THE DUTY OF A NATION TO OBEY GOD -- EDITORIAL, The Washington Times

President Washington's Thanksgiving proclamation, 1789

Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor - and Whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me "to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving

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