Harding Speech of Acceptance A New Keynote
Warren G. Harding accepts the Republican nomination and urges party governance over personal rule. He outlines defense of tariffs, merchant marine, a small army, woman suffrage, a strong budget, and cautious world engagement while preserving American sovereignty and economic growth. He pledges unity with Congress and cautions against entangling alliances and drastic reforms.
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Salient Points in Speech of Acceptance
The speaker pledges fidelity to country and God and accepts the Republican nomination for president. He stresses the human element for wage earners, rejects class politics, endorses collective bargaining, condemns currency overexpansion, and advocates deflation. He calls for peaceful, prompt action by a Republican congress and cabinet, with reduced arms and a capable vice presidency.
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Enfranchisement and the call for loyal lawfulness
The speaker argues for constitutional fidelity and orderly government, honoring four million fallen defenders, aiding the disabled, and supporting women's suffrage. They urge swift ratification of equal suffrage and challenge opponents to embrace enlarged citizenship, affirming confidence in the republic amidst external or internal threats.
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Run-Up Wedding: Southern Mississippi Custom Cranked Spectacle
A historical wedding custom from southern Mississippi involved a groom selecting riding companions who would race to his bride’s home. Outrigers cleared the path as horses, tassels, waxed mustaches, and dust signaled the arrival for a ceremonial brief ride and then the minister’s ceremony followed by a wedding breakfast.
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Inducement Tale Of A Beautiful Country House
A narrator describes a charming small house and garden with fruit, vegetables, and hens. A friend asks how the owner afforded such a fine place, and the host hints he bought it after the property went on sale. The wife likewise is impressed, leaving him speechless.
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Dance Invitation Echoes In a Youthful Moment
A fragment recalls a young man asking someone to a dance and a reply naming John as the companion. The scene hints at social nerves and overheard plans as a nearby listener becomes aware of the exchange.
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