Rejoice in every good thing which the Lord thy God hath given unto thee. Deut. 26:11

President Tony Proffitt is back. Thankfully, he reported everything is OK.

The Lenten message and invocation by HA Musser recalled the Bible story of St. Peter denying he knew Christ, three times before the night ended. In our lives we also deny Christ. The good news is Peter rejoined with Christ and so can we.

Charlene Bosken introduced her guest Nancy Ziegler and Gary Becker introduced Jim Schwartz. Both guest hope to become members.

Dan Kipp has returned from sunny California. While there Dan attends meetings with the Amador County Club. I received a note from their secretary verifying Dan's attendance and warning of his return.

Our condolences go to Saul Marmer and family in the recent death of Saul's wife Phyllis. Saul was a very active member until business interfered with his attendance. Bill Stautberg told a brief history of Saul's contribution to our Club.

Ed Willig reported his son, Father Jim, is holding his own. Fr. Jim's "Inspiration Line" was discontinued because of his health. The parishioners put many of the "Inspirations" into a book which Ed past to the membership.

Every five years we have a Memorial Service for our deceased members. Bill Stautberg announced the service will be at St. Simon Church on May 1 at 7 PM. There will be a social program after the service with refreshments.

In recognition of the excitement surrounding the Reds we sang "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" and concluded with "Smile".

Today is "Elections Kick Off". Past President Joyce Schroeder introduced the chairpersons, Don Blum of the Blue Ticket and Gary Becker for the Gold Ticket.

Don introduced the Blue candidates, Dan Finke, Jane Reuter, Ed Willig and Paul Klatte. Don being a nice guy said nice things. Tom Reuter, subbing for Walt Luthy, gave some background about Jane. Ed Flick speaking on behalf of Dan Finke, promised us voters, Dan will not play golf on Kiwanis days.

Gary introduced the Gold candidates, Carol Sohmer, Ron Forte, John Nordmeyer and Scott Becker. Gary gave a short history of our election skits where the motto can be "take no prisoners". In contrast to Don Blum, Gary warned the opposition to beware, as nothing is sacred.

A word of caution. The river can also be very treacherous!

Lou Schroeder told of the many and often unknown activities and qualities of Carol Sohmer.

Mark your calendars:
April 11, Tuesday - Interclub at Shuller's, "Student Recognition Day".
April 12, Wednesday - Lenten Breakfast at Twin Towers sponsored by our Club.
April 12, Wednesday - Directors Meeting at West Park 8 PM.
April 25, Tuesday - Election Night at San Antonio's on Queen City Av.
May 1, Monday - Kiwanis Memorial Service for deceased members 7 PM.
May 19, Friday - Rose Bloom Boom at The Farm.

Earl Ostertag