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6 THE AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF OHIO 7 POINT OF CONTACTS 8 DEPARTMENT HQ STAFF FIELD SERVICE OFFICE STAFF Department of Ohio Cleveland VARO 9 60 Big Run Rd., Delaware, OH 43015 Department Service Offi cers 740-362-7478 1240 East 9th St Rm 923 Email: [email protected] Cleveland, OH 44199 www.ohiolegion.com 216-522-3504 10 Suzette Heller, Department Adjutant Bill Genochio, VA&R/VBA/PSO/ W: 740-513-1550 C: 740-971-7225 Field Offi ce Coordinator 11 12 E: [email protected] W: 216-522-3504 C: 740-816-7589 E: [email protected] 13 14 Rebecca Corbin, Finance/National Convention/Emblem Sales/Post Admin. Will Brown, DSO 15 W: 740-513-5389 W: 216-522-3504 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] 16 17 18 Marie Leister, Executive Administrative Michelle Jones, DSO Assistant to the Adjutant and Commander W: 216-522-3504 19 W: 740-513-5359 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Christie White, Americanism/Children & Eric Hall, DSO W: 216-522-3504 Youth Coordinator 20 W: 740-513-5199 C: 740-815-0341 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Cindy Weasner, DSO 21 Jon Vulgamore, Media/Communications W: 614-257-5497 & Marketing Coordinator E: [email protected] W: 740-816-7659 Chalmers P. Wylie Across Down Columbus VA Across Down E: [email protected] 1. _____ can remove the president from offi ce in exceptional 420 N James Rd 2. Person sent ahead to acquire information in a war zone 2. Person sent ahead to acquire information in a war circumstances.1. _____ can remove the president from office in Sherry Yockey, Membership Administrator Columbus, OH 43219 • 614-257-5200 6. _____ Day, or the end of World War I, occurred on the W: 740-816-7552 zone 11th month on the 11th day at the 11th hour. 2. Typeexceptional of missile circumstances. E: [email protected] Beth Garino, DSO 6. _____ Day, or the end of World War I, occurred on 2. Type of missile W: 513-475-6440 8. The _____ Corps is the smallest of the four military 3. This3. Federal branch of government evaluates laws Jermaine Ferguson, VA&R/VHA/GFY/ E: [email protected] the 11th monthbranches. on the 11th day at the 11th hour. This Federal branch of government evaluates laws 8. 4. Protects4. the head. Also known as the brain-bucket Legislative/National Security Coordinator Cincinnati VAMC The _____9. “to safeguard Corps andis the transmit smallest to posterity of the principles four military of Protects the head. Also known as the brain-bucket W: 740-816-7596 C: 740-815-0765 3200 Vine Street, Rm B148a 5. to 5.conceal something by the use of disguising something into branches. _____ , freedom and democracy…” the naturalto conceal environment something by the use of disguising E: [email protected] Cincinnati, OH 45220 9. “to safeguard and transmit to posterity the something into the natural environment 10. Student in training for a military commission 7. Firearm with a long barrel Elisha Hoeft - Front Desk Administrator Dayton VAMC/WPAFB: 7. principles13. of a _____portable cannon, freedom used to and fi re bomb democracy…” shells Firearm with a long barrel Ph: 740-362-7478 Gary Felver 10. 11. General11. _____ means go to battle stations Ph: 937-268-6511 x2967 Student in training for a military commission General _____ means go to battle stations E: [email protected] 13. 15. The Legion _____ program was formed in 1925 during 12. The12. American fl ag’s 13 alternating red and white stripes E: [email protected] a portablean South cannon Dakota used Department to fire state bomb convention. shells The American flag’s 13 alternating red and white Andrew Klingler Program Admin 15. The Legion _____ program was formed in 1925 representstripes the represent 13 original _____. the 13 original _____. Ph: 740-513-1787 16. a fortifi ed place, or position stationed with troops 14. a person who holds a commission in the armed forces E: [email protected] during an South Dakota Department state convention. 14. a person who holds a commission in the armed 18. Group of naval ships under one command 16. a fortified place, or position stationed with troops 17. Radioforces signal system used to detect aircraft 18. Group19. of The naval _____ shipsWar was under a nearly one 20-year command battle (November 17. Radio signal system used to detect aircraft 1, 1955–April 30, 1975) 19. The _____ War was a nearly 20-year battle (November20. Army1, 1955–April rank above corporal, 30, 1975) and below staff sergeant 20. Army21. rank a set above of buildings corporal, used to house and soldiers below staff sergeant 21. a set of buildings used to house soldiers January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 3 DEPARTMENT COMMANDER Legion- member. The challenges we follow the safe practice guide- ters, America is facing. Com- in membership and I want to naires: Greet- faced has made us stronger. We lines to assist in controlling the munication is the key. Use the congratulate all of you for the ings from need to continue with the same spread. tools provided to reach out to hard work you have done to al- your Com- steadfast attitude that has al- We the American Legion, the your fellow members (buddy low us to reach these goals. mander. lowed us to succeed during this largest Veterans organization, check) so they know that you Again thank you for all that We all can pandemic. Now that the Vac- can set the example and unite care, and the American Legion you do.

Roger Friend say 2020 was cine is available and being ad- the country not only in the fight is there for them. Dept. Commander a year to re- ministered, we still need to against the virus, but in all mat- We are still ahead of the game For God and Country 1st VICE COMMANDER Legionnaires catch your breath and renew your You should be able to believe how agree to work to make our Country 12-14,2021 at the Crown Plaza and Legion commitment to our American Le- you chose to without name calling, and our organization a better place North. I hope you can attend. Family, gion. If not, it is not too late to do character assassination and so on. to be. I am an immensely proud I have said this many times, that I hope this that and if you could please bring a Is not that one reason that most of American, Veteran, American Le- I am here for you if you need assis- fi nds you well new member into our family, Le- us served our great Country for all gion member, American Legion tance with your Post membership, and that 2021 gion, Auxiliary, Sons of the Legion of us would have the right to be- Auxiliary member, and I ask you have a question or you need someone is going to be and or American Legion Riders. lieve how we saw fi t. To call some- to join me in helping turn this tide to listen to you, please reach out to Jean Wilson 1st Vice Commander a more hopeful Our Country is going thru a lot of one a name because their religion around. There is nothing that we me by email at 1stvice@ohiolegion. year for all of changes. One change for sure we is different from yours or the col- cannot accomplish when we were com or call me @ 513-708-1969. us. I try never to lose sight on how need to make is for all of us to be or of their skin is different shade, together as a united organization. Please remember to do your Bud- lucky I am to have come thru 2020 more accepting of each other. We or your political party are not the We have in my opinion the greatest dy Checks on your fellow Legion with my health on the upswing. I are all different, our Country has same is just not right. We all need group of people who belong to our Family members, relatives, neigh- want to thank everyone who sent always been known as the “Melting to learn that it is Okay to be differ- American Legion Family. Let us bors and friends. Remember, “To- me cards, prayers, texts and who Pot.” We are diverse in race, color, ent. It makes our Country who we all work together and not tear each gether We Are Better!” called me to let me know you religion, sex, political views and are, it makes our American Legion other apart. Are you going to like Until next time please keep all our were thinking of me. I am almost more. It has been very apparent in an organization that believes that everyone probably not, but we can servicemen and women who are as good as new, and I know that I 2020 and now in 2021 that we are if you served our Country honor- be respectful of one another! serving all of us in your thoughts am incredibly lucky that my health allowing certain things to divide ably that we want you as a mem- As most of you are aware by now and prayers. conditions were taken care of. us. I passionately believe that none ber. Are we all going to agree all the Mid-Winter Conference had to I hope that you have had time to of the mentioned should defi ne us. the time? Of course not, but we can be changed from January to March For God and Country 2nd VICE COMMANDER Greetings and The registrations and rules have all covers both days. That fl yer is also ing an event. We will help you all have been isolated for way to long. Happy New been sent out to the Posts and Dis- on the Ohio Legion website. you have to do is ask. So until we can meet them face to Year to all the tricts. Finally, The Department Trap I would like to THANK all of face once again, please if you can American Le- The 2021 Euchre Tournament Shoot will be Sunday Septem- you from the bottom of my heart in any way, contact them by phone gion Family. If will be March 20, 2021 at the ber 12, 2021 held at The Cardinal and the Posts who helped to put or even a little note mailed to them, you are like Hamler Post 262 located at 350 Shooting Center and Campgrounds on all of the Department Activities do our “Buddy Checks” and let me, thank God Randolph St. Hamler, Ohio. Regis- in Marengo, Ohio hosted by John- last year. If it was not for your self- them know we have not forgotten Brad Teis 2nd Vice Commander 2020 is behind tration will be at 11:00am and the sville Legion Post 754. Registra- less dedication and love for our Le- them. This means more to them us. 2021 is here Tournament will star at Noon. The tion starts at 9:00am and the event gion Family Activities, we would than you know. and can only get better. I hope all of cost is $20 per team and the fl yer is starts at 10:00am. The fl yer will be not be able have these events and I In closing, remember even though you are safe and healthy and soon on the Ohio Legion Website with put on the Ohio website as soon as again I say Thank You. we have a new President and the we will be able to congregate and the contact number if you have any we get it. As we now come into 2021 and country is divided in many ways, see each other in person. Person- questions. Please come out to these events, if hopefully whoever wants the vac- we are still “One Nation Under ally, I cannot wait just to be able The 2021 Pool Tournament will you can, and help support our great cine and can get the vaccine soon, God” and we will continue to do to shake your hand or to give you be in Zanesville April 16-18 hosted Legions and The Department Ac- we will be able to start hosting more the work of Our American Legion a hug. by Zanesville Post 29. The registra- tivities. events and activities in our Posts and no one can stop us from that. Department activities for the 2021 tion and fl yer will be on the Ohio We need and are looking for and Communities. I also know that “GOD’S GOT ME HERE FOR year have all been set. The 2021 Website Soon. Posts to help host any of the 2022 our communities have suffered SOMETHING. I CAN FEEL Bowling Tournament will be the Next the 2021 Department Golf Department Activities. Please con- from the lack of events that our lo- IT. I WAS BORN FOR EVERY- weekends of Feb 12-13, Feb 19-20, Outing will be July 24-25 at the tact Jermaine at Department or cal Legion Posts help sponsor. Our THING THAT I’M DOING Feb 26-27 and the weekend of Mar Community Golf Course in Day- contact me personally at 2ndvice@ absence in the community has tak- NOW” 5-6 has been added only if needed ton Hosted by Kettering Post 598. ohiolegion if you have any ques- en a toll on us as a Legion Family Growing OH-IO due to the Pandemic restrictions. The cost is $80 per golfer which tion regarding your Post sponsor- as well as all of our Veterans who “1” Veteran at a Time DEPARTMENT PARELIAMENTARIAN From a Post to write. Writing a Resolution xxx, not Joe Smith, American Le- come the (Whereas clauses). ernance rules. up thru the just takes some time and careful gion Post xxx member, although HOW...how do the Resolution There are many resources avail- County, Zone, thought on what issue/subject/mat- Joe Smith may have written the submitters seek to have the issues of able to American Legion members District, De- ter the submitter of the Resolution resolution for the Post. A resolution the Resolution handled/addressed to guide and assist in writing a Reso- partment, and wishes to address and must follow submitted from a Post represents by that element the resolution is go- lution. These resources are free and National levels an established format. the entire Post. ing to. (The Resolved clauses) available to download at www.le- of the American Resolutions are serious matters WHO...is the resolution going to Remember before being submit- gion.org click on “media”, click on Gerald White Dept. Pareliamentarian Legion, an im- and must be based on established be submitted to? What avenue must ted a Resolution must be approved “Publications”, with the exception portant tool for facts, not frivolous hearsay, innuen- the Resolution follow to be consid- as outlined by the Constitution and of the Department Constitution and having the voices of American Le- dos, jokes, etc. A Resolution repre- ered by those with authority on the Bylaws of the submitting group. Bylaws which can be downloaded at gion members and the organization sents an entire group of people (.i.e. Resolution? If a Resolution is strict- When writing a Resolution for ac- ohiolegion.com click on “Forms.” heard within the American Legion the members of a Post) to those to ly for action within the American tion only within the American Le- • American Legion Guide to and in many different areas of to- whom the Resolution is directed. Legion, there are established pro- gion, it is important to remember Resolutions and Reports day’s society is the RESOLUTION. When writing a Resolution, the cedures that must be followed) that any issue(s) addressed in the • American Legion National Con- A resolution is defi ned: as a writ- following suggestions are offered WHAT...what is the subject the Resolution must be germane to the stitution and Bylaws ten motion adopted by a delibera- that have been schooled into news- Resolution seeks to address? (Title principles of the American Legion. • American Legion Department tive body...a resolve as to action a paper reporters for many years. of Resolution) When writing a Resolution for ac- Constitution and Bylaws group wishes to see happen or oc- WHO...who is submitting the Res- WHERE/WHEN/WHY...what tion outside the American Legion • Declaration of Independence/ cur formally expressed in writing to olution? Who is the author? If a res- are the facts of the issue the submit- (i.e. a local community issue where Constitution some individual/agency/organiza- olution is being submitted from an ter wishes to address? Lay the facts the American Legion Post is locat- • American Legion Offi cers Guide tion having authority on the matter. American Legion Post, the submit- out in the Resolution as clearly and ed) be well versed on the topic and • American Legion Post Resolutions are not diffi cult ter must be American Legion Post concisely as known. These facts be- follow all established legal and gov- Adjutants Manual PAGE 4 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021 HELLER’S HORIZONS CHAPLAIN’S CORNER If you are we are managing. If you paid prayer for us all is that we are on I hope you have to say the Pledge with her. reading this your dues online because the the tail end of this pandemic and all had a great One day he came home and said then you are Post was closed, thank you. If that we don’t go back to “like Christmas and the Pledge as he remembered still a member you sent your payment directly it was” and instead, we come a wonderful it. My daughter recorded it and of The Amer- to Department or National be- back STRONGER, BOLD- start to your showed it to his teacher. She ican Legion cause the Post was closed, thank ER, and with an abundance of new year! I was so surprised as she didn’t Department of you. If your Post has continued GRATITUDE to heed the mis- was blessed realize that anyone was paying Suzette Heller Dept. Adjutant Ohio and I per- to check its mail and process sion call of our beloved orga- Melissa Fowle to have spent attention. sonally thank membership, thank you. I know nization because we are “VET- Dept. Chaplain mine with my When thinking about kind- you for that. There are so many 2020 was challenging for every- ERANS STRENGTHENING family. We were also blessed ness, I am reminded of some- who are not. In fact, there are thing, not just membership. Our AMERICA.” Godspeed and I to have been able to share the thing Mother Teresa once said. nearly 16,000 expired members personal lives, fi nances, friends, hope to see you at Department warmth of the season with oth- “People are often unreason- who did not renew their dues for family, programs, communities, Convention as a delegate for ers not so fortunate by collect- able, irrational, and self-cen- 2019 and 2020. In spite of this, have all endured… enough. My your Post! ing lap blankets, gently used tered. Forgive them anyway. puzzles and books to take to If you are kind, people may a local nursing home for their accuse you of selfi sh, ulterior AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY veteran wing. It wasn’t as good motives. Be kind anyway. The 2020- with this project and reconnect- event. The staff and volunteers as being able to go to the Day- If you are successful, you will 2021 Auxil- ing with members that I had not put together a safe drive through ton VA on Christmas morning win some unfaithful friends and iary Year is seen in a while. event and Santa made a visit to to present our Gifts for Yanks some genuine enemies. Succeed well under Please consider donating to Ju- see the children that were in the items to our veterans, but it felt anyway. way and I nior President Samantha’s spe- cars. The veterans were so grate- good to do something. If you are honest and sincere would like cial project, “Color Your World”. ful for the gifts and food that they This leads me to my topic for people may deceive you. Be to thank all All a member or unit needs to do received. Please consider volun- this edition. Be Kind. So often honest and sincere anyway. Kristen the Auxiliary is collect adult and children’s teering or donating (when we are we get in a rush and don’t take What you spend years creat- McLaughlin the time for an uplifting word, ing, others could destroy over- Auxiliary President members that coloring books, markers, col- able to)at a facility, it truly is a have been ored pencils or crayons and cre- rewarding experience. a smile, or even to sit down night. Create anyway. working hard on the programs ate kits in zip lock bags. Add a Poppy Shop and the Junior for a coffee and a listening If you fi nd serenity and happi- during this challenging time. personal note to let the veteran Convention still on schedule and ear. When we take the time to ness, some may be jealous. Be Remember to keep track of what know that you are thinking of are just around the corner and be kind to another person, not happy anyway. you are doing at home to turn them. Contact a local VA facil- I encourage members to come only do we lift them up, we also The good you do today, will into your unit and district chair- ity or nursing home that has vet- and participate in both events. feel uplifted inside. Don’t be often be forgotten. Do good man. Units might not be meet- erans to donate them to. During Please check the website to upset if your gesture or words anyway. ing in person but work is still be- the pandemic almost all visita- keep up to date on any possible are not appreciated, your Fa- Give the best you have, and it ing done behind the scenes and tion has either stopped or is vir- changes or cancellations in these ther in heaven knows and will will never be enough. Give your we need to let everyone know tual or through a window. The events. reward you. best anyway. that Ohio is still continuing the residents and patients are iso- Remember as my special proj- There are also those around In the fi nal analysis, it is be- R.A.C.E. for our veterans. lated and this activity might be ect I am challenging every unit you that watch what you do. tween you and God. It was nev- Thank you to Americanism just what they need to give them to increase their giving on the Even if you don’t mean to, you er between you and them any- chair Renee Kohl and several something to do during the day. Donation Designation Form (the set an example for those around way.” Auxiliary members for making During the holidays I was able purple form). Those that in- you. For example, my three- sure the Poppy Wreath for the to participate in the Columbus crease their giving by 10% or year old grandson’s daycare In closing, I ask that you be A&G Trip was made and ready Outpatient Clinic holiday hand more by April 15, 2021 will re- teacher starts the day by saying kind, be a good example (even to go on the trip. I truly enjoyed out. Over 1,000 families (I lost ceive special recognition at De- the Pledge of Allegiance. The if you think no one is watching), spending some time helping count) were helped during this partment Convention. little ones stand to but don’t and give your best always. DEPARTMENT HISTORIAN How’s it? era and take those photos of fi n. After the humbling ceremo- are doing out there in your post I encourage all of you to Brrrrr, it’s your post and district upcom- ny, we visited the post and met and with your legion family. continue gathering your his- cold! While we ing events. Jot down the who, Commander, Marion Sidwell WE CARE ABOUT WHAT tory as the events, programs lived in Hawai’i what, where and why’s that give and legion family for other sur- YOU ARE DOING! and projects happen. Take the the coldest it the details of your photo. Place prise presentations. We learned Recognition of your efforts in pictures, write the stories and got was in the them on Facebook to share that there was another “Mr. and your post and your districts are post them on your Facebook and Al Beyer 60’s. You never them with everyone. Show the Mrs. Historian” in Ohio work- very important to us at Depart- or SHARE them on the Face- Dept. Historian needed a quilt pride of your members and their ing together. I was honored to ment. We know your reason of book page, Legion Historian or comforter or hard work. present to Harry G. Bridge, His- WHY you are doing it, but we https://www.facebook.com/pg/ layers of clothing. Barefoot and I enjoy getting out to the posts torian of Post 367 a Certifi cate want to know WHAT you are daynabeyer.44813/posts/ and on almost naked! and districts, learning about the of Excellence and the pin of our doing; WHEN you are doing it; the department website https:// Sure miss those days of old. members and what they are do- Department Commander, Roger and How you are doing it! www.ohiolegion.com/histori- Remembering what we did way ing and encouraging them to Friend. Dayna presented a Cer- I appreciated the Mid-Year re- an-2/ back when it starts to get hard- preserve their history. Many tifi cate of Excellence to Judith porting that I received – Hats Your history books are due er as we get older. That’s again of these posts are “family” do- Bridge, Auxiliary Historian of off to Ashland, Plymouth, Fair- at Mid-Winter Conference for one of the main purposes of ar- ing things together with purpose Unit 367. Harry and Judy have view Park, Newton Falls posts 2019-2020. Contact me to make chiving the history of your post, and commitment to serve our represented their legion fami- for your submissions to mention arrangements to deliver them be- district and state events and ac- veterans, because they served ly in Ripley for over 7 years as a few. The winner of the incen- fore or bring them to the confer- tivities. So that we NEVER us. Other posts are not. We can historians and also are both on tive will be drawn at Mid-Winter ence. FORGET! learn a lot from each other. their legion family color guard. in March 2021. I would like to thank my assis- When we can fl ip through the My travels took me and my To take over their rewarding po- As we continue to move for- tant Greg Elsbernd, Past 4th Dis- history books of 2020-2021 we wife and traveling companion, sitions are Mr. and Mrs. Jack ward 2021, I will continue trict Commander and member of will see those memorable times Dayna Beyer, Department of and Jean Griffi n. Jack is a Sons to cover Commander Roger Yeager-Benson Post 199 and my we raised funds for our veter- Ohio Auxiliary Historian to Ri- of the American Legion member Friend as well as 1st and 2nd wife Dayna aka Tsi Sim Mar, for ans, children, and youth, and pley, Ohio where Courts-Fuss- of Squadron 367 and their unit’s Vice Commanders Jean Wil- their support to preserve our his- our community; the remem- necker Post 367 had a “Wreaths fi rst male auxiliary member, and son and Brad Theis and our dis- tory. brance of those members who Across America” ceremony on newly appointed unit historian. tricts and posts to capture the If you have any questions, have passed and how we hon- December 19th. An all women This is well worth our history history of our Buckeye State Le- please feel free call me at 419- ored them at their memorial ser- veteran presenters laid a wreath in knowing the many team ef- gion Family. 566-9523 or write me at albey- vice and played TAPS for their representing each branch of ser- forts are being made done by our Contact me should you have an [email protected] or fax me at fi nal stand. vice during the ceremony led by members in Ohio. I am certainly event you would like me to attend 1-888-225-3180 and or snail There is still time to get that newly appointed post historian proud of what we do, and I want to have fi rst class pictures taken mail to my address 6013 Garber story - whip out your cam- and Navy veteran, Jean Grif- to know more about what you and sent out over social media. Road Bellville, OH 44813. January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 5 AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS William Genochio joined the Grab and GO fun, they better insight as to the volunteer he cannot count down time, i.e. GySgt, USMC (Ret) are located at 1571 Demorest Rd, hours and mileage ridden through- hotel time, etc, only actual partici- Veterans Benefi ts Columbus OH. 43228. out the year. pation time. So, say a rider attends Administrative Coordinator Resolution No. 19: Updated It is important to turn the mile- the Legacy you have 8 hours trav- DSO/ Offi ce Supervisor Programs Guidelines for the age into your post commander. el to Legacy, 6 hours a day riding Cleveland VA Regional Offi ce American Legion Riders (ALR) Each year the commander fi lls out time for 5 days at the Legacy and Ph: 216-522-3504 National Program Revisited! a consolidated post report that gets 4 hours traveling home from Leg- Email:[email protected] As American Legion Riders we turned into the state and national. acy you can count 42 hours volun- represent thousands of fellow bik- On this report you get credit for teer time. American Legion Riders ers and most importantly the im- everything the riders do that year. Grab and go Rides with your Contact Information age on the American Legion and Keep in mind that you want to tell Post ALR counts as well. Even rid- Mindy Hinkle, The American Legion Riders. Be- your riders that anytime they par- ing around town if you are wearing Director of State Program low I have highlighted key point ticipate in ANYTHING represent- your vest you are representing your Ph: 567-203-2469 in Resolution No. 19 which was ing the ALR that they should log it Post, Department and the ALR log Email: [email protected] published in the last Ohio Legion and turn it into you or your secre- the time. News. The American Legion / lies, and these groups must be sup- tary to be added to the yearly to- Honoring our Fallen Riders Jack Nix, DEC Liaison ALR is non-partisan regardless of portive of the principles of justice, tal. A good way to do this is have a As a biker, we are unique. The Ph: 270-272-2644 your party or beliefs the wearing of freedom, democracy, and equality form that the riders can fi ll out and open road is what we seek. Email: [email protected] the American Legion logo / ALR for all. give to your riders’ secretary. The camaraderie of our brothers, logo are prohibited. 8. To maintain the image of The For example, if one of your rid- our siters and our friends. Know- William Genochio, 4. All ALR members shall main- American Legion and its programs, ers stands with the Patriot Guard ing they’ll be there ‘til the very end. Department Liaison to Staff tain the image of The American ALR members while wearing any Riders and wears his ALR vest he But when we take that fi nal ride. Ph: 740-816-7589 Legion and, protect the trade- American Legion Riders apparel is representing your post and those There’ll be another by our side and Email: [email protected] marked names and emblems, shall not display exposed weapons. hours should be counted. If it takes one thing I know, for a fact God which symbolizes the integrity and 9. The American Legion Riders a 1/2 hour to get to an event, and will also have my back. For it’s in Legion Riders webpage principles of The American Le- must represent the virtues, values, the event is two hours he should be him now We place our trust for this https://www.ohiolegion.com/pro- gion organization. ethics, and morals of The Ameri- turning in 3 hours (1/2 hour each road we travel is a must. So, as we grams/legion-riders/ 7. ALR vests should display the can Legion in support of freedom, way as he wore his vest and two reach this road trips end know in integrity, principles, and values democracy, and the safety of our hours standing at the funeral). your heart we’ll meet again. Some- Good of the Riders of The American Legion and the citizens. Affi liations of ALR pro- If your riders participate in the day soon the thunder will roll as I hope all our American Legion ALR by avoiding patches or pins grams with other groups and or- National Legacy Run, they can we ride down those streets of gold. Riders, Department of Ohio are with explicit or offensive language ganizations that subscribe to the count all those hours towards With wind in our face, we’re free at safe and well. I also hope all of you or images. All patches and pins of principles of and oppose our form hours served. Remember on last the troubles here are now all in and your families had a fun and any groups displayed on the ALR of government by promoting anti- something like this you can only the past. For my brothers and sis- safe Christmas and New Year. vest shall share like values of The Americanism, anti-establishment, count the hours you actually par- ters, we’ll meet again and ride for Ride and Go’s American Legion with regard to or pro-criminal culture shall not be ticipated. Example: a rider goes to eternal Peace in the wind. ALR Family American Legion improving the lives of veterans, the permitted. the National Legacy Run. it takes Our Fallen Post 532 in Columbus Ohio has military, the community and fami- Mileage and why it is him two actual riding days @ 8 • Samuel Postlethwait, Post 221, Important to Log your miles hours a day to get to the run. That Massillon ALR Mileage and hours are an impor- is 16 hrs. Then the ride starts, and • Roger Martin Post 366, SAL COMMANDER tant part of the yearly consolidated riders actually ride and participate Flushing, Ohio report. We need to do our best to a total of 6 hours a day for 5 days. Pray Request A m e r i c a n not anything that I will ever dis- track this information, so we have He can count that 30 hours, BUT • Rita Adkins, Chaplin, Ohio ALR Legion Family, cuss in public while representing Much if what you, but just know that this Coun- I am going to try is in trouble and has been for share with you longer than this current situation Ohio American Legion • District News has already has existed. Bernie Kessler been published I look forward to the Mid-Winter SAL Commander in the most re- Conference has been rescheduled cent issue of for the weekend of March 12-14, By Joe Ruland By Mike Homan the SALute, but it bears repeating. 2021. Some Districts may have th nd Frustration and disappointment their Spring Conferences sched- Thirteenth District Second District don’t even begin to tell you what I uled for that weekend. You may Commander13 1st Vice Commander2 am feeling as I write this article. I want to reschedule those because Over the past three months Membership standings for the can see, we all need to work on received text message from a val- your attendance at Mid-Winter is The Thirteenth District had sev- 2nd District is in 2nd place at membership! ued member of our Detachment imperative because we will have a eral terrifi c Posts holding food Department at 87.44 % of quo- Now is the time to talk to who said, “I am the leader of the lot to discuss. drives for local food banks, de- ta and 1.5% from being in fi rst your school about the oratori- Detachment during the roughest Remind your Squadrons that this livering turkeys, food, cloth- place. We have signed up 60 cal contest where students can times we have seen since he has is the time to get started on year- ing and providing shelter for new members and have trans- win a cash prize scholarship. been a member. Don’t let them ly reports, don’t wait until the last the needy. Many Posts stayed ferred 35 from post 888; how- Students can receive $500.00 get into your head, there will al- week to fi ll out your CSR. The in contact with their member- ever, we are 165 members be- from the District, $2500.00 ways be naysayers.” I really need- spreadsheet allows you to enter ship by holding drive thru food hind where we were last year from the state and scholarships ed to hear that! time and monies reported all year sales and a drive thru visit with at this time. On the bright side from national for $18,000 for We have begun a new year and long and gives you current totals Santa. District Commander Joe we have three posts at quota - 1st place $16,000 for 2nd place, a new national government ad- as you need them. Time to start Ruland spearheaded the move- they are West Liberty post 426 and $14,000 for 3rd place and ministration that only time will thinking who will be your 2021- ment to save Post 2 from closing quota plus 5, DeGraff post 652 the student will receive $1,500 tell if this is good for our country. 2022 offi cers (OCF). Do you after the Commander contract- at quota, and Jackson Center just by making to the national The times, they are a changin’! have an active slate of offi cers, in- ed Covid and Congestive Heart Post 493 at quota. Many posts contest. Contact John McJunk- I have been informed more than cluding your Advisor? Are you Failure and the Adjutant passed are 10 or less from making quo- in for more information at 419- once that The American Legion training your replacements? The away suddenly. The District is ta and the 2nd District Sons are 305-4225. is a 501C19 and non-political. I Sons of The American Legion also working with a group of in 7th place at Department at Now is also the time to contact fi nd it somewhat troubling that owes it to you, our Veterans, to veterans hoping to open a new 67.75% of quota have signed up your school about Boys State. comments made about “Defund keep the Sons of The American post soon in the Thirteenth Dis- 77 new members but need 965 Applications for Boys State the Police” and “Disband ICE” Legion a valuable program within trict. The generosity and caring members to make quota. On the need to be in by March 1st. do not fall under the National Se- the American Legion Family. for others during this Pandemic bright side there are two squad- Other dates to remember: curity Pillar and that comments Finally, I want to thank those is spreading faster than the vi- rons quota they are Delphos Midwinter has been resched- made by a member of Congress of you who have offered sup- rus as more and more members squadron 268 quota plus 1, and uled to March 12-14th, and against what this organization port through these unprecedented step up to help others. That is Waynesfi eld at quota. We still the 2nd District Conference on should be standing for does not times and I look forward to seeing why we are known as the “Te- have one squadron at zero but March 21st at Jackson Center fall under Americanism. This is you at Mid-Winter and beyond. nacious Thirteenth District “. know that will change. As you Post 493. PAGE 6 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021 Department Executive Committee Summary The Department Executive Com- Brad Teis, 2nd Vice Commander, aged to raise $118,000 in less than er grants available and the upcom- ported that the fall meeting of BBS mittee was called to order by De- reported that the Post Activities are 24hrs for the foundation. The Amer- ing Post mailing. Adjutant Heller was was called to order by Bill Pennell partment Commander Roger Friend set for the year. Bowling Tournament ican Legion logo will be placed on waiting for Governor DeWine’s notice at 10:00 am on 10/17, at Depart- on Saturday, December 5, 2020, via is happening in February 2021, host- the No. 48 car for the next two years. of whether mid-winter should be post- ment HQ. There were six applica- online conference call. The opening ed by the 3rd District. Euchre Tour- Jimmy Johnson is eligible for mem- poned (Update: Postponed to 3/12- tions to become Commissioners on ceremonies were upheld. A quorum nament is waiting for a bid, and the bership in the SAL, and TAL will 3/14 2021). The Washington DC Con- BBS Staff and one Consultant. These was present and several guests were Pool Tournament is taking place in do a special presentation of his SAL ference is also pending postponement are deferred until attendance at the on the call. Commander Roger Friend April at Zanesville Post 29. The De- membership. Nearly every Depart- (Update: Washington Conference is 2021 BBS program. Appointments to thanked everyone for being on the partment Golf Tournament is back in ment approved the sponsorship set virtual). Jon Vulgamore, Media, Mar- Samsung Scholarship, Hall of Fame call and wished everyone well health Kettering with host Post 598, and the forth by National (less two or three). keting, and Communications Coordi- Committee, and Boys National Se- considering the coronavirus and vac- Trapshoot is at Johnsville, Post 754. NECMAN Klostermeier thanked ev- nator for Department, has created an lection Committee were made. The cination updates. Charles Stennis, Department Trea- eryone for the cards and condolences “Impact Statement” for the entire De- agreement with Miami University Kristen McClaughlin (formerly surer, reported that Carol Allen, De- he received upon the passing of his partment based on CPR Submissions has been extended one year due to Little), Auxiliary President for the partment Accountant with Rea & wife Neva. and the Posts summary. Each Post COVID. The current program fee of Department of Ohio, gave greetings. Associates, Inc., had passed away Doug Whitney, Judge Advocate, re- has received a copy in the recent Post $300 stands. The program may have She mentioned Past Auxiliary Presi- in early November. Department is ports that National requires changes mailing. to downsize to meet all safety re- dent for Ohio, Martha Setlock, passed working with a new contracted fi- in Post Liability policies regarding Christie White, Americanism/Chil- quirements. away due to COVID. Ohio Auxiliary nance expert from Rea & Associates who is covered, recently via resolu- dren & Youth Coordinator, for Marv Andy Atkins, Children & Youth is moving along despite the pandemic to take over where Carol had left off. tion. The Post must name The Ameri- Shamhart (Baseball) and Tom Rowe Chairman, reported that the Commit- challenges. The Finance Committee approved can Legion National Headquarters (Americanism Chair). The Ameri- tee met on 10/24 and 9 out of 14 Dis- In October, Jack Nix, ALR Ap- funding for 2021 Membership Polo and The American Legion Depart- canism Committee voted to have a tricts were present. The guest presen- pointed Liaison, reported the State Shirts for sale at Mid-Winter. A lot of ment of Ohio, Inc., as “additional in- subcommittee of the Americanism tation was from Special Olympics to ALR Meeting, where 9 of the 14 liai- Posts are now receiving Post Credit sured.” JA Whitney also mentioned Committee that will focus on resolu- report on the program in Ohio. The sons reported. He said ALR chapters refunds via ACH. CARES Act Fund- that some Posts have more than one tions germane to Americanism, with C&Y Committee purchased a table connect with recruiting stations and ing is available to Posts in amounts corporation and that it is recommend- Thom Stan (11), John Life (14), and cloth for upcoming events. The Com- line up when the recruits are headed of $5,000, extended to March 2021. ed that the Posts have only one cor- Melissa Fowle (3). National put on a mittee is also distributing cans to col- off to basic training, cheering them on Also, National has implemented the poration per Post. However, if you’re virtual Americanism Conference fo- lect change at Posts for Children & for support. The romps for 2020 were Mission Blue Post Assistance Grant going to keep more than one, the ad- cusing on risk management so that Youth. canceled, and for 2021, Streetsboro for $1,000. The Post will need to add ditional insured needs to apply to all Legionnaires receive proper training Ken Lavoy, Legislative Chairman, Post 685 has asked to host, Hoped- National Headquarters and Depart- liability policies carried by a Post. to mitigate any litigation stemming reports that the Committee met on ale also offered. National Resolution ment Headquarters as “additional Last April, resolution 20-18 proposed from unacceptable and inappropri- 9/12 at Department HQ to review the No. 19 was passed at National Head- insured” on their Post liability pol- amendment to the Constitution and ate behavior. The judging Commit- Committee and current legislation quarters that affects ALR. ALR is not icy (no charge) to receive the grant. By-Laws was passed regarding disci- tee for A&G tests was chosen from rules. A Congressional Legislative separately chartered like the SAL and Bingo Licenses are up for renewal plinary procedures. A recent trial was the Americanism Committee. In an Form is to be submitted to National Auxiliary. All ALR members have by 12/31/2021 with the Ohio State held at Department HQ, which was odd year, like 2021, odd Districts will every time a member of The Ameri- to be members of the American Le- Attorney General Office, Charitable inefficient due to not having written judge, and vice-versa. Buckeye Citi- can Legion meets with a Member of gion, SAL, or Auxiliary before being Gaming/Law Section. guidance on the procedures. zenship Academy is a program like Congress or their staff. Also encour- an ALR Member. The Patch was also Melissa Fowle, Chaplain, men- Jerry White, Parliamentarian/ Buckeye American Legion College aged is to sign up for The American addressed. All ALR Patches have to tioned many people who had become Chairman of Constitution and By- for government teaching, similar to Legion Legislative Call to Action be official ALR patch from Nation- ill. Chaplain Fowle also reviewed Law Ad Hoc Committee, reports that BBS. American Legion Baseball is Center at votervoice.net/americanle- al. The words “President” or “Com- the Religious Emphasis report of the the C&BL Committee has reviewed planning to have a season this year, gion/home. The Committee decided mander” are not used to define ser- Committee that met on October 3 at six (6) resolutions for amendment to and the important dates for 2021 are to award one state and federal legis- vice positions held within the ALR. Department HQ. The Father John the current governing document. Jer- published on the Department website. lator per year with a resolution sub- “Director” is acceptable. Jack also E. Duffy Post Award and Outstand- ry also reviewed the “Rules of the De- Jermaine Ferguson, the Member- mitted through the Legislative Com- mentioned Wreaths Across Ameri- ing Chaplain of the Year Award were partment Executive Committee” and ship/SAL/Post Activities Coordina- mittee. Rick Perales (R) was selected ca and the ALR Chapters who have reviewed. Posts who check the box sent a report to the Commander and tor, reported that the Bowling Com- as the state legislator of the year, and raised money to buy the wreaths. on the CPR who hosted a Four Chap- Adjutant for review. The subcom- mission met on November 30. The Congressman Anthony Gonzales was Jean Wilson, 1VC, provided the De- lains Service is now a deciding factor mittee has met frequently and met cost of Bowling has been increased the federal legislator of the year. A partment membership report. De- and other areas to obtain points. The all deadlines for updates and review. by $1 per event because the bowling resolution for Bryan Bowman, certifi- partment of Ohio has achieved the 4th lack of criteria and that the Religious Subcommittee members are PDC alley has raised its price. The Bowl- cate of appreciation for his service to consecutive membership target goal Emphasis Committee has a say in the Richard Zulch, PDC Ron Chapman, ing applications have been distribut- veterans, was passed. Wright-Patter- ahead of schedule. Department had judging are the two changes being and JA Doug Whitney. Final drafts ed. Peggy Gross, District 3 Adjutant, son AFB has been selected to become 63,710 paid members for 2021. 100% proposed. The Committee has de- will be completed by the Spring is the point of contact for this event. the National Space Intelligence Cen- quota is expected for the May 12 tar- cided to streamline this award at De- Meeting (March 14, 2021). Jermaine Ferguson, GFY, VA&R ter as opposed to Space Command. get date (As of 1/25/2021: We have partment Convention. Post Chaplains Luther L. Liggett, LPA, Attorney of Report, The GFY Committee met on The Ohio General Assembly Veter- 72,901 members and need 11,823 to who also perform Buddy Checks are Record for Department HQ, reported 11/20, and seven districts were repre- ans Caucus was attended virtually by meet the 100% goal. There are over also part of the judging criteria. Any that he serves as counsel and has been sented with seven absent; a quorum Ken and in-person by Jermaine Fer- 16,000 members who have not re- changes approved will be placed on working on litigation consulting and was not available. The Committee guson and Adjutant Heller to discuss newed for 2021). “JW Quote: The the Department website page for Re- other issues that leadership is aware reviewed the minutes from July 18. Vanguard Veteran’s five legislative mission is to retain, recruit, and rein- ligious Emphasis. of. He wished all a Merry Christmas. There were several rules and guide- initiatives to attract veteran talent and state veterans into our beloved orga- Al Beyer, Historian, reported to Suzette M. Heller, Adjutant, report- lines of the program that have been strengthen Ohio’s workforce. HB282 nization.” Eight Districts were over the DEC that he and Dayna, wife, at- ed receiving a lot of sick call and Post- amended. is being debated in the Senate (Not 75% quota, 22 posts achieved quota, tended the Department Golf Outing, Everlasting notices. She mentioned Jermaine Ferguson, Law & Order Re- passed but still under advisement). 53 Posts are currently above 90%. (As District 6, Cardington Post, District that she hopes the COVID restrictions port: L&O Meet 10/21 to review the Al Buxton, National Security of 1/20/2021: 47 Posts have reached a 3, Tipp City, District 11, Belle Val- pass soon and that we all can practice Firefighter of the Year, Law Enforce- Chairman, reported that they met on 100% quota, 16 Posts are under 50% ley, District 4, Yaeger-Benson, and patience as the vaccines are quickly ment Officer of the Year, and Civilian 10/31 via conference call with seven quota, nine below 30%, 33 Posts are various other American Legion Fam- distributed. Mission Blue Post Award Lifesaver of the Year Awards. Winners members present. They received and at or above 95% quota, and 89 Posts ily Meetings. Mason, Ohio, has been grants are coming into HQ regularly. were declared for all three and will be reviewed the Adjutant General Harris fall between 90% to 94.99%). named “Purple Heart City,” where Marie Leister is processing promptly awarded at the Mid-Winter Banquet on annual report. The Committee seeks Brown Jug winners are the 2nd Dis- Commander Friend attended a heart- and getting to National and Post when March 13, 2021. to expand relationships through the trict for Medium Category and 4th felt ceremony by members of the approved. (As of 1/25/2021: 46 appli- Holly Lewis, Media, Marketing, and “Adopt-A-Unit” program. The Com- District for Large Category. The 13th, Purple Heart’s Ohio Military Order. cations received, 30 granted, 14 pend- Communications Commission Chair- mittee agreed to purchase and sell 3rd, 10th, 5th, and 1st all qualified for Legionnaire John Looker, and mem- ing). Department has taken on the woman and facilitator of the Buckeye POW/MIA Pins to use the monies a $250 cash incentive. Post Selection ber of the Mason County Veterans task of Post data information gather- American Legion College. Twenty-Four to dedicate POW/MIA Awareness 888 Membership Engagement Proj- Commission, recited all the names of ing. The information is entered onto of the 128 enrolled students have gradu- in public space. The Committee also ect was launched to acquire market- those awarded the Purple Heart. The a spreadsheet to assist Department ated. The last two semesters of BALC discussed concerns of post issues and ing information about our Posts to mid-year report for best history books and Posts in ensuring compliance were held virtually (as will be the next how these shall be handled at the De- encourage 888 members to transfer is still due no later than Mid-Winter. (AG, IRS, SOS, etc.). We have a lot two). This year’s training is more tai- partment. The Committee forwarded and pay dues at the Post level. Data is Bob Klostermeier, NECMAN, re- of the information already to deter- lored to specific positions in our orga- a resolution to Department for creat- missing from 93 Posts. Please encour- ported that on November 17, there mine if the Post is in good standing to nization. Post Commanders, Post Vice ing an “Internal Affairs Committee.” age Posts to submit the Post Selection was an emergency NEC meeting at submit the Mission Blue Post Grant to Commanders, Post Finance Officer, and (The Department already has an In- Sheet. Department Awards Manual National to discuss the Jimmy John- National. Please work with your Dis- Post Adjutants. It is encouraged for all ternal Affairs Commission resolu- has several incentives for Posts. son and Chip Ganassi Racing part- trict Judge Advocates to help with the American Legion Family members to tion pending and a Department Task Buddy Checks were encouraged nership with The American Legion to process and educate new post lead- enroll in BALC, not just Legionnaires. Force made up of PDC’s to advise of to let members know we care about gain membership and fundraising for ership on the requirements of a post It is open to the Auxiliary and Sons of Post matters). them and see if there is anything we The American Legion Veterans and being compliant as a small business American Legion. John Looker, Oratorical Chairman, can do for them. Children Foundation. National man- non-profit. Also mentioned were oth- Jim Koppin, BBS Director, re- reported that the Oratorical Commit- January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 7 Department Executive Committee Summary tee met on 10/3 at HQ, 9 of 14 Dis- Department website and due by April will be held virtual, and current- 04, Subject: To Dissolve the Depart- Discipline (Referred back to Com- tricts present. The 2020 Contest was 15, 2021. ly, there were 37 participants. The ment Special Olympics Commit- mittee for further review). held virtually with eight contestants, Scott Horsington, Veterans Em- VA&R Impact Report was reviewed, tee (Passed. SO is now a program Good of the Legion: Christie White and the 2021 competition will be live. ployment & Education Chairman, and Jermaine Ferguson stressed the within the Children & Youth Com- gave a Department Convention up- The deadline is March 15 for submis- reported that the Committee met on importance of encouraging Posts to mittee). Resolution No. 21-05, Sub- date. Districts agreed to caucus for sions. The contest is held on March 11/14 virtually. It was the fi rst VE&E submit. The Chillicothe VA still had ject: Father John E. Duffy Reli- 1 hour at Convention. Judging sub- 7 at 10 am. Assigned topics to be Meeting in quite some time. Four a vacancy for a VAVS representative. gious Emphasis Award Convention committees will not be meeting at discussed are: Article I., Section 7., Districts were present. Highlights (Since been fi lled). Subcommittee (Passed). Resolution Convention but will judge the nomi- Article 2., Section 3; and Article 3., discussed was Veteran Employment Adjutant Suzette Heller reported No. 21-06, Subject: To Establish a nees separately before Convention. Section 1; and Amendment XXII., percentages, impacts of the pandemic on Post charter revocations/suspen- Department Internal Affairs Com- Walter Meharg (2) mentioned the Section 1. Prize money is the same. on veteran employment, administra- sions/mergers and cancellations. Post mittee (Received and Recorded. IA NASCAR decision by National and The Department website is updated tive reports from National, desire to 676 was voted to return their sus- Commission pending establishment that the NECMAN should have been with all the Oratorical information. continue development with student pended charter. PDC Schmitt gave in Resolution No. 21-07). Resolution informed in advance to allow for the Christie White gave the Scholar- veterans, a resolution to support “Buy a briefi ng on the Post improvements. No. 21-07 Revised, Subject: Amend Departments to weigh in on the mat- ship report. The Committee met and Veteran Week” for state and National. Post 197 submitted a charter cancel- C&BL, Article X., Standing Com- ter before NECMAN vote. NEC- updated the rules, guidelines, point Chairman is working on increase of lation request, and apparently, this mittees (Passed). Resolution No. 21- MAN Klostermeier noted that Ohio sheet, and application. Changes were participation and award nominations. Post closed in 2019. Motion approved 08, Subject: To Recognize Bryan voted yay, and only two Departments to the Eagle Scout and Gold Award. David Cook, VA&R Chairman, re- to complete the Post. Application Bowman with a Certifi cate of Ap- voted against it. Parental Income was also changed. ports they met on 10/10 with eight for Charter for Squadron 160 at the preciation (Passed). Resolution No. Melissa Fowle, Department Chap- The personal statement was altered to members present. DSO Bill Geno- Brewster 160 Post was presented and 20-17, Subject: To Amend C&BL lain, said closing prayer, and Com- add a 400-word minimum and 500- chio from Cleveland reported disabil- approved. Article V., Section 5., Fiscal Year mander Roger Friend adjourned the word maximum required. Scholar- ity claims managed at the Cleveland Adjutant Suzette Heller reported (Passed). Resolution No. 20-18, Sub- meeting. ship Applications are available on the Offi ce. Post Service Offi cer training on resolutions. Resolution No. 21- ject: To Amend C&BL, Article IV: NATIONAL SECURITY RX ABUSE LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE ABOUT RALI OHIO tervention is important. Learn- Ohio is committed to raising misusing opioids, there are re- about prevention and treatment The Rx Abuse Leadership Ini- ing the warning signs of opioid awareness about the methods of sources that can options. Detoxifi cation, rehabili- tiative (RALI) of Ohio is a co- addiction can help protect your proper storage, use, and disposal help you prepare for a conver- tation, and psychiatric care pro- alition of partners and organi- family, friends and communi- of medicines. sation with them. It’s also im- grams are available through the zations working together to fi nd ties. If you suspect a loved one is portant to talk to your doctor Department of Veterans Affairs. and elevate solutions to the opi- Physical and behavioral chang- oid epidemic. Together, we sup- es could indicate someone is port a broad range of programs misusing prescription opioids or to address substance misuse, in- illegal drugs, like heroin or fen- cluding prevention, treatment, tanyl. and recovery services. To learn more about warning RALI Ohio is committed to signs, please visit ralioh.org/rali- sharing information and resourc- cares to explore our virtual ex- es related to the safe use and dis- perience. Anyone over the age of posal of prescription medications, 21 can take the expert-guided, as well as the warning signs of interactive tour of a teenager’s opioid misuse. Some of the or- bedroom to learn how to identify ganizations we work with to do hidden red fl ags that may point to so include the American Legion, a substance use problem. Spot- Department of Ohio; AMVETS, ting warning signs in teenagers Department of Ohio; Veterans can be particularly hard because of Foreign Wars, Department of young people go through many Ohio; Ohio National Guard As- emotional and physical changes. sociation, Prevention Action Alli- Prevention Action Alliance has ance, OACBHA, Recovery Ohio, many tips and resources avail- CADCA, and Code 3 able for parents and guardians to . help start a conversation and pre- SPOTTING SIGNS OF SUB- vent substance use. STANCE MISUSE There are plenty of ways to If someone you know has start- help prevent the misuse of pre- ed misusing opioids, early in- scription medications. RALI

LET US SHOW OUR SUPPORT FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDER’S The American Legion seeks tion during the General Assem- Post may provide their award- to recognize well-round- bly session on Saturday morn- ees with a certificate which ed public service candidates ing. can be ordered from emblem who have exceeded above Awardees are selected based sales, or you may contact Jer- and beyond the expected du- upon their record of profession- maine Ferguson from Depart- ties of their position for pub- al service, community service, ment HQ at ferguson@ohiole- lic recognition. Law Officer acts of heroism, and the nomi- gion.com. Nomination forms of the Year Award, Firefight- nees documented citations and can also be found on ohiole- er of the Year Award, and Ci- awards. gion.com. vilian Lifesaver of the Year Each Post, County, and Dis- Our first-responders are in Award(s). In April, the Law- trict may participate in the Law dire need of public support and-Order Committee selects and Order Program by recog- – let The American Legion awardees to be honored at our nizing distinguished individu- proudly stand beside our com- Annual Department Conven- als within your communities. A munity heroes. PAGE 108 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021

VETERANS AFFAIRS & REHABILITAION

William Genochio low is a listing of Service Offi cers Veterans. It is also a rare occur- the VA to assign an effective date Soldier is also a citizen. In fact, the GySgt, USMC (Ret) and their email addresses. This is rence since presumptive condi- back to the original date of claim. highest obligation and privilege of Veterans Benefi ts often the fastest way to get into tions and normally added by the Be advised the VA can still ap- citizenship is that of bearing arms Administrative Coordinator contact with your DSO’s. VA themselves and based on val- peal this decision. for one’s country” DSO/ Offi ce Supervisor id studies. These three presump- - George S. Patton Jr. Cleveland VA Regional Offi ce POST SERVICE OFFICER tive were added by Congress and UNDIAGNOSED PAIN CAN “Only our individual faith in free- Ph: 216-522-3504 TRAINING included in the National Defense BE SERVICE CONNECTED dom can keep us free.” Email:[email protected] Post Service Offi cer training was Authorization Act of the NDAA. Much Like Saunders v. Wilk- – Dwight D. Eisenhower a new success this year as it was The added conditions are: ie where pain minus diagnosis “THE SITREP” held virtually for the fi rst time. 1. Bladder Cancer can be service connected if it THE “AFTER ACTION” As we welcome in 2021 the De- Many topics regarding veteran and 2. Hypothyroidism causes functional impairment. REPORT partment Service Offi cer team dependent benefi ts were discussed 3. Parkinson’s Disease like A new case has been decided If there is a specifi c topic anyone would like to wish all our Legion- with roughly 22 Post Service Offi - symptoms in the opinion of the U.S. Court would like to see further explained naires a very blessed upcoming cers online. Virtual PSO School is It is unclear at this point when of Appeals for Veterans Claims or answered send those requests year. So some exciting things are something we plan to continue to these conditions will offi cially Wait v. Wilkie states that undi- to [email protected]. So already developing for this coming utilize in conjunction within per- be adjudicated and implemented agnosed pain can also be service that we can provide our veterans year. son training at Department HQ. much like the Blue Water Navy connected on an individual ba- with the information that best suits 1. The Board of Veterans Appeals This years PSO School will take Act of 2019. It is also unclear if sics and the VA should consider their needs. are ramping up hearings 42 have place in September at Department the Class Action lawsuit Nehmer frequency, duration, and severi- We would like to include suc- been scheduled for the Month or HQ date and time TBD. v. Department of Veterans Affairs ty of said pain. It is suggested to cess stories regarding the Depart- January alone. Just a reminder the will be used. utilize this approach to submit Cleveland VARO ment Service Offi cers. If you have BVA is still only conducting Virtu- What you need to do! If you a written log to support the fre- a comment or story of how the al Option hearings. There has been William Genochio, have never fi led for one of these quency, duration, and severity of [email protected] American Legion help you fi le a no indication of if or when this will conditions and were Boots on the the condition in which you are claim, where granted a claim that end. Any apple product will work Will Brown, ground Vietnam veteran or Blue seeking benefi ts for. was on appeal please write a brief or computer with web camera and [email protected] Water Navy fi le, the claim as soon statement and send to genochio@ MILITARY QUOTES microphone. Eric Hall, as possible. If you have previously ohiolegion.com to be published. 2. Three New Presumptive Ser- [email protected] fi led for one of the new presump- “The soldier is the Army. No Do not include any personal infor- vice Connections have been ap- tive and was denied fi le a VA Form army is better than its soldiers. The mation in the statement. proved by the House and the Sen- Michelle Jones, 20-0995, the new evidence can ate. Thus, adding Parkinson’s [email protected] be that NDAA. Assistance can be Disease like symptoms, Hypothy- found via your DSO Team. MIR HO roidism and Bladder Cancer to the Dayton VAMC Presumptive exposure to Agent Gary Felver, [email protected] BLUE WATER NAVY UPDATE A soldier runs up a hill and around a corner before slamming into an Orange. This serves as an update as the o f fi c e .r Our DSO team look forward to Cincinnati VAMC District Court rules in favor of the “Where do you think you’re going, son?” serving and assisting our veterans Beth (Garino) Schroder, Class Action Nehmer lawsuit. This “Sorry, Captain! It’s crazy out there and the fi refi ght was so heavy. I got as we progress through 2021. Your [email protected] would be a huge win for Blue Wa- scared and tried to go AWOL.” Service Offi cers are working both ter Navy veterans as it would re- “Who you calling “Captain?” I’m a general!” in house at the Dayton VAMC, NEW AGENT ORANGE quire the VA to automatically read- “Wow!” exclaimed the soldier. “I didn’t realize I’d run that far back.” Cincinnati VAMC and the Cleve- PRESUMPTIVE CONDITIONS judicate all claims for Blue Water land VARO as well as from home ARE COMING! Navy veterans and Survivors that Private you have been late three times this week solider – do you know what that means? Sgt yes Sgt “it’s Wednesday?” to protect our Legion Family. Be- This is a huge win for Vietnam were denied. This would also force Gifts for Yanks Program Update By: Jermaine Ferguson strictions, our Department HQ gram ambassador to our local [email protected] has received positive feedback communities. Gifts for Yanks Program regarding this year’s holiday gift. We welcome fi nancial contri- Coordinator This year’s holiday gift is valued butions from individual mem- The mission of the Gifts for at $27.00 per veteran, including bers and friends, American Le- Yanks Program is to improve the a stadium blanket cushion set, a gion Post, or local businesses. quality of life of the veteran-pa- pocket calendar, a rifl e bullet ink Donations may be payable to tient of Ohio VA Medical Cen- pin, a breakaway lanyard, and a “Gifts for Yanks” or “The Amer- ters and Ohio Veterans Homes reusable, collapsible metal straw. ican Legion Department of Ohio by providing funds to support The Gifts for Yanks Program – Gifts for Yanks.” direct-service programs, events, would love for every Ameri- If you want to learn more about holiday gifts, and VA Voluntary can Legion Post in the state the Gifts for Yanks Program, services. The Gifts for Yanks of Ohio to have a designated please contact your District GFY Program is entirely dependent Gifts for Yanks Post Chairman. Chairman or contact Jermaine on the fi nancial donations and The chairman is also a pro- Ferguson at Department HQ. volunteer hours were graciously given by our American Legion Family members. The Gifts for Yanks Program has entered the second-half of its’ fundraising year and has just completed its annual holiday gift distribution. Legionnaires handed out only over 2,100-holi- day gifts to veterans at Ohio VA Medical Centers and Ohio Veter- ans Homes. Though this year’s holiday gift distribution was not as interactive as the year’s past due to COVID-19 pandemic re- For any questions, please contact Jermaine Ferguson; Membership, Legislative, VHA, & National Security Coordinator at 740-815-0765 • [email protected] January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGEPAGE 119 The American Legion Legislative Agenda The American Legion National Legion encourages expansion of and by properly resourcing civil- dents valuable education options, “Buddy Check” and urges Con- Legislative Division has estab- newborn care and gender-specif- ian tools of diplomacy. but some bad actors use a loop- gress to pass legislation requir- lished the legislative agenda for ic services at VA. hole in the 90-10 rule to evade ing VA to implement a similar the 117th Congress, 1st Session. 5. Citizenship for Honorable a cap on federal financial aid program. The American Legion 3. Telehealth/Rural Health Service by aggressively targeting veter- also encourages legislation to es- 1. Address Toxic Exposure & Accessibility is often a barrier Many veteran immigrants say ans, service members, families tablish a peer-support program Burn Pits for veterans and caregivers when they have been deported after dis- and survivors for their education that would offer grants to place A disturbingly high percentage pursuing health services from charge because they failed to ac- benefits. The American Legion is peer-support specialists in local of post-9/11 veterans have been VA. They should have consistent, quire U.S. citizenship while serv- committed to ensuring that vet- posts of veteran’s service organi- exposed to airborne toxic haz- quality access to care, regard- ing in the U.S. Armed Forces. erans and their families receive zations. ards, often the result of person- less of location or availability of The American Legion supports the highest quality of education al proximity to burn pits for ex- broadband networks. To address measures to ensure the process when using the GI Bill and en- 10. Protect the American Flag tended times during service. The this, The American Legion has of naturalization through mili- courages legislation and federal The American Legion urges American Legion has fought for worked with VA to introduce a tary service is completed prior action to provide higher quality Congress to approve an amend- service-connected disability ben- pilot program that provides tele- to discharge, to include reinstitu- and student outcomes for institu- ment to the U.S. Constitution that efits for conditions linked to tox- health sites in American Legion tion of the USCIS Naturalization tions approved for use of VA edu- would allow Congress to pro- ic exposures for decades and will posts to serve rural areas, known at Basic Training Initiative, train- cation benefits by adding Depart- hibit the physical desecration of continue to do so for this genera- as Project ATLAS. The Ameri- ing for military recruiters and ment of Defense and VA funds to the U.S. flag. Additionally, The tion. The American Legion urges can Legion urges Congress to commands about the naturaliza- the Title IV revenue sources cal- American Legion urges Congress Congress to reintroduce and pass pass legislation that expands tion process, and the reopening culation under the Higher Educa- to pass the Flag Code Modern- the Toxic Exposure in the Amer- broadband capabilities and ser- all USCIS field offices abroad to tion Act. ization Act of 2021 to amend the ican Military (TEAM) Act of vices for veterans in remote areas serve servicemembers stationed U.S. Flag Code to codify mul- 2020 and supports further stud- to better meet their needs. overseas. 8. Military Awards for tiple common patriotic customs ies into conditions directly re- Minority Veterans and practices as described in The lated to contaminants in order to 4. Address the Forever War 6. Pay the Coast Guard The American Legion urges American Legion Resolution No. establish a complete list of pre- Nearly two decades after 9/11, U.S. Coast Guard person- Congress to pass legislation lift- 19: Flag Code Amendment. sumptive diseases caused by tox- U.S. troops continue to wage war nel carry out daily missions vi- ing statutes of limitations and ic exposure during service. in Iraq, Afghanistan and other tal to national security, but they other obstacles that may impede 11. Global War on Terrorism corners of the world, under the serve in the only military branch proper investigation and expand Memorial 2. Improve Health Care for 2001 and 2002 Authorizations for forced to work without pay dur- the review of minority veter- The Global War on Terrorism Women Veterans Use of Military Force (AUMF). ing government shutdowns, due ans from all wars and conflicts is the longest war in U.S. history; VA has an obligation to devel- However, the global security en- to their status under the Depart- whose military records and of- more than 2.8 million American op and expand healthcare servic- vironment the United States fac- ment of Homeland Security. The ficial descriptions of combat ac- service members have been de- es for women, the fastest-grow- es is no longer the same, with the repeated and all too common tions support consideration for ployed abroad. After tens of thou- ing demographic in the veteran rise of great-power competition threat of government shutdowns the Medal of Honor and other sands of casualties and thousands community. A high percentage and other threats. Too often, the brings severe hardship on Coast military citations or medals. of deaths, it is only fitting that we of women veterans who are not use of military force, as opposed Guard men, women and fami- honor the sacrifices of service enrolled in VA health care say to diplomacy, is considered the lies. The American Legion urges 9. Peer Support members and their families with lack of gender-specific services primary instrument of nation- Congress to reintroduce and pass Studies show that peer support a Global War on Terrorism Me- and lack of awareness about VA al power. The American Legion the Pay Our Coast Guard Parity is mutually beneficial for people morial in a place of prominence benefits are primary reasons. The urges the renewal of a proper Act, which would guarantee that who are experiencing transitions, at our nation’s capital. The Amer- American Legion urges Congress constitutional balance to U.S. Coast Guard personnel are paid mental health concerns and for ican Legion believes this memo- to diligently oversee implementa- foreign policy decision-making without delay, even in the case of those who wish to give back to rial belongs on the National Mall tion of recently passed VA pilot by urging Congress to renew its a government shutdown. their communities. The Ameri- and urges Congress to pass the programs, research initiatives, war making oversight role begin- can Legion has its own peer- Global War on Terrorism Memo- and policy revisions to address ning with repealing or replacing 7. Close the 90/10 Loophole support program known as the rial Location Act. this. Additionally, The American the outdated post-9/11 AUMFs Proprietary schools offer stu-

TEMPORARY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION PROCEDURES WITH THE CORONAVIRUS As a result of the global coro- during this time. While the the “reasons” section. It is im- their employees a letter or some navirus pandemic, the need for home visit is an integral part of portant to complete all the box- type of communication stating financial assistance may in- the TFA process, the following es on page 2 which provide the their company’s actions/inten- crease. This need may be seen are other measures to validate status for seeking additional as- tions. That communication will with The American Legion and complete the investigation. sistance in order to be consid- typically include options that Temporary Financial Assis- Make phone calls. A phone ered a fully complete TFA grant are available to the employee tance (TFA) program. interview with an applicant application. with regard to work scheduling, Through TFA, The Ameri- can be conducted during this Verify financial impact. It pay and/or benefits. This state- can Legion distributes one-time time. The applicant can pro- is important to note that stay- ment, along with an employee’s grants of up to $1,500 to eli- vide documentation necessary ing home from work or expe- pay stub, may serve as verifica- gible active-duty military and to the TFA investigator via fax, riencing any type of quaran- tion of impacted wages. American Legion members in or by sending scanned or pho- tine does not necessarily mean This TFA guidance should be need. Grantees must have mi- tographed documents via email that a household’s finances are in place until such time that lo- nor children in the home and or text message. being negatively impacted, or cal authorities in your state and the funds are designed to help Complete page 2 of the appli- that a child’s basic needs can- community have deemed the meet the cost of shelter, food, cation. The American Legion not be met. For example, an em- need for coronavirus prevention utilities and health expenses so is aware that some government ployee may be taking paid time measures have passed. that children have a stable envi- offices or community organi- off while quarantining; the em- If you have any questions are ronment during a time of hard- zations may be closed during ployer is supplementing finan- would like to submit your appli- ship. this time. As a result it may be cially with paid time off; or the cation, visit https://www.ohiole- Because the safety and well- difficult to verify that all other employee may be telecommut- gion.com/wp-content/uploads/ being of American Legion forms of assistance have been ing by working from home. For TFA-APPLICATION-2020.pdf members and the Legion Fam- exhausted. If government of- those applicants that are em- or please contact Jermaine Fer- ily is of the utmost importance, fices or community organiza- ployed but whose work has been guson at Department HQ. National Headquarters is ask- tions that provide forms of as- financially impacted due to is- ing that all TFA investigators sistance in your area are closed, sues related to the coronavirus suspend home investigations/ please note that on page 2 of pandemic, it is standard prac- site visits for TFA applicants the TFA application form under tice for employers to provide

For any questions, please contact Jermaine Ferguson; Membership, Legislative, VHA, & National Security Coordinator at 740-815-0765 • [email protected] PAGE 10 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021

AMERICANISM AMERICAN FLAG ETIQUETTE Recently the American Legion or drapery. It should nev- ticles as cushions or hand- k. The Flag, when it is in such Department of Ohio has received er be festooned, drawn kerchiefs and the like, print- condition that it is no longer questions about the proper dis- back, nor up, in folds, but ed or otherwise impressed a fi tting emblem for display, play, respect, and retirement of always allowed to fall on paper napkins or boxes or should be destroyed in a dig- the American Flag. Listed below free. anything designed for tem- nifi ed way, preferably by burn- are the answers to the most asked Bunting of blue, white, porary use and discard. Ad- ing. (Disposal of Unservice- questions. and red is always ar- vertising signs should not able Flags Ceremony) ranged with the blue be fastened to a staff or hal- Flag Display and Respect above, the white in the yard from which the Flag is Flag Retirement a. The Flag should never be dis- middle, and the red be- fl o w .n a) In proper tribute and in memo- played with the union down, low should be used for placed upon it, nor on any part j. No part of the Flag should ry and love, our Flag becomes except as a signal of dire dis- covering a speaker’s desk, of it, nor attached to it any ever be used as a costume or faded and worn and must be tress in instances of extreme draping the front of the plat- mark, insignia, letter, word, athletic uniform. However, a honorably retired from life. danger to life or property. form, and for decoration in fi gure, design, picture, or draw- fl ag patch may be affi xed to the b) The approved method of dis- b. The Flag should never touch general. ing of any nature. uniform of military personnel, posing of unserviceable Flags anything beneath it, such as e. The Flag should never be fas- h. The Flag should never be used fi remen, policemen, and mem- has been by burning. the ground, the fl oor, water, or tened, displayed, used, or as a receptacle for receiving, bers of patriotic organizations. c) Such retirement of Flags that merchandise. stored in such a manner as holding, carrying, or delivering The Flag represents a living have become unserviceable c. The Flag should never be car- to permit it to be easily torn, anything. country and is itself consid- may be done in public with re- ried fl at or horizontally, but al- soiled, or damaged in any way. i. The Flag should never be used ered a living thing. Therefore, spectful and honorable rites. ways aloft and free. f. The Flag should never be used for advertising purposes in any the lapel fl ag pin being a rep- d) The most appropriate day to d. The Flag should never be used as a covering for a ceiling. manner whatsoever. It should lica, should be worn on the left perform this ceremony is Na- as wearing apparel, bedding, g. The Flag should never have not be embroidered on such ar- lapel near the heart. tional Flag Day, June 14th. Oratorical Contest Buckeye Boys State The American Legion, De- winner $2,500 at the state fi- ners who participate in first- Buckeye Boys State will be receive back forms that have partment of Ohio, during this nals. The second-place win- round National contests re- June 13th- June 20th, 2021 a specific code for each del- school year, again sponsors ner receives $1,500 and the ceive $1,500 scholarships. at Miami University. The egate to log into the website an Oratorical Contest for high remainder of the contestants Second-round National partici- Buckeye Boys State applica- and enter their information school students in Ohio. equally divide $2,500. Contes- pants (who do not make the fi- tion process will be online electronically. Each code is The purpose of the contest is tants in the National Finals re- nals) receive additional $1,500 again, once you receive your specific for each delegate, to develop knowledge and ap- ceive scholarships of $25,000, scholarships. More informa- enrollment form, please re- so the forms CANNOT BE preciation of the United States $16,000, and $14,000 for the tion on Oratorical can be found turn it with the number of COPIED. Enrolment Forms Constitution, the ability to think top three places. State win- at ohiolegion.com/oratorical. delegates your post plans on need to be turned in before and speak clearly and critically, sending along with your pay- Citizenship codes can be and the acceptance of the du- ment by March 15th. You will sent to the delegates. ties, responsibilities, rights, and privileges of American citizen- ship. The contest meets guide- lines of the Ohio High School Activities Association. The Legion contest is a part- ner with the National Speech & Debate Association, the honor society for high- school stu- dents (formerly the National Forensic League). The American Legion De- partment awards the first-place 2019 Winner, Honor Persing poses with her mother Michelle, Oratorical Chair, John Looker, and two of the esteemed speech Judges 2019 Buckeye Boys State Participants

American Legion Baseball AMERICANISM DATES TO REMEMBER Registration for the 2021 son opened Jan. 1. for administrative fees and ei- American Legion Baseball sea- The early deadline for regis- ther $110 for season personal MARCH 1-5, 2021- Americanism tration is May 15. Teams regis- accident insurance or $160 for and Government Trip year-round insurance cover- tered after May 15 will be sub- MARCH 7, 2021- Department ject to a $200 late fee through age. General liability insurance Oratorical Contest the final deadline of June 1. costs are $82. Registration fees for senior Insurance purchases will be APRIL 15, 2021- Scholarship teams are $50 for national reg- available Feb. 15. Deadline istration, $35 for administrative The Department Junior Tour- JUNE 13-20, 2021- Buckeye Boys fees and either $130 for season nament will be July 15th- July State personal accident insurance or 18th, 2021. The Department JULY 15-28, 2021- Junior $200 for year-round insurance Senior Tournament will be Baseball Tournament coverage. General liability in- July 27th – July 30th, 2021. surance costs are $120. Both tournaments are played JULY 27-30, 2021- Senior Fees for junior teams are $25 at Beavers Field in Lancaster Baseball Tournament for national registration, $35 Ohio.

For any questions, please contact Christie White, Americanism and Children & Youth Coordinator at [email protected] or Andrew Klingler, Programs Administrator at [email protected] January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 11 CHILDREN AND YOUTH The American Legion Department of Ohio Scholarship HISTORY plicant’s character obtained in good standing at the time of college) GPA of 3.5 or higher. Bernhard award will be contin- The American Legion Depart- through a personal statement. death. • Applicant must have an ACT gent upon the annual earning of ment of Ohio Scholarship was The American Legion Depart- • Applicant must have a high score of 25 or higher. the Scholarship Fund. established in 1971 to assist de- ment of Ohio Scholarship con- school and college GPA of 3.5 or The amount of the Donald L. serving high school students and sists of the following catego- higher. Lanthorn scholarship will be American Legion/Military veterans attending institutions ries and the criteria required for • Applicant must have an ACT contingent upon the annual earn- Award of higher learning with the ever- each category are: score of 25 or higher. ings of the Scholarship Fund. One (1) award, as chosen by the increasing costs of higher edu- The amount of each American Scholarship Screening Commit- cation. High School Award Legion Department of Ohio col- Durward I. Bernhard Award tee of the Ohio American Legion, High school awards, as chosen lege award will be contingent Durward I. Bernhard was a life- is awarded annually to a selected ONE TIME SCHOLARSHIP by the Scholarship Screening upon the annual earnings of the long resident of Belmont Coun- American Legion/Military ap- AWARD Committee of the Ohio Ameri- Scholarship Fund. ty who at the time of his pass- plicant. The applicant must show The scholarship offered by the can Legion, are awarded annu- ing, through his estate, provided proof of being a current, paid American Legion Department ally to selected high school se- Donald L. Lanthorn Award funds to the American Legion member of the Ohio American of Ohio is a ONE TIME NON- niors, including home schooled Donald L. Lanthorn was a life- Department of Ohio with the Legion and of serving in the Unit- RENEWABLE award. and online students, attending long resident of Licking County stipulation these funds be used ed States military. high school within the state of who served as the State Director to directly benefi t the higher ed- Requirements: SCHOLARSHIP APPLICA- Ohio. of Veteran’s Affairs and Reha- ucational pursuits of Belmont • Open statewide. TION DEADLINE Requirements: bilitation for the Ohio American County high school students, in- • Applicant must provide a copy All scholarship applications • Open statewide. Legion State Headquarters for cluding home schooled or online of current year Ohio American mailed to the American Legion • Applicant must be a direct forty (40) years. students, or veterans residing in Legion membership card. Department of Ohio State Head- descendant of a current paid The Donald L. Lanthorn Belmont County. • Applicant must provide a copy quarters in Delaware, Ohio must member of the Ohio American award, as chosen by the Schol- The Durward I. Bernhard of DD214, Report of Separation be received by or postmarked by Legion or a direct descendant arship Screening Committee of award, as chosen by the Schol- from Military Service or if cur- APRIL 15 annually. of a deceased member of the the Ohio American Legion, is arship Screening Committee of rently on active duty, a copy of the Ohio American Legion who was awarded annually to one (1) se- the Ohio American Legion, is military identifi cation card. SCHOLARSHIP SELEC- in good standing at the time of lected high school student, in- awarded annually to one (1) se- The amount of the award to an TION / NOTIFICATION death. cluding home schooled and on- lected Belmont County high American Legion/Military appli- All scholarship applications • Applicant must have a high line students, or veteran residing school student, including home cant will be contingent upon the received will be reviewed by the school and college (if taking in and attending high school in schooled and online students, annual earnings of the Scholar- American Legion Department college courses) GPA of 3.5 or Delaware, Knox, Licking, Madi- or veteran residing in Belmont ship Fund. of Ohio Screening Committee higher. son, Marion, Morrow or Union County. Those Belmont County in mid-May with scholarship re- • Applicant must have an ACT counties. Those applicants not applicants not selected for the cipients and non-recipients to be score of 25 or higher. selected for the Lanthorn schol- Bernhard scholarship may still notifi ed via surface mail or e- The amount of each Ameri- arship may still be eligible for be eligible for other Department mail as soon as possible there- can Legion Department of Ohio other Department of Ohio schol- of Ohio scholarships. after. high school award will be con- arships. Requirements: tingent upon the annual earn- Requirements: • Restricted to high school, home SCHOLARSHIP JUDGING ings of the Scholarship Fund. • Restricted to high school, schooled, online students or veter- CRITERIA home schooled, online or veter- ans residing in Belmont County. The judging criteria utilized College Student Award ans residing in Delaware, Knox, • Applicant must be a direct de- by the Ohio American Legion An American Legion Depart- Licking, Madison, Marion, Mor- scendant of a current paid member Scholarship Screening Commit- ment of Ohio scholarship may row or Union County. of the Ohio American Legion or a tee to choose the recipients for be awarded annually to a col- • Applicant must be a direct direct descendant of a deceased any scholarships awarded shall lege student. descendant of a current paid member of the Ohio American be based upon: Requirements: member of the Ohio American Legion who was in good standing The applicant’s academic • Open statewide. Legion or a direct descendant at the time of death. achievement based on course • Applicant must be a direct of a deceased member of the • Applicant must have a high grades; diffi culty of the curricu- descendant of a current paid Ohio American Legion who was school and college (if attending lum; ACT scores; participation member of the Ohio American in good standing at the time of college) GPA of 3.5 or higher. in school activities and activi- Legion or a direct descendant death. • Applicant must have an ACT ties outside of the school and a of a deceased member of the • Applicant must have a high score of 25 or higher. general impression of each ap- Ohio American Legion who was school and college (if attending The amount of the Durward I.

Special Olympics Committee

On October 24th, 2020, the approved the following resolution. nance Committee; and Depart- Olympics be directed to and mittee as had been in place Department Children and Department Resolution 21-04 ment Children and Youth Com- placed under the Department with the Department Special Youth Committee convened Title: To Dissolve the Depart- mittee that for the best interests Children and Youth Commit- Olympics Committee; and to discuss the Special Olym- ment Special Olympics Com- of Ohio Special Olympics and tee; and RESOLVED, The Depart- pics Committee and its dis- mittee the American Legion Depart- RESOLVED, All monies ment Children and Youth solvement. It was decided RESOLVED, At the 2020- ment of Ohio, the Department maintained in the Department Committee meeting in regu- that Special Olympics will be 2021 Department Special Special Olympics Committee Special Olympics account be lar session on July 11, 2020, absorbed by the Children and Olympics Committee meeting, be dissolved effective as of De- allocated and disbursed by concurs with the recommen- Youth Committee as a pro- the Department Special Olym- cember 2020 and Ohio Special the Department Children and dation of the Department gram of the Committee. pics Committee recommends Olympics and the American Youth Committee thru the same Special Olympics Commit- The American Legion De- to the Department Executive Legion Department of Ohio’s manner and procedures with tee and has passed a motion partment Executive Committee Committee; Department Fi- involvement in Ohio Special the Department Finance Com- to this effect.

For any questions, please contact Christie White, Americanism and Children & Youth Coordinator at [email protected] or Andrew Klingler, Programs Administrator at [email protected] PAGE 12 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021

2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS SWEEPSTAKES WINNERS START END SUBJECT LOCATION Special Drawing 3/1/2021 3/5/2021 A&G Trip Washington, DC Delaware, Ohio • February 1, 2021 3/7/2021 3/7/2021 Oratorical Contest Department Headquarters @ 10:00am KURT AGIN ZANESVILLE OH 3/7/2021 3/7/2021 District 1 Spring Conference Post 512, Toledo Police @ 9:30am ARTHUR ARMSTRONG GARFIELD HEIGHTS OH 3/7/2021 3/7/2021 District 6 Spring Conference Post 285, Hebron @ 10:00am LARKIN BANKS CINCINNATI OH 3/7/2021 3/7/2021 District 8 Spring Conference Post 476, Wilkesville @ 10:00am BARRY BLANK COLUMBUS OH 3/7/2021 3/7/2021 District 12 Spring Conference NVMM, Columbus @ 10:00pm Tentative ALDEN BORTON OMAHA NE BEN BOTTINI AVON OH 3/7/2021 3/7/2021 District 13 Spring Conference Post 421, Cleveland @ 10:00am MICHAEL BOYLE MARTINSVILLE OH 3/12/2021 3/14/2021 Mid-Winter Conference Crowne Plaza North-Worthington DANIEL BRAKE CASTALIA OH 3/12/2021 3/14/2021 SAL Mid-Winter Conference Crowne Plaza North-Worthington JERRY CARTER, JR NEW LEBANON OH BEN DECCOLA MIDDLEBURG HTS OH 3/12/2021 3/12/2021 Mid-Winter Blood Drive Crowne Plaza North-Worthington GREGORY DEROSIER PATASKALA OH 3/14/2021 3/14/2021 District 2 Spring Conference Post 96, Lima @ 8:00am MICHAEL DIXON CHILLICOTHE OH 3/14/2021 3/14/2021 Department Executive Committee Meeting Crown Plaza North-Worthington BERTON DRUMHELLER YOUNGSTOWN OH 3/14/2021 3/14/2021 District 5 Spring Conference Post 535, Bellville @ 12:00pm WILLIAM EATON SCOTTSVILLE TX JON ERICSON GAHANNA OH 3/14/2021 3/14/2021 District 7 Spring Conference Post 25, Washington Cthse @ 8:30pm HARRY ESTY WESTERVILLE OH 3/15/2021 3/15/2021 Membership Committee Meeting Conference Call @ 6:00pm MONTY EVANS JOHNSTOWN OH 3/20/2021 3/20/2021 District 10 Spring Conference Post 431, Newcomerstown @ 10:00am RONALD FOUT CHILLICOTHE OH 3/21/2021 3/21/2021 District 11 Spring Conference Post 29, Zanesville @ 10:00am HERBERT GANTT PIQUA OH T.H. HALL KETTERING OH 3/21/2021 3/21/2021 District 14 Spring Conference Post 281, Cuyahoga Falls @ 1:30pm EDWARD HOGAN LOVELAND OH 3/21/2021 3/21/2021 District 4 Spring Conference Post 534, Cincinnati @ 10:00am WILLIAM HUDSON OREGONIA OH 4/16/2021 4/16/2021 BBS Trustees ONLY Meeting Department Headquarters @ 6:30pm RICHARD JACOBS CARROLLTON OH 4/17/2021 4/17/2021 BBS Trustees, Commissioner, Consultants Meeting Department Headquarters @ 10:00am DONALD JANICKI CHANDLERSVILLE OH JAMES KNOTT CLEVELAND OH 4/18/2021 4/18/2021 District 3 Spring Conference Post 707, Englewood @ 1:00pm BERNARD KOSAR, SR CANFIELD OH 4/19/2021 4/19/2021 Membership Committee Meeting Conference Call @ 6:00pm JAMES KROUPA BRECKSVILLE OH 5/2/2021 5/2/2021 District 12 Summer Convention Post 144, Southway 12:30pm CARMEN LABBATO CLEVELAND OH 5/1/2021 5/1/2021 District 8 Summer Convention Post 283, Pickerington @ 10:00am DONALD LACKO NEW MATAMORAS OH DONALD LAMMERS NAPOLEON OH 5/2/2021 5/2/2021 District 1 Summer Convention Post 468, Joseph Diehn @ 9:30am TERRY LEGG MYRTLE BEACH SC 5/2/2021 5/2/2021 District 6 Summer Convention Post 584, Marion @ 10:00am RICHARD LEONARD CINCINNATI OH 5/2/2021 5/2/2021 District 13 Summer Convention Post 572, Parma @ 10:00am RANDALL PIERCE LIBERTY TWP OH 5/2/2021 5/8/2021 District 10 Summer Convention Post 166, Alliance @ 10:00am CHARLES RIFFLE LOUISVILLE OH ROBERT SAFRANEK SAGAMORE HILLS OH 5/2/2021 5/2/2021 District 12 Summer Convention Post 144, Southway @ 1:00pm BENNIE SAVAGE CARROLLTON OH 5/14/2021 5/14/2021 SAL Pre-Convention Hilton Garden Inn, Perrysburg DANIEL SAYRE SIDNEY OH 5/16/2021 5/16/2021 District 2 Summer Convention Post 241, New Bremen @ 8:00am MARC SMITH DAYTON OH 5/16/2021 6/13/2021 District 3 Summer Convention Post 598, Kettering @ 10:00am ROBERT SNIDER COLUMBUS OH ROGER SNIDER NASHPORT OH 5/16/2021 5/16/2021 District 4 Summer Convention Post 484, Cincinnati @ 10:00pm WILLIAM STEPP CUYAHOGA FALLS OH 5/16/2021 5/16/2021 District 7 Summer Convention Post 471, Portsmouth @ 8:30am IGNATZIO TRIPODI STEUBENVILLE OH 5/16/2021 5/16/2021 District 14 Summer Convention Post 331, Ravenna @ 1:30pm EDWARD TURNER WESTERVILLE OH 5/17/2021 5/17/2021 Membership Committee Meeting Conference Call @ 6:00pm CHARLES WALKER SOMERSET OH THOMAS WALLACE FARMERSVILLE OH 5/23/2021 5/23/2021 District 11 Summer Convention Post 77, Neffs @ 10:00am THOMAS WALLAKE OREGON OH 6/6/2021 6/6/2021 District 5 Summer Convention Post 202, Medina @ 9:30am PHILLIP WEISS CHAGRIN FALLS OH 6/13/2021 6/20/2021 Buckeye Boys State Miami University JAMES WELBURN ELYRIA OH 7/8/2021 7/11/2021 Department Convention Holiday Inn, Independence, OH GLENN WILLIAMS LANCASTER OH KLAUS ZOEPKE PERRYSBURG OH 7/15/2021 7/18/2021 Junior Baseball Tournament Beavers Field 7/26/2021 7/26/2021 Baseball Banquet Crossroads Church @ 6:00pm 7/27/2021 7/31/2021 Senior Baseball Tournament Beavers Field 8/3/2021 8/8/2021 National Regional Baseball Tournament TBD 8/12/2021 8/17/2021 National Baseball World Series Shelby, North Carolina

FUTURE NATIONAL DATES

5/5/2021 5/6/2021 National Spring Meetings-NEC Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel

6/11/2021 6/13/2021 ALR Ohio Legacy Run Hosted by Post 44, Canton questions. any for [email protected] or 7552 - 816 -

8/27/2021 9/2/2021 103rd National Convention Phoenix, AZ 740 at Department at Kennedy Mike Contact

$10 per person. Registration begins at noon, cards at 1:00. 1:00. Departmentat Departmentcards noon, at begins of of Ohio OhioRegistration person. per $10 10/6/2021 10/7/2021 National Fall Meetings Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel EUCHRE TOURNAMENT

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Tournament at Noon at 9:00 AM

Department of Ohio RegistrationOhio of at the door at 11:00 am. Department Team Captain ______Starts at 7:00 P.M. Tournament Starts Tournament Starts $10 per person. Registration begins at noon, cards at 1:00. Name ______with buy in at 1:00 P.M. at 11:00 A.M. Contact Mike KennedyContact at Department Person(s): at 740 -816-7552 or Post #______Phone [email protected] Oberhaus • 419-822-6666 for any questions.

Legion Card # ______The Tournament is open to all members in good Contact Person is: Jake Chapman standing of The American Legion Family. You may (740) 624-5718 SINGLES - $15 bring one non-Legion guest. Name ______Mail Entry Form and Check to: American Legion Post 29 Post #______Phone ______27 South 3rd Street • Zanesville, OH 43701 Legion Card # ______(No Refunds) January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 13 GOOD OF THE LEGION

VETERANS DAY PARADE 2020 FAMILY RESTORES HERO’S Clermont County, of the 4th District wanted to have their annual Veterans day parade just to show some sign of MEDAL OF HONOR normal during these diffi cult times. It was a beautiful sunny day, and the spirits were high. There were so many Army Second Lt. Albert E. Baesel was awarded the Medal of Honor people that showed up. Thanks to each group that came out to show the Veterans support in these crazy times posthumously for his bravery in World War I. The medal was on display at including; all of the Post color guards, Sons of Legionnaires, American Legion Auxiliary, DAV, Clermont County American Legion Post 91 in Berea for many years and then disappeared. On Veterans Commission, American Legion Riders, Shriners Gold wing riders, the local Police and Fire Departments, Veterans Day, Nov. 11, Baesel’s descendants brought a replacement home. Boy and Girl scouts, Batavia High school marching band, Batavia Bull dog youth cheer leaders, and the local Tri- Gary Cole, great-nephew of Baesel, presented the framed Medal of Honor State War bird museum got in with a fl y over in their B25 Bomber - he was a little too fast for the camera. to the Post, which will display it in the canteen. The medal is encased in museum-quality glass and will be enclosed in a recessed niche beneath Baesel’s portrait. Post 91 is named in honor of Lt. Baesel, who died in France in 1918 while attempting to rescue a wounded comrade. His unit was under intense enemy fi re and a mustard gas attack. Baesel reached the man and was on his way back to his bunker when both were hit with machine gun fi re and killed instantly.

B25 Bomber from the Tri-State American Legion Riders from 4th District Commander Steve Foster, the Warbird Museum in Batavia, Ohio. post 45x0 in Milford, OH Grand Marshall

Baesel descendants Gary Cole, Lisa Kradlak and Hallie Krueger present Lt. Albert Baesel’s Medal of Honor to Post 91 Commander Mel Baher.

MEMORIAL DAY FLAGS 2020 Mr. Mike Stanley, in front, and Mr. Barrett Scott are pictured placing fl ags on A good time had by all. John Chadwell Past veteran’s graves at the Frank Morrow Clermont County Council Commander, Commander Post 237 Batavia, Ken Ellis in the center Rose Hill Cemetery a few Steve Foster 4th District Commander, and Ron as Parade Chairman, and Commander Greg Brown days before Memorial (Chappy) Chapman Past Department Commander from Post 237 with the photo bomb Day. There were also other Legionnaires, the Legion Auxiliary and other volunteers placing POST 346 AWARDS AND DONATIONS fl ags on veterans’ graves.

POST 221 RAMP REPAIR

They also donated $750 to the Ohio City Harvey Lewis Post 346 awarded scholarships of $500 each to 10 Food Pantry and $250 to the Ohio City college students for the school year 2020-2021. Children’s Christmas Toy Drive. Post #221 has an assessable ramp that needed some repairs. POST 798 VETERANS DAY SERVICE At the 11th hour of the 11th POST 139 day of the 11th month, Reynoldsburg’s Mayor Joe Begeny (3rd from the left) conducted a Veterans Day observance at the city’s newly-designated Veterans Memorial Park on E. Main Street. Participating in the ceremony was American Legion Reynoldsburg Post 798 commander George Mussi Jr. (at left). Also in attendance were members of the City Council and several local Larry Glasgow, Mitchell Stokey, Brock West, John Chaney, Brad Teis, veterans, including the city Joseph Pruni, Ryan Dick, William Pennell, Bailey McGinnis, Benjamin auditor, Stephen Cicak (4th from the left at rear). Reynoldsburg Ohio is an offi cial government-approved POW/ Barker, Ron Crabtree, Sydney Anderson, Halle Barker, Francis Fry, Grace MIA city, a unique status that has only been granted to 14 towns in the state. Gao, Kara Harrison, Rachel Paden, Clara Reed. PAGE 14 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021 GOOD OF THE LEGION

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA 2020 The Wreaths Across America Story... Wreaths Across America™ was born in 1992 out of a desire to remember and honor American service members for their contributions in preserving our freedom. Morrill Worcester at the Worcester Wreath Company of Harrington, Maine had the vision for this project and placed the first wreaths. It has since become an annual tradition to lay wreaths at the grave markers of our fallen veterans during December to express our appreciation and to pay tribute for the sacrifices made for our country by our service men and women. Wreaths Across America™ maintains no political or religious agenda, but rather a mission to remember and honor our veterans during the month of December. At time of traditional family get-togethers, this event provides a great learning opportunity to teach our children of the many sacrifices made by our military men and women. WAA ceremonies are held at over 2,000 locations in the United States and many locations overseas. WAA could not carry out its mission without the help of over 2,000,000 volunteers, location coordinators, sponsors, fundraisers, and the generous donations of trucking companies. Thanks to all involved. January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 15 GOOD OF THE LEGION

PARADE TO RESTORE VETERANS CARE CELEBRATING VETERANS DAY

Post 62 & SAL 62 offi cers are among those gathered in downtown Chillicothe as part of a rally/parade to support Veterans Jan. 9, 2021

POST 171 POLICE & FIRE-FIGHTER OF THE YEAR Following a long-standing tradition, Post 171 presented their Annual Firefi ghter of the Year and Police Offi cer of the Year to two of Westerville’s Finest on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at the Westerville City Hall. Due to the COVID-19 concerns, the Post did not have their Annual Veteran’s Day Dinner at which these presentations are normally made. The Nominations for these YOUNG-BUDD POST 171 Awards are made by the respective Divisions of Fire and Police. There were several fellow Firefi ghters and Police Offi cers present for the presentations following Health Department Guidelines.

The Presentations of Plaques and Certifi cates were made by the Post Commander, John McElhaney, following the reading of each Nominee’s Bio by 2nd Vice Commander, Ron Leonard. Dave Bergman, 1st Vice Commander, was present to take the accompanying photos. The Firefi ghter of the Year is Chip Miller, a 15-year veteran of the Westerville Division of Fire and the Westerville Police Offi cer of the Year is Geoffrey Pichert, an 8-year veteran of the Westerville Division of Police. Interestingly, Chip Miller indicated he had played on a Post 171 Baseball team many years ago. Pictured here during the Virtual 9/11 Service, Post 171 Honor Guard participated in the ceremony on September 11th in Westerville as a part of the 9/11 Service video that was shown at noon on September 11 on the City Facebook page and Westerville public access TV.

CONTINUOUS MEMBERSHIP

LEGIONNAIRE OF THE YEAR: DAVID FROST Tenth District, Massillon, Ohio, American Legion Post #221. Due to the coronavirus we were unable to hold our usual awards dinner. As a result, on June 9, 2020 Mr. David Frost was presented with the Legionnaire of the Year award at our regular meeting at Post #221. He received a plaque in his name and his name has been entered on a plaque that is on permanent display here at the Post along with all of the other recipients who received the Legionnaire of On Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, a Certifi cate of Continuous Membership for 75 the Year award in past years. Post #221Commander, years was presented to Robert Kloss of Newton Falls American Legion Jeff Runser, on the left, is presenting Mr. Frost with Post 236. Mr. Kloss is 97 years old, a WWII veteran and a past Commander his Legionnaire of the Year plaque. of Post 236. He served as Commander in 1949. Presenting the certifi cate is Post 236 Commander Rick Nelson (standing) to Robert Kloss (seated). PAGE 16 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021 GOOD OF THE LEGION

100 MILES FOR HOPE ANNUAL BREAKFAST TALMA WEB AWARD Steve Ebersole from the 12th District received 1st Place in The American Legion Media Alliance Annual Contest for his website category submission. Congratulations Steve! For more information on how to submit contest entries to TALMA, visit https://www.legion.org/talma/contest

ARMISTICE DAY “Three members of Charles H. Eyre Post 633 in Seaman American Legion OH participated in the recent 100 Miles for Hope event in First event of the year, Annual American Legion Breakfast Glenford Dugan Post 229 support of The American Legion’s Veterans & Children’s at Colonel Crawford Post 181 Bucyrus Ohio with the participated in a historical Foundation. In the photo left to right, husband and wife early risers that make it happen from left to right: Past observance of Armistice Post members, Gary L. Embrey and Rebecca A. Rickey and 5th District Commander, Dennis “Denny” Teynor; SAL Day on November 11th, Post Commander Eric Newman. Gary and Rebecca walked Squadron 181 2nd Vice Commander, Ron Lambert; 2020, on the 11th hour, daily in their small, rural neighborhood, Eric got his miles Detachment of Ohio Commander, Bernie Kessler; and on the steps of the in as a full-time teacher and part-time farmer!” Legion Post 181 Commander Tony Mickalac. Post’s Military Museum. A reading described the 1918 Nelsonville celebration with “speeches, parades, ringing bells, coal burning bonfi res on the public square, and great jollifi cation that lasted all night.” POST 715 LAST LIVING WORLD WAR II VETERAN Social distancing and masks were encouraged. On November 1, 2020, members of Colonel Jennings American Legion Post 715 recognized its last living World War II Veteran. According the US Department of Veterans Affairs statistics, about 300,000 of the 16 million Americans who served in World Ware II are still alive, and of those approximately 12, 175 in the State of Ohio (As of 30-Sep-2020). GIGANTIC FLAG DONATION Bernard H. Calvelage (Berni), was born November 4, 2020 in Fort Jennings, Ohio. Bernie was drafted while still a senior in high school at Below is a Fort Jennings, and it happen so quickly, Bernie, and 2 of his classmates picture of a departed for bootcamp prior to his High School Commencement gigantic fl ag Ceremony. donation by Randy Gasser, Post Commander, Dave Will, Post Finance Offi cer, the Hopedale and Paul Brocker, former Post Commander, presented Bernie an Eagle American Statue draped with the American Flag, a Certifi cate and US Flag and Legion Post from US Congressman Bob Latta, and lastly, the American Legion 682 to the Medal of Merit. Jefferson His family stated “that only lately my father started telling stories County about his army service during WW II. It’s been interesting and fun. Veterans Bernie served at Camp Croft from 1943-1945. He was a drill sergeant Association. The vet group includes members from and heled train troops before they went overseas. He married his high Piney Fork Post 735, Dillonvale Post 529, and Wintersville school sweetheart, Edith, in 1945. There were together for 71 years, Post 557.= The Veterans Association established Fort until her passing in 2017. He has 6 children, 17 grandchildren, and 40 Friendship Veterans Memorial Museum in the Smithfi eld great-grandchildren and 1-great-great grandchild. Those attending Friendship Park over 20 years ago and raise the large the presentation were his children, Cherly Calvelage Kitson, Dale & fl ag for many occasions during the year. Also shown are Marilyn Calvelage, Dennis & Karen Calvelage, Nancy Calvelage and monuments to honored veterans, a WWII tank, Howitzer, Terese Calvelage Vangrootheest. His son Alan Calvelage was not able and small statue of the Liberty memorial. to attend. Grandkids and greatest attending Crag & Stacy Calvelage, Michelle, Brook, Trent and Blake Kortokrax, Angela Grothouse, Allison & Izaiah Wright”. CANNED FOOD DRIVE Bernie’s daughter Cheryl also stated “It was wonderful to see his smile. Brought tears to some of us. Members of Bernie was not the only one in his family to serve in World War II, his American brother and sister did as well. Legion Unfortunately, Northeast Post Bernie passed away 630, Blue Ash, just a few days later Ohio, organized on November 4, 2020. and promoted Post Commander a canned food Randy Gasser stated drive declaring “It was an honor and “No One Should privilege to present Go Hungry these small tokens at Christmas of appreciation to Time”! On Bernie, especially December 19, as he was our only 2020, a cold and living World War II windy Saturday, veteran at American donors drove up Legion Post 715. We to the collection had already planned point and Post on honoring him for 630 veterans Veterans Day this removed the canned goods and food boxes from their cars. year, we just moved More than a pickup truck load of food was collected and them forward a few given to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at Savior Church to weeks. At his funeral distribute to local families in need. In addition to the food, services today, there $175 was also donated. A Saint Vincent de Paul volunteer was 35 veterans told Post 630 members, “This will enable St. Vincent’s present to give him to supply food for those in need in our community!! In is Final Salute and addition, Post 630 collected old and tattered American Military Rites”. fl ags that donors wanted to have properly disposed of. More than a barrel full of fl ags were taken in. January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 17

ROBERT ODELL DONALD RODABAUGH WALTER BURGNER POST 159 ST. CLAIRSVILLE RICHARD ROBERTS POST 67 SHREVE DAVID CORBIN FRANKLIN CURTIS TAPS POST 28 PERRYSBURG ROBERT JAMES ROBERT HOWER RONALD KEATON JAMES HARRUFF HAROLD PLANT RICHARD HUSSEY DAVID LOY POST 29 ZANESVILLE DONALD REED JACK MCDERMITT GENE MILLER BRUCE BATES MARVIN YOUNG JAMES MILLER JULIA MOORE RICHARD BLAZ POST 68 WOOSTER ERNEST WALTERS JOHN ORKISH EDWARD BOYER JAMES HAIR POST 97 CARDINGTON CLYDE PORTER CHARLES CANTWELL LARRY KNOX RONALD COLEMAN JOHN VANNEST JOHN CRAMER JACK SCHUBERT CHARLES MORRIS ANDREW ZAVATSKY JAMES FARRELL POST 69 READING POST 103 ASHTABULA POST 160 BREWSTER JIM FRITZ JOSEPH HOPKINS JOSEPH GOUDY ANDY CODISPOTI SAM GIANETTINO RICHARD SUTTON ELLIS KLINGENSMITH MICHAEL EVERETT RAYMOND KUHN POST 70 WELLSVILLE WAYNE LOYD JOHN JOGERST DAVID TAYLOR JAMES SARACCO POST 104 SOUTH EUCLID DENNIS LARSON EDMUND YOUNG POST 71 ROSEVILLE CHARLES KITCHEN WAYNE NOFSINGER POST 30 LORAIN WILLIAM CALLIHAN KENNETH SMITH POST 162 MARION ROBERT BRADSTOCK ROBERT HALE DAVID WOOD WAYNE CHAMPER POST 1 COLUMBUS GARY MALOTT POST 72 MT. 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WILLIAM WEILAND DAVID LAWRENCE KEITH YOUNG CHARLES REGULA CHARLES WALKER POST 60 STRYKER RUSSELL PAYNE POST 142 WAVERLY POST 192 MILLERSBURG POST 19 AKRON DONALD GOEBEL MARIO TIZZIANI HUBERT CRABTREE JAMES ROCK CLARENCE CARLSON ROBERT HILDEBRANDT RICHARD WYMAN SHERRY JOHNSON JEFF SKALSKY POST 21 ATHENS POST 62 CHILLICOTHE POST 88 ASHLAND WALTER MITCHELL RICHARD STYER HOWARD MCLAUGHLIN GEORGE AYRES RONALD DUPRE POST 144 COLUMBUS POST 194 MASON POST 23 PORTSMOUTH JOHN BLESEDELL ROBERT MONDRAGON TIM BUBENCHIK THOMAS BARKER JOHN CRAIGMILES LONNIE BURTON EDWARD STACKHOUSE CARL CALL THOMAS BOYD DELBERT ENTLER WARREN DOWLER VERNARD STROUSE JACK SHIPE CHARLES DEPPERMAN RONALD FIKE GENE GEORGE POST 91 BEREA WILLIAM SMITH JAMES MULVEY JAMES HAMILTON DARRELL GREENLEE DAVID CHRISTENSEN POST 147 APPLE CREEK STEVE NOBLE ROY JOSEPH H HOWARD EDWARD MERKLE LARRY HARNESS DAVID SPARKES MICHAEL PHILLIPS POST 63 OTTAWA BRIAN RIDDLE POST 149 FRANKLIN POST 196 BRECKSVILLE POST 24 MCCONNELSVILLE VIRGIL BELLMAN RALPH ROKOWSKI CHARLES AGNOR GEORGE BEAUDET LARRY ALDERMAN JAMES HOORMAN FREDRIC SMITH CLYDE RUNYON POST 197 SOUTH AMHERST RUSSELL DAVIS ELDON MCCOY JOHN TKACHIK JOE SWEENEY FRANCIS KNOBLE MERRILL GLADDEN RONALD MYERS PHILIP YAEGER POST 151 CONNEAUT POST 199 HARRISON JAMES WILSON WILLIAM RICHEY JOHN ZAJACZKOWSKI NICHOLAS COLBY JEFFREY DANGEL POST 25 WASHINGTON C.H. GEORGE SCHROEDER POST 92 UTICA PAT GURTO THOMAS EMMONS HERBERT CLOUSER DEAN SUTER THOMAS DRUMM DAVID KRENISKY NICHOLAS HARDY ROBERT CONAWAY POST 64 MARIETTA JAMES GLOVER LARRY MOORE MICHAEL HEEKIN JAMES GREENE EDWARD FULTON JOSEPH REED EDWARD MOROSKI KARL KUHN ROBERT MAUST JAMES HUNTER POST 95 ZENIA DONALD PALMER ROBERT MUELLER ROBERT SNIDER LAWRENCE HURST MARVIN BUTTS LEO SCHOR DONALD ROESSLER POST 27 GALLIPOLIS PATRICK VERMAATEN NORMAN GROSS JAMES THORNTON CLARENCE STEINMETZ DARRELL DAY POST 65 COSHOCTON POST 96 LIMA DONALD WAKEFIELD POST 200 HUBER HEIGHTS WILLIAM JACKSON LESTER BACHELDER DEAN ADAM ROBERT WHIPPLE PAGE 18 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021

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JOHN BACHELDER ARTHUR WESTRICK POST 373 DELTA JACKSON HOLLIDAY LEON BELLMAN JOHN BIGHOUSE POST 301 AUSTINTOWN ROLAND OLEJOWNIK RICHARD MASTERSON AMOS EASTMAN LOWELL ECKSTEIN LAWRENCE CONLEY PAUL PIOTEREK POST 450 MILFORD GORDON LARSON EDGAR KOEHL DONALD DOMINIC POST 374 EAST LIVERPOOL JOHN AUFDENKAMPE LAWRENCE LAWSON JOHN ROSEBERRY POST 307 PIONEER HOWARD BOSWORTH ROBERT BENHASE POST 516 COLUMBUS GROVE EMERY SHAFFER LARRY CROMMER RALPH HARKER HOWARD BLOOM CARL GABLE POST 244 EAST SPARTA HAL DECKER POST 375 MALVERN JOHN DOLD JACK MYERS HAROLD GORTNEY WARREN HULBERT WILLIAM FULKS ROBERT HEIDEMAN GAYLORD SMITH January | February | March 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 19

POST 518 ASHLEY POST 598 KETTERING POST 668 VANDALIA GLENN BLISS VILAS KIBBE ROBERT GREEN RICK BROPHY RUSSELL BENNETT MARION BUCKLES BERNARD LACHENDRO CLEM PARRISH PAUL DABROWSKI THOMAS LONGENECKER ROBERT BURKE FRANK LEES EDWARD WELSH TOM DICKEY POST 675 DAYTON ROBERT CARNES THOMAS LEIST POST 521 SHADYSIDE MICHAEL FERRARO OSCAR CATLIN ROGER CLINE DAVID LEWIS EMMERETTA MCDONOUGH E GRAHAM EARL FUESTON RICHARD COOLEY LAWRENCE LUSTEK DONALD POLUDNIAK ROBERT GRAHAM ROBERT GRIGSBY ROBERT COPELAND JOHN MACIVOR WILLIAM SCHLUTER ROBERT KINZIG BARRY RYAN LAWRENCE CUTTING NEIL MAGEE POST 522 STRASBURG CLYDE KRESS POST 676 MANSFIELD CLARENCE DEAL PETER MAKUH ROBERT WELLING DANIEL LEONARD EUGENE HIGHTOWER JEROME DOERGER ROBERT MALONE POST 523 LODI DENNIS MAHANEY POST 678 WILLOWICK LOUIS DUDA GEORGE MASON JAMES GARDNER HARRISON MCQUINN CHARLES GELHAUSEN KENNETH DURHAM JOHN MAYBERRY KERWIN NYE GREGORY REED CARL HANDS SCOTT FEE GREGORY MCCARTY POST 525 ADENA JAMES SCENTERS JAMES MACK THOMAS FISHER LARRY MCCOLLOUGH STANLEY GRABITS ROBERT SEIFERT POST 680 NEY LEROY FRANKLIN ROBERT MCCONNELL POST 526 FAIRBORN ALBERT SESSLER LOWELL CRITES RUSSELL GERBER ARCH MOORE ELWOOD ENSOR POST 601 MADISON POST 681 WEST CHESTER JACK GIBSON ANGELO MOZZILLO FRANK MUGFORD RAYMOND HARTMAN THOMAS BONSER JOHN GRIFFIN WILLIAM MYERS POST 530 GREENHILLS DONALD MAJERNIK JOHN SCHWALL DONALD HABERMEIER LYNN NAUGHTON DONALD ENGLISH POST 603 WEST MANSFIELD POST 682 HOPEDALE JAMES HACKWORTH JACK OLINGER DAVID EVANS DONALD HARSHFIELD CHARLES HENDERSHOT NORBERT HALA WALLACE PRETZER THOMAS PARKS POST 605 WALDO CARMEN PIZZINO MICHAEL HANEK OBIE REED POST 532 COLUMBUS VERNON HEIMLICH POST 685 STREETSBORO DON HAVERFIELD VIRGIL RIGGENBACH JAMES BARE LAWRENCE KREGER RONALD STENGLEIN JAMES HAYS DONALD SAPP JOSEPH CORENO POST 608 SPENCER POST 700 WARREN VICTOR HENDERSON GERALD SPENCER ROBERT GONZALEZ GLENN BAKER LOUIS JEFFERSON FREDERICK HESTER GEORGE STEPP MIKE TERRY JAMES REARDON POST 703 PARMA J ROBERT HORNER RONALD STEVENS RUSSELL THOMPSON POST 610 BROOK PARK MICHAEL ADAMS BERNARD HROMCO WAYNE TOLLEY POST 534 CINCINNATI VINCENT ANDRASAK JAMES BELTER GEORGE JOHANSON HOWARD VANSCHOOR WILLIAM MATTICK EARL BRASS RONALD BORKEY KENNETH KAPPER T WHITESIDE JACK SNYDER JAMES DOWD FRANK FILOUS THOMAS KENDALL RICHARD WORLEY POST 535 BELLVILLE NORM KEKIC MICHAEL FURLO RONALD BURGESS JOSEPH MEIER MICHAEL GERREK RONNIE KING THOMAS MEYER DENNIS HAFT EDWARD MELOCHE ARTHUR PORDASH ROBERT KURILICH RICHARD SPOHN JOHN SMETANKA GEORGE MOHR Americanism Crossword Key JOHN SWIHART JAMES TERWILLIGER FRANK SKODA POST 536 GILBOA JOHN VINTILA POST 706 NORTH FAIRFIELD 1 c RICHARD SHOEMAKER POST 613 TROTWOOD EARL BAUER Americanism Crosswor ORLO SPENCE TERRY BAER RAYMOND DITTMAN d Key 2 scout PAUL STALL ROLLIN SMITH WALTER DITTMAN cn 3 j POST 537 OREGON POST 614 HILLIARD JOHN GILGER JAMES DROUILLARD JULIAN BOND DAVID ONEY ug u LARRY HOHENBRINK RICHARD DOWALTER ROBERT STEINMETZ dr d 4 h POST 539 NORTH BALTIMORE CHARLES GLOECKNER POST 707 ENGLEWOOD HAROLD CLINE HOMER MINCY IVAN CLARK 5 c e i e HUGH MCCOY DAVID STICKNEY CHARLES GILMORE 6 armistice l POST 541 CONTINENTAL POST 615 WAYNESVILLE THOMAS GINGRICH ROSCOE FICKEL RICHARD DICK DON JENKINS m s i 7 rm MICHAEL GREER KENNETH OSBORNE GEORGE KITTS o 8 marine CHARLES GRIME POST 619 DAYTON JAMES SWEET POST 547 MONROEVILLE JOE EVANS POST 715 FORT JENNINGS 9 justice l f t JAMES HERNER GARY LAWSON PAUL ALTENBURGER f l EUGENE ORWIG POST 622 MINFORD BERNARD CALVELAGE POST 548 LOUISVILLE EARL BRADBURY RALPH RODE l 10cadet MICKEY ADAMS POST 627 NEWBURGH HEIGHTS DOYLE WITTLER 11 12 JOHN HOFFMAN DENNIS DERBIN LEO WURST qa c EDWARD RUFLIN WILLIAM KRAY POST 717 NORTH RIDGEVILLE ug o 13m 14ortar DAVID TAYLOR POST 550 NEW RICHMOND POST 630 BLUE ASH 15 MARVIN ARMBRUSTER CHARLES GRIFFITH POST 718 MARSHALLVILLE baseball f RUFUS COCHRAN LOUIS MARGOLIS WADE BAUMAN 16fo17rt r o 18fleet JOSEPH KELLEY TIMOTHY PETRIC VICTOR RYNEER 19 POST 553 TOLEDO POST 631 LOCKLAND POST 733 BETTSVILLE a vietnam n i WALTER CARLSON ALLEN CONGO LOWELL EISENHOUR d e i c CHARLES FALL JAMES HALL HARLEY SHAULL 20 EUGENE HARRISON GARY LARKIN POST 735 PINEY FORK a r sergeant SYLVESTER HORTON POST 633 SEAMAN EDWARD WALDMAN 21barracks s r JEROME OCONNELL ELWOOD DEBORD POST 736 EAST LIVERPOOL FRANK REPAR RICHARD DUNKIN PAUL JACKSON Across Down POST 554 CINCINNATI POST 635 JEWELL WILLIAM WATSON 2. PersonAcross sent ahead to acquire information in a war 1. _____ can remove the president from office in CHARLES LEMMING DONALD DUNBAR POST 737 LAKE MILTON zone (scout2. Person) sent ahead to acquire information in aexceptional war zone (scout) circumstances. (congress) POST 555 MARBLEHEAD CARL SHOCK BERNARD CHECK 6. _____ Day, or the end of World War I, occurred on 2. Type of missile (scud) THOMAS KILBANE NED TANNER ROBERT DUNHAM the 11th6. month ____ on Day, the or11th the day end at of the World 11th Warhour. I, occurred3. onThis the Federal 11th month branch on of thegovernment 11th day evaluates at the laws RICHARD KRACER POST 637 MILLERSPORT POST 738 FAIRVIEW PARK (armistice)11th hour. (armistice) (judicial) 8. The _____ Corps is the smallest of the four military 4. Protects the head. Also known as the brain-bucket CHARLES HUFFER POST 557 WINTERSVILLE ROMAN KLIMKOWICZ branches.8. The(marine ____) Corps is the smallest of the four military(helmet branches.) (marine) JOHN HERSKO DONALD JEWELL POST 749 JEROMESVILLE 9. “to safeguard9. “to safeguard and transmit and totransmit posterity to theposterity the principles5. to conceal of ____, something freedom by and the democracy...”use of disguising GEORGE HUNT H RAYMOND SWEARINGEN REX CASSADY principles of(justice) _____ , freedom and democracy…” something into the natural environment (camouflage) POST 560 CAMPBELL PAUL WHETSTONE JAMES MARKLING (justice) 7. Firearm with a long barrel (rifle) WILLIAM PACAK POST 642 TOLEDO DAVID ZACHARIAS 10. Student10. Studentin training in fortraining a military for acommission military commission 11.(cadet)General _____ means go to battle stations POST 565 CANFIELD GERALD LESSENTIN POST 755 SARDINIA (cadet) 13. a portable cannon used to fi re bomb shells (mortar)(quarters) JAMES HUGHES POST 646 HOLLAND ARLIE KEYES 13. a portable cannon used to fire bomb shells 12. The American flag’s 13 alternating red and white POST 566 AKRON WILLARD MIDDAUGH GARY PATTON (mortar15.) The Legion ____ program was formed in 1925stripes during represent an South the Dakota 13 original Department _____. (statecolonies ) JOHN KEENER POST 650 DANVILLE POST 756 GRATIOT 15. The Legionconvention. _____ program (baseball) was formed in 1925 14. a person who holds a commission in the armed during an South Dakota Department state convention. forces (officer) GEORGE SMITH DONALD BUTTS CARL FISHER (baseball16.) a fortifi ed place, or position stationed with troops17. Radio (fort) signal system used to detect aircraft (radar) WALDO SOBER CHARLES DURBIN CLYDE SNIDER 16. a fortified18. Group place, of or naval position ships stationed under onewith commandtroops (fl eet) POST 571 MARIA STEIN LARRY SHRIMPLIN POST 757 CHILLICOTHE (fort) HAROLD KLEINHENZ POST 651 FREDERICKSBURG MARVIN RILEY 18. Group19. of The naval ____ ships War under was onea nearly command 20-year (fleet battle) (November 1, 1955–April 30, 1975) (vietnam) POST 572 PARMA JAMES EDWARDS POST 762 NEW LEBANON 19. The 20._____ Army War rank was above a nearly corporal, 20-year and battle below staff sergeant (sergeant) DIMITRY BAKAN KENNETH STEELE ARNOLD CLYBURN (November 1, 1955–April 30, 1975) (vietnam) WALTER KOENIG POST 656 WILLARD B. HOLMES POST 763 BEAVERCREEK 20. Army21. rank a set above of buildings corporal, used and below to house staff soldiers (barracks) JOSEPH MADRO RONALD BOULWARE JOSEPH BOEKE sergeant (sergeant) ROBERT PARIS CLINTON CARTER HERBERT MUELLER 21. a setDown of buildings used to house soldiers (barracks) CHARLES WIDOWSKI L DONALD POST 768 BEALLSVILLE 1. _____ can remove the president from offi ce in exceptional circumstances. (congress) POST 584 MARION SAMUEL FELTON LLOYD DAVIS GALEN SMITH STEPHANIE FOSTER LARRY JONES 2. Type of missile (scud) POST 586 TIPP CITY ROBERT JONES POST 771 HEATH 3. This Federal branch of government evaluates laws (judicial) WILLIAM CHRISTIE POST 659 BERLIN HEIGHTS ALBERT STOUT 4. Protects the head. Also known as the brain-bucket (helmet) DONALD HEFFNER GEORGE NEALEY POST 776 RIVERSIDE DANIEL MILLER TERRY PLUE JERRY COTTINGHAM 5. to conceal something by the use of disguising something into the natural environment MICHAEL SCINTO POST 660 SHERRODSVILLE TYRONE JONES (camoufl age) POST 587 TOLEDO MERVIN COTTER POST 797 GAHANNA 7. Firearm with a long barrel (rifl e) KENNETH GRING POST 663 NEWBURY MARIA COFFMON GERALD JARZYNSKI LOUIS SOPLATA WILLARD HARTMAN 11. General _____ means go to battle stations (quarters) NORMAN SATTLER POST 665 WEST MANCHESTER PHILIP WOOD 12. The American fl ag’s 13 alternating red and white stripes represent the 13 original NORMAN TAYLOR LLOYD HAPNER POST 800 ____. (colonies) POST 594 PEEBLES HAROLD SCHAAR LESLIE GATES 14. a person who holds a commission in the armed forces (offi cer) RICHARD CUNNINGHAM POST 667 EAST CANTON POST 888 DELAWARE WALLACE MCCLANAHAN J GENE ANTHONY ANTHONY AVERY 17. Radio signal system used to detect aircraft (radar) VICTOR VARIAN FRED BLACK PAGE 20 OHIO LEGION NEWS January | February | March 2021

The American Legion • Department of Ohio

To make reservations please call 216-524-8050 extension 298 and reference “The American Legion” 2021 DEPARTMENT CONVENTION The discounted group rate is $109.00/night + tax. th th The Department Convention Call will be mailed to JULY 9 - JULY 11 , 2021 each Post in April 2021. All Post Delegates and Alternates must be registered 15 days prior to Convention. Delegate and Alternate registration THE AMERICAN LEGION • DEPARTMENT OF OHIO deadline is June 24th! & For more information, contact Christie White at THE AMERICAN LEGION [email protected] or call (740) 362-7478. DEPARTMENT OF OHIO AUXILIARY You may also visit the website at https://www.ohiolegion.com/events/ e Holiday Inn • Cleveland South department-conferences-conventions/ 6001 Rockside Road *Members and non-members are welcome to attend Independence, OH 44131 the convention and any meetings offered* ** Call Headquarters if you experience diffi culties Deadline for Registration is June 7th when making hotel reservations.

2021 Convention Schedule 2021 CONVENTION**Tentative** SCHEDULE *TENTATIVE Thursday July 8th, 2021

HQ Office 8:00AM- 5:00PM Registration Set-up Charities Meeting 2:00PM- 4:00PM Convention Program Opportunity Judging Sub Committees 2:00PM- 3:00PM DEC 3:00PM- 5:00PM The American Legion Department of Ohio will be holding its Department Convention July 8, 2021 - July 11, 2021 DEC Banquet 7:00PM- 10:00PM at The Holiday Inn Cleveland South, 6001 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131. With an average of 500 American Legion Family in attendance, the purpose of Department Convention is to elect officers for the ensuing Friday July 9th, 2021 year and for transaction of other business that may occur. HQ Office 8:00AM- 6:00PM Name: ______Red Cross Blood Drive 9:00AM-5:00PM Address: ______Emblem Sales 9:00AM-6:00PM Registration 10:00AM- 6:00PM City, State, Zip: ______Americanism 12:00PM- 2:00PM Children & Youth 12:00PM- 2:00PM Phone Number: ______Email: ______Constitution and By-Law Amendments 12:00PM- 2:00PM Legislative 12:00PM- 2:00PM QTY DESCRIPTION DONATION TOTAL Permanent Organization 12:00PM- 2:00PM Resolutions 12:00PM- 2:00PM Rules & Order of Business 12:00PM- 2:00PM DONATION TOTAL VA&R 12:00PM- 2:00PM National Security 12:00PM- 2:00PM Emblem Sales 9:00AM-6:00PM 1. All ads are full color 1st District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM 2nd District Caucus 3:30PM- 4:30PM 2. Make Checks Payable to: "The American Legion Department of Ohio" and place in the memo 3rd District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM "Convention Program" 4th District Caucus 3:30PM- 4:30PM 3. 5th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM Credit Card Payment: 6th District Caucus 3:30PM- 4:30PM Credit Card Number: ______7th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM 8th District Caucus 3:30PM- 4:30PM Card Type: ______Exp Date:______CVV: ______9th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM Address City State Zip 10th District Caucus 3:30PM- 4:30PM 11th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM Signature: ______12th District Caucus 3:30PM- 4:30PM 4. Please E-Mail artwork in digital form to: Christie White at [email protected] (Subject: Convention 13th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM Program) 14th District Caucus 3:30PM- 4:30PM Credentials 6:00PM- 9:00PM 5. Please mail completed form and donation (check or credit card) to: Joint Opening Session- Legion and Auxiliary 6:00PM The American Legion Department of Ohio Saturday July 10th, 2021 Attn: Convention Program Donation 60 Big Run Road, Delaware, OH 43015 HQ Office Daily 740-362-7478 Vendors 8:00AM- 12:00PM Emblem Sales 8:00AM-1:00PM Registration 8:30AM- 30 minutes until close of session Department Convention General Session 8:30AM-11:30AM Program Advertisement Suggested Sizes/Donations Buckeye American Legion College 11:30AM- 2:30PM Credentials 12:30PM- 4:00PM Charities Gaming 2:00PM- 4:00PM Outside Back Cover $ 300.00 National Appointees Meeting 4:00PM- 5:00PM Inside Front Cover $ 200.00 Sunday July 11th, 2021 Inside Back Cover $ 200.00 Full Page $ 100.00 HQ Office Daily ½ Page $ 50.00 Vendors 8:30AM- 1:00PM Business Card Listing $ 30.00 Protestant Service 7:30AM- 8:30AM Catholic Service 7:30AM- 8:30AM Name Listing Only $ 20.00 Emblem Sales 8:30AM-1:00PM General Session 9:00AM- 1:00PM