Political contrasts and law versus order in early debates
In a broad critique, the piece contrasts presidential loyalties and party aims, noting Coolidge and Wilson as symbols of law and order. It laments political folly, cites Prohibition debates in New Jersey and Massachusetts, and warns of dangerous alternatives like wood alcohol during Christmas.
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Coolidge
Boston
New
New Jersey
Atlantic Ocean
Woodrow Wilson
Massachusetts
Prohibition Fears and Political Spats Roil Nation
A critical editorial warns of harsher crime and deaths as prohibition tightens. It discusses moonshine, alcohol policy, and public health risks, noting 252 Detroit stills seized since September and the danger of untamed bootlegging nationwide. It also criticizes League of Nations debates and U S politics, touching Ontario farmers gains and subscription price shifts.
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Kentucky
Tennessee
Detroit
Sermonette for a New Year Emphasizes Purpose and Integrity
A 1920 sermon urges starting the new year with a definite plan and moral courage. It warns against random actions and the shallowness of wealth without honor, insisting that integrity, peace, and contentment arise from doing right regardless of others’ opinions.
Fragmented musings on fear and the year ahead
A reflective passage contrasts two minds trapped by fear. One remains clear about purpose while the other labors under suspicion and dread of exposure. The speaker foresees a year filled with an unspecified, looming something.
Christmas visits spark a quiet, busy season
The piece notes a single Christmas visit that brought a swift sense of activity and warmth, observing how ordinary routines briefly paused to accommodate festive cheer.
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J. Bruce
Rolfe
Iowa
Essooaim
Senuio
John
Bull-Shevik
Imaels
Universal Car
Band Setian
Emely
John D. Rockefeller
John D
Missouri
Pugh
League of Nations
Mexico
Ontario
Canada
Laurens
U. S. Vance
The
Arrowman
Knoxville Express
Lumbago
Sloan
Rolfe Grain & Milling Company
Rolfe, Iowa
Thomas A. Edison
Mr. Edison
Florence Ferrell
Mme. Ferrell
Edison
J. R. McIntire
Thors
Alii
RIVE
Maine Register
Sami
Des Moines
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