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Wll.MKT'lr, UFB. FRIDAY. l-'KBRUARY 1, 1924 LEGION APPEALS FOR SUPPORT OF CITIZENS (Continued from page 1) a legion post was evidenced in the few present on that Memorial day. The question is very clear--who is going to carry on their ideals and deal with the problems and conditions em- anating froni the last war. Scout Clan Id«a "The work of the American Legion at Wilmette has, since its organiz- ation, been carried on by just a hand- ful of men who in their hearts desire and wish to see the work carried on. This desire is actuated from many sources. When the American Legion was organized in France, it was for the purpose of keeping alive that prin- ciple of Americanism and Democracy which caused us to step in when we did. In our own community we so often hear and feel that this Wilmettr Post No. 46, is only for a few and that probably a greater membership was not desired. The fact remains, how- ever, that we as a post are operating on the same principle of Democracy, and not partisan principle. If we are to continue and carry out the principle as above outlined it is perfectly ob- vious that all those who did partici- pate in the WtfrftTwar, should affili- ate themselves with us, for if we do continue just as a few it is only reasonable to suppose Wilmette Post is cJanish. It is our--e-ar-nest desire to remove Any such condition, if it ever existed, and for this reason we are en- deavoring to reach everybody eligible to membership and to convince them of the Legion and Posts sincerity of purpose. Have Accomplished Much "We have as a post, done much . good work. Wjiile no public reports have been made, the files of the Legion will be opened at the request ---of any citizen su debit ing^iid we can show where we have accomplished much in the matter of co-operation with the national and state head quarters and with various movements in the village. Our service work and relief among needy ex-service men is worthy of comment and at a later date we shall be pleased to go into detail and recite some actual cases "Wh'efe~^lTr~ servMoe "and relief depart- ment was instrumental in setting men and their families, who felt that they had been forgotten, on their feet with medical attention and oThcr items and sent them happy and with a new de- sire to again take a real hold nn Ufe we have much to do in this direction for those who are strll living the war in various hospitals and asylums. "The Legion is not a partisan organ- ization, nor can it be used for partisan purposes. The individuals' views and feelings in matters political, botlj local and national^arc respected and are,and will continue to bp sorcrrnrnmn to man basis. Collectively, the Post stands for 100 per cent Americanism; for the bet- terment of conditions which affect our daily life and the maintenance of the conduct and respect of each of its members toward his or her Govern- ment arid all forms of recognized law and order. At the present writing there is rife the pro and con of the adjusted compensation- bilk Among ourselves--and speaking for all of us --we have our viewsr Naturally, it must be assumed that the preponder- ance of opinion and talk amongst .Legion roen-must-be-for-this hill, but there are those, on the other hand, who are not. and whose arguments substantiating their position are just a* clear and concise and worthy of consideration, as the opinions of those who are for the bill. This, we re peat, is the individual, but as for the Legion as a whole and speaking for Wilmette Post, we abide by our Con- stitution and express as a body no comment for or against matters of political significance, local or other- wise. Foster Community Spirit "We wish to foster and promote tlje development of a community s» , r , t - The membership must naturally be of the younger blood and, banding our- selves together as we have done and going ahead on the principles of fair dealing and the purpose of fitting our- selves in our daily walk in life to take the places of those in the community who must some day lay down their work, they knowing and satisfied that their successors are fit morally, men- tally and last but in no wise least, Americans by virtue of constructive ideals and thinking. "This letter is also intended for the residents of the village in general. We need your support and help. We want you to feel that this is not my Legion or your Legion, but our Legion and that everything which we do col- lectively or individually, will tend toward the realization of some of the things which Wilmette Post hopes to accomplish. As humans, we have er- red in the past but the personnel of the Legion ior 1924 is going to profit^ from these mistakes and carry on with a constructive program in keep- ing with the desires and wishes of the community at large. Therefore we, are appealing to those who should be members of the Legion and who have not as yet joined us, and to those who are on. our .rostftv-but-inactive, to share the burden with us and assume some responsibility as individual members. The first step is. to give us your sup- port-from an active membership stand- point. Wilmette Post No. 46 of the American Legion, wishes to take its place alongrwith the other recognized organizations in our village that have done so much, and are still doing so much for the promotion of our com- munity interests. To do this-vve must have active blood, active members who have the Legion spirit a4 heart and who really feel that this (great organ- ization, in so far as Wilmette Post is -concerned, must survive. "You members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Hospital service, you wives and sweethearts, fathers and mothers, brothers and sisters who read this and know of someone in your immediate family or circle of friends to whom this particularly applies-- may we ask that you call this to their attention, thus assisting us in the work which we have just started, namjibA to increase the membership of Wilmette Post No. 46 of the American Legion; second, to makc-e-v-e-r-y••member, where- evcr possible, an active member; and third by action and word of mouth of the Leginn an n whole and as individ- uals, to make Wilmette proud of its Legion post and its membership and willing in every respect to co-oper- ate and help in carrying on the work which we arc about to start and earnestly carry on. Big Plans for 1924 "We 'have fttff pThnT fnr 10¾--^. ..o- to everybody and will be both • :,M tabling and educational. Uur r.,,],! to draw from is Urge and from •j, spirit so far evidenced it is only ,,,, -unable to assume that the village will KO along with us. We must and will build good-will into this memorial and all Legion activities. -We wish to publicly thank those who in the past have been of such valuable assistance to us, to all past commanders and officers, and to those who, we hope, during 1924 will feel that it is their privilege and duty to assist Wilmette Post. We have a big undertaking and if it is to be left to the tew alone, the burden will be heaw, but if those who can and will, share" a small burden allotted to them, wf shall and will accomplish things which will make the Village of Wil- mette proud to know that amongst them thev have an American Legion post which stands for all that is good and true and for the promotion and well being of its members, and above all striving to make the community a better place in which to live. Wilmette Post No. 46, American Legion, By R. C. Wessel. chairman. Executive Committee: Ralph C. Wessel, chairman, Lea J. Qrr, post commander, C. C. Rennacker, adjutant, Arthur Meyers, vice-commander, H. L. Flentye, Jr.LjVnance officer, Elvih Bailey7 sgT-at-arms, Charles Dahncke, director, R. M. McKerchar, past commander." "We're at Main and Wilmetti" "Come in this evening and try one of our app* tizing meals r THE SHERI DAN CAFE Merchant's Lunch Served from 11:30 to 2 CLEANING DYEING "Your dress suit may look a little bit old. Bring it in--or we'll call for it--and when we've cleaned it and pressed it, it will be as good as new." REPAIRING HEMSTITCHING DeLuxe Cleaners 1105 Central Ave. Phone Wilmette 0M advisofy" committee of citizens is in the process of organization with the view in mind of devising ways and means of erecting in this community a memorial to those comrades who have answered the last roll. This is a big undertaking and in discussing the matter, along with our policy in general, among ourselves, it became certain in our minds that the past policy and program of-confining this activity to the Legion alone, was wrong and that, in view of other plans which directly concern the citizens in this village, that-the goodwill co- operation of the village authorities and citizerfs, was absoluteiy-necessary^Thfr desirable if the purpose was to be accomplished. It was also realized that in so doing the village, as a com- munity, would be drawn directly into the activities of the Legion, to become in a measure part of it. Our social activity will also include the citizens of the village. We will endeavor in our programs, from time to time, to provide such entertainment as will be High School Cagers . ... Defeat Deerfieldians The New Trier heavyweight cagers won their initial league game of the sea son with a 23-17 victory over Deerfield's, five, while New Trier lightweights dropped a fast tilt to the Deerfield pon- ies. 28-23, Starting out with the same team ,that played in the Oak Park game, the heav- ies- piled trp a--H-4"lead-TTWheHtfst~half7 Their floor work was running along so smoothly that Deerfield had a hard time stopping them, In the second half New Trier was content to hold a safe lead throughout. "Reefy" Whitsett played a good game at forward, scoring ten points with four baskets and two free throws, while Dyer led the Deerfield shooters with the same number. The Deerfield lights proved too fast for New Trier, the locals never being able to stop the opposition's accurate passing and shooting. New Trier hadi a lead of ;5"-'4"fonr short while in the first period7"but Deerfield held the uper hand at the end of this quarter 9-4, and from then on never lost the lead. Jurist Will Speak at Lincoln Program Here Judge Phillip Sullivan of the Cir- cuit COlirt TWttl^hC the. npt'aleeg„.j.t-^|- WfilfoTH - Memorial program to be given Tuesday evening, February 12, by Outfmette Council, Knights of Col- umbus at Jones hall, Wilmette. In his address Judge Sullivan will comment on the life and influence of the Great Emancipator, and--enlarge upon the subject of Americanization. A U T O M O V I E <*5t THE LINDEN DELUXE GARAGE J V3 We arc reliable auto folks and we sell dependable supplies. It will help your car's performance and improve your own temper to buy your accessories here. Our prices are abbreviated to a common sense margin. PHONE 504 WI LMETTE 5cE S A d7\"112 LI NDEN Ave OPP. L . T E R MI N A L Sat urday' s Speci al s Holland Blue Willow Cups and Saucers . 25c 10 qt. Aluminum Dish Pan 98c 1¼ qt. Aluminum Double Boiler ,. 89c 011 Mop, good quality white cotton yarn, black enamel metal head, 48-inch handle, each in Ktho can 49c Wilmette 5, 10 and Variety Store 1141 GREENLEAF AVE. Evantton lo Cleneoe Shop 1124 Greealeaf Ave. Pb<me Wfl. IIS F.NtehlUHed IMMt A. C. WOLFFS TIN SHOP Furnaces and Repairs Cleaning end Repairing GUTTERS. SPOUTS. SKY. LIGHTS, TILE, SLATE AND LEAKY ROOFS T>r»oaal inptrvlntoa , (avrrrd hy Wnrkmm'a CM. peeaattaa lamraeee Office SO? Main St. Phone Wil. ZfC 635 MAI N STREET 1135 CENTRAL AVE. Phone 159 635 Main Street Store No. 1 Qua l i t y Fruits and Vegetables Whe n busi ness shows a consistent growth, it's the best of quality, plus price that gives to the cus- t omer the most for the dollar expended. That' s why this store grows. Phoae 154 1135 Central Ave. Store No. 2 7 Wi t h quality as the first consideration i n the pur- chase of your fruits and vegetables, it behooves every housewife to take advantage of our unusual- ly low prices.