Wild cheering at historic party night

Jan 21 2009 by Neil Atkinson, Huddersfield Daily Examiner

THE historic night when Barack Obama was sworn in as US President was celebrated across the world – including Huddersfield.

Dozens gathered at the Deighton Centre for an inauguration party, marking the moment Mr Obama became the first African-American to hold the office of the most powerful leader in the world.

The event at the centre was organised by the Huddersfield-based Parents of Black Children Association, in conjunction with the centre managers.

And there was wild cheering as the guests watched the swearing-in ceremony.

There were also party scenes later in the evening at an event hosted at The Parish in Kirkgate.