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Francis Scott Key Post No. 11
Official Bulletin Vol. XXXIX No.4
OCTOBER — 2021
Masks not required if you have been vaccinated
Francis Scott Key Post 11’s success depends entirely on active membership, participation and volunteerism.
COMMANDER’S ROLL CALL
Greetings to all American Legion Post 11 members. The end of September marked the completion of
my first 90 days as Commander. I must admit that it has been fast and steady. It has been much more
involved than I had imagined. Just the amount of meetings and events both private and public takes
up a lot of time. I am constantly trying to make sure that I pace myself and encourage the paid staff
and all our volunteers to do the same.
Patriots Day (September 11) recognition and observances throughout the country reminded us of all the acts of bravery,
determination and commitment that followed to preserve our way of life. Special tribute was paid to all who served in
defense of our nation. Whenever opportunity permits, give thanks to Service Members, Gold Star Family Members and
First Responders.
Unfortunately, this country and all around the world continue an all-out effort to combat the spread of COVID 19, so that
we can get back to some sense of a normal life. There are those individuals that feel strongly about the way in which the
virus is being handled. It is perfectly within individual rights as this is the land of the free, home of the brave. There are
however sanitary steps for each one of us to take that will help prevent the spread, such as wearing a mask, maintaining
social distancing, and frequent hand washing. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of us all doing our part to keep
each other safe.
I want to respond generally to complaints, issues and concerns from members and their families patronizing the
Post. COVID 19 changed the lives of us all over the past 18 months. What did not change was the price of goods and
services. Early on during the pandemic so many businesses completely shut down and The American Legion Post 11
was one of them. (No input, no output.) Charges for services had gone up such as, electric, gas, and water, those charg-
es did not stop coming in while the Post was closed, yet those charges had to be paid. And when the Post re-opened, the
price of food and alcohol also went up. When the post re-opened, resources used to pay for general services were dimin-
ishing and there was nothing coming in for the offset.
Operational cost increases without some return on investment in any business is not good. In the past couple of months
Roll Call I have mentioned price adjustments. In part because there have not been any changes to the food or drink pric-
es for some time. The other reason is because everything simply costs more. Bottom line up front, if consistent adjust-
ments are not made to include good fundraising ideas, limiting services further, may be an option. Lastly on the subject,
if you have complaints, issues and concerns with any paid staff or volunteer, I ask that you please put them in writing so
that they may be formally addressed.
I would like to close with good news. The American Legion helps all service members and their families. There are so
many service members that may not be aware of their eligibility and benefits. I am happy to report that our Veteran Ser-
vice Officer (VSO, First Vice Commander Otis Smith) and assistant Maggie Stinson have been very active assisting vet-
erans with the help needed to process service-connected claims and if they qualify, healthcare through the VA. Current-
ly, they are working 50 plus active cases, seven scheduled appointments through September, and 26 new veterans to con-
tact and set up appointments during the month of October. Thank you for a job well done.
One Band, One Sound.
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AMERICAN LEGION
FRANCIS SCOTT KEY POST 11 FSK Post 11 Temporary Business Hours
Elected Officers—2021-2022
Willie Jenkins Commander @* Monday - Thursday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm*
OFFICERS Friday 11:00 am - Midnight*
Otis Smith 1st Vice Commander @* Saturday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm*
Kimberly Davis 2nd Vice Commander @* Sunday 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm*
Charles Davis 3rd Vice Commander @* *If no customers in lounge, bar manager may close early.
Joe Rizzo, PC Adjutant @* Lunch served Monday - Friday 11 am – 2 pm
Wayne Kaikko, PC Finance Officer @*
Monday night pizza 5 pm - 7 pm (except on SAL
Steve Garrahy Sgt. At Arms *
Steak Night)
Don Blakey Chaplain *
Sheldon Shealer Historian * Tuesday Night Lite Fare 5 pm - 7 pm
Otis Smith Service Officer * Lite Fare: Wednesday – Friday 2 pm – 4 pm
William Lach, PC Judge Advocate *
Dinner served:
Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday 4 pm – 7 pm
Executive Committee
Friday 4 pm - 8 pm
PC Keith Clevenger, PC Mike Harbaugh, Curt Harper,
Tom R. Pryor, Oscar Shankle, George Smith III,
PC Matt Staden
Operations Committee Need help filing a VA Claim?
Oscar Shankle (Chairman*), Wayne Crum, PC Bill The Post Service Officer, Otis Smith is available, by
Lach, David Quin, Matthew Moy, PC David Swiderski, appointment, to meet with Veterans, spouses, or
Patricia Swiderski, Wayne Fox (SAL),
family members of a veteran to help file a claim with
Maggie Stinson (AUX).
________________________________ the VA. Appointments may be made by calling Otis
*Indicates member of the Executive Committee. at 301-662-9345 extension 109.
@ Indicates member of the Operations Committee
Copies of the Post Constitution and By-Laws are
available to Legion Members from the Post Adjutant.
Debbie Cline ……....………. Auxiliary President
Jeffrey Seiler………….…….. S.A.L. Commander FSK Post 11 is proud of our heritage and honored to
Tim Smith …..………...…..… ALR Director
___________________ have the following individuals as members:
Newsletter Staff: Jami Clevenger, Patricia Swiderski Past Department Commanders
Webmaster: Michael Duears
D. John Markey, 1923 - 1924
Bus: 301-662-9345 - 301-662-6941
Fax: 301-662-8664 Charles S. Houck Jr, PC 1935-1936
Banquet Manager: 301-662-8042 David Winpigler, PC, 2003-2004
This Official Bulletin is published for and about Past Department Auxiliary Presidents
members of the American Legion
Francis Scott Key Post No. 11 1st Dept. President, Frances H. Birely, 1922-1923
1450 Taney Avenue Susie I Ramsburg, 1928-1929
Frederick, MD 21702 Cornelia Rodock, 1940-1941
Comments may be forwarded to our e-mail: Bonnie Lamson, PP, 2006-2007
FSKPost11@comcast.net
Web Site: FSKPost11.org Patti Lach, PP, 2010-2011
Facebook Page : Past Detachment. S.A.L Commander
Francis Scott Key Post 11 American Legion Jeffrey Seiler, PC, 2015-2016
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membership CHAPLAIN’S CORNER
by: Otis Smith The following comrades of FSK Post 11 were
1st Vice Commander transferred to Post Everlasting:
American Legion Post #11 welcomes the following Kenneth Coil
new members: April 6, 2021
Shirley L. James; David J. Sewell; Hayward R. Charles R. Brown
Thompson; Travis Thompson; John J. Brewer; Jose August 25, 2021
O. Diaz-Luquis; David Hutchins; Mark C. Kirchman; Lawrence Allen
John M. Kroschinsky; Eric Dinger. August 27, 2021
Ronald L. Federline
Dues structure: September 1, 2021
NEW MEMBERS—1ST YEAR ……………….……. $25.00 F. Dale Wade
ACTIVE DUTY 1ST YEAR…………….……………….. FREE September 2, 2021
RENEWALS 2ND YEAR & BEYOND…………...…$35.00 May their souls, through the Mercy of God, rest
You may pay your dues online (preferred method) - in peace.
(http://www.legion.org/renew), by mail, or by stop- Faithfully,
ping by the Membership Office. Please make check Don Blakey ,
payable to “FSK Post 11”.
Chaplain
Thanks to all who have brought members on board
or have renewed already.
A Big Thank You!!!
Goal: 1533 Renewed for 2022 - 942 (61.45%) as of
First to let you know, I had my 2nd revision surgery on
September 17, 2021. Includes the Paid-Up-For-Life.
my broken knee cap. It has been difficult because of the
Please contact the Membership Office if you change small piece of kneecap to work with. Hope to be back
your address. and active by mid October.
Now thanks for all the help at the Past Commanders Golf
Top Recruiters for September, 2021 Tournament. We made about $4000. And it will enable
us to help several families this Christmas.
1 New members: PC Howard Hoy, Clyde Law,
Charles Johnson, David Wirtz Also thanks to all for stepping up to help with financial
duties at the Post. Thanks also for cards and emails.
Top Recruiter for 2022 All of this shows why this Post is the largest in Mary-
land.
3 New members: Willie Jenkins
Wayne Kaikko
2 New members: PC Joe Rizzo, PC Howard Hoy
1 New Member: Wayne Fox (SAL), Charles
Johnson, PC Curtis Jones, Kevin Joyner, PC ACE OF SPADES
Wayne Kaikko, Clyde Law, David Quin, George Estimated Value $4,448.00
Smith III, Patricia Swiderski, Pat Williams, as of September 21, 2021
David Wirtz.
Updated rules are available in the lounge.
Free 2023 Dues Tickets are $1.00 and the drawing takes place eve-
Recruit five new Legion members (veterans) before ry Tuesday Night at 7:00 pm. (Except the 3rd
June 1, 2022 and your 2023 dues will be paid by Tuesday of each month when it is drawn at 6:50
the post. You can also win a free membership by pm). You do not need to be present to win. Make
attending the monthly post meeting held at 7:30 pm sure that you have your current membership card
on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. before playing. Good Luck!
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S.A.L. News by: Jeffrey Seiler, Commander
We would like to thank everyone for the support of the Steak Nights. The last one of the year will be
Monday October 25th.
Dues are now being collected for the year 2022. Dues run from July 1st to June 30th. The dues are
$35.00 per member and $15.00 for junior members. Please stop by the post and pay your dues and
hopefully we can reach our goal of 100% again.
This year our Detachment Commander Mr. Mark Fayer of The Sons of The American Legion has chosen “Casey
Cares” as his project for the year. On November 20 th Our Post and Squadron will be hosting the Detachment Meeting.
After the meeting, we will be having a 500 Ticket Cash Blast Drawdown. The proceeds of this fundraiser will be going
to the Commander project Casey Cares which originated right here in Baltimore Maryland. Tickets are $10.00 with a
lot of chances to win with the top prize being $500.00. Please see Jeff Seiler for tickets. They are going fast.
Charlotte Hall Maryland’s Veteran’s home needs personal care items like bodywash, shampoo, and toothpaste. (Full
size NOT travel size). We will be holding a drive for these items, and they will be delivered to Charlotte Hall on No-
vember 21st. See the SAL Bulletin Board for the complete list of items needed. A donation box is located to the left of
the POW table at the front of the lounge or see Jeff Seiler if you would like to make a monetary donation. Contributions
have been slow and down due to the pandemic.
Another program getting started (yes, I know it is early but when you are reading this only 2 more months until Christ-
mas) is Toys for Tots. The Sons will be hosting a drive on the 20 th of November, and we will have representatives at
our Post from Toy’s for Tot’s, and we are looking to fill a truck up with toys. Please look for the Toy’s for Tot’s Box
and let’s fill those boxes so the unfortunate children can have a Christmas they might not ever forget.
Here is some exciting news the “26 Club Feed” will be held on Sunday October 31st.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 23rd Make a Difference Day
rd
October 3 is the end of the 2-week Octoberfest October 27th Navy Day
th
October 10 Columbus Day October 30th Mischief Night
th
October 13 U. S. Navy Birthday October 31st Halloween
Have some fun and enjoy Halloween. It is a night one can dress up and enjoy themselves and others. Be safe.
Sons Continuing the Tradition of Caring!!
Legion Riders By: Tim Smith, Director
Where has the summer gone? Our Fall Dance scheduled for October 9 th has been rescheduled to
Spring, with hopes of better participations and lower infection rate of the Covid-19 Delta variant.
After a week delay in our Lottery Scratch off drawing, we finally did it September 7th. The 100 th ticket
drawn was Lee Weber, a member who is here often on Tuesday night for Ace of Spades and the 200 th
ticket drawn was Auxiliary member Suzanne Phillips. I congratulate both and hope they scratched off some winnings!
A big thank you to those who purchased chances and to the members selling. The results of the tickets drawn is on our
Riders’ bulletin board and will be up until the 2nd week in October. We are playing catch-up from the inability to raise
funds last year and the Scratch off and Gift card drawings did well to fund our activities for Veterans and our Veteran’s
community. Fall brings out deer on our roads, more so than normal, so be careful riding, especially at dusk and at night,
as deer activity is higher. Scan the side of the road for reflections off the animal’s eyes and avoid an encounter. I look
forward to seeing you all at our Post and on the road.
If you would like to become a member or supporting member, please attend our meetings. You can also contact our
Membership Chairman (Jami Clevenger) at jamiclevenger@outlook.com or go to our website. Membership is free, but
you must be a Legionnaire, Auxiliary, or SAL member with dues paid up to date. You do not need to own a motorcy-
cle to become a supporting member. We meet on the 1st Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm sharp in the meeting bay.
You must renew your membership annually to stay an active member and continue to receive emails. For all members,
please contact our Membership Chairman with any changes to your contact status to continue receiving up to date in-
formation.
Please visit our website WWW.ALRFSKPOST11.ORG for all scheduled rides, events, applications, etc., and more
information on the American Legion Riders. Please also check out our Face Book page, The American Legion Riders
of FSK Post 11, and give us a like. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at
tsmith@shulmanrogers.com or 301-704-4947.
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Auxiliary News By Deb Cline, President
Well summer is over and I’m hoping everyone enjoyed it. Hope to see many of you soon at our
next meeting on October 19th at 7 PM at the Post Home. Please come and bring a friend with
your ideas (small or large) and see what we ALL can do for our Unit to help Veterans, Chil-
dren, Community and Seniors. Members may also attend via Zoom. Contact Bonnie Lamson
at info@fskunit11.org to receive the link to the meeting.
As always remember to write down anything you volunteer for no matter who or what you do it for other
than family. It all counts for the Unit on the end of the year reports. I know when I am asked what I have
done my mind goes blank. So, we all need to keep track of all our time that we spend doing things for
friends, schools, church, and other organizations that we can report to the Unit. It will also make you feel
good about yourself when you see all the things you have done for others.
The Unit will be doing a Halloween Drive-By for our children this year on October 30th from 12 PM to 2
PM. You MUST RSVP NLT Sat. Oct. 23rd by either signing the list in the lounge located by the men’s re-
stroom or calling the Post admin office at 301-662-9345/6941. There will be Goodies and Crafts provided
for the children chaired again by Wendy Giles.
Auxiliary Department of Maryland membership theme for this year is “LEAVE NO VETERAN BEHIND”.
So, this bring us to Membership, and you should have or will be receiving your annual renewal notice from
National for 2022. Please don’t wait for it come just pay them as soon as you can! Your membership mat-
ters! Dues are $30.00 and $7.00 for junior members (17 and younger). You can renew FOUR ways: 1) Stop
at the legion and pay dues at the office or drop them at the bar. 2) Mail your dues (checks payable to FSK
Unit 11) to the Post home at 1450 Taney Ave., Frederick, MD 21702. 3) Renew online at Legion-aux.org. 4)
Calling National Auxiliary Organization (Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm EST) at 317-569-4570 to pay
over the phone. You must have our membership ID available if you are paying online or calling National.
Remember to like our page on Facebook - Francis Scott Key Unit 11 American Legion Auxiliary.
Ticket Rifle*
Drawn Sportsman Drawing & Dinner
1 Charles Daly 101 Turkey 410 gauge Francis Scott Key American Legion Post 11
25 Stevens 320 Waterfowl Camo 12 gauge Saturday, October 2, 2021
50 Rossi Gallery Pump 22LR Doors open at 1:00 pm
75 CVA Hunter 44 Rem Mag $35.00 per ticket (includes 1 Guest)
Tickets available at the bar, admin office or by call-
100 Rossi RS22M Semi 22 Mag
ing George Smith, III at 301-676-4563
125 Iver Johnson Turkey Camo 12 gauge
Must be 21 years or older to attend
150 HiPoint 4095 40 S&W with Red Dot
One ticket raffled off day of event guaranteed to be
175 Remington 783 308 Pkg in the top three winners.
200 Ruger 10-22 Lam SS 22LR Losers Drawing – Savage 93R17 GVXP 17HMR
225 Mossberg Patriot 6.5 Creedmoor Pkg - must be present to win.
250 Savage Axis XP Pkg Camo 25-06 *Prizes available at time of printing. Equal substitu-
275 TriStar Raptor Camo 12 gauge Semi tion may be made. All regulated firearms to be
picked up at Skeeters (2 E. Water Street, Smithsburg,
298 Legacy Pointer 12 gauge O/U MD 21783) after background check. IAW All Fire-
299 Mossberg Patriot Walnut Pkg 270 Win arm Regulations
300 Savage 11 Trophy PKG 240 Ruger Tip Jars and 50/50 available
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Your Post’s History By Sheldon Shealer
(Extracts from Post Meeting Minutes)
100 Years Ago – October 1921
The regular meeting of Post 11 was called to order by Commander G. H. Bowers, October 11 th, in the Y.M.C.A audi-
torium. D. J. Markey Chairman of the Committee on renting the space reported that the Y.M.C A. board approved use
for $20 a month until January 1st at which time the Y.M.C.A. will require the space for association business. Motion
passed to set up committee of three to find meeting location for after January 1 st. Tug-of-War Team has been selected.
The Sabillasville Committee reported that they had provided entertainment to the Sanitarium guests including read-
ings, piano solos and dancing. Post welcome back any time with or without entertainment. Due to cost and date, Con-
cert Committee recommended a concert not be held, report accepted, committee dismissed with thanks. Efforts to im-
prove ex-service members in processing claims resulted in directing adjutant to write a letter to Frederick N. Zihlman,
Representative of the 6th Congressional District, to assist in getting the “Slackers List” for Frederick County. Motion
passed to have a committee of 3 identify all Post members buried by the post and list the grave locations. Committee
to update list with new buried members and list be maintained by the Historian. Outgoing Historian, Wilbur F. Saylor,
read the History report, was accepted, and he was directed to procure a suitable binder to hold Post Histories. C. Kemp
Cashour elected adjutant due to resignation of Irving N. Landauer.
50 Years Ago - October 1971
The regular meeting of Post 11 was called to order by Commander Spurrier, October 12 th, at the Post Home. Adjutant
reported 194 members at Department. Reinstatements and Transfers – 6, new members – 5 accepted 1 rejected. Of-
fice of first vice commander is vacant due to death of J. Thomas Bringle. Position filled by 2 nd VC IAW Constitution
& By-Laws, Russell K. Sherman; 2 nd VC vacancy nominated and elected, Warren W. Erlich. Department Commander
Wade gave remarks under the good of the Legion to thank everyone for support for his Commanders race and request
the Post work with local authorities to get Veterans Day changed back to November 11 th and closed by thanking WW I
vets for attending meetings and their continued service. Comrade Carter, Frederick County Commander, announced
that Post 11 membership quota for 1972 is 1,036.
20 Years Ago –October 2001
The regular meeting of Post 11 was called to order by Commander Govans October 9 th at Post Home. Second VC
McClanahan reported Post membership, 1,683 (75% of goal) and SAL 49. Service Officer Clipp reported $200.00
donation to Martinsburg Center for purchase of shirts for 5k run. Halloween Party to be held October 29 th from 1-3.
Eight new members and 7 transfers were accepted. Adjutant read letter of thanks from Auxiliary for Post hosting the
Fall Conference. Motion approved to accept a new CPA. Veterans Day, Memorial Park, November 11 th, 1 pm; Fi-
nance Officer Lach reported that the 29 Football Club will donate $300.00 towards new Color guard uniforms and the
Football Pool will contribute $200.00; Frederick Mayor Jim Grimes recognized the Post for its flag donations for the
September 11th program. Commander’s Halloween dance is October 27th, tickets $ 7.00 per person. District Oratori-
cal Contest February 17th 2002, at FSK Post 11.
Sunday Bingo -
October 3, 2021
Every Wednesday
Doors open at 4:30 pm. Bingo sales start at 5:00 pm.
Doors open at 11:30 am - Lunch Games start at 7:00 pm.
served at noon. GAMES: Early Bird, Winner Take All, Specials,
Games start at 2:00 pm - Twenty (20) Quickies, Senior Jackpot, Grand Slam (Jackpot
games - $500.00 payout per game. $2,500).
Two $1,000.00 Jackpot Games. Two 30 games in total.
50/50 Games. Players receive a Loyalty card and earn a free 6
$50.00 Advance Ticket pack of regular games with a filled card.
$60.00 At The Door Ball Games prior to Early Bird games
Tip Jars available.
Reserve seating available for advance
Concession open 5:00 - 6:45 pm and at halftime.
ticket sales. Advance tickets available
in the lounge - 1450 Taney Ave. Payout is determined by the number of players.
Minimum payout $60.00
7 With only 1,692 sponsored wreaths last year and over 4,000 veterans buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery not every veteran was honored with a wreath on Wreaths Across America Day. Mt Olivet had to select specific areas of the cemetery to cover fully with the wreaths available. Post 11 is asking for your help to ensure that we reach our goal to place a wreath on every veteran’s grave at Mt Olivet Cemetery. Please sponsor one or more wreaths in honor of or in memory of an American hero. For each purchase of a $15 wreath, $5 will be returned to Post 11 for use in our many Legion programs including purchasing flags for placement on Memo- rial Day at Mt Olivet. Purchasing wreaths is easy. Order online through this direct link to the WAA page: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/MD0490P Click the red button that says ‘Sponsor Wreaths’. Select the # of wreaths to sponsor AND the location you want them delivered to (Location ID MDMOCF). Click ‘Review My Sponsorships’. To complete the checkout process with a credit/debit card, Google Pay, or Paypal. Be sure to verify that your group ID and location ID are listed next to the items in your shopping cart PRIOR to submitting your order. You can also fill out the form below and mail along with a check made out to WAA and mail to WAA-Post11, 1450 Taney Ave, Frederick, MD 21702. Name:________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________ City:___________________________ State:______ Zip:________ Phone:________________________________________________ Quantity ________ x $15.00 = Total______________ Group ID: MD0490P Location ID: MDMOCF Any questions contact Keith Clevenger @ 301-514-6641. Please leave message if no answer or email kefers@hotmail.com. LET’S DO THIS - Remember, Honor, Teach. Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve and their families. Teach the future generations about the sacrifices made to preserve our freedoms.
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CHILDREN’S
HALLOWEEN DRIVE BY
SATURDAY, 30 OCTOBER, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
MUST RSVP NLT SATURDAY, OCT 23TH BY EITHER SIGNING LIST ON
LOUNGE BULLETIN BOARD OR CALLING OFFICE AT 301-662-9345/6941
GOODIES AND CRAFTS TO BE PROVIDED
COME JOIN US FOR A GHOULISHLY GOOD TIME!!
*CHILDREN MAY COME DRESSED IN COSTUMES
Friday Night Entertainment FSK Post 11 Library
The Library is available for the enjoyment of Post 11
American Legion Family Members, and it is an Hon-
FSK Lounge 7:00 pm or System Library. Books may be taken out, or read
in the Library.
Post 11 Library Hours
October 8 Inside Out Monday – Friday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday 2:00 pm - 5:00 PM
October 15 Brushfire
We request that you check in with the Bartender
October 22 Rewind before and after you go to the Library Area.
October 29 Poverty Ridge Book Check Out/Return Procedure
Sign Out Procedure:
Books may be borrowed as long as needed.
Sign Out Books in Library Binder.
Return Procedure:
Sign In Books in Library Binder when Returned.
Placed returned book in Return Box.
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Bronze Star of Valor
Congressman Jamie Raskin (left) presents the Bronze Star of Valor to the granddaughter of 1Lt Robert M.
Banker (center) for his heroic act of saving the life of LTC(R) Guy Whidden, Jr (right) and countless others
during Operation Market Garden in September 1944
The Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress
The mission of the VHP of the American Folklife Center is to collect, preserve, and make accessi-
ble the personal accounts of American wartime veterans so that future generations may hear di-
rectly from veterans and better understand the realities of war.” Collections may take the form of
war veterans’ first-hand oral histories, memoirs, collections of original photographs and letters, dia-
ries, and other historical documents from World War I through the present.
The Frederick County Veterans History Project (an activity under the auspices of the Federal Li-
brary of Congress) has been active since 2002. We have recorded interviews with several hun-
dred veterans here in the county, most notably focusing on survivors of World War II and Korea.
These video recording are stored in the Maryland Room of the Burr Artz Public Library in down-
town Frederick as well as being on file with the Library of Congress. We are very interested in con-
tinuing this historical activity to record individual histories from more recent service. If you are will-
ing to be interviewed, or are simply interested in finding out more about the program, please con-
tact Jim Hubbard at 240-578-4961 or on e-mail at jandshubbard@comcast.net. Additionally, we
are also very interested in recruiting additional interviewers and will be happy to offer training for
that task.
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American Legion Oratorical Contest
Do you know a high school student who is interested in Government and the Constitution?
Scholarships are available at the Post, County, District, State, and National levels through the American Le-
gion Oratorical Contest.
About the Oratorical Contest “A constitutional speech contest”
The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S.
Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the program has presented participants with an aca-
demic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the
ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights, and privileges
of American citizenship. The program has featured numerous politicians and prominent contestants over the
years, including former president candidate Alan Keyes and CNN anchor Lou Dobbs.
Young orators earn some of the most generous college scholarships available to high school students. Over
$138,000 in scholarships can be awarded each year. The overall national contest winner gets an $25,000
scholarship. Second place takes home $22,500, and third gets $20,000. Each department (state) winner who
is certified into and participates in the national contest’s first round receives a $2,000 scholarship. Those
who advance past the first round receive an additional $2,000 scholarship. The American Legion’s National
Organization awards the scholarships, which can be used at any college or university in the United States.
High school students (all grades) under age 20 are eligible. Competition begins at the post level and advanc-
es to a state competition. Legion department representatives certify one winner per state to the national
contest, where department winners compete against each other in two speaking rounds. The contest caps
off with a final round that decides the three top finishers.
Speaking subjects must be on some aspect of the U.S. Constitution, with some emphasis on the duties and
obligations of citizens to our government and speeches are eight to ten minutes long; three- to five-minute
speeches on an assigned topic also are part of the contest.
FSK Post 11 will hold its contest on January 29, 2022, at 10am. Prizes will be 1stplace $500, 2nd place $300,
3rd place and beyond $100. Winner will advance to District competition in February. State Competitions will
follow in March.
To get involved Contact: Tony Driebelbies tonyd8341@gmail.com or Wayne Kaikko wkaikko@comcast.net.
Or call or email Post 11 at 301-662-9345 or FSKPost11@comcast.net.
military life
FSK Post 11 is looking for stories and memories of your service time for our Military
Life section of the newsletter. Stories are also welcome from the children or spouse of
a veteran. Send your articles by e-mail to: PSwiderski.fsk11@gmail.com or by letter
to FSK Post 11, 1450 Taney Ave, Frederick MD 21702. Please include your Name,
Branch of Service (if applicable) and a phone number (in case we have a question).11
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
TO THE FOLLOWING POST #11 LEGIONNAIRES
CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS IN OCTOBER*
Patton T Allen William Andelman Carey G Anglin Thomas A Antrim James A Auldridge
John G Aulls Justin Baker Paul K Beard Jeffrey E Beck Brad S Berger
Roy W Berry James G Blank Michael L Blatt Paul E Bogley Jr Ronald E Bowie
Walter G Brooks Sr Floyd S Brown Tina N Brunson James E Burdette Barbara E Burke
William A Burnette III David P Chapin Walter H Clem David A Coker Terry L Comer
Jessica Conley Matthew C Conway Richard J Dant Charles B Davis Eugene Delauter
Myron L Diggs Sr Eric S Dinger Joseph Dixon Walter Dobarzynski Patricia A Fabiszak
Carolyn S Francis Michael B Fratina Charles A French Stephen C Gillis William N Gladhill
Richard B Glover Harry M Grant Nancy L Greenawalt William G Hall George W Haller III
Dale A Hare William A Harris Jr Ronald L Heaton David L Hoffman Ronald H Hoke
Robert C Honeycutt Michael T Howard Sr Roscoe M Hutzell Gary L Jackson Dennis L Jenkins
Raymond P Johnson Michael J Joy Michael A Julian William A Kennedy Jr Howard J Kmieciak
Robert J Knievel Peter J Kreegan Martin W LaFrance David A Latch Gary R Ledbetter
Alan T Lehmann Dawn M Long Scott D Long Dana B Love Jr Charles R Lusby Jr
Richard Lushbaugh Sr James T Lyles Jr Johnnie Lyons Anna Marks Theodore G Marron
Louis W Martin Kirby L Maybush Jason McAllister David E Meadows Dellwood W Michael
Terry E Miller Don A Mitchell Dwight E Moser John M Motter Jr Frederick H Moxley Jr
Irene L Patz Harry J Pettit Henry E Ponton III Terrence V Porter Albert N Price
Marsha D Reveal Terre R Rhoderick Joseph Rigutto John F Riley John P Robinson
Dennis J Rudden Phillip Salazar James M Shackett Leo L Shank Pete Shomette
Richard P Simons David L Sloniker Charles Smith Dwight Smith Lawrence E Smith Jr
Rodney A Smith Samantha M Smith Philip G Smullen Gregory A Sneeringer Dwight Sommers
Randy J Stewart John P Stush William Swiderski Robert J Thacker Jr Jimmie L Toms
Allen H Twiss James Vaonakis Gary L Wachter Thomas A Wachter Thomas Washington
John Weldon Tony Wetzel Robert T Whiting Todd Williams John Willis
Tony Wilson August Winterstein III Jerry Wood Steven T Zepp
*If you are a Legion Member (Not SAL or Auxiliary) and your name is not listed and your birthday is this
month, please contact the front office (301-662-9345) to update our records.
Frederick County Community Blood Drive. The American Red Cross
holds a monthly Blood Drive at the Frederick Donor Center located at 141
Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick. The date varies each month, call 1-800
-733-2767 for an appointment and date for their upcoming drive.12
Lunch: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Monday - Friday
Lite Fare: Wednesday - Friday 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Dinner: Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday - 4:00 - 7: 00 pm
Friday - 4:00 - 8:00 pm
SUN.
MON. TUES. WED. THURS. FRI. SAT.
SUN.
1 2
Sportsman
Drawing
1:00 pm
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
L) Meatloaf w/ M. L) 2 pc. Fried Ckn.,
Operations Potatoes, Gravy, M. Potatoes, Gra-
Mtg 9 am Veg. & Roll vy, Veg. & Roll
Bingo
11:30 am Ace of Spades 7
Pizza 5 - 7 pm pm Riders Mtg 7pm
SAL Mtg 6:30 pm Executive Bingo 7 pm Inside Out
Mtg 7:30 pm
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
L) Spaghetti w/ L) 2 pc. Fried Ckn.,
Meat sauce & Gar- M. Potatoes, Gra-
lic Bread vy, Veg. & Roll
Ace of Spades Bingo 7 pm
6:50 pm
Pizza 5 - 7 pm
Post Mtg 7:30 pm Brushfire
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
L) Meatloaf w/ M. L) 2 pc. Fried Ckn.,
Potatoes, Gravy, M. Potatoes, Gra-
Veg. & Roll vy, Veg. & Roll
Bingo 7 pm
Ace of Spades
6:50 pm
Pizza 5 - 7 pm Auxiliary 7 pm Rewind
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
L) Spaghetti w/ L) 2 pc. Fried Ckn., Children’s
Meat sauce & Gar- M. Potatoes, Gra- Halloween
lic Bread vy, Veg. & Roll Drive-By
Bingo 7 pm Noon - 2 pm
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Operations SAL Steak
Mtg 9 am Night Ace of Spades
7pm Poverty Ridge13
Francis Scott Key Post 11
Temporary Menu (updated 8/15/2021)
Appetizers
Chicken Tenders (4) $6.50 Mozzarella Sticks $5.50
Hot Wings Breaded (10) $9.00 Wing Dings Breaded (8) $7.50
Thai Wings Breaded (10) $9.00 Naked Wings (7) $8.00
Haddock Bites (10) $8.00
Salads
Side Salad $3.25 Grilled Chicken Salad $8.00
Tuna Salad Platter $8.00 Chicken Salad Platter $7.50
Chef Salad $8.00
Soup
Soup of the Day Cup - $3.50 Bowl – $4.50
Sides Items - $1.75
French Fries (FF) Curly Fries Sweet Potato Fries Cole Slaw
Onion Petals Onion Rings Mashed Potatoes Applesauce
Sandwiches - Cold
All cold sandwiches are served with chips and pickles.
Topping choices: Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo, Onion
Add cheese for an additional $0.25 (American, Cheddar, Swiss, or Provolone)
Ham & Turkey Club $8.75 Ham Club $8.00
Turkey Club $8.00 Ham Wrap $7.75
Turkey Wrap $7.75 Tuna Salad $5.50
Chicken Salad $5.50 BLT $5.50
Turkey $4.50 Ham & Cheese $4.50
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Sandwiches - Hot
All hot sandwiches are served with chips and pickles except where noted.
Topping choices: Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo, Onion
Hamburger w/FF $7.25 Bacon Cheeseburger w/FF $8.50
Cheeseburger w/FF $7.75 Cheese Steak Sub w/FF $8.50
Hot Dog $3.25 Turkey Rueben w/FF $8.25
Rueben w/FF $8.25 Tuna Melt (on Rye Bread) $7.00
Patty Melt w/FF $8.25 Haddock w/FF & Cole Slaw $8.25
Grilled Cheese $3.50 Grilled Chicken w/FF & Cole Slaw $8.25
Grilled Cheese & Ham $4.50 Hot Turkey (1 side) $8.25
Grilled Cheese & Bacon $4.75 Shrimp Basket w/FF & Cole Slaw $9.25
Dinner Lunch: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Monday - Friday
All dinners served with 2 side items and a small salad. Lite Fare:
Chicken Tuesday 5:00 - 7:00 pm
4 pc All White or Mixed Fried Chicken $14.75 Wednesday - Friday 2:00 - 4:00 pm
2 pc White or Dark Chicken $ 11.00 Dinner:
Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
Seafood
4:00 - 7: 00 pm
Haddock (fried or broiled) $14.00
Friday 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Fried Shrimp (7) $13.25
Desserts
Please ask your server for the list of desserts. Page 2 of 2
Dates to Remember: SAL Steak Night
October 2 - Sportsman Drawing and Dinner October 25, 2021
October 3 - Operations meeting - 9:00 am
6:00 - 8:00 pm
October 3 - Bingo - Doors open at 11:30 am
October 4 - SAL meeting 6:30 pm
Tickets: $20.00
October 5 - Executive meeting - 7:30 pm Includes: Steak,
October 7 - Riders meeting - 7:00 pm Baked Potato, Green Beans, Salad, &
October 12 - Post meeting - 7:30 pm Roll.
October 19 - Auxiliary meeting - 7:00 pm Tickets available from Jeff Seiler,
October 30 - Children’s Halloween Drive-By 12-2 pm Wayne Fox, or at the bar.
October 31 - Operations meeting - 9:00 am
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