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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1919
Page
1
Obituary Author Speaks As John Barleycorn Remains Alive
The speaker proclaims ongoing existence and defends the use of alcohol, citing biblical episodes and moral arguments. He argues against prohibition zeal and emphasizes responsible, lawful use, challenging critics who seek to ban or demonize him. He notes connections to the wedding at Cana and Belshazzar and references Paul. He defends his role in tradition and cautions against misuse and overreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Barleycorn
Hell
Noah
David
Cana
Belshazzar
Paul
Aaid
Gomihunity
The Man Who Spoke As John Barleycorn
An extended monologue explores blame for taxation and money making, portraying a personified drink as a burdened force resisting societal pressures. The speaker blames government and industry for high costs, laments propaganda, and warns of future social collapse if injustice continues. The piece ends with defiant, cryptic cues from the persona John Barleycorn.
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