of mankind, Enemies in War, in Peace Friends.

We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by the authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare.

That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States; that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown,

and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain is and ought to be totally dissolved;

and that as Free and Independent States, they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce,

and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States maythe thin wick extending from the rear of one of the paper wrapped rockets. The fuse was lit and sparks began to fly, as the rocket shot straight up in the air! Within seconds, there was a loud bang, and many different stars of all colors illuminated the dark sky!

The crowd cheered on, as the fireworks show had finally begun, thanks to Superboy!

After the show was over, Superboy flew back to rejoin Russ, and the two began to walk out of the park. Superboy suddenly spotted a group of kids, and he told Russ that he would meet up with him later. He wanted to spend some time getting to know kids, before he headed back to Russ’ house.

Mathew, Michael, and Madison were walking out of the park,