June Meeting Recap

In this message:

• Marie Rowley on early Las Vegas brothel history
• Cork Proctor's Roast
• Harriet Trudell's Birthday Celebration in her honor
• Birthdays
• Next Meeting information

Another great turnout for our luncheon today with 47 members in attendance. Could it have something to do with the topic? Marie Rowley did a great job sharing her research on early Las Vegas brothels. She was talking to a group of people who could add to her research as many of them were here in Vegas when brothels operated under the radar in Clark County. Several members shared some of their knowledge with Marie. It was a great talk!

Here Rich Friedland introduces Marie Rowley to the group

Marie is headed to the University of Illinois, Chicago to continue her studies. Best of luck to you, Marie.

We had many new faces in the crowd today, some were guests of members and some we just have not had the privilege of seeing for a while. Frank Mitrani also made an appearance all the way from Kanab, Utah. As we wrapped up our meeting it was just so great to see so many old friends catching up, shaking hands, and clapping one another on the back.

For those of our membership that are ailing and cannot be with us, please know that many of us ask after you, we think of you, wish you the best and hope to see you again soon.

Two of our members will be recognized in the community soon. Cork Proctor will be honored (maybe that’s not the right word) in a roast to celebrate his 8oth birthday and the release of his book, “My Mind is an Open Mouth” (Stephen’s Press). Tickets are $40.00 and the proceeds benefit Opportunity Village.

Harriet Trudell’s 80th birthday will be celebrated on August 22, hosted by the Women’s Democratic Club (http://www.womensdemo.com/). The event takes place at the Springs Preserve at 5:30 pm. Tickets are $50.00 each or $80.00 for two. Call the WDC at 702 737-8683 for more information or to RSVP.

We said Happy Birthday to three June Babies! Best wishes to:

Rich Friedland

David Kramer

Pat Clary

Next month we meet on July 16 and our speaker is long-time Las Vegas resident Frank Fiedler, who hosted a radio show called, "Let's Talk Las Vegas."

See you all soon!