The party was established to pay tribute to American workers, but of course, has also become known as a day for Americans to travel with his family.
AAA Carolinas estimates that 452 000 South Carolina residents traveled the long weekend, and that's more than last year. Part of the reason may be gas prices that are lower than in 2009 for the Labor Day and are 18 cents lower than on Memorial Day this year.
The history of the festival dates back to late 19th century. The first Labor Day celebration was held in 1882 in New York.
Municipalities and states began recognizing the holiday over the years, but it was not until 1894 that President Grover Cleveland pushed through the party.
Since then, it's day is celebrated with picnics and parades throughout the country. It has also become synonymous with sports, including college football season traditionally kicks off the weekend. In South Carolina, NASCAR fans will remember that the Southern 500 race held at Darlington this weekend's Day 54 years, ending in 2004.






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