Mail Call April 2015 Vol. 04 Editor Joe Hughes

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4 Wednesday of the Month VFW Post 7397 9550 Pflumm in Lenexa, KS 66215 http://www.mclopks.org http://www.mcleague.com Facebook Marine Corps League of Overland Park KS

Detachment Officers: Commandant:

Jim Denton [email protected] (816) 223-9600

Senior Vice Commandant: John Byrnes [email protected]

Junior Vice Commandant: Steve Thomas [email protected]

Judge Advocate: Rick Hinrichs [email protected]

Adjutant / Paymaster: Bill Clinton [email protected]

Chaplain: Joe Hughes [email protected]

SGT. at Arms:

Ken Fain [email protected]

The Marine Corps League is the only congressionally chartered United States Marine Corps-related veterans organization in the United States. Its Congressional Charter was approved by the75th U.S. Congress and signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on August 4, 1937. The organization credits its founding — in 1923 — to legendary Marine Corps Commandant John A. Lejeune. The group holds a congressional charter under Title 36 of the United States Code. Marine Corps League Mission Statement: Members of the Marine Corps League join together in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving the traditions and promoting the interests of the United States Marine Corps, banding together those who are now serving in the United States Marine Corps and those who have been honorably discharged from that service that they may effectively promote the ideals of American freedom and democracy, voluntarily aiding and rendering assistance to all Marines and former Marines and to their widows and orphans; and to perpetuate the history of the United States Marine Corps and by fitting acts to observe the anniversaries of historical occasions of particular interest to Marines.

Detachment Commandant’s Message Greetings, Fellow Marines, Just a reminder – April 1 starts short sleeves and no ties for the summer. We are still accepting nominations for officers. Elections will take place at this next general meeting.

The next Rawhide Event is May 9th and 10th. We will need help, so please plan to attend, whether it’s 1 hour or 4. Every little bit helps for our biggest fundraiser. It has been a true privilege to lead as Commandant for the last two years. Thanks for all each of you do,

There will be a yard sale at the VFW on April 25th from 0900 – 1500. The League has purchased two spaces, but you must be prepared to man your inventory. The space fee goes to the VFW Building Fund, but you may keep all your proceeds. If you wish to purchase your own space, the cost is $25. Call the VFW at 492-2244. Good luck with your sales!

Semper Fi! Jim Denton, Commandant

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Detachment Calendar

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22 Apr

MCL Meeting – 07:00PM VFW

ELECTIONS 2015 – 2016 OFFICERS

27 - 30 Apr

MCL 2017 National Convention Committee Site Visit

25 May

VFW Yard Sale 09:00AM – 03:00PM

9 - 10 May

Open House - Rawhide Fundraiser Event – Need Help

13 May

MCL Officers Meeting - 07:00PM VFW

27 May

MCL Officers Meeting - 07:00PM VFW Installation Dinner of New Officers $15 / person – Wife’s welcome

4-5 Jul

Independence Day - Rawhide Fundraiser Event

1-2 Aug

Sturgis - Rawhide Fundraiser Event

RAWHIDE EVENTS: Contact: John Byrnes (913) 268-9363 or Bill Clinton (913) 484-3078 to volunteer for a few hours, or as many as you can.

MCL: P.O. Box address for the Detachment: P.O. Box 14362, Lenexa, Ks. 66285 Web Address: http://www.mclopks.org

Facebook: Marine Corps League of Overland Park KS

Meeting UNIFORM 

Standard Cover

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1st April to 30th September-short sleeve white shirt, dress blue trousers

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1st October to 31st March- Long sleeve white shirt with black tie and MC tie bar, dress blue trousers

Standing Committees – Volunteers Needed Calling: Marines in Need: Ceremonial: Mail Call Editor: Community Affairs: Donations: Facilities: Fallen Marines: Family Activities

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Rick Hinrichs Bill Clinton Ken Fain Joe Hughes Bill Clinton Bill Clinton Jim Denton Marcia Sands Joe Hughes

Fundraising: Historian: Media Relations: Supply: Toy’s for Tot’s Veteran’s Affairs (VA): Young Marines: Youth:

Lee Nelson Joe Hughes Joe Hughes Steve Thomas Bill Clinton Gonzalo Reyes Jim Welchert / Steve Thomas Liaison Mike Swearingen

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MARINE CORPS LEAGUE - UNIFORM CODE

PLEASE REVIEW

ADOPTED NATIONAL CONVENTION BOSTON 1986 - EFFECTIVE 1/1/87 Revised National Convention Cherry Hill – 8/94 – Effective 9/1/94 Revised and Re-Formatted Convention Cleveland – 8/05 – Effective 8/12/05

Preface The guidance of this Uniform Code is presented as a standard to establish uniformity and define appropriate wear of the Marine Corps League Uniforms. The word “uniform” itself is defined as “(1) Always the same, as in character or degree; unvarying (2) Conforming to one principle, standard, or rule; consistent”. Because many features about these uniforms clearly resemble United States Marine Corps uniforms, it is very likely that an unmindful public may see that we are the Marines; and when today’s Marines see us wearing uniforms that are a likeness to their own, they will be seeing us as one of their own. Our appearance reflects upon the Marine Corps and Marines everywhere, and we should ever be aware of that responsibility. Uniforms prescribed in this Uniform Code are considered appropriate to preserve the respect and dignity of the Marine Corps League and the United States Marine Corps I. MEDALS AND RIBBONS (CH 13 -07) A. Marine Corps League and Department of Defense medals and/or ribbons should NEVER be mixed on any uniform. The wearer has only the choice of wearing authorized medals and/or ribbons of either, but never both together and mixed. B. One, two or three Large (Standard) Marine Corps League medals or Department of Defense medals may be worn centered over the left breast pocket of the Marine Corps League Red Blazer Uniform. Medals mustbe mounted on a single ribbon bar. C. Miniature Marine Corps League medals - OR - miniature Department of Defense medals, wings, and badges may be worn ONLY with the FORMAL DRESS Uniform, either on the Evening Dress Jacket, or on the MCL red blazer when worn as the optional jacket for the FORMAL DRESS UNIFORM . IV SHOULDER PATCHES (CH 16 -10) Shoulder patches are worn on the UNDRESS Uniform ONLY. A. The Marine Corps League shoulder patch will be worn on the left sleeve, centered on the sleeve and 1 - 1/2” below the shoulder seam. B. The United States flag patch (2"x 3 1/2") will be worn on the right sleeve, centered on the sleeve and 1 -1/2” below the shoulder seam. The United States flag patch will have a white border, and will have the Field of Blue to the right (to the wearer’s front). C. If a member of the Military Order of Devil Dogs, the MODD patch may be worn in place of the United States flag patch, centered on the sleeve and one 1-1/2” below the shoulder seam. D. No Service or Unit patches are to be worn on the Marine Corps League Uniform.

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V. MARINE CORPS LEAGUE COVERS A. (CH 17 – 11 CH 20 – 14) The basic uniform of the Marine Corps League is the unique cover that identifies the members of the Marine Corps League. Because all other parts of the uniform that are designated in this Enclosure are optional, the cover remains as the only consistent identifier for Marine Corps League members, which is why the cover is worn indoors at appropriate Marine Corps League functions. When a Marine Corps League member is wearing the appropriate cover, as listed below, they are considered to be in uniform. B. (CH 14 – 08 CH 15 – 09) All members of the Marine Corps League are authorized the Red cover. Members elected to National office, or appointed to National Staff/Committees are authorized to wear Gold covers. The National Commandant will wear a White cover. Members elected to, or appointed on the Department (State) level are authorized to wear Red with Gold crown covers. C. (CH 15-09 CH 18 -12) The Past National Vice Commandants of Divisions, Past National Executive Directors, and Past National Directors of Young Marines are authorized to wear a Gold Cover with Gold crown. Past Department Commandants, and Past Pack Leaders are authorized to wear a Red Cover with Gold Crown. Past Detachment Commandant and Past Pound Keepers are authorized to wear a Red Cover with Red Crown. All Past Officers listed above will identify their past office with a title strip or embroidery and will display the years that they held that office. With the exception of Past National Commandants and Past Chief Devil Dogs, they all will also display the organization where they held that office (i.e. Southeast Division, Department of Ohio, Chattanooga Detachment, etc.) Only the Officers listed in this paragraph are authorized to retain the Cover for their previous office after they leave that office. All other Members will revert back to the appropriate cover for the elected or appointed office currently held, if any, removing the officer identification for prior offices no longer held D. (CH 18 – 12 CH 20 -14) The only insignia authorized for wear on Marine Corps League covers is the 1 ½ x 1 ½ anodized solid gold color or polished brass Marine Corps emblem (ENLISTED STYLE ONLY) on the left side. The Devil Dog patch, if authorized, will be worn up front on the right side of the cover. The identification strips, i.e., Department or Detachment strip, or embroidering, will be centered on the right side. If the “LIFE” strip is worn, it will be to the rear of the right side. The “LIFE MEMBER” strip will be worn the same as the identification strips are worn, and should be worn above other strips. NO DIVISION PINS OR OTHER PINS/ORNAMENTS ARE AUTHORIZED ON MARINE CORPS LEAGUE COVERS. VI. SPECIAL UNIFORM AUTHORIZATION (CH 16 – 10) The standard Marine Corps League cover is the minimum uniform item worn by members to be considered “in uniform”. Members who are participating in Memorial Services and who are in MCL Uniform may wear “White Gloves” of the same type as is worn by the Uniformed Services. Wearing of White Gloves will be at the discretion of the Senior Officer in charge of the detail. Although clothing and apparel worn with the standard may or may not have a Marine Corps or Marine Corps League theme, and may be appropriate attire, that attire is not a uniform of the League. ONLY those uniforms that are outlined under "UNIFORM - MALE"; "UNIFORM -FEMALE"; "ASSOCIATE MEMBER UNIFORM"; and "CEREMONIAL UNIFORM" are approved uniforms of the Marine Corps League. No variation(s) of the prescribed uniforms are authorized. In case of inclement weather (rain, snow, sleet, or cold), the local Detachment or Department Commandants may authorize appropriate outer wear to be worn over the Marine Corps League Uniform.

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UNIFORM – MALE UNDRESS - (Long Sleeve) • Standard Cover (Paragraph V) • Devil Dog collar, if authorized (optional) • Nametag (optional) (Paragraph IX) • White shirt, with military creases (to be Airline pilot style with two (2) pockets with button down flaps and shoulder epaulets) • Marine Corps League Sunburst insignias on collar, centered 1/2” inside the collar tip, with wings on the emblem parallel to the deck • Shoulder patches as authorized (Paragraph IV) • Marine Corps League ribbons - OR - Department of Defense authorized ribbons, wings, badges. (MCL AND DoD CAN NOT BE MIXED) (NO MEDALS on this uniform) • MCL ribbons should be centered over the left breast pocket, 1/8” above the pocket flap. DoD awards and decorations should be worn as authorized to the individual. • Tie, Black, with Marine Corps or Marine Corps League gold tie bar (No open collar). • Shoes, black, plain toe (military style, highly glossed) • Socks, black • OPTIONAL: Trousers, black, dress, with the black leather belt and square gold buckle with Marine Corps emblem may be worn as an option to the blue dress trousers and Kaki web belt. The short sleeve UNDRESS Uniform is the same in every way to the long sleeve UNDRESS Uniform with the following exceptions: • The shirt shall be the same Airline pilot style, but short sleeves instead of long. • The shirt shall be worn with an open collar and no tie or tie bar is worn CEREMORIAL UNIFORM Regular and Associate members of Departments and/or Detachments having "COLOR GUARDS" may wearthe "CEREMONIAL Uniform" ONLY when participating in a Color Guard or Ceremonial Rifle Honor Squad This uniform is authorized for both males and females. NOTE: There is not a unique Ceremonial Uniform following action at the 2009 National Convention. Whenever Ceremonial Functions are performed, the uniform will be the UNDRESS uniform (either long sleeve or short Sleeve) or Casual uniform as determined by the jurisdictional Commandant.

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Sick & Distressed Please convey information on sick and distressed to Chaplain Joe Hughes at 913/ 894-2006 or email: [email protected]

Fallen Marine

(Reported by Marcia Sands, MCL Detachment PC)

Charles D. Roberts, Jr. - July 2, 2014 Richard B. Hartzell - July 10, 2014 Tony Lang - July 13, 2014 Donald C. Stone, Sr. - July 17, 2014 Joseph L. Sidor - October 11, 2014 Charles E. Glenn - 22 Oct 2014 Dale M. Warden - 26 Jan 2015 Arthur L. Upton - 21 Feb 2015 William R. Stirling - 23 Feb 2015 Darrell R. Slawson - 26 Feb 2015 Robert L. Smith - 10 Mar 2015 Patick G. Hauser - 13 Mar 2015

“There's no such thing as a former Marine. You're a Marine, just in a different uniform and you're in a different phase of your life. But you'll always be a Marine because you went to Parris Island, San Diego, or the hills of Quantico. So there's no such thing as a former Marine."

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Memorial Service for Barb Hinrichs, wife of Rick Hinrichs. Services for Barbara Hinrichs will be on May 2, 2015. Time: 1:00 p.m. in the afternoon. Place: At Vineyard Church of Overland Park 8301 Lamar (Southeast corner 83rd and Lamar). Light lunch will be served afterwards at American Legion Post 370, 7500 West 75th St., Overland Park, KS @ 02:00 p.m. approx. ________________________________________________________________________________ Note: Our Detachment By-Laws voted on and approved at our March meeting have been reviewed & certified by the Department of Kansas Marine Corps League Judge Advocate. ________________________________________________________________________________

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