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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1919
Page
3
Subscription rates listed for Graellin post office show $2.00 for some plans and $1.00 and $0.20 for others as per local notice, reflecting varied charges.
A writer argues against the League of Nations, noting critics who later proved astute. The piece claims the League benefits France, Italy, and England more than the United States and questions America's role after World War I. It speculates on historical implications if a league had existed in 1776.
An unsigned essay argues against joining the proposed League of Nations, warning the United States would be outvoted and surrender its independence to five European leaders. It recalls 1776 and questions whether Americans understand the stakes, urging explanation before ratification and noting future wars would require human nature change. It contrasts Wilson’s plan with the British draft and highlights debts and leverage among nations.
Wasson publisher of the Mallard Independent and Mallard postmaster has spent two months publishing insults against German Catholics in Mallard. Rev. John J. Neppel of St. Marys church replied calmly to slander, reflecting the town’s Protestant and Catholic unity amid his efforts to provoke sectarian tensions.
In Emmetsburg Sunday evening March 16th Father Kelly gave a historical and highly instructive address at the St Patrick program. He spoke on Ireland's persecuted faith and British despotism, praising Irish resilience and noting God’s justice. He was praised for his scholarly eloquence and long service as pastor of Hstherville and Graettinger, building up churches and earning warm regard.
Shoe repair ad promises best material in town and firm workmanship with a guarantee and prompt service near the barber shop by W. I. Stevens. Also a bungalow for sale built in 1917 with oak and yellow pine interior, basement 26 by 40, offered by M. T. Axelton in Graettinger. W H Grace sale postponed to Friday March 28 with livestock offerings.
The Jensen Auto Company unloaded a car of Chevrolet automobiles at the start of the week. The shipment consisted of five machines. The Chevrolet is reported to be giving splendid satisfaction as sales have risen in recent weeks. Mr. Jensen reports several sales in the past weeks.
Thank you message extends gratitude to friends for kindness sympathy and help during recent bereavement from Mrs C C Blakely Mrs E J Postma Mrs Louie Graéttinger and Miss Alma Meéthlin.
The West Bend Journal was sold to Trank Koch of Emmetsburg who will assume leadership on April first. Koch, a skilled printer and former Democrat office employee in Emmetsburg for almost eleven years, is expected to deliver an excellent publication to West Bend readers. The retiring publisher’s plans are not yet known.
The Times wishes success to both the new and old editor of the West Bend Journal. Frace has been mustered out and has become a strong, husky gentleman after leaving Gracttinger two years ago. He enjoyed abroad but is glad to return to the United States. Mrs. Clara Thompson spent Tuesday at Emmetsburg.
Clifford Johnson, son of P. G. Johnson, arrived home from a trip, reuniting with family in this community notice.
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