1884: Independence Day, July 1884!

 

A fascinating look back to the 4th of July in 1884 Trenton!

2014: HAPPY AND SAFE 4TH TO ALL OUR VISITORS?

From my "HOLIDAYS" folder in the Hamilton Township Public Library Local History Collection, this splendid 1869 engraving of the celebration of the 4th of July in the country. From one of my "HARPER'S WEEKLY" magazines. Here's wishing everyone a happy and safe 4th!

2009: INDEPENDENCE DAY IN OLDEN TIMES

Here are two graphics from my "HOLIDAYS" folder in the Hamilton Library Local History Collection. Note the ease with which children could access the dangerous pyrotechnics! Did anyone notice the absence of advertising for all those Pennsylvania fireworks stores that made such big news in the recent past? Methinks the black and whites were waiting for the buyers as they crossed the river from Morrisville to Trenton!
HAVE A SAFE AND SANE 4TH!