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Editorial
October 25, 1787
The Daily Advertiser
New York, New York County, New York
What is this article about?
An editorial from Boston on October 17 urges the Massachusetts General Court to impartially and patriotically consider ratifying the American Constitution, viewing it as essential for independence, peace, liberty, and safety.
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BOSTON, October 17.
The General Court of this Commonwealth meet this day, at the State-House in this town.
Perhaps a greater opportunity for the display of philanthropy and genuine patriotism was never presented, than that now offered to the Legislature of this Commonwealth.
The American Constitution comes under their cognizance at a most auspicious moment. Freely, impartially, and as men who feel for their country, may they take up this momentous subject! and may the God of their Fathers inspire them with those disinterested and honest principles which shall enable them to decide upon this great business, not merely as citizens of Massachusetts, but as members of the great American Family!
Their constituents repose the fullest confidence in their superior judgment, their public spirit, and an anxiety to discharge their duty as men that must give an account at the supreme tribunal of Heaven.
May they therefore keep their minds unprejudiced, and open to conviction! A predetermined spirit on this occasion will preclude the admission of knowledge, and deprive the people of the blessings of Independence, Peace, Liberty and Safety, those great objects for which rivers of blood have been shed, and millions of treasure expended—these blessings appear to be suspended on our acceptance of that stupendous effort of human wisdom, the American Constitution.
The General Court of this Commonwealth meet this day, at the State-House in this town.
Perhaps a greater opportunity for the display of philanthropy and genuine patriotism was never presented, than that now offered to the Legislature of this Commonwealth.
The American Constitution comes under their cognizance at a most auspicious moment. Freely, impartially, and as men who feel for their country, may they take up this momentous subject! and may the God of their Fathers inspire them with those disinterested and honest principles which shall enable them to decide upon this great business, not merely as citizens of Massachusetts, but as members of the great American Family!
Their constituents repose the fullest confidence in their superior judgment, their public spirit, and an anxiety to discharge their duty as men that must give an account at the supreme tribunal of Heaven.
May they therefore keep their minds unprejudiced, and open to conviction! A predetermined spirit on this occasion will preclude the admission of knowledge, and deprive the people of the blessings of Independence, Peace, Liberty and Safety, those great objects for which rivers of blood have been shed, and millions of treasure expended—these blessings appear to be suspended on our acceptance of that stupendous effort of human wisdom, the American Constitution.
What sub-type of article is it?
Constitutional
What keywords are associated?
American Constitution
Massachusetts Legislature
Patriotism
Ratification
Liberty
Independence
What entities or persons were involved?
General Court
Legislature Of Massachusetts
American Constitution
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Ratification Of The American Constitution
Stance / Tone
Urging Impartial And Patriotic Support
Key Figures
General Court
Legislature Of Massachusetts
American Constitution
Key Arguments
Opportunity For Philanthropy And Patriotism In Considering The Constitution
Legislators Should Decide As Members Of The American Family
Constituents Trust Their Judgment And Public Spirit
Keep Minds Unprejudiced And Open To Conviction
Acceptance Of The Constitution Ensures Blessings Of Independence, Peace, Liberty, And Safety