We the people, in order to form a more perfect union...

On this day, September 17th, in 1787 (225 years ago!) the United States Constitution was finalized and signed. Here are some great websites to browse for more info:

• From the US National Archives
• A website dedicated to Constitution Day
• HeinOnline World Constitutions Library- for United States (if you're off campus, please log-in with your name and library barcode)

Any other websites you found useful for celebrating Constitution Day? Share with us in the comments below!

We have two new book displays up on the 14th floor of the Law Library.  The first celebrates Women's History:

Our second March display celebrates the Red Cross and other non-profit organizations committed to helping others:

Infamous gun slinging outlaw "Billy the Kid" (a.k.a. William H. Bonney) was said to have been killed today at Fort Sumner, New Mexico by Sherriff Pat Garrett.  He is said to have killed more than 25 men all by the ripe old age of 21.

For more information on this American Gunfighter click here.