Kim Griffin, Rundel Seaman, Jim Cumming, Umesh Gupta (2), Fred Morash (2), Gaie Woodside.

Bulletin Board

Birthdays

Nov 17 Wayne Hambly
Nov 17 Craig Sulis
Nov 20 Dan Jenkins
Nov 21 Richard Martin

Many happy returns - Remember the Foundation, and don't forget to renew your drivers license.

Anniversaries

Nov 16 Craig & Cheryl Thompson

Congratulations and Best Wishes to All.

Proposed New Members

The following person has been proposed for membership in the Rotary Club of Charlottetown:

Robert Hutchison
Classification: Clergy
Sponsor: Larry Saunders

If no written objections to the proposals, stating reasons are received by the Board from any member of the Club by Wednesday, Nov. 18 for Bob Hutchison in accordance with Article XI Section 5 of the Constitution, the prospective members shall be considered to be elected to the club. Any correspondence should be addressed to Membership Secretary Carl Bagnall.

From the Youth Exchange Committee
Yvonne Cartner, Chair

Rotary Youth Exchange Committee is looking for volunteers who may be interested in becoming a counsellor to incoming or outgoing exchange students. This is a one year commitment which offers you the opportunity to make a very special friend and watch a young person mature and grow as they move through the most exciting year of their life.

When the incoming student arrives they generally stay with their counsellor for the first four days and then move to their first host family. It is important that you have the time and skills to talk to the student and help them adjust to the challenges their year presents.

For the outgoing students they require a counsellor to help them prepare for their year abroad...presentations, passports, a healthy balance of expectations etc.

You would be part of the Exchange Committee and would receive lots of support.

For further information contact Yvonne Cartner 892 5979 or Peter MacDougald, 892-4231

Greeters

Today Bob Moffat Bob Younker
Next Week Daphne Dumont Tom Deblois, Jr.
Nov 30 Betty Praught Bev Homer
Dec 07 Bob Anderson Andy Humphrey
Dec 21 Andy Likely Wayne Fudge

If you are unable to act as Greeter on your appointed day, please make arrangements with another Rotarian to take your place.

Calendar Watch
Remember November is RI Foundation Month

Nov 16 Monthly Board Meeting - 5:30
Nov 23 Rotary International Foundation*
Nov 30 Island Success Story - Polar Foods, Garth Jenkins
Dec 07 Club's Annual Meeting
Nov 28 Rotary Auction
Dec 07 Club's Annual Meeting*
Dec 14 Annual Rotary Family Christmas Dinner*
Dec 21 Youth Exchange Rebounders/Sing-Song*

* Rotary Club of Charlottetown Meetings

Previous Meeting

The Nov. 9th meeting featured Remembrance Day programme with Honourable Angus MacLean as the day's speaker. Chair for the day was Jim Hogan and Tom DeBlois Jr. was the Co-chair.

Secretary's Report: Allan McLeod introduced 9 visiting Rotarians, 12 guests of Rotarians and 1 guest of Rotary.

Presentation of Certificates: Remembrance Day program meeting began with the presentation of certificates under the chairmanship of Jim Hogan, a veteran himself. Lou Pantry read the citation and certificates were handed out by Premier Pat Binns; the PEI 125th year special pins were presented by Honourable Angus MacLean. In all 6 certificates were presented to the PEI Branch, Amputations of Canada and to 24 veteran Rotarians of our Club.

Music: Rotarians were entertained by Kerry Wynne MacDonald with special war and war time songs.

President's Message: President Moe Rodgerson, on behalf of the Rotary Club of Charlottetown, welcomed all to the special Remembrance Day meeting. Moe said that the war veterans have done so much for their communities and for our country. Those who served bear the scars of war - both physically and mentally. Moe highly praised Jim Hogan and his committee and said that without their help it will not be possible to have a meeting of such stature. President Moe stressed that Rotary has its motto Service Above Self. Those who served in war time reflect that motto in a very special way. What greater example of service above self than to place your life on the line in armed conflict. Moe concluded by saying that veterans' efforts have made the world a safer place to live - we have accepted the torch, and we will hold it high. Thank you to all Veterans.

Lt. Governor's Message: the Honourable Gilbert Clements officially opened the Remembrance Day meeting. In his opening remarks he said "that it is a privilege to join you and I bring greetings from the Queen." A moment of silence on this day signifies remembering those who fought so we can live in peace and freedom. The sacrifices made by veterans and their acts of bravery will be remembered for ever in our hearts. We extend our gratitude to you who served in the Navy, Army, Air Force and the Merchant Navy.

His Honour asked Rotarians to wear a poppy with pride to mark respect for all those who died so we live at home in peace.

Premier's Message: In his opening remarks the Hon. Pat Binns, the PEI premier thanked the Rotary Club of Charlottetown, and in particular the organizing committee for presenting this program. Mr. Binns said that over the past few years many veterans who served in a variety of ways have been honored and their activities recognized through this program. Those who fought in the two world wars did so to "make the world safe for democracy" and you (veterans) achieved that goal. Today more than at any time in modern history democracy is the governing process of most countries of the world. The premier emphasized that the veterans who have experienced war up close, do not forget. At this time we remember those who died, not just for Canada, but for freedom. The Premier thanked the veterans for their service in war and for their continued devotion to community and country. He concluded by saying "may each of us accept the challenge to remember, and in remembering strive to honour you, and the ideals you successfully defended."

Laying of the Wreath: A moment of silence was observed in the memory of those who lost their lives. Father Leddy Doyle read a special prayer. Mrs. Pauline MacDonald laid the wreath. Pauline is the widow of the late Dan MacDonald, a double amputee and former Minister of Veteran Affairs.

Introduction of the Speaker: Jack Bigelow said it was an honour to introduce today's speaker, the Hon. Angus MacLean. Jack said Mr. MacLean is a great statesman in Canada as well as elsewhere. Mr. MacLean is a member of privy council, Order of Canada recipient, former PEI premier and recipient of numerous awards and honours. After he enlisted in the RCAF, bomber MacLean was shot down while flying over Holland. After 72 days, with the help of many, he traveled from the Netherlands to France and finally through the mountains to Spain and freedom. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross from King George V. Mr. MacLean retired from politics in 1981 and is very active in Island live.

Programme: In his opening remarks, the speaker, the Hon. Angus MacLean, former PEI premier, said that he was honoured to have been invited to participate in today's programme. Mr. MacLean commended the club for this initiative and extended his heartiest congratulations to the 24 war veterans members and the local Rotarians members of the War Amputations of Canada. On November 11, each year, we gather at cenotaphs and memorials in over 2000 cities, towns and villages throughout our wonderful country. Mr. MacLean said we honour the many Canadians who were killed in two world wars, in Korea and on peace keeping missions throughout the world. Less obvious on Remembrance Day is the truth that part of the major sacrifice which war demands is the sacrifice of the women left behind. Mr. MacLean said "most inspiring in my view are the war amps who have overcome their disabilities and in spite of them have achieved much and made great contributions to society. Some war veterans have conquered their disabilities so completely that they can joke about them.

The many freedoms and benefits we have are not automatic but are made possible by the sacrifices of the past. He concluded by saying that we should always strive to be worthy of the sacrifices made for us.

President Moe read a citation and a plaque was presented to the speaker, the Hon. Angus MacLean by the Premier and the Lt. Governor.

President of PEI War Amputations: Sterling MacAulay, President, on behalf of the PEI branch, thanked the Rotary Club members for honouring the war veterans. Special thank you was extended to Chair Jim Hogan and his committee for putting together today's fine programme.

He concluded by saying "thank you for having us here and thank you always."