The only two references to "Dr. Burke, president of the American Historical Reference Society" that I can find are from Marijuanalibary.org and DU?
Not exactly a strong case. Good try, but no cigar, or joint as you may prefer. Don't bother with another response, weak discussions are not my interest.
For the record, I have smoked, and see no problem with the legalization of weed, but to make up history in that pursuit is demeaning.
Then f*ck off