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From the Ipswich Tribune

July 5, 1928 edition

IPSWICH JULY 4 IS BIG SUCCESS

Three thousand people attended the July 4th celebration in Ipswich is the estimate and we believe this to be about right. And the best thing about it all, they went home satisfied.

The day was ideal. While attractions at times were somewhat behind the scheduled time it is a difficult task to move a large crowd of people at a few seconds’ notice. There was something going all day long-not a dull moment.

Starting at 9:00 a. m. the Ipswich Juniors clashed with the Ipswich All Stars on the local diamond. The Ipswich Juniors won by a score of 11-5.

The swimming races both afternoon and evening proved especially attractive. There were many entrants as the water was inviting as the day was hot. All entered into the spirit of fun and frolic.

The band gave concerts and the crowd that gathered to listen was evidence of the appreciation.

A basket picnic was held on the courthouse lawn. Some people also ate at the Baptist church dining room. Family dinners were enjoyed at the homes in Ipswich, while both cafes were rushed from early morning to late at night. Stands also furnished a place of refreshments.

A patriotic program was held at the Chautauqua tent at 1:00 p. m. The Ipswich Men’s chorus sang the selection “Comrades in Arms.” Mrs. Willard Brown was piano accompanist. Dr. Elmer C. Perisho of Guilford College, North Carolina gave an address which brought out significant facts in regard to the Fourth of July.

Chautauqua programs by the Marimba band were enjoyed both afternoon and evening.

Ipswich and Loyalton contested for baseball honors, Loyalton winning by a score of 6 to 5.

Minor sports took place on Main street at 5:00 p. m. This was followed by the parade of beauties and decorated automobiles.

Donald Engle won the pony bridle given by J. W. Parmley for having the best kept and trained Shetland pony. Buddy Woodworth rode the pony for Donald in the parade.

The fireworks display was an excellent feature of the evening and held the attention of the throngs of people. Dancing at the Ipswich Ballroom with the Metropolitan orchestra furnishing the music made the day complete.

A big day and one that will long be remembered.