A Great Nation by W. A. C.

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Tacoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Jul 25, 1907

A Great Nation

By W. A. C.

SPEAKING of “Our Independence Day,” the Washington Times of July 4, says: “On this day, one hundred and thirty-one years ago, the Continental Congress declared a group of separate States independent of their mother country. The delegates to that congress did not themselves appreciate the potential fruits of their courage. Many, if not most, of them confidently expected ultimate reunion with the greater nation across the water, but out of their declaration has come the greatest power for general education, individual self-reliance, God-fearing personal character, helpful co-operation for the benefit of good government and influence for the peace and prosperity of the world which is known to history.” W. A. C.