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American Legion Post 56 Monthly Bulletin

July 2010

Commander's Message

Greetings;

As my first official duty I wish to convey a few thank -you’s.

 
First, I wish to thank Rex Stotts for his leadership, mentoring and dedication to the cause and purpose of Post 56 for this past year.  With the many challenges of this last year I say thank you Rex Stotts for your leadership.

Second, I wish to thank the membership of Post 56 for the privilege and honor to be your commander.   It is my intent to uphold the traditions established by the previous commanders, and lead in a direction, as directed by its membership.

 
Fellow members we need the support of everyone. For the good of the American Legion Post 56. With that in mind I want to ask 2 questions.

1. What do you want Post 56 to be?
2. What do you expect Post 56 to be?

We, all have expectations some small and some big. With that in mind I believe that we all want the post to succeed.  I want to invite you to come forward at our post meetings held the 3rd Monday of every month at 7:00pm. If you are unable to attend please put your suggestions and ideas in writing and sign them. Then we will address your ideas.

We need everyone of our 950 members to be involved to make Post 56 a success not just a few. There are many ways to be involved thru various committees and activities. There will be a sign up sheet posted on the door going into the bar for areas to volunteer your time.  You, can also be involved financially to help in the cash flow.  By doing simple things like; buy a gift card, eat a meal, or bring a friend to dinner.

 
We have 2 immediate needs for volunteers.

1. The 3rd of July serving burgers and brats from noon till 7:00pm.
2. A Pork Chop Dinner on the 17th for the Honor Guard with the hope of matching money from Thrivent Financial.

  
I thank you for your patience in the length of my first letter to you. But, these are questions I will be asking and challenges I will be making every month that I am the commander.

  
For God and Country;
Bill Goette
Post Commander 

Club Update

Dates to Remember

Monday - Texas Hold-em and Taco Night
Tuesday - Burger Night
Wednesday - Bingo
Thursday - Buffet
Friday - Karaoke
Sunday - Bingo
 
Jul 2nd - Noon Hour Live on KATE
July 3rd - Burgers and Brats Fundraiser Noon - 8pm
July 4th - Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast 8:00-12:30   $6.00
July 4th - Enjoy Our Freedoms
July 17th - Honor Guard Pork Chop Dinner
July 17th -  Tom and Max Together Again
July 18th - 31st Korean War Veterans Tribute
July 18th - VFW Breakfast
July 25th - Post Breakfast

Legion family members:  Any member needing help can apply to the National Emergency Fund for up to $1,500.  We have forms at the Post.  Check with the Adjutant or Club Manager

"Freedom Isn't Free" T-shirts are still available for sale.  
Short sleeve - $10, Long sleeve - $15

Auxiliary News

Auxiliary Members:

On June 11th, I was installed as your president. Congratulations to Bill Goette, the incoming Commander for the Post.

Soon you will be getting your membership notices for 2010-2011. The legion year begins on July 1st. There will be a free membership luncheon for paid members on Wednesday, August 18th. If you haven't paid your membership you can do so then.

The Auxiliary does not meet in July or August. Have a good summer and we will see you at the September meeting.

Your President,
Janet Scherb

TAPS

DONALD G. JOHNSON
Born Dec. 8, 1912.  Died Mar. 16, 2010.  Donald served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945.  He was a member of American Legion and VFW.

EDWARD L. MADSON
Born Mar. 21, 1921.  Died May 5, 2010.  Edward served in the U.S. Army July 1942 to Oct. 1945.  He was a member of the American Legion.

ROBERT E. NOLTING
Born Nov. 4, 1919.  Died May 13, 2010.  Robert served in the U.S. Army Medical Corp. during WWII.  He was a member of the American Legion and VFW.

FRED L. SILBAUGH
Born Jan. 31, 1921.  Died May 12, 2010.  Fred served in the U.S. Army during WWII.  He was a member of the American Legion.

STANLEY W. FREDRICKSON
Born April 26, 1921.  Died May 16, 2010.  Stanley served in the U.S. Army during WWII.  He was a member of the American Legion.

MELVIN SIMONSON
Born Aug. 31, 1937.  Died June 7, 2010.  Melvin served in the U.S. Army.  He was a member of the American Legion.

ORVILLE H. WEUM
Born Apr. 5, 1922.  Died May 29, 2010.  Orville served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1946.  He was a member of the American Legion and VFW.

WENDELL "ROSS" R. ARNOLD
Born Mar. 29, 1932.  Died June 16, 2010.  Ross was a member of the American Legion.

Dollar-A-Month (D.A.M.)

JANE ENGER    DONATION
EDWIN/VIRGINIA PLANTAGE    DONATION
JEANETTE L. OLSON    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
FAMILY OF ROBERT NOLTING    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
DAVID PEIK    DONATION
PAUL GILPIN    MEM OF ORVILLE WEUM
GEORGE/DONNA BOTHUM    MEM OF JOHN D. BOTHUM
FORRY/CLARICE PORTER    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
SUSIE SATHER & FAMILY    MEM OF LARRY YOUNG
KARIN MATTSON    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
DALE/DONNA HEILMAN    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
SHIRLEY HANSEN   MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING

HONOR GUARD DONATIONS
FAMILY OF ROBERT NOLTING    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
FAMILY OF LARRY YOUNG    MEM OF LARRY YOUNG
DOROTHY HARTY    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
ROGER/CLARICE BAKKEN    MEM OF RYAN BAKKEN
BILL/MARILYN DANIELSEN    DONATION
LADIES WEDNESDAY CARD CLUB    DONATION
WES/CINDY HALVERSON    DONATION
ROSE KAUFFMAN    MEM OF BUD KAUFFMAN AND HODY HANSON
DOORS AND FLOORS    DONATION
BILL/MARILYN DANIELSEN    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
JOAN R. SCHWARTZ    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
P.J.HAYEK    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
R. G./MARY KEATING    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
MARWOOD/EUNICE ISACKSON    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
ALAN B. /PATRICIA ARENDS    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
R. F. & I. J. SCHMIDT    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
JEAN M.SEVERSON    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
MAVIS KNUDSON    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
CATHERINE BORER    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING
BARBARA W. RUBLE    MEM OF ROBERT NOLTING

LEGACY  RUN

What is the Legacy Run?  The Legacy Run is a trip from Indianapolis to Milwaukee location of our National convention in August.  Its purpose is that Legion Riders and anyone else can raise money for the Legacy scholarship which is available for children of parents that have served and died on active duty since 9-11-2001.  Must be a high school senior or graduate to apply and the size of the scholarship depends on the size of the trust and number of applicants.  If you know someone that may qualify check it out on www.legion.org  website.

On Tuesday August 24th the Legion Riders will  be stopping in Albert Lea and staying overnight.  Post 56 wishes to be a great host so we are planning on welcoming to town with fan support on the interstate overpass at exit 5 and S. Shore Dr. with flags, banners, etc.  After arriving downtown they will be eating in the parking lot area across from the Legion, Community band playing, and donations for the scholarship can be made to National Commander Hill. You can visit, share stories, look at bikes, and of course eat as the proceeds will go to the scholarship.

What can you do?  If willing and able to help please give the Post a call at 373-7993 and leave your name and phone number.  We need people in the following areas:  Line up groups to welcome them to town; serve food, set up tables and chairs, take down table and chairs, clean up outside area, provide containers for recycling and garbage, advertise, and get people to come to the event.

This is probably a once in a lifetime event for Post 56 and Legionnaires so let all get out and support it. More next month.

Consider supporting Leo Carey American Legion Post 56 with a contribution to the Dollar-A-Month (D.A.M.) fund.  Whether it’s a dollar a month, or a larger donation, these funds are used to support the Post 56 club facilities, maintenance & continued growth of our organization.

If you would like to make a donation to the Post 56 D.A.M. fund, please complete the form in this newsletter and return it to Leo Carey American Legion Post 56.  You can recognize someone special by naming that person in their memory or honor.  Your contribution will be listed in the Post’s monthly flyer and on the website.

Judi Olson, D.A.M. Account Manager

To make a donation, click on the link to our D.A.M. Fund Account Page.

The U.S. flag flown this month is in memory of Ambrose "Hop" Smith, U.S. Navy WWII.  
He was born 7-28-1910 and died 6-1-1976.

  
Thank you to the family.

The deadline for the August issue will be the Wednesday following the post meeting.  This will be the deadline policy in the future!

Post 447 VFW and Auxiliary meetings are held on the 2^nd Monday of every month at the American Legion Post 56 Clubrooms @ 7:00pm. Come and join VFW Post 447. 

Veterans helping Veterans.