Read Faith's Checkbook daily devotional from Charles Spurgeon. Free online classic daily Bible devotions from the best selling theologian and Christian teacher Charles Spurgeon.

Owing to the economic depression, however, it was felt inappropriate to enter into rejoicings under the cloud of industrial stagnation which, in 1932, was locally responsible for widespread distress.

This concert is part of Mayesville Presbyterian Church’s series of community offerings titled “Rejoicings.” The series is administered by Tammy Williams, the church’s organist/choir director.

In 1900 when a cycle parade was held throughout Greenock to raise funds for charity with cyclists of the past decorating their vehicles.

The Jewish Freemasons of London had a festive dinner on the occasion, and there were public rejoicings at Ramsgate, with a dinner, fireworks, and torchlight procession.