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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1917

Page

2

Universal military training debate fuels Virginia rally

A Virginia gathering heard Major Roszel champion universal military training as a defense necessity while local leaders including Rev Dr J H Lacy and Judge T Wee Harrison weighed President Wilson policy and the Hay act. Williams urged universal service backed by national leaders and business figures.

Lee Jackson Judge Harrison United States Baker Harrison Virginia

Universal Military Service Urged At Public Meeting

Speakers scrutinized the National Guard's failure to reach war strength and urged universal compulsory service. Major Roszel warned of imminent conflict with a foreign power while the nation remained unprepared and urged strong support for the President. Dr Roszel emphasized backing federal policy and California's alien handling as part of the defense stance.

United States Roszel Mr. Bryan Conrad Bryan Charon Styx B. M. Roszel United States Reserve Corps Japan California

Universal Service Becomes Official Policy at City Meeting

A local gathering endorsed universal military service as fair, citing officials from War Department and General Staff in favor of non voluntary conscription. Captain Conrad and speakers stressed common interests and efficiency. The meeting adjourned after the Star Spangled Banner and thanks to City Hall and the band.

Conrad Harrison Scott Eastern Department Wood United States Army

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