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Bicentennial Fete Varies With Every Place on Map
A sprawling AP survey of local and national Bicentennial events shows cities from Washington to Philadelphia to Miami staging diverse celebrations. Activities include parades, grand concerts, a 1 776 yard footrace, a 400 000 slice cake, and a large fireworks display. American Samoa and Los Angeles plan distinctive contests and processions as the nation marks 200 years since Congress voted independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don McLeod
Associated Press
America
Washington
American Samoa
Kennedy Center
Lincoln Memorial
Ford
Valley Forge
Independence Hall
Philadelphia
New York
Hudson River
Boston
Ie Ca
Alexandria
George Washington
Los Angeles
Wilshire Boulevard
Miami
U.S
Ft. McHenry
Baltimore
Kirk Kink
Arnold Saal
Ania Wis
Kiwanis Hill