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1 Volume 1, Issue 1 July 2006 The Vermont Patriot T H E N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E V E R M O N T S O C I E T Y, S O N S O F T H E A M E R I C A N R E V O L U T I O N P r e s i d e n t & M r s. F a l l o n A t t e n d t h N a t i o n a l C o n g r e s s i n T e x a s F O R M E R V I C E - P R E S I D E N T G E N E R A L & V E R M O N T C O M P A T R I O T A N D M R S. R O N A L D N E W T O N A T - T E N D O S E R G E A N T G E O F F R E Y C O L B Y O F T H E V E R - M O N T S O C I - E T Y C O L O R G U A R D A L S O P R E S E N T V T S S A R C O L O R G U A R D C O M P A T R I O T S A R E P A R T O F N S S A R C O L O R G U A R D Color Guard Members Sergeant Geoffrey Colby and President Fallon were part of the National Society Sons of the American Revolution Color Guard. Their Green Mountain uniforms attracted much approving attention among Congress goers. A rev war researcher commented on the authenticity of the Green Mountain uniforms. In the Memorial Service procession at the Perkins Chapel of Southern Methodist Universitythe state flags were duly carried in the order of the achievement of statehood. Sgt. Colby carried the Green Mountain flag. Compatriot Fallon carried the Vermont flag, marching side by side in the 14th place. The VTSSAR Color Guard also processed at the opening ceremonies and at the PG and Mrs. Roland Downing gala. VTSSAR President Arnold E. Fallon, Jr. and his lovely wife Becky represented the Vermont Society at the 116th National Congress of the National Society, Sons of the American Revolution. Over four hundred compatriots and their guests converged upon the Hotel Intercontinental Dallas, located in Addison, Texas for this momen- tous week of meetings, voting, activities, and fun. The Congress was held from July 7th-July 12th, Society were Chaplain General and Mrs. Geoffrey Gunther Colby. Chaplain General a Trustee and Compatriot Colby as Alter- of the National Congress. Also representing the Vermont David Hockensmith and Mr. Hockensmith was confirmed as nate Trustee by the delegates The Vermont Society and Presi- dent Fallon were recognized from the podium of the National Congress for obtaining a proclamation from Gov- ernor James Douglas of President and Mrs. Fallon attend the gala hosted Vermont. The procla- by President General and Mrs. Roland Downing on mation of congratulation was generously given in Tuesday evening recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the granting of the NSSARs charter by the United States Congress. The proclamation by Governor Douglas was presented to President General Downing and will ultimately go to the National Societys museum in Louisville, Kentucky. Former Vice President General of the New England District and Mrs. Ronald Newton were also benevolent ambassadors for our Green Mountain contingent, offering a kind and thoughtful presence for all of our Green Mountain attendees. C h a p l a i n - G e n e r a l H o c k e n s m i t h i s H o n o r e d A social highpoint of the week was the Vermont Society Reception honoring Chaplain-General & Vermont Compatriot Rev. David Hockensmith. This warmly received event was held in the Waterford Room of the Hotel Intercontinental Dallas. The room, with its pale rose walls and attractive gas-style lamps at the tables, gave the room a New England feel. Sergeant Colby installed the Bennington and Green Mountain flags about the room. A table with Vermont stickers, a Vermont Society photo album, and other Vermont items, shouted Vermont and thus presented a suitable and fitting backdrop for this time of honoring our Vermont Society brother, Rev. David Hockensmith. The reception was held on Monday July 10th at 4:30 pm. Compatriots and their wives from throughout the country filled the room, appreciating the opportunity to share in (continued on P. 5)

P a g e 2 T h e V e r m o n t P a t r i o t The VTSSAR warmly welcomes the following new Compatriots of the VTSSAR: Chad Jackman Cloud Matthew Bonard Cloud Paul Dakin Daniel Kraft Derrick Morrison

2 P a g e 2 T h e V e r m o n t P a t r i o t The VTSSAR warmly welcomes the following new Compatriots of the VTSSAR: Chad Jackman Cloud Matthew Bonard Cloud Paul Dakin Daniel Kraft Derrick Morrison Fallon John T. Manning Stephen C. Seachord, Sr. Guy Wallis Michael James Weston H a p p e n i n g s Vermont Society Attending Gravemarkings Patriots James Abbott, Newbury, VT 6/2/2006 William Abbott, N. Haverhill, NH 6/2/2006 Nathan Smith, Jr., Kirby, VT 6/26/2006 You will be receiving information regarding the Mount Independence, VT get-together. Rev. Hockensmith has provided this advance info: SATURDAY, September 16, am: Gather for tour-mt. Independence Noon: Picnic Lunch. Beverages provided. Bring your own lunch. Sandwiches can be purchased at Hawks or Buxtons, stores in Orwell, VT. 1:30 pm Cruise lower Lake Champlain on the Carillon for 1 1/2 hours. Historical narrative given. Adults: $18.00 Children: $10.00 VTSSAR COLOR GUARD MARCHED TO SETH WARNER MEMORIAL IN BENNINGTON ON MAY 13th Over 4300 Patriots Are Buried in Vermont. Let us never forget the sacrifices they made. PATRIOT PROFILES Ensign Josiah Perry, interred at Grandview Cemetery, Shaftsbury, Vermont. According to Walter H. Crockett Historian Vermont S.A.R (letter of March 1, 1911 submitted by S. Wendt):.was a sergeant in Captain Bigelow Lawrences Company of Colonel Herricks regiment of militia and served 17 days during the alarm of Ensign Josiah Perry of Captain Bigelow Lawrences company and Colonel Walbridges regiment commanded a company consisting of two other officers and twelve men in assisting the sheriff of Windham County in September Samuel Winslow, interred We would like to include many more Patriot Profiles for future issues of The Vermont Patriot. Please submit to Arnold E. Fallon, Jr., Editor. at South Ridge Cemetery, Sutton, Vermont. At the Battle of Bennington. Among his many associations and patriot activities: Regiment of Col. John Stark; At Fort Ticonderoga and encamped at Mount Independence, VT; New Hampshire Militia; At Winter Hill, Charlestown MA. At Fort #4, NH. Winslow is a patriot ancestor of Stephen Seachord, TXSSAR & VTSSAR. A Thank You to The Colbys Thank you, Liisa and Geoff Colby. The Colbys were instrumental in organizing the Vermont Society reception for Rev. Hockensmith. In addition, Geoff traveled with Vermont items and flag equipment for use at Congress. J o t t i n g s National Ladies Auxiliary Sons of the American Revolution Becky Fallon, Stephanie Hockensmith, and National Ladies Auxiliary Secretary Helen Newton attended auxiliary meetings at National Congress in Texas. Lady Becky invites sisters, wives, nieces, mothers, and grandmothers, in essence, female relatives of Vermont compatriots, to join this important organization of the NSSAR. For further Information, please Becky at tfchange@yahoo.com. AEF Remembering Our Patriots Should you have a thought about remembering a patriot through memorial, press, gravemarking, lecture, or other avenueplease an officer of the Society so we may support your effort.

V o l u m e 1, I s s u e 1 P a g e 3 U n v e i l i n g o f P l a q u e o n A u g u s t 1 9 t h Ribbon Cutting at the restored Ethan Allen Tower on Saturday, August 13th, 2005 ONE of the biggest days

volunteers, benefactors, and participants brought the community together for the Ethan Allen Tower Centennial Celebration.

3 V o l u m e 1, I s s u e 1 P a g e 3 U n v e i l i n g o f P l a q u e o n A u g u s t 1 9 t h Ribbon Cutting at the restored Ethan Allen Tower on Saturday, August 13th, 2005 ONE of the biggest days in the history of the VTSSAR occurred last summer when Charley Foell, Wayne Foell, Ann and David Arms of the Chittenden County Historical Society, Burlington Parks and Recreation, and a host of volunteers, benefactors, and participants brought the community together for the Ethan Allen Tower Centennial Celebration. Built by the Vermont Society, SAR in 1905, the Ethan Allen Tower is reflective of the Vermont Societys strength and patriotic spirit. A landmark of Burlington, it stands high above the city, a respectful reminder of Vermonts patriot past, also a signature monument of Burlington today. The unveiling of a plaque honoring the benevolence and philanthropy of those who did so much to make the Ethan Allen Centennial Celebration a success, will occur on Saturday, August 19th, 2006 at 10:00 am at the Ethan Allen Tower, Ethan Allen Park, Burlington, Vermont. See you there! A F u l l D a y o n t h e 1 9 t h The day begins at 8:30 am. Board of Managers will meet at the Bagel Café at the Ethan Allen Shopping Center to map out the schedule for the year. Compatriot input is needed. If you have a suggestion for an activity or event we should be a part of for the coming year please attend. If you cannot attend, please Arnie at arniefallon@yahoo.com with President & Mrs. Fallon attended the festive banquet on the 18th. President Fallon gave greetings from the VTSSAR along with Vermontyour suggestion. The Bagel Café is located at the Ethan Allen Shopping Center, North Ave., Burlington. 10:00 am is plaque unveiling at Ethan Allen Tower, Ethan Allen Park, North Avenue, Burlington. At 11:00 am, we will place a wreath at the gravesite of Ethan Allen at Green Mount Cemetery. The cemetery is located on Colchester, Ave., Burlington. T- Bones is the site for Lunch and Talk by David Arms about the history of the Tower. T-Bones is in Colchester, VT, off Exit 16 of I-89. Lunch is $ Check and Reservation by Aug. 15th: Charles Foell 976 North Ave., Burlington, VT cfoell@adelphia.net AT A GLANCE Sat. Aug 19th-Burlington 8:30 am Board of Managers Meeting at Bagel Café-All Compatriots Welcome! 10:00 am Unveiling of Plaque at Ethan Allen Tower 11:00 am Wreathlaying at Ethan Allen Gravesite, Green Mount Cemetery 12:30 pm Lunch at T- Bones, Colchester. Talk by David Arms about the History of the Tower N e w E n g l a n d R e g i o n a l M e e t i n g o f t h e C A R Mount Snow Grand Summit Hotel, West Dover, VT was the site of the Children of the American Revolution 48th Annual New England Region Meeting, July 17th-18th, DAR State Regent, Mrs. Raymond Gray. Vermont Compatriots Daniel Kraft and Ronald Newton & Mrs. Newton were also in attendance. Dan is Senior National 2nd VP of National Society, CAR. Ron is Sr. State President for Maine CAR; Helen is Sr. State Treasurer for Maine CAR. Helen & Ron Newton at Mount Snow, Vermont

4 P a g e 4 T h e V e r m o n t P a t r i o t P O O L, B A R B E C U E, & R O D E O Becky and I arrived for Congress on Friday July 7th. We flew from Albany, New York to Dallas with a switch in Philadelphia. The first order of recreational business was to get to the pool. The sun was Texas hot but nothing the pool couldnt tame. We then dressed in our western best and boarded the buses for the town of Mesquite, Texas, home of the Mesquite Rodeo. We dined near the air conditioned indoor rodeo arena having a very tender pork barbecue and sausage that was more like steak seemingly no fat. The western beans were in an interesting barbecue hot sauce nothing like Ive ever hadso good and the beans served al dente. Honest potato salad and nourishing cole slaw were just plain GOOD! Unbeatable peach cobbler for dessert. Shored up with the mighty barbecueit was time to take our seats. The Mesquite Rodeo is a big time rodeo and it lived up to its reputation. It had everything you would expect from a rodeo and more! A bull and horse walked up a ramp to the top of a huge vehicle and did a series of incredible stances! Bull riding.barrel Racing! Wrangling! WOW! Center for Advancing Americas Heritage Mr. Dollar Campaign A dollar will be collected from each compatriot at each meeting for the coming year. We will send VTSSAR donation to National for this vital endeavor. V e r m o n t S o c i e t y A n n u a l M e e t i n g The Annual Meeting of the Vermont Society was held at the Mount Anthony Country Club, Bennington, Vermont on May 13th. Compatriots enjoyed the Roast Turkey! Officers Elected and Committeemen are as follows: President: Arnold E. Fallon, Jr. of North Bennington, VT 1st Vice-President: Wayne Foell of Essex Junction, VT 2nd Vice President: Rev. David Hockensmith of Morgan, VT Secretary and Treasurer: Charles Foell II of Burlington, VT Chaplain: Rev. David Hockensmith Registrar: Robert Rodgers of New Haven, VT; Asst. Registrar, Thomas McKenna Chancellor: Jeremy Hockensmith, Esq., Keene, NH National Trustees David Hockensmith; Geoffrey Colby of Jamaica Plain, MA, Alternate Trustee Color Guard: Commander Mak Keyes; of Chelsea, VT Sgt. Geoffrey Colby Rev War Graves Committee: Robert Rodgers; Arnold E. Fallon, Jr. (new committee) Medals Committee: Ronald Newton; David Hockensmith Eagle Scout Award Program: Edward Sprague Good Citizenship Awards for Vermont Schools: Arnold E. Fallon, Jr.; Robert Rodgers (new committee) Education Committee: Robert Rodgers and Arnold E. Fallon, Jr. (new committee) Flag Recognition: Donald Andrus; Geoffrey Colby CAR Liaison: Geoffrey Colby ROTC: Lt. Col. Thomas McKenna Historian/Archivist:: Owen Boardman Piper: William Creamer Tunbridge: Wayne Foell Knight Essay: Ronald Newton (new committee) WEBSITE: Charles Foell II NOTE: President Fallon wishes to appoint a Capital Fund Chairman. If you are interested in serving in this capacity, or wish to recommend a gentleman for this position, please advise. In addition, a committee will be formed that will actively raise funds for the Society. C o m p a t r i o t N e w s Thomas Elgan of Chester, VT is seeking ways to acknowledge patriot gravesites in the Chester area. In addition to being a Vermont compatriot, Thomas is associated with the Grafton Historical Society. Vermont compatriot Oura L. Swart, also of the Alabama Society, a former Vermont Society trustee, was in attendance at National Congress. President Fallon, in Green Mountain uniform, conveyed NSSAR Good Citizenship Awards at Awards Night of Grace Christian School, Bennington, to Grace students Michael Stearns and Corbin Dean on June 15th. Thomas McKenna lectured at the Vermont History Expo in June about Rev War and Civil War Pension Records. Robert Rodgers presented ROTC award at UVM in May. VISIT VTSSAR WEBSITE

V o l u m e 1, I s s u e 1 P a g e 5 V E R M O N T L A D I E S G R A C E T H E C O N G R E S S At the Hockensmith

Helen Newton N o t a b l e N o t e s Seth Warner Memorial Wreath Grateful appreciation is extended to Compatriot and Mrs.

grounds of the Bennington Battle Monument on May 13th.

Cemetery in Point Loma, CA for the sixty-two sailors who lost their lives as a result of an explosion aboard the USS

The 1700-ton gunboat of the Yorktown class had arrived in San Diego from Hawaii for a weekend liberty.

..the ship was ordered back to sea to escort the monitor Wyoming, which had broken down, to Port Harford.

am, an explosion occurred in the port fire-room.

compartments and deck spaces. Sixty-two sailors perished Sgt. Geoffrey Colby, Green Mountain Regt.

5 V o l u m e 1, I s s u e 1 P a g e 5 V E R M O N T L A D I E S G R A C E T H E C O N G R E S S At the Hockensmith Reception: Far Right: L. to R. Stephanie Hockensmith Becky Fallon L. Becky Fallon R. Helen Newton N o t a b l e N o t e s Seth Warner Memorial Wreath Grateful appreciation is extended to Compatriot and Mrs. Michael Cloud for their creation of the native white pine and floral wreath offered at the Seth Warner ceremonies on the grounds of the Bennington Battle Monument on May 13th. COMPATRIOTS of the San Diego Chapter of the SAR are having a memorial service on July 22, 2006 at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in Point Loma, CA for the sixty-two sailors who lost their lives as a result of an explosion aboard the USS Bennington on July 21, The 1700-ton gunboat of the Yorktown class had arrived in San Diego from Hawaii for a weekend liberty. An advance program for the memorial indicates:...the ship was ordered back to sea to escort the monitor Wyoming, which had broken down, to Port Harford. Having completed the dirty job of coaling, the ship was raising steam to depart San Diego on Friday, July 21 and at 10:38 am, an explosion occurred in the port fire-room. The ship shook violently for several seconds, and then large volumes of steam and ashes filled most of the living compartments and deck spaces. Sixty-two sailors perished Sgt. Geoffrey Colby, Green Mountain Regt. of the New England Contingent, represented the regiment in June at Bunker Hill Day (MA). NSSAR Color Guard Before Memorial Service at SMU H O C K E N S M I T H R E C E P T I O N (Cont. from P. 1) acknowledging the quiet philanthropy and ministry of encouragement that are hallmarks of Davids generous persona. President Fallon addressed the assembly in gratitude for David and his wonderful wife Stephanie. David also offered remarks with a jovial tone: much appreciated by the guests. L. to R. Stephanie & David Hockensmith; Arnold Fallon

6 The Vermont Patriot invites submissions: The Vermont Patriot Arnold E. Fallon, Jr., Editor and Writer 68 Bank Street North Bennington, Vermont VT HISTORY EXPO Mak Keyes, Ron Newton, Robert Rodgers, Thomas McKenna, FOR MEMORIAL DAY HUZZAHS TO UNDERHILL, VERMONT PARADE PARTICIPANTS: Mak, Owen, Geoff, and Charley!! Membership Brochure: A tasteful membership brochure has been designed by Liisa and Geoff Colby. We are thankful for their kindness in developing and printing the brochure. IN MEMORIAM Samuel Moffitt Eppley Edwin Loren Little Darby Gary Livingston Charles Foell II, and Geoffrey Colby manned the VTSSAR table at the VT History Expo in June at Tunbridge, VT. Mr. & Mrs. Geoffrey Colby and Charles Foell II participated in the parade there. Wayne Foell was coordinator of VTSSAR presence. Thank you, Liisa! Thank You, Gentlemen! T H E N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E V E R M O N T S O C I E T Y, S O N S O F T H E A M E R I C A N R E V O L U T I O N A r n o l d E. F a l l o n, J r. 6 8 B a n k S t r e e t N o r t h B e n n i n g t o n, V T The Vermont Patriot Newsletter of The Vermont Society, Sons of the American Revolution Inaugural Edition

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