American Legion Auxiliary Minutes,

May 2023

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The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 34, met Monday, May 15, 2023, at the American Legion building with seven members present: Jan Clark, Melinda Clark, Mildred Rhoades, Janet Schmidt, Beverly Staggs, Vicki Stewart, and Lola Williams.

The Colors and the Mia flag were in place and the opening prayer was given by Janet. In memory of our dead a moment of silence was given. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and the Preamble of the Constitution of the American Legion Auxiliary were repeated.

Bev called roll and read the minutes of the meeting. Mildred stated the minutes were approved as corrected.

Treasurer Lola gave the treasurer’s report.

Treasurer’s report was approved as read.

Old Business: Lola reviewed the meeting with two classes at school. The Poppy Books was read. Margaret showed the pictures and Lola read the book. Poppies were passed out to each of the students and the teachers.

New Business: Melinda stated that the dedication to the flag will be Monday, May 20, 2023,