History

In his book titled Sons of Providence, author Charles Rappleye tells the story of two brothers, John and Moses Brown, who figure prominently in early Rhode Island history. Both men were involved in many aspects of the early commercial and economic development of Rhode Island, but there was a sharp contrast between the two. John…

A Jessica Selby article in the Kent County Times describes yesterday’s celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday in local schools…Yesterday was Dr. Seuss’s Birthday and school children around the Valley took time out of their academic day to celebrate it…. Each year on March 2, millions of children nationwide join the National Education Association in celebrating…

If the choice had been his alone, Benjamin Franklin would have selected the turkey to be the symbol of the United States of America…For my own part I wish the Bald Eagle had not been chosen the Representative of our Country�For the Truth the Turkey is in Comparison a much more respectable Bird, and withal…

First, here is a worthwhile example of what Thanksgiving can mean in contemporary America. Contrast that with this jeremiad by someone who thinks Thanksgiving celebrates the oppressiveness of white European-types over Native Americans (don’t read it if you want to keep your teeth from grinding–though some of the comments are worth reading). (via Instapundit). Also,…