Painting can be a great way to freshen up a room at a very low cost. However, it's important to follow certain procedures. These steps will prevent a messy-looking room, or worse, flaking paint. This how-to should be helpful whether you are just painting a ceiling, wall, or woodwork, or are doing a complete makeover.
Emancipation Day is a holiday in Washington DC to mark the anniversary of the signing of the Compensated Emancipation Act, which president Abraham Lincoln signed on April 16, 1862.It is annually held on April 16.n 2007, the observance Emancipation Day in Washington DC had the effect of nationally extending the 2006 income tax filing deadline from April 16 to April 17.
And although the signing of the Declaration was not completed until August, the 4th of July has been accepted as the official anniversary of United States independence. The first Independence Day celebration took place the following year â July 4 1777. By the early 1800s the traditions of parades, picnics, and fireworks were established as the way to celebrate Americaâs birthday.