The Stovebolt Site Forums The Side Lot Old Dominion Stovebolt Society (MD, VA, West VA, DC, DE and PA) Winchester 2025 - September 25th through the 27th

Are we going? Been no talk of it.

I am planning to make my way down. So far no calendar conflicts. Joe

I'm in.

Its penciled in for me ... I'm hoping ...

Sorry to ask, but when is it?

September 25th through the 27th

I was wondering if I would see any of ya’ll there. 😊

Winchester? Miss Winchester? Oh heck no!

If it please the court, may I humbly add a hearty Harrumph! to Brother Marlow's last comment.

Harrumph.

Also, I would like to put Brother VIctor on the censure list for asking such a blasphemous question.

Double harrumph.

Ok, fine. But it’s not the first censure list that Brother Victor has been on!

And just for clarity, Bond Villian, aren’t you out of your jurisdictional area?

Well, since there was “NO” spring events this year, of course Winchester is on my schedule!
Jim

Brother Roache

I hereby request the AG who - yes Jim - remains within jurisdiction serve you with the follow charges to be discussed at proceedings:

Accusing fellow ODSS Brothers that missing Winchester was even an option.

Second:

Brother Jim

You sir I cannot defend against our AG's actions for thinking for even a moment that he has in any way relinquished his sworn duty.

May God have mercy on your soul......

Oh and, I didn’t get a Harumph outta that guy!

I stand behind my written words!

Excuse me?? As the creative genius (yes, in all the humility I can muster ... which is practically none ...) yes, I said gene-yus(and as we all know, good genes are all the rage at the moment ....) behind Stovebolt.com not to mention .... if I may point out a minor point here ... it's OWNER .... (harrumph, harrumph) ...

I assure you, Sir .... *ALL* of the Stovebolt-O-Verse is within my jurisdiction. Even though the Southern Bolters completely blow me off, I will attend to them in turn... um, where were we? ah yes... Brother Scmitdtt (or however you spell it) and his disappointing lack of loyalty ... Wherever you think you can run to in your twisted logic, you find that I am already there, trap set. Muahahahahahahaha. I intend to put you at the very tippy tip top of my naughty list. The bleeding edge, as it were.

Harrumph!

Phew ... Im just glad when I checked just now, I wasn't logged in as Peggy for that last one ...

I'm in!

Mike B

Well then. I'll plan on being there. I do believe it will be with Dempsey as my dance partner and my tent as my shelter. "Gentlemen"

Dad and I are planning to make the great escape out of the northern country and attend this great event again this year. Hoping to find refuge among the ODSS regime as we have in the past. Holding on to the idea that we may still be in good standing with the general caucus and of course Commander and Chief, El Presidente Milliman.

Looking forward to it!!
--Tom H.

With Billy officially retired, what day will he arrive? Monday????

Ah yes, twisted logic! I’m not the one blabbering about! I however spoke the truth! Here, I thought that the 3804 owners took care of each other. Was I ever wrong! Bark all you want. See ya in council.
Sincerely,
Jim Schmidt.
And dear John, that’s the correct spelling!

Tom "El Presidente"?? Heck no. That prestigious honor belongs to Cosmo. It is consequently my degrading duty to serve as First Lord of the Treasury, Lord Chief Justice, Commander-in-Chief, Lord High Admiral, Master of the Buckhounds, Groom of the Back Stairs, and Attorney General of the ODSS, both acting and elect, all rolled into one. And at a salary! A Pooh-Bah paid for his services! I a salaried minion! But I do it! It revolts me, but I do it!

Schmidt -- you turned on me first.

Dear John.
Are you referring to the ( no spring wrenchfest) ?
If that is the case, then you, dear John, are mistaken.
Wasn’t blaming anyone! Merely stating that there wasn’t a gathering this past spring. Otherwise know as a gathering of fellow Americans enjoying old trucks and the occasional beverage. Ok, a lot more than the occasional beverage.
Yours in truck,
Jim

Lord High Admiral,
I meant no disrespect to El Presidente Cosmo. I should have known better especially after having the great fortune of being in his presence this past May at the Smoky Mountain Nationals.
Please accept my formal apology and continue to grant my father and I safe passage into ODSS territory for the aforementioned Winchester of Trucks.

Respectfully,
--Tom H.

Tom,
I applaud your sense of civility in this matter. I must, however, defer to the Sergeant of Arms (Sweet) in this instance as acceptance of apologies falls within his purview, not mine. Best of luck with THAT ...

As they say, "To err is human. To forgive, divine. Neither, however, is ODSS policy."

Harrumph

And James... I am *never* mistaken. Do try to remember that, won't you? Bringing you before the ODSS Star Chamber every TriState is becoming quite ... tedious.

Sigh ...

Tom,
You had a spring event to attend? From what I read and saw, it was a huge success unlike?
Guess I will have to bring some cherished offerings to appease the powers that hold court.
What you say, a bribe? Never, just showing my appreciation for the fair justice system that I will be found innocent in.
Sincerely,
A proud fellow 3800 owner! The same one that we “all” participated in swapping out the rear pumpkin at a …………………….(dare I say)…….. Spring Wrenchfest!

Schmitty, your only hope, as far as I have ever observed, to avoid prosecution is to challenge the assigned prosecuting attorney to a sing-off in the presence of the ODSS President. He and only He can grant clemency.
Better bone up on your crooning abilities.

Carl,
Have you ever heard me sing? There’s a reason why you haven’t!
But, I would love to see our “El Presidente” at the Winchester show!
Always a pleasure when he makes an appearance at a Stovebolt event!
Jim

Won’t be long now!

My favorite picture of the ol’ grouch!

Jim Schmidt, you better bring a lawyer and some hush and bribe money as there is gunna be proceedin's fer yor transgressions!

Awful quiet out there. Winchester is right around the corner. Is it too early for a head count? I will be there in some form or fashion, hopefully early.
What say yoose guys?

I’m planning on it. Going to a multi day bluegrass festival today so need to confirm with the boss how many days I can get for Winchester.

I was supposed to be camping in Maine for the entire month, but the weather is too nice in the Shenandoah Valley to leave… mid 40’s every morning and mid 70’s every day. I plan to attend the event and hang out with my brothers. No Stovebolt to bring, but I plan to bring one, or both of my R. Lee Ermey pickup trucks.

See you there,
George

Dana and I will be there Wednesday to help John V lay out the vendor spaces.

Mike B

I tried to stir up the hornets! Guess their hibernating!

I will be there.

Likely a Friday morning arrival.

4.5 hour ride from my place. Would consider driving my 51but mostly all interstate highway travel. Guess I could take a slow ride down US 11.

I'll be there, regretfully not driving my '49.

I'm coming with tent and truck.