Bill of Rights Day and the Constitution’s safeguards
The Bill of Rights enshrines the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution and became effective December 15, 1791. It arose from concern over the Constitution’s lack of explicit civil liberties and the scope of federal power. Observers warn that liberties face new pressures from anti subversion laws and legislative scrutiny, urging constant vigilance to protect liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congress
Alexander Hamilton
Charles Warren
John P. Frank
Marble Palace
Jefferson
Madison
William O. Douglas
Common Sense On Guns Across United States
The piece surveys federal gun laws from the 1930s, noting the National Firearms Act and the Federal Firearms Act, and highlights limited state licensing. It cites a Christian Science Monitor summary of state controls, discusses constitutional rights versus militia, and reports on proposed changes by Senator Dodd with NRA involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
District of Columbia
Christian Science Monitor
New York State
Hawaii
South Carolina
Supreme Court
Victor L. Anfuso
D. N.Y
Federal Bureau of Investigation
United States
Senate Commerce Committee
Thomas J. Dodd
D. Conn
National Rifle Association
NRA
Dodd
US Justice Department
Attitudes of prejudice mirror across groups and eras
A speaker contrasts excuses for loan refusals with prejudice against Negroes and Jews, noting how rationalizations mask dislike. It cites European views of Americans and warns that prejudice makes people caricatures, as biases shape actions and self-identity.
Three Minutes A Day By James Keller
A 14 year old in Middletown Ohio created a long distance calling gimmick skipping operators. He dialed Scotland Yard and Hollywood for free calls proving his method with a Mexico City test. Authorities warned about misuse while urging constructive channeling of youth talent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland Yard
Hollywood
Midletown
Ohio
Mexico City
Johnson Commission on Kennedy Assassination Probed
The article argues the President's Commission to investigate Kennedy's assassination is a flawed choice, urging Congressional hearings instead. It critiques the panel's potential bias, warns of political use, and notes past cases like Hiss and Lattimore to show why Congress should lead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Kennedy
Johnson
FBI
Secret Service
Justice Department
Treasury Department
U. S
Kennedy
Khruschev
Castro
Oswald
Dallas
Congressional
Commission
Warren
Allen Dulles
CIA
Cuba
Bay of Pigs
Rhythm of History in American Presidencies
A reflective piece traces how shifts in presidents from FDR through JFK to Johnson reflect temperament and trust in diplomacy. It contrasts Harvard patricians with backcountry leaders, notes Truman's skepticism of Stalin, Khrushchev's whimsy, and Johnson's hardline stance on Communism, arguing show me continuity hinges on character and proof.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Teddy Roosevelt
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Hudson River
Groton School
Harvard
Harry Truman
Missouri
John F. Kennedy
Lyndon Johnson
mid-Texas
Texas
East
Fdr
Jfk
Franklin Roosevelt
Forrest Davis
Stalin
Churchill
Chiang Kai-shek
White House
Washington
Roosevelt
Yalta
Potsdam
West Berlin
Truman
Missourian
Greece
Korea
Khrushchevv
Khrushchev
Johnson
Douglas MacArthur
Nikita Khrushchev
Congress
United States
Senate
Geneva
Camp David
Memorial for Dr. Frank D Campbell Deserves Park Tribute
Hoover L Picklesimer urges Bessemer Borough Council to name the city park in memory of Dr. Frank D Campbell who served the community by delivering babies and caring for the ill. He argues a lasting memorial is overdue despite tributes to the late President and stresses the local debt of gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessemer
Pennsylvania
Frank D. Campbell
Hoover L. Picklesimer
Bible as the source of daily living and truth
The text extols the Bible as the most influential book for all people and urges systematic, enthusiastic study. It cites Paul to Timothy and Oregon Governor Mark Hatfield on using Scripture beyond worship, praying for daily guidance and application of God’s will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
Timothy
God
Mark O. Hatfield
Oregon
Father
Young Pennsylvanian Kenneth Lee Named Floor Leader
The 41 year old Kenneth B. Lee from Eagles Mere becomes the new Republican floor leader in the Pennsylvania House, a choice highlighting leaders from small towns over big urban centers. Historical notes compare prior leaders from Smethport, Aspinwall, Reading, Carmichaels, Slickville and upstate counties with Weiner of Philadelphia and Berger of Coudersport, underscoring the small town leadership trend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Capitol Hill
House of Representatives
Kenneth B. Lee
Lee
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh
Eagles Mere
Sullivan County
Scranton
House
Senate
Barrister Lee
GOP
Albert W. Johnson
Congress
Smethport
McKean County
Johnson
Williard F. Agnew
Agnew
Aspinwall
Allegheny County
Albert S. Readinger
Readinger
Reading
Berks County
Stephen McCann
Carmichaels
Greene County
McCann
Anthony J. Petrosky
Slickville
Westmoreland County
John H. Dent
Dent
Jeannette
Charles R. Weiner
Big City
Roland B. Mahany
Senator Berger
Coudersport
Potter County
Also Mentioned on This Page
The
NEW Castle News
News Company, A Corporation
North Mercer Street
New Castle
Richard E. Rentz
Dessie Treadwell Anderson
Fred Rentz
Eleanor Treadwell Payson
Leonard T. Kolasinski
James W. Trevitt
Ass’t Treas
Ass't
Oliver
Treas
Mgr
Butler
Beaver
Westenday
By Sydney J. Harris
James Kelier
Bible Thought
the President's Commission
By Holmes Alexander
Johnston
Leesy Oswald
Fidel
Minsk
Un-American Activities Committee
Hiss
Whittaker Chambers
Senate Internal Security Subcommittee
Owen Lattimore
Federal
Dick Russell
John Chamberlain
Gene Stone
By Mason Denison
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!