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Welcome to the home page of J. Wilbur Adams VFW Post 3404 1136 E. Atlantic Springfield, MO 65803 417-865-6929 |
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Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 7 P. M. at the Post.
Contact Information/Commanders notes and Chaplain's information
To contact Joe Price, our Quartermaster, please click Quartermaster. Quartermaster notes at bottom of page.
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The J. Wilbur Adams Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3404 was chartered 22 May 1966 with 44 members. It presently has over 375 members.
The objects of the Veterans of Foreign Wars are fraternal, patriotic, historical and educational; to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead, and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws: to foster true patriotism, to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom; and to preserve and defend the United States from all her enemies, whomsoever.
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Commander's News/Notes... (May/Jun 2009)
I want to give a special THANKS:in this newsletter to all the members who voted to replace the old flag poles with new ones. I know that $6,000.00 is a lot of money but we needed them in the worst way. If you have not seen the new flag poles—you need to take a look.
I am still hopeful that someday, with your donations, we will be able to repave the parking lot in front of the building. We have almost $4,000.00 in the account now. If you have not made a donation or if it has been a long time since you made one, please consider adding to the fund.
We have been adding 2-3 new members almost every month lately. It is really difficult for us to reach 100% each year but we are always trying to sign up new members. I think we are reaching some new members just because of the Veterans Café. Prospects come in to eat and then someone asks if they are eligible and then offers them an application.
The Clubroom has been showing signs of improvement the last couple of months. I'm very happy with that. Robert Hoffman, the newly voted in Manager is doing an excellent job. He has a drink special every Friday night and we have several people staying after dinner to play Keno, etc.
Be sure to look at the calendar and make note of happenings at the Post. Especially mark your calendar to attend a dinner or breakfast. You cannot get a better meal anywhere in town for the price. Also— mark off Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th for the Fish/Chicken Fry provided by the Men's Auxiliary. The food is wonderful and we always have a great time.
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Phone: (417)865-6929 Address: VFW Post 3404 1136 E. Atlantic, Springfield, MO 65803 Email: vfw3404@att.net
Let us hear from you soon or even better...come by and visit. I am at the Post every Friday and Saturday at 3:00 p.m. I will buy you a cup of coffee.
George R. Smith,
Commander VFW Post 3404
FROM THE CHAPLAIN'S CORNER...
If you know of someone who is ill, or in the case of bereavement, please bring it to my attention. You can call me at 417-827-2893 or at the Post at 417-865-6929. Don't be afraid to speak to the answering machine. Leave your name and number and I will get back to you. Kevin Young, Chaplain. (to email Kevin click on his name)