On the 23rd Anniversary of the 9/11 attacks Never Forget:

…The cowardly acts perpetrated against our country by those who seek to destroy us and our way of life.

…The innocent men, women, and children who lost their lives on this tragic day; only for being in the wrong place, at the wrong time.

…Our courageous first responders; who ran toward the disasters to offer help to those in need and perished while trying to help and serve their fellow Americans.

Most of us can recall where we were that tragic day, what we were doing as we first got word of the attacks on our country, and stood in shock as we watched the Twin Towers in New York City crumble.

Our Country may have been down, and many countries would have crumbled under such crushing blows, but while we watched in horror as the events unfolded before our eyes, our strength and resolve grew and we became a determined people to punish those who promote terrorism and to make sure this tragedy would never happen again.

Please take a moment today to pause and remember those who perished on 9/11. Remember our first responders who face danger daily, and finally remember and thank our armed forces; both here at home and deployed around the world ensuring that America remains the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave.

Fraternally,

Ed Thompson

President, Teamsters Local 776

The Pentagon, Washington, DC

Flight 93, Shanksville, PA

The Susquehanna Valley Chapter of the American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) recently hosted the 27th annual John Hiestand Memorial Antique Truck Show in Carlisle, Pa. on August 31^st. Local 776 Members, the father-son duo of Jeff and Kraig Keller, invited Local 776 to participate. Local 776 Vice-President Chalmer Edgin and Member Austin O’Brien, both drivers of the Local’s truck, spent the day hanging out with and greeting the owners and drivers of the many trucks that were on display. Many of the trucks were retired freight trucks from Union carriers of the past! While The Local’s tractor is not an antique just yet, it was welcomed to the event, allowing show spectators to view and compare vehicles from different eras.

The Susquehanna Chapter of the ATHS was founded in 1992. Currently, Kraig serves as President, and his father, Jeff serves as Treasurer. The chapter currently has 110 members that meet once a month. In addition to the truck show other social events are held including an annual picnic for the members. Many Members own, restore, and maintain antique trucks but it is not a requirement for membership, just an interest in antique trucks and to meet with others who share that interest! If you’re interested in learning more about the Local Chapter Kraig can be reached at 717-332-7669.

Commented Local 776 President Ed Thompson: "Thanks to Kraig and Jeff for the invitation to the show. As the motto on the Local’s trailer states, “Our History Creates Our Future.” Participating in the show helps the public remember the Teamsters Union is a large part of the Trucking Industry past and present"

Local 776 VP Chalmer Edgin gave spectators a view of and answered questions about the Local’s truck.

From Left; Austin O’Brien, Kraig Keller ABF, Gary Peiffer CF, and owner of the CF truck, and Lester Woglemuth TransCon/New Penn, and owner of the TransCon truck. Not Pictured: Jeff Keller ABF, owner of the 1951 Mack Chicago Express truck. Kraig's truck is currently in restoration and couldn't make the show!

Local 776 Monthly Membership Meetings resume on Sunday, September 8, 2024. We hope you enjoyed your summer!

The September meeting will be held at the York Union Hall located at 1780 Sixth Ave. York, PA 17403. The meeting begins promptly at 10:00. We look forward to seeing as many Members as possible attend.

For directions to the York Union Hall follow the link below:

York Union Hall

“On behalf of the officers, agents, staff, and myself I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Labor Day. American Labor; it’s what built this great country of ours. America became a world leader thanks to the men and women who built it. No matter where you work or what you do your effort is part of the big picture; shaping your and your families’ lives so that our children, our future leaders, can use what we provided them to better themselves, and so on for the next generation. That’s what makes our country so great, building the American dream. For the American Worker today is your day, Be proud of what you do, and take a moment to reflect on what you do and how it impacts your family and those around you.

Fraternally,

Ed Thompson,

President Teamsters Local 776