REVERE Vol.29, No.46 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net GO - RHS PATS - GO BEAT MELROSE!!! SEE PAGES 13 & 14 ADVOCATE Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 Friday, November 15 , 2019 DeLeo emphasizes meaning of democracy at Veterans Day ceremony By Christopher Roberson S peaker of the House Robert DeLeo proudly spoke about the liberties of the Land of the Free as the Revere Veterans Committee hosted the 15th annual Veterans Day Ceremony and Dinner Dance on November 10. “We had an election – think about that for a second,” he said. “People in other parts of the world can only dream about that; we live in the greatest country in the world.” DeLeo also spoke about Deborah Sampson, who under the guise of Robert Shurtleff of Uxbridge joined the Fourth Massachusetts Infantry Regiment during the Revolutionary War. During her time with the Fourth Massachusetts, Sampson led a raid that resulted in the capture of 15 British soldiers and took part in attacking a British fort during the Siege of Yorktown. Therefore, in recognition, the House recently voted to approve a bill to create a “special commission for the purpose of making Ureña also said 154 new rooms will be added for long-term care at the Chelsea Soldiers’ Home, adding that 220 units of affordable housing will be constructed for Massachusetts’s veterans. State Police Sgt. Daniel Clark – also known as The Singing Trooper – serenaded the crowd throughout the evening. He also shared a number of short stories, including one about rock and roll legend Elvis Presley, who served in the Army from March 1958 to March 1960. During his two years stationed in Germany, Presley achieved the rank of sergeant and received the Good Conduct Medal. Shown from left to right are Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo, Ward 5 Councillor John Powers, Councillor-at-Large-Elect Gerry Visconti and Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto during the 15th annual Veterans Day Ceremony and Dinner Dance at Beachmont VFW Post 6712 on November 10. (Advocate Photo by Christopher Roberson) an investigation and study of a suitable memorial to commemorate Deborah Sampson, a hero of the American Revolution.” Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans’ Affairs Francisco Ureña called attention to the fact that November 10 marked the 244th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Marine Corps. “It is a great day to be proud of the service to our country,” he said. Patriots outlast Wayland, advance to sectional final Travel to Melrose tonight in ‘Battle of Unbeatens’ By Greg Phipps A fter nearly two full quarters of football, it looked as if the Revere Patriots were going to romp to another easy victory last Friday night in the semifinal round of the Div. 4 North playoffs. The Patriots held a commanding 27-8 lead over the No. 3–seeded Wayland Warriors late in the first half but ended up having to stave off a rally by the visitors to hold on for a 4235 win at Harry Della Russo Stadium. PATRIOTS | SEE PAGE 14 VETERANS DAY | SEE PAGE 5 Our 80th Year EDUCATION Next Classes DRIVER 2 Week Night Class Nov. 18 1 Week Day Class Dec. 23 (school vacation week) CALL - ENROLL or Register Online 617-387-9121 HENRYSAUTOSCHOOL.COM EVERETT AUTO SCHOOL “Successful Key To Driving” Since 1938 Gift Certificates Available We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover AND AWAY HE GOES: RHS superstar quarterback Calvin Boudreau looks for a receiver in the Patriots, 42-35, hard fought win over Wayland last Friday, Nov. 8, at Della Russo stadium in the Division 4 North semi-final. The undefeated Pats play at Melrose tonight, Nov. 15, for a berth in the Super Bowl and Division 4 North championship. Let’s fill the visitors’ stands to support the players, coaches and cheerleaders. They deserve our support. (Advocate Photos by Greg Phipps) $2.45 GALLON GALLON $ 3.43 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 Price Subject to Change without notice
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