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Newspaper
Mckean Democrat
Location
Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1919
Page
2
Owing to rising costs the Democrat will advance advertising rates after January 1st. The move aims to avoid a deficit for the coming year and ensures a minimum profit. The new display rate is 12 cents per inch.
Editorial notes that President Wilson, though very sick, maintained a keen mind and grasp on vital matters. It reports that Mexico released American consular representative Jenkins at Pueblo in response to U.S. demands, easing bilateral tensions after Carranza authorities had Jenkins arrested.
The author calls Smethport to unite business efforts to become a regional trading center once improved roads arrive. Proposes a multifunction community building for rest, games, reading and dancing, plus designated shopping nights and open-air bands. Also recalls a 1908 Brest incident and U.S.-France-Wilson allied support.
An editorial railing against the US Senate for refusing to ratify the postwar treaty while Allied powers push toward confrontation with Germany. It emphasizes Americans’ duty in Europe, the sacred soil of veterans’ memory, and warns that peace hinges on sustained action. quotes In Flanders Fields to underline the call to uphold promises.
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