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January 2018 | Volume 48 Issue 1

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 PresidentI know I always mention how fast the holidays come

and go…I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and thatthe New Year will be happy, healthy and prosperous!

As 2018 begins, we now have two events to look forwardto! Our After Christmas Party and our Mid-Winter Trip. Ifyou plan on going to the party, please be sure to call JackSwaney now to get your reservations in. Thanks to Jack fororganizing the party and for always making it a success.

This year, the Mid-Winter Trip will be back to BlackWater Falls State Park in West Virginia. If you would like tojoin in on this trip, please see the details in this newslettersubmitted by Jackie Sheerer. In prior years, when we went tothe lodge at Black Water Falls, the weekend was always a lot offun! Be sure to get your reservations made, so you don’t missout! Thanks to Jackie for taking care of this event for us!

Another thanks I want to pass along is to Daryl Elliottfor his presentation on the cars of the twenties at last month’smeeting. Always a pleasure to review our automotive history!

Now we’re on to the New Year! Let’s make it amemorable one!

Your PresidentSteve Illsley

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On December 10, 2017, President Steve Illsley called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. following thePledge of Allegiance.

Secretary Minutes: ApprovedMotion by: Mick QuinnSeconded by: Mike Coco

Treasurers Report: ApprovedCurrent cash balance: $2,020.11Motion by: Bob MooreSeconded by: Daryl Elliott

Wellness Report:Phil Deacon is now back at his apartment

Old Business:After Christmas Party reservations are moving forward. To date 14 reservations are committed.Reservation form and details in monthly newsletter.

Winter getaway is scheduled for March 2-4, 2018.Location: Blackwater Falls, located in the Allegheny Mountains in Tucker County; near Davis, WestVirginia. Additional information in this newsletter.

Men's breakfast is December 29, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. at the Cracker Barrel Restaurant , 1740 Rt. 228,Cranberry Twp, 16066.

New Business:None

Note: A thank you to Daryl Elliott for his presentation pertaining to the cars of the 1920's.

There being no further business, Bill Sheerer motioned to adjourn.

Respectfully submitted,

Bill Watt

Minutes - December 10, 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 2018

Jennie Barker Term 2019Ken 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 ListIf 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 CondolencesFor 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 Annual After-Christmas PartyLuciano's Brick Oven

116 Scharberry LaneMars, PA 16046

Sunday, February 11, 2017Appetizers and Cash Bar: 5:00pm

Dinner: 6:00pm

Buffet MenuMeat: Chicken and Salmon

Greens: Salad and Select VegetablesAssorted Desserts

Drinks: Iced Tea, Water, Coffe, Hot Tea

Price: $29/person

Reservations are due by February 1, 2018

Note: Your membership must be current to register

NHHAC After-Christmas Party Reservation Form

Name(s): ________________________________________________________________

Phone Number: ___________________________

Dietary Needs: ____ Gluten Free ____ Vegan ____ Sugar Free Other: __________

# Dinners ____ at $29 each = $_______ Total (1 = $29, 2 = $58, 3 = $87, 4 = $116)

Make checks payable to NHHAC and mail to:

Jack Swaney, 1140 Saxonburg Blvd, Saxonburg, PA 16056

Reservations must be received by February 1, 2018

FOR SALE

1940 Pontiac Delux Sedan, 1 of a kind. 3 speedautomatic, 307 4 barrel, PS, PB, suicide doors, runnsgood. Good condition. $14,500. Color: True Blue.

Contact George Eswein (412)580-8853

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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Winter Retreat at Blackwater Falls

March 2-4, 20181584 Blackwater Falls Road, Davis, WV 26260

A weekend of rest and relaxation, made to be the way you want it. There will be a host room forpuzzles and games, a planned lunch nearby on Saturday, and anything else you wish to make of the

what the area has to offer.

Call the lodge at (304) 259.5216 to make your reservation.Then notify Jackie Sheerer that you've made your reservation at (412) 367.3138.

Price is $99.80/night(Includes tax)

The Roaring Twenties with Daryl ElliottVP Daryl Elliott shared numerous car ads out of Naitonal Geographics from the 1920s, and insertedstatistics about production numbers and sales. Thanks for putting this together!

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December 29 - Men's Breakfast, Cracker Barrel (Rt. 228), 8:00am

January 10 - Women's Lunch, Olive Garden, 11:30am

January 14 - Monthly Meeting, St. Alphonsus Cafeteria, 7:00pm

January 31 - Men's Breakfast

February 11 - Annual After Christmas Party and Monthly Meeting,

Luciano's Brick Oven, 5:00pm

February 14 - Women's Lunch

Feburary 28 - Men's Breakfast

March 2-4 - Winter Retreat to Black Water Falls, Davis, WV

March 11 - Monthly Meeting, St. Alphonsus Cafeteria, 7:00pm

NHHAC Calendar of Events

Women's Lunch - Wednesday, January 10The next Women's Lunch will be at Olive Garden

40 McIntyre Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 at 11:30am.

For reservaations, please call Joan Artzberger at (412) 364-6842

For the menu, go to https://www.olivegarden.com/menu-listing/

PAY YOUR DUES$20 is due to Jack Swaney by January 1

($5 late fee if after January 1)

Pay in person or mail to Jack Swaney at:

PO Box 152, Mars, PA 16046

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

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