Fourth of July memory maker Tony Garcia with cigar and grit
Tony Garcia, a Spain native who arrived as a child and lived on Ashland Avenue, recalls earlier independence days from his St. Rose Hospital room. He contrasts past orchard summers near San Lorenzo with today’s changes, rails at “the country going to the dogs,” and notes his varied work as farmhand and court interpreter.
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2000 Ohlones in 1776 Face Vanishing Culture
In 1776 about 2000 Ohlone residents lived around South County amid oak woodlands and marshes. They traded with the Spanish for glass beads and gifts, while preparing for missions and presidios. Within 50 years disease and conquest would decimate their people and erase much of their culture.
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Glehnda Chui
South County
San Francisco
Declaration of Independence in today's issue
The paper publishes the text of the Declaration of Independence. It notes figures like Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin who shaped the Continental Congress and references figures such as King George in the broader revolutionary saga.
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Pacyk Tanner Serra
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
Continental Congress
King George
Reflection on the American dream and equality in history
California State University historian Alan Smith discusses whether the United States has met the revolutionary ideals of 1776 while noting progress toward equality. He cites past shortcomings for women and the poor, but argues a general movement toward greater equality, contrasting with other nations. Cont, page 4.
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America
Alan Smith
California State University
Smith
Bicentennial reflections on America's founding and progress
A reflective essay marks the nation's 200th birthday, praising founding ideals and global migration while critiquing modern government size and economic debates. It imagines how the framers would view participation, equality, and liberty, urging unity and celebration of America’s achievements despite warts and challenges.
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America
Fair Fourth forecast for Tri City
Tri City weather will be warm today with highs in the 70s and likely in the 80s today and higher tomorrow. Clear skies expected with morning and night fog and low clouds. Lows in the 50s to 60s.
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