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October, 2017 Volume 84, Issue 10

Harold Baggenstoss Post 1260

From the Commander

BY BRUCE MALTERUD

Comrades,

Remember we meet the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the Bemidji Eagles club. Please show up and see what we do for our community and the veterans and their families.

We have been involved with a group paddling down the Mississippi river. They call themselves Operation Heart-land. There purpose is to raise funds for families that lost loved ones during the past fifteen years of conflicts or war time and also to help with military personnel that have problems reintegrating back to civilian life.

Also we held military honors for two funerals this past month.

A couple of us attended the state Fall Conference held in St. Cloud on Sept. 22—24th. which is always very informa-tional, working on programs for our youths in the commu-nity along with a lot of training on vfw programs, By-Laws and financial books. Sept. 30th we were in Pelican Rapids for a 9th District meeting where all the posts in the district have an opportunity to ask questions and a representative from the state always come and share where each post stands as far as membership, reporting, paying there as-sessments and community activities.

Once again if anyone is interested in helping with funeral honors or the color guard please contact me at 218-766-3898 or 218-854-7499. We need you.

One more thing, mark your calendar for Dec. 10th. Pearl Harbor dinner at 5:00 p.m social hour at 4:00 p.m.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Adjutant’s Corner .................. 2

Veteran Service Officer .......... 3

Chaplain’s Corner .................. 4

Spot Light On ......................... 5

Veteran’s Employment Rep ... 5

Post Auxiliary ......................... 6

Activities Last Month ............. 7

Points of Contact ................... 7

SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST

Oct 8—Flag Retirement/Rifle

Cleaning @ 2pm

Dec 10th— Pearl Harbor Din-

ner @ 4pm

VETERANS OF F OREIGN WARS

Mark your calendars! Next meeting is Tuesday, October 3rd!!!

ADJUTANT’S CORNER

NOTICE: VFW website: www.vfwpost1260.org. All up-dated information is available concerning our local VFW Post #1260 as well as our state and national information.

VFW Post #1260 Meeting Date: Tuesday October 3rd at 7:00 pm at the Eagles Club. - October 8th Flag Retirement and rifle cleaning activity at 2pm Bring another veteran to our meeting. Harold Baggenstoss VFW Post #1260 P.O. Box 1271 Bemidji, MN 56619 VFW Post Adjutant ckapphan@paulbunyan.net 218-243-3060

THIS MONTH IN HISTORY

October 13, 1775 - The Unit-

ed States Navy was born

after the Second Continental

Congress authorized the

acquisition of a fleet of ships.

October 13, 1792 - The cor-

nerstone of the White House

was laid by George Washing-

ton. The building, located at

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue,

is three stories tall with over

100 rooms, and was de-

signed by James Hoban. In

November of 1800, Presi-

dent John Adams and his

family moved in. The build-

ing was first known as the

"Presidential Palace," but

acquired the name "White

House" about 10 years after

its completion. It was burned

by British troops in 1814,

then reconstructed, refur-

bished and reoccupied in

1817.

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On the lighter side; Rela tionships a re ha rd. It ’s like a full-time job, and we should treat it like one. If your boyfriend or girlfriend wants to leave you, they should give you two weeks notice. There should be severance pay, and before they leave you, they should have to find you a temp.

Commander

Bruce Malterud

218-854-7499

http://www.vfwpost1260.orgmailto:ckapphan@paulbunyan.net

Vietnam Veterans The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs would like to thank Minnesota's Vietnam Veterans for their service to our state and nation, and help you take the first steps in connecting you with the benefits you have earned.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE AT 1-888-LINKVET (546-5838)

AND SPEAK WITH OUR KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF.

SHARE YOUR STORY Public television stations nationwide will air The Vietnam War, a major new documentary series by filmmak-ers Ken Burns and Lynn Novick. The 18-hour-long film will be a national event that is certain to reopen dis-cussion and debate about the costs of war and the experiences of those who served. To expand on the epic documentary, Twin Cities PBS launched Minnesota Remembers Vietnam. The result-ing collaboration among the state’s 6 public television stations features the Story Wall, original documen-taries, and a series of public screenings & commemorative events that seek to more fully remember, honor and understand the experience of 50 years ago. THE WAR IN VIETNAM IN SOUTHEAST ASIA LEFT AN INDELIBLE MARK ON MILLIONS OF PEOPLE- INCLUDING THOSE RIGHT HERE AT HOME. FROM WORTHINGTON TO ST. PAUL TO THE IRON RANGE AND EVERYWHERE IN BETWEEN, MINNESOTA IS HOME TO A GENERATION THAT EXPERI-ENCED THE VIETNAM WAR FIRSTHAND. AND WE REMEMBER. FOR MANY OF US, WE DIDN’T EXPERIENCE THE WAR. BUT, WE’RE BEGINNING TO UNDERSTAND… AND WE’RE READY TO LISTEN.

VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER

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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER

O God Almighty, the Creator and

Ruler of the Universe, we ask

that You will strengthen and

protect the members of the

armed forces of the United

States of America. In the day of

battle,

may they be courageous and strong, resourceful and capable,

resolute and victorious. In the

time of peace, may they serve with dignity and honor, as effec-

tive emissaries of good will for this

Nation. May their devotion and loyalty to You and to their

homeland inspire them in moments

of challenge, and comfort them in tribulation and long separa-

tion from loves ones. And finally,

we ask that they may return safely to serve You and our Coun-

try in the days and years to come.

Amen.

The VFW Chaplains Handbook

OUR SACRIFICE

Conflict Casualties

American Revolution 50,000

Northwest Indian War 1,881

War of 1812 20,000

Mexican American War 17,435

Civil War—Union 646,392

Civil War—Confederate ~524,000

Dakota War of 1862 263

Spanish-American War 4,068

Philippine-American War 7,126

World War I 320,518

World War II 1,076,245

Korean War 128,650

Vietnam War 211,454

Afghanistan War 23,625

Iraq War 37,052

NOTE: There are other smaller con-

flicts not listed where service members

sacrificed their lives

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HOT OFF THE PRESS

Stars and Stripes | 30 Sep 2017 | by Corey Dickstein Two U.S. Navy ships are now cruising toward Puerto Rico to bolster the U.S. response to the island, left devastated last week by a direct hit from Hurri-cane Maria, officials said Friday. The Defense Department on Friday tasked the USS Wasp, an amphibious assault ship, to move from its location near the eastern Caribbean island of Dominica toward Puerto Rico to expand rescue and relief operations there in the wake of the Category 4 storm that struck Sept. 20, defense offi-cials said. Meanwhile, the USNS Comfort, a 1,000-bed hospital ship, left port from Norfolk, Virginia, on Friday and was expected to reach Puerto Rico by the mid-dle of next week, according to the Navy. www.military.com

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SPOT LIGHT ON….

Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange Veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange or other herbi-cides during military service may be eligible for a variety of VA benefits, including disability compensation for diseases associ-ated with exposure. Your dependents and survivors also may be eligible for benefits. The Federal Veterans Affairs Agent Or-ange page has information regarding eligibility, diseases the VA presumes are associated with exposure, evidence needed, and compensation information. The Federal VA currently presumes that some diseases resulted from exposure to herbicides like Agent Orange. The Veterans Health Administration's Public Health website lists these diseases VA presumes are associat-ed with exposure to Agent Orange or other herbicides during military service.

Homelessness and Prevention Ending Veteran Homelessness is our moral imperative, a duty to those who have served. The vast majority of Veterans return home in good health and good spirits. Minnesota identified 317 Veterans ex-periencing homelessness in the 2014 Point-in-Time count, and homelessness among Veterans has dropped by 47 percent in Minnesota from 2010 to 2014. We cannot rest while brave men and women who served to pro-tect our communities experience homelessness within them. Heading Home: Minnesota's Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness sets the goal of ending Veteran homelessness on a Veteran-by-Veteran basis by 2015. That means that we provide each Veteran and their family experiencing homeless-ness with appropriate, effective solutions. Ending homelessness does not mean that a Veteran will never experience a housing crisis. Financial hardships and the unpre-dictability of life mean that Veterans may face housing crises or may experience homelessness. We are here to help Veterans and Minnesota's communities ensure a rapid response so that homeless-ness is prevented whenever possible, and if it cannot be prevented, is a brief, nonrecurring experience, with a rapid return to housing. To-gether, we can ensure that every Veteran in Minnesota has a place to call home.

Jobs currently available: Stop in or visit our website to learn more about the positions available and to apply. jobs.mdu.com

Training Available. Knife River Materials Northern Minnesota Division 4101 Bemidji Ave N Bemidji, MN 56601

VETERANS EMPLOYMENT REP-

THIS MONTH IN HISTORY

October 14, 1912 - Former

President Theodore Roose-

velt was shot by a fanatic

while campaigning in Mil-

waukee. Roosevelt was

saved by his thick overcoat,

a glasses case and a folded

speech in his breast pocket,

all of which slowed the

bullet. Although wounded,

he insisted on making the

speech with the bullet

lodged in his chest and did

not go to the hospital until

the meeting ended. Roose-

velt, a rugged out-

doorsman, fully recovered

in two weeks.

October 14, 1933 - Nazi

Germany announced its

withdrawal from the

League of Nations and

stated it would take no

further part in the Geneva

Disarmament Conference.

Greetings VFW Auxiliary Members,

A thousand pardons, everyone……. In the Septem-ber newsletter, I mistakenly put the wrong week day as our meeting day. I thought I had caught it in time to have it changed before printing – but apparently not. As has been our practice in the past – Our Meeting Date & Time is the first TUESDAY of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Bemidji Eagles. Sorry for the confusion caused last month.

I’m not sure how it is possible we are putting together the October news-letter. It feels as if time has gone by more quickly this summer than ever before. As I look out the window, I see colored leaves falling from the trees. Unfortunately, that means cold and snow will not be far behind. This is the time of year when everyone has a list of things they need to finish before that first snow begins and the deep cold sets in. This is also the time of year we should bear in mind that we have many veterans out there that need help heading into winter. They may not have the warm clothes necessary for winter, or they may be homeless and realize they must find some kind of shelter for winter nights. Or there may be veterans who just need a hand getting those last few projects completed in the next month or so. Please look for ways we can help them and their families. Ask a veteran if we can help them prepare for winter in any way. Our help will be much appreciat-ed. Please continue to try to recruit new members to our Auxiliary, and also en-courage current members on our books to attend our meetings. Our group can only be stronger, and a better help to our veterans if we increase our numbers and our collective ideas. If you are a member who pays annual dues (rather than being a lifetime member), please send in your annual dues now. You can also include your cancer insurance for this year, and a donation to the “no bake sale” if you would like. We appreciate your continued support of the VFW Auxiliary. We look forward to seeing you at a meeting very soon. Remember – they are the FIRST TUESDAY of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Bemidji Eagles Club. Best regards, Margaret Booge, President VFW Post 1260 Auxiliary 218-556-9482

POST AUXILIARY

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Commander Bruce Malterud presenting a certificate of ap-preciation to Mavis Winger on September 21st for her many years of donating her time playing music for our veterans in our assisted living and nursing homes. Also attending was Auxiliary President Margaret Booge and Past Commander Duane Bundy.

ACTIVITIES THIS PAST MONTH

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POINTS OF CONTACT Commander Bruce Malterud 218-766-3898 bmjm@paulbunyan.net

Adjutant Clare Kapphahn 218-243-3060 ckapphan@paulbunyan.net

Quartermaster Kelly Booge 218-308-1171 kelbooge@paulbunyan.net

Sr. Vice Commander John Naastad 651-283-8657 johnnaastad@hotmail.com

Jr. Vice Commander John Liapis

Surgeon Bruce Skipton 218-760-1130 bskipton@att.net

Chaplain Jerry Wraa 218-776-3949 jlwraa@gvtel.com

Asst Chaplain Vacant

Veterans Service Officer Scotty Allison 218-333-4178 campbell.allison@co.beltrami.mn.us

Vet Employment Rep Vacant

Vet Center

Post Auxiliary President Margarete Booge 218-751-3258 kelbooge@paulbunyan.net Post Auxiliary Treasurer Janie Malterud 218-854-7499 bmjm@paulbunyan.net

DAV Chapter #7 Thomas Annonson 218-251-3025 torgor@lightspeed.net

Support Numbers

Education: http://www.mymilitaryeducation.org

Health Care: 1-877-222-8387

Suicide Prev. Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Fargo VA: 1-800-410-9723

Help Line: 1-855-VET-TALK

VA Community Outpatient Clinic-Bemidji: 218-755-6360

OUR DAILY COMMITTMENT Hours served last month: 160 38 members volunteered last month Current Members: 256 2017 TAPS Paul Arneson Christopher Siler Harold Qvern Tom Noorgard Vernon Gary Franklyn Goodell James Hensel Donald Hensrud Maurice Johnson Karel Knutson Dale McKenzie Ralph Schmidt Cal Sorby Donald Sweeney Merald Meyers Tom Van Brunt Delbert Fenner Charles Brown

HAROLD BAGGENSTOSS

POST 1260

The purpose is fraternal, patri-

otic, historical, and education-

al; to preserve and strengthen

comradeship among its mem-

bers; to assist worthy com-

rades; to perpetuate the

memory and history of our

dead, and to assist their widows

and orphans; to maintain rue

allegiance to the Government

of the United States of America,

and fidelity to its Constitution

and laws; to foster true patriot-

ism; to maintain and extend

the institutions of American

freedom, and to preserve and

defend the United States from

all her enemies, whomsoever.

WHAT THE VFW DOES FOR THE COMMUNITY

Youth activities, Voice of Democracy & Youth Essay

Patriotic Activities

Aid to Schools & Churches

Membership

Help to obtain benefits

Legislative Service

Buddy Poppy Promotion

NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE

PAID MAILED FROM ZIP CODE 56601 PERMIT NO. 3

Harold Baggenstoss

VFW Post #1260

P.O. Box 1271 Bemidji, MN 56619

Phone: 218) 243 3060

E-mail: ckapphan@paulbunyan.net

mailto:ckapphan@paulbunyan.net