Legion Report
by Fred Lee (fotofred4u@q.com)
The William H Crippen Post 62 of Humboldt held their regular meeting on Monday, October 2, 2017. We had the salute to the Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes and Treasurer’s reports were given and approved. The treasurer also gave a report on the Dinner Party last month. Everyone agreed that our Dinner Party was a great success. It was reported Charlie Beck is recuperating at home and Neal Even is doing better too. Commander Chuck Dubbe read a thank-you card from Jim & Edith Jarding. Fred Lee had a cash donation to the post in Louis Jarding’s name from Bob & Robyn Hanisch. The Commander had some extra Legion magazines he started receiving for members to give to prospective members to read. This is a program that could last a year or so. He also read some highlights from the American Legion Headquarters bulletin. The dates of our Oratory contest was read and discussed.
Fred Lee gave the highlights from the latest “Up To Now” and the Commander discussed our Oratory fund. It is hoped we can get some contributions from the community. There was some discussion on the recent tragedy in Las Vegas and it was noted that the President had issued a proclamation for the United States flag be displayed at half-staff until sunset, October 6, as a mark of respect for the victims of the tragedy there.
The Commander mentioned that the 100th anniversary of the American Legion is coming up next year and asked for ideas anyone might have to showcase The American Legion.
After these discussions, the meeting was adjourned.
Auxiliary Report
by Connie Lueth, Secretary
The William H. Crippen American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 62, opened their meeting in regular form by President Donna Beck with 13 members present. The Secretary’s report was read and approved; and the Treasurer’s report was given and placed on file.
Many nice gifts for our Veterans’ Christmas shopping were brought in by members. If you forgot, you may still bring gifts to our November meeting.
Lorena Dubbe said that volunteers are needed to fulfill our obligation to the VA for their Social Hour on Saturday afternoon, October 21st. No one could commit at this time; but she will do some calling. If any member(s) who were not there would like to volunteer for this, be sure to contact Lorena. VA and community service hours were recorded. Dianne, our sunshine chairwoman, reported no cards having to be sent since the September meeting. There was only one letter of correspondence from our District President Alice Upshaw.
Items for our Basket of Harvest for which we will sell chances at the Soup and Pie were discussed. Everyone should bring items, such as jellies, canned tomatoes, vegetables, croutons, towels, hot pan holders, keeping a Thanksgiving meal in mind. Please bring them to the November meeting. Along with our discussion of the Soup and Pie, we decided to keep the prices the same as last year. They were ages 11 and older-adults--$8.00; ages 6 to 10--$5.00; ages 5 and under—free. We will serve from 11:00a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Veteran’s Day plans were discussed. Salisbury steaks, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy will be provided by two of our trustworthy members; and the rest of the members will bring potluck—either salad or dessert. A special invitation to all Veterans will be placed in the paper two weeks in advance.
We went through the Annual Obligations to the State. Then Lorena reported on the District 7 meeting last month.
The meeting was adjourned. Dianne Struck won the door prize. Sharon Rehfeldt and Doug and Connie Meyer served the lunch. Next month servers will be Dennis and Jean Erickson and Dale and Jackie Lofswold.
Volunteers with “Pin-Ups for Vets” visited the VA Hospital in Sioux Falls on Thursday, Oct 12. The California-based group sells a calendar featuring female veterans dressed in the style of 1940s-era pin-up girls, as well as other nostalgic, pin-up related art and memorabilia. The funds are donated to VA Health Systems nationwide. The veterans welcomed them to the VA Hospital in Sioux Falls.
From the “Up To Now”
Mid-Winter sweepstakes mailouts will soon be arriving in your mailboxes. Those who participate have a chance of $1,000 top prize, proceeds from this sweepstakes helps fund our programs.
The South Dakota Veterans Council will be hosting the legislative roundtable meetings during the month of November. They will meet on Wednesday noon, November 15, 2017, at the DAV Headquarters in Sioux Falls.
HATS IN THE RING
Codington County American Legion Post 17 has endorsed Dennis Brenden for the position of State Commander for 2018-2019.
Post Member Spotlight
Tim Hentges is a twenty-five year member of our Post. He is a Vietnam veteran.
He enlisted in the US Air Force in April, 1970 and trained at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. Later he had training with the Minuteman missiles and was stationed at Ellsworth Air Force Base for three years.
He left the service as an E4 Sergeant in February, 1974 and returned to Madison SD and worked at Gehl manufacturing.
Legion Meeting - Monday, Nov 6, at 7:30 pm
Auxiliary Meeting - Monday, Nov 6, at 7:30 pm
Veterans Day Pot-Luck-Sat, Nov 11 at 7 pm
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