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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1951
Page
5
Editorial argues the Declaration of Independence marked a radical shift toward self-rule and universal rights. It cites historical scope from Philadelphia to global ideals, noting Dr Price and John Adams affirm the lasting impact and ongoing quest for freedom.
The document proclaims the colonies free and independent from Great Britain, asserting natural rights and the necessity to dissolve political ties. It lists grievances from King George III, describes the new nation's powers, and includes the signature of prominent delegates led by John Hancock.
Fragment from a 1776 style account recounts the Continental Congress declaring independence, with Thomas Jefferson drafting the resolution and Benjamin Franklin warning of unity or peril. It notes Ruthledge and Franklin as youngest and oldest signers, and the city’s shocked yet determined reaction to news of the signing.
Archie McLean Hawks returns to Bristol after a long journey from California and visits relatives at the Hotel Belvedere. He hopes to ride in the parade with state senator Daniel Coggesestak and reminisces about his boyhood in Bristol, dating to the 1870s.
Twenty six youngsters competed in a derby sponsored by the Fourth of July committee drawing several hundred spectators. Speedhouse Pine claimed the Millemaggi Trophy for one year and a new bicycle as spoils, a honor previously held by the Pine family with James Pine winning in 1947. Francis Vacarro took second after elimination heats, and all entrants received prizes.
Mrs Gladys M tman reports scores of Bristol women donating to the 1951 Fourth of July food sale. The event began at ten this morning on Hope Street near Narragansett Electric Co with Mrs Brightman leading a committee including Mrs John D Moore and others.
A Navy FOF-2 jet will be exhibited here tomorrow after arriving by barge from Quonset Point. The display at Roe Well Park near Thames Street will be set up early morning with a jet pilot and an information officer available to answer questions.
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