Education is the cornerstone upon which the future of this nation is built. Where there are good schools, we find good citizens. In fact, education is the first requisite of good citizenship. Reliable studies show many American students are unaware of all the financial assistance available to them in pursuit of higher education. The American Legion's Scholarship Programs were created to fill that void, and to promote and provide programs that encourage children to make use of their education opportunities.
Scholarship
recipients were: Jenny Knowles, daughter of Richard Brown and Sherry Knowles of
Greene, Brittany Duncan, daughter of James and Anne Duncan of Greene and Katelyn
Beeckel, daughter of Peter and Caron Beeckel of Turner.
Pictured
from left to right are: Shirley and Daniel DiMambro presenting a check to Jenny
Knowles, Chaplain Paul Bernard presenting a check to Katelyn Beeckel and Jim and
Sylvia Palmer presenting a check to Brittany Duncan.
The newly revitalized Turner Memorial Post 111 received three applications for scholarships from Leavitt High School students for the upcoming year. The post being in its infancy stage has not yet had a fund raiser and was unable to meet the scholarship request. Chaplain and Executive Officer Paul R. Bernard felt the need to reach out for assistance and spoke with a fellow comrade and member of the post, who was a founding father of the Maine Antique Vehicle Restoration Club, known as the Mavrecs, a non-profit club, formed in 1999, by founding members, Jim & Sylvia Palmer and Daniel and Shirley DiMambro. On behalf of the club, DiMambro stated that helping the American Legions Scholarship Program was a worthy cause approved by the Maverics. “We are forever mindful of our commitment to the education of our youth" stated Dimambro. Dimambro also stated; "For the Good of the Legion" we must work together to implement the American Legion Programs within our communities. The Chaplain stated that one of the responsibilities of being on the Executive Committee is being responsible for the government and management of the Post which includes its success in implementing American Legion Programs and the Scholarship Program is only one of our extremely important goals as the Legion Family.
Leavitt high School students, Katelyn C. Beeckel of Turner, Brittany A. Duncan and Jenny L. Knowles both of Greene all received a $100.00 scholarship. Beeckel plans on attending Bishop’s University, Duncan plans on attending Simmon’s College in Boston, and Knowles will attend the University of Maine in Augusta.
The Maverics are a State of Maine club organized for the hobbyist on a budget that has a desire to be involved in car shows, cruise nights, the annual awesome clambake in Naples along with their traditional Christmas party. The only requirement is to have a vehicle that is at least 15 plus years old.
On Thursday July 19th, 2007 Jenny Knowles, Graduating Class of 2007, Leavitt High School dropped by the registered office to drop by a "Thank You" card with a graduating picture.d: Turner Memorial Post 111 / The Mavrecs
The card read: Thank You very much for my Scholarship. I really appreciate it. It will help me in getting everything I need for College such as books, tuition, and other things. I'm so happy to be graduated and furthering my education. I'm attending, University of Maine, Augusta for a degree in Mental Health & Human Services. Thanks for helping me get there. signed: Jenny Knowles / Class of 2007
Chairman of the Lewiston Auburn Veterans Council, Bert Dutil organized and officiated the proper disposal of the United States Flag Ceremony on Flag Day 2007. It was a beautiful day in the veterans park and everyone who attended was honored to have been a part of this most patriotic of ceremonies. Bert Dutil opens the ceremonies with the Franco American honor guard in the background. Gerry DerBoghosian serving as Chaplain for the ceremony awaits the time of prayer.
Gerry DerBoghosian
acting Chaplain recites the prayer as those present humbly
listen.
1) Americanism Officer, Richard Doucette of Post 153, New Auburn, served as the Master of Ceremonies.
2) Franco American War Veterans, National and Post Commander, Wilfred "Willie" Danforth serves as Sergeant of Arms for the flag disposing ceremony. Standing in the background are representatives of different post of various veterans organizations. First in line representing Post 22 of Lewiston was Sergeant of Arms, Arthur Paradis.
3) Representing Post 153 New Auburn, Richard Doucette and Moe Fournier.
4) Representing the Franco American War Veterans was Auxiliary President, Fern Ronan.
5) Representing the Marine Corps League Central Maine Detachment 810 was Chaplain, Richard McGuinness.
6) Representing the South Paris chapter of the Military of the Purple Heart Chapter 2699 was trustee, Joe Paradis.
7) Representing the Veterans of Foreign War Post 1603, Auburn was Don Linscott. Veterans of Foreign War Adjutant Arthur Roy of the Captain Frank W. Hulett Veterans of Foreign War Post 1603, Auburn, has received a paid appointment to the 108th National Convention.
8) Representing the Longley Dionne Veterans of Foreign War Post 9150, Ron Arneault.
9) Representing the Women's Marines Association was Georgette "Gerry" Cain. Ms. Cain salutes as the colors are laid to rest.
10) Representing the newly revitalized Turner Memorial Post 111 was Commander Warren K. Clark.
11) Representing the little Marines was Eric Ducette.
12) Representing the Auburn Navy Recruiting office was Petty Officer 1st class, Jacob Veilleux.
Kneeling
from the left are Roger Fillion, Post 22, American Legion;
Ron Arneault, Post 9150, Veterans of Foreign War; and Maurice Dutil, Post 31, Franco American War Veterans;
Second
row, Jacob Veilleux, United States Navy; Richard Doucette, disposal officer, Post
153, American Legion; Eric Pepin, United States Marine Corps; Jerry DerBoghosian, Post
9150; Bert Dutil, chairman of the Lewiston/Auburn Veterans Council; Fern Ronan,
Franco American War Veterans Auxiliary; Joe Paradis, Post 22.
To the
right of Paradis is Lindy McCollum, Post 31 color guard; Maurice Marquis,
Marine Corps League; and Warren Clark, Post 111, American Legion:
back four, Richard McGuinness, Marine Corps League; Arthur Paradis, Sergeant at Arms Post 22, American Legion; Willie Danforth, Franco American War Veterans Post 31; and Robert Levesque, Franco American War Veterans color guard. Absent were Maurice Fournier, Post 153; Don Linscott, Post 1603; Paul Bernard Post 111, American Legion, Georgette "Gerry" Cain, Womens Marine Association, Massachusetts; Cecil Burgoyne, Franco American War Veterans color guard; Daniel Poulin, Boy Scout Troop 153; and Matt Dubois, representative from Representative Michael Michaud's United States Congressman's office.
Marine Corps Leaque, Central Maine Detachment 810, Maurice Marquis sang God Bless America
American Flag Flown over United States Capitol Building
Presented
to Chaplain
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Turner -
Congressman, Michael Michaud presented an American flag to
Paul R. Bernard, Chaplain, of the Turner
Memorial Post 111, American Legion. Commander Warren K. Clark was present. The flag was flown over the United
States Capitol on March 23rd, at the request of the Honorable Michael H.
Michaud, Member of Congress. The flag was flown in honor of the reformation
of the Turner Memorial Post 111 of the American Legion and in memory of the
88th anniversary of the founding of the American Legion Family. Bernard had
contacted the Congressman's office and spoke with Matthew and made a request
for the flag.
Legionnaire Honored at State Convention
June 30th 2007
State
Convention, Bangor ~ Paul
R. Bernard of Turner, Chaplain of the Turner Memorial Post 111, was recently
awarded the "Silver Brigade Award" at the 89th Annual American Legion Convention
of the Department of Maine. Only four Legionnaires in the state qualified to
receive the award in recognition and appreciation of outstanding achievement in
recruiting twenty five to forty nine new members into the American Legion.
Through such extraordinary achievement, this esteemed Legionnaire has singularly
contributed to the growth and sustenance of the American Legion; keeping ever
strong its invaluable contribution to America's veterans, their families, and
communities throughout this great country. In witness whereof, this commendation
is hereby attested to by the hands of the duly authorized officers of the
American legion National headquarters at Indianapolis, Indiana. National
Commander, Paul A. Morin
State
Convention, Bangor ~ Also
awarded at the convention was the "Pioneer Award" of which only two Legionnaires
in the State qualified to receive. Chaplain Paul R. Bernard and Robert "Bob"
Morrill of Yarmouth, Department of Maine Membership Director. The awards are
presented in appreciation for assistance in the organization of a new post of
the American Legion. Bernard's personal efforts were instrumental in
establishing the Turner Memorial Post 111, which was issued its temporary
charter on January 18th, 2007, for the purpose of serving veterans in the
Department of Maine. In witness whereof, this Declaration of Personal Gratitude
is given under the hand of the National Commander, and duly attested by the
National Adjutant, at Indianapolis, Indiana, this 30th day of April, 2007. The
post received its permanent charter on May 9th, 2007
American Legion Post 111 sets historical records
Monday, July 2, 2007
TURNER -
For the first time since 1920, Paul R. Bernard of Lower Street, Turner, has
set two historical records for the Turner Memorial Post 111.
At the 89th annual American Legion Convention of the Department of Maine,
held in Bangor on June 15-17, 1st Vice Commander Paul L'Heureux, assisted by
2nd Vice Commander John Doyle, presented Bernard with the Silver Brigade
Membership Achievement
Award.
Only four Legionnaires in the state qualified to receive the award. To
qualify, a member must enroll 25 to 49 new members into the American Legion
Family by a May target date.
Also awarded to Bernard at the convention was the "Pioneer Award".
The award is presented in appreciation for assistance in the organization
of a new post of the American Legion. Bernard's efforts were instrumental in
establishing the Turner Memorial Post 111, which was issued its charter on
May 9th, 2007.
Top Commander
Monday, July 9, 2007
Bangor
~ Bobby Richardson, right, commander of Napoleon
Ouellette Post 24, American Legion, Rumford, was named state Post Commander
of the Year. The award was presented by Tony Jordon, past national
commander, at the state convention in Bangor. Richardson brought the post
back from near extinction. He is first vice president for District 5, Oxford
County, and has been re-elected for a second term as Post 24 commander.
Richardson has brought back Legion baseball and added a Legion motorcycle
group and Tuesday night cribbage.
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