Court neutrality on religion in schools and business
The Supreme Court ruled that government should remain neutral toward religion in public schools and in church run enterprises. It rejected creation science as a religiously driven theory and allowed limits on church discrimination in non religious businesses. The opinions stress a wall of separation protecting both believers and non believers.
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Supreme Court
Louisiana
Salt Lake City
Mormon Church
Arthur Mayson
Congress
Burger King
Six Year Senate Term Debate Ends in Convention
The convention weighed term length for senators with candidates proposing six nine and four year options. The body settled on a six year term with prohibition on holding other federal offices during the term. Delegates also discussed Philadelphia printing trade history and the citys early newspaper landscape.
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Senate
Nathaniel Gorham
Mass
James Wilson
Charles Pinckney
S.C
George Read
Del
Jacob Broom
James Madison
Roger Sherman
Conn
Alexander Hamilton
N.Y
Elbridge Gerry
Philly
Philadelphia
William
Andrew Bradford
Franklin
Changing Times and a Silent Fourth of July in Media
A reflective piece recalls enduring American traditions from childhood July fireworks with a stepfather in Roxborough, contrasting past patriotism with today’s lawsuits. It notes Glen Providence Park Media will be dark this year and urges future celebrations at Rose Tree Park to honor sacrifices and enduring national values.
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Fred Astaire
Jackie Gleason
Markle Street
Roxborough
USA
Continental Army
Congress
Korea
Vietnam
Glen Providence Park
Baer
Rose Tree Park
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