Debunking the Fourth of July Myths About Independence
Historians reveal the Declaration of Independence was signed behind locked doors and not on July 4 1776. The document was drafted by Thomas Jefferson after June 7 1776, with signed copies and a final engrossed parchment dated August 2 1776 kept by the U.S. Department of State.
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United States Department of State
Gaillard Hunt
Edif
Library of Congress
Doctor Junt
Su Inquirer
George Mason
Virginia
Thomas Jefferson
Richard Henry Lee
Congress
Great Britain
Lee
John Adams
Benjamin Franklin
Roger Sherman
Robert R. Livingston
Jefferson
Thomas Jeferson
Hunt
Seventh
Department of State
The
United States
John Hancock
Charles ‘Thomson
Johm Adams
America
Charles Thomson
John Dunlap
Hancock
Journal of Congress
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Continental Congress
John Bull
Doctor Hunt
Monroe
Hving
They Believed in America Faith of the Founders
A reflective piece recalling 140 years since Americans asserted independence. It emphasizes belief in themselves, in manhood, and in America, urging modern readers to renew faith in the nation and its people amid criticism and global events.
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America
Atlantic
Momentous historical declaration and American rise
A sweeping reflection on American independence, noting its profound impact on world history. It asserts the United States has grown from coastal settlements to a vast nation exceeding 100 million people with extensive wealth and industrial energy, surpassing the old homeland.
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United States of America
Atlantic
Pacific
Tribute to the Declaration Praised by Buckle and Tyler
The historian Buckle lavishes praise on the Declaration calling it a noble document fit for display in royal nurseries and palace porches. Professor Tyler notes the Declaration has become a classic statement of political truths that may abolish kings or force them to change.
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Buckle
Tyler
Lessons From Paul At Thessalonica And Berea
The lesson reviews Paul’s journeys to Thessalonica and Berea, his method of public reasoning from the Scriptures, and the reception of the gospel. It notes his threefold approach to prove Christ from the Old Testament, the rise of opposition, and the Berean eagerness to study daily, with emphasis on Bible reading for all ages.
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Thessalonica
Berea
Saloniki
Silas
Timothy
Philippi
Christ
Peter
Jesus
Damascus
Thessalonian
Kilmer’s Swamp Root Praised by Druggists
A Col. Monroe Lynchburg Va druggist attests after twenty five years of selling Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root that customers report relief from rheumatism liver trouble and gravel. Notary confirms swearing to truth. Offer to send sample bottle for ten cents with booklet on kidneys and bladder and notice to mention the paper.
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Dr. Kilmer
12Th St
Col. Monroe
Lynchburg
Roethlein
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Adv
Marriage Adds New Stage to Public Speaking
A light exchange hints at a husband’s growing involvement in public speaking since marriage, contrasting college habits with domestic life and suggesting increased oratory activity in his current role.
Doctor’s Daughter Seeks Free Operation From Father
In a terse exchange from the courtly dialogues, Mrs. Youngwedd, described as a doctor’s daughter, asks if her father would operate for free. The response from Youngwedd is affirmative, noting willingness to perform the procedure at no charge.
Bluffman and Banks Pay Promise in Funny Barber Sketch
The Evening Transcript reports a comic scene where Bluffman asks to change a fifty while Bluffman owes ten, Banks agrees to exchange. Bluffman jokes about not paying until next week, creating a light, dated dialogue in a barroom setting.
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Hostor Evening Transcript
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad Claims American Made Quality
An advertisement promotes Red Cross Ball Blue as American made and the best quality for wash day, framing smiles as a result of using the product.
Its Meanness and a Leap Year War Tease
A wry exchange contrasts fate and gender with a leap year joke. One woman notes half the world’s men are away at war, leaving women unable to propose, while the other questions why women endure meanness from each other.
Browning’s Peculiar Eyes
A Boston Transcript excerpt describes Browning with one long focus eye and one short focus eye. It notes his ability to close either eye without squinting and his reading and writing with the single eye. It mentions a rare pain only once in childhood while imitating Shelley.
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Browning
Shelley
Boston Transcript
Confidence and Belief in America’s Wealth and Power
A New York Times excerpt argues Americans belittle their wealth and achievements, masking truth with modesty. It notes distrust of collective judgment, a temperament of daring and optimism yet lacking confidence, and suggests youth may be less confident.
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New York Times
In This Matter of Health with Winners and Losers
The article argues for choosing right eating to build sturdy bodies and keen brains. It urges cutting out rich indigestible foods in favor of elements known to support health and vitality.
Grape-Nuts Promotes Balanced Whole Grain Nutrition
The ad highlights Grape-Nuts as a balanced food made from whole wheat and barley. It claims the cereal provides all grain nutrients including minerals like phosphates essential for body and brain rebuilding.
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