OCTOBER 2006       

It is hard to take but this is being written while enjoying the sights and sounds and a posh condo at Whistler. No snow at the village as yet but when the rain lets up it may show on the mountains. We wanted to see Whistler prior to the 2010 revision. It has begun but will surely take the next three years to complete, as will the Sea to Sky Hi-way. It is a mammoth project with many mountains to move into valleys. I wish Vanoc and all those responsible, all the very best of luck on the timing. I also wish all the taxpayers of B.C. all the best in paying for this "world class event".

    Whistler is a beautiful area even though the only Cadillacs you see are new ones, mainly Escalades. This may be due to the very expensive and very limited parking. It is a place for young and fit people that like to walk and exercise. In comparison to the rest of the population we just don’t make it.

Events

    The next event for the CLCC will be our Christmas Brunch on Sunday Dec.3^Rd. It will be held at the Crossroads Bar & Grill at 11:30 A.M. It is located at the corner of Goldstream and Sooke Rd. Roger and Val Barrie would like to know the numbers for attendance by Nov. 27^Th. They can be contacted at 1-250-474-4355 or by e-mail at ourbarriepatch@shaw.ca   Put a mark on your calendar then contact them and then enjoy a great brunch on Dec. 3^Rd.

January Meeting.

    This will occur in early Jan. when we will have a collector and authority on Automotive Mascots and hood ornaments, Dr. James Colwill, give us a talk and display. He has spoken to different clubs around town and his next book will be out by then.

    This month’s Cadillac of the Month will show a piece of LaSalle that has almost been lost to history. It is a photo of the ’28 Mascot that once adorned someone’s pride and joy. It is but a small part of the Cadillac related mascots from Dr. Colwill’s collection.

    We will also be selecting officers for the positions of Vice Pres., Treasurer, as I will be away from mid Jan. until around the first week in March. After consultation with some members, we felt that this was the way to do it. Our AGM will be held in early March with time and place for these two meetings to be posted soon.

    I arrived home after a brief vacation to find this (unsolicited) CD in my mailbox. It would appear that I received it due to my involvement with the LaSalle Automobile. Whatever the reason, I am glad they chose me.

    The following is a review of the CD "LaSalle- A History in Advertising" produced by Archives of Advertising, 56 Arbor Street, Hartford CT. 06106 U.S.A.

Their Phone # is (860)-523-1622 and Web Site- www.archivesofadvertising.com .

Technical Aspects –

    The CD loads quickly and efficiently and brings up a simple but impressive Home Page. Clicking on the appropriate spot takes you to a very responsive menu page containing the following options:

CADILLAC JUNIOR- A brief but concise history of the LaSalle Automobile.

SLIDE SHOW – An overview of all the advertisements on the disk.

BROWSE:

CHECKLIST – A well documented listing of all the ads on the disk.

HELP – A well-organized and informative section as to the operation of the disk.

ABOUT THE SERIES – Basically, the Mission Statement of "Archives of Advertising" as well as some current and future projects.

ABOUT THE PUBLISHER – A further catalogue of items already produced and as well how and where to obtain them.

    This Collection illustrates through advertising and artwork, LaSalles evolution from the early classics to the sleek sculptured lines of the final years.

    The reproduction of the magazine pages are detailed and exquisite even when printed out on a home printer. My favorite is the 1927-1929 era with the classic art-deco work of Edward Wilson and John Gannom.

Possible alterations:

SLIDE SHOW- may be helpful if it were to be co-ordinated with the BY YEAR, rather than by all adverts.  It would also be helpful ir it were timed and these options added to the help menu.

It is not clear as yet whether these additions will be implemented but as it stands, it is a very pleasant experience to an old LaSalle Buff.

Gee our Old LaSalles Run Great!!

Lorne

Grease from the Squeaky Wheel

    This is a reminder that your special interest vehicle is in need of winterizing. 1A Auto has put out a good resume of things to be done and that is at the click of a mouse at www.1aauto.com . Choose 1A Garage from the menu at the bottom of the Home Page. You will find a brief resume of basic items to be done before those winter nasties start happening.

The Way I See It

    I’ve learned in climbing that you don’t "conquer" anything. Mountains are not conquered and should be treated with respect and humility. If we take what mountains give, have patience and desire, and are prepared, then mountains will permit us to reach their highest peaks. I believe a lot of things are like that in life.

Ed Viesturs

Information??

    As you can see, there have been no requests for computer assistance so I guess we are alright in that department. The offer still remains if you need basic help. The above Food for thought was found recently and there may be many more to come if all goes well.

Cadillac of the Month