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Coming up this Sunday, Feb. 22, we mark the occasion of the birthday of General George Washington, first president of these United States, hero of our glorious revolution, and father of our country. In this portentous year, as we all stand ready to observe the 250th anniversary of American Independence, it is appropriate that we do particular honor to the memory of our illustrious founder, over and beyond that ample tribute ordinarily offered him at this time.
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