1998 Christmas Party
By Jeff Perry

Last year's Christmas party was held at the Vista home of members Ed & Betty Huston. Their charming English Tudor style house, which Betty has beautifully decorated, gave the party a wonderful big-family-like atmosphere.

Huston's home at the end of a cul-de-sac provided a great location to both park and visit.

   The Club's tradition of providing roast turkey and carved ham continued, through the efforts of Bob & Del Skoog. After dinner, co-founding member Bud Hartwell was honored for his contributions to the SDVSA Chapter by being presented the Sir Thomas Crapper Award. Bud is only the second member to ever receive this highly coveted award!

   As in the past, the bringing of unwrapped stuffed toys for children in local hospitals was again coordinated by Cindy Hartwell. Moreover, SDVSA editor Goran Freske continued his tradition of bringing a, much sought after, set of stainless-steel valve stems as a "White Elephant" gift.

   As the pictures show, we were blessed with a warm December day; combined with the Huston's excellent location, all party-goers were provided an outstanding view of the beautiful surrounding Vista & Oceanside skyline. By day's end, a total of thirty-six individuals and nine 1800's had attended.   Left, Chapter coordinator Russ Orrell talks with two neighbors curious about the P1800 marque.

   The Club thanks Ed & Betty for providing their home and helping to make this another great SDVSA Christmas Party!

Members and their families pose for a late afternoon photo.