On Veterans' Day, November 11, Charles E. Sherman Jr., Post #36 had its annual Flag Burning Ceremony disposing of worn out flags. The Post was privileged to have the assistance of Brownies from troops #2141 and #2142, Junior Girl Scouts from #648 and Girl Scouts from

given to each of the scouts.

Speaking of the above event, the Post particularly wants to recognize and thank member Barry Sherman. He not only set up all the burning equipment but cleaned up and stored it after the ceremony.

Post #36 is hosting another of its buffet breakfasts at its hall this coming Sunday, November 20, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. The menu is included in the "What's Happening" column of this edition of the Register. Your patronage will be appreciated.

There are more than 25 million veterans in the U.S. but fewer and fewer in Congress. Of 100 Senators, 31 served on active duty or in the reserves with just eight who saw combat. In the house, 110 out of 435 are veterans, but just 29 saw combat. The vet total adds up to just over 26 percent of both houses -- a big drop from 1978, when it was 77 percent. Does it matter? Congress approves funds for the Veterans Administration. This is one reason why veterans should join the American Legion, the strongest voice for veterans -- it's the numbers that count.

Sending a holiday package to a military person overseas? Officials at the Military Postal Services Agency in Washington are recommending deadlines for sending mail from the U.S. as follows:

--Parcel Post -- Nov. 12

--Space available -- Nov. 26

--Parcel airlift mail -- Dec. 3

--Priority and first class letters and cards -- Dec. 10

--Express mail military service -- Dec. 19

This year's patient Christmas party at Togus will be the same as last year, with each organization being responsible for a different section of the facility. The American Legion, Auxiliary and SAL are assigned to Unit 73. All volunteers are asked to sign-in at Building 207, Dirigo Recreation Center at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 11, where coffee will be served. The party will begin in Unit 73 at 2 p.m. Each patient will be given a Christmas gift. Light refreshments, beverages, coupon books and small gifts will be delivered to the wards. All members of the Legion family are encouraged to participate in this annual festivity for hospitalized veterans. If more information is needed, call the recreation office at 623-8411, ext. 5329.

Post #36 held its monthly meeting at its hall on Monday, November 14. The same night, Lincoln County Legion, led by Commander Wall, held its meeting at Post #36. Items of general interest were:

--The Department of Maine's organization, Post, County, District and Department is to change in 2006. County and District become one -- Lincoln County becomes District 7. To work out the planning, county commanders are to gather on Sunday, January 22.

--A letter from the Department of Louisiana was read thanking Post #36 for their donation.

--The Boothbay Harbor Lions Club presented Post #36 with an Honor Roll of World War II veterans that was originally hanging in the old West Boothbay Harbor school.