American Legion Pony Express Post 359

4826 Frederick Boulevard

St. Joseph, Missouri 64506 - 3244

 

 

                                              IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

                                              For More Information Call:

                                              J.L. Goolsby

                                              (816) 232 - 2335

 

            APRIL 18, 2001 - - The American Legion National Headquarters recognized eight members of Pony Express Post 359 for 50 consecutive years of service to the Legion.

            Special certificates commemorating dedicated service to the Legion and its ideals were sent from American Legion National Commander Ray G. Smith. Post Commander Bill Richards presented the certificates to Lloyd Hutson, Richard A. Rochambeau and Charles E. Tuck at a special ceremony on April 18. Paul Schultz, Estel E. Miller, Eugene J. Doolan, Joseph Rizzo and Paul Wray were unable to attend and will have their recognition certificates delivered to them by the post.

            “These men have served our country and community well for over 50 years, and we are honored to have such men as members of our Post,” Commander Richards said.

 

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