General Von Stueben Speaker: Don Stone, SAR member Don Stone, distinguished historian, appeared in period costume and spoke to the German influence during the Revolutionary War. His representation of General Von Stueben and costume were very interesting and spawned member participation. The chapter really enjoyed having Don as its guest speaker.

Officers: Paula Dossett, Ann Sims, Marilyn Underwood, Don Stone, Claire Mahaffey, and Elva WIlson.

Don Stone as General Von Stueben

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Marilyn Underwood reported on the 112th Annual State Conference. We presented Carol Hicks, Coushatti Trace organizing regent, with a cake celebrating the chapter's 30th anniversary. Kathy Beauchamp was officially welcomed as a new member. Refreshments and fellowship followed the meeting.

Carol Hicks celebrates Coushatti Trace's 30th anniversary.

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The Constitution Speaker: Eric Sandifer Eric presented the history behind the signing of the Constitution and the men involved. As always, Eric appeared in period costume and explained the effort that it takes to replicate and obtain the materials for the costume.

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CeCe Edwards, charter member, installed new officers at our May meeting. Newly elected Regent Ann Sims presented Marilyn Underwood her past regent pin from the chapter. New officers included: Ann Sims, Jean Barnhill, Bonnie Parks, Paula Dossett, Claire Mahaffey, Sandra Braun, Leah Davis, Sue Hereford, Mary Peklewsky, and Marye Thornby.

Installation of officers: Ann Sims, Jean Barnhill, Bonnie Parks, Sandra Braun, Paula Dossett, Claire Mahaffey, Sue Hereford, Marye Thornby, and Mary Peklewsky

Ann Sims' family joined her on this special day. She is shown with her husband, Mike Sims, and daughter Karen Bennett, who is also a chapter member.

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We the People of the United States of America

Coushatti Trace Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution Willis, Texas

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New officers were installed for 2013. They are left to right: Jean Barnhill, Sally Copley, and Ann Sims. Standing are: Sandra Braun, Carol Hicks, Claire Mahaffey, Sue Hereford, Paula Dossett, and Leah Davis. Eric and Glenda Sandifer attended in period costume and spoke of an eyewitness account of the revolt in Texas.

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