Post 64 Salida, Colorado
Post 64
Salida, Colorado
About This Post
Post Namesake
Henry Raymond Lines Henry Raymond Lines was born on November 6, 1892. He was drafted into the Army on September 18, 1917. One year later - to the day - he was killed by a high explosive shell in the San Mihiel drive in France. He died just two months before the signing of the Armistice and was the only soldier from Salida who died in WWI. - See more at: http://centennial.legion.org/colorado/post64/1921/09/18/namesake-ray-lines#sthash.pzEzOdwu.dpuf
Notable Members
Retired US Army Maj Gen Walter Golden Jr.
What Makes this Post Unique
Construction of Chaffee County Courthouse: County voters decided to relocate the Chaffee County courthouse from Buena Vista to Salida. County Commissioners needed a courthouse but had no funds. Post 64 came up with a plan to raise the funds and collected $120,000. Construction of the new courthouse began in 1931 and was completed in 1932. Chaffee County agreed to pay the Post $670 per month. After 25 years the Post conveyed the building to Chaffee County. - See more at: http://centennial.legion.org/colorado/post64/1928/07/01/county-courthouse-construction#sthash.01leIVdH.dpuf
Photos
Dedication of "Corporal Ray Lines Memorial Highway"
Veterans Day 2020
Dedication of The Chaffee County Veterans Memorial Park
Parades
Memorial Day 2018
Pizza Party at Moonlight Pizzeria
inside the Legion Hut
HISTORY
1920
Chartered
Jul 1, 1921
Ray Lines American Legion Post 64 was chartered July 1, 1921. Thomas Nevens was the first Commander in 1920. (apparently) Post 64 was formed and held meetings before it was officially chartered. Post 64 Ladies Auxiliary was first active in 1922. Mary McKinney was the first Commander and held the position until 1927. Post 64 built it's own building of log construction at 235 West 10th Street in Salida in 1935. The original building is..
Ray Lines American Legion Post 64 was chartered July 1, 1921. Thomas Nevens was the first Commander in 1920. (apparently) Post 64 was formed and held meetings before it was officially chartered. Post 64 Ladies Auxiliary was first active in 1922. Mary McKinney was the first Commander and held the position until 1927. Post 64 built it's own building of log construction at 235 West 10th Street in Salida in 1935. The original building is..
Namesake - Ray Lines
Sep 17, 1921
When the Salida Post of the American Legion was reorganized in February 1, 1920, it was named Ray Lines Post in honor, and to perpetuate the memory of a Salida soldier who “gave his all” for the furtherance of democracy and for his country.
Henry Ray Lines was born at Saint Louis, Missouri, on November 5th, 1892, of German and English descent,..
Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion Charter Application
Sep 26, 1921
Acting president Gertrude Maier organized the preparation of the application for the Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion.
Acting president Gertrude Maier organized the preparation of the application for the Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion.
First Official Meeting of the Legion Auxiliary Unit
Dec 5, 1921
The first official meeting of the Legion Auxiliary Unit was held in the then designated "Legion Hall" on December 5, 1921. The officers were: Mary McKinney, President; Nellie Duncan, Vice President; and, Helene Williamson, Secretary, Treasurer.
The first official meeting of the Legion Auxiliary Unit was held in the then designated "Legion Hall" on December 5, 1921. The officers were: Mary McKinney, President; Nellie Duncan, Vice President; and, Helene Williamson, Secretary, Treasurer.
County Courthouse Construction
Jul 1, 1928
County voters decided to relocate the Chaffee County courthouse from Buena Vista to Salida. County Commissioners needed a courthouse but had no funds. Post 64 came up with a plan to raise the funds and collected $120,000. Construction of the new courthouse began in 1931 and was completed in 1932. Chaffee County agreed to pay the Post $670 per month. After 25 years the Post conveyed the building to Chaffee County.
County voters decided to relocate the Chaffee County courthouse from Buena Vista to Salida. County Commissioners needed a courthouse but had no funds. Post 64 came up with a plan to raise the funds and collected $120,000. Construction of the new courthouse began in 1931 and was completed in 1932. Chaffee County agreed to pay the Post $670 per month. After 25 years the Post conveyed the building to Chaffee County.
1930
Courthouse Dedication
Jul 1, 1932
Courthouse Dedication Dignitaries Photo
Courthouse Dedication Dignitaries Photo
1940
American Legion Drum and Bugle Corp.
Apr 27, 1949
In 1949 Ray Lines Post 64 had a Drum and Bugle Corp. that marched in parades and did concerts all over Chaffee County.
2010
Army Maj Gen Walter Golden Jr Retires
Feb 13, 2014
Upon his retirement after 33 years of service, Major General Walter Golden Jr said: "There is no more noble profession than serving in the military and leading America's sons and daughters". Our Post is proud to have sponsored Gen Golden to Boys State in 1975. That experience led to an invitation to apply to West Point upon graduation from Salida High School in 1977. Gen Golden's parents, also Army veterans, made military service a family..
Upon his retirement after 33 years of service, Major General Walter Golden Jr said: "There is no more noble profession than serving in the military and leading America's sons and daughters". Our Post is proud to have sponsored Gen Golden to Boys State in 1975. That experience led to an invitation to apply to West Point upon graduation from Salida High School in 1977. Gen Golden's parents, also Army veterans, made military service a family..
Memorial Day Activities
May 28, 2018
Americian Legion Ray Lines Post 64, Mount Shavano VFW, Post 3820, Detachment 1420 of the US Marine Corps League, marched down Salida's "F" Street for The 2018 Memorial Day Parade, ending at Riverside Park for the ceremonies.
The speaker was Ray Lines Post 64, Commander Jim Preston. The National Anthem was performed by Jennifer Scanga, who has been singing the anthem at the annual ceremony for the last 15 years. VFW member Larry Walrath played taps.
Ceremonies were..
Color Guard for The Air Force Acadamy Band
Jul 1, 2018
The Ray Lines Post 64 was proud to present the colors for the July 1, 2018 performance of The Air Force Acadamy Band at The Salida Rotary Amphitheater in Riverside Park Salida Colorado
Color Guard 4th Of July Parade, Salida CO.
Jul 4, 2018
American Legion, Ray Lines Post 64, along with The Salida VFW and Marine Corps League, led Salida Colorado's annual Fourth of July Parade.
They also presented the Colors at the Air Force Acadamy Band Concert on July 1st at Salida's Riverside Park
District 12 Conference
Sep 23, 2018
American Legion District 12 held its Fall Conference Sunday, Sept. 23rd, at the American Legion, Ray Lines Post 64 in Salida. District 12 Posts are Bailey, Breckinridge, Buena Vista, Fairplay, and Salida. Also there was a representative from the Canon City Post.
Salida Post Commander, Jim Preston, opened the Conference and introduced Colorado Department Commander, Robb D. Smith. Other speakers..
American Legion Ray Lines Post 64 volunteers with "A Little Help"
Nov 3, 2018
Recently Ray Lines Post 64 members volunteered with "A Little Help", an organazation that helps seniors with tasks so they can stay in their own homes.
Joe Beakey, Poncha Springs, assumes command of Ray Lines Post No. 64
Jan 15, 2019
Joe Beakey of Poncha Springs was sworn in Jan. 15 as the new commander of American Legion Ray Lines Post No. 64 in Salida.
Colorado Department of American Legion Junior Vice Cmdr. Greg Jackson of Delta, assisted by Colorado District 12 Cmdr. Jim Dexter of Breckenridge, officiated the ceremony with members of Post No. 64 in attendance.
Beakey has been a member of the American Legion for about 10 years, previously in Tucson, Ariz.,..
Honor Guard for Salida's New Postmaster
Feb 4, 2019
Members of the Salida veterans' organazations act as color guard for Feb. 1st, 2019 installation of the new Postmaster Manuel Ortega. Those participating were VFW Post 3820, Adjutant Glenn Mallory, Marine Corps League Det. 1420, Commander Fred Schmidt and American Legion Ray Lines Post 64, Commander Joe Beakey.
Post Everlasting for Lauren "Larry" Bussey
Mar 22, 2019
American Legion Ray Lines Post No. 64 conducted a Post Everlasting Memorial Ceremony March 19 for Lauren “Larry” Bussey, who was a member of the post for 13 years.
The ceremony pays tribute to veterans who have died.
In attendance were Bussey’s wife, Eileen Rogers of Salida; his son, Duane, and daughter-in-law, Lorey, of Alamosa; Jim Dexter, District 12 commander; and members of Post No. 64.
Dexter..
Post 64, 2019 Boys State Attendees
Apr 26, 2019
American Legion Ray Lines Post No. 64 will sponsor Salida High School juniors Frank DeCew and Finley Petit for American Legion Colorado Boys State.
The week-long course will be June 1-7 at the University of Colorado campus in Colorado Springs.
DeCew is the son of Lynn Van De Water and Dunkley DeCew. Petit is the son of Brian and Jodi Petit.
American Legion Colorado Boys State is a hands-on experience in..
Ray Lines Post 64 Awards $1000 Scholarship
May 13, 2019
Salida High School Senior Karen RayAnn Wilkins, daughter of Desirae and Brandon Wilkins, was awarded a $1000 Scholarship by Joe Beakey Commander of The American Legion, Ray Lines Post 64 at the Salida High School Awards night.
Ray Ann was on the School’s Honor Roll 2015 – 2019, she was on the Salida High Girls Volleyball, Basketball,..
Poppy Day, 2019
May 27, 2019
American Legion Ray Lines Post 64, Sis Glovan, selling Poppies at Salida Wal Mart.
Dedication Of Chaffee County Veterans Memorial Park
Jul 4, 2019
Full Story This is the speech by Ray Lines Post 64 Commander Joe Beakey at the dedication ceremony of The Chaffee County Veterans Memorial Park.
In the name of American Legion, Ray Lines Post 64, Angel of Mount Shavano VFW Post 3820, Marine Corps League, LT. Harry T. Ostrum Jr., Detachment 1420, of Salida, American Legion, Cliff Sexton Post 55 and
