Jay, U.S.A.
Few nations are as smitten with their flag as the United States is with Old Glory—the subject of our national anthem, the banner we pledge allegiance to with right hand over heart, the symbol of a nation, “indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
America’s flag-love was on full display on July 5, 1954, when thousands of locals and visitors came to Jay’s village green to celebrate Independence Day with a parade, homemade games—including one involving betting on mice—a square dance and fireworks. A large flag was suspended over the middle of the park and another “huge and beautiful” one—254 inches by 167 inches—hung from the.
