Religion: Armistice Week

The Y. M. C. A. and the International Sunday School Association have been largely responsible for a growing popularity of " Father and Son " week. Since 1917 the week of Lincoln's birthday has been reserved for " Father and Son," with special services in churches and Y. M. C. A.'s, banquets, games and outings. The date has now been changed to Nov. 11-18, centering the movement in Armistice Day. Many silent fathers and sons are thus fittingly included.

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