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06-22-2022, 06:33 PM
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1 Rivet Member
Huntington Beach
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WBCCI Articles
Hi,
I'm Gerry Letourneau Jr. Some may know, my father was president of Airstream back in the 80's. He wrote a few articles for the WBCCI newsletter and I was looking to get copies of them.
Hopefully, someone has a few 40 year old copies laying around somewhere
I know this is a long-shot, but thought I'd try.
Thanks in advance.
Gerry
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06-22-2022, 09:50 PM
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Rivet Master
1962 22' Safari
2016 30' Classic
Southeast
, Michigan
Join Date: Mar 2004
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Hi Gerry,
The club has a full set of Blue Beret magazines in their archives, but the staff at club HQ likely does not have the time to dig thru and scan them for you.
I have a reasonably complete set from the late 1970s to current, but may be missing an issue here and there. In time, I might be able to look thru them and scan some articles for you, but I need to narrow down the timeframe to search.
If I remember correctly, you father had an article in just about every WBCCI magazine while he was President of Airstream. I believe he was installed as Airstream President after Thor bought Airstream on August 29, 1980, correct? And he remained President until his death, correct. Was that about 1984?
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Wally Byam Caravan Club International Historian
Vintage Airstream Club Historian
WBCCI/VAC #702 & #6768
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06-23-2022, 06:53 AM
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1 Rivet Member
Huntington Beach
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HI Joe,
Thanks for the quick response.
That's pretty close, his passing was in 1988 though.
I was actually looking for one article in particular, (though any would be appreciated) and I don't recall the date but it would have been in late '83 or early '84 I believe.
He wrote about being bothered by my dog whining, when it wouldn't calm down he went out to correct her. He ended up kicking a post in the yard and busted his toe. If I remember it was a funny piece back then. In today's world it might not be so acceptable, I know.
Again, I know its a big ask but if you happen upon an essay or two of his, I would be very appreciative. I would gladly pay for your time, copy fees, etc.
Thanks again, Gerry
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06-23-2022, 08:58 AM
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Rivet Master
1962 22' Safari
2016 30' Classic
Southeast
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Hi Gerry,
I will look specifically for the article you mention when I get a little free time.
I also sent you a Private Message thru AirForums to allow us to exchange direct contact info. Hopefully you can find it under the "Quick Links" pull-down menu above if you did not receive and email from AirForums with a direct link to that message.
The Airstream Company now has a full time Historian/Archivist/Curator who would like to talk to you. Airstream also opened a museum they call the Airstream Heritage Center at the start of this month.
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Wally Byam Caravan Club International Historian
Vintage Airstream Club Historian
WBCCI/VAC #702 & #6768
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06-23-2022, 09:58 AM
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1 Rivet Member
Huntington Beach
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Hi Joe,
I saw your message and replied but not sure it went through. Let me know if it didn't.
Though I don't own an Airstream, the company has been a big part of my life, especially as a teen. The new Center sounds fascinating and I will look into it.
Thanks, Gerry
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06-24-2022, 08:15 AM
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Rivet Master
1962 22' Safari
2016 30' Classic
Southeast
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Join Date: Mar 2004
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Hi Gerry
I did not receive any reply from you via private message. Just send me your contact info to my Airstream Club Historian email address of history@airstreamclub.net. Thanks.
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Joe
Wally Byam Caravan Club International Historian
Vintage Airstream Club Historian
WBCCI/VAC #702 & #6768
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06-24-2022, 10:32 AM
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1 Rivet Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 66Overlander
Hi Gerry
I did not receive any reply from you via private message. Just send me your contact info to my Airstream Club Historian email address of history@airstreamclub.net. Thanks.
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Email Sent
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06-25-2022, 09:09 AM
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Rivet Master
1962 22' Safari
2016 30' Classic
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GLetourneau
Email Sent
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I have replied by email and included a scan of the article you asked about from your father.
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Joe
Wally Byam Caravan Club International Historian
Vintage Airstream Club Historian
WBCCI/VAC #702 & #6768
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06-25-2022, 05:06 PM
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1 Rivet Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 66Overlander
I have replied by email and included a scan of the article you asked about from your father.
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I got it, thanks so much for you help Joe!
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