Rotary President Keith Bullock called the meeting to order. He called on Cindy Nelson to give the prayer and lead the pledge. President Keith asked Milton Usury to come forward and introduce our newest member. Milton introduced Dr. Ed Meadows, President of Pensacola Junior College, to our club. Dr. Meadows has about 17 years past membership in other Rotary Clubs. He is a native of Mississippi and most recently was President of Lurleen B. Wallace Campuses before coming to Pensacola. He will join Debbie Ford on the Scholarship Committee.
Charles Beall, Jr. answered the call as Sunshine and brightened the day for a few short minutes… He introduced military visitors, visiting Rotarians and guests. He also named those with birthdays. Club members sang Happy Birthday.
President Keith introduced the Rotary Rooters for a special performance of summer songs. Many commented that these summer serenades might be their best efforts so far.
Christina Littlejohn won the raffle.
David Stafford, Program Chairman, introduced Congressman Jeff Miller as our guest speaker. Congress Miller has represented the 1st Congressional District since 2001. He said that while the Congress was on vacation that he was making visits to his constituency and civic clubs. He said that they major issues of concern are: the energy plan, the cost of gas, protecting our military mission in the Gulf of Mexico, a drilling bill, Iraq, the Russian conflict and the elections. He talked about his most recent trip to Iraq. Also, mentioned that he thought the area would benefit from the Northup Grumman potential in Baldwin County. He said he believed Northup would win out over Boeing.
Everyone applauded the Congressman and he was presented the Rotary Cup. President Keith thanked Leslie Halsall for meeting and greeting. Jeff Lewis was thanked for outstanding ticket sales at the door.
President Keith adjourned the meeting and once again thanked Congressman Miller.
He parted with Make Dreams Real.
Headlines really don’t tell us much; perhaps we should have Al Coby and Miller Caldwell give us a five minute report on what’s really happening towards the Maritime Park.
Sorry to report that Sally Fox’s husband’s required some delicate surgery out-of-town…thus Sally’s absences. Oh…and word is that Sally’s trying to form a corps of Lady Rooters!
With food prices zooming, it’s good to listen to Susan O’Conner tell how the McDonald’s stores are coming on with more penny-pinching specials.
Jack Williams and his adventurous family are celebrating the 41st anniversary of Seville Quarter. Remember when the first Warehouse opened, with New Orleans music and sawdust on the floor?
David Stafford’s early voting surely works well in most precincts, ’cause there are almost no people to vote for.
Charlie Wiggins has passed another marker and now is a certified trial attorney.
Rex McKinney: 8/29 Austin, TX 13 years
Dante Kahn: 8/29 Charleston, SC 32 years
Kathy Horton-Brown: 8/30 Miami, FL 17 years
Milton Usry: 8/31 Mineola, TX 21 years
Sandra Smith: 9/1 Asheville, NC 7 years
Bob Benz: 9/1 Philadelphia, PA 35 years