Oct 2013 - Post 259

AMERICAN LEGION
CLINTON POST 259
9122 Piscataway Road
Clinton, Maryland 20735
(301) 868-2550
Web Site: post259.org
October
Charles Lewis - Editor
FOR GOD AND COUNTRY......
Haywood V. Moss Commander
2013
Congratulations to Commander Gary Castleman, Officers and members of Sons of the American Legion Squadron 259 for a
well-planned and executed golf tournament. There were over two hundred and twenty participants. Everyone seemed to
have had wonderful time. Members of the Legion and Auxiliary assisted in helping to assure the success of this SAL’s
event.
UPCOMING EVENTS: None to report for the month of October.
Crab Feast: Due to the high cost of Crabs this year, we have decided to cancel our annual Crab Feast. We have attempted
to present events that are affordable, fun, and at a reasonable price.
DUES: As reported in last month’s newsletter, we are collecting dues. We encourage you to pay before November 15, 2013
which would make you eligible to be entered into the Early Bird contest. For those who are not familiar with the Early Bird
contest. paying your dues before November 15, 2013 entitles you to be entered into a drawing to have your $30.00
applied to 2015 dues. The Post will return $30.00 to 10 members as a reward for paying their dues early. You can drop
your $30.00 off in the Post Canteen, or pay your dues online at www.mylegion.org, using your credit card.
NATIONAL COMMANDER’S TESTIMONY:
On September 10, 2013, Our National Commander, Daniel M. Dellinger appeared before the Senate and House Committee
on Veteran’s Affairs. His presentation was outstanding on the following subjects pertaining to veterans:
Protect Defense, and VA from Budget Wars. Reverse the VA Claims Backlog. Improve Medical Transition Process. Properly
Treat All Veterans Exposed to Hazardous Chemicals, and Environments. Improve VA Health Care. Fix compliance issues,
state of distrust. Enhance Care for Women Veterans. Prioritize Finding Treatments for PTSD, TBI. Expand VETS Program.
Help Veterans Start Businesses. End Veteran Homelessness. Ratify Disabilities Treaty. Protect the Flag of the United States
of America. To learn more visit www.legion.org.
Your input and suggestions are welcome on how we can improve our Post and activities.
In Legion Service for God, and Country,
Haywood V. Moss
Commander
Post 259
Post Officers
2013 – 2014
Upcoming Events
Event
Leader
Commander
Haywood V. Moss
Installation - June 2014 - Outgoing Commander
1st Vice Commander
Gary Gifford
S.A.L. 259 Golf Tournament – Sept 2013 – S.A.L.
2nd Vice Commander
Matthews Garofalo Veteran’s Day Service – Nov 2013 – Auxiliary Unit
3rd Vice Commander
George Martin
Adult Christmas Party – Dec 2013 - Legion
Adjutant
Robert A. Wilson
Children Christmas Party – Dec 2013 – Legion
Assistant Adjutant
Vacant
Super Bowl Party – Feb 2014 - Legion
Judge Advocate
Elbert “ED” White
St. Patrick Day Dinner – Mar 2014 – Legion
Service Officer
James Woodland
Upper Marlboro Day Beer Sales – May 2014 – S.A.L.
Finance Officer
Richard Switzer
Assistant Finance Officer – Vacant
JBA Joint Service Open House – May 2015 – Legion
This event is held every two (2) years
Memorial Day – May 2014 - Legion
Historian
Charles Lewis
Flag Day – June 2014 - Legion
Chaplain
Thomas Treichel
AL Golf Tournament – June 2014 - Legion
Sgt At Arms
John Jackson
Crab Feast – September, 2014 - Legion
Thanksgiving Feast – November 2013 - Legion
Executive Committee
Jerald Thompson
Joseph DeCenzo
Joseph Morgan
The American Legion
Clinton Post 259
9122 Piscataway Road
Clinton, Maryland 20735
Phone:
301-868-2550
Website: www.post259.org
Clinton Post 259 Newsletter is published
monthly on Post 259 website
We welcome your news, ideas, suggestions,
comments or questions for future issues.
Drop them off at the Post – Attention
Newsletter Editor
Or forward to
Clewis4544@aol.com
National Executive Committee
Elbert D. White – Alternate National Executive Committeeman
We need your assistance, let us know of any our
members who are sick or in the hospital
Please call
(301) 868-2550
If you have moved, please contact the Post with
your new address
Auxiliary Officers
Legion Rider Officers
President: Rose Butler
Vice President: Judith Woodland
Secretary :Freida Skaggs
Treasurer: Antoinette Carr
Historian: Vivian Boyd
Chaplain: Sharon Franklin
Sgt At Arm:Ruth King
Gold Star: Mickey McKitrick
Advisor: Liz White
Verna Thompson
Barbara Theesen
Director: Larry “Doc” McBean
Asst. Director: Donald Ennis
Secretary: Brie O’Neal
Treasurer/Safety Officer
Robin Lindsey
Chaplain: James Burrows
Road Captain:Murray Hall
Historian: Vacant
Sgt At Arms: A. R. Bradley
S.A.L. Officers
Commander: Gary Castleman
1st Vice: Dave Desmarais
2nd Vice: David Hutchinson
Finance Officer:
Sgt At Arms: Richard (Todd) Harding
Adjutant: Rich A. Walsh Jr.
Historian: Robert “Reds” Aliff
Chaplain: Gary “GJ” Shafer
Advisor: Jim Cox
George Bucklew
Have You Paid Your 2014 Dues?
Drop them in the mail or drop them off at the Post
The cost for renewal is $30.00
Renew Now – Please give us your e-mail address
Need Help in Obtaining Benefits and/or Medical Care Don’t Go It Alone
Contact
American Legion Post 259
Service Officer
James R. Woodland
Home: 301 283-6451
Cell: 301 283-5047
E-Mail: jamesr.woodland@yahoo.com
You are not alone
CHARLOTTE HALL
Post 259 held their monthly BINGO program at the home on 11 September 2013. Al Elmond, Marie Schafer, and
her friend Tilley Garcia were the post 259 volunteers with much appreciated help from Mr. and Mrs. Chuck
Whitworth, and Chopticon High School ROTC student Ashley Turner.
Thanks to the Auxiliary for providing the snacks for the evening. The next BINGO will be 9 October 2013.
Pictures this month include a small bus provided by the American Legion Family Department of Maryland; “Wall of
Fame and Oral History” that marks the wall for resident display entries; an entry on the wall of husband and wife coresidents; ROTC Student Ashley Turner and resident James Banks; Volunteer Shirley Davis (black blouse) and
resident Lloyd Widdowson; and Charlotte Hall Employee Christian Kelly and resident Margaret Beavers.
Helping hands are always welcome. The rewards are priceless from a very grateful group of heroes.
Al Elmond
OCTOBER ACTIVITY CALENDAR
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
1
st
Wednesday
nd
2
Shrimp Night
5:30PM until
7:30PM
Thursday
rd
Friday
th
Saturday
3
Call the Post for
Special Meal Menu
301 868-2550
4
Bingo
Early
Bird –
7:15PM
5th
10th
Call the Post for
Special Meal Menu
301 868-2550
11th
Bingo
Early
Bird –
7:15PM
12th
17th
18th
Bingo
Early
Bird –
7:15PM
19th
24th
25th
Bingo
Early
Bird –
7:15PM
26th
Pinochle
6th
7th
SAL Meeting
7:00PM
8th
9th
Shrimp Night
5:30PM until
7:30PM
Pinochle
13th
14th
Auxilliary Meeting
6:30PM
15th
16th
Shrimp Night
5:30PM until
7:30PM
Pinochle
20th
21st
Exec Comm
Meeting
6:30PM
22nd
23rd
Shrimp Night
5:30PM until
7:30PM
Pinochle
27th
28th
General
Membership
Meeting at 7:30PM
29TH
Legion Riders
Meeting at
7:00pm
30th
Shrimp Night
5:30PM until
7:30PM
31st
Pinochle
Post 259 will host its Annual Thanksgiving Feast
November 28, 2013
Cost for the event is $12.00
Don’t forget to sign-up
New Members
Name
Alfred Durham
Walter Harvey
Thomas E. Morgera
Plato Z. Moore
James R. Reid
Elliott W. Spence
Peggy A. Magee
Service
USMC
USAF
USMC
USN
USN
USAF
USAF
War Era
Lebanon/Grenada
Viet Nam
Persian Gulf
Viet Nam – Awaiting DD214
Korea
Viet Nam
Persian Gulf
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
CLINTON POST 259
P.O. Box 17
Clinton, MD 20735
AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP
DUES FOR 2014 ARE NOW BEING COLLECTED
If you are paying at the bar and you do not have your renewal notice, please fill
out a blue card and give it and your dues to the bartender. Blue cards are in the
wooden box on the right as you enter the bar door.
Dues for sr’s are $20.00 and jr’s are $4.00
Please call me if you have any questions regarding membership.
2014 dues must be paid by January 31, 2014 per department or you will be
delinquent and shall be suspended from all membership privileges.
Liz White
Membership Chairman
(301) 868-1612
2013 CHRISTMAS PARTY
The Annual Christmas Party will be held on December 8, 2013 it will run from 1:00 p.m. until
4:00 p.m. A variety of entertainment will keep the children occupied until the arrival of
Santa Claus. Who will give a gift to every child 10 and under.
In order to be eligible for this party you must be a paid up member of Post 259. Fill out the
application below and have it in no later than November 20, 2013.
NOTE: When filling out this application, make sure the last name is filled in on both the
children and the adult party.
CHILDREN MUST BE PRESENT TO RECEIVE GIFTS
First & Last Name of Child:
___________________________________ SEX: ______ AGE: _____
First & Last Name of Child:
___________________________________ SEX: ______ AGE: _____
First & Last Name of Child:
___________________________ ________SEX: ______ AGE: _____
First & Last Name of Child:
___________________________________ SEX: ______ AGE: _____
MEMBERSHIP CARD NUMBER MD 259: ____________________
PHONE NUMBER: _____________________ EMAIL ADDRESS: _______________________
2013 ADULT CHRISTMAS PARTY
The Annual Adult Christmas Party will be held on December 15, 2013 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM.
There will be an open bar from 5:00PM until 6:00PM. Dinner will be served from 6:00PM until
7:00PM with dancing to follow.
In order to be eligible for this party you must be a paid up member of Post 259 and have
submitted this application to the Post home not later than December 1, 2013.
As usual seating arrangements will be assigned according to the first 175 names received by the
cutoff date. A charge of $10.00 per person must accompany each application. Each member is
entitled to bring his or her spouse or significant other.
Name: ______________________________ Attendees: ___Self ___ Spouse___ Friend___
Membership No.: _______________ Would like to sit with: ________________________
Please enclose check with application – Make check payable to A.L. Post 259
For additional information contact Ms Diane Miller at (301) 868-2550
SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION POST 259
Mike Hunnicutt Memorial Golf Tournament
The S.A.L. golf tournament held on September 11, 2013 was a huge success despite the hot
weather. Everyone that attended seemed to enjoy themselves. “We had plenty of cold beverages”.
We would like to take this opportunity to thanks the following volunteers that gave up their day
to help the S.A.L. make this another great tournament.
Haywood Moss
Matthew Garofalo
Robby Robinson
Charles Lewis
Richard Howard
George Bucklew
Rose Butler
Freida Skaggs
Eugene Murray
Frank Hendrix
Moe Maroney
Paul Poteat
Shirley Garofalo
Kim Lazorcak
Toni Carr
Sara Bucklew
Robert “Reds” Aliff
Gary “GJ” Shafer
Rich Walsh
Robert “Todd” Harding
Sheri Tuma
Kenny Hendrix
Brian Miller
Anne Richards
Wayne Berbig
Dave Desmarias
David Hutchinson
Richard Coppage Diane Miller
I would personally like to thank Anne Richards, Diane Miller, Richard Coppage and George
Bucklew for the multiple days they spent helping to put this year’s tournament together.
S.A.L. Grill Winner: Mr. John Rodgers
We would like to thanks our 2013 Clinton Sons of the American Legion Post
259 Golf Tournament Hole Sponsors & Person Making Donations.
DG&E HVAC Service LLC
Hero Home Source
Texas Ribs & BBQ
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
301 377-6427
Clinton, MD 20735
38472 Arlington Drive
301 343-1925
Helen Gaynor
Jack Winegardner Chevrolet
The Hideaway
Fort Washington, MD
Clinton, MD 20735
11001 Indian Head Hwy.
7701 Old Branch Ave
301 877-0323
B. K. Miller Meat and Liquors
6421 Old Alexandria Ferry
9024 Old Branch Ave
301 292-6500
301 856-1158
301 868-2500
Charlie’s Family Restaurant
Cosmo Air Purification
Keller Sheet Metal
Fort Washington, MD 20944
Landover, MD
Clinton, MD 20735
12760 Old Fort Road
301 292-0655
3611 Pennsy Drive
301 925-1604
Clinton, MD 20735
7732A Old Alex Ferry Rd
301 877-0087
American Legion Post 259
Ladies Auxiliary Unit 259
Kim’s Kantina
VFW Post 9376
Willard B. Cox, D.D.S.
Marylanders for Miller
9600 Brandywine Road
7905 Malcolm Rd. Suite 104
J. Paul Duke Jr. Memorial
Clinton, MD 20735
301 868-1998
ATM Solutions
Mark D. Greenstein, D.M.D. PA
Clinton, MD 20735
301 868-7228
Mac & Jim Inc.
Bayview Title LLC
9001 Livingston Road
Suite 201
10855 Town Center Blvd.
Mac’s Sunnybrook
301 580-2120
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Steve Caton
301 248-9596
10515 Theodore Green Blvd
White Plains, MD 20695
410 586-0143
Electronic Security Service Inc Hovermale’s Tastes Best
Exit Elite Realty
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
301 277-EXIT
15050 Buck Lane
9011 Livingston Road
301 780-8480
301 248-2710
Silesia Liquors
10909 Livingston Rd.
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Tribles Inc.
16200 Queens Court
Hero Home Source
301 377-6424
Exit Landmark Realty
8222 Schultz Road #100
Fort Washington, MD 20744 Upper Marlboro, MD
301 292-1542
301 430-6100
Clinton, MD 20735
Gary & Anne
Central Michigan University
Columbia Moose Lodge 126
301 568-0545
Clinton, MD 20735
Tri-State Sportsman Club
Andrews.AFB@cmich.edu
240 305-7996
10404 Brandywine Road
301 568-0545
Mama Stella’s
Brennan Title Company
Clinton, MD 20735
Camp Sprig, MD 20746
7918 Old Branch Ave
301 868-3057
In Memory of Duke Coppage Electrical Automation Service Inc.
7905 Eton Lane
Clinton, MD 20735
240 997-2477
5865 Allentown Road
301 780-8480
Trible
3410 Mountain Road
Pasadena, MD 21122
410 437-3103
Door Prize Donation
Mr. Al Fenstomoker - Charlie’s Pizzaria - Gary & Anne - A.L. Post 259 – Maryland Lottery
Jeff Sheriff – Marlton Golf Course – The Course of Andrews – Bozick – Foster’s Grille
George Bucklew
I do apologize in advance if I missed anyone
Gary “Slimmy” Castleman
2013-2014 S.A.L. Commander