[GreenKeys] Teleprinter Collectors Association

Wed, 20 Mar 2002 20:29:21 -0600

George, Count me in. Tom
----- Original Message -----
From: "George B. Hutchison" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2002 8:20 PM
Subject: [GreenKeys] Teleprinter Collectors Association


> GreenKeyers - - -
>
> I am still in the midst of ascertaining a method of perpetuating the
> spirit and services, if not the callsign of WC2XPF.
>
> I have discovered that certain bureaus of the FCC tend to favor projects
> and ambitions of relatively small non-profit groups who are intent on some
> manner of service or effort for the public good.
>
> To this end, Jerry Lockett, N6JP and myself have come up a possible
> mechanism whereby the activities of WC2XPF would gain significant
> consideration  in the eyes of the FCC.
>
> How many of you would consider joining what I shall call at this time the
> "GreenKeys Teleprinter Collectors Association"???
>
> I envision this as an incorporated, non-profit entity whose intent is to
> foster the collection, restoration and operation of electro-mechanical
> printing communication devices such as teleprinters, stock tickers, and
> the like.
>
> Essentially that is about what we do right now, but it is not a chartered
> group.
>
> Please think about it. There is a lot of expertise and skill amongst us,
> and collectively we could do a rather impressive job of stating our case
> before the commission.
>
> I have no real life right now, but in order to keep the work and effort
> that went into WA9XHN/WC2XPF from going into the toilet, I would be
> willing to assume the position of President for a limited amount of time
> until we either got it going or it was soundly defeated. There is plenty
> of room for advisors and committees or other means of establishing a
> course for such an organization.
>
> I don't want to go into it much more right now, but will say that if you
> are interested, send me your telephone number and I would be more than
> happy to call and fill you in on what has transpired thus far, and why I
> feel that an organized group can be a positive move.
>
> My Phone is 253-833-6755 if you want to call me.
>
> Thanks and 73,
>
> George, W7KSJ
>
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