In 1917, the Nashville Herald noted that Ray City observed Independence Day with a musical celebration.
The Nashville Herald
Neighborhood News Items
July 6, 1917Ray City celebrated the Fourth of July this year with a basket picnic. There were amusements of various kinds during the day. The Ray City Band furnished music for the occasion.
Unknown band probably at Mayhaw Lake, Lucy Lake, or Dixie Lake resort area. Identification and verifications needed. Image courtesy of www.berriencountyga. com
Residents of the Wiregrass section which is home to Ray City, GA have been celebrating Independence Day since at least the 1830s.
- Fourth of July, 1834 and the State Rights Association
- Levi J. Knight’s 4th of July Address at Franklinville, GA 1835
- Pioneers of Old Lowndes Toasted State Rights and American Independence
- 4th of July, 1914 a Big Day at Milltown
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