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Marine Corps LeagueSouthern Division

March 22-24, 2013Tulsa, Oklahoma

In Honor of the Wake Island Defenders

MOUNTAIN CREEK LODGE

KELLYVILLE, OK

Mountain Creek LodgeWelcome Marine Corps League,

Southern Division to Tulsa.Mountain Creek’s beautiful lodge facilities are available throughout the year for your holiday parties, reunions, weddings, hunting get-a-ways, and many other fantastic events for building bonds with family and friends to last a lifetime. Mountain Creek Lodge style.

We will assist you in planning an event to remember!

918-271-4729 View of the Mountain Creek Windmill

from the balcony

Mountain Creek Lodge Main Building

Media Center

Our Beautiful Water Fountain

Reception Area

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PFC ALBERT E. SCHWABMedal of Honor

1945 1/5/1

Okinawa

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR posthumously to

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS ALBERT E. SCHWABUNITED STATES MARINE CORPS RESERVE

for service as set forth in the following

CITATION:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a Flame Thrower Operator serving with Headquarters Company, First Battalion, Fifth

Marines, First Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima in the Ryukyu Island, 7 May 1945. Quick to take action when his company was pinned down in a valley and suffering resultant heavy casualties under blanketing machine- gun fire emanating from a high ridge to the front, Private First Class Schwab, unable to flank the enemy emplacement because of steep cliffs on either side, advanced up the face of the ridge in bold defiance of the intense barrage and, skillfully directing the fire of his flame thrower, quickly demolished the hostile gun position, thereby enabling his company to occupy the ridge. Suddenly a second Japanese machine gun opened fire, killing or wounding several Marines with its initial

burst. Estimating with split-second decision the tactical difficulties confronting his comrades, Private First Class Schwab elected to continue his one-man assault despite a diminished supply of fuel for his flame thrower. Cool and indomitable, he moved forward in the face of the direct concentration of hostile fire, relentlessly closed the enemy position and attacked. Although severely wounded by a final vicious blast form the enemy weapon, Private First Class Schwab had succeeded in destroying two highly strategic Japanese gun positions during a critical stage of the operation and, by his dauntless, singlehanded efforts, materially furthered the advance of his company. His aggressive initiative, outstanding valor and professional skill throughout the bitter conflict sustained and enhanced the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Southern Division Conference 2013 Tulsa, OK

March� 4

Department of Oklahoma

Southern Division Conference 2013

The Department of Oklahoma, John Henry Mashunkashey, and the Oklahoma Detachments welcome:

Marine Corps League National Commandant Jim Tuohy

Marine Corps League Auxiliary National President Gerri Tuohy

National Junior Vice Commandant Richard Gore

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt.Major Harold Overstreet

Wake Island Defender SSgt John Dale.

Indian Nations Detachment #438, McAlester, OK Sooner Detachment #599, Edmond, OK

Osage Detachment #669, Pawhuska, OK Red Carpet Detachment #709, Enid, OK

Albert E Schwab Detachment #857, Tulsa, OK Boomer Detachment #1288, Lawton, OK

Sgt Justin Noyes Detachment #1294, Claremore, OK Clevenger Detachment #1355, Miami, OK

Cpl Joshua Ware Detachment #1403, Sallisaw, OK

Department of Oklahoma

Southern Division Conference 2013

The Department of Oklahoma, John Henry Mashunkashey, and the Oklahoma Detachments welcome:

Marine Corps League National Commandant Jim Tuohy

Marine Corps League Auxiliary National President Gerri Tuohy

National Junior Vice Commandant Richard Gore

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt.Major Harold Overstreet

Wake Island Defender SSgt John Dale.

Indian Nations Detachment #438, McAlester, OK Sooner Detachment #599, Edmond, OK

Osage Detachment #669, Pawhuska, OK Red Carpet Detachment #709, Enid, OK

Albert E Schwab Detachment #857, Tulsa, OK Boomer Detachment #1288, Lawton, OK

Sgt Justin Noyes Detachment #1294, Claremore, OK Clevenger Detachment #1355, Miami, OK

Cpl Joshua Ware Detachment #1403, Sallisaw, OK


March� 5

A.E. Schwab Detachment 857

P.O. Box 470816 Tulsa, OK 74147

Welcome to Tulsa, OK, site of the 2013 Southern Division Conference and home of the Albert E. Schwab Detachment. The members of the Albert E Schwab Detachment join me in extending our personal welcome to everyone attending the 2013 Southern Division Conference. Meet new friends, renew old friendships, exchange ideas, and most of all “enjoy”. While we are enjoying the comfort and surroundings of the Post Oak Lodge remember we have many of our Marines, Corpsman, Men and Women of our other branches of our military in harms way. Keep them in our prayers to return home safely. Semper Fidelis Marty McKnight Commandant


March� 6


March� 7

Southern Division

Marines,�Corpsmen,�and�Guests

I�would�like�to�take�this�opportunity�to�welcome�you�all�to�the�2013�Southern�Division�Conference�hosted�by�the�Albert�E.�Schwab�Detachment�857�here�in�Tulsa�Oklahoma.�I�always�enjoy�coming�to�Tulsa�because�of�the�hospitality�the�members�of�Albert�E.�Schwab�provide�their�guests.�I�hope�that�you�all�enjoy�the�weekend�and�find�the�conference�useful�for�your�Detachment.

There�are�two�main�reasons�we�are�gathered�here�in�Tulsa�this�weekend:

First�we�are�gathered�to�conduct�the�business�of�the�Division�in�the�way�of�training�using�the�Professional�Development�Program�supplied�by�National�Marine�Corps�League.�I�feel�that�this�is�the�best�opportunity�for�our�Detachment�leadership�to�receive�the�training�they�need�to�run�their�Detachments�in�a�way�to�make�their�members�and�community�proud�to�be�associated�with�our�organization.

Not�only�do�our�Detachments�receive�training�on�the�best�way�to�operate�their�Detachments,�but�I�think�this�is�also�the�best�opportunity�for�us�to�high�light�the�programs�of�the�Marine�Corps�League.�We�are�all�aware�of�some�of�the�programs�that�the�Marine�Corps�League�is�involved�with�like�Toys�for�Tots,�Young�Marines,�and�Marines�Helping�Marines�but�there�are�other�programs�that�some�of�you�may�not�be�aware�of�that�could�help�you�and�your�Detachment�grow.�During�the�conference�ideas�are�exchanged�between�Detachments�and�Departments�about�the�programs�they�use�and�how�well�they�work�which�help�us�all�with�our�use�of�those�same�programs�in�our�own�areas.

Second�we�are�gathered�to�select�those�individuals�that�are�going�to�represent�our�Division�for�the�next�two�years�on�the�National�Board�of�the�Marine�Corps�League.�I�hope�that�all�of�your�Detachments�have�had�a�chance�to�discuss�who�you�want�to�represent�you�and�if�I�am�given�the�chance�for�that�office�I�promise�that�I�will�do�my�best�to�represent�the�membership�of�the�Division.

Again�I�would�like�to�welcome�you�all�to�the�2013�Southern�Division�Conference�and�hope�you�all�have�a�successful�weekend.�

Semper�Fi

Randy RiggSouthern�Division�Vice�Commandant


March� 8

Welcome to the Great State of Oklahoma. The members of The Depart-ment of Oklahoma join me in extending our personal welcome to every-one attending the 2013 Southern Division Conference. Meet new friends, renew old friendships, exchange ideas, and most of all “enjoy”.

I would like to thank our host “Albert E. Schwab Detachment” for all their work in preparing for the conference.

Remember just as it was in our time we have many of our Marines, Corpsman and Service Men and Women in harms way. Keep our brothers and sisters and their families in your prayers.

Have a “great” conference and a safe trip home.

Semper Fidelis

John Henry MashunkasheyCommandantDepartment of Oklahoma


March� 9

DEPARTMENT�OF�ARKANSASMARINE�CORPS�LEAGUE

P.O.�BOX�11912FT.�SMITH,�AR.��72917-1912

Fellow�Marines�and�Corpsmen

Welcome�to�the�2013�Southern�Division�Conference.�The�membership�of�the�Albert�E.�Schwab�Detachment�seem�to�have�pulled�out�all�the�stops�to�make�this�a�convention�to�remember.�I�sincerely�hope�you�will�mingle�among�the�membership�and�make�new�friends�as�well�as�rekindle�old�relationships.�If�there�is�one�lesson�I’ve�learned�in�life,�that�is�that�‘it’s�a�small�world’.�You�never�know�who�you�might�find�just�by�striking�up�a�conversation.�And�even�if�old�memories�can’t�be�shared,�you’ve�made�a�new�friend.�

�I�look�forward�to�meeting�as�many�of�you�as�possible�while�enjoying�the�beauty�of�our�neighboring�state.

SEMPER�FI,

DWIGHT WITCHERCommandant,�Department�of�ArkansasMarine�Corps�League


March� 10

Best Wishes Southern Division And

The Albert E. Schwab Detachment #857 For a Successful

2013 Southern Division Conference

Robert “Bob” Ogg Commandant, Department of Texas

And All the Marines, Devil Dogs, Associates and Auxiliary

Members Department of Texas


March� 11

Green Country Grunts Military Order Devil Dogs

Welcome to the 2013 MCL Southern Division Growl

Woof, Woof fellow Devil Dogs,

Welcome to Tulsa! The great state of Oklahoma and I hope your stay here is enjoyable. My thanks to the National Offi-cers and Southern Division Officers for attending our Southern Con-ference Growl, and those who are the leaders of the Pounds and Packs, and those who are in attendance at today’s conference.

My thanks to those who are about to be welcomed into the fold as Pups to the Devil Dogs, because I know you will enjoy your mem-bership in the Devil Dogs.

May the small and large bones flow freely!!!

Semper Fidelis, Woof Woof!!!

Gunny Ray Lancaster


March� 12

MARINE CORPS LEAGUE AUXILIARY, INC. KARREN OGG VICE PRESIDENT SOUTHERN DIVISION

WELCOME TO SOUTHERN DIVISION AND DEPARTMENT OF TEXAS

AUXILIARIES I KNOW EVERYONE WILL HAVE A GREAT TIME

OKLAHOMA HAS SPENT A GOOD DEAL OF TIME TO MAKE SURE THAT THE AUXILIARY

ENJOYS THEMSELVES AND TAKES CARE OF BUSINESS WHILE WE ARE HERE

THANK YOU OKLAHOMA


March� 13

MARINE CORPS LEAGUE

Sooner DetachmentP.O. Box 12337

Department of OklahomaOklahoma City, Oklahoma

Welcome,

The Sooner Detachment in Oklahoma City is extremely excited that you have chosen to attend this year’s Division Convention here in Tulsa. We want all members, family and visitors to join in the planned functions and meetings dur-ing this event. Make time to visit the many sites and places offered and make the most of Oklahoma.

We are sure that your stay here will be remembered with the fondest of memo-ries. The Albert E. Schwab Detachment #857 has worked hard to provide the best possible experence. Oklahoma is a great place to work and live and we are proud to demonstrate that Oklahoma is OK! Enjoy and thanks for your participation.

Semper Fidelis,

Dan StormCommandantSooner Detachment #559


March� 14

Southern DivisionMarine Corps League Detachments

DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSASDALE�W.�LANGFORD� CONWAY,�ARHERBERT�A.�LITTLETON� MENA,�ARLAKE�DARDANELLE� RUSSELLVILLE,�ARRIVER�VALLEY� BARLING,�ARKNORTHWEST�ARKANSAS� BELLA�VISTA,�ARSIDNEY�S�MC�MATH/RAZORBACK� LITTLE�ROCK,�ARTEXARKANA� TEXARKANA,�TX

DEPARTMENT OF OKLAHOMABOOMER� LAWTON,�OKCPL�CLEVENGER� MIAMI,�OKSGT�JUSTIN�L.�NOYES� CLAREMORE,�OKPFC�ALBERT�E.�SCHWAB� TULSA,�OKINDIAN�NATION� McALESTER,�OKOSAGE� PAWHUSKA,�OKRED�CARPET� ENID,�OKSOONER� EDMOND,�OKCPL�JOSHUA�J.�WARE�SEqUOYAH�COUNTY� SALLISAW,�OK


March� 15

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March� 16

Southern Division 2013Event Schedule

March 22, 20131500 - 2000� Registration�&�Conference�Packet�Pick-up� � Great�Room1800 - 1930� �MODD�Grand�Growl�—�Hosted�by�Green�Country�Grunts

� � Dog�Robbers�Class�–�by:�Randy�Riggs�� Evergreen

1800 - 1930� �MODD�Fleas� � Aspen

1900 - 2100� �Social�Event�-�All�Attendees� � Great Hall

March 23, 20130600 - 0800� Breakfast� � Dining Hall0800 - 0815� �Colors,�Southern�Division�Sergeant�at�Arms

� � Outside Flag Area0815 - 0830� �Welcome�Announcements�&�Registration0830 - 1200� Training�Sessions� � � (See Training Schedule)1200 - 1300� Gourmet�Box�Lunch1300 - 1430� �Southern�Division�Conference�&�Election�of�Officers

� � Evergreen1430 - 1845� Recess1845 - 2100� �Banquet,�Awards,�Speaker

12th�Sgt.�Major�of�the�Marine�Corps�� Sgt.�Major�Harold�Overstreet�� Evergreen�&�Great�Room

1300 - 1630� �Marine�Corps�League�Auxiliary� � Aspen

0900 - 1630� Guests/Spouse�TourMarch 24, 20130830 - 10:00� �Breakfast�&�Door�Prizes� � Dining Hall1000 - � �Thank�You�for�your�attendance.

Schwab�Detachment�wishes�everyone�a�safe�trip�home.


March� 17

Guests/Spouses TourSouthern Division 2013

To�our�special�guests�and�spouses,�Thank You�for�attending�this�years�conference.�We�hope�you�have�a�wonderful�weekend�and�enjoy�the�tour�schedule�we�have�prepared�for�you.�If�childcare�is�needed�for�your�tour,�advance�notice�is�required�in�order�to�accommodate.

Saturday, March 23, 2013

0630 - 0845� Breakfast

0845 - 0855� �Meet�Osage�Casino�Transport�Bus�for�Transportation(Hotel�Entrance�-�Transportation�will�depart�no�later�than�0900)

Today�your�tour�will�consist�of:

0930 - 1230� Downtown�Tulsa�Art�Deco�Tours

� � 0930�-�� Historic�Boston�Avenue�Methodist�Church�(Guided Tour)

� � 1015�-�� Historic�First�Presbyterian�Church�(Guided Tour)

� Glacier�Confection�Tour�&�Demonstration� Tulsa�Glassblowing�Studio

1230 - 1300� Travel�Time�to�Gilcrease

1300 - 1600� Gourmet�Box�Lunch�at�Gilcrease Thomas�Gilcrease�Musemum�Tour

1600 Meet�Osage�Casino�Transport�Bus�to�return�to�lodge

Guest & Spouses Tour is sponsored by:


March� 18

Training SessionsSouthern Division 2013

Session 1 — 0845 - 1015

Aspen� � �Conduct�of�Meetings�Instructor:�Marty�McKnight�&�Ed�Lawrence

Persimmon� � �Marine�Corps�League�Uniforms�Instructor:�David�Dubois

Oak� � �Responsibilities�of��the�Paymaster�Instructor:�Polly�Weidenkopf

Evergreen� Managing�Your�Digital�Footprint�—�Web�Sites,Social�Media�&�Emails�Instructor:�Leo�Hall,�Schwab�Detachment

Session 2 — 1030 - 1200

Aspen� � �Conduct�of�Meetings�Instructor:�Marty�McKnight�&�Ed�Lawrence

Persimmon� � �Marine�Corps�League�Uniforms�Instructor:�David�Dubois

Oak� � �Responsibilities�of��the�Paymaster�Instructor:�Polly�Weidenkopf

Evergreen� Managing�Your�Digital�Footprint�—�Web�Sites,Social�Media�&�Emails�Instructor:�Leo�Hall,�Schwab�Detachment


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March� 21

Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps (SMMC)

Sergeant Major OverstreetSergeant Major Harold G. Overstreet, USMC,

12th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps (1991–1995).Sergeant Major Harold G. Overstreet assumed the post as 12th Sergeant Major of

the Marine Corps on 28 June 1991Overstreet was born in December 1944 in Houston, Texas He entered the United

States Marine Corps in June 1966 and completed recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, followed by Basic Infantry Training School at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.

Upon completion of training, Overstreet reported to Staging Battalion at Camp Pendleton, for further assignment to the 1st Military Police Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, Republic of Vietnam. Returning to the states, he was reassigned to the Infantry Training Regiment at Camp Pendleton. He subsequently completed successful tours on the Inspector-Instructor staff, Wichita, Kansas; recruiting duty in Des Moines, Iowa, and Detroit, Michigan; and finally returned to MCRD San Diego in various drill instructor roles: junior drill instructor, senior drill instructor, Series Gunnery Sergeant, and Chief Instructor. Reassigned to the Drill Instructor School, he was an Instructor, Drill Master, and Chief Instructor.

After completing First Sergeant School, Overstreet was assigned to Special Projects at Drill Instructor School, where he undertook the task of completely transferring the Drill Manual onto video tape for a more optimal use during instructional periods. His promotion to first sergeant in February 1979 led to his second assignment on Okinawa as the First Sergeant for Headquarters and Service Company, 9th Engineer Support Battalion.

Upon his return from overseas, he was the First Sergeant of both Companies B and C, 1st Battalion 4th Marines at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms.

Promoted to his present rank in October 1983, Sergeant Major Overstreet became the Inspector Sergeant Major at MCAGCC Twentynine Palms. Returning to Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, he served as a Battalion and Regimental Sergeant Major in the Recruit Training Regiment. Transferring to Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, he served as the 6th Marine Regiment’s Sergeant Major. This assignment was followed by duty as Sergeant Major for the 12th Marine Regiment, on Okinawa.

On 6 April 1990, Sergeant Major Overstreet was posted as Depot Sergeant Major at San Diego. He was selected as the 12th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps in April 1991, and assumed the post on 28 June 1991. He retired in 1995.

Upon retiring from the Marine Corps, (June 29, 1995), he worked for various insurance companies including Academy Insurance, Providian Insurance and Aegon. He held positions as Vice President of Military Marketing; Regional Vice President for Production; and, Vice President for Field Development. On August 22, 2003 he accepted the Non-Commissioned Officers Association’s top position and assumed his duties as President and National Commander.

In February 2007 Sergeant Major Overstreet started Veterans Direct Inc., a Texas (C) corporation.He is married to the former Jeanne Miller of Plainview, TX. They have one son, Jarrod.


March� 22

Special GuestStaff Sergeant John r. Dale, USMC

oklahoMa Military hall of faMe inDUCteD noveMber 11, 2010Dale enlisted in 1939 in the Marine Corps. He was one of the Marines at Wake Island which was attacked by Japanese forces when Pearl Harbor was attacked. The island was bombed daily by the Japanese. Dale was the pointer on the gun that sank the first Japanese ship in the attack on Wake Island. Dale was awarded the U.S. Prisoner of War Medal, Oklahoma Prisoner of War Medal, Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, Marine corps Expeditionary Medal with Wake Island Bar and the Purple Heart. In 1985 he was awarded the Oklahoma Cross of Valor.

the battle for WakeThe battle for Wake Island, perhaps less well known to many Americans, was waged simultaneously on and around the atoll consisting of three small Pacific islands — Wake, Peale and Wilkes.

Several weeks earlier, then-Cpl. John R. Dale was in “L” battery, an artillery force on Wilkes Island. The battery was credited with sinking the first Japanese ship — the Hayate — in the war by land-based artillery manned by some 60 Marines. Dale was a pointer on the gun. It was his job to look through the scope, adjust the elevation and give the command to fire. “The ship went down fast because we apparently hit the ammunition locker aboard; we thought maybe it was a supply ship, but we found out later it was a destroyer,” Dale told Air Force Print News Today.

Dale enlisted in 1939 in the Marine Corps. He was one of the Marines at Wake Island which was attacked by Japanese forces when Pearl Harbor was attacked. The island was bombed daily by the Japanese. Dale was the pointer on the gun that sank the first Japanese ship in the attack on Wake Island. The guns Dale pointed for killed all of a Japanese landing force, except two Japanese who were captured.

The Wake Island defenders were taken to China as part of the Japanese labor force. until they were released September 13, 1945.

PrelUDe to WarIn 1941, Wake Island was an American advance base. On November 28 of that year, U.S. Navy Commander Winfield Cunningham reported to Wake and assumed overall command. On the atoll were 13 officers and 365 enlisted men of the 1st Defense Battalion, U.S. Marines Corps, and 1,000 civilian construction workers; this island also housed Naval air bases and a small Army communication detachment, according to the Navy Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships. The Marines were armed with 5-inch shore batteries once mounted on battleships, anti-aircraft guns, heavy machine guns and .30-caliber machine guns. A Marine fighter squadron consisting of 12 Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat fighters was also on the atoll.

On December 8, 1941 — Wake being on the opposite side of the international date line — upon hearing of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the atoll went to general quarters. Sirens sounded. “We thought it was a Navy drill until the planes dropped bombs,” Dale said. “The Japanese bombed us around noon.” Twenty-seven Japanese planes emerged from low-hanging clouds and bombed and strafed the airfield, destroying seven of the fighters on the ground, also inflicting heavy casualties on aviation personnel. The U.S. aircraft had just arrived, Dale said.

During the coming days, the Japanese bombed the atoll in preparation for the attempted landing on December 11. Some of the bombs fell within perhaps 25 feet of his position, Dale said. The American shore batteries and remaining aircraft sank two Japanese destroyers, the Kisaragi and the Hayate, and damaged a light cruiser, the flagship of the enemy’s force. On December 21, carrier-based planes began pounding the atoll. The last two operable Wildcats engaged them; one returned shot up, unusable. Two days later, on December 23, Japanese forces “loaded for bear” landed and established a beachhead.

“They landed in front of our machine guns,” Dale said.

A life-threatening moment occurred when Dale jumped into a dugout as a Japanese plane approached. A bomb sprayed debris, which covered the dugout; Dale emerged uninjured. There was bitter fighting but Japanese forces overcame the Marines. Wilkes Island, where Dale was positioned, surrendered on December 23, and the atoll was under Japanese control.


March� 23

Marine John Dale and other hostages who were captured on Wake Island in December 1941 were surrounded by a group of Japanese soldiers who were armed with machine guns, ready to fire. The hostages’ hands were tied behind their backs with wire, and they were stripped of their clothes, Dale said. For three days, Dale said, they were held without food, water, shelter or clothes, unsure whether they would live or die. On Christmas, they learned they would stay alive as prisoners of war. Dale, who was 21 years old, spent the next 44 months as a prisoner in Japan and China during World War II.

After he was captured, Dale was loaded onto a ship. He said he and other prisoners were beaten with clubs as they walked down a long passageway to the bottom of the ship, where they slept on a cold, steel floor for 12 days. On the ship, they were only allowed to sit up twice a day. Dale said five prisoners were beheaded and their bodies were used for bayonet practice. When they landed in China, it was snowing and all Dale had for clothing was a pair of overalls, a thin shirt and some dress shoes. He said the prisoners walked nearly five miles to a camp where there was no heating or plumbing. They worked to move dirt and build roads for 12 hours a day on just three teacups of rice. Dale was later taken to Japan to work in the coal mines until the end of the war. He was rescued after the armistice, six years after he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Mr. Dale of Blackwell Okla., was a corporal in the United States Marine Corps, First Defense Battalion, and is one of the last remaining U.S. Marines who were taken prisoner at Wake. Cpl. John Dale was in ‘L’ battery, a five-inch artillery battery which had about 60 Marines assigned and life so far on Wake Island had been pretty good. “I had arrived to Wake Island on the 25th or 26th of November, 1941. There were about 400 Marines on Wake. My assigned artillery placement was on the Wilkes Island part of Wake,” said Dale. “Before the war started we could relax after duty and wander the Island.” The battle for Wake began simultaneously with the attack on Pearl Harbor was fought on and around the atoll formed by Wake Island and its islets of Peale and Wilkes Islands. It ended on December 23, 1941.

Cpl. Dale’s artillery battery was credited for sinking the first Japanese ship (the Hayate) in the war by land based artillery. “We sunk the first ship by land based artillery during World War II on December 11th. I was a pointer on the gun, so it was my job to look through the scope and adjust the elevation then give the command to fire,” said Dale. “The ship went down fast because we apparently hit the ammunition locker aboard; we thought maybe it was a supply ship, but we found out later it was a destroyer. Our reaction was jubilant, we thought war going great but we didn’t understand what the total situation was.”

The commander of Marines on Wake Island, Maj. James P. Devereux had surrendered around 7 a.m. on December 23, but ‘L’ battery didn’t surrender until noon that day. “We were on Wilkes Island and had killed the enemy that came ashore during the early morning hours and took only two prisoners,” said Dale. “We had no contact with the commanding officer so we marched single file to main part of Wake and saw a white flag and were told to lay down our weapons. I was just shocked when I saw the white flag because I always thought Marines never surrender.”

Initially moved to Woo Sung and Khangwan, China near Shanghai and after a year was sent to other locations, traveling through China, crossing the Great Wall, down the length of Korea. John Dale ended up in working in a coal mine on the Japanese Island of Hokkaido.

After the Empire of Japan surrendered to U.S. Forces in August 1945, he was picked up by the U.S. Army and transferred to a hospitals in the San Francisco area. The island was held by the Japanese until Sept. 4, 1945 when the remaining Japanese garrison surrendered to a detachment of United States Marines.

Wake Island is again a busy support base for transient military aircraft crossing the Pacific. Now owned by the U.S. Air Force, Wake Island is operated by active duty Air Force personnel and contractors, under control of the 15th Airlift Wing, Det. 1, Hickam AFB., Hawaii.

Dale settled in Blackwell, where he and his wife raised six children worked for the Employment Security Commission and Kay Electric Cooperative until he retired. He has a total of six children. John has said he owes his longevity in part to his having quit smoking, abstinence from alcohol, staying active, going to church and associating with young people.


March� 24

Door PrizesSouthern Division 2013

1.� Sanyo�40”��LCD�HD�TV�with�Blu-ray�Disk�Player�and�Home�Theater�System

2.� Marine�Star�quilt

3.� Marine�Plate

4� for�His�Glory�Serving�-�Cutting�Board

5.� Gourmet�Chocolate�Basket�

6� Globe�&�Anchor�Hand-crafted�Designer�Glass�Artwork

7.� Engraved�Ka-Bar�from�Sgt.�Grits

8.� Post�Oak�Lodge�Zip�Line�Tour

How to make sure your are eligible to win one of the fabulous door prizes. As part of your registration you have

received 1 ticket each. Throughout the conference you will be collecting additional tickets.

As the weekends event progress you have to make sure to the attended the training classes, social events, spouses tour

and banquet to collect your door prize tickets.

Tickets can not be purchased and you must be present at Sunday’s Morning Chow To Win.


March� 25

Gift Prize

The Marine Star Quilt

The Marine Star Quilt

This beautifully handmade quilt will quickly become a family heirloom. This quilt is 57” x 72” making this fit most any bed size or sofa. The colors of this unique quilt: the Blue represents Bravery, Red represents sacrifice, and White represents Honor.

The making of this quilt took 6 months and is been provided to the Albert E. Schwab Detachment #857, Marine Corps League by Wanda Sharp of Eden Creations.

Eden Creations provides custom and unique quilting services. Contact Wanda Sharp, 918-245-7522 for more details.

Original pattern designed by Marcia Hohn’s

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Photos are not the actual prizes. Photo for visual effect onlySANYO 40” Diagonal Full HD LCD 1080p

Sanyo 40” Diagonal Full HD 1080p LCD is the latest technology for the digital age. The digital tuner is capable of receiving unscrambled digital cable. In a high gloss black finish it blends into the background when the lights are dimmed for your movies, sports and favorite programs in your den or living room. Having a full array of HDMI, Component Audio/Video, Composite Audio/Video you have plenty of options for DVD, VCR, Cable, Satellite and external antenna hookups. A coaxial digital audio output allows hookup to a home entertainment receiver amplifier system for theater like sound. The USB input allows display of your digital camera photos for all to easily see.

With a thin space saving design and small footprint, it can be positioned anywhere. The detachable pedestal base stand allows it to be wall mounted with an optional wall mount kit (not included).

RCA 5.1 Channel Home Theater System with Blu-ray Player & VUDUThe RCA 5.1 CH Home Theater System with Blu-ray Player and VUDU is all you need to enjoy Blu-ray discs, DVDs or online VUDU HD movies with an authentic home

theater surround sound experience. It’s also equipped with VUDU Apps and Pandora Internet Radio, so if you connect to the Internet via Ethernet you’ll enjoy personalized online music streaming, stay connected with friends, get news, weather and much, much more. The system includes five speakers, subwoofer and full-function remote control. Its HDMI output provides a 1080p high-definition digital video signal to your TV while its AUX input can be used to connect AV equipment such as a cable or satellite box.

RCA 5.1 Channel Home Theater System with Blu-ray Disk Player and VUDU, 300W surround sound receiver Dolby Digital surround sound decoder Plays Blu-ray discs, DVDs, CDs and more 5 speakers and subwoofer.

Connect to the Internet via Ethernet VUDU movies to rent or buy online HD movies VUDU apps to connect with friends, get the news and weather and more Pandora Internet Radio to enjoy personalized online music streaming Blu-ray Profile 2.0 for BD Live Internet connection, Optical input, auxiliary input, Component and composite video utputs to connect to older TV’s.

Grand Prize

SANYO 40” Diagonal Full HD LCD 1080p Television and RCA 5.1 Channel Home Theater System

with Blu-ray Disk Player & VUDU


March� 26

Gift Prize

Marine Corps League Ceramic Decorator Plate

Ceramic 18” Diameter Marine Corps League Decorator PlateHandmade ceramic decorator plate by Linda Maxson of Grandlakes Monkey Island 918-257-4110. A limited second edition plate #001 cre-

ated exclusively for Southern Division 2013 Conference.This plate is made from white high fire clay with a food safe finish. Letters and emblem are hand crafted. The platter can be customized with

color and lettering to suit your needs. A uniquely personalized gift to be cherished by its receiver for a life time.

This is a similar designed plate for a exampl

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for HIS Glory

Cutting Boards, Cheese Boards & Serving Trays

Cutting Boards, Cheese Boards & Serving Trays

For His Glory cutting boards are handmade in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma from the finest hardwoods from around the world. The wood in each board is selected for it’s special character, color and contrast to make every board unique. Boards are available with display stands that are laser engraved with Bible scripture. Cheese boards are a natural companion to the cutting boards and are available with or without scripture laser engraved on the handle. Stands can be engraved with any scripture of your choice.

For HIS Glory serving trays are hand made with the same care and attention as the cutting boards & cheese boards. They have a unique feature of being a beautiful serving tray on one side and a high quality cutting board on the other.

And whAtever you do, whether in word or deed, do it All in the nAme of the lord Jesus, giving thAnks to god the fAther through him. ColossiAns 3:17Provided By:

for HIS Glory Cutting Boards • Rob McKnight(918) 633-7233 • [email protected] • www.forHISGloryCuttingBoards.com


March� 27

Gift Prize

Glacier Confection - Gourmet Chocolate Collection

Glacier Gourmet Chocolate CollectionMission Statement: Glacier Confection’s mission is to raise support and funds for our Fallen Heroes and their families. Commitment: Glacier Confection is dedicated to a shared future with shared benefits for our U.S. Troops and their families. We are

committed to making a difference in the lives of these families who have sacrificed much for their love of country.• Promote awareness of projects, families and events in need of support.

Strategy: Glacier Confection achieves its goals by:• Building partnerships with national and grass root community level organizations. • Working with donors to support effective programs. • Supporting and applying funds to defined organizations. • Supporting training and education that improves the health, safety and well-being of military familes.

Tulsa Chocolate Shop - Glacier Confection™[email protected] • 15 E. Brady Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Gift Prize

Tulsa Glass Blowing Studio

Tulsa Glass Blowing School

Kenneth J. Gonzales Project Director, is the artist creating the piece.

Kenneth received a Bachelor of Art in Glass from Hastings College, Hastings, Nebraska. He has worked with artists such as Richard Royal, Pino Signoretto, Richard Jolley and Tommie Rush. Kenneth brings over 12 years of glassblowing experience to Tulsa Glassblowing School. His works have been in galleries in North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Missouri, Kansas, and in private collections throughout the U.S.

The piece being created for the Marine Corps League event is a hand-sculpted eagle, globe and anchor honoring the trademark symbol of the Marine Corps.


March� 28

POSTOAK Canopy TourOklahoma’s Exhilarating Zipline Adventure

Oklahoma’s first and only zipline canopy tour is an adrenaline rush from the get-go. POSTOAK Canopy Tours takes thrill seekers and nature lovers soaring above the treetops along a network of more than 3,865 feet of cable line. Along the way, seven platform landing-bases provide a bird’s-eye view of northeastern Oklahoma’s magnificent Osage Hills, the surrounding plains and Tulsa’s cityscape. The sparkling view of downtown’s skyline is especially spectacular at night.

Strap on a helmet, grab a harness and let POSTOAK Canopy Tours’ guides lead you on an action-packed, two-plus hour tour. POSTOAK Canopy Tours guides are highly trained, professional and knowledgeable about the sights and sounds surrounding you. The POSTOAK Canopy Tours course takes about two hours to complete and is made up of 7 Platforms and 6 Ziplines

Originating in Costa Rica in the 1990s, zipline canopy tours allow participants to glide through treetops and see nature from a different viewpoint. The guided tours involve a series of connected cables, or ziplines, and platforms all built at the tree’s canopy level.

Gift Prize

POSTOAK Canopy • Zip Line Tour

Gift Prize

Marine Corps KA-BAR

Sgt. Grits USMC Ka-BarSouthern Division 2013 inscribed USMC KA-BAR. Donated by Sgt. Grits, Oklahoma City, Ok. The USMC KA-BAR is an icon and a legend in the

world of knives. It was one of the general issue knives to the United States Marine Corps in World War II and quickly gained popularity. This knife remains the first choice for many men and women of service who carry it as their personal option knife still today.

On December 9, 1942, after the start of World War II, KA-BAR submitted a knife to the United States Marine Corps in hopes that it would become general issue to that branch of the military. Working with the Marine Quartermaster Department the original design was revised and production began of an improved fighting and utility knife for the Marines. As the War escalated, the USMC KA-BAR knives became so well recognized for their quality and so abundant in number that “Kabar” became the name by which many referred to this knife pattern, regardless of whether the knife was manufactured at the actual KA-BAR facility.

The USMC KA-BAR was adopted by not only the Marines, but also the Army, Navy, Coast Guard and Underwater Demolition Teams. Years after World War II, many KA-BAR knives were unofficially reactivated in the Korean, Vietnam, Desert Storm, and Iraqi Freedom conflicts.

Today, the original USMC Fighting and Utility Knife remains the first choice for many men and women of service who carry it as their personal knife option. It is also a favorite of adventurers, survivalists, outdoor sportsmen and, of course, knife collectors who know that this knife deserves a place in their collection.


March� 29

Post Oak Lodge & Retreat

1. LODGE 12. LODGE 23. LODGE 34. LODGE 45. LODGE 56. LODGE 67. LODGE 78. LODGE 89. THE MAIN LODGE10. THE POLE BARN

11. THE ARBOR AT TRAIL’S END12. SUNSET RIDGE13. WILLOW LAKE14. THE MEADOWS15. POOL16. THE VIEW17. NORTH OAKS18. SOUTH OAKS19. HIGH ROPES COURSE20. LOW ROPES COURSE

21. SKEET SHOOT22. BONFIRE23. WALKING TRAIL24. RECREATION FIELD25. HORSESHOE AREA26. DANCE AREA27. VOLLEYBALL COURT28. MAIN PARKING LOT29. ARBOR NORTH OAKS30. ARBOR SOUTH OAKS

Post�Oak�Lodge�&�Retreat�offers�a�number�of�exciting�activities.��Please�contact�the�lodge�front�desk�to�inquire�to�scheduling�and�cost.��Just�opened�in�June�2012�“The�Canopy�Tour”�is�the�newest�feature�to�Post�Oak�Lodge�&�Retreat.


March� 30

Post Oak Lodge & Retreat

Its here! . . .

Marines, of the Marine Corps League, Southern Division.

Before you return home, be sure and try Oklahoma’s — First Canopy Zipline Tour!


March� 31

Welcome to the 2012Southern Division Conference and Growl of the MarineCorps League.

From the Arkansas Pounds of the Military order of the Devil Dog.

Pounds River Valley #346 and Toad Suck #357

Woof Woof

Robert “Bob” Ogg Commandant

Robert Way Marine of the Year


March� 32

Welcome Devils Dogsto the

Grand Growlof

Southern Division 2013

The Dogs of Green Country Grunts #308

Pack of Oklahoma

Wishes to send a hearty WOOF WOOF to all Dogs.Its time to growl, howl and collect lots of BONES!

GrE

EN COuNTry GruNTS

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Jim Parker …………………..…... Commandant Alex Azar ……..…...…... Sr. Vice Commandant Kenneth Peterson …....... Jr. Vice Commandant Ray Beard …..…......... Adjutant / Web Sergeant Alex Azar …………...….………….... Paymaster Robert Pflueger …………..…... Judge Advocate Thomas Ratz ……………..……….….. Chaplain Richard Thompson ………... Sergeant-At-Arms Gary Matlock ……… Veteran’s Service Officer Alex Azar ……………..... Jr. Past Commandant


March� 33

Presentation in Tulsa, Oklahoma at 1:00 pm Veterans Park, 21st and Boulder, Saturday, April 27, 2013

The United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon will be preforming at conclusion of ceremony.

Guest of Honor

Hershel “Woody” WilliamsMedal of Honor Recipient - Iwo Jima

Keynote Speaker

General Anthony C. Zinni, USMC (Ret.)Reception for World War II Veterans, VFW Post 577, 1109 East 6th Street, Tulsa

Thursday, April 25, 6:00 pmWreath Laying Ceremony at Albert E. Schwab Statue, Tulsa International Airport, Friday, April 26, 4:00 pm

Veterans Breakfast, Floral Haven, Broken Arrow, Saturday, April 27, 8:00 amWreath Laying Ceremony Medal of Honor Walk, Floral Haven, Broken Arrow, Saturday, April 27, 9:30 am

Exhibits open at Veterans Park, Tulsa, Saturday, 27 April 10:00 am


March� 34

Get Your Chanceon These Weapons

Marine Corps LeagueSooner Detachment #559

c/o R. Lyons2500 Perth Drive

Edmond OK 73013

Email: [email protected]


March� 35

TOT DOGS POUND #268 Graham, Texas

PDD Alex Azar ....................................... Pound Keeper PDD Dennis Bradford ...................... Sr. Vice Pound Keeper PDD David Nelson .......................... Jr. Vice Pound Keeper PDD Jack Danforth ..................................... Smart Dog DD Don Carlisle ........................................ Dog Trainer PDD Taylor Rice ........................................... Mad Dog DD Linda Shook .......................................... Police Dog PDD Polly Weidenkopf ................................. Watch Dog PDD George Simpson.................................... Barking Dog PDD Bernie O’Dell ..................................... Dog Robber


March� 36

The Pack of Texas

WELCOMES YOU

to

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Pack Leader • PDD Bob Quinn

Sr. Vice Pack Leader • PDD Charles Ynman Jr. Vice Pack Leader • PDD Dennis Bradford

Smart Dog • PDD George Simpson Dog Trainer • DD Bill Hamby Dog Robber • PDD Alex Azar Mad Dog • PDD Taylor Rice

Police Dog • PDD Robert Hurtado Watch Dog • PDD Ron Tomonelli


March� 37

SAMPLE

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Choose�1st�&�2nd�choice�for�shirt�colors.��Shirt�Color:� Grey�� Red�� Santa�Fe�� White�� Yellow�� Green�

Shirts�Ordered�on�Friday�will�be�delivered�before�leaving�on�Sunday�March�24,�2013All�other�Shirt�Orders�will�be�shipped�by�US�Mail�the�following�week.

Short�Sleeve�$15.00� � Long�Sleeve�$20.00� � Sweat�Shirts�$30.00� � Hoodies�$45.00

All�proceeds�go�to�the�Southern�Division�Convention�CostMake�Checks�Payable�to�Marine�Corps�League,�Schwab�Det.

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Short�Sleeve�$15.00� � Long�Sleeve�$20.00� � Sweat�Shirts�$30.00� � Hoodies�$45.00

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While enjoying Southern Division 2013 don’t forget to get your souvenir shirt to wear when your back home. Reminding everyone of the great time you had while here in beautiful Oklahoma.

ALL PROCEEDS from the souvenir shirts, support the Southern Division 2013 Convention cost.

After you are settled into your room, return to the registration desk to order your Southern Division 2013 Souvenir Shirt. Shirts ordered on Friday will be ready to take home on Sunday.

Order forms will be available at the registration desk to use like the one shown below, so order

one for every member of the family.

Semper Fi and Welcome to Southern Division 2013

Tulsa, Oklahoma

In Honor of the Wake Island Defenders

In Honor of the W

ake Island Defenders


March� 38

Vice Chief Devil Dog PDD Ron Tomonelli

Wishes the Southern Division Good Luck on a

Successful 2013 Conference & Oklahoma Pack Grand Growl


March� 39

The Department of Arkansas

Would like to wish all a successful Southern Division Conference

Dwight Witcher, Commandant

Larry Beyette, Senior Vice Commandant Don Lambert, Junior Vice Commandant

Donald Hay, Judge Advocate Frank Lambert, Adjutant

Gerald Weakly, Paymaster Jonnie Bounds, Chaplain

James Gibson, Sergeant At Arms Randy Rigg, Junior Past Commandant


March� 40


March� 41

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March� 42

Dr. Maggie McGuire Educational Specialist

I provide onsite, personalized services that are developed to meet your needs. These services could take the form of staff development, targeted observations of staff or students, performance evaluations or in-depth assessment of needs.

I also provide workshops targeted for teachers, caregivers and administrators. I am registered with the Texas Training Registry.

drmaggiemcguire.com TAMU Class of ‘88 and ‘01

Tarrant County Detachment

Welcomes You ToSouthern Division 2013 Convention

Marine Corps League6801 Manhattan Blvd.

Fort Worth, Texas 76120817-599-9580

http://www.tarrantcountydetachmentmcl.us/


March� 43

Young Law OfficeEstablished 1923

Personal Injury • Workers Comensation Corporate • Family Law • Wills & Trusts • Probate

Social Security • Guardianships • Criminal

John Mark Young Joshua JaMes Young

918-224-3131Fax 918-224-5365

[email protected]. Box 1364, Sapulpa, Ok 74067-1364

John Mark YoungLt. Col. USMCR Ret.

Joshua James Young2nd Lt. Oklahoma Air National Guard


March� 44

Southern Division Commandant Randy Rigg

Wishes the Membership of the Southern Division

Good luck on a successful 2013 Southern Division Conference

Semper Fi

“Once a Marine Always a Marine”


March� 45

OSA

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Best Wishes for a great Conference!

Commandant John Henry Mashunkashey

Sr. Vice Commandant Carl Clark

Jr. Vice Commandant Hollis Stabler

Adjutant/Paymaster Jaime Lynn Clark

Chaplain Henry Harrison

Sergeant-at-Arms Don Abbott

Past Commandant Hollis Stabler

Osage Detachment#669P.O. Box 1019

Pawhuska, Ok 74056


March� 46

Marty McKnightCommandant

P.O. Box 470816 918-691-6047 Tulsa, OK 74147-0816 [email protected]

www.marinestulsa.com

Albert E. Schwab Detachment #857

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business cards exterior signs raised letters handicap signs






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static cling digital printing screen printing powder coating






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John Henry MashunkasheyCommandant

Department of Oklahoma (918) 636-7742 (Cell) P.O. Box 470816 (918) 847-2703 (Home)Tulsa, OK 74147-0816 [email protected]

“Once a Marine, Always a Marine”

Cpl. Joshua J. Ware Sequoyah CountyMarine Corps League Detachment #1403

Commandant Alan Beaird 918-208-6686Sr. Vice Porky Falcon 918-773-6250Jr Vice Bruce Lane 361-816-2944www.cpl-joshuaware1403.com P.O. Box 903, Sallisaw, OK 74955

Once�a�Marine�Always�A�MARINE!

Steven L. MaxsonJr. Vice CommandantDepartment of Oklahoma

P.O. Box 901Miami, OK 74355-901918-533-4658 (Cell)918-257-4110 (Home)[email protected]

56625 Tinner - Monkey Island 74331“Once a Marine Always a Marine”


March� 47

35 Years Experience


March� 48

The All New Osage Casino – Sand Springs!Located in the Osage Hills, the Osage Casino – Sand Springs, offers guests more than 460 state-of-the-art Electronic Games, 35 High Stakes machines and 4 Table Games. After extensive renovations in the spring of 2012, guests may now enjoy a wider array of amenities and much improved air quality.

With the completion of renovations, Osage Casino – Sand Springs has added a new sit-down Cafe offering appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pastas and impressive entrées. Other additions include a new High Stakes room and a sports bar with 10 bar-top Poker machines, 16 flat screen TVs and an expanded live entertainment area.

Cafe:Sundays, Wednesdays & Thursdays • 11 am – 9 pm

Fridays & Saturdays • 11 am – 10 pm Closed Mondays & Tuesdays

Cafe Bar: Sundays, Wednesdays & Thursdays • 4 pm – 11 pm

Fridays & Saturdays • 4 pm – 1 am Closed Mondays & Tuesdays

Sports Bar Counter Service: Daily • 10 am – 1:30 am

Sports Bar Deli Items Available: Sunday – Thursday • 11 am – 9 pm Fridays & Saturdays • 11 am – 1 am

Happy Hour: Monday – Friday • 3 pm – 6 pm

Karaoke Night! Wednesdays • 8 pm – 11 pm


March� 49

Home Inspection ServicesCommercial & Investment

Property Inspections,Lead Paint Inspection, LPB Risk Assessments,Environmental Site

Assessments

[email protected]

Real Estate Inspection & Testing Service

#146 Glacier ConfectionTulsa

Artisan Chocolate

15 East Brady • Tulsa, OK

Cornelius Petroleum, Inc.Randall Cornelius, Pres.Crude Oil Purchasing(918)271-4729

www.corneliuspetroleum.com

Cornelius Petroleum, Inc.Brian Cornelius

(918) 247-6743 (O) [email protected](918) 640-0506 (C) www.corneliuspetroleum.com

Just 2 doors down from Glacier Confections

19 East Brady Tulsa, OK


March� 50

Remembering Our Veterans Through Displays

THE TRAVELING MILITARY MUSEUMFree Patriotic Displays/Programs Available for Schools,

Libraries, Clubs, Veteran Reunions, etc.

Keith MyersTulsa, Ok [email protected] 918-523-0932

Wanted military uniforms, helmets, knives, patches, paper items, flags, aviation items, Marine items, paratrooper items, PT boat items, tanker items, etc. Also Japanese, German, etc. souvenirs.

Woof Woof!Wardog Pound 356

Miami, Ok.Southern Division 2013 Grand Growl

Pound Leader: Steve Maxson Dog Trainer: Samuel MaxsonSr. Vice: James Belcher Mad Dog: Dennis LeeJr. Vice” John Henry Mashunkashey Police Dog: Robert AlexanderDog Robber: Tony Booth Watch Dog: David DeanSmart Dog: Micheal Weaver Barking Dog: Allison Ricky


March� 51

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March� 52

The�Albert E. Schwab Detachment #857,

Southern Division Committeeencourages�and�hopes�that�everyone�has�

a�great�time�during�Southern Division

2013.

If�you�find�yourself�in�need�of�assistance,�please�locate�one�of�the�event�Marshall’s.�

Marshall’s�will�be�wearing�a�badge�so�you�can�easily�locate�them�from�a�distance.�Every�Marshall�is�prepared�to�answer�questions�like�“What�time�does�this�begin?”,�“Where�are�we�to�meet�for?”,�How�do�I�find�my�lodge�building?”,�etc.

So have fun and Welcome to Tulsa, OK.

Welcome Marines

The Walseth Family


March� 53

Best Wishes for a successfulSouthern Division 2013 Conference.L/Cpl Clevenger Detachment 1355

Marine Corps LeagueL/CpL. CLevenger DetaChment

northeastern okLahoma DetaChment #1355steve maxson, CommanDant

Commandant Steve Maxson Sr. Vice Commandant Tony Booth Jr. Vice Commandant Jim BelcherJAG Robert Alexander Paymaster Mike Slyman Chaplain Mike WeaverAdjudant Marilyn McDermott Sgt. At Arms Dennis Lee Service Officer Rick Allison


March� 54

A Tulsa Favorite Since 1975Ron’s was started in a tiny classic diner with only 8 stools.

The Original Ron’s

15th & Harvard Tulsa, Oklahoma 1975-2004

Home of the Sausage CheeseburgerVoted Oklahoma’s Favorite Burger!

And

The Best Frito Pie on the Planet!Try one today!

Come visit one of these convenient locations:

Ron’s Downtown 15th & S. Denver

Mon-Sat 10:30-8:00

918-382-RONS

Ron’s Glenpool U.S. 75 & S. 141st St.

Sun-Thurs 10:30-8:00 Fri-Sat 10:30-8:30

918-322-5557


March� 55

Honoring Our VeteransRiver�Valley�Veterans�National�Cemetery�Association

This�monument�will�be�placed�in�the�Fort�Smith�National�Cemetery,�Fort�Smith,�Arkansas

Our�goal�is�to�set�and�dedicate�the�monument�on�Veterans�Day�2013.

We�need�your�assistance�in�reaching�our�goal,�please�help�by�making�a�donation�this�weekend�honoring�yourself,�your�detachment�and�your�state.

Drop�your�donation�here�or�send�to:

River�Valley�Veterans�National�Cemetery�Association�P.O.�Box�5263,�Fort�Smith�Arkansas�72913-5263

Or�Contact�Robert�Cravens� 479-769-0502�

Joe�Gibbs� 479-414-7048�Burt�Patrick� 479-430-0604�

Robert�Castillo� 479-883-6534


March� 56

Welcome Marines!

Southern Division 2013

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Anheuser-Busch Sales of Oklahoma

Proud Sponsors Hospitality Room

Anheuser-Busch Sales of Oklahoma


March� 57


March� 58

Wake Island Defenders War Memorial, Bristow, OK

Albert E Schwab, Medal of Honor, Statue, Tulsa International Airport, Tulsa, OK

March� 1

Marine Corps LeagueProgram For Professional Development

MeetingsTypes of meetings

1.�Staff2.�General

A.� Ten�Worst�Meeting�OffensesB.� Before�the�MeetingC.� Application�for�MembershipD.� Meeting�Guide

3.�Conferences�/�Conventions4.�Fund�Raising

Meetings•� Staff•� General•� Conferences�/�Conventions•� Fund�Raising

The Staff Meeting•� �On�a�detachment�level,�there�should�be�a�Staff�Meeting�held�once�a�month.�The�

meeting�should�be�open�to�any�member�that�would�like�to�attend,�but�that�member�would�not�take�part�in�the�meeting�unless�asked�by�the�Commandant.

•� �The�Commandant�will�set�the�agenda�for�the�Staff�Meeting�and�bring�up�any�information�that�concerns�the�Detachment�and�any�and�all�items�that�he/she�feels�needs�to�be�discussed

•� �The�meeting�should�stay�on�agenda�as�much�as�possible�and�the�Commandant�maintains�control�of�the�meeting.�The�Commandant�should�isure�that�everyone�is�included�in�the�discussions�and�keep�the�meeting�moving.

•� �This�where�the�agenda�for�the�General�Meeting�is�set.•� �You�can�also�cut�through�the�unimportant�items�that�are�sometimes�brought�up�at�

a�General�Meeting�and�cause�unnecessary�delays.

March� 2

The Staff MeetingImportance of ...

•� �If�the�detachment�is�having�problems�with�a�member�or�some�other�difficulties�this�is�a�better�setting�to�address�the�issue�with�the�member�or�discuss�the�issue�so�that�thought�out�options�are�available�to�membership.

Note:The�staff�meeting�is�an�informal�meeting�and�the�taking�of�notes�is�not�necessary�un-less�you�choose�to�do�so.

General Membership Meeting•� �Detachments�are�required�to�hold�a�General�Membership�Meeting�once�a�month.�

The�meeting�date�and�time�should�be�part�of�the�detachment�By-Laws�and�should�be�strictly�adhered�to.

•� �The�Commandant�should�have�a�prepared�agenda�and�keep�the�meeting�on�course�as�much�as�possible.�See�Staff�Meeting.

The 10 Worst Meeting Offenses1.�Being�Unpredpared:� � A.�Includes�Staff�Officers�or�anyone�designated�to�report.� � B.�Make�sure�that�all�technical�aides�being�used�are�operationbal.� � C.�Always�provide�an�agenda�and�support�material�in�advance.2.�Starting�on�time:� � A.�Insist�on�starting�the�meeting�at�the�scheduled�time.� � B.��Whether�your�meetings�are�attended�by�12�members�or�200�members�

showing�up�late�or�starting�late�will�damage�the�image�that�you�should�be�trying�to�project.

� � C.��A�Meeting�Hog�is�a�person�that�talks�just�to�hear�themselves�speak.�You�should�encourage�your�Officers�and�Staff�to�have�a�written�Report�to�pres-ent�to�the�membership...�there�is�nothing�worse�than�an�Elected�or�Ap-pointed�Officer�standing�and�saying�“Nothing�to�Report�Sir.”�What�have�you�done�for�the�Detachment�during�the�time�between�the�monthly�meetings?�If�you�have�nothing�to�report,�it’s�self-explanatory...

3.�Take�Part�in�the�Meeting:� � �Don’t�just�sit�there�if�you�have�something�to�offer...Many�times�a�member�

will�not�rise�to�address�the�body�but�waits�until�the�meeting�is�over�and�then�approaches�the�Commandant�or�one�of�the�Staff�and�offer�something�that�is�beneficial�to�the�Detachment.

March� 3

4.�Expressing�Rude�Body�Language� � A.��Avoid�making�facial�gestures�and�rude�comments�during�presentation�

because�you�disagree�with�what�is�being�said...You�will�get�your�chance�to�address�the�body�if�you�so�desire.�Never�get�up�and�leave�the�room�in�disagreement.�If�you�show�the�speaker�the�lack�of�respect�to�at�least�listen,�then�you�have�lost�the�battle.

� � B.��It�is�the�duty�of�the�Commandant�to�manage�those�being�disrespectful�in�a�tactful�way�and�do�not�ever�put�a�member�down�by�trying�to�humiliate�him..

5.�Sitting�Silently�during�the�Meeting:� � �The�extreme�opposite�of�not�taking�part�is�the�member�that�has�nothing�to�

offer�during�the�meeting�except�idle�chatter.�You�should�refrain�from�private�meetings�because�it�is�not�only�rude,�but�you�amy�also�miss�something�important�being�considered.

6.�Sidebar�conversations�are�a�NO-NO:� � �Sidebar�conversations�are�possibly�the�rudest�thing�that�can�happen�during�a�

meeting...This�should�be�stopped�immediately�and�refocus�on�the�subject�at�hand.

7.�Arguing�or�putting�others�down:� � �Disagreements�are�Healthy�and�Fine,�but�never�get�into�personal�attacks.�

Don’t�make�others�look�bad�for�the�sake�of�making�you�look�good!�Never�be�condescending�or�avoid�the�opinions�of�the�membership.�Always�be�professional�in�your�choice�to�disagree.

8.�Cell�Phones:� � �When�the�Commandant�orders�the�Sgt-at-Arms�to�open�the�meeting,�he�

(Sgt-at-Arms)�will�open�the�meeting�according�to�the�ritual�and�the�following�“The�smoking�lamp�is�out�and�please�turn�off�all�Cell�Phones”.�Additionally,�there�should�be�NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE MEETING ROOM.�This�is�a�common�sense�ruling�because�we�all�know�that�alcohol�changes�your�perspective.

9.�Chewing�Gum�or�Eating:� � A.��While�chairing�a�meeting,�the�membership�does�not�want�to�hear�you�

chewing�gum...A�bottle�of�water�is�permissible.� � B.��The�staff�or�Board�of�Trustees�should�not�be�indulging�either.10�Shutting�Down�the�Meeting:� � �We�all�know�that�if�a�meeting�runs�to�long,�you�are�probably�going�to�have�

some�disgruntled�members...If�you�are�in�the�process�of�conducting�some�important�business�and�it�needs�to�be�settled�then�and�there,�you�should�as�for�a�motion�to�extend�the�meeting�an�additional�fifteen�minutes...This�shows�the�membership�that�you�care�about�them�and�are�trying�to�be�as�expeditious�as�possible.

March� 4

Before The Meeting� � •� �Have�the�meeting�room�set�up,�bible,�flags,�name�plates,�gavel,�Sgt-at-Arms�

table,�etc.�The�ritual�book�illustrates�how�to�arrange�the�quarters,�but�you�may�have�to�adapt�according�to�the�physical�setting�of�your�meeting�location.

� � •� START�ON�TIME

Conduct A Meeting ProperlyFollow�the�Ritual•� �Opening�Ceremony�—�Use�the�Ritual�Book•� �Roll�Call�of�Officers�—�Adjutant�should�take�a�verbal�Roll�Call,�Officers�present�

should�each�respond.�If�someone�is�absent�the�Commandant�can�either�excuse�them�or�have�them�marked�absent.�(If�an�officer�is�excused�it�is�not�counted�as�absent�for�the�purpose�of�fulfilling�the�60%�attendance�clause�in�many�by-laws).�Therefore�the�Commandant�should�use�some�discretion.

•� �Recognize�Dignitaries�—�This�is�a�good�rule�of�thumbWhat�is�a�Dignitary?Use�the�“Rule�of�Thumb”�anyone�in�a�higher�office�than�I�am.�I�am�now�the�Detachment�Commandant,�therefore,�I�would�recognize�National�Officers,�Department�Officers�and�your�Past�Detachment�Commandants.�You�may�also�wish�to�recognize�any�vistors,�such�as�someone�from�another�detachment.

Applications for Membership•� �After�the�application�and�all�necessary�paperwork�has�been�reviewed�and�deemed�

to�be�in�order.�(i.e.�DD214,�Discharge)�Look�at�the�paperwork,�taking�some�ones�word�at�this�point,�even�the�sponsors,�is�not�acceptable.

•� �Have�the�Adjutant�read�the�application�(name,�address,�dates�of�service�and�who�recommended�them).�Have�the�Sergeant-at-Arms�escort�the�applicant�from�the�room.�The�Commandant�should�ask�if�any�member�knows�of�any�reason�why�this�Marine�or�FMF�Corpsman�should�not�be�a�member�of�the�detachment...

•� �Speakers�addressing�the�floor�making�recommendations�should�have�a�time�limit�(2-3�minutes)�or�until�they�begin�to�repeat�points.�Thank�them,�call�for�discussion�staying�with�the�time�limit�per�respondent.�Keep�the�meeting�moving�and�try�to�accomplish�all�business�in�50�minutes.

March� 5

General Membership MeetingConducted�Properly�and�Efficiently

Use the 10 Principles to insure the meeting is being Conducted Properly and Efficiently

1.�Start�the�meeting�on�time.2.�Keep�the�meeting�moving.3.�Prepare�and�use�an�agenda�for�the�meeting.4.�Do�not�linger�on�one�subject�for�an�unreasonable�amount�of�time.5.�Do�not�let�members�start�to�address�one�another�instead�of�the�body.6.��Do�not�let�a�member�hog�the�microphone.�Before�a�member�can�speak�a�second�

time�on�a�subject,�insure�that�all�others�wishing�to�speak�have�been�heard.7.��Insist�that�members�who�wish�to�be�recognized�raise�there�hand.�Once�they�are�

called�on,�they�are�to�rise,�give�their�name�for�thee�record�and�state�their�business.8�They�are�to�keep�their�statements�short�and�to�the�point.9.��The�meeting�should�last�between�50�minutes�and�1�hour.�If�you�start�extending�

your�meetings�past�this�time,�you�will�start�losing�attendance.10.��If�you�need�additional�time,�ask�someone�to�make�a�motion�that�the�meeting�be�

extended�an�additional�15�minutes.�This�shows�that�you�respect�the�time�of�the�members�and�keeps�them�involved�in�finishing�the�meeting.

Meeting GuideOrder�of�Business�Agenda

Opening Ceremony:•� �Sgt-at-Arms�to�Post�the�Colors•� Chaplain�to�lead�in�opening�prayer

Acknowledge Presence of Dignitaries:Roll Call of Officers:Applications for Membership:

•� �Balloting�on�Applications�for�Membership

•� �Ceremony�of�Initiation�for�New�Members

Reading of Previous Minutes:•� �Any�Corrections:•� �Accepted�as�read•� �Motions�to�Accept�are�only�necessary�If�corrections�are�made�then�the�motion�is�to�

accept�the�minutes�with�corrections.

March� 6

Correspondence:Report of Paymaster:

•� �Opening�Balance:� ___________________________•� �Income:� � ___________________________•� �Expense:� � ___________________________

•� �Closing�Balance:� ___________________________

Report of any Member or Member’s Family Sick or in Distress:Report of Officers:

•� �Commandant:� � __________________________•� �SR�Vice�Commandant:� __________________________•� �JR�Vice�Commandant:� __________________________•� �Judge�Advocate:� � __________________________•� �Adjutant:� � � __________________________•� �Paymaster:� � � __________________________•� �Chaplain:� � � __________________________•� �Sgt-at-Arms:�� __________________________

•� �Quartermaster:� � __________________________

Report of Standing Committees:•� �Toys�for�Tots:� � __________________________

•� �Young�Marines:� � __________________________

Report of Special Committees:Unfinished Business:Ceremony of Installation of Officers:

(At�proper�time�of�year�according�to�the�National�Bylaws)

Good of the League”Announcements:Closing Ceremony:

•� �Sgt-at-Arms�retires�the�Colors•� �Chaplain�says�closing�prayer

Sr.�Vice�Commandant�performs�the�last�duties�of�his�post.

March� 7

Meeting GuideOrder of Business Agenda

The following items shall be present at all business meetings:•� �The�Detachment�Charter�or�Copy•� �The�National�Colors•� �A�Bible

Minutes of MeetingDetachment’s Name

Marine Corps LeagueCommandant’s�Name

Minutes of Meeting

Date:Time:Location:Call to Order:� Commandant�______________�called�the�meeting�to�order�at�(__________),�and�ordered�Sgt-at-Arms�_____________�to�Advance�and�Post�the�Colors,�and�to�lead�the�membership�in�The�Pledge�of�Allegiance�to�the�Flag�of�the�United�States�of�America.� Chaplain�____________�led�us�in�the�opening�prayer.�Commandant�__________�asks�Sgt-at-Arms�to�declare�the�meeting�open�for�the�transaction�of�official�business.Roll�Call�of�Officers:

Minutes of the Previous Meeting:� Adjutant�reads�the�minutes�or�motion�to�accept�as�posted�by:�____________�seconded�by:�____________.Corrections/comments:�______________________.�Motion�to�accept�minutes�as�read�by:�___________________,�seconded�by�Marine�__________________,�Motion�passed�___________.

Correspondence:Report of Paymaster:Reports of any Members or Family members in Distress:Report of Officers:Reports of Standing Committees:Reports of Special Committees:Unfinished Business:New Business: Good of the League:Announcements:Close of Meeting:� Commandant�calls�the�Sgt-at-Arms�to�retire�the�colors.� Chaplain�led�us�in�the�closing�prayer.� Senior�Vice�Commandant�completes�the�last�duties�of�his�post�and�Sgt-at-Arms�officially�closes�the�transaction�of�official�business�until�we�reconvene�on�___________________�to�reopen�for�the�transaction�of�official�business.

Membership Sings the Marines Hymn

SAMPLE MinutES

March� 8

Conferences/Conventions•� �Explain�value�of�holding�a�conference�or�convention,�what�goes�on�and�why�as�

many�members�as�possible�should�attend.•� �A�chance�to�attend�Training.•� �Interact�with�Marines�from�other�Detachments,�Departments,�discover�a�long�lost�

friend,�or�find�a�new�one.•� �Input�your�opinion�about�Department�or�National�direction.So�why�is�it�important?The�Marine�Corps�League�is�about�the�membership.�All�of�us�“red�hats”�are�the�league.�As�Delegates�we�vote�on�the�direction�we�think�the�league�should�take.�The�projects�and�programs�we�support.�Expressing�your�opinions�and�casting�your�votes�helps�make�the�league�stronger.Having�the�opportunity�to�hear�why�decisions�are�made�the�arguments�for�and�against�strengthens�your�knowledge.�The�more�informed�membership�make�better�choices�for�a�better�league.

Fund Raising•� �Scholarship�Programs•� �Toys�for�Tots•� �Young�Marines•� �Veteran�Services�Volunteering•� �Marines�Helping�Marines•� �Fallen�Marines•� �National�Medal�of�Honor�Day

March� 9

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March� 10

CONDUCTING A REGULAR LEAGUE MEETING

OPENING CEREMONY

It shall be the duty of the Sergeant-at-Arms to arrange the quarters, to place a Bible upon the Altar; and at the close of all occasions, he/she shall return all equipment to its proper place.

He/she shall also conduct the advance and retirement of the Colors. (Commandant may call for the Marine Hymn at any point in the ceremony.)

COMMANDANT:� Sergeant-at-Arms,�secure�the�quarters�and�satisfy�your�self�that�all�present�are�qualified�to�be�present�during�the�deliberations�of�this�Detachment/Department/National�Session.

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS:� Aye,�Aye,�Sir

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS:� The�quarters�are�secured�and�all�present�are�qualified�to�remain.� (If persons present are not qualified, the Sergeant-at-Arms will report accordingly. If conducting an open meeting, it would be assumed that visitors would be qualified to remain. If Prospective members are present they should be taken outside the meeting room until the point in the Order of Business where they will he called into the meeting to be initiated.)

COMMANDANT:�(Shall�give�two�raps�of�the�gavel�to�call�all�to�rise)� Sergeant-at-Arms,�advance�and�post�the�Colors�and�lead�us�in�the�Pledge�of�Allegiance.

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS:�Aye,�aye,�Sir

(Note: All Persons wearing league covers will execute a hand salute as Colors are advanced; those not cov-ered will execute the civilian salute of right hand over the heart)

COMMANDANT:� The�Chaplain�will�lead�us�in�prayer.

CHAPLAIN:� (As to your religious preference, Uncover) Supreme�Commandant,�we�ask�Thy�blessing�upon�all�here�assembled.�We�pray�for�guidance�in�our�deliberations,�and�that�we�may�here�exemplify�the�principles�and�purposes�of�our�beloved�Marine�Corps�League.�We�ask�Thy�protection�and�blessing�for�all�Marines�and�FMF�Corpsmen�who�have�died�in�the�service�of�their�Country,�and�for�all�our�members,�both�past�and�present.�Grant�that�the�Marine�Corps�League�may�grow�and�prosper�in�the�humane�purposes�and�principles�upon�which�it�is�founded.� Amen.

(Cover) (Commandant, by one rap of the gavel, seats the Detachment/Department)

COMMANDANT:� Sergeant-�at-�Arms,�declare�this�meeting�open�for�the�transaction�of�officialbusiness.

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS:� By�authority�of�the�Commandant�of�Detachment/Department�of�_____________________________,�Marine�Corps�League,�I�declare�this�meeting�open�for�the�transaction�of�official�business.

March� 11

ORDER OF BUSINESS

1.� Opening�Ceremony2.� Roll�Call�of�Officers3.� Applications�for�membership4.� �Balloting�on�applications�for�membership�to�be�approved�by�a�majority�vote�of�those�present�

and�qualified�to�vote.�Either�a�voice�vote�or�secret�ballot�may�be�used.5.� �Ceremony�of�Installation�(Full�or�abridged�form�depending�on�size�of�Detachment,�time,�and�

circumstances)6.� Minutes�of�previous�meeting7.� Correspondence8.� Report�of�Paymaster9.� Report�of�any�member�or�member’s�family�sick�or�in�distress10.� Report�of�Officers11.� Report�of�Standing�Committees12.� Report�of�Special�Committees13.� Unfinished�Business14.� New�Business15.� �Ceremony�of�Installation�of�Officers.� (At�the�proper�lime�of�year�according�to�the�National�

Bylaws)

NOTE:� Installation meetings may be open to the public, if desired. If so. it is recommended that allregular business be omitted by a motion and the meeting adjourned following the opening ceremony.16.� Good�of�the�League17.� Announcements18.� Closing�Ceremony

NOTE: TO RECESS A MEETING:� Chaplain will close the Bible. Sergeant-at-Arms will lead in a salute to the Colors and declare the meeting in recess.

TO REOPEN A MEETING:� Sergeant-at-Arms will lead in a salute to the Colors. Chaplain will reopen the Bible. Sergeant-at-Arms will declare the meeting reopened for the conduct of Official Business

March� 12

CLOSING CEREMONY

COMMANDANT: There�being�no�further�business,�we�will�proceed�to�close.�(Commandant gives two raps of the gavel for all to rise). The Detachment/Department will stand silent in respect for our deceased members. (Chaplain, without orders, reads the names of recently deceased members.)

COMMANDANT: Sergeant-at-Arms,�Retire�the�Colors.

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS:� Aye,�aye,�Sir.�(All present covered execute hand salute - others, civilian salute, as the Colors are retired)

COMMANDANT: �The�Chaplain�will�lead�us�in�prayer.

CHAPLAIN:� (As to your religious preference, Uncover)� Supreme�Commandant,�we�humbly�beseech�Thee�to�bless�what�good�we�have�accomplished�and�forgive�that�which�we�have�done�amiss.�As�we�separate�to�go�our�several�ways,�we�commit�ourselves�to�Thy�loving�care.� Amen.�(Cover)

COMMANDANT: �Senior�Vice�Commandant,�perform�the�last�duty�of�your�post.

SENIOR VICE COMMANDANT:� Marines�the�_________________________�Detachment/Department�thanks�you�for�your�attendance,�and�requests�you�to�secure�new�members,�and�further,�that�you�favor�us�at�every�future�meeting�with�your�presence�so�far�as�your�circumstances�will�permit.

COMMANDANT: Sergeant-at-Arms,�declare�this�meeting�of�the�______________________________�Detachment/Department,�Marine�Corps�League�officially�closed.

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS:� By�authority�of�the�Commandant�of�__________________________________�Detachment/Department,�Marine�Corps�League,�I�declare�this�meeting�officially�closed�until�(date�of�next�meeting)�when�it�will�be�reopened�for�the�transaction�of�official�business.

COMMANDANT: �(Gives one rap of the gavel)� Meeting�adjourned.

note: In case of any Officer being a female, the Officer should be addressed as MADAM ORMADAM COMMANDANT, as appropriate.

note: It shall be every members responsibility to assist the Sergeant-at-Arms in stowing allDetachment/Departments gear and supplies until the next schedule meeting.

ADDITIONAL RITUALS

Regular�Members�-�Initiation�Ceremony� Oath�of�Membership�-�Regular�Members

Associate�Members�-�Initiation�Ceremony� Oath�of�Membership�-�Associate�Members

Ritual�of�Installation� Oath�for�Installation�of�Officers

Order�for�Religious�Funeral�Service� Code�for�Funeral�Assistance

At�the�Cemetery� Memorial�Day�Service

Presentation�of�Charter�(Detachment/Department)� The�Marines’�Hymn�(All�Three�Versus)

Uniforms Standards — Professional Development Program1. Casual2. Undress3. Women’s Casual4. Formal Red Blazer5. Formal Mess – Blue Trousers. Red NCO Stripe6. Formal Mess – Tux Trousers

Uniform Nomenclature• Plain Black Socks• Highly Shined Smooth Toe Black Lace-up Oxford Shoes• Plain Black Tie (Field Scarf ) (long sleeve shirt only)• Marine Corps or Marine Corps League gold tie Bar• Black Standard or Pleated Trousers• Blue Trousers with NCO Stripe• Marine Corps Web Belt and Brass Buckle• Black Belt and Square Gold Buckle with the Marine Corps Emblem• Black Tuxedo Trousers• White T-shirt• White Shirt w/epaulets, 2 breast pockets w/button flaps, short sleeve• White Shirt, standard collar • Formal pleated shirt with a standard collar and no ruffles• Military Bow Tie – Black• Ribbons (DOD or MCL, Do Not Mix), Wing and Badges. Long or Short sleeve shirts.• Marine Corps black field scarf and Marine Corps or Marine Corps League• Gold Cuff Links and Gold Studs• Gold Tie Bar• Red Blazer• Red Mess Jacket• Black Nylons• Black Pumps• Women’s white blouse that is worn with the USMC Dress Blues• Black cross over (Marine Corps Style) tie• Plain Black “A” line skirt• Marine Corps League Cover

Notes: White Gloves (Members participating in Memorial Services and who are in MCL

Uniform may wear White Gloves, at the discretion of the Senior Officer in charge of the detail).

White Duty Belt (May be worn by a member while performing duty as Sgt-at-Arms or Color/Honor Guard, with the Undress Uniform, short sleeve shirts. The belt shall be the standard plain 3” white cotton or web belt with brass MC waist plate with Marine Corps Emblem (plain waist plate for Associates) no Marine Corps Emblem. Refer to enclosure #3 change @17-11 for details.

Standard Marine Corps League CoverThe Standard MCL cover is the minimum uniform item worn by members to be

considered “in uniform”. While wearing the Marine Corps League Cover, you are considered in uniform and underarms. In an opinion given by the then standing National Chaplain, Ort Fultz, “It is worn indoors and our at all times, even in church. The cover is removed only during prayer, as to your religious preference. During prayer, remove your cover and place it over your heart.”

• The Standard MCL Cover is the single most important part of the uniform, without which, no other part is authorized to be worn. The cover and all attachments are purchased through the Marine Corps League.

• All members of the league are authorized to wear the red MCL cover. Members elected or appointed to Department Offices are authorized to wear the red with gold crown cover. Members elected or appointed to National Staff or Committees are authorized to wear the gold cover. Past National Commandants are authorized to wear the gold with white crown cover. The National Commandant is authorized to wear the white cover.

Past Department Commandant, Past Detachment Commandant, Past Kennel Chief of the Military Order of Devil Dogs and Past National Director of Young Marines, with the years displayed for holding that office, are the only members who are authorized to wear their respective covers after their tour of duty is completed. All other personnel will revert back to what they were wearing before they wear elected or appointed to office, removing past office identification strips.

Male and Female Covers

No Pins on CoversPins, ornaments, or ribbons are not authorized for wear on the MCL cover.

Nothing goes on the Basic Cover, except the Marine Corps Emblem on the left side and approved identification strips or embroidering on the right side. The Marine Corps Emblem should be the solid gold emblem, not a Marine officer’s gold and silver emblem. Identification strips should be worn to indicate “current” offices only, except as authorized by the Uniform Code for “Past Commandants”.

“Past Commandants” may be embroidered as this is a lifetime title. It must be small enough, as to covered by a strip denoting any current office held.

If a strip is worn to denote current office, it will be worn above the detachment name and centered. The “LIFE” strip should be worn to the rear of the right side. The “LIFE MEMBER” strip should be worn the same as the identification strips worn. That is, centered on the right side of the cover.

No Pins on CoversThe “LIFE” and “LIFE MEMBER” strips are two different strips.Tradition is that “LIFE MEMBER” strip would be worn above other strips, such as a

current officer strip.Although it is not spelled out in the Uniform Code. the detachment name should be

embroidered on the right side, ½” to ¾” up from the bottom of the cover, centered leftto right and abbreviated, if need be. Contact your Detachment about having the detachment’s name embroidered on your cover.

Casual UniformRed Blazer• The red blazer is available from the Semper Fi store at Marine Corps League

Headquarters or the Marine Shop in Quantico, VA. See your Detachment Paymaster about ordering this item. All attached items are ordered through the Marine Corps League, see your Detachment Paymaster on how to order these items. The buttons the blazer comes with must be removed and in their place Marine Corps League buttons sewn. There will be two buttons for the front and three on each sleeve.

MCL Crest• The metallic embroidered Marine Corps League Crest is worn on the left breast

pocket, about ¼” below the lower half of the pocket cuff centered on the pocket. The commercially sold pocket crest, with the MC Emblem, Marine Corps League Seal

permanently set onto the plastic sleeve, or the embroidered MC League crest that is permanently embroidered on the pocket itself, may also be worn as optional wear. No Blazer Crest / Bullion Seal will be worn by Associates members, unless one is designed and approved by a National Convention.

Red Blazer or Evening Dress JacketLapel PinsThe MCL Member, MCL Life Member, 5 Year, 10 Yea, etc., pins are worn in the left lapel

button hole. Other pins are also authorized, but never more than two (2) at a time, on the left lapel.

The Past National Commandant pin may be worn inboard with the National Marine of the Year outboard.

National Marine of the Year pin may be worn inboard, with a Past Department or Detachment Commandant, or other Member pin outboard.

Kennel Devil Dog of the Year Pin may be worn outboard of the National Marine of the Year Pin. The Chapel of Four Chaplains, MCL Membership, or retired Marine lapel pins, may also be worn. (Although there are several types of MCL membership pins, i.e. Past Commandant, Life Membership, Five Year, Ten Year membership, etc., only one MCL Membership pin should be worn.) Ordained Ministers or Chaplains may wear a symbol of their religion, of the size approved by DOD. The medal and ribbon presented by the Chapel of Four Chaplains may be worn around the neck with this uniform. It should be worn over top of the neck tie.

Name TagsThe name tag is not to be worn with this uniform. Sunburst insignias are never to be

worn with the red blazer. Miniature medals, ribbons, and badges are not to be worn on the red blazer, except when the blazer is worn as an optional jacket of the Formal Uniform, and then miniature medals may be worn or a maximum of three large Medals. The Formal Uniform will be discussed below.

Casual UniformThe White ShirtThis outlines the shirt to be worn with the “Casual”, or red blazer uniform. The shirt can

be either long sleeve or short sleeve, but must be plain whit in color. This shirt can bepurchased at any clothing store. The shirt should have a plain collar. It will not be the“aviator” style shirt worn with the undress Uniform.

Sunburst insignias are not worn with the “Casual” uniform. Ribbons and Badges are not to be worn with the “Casual” uniform.

• No devices, pins, badges or patches of any kind are to be worn with the “Casual” uniform. Just the shirt, field scarf, and prescribed tie bar. NOTHING MORE!

*Note: The Maine of the Year Neck Ribbon with medallion may be worn.

The Black TrousersBlack trousers with a black belt and square gold buckle with the Marine Corps Emblem

are to be worn with the Casual Uniform. The belt can either be the wide leather belt or the narrow dress belt. The wide leather belt is worn with the large square buckle with the Marine Corps Emblem on it. Both are available through The Semper Fi Store at National. The narrow dress belt with the smaller buckle, also having the Marine Corps Emblem, satisfies the black dress belt option.

• See you Detachment Paymaster about how to order these items. The trousers are purchased at any clothing store. The bottom of the cuff, should just reach the top of the heel sole of the shoes.

• Dress blue trousers with red strip are not authorized with the casual uniform.• Sans a belt trousers with red stripe are not authorized with the Casual Uniform.

The Black Field Scarf and Clack ShoesThe field scarf should be a plain flat black tie with a Marine Corps League or Marine

Corps gold tie bar. The field scarf is available at any clothing, store, but the tie bar is purchased through the Marine Corps League or you may wear the Marine Corps issued gold tie bar. No other tie bar is authorized. No tie tacks, no field scarf colors other than black, and no embroidered or other designs on the field scarf are authorized. Just a simple, plain, black, field scarf. A clip on field scarf may be worn, or it using a regular field scarf, a four in hand knot is recommended.

ShoesThe shoes should be black leather oxfords, either Corfam© type, or highly shined. The

uppers on the toes should be flat leather, with no seams. Rubber or leather soles may be worn. Black socks, shall ne worn.

No taps are authorized.

Undress UniformThe Long Sleeve and Short Sleeve Undress Uniforms will be discussed here.There’s more to the Undress Uniform than just taking off your red blazer. The Dress Blue

trousers with red NCO strip may be worn with the Undress Uniform, along with theMarine Corps Khaki web belt and brass buckle. It should be pointed out that the Dress Blue trousers have the red NCO strip, not the wider Officers strip.

The Black Trousers may be worn as an option with the Undress Uniform, having the same belt and buckle options as with the Casual Uniform.

The same shoes and socks are worn with the Undress Uniform, as with the Casual Uniform.

Sunburst insignia (anchor facing inboard) and ribbons are worn the same as the long sleeve shirt.

The optional name tag is worn the same way as with the long sleeve shirt.

SleeveThe Long Sleeve Undress Uniform shirt will be an aviator style shirt with two (2)

button down breast pockets and shoulder epaulets. It will have a military crease running top to bottom, centered on each pocket and three creases on the back. The Marine Corps League Shoulder Patch is worn on the left shoulder, centered on the crease, 1-½” down from the shoulder seam. The Field Forward American Flag or Devil Dog patch will be worn on the right shoulder, centered on the crease, 1-½” down from the shoulder seam.

The Short Sleeve Undress Uniform is the same as the long sleeve Except in length. It has the same pockets, shoulder epaulets, creases and patches. The top most button is left open and a tie is never worn with the short sleeve Undress Uniform shirt. The dress blue trousers with red NCO strip are to be worn with this uniform, the black trousers are anoption. The same belts and belt options are worn with the short sleeve Undress Uniform as with the long sleeve Undress Uniform.

Sunburst InsigniasThe Sunburst Insignias are worn on each collar, centered, ½” from both edges, with the

eagles wings parallel to the deck. The anchors shall face forward.The name tag may be worn above the right breast pocket, centered and 1/8” above the

top flap. Either Marine Corps League ribbons and Department of Defence ribbons can not be mixed. Ribbons are to be worn in rows not exceeding four (4) ribbons per row. If the top row has fewer ribbons than the lower rows, they are to be centered on the lower rows.

Black Field ScarfThe black field scarf with either the Marine Corps or Marine Corps League gold tie bar

(no open collar with the long sleeve shirt).

The Formal UniformThe Formal Uniform will consist of the Basic Cover, as with all other uniforms. The shirt

will be a formal pleated shirt wit a standard collar and no ruffles. The tie will be a black, military bow tie.

The shirt will have gold cuff links and gold studs.The Chapel of Four Chaplains medal may be worn with this uniform as an option and

the Marine Corps League Red Blazer Crest or Bullion is optional when miniature medals are worn.

The red mess jacket is worn with this uniform, but the red blazer may be worn as an option, due to the high cost of the red mess jacket, which is ordered through an outside clothier. If the red mess jacket is worn, it will be a medium weight gabardine material with Marine Corps League buttons, a gold waist chain and the Sunburst Insignias in locating holes in the jacket collar. The buttons are sewn on, three to a sleeve and three on either side of the waist as illustrated.

• A gold cummerbund or gold vest front can be worn with either jacket. They are both sold through National.

• Blue trousers with NCO stripe or Black Tuxedo trousers are worn with the Evening Dress jacket, but black trousers are an accepted option. The belt and buckle can be either of the belts worn with the Casual Uniform

• When wearing the Red Evening Dress jacket, large medals may not be worn. When wearing the red blazer, miniature medals are authorized as described below, or up to three large medals may be worn.

• Shoes and socks are the same as the Casual Uniform.

Women’s CoverThe Standard Cover is to be worn with the Marine Corps Emblem on the left side.

Officer strips, LIFE and LIFE MEMBER strips and the detachment name embroidery is the same as the men’s Standard Cover.

Enclosure 3 doesn’t state that the cover be a woman’s cover, so it is assumed that either the Standard Women’s Cover or the Standard Men’s Cover may be worn. All these items are available through the Marine Corps League.

Women’s ShirtsThe long sleeve or shirt sleeve white shirt with shoulder epaulets, military creases and

two (2) button down breast pockets similar to the men’s shirt, is worn.An option is the women’s white blouse that is worn with the USMC Dress Blues. Either

Marine Corps League ribbons or Department of Defence ribbons and badges may be worn, but not mixed.

With the long sleeve version of this uniform, either the black cross over (Marine Corps Style) tie - OR - black field scarf with Marine Corps or Marine Corps League gold tie bar will be worn.

A plain black “A” line skirt or black slacks are worn the same as with the Casual Uniform. When the trousers are worn, the same belts that are authorized with the Casual Uniform may be worn.

Women’s Undress UniformDress blue trousers with red NCO strip may be worn, with Marine Corps web belt and

plain brass buckle with Marine Corps Emblem, plain buckle for Associate members (no Marine Corps Emblem), when in Color/Honor Guard.

Black nylon hosiery and a black, plain toe, closed pump are worn with this uniform.When wearing trousers, plain toe, black oxfords are worn.

EarringsEarrings may be worn with the Undress, Casual and Formal Uniforms. They must either

be small, round, white pearl (or pearl like), or gold earrings, not to exceed 9 mm in size. When worn, earrings will fit tight against the lobe of the ear and will nor extend below the earlobe.

Women’s Casual UniformThe Women’s Casual Uniform will consist of the red blazer. with the buttons arranged as

is on the men’s Casual Uniform OR the Women’s red blazer which is fitted differently and the front buttons are on the opposite side, from the men’s red blazer.

Both are available through the Semper Fi store or the Marine Shop.The Associate Member is not to wear the Marine Corps Emblem. This emblem is highly

honored by all Marines and only those who earn it, may wear it.

Associate Members UniformThe regulations for Associate Member Uniforms are the same as regular members,

except as follows - the Marine Corps Emblem on the basic cover is replaced with a Sunburst Insignia with forward facing Anchor.

Crest, Sunburst, American Flag and Marine Corps League Patch for Associate Members

On the Casual Uniform, the Crest or Bullion Seal is not worn.• The Sunburst Insignias on the Undress Uniform is replaced with ½” x ½” gold Marine

Corps League Insignias.• The field forward American Flag patch is worn on the right shoulder and the Marine

Corps League Patch with an Associate Rocker attached at the bottom will be worn on the left sleeve.

• They are to be worn in the same way as prescribed on the Regular Members Undress Uniforms. Dress blue trousers may be worn, but without the red NCO strip.

Mounting of MedalsWhen more than one medal is worn, they shall be suspended from a holding bar of

metal or other material or sufficient stiffness to support the weight of the medals.When eleven (11) medals or more are worn, there will be five (5) medals on the first row,

and six (6) medals on the second row (medallions cannot be even top to bottom).One to ten medals can be mounted on one (1) row.In the case of Marine Corps League issued medals only, in lieu of overlapping

mini-medal mounting, the commercially available mini-medal mounting bards, which display the mini-medals in rows of four (or rows of five, when five, ten, fifteen or twenty are worn), partial additional rows of one, two or three mini-medals, without overlapping, may be worn.

Description of Medals, Ribbons, Awards, Pins and Who May Authorize

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