henry s jenks, daughters of union civil war

   Henry S. Jenks Chapter    National Society Daughters of the Union 1861-1865 Minutes    Agenda    Our Patriots    Past Meetings
Christmas on the Grand    Scrapbooking    Rhinestone Pin/Pouches    ROH Fundraiser


Henry S. Jenks 1837-1925 Co. D, 114th Reg't, NY Volunteer Infantry

WHO WE ARE

The National Society Daughters of the Union 1861-1865 was founded October 9, 1912 in New York City, New York by Mrs. Frank Crowell. The Society is a hereditary society formed to honor the soldiers and patriots who were dedicated to preserving the Union during the Civil War.
Linda Haney, Organizing Regent of Henry S. Jenks Chapter organized the chapter August 25, 2001 and chartered our chapter November 17, 2001 in Grand Rapids Michigan.

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Our chapter meets 3 to 4 times a year in the greater Grand Rapids, MI area.
For information about our chapter and the requirements for membership, please contact:
     Regent P. DeHaan
     Registrar J. Hull
     National Society contact information:
National Society Daughters of the Union 1861-1865
Membership Chair
P. O. Box 718
New Albany, IN 47150
or
Membership Chairman

PRINCIPLES OF THE SOCIETY
This Society acknowleges as its fundamental principles:
A. A firm belief and trust in Almighty God, extolling Him under whose beneficent guidance the sovereignty and integrity of the Union have been maintained, the honor of the Flag vindicated and the blessings of Civil Liberty secured, established and enlarged.
B. Allegiance to the United States of America based on paramount respect for and fidelity to its Constitution and laws, manifested by discountenancing whatever may tend to weaken loyalty, incite to insurrection, treason or rebellion, or impair in any manner the efficiency and permanency of our free institutions.

OUR OBJECTS

To honor the memory of the men and women who contributed towards the preservation of the Union during the Civil War, extending over the years 1861-1865
To foster a spirit of patriotism, loyalty and love of country
To uphold the honor of the Flag of the United States of America
To give financial aid to Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, Tennessee
Our National motto is "Let Us Have Peace"
Our National song is "Battle Hymn of the Republic"
Our flower is the Tea Rose

A Few Things We Have Done!
     September 24, 2011: Grave dedication at Marne Cemetery, Marne, MI
     Follow this link to view the Grave Dedication
    CONGRESS 2011 - What fun we had
     Follow the link to view Congress Images
     View images of Touring the Mississippi and Sales

CHAPTER MEETINGS
     Next Meeting
       Date: Saturday January 28, 2012 - 10:00 a.m.
       Place: Comfort Suites: 7644 Caterpillar Court, Grand Rapids, MI 49548 (76th Street exit #75 off US-131)
       Special Guest: President General Ellen Stortz will be presenting a special program;
                          “They Fought Like Demons: Women Soldiers in the Civil War”
       Potluck: Bring a dish to pass
         RSVP to J. Hull
      Bring:
         Agenda for this meeting
         Minutes from October 22, 2011 meeting

CALENDAR OF EVENTS
     Coming Soon
      Events will be posted as they become available

FUNDRAISERS

       Rhinestone Pin/Pouches

       Reflection of Honor

       Civil War Scrapbooking -including Lincoln items

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
          Emily C. VanDyke Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Emily's scholarship is now maintained by Alma College. You can still make donations to the scholarship by going to their web page or by calling them directly and using a credit card.

       Designate your donation to: Emily C. VanDyke Memorial Endowed Scholarship
         Alma College donations
         Phone number - 800-291-1312

LINKS
National Society Daughters of the Union 1861-1865
Andrew Jackson Penny Chapter Daughters of the Union 1861-1865
John Butler Chapter Daughters of the Union 1861-1865
Frederick A. Bartleson Chapter Daughters of the Union 1861-1865

FAVORITE LINKS
The Star-Spangled Banner Flag House
National Museum of American History
Civil War Home
Stephen Preston Chapter United States Daughters 1812
Sons of Union Veterans Civil War
Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System
Michigan Family History Network
Civil War Photographs at The Library of Congress
RootsWeb
U.S.Genweb
The Hisory Place
Cyndi's List

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Web Page Design - J. Hull

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