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| Lake Superior in Michigans Iron country 1800's
Our first celebration of Independence Day was conducted by him, July 4,
1855, and on that day he spread a bounteous repast before every man,
woman, and child in Marquette county. Everyone was invited, without dis-
tinction of race, color, or previous condition. The St. Mary canal had been
completed, and the large steamers from the lower lakes had successfully
passed through to Lake Superior, and appeared in our harbor only a few
days before this celebration; so Mr. Ely called upon all the people to come
to the feast which he had provided in honor of the two great events. The
day was celebrated with patriotic ardor, with music and dancing.
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