May,  2007

$100 for 100 years Help us remember the centennial in a special way. Donate $100 to the endowment fund in your family name.   Purchase a $100 paver to be placed in the park.  Donate $100 for current maintenance, repairs & upkeep.   Donate $100 for future projects.   (see form below)

We would like to extend our sympathies to the families of the following people who were residents or former residents of Franklin and passed away this past month.   We value the importance of all our residents (past and present).   In memory of: Katherine (Strukel) Girard,  Donald E. Cukjati, Margaret Buncia Morris, Doris Walker, Elmer 'Bud' C. Fields and Margaret L. Carpenter.   

WHERE, OH WHERE, IS MY MASTER NOW?

After the May 4th tornado in Franklin , many could not return home.  Three of these were pets Sassy, her pup Misty, and Mary (new names.)  These displaced pets were never claimed.  Miss Pat Marquardt made a home in her heart and her life for these pets.  Pat passed away this past week again leaving the trio homeless.  An attempt again is being made to contact the original owners. Sassy is a benji type dog,  pup is white and appears to be part lab, and Mary is a black terrier/cocker mix.  These dogs have had great care.  All are spayed, have had shots, groomed etc. Now they are hoping that their master will have a new place and will be able to take them back home.  If this isn’t a possibility, they are hoping for a new home like Pat gave them. If these might be one of your pets or if you would like to adopt Sassy, Misty, or Mary, please call 231-2233. Pictures of these pets can be seen on the Franklin Web page.   Mary Kay Caldwell,  SEK Humane Society

FUNERAL DINNERS  (Marion Kobak 620-347-8444)

Please remember that the community center is available for funeral dinners at no charge to the family.  FCCI will provide meals for funeral dinners for Franklin residents AND former Franklin residents.  Families are responsible for paying for meat for the dinner but side dishes and beverages will be prepared and served by residents of the community.  

ACTIVITIES FOR THE MONTH:  We have had a successful month with the Bargain Bazaar, Lifelong Friends, Fund Raisers, Work Days and other activities. Thanks to the Bogatay family for allowing us to sell food at their auction. This was a nice fund raiser for the community. Thanks to all those who helped make all of our events a success.   A special thanks to all those who gave of their time for work days and other projects.

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A new endowment fund has been set up for Frank H. Ales.    Thanks to donations in memory of Fred H. Goodhart the new community center now has high chairs and seating designed to hold baby carriers.    Thanks to donations in memory of John Seglie and John Houck we are able to begin construction on the glass case which will house our Veterans’ mementos.  Remember once an endowment fund is established donations of any amount can be made in memory of a special date (birthday, anniversary,etc.)

Thanks to Ronnie Talbott in memory of Leichen & Sullivan families and other miscellaneous donations.  We are truly grateful for each and every donation and are blessed to have such wonderful residents and “friends”.  All donation (large and small) help keep Franklin a strong community.    All donations go directly toward projects that benefit Franklin and the surrounding area.  No directors receive any payment for work they do.   

While the community center debt has been retired there are still many ongoing day to day expenses and we want to continue the programs that benefit everyone.   Insurance, maintenance, utilities, lawn care, park maintenance, historical preservation, kitchen supplies, hall supplies, etc. are just a few of the ongoing expenses that we continue to incur.  In many instances volunteers continue to use their own equipment, gas, office supplies, etc. to keep the community activities going.  We would like to reach a point where the community is self sufficient and we only need to depend on volunteers for labor.    

HISTORIC SIDEWALK

Thanks to those who are cleaning their “Historic Sidewalk”.  Hopefully we can one day have the entire 2 miles stretch cleaned so all will have a safe place to walk.    As we continue to hold work days we plan to continue clearing the sidewalk as we know that not everyone is able to do this difficult task.   If you are cleaning your sidewalk please consider helping your neighbor who may not be able to do this job. 

COMMUNITY CLEAN UP

We hope everyone will join in the spirit of the festival and clean up their yards and area so we can all be proud of our community.  We will be hosting many out of town visitors.  Much media coverage is also expected.

 

COMMUNITY CENTER  (Dianna Morrison 620-347-8807 or 620-249-2948)

Call for rental information.   We constantly receive compliments on the beauty of the facility as well as it being “user friendly”. 

 

“CENTENNIAL”

     June 23-24, 2007       (Phyllis Bitner, 620-347-8387)

Be sure to tell all your friends about this spectacular weekend.  There will be something for everyone. 

Crawford County Showcase:  See what Crawford County has to offer.  Stop and say thanks to those organizations who have been so helpful in the rebuilding of Franklin!

Car Show: Lots of cars and good times!

Dance Contest:  A fun event!  Nothing serious!  Come out and show your dance moves.

Reunion Tent:  A great place to visit with old friends.  You’ll want to spend lots of time here.

Polka Party:  Free polka dance by Johnnie Zibert.   Sunday Afternoon.
Celebrity/Silent Auction:  Over 100 autographed and other donated items.  Find a great gift or buy something for yourself. 

Baby Contest:  Do you have the cutest baby of the century?

Motorcycle Show:  Spend the afternoon browsing these unique vehicles.

Kids Fest:  Free for the kids. Spend the day playing games and winning prizes.

Historic Performance:  Learn about the Amazon Army and the local mining industry. 

Church Services:  In the Park and in the Community Center
Bocce Tournament:  Good old fashioned fun!

Horseshoe Tournament:   Come out and test your skills
Bingo:  Spend the afternoon in the bingo tent.

Veterans:  A tent saluting our veterans will be in place all week-end with a special program at 11 am Sunday.
Art/Coloring Contest:  Have the kids enter and show off their talent.  NE High School Students will have their art on display.

Bicycle Decorated Contest:  Bring your decorated bike and be judged as the best.

Patriotic Pet Photo Contest: Entry deadline June 15.  Take a photo of your pet dressed in his or her patriotic best and send it in.  Voting by Great Plains Search Dog Team that came to Franklin after the tornado.  See website for further details or call 620-347-4747.

Why I Love America Essay Contest:  Entry deadline June 15.  Send in your essay (250 words or less). Judging by local veterans.  See website for further details or call 620-249-9333.

Raffle Drawing: $1,000 first prize, $500 second prize,  $250 third prize,  $100 4^th prize, huge assortment of other prizes (winner need not be present for top 4 cash prizes)

Photographer:  Available all week-end for family photos at a great price. 

Sales/Info Booth:   Information about the entire week-end schedule.  Purchase your Franklin and Centennial collectibles such as hat pins, Christmas ornaments, cookbooks, calendars, tapestry throws, bags, patches and much more.

Child Safety Program/Great Plains Rescue Team:  The team will present a program that will be invaluable to children.  They will also bring their canine friends.

Ident-A-Kid:  Crawford County Sheriff’s Department will provide this valuable program. Bring your kids by to sign them up.

A Visit with Will Rogers:  Pull up a chair and take part in this humorous and interesting program presented by Doug Watson portraying Will Rogers.  Brought to you by the Kansas Humanities Council. 

Vendors:   Lots of unique vendors – food, antiques, arts, crafts, collectibles.  You won’t go away hungry and you’re sure to find a unique item or two.  

Lots of surprises throughout the week-end.  Everyone of any age will enjoy this week-end.   Be sure to make plans to attend and tell your friends.  We have heard from many early residents who plan to make the trip back for this celebration. 

CENTENNIAL SPONSORSHIP:  Local businesses continue to be very supportive of the community as we have obtained many sponsors for the centennial celebration.  Please support these sponsors as they are instrumental in making the centennial celebration possible.   

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Check the areas in which you are able to volunteer your time or talent and return with your water bill or send to FCCI.  

_______  Help serve at Funeral Dinners _______  Prepare food for Funeral Dinners _______  Help with maintenance/upkeep of community facilities _______  Cut grass _______  Clean Historic Sidewalk I am unable to help but would like to donate $________

Centennial  (June 23-24) We need lots of help throughout the week-end. Please help if possible ________  Help week prior to centennial   ________  Work 2-3 hour session   ________   Help in any way I am needed

I’m sending $100 in honor of my family for the centennial to:   (circle one)

 

Endowment Fund             Paver for Park           Current maintenance, repairs & upkeep          Future projects

 

FAMILY NAME:  ____________________________________

 

Name:  ______________________________________________________________________________________

Address:  ____________________________________________________________________________________

Phone:  _______________________  Cell Phone: ____________________  E-mail: ________________________

FCCI DIRECTORS:

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Newsletter Editor: Phyllis Bitner
 620-249-9333

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