Excerpt from Statue of Henry Mower Rice; Erected in Statuary Hall of the United States Capitol by the State of Minnesota: Proceedings in Statuary Hall, in the Senate, and in the House of Representatives of the United States Upon the Unveiling, Reception, and Acceptance of the Statue of Henry Mower Rice From the State of Minnesota; Sixty-Fourth Congress
The presiding officer (mr. Frederick G. Ingersoll). Mr. Vice President, ladies, and gentlemen, the Legislature of the State of Minnesota, at its session in 1913, provided for the appointment of a commission to secure the erection, in this Hall, of a statue of one of its most distinguished citizens - henry mower rice. The completed statue is here for unveiling and installation, and it is with a great deal of satisfaction that we welcome the friends of Mr. Rice here today in such large numbers. Rev. James Shera Montgomery, of the Metropolitan Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church of this city, for many years a resident of Minnesota, will invoke the divine blessing.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Le informazioni nella sezione "Riassunto" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book opens a window into the life and times of Senator Henry Mower Rice, a renowned civic leader, and military veteran who played a pivotal role in the development of Minnesota. From his humble origins as a surveyor to his election as one of Minnesota's first United States Senators, the author chronicles Rice's dedication to building a thriving and just society. The book delves into Rice's significant contributions to land acquisition, education, and infrastructure, highlighting his unwavering commitment to the welfare of his adopted state. It also sheds light on Rice's pivotal role in forging treaties with Native American tribes, a testament to his diplomacy and cultural sensitivity. Through a detailed examination of Rice's personal and political life, this book provides a comprehensive account of a remarkable individual who left an enduring mark on Minnesota's history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781331217688_0
Quantità: Più di 20 disponibili
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781331217688
Quantità: 15 disponibili
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781331217688
Quantità: 15 disponibili