Living Monument to Our Dead Heroes
Clarinda citizens set up a living monument by funding French war orphans through the Fatherless Children of France. Twenty one orphans from France will be cared for with ten cents a day per child, matching a government grant, via American and French organizations. Readers are urged to donate any amount and join a yearly pledge to sponsor a child, selecting a protege from the list.
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France
Joont
Clarinda
Marehhal Joffre
Chiirman
Syntherieas
Patriotic Lecture by Dr Chas M Shepherd on The Genesis of the American
Dr Chas M Shepherd delivers a chautauqua lecture on The Genesis of the American detailing how leading nationalities shaped the American character. Described as a magnetic speaker with a powerful voice and commanding presence, he moves audiences from laughter to solemn reverence. The piece praises his oratorical skill and suitability to the program on the third evening.
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Chas. M. Shepherd
Dr. Shepherd
Wheat beard causes illness for EB Ficker
EB L. Ficker has been seriously indisposed for a week due to a wheat beard lodged in his throat while harvesting. The condition has caused him ongoing discomfort and distress.
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EB. L. Ficker
Dr F S Tincher Brilliant Lecturer at Chautauqua Evening
Dr F S Tincher delivers a second day Chautauqua lecture with a dramatic, terse English style. The speaker, praised for vision and humor, is described as a capable, scholarly lecturer whose talks inspire higher ideals and broad thinking.
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Dr. F. & Tincher
Orster
Lesterer
Man of
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