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LOCKE MILLS Jackson-Silver Post 68, American Legion, plans to host its Memorial Day 2021 ceremonies in the parking lot at 595 Gore Road on Monday, May 31.
The day will begin at 9:15 a.m. with a welcome by Post 68 Cmdr. Harry Orcutt, followed by a prayer by Post 68 Chaplain Dan Grover. Adj. Kelly Bickford will play “National Anthem” on car radio.
Following a reading of the Soldiers Prayer, the 91st Psalm, Unit 68 Legion Auxiliary will introduce the Poppy Girls. Poppies are available by donation at the table in front of memorial bench.
After more music, Unit 68 Legion Auxiliary will place flowers on North Pond, the commander will place a flag at the veterans silhouette in front of Post 68, and Unit 68 Legion Auxiliary will place a wreath at the Post’s veterans monument in front of Great Hall.
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Members of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3335 in Jay prepare to distribute Christmas packages in Jay. From left are John Dube, David Lachapelle, Jim Manter and Cmdr. Don Frechette. Gary Desjardin, chairman of Franklin County Special Olympics, assisted in the project.
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Dwindling membership is an issue many veteran organizations are facing statewide and those nestled in Western Maine have not been immune.
Several members of Mundt-Allen American Legion Post 81 in Bethel gathered at the local airport to discuss issues facing the American Legion. A big problem, and one that has plagued organizations nationwide, is building and maintaining membership. Once enjoying more than 100 active members, Post 81 is now at 66. The decline has occurred over 20 years.