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Newspaper
Arcadia Journal
Location
Arcadia, California, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1918
Page
2
An Arcadia Journal editorial warns that a victorious Prussia would impose war indemnities worldwide. It cites Belgium and Bucharest as examples of looting and projects ongoing annual levies, arguing such plunder would follow any Prussian dominance.
The press hails Chas M Schwab and John D Ryan as heads of shipbuilding and airplane construction. It credits real builders over political management and asserts they will deliver results long awaited by labor and the public. President Wilson earns commendation for choosing practical executives.
A satire notes an imagined Los Angeles city ordinance banning corsets cosmetics liquor and many comforts. It envisions strict rules on clothing, socializing, and even hotel access, with shop closures from Saturday night to Monday morning, and predicts the measure will fail.
W H Farley of the National Cash Register Company urges continued newspaper advertising. He argues ads reach more people more often at lower cost and cautions against spending only a little and then blaming advertising. A Los Angeles corset ordinance is noted as possibly lacking a clear reason.
The message praises Arcadia for surpassing the Third Liberty Loan goal and plans to hang an honor flag. It urges continued contributions, noting future loans and personal sacrifice to back the war effort and defend freedom at home and abroad.
After a recent earthquake partly leveled Hemet and San Jacinto to the point of uninhabitability, these cities and the Hemet News appeal for outside relief. They cite losses across homes and businesses and seek $10,000 to $15,000 to aid those unable to help themselves, urging prompt Southern California support.
Wartime speaker urges a lasting Red Cross habit beyond single drives. He praises Red Cross service and efficiency, notes government needs, and urges continuous annual contributions via a fixed habit. He contrasts national tastes like movies and motoring with ongoing charity, calling for regular, planned giving to sustain relief efforts.
The piece argues that campaigns flood Southern California papers with free publicity materials but editors can no longer print them for free. It notes heavy postage and paper waste and says seekers must pay advertising rates or risk losing space, as papers rely on revenue from publicity.
In a No Man's Land shelter Private Leach, wounded with a broken leg, shares a grim moment with a Red Cross dog that guards his cap and aids his care. The dog’s loyalty and a fellow convalescent reveal wartime humor and Bond-like camaraderie amid hardship.
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