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Well, despite COVID 19, etc.. preparations are being made for the next newsletter.
Now is the time to send ads, photos, stories, recipes, etc.
We will be spotlighting a well-known vac shop owned by one of our great members.
We're also starting a 'history of vacuum companies' , starting with the first: Hoover.
We'll update the roster, as, we've gotten many new members since the Holiday issue came out.
The V.C.C.C. stands for The Vacuum Cleaner Collectors' Club. It is a registered corporation, registered, and registered with banks. IT is allowed to be recognized as [ The V.C.C.C.] Keeping things correct and legal.
So, get ready for a beautiful Summertime newsletter.
John, Vice president, VCCC
 
Great news!

I just spoke with Kim Jo, and she's very eager to use her creativity by helping with the next edition. I'll get the past 2 copies to her just as an idea . No doubt, she'll add her touches, and it will be wonderful. We will be spotlighting a great vacuum shop in it as well as many other great things.
So...... start getting YOUR ideas, pic, ads, articles, tips, recipes, etc ready.
 
Well , a copy of the last two issues

went to 'Kim Jo' yesterday, so she can get an 'idea' of what they've looked like.We already have a few wonderful news stories, clips, a spotlight on a great vac shop, owned by one of our members, some neat ads, the historical beginning of an iconic vacuum company, (The Hoover Company), a few recipes, cleaning/restoration tips, etc.
It will be different, fresh, and fun. Kim Jo is a wonderfully talented woman. I'm dying to see what this issue will look like when it's done.
So, keep sending things, as the window will soon close.
 
We'll be looking into the history of other

vacuum companies, as well. I'm not sure if the next one will be Electrolux, Eurerka, or Kirby. I know Bill Edstrom will have the correct history for Kirby. I'll also be contacting Kirby for assistance. Electrolux is on the list , too. There are 2 local dealers I'll be contacting as well.
 
Amazing that

the newsletter is rapidly coming together!!!
There are some very neat things in it.
Before you know it, it will be at the printer's office. Then....... uhuh, we'll be working on the next one.
This time, we focused on the beginning of The Hoover Co, being that it's birthday is in August.
We'll focus on a different vacuum company in the next issue.
Which one will it be?
Open to your thoughts.
 
Late

Looks like I'm a bit late on replying, but the owner of this vacuum shop was a dealer for royal, and still is. When he was a kid he was very fascinated with the Royals, and now he owns two shops. One shop is in Vacaville, California, and his other shop is in Fairfield, California, which is the bigger of the two. He's got a bunch of 80's 90's and 2000's vacs that are rare and new in the box. I am hopefully about to buy a Dirt Devil Ultra MVP from him. The owners name of the shop is Tom Matthews. His website for both shops is: http://www.allinonevac.com/ . They are dealers for Sanitaire, Simplicity, Dyson, Sirena, Hoover, Lindhaus, Royal, and Carpet Pro. I don't know if he collects or not, it seems like he doesn't. But the shop prides them selves on great customer service. If you check out the website you'll probably get even more information.
 
Well, a few more tidbits,

a little refining, and our Summer issue will be at the printer. Kim Jo has done a stellar job. She takes the smallest idea and does fab things. I can only imagine what the Christmas "Holiday" one will look like., We'll also be focusing on another vacuum company for that one. Not sure which one, yet.
 
Well, it is just about ready to print!!

Just a few 'tweaks' and, it's a 'go'. Many thanks to all who gave me ideas, suggestions, articles, recipes, etc. I think our members will be pleased.
We just got ANOTHER new member. Well, he WAS A member, years ago. I'm thrilled to welcome him back. "Welcome home, Marty"!!!!!
 
funny you mention the newsletter... I was on the phone with Sam Addison the other day and he STILL hasn't received his Christmas issue or his pillows. He had said that he mentioned it to you on a few occasions and that you had mentioned to him that it would be getting to him one way or another and according to him those few times it was mentioned, was in the last few months. 


 


 


 


 


This tit for tat shit is getting old. 
 
Yes, Mr. Gravelin, I'm totally aware of

all of that. But, it really isn't up to you OR necessary to step in there. I told Sam I will get that newsletter (he does have a a copy of the drive, after all, he made the thing with me), and the pillows . I've been a little busy recently.
Again, perhaps he appreciates you stepping in, but it really is of no concern to you.
I will get that done, but, not because you are urging me to do it.
You have lots to do for yourself, also.
 
Just like it wasn’t necessary for you to have Tom posting for you during your trip to Ohio, throwing Jabs towards other people. People who you don’t need to mention but it’s very apparent of whom you refer to... I don’t have to step in at all, but as a true friend to Sam and many others I will stick up for my friends and I’m not afraid to do so at all. You seem to take a lot of credit for something that’s supposed to be a group effort and since Sam has resigned from the newsletter to him it seems as if that’s all he was good for considering most to all communication between you two has completely stopped. Not to mention he also felt that you took most of the credit for the work he created. He may have the copy on his drive but he paid for the physical copy. If everyone can get their stuff in a timely matter why can’t the one who did the work? Is this his punishment for resigning? Was it proper to announce to him that he “would have gotten the award at the convention but is no longer eligible due to resigning” that’s kind of like giving someone something and then taking it away. Isn’t that teasing?
 
This thread is about the newsletter.

WE can discuss anything in messenger, I've unblocked you for that purpose. IF you care to discuss.
I'm NOT getting into a match with you. As far as Tom posting for me... I was in his home, using his computer. I shared my trip for others to enjoy and see.As far as jabs. are you kidding??
Private messenger. This thread is for the newsletter.
I thanked Sam over and over. Everyone knows the hard work he put into them. As did I... nights of hard work on my part as well.
Sorry, everyone else, for this display.
 
I know, it seems crazy, but............................

We're just thinking/brainstorming about the next issue.
We'll spotlight a different vac company, add recipes, ads, photos, stories. What would YOU members like to see?
There are some fantastic VINTAGE vac photos, info, etc.
So, elegant, kitschy, whimsical. all of the above?
Start thinking about comfort food recipes............ Time will go fast.
Thanks, in advance.
 
Oh, for crying out loud

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: medium; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"> While I am no longer a member of the VCCC I feel I can speak here as a former member for many years, former Webmaster and co-creator of this site as well as newsletter editor for a number of years (and former board member.) Also, since this site is no longer affiliated with the VCCC I feel I can express my opinion on this thread.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: medium; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: medium; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;">A large part of what the members of the VCCC expect for the dues paid is 4 newsletters a year.  In a number of surveys of the members, this is one of the most important expectations of the dues payment.  This is especially important since there was no convention this year.  I was newsletter editor for a number of years and also solicited items to be included but didn't badger people for contributions.  Usually I didn’t get enough contributions for a complete newsletter, but as editor made it my business to gather everything necessary on my own to get the newsletter out on a timely basis.  We always did – 4 a year.  You are giving the members a good reason to not pay their dues.  What do they get for them?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: medium; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-weight: normal;"> </p>
<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">This thread about the VCCC newsletter has been going on for months now and still no newsletter.  It appears that the last newsletter was published around Christmas and it is now almost the end of August.  That means two newsletters should have been issued and you should be preparing the third.  I am tired of hearing about how this is not getting done.  Take it offline please.  And strictly speaking, this thread should not be on the Vintage Forum it should be in Miscellanea, if it is anywhere here at all.</span>

[this post was last edited: 8/19/2020-17:55]
 
'For crying out loud"?

Fred, I'm sensing hostility. I'm so sorry you're upset.. WE never hear from you. Yes, we have a newsletter. Yes, perhaps we have made decisions on how many to issue. But, if you're longer associated with The VCCC, why would you really care about that at all? People love the newsletter. We've even gotten 8 new members since last year. Some are former members. I ask for info, and I get it. Anyone who EVER worked on a letter knows the work involved. I don't think I've badgered anyone. I didn't ever realize I was or could even badger. Folks, IF you feel you've been badgered, I humbly apologize. But, as will all posts, if anyone doesn't like a post, or a poster, for that matter, we can simply ignore it or even block it.
You and I, Fred, never had a cross word. We barely spoke at all. We all enjoyed all of your posts about your collection, and we can't forget Tarantula Arms, fun times.
I, again, wish to thank Robert for allowing us to speak in here. This is the only venue where everyone can see everything. Others post mini meets, or even conventions or meetings of any kind. We appreciate that. I could mention that there are loads of VINTAGE vacuums in this newsletter, keeping it a valid, vintage worthy post.
So, Fred, it's nice to see you. I hope you're not too angry . Are you upset with me? Please, please feel free to email me privately, as, nobody wants/needs to see still another display in here. Not intending to badger....
Thanks, so much.
 

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