VOLUME XII ISSUE 10 2019

ROUGH The Sons of Confederate Veterans – Camp 265

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Home of the Rankin Rough & Ready’s – Brandon, Mississippi

Commander’s Report
Time sure does seem to move fast these days. It is actually
time for another meeting! Our speaker this month is Jay Ginn and
his topic is on the Ford House. Jay is full of information and a
pleasure to speak with on the phone. He will definitely be one of
the speakers you don’t want to miss!
Remember Fall Muster at Beauvoir is the 3rd weekend of
October!
We have a great speaker lined up, we are drawing for the $1000
original Confederate Bond from all paid members, we have new
members to bring in, a good business session prepared, good food,
great fellowship, awesome door prizes, and who knows what else!
So, bring someone with you, come early, and as sure as BBs will
be flying at Fall Muster again this year, I’ll probably see you at
Fernando’s on October 5th, 2019!
The OCR meeting starts at 6pm, the SCV meeting starts at 7pm
and everyone is able to order off the menu. Please come early!
They cannot serve everyone at the same time. – Tim Cupit

Meeting Agenda for October 5th:

Agenda For October 5th, 2019 Meeting
- Open with prayer at 7pm sharp
- Pledge of Allegiance to the US flag and salutes led by 2nd Lt.
Commander Tom Lilly
- Trivia by Ralph Smitherman
- Speaker–Jay Ginn: The Ford House; Q & A

Unfinished Business
- Adopt minutes from September 7th, Motion, 2nd, Discussion,
Vote.
- Did everyone sign in & get a door prize ticket?
- www.scv265.com and Facebook stats from Chris Merck
- First Thursday Coin Club Meeting at the Brandon Library at The guest speaker at the meeting on September 7th was author Shelby
6:30pm hosted by Ed Lofton & draw for first door prize Harriel. She graciously signed copies of her recently released book
- OCR Report by Brandi Gray titled, “Behind the Rifle - Women Soldiers in Civil War Mississippi”
- Camp polo shirts– Lynn Gaskin which documents numerous cases of women from both North and
- Report on VA chair by Charles Lewis South taking up arms and fighting along side male soldiers. Her
- AR15 drawing will be in May - Sell an ad, get a chance to presentation was fascinating, and it was a pleasure to have her with us!
win!
- Report EC meeting by Chris Merck
- Fall Muster is the 3rd weekend in October
- Report McRaven House Living History Keep up with what’s happening in and around
- Report on MDOT Adopt a Hwy Pickup on September 12th Camp 265 by checking out the official
Rankin Rough & Ready’s Facebook page!
New Business
- New Members http://www.facebook.com/scv265
- Pass the hat
- Door Prizes
- Open floor
- Close meeting with prayer at approximately 8:28pm
- Please help with cleanup! Commander’s Quote:
“If it’s important to you, you’ll find a way.
If not- you’ll find an excuse.”
 CHAPLAIN’S REPORT
by Tom Fortenberry
THE LAST TATTOO
The muffled drums sad roll has beaten the soldiers last tattoo. No more
on life’s parade shall meet the brave and fallen few. On fame’s eternal
camping ground their silent tents are spread. But Glory guards the
solemn dignity the bivouac of the dead. – Theodore O’Hara, 1847
It is interesting to note that most people are not aware that there are two
worlds in which we live. Certainly the world of light and darkness of
which, good and evil are two opposing realities of our lives. And yet
there are two other opposing parts of life which many people are not
aware of. The lives of civilians and those of the military, the soldier.
Human history has recorded wars past and alluded to the fact, most
probably, that there will be more wars before the return of the promised
One.
In the years leading up to the War of Aggression with the invasion of
Northern Troops into the Sovereign Southern states, men and women,
both North and South were, for the most part unaccustomed to what was
gathering on the horizon that would catapult each of them into the
conflict of human society from civilian to one of a military
environment. War has always affected both those on the front line as
well as those many miles distance from the sound of cannons.
The call is sounded, “Are You Willing To Fight?” A Nation of men and
women responded to the call. Many commanders often sent their fresh
troops who had not seen battle into the fight first with seasoned veterans
behind them. The main reason was that fresh troops had not yet seen the
carnage of battle and so were not aware of what the enemy they faced
could do. War always has its effects on both civilians and soldiers all of
which sufferer the pain of separation over long periods of time, hope of
coming home soon, shortage of many physical needs and most of all a
desire for Spiritual comfort in times of emptiness.
The noise and smoke has long since drifted away from those times when
soldiers North and South faced each other; and yet we continue today as
civilians and soldiers remembering those who came before us that we
may leave the witness of our lives to say.
2 Timothy 4:7-8 “ I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I
have kept the good faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of
righteousness which the Lord, the righteous judge shall give me at that
day, and not to me only, but to unto all those who love His appearing.”
Though men may send men into battle without their fully knowing the
danger. We have a God Who has won the battle that we may follow Him
to Victory.
May God Bless each of you and keep you. May His Peace be upon each
and may He give you strength to finish that which He has begun in you.
– Tom Fortenberry, Chaplain, Camp 265
ADJUTANT’S REPORT
by Charles Lewis
"Let each heart grow strong in the remembrance of our glorious past." –
Robert E. Lee
Fifty five people signed in at the September meeting. Tim Cupit called the
meeting to order and James Cook opened it with prayer.
Shelby Harriel was our guest speaker. She gave a very insightful presentation
on women soldiers in Civil War Mississippi. If you have not purchased her
book "Behind the Rifle" I encourage you to do so. It is an excellent read.
Brandi Gray reported on OCR activities and Charles Lewis introduced Mrs.
Chandra D'avy, a volunteer at the G.V. "Sonny" Montgomery VA Hospital,
who updated the camp on the POW/MIA Memorial Chair, and the Christmas
Shoppe.
Commander Cupit reminded us that the AR15, donated by Mr. Willard
Chatham, will be used as an incentive for camp members to sell ads for the
camp newsletter. Remember, for every $50.00 you sell, your name will be
placed in a drawing, to be held in May, 2020, for the AR15. So, sell, sell,
sell!
At our October meeting a drawing for a $1000.00 Confederate bond (valued
at $650.00) will be held. Only members current on their dues and in good
standing are eligible for this drawing.
Pass the hat took in $71.50.
Happy birthday wishes went to Andrea Cupit at the meeting. Everyone
enjoyed the cake.
It has been brought to my attention that the waitress's tips have been lacking.
Consider the work and amount of food they serve to our group and tip
accordingly.
On Saturday, September 14th, several SCV camp members and one OCR
member participated in the "Adopt a Highway" program by picking up trash
along Highway 80 in Brandon. The work detail included: Christine
Heathman and her son Austin, Tom Lilly, Ralph Smitherman, Thomas Luke,
Ian Powell, Larry Eubanks, Michael Bowling, Jeremy Bowling, Butch
Kuriger, Larry McMaster, and Tim Cupit. Thank you for your work in
keeping the highway clean.
On Friday, September 20th we had the privilege of participating in the
dedication and unveiling of the POW/MIA Memorial Chair at the VA
Hospital in Jackson MS. This chair will remain perpetually empty and serve
to remind those who visit the Medical Center of our military personnel who
are missing or were prisoners in our nation's conflicts and who will never sit
with us again. This display is a noble gesture to honor and support those who
have never returned home.
It was the camp's honor and privilege to donate the chair to the V. G.
"Sonny" Montgomery Hospital. Thank you camp members, Charles Lewis,
Larry Eubanks, Joe Cox, Willard Chatham, and 4th Brigade Commander
Louis Foley for attending the service.
On Saturday September 21st, camp member Charles Tucker represented the
camp at McRaven's living history in Vicksburg, MS.
Continued prayers for Marc Allen (of the Lowery Rifles) and his family for
comfort and healing on the loss of his father.
Upcoming Events:
- Fall Muster - October 19th & 20th - Beauvoir, Biloxi MS
- Salvation Army Red Kettle bell ringing - November 27th, 9 AM to 7 PM -
Bass Pro Shop, Pearl MS
- VA Christmas Shoppe - December 7th - VA Hospital, Jackson, MS
FYI: At Fredericksburg, Virginia in 1862, the Confederate trenches
stretched for a distance of seven miles. The troop density was 11,000 per
mile, or six men to the yard.
 Mary Ann Forrest Chapter of the Order of Confederate Rose
The month of September has quickly passed us and with it more good things have been accomplished! The best of which was our
day at the VA Hospital on September 20th to unveil the MIA/POW chair that we, along with Camp 265, donated to honor our veterans.
It was one of the best days we’ve ever had the honor to be a part of.

Several of our members participated in a Living History Program with members of the Louisiana Division and the Mississippi
Division SCV, and we provided lunch for everyone. We were very well received and had a great time talking to visitors.

We have also started collecting small stuffed animals for a local fire department in Rankin County that will help to ease children who
go through a traumatic time.

The MAFOCR is doing all we can to promote the SCV in a positive light and I believe we are making an impact in our communities.
Thank you to everyone who works so hard to make us a shining light. – Brandi Gray, President, MAFOCR

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
You can also visit them on Facebook at:
www.facebook.com/maryannforrest23/

OCR ladies “Meeting Spirits” at Beauvoir. SCV & OCR members at the McRaven House Living History.

OCR ladies collecting stuffed animals for young victims of house fires.
SCV & MAFOCR members showed up at the G.V. “Sonny” Montgomery VA hospital in Jackson to unveil the POW/MIA soldier’s chair. So proud!

Charles Tucker & Justin Dunn at the McRaven House Living History

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Butch Kuriger participated in the 6th Annual 2019 Governor’s Ride for Veterans.
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Terry Cook and Noah participating in the reenactment at the Ford House.

There was a great turn out for the Camp #265 MDOT Adopt-A-Highway cleanup
on Saturday September 14th in Brandon. Many thanks to all who participated in
picking up trash on the side of the road!
Tara & Cheyenne Bradley visited the Gainesville Volunteers in Picayune, MS on Thursday September 12, 2019.

A beautiful painting (above) from SCV member Mr. Robert Williams!

2019 Fall Muster is coming up
the third weekend in October
at Beauvoir on the coast.
Make plans to be there and
compete in the turkey shoot!
See ya there!
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 The Sons of Confederate Veterans
Camp #265

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317 Lake Heather Road BRANDON, MS
Brandon, MS 39047 PERMIT NO. 265

Our next meeting is October 5th at:

Fernando’s Mexican Restaurant
2146 Hwy 471
Brandon, MS 39047
at 7:00pm. Come early!