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June 14 is Flag Day and it appears that Ada is decked out in red, white and blue

Photos and story by Monty Siekerman

Clair Romick stands beside cutouts he made for a patriotic display at his home on the southwest corner of W. Lima Ave. and Klingler Rd. Tomorrow, June 14, is Flag Day. Romick served in the Navy during the Korean War.

For other photos of those who fly the flag daily, see the six photos at the end of the story. The photos were all taken a couple of days ago at homes on Christopher Circle.

Here's where to find those Christopher Circle flags:

• 912, 915, 920, 927, 932, 1014

Flag Day facts
Tuesday, June 14, is Flag Day. Here are some facts about the day:
•  it is observed the same day each year, June 14.
• it is not a national holiday.
• it is a time to reflect on our freedoms, reaffirm our belief in liberty, justice, and our nation's unity.
• the flag was adopted by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777.
• the stars represent each state, the 13 stripes the colonies.
• President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the first Flag Day in1916.
• Flag Day became official by an Act of Congress in 1949.
• can you name Flag City (hint...it lies a half hour northeast of Ada).
• several other countries have their own Flag Day.

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