Log_web - Comox Legion Branch 160

TW Volume IV
Edition 9
September 27, 2014
OCTOBER 2014
Central Vancouver Island Zone
Comox Branch No. 160
1825 Comox Avenue
Comox, BC V9M 3M3
In the Heart of
Downtown Comox
BRANCH & LA OFFICERS
BRANCH OFFICERS
President
1st Vice
2nd Vice
Secretary
Treasurer
Past President
Stu McKinnon
Ernie Mills
Ernie Stefanik
Claude Bédard
Gillian Iddiols
John Paulin
EXECUTIVE
Bill Beaudin
Kacklyn Davis
Norma Hanson
Don Sinnema
Dave Willington
Don Davis
Val Greenlaw
Dave Parkin
Rod Verchere
LA OFFICERS
President
Eileen Paulin
1st Vice
Pat Verchere
nd
2 Vice
Gail Gustafson
Secretary
Jasia Cocking
Treasurer
De Fredrickson
Past President
Edythe Erickson
House
Barb Waugh
Bingo
Mary Donner
Social Services
Pat Johnston
Membership
Amy Heal
Ways & Means
Eve Bechdoldt
Sgt-at-Arms
Lil Smith
Catering
BRANCH COMMITTEE CHAIRS & APPOINTMENTS
Finance
Gillian Iddiols
Sick & Visiting
Gillian Iddiols
Building
Ernie Stefanik
Honors/Awards John Paulin
Sports
Dave Willington
Poppy/Bursary
Don Sinnema
Meat Draw
Jaclyn Davis
Entertainment
Rod Verchere
Bar & Gaming Dave Parkin
Membership &
Youth
Publicity
Log
Sgt-at-Arms
Service Officer
Photographer
Padre
Curator
Val Greenlaw
Norma Hanson
Claude Bédard
Gerry Maillet
Victoria Coffey
Al Cameron
Rev Matthew Lucas
Dave Kelly
BRANCH STAFF
Jasia Cocking
Secretary Manager
Joanne Penney
Head Bartender
EDITOR’S NOTES:
All articles for The Log should be with the Editor by the 20th of the month.
Photos must include a short description of the event c/w the names of the
persons in the photograph. Send submissions in word, excel, outlook, pdf, odt
or jpeg format to the Editor by email at t.w.smith@shaw.ca.
If you need assistance with your submission or do not have access to a
computer please call the Editor at 250 339-1706.
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PRESIDENT’S RAMBLINGS
There isn’t much to ramble on about this time as it was fairly quiet around
the Branch.
I attended the Battle of Britain on the 14th of Sept with the LA President
and our Past President in the colour party.
The Zone meeting is scheduled for the 21st in Lantzville.
The 75th Anniversary of the Br was on the 13th of Sept but the dinner is on
the 27th because of scheduling. At the time of writing tickets are at the
bar, free for Members, $10 for Spouse/Guests.
On the 29th of Sept I am going on a holiday to Nova Scotia, N.B. and
North Bay, so the VP’s are in charge of all decisions. I am returning on
the 15th of Oct. Hope you don’t miss me too much. The only thing I can
promise you guys is I’m going to get my fill of lobster, clams and scallops.
Rod Verchere, Ernie Stefanik, John Paulin and myself did a hamburger,
hot dog, pop, and cookie night at the Spit for the Cadet’s first night back
from summer. They said it was the first time anybody had done that for
them. They all seemed to really enjoy it!
Stu McKinnon President
COMPUTER CORNER – Email Account Hacking
I have covered this topic in the past, but, it keeps happening.
In recent weeks, several users have been hit with email password hacking.
Email hacking is
a process where one accesses your email account and starts sending
malware or inappropriate
messages to everyone (in your addressbook) from your account. It can
become very annoying.
So, here are a few steps to prevent this.
− Be smart with your password: Ideally, it shouldn't be a word found
in a dictionary. And don't choose an obvious security-question
answer, like your mother's maiden name. The longer the password,
the better. Use a combination of numbers, lowercase, uppercase
and special characters such as “&%$#*!”
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− Don't open attachments or click on links from unknown sources:
Keep antivirus and browser software updated — don't hit Ignore
when those update reminders pop up.
What to do when someone has hacked your account.
You should access your account right away and change the password to a
totally different one by following the above mentioned rules. Sometimes,
hackers will have changed your password for you which would prevent
you from accessing your account. In this case, click on the feature called
“Forgot my password” and follow the mail provider's instructions.
Send your questions/comments at bccomox@gmail.com
Jacques
THE CURATOR’s CORNER............by Dave Kelly
Summer is over and we have quite a number of RCL ribbons from a
number of Legion branches from comrades who visited them. 12 ribbons
were donated and 5 are new to our collection:
! From an unknown donor, Branch 33, Bridgetown, N.S.;
! From me from my visit to NFLD, the following;
! Branch 10, Portugal Cove-St. Phillips;
! Branch 18, Bell Island;
! Branch 64, Holyrood;
! Branch 64, Conception Bay, Central Newfoundland, 40th
Anniversary.
Our collection now stands over 500 different types with 365
different branches.
Donations of memorabilia etc. follows:
! From Comrade Brian O’Cain, magazines including Vietnam and
D-Day 70th anniversary.
! From Comrade Norma Hanson, 5 Magazines titled Canada’s Red
Hackle, the Black Watch and also 2 titled VP, Princess Patricia’s
Canadian Light Infantry.
A lot of interesting reading here. They are all available for your
reading pleasure.
! From the family of Comrade Sidney R. Belsom, 2 different RCL
berets, 2 RCL medals and 10 pins. 8 pins are for years of
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membership. The last one is for 60 years. I will put these in a
shadow box and place it in the Memorial Room.
! From Comrade John Purdy, who recovered and repaired the clock
from the wheelhouse of the Melonape. I will try to place it near
the Melanope ship’s bell.
! From Comrade Bill Murray of the RCNA, a large print depicting
The British Columbia Centenary Naval Review by H.R.H. Princess
Margaret, Esquimalt Harbour, the July 15, 1958.
I will frame this and place it in the Navy Room.
Our thanks go to all these donors.
A SPECIAL NOTE
I was approached to find a picture with a write-up of a very tall Nazi
soldier with a smaller British soldier that was given by the owner to
someone at her apartment who said they were from the Comox Legion.
She wants this picture and write-up returned as it has personal values. I
was never given this picture and cannot find out who this mysterious
Comox Legion member?? is. If you have any information regarding this
issue, please let me know ASAP.
My phone 250 338 6181.
Fairwinds...............Dave
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - EARLY BIRD SALES
I put up a new notice and one on each main doors to ask for volunteers
for Friday and Saturdays only as Joanne says that the bartenders can
handle Sunday through Thursday, but Fridays and Saturdays are very busy
as you know with the Meat Draw on Friday and the Meat Draw and Ace
of Spades on Saturday, so I’ve asked for coverage for those last two days.
I did last Saturday and had a good day and I hope that I get a few
volunteers, thanks ......... Val
2014 BRANCH GOLF WIND-UP
28 Golfers took to the greens of Longlands on the last day of summer.
Playing a 9 hole, blind draw doubles and best ball format, Reg Garnet had
his name etched on the trophy along with his partner Gillian Iddiols. For
Reg, this was his second big win at the Branch golf having had his and
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John Davies’s name recorded on the inaugural “Myrna Cooley Memorial”
trophy.
Reg and Gillian recorded a 28 for the par 3 course.
After a count back for 2nd spot, Mark Miller and Matt French edged out
Frances Wright and Victor Simonson, both with a round of 29.
Most honest award went to Shea Alexander (our smiling bar tender) and
her partner Steve Palcha (I promised not to announce there score).
Closes to the pin for the Ladies was Gillian Iddiols, with Victor Simonson
for the men.
Thanks to our sponsors, Labatt’s and Pacific Western Breweries, Comox
Valley Nissan, Brian Rice Toyota and Slegg lumber. And, not to forget our
member Joe Cummings who supplied additional items. Their support
enabled all participants to receive a prize for their efforts.
Thanks to Longlands Golf who had graciously accommodated us on our
monthly tournaments and for the passes they donated.
Many thanks go to Vicky Willington and Hank Fortin for a wonderful
steak lunch and apple crumble desert, also, to Tracy Lutley, who did an
amazing job of clean up after.
For those interested there is a set of lightly used clubs in a retro Coca Cola
bag being raffled of in the lounge, draw date October 18th.
REMEMBRANCE DAY PARADE
Remembrance day is fast approaching and we are in desperate need ablebodied people to carry flags on our parade. You do not need a uniform.
Dress appropriate with medals, if you have them, is just fine
Flags, slings and white gloves will be available in the upper hall from 0900
to 1000 hrs. I would ask that everyone be formed up at the marshaling
area by 1030. I would like to see all 22 flags carried by Veterans and
Legion Members We do have see through raincoats available for parade
personal, if required, but I have ordered clear skies for the day so we will
not require them! (I Hope)
A sign up sheet will be available on the notice board in the lounge on the
1st of October or call our office at 250-339-2022 and leave your name.
Thank You
Gerry Maillet, Sgt at Arms Branch 160 Comox
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LADIES EUCHRE
Do you like to play euchre? Come join a friendly group who play
Monday afternoons, Upper Hall Legion start time is 1:30 pm, cost $2.00
1st week $1.00 thereafter, plus 50/50 draw - $1.00
Prizes and most of the money goes back in May to fund our banquet
Laura Grierson, Convenor
1ST POPPY PRESENTATION
BC/YUKON COMMAND
The Royal Canadian Legion
#101 17618 58 Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 1L3
Phone (1) 604-575-8840 - Fax (1) 604-575-8820
info@legionbcyukon.ca or visit us at www.legionbcyukon.ca
September 25, 2014
TO:
All Branches
For Information of Members of Command Executive
Council
FROM:
Joanne Henderson, Poppy Fund Coordinator
SUBJECT: Presentation of First Poppy
Memo #112.14
Presentation of the First Poppy will occur at 3:00 pm on October 21st,
2014 to the Governor General of Canada.
On Tuesday October 28th at 10:00 am, the First Poppy in British Columbia
will be presented to British Columbia’s Lieutenant Governor.
In accordance with The General By-Laws, Subsection 1101.d, Provincial
Commands and Branches may organize their own First Poppy
presentations to local Government Authorities/Mayors any time after
11:00 am on October 28th 2014. Please ensure the proper protocol is
followed in your community when scheduling Poppy Presentations to
Mayors and Councils.
Distribution of the Poppies to the public may commence on Friday
October 31st, 2014, which is the official opening of the 2014 campaign.
The Poppy Campaign concludes on 11th November 2014.
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VISITORS
Branch # 160 would like to thank all the visitors to the Branch and hope
you had an enjoyable experience. These are the notable and far away
visitors who enjoyed our comradeship in September 2014:
Don Croft
Ranata Wolff
F & M Schofield
Eric Aase
M Atkinson
Ed Thorpe
D Panidin
Ede Hollenhead
Larry Thomas
Frank Sharma
Clint Wall
Helen Pough
J Langley
Helen Smith
D Cortice
Salmon Arm BC
Hamburg Germany
Br 77 Lakefield ON
Quadra Is BC
Brandon MB
Br 240 Surrey BC
Br 118 N Van BC
Br 118 N Van BC
Coquitlam BC
Aukland NZ
Kelowna BC
Princeton BC
Br 133 P Coquitlam BC
Perth Scotland
Calgary AB
Ben Gattner
J McCullough
Rod Zeigler
Patrick Gillis
Leo Quinlan
D Kohne
Jane Recall
Renith Appleby
Marlene Thomas
S Martin
Gord/Roz Renie
Ross-Smith
Deb Barleo
Heather Campbell
Br 62 Salmon Arm BC
Trenton ON
Br57 Baddock NS
Barrie ON
Bradford ON
Br 30 Vancouver BC
Br 118 N Van BC
Vancouver BC
Coquitlam BC
Victoria BC
Br 39 Vegreville AB
Br 239 Pender Is BC
Maple Ridge BC
Glasgow Scotland
** All visitors in the above list are taken from the “Sign In” book located
at the front door. If any names are misspelt, omitted, or the Branch
number is incorrect, please accept our apologies, as this is what was
interpreted when we made the list. Thanks. TW
NAVY DAY
Location:
Navy Room
Branch 160 Comox
Date:
Sunday October 5th
Time:
1300 hrs (1:00PM)
Host:
Royal Canadian
Navy Association,
Comox Valley Branch
Lunch:
Will be served
For more information contact:
Don Knight, 250 339-5498, or dknight@telus.net
Open invitation to all retired and serving RCN, Merchant Navy, retired
and serving USN Commonwealth Navies and Wannabe’s.
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LAST POST
They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old; age
shall not weary them nor the years condemn. At the going
down of the sun and in the morning we will remember
them. We will remember them.
VETERANS
Oscar Knudson
Al Taylor
MEMBER
Wayne Torrans
WHAT’S UP
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Early Bird Membership Sales in the Lounge
Remembrance Day Preparations Sign up Sheet for Colour Parade
October 5th:
Navy Day
October 2nd:
LA Executive Meeting
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October 8 :
Branch Executive Meeting 7:30 PM
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October 9 :
LA General Meeting
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October 17 :
Branch General Meeting 7:00 PM
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October 17 :
Posting of the 2015 Nominations
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October 31 :
Halloween Party
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MEAT DRAW
October Schedule
Friday October 3 Ernie Mills & Jackie Davis
Saturday October 4th Gillian & Dave Iddiols
Friday October 10th Val Greenlaw & Partner
Saturday October 11th Claude Bedard
Friday October 17th Ernie Mills & Lil Smith
Saturday October 18th Gerry Maillet
Friday October 24th Paul Ellegood & Tim Ackerman
Saturday October 25th Terry Smith & John Davis
Friday October 31st Pete & Linda Marinus
Any inquiries or problems call Jaclyn Davis at 250 334-3345.
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BRANCH 160 CRIB PLAYOFFS
Sunday, October 19th
10:00 a.m. in the lounge
Doubles followed by singles.
Team playoff if required.
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Sports Raffle.
Lightly used Golf clubs, in a
retro Cocoa Cola bag.
Lots of extras, not shown.
Tickets $2.00 each or
3 for $5.00
Draw date October 18 th
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – LA BINGO
Bingo Workers
The Ladies Auxiliary is looking for workers for the Monday night
bingo. All money raised is donated to Veterans and Community
Programs.
Please consider coming out and lending a hand. No experience
necessary!
SICK & VISITING
If you know of any member or veteran who needs assistance or would
appreciate a visit please notify the Sick & Visiting Committee. They can be
reached at the Branch Office. 250 339-2022.
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FIXED EVENTS WITHIN THE BRANCH
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
! Last Sunday Dine/Dance - Upper Hall/Lounge 2:00
to 6:00 PM
! 3rd Sunday Euchre - Lounge 1:00 PM
! Ladies Euchre - Upper Hall 1:30 PM
! Pull Tab Draw – Lounge 4:00 PM
! L.A. Drop-in Bingo - Upper Hall 7:00 PM
! Line Dancing - Lounge 7:00 PM
! Men’s Darts League - Lounge (Sep to Apr) 7:30 PM
! Mixed Dart League - Upper Hall 7:30 PM
! Ladies Crib League - Lounge 7:30 PM
! Mixed Pub League Darts – Lounge (Sep to Apr) 7:30
PM
! Beer & Burger – Lounge 5:00 PM
! 2nd Wednesday Branch Executive Meeting – Upper
Hall 7:30 PM
! Ladies Dart League - Lounge (Sep to Apr) 7:30 PM
! Drop-in Darts – Lounge (May to Aug) 7:00 PM
! NVI Cribbage League - Lounge 7:30 PM
! 1st Thursday L.A. Executive Meeting - Upper Hall
7:00 PM
! 2nd Thursday L.A. General Meeting - Upper Hall
7:00 PM
! 3rd Thursday L.A. Soup/Sandwich Lunch - Upper
Hall 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
! 3rd Thursday Branch General Meeting - Upper Hall
7:00 PM
! Men’s Pub League Darts - Lounge (Sep to Apr) 7:30
PM
! Meat Draw - Lounge 3:00 PM
! Drop-in Darts – Lounge (Sep to Apr) 7:00 PM
! Meat Draw - Lounge 3:00 PM
! Ace of Spades Draw - Lounge 6:00 PM
! Gucci Cards - Lounge 7:00 PM
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E N T E R T A I N M E N T
FRIDAY OCTOBER 24th – DINNER SHOW
“STEVE ELLIOT IS ELVIS” @ 9:00 PM
Doors open 5:30 PM
Octoberfest German Fare @ 6:00 PM
$25.00/person
Tickets available at the Bar till closing time October 22nd.
SUNDAY OCTOBER 26th – DANCE
Dance to “DOUBLE PLAY”
2:00 – 6:00 PM in the Lounge
NO COVER CHARGE
FRIDAY OCTOBER 31st – HALLOWEEN PARTY
Dance to “CROSSTOWN EXPRESS” @ 7:30 PM
Join in the fun lots of prizes!!!!
NO COVER CHARGE
WEDNESDAY - BEER & BURGER NITES
$10.00/person – October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th; 5:00 to 6:30 PM.
**Please check @ the Bar for cancellations/time changes, etc
Contact Jasia Cocking for Hall Rentals/Special Events
Office Hours: Monday – Friday - 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Telephone/Fax: 250 339-2022;
Email: rcl.comox.branch160@shaw.ca; Website: www.comoxlegion.ca
Ladies Auxiliary Catering –250 339-2022
SERVICE OFFICER, BRANCH 160
Telephone: 250 339-7697
FREE WIFI
Network Name:
cx160
Password:
comox160-2
LOUNGE HOURS OF OPERATION
MONDAY TO SATURDAY - 11:00 AM TO MIDNIGHT
SUNDAY - NOON TO 5:00 PM
Telephone: 250 339-2112
[Unless non-usage requires that the bartender closes early]
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