To promote respect for the Flag of the United States of America and to educate children about its History and Flag Code, Oneida Chapter initiated the following event to emphasize the importance of "Flying the Flag".

 
"Flag Flown Over The U.S. Capitol” presented by Oneida Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
Memorial Day Morning Program—May 20, 2009—Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, Utica, NY.

Pictured are teachers and students, grades one through three, reciting the “Pledge of Allegiance”.
In center of photo is the Thomas R. Proctor High School NJROTC
 

To motivate and reward exceptional displays of Patriotic Endeavor within our community, Oneida Chapter has launched a campaign titled......

                                                           ......"WE NOTICED!"

Here is how it works.... When a Chapter member observes an outstanding display of the American Flag by an area business/institution, a letter of congratulations entitled "We Noticed!" is mailed expressing our plaudits and admiration to that organization for reflecting a positive example in our community.  Too often we Americans take such formality for granted, and efforts such as these, to reaffirm respect for our national symbol, warrant special recognition.  Here are a few examples of some organizations that have received our Letter of Recognition.....

Utica Observer Dispatch

 
Oriskany Garage, Inc. Utica, NY

            
New Hartford Volunteer Fire Department                   Holland Farms Bakery & Deli

                                                                              
               St. Patrick's Church, Clayville, NY                                                   Wilde Wind Farm 

                                                                            
                      Forest Hill Cemetery                                                           McCraith Beverages Inc.
                       
                                                                           
                U.S. Materials Handling Corp.                                                     M&T Bank - Utica, NY

Oneida Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution would like to sincerely thank these area Businesses/Institutions for their inspiring displays of. . . .  

 . . . . . AMERICAN  PATRIOTISM
                               

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