Volume 38, #9 September, 2006

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1 Volume 38, #9 September, 2006 We have 2 very important events in September. The first is the annual club picnic at the Narrows Park in Council Bluffs. It would be great to see a large turn out of Model A Fords, but even modern iron will be welcome. Don't forget to make your reservation now! We need to have a head count by Monday check the upcoming events for more info. On September 23, plan to attend the Classics at the Crossing car show at Nebraska Crossing in Gretna. This will be much, much more than a car show. When we call for volunteers, please be available to help. We will need a good turn out of our club members and invite your friends to attend. The Speedway Motors Museum tour was one of the highlights of the summer tour season. Special thanks to Don Graves for arranging this great tour. They display everything from racing engines and cars to pedal cars, signed guitars and 900 lunch boxes on 3 floors. Your last chance for an overnight tour this year will be Oct 6th thru 8th. Sign up at the meeting or call me. Tech talk at the September meeting is a 20 minute movie called "The New Ford Car " See you at the meeting, The ladies will be having a show and tell of era hats and purses. You may bring and hats and purses that are interesting even if they are not Model A era. 1 Mary s Library Corner There are lots of great books and videos available to be checked out come and see for yourself. For Library hours please call Mary

2 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 SATURDAY 2 10 *Club Picnic Don Graves s Birthday Board Mtg. 6:00 Graves Regular Meeting Earnest s Anniversary 11 7:30pm *Hwy Litter Pickup Bradshaw s Anniversary 21 *Eat out- Bohemian Café 7:00pm *Classics at the Crossing Car Show * Means there is more information elsewhere in this newsletter 1929 Engine in good running condition, complete with water pump, 4 blade fan, all water castings, both manifolds, clutch and transmission. Low mileage since early 70 s overhaul. Also includes 4 wheel, steel motor floor cart. Call Mike ($1500) 1 pair restored 1929 Nebraska License Plates, # Contact John O Loughlin, or LO@austin.rr.com Model A's for Sale 1929 Tudor Sedan full restoration about 10 years ago. Low miles Closed Cab Pickup, mostly restored 1928 Leatherback Fordor Sedan twin wheel well fenders & trunk on the rear. Older restoration, but still runs great Leatherback Fordor Sedan apart & needs restoration. New LeBaron Bonney upholstery & brown top kit, 5 new Firestone WW tires and other new parts For more information on any of these cars, call Don Graves,

3 At our August meeting Audrey Freyer brought her collection of era jewelry that she has, along with that the ladies brought some very interesting pieces. Dave Beckman gave a great tech talk on his canons that he has made. The guys also talked about reproduction parts that are no good. The Winner of the Tool Bag raffle was El Gertner. 3

4 We had a super tour on the 20 th. We started with the I-80 Shrine. Then on to the Soaring Wings Winery where we tasted some really good wines (and some different wines) but of course everybody has his or her own personal taste. Then it was off to the park for a picnic one adventurous couple (the Gertners) did manifold cooking during the tour did that look good or what!!!!!!. Of course we had to end the day with a stop for Ice Cream. 4

September 4 th Septemberfest Labor Day parade 10:00am. September 9 th Regular Club Meeting 7:30pm (See back page for address and map) Please note club activities are in blue.

5 September 4 th Septemberfest Labor Day parade 10:00am. September 9 th Regular Club Meeting 7:30pm (See back page for address and map) Please note club activities are in blue. Date changes are marked in red. September 10 th - Club picnic at the Narrows State Park Council Bluffs, Iowa 1-3pm. The address is 1699 N 25 th St. The club is furnishing everything BUT WE NEED TO HAVE A HEAD COUNT SO THAT WE HAVE ENOUGH FOOD, IF YOU HAVE NOT YET SIGNED UP WE NEED TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE COMING SO PLEASE CALL - ELAINE AT OR BOB AT THE DEADLINE IS SUNDAY SEPT. 3 RD. 5

6 September 16 th We have scheduled our fall Highway Litter pickup, meet at the Cubby s gas station in Bennington at 10:00am. Be sure and sign up at the next club meeting. September 17 th Tour to Desoto Bend. This tour has been cancelled due to not enough interest. September 21 st Eat out at the Bohemian Café 1406 S. 13 th St. 7:00pm September 23 rd Classics at the Crossing Car show hosted by the Meadowlark Club. Open to all cars and trucks. Located at Nebraska Crossing, Exit 432 off I-80. October 6 th 8 th - Tour to Ashfall Fossil Beds, Neleigh, NE. October 6th to 8th The main attraction of our fall tour will be the Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park. This geological site northwest of Norfolk contains the intact skeletons of many rhinos, horses, camels, birds, etc. that were killed 12 million years ago by ash from a volcano in Idaho. The ash, which was powdered glass, has preserved the animal skeletons not just in pieces like you usually see them, but as whole skeletons. This should be an educational and interesting tour. Of course, we will do our usual scouting out of good places to eat and have fun along the way. The plan is to leave Friday afternoon, spend the night in Norfolk, and visit the Ashfall Beds on Saturday morning. Some other potential nearby attractions are still under investigation for Saturday afternoon and evening. We will travel home on Sunday. Save the date and let us know if you are interested in joining the tour. Sign up at the meeting or call Don & Janet Graves ( ). October 19 th Eat out at Pizza King, 1101 N. Broadway in Council Bluffs 7:00pm. 6

Monthly meetings are now at the Douglas County Health Center. See map and directions below.

They are also invited to submit technical Model A information and other interesting tidbits. Material should reach the editor by the last Saturday of the month.

7 Monthly meetings are now at the Douglas County Health Center. See map and directions below. This is the official publication of the Meadowlark Chapter of the Model A Restorers Club (MARC) and the Model A Ford Club of America (MAFCA).This monthly newsletter is mailed to members, prospective members, and editors of similar publications. Its purpose is to keep you informed about what has taken place and to remind you of future activities. Members may publish at no cost, ads for items wanted, for sale, or trade. They are also invited to submit technical Model A information and other interesting tidbits. Material should reach the editor by the last Saturday of the month. MONTLHY MEETINGS: Second Saturday of each month (except January) at 7:30PM at the Douglas County Health Center in the Town Hall. 42 nd & Woolworth Ave Officers President Bob McKinney VP/ Pres. Elect Dave Beckman Secretary Elaine Blecha Treasurer Millie Jankowski Board Members Larry Blecha Don Graves Ed Jankowski Don Noodell Bob Rand Membership dues for the Meadowlark Club are $24.00 per year prorated monthly for new members. Membership in one of the national clubs is required. You may join both national clubs if you wish. MAFCA dues are $30.00 per year and MARC dues are $35.00 per year. Prospective Members: Please call Membership Chairman, Don Graves, ( ) for more information. Club web address:

Volume 40, #7 July, Well summer is definitely upon us. I hope those that had storm damage have gotten their homes and lives back to normal.

Volume 40, #7 July, Well summer is definitely upon us. I hope those that had storm damage have gotten their homes and lives back to normal. Volume 40, #7 July, 2008 President s Message We had a busy past month with many different events. The economy run, Kansas Flint Hills tour, our 22 nd Annual Omaha Ford Show, Eat-out at Petrow s, Fremont