The Scuttlebutt Newsletter Intracoastal Detachment 1058 Marine Corps League PO Box 11248 mcleague1058.org Fort Lauderdale, FL 33339 January 2012 Marines and Corpsmen: Happy New Year Leathernecks! Hope everyone had a nice holiday season to round up 2011. With the new year coming in, we look forward to continuing our mission of service and assistance to our veterans and community. This month we will be returning to the annual Isle Casino and Racing RV Show in Pompano for a weekend of recruiting and fundraising. While working on getting our name out in the public, we will also be collecting donations for the benefit of the Injured Warriors Fund of Florida, LLC. This wounded troops program is sponsored by the Department of Florida Marine Corps League and has done a great job in helping to support our injured servicemen and women in the State. Recently, they were instrumental in helping to raise funds for Marine Sgt. Matt Berube, who was severely injured in Afghanistan after stepping on an IED. So, if you have the opportunity, kindly consider coming out to volunteer for our Detachment exhibit booth on either Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, January 27, 28, 29, (see page 3 for details). Thanks again to all of our inaugural semester donors of the Ted Bolender Scholarship Program. Your generosity has enabled us to establish a good base for our scholarship fund and will allow for a number of awards to be given this year. Also, everyone keep a look out for the release of the Fall Semester packet coming soon! Sadly, last month a locally stationed Marine, Major Samuel Griffith, was killed in action in Afghanistan while serving with 4th ANGLICO, out of West Palm Beach, FL. As many of you know, this hits close to home as the General A. A. Vandergrift Detachment MCL has a close relationship with the Marines of 4th ANGLICO and a number of you have attended their Birthday Ball events over the years. Please remember to keep the Major’s family in your thoughts & prayers and don’t forget our troops who continue their fight into another year. Take care and we’ll see you at the next meeting on Thursday January 19th, 2012 ! Semper Fi, Scott Vulpis Commandant, MCL Det. 1058 Detachment Digest - Page 2 MCL Recruiting Exhibit & Fundraiser - Page 3 Ted Bolender Scholarship Donors - Page 4 Detachment Christmas Luncheon - Page 5 Marine Corps News - Page 6 Taps - Page 7 Military Quiz “Who Am I ?”- Page 8 How To Purchase “Undress” Uniform - page 9 MCLA Unit 1058 - Page 10 PAGE 2 THE SCUTTLEBUTT NEWSLETTER JAN 2012 Detachment Digest - December 2011 GENERAL MEETING MINUTES MARINE CORPS LEAGUE 1058 THURSDAY DECEMBER 15TH, 2011 HELD AT AMERICAN LEGION POST #142 Meeting was called to Order by Commandant Scott Vulpis at 19:30 hrs. Opening Ceremony: Acting Sgt. at Arms Marty Winston posted the colors and led the Detachment in the Pledge of Allegiance, and then declared the meeting open for official business. Acting Chaplain Jim DuVallread the Opening Prayer. Roll Call: Elected Officers present: Cmdt Scott Vulpis and JVC Marty Winston, Guests: Our Guest for the evening was Marine Jerry Rappaport who served in the WWII island campaign. Minutes of Previous Meeting: Copies of Minutes from the members meeting on November 17th, 2011, were passed around for the members review. A motion was made by Gene Bredeck to accept the minutes as presented and was seconded by Kevin Bolender and carried to a unanimous vote, none opposed. Paymaster Report: Copies of the Paymaster Report were passed around for the members review. A motion was made by Gene Bredeck to accept the report as presented and was seconded by Marine Bill Banks and carried to a unanimous vote, none opposed. Cmdt Vulpis thanked Marine Bill Banks who made a donation this evening of $100.00 to the Ted Bolender Scholarship Fund. Report of any Members or Family sick or in distress: Cmdt. Vulpis commented that Sgt at Arms Bob Coleman was unable to attend the evenings meeting due to a spell of bronchitis. He also reported that JPC Ed Johnson’s wife Alice was still feeling ill from her broken arm injury. Old Business: Detachment Christmas Luncheon. Cmdt. Vulpis thanked everyone again who attended the luncheon, especially those who brought donations for Toys for Tots. He also asked Marine Kevin Bolender to comment on how he acquired so many toy donations. Kevin replied that every year at Executive Hardware they sell and collect toys for Toys for Tots and he had also taken a collection at his flying club’s Christmas party, as well. Ted Bolender Scholarship Program. Cmdt. Vulpis announced that the Fall Semester 2012 scholarship program was coming out and there would be only a minor change or two, for the requirements. He discussed that we would be making the awards for $500.00 and asked for any consideration of previous discussions on allowing the local Marine JROTC and children of wounded troops for eligibility. Marine Gene Bredeck expressed that we should continue to keep the eligibility requirements for Detachment children and grandchildren only and if there is anything left after that, then consider outside students. Marine Bill Amos gave recommendations for changing the essay subject matter each semester. Cmdt. Vulpis also talked about fundraising for this semester by having a cash drawing, similar to other MCL scholarship programs. Advertising and Recruiting. Membership Committee Chairman Gene Bredeck was given the floor to speak about recruiting along with bringing a thousand Detachment business cards for everyone to hand out to possible recruits. Also, he challenged everyone to bring in at least one recruit each. Marine David Knipp, suggested we have a contest with a prize for the person who recruits the most members. Brandon Harris recommended Facebook.com as one of the best ways to reach younger people. For everyone's information, Cmdt. Vulpis followed with calling out the Detachment Facebook URL address at: thttp://www.facebook.com/mclintracoastal1058 . Furthermore, Gene Bredeck stated that Craigslist.com was another form of free online advertising that should be considered, as well. Young Marines of Miami. Cmdt Vulpis reported that the Young Marines had successfully made their trip to Pearl Harbor for a December 7th Wreath Laying ceremony. Additionally, Marine Lou Slagle of the Bruce Carter Detachment is planning to bring some of the kids up to a future Intracoastal Detachment Meeting to discuss their trip. Honor Guard Detail. Marine Don Justis was given the floor to speak about starting a Detachment Honor Guard detail. He explained that we would need a minimum of six shooters to be suited in the MCL Undress uniform and would need a minimum of (6) six rifles with blanks and firing adapters. Continued on page 4 JAN 2012 THE SCUTTLEBUTT NEWSLETTER PAGE 3 Volunteers Needed The Intracoastal Detachment 1058 will be setting up an MCL Recruiting and Fund- raising Exhibit at the Isle Casino & Racing RV Show and will need volunteers to help man our booth for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, January 27, 28, 29, 2012 , anytime between the hours of 10:00 am to 5 p.m. 1800 Southwest 3rd Street, Pompano Beach, FL To sign up for a time slot, kindly contact Cmdt. Scott Vulpis at 954-801-4366 or email [email protected] Sign Up Today! Donations will go to benefit the Injured Warriors Fund of Florida, LLC, Sponsored by the Department of Florida Marine Corps League. http://www.injuredwarriorsoffl.com/ SOUTH FLORIDA RV SHOW Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun – January 26, 27, 28 & 29,2012.... 10 - 5 P.M. 1800 Southwest 3rd Street, Pompano Beach, FL FREE Admission! – FREE Parking! • RV Dealers from around the State – Motor Homes, Travel Trailers, Coach Homes, 5th Wheels, Tent trailers.....all sizes, all types! • Vendors – RV Accessories, RV Resorts, RV Rentals, RV Storage, Harley Davidson, Vespa, Dish Network, Verizon, Maroone Chevrolet, Boating World, Golf Carts, Elec. Bikes, Mattresses, Jewelry, Hats, Solar products, Banks, Ins. Financing, Gifts ..................and much, much more! • Hospitality Tent w/beer bar and featuring Country music by DJ “Tommy Lew” all 4 days! • Casino – live action Poker and more. • Live Harness Racing & Gourmet Food Trucks Sat. Night 7-10 P.M. • Security 24/7 • Snack Food Vendors.......plus 4 Restaurants in Casino • Advertising on TV, Radio, Print, Direct Mail & Billboards! • Live Radio Remote – WIRK-FM 107.9 Country – Sat. 12-2 • Prizes & Surprises! • Civic Org’s: U.S. Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Fire & Broward Sheriff’s Office “Crimestoppers” display, Swat Team, K-9 and demonstrations! • VIP Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Media event PAGE 4 THE SCUTTLEBUTT NEWSLETTER JAN 2012 Ted Bolender Scholarship Program THANK YOU 2012 AGAIN ! We are grateful to our supporters for their interest and investment in the inaugural year of the Intracoastal Detachment 1058 Ted Bolender Scholarship Program. Because of their generosity, we will be able to provide financial assistance to qualified students who are family members of the Detachment and Auxiliary 1058. 2012 Inaugural Supporters Kevin & Mary Bolender Mr. & Mrs. Gene Bredeck Mr. Bob Coleman Mr. Bill Banks, Absolute Fire Mr. John Gullman, PNC Financial Group Mr. Charles DiPaola Mr. Paul Greenwood & For Those Who Wish to Remain Anonymous and Participated in our 2011 Birthday Ball and Tag Sale Activities. ...Detachment Digest Continued From Page 2 Additionally , he said a good Honor Guard team is very impressive and can be a useful asset for a number of MCL functions in our community. Cmdt. Vulpis asked anyone interested in participating in an honor guard squad, to contact him or Marine Don Justis at 954-857-3541. Isle Casino and Racing, RV Show- Cmdt. Vulpis announced that the Detachment would be participating in the 2nd Annual RV show, running from Thursday January 26th through Sunday the 29th.