Post 65 Metuchen , New Jersey
Post 65
Metuchen , New Jersey
About This Post
Post Namesake
Fugle-Hummer
Fugle Wounded9/23/18Battle St Mihiel died 9/24/1918 Reburied by Grand Parents Perth Amboy NJ
Hummer died 9/19/1918 309th Inf Reg 78th Div buried St Mihiel Cemetery Plot D Row 25 Grave 25
Notable Members
Dr Ellis First Commander Fugle-Hummer Post 65 Metuchen Charles B. Carman Major Engineers Past Commander Builder of Raritan Arsenal Harry Kramer 1st Vice Commander Middlesex County Post Commander Lewis Compton Under Secretary of the Navy May 19 1937 Dr Carl ... READ MORE
Photos
Wall Paintings 1933
Membership card
New Jersey Centennial Gala Celebration
Special Centennial Gala Guest
Uniforms of the Past
The Past Commanders Dinner Charade
1941 1942
Gold Star Monument Dedication Vietnam Memorial NJ
Veterans Day November 11 2012
Memorial Day 2009
1969
The Final Year at First Post 65 Home
HISTORY
1910
Fugle Hummer Battle ST Mihiel
Sep 19, 1918
American Legion Post 65 was named after Edward O Fugle and Frank Hummer boh wounded at Battle St Mihiel September 19 ,1918. Both died of wounds one on the Battle field and one at First aid Hospital.
Post Chartered 1919
Jul 18, 1919
Formation of Posts and County organization occupied the first year of Middlesex County activity 1919 almost exclusively. the first Post chartered at New Brunswick NJ on July,18 1919 Charles Henry Post No 29 and on July 25 1919 one of it's organizers, Franklin M. Ritchie was appointed by Hobart B. Brown State Chairman as County Field Secretary and was authorized by State Secretary Thomas Goldingay to organize Middlesex County. He began at once the work..
Formation of Posts and County organization occupied the first year of Middlesex County activity 1919 almost exclusively. the first Post chartered at New Brunswick NJ on July,18 1919 Charles Henry Post No 29 and on July 25 1919 one of it's organizers, Franklin M. Ritchie was appointed by Hobart B. Brown State Chairman as County Field Secretary and was authorized by State Secretary Thomas Goldingay to organize Middlesex County. He began at once the work..
Post 65 receives Tempoary Charter
Aug 13, 1919
American Legion Post 65 Receives Temporary Charter from National Headquarters New York City New York. Charter members are as Follows Alfred Ellis MD, Ray P Wilson,Fred C Peck ,S Crosley Clarkson, W.A. Smith, WM A Smith Jr. , Edward F Blakely, Harry Kramer, L e Molinenx, Edward A. Burroughs,Ray P. Wilson, Hilbert W. Moss Reginal R. Crowell, Walter Tausig, J.H. McGuinness, William J. Cunning, Fugle-Hummer Post 65 is named after two Metuchen residents wounded 24th..
American Legion Post 65 Receives Temporary Charter from National Headquarters New York City New York. Charter members are as Follows Alfred Ellis MD, Ray P Wilson,Fred C Peck ,S Crosley Clarkson, W.A. Smith, WM A Smith Jr. , Edward F Blakely, Harry Kramer, L e Molinenx, Edward A. Burroughs,Ray P. Wilson, Hilbert W. Moss Reginal R. Crowell, Walter Tausig, J.H. McGuinness, William J. Cunning, Fugle-Hummer Post 65 is named after two Metuchen residents wounded 24th..
The Commanders 1919 to 2019
Aug 13, 1919
Dr Alfred Ellis 1919-1920 Harry Kramer 1920-1921 J.K. Powell 1921-1922 Dr.J.M0rgan 1922-1923 Davis 1923-1924 James Hughes 1924-1925 Harry Kramer 1925-1926 W Pattison 1926-1928 Kenneth Bauer 1928-1929 Frank Duggan 1929-1930 William Smith 1930-1931 Nat.Pierce 1931-1932 Dr.Carl Roos 1932-1933 George Geiger 1933-1934Sam Wiley Resigned William McKenzie 1934-1935 William Thompson 1935-36Charles A Carmen 1936-37 Carleton Lake 1937-38 Dr.L.F. Kuntz 1938-39 Joseph A Campbell1939-1940 Isaiah Rolfe 1943-1944 J.McKerihan 1944-1945 Edward Lynch 1945-1946 Tom Slattery 1946-1947 T.B.Brann 1947-1948 Charles W.Faurott..
Organizing American Legion Posts Recruitment
Nov 1, 1919
Nov 1,1919 To the Service Men of Middlesex County, New Jersey You have served your Country well; but you still have a big job ahead of you. Surely you won't shirk! While the War is over, the mighty force for the good of Our Nation embodied in the Armies of the United States is by no means dead. We served not as Professional Soldiers but as Citizens to whom Military Service came as a duty..
Nov 1,1919 To the Service Men of Middlesex County, New Jersey You have served your Country well; but you still have a big job ahead of you. Surely you won't shirk! While the War is over, the mighty force for the good of Our Nation embodied in the Armies of the United States is by no means dead. We served not as Professional Soldiers but as Citizens to whom Military Service came as a duty..
List of Middlesex Posts Organized and Chartered 1919
Dec 31, 1919
Charles Henry 29 and Conklin-Smith Posts at New Brunswick: Luke A. Lovely Post 62Fugle-Hummer Post 65; New Market Post;Perth Amboy Post 45;Woodbridge Post 87;DunellenPost 119;Star Post 127 Jamesburg;R D.Burt Post Helmetta; Lenape Post 211 Sayreville; David Gocelak Post 211 South River; and Sentry Post Port Reading Charter Dates Post 29 New Brunswck July 18,1919 (originally Charles Henry Post 29) Luke A. Lovely Post 62 South Amboy August 11,1919 Fugle-Hummer Post 65 Metuchen August 13,1919 Perth..
Charles Henry 29 and Conklin-Smith Posts at New Brunswick: Luke A. Lovely Post 62Fugle-Hummer Post 65; New Market Post;Perth Amboy Post 45;Woodbridge Post 87;DunellenPost 119;Star Post 127 Jamesburg;R D.Burt Post Helmetta; Lenape Post 211 Sayreville; David Gocelak Post 211 South River; and Sentry Post Port Reading Charter Dates Post 29 New Brunswck July 18,1919 (originally Charles Henry Post 29) Luke A. Lovely Post 62 South Amboy August 11,1919 Fugle-Hummer Post 65 Metuchen August 13,1919 Perth..
1920
Post Chartered Middlesex County 1920
Apr 14, 1920
Post 253 Spotswood April 14,1920 Perry-Worthge Post 173 June 21 1920 Harold L.Berrue post 246 July 26,1920 Piscatawaytown,Raritan Township
Post 253 Spotswood April 14,1920 Perry-Worthge Post 173 June 21 1920 Harold L.Berrue post 246 July 26,1920 Piscatawaytown,Raritan Township
American Legion Auxiliary 1920-1927
Aug 13, 1920
The formation of the American Legion Auxiliary in Middlesex County 1920-1927. County Organization of the American Legion Auxiliary was started in 1920 by Mrs. Annie K. Stults of South Amboy, who was elected as the First County President and who served in that capacity until 1927. Mrs.Stults had organized an unofficial auxiliary to the Luke A. Lovely Post in August 1919,before the recognition of the Auxiliary by the National Headquarters of the American Legion. I..
The formation of the American Legion Auxiliary in Middlesex County 1920-1927. County Organization of the American Legion Auxiliary was started in 1920 by Mrs. Annie K. Stults of South Amboy, who was elected as the First County President and who served in that capacity until 1927. Mrs.Stults had organized an unofficial auxiliary to the Luke A. Lovely Post in August 1919,before the recognition of the Auxiliary by the National Headquarters of the American Legion. I..
First Middlesex County Convention
Feb 14, 1921
Raymond A Hale elected County Commander Feb 14 1920 at South River NJ Vice Commander Harry A. Richardson Service for Disabled. The organization had become well perfected By this Time but there was a Vast amount of work to be done on behalf of the Disabled Veterans and also in connection with the Reinstatement of and Handling of the "WAR RISK INSURANCE". Commander Hale arranged with the Veterans Bureau to send a "Clean Up Squad"..
Raymond A Hale elected County Commander Feb 14 1920 at South River NJ Vice Commander Harry A. Richardson Service for Disabled. The organization had become well perfected By this Time but there was a Vast amount of work to be done on behalf of the Disabled Veterans and also in connection with the Reinstatement of and Handling of the "WAR RISK INSURANCE". Commander Hale arranged with the Veterans Bureau to send a "Clean Up Squad"..
Middlesex County Posts Chartered 1921
Jul 25, 1921
Post 88 Highland Park July 25,1921 Post 263 Carteret August 20,1921
Post 88 Highland Park July 25,1921 Post 263 Carteret August 20,1921
Middlesex County Convention 1922
Dec 1, 1922
Harold L. Berrue Post of Piscataway was host of County Convention December 1922 at which time Ronald Kleckner of Perth Amboy was elected County Commander during this administration Past County Raymond A. Hale was Elected Senior Vice Commander of the Department of New Jersey. I March of this year the county organization of the American Legion supported the Middlesex County 40et 8 in arranging a big Public Luncheon at which National Commander Owsley addressed the..
Harold L. Berrue Post of Piscataway was host of County Convention December 1922 at which time Ronald Kleckner of Perth Amboy was elected County Commander during this administration Past County Raymond A. Hale was Elected Senior Vice Commander of the Department of New Jersey. I March of this year the county organization of the American Legion supported the Middlesex County 40et 8 in arranging a big Public Luncheon at which National Commander Owsley addressed the..
Joseph H.Edgar elected County Commander
Dec 1, 1923
This was the year County Chairman was changed to County Commander. The County Commander represented Middlesex at the National Convention The following Posts which had some difficulties were all revived and Membership increased from 704 to 764. at the State convention in Newark NJ Past County Commander Franklin M. Ritchie was elected Grand Chef de Gare. State Commander 40 et 8
This was the year County Chairman was changed to County Commander. The County Commander represented Middlesex at the National Convention The following Posts which had some difficulties were all revived and Membership increased from 704 to 764. at the State convention in Newark NJ Past County Commander Franklin M. Ritchie was elected Grand Chef de Gare. State Commander 40 et 8
Will Ameican Legion Post 65 fold in 1924
Dec 29, 1924
A special meeting is called to decide whether or not American Legion Post 65 can continue on as an Organization of the American Legion and whether the members have the Desire to keep the Organization continuing on. Photo below is a copy of the Minutes. Final deciding Vote was to Continue the World War 1 Veterans knew that Veterans like themselves and their Families needed the Organization to protect their Rights and Freedoms.
A special meeting is called to decide whether or not American Legion Post 65 can continue on as an Organization of the American Legion and whether the members have the Desire to keep the Organization continuing on. Photo below is a copy of the Minutes. Final deciding Vote was to Continue the World War 1 Veterans knew that Veterans like themselves and their Families needed the Organization to protect their Rights and Freedoms.
the Year 1925
Dec 1, 1925
There are now Fourteen Active Posts in Middlesex County. Middlesex County very active in work at "Toms River Convalescent Home" the secretary and the Treasurer of the Board Alfred W. Day and Harold G. Hoffman coming from it's members. Financially the County ended the year with $80 in the Treasury as against a bare budget at the beginning of the year. It was during this administration that the "Child Welfare" work of the American Legion..
There are now Fourteen Active Posts in Middlesex County. Middlesex County very active in work at "Toms River Convalescent Home" the secretary and the Treasurer of the Board Alfred W. Day and Harold G. Hoffman coming from it's members. Financially the County ended the year with $80 in the Treasury as against a bare budget at the beginning of the year. It was during this administration that the "Child Welfare" work of the American Legion..
Child Welfare
Dec 1, 1926
The year was tough with a large fight to keep Clarksboro Billets an Orphanage in Middlesex County open. When National Headquarters decided to Abandon the Clarksboro Billets' Middlesex County made a vigorous fight against the closure and it's Officers went to Chicago to Protest National Commander Howard Savage against Abandonment of the Billets. Middlesex County made a comprehensive survey to locate proper Foster Homes for Veterans Orphan Children with excellent results. A resolution from Carteret..
The year was tough with a large fight to keep Clarksboro Billets an Orphanage in Middlesex County open. When National Headquarters decided to Abandon the Clarksboro Billets' Middlesex County made a vigorous fight against the closure and it's Officers went to Chicago to Protest National Commander Howard Savage against Abandonment of the Billets. Middlesex County made a comprehensive survey to locate proper Foster Homes for Veterans Orphan Children with excellent results. A resolution from Carteret..
1927 the year of Child welfare success
Dec 1, 1927
Activities very high at the Toms River Convalescent Home many Hours and many Donations made by Middlesex County Posts. Hudson County joins in supporting the home brought about largely by the efforts of Middlesex County representatives. Child Welfare was again stressed and a report by the Child Welfare Officer ,taken from the Minutes, shows that at one time 36 Children in Middlesex County were receiving Legion aid. Highland Park and Lenape Post received National Citations..
Activities very high at the Toms River Convalescent Home many Hours and many Donations made by Middlesex County Posts. Hudson County joins in supporting the home brought about largely by the efforts of Middlesex County representatives. Child Welfare was again stressed and a report by the Child Welfare Officer ,taken from the Minutes, shows that at one time 36 Children in Middlesex County were receiving Legion aid. Highland Park and Lenape Post received National Citations..
Middlesex County Auxiliary 1928-1929
Jun 1, 1928
Mrs. Alice M. Clemons of Helmetta was elected County President at Dunellen in June 1927 with Mrs. Elizabeth Ritchie ( now Department President) as First Vice President, Mrs. Louise Blakely of Jamesburg as Second Vice President. The Officers were installed by Past Department President Mrs. Lillian Ludlow. One of the First accomplishments of the new administration was the adoption of strict Parliamentary Procedures and use of a Ritual. All meetings were well attended and great..
Mrs. Alice M. Clemons of Helmetta was elected County President at Dunellen in June 1927 with Mrs. Elizabeth Ritchie ( now Department President) as First Vice President, Mrs. Louise Blakely of Jamesburg as Second Vice President. The Officers were installed by Past Department President Mrs. Lillian Ludlow. One of the First accomplishments of the new administration was the adoption of strict Parliamentary Procedures and use of a Ritual. All meetings were well attended and great..
County Convention Oct 1927 and the year 1928
Oct 26, 1928
The year Bowling and Drum and Bugle Corp aroused much interest. Daniel E.Crabiel elected Middlesex County Commander at Woodbridge Oct.26 1927. a Bowling League was organized by Past CC Joseph Edgar and Herman Gallaher. Seven Posts entered the League. The First American Legion Drum and Bugle Corp in the County was organized at Woodbridge and it's success led other Posts to follow suit. Donations were made by the County Organization to Provide relief for Suffers..
The year Bowling and Drum and Bugle Corp aroused much interest. Daniel E.Crabiel elected Middlesex County Commander at Woodbridge Oct.26 1927. a Bowling League was organized by Past CC Joseph Edgar and Herman Gallaher. Seven Posts entered the League. The First American Legion Drum and Bugle Corp in the County was organized at Woodbridge and it's success led other Posts to follow suit. Donations were made by the County Organization to Provide relief for Suffers..
Middlesex County Post Chartered after 1921
Feb 9, 1929
Post 25 Joyce Kilmer February 9,1929 Post 177 Sgt J.B. Crandall July 18,1930 Old Bridge Post 214 Frandsen-Levandowski January 28,1932 South River Post 215 Cornelius Ivy Jan 28,1932 New Brunswick Post 243 Chaumont January 31,1934 South Plainfield Post 163 Harry Hansen June 2,1934 Fords Post 248 Feb 25.1935 Colonia
Post 25 Joyce Kilmer February 9,1929 Post 177 Sgt J.B. Crandall July 18,1930 Old Bridge Post 214 Frandsen-Levandowski January 28,1932 South River Post 215 Cornelius Ivy Jan 28,1932 New Brunswick Post 243 Chaumont January 31,1934 South Plainfield Post 163 Harry Hansen June 2,1934 Fords Post 248 Feb 25.1935 Colonia
Herman E. Gallaher Elected Commander for 1929
Oct 10, 1929
Membership in Posts of the County increased greatly in the administration of Herman E.Gallaher. Membership jumped from only 675 men at the beginning of the year to a staggering 1,200. Middlesex County was rewarded a Silk County Flag by the Department of New Jersey and first place seating at the State Convention held at Elizabeth NJ. The County Ritual Team also took First Place in the State competition. Joyce Kilmer Post 25 was organized at..
Membership in Posts of the County increased greatly in the administration of Herman E.Gallaher. Membership jumped from only 675 men at the beginning of the year to a staggering 1,200. Middlesex County was rewarded a Silk County Flag by the Department of New Jersey and first place seating at the State Convention held at Elizabeth NJ. The County Ritual Team also took First Place in the State competition. Joyce Kilmer Post 25 was organized at..
1930
Middlesex County Auxiliary 1930-1931
Jun 1, 1930
Great activity was shown throughout the County during the Presidency of Mrs. Elizabeth M. Ritchie of Highland Park. Membership increased from 375 to 532 in 1930 and 610 in 1931,nine of the thirteen Units receiving Department Citations and Three National Awards. Sayreville was the First in the State to reach its quota. The Cathedral of the Air donations totaled $705.75.The Constitution was revised and mimeographed The tenth Anniversary of the Auxiliary was celebrated by a..
Great activity was shown throughout the County during the Presidency of Mrs. Elizabeth M. Ritchie of Highland Park. Membership increased from 375 to 532 in 1930 and 610 in 1931,nine of the thirteen Units receiving Department Citations and Three National Awards. Sayreville was the First in the State to reach its quota. The Cathedral of the Air donations totaled $705.75.The Constitution was revised and mimeographed The tenth Anniversary of the Auxiliary was celebrated by a..
Everett P.Ryno County Commander 1930
Oct 5, 1930
In 1930 the "Cathedral of he AIR" the Legion's "MEMORIAL CHAPEL" to Honor the Nation's Naval Air Service dead was one of the major objectives of the American Legion under County Commander Everett P.Ryno. Middlesex County raised it's full quota.The Commander won aid from Governor Silzer, President Thomas of Rutgers James Neilson of New Brunswick and Gov. Larson. The County participated in the unveiling of WAR MEMORIAL MONUMENT at New Brunswick and a most successful..
In 1930 the "Cathedral of he AIR" the Legion's "MEMORIAL CHAPEL" to Honor the Nation's Naval Air Service dead was one of the major objectives of the American Legion under County Commander Everett P.Ryno. Middlesex County raised it's full quota.The Commander won aid from Governor Silzer, President Thomas of Rutgers James Neilson of New Brunswick and Gov. Larson. The County participated in the unveiling of WAR MEMORIAL MONUMENT at New Brunswick and a most successful..
County Cmdr Harry Kramer 1931 Faces the Great Depression
Jan 1, 1931
Depression hit the Country Hard at about the same time Harry Kramer became County Commander. He was faced with a very serious problem of Unemployment among Veterans of the County. With the assistance of Legionnaire Lewis D. Compton of Metuchen County Director of Unemployment and Relief, and Service Officer John V. Burke of Perth Amboy, he rendered splendid service in the securing of Employment for many of the County's Veterans. The first County Ritual Team..
Depression hit the Country Hard at about the same time Harry Kramer became County Commander. He was faced with a very serious problem of Unemployment among Veterans of the County. With the assistance of Legionnaire Lewis D. Compton of Metuchen County Director of Unemployment and Relief, and Service Officer John V. Burke of Perth Amboy, he rendered splendid service in the securing of Employment for many of the County's Veterans. The first County Ritual Team..
1932 Commander Walter H.Smith
Jan 1, 1932
The Election of the First Department Commander from Middlesex County in the person of Past County Commander Joseph H. Edgar was tone of the highlights. Joe was Elected Department Commander at Camden NJ in September 1932 Another important innovation was the All Day County Convention at Spotswood NJ with a Parade Junior Baseball Game Drum and Bugle Contest. Membership was Outstanding and Child Welfare ruled the Day. County Membership rose to 1895 members. A new..
The Election of the First Department Commander from Middlesex County in the person of Past County Commander Joseph H. Edgar was tone of the highlights. Joe was Elected Department Commander at Camden NJ in September 1932 Another important innovation was the All Day County Convention at Spotswood NJ with a Parade Junior Baseball Game Drum and Bugle Contest. Membership was Outstanding and Child Welfare ruled the Day. County Membership rose to 1895 members. A new..
Middlesex County Auxiliary 1931-1932
Jun 1, 1932
In 1931-1932 the Officers of the County were President Mrs. Gertrude End of Piscataway, First Vice President Mrs. Harry Kramer of Metuchen, A Cup was put up by the County as a permanent trophy awarded each month to the Unit having the Largest percentage of Attendance at the County meeting. The County purchased it's own American Flag .A steel filing cabinet to secure County Records, arrangements being made to keep them permanently at the Metuchen..
Percy J Quakenbush CC the Anti Veteran year of 1933
Jan 1, 1933
The big issues during this year was Anti Veteran organizations. The bitter Fight of Anti Veteran organizations trying to do away with Veterans benefits from the Federal Government reached a Climax. During this Administration and Commander Quakenbush did splendid work in combating these efforts in the county. The Anti Veteran movement started at Princeton University with an organization called "Veterans of Future Wars" Child welfare work was stressed with the able support of the Commander..
Memorial Park Dedication 1933
May 30, 1933
Memorial Park Monument Dedicated 1933 located on Rt 27 also known as Lincoln Highway
Memorial Park Monument Dedicated 1933 located on Rt 27 also known as Lincoln Highway
Middlesex County Auxiliary 1933 1935
Jun 1, 1933
Jane A. Cook served as County President. The Cornelius Ivy Unit was Chartered November 3,1932 Splendid work was done in Rehabilitation and Child Welfare, including the raising of Funds for the Assistance of War Orphans at the N.Y. Military Academy. A card Party was sponsored by Mrs. Ivins, Child Welfare Chairman to raise funds. A total of $1,187.07 was expended by the County for Food and Clothing for Veterans Families in need of assistance. Mrs...
Jane A. Cook served as County President. The Cornelius Ivy Unit was Chartered November 3,1932 Splendid work was done in Rehabilitation and Child Welfare, including the raising of Funds for the Assistance of War Orphans at the N.Y. Military Academy. A card Party was sponsored by Mrs. Ivins, Child Welfare Chairman to raise funds. A total of $1,187.07 was expended by the County for Food and Clothing for Veterans Families in need of assistance. Mrs...
Russell B. Howell County Commander 1934
Jan 1, 1934
Outstanding work in the year was comforting Disabled Veterans in Hospitals providing Books Tobacco and Camaraderie in Government Hospitals, particularly Lyons Hospital. A Christmas Party was held at Menlo Park Soldiers Home. General Smedley Butler, famous "Fighting Marine ," was secured as the speaker for the Annual County Banquet held at the Hotel Pines under the chairmanship of Joseph H. Edgar. Gen. Butler's vigorous address attracted wide Public interest . At the state Convention at..
Outstanding work in the year was comforting Disabled Veterans in Hospitals providing Books Tobacco and Camaraderie in Government Hospitals, particularly Lyons Hospital. A Christmas Party was held at Menlo Park Soldiers Home. General Smedley Butler, famous "Fighting Marine ," was secured as the speaker for the Annual County Banquet held at the Hotel Pines under the chairmanship of Joseph H. Edgar. Gen. Butler's vigorous address attracted wide Public interest . At the state Convention at..
Legionnaire Elected Governor of New Jersey
Nov 1, 1934
Middlesex County First Secretary Legionnaire Harold G.Hoffman of South Amboy NJ Elected Governor of the State of New Jersey. Harold G Hoffman was the Youngest Governor ever elected up to this time.
Middlesex County First Secretary Legionnaire Harold G.Hoffman of South Amboy NJ Elected Governor of the State of New Jersey. Harold G Hoffman was the Youngest Governor ever elected up to this time.
Children Meet Santa 1934
Dec 21, 1934
During the Heart of the Great Depression Legionnaires and Auxiliary Members bring Hope and Joy to the Children for Christmas. Fugle Hummer Post 65 opened it's Heart to a total of 293 children 203 at the Post Home meeting Santa receiving small gifts eating a dinner. Santa then went to 58 local homes to bring small gifts and Joy to 88 more children.
During the Heart of the Great Depression Legionnaires and Auxiliary Members bring Hope and Joy to the Children for Christmas. Fugle Hummer Post 65 opened it's Heart to a total of 293 children 203 at the Post Home meeting Santa receiving small gifts eating a dinner. Santa then went to 58 local homes to bring small gifts and Joy to 88 more children.
County Commader Frederick E. Ruckriegel 1935
Jan 1, 1935
Frederick E. Ruckriegel was elected Commander of Carteret was elected County Commander at the County Convention Milltown in august 1934. The big achievement was closer communications between Posts and counties. Outstanding was the development of a unified Service Committee to provide a clearing house for various departments of county work. Conferences with Outside Organizations for the purpose of making the Legion's Service Programs known to the General Public and working out plans for co-operation to..
Frederick E. Ruckriegel was elected Commander of Carteret was elected County Commander at the County Convention Milltown in august 1934. The big achievement was closer communications between Posts and counties. Outstanding was the development of a unified Service Committee to provide a clearing house for various departments of county work. Conferences with Outside Organizations for the purpose of making the Legion's Service Programs known to the General Public and working out plans for co-operation to..
Fiftheenth Anniversary Banquet
Feb 11, 1935
Guests of Honor Hon. Harold G Hoffman original Middlesex County American Legion Secretary MR Homer CHAILLAUX NATIONAL Americanism DIRECTOR FOR THE American legion Department Commander C.Richard Allen Outstanding work of 1934 under Commander Russell B. Howell of Highland Park The support given by Middlesex County to the Department of New Jersey Chaplain Rev Fredrick Halloran in providing comforts, books and tobacco for Disabled Veterans in Government Hospitals at Lyons and Menlo Providing a Christmas Party..
Guests of Honor Hon. Harold G Hoffman original Middlesex County American Legion Secretary MR Homer CHAILLAUX NATIONAL Americanism DIRECTOR FOR THE American legion Department Commander C.Richard Allen Outstanding work of 1934 under Commander Russell B. Howell of Highland Park The support given by Middlesex County to the Department of New Jersey Chaplain Rev Fredrick Halloran in providing comforts, books and tobacco for Disabled Veterans in Government Hospitals at Lyons and Menlo Providing a Christmas Party..
Department of New Jersey trip to the "Tomb of the Unknown Soldier"
Apr 19, 1936
Department of New Jersey Trip to the "Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Department of New Jersey Trip to the "Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Memorial Day 1935
May 28, 1936
Getting Ready for the Parade and Services
Getting Ready for the Parade and Services
Memorial Day 1936
May 31, 1936
Headlines of Memorial Day Washington DC,New York City Brooklyn New York Newark New Jersey
Headlines of Memorial Day Washington DC,New York City Brooklyn New York Newark New Jersey
Post Building Fund Drive
Jun 1, 1936
Post building fund drive to do needed repairs and pay off Debts
Post building fund drive to do needed repairs and pay off Debts
Middlesex County Baseball
Aug 10, 1936
The American Legion Baseball Middlesex County
The American Legion Baseball Middlesex County
1940
Aerial Observation Tower
Jan 21, 1941
The War has brought New Worries Aerial Attack on the North American Continent especially the East, West and Gulf Coasts of the United States. There a grew a need for Aerial Observation Towers. One such Tower was proposed in Metuchen New Jersey to Protect Raritan Arsenal Hadley Airfield the New Camp Kilmer.
The War has brought New Worries Aerial Attack on the North American Continent especially the East, West and Gulf Coasts of the United States. There a grew a need for Aerial Observation Towers. One such Tower was proposed in Metuchen New Jersey to Protect Raritan Arsenal Hadley Airfield the New Camp Kilmer.
Memorial Day Parade
May 29, 1941
Memorial day Parade May 29 1941
Memorial day Parade May 29 1941
40/8 Boxcar Burned to provide Scrap for WorldWar 11
Mar 15, 1943
The 40/8 Boxcar was voted on to be scrapped to provide Metal for fighting World War 11.Prior to it's Destruction it was at all New Jersey State Conventions The Boxcar was then stored on a Farm where construction began to Build Camp Kilmer. The Boxcar was then used as a Aerial Observation Post while Camp Kilmer was being constructed. The Boxcar was burned in North Brunswick Scrapyard with 40/8 Executives and Executives of US Gov...
The 40/8 Boxcar was voted on to be scrapped to provide Metal for fighting World War 11.Prior to it's Destruction it was at all New Jersey State Conventions The Boxcar was then stored on a Farm where construction began to Build Camp Kilmer. The Boxcar was then used as a Aerial Observation Post while Camp Kilmer was being constructed. The Boxcar was burned in North Brunswick Scrapyard with 40/8 Executives and Executives of US Gov...
Membership Certficate
May 2, 1946
Membership Certificate 1946
Membership Certificate 1946
Certificate from FBI Director
Jul 4, 1946
Certificate from FBI Director J Edgar Hoover for Meritorious Support in FBI Investigations
Certificate from FBI Director J Edgar Hoover for Meritorious Support in FBI Investigations
1950
Letter Past Cmdr. Post 65 Home and Building Raritan Arsenal
Nov 10, 1959
November 10 1959. Dear Commander Carelton Lake. Thank you for requesting information on my activities with Fugle-Hummer Post 65 of the American Legion. Apparently I was not present at the Organization Meeting but joined about two weeks later. Which barred me from the Honor of being a Charter Member. The Post met at various places until we had our present home .This building was an Annex to the Franklin School and stood on the side..
November 10 1959. Dear Commander Carelton Lake. Thank you for requesting information on my activities with Fugle-Hummer Post 65 of the American Legion. Apparently I was not present at the Organization Meeting but joined about two weeks later. Which barred me from the Honor of being a Charter Member. The Post met at various places until we had our present home .This building was an Annex to the Franklin School and stood on the side..
1960
Veterans and Membership in 1966
Dec 31, 1966
The 1960's
The 1960's
1980
Pot 65 Color Guard
May 28, 1984
Post 65 Color Guard
Post 65 Color Guard
1990
American Legion Diamond Jubilee Year
Mar 1, 1994
the American Legion Diamond Jubilee Certificate Fugle-Hummer Post 65 Metuchen New Jersey
the American Legion Diamond Jubilee Certificate Fugle-Hummer Post 65 Metuchen New Jersey
2000
Memorial Day 2002
May 28, 2002
Memorial Day May 27 2002 Borough of Metuchen in conjunction with Memorial Day Committee Honor the Fallen of September 11 200.Parade Marshall's were Head of Security on that Day. Lt Larocca Engine 11 a Sgt from NYPD and Sgt from Port Authority.All were survivors in the Collapse of the Trade Towers. We honored all who were lost but especially all those who ran to the scene to Rescue those caught in the Towers on that..
Memorial Day May 27 2002 Borough of Metuchen in conjunction with Memorial Day Committee Honor the Fallen of September 11 200.Parade Marshall's were Head of Security on that Day. Lt Larocca Engine 11 a Sgt from NYPD and Sgt from Port Authority.All were survivors in the Collapse of the Trade Towers. We honored all who were lost but especially all those who ran to the scene to Rescue those caught in the Towers on that..
2010
Deparment Commander Mike Wilson Lighting Candle for Douglas Oneill MIA Ho Chi Minh Trail MIA/POW 24 Hour Vigil
Sep 19, 2014
MIA/POW 24 Vigil Sponsored by Members of VVA Chapter 233 and American Legion Post65
MIA/POW 24 Vigil Sponsored by Members of VVA Chapter 233 and American Legion Post65
Ground Breaking new Post
May 7, 2015
Fugle-Hummer Post 65 is named after two US Army Soldiers from Metuchen NJ .Both died on September 24 1918 in separate areas of France. The Post has been at it's present location since June 1932.The Post Home has seen many Dedicated Legionnaires pass through. To include the designer of the Raritan Arsenal,Secretary of the Navy during World War11.Che Dre Ger 1943 1944. The documents tell a Story of many a fight for Veterans from the..
Fugle-Hummer Post 65 is named after two US Army Soldiers from Metuchen NJ .Both died on September 24 1918 in separate areas of France. The Post has been at it's present location since June 1932.The Post Home has seen many Dedicated Legionnaires pass through. To include the designer of the Raritan Arsenal,Secretary of the Navy during World War11.Che Dre Ger 1943 1944. The documents tell a Story of many a fight for Veterans from the..
Fugle-Hummer Post 65 New Home
Oct 5, 2015
The story starts way back to June 1932 Post 65 buys tax sale property of Dr Hunt. Location Holly St. The end of June same year the State of New Jersey takes a piece of Land by eminent domain to build part of Route 1.The post receives abandoned wooden school house from School Board Administrator Dr Carl Roos.The Post has many luminaires and National and Local Achievements. The designer of Raritan Arsenal was a member..
The story starts way back to June 1932 Post 65 buys tax sale property of Dr Hunt. Location Holly St. The end of June same year the State of New Jersey takes a piece of Land by eminent domain to build part of Route 1.The post receives abandoned wooden school house from School Board Administrator Dr Carl Roos.The Post has many luminaires and National and Local Achievements. The designer of Raritan Arsenal was a member..
Dedication New Post Home
Oct 25, 2015
Fugle-Hummer Post 65's new Post Home will be dedicated Sunday October 25 2015.Bugler Ed Cook will sound the Call to Assembly at 1400hours 2:00Pm. John Basilone Detachment will advance the Colors Welcome of Dignitaries and Guest by Commander Walter Zjawin Opening Prayer by Department Chaplain Robert Horn Bugler will play Star Spangled Banner Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America Introduction of Guest and Dignitaries Brief History of Old Post..
Fugle-Hummer Post 65's new Post Home will be dedicated Sunday October 25 2015.Bugler Ed Cook will sound the Call to Assembly at 1400hours 2:00Pm. John Basilone Detachment will advance the Colors Welcome of Dignitaries and Guest by Commander Walter Zjawin Opening Prayer by Department Chaplain Robert Horn Bugler will play Star Spangled Banner Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America Introduction of Guest and Dignitaries Brief History of Old Post..
Memorial Day May 30 2016
May 30, 2016
This will be a New line of March due to Major Construction of Parking Deck and 279 apartments. Grand Marshall Sgt. Austin Banks World War 11.Austin Banks was a Munford Marine and received the Congressional Gold Medal in 2012 for his service in World War 11.
This will be a New line of March due to Major Construction of Parking Deck and 279 apartments. Grand Marshall Sgt. Austin Banks World War 11.Austin Banks was a Munford Marine and received the Congressional Gold Medal in 2012 for his service in World War 11.
Road March Carry the Load in Honor of Memorial Day
May 2, 2017
Post 65 will have the Honor again this year to be a stopping point in support of Carry the Load Organization on the Eastern Road March from West Point New York to Dallas Texas. The western March is from Seattle Washington to Dallas Texas. The purpose of the Organization and the Road March is to bring the True Meaning of the National Holliday of "MEMORIAL DAY". The Road March leg from Perth Amboy NJ is..
Post 65 will have the Honor again this year to be a stopping point in support of Carry the Load Organization on the Eastern Road March from West Point New York to Dallas Texas. The western March is from Seattle Washington to Dallas Texas. The purpose of the Organization and the Road March is to bring the True Meaning of the National Holliday of "MEMORIAL DAY". The Road March leg from Perth Amboy NJ is..
Memorial Day Parade
May 29, 2017
May 29 2017 Memorial Day Parade in Metuchen will start at 10:00AM on Monday . Grand Marshall will be Charles Moore a Navy Veteran and also a Retired Police Officer. Theme of the Parade will be Honoring US Veterans who continued to SERVE and Protect by becoming "LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS"
May 29 2017 Memorial Day Parade in Metuchen will start at 10:00AM on Monday . Grand Marshall will be Charles Moore a Navy Veteran and also a Retired Police Officer. Theme of the Parade will be Honoring US Veterans who continued to SERVE and Protect by becoming "LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS"
Vets Chat and Chew
Mar 7, 2018
Vets Chat and Chew is a program to help Veterans prepare the proper Nutrional Food to improve Mental Health and Eliminate Depression.
This is a Six Week Program 2 hours once a week Instructions and Preparation taught by Nutrionist Chef.
Program at Post 65 starting March 7 th at 6:00PM till 8:00PM ending April 11th 2018
Placement of Flags at Cemeteries
May 26, 2018
We will gather at Hillside Cemetery Metuchen at 9:30 Am Saturday Morning May 26 2018.We will remove all Veterans Flags and replace with NEW Flags. After which we will move to Colonial Cemetery by Railroad Station and Main St.Remove all old Flags and replace with New Flags.There are 36 Revolutuionary Soldiers Buried there 25 Milyia Patriots.
Then we will move to Presbyterian Cemetery on Woodbridge Ave.There are Vetrerans buried there from the CIVIL WAR to the..
MEMORIAL DAY PARADE 2018 THEME
May 28, 2018
Memorial Day Parade 2018 Theme for the Parade on May 28 2018 will be " AMERICAN LEGION CENTENNIAL YEAR"
Grand Marshalls will be CWO 4 Isabelle Giordano USNR Retired and Sargent First Class Verna Martin US Army Retired.Speaker will be Post Commander Walter Zjawin who will be Speaker at the MEMORIAL PARADE Ceromony. The Topic will be the American Legion accomplishments of the past 100 years both Nationaly and Locally.This will lead up to Department of..
2020
CELEBRATION of LIFE AUSTIN BANKS
Dec 29, 2021
Celebrating the Life of Munford Marine AUSTIN BANKS
