Today in He
ritage History, July 4, 1776, the final draft of the Declaration of Independence is delivered for printing. The document was almost not delivered for print until July 5th, as Thomas Jefferson’s RV with all the little Jefferson’s was stuck in traffic on Martha’s Vineyard, as a result of the July 4th holiday.
Today in Heritage History, July 4, 1931, the very first July 4th fireworks are displayed at Cleveland Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio. City officials had asked specifically that the fireworks be shot-off as dangerously as possible hoping the city would burn down and they could start 
Cleveland over.
Today in Heritage History, July 4, 1993, the Pizza Hut blimp deflates during a July 4th parade, but lands safely on West 56th street in New York City. Authorities suspected corporate terrorism as witnesses reported that a six-inch man dressed in a toga, carrying two pizzas on a spear was seen running from the scene yelling, “Pizza, pizza”.
Did NOT know about the traffic jam…a shame the Cleveland idea didnt work out !
So great as always. Happy 5th because I’m reading a day late!!
They’re all great but I love the “pizza, pizza” the best! Hope you had a good and safe one.
Your Canadian neighbours wish you a happy Independence Day!!
Happy 4th! Did you stop having the ads on your blog?
No…I just set it to NOT show ads to logged-in followers. Thought that might just be kind of a courtesy to folks who follow so they’re not burdened by (damned) advertising. Happy 4th back to you too Don!
Peter
I was just wondering. I was thinking of maybe doing the same thing, or just drop it all together.
3 events? who knew July 4th was such a significant date in history?
Happu Independence Day to you and yours, PKC!