Quote from Stephen Decatur on national virtue
A famous line attributed to Stephen Decatur contrasts national pride with blind allegiance. It frames a patriotic stance urging balanced judgment of the United States in foreign affairs.
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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1917
Page
3
A famous line attributed to Stephen Decatur contrasts national pride with blind allegiance. It frames a patriotic stance urging balanced judgment of the United States in foreign affairs.
A fragment expresses that loyalty should lie with the United States, not foreign nations. It emphasizes unity, diverse origins, and support for the president, hoping for avoided war but asserting that if conflict arises, all citizens stand as Americans.
The Times announces new publishers Michael Berg and Leo Berg take over this week. They bring long experience to the office and promise efficient service and public-oriented work. The retiring publisher expresses gratitude for readers and friends and wishes continued friendship.
The Milwaukee Sentinel prints a patriotic letter from Akiwaukepans led by Walter Stern accusing Congressmen of disloyalty and misrepresenting Wisconsin and Milwaukee. The group pledges royal support to president and condemns foreign influence while praising American loyalty and urging officials to acknowledge当地 sentiments.
The text stresses national reform, a cosmopolitan nation, and preserving independence amid wartime influence. It argues the United States must defend minimal rights and freedom while remaining armed neutral, ready to act if necessary, and maintains resolve to align with broader global interests.
Fritz Kolb was arrested in a Hoboken hotel by secret service operatives. Sixteen Infernal machines were found in his possession as investigators probe an alleged plot to assassinate President Wilson.
The passage describes a nation's shift to world citizenship after a long period of thirty months of turmoil. It asserts an irreversible change affecting national fortunes while remaining part of a broader American identity. The piece frames this as a pivotal moment with no return.
When a child is prone to croup, give light easily digestible food to avoid an overloaded stomach. Watch for the first symptom of hoarseness and use Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at the onset. Obtainable everywhere.
Wisconsin claimants dispute the origin of the automobile as early history notes. The state offered a 10000 prize for a successful self propelled road vehicle, a 200 mile Green Bay to Madison trial followed. Now John J Staples is said to have received a patent on April 24 for an improvement in carriages propelled by mechanical powers.
Floods of serious height menace Tennessee Alabama Georgia North Carolina and Virginia. Worse floods are anticipated in the Mississippi valley when northern snows melt.
A Wisconsin health bulletin cites Brook Hospital data showing antitoxin on day one prevents deaths, while delays raise mortality. Dr Hoyt E Dearholt warns parents to seek swift physician help, sharing grim Wisconsin 1915 death figures and urging decisive action to protect children.
A playful exchange contrasts American and English views on a show. The Englishman applauds costumes as ripping while the American sides with clever lines and fair fairness in the performance.
A call to seize visible chances in the classified pages highlighting openings and opportunities. The note urges readers to review want ads for jobs, services, and immediate prospects.
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