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| Early in 1988 several interested Pomeranian fanciers in North and South Carolina began discussing the possibility of forming an area Pomeranian Club. The meeting date - June 11, 1988, and site – Ken Griffith’s home in Kannapolis, N. C. – were set. A notice of this meeting was published in the Pomeranian Reader and those interested were asked to contact Patty Griffin or Ken Griffith. A map and details were mailed to all who expressed an interest and everyone was asked to bring a dish for a get-acquainted social. On June 11, 1988, 24 people were on hand to share ideas. Patty Griffin was elected to serve as chairman and Dot Martin was Secretary for the meeting. Copies of the American Kennel Club sample constitution and By Laws and “The Formation of a Dog Club” were distributed. The name Carolina Pomeranian Club was selected to denote the general area for our membership. Charlotte Pomeranian Club was considered but it seemed too restrictive. Southeastern Pomeranian Club seemed too broad for our purposes. Membership applications were completed and it was decided that anyone who joined before Jan. 1. 1989 would be considered a charter member. Dues were set at $10.00 per person or $15.00 per couple residing at the same address. Officers and Directors were elected, a newsletter chairman was appointed and a date set for the next meeting. Newsletters were sent to prospective members and the American Pomeranian Club membership list was used along with suggestions from members about people who might desire to join. At the September 3, 1988 meeting , plans were made for the first Fun Match on Feb. 25, 1989 at the Piedmont Kennel Club show building. The Charlotte, N. C. Dog Training Club was holding an obedience match on that day and we were able to sub-lease space with permission from the Piedmont Kennel Club. At the meeting on Dec. 10, 1988, the first nominating committee was appointed and match judges were selected. Maynard Wood of Virginia and Dariel Jackson of Columbia, S. C. agreed to handle the assignment. Entry fees and classes were set. Ribbons were to be ordered by the trophy chairman and a ring steward was recruited. The club voted to have a silent auction at the conclusion of the match. Ken Griffith served as official photographer/ Pictures and a write-up were to be sent to the Pomeranian Reader and Pomeranian Review. The match ran very smoothly with few problems. |
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