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From the Helm Gary D. Nasby- Commandant

Hiram I. Bearss Det. #089

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THIS ISSUE TO SUPPORT THE DETACHMENT! **In this issue you will find the new 2014 version of the member-ship application. This new one includes FMF Corpsman as eligi-ble for membership.**

I am available at for your comments and discussion: Semper Fidelis- Gary D. Nasby Phone- (317) 855-8798

E-Mail– hibcommandant@indymarines.org

SCUTTLEBUTTSCUTTLEBUTTSCUTTLEBUTT MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF THE

HIRAM I. BEARSS MARINE CORPS LEAGUE –DET #089

Indianapolis, Indiana EDITOR: GARY D. NASBY

Volume 2014 - Issue 7 August 2014 www.IndyMarines.org

2014 Detachment Officers

______________________________ “A Marine is a Marine. I set that policy two weeks ago - there's no such thing as a former Marine. You're a Ma-rine, just in a different uniform and you're in a different phase of your life. But you'll always be a Marine because you went to Parris Island, San Diego or the hills of Quan-tico. There's no such thing as a former Marine.” General James F. Amos, 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps

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If you know of someone sick, recovering from surgery or illness, or in distress please notify me so a card from the members of the Detachment can be sent to them, or a phone call made to check up on them.

COMMANDANT GARY NASBY

SR. VICE TIM HUTCHISON

JR. VICE JOHN LUND

ADJUTANT/PAYMASTER MIKE WUKITSCH

JUDGE ADVOCATE ORAN LAKIN

CHAPLAIN JESUS QUINTANA

SGT-AT-ARMS MIKE REAGAN

Jr. PAST COMMANDANT BUD ALBRIGHT

Chaplains Corner:

hibchaplain@indymarines.org

317-445-9509

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STOP IN ANY 2nd or 4th THURSDAY OF THE MONTH @ 18:00, MEET SOME MARINES, TAKE A TOUR, AND SEE WHAT WE ARE ABOUT

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Commentary by Jim Wade– MCL Department of Indiana Commandant 2014-2015

Commandant’s Report on National Convention 2014 Indiana was well represented at National this year. I sat next to PDC Hunsinger and PDC Englert, and HIB Commandant Nasby, Karen Englert and Shockey Commandant Kelly Gilli-han. There were 13 members from HIB 089, 4 members from River Cities 1090, 2 from Shockey

960, 4 from Bray 471, 6 from Tripoli 844, 2 from Southern Indiana Leathernecks 931, 1 from Whitewater Valley 96 and I hope I didn’t miss anyone. The big event was the 75th Anniversary of the Military Order of Devil Dogs and there were many there to be promoted. Some of the high lights were having as our host Medal of Honor recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams. Look up his story on line. The convention book dedicated three pages to his story. The opening ceremony was done by PNC Paul Hastings, one of my favorites. The normal introduction of honored guest, presentation of colors, pledge and singing of National Anthem, and prayer. One of the speakers was Mayor of Charleston WV was Marine Danny Jones, who stated that West Virginia is the most patriotic state in the union with one in every 10 citizens is a veteran. When the credentials committee chair read off the delegate votes that final day, it was amazing that the total was 18,912 votes from 43 Departments present and one third of all Detachments were present. Monday I sat through all reports until close, and was at the opening of business on Tuesday, but during the break, I was called to see National Commandant Tuohy who informed me that one of our members had an accident and was at the ER of a Hospital across the street. I spent the remainder of that day with him. Wednesday was a Devil Dog final and 75th M.O.D.D. Supreme Growl Thursday’s agenda was crammed with so many reports that they didn’t get through them all and some were carried over to Friday. The nomination of officers was last thing on Thursday afternoon, John Kovalcik nominated for Commandant, Richard Gore nominated for senior Vice,and two contested offices. Junior Vice Commandant was a surprise when there were four marines nominated for that office. There were two marines nominated for the office of Judge Advocate. There were many good reports, and many donations made to Marines helping Marines-Wounded Warrior program. One very sad note was that PNC Paul Hastings was stepping down as Comptroller for health reasons, after 29 years of service to National. I spoke to him later, and thanked him for his loyal and dedicated service, and told him that I wish him speedy recovery. He is a very serious and dedicated member, but also brought some fun to the meetings. Friday began with a Chapel of Four Chaplains Program, and then the opening for business. Many of the reports left over from Thursday were done Friday, including Commandant’s awards. The elections were done by Delegate vote and Credentials Chair read off the votes per state, and we had to line up ac-cording to states from A to Z which there is no state that starts with Z. Wendell Webb, Division Vice for Midwest won hands down with over 11,000 votes so he is our new National Junior Vice. The election for Judge Advocate was another hands down victory for Dennis Tobin who Won by over 13,000 votes. After all announcements, and the close of business session, Gary Nasby and I left for home. It was an easy drive, just stopped for gas, head call and coffee. He did all the driving, and I did most of the laughing. Too many rude drivers on the road. If you have not been to a National Convention, I would suggest that you plan to go. It is time well spent, and you will learn many good things. Next year, 2015, will be in Scottsdale, Arizona at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort . Reservations cal be made at 1-800-832-2025 and make sure you tell them you are a member of the Marine Corps League. Semper Fi Jim Wade Commandant, Department of Indiana

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Life membership dues (Sect. 645-646) structure has changed as of last years 2013 Convention. National By-Laws reprinted 2/2014: Sect. 645 Life Member dues: 0-35 $500 36-50 $400 51-64 $300 65-over $200 These fees are paid directly to National. They keep $50 for administrative fees, and the rest is deposited into the Life Member fund. Starting on the second anniversary of the membership proceeds from this membership are split into 1/3 payments and sent to Detachment, Department, and National. Sect. 646 covers this.

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August 3-9 (Sun-Sat) MCL National Convention– Charleston, WV 9 (Sat) CIYM Golf Tournament– Winding Ridge GC 14 (Thur) HIB Membership Meeting 1900- (PitchIn dinner 1800)- @MBI 28 (Thur) Staff Meeting-1800 @ MBI– POUND 111 GROWL 1900 30 (Sat) HIB marches in 2014 Miracle Mile Parade 29-30-1 (Fri-Sun) Indy 1500 GunShow @ State Fair grounds September 11 (Thur) HIB Membership Meeting 1900- (PitchIn dinner 1800)- @MBI 13 (Sat) 6th Annual Leatherneck Open Golf Tournament– Morningstar Golf Course 25 (Thur) Staff Meeting-1800 @ MBI October 24 (Fri) Bingo hall opening for HIB Members and guests 31 (Fri) Bingo Hall Grand Opening to the public November 11 (Tues) Downtown Vet Day Parade– HIB Marches

Mark Your Calendar!

HIB MCL OFFICER ROSTER Commandant Gary Nasby Sr. Vice Commandant Tim Hutchison Jr. Vice Commandant John Lund Adj/PayMaster Mike Wukitsch Judge Advocate Oran Lakin

Chaplain Jesus Quintana, Jr Sergeant at Arms Mike Regan Jr. Past Commandant Bud Albright

HIB MCL COMMITTEE ROSTER VAVS Representative Jesus Quintana, Jr. VAVS Deputy Diana Ward Raffles Tony Mungovan Stars and Stripes Jim Wade Scuttlebutt / WebSgt Gary Nasby Awards Oran Lakin Christmas Banquet Tony Mungovan Historian- Joe Lohman Boy Scout Eagle Awards Joe Lohman Toys For Tots Bud Albright Parades/Gaming Tony Mungovan MCL Svc. Officer Diane Ward Young Marines Liaison Dave Hulett Quartermaster Bud Albright Training Officer Tim Hutchison MFI Grant Officer Mike Wukitsch Honor Guard Jesus Quintana

Central Indiana Marine Points of Contact

MCL DEPT of IN Cmdt– Jim Wade– (765) 720-4745 Marine Corps League H.I. Bearss Det: Office 317-546-7228 HIB Commandant Gary Nasby 317-855-8798 HIB Chaplain Jesus Quintana 317-445-9509 Nat Mar Cor Museum, St IN Liaison: Russ Eaglin 317-201-7066 1st Marine Division Association: Guy Miller 317-293-7594 3rd Marine Division Association: Russ Eaglin 317-201-7066 Montford Point Association: Robert D. Smith 317-924-9790 Woman Marine Association: Connie Hamm 317-345-0070 Marine Inspector Instructor: 1st Sgt Wooten 317-923-1584 Marine Recruiting Service: Maj. Geoff Hollopeter 317-549-6127 Marine For Life Program: Vacant Central Indiana Young Marines: Robert Lee -317-358-7457 Speedway Young Marines: Dave Hulett 317-508-2763 Editor, Scuttlebutt & HIB WebSgt: Gary Nasby 317 855-8798 MarCorScholarship Found: Capt Edward Smid 317-690-9369 USMC TSO INDY– SARAH WASSON- (317) 200-3452 Marine Foundation of Indiana- Charles Haislip— 317-440-2516 Marine Corps CoOrdinating Council– WO2 Chris King– 317-902-4355

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This Month in History

Selected August Dates of Marine Corps Historical Significance

1 August 1944: After nine days of fighting in a battle termed "the perfect amphibious operation of World War II," MajGen Harry Schmidt, commander of V Amphibious Corps, declared the island of Tinian secured. The combination of surprise, heavy preas-sault bombardment, and effective logistical support was responsible for Tinian's recapture with a much lower casualty rate (344 killed and 1550 wounded) than had been experienced in previous landings.

3 August 1950: Eight Corsairs of VMF-214, the famed "Black Sheep" squadron of World War II, launched from the USS Sicilyand executed the first Marine aviation mission in the Korean War in a raid against enemy installations near Inchon. After the F4Us de-livered their incendiary bombs and rockets on their targets, the Marines concluded their greeting to the Communist troops with a series of strafing runs.

7 August 1990: President Bush ordered U.S. military aircraft and troops to Saudi Arabia as part of a multinational force to defend that nation against possible Iraqi invasion. One week later the Marine Corps announced the commitment of 45,000 troops to the Persian Gulf area as part of Operation Desert Shield which would become the largest deployment of U.S. forces since the Vi-

9 August 1942: With the Guadalcanal airstrip secure after heavy fighting with the Japanese, the 1st Engineer Battalion com-menced work on the runway using captured equipment. Three days later, on 12 August, the first plane landed on Henderson Field, a Navy PBY which evacuated two wounded Marines. Nearly 3,000 wounded Marines would be evacuated from Henderson Field

17 August 1942: Just prior to dawn, the 2d Marine Raider Battalion under LtCol Evans F. Carlson landed on Makin Island from the submarines Nautilus and Argonaut. The next day the Marines left the island after destroying a seaplane base, two radio sta-tions, a supply warehouse, and killing about 100 Japanese soldiers.

21 August 1968: PFC James Anderson, Jr., was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor by Secretary of the Navy, Paul R. Ignatius, for heroism in Vietnam while serving as a rifleman with Company F, 2d Battalion, 3d Marines in February 1967. This was the first Medal of Honor presented to an African-American Marine. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Anderson, Sr., received the award during ceremonies at Marine Barracks, 8th and I.

23 August 1984: The last Marines to serve peace-keeping duty in Lebanon arrived home. The 24th Marine Amphibious Unit (MAU) arrived off the coast of Lebanon on 9 April to relieve Marines of the 22d MAU who were guarding the U.S. Embassy in Bei-rut. The 24th MAU left Beirut on 31 July, marking the last presence of U.S. combat troops in Beirut since Marines entered almost

24 August 1814: Captain Samuel Miller's 100-man detachment from Marine Barracks, Washington, fought in the battle of Bladensburg for the defense of the national capital. After helping to fight back three British charges, Captain Miller was wounded and the enemy began to work around both flanks of the American force. Almost encircled, the force of sailors and Marines was forced to retire to avoid capture. The Marines lost 8 killed and 14 wounded.

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September 25, 2014 is the Annual Growl and election of Officers

Times: Approx 1900 (After HIB Staff Meetings)

Semper Woof Woof!

Congrats to newly advanced PDD’s: Charlie Haislip, John Lund, Oran Lakin, Tim Hutchison, Steve McCrory,

and Lloyd Louks at the 75th Supreme Growl in Charleston, WV! Woof-Woof!

POUND 111 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA

PACK OF INDIANA

Office Name/Contact Detachment Pound Keeper PDD Gary Nasby Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Senior Vice Pound Keeper PDD Tim Hutchison Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Jr. Vice Pound Keeper PDD Oran Lakin Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Dog Robber PDD Lloyd Louks Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Smart Dog PDD Mike Wukitsch Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Mad Dog PDD Bud Albright Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Dog trainer PDD Jesus Quintana Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Police Dog PDD John Lund Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Watch Dog PDD Steve McCrory Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Jr. Past Pound Keeper PDD Bud Albright Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Pooper Scooper PUP Harry Snyder Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Dog Scratcher PDD Mike Wukitsch Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

Barking Dog PDD Gary Nasby Hiram I. Bears- Det. #089

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The Marine Barracks "Online" Ships Store is now has the Marine Corps League, Hiram I. Bearss Detachment 089 logo available for Apparel, Accessories, Fleece, hats and visors. The De-tachment ships store makes a small profit that will be reinvested into ships store merchandise.

Start shopping now, go to: http://marinebarracksindy.qbstores.com/

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August 29th-30th-31st Exposition Hall

October 17th-18th-19th South Pavilion

Send money and completed ticket to– “Commandant-Marine Corps League, 550 S Audubon Road, Indianapolis, IN 46219”

******You just need to fill in this one form above with the info requested. We will copy and fill in the info to approved Indiana Gaming Commission roll raffle tickets, photocopy them and send a copy to your supplied email address. Then send this page via email or USPS to the address above******

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Next Gun Show– August 29-31- ’14 @ State Fair Grounds– Exposition Hall

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As a FREE service to our membership & their families, we will be publishing our members business cards in the electronic version of the “SCUTTLEBUTT”. Any member who has a business or service, please send me your busi-ness card, either by email or US Postal Service, and I will post it in all upcoming monthly Newsletters. As always. Feel free to make donations to the Detachment to help us carry out our mission in the support of Marines and their families, and other worthy causes we support.

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