NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 1

DECORATIVE DRAPES • BANNERETTES

Fast color, red, white and blue cotton bunting. American Legion or Auxiliary emblem in colors. SPECIFY. Suitable for all decoration needs both inside and outside.

Blue A. bunting Bannerette, 3x3 feet . No. 473 $3.85

Blue A. bunting Bannerette, 3x5 feet . . No. 474 5.25

B. Bannerette, 2x6 feet . . No. 475 2.50

B. Bannerette, 3x9 feet No. 476 4.40

C. Panel Drape, 2x6 feet No. 480 4.00

C. Panel Drape, 3x9 feet . No. 481 5.90

BUNTING

D. Pleated full fans. Three and five stripes with large stars.

3x6, each No. 7031 $ 5.75

4x8, each No. 7032 8.75

5 x 10, each No. 7033 13.50

E. Red, white and blue sewed stripe cotton drapery.

Reliance quality Premier quality

24-in. width, per yard . No. 7024 $1.00 24-in. width, per yard . No. 70242 $0.75

36-in. width, per yard . No. 70361 1.20 36-in. width, per yard No. 70362 .90

DISPLAY PENNANT STRINGS

F. Each string consists of 1 2 pennants in assortment of colors, strongly sewed in a folded canvas tape. Premier quality cotton.

Pennant size:

12x18 inches, per string No. 70334 $2.85

16x24 inches, per string No. 70335 3.00

20 x 30 inches, per string . No. 70336 4.10

24 x 36 inches, per string No. 70337 5.40

STREET DECORATION

The Blaw Unit is adaptable for all standard lighting poles, columns,

etc. with a diameter of 4 to 7V2 inches. Constructed of a bronze band with four brass sockets and an adjustable hinged clamp. Flag holders may be placed equal distances apart or grouped for various styles of decorations. Easily installed — quickly removed. Satisfaction in all kinds of weather.

Blaw unit only No. 7539 $13.50

Cotton 3 x 5-ft. flag on varnished 5-ft. pole with gilt ball. Each No. 7538 $2.75

Cotton 4 x 6-ft. flag on varnished 6-ft. pole with gilt ball. Each No. 7537 $3.50

BLAW UNIT F. O. B. NEW YORK CITY. ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE REQUIRE TWO WEEKS FOR DELIVERY

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Copyright .1 956 THE AMERICAN LEGION, Indianapolis, Indiana Sf

UNMOUNTED U. S

Guaranteed fast color, best quality. Equipped with canvas headings and metal grommets. Prices of additional sizes or qualities on request.

Size Defiance Cotton Nylanin*

2 x 3 feet $ 2.50 $ 5.50

3 x 5 feet 4.80 . ... 10.70 4 x 6 feet 6.90 15.15 5 x 8 feet 10.00 22.60 6x10 feet 13.50 32.70 8x12 feet 20.25 54.75 UNMOUNTED FLAGS

*Nylanin quality 75% nylon, 25% wool. Guaranteed to weai• longer.

GRAVE M A RKER FLAG s

U. S. Flags widely used for grave decorations, come in two qualities and two

sizes. All are mounted on a wood staff with gilded spear-head. Specify size and quality.

Heavy printed cotton 8x12 inches. Per gross (F. O. B. Indianapolis) No. 7740 $1 1.50 Per dozen delivered 1.50

Heavy printed cotton 12x18 inches. Per gross (F. O. B. Indianapolis) . No. 7741 22.50 Per dozen delivered 2.50 Printed rayon 8x12 inches. Per dozen delivered No. 7742 5.00 Printed rayon 12x18 inches. Per dozen delivered No. 7743 9.50

SOUVENIR BANQUET FLAGS

Printed rayon 4x6 inches, fringed. Complete with metal stands.

American Legion (No. 761 )

or Auxiliary (No. 361 ) Em-

blem. Each . $0.60

Lots of 50 or more. Each 50

United States Flags, (No.

762 ). Each 40

Lots of 50 or more. Each .35 MINIATURE FLAGS

Super Deluxe Silk Flags, 12x18 inches, fringed and mounted on 26 inch polished walnut poles and base. U. S. Flag has embroidered

stars and sewed stripes. American Legion flag double thickness with gold leaf emblem and lettering on both sides, for Post, Unit,

County, District or Department. Engraving plate on base. (Engraving 10c per letter or number.) Fiberoid carrying case. Three weeks for delivery No.71240 $42.50

DELUXE U. S. FLAG

8x12 inch printed rayon, fringed. Cord and tassel, metal eagle on plastic staff with gold-finish metal base No. 755 $4.75

U. S. FLAG

8x12 inch printed rayon, fringed and mounted on gilded staff with eagle and wood base No. 754 $2.40

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For Post, Unit, County, District and Department

All rayon taffeta and wool banners are double thickness with lettering on both sides except No. 71217 and No. 3517. These are

single thickness wool with the emblem and lettering on one side only. Wool banners are made with oil color painted emblem and

gold sateen appliqued lettering. Rayon taffeta banners furnished with emblem and lettering in pure gold leaf and embroidery.

Ra yon taffeta U. S. Flags are made with embroidered stars and sewed stripes. Wool U. S. Flags are made with sewed stars and sewed stripes.

All banners and U. S. Flags trimmed with 2-inch yellow bullion fringe, cord and tassels, jointed pole, 6-inch eagle, leather

carrying and rain cover. FLAG CASE AND STANDS EXTRA. (See Page 6.)

PRINT LETTERING INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID ERRORS. Flags and banners priced F. O. B. New York City. Remittance must accompany order. Three weeks for delivery.

AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY

A. Banners and U. S. Flags are 4Vi x 5Vi feet with 9-foot poles. B. Banners and U. S. Flags are 3x5 feet with 8-foot poles. Post, County, District or Department Banners Unit, County, District or Department Banners

Rayon taffeta, gold leaf banner No. 71200 $152.00 Rayon taffeta, gold leaf banner No. 3500 $118.00 Rayon taffeta, embroidered banner No. 71206 163.00 Rayon taffeta, embroidered banner No. 3506 128.00 Wool, double thickness banner No. 71211 68.00 Wool, double thickness banner No. 3511 61.00

Wool, single thickness banner, lettering 1 side . No. 71217 61.50 Wool, single thickness banner, lettering 1 side . No. 3517 51.50

C. United States Flags C. United States Flags Rayon taffeta No. 71201 64.00 Rayon taffeta No. 3501 47.50 Wool No. 71212 40.00 Wool No. 3512 33.00

For American Legion Posts composed EXCLUSIVELY of women Legionnaires, special size Post banners and U. S. Flags are available. Prices on application.

BANNERS AND FLAGS F. O. B. NEW YORK CITY. REMITTANCE MUST ACCOMPANY ORDER. THREE WEEKS FOR DELIVERY. FLAG ACCESSORI

AMERICAN LEGIOI4 AUXILIARY ITEM STOCK NUMBER PRICE STOCK NUMBER PRICE Cord and tassels 7540 $ 2.70 3540 $ 2.70 Oilcloth rain cover 7541 2.80 3541 2.80 Transparent rain cover 7542 2.80 3542 2.80 Leather carrying belt 7543 4.25 3543 4.25 Flag pole section (upper or lower) 7544 4.15 3544 3.70

Double brass screw joint 7545 3.00 3545 2.85 Eagle 7546 5.65 3546 5.65 Complete pole 7547 10.35 3547 9.35 Fringe, per yard 7549 .45 3549 .45 Aluminum pole with appropriate eagle 7553 20.25 3553 19.50

FLAG ACCESSOR E S ARE PAID. IMMEDIATE DELIVERY AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES MINIATURE FLAGS • OUTDOOR FLAGS • HOME FLAGS

ALL PURPOSE HOME FLAGS Each set consists of a best quality, long wearing U. S. Flag, mounted on a finished two-piece wooden pole with gold finished ball, halyards and holder for attaching to

window sill, porch rail, house siding, etc.

Rayon taffeta, 2Vi x 4-ft. flag; 6-ft. pole No. 71225 $8.60 Wool Bunting, 2'/2 x 4-ft. flag; 6-ft. pole No. 71224 9.35

(The following sets packed in strong metaledge storage box) Defiance quality cotton bunting with sewed stars and sewed stripes. 3 X 5-ft. flag; 6-ft. pole No. 71226 7.20 4 x 6-ft. flag; 8-ft. pole No. 71227 10.35

Reliance quality cotton with printed stars and sewed stripes. 3 x 5-ft. flag; 6-ft. pole No. 735 4.30 4 x 6-ft. flag; 8-ft. pole No. 736 6.10

Premier quality heavy flag cloth with printed stars and sewed stripes. 3 x 5-ft. flag; 6-ft. pole No. 78 3.85 4 X 6-ft. flag; 8-ft. pole No. 71 0 5.70 ALL PURPOSE HOME FLAGS PREPAID

MINIATURE SETS

A. Miniature Post or Unit Colors — DELUXE SET Printed rayon 8 x 12-inch

flags. Fringed and mounted on ebonized staffs with cord and tassels and miniature Mm sm metal eagles. Plastic base with polished metal American Legion (No. 7735) or Auxiliary (No. 3735) emblem $6.25

B. STATE FLAG SET Same as above except includes YOUR state flag. American Legion (No. 77353) or Auxiliary (No. 37353) $8.25

C. STANDARD SET Printed rayon 8 x 12-inch flags, fringed and mounted on ebonized staffs with gilded spearhead and wood holder. American Legion (No. 757) or Auxiliary (No. 357) flags are not lettered.

No. 757 or No. 357, set $2.50 American Legion Flag only No. 758 1.25 Auxiliary Flag only No. 358 1.25

U. S. Flag only Legion No. 759 or Auxiliary No. 359 1.00 Holder only Legion No. 756 or Auxiliary No. 356 .25

C. STATE FLAG SET Same as above except 4 x 6-inch flags including YOUR state flag. American Legion (No. 77352) or Auxiliary (No. 37352) $2.25

All Miniature sets prepaid. Immediate Delivery on all except State Flag sets which require three weeks.

LAWN SETS

Lawn sets are equipped with a 2'/2 x 4-foot flag, two-piece 1 0-foot white enameled pole, halyards and special lawn socket. Rayon Taffeta Flag Set No. 712301 $12.50 Defiance quality cotton 3 x 5-foot Flag with sewed stars and stripes. Set No. 712303 $10.95

U. S. STREET FLAG SETS LEGION STREET FLAG SETS

Each set furnished with a 3 x 5-ft. U. S. flag, 1 2-ft. pole, Each set furnished with a 3 x 5-ft. American Legion flag complete with ball at , halyard and sidewalk holder. with dyed emblem. 1 2-ft. pole, complete with ball at top, Fast color heavy sheeting U. S. flag with printed stars halyard and sidewalk holder. and sewed stripes. Complete set with: Fast color heavy sheeting. Complete set with: 2-piece wood pole No. 71231 $8.90 2-piece wood pole No. 71235 $10.75 2-piece polished steel pole No. 71233 $9.30 2-piece polished steel pole No. 71238 $11.60 U. S. Government quality cotton flag with printed stars and sewed stripes. Complete set with: U. S. Government quality cotton. Complete set with: 2-piece wood pole No. 71232 $11.40 2-piece wood pole No. 71237 $12.00 2-piece polished steel pole No. 71234 $12.00 2-piece polished steel pole No. 71239 $12.30

LAWN AND STREET FLAG SETS F.O.B. NEW YORK CITY. TWO WEEKS FOR DELIVERY.

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Sturdy fiber case for safe storage and " shipping. Durable hardware, substantial

straps, carrying handle, etc. Length 71

inches. Case holds both banner and U. S. Flag. Post or Unit

name and address reproduced on top (limit of three lines). American Legion (No. 7527) or Auxiliary (No. 3525) Case. Each $12.75

No C. O. D. Shipments. Remittance must accompany order. Three weeks for delivery. F. O. B. New York City

A. Black enamel finish. 1 Vi inch bore with thumb screws. Each. . .No. 7530 $ 5.80

] B. Patriot stand, 1 A inch bore. 1 2 inches across, 1 8 lbs. Gilt Finish Cast Iron No. 7533 $ 8.75 Polished Brass No. 7534 $16.50

Two weeks for delivery. F. O. B. New York City

Presenting of U. S. Flags to schools, public offices, scout troops, churches, etc. is an outstanding and worthwhile activity for Posts and Units. The following Flag sets are

particularly suited for this use. Each set is mounted on a polished hardwood staff with

gilt-finished stand and polished brass spear. Rayon Flags are fringed while the cotton bunting sets are unfringed.

Rayon Flag — 3 x 5-ft. Printed stars, sewed stripes on 8-ft. staff. Each No. 7577 $19.35 Six or more sets, each 17.50

Cotton Bunting Flag — 3 x 5-ft. staff. Each No. 75772 12.75 Six or more sets, each 11.50

Rayon Flag 2Vi x 4-ft. Printed stars and stripes on 6-ft. staff. Each No. 7576 14.75 Six or more sets, each 13.25

Cotton Bunting Flag 2Vi x 4-ft. on 6-ft. pole. Each No. 75762 10.50 Six or more sets, each 9.75

Rayon Flag — 2 x 3-ft. Printed stars and stripes on 5-ft. pole. Each No. 7575 8.50 Six or more sets, each 7.50

Cotton Bunting Flag — 2 x 3-ft. on 5-ft. staff. Each No. 75752 7.25 Six or more sets, each 6.75

F. O. B. New York City. Three weeks for delivery. 4

Let’s Be Right on Flag Etiquette — 20-page pamphlet. Questions and answers. Each No. 7672 .10 IT Per 100 5.75 Flag Code — Illustrates and describes the correct way to display the American Flag. Per 100 No. 7670 2.00 Per 1000 15.00 Flag Code Newspaper Mat— Each No. 7674 1.75

SALES 6 AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM Present and Past Officers’ Badges available in regulation (large) and miniature PA ST COMMAND E R sizes for elective Post, County, District and Department Officers. Appropriate titles for the following present or past elective officers: Commander; Vice Com- mander; Adjutant; Asst. Adjutant; Finance Officer; Treasurer; Judge Advocate;

Service Officer; Sgt. at Arms; Asst. Sgt. at Arms; Athletic Officer; Chaplain;

Historian; Executive Committee. Specify title, size and quality:

PAST OFFICERS’ BADGES

A. Regulation B. Miniature

Gold Plated No. 7825 $ 1.50 Gold Plated No. 7845 $ 1.25

1 0K Gold No.78255 21.50 1 OK Gold No. 78455 6.75

1 4K Gold No. 78256 30.50 1 4K Gold No.78456 10.25

Add 10% Federal Excise to all items on this page.

PRESENT OFFICERS’ BADGES

C. Regulation D. Miniature

Gold Plated No. 7830 $1.50 Gold Plated No. 7850 $1.25

Add 10% Federal Excise to all items on this page.

MEMBERS BADGES

Members Ceremonial Badges are identical to officers' badges except that the title bar is eliminated.

E. Regulation F. Miniature

Gold Plated No. 7835 $1.25 Gold Plated No.7856 $1.00

Add 10% Federal Excise tax to all items on this page.

YEAR BARS

Regulation and miniature size year bars for badges are available for the following years: 1957, 1956, 1955, 1954, and 1953. All other years are special order items and

$1 .00 should be added to the price of the desired bar with three weeks allowed for delivery.

H. Regulation G. Miniature

Gold Plated . . . No. 7860 $0.45 Gold Plated ...... No. 7865 $0.40

10K Gold ... No. 78605 2.50 10K Gold . . No. 78655 1.00

14K Gold No. 78606 3.60 1 4K Gold .. No. 78656 1.25 £" 1956 |

Add 10% Federal Excise tax to all items on this page. H

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BUTTON BACK

PROUDLY WEAR YOUR BUTTON - IT IS A BADGE OF DISTINCTION

7605 Membership buttons are available in two sizes. Silver centers for wounded veterans. Pin-back brooches with safety catches are furnished at regular prices. WEAR YOUR MEMBERSHIP BUTTON. For cost of diamond set buttons, see

bottom of page. "D” after number designates diamond set.

Gold Plated . . No. 7605 $0.35 Gold Plated No. 7600 $0.35 7600

1 0-K Gold No. 7605 2.45 1 0-K Gold . No. 7600 3.30 14-K Gold No. 7605 3.35 14-K Gold No. 7600 5.00

7600D CONTINUOUS MEMBERSHIP BUTTONS

Available for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 years' continuous membership. All orders

must be accompanied by Official Continuous Membership Card. This is a special

card awarded by your Department Headquarters. Cards will be returned promptly.

Gold Filled Button No. 7910 $1.00

1 0-K Gold Button No. 7910 3.10

1 4-K Gold Button No. 7910 4.30

CONTINUOUS MEMBERSHIP ATTACHMENTS FOR PAST OFFICER BUTTONS

Attachment only, 1 0-K Gold No. 7915 $1.80

Attachment only, 1 4-K Gold No. 7915 2.60

PAST OFFICER BUTTONS

Available for all elective Post, County, District and Department Officers. Pin-back with safety catches optional. 7900 1 0-K Gold No. 7900 $4.00 1 4-K Gold No. 7900 $5.35

(See Diamond Prices Below

PRESENT OFFICER BUTTONS 7900D Available for all elective Post, County, District and Department Officers. Pin-back with safety catches optional. Not to be worn after retirement from office.

Gold Filled No.7010 $1.35 14-KGold No.7010 $7.75

1 0-K Gold No .7010 5.50 7010

MUSIC INSIGNIA

For all members of musical groups.

Gold Plated No. 7615 $1.00 14-KGold No. 7615 $6.20 7615

1 0-K Gold No. 7615 4.25 (See Diamond Prices Below)

DIAMOND SET BUTTONS

All 1 0-K and 14-K buttons on this page can be furnished with full cut diamonds. ADD the following diamond and setting cost TO THE COST OF THE DESIRED BUTTON. 3 point $10.00 plus button 8 point $24.00 plus button 5 point 17.00 plus button 10 point 30.00 plus button ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL PRICES ON THIS PAGE. Prices subject to change without notice.

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Handsome, luxurious designs, latest patterns, EMBLEM RINGS best quality. SPECIFY RING SIZE, QUALITY AND STOCK NUMBER TO AVOID ERROR

SAVINGS UP TO $12.00

A. 79752— 1 OK rose gold. B. 79754— Massive mili- C. 79751 — Green gold Massive top and shank. tary design. Available in military ring with black Emblem set on black onyx. two qualities, both with onyx stone. Hand carved

1 OK gold emblem. side eagles. $17.95 incl. tax

1 OK Gold $18.95 10K Gold $19.95 incl. tax incl. tax Sterling Silver $7.95 14K Gold $26.95 incl. tax incl. tax

DIAMOND SET RINGS

Any of the rings on this page can be fur-

nished with a full cut diamond. To the cost of the desired ring, ADD the following dia- mond cost:

3 point $10.00 5 point 17.00 8 point 24.00

1 0 point 30.00

Massive weight and design, hand- 1 OK Past Commander’s ring. Ring is New 1 OK yellow gold; white gold carved eagles. Available for all of newest pattern. Heavy weight. inlay design on shank. Black onyx Past Officers. No. 7975P Best quality No. setting No. Sterling silver $ 7.95 7981 $23.00 791 46 $19.75 1 OK Yellow gold 25.00 (This ring suitable for two diamonds ) 14K Yellow gold 33.95

1 OK natural gold Hand-carved 1 OK natural gold. Design on side in Plain polished 1 OK yellow gold Black onyx top, set in 1 OK polished eagles on sides. hard enamel. Black onyx top. Smart, ring with black onyx top. yellow gold mounting with single No. 7975-15 $14.50 exclusive. . .No. 7975-1 $19.50 No. 72881 $13.75 ribbed design. No. 77657 $11.95

Bright polished 1 yellow gold Satin finish 1 OK OK yellow gold ring. Top of ring is onyx, blue spinelle or Massive 1 OK yellow gold. Black ring with contrasting satin finish Black sig- onyx set off by plain shanks. synthetic ruby 1 OK gold. Specify onyx high-lighted by studded shank net top No. 79172 $17.00 No. 79400 $19.75 choice No. 7980 $25.00 design No. 79186 $19.50

Add 10% Federal Excise Tax to all items on this page (except special offer rings). Prices subject to change without notice.

AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES 9 Created for Posts and Units that confer LIFE MEMBERSHIPS on their outstanding members. De- sign follows detail of standard membership card, and should be dated and presented at the time

the LIFE MEMBERSHIP is con- ferred.

Sterling Silver, with 1 OK gold emblem. No. 712502 $ 20.00

1 OK gold with 1 OK gold emblem. No. 712505 $46.50

ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ABOVE PRICES. PRICES FOR CARD ONLY. THESE DO NOT INCLUDE ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES.

Prices include all engraving plus a chamois carrying case. Three weeks required for delivery. No C. O. D. shipment.

THE FOLLOWING ENGRAVING INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE FRINTED OR TYPED:

1. Name of individual. 2. Full name and number of Post.

3. City and state location. 4. Desired date on card.

5. ACTUAL SIGNATURES OF COMMANDER AND ADJUTANT HAMILTON TYRONE (preferably in India ink).

Advanced styling 1 OK yellow goldfilled case with stainless steel back. EMBLEM 1 8K gold numerals and

markers . . . $ 67.50

HAMILTON JENNY 17 jewels. Natural gold-filled LONGINES-WITTNAUER case. Gold numerals on PACEMAKER 17 jew- silver dial. Also available els. Modern gold filled, with white gold-filled case steel back case with with rhodium plated 1 8K matching expansion gold numerals, markers

bracelet. . . $ 39.75 and dots. Expansion band. $ 57.75

ELGIN LAWSON 17 ELGIN MARLENE 17 jewels. DuraPower Main- jewels. DuraPower Main- spring. 10K natural rolled spring. 1 OK natural rolled gold plate, steel back gold plate, steel back case. High curved crystal. case. High curved crystal. $ 39.75 Also available in white gold filled, steel back case. Expansion band. $ 39.75 LONGINES-WITTNAUER ENSIGN Stainless Steel, LONGINES-WITTNAUER 17 jewel AUTOMATIC PRINCESS ROYAL styled with a modern flair. Smartly tailored in hand Waterproof, shockproof. finished 14K yellow or Luminous hands and dots. white gold case. 17 jew- Fine leather strap. els. Matching expansion $ 59.50 band $ 63.50

WATCH PRICES INCLUDE FEDERAL EXCISE TAX. (For prices of only, see page 14)

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SMOKING-GAME-DESK ACCESSORIES

ZIPPO WINDPROOF EVANS LIGHTER Emblem in- RONSON WINDLITE in LIGHTER Satin chrome fin- laid colors on polished LIGHTER Lights in a gale. golden metal finish. (American Lifetime fiberglas wick. More ish. Lifetime guarantee. Legion emblem only.) lights per fueling. No. 7962 $4.00 No. 7965 $4.00 No. 7961 $4.25

PAPER WEIGHT American Legion emblem only repro-

duced in solid bronze, finished

with highlighted lettering for

two-tone effect. Diameter 3 Vi

inches . No. 7065 $1.50

MATCHES ASH TRAYS

Book matches. Solid blue cover. Sparkling clear crystal ash trays. Emblem fused in blue into Emblem reproduced in colors on glass for permanency. (American Legion emblem only.) front with special imprint on back cover at no additional cost. Im- Paragon shaped ash tray, 8 inches wide, 1 Vi inches deep. print on inside of cover at $ 2.25 additional per case. Available in No. 727288 $2.00 one style only. Minimum order one case (2,500 books). One to three Paragon shaped ash tray, 5 inches wide, 1 !4 inches deep. cases, F. O. B. Chicago. Four or Set of 4 No. 727285 $1.25 more cases prepaid. Remittance MUST ACCOMPANY ORDER. Square ash tray, 3 Vi inches wide, % inches deep. Minimum Three weeks for delivery. Price order one dozen. Per dozen No. 727283 $1.75 per case including tax.

No. 71260 $ 18.50 Per gross $17.50

PLAYING CARDS POKER CHIPS

Virtually unbreakable, acid

resistant, interlocking plastic chips. White, blue, yellow and

red. Minimum quantity 1 00. Specify color.

With emblem on top only. Per 100 No. 710650 $4.45

With Post number imprinted on Double Deck with Canasta rack No. 7696 $1.90 reverse side and emblem on Double Deck No. 7698 1.75 top. Three weeks for delivery. Single Deck No. 7697 1 .00

Canasta rack only No. 7472 .25 Per 100 No. 7 1 065 $6.75

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DESK SETS Featuring black and gold marble or white onyx bases. Bail-point pen. Specify color base. Bases furnished with engraving plates, and can be engraved at 10c per letter (not word).

CLOCK AND PEN SET Gold plated, seven jewel alarm clock with radium dial and swivel body. No. 72310 $17.50

CALENDAR AND DOUBLE PEN SET Gold-plated perpetual roll calendar No. 7301 $10.95

CALENDAR AND PEN SET (Not illustrated.) Same as No. 7301 except with only one pen. No. 73010 $8.25

NORMA MULTIKOLOR PENCIL Chrome-finish. Fingertip con- trol switches to red, green, black, blue lead with speed. No. 7952 $5.00

NORMA PEN-PENCIL COMBINATION Three color pencils and a bail-point pen — all in one chrome finish writing instru- ment No. 7953 $5.95

SHEAFFER "FINELINE” DESK SET "Safeguard" SHEAFFER "FINELINE" PENCIL Pearl and blue barrel. Ameri- ink reservoir holds full can Legion emblem only. Uses 3-inch thin lead. bottle. Will not spill if No. 7951 $1.75 overturned. Black only. No. 7555 $5.00

PARKER JOTTER BALL PEN Longer — smoother writing. Ro-

tating ball-seat prevents wear and leaking. Black, rust, green, grey No.70275 $2.95

PARKER 51 PEN AND LL PENCIL SET Famed "51 ” pen com- bined with the new Liquid Lead pencil with the point that never breaks— writes a clean, erasable line. Black, grey, green, burgundy and teal blue.

Set Standard No. 7958 $ 1 7.50 1 with “5 " pen only No. 7957 12.50 SHEAFFER "FINELINE” BALL PEN Black gold-tone . Liquid Lead pencil only No. 7956 5.00 Starts instantly — never skips — writes longer. No. 7500 $1.95

PARKER "21” LL SPECIAL New value packed writing com- SHEAFFER "FINELINE" PEN AND PENCIL SET Inexpensive bination. Pen has -on metal cap. Pencil is sensational liquid matched set for effortless writing at a reasonable cost. American lead with the point that cannot break. Black, blue, green and red. Legion Emblem only. Black only. Set No.7949 $8.95 Set No. 73751 $3.95 "21" pen only No. 7946 5.00 Pen only No. 73752 2.25 Liquid Lead pencil only No. 7947 3.95 Pencil only No. 73753 1 .75

12 AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES SMART NEW IN MEN’S GIFTS

CUFF LINKS Massive plain SHORTY SWANK TIE BAR SWANK TIE CHAIN Simplic- links by Swank. Matches either Smart on any tie. Gold plated ity in the modern manner. tie bar or tie chain at left. (No. 70322) or Silver finish Gold-plated (No. 70321) or Gold plated (No. 70531) or (No. 7032 3). Silver finish (No. 70320). Silver finish (No. 70530). Each $1 .75 Each $2.00 Per set $3.25

MATCHED SET With short tie bar, cuff links and buckle

for popular 1 inch belt. (See ADJUSTABLE TIE CHAIN belt prices below.) Available Newest in men's jewelry by in either gold plate (No. TIE CHAIN With adjustable

Swank. Chain slides to fit any 76055) or Silver finish (No. top bar to fit any tie. Attrac- size tie. Gold-plate. 76054). tive gold-plate by Anson. No. 70521 $2.75 Per set $6.50 No. 73778 $1.50

BUCKLE Slide buckles for one inch belt. Gold-plate. No. 7J008 $3.00 Sterling. No.71009 $5.00

Buckles con be engraved with Polished yellow gold finish set Officer’s Title. $1.00 additional. off by attractive black panel " BELT Cowhide 1 belts. design. New style shorty tie Brown or Black. Specify size bar. Set by Anson. and color. No. 71011 $1.50 No. 732 1 7 $5.00 AUTO Blended plaid design of 100% wool. Moisture repellent zipper car- rying case of scuff-proof plas-

tic.

Size 60 "x 50" with American Legion (No. 71 105) or Auxil- iary (No. 31105) emblem on

case. Each . . . . $11.35 TIE BAR AND CUFF LINK SET Size 36" 50 "x with American by Anson. Silver finish with en- Legion (No. 7812) or Auxil- CURRENCY CLIP By Anson. graved scroll design. New iary (No. 387 2) emblem on Gold plated, good weight. style shorty tie bar. case. Each $7.55 No. 73003 $2.00 No. 73303 $5.00

ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE EXCEPT NO. 71011 BELTS AND AUTO ROBES.

AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES 13 PHOTO-IDENTIFICATION BRACELET Massive ex- IDENTIFICATION BRACELET Slim in appearance, pansion type. Stainless steel back with sterling silver Expansion bracelet. Sterling silver plaque with stain- cover No. 72421 $6.00* less steel back No. 7412 $5.25*

IDENTIFICATION BRACELET Popular chain type. Nickel silver and polished chrome. No. 76052 $2.50*

*ALL IDENTIFICATION BRACELETS PRICED TO INCLUDE 3 LINES OF ENGRAVING. REMITTANCE MUST ACCOMPANY ORDER.

EXPANSION WATCH BAND Gold-filled, with stainless steel back. Natural or white gold. State widths of ends desired No. 7275 $5.00

. , . II '*-C' :Q iC-W iiL . ML S'

WOMEN’S EXPANSION WATCH BAND By Speidel. Gold filled in natural or white gold.. . No. 3275 $8.13

ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ABOVE ITEMS

KAMP-KIT Stainless steel set in plas-

tic carrying case. Compact pocket GENERAL UTILITY KNIFE 3 % inches

LETTER OPENER Small extra knife size, can be disassembled in a jiffy. long. Black stagged handle. 4 blades

blade in pearl handle. Excellent for camping, picnics, outings, (spear, can opener, screw driver, cap-

No. 733 $2.00 etc. Per set No. 73 $1.75 lifter and punch) . . No. 7414 $2.50

FISHING BA- ROMETER A useful gift for the fisherman. Indi- cates weather conditions and trends related to POCKET TOOL KIT Pearl handled knife fishing. Light with convenient emergency tool attach- weight, sturdy SENATOR PEN KNIFE 3'/8 inches ments: screw driver, file, chisel, punch, can construction. 3% long. Simulated pearl handle. Two mir- and bottle opener. Tools easily attached to inches diameter in carrying case. No. ror polished blades (spear and pen). knife handle. Packed in plastic case. 7225 $7.50 No. 773 $2.00 No. 72121 $1.95

14 AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES NOVELTIES GIFTS FOR MEN

A. POCKET PROTECTOR Complete with memo pad and two retractable ball point pens with gold-tone (one blue ink — one red ink). Standard size refill. Each with emblem only No. 76726 $1.00

Special imprinting on pocket protector with minimum order of 100. Per 100 . $65.00

B. THIN KNIFE Pen knife with 2 blades. Non-breakable pearl handle. With American Legion emblem only No. 750 $1.25

Special imprinting on same side as emblem in blue with minimum order of 100 (limit of

two lines). Per 100 $95.00

C. PERPETUAL CALENDAR KEY HOLDER Blue tips with white barrel, which opens with room for license. No. 715 with American Legion Emblem only, each $0.35 Special imprinting with minimum order of 100. Per 100 $21.00

D. NEW THIN BALL POINT PEN Black with gold-tone barrel. Standard size refill. American

Legion (No. 75728) or Auxiliary (No. 35728 ) emblem only, each $0.50 Special imprinting on minimum order of 100. Per 100 $32.00

E. RETRACTABLE BALL POINT PEN Black barrel, gold-tone cap and clip. Standard size refill. With emblem only, each No. 75729 $0.50

Special imprint up to three lines PLUS American Legion or Auxiliary emblem. Minimum

order 1 00. Per 1 00 $30.00

F. LUSTRA PEARL PENCIL Single pencils with American Legion (No. 75727) or Auxiliary (No. 35727) emblem only in blue $0.75

Special imprinting of emblem and three lines with minimum of 1 1 order 00. Per 00 . $57.50

G. PEARL PENCIL Blue and pearl barrel trimmed in gold-plate. American Legion (No. 7520) or Auxiliary (No. 3520) emblem only, each $0.75 Special imprinting with order of 100. Per 100 $65.00

H. RETRACTABLE BALL POINT PEN AND PENCIL SET Black with gold-tone cap. Standard size refill. Set, each with emblem only No. 740064 $1.50 Special imprinting with minimum of 25 sets. Price per 25 sets $31.50

J. CAR-MAC KEY CHAIN Keys on larger chain separate from keys on smaller chain quick as a flash. Uncouples and couples with fingertip . Convenience everyone wants. Prevent theft of important keys when car parked and necessary for ignition key to remain in car. Gold finish No. 7151 $0.75

ADDRESS AND MEMORAN- DUM BOOKS With gold im- printed emblem and special copy on outside front cover. Blue, red, green, gold, silver or assorted colors.

SPECIAL IMPRINTING INFOR- Delivered Prices MATION Imprint in addition to in Lots of No. 7701-L No. 7701 emblem may include Post or Unit ") !4 name, number, location, etc. Three (3 'A" x 2’/s ") (4% " x 2 Vi (3 " x 2'A") weeks for delivery. PRICES COM- 1,000 1 0’/ic each 1 3c each 8c each PLETE AND INCLUDE IMPRINTING 500 1 2 '/2 c each 1 4'/2C each 9'/2C each OF EMBLEM AND SPECIAL COPY. 250 1 5'/2C each 1 6c each 1 2c each Imprinted items not shipped C.O.D. Remittance must accompany order. MINIMUM ORDER—250

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TELE-JOUR TELECHRON CALENDAR CLOCK.

Tells time, day and date automatically. Brushed brass

collar encircles white dial set in black case. Dependable alarm. Height 5% inches; width 5% inches. No. 7829 $14.95

PHINNEY-WALKER DATE CLOCK.

It’s a calendar— it's an alarm — it’s a clock — all in one. Gilt case s 3 4% x 4 /s x 4 /s inches high. Luminous figures and hands, with 30 hour movement and alarm. Easy to change day and month

units. A “natural" for the office or home. . No. 7033 $14.95

TELECHOICE CLOCK BY CORSAIR WEATHER TELECHRON. “HOME BUREAU.” Versatile — hangs on wall, stands on shelf, table or desk. Shows weather trends, tem- Color styled in White, Red or perature and humidity. Base, Yellow with chrome ornamen- case and spokes brass finished. tations for kitchen, bath or den. Height 5Ya inches; 9Vi inches 4% inches high; 8 inches wide. wide; 2!4 inches deep. No. 7247 $5.98 No. 7507 $20.00 Specify color desired.

DECOR ELECTRIC ALARM I ALUMINUM WALL CLOCK. BY TELECHRON.

With 1 5 inch substantial plas- Luminous dial easily read by tic dial. Permanent fired-in 9 day or night. Brown face con- inch emblem, drop-cord switch. trasts with beige case 3% Dependable timepiece. Deliv- inches high, 6 inches wide. In- ered ... No. 711 00 $13.50 sistent alarm. No. 7215 $7.98

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BOOK ENDS.

DESK AND TRAVEL ALARM. Polished satin finish and dull bronze for two tone effect. Gilt trimmed case covered in Heavy-weight, 4 Vi x 4'/2 blue, tan or maroon. Luminous inches. figures and hands. Size 3% x American Legion (No. 743) or 3 3% x 1 /a inches. Auxiliary (No. 343). Each No. $6.95 727 Each $10.50 Specify color desired. Engraving on base per letter (not word) 10

ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE EXCEPT NO. 71100 ARE AVAILABLE WITH AMERICAN LEGION OR AUXILIARY EMBLEM. SPECIFY.

ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE EXCEPT NO. 7507 CORSAIR AND NO. 743 BOOK ENDS.

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1 SEALS-AUTO EMBLEMS-DECALS

GOLD FOIL SEALS (Not Illustrated)

Legion or Auxiliary emblem reproduced in true colors.

320 3/4-inch Auxiliary Emblem; 7710— Legion Em- blem (specify). 100 to package $0.55

321 — 1 !4-inch Auxiliary Emblem; 771 1 — Legion Em- blem (specify). 50 to package $0.30 7712 Legion Em- 322 — 2 Vi-inch Auxiliary Emblem; — DECALS blem (specify). 50 to package $0.35 All decals are double-duty type and can be applied front or back to transparent or solid surfaces.

7700— 1 !4-inch Legion; 314— 1 14 -inch Auxiliary. -t a\n! THE AMERICAN Each $0.02 'r'LEGION Per 100 1.50

7701 3-inch Legion; 315 — 3-inch Auxiliary. Each 0.05 Per 100 3.00

7702 6-inch Legion; 316— 6-inch Auxiliary.

Each ...... 0. 1 BUMPER STRIPS Per 50 .. 6.00 Attractive fluorescent strips that reflect both daylight 7703 — 9-inch Legion. Each 0.25 and artificial light at night. Sure fire membership Per 50 10.00 selling aid. 74106—2 x 8 inches $0.04 7705 12-inch Legion. Each 1.00

74107— 3 x 1 4/2 inches 15 7706 18-inch Legion. Each 2.25

74108 — (Same as 74106 except adhesive on front 7707 24-inch Legion. 4.00

for attaching inside windows). Each . $0.04 Minimum Order 25 Strips Service Officer Decal

7708 — 18 x 8", “The American Legion — Service Officer" Decal (not illus.) Each $2.00

Brilliant, night-time reflector. Adhesive on back for easy application to any surface. Reflects in full colors day or night. Withstands hard usage. 3-inch size only. Each No. 7656 $0.25 7655 7657 AUTO EMBLEMS

Solid bronze, copper finish, hard enameled 3-inch Legion emblem. No complicated attachments. Imme- diate delivery. Each No. 7655 $1.00

7654 Emblem reproduced with Post number and location.

in Simple attachments. At night AUTO PLATES 414 inches diameter. reflects in brilliant colors. Two weeks delivery. Prestige winning front auto plate. Heavy gauge steel

Minimum order 6 units. . No. 7657 . with baked-on enamel, assuring long life. Available in blue background with yellow emblem and lettering. 6 to 1 1 units, each $2.50 Each No. 7654 $1.00 12 to 23 units, each 2.00 Same as No. 7654 with additional lettering “Post” 24 to 47 units, each 1.75 and number. MINIMUM OF 50 PLATES. Three weeks for delivery. Each No. 7653 $1.25 48 or more units 1.50

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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BRIEF CASES • PASS CASES • TRAVEL KITS

REXBILT 16-inch three- REXBILT FILEPAK A large pocketed brief case. Finest smooth split cowhide. Steel re- 18-inch case, containing a inforcement, post handle, nesting underarm indexed file brass lock and heavy saddle case, which may be used sep- stitching. Ginger (No. 76401 1) arately. Cowhide with heavy or Suntan. saddle stitching. Brass locks, No. 764012 $15.00 post handle, full leather center REXBILT 18-inch briefcase. divider. Ginger (No. 71 49) or Same as above except 18 Suntan. . . No. 7 1 48 $55.00 inch. Ginger (No. 764021) or Suntan. No. 764022 $ 1 6.75

V PORTFOLIO Shark-grained UNDERARM PORTFOLIO cowhide. 16-inch. Full zipper Shark-grain cowhide. Brown and disappearing leather han- only. Zipper on three sides for

dies. Two gusseted pockets on full opening. Fancy fabric lin- each side. ing with gusseted pocket. No. 742620 $16.75 No. 737820 $10.85 l _ j

PASS CASE Internationally famous “Tum- bling Thomas,” 8-ply vinyl pass ECONOMY PORTFOLIO

case. Holds 17 cards or pic- Vinyl plastic in blue. Novel, tures face up for immediate new. All plastic zipper closure. viewing. Side pockets for Made for durability and con- money and business cards. venience ata reasonable price. Gold foil for reproducing YOUR signature on case. Size 11x14 Letter size

Each . ... No. 73908 $1.00 Each No. 700 $1.20

1 2 to 99 cases, each $0.80 Size 12x16 Letter Size

1 00 or more cases, Each No. 7100 $1.50 Each $0.74*

*100 or more specially imprinted free. Less than 100, add $2.50 —

TRAVEL KITS

A. MIDGIKST Small ginger fitted travel kit of cowhide. Complete with wash cloth, Gillette razor, blades, comb, nail-file, tooth brush, paste, shaving cream. For a gift or a spare No. 7840 $3.10

B. AUTOMATIC TRAVEL KIT By Amity. Durable “Tolex” in Ginger. Zippered auto- matic spring top cover. Pops open for easy access — collapses to height of contents. 3 Washable plastic lining. Approximately 9 x 5 A x 3!A inches. . No. 79019 $5.95 Travel Kit. Same as above except in Suntan smooth top grain cowhide. No. 79015 $7.95

YOUR NAME OR INITIALS STAMPED IN GOLD FREE ON ANY LEATHER ITEMS ON THIS PAGE IF REMITTANCE ACCOMPANIES ORDER.

ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE

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DIRECTOR BILLFOLDS IDENTIFIER BILLFOLDS

by Amity feature lifetime registration in case of loss, ample by Amity feature four-wing "Replace-a-Pass" feature for

room for cards and photos, secret currency pocket, holders cards and photos, lifetime registration in case of loss,

for two spare keys and sliding stays to keep thin and pre- holders for spare keys; secret currency pocket and polished vent buckling. golden metal tab.

Director in Black Iceland-grained Sealskin (No. 7624) or Identifier in black imported Morocco (No. 7518) or im- Smooth Brown Calfskin No. 7670 $8.00 ported Tan Pigskin No. 7519 $6.00

Director of Luxurious Smooth Cowhide in black (No. 7665) Identifier in Hickory tan smooth Cowhide (No. 751 0) or Ma-

or Brown No. 7627 $5.00 hogany watermarked Buffalo Calfskin. . No. 7522 $4.00

DIPLOMAT BILLFOLD KEY KADDIES

Zipper Key Kaddy by Amity. Smooth Cowhide with removable 6-hook assembly and license pocket. Saddle Tan (No. 76605) or Mahogany No. 76604 $2.00

Button Key Kaddy by Amity.

by Amity features four wing “Replace-a-Pass" for cards and Smooth Cowhide with metal snap photos, secret currency pocket among other extras. closure. Removable 6-hook assem- bly. Saddle Tan (No. 76608) or Diplomat in black smooth Buffalo Calfskin (No. 7444) or Mahogany ... No. 76609 $2.00 Smooth Tan Cowhide No. 7445 $3.00

POCKET SECRETARIES

A. “Ivy League” Pocket Secretary by Amity. Saddle Tan

smooth Cowhide. Memo pad for active notes. Bill compart-

ment. Polished golden metal fine lead pencil. All leather lined No. 71868 $5.00

B. Alligator-finished vinyl. Retractable ball-point pen and

memo pad. Bill compartment. Each No. 7232 $1.00

or 50 more with your choice of lettering, . each . $0.80

A B

YOUR NAME OR INITIALS STAMPED IN GOLD FREE TO ANY LEATHER ITEM ON THIS PAGE IF REMITTANCE ACCOMPANIES ORDER. ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE.

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POST AND UNIT SUPPLIES

A. OFFICER’S WARRANT OF MERIT, 16x12 inches. Enduring evidence of official election to American Legion office. Stars indicate Post, County, District, Department or National Officers. Individual's name, office held, date, etc., to be filled in by your local penman. Warrants furnished with facsimile of National Commander's signature No. 7695 $1.00

B. CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC RECOGNITION with “The American's Creed" printed in blue with American Legion emblem in colors. For presentation in recognition of the attainment of majority and Citizenship Day. Includes pocket size replica. No. 7687, each 12c; per hundred $9.50

C. CITATION CARDS. Blank citations to be lettered locally for special presentations. Two-color

embossed American Legion emblem in top center of card 8 Va x 1 0 Vi inches. Available with gold stripe border No. 71511 or plain border No. 71510. Each $0.10

D. SPECIAL CITATION CARDS. Artistic lettering and decoration. “The American Legion" lettered in blue above a one-inch three-color embossed emblem. Size 11x14 inches of 100% rag bristol stock. Each No.71512 $0.25

E. CITATION FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE, 814 x 1 0 7i inches. Spaces to be lettered locally with space for signature of Post Commander and Adjutant. Suitable for any award for outstanding service. Each No. 7696 $0.15 ITEMS NOT ILLUSTRATED Resolution for Post Everlasting. Engraved blue and gold border 9x12 inches with embossed emblem. Suitable resolution to be signed by Post Commander and Adjutant and presented to next of kin of deceased members. Each No. 71513 $0.25

1 National Constitution and By-Laws of The American Legion 5c per copy; per 00 . . . .$4.00

Brief History of The American Legion with 24 pages of pertinent facts. Each . No. 71071 $0.10

Post Handbook. Practical guide for the operation of your Post listing duties of major officers and committees. Each No. 7673 $0.20

Know Your America. Suggested study course in Americanism in a 64-page pamphlet. No. 7671 $0.20

Grace Cards with Catholic, Jewish and Protestant graces on a 2% x 4!4 inch card which folds into tent shape. Use on tables, in public restaurants, and as banquet place cards, No. 7734, per 100, $1.00; per 1,000 $9.00 Imprinted with Post Number and Location with Minimum Order of 1,000 at $1.50 per 1.000.

Traveler’s Prayer Cards printed in two colors 2Vi x 4 inches. Suitable for all faiths. Suited for presentation to guests at local hotels, filling stations, and all other places visited by travelers. Per 1,000 No. 7736 $6.50

American Legion Preamble Record 78 R. P. M. recording by Morton Downey and the West Point Chapel Choir. Reverse side has the Star Spangled Banner No. 76001 $1.50 Vocal arrangement of sheet music No. 76002 $0.60

Declaration of Independence and The Constitution of the United States in 36 page, 3x6 inch

booklet. 1 to 99 copies No. 7663 $0.05 100 to 999 copies $0.04 1,000 or more, per 1,000 $37.50

Join The Legion Stickers for automobile, store windows, etc. Per 100 No. 72016 $1.25

Join The Legion Placards on cardboard lO'/i x 14 inches. 25 to 49, each. .No. 72018 $0.06 50 or more, each $0.04

Join The Legion Posters on light weight paper 10 Vi x 14 inches. (Minimum order 25 posters).

25 to 49, each No. 720 ? 7 $0.05 50 or more, each No. 720 1 $0.03

Meeting Notice Cards. Printed from basic type, containing Post name, purpose of meeting (regu- lar, special, funeral, initiation, social, etc.), time and date. Sample will be submitted upon applica-

tion. Cards are printed from basic pattern. Any variation of copy is charged accordingly. Can be printed on blank postcard stock or on U. S. Government Postcards. Specify Post Name, Number and Location. 500 cards on plain stock $14.25 1,000 cards on U. S. Govt. Postcards. $35.00

500 cards on U. S. Govt. Postcards. . . . 22.50 2,000 cards on plain stock. 27.40

1,000 cards on plain stock 19.50 2,000 cards on U. S. Govt. Postcards. . 59.50

The above cards are available for Auxiliary with appropriate lettering.

c AMERICAN LEGION READER Not illustrated. A 51 2 page cloth bound book of stories, cartoons and features selected from The American Legion Magazine $4.95

. Prices Subject to Change Without Notice.

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Present and Past Officer Cap Insignias are available for all elective Post, County, District, Department and National titles listed as follows: Commander Judge Advocate Vice Commander Service Officer Adjutant Historian Assistant Adjutant Sergeant at Arms (except National) Finance Officer Assistant Sergeant at Arms (except National) Treasurer Athletic Officer Chaplain Executive Committee

SPECIAL EMBROIDERING Strips of cloth suitable for a ppliqueing to caps, , etc. can be embroidered. Per letter or number (not word) $0.13

Beautifully executed in silk embroidered and genuine Popular new style insignia for past officers. Size 1 Vs x 3!4 gold-plated bullion. 2 Vs x 2 Vs inches. Available for titles inches. Available for titles listed above. No. 7765 $1.00 listed above No. 7760 $2.50

EMBROIDERED EMBLEMS Silk Embroidered emblems. Style No. 7634 is mounted on WHITE background — others on BLUE background. NO DISCOUNTS FOR QUANTITIES. — PRESENT OFFICERS’ CAP INSIGNIA Rectangular Pres- No. 7634 1 Vi -inch emblem $0.12 ent Officers' embroidered Cap Insignia, 3 x 1 Vs inches. No. 7633— 1 !4 -inch emblem 12 No. 7631 — 2-inch emblem .25 Available for all titles listed above No. 7770 $0.75 No. 7630— 4-inch emblem 1.00 No. 7632— 6-inch emblem 2.15

JUNIOR BASEBALL EMBLEMS DIVISIONAL AND SERVICE ARM BANDS INSIGNIA Essential Equipment for all Junior Baseball In demand on Memorial Day or other pa- Official Divisional and Service Branch in- Teams. Silk-embroidered 3 Va x 4!4 inches triotic holidays. Navy blue with American signia for most World War I and II Divi-

with 3-inch . . emblem No. 7635 $0.60 Legion (No. 76300 ) or Auxiliary (No. sions and services. Silk-embroidered, cap (See page 22 for Special Junior size 2 to 2 Vi inches in diameter. 3 6300) emblem woven in proper colors. Baseball "T” ) Elastic band holds securely in place. No. 77751 Army; No. 77752 Navy; No. $1.00 Junior Rifle Club Emblem (not illustrated). 77753 Marines; No. 77754 Coast Guard; (Arm Bands include the words “Post" or Same size and appearance as No. 7635 No. 77755 Sea Bees; No. 77756 Air Force “Unit" and numerals. Additional lettering except lettered “Junior Rifle Club." No. $0.25 13c each letter or numeral.) TWO 7637 $0.75 No. 77758 — Divisional Insignia (not illus- WEEKS FOR DELIVERY. trated). Specify Division number. . $0.15

MUSIC INSIGNIA (not illustrated). Cap or

uniform size 2 V* inches . . . $0.40

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SPORT AND ATHLETIC APPAREL

A. AMERICAN LEGION, SOFT-COTTON “T” SHIRTS With fast color blue, nylon-reinforced neck and sleeve trim. Sizes: small, medium, large and extra- large. Each No. 7790 $1.25 Per dozen $12.50

B. Same as above except with white sleeve and neck trim. Each No .7785 $1.00 Per dozen $11.00

C. JUVENILE “T” SHIRTS Best quality white cotton, reinforced nylon neck

and sleeves. Sizes for ages 2 through 1 4. Two color lettering. Specify “AAy Dad

is a Legionnaire" (No. 7813 ) or “My Granddad is a Legionnaire” (No. 7814 and size $1.00

JUNIOR BASEBALL “T” SHIRTS (Not illustrated.) White, soft-cotton, with

Junior Baseball design processed on front. Immediate shipment. Sizes: small, medium, and large. Per dozen No. 7791 $12.60

SPECIAL LETTERED “T” SHIRTS With your Post name and number processed

on front in one color in quantities of two dozen or more at NO EXTRA CHARGE. Delivery Three Weeks. For processed design on both front and back add $3.00 per dozen. Minimum two dozen same design.

See Page 23 for Baseball Uniforms

D. POLO Finest quality combed yarn with interlocking stitching. Byron

collar, short sleeved, ribbed cotton. Cream white or Navy blue. Sizes: small,

medium, large and extra-large. Specify size and color. . . No. 75729 $2.95

E. BOWLING SHIRTS For good looks, comfort, prestige — wear the American Legion Sport Shirt. Perfect for Bowling, sports activities, meetings, parades. Made of washable fabrics in an array of beautiful colors.

BOWL FOR BONDS ANY BOWLER ROLLING A PERFECT 300 SCORE in a

league game will be awarded a $500.00 U. S. Savings Bond provided he is wearing one of these Bowling Shirts. Rules and Registration form with shirts.

KING OF BOWLERS Top grade gabardine in choice of Royal blue, black,

gray, light gold, white, green, light brown or mint. Each. . . No. 7421 $7.50

THE BOWLER Fine spun rayon in Maize, turquoise, blue, white, silver or scarlet. Each No. 7422 $6.50 LETTERING Emblem, Post Number and Location processed on back, with member's name chainstitched above front pocket. Your choice of lettering colors as follows: light gold, light blue, black, white, kelly green, scarlet red, purple or navy blue.

MINIMUM of five shirts ($2.00 per order charge for less than 5 shirts same pattern.) SLEEVE LENGTHS Your choice of quarter length or long sleeves as follows: 31-32 short; 33-34 medium; 35-36 long; or quarter sleeves.

SIZES 14-14 2 small; 15-151/2 medium; 16-161/2 large; 17-171/2 extra-large. ORDERING Be sure to specify sizes, sleeve length. EXACT lettering, color of lettering; color of shirt and names on each shirt. NO C. O. D. SHIPMENTS. Remittance must accompany order. THREE WEEKS FOR DE- LIVERY.

F. Lightweight durable vinyl. Electronically sealed pockets. Packed in con- venient, flat compact matching case. Small (36-38); Medium (40-42); Large (44-46); and Extra-large (48-50). Transparent smoke color. Package 6 x lO'/i inches No. 775 $1.95 Transparent smoke color. Heavier weight than No. 775 for year 'round wear.

Package 9'/2 x 1 1 inches No. 7180 $4.50

For women, button front, detachable , wide buckled belt, sports collar, in blue and clear. Each No. 3526 $2.95

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ATHLETIC AND UNIFORMS

ALL ATHLETIC JACKETS AND SHIRTS ON THIS PAGE ARE AVAIL-

ABLE IN SIZES: (36) SMALL; (38-40) MEDIUM; (42-44) LARGE; AND (46-48) EXTRA LARGE. SPECIFY SIZE AND COLOR WHEN ORDERING.

ATHLETIC UNIFORM EQUIPMENT

The following items are not illustrated but are avail- Light weight, water repellent. Excellent for summer, able through special order. Three weeks for delivery. late spring and early fall wear. Oyster (No. 7810-1 No C. O. D. shipments. Remittance must accompany or Navy Blue (No. 7810-2 $5.95 order. (The above is available in team lots of 6 or more in the following colors: gray, maize, royal, maroon, scarlet, dark green or Kelly green. Two weeks for delivery on these colors.)

COLORED JERSEYS Rayon in blue, gold, maroon, Kelly green or scarlet. Quarter sleeves.

Each No.76SS $2.50

COLORED T SHIRT Heavy cotton with nylon

re-inforced neck and sleeve trim. Available in any

standard athletic color. Each. . No. 788QS $2.00

Light weight, water repellent Navy blue jacket with two color knit neck and sleeve trim. No. 7811 $6.25 RAYON Gold body with full-length blue sleeves or blue body with gold sleeves. Other com- binations available on special order. Each No. 76LS $3.15

With quarter sleeves, each No. 76QS $2.85

Post name and number processed on front of each item above. One dozen minimum order.

BASEBALL UNIFORM Two-piece, shirt and pants. Heavy fleece-lined cotton with ribbed cuffs and bot- tom. Jacket or sweat-shirt combination. Half zipper Gray flannel. Three weeks for delivery. Shirt sizes for ease in slipping on and off. Navy blue (No. 796-1) (36 through 44) and pant sizes (28 through 38).

or white (No. 796-2) $2.95 Specify sizes. Junior Baseball emblem processed on sleeve. Each $10.50

Felt lettering 15 cents per letter or numeral. Processed lettering on back of uniform, 50 cents per uniform additional. Minimum 12 of same design.

Ball cap of 75% wool felt. Navy, maroon, royal and scarlet. Emblem on front. Sizes 6Vs through 7'/2. Each No. 7707 $1.40 MELTON WOOL JACKET

Heavy 24-ounce Navy blue cloth. Knit trim in blue and Baseball hose of heavy cotton. Blue with gold stripes. gold. (Cut and sewed 2 inch felt lettering available 12 cents per letter or numeral). No. 7805 $9.95 Per pair No. 7708 $1.75

POST NAME AND NUMBER PROCESSED ON BACK OF ANY OF THE ABOVE JACKETS AT 50c PER GARMENT IF ORDERED IN TEAM LOTS OF TEN OR MORE.

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Your Cap Will Fit Better—Look Better—Wear Better

—and is Better—when purchased through the Na-

tional Emblem Sales. You obtain only the best from

National Headquarters. Made to meticulous specifica-

tions of all wool broadcloth with silk cord edging and

a genuine leather sweatband. Full cut for comfort.

STYLE 2 LETTERING

POST CAPS Available in two qualities. STANDARD caps are unlined and made with regulation quality

sweatband. DELUXE caps have extra quality lining and a wide leather sweatband. Both are identical in fit, appearance and lettering.

Specify head size, exact lettering and type cap when ordering. Caps can not be shipped C. O. D. Remittance must accompany order. Two weeks required for delivery.

LETTERING National Convention mandate limits the inscription or lettering on the left-hand (emblem) side

of Post Caps to two types—style 1 and style 2. Other special or identifying lettering or insignia, if required, MUST be on the right-hand or numeral side of the cap.

STYLE 1 LETTERING Post numerals on the right-hand side and state name in full on the left side below the emblem. (Example “9 Kansas.”) See illustration.

STYLE 2 LETTERING Post numerals on the right-hand side and name of the city in full with state name ab- breviated on left beneath the emblem (Example “9 Topeka, Kans.”) See illustration.

Additional lettering on the right side (opposite emblem) of all Post Caps at 13c per letter or numeral.

Standard Quality, Style 1 lettering Standard Quality, Style 2 lettering No. 700111 $3.30 No. 700112 $4.20

Deluxe Quality, Style 1 lettering Deluxe Quality, Style 2 lettering No. 7001 21 $3.60 No. 700122 $4.60

TROPICAL WORSTED POST CAP for Legionnaires desiring a light-weight cap. Average weight 2 ounces. Un- lined—made of best quality 100% virgin wool tropical worsted.

Style 1 lettering (Post number and state name) No. 700131 $3.75

Style 2 lettering (Post number, town name in full and state abbreviated) No. 700132 $4.25

MODIFIED CAPS FOR WOMEN LEGIONNAIRES Deluxe quality fully lined only. Closely corresponds to

WAC cap in shape and fit. Style 1 (No. 700141) or style 2 (No. 700142) lettering optional. (Not available for Auxiliary members) $4.60

SPECIAL CAPS (Illustrated and described below). The National Executive Committee has directed that Spe- cial Officers’ Caps can be worn ONLY BY PRESENT OFFICERS. Past officers are permitted to wear ONLY the regulation, all-blue Post Cap (with Past Officers Insignia, if desired).

ALL ORDERS FOR COUNTY, DISTRICT AND DEPARTMENT OFFICERS’ CAPS MUST BE SENT TO DEPARTMENT’S HEAD- QUARTERS FOR APPROVAL AND TRANSMITTED TO NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES.

SPECIAL CAPS are furnished in deluxe quality only. Post numerals optional at no added charge.

DEPARTMENT CAPS All white. COUNTY CAPS are all blue, piped DISTRICT CAPS Blue with white PLASTIC CAP COVER Heavy- State name in full on left below in gold. County name in full, crown. District designation in full weight, top quality plastic cover. emblem in gold lettered embroi- state name abbreviated, in white and state name abbreviated, in Can be worn on cap or used for dery. Officer's title embroidered letters, beneath emblem. Officer's gold Tetters, beneath emblem. storage. Full length zipper. to match at 13 cents additional title embroidered in white letters Officer’s title embroidered on op- Each No. 700100 $ .50 or per per letter. . .No. 700421 $4.60 on opposite side at 13$ per let- posite side in gold letters at 13$ 12 more, dozen $5.00

ter No. 700220 $4.60 per letter. . .No. 700320 $4.60 IRTS • ACCESSORIES

ECONOMY UNIFORM OUTFIT . . . Consists of , cap, shirt, and tie

The bargain that you have been waiting for—at a price you can afford. A COM- PLETE American Legion uniform. Very desirable for Post Officers, past officers, fu- neral details, members, drill teams, color guards, musical and drill units. Package consists of trousers, shirt, cap and tie.

TROUSERS Made for durability. 14-ounce, nylon-blend gabardine. Crease and stain resistant. Gold stripe Vi -inch wide down side seam. Zipper fly. Unfin- ished bottoms. Must be dry cleaned. Order by waist size and give your height.

SHIRT Regulation pre-shrunk broadcloth long sleeve uniform shirt. Order by color, neck (14 to 18) and sleeve (32-35) sizes.

CAP Standard unlined cap with Post number and State name embroidered in full. Give lettering instructions and head size.

TIE All wool, full length tie in either blue or gold. Specify.

Economy uniform outfit with trousers, cap, tie and blue shirt No. 71 $19.65 Economy uniform outfit with trousers, cap, tie and white shirt No. 72 $19.35 Trousers only No. 70 $10.95

Be sure to give the following information when ordering package uniform: Trousers—Waist measurement and height. Shirt—Color, neck and sleeve sizes Cap—Head size, Post number and State name Tie—Color

SPORT SHIRT Cool, lightweight linen-finished cotton and orlon. Guaranteed washable. Tan, white or gray. Small, medium, large and extra-large. No. 7757 $2.95

UNIFORM SHIRTS Finest pre- shrunk broadcloth. Fast color. Large button-down pockets and shoulder straps. Regulation or Sport style: ^ REGULATION STYLE Long sleeves 32 to 35. Neck sizes 14 to18. White No.7557 $4.10 Blue No. 7567 $4.40

SPORT STYLE (short sleeves and sport collar). Sizes small, medium, large and extra large. White No.7527 $3.85 Blue No. 7537 $3.95

TIES All wool, full length Blue f7750) or Gold (7751) $1.00

CAP, COLLAR AND UNIFORM ORNAMENTS

All cap and collar devices are gold color and have post and screw backs. UNIFORM BUTTONS

Coat size, per dozen. Cap ornament— 2’/g inches high. No. 7621 $1.80 LARIAT TIE Bolo or String Tie No. 7625 $0.75 Sleeve size, per dozen. by Swank. Perfect answer to the Collar device inches. No. 7623 $1.40 Sport shirt- problem. Blue —% No. 7626 (All orders for Uniform Buttons (No. 77945) or Gold (No. 77946) $0.35 must be routed through your $1.95 or collar device inch. Department Headquarters for Cap — 1 % Approval of Department Ad- No. 7627 $0.60 7625 jutant and Re-forwarding to National Emblem Sales.) FOLDING TABLES AND CHAIRS

For Club Rooms, Homes, and All Seating Requirements

TUBULAR STEEL CHAIR Extra heavy, all-steel channel

amply braced for rigid- framed chair. Deep, dual

curved posturized ity. A chair of modern back and saddle shaped seat for seat- design, handsome ap- ing comfort. Continuous rear pearance, great comfort leg construction for indoor or and durability. Extra outdoor use. Withstands heavy wide, non-tipping style seat. comfortable, Baked enamel punishment year after year.

finish in sand color. Chair No. 7875 has 20-gauge steel seat Baked sand color enamel fin-

panel. Minimum order of 4 chairs. ish. Minimum order of four

chairs. Each No. 7875 $5.25 Each .. No. 76051 $3.70 48 or more, each No. 4.75 7875 48 or . more, each . $3.25

ECONOMY CHAIR Lighter weight and slightly smaller

than other chairs on this page, HANDB-TABLES No. 752.

yet sturdy, strong. Requires Set of four featherweight rigid

less storage space. Channel steel tables. Raised rim on steel frame with curled edges top. Top 12x15 inches; height and riveted braces for added 20 !4 inches. Set of four tables strength. Seat, 1 3 inches deep, in convenient storage rack in is chocolate vinyl cemented to metal seat. Sand color baked Red, Yellow, Green or Ma-

enamel frame. Minimum order hogany (F.O.B. Indianapolis), of 4 chairs. Per Set. .. No. 752 $7.75 Each No.7316 $2.90

48 or more, each . . .$2.60

GAME TABLE

Smart, durable table with plenty of elbow and knee

room. Mahogany finish, hard wood frame, covered

with green leatherette. Height 30 inches, diameter

46 inches. Room for 8 players.

No. 74100 table only $47.25

All items on this page are F. O. B. Factory. Three weeks for delivery. Specify American Legion or Auxiliary emblem on all items.

26 AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES .

POST AND UNIT FURNISHINGS

LDING PEDESTAL BANQUET TABLES

Monroe tables have extreme strength and flexibility without

sacrificing light weight. Pedestals are of steel tubing, welded for strength and riveted braces that do not interfere with the knees. Tempered Masonite tops with heavy-weight rust-proof moulding. Easy to erect — foolproof leg lock — quick to take down and re- quire a minimum of storage space. All tables are 30 inches high.

F. O. B. ( Indianapolis, Ind. Write for prices of additional quanti-

ties, sizes or types.

QUANTITY PRICE

73072 30 x 72 in.. single table $24.53 2 to 5 tables 22.89 each

73096 30 x 96 in. single table 29.59 2 to 5 tables 27.62 each

73012 30 x 1 20 in. single table 39.49 2 to 5 tables 36.86 each

PORTABLE WEST BEND COFFEE SHAM BOTTOM TUMBLER 12-

URN Heats its own water and ounce heavy tumbler, two-color em-

makes 24-36 or 48 cups of delicious blem, packed eight to carton. Per set drip coffee. Full-view glass gauge in- of 8 No.71500 $2.40 dicates amount of coffee in urn. Dial

operated thermostatic heat control SHELL TUMBLERS— L1501 Blue (off-boil-serve) maintains desired emblem on attractive service glass. temperature of water or coffee. Plas- Immediate shipment. tic base cut out to permit both cup 8-oz. (Min. 1 doz.) $1.60 per doz. and saucer to fit under reinforced no-drip faucet. Works on any AC 1 0-oz. (Min. 1 doz.) 1.60 per doz.

outlet No.73638 $39.95 1 2-oz. (Min. 1 doz.) 1.75 per doz.

POST AND UNIT CHINA DINNERWARE

Made to give maximum service, in either regular weight or

heavy (Hotel and Restaurant) weight. Heavy weight is vitrified with an underglaze decoration, blue American Legion or

Auxiliary crested emblem and two bordering decorative lines.

Regular weight is semi-vitrified, with the emblem in blue or gold

and a gold line on the edge over the glaze.

SPECIFY WEIGHT AND EMBLEM

Minimum order one dozen any one item. Minimum order one-half dozen any one item. HEAVY REGULAR HEAVY REGULAR WEIGHT WEIGHT WEIGHT WEIGHT NUMBER ITEM PER PER NUMBER ITEM PER PER DOZEN DOZEN HALF- HALF- DOZEN DOZEN 381 Bread and butter plates, 614 inch $6.50 $3.35 387 Vegetable dishes, 1 1 % inch $8.90 $4.50 382 Salad plates, 714 inch 7.50 4.00 383 Dinner plates, 9 inch 10.70 5.35 389 Meat platters, 1 1 14 inch 7.50 3.85 384 Dinner plates, large, 9/4 inch 12.00 6.00 390 Meat platters, 1314 inch 11.60 5.90 385 Tea cups, 714 ounces 8.70 4.70 391 Gravy dishes, 1 1 ounces 12.50 6.40 386 Saucers, 6 inch 5.90 3.10 394 Celery trays, 10 inch 1 1.70 — 392 Cereal dishes, 614 inch 8.70 4.70 397 Sugar bowls, 12 ounces 9.75 5.35 393 Dessert dishes, 4% inch 5.50 3.00 Cream pitchers, 10 ounces 8.25 4.50 395 Soup bowls, 1 5 ounces 9.65 5.00 398 396 Soup plates, 8 inch 9.50 5.00 399 Coffee mugs, 8 ounces 5.65 3.00

All Dishes F. O. B. Wellsville, Ohio. Four weeks for delivery.

AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES 27 CUTLERY, PAPER AND FLATWARE

STAINLESS STEEL FLATWARE

Good weight, serviceable mirror polished stainless

tableware in bulk. Perfect for general club, grill, or dining room use. Tarnish and rust proof. Minimum order, one dozen of any available items. (No. 590).

Tea Spoons, 1.80 doz.; gross, . $ $ 18 50 ; Forks, $ 2.65

doz.; gross, . $ 24 00 ; 2-piece Knives, $4.25 doz.;

gross, 44 . $ 00 ; Dessert (soup) Spoons, $ 2.65 doz.;

gross, $ 24 . 00 . 13'/2 inch square white heavy-quality paper. Ameri- can Legion (No. 7490) or Auxiliary (No. 3490) em- blem in colors. Package of 250 napkins $0.90

Paper Napkin 9x12 inch, folded to 4 Vi inches square. High quality white napkin. American Legion (No. 7501) or Auxiliary (No. 3501) emblem. Packed to 5,000 case. Minimum order 1 ,000. Per 1 ,000 $ 3.00

MAGNETIC CUTLERY SET

Brown densified Formica handled knives mounted on magnetic maple board. Includes vegetable, trimming, carving and paring knives with “Frozen Heat” stainless steel blades. Per set No. 7416 $ 11.50

Just the right plate or cup for Post and Unit dinners,

banquets, etc. Blue strip border with emblem in colors. Free from paper odor or taste. Specify American Legion or Auxiliary Emblem.

No. 491 — Handi-handle Hot Drink Cup. 8 ounce size. Per 100 $2.60

No. 492 — 6 inch bread and butter or salad plate. Per 100 $2.25

No. 493 — 8 inch luncheon or dinner plate. Per 100 $2.80 TABLE COVERS

Heavy-weight white absorbent paper table covers in

300 foot rolls 40 inches wide. No emblem. Brown Formica handle, serrated steak knives. Six

Per roll No. 7496 $5.00 knives in plastic case No. 7466 $ 9.50

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Official Initiation Lamp. Each has the emblem reproduced in true colors with metal base, electric cord and plug furnished. American Legion (No. 71090) or Auxiliary (No. 3460) emblem on front and back of a 9-inch globe $10.25 American Legion emblem only reproduced on front and back of a 16-inch globe. No. 71091 $14.25 American Legion Emblem on one face and Preamble on reverse of 9-inch globe. No. 710901 $10.75 American Legion Emblem on one face and Preamble on reverse of 16-inch globe. No. 710911 $14.95

All Initiation Lamps Are F. O. B. Indianapolis, Indiana

Preamble to the

" «» o m u*d 5rm Mo* „l „ ^ GAVEL AND GAVEL BELLS American Legion (No. 740) or Auxiliary (No. 340) "<*• *? " '• P">"< „JT* n «j «X *' ! •' gavel. Light, sturdy, highly-polished rosewood. En- graving band with emblem $5.50

PREAMBLE Standard Bronze Gavel Bell, approximately 9 inches high. American Legion (No. 741) or Auxil- Printed on 52 x 36 inch cloth-lined paper in iary (No. 341 Emblem $12.75 1 Vi inch, dark blue, gothic style letters. Easily read at 50 feet. Underprinted with 31 inch em- Miniature Bronze Gavel Bell, approximately 7% blem in light blue. Mounted on durable spring inches high. American Legion (No. 742) or Auxil- roller. Complete with special holders for attaching iary (No. 342) emblem $8.50 to wall. American Legion No. 71070 or Auxiliary Engraving on Gavels or Gavel Bells No. 31070 $10.50 10c Per Letter (Not Word) or Numeral.

MINUTE BOOK-ACCOUNTING RECORDS CASH RECORD BOOK Loose Leaf form with record of cash receipts, checks drawn, and bank balance sheets. Convenient and permanent cash record. Complete No. 7678 $3.50 Additional sheets, each $0.03

MEMBERS LEDGER With sheets providing for complete information and prior military data for 100 members. Full alphabetical index. Complete No. 7677 $3.90 Additional sheets, each $0.03

SEAL PRESSES MINUTE BOOK Permanent record of Post meet-

ings is of great value and importance. Essential to every Post and Unit. Contains emblem, Standard loose-leaf, unruled Post or Unit name and number. minute sheets. Entries can be typed or written in longhand. 100 sheets with American Legion Desk style No. 7? 4301 $ 9.50 heading on both front and back. American Legion Pocket style. Complete No.7685 $2.25

No. 714302 10.75 Additional sheets, each $0.01 ’/2 Auxiliary Desk style No. 314301 13.00 AUXILIARY ACCOUNTING RECORDS AVAIL- Auxiliary Pocket style No. 314302 14.75 ABLE ONLY FROM THE NATIONAL AUXILIARY

National Constitution and By Laws of The American Legion (No. 7661) 5c per copy; per 100 $4.00 American Legion Watermarked Rag-Content Bond paper for Post or Department stationery only. 8 Vi x 11 inches. Per 1,000 sheets, not including printing $5.00 In lots of 10,000 or more, per 1,000 sheets, not including printing $4.25 American Legion Emblem Business cards with 3-color embossed emblem. Per 100, not including printing No. 7731 $1.90 With Post, County, District and Department Past Commander emblem, each No. 7732 $0.05 Correspondence Cards. Size 5 3A x 4 inches, with three-color embossed American Legion emblem. All-purpose card, appropriate for special invitations, place cards, greetings, sympathy, etc. Complete with envelopes, per 100 No. 7730 $3.75

AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES 29 PRINTERS AND INITIATION SUPPLIES

MASTER ADDRESSER

Prints from carbon impressions typed on strip of paper tape. Repro-

duces addresses up to 100 times. Includes complete supply kit for

500 name mailing list including roll master tape, roll carbon tape, MASTER POST package correction slips, spool holder and one pint printing fluid. CARD PRINTER Complete No.71107 $30.97 Fast, clean and economical printing of post cards, labels, tags, etc. INDIVIDUAL SUPPLY PRICES —up to five colors at one time. Eliminates messy stencils and inks in

No. 7 Master Tape — 500 addresses No. 777115050 $0.85 printing anything written, typed or drawn in bright colors.

Carbon Tape—500 addresses No. 77711537 53 1.95 Complete kit No. 71108 $11.95 Extra Spools, each No. 77711567 56 0.85

Correction Slips 100 No. 71157 0.50 — SUPPLY PRICES Printing fluid Package 24 extra units with colored carbon. No. 71154 $1.00 Pint . No. 77 7 55 0.75 Duplicator fluid, per pint No. 71159 0.75 Quart No. 77 7 52 1.35 Gallon 3.50

HEYER PORTABLE PRINTER AND Portable Addresser. Loads and han- ADDRESSER dies ij^g Q camera . Addresses rolled on in one smooth motion. 250 ad-

on a single roll. fl^ H—— msmsm No. 710953 $10.95

Portable Printer and Addresser with supplies No. 71 0951 $19.90

A complete ‘‘direct mail department" for your Post or Unit. Priced complete with initial supplies. SUPPLIES FOR HEYER PRINTER AND ADDRESSER

Portable Printer. Perfect printing of post cards, record cards, Printer notices or bulletins No. 77 0952 $10.95 Post card stencils, per quire $1.65 Black ink, 2 oz. tube 50

Colored inks, 2 oz. tubes 60 Ink pad 50

Addresser

Spirit carbon rolls (Purple) each 1.00 Red. Green, Blue or Black, each 1.10

Master paper rolls, each .40

Spirit fluid (12 oz.) 75 Extra metal spools 15

Pkg. 100 correction slips 50 Extra wick cartridge 1.00

SLIDE PROJECTOR

For those who want a good color projector at the lowest possible price. Blower cooled, 300 watt projector for any 2x2 inch slide. AMERICAN LEGION EMBLEM SLIDES Manual slide carrier. Complete with attractive, sturdy carrying Visual demonstration of parts of the emblem for initiation of new case No. 713151 $36.50 members. Each of the basic parts, plus the complete emblem stand

With automatic slide changer and larger case out in color on series of six 2 x 2 color slides. Effective and impres-

No. 713161 45.50 sive. Per set of 6 slides No. 71 31 36 $5.00

CERTIFICATE OF INITIATION Name of new member and signatures of Post Commander and Adjutant to be added. No. 7666, each 10c. Per hundred, $7.50.

MANUAL OF CEREMONIES Make your Post meetings more effective. Use the official opening and closing,

initiation, funeral and other ceremonies. No. 7660, each 15c.

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POST AND UNIT SUPPLIES

CARD-KEY ENTRANCE CONTROL

Special type pick-proof lock activated ONLY by a Card-Key in a

plastic holder. Different combination for each Post, on single or double

doors. No maintenance problem. Helps build membership and collect

annual dues. Lock including accessories (no cards) $25.00. Card-keys

with plastic holders 25c each. New combinations free if old cartridge is

returned. When ordering, specify: 1 . Is electric latch release now

being used? 2. Thickness of wall or door at location for slotted face

plate. THREE WEEKS FOR DELIVERY

GREETING CARDS

Raised gold emblem embossed on heavy ivory-white

rag stock. Appropriate sentiments for either indi-

viduals or Posts and Units to send on all occasions.

Prices include puffed envelopes. Minimum order 25

cards.

Auxiliary

Birthday, each No.7521 $0.10 Birthday, each . No. 3521 $0.10 Convalescent, each No. 7522 .10 Convalescent, each No. 3522 .10 Congratulations, each No. 7523 .10 Congratulations, each No. 3523 .10 Sympathy, each No. 7524 .10 Sympathy, each . No. 3524 .10

HOLIDAY COIN CARDS

Outstanding money raising avenue

for Units and Posts. Cards hold 1 coins, to be inserted on proper holi- days. Specify American Legion (No. POPPY DAY COIN 7658) or Auxiliary (No. 3658) em- CONTAINERS blem, and whether cards to hold dimes or quarters are desired. Metal top and bottom, heavy Each $ 0.16 fiber mid-section coin containers,

Per hundred 15.00 3 1/16x5 inches. Coin slot in top.

Mailing envelopes for either type Per doz. delivered. of card, per hundred .... $ 1 .50 No .3657 $1.25

(Sent prepaid when remittance accompanies order.) Poppies for initiation ceremonies or decoration. Per dozen. . $0.75

PRINTING CUTS

Prefix 7 denotes American Legion; 3 is Auxiliary: Available ONLY as designated below:

ONE TWO THREE ONE TWO THREE COLOR COLORS COLORS COLOR COLORS COLORS

7645 or — " 325 Zi" $0.45 $0.90 $1.30* 7649 or 329— 1 V^ $0.45 $0.90*

7646 or 326— 3/4" .45 .90 1.30* 7650 or 330— 2" .50 1.00*

" 7647 or 327— 1 .45 .90* 7651—3" .65 $2.00*

7648 or " 328 — 1 !4 .45 .90 f 1.30* 7652—5" 1.15 2.40*

*American Legion only. fAuxiliary only.

AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES 31 AMERICAN LEGION SIGNS

Illuminated Double-Faced Plexiglas Outdoor Signs

• Rustproof Steel Body and Frame TCTOV • Easily Installed • Low Price — Minimum Upkeep • Underwriter Approved • Adaptable to Any Voltage • Equipment for Hanging • Individual Post Name and Number • Outstanding Day and Night Appearance • Wide Angle Legibility Withstands Extreme Heat or Cold 3 feet in diameter — 24 inch emblem — • depth 8 3A inches. • Brilliant Translucent Colors

No.71336 $170.00 Four weeks for delivery. Remittance must accompany order. No C.O.D. ship- ments. Print Post name and number carefully. F.O.B. factory, Kokomo, Indiana.

POST NAME 1 x 3 feet — depth 1 foot — suitable equipment for building wall or vertical POST No. pole mounting. No. 71337 $124.50

DRIVE Welcome CAREFULLY MIDDLETOWN, CONN.

Drive CROCKETT POST HO. 33 PROTECT CROCKETT, CALIFORNIA CAREFULLY MEETS £- l 4- THURS. OUR CHILDREN MEMORIAL HALL K MILARDO WILCOX SAFETY SIGNS POST 75 Baked enamel single faced outdoor signs on steel. Impervious to elements. Emblem in colors on white background. Eyelets at top and bottom. CIRCULAR EMBLEM ONLY SAFETY SIGN WELCOME-SAFETY SIGN

24" No. 7153624 $6.60 Standard safety sign 1 4 x 20 Size 20 x 30 inches, with town name 18" No. 7153618 5.00 inches. Baked enamel. in full, state abbreviated. Post name LETTERED PANEL ONLY* No. 71335 $3.75 and number. 8" x 14" No. 715368 $4.25 Baked enamel. No. 71537 $8.50 Six or more, each ...... $3.00 6" x 14" No.715366 3.75 *Limit of 3 lines on b" x 14"; 4 lines Scotchlite for day and night visi- Scotchlite for day and night visibil- on 8" x 14"; 21 spaces per line. bility No. 71334 $7.00 ity No. 71538 $14.00

ALL SIGNS ARE F. O. B. INDIANAPOLIS, SHELBYVILLE OR KOKOMO, INDIANA No C. O. D. orders on specially lettered signs or panels. Three weeks required for delivery. Write for quotations on special design signs.

32 AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES "

Magnolia wreath. Decorated with large clus- 1 2 inch Pine wreath, decorated with 2 pop- Princess Pine wreath, decorated with poppies, ters of poppies, daisies, corn-flowers and pies, 1 daisy and large red, white and blue daisies, corn-flowers and large red, white large red, white and blue ribbon bow. Avail- ribbon bow. and blue ribbon bow. able in dark or silver color. Each No. 71678 $1.60 16 inch No. 71676 $2.25 15 inch No.71675 $2.85 Six wreaths No. 71678 9.00 20 inch No. 71676 3.75 17 inch No.71675 3.50 19 inch No. 71675 4.50 All wreaths available with either Legion or Auxiliary Emblem. Specify. Be sure to specify dark or silver color. All delivery charges prepaid. Three Weeks Delivery.

BRONZE GRAVE MARKERS American Legion bronze grave marker with flag holder on back of marker.

With 30 inch conventional rod . No. 71 550 $3.10*

With 1 2 inch jointed rod permitting marker to lie flush with ground No. 71 551 $3.60* AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY BRONZE GRAVE MARKER With 30 inch conventional rod No. 3620 $2.75*

With 1 2 inch jointed rod permitting marker to lie flush with ground No. 3621 $3.50*

*On orders for 1 to 5 Markers —ADD 50c per marker for shipping costs. Six or more markers shipped F.O.B. Nashua, N. H. Two Weeks For Delivery. Remittance must accompany order.

SPECIAL LETTERING Name, date of birth and death can be placed on reverse side of marker in raised, polished letters at additional charge of $2.25 per marker. Inscription must not exceed four lines with maximum of 21 letters or spaces on each line.

BRONZE PLAQUES Specially de- BRONZE EMBLEMS

signed tablets can be furnished in all Legion Auxiliary sizes for any purpose. Designs will be 2" $1.85 $1.85 promptly submitted upon request with- 3 Vi 2.45 2.45 5" out obligation. Write for quotation. 3.50 (not available) 6" (not available) 3.50 BRONZE EMBLEMS Suitable for at- 7" 4.25 (not available) taching to wood, stone or metal. *18" 81.00 81.00 Specify type desired. *36" 282.00 (not available)

*18 and 36 inch emblems are F.O.B. Nashua, N. H. Other sizes prepaid.

GRAVE MARKER FLAGS U. S. Flags which are widely used for grave decorations. Two qualities and two sizes. Mounted on a wood staff. Specify size and quality. CYCAS SPRAY Heavy printed cotton 8x12 inches. Per gross F. O. B. Indian- Twenty inches over-all. Decorated apolis No.7740 $11.50 Per dozen delivered 1.50 with green painted Ruscus, red, white blue Mini- Heavy printed cotton 12x18 inches. Per gross F. O. B. Indian- and Georgines. apolis Ho. 7741 $22.50 mum order 6 sprays. Prepaid. Per dozen delivered 2.50 Three Weeks Delivery. Printed rayon 8x12 inches. For 6 No. Per dozen delivered No. 7742 $5.00 71677 $6.95 Printed Rayon 12x18 inches. Per dozen delivered No. 7743 $9.50

Prices Subject to Change Without Notice

AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES 33 SCHOOL AWARD MEDALS • PLAQUES • CERTIFICATES

For Better Citizenship and Americanism. The official American Legion

School Award medal is presented by Posts to a vast number of boys and

girls in graduating classes of public and private schools. Recipients best

represent outstanding qualities of character and ability. Award is based

on Courage, Leadership, Honor, Service and Scholarship, which if culti-

vated, result in better citizenship.

A. New medal, 2Vi inches, applicable for award

to either boy or girl. Both sides of medal are shown.

Comes complete with miniature size lapel pin and

engraved certificate. Each. . No. 71040 $2.00

B. Small medal, 1 !4 inches. Identical in design to large medal. American

Legion ribbon with pin and coil type catch. Complete with engraved

certificate. Each No. 71045 $1.15

Certificate of Honorable Mention (Not

illustrated). For presentation only to

runner-up in American Legion School

Award Medal program in recognition of outstanding scholarship and achieve- ment. Each No. 71047 $0.10

C. School Award Plaque, with reproduction of one side of medal as in- tegral part of design. Bronze plate, 8!4 x 12% inches, mounted on wal- nut stained backboard 10 x \4Vi inches. Complete with wall hanger. Fourteen raised plates for engraving of names of winners. Engraving on

panels, 10 cents per letter or numeral. Space at bottom of plaque for embossing the following inscription ‘‘AWARDED ANNUALLY BY," plus

the Post name, number, town and state location. Embossing is included in price. Two weeks for delivery. No. C. O. D. shipment. No. 71 350 $26.50

34 AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES J1413A-5 " J1413B-5 12y4 " 1 1 % $ 6.20 J1413C-5 $ 5.75 10 %" $ 5.30

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193303 14" $7. 50(b)

19303 " 1 3 14 $7.00(b)

P200-5 19293 " 6" x 8" 1 2 Vi $7.25 $6. 50(b) Walnut and Sunray

1418A-5 " 1412A-5 1714 12 $10.75 Vi" $5.75

1418B-5 I412B-5

$10.25 P951-5 ,.7/ix 9%. .$10.50 1418C-5 P953-3..9% x 12'/i.. 13.25 " 1 5 !4 Walnut and Sunray 1412C-5 $9.75 10 Vi" $4.75

GR211A-5 P-77... 7% x 10...$ 7.75 " I911A-5 P-78. .. x 12. . . 9.00 15 9% 191 IB-5 " GR21 1 B-5 P-79. ..1114 x 14. .. 11.00 15 $12. 25(b) 13 Vi" Walnut and Sunray 13 Vi" $ 11.75(b) 191 1C-5 $1 1.75(b) $ 11.25(b) GR211C-5 12" 12" $ 1 0.7 5( b) $ 11.25(b) (a) Choice of Marblette Base in Onyx Black or Green Base. (b) Choice of Ivory or Onyx Red, Green or Black Base.

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1 AMERICAN LEGION MEDALS

Provide proper and lasting recognition of out-

standing achievement for those who have partici-

pated in American Legion sponsored activities

such as Junior Baseball, Essay, Oratory, Music,

Citizenship, Membership, Marksmanship, Scholar-

ship, Bowling, Heroism, etc. Medals (except 71 300)

are furnished with regulation American Legion

ribbon, with pin joint and safety catch, boxed for

presentation. Immediate delivery. (American Legion

medals can be furnished with Auxiliary emblem

and Auxiliary ribbon only on special order. Three

weeks for delivery.)

ENGRAVING Engraving on reverse side of med-

als at 10c per letter or numeral. Type or print en-

graving instructions. Engraved medals not shipped

C. O. D. Remittance must accompany order.

Gold Medal Bronze Sterling Filled

A. General (Panels on front for

engraving) . . No. 71012 $1.35 $2.30 $3.80

B. Excellence No. 71010 1.20 2.20 3.80

C. Victory Wreath. No. 71019 1.45 3.25 5.40

D. Scholastic No. 7101 1 1.55 2.60 4.65

E. Scholastic No. 71020 2.30 4.25 6.45

F. Victory Scholarship No. 71021 2.30 4.45 6.80

G. All Sports. Panel may be changed to any sport figure. (Three weeks for delivery) Specify No. 71326 1.55 2.35 4.35

H. Medal of Merit. No. 72225 1.50 2.25 3.30

J. Merit Award . . No. 71030 1.55 2.20 4.00

K. Heroism No. 72224 1.50 2.25 3.15

L. Heroism No. 71031 1.45 2.35 4.35

M. ROTC No. 71033 1.45 2.20 3.50

N. Marksmanship No. 72006 1.55 2.35 4.35

ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX ON STERLING AND GOLD-FILLED MEDALS

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Gold Bronze Sterling Filled

A. Junior Baseball No. 71018 $1.75 $2.85 $4.50 B. Junior Baseball No. 71302 1.55 2.35 4.35 C. Junior Baseball No. 71300 2.50 3.15 3.80 D. Junior Baseball No. 71017 1.65 2.50 3.55 E. Junior Baseball No. 71301 1.55 2.35 4.35 F. Junior Baseball No. 72228 1.50 2.50 4.00 G. Oratory No. 72229 1.60 2.40 3.50 H. Oratory No. 71016 1.60 2.85 4.50

J. Oratory No. 71027 1.45 2.20 4.35 K. Oratory No. 71026 1.45 2.20 4.35 L. Oratory No. 71015 1.60 2.70 4.20 M. Oratory No. 71025 1.30 2.00 3.25 N. Major or Majorette (Specify) No. 71316 1.45 2.20 3.50 O. Music No. 71318 1.45 2.20 4.35 P. Drum and Bugle No. 72221 1.50 2.25 3.75

ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL STERLING SILVER AND GOLD-FILLED MEDALS

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A. Essay . No. 71024 $1.45 $2.20 $4.35

B. Membership Achievement . No. 72226 1.50 2.55 4.00

C. Essay . No. 71013 1.60 2.55 3.75

D. Essay . No. 72227 1.55 2.35 3.40

E. Citizenship . . No. 72222 1.65 2.40 3.50

F. Americanism . No. 72223 1.50 2.25 4.00 AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY MEDALS

Provide proper and lasting recognition of outstanding achievement for those who

have participated in Auxil- iary sponsored activities.

Medals are furnished in three qualities complete with regu- lation Auxiliary red, white and blue ribbon on a hanger with pin joint and safety catch, boxed for presenta-

tion. Engraving on reverse side of medal at 10c per

letter or numeral. Type or

print engraving instructions. Engraved medals not shipped C. O. D. Remittance must accompany order. Any medal shown on pages 38-39-40 with the American Legion Emblem can be furnished with the Auxiliary Emblem on special order. Three weeks for delivery. Gold A. Americanism. This medal to be awarded to Bronze Sterling Filled

adults ONLY . . No. 385 $1.55 $2.35 $4.35

B. Excellence* . . No. 380 1.25 2.25 3.85

C. Essay or Scholastic . No. 3234 1.45 2.35 4.35

D. Scholastic . . No. 381 1.30 2.25 3.75

E. General* . . No. 382 1.20 2.10 3.50 F. General* .No. 383 1.20 2.10 3.50

G. Essay or Scholastic* . No. 384 1.25 2.25 3.85

*Front panel suitable for engraving.

ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO STERLING SILVER AND GOLD-FILLED MEDALS

40 AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS ... BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY JEWELRY

PAST OFFICERS’ MEMBERS’ RING MEMBER’S RING MEMBERS’ RING gold. RING Rhodium fin- Rhodium finish. Glit- 10K natural gold 10K natural Black onyx framed ish. Glittering rhine- tering rhinestones. with black onyx top. stones. Adjustable Fits any finger. Each Set in scalloped in bead setting. size. No. 3 292M $2.00 edging. Each Each No. 3292 $2.65* No. 31737 $8.95 No.38089 $12.25

BLUE STAR (No. 3 7) AND GOLD STAR (No. 32) MEM- BERSHIP PINS Gold-plated $0.40 OFFICERS' PIN SET PAST lOKGoldt 3.00 with six genuine pearls. 1 4K Goldt 4.00 Chain and guard desig- SEPARATE CHAINS AND nating office. Safety catch Available for fol- GUARDS fEither the 1 OK or the 14K Gold on pin and guard. lowing Past Officers: President pins can be set with full cut dia- 10K Gold. (Gavel); Vice-President (Torch); Treasurer (Key); Secretary monds. ADD the following diamond No. 33JJ5 $11.00* PAST PRESIDENT FOB (Quill); Chaplain (Cross); Histo- and setting charges to the cost of Gold. rian (Scroll); Sgt. at Arms PIN 1 OK Gold frame 14K the desired pin. No.33116 $14.00* (Mace); Executive Committee with black onyx suspended (Trident). 1 without pearls. from Gavel. Safety catch. point plus tax OK Gold 1 OK Gold. .No 3440 $1.75 3 $10.00 No. $6.75* 14K Gold.. No 3441 $2.25 No. 3300 $13.75 3370 5 point 17.00 plus tax y? Jp

PAST DISTRICT PRESI- PAST COUNTY PRESI- YEAR BARS Gold-plated DENT ATTACHMENT DENT ATTACHMENT pronged year bars for For plain or jeweled Past For plain or jeweled Past years 1957, 1956, 1955, Officers' pin. Officers' pin. 1954, 1953, 1952.

10K Gold. 10K Gold. Each . No. 3860 $0.85

No. 3355 $4.00 No. 3365 $4.00 For years other than specified 14K Gold. 14K Gold. above, $1.85 on special order. No. 3356 $5.50 No. 3366 $5.50 Three weeks for delivery.

*ltems marked with asterisk are available for following Auxiliary officers (Past or Present as indicated): President, Vice-President, Secretary, Historian, Chaplain, Treasurer, Sergeant-at- Arms and sure to office. Insignia (in Executive Committee. Be specify also available addition CEREMONIAL BADGE PAST OFFICERS’ to Unit) for County, District and Department officers. For present officers. BADGE Gold-plated. ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE Gold-plated. No. 35 $1.25* Prices Subject to Change Without Notice No. 370 $1.25*

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NECKLACE AND SET of simulated pear shaped

sapphires (No. 3604 ) ice blue color or imported sparkling

white rhinestones (No. 3270 ). Pronged set. Hand polished

rhodium finish will retain luster for years. Packed in out- standing reusable box, silver plated on bronze with en-

graved top and protected by baked lacquer finish. Em- blem on lid. Per set $5.25

BRACELET Open work, rhodium finish with 1 1 9 clear brilliants securely set.

Fold-over catch and safety chain. Sterling silver emblem.. . .No. 3111 $5.50

BABY SPOON of Sterling Silver. Curved handle. A cherished gift. BRACELET 1/20 12K yellow gold filled. Bright finish plain center panel with No. 37 96 $3.75 double width serpentine chain. Double lock fold-over catch.. No. 3230 $4.85 With single serpentine chain No. 3233 $4.00

BRACELET of yellow gold plate with black enameled center section. Block type links, spring-ring catch No. 3232 $2.65

PENDANT of sun-ray crystal,

mounted in sterling silver filigree frame. 18-inch sterling chain. AND BRACELET Round No. 3 7 593 $4.65 simulated sapphires, emeralds, ame- '<^7/ "V? Gold plated sterling silver. thysts, rose or chalk white stones encircled in gold or jet with silver. Specify color No. 37 592 $5.10 stone. Necklace No. 35757 or Bracelet No. 35758 , each $1.90 Add 10% Federal Excise tax to all items above. Add 10% Federal Excise tax to all items above.

ATOMIZER for cologne PERFUMETTE. Mother-of PILL BOX with inlaid SILENT BUTLER for your LIST FINDER. Purse size 3 and perfume. Crystal pearl top, polished yellow mother of pearl top, pol- purse. Yellow gold finish. 1 A x 2Vi inches. Gold clear, bulb net in color. gold finish back and top. ished yellow gold finish Cigarette rest inside. Ash finish telephone and ad- 3 24K gold plated, hand Size 1 'A x 1 A inches. sizes and back. Conven- container 1 Vi inches finder with alpha- polished metal trim. Ca- Plastic funnel. Heavy glass ient for carrying in purse. square. Overall-length 2 Vi betical selector. 3 pacity 1 A ounces. bottle . No. 389 $1.85 Size 1 Va x 1 Zi inches. inches. No. 32087 $1.00 No. 3799 $1.25 No. 37275 $1.25 No. 3270 $1.60

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EAR RINGS

A. Drop Ear Rings of sparkling rhinestones and rhodium. No. 36043 $2.50

B. Button Ear Rings of sparkling rhinestones in a dainty circle. No. 35058

C. Clip Ear Rings of gold plate high-lighted by one large sparkling rhinestone No. 36991

D. Button Ear Rings of attractive gold plate No. 3245-1

E. Drop Ear Rings of attractive gold plate No. 3245-2

j&mt.

BRACELET of attractive yellow-gold CLIP BRACELET of rhodium highlighted PENDANT of rhodium plate with spar- plate highlighted by sparkling white by attractive groups of sparkling rhine- kling rhinestones. Unusual design. rhinestones. Fold-over clip with safety stones. Woven mesh bracelet expands to Members No. 3 6049 $3.00

chain. fit any arm. Past Officers No. 36050 3.25* Members No. 370/5 $2.80 Members No. 36986 $3.50 Past Officers No.37016 2.95* Past Officers No. 36985 3.70*

#1 CHARM BRACELET Gold Plate (No. 35232) or Silver finish (No. 35236). Matching % inch Auxiliary emblem. Each $1.25 DOUBLE STRIP BLUE GROSGRAIN NECKLACE of gold plate with large For past officers (as specified HALF-ROUND INSIGNIAS RIBBON With pin and lock safety sparkling white rhinestones, set on page 41 ), such as gavel, torch, key, etc. in gold plate or securely catch. 1 Z2 x 2% inches. Convenient. silver finish, approximately inch. Each $1.10 with prongs. % Saves wear and tear on clothes as DISK Suitable for engraving in either gold plate or silver well as time. Fasten pins and attach- Members No. 36983 $2.50 finish, approximately % inch diameter. Each $1.00 ments to ribbon. Only one fastener to Past Officers No.36984 2.70* (Engraving at 10c per letter or numeral.) change all pins No. 301 $0.75

BROOCH of pear shaped large spar- kling rhinestones set

in polished rhodium plate. Members. V* No. 36997 $3.00 Past Officers. BOW PIN of sparkling white No. 36998 3.25* PETITE BROOCH, white rhinestones set in rhodium rhinestones, rhodium plate. plate. No. 37007 $2.15 Members. No. 3607 9 $1.50 BROOCH of sim- Past Officers. ulated pearls and No. 36020 1.75* sparkling rhine- stones skillfully SPRAY DESIGN with blended in yellow sparkling white rhine- SUNBURST design gold plate. stones in delicate flower- brooch, white rhinestones Members. like setting. set in rhodium plate. No. 37007 Members. Members. $3.50 No. 3607 5 $1.85 No. 35073 $2.65 Past Officers. Past Officers. Past Officers. No. 37002 No. 36076 2.10* No. 35072 2.90* $3.70*

ITEMS INDICATED BY * CAN BE FURNISHED WITH PAST OFFICER SCROLLS. WHEN ORDERING INDICATE DESIRED OFFICE. ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE EXCEPT NO. 301 RIBBON.

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Mesh Bag by Whiting and Davis. Popular size 5 x 7'/2 inches with

carrying chain. Bright polished frame, best quality lining, beveled

hand mirror. Choice of yellow or white gold finish.

No. 3252 $10.50 (plus 10% tax)

CARRY-ALL CASE. Two-tone golden finish. CARRY-ALL CASE. Bright polish combined CARRY-ALL with top of inlayed mother of Powder compartment, lipstick holder, with satin yellow gold finish for two-tone ciga- pearl. Lipstick holder, cigarette and loose effect. Compact, comb, lipstick holder, ciga- rette compartment. Dainty rope style chain. powder compartments, dainty rope style chain. rette compartment. Snake style chain. Size Size 2% x 3 Vi inches. No. 32813 $4.50 3!4 x A /2 inches No. 34013 $6.00 Size 2Vi x 3Vi inches.. No. 33311 $5.50

THIN COMPACT with inlaid mother of pearl EVENING COMPACT with inlaid mother of WAFER-THIN COMPACT. Bright yellow gold top. Covered loose powder compartment. pearl top. Loose powder compartment. Only design, satin background. Size 3 Vi inches Size 2/2 x 2% inches.. No. 32610 $3.50 2 inches square No. 31210 $2.25 square No. 3104 $2.30

Bright COMPACT. polished yellow gold de- COMPACT with novel watch-type design. COMPACT. Bright yellow and satin attrac- sign with satin background, 3 Vi inches in Two-tone yellow gold finish. Wafer thin, 2Vi tive two-tone yellow gold finish. Size 2 Vi x diameter No.3224 $2.30 inches in diameter No. 3297 $1.50 2% x Va inches No. 3315 $1.25

CONTINENTAL Inner COMPACT. powder EVENING COMPACT. Dainty 1 V2 inch EVENING SIZE COMPACT. Oval shaped protector door, beveled full view mirror, square compact with loose powder compart- 2 Vi x 1 % inches. Deep loose powder com- hand engraved in yellow gold finish. Diameter ment No. 381 $1.00 partment No. 3/2 inches No. 3254 $3.50 3242 $1.75

A

% 44 AID AMERICAN LEGION PROGRAMS . . . BUY FROM NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES WOMEN’S LEATHER ITEMS

“TOTE-POKE” by Amity. Luxurious “CONTINENTAL” FRENCH PURSE smooth cowhide with jeweled-tab by Princess Gardner. High fashioned closure. Insert currency in conven- in Gahna Lustre Cowhide, high- tional manner— remove coins and lighted with sparkling “nail-head" bills from same magic pocket. Choice design. Gold tone frame, rayon faille of style-wise colors: Powder blue, lined. Antique white, red or mist gray. flame red, apple green, pink or cham- No. 3231 $5.00 pagne No. 3287 $5.00

“TUMBLING THOMAS” PASS CASE Made of vinyl plastic in blue. Holds 17 cards or photos available for immediate view. Folds into com- pact purse size. Side pockets for currency or additional cards. No. 33908 $1.00

“FRENCH PURSE” by Amity. Com-

bines smart appearance with effi-

ciency. Remove coins and bills from KEY KADDY by Amity. Smooth cow- same magic pocket. Smooth Cowhide hide with sparkling jewel tab. Re- in powder blue, flame red, apple movable 4-hook assembly. Powder green, pink or champagne. blue, flame red, apple green, pink or “MANHATTAN” BILLFOLD by Am-

No. 3220 champagne. . . .No. 3 6404 $2.00 $5.00 ity. Lustrous smooth goatskin. Coin pocket, secret currency pocket. Golden metal tab closure. Florentine design embossed in gold. Powder blue, flame red, apple green, pink or champagne No. 3247 $3.50

“REGISTRAR” BILLFOLD by Prin- cess Gardner. Polished cowhide pro- “DIRECTRESS” BILLFOLD by Am- tected by an invisible stitch. Gold PHOTO ALBUM Leather pocket- ity. Smart— functional. Jeweled-tab tone closures. Roomy coin-key purse. book size. Ten envelopes to hold closure. Expandable coin pocket. Removable photo-card case. Blue, x inch photos. Over-all size Smooth cowhide in powder blue, 2!4 3 Zi 7 tan or cherry red. flame red, apple green, pink or 3!4 x 3 /b inches. Available in green

No. 327 7 9 $3.95 champagne No. 3245 $5.00 or brown No. 345 $1.00

YOUR INITIALS OR NAME STAMPED IN GOLD FREE IF REMITTANCE ACCOMPANIES ORDER. ADD 10% FEDERAL EXCISE TAX TO ALL ITEMS ON THIS PAGE

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American American American American Legion American Legion American Legion Legion Auxiliary Legion Auxiliary Legion Auxiliary Accounting Records 29 Drapes, Panel 2 2 Outdoor Flags 2, 3, 5 2, 3, 5 Address Books 15 15 Addressers 30 30 43 Pamphlets 6, 20, 29, 30 American Legion Reader 20 Emblems Paper Cups 28 28 Arm Bands 21 21 Auto 17 17 Paper Napkins and Dishes. . 28 28 Ash Trays 11 42 Bronze 33 33 Paperweight 11 Atomizer 42 Cuts, Printing 31 31 Pass Cases 18 45 Athletic Apparel 22, 23 Decals 17 17 Past Officers Auto Emblems 17 Embroidered 21 Badges 7 41 Auto Robes 13 13 Seals 17 17 Buttons 8 Slide Films 30 Caps 24 Baby Spoons 42 Cap Insignia 21 Badges, Ceremonial 7 41 Film Cards 29 Bags, Mesh 44 Projector, Slides 30 Embroidered Titles 21 Ball Point Pens 12, 15 12, 15 Flags Jewelry 8, 9 41, 43 Banquet Tables 27 27 Accessories 4 4 Pins 8 41, 43 Barometers 14, 16 14, 16 All Purpose Home 5 5 Rings 9 41 Baseball Banners 2, 4 4 Pen and Pencil Sets 12, 15 12, 15 Emblems 21 2, Bannerettes 2 2 Pendants 42, 43 Medals. 38, 39, 40 Banquet 3 3 Perfumettes 42 Trophies 35, 36, 37 Bunting 2 2 Photo Albums 45 Uniforms 22, 23 Cases 6 6 Pill Boxes 42 Bells, Gavel 29 29 Desk Sets 3, 5 3, 5 Placards 20 Belts, Belt Buckles 13 Display Pennants 2 2 Plaques 34, 35, Billfolds 19 45 Grave Marker 33 36, 37 35, 36, 37 Book Ends 16 3, 16 Home 5 Pocket Protector 15 Book Matches 5 1 1 Initiation 3 3 Pocket Secretaries 19 Bowling Indoor Sets 6 6 Poker Chips 11 Medals 38, 39, 40 38, 40 39, Lawn 5 5 Polo Shirts 22 Shirts 22 Miniature Sets 3, 5 3, 5 Poppies 30 30 Trophies 35, 36, 37 Outdoor Sets 5 5 Poppy Cans 31 Bracelets Parade 4 4 Posters, Join the Legion 20 Charm 43 Pin 3 3 Post Caps 24 Identification 14 42 Schoolroom Sets 6 6 Post Card Printers 30 30 Watch 14 14 State Flag Sets Post Handbook 20 Women's 5 5 42, 43 Stands 6 6 Prayer Cards 20 Brief Cases. . 18 18 Street Sets 2 Preamble Record and Music. 20 Brief History 20 United States 4 4 Preambles 29 29 Brooches 8 43 41, Unmounted 3 3 Present Officer Insignia Bumper Strips 17 Window 5 5 Badges 7 41 Bunting 2 2 Folding Chairs, Tables 26 26 Buttons 8 Business Cards 29 Cap Insignia 21 Buttons, Members, Past and Game Tables Embroidered Titles 21 Present Officers 8 26 26 Gavels, Gavel Bells Printing Cuts 31 31 Buttons, Uniform 25 29 29 Gift Certificates 48 48 Projector, Slide 30 , Tumblers 27 Canasta Rack 1 1 Gold Foil Seals 17 17 Raincoats 22 22 Cap and Collar Ornaments. . . . 25 Grace Cards Cap Covers, Plastic 24 20 Rhinestone Jewelry 41, 42, 43 Grave Markers Cap Insignia 33 33 Rings 9 41 21 Grave Caps 24 Marker Flags 3, 33 Greeting Cards 31 31 Card Case 18 45 Safety Signs 32 Card Key Locks 31 School Award Medals and Chairs 26 26 History, Brief 20 Plaque 34 Cards Scotchlite Reflector Emblem. . 17 Business 29 Identification Bracelets 14 42 Seals, Gold Foil 17 17 Coin 31 31 Initiation Seal Presses 29 29 Correspondence 29 Certificates 30 Shirts Grace 20 Flags 3 3 Athletic 22, 23 Greeting 31 31 Lamps 29 29 Bowling 22 Life Membership 10 10 Poppies 30 30 Polo 22 Meeting Notice 20 20 Projector, Slide 30 Sport 25 Past Officer 29 “T" 22 Playing 11 Jackets 23 Uniform 25 Prayer 20 Junior Baseball Signs, Outdoor, Safety 32 Carry-all Cases 44 Emblems 21 Stainless Steel Tableware. . . . 28 28 Carving Knives 28 28 Medals 38, 39, 40 Stationery (Bond Paper) 29 Cash Record Books 29 Trophies 35, 36, 37 Steak Knives 28 28 Certificates 20, 30, Uniforms 22, 23 Stickers (Join the Legion) 20 34, 48 48 Juvenile Shirts 22 Chairs, Folding 26 26 Charms and Bracelet Table Covers, Paper 28 28 43 Kamp Kit 14 Chinaware 27 27 Tableware Key Holders 15, 19 15 China Chips, Poker 11 27 27 Knives 15, 28 28 Paper 28 Citations 20 28 Clocks 16 16 Stainless Steel 28 28 Lamps, Initiation 29 29 Cocktail Napkins 28 28 Tables Lariat Ties 25 Coffee Urn 27 27 Banquet 27 27 Lawn Flags 5 5 . 26 Coin Cards, Containers...... 31 31 Game 26 Letter Opener Compacts 44 14 Tie Bars and Chains 13 License Plate 17 Constitution and By-Laws 20, 29 Ties 25 Life Membership Cards 10 10 Tool Kit 14 Constitution of the U. S. . . . 20 20 Lighters 11 11 Transfers 17 17 Continuous Membership Insignia 8 Correspondence Cards 29 Travel Cases 18 Travel Clocks 16 Cuff Links 13 Manual of Ceremonies 30 16 37 37 Currency Clips 13 Matches 11 Trophies 35, 36, 35, 36, Cutlery 28 28 Medals 38, 39, 40 38, 39, 40 Trousers 25 Tumblers 27 Cuts, Printing 31 31 Meeting Notice Cards 20 20 Membership Buttons, Pins, Badges 8 41 Decals 17 17 Uniform, Outfit 25 Membership Ledger 29 Declaration of Independence . 20 20 Uniform Buttons 25 Memorial Wreaths and Sprays. 33 33 Desk Urn, Coffee 27 27 Barometers 16 16 Mesh Bags 44 Clocks 16 16 Minute Books 29 Music Insignia Wall Clocks 16 Flags 3, 5 5 8, 21 3, Wallets 19 Paper Weight 11 Music Preamble 20 Warrants 20 Pens 15 15 12, 12, 14 14 Diamonds Napkins 28 28 Watch Bands 8, 9 41 10 42, 43 Watches 10 Wreaths 33 33 Dishes Novelty Items 15 15, 42 China 27 27 Paper 28 28 Outdoor Signs 32 Year Bars 7 41

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EMBLEM RESTRICTIONS Emblems of The American Legion IMPORTANT— READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ORDERING and the American Legion Auxiliary are copyrighted and pat- C. O. D. SHIPMENTS National ented (designs Nos. 54296 and 55398). Individual Posts, Units Convention mandate requires the National Emblem Sales to operate on a strictly or Departments cannot use, or grant permission for use of the cash basis. Items made to special order cannot be shipped C. O. D. All emblem or emblems (excepting as covered by National Con- orders for special type merchandise which is shipped from vention or National Executive Committee mandates) without factory should be accompanied by remittance in full. Items first obtaining approval of the National Adjutant or the Na- available from our stock can be shipped C. O. D. if desired tional Secretary. Permission to use either emblem for commer- unless engraved, lettered or stamped. cial purposes is never granted. Be The American Legion emblem is protected by Federal legis- IMPORTANT sure to give complete information when lation, ordering to avoid unnecessary correspondence which makes it a criminal offense for anyone to manu- and delay. Specify item by name and correct stock number, size, color, facture, sell or purchase for resale, the insignia either sepa- quality, quantity, lettering or engraving instructions rately or attached to any article. where necessary, and emblem desired (American Legion or Auxiliary). BUY OFFICIAL MERCHANDISE This 1956 National Emblem Complete information should be submitted with each order. Your current Sales catalog describes items available through National membership card number must be listed on order. Headquarters, and is the only official merchandise available. DELIVERIES Please note time required for delivery of many Items are priced as low as possible. Every article embodies the special items listed in the catalog. In every instance we will emblem or its reproduction of either The American Legion or endeavor to have merchandise reach you prior to stipulated the American Legion Auxiliary. You do not pay an added date. Anticipate your requirements. Place orders sufficiently in charge for the insignia. advance of your actual needs to allow ample time for delivery.

GUARANTEE Quality has not been sacrificed for price and FEDERAL TAX 10% Federal Excise tax applies on numerous The items listed in this catalog. This tax must included with American Legion guarantees to satisfy you completely. If be your remittance. Be sure to look at the bottom of each for any reason you are not completely satisfied with any article page when ordering to see if items are subject to this tax. purchased and do not receive the full service you are entitled to expect, we ask you to contact us without delay. STATE TAX On all orders from California where a USE TAX All profit, without reserve, derived from National Emblem prevails, such amounts must be added to each order. This must Sales, becomes a part of the general fund at The American be included with remittance, if order is prepaid. Otherwise it Legion or the American Legion Auxiliary National Head- will be included in C. O. D. amount. quarters, and is in turn allocated to the various programs such F. O. B. SHIPMENTS Many items are priced F. O. B. Factory. as Americanism, Child Welfare, Rehabilitation, etc. Your pur- Unless otherwise requested such items will be sent by the chases from National Emblem Sales aid these programs. cheapest and best method, C. O. D. for the freight charges.

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FOR AMERICAN LEGION AND AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY MERCHANDISE

The ideal gift for every occasion. Give an American Legion or an Auxiliary Gift Certificate.

The perfect answer to the gift problem.

Certificates can be purchased in any desired denomination. Can be used on the purchase of any item in the Emblem Catalog.

Donor will receive a gift certificate suitable for presenting to the recipient. When ordering give amount of the certificate desired, name and address of the donor, the name and address of the recipient, and whether recipient is a member of the American Legion or Auxiliary. THE AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL EMBLEM SALES, NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 700 NORTH PENNSYLVANIA STREET, INDIANAPOLIS 6, INDIANA

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