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

 

            OCTOBER 25, 2001 - - American Legion Pony Express Post 359 announced a number of projects designed to assist members of the National Guard and Reserve who are called to active duty.

            The American Legion activated its Family Support Network to assist the families of servicemembers left behind by deployments. “We will give any assistance within our power to support those who go in harm’s way to protect our country,” said Post Commander Bill Richards.

            With the outpouring of patriotism and support following the attack on America on Sept. 11, Post 359 is ready to answer flag etiquette questions and provide information and materials on how to properly display the U.S. Flag.

            “We are encouraging all citizens in Saint Joseph and Buchanan County to fly the U.S. Flag for the duration of the war,” said Americanism Chairman Jerome Goolsby.

            The Legion is also asking all levels of government, businesses, plants and factories in the area to join them in offering salary continuation to offset military pay for any employees who may be called to active duty in response to the Attack on America.

            “We must not let our Guardsmen and Reservists lose one cent of their regular salary when activated,” said Commander Richards. “It’s the least we as a nation can do for those going in harm’s way on our behalf.”

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                On the Net: American Legion site: http://www.legion.org

 American Legion Post 359 site: http://www.oocities.org/ponypost

 

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