One was a shoemaker; surveyor; lawyer; jurist; lay theologian; and statesman. Two became president; one vice president. Over half were experienced in the legal profession. The majority were well off and; for their time; well educated. And when they came together in Philadelphia in 1787; they produced the framework for the most influential document in the history of the United States.Yet; says M. E. Bradford; the fifty-five original Framers of the U.S. Constitution didn't view themselves as demigods out to "invent" a country. Instead they tackled the nuts and bolts of constitution building by relying on a shared philosophical legacy inherited from more than 1;000 years of British history and culture.In this concise and valuable reference work—the only compilation of biographical sketches for all fifty-five Framers who attended the Philadelphia Convention—Bradford examines the Framer's constitutional theories; their visions for the newly founded union; and their opinions on ratification of the document that would address such paramount issues as national revenue; public debt; currency; removal of trade barriers between the states; and provisions for the common defense.Delving into the political and philosophical principles of the founders; Bradford illuminates their motives; thoughts; and actions and illustrates how their political decision-making was influenced by religion; education; environment; economic circumstances; and personal background.
#988459 in Books Butte John G 2015-08-25Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.00 x .69 x 8.00l; 1.34 #File Name: 0692491201304 pagesDarlene s Silver Streak and the Bradford Model T Girls
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. ride with the gypsy coedsBy Joel BjorlingThis is the story of a group of girls; who called themselves "gypsy coeds" that made a number of trips throughout the US in a 1926 Ford Model T. These trips were from the mid-1930s to the early 1940s. They included Mexico and Canada. The author purchased and restored the car. It is called the "silver streak" (the girls painted it silver). I became acquainted with him as he was researching the "coeds." Both of our mothers were among them. My mother was in the 1940 trip; and she frequently spoke of her trip in the "model-T" to the World' s Fair in San Francisco. She told about driving through the desert at night (wearing a ski jacket); sleeping in church yards; and pushing the car up a hill. Mom also met and got an autograph from Don Ameche (which I still have!) This story has lots of adventures; but it is also significant to the history of auto transportation. When the car was in its infancy; what was it capable of doing? Could it do long distance travel? This book is a memoir of youthful drive and enthusiasm; as well as very insightful planning.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Full of Amazement; Sighs and Laughs.By EtienneJohn's meticulous research has produced an evocative and entertaining account of the adventures of young women from central Illinois; in an era that made them true pioneers. As the stories unfold; the reader is drawn increasingly in--vicariously experiencing life on the open road. It is an amazing story of courage and conviction to achieve extraordinary goals.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent book; takes you around the country on various ...By Rick KeatingExcellent book; takes you around the country on various adventures with the charming small town girls. I live not too far from Bradford; IL so was able to relate to a lot of the things they talk about. This is the kind of book that just puts a smile on your face.
