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Volume 45, Issue 6
SINCE 1971
NHHAC NEWS The Newsletter of the North Hills Historic Auto Club
The North Hills Historic Auto Club was founded in August of 1971. Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month in the school cafeteria of St. Alphonsus church located on Church Road
(Rt. 19 & Rt. 910) in Wexford, unless otherwise noted in the monthly newsletter.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Upcoming Events 4
Car Show 5
Brunch Tour Photos 6-7
Classifieds & Notices 8-9
Name That Vehicle Back
http://nhhaclub.com/
JUNE 2015
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Warm weather has finally arrived
and the weather for the first lunch-
eon tour on May 6th cooperated
to the max. Thanks, Steve, for mak-
ing the arrangements. I understand
that Steve has some very interesting
luncheons coming up and, if possi-
ble, try to make some of those.
Please don’t forget to volunteer
to help out at the annual Car Show and make sure
that you sign up if you are bringing your antique car
to the Show. We need to know that in advance.
‘Hope to see you soon!
Michael
Car Show—June 7
NHHAC NEWS June 2015 Page 2
NORTH HILLS HISTORIC AUTO CLUB MINUTES MAY 17, 2015
On May 17, 2015, President Mike Quinn called the meeting to order following the Pledge of Allegiance. President Quinn inquired if there were any corrections or additions to the minutes of the April 12, 2015 meeting. There were none. Steve Illsley motioned to accept the minutes and Ron Underwood seconded. Treasurer Jack Swaney read the treasurer’s report. Current cash balance is $4,171.43. Jan Smith made a motion to accept the treas-urer’s report and Mary Jo Phillips seconded.
Wellness Report Jen Barker is recovering from an episode of heat exhaustion. Phil Deakin is recovering nicely at North Hills rehab and is appreciative of cards and well wishes.
Old Business Grace Manor cruise is June 20, 2015. Meeting time is noon.
Car Show Car show arrangements are going smoothly. Five classes are not sponsored as yet. Members coming with cars must be at the show no later than 10:00. Preferable member arrival time is between 8 and 10. Discussion was held concerning parking of member cars.
New Business Second lunch tour will be May 20 leaving at 12 noon from Mars train station. Jan Smith will be DJ’ing in Meridien on June 5 at the car cruise. There being no further business to discuss, Steve Illsley motioned to adjourn.
Respectfully submitted, Diane Otto
NHHAC NEWS June 2015 Page 3
OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS
President
Michael Quinn—[email protected]
412-487-1888
Vice President
Joe Somerville—[email protected]
412-443-0359
Treasurer
Jack Swaney—[email protected]
724-272-9405
Secretary
Diane Otto—[email protected]
412-821-2473
Directors
Jan Smith, Past President
Mike Coco, Term 2015
Antoinette Quinn, Term 2016
Lou Gamber, Term 2017
Bob Goetz, Term 2018
APPOINTIVE POSITIONS
Historian
Ann Cutuli—[email protected]
724-265-3238
Flea Market Chairman
Daryl Elliott—[email protected]
412-600-9580
Car Show Chairman
Joe Somerville—[email protected]
412-443-0359
Car Show Program
Joe Disalvo—[email protected]
Newsletter Editor
Jennie Barker—[email protected]
Merchandise Director
Diane Otto—[email protected] 412-821-2473
Steve Illsley—724-553-8386
Webmaster
Pat O’Neill—[email protected]
412-487-8512
Email Information List
If you would like to be included on the email list that informs members of cancellations,
member illnesses and similar events between newsletters, send a note to Martha McEvoy
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Wellness and Condolences
Until John Kuss is able to resume his duties as the chairperson of our “Get Well and Con-
dolences” committee for members and their immediate families, two people will handle
this important job.
For get-well cards, contact Jackie Sheerer at [email protected]
or 412-367-3138.
For funeral flowers/fruit baskets, contact Jack Swaney at [email protected] or
724-272-9405.
NHHAC NEWS June 2015 Page 4
UPCOMING EVENTS
June 7 Annual NHHAC Car Show—Volunteers are needed in all areas
June 14 Monthly meeting at St. Alphonsus Church School, 7:00 pm
June 20 Grace Manor Cruise
July 12 Monthly meeting at St. Alphonsus Church School, 7:00 pm
Aug. 9 Monthly meeting at St. Alphonsus Church School, 7:00 pm
Car Trivia ————-
See answer on
page 9
Q: What car was the
first production V12, as
well as the first produc-
tion car with aluminum
pistons?
Herm Bickl August 4, 1927—May 3, 2015
The family of Al Fugini
gratefully acknowledges the
kind expressions of sympathy
from the NHHAC membership.
NHHAC NEWS June 2015 Page 5
2015 NHHAC CAR SHOW BOOKLET
Ads are needed for the show booklet
1/8 page = $25
1/4 page = $40
1/2 page = $60
Full page = $100 For Trophy Sponsorship, add $25 to the ad
price
For Sale or Want Ads: 30 characters = $10
Contact Joe Disalvo at 724-776-7339
Deadline for buying ads: _________
ANNUAL CAR SHOW SUNDAY JUNE 7, 2015 Contact the chairperson listed to offer assistance
Show Chairperson: Joe Somerville 412-443-9425(C) 412-443-0359(C) 412-939-2984(H)
Judging Bob Cirilli 724-449-3323 Registration Steve Illsley 724-553-8386 Parking (show) Rick McClure 724-933-9203 Refreshment Stand Suzanne Acker 412-364-3875 Show Book Joe DiSalvo 724-776-7339 Gates Jackie Sheerer 412-367-3138 Advertising Ernie Rensi 412-318-4919 Flea Market Steve Parise 412-367-4928 Pop Mary Jo Phillips 724-316-8809 PA System Jan Smith 724-282-3320 50/50 Raffle Ernie Rensi 412-318-4919 Road Signs Jack Dougherty 412-486-3808 Posters Pat O’Neill 412-487-8512 Trophy/Dash Plaques Rick Kelley 724-443-5046 Trophy Signs Suzanne Acker 412-364-3875
NHHAC NEWS June 2015 Page 6
The May 6 brunch tour started at the train station in Mars. Steve led the participants
to Tip Top Mountain to see a beautiful car collection . Items of interest included a
wood shop, covered bridge, and a mural painted by Jan Smith’s mother. The tour
ended with lunch in Saxonburg.
NHHAC NEWS June 2015 Page 7
NHHAC NEWS June 2015 Page 8
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 business advertising.
NHHAC News is published monthly. All items for publication must be received no later
than the 20th of each month. Send submissions to Jennie Barker, 2349 Highland Ave, Al-
lison Park, PA 15101 or email to [email protected]. 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, PA 16046-0152. An application for membership is located on the club web-
site at http://nhhaclub.com/membership-info/.
Membership dues are $20.00 per year, payable by the first day of January. Late re-
newals are $25.00
FOR SALE 1975 Olds Convertible
Ready for summer
$4500.
Contact Gary at 412-449-9197 or [email protected]
First Posted: May 2015
NHHAC NEWS June 2015 Page 9
Newsletters sent to email ad-
dresses are in full color. Printed
copies of the newsletter are in
black and white.
CORRECTIONS & OMISSIONS ——————————————————-
Please send corrections & omissions
to the editor.
Newsletter Submissions
Do you have a story or
photo share? Send them
to the newsletter editor.
The next deadline is: June 20
Don’t let your newsletter take
a wrong turn! Please send your new address
(street and/or email) to Pat O’Neill,
675 Bairdford Road
Gibsonia, PA 15044-7880
Answer to Car Trivia Question from Page 4
A: The 1915 Packard Twin-Six. Used during
WWI in Italy, these motors inspired Enzi Fer-
rari to adopt the V12 himself in 1948.
Next Meeting
Sunday, June 14
7:00 P.M.
St. Alphonsus Cafeteria
June 2015
TO:
NORTH HILLS
HISTORIC AUTO CLUB
c/o Pat O’Neill
675 Bairdford Road
Gibsonia, PA 15044-7880
NAME THAT VEHICLE
What vehicle does this wheel belong to?
Bonus question: Who owns it?
Send your guess to the editor.
Last month’s wheel belongs to Becky & Dick Lowe’s 1931 Ford Model A Coupe
One correct answer was received, and it was
from Dick Lowe.