As we leap into the New Year to face the challenge of making our great organization even greater, we are thank-ful for all who have contributed along the way.

As we look to increase member-ship and participation at events in various geographic areas throughout the country and especially work to increase participa-tion at the Southern Side by Side in the L.C. Smith versus Parker Challenge Cup; as we explore ways t o e n h a n c e o u r Newsletter in a cost effective way; as we embrace new au-thors to write the Collectors Corner Columns and as we integrate new lead-ership into our BOD; we must reflect on some of the past individual contribu-t i o n s t h a t h a v e a d d e d b u i l d i n g blocks for our organization that we stand on today.

As an example, I share with you an excerpt from Tom Archer’s recent email to our BOD regarding his involve-ment with LCSCA. “Regarding my in-volvement with the LCSCA as one of its original directors, let me say that it has been a privilege to serve the organization in that capacity; as the experience has been nothing but positive, and the bene-fits I received from my association far ex-ceeded any contributions I might have made! Having been asked to serve this organization originally was an honor that I would never have imagined under any

circumstances; and I am at a loss to ex-press what it has meant to me personally to have had the opportunity to meet, work, and become friends with some of the finest gentlemen in the entire world”. Tom has been instrumental in our suc-cesses! Tom has not only shared his ex-pert knowledge of side by sides, most especially L.C. Smiths on the “Forum” and in his newsletter columns but he is also the originator of the L.C. Smith vs.

Parker Challenge Cup Event. An-other BOD member leaving the Board is Bill Winter, who has been our mas-ter craf tsman in building our dis-plays for the MACA show in Baltimore and the point per-son for our suc-cessful Annual Fall Turkey Shoots. As t h e y l e a v e t h e

BOD, we encourage them to continue to remain active in our organization. This leaves “big shoes” to be filled by Mike Lewis and Chris Baumohl! And we warmly congratulate and welcome them to our BOD!

It must be acknowledged that our good fortune was to have three highly qualified individuals run for two open po-sitions for the BOD; Mike, Chris, and Tom Breeden run in a very close-vote election. Hopefully, Tom will run for the BOD again in the near future.

Kicking it up a notch to face chal-lenges in 2008, it will be all about the vol-

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Volume 5, Issue 4

Let’s Kick It Up A Notch By Frank Finch, Jr., Executive Director of the LCSCA

December 2007

Special points of in-terest:

• Executive Director article.

• Current Events

• Smith Distinction

• Election Results

• Future Events

Lets Kick It UP a Notch 1

Vintage Cup at Pintail Point

2

Member is “World Champ”

3

Tulsa Arms Show & Shooting for the Bird

5

L.C. Opener 6

Future Events 7

Smith Distinction 8

Gladiator Letter 10

Election Results & 2008 Events

11

Yellow Page 13

Classified 13

Inside this issue:

L. C. Smith Speaks for Itself

Publicat ion of the L .C . Smith Col lectors Associat ion Pub l ished Quarterly March, June , September , And December

© 2007 L .C . Smith Col lectors assoc ia t ion

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Vintage Cup at Pintail Point By Tom Breeden

The 11th Annual Vintage Cup was held at Pintail Point, Queenstown Maryland from Sep-tember 26th to the 30th. Well before the festivities began Andy Anderson, Bob Morris and Tom Breeden rolled in on the 25th and set up the booth designed by Andy and Len Applegate. The theme of the booth display followed Tom Breeden’s article L.C. Smith Single and Double Trap Guns that appeared in Issue 4, Volume 17

of the Double Gun Journal. On display were sin-gle and double trap guns in paired grades of Specialty, Crown, Monogram and Olympic, eight in all. Other members were invited to exhibit their guns which included another eight guns

including grades ranging from Field through Quality 4, Crown and up to a Premier. The guns were displayed against a beautiful red cloth background festooned with flower arrangements and a L.C. mascot designed by Mary Anne Finch.

Our display was located in one of more than a dozen busy tents with exhibitors from the US and abroad. Our exhibit was heavily at-tended by our members, those who admired the artistry of the engraving and flowing lines of the guns and those several “walk-ins” with

Grandpa’s Smith who wanted to know more about them. We also cap-tured the attention of mem-bers of the Parker Gun Collectors Association by signing up three of them in our group. Perfect Eastern Shore weather enhanced the spectacular setting for the exhibit. The only com-plaint recorded was from several of our member shooters who tried to cover their shooting scores by lamenting about the stiff breezes coming from the Chesapeake Bay. Our club was well repre-sented in the various shooting venues, with members attending the event from around the country. California, Ne-braska and North Carolina were only a short commute away for these enthusiastic members. We had our share of winners as well,

with Dan Christoffersen winning the 20 ga ham-merless event and shooting 6th place overall in the Main Event. Also, member Rick Liblong won the 16 ga hammerless event.

Current Events

“Our American Classics Squad at the 11th Vintage Cup included L.C. enthusiasts from far and near”

Standing (L to R) Conor Curtin, ME; Art Vella, CA; Charlie Stimson, PA; Shooting Sportman's Bruce Buck, ME; Bill Lader, PA; Mary Anne & Frank Finch, NJ and Ruth. PA - Kneeling (L to R) Joseph Zaccheo, NY; Joey Zaccheo, NY and Tammy Jo

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The LCSCA Mascot keeping an eye on the guns. She was con-structed by Mary Anne Finch

Bob Morris (l.), Tom Breeden, and Andy Anderson at the LCSCA Vintagers Display

Member is “World Champ!”

L.C. Smith Collectors Association member Rick Liblong of Dunn Loring, Virginia, won the 16 ga. Hammerless competition at the recent Vintage Cup World Side-by-Side Championships held at Pintail Point on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Liblong broke 45 of 50 clays with his Elsie 16 ga. Field Grade Featherweight model. He was awarded an engraved silver plate for his efforts by Melanie Poudrier, wife of Vintagers president Ray Poudrier.

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Current Events

Tulsa Arms Show (October 20-21, 2007) By Jim Stubbendieck

John Houchins, Don Hosey, and Jim Stubbendieck assembled the L.C. Smith Collec-tors Association exhibit for the Wanamacher’s Tulsa Arms Show. This show is advertised as the largest show in the world. Over 4,000 tables occupy an 11-acre room. Placed end to end, the tables would stretch for 5.6 miles! If you spend the whole 18 hours open to the public at the show and wanted to visit each table, you

could spend only 16.2 seconds at each table. The exhibit contained many grades of L.C. Smith shotguns from A3 to No. 1 and Crown to Ideal. Don Hosey’s new-in-the-box, unfired .410 Specialty Grade drew a lot of attention.

Shooting for the “Bird” at the 4th Annual Turkey Shoot By Frank Finch, Jr.

Under a beautiful sunny sky with balmy autumn breezes, 31 shooters and 4 guests en-

joyed the mixed venue of Five-Stand, Sporting Clays and Hammer Gun Skeet at our 4th Annual Turkey Shoot held again at Prince Georges Trap and Skeet in Glenn Dale, MD on Saturday, No-vember 3, 2007.

Bill Winter, our man on the scene, made the arrangements for the shoot. The catered lunch provided a choice variety of tasty Italian entrees for the hungry shooters. The course scheduled shooters through the various venues without any waiting. Many LCSCA shooters shot their vintage L.C.s very well; Kevin Brooks won high gun in Five Stand, shooting a 22/25. Char-lie Brooks and Jon Swindle tied at 43/50 for the high gun award in Sporting Clays. Bob Fleming and Jent Mitchell tied at 24/25 for the high gun award in Hammer Gun Skeet. The high gun win-ners received a framed personalized certificate immortalizing their shooting abilities.

The drawing winners for a turkey were Bill Lader in Sporting Clays, Steve Arnett in Hammer Gun Skeet and Roger Domer in Five Stand. All shooters and guests enjoyed the mul-tiple venue events at Prince Georges and indi-cated they would be back again next year trying to shoot for the “bird”!

Bill Winter (l.) presenting Five Stand High Gun Award to Kevin Brooks

(l. to r.) Carrie Elliot, Jonathan Hosey, Tami Hosey, Don Hosey and John Houchins

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Bob Fleming (l.) and Jent Mitchel tied for Hammer Gun Skeet High Gun

Award

Jon Swindle (l.) and Charlie Brooks tied for Sporting Clays

High Gun Award

Turkey Draw winners Steve Arnett (l.)(Hammer Skeet), Roger Domer (Five Stand), and Bill Lader (Sporting Clays)

Current Events ( 4th Annual Turkey Shoot continued)

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L.C. Opener by John Kuhn Bleimaier

Across the rolling Jerseys A drismy November day The broad sky above a thousand hues of gray And damp the unmown hay. But just as well And all the same For today's that holiday without a name; It's the opening day for all small game. Uncase the noble L.C. Just as in years before And take on the happiest of chores Oil up her well worn bores. For into the thickets we'll carry her From whence the woodcocks fly Through the golden corn stalk stubble to clamber by and by We'll be ready as the ringnecks thunder into the leaden sky. But as the day well and truly wears on Those clouds, they break asunder And look you aloft with awe and even wonder As golden shafts of light come shining out from under. Now when the day is gone and spent And twilight o'er spreads the earth It's time to unlatch the groaning old game pouch bursting girth And come to the fireside for the very best of fellowship and mirth. What ever the huntsman's larder bounty be Whether the shot column did hit full force or miss He knows the fullness of the legend and the ever shining myth The joy that comes from carrying a gun by L.C. Smith.

LCSCA Poet Laureate

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Future Events

ATTENTION L.C. SMITH SHOOTERS Sixth Annual Spring Shoot

PLACE: Carlisle Fish and Game Association 1421 W. Trindle Road, Carlisle, PA 17015 TIME: 9:00 AM to about 3:00 PM DATE: Monday, March 17, 2008 VENUE: Sporting Clays, Skeet and Five Stand LUNCH: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM by Grandpa’s Country Butcher Shop COST: Each event will be priced separately, payable at the club house. Lunch fee will be paid directly to the caterer. We will have a tip jar for your donations to help pay for the lunch of the trappers. INFO: Guests are welcome but we ask that only L.C. Smith guns be shot. The Car-lisle Club is well organized and shooters will be able to shoot many events in minimal time. Expect to shoot many rounds, so bring plenty of ammo and L.C.’s. RESERVATIONS: Are required by March 10, 2008. You may contact me at 410-756-2095 or Pastorcharlie1949@Yahoo.com. Please leave your full name and phone number. Looking forward to seeing everyone again. Mark your calendar to attend another grand L.C. Smith fun shoot organized by Charlie Brooks at the Carlisle Fish and Game Club.

Double Gun Special Shooting Event By Ray Ward

On March 8, 2008, a Classic Side by Side Championship will be held at the Lake Oconee Shooting Club in Eatonton, GA. The shoot will be open to shooters of any make of side by side gun. All are welcomed. The venue will include a "Main Event" of 100 targets costing $60. and sub-gauge events of 50 targets costing $35. The Lewis Class prize structure will be used in the main event with prizes being shooting accessories from Beretta. Also, there will be a 1st place prize in each of the 20, 28 and .410 sub-gauge events.

Please contact Ray Ward at r9s0w@aol.com or phone-706-473-8789 or the club at: www.LakeOconeeShootingClub.com or Phone-706-485-4557 for additional details.

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Not Quite the “Gun of Perfection” Glasbed Evangelism Part I By Drew Hause & Bill Hambidge

There is a price to pay for the sidelock elegance of the “L.C. Smith Hammerless Gun” designed by Alexander Brown and in-troduced in 1886. Check the L.C. Smith offer-ings on any internet auction site and you’ll find a collection of “Long Cracked Smiths.” Bro. Brown, however, probably deserves less blame than does John Olin’s engi-neers at the Western Cartridge Co. who developed the 12g Super-X 2 ¾” 3 ¾ dram 1 ¼ oz. load at 1330 fps which was introduced in 1922, and the buying public that enthusiastically shot them.

Smith hang tags from 1886 up through the 1930s include the statement “Tested With Standard Load”, and the standard 12 ga load was 3 drams powder with 1 ¼ oz. of shot; 1 1/8 oz. after 1920 or so. The 16 ga load was 2 ½ drams with 1 oz., and 20 ga 2 1/4 dram with 7/8 oz. The loads were shot in 2 ¾” 12 ga cham-bers, 2 9/16” 16 ga cham-bers, and 2 ½” 20 ga c h a m b e r s . The 20 ga chambers were lengthened in Fulton in 1936

(unless special ordered), but the 16 ga cham-bers were still 2 9/16 until about 1940. Sherman Bell’s published testing shows only a mild rise in chamber pressure shooting 2 ¾” shells in a shorter chamber, but recoil can increase markedly. This is especially true shooting 2 ¾” 20 ga shells as the case mouth extends into the forcing cone. That recoil is transmitted from the standing breech to the head of the stock and inlet surfaces around the lockplates.

Although pre-1913 Hunter Arms Co. catalogs advertised even the lowest grade guns as having “plain English walnut” stocks, some have suggested that the problem was the lack of flexi-bility of American black walnut com-pared to French and English walnut. Others, that the edge of the lockplates should have been beveled or that they were not properly inlet and fitted. It

seems likely from the pictures below that much of problem was in the rela-tively small surface area of the wood at

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Smith Distinction

Several cracks visible in the head of an oil-blackened head of an L.C. Smith stock

The usual crack extending to the apex of the lockplate inlay

the head of the stock. In addition, Hunter Arms did not finish the head of the stock, al-lowing oil to soak and sof-ten the wood. Oil blackened stocks are of-ten found with crushed and c r u m b l e d wood where it contacts the r e c e i v e r . Parker and L e f e v e r stocks are usually found with a thin sealant. Com-pare the Smith, Parker, Ithaca, and Fox stock heads, while noting that the Parker, Ithaca, and Fox also have midline cracks.

So rather than Alex Brown and John O l i n , w e can blame c r a c k e d Smith guns o n t h e Amer ican m i n d s e t t ha t f i r e -power can t r i u m p h over lack of gunning s k i l l a n d that bigger and faster p a y l o a d s m e a n more birds in the bag. But Smith guns were

and are (close to) “The Gun of Perfection” when using loads for which the gun was de-signed. Those of us who appreciate the Smith beauty and utility want to use our guns, and use them a lot, in the field and busting clay targets. Certainly light target loads are appropriate for maybe 100 year old

wood, and many factory options are available today, at least in 12 ga. And it would seem reasonable to re-serve the Fiocchi Golden Pheas-ant boomers for use in our plastic stocked Benelli SBEs (oh the shame!) In Part 2, Dr Bill will walk us through the process of fixing the cracks that are already present, and preventing future cracks. And once accomplished, we should have much more confi-dence in using any standard pressure, speed, and shot weight

game load. Get ready for some Old Time Stock Repair Religion and Glasbed Evangelism.

(Smith Distinction, Continued from page 8)

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Parker

New Ithaca Double

Holes drilled for the staple re-pair of a Fox

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Collecting the Smith Gun (a letter from a member)

“Gladiator” Letter from member Al Gingrich Al Gingrich Liverpool, PA Dear Drew and Bill, I have this old hammer gun that I read about in Col. Brophy’s book but never thought I would own one of my own. My gun is a Gladiator Field Grade which is a true L.C. Smith but does not have L.C. Smith or Hunter Arms on it anywhere even not on the hard rubber butt plate. The barrels are steel but not marked “Royal Steel” anywhere. On the top of the left barrel toward the breech it is marked “Gladiator Field Grade”. Serial number 179683 and “F” for Field Grade is found on the barrel flats and on the water table of the receiver. The forend iron also has the same serial number. Only the left lock is marked in stylized letters like a Gothic printing inside a de-sign with the word “Gladiator”. The butt plate as far as I can tell is a “Fulton” design with no words on it at all. I purchased a Cody Letter but it doesn’t tell much except that the gun is a Field Grade, 12 Ga., 32 inch barrels of Royal Steel, choked Full and Full, Date finished of 5-7-1918 and inspected by “P”. The gun looks to be all original and in good shape except that the right tube has a small pit in it but not unsafe to shoot. This gun is not new by any means but just a nice old hammer gun. I wonder how many “Gladiators” are still around. This is a true Smith but only 170 or so were marked this way according to Col. Brophy. I looked through my book by John Houchins but there is no mention of them [Gladiators] there. Col. Brophy also states one Ideal Grade Hammer gun was made; I sure would like to find that or maybe one of those “C” Frame hammerless guns. I guess they are still out there somewhere to be found. Anyway, I thought you guys would like to know about my “Gladiator”. I’m looking forward to your article in the next Newsletter. Thanks for your time. Al

unteers that make it happen! In this issue, Rev. Drew and Dr. Bill have initiated their “Smith Distinction” Col-umn, with their informative “Glasbed Evangelism” arti-cle. Must read for all L.C. shooters and collectors! Steve Arnett, who has replaced Tom as our point person for the Challenge Cup, wants your input to in a Challenge Cup Survey to solicit your opinions in an effort to organ-ize the best Challenge Cup ever! This survey will be posted on our website, as well as, emailed to previous team shooters to seek feedback.

As our twelve month period ends in May of our L.C. Smith Exhibit at the NRA National Museum, we have the opportunity to display our beloved L.C. Smiths in an exhibit at the May 16-18, 2008 NRA National Con-vention in Louisville, KY. In our display, we are planning to feature L.C. Smith employee Master Engraver, Al Krause, his designs, his tools and his magnificently en-graved guns.

Other highlights of this issue are Tom Breeden’s review of the 11th Annual Vintage Cup, my article of the 4th Annual Turkey Shoot results, John Bleimaier’s liter-ary work, “Opening Day Across the Jerseys”, which de-scribes opening day with his L.C., and Len Applegate’s

review of the BOD election results. The preliminary 2008 Event Schedule is presented and announcements for two shoots are listed - the 6th Annual Spring Shoot by Rev. Charlie Brooks and the Lake Oconee Side by Side Championship by member Ray Ward.

To kick it up a notch, we encourage YOU to par-ticipate in our 2008 events! Reserve your place for our Annual Spring Shoot with Charlie. Mark your calendar for our Annual Meeting on Friday April 25, 2008 at 5 PM in the Deep River Club House. This is the weekend of “Enhanced” L.C. Smith vs. Parker Challenge Cup at Deep River Shooting School in Sanford, NC (April 25-27, 2008). This shoot for charity provides a friendly competition among lovers of our early American shot-guns. The sportsmanship and camaraderie shared among all at the event is worth the journey!

During this holiday season, it is a wonderful time to enjoy friends and family, remember our service-men and women who make huge sacrifices for the free-doms we enjoy and give thanks for the bounty we re-ceive. I want to thank each of you for your appreciation of L.C. Smith guns, your camaraderie and the sharing of your sporting time with our organization.

(Let’s Kick It UP a Notch, Continued from page 1)

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Club News

2007 Election Results The 2007 Board of Directors election was a close one. One hundred twenty one ballots were returned with 91 cast for Chris Baumohl, 74 for Tom Breeden, and 76 for Mike Lewis. Chris and Mike will replace Tom Archer and Bill Winter who are stepping down. Bill and Tom are two of our original board members who have been instrumental in bringing the organization from the original 6 people discussing the idea of the LCSCA around a restaurant table to the 500 plus member organization we are today.

The 2007 LCSCA Board of directors are:

2007 Events

Len Applegate 7572 Overglen DR West Chester, OH 45069 (513)942-7572 Chris Baumohl 1208 Chesser Huntsville, AL 35803 (256)883-4307

Frank Finch 1322 Bay Ave Mantoloking, NJ 08738 (732)899-1498 Mike Lewis 20222 Monkswood DR Katy, TX 77450 (281)543-2971

Dean Rasmussen 2320 Shasta Way, Unit F Simi Valley, CA 93065 (818)991-4827 Jim Stubbendieck 7651 Kennelley DR Lincoln, NE 68516 (402)488-4240

Bob Trefry 4029 Little John DR York, PA 17408 (717)792-1778

DATE EVENT LOCATION 1/18-1/20/08 Las Vegas Gun Show Antique Arms Intl Spt Show

Riviera Hotel,

2/23– 2/24/08 Louisville Gun Show Ky Fair and Expo Center

3/17/08 6th Annual Spring Shoot Carlisle Fish and Game Club, Carlisle, PA

3/29—3/30/08 St Louis Gun Show Convention Center Plaza, St Charles, MO

4/25—4/27/08 Southern Side-by-Side Deep River Shooting School, 284 Cletus Hall RD, Sanford, NC

4/25/08 Annual Meeting Deep River Club House 4/25/08 @ 5PM

5/16—5/18/08 NRA National Convention Louisville, KY

6/08 California Event Coyote Valley, San Jose, CA

7/19—7/20/08 Ohio Gun Collectors Show Robert’s Center, 123 Gano RD, Wilmington, OH 45177

9/25—9/28/08 Vintage Cup Pintail Point, Queenstown, MD

11/8—11/9/08 Tulsa Gun Show Tulsa, OK

11/1/08 5thAnnual Turkey Shoot Prince Georges Trap & Skeet, Glen Dale, MD

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The Stock Doctor Custom Stocks, checkering, stock repair, and refinishing. Dennis Smith 83134 Tygh Valley RD Tygh Valley, OR 97063 Phone/Fax (541) 483-2182 thestockdr@riflemag.com Dawson's Doubles 101 D. D. Lane Spring Branch, Texas 78070 Shop 830 438 4340 cell 210 602 6360 email benton@gvtc.com www.dawsonsdoubles.com

L. C. Smith Yellow Page

L. C. Smith Classifieds The L.C. Smith Collectors Association accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of the seller’s description. All negotia-tions are strictly between the buyer and seller. The buyer and seller are responsible for complying with all applicable state and federal laws. NOTE: Ads are only run for one issue unless the advertiser contacts the publisher (Len Applegate) to continue to run the ad by the cut-off for the next issue.

FOR SALE: Several High Grade L.C. Smiths Call Cliff for details (404) 626-2501 L. C. Smith SPECIALTY GRADE, 12 ga, Double Bar-rel (32" Nitro Steel) Shotgun. Has Ventilated Rib, Ivory Site Beads, Hunter One Trigger, Automatic Ejector, and Beaver Tail Forend. Made in 1926 by Hunter Arms. Excellent condition. Pictures available. 937-426-0738 jnkmsk@sbcglobal.net L.C. Smith 12 ga. Grade 2 Syracuse. 30" F/F pretty Damacus bbl Butt plate marked "The L.C.Smith Trap Gun". $795 wearyfox@fuzzy.com L.C. Smith 12 ga. Grade 3. 30" IM/F bright shiny bbl. Gun refinshed to new condition. Pretty wood-sharp checkering. Proper Hawkins pad. Nice engraving $1895 wearyfox@fuzzy.com L.C. Smith No3 (1905)12 ga Ejector Receiver Complete w/newer buttstock, All engraving V.G. All silvered Details Call Dick (559)439-6479

FOR SALE: Rare 12 ga. Type 1 Syracuse Hammer Gun in good con-dition, Quality F, SN 27375, rotary bolt, rebated frame, great conditioned original forend and stock with "dog on point" butt plate, patina receiver and Damascus barrels and good bores. Price $850. Frank 732-899-1498 2 L.C. Smith Typewriters circa 1915, Carl (585)344-7183 WANTED: L.C. Smith Grade 1 20 ga Collector Quality. Frank (732) 899-1498 12 ga FWE Forend (Complete or metal only) Frank (732) 899-1498 L. C. Smith 00 and 0 grade 20 ga High Collector condi-tion. Call (805) 581-2275 or e-mail drasmussen@carasmussen.com

The purpose of The L.C. Smith Collectors Association is:

1. To Stimulate and educate members and the public in their

knowledge of the history and production of the L.C. Smith shot-

gun.

2. To support the Cody Museum in utilization of the surviving L.C.

Smith records.

3. To encourage creation of a L.C. Smith museum.

4. To encourage the value of good sportsmanship to members and

the public.

5. To promote a positive and responsible use of firearms to mem-

bers and the public.

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