West Point Parents' Club of Oregon & SW Washington Newsletter - Nov/Dec.'01
Notice of Jan. 26th Meeting
GIOVANNI'S MT PIZZA , 4435 LIBERTY ROAD S. , SALEM, OR
DIRECTIONS FROM I-5:  EXIT 252 - KUEBLER BLVD GO WEST TO LIGHT AT LIBERTY STREET S, AND TURN RIGHT AND CONTINUE TO SMALL SHOPPING MALL ON LEFT WHICH INCLUDES (AMONG OTHERS) THE DMV, ROTH'S AND GIOVANNI'S
List of Newsletter Articles:
Minutes of Oct. 28th Meeting
New requirements for Mailing Packages to West Point
Army/Navy Viewing-Aurora
Persuasion - WWII style
All Service Academies Ball Invitation & Registration Form
(NEW Secure on-line credit card Registration URL link)
Flag History--what the 13 folds stand for
Holiday Bus Schedules
Official Bicentennial Website:  http://www.usma.edu/Bicentennial/

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Prior to beginning our meeting, the Park Ranger for Fort Vancouver gave us a very interesting and informative presentation about Fort Vancouver and also about some West Point Grads who were posted there. One of these was Ulysses S. Grant. We all enjoyed and appreciated the presentation.

The meeting was called to order by Vice President Jill Hoffmann who began by leading us in the Cadet Prayer. The following families were represented at the meeting: Kerr, Doyle, Hoffmann, Klascius, Campbell, Lushenko, Lonergan, Adkins, Cox, Fox, DeVany, Bumcrot. We appreciate the attendance of Spence Williams, MALO, Portland.

The first item of business was a report by Treasurer Lou Fox. Currently, there is $1,371.48 in our account. We approved a request to send a $25.00 donation to West-Point.Org as they are in the process of a fund-raising drive.

The West Point Tulips were available to those who ordered them as well as a few extras for sale. Due to popular demand, we will place a larger order next year. The bulbs seemed particularly nice.

Pattty Klascius passed out the invitations and registration forms for the All Service Academys' Ball. If you were not at the meeting, the forms will be mailed to you as soon as possible. Don't delay in your response; we've had a good early turn-out, so secure your spot now.
     Patty passed out news release forms for the All Service Academies Ball. We would like to be sure the newspapers have the information for publication. If you would like a copy of this form for your local newspaper, please contact Patty Klascius.   It is good "press" for the academies, and it our last best chance of letting any academy graduates now living in Oregon & SW Washington know how to get in touch with us to come to the ball.
     We are also in need of small white lights and red poinsettia plants for decorations at the Ball. See if your local nursery or stores would be willing to donate their surplus poinsettias after Christmas. Bring the poinsettias and extra lights to the ball an hour early, please.  If you can help decorate, please contact Patty Klascius at klascius@teleport.com.   If you are unable to donate a door prize, we hope you will contribute to the much-needed decorating.  Thank you so much.
     Items or gift certificates are needed for door prizes for our cadets attending the ball. Should you have donated items or plan to obtain something, please let Patty know. She has a "donation" letter template she can customize for your donating business on club letterhead, if that would help facilitate your obtaining prizes.  These door prizes will add to the fun and be much appreciated by the cadets.  We'd like each one to go home with something, so please contribute.

There will be a group viewing of the Army/Navy Game again this year. It is great event, joining with the Navy folks for brunch and viewing at the Aurora Airport Club. (See related article in this newsletter). Please e-mail Jill Hoffmann ahja@home.com for reservations and directions.

The nominees for Club Officers was presented and approved. The new Board of Officers will be presented in the newsletter.

For those who were not present at the boodle meeting in August, these are the items placed in the Cadets' Boodle Bags: jelly beans, peanuts, apple chips, raisins, odwalla bar, fruit snacks, circus animal cookies, vienna creme cookies, oreo cookies, cornnuts, starburst, skittles, granola bars, rice krispie treats, cocoa mix, soup mix, protein drink mix. Quite a treat! (apologies if I forgot anything).

Our next meeting will be held in Salem on January 26, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. Location and directions in this newletter.
Respectfully Submitted:
Carole Cox, Secretary

When you send mail to your cadet through the United States Postal Service, please make sure that it is clearly marked
with the cadet's address as well as a return address.  Do not send packages that are wrapped in paper or envelopes that are
taped.  Mail that does not meet the above standards or that looks suspicious will not be delivered to the cadets.

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Army-Navy Viewing & Game Activities Schedule

Approx. 8:00a.m.-noon.  Approx. $15 per person, including brunch.  At Oregon Columbia Aviation Association; a private club located on the east side of Aurora Airfield between Aurora and I-5.  This will be the 202nd meeting of this famous rivalry.

Tentative Army-Navy Spirit Week Activities.
Thursday, November 29, 2001-- 6:30 p.m. Goat Engineer Game, Daly Field, West Point
                                                         9:00 p.m. Bonfire, Daly Field, West Point
Friday, November 30, 2001------7:30 a.m. Team send off, Steps of Washington Hall, West Point
                                                     12:00 noon Army-Navy Pep rally @ Liberty Place Mall,Philadelphia
                                                      4:00 p.m. Army Pep rally @ City Hall, Philadelphia
Saturday, December 1, 2001--- 9:00-9:35 a.m. Navy March-On, 9:36 - 10:11 a.m. Army March-On,11:22 a.m. Prisoner Exchange
11:2 a.m. National Anthem, 11:39 a.m. Army/Navy Cordons Form, 11:42 a.m. Coin Toss, 11:45 a.m. Kick-Off

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A Look at Persuasion through some WWII Government Posters

What's notable on the first one is the star flag.   These were commonly displayed in homes where there was a serviceman serving; I wonder if we will see them again?  One might see parallels in "Get a Job" (which changed the workplace forever)--notice the star flag again--and our president's current request to keep the American economy going through purchases.  Rosie the Riveter (last picture) may pay us a visit at the All Services Academy Ball--come and see!

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You will want to come to this event!  Mark your calendar and star talking it up with your cadet and close relatives (grandparents, etc.).  It's an outstanding opportunity for us to see our nations' future military leaders from all our area's academy clubs.  Our club is sponsoring; it's the first, and may be the only, ball like this you will have the opportunity to attend while your son/daughter is a cadet.  To hold your spot, we need you to send in your reservations  now!  You can also register by credit card at our secure on-line site at
http://secure.west-point.org/wppc-oregonsww/event/academies_ball
Thanks. Al & Patty Klascius, co-chairpersons ASAB 2001

An Interesting Flag History Lesson

American Respect

Have you ever noticed on TV or at military funerals that the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the American flag 13 times?

The 21 gun salute was determined (adding the individual digits of 1776), The question is asked why the flag was folded 13 times when it is lowered or when it is folded and handed to the widow at the burial of a veteran? Here it is:

The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life.

The second fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.

The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world.

The fourth fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.

The fifth fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, "Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong."

The sixth fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that we pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

The seventh fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of our republic.

The eighth fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of  the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day, and to honor mother, for whom it flies on Mother's Day.

The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood; for it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.

The tenth fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born.

The eleventh fold, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen, represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon, and glorifies in their eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

The twelfth fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen, represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in their eyes, God the Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit.

When the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding us of our nation's motto, "In God We Trust".

After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the sailors and marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for us the rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy today.

There are some traditions and ways of doing things which have deep meaning. You will see many flags folded in the coming weeks, and now you will know why.
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http://www.usflag.org   Everything you always wanted to know about the flag. Includes history with pictures of the different looks the flag has had over the years, the rules on folding the flag and flying it at half-staff, songs, poems, and much more.

2001 Oregon/SW Washington Club Officers

President: Richard and Susan Adams (Matt '02) swadams@home.com

L.O.-WA: David & Mary Graham (Doug '01, Franchesca '04) merovin@nwlink.com

Treasurer: Lou & Marilyn Fox (David ‘03) mfox76@hotmail.com



**Please feel free to contact any of the above with questions, suggestions,  corrections, or for "free" advice.  Your  newsletter editor regrets any errors, and appreciates notification of such. Thank you.

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Here are the GMK Travel Bus schedules for the below holiday dates. These schedules are linked to the wpp-net home page and parent-forum as well.
Approximate travel times are:
> West Point to Stewart Airport: 35-45 Minutes
> West Point to Newark Airport: 1 3/4 - 2 Hours
> West Point to LaGuardia Airport: 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 Hours
> West Point to JFK Airport: 2 - 2 1/4 Hours
> West Point to Albany: 2 1/2 - 2 3/4 Hours>
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THANKSGIVING DAY 2001 TICKET SALES
Bus ticket sales will be on November 12, 13, & 19from 1700-1930 in Grant Hall.
Bus departures from West Point: 21 November 2001
To Stewart Airport  OW $10 RT $19 1200,1315,1515
To Newark Airport  OW $15 RT $271200,1315,1515
To LaGuardia Airport  OW $18 RT $35 1200,1315
To JFK Airport OW $25 RT $45 1200, 1315
To Albany Airport OW $25 RT $48 1315
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Return buses to West Point: 25 November 2001
From Stewart Airport 1500 & 1715
From Newark Airport 0800,1000,1400,1700
From LaGuardia Airport 1200,1400,1700
From JFK Airport 1100,1600
From Albany Airport 1630
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CHRISTMAS 2001 TICKET SALES
Bus ticket sales will be on December 10 & 11, from1700-1930 hours, and December 16 from 1400-1730, in Grant Hall.
Bus departures from West Point: Wednesday, 19 December 2001
To Newark Airport  OW $15 RT $27 1200,1900
To LaGuardia Airport  OW $18 RT $35 1200,1900

Bus Departures from West Point: Thursday, 20 December 2001
To Stewart Airport  OW $10 RT $19 1200
To Newark Airport  OW $15 RT $27 0800,1200,1900
To LaGuardia Airport  OW $18 RT $35  1200, 1900
To JFK Airport 1200 OW $25 RT $45
To Albany Airport 1200 OW $25 RT $48

Bus Departures from West Point: Friday, 21 December2001
To Stewart Airport  OW $10 RT $18 1200
To Newark Airport  OW $15 RT $27 0800,1200,1900
To LaGuardia Airport 1200 OW $18 RT $35
To JFK Airport 1200 OW $25 RT $45
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Special return buses to West Point: Saturday, 5 January 2002
From Newark Airport 1900
From LaGuardia Airport 1730
From JFK Airport 1630

Return buses to West Point: Sunday, 6 January 2002
From Stewart Airport 150 From Newark Airport 0800,1000,1400,1700
From LaGuardia Airport 1200, 1400, 1700
From JFK Airport 1100
From Albany Airport 1630