Tag: The Pleasantville Press

Celebrating Flag Day

Since June 14th marks Flag Day every year, it seemed like a good idea to take a look at the holiday as it was celebrated in New Jersey’s newspapers. Flag Day is celebrated in honor of the June 14, 1777…

The History of Memorial Day

With May 29th marking Memorial Day this year, it only made sense to take a look at the history of the celebration through New Jersey’s newspapers. The holiday, often known as Decoration Day prior to the First World War, emerged…