Washington's Lancaster Fourth of July Address 1791
George Washington's only Fourth of July address was delivered in Lancaster Pennsylvania on Independence Day 1791. The town, then the nation’s largest inland settlement, welcomed him with formal toasts and a banquet in the Court House as residents praised his leadership and wished him health and prosperity.
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Washington
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July Fourth Deaths of Three U.S. Presidents
The Division of Information and Publication of the United States George Washington Bicentennial Commission notes a seldom remembered fact for Independence Day. On July 4, three early U.S. Presidents died, each contributing prominently to the formation of the government and each having bearing on American history.
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George Washington Chosen Commander in Chief Twice
A historical note marks July 4 1932 as significant in the Washington Bicentennial, recalling that George Washington was twice named Commander in Chief of the American army. It details his unique role, Franco‑American tensions, and the era’s push for defense over tribute as Adams authorized firm action.
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Charles Cotesworth Pinckney
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Some forward steps in China noted in new constitution
Editorial observes progress as Nationalist Government outlines a Provisional Constitution during Sun Yat Sen's tutelage period. It documents four principles including sovereignty in the people, independent state status, a blue sky white sun flag, and Nanking as capital, plus rights to privacy and free expression and education under Three People's Principles.
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National People’s Convention
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Peiping
Brazil
Shensi
Chinese Republic
Three Founding Presidents Died On Independence Day
Twenty five years ago the article reflects on John Adams Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe as founders linked with Washington. It notes Adams and Jefferson died within hours of each other on July 4 1826 and Monroe died July 4 1831. It recalls their roles in independence and the formation of the nation, the Monroe Doctrine and Washington's leadership.
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Ford’s Bay
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Denton Cemetery
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Jumptown
Irwin T. Saulsbury, Jr
Upper
Noah Daniels
Toulson
Clayton Melvin
Goldsboro
Melvin
Isaac T. Fleetwood
Mr. Fleetwood
Fredrick F. Lyden
San Francisco
Anne Lyden- Meekins
Golden Gate
Mary J. Fisher
H. Wilson Saulsbury
Cornell University
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John T. Carter
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Dora Gelletiy
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Salem
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Elsie Smith
Vivid jab at European travelers’ aloof views
An observer recalls meeting a traveler who could not tell the gender of a person in evening dress, mocking dramatic yet crude European critiques of the United States and Canada and predicting another sensational book.
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United States
Canada
Last day of school diary notes and small town reports
A fragmented diary recounts a week in a rural community. Entries mention a classroom, a preacher friend, a new baby, a bat incident, fishing, a harsh scolding, a doctor visit, and a man jailed after shooting his wife and potentially harming his mother in law.
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Lennie Lakes
Ottomobee
Beeuz
Slim Jenkins
Enny
Jake
Wensday
Virgil Benson
Aire-Tite moth proof bags for suits and blankets
Denton Journal advertises Aire-Tite extra heavy whiteened cedarized bags 57 by 27 by 4 inches open side, described as absolutely moth proof for storing suits overcoats auto robes woolen blankets and more.
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Simplifying Picnics with Ready Spreads This Summer
Prepared canned sandwich spreads cut picnic labor to a minimum and offer ham tongue liver and mixed meat options. Just slice bread, open, and smear the spread for all ages with or without mayonnaise and pickle. Each can holds three and a half ounces, helping planners estimate quantities.
Caroline joins The Tribune Fresh Air Fund
The Tribune Fresh Air Fund has sent thousands of tenement children to Friendly Towns for summer vacations. The program aims to replace poverty and poor health with sunshine and open spaces, giving children a chance to experience normalcy, adventure, and fresh air away from crowded streets and bleak neighborhoods.
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Mr. Fund
Sparkie
Uico
Caroline
Fourth of July Menu Recipes From A Tested Page
A vintage style Fourth of July food feature offers light, hot weather friendly dishes. It lists Chicken and Vegetable Sandwiches Cheese and Fig Sandwiches and Deviled Eggs along with watermelon pickles melon mold coconut kisses and small baked cakes.
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