The SAR MAGAZINE is the official quarterly publication of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution published quarterly.
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FALL 2014 29 Scott (of Norcross) and his fiancée. Dr. Bushnell is regional vice president of the FLSSAR and president of the Lake Sumter Chapter SAR. David Noble, in militia attire, dedicated the monument with sacred soils from the 28 battle sites in Georgia of wounded and slain American soldiers of the Revolution. This part of the ceremony was followed by wreath presentations from the host organizations, SAR, DAR and other groups. Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter The Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter, which serves the communities in Fannin, Gilmer, Union and Towns counties, had a busy schedule this past summer, beginning with the celebration of Patriot's Day with musket firing on the grounds of the old historic courthouse on the square in Blairsville, Ga. Inclement weather prohibited the setting up of the Revolutionary War campsite; however, several members of the BRM Chapter and the Old Unicoi Trail Chapter, NSDAR, in period dress accompanied the "musketeers" on the square. There was an exhibit placed inside the courthouse. The chapter appreciated the participation of the Silas McDowell Chapter (NCSSAR) and the Archibald D. Murphy Chapter (NCDAR). The chapter color guard displayed all six of the chapter's historic flags, preceding the chapter's float in the Union County Memorial Day Parade, where the chapter won first place in the Civic Division. During the summer, the chapter participated in several patriot grave dedications and rededications with the NCSSAR. Seven flag certificates were presented, and Flag Day, June 14, was celebrated with an exhibit in the Union Coun- ty Courthouse. A flag retirement ceremony also was held, assisted by Boy Scout Troop 101 of Blairsville, in which 83 worn and faded American flags were retired. Approximately 60 people—representing veterans organizations, clergy, public service employees and nursing home residents— attended. Compatriot Jack Powell Dugger was presented the chapter's first Vietnam War Service Corps certificate. ILLINOIS SOCIETY Lewis & Clark Chapter The Lewis & Clark Chapter recently presented Hero Awards to 13-year-old twins Claire and Chloe Gruenke of New Baden, Ill. The pair gained national attention in May when Chloe was injured in the state track meet and Claire carried her piggyback for 370 of the remaining 400 meters of the 800-meter run. Spectators became emotional and were moved to tears. The crowd gave the teens a standing ovation. Captain Zeally Moss Chapter The Captain Zeally Moss Chapter has been active in grave-marking projects this year. On July 4, a ceremony was held at Springdale Cemetery in Peoria, Ill., opening and closing with a bagpiper. The chapter was welcomed by Mark Matuszak, general manager of the cemetery. A plaque in honor of Capt. Moss was dedicated, below, with comments from Chapter President Allan C. Campbell, ILSSAR President Tom Ashby and Chaplain Dave Ashbrook. The chapter was formed in 2007 under the guidance of Ashby and has enjoyed growing membership and interesting monthly meetings. In addition to presentations by members, the chapter has had presentations by individuals portraying U.S. Grant, Ben Franklin, John James Audubon and George Washington. The chapter's schedule is posted on its website: www.captainzeallymoss.com . INDIANA SOCIETY On April 1, 1914, the Old Glory Society of the Children of the American Revolution was founded by the Caroline Scott Harrison Chapter of the DAR, taking its name from the poem "The Name of Old Glory" by Indiana's James Whitcomb Riley. Starting with 64 members, it quickly grew to 100 members in its first year. Old Glory's members in its early years held music recitals to buy liberty bonds and war savings stamps. They also began the tradition of attending church en masse on the Sunday before July 4th, a practice since adopted by the National Society C.A.R. Interestingly, Mrs. William Henry Harrison III served as president of the Society in 1927. Through the years, the Society has supported Ellis Island, Caney Creek Community Center, American Red Cross, Riley Hospital, American Settlement House, and many others. The Society continues to support numerous activities, including those of the state and national presidents' projects. Members also are active in their local communities, completing many hours of community service. In April 2014, the members, alumni and senior members of the Society met at the Caroline Scott Harrison DAR Chapter House to commemorate 100 years. The day was filled with stories and remembering the history of the Representative members of the Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter, which participated in a number of celebrations during the summer.