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E.C.“Mike” and Fran Alft were laid to rest in Bluff City Cemetery. It was the closing chapter of two long lives well-lived and dedicated to community service.  \nMike spent decades as a social science teacher at Elgin High, and was a favorite of countless students. Fran had an extended career in the Sherman Hospital lab. While tending to jobs and raising four children the Alfts found time to serve Elgin in many ways: Mike asa city councilman, mayor, historian, library board member and author; Fran, later in life as a volunteer at Sherman Hospital, the Searchers, and the Elgin His-  \ntory Museum. Mike was among the small group of visionaries who re-established the Elgin Area Historical Society in the 1960s. The list of Alft activities could go on and on.  \nThe History Museum was proud to host a luncheon for the Alft family and friends after the interment and before the public celebration of their lives at the Gail Bordon Library. It was a day filled with stories, remembrances, music and laughter, exactly the way Mike and Fran would have wanted it.  \nBoth will be missed at Old Main for their good nature, service and generosity.  \nSpeaking of generosity, June and July are the months when the Museum conducts its annual Board Fundraiser. This campaign is vital to meeting our budget commitments. Historically, our friends have shown their dedication to Elgin History by donating generously. This year is no different as we are off to a good start.  \nIn early June you likely received a letter and/or email asking for your participation. If you have already responded, THANKYOU. If you set it aside for future  \naction, perhaps this column will remind you now is the time. Maybe you misplaced your letter or never received one, no problem. A simple donation mailed to the Museum or entered online via our website (elgin[history.org](history.org)) will be just fine.  \nWe can't do what we do without your support! We are fortunate to have so many loyal supporters and friends. Hope to see you soon at a Museum event.  \nWelcome New Members  \nSarah Bass  \nJohn Bradburn  \nJerard and Judy Drommerhausen John and Anne Duffy Tom and Mary Kemerling Kevin O'Connor  \nNancy Rascher Dolly Scanlan Pam Singleton Bud Wilson  \nThomas and Linda Youngren  \nThe Crackerbarrel  \nPublished bimonthly by the Elgin Area Historical Society  \n360 Park Street, Elgin, IL 60120 Phone 847-742-4248  \n[e-mail: museum@elginhistory.org](e-mail: museum@elginhistory.org)  \nabc  \nPresident: Al Walters Vice President: Tricia Grosser  \nSecretary: Christen Sundquist  \nCorr. Secretary: Ricky Harris Treasurer: William Briska  \nabc  \nEditor: Rebecca Marco The Crackerbarrel welcomes reader contributions.  \nNext deadline August 20, 2022  \n[r](r Visit our website Elginhistory.org)[ Visit our website Elginhistory.org](r Visit our website Elginhistory.org)  \nOpinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of the Society’s Board of Directors.  \n©2022 Elgin Area Historical Society. All rights reserved.  \nUpcoming Events  \nCheck the website for current information.  \n[elginhistory.org/events](elginhistory.org/events)  \nSunday, July 10 . 10:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. Classic Car Show  \nSunday, July 17, 2:00 P.M.  \nRemembering Route 66 with Leslie Goddard In person or Zoom, FREE for members/guests $3.00  \nIn this nostalgia-packed program, Goddard will explore the history of Route 66, the iconic road that linked Chicago to Los Angeles from 1926 until the mid-1980s. Please register for either in person or Zoom attendance.  \nThursday, July 21, 12:00 Noon  \nA Life in Show Business with Richard Bennet In person or Zoom, FREEformembers/guests$3.00  \nRichard Bennet, former Elginite and charter member of the Elgin Historical Society, will share stories about his time at Ringling Brothers Circus and in ","cbCaisVagvyUwneK","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaisVagvyUwneK","pdf",1526190,"English","# President’s Report\n## A Time to Remember, a Time to Give\n## Welcome New Members\n## Upcoming Events\n## Gala 2022\n## Thank You Donors","[{\"question\":\"Who are the focus of the July 2022 President’s Report remembrance?\",\"answer\":\"E.C. “Mike” and Fran Alft are remembered for their long, dedicated community service in Elgin, including education, healthcare lab work, and extensive involvement with local institutions.\"},{\"question\":\"How does the Museum encourage participation in the annual Board Fundraiser?\",\"answer\":\"Members are asked to respond if they received a letter/email, and if not, to donate by mailing a contribution to the Museum or entering one online through the website.\"},{\"question\":\"What types of events are listed for July 2022?\",\"answer\":\"The issue lists multiple upcoming programs and activities, including a Classic Car Show, Route 66 and show business talks with Zoom or in-person options, a kids’ program at Lords Park Zoo, and additional community events.\"}]","The Crackerbarrel - July 2022 - President’s Report | PDF"]