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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1917
Page
4
A historical reflection on the approaching end of World War I, urging national unity and a shared vision. It argues Germany’s crimes demand moral resolve and war to secure freedom for smaller nations. It frames America’s entry as guardianship of honor and global humanity, calling for steadfast resolve.
The article weighs two possibilities for ending the fighting on the western front. It notes censorship shields real German conditions and describes the Hindenburg line penetration as a retreat to shorten the front. It projects that a full expulsion of Allied forces could take five years, unless internal German troubles arise and prompt American intervention.
The article argues that a swift Allied victory over Germany is unlikely. It states the German and Allied militaries are comparable in strength and that loans and food aid from America cannot win the war. It asserts only fighting men can force a breakdown of Germany from within.
The article argues for a censorship clause in the espionage bill advocating government transparency to the public. Representative McCormick, with newspaper background, supports curbing sensitive military moves while allowing broader war reporting. It contends newspapers serve as the people’s channel to inspect government actions and expose failures like embalmed beef.
A wartime public tribute by Major W E P French salutes France and the American alliance. He vows loyalty and support for French fighters and the cause of liberty, praising France’s brave dead and the shared struggle for democracy and victory. The salute culminates with Vive la France and a pledge to stand by France.
Ten thousand people in New York welcomed the French war ships crew escorting the French high commission. The sailors marched in and were met with cheers as the band played the Marseillaise. Flags waved and voices cried vive La France and vive La Amerique.
A reflective piece argues Americans are morally and physically unready for war. It denounces wealth, outsourcing effort, and a reliance on substitutes, urging youth to train their bodies, embrace hard living, and adopt preparedness as a national moral duty. The author warns only a great war can forge a stronger character and nations must decide if the country will remain unready.
Betty remarks she should not play with dolls as she is growing into womanhood. her mother asks why. The exchange highlights a child’s self awareness and parental concern about gendered behavior.
A reader from Amberg Wisconsin reports a severe winter cough was cured after using Foley's Honey and Tar. The letter endorses the product for coughs colds croup and whooping cough and mentions Mann Drug Co as supplier.
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