Evening Republican, Volume 59, Number 70, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 13 April 1917 — Resolutions Adopted By Remington G. A. R. Post. [ARTICLE]

Resolutions Adopted By Remington G. A. R. Post.

That whereas a state of war exists between the government of the United States and the Imperial government of Germany, Drought on by the aggressive acts of Germany against the lives and property of the citizens of the U. S., and for intrigues in our midst, and with the people of other governments against the best interests and peaceful pursuits of the pqq,-. pTe of the United States, Resolved, further that we are in favor of our government prosecuting the wai- with thS utmost vigor both with men and means on land and sea against the Imperial government of Germany' and her allies. Acting in unity with the nations that are allied against her to the end that this cruel and barbarous war may be brought to a speedy conclusion in the interest of humanity and justice; Resolved further that it is the duty' of every American, citizen whether native or foreign born, to be loyal to our government and the old flag which stands for liberty, justice and equality, and has never lead an army /or coi quest or subjugation: neither has nTever been made to trail in the dust. , And we recommend that all of our citizens, both men and women of all parties and classes, co-operate with oqr president and congress in the vigorous prosecution of the war and the bringing about of a speedy peace. Signed by: J. H. Biddle, Commander; John P. Shelmon, Quartermaster: I. D. Luckey, Chaplain; George Besse, H. H. Walker, Ezra Bowman, John Stillman, Jacob A. Bay, Jacob EasterJ, H. Green, Josef -Sigman,— ..