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THE OWL
July6 1947   Vol. 1, No [[?]]

INDEPENDENCE DAY

Today, Americans enjoy the four freedoms: Freedom of speech, Freedom of religion, Freedom of want and Freedom from fear. This was made possible by early settlers, who almost two hundred years ago came to America in search of freedom, in the true sense of the word.

Having arrived in America they still were bound to England, their mother country. Finally, after many dark days which resulted in hardships and disappointment, the thirteen colonies, which had been organized, were completely separated from England on July 4, 1776 by the Declaration of Independence. This gave them a natural right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. In reality this marked the birth of America.

This holiday has been, is being and will be celebrated throughout these United States as a national holiday. Let us not forget in our hours of celebration those few men who, as a result of their ideas and undaunted determination, made us a free and independent nation.
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THE NURSERY

Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Lockbourne Nursery could not be opened on July1; however, plans are being made for its opening at an early date. Under the able chairmanship of Mrs Beatrice Turner, the committee is working hard in order to open as soon as possible.

An appropriation of $500.00 was received from TAC during the month of June.

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O Liberty Bell, altho you are old,
You still resound in each heart & soul of patriotic daughters and sons.
So the Officers' Wives of Lockbourne salute you, Because we hold a place in this nation too As the women behind the men behind the guns!!

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