NL #67, July-August 2011

In this issue we include information about the 2011 Annual Membership Meeting and Reunion in Stillwater, Minnesota capably arranged by Cousins Tom and Kristin Delano. At the Annual Meeting, Cousin George DeLano retired as President and was ably succeeded by Cousin Muriel Cushing. We have also learned of the serious deterioration of Lt. Jonathan's gravestone. Initial plans for its restoration as well as other old gravestones of significance are being developed. Also included is information about our various members and letters of thanks from the Franklin Roosevelt Library and the Plimoth Plantation. Stories about Congressman Charles Delano at the First Battle of Bull Run and a more recent one about clam digger, Joe Delano are included. Initial planning for the 2012 Reunion in conjunction with the Fairhaven, Massachusetts Bicentennial is mentioned. A story about the Wreck of the Ship Hungarian by Cousin Muriel is featured in this issue. The month of November has some significant dates of interest... these dates are highlighted in the newsletter. To view this newsletter in it is entirety, click here