In August 1906, Roosevelt ordered the Public Printer to use simplified spellings in1574 federal documents and messages to Congress.
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Amen! You tell 'em. While dictionary publisher #NoahWebster played the largest role in establishing American spelling differences throughout the early 19th century, it was #POTUSTheodoreRoosevelt who officially championed these specific changes in federal documents in 1906.
Dictionary Day - Contemporaries dismissed Noah Webster's work, but his tenacity—his dictionary took 27 years to complete—made our language what it is today.
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It's National Dictionary Day! Chosen to honor the birthday of Noah Webster, the American lexicographer who created the first American dictionary, this day is a celebration of learning and language. #DictionaryDay #NoahWebster #💙📚 #Booksky
OCTOBER 16 NATIONAL DICTIONARY DAY
National Dictionary Day, October 16, commemorates the birthday of Noah Webster, emphasizing learning while using dictionary skills to increase vocabulary.
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On this day in history in 1828, Noah Webster published his "American Dictionary of the English Language," shaping American English vocabulary and spelling.
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🔴1828 First American Dictionary: its author Noah Webster registers its copyright for publication
🔴1841 1st detective story published, Edgar Allan Poe's "Murders in Rue Morgue" (April 1841)
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Good morning #booksky! 🌞
QOTD. Do you know of any literary events that happened on this day?
QOTD. Have you read any books from today's list?
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“The British and the Americans are two great peoples divided by a common tongue." (George Bernard Shaw)
📖 #OTD in the History of #Literature 14 April 1828, #NoahWebster registered his first American dictionary for copyright and publication.
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