REFLECTIONS

A Closing Word

Due to a very large column last month, we are a bit short on letters for this issue. Take heart though, the next one should be a biggie! Just as we are winding up this column another large packet of material has come in from the Stemgas offices, but due to the usual time constraints, it won't be dealt with until the next issue. It's like this folks- you don't like it when the magazine arrives late; and when ye olde Reflector is the one holding up the works, that definitely can be just cause for it being tardy in arriving.

Quite honestly, it amazes me how the Stemgas folks manage to get each issue of GEM done in time to start on the next one-it surely must take some organizing and planning. I've never been a creature of habit, and surely will never take any awards for getting things done in time, despite intensive efforts to the contrary.

As this column makes its way to GEM in early December of 1989, the Reflector is already beginning some cogitations on next year's engine projects. At the top of our list stands a 4 hp IHC Mogul which we purchased last fall from our lately departed friend, Richard Wigim of West Liberty, Iowa. Those of us who knew Dick knew several months ago that the end was fast approaching. Yet, even though the quality of life had waned, it still leaves an empty spot when our friends pass away. Since the little Mogul came from such a good friend, and since this writer has a special liking for Mogul engines, we are proud and happy to have this one in our stable.

An obituary for Richard Wigim is included in this issue.