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Newspaper
Saline Observer
Location
Saline, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1920
Page
8
A call to American people to fund relief for 3.5 million European children in acute distress this winter. The appeal cites 5 cent meals saving lives, notes limited funds, and outlines matching government contributions. Endorsed by European Relief Council led by Hoover with multiple charities and churches.
A vast American relief effort organized by the European Relief Council aims to raise 38 million dollars to feed and medically treat 38.5 million European children this winter. Led by Hoover and comprised of the American Red Cross, American Relief Administration and other groups, funds will be matched by local governments, with strict oversight to prevent waste and pauperization.
The European Relief Council seeks 83 million dollars to aid children in Austria Hungary Poland Czecho Slovakia Serbia and Romania. Food needs reach 28 million and medical care 10 million with the American Relief Administration and Red Cross already aiding tens of thousands. Checks can be sent to local committees or to Franklin K. Lane treasurer Europe Relief Council 42 Broadway New York.
A legislative program from the State Teacher's Association outlines a plan to extend high school access under the slogan A High School Education for Every Child. It includes nine months for the minimum school year, consolidation of rural schools, and stricter teacher qualifications by 1925 and 1929. The act also shifts high school tuition to home districts and loosens voting rights on school funds for property owners.
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