Attention ! Marines and Corpsmen, the New Year is here andit’s time to Re-assess the situation, Consolidate our family andfriends, Reorganize our lives, and Redistribute the kindnessand caring. As the Detachment bid’s adieu to 2010,we look forward to continuing our mission to serveand assist the Marine Corps, it’s veterans & theirfamilies, and the communities we live in. As MarineCorps Leaguers, we must continue to put forth ourbest effort to perform great deeds and uphold our traditions andbeliefs of Country & Corps. And of course, what separates usfrom the rest, is that we continue to execute our mission withhonor, integrity, and unselfishness. These traits are just a fewof the qualities that the Marine Corps has bestowed upon usand are expected to be carried out through life, and for that we should be grateful. So, together let’ssaddle up and “Carry on “ with our mission to make 2011 another great year for the IntracoastalDetachment and those we support. Before we go, a big oorah! goes out to Sr. Vice Commandant Scott Egan and Packy’s Sports Pubfor hosting our annual Christmas luncheon last month. Also, thanks again to all of the members andfriends who came out for the afternoon and brought their donations for the Marine Corps ReservesToys for Tots drive. Between the luncheon, our December membership meeting, and donationsfrom Casey’s Bar and Grill, the Detachment was able to turn in over thirty (30) toys to the Toys forTots drop-off this past Christmas. Thanks again to everyone that took the time to purchase andcollect new toys for those kids that are less fortunate. God bless you all and best wishes for the NewYear.

Semper Fidelis,

Scott Vulpis,Commandant,Intracoastal Detachment 1058Marine Corps League

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James DuVall, Adjutantmclfl1058@aol.com

The Scuttlebutt NewsletterMarine Corps League - Intracoastal Detachment 1058

P.O. Box 11248Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33339-1248

www.mcleague1058.orgScott Vulpis, CommandantGabby2@bellsouth.net

Detachment Digest - Page 2Christmas Luncheon Photos - Page 3Upcoming Events - Page 4From the Editors Desk- Page 5DOD News - Page 6VA Healthcare Info. - Page 7USMC History Quiz - Page 8MCL Uniform Regulations- page 9Advertisements - Page 11

January 2011

Semper fi !

Meeting was called to Order by Commandant Scott Vulpis at 7:30 P.M.

Opening Ceremony: Sgt. at Arms Bob Coleman posted the colors and lead the Detachment in the Pledgeof Allegiance. He then declared the meeting open for the official Detachment business. Acting ChaplainJesse Bell read the Opening Prayer.Adjutants Report: Mail correspondence from Dept of Florida MCL Auxiliary asking that the Detachment helpsupport their annual scholarship fund by purchasing raffle tickets to this years fundraiser drawing. MarineKevin Bolender made a motion to purchase $50.00 worth of tickets and was seconded by Sgt. at Arms BobColeman, which was carried to a unanimous vote, none opposed.Paymaster Report: The Paymaster report was passed around for the members review. Paymaster KyleAustin reported on the Detachments financial status and a motion to accept the report was made by Sgt atarms Bob Coleman, which was seconded by Jr. Vice Commandant Marty Winston,and carried to a unanimousvote, none opposed.Sickness & Distress: Paymaster Kyle Austin reported that his mother was doing better in her recovery froman emergency surgery.Report of Officers: VSO Vito Rao emphasized the importance of VA medical benefits and rights, andqualifications pertaining to long term care, short term community care, and domiciliary care.Awards: Marine Corps League Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to those members that supportedand participated in the 2010 Marine Corps Ball. Awardees present: Kevin Bolender, Jesse Bell, MartyWinston, John Jordan, and Bob Coleman.Old Business:Commandant Vulpis reminded the members that the Detachment was planning on having a tag sale in thenear future and to start thinking about donating items to the sale.As for the status of the Washington D.C. Quantico trip, Comdt. Vulpis relayed to the members that the trusteesagreed to set a commitment / cut off date some time in April 2011 along with a $500.00 deposit from eachtraveler.New Business:Comdt. Vulpis announced that the Detachment was meeting for shooting practice at the National Armory GunRange in Pompano Beach on Saturday January 8th at 9:45 a.m. He also offered the use of his personalweapons and ammo for those individuals that do not own a firearm. Furthermore, he threw out the idea ofhaving a Wives and Girlfriends night for Valentines Day. While on the subject of getting together with ourwives, VSO Vito Rao made a recommendation that we get together for a breakfast type meal with the purposeof making and serving up some Marine Corps style S-O-S.Open Agenda: VSO Viito Rao presented the idea of starting a Detachment scholarship fund in the name ofdeceased member Ted Bolender. With a recommendation from the membership to form a committee,Commandant Vulpis asked VSO Rao to be the scholarship committee chairman in which he agreed and KevinBolender volunteered to sit on the board, as well.Announcements: Comdt. Vulpis announced that the American Legion’s 142 in Pompano Beach and the 162in Deerfield were both having New Years Eve celebrations for $45.00 for dinner, drinks, and, entertainment.

Closing Ceremony: The closing prayer was given by Acting Chaplain Jesse Bell and the Colors were Retiredby Sgt at Arms Bob Coleman.

Commandant Vulpis adjourned the meeting at 2045 hrs.

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Detachment Digest - December 2010GENERAL MEETING MINUTESMARINE CORPS LEAGUE 1058

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16th, 2010HELD AT AMERICAN LEGION POST #142

OFFICIAL MARINE CORPS RECIPES-O-S

One pound ground Beef Dash of Worcestershire sauceOne large onion chopped Dash of Tabasco sauceThree tablespoons flour Salt and pepper to tasteOne cup milk

Brown and drain beef, add seasoning and onions. Cookuntil tender. Stir in Flour until brown, then add milkand stir until thickened. Serve on hot toast.

2010 Christmas Luncheon at Packy’s

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L to R: Kevin Bolender, Vito Rao, Kyle Austin, Scott Vulpis

L to R: Joe Rubenstein, Bill Banks, Harry Delaney

L to R: John Jordan, Bob Coleman, Ed O’Donnell,Scott Egan, Mike McCarthy, Bart Reno

“The wonderful love of a beautiful maid,The love of a staunch true man,The love of a baby, unafraid,Have existed since time began.

But the greatest of loves,The quintessence of loves.even greater than that of a mother,

Is the tender, passionate, infinite love,of one drunken Marine for another.”

"Semper Fidelis"

General Louis H. WilsonCommandant of the Marine CorpsToast given at 203rd Marine Corps Birthday Ball,Camp Lejueune, N.C. 1978

L to R: Mary Bolender and Friends

Thursday March 31st - April 4th, 2011 - The Florida Pack Military Order Of DevilDogs takes great pleasure in inviting all to the Department Spring Conference 31April, 2011, at the Hilton Garden Inn, 11400 Marbella Palm Ct., Lake Buena Vista,Fl 32836. The Hospitality Suite will be available. Open raffle tickets for uniqueitems and 50/50 drawings to be held at select times during the event. TheHospitality Suite will be open In the Buena Vista West.You can make reservations on line by going to the Hotel’s Web Site:http://hilton.com/en/gi/groups/personalized/M/MCOBVGI-MOD-20110331/index.jhtml? WT thenclick on attendee reservations or call toll free at 888-528-7848. When making your reservations letthem know you are with the Marine Corps League. Please make your reservations ASAP. The cut-offdate for reservations is March 3, 2011. BANQUET AND SPECIAL LUNCH: The Banquet price is $40each with a choice of either Tropical Chicken, Beef Tenderloin or Key West Tilapia, and Desserts.

Saturday, January 15th, 2011 - Attention Legionaries! American Legion, SterlingMcClellan Post 142 in Pompano will be having a M*A*S*H Bash from 3pm -Till ? Come visit Rosies Bar, The Swamp, Pre-Op, and more! - The U.S.O. Showstarts at 6 pm with the Andrews Sisters - Come dressed as your favorite character- $10 donation includes food (only the best) - and .50 cent drafts.Located at 171 S.W. 2nd Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33060. (954) 942-2448.

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Upcoming Events

Saturday January 15th, 2011 - All District 10 members are invited to attend theOfficial Dedication of the L/Cpl. Justin J. Wilson Memorial Park at 11:00 am,at 2550 SW Mapp Road in Palm City. L/Cpl. Wilson, 24, was killed by a roadsidebomb in March 2010 and is the first Martin County Marine to be killed in Afghani-stan. Also, FYI - the Martin County Detachment MCL 1045, recently renamed theirDetachment to the Lance Cpl. Justin J. Wilson Detachment 1045, MCL. Oorah!

Saturday, February 12th, 2011 - MCL District 10 Meeting, 12 Noon-2 p.m.. All members arewelcome. The Intracoastal Detachment will be hosting the Dept of FL, MCL, District 10 meeting atthe American Legion, Sterling McClellan Post #142, 171 S.W. 2nd Street, Pompano Beach, FL33060. (954) 942-2448. Lunch will be provided compliments of the Dept of FL, MCL. Come outto support the Detachment and let’s make a show of force!

Saturday May 14th, 2011 - Tamarac Det. 755’s 20th Anniversary Reunion Installation Dinner.The Reunion-Installation will be held at the Fort Lauderdale MarriottNorth Hotel and Resort, 6650 North Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale,Florida 33309. Dinner $45.00 - Hospitality Room w/ refreshmentsand snacks - 50/50 and raffle tickets will be sold also. For furtherinformation, call Jim Ruggerio@ 954-821-2244 or e-mailPastcmdt755@aol.com

L/Cpl. Justin J. Wilson

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Ted Anderson 11-11David Benner 02-11Kevin Bolender 03-12John Bugnacki 11-10Bob Coleman 11-10Jan & Jim Duvall 02-11Charles DiPaola      02-11Joseph Gordon        02-11John Groark            02-12John Gullman 02-11Ed Johnson 02-11Gerry & Deni Jordan 02-11

John Jordan 02-11Mickey Krause 02-11Ed & Mary Ellen O’Donnell 11-10 Ed McAnulty           02-11Bob Powers 11-10David S. Reames 02-11Bart Reno 11-10John & Gloria Townley 02-12Robert Twomey 02-11Marty Winston        02-11Scott & Amy Vulpis 08-11

Newsletter Boosters

From the Editors DeskKeep the Scuttlebutt Going!Thanks again to all of the Boosters and advertisers that have contributed to help keep the Detachmentnewsletter circulating this past year. Please remember to check and update your status as we look forwardto another year of reporting Detachment news and events. If you are not currently on the Booster list, pleaseconsider joining for a minimum of $10 per year as your support is needed and would be greatly appreciatedby all of our faithful readers and members.

Members Biography SectionA big part of coming together as former Marines and Corpsman is wanting share our stories and experienceswith other Leathernecks about our time in the Corps. If any member would like to submit a short biographyof there tour of duty, please feel free to submit your story ( 500 words or less) to the Scuttlebutt atmclfl1058@aol.com or mail to P.O. Box 11248, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33339. Along with your story, please tryto submit any old photos from your service that you may have.

Taps

Saul Hochman 23 July 2003Andy Logan 28 July 2003Bernard Kranz 02 December 2003Dennis Bolender 25 November 2004Robert Dolan 19 February 2006Don Swinarski 29 May 2006Dale Beckett 23 March 2007Brian Bolender 01 July 2007

Gene Parry 09 August 2007Bill White December 2007Ted Bolender 01 January 2008Lou DeReuill 29 January 2008Richard Davis 18 November 2009Dean Hackely 21 November 2009William Beale 06 June 2010

There is no finer compliment than being called a Marine.It represents the highest honor & tradition bound together with courage

& sacrifice on behalf of all mankind.In remembrance of Intracoastal Marines who have answered the call.

"Friends are found on the battlefield, and unfortunately friends are also lost. And where dowe find the measure of that sacrifice? How can we account for the value of that loss?Sometimes we can find an answer in our sense of country, at other times in our Corps. Butclearly we can see it in the lives that were able to continue due to the acts of others who werenot so fortunate." — Jim Webb,

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U.S. Department of Defense News ReleaseDeadline for Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay ExtendedThe deadline for eligible service members, veterans and their beneficiaries to apply for

Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay (RSLSP) has been extended to March 4, 2011,allowing personnel more time to apply for the benefits they've earned under the programguidelines.

The deadline extension is included in the continuing resolution signed by President Obama today, providingfunding for federal government operations through March 4, 2011.

"There was a surge of applicants as we approached our earlier deadline, but there may still be more out therewho have yet to apply," said Lernes Hebert, director, Officer and Enlisted Personnel Management. "We arepleased that this extension was included in the continuing resolution which will give those remaining theopportunity to apply as we continue to work through the current applications."

The RSLSP was established to compensate for the hardships military members encountered when theirservice was involuntarily extended under Stop Loss Authority between Sept. 11, 2001, and Sept. 30, 2009.Eligible members or their beneficiaries may submit a claim to their respective military service in order toreceive the benefit of $500 for each full or partial month served in a Stop Loss status.

When RSLSP began on Oct. 21, 2009, the services estimated 145,000 service members, veterans andbeneficiaries were eligible for this benefit. Because the majority of those eligible had separated from themilitary, the services have engaged in extensive and persistent outreach efforts over the past 14 months.Outreach efforts including direct mail, engaging military and veteran service organizations, social networksand media outlets, will continue through March 4, 2011.

To apply for more information, or to gather more information on RSLSP, including submission requirementsand service-specific links, go to http://www.defense.gov/stoploss.Source: Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs)

Forwarded by Jr. Vice Cmdt. Marty Winston.

Department of Florida MCL, Advice

Social Security for VetsPlease share this with anyone who's had active duty service prior to January 2002 and isplanning for retirement. Not necessarily in the near future. In a nutshell it boils down tothis: You qualify for a higher social security payment because of your military service, for

active duty anytime from 1940 through 2001 (the program was done away with in January 2002). Up to $1200per year of earnings credit credited at time of application - which can make a substantial difference in socialsecurity monthly payments upon your retirement. You must bring your DD-214 to the Social Security Office- and you must ask for this benefit to receive it!

Soc Sec website: www.ssa.gov/retire2/military.htm

This is something to put in your files for when you apply for Social Security down the road. It is NOT just forretirees, but anyone who has served on active duty prior to January 2002.FYI - this benefit is not automatic, you must ask for it!

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Long term care is available based on specific eligibility criteria such as:

Nursing home care is available to those veterans whose service-connected condition clinicallyrequires nursing home care and veterans with service connected rating of 70% or more. Otherveterans may be provided short term community living care, if space and resources are available. Domiciliary care which emphasizes rehabilitation and return the community may be providedto veterans whose annual income does not exceed the maximum annual rate of VA pension or toveterans who have no adequate means of support,

Co-payments for inpatient, outpatient and prescriptions will veryfrom type of service offered at the priority group of the enrolledveteran. Those rules are:

Priority Groups Two and Three are not required to pay co-pays forinpatient and outpatient medical care for any condition and prescriptiondrugs for service-connected conditions. A co-pay of 8.00 per prescrip-tion per month is required for those conditions that are not serviceconnected. Priority Group One is not required to pay co-pays for inpatient andoutpatient medical care or prescription drugs for service connected ornon- service connected conditions.

Reimbursement for travel expenses may be paid for medic treatment at a VA facility. Theseare the most common examples:

Veterans that are rated 30% or more for their service connected conditions, VA pensioners,and those whose annual income is below the pension limit are entitled to reimbursement for travelrelating to any condition. Veterans who are rated less than 30% for their service connected conditions are entitled toreimbursement for travel only if it is for travel relating to their service connected condition. Travel for a scheduled VA compensation and pension examination. Travel is currently reimbursed at the rate of 41.5 cents a mile. There is a deductible of $3.00charged for each way trip with cap of $18.00 monthly.For example, a veteran travels to the VAMC for a compensation exam. He receives 35.00 for theround trip of 100 miles. It is computed this way: 100 x 41.5 cents equal $41.50, minus 6.00 (the$3.00 deductible for each way) equal $35.00.

Fee basis is used when medical care or facilities are not available. VA may authorize theveteran to receive care at a non-VA facility. The criteria are:

• Must be authorized in advance.• Is not a permanent solution.• Care is not available at the nearest VA facility or the distance prevents the veteran from driving to a VA facility.

Submitted By Veterans Service Officer, Vito Rao

VA Health Care

1. In 1965 the first major deployment of US Marinesto South Vietnam occurred at___________.

A. Tay NinhB. DaNangC. Khe SanhD. Saigon

2. Which Commandant of the Marine Corps helpedprevent President Andrew Jackson from transferringthe Marines into the Army in 1829?

A. Gen Thomas HolcombB. LtGen John A. LejeuneC. MajGen Joe PendeltonD. BrigGen Archibald Henderson

3, Marine Corps tradition: Commencing withthe last New Year's Day of the Civil War, on themorning of 1 January of each year the MarineBand ___________________

A. performs at the White House.B. puts on a Sunrise Parade at 8th & I.C. marches down Time Square.D. serenades the Commandant.

4. Who is the only Marine pilot to achieve thetitle of ace in both World War II and the KoreanWar and to this day remains the Marine Corps'only jet aircraft ace?

A. John BoltB. Joe FossC. John GlennD. James Swett.

5. Although Medal of Honor winner Pappy Boyington is considered the MarineCorps' top World War II ace with 28 combat kills, six were with the Flying Tigersin China. What Marine pilot was number two, scoring all 26 victories with MarineFighter Squadron 121?

A. Robert HansonB. Joe FossC. Don AldrichD. Ken Walsh SEE ANSWERS PAGE 10

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Marine Corps History Quiz

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COVERS

Regular Members Female Regular

Members Associates will replace the EGA with the Sunburst

Associate Members

All members of the Marine Corps League are authorized the Red cover. Members elected orappointed to National office Staff/Committees are authorized to wear Gold covers. The NationalCommandant will wear a White cover. Members elected or appointed on the Department level areauthorized to wear the Red with Gold crown covers. Past Nat’l Commandants are authorized towear a Gold with White crown cover. Past Chief Devil Dogs are authorized to wear a Gold with Blackcrown cover. Past Nat’l Division Vice Commandants, Past Nat’l Executive Directors, Past Nat’lDirectors of the Young Marines, Past Department Commandants, Past Pack Leaders, and PastDetachment Commandants, with the years displayed for holding that office, are the only memberswho are authorized to wear their respective cover after their tour of duty is completed. All othermembers will revert back to the appropriate cover for their current elected or appointed office,removing their prior officer identification strips.

The only insignia authorized for wear on Marine Corps League covers is the anodized solid goldcolor or polished brass Marine Corps emblem on the left side. The Devil Dog patch, if authorized,will be worn up front on the right side of the cover. The identification strips, i.e., Department orDetachment strip, or embroidering, will be centered on the right side. If the “LIFE” strip is worn, it willbe to the rear of the right side. The “LIFE MEMBER” strip will be worn the same as the identificationstrips are worn, NO DIVISION PINS OR OTHER PINS/ORNAMENTS ARE AUTHORIZED ONMARINE CORPS LEAGUE COVERS.

MCL Uniform Code

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Detachment OfficersCommandant

Sr. Vice Commandant Scott Egan

954-801-4366 muzlblastr@aol.com

Jr. Vice Commandant Marty Winston

segan@grunt-gear.com

Judge Advocate John Jordan 954-772-8222 john@johnjordanpa.com

Jr. Past Commandant Eddie Cruz edfed852@earthlink.net

Paymaster Kyle Austin 954-783-5953

Chaplain

VACANCY

Newsletter Editor Scott Vulpis

Sergeant at Arms Bob Coleman 954-783-8891Color Guard Sgt. Jesse Bell 954-772-9030 jpsbell@bellsouth.netService Officer Vito Rao 561-451-8772 drvmatthewrao@juno.com

Ship’s Store Scott Egan 561-368-8985 segan@grunt-gear.com

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954-465-3016 N/A954-801-4366 mclfl1058@aol.com

robertcoleman@cox.net

Kylemaustin@yahoo.com

NEXT MEETING: THURSDAY, January 20th, 2010American Legion Post #142, 171 S.W. 2nd Street

Pompano Beach, FL 33060Membership Meeting 7:30 P.M.

Scuttlebutt Editor encourages submissions of any announcements, pictures, stories, editorials &letters to the editor from detachment members. Please limit letters & editorials to 500 words or less.Deadline for all submissions by the 15th of every month. Email: mclfl1058@aol.com or Call: ScottVulpis @ 954.801.4366. Mail Address: PO Box 11248, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33339.

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561-504-4703Scott Vulpis

Bob Powers

954-781-0116

Adjutant Jim DuVall 954-564-1520 gabby2@bellsouth.net

History Quiz Answers

1. B. DaNang.

2. D. BrigGen Archibald Henderson

3. D. serenades the Commandant

4. A. John Bolt

5. B Joe Foss

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