Arkansas City Man Named Chairman of State Americanization Committee
John R. Floyd of Arkansas City is chosen as chairman of Kansas state Americanization Committee by Kansas American Legion members. Floyd, an insurance man and third vice president of the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce, served as a first lieutenant at Fort Sheridan and held roles at Camp Grant, Jefferson Barracks, Camp Dodge with the 86th Division. He later became district manager for a prominent insurance company and ranked 41st in the nation for new applications in a single year. He held multiple offices with Arkansas City post and served on the state Legion executive committee.
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Camp Dodge
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Uniform Wear Debate In American Legion Comment
A letter from a Legion member argues for a standard rule on wearing uniforms at ceremonies. He notes many veterans prefer civvies for formal events to avoid embarrassment and urges clear guidance to avoid faction or insignia barriers. He stresses harmony and suggests either all civvies or all uniforms.
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Fred W. Dralle Led Stampede as General Manager
Casper Wyoming native Fred W. Dralle, longtime American Legion leader, gained national notice as general manager of the Stampede show costing 20000 dollars to stage and adding 3000 dollars to the post treasury. He previously taught in Montana schools, served Musselshell county as clerk and recorder, and held an officer position at Casper’s Standard Refinery. He enlisted in World War I after turning 36, training at Camp Hancock Georgia.
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Casper
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Butte
Amfont
Roundup
Mont
Musselshell County
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