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OUR 64TH YEAR!!!The Brass NutsJULY 2013VOLUME 62 ISSUE 7Founded November 15, 1948Chartered December 10, 1948
Page 2The Brass NutsJuly 2013The Brass Nuts is published by the 5th of each month2013by the NORTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONALNCRG-HCCAGROUP OF THE HCCA. Permission to reproduceWeb site address: www.ncrghcca.comarticles appearing in this publication is grantedOFFICERSprovided credit is given to the original source. BrassNuts subscriptions are available to non-members for PresidentJessica Ryan (530) 906-0255 15.00 per year.7621 La TourThe mission and purpose of the Northern CaliforniaRegional Group of the Horseless Carriage Club ofAmerica is to bring together people interested in the Vice Presidentpreservation of antique and vintage vehicles and theiraccessories, to preserve and maintain antique andvintage vehicles, and to serve as an accurate andtechnical source of information concerning the Secretaryvehicles for the benefit of the members and the generalpublic. We value and enjoy sharing our cars and theirhistory through public educational events.TreasurerTHE HORSELESS CARRIAGE CLUB OF AMERICAThe Horseless Carriage Club of America is a nonprofitinternational association of people dedicated to theenjoyment, study and preservation of earlyautomobiles manufactured prior to 1916.MembershipThe club was organized in 1937 by a group ofhorseless carriage enthusiasts who foresaw the needfor an organization dedicated to the preservation ofautomotive history. From this beginning the HorselessCarriage Club of America has grown to includemembers from all parts of the United States, Canada,Europe and other parts of the world. www.hcca.orgNCRG 2013—2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS:Jan Charpier, Mike Huff, Kevin Pharis, CathleenRoush, and Jim Ryan. Alternates are: Bob Hopkins,Jr., and Frank SquireGordon McGregor (916) 487-62181334 Mission AvenueCarmichael CA 95608gmcgregr@jps.netCathleen Roush (916) 792-60605920 Helva LaneCarmichael CA 95608cathleenroush@hotmail.comJan Charpier (916) 987-58459168 Ivy League CircleOrangevale CA 95662charpier@comcast.netCOMMITTEESKathy Ryan (916) 988-39327245 Walnut AvenueOrangevale CA 95662jkryan@comcast.netTour & SafetyGordon McGregor (see above)SwapmeetChair 2014Kathy Ryan (916) 988-3932(Same as membership above)Publicity,HistorianSandy Maye (916) 988-25419121 Pershing AvenueOrangevale CA 95662pandamarie@comcast.netNCRG General Meetings will be held the thirdThursday of each month during 2013 (no meetingin December) at the North County Corporation SunshineYard, 5026 Don Julio Boulevard, Sacramento,California.NCRG 2012—2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS:Bill Charpier, Gordon McGregor, Leta Nichols,Jessica Ryan, and Matt Ryan. Alternates are: BobHopkins, Jr. and Alicia PharisAntelope CA 95843Jessica bamber @hotmail.comStephanie Mozell (916) 989-49079214 Pershing AvenueOrangevale CA 95662stephtrek@sbcglobal.netWebmasterJessica Ryan (see above)EducationBill Charpier (see Jan Charpier above)Charpierengineering@yahoo.comEditorSue Hill (916) 988-29875232 Lakefair CourtOrangevale CA 95662ehill2@att.net
July 2013The Brass NutsPresident’s Message:The touring seasoncontinues shaping up. Mattand I continue working onthe Ryan Ramble by workingon the property (where wewill have ample opportunityto explore and relax on thisyear's Ryan Ramble). We arevery excited to share this with all the tourparticipants.Several club members are going on the Model Ttour in Kanab in mid-July. I am very excited toparticipate in this tour and look forward to seeingseveral national parks with close club friends andfamily.The Classics, Cats and Cabernet tour got ravereviews. The Young Life Capernaum group reallyappreciated our participation in their Evening ofDreams event in which club members drove specialneeds kids to their prom in classic and antique cars.I was out and about when a person who didn'tknow I was involved in this club started talkingabout cars. This led to him describing a particulardisplay at the Autorama that he was impressed with.It sure sounded like our club's display. Eventually hepulled up, on his phone, a picture of Matt's and mySpeedster with trailer (not knowing I was associatedwith the car) and other cars from the display so Icould see for myself what he was talking about. Thenproceeded to tell me that he felt the display was thebest display at the Autorama. After all that I wasproud to tell him that I'm President of the clubresponsible for that display. I'm proud to tell all ofyou that our club's display left a lasting impressionon people and months after the Autorama it is stillcreating positive buzz.Sadly, late last month we lost a cherishedmember, Bob Hopkins, Sr. Bob Sr. was a bright,cheery guy who was always happy to see each andevery one of us. He enjoyed touring with all of usand we enjoyed touring with him; he had good caradvice that he was happy to share and he wasgenerally a neat man. He was like our club grandpaand he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts andprayers are with his loved ones.Thank you all for your participation and for beingsuch a wonderful group.JessPage 3Editor’s Message:The Hill house is sort of back to normal after all thecompany who visited the latter part of June.Thank you again for the wonderful tributes andmessages of condolence you shared with all theHopkins family. You’re the best. Dad loved theNCRG and you always made him feel special. Forthat we are so grateful.We have two stories in this Brass Nuts contributedby Frank Squire and Kim Malone. I know you willenjoy reading them. Thank you, Frank and Kim!!!SueNEXT GENERAL MEETINGThursday, 7:00 P. M.July 18, 2013North County Corporation Yard5026 Don Julio BoulevardSacramento, CaliforniaREFRESHMENTSMike Huff and Stephanie MozellRoger and Edna MitchellJULY DISPLAYNo special display has been selected for July;however, if anyone has a special collection oftools or antiques they would like to share withthe group, we would be happy to see yourstuff.
Page 4The Brass NutsJuly 2013NCRG HCCA CALENDAR OF EVENTS:SWAP MEETS, OTHER REGIONAL CLUBHAPPENINGS AND NATIONAL EVENTS:20132013July07 Joint Foothills Tour and BBQ Picnic, David andPatricia Pava13 NCRG Board Meeting, Kevin and Alicia Pharis18 General MeetingJuly 21-25—HCCA Nickel Era Tour, Baker City,OR. Contact Chuck or Alice Steffensen at 208-2843008August15 General Meeting23-25 Ryan Ramble, Old School NCRG Tour, Mattand Jess RyanSeptember19 General Meeting21 Car Show, Rio Linda Fire Truck Fundraiser,Roger Mitchell28-29 Stagette Tour, Jess Ryan28-29 Stag Tour, Matt RyanOctober4-6 Rancho Cicada, Matt and Jess Ryan17 General Meeting27 NCRG Board Meeting, Jim and Kathy RyanNovember10 Gymkhana, Ed Rose21 General MeetingJuly 22-25—Annual Oregon Tour, Grants PassOregon, sponsored by the Model T Club of SouthernOregon. Contact Dave Williams, 5411-479-7580June 30-July 5—Lincoln Highway CentennialCelebration. ebrationAugust 123-25—Lewis & Clark tour is Clatskanie,Oregon hosted by the Portland regional Group.Contact Glenn Slack, 503-723-7775August 30-September 1—54th Annual Air CapitolTour in Hays, Kansas sponsored by the WichitaRegional Group. Contact Dan Closson, 316-6827746October 9-12—Hershey Swap Meet(See your Gazette for more upcoming events)DecemberNo meeting2014July? Davis Ranch Corn FestivalCan you find the car in this photo?
July 2013The Brass NutsPage 5A 1924 DODGE GOES TO SCHOOL!Story by: Frank SquireOn Thursday, May 30, Mrs. Geremia's 1st gradeclass at Del Dayo Elementary School experienced a1924 Dodge Brothers Touring car. They were toldabout the differences between cars of today and earlycars. The discussion included how cars are started,safety features, and accessories such as heaters, airconditioning, radios, and seat belts. Also that theroads of today are paved while early roads werewagon tracks or dirt roads. This year is theCentennial of the first highway across America - thebeginning of paved roads.The car was hand cranked to start. The kids learnedabout early hand signals for turning and braking.They really liked the noise of the engine and thesound of the horn.This is the exciting part.the students get to look inside thecar and see what it’s like compared to today’s automobiles.Mrs. Geremia holds onto one of the students as theylook at the back end of this vintage vehicle.The students are seated and listen intently to Frank as hetalks about his 1924 Dodge Brothers automobile. It seemseveryone is in Hawaiian attire.a definite festive welcome tothe old Dodge.
Page 6The Brass NutsJuly 2013CLASSIC CARS, WOODEN BOATS,WINE AND FOODA Charity Event for the FieldhavenFeline Rescue CenterBy: Sue HillSaturday, June 15 was a pleasant day for travelinginto the foothills in our old cars to spend the eveningbeing wined and dined by the folks at Fieldhaven.They really put on a nice car and wooden boat show.They have silent auctions, raffles, golden tickets forsale and do other things to raise money for the felineshelter. The shelter is located on a beautiful horsefarm in Lincoln CA. The setting is pristine and ourhosts are most gracious.Many people came to see the cars and boats and tospend money to maintain the shelter. I’m tellingyou, cat lovers are very passionate people. They takegood care of their animals and show their love inmany ways.I rode with daughter, Sandy Maye in her 1932 Buick,floor shift, adorable rumble seat coupe. Lee rodewith Jack Maye who drove our 1939 V-12 Packard.When we arrived at Fieldhaven, we were given ourfavorite spot to park.under the lovely shade treesnear all the venues. Lucky us!The Gunderson’s DeLorean, Jim Matson’s 1955 T-Bird andthe Gunderson’s Jaguar.NCRG membersLew and DebraDobbins’gorgeous woodenboat.Jim Matson brought his 1956 Ford Thunderbird tothe show and it is absolutely stunning. His son,Chris rode shotgun.1932 Buick and 1939 Packard with lovely wooden boatsin the background. Sue Hill, Sandy Maye and Lee Hill.
July 2013The Brass NutsThe Gundersons’ brought two cars to the event asthey usually do. This year Garry drove theirbeautiful DeLorean and Mary drove their elegant1956 Jaguar. Both are spectacular automobiles.Famous radio and TVpersonality, Kitty O’Neal in theGunderson’s DeLorean.Kathy Ryan and friend JoAnn Auble rode in Kathy’s1956 Nash Metropolitan. What an adorable car thatis. And.it’s air conditioned! Their drive to theevent was very pleasant on this over 95 degree day.Page 7Kathy Ryanwith the giftbasket she won.Her son, Claysaid: “Bigsurprise.Momwins anotherraffle! Makenote of thishistoricmoment,everybody.itonly happensabout once aweek.”We really enjoy this car show and outing with ourNCRG friends. We look forward to next year’sevent as well.Thanks to Garry Gunderson for coordinating thisevent for us and to Lew and Debra Dobbins for allthe hard work they put into the event as well. It’s aworthwhile event and we get to pet some adorablekittens while there.Kathy Ryan’s 1956 Nash MetropolitanThe food this year was spectacular. Lots of fruit,sandwiches, salmon, chicken and veggie kabobs andother things.even to die for desserts!!!! Yes, thesno-cones were back this year too along with winesof all kinds. A very nice party.Our own Kathy Ryan won one of the raffle prizes; abasket of goodies filled with some 700 in gift cards.“Cat in a Hat”.one of the Gunderson’s kittens at threeweeks old. If you need a kitty, contact Mary and Garry!The kittens have all been fixed and need a good home.
Page 8The Brass NutsJuly 2013HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CITRUS HEIGHTSStory by: Kim MaloneBright and early-8:30?, Saturday, June 22, 2013, theMalone’s-Terry, Kim and Katy-, Mike Huff,Stephanie Mozell and Ed Rose were lined up in theVIP staging area for the Citrus Heights Red, Whiteand Blue parade. The annual event is to celebrate thebirth of our City of Citrus Heights.Waiting for the parade to start were cars and trucksold and new- with drivers and passengers, marchingbands, floats, Indians, horses and dancers-all deckedout in costumes and decorations!Katy and three other Commissioners for the Art &History Commission walked the parade route passingout candy to the many excited children watching andwaving their flags from the sidewalks.Mike and Stephanie were in front driving their 1963Chevy Nova 300 convertible. Terry and Kim weredriving in their 1962 T Bird with the Commission’ssign on the side. Ed Rose was a bit farther back inthe parade driving his 1913 Ford Model T Touringcar (Rosie). He was in his Keystone Kop costume, aspart of his Shriners group, and shot off hisblunderbuss in front of the grandstand! (He didn’teven get arrested.)Mike Huff and Stephanie Mozell by one of the parade cars.On display beside our T Bird was a decorated guitarmatching the car’s color and has a Thunderbird onthe fingerboard-it got lots of comments.Terry and Kim Malone’s 1962 T-Bird and matching guitar.Ed Rose and Terry Malone and Ed’s 1913 T.As the parade moved past the grandstand, peoplegathered in the Sunrise Mall parking lot for a showof vintage cars and trucks.The Rotary Club served a pancake breakfast thatMike and Stephanie enjoyed. Ed, still in his copcostume, was caught eating a doughnut! Elaine Rosejoined us after watching the parade. There were ponyrides, booths set up for vendors-Wolf Radio, StateFarm-our agent and club friend and his team, GregPolley and many other things to do and see.By 11:00, our group was ready to leave the mall. Edand Elaine gave Katy a ride back to her car in Rosieshe loved it!
July 2013The Brass NutsMike and Stephanie made plans to join us in theevening where Terry and his band played on thepatio at Ginger’s Restaurant in Roseville. It was agreat way to relax in the cool night air with friendsand family.Terry MalonePage 9NEW ADDRESS FOR THENATIONAL OFFICE OF THEHCCA.and other stuffThe national club executive secretary, SharonGooding, has moved to Idaho; therefore, the addressof the national office has changed to:HCCA1301 North Manship PlaceMeridian ID 83642If you give out HCCA applications for membership,please make sure this new address is on them so theygo to the right place.We would like to thank our club members that havecome out over the years to celebrate this event-seeyou there next year!AWARD GUIDELINES: By July 2013 an emailnotice to Regional Groups and affiliated Registrieswill be issued with 2013 general award guidelinesand a score sheet that can be used for self-evaluation.(I presume this is for judging the newsletters,websites and/or communications within ourgroups.Ed.)IRS ISSUES: Nothing new on this.Information taken from HCCA National NewsIssue 2013-6-17 #05.RYAN RAMBLE TOURDEADLINEBE SURE TO SIGN UPFOR THIS TOUR BYJULY 30, 2013.CONTACT: MATT RYAN916-747-7046What a great 4th of July parade photo. The hood ornamentis rather unique too.check it out!!!
Page 10The Brass NutsJuly 2013Fashion PageJuly is swim time for most of the nation. Check out these vintage bathing suits formen. This photo was taken probably before the Charles Atlas ads appeared inmagazines back in the day. Check out the legs on the guy at the far left.muscles?Or? Handsome dudes, don’t ya think? Ed.
July 2013The Brass NutsJULY BIRTHDAYS03 Jerry Catchot04 Martin Palmer12 Bea Monson and RalphBrown19 Joe Ticer22 Jennifer Roberts24 Edna Mitchell26 Kelly Matson28 Felicity Davis29 Fran ShermanAUGUST BIRTHDAYS07141628Page 11WELCOME NEW GRANDBABY!Congratulations to Jack and Sandy Maye on the birthof their 5th pandacub, I mean, grandbaby. LittleHudson Danger Maye was born to the Maye’s sonAnthony and wife, Kaitlyn on June 8, 2013. Hudsonweighed in at 7 lbs. 10 oz. and was 20 inches long.Morgan and Lane are his twin sister and brother. Allare doing very well.This makes great-grandchild number 10 for Lee andSue Hill.Archie WrightAgnes ForsheyBlanche GordonJim RyanJULY ANNIVERSARIES05061012Jerry and Joan CatchotWarren and Donna BergThomas and Cathleen RoushGordon and Carolyn McGregorAUGUST ANNIVERSASRIES05 Tony and Orene Savio14 Ralph and Beckie Brown20 Bill and Jan Charpier, Jr.Our dear friends in the NCRG,We thank you so very much for yourmessages of condolence due to the loss ofour dad, Bob Hopkins, Sr. We appreciate allthe love sent our way and the donationsmade in dad’s name to the various charitiesand organizations.Your kindness will be remembered forever.CONGRATULATIONS ANDBEST WISHES FROM ALL OFUS IN THENCRG-HCCA.The family of Robert C. Hopkins, Sr.
Page 12The Brass NutsNorthern California RegionalGroup of the HorselessCarriage Club of AmericaGeneral Meeting MinutesJune 20, 2013Cathleen Roush, SecretaryCalled to order: 7:10 P.M.Guests: NoneRoll call of Board Members: Bill Charpier, JanCharpier, Mike Huff, Gordon McGregor, KevinPharis, Cathleen Roush and Jessica Ryan.Board Members Not Present: Leta Nichols, JimRyan and Matt RyanReading of General Meeting Minutes: May 16,2013. Moved: Gordon McGregor; Second: WarrenBerg; Action: Approved.Commendations:· Evening of Dreams, Community Service Event,Kathy Ryan· Yard Sale to benefit Shriners, Elaine Rose - didwell; got do donate 500 to the cause· Classics, Cats and Cabernet Wooden Boat Show,Garry Gunderson - it was a lot fun! A lot moreorganized and the food was fantastic.Treasurer's Report: Jan CharpierTreasury information - money in/money out: club issolvent.Communications:· Got a postcard from Hopkins, Jr. - they went up toWashington DC and will be heading to Richmondsoon - lots to see and do.· Applebee’s in Natomas is having a car ―Show andShine‖ and we have been invited to attend. The eventis on Thursday Aug 22nd from 5pm to midnight.Free to the public and will include prizes!New Business: None.Unfinished Business:· Car Signs—Leta Nichols - No new update.July 2013STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTSTour and SafetyJune 22—Red, White and Blue Parade, Katy Malone- The event is in Citrus Heights. The event is still ago! Will be a lot of fun!July 7—El Dorado and NCRG Joint Foothills Tourand BBQ Picnic, David and Patricia Pava - Davidoffered to buy the food and is requesting that half ofthe cost is covered by NCRG and the other half iscovered by El Dorado club - meet at 9:45am andleave at 10am -- Kathy motions to go half; Ed Roseseconds; Motion passed.August 23-25—Ryan Ramble, NCRG CampingTour, Matt and Jess Ryan -- Matt & Jess have beenworking on their property and it’s coming along verynicely. Excited to see you there!September 21—Rio Linda Fire Engine RestorationCar Show—Roger Mitchell: 20 entrance fee; 1948or older are welcomed; registration from 9am-10am;car show from 10am to 2pm; See Roger Mitchell ifyou have questions.September 28-29—Stagette Tour to Truckee, JessicaRyan: pretty laid back and looking forward to seeingall you ladies!September 28-29—Stag Tour, Matt RyanOctober 4-6, Rancho Cicada, Matt and Jess RyanNovember 10, Gymkhana, Ed Rose -- more detailscoming.July ? 2014—Davis Ranch Corn Festival (AKASloughhouse) an idea suggested by Cindy Pharis.Education: Frank Squire took his1924 Dodge to hisgrandson’s elementary class and educated themabout the cars of that time.Editor: Sue Hill· President’s message, meeting minutes, flyers andstories due to Editor by June 25.· Other club newsletters are shared via email; somehard copies are provided at the club meetingWebmaster: Jess Ryan—Website is still up there!Sunshine Report: Stephanie Mozell· Sympathy card sent to the Robert Hopkins, Sr.,family and Madeleine Barrett.· Get well card sent to Jim Ryan.
July 2013The Brass NutsMembership: Kathy Ryan—Someone (forgotname) is interested in joining the club; he may bejoining the club.Page 13Meeting Adjourned: Motion made by Elaine Rose;Seconded by Alicia Pharis; Adjourned at 7:50 PM.History and Publicity: Sandy Maye· Club meeting notice was not published in the Bee.Swap Meet: Kathy Ryan—Anything to report? –Not at this time.June Display: Nothing for June.July Display: NoneGood of the Order:· Jim Ryan wants to thank everyone for the wishesand thoughts - he is doing well and is slowly gettingbetter.· Bob Hopkins, Sr. memorial w
Bill Charpier, Gordon McGregor, Leta Nichols, Jessica Ryan, and Matt Ryan. Alternates are: Bob . The Gunderson’s DeLorean, Jim Matson’s 1955 T-Bird and the Gunderson’s Jaguar. July 2013 The Brass Nuts
