Intelligent Patriotism and American Ideals on Independence Day
The piece argues for disinterested citizenship and active service beyond mere patriotism. It emphasizes knowing America, honoring its history, and defending minority rights against majority despotism. It calls for enlightened patriotism, education about liberty, and faithful adherence to constitutional principles as the nation approaches the Fourth of July.
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Dr. Johnson
Indianapolis News
Apostle
Jim
America
Beautiful Independence Hall in Philadelphia Holds Noble Memories
Robert Shackleton reviews Independence Hall as a serene, balanced Philadelphia landmark of 1729 design. He praises its Palladian doorway, clock tower, Liberty Bell inscription, grand stairs, and chestnut street facade with high keystones, calling the building noble, dignified, and richly storied.
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State House
Philadelphia
Independence Hall
Sir Walter Scott
Washington Irving
Scott
America
Dickens
John Hancock
Walter Scott
Great Britain
Boston
Annapolis
Independence
Benneath
Supreme Court
Chestnut Street
Robert Shackleton
Constitution Goes Into Effect In 1789
The federal Constitution was framed by the constitutional convention in Philadelphia from May 24 to September 17, 1787 and went into effect March 4, 1789 after being ratified by eleven states. North Carolina and Rhode Island ratified later on November 21, 1789 and May 20, 1790 respectively.
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Philadelphia
North Carolina
Rhode Island
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Detroit Free Press
Congress
United States of America
Senator Knox
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