Salvation Army welcomes new board members

16 years ago
By Elna Seabrooks
Staff Writer

    HOULTON — The Salvation Army’s advisory board here grew by three new members last Thursday when it welcomed Houlton Water Company Customer Services Supervisor Jane Lynds, TD Banknorth Branch Manager John Tribou and Houlton Postmaster Fred Workman to the organization.

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NEW BOARD MEMBERS — Captain Steven Pearl handed new advisory board members their Salvation Army manuals and insignia pins last week as he welcomed them to the organization. Next to Pearl, from left, are Fred Workman, Houlton postmaster; John Tribou, TD Banknorth branch manager; and Jane Lynds, Houlton Water Company customer services supervisor.

    Captain Steve Pearl said since he and his wife have been here for the last three years, they are getting to know the community. But, Pearl says, these individuals already know the community “because they have been here their whole lives and they know what’s going on.” And, that’s where this expansion from nine members to an eventual 15 or 20 members “will be helpful to move the Army ahead in its mission to preach the gospel and help people in need.”
    Each of the new advisory board members will serve a minimum three-year term bringing their own special talents to the board. All three expressed their desire to participate fully to enhance the agency’s work.
    Lynds, who has volunteered in the social ministries with the food pantry, Christmas basket and toy campaigns, says she wants “to help them do whatever they need to have done.”     
    After volunteering for the Christmas kettle program, Workman said it was great ringing the bell with his daughter at his side and taking on other duties. He says he looks forward to using his contacts in the community and helping in other ways with his wife’s assistance.
    Tribou says he expects his financial expertise will be most helpful “in leading, guiding and suggesting avenues for the Salvation Army Thrift Stores in Presque Isle and Houlton.”
    The Houlton thrift store lost its momentum, Pearl says, when it shut down for renovations shortly after opening last year. But, he adds, the store is rebuilding community enthusiasm, especially now that he has posted a very large “open” sign on the property on Water Street near Pleasant Street. Pearl says he wants to assure potential customers that, despite outward appearances as the renovation continues, they have, indeed, re-opened with plenty of merchandise. The hours in Houlton are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.