VFW scholarship themes for 2010-2011

Voice of Democracy – Does My Generation Have a Role in America’s Future?

Patriot’s Pen – Does Patriotism Still Matter?

MID-WINTER REP.

Junior Vice Commander in Chief Richard DeNoyer will be our National Representative at the January 2010 Mid-Winter Converence.

Junior Chief DeNoyer is a Life Member of VFW Post 1012, Medford, Mass.

DeNoyer served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1960-1982 including a tour in Vietnam.

You want to find out more about Junior Chief DeNoyer join us at Mid-Winter in Columbus, Janurary 21 to January 24, 2010 at the Ramada Plaza at 4900 Sinclair Rd.

COMING SOON

OHIO VFW BRANCH OF SERVICE DECALS.

SHOW YOUR OHIO PRIDE WITH THESE NEW MEMBER DECALS.

MADE FOR OUTDOOR USE DECALS ARE 3.75" WIDE X 4" TALL.

WE HOPE TO HAVE THE DECALS AVAILABLE BY MID WINTER.

Wayne Crane

Department community activities chairman Wayne Crane underwent By-Pass surgery Tuesday December 8th at Toledo hospital. No other information is available at this time.

DISTRICT BLOGS

IT HAS BEEN SUGGESTED THAT EACH DISTRICT CREATE A BLOG OF THEIR OWN. IT WOULD BE A FAST AND ECONOMICAL WAY OF GETTING INFORMATION OUT TO YOUR MEMBERS IN A TIMELY MANNER. YOU COULD PUT ON THE BLOG POST EVENTS, INFORM MEMBERS WHEN A COMRADE PASSES AWAY ALONG WITH FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS, ETC.
SOMEONE WOULD NEED TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE POSTINGS.
YOU COULD LINK THE DISTRICT BLOGS TO THE DEPARTMENTS BLOG.
IT WOULD ELIMINATE A NEED FOR A DISTRICT NEWS LETTER.
STEVE JONES OUR WEB MASTER HAS SENT INFORMATINO OUT TO THE DISTRICTS EXPLAINING HOW TO SET UP A BLOG.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS CONTACT STEVE JONES AT sjones35@woh.rr.com or 419-795-1595.

FLAG LOWERING

FLAG LOWERING

CURRENTLY IN OHIO IT IS THE POLICY FOR THE GOVERNOR TO ISSUE A FLAG LOWERING PROCLAMATION TO LOWER THE AMERICAN FLAG TO HALF STAFF IN THE HOME COUNTY OF A FALLEN SERVICE MEMBER FOR THE DAY OF THE FUNERAL.

THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE HAS REQUESTED A RECOMMENDATIN FROM THE ODVS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON A POSSIBLE OPTION, REQUESTED BY A FAMILY OF A FALLEN SERVICE MEMBERS, TO “ISSUE A PROCLAMATION TO LOWER THE AMERICAN FLAG TO HALF STAFF ACROSS THE STATE OF OHIO IF REQUESTED BY THE FAMILY”.

THE FLAG LOWERING PROCLAMATION AFFECTS ALL PUBLIC BUILDINGS.

MY QUESTION TO YOU IS:

1. ARE YOU IN FAVOR OF THE PROPOSED OPTION?

2. ARE YOU OPPOSED TO THE PROPOSED OPTION?

PLEASE RESPOND BY MAIL, EMAIL OR BLOG.

BUDDY POPPIES

ALL AMERICAN STAR-SPANGLED BONUS.
The Buddy Poppy Program is offering an additional opportunity to distribute poppies on March 3, in order to assist in meeting two of this year’s All American requirements. This additional Buddy Poppy date marks the anniversary of VFW’s victory in sealing the Star Spangled Banner as the national anthem on March 3, 1931. Further details on this event will be sent to each Department headquarters, Buddy Poppy chairmen and Post Commanders.

Gerald Gilgenbach

Gerry is now in a nursing home, rehab facility. He is doing so much better. He is at the following address.

The Manor at Perrysburg
250 Manor Dr
Perrysburg, Ohio 43551

Wesley Willis

Services for Wesley Willis

Thursday, December 3, 2009 at the St. Lukes Missionary Baptist Church, 2262 N. Gettysburg Ave., Dayton at 11:00 AM with VFW Services at 10:30 AM

CLUB BREAK INS

During the past several months there has been a rash of break-ins and thefts at veterans and fraternal clubs across the state. The clubs suffered property damage and lost thousands of dollars in cash.

These crimes can happen anywhere: In recent weeks, thieves have targeted clubs in Erie, Lorain and Harrison counties; in Cincinnati, an American Legion post was burglarized on Veterans Day.

I wanted to let you know about these crimes so that you will take time to reflect on your own situation. It is important to point out that investigators believe the burglars targeted the clubs because they knew there were large amounts of cash on hand. Bingo and other fundraising events can make a club particularly attractive to thieves.

Most criminals are opportunists, and you can make their work more difficult and more dangerous by taking steps to reduce the criminal opportunity. Here are a few suggestions:

* Keep as little money as possible on hand. Have a process in place to make regular bank deposits. (Some police departments provide escorts for bank deposits.)
* Install an alarm system. Check the system daily and run a test when closing.
* Make sure all outside entrances and inside security doors have deadbolt locks.
* Light the inside and outside of your building, especially around doors and windows.
* Consider installing a video surveillance system. This can serve as a deterrent as well as provide evidence in the event of a break-in.

By taking precautions, clubs can protect themselves from theft.