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posted july 15, 2008
Ladies,
I have been approached by a couple of gentlemen that have expressed an interest in joining the PSRS. I believe it is time to encourage the male civilian impression as many of the Palmetto Battalion members are reaching a point where it makes more sense to do a civilian impression rather than a military one. This was brought up at the last staff meeting. Therefore, according to our by laws and in order to comply with the 45 day advance notice, I move to allow men to join the PSRS. We can either allow them to join as full members, associates or as a gentlemen's auxiliary; this is open for discussion. This will require some changes in the bylaws regarding wording.
Please let me know if you have any questions at skey@cbh.com
Respectfully submitted,
Sherry Key
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Thu 6/26/08 11:53 PM
Dear All,
On Friday, July 18, 2008, there will be a memorial service for Weary
Clyburn, a 'colored' Confederate soldier. It will be at 3:30 in
Monroe, NC. This link should give you the details. Everyone is
welcome to attend. Please spread the word. Holly Sheen
http://www.jamesmillerscv.org/index_files/Page480.htm
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Sunday, June 22, 2008 10:24 AM
Subject: Please forward, topic, Joining the Batallion
UNIT REPS.. PLEASE MAKE SURE ALL MEMBERS OF YOUR UNIT RECEIVE THIS. IT IS IMPORTANT!
Dear Ladies,
I attended the staff meeting for the Palmetto Battalion yesterday. Among the topics discussed was the importance of all re-enactors who attend events with the Battalion or sponsored by the Battalion to join the Battalion.
Now you may ask yourself, why should I pay $20.00 more in dues when I already pay dues to the PSRS and/or my unit (SCLA OR 13th or 23rd or 11th or 25th or whatever). The answer is INSURANCE. By joining the Battalion, in addition to your unit and/or the PSRS, you are covered by the insurance for $5000.00 Medical (for injury which occurs at an event) as well as Liability.
I don't have all the details in front of me but I am sending the Battalion Adjacent a note so I can get them.
So, here's the deal.
1. If you have joined the Battalion through another unit, please send me your name and the unit through which you joined. I will compile those into a list.
2. If you wish to join the Battalion through the PSRS, please send me a note and then mail me a check for $20.00. Since I am so late sending out this notice, I'll write one check and send it in by the Deadline (July 1). Request to join the Battalion received (just the I want to join note, not the check) after June 30 will be handled on a case by case basis.
3. If you don't want to join the Battalion ( it is not mandatory), then please drop me a line to tell me that.
IF YOU ARE CONFUSED.... WRITE OR CALL ME (803-469-0103 OR 803-778-2954) AND I WILL TRY TO EXPLAIN BETTER!
Friday, June 20, 2008 10:54 AM
Subject: Mens & Childrens special edition
Rena, would you send this for me? Thanks, Sherry Key.
Ladies, I have 4 extra copies of this. Cost is $2.50 (plus mailing costs if needed). Please late me know if you would like one.
Sherry Key.
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Monday, May 12, 2008 1:01 PM
Subject: summer meeting and other notes
Ladies,
Where did the spring go? For a while, it seemed that we had an event every other weekend and that the season was never going to end. But alas, for the most part, there are no more big events until this fall. In many ways, it was a great spring re-enacting season and I enjoyed most of the events (the exception was Sat. at the Columns) and all the people I was priviledged to share time and a campfire with.
I want to thank each of you that attended our last social/tea at BOC and beg your forgiveness for my tardiness. I was delighted to see some faces that had been absent for so long and to meet a few new ladies. The treats we shared were delicious and the friendship was even better.
The Summer PSRS Meeting will be held on Sat., June 14. 1:30 at the St. Andrews Branch of the Richland County Public Library. As much as I wanted to hold the meeting at the Relic Room, I discovered that the education room where we usually meet was being used for the special photography exbit the Relic Room is hosting. On the agenda for the Summer Meeting are Rules and Guidelines for Lady of The Year, Elections, and a discussion on the Fashion Show/Tea. All are invited and Officers and Unit Reps are expected to attend. As a special treat, The Relic Room has offered to set up a tour for us of the Photographic Exibit. I would like to do this but will only set it up if enough of you express your interest in going with me. Let me know soon.
Lynn Cogill and Jeannie Rucker are hosting a sewing workshop in early June. For once, I'll be able to attend since Darlington High's graduation is on Thursday instead of Friday night or Sat. as it has been for the last several years. If you are interested, contact Lynn or Jeannie for more details.
Back to the Summer Meeting. Nita Keisler suggested that we consider setting up a scholorship with funds from the Fashion Show/Tea. Sounds interesting and do able to me. Think it over and be ready to discuss. Don't think this is a good idea? Then suggest a better one at the June 14 meeting.
If you need directions to the St. Andrew's Library meeting site, go to http://www.richland.lib.sc.us/standrews.cfm and there is a map. It is easy to get to from either I-20 or I-26.
I know I'll see all of you there in fact I am so confident that I reserved the meeting room which will hold 50!
Until then,
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may 8, 2008
Good morning! Sorry for the 1st email.
Brenda and Louise are having a get together/cook out at their house and have invited everyone to join them!
Date: May 24th
Time: 6:00pm, for the dinner
If you would like to show up earlier to help set up, please come about 5pm.
Items: Please bring a covered dish, this is Pot Luck! It is going to be fun!
No need to call to ask what to bring, just bring whatever you want.
If you need directions to their house, please let me know!
Thank you,
Lynn Charles
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Friday, May 02, 2008 10:34 AM
Subject: quick forward please,
Ladies
Just a quick, last min. reminder that we will have a social/tea on Sat. at the BOC , my tent, civilan, confederate camping. 2:00 or so,
Bring a goodie to share.
Thanks,
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Tuesday, April 22, 2008 10:48 AM
Subject: PSRS Summer Meeting
Ladies,
I am currently planning our Summer Meeting.
As Unit Reps, Officers, or person's with important information to share, it
is important that you be at the meeting. therefore I would like to select
the place and date that would be best for the majority of us.
The choices are
Saturday, June 14 early afternoon, at either the Relic Room or one of the
Richland county branches.
Either of these locations have meeting rooms for 40 to 50
Sunday June 15, 2:00, hopefully at the Richland County Main Branch. the
meeting room here is for 20 people.
Please respond to this e-mail ASAP since I need to make the reservation. We
have many important things to discuss
I will be making a final decision on Friday so let me know your choices
Thank you,
Roseanne
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Monday, April 14, 2008 10:29 AM
Subject: could you please forward
Could you please let everyone know that I am sending the newsletter out April 25th and if they have any articles or announcements to please send them to me by April 23rd. I will be going out of town from May 1-10 so the newsletter needs to come out early.
Sincerely,
Shanna Williams
Quality Printing and Graphics, Inc
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Thursday, March 27, 2008 10:52 AM
Subject: Possible Fashion Show/tea
Dear Ladies,
At our meeting in Aiken, we discussed a couple of different fund raising ideas. The most ambicious one is the hosting of a Tea/Fashion show for the paying public. This is something we have talked about in the past but as with many things, we did not take any steps beyond the talking.
But this time it was a little different, we had a lovely lady who said she would spearhead the idea/design/proposal phase of this "Tea". And so she did. Within several days, Mrs. Jeannie Rucker sent me a lovely proposal for a tea wonderful suggestions and specifics. I was struck by it's professionalism and depth. But more important to this e-mail, I was struck by her first question. Since I left the letter on my desk at school, I am going to paraphrase the Question.
With a little over 3 thousand dollars in the Bank, WHY DO WE NEED TO DO THIS FUNDRAISER?
I will admit that at first I was a little taken aback by the question. I knew that I had proposed a fundraiser because we had some type of fundraiser every year. I knew that we had used the funds from past fundraisers to donate to a number of worthy causes. But why this fundraiser and why now?
For this, I don' have an answer. A Tea/Luncheon/Fashion Show will require a large amount of effort from a large number of people. So, is there one cause where our profits from our work would really make a difference? Is there a reason to bring attention to the PSRS or to our era? Do we Need to do this?
I want each of you to think it over and send me your thoughts. AND I REALLY MEAN THIS..... SEND ME YOUR THOUGHTS AND IDEAS !!!!
Lets get some discussion going. Ladies, I am not trying to say no to the idea. I am saying that we need to set a goal and a direction before we get started and it can't be my goal,, it has to be OUR goal.
As ideas come in, I'll share with all.
Thanks,
Roseanne
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Posted Monday, March 03, 2008 12:12 PM
from Cogdill, Lynn
Subject: event in Union County
Lynn,Big news.The Union County Historical Society has purchased the
Cross keys House and are planning a reenactment of jefferson Davis'visit
there for lunch on Sat and Sun.April 26 and 27.We are putting together a
living history there that weekend and need folks,ladies especially.The
visit will take place at 2pm each day but we want all kinds of living
history stuff going on at the site which is beautiful.Our SCV camp is
assisting.Could you set up inside the house and talk about ladies
fashions and also take part in the "visit"?Also any ladies you know who
would like to help.Firewood and straw,water,bathrooms for reenactors
will be provided.Let me know what you'd like to do.T.F.
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Wednesday, February 27, 2008 5:09 PM
Subject: Cards & Notes
Hello Ladies,
I have been given a new responsibility as Secretary of the Palmetto Soldiers Relief Society and that is to send a card and/or note to one of our members when the need arises (i.e., sympathy, sickness, child’s birth, etc.). I ask for your help in this endeavor in letting me know who is in need of a card/note.
Please send the person’s name along with a brief explanation of the event to me at louisem@bcgov.net Also, let me know if their mailing address will be different from the one on the membership roster, say if they are in the hospital or at a family member’s home recuperating.
For those of you who do not have ready access to email, I can be reached via phone at (843) 263-4297.
Thanks, Louise Murray, Secretary, Palmetto Soldiers Relief Society
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Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 2:28 PM
Subject: another forward from Roseanne
Ladies,
After careful consideration of all the comments I have received about the
schedule conflict at Aiken, I have decided that it is in the best interest
of the PSRS to change the meeting time.
Instead of 11:00, we will now meet at 12:45.
This is a few min before 1:00 but it will give us a little time cushion
before the battle which starts at 2:00.
Please arrive on time (early is better) with your stool or chair.
Also, I am in need of a favor. There are a number of ladies, some old and
some new, who have not received a copy of the handbook on CD. While
furnishing this should be the job of the unit rep, not all reps are doing
their job. (this will be an agenda topic). So if anyone has the time and
skill to make about 10 copies of the handbook on CD (Mrs Key, NOT YOU).
please contact me before Aiken. (at the moment I am lacking both the time
and skill).
On a personal note, I will have between 6 to 8 winter wool hoods for sale at
Aiken. They are Lt. Grey, Dk Blue, tan, Brown, and a Grey, Red and White
plaid. Even though the weather man is calling for pretty good weather at
Aiken, the evenings and mornings will be cool (cold).
The hoods will be 20 dollars each. See me Friday or Sat. if you want one.
Just 4 more days
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Posted Feb. 18, 2008
Ladies,
I have been recently informed that we may have a time conflict at Aiken. I had scheduled the PSRS Annual Winter Meeting for 11:00 on Sat. But I now know that is the same time as the Fashion Show. Since I know that some of you will be participating in the fashion show, I would like to ask your opinion about changing our meeting time. Only avery few of us participate in the battle, so would it be better for us to change the meeting time to 1 or 2 o'clock? If we meet at one, we will have had time to feed ourselves and our dependants, have a nice meeting, and still watch the battle if we desire? Just a thought, let me know yours!
Roseanne
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Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 2:47 PM
Subject: Reiver's Bridge and the spring reenacting season
Dear Ladies,
Having just returned from the event at River's Bridge, I find myself refreshed and renewed and enthustic about the Spring Season.
For those of you who were with me at River's Bridge, you know what I mean. The weather was perfect, crisp cold nights which lent themselves to fellowship around the fire, beautiful, warm days that encouraged one to wander and bussle about. The event hosts did a good job and I think that all of us enjoyed the fun, friendship and the chance to catch up with each other.
I am planning my spring season and activities so I want to call attention to a few things.
At Aiken, the PSRS Post Office will be open on Friday for School Days. It will not be open to the public on Sat. or Sun. but will be available to reenactors to write letters and receive mail. If you have a package for a special loved one, this is the place to send it.
We have our winter meeting at Aiken, 11:00, at the PSRS camping area on Civilian Row. Bring your chair. At the moment we only have a short agenda so if you have anything you want on the agenda, please send it to me.
You may have received a note from Heather King about a metal work basket based on Godeys Magazine. Well if you did not contact her for one, you should because it is a beautifully made metal basket. The price is very reasonable and she will be glad to show us how to finish it at Aiken. I don't know how many more she has but you can contact her for more information.
If you ordered a Citizen's Companion, special edition for men and Children, Sherry Key has them and you can pick them up at Aiken. I haven't had time to study mine, but I will.
At the Columns in March, I would like for the PSRS to have a Ladies Tea or Social. We have not had a reason to gather together at this event in several years. We will discuss this futher at the winter meeting.
The Post Office will be open at Sandy Run for the Battle for Columbia. I am planning to take the Friday off to run this for the School Kids on Friday but I do not plan to have it open to the public on Sat. or Sun. unless I can get a number of volunteers to keep it open.It would still be available to reenactors to write or receive packages or letters. I would also like to have a Social time at this event as well.
I have compiled a list of ladies who need butterfly pin kits and I hope to get them in mail this week. Please make sure you wear yours at Aiken.
Well that's about all for now,
Can't wait for Aiken and the chance to see all of you
Roseanne
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Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2008 2:33 PM
Subject: More thoughts from Roseanne
Dear Ladies,
I had just clicked the send now button on the last e-mail when Jeanne Rucker sent me a note to remind me of several things I forgot. She must be a mind reader! So, here are a few additional pieces of info.
1. The PSRS meeting will be held on Civilian Row in the usual place beside where I camp. The PSRS fly will be up along with the banner. If you are new and don't know where we meet, ask around or email me and I'll attempt to give better directions
We will meet at 11:00 (so everyone has a chance to get breakfast and get the camp prepared for visitors) Please bring your chair or stool.
2. Please wear your butterfly pin to Aiken. Not only is it pretty, but it is a great way to recognize PSRS members you don't know by sight.
3. If you do not have a Butterfly Pin, please e-mail me with your name and mailing address and I will do my best to get a kit to you. I just received more of the blue silk ribbon so everyone should have a pin.
3. We have a number of events coming up. In Feb. you can attend the event at River's Bridge, the Burning of Columbia activities on Feb. 15 and 16, which are highlighted by the Ball on Friday Night or on Sunday, Feb. 17, you can attend the Hunley memorial service at Sunrise Pres. Church on Sullivans Island. The next weekend is Aiken ( and I really want to see everyone there!) followed in close order by Florence.( March 8-9)
April will bring is the events in Cheraw, Charleston and Fairview Church in the Upstate.
When May rolls in, it will bring us the Battle for Columbia ( the best camping sites) and the many Confederate Memorial Day observances.
Boy in how, I really am looking forward to another great year and the chance to spend time with many of you. Hope you are too!!!
Roseanne
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From: "Roseanne Christie" <RChristie@darlington.k12.sc.us>
To: "rhefley" <rhefley@carolina.rr.com>
Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2008 2:14 PM
Subject: Please forward
Dear Ladies,
Contrary to popular belief, I have not fallen off the edge of the earth. I
just sorta zoned out for the months of Dec and Jan. Don't ask, think it
was because I do not have any big projects to do that I let my mind just go
blank.
But with the first event just days away, I am eager to start re-enacting
again. So, I thought I would send out a few reminders and thoughts.
1. Can't wait to see your smiling faces at River's Bridge this weekend. I
am not sure I believe them, but the weather guys are predicting temps in the
mid 60's on both Sat and Sunday. Sounds like perfect time to pull out the
gear and camp or at least day trip.
2. Miss Metts is collecting items for care packages. We are reducing the
number of events at which we will deliver packages and the total num.
of packages we will be handing out so the gentlemen don't take them for
granted. So consider bringing an item or two for her to include in the
packages.
3.We will have our winter meeting at Aiken on Sat. Feb. 22. I really want
everyone in the PSRS to attend this meeting. We go so long without seeing
each other and there are still ladies who are part of the PSRS that I have
never met. Aiken will be a great chance for us to get together and talk
things over.
4. This coming September, we will need to replace all the current officers.
Without exception, ALL the officers have served two or more terms in one
capacity or another. Start thinking who will be the best ladies to take
over these important jobs.
5. Do you have ideas or suggestions for the next workshop? Send them to
Jeannie Weil or bring them to Aiken. It is never to early to start
planning.
6. Plan to do a little recruiting at all the events you attend. With our
by-law change, we can offer friendship and membership to lots more ladies.
Be prepared with business cards and pamphlets to hand out to potential
members. be friendly, answer questions, offer a helping hand. Let's grow
our membership.
Well, I think this is all for now.
after all, my brain won't go from 0 to 60 that fast anymore.
I hope to see you Sat. or Sunday
Roseanne Christie
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posted Jan 26, 2008
Hi everyone, I wanted to drop a line to everyone about a project I have been working on . I was going thru my sewing notes and found the instructions for making "The Chintz Work Basket " (Jan 1861 issue of Godey's). Well with the help of my dad (he works in Heat/ Air sheet metal shop) , he took a copy of the plans and made a basket out of sheetmetal. (The plans call for cardboard, or tin). I then took the box and covered it with heavy fabric , which I got as scrap at fabric shop in Abbeville. Of course the instructions state to cover each piece with fabric then sew the pieces together to make the box. Well I cheated , the box is already together and very solid. I hot glued the fabric to the metal , then went back and sewed the seams . That a way it appers I sewed the box together. I added a piece of cardboard on the inside covered with fabric for my button box.(The cardboard was flexable enough to wedge inside) , I added a lid to the button box , a needle book, pocket , pin cushion (made from walnut) also from godey's. I love my workbasket, and will bring it out when we come. We will be at Aiken Thursday morning. My dad went ahead and made more, after he saw what I made it into he got excited. If anyone is interested in getting a box (you would have to cover it and make it yours, with your touches) send me a email and I will bring them out with me . My dad wanted $10 a box due to the metal used in each one. I can't wait to see everyone at the next event. My next project is a pair of slippers.
Heather King
P.S I no longer have email at work, so I check my emails once a week.
If you need to reach me call the house at (803)755-2201
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posted January 23, 2008
Message from Ms. Angela Metts:
I will be trying to put together soldier aid packages at River's Bridge. Anyone interested in contributing can be thinking about what they want to give or do for our dedicated soldiers. Some of the many things that can be given: Sea Salt (1 package can be split among lots of guys), Sugar, Peanuts, Journal books, Home made handkerchiefs (prints were common, white not so much), Dried fruit, Honey, Syrup, poke sacks of coffee, lemonade mix, canned peaches, Pickles, Candles, Lucifers ( template for box labels is on Battalion website), Sewing items, Soap( one bar of Octogon can be cut into four individual bars), Baking Soda (tooth powder), Baby powder (crotch and foot powder), Canned meats (oysters, sardines, deviled ham), Notepaper, period pencils, and of course, letters from wives, sisters, cousins, mothers, daughters, etc. Please contact me if any one has any questions: Angelametts@atlanticbb.net
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January 17, 2008
Ladies, I have flannel material to make warm petticoats, if anyone is interested. I plan to make them prior to Rivers Bridge. If you would like one and would like to send me a size request, I will gladly make you one. Please be advised – this is cotton flannel not wool. That is why I can sell them for $20. The petticoats will be warm and practical, but period correct material.If you are interested, please contact me at katharris@roadrunner.com or @sc.twcbc.com Thanks,Kathleen
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December 29, 2007
Ladies,
It seems everyone is a bit wearied from the holidays or have company so the workshop for this Saturday, December 29th, has been cancelled. Thanks for the interest.
Kay will be back for the Battle of Aiken in February and has asked if we would be interested in having some sort of workshop either the weekend prior or following the Aiken event. Again, let me know if you have an interest in attending, which weekend and if you have a particular topic in mind.
Thanks again,
Sherry Key.
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posted December 10, 2007
Please send your reply to Sherry. Skey@cbh.com Unit Reps please pass this on to the ladies without email. Rena
Ladies,
Mackenzie Sholtz and Kay Gnagy asked me to see if there is an interest in a sewing workshop the weekend after Christmas, Dec. 29/30. It would be in Sumter and it is possible it may be a 2-day affair so if you are interested please let me know if you would prefer 1 or 2 days. I have no idea of cost at this time.
At this time the topic appears to be ball gowns as Kay is releasing a new pattern next year but they are flexible. Please let me know if you have another area you would prefer to address The concentration would be on the bodice and trimmings.
Feel free to pass this along as I may have missed some and reply to me your preference of topic and 1 or 2 days.
Thank you,
Sherry Key.
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November 12, 2007
Ladies!
We have new recuiting pamplets with a short version of our application on the back... Some of our ladies set up a recuriting station at Boonhall this weekend and have recruited some new ladies that will be joining soon! With the change in our by-laws we now have the chance to welcome new members that could not qualify to join before. Let's go our and find some friends to welcome to the PSRS.. If you need some pamplets let Jeannie Rucker know and she can mail you some..
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November 3m 2007
Lynn Cogdill looking for people to help at Rose Hill Plantation Nov. 17th
We have an opportunity to participate in an evening program at Rose Hill Plantation in Union on Saturday, November 17th. I have been asked to confirm how many of you will be able to assist. Basically, the new interpreter, Charles Barreras, is asking for a number of reenactors for a lantern tour that evening (it’s a Saturday). He wants people in most of the rooms of the house, including the ballroom, who will do a “sort of” first person impression – pre-December 1861. I will be on the property in the kitchen and we will be providing a meal for all the participants. Ladies and gentlemen, this is a real opportunity to use the ballroom as he wants some of us in evening attire, dancing and enjoying themselves. Please let me know if you would be interested in joining us. I think it will be a lot of fun. If you can’t participate, but know of some others who might be willing to join us, please forward this along. Contact me on my cell or at the e-mail below…..
Thanks,
Lynn Cogdill
864-579-1373 (phone)
864-415-5027 (cell)
itnrnt1864@charter.net
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New Civil War Bus Tour November 17
Date: Wed, 3 Oct 2007 14:54:11 -0400
New Civil War Bus Tour November 17th
Hello All!
The Greater Columbia Civil War Alliance would like to announce its first ever bus tour of the left wing of Sherman's Army. On Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 10 a.m. the tour bus will depart from the Cayce Historical Museum, located at 1800 12th Street, Cayce, S.C. 29033.
Lasting nearly three and a half hours, the tour will head toward Pelion and then make its way north toward Lexington. Narrated by Dean Hunt, a history teacher and author of a soon-to-be-published book about the left wing of Sherman's army, the tour will give participants the opportunity to learn about a part of Civil War history that is seldom discussed. Those on the tour will have the unique opportunity to visit three bridges along the North Edisto River where fighting occurred as well as other historically significant sites in the area and the town of Lexington.
Tickets for the tour are $20 per person. Please contact us by phone at (803) 217-0071 or by e-mail at gccwa@knappagency for tickets or more information. Please send checks made out to the Greater Columbia Civil War Alliance to 1717 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201. We will e-mail you a map with directions to the Cayce Museum.
Information about the November bus tour as well as our Columbia's Longest Days event this February can be found at our Web site: www.columbiaslongestdays.com.
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Tuesday, September 25, 2007 3:12 PM
Subject: By Law Change
Ladies,
It is with great pleasure that I announce that the By-law change was unanimously passed at last Sunday's Meeting. This does not change anyone's unit affiliation but does allow you the option of being an at-large member if you so desire. It should help our recruiting efforts since we can now say to the nice lady who is interested in re-enacting but does not have a significant other " The PSRS is a great place to start and stay in reenacting. Here, take our pamphlet and my card. I'll be glad to get you an application" instead of having to say "well first you have to find a unit and then you can join us"
If you know of a lady who is or was interested, let's try to get her involved!.
In other news, Lee Bryant is our lady of the year. It was a very close vote! Jean Hutchinson and Sherry Key were also nominated. Mrs. Key declined the honor and it was just a few votes which decided the outcome.
Our good works do not go unnoticed. I received a copy of the newsletter from the Franklin Battlefield organization. I left it at home but after the article on the land the city has acquired to help save the battlefield and the one on the Gen. who was killed by the husband of his "lady love" there was a nice note about new friends from SC. It noted the donation from the PSRS and stated that we were an reenacting organization which was interested in preserving the history and heritage of the South. Way to go Ladies! (if anyone is interested, I'll scan and send out an exact copy if anyone wants it.
Many of us are looking at a busy fall and I am no exception. But if you have questions or concerns, let me know.
Until our hoops swish together again,
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Sat 9/22/07 7:11 PM
To:
Rena Hefley (rhefley@carolina.rr.com)
Ladies,
I have two boxes of information all cataloged and in it own folder. One for women and one for men.
The ladies box has things like clothes, bios, crafts, children, and anything pertaining to women.
The mens, has the same, plus battles, weapons, historys and so forth.
I collected this information over the years as I did the newsletter and the handbook. I just cannot bring myself to dispose of them. They have a lot of information and if you did demostrations, talks, school groups, or teach they would help a lot.
Just to read them there is a lot of information to be had. If you let me know, I will bring them tomorrow and you are more then welcome to them.
Also, tell the men that I am bringing a box of magazines that they are welcome to look though and help themselves.
Try and email me tonight, See you tomorrow/
Rena
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Wed 9/19/07 5:34 PM
To:
Rena Hefley (rhefley@carolina.rr.com)
Ladies,
I wanted to take a moment to remind each of you that we are joining with the guys for lunch at elections on Sunday. Please bring a dish or two to go with the hamburgers and hotdogs. They are requesting side dishes and desserts.
Looking forward to seeing all of you,
Roseanne
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Tue 9/04/07 7:40 PM
To:
Rena Hefley (rhefley@carolina.rr.com)
Ladies,
Citizens Companion has come out with Part Two, Men’s and Children’s Special Edition. This goes along with the Back To Basics, Womens Apparel from last year. Part two has both, information on the Civilian men’s clothing as well as good information on children.
It will be the same deal as last time, if we can place an order for at least 31 or more, the cost will only be $2.50 per issue for members.
If you are interested contact Sherry Key at Skey@cbh.com or
Rena Hefley at rhefley@carolina.rr.com.
ALSO: Ladies, David has requested that the ladies who are coming to the Reunion Dinner to please bring a dessert.
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Thursday, September 20, 2007 11:14 PM
Subject: 10-6-07 Family Event
To Reenactors and their families ,
Time sure flies when you are trying to put a event together. I wanted to extend a invitation to everyone and their families for the up coming Mary Chestnut event on 10-6-07. Which will be followed by a barbque at our home in Lexington. I met with the caretaker and hashed out some details. The reenactment is from 3pm -6pm due to multi reasons. (Mainly the functioning of the inn.) But it works out in the long run. It will only be a 3 hour event , which for those reenactors that want to dust off their old clothes to become eye candy ---come on out. Men use this time to invite your wives, and childern to join you . It is only for 3 hours. Afterwards we will have a met and greet at our house to get to know everyone and have fun .
OK , now the hard part. We will be reenacting the speech from the porch - which brings me to my next problem. I have the following postions to fill
1. President Jeff Davis
2.General Custis Lee(Brother of Gen. Lee)
3. Rev. Martin
4.Govenor Bonham
5.John Wallus
6.General Chestnut(Mary's Husband)
7. Capt. Johnny Chestnut(Mary's cousin or nephew?)
8.Small unit of soliders to be drilling in the distance
9.Civilian Men,Women, and childern (as many as we can to fill the street)
We are going for the best we can get. Jeff Davis needs to look as close to the part as possible.
Mary Chestnut will be played by a lady from Charleston, who does a one women show about Mary Chestnut.
How can we get a hold of uniform jackets to match the above parts? Do you know of anyone that can lend them out for the day?
I have photos of #2,4 , because I had no idea what they looked like.
Please call or email me at hking22@msn.com or (803)755-2201. The sooner the better. Thanks, Heahter |
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Hello everyone,
October 6th , 2007 (Saturday) Living History.
Civilian reenactors(Women,Childern, Men) , Soliders , Officers needed
I have been working on a project that means a lot to me , due to my family's link to the history of Columbia. Today I received a formal invitation to put on a living history on Oct 6th (Saturday) at the Mary Chestnut Cottage in downtown Columbia. The cottage is now a Bed and Breakfest to the public and is filled with civil war antiques and history. The date was chosen due to it is close to the original date as possible. I am sending out this email to ask for help from other reenactors. They are wanting to recreate the scene of Jefferson Davis giving his speech off the front porch. Also the scene of Mary Chestnut peeking out the windows watching the SC troops marching off in the distance. This will not be advertised ,to insure no unwanted guests show up. At the last mintue the local news crews will be notified , and the owner will have his own film crew their. I hope to use this chance to bring more people into the hobby. He has said we can camp over night Friday if we like. (Shawn and I will be opening both homes to anyone who comes). Saturday afterwards we will grill out ,back at the house and have adult beverages . The owner is looking for someone who looks like President Jefferson Davis and Mr. Chestnut to make it as real as possible. The website for the cottage is www.chestnutcottage.com He would like multi ladies to be their in dress to add to the flare. Let me know as soon as you can if you can attend, so we can get everything ready. For those who live out of town -- Shawn and I have room for any and everyone. On the same property we live we have his moms vacant house (2br/2ba) , Not to mention our home 3br/2ba. And for those who like the smell of hay, we have a barn . lol . Thanks for everything , I hope to make this very fun and something to talk about.
Heather King
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Actual By-Law Change
Sent:
Mon 9/17/07 6:42 PM
To:
Rena Hefley (rhefley@carolina.rr.com)
Ladies
The actual By-Law change is a little longer and slightly more involved than the one I printed on the Absentee Ballot.(I only put Part 1 on the AB) The meaning is the same but what I sent you does not include the Addition needed for Clarification (part 2) or the Technical and conforming changes (part 3)
When you vote yes for Part one, you are agreeing to part 2 and 3 as well. I have attached a files which are the entire proposed By law Changes and a copy of the actual ballot we will be using on the 23. I will have a ballot printed for each person who has paid their duesand attended the proper number of events .If you use an absentee ballot, please know when you vote yes,you are agreeing to all three parts.
Sorry for the confusion.
Roseanne
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Ladies,
It is my sincere hope that each one of you will be able to attend elections next Sunday. But in case you can't, you may submit an absentee ballot. Use the one attached to this e-mail, but be sure to fill out the part about the events you attended. The ballot will not be counted if it is not signed and does not contain the event information. Send all ballots to me at:
Roseanne Christie
3 Warren Ct.
Sumter, SC 29150
All Ballots must be received by Sat. Sept 22, 2007.
If you want your ballot hand delivered to the elections, it must be signed, contain the event information and be in a sealed envelope.
But I would really prefer to see you!
Roseanne
PSRS Absentee Ballot 2007
Proposed by law (changes in bold):
I. Membership
1. A PSRS unit is a Ladies organization affiliated with and recognized by an established PB unit or an At Large unit consisting of ladies not affiliated with a PB unit.
Yes, I agree with the change __________.
No, I do not agree with the change __________.
Name (please print):______________________________________________
Signature: ______________________________________________________
Unit: ___________________________________.
I attended the following events during the 2006-2007 reenacting year
Oct 2006 Ghost Walk, Charleston
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Secessionville, Charleston |
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Feb 3-4 |
Rivers Bridge - Allendale, SC - Affiliated |
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Feb 17-18 |
Grand Ball and Bazaar, Columbia (Help on Friday or Sat)
Battle For Columbia - Columbia, SC - Affiliated
Hunley Memorial Service, Charleston |
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Feb 24-25 |
Battle Of Aiken - Aiken, SC - Affiliated |
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Mar 10-11 |
The Columns - Florence, SC - Affiliated |
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Mar 24-25 |
Battle Of Charleston, Charleston, SC - Other |
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Apr 1-2 |
Battle Of Cheraw - Cheraw, SC - Other |
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Apr 29-30 |
Fairview Church - Fountain Inn, SC - Other |
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May 5 |
Confederate Memorial Day - Columbia, SC - Affiliated |
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May 19-20 |
Battle Of Central - Central, SC |
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Aug 2007 |
PSRS Workshop, Columbia, Sc |
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Sept 6-7 |
Sharpsburg |
Add others as necessary.. this must be filled out for your vote to count. |
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posted Sept 13, 2007
Ladies,
As you know, we have an important vote on Sept.23. The meeting is at Sequitenial State Park, just outside of Columbia. I have reserved Picnic Shelters 3 and 4 for the PSRS and the Battalion. Since we usually set up the food in the shelter we use, I decided that the PSRS would use the shelter close to the road instead of the one futher back. That will save lots of hauling.
At the moment the schedule for the day looks like this
11:00 Church Services
12:00?12:30 Lunch
2:00 PSRS Meeting and Voting
We only have 2 things to vote on this year, the Lady of the Year and our By-Law change.
We will have other business to discuss. If you have anything you want on the agenda, please send it to me ASAP.
Also, I need each lady to check last year's schedule and send me a list of the events you attended. I need this quickly. In order to be able to vote, you must meet event attendance requirements and it must be verified. I'm still working on that part but start me out with a list of the events you attended.
Oct 2006 Ghost Walk, Charleston
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Secessionville, Charleston |
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Rivers Bridge - Allendale, SC - Affiliated |
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Grand Ball and Bazaar, Columbia (Help on Friday or Sat)
Battle For Columbia - Columbia, SC - Affiliated
Hunley Memorial Service, Charleston |
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Battle Of Aiken - Aiken, SC - Affiliated |
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The Columns - Florence, SC - Affiliated |
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Battle Of Charleston, Charleston, SC - Other |
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Battle Of Cheraw - Cheraw, SC - Other |
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Fairview Church - Fountain Inn, SC - Other |
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Confederate Memorial Day - Columbia, SC - Affiliated |
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Battle Of Central - Central, SC |
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PSRS Workshop, Columbia, Sc |
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Sept 6-7 |
Sharpsburg |
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august 28, 2007
Ladies,
I have been informed that the dinner is at 5 PM according to the battalion web site. Please check this out.
Also: The Lady of the Year forms should be sent to Angela Metts
825 Dogwood Dr.
New Ellenton, SC 29804
Ladies,
This is just a reminder that if you have not sent in your dues and 07-08 application, you will not have voting rights at elections in Sept. Please send your $15 and new application to Nita Keisler. I have attached a application for you.
Next, time is running out to nominate your choice for Lady of the Year. Carol has not received any nominations as of the workshop. Ladies, please send them in to her, time is running out. Again I am attaching a form for this. Carol,s address is on the form.
Thank you, Rena
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Subject: Brattonsville/Battalion Reunion
Ladies,
The SC Event of the 2007-2008 season will be held at Brattonsville, Oct. 27-28.The PSRS is invited to the Dinner and will be a part of the evenings festivities. Brenda Carpenter will be a speaker on the History of the PSRS. The Dinner that evening will be 7.00 and we may be asked to provide dessert or something.(I'll let you know). I will need to know if you plan to eat this dinner no later than elections. (Sept. 23 at Sesqui) If you have already thrown your name in the hat with your home unit, then you have already been counted. Otherwise, let me know. I look forward to hearing from you.
Roseanne
the following is from the 6th website.
http://www.6thregimentsc.org/brattonsville.htm
On behalf of the Sixth Regiment SC Volunteers I would like to invite you to participate in War Between the States reenactment being held at Historic Brattonsville October 26-28, 2007. The event is being hosted by the Sixth along with the Culture and Heritage Museums of York County. For those who wish to arrive early to setup in preparation of the weekends event, the site will be open to reenactors Friday at 9 am. Registration will begin at 11 am and will continue throughout the day and night.Historic Brattonsville is a 775 acre living history museum in the heart of York County, SC. It features the plantation of Harriet Bratton as well as earlier buildings including the Brattonsville female academy and numerous other log, wood, and brick structures from the early to mid 19th century. This allows for the unique ability to get a feel for life in SC in the years before and during the Civil War.
In recognition of the first twenty years of its existence, the Palmetto Battalion will be celebrating its first ever reunion on Saturday evening after the site has closed to the public. Several speakers will be on hand as we look back at the history of the battalion. Everyone is invited to come participate in this momentous occasion as past and present battalion members come together, in a style reminiscent of the old time veteran reunions of long ago, to remember with heartfelt reverence those of the Battalion Family whom the Good Lord has called away and to recognize the accomplishments and achievements of those who have developed and strengthened the battalion over the years.
Looking forward to seeing everyone,
Mike Short
Palmetto Battalion Chaplain
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Subject: Brattonsville/Battalion Reunion
Ladies,
The SC Event of the 2007-2008 season will be held at Brattonsville, Oct. 27-28.The PSRS is invited to the Dinner and will be a part of the evenings festivities. Brenda Carpenter will be a speaker on the History of the PSRS. The Dinner that evening will be 7.00 and we may be asked to provide dessert or something.(I'll let you know). I will need to know if you plan to eat this dinner no later than elections. (Sept. 23 at Sesqui) If you have already thrown your name in the hat with your home unit, then you have already been counted. Otherwise, let me know. I look forward to hearing from you.
Roseanne
the following is from the 6th website.
http://www.6thregimentsc.org/brattonsville.htm
On behalf of the Sixth Regiment SC Volunteers I would like to invite you to participate in War Between the States reenactment being held at Historic Brattonsville October 26-28, 2007. The event is being hosted by the Sixth along with the Culture and Heritage Museums of York County. For those who wish to arrive early to setup in preparation of the weekends event, the site will be open to reenactors Friday at 9 am. Registration will begin at 11 am and will continue throughout the day and night.Historic Brattonsville is a 775 acre living history museum in the heart of York County, SC. It features the plantation of Harriet Bratton as well as earlier buildings including the Brattonsville female academy and numerous other log, wood, and brick structures from the early to mid 19th century. This allows for the unique ability to get a feel for life in SC in the years before and during the Civil War.
In recognition of the first twenty years of its existence, the Palmetto Battalion will be celebrating its first ever reunion on Saturday evening after the site has closed to the public. Several speakers will be on hand as we look back at the history of the battalion. Everyone is invited to come participate in this momentous occasion as past and present battalion members come together, in a style reminiscent of the old time veteran reunions of long ago, to remember with heartfelt reverence those of the Battalion Family whom the Good Lord has called away and to recognize the accomplishments and achievements of those who have developed and strengthened the battalion over the years.
Looking forward to seeing everyone,
Mike Short
Palmetto Battalion Chaplain
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posted August 10, 2007
Ladies,
Please allow me to take a few moments of your time to relay some important PSRS information and reminders.
1. DUES....Dues are due no later than Sept.1. This was part of a By-Law Change we made several years ago to make it simpler on our Treas. If you have not paid your dues by Sept. 1, you will not be able to vote at our meeting Sept. 23 at Sesquicentennial State Park, Shelter 3. We have an important vote this year on a By-Law Change. More on that in a minute. So get those applications filled out and send them with a check for $15.00 to
Nita Keisler
617 Pond Branch Road
Lexington, SC 29073
Do you need a copy of the application, check your last newsletter, attachment, or let me know and I'll see that you get one.
2. THE PROPOSED BY-LAW CHANGE..... As all of you should know, we have a major proposed By-law change. All of you should have received a copy of the proposed change in your newsletter. If enacted, this change would allow the PSRS to accept members who are not a part of a Military Unit. This would make it easier for us to recruit new members, and it would eliminate the "hoops" that some of us have had to jump through to join the PSRS. The vote will be Sept. 23 at Sesquicentennial State Park, Shelter 3. If you have questions about this Proposed By-law Change, please contact me. Otherwise, I'll expect to see your beautiful faces at elections.. But remember, you must have your dues paid by Sept.1 in order to be able to vote.
3. THE ANNUAL WORKSHOP.... Our workshop is less than 3 weeks away. Jean Hutchinson is going to lead us into the world of homemade period buttons and I am sure she is going to do her usual bang-up job. Jeanne has told me that 18 places of the 25 spots are filled so make sure to reserve your space soon. If you aren't planning to attend the workshop, join us at lunch in the atrium for fellowship and friendship. If you are attending the workshop, please bring a lunch since this not only saves time, it allows us to discuss our thoughts and ideas.
4. CARE PACKAGES AND LETTERS.... The number of men participating in the AP Hill march has grown to almost 100. Ladies, we need 1st person letters.. Lots of Letters.. We can spend a little time at the workshop writing some but I really need each lady in the PSRS to write at least 2. If you can't come to the workshop, send the letters to me.
If you have adopted a guy for a care package ( my thanks to each lady who has done this), please make sure you get those to me by Sept. 1. Bring or send them to the workshop or send them by mail. If you have items to include in a care package, the same deadlines are in place. If you prefer you may send a small amount of money and I'll buy the items you desire to be included in the packages. This will save on postage.
5. PSRS JOBS... There are a number of important jobs within the PSRS that need to be filled.
After many years of excellent service, Rena has decided to Pass the Newsletter Editor Torch to another member. While we will miss the wonderful way that Rena has done this JOB, it is time for one of you to step up to the plate. Volunteers????
Fundraiser Coordinator... We did not have a fundraiser last year. We need to have one this year. We need one of you to coordinate this effort. I'll help you get started but I will not do it.
Award and Doorprize coordinator.. Who can fill this job. Think about it, you get to shop. Let me know if you are the right lady for this activity.
6. LADY OF THE YEAR.. It is time for us to nominate a LOY. Think about which Lady you know who has worked to the Benefit of the PSRS, the Battalion, and or the WBTS community. Write up a nomination for, get her picture and send everything to Angela Metts, our current LOY.
You can reach Angela at
Angela Metts
825 Dogwood Dr.
7. FALL MEETING.. Our fall meeting will be on Sunday, Sept. 23. I'll let you know the time when I know it, but plan for a mid-day, afternoon meeting. Plan on bringing something for the meal.
We will meet in Shelter 3, the one close to the road on the backside of the lake at Sesquicentenial State Park. I'll send more details closer to the date.
8. FINAL THOUGHTS,
It has been a busy summer for me and I know the same for each of you. I am looking forward to seeing everyone again. If I have left something out of this really long letters, please let me know.
Otherwise, pay your dues, plan to vote, get stuff for the care packages, write some letters, call me some names that aren't fit to print and enjoy the rest of Summer. School starts for me on Tuesday so keep me in your thoughts. I assure you, I have you in mine.
Until we see each other again
Roseanne Christie
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August 1, 2007
We are having a living history for the State Museum on Aug. 11th . We are
planning on setting up a company street if possible. As far as me I was
just going to walk around and mengle with the public. I wanted to extend the
invite to you ,Mr. Key ,Angela and anyone whom will like to come. I thought
since ya'll live close you may want to join us. Send me a email with any
questions.
Yours Truely, Heather
King
hking22@msn.com
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posted July 29, 2007
Ladies
I will try to get this quick update off to everyone while my computer and my brain are both working at the same time. Please bear with me.
Our Aug. workshop is fast approaching. Jeanne tells me that 19 of us have signed up and sent in our fees. Jean is doing her usual wonderful job preparing to lead us down a new road. Personally, I can’t wait. But remember, we only have 25 spaces so it looks like we have just a few openings left. Reserve yours today.
Last spring, we agreed to supply the intrepid men who are participating in the 18 mile AP Hill march in Virginia with care packages and letters from home. We thought that there would be around 50 gentlemen with the fortitude and stamina to make this march. However, at last count there were about 80 men signed up! This is wonderful and will represent the Battalion well, but it means we need to step up to the plate with the makings for care packages. Some of us have chosen to “adopt” a man or a couple of men. Others are planning to send items to be split up among several men. The SCLA is adopting a unit and sending a “unit box” rather than individual care packages. All these approaches are great! But with so many men participating, we don’t have to send each man a package, but EACH MAN SHOULD HAVE HIS OWN LETTER. So Ladies, sharpen those pencils and write a letter from Cousin, Neighbor, Sister, Friend, whoever. Put it in first person and let me know who you are writing. I’ll keep a list. But we must remember that all the packages, package items, and letters must be in my hands no later than the first weekend in September. I would really need to have all this brought to the Workshop. Now you say you don’t know what to put in a package.
Click over to our page on Care Packages on this site to see a listing of items and names.. http://www.psrs-csa.com/soldiersaidpackages.htm
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posted July 21, 2007
Ladies,
The battalion will be conducting the Camp of Instruction the weekend of August 18-19th at the Battle of Aiken site. I was contacted to see if we would be willing to help with supper on Saturday. They usually do hot dogs and 'burgers and then have a battalion meeting. If you are planning to attend and would like to contribute a salad/side dish or dessert please let me know. Do not respond to Rena but email me directly at skey@cbh.com
If enough want to attend I would be willing to do some sort of mini-workshop, perhaps on plain sewing. Just let me know if the interest is there and what you would like to do.
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PSRS WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT
Hello Everyone,
Jean, Jeanne, and I are so pleased to be able to announce the Details of the PSRS Annual Workshop.
It will be held on Aug. 25 at 10:00 at the Confederate Relic Room in Columbia. Jean has planned a wonderful program for us on Buttons. The cost of the workshop will be 25.00 and will include wonderful handouts with color pictures of origionals, directions and materials to make 4 different types of buttons and instruction on period correct sewing techniques.
Space is limited, so we have decided to make this an advance reservation workshop. Send your Check to
Jeanne Weil
720 N. Godfrey
Charleston, SC 29407
I am looking forward to seeing lots of you there.
Remember,
It's 25, 25, 25. Twenty five spaces, twenty five dollars, on the twenty fifth of August!
Until then.
Roseanne
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"BUTTONS, BUTTONS, AND MORE BUTTONS,
Handmade Buttons Made Easy and Easily Made"
Jean Hutchinson, presenter
PSRS Annual Workshop, Saturday, August 25, 2007, 10:00am - until
Confederate Relic Room, State Museum, Columbia.
Costs $25.00 (includes all material and extensive handout)
Now that you have made that beautiful dress or fabulous paletot, let's add the perfect buttons!
In this workshop, we will learn to make four (4) different buttons, from simple to elegant. All materials will be supplied. You will need to bring nimble fingers, a tad of patience, and (if necessary) your reading glasses. If time permits, we will briefly cover hand-made buttonholes.
Pre-registration is required in order to have all of the materials for everyone. If you have any questions, please call Jean at (843)766-1418.
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posted July 1, 2007
Good Evening! I am sending out a reminder to everyone about our July meeting
Date - July 3, 2007
Place - Alex's - Coleman
Time - 6pm - if you would like to eat
7pm - meeting
Program - Mary Hatcher will be speaking at our meeting.
Any questions, please email me back.
Thank you,
Lynn Charles
SCLA Secretary
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Unit Reps, please share with non email members. Rena
Hello Everyone,
Summer is finally here and I am almost out of school, so I wanted to take a moment to update the information on summer activities.
1. PSRS Summer Meeting, it has been our tradition to hold a PSRS meeting in June. But this year we will forgo that meeting. I made this decision based on lots of factors including that many of us are already booked up with activities for June and the fact that we do not have any new or pressing projects we need to discuss or work on. We will have a short meeting during lunch during the Aug Workshop. Send me any info/ideas we need to tend to prior to Aug.
2. Aug. Workshop. The final date has not been set but it will be either Aug. 4 or Aug. 25. Jean Hutchinson will be our guide as we delve into the world of BUTTONS. The plan is Hands-on creation of different types of period buttons. More on this soon!
3. Sept. Elections. Elections are Scheduled for Sept. 23. This is a SUNDAY! While we do not have officer elections this year, we do have a vote on an important By-Law Change. The By-Law we are seeking to change concerns how we join the PSRS. I have attached a copy of the proposed change but if we boil it down to the bare bones, what is proposed is that a lady would be able to join the PSRS without having to join a Military unit. Got questions about this, just call or write and we can go over the change. joeyrosie@aol.com 803-778-2954
To be eligible to vote, you must come to the election, so plan accordingly.
4. Care Packages for the
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