SCOTTISH TERRIER CLUB OF THE GOLDEN WEST
APRIL 1967 • PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
For many years, Scottish Terrier owners, breeders and lovers throughout Northern California and points north and east, have informally gathered together to exchange experiences and renew old friendships. Sometimes these “get togethers” were possible because of a show that was held near an exhibitors house. At other times, individuals formed group parties and social events.
Underlying all of these activities has been the kinship and spirit to share with all in the promotion of the Scottish Terrier. As the enthusiasm and zeal of the group increased, it became more and more apparent that there has to be an organized program of objectives and that all who desired should be advised of proposed programs and have an opportunity to share collectively in formulation of objectives. From this desire to organize, the Scottish Terrier Club of The Golden West was inaugurated on II February 1967. Interim officers were elected by those present, and considerations were given to temporary financial arrangements pending formal development and approval of the club constitution and by-laws.
Of paramount importance to our club is the timeliness and manner in which all members are kept abreast of club activities, pending shows, new developments from national groups, specialized data on Scottish Terriers and owners, and in general, new items about members and social events. Discussions with active members and leaders of other dog clubs and advise from experienced and professional dog club advisors indicated that a regularly scheduled bulletin or newsletter is the best way to keep all members and potential members fully advised. This is our first edition and since the Newsletter is meant for everyone, your comments and recommendations are earnestly solicited.
Our vote of thanks to Mr. John DeSaye for his voluntary efforts in this our first publication.
John Baird
Interim President
NOTE:
The Scottish Terrier Club of the Golden West was inaugurated on February 11, 1967 for the purpose of organizing breed fanciers into the Club.
| Founding Members | |
| John and Helen Baird Mildred Charves Celia Desmond John & Barbara DeSaye Gerald & Marjory Meeder |
Sue Owens Charles & Betty Pengra Fred & Lee Politz Gilbert and Neatha Robinson |
Within the two following months of the inauguration date the membership grew and the following became the Scottish Terrier Club of the Golden West Charter Members.
| Fred & Mona Banuelos James & Jane BraciscoRobert CharvesJon Coleman Brum & Barbara Dunham Mel Fertado |
James Hohe Ken & Betty McArthur Pepe & Irma Molina Ann Pengra Beaulah & Josephine White |
With our Constitution in order we requested AKC Approval and were advised that our name “The Scottish Terrier Club of the Golden West was not specific as to defining an area. In May of 1969, we became the San Francisco Bay Scottish Terrier Club and were finally sanctioned by the American Kennel Club and our parent club. The Scottish Terrier Club of America.
Our first sanctioned match was held on October 18, 1969, sadly, the following month our President John Baird died suddenly. A memorial trophy is offered in his name at our Annual Fun Match .
During this growing period as a new Regional Club, we had a decisively growing membership. We owe much to the many members who contributed so much and particularly to those who remain actlve….How many can remember that Bill McCool has been a fulltime bartender at our Specialties since 1974?, and how about Izzie who not only served as Secretary and Treasurer, but as our Bulletin Editor for 13+ years! Both still continue to give their support. Then there is Jerry and Peggy Burge who came into our club with a poodle, and a scottie! Both have served in almost every capacity. Peggy has been an officer or director the past twenty years, and has served as President for the,longest successive term ever. Certainly there have been many who have contributed throughout the years, but sadly only a few remain.
Finally in 1974 we were approved to bold our first specialty show. Was it successful? An entry of 95 in Regular classes and 29 in Sweeps!!!, at that time one of the largest entries for Scotties at any regional show. There were 125 guests at our banquet, excitement was running so high that when President Ken McArthur welcomed our guests the enthusiasm for the Club’s initial success was such that there was a prolonged standing ovation. The achievement attained by our club at this our first specialty prompted an article in the Gazette proclaiming the hospitality of the SFBSTC. A reputation we still uphold.
We are proud of the other achievements by members of the San Francisco Bay Scottish Terrier Club. We have produced five members who have served as Officers and Directors of our Parent Club, the S.T.C.A.
Peggy Burge, Cor. Secretary – Sandra Lehrack, Board member – Betty McArthur, President – Isabelle McCool, Cor. Secretary and Ann Wooldridge, Board member, Jerry Burge – Vice President
Our Club, as all Scottish Terrier Clubs have been very involved in Scottie Rescue, Health Projects and in the education of newcomers to the breed. Our Rescue Chair Debby Knous has worked diligently in the placement and care of the many Rescues we acquire. We continue to hold annual B Matches and Grooming seminars along with many other activities .
We are confident that when we celebrate our fiftieth, our new members will have carried on this tradition of educating new members to breed quality purebred Scottish Terriers, to encourage sportsmanlike competition at dog shows and obedience trials, to continue to support health research activities, but most importantly to love our wonderful Scottish Terriers .
PRESIDENTS PAST AND PRESENT
| John Baird | 1967-1969 | |
| Neatha Robinson | 1969-1970 | |
| Gilbert Robinson | 1970-1972 | |
| Betty Pengra | 1972-1974 | |
| Ken McArthur | 1974-1975 | |
| Jerry Burge | 1975-1976 | |
| Gordon Ervin | 1976-1978 | |
| Ann Wooldridge | 1978-1980 | |
| Betty McArthur | 1980-1982 | |
| Ken Spradling | 1982-1984 | |
| Fred Koch | 1984-1986 | |
| Peggy Burge | 1986-1990 | |
| Karey Leichel | 1990-1991 | |
| Michael Serrano | 1991-1993 | |
| Jerry Burge | 1993-1995 | |
| Roger Clarkson | 1995-1997 | |
| Joseph Pendon | 1997-1999 | |
| Peggy Burge | 1999-2001 | |
| Ross Buffington | 2001-2003 | |
| Roger Clarkson | 2003-2004 | |
| Michael Serrano | 2004-2006 | |
| Jerry Burge | 2006-2007 | |
| Elizabeth Wise | 2007-2009 | |
| Betty McArthur | 2009-2012 | |
| Jerry Burge | 2012-2017 | |
| Betty McArthur | 2017-2019 |
Jerry Burge 2019-2020
| James Nolte 2020-2021 |