Baptist Minister Francis Bellamy (1855 - 1931) wrote the original Pledge in August 1892.
He was a Christian Socialist. In his Pledge, he is expressing the ideas of his first cousin, Edward Bellamy, author of the American socialist utopian novels, Looking Backward (1888) and Equality (1897).
Individuals using, transporting or selling illegal fireworks can be arrested, their cars confiscated and their businesses closed. The NYPD offers up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of persons possessing or distributing fireworks.
On this July Fourth, City Island Images wishes to acknowledge all the members of our military and every one of our public servants by sending this open message offering our deepest gratitude.
Thanks to all of you who protect our country. We are reminded today of your service and how it translates into our continued freedom.
Since freedom is not free, we would like to offer our deepest thanks to those currently serving, as well as all those veterans who proudly served in years past.
May God bless you and protect you all.
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I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands: One Nation under God, indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for all.
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for New York City until 8PM tomorrow.
These conditions are dangerous to health. Avoid strenuous activity. People without air conditioning, older adults and people with chronic health conditions are most at risk.
Cooling Centers will be open tomorrow. For locations, hours, and more information on avoiding heat illness, visit www.bit.ly/NYCHeatAQI or you may also call 311.
HAPPY 236th BIRTHDAY USA. Some Areas Still Without Power, Like 1776
Scattered power outages after storm have changed some celebrations in many ways.
PHYSICISTS REPORT A SUBATOMIC BREAKTHROUGH. The God Particle.
The world's biggest atom smasher has discovered the new long-sought Higgs boson known as the "God particle."
ANDY GRIFFITH FORMED RURAL AMERICA. A Vision That Endures.
He spread the notion, begun by Thomas Jefferson, that the very best of us was contained in the rural life.
PRESIDENT HONORS TROOPS. US Naturalization Ceremony.
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ISLAND CURRENT FLEET UPDATE
Author: Capt. Chris (captchris@islandcurrent.com)
We have been fishing everyday with multiple boats. The porgy fishing has been good with some exceptional days in between. There are still some quality sea bass mixing into the catch. Pool fish has ranged from 3 to 3 1/2 pounds daily. Sailing everyday at 8 AM for PORGIES & SEA BASS.
How Crude I am, and yet-
with little care I can write
about the flowers and their
scent within the air.
My rough and ready ways mask
my love for things that bring
Peace and Joy to all Mankind.
How simple it can be to make
Peace, instead of claiming victory.
But yet, we fail to see how fragile
life can be.
With all life's pain and sorrow-
you would think Mankind would want
a Joyous tomorrow.
BY CITY ISLANDER, Jim Mullarkey
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