Flag Program at Austin Parkway Elementary School - December 9, 2016

Tom Green and Carl Hill Jr. presented a Flag Program to children at Austin Parkway Elementary School in Sugar Land, Texas. Photos provided by Susan Kirby, DAR Registrar.

Dinner Meeting - November 29, 2016 at 6:30 PM

November 29, 2016 at 6:30 PM, Dinner Meeting at Sweetwater Country Club, Phone: 281-980- 4100, 4400 Palm Royale Blvd, Sugar Land, TX. Bill Haenn will speak on the Battle of Brandywine (see Mr. Haenn's Vita below). Call Lovell Aldrich at 281-491-1542 to make your reservations and choose a menu item. Be sure to let Lovell know the name of members and guests who will attend, and each attendees meal choice. The choices this time are London Broil with Mushroom Sauce or Homestyle Pork Loin. The reservation deadline is 9:00 PM Thursday, November 24th.

Flag Program at Rogers Middle School - November 10, 2016

Carl Hill and Tom Green presented a Flag Program to children at Rogers Middle School in Pearland, Texas just before Veterans Day. John Thompson also assisted and provided these photos.

Houston VA Medical Center Visit - November 5, 2016

On November 5, 2016 SAR members of the Alexander Hodge Chapter visited veterans at the Houston VAMC and distributed socks, magazines and personal grooming items for the veterans. From left are Lovell Aldrich, Carrie Isaacks Bornaschella, Carl Hill, Ron Brown, Jim Kinney, Fred Bultman, Liz Neely (Director of Recreational Therapy). Michelle Bultman, and Tom Green.

The Alexander Hodge Chapter of the SAR visited the VA Hospital in the Houston medical center on Saturday November 5, 2016 in observance of Veterans Day on November 11th. There was a good turn out with seven members and two guests (Michelle Bultman and Carrie Isaacks Bornaschella). The group was escorted through the spinal cord injury unit by Liz Neely, the director of recreational therapy.

Alexander Hodge SAR Annual Christmas Party - December 11, 2016 at 6:30PM

Food, Fellowship, Games, Singing, Prizes, Christmas Cheer. Details on what to bring coming later but…….  Email Sharon Aldrich, astrogalska@aol.com NOW to confirm that you will be coming. You don't want to miss this fun evening!!

SAR Members and guests attend "Dream On" at Stages Theatre

A group of SAR members and guests, waiting to see the Marvelous Wonderettes in “Dream On” at Stages Theatre in Houston. A wonderful time was had by all! Don’t miss the next event!

Patriot Ancestor: John Templeton, Jr.

JOHN TEMPLETON, Jr. (1760 - 1820) - Both John Templeton, Sr. and Jr. from Rowan County, N.C. fought in the Colonial Wars including Dunmore's War of 1774. They then joined in the Revolutionary War and fought in the Battle of King's Mountain, a decisive battle, on Oct. 7, 1780. John Sr. was a sergeant and flag bearer and John Jr. was a private and fifer. When the father was killed in battle, John Jr. picked up the flag and carried it through the battle. For his service, John was awarded a warrant for 2,000 acres in Tennessee. John married Nancy Hawkins, daughter of Joseph Hawkins of Tennessee. One of his other daughters married John Sevier, first Governor of Tennessee, and the other daughter, Rebecca married John Crockett and gave birth to nine children, three daughters and six sons, the fifth one was Davy Crockett of Tennessee and Texas fame.  John Templeton, Jr. is the ancestor of Tommy (Tom) Jacob Meinecke.

Dinner Meeting - Tuesday September 27, 2016 at 6:30pm

Tom Green will present a program on the Battle of Saratoga and we will have a power point presentation on the Hodges Bend Cemetery clean-up. Dinner Meeting at Sweetwater Country Club 4400 Palm Royale Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479, Phone: (281)-980-4100.  Remember to let Lovell Aldrich know your meal choice when you make your reservation with him at (281)-491-1542. The deadline for reservations is the previous Friday at 6:00 PM.

In the News: The Daughters and Sons of the American Revolution, Alexander Hodge Chapter

For more than a century, the members of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution have dedicated themselves to historical preservation, promotion of education and encouragement of patriotic endeavor. Shown are members of the Alexander Hodge Chapter: Sons of the American Revolution members Tom Green, left, and John Thompson, right, and Daughters of the American Revolution, from second to left, Susan Kirby, Devoni Wardlow and Sharon Ring Rollins.

Posted: Fort Bend Herald, Friday, September 16, 2016 10:05 am, By DIANA NGUYEN

Officer Planning Meeting - August 30, 2016 at 7:00PM

August 30, 2016 at 7:00PM there will be an officer planning meeting at the home of Lovell Aldrich, Phone 281-491-1542. Officers are expected to attend and members are welcome to attend.

SAR Youth Award Programs

The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, and our local Chapter offer several Youth Award Programs for cash awards and scholarships. These programs are available to various age groups, grade levels, and organizations such as the JROTC and Eagle Scouts. For additional information, refer to Youth Awards Programs web page, or contact our Educational Officer via email.

In the News: U.S. WWII veterans honored with French medal on Battleship Texas - July 4, 2016

Presentation ceremonies of the French Legion of Honor to 16 U.S. WWII veterans aboard the Battleship Texas by the Consul General of France (far right).  Participating in the ceremonies were Carl Hill, Jr., President of Alexander Hodge Chapter of the SAR, and Tom Green, Registrar and Historian.

Refn: U.S. WWII veterans honored with French medal on Battleship Texas, Click 2 Houston, July 4, 2016

Dinner Meeting - Tuesday July 26, 2016 at 6:30pm

The speaker will be Dr. Christopher Hammons, He will be speaking on Paul Revere.  Dr. Hammons is a member of our chapter and a professor at HBU. Dinner Meeting at Sweetwater Country Club 4400 Palm Royale Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479 281-980-4100.  Remember to let Lovell Aldrich know your meal choice when you make your reservation with him at 281-491-1542. The deadline for reservations is the previous Friday at 6:00 PM.

In the News: On July 4, Remember a Texas Veteran of Two Revolutions

Commemorating July 4, 1776, five members of the Texas Society of the Sons of the American Revolution in Continental Army uniform: (l to r) Tom Meinecke, Carl V. Hill, Jr., Lovell Aldrich, Tom Green and Ron Brown gathered at the grave of Alexander Hodge in the Hodge’s Bend Cemetery in Fort Bend County.

There are records of 46 veterans of the Continental Army moving to Texas at the close of the American Revolutionary War. One of these, a man of unique character and great courage, was Alexander Hodge.

Refn: On July 4, Remember a Texas Veteran of Two Revolutions, Sugar Land Sun, Friday, July 1, 2016

97th "Birthday Party" of World War I Concrete Ship SS Selma - April 30, 2016

Publicity Chair Tom Meinecke with President Carl Hill at the 97th "Birthday Party" of World War I Concrete Ship SS Selma at the Edward T. Austin House in Galveston on April 30, 2016. Tom was the guest speaker and spoke about Alexander Hodge, "Patriot of Two Revolutions" and the history of the Alexander Hodge Chapter.

In The News: Sons of the American Revolution give portrait to school

The Alexander Hodge Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution presented a portrait of George Washington to Dulles Middle School on June 2. Pictured from left are Carl Hill, president of the chapter, Tom Green, past state president, Dee Knox, principal of Dulles Middle, Tom Meinecke, past chapter president, and Matthew Lobin, eighth grade history teacher and the chapter’s teacher of the year recipient.

Refn: The Star, Sons of the American Revolution give portrait to school., June 22, 2016

Officer Planning Meeting - June 28, 2016 at 7:00PM

June 28, 2016 at 7:00PM there will be an officer planning meeting at the home of Lovell Aldrich, Phone 281-491-1542. Officers are expected to attend and members are welcome to attend.

Dinner Meeting - Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at 6:30 PM

PLEASE NOTE:   The meeting will be held on Wednesday (Not the regularly scheduled Tuesday) June 1, 2016 at 6:30 PM. Dinner meeting at Sweetwater Country Club, 4400 Palm Royale Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479. The speaker will be Dr. Caroline Castillo Crimm, born and raised in Mexico City, came to the United States a 17.  She holds degrees from the University of Miami, Texas Tech and completed her Ph.D. in Latin American History at the University of Texas at Austin.  Among her many books and articles is the award-winning De León, a Tejano Family History  (2004). During her forty years in teaching, she has won numerous awards including the prestigious Piper Award as one of the best teachers in Texas.  She has recently retired and been honored as a Professor Emeritus in History from Sam Houston State University for her work with her students, her university and her community.  Her topic will be “How Texas Saved the American Revolution”.

Patriot Ancestor: Peter Poland

PETER POLAND was a solider in the Pennsylvania Line. He served at Mudisland (Mud Island) Under Captain William Brown and in Proctor’s Artillery, crossing the ice-choked Delaware River with General George Washington. He served at the battles of Trenton and Princeton. He was listed as a Private 5th class in the Association and Militia, 7th Co. 6th Battalion of Lancaster Co. Commanded by Capt. James Taylor in June 1781. His son Peter Poland II served in the Virginia Militia 1778 and 1779.  Peter Poland is the ancestor of Carl Hill Jr.

Skeeter's Baseball Game - April 24, 2016

Members of the Alexander Hodge Chapter enjoyed watching Skeeter's Baseball after a three hour rain delay.  Unfortunately, the Bridgeport Bluefish won the game 13 - 5.

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center Visits - May 28, 2016

Meet at 9:45 AM in Main Lobby of VA Hospital, tour to start at 10AM. An important part of our responsibilities as members of the Sons of the American Revolution is to recognize our veterans. The hospitalized veterans really appreciate our visits. Please contact Fred Bultman by email at fbultman@windstream.net if you plan to join us. He will provide details on how and when members will meet to car pool to the VA Medical Center.

Officer Planning Meeting - April 26, 2016 at 7:00PM

April 26, 2016 at 7:00PM there will be an officer planning meeting at the home of Lovell Aldrich, Phone 281-491-1542. Officers are expected to attend and members are welcome to attend.

Skeeter’s Baseball Game Sunday April 24, 2016

Sign up for the Skeeter’s baseball game scheduled for Sunday April 24th between the Sugar Land Skeeter's and the Bridgeport Bluefish.  Please contact Sharon Aldridge to reserve your tickets.

Dinner Meeting - March 29, 2016 at 6:30PM

March 29, 2016 at 6:30 PM. Dinner meeting with installation of new officers at Sweetwater Country Club, 4400 Palm Royale Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479.  Remember to let Lovell Aldrich know your meal choice when you make your reservation at 281-491-1542. The Deadline is 6:00 PM, March 25th.

Celebrating the Life of RICHARD CURTIS OSBORNE

Richard Curtis Osborne, 74, died peacefully on February 29, 2016 in Houston.   Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family at six o'clock in the evening on Thursday, March 10, 2016, St Theresa Catholic Church, 705 St. Theresa Blvd., Sugar Land, Texas 77498, where the Rosary for Curtis will begin at seven o'clock.  The funeral Mass will be offered at noon on Friday, March 11, 2016 at St. Theresa Catholic Church.

http://bradshawcarter.com/memori…/Richard-Curtis-Osborne/320

Officer Planning Meeting - February 23, 2016 at 7:00PM

February 23, 2016 at 7:00PM there will be an officer planning meeting at the home of Lovell Aldrich, Phone 281-491-1542. Officers are expected to attend and members are welcome to attend.

In The News: "The Turtle – The Revolution's Submarine" - February 10, 2016 at 10:30AM

The Fort Bend Chapter National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. will meet Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 10:30 am in the chapel of the First United Methodist Church, 3900 Lexington Blvd, Missouri City. Tom Green of the Alexander Hodge Chapter, SAR will speak on “The Turtle – The Revolution’s Submarine.” Contact Paula Burns at pjburns8@att.net for more information. or visit http://www.texasdar.org/chapters/FortBend.

Refn: The Star, Fort Bend Community Calendar of Events, Wednesday, January 20, 2016