THE

WESTERN OUTLOOK

1963

GRAN TURISMO

HAWK

Owned by

Rick Hawkins

Inside this Issue Editor’s Corner 2 Looking Ahead 6

Chapter News 3 & 4 New Members 7

Conestoga Meeting 5 Mount Vernon Brunch 8

April 2012 Volume 46 No. 04

Welcome to the New Western Outlook

As you know, Marilyn Scott has been the editor of the Western Outlook

for the past 10 years. When she decided to pass on the job of editor, I thought I

would volunteer to take on the assignment. She leaves some mighty big shoes

to fill, but I will do my best.

I’m Rick Hawkins the new editor. I’ve been a member of the SDC for the

past eight years. Along with my wife, Sue Bordwell, we own three Studebakers.

We enjoy attending car shows and other functions with the Conestoga Chapter.

In the future, a page called, Studebaker Of The Month, will appear.

This will be a place for members to display their Studebaker in the Western

Outlook. Just e-mail me a few pictures and some history of your Studebaker,

and I will print it in the newsletter. This will be a way for all members to not

only know you, but also know your Studebaker.

A page called, Studebaker Project Car, will also appear. This will be a

way for members to view your Studebaker restoration (past or present). E-mail

a few pictures and some information about your Studebaker restoration.

Our new e-mail address is WesternOutlook@aol.com. Please send any

information, pictures, or suggestions to this address. Hope to hear from you

soon.

Rick Hawkins

Editor

Editor’s Corner

April 2012 Page 2

Western Wheels

The western Wheels Chapter met March 10th at

the Elks Club in Scottsbluff, hosted by Dallas

and Lucille Whiting. Members present

included, Harry, Bonita and Charlene Case,

Marry Miller, Stuart Tritt, Gene Sell, Wanda

Mowrey, Perry, Jaquie and Corina Meyers, Don

and Betty Steinwart and Dallas and Lucille

Whiting. Special Guest was Betty Madison.

After dinner, President Dallas Whiting called

the meeting to order. Perry and Stuart talked

about the latest information dealing with the

North Central Zone meet being held in Gering

August 17-10th. Stu showed a sample of a clock

which will be given as a raffle item during the

meet. He said there may be more than one

given away. The sample was grrrrrrreat. Stu said

registrations are starting to come in. We all feel

this will be one of those events people won't

want to miss. Stu also talked about national

publications pre-registration forms will appear

in. Thanks to Perry and Stu for all their hard

work on getting this event off the ground and

flying. With St. Ptricks Day being the holiday of

interest in March, Lucille came up with a

matching game that pertained to items that are

green in color. Betty Steinwart won the Ladies,

Stu Tritt the mens and Corina

Meyers the kids gifts. The adults got Nebraska

Lottery tickets and Corina won a $2 bill. The

adults were to take the chapter out for dinner if

they won the big bucks. You know it, no

telephone calls. The April meeting will be

hosted by the Steinwarts at the Runza

Restaurant in Gering. Stuart will be hosting the

May meeting at the Rock Ranch in Pine Bluffs

Wyoming. It is hoped some of the Wyoming

and Colorado chapters members can join us.

The weather is getting so nice we can start

driving our Studebakers again, as evidenced by

the Meyers bringing their station wagon to our

last meeting. It was great seeing it. Thanks

Perry. See you all in April.

Dallas Whiting

Conestoga

The Conestoga Chapter get together was March 25 at The Quaker Steak and Lube in Westminster. There were 10 Studebakers on display and the manager was very happy to have us. He even took pictures to post on their website (Facebook page). A very short meeting was held. This time we were in the Corvette Room, and it was a much better room for a meeting. After a good lunch, several members went over to The Butterfly Pavilion to see the bugs, spiders, and, of course, the butterflies.

The Ms Wheelchair Colorado car show is April 14 at the Westminster Senior Center. A $20 entry fee for two people will include a light lunch and dinner with entertainment.

Don't forget the April 29 meeting at Centennial Airport Aspen Flying Club. We will be having a Potluck lunch and TV Dinner Tray decorating contest. Come enjoy the fun. Also, various Studebaker videos will be playing.

Enjoy the Studebakers,

Roger

Chapter News April 2012 Page 3 Western Outlook

Pikes Peak

On March 17TH, the Kerman Stuart Memorial

Chili Cook Off Dinner was held at the American

Legion Hall Post #5 with 15 members and guest

present. The winners of the chili cook off were:

First Place Paul Koch, and a tie for second place

between Iris McBride and Karen Donkle.

The April 21st Studebaker Show meeting will be

at the Studebaker Grill which is located at

Academy Blvd. and Constitution Blvd.

The May meeting and potluck lunch will be the

19th at the Canon City Abbey Show. Members

are asked to make sure they register for the

show. We will be meeting at the Wal-Mart

parking lot in Canon City before 9 a.m. so we can

all park together. David Batchelor and Iris

McBride are the host for this event.

Co-chairman Dave Batchelor and Chuck Donkle

reviewed with the members on some of the

planning of the 2013 SDC International being

sponsoring by the Chapter. The 2013 Meet Shirts

have been order. They will be available with

either meet logos by May 1st. Caps will be

available as soon as a cap design is approved.

The Bluegrass Music Group Fireweed in which

Tom Thornburg is a member are in the process

of planning Bluegrass Concert at the Fair event

for June 1,2,3. This event will be held at the State

Fair grounds. They have invited Studebaker

members to show their cars on Sunday June 3.

They have arranged to have you park your

vehicles close to the stages and vendor areas so

the attendees could admire your vehicles. The

drivers and guests would have an opportunity to

enjoy the shows and vendors while there. The

entrance fee for Sunday is only $5. Tom has in

the past taken his Hawk down to the shows and

the folks really seem to appreciate seeing a nice

old Stude. Sundays schedule starts with an old

time gospel sing along at 9:00 a.m. and Fireweed

opens the shows at 10:00 a.m. The shows

continue all day on two stages until 7:00p.m. but

your group would be free to arrive and leave at

anytime you want. Also, Fireweed will be

performing at 2013 SDC International Meet at

Welcome night.

Secretary Chuck Donkle

Chapter News April 2012 Page 4 Western Outlook

STUDEBAKER DRIVER'S CLUB--CONESTOGA CHAPTER March 25, 2012

The chapter met at the Quaker Steak & Lube restaurant on 104th Ave. in Westminster. There were 29

members and one guest (Bill and Gertie Davis daughter) present. This included our three new members,

Bob and Linda Fish and Rex Osborn. Our studebakers made a hit in the parking lot, as great comments

were overheard by some of our members.

Secretary Report, Treasurer Report and CCCC Report---none made due to visit to Butterfly Pavillion

after lunch.

Events Coordinator--Larry reminded everyone to bring a tv tray to our April meeting at the airport. A

great prize for the best decorated tv tray. Also, he reminded everyone to RSVP to either Roger, Ray

Petros or Larry if you plan on attending the Mt. Vernon affair. Please do so by May 20th.

Conestoga Cash--$10.78 Drawn names were not present, so it will carry over to the next meeting.

Respectfully submitted,

Trish Price

Secretary

Quaker Steak & Lube Restaurant

April 2012 Page 5 Western Outlook

29th April SUNDAY Conestoga

29 Apr SUNDAY Conestoga Chapter Potluck at Aspen Flying Club @ 12

noon.

Possible airplane rides again, and Roger is bringing videos for the TV

in the Lobby. Potluck: A-H dessert, I-O main, P-Z side.

There are no tables, please bring your own TV tray(s). There will be a

contest for decorating your TV Tray(s).

www.aspenflying club.com

21st April SATURDAY Pikes Peak

APRIL 21ST COLORADO SPRINGS, CO Studebaker Show and meeting at Studebaker Grill at 10 a.m. located Academic Blvd and Constitution HOST: Diego & Arlene Burgos 719-351-3495

12 May SATURDAY Western Wheels

May 12th. Driving tour to Pine Bluffs, Wyo. with Stuart Tritt

hosts. Also, possibly joining the Wyo. chapter for a joint meet and tour.

Looking Ahead

Saturday April 21st 11 Till 2

Contact Diego & Arlene Burgos at 719-351-3495

April 2012 Page 6 Western Outlook

OFFICERS FOR ALL THREE CHAPTERS

Conestoga

Pres: Roger Zaner 303.426.8843

VP: Larry Ramsdell 303.757.5591

Sec: Trish Price 303.933.8421

Treas: Sheila Rink 303.986.6478

Sunshine Fund: Kay Murray 303.452.3029

CCCC: Shirley Zaner 303.426.8843

Events Coord: Larry Ramsdell 303.757.5591

Editor: Rick Hawkins 970.568.0141

e-mail: WesternOutlook@aol.com

Web: www.frontrangestudebakers.com

Pikes Peak

Pres: Dave Batchelor 719.784.6140

VP: James Harness 303.933.8421

Sec: Chuck Donkle 719.456.2707

Treas: Norm Gieseker 719.596.0314

Tour Masters: Pete Tetley 719.630.1562

CCCC Roger Zaner 303.426.8843

Western Wheels

Pres: Dallas Whiting

308.635.2767

VP: Bonita Case

308.632.5116

Sec: Stuart Tritt

308.235.3386

Treas: Perry Meyers

308.783.5144

April Birthdays

Gerry Ann Roark 4th

Ruthanne Nekvasil 6th

Conrad Cerise 9th

Jackie Cappo 13th

Carey Dietz 18th

John Lidberg 19th

Jackie Myers 21st

Sandy Doerschlag 25th

Dallas Whiting 26th

April Anniversaries

Tom & Beverly Wheeler 13th

Frank & Ruthanne Nekvasil 14th

Darrell & Norma Donahoo 16th

John & Marcia Henry 22nd

Maury & Becky Schuddinck 29th

Welcome New Members

April 2012 Page 7 Western Outlook

CONESTOGA’S BIRTHDAY BRUNCHCONESTOGA’S BIRTHDAY BRUNCHCONESTOGA’S BIRTHDAY BRUNCH

AT MT. VERNON COUNTRY CLUBAT MT. VERNON COUNTRY CLUBAT MT. VERNON COUNTRY CLUB

MAY 20, AT 11:00AM

(RESERVATIONS ONLY) DRESS CODE: BUSINESS CASUAL

TIE OR JACKET

(PLEASE—NO JEANS OR T-SHIRTS)

$23.00 PER PERSON

$12.00 FOR CHILDREN—AGE 3 TO 11

(UNDER 3 IS FREE)

PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS BY SUNDAY, MAY 13

BY CALLING Ray Petros @ 303.526.5202

OR Larry Ramsdell @ 303.757.5591

MEET AT HERITAGE SQUARE BETWEEN

9:30AM—10:00AM—DEPART AT 10:00AM

CARAVAN TO MT. VERNON

ARRIVE AT MT. VERNON AT 10:30AM

BRUNCH AT 11:00AM

DRIVE YOUR STUDEBAKER!!

2012 is the 50th anniversary of the Avanti’s introduction in 1962 (for the ‘63 model year), the 50th anniver-

sary of the GT Hawk, the 55th anniversary of the ‘57 Golden Hawk, the 60th anniversary of the ‘52 Stude, etc.

It is the 160th anniversary of Studebaker (1852). It will be Conestoga’s 44th birthday celebration and our

16th annual brunch at MVCC.

The meeting will also be at Ray & Catherine Petros’ house after the Brunch. As is tradition, a cake will feature a Stude

on it and there will be drinks and ice cream too.

THE WESTERN OUTOOK

Conestoga Chapter S.D.C.

Rick Hawkins, Editor

7381 View Pointe Circle

Wellington, CO 80549

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