Mar 11, 1919
1919 The bridge at Chateau Thierry over the Marne River where the American Army stopped the German advance. This print is by Schultz print AEF 191 and property of American Legion Post 223.

Mar 11, 1919
1919 The Argonne Forest from the American front lines, near four De Paris. This restored print is by Schultz print AEF 191 and is the property of Post 223.

Apr 11, 1919
1919 Old glory flies from Ehren Breitstein Fortress where the Rhine and Mosul Rivers meet Coblenze, Germany. Thie restored print by Schultz printAEF 126 and is the property of American Legion Post 223.

May 1, 1919
This Photo is the property of the Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 World’s Great War for Democracy photo with General John J. Pershing. In June 1903, Pershing was ordered to return to the United States. President Theodore Roosevelt, taken by Pershing's ability, petitioned the Army General Staff to promote Pershing to colonel. At the time, Army officer promotions were based primarily on seniority rather than merit,[15] and although there was widespread acknowledgment that Pershing should..

May 5, 1919
May 5, 1919 World War 1 Whippet Tank on square May 5, 1919 on Victory Loan Campaign at Shippensburg, Pa. The Medium Tank Mk A (also known as the "Whippet") was an armored vehicle specifically designed to exploit breaches in the battle lines created by heavier lozenge-shaped combat tanks such as the Mark 1 series. The Whippet went on to become the most successful British tank of the war and was used to spearhead assaults,..

Aug 15, 1919
As World War I was drawing to a close, the men and officers of the American Expeditionary Force in France felt that they would like to have a way of maintaining the bonds and friendships that they had made during the Great War. They had worked together and supported one another in the battles of the Argonne Forest, Ypres, and the Marne. They were searching for a way to continue this fellowship when the returned..

Jan 27, 1920
The members of the Post met in the Redding Studio on North Earl Street to organize as a permanent post. The following officers were selected for the year. George H. Stewart Jr. Post commander, Lee M. Hale, vice-commander, Charles A. Kent, adjutant, Linn Murray finance officer and Lawerence Warren chaplain. The annual dues were set at $5.10 $1 to be paid to the national organization and .50 to the state organization, and $3.60 to the..

Mar 9, 1920
March 9, 1920 This 48 star flag was presented to the Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223 March 9, 1920 by Charles A. Wolfe of Los Angeles, California, who was living in Pittsburgh. Pa. as a memento. This flag having been placed on the railroad just east of Pittsburgh, September 18, 1901 as the funeral train of President William McKinley passed by on its way to Canton, Ohio, where the President was buried September..

Jun 16, 1920
In June of 1920 in Allentown PA at the Pennsylvania's first formal American Legion convention, the American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Pennsylvania was established. Their charter was granted from the temporary National Headquarters In New York.

Nov 1, 1920
At Spring Hill Cemetery----The closet Shippensburg has to a public monument is the one in Spring Hill Cemetery in honor of William Cloyd Ashwell, right, the first soldier from this community to die in World War 1. He is shown with his brother Ralph Ashwell

Jan 29, 1921
1921 WW1 Members of the Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223 in the year 1921 standing in front of Methodist Church, Shippensburg, Pa., on East King Street. Photo was donated to Post 223 by Peggy Shank Kachon in memory of her father Harry Shank, a Charter Member of the Post. Most of the men in this photo are all charter members. Actual month and day are unknown

Feb 14, 1921
A memorial service was held in the Church of God at which time the enlarged photos of the nine veterans of Shippensburg who were killed in action or died of disease were unveiled. They were: William Clyde Ashwell, William H. Durff, Oscar M. Hykes, Morrow Brown, Charles Newcomer, Robert Price, Willis Coleman, Calvin Lee Shoap, and John Smith.

Sep 21, 1921
The American Legion Post #223 was named for Oscar M. Hykes, the son of the later Mr. and Mrs. George E. Hykes formerly of 48 West King St. He was trained at Fort Lee, Va and then was assigned to H Company of the 146th Ohio Infantry Regiment of the 37th Division. With this unit he went overseas in June, 1918 He took part in the Battle of Baccarat, the Battle of the Meuse-Argonne, and..

Oct 1, 1921
A military funeral was held for Oscar m. Hykes, KIA (killed in action) upon return from France for reburial in Springhill Cemetery.

Jan 1, 1922
A Ladies Auxiliary to the Oscar M. Hykes Post was formally organized. The ladies had demonstrated their interest in the post during previous months by helping secure the equipment, piano, and rugs for the meeting room.

Mar 1, 1922
The first American Legion baseball team was organized and a season of games with other teams scheduled.

Aug 15, 1922
1922 August 15 The American Cemetery in France 125,000 Graves. This photo has been restored and the original is in a climate controlled safe at Post 223. The original was donated to the post by the first Post Commander, George H. Stewart August 15, 1922.

Mar 1, 1923
Ten rifles were purchased and a case constructed for their care. A rifle squad was organized so that the members could participate in all patriotic and memorial services.

Feb 1, 1924
A resolution of condolences was passed by the post and sent to Mrs. Woodrow Wilson, regretting the death of her husband. President of the U.S. during WW!.

Jul 2, 1925
Shippensburg has never fallen down when it came to answering a call for help. The latest call came from the Oscar M. Hykes Post, American Legion, and was for a contribution of $1,800, being our quota for a $ 5,000 Endowment Fund to take care of the orphans of World War soldiers. The appeal for help was not in vain, Shippensburg subscribed its full quota.

Nov 1, 1926
The Legion Post 223 marched with the V.F.W Post #1394 in the Armistice Day parade. From 1926 on it became a tradition for the V.F.W to name its chairman of the Armistice day arrangements and the Legion Post 223 to name its chairman of the Memorial Day arrangements.

May 1, 1927
Comrade Earl Wynkoop was chairman of the Memorial Day arrangements and provide a firing squad, police protection, and marching unitfor the colored parade held in the morning of Memorial Day. The main parade was held in the afternoon. This arrangement became a traditional custom in Shippensburg from then on

Sep 10, 1930
September, 1930 The following officers were elected to serve the post for the year 1931: Commander--Guy Cramer 1st Vice Commander--Bruce Cramer 2nd Vice Commander--Sydney Zullinger Adjutant--Howard Crownover Finance Officer--Walter Moorehead Historian--George McCollough Chaplain--Rev. W.H. Galbreath The post purchased the building on West King St, their first property, and started removing partitions to make it into a meeting room and headquarters. Remodeling was done under the supervision of Comrade Sid Zullinger.

Oct 14, 1930
October, 1930 A street fair and festival was held under the direction of Comrade Walter Mitten and a net profit of $71.00 was made for the post October, 1930 A street fair and festival was held under the direction of Comrade Walter Mitten and a net profit of $71.00 was made for the post

Jan 21, 1931
A smoker was held in the Post room with free nicotine for all. 1931 dues it is commendable on the part of members of the Post during these lean years that followed 1931 that the faithful few members who sometimes gathered for meetings always scraped up money to pay the Post bills, send in their per capita tax, and thus retain the charter. This Oscar M. Hykes post history notebook won fifth place in the..

Feb 1, 1931
February, 1931 Plumbing was installed in the meeting room. May, 1931 Comrade Fred Hargleroad served as chairman of the Memorial Day arrangements. The Ladies Auxiliary and Legion members worked together in the conduct of the annual poppy sales. June, 1931 A benefit card party was held in the post room and a net profit of $6.89 was earned. October, 1931 The following officers were elected to serve the post for the year 1932: Commander--Frank Ferraris..

Jan 14, 1932
January, 1932 Balance of funds in the post treasury in the amount of $139.00. Note: No further records for 1932

Jun 14, 1934
Summer of 1934 During the summer of 1934 a local talent play was presented on the stage of the State Teachers College to raise funds. Comrade John Smith was the business manager of the play.

Jul 4, 1936
July 4, 1936 The Fourth of July celebration is well remembered. The affair was in the nature of a festival with large scale fireworks late in the evening. This was one of the biggest Independence Day celebration in local history and a record crowd gathered on Eckles Field where it was held.

Jan 4, 1937
This picture is owned by Post 223, and was taken in Shippensburg. History In 1934, residents of Marietta, Ohio, began discussing plans for a formal acknowledgment of the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Northwest Territory, to be commemorated in 1937. The movement captured the attention of the United States government, which formally established a 14-person Northwest Territory Celebration Commission in August 1935. The commission, whose members included President Franklin D. Roosevelt, organized commemorative..

Jan 4, 1937
1937 This document is owned by Post 223. List of names of the Reenactors of the 150th Anniversary of the Northwest Territory Celebration.

Jan 4, 1937
This picture is owned by Post 223. 1937 The Shippensburg Band and the Honor Guard that is behind the band were comprised of the American Legion Post 223 and the Fort Morris Chapter of WW1 Veterans led the Reenactors of the 150th Anniversary of the Northwest Celebration in a parade. Photo was taken at the corner of West King Street and Queen Street Shippensburg, Pa.

Mar 1, 1938
1938 The Reenactors of the 150th Anniversary of the North West Territory that started their journey at Ipswich Mass. reach their destination with a warm welcome in Marietta Ohio

Oct 10, 1939
October, 1939 It was decided to have the annual turkey fair Friday evening November 17th and Monday evening November 20th. Commander Goodhart said he was going to present the Public School with a new flag in the name of the Legion; he also said there were one hundred schools in the county and only ten were flying American flags It was discussed we the Legion draw up a resolution to the Department of Public School..

Feb 12, 1940
Wilbur Goodhart Born 1896 Died 1981. Wilbur Goodhart World War 1 Veteran and Past Commander of the American Legion Post 223 serving the post for the year 1940 poses with his and his wife’s uniforms at the Smithsonian Institute to which he donated.

Sep 9, 1940
It was decided to send a birthday to General Pershing on Sept. 13, his 80th birthday. ( John J. Pershing 1860-1948 commanded the American Expeditionary Forces in France during World war 1)

Sep 1, 1941
Under the direction ofComrade E.J Hunter and Comradeharold Henrey three aircraft observation posts were being manned in the community to spot and report all aircraft to Olmstead Field. These were located in Pleasant Hill School, the Franklin Farm north of Newburg, and the roof of the American Legion building W. King St. ( WW11 apprehension and fear was in the air. Hitler had invaded Poland and his submarines were roving the Atlantic; Pearl Harbor was..

Nov 1, 1941
Commander R.V Mitten appointed Comrades E.J Wynkoop, R.W Lemaster, and Fred Varner to set up a home guard in Shippensburg as a part of the home defense during World War 11. Henry Luhrs chairman of the Shippensburg Home Defense was notified of the Legions move.

May 1, 1942
Bulletin from National Headquarters was read announcing the amendment to the National Constituion which will admit to American legion Membership the honorably discharged veterans of WW11.

Jul 1, 1942
It was decided that the Post become the custodian of the caisson used in military and semi- military funerals and it is to be stored in the American Legion's garage. Comrade Wilbur Goodhart conducted a victory bond sale at the State Theater to boost bond sales in the Shippensburg community.

Mar 19, 1943
Comrade w. H Eckenrode reported that the children of Comrade Ziegler buried 19th of March 1943, were admitted to the Pennsylvania Soldiers Orphans School at Scotland. Comrade Guy Cramer reported that the 40 & 8 had raised some money to purchase playing cards for sending to boys in the service. The 40 & 8 was a branch of the American Legion. It took the name 40 & 8 from the box cars used on French..

Apr 1, 1943
Flags and markers were ordered for marking of graves of deceased comrades in local cemeteries

May 1, 1943
May 1943 Action was taken to pay the dues of all Sons of the Legion who are in the military service of World War 2

Nov 1, 1943
Nov 1943 The post purchased four lots of four graves in section 16 of Springhill Cemetery for the burial of indigent veterans and these lots to be put in perpetual care by the post.

Feb 10, 1944
Feb. 1944 The Constitution of the Post were revised for the admission into membership of all World War 11 veterans who served during the emergency period of the war and were honorably discharged.

Mar 28, 1944
March 1944 William Burkhart inserted the following note; although post minutes do not record the exact month of the transaction. It was in the past year of 1944 that the Morris Hotel Building 15 W. King St. was purchased for conversion into Oscar M. Hykes post 223. Also a state liquor license was purchased and the first floor was made into a lobby and bar. The Morrison Blue Room on the second floor was converted..

Aug 1, 1944
August 1944 The 25th anniversary of the organization of the Oscar M. Hykes Post was celebrated in the posts new home with Past Commander George H. Stewart, the posts organizer and first commander, as the speaker.

Oct 15, 1944
October 1944 A contribution of 10 cents per member was made to the Pennsylvania Soldiers Orphan School at Scotland Pa. via the Legion State Department.

May 13, 1945
In the words of John Fague John Fague 2nd replacement Merle Carpenter Lintz Austriala May 1945 Behind us are new houses built for SS soldiers who managed the concentration camps. My German Luger is on my belt. My trench knife is in my right boot.

Sep 1, 1945
Sept. 1945 A donation of $50.00 was given the Daughters of 1812 for the upkeep of the old cemetery "God's Acre" at the rear of the municipal building(Now home of the Vigilant Fire Company).

Sep 2, 1945
In the morning of 2 September 1945, more than two weeks after accepting the Allies terms, Japan formally surrendered. The ceremonies, less than half an hour long, took place on board the battleship USS Missouri, anchored with other United States' and British ships in Tokyo Bay. It was an extensively photographed occasion, and, despite overcast weather, generated many memorable images. One of the photographers was a local Shippensburg veteran, Ernie Agle, and former member of..

Nov 1, 1945
Nov. 1945 The Post contributed $1500 to the Carlisle Hospital fund and $1500 to the Chambersburg Hospital Fund. Also at a cost of $3600 the post paid for the furnishing and expense of a new room in the proposed Chambersburg Hospital addition to be known as the American Legion Room.

Dec 1, 1945
Dec. 1945 A letter was written and approved for sending to senators Francis Myers and Joseph Guffey and congressmen John Kunkle and Ramsey Black asking that action be speeded up on the construction of a new post office in Shippensburg. The post sponsored a Christmas show at the State Theater for the local children and passed out gifts of candy and fruit as they left the theater. The Post also helped financially the State Department's..

Dec 1, 1945
Dec. 1945 A letter was written and approved for sending to senators Francis Myers and Joseph Guffey and congressmen John Kunkle and Ramsey Black asking that action be speeded up on the construction of a new post office in Shippensburg. The post sponsored a Christmas show at the State Theater for the local children and passed out gifts of candy and fruit as they left the theater. The Post also helped financially the State Department's..

Jan 15, 1946
Jan 1946 A panel discussion was held in the post room to make clear the veteran's position in federal employment under Civil Service and what preference be had for employment. Panel consisted of Letterkenny, the American Legion, Col. Coffey, C.O. Harper Shoap, Capt. Harold Mooney, G.L. Fogelsanger, Lt. Joseph Brunner, Arthur Burkhart, Marion Bell, Wilbur Goodhart, Zeke Hodges, Howard Crownover, and Allen Dubbs.

Mar 10, 1946
March 1946 Approximately 200 new members, veterans of World War 11 were initiated into membership in Post 223 by the ritual team from Post #27, Harrisburg, at a special ceremony held at the State Teachers College gymnasium.

May 10, 1946
May 1946 A memorial Plaque was purchased by the pos commemorating the members of the student alumni and student body, SSTC, who entered the military service and made the supreme sacrifice in World War 11. The plaque was installed on the front campus. The new drum and bugle corps uniforms were purchased and the corps was able to make an entry in the Memorial Day celebration. A Memorial Day celebration costing the post $1000.00 was..

Jul 14, 1946
July 1946 A vote on the type of World War 11 memorial favored by local veterans resulted in a 99% vote for a memorial park.

Sep 10, 1946
Sept 1946 Gold engraved life membership cards bearing the Legion emblem were purchased for all the post's past commanders and awarded as tribute of respect for these Legionaires. Oct. 1946 The Sons of the Legion Drum and Bugle corps was revived and put on a stable basis with a donation of $500.00 from the Legion Post. A donation of $100.00 was made by the Legion Auxiliary. Nov. 1946 Comrade Charles Koontz was named chairman of..

Apr 1, 1947
April 1947 All Gold Star Mothers were granted life membership in the American Legion Auxiliary. May 1947 The post extended a welcome to the newly organized Purple Heart Chapter to use its room as their meeting place. The invitation was bolstered by the donation of a set of colors for the new unit by the post. Aug. 1947 A donation of $10000.00 to the community's Veteran Memorial Park was approved by both the Home Association..

Nov 1, 1948
Nov. 1948 A thermal oxygen tent with regulator was purchased at a cost of $99.50 by the Oscar M. Hykes Post for the C.V. Hose Company. Service Officer Bailey was instructed to furnish spending money to the two Mooney children in the Scotland School as he judged wise during the year. Dec. 1948 a drill team to be known as the Minute Men of the American Legion was organized in December with B.W Brechbiel, chairman..

Feb 1, 1949
Feb. 1949 The post sponsored as in the previous years the annual military ball for the Scotland School. The Minute Men attended the affair in uniform, this being their initial appearance in their newly acquired uniforms. May 1949 Working with the other veteran posts of Shippensburg, the Oscar m. Hykes Post helped finance and place markers on veteran graves in Springhill Cemetery. The post previously approved the appropriation of $10000.00 for the Memorial Park and..

Mar 3, 1949
Photo of Oscar M.Hykes as a child the American Legion Post 223 namesake with his mother Bessie and his father George. Photo was taken at guess would be 1905-1906. A tribute was later written by American Legion Post 223 Historian William H. Burkhart and it reads as follows: The Youth As a lad in Shippensburg where he was born and reared, Oscar M. Hykes lived a happy normal life in that “turn of the century”..

Jun 22, 1949
The First Keystone Girls' Camp (later to be known as Keystone Girls state), was held June 22 to July 2, 1949. It was held in Gettysburg with 150 girls in attendance.

Sep 10, 1949
September, 1949 Post officers installed for the following year officers for the new year. Comander-Benjamin Brechbiel, first Vice-Charles Koontz, Second Vice-Glenn Rotz, Finance Officer-Fred Squires, Adjutant-Russell Alpaugh, Historian-William H. Burkhart, Chaplain-Mark Snoke, Service Officer-George Baily, and Sgt at Arms-Wilbur Minor. October, 1949 The post entered its drum and bugle corps in the grand parade of Pennsylvania Week costumed as Indians and won first place.Sgt at Arms-Wilbur Minor. William Burkhart, Chairman of the graves registration work..

Jan 1, 1950
Jan. 1950 The bowling team was provided with T shirts. Post adjutant Russell Alpaugh, reported that the post had 525 paid up memberships as of 1 January, putting it over the top of its quota at first of the year and making the post eligible for the Membership Certificate award. The post had collected several cases of toys, some new and some used , for shipment to Europe via National Headquarters. The annual Past Commanders'..

Jan 1, 1951
January, 1951 Wilbur Minor, Chairman of the post's TOT's program, reported that a large assortment of toys had been crated and shipped by express to Philadelphia, collecting point for the Pennsylvania Department's toys for tots overseas. Announcement was made that the post leading in the 19th District in the membership drive. February, 1951 The post contributed $120.00 toward the American Legion 19th District Hospital Entertainment program. Military Ball at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' Orphan School at..

Jan 1, 1952
January, 1952 The post voted approval of organizing a veterans council in Shippensburg, this being and official organization representing all posts in Shippensburg whose main objective is to be carrying on the civic projects which requires the united effort of all veteran posts. John Snoke, a past Commander of the VFW post, was elected the first president of the council. This group will consist of all Commanders of all posts plus two other post members..

Aug 13, 1952
CHAIN, WILLIAM B., JR. Citation: The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to William B. Chain, Jr. (1092552), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as a Squad Leader of Company F, Second Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces in the Republic of Korea on the..

Jan 1, 1953
January, 1953 These comrades of World war 1 were reported approved for life membership in the post based on 15 years paid-up membership. Harry Smith, Wendell Shoop, James Burke, R. Paul Smith, and Mike Billys. February, 1953 William Burkhart, H.A. Crownover, and Charles Koontz arranged for and built a flag pole and stand for presentation to the MT. Piskah A.M.E Colored Church. Burkhart did the shop work on the pole and base. Commander Eisenhower presented..

Jan 1, 1954
January, 1954 The post named H.A. Crownover to serve as trustee for the American Legion on the board of the Shippensburg Public Library for a term of 5 years. Crownover had served in this position for a previous term of 5 years which he had just completed. February, 1954 Past Commander's night was observed by the post 4 February with Past Commander George Stewart serving as master of ceremonies. He gave a very detailed account..

Jan 1, 1955
January, 1955 The graves Registration Committee, William Burkhart, chairman, ordered and obtained the placement of headstones with County funds of these two veterans: Charles W. Harr and Ralph E. Naugle. February, 1955 Commander Heberlig and Chaplain Burkhart attended the Back to God meeting held in Palmyra Legion Post and brought 7,000 free tickets to Shippensburg for distribution over the community. These tickets were given to the local dairies and distributed to community homes with the..

Jan 1, 1956
January, 1956 The post purchased a flag for the Kline school through the PTA for use on the school's display standard. Cost was $5.00. February, 1956 The annual Military ball given at Scotland School 17 February with Tiny Wright's Orchestra furnishing the music was a huge success. Mark Hemminger was the post's chairman in charge of the affair. March, 1956 Past Commander's Night was held at the post home on 5 March with Attorney William..

Jul 1, 1957
July, 1957 The following officers were elected to serve the post for the year 1957-1958: Commander-Lee Myers Jr., first Vice Commander-Kenneth Miller, Second Vice Commander-Eugene Koontz, Chaplain-Rev. Leroy McKelvey, Finance Officer-Howard Crownover, Sgt at Arms-Ambrose Naugle, Servie Officer Charles Koontz, Historian-William H. Burkhart, Adjutant (appointed)_Kenneth Coleman. September, 1957 Commander Robert Sheaffer of the Legion 19th District with a team of county nd district officers installed the above listing of post officers. this was a joint..

Feb 1, 1958
February, 1958 State Commander John W. Collins was present at the annual Past Commander's night celebration and awarded Ellsworth Naugle the gold life membership as the post's traditional expression of gratitude toward its past Commanders. The Tiny Wright Orchestra provided entertainment at the annual Military Ball for the students at the Scotland School for Veterans Children. The evening was spent in dancing in the gymnasium which the students had decorated in an attractive manner. this..

May 1, 1958
May, 1958 Donald Rolar, chairman of the Essay Contest project sponsored by the post for seniors of the high school, completed the job with four seniors winning prizes as follows: Dorothy Angle 1st place prize $25.00 Savings Bond Patricia Dyer 2nd place prize $10.00 Bruce Wyrick 3rd place prize $5.00 Theresa Cocklin 4th place prize $1.00 Harper Coleman was chairman of the annual Memorial day observance that was sponsored by the Shippensburg Veterans Council. (The..

Jan 1, 1959
January, 1959 Comrade William Burkhart completed the research and writing of an historical paper on the records of two Shippensburg generals in the Civil War. One was General Samuel Sturgis, Jr., who was born in Shippensburg 11 June 1822, graduate from the United States Military Academy at West Point in the class of 1846 and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery. The other was General David Middlecoff who rose thru the ranks of the Pennsylvania..

Jan 1, 1960
January, 1960 The annual college and high school football banquet was held in the Shippensburg state College dining room 11 Jan, 1960. comrade B.W. Brechbiel was general chairman and Lee Myers Jr. was the master of ceremonies. The post paid its final installment of $300.00 in completing its $1000.00 pledge to the Shippensburg Community Library Which is now occupying the remolded former home of Past Commander George H. Stewart Jr., W. King Street. The posts..

Feb 1, 1961
February, 1961 Past Commanders Night: Department Commander Hoak gave the address of the evening and presented a gold life membership card to William Burkhart, immediate past commander of the post. March, 1961 the post by a close vote approved the placement of two lots in spring Hill Cemetery where veterans of the past wars are buried into perpetual care for the price of $80.00. In previous years the post had been placing three such lots..

Feb 10, 1961
World War 1 Vets meet at the Fort Morris Barracks Feb 10 1961. These men are also members of American Legion Post 223. First row, left to right: John Heberlig, Earl Brindle, Howard Crownover, Fred Squires Second row left to right Roy Martin, Roy Heckman, Frank Cressler and George McCullogh

Sep 1, 1961
William Burkhart graves registration chairman of Post 223 on left with unknown helper ready to place flag on the grave of Oscar M Hykes, Post 223 namesake

Jan 1, 1962
January, 1962 A $100.0 death benefit was paid to the widow of Donald kauffman. February, 1962 Past Commanders Night was observed 1 February with lee Myers Jt., deputy 19th District Commander, serving as toastmaster. Pennsylvania State Commander George Bruno was the honored guest and gave the address that evening. Past Commanders of the post who were present were: H.a. Crownover, Fred Squires, Wilber Goodhart, Harvey Eckenrode, Earl Brindle, william Burkhart, mark snoke, B.W. Brechbiel, Kenneth..

Jan 1, 1963
January, 1963 Death benefits were paid to WW1 members beneficiaries: Roy Martin, Norman Sharp and Mike Billys. February, 1963 The post again sponsored the spring dance in the Scotland School gymnasium with Don Peebles' Orchestra furnishing the music, 22 February. The SKF Plant donated their uniforms to the American legion Junior Baseball Team, a project that the post is continuing again this year for boys between the ages of 14 to 18. Past commanders Night..

Jan 1, 1964
January, 1964 The post undertook an oratorical contest this year and offered an $18.75 war Bond to the winner. the post also offered the same prize, an $18.75 war Bond, to the winner of its annual essay contest to be continued this year as in the past years. Contestants in these contests are seniors in the Shippensburg Senior High School. A death benefit fund of $100.00 was paid to the beneficiary of life member Paul..

Jan 1, 1965
January, 1965 Veterans Council meeting held January 11, 1965 for election of officers for the council at the VFW Post 6168. February, 1965 Death Benefit of $100.00 was paid to Mrs. Elsie Hall, beneficiary of Wesley Kauffman a member in good standing. Kenneth Rhone was elected Senior Vice Commander of the Cumberland County Council to replace Michael Shaner. March, 1965 Past commanders night 18 March 1965: Past Commander Lee Myers Jr. was the Toastmaster for..

Aug 18, 1965
1965 Dedication of the new Shippensburg Post Office with American Legion Post 223 on front left and VFW Post 6168 Commander Lester Brandt

Jan 1, 1966
January,1966 Motion was made and approved to send Erwin Mears to keystone Boys State February,1966 Death Benefit of $100.00 was paid to the beneficiary of William F. Bloser. $300.00 donation made to the American Legion Baseball Team. March, 1966 Death Benefit of $100.00 was paid to the beneficiary of John Frick a member in good standing. Death Benefit of $100.00 was paid to beneficiary of Robert A. McCleaf a member in good standing. A donation..

Jan 1, 1967
January, 1967 It was announced that the annual Past Commander's Night will be held march 16th 1967. February, 1967 It was announced that a Valentine Dance and Show will be held at the Post Home on Saturday night February 11th, 1967. Costs were paid for the Orchestra at the Scotland School Spring Dance sponsored by the post. March, 2 1967 Emblem Division's were purchased for six school awards, a Gold Ring for the Past Commander..

Jan 1, 1968
January, 1968 A motion was made and approved by the post that we support the Shippensburg State College in their presentation of a Declaration supporting the boys fighting in Vietnam. The Post will sponsor one bus for transportation to and from Washington, DC at a cost of $135.00. Guests from Shippensburg State College Mr. Sponseller and Mr. William Stains who discussed their project supporting the boys in Vietnam, Mr. Sponseller stated that the program had..

Jan 1, 1969
January, 1969 Death Benefit of $100.00 paid to beneficiary of Donald E. Gunnsells and $100 paid to beneficiary of James W. Kirk. February, 1969 Death Benefit of $100.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Earl C. Kramer. The Junior American legion Baseball will be sponsored by the Post at a cost of $678.18 March, 1969 Lee Myers Jr. Chairman of the 50th Anniversary of the American Legion Committee reported on the concert held Sunday afternoon..

Mar 2, 1969
March 1969 Story: The Shippensburg Veterans Council made up of the VFW Post 6168, the Oscar M. Hykes Post 223 American Legion, and the Fort Morris Barracks, World war 1, held a brief memorial service for Gen. Dwight David Eisenhower on a Sunday afternoon. Conducting the service were, in the center of the picture, left to right, Rev. Forest Wiest, pastor of the First Church of God, who offered the invocation, Rev. William J Turner,..

Mar 15, 1969
March, 1969 Post 223 was presented The American Legion Award: The Golden Year Post of Distinction Birthday Award 50th Anniversary, March 15-17, 1969. In Recognition of an outstanding contribution to the strength of The American Legion and a continuing program of services and activities dedicated to the welfare of Community, State and Nation signed by National Commander William C. Doyle.

Jan 1, 1970
January, 1970 Death benefit of $100.00 paid to beneficiary of Gerald O. Swanger. The post will again sponsor the Scotland School Spring Dance which will be held Friday March 13, 1970 with the Phil Young Orchestra. February, 1970 A committee was formed to construct a float for the parades. The committee consisted of Lee Myers Jr. as chairman, Charles Koontz, Ambrose Naugle, William Ramsey and Tommy Everett. Death Benefit of $100.00 was paid to the..

Jan 1, 1970
January, 1970 Death benefit of $100.00 paid to beneficiary of Gerald O. Swanger. The post will again sponsor the Scotland School Spring Dance which will be held Friday March 13, 1970 with the Phil Young Orchestra. February, 1970 A committee was formed to construct a float for the parades. The committee consisted of Lee Myers Jr. as chairman, Charles Koontz, Ambrose Naugle, William Ramsey and Tommy Everett. Death Benefit of $100.00 was paid to the..

Mar 1, 1970
Thomas Payne installed as new post commander for 1970--1971

Jul 4, 1970
Post Commander elect Tom Payne and Eugene Koontz look at trophiesto be awarded at the July 4, 1970 swimming contest at Memorial Park

Jan 1, 1971
January, 1971 A donation of $50.00 was made to the Newton Baker Veterans Hospital for their activities program, furnishing Trade Books as prizes to the veterans participating in the many activities of the hospital. February, 1971 Thirty six bowling trophies were presented to the Veterans Hospital at Martinsburg West Virginia. SPECIAL DONATION---Members of the Winter Duckpin Bowling League of the VA Center, Martinsburg were the recipients of a donation of $50.00 (200 canteen books) from..

Sep 1, 1971
Veterans Day Program 1971 with General D. E. breakfield retired left, was the speaker. Shown with him are Charles Ott, master of ceremonies, and Tom Everett, commander, Oscar M. Hykes Post 223, American Legion.

Jan 1, 1972
January, 1972 A motion was made and approved to send two boys to Keystone Boys State at a cost of $120.00 to the post. Shirts for the Bowling Team were purchased from the Department at a cost of $6.95 each. It was announced that the Spring dance at Scotland School will be held March 17, 1972 at 8:00 P.M. February, 1972 It was announced that the two boys who are going to Keystone Boys State..

Jan 18, 1972
Ambrose E. Naugle a member of American Legion Post 223 named Asst. Department Sgt at Arms 1972

Mar 15, 1973
Legion citations were awarded at the 54th anniversary of the American Legion

Aug 1, 1973
August, 1973 Thomas a. Payne, past commander to the Shippensburg American Legion Post 223, was elected and installed as Commander of the 19th District of the American Legion of the Central Section of Pennsylvania. The 19th district is comprised of Cumberland, Dauphin and Lebanon counties and has the largest membership in the state, with 19,308 Legionnaires and 38 posts. The first District Commander to come from Post 223, Payne is a native of Tifton Georgia..

Nov 15, 1973
Commander Tom Everett and Frank Glessner, junior vice commander display the flag presented to the Morristown Elementary School, in the spirit of Veteran’s Day November 1973

Feb 1, 1974
Legion Celebrates 55th Anniversary> Post Commander presents Larry Lininger his 1974 dues for being the 1000th member of the American Legion Post 223

Mar 1, 1974
March, 1974 The 55th anniversary of the founding of the American Legion was observed by the Oscar M. Hykes Post 223, Shippensburg. Cutting the cake from left to right are: Tom Payne 19th District Commander, Edward T. Hoak, Department Adjutant, Eugene Eichelberger, Central Section Commander, Don H. Jeffery, State Commander, and Tom Everett. Commander of Post 223.

Mar 1, 1974
Tom Everett Commander of the American legion receives a plaque from Ron Mull past president, and Jim Brittain on the right, current president of the Veterans Club at Shippensburg state College. The award was given by the organization, Shippensburg Association of Collegiate Veterans from SSC, to the American Legion for services and courtesies extended to them.

May 1, 1974
Charles Koontz, a past officer of the American Legion Post 223, receives his life membership plaque from Donald Jeffery, the Pennsylvania State Department Commander, Also receiving life memberships at Post 223 were: Charles Alpaugh, left, Post Adjutant, and Tom Payne, right, Past Post Commander and presently Commander of the 19th District.

Jun 1, 1974
Legion Post 223 sponsors boys State program 1974 with Commander Tom Everett pictured with Legion cap.

Sep 12, 1974
Commander Tom Everett center receives gavel from 19th District Commander Tom Payne pictured on left at post installation of officers September 1974 with Charles Ott Cumberland County Commander pictured on the right.

Jan 13, 1975
January, 1975 Death Benefits of $100.00 were paid to the beneficiary of Harry Bigler. A donation of $10.00 was made to operation Santa Claus. 50 American Legion license plates wer bought and to be sold for $2.50 each. Three jackets were purchased for Track Team at the Shippensburg High School. February, 1975 $1000 was put into a certificate of deposit and $400.00 into the savings account. Death Benefits of $100.00 were paid to the beneficiary..

May 12, 1975
May, 1975 Wilbur Goodhart, World War 1 veteran and member of the American Legion Post 223, marches in the Shippensburg Memorial Day Parade with the American Legion Minutemen. The photo of Wilbur is titled "The Last Mile" Wilbur went to be with the Supreme Commander before the next Memorial Day. The photo is displayed on the wall of Post 223. Wilbur's uniform along with his wife Mildred's uniform as she was a Word War 1..

Jan 2, 1976
January, 1976 death Benefits of $100.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Donald O. Shade who was a member in good standing at time of his death. Five bowling shirts were purchased for the post's bowling team. The Bowling team will be in competition in a Tournament at North Versilles, Pa. February, 1976 Membership stand at 1001 paid members. March, 1976 Post Dues were raised to $10.00. Death Benefit amounts has been raised from $100.00..

Jan 1, 1977
January 7, 1977 A $50.00 donation was made by the post to the Community Chest. Death Benefit of $150.00 paid to the beneficiary of Richard M. Myers. Post 223 will pay $50.00 a year for two years to the American Legion Disease Fund. February 3, 1977 Death Benefit of $150.00paid to the beneficiary of George Bailey. Two sponsored bowling teams from Post 223 will be in the tournament in Minersville. Cost of $96.00 per team...

Jan 2, 1978
January, 5 1978 Death Benefits of $150.00 each paid to the beneficiaries of Lester Craig and Glenn Diehl. A benefit of $100.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Steve Johnson. February, 16 1978 Post essay winners this year are 1st place Siobham Relchlin, 2nd place Sue Nye and 3rd place Loni Reed. Death Benefits of $150.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Paul Whorley. Post 223 booked the band "Tender Touch" for the Scotland School..

Jan 1, 1979
January 4, 1979 Post 223 will be sending two bowling teams to compete in the Bowling Tournament May 6 thru June 3rd at a cost of $216.00. February 1,1979 The post donated a 4x6 American flag to the J.W. Kline Elementary School. April 5. 1979 Commander Everett announced that the post sponsored spring dance at Scotland School for Veterans Children was a complete success eith Soul music by "Juice". $25.00 was donated to the Shippensburg..

Jan 1, 1980
1980s Post History January 3,1980 American Legion Post 223 co-sponsored the program "America the Beautiful" with the VFW Post 6168 in the high school auditorium. Cost for the post $275.00 and the VFW $75.00 February 7, 1980 Death Benefits in the amount of $150.00 was paid to the beneficiaries of Irvin Wingert, John Monn and William Mark. Essay winners were: 1st Place--John Wilson, 2nd Place--Thomas Gallas. March 20,1980 Life membership was presented to Comrade and..

Mar 7, 1980
This helmet is from the Elite German Imperial Guard of Kaiser Wilhelm 11 and dates to the WW1 period. Dr. Marcuss Farr who was a Captain in the American Air Service in France during World War 1 brought it home to Princeton, N.J., as a war souvenir. Dr. Farr was a professor at Princeton University after the war and a close friend of Russell Kent, also a veteran of World War 1, who lived for..

Jan 1, 1981
January 16,1981 The post had to purchase a meeting bell, gavel, and a set of flags to replace the ones that were stolen. Death Benefits of $150.00 each was paid to the beneficiaries of William D. Hatfield, Leonard Helm, Harry Phenicle and Raymond White. Four American flags were donated to the First Assembly of God Church. February 19,1981 Death Benefit or $150.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Edgar Foltz. April 2, 1981 $1000.00 was..

Jan 7, 1982
January 7, 1982 Baseball patches were purchased for the American Legion Baseball team at a cost of $29.25. A donation of $25.00 was given to Operation Santa Clause and a full page ad was purchased for the Cumberland County Council booklet. The expenditures for the American legion Baseball team was in the amount of $1249.00 which included entry fees, Insurance for the players, transportation to Middeltown Tournament, umpire fees, batting helmets, shin guards, catcher's mitt,..

Jan 1, 1983
January 6, 1983 A $25.00 donation was given to the Operation Santa Clause Program and Death benefits of $150..00 each was paid to the beneficiaries of Earl B. Angle, Foster L. Carothers, Orville Shoap and Carroll Hockersmith. February 3, 1983 Death Benefits of $150.00 each was paid to the beneficiaries of Herbert Beckenbaugh and E. Solder. A gold life membership card was purchased for Past Commander Charles Ott at a cost of $174.23 and medals..

Jan 1, 1984
January 5, 1984 William Burkhart announced that he would be giving up the Graves Registration chairmanship after this year and Robert Finkey will accept the position. $25.00 was donated to operation Santa Claus. May 3, 1984 Death Benefits of $150.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Arthur Kitzmiller and $54.60 was used to purchase Awards, and Medals for the High School. May 19, 1984 It was announced that the post will be sending five boys..

Jan 1, 1985
January 3, 1985 A donation of $25.00 was given to the Department Headquarters for operation Santa Claus. February 2, 1985 Death Benefits of $150.00 each was paid to the beneficiaries of Albert Robinson and Benjamin Kunkleman. Ralph Thompson was approved to be the general manager of the Jr. American Legion Baseball team for the coming year. March 7, 1985 Death Benefits of $150,00 was paid to the beneficiary of Jean R. Rae and a $150.00..

Jan 1, 1986
January 8, 1986 Death Benefits of $150.00 was paid to the beneficiary Wayne L. Horst and $25.00 was donated to the department Headquarters for Operation Santa Clause. February 6, 1986 The death Benefits of $150.00 each was paid to the beneficiaries of George W. Besore, John T. Alexander, Donald E. Clippinger, George W. B. Hinkle and Merle G. Kuhn. Motion was approved to send two boys to State Police Youth Week at a cost of..

Jan 1, 1987
January 8, 1987 The Death Benefit of $150.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Paul Martin Jr. and 425.00 was donated to department Headquarters for Operation Santa Claus. February 5, 1987 Death Benefits of $150.00 each was paid to the beneficiaries of Dale Burkholder, Edgar Daihl and Charles W. Johnson. May 7, 1987 The Death Benefit of $150.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Robert Estep. June 4, 1987 Dr. McCoausen from the Meals on..

Jul 4, 1987
The Vietnam War Era began July 1, 1958 and ended May 7, 1975. President Richard Nixon proclaimed March 29 as Vietnam Veterans’ Day on March 29, 1974, the first anniversary of the withdrawal of U.S. troops. In the summer of 1974 Larry E. Lininger, Gary Lee Delancy, Gary Lee Baer and William Burkhart began the Memorial work as they researched 1,053 names of Shippensburg men and women who had military service during the Vietnam Era...

Jan 1, 1988
January 7, 1988 The Death Benefits of $150.00 each was paid to the beneficiaries of Michael Noel and Lane Reinemann. A $25.00 donation was made to Department Headquarters for Operation Santa Claus and a full page ad was taken in the Cumberland County Council booklet at a cost of $50.00. February 4, 1988 The Death Benefits of $150.00 each was paid to the beneficiaries of Joesph Sherman, Robert C. Weaver and Gordon T. Woltz. A..

Jan 1, 1989
January 5, 1989 A donation of $200.00 was given to the Shippensburg Youth Basketball association and $25.00 to the Department Headquarters for Operation Santa Claus Fund. Jr High school classroom flags were purchased by the post at a cost of $73.80. The American Legion Funeral Fund was Re-named the American Legion Post 223 Memorial Fund. A Death Benefit of $150.00 was paid to the beneficiary of Andrew Frey. February 2, 1989 A donation of $263.00..

Apr 1, 1991
April, 1991 The American Legion Raiders won the boy's junior varsity championship of the Shippensburg Area Youth Basketball Association this season. Ken Bard, president of the association, presents plaque to Woodrow Stitt, Post Commander of the American Legion Post 223.

Apr 2, 1991
April, 1991 American Legion Oscar M. Hykes Post 223, donated a flag to the Shippensburg Borough Office. Leroy martin Jr. Vice Commander presents the flag to borough manager, Kevin DeFebbo.

Apr 3, 1991
April, 1991 Kevin Kline of Shippensburg was honored in a welcome home celebration. Kevin served on the U.S.S. Eisenhower during the Persian Gulf War. Kevin later joined the American Legion Post 223 and the posts Honor Guard, the Minutemen

Apr 4, 1991
April, 1991 American Legion Oscar M. Hykes Post 223, donated a flag to the Shippensburg Public Works. Leroy Martin Jr. Vice Commander presents the flag to borough employee, Rick Suders.

May 30, 1991
May 30, 1991 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen fire a rifle salute at the Locust Grove Cemetery to the servicemen and servicewomen who have defended the nation.

Jun 3, 1991
June 3, 1991 Woodrow Stitt, right, Commander of the American Legion Post 223, hands the game ball to Matt Cramer prior to the American Legion Baseball opener at Memorial Park.

Jun 20, 1991
June 20, 1991 Leroy (Buzz) Martin Jr. Vice Commander of the American Legion Post 223, presents two flags to Brian Etter, Memorial Park grounds supervisor. The new flags will replace the two older flags flown over Veterans Stadium.

Aug 1, 1991
August 1, 1991 American Legion Post 223 Commander was honored at the 73rd annual State Convention. Commander Stitt was named 1991 Post Commander of the year for reaching 100% of the targeted membership for his post.

Aug 1, 1991
August, 1991 Tom Everett, an 11 time Commander of the Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223, was one of three men to receive the Distinguished Service Medal during the Legion’s 73rd annual state convention held Juy 18-21 in King of Prussia.

Aug 10, 1991
August,1991 Leroy (Buzz) Martin, left, Jr. Vice Commander of the American Legion Post 223, presents a check to Mike Burgard, president of the Shippensburg Area Little League.

Nov 11, 1991
November, 1991 American Legion Post 223 and the VFW post 6168 participate in the dedication of new flag and pole at Shippensburg Veterans Memorial Park. The flag and pole was donated to the Shippensburg Parks and Recreation by Mr. and Mrs Richard Naugle, Mr and Mrs. William Naugle, Mr and Mrs Robert Naugle, George Monn, Mrs. Virginia Fry, Mr. and Mrs. Robert George and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Fry

Dec 14, 1991
December, 1991 As a service to the Shippensburg community, local American Legion Post 223 donated an American flag to Twin Valley Neighborhood Junior Girl Scout Troop 914. William Sowers, left, Cumberland County Commander and a member of Post 223, presented the flag to troop leader Deb Short, Right. Troop members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and were instructed on the proper way to fold the flag.

Mar 8, 1994
March, 1994 Bruce L. Cramer the last WW1 Veteran from Shippensburg dies at the age of 96. Bruce also known as "Jimmy" to his friends enlisted in the Pennsylvania National Guard in 1916, Was mustered into federal service with his unit in July of that year, and finally became a part of the 112th Regiment of the famous 28th Division upon its reorganization, and shipped overseas in may 1918. Bruce was involved in a number..

Mar 12, 1994
March, 1994 Shippensburg Mayor Tim Costanza signs a proclamation making Wednesday American Legion Day in honor of the organization's 75th anniversary. Receiving the proclamation from the mayor were Jack Witter Commander of the American Legion Post 223 and Jr. Vice Commander Leroy Martin

Mar 21, 1994
March 21 1994 Buzz Martin Jr. Vice Commander of American Legion Post 223 with Jack Witter Commander of the post present a flag to Shippensburg Mayor Tim Constanza to be flown over the borough office.

May 16, 1994
May 16 1994 Leroy Martin Jr. Vice Commander of Post 223 presents a check to support Special Olympics at the Shippensburg High School and accepting the check for the games was Travis Glessner.

Jun 12, 1994
June, 1994 Outstanding boy and girl Elizabeth Crossman and john Creek were recognized by the American Legion as the outstanding boy and girl in eighth grade. Presenting the award is Ben Brechbiel past commander of Post 223.

Oct 13, 1994
October, 1994 The Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223 presented the Shippensburg Junior High School Student Council with 25 classroom flags. These flags will replace the old ones that are starting to show some wear. Presenting the flags was Tom Everett, past commander of the Legion Post 223.

Nov 12, 1994
November, 1994 American Legion Minutemen march in Veterans Day Parade.

Dec 28, 1994
December, 1994 Woodrow Stitt, Cumberland County Commander and Past Commander of Post 223 present gifts to the Scotland School for Veteran's Children students.

Jul 15, 1995
July, 1995 William D. Sowers was installed as 19th District Commander at the 77th State Convention. A Korean War Veteran, he served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1962. Sowers is a 23 year member of the Oscar M. Hykes Post 223, Shippensburg, where he served in a number of offices, including that of Post Commander. He is also a Past Cumberland County Commander.

Jul 16, 1995
July, 1995 Leroy (Buzz) Martin incoming Commander of American Legion Post 223, for the year 1996, accepts gavel from 19th District Commander Bill Sowers.

Aug 12, 1995
August, 1995 Commander of Post 223, Leroy (buzz) Martin, pictured rear center attends the American Legion Midget Football Redskin Day ceremonies.

Feb 1, 1996
Feb 1996 American Legion Post 223 donates flag due to theft of flag from Shippensburg resident. Legion members Dick Guyer and Tom Everett presented a new American flag to Lester K Burkholder and Mary Coy at 43 Richard Ave. Shippensburg. In late December or early January, Coy's brand new flag was stolen from her front porch. She did not know who took her flag but Burkholder, of 323 Roxbury Road, who is Coy's close friend,..

Mar 13, 1996
March, 1996 The American Legion Post 223 celebrated the 77th anniversary of the American Legion and presented 50 year awards to members that have attained 50 years of service to the Legion. Members present to receive the awards were as follows: Charles Ott, George Rae, Charles Culbertson, Kenneth Coleman, Carl McVitty and Leroy Martin commander of Post 223. The following members that were absent that have obtained 50 years were Wilbur Frey, Joesph Baer, Dr...

May 13, 1996
May, 1996 Post 223 Commander Leroy Martin and VFW Auxiliary representative Lula Hutchinson presents flags to The Shippensburg Health Care Center patients for Armed Forces Day.

May 13, 1996
May, 1996 Commander Leroy Martin of Post 223 presents flags to the Shippensburg Memorial Park and to the Shippensburg Borough Office.

Jun 7, 1996
June 27, 1996 American Legion Post 223 Commander Leroy Martin presents POW flag to Memorial Park.

Jun 13, 1996
June 10 1996 Eighth-grader David Heckman, center, received the American Legion Outstanding Boy award presented annually to an eighth-grade boy who exhibits honor, scholarship, service, Americanism, leadership and courage. Presenting the award is former Legion Post 223 Commander Tommy Everett, left, and eighth teacher Mary Jo Suders.

Aug 8, 1996
August 8, 1996 American Legion Post 223 elects new officers. Commander- David Burd 1st Vice Commander- Ken Coleman 2nd Vice Commander-Leroy Martin Adjutant -Woody Stitt Service Officer-Art Coleman Finance Officer-Tom Everett Judge Advocate-Bill Sowers Sgt at Arms-Freddie Maley

Oct 10, 1996
October 10 1996 The American Legion Post 223 Commander David Burd presents Walter Ritchey with the Normandy Medal for his participation in the invasion of Normandy in 1944.

Feb 27, 1997
February 27 1997 David Burd from the American Legion Post 223 presented a flag to the James Burd Elementary School.

Feb 28, 1997
February 29 1997 David Burd commander of the Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223, presents a new flag to Dr. Jim Pribula, athletic director at Shippensburg University. The 8x12 foot flag will hang beneath the scoreboard in Hieges Field House.

Apr 17, 1997
April 17 1997 Leroy (Buzz) Martin received the past Commanders Award from the American Legion Cumberland County Council for distinguished and dedicated service.

May 11, 1997
May, 1997 The Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 donated money to the Shippensburg Special Olympics. The donation was presented by Leroy Martin, activities chairman Post 223 American Legion.

Jun 19, 1997
19 June 1997 Past Commander of Post 223 Tom Everett presents the American Legion Outstanding Boy Award to Chris Schafer, Shippensburg junior High School student

Jul 3, 1997
3 July 1997 The American Legion post 223 baseball team donated American Flags to Shippensburg Parks and Recreation Department to celebrate the 4th of July. These flags will placed around the entrance to Memorial Park/Veterans Stadium.

Sep 19, 1997
19 September 1997 The Shippensburg Area Junior High School was presented a new flag from the Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223. Making the presentation was Tommy Everett past commander of Post 223.

Jan 10, 2000
HERB SOMMERVILLE POST MEMBER AND PRESIDENT OF THE MINUTE MEN HONOR GUARD WROTE A LETTER TO PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH AND THIS IS THE RESPONSE HE GOT.

May 10, 2000
May 10, 2000 For the 15th year in a row, the Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 has donated money to the Shippensburg Area School District Special Education Track and Field Meet. This year they donated $500.00 to the cause. The money will be used to buy t-shirts for the event, and also food for the 140 participants. The event is scheduled to take place at the high school track and field starting at 9 am...

Aug 1, 2000
Aug 24, 2000 Plans were made to move the Oscar M. Hykes Post 223 from their present home at 15 W. King St. to a new building to be erected on a 6.5 acre lot at the Shippensburg Industrial Park. " we know what we want but we haven't put it down on paper yet." said Bill Sowers chairman of the land development and building. The American Legion bought the land in November 1999 when..

Mar 8, 2001
March, 2001 The American Legion Post 223 holds annual Past Commanders celebration to honor all past commanders and 50 and 60 year members. Lt. Commander Mark S. Reed, USN retired, a Shippensburg State College graduate was the guest speaker. Past commanders of Post 223 present at the celebration were Tom Everett, Ken Coleman, Dave Burd, Freddie Maley, Leroy Martin, Donnie Rhinehart Jr. Bill Sowers, Woody Stitt and Ben Brechbiel. Commander Donnie Rhinehart presented 50 year..

Aug 10, 2001
August, 2001 Dick Guyer installed Commander of American Legion Post 223. Left to right are Donald Rhinehart, outgoing Commander; Don Chaplain, past 19th District Commander and installing officer; and Guyer

Aug 13, 2001
August, 2001 New officers installed for 2002 are as follows: Don Rhinehart on left outgoing commander, Dick Guyer, incoming commander; Woody Stitt, adjutant; Tom Everett finance officer; Bill Sowers, judge advocate; Jack Witter, chaplain; Freddie Maley, sgt at arms; and Sheila Barklow, historian.

Sep 14, 2001
September, 2001 American Legion post 223 participates in the American Legion Redskins Midget Football Day at Veterans Memorial Park. Post Commander Dick Guyer, Jr. Vice Commander Leroy martin and Auxiliary President Bette Rhinehart are present to represent the post.

Nov 17, 2001
November, 2001 The American Legion Minutemen march proudly on Veterans Day in Shippensburg

Feb 1, 2002
February 1, 2002 Commander Dick Guyer and Chaplain Tom Everett from the American Legion Post 223 recently donated an American flag to Junior Girl Scout Troop 1524 at Grace United Church of Christ. The girls asked for a flag right after September 11th when flags were in short supply. This is the first to be owned by the troop. June 1, 2002 Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 will move from its downtown home to a..

Feb 1, 2002
Feb 1 2002to be owned by the troop. Members of the Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 recently donated an American flag to Junior Girl Scout Troop 1524 at Grace United Church of Christ. The girls asked for a flag right after Sept. 11 when flags were in short supply. This is the first flag to be owned by the troop.

Mar 15, 2002
March 15, 2002 American Legion Post 223 Post Commander Dick Guyer and the post essay chairman Leroy Martin present a check to essay winner Jolene Hockenberry. Jolene wrote an essay entitled, " My Flag, My Country and My Future".

Mar 26, 2002
You can add this to your March 26 2002 timeline. Pictured left to right front row are Robert Hockersmith, Elmer Neff, Frank Reeder and Ross Peterson. Second row are Harrison Schlusser, Vernon (Buckey) Weller, Albert Sites, Thomas Wik. Emory Horn and Herman Baker. Back row left to right Rep. Jeff Coy Legion member Tom Enderlien, and Post Commander Dick Guyer.

Apr 11, 2002
April, 2002 American recently selected Katie Ierulli to represent the post in the Shippensburg Community Fair Queen contest. Katie is a senior at the Shippensburg Area Senior High School. Pictured left to right Commander Dick Guyer, Katie and Tom Everett past Commander of Post 223 and chairman of the fair queen committee.

May 10, 2002
May, 2002 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen march in the annual Shippensburg Memorial Day parade.

May 13, 2002
May, 2002 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen participate in the Navy and Marine Memorial Service at the Branch Bridge, Shippensburg, on Memorial Day.

May 14, 2002
May, 2002 Shippensburg University ROTC cadets Melody Varner, a senior, and Gregory Strayer, a junior received the American Legion Award for military and scholastic excellence at a ceremony held at the University. Commander of the American Legion Post 223 Dick Guyer, accompanied by Tom Everett, presented the awards to the cadets.

May 21, 2002
May 21, 2002 Shippensburg's two veterans' organizations split the cost of purchasing eight U.S. flag banners that were hung downtown Shippensburg. making the presentation are Glen Glessner, past commander and adjutant of VFW Post 6168; Dick Guyer American Legion Post 223 Commander; and VFW Junior Vice Commander John Reed support the flag, while borough employee Kevin Plaster prepares to position the banner on its post. The banners, hung on the north side of King Street,..

Jun 4, 2002
June 4, 2002 American Legion Post 223 held groundbreaking ceremony for the new Post Home at 100 Dykeman Rd. Shippensburg, Pa. Taking part in the ceremony are, front row, left to right, Ron Glenny, Don Weller, Post Commander Dick Guyer, Home Association President Freddie Maley, Waypoint loan officer, Terry Reiber, Brinton Commerer, and club manager Dot Crusey. Back row, Gary Stevens, Dave Linn, Tim Watson, Eldon Wingert, Woody Stitt and Roy Mohn.

Jul 12, 2002
July, 2002 American Legion Post 223 sponsored 17-year old Chad Garmin at the American Legion State Police week. Commander Dick Guyer and Buzz Martin, American Legion Chairman of State Police week congratulate Chad for his participation.

Aug 8, 2002
August 8, 2002 American legion Post 223 installed officers for 2002-2003 and they are front row left to right; Dick Guyer, Commander; Woodrow Stitt, Adjutant; Brinton Comerer, Historian; Dave Linn, Finance Officer; back row left to right, Fred Maley, Sgt at Arms; Garry Robinson, 1st Vice Commander; Leroy Martin, 2nd Vice Commander and Eldon Wingert, Service Officer

Aug 23, 2002
August 23, 2002 Legion members and American Legion baseball team travel to VA Hospital. Members from the Legion were Post Commander Dick Guyer, Legion baseball Chairman Leroy Martin and Past Commander Tom Everett. Attending from the baseball team were Damon Watkins, Rick Shumway, Eric Alleman and coach Dan Watkins. While the were there they entertained 66 patients with bingo 13 dozen cookies and they gave out money to the commissary store as prizes.

Jan 22, 2003
Jan. 22, 2003 The American Legion Post 223's neon sign, a downtown landmark for many years, will survive in front of of the new Dykeman Rd. Post. "This neon sign was made in the early 1900's and we wanted to take something along from our old Post Home, " Post Commander Dick Guyer said. " Everyone liked the sign so we decided to take the sign along

Jan 24, 2003
Jan. 24 2003 Post Commander Dick Guyer post the colors at the new American Legion Post 223

Mar 12, 2003
March 12, 2003 Post 223 celebrates the 84th Anniversary of the American Legion in the new Post Home. All Past Commanders and 50 and 60 year members were recognized for their service to the American Legion. The following Past Commanders were present and they were front row left to right: Ben W. Brechbiel, Tommy Everett, Charles Ott, Leroy Martin, Fred Maley, and back row left to right; Bill Sowers, Don Rhinehart Jr, Jack Witter, Dick..

Apr 3, 2003
April 3, 2003 Earlier this year, Leroy Martin and members of the American Legion Post 223 began sending letters and flags to our troops serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Members of the post organized a similar campaign when our troops were called into action during Operation Desert Storm. the flags and letters were sent in an effort to show support for our men and women our country and protecting our freedoms. The American Legion has..

May 9, 2003
May 9, 2003 American Legion Past Commander Tom Everett (far right) presented six flags and one banner flag, along with poles and brackets, to Grace B. Luhrs Elementary School. Accepting the flags were, from left, Phillip Diller, school director; Bennett Swartz, second grade; David Lovett, kindergarten; Paige Ezell, first grade; Anna Burnhisel, third grade; Emily Harpster, fourth grade; and Jennifer Merrel, fifth grade. Each classroom will have an identical American flag and the banner will..

May 13, 2003
May, 2003 Newburg native and member of the American Legion Minutemen Honor Guard was honored for his service to God, Country, Community and for his service to the Minutemen since 1947. Ken was drafted at the age of 18 during World War 11. Ken served with the U.S. Navy aboard the USS LSM 151 in the South Pacific, serving during wartime. Ken's father Llyod was a war veteran and his grandfather, Samuel Hoover served in..

Jun 26, 2003
The 48 star flag that covered Oscar Hykes body that was donated to the post the time line will be June 26 2003

Jul 13, 2003
July 2003 Shippensburg senior Adam White, Recently attended the American Legion's State Police youth camp held at Scotland School for Veteran's Children. The week-long event is sponsored by the Shippensburg American Legion Post 223, and is basically a week of boot camp for students in their junior or senior year of high school. Leroy (Buzz) Martin past commander of the post is also the chairman of this program.

Aug 10, 2003
August, 2003 Installation of officers for 2004 were held at Post 223 following officers were installed: Front row Dick Guyer, Post Commander; Garry Robinson, Sr. Vice Commander and Adjutant; Leroy Martin, Jr Vice Commander and Tom Everett Chaplain. Second row: Dave Linn, Finance Officer; Mike Shields, Judge Advocate; Brinton comerer, Historian; Eldon Wingert, Service Officer and Don Rhinehart Sergeant at Arms.

Sep 1, 2003
Minute Men march in the 2003 Veterans Day Parade in Shippensburg PA

Oct 15, 2003
October, 2003 Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer and Jr. Vice Commander Leroy Martin represent the Legion at the American Legion Redskin Day at the Shippensburg Veterans Memorial Park.

Nov 24, 2003
Local Vets Honor Sgt Timothy Hayslett. Sgt. Timothy L. Hayslett, 26, the father of two children and the son of Guy and Mary Hayslett of Lower Mifflin Township, Pa. Sgt.Hayslett had served in the Army for six years and had been away for two years, serving in Germany, before going to Iraq in March. The sergeant was scheduled to leave Iraq Dec. 15, 2003 and return to Germany. He was supposed to come home for..

Dec 11, 2003
December, 2003 American Legion Commander visits with World War 11 Veteran. Charlie Sanders reads American legion magazines faithfully. He's been doing so for more than 50 years. when he discovered he was missing an issue he became a little upset. He began to seek information as to where to obtain a copy of the issue that he was missing. Word travels fast. Robert Ocker, canteen president of the Shippensburg VFW, learned of Mr. Sanders' need..

Jan 27, 2004
January 27, 2004 American legion Post 223 members, Past Commander Tom Everett and Jr. Vice Commander Leroy Martin, teach fifth grade students at the Nancy Grayson Elementary School to learn the value and respect for treatment of the flag. " It's very important the flag is respected and never disgraced." The students had hands on practice on the proper way to fold the flag.

Mar 1, 2004
March 2004 Post 223 has raised $30,000 thru sales of commemorative bricks. The funds will be given to Waypoint bank to reduce the mortgage on the new post home. September 2004 American Legion unveils new outdoor deck. Labor Day marked the opening of the post's new outdoor deck. The new addition to the facility is 24 by 80 feet and boasts 2,000 square feet of dinner space. The total cost of the project was approximately..

Mar 17, 2004
March 17, 2004 Post 223 celebrates the 85th anniversary of the American Legion. Past Commanders attending were front row, Jack Witter, Dick Guyer, present Commander of Post 223; and Tom Everett and Leroy “Buzz” Martin, Past Commanders. Back row, Past Commanders Donnie Rhinehart, Charles Ott, Ken Coleman and Thomas Payne.

Mar 20, 2004
March 20, 2004 Post 223 Commander was presented the Cumberland County Commander's Appreciation Award for distinguished and dedicated service to the American Legion. Presenting the award was Cumberland County Commander Mike Connors on right with Past Commander of Post 223 Tom Everett, on left.

May 15, 2004
May, 2004 Dick Guyer, Commander of Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223 in Shippensburg, throws out the first pitch of the 2004 Minor Boy's Little League season Saturday morning at Schan Field. Post 223 also presented an American flag during the ceremony.

Aug 16, 2004
August, 2004 American Legion Post 223 officers installed for 2005 are as follows: in the back row: Dave Linn, Finance Officer; Mike shields Judge Advocate; Garry Robinson, Adjutant and Sr. Vice Commander; Fred Maley, Sgt at Arms and Tom Graham 19th District Commander and installing officer. Front row; Tom Everett, Chaplain; Dick Guyer, Commander; Leroy Martin jr., Jr. Vice Commander; and Brinton Comerer, Historian.

Nov 14, 2004
November, 2004 The American Legion Post 223 Minutemen march proudly in Shippensburg's annual Veterans Day Parade.

Dec 12, 2004
December 12, 2004 American Legion Post 223 makes their annual visit to VA Hospital. each year the post make this visit to the veterans in the hospital giving them t-shirts, socks, fruit baskets, stuffed animals, Christmas cards and coupons to purchase items at the canteen. Volunteers this year are (kneeling left to right) Dick Guyer, Post Commander, Eldon Wingert and Garry Robinson. (Standing left to right) Sonja Perry, martha Wingert, Chris Guyer, Lou Hutchinson, Buzz..

Dec 16, 2004
American Legion Post 223 Memorial Wall. Dave Linn Finance Officer for Post 223 brought before the members at a regularly scheduled post meeting an idea he had for raising funds to repay the loan for the new post home and after discussion it was approved that Dave was to proceed with this project. The wall has raised over $30,000.00 and was eventually used for the loan. The bricks have names of members of the post..

Mar 1, 2005
March 17, 2005 The Shippensburg Post 223 celebrated its 86th birthday March 17 with a banquet at the post home on Dykeman Road. Special honors were awarded to living Past Commanders, 50 year members of the Post and the ladies Auxiliary. Certificates were presented to four new 50- year Auxiliary members. Christina Weaver came forward to receive their certificates. Margaret Maloney and Gladys Rhinehart were not able to attend the ceremony. Commander Guyer presented Commanders..

Apr 13, 2005
April, 2005 Shippensburg Post 223 Minutemen participate in a ceremony honoring Vietnam Veterans. The Minutemen fire a rifle salute to fallen Vietnam veterans and Dick Guyer plays taps.

May 12, 2005
May, 2005 Above the American Legion Post 223 fire a 21 gun salute to fallen comrades during the annual Memorial Day observances at Locust Grove Cemetery. On the right, World 11 Veteran Sam Reed places the names of servicemen and servicewomen who died in the past year in a helmet at Spring Hill Cemetery where they were later burned in a ceremony. Below, Frances Helm, left and Cathy Jo Reinsmith place a wreath at the..

May 16, 2005
May, 2005 Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer hoists the American flag at the Shippensburg Veterans Memorial Park in the annual Memorial Day services.

Aug 5, 2005
August 5, 2005 New officer for the Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 are, left to right in the front row, Tommy Everett, Chaplain; Brinton Comerer, Historian; Freddie Maley, Sgt at Arms. In the back row, Richard Guyer, Commander for the 5th year in a row; Garry Robinson, Senior Vice Commander and Adjutant; Leroy Martin, Junior Vice Commander; Dave Linn, Finance Officer; Mike Sheikds, Judge Advocate; Eldon Wingert, Service Officer.

Aug 7, 2005
WW II Shippensburg Veterans 60th anniversary Celebration held at Post 223.

Aug 13, 2005
August, 2005 During the post installation of officers Commander Dick Guyer received awards from American Legion Post 223 Chaplain Tom Everett. Dick Guyer was honored for exceptional service to the post.

Oct 20, 2005
October, 2005 American Legion Post 223, Shippensburg, donated 12 classroom flags to Nancy Grayson Elementary School. Holding the two of the flags are fifth-graders Katy Anderson, left, and Katie Wahl. Also pictured are left to right, Tom Everett, Past Post Commander; Susan Martin, school principal; and Dick Guyer, Post Commander.

Nov 10, 2005
November, 2005 Shippensburg Borough hosted its Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, featuring the ranks of the Shippensburg American Legion Post 223.

Jan 1, 2006
January 2006 Present officers of the American Legion Post 223 are: Commander Richard Guyer ( four 2002-2006); Sr. Vice Commander Garry Robinson; Jr. Vice Commander Leroy (Buzz) Martin; Finance Officer David Linn; Service Officer Eldon Wingert; Judge Advocate Mike Shields; Sgt at Arms Freddie Maley; Chaplain Tommy Everett; historian Brinton Commerer; Adjutant Garry Robinson. July 2006 At the American Legion Convention Post 223 was presented the Award for the Post having the highest percentage in..

Jan 26, 2006
January 26, 2006 Shippensburg's American Legion Post 223 honored six local volunteers for their selflessness and service to their communities as part of a Chapel of Four Chaplains awards ceremony. This year's recipients are pictured left to right are Dr. Robert Zimmerman, Linda Zimmerman, Eldon Wingert, Garry Robinson, Kenneth Coleman and Robert Hovis. The award is named after the four chaplains who were aboard the USAT Dorchester, along with 902 servicemen, when it was torpedoed..

Mar 5, 2006
March 5, 2006 American Legion Jr. Vice Commander Buzz Martin and Post Commander Dick Guyer present this year's essay winner, Blake Clawson, with a $100.00 Check. Clawson also won the county-wide contest, and he will now advance to the district competition.

Mar 23, 2006
March 23, 2006 American Legion Post 223 celebrates the 87th anniversary of the American Legion. At the event Jr. Vice Commander Buzz and Post Commander recognized special Education Track & Field Meet coordinator's for their outstanding and dedicated services. Jason Hoover, Amy Brandt and Lynn Diehl eached received a plaque from the American Legion Post 223. Pictured left to right Buzz Martin, Jason Hoover, Amy Brandt, Lynn Diehl and Dick Guyer.

Mar 26, 2006
March 26, 2008 Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer presented Wendy Tomczak with an appreciation award, commending her for her services to our country in four wars from Vietnam to the present date. She has served as a nurse, providing aid and comfort to wounded soldiers. The presentation was made during the 89th anniversary of the American Legion ceremony

Aug 11, 2006
August, 2006 American Legion Post 223 installs new officers. Front row, left; Eldon Wingert , Service Officer; Dave Linn, Finance Officer; Brinton Comerer, Historian; and Dick Guyer, Post Commander. Back row, from left; Tom Everett, Chaplain; Charles Ott, Executive Board; Garry Robinson, Sr. Vice Commander and Adjutant; and Buzz Martin, Jr. Vice Commander.

Oct 11, 2006
October, 2006 Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 presented two American flags to the new Shippensburg Intermediate School. The flag in the background will be displayed indoors at the entrance to the school's all-purpose room. The other flag will be displayed outdoors on a flag pole with the Pennsylvania state flag. Tom Everett, left, flag chairman, and Dick Guyer, right Post Commander, present the flags to fourth grader Damon Watkins, student council president at Nancy Grayson..

Nov 12, 2006
November, 2006 Shippensburg American legion Post 223 presented a 3 by 5 foot U.S. flag Outlook Pointe, Dick Guyer, Post Commander, Left and Tom Everett, right, the post's flag committee chairman, presented the flag to Pete Giggy, center, one of several veterans who reside at Outlook Pointe. Giggy served in World War 11 on the USS Intrepid.

Dec 6, 2006
Post members on their Annual Veterans Hospital trip.

Mar 12, 2007
March 12 2007 Post 223 received from the Department of Veterans Affairs a Certificate of Appreciation for The Entrance Project Flag Project at Martinsburg Veterans Medical Center West Va. Certificate was signed by Fernando O. Rivera the Medical Center Director. March 30,2007 American Legion Post 223 held a recognition ceremony for the post's 88th birthday. Auxiliary Dorothy Zeigler recognized all past Auxiliary Presidents And Post Commander recognized all past Post Commanders. Leroy (Buzz) Martin recognized..

Mar 15, 2007
March 15, 2007 American Legion Post 223 awarded first place in its annual essay contest to Shippensburg High School student Amber Trinkle for her essay, " How Can We Support Our Troops?" Picture left to right, Buzz Martin, essay chairman; Amber Trinkle and Dick Guyer Post Commander.

Mar 30, 2007
March 30, 2007 Kenneth Coleman was presented by the Post 223 Commander a plaque for his 60 continuous years of service to the Post 223 Honor Guard the Minutemen.

Mar 30, 2007
March 30, 2007 Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer presents Tom Everett with a 50 continuous years dedicated service to the American Legion.

Apr 17, 2007
April 17, 2007 Wendy Tomczak and Shawn Rogers, who are were at the American Legion in Shippensburg on Friday, April 13, are preparing to serve in Iraq. Miranda Roy/Special to The Sentine Wendy Tomczak is a 58-year-old nurse. Shaun Rogers is 27 and is a recruiter for an employment agency. The Shippensburg residents have more in common than meets the eye, however. In the words of American Legion Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer, Tomczak and..

Dec 14, 2007
December, 2007 American Legion Post 223 members make their annual VA Hospital Christmas trip

Apr 13, 2008
April, 2008 Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 sends care packages to our soldiers in Iraq. Pictured left to right, Buzz Martin, care package chairman and Jr Vice Commander; Sandy Witter, Legion Auxiliary President; Dick Guyer, Commander; and Tom Everett, Post Chaplain.

May 25, 2008
May, 2008 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen march in Walnut Bottom's annual Memorial Day Parade.

May 26, 2008
May 27, 2008 Memorial Services were conducted at Spring Hill Cemetery, pictured left to right, Rev. Paul Hauk, World War 11 Veteran, Parade Chaplain and Member of the Post 223 Minutemen, Galen Smith Parade Marshall, and Past Commander of Post 223 Tom Everett.

May 27, 2008
May 27, 2008 Memorial Day Parade rolls through Shippensburg. Pictured on left, Galen (Tubby) Smith, Parade Marshall, Top right, VFW Honor Guard. Bottom right, WW2 and local veterans. The Parade Marshall Galen Smith WW2 Veteran served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific theater. Smith participated in the liberation of the Philippines and earned five bronze stars for his participation in the battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa.

May 30, 2008
May 30, 2008 For the fourteenth year running, the Shippensburg Legion Post 223 sponsored the Special Education Track and Field Meet held at the Shippensburg High School. Buzz Martin, who headed up the Legion's fund raising, said the $500.00 donation would go to award ribbons, T-shirts and lunch for the 144 Shippensburg Area School District students who participated in the event.

Jun 28, 2008
June 28, 2008 Buzz Martin, left, Jr. Vice Commander of the American Legion Post 223, Shippensburg and Tom Everett, right, past commander of Post223 are shown with Cody Helman, who graduated from the Keystone State Boys State program that took place at Shippensburg University.

Jul 1, 2008
July 2008 At the American Legion Department of Pa. Convention Post 223 was present the Post Public Relations Award.

Jul 2, 2008
July 2, 2008 American Legion Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer to the right and Post Chaplain Tommy Everett presents two 5'x9' American flags to the Sounds of America orchestra and choral group consisting of students from all over the United States. The presentation was made at the Elizabethtown College during the bon voyage concert before taking their European tour. On their tour of Europe one of their stops is at the Luxembourg Cemetery where they..

Jul 24, 2008
July 24, 2008 The flags that were donated to the Sounds of America were raised over the Luxembourg Cemetery by the group of talented students. When they were told that many of the men in this cemetery was about the same age of them some broke down in tears.

Aug 15, 2008
August, 2008 Shippensburg American legion Post 223 installs new officers and pictured left Dick Guyer, Commander; Garry Robinson, Sr. Vice Commander and Adjutant; Eldon Wingert, Service Officer; Leroy Martin, Jr. Vice Commander; Barry Johnston, Judge Advocate; Wendy Tomczak, Sgt at Arms; Tommy Everett, Post Chaplain and Historian. Missing from installation Finance Officer Dave Linn.

Sep 7, 2008
September 7, 2008 American legion Post 223 members inducted into Four Chaplains Legion of Honor. Front left-Larry Babbits, Chapel Regional Trustee; Carl Cramer post member, David Burd post member, Wendy Tomczak post member, R. Jack Naugle post member, Robert Harris Jr., Franklin County Veterans Affairs Director and Chapel trustee. back row, left, Alex Shearer, John Fague post member, Audrey Eschelman, J.R. Wells post member, and Glenn Glessner post member. Membership in the "Legion of Honor"..

Oct 7, 2008
October 7, 2008 American legion Post 233 celebrates Redskin Day at the Shippensburg Veterans Memorial Park pictured with the players and cheerleaders in back row from left; Sandy Witter, Unit 223 Auxiliary; Dick Guyer, Post Commander; Leroy Martin Jr. Vice Commander and chairman of the midget football program and Redskin Head Coach Eric Minor

Dec 14, 2008
December 14, 2008 American Legion Post 223 members visit the VA Hospital in Martinsburg, West Virginia and this year Santa Clause went with them. Pictured front row from left, Addison Warner and Joyce Rhinehart. Back row from left, Garry Warner, Ronnie Russell as Santa Clause, Louis Willis, Dick Guyer (commander, American Legion Post 223), Lou Hutchinson, Tommy Everett and Leroy Martin (chairman of the VA hospital Committee).

Mar 25, 2009
March 25, 2009 American Legion Post 223 celebrates the 90th Anniversary of the American Legion. Department Commander Sandy Sandell and 19th District Commander, Donald Painter attended as special guests. Pictured from left; Past Commander Freddie Maley, Department Commander Sandy Sandell, Past and Present Commander Dick Guyer, Past Commander Charles Ott, Past Commander Leroy Martin, Past Commander Dave Burd, Past Commander Tom Everett and in the back row Donald Painter.

Mar 26, 2009
March 26, 2009 Past Commander Freddie Maley on the left and Post Commander Dick Guyer burn the mortgage to the new Post Home. Maley and Commander Guyer signed for the loan for the building and were happy it was paid off.

May 22, 2009
May 22, 2009 Elmcroft assisted living of Shippensburg held a flag raising ceremony, May 22, to honor veterans and commemorate the facility's 10th anniversary in the Shippensburg community. The Shippensburg Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223 donated flagpoles and an American flag to the Elmcroft facility and state representative Rob Kauffman, R-89, donated a state flag, both of which were raised by veterans residing at Elmcroft with the help of Post 223 Commander Dick..

May 26, 2009
May 26, 2009 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen march in the annual Walnut Bottom memorial Day Parade.

Jun 1, 2009
July 2009 At the American Legion Department of Pa. Convention Post 223 was presented the Post Public Relations Award.

Jul 7, 2009
July 7, 2009 American Legion Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer to the left and Post Chaplain Tommy Everett presents two 5'x9' American flags to the Sounds of America orchestra and choral group consisting of students from all over the United States. The presentation was made at the Elizabethtown College during the bon voyage concert before taking their European tour. On their tour of Europe one of their stops is at the Luxembourg Cemetery where they..

Jul 10, 2009
July 10, 2009 At the 91st Department Convention in Pittsburgh Department Commander Sandy Sandell presents the Post Public Relations award to Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer. At the 91st Department Convention American Legion Post 223 Commander presents a check for $1000.00 to Department Commander Sandy Sandell for the Fisher House Project. Alexander Pritchard, Post 223 essay winner has won the State Competition. Presenting the Award on left, Department Commander Sandy Sandell, Alexander Pritchard and Department..

Aug 6, 2009
August 6, 2009 Installation of officers pictured left to right: Tom Everett, Chaplain; Bob Heffelfinger, 19th District Commander and installing officer; Dick Guyer, Commander; Garry Robinson, Sr Vice Commander and Adjutant; Leroy (Buzz) Martin, Jr. Vice Commander; Gary Warner, Historian; Wendy Tomczak, Sgt at Arms; Eldon Wingert, Service Officer and Barry Johnston, Judge Advocate.

Aug 7, 2009
August 7, 2009 Tim Wright creator of the Mid Atlantic States Wall of the Fallen, pictured on the right presents a photo in appreciation to Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer for their generous donation for this project a photo of the display that he has created. Tim has the names, rank and dates of all men and women killed in action from the Persian Gulf to Iraq and Afghanistan Wars. The names are updated on..

Aug 8, 2009
August 8, 2009 Post Commander Dick Guyer and a representative from the "Sounds Of America" presents a flag to Larry Lininger, post member and Vietnam vet. This is one of the retired flags that Post 223 Donated to fly over General George S. Patton's gravesite at Luxembourg Cemetery.

Sep 25, 2009
September 25, 2009 American Legion Post 223 held its annual Legion Redskin Day to recognize the players, coaches, cheerleaders and parents.

Oct 30, 2009
October 30, 2009 Post 223 member Galen Albert “Tubb” “Smitty” Smith, 83, of 424 Clifton Road, Shippensburg, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife and family, on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, in Select Specialty at Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill. Born on March 14, 1926, in Shippensburg, he was a son of the late Clarence C. and Grace M. Cover Smith. He was a 1944 graduate of Shippensburg High School and was of the Lutheran..

Nov 2, 2009
November 2, 2009 American Legion Post 223 stuffed animals to the Shippensburg Health Care for bingo prizes, as well as birthday and greeting cards for the patients. Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer made the presentation to Olga Gadomski activities chairwoman for the Health care Facility.

Nov 8, 2009
November 8, 2009 The American Legion Post 223 Post the Colors for the annual Veterans Day program held at the Shippensburg Area Senior High School.

Nov 10, 2009
November 10, 2009 American Legion Post 223 march in the annual Shippensburg Veterans Day Parade

Nov 12, 2009
November 12, 2009 A thank you letter was sent to Post 223 and it reads: Dear Commander and American Legion Post 223 We just wanted to thank you for the flags that were given to our residents here at Shippenhouse Apts. We signed cards to send to our troops and the flags were a great addition to our Veterans Day Celebration.

Dec 15, 2009
December 15, 2009 American Legion Post 223 made their annual trip to the Martinsburg VA Hospital and the members attending this year were Left to right; Buzz martin, Va hospital chairman; Tommy Everett, past Commander; Joyce Rhinehart, Auxiliary member; Louis Willis, post member and Lou Hutchinson, Auxiliary member.

Jan 23, 2010
January 23, 2010 American Legion Post 223 and its organizations, the Auxiliary, Sons of the American Legion and the Home Association, partnered with the Prince Street UBIC Church to fund for military Rapid Deployment Kits (RDKs). Each Pack consists of a pocket Bible (New Testament and Psalms), the Daily Bread (Devotional Guide), a know God personally booklet and a water proof pouch. Thus far, 450 kits have been funded and the project is ongoing.

Mar 4, 2010
March 4, 2010 Shippensburg Area Senior High School junior Austin Marzullo was named the winner of both the Shippensburg American Legion Post 22e essay contest and the Cumberland County-wide essay contest. His essay on this year's topic, "Is the Stimulus Package Worthwhile,": will next be in consideration for the district contest that includes winners from Cumberland, Lebanon and Dauphin counties. This year marks the 75th Pennsylvania American Legion essay contest. Austin was presented a check..

Mar 22, 2010
March 22, 2010 American Legion Post 223 recognizes Sara Yoder, editor of the bi-weekly news paper the Shippensburg News Chronical, for her dedicated coverage of Post 223's events and programs. Presenting her with an Special Award is the Post Commander, Dick Guyer.

Mar 24, 2010
March 24, 2010 The Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 celebrates the 91st anniversary of the American Legion. Past Commanders and past Auxiliary presidents of Post 223 were honored as well as the new 50 and 60 year members.

Mar 27, 2010
March 27, 2010 A Proclamation was presented in recognition of faithful and dedicated service of the American Legion Post 223 Minutemen. The Proclamation was given by the Cumberland County Commissioners.

May 21, 2010
May 21, 2010 The Oscar M. Hykes Post 223 gave $500.00 to the Shippensburg Area High School District's Special Education Track and Field Meet, an event formerly known as the Special Olympics. Thanks to the donation like the one of the American Legion, each of the students will receive a T-shirt for participation, ribbons for the competitions and lunch afterwards. The Post 223 has been giving to this organization for 15 years. Pictured in the..

May 22, 2010
May 22, 2010 Middle Spring Presbyterian Church honors veterans with Memorial Day Service. Members of the American Legion Post 223 Minutemen stand at present arms during the playing of "Taps" at the area's first Memorial Day Service 2010.

Jul 1, 2010
July 2010 At the American Legion Department of Pa. Convention Post 223 was presented the Post Public Relations Award. July 2013 At the American Legion Department of Pa. Convention Post 223 was presented the Post Public Relations Award

Jul 27, 2010
July 27, 2010 American Legion Department awards are designed to encourage posts, districts and counties to improve their public/media relations activities by working with local media. Department Media awards are given to media for outstanding efforts covering local activities of the American Legion on a regular basis. several American Legion posts thru out the state, including American Legion Post 223, submitted their local media for this award. The winner was announced at the 92nd annual..

Aug 5, 2010
August 5, 2010 American legion Post 223 held their annual Post installation of newly elected officers for the year 2010-2011 at the Legion post. From left are; Dick Guyer, Commander; Garry Robinson, Sr. Vice Commander; Leroy Buzz Martin, Jr. Vice Commander; Dave Linn, Finance Officer; Tommy Everett, Chaplain; Barry Johnston, Judge Advocate; Gary Warner, Historian and Wendy Tomczak, Sgt at Arms.

Sep 24, 2010
September 24, 2010 The American Legion Post 223 made a visit to the New Visions Veteran's Home in Newville Pa. They gave each veteran a $50.00 gift card to Saylor's Market in Newville. Left to right are Maureen Rench, manager of the home; program chairman Buzz Martin; veteran Larry Monk; veteran Patricia Goodwin; and Dick Guyer, commander of Post 223. Missing from the photo is veteran Tony Phillips Jr.

Sep 30, 2010
September 30, 2010 American Legion Post 223 held its Legion Redskins Day at Memorial Park on Sunday afternoon. Post 223 is a chartered member of the Shippensburg Midget Football Association. In the front row are cheerleaders Samantha Croft and Alexis Cramer. In the second row are football players Daniel Lauffer and Jonathan Horn. In the back row are cheerleader advisor Angie Crouse, Redskins' head coach Eric Minor, President of the American Legion unit 223 Sandy..

Nov 7, 2010
November 7, 2010 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen display their colors in the annual Shippensburg Veterans Day Parade.

Dec 7, 2010
December 7, 2010 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen participate in the Wreaths across America program held at Letterkenny Army Depot December 7, 2010.

Dec 18, 2010
MEMBERS FROM THE POST LEAVING FOR THE MARTINSBURG WV VA HOSPITAL WITH SUPPLYS FOR HOSPITALIZED VETERANS.

Dec 22, 2010
December 22, 2010 Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 visited the Shippensburg Health Care Center on Wednesday, December 22, and presented the patients with stuffed animals, Christmas cards and calendars. In the back row are Buzz Martin, activities chairman, and Dick Guyer, commander of the post.

Mar 23, 2011
March 23, 2011 American Legion Post 223 celebrates the 92nd anniversary of the American Legion. All Past Commanders, Past Auxiliary Presidents were recognized and all 50 and 60 year members received a certificate and pin for their continuous years of service to the American Legion. Four members have reached the 60 year mark and they are; Dale Yocum, Bennett Bard, Frank LeRew, Gerald Wise and Brinton Comerer. Ginny Lopez, a social studies teacher, at the..

May 10, 2011
May 10, 2011 American Legion Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer and the VFW Post 6168 Commander Floyd Mooney joined together to raise funds needed to restore war memorials at the Shippensburg Veterans Memorial Park. The mortar was falling out of the joints holding the brick and stone together. Scott Cooper that has been in masonry work since 1983 was contacted to make necessary repairs. Scott replaced the mortar and reset the bricks and stone on..

May 25, 2011
May 25, 2011 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen participate in the Shippensburg Memorial Day parade, services at Locust Grove Cemetery, Spring Hill Cemetery and the Navy/Marine services at the Branch Bridge.

Aug 4, 2011
August 4, 2011 American Legion Post 223 installs officers to serve the post until August 2012. The following were elected; Left to right, Dick Guyer, Post Commander; Garry Robinson, Senior Vice Commander; Leroy Martin, Junior Vice Commander; Dave Linn, Finance Officer; Gary warner, Historian; Barry Johnston, Judge Advocate; Wendy Tomczak, Sgt at Arms; James Clever, Chaplain and Eldon Wingert, Service Officer.

Aug 6, 2011
August 6, 2011 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen march in the Newburg Sesquicentennial 150th year Celebration of Newburg.

Sep 9, 2011
September 9, 2011 American Legion Post 223 and the VFW Post 6168 post the colors at the Shippensburg Area High School auditorium for 9/11 Remembrance Services

Sep 10, 2011
September 10, 2011 The American Legion Post 223 Minutemen and the VFW Post 6168 participate in the Shippensburg's remembrance of 9/11 event held at the Memorial Park football field during half time. The event is to recognize all that perished on the attacks on the World Trades Center and the Pentagon. The event was sponsored by the Shippensburg Area High School Athletic Association.

Sep 11, 2011
September 11, 2011 Members of the Shippensburg American Legion Post 223 Minutemen stand at present arms outside the Shippensburg University Memorial Auditorium as Bill Miller plays Taps in the opening ceremony of 9/11. The program was sponsored by the Shippensburg University R.O.T.C

Oct 23, 2011
October 23, 2011 The American Legion Post 223 held their annual "Legion Redskin Day' at Veterans Memorial Park. The players, coaches, cheerleaders, advisors and parents were recognized for their service to this program. The Midget Football League celebrates its 37th year and Post 223 is a charter member. Pictured front row, players David Messinger, Dylan Jumper and Noah Chaves; second row, cheerleaders; back row, Angie Strohm, cheerleader advisor; Eric Minor, head coach; Buzz Martin, Legion..

Dec 15, 2011
December 15, 2011 American Legion Post 223 members made their annual visit to the Veterans Administration Hospital in Martinsburg, W.V. again this year. In front left to right, Penny Hensel and Joyce Rhinehart,. standing left to right, are Addison Warner, Buzz Martin, Wayne Hensel, Lou Hutchinson, Jane Brown, Louie Willis and Gary Warner.

Mar 24, 2012
March 24, 2012 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen President, Herb Sommerville, presented awards to Dick Guyer, David Burd and Leroy Martin, left to right, for 100 percent attendance at 31 military funerals in 2011. The presentation came at the annual Minutemen banquet March 24.

Apr 10, 2012
April 10, 2012 Shippensburg's American Legion Post 223 presented a check for $850 to the Penn State Mont Alto Veterans Club for a veterans memorial on the Mont Alto Campus. The proposed project is a 40-foot -tall flag pole, bronze plaque, ground floodlighting and paver blocks. dedication of this Memorial is planned for Veterans Day in November. Presenting the check left to right Post Commander Dick Guyer, Brian Hall President of the Student Veterans Club,..

May 22, 2012
May 22, 2012 The American Legion Post 223 donated American flags to Shippensburg Area Little League for use at local baseball fields. Dick Guyer, Commander of Post 223, presents the flags to Jeremy Gilbert, president of the little league.

Jun 7, 2012
June 7, 2012 Shippensburg's American Legion Post 223 awarded $50 awards to the outstanding male and female students at Shippensburg Middle School during an awards assembly at the school. Post Program Chairman Leroy "Buzz" Martin and Unit 223 Auxiliary President Sandy Witter presented the checks to Tyler Gustafson and Sarah Lyman.

Jul 6, 2012
July 6, 2012 Kyle Hubert, left, was sponsored by American Legion Post 223 at the annual Keystone Boys State Program at Shippensburg University held June 24-30. Presenting Hubert's certificate is Buzz Martin Post 223’s Jr. Vice Commander.

Jul 13, 2012
July 13, 2012 American Legion Post 223 sponsored Jaymin Shinn, center, at the Keystone Boys State event at Shippensburg University. With Shinn are Buzz Martin, Left, chairman of the post KBS committee, and Commander Dick Guyer, right.

Aug 2, 2012
August 2, 2012 American Legion Post 223 installs officers for 2012-2013 and they are left to right, Garry Robinson, Sr. Vice Commander; Leroy Martin, Jr. Vice Commander; Dick Guyer, Post Commander; Dave Linn, Finance Officer; Jim Clever, Chaplain; Guy Hayslett, Historian; Eldon Wingert, Service Officer; Wendy Tomczak, Sgt at Arms and missing from photo is Fred Johnston, Judge Advocate

Nov 5, 2012
November 5, 2012 The American Legion Post 223 held its annual banquet at the post for its midget football team, the Redskins, whose season culminated in the league and play off championships. The team remained undefeated and underscored upon. Pictured in the front row, from left, are cheerleaders Elaine Guyer, Paige Gettle, Brooke Strohm and football players Noah Jumper and Trey Lynch. In the back row are cheerleading advisor Angie Strohm, Commander of the American..

Nov 9, 2012
November 9, 2012 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen post the colors at the Veterans Day Program in its 7th year at the Shippensburg Area High School. A solemn and joyous ceremony honored America's military veterans particularly the brotherhood of men and women who call Shippensburg home. The program is organized and directed by Virginia Lopez a high school faculty member.

Mar 7, 2013
March 7, 2013 American Legion Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer presents a check for $150 to Katie Eichelberger with Leroy "Buzz" Martin, essay chairman. Katie was the first place winner in the annual Post 223 Essay Contest. Winning essay was entitled, "Should the Supreme Court Be Appointed or Elected."

Mar 19, 2013
March 19, 2013 American Legion Post 223 presented a check for $1000.00 for the second phase of the expansion of the Penn State Mont Alto Veterans Memorial Project. With Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer, left, are Ryan Hall, President of the Penn State Mont Alto Veterans Memorial Project, Bob Traylor, board president, and Allen Stephey, veterans student of the year, who has served three tours in Afghanistan. This is the second donation that the post..

Mar 30, 2013
March 30, 2013 Shippensburg's American legion Post 223 Minutemen honored its members and awarded honors at the annual banquet. legion Post Commander Dick Guyer received a certificate acknowledging his attendance at 77 consecutive funerals as a Minuteman over a two year period 2011-2012. Jerry Varner was awarded a plaque for attendance at 46 straight military funerals in 2012. David Burd, a former Post 223 Commander in 1997-1998 and a current Minutemen member was presented a..

Apr 10, 2013
April 10, 2013 American Legion Post 223 donated $500.00 to the local Special Education Track and Field meet that's scheduled for Friday may 24, at Shippensburg Area Senior High School. Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer is on the left, with Buzz Martin, Special Olympics chairman, and Amy Brandt, life skills teacher, at the right.

Apr 30, 2013
April 30, 2013 American Legion Post 223 Minutemen and VFW Post 6168 perform Military Honors for deceased veteran, William Budd Montague. William's remains were transported to Spring Hill Cemetery aboard a 1936 Ward LaFrance pumper; fire fighter personnel were there to pay honors also. Presenting the flag to Bonnie and Nancy Montague, wife and daughter, was Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer and a member of the Minutemen.

May 26, 2013
American Legion Minutemen march in the Shippensburg Memorial Day May, 2013

May 27, 2013
May 27, 2013 American Legion Post 223 and VFW Post 6168 perform Memorial Services at Locust Grove Cemetery 10:00 am Memorial Day. Other services for the Shippensburg's Memorial Day program also includes services at Spring Hill Cemetery at 11:00 am., flag raising at the Shippensburg's Veterans Memorial Park at 12:00 pm., Branch Bridge Navy/Marine Service at 1:15 pm. and the parade at 2:00 pm.

Jul 6, 2013
July 6, 2013 American Legion Post 223 officials contributed $5,500.00 to the Shippensburg Fire Department in a check presentation. The contribution is pegged to offset the cost of traffic signals for fire apparatus responding to an emergency. Pictured Left to right, are; Vigilant Hose Co. Lt. Brady Oursler, Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer, West End Fire and Rescue Co. Chief Kevin Kline, Post223 Board President Wendy Tomczak, CV Hose CO. Vice President Bill Johnston and..

Aug 1, 2013
August 1, 2013 American Legion Post 223 Installs officer for the 94th year. Post officers are, from left, Dick Guyer, Post Commander; Garry Robinson, First Vice Commander and Adjutant; Dave Linn, Finance Officer; Guy Hayslett, Post Historian; Jim Clever, Post Chaplain; Barry Johnston, Post Judge Advocate: Wendy Tomczak, post Sgt at Arms.

Aug 13, 2013
2014 installation of Board of Directors From Left to Right Dick Guyer Post Commander, Judy Eichelberger, Charlie Biedal, Rich Baum, Treasurer Guy Hayslett Vice President and Historian, Jim Clever President, Wendy Tomczak Secretary.

Oct 8, 2013
October 8, 2013 American Legion Post 223 members and the Post Honor Guard (Minutemen) participate in the Shippensburg Hometown Hero program. The program was sponsored by the Shippensburg High School Athletic Association and held at the Shippensburg Veterans Memorial Park. The event is to recognize all military and all first responders of Shippensburg.

Oct 11, 2013
American Legion Post 223 donated $1000.00 to the Shippensburg FFA. At the Clubs chapter meeting on Oct. 2 2013 Pictured from left Dick Guyer American Legion Commander Kelsy Meyers FFA Vice President and Luke McClay FFA Secrettary.

Nov 8, 2013
November 8, 2013 American Legion Post 223 Commander Dick Guyer and the Post Sgt at Arms presents Ginny Lopez, social studies teacher at the Shippensburg High School, a certificate of appreciation and a dozen red roses for her support of the community veterans and the U.S military. Ginny has been organizing a Veterans Day program for the past eight years which includes a breakfast and a patriotic program. American Legion Post 223 thought it was..