|
Ahoy Shipmates,
Here it is just a little over 7 weeks until the reunion. We are busy trying to get all things ready in hope that this will be the best and most remembered reunion.
I would like to address several issues: (1) When calling and making reservations, you should tell them that you are with the Wheststone Association to assure yourself of the $84.00 rate (Please call and confirm (800) 582-8975). We receive lists of those attending and some that we are aware of are not listed; (2) We need you to make reservations for events you plan to attend and have them paid for by July 15. If you are planning on attending and haven't paid by July 15, please notify us immediately with events you are attending and number of people by phone (239/768-1449), e-mail (mgoble@mindspring.com) or mail (6200 Emerald Pines Circle, Ft Myers, FL 33912) as we must give numbers to the hotel. We must give hotel and tour group accurate numbers by July 15; (3) We are trying something different at this reunion by having a video taped which will be available on VCR and/or DVD. I have reviewed the format the company uses and feel it will be a great asset. If you are attending the reunion, it is important that you bring a photo of yourself when you were on the ship as a segment on the video will be "Then and Now;" There will also be segments from an 8 mm film that was done aboard the "Stone" included in the video; (4) We need to address the issue of people moving and not informing us of change of address. Each newsletter mailing, we receive approximately 10--15 back (which we have to pay for since we do a bulk mailing). As we do bulk 3rd Class mailing, the newsletters do not get forwarded as 1st Class mail does. It becomes very frustrating keeping the database up-to-date when so much effort is put into locating shipmates; (5) In this newsletter, we are including the entire muster list of located shipmates. Please note only rate, years aboard, name, city and state are listed. If you wish to contact someone, you will need to get in touch with me by either phone, e-mail or snail mail as we never give out phone numbers and street addresses without permission from the located shipmate; (6) Please come prepared to attend the business meeting and select the next reunion site.
I look forward to seeing you all in Hampton, VA and hope that we will have a great attendance and will spend many hours remembering times gone by. Until August, fair winds and smooth sailing.
Marion Goble (BT, 1963-66)
|
|
