The Benton Dispatch

Trivia

John Adams was originally chosen to draft the Declaration of Independence. Why did Thomas Jefferson write the draft instead of John Adams??

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Speaker Billy D. Day

The David Benton Chapter members that have had military experience are becoming guest speakers at our meeting. What they are doing is talking about the time in the military. Beginning when they first entered the service until the time they were discharged. During the presentation they are covering areas of where and when they served. The first speaker was Billy D. Day and he told us about his experience with the missiles and the U S Army missile program during World War II.

Patriot William Jackson

William Jackson was born about 1760 and died in 1846 in Fayette County, Indiana. He married Abigail Gillum about 1780 in Wilkes County, North Carolina and his wife Abigail was born about 1765 and died after 1847 in Rush County, Indiana.

William and Abigail moved to Fayette County prior to 1830 and had property in Posey Township Sec 22 right on the Rush/Fayette County line.

He served as a private in the North Carolina Troops about the time of the Battle for Guilford Courthouse. His proof of services is on a Certificate of Service from the North Carolina Historical Commission.

My Compatriots are James Jackson Jr. and James Jackson III

Trivia Answer:

John Adams was not liked by the people that were involved, and that is how Thomas Jefferson was actually selected

Upcoming Events

Indiana Society of the American Revolution

March 8^th2007

The Paul Revere Chapter, DAR

Has scheduled its annual awards ceremony for Thursday, 8 march, at 7:00 PM. Event is being held in the lower level of First Presbyterian Church, 1400 Riverside Ave., Muncie, Indiana

SAR POC –

G. Thomas Schnuck, tkschnuck@comcast.net

March 17^th2007

March in the St Pat's Day Parade

Watch Earl either scoop poop, or do the sword dance. Muster at the Scottish Rite parking lot at 10:30. Parade starts at 11:00. Times may change. Final details will be posted later. Please let me know if you plan to attend. sar.stuart@gmail.com

April 21st2007
Indiana Society SAR Spring Meeting

Spring Mill State Park
Mitchell, Indiana
Details forthcoming

April 28^th2007

Bethel DAR New Chapter Reception

The new DAR chapter, Bethel, is holding their "get acquainted" reception for all DAR chapters in their district. This is protocol for new DAR chapters to do. They want it to be a "First Class" affair (and we help make it that way).
Muster at 1:15 at St. John's Lutheran Church 6630 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis (just west of Five Points Road). Parking will be behind the church. The event will begin at 2:00 in the new chapel, with reception following adjacent to the chapel. The opening program will be short.
We will: (1) March in to organ music, (2) Use their American flag, (3) Carry additional flags for pageantry, (4) then prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, Singing of National Anthem, & DAR pledge. Reception follows.

There may be up to 100 DAR members present, and the local newspaper (Wannamaker "The Informer") is invited.

Please let me know if you can participate. sar.stuart@gmail.com

April 29^th2007

Lawrence County History Fest, Murray Park, Bedford

Date: Sunday, 29 April
Where: Murray Park, Bedford, Indiana (IN37 - east on IN58 to Stalker School – turn left and follow signs)
Time: Set up: 1100 E.D.T.
Step: 1200-1700 E.D.T.
Task: Set up an information table to answer questions on history, uniforms, the SAR, etc.
Contact: Bob Howell (812) 278-7007 or howell1938@hpcisp.com if you can participate.
Note: The Lawrence Co History Fest is dedicated to honoring and preserving our Indiana heritage. There will be battle reenactments, military encampments from the Revolutionary War to WW II, antique farm & machinery show, Civil War dancing, crafts, etc.

The Indiana DAR will have their annual meeting and banquet at the Marriott East in Indianapolis. They plan to have CAR youth participate in this year's color guard.

Details pending.

Location: Marriott East, Indianapolis, Indiana
Date: May 5th2007, Saturday
Muster: 5:00 PM
Step: 6:00 PM
Task: Post Colors

POC: Steve Oberlin soberlin@inssar.org

May 12^th2007

Patriot Thomas Cook (1756-1844) Grave Dedication, Sandcreek Friends Cemetery, Azalia, Indiana
Date: Saturday, 12 May
Time: Muster: 1000 E.D.T.
Step: 1100 E.D.T.
Task: Patriot Grave Dedication
Contact: R. D. Howell, Sr. (812) 278-7007 or howell1938@hpcisp.com, or
James Jackson, Jr., (812) 372-2217 or proudveteran1941@comcast.net
Note: Directions to Sandcreek Friends Cemetery:
a. From Columbus - south on US31 toward Seymour to County 650S, west on 650S to cemetery.
b. From Seymour - north on US31 toward Columbus, pass through Azalia, at County 650S, west on 650S cemetery..
c. From I-65 - take the SR58 Walesboro Exit and go east about 3.5 miles to US31, turn south to 650S, west on 650S to cemetery.

May 12^th2007

Memorial Services 3 Patriots

The Clarence A. Cook Chapter is hosting grave ceremonies for three prominent Hoosier compatriots. Bronze SAR markers will be presented to the burial sites of Benjamin Harrison, William English and Clarence A. Cook.

Location: Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana
Date: May 12th2007
Time: TBD
Task: Grave marking ceremony. Details upcoming.

POC: Stuart Hart sar.stuart@gmail.com

May 19th2007

Heritage Days Parade, Harrodsburg

Time: Muster: 1300 E.D.T. on West Popcorn Road by Bennett Lane
Step: 1400 E.D.T.
Task: Present the Colors
Contact: R. D. Howell, Sr. (812) 278-7007 or howell1938@hpcisp.com

May 26^th & 27^th 2007

Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous, George Rogers Clark Historical Park, Vincennes, IN
Dates: Saturday, 26 May, and Sunday, 27 May
Where: George Rogers Clark National Historical Park, 401 South 2nd, Vincennes, Indiana
Time: 0900 to 1700 C.D.T. (times approximate)
Task: Educate attendees regarding the SAR and encourage recruitment.
Contact: Bob Howell (812) 278-7007 or howell1938@hpcisp.com if you can participate.
Note: Recruiting tent will be set up at or near the Park HQ flagpole. ALL Compatriots are encouraged to participate. Uniforms are desired (NO polyester – NPS requirement). Those without uniforms may wear appropriate civilian attire. We need maximum of 3-4 Compatriots on Saturday to minimize any conflict with 500 Festival Parade, if the Color Guard’s entry is accepted, and any number on Sunday.

May 26^th2007

**THIS IS A TENTATIVE EVENT**

Join Cook Chapter Compatriot Andy Townsend and his family to dedicate a new military headstone for his patriot ancestor, William Townsend.

Location: Morgan County, near Martinsville, Indiana
Date: May 26th2007
Time: TBD
POC: Steve Oberlin soberlin@inssar.org

Arrive in time to eat (around noon) a free meal. Step at 1:30 to raise the flag and salute veterans. Musket salute is included. Location is 8129 Mitthoeffer Rd. in the Acton, IN area. Map will be sent to attending participants. Please let me know if you can participate. sar.stuart@gmail.com

Point of contact David Benton Chapter, SAR

James Harvey, j4im@yahoo.com

We will gladly answer any questions you have or assist you in becoming a member of the SAR.

Point of contact for Benton Dispatch

Jim Jackson

proudveteran1941@comcast.net