Fourth of July Encounter at Sea with Shenandoah Clipper
A U S Navy crew returning from Japan on Independence Day spots the Shenandoah out of Bath approaching in the Pacific. The two ships exchange cheers as the clipper sails within a hundred yards, dipping flags and firing shouts in a vivid display of shared patriotism.
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Japan
United States
China Station
Yokohama
Honolulu
mid-Pacific
Bath
Shenandoah
Deere
Fourth of July Menu and Festive Decor Tips
A detailed July Fourth menu and table decor ideas feature red white and blue candle arrangements and chandelier sprigs. Suggested dishes include Little Neck Clams and Roast Lamb with decorative watermelon and pineapple sherbet served in fruit shells. Contained quotes from Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph and Harlem Life.
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Pittsburg
Firecrackers and their ancient Chinese origins
The firecracker, widely used in the United States for celebrations, is a Chinese invention. It was perhaps used in prehistoric China to frighten away evil spirits and remains tied to ceremonies in parts of the Celestial Empire. The United States is the largest buyer, with England purchasing a smaller amount.
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China
Flowery Kingdom
Celestial Empire
United States
England
Liberty Tree
Finest Play That Floats and Fourth of July Pride
A Fourth of July reflection honors the American flag as the sun rises and firecrackers echo. Citizens recall they belong to the greatest republic and feel pride as the stars and stripes fly above.
Flag demand holds firm despite economy
Manufacturers note Fourth of July orders arrive a month ahead and they rush to fill them. They say while times may be hard the demand for flags rarely lessens, and patriotism persists even with little money.
Millions of Flags Vanish Each Year Across the Nation
The piece notes that 3,050,000 flags are purchased annually in the United States while about 1,100,000 flags disappear. It mentions individuals such as Mr. Isaacs and Ram Lal, who allegedly send flags into the "cold, clear Light," with little known explanation.
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United States
Mr. Isaacs
Ram Lal
Patriotic Fourth of July Celebration in Washington 1825
The 1825 Fourth of July in Washington featured national salutes by Captain Corcoran’s Columbian artillery and Washington artillery on the Capitol heights. The day included parades, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, an oration by Asbury Dickens, and a large crowd at the executive mansion. Celebrations occurred at Columbia and Georgetown colleges and Arlington under Mr George Washington Parke Custis, with toasts, dinners, and fireworks concluding the festivities.
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W. W. Corcoran
Columbian Artillery
Georgetown
Washington Artillery
Capitol
Caleb Buckingham
National Intelligencer
National Journal
National Volunteers
M. Larner
I. Ewell
Columbian Yagers
FE. Guttschleck
Washington Cavalry
Timothy W. Andrews
Washington Guards
Seaton
R. I. Lanphier
Marion Rifles
William B. Randolph
President's
Jackson Square
Tr. Hawley
Daniel Brent
Asbury Dickens
Executive Mansion
Journal
Columbia College
C. W. James
Georgetown College
Alexander Dimitry
Arlington
George
Washington Parke Custis
Worthington
James Barbour
Secretary of the Treasury
Mr. Rush
Commodore Bainbridge
General Mecomb
Captain Kuhn
Charles W. Goldsborough
Richard J. Coxe
Henry Untt
Robert Getty
John Potts
Gardiner
Cales
Custis
Dickens
Clarke
Andrews
Poplar Grove
Navy Yard
Lepreux
John Jay's Liberty and Union Pledge Amid Civil War
A July 4 1861 quote attributed to John Jay calls Americans to renew the oath defending liberty and union. It urges citizens to endure slavery and European jealousy threats and to keep one country one constitution one destiny, guiding successors against despotism.
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John Jay
Amerfean Republic
Johnnie and the Fireworks Night Fright
Johnnie sneaks fireworks to bed against his mother and Uncle Ned. In the night the blue sky rockets and firecrackers come to life and threaten a grim rooftop fate, but an awakening ends the dream with a Fourth of July cannon roar.
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Mamma
Ned
Uncle Ned
Ife
Gran’ther
Trecracker
Ferce
Mace
Jalmie Wes
Johnie
Gran
Gran'ther
Johonte
Tie
Ile
Mr. Punk
Nora
Johnnle
Jolonie
Firecracker Making in China Described by American Consul
An American consul in China details crude methods used by native workers to roll, compress, and fuse firecrackers. The process uses straw paper, improvised machinery, clay end plugs, cheap powder, and fuses. Workers include many women and children earning small daily wages under long hours and risky conditions.
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China
Chicago Times-Herald
Fourteenth of July Conversation Between Father and Son
A wounded man and his son reflect on the Fourth of July while the father recovers. The boy asks if such celebrations existed in his father's youth and how long the holiday has been observed. The father recalls past celebrations and notes patriotism persists despite injuries as rest is needed.
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