The Scoop

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

First Name Last Name Address City, State Zip Code

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Ellis Agee, Jr. 1716 Timberidge Dr. Ypsilanti, MI 48198

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Ronald C. Allen 45116 Jeanette Belleville, MI 48111-2434

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Jack R. Baladamenti 368 Lyon Blvd South Lyon, MI 48178

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

John F. Baxter 2023 Collegewood Ypsilanti, MI 48197-1738

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Alice R. Bennett 880 Oleander Way #401 South Pasadena, Fl 33707

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Richard R. Bertoni 11022 Trinkle Rd. Dexter, MI 48130-9443

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Theodore P. Box 318 Silver Fox Dr. Milan, MI 48160-1297

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Scott Brooks PO Box 980391 Ypsilanti, MI 48198-0391

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Richard Burton 2531 Maplewood Ave. Ann Arbor, MI 48104-6629

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Fred Colby 3375 E. Michigan Ave. Lot 46 Ypsilanti, MI 48198-9458

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Scott A. Crispell 6177 N. Adams Belleville, MI 48111

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

William C. Crispin 9341 Whispering Pines Saline, MI 48176-9036

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Milton J. Davis 7275 Pierce Rd. Manchester, MI 48155

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Harvey F. Dethloff, Jr. 9670 Sharon Hollow Rd. Manchester, MI 48158-9671

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Herb Diehr PO Box 970718 Ypsilanti, MI 48197-0812

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Edward Dodd 23092 Walnut Dr. Chelsea, MI 48118

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Herman R. Douglas 324 Carmel St. Westland, MI 48185-6856

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Aaron S. Durbin 8126 Sterling Ct. Ypsilanti, MI 48197

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Carl R. Ebach 1356 Hull Ave. Ypsilanti, MI 48198

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Jim Farmer 1273 Fall River Rd. Ypsilanti, MI 48198

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Benny M. Farrugia PO Box 162 Belleville, MI 48112-0162

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Joe Fenech 7571 Mester Rd. Chelsea, MI 48118

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Edward J. Florence, Jr. 31535 Kinston Court Farmington Hills, MI 48336-4630

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Lester R. Forton 24655 Ward St. Taylor, MI 48180-2190

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Tracy L. French 7590 Roxbury Dr. Ypsilanti, MI 48197

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Anthony D. Gillum, Sr. 8875 Meadow Lane Ypsilanti, MI 48197

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Stephen S. Hanway 16511 17 1/2 Mile Rd. Marshall, MI 49068-9439

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

David Harris 549 Edgewood Blvd. Lansing, MI 48911

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Alfred F. Hegerich 5195 Pontiac Trail Ann Arbor, MI 48105

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Carl A. Heldt 1328 Heritage Ct. Grass Lake, NJ 49240

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

William A. Henderson 5530 Pine View Dr. Ypsilanti, MI 48197-8935

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Joe M. Hendrix 4920 Alden Lane Dr. W. Horn Lake, MS 38637

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

David P. Henning 5246 N. Kings Way Luther, MI 49656

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Ronald

Heslop

4374 Wailina St. Kihei, HI 96753

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

J. James Hiller 2646 Page Ct. Ann Arbor, MI 48104-6249

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

William M. Hogan PO Box 4 Azalia, MI 48110-0004

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Dennis R. Jewell 963 E. Hamburg Rd. Pinckney, MI 48169-9048

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Dreama K. Jewell 74 Walnut Belleville, MI 48111

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Norman C. Jewell 13761 Townsend Rd. Milan, MI 48160

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Richard B. Johnson 239 Oregon St. Ypsilanti, MI 48198-6035

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Paul L. Jones 2209 Delaware St. Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6150

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Colette D. Kenville 730 Brooks St. Ann Arbor, MI 48103-3160

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

James E. Kerley 600 W. Huron St. Apt. 324 Ann Arbor, MI 48103

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Jack R. Kerr 7580 Plymouth Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9317

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Owen R. Koch 842 Courtland St. Ypsilanti, MI 48197-1718

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Joseph Kognac III 16041 Morningside Northville, MI 48168

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Donald L. Kondor 8575 Acorne Milan, MI 48160-9509

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Ann-Marie Krcmarik-Cochenour 2751 Hidden Woods Dr. Canton, MI 48188-2479

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Michael J. Lawrie 45735 Purcell Plymouth, MI 48170-3638

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Jack R. Lousma 2722 Roseland Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48103-2137

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Robert A. Lutz 3966 Pleasant Lake Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48103-9628

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

David A. Martinez 10982 Stoney Creek Rd. Milan, MI 48160-9543

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Robert M. Mason 5360 Sutton Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9319

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Patrick M. McDevitt 109 Burton Ann Arbor, MI 48103

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Lenard E. McDougall 1200 Wilkinson Chelsea, MI 48118

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Thomas S. Monaghan 5140 Turtle Point Ann Arbor, MI 48106-0373

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Gordon Moore 2261 Glencoe Hills #2 Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3008

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Lori L. Mull 56 Salem Circle Saline, MI 48176

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Michael D. Murray 49390 Lincolnshire Ct. Canton, MI 48187-1123

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Fredrick Newcomb 967 S. Townline Rd. Sandusky, MI 48471-9012

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Wayne E. Newman 566 Kellogg St. #B Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4626

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Ralph Nodwell, Jr. 42121 Riggs Belleville, MI 48111-3082

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Joe J. Nowak 5910 Warren Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9426

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

William Nuckles 3996 9th St. Ecorse, MI 48229-1613

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Donald L. O'Dell 425 Chandler St. Chelsea, MI 48118

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

George Pappas 8554 Glendale Dr. Ypsilanti, MI 48198-3612

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

William B. Partin 1158 Fall River Rd. Ypsilanti, MI 48198

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Tamas I. Pattantyus 496 Colin Circle Ann Arbor, MI 48103

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Roger A. Peterson 1211 Whittier Rd. Ypsilanti, MI 48197-2151

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Roy P. Pistor 1136 Michigan Ave. Adrian, MI 49221-2582

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Shawn & Sharon Powell 66 Woodward Heights Pleasant Ridge, MI 48069

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Johnny (Gezim) Rapiki 1152 Dexter St. Milan, MI 48160

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

John J. Reinink 35032 Glen St. Westland, MI 48186

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Jack S. Rice 6564 Chase Wood Dr. N. Jupiter, FL 33458

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Richard Rice 3115 Grand Vista Milford, MI 48380

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Hardie L. Richardson 706 Ferris St. Ypsilanti, MI 48197-5305

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Marvin Rivers 13374 E. Old US 12 Chelsea, MI 48118

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Pastor S.L. Roberson 2474 Carriage Court Ypsilanti, MI 48197-7429

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Bruce D. Ross 6609 Milan Oakville Rd. Milan, MI 48160-9013

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

David A. Rumley 1557 West Chester Westland, MI 48186

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

John M. Schnur, Jr. 520 N. Wagner Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48103-2141

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Robert M. Schooks 457 Sumark Way Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6613

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

John Sebestyen 586 Terrace Lane Ypsilanti, MI 48198

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Susan R. Sheets 8444 Parker Rd. Saline, MI 48176

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Craig A. Sinclair 214 Brecon Dr. Saline, MI 48176-1189

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Gary Speer 126 Wilkinson St. Apt 1 Chelsea, MI 48118-1384

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Gerald Staton 3655 Santa Fe Trail Ann Arbor, MI 48108-2776

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Robert F. (Bob) Steglich 8537 Liverpool Ct. Ypsilanti, MI 48198-3612

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Victor A. R. Stevens 7258 Eaton Ct. Dexter, MI 48103-9818

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Philip W. Stokes 2504 Eagles Circle #2 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Louis L. Tabbert 7780 W. US Hwy 223 Adrian, MI 49221-8421

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Stephen H. Towery 1030 Arbordale Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48103-4676

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Douglas Tremewan 3465 Brentwood Ct. Ann Arbor, MI 48108

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Russell E. Upston 11601 22 Mile Rd. Mashall, MI 49068-9730

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Michael A. Vencil 4850 Wylie Rd. Dexter, MI 48130

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Charles E. Volker 40605 Lotzford Rd. Canton, MI 48187-4414

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Anthony S. Wade 11728 Kenton Dr. Whitmore Lake, MI 48189-9342

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Donald K. Wagner 697 Woodcreek Circle Saline, MI 48176-1178

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

David A. Wanders 7567 Werkner Rd. Chelsea, MI 48118

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

Page 2

The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

James E. Wesley 330 Barber Ave. Ann Arbor, MI 48103-2720

The Scoop
Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

December 2010

Officers:
Commandant
Norm Jewell 734.439.88929 Sr. Vice Pete Belaire 734.429.1055 Jr. Vice Ed Dodd

A Message from the Commandant

Fellow Marines! I wish you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday season! I also trust that all Marines had their fill of turkey this Thanksgiving, and remembered to celebrate our 235th Birthday. The New Year promises to be a great year with many activities planned. Our Detachment Officers are busy planning fundraising events and, hopefully, some social get-togethers. My mission as your Commandant this year is to increase membership attendance at meetings and to restore faith in our Detachment. We have some great Marines in this Detachment who I know are willing and able to Serve America in this Detachment. I look forward to meeting you at our next meeting in January, which is Thursday the Sixth of January. We have moved our meeting place to the Moose Lodge located at 5506 Stony Creek Road just south of the Whittaker and Stony Creek split. In Ypsilanti. Another objective that I have is for The Scoop to be published periodically through the coming years. Instead of once every three years, I would like to start with once every three months. I want to bring you the latest news about Marine Corps League functions and events, fundraising, activities at the VA Hospital, and news about individuals in our Detachment. On this note, I would like to close by letting everyone know that we lost a great Marine on November 14, 2010. Marine Charlie Volker has left us for another Duty Station where I am sure he is already organizing a Young Marine Detachment. We extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to Charlies family and friends. Semper Fidelis, Commandant Norm Jewell

Judge Advocate
Jim Kerley

Adjutant
Jim Wilbur 734.699.8870

Paymaster
Lori Mull 734.678.7855

Sgt. At Arms
Carl Ebach 734.485.9192

Jr. Past Commandant

Gordon Moore 734.277.3528

Senior Vice Commandant Notes

I am looking forward to serving the Washtenaw County Detachment as your Senior Vice Commandant. I want to encourage all Marines to take an active interest in their Detachment by getting involved at meetings, or events. The coming year is going to be a challenge for all of us. We need help working our fundraising events: in June, 2011 we have the Milan Fair and Strawberry Festival, in August, 2011 we have the Dexter Daze and Heritage Festival, and in September, 2011 we have the Clinton Fall Festival. We have our work cut out for us. Historically, we have held a raffle with the drawing made at the Heritage Festival. Last year we broke tradition and drew the winners at the Clinton Fall Festival. I am seeking input on this question, Should we draw at the Heritage Festival or Clinton Fall Festival? Another question is, Should we continue with the shotgun and rifle raffle? Come to our next meeting and help us decide. Semper Fi, Pete Belaire Senior Vice Commandant

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The Scoop
Junior Vice Commandant
To my fellow Marines: The Corps has always been the first to step up when needed or asked so I have a question - Where are you on the first Thursday of each month at 1900? I have been looking over our Duty Roster and see that we have a total of 104 paid members and yet we have a hard time achieving 10 members at the meetings and even less that work at the fundraising events during the year. It is time to step-up and contribute to the Detachment. I look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting on 8 January. We are meeting at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti. We are interested in expanding our membership, so if you know a Marine, send him my way for orders. I also encourage all members to keep their dues up to date. See me if you are interested in a Life Membership. We can review pricing. Oooooh-Raaah! Ed Dodd Junior Vice Commandant

Scratchings from the Pound Keeper

What or Who are the Devil Dogs? A very simple answer, we are the Fun and Honor Society of the Marine Corps League. But, we are actually more than that. We support the League in all that they Inside Story Headline all the do. We help out at functions that the League does and locally we do more because we do the Toys for Tots for Ann ArborYpsilanti area with the local Director being Marine Tony Gillum. And when he request help, please help him so that we can have successful fun at Toys for all kids in our area. We also will be having a lottery of a crossbow and bolts, plus other merchandise related to the crossbow as soon as we can get a license from the State of Michigan. We need more loyal Marine Corps Leaguers to join the Dogs. All you have to do is be in the League for a period of one (1) year, and be recommended by a Dog. We meet on the last Sunday of the Month at 1800 at the Moose Club. I would love to see almost all oo the Leaguers join the Devil Dogs. We need you and you need us. I am inviting all of you to come down the last Sunday of this month to the Moose Lodge and see who and what we do. Semper Fi and Woof Woof to all of you. PDC James Kerley

Once a Marine, Always a Marine.

It cannot be inherited, nor can it ever be purchased. You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent and it cannot be lent. You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood and lives. You own it forever. The title United States Marine. Civilians cannot and will not understand us because they are not one of us. The Corpswe love it, live it, and shall die for it. If you have never been in it, you shall never understand it.

Merry Christmas Marines! & Happy New Year!

In MemoriamCharles E. Volker
ble for starting the Canton Young Marines in 2004 where he worked with the youth of tomorrow. Ninety minutes before Charlie passed, he acted as the Choir Director while friends and family sang the Marines Hymn. For those who knew Charlie, he will be missed. Charles E. Volker was 83 when he passed as a result of complications from ALS. Marine Volker served as Department Commandant for the State of Michigan from 2002 to 2004. He earned Marine of the Year in 2005 by a vote of his peers. Marine Volker served his community by being a Livonia Auxiliary Police Lieutenant, and is responsi-

Washtenaw County Detachment 414 of the Marine Corps League Wolverine Dawgs Pound 314

PO Box 971132 Ypsilanti, MI 48197

James & Joan Wilbur 25 Menlo Park Dr. Belleville, MI 48111