Newsletter 258 March 2008
Dear Members,
There was no newsletter in February due to the untimely death of Louise
Neave.
Louise had written the newsletter for some time and was generally the
“unsung hero” of the monthly letter.
Our deepest sympathy goes to Charles and family on their sudden loss. We
are all saddened by this, Louise will be greatly missed. God bless.
I, David Frazer, hope to keep up the standard that Louise achieved, with a
little help from Bob, Dave and Roger and hopefully any snippits of
information that you can provide.
The February meeting was the Branch AGM, copies of the accounts were
circulated. The good news is that subs stay the same at £8 this year, for
those not at the AGM, copies of the annual accounts can be made available.
The committee was unchanged except for the Newsletter Editor (now me) from
March 2008.
It was suggested that for the branch contribution for the million mile
challenge, people may like to get their car sponsored to drive to Revesby
on 3rd Aug, The money will be going to Marie Curie as it is their 60th
anniversary as well. The Branch Charity continues to be this as well as we
have had close links for many years.
Those who attended the meeting were able to partake in a celebratory piece
of cake, as our car (Carol and David Frazer) RSK 902 was 50 years old.
Some say it looks it.
The March meeting was a general get together with all present being
invited to give a short talk on their first experiences of Morris Minors
and how they became involved. There were some amusing stories and
anecdotes to which we could all relate. My own story is somewhat simpler;
I had a Morris Minor in the 1960’s because I couldn’t afford anything
better. Times haven’t changed much!
April Meeting
Ray Newell, Secretary of MMOC National Committee, will give a general talk
on MM related issues.
He may also be available for “Book-Signing” of his latest publication -
Sixty Years on the Road.
Marie Curie Day – Saturday 8th March, City Square, Lincoln.
This was a good fundraising day, considering that the weather forecast was
poor.
This year the National club’s nominated charity is Marie Curie.
We collected £260 on Saturday for the “Daffodil Car” and £40 for the sale
of models, thanks to the generosity of the Lincoln shoppers, a tidy sum
considering that Marie Curie had their own collectors throughout the city
colleting a massive £774, making a total of over £1000 for the day, Well done to all who took part
The Charity Car is gradually being covered with Daffodil stickers with an
estimated 1400 stickers to date.
Forthcoming Events
Sunday 20th April Morris Day, Crich Tramway Museum.
27th April 10a.m. onwards Bridlington and Wolds branch rally Freeport
Hornsea Camping available Friday and Saturday night if required. Tel 01262
470350 for more details.
Sunday 18th May Woodhall Spa Show
– Entry forms from Roger. Limited to twelve cars.
24th – 31st May MOT La Forge de Saint Marie France
21st/22nd June National Rally Stanford Hall in Leicestershire.
This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Morris Minor, and the National
Rally will be a special event. Booking forms are in the current Minor
Matters. A Branch Avenue is being planned.
5th/6th July RAF Waddington international air show, free entry to classic
vehicles by application only. (Free entry for driver and one passenger)
Forms can be downloaded from the RAF Waddington international air show web
site or you can write to the following for a form: Vintage vehicle
co-ordinator, E-3D SST, Bryant building, RAF Waddington, Lincoln LN5 9NB.
Closing date for applications 9th May. If enough Lincs Branch members are
attending then we could arrange to park en bloc. Please let Dave Charysz
know if you intend to go.
Sunday 3rd August Eastern Regional Rally Revesby.
Sunday 10th August Boston Classic Car Club - Kirton.
13th/14th Sept. Camping weekend for Beaulieu Auto-jumble
Free entry for Morris Minors – see Roger for details.
Newsletter
If anyone has any information that could be included in the monthly
newsletter, please let me know - For Sale or Wanted items, rally reports,
or any other items of interest to members are very welcome.
Thank you, David.
Other Items of Interest
Friday 4th April , 7:30 p.m. A Musical Evening at The Drill Hall, Steep
Hill, Lincoln. Car park on Silver Street.
Choir Invisible (with Pat Buck and 80 others). BBC Choir of the Year
Finalists. World/Gospel Music.
Tickets £8 (concessions £7) Tel 01522 873894.
If you can suggest speakers who would be prepared to attend our club
meetings then please speak to Roger, Bob, Dave or me, we are always
pleased to hear new ideas.
We would also be interested in ideas for visits, these previously included
Witham Oil in Lincoln, The Bubble Car Museum, The Guildhall in Lincoln, to
name but a few.
We all wish John Sharpe the very best as he is having chemotherapy at the
present time.
Also the Branch would like to wish Mick Richards a speedy recovery and
hope that he will be up and about soon. Mick unfortunately fell 30ft down
a lift shaft and suffered some quite serious injuries.
If you do not yet receive your newsletter by e-mail but would like to,
please send me your e-mail address. You will receive the newsletter
quicker, it’s easier for me and will save the club some costs.
Thank you, David.
Newsletter Deadline for next issue is 20th April
BRANCH CONTACT DETAILS
Chairman Bob Fletcher - E-mail: fletcher263@btinternet.com
Vice Chairman Roger Buck -
Secretary Dave Charysz - (Secretary) dcharysz@supanet.com
Branch Website Mike Dean www.theminorsite.co.uk
Newsletter David Frazer E-mail : dpfrazer@talktalk.net
