The Haversack The Newsletter of the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution

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relations our Chapter has recently enjoyed. This is a direct result of our dedicated committee efforts, especially that of Dick Foot, as noted in their reports in this issue of the Haversack.

1 Vol. 3 Issue 1 January, 2016 The Haversack The Newsletter of the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Greetings Compatriots, President s Report The New Year is now upon us and your Board of Officers and Committee Chairs have already been working to ensure we continue to broaden our community outreach by capitalizing on the positive public relations our Chapter has recently enjoyed. This is a direct result of our dedicated committee efforts, especially that of Dick Foot, as noted in their reports in this issue of the Haversack. Going forward, I would like to emphasize the importance of your individual contributions to the Haversack and the Chapter. You needn t be an officer or committee chair to pen an article or notification for inclusion in this fine newsletter. I would encourage you to send your newsworthy items to our editor, Patrick Boyton and your questions regarding service to the Chapter, to Pat Barron or myself. Speaking of outreach, hats off to 1st Vice President Pat Barron and his committee members for the exceptional job they did in planning and executing the Repudiation of the Stamp Act event and to compatriot George Lewis for providing the inspiration that led to its success. The event had a wonderful turnout of Frederick s citizenry, on a picture perfect day. Their combined efforts not only commemorated an important event that occurred within our city and county, it also raised tremendous awareness of our organization and its relevance to our revolutionary history. I am also pleased to announce that our Chapter s Frederick Town Fife and Drum Corps, has transitioned all but two new fifers from the flute to the fife and all of our drummers are up and running. The ensemble performed both in the Repudiation event and Frederick s annual Kris Kringle Parade. They are currently scheduled to perform for the MSSDAR s Annual March Conference at the Turf Valley Country Club and are also booked for two other events that will occur this spring. We are most pleased to announce that our MDSSAR Color Guard Commander, Dave Embrey, has added greatly to our corps by signing on as our Associate Fife Instructor, thank you Dave. Having cited the foregoing initiatives, I would ask each of you to consider how you can best serve and grow our organization in Compatriot Bob Higdon has recently stepped forward and agreed to chair our Chapter s Veterans Committee and assume an important position on the MDS- SAR Board of Managers. We are still seeking a member to chair our vacant Outstanding Citizen Award Committee and members to staff this important effort. 1st Vice President Pat Barron will be providing more details regarding this and other initiatives, but please feel free to contact him beforehand. Finally, January begins the State Legislative session and a critical government meeting, set for the Lieutenant Governor, has interfered with the date we set for our January Social meeting. Consequently, our program featuring the Lieutenant Governor will be moved to February or March. In service, Donald A. Deering President Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Maryland Society of the Sons of the American In this issue Page 2: Meeting Announcements; Family Members Lost From Two Members of Our Chapter; National Flag AwardPage 3: Repudiation Day Page 4: Patriot Profile; New Member Page 5: Kris Kringle Parade 1

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING The next meeting of the Executive Committee will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at the SAR office, 19 E. Church St., Frederick, MD. The meeting will begin at 6:00PM.

2 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING The next meeting of the Executive Committee will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at the SAR office, 19 E. Church St., Frederick, MD. The meeting will begin at 6:00PM. Please note, all Chapter members are welcome to attend and encouraged to participate in our Executive (EC) committee meetings. The meetings are held at 19 East Church Street in the 1st Floor Conference Room. Our meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month, commencing promptly at 6pm and ending at 7:30pm. Help us grow and improve the organization by being part of the process and outcome. FAMILY MEMBERS LOST FROM TWO MEMBERS OF OUR CHAPTER Kristopher Fielding Lewis, grandson of Dr. & Mrs. George E. Lewis, Jr., lost his life in an automobile accident on November 25, He was 21 years of age. Professionally, Kris chose to be an ocean rescue specialist, volunteer firefighter, and emergency medical responder in Corolla, NC. He was credited for overseeing and saving many lives. He was a selfless servant of his community, and took great pride in protecting others from danger, defending those who were not as strong and helping those in need. He was laid to rest in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Frederick, MD. Hilda Marie Offutt, wife of W. Jerome Jerry Offutt, died December 27, 2015 at Buckingham s Choice, near Adamstown, MD. She was 94 years of age, and a native of New York. Mrs. Offutt was a very generous and giving person. She often gave to her favorite charities that were close to her heart. She was survived by four step children: Paul J. Offutt and wife Kathy, of Clermont, FL; Thomas F. Offutt and wife Carol, of Palm Harbor, FL; Grace O. Williams and husband, Frank, of N. Myrtle Beach, SC; and William J. Offutt, Jr. of Walkersville, MD, and many step-grandchildren and step great grandchildren. She was laid to rest in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Frederick, MD. Information Web Links NSSAR Web Site: ar.o rg MDSSAR Web Site: yla nd sar.o rg S ergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter Web Page: h ttp :// l awr en ce -ev er har t.mary la nd sar.o rg /ind ex.html SAR HONORS CRISWELL CHEVROLET OF THURMONT WITH NATIONAL FLAG AWARD The Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the Maryland Society of Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) recently honored Criswell Chevrolet with the Flag Certificate of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, in recognition of exemplary patriotism in the display of the United States Flag. Criswell Chevrolet was selected for this honor for its highly visable display of the Flag, consistent with the United States Flag Code. Eugene Moyer, Chair of the Flag Committee for both the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chaptrer and Maryland Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, commended Criswell Chevrolet for demonstrating respect for this living symbol of our Republic, one of the Nation s most widely recognized images, a powerful representation of Americanism. The United States Flag Code, codifying the customs and rules governing the display and use of the flag of the United States by civilians, was approved in 1942 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The 105 th Congress recodified the Flag Code as part of Title 4 of the United States Code. Submitted by Public Relations Chair Richard Foot Compatriot SAR Compatriot Ron Harbaugh, Doug Martin (Criswell Chevrolet General Manager), Rob Harley (Criswell Chevrolet General Sales Manager) and SAR Compatriot Gene Moyer (Photo Credit: Ron Harbaugh) 2

3 REPUDIATION DAY The 250th Anniversary of Repudiation Day was celebrated on November 21, 2015 in Frederick. The event, originally conceived by Compatriot George Lewis, took our community back to a time when our ancestors dreamed of the liberties we enjoy today and took the first bold steps towards independence. Participants, many in period dress, representing both Frederick County chapters of the DAR and the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart chapter of the SAR, marched through the streets of downtown Frederick. The protest against the Stamp Act was led by the Frederick Town Fife & Drum Corps and our Chapter Color Guard. The parade was joined by many people from the community, both young and old. A special thanks to Corporal Rebecca Carrado of the Frederick City Police and her detail for maintaining a safe environment for all. Following the parade, ceremonies were held on the front steps of City Hall. Frederick Mayor Randy McClement opened the festivities by reading a proclamation and then led the throng in the Pledge of Allegiance. This was followed by an outstanding performance of Yankee Doodle by the Fife & Drum Corps. Other guest speakers included David Brinkley representing Governor Larry Hogan, Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner, Julianna Albowitz representing Senator Barbara Milkulski, Robin Summerfield representing Senator Ben Cardin, Melissa Joseph representing Congressman Chris Van Hollen, and Maryland delegate Kathryn Afzali (a recent inductee into the DAR). We were honored to have MSSDAR Regent Carol Larkin and MDSSAR President Jim Engler present for the event. A new interpretive pane was dedicated by John Fieseler of the Frederick County Tourism Council. The panel is located on the north side of City Hall and tells the story of Frederick County s historic stand against the Stamp Act. With the outdoor ceremonies concluded, the standing room only crowd moved indoors. Here they were able to view the original court book from November,1765 with the written decision of the Twelve Immortals. A series of educational talks was presented relating the history of the events that played out in Frederick 250 years ago. Speakers were Pat Barron, Chris Haugh, Mary Mannix, and John Fieseler who moderated a lively discussion between Circuit Court Judge Theresa Adams (playing the role of Justice Thomas Beatty) and Frederick County Court Clerk Sandra Dalton (playing the role of Court Clerk John Darnall). Frederick County Sheriff Charles Jenkins enthusiastically played the part of his predecessor and arrested the court clerk as directed by the justices. The day s events were recorded by the Frederick City Audio-Visual Department and a link can be found on the city s website. A heart-felt thanks to all the people who spent many hours during the past couple of years working to bring this history alive. Submitted by First Vice President Pat Barron 3

4 PATRIOT PROFILE Samuel Phillips (Ancestor of Compatriot Lou Segaloff) Samuel Phillips was born on 25-March 25, 1742, probably in Dorchester Co., Maryland. He was the son of Thomas Phillips ( ) and Sarah Keene ( ). Sometime around 1766, he married Nancy Ann Sargent. She was born (or christened) on October 9, 1745 at St Margaret's Parish, Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Nancy Ann was the daughter of James Sargent ( ) and Eleanor Taylor ( ) who were married on 09-Dec-1735, in St. Margaret's Parish, Ann Arundel County, Maryland (now in Baltimore County). On August 9, 1770, Samuel was issued a patent for 153 acres on the west slope of Braddock Mountain originally called Blandford Lying. The property had recently belonged to his father-in-law, James Sargent, who had received a warrant for a resurvey in Samuel Phillips took the Oath of Allegiance in Ann Arundel County on September 10, 1777, the day after the Battle of Brandywine. A British fleet in the Chesapeake Bay had already landed troops under Generals Howe and Cornwallis at the northern end of the Bay. It would appear that Samuel took this invasion of Maryland territory and the Colonial defeat at Brandywine personally. Shortly thereafter, probably the same day, it would appear that Samuel enlisted in Captain Henry Dobson's Company of the 6th Maryland Regiment, Second Maryland Brigade, under the command of Colonel Otho H. Williams. His exact date of enlistment is missing, but that unit participated in the Battle of Brandywine (September 9, 1777), the Battle of Germantown (October 4, 1777), and the Battle of Monmouth (June 6, 1778). A muster roll dated September 10, 1778 shows that Samuel Phillips had advanced to the rank of sergeant. By that time Samuel had reached the ripe old age of 36 and had eight children with Nancy Ann. We do not know how long Samuel remained with the 6th Regiment, which was subsequently transferred to the Southern Command under General Nathaniel Greene. The fact that there is a gap of four years in the births of his children during the remainder of the War indicates his absence from home. Samuel was discharged on September 13, 1780, about a month after the Battle of Camden (North Carolina). He produced twelve children with Nancy Ann before her death on July 10, On December 1, 1807, the widower married Rebecca Creager Lyles (a widow) in Frederick County and produced three more children. Samuel worked his farm on the western side of the mountains at Braddock Heights until his death on July 19, At the time of his passing he had accrued a considerable estate. Some of his children migrated to Ohio and Indiana. Submitted by Compatriot Lou Segaloff On December 10, 2015, the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter swore in Albert Ellwood Werking, a new SAR member from the Williamsport, MD area. Mr. Werking s Revolutionary War patriot was William Otto, who served under Captain Norman Bruce s Company of Maryland Militia. Mr. Otto was buried in gravesite Y-53 of the Taneytown Reformed Cemetery in Taneytown, Maryland. Mr. Werking s sponsor was Larry Bishop. Those pictured standing at the ceremony from left to right: Douglas C. Favorite (past President of the MDS- SAR, and current Chapter Treasurer); Larry Bishop (past Chapter President, and current Chapter Historian); Martin L. Pat Barron (Chapter Vice President); and Ronald Harbaugh (Vice Chairman, Membership Committee). Seated is our new member, Albert E. Werking, holding his membership certificate after being pinned with the SAR Rosette. 4

5 A fine job by the Frederick Town Fife and Drum corps at the Kris Kringle parade in Frederick on December 9, Huge crowds and mild weather made for a memorable event! 5

travels ad to Independence towards National Convention in April 2016, the National Society is offering a wonderful opportunity to honor those who have been laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.

6 The Road to Independence Arlington National Cemetery Floral Tribute Form As N.S.C.A.R. travels The Road to Independence towards National Convention in April 2016, the National Society is offering a wonderful opportunity to honor those who have been laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. For a donation of $25, members, seniors, local and state societies, DAR/SAR/SR chapters or individuals may have a floral tribute placed at a designated grave marker or at any grave marker Arlington National Cemetery in tribute to a Veteran. The Road to Independence has been paved with the service and sacrifice of generations of American service members and these floral tributes will be an expression of appreciation of the members and seniors of N.S.C.A.R. Floral tributes will be placed throughout the coming months. All tributes must be received no later than January 20, To order a tribute, please fill out the form below and include payment information. All donors will be honored on the N.S.C.A.R. website, the N.S.C.A.R. magazine and at the annual National Convention in Please make sure the form is completed in its entirety. For assistance locating an individual grave marker, please use the ANC Explorer Find A Grave website at a- Grave or via the mobile app. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Grawl at beccagrawl@gmail.com. Name of Donor: Local Society and State: Donor Address: Name on Grave Marker: Grave Marker Number and Section: Please include both the section AND grave number! This information can be found on ANC Explorer. Payment Method: Check No. Credit Card Payment Visa MC American Express Discover Name on Credit Card: Credit Card Number: CVC Code: Expiration Date: Phone Number: ( ) Please submit to hq@nscar.org or C.A.R. National Headquarters, 1776 D Street NW, Room 224, Washington, D.C

The Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution invites you to our Annual George Washington Birthday Luncheon PLACE: DATE/TIME: COST: DIRECTIONS: CASH BAR: SPEAKER: Eagle s Nest (formerly

7 The Maryland Society of the Sons of the American Revolution invites you to our Annual George Washington Birthday Luncheon PLACE: DATE/TIME: COST: DIRECTIONS: CASH BAR: SPEAKER: Eagle s Nest (formerly Towson) Golf & Country Club, Stone Hill Road, Phoenix, MD Saturday, February 20, Social Time at 11:30 a.m. and Lunch at 12:30 p.m. $50.00 with a choice of Roasted Pork Loin or Chicken Piccata with tossed salad, seasonal vegetable, and Red Bliss potatoes. Dessert is sherbet. Take Exit 27B off Baltimore Beltway 695. Stay on Dulaney Valley Road past Loch Raven Reservoir cross Loch Raven Bridge, bear right to Stone Hill Road approximately 1 mile on left. There are two stone pillars at the driveway. Cash Bar starts at 11:30 am. Dr. Denver Brunsman, George Washington University, George Washington: Establishing the Presidency Colonial Uniform, Business or Military Attire welcomed. Medals and Awards will be presented including MD 400 recipients if you have donated at least $100 to the MD 400 Fund. A silent auction will be held at this event. If you have items you wish to donate, please contact Bill Batton at or mosswood2004@comcast.net RSVP by February 12 th to Gary R. Neal and send check to: MDSSAR Treasurer Gary R. Neal Post Office Box #1 Cockeysville, MD grneal@earthlink.net I will be attending the GW Luncheon: (name) I will be bringing guests. Names of guests: Please indicate your preference Pork Loin or Chicken Piccata Check enclosed for $50.00 PER PERSON for a total of $ made payable to MDSSAR.

May 2011 The HAVERSACK

May 2011 The HAVERSACK The News-Letter, of the SGT Lawrence Everhart Chapter, of the Maryland Society, of the Sons of the American Revolution In Our 90 th Year UPCOMING EVENTS MEMORIAL DAY PARADE: The