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The Prairie Chief
POCI Convention
Chuck Merica lead twelve member cars across Iowa to Bettendorf. It was a very rainy trip. We had nice weather until we headed home on Sunday and woke up to rain and a tornado warning. Everyone made it home okay as far as I know.
Here are the members results as well as Chuck Merica could remember-hope we didn’t miss anyone.
Outstanding in class:Larry Fuchs-’66 TempestSteve Kissinger-’67 GTO semi modifiedLynn Lueder-’64 GTO convertibleBruce Skidmore-’57 Star Chief semi-modified
’57 Star Chief semi-modifiedMost Outstanding:Chuck Merica-’07 G6 GT SportKevin O’Rourke-’65 GTOGus Frics-’58 Bonneville Lavana Gunderson-’70 Firebird Formula
Volume 37, Issue 4 July-October 2016
Bill Schwanz at the tech station.
The Fanning’s
Larry Fuchs ’66 Tempest Chuck Merica’s ’07 G6 GT
POA member, Gus Frics’ ’58.
Alan has Barbara doing all the work!
Road Warrior Cars
Glenn Kirchoff’s ‘57.
Below: Tom leading the Chapter meeting at the convention.
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4th Annual Show & ShineAugust 21, 2016 @ Restore A Muscle Car, Lincoln, NE
People’s Choice-1954 Star Chief owned by Bruce & Anne Skidmore of Hooper NE.
Restore A Muscle Cars Choice- 1967 Lemans convertible owned by
Barry Snodgrass of Gretna, NE
On the left, DJ Brad Pfeiffer with the registration crew, Diane Rappl and Stacia Burt with Tom Rappl in the back.
Member cars and others on the show field.
More member’s cars.
More Show & Shine
Mark Tonjes and Lynn and Barb Lueder resting in the shade.
A Pontiac pickup, right hand drive, built in Australia. A very rare truck.
Pontiac Tech DaySunday August 14
Larry Davis organized the tech day for members and nonmembers to get together and learn more about the history, restoration and other questions Pontiac owners may have. It was held at Plaza GMC-Buick in Omaha. There were several Pontiacs that showed up that we had never seen before. Members helped with problems and questions they had.
Tom Rappl’s ’70 GTO and Scott Burt’s ’05 GTO
Counterclockwise:Bob Hughes ’67 GTO, Monty Hopkins ’67 Firebird.Rotells’s TA, Lynn Lueder’s ’64 GTO and Kevin Wagner’s ’75 Grand Am.
TriPower Nationals, Norwalk, OHAugust 5-7, 2016
The Mathes’, Schwanz’, Rappl’s and Monty Hopkins vended at the swap meet again this year. We sold a lot of stuff. There were 180 Pontiac only swappers, about 500 Pontiac racers and 400-500 show cars. Shawn Kniesly attended for the first time. He was
blown away at the size of the event.
Some of the Pontiacs that dropped by.
More Pontiac Tech Day
Bill above and Monty below working to sell parts.
Catching some shade and a little rest.
11:30 AM—Meet at Don Carmelo’s Pizzaria @ 1-24 No. 204th in Elkhorn
12 Noon—Cruise begins. We will cruise along the Elkhorn River Valley going through Elk City, Cross Hwy 36 & Hwy 30. We will end up in Hooper.
1:00 PM—Arrive at Skidmore’s, enjoy a potluck, have a short meeting and tour the Skidmore’s collection.
We are cruising to Nebraskaland & POA members,Bruce & Ann Skidmore’s home at Hooper, NE.
Hamburgers and hotdogs will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.
Picnic tables are available but you might bring your lawn chair.They have graciously offered to show us their auto collection.
For more information, contact: Claudia or Hillis Mathes • [email protected] • 402-427-7323 or 660-3006
Chuck Merica • [email protected] • 402-731-0494 or 402-850-4630
Nebraskaland & POA Cruise, Potluck
and Chapter Meeting 1:00 PM • Sunday October 9, 2016
Oct. 9 Chapter Meeting and Potluck @ Bruce & Anne Skidmore’s, Hooper, NEDec.11 Holiday Brunch & Chapter Meeting @ Misty’s Lincoln, NE
2016
President’s Notes
Hello Nebraskaland!Summer is now winding down and we do have some events and car shows behind us.Pontiac Nationals in Bettendorf, Iowa was very well represented by both POA and Nebraskaland members. The downside of our week was driving in a rainstorm, a case of poison ivy, Gus Frics' dead battery, leaving Chuck Merica behind, going the wrong way on a One Way, poor food at the host hotel and those who participated in Road Warriors feeling a little pushed aside. The highlights of our week included a beautiful setting by the Mississippi River, finding new places to eat, some fun activities planned by the local POCI, good companionship among car members, a great turnout at the Nebraskaland meeting and the members who did have judged cars, all placed. Next year, to Texas.Ames Performance Pontiac Nationals with races and swap meet, in Norwalk, Ohio, were the first of August. The Mathes', the Schwanz', Monty Hopkins and the Rappls' all headed out there to swap. Our long weekend was uneventful, no major injuries, no flat tires. We did eat good food, had some laughs, checked out the Notre Dame campus, made some money and talked with interesting people.More recently was our Show and Shine at Restore a Muscle Car. Our registration was down, both among members and others. There was a pretty good flow of spectators and they did seem to come in Pontiacs, but they didn't register. It was good weather and people were generous to the Lincoln Food Bank. We owe thanks to Dave Hall for letting us hold our show there and to Brad Pfeiffer for his music and sound system.Our next meeting in October will be in Hooper, Nebraska, at the home of new members Bruce and Ann Skidmore. Claudia has already sent out a flyer with all the information. Of course, we'll have some good food and we encourage POA members to join us!Tom
Secretary Notesby Mary Schwanz
The last meeting for Nebraskaland was held July 14 at the Isle Casino in Bettendorf while the POCI National Convention was going on. President Tom Rappl brought the meeting together and was happy to see such a good turnout. Everyone said they were having fun and nice to see everyone. He reminded people to sign in at the chapter book at the registration room as the club receives credit for how many of us showed up. He welcomed Kevin & Mary O’Rourke who we hadn’t seen for a while. Our last meeting was at Bill Walkinshaw’s shop and, of course, good food and company was had by all.
One thing coming up was the Pontiac tech day which will be held at Plaza Buick & GMC at 120th and I in Omaha on August 14. He would like as many people to come as possible to answer questions, etc., for people who stop by or want help with their Pontiac problems. There is a overhang in the parking lot for some of the cars. Our show and Shine is coming up, August 21. Don’t forget to bring food for the food bank. Mike and Toni Chamberlin donated jackets for the raffle.
The next topic was a September or October meeting. One suggestion was the classic car collection in Kearney, a picnic at the new members the Skidmores near Hooper and also at Weston a general store with antiques, etc., an original mercantile has opened - we could cruise to that and then east in Wahoo. Also, Alan & Barbara Fanning offered their household as well as Bill & Mary Schwanz. IT was voted that we go to the Skidmores and Chuck Merica will arrange things there deciding on hamburgers or a pot luck. The Omaha group could cruise from Don Carmelo’s in Elkhorn at 11 a.m., and cruise to Hooper. Hillis also brought up that a group of us are going to Norwalk and anyone that has things they want to sell should bring it to his house, priced and ready to go. They are leaving August 4.
Claudia talked about having five new members. All have Pontiacs and will add a lot to our club. It was decided to eat Italian that night so Hillis moved to close the meeting and Chuck second it.
Dues for 2017 are due on January 1, 2017
OTHER NEWSMembers Diane Rappl and Toni Chamberlin recently had surgery.
Steve Kissinger lost his father this past week.
Membership Application for the:
Nebraskaland POCI ChapterA Chapter in good standing in the Pontiac-Oakland Club International, Inc.
Thank you for your interest in our NEBRASKALAND Chapter of the POCI. In May of 1980, we began to form our Chapter. We now have approximately 32-40 members and their families from across the state of Nebraska.
Our Chapter membership dues are $20 per year. Each applicant is encouraged to become a member of the Pontiac-Oakland Club International. Inc. (See above)
The NEBRASKALAND Chapter meets throughout the year at members homes, car shows, rallies, etc. Activities include picnics, cruises, tours, swap meets, BBQ’s, potlucks,etc.
Date____________ Car(s)__________________________________________
Name_____________________________________ __________________________________________
Spouse/Associate___________________________ __________________________________________
Address___________________________________
City_____________________________________ State_______ Zip___________ POCI #_____________
Phone___________________________________ Email_____________________________________________
Birthdays________________________________________________ Anniversary______________________
Send dues to:Nebraskaland Treasurer • Claudia Mathes • 7304 Co. Rd. 25 • Kennard, NE 68034-5002
Chuck Roberts 8-30 Cheryl Hanke 8-31 Beryl Thomas 9-4 Claudia Mathes 9-5 Mark Tonjes 9-5 Kendall Tonjes 9-7 Steve Kissinger 9-7 Mary K Larson 9-7 Dottie Toelle 9-12 Mary Mittan 9-17 Diane Rappl 9-30Stacia Burt 10-9
O’Rourkes 8-9 Lueders 8-16-69 Scotts 8-24Tonjes 9-5 Toelles 9-29Skidmores 10-7-78
Please support these Nebraskaland members and their businesses.Any members with businesses or services that would like them listed, send a card or information to the editor.
President:Tom Rappl
4001 NW 126th St.Lincoln, NE 68524
Vice-President:Hillis Mathes
7304 Co. Rd. 25Kennard, NE 68034
(402)-427-7323
Secretary/Treasurer:Claudia Mathes7304 Co. Rd. 25
Kennard, NE 68034402-427-7323
Newsletter Editor:Claudia Mathes7304 Co. Rd. 25
Kennard, NE 68034402-427-7323
Board of Directors:
Larry FuchsArlington, NE (Eastern Area)
Bill LorenzenLincoln, NE (Central Area)
Marv NielsenMinden, NE (Western Area)
(308) [email protected]
Nebraskaland POCI
Claudia Mathes7304 Co. Rd. 25Kennard, NE 68034
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