AFSGSLA
Three local American Flyer model train enthusiasts founded the club in 1975. Since then the club has grown significantly, sponsored numerous public display layouts, and has epitomized its founding motto, "just for the fun of it!" The club's strength and vigor was demonstrated in 1995, 1999, 2003 and 2007 when it hosted the Annual Fall S Fest, the largest gathering of AF enthusiasts in the World.
Moe Berk, who has been the club's only coordinator since its founding more than three plus decades ago, attributes the clubs continued growth and success to its informality and adopted slogan, "no officers, no rules, no dues; no fooling!" The club is known nationwide for its "non-rules," which are as follows:
- No dues.
- No officers, officials, or official staff
- No constitution or by-laws.
- Operate on consensus; the majority rules, but the minority has to be able to go along with it or it just isn't done.
- Participation is essential; individual members perform various tasks.
- Club funds are generated from the fees collected from operating the club's layouts.
- Send newsletters to other clubs.
The AFSGSLA membership is open to all AF ‘S’ enthusiasts who are willing to actively participate. Merely contact any club member, express your interest, attend the next club meeting, and ... "YOU'RE A MEMBER!"
Fall S Fest 2007
A number of the A/F by Lionel UPRR Generator Car remain available. Orders may be placed with Moe Berk
Still Available
FSF-2007 A/F by Lionel, UPRR Generator Car, LTI #48261, at $75.00
FSF-1995 A/F by Lionel, Monsanto Chemical Tank Car (White), LTI #48495, at $95.00
FSF-1999 A/F by Lionel, Monsanto 3-Bay Covered Hopper Car (White),LTI #48215, at $85.00
FSF-2003 S Helper Service, TTRX TOFC with REAX Trailer,SHS #00193,at $65.00
Shipping Charges are:
$10.00 lump sum, for one to six cars.
$20.00 lump sum, for seven or more cars.
MB, 12/31/2007 afsgsla@sbcglobal.net
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Notices
It was with considerable sadness that we learned Gary Brandenburger’s wife, Laura Riggins had died on November 13, 2008. Laura had endured cancer for the past 2-1/2 years with a great attitude and unfailing spirit. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, February 14, 2009.
We had previously reported that Marty Glass’ wife, Nancy Glass had died Friday, January 2, 2009, after a long (8 year) battle with cancer. There was a memorial service on Monday, January 12, 2009, at Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, in South St. Louis County, MO.
Our sincere condolences and prays go out to both Gary and Marty.
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