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Editorial
February 21, 1795
Gazette Of The United States And Daily Evening Advertiser
Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
What is this article about?
Editorial from Philadelphia, February 21, praising the celebration of George Washington's birthday with genuine respect for his virtues, talents, and benefits to the country, as freemen rather than sycophants.
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PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 21.
The Anniversary of the President's Birth Day will be celebrated with those additional sentiments of respect which increasing years, and accumulating benefits conferred on his Country so justly merit, and inspire.
"Not with the indiscriminating adulation of slaves, who could not, with impunity, withhold the expression of their applause—But as the spontaneous effusion of freemen, determined to give their approbation to no man, however exalted, who does not deserve well of his country. Not, with the sentiment of courtiers and sycophants, to offer incense at the shrine of power, Not because he is the chief magistrate of a great nation—But for the display of those virtues and talents, which adorn his high station and do honour to Human Nature—will this tribute of unfeigned respect, esteem, and affection be paid, by his Fellow-Citizens and Countrymen, to George Washington."
The Anniversary of the President's Birth Day will be celebrated with those additional sentiments of respect which increasing years, and accumulating benefits conferred on his Country so justly merit, and inspire.
"Not with the indiscriminating adulation of slaves, who could not, with impunity, withhold the expression of their applause—But as the spontaneous effusion of freemen, determined to give their approbation to no man, however exalted, who does not deserve well of his country. Not, with the sentiment of courtiers and sycophants, to offer incense at the shrine of power, Not because he is the chief magistrate of a great nation—But for the display of those virtues and talents, which adorn his high station and do honour to Human Nature—will this tribute of unfeigned respect, esteem, and affection be paid, by his Fellow-Citizens and Countrymen, to George Washington."
What sub-type of article is it?
Moral Or Religious
What keywords are associated?
Washington Birthday
Presidential Virtues
American Respect
Freemen Praise
Human Nature Honor
What entities or persons were involved?
George Washington
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Celebration Of George Washington's Birthday With Respect For His Virtues
Stance / Tone
Respectful Praise Emphasizing Merit Over Power
Key Figures
George Washington
Key Arguments
Celebration Merits Additional Respect Due To Increasing Years And Benefits To The Country
Praise As Spontaneous Effusion Of Freemen, Not Adulation Of Slaves
Approbation Given Only To Those Who Deserve Well Of Their Country
Tribute For Virtues And Talents That Honor Human Nature, Not For Position Of Power