Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1914-07-05
CELEBRATION OF
FOURTH IN BOISE
Parks Crowded With Peo-
pie and Day Is Very Gen
orally Observed.

The Fourth Of July was eventful in
the history of Boise and southern Idaho
yesterday If for only one thing-the
fact that 1t came about as near being
safe and sane as any Independence day
ever celebrated in this state. There was
less noise. fewer serious accidents and
more inclination to get the most out of
the holiday in as quiet manner as
possible and at the same time not to
forget the event for which this one day
of the year is set aside.
Although spasmodical showers tend
ed somewhat to dampen the spirits of
holiday max ers, Old Sol was not able
to postpone all of the picnics that had
been planned or to prevent programs
being put on as per schedule at the
I12yhite City. Pierce park, the Natato-
lum, celebration at Lake Lowell, Cess
grove and at numerous other places.
The city was practically deserted so
far as the downtown section was con-
cerned- Thousands of people attended
the special events that had been plan
ned, while others left on fishing and
automobile trips or for a days camp in
the mountains.
Little Display of Fireworks.
The fear Of tetanus was almost ban
ished by the comparative lack Of the
use Of high explosives, either in the
firecracker or firearm form, there were
no torn limbs or bruised bodies, and
the small boy. determined to celebrate
whether injured or not, escaped with
only a few bruises.
The big crowd of the day attended the
events at the White City, and although
the showers of the afternoon drove
many to cover, they were soon out
again enjoying the program and at
night in attendance when the display
of fireworks took place.
Dancing and other forms of amuse-
ment helped to make merry the day
for those in attendance. The balloon
ascension waited for with great glee
and expectancy by the small boy proved
his delight when the big gas bag that
Dmhad been specially constructed for the
: events scared into the air Many took
their picnic dinners with them and re-
manned at the amusement park for the
entire day.
During the night while the crowds
were returning from the White City
Natatorium and while the cars were
crowded to their utmost capacity a
slight accident took place by a car
jamming and one person was injured
but not seriously.
Picnic At Cess Grove.
The Boise Trades and Labor Council
and the Ada County Grange held a
picnic at Cess grove located on the
interurban where a program Of speak
ing, horse races and athletic events
was put on. The attendance was ex-
ceptionally large and an excellent time
was reported last night by those who
returned to the city. John A. Davis
representing organized LABOR, spoke or
the subject, Our People" in which he
paid a glowing tribute to American cit
izenship. Professor r. p. Taylor of the
state university. very ably handled the
subject, whats the Matter With the
Apple Business ," and D. G. Mullen OF
Nampa, former master of the state
grange. discussed the subject, Public
Markets"
The picnic thrown open to everyone
at Pierce park was a success in spite
of the afternoon showers. Hundreds OF
people were in attendance. w. L
Hammond presided as chairman while
.the program of reading. music anc
speaking was being given. Rev. c. w
Barnum spoke on the subject, Genuine
Americans" Judge Charles P. Nc.
Carthy discussed, 1.-THE Significance o.
the Fourth" County Attorney Ray,
mond L. Givens delivered an address
on THE Patriotism of Good Citizen.
ship; J. p Pope on the Last Battle
and Chief Justice James F. Ailshie OF
"Idaho's Civic Needs" The musica
events were excellent.
At Lake Lowell.
Lake Lowell was found a place o.
attraction, for a very good program