"BOX CAR USED IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR AND PRESENTED BY THE FRENCH NATIONAL RAIL-

ROADS TO THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA IN GRATITUDE FOR THE HELP GIVEN TO FRANCE BY

THE AMERICAN PEOPLE", QUOTED FROM PLAQUE ON CAR. "THE TOWN OF SAINT-AVOLD IN GRA-

TITUDE TO HER LIBERATORS OF THE 3rd AMERICAN ARMY", QUOTED FROM STONE MONUMENT

ON SIGHT. A CAR FROM GRATITUDE TRAIN IS PERMANENTLY PLACED IN AT THE INTERSECTION

OF CLEMENT AVE. AND FISHER AVE., PA. HIGHWAY 343, IGMR, ANNVILLE, PA.

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95th DIVISION i ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING

J 0 II 11 II .It L +...,........,,,,,,. 95th INFANTRY DIVISION ASSOCIATION .m..... .J

November 1965, VoJ. 16, No. I MINUTES--SIXTEENTH MEETINGMinutes of the Sixteenth Annual Business Meeting of the 95th Infantry Divi-

Official publication of the sion Association held on Saturday, August 14, 1965 at the Pick-Congress Hotel,NINETY-FIFTH INFANTRY Chicago, Illinois.

DIVISION ASSOCIATION The meeting was called to order at 10:15 hours by National President, Ed-P.O. Box 1274 Chicago, Illinois 60690 ward L. Radik. The opening prayer was gi(,en by Association Chaplain, Lester

Wolf.NATIONAL OFFICERS

President WELCOME ADDRESS

EDWARD L. RADIK Sv/360FA President Radik delivered his Welcome Address, summarizing the Associa-5119 W. Oakdale Ave., Chicago, III. tion's progress during the past year and introduced the Association Officers and

Council members and Chapter presidents in attendance. Colonel Jack Reilly wasFirst Vice-President introduced as the senior highest ranking Officer in _ttendance.

FRANK HALPER A/3797243 S. Spaulding, Chicago, Ill SECRETARY'S REPORT

Secretary Nelson read the minutes of the fifteenth annual meeting held inSecond Vice-President Reading, Pa. on August 15, 1964. The minuCtes were accepted as read.

DELBERT L. SEARS B/320 Engr.10 N. School St., Mr. Prospect, III. " Secretary Nelson presented the Annual Membership Report showing a gain

Secretary of 108 new members for the period August 16, 1964 to August 13, 1965.THEODORE NELSON Div. Hq. Co. TREASURER'S REPORT

17514 Oakwood Dr., Hazel Crest, Ill. Treasurer Heffner presented the Financial Report showing a net worth ofTreasurer $8,807.96 as of August 13, 1965 consisting of:

FRED HEFFNER 1/379 Cash---on deposit at Exchange National Bank of Chicago .......... $4,963.961413 W. 171 St., E. Hazel Crest, III. U.S. Savings Bonds---Series J (at cost) ................. ........ 2,880.00

Accrued interest on Bonds ................................... 864.00PAST PRESIDENTS Secretary's petty cash ....................................... 100.00

GERALD F. RAMSHAW ..... 951-52WALTER J. LASKOWSKI ..... 9S2-Sb Total ............ $8,807.96FRED M. PETERSON ......... 956-60 OLD BUSINESS

EDWARD L. RADIK ........ 960-65 President Radik read a proposal dated July 20, 1965 from Wilbert S. Shea,H/378. to establish an "Educational Loan Fund" to provide financial aid, in the

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL form of loans to Association members and children of members of the Associationwho may need financial assistance to complete their schooling. The "proposal"

LESTER WOLF L/378 was submitted to the Executive Council and legal aides of the Association for8032 S. 86th Ct., Justice, Illinois further study and action.

E. MARINANGELI 320th Med. 8n. ELECTION OF OFFICERS1587 Campbell Ave., LaSalle, Illinois

FRED M. PETERSON K/377 The following Officers were elected to serve during the 1965-66 year:7725 Lavergne, Skokie, Ill President ........................ Edward L. Radik, SV/Bty 360 F.A. Bn.

First Vice-President ............................... Frank Halper, A/379RAYMOND R. VLEIGER K/377 Second Vice-President .................. Delbert L. Sears, B/320th Eng. Bn.

2751 N. Troy St., Chicago, Illinois Secretary .................. ............... Theodore S. Nelson, Div. Hq.WILLIAM P. SHARKEY K/377 Treasurer ........................................ Fred Heffner, 1/379

6622 S. Campbell Ave., Chicago.... ADOLPH A. KUTZ Div. Hq./AG SELECTION OF CITY FOR THE 1966 REUNION

R7179 Merchandise Mart, Chicago Four cities were placed in nomination, St. Louis, Mo., Cincinnati, Ohio,CLARENCE D. JANKOSKI K/377 Washington, D.C. and Atlantic City, N.J. On the second ballot, Cincinnati, Ohio

3053 N. Racine Ave., Chicago, III. was selected.

FRANCIS E. SAFARIK Div. Hq./AG VOTE OF THANKS912 N. Ridge, Arlington Heights, III. A rising vote of thanks was given by the members to the Officers, Council

ANDREW MIRABILE M/378 members and the Reunion Committee, for a job well done.5336 W. Drummond, Chicago, III. RESOLUTION

WALTER J. LASKOWSKI Med/378 Motion made by Nathan Amchan that the Association and members contri-467 Highland Ave., Elmhurst, III.ALEX A. CHIPPS Div. Hq./IG bute $95.00 to the usa in Chicago to assist them in their splendid work,........ especially in the Viet Ham crisis. Motion seconded and passed. The hat was

365 Sherry Lane, Chicago Heights, Ill. passed and $115.00 was received.RICHARD H. MARTIN A/T378

4005 Breckenridge Lane, ADJOURNMENTGranite City, Ill. Chaplain Wolf gave the closing prayer. Motion made and seconded at 11:40

LEON BAERSON B/358FA hours to adjourn the sixteenth annual business meeting of the Association.2214 N. Sacramento Meeting adjourned.Chicago, III. 60647 Theodore S. Nelson, Secretary

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PICKETINGAROUND THE z_o Bori Ser. 378, Long Beach,California_2nd reunion, in his esti-mation--"Just tremendous"--His bud-

PICK WITH GENO d e Ross Case, Watertown, S. D. said_"As a representative of S. D. I ex-

by Geno Marinangeli (320 Med Bn) press great satisfaction on being here(having a glass in hand) with a big

LaSalle, Illinois "Ugh", which means he seconds Zino'sNever dwelling on the past and al- it's great and I am real happy to be remark. And--

ways looking toward the future--the here. I regret I haven't made more. A veteran of the 5th Inf. Division,95th Infantry Association took an- I'm a ham operator_Call letters our Comrade-in-Arms at Metz_John

other step forward this year toward K8MLl_would like to hear from Pflaum--National Secretary of the So-immortalizing itself as the most Vital 95'rs that are operators." And, Law- ciety of the 5th Division from Chicago.Service Organization in our country. It rence Freisheben, A-378, Clara City, John wrote an official letter of greetingwas proven again in the Pick Congress Minn. "What brought me here? Why to our Secretary and said, "The 95thHotel, Aug. 13, 14 and 15. Vital be- my buddies, of course!" And Oliver Inf. Div., our Comrade-in-Arms, atcause for 16 years we have met annual- Gillespie buddy of Larry said, the great battle of Metz, and surround-ly in different sectors of our country "Brought Dennis, Charlene and Valerie ing areas were great! We are proud tofor the convenience of our fellow 95'rs and my wife Eileen. We came by force be associated with them". Our answer

and their families to meet and meet of habit to get out of work_we made "Ditto, Buddy"_ --again what would probably be long lost them all! We will continue to do so, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Swigart and chil-and forgotten Buddies, and vital to and with a little luck we will be at the dren all made the Reunion in Reading95'rs who include their families in the next, and the next, until as you said, last year and that is the reason for theirjoy, happiness and companionship ex- "When we will meet in a hotel room." appearance here. Said these two, "Lastpressed by all who are there. These I'm a 95'r and one I will remain the year we had a terrific time--and we arereasons speak for themselves and to rest of my life. And my family, too!'" here now and it looks like this one isall 95'rs and, "We Are Proud". That was said by a great 95'r. There going to be better. We will be at the

In the span from 1950 to 1965, was Arch Mahoney--358F.A., Ute, next one too. This is living_To usthe 95th Infantry Organization has Iowa and Helen. "Our first reunion this is the most wonderful event. Wegrown immeasurably--and we are and am on my way to Washington, love the 95th and justly so." "That theygoing to count the wives and kids, D.C. Am Mayor of city and thought had a time" was apparent as they wontoo because they are now a real share this would be a waiting period---but two Westclox Alarms.of the 95th. In the past two or three I surely am surprised. I'll be at the And Ray Vleiger, Board-Member_

"home" next one, my kids who are here nowreunions many have come to "Our Reunions are just like Whiskeystay and stay they will. It's wonderful! will be, too! They are Sandra, Pat, Jim-

my, Katy and Maureen." Well said _They improve with age."There is no doubt all the officers, Mayor-- Chuck Godell, Hq. 2nd. Bn. 377,

members of the Executive Council and Elrnhurst said_"like to see the fel-all attending 95'rs and families will Harold Springer, F-379, Travis City, lows every chance I get. Great bunch ofsubstantiate this claim and that we Mich. says, "Stop in all you 95'rs when guys and I would like to say the guyswill continue to progress forward. Now, you are in my town--stop in and see on the Board are doing a hell of ato what we hope have been some of me--run a liquor store and I surely job-giving 'up their time and every-the highlights of this wonderful re- like my beer so come in and have one thing to make these Reunions success-union, on me." A welcome invitation to the ful. It takes a lot of work and I want

Many arrived on Thursday in order guys around there and am sure they them to know the 95'rs here and else-will take advantage of this generous " where appreciate it." Tha.nks Chuck!to take advantage of the "Pre-glow" offer. There were Harold and Charlotte

which is getting to be quite an event. Evans, Ser. 359 and Mr. and Mrs. A1 Henry H oyt and Frances White,The first 95'rs we met was an old C. Neilson, Medic 378, from Arnold, G-378, Clarkstown, Mich., had thisbuddy, Tony Chiappone, M.P., Ro- Neb., whooping it up and to them fun to say--"What brings us here? Whatchester, N. Y. Tony was all alone this ruled supreme, a question?--The gang of 95'rs thattime as Josephine was unable to make attend of course! Likely we will comethe reunion. Her last words to him-- _-" to the next Reunion as Mr. and Mrs."Now go and have a good time; I'll take Hoyt". Congratulations are in order,care of the home-front. Remember me Kids, and we wish you well. We allto all our friends and with the help hope to see you in Cincy as Mr. andof the Good Lord we will be at the next Mrs. even though Frances said_one--no matter where". Joe, we mis- "These war stories are getting toosed you and hope to see you next year. deep for me," And not too faraway

There were John Maziarz, Lorraine, was--Ohio (359 F.A.) and his sister Mary Jim Robinson, G-378, Reading, Pa.,McFall with husband, Jerry and son, an amputee and one of the real goersPat. These were first timers--"My of the Reading Chapter. Jim alwaysfirst one and it conformed with my ready with a quip----"Enjoyed Reunionvacation and there is no place I'd so much last year---don't intend torather be. We came along but were miss anymore. If I were to lose mynot alone very long. It's wonderful to other leg, my wife will push me in asee these guys greeting each other---- Geno the reporter (Continued on Page 5)

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Jeanette, and I have 6 children and and I visited Omaha Beach, Vitton-one grand child. One son is in Ger- ville, Metz and Maizieres-les-Metz.many in the Army. Hi, to all from your Had a good visit with Baron de Bonne-

Messages from Mess Sergeant. gard whose family owned the Chateaumembers who wish Brieux for centuries until we and the

JAMES E. THAYER, M.D. (Com- enemy destroyed it in 1944. Identifica-to express them- bat Scouts, 379th), West Summit, Sid- tion of familiar landmarks is still pos-

selves or give ney, Nebraska. I have a wife, four kids, sible in and near Metz, but renewedreports on their seven horses, one burro, two cats and building activity will eventually make it

buddies an English Bull-dog with seven puppies difficult.and .they are all mortgaged. I'm a Med-

._-.. ical Dr. in general practice in Western HARRY W. LEHMAN (Co. "E",Nebraska who flies as a hobby and 379th Inf.), P. O. Box "L", 800 Lin-

B. C. "PETE" MORRIS (Co. C., writes musicals as an avocation, coln Avenue, Edgemont, South Dakota57735. Serving as Postmaster for the379th). 2012 Menefee, Allington, Tex- CALVIN V. WINTON (Co. K., City of Edgemont for the past fiveas. I am a State Farm Insurance 379th), Rt. No. 1, Somerville, Ala- years. Would like to get in touch withAgent in Allington, Texas, between Ft. bama. I am employed in Decatur, Ala., any members of Company "E". AmWorth and Dallas. Live just a stones and I thank God for my family. I located in the beautiful Black Hills ofthrow from the Amusement Park "Six have one boy and one girl, and I am South Dakota, where hunting and fish-Flags over Texas." If any Ninety-Fiver proud to tell my family about my 95th ing abound; also the Uranium Capitalcomes visiting in this area be sure to buddies. My prayer to each one of of the World.

call me without fail. CR 5-6923. them is God's richest blessing. God EDGAR L. GAGNE (795th Ord-FRANCIS ROBERT, COLONEL, Bless all of you. nance (LM) Co.), 719 Cottage Street,

Artillery (358th F.A.), Hdqs. 4th In- CHARLES E. CLARK (Co. D., Pawtucket, Rahode Island 02861. Howfantry Div. Artillery_ Fort Lewis, 378th), Howard, South Dakota. This is it that I hardly ever see anything inWashington. I've had command of the makes my 20th year in the trucking the Journal about my good old Ord.4th Infantry Division Artillery for go- business. Any Co. D men going Co.? Don't we have any more livinging on a year now. The firepower of a through So. Dakota stop in. Sure would members? How about fiinding outdivision is ,tremendously increased over be happy to see you. where everyone is?

what it was in the days of the 95th. I FRANK FRITH (Btry. A., 547th ELMER V. POSS (K Co., 377thhave 5 battalions, with 105mm, A.A.A.), P.O. Box 177, Gulf Shores 3, Inf.), 532--8th Avenue, Sibley, Iowa.155mm, 8", and 762 mm calibers.

Ala. Glad to be in touch again. Have I am at the present on the Police ForceTwenty six of these weapons have anuclear capability. Metz would have been living in Gulf Shores, Ala., for here. Have been Police Chief for thefallen a lot easier if we could have but the past 8 years and had lost contact, past 7 years. I am a Legion Com:mander.had these resources. WALLACE R. NOLES (Hq. Btry.,

359th), Rt. No. 2, Calvert City, Ken- CHARLES C. WALSH (Serv. Co.,JAMES M. McCLURE (547th A tucky. I live 2 miles below Kentucky 378th Inf.), 5235 Garth Ave., Los An-

Batry.), 305 Lakeside Dr., Cedartown, Lake, on Highway 282. If anyone is geles, California 90056. Since leavingGeorgia. Originally from Buchanan, in this area, please drop by to see me the old 95th, have served in Trieste,Georgia. Now reside in Cedartown, Ga. at Noles Outboard Motor Shop. Alaska, and Viet Nam. I retired fromInvite all my friends to drop by to see service May, 1961. Am now a manu-me at the above address, any time MORTON LEVINSON (Co. C., facturer of continuous business forms.they and their families happen to be 379th), 324 Brower Ave., Rockville Have three boys -- 14, 10, 3. Tele-down this way. Would love to see you. Centre, N.Y. --11570. I Was recently phone: AX 3=1801 for any old 95th'ers

RICHARD V. LINDHOLM (Div. promoted to Lt. Col. in the JAGC Re- in LA. Hope to make the next reunion.serve. I am a member of the 4th JAGHq. G-3), 1620 Warwick Lane, New- Detachment in New York City. KARLTON "JERRY" ROSHOLTport Beach, Calif. For 10 years, (95th Signal Co.), 885 Easton Road--in yachting community of Newport WILFRED W. OBRIGIIT, JR. (Co. 5A2, Glenside, Pennsylvania 19038.Beach. All old 95th Buddies please D., 377th), 15701 Marlow, Detroit I'm Television News Editor for KYW-visit for a good swim and sail when 27, Michigan. Still operating a Standard TV, Philadelphia. Still occasionally seeout this way. Oil Station near Grand River and my old Sgt. -- John Calveresi, who is

Southfield. Anyone going through De- running his food market in Reading,THOMAS W. CROSBY (Div. Hq. troit, stop in and say Hello. Pa.C.W.S.) 64 St. Theresa Ave., West

Roxbury, Mass. -- 02132. Greetings DOMINIC TIGANI (Co. A., 379th), FRED KUNKEL (Hq. 1st Bn.,from Boston. The City of our depar- 9379 Becker, Alien Park, Michigan 379th Inf.), 1608 Mary St., Brainerd,ture for the ETOA and arrival back --48101. Am still looking forward to Minnesota. I am a lithographer into U.S.A. The new Boston is awaiting being at one of the reunions soon. Brainerd, Minnesota. I have two chil-the return of the Division for its Con- Missed the last few but always remi- dren, one in the University of Minne-vention. Boston, the best "summer nisce each reunion time. sota and one in high school.

Town", in the U.S.A. for a convention. _v- CARL F. KEPPLEK (37Z Co. K),VICTOR E. PETERSON (Co. F., _ Mill Road, R.D. 1, Womelsdoff, Penn-

379th), 1816 Colorado Ave., S., St. /A__ Am married, have four sylvania. I work in Tubular Steel millLouis Park, Minn. --55416. I cooked chlidren, and am serving as pastor of and operate small farm. Live 14 milesfor 1 year since I came home from the First Presbyterian Church of San west of Reading, Pa. Have two boys :Germany in a cafe. I've been a carpen- Angelo, Texas. Some will be interested and two daughters; three are married.ter in the years since then. My wife, to know that last summer my family (Continued on Page 11)

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WE DID IT AGAIN peka, Kansas. Says Ed--"Saw Bill memory. I wonder why? Are we afraid(Continued Page 3) Graham of my outfit--Am a paying of being called a flagwaver? Surely we

member but never made a Reunion. are not ashamed of our flag--so getwheelbarrow; or a wheelchair. Our Run a boarding house in Topeka and to it---Hang out Old Glory on flagdays.family--three lovely girls--", it's hard to get away but Bill per- Don't give a damn on what these

And from Joe Flash, C-378 Inf.-- suaded me to come this once. Have shirkers think!----Stick out your old"Having survived the 16th 95th An- got the bug now and sure am not going chest when you hear our Nationalnual Reunion, (that makes 16 straight to miss anymore if I can help it. Not Songs--"The Star Spangled Banner,"by the way) my party grows bigger too many of my outfit here yet, but we "America the Beautiful"-- and whenevery year. Two years ago, sister and are going to have a rip snorting you say the "Pledge of Allegiance" asI attended in N.Y.C.-1964, Mother and time." Go to it, Guys! well as the many other patriotic airs weI attended in Reading. She enjoyed And a note from Norman and Vir- know. And proclaim most proudlymherself so much I couldn't possibly ginia Johnson-Perennials who send re- "Thank God, I am a American!"keep her away this year. In addition grets they will be unable to be at the Antonio Bonacci, C-359, Kenosha,to Mother, my Battle group included Reunion. Norm. Hq. Co. 378--New Wis., a perennial said, "It's great!myself, Sister and Brother-in-law, Mr. address 1191 Cadillac Drive, Hamil- Going to have the time of my life.and Mrs. Louis Aloia, Brother Louis ton, O., would like to hear from the This is going to be the best one yetmand his date Gert, and Mr. and Mrs. boys of Hq. Co. 378 and sends his and I'm going to do everything in myMathew Bonior. Hope for continual kindest regards. See you in Cincy with- power to make it so." AndmRolfesuccess of every Reunion, as per usual, out fail, Norm and Virginia. We need Troika, A.T. 377, Reading, Pa.--TwoGod Willing will continue to make you! guys in the H.R.mOne said, "My nameevery Reunion". God Bless You, Joe! Now here's something about Chas. is Bill Freeman" the other, "You can't

Now here's a 95'r, wife and family and Dorothy Raltiff-Perennials, H-378 be--I'm Bill Freeman" There are twothat made them, all and justly Proud! from Morven, N. C., "Am in trucking Bill Freemans in the 95th. One middlePete Schirilla, M-377, with Mary and business and would like to hear from initial L., the other S. One in 320 Eng.,children, Sally and George. Says Pete, guys all over the country and if you are the other 378th Reg. Imagine that!"I sure am glad to be with the boys going by my town the Red Carpet Believe it or not!again. These guys can't be beat. It's will be out for you. We drove 980 Also of unusual interest--here isstill a big thrill to me and I know it's the miles leisurely and we enjoyed -every something--a Reunion within a Re-same for them. It seems as though we minute of it--you know why--we union. Three men--inseparable nowhave grown into some sort of a family are going to the 95th Division Annual as they were then--and a pleasure toor the like I can't explain. I've made Reunion! It's wonderful!" Can't beat report on the companionship of officersthem all and will continue to do so." that and-- and enlisted men.

I can't explain it either, Pete,--but it's 1st timer, Leno L, Zino, Q-378, From 2nd Bn. Hq. 377, Bill Lock-there--. And an old friend--Labby Caspian, Mich. "I came to have a grand aton, Girard, O., Chuck Kiggens, Syra-Laborette with his wife Ann, M-377, get together with my buddies. It's been cusp, N. Y. and Chuck Goodell, Elm-Bunkmate of Pete, along with Trudy a long, long time. This is a great hurst, Ill. Says Chuck, "We get drunkand Desiree. Said Labby--"Surely am thrill, and the first 95'r I run into is everytime we get together--that's ifhappy to be in Chicago at this grand Col. Jack Reilly. What a gang of men Kiggens' money holds out. Kiggensaffair--seeing old buddies is the great- they are, and I surely am proud to be was our Lt. and we figure he owes usest thrill of all and we are having and one of them." I don't like to say this something. We have our families withwill continue to have a wonderful time. but_ us--Kiggens, he has us. We are proudGod bless the 95th." Something that surprises me very of this guy. He was a damn good

Joe Roach, Perennial, H-377-N.Y.C. much is the scarcity of our flag on officer--one of the best"was escort to his favorite girl friend, days designated for that purpose. It's And Kiggens, "In spite of what theySays Joe, "Mom looks forward to these only a little past 20 years and to most say, I have never met any better guysaffairs as much as I do, and I'm glad people, W.W. II is just an unpleasant --and never hope too." Chuck has ato see her enjoying herself so much. memento that to him is priceless. HeShe is as much of a 95'r as I am." may let you see it or may even letAnd Mrs. Roach--Thanks for the you touch it but try and get it. It'swonderful touch you give to us. the 2nd Bn. Guiden!

Now here is one of the many won- Louis Fox, B-360, Muskegon, Mich.,derful episodes accomplished because sent a wire saying he would be unableof a Reunion--It happens many times to-attend. Louis lost his father--and--2nd timer Ray Iseli, F-379 of Leb- all the condolences of 95'rs in attend-anon, Pa. and Hank Sprenger, F-379, ance to Mr and Mrs. Fox. We hopeTraverse City, Mich. They have this and know they will bear up to theto say--"This is the first time we have task as 95'rs. Hope to see you andseen each other in 20 years. Can Katherine in Cincy next year, Lou.you imagine fellows like us who And--haven't taken advantage of Reunions? Ed Godek, Girard, O., and his wifeIt's silly! Well it won't happen again Ann, were unable to attend because ofwith the help of the Good Lord we will a badly infected leg (Ann)--But daugh-never miss another. This is great!" Mrs. Ruth Peterson being crowned ter Nancy attended with Tony andGlad to see you "Home" Boys! "Queen of the 95th" by Mrs. Ruth Mrs. Yaklevitch. Says Nancy, "Dad

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VICTORYDIVISIONMEMORIALSERVICETHE METZ HOUR Address by Nathan Amchan

(H/377), at Sixteenth Reunion ofSolemn Tribute To Division Sacrifices Victory Division at Chicago, Illinois

We are drawn together this morning VANCE UNTIL YOU ARE SHOT way, what the meaning and purposeto honor the memories of our revered, AND MAKE IT EASIER FOR THE of life is--and what we were willingdeparted brethern. This memorial ser- MEN BEHIND YOU". to fight and die for. Not a single onevice is called the METZ HOUR be- of us failed to speculate, often incause it was during our campaign for periods of loneliness and danger, whatthe City of Metz that we made a vital life for our loved ones would be if wecontribution towards the victory we failed to return. It could have been: forachieved about six months later--dur- reasons that must remain ever un-ing which campaign we shstained our known, why we who are alive didgreatest losses, we encountered our return--while some of our buddiesgreatest difficulties; and for those of made the supreme sacrifice. Our beingus who were literally returned to life, alive after the War ended can only bewe became aware of that never-to-be ascribed to Divine Will and to what-forgotten grief, the loss of the corn- ever extent free will exists in this worldpanionship of our fallen and wounded --and within this orbit of free willbuddies. This is the METZ HOUR. must be included the capable inspira-

We were called from civilian life to tional and outstanding leadership un-resist an unholy trio of worldbeaters der which we served--General Twad----Der Fuehrer, I1 Duce and Tojo--- dle, Colonel Gailliard, Metcalfe andwho sought nothing less than domina- Bacon--and many, many others downtion and enslavement of the entire to the low-ranking squad leader who atworld, the abolition of freedom, and Nathan Amchan times was a PFC--plus the equipmentthe actual destruction of particular and moral supplied us by the Ameri-

can people in superhuman cooperation,races and nationalities. This unholy After taking everything the enemy acting in concert under civilian lead-trio, from the time World War II had to throw at us for about onestarted in 1939 until its end in 1945, month but not without sustaining ership, under American Democracy.brought about more than 20,000,000 extreme hardship, great casualties, with By formally honoring our dead anddeaths_military and civilian, many killed in action----our progress our brave at these Annual Reunions we

Many of us remember that frightful was hailed back home, with at leas_ actually rededicate ourselves to supportfeeling we experienced as w_ made our one leading War Correspondent, in to the best of our personal means theway through Omaha Beach in mid- perhaps a super-exuberant state of principles and ideals for which all of usSeptember 1944---being greeted by the elation, describing us as "THE BRAV- --the dead and the living--fought forcemetery there with endless rows of EST OF THE BRAVE"--which, if we so strenuously.crosses and Stars of David with collectively are to be judged by thethis inscription on the entrance: gallantry of Sgt. Andrew Miller-- The world has changed greatly since"THROUGH THIS PATH HAS our Division's sole winner of the Medal the 95th of World War II was deacti-PASSED THE FLOWER OF AMER- of Honor--we probably deserved even vated: great changes have taken placeICAN YOUTH". more than we realized then or realize in travel, communication, political

now. Incidentally, some 16 years after statehood throughout most of theWe clenched our fists; we were on Andy Miller was killed in action, in world and our stumbling into the

our way to combat areas, each one of 1961, a military center was named in thermo-nuclear age which in oneus thinking subconsciously, "We're his honor in Wisconsin, and his activi- grand swoop eliminated the concept ofnext" or "I'm next"--the only consol- ties as part of the 95th's--were set neutrality, the concept of immunitying thought being that our families were forth in the Congressional Record in from military effects which non-belli-not being shot at, bombed, killed or September, 1961--as one of the out- gerent peoples had enjoyed for count-terrorized; our homes were not being standing heroes of World War II. less centuries, and the concept, gen-destroyed; and that if fight we must, erally capable of control, of the dis-it is better to go after the enemy Each one of us knows of deeds per- tinction between civilian and militaryaway from our homes, away from our formed in our individual units which targets. Today, instead of these con-land--and if we make the supreme are but slightly lesser in degree of cour- cepts, we have several countries withsacrifice, we know that our cause is age and bravery close to the superb weapons that can destroy practically,just, and life would be less burden- performance of Andy Miller. We did if not completely, the entire worldmsome, a little easier and better for the our job, shared and divided the bur- belligerent as well as non-belligerentsurvivors and the folks back home. dens and risks as fairly and equally as nations--civilian as well as military

humanly possiblemnever forgetting for people--and with fallout as a realityMost of us will never forget General a single instance our common tasks, to contend with by whoever and what-

Patron's order just before we entered burdens, responsibilities and overall ever escapes direct destruction. Thecombat: MARCHING FIRE AD- purpose. We knew, each in his own (Continuedon Page 7)

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METZMEDAL

LOCAL CHAPTER NEWS i INFORMATIONBy Major RichardE. LowryA/S47th AAAP.O. Box 99

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WASHINGTON CHAPTER CHICAGO CHAPTER I stopped at Metz on 30 August andafter searching for some time through

Hon. Chairman Nothing planned until next spring, the various city offices, finally arrivedMaj. Gen. Mark McClure when the members, wives and children at the correct office to find that I did

USA Ret. (Div. Arty.) will get together, not have all the required documents toVice-Chairman support my application for the medal.

John Blazek (C/379th) ST. LOUIS CHAPTER In order to receive the medal, it is ne-

Secretary President ....... Dick Martin (378th) cessary that a photostat copy of theArthur H. Rice (Dhq, Fin.) honorable discharge and service rec-

Asst. Sec. 1st Vice President ord be attached to t.he application forSteven B. Kistulentz (379th) JohnFields (377th) the medal. It is best that photostat

Treasurer 2nd Vice President copies be used for there is always theAugust K. Bott, Jr. (CIC Det.) Sam Disheroon (320th) possibility that the supporting docu-

Asst. Treas. Treasurer..Wenzel Wogh (95th Ord.) ments might not be returned. TheHoward L. Rose (360th FA Bn.) Secretary ........ John Fields (377th) medal costs $3.00, as shown by th,,.

information on the bottom of the ap-

NEW YORK CHAPTER EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA plication form, and payment may beCHAPTER by check on a stateside bank or inter-

The boys are all plugging 'for the national money order to be sent along"European Tour in 1966", sponsored The following were elected for a one with the application and supportingby the Chapter. Nathan Amchan is year term. documents, again I state, honorableformulating plans for the next meeting President ......... Robert R. Buchter discharge, separation record and alsoof the Chapter. 1st Vice President .... Rolfe J. Troika service record.

2nd Vice President.. Richard A. Yeich For those of you who do not haveYOUNGSTOWN CHAPTER Secretary .......... Harold C. Pluck the names of the sectors or villages,

Treasurer ............ Louis Heisler with dates, I happen to have kept aOur picnic was a big success, mud, diary during this period of time. On

slush and rain didn't keep the gang That was quite a collection of vet-away. A huge umbrella was perched erans who gathered last Sunday after- November 13, 1944 the battalionover the barbecue of hot-dogs while noon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. moved to Gravollette where we fired onJames Robinson of 2228 Jefferson Fort Jean d'Arc in supporting the 1stthe boiler of corn was steaming away Battalion of the 379th Infantry. Wein all its glory. Welcome to Florence Ave., West Wyomissing. Most of them

brought their wives'along. It marked were still there on November 14th. Onand Ray Blados, who joined our Chap- November 15th we moved into theter. Marian Dahman was the lucky the first session of the Eastern Pennsyl-$10.00 raffle winner. Anne Godec vania Chapter since the Chapter was Metz area. The attack started Novem-

thanks all who signed her get-well card organized last July at the Crystal Res- ber 8th, 1944 from the south side ofin Chicago. Anne and Ed. couldn't taurant. Vionville. In submitting my applica-tion, I indicated the namesof sectorsmake it. The Children enjoyed the tour There were Chapter members from or villages, with dates, starting No-of Dahman's farm. Bulls, cows, goats, as far away as New Jersey when Presi- vember 8th at Vionville; Novemberpony rides, sitting on the tractor and dent Bob Buohter of Lebanon called 13th, Gravollette-Fort Jean d'Arc; andseeing the cows being milked by ma- the meeting to order at the picnic tables November 15th, Metz. With this in-chines. We were muddy an.d dirty but in the bright sunshine streaming down formation, the man at the office tothere were no complaints, only laugh- on the Robinson back yard. The next which the application is addressed,ter. Plans are now in progress for a big chapter meeting is scheduled for Dec. otherwise President of the Committee,party as soon as _he Pounds return 5 at Secretary Harold C. Pluck's "ha- stated that this would adequately suf- ifrom their vacation in California. cienda" near Harrisburg. fice and the medal, as well as a certifi-

cate wit.h appropriate lettering, wouldbe returned in a very short time, possi-bly a week or ten days after receipt.

METZ HOIIB day combat. I will be leaving Stuttgart the lastof December. Metz itself is about a

(Continued from Page 7) May the Good Lord guide us and five-hour drive from here. If difficultyThis METZ HOUR, therefore, con- help us. And may the inspiration of is experienced in receiving your medal,

fers maximum honor to our dead and our fMlen and brave buddies ever re- I would be happy to try to arrange mybrave, by dedicating ourselves to pre- main with us as a force to keep us on work in order that I could make a per-serve what they foflght and died form the path of life's purpose: to leave this sonal visit back to the office of theby each one of us doing all we can to world a better place than we found it. Committee in Metz to see what I.canhelp get to the truth, supporting ou_r God Bless each and everyone of us do for you. However, again I wouldgovernment, and doing whatever we for taking the time to attend this An- like to me.ntion that the President ofcan to bring some sunshine in the lives nual Memorial and Rededication Re- th.e Committee or th'e man I talked toof our successors--the men in present- union!i (Continued on Page 10)

METZ HOHR truth from their peoples, but some less stopped in the early stages of(Continued from Page 6) well-meaning but non-informed Ameri- agression showing its ugly face--

cans are misled by such concealment, more catastrophic consequences inevi-prognosis, if these weapons were to Here are some naked facts for 1964, tably follow.be used, cannot be viewed as being exclusive of combat:good. Whatever advantages formerly We have 40 allies--most of themexisted concerning safety between two Officials in local governments killed, slow to share the burden we haveoceans, limited weapons, neutrality, wounded and kidnapped ........ assumed. But 23, as reported in theetc. are gone forever. Today we exist 1728, or about 35 per week N.Y. Times last week, are sharing ourand can exist only--with each group Other civilians killed, wounded and burden in various degrees.being his brother's keeper--as has kidnapped .................... The quickest road to peace and ces-been known in the religious world for 8752, or about 175 per week sation of hostilities, would seem to be,many centuries through the story of Incidents of terrorism, sabotage, then, breaking through the fog createdpassengers on a boat--where each one forced propaganda sessions and by the BIG LIES USED. That will in-paid for his own seat--with one pas- attacks ...................... volve strenuous and arduous labor that

senger starting to bore a hole insisting 26,463, or abou't 500 per week. may require person to person commu-that he paid for his seat, and the hole nication----even to the extent of havinghe started to bore was his own space-- And they brag that they are the new us learn the Vietnamese language. Butonly to be stopped by the others who "wave of the future'.', that they are the if that be our mission to spare our dearknew that danger would overcome genuine liberators of mankind, and sole ones and neighbors from the hardshipsthem all. This is the condition of the possessors of the road to progress and and cruelties of combat--and if thatworld today. And this is the condition happiness. This is their BIG LIE! be the mission assigned to our civilianof the World today presently being population--the 95ers as well as allaccentuated by the Viet Cong--the And they had the temerity to an- our buddies from all the other outfitsNorth Vietnamese---Red China--and nounce to the world about two weeks in the American Military Service dur-Red Russia. ago that their cause is just; that most ing World War II will fulfill such mis-

Americans support them; and that be- sion. As in war, so as civilians in civil-These new forces, through infiltra- fore long American public opinion will ian life--we 95ers will not fail in

tion, propaganda, terror and other evil force the withdrawal of our troops in whatever missions may be necessary toand despicable means, seem to be no Vietnam--so that they can continue to preserve our heritage and fulfillmentless menacing than the combination spread their brand of liberation, free- of life's purposes.of Hitler, I1 Duce and Tojo we had to dom and progress by imposition uponcontend with. They represent nothing peoples in terrorized areas. We made a good start yesterday inother than despotism, tyranny and ter- voting a token contribution to the USOror which has existed for long periods It would seem that they are making in Chicago----in the sum of $95--asof time throughout the greater part of the same mistake that the Kaiser made; part of a resolution to go back to ourthe world, that Hitler made---l"n mistaking Ameri- respective communities and alert our

Their Big Lie is more vicious than can love for peace for unwillingness friends to make contributions to theto fight for just cause. USO--so that our successors in corn-Hitler's was: they claim to represent

bat may have some necessary deviationliberation, social advancement and the It seems further that they are making from the rigors of military disciplinebetter life. They picture us as imperial- the additional mistake of assuming and combat.ists, devilish and inhuman. They de- that Americans have learned nothingliberately distort truth and most dan- from the non-existence of a world or- The boys in combat in Vietnam andgerously and dishonestly avoid telling ganization prior to World War I; from fighting for us--for our way of life--

their people that we are the real revo- the ineffective League of Nations prior just as we did two decades ago to keeplutionists: that it is the Uni_d States to World War II--are the present in- peril and destruction away from our

that has produced the most widely en- effectiveness of the United Nations. civilians -- our loved ones and ourjoyed education ever attained or en- We have learned our history lesson-- neighbors. ':joyed anywhere; that we have created agression feeds on agression--and un- (Continued on Page 8)a society with the most widespread !opportunity; that we have createdgreat health advances, old age financialallowances without loss of dignity,equality of participation irt government(especially concerning voting rights,with one man-one vote and equalizedlegislative districts); medicare; rentsubsidies, and only last week an officialgovernment program to lengthen lon-gevity to a national average of 75years in health, freedom and happiness.

They continue the Big Lie by criti-cizing what appears to their sympa-thizers to be wrongful acts on ourpart thereby concealing from theirpeoples their multiple cruelties and in-humanities. Not only do they hide Part of crowd at Metz Hour

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WE DID IT AGAIN the Reunion was on by corresponding when I see my buddies. Let's make a(Continued from Page 5) with our secretary, and the Col. and good gathering in Cincy!" And--

his Mrs. sent regrets because conditions Lovely moments of dreams and ro-wanted me to represent the Godek at the present time forbid making their mance--. This could easily be the out-Clique--so here I am, and I am bring- appearance. However, the old 95th standing event of this wonderful Re-ing a message from him--"Good luck, spirit is still there Don't stay away next union .This could be a shining examplehave a great Reunion, and God Bless year, folks--"WE REALLY NEED of why we consider the 95th Inf. Div.the 95th." Tony says, "The guys that YOUr,," Assoc. the finest in our land. It wascome to the Reunion come because An oddity--five girls--all by them- demonstrated at the dinner dance--

they love the 95th--not because they selves--Shirley Davis, Ruth Wolf, Ter- but let one of the main participantsare 95'rs. I want them to come be-ry Sears, Pearl Disheroon and Lois tell the story--Les Wolf, Co-Chair-

cause of sentimental reasons--not be- Sorrenson. How come? Their hus- man and Executive Board Member.cause they have to!" Very well said, bands, great 95'rs, are preparing for theTony-- next event on the Agenda. They say, Les says, "As you may know ever

1st timer, Bill McDuffie, H-379 and "There's things to be done"--and like since our -Reunion in Washington,Earl Meyer, Co-Chairman of the Cincy 95'rs--they got the job done." The D.C., the first Reunion attended by myshindig from Hamilton, O. said, "We girls didn't mind--Billy Pounds-- parents, they have talked about whatwere impressed--the fellowship among Bartender Deluxe--was on duty. a wonderful group of people they haveall outfits is amazing! It seems like one And-- met. Each year they have asked my

brothers and sisters to come and meethappy family. The Esprit De Corps Charlie Wittington, lsttimer, L-377, these new friends they have made.displayed here and in Europe are the Columbus, Ind. and Glenna. Said This year was their 50th Weddingsame. The clock rolled back many Chuck and Glenna--"This is phenom- Anniversary, so we were undecided asyears, and the incidents of yesteryear enal as well as surprising! We did not to what to do for them. At a meetingseemed like yesterday, as we relived know of Reunions until 62, and by the at one of the brother's home, weour experiences." You think these guys same token did not know what we were discussing a party--the date Au-will be in Cincy next year. You can were missing. I'm a confirmed Re- gust 14th. I quickly put a stop to thatbet on that--, union-goer now--we'll be in Cincy." date as it would interfere with my plans

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Ries, Reg. Hq. And Curley Kean, 1st timer and Jerry and Mom's and Dad's for the Dinner379, and .their three daughters surely Stevens, A.T. 378. "It's surprising! Dance. So my brother, Herbert sug-enjoyed the proceedings--this was Turn-out Great! It's a great outfit--and gested we have a surprise party with alltheir second Reunion--said to make we'll see you in Cincy next year." the family at the Reunion and at thesure it won't be their last. The lady of And-- same time meet some of the friendsthis group said---"We enjoyed last A great 95'r, Barney Sarna, Hq. 379 Mom and Dad have been talking aboutyear's Reunion so much we had to and a buddy, Lyle Scheller. Barney , a these years.come this year. It's no secret--we perennial, missed one last year on ac-will see you in Cincy next year." And count of a stroke, but in spite of that "Everything was kept a secret fromthem until it came time to sit down--Adolph and Angeline Massa, F-379, inconvenience, was in his glory at this to the table for our dinners on Sat-Culver, Ind., just returned from Army Reunion. Said Barney, "Wonderful, urday night."after 26 years, said, '"Over the past 26 can't explain it--the Cincy one shouldyears, I've had a lot of experiences-- be great and the trip to the Seven Hills "As you know they surely were sur-

• but the ones I cherish the most are the will be a nice ride. Want to see all my prised and appreciated the nice thingsescapades in the 95th. To me I have friends from everywhere and as my said abolat them and the many words ofnever met a greater bunch and the stroke is now under control, I will be congratulations from all the members ofproudest memento I own--The 95th able to indulge a bit--but no dancing, the 95th. These memories will alwaysbe treasured in their hearts forever.Div. Insiginia." And also of interest-- I can tell a few jokes though, and I And I also want to thank Gert for

.,_ Earl Roher, Medic 378 gave the promise I will throw away my cane arranging Mom's flowers when shefollowing info.--"There will be free was having her picture taken. Myparking in Cincy, O., at the Nether- family now knows why we look for-lands Hilton Hotel." A pleasure to re- ward to our Reunions every year. Theyport. said they have never met a nicer bunch

And another friend, and Perennial, of fellows and their wives." Les wentLeonard Koch, B-379, Chicago, I11., on with "Del and Terry Sears youformer council member, great 95'r, know, had pretty much arranged forand a wonderful family man, said the Reunion, when at the last minutethese most encouraging words, "The they were unfortunate to have a deathorganization is getting better and bet- in the family. I had to take over aster. There may be no room for im- chairman and _ontinued to do the jobpr0vement next year, but, if anyone given to us by the Executive Council,can do it, it will be the 95th. It's who without their help, I would havegreat." And Frank Halper--"What been lost."

can I say?" Then he blew his (xlllxo) It's impossible to write out a list ofhorn--. We missed our old favorites, these helping guys, so I'll just sayMrs. Sarah Twaddle and Col. and Mrs. Thanks to All. Now a list of the

Olin B. Shawhan. Mrs. Twaddle, on Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wolf, parents of merrymakers at the Wolf family Gol-account of an ailment was unable to Lester Wolf celebrating 50th wedding den Anniversary--be present but made sure that she knew anniversary at the reunion. (Co_stinuedon Page 12)

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NEW kA I"lkAl_r'l_C Robert W. McDermott Co. F 95th SIGNAL COMPANYIY_E.IVII_ I.I_4J 454 Summit Karlton "Jerry" Rosholt

Darlington, Wisconsin 53530 885 Easton Rd.--5A2Our warmest Greeting and Welcome Don G. Napolitano Co. F Glenside, Penna. 19038

is extended to ,the following 95'ers who 8311 N. CentralMorton Grove, Illinois 795th ORDNANCE

became new members from June 15, Victor E. Peterson Co. F Lloyd Ree1965 to October 15, 1965. 1816 Colorado Ave., S. 466--16th Street

St. Louis Park, Minnesota 55416 Red Wing, MinnesotaEmanuel Salafia Co. G

377th INFANTRY REGIMENT 190 Gorman St. 95th DIVISION BANDVictor Monari Co. A Nangatuck, Connecticut Robert V. Wells

Rt. #2 Hugh C. Sisson Co. G Robinson, North Dakota 58478Cuba, Missouri 2441--gth Ave.

John I. Roy Co. B Sacramento, California 95818 DIVISION HEADQUARTERS328 E. 103rd St. Edward J. Skowronski Co. G Donald B. McCoig

Indianapolis 80, Ind. 2306 Cleveland Ave. 1724 La Granada Dr.Samuel J. King Co. E Racine, Wisconsin Thousand Oaks, California

R.D. _3 Calvin V. Winton Co. K Richard V. LindholmConneautville, Penna. 16406 Rt. # 1

Carroll Satorius Co. YI Somerville, Alabama 1620 Warwick LaneAshland, Illinois Grover W. Crouse Co. M Newport Beach, California

Harold G. Odum Co. I 1511 S.E. Linn St. NO UNIT DESIGNATED2633 Harvard Ave. Boone, Iowa

San Angelo, Texas Lee E. Brownell Serv. Co. Niels Nielsen Btry. AElmer V. Poss Co. K Henry, South Dakota Cleghorn, Iowa

532--8th Ave. Dr. Kenneth C. Parks Chaplain Charles M. Pixler Co. ESibley, Iowa 4209 Whippoorwill Dr. Lebanon, Kansas 66952

Patrick McLaughlin 2nd Bn. St. Louis, Missiouri 63123 Fred PreadyFort Yates, North Dakota James E. Thayer, M.D. Combat Scouts 619 No. 7th Street

Cecil C. Worrell Hq. Co. 2 Bn. . West Summit Grand Forks, North Dakota232 State St. Sidney, Nebraska Raymond L. Tharp

Harrisburg, Penna. 17101 Lawrence L. Perryman Hq. Co. Rt. #2, Box 15Lester J. Larson Hq. 3rd Bn. Winnebago, Minnesota Grove Hill, Alabama 36451

Rt. #2 Paul White Hq. Co. Mike DamentoIsanti, Minnesota 55040 Rt. #4, Box 99 2730 Eastland Ave.

Carmelo S. Proto Hq. 3rd Bn. Sparta, Wisconsin Tucson, Arizona3739 High Street Fred Kunkel Hq. 1st Bn.Oakland 19, California 1608 Mary Street Richard Jansen

Arnold M. Schaefer Serv. Co. Brainerd, Minnesota 606 Bridlewood Rd.265 Center St. Northbrook, Illinois

Grayslake, Illinois 3581h FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALIONSamuel Yaksic Hq. Btry.

378th INFANTRY REGIMENT 10204 So. Wentworth Ave.Norman Mathieson Co. E Chicago, Illinois 60628

Maddock, North Dakota Archie W. Mahoney Hq. Btry.Buck D. Tilley Co. H Box 146

Box 107 Ute, Iowa METZ MEDAL INFORMATIONPrue, Oklahoma 74060 (Continued from Page 8)

Russell J. Penning Co. K 359th FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALION1012 Summit Ave. Wallace R. Noles Hq. Btry. in Metz stated there would be no diffi-

St. Paul Park, Minnesota 55071 Rt. #2 culty. He showed me a rather largeLeno L. Zini Co. I Calvert City, Kentucky file which had applications and docu-

525Caspian,VeronaMichiganAVe.49915 J' Q'P.O.Whittem°re'Box153 Jr. Hq. Btry. ments from several previous membersJulian C. Lee Co. L Callahan, Florida Of the 547th, plus many members of

Box 19 the division, which had been receivedEast Dubuque, Illinois 61025 George R. Mallon Btry. C

John V. Rossi Co. L 9144 No. Pier Park Place by mail and which had been approvedBraidwood, Illinois Box 67 Portland, Oregon 97203 and sent back to them. I hope you

Peter Skupien Co. M 920th FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALION will all be able to receive the medal16211 JoyceCircle shortly. It is a bealltiful medal, as isSouth Holland, Illinois Earl G. Nelson Serv. Btry.

Joseph F. Koch 1254 Beech St. the certificate and should be worth-R.R. # 1 St. Paul 6, Minnesota while to have in your mementos.

Belgium, Wisconsin 547th AAA BATTALIONR. E. Kern Anti-Tank With any kind of luck at all, I hope

910South 15thSt. Frank Frith Btry. A to be in Cincinnati next summer forRichmond, Indiana P.O. Box 177

Thomas F. Paddock Hdqs. Co. Gulf Shores 3, Alabama the division reunion, which will be theP.O. Box 823 James M. McClure Btry. A first I have had the opportunity tO

Wapato, Washington 305LakesideDr. make. I have my orders reassigning meCharles C. Walsh Serv. Co. Cedartown, Georgia to COMZ and I will be going to

5235 Garth Ave. Charles D. McRae Hq. Btry. Coventry, Rhode Island with the 24t'hLos Angeles, California 90056 4442 So. 176th

379th INFANTRY REGIMENT Seattle, Washington 98188 Artillery Group.Emil C. Grohman Btry. B

B. C. "Pete" Morris Co. C 24-382 Broadview SECRETARY'S NOTE:2012 Menefee Farmington. Michigan

Allington, Texas Thanks Major, for the informationLarrY10021CawallyatesAve. Co. E 320th ENGINEERS BATTALION that we have been trying to get for 2

Chicago, Illinois 60617 J. Henry Kulinski Co. A years. Copies of the application formHarry W. Lehman Co. E 4437 So. Iowa Ave.

P.O. Box L St. Francis, Wisconsin 53207 have been made and stapled in this800LincolnAve. Delbert Gustafson Co. B Journal for the convenience of our

Edgemont, South Dakota 57735 Hallock, Minnesota members.

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1965 EUROPEAN TOURBy Howard Kress c/379 1929 Brook Drive, Camden, S. C.

This letter is just about two months late, but not too late to thank you forsending me a copy of the July Journal and a membership envelope.

You may remember that I had told you I was going to take a European tourthis summer. We went through with it and had a wonderful time _ it wasslightly different than the last tour. We arrived home on August 13, the first dayof the reunion, to find your correspondence here. I've been meaning to writeever since but in the mad rush to catch up just didn't take the time until now.

On our trip we set aside four days for a motor trip to some of the old spots• and this was soon designated as the "old soldier's tour". It just doesn't seem

tha.t it was 21 years ago bu,t to my two youngsters (16 and 13)' it must haveseemed as if I had been in World War I. I believe they were really surprised tofind out the old man ever did anything worthwhile and I can say that they and

the wife were very patient as I dusted off some memories. Railroad Station at Saarlouis, GermanyOur tour began in Holland, where we were staying with friends. On thefirst day we searched out the li.ttle town of Eben Emael, Belgium, just south _ _ _ _ -_-__of Maastricht. The only difference in the town seemed to be that the road was

paved and I had little difficulty finding the house where we were quartered in MAIL CALLFebruary, 1944. The lady who had lived there had moved to Brussells, we foundfrom talking to the lady nex.t door. That is, my 16 year old son who has had (Continuedfl'om Page 4)three years of French talked to her. Our visit stirred up the neighborhood and COL. LELAND B. KUItRE_ USA..was a real thrill. We spent the rest of the day driving down through Bastogne Ret. (320th Engineer Battalion), P.O.and Arlon (as I remember we went North on tha.t road in 1944) to Luxembourg. Box 5279, San Antonio, 1, Texas. At

The ne:_t day was the big one. We drove down to Metz (I didn't realize it last I've gotten the textbook on Ator-was only 41 km.) on a four-lane highway over land the 377th walked over. genics in working draft _ it's beenSince the 379th had spent li.ttle time in the city proper I headed east of the developing piecemeal for 40 years. I'llcity to the village of Gravellotte. No problem. We found the house where I'd always be grateful to the 320th Engi-slept the night of Nov. 14th, 1944, and the field across which C and L Companies neers _ its activation and develop-had a_ttacked on Nov. 15. We had some problem getting into the draw, but merit in '42 proved some basic con-finally did and found the waterworks which had housed the Germans who had cepts in the book.

inflicted heavy casualties on us and where Col. Philbin won his D.S.C. An old PAUL GOLDSTEIN (Co. E-379th),Frenchman was there and was eager to talk and show us around the place. When 55 Ormond St., Mattapan 26, Massa-I said I had been there during _he war he assumed I was German (I have a blond chusetts. Had a heart attack last year,crew-cut and a square German head inherited from my grandfather). We straight- but getting along fine now.ened that out and ,had a fine chat. He even described the action to me!

From there we drove to Saarlautern (now Saarlouis) on a familiar road ROBERT V. WELLS (Divisionthrough Boulay, Teterchen, Felsberg, etc. Again there was little difference and Band), Robinson, North Dakota 58478.it was easy to recognize. The road is paved now and it was summer instead Lived 10 years in Los Angeles afterof winter and instead of a 95th sign welcoming me to Germany there was a discharge from service. Last 10 yearscustoms station. That country has a real beauty which I really couldn't appreci- m Robinson, N. Dak. as executive ofli-ate before, cer of a small country bank. Five chil-

Saarlouis has changed as much as its name. We drove straight into the dren, oldest a sophomore in college.

town square before I recognized it. The church is still there but just about GEORGE T. ItlBLER (Co. K,everything else is completely new. We had lunch in a little place off the square 377th Inf.), 410 West 1st, Garnett,and had the sensation of being watched and suspected. Only the dish washer Kansas. "Danged tootin" (as we sayspoke English and we didn't see much of him. I don',t believe it's much of atourist town and they don't see many Americans there. I cashed a Traveller's in Kansas) I want to retain my mem-Check at the bank next to the church and the kids had a delightful sausage bership in the 95th Div. Association.

sandwich at a stand in the square. It certainly seemed strange. THOMAS _ G. DOWNING (M/We then crossed the bridge made famous by the 1st Batt., 379th on Dec. 3rd, 378th), 310 E. 49th St., Apt. 6G, New

1944 and of course that area was completely rebuilt. In five minutes we had York, New York. Have been lawyer inreached the railroad station, a trip that had taken several "days before. To my New York City for some time nowsurprise, they had repaired the old station, not rebuilt it and so it was very easy specializing in labor relations law forto recognize. I've enclosed a picture you can compare to the one in the Division management. Especially enjoy maga-History, which, incidentally was very helpful. The Bahnhof Hotel, where our zine photos of action in Germany.platoon spent several nights, was also repaired and easy to recognize. Andacross the tracks was the ruins of a pillbox our squad captured!! JOSEPH N. HALL ("B" 379th),

It was a very rewarding trip and I would urge anyone that can go with the 818 Holly Lane, Mount Holly, NewNew York Chapter next year to do so. The only thing I forgot to do was to Jersey 08060. We now have ourget my Metz Medal. second child, a little girl just one year

I didn't take many snapshots but have about 150 feet of 8mm movies old. All this after 25 years of marriedwhich I think are very good. I suggest that anyone going back take plenty of film. life. Our boy is three. I wonder whatED. NOTE: the future holds for these little ones.

Maybe some of the chapters would like to borrow the film for a showing I am still working for Post Engineersat their meetings, at Fort Dix, N. J.

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WE DID IT AGAIN "Whistling" Adolph Kutz, D.H., had mean. They really had a time.)

(Continued from Page 9) themselves a time. There were few Russ Woldin, Wampum, Mich. andtables they missed at the Dinner Dance his buddy Bill Freeman, C-360, remi-

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wolf, Sr., Mr. and frivolity is their end. These guys niscing their pugilistic days while in theand Mrs. Arthur Wolf, Jr., Mr. and come for these reasons---compamon- service. Russ was middleweight champMrs. Herbert Wolf, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. ship, a ball, and "maybe a drink or of the 95th and also a great all-aroundMot_gzik, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Wolf two." They got Plus! Something is athlete. Russ and Bill, a perennial,and Mr. Robert Wolf. Grandchildren bound to move when these guys are really whopped it up---both saying--present were: Mr_ and Mrs. Frank around---and an old friend Felix Go- "Our only regret is that we have toCarona, Lester A. Wolf, Wm. Wolf and cek and his wife Betty, D.H., Chicago, wait a year for another." These guysChas. Moty Zeh, Lynda Moty Zeh, Ill. Felix, an inspector for the Sunbeam are real 95'rs and can be depended onGerald Wolf and Katy Wolf and Corp. was looking chipper and was to be present at Cincy. A good time isNephew Glen Schwartz; and three happy to see the above three. He took what they wanted and a good time theyguests -- Peggy Gaffert, Louise and everything in stride though---the same had.Cathy. as in the old Army days when he was Heard Friday nite, "You got a pretty

That is the Wolf family--a never to trying to make "four" the hard way. loaded down plate, haven't yoube forgotten moment in ours and their Hope to see you and Betty in Cincy Buddy .... Yeh, the only reason for thismemory--God Bless Them. next year--. And-- though, is to keep from getting hun-

Journal Everyone likes to see their The walking Bartender--Joe Trivig- gry"---And how aboutname in print--some live by it-- no and Freda, D.H., Chicago, Ill.-- Dave McCaique, A-379, Milwaukee,some just for kicks--so it works two- strolling along with his "Bucket" of and his Mrs. tripping the light fantastic.fold. Satisfaction to you and probably dynamite. Formula--no secret-soda, It's amazing the way this guy maneu-to an old buddy who will see it and ice and plenty of booze. Simple, but vers on that dance floor! Talk about(we hope) come to a Reunion. So effective--and Potent! determination! He's "loaded" downcome up--and speak up---. It's impos- with it and Dave an amputee! Imaginesible to get to talk to everyone-- that--it surely reflects the spirit of thealthough I am on my way--these 95th--and in spirit--Dav e leads themlittle bits of news you give me get all! He's out of this world--.us acquainted. I, like many others, A few of my old bunkmates--andwould only know a few 95'rs if it it surely was good to see them Daveweren't for the Reunions--I get a big Unger and A1 Kavalunos, C-320, andkick out of this--but a bigger one when from Co. D, Steve Bush, Harveya first timer comes up and says, Youngberg, George Dees, and Jos."This is my first Reunion, and I think Lee. These guys make all the functions.its great!" So get your buddies to Says Dave, "That Friday nite meal wasCincy next year." terrific and the entertainment was the

Steve and Zora Ferra, Canton, II1., same." He went on--said, "Just got in--a little disappointed "Hal Munroe surely put on somebecause the Rhode Island bunch is not big time for us----I think everyonehere. We are going to all the affairs-- thought the same. They were great!"especially the Dinner Dance--and And there goes that (XX-10) hornwe're going to have a time. We're 1 st again. Tom Diggens and his lovely wifetimers and we expect a real initiation." says--"This is it--we're CincinnatiThey went and they got what they ex- bound."pected--a time and a real initiation. Wenzel Wogh and Amy, Ord. St.Don't forget Cincy next year, kids! Louis Chapter Treasurer. "Having a

Always a pleasure to report---some- Robert Buchter, President Eastern Pa. time---Amy is too. Let's make Cincy atime people we expect to, do not show Chapter _6 receivh;g Lamina;ed Char- better one--if possible. Would like toup, so--Gerald Conway and Lora, E- ter from National President, Edward see more Ord. men at Reunions. It's377, Chillicothe, Ill., and Chas. Clark L. Radik. not lonesome without them, but wouldand Eileen, D-378 merged. Said the be a lot better with them." Wenzelboys--"Disappointed because some of Ed Welch (Irish Welch), Derby, and Amy--get out the old addressthe Chicagoans did not make an ap- Conn., B-377, 4th Reunion and his book and tell those guys what they arepearance. They don't know what they children, Bob and Carol, met some missing. The years are going by fast--are missing--the entertainment, food of his gang--especially Vermont C. let's get those guys "Home"!and everything else is terrific! We will Roll and Nell from Kingston, O. Says It's difficult to imagine, but--threebe in Cincy--but now we are going Nell "We have to have another Re- gals in the hospitality room_waiting--on a boat tour to get our sea-legs in union at Reading--All Reunions are Elsie Graham, Carrie Gibson and Jeanshape for the Dinner Dance tonight." great--but that one was a pip--this Clirlkenbeard. "Our husbands have not

From Oelwein, Ga.--Bill Murphy, is a great one too---but no matter where come back from the business meetingD.H.--a very, very busy man in his --we'll be there. Even the kids enjoy yet. This is not the first time weeveryday life. Bill a widower, father them as much as we do." Said Ed, waited for them before. We're hun-of four children, teacher, football "Mayor Barthomoli is unable to be pre- gry (just like a woman) and we want tocoach, and sports arbiter--along with sent but he sends his regards. Will eat. But we can wait some more. ThisDon Dicker, D.H., Lawrence, Kansas, see you all in Cincy." (If you would is a wonderful get together and we arefather of two. One at Kansas U., have seen Vermont and Nell Friday enjoying every minute. We understandother in High School- along with night, you would know what they (Continued on Page14)

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Cincinnati'sNetherlandHiltonHotel SERVICERECOGNITIONAWARDSTO

SelectedReunionHost-Aug.12,13,14HALPERANDSAFARIKFrank and Francis each received aFM/AM table model radio at the Sat-urday Night Dinner Dance for theiroutstanding service and devotion to theAssociation.

Netherland Hilton in Cincinnati

Special Hotel Rotes to Apply for 95'ers Attending Convention Frank HalperA/379thFrank has been tootin' his horn

CINCINNATI, OHIO---Earl E. Rohrer (Med./378), Reunion Chairman, around the Reunions for many years.August, 1958 he was elected Second

announced the sele,ction of the Netherland Hilton Hotel for the 17_h ANNUAL Vice .President and August, 1960 wasREUNIONto beheld on August 12, 13, and 14, 1966. elected First Vice President, which

office he still holds. He was instrumen-A truly great hotel, the Netherland Hilton is noted for its comfort, service, tal in setting up the Reunion Ad Pro-

delectable food and gracious hospitality. Every modern convenience, every gram Book and serves as the Chairmannicety of service, is here for you to enjoy. The majority of its 800 rooms are of that committee. The Ad Programassures the Reunions of financial suc-air conditioned, as are all of the restaurants, cocktail lounges, convention space cess.and public areas. Guest rooms have four-station radio, circulating ice water andtelevision. Located at Fifth and Race Streets in downtown Cincinnati,, the

Netherland Hilton is in the heart of the city, convenient ,to stores, shops,theatres and office buildings. With its many Private Dining Rooms, the Hall ofMirrors, the Pavilion Caprice and two large Exhibit Halls, it provides unsur-passed convention facilities. For the motorist, there is "Drive-In" registrationservice at the adjoining 400 car Carew Tower Parking garage.

Free garage accommodations, for registered guests, during your entire visit.

Special reduced rates have .been made available by the hotel and air condi-tioned rooms will be in ample Supply and available upon request. The rates willbe as follows:

SINGLE ROOMS ..................... $9.00

TWIN BEDROOM .................... 13.50 Francis E. Safarik Div. Hq./AG._. (2 persons)

No charge for children Francis served as Finance Officer atthe first Reunion and was electedTreasurer of the Association at that

.......................... Reunion, October 14, 1950. He heldthat office until September, 1956 when

95th STILL ON THE BALL Exactly 4 weeks earlier, at our Re- he was elected Association Secretary.The N.Y. Times for Sunday, Septem- union in Chicago, we enacted a Reso- Due to pressing business he relin-ber 12, 1965, on page 1, carried an lution u/-ging our members and friends quished .that post at the 8th Reunion,appealby President Johnson for civil- to help the USO--and we made August, 1957. He has served-on theian support of the USO--particularly, a token contribution to get the ball' " Executive Council since that time.n_ow, with the Vietnam fighting raging, rolling. Congratulations Fellows!

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LatestEuropeanTourNews °'°(Continued from Page 12)wherever our husbands meet a buddy

Although it may not seem so the _ime is getting close to the "Dream of a ----waiting is part of our lives." WellLifetime" trip back to Europe that we first wrote about in the last 95th Journal. said, girls.

Our New York Chapter and the Travel Center of Manhass_t, New York The Reading group----a fine bunchhave been working hand in hand in order to smooth out the trip and as the old of guys and gals, Pres. Bob Buchter,WW2 saying went "get the show on the road"! F-378, Rolfe Troicha, A.T. 377, Lou

The planned dates for the trip are from Monda,y, September 12 thru Heisler, 379, Hal Pluck, 379, Jim Rob-Monday, October 3, 1966. inson (amputee) C-378 and their wives.

We will be leaving from New York and our first stop via Jet Plane will Everyone who was there will tell yoube Paris. of that Reunion with great feelings and

Our tentative schedule will be as follows: as they said, "We want to thankeveryone for the way they expressed

Paris, France ....................... 4 nights themselves about Reading. We hope inRheims, France ..................... 1 night the near future we will have themMetz, France ....................... 2 nights back." Boys, in a year or two just putSaarbrucken, Germany ............... 2 nights in your bid--and you will get it!Luxembourg City ................... 2 nights And--

Dusseldorf, Germany ................ 2 nights Harry Walker, Ser. 378, Washington,Dortmund, Germany ................. 1 night Iowa. Still in the Reserves. Harry said,Arnheim, Netherlands ................ 1 night "Not too many of my gang here_Amsterdam, Netherlands ............. 2 nights but it's early yet". Said Bob Buchter,London, England ................... 4 nights "You got to be a hell of a soldier to

This adds up to a glorious 21 day trip. stay in 20 years." Harry, "I didn'tWe will be met in Paris by our own private bus and the bus will remain at mind." That's that.

our disposal for the entire tour. From Amsterdam, we will travel by plane to Quote--Dick Martin, A.T. 378, St.London where we will once again have a private bus for our use. From London, Louis Chapter. "Well we lost to Cincywe will fly back to New York where the tour will end. _so now we're shooting for Metz."

We have attempted in planning this trip to make a well balanced trip which And Elbin J. Lindich, B-320 Med.would not only enable us to revisit the Battlefields of 1944-45 on which we Chicago, and son Elbin, Jr. "Lone-served but also to enable us to enjoy wonderful touring and sightseeing in three some .... No" answered El, "We gotof Europe's leading cities in addition to the countryside in between. Budweiser". He went on "This is won-

In addition to the .bus driver we will be furnished with an English speaking derful going home to pick Mama upexperienced escort who will remain with us throughout the trip and who will and go to the Dinner Dance. Friday niteserve as our private guide in order to give us a complete description and com- was the greatest Friday nite I've evermentary of the history and culture, etc. of the areas that we visit. This should been to. We'll be at the Metz hour too!prove well worthwhile to us all. That we can't miss."

The all inclusive cost of the trip per person from New York should not Tony Agneta, Clark, N. J., andexceed $750.00. This is based on double room occupancy. The single rate would Alan Yranian, Cleveland, A-379 saidbe about $40 to $50 extra. As mentioned in our previous Journal however; two simultaneously, "We are having thesingles can double up in order to get the double rate. time of our lives. We hope to see

The trip by the way is open to friends in addition to Association members, more 95'rs from our areas next year."The $750. per person rate will include the following: Go after 'em boys!

Air fare from New York to Europe and return. And here's some good news forAll land and air travel in Europe. Frank Halper -- from Hq. 2nd Bn.Good standard first class hotels throughout. 379th, Chuck Goodell, Bill Lockaton,Two meals per day (excepting Paris, Dusseldorf, Amsterdam and Chuck Kiggens are going to take

and London where breakfast only is included), a full page in the Souvenir Book inTransportation between airports and hotels. '66. Thanks Boys! And Maalox andTravel escort. Frank Halpers (XX10) horn was veryGratuities, taxes and fees connected with planned sightseeing, much in evidence.

Porterage for two pieces of luggage per person. Bob and O]lie Curphey, perennials,Travel arrangements for our tour are being handled by Mr. Brooks Carroll A.920 from Morristown, Pa. and 1st

of the Travel Center of Manhasset, Inc., 580 Plandome Road, Manhasset, New timers Carroll, H-377, Ashland, Ill.York. and Dick and Frances Burch, C.379,

This trip is based on a minimum of 25 persons. Greensburg, Pa. Says Ollie, "Am at aloss for words. The committee inPlease make your reservations without delay. A deposit of $50. per person

payable to the Travel Center of Manhasset, Inc. should be sent as soon as charge does some job. We look forwardpossible, to these Reunions. It's nice to see the

kids growing up---_as time goes on,Deposits must be in by January 31st. This is a must as plans for a trip of these Reunions are getting more preci-of this nature must be made well in advance. Of course, if we do not get 25 ous to us and everyone' here. We are

people to go and the trip is called off your deposit will be returned to you. getting older--and_as_'the old adage--So----write to Mr. Carroll if there is any further information that you desire; The youth of old age' enj_sys the youth:

and--GET THOSE DEPOSITS IN WITHOUT DELAY. of today. We all say_'_God: Bless the :-It's sooner than you think!!!! (Continued on Page 15)

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WE [lid IT AGAIN usual the silent type that makes his is neither here nor there. If Charleen(Continued from Page 14) presence felt by always being at all the would someday draw another and send

affairs arranged by the Reunion Corn- it to me--it will help make my scrap95th." And Arnold and Virginia mittee. Jim gives full cooperation and book complete--so far.Schaefer, Grayslake, Ill. Ser. 377. Says is a 95'r to the core. Welcome Jim, al- It took 22 years--in an amusing in-Virg., "I'm surely having a grand time ways glad to see you. cident during the West Va., Mt. Ma---and it's wonderful to see the old gang A lot of us did not know it_but neuvers. Jim Robinsen and Hal Pluck,again." And Louis and Georgiana --there was a Battle of Nerves. The Med. 379. Robby on detail to climbMiller, Fox River Grove, IU. put in, W.C.T.U. in one part of Hotel while mountain brings along a case of beer"Enjoy seeing old friends--this is our

we were booming it up in the other, to while away the time--as each bottle13th Reunion and you know--they aregetting better as time goes on!" We did not budge an inch--and the was consumed--he would throw itfew sober ones who were at the Dinner down the cliff----in the stillness---a loud

The Business Meeting--as usual--a Dance saw what were on the tables-- clack would explode in the nite air.rip-snorting affair--ended up amicably Maybe--that's why so many guys Medics were near the simulated ex-in spite of almost "having a 13 month looked like they were in an accident plosives. While Robby was telling tale,year." All the present officers were before it happened. As one 95'r to an- Pluck in group listening was one ofunanimously re-elected and it couldn't other, "Don't get smart with me." medics dodging bottles all nite long.be any different. These guys are dedi- Answerh"I wouldn't do thathlf I did Fantastic but true--it took 22 years tocated and doing their duties to the you would have to get out of the con- find out who was attacking the 379thAssociation number one on their agen- versation." medics--and how.da. To say they give their time freely mndy Mirable, M-378, and nephewswould be putting it mildly--a great Our best wishes and I'm sure from enjoyed the goings-on. Andy--memberbunch of guys and the whole Associa- all is to Bob Stokeleman, Cincinnati, of the Executive Board and one of thetion is proud of them all. August-- Ohio, co-chairman of our shindig there greats in the Organization, a hard andReunion month in '66 and Cincinnati a few years back. Bob is seriously ill willing worker, Andy will do all tothe city. That there is no doubt of a and is hospitalized but is hoping to be enhance the progress of the 95th. Yousuccessful Reunion_Earl and Ernie in shape in 1966. Bob, a great 95'r can always see him around where itRohrer in charge. Many accommoda- through Earl Robrer has sent his best does the most good--Bartender in thetions never before offered by a hotel --and wishes all to have a time. We'll H.R.--selling souvenirs, etc. and weshould enhance matters a bit. see you Robert, so take care--and are appreciative for his efforts, and--

Frank Halper, Vice-President and First timer Forest True, South Bend, An old friend, Joe Millianta, Rock-Fran Safarik, Executive Council mem- Ind. G-379 "Been getting mail but I ford, Ill., 920 Ser. Co., perennial andbers, were the recipients of two beauti- had a mental stress, but now some of his lovely wife at all the functions andful radios for meritorious service to the the names are getting back to me. Was really enjoying themselves. Joe says,Association. They were well deserved a very sick man while you fellows were "I• • came here because of my biaddiesas these two guys give their fullest enjoying yourselves at these Reunions, who are unable to be here and the_onescooperation to the utmost--and to but now I'm in shape and here I am. that will. It is a ritual that we must all

them we extend our sincere congratu- First guy I saw was Ted Christie but be at the Metz Hour. It is to honor the _:_lations. And-- expect to see many more. This is finest grolap of men I knowmand :by : i :_

Col. Jack Reilly at the Business great." Forest spent a considerable honoring them by coming to this re7Meeting--"In all the years since I have time convalescing in a hospital but union--some rubs off on to me. Webeen Mayor Daley's Chairman of Spe- feels O.K. now and is ready for the owe this to ourselves and our old bud-cial Events, I have been in contact with time--which he had. And a little girl dies. God Bless them." Joe and his finemany organizations and other various artist-- wife will be in Cincinnati. And Johnnyassociations--but of all--this is the Charleen Gillespie, daughter of Oli- and Jen Sadowski, C-379, Peru, Ill.greatest organized group of all. I am ver, A-378, a perennial who was re- John divided his time between the .... •proud of all of you, and I am proud of sponsible for that portrait of Gen. V.F.W. and our Reunion--but madebeing a member of the 95th Inf. Div. Twaddle admired by so many in the sure the V.F.W. did not interfere tooAssociation." Thanks, Jack--and Nate H.R. Room. Copied from one of the much. Johnny and Ben Mortorello ofAmchans brilliant oration--a part-- small photos in our Journals--the like- Youngstown, O. had what thy came to"Nothing is too good for our boys in ness was unbelievable. There was Mr. a Reunion for--companionship, fun,Viet Nam and other trouble, spots in 95 just as though he was there in per- and a drink or two, two perennials, wethis world of ours--I urge you to give son. Everyone admired the image and know next year they will continue ayour assistance freely to these worthy we must say Charleen has a talent that serial they began in 1950. See youcauses. Give and Give some more!" must be available to all. Although she then Boys! and--Every 95'r responded--and more than is 0nly 14, a freshman in high school Larry Yaklevich, L-377, Girard, O.the magic number was contributed. --ambitious to be a commercial artist along with daughters Carry and Mary.$95.00 was voted and will be our --she has made portraits of many out- Larry makes them all--he is one of themagic number in Cincy, or any other standing personalities -- her favorite, bulwarks of the Youngstown ChapterReunion City, furthering our immor- Andy Williams. These talents vested in and a greater 95'r is hard to find.talizing the 95th as the most vital the children of the 95'rs are not to be Larry, we are always happy to see youorganization of all. denied. That Oliver and Mrs. Gillespie and bring the kids along--Kids are

While eavesdropping, I,heard--two will see it fully brought out is certain part of o_arReunions now--we couldn't•95'rs--their cups well filled. Said one, --we expect to hear of Little Charleen do without them. And--"They are going to play a nine games to be a noted figure in her chosenseries." The other, (after a sip), "Nine field. We wish her the best, and I forgames? .... Yep--four at home and one am sorry I did not think of"snitch- "WE DID IT AGAIN" will be con-four on the road." ing" that excellent portrait of the Gen- cluded in the next issue of The Journal.

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