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Commander’s Report
Well our 8th Civil War Relic Show and 124th MS Division
SCV Reunion is upon us! Please make plans to be available on June
7th , 8th , & 9th. We need you to register for the reunion and help
with the relic show! This show and reunion will make you proud!
Remember to bring $13.50 for the buffet. The OCR meets at 5pm, we
eat at 6pm, and the SCV meeting starts at 7pm. – Tim Cupit
Unfinished Business
- Adopt minutes from May 4th, Motion, 2nd, Discussion, Vote.
- Did everyone sign in & get a door prize ticket?
- www.scv265.com and Facebook stats from Chris Merck– Tell us
about your travels!
- 1st Thursday Coin Club Meeting at the Brandon Library at 6:30pm
hosted by Ed Lofton & draw for first door prize
- OCR Report by Brandi Gray
- Camp polo shirts– Lynn Gaskin
- Trail of Honor Report On May 4th, a mighty unusual event occurred... we found
- Candidate Speeches: Two Minutes Each
- Is there any other unfinished business? ourselves in the company of a real-life blue-coat officer!
General Benjamin H. Grierson made an appearance and
New Business spoke about raids conducted in Mississippi. It is rumored
- 2019 MS Division SCV Reunion & Relic Show Review
- We need a head count for the buffet in July
that he escaped the meeting with his hide intact.
- Door Prizes
- Open Floor Keep up with what’s happening in and around
- Close the meeting with prayer at approx. 8:40pm Camp 265 by checking out the official
- Pass The Hat Rankin Rough & Ready’s Facebook page!
PLEASE HELP WITH CLEAN UP! http://www.facebook.com/scv265
Commander’s Quote:
“If it’s important to you, you’ll find a way.
If not- you’ll find an excuse.”
CHAPLAIN’S REPORT ADJUTANT’S REPORT
by Tom Fortenberry by Charles Lewis
"What a cruel thing war is.... to fill our hearts with hatred instead of
love for our neighbors." –Robert E. Lee
GREAT NEWS FROM THE Forty eight people signed in for door prizes at the May meeting.
Commemorative coins, historical coins, books, etc... If you would like a
FRONT LINE FOR ALL OF US! chance at winning an awesome door prize, come to a meeting.
On May 15th a 2K Walk and Roll was held at the V.A. Hospital in Jackson
The Sons of Confederate Veterans and the Order of the to raise awareness of our homeless veterans. Socks and toiletries were
Confederate Rose both consist of members organized like an collected to be given to them. A special thank you to Jeremy Bowlin for
army with elected leadership from the members. Though the the cash donation to purchase items, and to Brayden Gray for representing
the camp and participating in the walk.
SCV and the OCR do not carry weapons for the purpose of
inflicting injury to others, they are equipped with a desire to Then on May 16th my wife and I were honored to have been invited on
follow those who stood on the front of battle by which we behalf of the MAF OCR and the Rankin Rough & Ready's SCV to the
continue to remember them today. V.A. luncheon honoring volunteers for their dedication and commitment to
making a difference in Veterans lives. We were proud to accept the awards
on behalf of the camp and OCR chapter.
The scripture tells us; Pro. 22: 6, “Train up a child the way he
should go and when he is old he shall not depart from it.” On May 18th the camp held it's yearly Turkey Shoot at the Trail of Honor.
Even though it was cut to one day due to the weather, we entertained 68
shooters. The " best shot winner " will be announced at a later date.
We are commanded to teach our children. And we are
instructed to lead them by our own example. I believe the old Upcoming Events
saying, “you can’t change a child’s ways in five minutes what - June 7, 8, & 9 - Relic show and SCV Mississippi Division Reunion. If
you have not registered for reunion, time is running out. As combining
they have been doing for years.” You have to lead them by the these two events is a major undertaking we need everyone's help to make
way you believe and live. it a success.
- July 10 - 13, 2019 - SCV National Reunion. Mobile Alabama
It has also been said that an army marches on its stomach. The
Reminder:
battle which we fight today is not one of flesh and blood. Our Dues are due at Headquarters on July 31, 2019. The date will be here
battle is a Spiritual battle and our Commander is Jesus Christ. before you know it. I need your dues by July 19 so I can get the paperwork
processed and have them to Headquarters by July 31st. Make checks
payable to SCV camp 265 for $50.00. Mail to:
I will leave you with these two questions. To whom will you
follow and to whom will you lead by your witness? Charles Lewis
1324 Rosemary Rd.
May God Bless each of you. Florence, MS 39073
Thomas Fortenberry, Chaplain Camp 265 A late fee of $7.50 MUST be added to all late dues.
Several of our ladies then participated in the Ninth Annual VA 2K to benefit our homeless veterans. Entry fee was toiletries and other items
that will be sent home with veterans who can’t afford these simple items, and we had a great time!
The next event was Trail of Honor where our ladies supported Camp 265 with the Turkey Shoot and also provided fun crafts for the children
like making rag dolls as well as working the registration table for the shooters. I’m very proud of the ladies and their efforts.
I’m also proud to announce that our very own events coordinator Robbie Lewis and her husband Charles Lewis were invited to a VA
Luncheon honoring the many volunteers for their dedication and commitment to making a difference in our veteran’s lives. They each
received an award and we are so proud to have them as part of our Chapter and host Camp.
Now we are gearing up for the upcoming Reunion and Relic Show and the ladies are working overtime to ensure it’s the best one yet. We
hope to see you all there, and we pray God blesses our efforts.
For more information on the Mary Ann Forrest Chapter of the Order of Confederate Rose, or to become a member, please visit them online
at www.maryannforrestocr.com
Several MAFOCR members participated in the Ninth Annual VA2K Walk for MAFOCR President Brandi Gray (left) welcomes new OCR member Cathy Wooten!
Homeless Veterans.
Mr. Terry Cook and his grandson Noah at the Trail of Honor.
Two very happy turkey shooters at the Trail of Honor in Jackson, MS.
The SCV #265 “Adopt-A-Highway” trash pickup crew on Saturday May 11th! MAFOCR ladies at the 3rd Brigade SCV Picnic in Crystal Springs, MS.
2 0 1 9 C IV I L W A R R E L I C S H O W
B R A N D O N C I TY H A L L
S AT . J U N E 8 TH 9 AM - 5 PM
SUN. JUNE 9 TH 9 AM - 4 PM
F O R I N F O C A L L T I M C U P IT 7 6 9 - 2 3 4 - 2 9 6 6
We sent all camp members, potential vendors, & past vendors a Christmas card that included a vendor registration
form. Totaling over 600. Yes, that was a large task! The room has been secured, and tables have been reserved! I
also reserved 150 extra chairs. A musician has committed to come play at our show on Saturday & Sunday to
create a better atmosphere. We have an exhibit secured that will display handmade models of some of the ships
used during the Civil War. This exhibit will add depth to our show and provide the public with a unique look into
the history of naval warfare.
Invitations are available to anyone who wants to visit other camps and hand them out (I can also email the
invitations to you). I have visited and handed out invitations at the 2018 Reunion in Biloxi, Summit, Meridian,
Bruce, Columbia, Bay St. Louis, Florence, the October Executive Council Meeting, the Mechanized Cavalry
Annual Meeting in Louisville, Natchez, the 2nd Meridian Camp, Oxford, Corinth, and the 5th Brigade Christmas
party in Hattiesburg, the Biloxi Camp, the Hattiesburg Camp, the Vicksburg Camp, and the Pearl Camp, the
Caledonia Camp, the Jackson Camp, the Laurel Camp, the March Executive Council Meeting, the Ripley Camp,
the Southaven Camp, and the 4th Brigade Picnic in March. I will not be visiting anymore camps or events
promoting the Division Reunion; now is the time to focus on planning the event itself.
We need all members to register for the reunion and consider taking on a job for the Relic Show. Your help is
needed!
SCV Camp#265
Commander Tim Cupit
317 Lake Heather Road, Brandon, MS 39047
C: 769-234-2966
E: timcupit@comcast.net Website: www.scv265.com
Sincerely,
Tim Cupit
PS: Hotel reservations must be made by May 30th, 2019 to get the SCV rate. Contact info is on the
registration form.
Registration forms must be received by May 25th, 2019. We will register you at the door but, it comes
with the obvious consequences; name tags hand written, no goodie bag, etc.
Remember to bring your scrapbook! They will be judged on Saturday after the business meeting. Your
scrapbook will be good ways to let the other camps in the division see what you have done over the past
year and may also give other camps ideas for activities in their communities.
Activities in the community for nonmembers or people who do not want to attend the relic show: The
Bass Pro Shop, Braves Stadium, AG Museum, Children’s Museum, Wildlife and Science Museum,
Shopping at The Dogwood Promenade, Antique Stores, and much more!
The reunion, relic show, and registration will be at City Hall. (Address will be on the registration form)
2019 SCV MS Division Reunion Registration Form
124th Reunion – Mississippi Division, Sons of Confederate Veterans
25th Reunion – Mississippi Society, Order of Confederate Rose
REGISTRATION AMOUNTS
SCV before May 15, 2019 $45.00 After May 15, 2019 $50.00 QTY_____$______________
OCR before May 15, 2019 $20.00 After May 15, 2019 $25.00 QTY_____$______________
Program Ads: $100.00 - full page; $50.00 - half page; $35.00 - quarter page; $25.00 - business card size
(Please email ad information on a separate page before April 25 th, 2019) $______________
Please Make Checks Payable to SCV Camp #265 & Mail to: Tim Cupit, 317 Lake Heather Rd, Brandon, MS 39047
Contact Information: SCV Contact: Tim Cupit: 769-234-2966 or timcupit@comcast.net | OCR Contact: Brandi Gray:
601-896-8652 or maryannforrestocr@yahoo.com
Host Hotel Info: La Quinta at 215 Dande Rd, Brandon, MS. SCV Rate - $89.00 plus tax Phone: 601-591-1045.
Ramada Inn at 341 Airport Rd. Pearl, MS SCV Rate - $89.00 double plus tax Phone: 601-933-1122
**All Reservations must be made by April 30, 2019**
Registration will be at City Hall between 4pm & 7pm Friday and between 6am & 9am Saturday.
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS - THEY SUPPORT US!
The Sons of Confederate Veterans
Camp #265