July 2015
THE CORNWALL HISTORICAL SOCIETY NEWSLETTER
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Summer is in full swing and so is the Cornwall Historical Society. Spring ended with a very
enjoyable and successful Annual Dinner held on April 18th at the Trestle Restaurant, honoring the
150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War. The proceeds went to our William E. Fulton
Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Our plans for Independence Day include a float in the parade and a booth on Town Hall
grounds. I’ll be driving my red 1966 Ford Mustang convertible. So look for it and our hippie
student interns as our flower children. Our theme will be “Back to the Future”.
Set up begins at 9 AM. Man the booth, we could use your help, join the festivities and excitement
of the 4th of July in Cornwall! E-mail us with your availability () and renew old friendships and
make new ones.
The more the merrier!!
Thank you for your support, Bob Schwarzler
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WILLIAM E. FULTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
ALISON PELLECCHIA
PEEPELLECCHIA
The title of Ali’s essay for the William E. Fulton Memorial Scholarship
Award is “Past, Present and Future: Sands Ring Homestead”.
In her essay Ali presents us with The Homestead’s history and her
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memories of visiting the building on Main Street while in grammar school,
and her concerns for its future.
CATHERINE SCHWARZLER
Catherine’s essay discuses The Cornwall on Hudson Elementary
School. She mentions some of her memories while attending the
school, its history, the fact that she lives so close, how her love of
music began there and her hope for its future.
July 2015
CHS INTERN DESIGNS LOGO FOR JULY 4TH
PROGRAMS AND SHIRTS
Lois Lee, a very talented artist
from Cornwall Central High
School’s senior class was
asked to design a logo for July
4, 2015 by the
INDEPENDENCE DAY
Committee.
She has been an intern at the
museum of CHS for the past
two years and is the student
representative on the board of
trustees.
Lois’s design will be used on
the program and on the
fundraising tee shirt….
Be sure to get yours before
they sell out!
THANK YOU
Each year the Cornwall Historical Society awards scholarships to graduating seniors of Cornwall
Central High School. The award at this time stands at $250.00, we award 2 each year.
With our member’s generosity and active fund raising we hope to increase that amount.
Ali and Catherine’s entire essays are on display at the Museum, come visit!
A special thank you to the following members for donating to the scholarship fund:
Louis Boselli
Chris Diaz
Gail Cocks
Ken Cashman
Lucy Swift
Please think of the William E. Fulton Memorial Scholarship when planning your yearly giving.
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July 2015
CORNWALL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
ANNUAL DINNER
APRIL 18, 2015
Lynn & Lana Beesecker
Kerry & Renita McGuiness
Bob & Susan
Tris & Susanne Laurian,
Kathleen Christensen,
Colette Fulton, Loretta
Fanning, Pat Rovello,
Dean Satterly, Jeanne
Maroney
Middle table
Anne Keegan, Meg & Bob
Schwarzler, Mary Beth
Greene, Ginny & Charlie
Tonnson, Jay & Betty Ziegler,
Dan & Louise Lucia
Ann & Steve
Johnson, Gail &
Butch Cocks, Chris
Diaz, Susan Kamlet
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July 2015
MUSEUM COMMITTEE
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
The Museum at Town Hall is a hive of activity.
The Museum Committee members:
Each year the Cornwall Historical Society
awards scholarships to graduating seniors from
Cornwall Central High School. The award at
this time stands at $250.00 each, we award 2
each year. With our members’ generosity and
active fund raising we hope to increase that
amount in the future.
*Manage the CHS Facebook page
*Create and implement the exhibits at the
Cornwall Public Library
*Receive and catalog donations
*Plan and publicize society events including,
membership meetings, Annual Dinner, Fourth
of July, Fall Festival and The Wine and Cheese
*Organize and manage student interns
*Evaluate scholarship applications
*Coordinate the book club
*Manage the web site
Ali and Catherine’s essays are on display at the
Museum, come visit.
Please think of the William E. Fulton Memorial
Scholarship when planning your yearly giving.
CHS Website
Take a look at our new additions to the CHS
website:
cornwallhistoricalsocietymuseumny.com
Our amazing site was set up and is maintained
by Renita McGuiness
We’re always looking for volunteers to assist in
any of the activities, which may be of interest
to you. Come, join us, we have a really good
time.
HELP WANTED!!!
Members we need your help.
The Cornwall Historical Society is
growing. We would love for you to
become involved in your organization.
Think about volunteering, you would
enjoy getting involved in your
organization.
Positions opening up soon…
Elections in October
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845 458-5389
A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM
Our second Historical Society Book Club met
on May 13. “Dragonfly in Amber” of the
Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon was
discussed.
Gabaldon’s books follow no specific genre.
They have been described by Salon Magazine
as “The smartest historical sci-fi, adventureromance story ever written by a science Ph.D.
with a background in scripting ”Scrooge
McDuck” comics.
The group really enjoyed the STARZ mini
series “Outlander” and has decided to continue
Claire and Jamie’s saga by reading Book 3 –
“Voyager”
Come join us for a spirited discussion, tea and
biscuits on Wednesday July 29, 7 PM in our
museum at Town Hall. RSVP 845 458-5389,
leave a message. Space is limited.
July 2015
VetERAN’S
Committee
The following veterans have been added to the
Wall of Honor since January 2015.
A/C John J. Gilardo
SP4 Lester G. Smith
Chaplain Kenneth Sampson
Sgt. Patrick Pacenza
Circa 1866, the Irving Faurot house
was added to the historic building
map. The plaque will be installed at
the convenience of the family.
SP4 Douglas Cooper
Anyone interested in the Wall of Honor can get
the application on line at
cornwallhistoricalsocietymuseumny.com,
at the Cornwall Public Library or stop by the
museum located in the Town Hall, 1st floor.
HELP! HELP! HELP!
July 4th Join the fun at the table
Meet the interns, man the booth for an hour
or two.
Can we count on you???
30th Anniversary Bandstand Rededication
Concert
The Centennial Bandstand in the Village, built in 1985 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of
the incorporation of the Village was recently graced with a much needed new floor and other
renovations for the 30th year of it existence. The ceremony was held Sunday, June 14, Flag Day,
with over 100 people in attendance. The day was clear and beautiful. Pastor Tricia Callahan from
the Cornwall Presbyterian Church gave the Invocation and three grade school children led us in
the Pledge of Allegiance. Ken Cashman sang The National Anthem in perfect voice followed by
recognition of dignitaries by Master of Ceremonies, Kenneth Schmidt and remarks by Village
Mayor Brendan Coyne. Colette Fulton, Village Historian and Vice President of the Cornwall
Historical Society gave some brief comments on history of the Bandstand and Nancy Bryan,
Chaplain of Storm King Engine Co. # 2 offered the Benediction.
Gregory Phillips of the Cornwall String Ensemble announced the music for the concert and
introduced the performers, members also of the Newburgh Symphony. They played an eclectic
mix of music for an appreciative audience. A glass bowl with a likeness of the bandstand painted
on it by Mary Donahue was given to Joe Gill of the Cornwall Local in a raffle at the end of the
program. Jones Farm donated the cookies, iced tea and lemonade served at the reception at the
Storm King Engine House. Funds are still being accepted by the Restoration Committee to help
pay for a new flagpole and kiosk that can be sent to the Village under the committee’s name.
Concerts are held every Tues. evening at 7:00 PM and are free to the public. Performances will be
posted in the kiosk.
Colette Fulton
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July 2015
SAVE THE DATE: WINE & CHEESE EVENT NOVEMBER 1, 2015
With the co-operation of the
Storm King Engine Company # 2
this years Wine and Cheese
Event will present
We are looking for old
photos of the 3 fire
company buildings, trucks
or members for display.
“The History of the Three
Original Fire Companies of
Cornwall on Hudson”
Can we scan & use yours?
845 458-5389
They include
or
Storm King Engine Co. # 2,
chsmuseum@hotmail.com
Org. 1868
Cornwall Landing Hose,
Org. 1895
Mountain Hose Co. # 1
We are excited about this project and look forward to your support!
More information will be sent closer to the date.
Org. 1905
CORNWALL HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO Box 393
Cornwall on Hudson, NY 12520
845 458-5389
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