Post 62 Humboldt, South Dakota
Post 62
Humboldt, South Dakota
About This Post
Post Namesake
William H Crippen, first soldier to lose his life in the line of duty from Humboldt.
Notable Members
Charter Members Harold Bowen, Henry Butt, Alfred Eggert, Nickolas Even, Lewis Kluck, Ralph Larson, Fred Lindroth, Joe O'Dea, Joe Pek, Lester Stratton, Forrest Smith, William Tritz, Herman Webster and Harley Wheeler
Photos
Post Spotlights
Memorial Day
Veterans Day - 2013
HISTORY
1920
Obituary - William H Crippen
Aug 26, 1921
Post 62 of Humboldt, South Dakota, is named for war hero William H Crippen, who was the first soldier to die in the line of duty from Humboldt. The following is from "The Humboldt Journal" Vol XVIII, August 26, 1921, #39 BODY OF WAR HERO LAID TO FINAL RESTING PLACE AT HUMBOLDT WITH IMPRESSIVE SERVICES William H Crippen, son of Mr & Mrs D W Crippen, was born at Bowen, Illinois, on January 28, 1888,..
Post 62 of Humboldt, South Dakota, is named for war hero William H Crippen, who was the first soldier to die in the line of duty from Humboldt. The following is from "The Humboldt Journal" Vol XVIII, August 26, 1921, #39 BODY OF WAR HERO LAID TO FINAL RESTING PLACE AT HUMBOLDT WITH IMPRESSIVE SERVICES William H Crippen, son of Mr & Mrs D W Crippen, was born at Bowen, Illinois, on January 28, 1888,..
1980
Curt Eggers visits Post to Install Officers
Apr 7, 1980
Curt Eggers visited the Post to install officers for another year.
Shown in the photo, from left: Curt Eggers, Charlie Beck, Joe Sieverding, Tom Sieverding, Leo Gaspar, Fred Lee, Dennis Erickson, Meryl Meyer and Doug Meyer.
Bob Searl from Post 62 becomes State Commander
Jun 20, 1984
Bob Searl, a member of Post 62, becomes the first State Commander of the American Legion from Humboldt.
Bob Searl, a member of Post 62, becomes the first State Commander of the American Legion from Humboldt.
National Legislative meetings
Mar 1, 1985
The American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary meet for Legislative meetings in Washington DC.
Memorial Day memories
May 30, 1986
Here is a photo from the local paper showing Legion member Senator Larry Pressler presenting a flag to the post.
Also note the Memorial Day Program from that year.
1990
Early Post Home
Jun 10, 1993
For many years, Post 62 occupied a large building on the north end of Humboldt. But in 1993, after deciding to sell the building, we joined with the city in the Community Hall. The local post has come a long way since its charter in September, 1919. During those early years of the Humboldt American Legion, the meetings were held at the members’ homes. In 1941, the first Legion building was acquired through the efforts..
For many years, Post 62 occupied a large building on the north end of Humboldt. But in 1993, after deciding to sell the building, we joined with the city in the Community Hall. The local post has come a long way since its charter in September, 1919. During those early years of the Humboldt American Legion, the meetings were held at the members’ homes. In 1941, the first Legion building was acquired through the efforts..
2000
Humboldt's Fun Day
Jul 20, 2002
The Humboldt Legion led the parade on Humboldt's Fun Day in July. Shown here, Douglas Meyer and Loren Even bring the Colors down the street to begin the parade.
The Humboldt Legion led the parade on Humboldt's Fun Day in July. Shown here, Douglas Meyer and Loren Even bring the Colors down the street to begin the parade.
2010
Officers for 2016-2017 Legion Year
Mar 7, 2016
New officers of the William H Crippen American Legion Post 62 of Humboldt are as follows: Commander - Charles Dubbe 1st Vice Commander - Dennis Erickson 2nd Vice Commander - Douglas Meyer Adjutant & Historian - Fred Lee Finance Officer - Tom Sieverding Chaplain - Charles Beck Americanism Officer - Charles Dubbe Service Officer - Ken Struck Sergeant-At-Arms - Jerry Corey Athletic Officer - Tom Puthoff
New officers of the William H Crippen American Legion Post 62 of Humboldt are as follows: Commander - Charles Dubbe 1st Vice Commander - Dennis Erickson 2nd Vice Commander - Douglas Meyer Adjutant & Historian - Fred Lee Finance Officer - Tom Sieverding Chaplain - Charles Beck Americanism Officer - Charles Dubbe Service Officer - Ken Struck Sergeant-At-Arms - Jerry Corey Athletic Officer - Tom Puthoff
Our annual Dinner Party
Sep 16, 2017
This year we celebrate our 20th Annual Dinner Party.
This year we celebrate our 20th Annual Dinner Party.
Oratory Contest - 2017-18
Dec 12, 2017
Here are our West Central High School students who participated in the first round of our American Legion Oratory Contest recently. From left: Scott Howard, Hannah Miller, Charlie Berg, Hannah Droge, Julia Ebbinga, Cheyenne Masterson, Emma Hagel, Katelynn Urness, Bess Golden, Allie Kunkel, Kassondra Gooley and Dana Voss. The Finals will be on Saturday, January 6, 2018, in the West Central Auditorium, beginning at 2 pm. The public is invited.
USS South Dakota Mural at the Corn Palace
Oct 26, 2018
The USS South Dakota Mural Dedication took place at the Corn Palace in Mitchell this October.
2020
Legion's birthday
Mar 2, 2020
Members present at our March Legion Birthday pot-luck and meal included, from left: Dennis Erickson, Jerry Corey, Hans Sieverding, John Drobny, Charlie Beck and Post Commander Chuck Dubbe. Brian Mehnert came later and did not get in the photo. (good looking cake too)
