The Fourth
Summary
Description of Frederick's July 4th celebration. More elaborate than for many years and did credit to city. Bells began ringing at midnight on 3rd; bells, cannons and guns went off until dawn. Procession organized by Col. David T. Bennett included some "Old Defenders" from War of 1812, 6th Reg't of U. S. Cavalry, members of VCR stationed at Depot, etc. Speeches given. Some who had recently "forgotten" what July 4th meant were graciously treated; others "stood aloof."
Article Source
Newspaper: The Frederick Examiner
Publication Date: July 12th, 1865
Page/Column: 2C
Town: Frederick, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
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