Luncheon Tenddered by Insurance Company of North America to American Bar Association Phamplet
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Iced Honeydew Melon
Hearts of Celery Queen Olives
Salted Nuts
Luncheon Rolls Pennsylvania Creamery Butter
Delaweare Valley Chicken Salad
Lancaster County Sliced Ham Berks Country Potato Chips
Sherred Lettuce With Tomatoes
1776 Salad Dressing
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John Marshall and Philadelphia
The illistration is of Congress Hall, where John Marshall, later to become Chief Justice of the United States, read the immortal resolution of Henry Lee, shortly after the death of Washington, describing the Nation's leader as "first in war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his countrymen."
John Marshall was appointed Chief Justice by President Adams in 1801 and began a term in office which lasted until his death in 1835. Whith a record of 44 decisions involving constitutional equstions, he has become known in history as the Great Interpreter.
In 1802, one year after Marshall became Chief Justice, the Philadelphia Bar Association was organized. It is the oldest voluntary organization of laywers in the world. AMong the founders of the Assoication were friends of Marshall.
During his last illness, in his 80th year, John Marshall came to Philadelphia for medical aid. Here he died; and ledgend has it that the Liberty Bell cracked while tolling his death knell. 1955 Marks the 200th Anniversary of his birth.
Independence Mall. Extending three blocks norht from Independence Hallto Race Street, this project of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will provide a dignified setting for Independence Hall as well as an impressive approach to the "Birthplace of the Nation"
Independence National Historical Park. Authorized by Act of Congress in 1948 and being developed by the National Park Service of the U.S. Department of the Interior, this park will extend three blocks due east from Independence Square. Here will be preserved for the inspiration and enjoyment of the American people, many important buildings associated with the establishment of the United States as a free nation. It includes Independence Square and the Independence Hall group of buildings, custody of which were transferred to the Federal Government by the City of Philadelphia in 1951.
America's Birthplace, Today
1. Independence Hall
2. Congress Hall
3. City Hall
4.Philosophical Hall
5. Second Bank of the United States
6. Carpenter's Hall
First Bank of the United States
Merchants Exchange
St. Joseph's Church
Chirst Church
Franklin's Grave
Betsy Ross House
Insurance Company of North America
Insrucance Company of North America was founded in Independence Hall, Philadelphia, on November 19th, 1792. The founders of the Company met in the same room in which the Declaration of Independence was signed.
It is the oldest stock fire and marine insurance Company in the United States. Since its inception it has maintained constant and cordial relations with memebers of the Philadelphia and American Bar.
On September 13, 1940, the North America was host for a luncheon to the American Bar Asociation on the historic grounds at Valley Forge. It welcomes the opportunity to be host again during an Annual Meeting of the Association.
The North America exteneds its appreciation to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for making it possible to hold this luncheon on the Mall, so close to the birthplace of American Liberty and the birthplace of this company which was founded for the purpose of aiding the United States to maintain the Independence it fought to win.