By Earl Simmerly
The American Legion of Bourbon, MO now has its own land, which was purchased on July 30 at the Alliance Title Co. in Sullivan, MO.
Pictured, left to right, Kim and Jim Bell are presenting the deed to Earl Simmerly, adjutant and spokesperson for Post 81, and Theresa Schatz, representing Alliance Title Co.
Post 81 plans are to build their first Legion post home. They were temporary charter January 1943 and full charter January 1947.
There will be a fundraiser on Fri., Aug. 13 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. with Karaoke in the Bourbon City Park. Bring your lawn chairs. Everyone is welcome.
The following day, Aug. 14 at 10 a.m., there will be a groundbreaking ceremony at the building site located on College St. across from the dentist office.
Photo by Auxiliary photographer, Dian Duwa