In this fiftieth anniversary year for OJHS, I consider it a privilege to have been asked to fulfill the second half of the current term of President. I have been fortunate to have watched the last three Presidents in action since joining the society. Each brought to the office a unique agenda, ideas, and personality. Among other accomplishments, I watched Connie Isbell as she brought professionalism to our displays, especially our awesome military room. Jeff Eversman, a true historian, created our early pioneer room from what was before a rather unorganized office/storage area. His knowledge of history was always on the tip of his tongue and he shared it beautifully with us. Debbie Eversman met every challenge with such grace as we had a very successful 2012 for the society.

I am eager to celebrate fifty years of keeping history alive in Oregon and Jerusalem Township. The trustees are planning right now and may call upon YOU to help us in new ways this anniversary year. As in any volunteer organization, each and every member is so important and my first privilege as President is to say, "Thank You."