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District 9
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Howland Legion ceremony marks
tenth anniversary of
9/11 attacks
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On the 10th Anniversary of the 9-11 attack
on this country, Howland Post # 700
Service Officer David Luther of Howland
Post #700 wanted to do something to
remember those lost on that tragic day in
our history. 
Although Trumbull County had not had a
formal recognition ceremony in the past,
David wanted to bring to the forefront the
sacrifices made by so many on that day.
David decided to get with some local
organizers of past events in the city of
Warren, Ohio and see if he could put
together such a ceremony.
He admitted that it would be a great
undertaking and that he had never done
anything like that before but was willing
to try. As time went on, and the
anniversary date came closer, David was
unsure of what the results of his work may
be, but was committed to getting the job
done.
With the assistance of Howland Legion
Riders Chapter #700, an escort through
various jurisdictions became possible.
Legion Riders 700 Director Jim Campbell
was asked to head the escort. Many
veterans' riders groups attended and the
procession was now in place with law
enforcement assistance to assure the
safety of the procession. Community
residents lined the streets and the
cavalcade of motorcycles and emergency
vehicles began their journey.
Held at the outdoor Amphitheater in
Warren, Ohio attendance was tremendous.
Dignitaries from the city including the
mayor were present. Congressman Timothy
Ryan spoke at the event. David spoke to
the crowd and asked them to simply "NEVER
FORGET" that day and the heroes from all
walks of life. Representatives of Fire,
EMS and Police also were in place to be
recognized during the ceremony. The
ceremony concluded with the 21 gun salute
and taps by the Trumbull County Honor
Guard.
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Howland Post 700
sponsors Car Show to commemorate
9/11
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On September 24, 2011, Howland Post
700 held its 4th annual Veterans Car
Show.
This event has grown since its first
year and is looked forward to by many car
enthusiasts in the area and beyond.
This year each registered participant
received a commemorative medallion with a
picture of the Twin Towers on it with the
words "NEVER FORGET".
All polished up and proud to display
their vehicles, the day was a day of pride
and excitement. Ponderosa Steak House on
Elm Road, Warren, Ohio, was the sponsor
for and the location of this show.
Proud to assist our veterans, the
management and staff went out of their way
to provide anything necessary to make the
show a success.
A deejay provided music all day, with
prizes and raffles. We are proud to bring
attention to our veterans who have served
and are serving this great nation.
Each year we want to assure that our
veterans are not forgotten.
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Members of Post 700 man the
registration booth at the start of the car
show. Pictured from left are: Rich Milani,
Commander Campbell, a participant,
Auxiliary Treasurer Chris Campbell and
Sgt.-at-Arms Clay Beck.
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Last Stop Willoughby
The Color Guard and Auxiliary Unit of
Palmer-Roberts Post 214 in Willoughby line
up for the "Last Stop Willoughby" Parade
which was held on August 20, 2011.
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POW / MIA
Recognition in Warren
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Above left: Commander
Campbell of Howland Post 700
prepares to lay a rose in memory
of a departed comarade.
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On Friday, September 16, 2011, Trumbull
County held its first laying of the roses
in recognition of the POW/MIA day of
observance. Veteran's groups from all over
the surrounding areas came to take part in
this unique program.
This special event honored those from
Trumbull County who made the supreme
sacrifice in Vietnam and now Operation
Enduring Freedom.
The return of the Veterans of Vietnam
was a different time in America and it is
only right that we honor those who,
without hesitation, answered the call of
the United States of America.
The event took place in the heart of
Warren, Ohio, at the War Memorial at
Courthouse Square.
The United States Air Force Honor Guard
presented the colors and the Trumbull
County Honor Guard provided the 21-gun
salute and taps.
The guest speaker, Mr. Leo Connelly,
Junior Vice Commander of Chapter 2, DAV,
and a helicopter door gunner from the
Vietnam War, was the keynote speaker.
Members of Howland Post 700 can be seen
laying a rose during the ceremony.
Fifty-eight casualities were named, the
bell rung and the rose placed for each
one.
Additionally, three casualities were
read from Operation Iraqi Freedom. Comrade
Al Lambing from Howland Post 700 was part
of the firing squad in the Trumbull County
Honor Guard. The event will now be held
each year on the National POW/MIA
Recognition Day. We must never forget
those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice
in defense of this great nation.
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Willowick-Eastlake Post 678 presents
65-year pin, star
Legionnaires Agnes and Emerson Heinz of
Willowick-Eastlake Post 678 were presented
with 65 year commemorative stars and pins
in recognition of the continuous
membership and service to The American
Legion. Emerson has also served as Post
and District Commander. Both are Charter
members of Post 678.
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Niles Post dedicates Veterans
Memorial Bridge
Niles American Legion William McKinley
Post 106 was instrumental in the
dedication of the Federal Street Bridge in
Niles, Ohio, to honor all Veterans. The
bridge will forever be known as VETERANS
MEMORIAL BRIDGE. On hand for the
dedication was Commander Rocky Bowell Post
106, First Vice Commander Robert L Marino
Sr. Post 106, Chaplain Ralph Cartino Post
106, the Trumbull County American Legion
Honor Guard, Girard American Legion honor
guard, Mayor Ralph Infante, the Niles
McKinley Marching Band, VFW Post 2077,
John Elliott Commander, Army Navy Garrison
252, John Mammula Commander, Army Navy
Garrison 244, Sonny Mobely, Commander.
Post 106 and the Niles American Legion
William McKinley Post 106 would like to
thank Mayor Ralph Infante for all the
support that he gives to the veterans.
Also a thank you to Robert L. Marino Sr.
for making this dedication happen.
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Ashtabula Post burns
mortgage
Ashtabula American Legion Post 103
recently burned their mortgage. Pictured
holding the mortgage to the flames is
District Commander Gary Petrochello, a
member of the Post. Pictured with Gary
from the right are Past Post Commanders
Stan Golembieski, Joe Leskovsky, Robert
Moore, Ernest Barbey (partially hidden)
and Don Otto.
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