American Legion Post 281 Notches 56th Anniversary Dinner
The American Legion Post No 281 held a covered dish supper at the Legion hut on Dallas Highway celebrating its 56th anniversary as part of the nationwide observance of the 36th anniversary. Commander Clarence Lee presided. District Commander E L Elliott of Tyler spoke on consumerism and urged promoting the Legion as a service organization. Awards honored long service, with John T Moore 35 years and R S Daniel, Thomas G Erwin, Dr Bain Leake, Virgil T Wallace earning 30 year honors. Members recognized for 25, 20, 15, 10, and 5 year milestones, plus meritorious service for secretary-treasurer duties and hut upkeep. The event highlighted the post as a public-meeting facility and concluded with a district convention note and a country-western musical program.
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E L Elliott
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R.S. Daniel
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Bruce L. DuBose
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