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“CPL. Charles,” a 4-year-old Sheltie, was selected mascot of the Ray Goding Post 88 American Legion Ladies Auxiliary at their October meeting at the post home in Presque Isle. Charlie was the therapy dog for Legion member Tony Palmer, who passed away in February. Charlie has visited the Maine Veterans Home and Cary Medical Center, both in Caribou. He attends Auxiliary meetings with Palmer’s widow, Helen, who is a member. Charlie also attends services at the Episcopal Church of the Advent in Limestone of which he is an honorary member of the congregation.