Legion Report
by Fred Lee (fotofred4u@q.com)
The William H Crippen Post 62 held their regular meeting on Monday, July 1st, with eight members present. Before the meeting started, we gathered with the Auxiliary members to present a plaque to Rachel Schartz for being the 2013 Oratorical Champion of the Year. The plaque was to be presented to her at the State Convention in Rapid City last month. After this presentation, we each went on to our meetings. We had the salute to the Flag and the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes and treasurer’s report from the previous meeting were read and approved. Service Officer Ken Struck was not present, and no one was reported on sick call.Commander Jerry Corey received a thank you card from the Laynard Friske family for our remembrance of his brother, Donald.
Charles Dubbe helped the Marion Legion Post carry Colors in their parade and gave us a report. Dave Froke, Tommy Holdahl, Fred Lee and Charles also carried Colors in Humboldt’s Fun Day parade.
Charles Beck and Fred Lee reported on the State Convention held in Rapid City in June. Rick MacDonald of Hermosa was elected our new State Commander. Our Post received a First Place award on our History book and a Third Place award for our newsletter entry. Jerry Corey also attended and all of them enjoyed the convention.
Looking ahead, the Commander talked about the possibility of having a Flag Disposal ceremony in the fall, our Dinner Party is coming up in September and Humboldt’s 125th year reunion next year. We need to think about our involvement in these activities.
After these discussions, the meeting was adjourned.
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Auxiliary Report
by Donna Beck
The William H Crippen American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 held their regular meeting Monday, July 1st. The meeting was called to order by President Connie Meyer with nine members present. We said the Pledge of Allegiance, sang our National Anthem and recited the Preamble to our Constitution.The minutes and treasures reports of the June 3rd meeting were given and approved.
The District President’s letter told us effective in January, members can receive the Legionette by email. Nine towns have moved to District 7 from District 8. She will be holding county training sessions in the near future.
A list of committees for the coming year was handed out.
Our Unit will host Bingo at the VA Medical Center on Thursday, July 25th. Dianne Struck, Connie Lueth, Connie Meyer and Donna Beck plan to attend.
Donna Beck reported on the State Convention in Rapid City and the homecoming party for the new State Auxiliary President, Janet Hurlbert in Raymond. Her theme is “Veterans leave FOOTPRINTS on our hearts”.
Wanda Artz told us Humboldt will celebrate 125 years on June 20, 21 and 22, 2014 and an all school reunion will be held.
The meeting was adjourned. Theresa Meyer won the door prize. Lunch was served by Theresa Meyer and Donna Beck.
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