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May 14, 1951
The Nome Nugget
Nome, Nome County, Alaska
What is this article about?
In Nome, the midnight sun interferes with July 4 fireworks displays. Commissioner Ted Duffield, who organized the last one two years ago, proposes obtaining smoked glasses from the fireworks supplier, similar to those provided by PAA on planes, to block sunlight and enhance the colors.
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Monday, May 14, 1951
Glasses May Help To See July 4 Fireworks Display
There is always something new and novel happening in Nome.
Fireworks have been a big problem for Nome as the midnight sun, which shines on the Fourth of July, competes with the beauty of the fireworks display.
Commissioner Ted Duffield, who was in charge of putting on the last display, two years ago, has been working on the problem and thinks he has found a solution. He has written the company which supplies the fireworks to see about getting us some smoked glasses to wear, like the PAA furnish passengers on their planes, to eliminate the sunshine and bring out the bright coloring and sparkle of the traditional part of the 4th of July celebration.
Glasses May Help To See July 4 Fireworks Display
There is always something new and novel happening in Nome.
Fireworks have been a big problem for Nome as the midnight sun, which shines on the Fourth of July, competes with the beauty of the fireworks display.
Commissioner Ted Duffield, who was in charge of putting on the last display, two years ago, has been working on the problem and thinks he has found a solution. He has written the company which supplies the fireworks to see about getting us some smoked glasses to wear, like the PAA furnish passengers on their planes, to eliminate the sunshine and bring out the bright coloring and sparkle of the traditional part of the 4th of July celebration.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
What themes does it cover?
Nature
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Midnight Sun
Fireworks Display
Smoked Glasses
Nome Celebration
July 4
What entities or persons were involved?
Ted Duffield
Where did it happen?
Nome
Story Details
Key Persons
Ted Duffield
Location
Nome
Event Date
July 4, 1951
Story Details
Commissioner Ted Duffield addresses the issue of the midnight sun dimming fireworks in Nome by suggesting smoked glasses to improve visibility of the July 4 display.