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Flag Presentation to the Eastside English Lutheran Church Lutheran Pioneers
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Charles A. Peckham from the Togstad Glen Disabled American Veterans chapter presenting an American flag to the Eastside English Lutheran Church Lutheran Pioneers, a chapter (train) of the national youth organization that has 108 chapters in the United States. In the center is David Marotz, train leader; and at right is Rev. Karl G. Bast, pastor of the church and train chaplain. The flag was given in memory of Henry Jopke and Robert Larson, two Madison men killed in service.
February 23, 1961
Sroda, Richard
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Veterans Hospital
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Wisconsin legislators visit the Veterans Hospital in Madison.
Drums on Parade
July 9, 1961
The Veteran Patrol of Zor Shrine marching in the ninth annual "Drums on Parade" around the Capitol Square while carrying American flags.
Memorial Day
May 30, 1961
A Gold Star Mother shown holding her hand over her heart during the invocation at a Memorial Day service on the steps of the capitol.
Memorial Day
May 30, 1961
World War I veteran Edward J. Starr watches the Memorial Day service at the State Capitol while holding a small American flag. He is from a Menominee Indian reservation, Neopit, WI.
Bethel Lutheran Church Fund Drive Dinner
September 27, 1961
Bethel Lutheran Church launches a $860,000 fund drive for a church addition. A crowd of 1,800 attend the fund drive kick off dinner held at the Dane County Fairgrounds arena.
Mayor Schmedeman Shaking Hands
July 30, 1931
Mayor Albert Schmedeman shaking hands with Mrs. Togstad, in front of the Morris O. Togstad Chapter 2 Disabled American Veterans of the World War flag, with Roy T. and Nina Westbury looking on.
