Fourth of July loses some of the old glitter
In a reflective piece by FRANK MACOMBER the evolving meaning of Independence Day is explored. The author notes fewer large town parades and official celebrations, a shift toward fireworks displays, and the lingering, yet quieter, patriotic observances across the Midwest and nation amid changing times and war-era memories.
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John Adams
America
Midwest
Eorgiil Fen
Wheaton
Chicago
Northside Park
Glen Ellyn
Dave Stamp
Wheaton Daily Journal
Forrth
Washington
Washington Monument
Billy Graham
Europe
United States
Jack
Duffield
Theatle-Duffield Fireworks, Inc
Routh
H US
Federal Food and Drug
Aumpinistralion
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Biwabik Fourth of July Parade Draws Nation's Oldest Show
Biwabik hosts a long running Fourth of July celebration with 25,000 attendees and 2,000 participants. The Calithumpian Parade dominates the day, offering over 600 in prizes and attracting Iron Range groups, with air show stunts from Duluth AFB and visits to Embarrass Lake for games. The event, dating to 1907, draws crowds from nearby towns and features a historic parade, civic humor, and plans for a 1976 Bicentennial celebration.
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Pepe
Ie Bios
Main ‘Street
Biwabik
Virgina
Bubl
Aurora
Gilbert
Elwabik
Duluth Air Force Base
Fiere
Iron Range
Tall City
Main Street
Sam Lacari
Mormon Church
Forth
Touisiana
Radio career echoes from a 1950s era drift
The interview recalls early radio days of a performer born in Flagstaff Ariz who hosted a 1000 watt station KUPH and later pursued television. He sought mentorship from Chet Huntley in California, faced scarce openings for Black jockeys, and shifted toward a broader media path including public service work and education funding debates.
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Fillek
Asd
Flagal Arig
Chet Huntley
Los Angeles
California
Rites
Huntley
Déngha
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Harder RD
Hayward
National Science Fouvdation
University of Minnesota
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Riles
Los * Angeles
Tellawship of Reconciliation
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