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Seward Fourth of July Celebrations Through the Years
An eye-witness account recalls Seward Nebraska’s early Fourth of July in 1868 with no roads or cannons, the flag raised on a bare land, and Independence read as patriotic songs filled the air. The 1968 committee revisited records to keep pioneer customs alive with parades, contests, and awards reflecting Sousa tribute and national Bicentennial honors.
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