A monthly publication from Joseph C. Herbert Post 222, The American Legion, Clear Spring, MD. From the Past Commander:

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1 A monthly publication from Joseph C. Herbert Post 222, The American Legion, Clear Spring, MD. From the Past Commander: 2 July 2018 Looking back on my two years as your commander, many changes can be evidenced. The myriad of good things that have been experienced can be directly attributed to the officers who served with me. I cannot say enough good things about the officers, the S.A.L. and the Auxiliary who expended a great deal of time and energy to exact an upswing in the club's fortunes. I feel a slight affinity to President Ronald Reagan because I was surrounded by officers who were ready, willing and able to perform for Post 222. When I asked an officer to chair a committee the response was always positive and the performance admirable. When I reflect on my performance, I must hang my head because I should have done more, and I applaud the officers who pushed me to perform. Former chaplain, Kenny Clopper, continued to perform his magic with his "baby" the TRIPLE DEUCE even though he had to beg for input. Keeping in mind that Kenny now resides in Texas adds emphasis to his dedication to Post 222 even after his membership was transferred to Post 179 in New Braunfels, Texas. I want to thank our former manager, Stacey Schlotterbeck for her positive contributions to our post operations and wish her a successful future. I would have to state that my biggest disappointment was my inability to convince more members to become involved in the post's operations. Another concern is the aging membership and the failure to involve younger veterans as members of the post. Please understand that Post 222's survival depends on the ability to enhance our membership with younger veterans. I have a great deal of faith in your new commander, Jim Hutson, and ask all to show him your support!! I could extend my comments by naming the people who gave so much - instead, I offer my sincere gratitude for their dedication, Ed Clopper, Past Commander 1

2 The Adjutant s Desk: POST 222 OFFICERS Commander Jim Hutson Sr. Vice Commander Mike Shirk Jr. Vice Commander Ed Clopper Adjutant Dick Yeakle Finance Officer Roddy Rohrer Sergeant At Arms Sam Snyder Staff Judge Advocate Bill Hose Post Service Officer Robert Carbaugh Historian Buddy Hawbaker Chaplain Phil Burgan Executive Committee Gerald Shupp Dale Hull Buddy Hawbaker The 2019 membership renewal form should be coming to you soon. Dues are $35. Again, I am going to ask that you give the on-line method a try. It saves you and the Post time and money. The people who have tried it say that they will only use it from now on marks 70 yrs. that our Legion building has been built also is the 50 th. yr. that Post 222 has sponsored Cub Scout Pack 117. We could still use one or two people to help with grass mowing. Only takes a couple hrs. per week. See me if you can help. We will be doing upgrades to the parking lot lights and will be installing new lights on the hill to help light the pavilion hill road and parking lot. Would like to say THANK YOU to the Activities Committee for a great job with the steak feeds and the other fund raisers they do. CONGRATULATIONS ON 50 YRS. CONTINUOUS LEGION MEMBERSHIP Congratulations to the following Post 222 members for at least 50 years continuous Legion membership. Not present: THEODORE DUNDAS LARRY LUSHBAUGH 70 YRS: CHARLES E. SWORD 2

3 HARRY BRYAN JOHN ROYER RODNEY SHANK Dick Yeakle, Adjutant Phone:

4 From the Legion Auxiliary SCHOLARSHIPS - Our Scholarship winners this year are Taylor Thomas, who will be attending Blue Ridge Community and Technical College, and Emily Robinson, who will be attending Hagerstown Community College. We wish them the best in their studies and know that they will do well. We are very proud of both our Scholarship winners. STEAK FEED -The Unit will hold its Annual Steak Feed August 10, 2018 at the Post Pavilion. Doors open at 6:00p.m. Tickets will be on sale at the Legion Bar beginning July 1st. Tickets purchased prior to July 31st will be $16 each. After that all Steak Feed tickets will be $18. RAFFLE - Tickets for the Orioles/Tailgate Raffle are now available for purchase at the Legion Bar. Tickets are $5 each. Check the Flyer at the end of this Newsletter for all the details. We hope you will purchase a Raffle Ticket and come have a good time at our Steak Feed. We would also like to extend a "Thank You" to all who helped us at our last Bake Sale (and all those previously). Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated. Remember that all profits from Bake Sales or any Unit event will benefit our Veterans, as well as local children and youth projects, Scholarships, and our Community. We appreciate your Support!! Sharon Ensminger, Secretary/Treasurer From the S.A.L: First off thank you to everyone that supported or helped with the Gun Bonanza! A great time had by all! Mark your calendars June 1, 2019 is already reserved for next year's Gun Bonanza! The SAL is once again putting on the annual Legion Membership Picnic on Sunday September 9, This year it will be a non-refundable $5 donation per person (including $5 for your guest, total $10 with guest). Thank you for your support! From the Activities Committee Brent Mills, SAL Tickets are now available for our AYCE Shrimp Feed and Beach Party scheduled for August 18 th from any Activities Committee member or at the club bar. A super deal at $25 per person with AYCE steamed shrimp, corn on the cob, hot dogs, snacks, sodas & Legion Milk included. Mike McManus will provide the music for the Beach Party (cash bar) starting at 7 and word has it that he can jam with the best of them and features a lot of Jimmy Buffet during his show. 4

5 The October 6 th Crab Feed tickets will go on sale August 10 th. On that date you can purchase them at the CSL bar, from Committee members or at the Ladies Auxiliary Steak Feed that evening. Tickets are $40 per person and sales are limited to 125 so make sure that you get your tickets real early as these will not last long. Stadium Tavern is providing the crabs. We are doing good at our fundraiser feeds, but still would like to see a lot more member & guest support. Come out to our July 13 th event at the pavilion featuring a 10 oz steak & a hearty serving of shrimp with all the fixings, including drinks for $20, and have a great evening with us. You won't be disappointed!! During the Committee's previous meetings we started planning our New Year s Bingo event to help ring in the new year Keep us in mind for this event and plan on being with friends and playing bingo. Details will follow in the coming months. Reservations are strongly suggested for this event as the last time we had it upstairs it was a sellout Activities Committee Cindy Blair, Danny Clopper, Paul Divelbliss, Arnie Gazora, Bill Hose, Mary House, Curt Kayser, Larry Smith & Sam Snyder. Please talk to any committee member about your ideas, suggestions or any concerns or questions. Save the Date for these CSL Feeds (all at the pavilion unless noted otherwise) Friday, July 13 th, 6pm Steak & Shrimp Feed Friday, August 10 th, 6pm Steak Feed (Auxiliary) Saturday, August 18 th, 4pm AYCE Shrimp Feed & Beach Party w/mike McManus Friday, September 7 th, 6pm Steak Feed Saturday, October 6 th, Noon Crab Feed (last feed in pavilion this year)-ticket limit (125) Friday, November 2 nd, 6pm Steak & Shrimp Feed (upstairs ballroom) Thank you all for your continued support of CSL Activities. Bill Hose Activities Committee Chairperson From the Web Master Did you know that Post 222 has a Web page? Well, we do. It s On the site you can find the monthly menu, archived copies of The Triple Deuce, and other information of interest to Legion, S. A. L., and Auxiliary members. Take a look. I think you ll enjoy visiting the site. Suggestions for improvements are welcome. Greg Burgesser, Web Master 5

6 From the Editor/Publisher Well, we ve returned safe and sound from our five week and two day mile road trip. The weather was mostly good and we didn t have any maintenance issues. Visiting with long-term friends and older relatives some possibly for the last time brought home the reality of our own mortality. For example, one friend, a relationship going back to 1960, passed away on the 10 th of April, before we could visit him. I was glad to be able to attend the June Post 222 meeting. I took the following picture of the new jackets purchased for the Post Honor Guard; modeled by Past Commander Ed Clopper. I ve not included the menu in the July Newsletter as I sent it out earlier this week. Kenny Clopper, Editor & Publisher, The Triple Deuce 6

7 Future Post 222 Activities Event Date Remarks BINGO Margarita Night Every Tuesday Evening Every Wednesday Evening SAL Gulf Tournament July 6 th, 2018 Whitetail Resort Steak & Shrimp Feed July 13 th, 6pm At the Pavilion Steak Feed (Auxiliary) August 10 th, 6pm At the Pavilion Orioles Package Drawing August 10 th, 2018 At the Pavilion Shrimp Feed August 18 th, 4pm At the Pavilion Steak Feed September 7 th, 6pm At the Pavilion Membership Picnic September 9 th, 2018 At the Pavilion Crab Feed October 6 th, Noon At the Pavilion 100 Club Drawing October 13 th, 2018 At the Bar Auxiliary Bingo Night October 20 th, 2018 In the Ballroom Steak & Shrimp Feed November 2 nd, 6pm Upstairs Ballroom 7

8 RAFFLE Winning Tickets will be drawn At the Clear Spring American Legion Auxiliary Steak Feed-- August 10, 2018 First Ticket Drawn - "Orioles vs. White Sox Package" Includes: 4 seats (with parking pass) for Sunday, September 16, 2018 Second Ticket Drawn - "Tailgate Grill" and accessories $5 per ticket--available at Clear Spring American Legion Bar Benefit Veterans/Children & Youth Projects/Community 8