Promises and Promises in Matters of Love
A 1917 reflection argues that some promises block marriage when men fear losing freedom. It tells of a young man who falls for a woman but cannot wed due to an old pledge. The piece urges careful, judicious thinking before making vows that may ruin future happiness.
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Awoman
Universal Service Law Advocates Compulsory Service
A call to enact universal compulsory service as the fair democratic system. The author argues trained citizens should serve in any war, denouncing voluntary enlistment as costly and inefficient. Immediate universal service is urged to moralize and potentially enforce honorable peace.
United States Should Copy Europe's Plan of Daylight Saving
Editorial argues for adopting Europe’s daylight saving approach to shift clocks back one hour next summer. It asserts the change would not lengthen the workday but extend afternoon daylight for recreation and overtime work, urging the U S to follow Europe’s lead.
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Ceysigns
Youths urged to join defense effort and aid war needs
The speaker calls on the nation to unite and offer all services and resources for the war, stressing duty above individual or party differences. Citizens must increase food production, conserve goods, and support soldiers and allies with supplies and energy.
Robins Return to the Green Spring Lawn
A band of robins led by Reddy return to a big white house lawn. They praise the grass, worms, and summer home, plan a concert for the boy, and celebrate spring as they sing and settle into their old nest of joy.
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White House
Reddy Robin
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