In early June 1924, the Thomas Tucker Post No. 204, of the American Legion decided to place American flags along Main Street in observance of the 4th of July. It should be noted that American Legion posts nationwide were doing the same. They ordered 100 flags to be placed on either side of Main Street from the Elk’s Lodge to Weatherlow Street. The flags 4×6 would be attached to 12 foot metal poles and spaced at 30 foot intervals. When installed on July 3 the general consensus deemed it a wonderful improvement from the past, that consisted of haphazard placements of bunting and flags here and there.

The tradition continues. For over thirty years Susanville’s Rotary Club has taken over the role of placement of the flags. The flags are flown on major holidays and special events. Thank you Rotary Club!

Tim