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Office of the
Washington, D.C. 20420
Administrator
of Veterans Affairs
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Veterans
Administration
OCTOBER 28 1982
MEMORANDUM FOR:
REPRESTRATION 0330 1980 YEARS SERVING VAL THE SERVING THEY
Ms 2. Sally Kelley
Director of Agency Liaison
Presidential Correspondence
The White House
The letter from Mr. Charles A. Morgan, Jr., to the President,
thanking him for signing legislation granting a Federal
Charter to the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., was re-
ferred on October 21, for direct reply by the Administrator.
It was subsequently agreed a White House response would be
more appropriate and, accordingly, a draft response is
attached.
JOSEPH M SIMON
Director, Executive
Review Staff
Attachment
ok for
my sig,
Mr. Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
Senior National Director
and Legislative Officer
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
2306 Wilmer Drive
WR
Grand Prairie, TX 75051
11/17
Dear Mr. Morgan:
On behalf of the President, I want to express to you and
the members of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., his
sincere appreciation of your letter thanking him for approval
of the recent legislation (Pub. L. No, 97-234) granting your
organization a Federal Charter and for signing the Former
Prisoner of War Benefits Act of 1981 (Pub. L. No. 97-37)
last year. Both these measures indicate a sense of recognition
on the part of a grateful Nation to that group of veterans,
many of whom suffered extraordinary hardships and deprivation
in service to our Country.
Enclosed is a copy of the House Judiciary Committee's report
on the charter legislation (Report No. 97-643) which contains
information of interest to you and the members of your organization.
cordially
Enclosure
N. C. Paulson
Assistant General Counsel (022)
389-3004
ADMINISTRATION
OF TM ADMINISTRATOR
WASHINGTON D.C. 20420
OCTOBER 28 1982
MEMORANDUM FOR:
Ms. Sally Kelley
Director of Agency Liaison
Presidential Correspondence
The White House
The letter from Mr Charles A. Morgan, Jr., to the President,
thanking him for signing legislation granting a Federal
Charter to the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., was re-
ferred on October 21, for direct reply by the Administrator.
It was subsequently agreed a White House response would be
more appropriate and, accordingly, a draft response 1s
attached.
JOSEPH M. SIMON
Director, Executive
Review Staff
Attachment
Mr. Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
Senior National Director
and Legislative Officer
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
2306 Wilmer Drive
Grand Prairie, TX 75051
Dear Mr. Morgan:
On behalf of the President, I want to express to you and
the members of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., his
sincere appreciation of your letter thanking him for approval
of the recent legislation (Pub. L. No. 97-234) granting your
organization a Federal Charter and for signing the Former
Prisoner of War Benefits Act of 1981 (Pub. L. No. 97-37)
last year. Both these measures indicate a sense of recognition
on the part of a grateful Nation to that group of veterans,
many of whom suffered extraordinary hardships and deprivation
in service to our Country.
Enclosed is a copy of the House Judiciary Committee's report
on the charter legislation (Report No. 97-643) which contains
information of interest to you and the members of your organization.
Enclosure
N. C. Paulson
Assistant General Counsel (022)
389-3004
THE WHITE HOUSE OFFICE
REFERRAL
OCTOBER 21, 1982
TO: VETERANS ADMINISTRATION
ACTION REQUESTED:
DIRECT REPLY, FURNISH INFO COPY
DESCRIPTION OF INCOMING:
ID:
104983
MEDIA: LETTER, DATED AUGUST 20, 1982
TO:
PRESIDENT REAGAN
FROM:
MR. CHARLES A. MORGAN JR.
SENIOR NATIONAL DIRECTOR AND
LEGISLATIVE OFFICER
AMERICAN EX - PRISONERS OF WAR,
INCORPORATED
2306 WILMER DRIVE
GRAND PRAIRIE TX 75051
SUBJECT: THANKS PRESIDENT FOR SIGNING HR 5380
PROMPT ACTION IS ESSENTIAL - -- IF REQUIRED ACTION HAS NOT BEEN
TAKEN WITHIN 9 WORKING DAYS OF RECEIPT, PLEASE TELEPHONE THE
UNDERSIGNED AT 456-7486.
RETURN CORRESPONDENCE, WORKSHEET AND COPY OF RESPONSE
OR DRAFT TO:
AGENCY LIAISON, ROOM 91, THE WHITE HOUSE
SALLY KELLEY
DIRECTOR OF AGENCY LIAISON
PRESIDENTIAL CORRESPONDENCE
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D . Draft Response
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to be used as Enclosure
FOR OUTGOING CORRESPONDENCE:
Type of Response - Initials of Signer
Code = "A"
Completion Date = Date of Outgoing
Comments:
Keep this worksheet attached to the original incoming letter.
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Always return completed correspondence record to Central Files.
Refer questions about the correspondence tracking system to Central Reference, ext. 2590.
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1982-1983 NATIONAL OFFICERS
Charles Miller
37
1115 Skylark
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
Lajolla, Cal 92037
NATIONAL COMMANDER
Earl Derrington
1622,Wilhurst St
STATE
AFFICI
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
Jackson, Miss 39211
2306 WILMER DR.
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75051
NATIONAL SR. VICE COMMANDER
Irvin Rittenberg
4 St. Paul St.
Brookline, Mass. 02146
M.Blackurell
August 20, 1982
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
EASTERN REGION
Orlo Natvig
East Clark St., Rt. 4
The Honorable Ronald Reagan
104983
Charles City, lowa 50616
President of the United States
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
CENTRAL REGION
The White House
Alfred P. Galloway
Washington, D.C. 20500
11718 Corliss Ave. N.
Seattle, Wash 98133
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Dear President Reagan,
WESTERN REGIÓN
Sally Morgan
2306 Wilmer Dr.
On behalf of all of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., I want to
Grand Prairie, TX 75051
express to you our most sincere thanks and appreciation for your
NATIONAL ADJUTANT-TREASURER
approval and signature on the Congressional Bill HR-5380 which
NATIONAL DIRECTORS
grants to our Organization a National Charter and Public Law 97-234.
PNC Charles A. Morgan Jr.
SENIOR NATIONAL DIRECTOR
Northeast Region
The American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., is one of the smaller Veteran
Edward Parks
Organizations, but one in which the privilege to become a member of
Edward Allen
takes the most dehumenization initiation rite. Prisoners of war are
North Central Region
Leo Meier
individuals who have lost their Freedom which, thank God, so few
Clarence Meinhardt
Americans have experienced. However, all of our Members would again
Northwest Region
serve to-day, if called upon, to protect the Freedom of our Country.
Dan D. Senften Jr.
Regional Reed
Thus, you can readily understand why we appreciate your action,
Southeast Region
W. Curtis Musten
Further, this is the second time this year which you have directly
Pauline Brown
benefited the American Ex-Prisoner of War. Last August, you signed
South Central Region
Carl Fyler
Public Law 97-37 which after many years finally recognized and will
Milton M. Moore Sr.
correct significant Veteran Administration failures to provide proper
Tillman Rutledge
Medical Care and Benefits to former prisoners of war. We thank you
Southwest Region
Betty Rodriguez
again for your humanitarianism and understanding of the former prisoner
Edward Stokes
of war situation.
Christopher Morgan
Frank Hawkins
Melvin Routt
Thank you again for your great assistance to our Organization and a
NATIONAL DIRECTORS AT LARGE
terrific boost of morale and recognition to our Orgenization.
APPOINTED OFFICERS
Charles A. Morgan Jr.
434 Balfour Dr.
Sincerely,
San Antonio, TX 78239
LEGISLATIVE OFFICER
Dr. Charles A. Stenger
7425 Democracy Blvd #211
Bethesda, Md. 20817
CHARLES A. MORGAN, JR.C
LEGISLATIVE & VETERANS AFFAIRS
Past National Commander
Dr. Thomas Nixon
10353 Milwood Ave.
Sr. National Director
Chatsworth, Cal 91311
DIRECTOR, SERVICE OFFICERS
Legislative Officer
Harold L. Page
Rt. 1, Bx 1084
Buckley, Wash 98321
INTERNATION COORDINATOR
Sue Langseth
312 S. Cherry St
Olathe, Kansas 66061
EDITOR
Joseph C. Schisser
POB 5907
San Leon, TX 77539
JUDGE ADVOCATE
Stan Sommers
Peggy Sommers
MED SEARCH CO-CHAIRMAN
WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF.
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
November 18, 1982
Mr. Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
Senior National Director
and Legislative Officer
American Ex-Prisoners of Was Inc.
2306 Wilmer Drive
Grand Prairie, TX 75051
Dear Mr. Morgan,
On behalf of the President, I want to express to you and
the members of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., his
sincere appreciation of your letter thanking him for approval
of the recent legislation ( Pub. L. No. 97-234 ) granting your
organization a Federal Charter and for signing the Former
Prisoners of War Benefits Act of 1981 ( Pub. L. No. 97-37 )
last year. Both these measures indicate a sense of of recognition
on the part of a grateful Nation to that group of veterans,
many of whom suffered extraordinary hardships and deprivation
in service to our Country.
Enclosed is a copy of the House Judiciary Committee's report
on the Charter legislation ( Report No. 97-643 ) which contains
information of interest to you and the members of your
organization.
Cordially,
Morton C. Blachwell
Morton C. Blackwell
Special Assistant to the President
for Public Liaison.
Enclosure.
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 21, 1981
Dear Mr. Morgan:
I want to thank you for your letter of November 24.
I am sorry we did not have your new address in our files.
My assistant Maiselle Shortley, has informed me of this
situation, and it has been corrected.
On behalf of the President, I want to thank you for your
organization's support of the recent AWACS sale.
If I can be of assistance to you in the future, please
contact me.
Sincerely,
Marton C. Blockwell
Morton C. Blackwell
Special Assistant to the President
Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
National Commander
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
P.O. Box
18957
San Antonio, TX
78218
AMERICAN EX-PRISONERS OF WAR, INC.
MAR AMER 10 AMERICAN ICAN
NON SOLUM ARMIS
CHARLES A. MORGAN, JR.
NATIONAL COMMANDER
434 BALFOUR DRIVE
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78239
(512) 653-4237
1981-1982 NATIONAL OFFICERS
NOV 28 REC'D
Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
434 Balfour Drive
A
San Antonio, Texas 78239
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. MORTON
NATIONAL COMMANDER
Edward Fisher
27 Fort Street
STATE
STATE
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
Fairhaven, Massachusetts 02719
4801 GOLDFIELD #163
P.O. BOX 18957
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78218
NATIONAL SR. VICE COMMANDER
Edward Parks
Rt. 1, Miller Street
November 24, 1981
Middleboro, Massachusetts 02346
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
EASTERN REGION
Ms. Elizabeth H. Dole
C. Earl Derrington
Assistant to the President for Public Liaison
1622 Wilhurst St.
The White nouse
Jackson, Mississippi 39211
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Washington, D.C. 20500
CENTRAL REGION
Charles Miller
Dear Ms. Dole,
P.O. Box 176
La Jolla, California 92037
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
WESTERN REGION
When in Washington for the Veterans Day Ceremonies at Arlington Cemetery
I talked with Miss Maiselle at the White House.
Randall J.J. Briere
4801 Goldfield #163
P.O. Box 18957
San Antonio, Texas 78218
The purpose of my call was the wrong address that The White House and The
NATIONAL ADJUTANT TREASURER
President was using for the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. Our National
NATIONAL DIRECTORS:
Headquarters was moved in August 1981 to the address shown at the top of
PNC Stanley G. Sommers
SENIOR NATIONAL DIRECTOR
this page. Likewise my address as National Commander is shown at the left
side of the page.
Northeast Region
Irving W. Rittenberg
Edward Allen
The Mailgram regarding the AWACS briefing went to the former address of
North Central Region
the Organization in Florida, and when forwarded by the Post Office to the
Clifford M. Omtvedt
Orlo Natvig
new National Headquarters, the time of the briefing was passed. I tried
Northwest Region
three times to get the number on the mailgram but with no success. Later,
Alfred P. Galloway
the Organization received the Veterans Day Proclamation from the President,
Reginald W. Reed
but it too went to Florida and then was forwarded on to the Texas address
Southeast Region
after Veterans Day.
Edgar Van Valkenburg
W. Curtis Musten
South Central Region
Miss Maiselle was very courteous and understanding of the problem and I,
Carl H. Harre
by phone, furnished her the proper address as well as the proper telephone.
H.C. Griffin
Milton M. Moore
We do not want the President or his staff to feel that the American Ex-Pris-
Southwest Region
Ralph Moulis
oners of War, Inc., are not amiss in reply to his invitation. We are very
Betty Rodriguez
pleased that the sale of AWACS was approved by Congress. Our Organization
Benson Guyton
is also pleased with his stand on the Budget and his message to the Soviets.
Frank Hawkins
Melvin Routt
We know how the enemy thinks better than the great majority of the Americans
NATIONAL DIRECTOR AT LARGE
do. We have been there when it was rough and we do not want our people ever
APPOINTED OFFICERS:
to be involved in a situation again like we were. So we heartly endorse
C. Earl Derrington
Mr. Reagan's actions. He has our support. I would hope you will provide
1622 Wilhurst
him a Memo of such nature.
Jackson, Mississippi 39211
LEGISLATIVE OFFICER
Dr. Charles A. Stenger
Please keep us informed and invited to Veteran activities in the future,
7425 Democracy Boulevard Apt. 211
now that you have the proper address. We will be there.
Bethesda, Maryland 20817
LEGISLATIVE & VETERAN AFFAIRS
Tony Newcomb Toscano
Thanking you in advance for your assistance in these matters.
276 Briggs Street
Syracuse, New York 13208
DIRECTOR, SERVICE OFFICERS
Sincerely,
Harold L. Page
Route 1, Box 1084
Buckley, Washington 98321
INTERNATIONAL COORDINATOR
Charles
Sue Langseth
312 S. Cherry St.
CHARLES A. MORGAN, JR.
Olathe, Kansas 66061
National Commanderr
EDITOR
Joseph G. Schisser
P.O. Box 5807
Contact at - 434 Balfour Dr., San Antonio, TX 78239 (512) 653 - 4237
San Leon, Texas 77539
WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF.
JUDGE ADVOCATE
familiar with the little tell-tale indications
too. With your enrollment as a member of the
that should motivate them to search further
National Organization, you will receive each
and make sure they have diagnosed and
month a copy of the AX-POW Bulletin. This
prescribed the correct treatment for each in-
booklet is intended to keep you informed on
dividual POW. These packets are available at
new happenings, news of comrades, and
a very low cost which covers the printing and
everything that relates to you as a former
mailing only. There is a wealth of knowledge
Prisoner of War. Dues may be sent to our
on the study and research of the POW
National Headquarters Office for immediate
residual effects of internment and the findings
processing.
should be considered a vital part of your un-
derstanding of every day problems that do
A listing of Chapters and the contact per-
exist as a result of incarceration.
sons for meeting information will be found in
the Bulletin. Our Chapter members will be
The Organization was recognized by the
eager to meet you and make you feel com-
Veterans Administration and in early 1980,
fortable in your association with them.
the first National Officers were certified. As
we complete the training program of more
This information sheet has been prepared
dedicated men in this area, we will be able to
by Herman E. Molen, National Commander,
offer this valuable assistance to more mem-
1979-1980 and National Membership Chair-
bers in their own areas. However, those who
man, 1980-1981. If you have any questions, do
are now certified are ready and willing to help
not hesitate to contact him.
with POW claims for anyone, anywhere. With
the recognition by the VA, we are now also
Herman E. Molen
eligible to offer aid to the Veterans Ad-
1704 Castleberry Lane
ministration facilities with participation in the
Las Vegas, Nevada 89110
VAVS programs.
Phone 702/459-2255
Perhaps one of the most important roles the
Organization plays is in the comradeship that
National Headquarters Address:
is shared. In many, many instances a POW
feels that he is alone in his fears and traumas,
AMERICAN EX-PRISONERS OF WAR, INC.
MAR AME NON TOMARMIS P OF RICAN AMERICAN CHERSE
and this often causes additional problems in
2620 North Dundoo St.
his home and social environments. Attending
Tampa, Florida 33609
meetings and conventions where he can meet
and talk with a fellow prisoner who was there
too, and knows what it is like can often help
to alleviate some of his doubts and it is often
found that he is not alone in his thoughts and
medical problems. One wife talking with
another and learning from other POWs can
create a great big new and more un-
derstanding relationship. The Organization is
made up of people who care for their fellow
man and are anxious to help in any way they
can. We do "Exist to help the man who cannot
help himself" which is our Med-Search Motto.
Just encouraging a fellow POW to file a claim,
see a Doctor, etc., is truly a service to the in-
dividual.
Do consider membership in the American
Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. We need your help
"WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN
and hopefully, we can be of service to you,
WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF"
"WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN.
WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF"
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AN INTRODUCTION TO THE
AMERICAN EX-PRISONERS OF WAR, INC.
may be cast by a previously selected delegate
These bills were later amended and an ad-
of that Chapter. All Members-at-large must be
ditional dollar and fifty cents was authorized
Preamble: We, citizens of the United States
in attendance at the Convention to cast their
for every military POW. Remember, we were
who were captured or interned by the enemy,
vote. Any member may select Life Mem-
all so happy to be home that legislative mat-
do unite establish a permanent
bership.
ters were the furthest thoughts in our minds,
organization.
but a few men foresaw the events we were to
Nationat Officers include Commander,
see come to pass in later years. They did con-
Purpose: To encourage fraternity for the
Senior Vice-Commander, three Junior Vice-
tinue the struggle and again in 1956, Congress
common good, foster patriotism and loyalty,
Commanders, AXDJUTANT, Treasurer and a
passed a law to assist the POW, PL-744, 84th
assist Ex-Prisoners of War, Civilian Internees,
Board of Directors. For purposes of electing
Congress, 2nd Session: Effects of Malnutrition
and their widows and orphans, maintain
Directors, the United States is divided into six
and Other Hardships on the Mortality and
allegiance to the United States of America,
Regions. They are: Northeast (Connecticut,
Morbidity of Former United States Prisoners
preserve and defend the United States from
Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,
of War and Civilian Internees of World War
all of her enemies, maintain historical re-
New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio,
II: Appraisal of Current Information. PL91-
cords.
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and
376, 95-349 and 95-479 were additional
West Virginia). Southeast (Alabama, Florida,
legislative actions to benefit the POW. As the
The above are direct quotes from the Con-
Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South
POW has advanced in age, it has become ap-
stitution and By-Laws of the American Ex-
Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and District of
parent that further legislation is needed to aid
Prisoners of War, Inc. In an effort to better
Columbia.) North Central (Illinois, Indiana,
the increased needs for health research and
acquaint you with the goals and structure on
lowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North
appropriate compensation schedules. The
the organization, may we touch briefly on a
Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.) South
United States Congress requested a study be
few areas? Eligibility for membership is open
Central (Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana,
conducted by the Veterans Administration
to all persons in the Armed Services of the
Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.)
regarding the health care and compensation
United States who were held prisoners of war
Northwest (Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon,
of former Prisoners of War (Fall, 1978). This
by an enemy of the United States because of
Washington, and Wyoming.) Southwest
study was presented to Congress the last day
such service, United States Citizens who were
(Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii,
of May, 1980. Much information and assistan-
imprisoned because of their citizenship and
Nevada, New Mexico and Utah.)
ce was provided the VA Task Force Team by
United States citizens who were taken
the Members and Officers of American Ex-
prisoners by an enemy of the United States
The three Junior Vice-Commanders service
Prisoners of War, Inc., and these efforts have
while honorably serving an ally of the United
the combined area of two Regions and are
been fully recognized by the agencies in-
States. The following relatives of any member
designated as Eastern, Central and Western.
volved in the study. Testimonies before both
may hold a full membership in the
the House and Senate Veterans Affairs Com-
organization: Spouse, Parents, Step-Parents,
National Convention sites are chosen by
mittees were presented by representatives of
Brothers, Sisters, Children and Heirs-in-law as
Regions, each having the opportunity of bid-
the Organization in June, 1980, and we are en-
defined in the Washington Revised Statutes as
ding once every six years in rotation. Con-
couraging and looking forward to the
amended. Any person who has been adjudged
ventions are hosted by local Chapters and in
possibility of further meetings and hearings.
guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction of
the event a Region has no Chapters wishing to
This involvement is just one example of the
collaboration with the enemy, subversion,
bid, other Regions may bid following the
dedication of our membership--the countless
sedition, or treason shall be barred from mem-
rotation basis.
letters that have been written, the personal
bership. Membership applications must be
contacts that have been made are all a part of
made in writing and be accompanied with
The organization has, over the years, been
a combined effort to aid and assist all
monies to pay National Dues. A member shall
continuously involved in working for the bet-
Prisoners of War.
have the privelege of affiliating with a local
terment of the lives of all former Prisoners of
Chapter of his choosing and may transfer
War, and in addition, strives to improve con-
Our Medical Research Committee has
membership to another Chapter at any time
ditions for all Veterans. In 1949-1950, Past
through the years spent hours and hours of
with the provision that he is a member in good
National Commander John Walker worked
research; comparisons with other countries
standing with the National Office. Members
very hard at getting HR8848-S3903 passed.
and input from noted Doctors throughout the
who are far removed from a local Chapter will
This was the bill that entitled every POW to
world have been added to the research and
be accepted as Members-at-large and will be
one dollar for every day he was held prisoner.
findings personally experienced by the POW
attached to the National Headquarters Office
The bill also provided for a study of the men-
himself. The Organization has now compiled
and served by the National Adjutant-
tal and physical sequalae of malnutrition and
this information into Med-Search Packets
Treasurer. Each member is allowed one vote
starvation suffered by both military and
which should be a must for every Doctor who
in National Elections and votes for Chapters
civilian prisoners of war during World War 11.
is treating a POW. Most Doctors are not
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NATIONAL OFFICERS:
Stanley C. Sommers
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
1410 Adler Road
Marshfield, Wisconsin 54449
NATIONAL COMMANDER
STATE
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
2620 NORTH DUNDEE STREET - TAMPA, FLORIDA 33609
434 Balfour Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78239
NATIONAL SR. VICE COMMANDER
August 9, 1981
Edward Fisher
27 Fort Street
Fairhaven, Massachusetts 02719
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Thornton E. Hamby
637 Manor
Big Spring, Texas 79720
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Mr. Morton C. Blackwell
William L. Mattson
Special Assistant to the President
23779 Hall Road
Office of Public Liaison
Cheshire, Oregon 97419
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Room 191, Old Executive Office Bldg
The White House
Pauline Brown
Washington, D.C. 20500
2620 N. Dundee St.
Tampa, Florida 33609
NATIONAL ADJUTANT-TREASURER
Dear Mr. Blackwell:
NATIONAL DIRECTORS:
Herman E. Molen
Thank you for your letter of June 19, 1981 in reference to the
SENIOR NATIONAL DIRECTOR
Presidential signing ceremony on June 12th concerning POW/MIA
Southeast Region
Day. Unfortunately I or none of my representatives of the
Sam J. Castrianni
Edgar Van Valkenburg
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. were informed to be present
South Central Region
at the ceremony.
C. Earl Derrington
Dr. Carl J. Fyler
James B. Manford
I also understand that 28 National Commanders of various
Southwest Region
veterans groups met with the President, again we not informed
they wise AWAC
Charles F. Miller
Ralph E. Moulis
Northeast Region
The American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. is the largest former
Patrick J. Logan
prisoner of war organization in the United States with 13,000
Away
Edward W. Parks
members, 11 State Departments and 117 Chapters.
North Central Region
Leo H. Meier
Clifford Omtvedt
10/6/81
Our new Commander is Charles A. Morgan, Jr., 434 Balfour Drive,
Northwest Region
Alfred Galloway
San Antonio, TX 78239 (phone 515 653 4237). Our consultant
T. Burdette Langdon
for legislative and V.A. affairs is Charles Stenger, Ph.D.,
Benson Guyton
7425 Democracy Blvd., #211, Bethesda, MD 20034 (phone 365 5452).
Orlo Natvig
NATIONAL DIRECTOR AT LARGE
1622 Wilhurst
Thank parked Dick
I would be very honored to receive the President's pen that he
APPOINTED OFFICERS:
uses when he signs HR 1100, the Ex-POW Bill.
C. Earl Derrington
Jackson, Mississippi 39211
Jouman Sincerely yours,
LEGISLATIVE OFFICER
pictures Reagar Pres. of
Dr. Charles A. Stenger
7425 Democracy Boulevard - Apt. 211
Bethesda, Maryiand 20034
NATIONAL DIRECTOR OF SERVICES
Ster Sommers
sent 10/2/81
Dr. Lewis H. Hastings
Stan Sommers
8191 Owens St.
Past National Commander
Buena Park, California 90621
NATIONAL OFFICER
1410 Adler Road
Harold I. Page
Marshfield, WI 54449
Route 1, Box 1084
Buckley, Washington 98321
MEDSEARCH DIRECTOR
INTERNATIONAL COORDINATOR
Sue Langseth
312 S. Cherry St.
Olathe, Kansas 66061
EDITOR
D. C. Wimberly
711 Tenth St. N.W.
Springhill, Louisiana 71075
WF FXIST TO HELP THE MAN WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF.
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
January 18, 1982
Dear Commander Morgan:
I am pleased to respond to your letter of December 10
recommending several candidates for membership on the
Advisory Committee on Former Prisoners of War.
I have referred your letter to officials of the Veterans
Administration, who have asked me to convey to you their
appreciation for this helpful information. The names you
submitted will be given every consideration for the
responsiblities of this important committee.
Sincerely,
Marton e. Blechwill
Morton C. Blackwell
Special Assistant to the President
Mr. Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
National Commander
American Ex-Prisoners of War
434 Balfour Drive
San Antonio, TX 78239
Office of the
Washington, D.C. 20420
Administrator
of Veterans Affairs
Veterans
PLBLAC
Administration
DECEMBER 30 1981
SERVINOI THE VAL VETERANFOR FIFTY YEARS
MEMORANDUM FOR:
1930
1980
Ms. Sally Kelley
ADMINIS
OMINISTRATIONS
Director of Agency Liaison
Presidential Correspondence
Room 62
The White House
In accordance with your referral of December 18, 1981,
I am pleased to enclose a suggested draft response to
Mr. Charles A. Morgan, Jr., National Commander, American
Ex-Prisoners of War, Incorporated.
NJOSEPH J. FOLEY
Director, Executive Staff
Enclosures
DRAFT
Mr. Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
National Commander
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
ou
434 Balfour Drive
M
San Antonio, Texas 78239
Dear Commander Morgan:
I am pleased to respond to your letter of December 10
recommending several candidates for membership on the
Advisory Committee on Former Prisoners of War.
I have referred your letter to officials of the Veterans
Administration, who have asked me to convey to you their
appreciation for this helpful information. The names you
submitted will be given every consideration for the respon-
sibilities of this important committee.
Veterans Administration
Office of the
Administrator
of Veterans Affairs
Washington D. C. 20420
DECEMBER 30 1981
MEMORANDUM FOR:
Ms. Sally Kelley
Director of Agency Liaison
Presidential Correspondence
ROOM 62
The White House
In accordance with your referral of December 18, 1981,
I am pleased to enclose a auggestad draft response to
Mr, Charles A. Morgan, Jr., National Commander, American
Ex-Prisoners of War, Incorporated.
For and in the
absence of
JOSEPH J FOLEY
Director, Executive Staff
Enclosures
DRAFT
Mr. Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
National Commander
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
434 Balfour Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78239
Dear Communder Morgan:
I am pleased to respond to your latter of December 10
recommending several candidates for or membership on the
Advisory Committee on Former Prisoners of War.
I have referred your letter to efficials of the Veterans
Administration, who have asked me to convey to you their
appreciation for this helpful information. The names you
submitted will be given every consideration for the respon-
sibilities of this important committee.
THE WHITE HOUSE OFFICE
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DECEMBER 18, 1981
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TO:
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FROM:
MR. CHARLES A. MORGAN JR.
NATIONAL COMMANDER
AMERICAN EX - PRISONERS OF WAR,
INC.
4801 GOLDFIELD #163
POST OFFICE BOX 18957
SAN ANTONIO TX 78218
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1981-1982 IONAL OFFICERS
Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
Balfour Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78239
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
NATIONAL COMMANDER
Edward Fisher
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
27 Fort Street
Fairhaven. Massachusetts 02719
4801 GOLDFIELD #163
P.O. BOX 18957
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78218
NATIONAL SR. VICE COMMANDER
Edward Parks
Rt. 1, Miller Street
December 12, 1,81
Middleboro. Massachusetts 02346
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
EASTERN REGION
Mr. Lorton Blackwell
White House Veterans Liaison Officer
C. Earl Derrington
1622 Wilhurst St.
1/1 Old Executive Office Bldg.
ackson, Mississipp 39211
NATIONAL IR. VICE COMMANDER
Washington, D.C. 20500
CENTRAL REGION
052805
Charles Miller
Dear Mr. Blackwell,
P.O. Box 176
a Jolia. California 92037
NATIONAL IR. VICE COMMANDER
As the National Commander of the American Ex-Prisoners CC .ar, Inc., it
WESTERN REGION
has been my sincere privilege and pleasure to work with the Veterens Admin-
Randall 1.1. Briere
istration for the betterment in the management and services to the veteran.
1801 Goldfield #163
P.O. Box 18957
an Antonio Texas 78218
Since "The Former Prisoners of war Lenefits Act of 1,81" was passed by the
NATIONAL ADJUTANT TREASURER
Congress and signed into Public Law 97-37 by the President, it has become
NATIONAL DIRECTORS:
much more important that the service and assistance to the Veterans Admin-
NC Stanley G. Sommers
istration are preformed in a sincere and knowledgeable manner without any
ENIOR NATIONAL DIRECTOR
onward manner. Likewise, the formation of the new and most important
Northeast Region
rving W. Rittenberg
Committee for former Prisoners of war -'The Advisory Committee to the
dward Allen
Administrator on Former POWS, the assistance to the Administrator is a
North Central Region
very critical and extraordinary assignment.
Difford M. Omtvedt
Drlo Natvig
During the past year, I was in Washington several times during the develop-
Northwest Region
Alfred P. Galloway
ment and passage of PL 97-37, and I fully realize the magnitude of the
leginald W. Reed
job in selecting the most qualified individuals to the Advisory Committee.
outheast Region
I am well aware of the problem in obtaining highly qualified personnel on
dgar Van Valkenburg
the Committee, professional and lay persons, who will have the knowledge,
N. Curtis Musten
compassion and understanding of the POR problems. There are many who would
outh Central Region
Carl H. Harre
like to become a member of this Committee, but upon rigid examination they
t.C. Griffin
are completely naive, have a very narrow and tunnel vision view, are only
Ailton M. Moore
interested in their own and related areas (now and when a PO:), and have
outhwest Region
become somewhat negative in their thinking of the FA's treatment of the
talph Moulis
letty Rodriguez
POWS not a positive and forward thought.
lenson Guvton
rank Hawkins
In my position as National Commender, I have recommended to the Administ-
Aelvin Routt
NATIONAL DIRECTOR AT LARGE
rator several individuals, all former POWS in various areas ano wers. They
are well qualified, bear no political status or aims, and are truly inter-
PPOINTED OFFICERS:
:. Earl Derrington
ested tin the former Prisoners of War problems. These problems are just as
622 Wilhurst
definitive and critical as are the problems of the Viet Rar veterans. The
ackson. Mississippi 39211
EGISLATIVE OFFICER
individuals that I recommended are as follows, and are not in an order of
priority only alphabetical:
Dr. Charles A. Stenger
425 Democracy Boulevard . Apt. 211
Sethesda, Marviand 20817
It. Den. (Rtd) John F. Flynn, USAF DS, RA.
EGISLATIVE & VETERAN AFFAIRS
Lt. Gen. Flynn is the vanking Viet Name FOR; in year a PCT,; serves
ony Newcomb Toscano
ES an advisor on the Air Force Association, VFW, MAI- FORS, and
76 Briggs Street
American Ex-Frisoners of War, Inc.
vracuse. New York 13208
DIRECTOR. SERVICE OFFICERS
Colonel (Rtd) Charles A. Morgan, jr, USA - SA, PA.
Harold L. Page
I represent the American Ex-Prisoners of ir ES the Lational Com-
(oute Box 1084
hander; 3:5 years 8 POW, Jananese FOA; 32% years of Army Service.
luckley Washington 98321
NTERNATIONAL COORDINATOR
1Y. Stanley Q. Sommers
Mr. Sommers is a Test Rational Ownander if the American Ex-Trisone
ue Langseth
12.5 Cherry St.
of war; Director, Medical Research, A ericer Ex-Trisoners of har
Diathe Kansas 66061
DITOR
for the yest 14 years and has researched FOLS on the effects of
incereration; 3½ years POW, Japanese POR.
osepn is Schisser
'.O Box 5807
ar Leon Texas 77539
WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF.
UDGE ADI OCATE
RECY
DEC IS 12 14 AM '81
DEPT.OF
MEDICINE & SURGERY
1981-1982 ATIONAL OFFICERS
Charles A. Morgan,
434-Balfour Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78239
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
NATIONAL COMMANDER
Edward Fisher
27 Fort Street
STATE
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
Fairhaven, Massachusetts 02719
4801 GOLDFIELD #163
P.O. BOX 18957
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78218
NATIONAL SR. VICE COMMANDER
Edward Parks
Mr. Morton Blackwell - December 10, 1981 - Page 2
Rt. 1, Miller Street
Middleboro, Massachusetts 02346
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Dr. Charles A. Stenger - BS, MA, PhD.
EASTERN REGION
Dr. Stenger is a former VA psychologist and he has researched
=. Earl Derrington
POWS from all wars for many years; 6 months POW, German POW.
1622 Wilhurst St.
ackson, Mississippi 39211
In my previous letter to the Veterans Administration I did not recommend a
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Korean POW, however I would like to you.
CENTRAL REGION
Mr. Edward Fisher
Charles Miller
P.O. Box 176
Mr. Fisher is the Sr. Vice Commander of the American Ex-Prisoners of
a Jolla, California 92037
War and the most knowledgable Korean POW within the organization;
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
WESTERN REGION
1½ years POW, Korean POW.
Randall J.J. Briere
1801 Goldfield #163
P.O. Box 18957
I have not recommended any professional people, other than Dr. Stenger,
San Antonio, Texas 78218
NATIONAL ADJUTANT TREASURER
as I firmly believe that the Veterans Administration has a fine knowledge
of the qualified professional people and know who may be willing to serve.
NATIONAL DIRECTORS:
NC Stanley G. Sommers
In my discussion with the VA personnel in this area, I am quite willing to
ENIOR NATIONAL DIRECTOR
let themchoose the professionals for they are only going to the top-drawer
Northeast Region
of people.
rving W. Rittenberg
:dward Allen
Trusting that the above will be of assistance to you and in your recommend-
North Central Region
Clifford M. Omtvedt
ations in the evaluation of individuals for the Advisory Committee to the
Drlo Natvig
White House. If, I can be of further assistance, please do not hestitate
Northwest Region
to call upon me. I will do what ever I can do to assist you and our Pres-
Alfred P. Galloway
ident in the selection of qualified individuals to this Committee. I olan
Reginald W. Reed
to be in the Washington area in the near future and would like to take the
outheast Region
opportunity to call upon you.
dgar Van Valkenburg
N. Curtis Musten
outh Central Region
Carl H. Harre
Sincerely,
t.C. Griffin
Milton M. Moore
outhwest Region
Ralph Moulis
letty Rodriguez
lenson Guyton
rank Hawkins
Aelvin Routt
NATIONAL DIRECTOR AT LARGE
Please address correspondence to me at 434 Balfour Drive
APPOINTED OFFICERS:
San Antonio, TX 78239
:. Earl Derrington
Or Call
(512) 653 - 4237
622 Wilhurst
ackson, Mississippi 39211
EGISLATIVE OFFICER
)r. Charles A. Stenger
425 Democracy Boulevard Apt. 211
lethesda, Maryland 20817
EGISLATIVE & VETERAN AFFAIRS
ony Newcomb Toscano
DEPARTMENT
AMERICAN EX-PRISONERS OF WAR, INC.
'76 Briggs Street
yracuse, New York 13208
DIRECTOR. SERVICE OFFICERS
Harold L. Page
CHARLES A. MORGAN, JR.
:oute 1, Box 1084
luckley, Washington 98321
NATIONAL COMMANDER
INTERNATIONAL COORDINATOR
we Langseth
12 S. Cherry St
Diathe Kansas 66061
434 BALFOUR DRIVE
DITOR
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78239
(512) 653-4237
oseph G Schisser
O Box 5807
an Leon Texas 77539
WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF.
UDGE ADVOCATE
familiar with the little tell-tale indications
too. With your enrollment as a member of the
that should motivate them to search further
National Organization, you will receive each
and make sure they have diagnosed and
month a copy of the AX-POW Bulletin. This
prescribed the correct treatment for each in-
booklet is intended to keep you informed on
dividual POW. These packets are available at
new happenings, news of comrades, and
a very low cost which covers the printing and
everything that relates to you as a former
mailing only. There is a wealth of knowledge
Prisoner of War. Dues may be sent to our
on the study and research of the POW
National Headquarters Office for immediate
residual effects of internment and the findings
processing.
should be considered a vital part of your un-
derstanding of every day problems that do
A listing of Chapters and the contact per-
exist as a result of incarceration.
sons for meeting information will be found in
the Bulletin. Our Chapter members will be
The Organization was recognized by the
eager to meet you and make you feel com-
Veterans Administration and in early 1980,
fortable in your association with them.
the first National Officers were certified. As
we complete the training program of more
This information sheet has been prepared
dedicated men in this area, we will be able to
by Herman E. Molen, National Commander,
offer this valuable assistance to more mem-
1979-1980 and National Membership Chair-
bers in their own areas. However, those who
man, 1980-1981. If you have any questions, do
are now certified are ready and willing to help
not hesitate to contact him.
with POW claims for anyone, anywhere. With
the recognition by the VA, we are now also
Herman E. Molen
eligible to offer aid to the Veterans Ad-
1704 Castleberry Lane
ministration facilities with participation in the
Las Vegas, Nevada 89110
VAVS programs.
Phone 702/459-2255
Perhaps one of the most important roles the
Organization plays is in the comradeship that
National Headquarters Address:
is shared. In many, many instances a POW
feels that he is alone in his fears and traumas,
4801 GOLDFIELD # 163
and this often causes additional problems in
MAR AME NON COMPANYS P OF RICAN
his home and social environments. Attending
P.O. BOX 18957
meetings and conventions where he can meet
and talk with a fellow prisoner who was there
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78218
too, and knows what it is like can often help
to alleviate some of his doubts and it is often
found that he is not alone in his thoughts and
medical problems. One wife talking with
another and learning from other POWs can
create a great big new and more un-
derstanding relationship. The Organization is
made up of people who care for their fellow
man and are anxious to help in any way they
can. We do "Exist to help the man who cannot
help himself" which is our Med-Search Motto.
Just encouraging a fellow POW to file a claim,
see a Doctor, etc., is truly a service to the in-
dividual.
Do consider membership in the American
Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. We need your help
"WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN
and hopefully, we can be of service to you,
WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF"
"WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN
WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF"
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5
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE
AMERICAN EX-PRISONERS OF WAR, INC.
may be cast by a previously selected delegate
These bills were later amended and an ad-
of that Chapter. All Members-at-large must be
ditional dollar and fifty cents was authorized
Preamble: We, citizens of the United States
in attendance at the Convention to cast their
for every military POW. Remember, we were
who were captured or interned by the enemy,
vote. Any member may select Life Mem-
all so happy to be home that legislative mat-
do unite establish a permanent
bership.
ters were the furthest thoughts in our minds,
organization.
but a few men foresaw the events we were to
Nationat Officers include Commander,
see come to pass in later years. They did con-
Purpose: To encourage fraternity for the
Senior Vice-Commander, three Junior Vice-
tinue the struggle and again in 1956, Congress
common good, foster patriotism and loyalty,
Commanders, AXDJUTANT, Treasurer and a
passed a law to assist the POW, PL-744, 84th
assist Ex-Prisoners of War, Civilian Internees,
Board of Directors. For purposes of electing
Congress, 2nd Session: Effects of Malnutrition
and their widows and orphans, maintain
Directors, the United States is divided into six
and Other Hardships on the Mortality and
allegiance to the United States of America,
Regions. They are: Northeast (Connecticut,
Morbidity of Former United States Prisoners
preserve and defend the United States from
Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,
of War and Civilian Internees of World War
all of her enemies, maintain historical re-
New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio,
II: Appraisal of Current Information. PL91-
cords.
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and
376, 95-349 and 95-479 were additional
West Virginia). Southeast (Alabama, Florida,
legislative actions to benefit the POW. As the
The above are direct quotes from the Con-
Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South
POW has advanced in age, it has become ap-
stitution and By-Laws of the American Ex-
Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and District of
parent that further legislation is needed to aid
Prisoners of War, Inc. In an effort to better
Columbia.) North Central (Illinois, Indiana,
the increased needs for health research and
acquaint you with the goals and structure on
lowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North
appropriate compensation schedules. The
the organization, may we touch briefly on a
Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.) South
United States Congress requested a study be
few areas? Eligibility for membership is open
Central (Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana,
conducted by the Veterans Administration
to all persons in the Armed Services of the
Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.)
regarding the health care and compensation
United States who were held prisoners of war
Northwest (Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon,
of former Prisoners of War (Fall, 1978). This
by an enemy of the United States because of
Washington, and Wyoming.) Southwest
study was presented to Congress the last day
such service, United States Citizens who were
(Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii,
of May, 1980. Much information and assistan-
imprisoned because of their citizenship and
Nevada, New Mexico and Utah.)
ce was provided the VA Task Force Team by
United States citizens who were taken
the Members and Officers of American Ex-
prisoners by an enemy of the United States
The three Junior Vice-Commanders service
Prisoners of War, Inc., and these efforts have
while honorably serving an ally of the United
the combined area of two Regions and are
been fully recognized by the agencies in-
States. The following relatives of any member
designated as Eastern, Central and Western.
volved in the study. Testimonies before both
may hold a full membership in the
the House and Senate Veterans Affairs Com-
organization: Spouse, Parents, Step-Parents,
National Convention sites are chosen by
mittees were presented by representatives of
Brothers, Sisters, Children and Heirs-in-law as
Regions, each having the opportunity of bid-
the Organization in June, 1980, and we are en-
defined in the Washington Revised Statutes as
ding once every six years in rotation. Con-
couraging and looking forward to the
amended. Any person who has been adjudged
ventions are hosted by local Chapters and in
possibility of further meetings and hearings.
guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction of
the event a Region has no Chapters wishing to
This involvement is just one example of the
collaboration with the enemy, subversion,
bid, other Regions may bid following the
dedication of our membership--the countless
sedition, or treason shall be barred from mem-
rotation basis.
letters that have been written, the personal
bership. Membership applications must be
contacts that have been made are all a part of
made in writing and be accompanied with
The organization has, over the years, been
a combined effort to aid and assist all
monies to pay National Dues. A member shall
continuously involved in working for the bet-
Prisoners of War.
have the privelege of affiliating with a local
terment of the lives of all former Prisoners of
Chapter of his choosing and may transfer
War, and in addition, strives to improve con-
Our Medical Research Committee has
membership to another Chapter at any time
ditions for all Veterans. In 1949-1950, Past
through the years spent hours and hours of
with the provision that he is a member in good
National Commander John Walker worked
research; comparisons with other countries
standing with the National Office. Members
very hard at getting HR8848-S3903 passed.
and input from noted Doctors throughout the
who are far removed from a local Chapter will
This was the bill that entitled every POW to
world have been added to the research and
be accepted as Members-at-large and will be
one dollar for every day he was held prisoner.
findings personally experienced by the POW
attached to the National Headquarters Office
The bill also provided for a study of the men-
himself. The Organization has now compiled
and served by the National Adjutant-
tal and physical sequalae of malnutrition and
this information into Med-Search Packets
Treasurer. Each member is allowed one vote
starvation suffered by both military and
which should be a must for every Doctor who
in National Elections and votes for Chapters
civilian prisoners of war during World War II.
is treating a POW. Most Doctors are not
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NATIONAL OFFICERS:
Stanley G. Sommers
A
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
1410 Adler Road
Marshfield, Wisconsin 54449
PAST
NATIONAL COMMANDER
ASIS
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
2620 NORTH DUNDEE STREET - TAMPA, FLORIDA 33609
434 Balfour Drive
San Antonio, Texas 78239
NATIONAL SR. VICE COMMANDER
August 9, 1981
Edward Fisher
27 Fort Street
Fairhaven, Massachusetts 02719
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Thornton E. Hamby
637 Manor
Big Spring, Texas 79720
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Mr. Morton C. Blackwell
William L. Mattson
Special Assistant to the President
23779 Hall Road
Office of Public Liaison
Cheshire, Oregon 97419
NATIONAL JR. VICE COMMANDER
Room 191, Old Executive Office Bldg
The White House
Pauline Brown
Washington, D.C. 20500
2620 N. Dundee St.
Tampa, Florida 33609
NATIONAL ADJUTANT-TREASURER
Dear Mr. Blackwell:
NATIONAL DIRECTORS:
Herman E. Molen
Thank you for your letter of June 19, 1981 in reference to the
SENIOR NATIONAL DIRECTOR
Presidential signing ceremony on June 12th concerning POW/MIA
Southeast Region
Day. Unfortunately I or none of my representatives of the
Sam J. Castrianni
Edgar Van Valkenburg
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. were informed to be present
South Central Region
at the ceremony.
C. Earl Derrington
Dr. Carl J. Fyler
James B. Manford
I also understand that 28 National Commanders of various
Southwest Region
veterans groups met with the President, again we not informed.
Charles F. Miller
Ralph E. Moulis
Northeast Region
The American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. is the largest former
Patrick J. Logan
prisoner of war organization in the United States with 13,000
Edward W. Parks
members, 11 State Departments and 117 Chapters.
North Central Region
Leo H. Meier
Clifford Omtvedt
Our new Commander is Charles A. Morgan, Jr., 434 Balfour Drive,
Northwest Region
Alfred Galloway
San Antonio, TX 78239 (phone 515 653 4237). Our consultant
T. Burdette Langdon
for legislative and V.A. affairs is Charles Stenger, Ph.D.,
Benson Guyton
7425 Democracy Blvd., #211, Bethesda, MD 20034 (phone 365 5452).
Orlo Natvig
NATIONAL DIRECTOR AT LARGE
I would be very honored to receive the President's pen that he
APPOINTED OFFICERS:
uses when he signs HR 1100, the Ex-POW Bill.
C. Earl Derrington
1622 Wilhurst
Jackson, Mississippi 39211
Sincerely yours,
LEGISLATIVE OFFICER
Dr. Charles A. Stenger
7425 Democracy Boulevard - Apt. 211
Bethesda, Maryland 20034
NATIONAL DIRECTOR OF SERVICES
Ster Sommers
Dr. Lewis H. Hastings
Stan Sommers
8191 Owens St.
Past National Commander
Buena Park, California 90621
NATIONAL OFFICER
1410 Adler Road
Marshfield, WI 54449
Harold L. Page
Route 1, Box 1084
Buckley, Washington 98321
MEDSEARCH DIRECTOR
INTERNATIONAL COORDINATOR
Sue Langseth
312 S. Cherry St.
Olathe, Kansas 66061
EDITOR
D. C. Wimberly
711 Tenth St. N.W.
Springhill, Louisiana 71075
JUDGE ADVOCATE
WE EXIST TO HELP THE MAN WHO CANNOT HELP HIMSELF.
Revised JULY 1980
Constitution & Bylaws
APPROVED AT THE 31ST ANNUAL
NATIONAL CONVENTION
ORLANDO, FL
AMERICAN OF WAR
JULY 19, 1978
the
Jimes
NON SOLUM ARMIS
/
National Headquarters
2620 North Dundee
Tampa, Florida 33609
PREAMBLE
We, citizens of the United States who were captured or interned by the enemy, do unite to establish a
permanent organization.
CONSTITUTION
Article I -- Name
1. The name of the organization shall be American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
2. The national headquarters of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc. shall be at the address of the
national adjutant.
3. The emblem of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., shall be a shield with the curves at the top
portraying the two great military defeats suffered by the United States armed forces in World War II;
the Philippines and the Battle of the Bulge. The heraldic symbols represent justice, balanced on swords.
The motto "Non Solum Armis" is "Not by Arms Alone."
Article II -- Purpose
1. Encourage fraternity for the common good.
2. Foster patriotism and loyalty.
3. Assist ex-prisoners of war, civilian ex-prisoners of war, and their widows and orphans.
4. Maintain allegiance to the United States of America.
5. Preserve and defend the United States from all of her enemies.
6. Maintain historical records.
Article III -- Organization
1. This organization is incorporated under Remington's Revised Statutes 3872, et seq., (laws of the State
of Washington), which specify that a bonafide registered office, registered agent address, or both, must
be continuously maintained within the State of Washington, and said address and information be kept
current, and on file in the office of the secretary of state. (See R. C. W. Chapter 24.03.050 of the
Washington State Nonprofit Corporation Act.)
2. The several constituted bodies of this organization shall consist of:
a. A national organization to be known as American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
b. State organizations, to be known as Department of
American
Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
C. Local organizations to be known as
Chapter, American Ex-Prisoners
of War, Inc., provided, however, that no chapter hereafter organized shall adopt the name already
adopted by any other chapter in good standing.
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Article IV -- Membership
1. Eligibility -- The following persons shall be eligible for membership in the organization:
a. Those persons in the armed services of the United States who were held prisoners of war by an
enemy of the United States because of such service.
b. United States citizens who were interned because of their citizenship.
C. United States citizens who were taken prisoners by an enemy of the United States while honorably
serving an ally of the United States.
d. The following relative of any of the foregoing:
1) Spouse
2) Parents, step-parents
3) Brothers and sisters
4) Children
5) Heirs-in-law as defined in the Washington Revised Statutes as amended.
2. Exceptions -- Any person who has been adjudged guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction of
collaboration with the enemy, subversion, sedition, or treason shall be barred from membership.
3. Transferability -- Membership shall not be transferable.
Article V -- Liability
1. The American-Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., shall have the power to indemnify any director or officer or
former director or officer of the organization, or any person who may have served at its request as a
director or officer of another corporation, whether for profit or not for profit, against expenses actually
and necessarily incurred by him in connection with the defense of any action, suit or proceeding in
which he is made a party by reason of being or having been such director or officer, except in relation
to matters as to which he shall be adjudged in such action, suit or proceeding to be liable for negligence
or misconduct in the performance of duty; but such indemnification shall not be deemed exclusive of
any other rights to which such director or officer may be entitled, under any bylaws, agreement, vote of
Board of Directors or members, or otherwise.
2. The American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., is a not for profit corporation and no part of the income of the
organization is distributable to the organization's members, directors or officers. The organization may
pay compensation in a reasonable amount to its members, directors or officers for services rendered.
No loans shall be made to any member of the organization.
Article VI -- Termination
In the event of termination or dissolution of the organization in any manner, or for any reason whatsoever,
its remaining assets, if any, shall be given to an exempt organization, as so defined in the Internal Revenue
Code as amended in 1954. Such termination or dissolution will be in accordance with Chapter 24.03
Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act.
Article VII -- Amendments
This Constitution shall be amended in accordance with Article VI of the Bylaws of this organization.
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BYLAWS
Article I -- Membership
SECTION 101 -- PRIVILEGES
All members shall be active members and entitled to the privileges of voting and active participation in all
the activities of the organization. There shall be no honorary or associate members. There may be an
Honorary National Commander and an Honorary Chaplain. These honorary officers must hold active
membership in this organization.
SECTION 102 -- APPLICATIONS
Application for membership shall be made in writing, and shall be accompanied by national dues.
Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements described in the Constitution. Applicants must furnish
sufficient information to verify their eligibility for membership.
SECTION 103 -- MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE -- Removing Ineligibles
The Membership Committee shall be empowered to accept or reject applicants and may also expel or
suspend members when, in the discretion of a majority of the Membership Committee, the member has not
acted in the best interests of the organization. A member who has been expelled or suspended shall have
the right to appeal the suspension or expulsion to the Board of Directors.
SECTION 104 AFFILIATION
Membership in any club affiliated with American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., shall not be recognized as
membership in American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
SECTION 105 -- CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP
1. A member shall have the privilege to become a member of the chapter of his choice. Each member
shall have only one vote in any national voting.
2. Any member of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., is privileged to transfer his membership to any
other chapter of the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
SECTION 106 ACTIVE MEMBERS-AT-LARGE
Any person eligible for membership who lives in a foreign country, or outside the continental limits of the
United States, or who may be serving in the armed services outside the continental limits of the United
States, or who may be living in a remote section, far removed from any chapter of American Ex-Prisoners
of War, Inc., may be accepted as a member-at-large, attached to national headquarters, and served by the
office of the national adjutant.
SECTION 107 -- LIFE MEMBERSHIP
1. Any member of the national organization of American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., shall be eligible to
become a life member upon the payment of life membership dues as established by the Board of
Directors.
2. A suitable life membership card shall be issued to all members paying the life membership dues. The
monies accrued from the sale of life memberships shall be placed in a special Life Membership Fund to
accrue the highest current rate of interest in a federally insured savings institution. Withdrawals shall be
made once a year to cover the cost of maintenance and administration of life memberships.
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Article II -- National Officers
SECTION 201 ELECTED OFFICERS AND VACANCIES
1. The elected officers of the national organization shall consist of a president, designated as national
commander; a senior vice-president, designated as national sr. vice commander; three (3) junior vice
presidents, designated as national junior vice commanders; a secretary, designated as national adjutant;
a treasurer, and the national directors.
2. An elected officer may resign at any time. Such resignation shall be made in writing to the national
commander with a copy to the national adjutant. Such resignation shall take effect thirty (30) days
after receipt.
3. Any officer elected or appointed may be removed by the persons authorized to elect or appoint such
officers whenever in their judgement the best interests of the organization will be served thereby.
4. Any vacancy occuring in any office and on the Board of Directors by reason of resignation, death,
personal hardship or conduct not in the best interests of the organization (Section 103, Article I) shall
be filled by a majority vote of the Board of Directors at a special meeting or by a mail poll after proper
notification.
SECTION 202 ELIGIBILITY, NOMINATIONS, ELECTION, TERM OF OFFICE
1. To be eligible for any national elective office the candidate must have been a member in good standing
of the national organization for three (3) consecutive years preceding the election. No member shall
hold two (2) elective national offices at the same time, except as stated in Section 204, Paragraph 4, but
a member may hold one elected and one appointed office. National officers, elected or appointed, shall
be eligible to hold office in a lower body, and such office may be held concurrently.
2. To be eligible for election to the office of national commander, national senior vice commander, or
national junior vice commander, a member shall have served at least one term as a national director.
3. The national commander shall not be eligible to succeed himself in office.
4. National elective officers shall be nominated and elected at the annual meeting to be known as the
national convention. Nominations for all officers may be made by a Nomination Committee.
Additional nominations shall be permitted from the floor providing the eligibility requirements of
Sections 204 and 205 are met. No person, absent, shall be considered for any elective office unless such
person has previously notified the Nomination Committee chairman in writing before the first business
meeting of the national convention that the person is willing to serve in the office concerned. All
national officers shall hold their office(s) for a term of one (1) year or until the succeeding election and
installation of national officers.
SECTION 203 MEETINGS
1. The annual meeting of the organization, known as the national convention, shall be held annually
between July 1st and August 1st.
2. The national adjutant shall notify all national members of the annual meeting, national convention, not
less than 10 nor more than 50 days prior to the annual meeting. Said notice shall be printed in the
official publication to include the purpose or purposes for the meeting, the place, date and hour. If
mailed, such notices shall be deemed to be delivered when deposited in the U.S. mail when addressed to
the member at his address as it appears on the records of the organization with postage thereon prepaid.
3. For the purpose of selecting cities where the national conventions are to be held, the United States shall
be divided into six (6) regions. Each region shall be given the opportunity to have the convention once
in a six (6) year period.
a. Northeast Region (Region 1), consisting of the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland,
Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,
Vermont and West Virginia.
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b. Southeast Region (Region 2), consisting of the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky,
North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and the District of Columbia.
C. North Central Region (Region 3), consisting of the states of Illinois, Indiana, lowa, Michigan,
Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
d. South Central Region (Region 4), consisting of the states of Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi,
Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas.
e. Northwest Region (Region 5), consisting of the states of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon,
Washington and Wyoming.
f. Southwest Region (Region 6), consisting of the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii,
Nevada, New Mexico and Utah.
4. The national convention shall be held in cities where local chapters have extended formal invitations to
host the national convention. In the event that a certain region has priority through elimination of the
other regions in previous years, but no invitation is forthcoming from the region having such priority,
the preferred position is in default and a new six-year period is automatically begun.
5. The national convention host chapter will furnish the national adjutant the necessary assistance and/or
equipment for taking the minutes of the convention. The expenses will be borne by the national
organization. The minutes shall be published in the official publication within sixty (60) days after the
last business session.
6. The national commander, the national adjutant, and the national treasurer shall attend the national
convention and only their hotel or lodging expenses will be borne by the host chapter. No reimburse-
ment will be made for meals, refreshments or entertainment. The national treasurer will pay their
travel expenses in excess of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) at the least expensive air coach rate or its
equivalent.
7. The national commander, the national adjutant, and the national treasurer will attend called or special
meetings of the Board of Directors and only their travel, hotel or lodging expenses will be borne by the
national organization. No reimbursement will be made for meals, refreshments or entertainment. The
national treasurer will pay their travel expenses in excess of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) at the least
expensive air coach rate or its equivalent.
SECTION 204 ELECTED NATIONAL OFFICERS, POWERS AND DUTIES
1. President - National commander
The national commander shall preside over all meetings of the Board of Directors and the national
convention. The national commander shall work to the best of his ability to further the aims and
policies of the organization. The national commander shall coordinate and supervise the activities of all
national officers.
2. Senior vice-president -- National senior vice commander
The national senior vice commander must have served the preceding year as a national junior vice
commander. The national senior vice commander shall, when called upon, assist the commander, and in
his absence, shall discharge the duties of national commander. The national senior vice commander
shall make a quarterly report to the national commander.
3. National junior vice presidents - National junior vice commanders
a. There shall be three (3) national junior vice commanders. One shall be elected from the Eastern
Zone (Regions 1 and 2); one shall be elected from the Central Zone (Regions 3 and 4); and one shall
be elected from the Western Zone (Regions 5 and 6). One of the national junior vice commanders
shall be elected as senior vice commander for the succeeding year.
b. In the absence of the national senior vice commander, one of the national junior vice commanders
shall be selected by the Board of Directors to discharge the duties of the national senior vice
commander. Each national junior vice commander shall make a quarterly report of his activities to
the commander via the national senior vice commander.
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4. Secretary -- National adjutant
a. The offices of national adjutant and national treasurer may, at the discretion of the Board of
Directors, be combined, and the position occupied by one person performing the duties and
assuming the responsibilities of both offices.
b. The national adjutant shall attend all business meetings of the national convention and meetings of
the Board of Directors, and shall be responsible for the minutes of the meetings. The national
adjutant shall provide the editor of the official publication with the edited and typed proceedings of
the business sessions of the national convention within twenty (20) days after the last business
session of the national convention.
c. The national adjutant shall receive all dues and transmit said monies to the national treasurer and
shall notify the editor of all members who pay their dues. The national adjutant shall perform such
duties as the national commander may, from time to time, prescribe. The national adjutant shall
make a quarterly report of his activities to the national commander with a copy to the national
senior vice commander. The national adjutant shall receive compensation as specified by the
Board of Directors.
d. The national adjutant shall in writing notify the Board of Directors of regular or special meetings
not less than 10 nor more than 50 days prior to the meeting. Said notice shall include purposes for
which the meeting is called, the place, date and hour. If mailed, such notices shall be deemed to be
delivered when deposited in the U.S. mail when addressed to the director at his address as it
appears on the records of the organization with postage thereon prepaid.
5. National treasurer
a. The national treasurer shall attend all business meetings of the national convention and all meetings
of the Board of Directors. The national treasurer shall have custody of all monies, bonds, and items
of value; shall compile and maintain a complete set of financial records to divulge the true financial
status of the organization suitable to be audited by a certified public accountant.
b. The national treasurer shall pay out monies in payment of obligations only on authority given by
the commander. All checks shall be signed by the national treasurer and countersigned by the
national commander. In the event of the incapacity of either the national treasurer or national
commander, checks shall be signed and countersigned by the national senior vice commander and/or
one of the national junior vice commanders, as designated by the Board of Directors. The national
treasurer shall insure valid signature specimens are on record at all institutions of deposit.
c. The national treasurer shall purchase, at the expense of the organization, a fidelity bond covering all
officers authorized to sign or countersign checks, and any national officer handling monies or
securities of the organization. The national treasurer shall prepare a financial statement for the
fiscal year ending June 30th. This financial statement shall be published in the August issue of the
official publication. The national treasurer shall prepare for the Board of Directors a quarterly
financial report on the 15th day following the end of the quarter.
SECTION 205 NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS
1. The property and business of the organization shall be managed by a Board of Directors, 21 in number,
composed of the national commander, national senior vice commander, three (3) national junior vice
commanders, national adjutant, national treasurer, the immediate past national commander, two (2)
national directors elected from each of the six (6) regions, and one (1) additional national director from
the region with the most national members.
2. The Board of Directors shall have the general direction, control and management of the property and
business of the organization. They shall have the power to make all contracts and agreements in behalf
of the organization as they may deem mindful or convenient for the successful prosecution of its
affairs. They shall employ, and, at their pleasure, remove all such persons and agents of the organiza-
tion as they deem necessary and proper for the conducting of the business of the organization and shall
determine the compensation and duties, in addition to those fixed by the Bylaws, of all officers, agents,
secretaries and servants of the organization, as they shall deem best calculated to promote to the fullest
extent the interests of the members of the organization.
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3, Any action of the Board of Directors may be repealed, amended or modified by a majority vote of the
national delegates present and voting at the national convention.
4. The national commander, as chairman of the Board of Directors, shall call a meeting of the Board of
Directors not later than 24 hours prior to the call to order of the national convention. Additional
meetings may be called at any time by the national commander, or at the request of the majority of
the Board of Directors upon proper notice as specified in Section 203, Paragraph 2. In lieu of an
additional meeting, a polling of the Board of Directors, by mail, may be made.
5. A legal quorum shall consist of a majority of the Board of Directors, one of whom shall be the national
commander, national senior vice commander, or a national junior vice commander.
6. A national director shall not serve more than four (4) consecutive years.
SECTION 206 -- VOTING PROCEDURES
1. Selection of national delegates
a. Each state department or local chapter at a regular meeting shall select a national member(s) as a
delegate(s) to the national convention to represent the members of the state department or local
chapter.
b. The state department commander or chapter commander shall certify the delegate(s) to represent
the state department or local chapter and the respective adjutants will authenticate the delegate' (s)
Credentials Letter.
C. The Credentials Letter of the local chapter delegate(s) shall list by name each national member of
the chapter who they are representing.
d. The state department national delegate(s) will represent all national members who reside within the
jurisdiction of the state department who are not represented by a delegate of a local chapter.
e. Each national delegate(s) will present the Credentials Letter to the chairman of the Credentials
Committee prior to the first business meeting of the national convention. The chairman of the
Credentials Committee in conjunction with the national adjutant will verify the Credentials Letter
and the list of names to determine if they are bonafide national members.
f. No national delegate shall represent more than 100 national members.
g. No national delegate(s) shall be permitted to vote who presents his Credentials Letter to the
chairman of the Credentials Committee after the national convention has been called to order.
2. Voting by individuals
National members attending the national convention who are not represented by a national delegate
may cast an individual vote, if they are certified by the Credential Committee prior to the call to order
of the national convention.
SECTION 207 APPOINTED OFFICERS AND STANDING COMMITTEES
1. Appointed officers
a. The Board of Directors shall, by resolution, appoint the following officers, and said appointments
shall be announced by the national commander and published in the September issue of the official
publication:
1) Judge advocate
2) Legislative officer
3) Service officer
4) Chaplain
5) International coordinator
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6) Editor, official publication
7) Special projects officer
8) Two directors-at-large
9) Sergeant-at-arms
10) Historian
11) Protocol officer
12) Public relations officer
13) Any additional officer(s) as deemed necessary
b. Duties of appointed officers
1) Judge advocate:
The judge advocate shall be prepared at all times to give such legal counsel and advice as the
national commander or national convention may require. Robert's Rules of Order shall be the
authority on all questions of parliamentary law and procedure, unless otherwise specifically pro-
vided in this Constitution and Bylaws.
2) Legislative officer:
a) The legislative officer shall help formulate legislative policy. He shall send to the editor a
summary of all pending legislation of interest to the membership for publication.
b) The legislative officer should coordinate legislative activities with other service and veterans'
organizations to achieve greater effectiveness of the legislative proposals and goals of the
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
3) Service officer:
The service officer shall advise and assist departments, chapters, members and their dependents
in the technical preparations and prosecution of their claims for benefits from any governmental
agency.
4) Chaplain:
The chaplain may, when possible, be an ordained clergyman and perform such duties as may be
required.
5) International coordinator:
The international coordinator shall work directly with the national commander and chairman of
the Medical Research Committee. The international coordinator shall communicate with
foreign organizations and professional people, creating good will for the American Ex-Prisoners
of War, Inc.
6) Editor, official publication:
a) The official monthly publication shall be known as "EX-POW Bulletin." Orders, official
notices, and the financial reports published in the official publication shall be deemed
sufficient and lawful notice to all members for all purposes whatsoever.
b) The editor shall be responsible for the publication and distribution of the official publica-
tion in accordance with instructions from the Board of Directors.
c) The editor shall receive compensation as specified by the Board of Directors.
7) Special projects officer:
The special projects officer shall coordinate and cooperatively work with officers of other
service organizations concerning projects that pertain to the benefits and welfare of the
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
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8) Directors-at-large:
The directors-at-large shall serve the national commander assisting him in fulfilling the duties
and responsibilities of his office.
9) Sergeant-at-arms:
The sergeant-at-arms shall, under the direction of the national commander, maintain order at
the national convention and perform such other duties incident to his office as the Board of
Directors or the national convention may direct.
10) Historian:
The historian shall compile and maintain a brief history of the activities of this organization
during his term of office, to be kept as a permanent record of this organization and shall
perform such other duties as his office may require or the Board of Directors may direct.
11) Protocol officer:
The protocol officer shall assist and advise the national commander in protocol activities and
requirements at the national convention and other meetings, coordinating the protocol activities
with the public relations officer.
12) Public relations officer:
The public relations officer shall coordinate any and all publicity of the American Ex-Prisoners
of War, Inc., nationwide, working with the various communication media for the betterment of
this organization.
2. Standing committees:
a. The Board of Directors shall, by resolution, appoint the following standing committees, each of
which shall include at least two (2) members of the Board of Directors, and said appointments shall
be announced by the national commander and published in the September issue of the official
publication:
1) Ways and Means
2) Finance
3) Resolutions
4) Constitution and Bylaws
5) Membership
6) Convention Site
7) Credentials
8) Nominations
9) Publication Guidelines
10) Appraisal
11) Grievance/Investigation
12) Welfare
13) Medical Research
14) Other committees as deemed necessary
b. The chairmen, duties and responsibilities of the above standing committees will be as designated and
directed by the Board of Directors.
3. The appointed officers and chairmen of the standing committees will prepare, in writing, a quarterly
report of their activities to the national commander. At the national convention an annual report will
be rendered by each appointed officer and chairman of the standing committees.
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SECTION 208 FISCAL YEAR
The fiscal year of the organization shall be July 1st through June 30th of each calendar year.
SECTION 209 NATIONAL DUES
The national dues shall be established by the Board of Directors and published in the official publication.
The dues shall include a subscription to the official publication. All annual memberships shall expire at
midnight on December 31st. Members who have not paid their dues for the membership year, commencing
on January 1st, shall no longer be a member in good standing. A member shall forfeit and not hold nor be
eligible for any national office within this organization until he meets the eligibility requirement set forth in
Article II, Section 202, Paragraph 1.
Article III -- Departments
SECTION 301 FORMATION, CHARTERING
1. A State Department may be formed when two or more local chapters with a total membership of at
least twenty (20) have been organized in any state, territory or possession. The application for a
charter shall be signed by all the elected officers or officers pro tem, and shall list the names of all
charter members of the State Department. The application shall be forwarded to the national adjutant
for approval by the Board of Directors. The State Department shall comply with the national
Constitution and Bylaws. If the State Department chooses to adopt its own Constitution and Bylaws at
a later date, it will be forwarded to the national adjutant and national judge advocate for approval.
2. A State Department may not be established until the two (2) or more local chapters have been in
operation for at least one (1) complete fiscal year of operation.
SECTION 302 - MEETINGS
Each department shall hold at least one meeting each year.
SECTION 303 SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION OF CHARTER
The charter of a State Department may be suspended for a period of sixty (60) days for violation of the
laws and usages of the national organization. If no appeal is made within a period of sixty (60) days, the
charter of the State Department may be cancelled by a two-thirds majority vote of the national Board of
Directors, provided, that 30 days before the charter is suspended, the commander of the State Department
in question shall have been notified in writing, by certified mail, by the national adjutant of the charges
against it.
SECTION 304 DEPARTMENT DUES
Each department shall set its own dues.
SECTION 305 ELIGIBILITY TO OFFICE
National membership shall be a prerequisite for holding office.
SECTION 306 - VOTING PROCEDURES
Only national members within the jurisdiction of the State Department shall be eligible to vote.
SECTION 307 - ANNUAL REPORTS
1. All State Departments of American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., shall function as prescribed by the group
ruling of Internal Revenue Service, and furnish the national headquarters a properly completed IRS
Form 990 by March 25th of each calendar year.
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2. Each State Department shall report to the national adjutant annually, by March 25th or as changes
occur, the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the current officers and the location, time and
date of regularly scheduled meetings. This information shall be published in the official publication.
SECTION 308 DISPOSITION OF PROPERTIES
Any State Department becoming inactive shall transmit to the national treasurer any funds, property and
historical records for safe keeping. Such funds shall become the property of the national organization after
one (1) year, unless a State Department is reestablished, properly rechartered and becomes fully and
efficiently operational in accordance with the procedures of the Constitution and Bylaws. At such time all
funds, property and historical records received by the national treasurer shall be returned to the rechartered
State Department.
Article IV -- Chapters
SECTION 401 -- FORMATION - CHARTERING
1. A local chapter may be formed by the authority of the Board of Directors on the application of not less
than ten (10) persons, members of American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., or who have applied for member-
ship. Less than ten members may form a chapter with approval of a majority of the national Board of
Directors. Membership in the national organization of American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., is a man-
datory prerequisite for valid membership in any chapter.
2. The application for a charter shall be signed by all the elected officers or the officers pro tem, and shall
list the names of all charter members of the chapter. The application shall be forwarded to the national
adjutant for approval by the Board of Directors. The chapter shall comply with the national Constitu-
tion and Bylaws. If the chapter chooses to adopt its own Constitution and Bylaws at a later date, it will
be forwarded to the national adjutant and judge advocate for approval. The State Department (if any)
shall be notified by the national and chapter adjutants.
SECTION 402 MEETINGS
Each chapter shall hold regularly scheduled meetings at least once every ninety (90) days. The member-
ship shall be notified by the chapter adjutant of the time, place, and date of all meetings.
SECTION 403 -- SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION OF CHARTER
The charter of a chapter may be suspended for a period of sixty (60) days for violation of the laws and
usage of the national organization. If no appeal is made within the period of sixty days, the charter of the
chapter may be cancelled by a two-thirds majority vote of the national Board of Directors, provided, that
thirty (30) days before the charter is suspended, the commander of the chapter in question shall have been
notified in writing, by certified mail, by the national adjutant of the charges against it.
SECTION 404 -- CHAPTER DUES
Each chapter shall set its own dues.
SECTION 405 -- ELIGIBILITY TO OFFICE
National membership shall be a prerequisite for holding office.
SECTION 406 VOTING PROCEDURE
Only national members who are members of the chapter shall be eligible to vote.
SECTION 407 ANNUAL REPORTS
1. All chapters of American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., shall function as prescribed by the group ruling of
Internal Revenue Service, and furnish the national headquarters a properly completed IRS Form 990 by
March 25th of each calendar year.
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2. Each chapter shall report to the national adjutant annually, by March 25th, or as changes occur, the
names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the current officers, and the location, time, and date of
regularly scheduled meetings. This information shall be published in the official publication.
SECTION 408 DISPOSITION OF PROPERTIES
Any chapter becoming inactive shall transmit to the national treasurer any funds, property and historical
records for safe keeping. Such funds shall become the property of the national organization after one (1)
year, unless a chapter is chartered or rechartered in that same area.
Article V -- Welfare Fund
SECTION 501 PURPOSES
The fund shall be used for the benefit and welfare of American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., and their next of
kin, as a group. Legitimate expenditures from the fund shall include, but not be limited to, the expenses
of the Medical Research Committee and the national service officer. No part of the net donations shall
inure to the benefit of any individual. The net donations shall be all monies donated less the cost of
printing Memorial Seals, envelopes, and mailing Welfare Fund materials to the donors.
SECTION 502 SOURCE OF THE FUND
The source of the fund shall be from donations for EX-POW Memorial Seals and designated memorials.
Donations shall be mailed to the chairman of the Welfare Fund Committee. The chairman of the Welfare
Fund Committee shall transmit the monies to the national treasurer once a month with a report of the
sources of the monies and the expenses. The chairman shall notify the editor of the official publication of
the names of the donors for publication.
SECTION 503 CONTROL OF FUNDS
The fund shall be administered by a majority vote of the Board of Directors.
SECTION 504 - ACCOUNTING
Each outgoing national commander shall request an accounting from the national treasurer of the donations
received and funds expended. He will then report to the national convention on the reasonableness and
propriety of expenditures.
Article VI Amendments
SECTION 601 AMENDMENTS
1. The Constitution and Bylaws shall be amended by an affirmative two-thirds vote of members voting at
the national convention in accordance with the Voting Procedures. The amendments shall become
effective when registered with the secretary of state of the State of Washington, according to the
Revised Code of Washington governing Nonprofit Corporations.
2. Amendments with supporting statements shall be submitted to the Resolutions Committee no later
than February 15th. The Resolution Committee will compile, review and assign an amendment number
prior to submission of said amendments and supporting statements to the editor of the official publica-
tion, to be printed in the April issue.
3. Voting on the amendment(s) will be at the national convention in accordance with the Voting
Procedures.
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DEPARTMENT OF MARYLAND
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AMERICAN OF WAR
AMERICAN EX-PRISONERS OF WAR, INC.
SALISBURY, MARYLAND, 21801
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1515 Ocean City Road
(301) 742-2808
August 3, 1981
Scheduleng
Sene mator respond to Blackwell.
Commander
President Ronald Reagan
James L. Meagher
White House
no
1515 Ocean City Rd.
Washington, D. C., 20510
know
Salisbury, Md., 21801
Dear President Reagan:
Sr. Vice-Commander
I wish to take this opportunity to thank you for your signing
Marlin G. Kirkorian
the POW/MIA Day Bill, establishing July 17, 1981 as the start-
1510 Stonewood Rd.
ing date to honor all former Prisoners of War and all those
Baltimore, Md., 21239
Americans Missing in Action.
Jr. Vice Commanders
I understand the 97th Congress has passed and forwarded for
Albert J. Bland
your consideration, a "Bill to amend Title 38, United States
Edward W. Dayhoff
Code, to expand eligibility of former Prisoners of War for cer-
tain health care benefits provided by the Veteran's Administra-
Adj. Treasurer
tion, and for other purposes".
Elda M. Meagher
Many of the American former Prisoners of War have passed away
1515 Ocean City Rd.
in the past 36 years and many are in great need for treatment
Salisbury, Md., 21801
and help.
Service Officer
If a Bill signing ceremony is planned for this amendment, I
would be honored to attend, on behalf of those no longer with
Larry Nagel
us and on behalf of all those living who are in need of the
106 Louise Avenue
help this Bill will provide.
Salisbury, Md., 21801
Yours sincerely
Board of Directors
Larry Nagel
Marlin G. Kirkorian
Tobias Detzel, Jr.
Albert J. Bland
Maryland, James Commander, L. Meagher American Department Ex- of
Edward W. Dayhoff
Prisoners of War, Inc.
Chaplain
Tobias Detzel, Jr.
JLM:emm
CC: Congressman G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery
Senator Alan K. Simpson
Senator Charles Mc C. Mathias, Jr.
Congressman Roy P. Dyson
EX-POW BULLETIN
American Ex-Prisoners of War
Volume 38
August 1981
No. 8
National Cmdr. Charles Morgan
Major POW Bill
Passed by Congress
- See page 3
We exist to help those who cannot help themselves"
American Ex-Prisoners of War
NAT'L SR. VICE COMMANDER
NATIONAL COMMANDER
NAT'L ADJUTANT TREASURER
Charles A. Morgan, Jr.
Stanley Sommers
Pauline Brown
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Mission Accomplished!
We have passed a major bill for former
service connection for certain diseases
POWs, HR 1100 as passed by the House
and disabilities related to malnutrition,
and Senate, would provide additional
Psychosis, and ANXIETY NEUROSIS. It
benefits and medical services for this
will Provide priority inpatient and outpa-
group of deserving Americans. Most
tient treatment for this selected group of
former POWs face many extreme hard-
individuals. It is a major bill that we
ships. While their individual experien-
have enacted with your help.
ces may vary, their degree of sacrifice
Sommers, Morgan, Derrington, Stenger
and commitment to America and for all
it stands for remains fixed and perma-
nent
in their own personal legacies
"We were fully backed by the Disabled
and in our historical conscience. Although
American Veterans, who made the POW
there are some differences between the
issue their main legislative thrust; the
bill as passed by the House and Senate,
American Legion; the Veterans of Foreign
National Cmdr. Sommers personally met
Wars; the Jewish War Veterans; the Mili-
with Senator Simpson, Chairman of the
tary Order of the Purple Heart; and Lt.
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, and
Gen. John P. Flynn. We do owe a deep
differences have been resolved. We ex-
debt of gratitude to Congressman G.V.
pect to get a bill on the President's desk
"Sonny" Montgomery for getting this major
in the very near future. It will presume
bill through for us this year."
Stan Sommers
Table of contents
POW MEDSEARCH
12-15
NATIONAL NEWS
5-10
FEATURE ARTICLES
16-23
Freedom Day in N.C
5
Stalag III-B Photographed
16-20
Events Calendar
5
Vietnam POW
Colorado Color Guard
6
Lost in South America
21
National Membership
7
Mercer County Honors
VAVS News
8
Its Heroes
22-23
New Jersey Plan for
Locating Ex-POWs
9
TAPS
24-25
INFORMATION
11
NEW MEMBERS
26-30
3
National Commander
Charles Morgan's Message
My heartfelt thanks to
accomplish with the Congress to help our
everyone for electing me
fellow members. We need to get into law
your National Commander
an exact and meaningful wording, that no
of the American Ex-Prison-
one can abstract and change, of the phra-
ers of War, Inc. As you all
ses "deemed to have suffered from" and
know, ours is a most un-
increase the list of "presumptive". Our
usual organization and our
Congress has used these words in PL 91-
membership is from all
376, but they carry no weight with the VA
sources of service for our
and even less with the Bureau of Veterans
great country. It is my earnest hope and
Appeals. Further, we must get it spelled
will be my utmost endeavor, that this
out very carefully as to the exact meaning
year will be just as fruitful for our mem-
of the "benefit of the doubt" provision.
bers as this past year has been. Never-
The VA states that it provides and accords
theless, it will be necessary for all of
this to former POWs, but unfortunately
us to work together in harmony in order
the adjudicators do not understand the
to achieve the goals and objectives that
phrase, so the denials of claims for POWs
our 34th National Convention set forth
continue. This must be one of our major
for us to achieve. I will strive to do
goals to accomplish this year.
everything that I can to accomplish them,
We must continue our drive to get more
but I will need the help and support of
members for our organization. This re-
every member to do this.
quires the work of all. There are many
of our former buddies and comrades who
As you know, we did achieve many of the
have not heard of the organization, and
provisions of our FORMER PRISONERS OF
others who are taking advantage of the
WAR OMNIBUS ACT OF 1981 in this
work of some for their own benefit. We
session of Congress. However, there
must get all of them into our organization
are still a few things that we need to
now, so that we can continue our legis-
lative efforts it is numbers that count
Rogues of Bataan
and that means more members. As stated
by Ted R. Williams
at the convention, we had a gain of
2,016 members for the year, 19%. We can
Those frantic days in the Philippines
from December 6, 1941 - April 9, 1942
do that again this year. So let's all get
vividly recalled! The actions and an-
a member, NOW!
tics of a small and desperate group
of Marines, soldiers, and a sailorare
Again, I thank you for your support and
brought to life again. Part of our
the confidence that you have placed on
country's history, this story of the
me. I will do everything within my ability
Fourth US Marines' Air Warning Group
to try to maintain that confidence and
is a 'must read' narrative. Anyone
accomplish those goals and objectives
who served in the armed forces orwho
enjoys true-to-life autobiography will
set forth by our members at the national
be captivated by this recounting of
convention.
men caught on the treadmill of war
and defeat.
Fort Worth Chapter
Available from the publisher,
AMERICAN EX-PRISONERS OF
CARLTON PRESS, INC., 84 Fifth Ave.,
WAR, INC. MEETS THE SECOND
New York, NY 10011; $7.50 including
SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH AT
shipping.
7:30 P.M. AT THE HOME OF DAV
Autographed copy from the author,
200 N. El Camino Real, Sp #369,
BLUEBONNET CHAPTER 20, 431
Oceanside, CA 92054; $7.75 inclu-
FULTON ST., FT. WORTH, TX
ding handling and taxes.
"COME VISIT US"
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NATIONAL NEWS
Freedom Day
Celebration in
North Carolina
Nearly 50 former war prisoners gathered
with hundreds of other citizens at the
First Baptist Church in Greensboro, North
Carolina, June 29, 1981, to celebrate
"Freedom Day". The Rev. Alton H. Mc-
Eachern said he holds the program each
year during Fourth of July week to pre-
serve "a little flag-waving and a little
patriotism."
MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER ON
ARMED FORCES DAY
The program, co-sponsored by Shiloh
Baptist Church, had a strong Christian
The Massachusetts Chapter No. 1 of the
flavor exemplified by ex-POWs including
American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., took
Norman McDaniel, an Air Force colonel
part in a parade/dedication ceremony at
nicknamed the "chaplain of the Hanoi
Fort Devons, Massachusetts, on Armed
Hilton" during his seven years of capti-
Forces Day. Fifteen members paraded
vity in North Vietnam. McDaniel, the
and displayed the chapter's new maroon
featured speaker on the program, is as
and gold banner. The ceremony dedica-
certain about religion as he is about
ted the Fort Devons Mess Hall to former
patriotism.
Korean prisoner of war Sgt. Richard Ar-
tensani, who passed away in 1980.
"I'm always glad to speak for my country,"
McDaniel said at a press conference prior
to the religious service. "We need it."
EVENTS
Now holding a Pentagon desk job after
returning from a Vietnamese POW camp in
CALENDAR
1973, McDaniel, 43, makes frequent
Public appearances on behalf of the mili-
tary, his faith and America in general.
August 29, 1981
McDaniel said patriotism is enjoying a
Springfield, Illinois
rebirth at the same time that Vietnam vet-
Department of Illinois Convention
erans and ex-POWs are finally gaining
VFW Post 755
the respect and care of their fellow citi-
Contact Dept. Cmdr. Morris Lacy
zens, including congressmen.
100 Belle Dr., Belleville, IL
PH: (618) 234-8068
The "Freedom Day" celebration was not
just for Vietnam veterans and ex-POWs.
September 24-26, 1981
It provided fellowship for ex-prisoners
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
from several generations who share a
North Carolina State Convention
common bond. "When I meet an ex-POW,"
Contact Adj/Treas Ruth Hardee
said North Carolina State Cmdr. W.C.
541 Long Leaf Acres Drive
Musten, "I know immediately that I've
Wilmington, NC 28405
got a friend. It's extremely therapeutic."
PH: (919)392-0258
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NATIONAL NEWS, CONT'D
ROCKY
Colorado Color Guard
The color guard was organized in June,
1980, to honor those ex-POWs killed and
On April 25, 1981, the Rocky Mountain
American MIAs. The group is sponsored
Chapter of American Ex-POWs Color Guard
and funded by the Rocky Mountain Chap-
made its formal debut in the El Paso
ter of AX-POW and consists of five riders
County Loyalty Day parade in Security,
and the Fallen Rider horse escorted by
CO. On May 16, 1981, the color guard
Tom Farrell, an ex-POW of the Korean
performed in Denver for Gov. Richard
War. Pictured are Jeanette Francois,
Lamm and members of the Colorado legis-
national colors; Linda Yutzy, Colorado
lature. There six members dedicated the
state colors; Paulette Francois, organi-
riderless black horse, honoring 2,300
zation colors; Tom Farrell with the rider-
American men and women still listed as
less horse honoring those KIA & MIA;
missing in action in Vietnam, in conjunc-
Sylvia Losoya, right guide. Not Pictured
tion with Armed Forces Week.
is Donna Juroska, left guide.
SECOND PAGE CARRIES INFORMATION
RECOVERY INC. HELPS EX-POW
Member Thomas W. Welsh has sent a re-
minder that the Discharge of most ex-
Ex-POW and life member of American Ex-
POWs does not indicate they were prison-
Prisoners of War Alexander Jack has gone
ers of war. This information, he states,
through the program offered by Recovery,
is on the second Page of the discharge
Inc. to help veterans with nervous prob-
called "Qualifications for Discharge".
lems. It is a self-help program, with
Because many veterans put their official
meetings nationwide, in Canada, the United
discharge away and carry a wallet sized
Kingdom, Puerto Rico, and Ireland. Anyone
copy, they do not always have this im-
desiring more information may write to
portant information with them when they
Alexander H. Jack, 60 Cumberland St.,
need it.
Rockville Centre, NY 11570.
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NATIONAL NEWS, CONT'D
NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Fiscal Year Fiscal Year
Membership by Regions
Ending 1980
Ending 1981
Northeast Region
2,669
Alabama
77
120
Southeast Region
1,906
Alaska
8
7
North Central
1,421
Arizona
200
223
South Central
4,050
Arkansas
89
97
Northwest Region
634
California
924
1,103
Southwest Region
1,906
Colorado
136
148
Foreign
23
Connecticut
69
70
12,609
Delaware
32
27
Florida
462
532
Georgia
106
147
Hawaii
11
16
NEW MEXICO STATE CONVENTION HELD
Idaho
31
31
Illinois
284
348
The New Mexico State Convention was
Indiana
110
133
Iowa
June 11-13, 1981, in Albuquerque.
142
160
Kansas
(EDITOR'S NOTE: Some confusion arose
206
252
Kentucky
51
60
due to notices published in the Ex-POW
Louisiana
182
224
Bulletin concerning this convention; my
Maine
26
31
apologies, but that was the only infor-
Maryland
126
146
mation supplied.) Events held included
Massachusetts
224
268
a dance contest with prizes awarded to
Michigan
124
173
Bessie Smith and Gap Silva. Mass was
Minnesota
116
142
Mississippi
held at the historic San Felip de Neri
544
609
Missouri
357
377
Church on Sunday, June 14, in honor of
Montana
16
24
our National Cmdr. Stan Sommers.
Nebraska
46
60
Nevada
104
118
New Hampshire
35
54
Anniversary
New Jersey
179
254
New Mexico
250
250
Philippine TROA
New York
259
312
North Carolina
352
346
Tour
North Dakota
24
33
Ohio
663
831
SPECIAL MEMORIAL SERVICES DEC. 8
Oklahoma
282
407
Oregon
174
175
Revisit: Manila, Baguio, Bataan,
Pennsylvania
473
541
Clark, Tagatay, Corregidor, Fort
Rhode Island
14
23
South Carolina
McKinley, Cabanatuan, Lingayan.
233
221
South Dakota
20
40
Tennessee
275
351
PAL from SF $1229.00, includes
Texas
1,736
2,084
all hotels, ground transport, trans-
Utah
42
48
fers and daily breakfast.
Vermont
7
13
Virginia
95
100
Plan to take
Washington, D.C.
25
29
this nostalgic trip
Washington
260
357
West Virginia
38
97
Write for brochure now -
Wisconsin
319
332
COL. D.H. WILLS
Wyoming
16
20
325 TYLER ST., RICHARDSON, TX 75081
Foreign
19
23
10,593
12,609
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NATIONAL NEWS, CONT'D
VAVS News
Photographed on VAVS Day at the Bedford,
The first year of operation of the Tele Care
Massachusetts, VA Hospital are (left to
Program at the VA Medical Center in Wichi-
right) Arnold, ex-POW rep.; Kay Arnold,
ta, Kansas, was celebrated May 26, 1981.
ex-POW; Irving Rittenberg, Treasurer of
Shown (left) receiving his 100 hour award
Massachusetts Chapter No. 1; Bea Martel,
is American Ex-POW representative James
Director; John Elwell, Sr. Vice Cmdr. ;and
Rushing; at right is Center Director
Cmdr. Ed Parks.
Robert F. Pelka.
RELEASE PETITIONED BY COLORADO
REUNION
FOR MIAS
The 27th BOMB GROUP will hold its 6th
The state legislature of Colorado adopted
reunion October 16-18, 1981, at Maxwell
a resolution on May 13, 1981, petitioning
AFB, Montgomery, Alabama. Please con-
the release of United States prisoners of
tact Charles Cook, Sec., 3822 Cumber-
war in Southeast Asia. Copies of the re-
land Way, Lithonia, GA 30058, PH: (404)
solution were sent to all members of the
981-3945.
U.S. Congress and to President Reagan.
The resolution states: "Be it resolved
PAULINE BROWN HONORED AT
that these men not be forgotten and that
CALIFORNIA STATE CONVENTION
the Congress of the United States is
hereby petitioned to initiate immediate
Approximately 170 people attended the
action to identify and seek release of
annual convention of the Dept. of Califor-
these prisoners by the use of both private
nia, held May 29-31, 1981, in Sacra-
and Public agencies, be it through national
mento. National Adjutant Treasurer Pauline
or international auspices. "
Brown was honored guest. National Cmdr.
Stan Sommers, MedSearch Chairman
Harold Page and committee member Virginia
Page conducted the MedSearch seminar.
MONTANA PROCLAIMS ADBC DAY
Also attending were Sr. Vice Cmdr. Charles
Morgan, Jr. Vice Cmdr. Bill Mattson, and
Governor Ted Schwinden of Montana pro-
Nat'l Dtr. Charles Miller. Activities in-
claimed June 13, 1981, as American De-
cluded a fashion show, a mini-golf tour-
fenders of Bataan and Corregidor Day in
nament and a well-attended hospitality
that state, the first such day in the nation.
room.
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NATIONAL NEWS, CONT'D
New Jersey Plan for Locating Ex-POWs
The Garden State Chapter No. 1 has ini-
representatives in Congress immediately
tiated a Plan that truly is helping fellow
urging their support of this important bill,
ex-prisoners of war. In early April,
HR 1100.
Chapter Cmdr. Christopher Morgan was
introduced to Director James Purdy at the
Effective October 1979, PL 96-22 provided
Newark Regional VA; they discussed the
in part that veterans who were prisoners
green POW labels on the POW Claim
of war for not less than six months are
Files. When Morgan mentioned that it
eligible for any needed dental care from
was his understanding that there are close
the Veterans Administration.
to 2,000 ex-POWs in New Jersey, Purdy
suggested taking a census. Morgan drew
Under separate cover you will receive
up a release calling for all former POWs
from the VA a booklet entitled "Federal
in the state to send him a postcard with
Benefits for Veterans and Dependents",
pertinent information, and Purdy submitted
which contains a summary of such bene-
the release to the 287 periodicals published
fits as of January 1, 1981.
throughout the state. As of June 20 they
had nearly one hundred responses. A
It is vital that you establish a VA claim
follow-up letter and a card with various
("C-Number"). To do so Please contact
toll free numbers to the VA is then sent.
the Veterans Administration in Newark by
The follow-up letter reads:
using the appropriate toll free number
shown on the enclosed card. You will be
Dear Fellow Ex-Prisoner of War:
advised at that point the proper form to
use. Examples: VA form 10-10 is the ap-
Thank you for responding to the call to be
Plication for Medical Benefits (dental
counted. This census is being undertaken
care, etc.) and VA form 21-526 is the
as a joint venture between the Veterans
form to be used in making application for
Administration and the American Ex-Pri-
compensation or pension. "May we help
soners of War, Inc. Garden State Chapter
you?" is not just a telephone greeting at
No. 1, to confirm the concern of the VA
the VA; it is a sincere expression of atti-
for you and the problems you may have
tude. Call them!
because of your service experience. The
POW has not been forgotten!
Please spread the word of our census to
your ex-POW friends in New Jersey; you
Part of Section 305 of the Veterans Dis-
will be doing them a favor. The American
ability Compensation and Survivors Bene-
Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc., is the only
fits Act of 1978 called for a comprehensive
national organization devoted soley to the
study of the disability compensation awar-
concerns of the ex-POW. We promise that
ded to, and the health care needs of vet-
you will hear from us shortly.
erans who are former prisoners of war.
Sincerely,
From this study evolved the Former Prison-
Chris Morgan, Chapter Commander
er of War Omnibus Act of 1981, which will
grant service connection for any psycho-
Morgan then types lists of the names.
neurosis or psychosis for former POWs,
One copy goes to the VA who mails each
regardless of how long they were held in
respondant a free copy of the current
captivity. And the period of captivity re-
Veterans & Dependents Benefits booklet,
quired before the VA can presume service
and one to chapter membership chairman
connection of certain disabilities would
PNC Walter Yosko, who mails each the
be reduced from the present six months to
brochure put together by PNC Herman
60 days. You are urged to write your
Molen, with a membership application.
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NATIONAL NEWS, CONT'D
Fontana Gathering
in August
90 DAYS OF RICE
Once again it is time to make reservations
by
for the "family reunion" of friends at
R. JACKSON SCOTT
Fontana Village Resort. This year will be
the 18th gathering in the Great Smoky
Mountains of prisoners of war of the
Japanese. Three hundred veterans and
This is a story of a Marine from
their families are expected for the Aug.
Cavite through Bataan, Corregidor,
23-27 reunion. The nurses will again be
and 3½ years in several Japanese
honored, there will be a Country & Wes-
P.O.W. Camps during World War II.
tern night, a cookbook is planned, etc.
Scott, now a retired teacher, will
Speakers will be former POW State Sena-
send you an autographed copy for
$4.98 soft bound or $8.98 hard-back,
tor Jesse Knowles of Louisiana, author
including tax and mailing.
John Toland ("The Rising Sun - the Decline
and Fall of the Japanese Empire", "The
ORDER AT:
Flying Tigers", "The Last 100 Days", etc.),
600 West Columbus, Sp 90
Tour Director Don Graham, and Chaplain
Bakersfield, California 93301
Robert Preston Taylor. Make your reser-
OR CALL: (805) 325-3063
vations now; should your plans change
your money will be refunded by Fontana
Village if you give them notice.
Medical Research Packets
STATES 11 PRISONIBLE THE OF
1763 ARMIS
PACKET # 1 V.A. Claim Information
PACKET #..2 Stresses of Incarceration & After Effects of Extreme Stress: cover the
aftereffects on the nerves & body organs.
PACKET # 3 After-Effects of Imprisonment: covers arthritis, alcoholism, visual,
ulcers, varicose veins, skin, impotency, brain damage, etc.
PACKET # 4 After-Effects of Imprisonment: Part I, Arteries & Veins, Part II, Cancer
PACKET # 5 What Every Wife Should Know Before She is Your Widow: Social Security,
insurance, burial procedures, allowances, etc., What a pathologist
should look for in an autopsy.
PACKET # 8 THE EUROPEAN STORY the history of those Americans captured by the
Germans and the after-effects.
PACKET # 9 THE KOREA STORY the history of those Americans captured by the
Koreans and the after-effects.
A $3.00 donation for each packet requested of the above 7.
PACKET # 6 Micro-film Index: Asiatic Theatre, Japanese.
PACKET # 7 Micro-film Index: European Theatre, Germany.
A $1.00 donation requested for each of 6 or 7.
PACKET # 10 THE JAPANESE STORY: the history of those Americans captured by the
Japanese and the after-effects.
As this packet is twice the size of any other packet a $5.00 donation must be
requested for each one ordered.
Send your request along with your donation to POW MEDSEARCH, 1410 Adler Rd.,
Marshfield, WI 54449. Please make checks payable to POW MedSearch and write
PACKET REQUEST on your envelope.
10
INFORMATION
George P. Jahnke, Box 126, Augusta,
Ike Garrett, Rt. 2, Box 88, Deming, NM
Montana, PH: 562-3434, would like to
88030, is seeking the address of the
know the where-abouts of Lt. Larry Ben-
widow of the late James Hamilton who
neth, Lt. Vincent P. McDonald, and Lt.
wrote a book about experiences on Ba-
Bob Weithers, members of the crew of
taan. He would like to order a copy of
Harold Erickson's of the 390th Bomb Gp.
the book.
Lendon Grisham, P.O. Box 463, Savan-
Glenn McConnell, 12337 Ridge Circle,
nah, TN 38372, PH: (901)925-6763,
Brentwood, CA 90049, is seeking infor-
would like to hear from anyone who has
mation to pass on to a member of the
knformation about the plane he was fly-
14th Air Force Ass'n. The incident in
ing in on August 6, 1944, during a raid
question involves the 308th Bomb Group
over Berlin. The plane was shot down
B-24D named The Bad Penny which left
over Lubbech, Germany. Grisham was
Chabua, India, for Kunming, China, and
from the 381st Bomb Group, 532nd Sqd.
never arrived. There are some indications
that the aircraft ended up on a Japanese
Henry (Hugh) Merritt, Jr., 4625 John
air base in Burma. Anyone who knows
Alden Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23455,
if any of the Bad Penny crew members
was a torpedman 2/c on board the sub-
survived, or knew any of them, or has a
marine tender, USS Canopus, when WWII
current address of any of them, please
broke out. After the Canopus was bombed
contact McConnell.
he was with a naval battalion under LCDR
Henry Goodall, then stationed with the
Norman "A1" Albertsen, 3128 South K St.,
4th Marines, fought on Bataan, then on
Oxnard, CA 93033, would like to locate
Corregidor until he was taken prisoner
former shipmates of the USS Grenadier
when it fell. He was interned at Bilibid,
(SS210), including Paul Delbert Russell
Camp No. 3 Cabanatuan, Ft. McKinley,
who lived in St. Louis, Missouri; also
Camp No. 1 Cabanatuan, then worked in
others who were with him in prison camp.
the copper mines at Hitachi and Ashio.
During his internment he kept the names
and addresses of 120 buddies and their
Franklin "Jack" Chapman, 30825 10th
addresses; over the years he has written
Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98003, would
to several but addresses are not current.
like to hear from anyone who was in the
He would like to hear from any who knew
group of about 50 at Camp Kang gye,
him then.
Korea, who, in February 1951, began a
series of forced marches until October
1951. They stayed a several temporary
The family of M/Sgt. Russell P. Bott,
camps, dugouts, and one Korean farm
U.S. Army Special Forces, 5th S.F.G.
in a valley they named "Peaceful Valley"
ABN. would like information anyone can
where they stayed about three weeks.
give them. He has MIA since December
Names of some were MAJOR JOHN Mc-
2, 1966. He was on Project Delta with
LAUGHLIN, US Marine Corps; M/SGT
Det. B-52 out of FOB in Khie Sahn. Please
ALBERT JAMES ROBERTS, JR., US Marine
contact Eleanor Bott Gregory, 82 Boylston
Corps; a Marine sargeant later promoted
Circle, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.
to Lt. HARRIS or HARRISON; S/SGT MARTY
MARTINEZ, Co. D, 31st RCT, 7th Inf.;
Joseph Scotti, 24 Warwick St., Iselin,
RAYMOND FRAZIER; and DURWOOD
NJ 08830, would like to locate anyone
WHITE. Chapman last saw most of this
from the 106th Infantry Division and
group at a general court martial of a for-
would like photographs of that division
mer Korean POW at Ft. Bragg, NC in
and of Stalag IX-B, Bad Orb, Germany.
1955.
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CHAIRMAN HAROLD PAGE - CO-CHAIRWOMAN PEGGY SOMMERS
A
"
AMERICAN
DEPARTMENT
POW MEDSEARCH
THE
THE
OF
VIRGINIA PAGE - DR. ALVIN POWELEIT
FRANCES WORTHINGTON LIPE - TED BIEVER
LEO MEIER - CLIFFORD OMTVEDT
We were privileged to be invited to con-
May 27, 1981, pertaining to treatment for
duct the MedSearch Seminar at the Dept.
former prisoners of war. We believe this
of California State Convention, May 29-
is an excellent program that should be
31, at Sacramento. Thanks to State Cmdr.
followed in every VAMC, and we are for-
Mel Routt, and Convention Chairman Walt
warding a copy of it to Mr. Ray Wilburn,
Regher, we had a most distinguished
POW Coordinator at the VA Central Office,
panel: Paul D. Ising, Director, and
requesting that it be published as a
Thomas Verrill, Adjudication officer,
directive to all VA medical centers. You
Regional Office San Francisco; Clarence
will remember Mr. Wilburn as the dedi-
H. Nixon, Director, VAMC Martinez; J.
cated young man who served as Project
H. Ferry, Director, VAMC Livermore (in-
Manager for the POW Study completed a
cidentally a former POW from the ETO);
year ago.
Harold R. Dickman, Ph.D., Chief, Psy-
chology Services, VAMC Palo Alto; Dr.
Mr. Nixon has given us permission to
Eugene Corecu, VAOP Clinic, Sacramento;
publish his memorandum. Take it to the
LeRoy Cossette, Chief, Medical Admin.
director of your VAMC, and ask that he
Service, VAMC Martinez; and last, but
please consider using the format at his
certainly not least, Tom Nixon, our mem-
facility.
ber and National Service Officer from
Chatsworth, California.
Dr. Dickman very kindly responded to
our request for some help in coping with
The panel members were most sincere and
the depression that many of our members
interested in fully answering questions
are afflicted with. A copy of his letter
from the floor - to the extent of answer-
follows the memorandum - we think you
ing personal questions at the conclusion
will find it interesting.
of the seminar. The questions posed were
all excellent questions of interest and
Thank you for bearing with us this past
informative to the entire body.
year - we gained in our knowledge, and
we hope you did, too.
Mr. Clarence Nixon presented copies of
Harold & Virginia Page
his Station Memorandum No. 10-44, dated
VA Medical Center
Station Memorandum No. 10-44
Martinez, California
May 27, 1981
PRIORITY OF TREATMENT FOR FORMER PRISONERS OF WAR
1. PURPOSE
The Veterans Administration has recently concluded an intensive study
of former Prisoners of War (POW). Major findings indicate that they were
subjected to an extremely harsh medical and psychological experience. This
memorandum, therefore, defines responsibilities and procedures to ensure
that these veterans are afforded special treatment and medical care in a
timely, courteous, and empathic manner.
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POW MEDSEARCH
2. POLICY
The Veterans Administration and this Medical Center fully support
priority treatment of former POW. Every available treatment and service
to which these veterans are entitled will be administered in a "red carpet"
manner. Each former POW who applies for medical benefits will be assigned
a physician who will become his/her primary treating physician
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
Every employee will share and cooperate in the sensitive effort we are
extending to former POW. Due to their unique treatment needs, certain key
personnel have been delegated responsibilities to ensure the success of
this program.
a. Clinical Coordinator: The ACOS/AC is responsible for overall
coordination of the comprehensive program for POW, including the assignment
of the primary-care physician. See Appendix A. (The Clinical Coordinator
at the Sacramento OPC and Oakland OPC is the Chief Medical Officer).
b. Consulting Internist and Psychiatrist: The Chiefs of Medical Service
and Psychiatry Service are responsible for designating an internist and
psychiatrist to represent their respective fields as inhouse consultants
accepting referrals from the POW primary physician. (See Appendix A).
C. POW Liaison Officer: The Chief of Medical Administration Service
will serve as Administrative Liaison coordinating all administrative
processing including eligibility verification and medical records labeling.
(See Appendix A). (The POW Liaison Officer at the Sacramento OPC and
Oakland OPC is the Medical Administrative Officer.
4. PROCEDURES
a. Veterans who apply for medical benefits as former POW at this
facility or at either of our satellite clinics will be accorded prompt
and individual attention. The clinical coordinator will be advised of
the veteran's application for benefits and will assign a primary-care
physician appropriate to the POW medical history and current needs.
b. The Medical and Administrative files of these veterans will have
affixed a green POW label in a prominent position on the front of the
patient's records. This will be completed after verification of this
status. The patient's ID card will also have the letters "XPOW" typed
upon it for identification purposes. A nationwide master list of the
approximately 85,000 former POW will be used for eligibility purposes.
C. Every assistance possible will be given to these veterans by the
Chief, Medical Administration Service (or the Medical Administrative
Officer at each satellite facility) to resolve ex-prisoner of war status
for those veterans not included on the master list. The Chief, Medical
Administration Service (or the Medical Administrative Officer at each
satellite facility) will assist the former POW to ensure continuity of
administrative services with other VA facilities, and other government
and non-government agencies.
d. Existing legislation of Ex-POW dental care is as follows: "Former
POW who have non-compensable service connected dental conditions may apply
for treatment of the service connected trauma at any time and whenever it
is needed. In addition, former POW of WWI, WWII, the Korean conflict or
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POW MEDSEARCH
the Vietnam era who were interned for 180 days or more may be furnished
any needed dental treatment". It is important to note here, however,
that the legislation above is not the full scope of treatment intended
by this station memorandum. Our commitment to these veterans and their
families is unequivocal and we will fully respond to their needs at every
opportunity.
5. AUTOMATIC REVIEW, RESCISSION, OR REISSUE DATE
May 1983 (136)
6. REFERENCES
Circular 10-80-7
M-I, Part I, Chapter 19
Handbook for Veterans Benefit Counselors H-27-73-1 (September 1980)
POW Study, Office of Planning and Program Evaluation, May 1980
M-I, Part I, Chapter 4, Paragraph 4.65.
Available at this Medical Center are current library materials provided
by the American Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
7. RESCISSION
Station Memorandum No. 10-13 dated March 8, 1976
U.H.? C. Director H. NIXON
DISTRIBUTION C
APPENDIX A
Title
Location
Name/Title
3.a. Clinical Coordinator
VAMC, Martinez, CA
W.M. Stuckey, M.D.,
ACOS/Ambulatory Care
Sacramento OP Clinic
Eugen 0. Grecu, M.D.,
Chief Medical Officer
Oakland OP Clinic
Elmer Anderson, M.D.
Chief Medical Officer
3.b. Consulting Internist
VAMC, Martinez, CA
James H. Breeden, M.D.
Medical Service
Consulting Psychiatrist VAMC, Martinez, CA
Edward Gaston, M.D.,
Psychiatry Service
3.c. POW Liaison Officer
VAMC, Martinez, CA
L.E. Cossette, Chief
Medical Administration Service
Sacramento OP Clinic
Jerry C. Hamilton,
Medical Administrative Officer
Oakland OP Clinic
Inez Stevenson
Medical Administrative Officer
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POW MEDSEARCH
Dear Mrs. Page:
Thank you for your letter regarding my participation in the
Medsearch Panel in Sacramento. I enjoyed the participation
very much and you are correct in your belief that the panel
was beneficial to me and I hope that it was to the members
as well. I am also pleased that I was able to provide
specific follow up information and referral to two different
members who had specific problems or questions which they
came to me with following the seminar.
With regard to your question about coping with depression,
you are correct, there are not any quick or magic cures. I
am also aware that the experience of being imprisoned, humil-
iated, threatened, tortured, deprives one of a piece of life
and a sense of personal control over his own fate. I think
however there are some hopeful statements that I believe are
true and may also be useful to keep in mind and perhaps act
on. The first of these is that while depression is one of
the most pervasive psychological disturbances in our culture
it is also one which has proven amenable to treatment and
modification. ,Dr. Peter Lewisohn at the University of Oregon
has developed a treatment approach for depression which has
proven to be very effective. Dr. Lewisohn has written a
book describing his approach which is, at its core, an attempt
to re-educate the depressed person to define his life, his
activities, relationships and expectations in a different
and more satisfying way. Most VA Outpatient Clinics are
familiar with this approach and should be able to provide
therapeutic assistance. The second point I would make is
that wives and families play a significant role and can and
should be included in treatment efforts aimed at ameliorating
depression of POW's. Certainly VA Mental Health Clinics
should be an available and effective resource in helpong
fomrer prioners of war to overcome this pervasive problem.
As a tip for families it seems to me that the experience
of depression is at its core the experience of helplessness
and meaninglessness. When a person feels worthless and down
it is not helpful to tell him that they really are worthwhile
and they shouldn't feel that way. .It may be helpful however
to make it a point to not make an issue or particularly to
play up the feeling of depression but to definitely make it
a point to reward and comment on the individual's effectiveness,
competence or cheerfulness. While these may seem small things
they can be helpful in breaking out of the dwelling on the
problem of depression.
I must say that I am very impressed with the outstanding work
that your organization is doing for former prisoners of war.
I can think of no vetcrans that are more deserving of such
effort and I assure you that I. will be happy to provide what-
ever assistance I can to aid in the objective.
Sincerely,
Hanld R Dickman
HAROLD R. DICKMAN, Ph. D.
Chief, Psychology Service
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16
Stalag III-B Photographed
Photos by Angelo M. Spinelli
Photography was a by-line before Sgt.
that would be of interest should he ever
Angelo Michael Spinelli was drafted into
get back to the States. He is thankful
the U.S. Army July 25, 1941, where he
that he never got caught.
was sent to photography school. He was
temporarily attached to the First Armored
In Stalag III-B, they received GI clothing
Division and went through the initial in-
or packages until the August after Sgt.
vasion of Africa. There he worked with
Spinelli arrived. The first things the
Daryl Zanuck when he made his motion
prisoners received were YMCA musical
picture, "The Invasion of North Africa".
instruments, which came in June. Equip-
ment for a complete orchestra came and,
Sgt. Spinelli was captured by General
although the boys wanted food, they put
Rommell troops at Kasserine on February
the instruments to use immediately. The
14, 1943. From Tunis he was taken to a
Red Cross boxes came in July 14, 1943.
camp outside of Naples; then to Stalag
As the months went by they received
VII-A at Moosburg; and finally to Stalag
clothing, books and athletic equipment.
III-B. There he was able to barter for a
Each received a pair of bowling shoes,
camera that one of the Italian prisoners
and soccer shoes also came in. The
had, for fifteen packs of American cigar-
Germans also issued clogs, which were
ettes. As for film, he "purchased" it from
good for winter wear as the dampness
the German guards
one pack of cigar-
did not penetrate them.
ettes for one roll of film. For an additional
pack, a certain guard would have it de-
Some classes were set up; the Salesman-
veloped. Sgt. Spinelli also bartered for
ship class was the most popular. Also,
a tripod from another Italian POW. The
for two months, a forum was held once a
tripod made indoor shots easier, especial-
week with a usual attendance of 300 to
ly since he had no flash bulbs.
400 prisoners. Music, postwar rehabili-
tation (conducted by a veteran of World
Day after day he walked the compound
War I), art, refrigeration of fresh fruits,
with the camera hidden, taking pictures
religion, history, etc., were discussed.
JOE LOMBORDO OF NEW JERSEY TRADES A CIGARETTE TO A GERMAN GUARD
17
One hundred fifty to 200 men lived in the
warm. In the summer there were flies,
barracks, in space that would have ordi-
lice and fleas; the Red Cross sent flea
narily housed 75 men. There were three
powder but the Germans would not issue
tiers of beds; some slept right above the
it to the prisoners. There were mice in
concrete floor. The barracks were cold
the camp; one evening one fellow caught
and the men needed overcoats to keep
17 mice.
SALESMANSHIP
WATCHING PASSERS BY ON THE ROAD OUTSIDE (WOMEN GOT THE MOST ATTENTION)
18
The men enjoyed the sports more than the
PIE-BAKING (POW STYLE) OUTDOORS
educational classes. They were supplied
with balls and bats from the YMCA. At
one time there were two or three teams
per barrack. Twenty-five to 50% of the
men actually participated in sports.
OPENING WEEKLY PARCELS
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AM
WERE
Hankee Doodlers
They were liberated by the Russians on
PHILIPPINE
By GASEI
April 22, 1945. Sgt. Spinelli returned to
the States in June of 1945. He received
EXPEDITIONARY
the Legion of Merit award for his photo-
graphy work prior to capture. Recently
FORCE
$10.00
LIFE magazine has chosen to use several
SENT Check or
of his photos from Stalag III-B in an up-
Money Order
coming book of prisoners of war.
to
L.A. FIELDS
9713 Lyric Lane
EDITOR'S NOTE: Thank you to Mr. Spinelli
Jeffersontown, Ky.
for providing the information and lending
40299
us the excellent photographs taken at
216 pages of graphic pictures of those
Stalag III-B.
grim days prior to the liberation in 1945
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Vietnam POW Lost in South America
by Ted Bell
EDITOR'S NOTE: The following story is
experiencing trouble and were looking for
reprinted from the May 19, 1981, issue
a break in the clouds. A minute later,
of the SACRAMENTO BEE, Sacramento,
another transmission reported they were
California.
settling down. This was followed by
another transmission saying only "stand
On February 17, 1981, exactly 14 years
by."
after his helicopter was shot down over
South Vietnam and he began six years of
More than an hour later, another U.S.
confinement as a prisoner of war, a U.S.
Army helicopter left Loja to search for
Army pilot was reported missing while
Sooter's helicopter. It reported hearing
flying near the volatile border between
a very weak radio transmission that inclu-
Equador and Peru.
ded Sooter's radio call sign.
An Army casualty board recommended May
The U.S. Military's Southern Command in
15 that Chief Warrant Officer David W.
Panama reported that 80 Equadorean troops
Sooter continue to be listed as "missing"
spent 21 days searching the area while
rather than "presumed dead." The Army
Equadorean air force aircraft flew 59 mis-
says Equadorian and U.S. units spent
sions, all without finding any signs of
almost a month searching on the ground
the helicopter. U.S. Air Force and Army
and from the air without any trace of the
aircraft flew another 35 sorties over an
helicopter.
area encompassing 3,900 square miles.
Sooter was shot down February 17, 1967,
Sooter's wife, Dorothy, currently living
while on a combat support mission in
in Ozark, Alabama, told The Sacramento
Pleiku province in Vietnam. When he re-
Bee that she has heard little from the
turned to the United States in 1973, Sooter
Army concerning her husband and none of
said that a radio broadcast he had made
the details provided The Sacramento Bee.
and a statement condemning U.S. involve-
"To tell you the truth," she said, "I
ment in Southeast Asia was meant as a
don't think they' that concerned about
message to inform his family that he was
it."
alive.
Sooter, 41, along with Warrant Officer
Sooter and Foley were assigned to the
Michael J. Foley, 26, and Sgt. Steve R.
114th Aviation Company in Panama at the
Grisham, 27, were aboard an UHIH "Huey"
time of the crash. Grisham was assigned
helicopter flying out of Loja, Equador, as
to the 7th Support Unit of the 7th Special
part of the multinational peacekeeping
Forces Group at Ft. Bragg, NC, and was
force attemPting to monitor a truce in the
on temporary duty as a helicopter crew
border conflict between Equador and Peru.
chief.
The crew was flying to Pagua, Peru, that
morning to pick up a Peruvian official to
Peru and Equador fought a six-day border
fly him to the disputed border area.
war high in the Andes Mountains before a
truce was announced February 2. Military
Army spokesman Maj. James Weiskopf
observers from the United States, Brazil,
said that the chopper was flying over the
Argentina and Chile were assigned as
Cordillera de Sabanilla Ridge, a rugged
truce observers after the cease-fire was
mountain jungle area 31 miles southeast
declared. The same four countries are
of Loja that stretches between 8,500 and
the guarantors of a treaty ending a similar
11,500 feet above sea level, which is
border war in the same region in 1941.
often above cloud level. At 7:15 A.M.,
The treaty was meant to end the frontier
ground controllers received a radio trans-
differences of the Andean neighbors, but
mission from the crew saying they were
Equador declared it void 14 years ago.
21
Mercer County Honors Its Heroes
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story is taken in
Local newspapers carried several articles
part from articles in the Lexington, KY
relating interviews with some of the men.
HERALD AND LEADER, and the HARRODS-
BURG HERALD. Also, thank you to Jack
Bland Moore remembers more than any-
Wilson for his faithfulness in contributing
thing else the beatings inflicted on him
news items to the Bulletin in the past,
during the three years, five months, one
including this story.
day, and one hour as a Japanese prisoner
of war. "They loved to make you beg for
"We are now involved in another kind of
mercy, but they never got a moan out of
war
a war to refurbish the spiritual
me," Moore said of the beatings, adding,
and moral values of America and reestab-
"but of course this only made them beat
lish patriotism, Edwin (Skip) Rue told a
me harder. He said the Japanese offi-
few hundred persons gathered under a
cers beat their own soldiers. Moore said
broiling sun at Old Fort Harrod State Park.
throughout the POW ordeal he always be-
The day was June 14, 1981, and the
lieved he would return home, except a
occasion was a program by the Harrods-
time when he was marched into the com-
burg, Kentucky, Historical Society to
pound where prisoners were shot to death.
honor World War II Bataan and Corregidor
He said the pattern of an execution was
edfenders from Mercer County as part of
in place, but when what would have been
the 207th anniversary of the founding of
the firing order, the Japanese in charge
Harrodsburg.
yelled for everyone to go to work.
The names of the honored men of Company
D, (Mercer's federalized National Guard
"God was with me on that occasion, and
unit) were read, which included 29 who
others,' Moore said, recalling, "During
died overseas and 37 survivors, 25 of
the march I had no salt and quit perspiring.
whom are now living. Fourteen of the
I was about to fall and would have been
Bataan Death March survivors attended
shot
suddenly I was clutching salt in
the event. The previous evening the his-
my hand that came from somewhere. It
torical society gave the ex-prisoners of
helped me go on." He said some of the
war a dinner.
island natives would toss bits of food to
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the Americans when Jap guards were not
of those people who loves his country
looking.
enough to fight for it.
"I wasn't in the death march," Wilson
"I had an experience after coming out of
said. "About 24 of us climbed along the
the war that helped me overcome hatred,
edge of a cliff, getting toeholds on rock
Moore said in explaining that while
ledges, while the Japs were on top of the
working as a salesman in California from
cliff with their tanks.
1946-54 one of his customers was a
Japanese woman who was among the
"We edged around the cliff and saw a
Japanese-Americans imprisoned in the
hole that went back into a cave. We
desert when the war broke out, and whose
walked in, and there was a man, half-
son was killed in that war. The friendship
Chinese and half-Spanish, with a boat.
eased hurts on both sides, he said. After
It had a hole in it, but we bailed it out.
40 years Moore has no hate for the Japan-
"Our intention was to go to Australia.
ese race, but can't ease his feeling for
We loaded two 55-gallon drums of gas
those who beat and tortured him.
on board, and then an officer from the
200th Coast Artillery came up. He drew
a gun and said, 'You've got to take me
and my men with you or I'll kill you.'
There were 10 to 12 of them. We took
them."
Under constant cannon fire from Japanese
tanks, Wilson's boat made it to Corregi-
dor, where Gen, Jonathan Wainwright had
assumed command after Gen. Douglas
MacArthur had been evacuated to Austra-
lia. Officers there refused to allow the
group to continue. Wilson was captured
when Corregidor fell on May 6, 1942.
Imprisoned at Cabanatuan, four of Wilson's
Corregidor buddies tried to persuade him
to escape with them. "I had a touch of
malaria and dengue fever. I said no.
Next day, the Japanese caught the boys
and brought them back. They tied them
up, took their hats off and strapped a
two-by-four behind their knees so that
Jack Wilson in his den,
they had to squat, and it cut into their
surrounded by ex-prisoner
legs. They left the boys there, facing
of war memorabilia.
the sun, for two or three days. Then they
Another Harrodsburg ex-POW is Maurice
shot them. Some of the prisoners would
E. "Jack" Wilson, Life member 26 of the
not stay and watch, but I said, 'I'm
American Ex-Prisoners of War. Today
staying; I could have been one of them.
he is blind in one eye and disabled in
In 1961, the survivors in Harrodsburg got
both legs as a result of his war experi-
together to dedicate a monument to their
ence.
unit on the outskirts of town. There, on
"Some of the survivors don't like talking
a well-kept plot, stands a World War II
about it," he said, "but I think that is
light tank. Behind it are a flagpole and
what has kept me strong over the years.
a bronze plaque, headed simply "Bataan"
I guess I am one of the few who has kept
with the names of the 66 men in the unit.
records of what happened over there. And
And again in June of this year, Mercer
I would go through it again. I'm just one
County paid tribute to its heroes.
23
NATIONAL CHAPLAIN JOHN ROMINE
us all thank God for dedicated people and
We have heard so many
do everything in our power to help them
times that strength is in
"help those who cannot help themselves."
numbers. We agree that the
more guns and bombs in the
LET US PRAY
in the hands of a properly
trained military force has a
WE COME TO THY HOLY THRONE, O GOD
better chance of winning.
OUR HEAVENLY FATHER, KNOWING THAT
The same is true with the
THOU ART THE CREATOR AND SUSTAINER
organization of the American
OF ALL THAT IS OR EVER WILL BE. WE
Ex-Prisoners of War. The more members
KNOW THAT WE DO FALL FAR SHORT OF
we have, the better our chances are of
THY GLORY BUT ARE so GRATEFUL FOR
being heard. But I believe the character
THY LOVE AND BLESSINGS. CONTINUE
of our people has a great deal to do with
TO POUR OUT UPON US THY GREAT AND
winning or losing, regardless of numbers.
GOOD GIFTS AND IN RETURN MAY WE
With body, mind and soul we cry out to
IN OUR OWN WAY REACH OUT TO OTHERS,
God to bless our nation. Unless people
AS WE REMEMBER AND CONTINUE TO
recognize and are greatful for these bless-
PRAY FOR THOSE STILL LISTED AS MISS-
ings, then all is lost. I feel that we once
ING IN ACTION. FORGIVE US WHEN WE
again elected people to represent us for
FAIL, LIFT US UP WHEN WE FALL,
the coming year that are concerned enough
STRENGTHEN US WHEN WE ARE WEAK,
about helping others that they, too, will
AS WE PRAY FOR OUR NEWLY ELECTED
turn to God for guidance and wisdom. Let
NATIONAL OFFICERS. AMEN
EX-PRISONERS
Taps
AMERICAN
SHERDIE WILLIAM ALLIN of Littleton, New
OF WAR
Hampshire, died of cancer of the larynx
and lungs on May 30, 1981. He served
NOW
ARMIS
in the U.S. Air Force at Clark Field, was
SOLUM
captured in April of 1942, and participated
M/SGT HUBERT R. HOPPER, USAF Retired,
in the Bataan Death March. He was impri-
81, passed away at Barksdale Air Force
soned in Cabanatuan, Camp O'Donnell,
Base Hospital June 23, 1981, after a long
and held on a prison ship which took him
to Formosa where he remained until the
illness. He was Mess Sargent of the 17th
Bomb Squadron, 27th Bomb Group, and
liberation in October, 1945. After his
was taken prisoner on Bataan, survived
return home he operated a large dairy
the death march and 3-1/2 years of POW
farm for 30 years, then practiced horti-
life. He is survived by his wife, Bessie,
culture. He lived for a while in Florida.
of Shreveport, LA, a daughter, two grand-
He leaves his wife, Elaine, two sons,
daughters, two great-grandchildren, two
and a brother.
sisters and three brothers.
EPHREM J. LANDAVAZO, 63, of Gallup,
New Mexico, passed away May 12, 1981,
JANICE S. MORRIS, 38, of Oklahoma,
of a heart attack. Ephrem was a member
passed away June 27, 1981, after a leng-
of the 200th Coast Artillery and was
thy illness. She taught third grade, was
transferred to the 515th C.A. at the be-
active in the Christian Women's Club,
ginning of World War II in the Philippines.
and an active member of the Central Okla-
He was captured by the Japanese, sur-
homa Chapter of American Ex-POWs. She
vived the Bataan Death March, and was
leaves her husband, ex-POW Scott Mor-
a POW for 3-1/2 years. He leaves his
ris, and a daughter, Lori.
wife, Nora, and two daughters.
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EX-PRISONERS
Taps
AMERICAN
SICK CALL
OF WAR
CHESTER PERRY, a member of American
Ex-Prisoners of War, collapsed while on
NON SOLUM ARMIS
a sight-seeing tour of Hoover Dam. He
and his wife were attending the ADBC
convention in Las Vegas. He has been in
LESTER EXELBERTH of Bronx, New York,
a coma since April 28, 1981. With the
passed away on June 11, 1981. He was
help of some politicians, National Cmdr.
with the 94th BG, 333rd BS and interned
Sommers, and members of the Greater
at Stalag ХѴП-В. He is survived by his
Chicago Area Chapter, he and his wife
wife, Beatrice, and one daughter.
were able to secure a private commercial
jet provided by the VA to get him and his
wife home. Mr. Perry has regained a low
SIDNEY THOMAS WRIGHT, a long-time
level of consciousness and his vital signs
member of El Paso Chapter #1, passed
are still stable, but he is in serious con-
away May 23, 1981. Sidney served in
dition. We pray for his full recovery.
the Philippines in WWII, was a prisoner
of the Japanese for some three years,
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+3 AMERICAN OF WAR
New Members
Mr & Mrs William H. Daniels, Sr.
M/M Robert McKittrick
NON
SOLUM
ARMIS
26051 San Quintin Ave.
1095 Western Dr. N - 418-H
Sun City, CA
Colorado Springs, CO
Europe: 106 Inf. Div
Europe: Co G,385 Inf.85 Div
Stalag IX-B
Stalag VII-A
Glen I. Wilson
126 Farrar Blvd, Waveland, MS
Mr & Mrs J. Garrick Eisenberg
M/M Harold H. Curtice
Korea: USA --Bean Camp & Camp 4
445 Oak Grove, Menlo Park, CA
2749 Quail Hollow Rd.,
Civilian: Santo Tomas, Los Banos,
Clearwater, FL
W. M. Golden
Manila, PI
Europe: 100 BG, 350 BS
980 Birch St. Macon, GA
Stalag Luft III
Europe: 15 AF, 465 BG,781 BS
Kenneth W. Trent
Adleboden
7700 Parkway Dr., #30, LaMesa, CA
Mr & Mrs O. W. Moore
Europe: 96 BG --Stalag XVII-B
2319 Margaret Walker Alex-
Albert D. Durham
ander Dr., Jackson, MS
518 Queen, Maize, KS
Mr & Mrs Albert F. Westlake
Europe: 366 Inf.
Europe: 335 BS,95 BG
8201 S. Santa Fe #167
Dulag Luft, Oflag Luft III
Littleton, CO
Mr & Mrs James R. Ellison
Europe: 384 BG (H)
5393 Kier Lane, Helena, MT
Leander F. Wick
Stalag VII-A, XVII-B
Korea: 2nd Div., 23 Reg.
715 E. 78th St., #137
Camps 1, 2, 3
Bloomington, MN
Dominic Iannotti
Korea: D Co,23 Inf Reg.,
411 Coram Ave., Shelton, CT
Phillip J. Rattler, Sr.
2nd Inf. Div --Seoul, Korea
Europe: 612 TD Bn
Box 862, Browning, MT
Stalag XIII-C, XII-A
Europe: Co B,43 Tank Bn.,
Mr & Mrs George S. Anding
12 AB --Baden Baden, Stutt-
Rt 4,Box 231-C, Natchez, MS
Mr & Mrs Robert L. Norton, Jr.
gard XIII-C, Nurenburg,
Europe: 28th Inf.
390 Crogan St., N.W.
Mooseberg
Stalag IV-B
Lawrenceville, GA
Europe: 15 AF -Stalag Luft IV
James P. Burns
Mr & Mrs George H. Watkins
12 North St. Ramsey, NJ
Rt 5,Box 194, Florence, MS
Mr & Mrs Alvin P. Larrieu
Europe: 8 AF -Stalag IV-B,
Europe: Stalag VII-A, work
5016 Sanford St. Metairie, LA
357
camp in Munich
Europe: 82nd Div. -Stalag III-C
Mr & Mrs John Enright
Phillip E. Rogers
Mr & Mrs Joseph A. Sparacio
32-A Sterling St.,
P o Box 9535, Raytown, MO
2117 Mumphrey Rd. Chalmette, LA
Lakehurst, NJ
Korea: C Co.lst Bn, 7th Cav.
Europe: 168 Inf. 34 Div. 5th Army
Europe: C Co, 2nd Tank Bn.,
1st Cav. Div.-Camps 5,1
9th Arm'd Div.-Gerolstein,
Mr & Mrs Glendale James
Stammlager XII-A
Julius F. Jenkins, Jr.
825 Lovetta Dr., Kettering, Ohio
533 Williamson St.,
Europe: 249th Eng.
Mr & Mrs Arthur Gentile
Charlotte, NC
Stalag IV-A, IV-B
123 Cold Indian Spring Rd.
Europe: 1st Arm'd Div, 433rd
Wayside, NJ
A A Bn--Stalag VII-A, III-B,
Mr & Mrs Robert E. Mapes
Europe: 83rd Inf Div, 331
IV-B
5101 Victoria Ave., Middletown, OH
Inf. Reg. --Germany & France
Europe: 106 Inf. Div.
Mr & Mrs Gordon L. Block
Oflag XIII-B, Hammelburg, Germany
Kenneth J. Place
3686 Matson Ave. Cincinnati,OH
94 Nolton St.,
Europe: 326 Med Co., 101st AB
Frank L. Rowe
Belleville, NJ
Div --Gerolstein, Limburg,
P o Box 132, Belpre, OH
Europe: Ranger--Stalag VII-A
Bonn, Hammelburg, Mooseburg
Korea: A Co., 19th Inf. Reg.
II-B,III-B,III-A
Camp 3
Louis Snyder
Mr & Mrs Nicola Risoli
2506 Sunshine Dr., Hamilton,OH
Mr & Mrs John P. Dillon
2529 Hamilton Blvd.
Europe: Co F,339 Inf,85 Div.
2320 Gold Bug Ave.,
S. Plainfield, NJ
Stalag VII-A, Arbiet Kommando
Sullivan's Island, SC
Europe: 106 Div. 81st Co.
3990
Europe: 8 AF, 379 BG,527 BS
Eng.
Stalag VI-G, Ruhy Valley
Mr & Mrs Howard S. Williamson
Gordon B. Zicker
702 Loveland Miamiville Rd.
Mr & Mrs Fred M. Disney
6 Sunrise Dr. Montvale, NJ
Loveland, OH
Rt 1, Basswood Dr., Kodak, TN
Europe: 106 Inf Div., 423
Europe: Co L,179 Inf., 45 Div.
Europe: 42nd Rainbow Div.
Reg. --Stalag IV-B, Dresden
Stalag VII-A, VII-B, work camp
Stalag IV-B, IV-A
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x3 AMERICAN OF WAR
New.Members
Mr & Mrs Lawrence J Volk, Jr.
M/M Lawrence J. Rhoades
Rt 9,Box 289, Space 45
7089 State Route 571-E
NOW
SOLUM
ARMIS
Caldwell, Idaho
Greenville, OH
Europe: 390 BG
Europe: 15 AF
Stalag Luft IV, VI
Frankfurt, Moos eburg
Dr & Mrs James W. Yeager
P o Box 39419, Phoenix,AZ
Glendon C. Gilbert
Lewis F. Sparrow
Korea: S-2, 3rd Bn, 29th RCT
917 N. 19th St. Mattoon, IL
4221 Mapleleaf Dr.,
24 Div --Captured 7/27/50,
Europe: 325th BI,82nd Abn. Div.
Dayton, Ohio
escaped Suchon Tunnel Massa-
Lazaret V-B, II-B, II-A
Europe: 381 BG
cre 10/20/50
Stalag XVII-B
Mr & Mrs Samuel F Reis
James E. Bitner
RR 1,Box 139, Lime Springs, IA
M/M Ralph E. Trucksis
3112 Lomina Ave., Long Beach,
Europe: Cannon Co, 422 Inf., 106
6305 Free Rd., Piqua, OH
CA -- Pacific: 1st Aircraft
Div --Stalag III-B, IV-B,
Europe: 15 AF, 301 BG
Warning Co.
Keifeide, Stamlager VII-A
Cabanatuan, Bili-
Mr & Mrs James E Bourgeois
Mooseburg, Nurenburg
big,Mitsushima,Japan
2417 Garden Dr. Meraux, LA
Korea: M Co, 8th Cav. Reg.
David L. Capps
Alex E. Braun
Camp 3
1021 8th, N.W. Ardmore, OK
171 Iris Blossom Ct.
Pacific: 680 Ord Avn. Pur.
San Jose, CA
Lester Jaffe
Cabanatuan, Osaka, Camp 9,
Europe: 83rd Div, 331 Reg.
52 Mason Terrace, Brookline,
Toyama, Japan
Stalag IV-B
Europe: 15 AF, 376 BG
Stalag Luft I
Mr & Mrs L. D. Wiggins
Mr & Mrs George R. DePerio
316 North H, Duncan, OK
940 Powell St. Apt 205
Rev. David E. Dee
Europe: Co G,3rd Inf, 28
San Francisco, CA
110 N. Hemlock, McBain, MI
Div. --Stalag II-A, III-B,
Pacific: 21st Inf Reg 21 Div
Europe: 390 BG -Stalag Luft IV
III-C, IV-B, IX-B, XI-A,
'Donnell, Capas, Tarlac, PI
XII-A
Mr & Mrs Howard R Umbarger
Mr & Mrs Floyd B. Kanatzar
7492 Clinton Trail,
Mr & Mrs Frank Lapato
12271 Tamerlane
Eaton Rapids, MI
R.D.2, Kittanning, PA
Garden Grove, CA
Europe: 317 Inf, 80 Div.
Europe: Hq & Hq Platoon,
Europe: 7th Arm'd Div., Co.,
Stalag XII-A, III-C
422 Inf, Hq Co, 106 Div.
48th Arm'd Inf. Bn.
Stalag IX-A, IX-B
Stalag II-A, II-B, XI-B
E. B. Payne
4918 Oakwood St. Moss Point, MS
Mr & Mrs Edgar A Nicholson
Mr & Mrs John J McLellan
Korea: 5th RCT, 24 Div.-Camp 1
Smithfield, PA
199 Kona Circle, Pittsburg,CA
Europe: 30th Inf. Div.
Europe: 8 AF,306 BG,367 BS
Dr & Mrs David E. Pruitt
Stalag II-B
Stalag XVII-B
P 0 Box, 67, Como, MS
Europe: 1st Inf. Div.
Robert J. Webb
Mr & Mrs John S Alford
Stalag IV-B
112 10th Ave.,
1820 Athens Ave., Pensacola, FL
Shamokin Dam. PA
Pacific: USA --Bilibid,
Anthony Nocchiero
Europe: Group 440, 95 BS
Cabanatuan, PI
4314 Wetzel Road A-6, Liverpool, NY
Stalag Luft II
Europe 8 AF, 100 BG
Richard L. Chandler
Stalag Luft IV
Mr & Mrs Charles T Berry
1620 S. Park Ave. Melbourne, FL
408 Menwood Lane,
Europe: 612 Tank Destroyer Bn, Mr & Mrs James C. Holland
Longview, TX
Oflag VV-B, Nurenburg, Hammel-
821 Kenwood Dr. Burlington, NC
Europe: 397 BG, 599 BS
burg, Nurenburg, Mooseburg
Europe: 94 Inf. Div., 301st
Stalag VI-G, VII-A, Nuren-
M. Stammlager XII-A
burg,Mooseburg
Mr & Mrs Robert A. Hannum
5510 45th Ave., N.,
Harley J. Coon
Mr & Mrs Chester L. Cherry
St. Petersburg, FL
2582 Valdina Dr. Xenia, Ohio
Rt ,Box 148, Wichita Falls
Europe: 95 BG, 334 BS
Korea: Co B,35 Inf. 25 Div.
TX
Stalag Luft III
Camps 5 & 4
Pacific: Bataan
Mr & Mrs Charles E. Kille
Mr & Mrs Charles Grace, Jr.
Mr & Mrs Nick Julian
6655 100th Ave., N.
9739 Cooper Lane, Cincinnati, OH
Box 10, Kingmont, WV
Pinellas Park, FL
Europe: 303 BG --Stalag Luft IV
Europe: 82nd Airborne
Europe: Co K,317 Inf, 80 Div
Labor Group 3
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AMERICAN OF WAR
New Members
Mr & Mrs Harry H. Freid
Mr & Mrs Guy H. Massey
P o Box 386, Weldon, NC
211 Millville Oxford Rd.
NOW
SOLUM
ARMIS
Europe: 15 AF, 457 BS
Hamilton, OH
Stalag Luft III-A, VII-D
Europe: 7th Arm'd Div.
Stalag IV-B, work camp
Mr & Mrs Philip L Burford
Otto Hirsch
3162 Maher St. Toledo, OH
David McConnaughey
1857 4th Ave. Sacramento, CA
Pacific: 1st Def. Bn.
4102 Independence Dr.
Pacifict Civilian
Hokadou, Japan
Cincinnati, OH
Cabanatuan 2 & 1,Los Pinas,
Europe: Co K,168 Reg,34 Div.
Omuta
Robert W. Carlisle
Stalag VII-A, III-B, Arbeit
1222 W. Hillcrest Ave.,
Kommando I,Oflag 64
Delbert L. Meneley
Dayton, Ohio
11033 Autumnwind Lane,
Europe: 87th Inf. -Stalag XII-A
Mr & Mrs Robert L. Pence
Rancho Cordova, CA
790 Endor Ct. Cincinnati, OH
Europe: Co A, 81st Rcn Bn,
Mr & Mrs Wade W. Chio
Europe: 26 Div, 101 Inf.
1st Arm'd Div.
1726 Bond St. Toledo, Ohio
Stalag II-A
Stalag VII-A, III-B, II-A
Pacific: 192nd Tank Bn, 1st
Arm'd Div.--Cabanatuan,Omori,
M/M William W. Provonsha
Warren R. Robinson
Japan, 'Donnell
4750 Toledo, OH
3626 Magpie Lane,
Europe: 8 AF,381 BG,532 BS
N. Highlands, CA
Mr & Mrs William Combs
Stalag III, M. Stammlager
Europe: 8 AF -Stalag Luft IV,I
116 Grand Ave. Leipsic, Ohio
Luft III, Stalag XIII-D
Europe: 8 AF,-Stalag Luft I,IV
Bill York
Alex Rasi
10385 Rockingham Dr., Apt 21
Mr & Mrs Robert J. Duck
30 Taylor Rd. Oregon, OH
Rancho Cordova, CA
6837 Woodmeadow Dr., Toledo, OH
Europe: 34 Div, 168 Inf.
Pacific: 131 FA
Europe: 15 AF, 463 BG
Stalag II-B
Java, Burma, Siam, Singapore
Stalag Luft Hospital,
Meinigen, Germany
Mr & Mrs George H. Smith
Paul L. Sass
1309 State Route 125,
3988 Bellwood Dr.,
Mr & Mrs Gilford W. Ford
Hamersville, OH
Sarasota, FL
248 Fair Ave. Ottawa, Ohio
Europe: 106 Div, 422 Inf.
Europe: 96 BG(H)-Stalag L III
Europe: 95 Inf. Div.
Stalag IV-B
Stalag XII-A,III-A,III-B
Mr & Mrs John B. Wilburn
Mr & Mrs Gene R Thompson
Box 136, Ila, Georgia
Mr & Mrs Paul Gerrard
1001 Village Trail, Maumee, OH
Europe: Stalag II-B, XII-A
2034 Genesse St., Toledo, Ohio
Europe: USAAC
Europe: 23rd Inf.
Mr & Mrs Harold S. Grim
Mr & Mrs Claude R Mitchell
906 S. Jersey, Bluffton, Ind.
Mrs. Carole E. Koenig
1425 'B' N.W. Ardmore, OK
Europe: 95 Inf.
114 Clearview Ct. ,St.Mary's,OI
Korea: 2nd Inf. Div.
Stalag XII-A, III-B, III-A, 483C
Gold Star Wife of William J.
Death Valley, Camps 5 & 4
John E. Mahan
Mr & Mrs Joseph J. Kozlowski
John W. Miller
231 Farm Lane, Westwood, MA
1729 Loxley Rd., Toledo, OH
P 0 Box 303, Mapleton, OR
Europe: 99 BG -Stalag Luft I
Europe: 8 AF, 388 BG
Pacific: 5th CA -Corregidor
Stalag XVII-B
Carl J. Bafs
Mr & Mrs Herman F Holland
6869 Edward St. Detroit, MI
John B. Lemon
100 Susquehanna Blvd.
Korea: 1st Cav. Div, 7th Cav.
2132 W. Mile Rd., Springfield, OH W. Hazleton, PA
Reg. Med. Co. -Camps 1 & 3
Europe: Co E, 2nd Batt, 1st A/R Europe: 8 AF, 447 BG,711 BS
Stalag VII-A, III-B, III-A
Stalag XVII-B
Mr & Mrs Claude H McLaughlin
2923 N. Blair, Royal Oak, MI
Mr & Mrs Robert E. LeValley
Mr & Mrs Frederic Holt
Europe: 12 AF, 301 BG,32 BS
324 Baxter St. Elida, OH
Box 203, Woody Hill Road
Hospital, Caserta, Servigliano,
Europe: 99 Inf. Div.
Bradford, R.I.
Italy
Nurenburg, Hammelburg, Mooseburg
Europe: 8 AF -Stalag XVII-B
Mr & Mrs Harold H. West
Robert A. Moran
Roy M. Offerle
30 Parakeet Hill, Pontiac, MI
814 Brinton Dr., Toledo, Ohio
2320 Stewart #24, Laredo, TX
Civilian: Hq Co, Phil. Dept.
Europe: 106 Inf. Div.
SE Asia: 131 F.A., 2nd Bn.
'Donnell, Cabanatuan, Clark
Stalag IX-B
Java, Singapore,
Field, Port Area, PI, Fukuoka 1
Burma
Japan
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AMERICAN OF WAR
New Members
Mr & Mrs Marvin T. Henson
MEDSEARCH DONORS ABOVE
ARMIS
1712 King Ave, Dayton, Ohio
PACKET COSTS
Europe: Stalag Luft III, VII-A
Capt & Mrs John W Guinn, Jr. R
E. B. Abbott
3212 San Pedro St.,
Mr & Mrs John W. Hilliard
Ray Capone
Clearwater, FL
8470 Cottonwood Dr., W Chester, OH
James D. Davis
Europe: 15 AF, 459 BG
Europe: 395 Reg, 99 Div
Robert Friedman
Stalag Luft III, Stammlager
Stalag XIII-C
Frederick E. Hutto
XIII, VII-D
Lionel R. Johnson
Loyes H. Knotts
George W. Morrison
Roy F. Holcomb
Mary Green
3321 Vagabond Lane, Dayton, Ohio
Rt ,Calhoun, GA
Edward J. O'Leary
Europe: 15 AF, 376 BG
Europe: 106 Div, 331 Med. Bn.
Tom Pacholski
Bucharest, Roumania
Stalag IV-B
Don Poirot
Elmer M. Roberts
Mr & Mrs Allan W Hicks
Mr & Mrs Sam L. Evans
Tillman Rutledge
900 S. Kentucky St.
147 Oak Forest Dr.
Hilton Travis
Amarillo, TX
Calvin Venable
Montgomery, AL
Europe: 448 BS --Wetzler,
Europe: 8 AF, 381st
Wade W. Waldrup
Frankfurt, Nurenburg, Moose-
A. B. Wigginton
burg
Kenneth W. Fackender
Mr & Mrs James E. Eason
Norman Fritzshall
Rt 5,Box 186A-1
N. R. Widlake
Talladega, AL
Roy 0. Williams
Europe: F Co,334 Reg,8 Div.
WELFARE FUND DONORS
George Bellevill
Stalag III-A, III-B
Wallace M. Boggs
Claude E. Cockrell
Rita Marie Foster
Clyde F. Baley
Marvin T. Henson
Robert R. Havens
301 Braehead Dr.,
Leroy J. Burns
George Kish
Fredericksburg, VA
Theodore Semesky
Warren G. Ledbetter
Europe: 504th, 82nd Airborne
Roy L. Ryan, Sr.
Thomas M. Linneman
Stalag Luft III, VII-A
Anthony N. Iannarelli
A. D. Oakes
James M. Smallin
Robert Sutton
Russell S. Bucher, Jr.
Floyd E. Whittenburg
Robert M. Leinbach
Frank DeLong
Theodore G. McCall
Fund
Lundy Deskins
Henry G. Ferber
Robert R. Havens
Ellis LaFleur
$10,000
Joseph Matheny
Col. Clyde W. Bradley, Jr.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION FUND
$9,000
Beatrice J. Martel
Legislative Action
DONORS
Ester L. Sense
Raymond Whitehead
$8,000
Constance Pote
Joe Matheny
Donald E. Kirby
Mack Bray, Jr.
$7,000
Robert R. Havens
Dept. of New Mexico
$6,000
Bataan Veterans Org.
Tulsa Chapter
New Life Members
Central Oklahoma Chapter
$5,000
Okaw Chapter
James B. McCord
#6828
49'rs Chapter
Wilma J. McCord
#6829
$4,000
L. W. Kooper
201 Willowbrook Dr.,
In Memory of George A. Sense
Kingston, TN
$3,000
By: Esther L. Sense
Europe: 15 AF, 96 BG
Joseph Guigno
Stalag Luft I
$2,000
O-K-I Chapter (Turner don-
ation)
William J. Votaw
#6830
49'rs Chapter
Mavis Jean Votaw
#6831
$1,000
Las Cruces Chapter
601 W. Carl Albert Parkway
Liberty Bell Chapter
McAlester, Okla.
o
S. A. Rzeckowski
Pacific: 59th CAC, Btry D.
Corregidor,Bilibid,Cabana-
Balance 7/13/81 $4,151.38
tuan 2, 3, Fukuoka, Tanagawa
29
EX
PRISONERS
AMERICAN
OF
New Life Members
WAR
Herbert C. Kent
#6792
Paul G. Kester
#6813
Dorothy Kent
#6793
2102 Muskingum Ave. Cocoa, FL
NON
SOLUM
ARMIS
Box 606,Benge, WA
Europe: 30th Div.
Pacific: 60 CA,Hq & Hq Bat
First aid places & Limburg, Ger.
2nd Cabanatuan 3,
Thomas E. Richards
#6779
Formosa, Yokahoma, Sendai
Carmen Dalphonse
#6814
Anna L. Richards
#6780
Helene Dalphonse
#6815
2320 Kenilworth Dr.,
Grace M. Price
#6794
1 Pine St., Gorham, N.H.
Kingsport, TN
Wife of Stephen W. Price
Europe: 157 Inf, 45 Div. L Co.
Pacific: 60th CA -Bilibid,
1st Platoon --Zqeibrucken, Lich-
Cabanatuan, Yokohama Stadium,
Thurman H Esselmeyer
#6795
lenberg, Hiedelburg, Germany
Tokyo 1-D, Ashio
Martha K. Esselmeyer
#6796
2918 Kings Forest Dr
Thelma Poindexter #6816
Glenn G. Ream
#6781
Kingwood, TX
Wife of R. V. #3488
9130 Cottonwood, N.E.
Europe: 388 BG -Stalag Luft
Albuquerque, N.M.
III, VII
Emilio Vizachero, Jr #6817
Pacific: 200CA assigned to
304 Fountain Ave.
60th CA --Cabanatuan, Las
Gilberto Trejo
#6797
Burlington, NJ
Pinas, PI Taiwan, Wakunohama
Evestina Trejo
#6798
Europe: Co F,120 Inf Reg.
(Kobe) Japan
210 S. Cox, Rio Grande City,TX
30th Div.
Korea: 2nd Rockert F.A. Btry
Stalag VII-B,Wasserburg,
Chester L. Lott
#6782
Camp 6
Augsburg, Gunzburg, Ettrigen
Evelyn K. Lott
#6783
5634 N. Osage, Rt 8,Tulsa,O
James H. Gallman
#6799
A. C. Bowman
#6818
Europe: 8 AF, 351 BG
Juanita Bowman
501 Magnolia St., Pampa, TX
#6819
Stalag Luft III
Europe: Co H,141 Inf.36 Div.
6105 Avenue R, Lubbock, TX
Stalag IV-B, III-B, II-B,III-A
Europe: Co A,141 Inf,3 Div
Robert M. Leinbach
#6784
Stalag V-A,III-B,III-A
Joyce E. Leinbach
#6785
Paul E. Farmer
#6800
910 Landon Ave. Yakima, WA
Barbara Farmer
#6801
Ralph Murchison
#6820
Europe: Co B,28 Div, 110 Reg.
25807 Oak Ridge Dr. Spring,
Rt 2,Box 2215, Red Bluff, CA
Stalag XI-B
Europe: 5th Inf. Div.
Europe: 92 BG -Stalag XVII-B
Stalag XII-A
Otto D. Mathis,
#6786
Donald K. LeGay
#6821
3729 S. Santa Fe.,
Joseph P. Bruckler
#6802
Constance M LeGay
#6822
Englewood, CO
1002 E. First St., McCook, NE
170 Shirley Rd., Lancaster, MA
Europe: Hospital @ Obermass-
Europe: 15 AF -Stalag XVII-B
Korea: 24 Div. -- Camp 5
feld & Meinengen
#6803
Jack R. Marshall
#6823
Leo Dyga
Raymond E. Porter
#6787
1239 Peck St. Apt ,Muskegon,MI
411 Park, Apt D,
6875 S. Lakeview, Littleton, CO
Europe: 15 AF, Stalag III-A
Burkburnett, TX
Pacific: 680 Avn. Ord. Co.
Europe: Stalag IV-B
'Donnell, Cabanatuan, Fukuoka
John A. Bigelow
#6804
17
Emily L. Bigelow
#6805
Harry A. Gilrane
#6824
110 San Juan Ave.
P o Box 667, Stonewall,l MS
Elmer T. Knudsen
#6788
Pacific: 60th CA --O'Donnell,
Albertson, NY
Shirley L. Knudsen
#6789
Cabanatuan, Hirahata, Nagoya #9
Europe: Stalag XVII-B
10819 Phillips Dr.,
Upper Marlboro, MD
Allton C Williams
Louis L. Betterton
#6806
#6825
Europe: 359 BS, 303 BG
Mrs Louis L Betterton
#6807
5118 Longridge,
Stalag VII-A, XVII-B
7130 Roxann Rd. Columbia, SC
Sherman Oaks, CA
Europe: Co M, 330 Inf.
Europe: Co H 2nd Bn, 141 Reg.
Zigmund J. Tytko, Sr #6790
36th Div
3182 W. 14th St.,
John E. Garner
#6808
Stalag V,VII-A, II-B,X-B
Cleveland, Ohio
Louise Garner
#6809
Pacific: USA -Japan, PI,
P o Box 401, Port Neches, TX
J. Craig Grover
#6826
Formosa
Pacific: 200 CA --Cabanatuan,
712 W. Harrison, Harlingen,T
Bilibid, Japan
Pacific: Signal Corp.
Ralph E. Haught
#6791
Cabanatuan, Bilibid, Hitachi,
11514 Colt Terrace
Ashio
Louis H. Weixelman
#6810
Silver Spring, MD
Cleona M. Weixelman
#6811
Europe: 8 AF,384 BG
RR 1,Box 24, Wamego, KS
Robert C. Wenger
#6827
Stalag XVII-B
Europe: 15 AF Hospital
6200 Marshall Rd.,
Centerville, OH
Lee S. Woodley
#6812
Europe: 5th Arm'd Div, 22
Wife of John C. Woodley #6685
Engrs. --Oflag 64, Luckenwald
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State Departments
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VETERANS, INC., Cmdr. Norval Tow, P.
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Tracy, CA 95376, PH: (209)835-4572.
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ston Salem, N.C. PH: (919)722-3842.
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Deboy, Box 464, Merrill, OR 97633.
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DIRECTOR
CONTACT THE ONE NEAREST YOU FOR ASSISTANCE
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Past National Commanders
(*Deceased)
Virgil O. McCollum
1948-49
R. W. Smith
1965-66
Kenneth W. Day
1949-50
Calvin Graef
1966-67
*John H. Walker
1950-51
D.C. Massey
1967-68
*Ray M. O'Day
1951-52
Charles P. Towne
1968-69
Robert W. Geis
1952-53
*John W. Lay
1969-70
William A. Berry
1953-54
Grady U. Inzer
1970-71
James S. Browning
1954-55
Juan T. Baldonado
1971-72
Roger D. Bamford
1955-56
Harold L. Page
1972-73
Walter A. Yosko
1956-58
Walt Pawlesh
1973-74
Leo J. Maselli
1958-59
D.C. Wimberly
1974-75
Paul R. Richter
1959-60
Joseph R. Perry
1975-76
*George F. Coates
1960-61
Melvin R. Madero
1976-77
Jack D. Warner
1961-62
Joseph G. Schisser
1977-78
Alex Salinas
1962-63
Joseph B. Upton
1978-79
*Pat Wheat, III
1963-64
Herman E. Molen
1979-80
Ralph Rodriguez, Jr
1964-65
Stan Sommers
1980-81
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Office of the
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Administrator
of Veterans Affairs
Veterans
VA
Administration
January 26, 1982
ADMINIS VETERANS 1930 YEARS SERVING VAL THE VETERANFOR
MEMORANDUM TO: Morton Blackwell
Special Assistant to the President
in the Office of Public Liaison
FROM:
O. Fielding Cochran
Associate Deputy Administrator for
Congressional and Public Affairs
REGARDING:
Formation of the Advisory Committee on
Former Prisoners of War
This is to notify you that Mr. Nimmo has selected members for
the statutory Advisory Committee on Former Prisoners of War.
Members of this newly-formed Committee will serve either two-
year or three-year terms. To comply with the intent of the law, the
members are in one or more of three categories: (1) former POWS;
(2) disabled veterans; or (3) recognized medical authorities in
fields pertinent to disabilities prevalent among former POWS,
including authorities in epidemiology, mental health, nutrition,
geriatrics, and internal medicine.
In selection of Committee members, we have received recommendations
from a variety of sources, including Presidential Personnel, Congress,
and veterans' organizations. After much consideration, Mr. Nimmo has
selected a group which will provide a good balance of viewpoints as to
the special problems faced by former POWs.
Attached is a list of people selected, along with brief
biographical information on each one.
Mr. Nimmo plans to announce these names to the press and to
members of Congress today.
Fielding Cochren
Non-Medical Members, Advisory Committee on
Former Prisoners of War
John P. Flynn
Retired USAF (Lt. General) ; Vietnam POW 5½ years;
Longwood, Florida
advisor to Air Force Association and NAM POWS;
member of National Security Committee, Veterans
of Foreign Wars (VFW) ; Chairman of VFW's Sub-
Committee on POW/MIA; member of Disabled American
Veterans; member of American Ex-Prisoners of War.
Lyle Pearson
World War II German POW; Past National Commander of
Minnesota
Disabled American Veterans; member, American Legion;
member, Veterans of Foreign Wars; member, Ex-Prisoners
of War, Inc.
Charles S. Prigmore
Professor of Social Work at University of Alabama;
University of Alabama
German POW World War II.
Samuel B. Moody
Retired USAF (Master Sergeant) ; Japanese POW World
Longwood, Florida
War II; founder of American Defenders of Bataan and
Corregidor and American Federation of Ex-Prisoners
of War; member, Air Force Association; author,
"Reprieve from Hell".
Edward Fisher
Korean POW; member, American Legion; National Senior
Massachusetts
Vice-Commander, Ex-Prisoners of War, Inc.
George Juskalian
U.S. Army Retired (Colonel) ; German POW World War II
California
(27 months) .
James Howie Warner
Retired USMC (Captain) ; Vietnam POW; shot down in
Plymouth, Michigan
North Vietnam.
Joseph A. Vater
Editor, "Quan"-American Defenders of Bataan and
McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania
Corregidor; Past National Commander, American
Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor; Japanese POW
World War II.
Stan Sommers
World War II veteran; served in Pacific on Bataan
Marshfield, Wisconsin
and Corregidor; career Navy man; POW in Philippines
for 2½ years and Japan one year; Past National
Commander of American Ex-POWs; Chairman of Wisconsin
American Legion for POWS-MIA.
Medical Members, Advisory Committee on
Former Prisoners of War
Calvin Kunin, M.D.
Chairman of the Department of Medicine at Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
State University; internationally known as an
expert in infectious diseases; Co-Chairman of
the Veterans Administration Infectious Diseases
Advisory Committee, pertinent since one of the
considerations of the POW committee will be the
long term effects of infectious diseases, parti-
cularly those found in Asia, and those diseases
prevalent in persons subject to starvation.
John Nardini, M.D.
Psychiatrist; Navy Medical Officer prior to
Washington, D.C.
World War II; captured at Bataan-Corregidor and
remained a prisoner throughout that conflict;
now in private practice in Washington, but main-
tains interest in forwarding programs for veterans,
especially those who were prisoners of war.
Paul Beeson, M.D.
Very distinguished physician and internationally
Seattle, Washington
famous as a gerontologist who is also working on a
special committee on Gerontology for the Veterans
Administration; Professor at Oxford University
Medical School before coming to the United States;
Editor, Journal of the American Society of Geriatrics.
Theodore E. Woodward, M.D.
Professor and Head, Department of Medicine, University
Baltimore, Maryland
of Maryland School of Medicine; World War II veteran
(U.S. Army) ; Advisor to the Veterans Administration
Agent Orange Policy Coordinating Committee.
George Christakis, M.D.
Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and
Miami, Florida
Public Health at the University of Miami School of
Medicine; consultant to the Veterans Administration
Clinical Advisory Group.