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In this issue:

Members whom attended the September ’17 meeting may remember that a person from

Davenport Motor Co. told us about the 2014 GT Premium convertible they had on a consignment sale and that he had brought to the meeting. The exceptional facet of it was it had less than 5,000 original miles. That, plus the fact it was Ruby Red, my color of choice, really got my interest. The back story is sad in that the owner has terminal cancer and needed to sell the car. Internet searches show that Ruby Red 2014 GT convertibles are rare and those that are available, regardless of color, have nearly as many

miles as my ’07 had.

After the meeting I previewed the car and made an appointment with him for a better look the following day. Short story is I looked, drove, and bought. It’s a 5.0 automatic; perfect for cruising. It’s also the final year of the S197 platform, and 2014 was the 50th year of Mustang production, the first year being 1964 with those cars begining production in February 1964 for the April 17th debut. The later S197’s had more standard equipment and better interiors vs the early ones. It has dual power heated seats, satellite radio, and the digital information center in the dash includes “track apps.” This was a great

step up from my 2007 GT Premium convertible.

I did have to correct one problem immediately. Even being virtually new mileage wise, it had aftermarket axle-backs. They sounded great outside the car but inside the drone would rattle your teeth. It was clearly unusable in that form so it got a quick trip to the muffler shop for changes. They put on

axle-backs that give good sound louder than stock but not too loud and no drone!

I needed to unload my 2007 quickly as I then had no place to garage it, but September is not a great time to sell a ragtop. I got lucky by attending the Gents appreciation show at Nine Mile. I made sale signs and took the ’07 and my ’05. There was a man there with a ’67 fastback there that could not stay away from my ‘07, coming to look several times. He really wanted it but admitted he did not have

the money. Soon he brought over an older (Sr Citizen) man who was his Dad. Their plan was that the

Official Publication of the Inland Empire Mustang Club Spokane, WA

December 2017

‘Stang of the Month 1-2

The Prez Says 3-4

Birthdays

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Nov-Dec Calendar 3

2018 Ballot 6

Meeting Minutes 8-10

Contacts/Classifieds 12

General Information 13

IEMC MUSTANG

Rocky Gibb’s 2014 GT ‘Stang of The Month:

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Stang of The Month (Cont.)

Dad would buy the car and sometime later sell it to the son (50ish in age). We made the deal and the next day the Dad and his wife came to pick it up. His wife loves the car so I don’t think son will get the car as soon as he thought he would. I’m happy I moved the car quickly and that it went

to someone that will appreciate it and care for it.

We’ve had some great fall weather allowing me to do a lot of cruising in the ’14, racking up nearly 3,000 miles since purchase. It’s a great cruiser and runs 25+ mpg cruising. Best if all is that 5.0 engine. With 420 HP it’s very responsive and is fantastic for passing slower cars

on two lane roads.

Opportunity knocked and I was able to take advantage of it quickly and now have moved up seven years in model,

gained a 5.0, and it’s virtually a new car. Can’t beat that.

- Rocky Gibbs

Cashmere City Park along the river lined with fall colors

Lunch at the Cracker Barrel in Missoula

Yakima Valley Canyon

The view from the top of Thompson Pass decked with

golden Tamaracks

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ACTIVITY CALENDARACTIVITY CALENDARACTIVITY CALENDARACTIVITY CALENDAR

December

5th – Monthly Membership Meeting at Darcy's in the valley - 10502 East Sprague Avenue (In the old University City Mall). The meeting will be at 7:00pm as usual. Come early to eat and visit.

9th - Annual Christmas Party at Darcy's on Sprague & University. Details to follow…

January

2nd – Monthly Membership Meeting at Darcy's in the valley - 10502 East Sprague Avenue (In the old Uni-versity City Mall). The meeting will be at 7:00pm as usual. Come early to eat and visit. 15th - Monthly Run TBA

December Birthdays

1-Greg Fosse 26-Michelle Huck

6-Jeff Wallace 27-Teresa Robertson

6-Joan Kline 27-Vicki West

7-Steve Jones 31-Pamela Hietala

7-Cindy Lawless

11-Ken West

12-Shannon Goeden

13-Trace Witsch

15-John Ward

15-Heidi Krummel

17-Greg Goeden

19-Catherine Eickmeyer

21-Sharon Jones

In November we return to normal Pacific Time,

setting our clocks back one hour. Driving through Airway

Heights, Marcia saw a sign at one of the local businesses

that said it time to set your scales back 10 pounds. I

thought that was fitting for the Holiday Season at hand!

From Thanks Giving through January 1st, counted at least

8 Party/Eating events between family and club affiliations

we could attend. I’m hoping the couple extra holes in my

belt are enough.

We are all pretty fortunate compared to many. With our

Christmas Party coming up on Dec 9, I would request that

you think about those that aren’t as fortunate and bring

new items that can be given to Sally’s House for their

special young ones. Anything you can pick up and give is

appreciated more than you can imagine. Denny and Sharon

Jones has taken the lead on this project, we appreciate

their efforts in making the Sally’s House Donations happen.

Don’t forget Dog and Cat Food items that we can pass to

the Animal Shelters as well. As for ourselves, if you wish

to participate in our Club gift exchange, be sure and bring

a gift for each gift you wish in return. We have a spending

limit of around $20.

There will be NO Hot Chocolate Run in December, but I

will have the Club help select a January Hot Chocolate

location at the December meeting so the Activities

Committee will have time to get together after the first of

the year to plan the outings from February on.

The Health and Welfare Committee will work on our

yearly charitable donations. If you have suggestions for a

charitable donation please let the committee know. This

year’s donations may have already been selected, but it

doesn’t hurt to get your idea on the list.

December is always an important meeting. The elections will be held for next year’s leadership team. We will ask for volunteers to fill committee positions for next year too. If you have a specific committee you would like to

help on, please let us know at the meeting.

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The Prez Says

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The Prez Says (cont.)

Helping on a committee has proven to be a great way to get involved and not just be a member. The outgoing officers and

directors will be in line to help the new position holders take over the reins.

I know I repeat myself occasionally, (well, a lot), but I feel it is important that I thank everyone for their support and

interest in making the IEMC one of the Best Clubs in the Northwest. I enjoyed my time as President and I hope I met the

task at hand without goofing too many things up. I was always in good company and with people willing to point the way.

Marcia and I want to wish everyone a very Happy Holiday Season, and will be looking forward to next year’s gatherings and

events. (Drop the Mic)

Tom

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IEMC To Elect New Officers/Directors

The election of 2018 IEMC club officers will take place at the regular membership meeting December 5, 2017 at Darcy’s Restaurant. All members are encouraged to attending and make their voice heard. Printed below is the sample ballot.

Inland Empire Mustang Club Ballot December 2017 Meeting

Circle one or write in:

President: Carl Sontowski Write in:________________________

VP : Barry Barton Write in:________________________

Secretary: Francine Dober Write in:________________________

Treasurer: Jerry Dobson Write in:________________________

Vote for TWO by circle or write in:

Director 1 position open and Director 2 position open:

Ray Smith

Tom Eickmeyer

Greg Goeden

Bruce Stirn

Ken West

Write in:_______________________

Write In:_______________________

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Club Members Gain Sisters Via Ancestry.com

Carl Sontowski Story Published

The Spokane Spokesman Review recently featured one of our own IEMC club members, Carl Sontowski, in an article about his recent discovery that he has a half-sister. According to the article, Carl never knew there could be more family members as his mother never spoke of her earlier pregnancy. Carl’s half-sister, Lindsay Lee, was born about fourteen years before Carl and before Carl’s mother married his father. The father of Lindsay remains a mystery, so far. The happy happenstance came about due to the January 2017 unsealing of Lee’s birth records by the Sas-katchewan Ministry of Social Services which revealed her mother’s full maiden name, Jean Clarissa Yuill. Lee then used Ancestry.com to track down several cousins and eventually Carl’s aunt, who then contacted Carl. The article goes on to say that the newly discovered siblings have been emailing almost daily and by the time this newsletter prints they will have spent their first Thanksgiving together. Carl is looking forward to meet-ing many more members of his extended family in the days and years to come, especially his brother-in-law who shares interests in guns and cars.

Denis Hill Finds Sister Through Ancestry.com

In a round-about way, Denis Hill was given a sister for Christmas last year. Denis had been aware that his mother gave birth when she was 17 years old, and in the stress and challenges of life, chose to give the baby up for adoption. Of course there was regret and sadness associated with the decision but she tried to do the best thing for the baby girl. Denis and Stefani’s daughter Josie had been wanting to trace her ancestry through one of the many internet search companies for quite some time. The Ancestry.com ads had kindled a curiosity in her that was growing. In December she received and completed the DNA testing. The results produced a surprise, another Ancestry.com user showed up on the report as a probable 1st cousin, which is extremely rare. That information led Josie to a Facebook correspondence with a Idaho Falls woman. Eventually, the “friend request” (which was ignored by Denis because it was just someone his daughter was communicating with) posted to Denis’s Facebook page was accepted and the discovery was fully disclosed: the Idaho Falls woman is indeed Denis’s long separated sister, Heidi Meier. Denis and Stefani have since met with his Sister a couple of times and are looking forward to future get-togethers and correspondence.

Denis Hill with “new” sister Heidi

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Meeting Minutes November7, 2017

Shaun Huck

New Members – Nadine Smith:

Bill and Trink have His and Hers ‘99 and 2001 Cobras they’ve owned for a couple years. Their first Mustang went to their

daughter in Florida, so they recently purchased replacements. They have a lot of Mustangs in their family.

Travis is rejoining us after taking a break for a few years. Unfortunately he lost his Mustang in a divorce but he still has a ‘77

Thunderbird with lots of mods and a ‘58 Mercury.

President’s Comment

Tom asked everyone to give themselves a round of applause for all the help members have given to various efforts through-

out the year so far.

Minutes

Motion to approve minutes was approved unanimously.

Committee Reports:

Treasury Report – Treasurer – Tom Morris (standing in for Jerry Searfoss):

Finances continue to be stable.

Activity Report – Nadine Smith and Rose:

October Ice Cream Run was at Ron’s Drive-In. About 20 people showed up for dinner and conversation.

November Hot Chocolate Run will be at McKenzie River Pizza on North Nevada on the 21st at 6:30 pm. A sign-in sheet was passed for this. We need to give them a rough estimate of how many will attend to let Nadine know as soon as possi-

ble if you can attend or if you signed up and can’t.

Buck Knives tour is on Thursday Nov. 16th at 10:00 am. A sign-up sheet was sent around for those interested. Meet at

Yoke’s on Montgomery in Spokane Valley at 9:00 am, depart for Post Falls at 9:15 am.

Christmas Party will be at Darcy’s again on December 9th, beginning at 5:00 pm with dinner to start about 6:00 pm. There will also be a gift exchange after dinner; bring items with a max value of $20 for each person that wishes to participate. Pricing for dinner will be $10 per member (up to 2 per membership), children under 10 will be free, 10 and over are $5, and guests will be $19. A sign-up sheet went around to get an estimate of how many people will be attending. Dinner will be prime rib, salmon, and chicken cordon bleu with salad and sides. Denny will be collecting donated items for Sally’s house. There is a big need for shoes, boys’ size 13 and 1-2, girls’ size 1-2. Another big hit among the kids is Lego kits, craft supplies, Aquabeads, board games (except Monopoly!), and jigsaw puzzles for younger kids. Sally’s House has a library so books are not necessary. The number one requested clothing item is zip-up hoodies from Toddler up to Child XL sizes and jeans, boys’ 5-8 and girls’ 10-12 sizes. They’ve had a major donation of pajamas but any other clothing items are appreciated. All items must be new and unwrapped; leave the original tags on. There will also be boxes for donations for SCRAPS or

the Spokane Humane Society; both are No-Kill facilities. Donations can include pet food, treats, blankets, or cash.

Lee Bronson is in a retirement home up north and Jeff has organized a surprise gathering for members to meet up and give

him some company.

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Meeting Minutes November7, 2017

Shaun Huck

Auctions – Carl Sontowski

As Carl will be running for president next year, we will need a new member to head up the Auctions committee and work with Mitch

at Silver’s car auctions. We need to have someone lined up by February.

Health and Welfare – Vicki West, Sue Manly:

Jana has stepped down from this committee, Vicki will now head this up.

Vi let us know that Sue is doing well after knee surgery and will be beginning physical therapy soon. She’s feeling much better but still

using a walker.

Motorsports – Barry Barton, Gary Gunning, Kim Frank, Dave Brink:

All quiet for the season.

International Mustang Meet (IMM) – Carl Sontowski, Doug Pickett, Brad Jordan:

Nothing new.

Apparel – Doug Pickett and Zac Zaccanti:

No updates this month.

Historian – Michelle Huck:

Nothing new.

Website – Barry Barton:

The website has been updated with information about next year’s International Mustang Meet.

Facebook – Michelle Huck:

The Facebook page continues to grow.

INCCC – Jack Bean:

The Show No Shine will be in February. Some members have already purchased their tickets. It’s really a great time and Jack and Toni

have attended every year since they moved back to Spokane. The council is made up of about 60 clubs and their big show of the year

is the Downtown Car Show in Spokane that benefits their scholarship program. Over the years they have awarded about $250,000 in

scholarships to deserving young people. They would like to start up their auction program again to raise even more money, but they

need lots of volunteers for various roles to help make this happen. Jack White is the chairperson for the auction program and unfor-

tunately his wife has had some health issues and has taken a turn for the worst so he needs all the help he can get.

Newsletter

Kim encouraged anyone, particularly new members, to get their car featured as Pony of the Month. It’s a great way for the club to get

to know you. He’s also getting a lot of bounced back emails, especially from Comcast.net and Yahoo addresses. If you’re missing the

newsletter, please let him know.

New Ponies & Modifications: Carl Sontowski picked up a ‘67 Mustang Convertible with a 302 automatic that he plans to fix up over the winter and sell in the spring. He also got a new half-sister; a child that was adopted at a young age contacted him recently and will be joining his family for Thanks-giving.

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Meeting Minutes November7, 2017

Shaun Huck

Old Business:

Elections – If anyone wants to volunteer and/or run for any positions, please speak up and let us know so we can get your name on

the ballot. For the time being, here are the current runners for each position:

President – Carl Sontowski

Vice President – Barry Barton

Secretary – Francine Dober

Treasurer – Jerry Dobson

Director (2 positions open) – Ray Smith, Mike Myers, Greg Goeden, Bruce Stern, Ken West

When we vote for these, the two people with the most votes will get the two positions.

Voting will occur in December.

New Business:

Activities Committee – Nadine will help but won’t be able to run the Activities Committee next year.

Millwood Car Show – Dave will be stepping down from running the Hot Wheels in Millwood Car Show. He’s run it for the past 5

years.

Printing and Mailing the Newsletter – Mel and Jana have been printing and mailing the newsletters each month and need someone else

to take that duty on. They print and mail about 12 each month.

Suggestion Box:

There was a suggestion of having a placard made up to put out front of Darcy’s to identify the club meeting and provide information

about the monthly meeting. This suggestion will be brought up at the next meeting.

HA Award:

Denny won the HA Award for moving a box out of the garage and scratching his wife’s Camaro in the process.

Last call for member draw, 50/50, and door prize tickets.

Door Prizes, Member Draw, and 50/50:

Door Prizes – were awarded to the winning tickets

Member Draw – $10 to the member whose name was drawn

50/50 – $48 drawn and awarded

Submitted by: Shaun Huck Secretary, IEMC 2016

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Crafty Club Member Keeps Busy

Marsha Sundberg just completed the fall run of the Craft Show circuit. I caught up with her at the Central Valley high school show and was amazed at the variety and quality of the hand made crafts, knick knacks, do-dads, textiles, and all sorts of other thingies. She likes Mustang themes items and sells quite a few of them. Another favorite seller is Seahawk gear, which I’ll admit to buying from her in the past. Keep up the good work Marsha, I love it! - Editor

Back in the Day…

A look at IEMC Newsletters of the past. From October 1985:

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CLASSIFIED ADS

For Sale: Classic 70 Mustang Converti-ble, clean, runs good, 302-V8, odometer reads 36,000, blue ext/interior, new tires, power top, $11,000 FIRM 509-993-6757 Michelle

IEMC Officers:

President: Tom Morris (509)924-5544 tzmorris@comcast.net

Vice Pres.: Dave Brink (509)570-6704 david_brink@q.com

Treasurer: Jerry Searfoss (509) 290-6302 dgsearfoss@comcast.net

Secretary: Shaun Huck (509) 928-9554 chelliet@gmail.com

Newsletter:

Kim Frank (509)954-4398 kfrank@valley4th.com

Auction:

Carl Sontowski (509)768-0731 carls69olds@q.com

Motorsports:

Barry Barton (509)468-8730 barryjbarton@comcast.net

Gary Gunning (509)922-2596 grgnnng@comcast.net

Kim Frank (509)926-7364 kfrank@valley4th.com

Historian & Facebook:

Michelle Huck (509)928-9554 chelliet@gmail.com

Website:

Barry Barton (509)468-8730 barryjbarton@comcast.net

Submissions due by the 20th of the month. Classifieds: Free to members or brought forth by member. Renewable every three months. Business cards: $20 for 12 months.

Send payment to the club Treasurer. E-mail ads to the Editor.

CONTACTS Activities Committee:

Jack & Toni Bean (509)927-8574 jackntoni100166@comcast.net

Chuck & Mary Oliver (509)464-3144 chuckoliverjr@comcast.net

Shaun & Michelle Huck (509)863-7409 chelliet@gmail.com

Gary & Marisa Intinarelli (509)315-8639 galamari@comcast.net

Craig & Christine Binkley (509)464-2000 craigbinkley@gmail.com

Marsha Sundberg (509)928-4979 marshahsundberg@hotmail.com

Ken & Vicki West (509)328-8376 packy1945@gmail.com

Ron and Diane West (509)467-0205 Krazydog69@msn.com

Health and Welfare:

Jana Craven (509)280 1036 jana.craven@yahoo.com

Vicki West (509)328-8376 westwatercolor@gmail.com

Sue Manly (509)238-6332 manlydairy@hotmail.com

International Reps:

Carl Sontowski (509)768-0731 carls69olds@q.com

Doug Picket (208)660-3091 doug00@msn.com

Brad Jordan (509)229-7620 quadsinthemudd@gmail.com

I have lots of 1965 parts take all $200.00 . To many to list. If you have any questions please call me 509- 710-2218. Marsha Sundberg

For sale: one brand-new car carpet that fits 1965 through 1968 Mustangs and Cougars. Description: fits coupe only; molded; black loop; 80/20. Price: $80.00 (half price). Call Allen Bunge at (509) 483-

2401

For Sale: 2000 Black on Black Mustang GT, 5 speed , 25000 miles, $6000, stan@davenportmotorcompany.com

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Club Purpose

and General Informa,on

Inland Empire Mustang Club (IEMC)

Club Purpose: Our club exists to promote the enjoyment and preservation of all Mustang automobiles. There’s no limit to

how many Mustangs or other Ford-powered automobiles you may register. Ownership is not required. However, enthusiasm is

definitely encouraged!

Club Mailing Address: VIA Pony Express IEMC

P.O. Box 13591

Spokane Valley, WA 99213-3591

Monthly Stampede:

The IEMC holds a monthly get together the third Tuesday

of each Month. Check the IEMC website, Activity Alerts and

this newsletter for details.

Meeting Place: (1st Tuesday, Monthly)

Darcy’s Restaurant

10502 E Sprague Ave

Spokane Valley, WA 99206

Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month.

It’s an excellent time to meet fellow club members and

make new friends. Meetings start at 7:00PM. Come early

(by 6:00pm) to eat and visit. All family members are

welcome to attend and join the fun.

Club Website:

www. inlandempiremustangclub.com

The site features contacts, publications, photos,

stories, ads, an updated/current calendar of events and

many other items of interest.

Membership Dues:

Membership dues are $25 per calendar year, per

household. Your membership includes family members

that reside with you that are under the age of 25. Each

membership includes one associate family member for

voting purposes. Dues are pro-rated, based on what part

of the year you join. Newsletter:

The award winning IEMC MUSTANG is the

official club publication. An electronic version is sent

monthly to everyone who has an e-mail address. A

condensed black and white version is mailed to those

members who “opt in” for a hard copy each month.

E-mail your contributions (articles, photos, classified

ads, business cards) and questions to the Editor by the

20th of the month.

Advertising Policy: Submission deadline is the 20th of the

month. Business cards $20 for one year. Classifieds:

Free to members, renewable every 3 months. Send

payment to IEMC Treasurer, e-mail ads to the Editor.

Mustang Registry:

Please help us maintain a current Pony registry. This is

a real help to the club for planning events and will give you

an opportunity to have your ride featured in the club

newsletter. Ask any club officer for a copy of the Mustang

Registry form. Turn it in at club meetings or mail to the

IEMC.