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Wednesday, July 3, 2019

INDEPENDENCE DAY 2019 - CELEBRATE OUR FREEDOM


On July Fourth, we commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the document that marked the emergence of the United States as an independent, self-governing nation, guided by the principle of liberty.  It’s good to remember that the freedom we value today was earned by the bravery of the American statesmen who signed this document, putting their lives, reputation and personal property at risk. Fifty-six men, supported and guided by many brave, hard-working and dedicated women, stood together and affirmed:

            "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
            
            In 1776, as copies of the Declaration spread through the states and were read aloud at town meetings, religious services and public assemblies, Americans marked the occasion with celebratory rituals. They lit huge bonfires, "illuminated" their windows with candles, fired guns, rang bells, removed the symbols of the monarchy from public buildings, churches and taverns, and decorated the walls of their homes with newspaper copies of the Declaration of Independence. Today’s fireworks mark this great event with an exuberance our forefathers would have appreciated.
     
            We will be handing out replicas of the Declaration of Independence and American flags from our front steps during the Southold Town Annual Parade down Main Street.  The parade kicks off at 12 NOON at the Firehouse and ends at 1PM at the American Legion Hall.  Hope you all will be there.  Check local newspapers and websites for fireworks – lots going on!   It’s a great way to celebrate our wonderful country’s independence and teach our children the reason for the celebration. 

May God Bless America.

IN MEMORIAM
CHRISTOPHER WYATT DRUM
                                                 MAY 25,                                              JULY 2,
                                                   1972                                                   2014

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