27 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Richmond Planet
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1919
Page
1
A confidant narrator recalls plans for Graeme to take a distant post as secretary to a construction superintendent. The morning of farewell reveals deep family affection, tender prayers, and Graeme’s resolve to depart for a five year project, with his mother’s brave blessing. The scene contrasts love and duty as they part at the country manse.
The alcoholic press claims prohibition is a disaster but Russia reports a substantial 900 million increase in savings bank deposits for the year ending July 1 after banning spirits and most alcohol. Peter L Bark, the Russian Minister of Finance, presents the figures as proof of financial improvement despite strict controls.
A child praises a caregiver during a cozy evening, recalling a day of games, a block house, and firelight. The infant's remark that she would make a good mother stands out amid memories of affectionate play and bedtime closings. The poem contrasts simple youthful joy with adult praise, highlighting genuine appreciation from a young child.
Secretary Yui outlines the symbolism of the five-striped republic flag shown in New York for Chinese merchants. He states the red represents benevolence, yellow righteousness, blue politeness, white wisdom, and black faithfulness while the colors also signify the five races of the Chinese people.
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