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NCDBS Northern California Dodge Brothers and Sisters is a group of
people who love and own vintage Dodge Brothers and Graham Brothers vehicles.
Our group is located in Northern California. We promote Dodge Brothers vehicles and Grahman Brothers trucks in our everday life.
The Lazy River Tour III was held over the April 26 and 27th weekend. We had 20 cars participating and about 55 people attend the meet. Saturday April 26th was a "drivers" day. The destination was Isleton which by using the levee roads was some 41 miles away from the headquarters of the meet - especially touring along at about 25 mph. By judicious choice of routes, we were able to stretch out the driving without cycling back upon any route. We travelled through a couple of miles of gravel roads and along bumpy asphalt pavement. The levee roads are very narrow and there a few places to stop and form up after the group had begun driving. Therefore, it was determined that for this tour, we would bring our own rest stop along for the tour. It was very much appreciated during the 6 hours of driving. Traveling down the west side of the levee, we had to cross the river to the east. So we crossed using the J-MAC ferry which only holds 6 cars per transfer. This took a while but allowed everyone to take a break from driving. After everyone had crossed on the ferry we were off again down the road. We finally crossed the Isleton Bridge before entering into the town of Isleton itself. After a lunch stop in Isleton, we proceeded up the highway for a mile or so and entered into the Van De Maele farm. This farm has a unique mixture of modern equipment used today and antique equipment used in the past. At this juncture, we witnessed an anvil "firing" demonstration by Donn Marinovich. Just a lot of black powder between the two tops of the anvils, a fuse, detonator and a slow burning fuse lit by match. This was one bang up exhibition where the top anvil reached a height of some 23 feet. Following the anvil "firing" we boarded our many DB's and headed back to headquarters to end the day. After returning to the garage, we had a great dinner and a few words of dedication to Gil Belcher. We capped off the evening with our usual "White Elephant" auction and a short business meeting chaired by Tom Barham. Before long, it was time to head off back to the motels and get ready for day 2.
On Day 2, we travelled across the Sacramento River into the City of Sacramento proper. We passed by Sutters Fort and then proceeded directly to the Capitol and took in a tour of the Capitol museum. This was enjoyed by all on the tour. After the Capitol we headed for the Towe Museum. A picnic was awaiting all participants and lunch in the shade of tall cottonwood trees provided a break from the warming weather. After lunch on the lawn, we headed inside to tour the Towe museum itself. After ample time, we again boarded our faithful DB's and caravaned through Old Town before returning to Tour Headquarters where we made our good byes and everyone began to depart for their own homes. It was a wonderful weekend and everyone enjoyed the Lazy River Tour III
Just a note to all of those who donated materials at the Lazy River Tour for the "Iraq Hearts and Minds" campaign initiated by Captain Ben Kenion presently stationed in Iraq - 5 boxes (45 pounds) of materials for the school childern of war torn Iraq (paper, pencils, pens, erasers, toothbrushes, etc.) were delivered in early June. All of this material was forwarded by Donn Marinovich (absorbing all costs of shipping) in the name of the Northern California Dodge Brothers and Sisters group. Thank you Donn! Note that in the latest issue of the DBC News, a collection was being solicited for the International Meet in July. Thank you for your generous donations to this worthy cause!!
This 1919 4-door sedan was driven by Tom and Elaine Gong from Richmond, CA. at the Lazy River Tour. This car was the lead car in the caravan down, up and across the Sacramento River.
This 1925 Screenside was driven by Roger Gong of Mountain View, CA at the Lazy River Tour. He was accompanied at various times by mother-in-law Marie Woelflen, daughter Leah and wife Lynne. This commercial car was the last car in the caravan down, up and across the Sacramento River.
This 1923 Roadster was driven by Dave Johnson and Gerry Egland of Bend and Redmond, Oregon, respectively at the Lazy River Tour. Wives Penny and Donna were riding in a little more comfort!
This 1927 Touring car was driven by Amil and Sharon Gehrke of Petaluma, CA. This is not Amil's 1927 16 valve Roadster, but for this meet, the Touring car was sufficient.
This restored 1932 F10 pickup was driven on the tour by Ray and Linda Kwappenberg of Bishop, Callifornia.
This 1921 Touring car was driven by Jim and Francine Reid from Galt, CA. at the Lazy River Tour. This was Jim's first time actually driving a DB during a tour and without a top, both the Reid's got a great tan!
This 1929 Victory Six Roadster was driven by Buzz and Sue Horn from Woodland, CA. at the Lazy River Tour. On Day 2 of the tour, the Horn's brought out their 1917 Roadster to drive.
This 1926 Screenside was driven by Dennis and Diane Strawn of Oak Run, CA. at the Lazy River Tour.
This 1935 Coupe was driven by Mike and Jacquie Coggiola of Sunnyvale, CA. during the Lazy River Tour. Known affectionately as "Bucky" the coupe ran well.
This 1935 4-door sedan was driven by Bill and Hannalore West from San Jose at the Lazy River Tour. It does have a habit of slipping out of second gear!
This 1927 Touring Car was driven by George and Donna Stum of Petaluma at the Lazy River Tour.
This 1923 Screenside (HCAA Junior and Senior badges) was driven by Donn and Sherrin Marinovich from Sonora at the Lazy River Tour.
This 1929 DA Sedan was driven by Joe and Joseph Ambrose from San Diego, CA. at the Lazy River Tour.
This 1933 Baby Blue Sedan was driven by Herman and Barbara Boone of Farmington, CA. at the Lazy River Tour. Their 1935 KC pickup did not make the trip this year.
This 1925 Coupe was driven by Travis Barham of Woodland at the Lazy River Tour (that's Travis standing by his DB). Jennifer Barham (Travis's sister) rode shotgun during Day 1 of the tour. Julia Fischer was the passenger during Day 2.
This 1920 Touring Car was driven by Larry and Gwen Cooper of Fair Oaks, CA. at the Lazy River Tour.
This 1924 Touring Car was driven by Gilbert Belcher and Jeanie Belcher of Oak Run, CA. during the Lazy River Tour of 2008.
This 1926 Sedan was driven by Tom and Sharon Barham at the Lazy River Tour. This vehicle is essentially in original condition and drives like a dream.
This 1918 Touring Car was driven by Gene and Vickie Stadelhofer of Alamo, CA. at the Lazy River Tour. You can see Gene climbing into his vehicle.
The side view of Vickie Stadelhofer talking to Ray and Linda Kwappenberg from Bishop, California.
Ray and Linda Kwappenberg from Bishop, California standing in front of the Capitol building.
Gene and Vickie Stadelhofer aside their 1918 Touring car in front of the State Capitol Building.
Penny and Dave Johnson.
Gerry and Donna Egland.
Joe and Joseph Ambrose from San Diego.
Donn Marinovich enjoying himself.
Here is a digipix of the Marinovich 1923 Screenside loading onto the Ferry crossing the Sacramento River. You can see Buzz Horn riding in the back of the Screenside.
Tom Barham getting ready to address the throng.
Amil Gehrke ready to provide mechanical DB advice to anyone who will listen.
George and Donna Stum.
Tom Gong, host of the Lazy River Tour.
Elaine Gong, another host to the Lazy River Event.
Leah Gong, Marie Woelflen, Lynne Gong and Jacquie Coggiola - the usual suspects.
END OF DIGIPIX OF THE LAZY RIVER TOUR III (for now - more to come).
Gerry Egland making his presentation at the Hamtramck DB Plaque dedication (Memorial Day 2007). You can see the plaque to Gerry's right (or to the left as you look at this picture)". This photograph was taken by Donn Marinovich who also attended the ceremony.
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