May 2002

President’s Message

We had a really nice meeting, our members are back from Quartzsite.

We have received just about all of our contracts from our dealers, and the demonstrators are all set.

Looking forward to seeing everyone on our next field trip.

Try to think of some new ideas for craft day. We always have such great wheel prizes.

Spring is in the air I hope, I know everyone will be busy in their yards. So don't over do and get hurt. Watch your backs, be very careful. I hope everyone is in good health.

I would like to thank the club for the fruit basket and the members who took the time to visit, send plants and bring me lunch. I am very lucky to have good friends.

Always remember to enjoy life's journey,

but leave no tracks.

Donna M. Chavez

President

Tooele Gem And Mineral

Tooele Senior Citizens Center

April 9, 2002

The meeting was called to order by president Donna Chavez every one was welcomed.  The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved.  The treasurer report was read and approved.

We were glad to see most of the snowbirds were at the meeting.  Dennis reported on the club newsletter competition, the Strata placed in the competition, two articles also placed, Dennis asked every one to write an article for the newsletter.

Janet brought a sample of the orange ribbing for our vests, Ardith said that she could use it, so far we have about six people who want a vest.  It was decided to order the patches, the club gave Mat the option of getting twelve patches or getting twenty four if we can get a price break on the larger quantity.

Jay asked the members to save the one- half pound margarine containers Melva wants them to make prizes.  Jay talked to Shubert about getting permission for the club to collect iron pyrite on the mine dumps up Ophir canyon. He said it would be ok, the club decided to go to Ophir for iron pyrite on May 18th this will be a day trip, we will meet at the intersection of SR73 and Ophir canyon road.  We talked about getting new lightweight tables, we are still looking for the best price we can get.

We have all the show dealers’ contracts back except for one, we have our demonstrators selected. Mary Helen will bring the treats next month.  Jay checked the grab bags we have about1500, filled and ready to go. We also have about fifteen hundred bags that we can fill, we decided to have some more bags sewed, Jane will do it for 10 cents each.  Leona got the club a bunch of tumbled stone to use.  Dennis will explain all about different ways of casting silver at our next meeting, he will also set up a class later so we can learn how to do it.  Mickey Miller won the door prize.  The meeting was adjourned.

Minutes submitted by

Larry Wilson

Secretary 

Members New

Get Well Soon:

I hope I have everyone. Phil Salm is in the hospital with back problems. Jay Wood had or is having eye surgery. We wish them a speedy recovery.

Field Trip:

May 18 for Pyrite in Ophir. Details on page 6.

May Meeting Program:

Talk about Direct Casting (silver casting using - salt, bean & broom). I have had a VERY hectic month, Hopefully I will have some examples by the meeting. If you would like to preview what I will be talking about, you can find how to articles at www.utahrockhounds.com & click on projects.

Direct Casting Class:

I haven’t had a chance to set up a place to hold the class, but I hope to have it on May 25^th at 10:00 AM. The demo will last about an hour, if you wish to try it you need your own silver (about ½ to 1 oz.) or if you wish to buy some I can pick it up for you. If you wish to attend call me at XXXXXXXXXX & let me know if you will need silver.