LYDICK REUNIONS
The 1920s and 1930s were a time of annual Lydick reunions held at locations in Ohio or West Virginia. Over the years they became large affairs with upwards of 200 people attending for the day. Officers were elected to oversee the organization of these events, and the secretaries recorded the activities and proceedings. From those recorded minutes and newspaper accounts, we are able to take a peek into the days' events.
GROUP PHOTO OF THE 1931 LYDICK REUNION
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FRONT ROW: (starting with the little boy sitting) Merle Lydick, Gladys Chambers, unidentified girl, Vivian Stamm, Evelyn Stamm, Robert Stamm, unidentified boy, Dorothy Lydick, Eileen Chapman, unidentified girl, Keith Lydick, Betty Lydick.
SECOND ROW: Howard Lydick, Emma Chapman, Clara Stamm, Edith Parsons Lydick (wearing white hat and white outfit), unidentified woman, unidentified woman, unidentified woman, Arthur Montgomery (with bow tie), Oma Lydick Montgomery, Walter Chapman, Willis Kimmins, unidentified man, Ira Chapman, Thomas Wilson (with bow tie), Harry Wilson, John McGonigal.
THIRD ROW: (beginning with woman wearing dark jacket and dark hat) Elizabeth Lydick Mason, Allie Chapman, Samuel Lydick, Lillie Lydick Kimmins holding baby Helen Gene Lydick, Gertrude Armstrong Lydick holding baby Peggy Lydick, Henry Dobbs, Skelton (S.R.) Lydick (with dark suspenders), S. Dawson Lydick, John Lydick, Mrs. John Kirchgessner, Alcinda Briggs Lydick. Mrs. Harry Wilson, Ethel Lydick holding baby Joan Lydick, Henry Lydick, Albert Lyle Lydick (sitting in front of Henry), Willis Lydick (wearing dark tie with white spots).
BACK ROW: (all standing) Elizabeth Megaro, Carl Denis, Elizabeth Megaro (daughter), Lillie Chambers, Wilma Lydick Denis (wearing white floppy brim hat), Diora Lydick, Gertrude McGonigal, Carl Lydick, ? Kirchgessner, unidentified woman, unidentified woman, Wilma Kirchgessner, John Kirchgessner, unidentified man, unidentified man, Arthur Chambers, Mary McGonigal, Thelma Chambers, Eula Montgomery, Enoch Criswell, Jenny Mellon, James Mellon.
First Reunion, July 23, 1928
"The first Lydick reunion was held at Zoar Lake Park, July 23, 1928. About fifty persons were present and it was decided to hold another reunion the last Sunday in July (the 24th), 1929 at Rock Springs Park, Chester, W.Va. --- Wm. V. Lydick, secy."
Third Reunion, July 27, 1930
"The third annual Lydick reunion was held at Wheeling Park, Wheeling, W.Va., July 27, 1930. Many branches of the family were represented. After a bounteous dinner a group picture was taken. Later a meeting was held with S.R. Lydick, president, presiding. At this time our president read some very interesting facts concerning the family history dating back more than 200 years.
A short business session was then held at which time it was decided to have our next reunion at Canton, Ohio last Sunday in July, 1931.
S.R. Lydick was re-elected president, Mrs. S.M. Lydick, secretary treasurer and Wilma Kirchgessner, assistant secretary treasurer.
We then were favored with a recitation by Patricia Lydick and some musical selection by Eula Montgomery. After singing a couple of songs together the crowd was dismissed to go to their various homes, hoping to meet again next year. 61 present. --- Della Lydick, secretary"
from a newspaper clipping (newspaper not identified, but probably from Moundsville, WV):
"Annual Lydick Reunion Held At Wheeling Park Sunday -- The third annual Lydick reunion was held at Wheeling Park, Wheeling, W. Va., Sunday, July 27, 1930.
Many different branches of the family were represented from different localities. After a bounteous and delicious dinner, a meeting was held at which time some very interesting family history was read by S.R. Lydick, president.
At the business session it was decided to have the next reunion at Canton, Ohio, on the last Sunday in July, 1931.
S.R. Lydick, of Elm Grove, W.Va. was re-elected president, and S.M. Lydick, Glen Easton, W.Va. was elected secretary-treasurer, with Wilma Kirchgessner of Salem, Ohio, assistant.
Those present were:
Mr. and Mrs. E. Kirchgessner and two children; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd K. Votaw, and child; Mr. and Mrs. L. Kirchgessner and Miss Wilma Kirchgessner; Mr. John Lydick, all of Salem, Ohio.
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Montgomery, daughter Eula, and son Arthur, Jr.; Mr. Harold Peters, Mr. and Mrs. Wilford Fish, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lydick and two children, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fish, daughters Wilma and Vaughn, Mr. and Mrs. John Lydick, all of Moundsville.
Mr. and Mrs. O.H. Stewart and three children, Mr. Samuel Harris and Lawrence Harris, Mr. and Mrs. S.M. Lydick, all of Glen Easton.
Mrs. S.D. Lydick, Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Feeman, and Billy Feeman, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Lydick and Howard, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. S.R. Lydick, Wilma and Willis, Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Kimmons and baby, all of Elm Grove.
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Lydick, Mrs. William Lydick, of Wheeling.
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Lydick, and two children, of Flushing, Ohio.
Mr. Orion Lydick, Tampa, Florida.
Mrs. Hazel Ellery, Pittsburgh.
Mrs. Howard Riggs, Mrs. Elizabeth Neibergall and granddaughter, of McMechen.
Fourth Reunion, July 29, 1931
"The fourth annual reunion of the Lydick family was held at Wheeling Park, Wheeling, West Va., instead of Canton, Ohio, July 29, 1931.
More that one hundred and fifty persons were present, making this the largest attendance and most successful reunion up to this date. This was featured by sumptuous picnic dinner, served by the ladies and enjoyed by all. After dinner the group picture was taken (see photo above) and a social time was enjoyed by old friends and all present.
About 2:30 pm the usual business meeting was called to order by our president S.R. Lydick. At this time a collection was taken and new officers elected. S.R. Lydick, president and treasurer, Wilma Lydick, secretary, Wilma Kirchgessner, assistant secretary. Entertainment committee: Mrs. Velma Votaw, Mrs. Oma Montgomery, Mrs. Mayme Teeman.
We didn't decide at this time about the place of our next meeting but was later decided to be held at Silver Lake Park, Ohio, July 31, 1932.
The oldest members present were S.D. Lydick and brother John Lydick.
The youngest member present was Betty Louise Lydick, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lydick.
During the day we were favored by music rendered by Miss Eula Montgomery and Miss Edith Parsons.
Before departing the group sang a few favorite melodies and were dismissed, hoping to meet again next year. --- Mrs. S.M. Lydick, secretary"
Fifth Reunion, July 31, 1932
"The report of the Lydick Reunion held July 31, 1932.
An abundance of food enjoyed by all in the good old dinner-time way, an interesting game of ball, then, the usual business meeting held at 2:30 pm.
Officers elected were: S.R. Lydick, president; Wilma Lydick, secretary. Entertainment committee: Mrs. Frank Teeman, Mrs. Elizabeth Megaw, Harold Lydick and Lloyd K. Votaw. Decision of location for Reunion of 1933, Minerva Lake Park, Minerva, Ohio, July 30th. Collection received by Uncle John Lydick, $1.97.
Interesting talks were given by Mr. Everett Lydick and Harold Lydick. Shirley Jean Neiswold furnished entertainment which was enjoyed by the audience.
It was then decided a compiling of family history would be read at next reunion. After dismissal a social time was enjoyed by all present, later departing for the various homes hoping to meet again next year. -- Wilma Lydick, secretary"
Obituaries read at the reunion gathering:
"It is with grave reverence we attribute these lines to the memory of our comrades which the Grim Reaper has chosen from our group since our last reunion and claimed.
1. S.D. Lydick -- S.D. Lydick, son of Josiah Lydick and Margaret Richmond Lydick born March 20th, 1857, departed this life October 7, 1931 in his seventy-fifth year of age. He was married at 18, his wife preceding him to the grave several years ago. Surviving him are three sons and three daughters; Carl, Vane and Howard of Wheeling, Mrs. Grace Toppin, Mansfield, Ohio, Mrs. Frank Teeman, Dallas, Mrs. Harry Graham, Wheeling. Also two brothers, John Lydick of Canton, Ohio and Everett Lydick, Sedalia, Mo. and a host of relatives and friends.
He was founder and organizer of Lydick reunions in 1928, and his spirit will ever remain in our midst. His earnest endeavor and resolute courage held the body together, which last year was the largest attended reunion of this group of Lydicks.
2. Enoch John Criswell -- Enoch John Criswell, son of Margret Standiford Criswell and Jas. Criswell born April 19, 1875, was called from the home of his sister, Mrs. Jas. Mellon, February 23, 1932.
Left to mourn his leave are two sisters Mrs. Mary McGonigal Shinston, and Mrs. Jennie Mellon, Loudersville, and many relatives and friends. It is not willed that we shall know our time or going, but it was a shock to all to know Enoch had been chosen from our group so soon. He was in his fifty-eighth year.
3. Charles Harris -- Charles Harris, son of Samuel Harris and Mary Allen Harris born January 20, 1884, called from this life June 15, 1932. Surviving him is his wife, two daughters, his aged father, three brothers and two sisters (his mother died several years ago) and numerous friends and relatives.
To our memories today may we think of our departed ones as gone for a little while but to be reunited. The entire group feels these losses and extends deepest sympathy to the bereaved families."
from a newspaper clipping (newspaper not identified):
"LYDICK REUNION AT SILVER LAKE --
The reunion of the Lydick family was held last Sunday at Silver Lake Park, near Alliance, Ohio. While attendance was less than in the previous year, there was a good turnout. S.R. Lydick was re-elected as president and Wilma Lydick was made secretary-treasurer. The entertainment committee appointed is composed of H.F. Lydick, Mrs. Mayme Teeman, Mrs. Elizabeth Megaw and Lloyd K. Votaw. It was decided to hold the 1933 reunion the last Sunday in July at Minerva Lake Park, near Minerva, Ohio.
A history of the family is to be compiled and read at the next reunion. On the program appeared Miss Shirley Jean Neiswold and others. Everett Lydick of Sedalia, Missouri, who had not visited with his relatives for 53 years, told of his trip west when a boy by wagon. H.F. Lydick gave a talk on the railroads.
A coincidence was the holding at the same time of the Lydda family reunion, believed to be descendants from the same ancestors as the Lydick family.
Present were: Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Lydick, of Sedalia, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Howard Lydick, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Teeman and son; Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Lydick and family; Mr. and Mrs. S.R. Lydick and family, all of West Virginia; Mrs. Elizabeth Megaw and daughters; Mrs. Louise Stamm and family; Mr. and Mrs. H.F. Lydick and family; Mr. and Mrs. John Lindesmith, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Niswonger and daughter; Mrs. Elizabeth Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. L.V. Tappan and son; Mr. and Mrs. Elvin E. Kirchgessner and family; John Lydick, Anthony Kromer and family; Miss Grinwald and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Votaw and family of Ohio."
and from another newspaper clipping (newspaper not identified):
"LYDICK REUNION -- The annual reunion of the Lydick family was held at Silver Lake Park, near Alliance, Ohio, July 31. The attendance was not so large as last year but several families were represented and all enjoyed the delicious picnic dinner, after which the men enjoyed quite an exciting game of mush ball.
At a later hour a business session was called by the president and officers were elected. S.R. Lydick was re-elected president; Wilma Lydick, secretary treasurer. The entertainment committee appointed was H.F. Lydick, Mrs. Mayme Teeman, Mrs. Elizabeth Megaw and Lloyd K. Votaw. The group decided that the next meeting will be held at Minerva Lake Park, Minerva, Ohio, the last Sunday in July 1933. It was suggested that data concerning the Lydick family be obtained and read at the next reunion.
The audience was pleased with the entertainment furnished by little Miss Shirley Jean Neiswold and talks given by other descendants.
Everett Lydick of Sedalia, Mo., who had not visited with his relatives for a period of fifty-three years, gave an interesting talk describing his trip west, by wagon, when a small boy; also comparing pioneer days with the present time.
H.F. Lydick held the attention of the congregation, with illustrations and facts of a railroad career and present day conditions.
A singular coincidence of the meeting was the acquaintance of the Lydda family reunion which is thought to be descendants from the same ancestors as those of the Lydick families. At the conclusion of the meeting the necrology list was read and the roll called.
Those answering were Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Lydick, Sedalia, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Howard Lydick, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Teeman and son. Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Lydick, and family, Mr. and Mrs. S.R. Lydick and family, all of West Virginia towns;
Mrs. Elizabeth Megaw and daughter, Mrs. Louis Stamm and family, Mr. and Mrs. H.F. Lydick and family, Mr. and Mrs. John Lindesmith, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Niswonger and daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Fisher. Mr. and Mrs. L.V. Tappin and son, Mr. and Mrs. Elvin E. Kirchgessner and family, John Lydick, A. Kromer and family, Miss Grinwald, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Votaw and daughter, all of Ohio towns."
(note: Mush ball is a variation of softball, played with a larger, softer ball -- originally designed for indoor, gymnasium, use.)
Seventh Reunion, July 30, 1933
(this was referred to as the 7th Reunion, although it looks like it should have been the 6th).
"The report of the seventh annual Lydick Reunion held at Minerva Lake Park, Minerva, Ohio was one of good attendance.
The usual "easy to take" dinner was served by the ladies; after which, some outside entertainment was enjoyed, until the regular business meeting taken in charge by the president, S.R. Lydick.
Officers were elected by retaining the old ones. Collection $2.21. Expense $2.00. Amount in treasure to date $1.94.
A musical programme of old time melodies was furnished by a three piece orchestra, consisting of a violin, harmonica and guitar. Readings and recitations followed, completed by a tapping performance given by two very young ladies.
Some fine 'old fashioned talks' were furnished in a fine 'old fashioned way' by William Aston, H.F. Lydick and S.R. Lydick.
'After farewells we all departed,
with plans for another perfect day.
Returning home to where we started,
to meet again in the same glad way.'
-- Wilma Lydick, secretary"
Obituaries read at the 1933 reunion gathering:
"Father Time swung his cradle through our group and claimed for his own: Mrs. H.S. Wilson and Raymond Standiford.
Martha Lydick Wilson, daughter of Samuel Lydick and Nancy Standiford Lydick died at her home in Moundsville in her 59th year of age. She was married to Harry Wilson June, 1894. To this union four children were born: Mr. Thomas Wilson, Mrs. Raymond Johnson, Nelle and Charles, all of Moundsville. Mrs. Wilson possessed a very charitable and pleasant disposition and was especially known by her work of charity among the poor and needy. Besides her husband and children, hosts of friends and relatives mourn her passing.
Raymond Standiford, son of Joseph and Sophia Standiford, passed away at the Glendale Hospital, in his 23rd year, February 23, 1933. Raymond was a very pleasant young man and is greatly and sadly missed by all. Surviving him are his parents, one brother Joseph, and four sisters: Mrs. Harrison Chambers, Mrs. Roy Rine, Mrs. Ruth Holmes and Adda at home."
from a newspaper clipping (newspaper not identified):
"SAND HILL -- The 1934 reunion of the Lydick family will be held at Wheeling Park, it was decided at the annual reunion of the clan, held Sunday at Minerva Lake Park, Minerva, Ohio.
An unusually large attendance marked the reunion despite the heavy rain storm which prevailed the greater part of the day. At the business meeting all officers and committees were re-elected. The program included: violin and guitar duet, S.R. Lydick and son; songs, Keith Lydick; recitation, Patricia Lydick; reading, Mrs. S.R. Lydick; medleys, Wilson Kowers and Harry Lydick; tapping, Elizabeth Lydick and Shirley Jean Niswonger; guitar and harmonica duets, Wilson Lewers and Harry Lydick; songs, Harry Lydick; talks, William Aston, Harold Lydick and S.R. Lydick.
Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. John Kirchgessner and daughter; Mr. and Mrs. Edward Niswonger and daughter; Mr. and Mrs. John Lindsmith; Mr. and Mrs. L. Reash; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Lydick and family; Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Kirchgessner and son; Mr. and Mrs. L.V. Tappan and son; Mrs. Elizabeth Fisher and daughter; Mrs. Thomas Gorsuch; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd K. Votaw and daughter; Mrs. Elizabeth Megaw and daughter; Mrs. Louis Stamm and children; Mr. and Mrs. S.M. Lydick; Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Tappan and daughter; Mr. John Lydick, Canton, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Feeman and son; Mr. and Mrs. S.R. Lydick and family, Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Lydick and family; Mr. Howard Lydick; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lydick and family.
Visitors present: Mr. and Mrs. Henderer, Canton, Ohio; Mr. William Aston; Mr. George Aston, Carrollton, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Lewers and daughter, Canton, Ohio; Miss Edyth Parsons, Elm Grove, W.Va."
Ninth Reunion, July 29, 1934
(this was recorded as the 9th Reunion, although it probably should have been either the 7th or 8th)
"The ninth Lydick Reunion held at Wheeling Park, Wheeling, W.Va. July 29, 1934 was the largest meeting recorded since the Lydick clan met for the first time in 1926. More than 200 people registered and many names were not received.
At noon the perfectly prepared dinner was served by the ladies which everyone present enjoyed and appreciated.
The 'high spot' of the day was the Dallas Orchestra directed by Mr. Paul Rhoades. Many beautiful selections of old favorites and popular music was played. The remainder of the program was remarkably finished by members of the clan.
Miss Eula Montgomery played a number of selections sponsored by the Moundsville Kiwanis Club.
Following the program, the business meeting was conducted by S.R. Lydick, president. Officers and committees installed for the coming year: Harold F. Lydick, president; Wilma Lydick, secretary-treasurer. Entertainment committee: Arlie Lydick, Mrs. Eugene Chamberlain, Mrs. Oma Montgomery, Mrs. S.M. Lydick, Mrs. Homer Stewart, Mrs. Willis Kimmins, Miss Wilma Fish. Location committee: Harry Lydick. Collection taken by H.F. Lydick amounting to $3.68. -- Wilma Lydick, secretary."
Tenth Reunion, July 1935
The tenth annual Lydick reunion was held at Wheeling Park, Wheeling, W.Va. July 29, 1935. Many branches of the family were represented. After a bountiful dinner a group picture was taken. At 1:30 pm a program of music and speaking was conducted by H.F. Lydick, president. The music was furnished by the Dallas Orchestra, readings and speaking by members and friends of the clan. Some very interesting data concerning family history was read by the president.
The outstanding event of the day was the exhibition of a family Bible* and Christian Hymnal which was presented by Samuel Harris. These relics have been in the Lydick family for more than a century. Mr. Harris also presented two silk handkerchiefs, wedding presents of his mother, which were near 100 years old. Mr. Harris was a Civil War veteran as well as the oldest living member of the clan.
Letters were received from J.E. Lydick, Sedalia, Missouri; Jesse Lydick, Roseville, Illinois; and Mrs. Charles Johnson, Galesburg, Illinois. A very interesting biography of Frank Lydick, a notable attorney and musician living in St. Louis, Missouri was read.
Following this, the business meeting was conducted by the president, H.F. Lydick. Clan officers installed were: H.F. Lydick, president; Wilma Lydick, secretary-treasurer. Entertainment committee: Mrs. Oma Montgomery, Miss Wilma Fish, Mrs. S.M. Lydick, Mrs. Willis Kimmins, Mr. Arlie Lydick (chairman), Mrs. Homer Stewart, Mrs. Elizabeth Chamberlain. Location committee: Harry Lydick (chairman), H.F. Lydick, S.R. Lydick. Amount in treasury $3.84. Stamps and cards $.80 leaving remainder of $3.04.
Program:
Dallas Orchestra
Contribution of heirlooms by Samuel Harris
Reading -- Wilma Fish
Recitation -- Helen Jean Kimmins
Song -- Lee Ellen Lydick
Orchestra
Reading -- Mrs. Josy Ruth
Recitation -- Lee Ellen Lydick
Reading -- Dorothy Chambers and Sister Caroline Speakire
Business Meeting
Remarks"
* this was the Bible owned by Samuel Lydick (son of Joseph Leydig, Jr.), possibly presented at the time of his marriage to Catherine Fair, about 1820. There are photographs of the Bible on the Lydick Photo Gallery page (Click here to see the photos).
Following is a transcript of the Lydick Family History that was read at the reunion. It is interesting reading, but conflicts quite a bit with what we, today, generally accept to be factual about the family's history:
"Joseph Lydick, German scientist born 1670 in Berlin. Married into the royal family of Hahenloe at the age of 19 years. He became a well known scientist before his twenty-first year, at which time he entered into an uprising and reformation of the German government. He was exiled and moved to New Amsterdam, New York. He later moved to the site of Philadelphia where he married and became father of six sons: Joseph, Jr. and John (twins), Thomas, Henry, Karl and George.
Joseph, Jr. and John married - moved to Nebraska where their descendants became the most wealthy farmers of that state. They changed their name to LYDICK. Thomas moved to Illinois and became LIDIC. Henry moved to Pittsburg - became an architect and went by the name of LYDIG. Karl went to Germany at the age of 30 to study science. George, the youngest, was drowned at sea on his first seagoing voyage, age 17."
Eleventh Reunion, August 9, 1936
"The 11th annual reunion of the Lydick Clan was held in Wheeling Park August 9, 1936. The dinner was served on the hilltop site where more than 200 persons picnicked.
A short program was given by members of the clan. The Dallas Orchestra furnished the music. A collection of $6.45 was given to the orchestra for incidental expense.
Several short talks were made. James M. Lydick, a Pennsylvania editor and journalist, made a very interesting address.
A brief business meeting was conducted by the president of the clan, H.F. Lydick. Motions were made and approved to hold the reunion every two years."
from a West Virginia newspaper clipping (newspaper not identified):
"LYDICK CLAN HELD THEIR REUNION AT WHEELING PARK --
The members of the Lydick family, numbering 300, gathered at the lower end of the hill at Wheeling Park Sunday and held their eleventh annual reunion. This is the largest reunion the clan has ever had.
H.F. Lydick, of Flushing, Ohio, was elected president of the clan. S.R. Lydick, of Elm Grove, was elected vice-president, and Wilma Lydick, of Elm Grove, secretary-treasurer.
Harry Lydick was chairman of the location committee and Arlie Lydick, chairman of the entertainment committee.
The program opened with an election of officers. J.M. Lydick of Washington, Pa., addressed the members. The Dallas quartette presented a few numbers. Miss Mary Virginia Lydick then gave a recitation. duets were sung by Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lydick, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Clovis, and Belvo and Elsie Chambers. Short talks were given by a few members of the clan. A concert was presented by the Dallas orchestra.
Next year the reunion will not be held, but it was decided that in 1938 the family will gather at Schoenbrun Park, near New Philadelphia, Ohio.
The members who came the farthest were: Charles Johnson, of Galesburg, Illinois, and Mr. and Mrs. George Lyons from Indiana."
Twelfth reunion, August 28, 1938
"The twelfth annual Lydick reunion was held at Oglebay Park (near Wheeling, W.Va.), in rustic cabin number 12, August 28, 1938, where approximately 200 members of the clan met and informal greetings were exchanged.
Dinner was served at the noon hour by the mothers and wives of the clan. The group assembled 2:00 pm for a devotional service and business meeting. Mrs. S.M. Lydick and Mrs. W.R. Kimmins conducted devotionals. The Scripture lesson was chosen from Luke, Chapters 10-12. Brief discussion and comments were made. Concluded with the Lord's Prayer.
Songs and recitations were given by younger members of the clan. Older members discussed clan history. Suggestions were made and approved for compiling of data.
H.F. Lydick, clan president, presided at business meeting. New officers and committees were appointed excepting the president and secretary (old officers were retained).
Henry Lydick, Moundsville, and Arlie Lydick, New Philadelphia, Ohio, were selected to arrange a field day program for 1939 reunion. Cadiz, Ohio was site chosen (these plans were later dismissed).
Location committee: H.F. Lydick, Elizabeth Megaw. Program committee: Lyle Lydick, Mrs. S.M. Lydick, Lillie Kimmins.
James Lydick, Washington, Pa. read an interesting article from the "Oregonian". This included John Lydick's will (an early settler of Pennsylvania) as well as a tribute to the early settlers of Pennsylvania, of which the Lydicks were many.
In conclusion the group autographed a "good will" roll which was "air mailed" to Mrs. Della Lydick, Daly City, California. Della received the greeting 20 hours from date. Delightfully expressed her appreciation, and wished the clan the best of luck in new undertakings.
Amount in treasure $3.04
Expenses: postal cards $0.21 postage $0.06
Balance $2.77
Oglebay Park fee $5.00
Deficit $2.23
Collection $6.00
Left in treasure $3.77"