12 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Glenwood Opinion
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
1
A narrator muses on a failed ruler who fled in others’ cars, suggesting an exile to another world. They speculate the devil sent a rival to Hollywener to offer a secretaryship, and urge sharpening tools for a future chance to seek justice for crimes against women.
The author frames Christmas 1918 as the greatest season next to the first, urging peaceful celebration and liberality. Shoppers should buy early to free Glenwood store clerks to enjoy the holidays, avoiding undue labor.
The piece argues that national progress stems from local initiative and consumer action. It urges citizens to circulate money, prepare a peace economy, and support gift giving wisely to boost employment before soldiers return.
The piece criticizes radical revolutionaries for lacking practical trade experience. It argues leaders often come from nonworking backgrounds, mocking a literary or academic path over hands on trades. It suggests true understanding of workers comes from having performed a useful job.
A labor party proposal is criticized as potentially class legislation favoring a privileged labor group. The argument notes unions pay higher wages than many workers and compares organized labor to historical guilds. It warns the plan could yield aristocratic government and sacrifice the nation to party interests.
A writer describes a proposed league where nations pool military power under league officers, retain forces for domestic suppression, and submit disputes to arbitration. The piece argues the ideal is magnificent but impractical, with immense difficulties yet worth pursuing despite unlikely full realization.
Washington gossip points to a fierce battle as Congress reasserts its role. War measures justified railroad and wireline control may become permanent policy, with Congress shaping fate independent of cabinet or president if needed.
The piece argues that the House will consider cabinet backed "congresa" methods on government ownership. It notes Colonel House and Mr. McAdoo and cabinet members oppose government ownership, while the Democratic party may not fully commit. It warns that McAdoo's departure could prompt careful scrutiny of the doctrine before adoption.
A discussion on government supervision of private industries growing to utility status. It argues that municipalization without fair compensation risks stifling invention and fair development, citing packaging and barber services as examples. It emphasizes safeguarding against private tyranny while noting the need for incentives to innovate.
The resignation of Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo shocks Washington as speculation swirls over his reasons. Observers note his influence, motives tied to personal fortune, and questions about his future in public ownership. The article contrasts McAdoo’s reputed mastery with the abrupt political departure.
Washington rumors place McAdoo resigning as a catalyst in debates over government ownership while insurgents gain support from Colonel House who split with Burleson months ago. The piece also notes a shift in German trade reliance and the idea that German tools and watches have entered American life as public concern rises.
A reflection on national character highlights Italian, French, Greek, German, and American strengths in creativity, precision, and practical invention. It credits Italian imagination with wireless telegraphy, praises German meticulousness, notes American resilience in catching up, and states the U S has begun producing what Germany once dominated in chemistry and dyes.
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