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September 2017 | Volume 47 Issue 9

NHHAC News

HistoryThe North Hills Historic AutoClub was founded at Leon’sTavern on Babcock Blvd. inAugust of 1971, by 4 men asfollows: Bill Glesner, EddieKuslick, Ken Kelley & DaveMoore.

PurposeThe general purpose of theNHHAC shall be to encourage themembers to acquire, preserve,restore, exhibit and make use ofantique, classic and specialinterest automobiles, and suchother motor vehicles consideredby the club fitting this purpose.Also, the club will promote theintroduction of ideas andfellowship among its members.

The Newsletter of theNorth Hills Historic Auto Club

Since 1971

A Message from the PresidentWe had a great turn out for the August meeting and what

made it especially nice was the slide presentation Pat O’Neill puton about the 1996 Summer Tour. It was also nice to see many ofthe long standing members, many of whom are no longer with us,having such a good time. I’d like to have members tell a short storyabout some of the funny situations they’ve had on past trips. Iknow there are some really funny ones to be told!

Speaking of good times, we just had a couple of fun lunchtrips in August to Christy’s in Ellwood City and The Roadhouse inNew Middletown, Ohio. The Christy’s trip was a spectacular dayand everyone was able to bring their antique car. What a sight tosee them all in a row! Always a pleasure to have so many membersand friends take part in these trips. Sorry many of you aren’t ableto make it on the first and third Thursday trips, but maybe in thefuture you’ll be able to join us. Only two more trips left --September 7th and 21st.

You’ll be happy to hear that a one day trip is being plannedfor a Sunday, October 15. It will be called the Dick Lowe Tour.More details will be given at the September picnic meeting.

Heads up to all men! The last Friday of September throughApril will be the Men’s Breakfast (from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.) at theAdzema Drug Store, on Rt. 19, Perry Highway, near where the oldWest View Amusement Park was located. For more directions,please call me.

With fall fast approaching, I hope to see all of you at theannual picnic on September 10th!

Your PresidentSteve Illsley

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On August 13, 2017, President Steve Illsley called the meeting to order, following the Pledge of Allegiance.

SECRETARY MINUTES:Motion to approve by Michael Quinn, seconded by Jackie Sheerer.

TREASURERS REPORT:Current cash balance $2,840.93. Motion to approve by Sean O'Neill, seconded by Mary Lou Swaney.

WELLNESS REPORT:Phil Deacon is about to get out of Rehab after foot surgery.

JoAnn Stauffer is healing well after hip surgery.

Marlene Rensi fell and is now recuperating.

OLD BUSINESS:Club Picnic Sept. 10, 2017 - Plan to arrive about noontime. Eating will be approximately 1:00 p.m. If youdid not get your name on the attendance list, call Jan or Bonnie Smith before Sept. 1, 2017 if you areplanning to attend. Phone: 724-282-3320.

Men's Breakfast Meetings - First meeting for this year on September 25, 2017 will be held at AdzemaPharmacy, 8105 Perry Highway (Rt. 19), Pgh. 15237.

Phil Deacon is still looking for storage for his Jeepster. If anyone knows of any available storage, please givePhil a call at 724-502-4239.

NEW BUSINESS:No new business was presented at the meeting.

There being no further business, Judy Coco motioned to adjourn.

Respectfully submitted,Bill Watt

NOTE: A thank-you to Pat O'Neill for putting together a photo slide presentation of a 1996, six-day OhioTour. Pat had a number of stories to go along with the presentation.

Minutes - August 13, 2017

Officers and Directors

PresidentSteve Illsley - (724) 625-1372

Vice PresidentsBill Sheerer - redbug17@verizon.net (412) 367-3138

Daryl Elliott - elliott.mktg@verizon.net (412) 600-9580

TreasurerJack Swaney - carnut123@hotmail.com (724) 272-9405

SecretaryBill Watt - pwatt45@hotmail.com (412) 364-3176

DirectorsMichael Quinn, Past President

Lou Gamber, Term 2017Bob Goetz, Term 2018Betty Boff Term 2019

Ken Barker Term 2020

Appointive Positions

HistorianPosition Open

Flea Market ChairDaryl Elliott - elliott.mktg@verizon.net (412) 600-9580

Car Show ChairJoe Somerville - joeandkath@verizon.net (412) 443-0359

Car Show ProgramSean O’Neill - oneill.sean@live.com

Newsletter EditorSean O’Neill - nhhacnews@yahoo.com

Merchandise DirectorDiane Otto - dotto1208@aol.com (412) 821-2473

Steve Illsley - (724) 553-8386

WebmasterPat O’Neill - p.oneill5020@gmail.com (724) 768-7484

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Email Information List

If you want to be included on the email list thatinforms members of cancellations, memberillnesses, and similar events between newsletters,send a note to Sean O'Neill atnhhacnews@yahoo.com

Wellness and Condolences

For get-well cards, contact Jackie Sheerer atredbug17@verizon.net or (412) 367-3138.

For funeral flowers/fruit baskets, contact JackSwaney at carnut123@hotmail.com or (724)272-9405.

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NHHAC's Mr. & Mrs. Claus (In July)

Sewickley Heights History CenterFamily Fun Day

Saturday, August 26, 20174:00 - 7:00pm

Sewickley Heights History Center is looking forPre-WWII vehicles to display at their Family FunDay. Cars should be on property by 3:00pm.There will be space to park trailers, if necessary.Food and beverages will be provided to all driversand their guests (donations are appreciated).

Contact Dana Greenblatt if you are interested inparticipating at (412) 741-4487 orstaff@sewickleyheightshistory.org

Women's Lunch - Wednesday, September 13The next Women's Lunch will be at Max & Erma's,

936 Sheraton Drive, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066 at 11:30am.

For reservaations, please call Joyce Fugini at (724) 553-5259.

For the menu, go to https://www.maxandermas.com/menu/

On July 25th, Jen and Ken Barker starred as Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the Debbie Lee car cruise on Rt. 68 near Butler.Santa and Mrs.Claus passed out gifts to many boys and girls, as Santa encouraged them all to continue to be good.Theparents and owners of Debbie Lee's were thrilled that Santa could take time out of his busy schedule to be at thecruise. A great time was had by all.

Your reporter, Jan Smith

Alleys, Axles, and AlesAllegheny West Civic Council

c/o Cecil CanalesSaturday, September 23, 2017

9:00am - 5:00pm

Allegheny West located in Pittsburgh's North Shore ishosting its 2nd Alleys, Axles and Ales Tour Saturday,September 23 from 12-5 and Cars 'n Coffee from 9-12. Weare also pleased to announce that the PIttsburgh NationalJaguar Concours is scheduled in the morning during theAllegheny West Cars 'n Coffee. Bring your car to display itwhile gazing at other Cool Classic Cars. Sample local beerson a self guided tour on the back streets and garages. Justimagine the fresh scent of freshly brewed coffee and thearoma of exhaust fumes. Purchase advance tickets on saleAugust 20 at wwwalleghenywest.org

WANTEDGarage space for rent for storage of antique car

Please call Phil Deakin (724)502.4239 (h) or(412)527.4268 (c)

Is your information in the club directory correct?Send changes (address, phone, email, vehicles) to:

Pat O’Neill675 Bairdford Road

Gibsonia, PA 15044-7880724-768-7484

p.oneill5020@gmail.com

Advertising Policy

Free member classifieds:• Must be received by the 20th of the month.• Must be from members current on their dues.• Are limited to 50 words or less, and may include one photo if space permits.• Must state an asking price, except for miscellaneous parts.• Must have a club member as the contact.• Expire after three consecutive months unless the editor is notified otherwise.

Preference is given to ads for antique and classic vehicles and parts.Please include the phone number and/or email address you want displayed.Other ads may be included on a space-available basis. The NHHAC News does not accept businessadvertising.

NHHAC News is published monthly. All items for publication must be received no later than the 20thof each month. Send submissions to Sean O'Neill, 675 Bairdford Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044 or email tonhhacnews@yahoo.com. Any car or club-related news from the membership is greatly appreciated.

Application for membership and annual dues should be sent to Jack Swaney, P.O. Box 152 Mars, PA16046-0152. An application for membership is located on the club web- site athttp://nhhaclub.com/membership-info/.

Classifieds andNotices

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FOR SALEKitco Fiberglass Running Boards - Off a 2008

Extended Cab Pickup $200

Please contact George Sabina (412)366.4959 (h)or (412)779.9357 (c)

All food is being catered, including the desserts. Lunch served at 1:00pm.

Be sure to bring lawn chairs if you want to sit outside.

Wear your name tag and meet someone new!

Call Jan or Bonnie Smith at 724-282-3320 to make your reservationWe need a headcount for food, so please place your reservation by September 1st!

Don't forget about Bingo!

Directions:- From the intersection of Route 8 and Route 228 (from Mars),

go north on Route 8 for 3.8 miles, then turn right on Dinnerbell Road.- Travel 1.3 miles and make an angle left on Rockdale Road.- Travel 3.3 miles and turn right on Blakely Road.- Travel .7 miles and turn left into His Kids School.

NHHAC Annual PicnicSunday, September 10, 2017

Arrive: 12:00pm

His Kids Christian School

650 Saxonburg Road, Butler, PA 16002

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August 26 - Sewickley Family Fun Day, 4:00-7:00pm

September 7 - Summer Lunch Tour

September 10 - Annual Picnic and Monthly Meeting, His Kids Christian School,12:00pm, all food catered

September 13 - Women's Luncheon, 11:30am

September 21 - Summer Lunch Tour

September 27 - Men's Breakfast, 8:00am

October 4-8 - AACA Fall Eastern Meet, Hershey, PA

October 8 - Monthly Meeting, St. Alphonsus Cafeteria, 7:00pm

October 11 - Women's Luncheon, 11:30am

October 15 - The Dick Lowe Tour

October 25 - Men's Breakfast, 8:00am

NHHAC Calendar of Events

Automobile TriviaLast Month's QuestionWhich U.S. President converted the White HouseStables into a garage, after purchasing fourvehicles expressly for the President's use?

Bonus: What were those four vehicles?

Answer: While a 1907 White steam car waspurchased by Theodore Roosevelt'sadministration, he refused to ride in it, so asnot to ruin his image as a "rough-ridinghorseman." His successor, President WilliamH. Taft embraced the automobile andconverted the stables into a garage, in order tohouse his new fleet: A 1911 White, a BakerElectric, and two Pierce-Arrows.

Next Trivia QuestionWhat was the first Japanese vehicle to be produced inthe United States?

Bonus: Where was it manufactured?

North Hills Historic Auto Clubc/o Patrick O'Neill675 Bairdford RoadGibsonia, PA 15044

Rare photo of Steve getting peer-pressured into eating ice cream.