July 4, 1918 – For the first time in the four years of the history of the village of Wright, citizens of the village celebrated Independence Day. A monster celebration that the entire countryside attended was held with more than 1,000 people present.
While Wright had only 35 people living within its corporate limits four years ago and now has over 300. Farmers from a radius of ten miles, as well as residents of nearby towns, boosted attendance today and made it the biggest affair held in Carlton County.
While Wright had only 35 people living within its corporate limits four years ago and now has over 300. Farmers from a radius of ten miles, as well as residents of nearby towns, boosted attendance today and made it the biggest affair held in Carlton County.
The 2010 Census showed 127 people living in Wright.1
The celebration began with a big parade, headed by the Cromwell brass band. G. A. Forgerson was marshal, and Frank Ellis and Miss Maud Freeman, aides. Decorated automobiles and farm wagons, and representatives of lodges, schools and patriotic societies took part. The leading automobile carried a float representing Uncle Sam and following it came the “Goddess of Liberty” float. The school children, dressed in red and white, formed a huge living red cross.
Immediately following the parade a patriotic program was held in the town hall, at which Col. L. G. Andrews of Duluth, veteran of Spanish-American War and World War I, gave a stirring address. The program included singing of national anthem and band music. Miss Freeman arranged the program. A baseball game and various sports featured the afternoon celebration. The Wright Athletic Club team defeated the Farmers team by a score of 9 to 3.
Today,Wright is perhaps best known for its annual festival called "Wrong Days in Wright" on the third weekend in July.
The festival includes:
· Steak fry, fireworks and teen dance on Friday.
· Parade, smorgasbord, mixed doubles softball tournament, horseshoe tournament,
craft show, and adult dance on Saturday.
· Pancake breakfast on Sunday morning.2
The Duluth Herald; “Wright Observes Its First Fourth. Big Celebration in Carlton County Town; Col. L. G. Andrews Speaker.”; July 5, 1918; p. 12.
1http://www.lakesnwoods.com/Wright.htm
2https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wright,_Minnesota
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