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Safe and sane Fourth movement spreads across cities
The article traces the rise of a safe and sane Fourth of July from its early suggestion to widespread city adoption. It notes that no official action preceded public sentiment, discusses regulation of fireworks, centralized celebrations, and citizen committees funding and organizing events. It also highlights daylight fireworks, professional displays, and child friendly pageantry as core features.
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