THE ABTO GAZETTE November, 2012 Volume 20 Number 11

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IN THIS ISSUE

President’s Message

November Membership Meeting & Auction

Christmas Open Houses

Glenn Sampson Award Nominations

Christmas Dinner

Snort Bear and

Widget Railroad

Brian & Rebecca

Casuill

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CONTENTS

President’s Message.…………………....….…2

Treasurers Report/Bill Nagle Sale…….…..3

October Meeting Minutes…...……………...4

November Meeting Information.....….….5

Glenn Sampson Nomination Info...…….. 6

Christmas Dinner Information...…………. 7

Calendar of Events…………...………………… 8

Christmas Open House Poster…….. ……. 9

Flagstaff Depot……………………..…………..10

Tucson Round About..…….……………….. 11

Shows & Swap Meet…….…………….……. 12

Library News………………..………………….. 13

Board of Directors

President: Bob Rauperstrauch 480-753-9690 braup@centurylink.net Vice President: Ennis Thompson 602-527-0402 egtrailroading@aol.com Secretary: Tony Vacek 623-566-9274 avacek@cox.net

Treasurer: Dennis Busby 480-288-4680 goldtrain45@hotmail.com

Directors at Large Ken Hawkins 623-640-6446cell knkdesertrail@cox.net

Ginny Morris 480-248-9130 putterm@cox.net

Daryll Smith 602-402-9458cell dpsmith710@cox.net

Hello Garden Railroaders, I’d like to thank Brian and Rebecca Casull for hosing last month’s meeting. Everyone who attended I believe had a good time, including the scout contingent. Many of us attended the 20 minute orientation for the Venture Crew program and those attending will now be ready to host the scouts should they agree to have a scout or two help them out during the Christmas Open House tours. This program will start out slow, but should grow over time. We will be approaching the homes that participated in Dan Hoag’s spring open house tours to now participate in the ABTO spring event. This event will replace Dan’s, now that he no longer will be having his spring open house tours. On a different note, it seems we have enough surplus cars and buildings left over from the Phoenix Children’s Hos-pital shutdown that we can have another auction in November at Jim Gardner’s home. So if you missed a chance to buy that special building at the last auction, you’ll have a second chance in November! Also, don’t forget to call Ennis Thompson, if you are planning on going to the Tucson “Round-Robin” layout tours. That date is Nov. 10, so don’t delay notifying him if you are going. I hope to see you all at Jim and JoAnne Gardner’s home this month! Bob Rauperstrauch

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ARIZONA BIG TRAIN OPERATORS OCTOBER 2012 TREASURER’S REPORT

Income: McCormick Stillman Park – Donation 100.00 October Meeting Raffle 35.00 Holiday Dinner Sales 38.00 Total Income 173.00 Expenses: Name Badges 10.73 Storage Rental 175.84 Season For Sharing – COH 80.00 Printing & Copies – COH 179.45 Modules - Dioramas 170.79 Newsletter 10.29 Total Expenses 627.10 Net Income -$454.10

SALE DATES BY BILL NAGLE

November 10, 11, 17 &18th—9am-dark 1236 S. Longmore Court, Chandler, AZ 85286 Due to health problems, it is sad to let all members know that Bill Nagle will be selling his complete train collection. If you have visited Bill’s layout, you know he has very nice items. Bill will not put a price on any item, he will accept whatever an honest person thinks something is worth to him. The items include engines, track, dwellings, track transformers, storage racks, and many more items.

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THE ABTO GAZETTE A.B.T.O. REGULAR MEETING 10/27/12

Meeting was held at the home of Brian & Rebecca Casull President Bob called the meeting to order at 12:20 PM. The meeting fol-lowed the BSA Venturing program. Bob asked our host Brian for a few words about the layout. Brian talked about the two additions named after Glenn Sampson and Bob Clark. Also about the 4 1/2 foot rattlesnake hiding in the furniture warehouse. The minutes and treasurer’s report were fine as printed in the newsletter. Roger C. said we will be setting up the red module track at the Turkey Meet on 11/24 & 25 and would like a little help. Also, does anyone have some UP flat cars to be used on the Bob Clark train. Mike T. talked about the Tucson trip on 11/10. Anyone wanting to join in, please contact Ennis T. ASAP. Ennis T. talked about the COHT and passed out the layout packets. He said Sandy R. did an excellent job on the maps, etc. The update of our website is still in limbo, but all the COHT info is posted on the site. The Xmas Dinner on 12/2 will be held at Monti's again. Rich Hull is lining up a guest speaker. The meal will cost $38.00 per. The details will be in the next newsletter and the deadline will be 11/24. Mail checks to Dennis B. Treasurer. The floor at CCMC has been installed and the layout is up and running again. Bob said the 11/17 meeting will be at the Gardner's home and we will have an auction. Dennis B will try to find a storage facility where we can also house our trail-ers to keep everything in one place. Rich H. is looking for nominees for the Glenn Sampson Award by 11/20. It was motioned and approved to give a 6 month free membership to the families of the BS in the venturing program. Bill Nagle is selling all his train equipment. Sale will be 11/10, 11, 17 & 18. Raffle prize was won by Roger C. Door prizes were won by Dennis B, John P and Mike T. Meeting adjourned 1:00 PM. Respectfully submitted. Tony Vacek Secretary

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ABTO Membership Meeting

and AUCTION

November 17, 2012

Jim & JoAnne Gardner

Address: 1355 S. Glenview Circle

Mesa, Arizona 85204

Telephone: 480-844-1956

Schedule: 9am-10-00am-Pancake Breakfast

10:00am-Membership Meeting

10:30am-AUCTION

Food: Pancakes, syrup, coffee and water furnished

Members please bring breakfast items, juices,

casseroles, etc.

RSVP: ENNIS THOMPSON

@ egtrailroading@aol.com

by Wednesday, November 14th

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Take US 60 East

Take Gilbert Road-exit 182

Left onto S. Gilbert Road ———0.5 miles

Right onto East Southern Avenue-1 mile

Right onto S. Lindsey Road——-0.2 miles

Right onto E. Hampton Avenue-0.2miles

Take 2nd right onto S. Glenview Circle

1355 is on the right

ABTO MAILING ADDRESS

Arizona Big Train Operators, Inc.

P.O. Box 50428

Mesa, Arizona 85208

PLEASE NOTE:

ROGER CROOKS NEEDS HELP AT HIS OPEN HOUSE.

A BOY SCOUT WILL BE HELPING ROGER, BUT HE

NEEDS ANOTHER ADULT IN ORDER FOR THE

BOY SCOUT TO ASSIST HIM AT HIS OPEN HOUSE.

PLEASE CONTACT ROGER IF YOU CAN ASSIST AT

rpc7271@yahoo.com or 602-796-2854. THANK YOU.

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Nominations being accepted for Annual Glenn Sampson Award

The Glenn Sampson Annual Engineers Award was approved by the ABTO Board three years ago. Bob and Sandy Rauperstrauch were the recipients of this first prestigious award. Ginny Morris was presented the 2011 award and Bob Clark received the award posthumously. This is the only award presented by the Club on an annual basis. The Board felt the club should recognize the work its members do on an annual basis. In approving this award, the Board stated, "We don't need many awards, just one and the club should play a role in who is picked to receive the award, thus the reason for presenting the idea of the Glenn Sampson Engineers Award. Glenn exemplified the true spirit of volunteerism in a club and had a tremendous ability to get along with all members. If there was work to be done Glenn was there." ABTO individuals need to nominate who they think should receive the award. They do this by naming the individual and in a no more than one page description explain why this individual should receive the award. These nominations would be submitted to Rich Hull. He will pick 2 other individuals, one who will be the President to work with him to pick the actual winner. This award will be presented at the an-nual Christmas Party. Your nomination needs to be in Rich's hands by November 20. You can e-mail your one page nomination to rich@hullbroadcasting.com or by regular mail: 25025 S. Lakeway Drive, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248. Phone: 602-684-1203 (cell) or 480-802-5308 (home). There are some rules: A person can nominate anyone including his/her self. Board members can be nomi-nated. The rules are simple, you as a member just need to nominate that person who should receive this important award. Again, send you nomination to Rich Hull by November 20. Previous winners of engineers award: Jack Slinkard * Ennis Thompson * Glenn Sampson * Jerry McKenzie * Rich Hull * Bob & Sandy Rauperstrauch Ginny Morris Bob Clark * Presented prior to being a board sanctioned project

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CHRISTMAS DINNER Sunday, December 2, 2012 4:00pm-7:00pm Monti’s LaCasaVega 100 South Mill Avenue (corner of Mill & Rio Salado) Tempe, Arizona 85281

The cost will be $38.00 per person, including all taxes and gratuities.

The menu will include: Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Tortilla Chips Holiday House Salad (Family Style), Monti’s Roman Bread & Butter Iced Tea, Coffee and soft drinks included. Cash Bar for Alcoholic Beverages The choice of entrées are as follows: • 8 oz. Sirloin Steak—Mushroom Brandy Peppercorn Sauce • Chicken Breast-Fig Balsamic Sauce • Broiled Salmon-Pomegranate Raspberry Sauce • Vegetarian-Pasta Rosa (pasta with vegetables) All entrees served with Baked Potato and garnished with Asparagus Dessert-Raspberry White Chocolate Cheese Brulee Please confirm your reservation by Saturday, November 26th. You may bring your check to the November 17th membership meeting or mail your check to Dennis Busby, 7097 E. Cuernavaco Way, Gold Canyon, AZ 85118 Please make your check payable to ABTO and state your choice of entrée and how many.