The Graybeards - Korean War Veterans Association
The Graybeards - Korean War Veterans Association
The Graybeards - Korean War Veterans Association
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Chapter Affairs<br />
Greater Cleveland Chapter of Ohio<br />
may consider taking their programs into these additional situations.<br />
(Thanks Dwight Henderson for keeping us informed of your<br />
great program.)<br />
Lopes/Ferris Chapter of Massachusetts<br />
Holding KWVA Banner, from left to right, are Mrs. Kathryn Becks and Mrs. Patty<br />
O’Hara. Standing in front of his color guard is, President Joseph F. Shearer.<br />
<strong>The</strong> color guard from (l) to (r) Arthur Becks, Bill Stacey, Bob Lahman,Charles<br />
Keller, Frank Alexsandrowicz, Rev Irvin Sharp, Sgt At Arms. Robert O’Hara,<br />
Frank Zoretich, Joe Farris and Vice President Paul Romonovich. Not in the picture<br />
but also at the parade were, Mrs. Patty Romonovich, Mrs. Helen Keller,<br />
Mrs. Fran Lahman and Mrs. Barbara Farris<br />
<strong>The</strong> KWVA Greater Cleveland Chapter was well represented<br />
in the 1999 Corn Fest Parade. <strong>The</strong> 50th Anniversary Flag was<br />
presented in this parade and 500 pins were passed out along the<br />
parade route. Some people were pretty upset that we ran out of<br />
pins. We made a lot of people aware of the <strong>Korean</strong> <strong>War</strong> and most<br />
were surprised to know that 50 years has gone by. A lot of young<br />
people never even knew about the <strong>Korean</strong> <strong>War</strong>. Where have we<br />
been?<br />
(Thank you for photo and letter about an event held in Ohio.<br />
Those shown and named above told America.)<br />
Missouri Chapter #1<br />
Our Tell America Program is still very active. Our chapter has<br />
made presentations to 8,860 student since the beginning of Tell<br />
America in 1995. Middle School teachers who work with<br />
advanced students, usually 7th or 8th graders have recently<br />
approached us. <strong>The</strong> last school attended was probably the most<br />
attentive we have ever visited. <strong>The</strong>y were 7th grade students and<br />
very interested in our story.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re is also a program in St. Louis County called SCOPE<br />
which is an alternative school providing educational opportunities<br />
for students that have been suspended from school for various<br />
reasons. Instead of roaming the streets or being home without<br />
supervision, these students attend classes without being in<br />
the normal environment at school. <strong>The</strong>refore they miss sports<br />
and social activities, but are still getting their education. This<br />
program has helped many troubled students turn themselves<br />
around.<br />
Until recently, we were approaching only high school junior<br />
and seniors. We have found these other groups are receptive to<br />
our program. Possibly other chapters throughout the country<br />
Attending the SAnnual Scholarship Supper, from .left to right, National Director<br />
Rusty Tramonte; Jack Dowd, President of the Massachusetts Memorial Chapter,<br />
Boston; President Hank Carver, Lopes/Ferris Chapter and John E. Woelfel, 1st<br />
Vice President, Mass Memorial, Boston.<br />
<strong>The</strong> Lopes/Ferris Chapter KWVA, Marshfield, MA, held its<br />
Annual Scholarship Benefit Turkey and Ham Supper recently,<br />
which was a tremendous success. We will be able to give another<br />
scholarship to a worthy student again this year.<br />
(Thank you Hank for photo. A great event given by special people<br />
who care.)<br />
KWVA Chapter #142 of Maryland<br />
Members shown left to right are: Robert Miles, Robert Cannon, Charles<br />
Kopelman, Robert Candill, James Patterson, Charles Wisner, Creed Parker and<br />
past national officer James Martin. Our chapter is now over 2 years old with<br />
over 145 members.<br />
(Thank you Charles for photo and update. Super progress.)<br />
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