Stone County Missouri
Historical & Genealogical Society

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Special Meeting Minutes
August 28, 2007
(Provided by Elba Johnson)

The regular meeting of the Stone County Historical/Genealogical Society was called to order at 1:30 p.m. on October 7, 2007 by President Tony DeLong.

Minutes of the August Special meeting were read, a motion to approve was made by Myrna Fischer and seconded by Linda Dorman, motion carried.

The financial report was read by the President due to absence of the Treasurer, a motion to accept the report was made by Thomas Maples and seconded by Betty Moore, motion carried.  Report filed for audit.

Tony reported sales from the Hurley Festival on Saturday amounted to $119.00. The Galena Fall Festival will be held on October 13th, Marty Bennett and Elba Johnson will work the booth. Tony will be at the Wooley Creek Festival.

A nominating Committee was appointed for the election of a 3 year director, Vice President and Treasurer for the next 2 years.

Tony introduced the special speaker of the day, Randy Bell of Bell Publishers, Rich Hill, Missouri, publisher of Volume 2. He explained how the book would be handled, hardback, acid free paper, matching color binding, and stated that half of the books sold would be for those living out of state. He also stated there should be a Book Committee consisting of at least 6 members and the whole society should participate. There should be Representatives from each town, which has already been established.

Mr. Bell stated if the Society began right now, the book could be delivered in 14 to 16 months. He suggested limiting wording to 400 per article with a cost of 10 cents per word for any over that amount. Pictures would be 1 free and $10 each for extra. Cost will depend upon number of pages, Mr. Bell had handouts of various prices and of the services the publishing company provide.

He stated that all articles should be typed, double spaced. Heirloom photos should be copied and originals not submitted. The Society will sign a contract, make a $50.00 deposit with 1/3 of the cost being due when layout is done, 1/3 when finished and final payment on delivery.

A motion to publish Stone County History Book Volume 3 was made by Lois Watkins and seconded by Myrna Fischer, motion carried.

A motion to adjourn meeting was made by Secretary and seconded by Thomas Maples. Meeting adjourned and refreshments were provided by President DeLong.