September 2022 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:34131] W6UOU SK in 2021
by Richard Norton 30 Sep '22

30 Sep '22

In the 1950s and 60s, Henry Radio, with three stores run by the Henry brothers, W0ARA, W6ZN, and W6UOU, was likely the largest ham radio equipment dealer in the USA. Later, Henry amplifiers, such as the 2-K were widespread. There was an ARRL News story about Ted Henry, W6UOU, in 2020. Henry Radio Los Angeles Founder Ted Henry, W6UOU, is 100 | | | | | | | | | | | Henry Radio Los Angeles Founder Ted Henry, W6UOU, is 100 The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) is the national association for amateur radio, connecting hams around the... | | | At last Saturday's San Diego Hamfest in Lakeside, I learned that Ted had passed away at age 101.5, a year and a half ago. It was surprising that this did not even make Silent Keys, but I guess the family kept it quiet. I also learned that Bob Burchett, WB6SLC, recently purchased the remainder of the Henry Radio business. Bob is now operating two radio stores. The newest of the stores is All Day Electronics Radios in Ramona, CA, operated with WA6HXM, Peter Von Hagen. I was chairman of the DX Convention in 1978, when I moved it from Fresno to Visalia. Ted Henry was the banquet speaker that year. Just before the convention, I had the opportunity to visit him in his newly rebuilt home, and see the swimming pool that Ted and his family were in while watching their house burn during one of Southern California's big wildfires. Ted's talk allowed a good number of hams to get to know something about an otherwise very quiet, prominent California ham. 73, Dick, N6AA

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[arrl-odv:34130] Harry Dannals W2HD Funeral Dropbox link
by James F. Boehner, MD 30 Sep '22

30 Sep '22

To all, I had mentioned that someone was going to send me pictures from Harry's funeral on a memory stick. I just received a package from Jim Wilson K4BAV, photographer. I have placed them and other documentation in my dropbox. If anyone has an interest, or for historic importance to the ARRL, here is the dropbox link which will be good for a week or so: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/sv839gslzxyqn1k/AAB0p6z6HA8DENbZzSwzidONa?dl=0 I'm sure this has already been done, but just wanted to make sure that Harry is listed in the January Board minutes for our moment of silence. '73 de Jim N2ZZ Director - Roanoke Division Representing ARRL members in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia ARRL - the national association for Amateur Radio Facebook Page: ARRL Roanoke Division Website: <http://www.arrl-roanoke.org/> www.arrl-roanoke.org

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[arrl-odv:34121] 2 years. Who knew.
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 29 Sep '22

29 Sep '22

I received a nice email today from Rick who reminded me that today was my 2 year anniversary as CEO. Who knew! It is remarkable how fast 2 years has gone by. I dove into the deep end from the start and am still, without success, looking for a solid week on my calendar to take off. Only a bout with COVID offered me the ability to take a week off to rest! I want to take a moment this evening to say Thank You, to all of you. I love what I do. What we do. There is light at the end of the tunnel - and it is not an oncoming train. We really are at the tipping point of changing the way we fund, budget, and operate this business in order to continue all the good work we do promoting and protecting this crazy hobby of hobbies that we love so much. I remember an early discussion with Director Stratton, who coached me early on that there's so much to do, put the 5 year strategy on the back burner and come back to it when there's time, and when you know more. It was the best advice I've received in years. My view of where we are going on a macro basis has not changed. How we prioritize what's needed and how we get there is quite different. I am happy to be now starting the hard work of building the strategy to continue to move us through the myriad challenges before us, not the least of which is the digital transformation of ARRL. It is remarkable how little I knew 2 years ago - that would matter - going into this exercise. When I was asked in Denver in July 2020 what my commitment would be to this job if I were hired, I said I'd be happy to serve for 10 years. Well, there's the first 2 years gone, and in many ways I feel like we're just getting started. Again, thank you for your support. It is what gives me the strength of conviction to carry on through the trials of this difficult job. With my warmest regards. David

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[arrl-odv:34125] VD Schilling
by Mark J Tharp 29 Sep '22

29 Sep '22

Just got a text from him. Little damage at his QTH but has no power, no internet, and "so-so" phone coverage. FYI. Mark, HDX

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[arrl-odv:34123] Scam email
by k5ur＠aol.com 28 Sep '22

28 Sep '22

There's another scam email going around asking for money. It comes in under my name (not my email address) and mentions John Sager being unavailable and then asks for the recipient to process a payment. Disregard it should you receive it. Rick - K5UR

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[arrl-odv:34118] Hurricane Ian activities
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 28 Sep '22

28 Sep '22

There is a very high level of interest in what is happening with this hurricane due to its scale and likelihood of causing serious damage. I asked Josh to put together a quick bullet list of what's happening in EmComm with relation to Ian. If you have any comments or suggestions please shoot Josh an email. Thanks. David * Communications with SM's and SEC's in FL began last week. * Working with David Siddall to submit the Emergency Request for a Temporary Waiver for Symbol Rate Rules that has now been approved * Online Zoom meeting with Communications Leaders in FEMA Region 4 * Florida ARES has been requested in several shelter locations * Florida Emergency Management requested ARES members to operate in the state emergency operations center. They can fulfill this request at this time. * Arc Thames, W4CPD, SEC North Florida, has been designated the Florida Amateur Radio Liaison for Florida Emergency Management * Zoom Calls held Monday 9/26, and Tuesday 9/27 included SEC's, SM's and ARRL HQ to go over the incident action plan for the event including the comm plan. In those meetings Florida officials asked not to share the frequencies nationwide at this time due to past experience with intentional interference. Discussions were very positive and it is apparent that all 3 sections were working with members to prepare as much as possible * Emergency Management has worked with the PR and News Team to get information out regarding response. One important message is for volunteers not to self-deploy. * EM Staff are monitoring weather news outlets and online VOIP amateur radio net. * Our W1AW Winlink station has been switched to be able to handle PACTOR IV and our SHARES Station has been activated. * Ham Aid kits are ready to ship if needed and FL has been briefed on what is available in addition to what they have pre-deployed * Several meetings with CISA communications officials as well as RAC partners who have offered any support they can provide. * Emails with National Hurricane Center with coordination for support (hams in place at the NHC)

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[arrl-odv:34119] Re: Hurricane Ian activities
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 28 Sep '22

28 Sep '22

Yes. Of course we have already heard from some people who felt “left out” of our news pieces so naturally be prepared for that… David From: Fred Kemmerer <fkemmerer(a)anita-fred.net> Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2022 2:08 PM To: Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) <dminster(a)arrl.org>; arrl-odv <arrl-odv(a)arrl.org> Subject: Re: [arrl-odv:34118] Hurricane Ian activities Nicely done David and Josh. Thank you! This will help us to keep folks informed on what the ARRL is doing. Is it OK to share this with members and our Field Folks? Best and 73, Fred Kemmerer, AB1OC Tel: (603) 413-5400 Mail: ab1oc(a)arrl.org<mailto:ab1oc@arrl.org> ARRL New England Division Director [Text, logo Description automatically generated] From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces(a)reflector.arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org>> on behalf of David Minster <dminster(a)arrl.org<mailto:dminster@arrl.org>> Date: Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 2:05 PM To: arrl-odv <arrl-odv(a)arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv@arrl.org>> Subject: [arrl-odv:34118] Hurricane Ian activities There is a very high level of interest in what is happening with this hurricane due to its scale and likelihood of causing serious damage. I asked Josh to put together a quick bullet list of what’s happening in EmComm with relation to Ian. If you have any comments or suggestions please shoot Josh an email. Thanks. David * Communications with SM’s and SEC’s in FL began last week. * Working with David Siddall to submit the Emergency Request for a Temporary Waiver for Symbol Rate Rules that has now been approved * Online Zoom meeting with Communications Leaders in FEMA Region 4 * Florida ARES has been requested in several shelter locations * Florida Emergency Management requested ARES members to operate in the state emergency operations center. They can fulfill this request at this time. * Arc Thames, W4CPD, SEC North Florida, has been designated the Florida Amateur Radio Liaison for Florida Emergency Management * Zoom Calls held Monday 9/26, and Tuesday 9/27 included SEC’s, SM’s and ARRL HQ to go over the incident action plan for the event including the comm plan. In those meetings Florida officials asked not to share the frequencies nationwide at this time due to past experience with intentional interference. Discussions were very positive and it is apparent that all 3 sections were working with members to prepare as much as possible * Emergency Management has worked with the PR and News Team to get information out regarding response. One important message is for volunteers not to self-deploy. * EM Staff are monitoring weather news outlets and online VOIP amateur radio net. * Our W1AW Winlink station has been switched to be able to handle PACTOR IV and our SHARES Station has been activated. * Ham Aid kits are ready to ship if needed and FL has been briefed on what is available in addition to what they have pre-deployed * Several meetings with CISA communications officials as well as RAC partners who have offered any support they can provide. * Emails with National Hurricane Center with coordination for support (hams in place at the NHC)

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[arrl-odv:34116] Tom Comstock - N5TC
by k5ur＠aol.com 28 Sep '22

28 Sep '22

HQ received a call today from the son of Tom Comstock, N5TC,informing us that Tom had passed away. Tom was former West Gulf Division Directorand was named Director Emeritus in 2012. HQ is preparing an article. I worked with Tom over the years and learned a lot fromhim. He was a hard worker and really cared for the League. He set a good examplefor being a Board member. He was also a Director on the ARRL Foundation. This is very sad news about Tom and on the heels of losing anotherformer Board official Harry Dannals. I’d also like to thank Jim Boehner andBill Morine for filling in for me representing the League at Harry Dannals funeral.I was at the Dakota Division Convention and unable to attend. Thank you, Jimand Bill. 73, Rick – K5UR

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[arrl-odv:34095] Harry Dannals W2HD (SK)
by James F. Boehner, MD 28 Sep '22

28 Sep '22

To All, Vice Director Bill Morine and I attended the funeral services for ARRL president Emeritus Harry Dannals W2HD (SK) in Charlottesville, Virginia. I have attached the memorial folder from his mass. The ARRL news story on his passing is here: https://www.arrl.org/news/arrl-president-emeritus-harry-dannals-w2hd-sk Bill and I had the pleasure of visiting Harry at his assisted living home in June 2018 as part of our Field Day travels and presented him with a Roanoke Division Award on our visit. We both took the opportunity of meeting with the President and Treasurer and several other members of the Albemarle ARC, a club in which Harry was the most senior member. During the services we met with Harry's son W2GG, Bob Dannals of Sparks, MD. I'm not a fan of open casket viewings, but this was worth mentioning. Properly positioned in his right hand was the paddle of what was most likely his first Vibroplex bug. There was a flashlight, and his characteristic name badge high on his chest. Perhaps we will finally know the prefix designator from the afterlife. The passing of one of our own is always difficult, but there was no question in my mind that this was a celebration of Harry's life. I will be using one of my Diamond Club bricks to commemorate Harry's life. Attached is the scanned certificate. I will be mailing the original to Harry's son Bob W2GG. '73 de Jim N2ZZ Director - Roanoke Division Representing ARRL members in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia ARRL - the national association for Amateur Radio Facebook Page: ARRL Roanoke Division Website: <http://www.arrl-roanoke.org/> www.arrl-roanoke.org

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[arrl-odv:34113] FW: Re: Harry Dannals W2HD (SK)
by Morine, Bill, N2COP (VD, RK) 28 Sep '22

28 Sep '22

Dear ODV Members: As Roanoke Division Director Boehner has said, it was a privilege for Jim and me to represent the League at Harry Dannal's funeral in Charlottesville, Virginia this past weekend. For those who may not be as familiar with Harry and his accomplishments, here's a quick recap: * 3rd longest serving ARRL president (1972-1982) * Only ARRL President to serve also as President of QCWA * WARC frequencies of 30, 17 and 12 meters became available during his administration Perhaps most revealing since Harry's passing have been the stories of how unassuming and mild mannered he was. Jim and I heard several tales of interactions with Hams who had no idea he had been President of ARRL. We learned from Harry's son Bob, W2GG, during the eulogy that Harry ended every conversation with his wife, Kay, who preceded him in 2016, with "73 and 88". 73 de Bill Morine, N2COP Vice Director - Roanoke Division Representing ARRL members in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia ARRL - the national association for Amateur Radio Facebook Page: ARRL Roanoke Division Website: www.arrl-roanoke.org<http://www.arrl-roanoke.org> From: Morine, Bill, N2COP (VD, RK) <n2cop(a)arrl.org> Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2022 11:42 PM To: Morine, Bill, N2COP (VD, RK) <n2cop(a)ec.rr.com> Subject: FW: [arrl-odv:34112] Re: Harry Dannals W2HD (SK) ________________________________ From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces(a)reflector.arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org>>On Behalf OfJames F. Boehner, MD via arrl-odv <arrl-odv(a)reflector.arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org>> Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2022 11:41:34 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) To: Baker, Mickey, N4MB (Dir, SE) <mbaker(a)arrl.org<mailto:mbaker@arrl.org>>; Williams, Dale, WA8EFK (Dir, GL) <dale.wms1(a)frontier.com<mailto:dale.wms1@frontier.com>>; arrl-odv <arrl-odv(a)arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv@arrl.org>> Subject: [arrl-odv:34112] Re: Harry Dannals W2HD (SK) Mickey, Thanks for the good words. I was fortunate to meet Harry while he was still doing well on our FD trips in 2018. I heard from a few people at Dayton this year that he had fallen, hit his head, and wasn't doing well. When we heard of his passing, Bill offered to go, but I really felt we both needed to be there. It was an honor to represent the Division and the ARRL at his funeral proceedings. You are fortunate to have a QCWA chapter. I'm a life member of the national, but all QCWA in my state has now dried up. The main chapter closed and a newly formed one did not last long. I am very happy that you were able to pass my information on to your QCWA chapter. Harry was quite a ham and was apparently the only one that was president of both the ARRL and QCWA. I did not attend the burial, but someone did take a picture of his headstone and sent it to me. He was buried alongside his wife who passed away several years ago, with the inscription "Together Forever". And yes, on his side under his name, was the ARRL logo. '73 de Jim N2ZZ Director - Roanoke Division Representing ARRL members in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia ARRL - the national association for Amateur Radio Facebook Page: ARRL Roanoke Division Website: www.arrl-roanoke.org<http://www.arrl-roanoke.org/> [Text, logo Description automatically generated] From: Baker, Mickey, N4MB (Dir, SE) <mbaker(a)arrl.org<mailto:mbaker@arrl.org>> Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2022 6:30 PM To: Williams, Dale, WA8EFK (Dir, GL) <dale.wms1(a)frontier.com<mailto:dale.wms1@frontier.com>>; Boehner, James, N2ZZ (Dir,RK) <jboehner01(a)yahoo.com<mailto:jboehner01@yahoo.com>>; arrl-odv <arrl-odv(a)arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv@arrl.org>> Subject: Re: [arrl-odv:34097] Re: Harry Dannals W2HD (SK) Jim, and all, I went to the QCWA Chapter 111 meeting today... several attendees moved here from Long Island after retirement. When I arrived, the group was discussing Harry and their past personal experiences with him... Jim, after the chat subsided, I told the group that you and Bill had attended. I read your two paragraphs starting "I'm not a fan..." aloud to the group. The feedback was positive, with these guys talking about modifying their own plans... Excellent prose which described the way Harry will be remembered. I hope you don't mind that I shared this with these people who remembered Harry fondly. Thanks for representing and the feedback. 73, Mickey N4MB Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces(a)reflector.arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org>> on behalf of Dale Williams <dale.wms1(a)frontier.com<mailto:dale.wms1@frontier.com>> Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2022 4:39 PM To: Boehner, James, N2ZZ (Dir,RK) <jboehner01(a)yahoo.com<mailto:jboehner01@yahoo.com>>; arrl-odv <arrl-odv(a)arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv@arrl.org>> Subject: [arrl-odv:34097] Re: Harry Dannals W2HD (SK) Nicely done Jim. Thanks for the material and thanks for remembering W2HD in this special way for all of us. 73, Dale WA8EFK On 9/25/2022 1:25 PM, James F. Boehner, MD via arrl-odv wrote: To All, Vice Director Bill Morine and I attended the funeral services for ARRL president Emeritus Harry Dannals W2HD (SK) in Charlottesville, Virginia. I have attached the memorial folder from his mass. The ARRL news story on his passing is here: https://www.arrl.org/news/arrl-president-emeritus-harry-dannals-w2hd-sk Bill and I had the pleasure of visiting Harry at his assisted living home in June 2018 as part of our Field Day travels and presented him with a Roanoke Division Award on our visit. We both took the opportunity of meeting with the President and Treasurer and several other members of the Albemarle ARC, a club in which Harry was the most senior member. During the services we met with Harry's son W2GG, Bob Dannals of Sparks, MD. I'm not a fan of open casket viewings, but this was worth mentioning. Properly positioned in his right hand was the paddle of what was most likely his first Vibroplex bug. There was a flashlight, and his characteristic name badge high on his chest. Perhaps we will finally know the prefix designator from the afterlife. The passing of one of our own is always difficult, but there was no question in my mind that this was a celebration of Harry's life. I will be using one of my Diamond Club bricks to commemorate Harry's life. Attached is the scanned certificate. I will be mailing the original to Harry's son Bob W2GG. '73 de Jim N2ZZ Director - Roanoke Division Representing ARRL members in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia ARRL - the national association for Amateur Radio Facebook Page: ARRL Roanoke Division Website: www.arrl-roanoke.org<http://www.arrl-roanoke.org/> [Text, logo Description automatically generated] _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv(a)reflector.arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv

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