Campbell House Bans All CSA Flags

With the closing of the Springs Inn, a number of heritage groups have had a rude shock as they scheduled meetings at the Campbell House nearby the Springs. First to find out was the Civil War Round Table. At their first meeting at the Campbell House last month they were forced to take down their Battle Flag, despite the fact it flies together with the U.S. flag and the obvious historical nature of the CWRT. CWRT members were outraged, and many have made a call for their meetings to be held elsewhere.

Next up was the Morgan’s Men Association, which had been planning to headquarter its 2008 meeting at the Campbell House. After the CWRT incident, the MMA contacted the Campbell House and found out that not even Gen. Morgan’s 1st National 13-star “Kentucky” flag would be allowed by the bigoted management at the Campbell House.

The Campbell House had been an institution in Lexington for generations, a part of the fabric of our community and history, but now as a property of the Crowne Plaza chain, it has become a corporate instrument of bigotry and historical ignorance. We can only advise Southerners and folks of good will avoid patronizing the establishment.

Emotional Night as Lee Reminisces

The room was full at our January Lee-Jackson-Breckinridge Dinner, and the anticipation for the evening was high - the terrible thunderstorms could not dampen the spirits of those who came. After we had placed our dinner orders and settled into conversations, our guest speaker quietly arrived. Though not "in character" yet, upon seeing the image of Lee arrive all conversations stopped and everyone rose quietly in respect. It was a small precursor for the evening.

David Chaltas has tirelessly presented Robert E. Lee, servant of Christ, family and the South, for a number of years. No one is able to present Marse Robert with more humility and respect. It is always a special occasion when this living history is performed because it remains so special to David. This evening had an even more poignant significance, though, as David's closest and dearest supporter had recently passed, and it was only the day before that David had laid his brother to rest. David told us that he was doing what his brother would have wanted; to bring Lee to his compatriots.

Few words can portray what happens when a room filled with expectancy witnesses the closest we will know on this mortal coil of the great general. Bringing truth to the phrase "living" history, we saw the passion, devotion and humor of Lee in person, untethered, untainted.

We were regaled with stories of Lee's decision to defend his country, Virginia, his indominatable sweetheart, his dear children, his military successes and struggles. After the magical presentation ended, folks lingered long to converse with each other and visit with the general. It was truly an evening of remembrance and fellowship.

In addition to his other talents, David is a prolific author. To find out more, visit http://stores.lulu.com/davidchaltas

DiLorenzo Speaking in Atlanta on Jan. 19

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January 02, 2008

DiLorenzo Speaking in Atlanta on Jan. 19

Posted by Thomas DiLorenzo at January 2, 2008 06:57 PM

I'll be the keynote speaker at the 2008 North Georgia Lee-Jackson dinner, held at the Marietta, Ga. Country Club, on Saturday, Jan. 19. Cocktal hour is 6 PM. The public is invited and there is a modest entrance fee. The contact person is Martin O'Toole (MKOT@aol.com).

Oh yeah -- my topic is Why the Enemies of Liberty Love Lincoln.

February Meeting on the 21st

February Meeting: Thursday February 21st (moved to the 3rd Thursday because of Valentines), we have tentatively arranged for renowned and prolific military historian Edward M. (Mac) Coffman to speak for us at Columbia’s, 6:00 pm as usual

Jefferson Davis Bicentennial

June 3rd, 2008 will be the 200th birthday of our President, Kentuckian Jefferson F. Davis. A large event will be held in Fairview, his birthplace, next June and our camp should plan on maximum attendance for this momentous occasion. Davis’ Kentucky connections are extensive (much more so than that other WBTS president). Davis lived in Lexington for three years (1821-1824) while a student at Transylvania. The building at the corner of Limestone & High Streets still stands; for many years it housed an establishment called the Jefferson Davis Inn, and is still commonly known by that reference. Davis married a Kentuckian, the daughter of Zachary Taylor, Sarah Knox. In 1886, Davis returned to Kentucky to present the site of the cabin in which he was born to the Bethel Baptist Church. That church still exists, and houses a communion service set given by Davis. This will be the site of our Kentucky Division meeting in 2008. At that time, Davis made the following poignant statement:

"Kentucky, my own, my native land. God grant that peace and plenty may ever run throughout your borders. God grant that your sons and daughters may ever rise to illustrate the fame of their dead fathers and that wherever the name of Kentucky is mentioned, every hand shall be lifted and every head bowed for all that is grand, all that is glorious, all that is virtuous, all that is honorable and manly."

The state of Kentucky is planning to do very, very little to commemorate the bicentennial of the birth of this great native son (while spending millions to let the world know that Lincoln was born here). It is incumbent upon us to right this wrong and make sure that Jefferson Davis is truly and properly remembered by his “native land”. Contact your state legislators and the governor now, demanding that Jefferson F. Davis be honored by Kentucky. To find out how to contact your legislator, go to www.lrc.ky.gov

Special Speaker for Lee-Jackson-Breckinridge Dinner

Robert E. Lee will be our special guest for this special occasion (well, actually renowned living historian David Chaltas). You do not want to miss honoring such great men, Thursday January 10th, 6:00 p.m. at Columbia's on N. Limestone. Invite someone to join you! No reservations required.

Dues

Dues are due on August 1st of each year, and if not paid by November 1st, members are dropped from the rolls at headquarters (and it costs $5 reinstatement above the dues to get back on at that point). Our camp was able to retain 100% of our membership last year. Help us do that again by mailing your dues if you haven’t already to Adjutant Bazz Childress, 704 Pinnacle Ct., Lexington, KY 40515. Dues are a total of national ($20), division ($10) and camp ($5) for a total of $35. If you haven’t paid them by now, you’ll also need the $5 reinstatement fee.

No December Meeting

We won't be getting together with the ladies of the UDC this year, so it was decided to take December off. Merry Christmas!