Outpost 2-John S. Cole/Tampa, FL
Contacts: Kathleen M. Daddato   katysweddingquilts@gmail.com
                 Robert Gibson               RobandGib@comcst.net

Our fall reunion occurred on November 19th. Congratulations to Dorothy McDaniel for winning the Society raffle drawing at the National Reunion in New Orleans in September, and congratulations to Alex and Phyllis Alrikas for winning prizes in the Scholarship Foundation raffle drawing also held at the Reunion. The ladies from Outpost 2 appreciated the talk given by Lynn Ball at the Ladies’ Brunch about how the controls on child labor in Eighteenth Century England affected the textile industry and led to laws today and how writings of that day influenced the outcome.
Jack Silberman travelled on an Honor Flight to Washington DC on September 4.
Only nine Outpost #2 tee shirts remain on hand at this writing. Order quickly if you would like to have one.
At last count, Outpost 2 had 161 members: 129 full-time Florida residents from 88 different cities, 21 full-time residents
of 17 other states, 10 members who are snowbirds with two addresses, and one member lives in Spain.
Submitted by Robert Gibson, Secretary 

Fort George Wright Outpost, Spokane, Washington, met at the Golden Corral on October 12, 2011. Outpost President Lyle Kerns opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. All reports were accepted as presented. Robert Valen, outpost historian, explained his plans for scheduled interviews with 3rd Division Vets.

Outpost #4 members at Memorial Day Dedication of 3rd I.D. Monument at State Veterans Cemetery, Medical Lake, Washington.
A few photos taken at the Memorial Dedication were viewed and one was selected for publication in the Watch. Dale suggested that everyone who has a 2009 Roster check his/her information and send corrections to Rich Heller soon, for placement in the 2012 Roster which goes to press in December. The next meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2012, at the Golden Corral, 7117 N. Division, Spokane, Washington. Having completed our business, the meeting was closed in regular form.
Submitted by Dale McGraw, Secretary

Outpost 5-George G. Frost/NY and Northeast
Contacts:   Bart Viruso      viruso8@verizon.net
                   Alfred Julia      almer@optonline.net

OP5 MEETING ON DEC 3RD

16 PEOPLE ATTENDED THE OUTPOST 5 MEETING AT THE MARRIOTT COURTYARD IN MONTVALE, NEW JERSEY.  EVERYTHING WENT VERY WELL.  IT WAS VOTED ON THAT IN 2012 WE WILL HAVE 3 MEETINGS, 1 IN MAY WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF A BOAT RIDE AND LUNCH, 1 THE LAST SUNDAY IN JULY, A BARBEQUE AT WEST POINT, 1 THE FIRST SATURDAY IN DECEMBER A MEETING AND LUNCHEON AT THE 76 HOUSE. TRY TO KEEP THESE DATES AVAILABLE.  FURTHER INFORMATION WILL FOLLOW IN THE WATCH AS WE GET CLOSER.  LOOKING FOR A BIG TURNOUT THIS TIME. BART VIRUSO PRESIDENT OP5

Outpost 7-Washington D.C.
Contact:  Dave Adams        7thcavhost@gmail.com
             Pat Williamson    army3rdiv.tanker@gmail.com

Pat Williamson has assumed the position of OP #7 Secretary- Treasurer, and he stood in for President Dave Adams on Veteran’s Day at the Outpost’s wreath laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery. Pat resigned from his former position as Outpost #5 Secretary-Treasurer to assume his new duties.[As we understand Pat’s situation, he is maintaining his duties in Outpost #5 until January 2012, but he is helping with Outpost #7’s needs as well.]

The spring meeting of Outpost #12 will be held on April, 28- 29, 2012, at the Country Inn & Suites in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Because of the continued decline in attendance by Outpost members, we decided at the last meeting that the Outpost would absorb the cost of the dinners at the spring meeting. Our hope is
that some of our inactive members will attend and thus become active members.
The February 2012 issue of the Watch will contain all the stipulations with which you must comply in order for you and your guest (2 people total) to have your dinner paid for by the outpost.
The banquet is catered into the motel, and the number of meals have to be guaranteed ahead of time. If you have any questions my home address, phone number, and e-mail address are listed
on the last page of every Watch in the Outpost Register.
—Submitted by Jerry Manley, Secretary-Treasurer 

Outpost #13 member Bob Ziebart, recently received the Knight of the Legion of Honor medal for his service in France during WWII. The ceremony was conducted by Graham Paul, Consul General of France in Chicago. Ziebart entered the service, in June 1943, and served as an infantry replacement on Anzio Beach in early 1944. At that time, Ziebart was assigned to a listening post and given a sniper’s rifle. He captured his first German prisoner on his third morning on the beach. Following his participation in the breakout at Anzio, he was a radioman on the route to Rome. After promotion to Tech Sergeant, he led his platoon on the invasion of Southern France. In addition to this highest award presented by the French government, Ziebart was awarded the Purple Heart Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters and other decorations including the Combat Infantry Badge.

Outpost #13 will place a wreath next to our Stone Memorial at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan, for Memorial Day. There is to be a Memorial Day Ceremony held at the cemetery assembly area, at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, May 29th. While metal chairs are furnished, many people like to bring their own chairs, umbrella, and water. Last year, it was very sunny and hot. During the ceremony there is a flyover and a guest speaker, followed by Echo Taps. Those wishing to view our wreath laying should come early because our stone monument is located a good distance from the ceremony.

Our next meeting is at 12:00 Noon on May 14, 2011, at Baker’s of Milford.
—Information supplied by Amy McKenna, Secretary/Treasure

Submitted by Amy McKenna

Front Row, L-R: Jerry Daddato, Bob Larsen, and Ed Koleske;
Back Row, LR: Dan Kellett, Bob Meganck, Bill Vanark, Mike Bopray, Marvin Kostka, and Roland Elenich.
 

Southern California Albert Miceli Outpost 22 Report

Outpost 22 members and guests gathered at the home of Jack and Anita Sneddon in Woodland Hills, California October 2, 2010 on a warm afternoon for a meeting and outstanding gourmet food prepared and served by Anita Sneddon in their patio dining area. The friendship, camaraderie and communication among all attendees were most enjoyable.

Western Region Committeeman and Outpost Vice President, Bruce Monkman, was presented the Audie Murphy Achievement Award plaque which the Society announced at the September national reunion in Washington DC for his gallant World War Two Service, and his many years of Society service as outpost and national officers and his contribution as the Society quartermaster.

We received this note from Outpost #22 Member Bruce Monkman:
At the recent reunion, I was awarded the Audie Murphy award for what, I guess, I do in the Society. I was not able to attend the reunion
due to health problems, but at our Outpost 22 meeting recently, it was given to me with great surprise. Pictures were taken, hands were shook. I wish to thank the Society very much for giving me this award, much appreciated; however, I thought I was just doing my duty in being a member of the society. Was able to go to our outpost meeting as it was only about six miles from my home. Thanks, Thanks.
—Bruce Monkman

During the meeting the minutes of the prior meeting and a financial statement covering that period were distributed and approved by the members. Bruce Monkman and Ron Greenwood led a discussion about the possibility of Outpost22 hosting a National and or a Western Region. Several of the attendees were given Society decals for display on their vehicles.

The next outpost gathering may be hosted by Outpost President Andrew Scullion in Hemet, California during the month of January during which members, their families and friends gather for a time of relaxation and an abundance of food. All society members are welcome to join us.

Thursday evening we will have our group dinner at “The Siding Restaurant.” This restaurant is unique in that two railroad dining cars are incorporated in its design. Friday morning, after breakfast, we will have a short meeting to decide on next year’s meeting location. Please plan to attend and support your outpost.
—Submitted by William H. Harris, President

Outpost #35 held its fall meeting in Fredericksburg, Texas, at Andy’s Steak and Seafood Grill on November 12, 2011. The
highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the Society’s “Outstanding Associate Member Award” to Lula Coble. A much larger version of the banner shown here was designed and produced by Justin Valle and prominently displayed in the meeting room to greet Lula and her guests. Since Lula’s eyesight is failing, we have switched to verbal and textual communications. We also gave Lula a soft plush animal (for her November birthday) to remind her of how much she is loved and respected. Thanksfor the banner, Justin. A full report will appear in the February Watch.

At the reunion in New Orleans, the following Outpost members were in attendance: Joe and Lynn Ball, Ernie and Bridie Buckholz, Camile Chaisson, and Jack Wold. On the tour of the
New Orleans Cemetery, we captured a photo of Joe Ball and Society Chaplain Jerry Daddato practicing spiritual reverence. It appears in this issue of “From the Editor.”
—Submitted by Lynn Ball, Secretary-Treasurer

Golden Gate Outpost #54 held its Veterans Day meeting on November 12 at the Brass Door Restaurant. A full report on the meeting will be in the February Watch.
—Submitted by John Shirley, President
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Harold T. Deane receives French Legion of Honor.

Outpost #57 Member Harold T. Dean recently received the Legion of Honor presented on behalf of the French government. During WWII, Harold served in the 10th Combat Engineers. He participated in four invasions in North Africa and Europe. His service included action at Anzio and at the Battle of the Bulge. During this service, he was awarded two Purple Hearts. Harold and his proud family traveled to Columbus, Ohio, where Harold accepted his much deserved honor.
—Submitted by Don Wingerberg

Marne Association/Ft. Stewart
Contact:  Cecil Greenwell                   cecilgreenwell@hotmail.com
                Carl T. Smith                       Carl.T.Smith@us.army.mil
                Ray Egan                             ray.egan@us.army.mil