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1 -Cv'i$- V- A *AGE TOTTR. -Ikt.^s New Ulm Review NE W ULM PUBLISHING 0 Owners REVIEW PRINTING COMPANY Lessees and Publishers PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNES- .' DAY Sr~. J\ Subscription Rates $2.50 per year Entered as Second Class Matter at the Post Office at New Ulm, Minn. Wednesday, December 7, 1921. Tke Conference on Armaments. While sharing aspirations for peace and disarmament, we decline, to in dulge in illusions. The causes of war are as deeply rooted as ever in the modern world. To leave those causes festerirg and at the same time to discuss reduction of armaments will bring no security to mankind, no matter what action is taken by the conference at Washington. Modern* wars are generally admit ted to have their origin in commerc cial rivalry, the investment of capital overseas, financial penetration and control of backward areas, and' the greed of the international bankers for dominion through loans and so-called consortiums. The enormous productive power of the" working class heaps jip an ex cess cf capital in each of the imperia list nations. The minority of own ers export this surplus for invest ment in the less developed regions of of the world. To insure the security of such foreign investments, the for eign offices, the army and naval de partments, are placed at the service of the powerful investing classes. The raw materials and rich, unde veloped natural resources of the backward regions thus become ob jects of international rivalry. Each of the imperialist powers maintains its colonists, protectorates and vassal peoples to serve a handful of invest ors and bankers. The moment foreign capital finds a fixed invest ment in mines, railroads, petroleum deposits, ranches, etc., the sovereign ty and independence of the people where the capital is invested are doomed. The imperialist yoke is thus im posed on the peoples of Egypt, India, Persia, China, Korea, Mesopotamia, Indo-China, Morocco, Haiti, the Philippines and others. Those who are meeting in Wash ington, except the delegates of China, are representatives of this important regime of investments and foreign dDmination.' They are of the same school of diplomats as thosewho framed the treaty of Versailles and which has left the world prostrate for three years. Their efforts are devoted to an apportionment of shares in world exploitations to their respective in vesting classes They continue to play the old game that led the world to disaster. Modern capitalism leads to imper iilism. Imperialism requires armed force to maintain rule over weaker peoples and insure alien exploitation of these peoples. Those who repre sent this sinister regime of capital ism, imperialism, militarism, invest ments, colonies, and protectorates, are incapable of organizing a warless world. This must be the task of the work ers of each country, united in inter national solidarity for the abolition of capitalism. Modern imperialist wars issue out of capitalism, are in separable from it, and cannot be a verted without the abolition of capi talism itself. We therefore no more share the il lusions of those who believe that in ternational peace is possible now than we shared the illusion that the world war was waged for a glorified 'Democracy." Only by collective mastery of the great powers of production in each ition and the abolition of private in vestments, trade, and loans, will be menace of devastating imperial ist wars be averted. A socialized world alone will bring a warless world, and we urge the im portance of stressing this great truth in order that the peace and security humanity so yearns for may finally be realized. Education for CiHzemhip.---^::-^ Education, combined with patriot ism and the high character of its citi zens, has been one of the strongest pillars of our Nation. -^-Ignorance. is America's most formidable fce^ The nation will never tie safe until it sin cerely interests itself in the educa tion of its citizens. The Corr.rr.unity, the State, and the Nation must unite in providing adequate Education for Citizenship. Our boys and girls must be at school jn the daytime. When circumstances fore them to work they must be given opportunities at night for further in struction. The school must be open nights for day workers. The factory can and shculd be used as a school to teach those who cannot attend regular schools, and factoiy classes should be supervised by public officials. The school is a natural community center. It must be used for social as well as educational activities. We havs failed to use it as such. We will correct our failure when we realize that the School is the real foundation of good citizenship. A nation which gives equal right! under the law, to all its people, is justified in requiring that all the people fit themselves to enjoy their rights by studying what their rights are and their relative responsibilities. Illiteracy is a denial of American opportunity. It must be removed by requiring all boys and girls to attend school.—.American Legion. A X. I Am the Schoolkouse. *, t» I am of many-storied stone, soaring above busy city thoroughfares, or I am a mere cluster of weather-beaten boards in a wilderness that is trackless say for the path leading to my door. I am the guardian of the hopes of every generatiojj,, and I am true to my trust. __ r* '.,, In me a.11 things are equal in me are no distinctions among those who come to me except the? paramount distinction between those who are proud to serve and those who seek only.to be served. It is my duty not alone to teach, but equally to learn to keep perpetually a light upon my altars, kindling them forever afresh from that inextinguish able flame that burns in every young heart—love of knowledge, love of free dom, love of country. For, as I succeed, America succeeds. I am the true democracy. I am the schoolhouse.—American Legion Weekly. .• Calling a man a liar is the last word in wasted talk. If he is a liar, he al ready knows it and you are springing old stuff on him. If he isn't one, you are, and he has found it outi ^, ^|»j Know—and Love—America. ^*:M America is truly a great nation. To be an American citizen is greater than to be a king it is the greatest blessing and opportunity on earth.' American citizenship was created by those who considered themselves re sponsible to a sacred cause. It wilLbe preserved only by sacrifice and service —the most beautiful attributes of re sponsibility. Service is the greatest word in our language. He'has lived well who has liyed in the service of his God) and his Country, No one can serve his country who does not serve God. The School is the place where, as boys and girls, we should learn to love our country. In it, then, we must ac quire the study of American history. For to properly appreciate and love America, we must know'its history which is made up of the visions, the dreams, the achievements of its great men and women. But in teaching- the history of our country, we must teach the truth. America is not perfect. Man's work is never perfect. God gave man the earth to build upon. Every boy and girl must realize that there is much they can do to make America a nobler and better nation.. Their every thought and act must be directed toward that end. It is an easy thing to die. The problem of life is to live^ -v^-V^. iv|.:^i| The structure which is America has been built around the Home, the School, and the Church. They are the foundations of our free institutions and the source of our national ideals. Without them America could not be. When they cease to be, America will be no more. Boys and girls, always reverence and respect these three—The School, The Home, and The Church— and always remember that true Ameri canism means—Service to God and Country.—American Legion. What M. Briand Fears By GEORGF A. SCHREINE Editorial Correspondence of 'y-i "Issues of Today" Monsieur' Briand hath spoken. France, he says, can not limit her armament on land, because she stands in fear of Germany. The French premier says that Germany can mobilize an army in no time, The Reichswehr is but the nucleus of the great force'that would be set.in motion if France reduced her army. The Einwohnerwehr exists for the same pulrpose. The Orgesch also continues with that in view. And M. Briaiid told his audience that Germany's factories could arm over-night any sort of army with all the machinery of war required these days. It took Mr. Briand more than'an hour to say all this. And when he was through, he had said just this and something more. That something was that France could not be expected to limit her armament so long as her friends and allies did not do something more definite in the way of assuring France that there would be help coming in case of another war between France and Germany. M. Briand admitted that ,he re spected the German sdldierl§| He seemed to have no illusions at all on that score. He did this after He had said that there was no longer a German army, while the French officers had seen to it that Germany's armament had been properly destroyed. But—, but—but! Tnere were these dreac possibilities,^' The German army, some six million men, was still ir existence, and there were the Rus sians, and the plants of Scandinavia might be used to manufacture arms for the Germans, and there were many other.dire possibilities. It was best, then, not to disarm. M. Briand pleaded. He was most dramatic in his prayer. He bent for ward. He curled up his arms from the shoulders to the finger tips. His hands assumed the shape of a tiger's paw, claws out. They moved up and down in fervid emphasis. The French premier had his back to the wall*' If he returned to France with a program of limitation of arms he would be a despicable traitor to his country and his people. Parenthetical ly speaking, he would be driven from the premiership. Yet he avowed that France wanted peace, and admitted that the Wirth government had kept its word, which was all.very well, but which was ho guarantee for France since the said government was weak, frail—faible. M. Briand did not mention that a better understanding between Germany arid France, would make the Republican government of Germany stronger—strong enodfch to assure peace to Europe, whichvit can not do so long as there may be a further invasion of the country at any moment.'Hsf •'"£f®|-•••-' M. BrialtaV mentioned that the Prus sians had been disarmed once before by the French, by, the great Napoleon. Well, what had it amounted to? The Germans had come back. M. Briand did not mention that the great Na poleon had occupied all of Germany and some of Russia beyond. And M. Briand indulged in other forensics of that nature. France owed it to herself and to all this world that she should not disarm. France needed a large army to hold the Rhine, and M. Briand said, that in a way that was quite honest. There is no doubt that M. Briand hopes that France will hold the Rhine thus always, And when he had said that, his claque, the French delegation, and the American and English dele gations, including the Hon. Gompers, applauded enthusiastically. The French delegates start these little demonstrations, and the others, who know no French, or feel that way, show much approval. M. Briand made a bid for guaran tees, though he had been told that he could get none in the United States. At least, none «an be promised, since it would be hard to get another army "over there." Congress is not at all inclined to make Uncle Sam the police man of the* Universe, and, what is worse, the British are no longer so in clined. It is understood that they would first look at the case, and that is not what the French want. What they want is an honest-to-goodness agree^ ment to come to the "assistance" of France upon order by radio or some thing quicker. There is fear that the worm may turn, just as he turned at the time of the-af ore-mentioned Na poleon. Mr. Balfour said some reassuring words. But they were reassuring only. Said Mr. Balfour, with cruel emphasis:. "We grieve over the sacri fice we do not repent it. And if the cause of international liberty was worthy of this immense sacrifice from one of the allied powers—I speak not of others, it is" not my right to speak for them—if it deserved and required this sacrifice from one of the allied and associated powers, and if we at all events have \not changed our views, either as to the righteousness of the war or as to its necessity, how can it be other wise—if a similar necessity should again arise—than make further sacri fices." And going on, Mr. Balfour said: "These are the thoughts which arise in my mind after the great speech of M. Briand. I will content myself, therefore,.with thanking M. Briand for the admirable and candid account which he has given of the policy of his country, and wishing him and his country fvery success and every pros perity in that path of unaggressive prosperity which I hope and believe they are now entering." 8*} Such.is Mr. Balfour's speech from the official minutes. No polishing has been done. Mr. Balfour said that, and he was fully conscious of what ke said. No man was ever calmer, more deliberate, more intent upon register ing something in ppblic. France can count upon Great Britain only if the case measures up to British views, and provided she is in a path of unaggres sive prosperity. Mr. Balfour spoke of M. Briand'« speech. It was a speech and a fine one, but only a speech—a speech, such as M. Briand can make in the chamber, but that affected in no manner the refrigeration to which Mr. Balfour re ferred. M. Briand had,come to make a speech. He made it. What he hoped for he got quite publicly—in principle, with reservations. a M§w Ulm Review, Njew Ulih, Minn.,- Wednesday, December 7, 1921. «£j This is Americanization Week,!h the schools of the United States. ~$.t will require more'than one week $ hard work and earnest endeavor in addition to the flowery oratory being indulged in to liberate the minds of America's 3ehool children, as well as rrany of the adults, from the contamination of foreign control and domination, which overcame us stealthily prior to arid luring our participation in the World .var. Mrs. Gustav Schro der of Khossner was brought to the Union Hospital here, this morning, and will be operated upon Friday. MORE VAUDEVILLE fe AT THE CRYSTAL ALSO BUSTER KEATON AND S O N E BANKS IN FINE COMEDIES. OTHER EXCELLENT PROGRAMS .' ARE BOOKED FOR OUR^ ,',. ,* MOVIE FANS. .*j l#* The special vaudeville attraction at the Crystal Theatre, Monday and yesterday proved so popular that we have decided to put on another ex cellent program of this kind for next Monday and Tuesday. W will present Monte La Croix in his high class dancing, singing and musical act, featuring his steel^guitar, a novelty that will surely please you. In ad diljion^there will be a fine Monte Bnnks comedy," besides- the regular feature. We have more good news for the \npvie fans of New Ulm and vicinity: Buster Keaton^will be our big comedy feature for Friday, Saturday and Sun day—three nights—in his latest scream, "Convict 13." ,..„,. Life on the Farm. For tonight (Wednesday) and to morrow wo have booked Mack Sen nett's newest and greatest mammoth comedy sensation, "Down on the Farm," as our big feature. Milk-fed mirth and corn-fed comedy abound in this laugh-provoking picture. If .you think there is nothing more to farm Mfe than early rising, hard labor in the broiling sun, and then to bed when the cows come in from pasture, you don't know the half of it. See this picture and learn about "the other half." Also Oliver Curwood's latest two reel northwood story, "The Northern Trail." 'Nuff sed. I A Zane Grey Novel. "The U. P. Trail," adapted from the widely-read novel of the same name-by the famous author, Zane Gre$r,' is\our big feature for Friday and Saturday. Its thirlling story of life and love in the pioneer days of the cutting of the trail for the .great Union Pacific Railroad is even more intensely gripping when viewed on the screen than in its original book form. ^"Convict 13," being the second of series of two-reej comedies starring the brilliant young funmaker, Buster Keaton, who never smile's, but throws confirmed dyspeptics into stitch« of laughter, will be shown on Friday and Saturday,'liso The.High School Orchestra, will ap pear, in our, spotlight number. Come and hear these excellent juvenile mufeicians. They're good. ^vvAnd don?t forget the free Saturday matinee for kiddies and grown-ups. Only one show, commencing promptly at:Z. o'clock! A fine educational pro gram will be'show n. Bi^TSunday Program. ^il you are confronted with the ever increasing expenses and dwindling savings, come and see Alice Joyce in "Dollars and the Woman," Sunday afternoon and evening. This picture .will give you fresh hope. It'will show you how,to defeat existing conditions and .find -true happinessin your own hdme.-' :,'. im&**& Then we'll also have'Buster Keaton in '.'Convict 13," Pathe News, "Aesop's Fable" Comedy,' a. good spotlight number and, as is customary at every performance, a ,fine overture by the Crystal Orchestra de Luxe. Remember that our Sunday matinee programs are just the same as during the evening shows. Patronize the matinees and enjoy these programs in comfort. 11 Mix in "Hand Off!" Don't forget the big vaudeville at traction for next Monday and Tuesday evenings—Monte La Croix in his high class dancing, singing and musical act. Tom Mix in *'Hands Off!" is our big feature for these two evenings. He4s good, as usual, and the play moves fast, awakens sympathy, offers thrills, and provokes frequent bursts of mirth. It is a"clean Western picture, Also a Monte Banks comedy^ en titled "Nearly Married." It's a big show with no advance in the price of admission, which remains at 10 and 25 cents. „__. 4A E. GOULD, Adv. 49 J,i^* Prop. Crystal Theatre. f'$$•', Mrs. Andrew Estum of Lamberton is convalescing very nicely, following a recent operation at the Loretto hos pital here. Subscribe for the 19ew Ulm Review. AnIdeal Xmas Present! z+pz a PRICE 50c Each. 8 Song* Postpaid'$2.50 NORTHERN MUSIC CO., Warroad, Minnesota. Money returned if not pleased. ia.! jicel- Parker's' Beautiful Songs Something New and Exceptionally Good "Lake cf the Woods" "Farewell,.Dear Pal" '..„•', ^'True Pal of Mine" ". "Hurrah for the Red, White and Blue" "Violets So Tender and Blue" "I Love You, Sweetheart, Only" "All I Love and Want Is Just You" "Summer Time" It is Easier now than later As the days between a 4__Christmas grow less, crowds in ojur store grow larger and larger. Every day the crowds will be greater and greater. There is only one way open to the person, who likes to leisurely shop and buy from large as sortment and that is to K., **""i fin 'f§ MIDDY For Mother or Sister SHOE TREES NECK LACE RIBBONS FANCY UMBRELLA BOUDOIR CAP JEWELRY CHEMISE *:&'?•& v&&& HAND EMBROIDERED UN- ^***m&!i DERWEAR THE BEE HI¥EiJ lV4, *"V-,jfi J,- 'A Santa Clau's'Says THE* WONDER STORE is New Ulm's Christmas Store alright. You will think so too when you see our big line of Holiday Goods. ,VH -in-. W a a me re a a be re by S a a W a you to come in and look them over. •\_v Christmas Cards, each lc. Erectors for the Boys. ^2%*-^w*? Dolls, Games and Books for the girls, Glassware and Chinaware for mother. NEW ULM CHRISTMAS STORE. SHOP EARLY Shop EarlyJ and Early in the Day If you are making up your shopping list and are wondering just what is going to be he nicest thing for each person, perhaps these suggestions will help, and take it along when you go shopping. SILK HOSE KID GLOVES $C\ PURSES ,t~ Q, COLLAR AND CUFF SETS: 'M SWEATERS OF SILK QR WOOL '4: SILK BLOOMERS .., ,, %. ffi JERSEY BLOOMERS 'v I E S l||l .•'•« GAUNTLET GLOVES \Y" FANCY SHEETS A SILK DRESS TOWELS^ v^ -**^sn^ fV !%B CAMISOLE FANCY RIBBON GARTERS FANCY COAT HANGERS SKIRT HANGERS AKIMONA BATHROBE A WAIST A WOOL BLANKET FURS A COAT A WOOL DRESS A TABLE CLOTH PILLOWSLIPS satti «iv, r^ W^"^S DOLL BUGGIES Our fourth shipment is on the way. ,^4 THE PRICE WILL SURPRISE YOuf\ LOOK ALUMINUMWARE FOR^l.OO SATURDAY SPECIAL Peanut Brittle, an extra tig value, 15c, 2 lbs. for 25c I WONDER^ STORE Clip this list out of this papre *f FANCY WOOL HOSE r CENTERPIECE & s*•A SOME STAMPED GOODS For Father or Brotlier &f^' s^'^*^^^**. ,-, HOLDERS &%$$&£& I CUFF LINKS*4\?,^ ».^ •A SWEATER f'WWp^ SILK SHIRTING-^* Fbr the Baby A SWEATER A KNIT CAP A SILK CAP A DRESS WOOL OR SILK BOOTEES A SILK QUILT A BLANKET if PINS KETS MITTENS :. 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