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Newspaper
Hershey Press
Location
Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1914
Page
15
Hershey's Weekly, published every Thursday by the Hershey Printing Co in Hershey Pennsylvania, invites articles of interest and value. Advertising columns are open at regular rates. post office second class matter designation noted for entry.
In any great war the United States would need at least half a million volunteers with regulars and militia as the first line of defense. A national schooling in marksmanship is urged, as six months training makes a volunteer capable, with officers trained and reserves ready to shorten the period and avert potential national defeat.
Count Karolys, a Hungarian agitator visiting the United States, extols American public schools and democratic institutions praising their political and economic systems as unmatched in Hungary. He asserts U.S. institutions shape strong public schools and praises America’s organization and influence.
A Hungarian speaker expresses sorrow over emigration to the United States yet praises the American air of democracy. He argues Hungary should be grateful for the opportunity U S liberty provides and believes emigrants will spread democratic ideals back to Hungary, shaping a smaller America there.
The piece hails the United States for accepting mediation offered by South American republics, praising this act as a historic step toward ending war, starting disarmament, and inaugurating arbitration among nations, while noting Mexico’s vulnerability and railing at power.
George Manzenny argues city government erred by copying state and federal forms. He says designing urban systems to mirror partisan national politics hampers local reform and accountability. The piece critiques checks and balances for muting genuine oversight and responsibility.
An excerpt argues soldiers should receive basic trade instruction during service. It contends many veterans struggle to find skilled work after enlistments, cites excess unskilled labor supply, and suggests morning or afternoon classes would produce capable mechanics while keeping men out of mischief. It notes parental support and the appeal of military life to youths.
Three generations ago New England mill owners built safer mills with sound construction and fire equipment, cutting fire losses. The trend did not spread widely. In New York last year 12,955 fires occurred with many caused by carelessness such as cigarettes and matches. Dangerous trades produced only 24 fires from exploding chemicals and 4 from celluloid and films due to precautions.
A fragmented report notes some surgeons in the United States show willingness to learn from international peers while other doctors resist new ideas. The piece highlights variability in openness to global advances and ongoing changes in surgical practice.
The speaker argues for an open mind and admires Australian and American medical practice. He praises surgeons in Australia and America as among the best, noting global pilgrimages to their work. He contrasts with Paris where he decries some bungling and lauds Paris only modestly.
During occupation of Vera Cruz the occupying power may enact laws and continue municipal rules where possible. U S military officers follow the military code and Lieber instructions, with local authorities operating under command, under presidential orders final. The text notes Cuba and the Philippines as prior examples of military governance.
A reflective verse fragment speaks of trust, purity, care, strength, friendship, generosity, humility, and resilience. The speaker vows to rise above weakness and stay hopeful, facing foes with laughter and love.
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