August 2, 1981
The 58th Annual Reunion of the Gable Family was held on the Schlicher Farm in Corning. About 90 people were in attendance on a beautiful day. Greetings and opening remarks were made by President Mary Frederick. "God Bless America" was sung by all.
The Secretary's report was read by Ethel Schlegel. Three children were born since the last Reunion. They are: Jesse Paul Arthur, November 39, 1980, son of Vicky and Joe Arthur Catherine Diane Rennig, July 31, 1981, daughter of Stephen and Diane Rennig Lee Benjamin Young, October 5, 1980, son of Ronnie and Laurie Young
There were no marriages or deaths reported.
The Treasurer's Report was read and the final total was $196.90. Read by Donald Schlicher
Kathy Gable was appointed the new Game Chairman. Also, beginning in 1982, all officers will hold their office for 2 years, then move up to the next office with a new Game Chairman elected.
It was decided that candy will again be provided. Games Chairman will take care of that.
It was suggested that we conserve cups by marking our own and using only one.
Joy Schlicher gave a recitation. Fred Walbert was to take a group picture following the meeting. Copies will be available.
William and Florence Schliher were presented with a hand-crafted picture. The design done by Mary Young Frederick, the quilting by Ruby Young Reinik and the frame by Norman Reinik. It showed the house, barn and tree where the Reunion is held. [Click here to see a photo of this beautiful artwork, still in 2004 proudly displayed in William and Florence's living room.]
The collection reported was $125.87. Bills received were $93.42.
Wanda Bloss awarded prizes to:
Scott Walbert for most keys - 16
Roy Gable - most children present - 4
Walter Young - oldest car - 1965 Chevy
Howard Berky - most credit cards
Leslie and Valerie Gable - most recently wed - April 1980
Sarah Young - youngest child - 20 months
Howard Berky - most change - $3.41
We were asked not to bring silverware another year. We have enough now.
After singing "God Be with You," the meeting adjourned.
Games and refreshments followed.
Respectfully submitted, Ethel Schlegel, Secretary
Today was the first showing of a Gable Family Tree, drawn up and executed by Norman Gable. We accept it with deep thanks.
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