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Newspaper
Mckean Democrat
Location
Smethport, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1920
Page
1
The piece laments U S reaction to President Wilson being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize and notes the Geneva League of Nations request for him to mediate Armenia. It argues patriotism is strained by partisan tactics and claims a global view honors Wilson while domestic critics mock him.
A convoluted wartime column rails at peace activists, immigrant groups, and foreign born Americans. It accuses some of seeking U S split loyalties while urging readers to resist foreign influence and stop exporting arms. The piece portrays a tense debate over loyalty and national policy during a period of global conflict.
The Argentine delegation withdrew from the Geneva League Assembly in regret and calm acceptance. Observers note it as an attempt to shield Germany while Argentina remained neutral in World War I. President Figueroa Trejoen guided stifling pro Allied sentiment and Argentina had been invited to join the League after its founding. Olean Herald.
A special message attributed to Constantine argues he was never pro German despite claims from 1914 after Belgium’s invasion. The piece notes American memory of that August Kaiser message and accuses him of assisting the Kaiser while Greece’s throne stood.
The League of Nations has adopted a policy on economic blockades. Any blockade decision must be made by the League Council with unanimous support and is binding on all members. The United States would face a heavy obligation if it joins, including consent to blockades and potential troop commitments only if the Council requests under League authority.
Voltaire’s axiom about a people getting the government it deserves is revisited by Sir Philip Gibbs in this issue. The piece discusses Ireland’s crisis, American public opinion, and the balance between representative government and the will of the majority, asking where responsibility for government begins and ends.
Obituary notes poet Tom Tarrington Stg, once a legendary figure in Porter's literary circles, died after a brief illness at age 24. Born at nine, he sailed with Uncle Sam as a gunboat crew member, later pursuing writing that mixed myth and realism. His work inspired both belief and doubt across the nation.
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