Marty Walker
South visitors: Trish Blair
Metro visitors: Joy Rushing and Dave Holtgraewe
Shoes for Orphan
Souls: Trevor McIntyre let us know that the deadline for Shoes for Orphan Souls is rapidly approaching. The shoe drive runs through April 2005.
Check out our SOS web page for a graphical representation of our progress to date. If anyone is interested in making a financial donation to the shoe drive, checks should be made out to “Shoes for Orphan Souls.”
Remember:
- Shoe drive runs through April, 2005;
- Shoes should be tied together;
- No need to dontate the shoebox (recycle it!)
- Donations can be made in the following ways:
- New, sturdy, sensible shoes for 1-18 yrs.
- Cash or checks (made out to "Shoes for Orphan Souls")
Committee Chair: Trevor McIntyre, 882-6675.
HISTORY MOMENT
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TOLERANCE OF DIFFERENCES
Occasionally there is a temptation to criticize the laws, customs and traditions of another country which may seem strange or contrary to our own. In some instances illegal practices or customs of one nation are completely lawful and acceptable in another.
As members of an international organization dedicated to world understanding and peace, it behooves Rotarians to exercise restraint in judging our Rotary friends and citizens from other countries when their behavior seems unusual to us. A Rotary policy has existed for more than half a century relating to this dilemma of international relationships.
The statement, adopted in 1933, says that because it is recognized that some activities and local customs may be legal and customary in some countries and not in others, Rotarians should be guided by this admonition of tolerance:
"Rotarians in all countries should recognize these facts and there should be a thoughtful avoidance of criticism of the laws and customs of one country by the Rotarians of another country." The policy also cautions against "any effort on the part of Rotarians of one country to interfere with the laws or customs of another country."
As we strive to strengthen the bonds of understanding, goodwill and friendship, these policies still provide good advice and guidance.
NEED A RIDE TO ROTARY?
The Hospitality Committee prepares get-well cards for members who are ill and can set up rides for members who can't otherwise get to meetings. Please notify Gena Scott by email at scottgl@missouri.edu, by phone at 882-6371 (work) or 442-1865 (home).
Dwayne Carey gave an update on the Boone County Sheriff’s Department from his view as the newly sworn-in Sheriff. Carey is no
stranger to the Sheriff’s department. He’s served the county for 15 years. The transition from former sheriff Ted Boehm’s administration to Carey’s went smoothly.
Carey’s campaign slogan “enhancing what we have in place” will guide his administrative decisions. Force specialties like child enticement, school resource officers, SWAT teams and K9 unite will continue.
Future plans include fitness and psychological testing; increased community involvement; traffic unit similar to City of Columbia; Explorer program to introduce young people to Boone County law enforcement.
For more information about the Boone County Sheriff’s Department, check out their website at http://www.showmeboone.com/SHERIFF/.
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