THE
Skirmisher
Bordentown Military Institute
"RATHER BE THAN SEEM"
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE September 2000
Almost fifteen years ago, a few of us thought we'd have a small luncheon in Trenton, NJ, and by word of mouth, more than 100 alumni showed up. I hadn't seen Jack Oakey in 35 years and it was as if I had seen him the day before.
This is what has come of that
luncheon…a lot of alumni looking for a way to say "thank you."
Winston Churchill said it in the most profound way possible: NEVER IN THE FIELD
OF HUMAN ENDEAVOR
My term of office will expire with Reunion 2000. To all who have helped make this one of the most rewarding and enjoyable events of my life…THANK YOU.
If you're thinking of attending the Reunion and have not made a reservation, please don't delay. We're filling up rather quickly. Reservations are required and tickets will be collected.
The Uniform-of-the-Day for the Parade…come as you are.
The Uniform-of-the-Day for Third Mess…suits or sport jackets, please.
All who march in the Parade will receive
With my thanks again to each and every one
of you, I am
Most cordially,
General"
Howard Sherman ’50
PS For your convenience, we are again enclosing Reunion information: reservation form, schedule, and picture album order form.
IN MEMORIAM
The officers and members of the Executive Board join with the entire membership of the
In extending sincerest sympathy to the families of
WILLIAM D. MARVEL '46
FREDERICK L. WISE '34
COMPANY STORE
Sweatshirts
$30.
Old Main Prints
$5.
Old Main Note Paper $8. Tie/Lapel Pins $5.
To order,
please send check or money order payable to
P. O. Box 91, Bordentown, NJ
08505.
"Class Notes" will resume with the next issue of the Skirmisher.
CADENCE FOR THE PARADE
(Tear off and bring with you to the parade.)
We are the Cadets of
And that is why our heads are
high
And she was mighty nice to me
We've always answered our country's
call
She never smiled, oh no my no
And that is why we stand so
tall.
You see I come from Ohio.
I don't know but I've been
told
Eeny meeny minie mo
Army brass is made of
gold
Catch a tiger by the toe
I don't know but it's been
said
If he hollers let him go
Navy brass is made of lead.
Eeny meeny minie mo.
BORDENTOWN MILITARY INSTITUTE
Alumni Association
BORDENTOWN,
2000 REUNION
October 21, 2000
REGISTRATION
ALUMNUS
NAME_______________________________________________________________ CLASS YR_______
STREET ADDRESS_____________________________________________________________________
PHONE ( )__________________________ ( )_______________________________
Residence Business
YOUR
Dinner Choice: _______ Prime Rib ______ Stuffed Chicken Breast
(Please check one)
YOUR GUEST
Dinner Choice: _______ Prime Rib ______ Stuffed Chicken Breast
(Please check one)
GUEST NAME___________________________________________________________________________________
Cost: $50 per person Please make
check payable to:
Mail to: Bordentown Military Institute
Alumni Association
PO Box 91
Bordentown, New Jersey 08505
Registration Deadline: September 30, 2000
BORDENTOWN MILITARY INSTITUTE
Alumni Association
BORDENTOWN,
REUNION INFORMATION
DATE: Saturday, October 21, 2000
PLACE:
Bordentown Elks
Amboy Road
Bordentown, New Jersey 08505
609-298-2085
The Bordentown Elks Club is on Amboy Road. When you leave "Old
Main," go East on Park Street to the traffic light. Amboy Road is directly
across the highway, Route 206, and the Elks Club is on your left.
REUNION SCHEDULE
Friday, October 20 – 6:30 p.m.
A Walking Tour of Bordentown will be conducted through the courtesy of the Bordentown Historical Society.
Form up at the John Bull Monument located on Farnsworth Avenue next to the Farnsworth House Restaurant at the Railroad Bridge.
Dinner on your own after the tour. There are many wonderful restaurants in the City of Bordentown.
Saturday, October 21
10:00 a.m. until Noon – The Gilder House, Crosswicks
Street and Route 130, will be open through the courtesy of the Bordentown
Historical Society.
10:00 a.m. – A Walking Tour of Bordentown will be conducted through the courtesy of the Bordentown Historical Society (for those who did not participate on Friday night). Form up at the John Bull Monument (see above).
Noon to 1:30 p.m. - Lunch on your own
2:00 p.m. and again at 2:20 p.m. – There will be bus service from the parking lot of the Elks Club, going to St. Mary’s Church for those who will march, then to the Statue Site for those who will not be marching.
3:00 p.m. – The Parade will step off promptly.
3:15 to 3:45 p.m. – A brief service and placing of a wreath at the Cadet Statue Site.
4:20 p.m. and again at 4:40 p.m. – The bus will be available at the Cadet Statue to transport passengers back to the Elks Club.
5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. – Sign in at the Elks Club.
5:30 p.m. – The bar is open and music begins.
7:00 p.m. – Dinner and Meeting
BORDENTOWN
|
Days
Inn |
One
person - $49 per night |
|
Ramada
Inn |
One
person - $100 per night |
|
Best
Western |
One
person - $79 per night |
|
The
Comfort Inn |
One
person - $75 per night |
(FYI: The Comfort Inn is rated highest of all
area motels. An early reservation would probably be in your best interest.)
REMEMBER!
IN
ORDER FOR REUNION 2000 TO BE A SUCCESS, WE NEED
ITEMS LAST
A disposable camera will be available on each table at the Elks. When you have used it, please leave it for us to develop because we have made arrangements to create a Photo Album of our Reunion. This is our chance to share all of the photos with those in attendance and also with those who are unable to attend. These photos will be assembled into a 12-page soft-cover book with our Logo and then mailed directly to you.
The delivered cost is only $15.95. To order, whether or not you will attend the Reunion, fill in the form below and return it with your check.
Enclosed is my check for $15.95. Please send me a Reunion Photo Album.
Name __________________________________________ Class __________
Address ________________________________________
City/State/ZIP ___________________________________
Please make check payable to