Ricky Bivins, Chapter President

Greetings Chapter Members, the pleasant month of October is in full swing and much is going on around us. Those in attendance last month were treated to Thomas and Jim Bryan’s (mom and sis too) annual fish fry. Needless to say, no one left hungry. Thomas was also the program presenter and I, as did others, greatly enjoyed the video “Trouble on the SP”. I had little to zero knowledge of the events covered in the film which was from as much as 60 years ago. Not only did I find the trains of interest but also the cars and buildings. Not to mention people. But of great interest to me were the many shots of vintage earth moving equipment. Bravo Thomas, a great choice.

As of this writing our Members have attended two Chapter functions. The annual Picnic at Crofton was a big success. I counted 24 members and guest present and no fewer than 13 trains including an empty rail train, at least four (or was it six) union Pacific locomotives, two meets and countless Amish Tractors.  Not to mention a very large group of motorcycles! Those in attendance were treated to Wally’s Steam Engines; along with Wally at the steam table was Chuck Henrichs grandson, Hunter. The two of them kept the fires hot and the whistles blowing throughout the day. Matt Gentry had a few of his HO locomotives and cars on display, while Steve Miller kept us in the know with his Mobile Command Station. Truly a great time was had in the midst of great weather.

Several Members were on hand October 12th for the Chapter Fall Foliage train ride which departed Nashville TN and traveled east. I did not attend as I felt it more important to stay near my ailing mother. I will ask for a full report meeting night.

The Monday October 21 meeting night will of course begin our Officer Election process. I will call for nominations for officers three times each. Then in November I will again call for nominations for each office and then hold the election for each. Remember: one can nominate themselves! If any member wishes to hold an office, speak up!!!! You will be given the opportunity to be elected.

Steve Miller is signed up for both the October program and refreshments. Wallace Henderson should have a report for us as well.

Those planning to attend are reminded to bring a guest….the more the merrier.

by Ricky Bivins, Chapter President

Hello again NRHS Chapter members and welcome to sunny September. While at this writing local temperatures are still in the lower 90’s, cool crisp mornings are absolutely great. Truly the best time of the year in Kentucky. As for our Chapter, our events schedule is shaping up as well. This month as usual will see The Bryan’s, Jim and Thomas (and Mrs. Bryan too I bet) and their annual Fish Fry!!! WOO WHOO! Thomas will also present the program “Trouble on the SP”. We are in for a treat in both I am positive.

Saturday, September 28^th, will find us at the Crofton KY Veterans Memorial Park for our annual Picnic hosted by our Hopkinsville Members. This is a great event and greatly looked forward to by many members. Bring a sack lunch or visit one of the nearby (walking distance to at least two) eateries and join in for friends and trains. Hopefully the maintenance curfew will not cause a loss of traffic during our viewing time. We will just have to see.

October 12^th is the scheduled date of our Chapter Fall trip aboard the Nashville and Eastern.  Steve Miller has the details. This should be a fun event for the Chapter with 40+ members going and holding down our own car….a great time awaits.

November will see only a regularly scheduled meeting for Chapter Members…unless of course someone decides the hold an event!

December 13^th will find us trackside in Mortons Gap KY. for our Christmas Dinner. My lovely Wife and I will play host to the Chapter in our home. Details are forth coming. This should be a hoot….I am already excited!

So everyone come Monday September 16^th for Fish and Trains, bring a friend and a show-n-tell.