Regular Meeting of American Legion Post 3
Lincoln Elks Lodge #80
March 12, 2024
Commander Bruce Gubser opened the March 12, 2024 meeting of
American Legion Post 3 at 7:00 PM at the Lincoln Elks Lodge 80 with 26
Legionnaires present.
New Post 3 member and first-time attendee Ranier Aumer was introduced.
Veterans of the various war eras were asked to stand and be recognized.
Steve Bartos reported that he had submitted the applications for only 10
Lincoln area boys to attend Boys State this year ---- down considerably
from what used to be 15-20. He did say, however, that there might be one
or two more boys from Pius X High School who have an interest.
Ed Schnabel gave an abbreviated financial report, and it was approved and
filed for review.
Membership was reported as 1044 --- a little over 94% of goal.
NEC-man Fred Craigie indicated that the national commander had visited
Nebraska this past weekend, and Fred passed out commander’s pins to all.
William Jackson gave an Americanism report.
Gerry Wolf reported for the Honor Guard. He indicated that they remain
busy --- but perhaps a little less busy just recently. He indicated that they
would assist the Auxiliary at their upcoming event at Calvary Cemetery.
It was announced that Voiture 103 of the 40/8 would meet next Tuesday.
Commander Gubser reported for the Legion Riders. He said that they were
having amazing success with their Rifle Raffle and that there were
exceptional ticket sales at the recent ABATE show.
Commander Gubser also indicated that the Birthday Card Program in the
senior living facilities continues.
Adjutant Schnabel indicated that about 10 members had taken advantage
of the 3-year renewal option so far. He also asked that everyone be aware
of the kinds of things that can be reported on the Consolidated Post Report
and encouraged everyone to notify the Post 3 Office of their hours, miles,
dollars spent, etc. that qualify.
Commander Gubser indicated that he is still trying to schedule a speaker
from the Vet’s Center to make a presentation at a meeting ---- next month,
hopefully.
Squadron Commander Brendan Moore reported for the Sons of the
American Legion. He indicated that he has been bringing pizza to the
meetings.
Brendan also reported that although he continues to serve as a member of
the Lincoln Memorial Day Observance Association, he has stepped down
as a co-chair.
Wendy Gumb reported that she had attended the District 12 Convention in
Weeping Water last week and was impressed with National Commander
Dan Seehafer. She also talked about some of her ideas regarding Post 3
and indicated that her priorities were baseball, youth education, and
supporting veterans in the private sector.
William Jackson offered a few comments about his participation in a
program for writers.
Fred Craigie announced that National Commander Seehafer was
scheduled to testify before Congress tomorrow morning at 9:00 CDT. He
said everyone could watch it live at Legion.org.
Upon inquiry, there was some additional discussion about the meaning of
the CPR acronym for the Consolidated Post Report and the kinds of things
that can be reported on it.
The Chaplain read TAPS, and the meeting was closed in proper form at
7:40 PM.
Steve Bartos
Recorder
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