01 Apr 1914
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Newspaper
Fergus Falls Ugeblad
Location
Fergus Falls, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1914
Page
1
A faction from Park Region Luther College argues against public license funding as crude and unjust, urging taxation. They claim dry policy supports decient city administration and note the college’s $60,000 nine month stake in local trade, urging continuation of last year's no-license stance.
The essay defines ethics as right conduct and duty to self and others, urging citizens to pursue moral thoughtfulness to decide on saloons. It argues voters must oppose saloons when they harm character and public morals, stressing civic duties beyond self-interest and the role of voting in this American practice.
Max Wordelman, pastor, argues against licensing in Fergus Falls. He claims the city can close a no license year in good shape and questions citizens’ right to vote for a license, asserting license funds harm youth and public welfare. He denounces license supporters as unworthy citizens and calls for protecting children and city funds.
A union meeting is set for Monday evening April 6 at 8 o clock in the Lyceum Theatre. Short addresses by Rev Ylvisaker Prof Ristad Dr Cole Supt Franklin and others in English. A chorus of about 70 voices and the Glee Club of Park Region College Harmony Four of Northwestern College will sing. The Park Region Band will perform selections. All voters are invited to attend.
Fergus Falls Public Schools Superintendent GEO A. FRANKLIN urges a dry election, arguing no license protects boys and girls by removing temptation, noting many children lack proper food and clothing and miss education due to saloon spending. He cites experiences in wet and dry cities, claiming dry advantage.
Pastor J Moody of Swedish Lutheran Church appeals to Fergus Falls voters in a dry town manifesto arguing saloons ruin churches and schools, drain city funds, and harm youth. He urges closing all rum shops, promoting sobriety, prosperity, and godliness while urging alternatives to liquor revenue.
Dr A B Cole pledges strict enforcement of existing laws regardless of wet or dry status. He calls for tax relief and municipal economy, proposing two police hires, a city attorney salary of 300 dollars, lower electricity and water costs with a 10 percent rebate, a fair yearly license approach, and a three year gap before license reissue. He also supports a seven mill tax limit and controlled city expenses.
Post Civil War Tennessee began temperance push led by Rev Dr Scomp who introduced a bill banning liquor sales within a mile of schools. The battle pits Christian principle against the rum trade, which defends its financial interests while temperance forces mobilize.
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