Local Veterans Gather for Solemn Recognition on November 11

By Levi Southworth
Bill Keyser, Ron Evans, Bill Leber, Levi Southworth, Rick Southworth, and Don Clendenon, all members of American Legion Crosby Post 101, and guests gathered at the Proctor Green Memorial site on November 11 in recognition of Veterans Day. Commander Bill Leber read Proclamation 3367 (presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/proclamation-3367-veterans-day-1960), given by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on Veterans Day of 1960, followed by a prayer offered by Don Clendenon. “11th day of the 11th month on the 11th hour” represents the ending of World War I. Photo: Nicole Southworth