The piece about independence Day reads:

JULY FOURTH

The 'News goes to print this week on the eve of the great American holiday. Independence day. July 4th which occurs on Friday. It will be the 154th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and chat ' the spirit of 76”still sur- vives not merely as a tradition but as one of the greatest American achievements, there is plenty of manifest evidence within our na- tional boundaries and all United States possessions Business will be suspended generally and the Ameri- can colors will predominate. While Farming-ton has contemplated no or dered program for the day'’s cele- bration. there will be nothing- lack- log in the spirit of the occasion From the small child up there will an ardent display of American pride If not with a participation the revelry and the enchantment of adding; to the general racket, there will be an ordered preservation of peace and prosperity that has been in preparation for many weeks. The grooming of residential proper- ty and places of business has been in preparation for midsummer and the 4th of July tor many weeks and the 4th of July for many weeks and the accomplishments are impressed upon any and all observers who cure to survey the general aspect with thoughtful consideration. Wherever a piece,of property of whatever na- ture has .an outstanding prominence there have been no reservations in making it presentable to the gaze with cleanliness and features of beauty more or less abundant. Beautiful gardens, green, well- cropped lawns and fresh paint fore- cast the glamour and redolence of a thrifty and well-ordered community The preservation of the citizenry and the property of such a compos- ite structure is among our first re- gards. Especially at such times as the Fourth of July when-the bars of restraint are let down while a great event of universal moment is being celebrated, there is likely to be. with with no intention at lawlessness, a com- mon relaxation toward destruction On such occasions as the Fourth of July, the real patriot, whether youth or adult, is the individual who regards with scrupulous care the rights of others and joins his fellows in the wildest of celebration without abandon In such a spirit of celebration everybody has the sympathy and encouragement of the community Those who use the crowded highways at this season are especially cautioned to avoid colli- sion and destruction to themselves and others. Herein lies one of the greatest elements of danger and it is sincerely hoped that the "News" will have few, if any, local casualties to report after the holiday has passed. To impress the great element of danger that that is abroad at this time, insurance statistics show that more people buy automobile insurance on or prior to this holiday than at any other holiday season of the year. To show that the apprehension is well founded, the insurance com- panies report that for one day more claims are paid than for any other day In the year except Labor day We certainly urge our citizens to celebrate the Fourth and to Indulge in all the reasonable pastimes, but to exercise extreme care In the preser-vation of their own safety and the safety of others. The handling of fireworks and explosives should at all times be entrusted to mature judgment and we sincerely hope that wherever children are allowed to handle these instruments it will be under the supervision of their elders. From Thursday at midnight until Friday at midnight the town will be under extra, police surveillance and all lines of law and order- will be drawn tight. Traffic rules must be observed and extreme precaution be taken against fire. With' these suggestions In mind, not to spoil or detract from anybody's good time, but rather to Insure the resumption of our peace, prosperity and pursuit of -happiness after the "Glorious Fourth'* has passed, the "News" extends its best wishes for every bounty that the holiday may afford.

 

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The front page is simply decorated with a single, five line, angle border, which extends across three quarters of the top and left side of the front page. The border frames an image in the center of the page, The image in the center is a bald eagle, holding an olive branch in its beak, sitting atop a shield with four stars and alternating dark and light stripes and a banner saying "Memorial Day ." Details of the event are at the middle of the page to the bottom of the page topped with a US American Legion emblem.

The details say that the 101st Anniversary Memorial Day exercise was conducted by Clarence L. Perkins, Post No. 60 American Legion, Farmington, NH. They were to begin at "eight o'clock in the forenoon," at Edgerly Park. Officer of the Day was Allan Drew. Parade Marshall was Lawrence Gilbert. It was his 18th year doing so.

It details the activities for Memorial Day on the second and third pages starting with a march at Edgerly Park, then Town Hall, then the Main Street bridge, Veterans Cemetery, the Civil War memorial, then ending at Town Hall., At all places they included prayer, remarks, song, and many a band or musician playing.

The last page is devoted to order of the march and a public invitation to join them in " the proper observance of Memorial Day."

Size: 6.25 W x 9.5" H

Condition. Very good. Booklet was folded and has a crease.

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Size: 8.5 x 5.5

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Size: 8.5 x 5.5

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The article reads:

BEST HAY DAY EVER

The fifth annual Hay Day celebration drew a record crowd of four to five thousand. The festivities were plentiful along with the food. Betty Mros announced another record breaker of fifty-five booths and concession stands. Everyone seemed to have an enjoyable day, and I'm sure next year's Hay Day is already highly anticipated. Below are the results:

Li'l Miss Hay Day

1st. Theresa Vaillancourt (Old Mother Hubbard)
2nd. Diane Cheong (Panda Bear)
3rd. Dierdre Howard (Indian 3irl)
Young Huck

1st. Mykle Lepene (Huckleberry Finn)

2nd. Shaun Vachon (Three Blind Mice)

3rd. Mark Canney (Alvin chipmunk)

Horseshoes - Men

Winner. Dave James, Rochester

Runner-up. Herb Cox, Milton

Women

Winner. Nancy Raab, Barrington
Runner-up. Jennie Ford
Under l6's

Winner. John Thomson
Runner-up. Shane Tufts
Quiz

$10 Ted Healey
$5  John Thomson
$3  Olden Family
Police Raffle

2 cords of wood. Mr. Robert Gray
Puddledock Press Draw
1st. $56 Seymour Bowden

2nd. Certificate-Dick Poulin   Tod Lemieux

3rd. Certificate-Pizza Hut       Nell Leary

Parks & Rec. Draw

$100. John Oakley

Video & More Certificate

Tara Minichiello, Hampstead

Ernie's Gas Certificate

Patricia Dexter, Middleton

Ugly Person Contest
Wild Bill Vachon
(wins a dinner for
two at Cardinal's)
Long John Silver Agon
Winner. Barry Finn
Best Dressed. Tim
Woodward, Kurt Olson.
Anonymous Lady No. 1,
Hilton
Sheaf Toss
Sheaf Chief. Dan
Conway, 19ft. '♦in.
Bed Race
1st. Alton F.D.
2nd. Middleton F.D.
3rd. Peg's Keg
Parade

Best Float. Union Tel.
Special Prize. Davidson
Rubber "Moonshiners"
Bicycle Prize. Stacy
Howard
Spirit Award
Union Telephone
Dog Gymkhana
Winner. Tiffany, owned
by Denise Simard
Runner-up. Fonzie, owned
by Angela Ficco
Dog/Owner Look-a-Like.
Dan Wall and Thunder
Ugliest Dog. Whiskers,
owned by Dean Beland
Fiercest Dog. Krissy,
owned by James Spear

These photos are stored together. They are from different periods of time. Last pulled together for possible use in August 1986.

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Size: 7" x 11"

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Size: 8.5" x 11"
Multiple copies are in the collection.

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This item are digital files and it does no exist in the physical museum collection.

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Program size: 4"x5", Ticket: 2.5"x 3.25", Calling card sizes: 2"x3" & 1.25"x 3"

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Back Row: Helen McLaughlin, Edith Hall, Adelaide Haskill, Mildred Clarkson, Irene Jackson, Eloise Roberts, Mary Cloutman, Ruth Gordon, Jessie Sargent, Florance Roberts, Marion Waldron, Venita LaChance

Front Row: Edna Young, Amelia Richards, Ruth Allen, Helen Bragg, Beulah Thayer, Jillian Currier, Helen Nute, Jeanette Roberts

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