Why We Are At War and Manly Duty To Fight
A Republic editorial argues the U S entered World War I to defend democracy against aggresors. It frames war as a civic duty, cites Liberty Loan bonds funding arms and supplies, and condemns profiteers, slackers, and German aggression while praising farmers and volunteers. The piece elevates national unity and sacrifice.
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Republic
Wilson
St. Louis Republic
United States
America
Europe
Butter Price Caps and War Finance Debate Stir Public Opinion
The piece notes France fixing butter and dairy prices while calling for U S citizens to fund the war. It recalls Amos Pinchot and Tom Reed, cites rising defense costs, and urges saving money through democracy. It commends Colonel Bates of the Plattsmouth Daily Journal and mentions plans for a Sixth Nebraska regiment with 2,002 men per unit and draft openings.
Co operative idleness urged as wartime duty
Lincoln Star argues against union or employer idle strikes in Omaha labor unrest. It urges Attorney General Reed to end the dispute via courts, saying public needs demand sacrifice and work from all, to support national ideals and humanitarian duties.
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Lincoln Star
The Mighty of Weakness and the Russian Revolution
The Russian Revolution weakens autocracy in Germany Austria and Russia while boosting liberal forces and democracy. It alters entente war aims and shifts political dynamics across Europe and beyond. Cowardice masquerading as caution appears as a flaw in times of upheaval.
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Europe
Germany
Russia
Constantine
Japan
Far East
World-Herald
What War Means to Men
In 1861 Sherman argued Lincoln's call for 75 000 men was insufficient and that at least 200 000 properly trained soldiers were needed to subdue Virginia. The British also required large forces in South Africa, with Kitchener predicting three years of war and 3 000 000 men. Wall Street Journal cites these lessons of history to warn politicians against underestimating war needs.
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Red Cross
Sherman
West Point
Lincoln
South
Virginia
Grant
William Butler
South Africa
General Pershing
Lord Roberts
Kitchener
Wall Street Journal
Mistaken Forbearance Sparks Suffrage Protest in Washington
Washington suffragists protest the war government by displaying banners aimed at the Russian mission. Police are criticized for weak action. President Wilson is praised by some for restraint. The piece argues equality in law but questions tactics and loyalties amid wartime politics.
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White House
Wilson
Use of the Liberty Loan Appeals to Investors
The Official Bulletin urges American citizens to consider Liberty bonds beyond mere financial return and to support national needs with their investment. It emphasizes patriotic duty and prudent financial planning as part of the bond drive.
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Louis
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the Plattsmouth Journal
Fplattsmouth
Nebraska
Postoffice
Plattsmouth, Neb
R. A. Bates
Hoover
New York
Rip van Winkle
Plattsmouth
Anay
Yorktown
France
Amos Pinchot
Giff
Progressive Party
Tom Reed
House of Representatives
Belgium
Serbia
Missouri
Vineyard
Colonel Bates
Will Maupin
York Democrat
Reed
Omaha
Austria
Sweden
Washington
Cass County
Cross
Fletcher
Essex
Nebasa
Colorado
Wyoming
S. B. Howard
Q. R.A
Farnam St
Omaha, Neb
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