Sheldon, Iowa — Sunday is Loyalty Day, a date set to counter “May Day” or “International Workers Day,” which has come to be seen as a communist commemoration.
International Workers’ Day, also known as Labor Day in most countries (with the notable exception of the US) and often referred to as “May Day,” is a celebration of laborers and the working classes that is promoted by the international labor movement and occurs every year on May 1st.
May Day has been a focal point for demonstrations by communist groups. In 1947, May 1st was established as “Loyalty Day” by the U.S. Veterans of Foreign Wars as a way to counter communist influence and recruitment at May Day rallies. Loyalty Day was celebrated across the country with patriotic parades and ceremonies, however, the growing conflict over U.S. involvement in Vietnam detracted from the popularity of these celebrations.
Normally, the Sheldon Avenue of Flags is placed for Loyalty Day. But due to forecasted inclement weather this Saturday, there will be no Sheldon Avenue of Flags this weekend. No volunteers are needed.
