Volume 49, Issue 12 Sauls-Bridges American Legion Post 13 News DECEMBER 2014 THANKS TO ALL VETERANS AND FAMILIES FOR YOUR SACRIFICES! CONSIDERATION---CARING---CONCERN For the Veterans Day breakfast, there was an outpouring of volunteers desiring to help in any manner with the event. The number far exceeded the demand to prepare the breakfast. More than 400 veterans, family members and friends were served. The hall was beautifully decorated, the weather was good, and all was well for the occasion. It Has Been Good, --- but it’s time to move on. Carolyn Archer and I have prepared the Post News for years. But it’s time to let others share the Fun. Really, it has been our honor to assemble and publish it. Other mem- bers will assume the task beginning with the January issue! ---Charles LeCroy An expression of “Thank You,” and “You are appreciated,” and “Good Job!” are often heard, but fall short of the real value of their contribution. These members, families and friends al- ways ensure that Post 13 is a notable place to visit. The following have kept Post 13 looking good for a long time: Bob Wray and his grandson Steve, Bob James, Vic Hanna, Tom Albert and his son Jacob, Ben Balding, Jerry Blaisdale, Ray House, Ken Gainey, Fred Reis, Angel Alvarez, Sharon Courey, Carol Easom, Brenda Austin, Steve Weiner, Brent Brock, Keith Gaden, Gordon Johnson, Richard McCulley and his daughter Angel, Juanita LeCroy, Lois Hanna, Louise Williams, Michael Gavin, Paul Lucarelli. Don Gertersen, Muriel Kweyama, Mari- lyn and Ward Houston, Harry Mulhearn, Donna Thornton, Ha- zel Connell, Al McGonigal, Doug Marsh, David Frank, Richard Duley, Jamie Boynton, Jimmy and Jewel Steele and their daughter Kim McMath, Nell Hewitt, Bob Keller and several others that we have overlooked.
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Volume 49, Issue 12
Sauls-Bridges American
Legion Post 13 News
DECEMBER 2014
THANKS TO ALL VETERANS AND FAMILIES FOR YOUR SACRIFICES!
CONSIDERATION---CARING---CONCERN
For the Veterans Day breakfast, there was an outpouring of volunteers desiring to help in
any manner with the event. The number far exceeded the demand to prepare the breakfast.
More than 400 veterans, family members and friends were served. The hall was beautifully
decorated, the weather was good, and all was well for the occasion.
It Has Been Good, ---
but it’s time to move on.
Carolyn Archer and I
have prepared the Post
News for years. But
it’s time to let others
share the Fun.
Really, it has been our
honor to assemble and
publish it. Other mem-
bers will assume the
task beginning with the
January issue!
---Charles LeCroy
An expression of “Thank You,” and “You are appreciated,” and
“Good Job!” are often heard, but fall short of the real value of
their contribution. These members, families and friends al-
ways ensure that Post 13 is a notable place to visit.
The following have kept Post 13 looking good for a long time:
Bob Wray and his grandson Steve, Bob James, Vic Hanna, Tom
Albert and his son Jacob, Ben Balding, Jerry Blaisdale, Ray
House, Ken Gainey, Fred Reis, Angel Alvarez, Sharon Courey,
Carol Easom, Brenda Austin, Steve Weiner, Brent Brock, Keith
Gaden, Gordon Johnson, Richard McCulley and his daughter
Angel, Juanita LeCroy, Lois Hanna, Louise Williams, Michael
Gavin, Paul Lucarelli. Don Gertersen, Muriel Kweyama, Mari-
lyn and Ward Houston, Harry Mulhearn, Donna Thornton, Ha-
zel Connell, Al McGonigal, Doug Marsh, David Frank, Richard
Duley, Jamie Boynton, Jimmy and Jewel Steele and their
daughter Kim McMath, Nell Hewitt, Bob Keller and several
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EVERY DAY IS VETERANS DAY!
POST 13 MEMBERS IN VETERANS DAY PARADE
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The Chaplain’s
Corner by Bob Wray,
Post Chaplain
WE NOW HAVE FREEDOM---LET’S KEEP IT--WHATEVER IT TAKES!
Our Supreme Commander,
Thank You for the wonderful Veterans Day celebra-
tions. We particularly thank Charles Le Croy for
organizing and executing the Veterans Day break-
fast, enjoyed by over 400. We thank all the Veter-
ans and Auxiliary not only for helping with the
breakfast, but also helping with the parade float.
On Sunday, December 7th at 7AM we will have a
flag ceremony memorializing the attack on Pearl
Harbor, which also occurred on a Sunday morning,
December 7, 1941, 73 years earlier. Please come
and show your respect.
Americans realized by that attack that a Satanic
military evil threatened America, and we must
give up our indifference and fight. Instead of com-
promise, we rallied with total unity, industry and
devotion to God and Country, and we secured what
we demanded---unconditional surrender. The Japa-
nese thought we would just be complacent and
agree to a surrender, but Japanese General Yama-
moto understood the American people. When he
was told of the tremendous Japanese victory at
Pearl Harbor, he only sadly said, “I fear all we have
done is awaken a sleeping giant---.”
May be we need another Satanic evil this time of a
spiritual nature to again unite us as Pearl Harbor
did, to turn us again to God and Country.
On the bombing of Pearl Harbor
America wrenched and cried.
The Japanese who attacked so well
Were cheering as we died
America will always remember
That day when time stood still,
That day was December 7th
When we realized what we must fulfill.
Election of 3rd Vice Commander
Dave Gallo was nominated for the office of
3rd Vice Commander of this Post at the
Nov. 13th General Membership meeting.
This was the only nomination. The elec-
tion for that office will be held December
1, at the GMM.
Installation will be held following the
nomination.
Changes to the Constitution &
By-Laws
The second reading of changes to the Post
Constitution & By-Laws was done at the Oct.
9th General Membership meeting. A few
changes were necessary, and a second read-
ing was done.
Changes are done in compliance with Depart-
ment and National guidelines.
----Cmdr. John Folsom
Decorating for Christmas
The Post will be decorated for Christmas
on Monday, Dec. 1st, beginning at 10am.
Auxiliary and other members are encour-
aged to be available and assist with this
annual affair.
Christmas Holiday Season
A wonderful time of the year to again ap-
preciate joys and freedoms we have and
can express our pleasures as we desire.
American Legion Post 13 and staff wish
all our members and families a truly won-
derful and blessed holiday and we will see
you next year!
The Post will be closed for
business Dec. 25 and Dec. 31.
DECEMBER 7th at 7AM
We will assemble at the Legion to lower the
flag at half-mast and have prayer. We re-
spectfully ask you to attend in remembrance
of the historical event.
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FREEDOM HAS BEEN EARNED—AND DEFENDED; THEREFORE WE ARE FREE!
SAULS-BRIDGES AMERICAN LEGION POST 13 NEWS
"LIGHTING THE WAY FOR VETERANS"
Greetings Auxiliary Members,
Veterans' Day was glorious and photos and
events validate the importance of the occasion.
Our new Auxiliary Flag was debuted and the
Post 13 Float was immaculate. Thanks to
Juanita and all others who helped with decora-
tions; Thanks to Tracy for our Miss Poppy sign;
Thanks to Val for allowing the Auxiliary to use
his vehicle; and most important - THANKS TO
VETERANS AND MILITARY FAMILIES for
service to America.
The last month of the year and we
are still fulfilling our mission of
service and support to Veterans
and military families.
Project for December is
"Christmas Stockings for Veter-
ans" and providing Christmas
meals to our Veterans. Thank
you ladies for filling numerous
Christmas stockings which will
be sent to Afghanistan to Sandy
Walker's son's unit.
THE PRESIDENT’S CORNER Mark your calendar for the following events: Deco-
rate the Post for Christmas Holidays on Monday, De-
cember 1st at 10am; and Executive Committee and
General Membership Meetings on December 11th at
5:30pm and 7:00pm.
Please continue to pray for members, family, friends,
and Veterans as we end the 2014 year and look for-
ward to GODSPEED as usual in 2015.
Happy Holidays!!
God Be With Us All,
Muriel Alexander Kweyama
President, ALA Unit 13
NEW FLAG PRESENTED TO ALA 13
Pleased to announce that Commander John
Folsom presented a new American Legion
Auxiliary flag to 2nd District President Nell
Hewitt and Auxiliary 13 President Muriel
Kweyama at the October social.
We greatly appreciate Post 13 for its efforts
to enhance the activities of Unit 13. Your
flag will be displayed with pride in the Le-
gion Hall.
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“LEAD, FOLLOW, OR GET OUT OF THE WAY!”
AUXILIARY CHAPLAIN’S PRAYER
Unit 13 Membership Report
As we continue "Shining for Membership" the
beacon of the lighthouse is the guiding light for
our Auxiliary members. It shines upon our
members to renew, rejoin and attract new mem-
bers. Membership is the engine that drives our
ability to serve our veterans, without you, we
would not exist. Those members who have not
sent their dues in for this fiscal year will become
inactive as of December 31st. and will have all
privilege suspended. We need your support,
please submit your dues ASAP.
Dues for seniors are $30.00 and Junior dues are
$4.00, please make your check payable to ALA
Unit 13, Inc and the mailing address is: P. O.
Box 3974, Tallahassee, Florida 32315. Please
indicate "Attn: Membership" on your envelope.
You may also bring your dues at our next GM
meeting which will be held on Thursday, Decem-
ber 11th at 7:00 pm. at the "Hooch". Hope to
see you there.
If you have questions, comments or concerns, please contact us at: ALA Unit [email protected] Nell Hewitt
POST 13 WELCOMES FIRST
OFFICE MANAGER
In case you don’t know her, meet office man-
ager Brenda Austin. Here is a brief synopsis
of her experience:
BA degree from Florida State University,
Approximately 8 years in law enforce-
ment prior to a severe injury,
Museum Manager and Booking Coordina-
tor for DeVoe Moore at Antique Car Mu-
seum with day-to-day responsibility for
millions of dollars in inventory.
Business Manager of Dick Houser Center
for Childhood Services (approximately 3
million dollar business). Handled all pay-
roll, insurance and personnel matters.
Worked directly with CPA.
Office Manager at PACE Center for Girls,
a statewide facility whose headquarters is
located out of town. Handled employee
relations matters, all deposits, handling
of cash, as well as reconciliation.
WELCOME ABOARD!
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DO UNTO OTHERS AS THOUGH YOU WERE THE OTHER!!
DID YOU KNOW?
by JOHN FOLSOM
Commander
Dec 15th
1948 – The Secretary of the Navy signed a
“Memorandum of Agreement” with the State De-
partment which laid the basis for the modern
Marine Security Guard program at U.S. embas-
sies throughout the world.
Dec 16th
1821 – LT Robert F. Stockton and Dr. Eli Ayers,
a naval surgeon and member of American Colo-
nizing Society, induce a local African king to sell
territory for a colony which became the Republic
of Liberia.
1942 – Pharmacist’s Mate First Class Harry B.
Roby, USNR, performs an appendectomy on Tor-
pedoman First Class W. R. Jones on board USS
Grayback (SS-208). It is the second appendecto-
my performed on board a submarine
Dec 19th
1939 – The German liner Columbus, closely
trailed by the US cruiser Tuscaloosa, is
scuttled some 300 miles from the American
coast, to avoid capture by the approaching
British destroyer HMS Hyperion
Dec 20th
1924 – Adolf Hitler was released from prison af-
ter serving less than one year of a five year sen-
tence for treason.
1939 – The American cruiser USS Tuscalossa
arrives in New York with 579 survivors from the
scuttled German liner Columbus. They disem-
bark on Ellis Island
DONATIONS NEEDED FOR VETERANS VILLAGE
Currently, food items are in short supply at the Food Bank, so we
are asking Legion and Auxiliary members to donate nonperishable
food items and, as always, products such as toilet paper, tooth-
paste, deodorant, and cleaning supplies to Veterans Village.
Whenever we have monthly meetings and socials or at any time it
is convenient with our members, donations can be brought to the
Post. These would be picked up later by Vets Village. It has been
a while since this Post has made donations of any type to them.
According to Shawn Noles the main food items they can best use
are canned beef and chicken stews, hearty soups, beans, meats:
such as spam, tuna, chicken, jars of pasta sauce, dry noodles, spa-
ghetti, and dry soup mixes---like chili. At the present time they do
not have space for perishable or refrigerated items.
Also, if members want to start a drive through their friends--
churches--other social groups, this would be great. But before
any delivery of donations, the new resident manager of Talla-
hassee Veterans Village, Sylvester Jones, should be contacted to
coordinate the delivery. His personal phone number is 1-850-462-
7733.
Bob James—Acting 3rd. Vice Commander
Planning a New Year’s Eve Party?
American Legion Post 13 Hall is
available.
Contact Debbi Ramsey @ 284-6967
COST-FREE HAIRCUTS
FOR VETERANS
The family salon Great
Clips are offering free hair-
cuts to Veterans for Novem-
ber and December. Just
have your ID available.
Locations: Lafayette Place,
Tallahassee (850) 656-6536.
Bradford Center (850) 574-
9400.
Gateway (Thomasville)
(229) 226-5640.
Inner Perimeter (Valdosta)
(229) 257-0544.
We Greatly Appreciate
Your Support of Our
Veterans!!!
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To Book your Event at the Post, please call Debbie at 850-284-6967. We do not maintain regular office hours. All services performed here are volunteer hours. Generally, the office is open from Noon until late afternoon. If you must leave a message, please make certain to leave your area code as part of your telephone number.
