Constitution Day Reflections on the 1787 Philadelphia Convention
An article marking Constitution Day reviews the 1787 Philadelphia Constitutional convention and the dire state of the young nation. It lists delegates, notes Rhode Island’s abstention, describes the Continental Congress’s crisis, and recalls the labor of 40 to 56 men in a hot city room as they shaped the charter that governs the United States.
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United States
Philadelphia
Webrate Constitution Day
State House
United States of America
Continental Congress
Congress
States of America
England
Princeton
N. J
Rhode Island
New Hampshire
Patrick Henry
Wao
Connecticut
Roger Sherman
Willem
Johnson
Delaware
Richard Bagsett
Guoning Bedford
Fasoh Broom
John Dickinson
George Read
Nae Joienem Baldwin
William
Maryland
Danial Cerook
Deniel Jenifer
Janes McHeagy
Mareachureet
Nathaniel Gorwen God
Rufus
Nicholes Gilman
Jobs Langdon
David Braassey
Jonathan
William Livingston
William Pat- Bod
New York
Alexander Hasiiion
North Carolina
Willam Brovpl
Richard D. Gpaight
Bagh Willamsos
George Clymet
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Fitenlpmons
Benjamis Wrankile
Jared Loger
Makers of the Constitution A Founding Era Portrait
A survey of the 1787 Constitutional Convention attendees notes that 21 were lawyers and many were educated abroad or at prominent colleges. It recalls leaders like Benjamin Franklin and George Washington, the diverse occupations, and the debates between Virginia New Jersey and New York plans. The piece details the opening, proceedings, key figures, and the eventual drafting atmosphere culminating in the landmark We the People charter.
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Inner Temple
Middle Temple
England
Oxford
Blackstone
William 8. Johnson
Columbia College
Connecticut
Benjamin Franklin
Jonathan Dayton
New Jersey
Charles Pinckney
Alexander Hamilton
New York
James Madison
John Marshall
United States
Ben Franklin
Hamilton
Franklin
Virginia
Madison
Deta
Sdteg
Styigt
Gonverseur Morris
Wnion
Gouverneur Morris
Atetes Goqp
Gerry
Mason
Randolph
Benjamin Weppelin
Murely
Phair
Tham
Nationa
Pame
Different Amounts of Light Needed
A survey shows 22 percent of children finishing grade school have damaged eyesight and rising rates with age. The piece explains light measured in foot-candles and lists recommended levels for daily tasks from 5 to 1 foot-candle, highlighting eye strain from poor lighting and reading.
Grounds For Dismissal In A Lively Village Stop
A motorist is stopped by a policeman for speeding at forty miles an hour in a sleepy village. The driver protests innocence, the constable records the offense, and the driver quips she has not been out an hour. The officer concedes, admitting the absurdity with a shrug and tells her to carry on.
Two Friends Attend Play Admire Leading Actor
A married man and his bachelor friend attend the latest play. The married man praises the famous actor, noting how he displays affection toward the leading lady, saying he is wonderful.
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Jove
Lighting standards for sewing tasks and reading fine print
The text states you need 20 foot-can dies and at least 80 foot-candles for reading and precise sewing. It notes illumination diminishes with distance from the lamp and that at three feet away a lamp must provide about 275 candle power to yield the required 80 foot candles for comfortable work.
Untitled Cure Ad Claims Pimples Relief by Cuthura Products
A letter from Joseph Paradis of New York City describes months of facial pimples and itching. He credits Cuthura Heap and Ointment with clearing his complexion after two and a half months of use. The ad lists Soap 25¢ Ointment 25¢ and Talcum 25¢ and offers free samples from Cuthura Laboratories Dept. R Malden Massachusetts.
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Joseph Paradis
New York City
Cuthura Laboratories
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Malden, Maas
Lighting options for home power and lamp choices
The text advises on electrical safety and lighting options. It notes light companies may recommend bulbs sized for strain prevention and suggests new 800 candlepower kerosene or gasoline pressure mantle lamps as bright temporary solutions for unwired homes. It emphasizes adequate pressure is needed to provide sufficient light.
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