Canadians celebrate 121st anniversary
Canadians marked Canada Day with picnics flotillas races and fireworks while facing disputes with the United States and Soviet Union. The celebration recalls 1867 and 1949 with Newfoundland’s confederation yet the nation is embroiled in a Free Trade and espionage dispute. Ambassador Vernon Turner canceled his Moscow broadcast amid tensions as Canada expelled Soviet officials and barred others.
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Holiday celebrations sweep Newfoundland and Ottawa crowds
At dawn in St John’s Newfoundland crowds gathered on Signal Hill as celebrations spread west. Thousands watched Parliament Hill Ottawa for the Changing of the Guard while Governor General Jeanne Sauvé praised Canada as a model habitat on this young continent. Ontario premier David Peterson sold five cent hot dogs in Queen’s Park Toronto as part of public festivities.
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State police to patrol Frederick County roads weekend
State police mobilize a dozen more troopers to police Frederick County highways over the holiday weekend focusing on drunk driving and traffic issues. Maryland fireworks ban allows only gold sparklers and bright green or red sparklers are illegal due to fire hazards. Police warn of citations for illegal home displays and note a new BAC law may not greatly reduce drunk driving. WFMD sponsors Baker Park July 4 fireworks starting 9 30 pm with a flame and up to 1m shells.
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