Story of Independence Declared and Signed in 1776
The article traces the path to independence from the Stamp Act era through Richard Henry Lee’s June 7 resolutions to Jefferson’s draft, the July 2 vote, and the July 4 adoption. It notes Jefferson as author, Franklin Adams and others on the drafting committee, Hancock signing, and the August 2 parchment with 54 signatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Paul Revere
Lexington and Concord
Continental Congress
Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Bunker Hill
George III
Benjamin Franklin
Samuel
John Adams
Patrick Henry
Mecklenburg County
N. C
Thomas Paine
Paine
Pennsylvania
Colonies
Richard Henry Lee
Virginia
Philadelphia
Lee
Library of Congress
Congress
New York
New Jersey
Jefferson
Massachusetts
Roger Sheraton
Connecticut
Robert R. Livingston
Adams
Franklin
American Philosophical Society of Philadelphia
Delaware
South Carolina
United States of America
George Nit
George Washington
New York Assembly
White Plains
John Hancock
Thomas McKean
Matthew Thornton
New Hampshire
Johnny as Guest of Honor Feels Full After Party
Johnny was the guest of honor at a party the day before and his little friend Tommy heard about it. Tommy asks if he had a good time and Johnny replies he is not hungry yet.
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Johnny
Tommy
Too Particular
A fragmentary dialogue features a child insisting on seeing a malted milk cow, challenging an elder with a playful, rural tone. The exchange centers on a Holstein cow and a humorous request, set in a casual family moment.
Bill of Rights in England and its constitutional role
The bill of rights 1689 declared the rights and liberties of the subjects and settled the crown succession. It was drawn up by a Commons committee and presented to William Prince of Orange and Mary II. It remains the closest thing to a written constitution in the United Kingdom.
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England
Commons
William Prince of Orange
William II
Mary
United Kingdom
California Students Sail as Warship Observers
Forty junior and senior engineering students from the University of California will spend their summer aboard battleships of the Pacific fleet. They will not take part in routine duties but will observe mechanical arrangements and construction details. Cruises this year will take the students to Magdalena Bay and Lower California.
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University of California
Magdalena Bay
Lower
California
Not the Only One Lounge Speeds Too Fast
A brief quirky note cites a Japanese advert and a lighthearted claim by King No about speed enforcement. It presents a humorous exchange on speeding and police interaction in a lounge context.
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King
Japan
Whippet Topped Dogs as Fastest At Carnival
A dog carnival showcased the whippet as the fastest breed, noting its mix of greyhound and terrier traits. The world record speed for a whippet is 200 yards in 11.5 seconds.
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad for Housekeeping Needs
Advertisement promotes Red Cross Ball Blue for all housekeeping uses including kitchen towels table linen sheets and pillowcases highlighting its versatility for every department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Housekeeping
Right at Home Chief Warden Returns Inquiry
A terse exchange hints at a prison setting with a returning inmate asking for letters and the warden replying in brief.
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