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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1990
Page
5
July fourth reflections honor the 56 signers who risked lives to declare independence. John Hancock drafted the declaration on July 4 1776 and all signers were Continental Congress delegates. many were educated and prosperous men in their 30s and 40s with secrecy protecting their names for months.
John Hancock, noted merchant, played a role in establishing the continental Navy around 1742, contributing to early American naval efforts and colonial defense.
Betty Debnam presents The Mini Page features cheerful kid friendly sketches and curious facts. The 1990 Universal Press Syndicate column offers quick reads on science art and everyday wonders for young readers.
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