November 13, 2009 by hotkey
Lowell was back at the quarterly lunch at Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse with his trusty camera so we have proof of attendance for those of you needing an alibi. Ron Dixon was a new face and broke bread with Terry Anderson, Larry Harm, Steve Horst, Blaine Arnold, Frank Skafidas, Lowell St. Clair, Walt Zachmeyer, Larry Smith and Jack Slater.
The next event is planned for February 19th, 2010! Man the time is flying……………
By the way – rumor has it that John Wayne said, “Life is hard; it’s harder if your stupid”.
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August 29, 2009 by hotkey
Quarterly chow meet-up with the old IH guys was Friday, August 21st, 2009 and before I forget it, the next date is November 13th, 11:30 (eek – Friday the 13th!). Lets see how I do on attendance. Larry Smith, Don Smith, Frank Skafidas, Joe Rossi, Larry Harms, Walt Zachmeyer, Terry Anderson, Steve Horst, and Paul Rouse. Also, a “special guest” who crashed the party was Terry Daniels, a not so old ex-IH guy. If I’ve left someone out, please feel free to drop a line and I’ll update.
A few world problems were solved and we generally agreed we all could be in for a long 4 to 8 years. Most of the discussions were generalized bull with a few “hey do you remember”s.
Lunch at Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse was pretty tasty with a nifty box of “free” cookies available for desert. I think we’re eating here again in November but a few folks mentioned that The Captains Table has reopened so that may be a future location.
Happy Halloween!
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May 27, 2009 by hotkey
Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse had a handful of old IH folks there last Friday, May 22nd, 2009. Making a showing were Lowell St. Clair, Dave Green, Don and Larry Smith, Terry Anderson, Larry Harm, Frank Skafidas, Jan Erickson and Joe Rossi. A few gents missed due to an inability to plan correctly and/or read a calendar.
Next meet-up at Johnny’s should be August 21st 2009 at 11:30 “ish”.
Thanks again to Lowell for the pix!
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March 10, 2009 by hotkey
Larry Harm, Larry Smith, Lowell St Clair, Joe Rossi, Walt Zachmeyer, Don Smith, Frank Skafidas, Blaine Arnold, and Terry Anderson found their way to the new lunch location Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse. A few of the regulars were “no-shows” because they had gone south to enjoy the warm weather and lots of golf (read snow!). Some of the pictures Lowell took are posted here as well.
The next meeting is Friday 5/22/09 Johnny’s 11:30 A.M.
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February 7, 2009 by hotkey
Next lunch date will be at Johhny’s Italian Steakhouse.
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December 26, 2008 by hotkey
Don Smith sent this email to most that attend the quarterly lunch:
“I received word today, December 24th, that Ed Ford’s visitation will be at Wheelans Funeral home, 7th Avenue and 30th street, Sunday 2 to 5 PM. Funeral will be at same place Monday December 29th at 10 AM. Obituary should be in the Moline Dispatch and Rock Island Argus this Friday. Our most profound sympathies are extended to Ed’s family and friends. Don”
It was in the Dispatch obituaries today.
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December 12, 2008 by hotkey
Good turn out today. Lowell St. Clair, Terry Anderson, Larry and Don Smith, Jan Erickson, Jim VanStechelman, Joe Rossi, Dave Green, Frank Skafidas, and yes, a few “noobs” too. Say hello to Terry Daniels, Joe Schafer, and Don Zumdome. A few notables were absent. Steve Horst (working at Saskatoon – Great White North), Paul Rouse (back to work at McLaughlin), me (schedule conflict with mom) and a few others but bottom line, a good showing today. If any of you have thoughts to add please do so in a comment below the posting. Lowell had to cut out early but did get some photos.
How about some email addresses for Larry Smith (I know, I know), Joe Schaefer, Jim VanStechelman, and Terry Daniels. And I’m looking for a revised email address for Larry Harm and Frank Skafidas. Anyone got something?
Well anyway, have a great holiday. Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy new year to all. Next lunch is March 6th .
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September 23, 2008 by hotkey
Lite because attendance was a record low. Paul Rouse, Steve Horst, Terry Anderson, Larry Smith, Lowell St. Clair (photographer), and me (JDS). Lets hope for increased participation at the next meet-up on December 12th.
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July 18, 2008 by hotkey
Once again I had to skip the fun (I’ve got too many irons in the fire!). 1 more miss and I’m sure I’ll be up for disciplinary action! At any rate, a distinguished group rolled (someone in new wheels it looks like) in to The Captains Table. Interesting year so far what with primary elections that include 2 minorities, steeply rising gas costs (and others), increased interest in global warming and thinking “green”, higher insurance costs, floods of record magnitude, and lots of other interesting life events.
Enough editorializing – sorry! Todays’ attendees (if my memory is close) were Larry Harm, Paul Rouse, Russ Embree, Dave Green, Lowell St. Clair, Don Smith, Steve Horst, Frank Skafidas, Bill Jordan, Terry Anderson, Larry Smith, and special guest, Vern Burns.
The date for lunch next is September 19th – at 11:30 again. Same place.
Photos courtesy of Lowell – thanks.
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June 30, 2008 by hotkey
The malapropism link (below right) has many classic speech items from former IH employees – and others they know and love. Nothing is sacred of course Feel free to comment on as many as you like.
Do you have any classics that you’d like posted? Email them.
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April 18, 2008 by hotkey
This time I had the date wrong by a week! I’ll be showing up NEXT Friday, 4/25. I know, I know, Materials guy late as usual! Oh well…
Some of the “usual suspects” and some newbies in attendance at today’s rainy lunch at The Captains Table. Those reported to me are: Larry Harm, Paul Rouse, Jan Erikson, Dave Green, Lowell St. Clair, Don Smith, Steve Horst, Frank Skafidas, Walt Zachmeyer, Terry Anderson, and Larry Smith.
I heard that 2 visitors stopped by as well – Butch DeBlieck and Tom Hanson (never know if its “e” or “o”).
Next gathering is July 18th, same location. Pictures from today courtesy of Lowell St. Clair – thanks.
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January 25, 2008 by hotkey
The group of hungry, old, ailing, retired boys met again today at the usual place (Captain’s Table) for some chow and laughs. I had to leave early but I think everyone got plenty of both for lunch! The guys that braved the cold snowy day were Al Collins (1st timer I think), Bill Jordan, Don & Larry Smith, Frank Skafidas, Jan Erickson, Joe Rossi, Steve Horst, Terry Anderson, Lowell St.Clair and your’s truly.
Keep in mind that neither Larry or Al are wired (yet) so they won’t see this posting. Any communications with them should be done by overland stage coach and/or pony express. (come on you two, get with it!)
The next social outing is set for Friday April 18th, 11:30 AM at – you guessed it – Captain’s Table. I know we’re all hoping to be in warmer weather with no snow on the ground when we arrive.
We didn’t get any new pics today – someone has got to be the designated camera guy!
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November 2, 2007 by hotkey
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November 2, 2007 by hotkey
Only because I had another commitment, and sorry I had to pass on today’s gathering. Those in attendance today were Don & Larry Smith, Walt Zachmeyer, Larry Harms (1st timer), Russ Embree (1st timer), Frank Skafidas, Jan Erickson, Joe Rossi, Steve Horst, Terry Anderson, and Lowell St.Clair. I’m sure some of you will add comments to this post to pass along the main subjects talked about today (I’m sure world hunger was probably solved!). Lowell was good enough to snap some photos.
The next meeting is scheduled for January 25th, 2008 – same time, same place. Happy Holidays to all!
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August 24, 2007 by ttyme
Jack left early, but the next meeting (per Lowell) is 11/2/2007 …
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August 24, 2007 by hotkey
The group met again today – what a riotous, rowdy bunch! I’m sure the other diners at The Captains Table were overwhelmed.
Attendees were Frank Skafidas, Terry Anderson, Steve Horst, Joe Rossi, Don Smith, Larry Smith, Lowell St. Clair, Bill Jordan, Walt Zachmeyer, Jan Erickson, Dave Green (and me – Jack Slater). Got the email list gathered, bashed a few acquaintances, and chowed down.
I left in a hurry, realizing I was late for another commitment, so I missed the date agreed upon for the next gathering. I’ll post it as soon as I can get the date.
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June 27, 2007 by hotkey
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May 19, 2007 by hotkey
I was invited to, and attended, my 1st quarterly lunch gathering of the International Harvester East Moline Plant managerial retirees. Lunch was at The Captains Table, River Drive Moline (check the website for a coupon!).
Attendees were Terry Anderson, Steve Horst, Joe Rossi, Don Smith, Larry Smith, Lowell St. Clair, and Jim VanStechelman (and me – Jack Slater). We decided to put up a Blog for group communications. We’ll see how it goes!
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