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Rhode Island Starter Kit

Posted by semi-backpacker

... The first circus in the United States was in Newport in 1774. 6. Ann and Hope was the first discount department store in the United States the property was opened in Rhode Island. 7. George M. Cohan was born in Providence in 1878. He wrote, "I' ...

4th of July Celebrations & Fireworks in RI

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... Bristol Civic, Military and Fireman's Parade, Bristol Begins at 10:30am. The oldest continuous celebration of its kind in the United States, established in 1785, runs from the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Rt. 114) to High Street, between ...

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