A History Of Father Ben Powers Council

It is with deep gratitude that we thank Mrs. Kathryn T. Garrison, 1300 Edgewood Avenue, Bowling Green, Kentucky, archivist for the St. Joseph Catholic Church, for her valuable contribution relating to this history. To Properly understand and appreciate the spirit which inspired the creation of Council 1315 one must first understand the birth of that spirit.

It is the same spirit which caused the building of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bowling Green, Kentucky. It is therefore proper that this history should begin with the birth of the founding Pastor, Father Joseph DeVries, born June 30, 1851 in the village Gerwen in the hamlet Het Laar and forms with the villages Nuenen and Nederwebben, Holland.

Joseph’s parents, John DeVries and Petronella Verhagen, lived on a farm in the hamlet Het Laar. They were married on the 25th of April 1826 in the parish church of Gerwen; a amall but beautiful church dating from the middle ages, and devoted to St. Clemens, Pope and Martyr. John was a carpenter of 28 years, while Petronella was a merchants daughter of 19 years. John was evidently one of the most distinguished citizens, because his service as a member of the Council of the Commune Nuenent Nederwebben and Gerwen eventually led to his nomination for the office of burgomaster (mayor) of that Commune on 1 January 1850. He was therefore forced to leave his parish at Gerwen and take up residence at Nuenen. It was there he died on 1 October 1860, having been preceded in death by his wife on 11 September 1852. Their marriage was blessed with 14 children, who were all born in Gerwen, Holland; except the youngest, Martin, who was born in Liuenen. Their third child was Joseph, who was baptized on 1 July 1831, one day after his birth, in the parish church of Gerwen.

From his early youth Joseph showed unmistakable signs of a vocation for the Priesthood. In 1843 he was enrolled as a student at the Low Seminary of St. Michael – Gesbel. In 1845 he moved to the Schola Labina at Germat – situated about 12.5 kilometers from Gewen – where he completed his studies. In 1848 he returned to the Seminary St. Michael’s – Gesbel for further studies. And on September 25, 1850 he moved to the High Seminary of Haaren for his studies of philosophy and theology, which he completed in 1853.

About this time, Arch-bishop Martin John Spalding – then Bishop of Louisville, Kentucky – decided that his only hope of providing sufficient priests for the undeveloped Kentucky missions would be to secure young men from the European seminaries. With this idea in mind he crossed the Atlantic and visited several seminaries in France, Belgium and Holland. It was during these travels that Bishop Spalding went to the High Seminary of Haaren. Young Joseph DeVries was full of apostolic zeal. And after consulting the president of the seminary – a near relative of his father – he offered himself to Bishop Spalding.

His parents gave their permission for Joseph to leave, as they were reluctant to oppose him in his pious desires. Joseph then prepared himself for the long and perilous voyage. And on April 18, 1853 he said goodbye to his family and friends. A few days later on April 25, 1853, and in company with Rt. Rev. Bishop Spalding, his Vicar General, he sailed for America from Havre, France on one of the first transatlantic steamers. Also accompanying them were eight other volunteers from Bishop Spalding’s visits to several seminaries in France, Belgium and Holland. They were Fathers Michael Bouchet, Bekkers, Luytelaar, Wuyts, Van Deutekom, Chazel, Van Emstrede and Bax. The party reached New York in twelve days; fast time for those days. From New York they travelled to Cincinnati, where Archbishop Purcell received them and acted as their host during a few days’ visit in that city.

On may 18, 1853 Joseph DeVries was sent by the Very Reverend Martin John Spalding to St. Thomas’ Seminary to complete his theological studies and to learn English. On the 14th of July 1855, he was ordained a Deacon. And one day later, at the age of 24, he was ordained to the Priesthood.

Father DeVries’ first mission in Kentucky was at New Haven, Hodgensville, and the missions attended by the Rev. Robert Abel, who was in declining health. Father DeVries soon was entrusted with the missions outside of New Haven. He built a church in Hodgensville, and traveled all over that section of the country between Larue and Simpson counties, and as far as the Tennessee line. Finding Catholics scattered everywhere in his travels, he thought that Bowling Green, the Warren County seat, was the best place to locate the center of his mission. With the approval of the Ordinary, he took up his residence in Bowling Green in 1859. He immediately began preparations to build a church. A suitable church site was generously donated by Mr. Euclid Covington, a member of a prominent Warren County family, and a Protestant gentleman. Mr. Euclid Covington and Father DeVries became close friends during the years to follow.

Catholics in the Bowling Green area were few and poor. And it was not an easy matter to collect the funds necessary for the building of a brick church in a country where the people had scarcely ever met a Catholic priest. Father DeVries received a great deal of help in his work from the non-Catholic citizens of Bowling Green who regarded him highly as a Christian minister and a man.

Early in 1859, construction of a primitive log building was completed. It was to serve as a school during the week, and on Sundays it was fitted with an altar for Mass. It was to serve the Catholic community while a proper brick church was being built. Construction of the brick St. Joseph’s church was started immediately – in mid 1859 – and was under roof and sufficiently finished so that Mass was held there for the first time on Easter Sunday, April 8, 1860. After that the little frame building measuring 25′ X 30′ served as a school and for Catechism classes. Around 1910 it was moved to a spot just behind the convent home for the Sisters of Charity. It was covered with clapboard, embellished with exterior trim and the interior partitioned into small rooms. In this way it was used as the Music Building for St. Joseph School for many years, and for temporary classrooms in the 1950’s when the High School grades were being added to the elementary school.

After the new building was erected in 1961 to house the High School and gymnasium, the little

“White House” as it was called then, was used for the lesser important purposes of storage, rummage sales, etc. It was badly damaged by fire in 1974. And since its size and location made it unsuitable for the large meeting room needed for parish functions, it was decided to raze the building rather than to repair it. Before it was demolished in late 1974, the small Victorian canopy that had been added over the front door at the time the building was moved from its original site, was preserved and installed over the south Sacristy entrance of the present church. The contractor for razing the building, Thomas C. Brosche, was awarded the old lumber framing; and a square nail from this first St. Joseph’s church was given as a memento to each member of the parish by the then pastor, Father Lucian P. Hayden.

Father DeVries lived a harsh life in Bowling Green while he struggled to build the first permanent brick Catholic Church there. This was a most difficult time in history. The Civil War between the North and South had not yet begun; work was scarce, and wages very small. Father DeVries suffered untold hardships to serve the Catholic families who resided from Elizabethtown to the Tennessee line. This was his mission territory which he served and loved so greatly.

When the Civil War began Father DeVries ministered to the wants of both the Federal and Confederate soldiers who alternately entered the town of Bowling Green. When a fierce battle took place at the very edge of the city, the few Catholic residents suffered greatly. Father DeVries himself was drafted into the army; but through the influence of friends he was made a chaplain of the Fort around Bowling Green.

It was not until 1862 that St. Joseph Church was dedicated by the Rev. P. J. Lavialle, who later became Bishop of Louisville. The Catholics who had been working on the L & N Railroad settled down in Bowling Green, and before long there was a fair little congregation of Irish and Germans gathered in the little church. Father DeVries, seeing the necessity of Catholic education and training of the children, applied to the motherhouse of the Sisters of Nazareth and succeeded in obtaining a colony of Sisters who opened a school on their own property in 1867. There they operated St. Columba Academy, the alma mater of many distinguished residents of Bowling Green and vicinity; Protestants as well as Catholic.

Father DeVries had until now been boarding with one of his parishioners, as he was too poor to build a residence for himself. He eventually decided the time had come to build a suitable pastor’s rectory. So he introduced plans for the construction of the present parochial residence. The church was not entirely free of debt, and the outlay for the house added considerably to the already existing indebtedness. But in 1870 the congregation had greatly increased in number, and he undertook to lay the foundation of the present beautiful Gothic structure. He and the congregation labored under considerable financial difficulties. In 1884, after a long and hard struggle, he was able to complete the beautiful structure. The congregation continued to grow so rapidly that the third and present addition to the church was completed and dedicated in 1889.

Fr. DeVries very happy and pleased with the beautiful church filled with devout worshipers – his spiritual children. He was in the best of health, and to all appearances, was to enjoy many years in peace and quiet amid the fruits of his labors. But God decreed otherwise. He was suddenly called

to his reward on the 10th of August 1889 after celebrating the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. He was 58 years and 10 days of age. Providentially a priest called at the house in time to administer the last sacraments to the dying priest. His work will stand for generations to come as a monument to Father DeVries.

Mere words of eulogy fall well short of stating the true worth and priestly character of the good Father DeVries, and the tears of his loving Parishioners speak louder than words of praise. A large number of priests came from far-and-wide to pay their tribute of respect. Due to the large number of mourners who came, the the Mayor requested that all businesses close out of respect for Fr. DeVries. He was in truth a missionary priest whose heart was in his work, and his interest in his flock. “Well done thou good and faithful servant”.

Father Thomas J. Hayes succeeded Father Joseph DeVries on August 14, 1889. And St. Joseph Church received many embellishments under his tasteful management. A fine pipe organ was installed, the rectors rebuilt, concrete walks were laid around the church property and many other substantial improvements were made. In 1910 Father Hayes purchased the lot adjoining the church property on which he erected the St. Joseph Parochial School and constructed a neat Convent home for the teaching Sisters.

Mrs. Margaret Martine Hartig Fisher, 802 Covington Avenue, Bowling Green, Kentucky is credited for her valuable contribution to the history of Martin J. DeVries, who was her grandfather and the first Grand Knight of Council 1315.

Martin J. DeVries was born in 1854 at Nuenen, Holland; the fourteenth child of John DeVries and Petronella Verhagen DeVries. Martin died May 16, 1918 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He is buried in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, grave Section Mass 4, Row F. Lot 40, Grave site 6 in Lot 40.

It is not known when Martin DeVries left Holland or why he was in Illinois when a terrible tragedy occurred. Martin was married to a lady by the name of Swineheart. They had one daughter, Nell Josephine DeVries. Mrs. DeVries died in an attempt to give birth to their second child; a son who lived for six months after this birth.

After the loss of his wife and his son, Martin J. DeVries moved to Bowling Green, Kentucky to be near his family consisting of Father Joseph DeVries, Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church, another older brother Frank DeVries and his wife Margaret, and his older sister Margaret, who was unmarried and owner of a millinery store in Bowling Green. Margaret was noted for her design and production of ladies hats. She also helped Martin rear his daughter, Nell Josephine DeVries, who in later life married Nichols A. Hartig. Their daughter Margaret Martine Hartig Fisher of Bowling Green is credited with furnishing the preceding information about her grandfather, Martin J. DeVries.

Nichols A. Hartig was a charter member of Council 1315. He was elected Grand Knight in 1915, 1920 and 1941. In 1926 he was honored by his appointment to the position of District Deputy.

During his many years of service to Council 1315 it is worthy to note that he was the Council Treasurer for many years.

Little information is known about Martin J. DeVries’ brother, Frank. But some information was obtained from his and his wife’s grave markers in St. Joseph Cemetery. Frank was born in 1844 and died October 30, 1925. His wife Margaret died December 19, 1921. Their grave location is Map 4, Row F, Lot 31 and Grave 3.

Martin J. DeVries was a baker, and his bakery was located on lower Main Street. The bakery building was demolished in 1987 to create space for a modern structure. His building had a large sign on the front which read “DeVries Bakery”. At his bakery you were treated with a donut and coffee for 5 cents, and unending conversation.

Martin was the First Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council 1315, Bowling Green, Kentucky, which was chartered on April 26, 1908. It is proper to note a word of praise for Martin

J. DeVries which appeared in the celebration book “Golden Jubilee Edition” when the Kentucky State Council held their convention in Bowling Green to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Council 1315:

“For many years previous to 1908, it was evident that St. Joseph Parish of Bowling Green needed a unified and patriotic organization of Catholic men. This need was made easier by the late Martin

J. DeVries, whose ability as an organizer was well known. Mr. DeVries consulted with many members of Saint Joseph’s Church, and with the assistance of the late Mr. John Donovan, State Deputy of Paducah, Kentucky brought together Bowling Green Council 1315 Knights of Columbus.

On Sunday April 26, 1908 approximately sixty candidates were initiated. Delegations from a number of Kentucky Knights of Columbus Councils were present at the ceremonies. Among them was the late venerated and beloved Pastor of Saint Joseph’s Church, Rev. Thomas. J. Hayes, who welcomed this infant Council 1315 as a valuable addition to his Parish organization. It never failed him and always responded lovingly to his every wish.

Mr. Martin J. DeVries was a brother of the late Rev. Joseph DeVries, a pioneer Kentucky Priest who established Saint Joseph’s Parish and built the present Church and was its Pastor until his death on August 10, 1889. Mr. Martin J. DeVries will always be remembered as the Father of the Knights of Columbus Council 1315, Bowling Green, Kentucky.”

Charter Members of Bowling Green Council 1315:

F. D. Reardon                         Martin J. DeVries

George A. Keough                  Alfred Nelson

Sam T. Rabold                                    T. F. Durbin

R. E. Mc Namara                                J. Preston Still

Harry C. Blackwell                             J. E. Burch

W. J. Vogel                                         James Mc Namara

T. H. Tobin, Senior                             T. H. Tobin, Junior

James Keough                                     Emile F. Roemer

George T. Massey                               Nicholas A. Hartig

Claude W. Duncan                              John P. Hogan

B. J. Barrone                                       Reverend Thomas J. Hayes

Joel S. Kister                                       M. J. Hanley

Frank J. Gotwallis                               George A. Scherer

W. H. Harrison                                    H. L. Galvin

Mike Joyce                                          T. J. Mc Namara

W. H. Rabold                                      J. J. Healy

J. L. Durbin                                         Matt A. Rvan

Ben A. Davis                                       Andrew W. Keiffer

P. C. Hogan                                         Fred Keune, Junior

Louis J. Kister                                     Jason W. Hendricks, Junior

Henry A. Scherer                                John L. Kister

The organization’s ability, and the spirit of accomplishment which Martin J. DeVries possessed, was a great asset to Council 1315 in its early years of existence. His leadership as the First Grand Knight, and his belief in the principles of the Knights of Columbus, continue to guide the outstanding growth of Council 1315. It is with deep gratitude that Council 1315 remembers all of their Past Grand Knights.

Grand Knight	Term
Martin J. DeVries	1908
Emile Roemer	1909
B. J. Borrone	1910
R. E. Mc Namara	1911
George T. Massey	1912
T. J. Goves	1913
Ben Forsting	1914
Nichols A. Hartig	1915
George T. Masses	1915 – 1916
Martin J. DeVries	1916
L. J. Kester	1917
Will J. Vogel	1918
Steve F. Durbin	1919
Nichols A. Hartig	1920 District Deputy 1926
Emile F. Roemer	1921 – 1922
Bernard E. Sigmier	1923
Fred Keune, Sr.	1924

Joseph C. Rabold	1925
John J. Lalls	1926
C. Steve Roemer	1927
Andrew J. Ritter	1928
C. Steve Roemer	1929
Patrick C. Hogan	1930
Joseph Seemes	1931
Patrick C. Hogan	1932 State Warden 1954
John M.:Hanley	1934
John M. Hanley	1935
Eugene Wilson	1936
Charles Durbin	1937
Charles Durbin	1938
Charles Durbin	1959
Roy Murphy	1940 Moved – Replaced by Daniel W. Kieffer
Nichols A. Hartig	1941
E. O. Pearson	1942
John M. Hanley	1943
Joseph Spudnardi	1944
Joseph Spudnardi	1945    District Deputy 1948
W. L. Willett	1946
Joseph L. Durbin	1947- District deputy 1957/1958
Lisle R. Sherrill	1948 – District Deputy, State Secretary, State Deputy 1958
Lisle R. Sherrill	1949
William H. Dougherty	1950	District Deputy 1954
William H. Dougherty	1951
Thomas L. Diemer	1952	District Deputy 1955/1956
Thomas L. Diemer	1953	Grand Knight 1962/1963
Julian Durbin	1954
Julian Durbin	1955 – 1956
Robert L. Roemer	1956 – 1957
W. H. Rabold	1957 – 1958
R. Robert Hunt	1958 – 1959
R. Robert Hunt	1959 – 1960
James A. Williams	1960 – 1961
James A. Williams	1961 – 1962
Thomas L. Diemer	1962 – 1963

James B. Garrity	1963 – 1964
James B. Garrity	1964 – 1965 District Deputy 1965
Anthony J. Romano	1965 – 1966
Thomas F. Sweene.y	1966 – 1967
Thomas F. Sweeney	1967 – 1968
Raymond Grudzielanek	1968 – 1969
Ra.Ymond Grudzielanek	1969 – 1970 District Deputv 1984
Donald J. Lakofka	1970 – 1971
Donald J. Lakofka	1971 – 1972
Ra.ymond Grudzielanek	1972 – 1973
Raymond Grudzielanek	1973 – 1974
James A. Williams	1974 – 1975
Vincent J. Feck	1975 – 1976
Norbert Briewa	1976 – 1977
Donald C. Butler	1977 – 1978
Donald C. Butler	1978 – 1979
C. A. Picciano	1978 – 1979 (Finished Butler Term)
C. A. Picciano	1979 – 1980
C. A. Picciano	1980 – 1981
C. A. Picciano	1981 – 1982
Burton L. Pinkstaff	1981 – 1982 District Deputy 1981 – 1982
Walter Pudlo	1982 – 1982
Jack Beeckler	1983 – 1984
C. A. Picciano	1984 – 1985
Shelby D. Douglas	1985 – 1986
James J. Signorello	1986 – 1987
Kenneth J. Sudholt	1987 – 1988
Kenneth J. Sudholt	1988 – 1989
John Beeckler	1989 – 1990
Donald Korte	1990 – 1991
Donald Korte	1991 – 1992
Dale Jakel	1992 – 1993
Bob Graham	1993 – 1994
Dick Mason	1994 – 1995
Dick Mason	1995 – 1996
Tommy Hermann	1996 – 1997
Tommy Hermann	1997 – 1998
Chuck Glaser	1998 – 1999
Chuck Glaser	1999 – 2000
Lowell Hatfield	2000 – 2001
Lowell Hatfield	2001 – 2002
John Knepler	2002 – 2003
John Knepler	2003-2004
Bernie Schwitzgebel	2004 – 2005
Bernie Schwitzgebel	2005 -2006
Tim Risher	2006 – 2007
Chuck Glaser	2007 – 2008
Pete Wyzykowski	2008 -2009
Pete Wyzykowski	2009 -2010
Pete Wyzykowski	2010 – 2011
Chuck Lawless	2011 – 2012
Chuck Lawless	2012 – 2013
Rick Osborne	2013 – 2014 District Deputy 2017 – 2018, 2024 – 2025
Rick Osborne	2014 – 2015 District Deputy 2017 – 2018, 2024 – 2025
Paul McCavick	2015 – 2016 District Deputy 2012 -2015
Jason Cabral	2016 – 2017
Bill Stewart	2017 – 2018
Martin Fanning	2018 – 2019
Martin Fanning	2019 – 2020
Rick Osborne	2020 – 2021 District Deputy 2017 – 2018, 2024 – 2025
Rick Osborne	2021 – 2022 District Deputy 2017 – 2018, 2024 – 2025
Ty Bowman	2022 – 2023
Chuck Ledford	2023 -2024
Chuck Ledford	2024 – 2025

The following highlights of Council 1315 meeting minutes and activities are listed to further expand the history of Father Ben Bowers Council 1315, Bowling Green, Kentucky.

The first Council 1315 meeting hall was located at 800 Main Street in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The earliest minutes of the Council meetings begins in the year of 1916, while the Council was chartered on April 26, 1908. But the minutes from that date until June, 1916 were destroyed in a fire which occurred on May 31, 1953 in the second Council hall which was located on 10th Street.

Therefore this history will begin with the minutes dated July 11, 1916. The writer of this history attempts to report the highlights of the activities of the Council which relate to our Church, our State and Federal services, and our charitable activities within our community.

G. T. Massey, Grand Knight 1916, presided over the 79 members of Council 1315. Grand Knight Massey was appointed to ask the editors of our three daily newspapers to publish the sermon of Father T. J. Hayes, our Chaplain and Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church. On October 17, 1916 the newly elected officers assumed their duties with Martin J. DeVries, Grand Knight. On July 10, 1917 members voted to donate a student medal to the outstanding student of St. Joseph School. Father Hayes was chosen to select the student and present the medal. On August 14, 1917 the Council voted to send a letter of congratulation to Fred Rabold, a student, for receiving a Knights of Columbus Scholarship to the Catholic University at Washington D.C. On September 11, 1917 the Council voted to send $146 to the Supreme Council office for the War Fund.

November 27, 1917 Louis J. Kister, Grand Knight, was elected Delegate to represent the United Charities. On January 29, 1918 Louis J. Kister, Grand Knight, Knights of Columbus War Fund Committee was ordered by the Supreme Council headquarters to send $1,500 to their office.

May 17, 1918, Louis J. Kister, Grand Knight, assembled the entire Council membership to attend the wake for Martin J. DeVries who died on this date.

November 18. 1924, Grand Knight Fred Keune presided over the first discussion in our Council in the formation of the Columbia Squires. On December 12, 1924 a motion was made and carried for the Council to support the St. Joseph School Boys basketball team. The Council was to furnish funds to supply uniforms at a cost of $30.00.

January 19, 1926, Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold assigned various Knights the duty of Preparing a speech on the subject of Religious matters. William J. Vogel, a member of the Council, was selected to address the Council on the subject of “The Holy Cross”.

January 26. 1926, Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presided over the meeting at which Brother Knight Pete Bardemaker gave an interesting speech on the subject “The Scapular, Its Origin And Benefit Derived From Wearing It”.

February 2, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. A movement was launched to bring back into the order all delinquent members. Lecturer Brother Cushing gave an interesting talk on”The Rosary”.

February 9, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. Brother Joseph Dienes gave a very interesting talk on “Customs of the Church”. The Council gave a rising vote of thanks to the retiring Warden, Henry Scherer for his faithful service to the Council. Brother Cushing was unanimously elected to serve as Warden. Father Fanelli gave an interesting speech on “The Stations Of The Cross”.

February 23, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. Father Fanelli’s transfer was received from Watertown, Wisconsin Council and was accepted. Brother Ben Davis gave a very interesting speech on “Baptism” and Brother Davis showed a thorough knowledge of the subject.

March 2, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. Brother John Hanley addressed the Council on the subject “Indulgences”. Very interesting.

March 9, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. Father Thomas J. Haves addressed the Council recommending all members of the Council to attend the musical on March 17 to assist in making it a success. Brother N. A. Hartig gave a very forceful and pleasing address on “Why Are So Many Instructions Apparently Fruitless”. His talk was highly instructive and was commended by Father Hayes .

March 18, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. 23 members were present. Brother Fred Keune addressed the Council and his subject chosen by himself was “Meditation on the Sorrowful Masteries Of The Rosary.”

March 23, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. 24 members were present. Brother Louis Kister addressed the Council on the “Angelus” showing a thorough mastery of his subject. The members who were present were fortunate in hearing such an entertaining and instructive lecture.

April 6, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. 21 members present. Deputy Grand Knight John Lally delivered the address of the evening. His subject being “Prayer”. Brother Lally’s speech was a revelation to the members who were fortunate in being in attendance. In fact his remarks were received with such enthusiasm that Brother Lally was requested to repeat his address at sometime in the near future when it is hoped that he will be greeted by a larger number of the members.

April 13, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C.-Rabold presiding. 26 members present. Brother Zack Nusz a recently transferred member to our Council, addressed the Council members present and they were well rewarded by listening to a remarkable prepared and delivered address served to bring out more forcibly the talent that lies dormant in the members of this Council.

May 4, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. Brother Hugh Rabold addressed the Council with his subject “The Mass”. The address was highly instructive and thoroughly enjoyable. Too bad only 19 members were present,

May 18, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. 26 members were present. On the motion of Father Fanelli it was moved that a committee be appointed to find more suitable quarters. Brothers E. F. Roemer, N. A. Hartig, Joseph Rabold and John Hanley each made a short speech on their attendance at the State Convention at Newport.

May 26, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. 18 members in attendance. The committee appointed to select new quarters made their report. It was moved and seconded that the Council

accept their report. It was noted that the Trustees be empowered to act with Brother Ben Forsting, a member of the committee, to lease the DeVries property.

June 1, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. 21 members present. The Trustees were empowered by the Council to purchase such furniture necessary to equip the new Council hall.

June 22, 1926 Deputy Grand Knight John Lally called the meeting to order, Grand Knight Rabold was absent. 19 members present. Brother Emile Roemer submitted bills to the Council. For repairs to the new Council hall, $41.45. For new furniture, $94.87. Brother Roemer reported much progress on the new quarters and he thought we would be able to hold the next meeting there.

July 6, 1926 meeting was called to order by Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold. The first meeting in the new home , the DeVries building. 25 members were present. The newly decorated hall with new furniture was deemed a great improvement. Father Hayes and Father Fanelli were present. They congratulated the members present on the progress they have made and urged them to continue their work. The Grand Knight ordered the Lecturer to plan a social.

August 5, 1926 Grand Knight Joseph C. Rabold presiding. 24 members present. The House Committee submitted various rules, which the Council voted to accept, related to conduct in our Council Hall. Brother Tim Hogan of Paris, Tennessee, a Past Grand Knight of Memphis, Tennessee was present and made a very remarkable address dealing with the work which was done to build a Catholic Church in Paris, Tennessee.

February 7, 1928 Grand Knight Steve Roemer presiding. A motion was made by Brother Hartig and seconded by Brother Keune that a committee be appointed to draft a new set of laws in conformity with the principles and rules the Council has been operating under since January 1, 1928. It being understood that each article must be ratified by a majority vote of the Council members present at a regular meeting. It being further understood that after the ratification of the new By-laws, and after their approval by the Supreme Council, that the existing copy of our present Bv-Laws be thereby abrogated. The motion carried.

February 14, 1928 Grand Knight Steve Roemer presiding. The By- Laws committee consisting of Brothers Nick Hartig, John Lally, and Joe Rabold, made an extensive report to the Council, on the new By- Laws. They were approved by the Council members present.

April 17, 1928 Grand Knight Steve Roemer presiding. Motion made, seconded and carried that we grant Brother Victor DeCaigney a transfer card to Clouquet Council number 2342, Clouquet, Minnesota. The following Resolution was made by W. L. Roemer, and seconded by Brother Hartig and carried. Resolution to be presented to the State Convention of The Knights of Columbus at Bowling Green, Kentuckv May 12, 15, 1928. “Whereas the depression in business has affected the membership in many Councils of our order in the State by reason of the lack of employment of members which has made it impossible for them to keep up their dues etc. be it resolved that the Knights of Columbus of the State of Kentucky in convention assembled adopt an economy program for the next year, whereby the expenses of the State Council be curtailed and held to the very

minimum in order that the per capita tax may be reduced to 30 cents instead of 50 cents which now prevails”.

September 7, 1937 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. Motion made by Brother Ben Davis and seconded by Brother Magruder that the Council rent the Hall in the Price Building.

October 15, 1937 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. On Sunday October 10, 1937 the Council sponsored a Communion breakfast at the Helm Hotel to celebrate Columbus Day. 36 members and men of the congregation attended.

October 25, 1957 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. Our Chaplain, Father Hill, made a very interesting talk on “Communion, Its Causes and Effects” which was enjoyed by the entire Council.

November 8, 1937 Deputy Grand Knight James Garrity presiding. Brother Joe Magruder made a short but interesting talk on “The Spirit of the Order”. Brother John Hanley made a talk on the Insurance Feature of the order, giving statistics and figures in an attempt to explain thoroughly our insurance program. A committee of Brother Hanley, Brother Ben A. Davis and Brother William Roemer was appointed to investigate a charity case in the congregation. The committee was given power to give immediate help with this case.

December 20, 1937 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. Communication was read by the Grand Knight from Evansville, Indiana Council 565 advising of a Third Degree initiation on January 23, 1958. Motion was made and seconded that we send our candidates there for the ceremony.

December 27, 1937 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. The following members were appointed by the Grand Knight to a special committee to arrange for the cleaning and repairing of the new hall in the Price Building. Brothers Joe Magruder, Chairman Roy Murphy, James Slaughter, Ben A. Davis and Eugene Wilson. Motion made and seconded the contract for changing the wiring be given to W. D. Fisher – Motion carried.

January 10, 1938 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. Notice of 3rd Degree initiation at Evansville, Indiana Council was read and Secretary was instructed to notify Evansville Council of our intention to send 4 candidates. Council to pay $5.00 for each man and also for their banquet ticket. Secretary was instructed to write and thank Brother B. J. Bornme for his donation of cleaning draperies and laundry work.

March 7, 1938 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. Brother Charles Osborn appointed to write a letter of congratulation to Father T. J. Hayes. Motion made and seconded that the Council aid Father Hill in any celebration that may be given in honor of Father Hayes elevation to Monsignor.

August 20, 1938 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. The House Committee made a report submitting a set of House Rules which we adopted by vote.

July 5, 1959 Grand Knight Charles Durbin presiding. A committee consisting of Father Whelan,

Brothers John Hanley, N. A. Hartig and B. J. Barrone was appointed to see Father Hayes and arrange for a suitable celebration for Father Hayes 50th anniversary in the Priesthood.

July 8, 1940 Deputy Grand Knight Dan Kieffer presiding. A communication was received from Bowling Green Welfare Center asking the Council to appoint a member to serve on the Board of Directors. Brother Ben Davis was appointed to represent the Council on this Board.

October 28. 1940 Grand Knight Dan Kieffer presiding. Brother N. A. Hartig, Chairman of School Activities Committee reported that a student Mission Crusade Branch is to be established at St. Joseph School.

December 2, 1940 Deputy Grand Knight Doctor James Glauber presiding. District Deputy Charles Durbin gave a report about the District meeting at Owensboro on Sunday, December 1, 1940. Brother N. A. Hartig gave an interesting report upon the Mission Crusade work that is being done at St. Joseph School.

July 14, 1942 Grand Knight N. A. Hartig presiding. Motion was made by Brother Hartig and seconded by Brother Steve Durbin that we inaugurate the Third Sunday of each month as Communion Sunday to be followed by a Communion breakfast. This is to replace the regular meetings which were formerly held on Tuesday night.

September 11, 1945 Grand Knight Joseph Spudnardi presiding. The Grand Knight appointed Brother Thomas L. Diemer to represent our Council on the Warren County Welfare Board.

July 2, 1946 Grand Knight Joseph Spudnardi presiding. Motion made and approved to have a Requiem High Mass for the repose of the soul of Monsignor Thomas J. Hayes.

August 6, 1946 Grand Knight W. L. Willet presiding. Father Joseph L. Spalding has been appointed Pastor of St. Joseph Church and is our new Chaplain. He gave a most interesting and instructive lecture on the Bible.

August 13, 1946 Grand Knight W. L. Willett presiding.     Brothers Pearson, Hartig, Hanley, Spudnardi and Barnette were appointed as a Committee to investigate the possibilities of a Catholic Hospital for the City of Bowling Green. Brothers Thomas L. Diemer, Spudnardi, N. A. Hartig were appointed as a Building Committee. Worthy Lecturer gave an instructive and interesting lecture on Atomic Power.

September 10, 1946 Grand Knight W. L. Willett presiding. Worthy Chaplain gave an instructive and interesting lecture on the Mass.

November 12, 1946 Grand Knight W. L. Willett presiding. A committee composed of Brothers Hartig, Spudnardi and Hanley were appointed to further investigate the possibilities of a new home.

December 10, 1946 Grand Knight W. L. Willett presiding. Motion made by Brother Nusz. seconded

by Brother Will Roemer that the Council donate whatever is necessary for a Christmas party to be given to the St. Joseph School pupils – motion carried.

January 28, 1947 Grand Knight W. L. Willett presiding. Motion made by Brother Spudnardi and seconded that the Council donate $25.00 to the Youth Center sponsored by the Junior Chamber of Commerce. Motion carried.

March 11, 1947 Grand Knight W. L. Willett presiding. Brother W. B. Henderson gave a report of the St. Joseph basketball team and the Council was pleased to learn that the team had recently defeated the Junior and College High Teams.

July 1, 1947 Grand Knight W. L. Willett presiding. Worthy Chaplain Father Spalding announced his transfer to Morganfield and regretted leaving us.

July 22, 1947 Grand Knight Joseph Durbin presiding. The Grand Knight introduced our new Worthy Chaplain Father Patrick Bowling, who was initiated in 1917 at Bardstown. Father Bowling is our new Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church. The Council gave a warm welcome to Father Bowling. A Knights of Columbus golf tournament committee was appointed by the

Grand Knight, they are Brothers W. H. Henderson, Chairman, B. J. Borromni, W. L. Willett and Joseph Spudnardi.

November 19, 1947 Grand Knight Joseph Durbin presiding. Winner of the Knights of Columbus golf tournament was Lyle R. Sherrill. Brother W. H. Henderson Presented the winning trophies which will be on display in our Council hall.

December 9, 1947 Grand Knight Joseph Durbin presiding. Brother John Hanley made the motion we give $8.00 to the Indian Mission in Ashland, Montana- motion carried. Brother Willett made the motion that the Council made a $40.00 donation to the St. Joseph School for a Christmas Party. Motion carried.

November 50, 1948 Grand Knight L. R. Sherrill presiding. Brother Joseph Spudnardi made the following report on the turkey raffle: Total receipts $409.89, Total expense $137.00 Net Profit

$272.89. This was divided as follows – 50% to the building fund and 50% to the General Fund for Charitable purpose.

January 3, 1950 Grand Knight L. R. Sherrill presiding. The Grand Knight Re-elected Brothers Hartig, John Davis and E. O. Pearson to represent our Council at a dinner meeting at the Helm Hotel on January 10, 1950 to meet with the Officials of the Society for Crippled Children and the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis .

May 23, 1950 Grand Knight L. R. Sherell presiding. Council Grand Knight L. R. Sherell was elected State Advocate at our recent State Convention.

August 1950 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. Grand Knight Daugherty appointed Brother

Hartig to represent the Knights of Columbus on the steering committee of The Chamber of Commerce. Brother W. L. Willett appointed as an alternate.

September 19, 1950 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. The Worthy State Deputy Charles Johnson was our guest. In his address to the Council members he stressed the ceremonials of the Council Chamber and the sitting up of the National Council Five Point Program.

December 26, 1950 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. Brother Sherrells Athletic Chairman reported Brother Joe Durbin was declared Golf Champion for the year of 1950.

January 2, 1951 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. Past Grand Knight Joe Durbin reported Christmas gifts were delivered to the T. B. Hospital on Christmas DAY.

January 23, 1951 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. Brother John Hanley reported he attended the Red Cross meeting and asked for our full co-operation in donating blood when the Blood-mobile is in our City.

March 22, 1951 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. Motion made by Brother N. A. Hartig, seconded by Brother Clyde Smith that $25.00 be donated to the Boys Club of Bowling Green. Good of the Order related by Lecture L. R. Sherrill related experiences of State Convention. Stated he will attend the National Convention in Pittsburgh in August. He was also re-elected State Advocate for a second term.

May 29, 1951 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. The motion was made, seconded and approved that we sponsor a baseball team in boys little league. A limit of $50.00 was placed upon our sponsorship.

July 3, 1951 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. Our District Deputy R. Miller Holland installed our newly elected officers of our Council.

November 20, 1951 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. Motion by Brother L. R. Sherrell seconded by Brother Dan Kiefer that the Council accept the recommendation of the Trustees that the Council lease the present Hall for two years at the rate of $40.00 per month. Motion approved.

December 4, 1951 Grand Knight W. H. Daugherty presiding. The Grand Knight appointed the following members to make investigation on any building available for a Knights of Columbus Hall; Brother Joe Spudnardi, Chairman, Bros. Thomas L. Diemer, Co-Chairman, Nelson Fleenor, Joe Rabold and Jim Sacrey.

July 8, 1952 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother Charles Reynolds reported that we were duly incorporated.

September 23, 1952 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. The Grand Knight appointed committee for our Columbus Day barbecue.

October 7, 1952 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. All committee Chairmen reported a great success with our barbecue. Brother Thomas Murphy donated $100.00 to our Building Fund.

October 14, 1952 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. A general discussion concerning our Barbecue was held. It was agreed thanks would be sent to selected persons, personally, that an add of ”thanks” be published in the local paper, and that Father Bowling to read our “Thanks” to those in our congregation at Mass.

November 30, 1952 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother L. R. Sherrill made the motion we donate $825.00 toward a Christmas treat for the St. Joseph School children. Father Bowling expressed his thanks for the money which we donated for the Athletic Fund.

January 13, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Planning Committee report by Bro. Hogan submitted the blue prints of present condition of the proposed new quarters together with alterations that will be necessary. Financial committee was appointed by the Grand Knight Diemer they are: Brothers Joe Durbin, Chairman, N. A. Hartig, W. A. Willett, J. W. Hanley Joe Spudnardi and Murphy. Discussion took place on the removal of plaster in our new club rooms by Brothers Lally and Fleenor.

January 20, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother Joe Spudnardi made a motion seconded by Brother Murphy that the planning committee be given a vote of confidence to go ahead with building plans. Motion carried.

January 27, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother Howard Hagan made a very inspiring report on the progress of work on our new home. A contract was read between the Columbus Club and the Knights of Columbus which was accepted by the Knights of Columbus Building Committee. This contract was a lease for the New Home at 932 Center Street. Motion made by Brother Johnson and seconded by Brother Smith that the contract be accepted – Motion passed.

February 5, 1955 Grand Knight Thomas L.- Diemer presiding. The Grand Knight appointed the following committee in connection with the Knights of Columbus participation in the March of Dimes: Brothers Gleason Rabold, Chairman, Nick Hartig, Herb Johnson, Julian Durbin, John Lally and Andy Williams.

February 10, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. The members present at the meeting went in a body to inspect the new premises.

February 17, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. May 31, 1953 was designated as our Communion Sunday.

March 10, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas-L. Diemer presiding. Brother N. A. Hartig made a motion that we have our Annual Communion Sunday on the second Sunday in April, seconded by Past Grand Knight Joe Durbin, motion carried. Brother Hartig Sherrell, Hanley, Willett and Joe Durbin

are to be the Communion Breakfast Committee. Brother John Lally reported the P. T. A. had offered assistance to us in helping to put on our rummage sale.

March 17, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother Herb Johnson made the motion seconded by Brother L. R. Sherrill that we pay the invoice for bus transportation to the initiation at Owensboro – Motion carried.

April 7, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother N. A. Hartig made the motion that we go on record as endorsing the Fluorinating of water in Bowling Green and that a letter be sent to Bowling Green Council. Seconded by Brother Joe Durbin, Junior – Motion carried. Brother John Lally reported that we netted $550.00 on the rummage sale.

April 14, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother Howard Hagan reported that the brick laying had started at our new home.

April 28, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother Hogan reported that the new stairway had been erected in our new home. Brother Daugherty reported that the State Convention would be held the 16th 17th and 18th of May.

May 5, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Reports were made by Brothers Willett, Joe Durbin, Glason Rabold and Howard, relative to our new building. The Grand Knight appointed the following listed Brothers to work on various phases:

Brother Kistor, Chairman Sherrill

Spudnardi Carter

Electrical Wiring Committee                       Plaster Committee Brothers Herndobiler, Chairman                                   Brother Howard Hagen Brother Johnson                                                           Brother Nelson Fleenor

Brother Joe Durbin, Junior                             Brother Joe Milton

Brother Thompson                                          Plumbing Committee

Roof Committee                                            Brother Nelson Fleenor

Brother Gleason Rabold                                 Brother Brooks

Brother Carrier                                                Flooring Baseboards & Ceilings

Brother Smith                                                 Brother Horstman

Carpentry Committee                                   Brother Bill Roemer

Brother Joe Frequa, Chairman                        Brother John Lally

Brother Pete Kimbred                                     Brother Walter Pudlo

Brother Willard Smith                                    Inside Painting Woodwork

Brother George Murphy                                 Brother Carrico

Brother John Murphy                                      Brother Gleason Rabold Brother Der Mc Alway

Brothers Jim Kinney made the motion, seconded by John Lally that the members be informed that the meeting on the 12th and l9th of March will be held at our new home for the purpose of working.

June 2, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Past Grand Knight Wm. Daugherty. Trustee, reported that we received a settlement of $1,538.00 for fire damage done on May 31. Brother Joe Durbin made a motion, seconded by Brother Daugherty, that the $1,538.00 to be placed in saving account until such time as we decide to use it.

August 4, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Brother Hogan asked for help on the new home on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night. Brother ‘Lyle ‘Sherrill made motion and seconded by Brother Wyatt Baskett that Brother John O’Connor represent the Knights of Columbus on the Welfare Board – Motion carried.

September 29, 1953 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. The Council members were thanked by the Sisters of St. Joseph for the Council donation of a side of beef. Brother Joe Durbin reported the profits from the barbecue was $129.01. Brother Joe Durbin made motion and seconded by Brother Rabold that we withdraw sufficient funds from our savings to plaster the ceilings in our new home. Motion carried.

January 5, 1954 Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer presiding. Worthy Grand Knight Diemer informed the Council that Thursday night January 28, 1954 would be Knights of Columbus night at the Radio auction for the March of Dimes.

October 12, 1954 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. Brother N. A. Hartig made a very interesting talk taking us back to the beginning of the Knights of Columbus in Bowling Green in the sear of 1908. Four Charter Members were present. Brother Tom Mc Namara, Brother Sam Rabold, Brother Louis Kister and Brother N. A. Hartig. Brothers who were not present were Brother Will Hanley, Brother W. H. Rabold, Senior and Brother J. L. Durbin, I. The rest of the Brothers who made up the Class of 60 for the Charter initiation have received their enteral reward. May they rest in peace.

November 9, 1954 Grand Knizht Julian Durbin presiding. A very interestinz and intellectural talk was made bs PGK E. O. Pearson.

November 16, 1954 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. Rummage sale committee – a total of

$216.48 was realized from the rummage sale. A vote of appreciation from the Knights of Columbus to the ladies of the P. T. A. for making the rummage sale possible. An interesting talk was made by Brother Bill Combs on his conversion to the Catholic Faith. Several worthy remarks were made by other members.

November 23, 1954 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. Our Council raised $899.27 for the March of Dimes.

February 8, 1955 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. The Grand Knight read a letter from Radio

Auction Chairman Richard Green complimenting us on a grand job of raising money for the Crippled Children.

March 22, 1955 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. Expressions of sympathy for Brother W.

H. Rabold Senior who passed away March 19, 1955. Brother Rabold was a Charter Member of this Council. Brother John Lally and Grand Knight Julian Durbin were appointed to write Resolution and have masses said.

June 14, 1955 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. Brother N. A. Hartig volunteered to give a Painting of Father DeVries to the Council – The Council accepted with gratitude.

August 16, 1955 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. District Deputy Thomas L. Diemer recommended that all members should with draw honorably by checking out with the Secretary if they desire to withdraw from the Council.

April 10, 1956 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. An inspirational Kick-off speech for our membership drive was given by District Deputy Thomas L. Diemer. Prospective candidates list were given to the members to contact on our Millionth Member Drive sponsored by the Supreme Council.

May 1, 1956 Grand Knight Julian Durbin presiding. Our “National One Million” members as sponsored by the Supreme Council was a great success in our Council. 19 New members and 6 reinstatement was accomplished. Excellent performance by our Council especially Past Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer who sponsored 8 new candidates. Brother Sherrill expressed his appreciation for support of Brothers who helped in electing him State Deputy

July 3, 1956 Grand Knight Robert Roemerpresiding. Lecturer Brother Rogers gave a short talk on the history of civilization bringing out the fact that oftentimes it is slanted to the determent of the Church and Catholicity. Father C. P. Bowling made a short talk concerning the Bible, Tradition and other aspects o f our religion.

July 10, 1956 Grand Knight Robert Roemer presiding. Brother Joe Durbin reported that several brothers reported for the cleanup of the parking lot and would be finished at a later time. Thursday night at 5:15 CDT was set up as a meeting time to finish cleaning up parking lot and back room.

July 24, 1956 Acting Grand Knight Durbin presiding. Brother Thomas L. Diemer made the motion seconded by Brother Joe Durbin that the State Secretary Sherrill and Financial Secretary John Lally order certificates for 25 year members and set up a date for a special meeting to honor them. Lecture Rodgers spoke briefly on the doctrine-of-the infallibility of the Pope.

August – 1956 Grand Knight Robert Roemer presiding. Brother Joe Durbin reported $815.49 net Profit on Council Picnic. Motion made by Brother Sherrill seconded by Brother Joe Durbin that we install a gas line from the street to our building. A rousing vote of thanks was given to Brother Nelson Fleenor for his outstanding leaders and labor donated in the remodeling of our new home.

Note: Council minute ledgers are missing for the year of 1957 through 1964 and Part of 1965.

May 4, 1965 Grand Knight James Garrity presiding. Brother Tom Kaelin made a motion we have a social for new members and prospective members seconded by Brother Andy Williams and motion carried. The date of the social is May 22, 1965.

May 18, 1965 Grand Knight James Garrity presiding. Our Grand Knight James Garrity was awarded the Outstanding Grand Knight of the year for the State of Kentucky. Past State Deputy and present District Deputy Lisle Sherrell presented to Brother Garrity a beautiful plaque and certificate of Merit for his efforts during the past year.

June 15, 1965 Grand Knight James Garrity presiding. Grand Knight James Garrity presented the Knights of Columbus citizenship award to the outstanding Girl Senior Felecia Spudnardi and the outstanding Senior Boy award to Mike Reynolds.

August 24, 1965 Grand Knight Anthony Romano presiding. Report from Barbecue Committee – 576 tickets sold thus far – $703.85.

November 9, 1965 Grand Knight Anthony Romano presiding. Brother Garrity made motion we sponsor Girl Scouts and Brownies Motion carried.

January 4, 1966 Grand Knight Anthony Romano presiding. Brother Lisle Sherrill reported the new City Council of Bowling Green has elected Past Grand Knight Thomas L. Diemer Chairman of the City Council.

March 15, 1966 Grand Knight Anthony Romano presiding. The Council voted to have the Resolution Committee to prepare a Resolution on death of Brother Walter Weis – our Brother in the Knights of Columbus – and Mayor of Bowling Green.

May 31, 1966 Grand Knight Anthony Romano presiding. Brother Andy Williams made a motion that Brother Tom Sweeney be appointed representative of the Knights of Columbus in the Scouting Program. Brother Hogan seconded – motion carried.

September 27, 1966 Grand Knight Tom Sweeney presiding. Council voted to assist Father Clemans in converting the white house across the street from the Church into a recreation center for young people.

March 7, 1967 Grand Knight Tom Sweeney presiding. Our Council have 99 members – 16 present tonight – the Grand Knight also announced another large chili supper be planned. The Grand Knight also lead discussion on the building of a new Council Hall or repair and add on to our present Hall.

September 12, 1967 Grand Knight Tom Sweeney presiding. Barbecue deemed a good success. We realized a net profit of $565.03. Continued discussion on the sale of our hall, purchasing land to build new Council Hall. Repair to leaking roof still undecided.

October 3, 1967 Grand Knight Tom Sweeney presiding. Brother Thomas L. Diemer suggested an auction of this building if the price offered by those who want this building is not enough. Brother Grudzelanek showed the tentative plans of the new Hall. The price includes everything except heating and air conditioning due to the fact this could run from $3,000 to $12,000. This does not include land and the price is $29.150.

December 5, 1967 Grand Knight Tom Sweeney presiding. Father Willett – Pastor of new Parish in Bowling Green to be named Holy Spirit Parish. Father Willett working with the Knights of Columbus for a get acquainted Charity Ball to be held before Lent for both Parishes.

February 20, 1968 Grand Knight Tom Sweeney presiding. Brother Lastufka reports very good co-operation from the Brother Knights in helping to get our large Chile Supper planned. Many tickets be sold.

February 27, 1968 Grand Knight Tom Sweeney presiding. Brother Bob Lastufka reported crowd Was small at Chili Supper. Had much food left over, placed in Deep Freeze at Brother Thomas Diemer market and donated some to Potter Orphan Home.

April 6, 1968 Grand Knight Tom Sweeney presiding. Lengthy discussion, again~ how to sell our Council Hall. A price of $50,000 was valued for our Hall.

April 22, 1969 meeting Grand Knight Ray Grudzelanek presiding. A Grand Knight ball will be held on APRIL 26, 1969 to celebrate the burning of our mortgage. Council Hall is paid for and free of debt.

October 13, 1970 Grand Knight D. Lakofka presiding. A dance and luncheon is planned to be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church hall. Much discussion was given to the subject of a gift to the new Holy Spirit Church from the Knights of Columbus – something along the lines of Station of the Cross. Many Brothers came up with the idea of having a raffle on a colored T. V.. shotgun and etc, to create funds for this endeavor.

January 5, 1971 Grand Knight Don Lakofka presiding. Winner of the raffled color T. V. was Brother Allen Dodd, winner of the shotgun was Brother Mike Beaven. A profit of $140.00 was realized on the raffle which will be used for our project at Holy Spirit Church. The Building Committee advised something must be done to eliminate the termite problem in our building. Brother Grudzelanek suggested the Council hold their meetings at Holy Spirit hall and let our Council Hall sit since it is in bad shape.

February 6, 1973 Grand Knight Ray Grudzelanek presiding. Father Willett, Pastor, Holy Spirit Catholic Church addressed the Council on the horrors of abortion and told us that it is our responsibility to do as much as possible to stop this injustice.

October 2, 1973 Grand Knight Ray Grudzelanek presiding. It was announced the Council will sponsor a Christmas float in the City Christmas parade – our theme – “Keep Christ in Christmas”.

December 18, 1973 Grand Knight Ray Grudzelanek presiding. Father Hayden suggested that we start to think about a St. Vincent De Paul Society in Bowling Green.

January 15, 1974 Grand Knight Ray Grudzelanek presiding. Brother Don Butler reported that St. Joseph gymnasium would be the location for Pro Life meeting this Thursday night. Mr. Wesloski, Chairman, of Pro Like in Bowling Green has asked us to write to Mr. Quickert in the State House and telling our thoughts on Pro Life and asking him to get this House Bill on Pro Life out- of committee and ask him to vote for it. 14 States have passed a similar resolution.

October 2, 1974 Grand Knight Andy Williams presiding. Great plans are underway for Fall Festival to be held at Holy Spirit Church. Knights of Columbus will sponsor Bingo and pony rides.

August 12, 1975 Grand Knight Andy Williams presiding. Installation of Officers and Mass ceremony was conducted at Holy Spirit Church, Father Joseph Mills, Pastor, was celebrant. In anticipation of the sale o f our Council Hall at 952 Center Street a motion was made by Brother Tony Romano seconded by Ray Grudzelanek carried Council Hall to be closed – all utilities shut down and all equipment moved from building.

November 11, 1975 Grand Knight V. Feck presiding. Admission 1st Degree meeting – Two candidates received the First Degree – Father Joseph Mills and Father Ben Powers. Memorial Services and Corporate Communion will be held at Holy Spirit Church on November 23, 1975.

December 1, 1975 Grand Knight V. Feck presiding. The Councils after lengthy discussion from the floor and Father Hayden and Father Mills, voted to support a Vietnam Family and to utilize our old Council Hall – 932 Center Street – to house this family. A committee was appointed which were Brothers V. Feck, J. Phelps, A. Romano, Thomas Diemer and R. Grudzelanek to update the Council Hall with shower and other utilities.

January 13, 1976 Grand Knight V. Feck presiding. The Council members spent mans hours of charitable labor at the Teen-Center after it was decided to utilize this building instead of our old Council Hall to house the adopted Vietnam Family. The Pro Life rally at Frankfort at 12:00 noon January 22 and many people are planning on going.

September 13, 1979 Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. Our first organization meeting was held for the Tootsie Roll Program for our special citizens.

October 10, 1979 Grand Knight Picciano presiding. Our first Tootsie Roll drive for our Special Citizens was a great success. Thanks to Ray Grudzalanek, Chairman, which netted our program

$12250.10.

October 26, 1979 Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. – Deputy Grand Knight Max Apple will contact 10 new 1st Degree members and invite them to go to Vine Grove, Sunday November 4 1979 to take their 2nd and 3rd Degree.

December 13, 1979 Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. Brothers Briewa and C. A. Picciano took Thanks giving Dinner to our adopted Vietnam family. It was a very heartening experience very humbling.

January 10, 1980 Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. Brother Ray Grudzielanek reported on our Tootsie Roll drive Net $1,285.10.

February 14, 1980 Grand Knight C. A. Piccianopresiding. The Grand Knight reported that the Knights of Columbus Foundation had received from the Tootsie Roll Program. 10 Councils will receive Van-Bus Vehicle from this program. Our Council should receive one of these Van-Bus possibly this week. A formal Presentation to B.R.A.D. program for mental retarded citizen will receive this Van-Bus. Public relations include television, newspaper coverage. State Deputy and District Deputy will be in attendance. Our Council will not have anymore responsibility towards the Van-Bus. The cost of the van-bus was $17,000.

May 8, 1980 meeting Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. Citizenship award plaques will be presented to students of St. Joseph-School on Thursday – recipients are Elizabeth Largen and Doug Sims.

June 12, 1980 meeting. Grand Knight-C.- A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight Praised the Council for their efforts in obtaining 25 new members to our Council. Our Council Hall has been sold and deed delivered We have on hand $24,957.15 from the sale of the building. The Donnor family is very thankful to the Knights of Columbus for their work in the March of Dimes. Their daughter, Amy, won the 10 speed bicycle.

October 14, 1980 meeting. Deputy Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. Installation of officers was performed by Brother Robert Hood, Executive Secretary and Brother Phil Carr, Warden, Kentucky State Council. The State Officers presented awards from the State Office Father McGivney and The Columbia Award. Brother Grudzielanek reported an excellent attendance of Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Program in spite of a cold, wet day. Excellent net return from the generous citizens of Bowling Green.

November 15, 1980 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. – Men’s Social – Mass and Dinner. Western Kentucky University Basketball Coach Clem Haskins gave an excellent speech. 85 Knights in attendance.

May 12, 1981 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding.. – St. Joseph Church had a successful spring; Festival and our Council received a thank YOU letter for our help in the Festival.

June 9, 1980 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Piccianopresiding. – – The Grand Knight thanked all members for their involvement in St. Joseph Spring Festival to make it a success. The Grand Knight thanked all brothers for their hard work done in the Council name. At the State Convention our Council was one of two Councils in the State out of 45 Councils who was awarded the Supreme Award. We received also the top award from the State for Council Activity. Brother Grudzielanek.

Chairman, of program to remodel and modernize an apartment for Sister Mary Aloysious. Twelve Brother Knights volunteered and donated 250 hours of their time and talent on this project.

August 11, 1981 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – Installation of Officers committee – Brother Jerry Kaelin and Brother Allen Donner – co-chairmen – will have the Installation on August 23rd at the 11:00 Mass followed with a family picnic. District Deputy C. A. Picciano informed our Council had received honors in the Top 10 Councils for their Council activities from the Supreme Council. Motion by Brother Allen Donner, seconded by Brother Shelby Douglas that we become involved in the Holy Spirit Fall festival on September 25 and 26. Brother Clifford Burd – Council Activity Chairman will follow up on this suggestion.

October 13, 1981 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – The Grand Knight read “Thanks”from Father Mills on our support and involvement in Holy Spirit Fall Festival. Also he thanked the Knights for building the outside picnic pavilion. The Grand Knight gave the floor to Program Director Ray Grudzielanek for committees report: Brother Norb Breiwa – Church Activity Chairman – reported 130 persons attended the showing, at the Parish Hall, Holy Spirit Church, of “Our Lady of Fatima”. All committees had interesting and constructive reports. The Grand Knight presented a Resolution to name our Council “Father Ben Powers Council 1315” in honor of Father Ben Powers, Associate Pastor of Holy Spirit Church in Bowling Green and a member of our Council. Father Ben Powers was killed in an automobile crash recently. Brother Allen Donner suggested we look into a Bingo program as a means to raise money. Allen will investigate the legal aspect and will have a report for us next month.

November 10, 1981 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – The Grand Knight announced a plan Social with our wives, dinner and a presentation by the Police Department authorities entitled “Juveniles and Drugs”. The Grand Knight thanked all the Brothers who built the pavilion at Holy Spirit Church. The meeting floor given to Brother Ray Grudzielanek, Program Director for committees report: “Pro – Life” Committee – Brother Jerry Wallace, Co-chairman and Brother Larry Baker, Co-chairman – out lined plans for Social dinner and lecture on the Pro-Life movement and “Juveniles and Drugs”. Mr. Fred Lancaster, City Police Drug enforcement team will be guest speaker. & Brother Allen Donner made the motion, seconded and approved: When we say the Pledge of Allegiance we had the phrase at the end “The Born and the unborn”. Brother Norb Breiwa – Church Activity Chairman advised on November 22 we will have a Memorial Mass for our deceased Brothers. District Deputy C. A~ Picciano Presented a plaque Reward from State Deputy for our participation in Council Activities. We were one of the top ten in the State to receive this award.

December 8, 1981 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaffpresiding. – The Grand Knight announced we have obtained 21 new member and present a sincere “Thank You” to all who obtain a new member. Brother Ray Grudzielanek advised a meeting will be held by the Trustees for the purpose of retention of members. The meeting floor was given to Brother Grudzielanek, Program Director for various committee reports: Church Activities Committee Chairman Brother Norb Briewa reported the best attendance for the Memorial Mass for our deceased members was the best ever. Over 80 Brother Knights and their wives were present. Our next Church functions will be on

December 22 entitled “The Prayer For Mary”. Pro Life Committee – Brother Larry Baker, co-chairman, discuss showing of the film promoting Pro Life will come to our Council soon. Brother Clifton Burd – Council Activity Co chairman announced New Years dance and dinner be Chaired by Brother Leroy Jansen for December 31st. Brother Joe Mill Council Activities Co chairman thanked all who attended skating parts. There were over 300 guest and all of the families had a great time.

February 9, 1982 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – – Program Director Brother Ray Grudzielanek announced our Sweet heart Dinner and Style Show shall be February 25. Brother Bill Liscomb who was ask to clean the carpet at door entry at the Sisters Convent reported carpet is beyond repair. Brother Jerry Kaelin surveyed the Convent repair needs and made a report. Brother Larry Baker made the motion that our membership avail themselves and talent to complete the needed work as outlined by Brother Jerry. Seconded by Brother Jim Signorello – motion carried.

March 9, 1982 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – The Grand Knight announced officially our chance in name to “Father Ben Powers Council 1315” has been approved by the Supreme Council. The meeting floor turned over to Brother Ray Grudzielanek for committee reports: ‘ Program Director Ray Grudzielanek reviewed the demands which will be placed upon us for the State Convention. Family Activity Chairman Brother Shelby Douglas: The Family of the Month for November, 1981 was Brother Grudzielanek. The Family of the Month for January , 1982 was Brother Jerry Kaelin. The Family of the Month for February, 1982 was Brother Larry Baker. Brother Jerry Kaelin, Chairman-of Convent remodeling advised everything is going well. Thus far our Council members have donated 67 hours of labor and talent. New Business: Brother C. A. Picciano brought to the floor the fact our Council does not have official By Laws. Brother Picciano presented a copy of other council BY Laws for our review. Brother Anthony Romano made a motion that the Council Officers review the By- Laws seconded by Brother Dale Jakel and motion carried. Grand Knight Burt Pinkstaff presented the tonic of our Council Banner. Appointed Brother Dale Jakel and Leroy Jansen to investigate a source of supply. Brother C. A. Picciano gave a detail report on the State Convention which was held in Louisville on Max 14, 15 and 16th. A very interesting and informative report.

March 13, 1982 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – The”’Grand Knight announced that Jim Signorello;–and Joe-Miller have been appointed to study under the directions of Brother John Lally to learn the duties of Financial Secretary – a position which Brother Lally has so honorably served for the past 42 Years. The floor turned over to Program Director Ray Grudzielanek for various committee reports: Council Activities Chairman Clifton Byrd announced we will have dinner and a social for man and wife on April 27, 1982. Also there will be a social and dinner for man and wife on May 21, 1982. The subject “Pro Life”.

April 13, 1982 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – The meeting floor was relinquished to Program Director Ray Grudzielanek for committees report: Convent Rehabilitation Program by Brother Jerry Kaelin. Thus far we have donated time and talent in 857 hours. Do not delay in giving of yourself to this worthy project – we need sour help to meet the deadline to finish. Exceptional Citizens Program report by Brother Walter Pudlow advised he and Brother John Lally,

Financial Secretary, visited 3 institutions and here listed are some of their needs.  We have

$1,346.10 available for this worthy purpose:

• Playground equipment required by the Lions Club.

• Playground equipment and braille equipment. braille equipment and typewriters and etc required by the Delafield School. Brother Walter Pudlow, Deputy Grand Knight, advised he checked;-with the county attorney and he advised that Bingo operated by the Knights of Columbus is not illegal. Brother McCormick added remarks on equipment we will require. Brother Jerry Kaelin offered ideas on manning, use of food and etc. A spirited discussion on Bingo and what the future holds for us. All in great agreement on the program.

May 11, 1982 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – Brother Clifton Byrd awarded the Family of the Month to the Byrd family. Brother C. A. Picciano reported on the planned agenda for the State Convention to be held on May 14, 15 and 16, 1982. Brother Ray Grudzielanek Program Director committees report: Brother Jerry Kaelin, Chairman of the Convent Program, reported the Convent is almost finished. Spent 1,450 man hours by the members of this Council, $7,200.00 total cost. Sincere thanks to all members by the Grand Knight. A beautiful, clean and modern convent now serve the Sisters. Brother Clifton Byrd, Chairman Council Activities reported a Pro Life banquet will be held on May 21, 1982. All invited to attend – a head count is desired to plan the menu so Please see Brother Clifton after the meeting to submit your name and etc. Brother Kaelin made a motion that we all take our wives to the Pro Life banquet, seconded and motion carried. Brother Larry Baker, Co-chairman of Pro Life reported on the Pro life meeting held on April 23, 1982. Advised charity donation of $449.00 each to the Delifield Elementary School, Bowling Green and Warren County Assistance for the retarded citizens and Lions Handicapped School. Brother Shelby Douglas reported on Preparation of equipment and financial aid to begin playing Bingo each Monday night in the St. Joseph Gym. Motion made, seconded and carried.

June 8,1982 meeting. Grand Knight Burton L. Pinkstaff presiding. – The Grand Knight read a letter of thanks and appreciation from the Sisters at the Convent. Floor to-Brother Ray Grudzalanek Program Director–for report from Committees: Bingo Chairman Brother Dale Jakel reported all equipment in place and advertising be formulated. Tentative Plan to start July 12. set up 5 or 6 key men to run night programs. Brother Walter Pudlow, Deputy Grand Knight presented copy of Kentucky Penal Code-#528.010 covering Bingo and also a letter of approval for use of the Hall.

July 13, 1982 meeting. Grand Knight Walter Pudlow presiding. – Grand Knight Pudlow advised a letter from the St. Joseph School Board was received expressing their appreciation for the job the Knights of Columbus did-on remodeling the convent at the St. Joseph- Convent. A letter was received and read by the Program Director from The Providence Home, Jasper, Indiana thanking our Council for Providing meal and rest Period for their retarded citizens on the way to Nashville as guest of the Nashville Knights of Columbus Council to visit Opry Land and etc. of entertainment. Brother Dale Jakel, Bingo chairman, reported on our first Bingo at Joseph gym on July 12, 1982. All went well – profit $650.00. Brother Aaron and Brother Robert from St. Mark’s explained the Fall Festival to be held at St. Marks in October and requested from our Council. They were assured we

would be there to help. Father O’Connor from Russelville spoke in appreciation of Bowling Green Knights of Columbus in helping Russelville start their new Knights of Columbus Council. Brother James Signorello was appointed to Chair our involvement in the City Christmas Parade. Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary will sponsor Halloween Party for the children of our Catholic community Friday October 29. Motion made, seconded and carried for our Council give financial aid to this worthy project.

December 14, 1982 meeting. Grand Knight Walter Pudlopresiding. – The Grand Knight reported he had sent a letter to Highland Council thanking them for all of their assistance in relation to various projects in our Council. The Grand Knight reported our Council was awarded the State Champion Award for increase in membership quota by 560 per cent. Great job – well done. Church Activity Committee Brother Norb Briewa gave a report of our Memorial Mass on November 25, 1982. The celebrant was Father Brad Whistle and names of deceased members were read. The Chairman gave his thanks and blessing to so many men and their wives who attended the ceremony.

February 8, 1982 meeting. Grand Knight Walter Pudlo presiding. – The Grand Knight read a thank you letter from Mr. R. Curl to our Council members for all of the work we did in the reconstruction of their home after their fire.

July 12, 1985 meeting. Grand Knight Walter Pudlo presiding. – The Grand Knight announced our 75th anniversary as a Council will be celebrated on Saturday, October 15, 1983 with a dinner and dance.

August 9, 1983 meeting. Grand Knight Jack Beeckler presiding. – The Grand Knight~ read a thank YOU letter from St. Joseph School Board thanking all of our members for their work done at the St. Joseph School. Chairman Jerry Kaelin reported also that the list of maintenance to be done has been completed. Brother Walter Pudlo – Trustee – As insurance agent for our Council report a new policy is available for children up to the age of 18 sears, Tootsie Roll Drive is scheduled for October 7, 8 & 9. Family Picnic is planned for August 21 at Beech Bend Park. Brother Ray Grudzielanek and Brother Tommy Herman reported the Holy Spirit Church land of 3.2 acres across Westen Avenue has been leased to the Council for the Purpose of building a Council Hall.

July 10, 1984 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight read a letter of thanks from the Providence Home at Jasper, Indiana for our annual lunch and hospitality shown to their members.

August 19, 1984 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Piccianopresiding. The Grand Knight announced the new Bv-Laws or the Council will be presented at the September meeting. Brother Jerry Kaelin, Building Committee Chairman, Presented plans for our new Council Hall. Lengthy discussion followed.

September 2, 1984 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight read the new By Laws for our Council . Motion made, seconded to adopt the new By Laws as submitted. Motion carried.

October 3, 1984 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight gave a “Kick Off” speech relating to our annual Tootsie Roll Drive. Ask all to participate. The Grand Knight lead a lengthy discussion in the Council on “keep Christ in Christmas” program. Emphasis placed on sign boards in the City of Bowling Green.

November 13, 1984 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Program Director reported “Keep Christ In Christmas” Program has been fully organized and everything is in good shape. Christmas Food Basket Committee Chairman Brother Jerry Kaelin made a motion the Council fund our Christmas Food Baskets for the needy. Seconded by Brother Shelby Douglas – motion passed.

December 11, 1984 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight announced our Council will sponsor the 2nd and 3rd Degree at St. Joseph Gym on March 24, 1985. The Grand Knight also announced our Council will participate in the service March 24, 1985 celebrating “Our Lady of Perpetual Help”. The Grand Knight announced our BY Laws have been approved by the Supreme Council. Christmas Food Baskets program for the needy is coming along very well. Chairman Jerry Kaelin ask for volunteers and to see him.

January 8, 1985 meeting . Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight thanked Brother Ken Sudholt for a fine job – well done for reporting our Council news to the State Knights of Columbus newspaper. Program Director report on current events: A recognition dinner honoring our Financial Secretary John Lally for his 42 ,years of service as our Financial Secretary will be on January 19, 1985. All Brother Knights and their wives are cordially invited along with the widows of our Council. There will be no charge for this event and additional information will come to ,YOU via the telephone committee. February 23 will be a Sweetheart Dinner and style show. March 24 2nd and 3rd Degree to be held at St. Joseph Gym. Brother Don Korte gave a report on Christmas Party. Brother Jerry Wallace gave a report on Right to Life. Don McCormick gave a report on the New Year dance.

February 12, 1985 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight entertained nomination for delegates to the State Convention. ~ Program Director report: Sweetheart dinner and style show on February 23. 2nd and 3rd Degrees at St. Joseph gym on March 24. Corporate Communion and Easter egg hunt for children March 31. Chaplain Father Tobin gave a talk on kindness in daily lives is created out of God’s kindness.

March 12. 1985 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight gave a talk on the State Convention which will be-held on March 17, March 18 and March 19. The Grand Knight made a motion to donate $100 to the Pro Life fund. Seconded and motion carried. Program Director report: Reminded all Brothers of the Corporate Communion at Holy Spirit Church 11:50

a. m. Mass and Easter egg hunt will follow for all children for both Parishes.

April 9, 1985 meeting. Deputy Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. Deputy Grand Knight Signorello thanked Brother Don McCormick Chairman, for the excellent job his committee did in sponsoring the 2nd and 3rd Degree and what an excellent dinner they served. The Program Director

reported the March 51 Corporate Communion and Easter egg hunt for the children went well.

June 4, 1985 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight announced Providence Home members to be our guest for lunch and rest at noon June 6, 1985. All arrangements have been chaired by Brother Don Mc Cormick. The Grand Knight called to the attention of all members present that no Council can endorse a political candidate.

Program Director report: Family of the Month awards were presented to Brother Tommy Herman, Brother Don Mc Cormick, Brother Jerry Wallace and Brother Jerry Frey. Chaplain Father Tobin spoke on the subject “Power of Faith”. This is Father Tobin last meeting as our Chaplain. He has been transferred to St. Meinrad Seminary. A fond farewell and sincere thanks

to him for his spiritual guidance to each of us and to our Council was spoken by the Grand Knight.

June 11, 1985 meeting. Grand Knight C. A. Picciano presiding. The Grand Knight presented citizenship award to the Top Students and a $1,000.00 check to St. Joseph School. The Bishops have asked Knights of Columbus, State wide, to sponsor Hot Line for assistance to unwed Mothers. State Officers have made a recommendation a Special Sunday collection to fund program. At the State Convention of the Knights of Columbus held in May our Council received the following awards presented to our Grand Knight: Pro Life Award e Family Participation Award Best Community Activity For 1984 Brother Don Korte received Family Award Brother Howard Brown received Church Award Brother Don Mc Cormick received Council Activity Award. The Council members extended their appreciation by a robust applause. Program Director report: 1. September Camp Out at Mammoth Cave for State. 2. Program Director has application and information for trip to Fatima. 3. Family Picnic on June 23 – Meal to start at 1:00 p. m. 4. Corporate Communion at St. Marks at 10:00 a. m. June 30, 1985.

July 9. 1985 meeting. Grand Knight Shelby Douglas presiding. Deputy Grand Knight conducted meeting and reported the following: Family Picnic was a great success – approximately 175 people in attendance. The Deputy Grand Knight thanked Brother Norm Staley, Brother Jerry Kaelin and Brother Dale Jakel for their fine Planning of this event. Father Philip Waters will become our new Chaplain.

Grand Knight Shelby Douglas;- August 13, 1985 meeting The Grand Knight report: Father Philip, Father Ben and Father Greg will share the duties of our Chaplain. Auditors Report by Brother C. A. Picciano reported on all accounts, everything correct and in balance. Brother Dale Jakel was praised for such a professional performance with the Bingo account and program. Program Director report: Brother Larry Baker informed the Council that our social for husband and wife will be held on August 27, 1985. More on this later. Brother Scooter Douglas reported a Mens Social will occur on September 24, 1985. Fall Festival will be August 24th – Please volunteer to help. Brother Ray Grudzielanek reported St. Mark’s Fall Festival will be October 5th, 1985 from 10;00 a. m. to 6:OO

P. M.

September 10, 1985 meeting. Grand Knight Shelby Douglas presiding. The Grand Knight advised our annual Tootsie Roll Program will be October 11th and 12th, 1985. Membership Chairman Brother Scooter Douglas advised a membership drive will kick off with a spaghetti dinner – we are

encourage to bring our friends as potential new members and also reinstate old members. Church Activities Chairman Brother Jack Beeckler reported to the Council of plans for Corporate Communion on September- 29th at 8:50 Mass at St. Joseph Church. Coffee and do nut-will be served after the Mass.

December 10, 1985 meeting. Grand Knight Shelby Douglas presiding. The Grand Knight reported help is desired to fill the Christmas Baskets for the needy on December 20 and help to pass them out on December 21, 1985. Program Director Report: Brother Don Korte thanked all who helped: to make the Christmas Parts such a great success. Brother Don Mc Cormick has arranged for tickets to the Western basketball game on January 25 – see Don if interested. The Council voted a contribution of $50.00 to Miss Michell Dales who is preparing to participate in the Miss National Teenage Pageant.

February 11, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Shelby Douglas presiding. The Grand Knight Report: The Grand Knight read a letter received from Mrs. Ida Mae Hayden of St. Vincent De Paul thanking the Knights of Columbus for the Christmas Basket Program for the needy. The Grand Knight ask all present to consider Chairing for the Knights Of Columbus Kentucky State Council Raffle – more on this later. Program Director Report: Corporate Communion will be held April 6, 1986 10:00 A.M. Mass at St. Mark’s. Brother Roger Downs reported St. Joseph Church is having a St. Patrick Day dinner and raffle. Motion made and approved that the Council purchase five tickets and any winning Proceeds be donated to St. Joseph Church.

April 8, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Shelby Douglas presiding. The Grand Knight thanked all who attended the Corporate Communion at St. Marks. Excellent attendance. Program Director Report: Brother Jerry Kaelin advised the Sweetheart Dinner will be April l9th at 7:00 P. m. at Holy Spirit Hall. –

May 13, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Shelby Douglas presiding. The Grand Knight urged all to get their raffle tickets in – Drawing will be on Saturday May 17, 1986. Sister Sheila thanked the Knight for their help with the dinner for the CCD teachers and staff. The Sweetheart Dinner was a great success. Thanks to all. Brother Larry Baker is finishing setting of fence at St. Mark’s and requested additional help.

June 10, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Shelby Douglas presiding. The Grand Knight- Report: The 2nd and 3rd Degree will be at Shepardville – please contact Brother Tommy Herman for details. The Grand Knight Presented Certificate of Appreciation to Brother Larry Baker for his work in the Pro Life Program. Brother Larry was also presented the Family of the Month Award. Brother Tommy Herman, Delegate to the State Convention gave a report on the activities which occurred. Brother Henry Keiffer asked for volunteers to assist at the Spring Festival at St. Joseph Church. The Holy Spirit Church Festival and St. Mark’s Festival are coming up – need workers – Please volunteer.

July 8, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. The Grand Knight report: The Grand Knight read a thank YOU letter from Father Philip, St. Mark’s, for our help in constructing the Fence at the Priory. The Grand Knight and Program Director will attend the Kentucky State Council

meeting. The Installation of Officers will take place Saturday, July 26, 1986 in the Holy Spirit Hall~after the 6:00 P.M. Mass. Dinner will follow. Prayers offered for Brother Tom Sweeney and Brother Joe Durbin.

August 12; 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. – The Grand Knight Report: The lady members of the Legion of Mary will inform our Council of the illness and death of members of Holy Spirit and St. Joseph Church. The Grand Knight announced the new Directors as follows: Program Director  Dale Jakel

Pro Life                       Norm Stales

Church                        Jerry Frey

Council                        Virgil Rakers

Family                         Steve Eichholz

Program Director Report: Brother Dale Jakel The Officers of our Council suggested a pledge of

$100.00 to the Pro Life Program. The pledge was approved by the membership. St. Mark’s Fall Festival was discussed – more on this later. The Program Director Brother Dale Jakel stated he will check with the Priest on the- organization of-“Unplanned Pregnancy” and report back to the Council. Brother C. A. Picciano reported our Council had an exceptional attendance to our Brother funeral of Thomas Sweeney. A prayer followed and may he rest in peace.

September 9, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. – The Grand Knight advised the members of the planned 1st Degree. Program Director Report by Brother Dale Jakel: Brother Tom Herman report on the Tootsie Roll Drive to be held week-end of October 10th. Volunteers needed. Sign up sheet available after the meeting. The Alter Boys picnic and outing was greatly enjoyed. Brother Dale Jakel made a motion. seconded by Brother C. A. Picciano and carried = To donate $1,000.00 to St. Joseph School. Father Philip Waters spoke on the theme of Evangelization and staying current on teaching of the Church. Father Philip encouraged all to attend the St. Mark’s Festival to be held on October 4.

October 14, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. – The Grand Knight report: St. Joseph P.T.A. requested a donation for “Monte Carlo” night. Brother Dale Jakel made motion and seconded by Brother~~Don Korte and carried to donate a – $25.00 Bond certificates. Program Director Dale Jakel report: The Family Picnic was well attended. Great Fun – thanks to all. A Rosary will be said after the 6:00 P. M. Mass at Holy Spirit Church on November 1, 1986. This will be said for all deceased members of our Council. A social in the Parish Hall will follow this ceremony. Family Of The Month Award was presented to Virgil Rakers family.

November 11, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. – Program Director Dale Jakel Report: Thanked everyone who participated for the good time had on the Hay Ride. Announced a skating party on November 16th at Greenwood Skating Rink. The annual Christmas Party planned for December 20th at Holy Spirit Parish Hall . Council will donate $250.00 to this program. Brother Jerry Kaelin reviewed plans to distribute the Christmas Food & Toys Baskets on December 19th and 20th, 1986. Brother Jerry made motion and seconded by Brother C. A. Picciano and motion carried to donate $3,000 to cover our cost of this worthy cause. Our Annual Tootsie Roll

Program netted $2,229.00 to be distributed to the local agencies.

December 9, 1986 meeting. Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. – The Grand Knight report The Father O’Conner Council in Owensboro sent a letter to our Council concerning the “March For Life” to be held in Washington, D. C. Those interested please contact the Grand Knight. Program Director Brother Dale Jakel report: November 16 skating Party was a great success – good turn out. Brother Jerry Frey reported on the Christmas Baskets for the needy on December 19 and 20, 1986. Volunteers needed. January 1? Western Basketball game – see Brother Mc Cormick for tickets. In February we are planning a Sweetheart Dinner is being planned. Motion made on various Charitable projects, seconded and approved as follows:

$250.00 donation to Unplanned Preganancy Center.

$100.00 donation to News Media “Keep Christ In Christmas Program.

850.00 donation to Rape Crisis Center.

Brother Jerry Kaelin, Building Committee update – Purchased land on Searcy Way where we will build our new Council Hall. Building Plans were reviewed. Grand Knight Jim Signorello January 15, 1987 meeting Joe Osterman name was submitted for membership. Was accepted by voice vote

– sponsored by Brother Shelby Douglas. Received thank YOU letter from the Rape Crisis Center. Program Director Dale Jakel report: Community Activity Chairman Brother C. AX Picciano reported a great success on Christmas Baskets for the needy and thanked all who worked on the program. Christmas Party report by Brother Don Korte that approximately 110 persons present – had a great time. Sweetheart Dinner and Fashion Show is scheduled for Saturday February 14. 1987.

February 10. 1987 meeting. Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. – The Grand Knight reported a letter of thank YOU has been received from all agencies where we donated our Tootsie Roll Program income. Pro Life Petition was received – asking all to sign. Program Director Dale Jakel Report: Brother Jerry Frey reports Sunday March 29, 1987 Corporate Communion will be a 8:50

A. M. Mass at St. Joseph Church with a pancake breakfast to follow in the St. Joseph School Gym. Brother Virgil Rakers advised the Sweetheart Dinner and Fashion Show with rib eye steak dinner at the Holy Spirit Parish Hall at 7:00 P.M. February 14, 1987.

March 10, 1987 meeting. Grand Knight Jim Signorello presiding. – The Grand Knight reported receiving a request from Morality in Media organization requesting a $50.00 donation. Brother Ken Sudholt made motion to donate the $50.00, seconded by Brother C~ A. Picciano motion carried. Program Director Dale Jakel report: Brother Steve Eichholz reports a Skating Party will be held from 2:00/7:00 $1.00 per Person at Greenwood Skating Rink. Refreshments and snack will be provided. Easter Egg hunt on Palm Sunday April 24, 1987 after 11:50 a.m. Mass at Holy Spirit Parish. Brother Ray Grudzielanek report the State Convention at Cave City on May 15, 16 and 17, 1987. Encouraged everyone to attend. Brother C. A. Picciano made motion our Council purchase 1/2 page ad in Convention Program at a cost of 860.00. Motion seconded by Brother Roger Downs, motion approved, The Program Director Dale Jakel reported on Ground Breaking Ceremonies for our new Council Hall held on March 29, 1987. The attendance was 120 with several State Officers in attendance. Motion made by Treasurer Brother Warren Finnegan to transfer funds as needed by

the Columbus Club account for construction of our new Council Hall. Motion seconded by Brother Ken Sudholt – Motion passed.

August 11, 1987 meeting. Grand Knight Kenneth Sudholt presiding. – The Grand Knight announced the Tootsie Roll Program will be held on October 2, 3 & 4th, 1987. Brother Virgil Rakers and Brother Walter Pudlo will Chair the event. The Grand Knight announced that we have received a letter from the Supreme Council officially appointing-Brother Jim Signorello as our Council Financial Secretary. The Grand Knight announced that Brother Ray Wilt and Brother Norm Staley will be Co-Chairman as Program Directors this year, Program Directors Report: Coming events: September 19 – Family Picnic October 2, b and 4th – Tootsie Roll Program October 10 – Golf Scramble at Hobson Grove ; October 24 – Chicken and Beer Social and Dance November 7 – Day at the Races November 21 – Dedication and Dinner of New Council Hall November 29 Corporate Communion and Blessing of New Hall by Bishop Mc Grath. December 13 – Christmas Party December 18 & 19 Christmas Baskets distribution to the needy December 31 New Years Eve Dance January 17 or 24 – Superbowl Parts February 13 – Sweetheart Dinner February ? – Retreat March 27

– Easter Egg Hunt April 9 – Golf Scramble April 23 – Fishing Trip

April ? – Trip to Opry~land for the Alter Boys May 7 – Derby Party

May 29 – Corporate Communion

World Series Tickets will be handled by Brother John Schnell and Brother Don Korte. Brother Jerry Frey was appointed as our new Bingo Chairman.

October 13, 1987 meeting.. Grand Knight Kenneth Sudholt presiding. – Brother Norm Staley reported our Tootsie Roll–Drive was a good success. Grand Knight Sudholt announced the fact Brother Norm Staley personally paid for the advertisement for this event as his personal contribution to the cause. The Grand Knight announced the names of the planning committee for the dedication of our New Council Hall. They are Brothers Norm Staley, Ray Grudzielanek, Dale Jakel, and Hank Hartz. Program Director Dale Jakel report: Brother Jakel reported the family picnic was a big success. Thanked Brothers Don Korte and Jerry Kaelin for organizing the children games. Thanks to Brothers Don McCormick, Virgil Rakers and Steve Eichholz for their cooking abilities also thanks to all other Brothers who helped to made this event so successful. Details of Day at the Races announced. We will have a Mass in honor of Father Ben Powers and Corporate Communion on November 29 at the 9:30 Mass. Brother Dale Jakel reported Plans are underway for our Annual Christmas Baskets for the needy program. Father Thomas O’Connor was the guest speaker. He spoke of our commitment of serving others.

February 15, 1992 Address by Ray Grudzielanek, Columbus Club President

Reverend Fathers, State Officers, Worthy Grand Knight, Brother Knights, and ladies. My topic is a brief history of Council 1315. The Council was chartered April 26, 1908. Meetings were held above the George T. Massey Grocery Store located in the 100 block of Main Street.

In the 1930’s meetings were held on the 2nd floor above the Martin DeVries Grocery Store.

In the early 1940’s the Council purchased the old Ray Price Building and part of the building was destroyed by fire.

The Council then purchased an old chicken hatchery. A two-story building at 932 Center Street. The membership spent many hours cleaning and renovating the new Council home.

In 1952 the Council formed the Columbus Club and elected Joe Durbin the first president. Tommy Diemer was the second president of the Columbus Club. In 1974 the loan on the building was paid and a mortage burning party was held.

Ray Grudzielanek was elected president of the Columbus Club following Tommy Diemer.

The building on Center Street was found to be structurely unsound, and the membership voted to sell the building in 1977 for $18,000.

Membership meetings and social activities were then held at St. Joseph and Holy Spirit church facitlities.

The membership voted to have bingo as a fund raising activity. Bingo became a way of life on July 12th, 1982 at St. Joseph gumnasium under the leadership of Dale Jakel, with various committees and many volunteers. Income from bingo was building a sizeable bank account and the membership was eagerly looking for a new Council home.

At the November 11, 1986 meeting, the membership voted to purchase Lot 32 on Search Way. On January 13, 1987 the membership approved the construction of this facility.

A building committee was appointed, with Jerry Kaelin, Chairman. Dale Jakel, Mark Kreyembuhl, Burt Pinkstaff and Jim Signorello.

On March 10, 1987 the membership approved a loan of $100,000. Ground breaking ceremonies were held on Sunday April 26, 1987.

The building commmittee obtained approval to open the building for occupancy and under the leadership of Jerry Frey, the first bingo was held Labor Day, September 7, 1987 with 371 bingo players in attendance.

On September 13th 1988 the membership voted to purchase the adjoining lot for $20,000.

Tonight, less than 5 years from the ground breaking ceremonies, we are celebrating with a mortage burning ceremony.

Fraternally,

Ray Grudzielanek Columbus Club President