The 215th Anniversary Commemoration of the Hamilton-Burr Duel

On Thursday July 11, 2019, the Society will gather at the Hamilton Memorial overlooking the Weehawken Dueling Grounds to commemorate the 215th anniversary of the fatal duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton. This year’s program features Richard Porter, 2nd Vice President & Historian of the St. Andrews Society of the State of New York, who will share about the first monument erected on the site, placed there in 1806 by the St. Andrew’s Society. The St. Andrews Society in New York included both Alexander Hamilton and Dr. David Hosack among its early members. Following is the link to the AHA website celebratehamilton.com

The gathering will be followed by a keynote speech at the Elks Club on Dr. David Hosack, the doctor in attendance at the Hamilton-Burr Duel. Following is the link to a video preview of the talk by author, Victoria Johnson.

https://www.facebook.com/TheAHASociety/videos/1359474417524333/

These events are presented by the Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society, the City of Weehawken, the Weehawken Historical Commission, the St. Andrews Society, and AmericanEden.org.

Below is the New York Times 1903 article about the original monument on the site.

The 2018 - 2019 edition of the Pibroch is available online.

Willow Wood Trapshooting Event Report

by Don Whamond Jr.

May 18th was a magnificent day and a great day for trap shooting. We had enough for 2 squads with about an equal number of experienced and first-time shooters. How perfect is that?!

We started the day with coffee and donuts along with a training session by Willow Wood’s Chairman of the Ranger Safety Officers, Joe Longo. Everyone was anxious to get going so we went straight to “the line.” I’m happy to report that all improved greatly as the day progressed.

Around noon we broke for lunch - six-foot Italian wedge, a platter of hot onions and sausage dish, sliced bread and Caesar salad. All my favorites which everyone loved. (So far I’m 2 for 2.) During lunch we gave everyone Baseball Caps and Hats embroidered with the “Presidents Cup” logo from the recent golf event between the US and Europe, very impressive. We also gave out Red Noses to wear with our group photo. They were too bulky to wear while shooting.

Joy Goudie won the Tartan Award for wearing her clan kilt. The prize will always be remembered for being the worst - a coffee travel mug! I still have 5 (OMG). We ended the day with cigars and single malt enjoyed by 5 of us including a woman guest who shall remain nameless.

Once again, a fabulous outing which all of our members should try. You’ll love it! 

A special thank you goes to Francis Goudie, Joy Goudie, Michael Deangelis, Mary Noble, James Noble, Ben Noble, James K. Noble, Fred Margron, Don Whamond III, Mark Goebel and Alex Goebel for joining me at Willow Wood and making it a memorable day. For more photos of this event and other events, follow this link to our

Event Gallery.

And don't forget to SAVE THE DATE for the next Willow Wood event on October 5th.

GIVE THE GIFT OF MEMBERSHIP TO THE GRADUATE IN YOUR FAMILY

As a member of Saint Andrew's Society, the oldest charity in the State of New York, you have a unique opportunity to bestow membership on a family member of Scottish birth or lineal descent.

The gift of membership package includes the application fee and the first year of dues. For gifts to those from ages 18-34 or over 65 the total cost is $95 per person and for those from ages 35-64 it is $130 per person. Each new member will receive a welcome letter from the Society President, a member certificate (suitable for framing), the Society rosette pin, and numerous member benefits throughout the year.

Follow this link for the streamlined Gift of Membership application for your sibling, child, grandchild or parent. If the gift is for a spouse or a friend, please contact the office at 212-223-4248 or email office@standrewsny.org for the customary application.

NY LIFESTYLES FEATURES THE SOCIETY
New York Lifestyles Magazine Feb 2019 Issue to see the article.

SCHOLARSHIP GRANTS INCREASED

We are pleased to announce that Saint Andrew’s Society of the State of New York (SAS) is raising the amount of its scholarship grants from $30,000 USD to $35,000 USD and is adding a third scholarship to support graduate study in Scotland.

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