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Wanamaker Advocates War End Fund Buying Belgium
Former Postmaster General John Wanamaker tells Philadelphia audience he would mortgage Philadelphia to raise 100 billion dollars to end the war, insisting the idea was serious and practical. He argues America could finance indemnities and hold funds until nations restore themselves, preferring sacrifice of money to men and homes.
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