The winter of 1979 started brewing in January with numerous deaths in the Northern U.S., the Midwest and Europe attributed to record snowfalls and sustained zero and subzero temperatures. Continue reading
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National History and Formation
The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was a fraternal organization composed of veterans of the Union Army, US Navy, Marines and Revenue Cutter Service who served in the American Civil War. Continue reading
In October 1999, Parkway Estates in Marion was the scene of a World War II hero receiving a national award last week.
CW03 Arlie T. Sinks was presented the Living Legend Award from The Aviation Boatswain Mate Association from the past president and co-founder, Robert F. Gillen. Continue reading
The degree of Pocahontas was instituted in Marion, Illinois on September 24, 1904, with 39 charter members and in 1904 had a membership of 58. Continue reading
The Improved Order of Red Men traces its origin to certain secret patriotic societies founded before the American Revolution. Continue reading