Asa Dodge Smith
âAn Address, Delivered At A Re-union Of The Sons Of Weston, July 4, 1853â captures a moment in 19th-century American social and community life. Delivered by Asa Dodge Smith, this address provides insights into the values, sentiments, and historical consciousness of the residents of Weston, Massachusetts, during a period of significant social and political change. The oration reflects on the town’s heritage, the significance of Independence Day, and the bonds that unite its citizens.Smithâs address offers a window into the local history of Weston and the broader themes of American identity and civic engagement. This historical document is valuable for researchers, historians, and anyone interested in the social fabric of 19th-century America and the enduring spirit of community.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.