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Fathers Day origin traced to Spokane mother in 1909
Bluefield Daily Telegraph notes June 16 marks the 58th anniversary of Father's Day, founded by Mrs. John Bruce Dodd of Spokane who sought a national tribute after her father's Civil War era raising of six children. The article recalls Dodd's inspiration, supporters like William Jennings Bryan, and includes family vignettes and biblical reflections on honoring fathers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bruce Dodd
Spokane
Wash
William Jackson Stuart
Mrs. Dodd
William Jennings Bryan
Paul
Oswald Hoffman
God