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Show FLAG DAY IN OGDEN. On June 14. 1777, the continental congress, in session in Philadelphia adopted the Stars and Stripes as the emblem of the new republic Then; followed the many battles of the Revo lutionary wai to sustain that flat j Again the flag was atUicked In 1813 and in 1846. and in 1861. but always J the forces back of It were successful In 1U17 the Hag was unfurled .a iroaa the ocean' once more its defenders triumphed. It never has met with de feat. Today Americans, proud or the hi-lory hi-lory of their flag, should fly the Star? and Stripes from the highest pol- on the tallest buildings and plate ihe emblem on their homes, i The flag is an assurance of jus i Ice to all and unlimited opportunities fof those who are ambitious. ! it is a flag lor the people of all count l ies. Under its folds, those bom ! in foreign lands and seeking its pro-tectlon, pro-tectlon, have found a greater field o favor than if they had remained in j the places of their nath It;. American and foreigner alike should resolve on this day to help keep the i flag free from stain. |