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Domestic News
August 8, 1829
The Delaware Register, Or, Farmers', Manufacturers' & Mechanics' Advocate
Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware
What is this article about?
A sober 4th of July celebration near Raleigh, NC, where 109-year-old Arthur Wall sent his 82-year-old son in his place, citing crop work; no alcohol served, attendees left with enhanced community spirit.
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Great Age.--In noticing a celebration of the 4th instant, near Raleigh, (North Carolina,) the Register states that "Mr Arthur Wall, now in his 109th year, was particularly invited; he excused himself on account of being 'busy with his crop,' but said he would send one of his boys, a lad of 82, with his toast. No toasts, however were drank, for there were no intoxicating liquors on the ground. Long before the shades of evening, the gratified company, after a day of sober and rational enjoyment, departed for their homes, with improved national and neighborhood feelings."
What sub-type of article is it?
Celebration
What keywords are associated?
July 4th Celebration
Arthur Wall
Great Age
Sober Enjoyment
Raleigh North Carolina
What entities or persons were involved?
Mr Arthur Wall
Where did it happen?
Near Raleigh, North Carolina
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Near Raleigh, North Carolina
Event Date
4th Instant
Key Persons
Mr Arthur Wall
Outcome
no intoxicating liquors served; company departed with improved national and neighborhood feelings
Event Details
Celebration near Raleigh where Mr Arthur Wall, aged 109, was invited but sent his 82-year-old 'boy' with a toast due to being busy with his crop; event featured sober and rational enjoyment without toasts being drank