Reprinted from The Seminole Producer Archives, August 10, 1945

Every person in Seminole who is able to walk, is asked by Mayor J. C. Cravens to join the (Victory in Japan) V-J celebration when it is officially announced. The signal for the gathering of everyone in the city and community will be two long blasts on the city fire siren, followed by the siren’s whirring sound.

The place of gathering will be at the intersection of Oak and Main Sts., the mayor said. He asked that all places of business close with the exception of theaters, drug stores and restaurants.

From the place of meeting, the people will march to the high school athletic field four abreast where ministers of the city churches will take charge and conduct reverent services of thanksgiving that the war at last is over.

County Attorney Bill Biggers today ordered all beer dealers in Seminole county to close for 48 hours if and when the Japanese surrender is announced officially.

“I don’t think drinking is a fitting way to celebrate,” Biggers explained.

Following the ceremonies at the athletic field, there will be a street dance held downtown, and will last until the joyful celebrants can no longer stand on their feet.

All musicians in Seminole are asked to bring their musical instruments to the gathering place at Oak and Main Sts. And bands will be organized to furnish music for the occasion.

Through the courtesy of Fred McDuff, there will be soft drinks all up and down Main St., free to all who want them as long as the drinks hold out. McDuff was busy today buying all the soda pop in this area.

Mayor Cravens also warned that the shooting of fireworks or firecrackers inside the city limits will be strictly prohibited during the celebration.

“We want to enjoy this momentous event to its fullest,” the mayor said, “but we do not want to endanger any lives.”