THE 4TH OF JULY
Source: The Polynesian. Honolulu: July 8, 1848, page 30.
The 4th of July was pretty generally observed by
the native born Americans. Some we regret to say were prompted to festivities
more by the spirit called ardent than by a patriotic spirit. Too many display
their love of liberty by making themselves slaves to the debasing passion for
strong drink. No serious disturbance occurred although we understand several
waxing valiant under the influence of too many potations, received as trophies
black eyes and bloody noses. One of an ardent temperament was planned by his
comrades in a well for the purpose of cooling his excited imagination. The
scenes presented were many of the ludicrous, but painful. When will mankind
learn to use the blessings of life without abusing them, and to participate in
a rational manner in the amusement of life?
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