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Pendleton Eagle Valley News

Location

Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1917

Page

16

Adjutant General McCain Sets Flag Use Rules

Washington report outlines that General McCain clarifies there are no national civilian rules for displaying the flag beyond Army and Navy practices. He says laws against desecration of the flag apply to enemy aliens with potential arrest, while civilian display is governed by general practice, not federal mandate.

McCain Georgeh Martin United Free Staff Washington Army Navy Wilson

Flag Desecration and Display Rules Amid Memorial Day Customs

Article reviews federal and state rules on protective flag laws, penalties for dishonoring the emblem, and official display practices. It notes Adjutant General McCain publishing guidance on flag tradition, prohibition of false markings, and timing of flag half and full mast on Memorial Day and other Army designated dates.

General McCain urges flag display limits and proper handling

General McCain recommends the flag be used on a pole only for display and decoration, with strict guidance on horizontal or draped use. He states the flag should be central and top in parades, old or worn flags should be burned privately and respectfully, and the remarks are advisory, not authoritative.

McCain Washington

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