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Newspaper
New Oxford Item
Location
New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1915
Page
9
An editorial denounces tainted politics and self service in campaigns. It argues many politicians pursue personal gain, criticizes hidden combinations, and praises honesty, wisdom, and sunshine as cures. It urges farmers bankers and merchants to enter legislative bodies to restore government integrity.
The piece argues that farming bears excessive financial water in loans and interest, with $200 million yearly usury on real estate and chatter loans, creating $4 billion in fictitious value. It warns how liquid debt drains seven million households and stresses permanent prosperity hinges on strong agriculture.
W. D. Lewis argues that woman’s restlessness stems from political forces and urges focus on family and moral influence over legislation. He questions suffrage, warning that true power lies in the home, motherhood, and the sphere of family life for national virtue. He laments modern feminism as a threat to social order.
A columnist argues that divine order in marriage underpins civilization and warns that granting women the vote would alter a sacred agreement. The piece cites biblical echoes, warns against debasing women by law, and references Rome as a cautionary tale of overreach.
S. W. Inglish argues fires stem from avoidable carelessness and warns premises and habits must change to prevent fire losses. He urges proactive precautions to lower fire insurance rates and minimize destruction by the fire demon.
The piece argues rural school terms lag city terms by 47 days on average, with rural districts often under 100 days while California, New York, Connecticut run about 180 days. Rhode Island reports 190 days. It urges raising rural term length to 185 days or more so all children have equal educational opportunities, noting some countries run 220 to 250 days.
Harvard economist argues for rural agricultural councils modeled on German landwirthschaftsrath. Such bodies would study local credit and marketing, helping farmers use capital wisely. Collaboration among leading farmers could reduce costly missteps and boost farm profits.
W D Lewis of the Texas Farmers Union argues against woman suffrage while claiming support for elevating women. He warns the descent of womanhood brings civilization’s tragedy as the sun sets and darkness follows. The piece critiques suffrage in stark metaphor.
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