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Table of Contents ....................................................... ii
What’s in a Name? ................................................. 1-2
Chapter Officers & Quick Info ..................................... 3
State Questers Info .................................................... 4
State Questers Exec Board and Committee Chairs ... 5
Our Chapter Info and Policies ................................ 6-7
International Headquarters Info .................................. 8
International Organization Info ................................... 9
Dates to Remember ................................................. 10
Programs & Hosts 2016 - 2017 ...........................11-12
Chapter Roster ....................................................13-15
Telephone Tree ........................................................ 16
Notes Page .........................................................16-17
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Corps of Discovery #1504
“What’s in a Name?”
President Thomas Jefferson commissioned the
Corps of Discovery in 1803 and called upon his personal
secretary, US Army Captain Merewether Lewis to serve as
commander. Lewis selected his close friend, Second
Lieutenant William Clark, as his partner in the proposed
expedition to explore and map the Louisiana Purchase,
establish trade and sovereignty over the natives, find a route
to the Pacific coast and to establish US claim to the
Northwest. The Corps of Discovery was initially made up of
33 male volunteers.
In late July 1804, two months after the expedition
began following the Missouri River the Corps of Discovery
camped for several days within the area of present day
Council Bluffs, Iowa and Omaha, Nebraska. The five day
stop provided time for the repair of equipment, astronomical
observations for mapping purposes and to make contact
with Indian Chiefs.
The historic meeting, “First Council” between Lewis
and Clark and Western Indians, a small group from the Oto-
Missouri village, occurred on August 3, 1804 north of
Omaha. The Corps marched in full uniform, demonstrated
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their weapons and distributed gifts to the chiefs. Days later,
Lewis talked with Little Thief, head Chief of the Oto,
requesting they stop raids on the Omaha tribe. In March
1805, Little Thief, joined a delegation of Oto and other tribes
to meet President Jefferson in Washington D.C.
Corps of Discovery #1504 is Nebraska’s first
couples’ chapter, whose charter members are primarily
men. Several of the wives are associate members.
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Corps of Discovery #1504 Bellevue, Nebraska
Chapter Officers
President – Ben Harvey Vice President – Nancy Utman
Secretary - Bob Zielinski Treasurer – Jim Caldwell
Immediate Past President - Bob Jeffus
QUESTER MOTTO “It’s fun to search and a joy to find.”
QUESTER COLORS
ROYAL BLUE AND GOLD
INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS The Questers
210 South Quince Street Philadelphia, PA 19107-5534
Phone: 1-215-923-5183 [email protected]
Hours: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Mon.-Fri., ET
Website: www.questers1944.org
Log in: Heritage
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ABOUT OUR STATE ORGANIZATION
Nebraska’s first chapter, John G. Neihardt #427 in Wayne, was chartered in 1970. The State received her charter in 1979. There are 13 chapters and approximately 200 Questers in Nebraska. Ruth McMaster began her 2 year term as State President on June 1, 2015. She is from Nebraska City and a member of the J. Sterling Morton #1021 chapter. Ruth’s contact information:
Address: 105 N 17th St.; Nebraska City, NE 68410 Phone: 402-874-9577 Email: [email protected]
State Day is held annually in April. Date and place for the 2017 State Day is April 8 at the St. John’s Fellowship Hall, Norfolk NE. North Fork Questers #902 will be hosting.
Nebraska Questers’ voluntary donations to a Preservation and Restoration Fund provide up to $5000 in Grants presented at State Day every odd numbered year opposite the International Preservation and Restoration (P&R) grants.
The Nebraska State Council, which includes Executive Officers, Chairmen, Chapter Presidents and Past State Presidents, meets during October and at State Day in April. Executive Board meetings are held in early June and February.
“Prairie Tales” is the newsletter of the Nebraska Questers and is published twice a year, Spring and Fall, and is a privilege of membership.
“As Questers, we have a goal, dedication, a purpose, and a passion to help preserve our buildings, our
papers, and our “things” for all of us as well as those in the future. So, look around and see what we, as
Questers, can do to preserve for the future…our past and present for all generations to come. We need all of you and your talents to preserve this organization for
the future. Thank you for what you have done and plan to do in the future!”
-- Elaine Martin (J. Sterling Morton #1021) - Editor of the Nebraska Questers Prairie Tales
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2016-2017 NE Questers Executive Board and Chairs
EXECUTIVE BOARD COMMITTEE CHAIRS
PRESIDENT HISTORIAN RUTH MCMASTER SANDRA WEES-NIETO J. Sterling Morton #1021 Inheritors #771 105 N. 17
th Street 1324 N. 160 Avenue
Nebraska City, NE 68410-2217 Omaha, NE 68118 402-874-9577 402-963-9569 [email protected] [email protected]
FIRST VICE PRESIDENT NEWSLETTER EDITOR SANDY STREY ELAINE MARTIN Dome Rockers #1487 J. Sterling Morton #1021 210105 Deer Trail Dr. 5610 Harmony Court Gering, NE 69341 Lincoln, NE 68516 308-436-5144 402-261-3735 [email protected] [email protected]
SECOND VICE PRESIDENT PARLIAMENTARIAN SHERRY STUIFBERGEN JEAN BRADSHAW North Fork #902 La Belle Vue #933 602 Summit 3406 Lynnwood Drive Norfolk, NE 68701 Bellevue, NE 68123-2173 402-379-2142 402-291-3321 [email protected] [email protected]
RECORDING SECRETARY PRESERVATION & BOB ZIELINSKI RESTORATION Corps of Discovery #1504 JAN VAN NEWKIRK 7914 Maui Circle Scott’s Bluff #1346 Papillion, NE 68046 5422 Oriole Drive 402-933-7554 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 [email protected] 308-632-6002 [email protected]
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY FUND DEVELOPMENT GRETCHEN DETER None Scotts Bluff #1346 23 Brentwood Court STATE DAY 2017 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 CHAIRMAN 308-575-0126 CAROL WAGGONER [email protected] North Fork #902 1606 Bel Air Road Norfolk, NE 68701 TREASURER 402-371-7642 WAYNE ANDERSEN [email protected] Inheritors #771 301 S. 8
th Street PAST PRESIDENT
Council Bluffs, IA 51501 MILLIE MILLER 712-323-2424 Lady Crook #893 [email protected] 5218 Chicago Street Omaha, NE 68132 402-558-6023 [email protected]
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ABOUT OUR CHAPTER
Nebraska’s newest and first couples chapter, Corps of Discovery #1504, was chartered on June 2, 2014. There are 11 Charter members and 8 Associate members. The chapter was organized because several husbands of members of La Belle Vue #933 and Lady Crook #893 expressed interest in becoming Questers.
The Charter Members are Bob Jeffus, Ben Harvey, Bob Zielinski, Jim Caldwell, Friz Miller, Edson Bridges, Don Arrasmith, and Carl and Denise Seaman. During the chapter’s first year, Roger and Nancy Utman were welcomed as new members. During our second year we added Merle Puhrman (and wife Lue as associate member).
Corps of Discovery #1504 members are collectors, enjoy history and have a strong interest in preservation and restoration. Chapter member attendance at 2016 NE State Day at Omaha’s Field Club and International Convention in Des Moines, Iowa was outstanding.
INFORMATION FROM CHAPTER POLICIES:
- Chapter meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday during the months June - October and January - May, at a predetermined location and normally in the evening.
- If schools are closed due to weather, there will be no meeting.
- Active Members: Annual Chapter Dues of $35.00 shall be paid to the chapter treasurer by 1 April of each year (this amount includes chapter ($7), state ($7) and International ($21) dues.
- Associate Members: Annual Chapter Dues of $7 shall be paid to the chapter treasurer by 1 April of each year (the full $7 remains with the chapter).
- Each member couple shall hold a meeting in their home annually, or make arrangements to hold the meeting in another facility or at a different site. Member couple serves as Host and Program Planner.
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- ASK the hosts-- if you may bring a guest at least three days in advance, NOT the day of the meeting. PLEASE be considerate.
- For Meetings That Involve Trips: Group rates are determined by head count and advance reservations are required. Members and Guests reserve by paying the entrance fee (or a per-person donation set by chapter officers) on a schedule as set by the Program Chairman. Any entrance fees or donations are non-refundable. To cancel your reservation, you must inform the Program Chairman (Vice President) in advance on a schedule established by the Program Chair. Admission fees are based on a per person basis. All additional costs (lunch, parking, etc.) are the responsibility of attendees.
- RSVP regrets by notifying the chapter president and meeting hosts if you cannot attend a meeting, three days in advance, if possible.
- As total membership approaches 25, the chapter shall discuss and vote on capping total membership.
- New prospective couples members must be recommended by an active member and attend at least two out of six consecutive meetings. The President will poll members for a simple majority affirmative vote. Upon approval, the President will extend an invitation to the Prospective Members to join the chapter, and the President will provide them with copies of the By-Laws and Policies.
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THE QUESTERS INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
The Questers Headquarters resides in an 1842 Federal Period, three story brick building located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The building is certified by the Philadelphia Historical Commission as historically significant to the area. The Questers Headquarters houses our founder’s tea caddie collection, the Bess Bardens Memorial Library, and antique furnishings. A large collection of members’ study papers, DVDs and Power Point programs are available for member use. The first floor of the building is the Questers Headquarters office, the Library is located on the second floor, and the third floor offers sitting space.
The Questers Goals and Purposes
Educate by research and study of antiques
Donate funds for the preservation and restoration of artifacts, existing memorials, historic buildings, landmarks and for educational purposes.
Questers members are excited and proud to be able through voluntary donations, to fund education for graduate students: one fellowship at University of Delaware and one scholarship at Columbia. Both degrees are in the areas of conservation and restoration.
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ABOUT OUR INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION
The Questers, a national study organization, was formed in April 1944 by Jessie Elizabeth Bardens of Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. The aims of this organization are to stimulate the appreciation of antiques and to encourage preservation of historical landmarks. The Questers became officially organized in April 1950 with six chapters in Pennsylvania. Today there are over 600 chapters with approximately 10,600 members in the US and Canada.
The Questers operates as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with its fiscal year June 1st - May 31st. The organization publishes a newsletter, “The Quester Quarterly”, produces the website at www.questers1944.org, and oversees The Questers Group on Facebook.
Voluntary donations from the membership provide: A 2 year scholarship totaling $34,000 for a
student at Columbia University working toward a MS degree in Historical Preservation
A 3 year fellowship totaling $40,000 for a student at the University of Delaware/Winterthur for a MS degree in Art Conservation.
Funds for the preservation of The Questers Headquarters
P&R Grants awarded in even numbered years at Int’l Convention to chapters for their Preservation & Restoration projects. In 2016, twenty-five P&R Grants were awarded totaling $77,857.53
Our 2016-2018 INT’L PRESIDENT is Lorraine Jeffus. She is a member of La Belle Vue #933 in Bellevue, NE; and an associate member of Corps of Discovery #1504.
“A fascinating hobby, the study of antiques gives the most pleasure to those who strive to learn all they can about where, when, why and how they were made. Through the discovery and knowledge of antiques, we may bring the past to life and profit by the experiences of previous generations.” Jessie Elizabeth Bardens - Questers Founder
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DATES TO REMEMBER
July 15 - Summer issue of The Quester Quarterly mailed.
September 1, 2016 - Deadline for submitting articles for Fall issue of Prairie Tales. Send to editor.
Sept. 15 - Fall issue of The Quester Quarterly mailed
October 8, 2016 - Fall Council Meeting in Omaha, to include lunch. Location TBA.
December 1, 2016 - Winter issue of The Quester Quarterly has 2017 International Convention Registration.
February 1, 2017 - Deadline for submitting articles for Spring issue of Prairie Tales. Send to editor.
February 1, 2017 - Voluntary donations to the NE P&R Grant Fund are due to State Treasurer, Wayne Anderson 302 S. 8th Street; Council Bluffs IA 51501
February 1, 2017 – Postmark deadline for completed Nebraska State P&R Grant Applications.
February 2017 - Prairie Tales mailed to NE Questers.
February & March 2017 – Collect dues.
March 1, 2017 - Founder’s Award entries are due at Headquarters. Award topic is “KEY WEST – 500 YEARS OF HISTORY” http://www.questers1944.org/founders-award.html
March 15 - Spring issue of The Quester Quarterly mailed.
April 8, 2017 - State Day & Spring Council Meeting at St. John’s Fellowship Hall in Norfolk. Host chapter is North Fork Questers #902.
May 1, 2017 - Deadline for the International dues and membership forms to be sent to State Treasurer
May 5-7, 2017 - International Convention to be held at the St. Petersburg Bayfront (Hilton) in St. Petersburg, Florida.
June 1 - May 31 - The Questers fiscal year.
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PROGRAMS & HOSTS 2016-2017
June 28th Meeting Place: Home of the Harveys Program Title: Researching Your Family Geneaology. Host: Ben and Chalice Harvey
Jul 26th Meeting Place: Durham Museum Trolley Tour Program Title: History of Bootlegging in Omaha Time: 6:30 PM (earlier than normal meeting time) Host: Bob and Lorraine Jeffus
August 23rd Meeting Place: Joslyn Castle Program Title: Tour of the Joslyn Castle by Ron Crampton Time: 6:00 PM (earlier than normal meeting) Host: Roger and Nancy Utman.
September 27th Meeting Place: Sarpy County Museum
Program Title: The Biltmore, Asheville NC Host: Carl and Denise Seaman.
October 25th Meeting Place: Home of the Caldwells Program Title: Family History Host: Jim and Nancy Caldwell
November No Regular Meeting
December No Regular Meeting
January 24th Meeting Place: Home of the Bridges Program Title: The Life and Furniture of Wallace Nutting Host: Edson and Sally Bridges
February 28th Meeting Place: Home of Wayne Andersen (Nebraska State Treasurer) in Council Bluffs, IA Program Title: Tour A Restored Victorian Home Host: Bob and Laurel Zielinski
March 28th Meeting Place: Home of the Puhrmans Program Title: Stump Art Host: Merle and Lue Puhrman
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April 25th Meeting Place: Home of the Arrasmiths Program Title: Nebraska Sesquicentennial Host: Don and Marcie Arrasmith
May 23rd Meeting Place: Millers’ in Hooper NE Program Title: John Deere in Nebraska Host: Friz and Millie Miller
Meeting time is at 7:00 PM unless
otherwise specified in the invitation.
Emails may be used for invitations.
Host then sends invitation by USPS to those not using emails.
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CORPS OF DISCOVERY #1504 ROSTER
Arrasmith, Don & Marcie* Birthdates: Don-Dec. 21st
Marcie-July 12th 12315 Farnam Street Omaha, NE 68154 402-333-7047 (home); 402-680-6560 (Don’s cell) [email protected]
Bridges, Edson & Sally* Birthdates: Edson-Mar 11th
Sally-Aug.4th 10725 Cedar Street Omaha, NE 68124 402-391-3695
Caldwell, James “Jim” & Nancy* Birthdates: Jim-June 14th
Nancy-Aug.13th 902 Bayberry Drive Bellevue, NE 68005-4708 402-292-1295 (home); 402-996-0573 (Jim’s cell) [email protected] Nancy’s e-mail [email protected] Jim’s e-mail
Harvey, Ben & Chalice* Birthdates: Ben-Nov. 27th
Chalice-Mar 25th 3903 Fox Ridge Dr. Bellevue, NE 68123-3726 402-502-3997 (home); 402-720-8441 (Ben’s cell) [email protected] Ben’s e-mail; [email protected] Chalice’s e-mail
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Jeffus, Robert “Bob” & Lorraine* Birthdates: Bob-June 19th Lorraine-Oct. 14th 803 Bellevue Blvd. North Bellevue, NE 68005-4330 402-733-2642 (home); 402-677-7743 (Lorraine’s cell) [email protected]
Miller, L.A. Frisbie “Friz” & Millie* Birthdates: Friz-March 12th
Millie-June 6th 5218 Chicago Street Omaha, NE 68132 402-558-6023 (home); 402-650-3840 (Friz’ cell) [email protected]
Puhrman, Merle & Luella* “Lue” Birthdates: Merle-Jul. 22nd Lue-Aug. 17th 15202 Taylor Street Omaha, NE 68116 402-496-4505 (home); 319-400-2608 (cell) [email protected]
Seaman, Carl & Denise Birthdates: Carl-Aug. 21st Denise-Aug. 28th 2505 Lynnwood Drive Bellevue, NE 68123 402-981-9060 (Carl’s cell); 402-981-9050 (Denise’s cell) [email protected]
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Utman, Roger & Nancy Birthdates: Roger-October 2nd Nancy-April 7th 12204 South 78th Street Papillion, NE 68046 402-658-1167 (Roger’s cell); 402-658-1168 (Nancy’s Cell) [email protected] Roger e-mail [email protected] Nancy e-mail
Zielinski, Robert “Bob” & Laurel* Birthdates: Bob-May 10th Laurel-March 7th 7914 Maui Circle Papillion, NE 68046-5621 402-933-7554 (home); 1-703-967-5040 (Laurel’s cell); 1-703-967-1493 (Bob’s cell) [email protected] Bob e-mail; [email protected] Laurel e-mail
Associate member - * asterisk by name
Charter members – underlined
Historical Advisor – Ben Justman, Executive Director of
the Sarpy County Museum Office: 402-292-1880 1-847-703-7508 (cell)
[email protected] Ben’s birthdate – Nov. 30th
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Corps of Discovery #1504 TELEPHONE TREE (for members without email addresses)
Bob and Lorraine Jeffus (CALLER) 402-733-2642
Bridges 402-391-3695
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