An attempt is being made to contact the families of all the 343 Maine soldiers that were either POW/MIA/KIA. Anyone knowing of someone who lost a husband, father, or son in Vietnam is asked to contact Linwood Green, 359 Lakewood Road, Madison, ME 04950. Phone number is 474-0544; e-mail address is legtag@beeline-online.net; Web site is www.bair net.org/organizations/vva.

The plan is to scan pictures of each soldier, sailor or marine from baby until they died in Vietnam. The pictures will be put to music and make a PowerPoint presentation for the families at no cost.

A highlight of the Legion's recent Mid-Winter Conference was a surprise visit by Congressman Mike Michaud. He gave an update on the latest happenings in Washington, D.C. pertaining to veterans.

U.S. Representative Michaud was unanimously elected as chairman of the Veterans Affairs Committee which has jurisdiction over veterans' hospitals, medical care and treatment of veterans this past week. He has vowed to continue to work with veterans, the Department of Veterans Affairs and his congressional colleagues to fulfill the nation's promises to veterans and their families.

The Department of Maine headquarters office in Waterville is looking for a Legionnaire to work part-time for approximately 18 hours a week. This individual must have a background in or able to be trained in the following areas: public relations, conference, programs and other duties as assigned by the Department Adjutant. This will be a salaried position with a range of $200-$230 weekly. Anyone interested should send a letter stating background, qualifications and desire to hold the position to Department of Maine, P.O. Box 900, Waterville, ME 04903, Attn. Ron Sailor.

The details of the American Legion Dirigo Boys Sate program have been finalized. The dates for this year's program are June 16-21, 2007. Graduation will be on Thursday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. rather than Friday morning, as in the past. The program will be held at Thomas College in Waterville. Anyone who would like more information on the program should contact Headquarters at the address in the previous paragraph. A check-out of the program is available on the Web site www.mainelegion.org.

Last week's article on the Healing Field project of the Sons of the American Legion, Detachment of Maine reported the target date of Memorial Day. The correct date is Veteran's Day.

To clarify how the Maine Department classifies membership - Members who have not renewed by January 1 becomes delinquent; those not paid by February 1 are suspended.

Charles E. Sherman Jr., Post #36, American Legion's buffet breakfast on Sunday, January 28 was poorly attended. The next breakfast is scheduled for February 11.

Legionnaire John Druce reports that the latest issue of Gourmet Food Magazine states that a forgotten Maine seafood dish, Finnan Haddie, is making a comeback. Legionnaire Earl Brown's famous "Finnan Haddie" is served at Post #36's breakfast approximately every six weeks. In fact, it is on the menu for the February 11 breakfast. Come and enjoy a "treat."

Taps has sounded for yet another World War II veteran, Legionnaire Robert Irvine, a Post #36 member though he lived in Winthrop. Post #36 extends its sympathy to his family members.

District 7, the old Lincoln County, has a meeting scheduled for February 11 at 2 p.m. in the Damariscotta Post #42 meeting hall. All Legionnaires are welcomed to attend.