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Carnival Poster - ca1970's
The outdoor poster advertised the annual carnival held at Crowe Park, sponsored by the American Legion
Centennial Monograph: Carnivals and Circuses
Before entertainment was available at the push of a button, the arrival of a carnival or circus in town would bring a little bit of excitement to quiet town life.
Certificate of Appreciation - 1987
American Legion Post 235 Auxiliary
A certificate presented to the Auxiliary for their active participation in the Prisoners of War/Missing in Action Program.
Sign by Jean Lewandowski and Florence R. Fisher
Sign by Jean Lewandowski and Florence R. Fisher
Certificate of Distinguish Service
Frank J. DeMars Post 235
The American Legion
A certificate given by the National Commander recognizing the Maynard American Legion Post prompt response to emergencies in 1936.
Dress Gloves and Shoulder Cord
American Legion Post 235
The single braided should cord and gloves where worn with the dress uniform at the Legion formal events.
File folder for the Frank J. DeMars, American Legion Post 235
And the "Leapin Lena"
The folder contains photos, newspaper articles and a history of the unusual car, "Leapin Lena" and other information, newspaper clippings and history of the American Legion.
Flag Retirement Ceremony - 1996
American Legion Post 235
Participants included: Daniel DeForge, Stewart Campbell, Guy Iannuzzo, Milton Lashus, Richard Marsden, Robert Marsden, Marge Iannuzzo, Raymond DeForge, John McDonough
Historian Reports 1981-1982
American Legion Post 235
A collection of letters, photos, newspaper articles and reports documenting the activities of the Frank J. DeMars Post for 1981 and 1982. Several pages shown
Honor Guard at Memorial Park
An honor guard from the American Legion Post 235 and other dignitaries salute the flag as part of a ceremony at Memorial Park on Summer Street. This is likely part of a Memorial Day or Veterans Day parade.
Front Row with rifles: left - Guy…
Front Row with rifles: left - Guy…
Honor Guard enters Glenwood Cemetery
Colors and honor guard enter Glenwood Cemetery as part of a Memorial Day observation and parade.
Second Row, 2nd from left is John Sebastyn, T. D. Murphy (holding the American flag), and Don Brayden (far right).
Second Row, 2nd from left is John Sebastyn, T. D. Murphy (holding the American flag), and Don Brayden (far right).
John Tobin (1925 - 1986)
"Mr. Maynard"
John Joseph Tobin was born in Maynard, April 17, 1925 to William Tobin and Mary Murphy Tobin. John attended Maynard public schools as a member of the Class of 1944 however he left school early to join the Navy in 1942 to fight in WWII. He…
Junior American Legion Maynard Mass. Post No. 235
Photo taken on steps of George Washington Auditorium.
Ladies Auxiliary Citation - 1968
American Legion Post 235
A Meritorious Service and Loyal Cooperation Citation in honor of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Frank J. DeMars, American Legion Post 235.
Signed by Ruth C. Jones and Stewart J. Campbell
Signed by Ruth C. Jones and Stewart J. Campbell
Leapin Lena History 1927 - 1996
American Legion Post 235
A history of the Leapin Lena from 1927 through 1996 documented by photos, newspaper articles and documents. Several pages shown
Leapin Lena in a parade on Main Street
Bill morril sitting in the front passengers seat.
Leapin Lena, an antique stunt car owned by the American Legion Post 235, is part of a parade on Main Street turning towards Sudbury Street.
Master Sargent Guy (Tut) Iannuzzo, Retired - 1995
Guy Iannuzzo served in the Air Force and was a Veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam.