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Newspaper
Carthage Citizen
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1933
Page
2
Publisher C. A. Norris notes the paper as second class matter, filed March 25, 1907, at the Carthage Indiana post office under official registration.
A Virginia tale traces two boys, Richard Henry Lee and George Washington, from childhood letters about a pony to the June 1776 Philadelphia Congress where Lee's resolutions and the Declaration of Independence emerged. The piece honors the founding fathers, the birth of America, and calls for remembering their steadfast virtues.
The remark notes a moment for Americans to pause and reflect on leadership from the shoulders up, suggesting a disciplined approach to public service and national conduct. It frames the day as an opportunity for thoughtful consideration rather than action.
Rush county owes 1530 dollars for state institution upkeep based on residents. The quarter's claims total 968.17 to Riley hospital 233.31 to Indiana boys school 126.17 to Indiana girls school 188.25 to state hospital at Madison and 14.10 to state penal farm accounts. An old 4708.71 claim from last year is under question.
An article in the Washington Post notes that Archibald M. Willard painted Spirit of 76 about 100 years after the Revolutionary War. The work shows three musicians marching as troops reform after a retreat, symbolizing renewed courage before a comeback battle. Willard was born in Bedford, Ohio, in 1836.
Three large trucks hauled an old covered bridge from near Milroy Rush County to Hammond where Lake County officials will store and display it at the Lake County Fair Grounds. The bridge is to be reassembled as part of the new Route 3 project after the state highway department razed the structure.
Mrs Paul Norris visited her parents Mr and Mrs Hal Green of near Rushville on Tuesday, returning home afterward.
Francis Scott Key, a Georgetown, D. C. resident, penned The Star Spangled Banner aboard a British ship as Fort McHenry endured bombardment. He watched rockets and bombs from deck, witnessed the flag still flying at dawn, and drew inspiration for his ode.
The article notes the flag’s stars symbolize the states together rather than individually, arguing it is false to claim a single star represents a specific state. It emphasizes unity over individual state representation.
A reflection on how Fourth of July celebrations have evolved from fireworks to a day of rest and commemoration. The piece recalls pivotal events on July 4 across history, including deaths of Adams and Jefferson in 1826 and the 1863 Vicksburg surrender, ending with a 1778 Wyoming Valley raid incident.
On July 4 1929 Al Haverle of Spirit Lake Iowa cleaned his old WWI uniform for a Legion celebration. His 16 year old niece found a hidden picture of a young woman and baby inside the U S ornament atop the button. Haverle seeks the original wearer who likely survived the war.
Franklin Star emphasizes planning before travel to gain lasting understanding. It argues guides offer superficial information and urges readers to study historical background and purposes of visits to derive educational value from trips.
Miss Elliott of Connerville, a teacher here seven years, is appointed superintendent of Fayette county schools. She is cousin to Mrs. Clarence Jackson who lives west of here. Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Hunt visited Friday evening with his sister, Mrs. Donald Ruby and family at Maxwell. Al Carr returned Friday from a ten day business trip in the East.
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