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Newspaper
The Citizen Republican
Location
Scotland, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1919
Page
7
The New York World argues against a 1920 Wilson renomination, calling it an anti-climax and a danger to public welfare. It asserts Wilson’s health and vitality have been spent serving the nation, and warns that a third term would submerge key postwar issues and derail government for four years.
The article argues that interest on the war debt could reach 1.1 billion dollars annually, demanding up to 2 billion a year in taxes beyond ordinary government costs. It favors converting bonds to long term securities to ease the tax load, spur industry, and share wartime costs with future generations. It cites public debate and mentions political figures and public sentiment.
The New York Post reports Congress stalled on a bill rewarding World War I leaders Admiral Sims and Admiral Benson with high rank and pay protections, while Mayo’s inclusion was altered to vice admiral. The measure stalled, arguments centered on rank prestige, and editors urge restoring full admiral status to honor naval leaders and their wartime service.
A 17 percent wage rise for about 300000 cotton and woolen mill workers across New England and eastern states signals strong industry activity with minimal production disruption during talks. The gain raises living costs for other workers, highlighting the familiar rule of wage and price dynamics in postwar economy.
The excerpt notes the president’s health remark to Senator Fah described as reassuring though perhaps disappointing and mentions Dr Moses who circulated a report on the president’s mental capacity. It comments that in American politics such language could be seen as slander against the president.
The Springfield Republican reports a severe drought in northwestern New South Wales Australia, likely the worst in the country’s history. Monsoon variability and distant weather patterns are blamed, with protracted heat threatening water supplies and agriculture. Howard Elliott warns privatized rail expansion costs, totaling about 3 million dollars, will stressed the economy amid the war’s burdens.
An article discusses puberty and the greasy age with guidance on skin care and diet, noting how hormones affect hair, skin, and body. It cites New York World figures showing 76 percent of New York draftees were fit for service, arguing wartime physical preparedness reflects American manhood and acceptable living conditions.
From The Review a reflective note on Ludendorff and the narrator writing for papers. The piece contrasts past fear with present work at the typewriter as they craft copy in a turbulent era. The writer muses on fate and hypocrisy in journalism and public life.
An analysis questions the return of the tramp after the war, arguing his wanderlust and lack of employment reflect broader social shifts. The piece treats critics' views as attacks on postwar reconstruction ideals while noting the tramp’s historic role in exploration and service beyond settled life.
Inheriting a tale from a grandfather who rose from office boy to millionaire, Nettle is paid one penny a dozen by her mother for pine needles picked from the carpet. The child muses as pennies grow, telling the nurse she will buy a packet of pins and scatter them on the floor to pick them up, revealing a quirky early financial instinct.
Thomas Cook and Son received a letter from Fr. Bauer of Oberammergau Bavaria, the Pilate of the Passion Play, stating the 1920 presentation will not occur next year. Those from 1908 included Anton Lang’s wife who portrayed Jesus and three of his daughters. Seventy performers and 19 orchestra members died during the war.
Arthur Baffat argues support for the League of Nations as essential to preserve world peace. He dismisses critics who propose substitutes and contends nations must either accept the League or present an alternative, warning against a return to violent interstate cycles.
From the Swankes Journal the indorsement of General Wood for Republican president by the South Dakota convention is a political straw. Supporters note his non involvement with the American expeditionary forces. The piece also cites South Dakota delegates endorsing Gov Calvin Coolidge for vice president as a weak straw amid early, unsettled political currents.
A collection of misread everyday terms misattributed to origins or creators, from India ink to camel hair brushes, followed by brief items on gas as a flu preventive, odd discoveries, and humorous vignettes about prices and daily life in 1918 England and the U.S. press.
Roger W. Babson argues that investing dollars in savings or bonds beats wasting money on speculative oil promotions. He predicts a cycle of prosperity then decline, claiming a dollar saved today will be worth about double in purchasing power in five years, delivering a safe 149 percent total gain by saving.
Earnest J. Stevens, LaSalle Hotel Chicago executive, reveals a bold price reduction strategy to break the “vicious circle” of rising costs. He notes 1000 rooms filled, 1800 guests, and public fairness driving cuts across rooms, suites, and dining. He cites hotel meetings in New York and urges other hotels to reduce prices to restore normal commerce.
A string of editorials warns that averting a donkins crisis does not prevent new Mexican crises. The New York Times cites a high official calling the situation serious, while The New York Sun notes a Senate briefing could reveal a triangle of American Mexican and Japanese relations affecting Mexican affairs.
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