We had an all-city ice cream party in June to dedicate the porch. It was attended by about 200 people and it was warm. The porch has been used for parties and weddings and is a very attractive addition to the mansion. Early in 1998 we had to spend money to replace the sewer line in the back yard. This eliminated the basement flooding that has been plaguing us since we took possession in 1991.
Success comes in slow steps.
Other activities last year were the auction in July, the garage sale in August, the Gatsby party in October and the Christmas craft sale ending in December. All this done by just willing volunteers. A great Year. They accepted and finished the room off very nicely. The top income producer of 1998 was the rental of the mansion for weddings, receptions and parties.