A reception committee ribbon for the Mexican Independence Day celebration, Los Angeles
Entry/Object ID
2013.196.1.2
Description
A reception committee ribbon for the Mexican Independence Day celebration, Los Angeles, 16 September 1909. The item has a gold framed bar, a ribbon connected to it with the word "RECEPTION" on it, and a pin attached to the ribbon with the words "Independencia de Mexico / Club Cura Hidalgo" and an image of Hidalgo on it. A green, white and red (Mexico's national colors) ribbon is beneath the other elements and there is gold fringe at the bottom. Events for the celebration included a morning activity at the Plaza Church and then streetcars took participants to Chutes Park for sports and a concert. A miniature Mexican village and refreshments were also offered. With soiling, creases and edge wear, the overall condition is good.
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