Tattered U.S. Flags

Surely I cannot be the only person in Woodstock who notices the tattered condition of the U.S. Flags on flag poles around town.

Today's attention is to the U.S. Flag at the Moose Lodge on Clay Street. Drive by and take a look at that flag. This flag has needed replacement for quite some time. Why doesn't it happen?

Don't any of the Mooses (Meese?) ever look at the flag when they enter or leave the building?

If you know someone who is a member of the Moose Lodge, how about asking him to have the old flag removed and a new one raised?

Tattered U.S. flags should be folded respectfully (not just bunched up and tossed in a plastic bag from a local store) and delivered to the V.F.W. Lodge on Throop Street. They have a box out front (like a mailbox) where flags can be placed. Periodically, the members will conduct a formal ceremonial burning of old flags. This is done with great respect for the flag of our country.

If your children or you are interested in the ceremony, contact the V.F.W. and inquire whether it is possible to observe the final honoring of flags after they are taken out of service.

I would like to express my appreciation to the Woodstock Post Office and American Community Bank for the prompt replacement of tattered flags at both locations. Thanks!