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Posted on 10/15/2004 11:51:19 PM PDT by snippy_about_it
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 General Hugh Mercer helped shape American history. His father, Reverend William Mercer, took over the charge of Pitsligo Parish Church in 1720 at the age of 26. He, assisted by his wife Ann Monro, breathed new life into Rosehearty and the parish. In fact the fisherfolk took a great interest in this new minister's evangelical style and the attendance rose dramatically. In 1726 Ann gave birth to a son, whom they called Hugh. The child was christened in the manse of Pitsligo by his uncle, then minister at Forgue. At the age of 18 this lad graduated from Marischal college as a doctor. That was in 1744 and the following year young Mercer was drawn by the excitement of the exiled Stuart returning to take back his throne. Fired with an emotional drive at the prospect of a successful Jacobite cause Mercer became an assistant surgeon in the Prince's army. Ironically, Hugh's grandfather Sir Robert Monro was a commander in the Hanovarian army. His mother Ann was torn asunder. Her father was in the King's army and now her son had joined the rebel forces. Both parents were angered and bitterly opposed his actions but he went just the same. He never forgot the horrific butchery he witnessed at Culloden and these memories had a staggering effect on the youthful doctor. In 1747 he left for America where he carried on his profession. He became an Indian fighter and the legends began to grow. When Colonels Hugh Mercer and George Washington met for the first time they bonded a friendship that endured till the end. Promotion came fast for both men. Douglas Freeman, an important military biographer, wrote in his work on Washington, that Brigadier General Hugh Mercer's magnitude was such that have been Washington's superior. In 1761, on the advice of Washington, Hugh opened an apothecary shop in Fredericksburg - It has been preserved to his memory. American history began to take shape in a backroom within that building, as George Washington, now commander-in-chief of the revolutionary forces, appointed Mercer as one of his four generals in June 1776. The American War of Independence began.  However, he died the same cruel death as his Highland comrades at Culloden when, on the 12th of January 1777, nine days after he stood rallying his troops at the ferocious battle of Princeton, the British bayonet ended his life with a painful thrust under his left arm; but he had already carved a far greater legend that lives on In his adopted country to this very day. The freedom he fought for is the USA and succeeding generations of his family have kept up his fight for justice. General George Smith Patton was one of them. Known as "old blood and guts", this fearless general was renowned for a quick temper and was outspoken when he saw cause for it. His determination earned him the reputation as America's best commander of armed forces in history.  Hugh Mercer's father and mother are buried at Rosehearty cemetery close by the church William served so well for 47 years. Little did they know their son, whom they thought had brought disgrace, would bring great honour as one of America's greatest generals.      |
Hi Feather. Caught back to Eastern time yet?
Yupper running on Daylight saving time, by the way will go back to Standard time the end of this month. Oh me, another adjustment to endure. :-)
On This Day In History
Birthdates which occurred on October 16:
0042BC Tiberius Claudius Nero Roman emperor (14-37)
1758 Noah Webster lexicographer (Webster's Dictionary)
1816 William Preston Brig General (Confederate Army), died in 1887
1825 Thomas Turpin Crittenden Brig Genl (Union volunteers), died in 1905
1851 James Ten Eyck champion rower/coach (Ten Eyck Trophy namesake)
1851 William Preston "Wild Bill" Longley a Psychopathic gunfighter is born in Texas
1854 Oscar Wilde [Fingal O'Flahertie Wills], Dublin, (Pic of Dorian Gray)
1863 Sir Austen Chamberlain British Foreign Secretary (Nobel 1925)
1886 David Ben-Gurion Plonsk Poland, 1st PM of Israel (1948-53, 55)
1888 Eugene O'Neill NYC, dramatist (Desire Under the Elms-Nobel 1936)
1890 Paul Strand NYC, photographer (Native Land-1942)
1898 Arthur H Dean lawyer/advisor to FDR
1898 William O Douglas Maine, US supreme court justice (1939-75)
1905 Rex Bell Chicago, cowboy (Cowboys & Injuns)
1908 Enver Hoxha post-war leader of Albania (1944-85)
1913 Alice Pearce NYC, comedienne/actress (Gladys Kravitz-Bewitched)
1921 Linda Darnell Dallas, Tx, actress (Unfaithfully Yours, 2nd Chance)
1921 Michael Conrad Washington Hgts NY, actor (Delvecchio, Hill St Blues)
1925 Angela Lansbury London England, actress (Mrs. Iselin-The Manchurian Candidate,Jessica-Murder She Wrote)
1927 Gunter Grass Germany, novelist/poet (The Tin Drum)
1927 Lee Montague London England, actor (Uncle Sasha-Holocaust)
1931 Charles W Colson presidential adviser, Watergate figure
1937 Tony Anthony Clarksburg WV, actor (Treasure of 4 Crowns)
1940 Dave DeBusschere Detroit, NBA foward (NY Knick)/last ABA commissioner
1941 Tim McCarver baseball catcher (NY Mets)/sportscaster (ABC, CBS)
1944 Johnny Washbrook Toronto, actor (Ken-My Friend Flicka)
1946 Suzanne Somers San Bruno Calif, actress (3's Company, Step by Step)
1947 Bob Weir guitarist (Grateful Dead-Uncle John's Band)
1958 Tim Robbins actor/Moral Midget (Bull Durham, Cadillac Man)
1959 Gary Kemp rocker (Spandau Ballet-True)
1962 Manute Bol NBA center (Golden State Warriors)
1969 Wendy Wilson singer (Wilson-Philips-Hold On)
1978 Abel Talamantez Texas, singer (Menudo-Cannonball)
OU and OSU both have games on TV today.
How's it going, Snippy?
Yep, if it don't freeze on us. Only have one side of the house left to paint and some post covers to build for the front porch. Am going out to start on the covers in a few minutes here.
In an astounding leap o' faith I have scheduled the final inspection for Mondau AM. If it goes like my daughters final, the inspector showed up, looked around and said nice job folks.
I will post a couple before and after pics when done.
I sure hope you all can get open by Turkey Day, maybe cash in on some of that there Christmas gift giving spirit. Maybe y'all be so busy that you would have to cut back a bit on the freepin. (shudder shudder shake shake)
Regards
alfa6 ;>}
Read: Revelation 21:1-5
Here we have no continuing city, but we seek the one to come. —Hebrews 13:14
Bible In One Year: Isaiah 47-49; 1 Thessalonians 4
In wintertime, a condition known as a "whiteout" sometimes occurs along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The air becomes so filled with powdery snow that you can't see more than a few feet ahead. You feel totally helpless, especially if you're driving, and that's what we were doing on a bitterly cold December day.
Our family had been invited to my sister's house for Christmas dinner. As we headed west toward Lake Michigan, the weather became treacherous, but we made it to our destination. Later, however, as we were driving home after dark, the situation grew even worse. The expressway was covered with ice, traffic slowed to a crawl, and several cars were in the ditch. Then all at once we were enveloped by a brief whiteout. Believe me, it was frightening. After a slow, tedious journey, we finally reached Grand Rapids and pulled into our driveway. I think every member of the family said, "I'm sure glad to get home!"
I wonder if we'll have a similar feeling when we enter heaven. The dangerous "whiteouts" of our earthly journey will be over. The temptations, stresses, and failures will all be in the past. Best of all, we'll be safe with our Savior.
Yes, we'll be so glad to get home! —Dave Egner
Good morning EGC.
I like the gecko! Mornin' alfa6.
Good morning feather.
Dang it. Now I'm going to have that tune in my head all day!
Awwww. Thanks for the encouragement feather.
hugs, duckie/sw
That was the plan but we sure will be pushing it. Come hell or high water we will push for December 1st!
Maybe y'all be so busy that you would have to cut back a bit on the freepin. (shudder shudder shake shake)
We feel the same way. We'll do our best.
Nice reading today Mayor. Thank you.
Good morning sw and duckie!
Wonderful read. You can't help but appreciate the blood of freedom that flows in America today (Michael Moore types excluded) when you read the mindset of Mercer. This guy epitomizes the backbone of the colonial revolution. Thank God for men like Mercer who came to the colonies and forged a great nation. Great read!
Wonderful read. You can't help but appreciate the blood of freedom that flows in America today (Michael Moore types excluded) when you read the mindset of Mercer. This guy epitomizes the backbone of the colonial revolution. Thank God for men like Mercer who came to the colonies and forged a great nation. Great read!
FR server caused the double posting. I'd NEVER do that! Oh the shame! ;^)
PS Please answer only #37 or #38 . . . not both.
Yeah, It's like, just pick a time and stay with it already!
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