The Story Behind Fourth of July Celebrations
A Kansas City Star essay recalls that independence was won with careful debate and a measured declaration. It notes Lee's June resolution, Jefferson's draft, and the July 4 adoption and public reading, with signatures added through August, marking a cautious path to nationhood.
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United States
Tmz
Philadelphia
Richard Henry Lee
Congress
United Colonies
Great Britain
Washington
James Otis
Boston
Virginia
Catses
Lee
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
Benjamin Franken
Roger Sherman
Robert Livingston
Jefferson
John Hancock
Charles Thomson
Thomas McKean
Delaware
Hancock
Thomson
Ondaly & Washington
Statehouse
Patrick Henry: Oratory Shaping Early American Freedom
Elizbeth Ellicott Poe in the Washington Post notes Patrick Henry defined American freedom through eloquence from 1763 Parsons Cause to 1785 push for colonial rights. His lineage ties to Robertson and Brougham situate him among notable founders. Mason praised him as the continent’s leading speaker and virtues as Rome’s, with his famous Give me liberty or give me death a peak of oratory and influence.
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America
Elizabeth Ellicott Poe
Washington Post
Patrick Henry
Hanover County
Old Dominion
Hall of Fame
Henry of Studley
William Robertson
Stotland
Lord Brougham
Winston
Iglish Familly
Henry
Continental Congress
George Mason
Rome
Nike
Weight of Liberty Bell Details
The Liberty Bell in Independence Hall Philadelphia weighs 2080 pounds. The bell remains a preserved historic artifact in the iconic American landmark.
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Independence Hall
Philadelphia
Strong Favorite of Quilt Makers
The Irish Chain quilt pattern is described with its blocks, colors, and construction details. It notes two nine inch blocks, seven Dinck blocks across the top, nine on the side, and a finish around 72 by 90 inches. Information and a pattern book offer are included, with address and reply details.
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Dept. D
Nineteenth and
St. Louis Ave
St .Louis
Brief column notes on a humorous tale
A compact humorous anecdote recounts a playful misunderstanding. The piece centers on a character’s misread cue and a friendly escalation that ends with an abrupt, lighthearted twist. No one is harmed. the mood stays gentle and witty.
Fiery Death Tales From Mihara Crater Specters Draw Visitors
Villagers on Oshima island report ghostly images of three girls after a Mihara crater death spree. Within days Tokyo officials tightened access, mandating land checks and round trip fares as more men leap into the fiery pit. Police and officials express pessimism about curbing the death by own action craze.
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Mihara
Japan
Oshima
Asihara
Nushi
Tokyo
Motorist Crashes Through Door Lands in Parlor
A motorist rammed the front door of a residence and crashed into the parlor where a woman was seated reading. He managed to maintain some courtesy by removing his hand before assistance arrived.
Dizzy Dean Winners Ring Awarded at Member Pin Ceremony
Members celebrated Dizzy Dean Winners with a slide for a putout and a ring presentation. The event recognized achievement with a Dizzy Dean Winners Ring and membership pin.
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Dizzy Deon
Prien
Dizzy Dean
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Hanks
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