November 3, 2001 

Last Week’s Program... 
Joe Ford entertained Owensboro Rotarians on Halloween by telling some true stories and some ghost stories. Mr. Ford is no stranger to Owensboro or Rotary. He has broadcasted weekly radio programs, written weekly and monthly newspaper columns, published several books, helped establish the Owensboro Area Museum in 1966 and retired as Director in 1987. He and his wife, Grace, presently host a monthly topical television broadcast on Channel 51. He also writes columns for the Messenger-Inquirer and the McLean County News. Joe told stories about people being buried alive in the 1800's, and in particular the story about little Max Hoffman, a five-year-old cholera victim. After Max was pronounced dead and buried, his mother kept dreaming he was alive. His mother insisted that the grave of Max be opened. Max was indeed alive! He was revived and lived until he was 87 years old. Mr. Ford declares that the oldest ghost story ever recorded is written in the Bible. I Samuel tells of a witch that summoned Samuel from the grave. He encouraged all to read it for themselves.

We thank Mr. Ford for not "tricking" us but "treating" us with his stories. We appreciate his making Halloween special for Owensboro Rotary.

Attendance: 97

Highest Attendance This Year: 124

Invocation, Pledge & 4-Way Test: David Edds, Sr.

Fellowship Report: Donna Risley

Introduction of Guests: Sgt. Tim Alton guest of Tim Bradshaw

Introduction of New Member: Keith Cain was welcomed as a new member and was introduced by Donna Risley.

Proposed New Member: Mark Millsap of Physician's Eye Center.

Meeting Makeups: Noel Maddox at Breakfast Rotary

Thought for the Week: Far away there in the sunshine, are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they may lead. - Louisa May Alcott

YOUR PRESIDENT SPEAKS: 
"So when you ask, 'Can Rotarians do anything?' I answer: They can do everything!"--Bill Moyers, Journalist, former press secretary to U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson, and Rotary Foundation Alumnus. Spoken many years ago, these words truly capture the spirit of the Rotary Foundation's mission which is: "To support the efforts of Rotary International in the fulfillment of the Object of Rotary, Rotary's mission, and the achievement of world understanding peace through local, national, and international humanitarian, educational, and cultural programs." The Rotary Foundation provides clubs the opportunity to participate in and contribute to programs that make a real difference in the lives of people around the globe. It also enables Rotarians to increase world understanding and peace through meaningful cooperation with other clubs around the world. Participation in Rotary Foundation activities can help attract and retain members. November is Rotary Foundation Month, and it is a good time to review the outstanding programs supported by Rotary International through the Foundation. These include PolioPlus, Health/Hunger/Humanity (3-H) Grants, New Opportunities Grants, Community Assistance Grants, Discovery Grants, Grants for Volunteers, Disaster Relief Grants, Humanitarian Transportation Grants, Peace Grants as well as Ambassadorial Scholarships, Grants for University Teachers, Centers for International Studies, Group Study Exchange Awards, and Foundation Alumni.

As we know, Loretta Williams, District Governor of #6710, has challenged us to save our quarters until we each have $100 to contribute to the Rotary Foundation. She gave our club 200+ film canisters for members to use to save quarters for the $100, although she said a check for $100 would work nicely. According to Loretta, "RI President Richard King has asked all Rotarians to achieve a per capita giving of at least $100 to the Rotary Foundation. If we do this, we can do twice the service to mankind that we do now. This is a very special year, because the contributions we bring in for the Rotary Foundation during the coming year will be the funds that will finance our projects and programs in 2004-5--Rotary's Centennial. Therefore, the amount that we raise will determine the scope of the projects that we will be able to offer around the world to bring to life the ideal of service through the Rotary Foundation." At this time, nine members of Owensboro Rotary have made their $100 contributions to Rotary International. They are: Jeff Ebelhar, Hugh Gilbert, Henry Payne, Don Pinkley, Ed Pulliam, Charles Ralph, Donna Risley, Frank Yarbrough, and Marilyn Brookman. Why not join with us and give your $100 to Rotary International as soon as possible?

Have a great week!

Marilyn

SPECIAL THANKS TO...
• The Monthly Celebration Committee did a really nice job with the Halloween decorations. Special thanks to Ed Pulliam, Millie Killian, and Pat Berry.
• Sim Davenport's Halloween Humor was great! Thanks, Sim for Making Halloween more fun!

ROTARY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
• Kirk Kirkpatrick announced that on Wednesday, November 14, our Club will meet at the Executive Inn for Philanthropy Day. When your invitation arrives and you respond on attending, be sure to indicate you are with Owensboro Rotary. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Time is 11:30 a.m.
• STONES AND BONES EVENT... On Friday, November 9, the Owensboro Area Museum of Science and History will hold its annual membership/fund raising banquet and special activities evening, the "Stones and Bones Event." Special thanks to several Owensboro Rotarians who are helping with the event: Ross Leazenby, who is chairing the event and who has tickets, Ed Allen, Marilyn Brookman, Sim Davenport, Steve Gardner, Millie Killian, Jim Ed Oberst, and Becky O'Bryan.
• The sports bag of gifts from Area Bank and Darrell Higginbotham was won by Candance Brake by answering correctly one of Sim Davenport's Halloween Humor riddles. Congratulations, Candance! On November 7, we will have two door prizes! As a part of the Kentucky Wesleyan College anniversary program, two basketball season tickets for bleacher seats for all home games will be given away, courtesy of Wes Poling and KWC. The tickets are valued at $100 each! The second door prize will be a gift certificate for a delicious smoked turkey from Old Hickory Pit Bar-B-Q Restaurant--compliments of Harl Foreman. What a nice Thanksgiving gift!
• Bruce Brubaker announced that Kentucky Wesleyan College will play the Harlem Globetrotters on Sunday, November 3, at the Sports Center.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO...
Larry Mercer - November 3
Jane Noble - November 6
Lynda Tabor - November 6
Ted Lolley - November 9

ROTARY REMINDERS...
• Don't forget to make up your missed meetings at breakfast Rotary at 7 on Tuesday mornings at Moonlite Barbecue.
• The Program Chairman for November is Stu Silberman.
• Tish Correa-Osborne will be at the Fellowship Table in November.
• If you have an email address and are not receiving the Impetus online, please send an email to kim@mediaworksadvertising.com and you will be added to the Rotary email address list.
• Log on to Rotary’s website at www.owensbororotary.org. You’ll find our current member directory, photos of new members, past copies of the Impetus, some interesting history, and more!

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UPCOMING PROGRAMS
November 14: Executive Inn - Philanthropy Day
November 21: Todd Love - Minister’s Thanksgiving Message
November 28: Larry Vick - Superintendent of OPS

2001 - 2002 OWENSBORO ROTARY CLUB OFFICERS
President: Marilyn Brookman
Vice President: Larry Mercer
Secretary: Jeff Ebelhar
Treasurer: Bob Nation
Directors: Sim Davenport, Bill Dexter, David Edds, Jr., Tom Smith, Darrell Higginbotham, Pat McFarling, Jane Noble

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