Surnames and MLK figure in mixed American portraits
An excerpt surveys 1790 census surnames led by Smith and Johnson, noting regional leads in big cities and origin notes from European roots. It also previews a book by Elsdon C. Smith on surname origins and a critique of Martin Luther King Jr. image, emphasizing his leadership and moral influence.
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Elsdon C. Smith
Chilton
Smith
Brown
Johnson
Jones
Davis
Clack
Williams
Miller
Wilson
White
Jess
Anderson
Taylor
United States
Sullivan
Boston
Chicago
Milwaukee
Minneapolis
Smiths
New York
San Francisco
Paris
Singular Courage of Dr. King Cited by Samuel Whitman
Samuel Whitman reflects on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's constant courage facing direct physical danger and moral challenges. He questions why such leaders are cut down before completing their work and dreams.
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Dr. King
Samuel Whitman
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