Spokes-Women Pony Express Day, July 30, 1998

There was an extra large group of motorcyclists making the trip to Freehold since we had a Blue Knight's escort of over 10 riders, over 20 associate riders, and riders from District II, the Dawn Patrol Club, the Pony Express core contingent including Sue Slate, Gin Shear and others including two chase vehicles. It just so happened that the Pony Express Tour would be coming to Freehold on the last Thursday of the month. This is the day each month throughout the summer when Freehold welcomes the Kruisers, a group of classic car owners who display their cars on the streets of Freehold to the admiring glances of thousands of on-lookers. Also, for the past few years, a special parking area along Throckmorton Street has been reserved for motorcycles. Thus, Kruise Night attracts many thousands of classic car and motorcycle enthusiasts. This then became the backdrop for the Spokes-Women's entrance into Freehold as they completed their leg of the Pony Express Tour '98.

Our club raised over $12,500. this year in support of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The Pony Express Tour returns 100 cents for each dollar donated so our contribution will go directly to research.

At the ceremony in front of the Hall of Records, Barbara Z. introduced Amy Handlin, Monmouth County's only woman Freeholder, who spoke about Breast Cancer research. Amy then presented a proclamation to the Spokes-Women from the Board of Chosen Freeholders commending the Spokes-Women's efforts to raise over $12,500 in support of the Pony Express Tour. Then, the formal hand-off ceremony took place to assemble the Bronze Mosaic and pass it to the principal riders from Artemis M/C who will take the next leg of the tour. Patty G. then presented certificates of appreciation to various sponsors.