Sesqui Cenennial Exposition Plans Set for 1923 in Philadelphia
Victor Rosewater reflects on the upcoming sesqui centennial celebration of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. He notes Independence Hall Liberty Bell and historic artifacts, outlines plans for a world exposition at Fairmount Park, and urges international participation to showcase progress in science, art, and industry.
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Victor Rosewater
Tiladelphia
Philadelphia
Independence Hall
Lower
Chestnut Street
Continental Congress
John Hancock
George
Thomas Jefferson
Republic
Moore
Harding
Independence Hall Through the Years Milestones
A chronological outline traces Independence Hall from 1729 when funds were voted for a meeting house to 1865 when Abraham Lincoln lay in state, with key events including ground breaking, occupancy, the Declaration chamber, and the 1876 Centennial. The building is kept faithful to its original appearance.
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Assembly of Pennsylvania
Washington
United
Lafayette
United States
Abraham Lincoln
Independence Hall
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Sesqui-Cntennial
U.S.A
Olornerweood & Lingerwdod
Europe
ESB
Goodyear
Laer
Putnam
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