Evening Republican, Volume 23, Number 91, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 14 April 1920 — ALWAYS FAITHFUL TO DUTY. [ARTICLE]

ALWAYS FAITHFUL TO DUTY.

Concerning the decision of Leonard wood to cancel all speaking engagements on account of the strike situation, I have this to say, that coincides with every act of his career. With him it has always been duty first. I am reminded of what he said to his -officers after he had learned that he would not be allowed to go with his division to France. His officers had protested, but General Wood said to them: “Do not concern yourself about my case, but get your mind on the war. , If you would please me, play your part cheerfully and ■ well. That means when in potion neyer fail to take your objective and never be late on your objec- ' tive.” I am sure he would now say to us and all his friends “My campaign is in your hands and I want you to go ahead.” Your activities have been based not on your personal acquaintance with Wood but because you believed in the principles for which he stands. It will require more active work from the volunteers in Jasper county. For all his admirers will miss the inspiration of a speaking campaign but surely after all nothing is more inspiring than his high conception of duty. His last act although a candidate marks him a man of courage, where others would have faltered, he did not hesitate. The issue of law and order is now clear. This issue will always win in America. His decision was made voluntarily not on orders from Washington. If the strike is over before May 4th, we -may have a Wood tour. Don’t let up. LOUIS H. HAMILTON, Jasper County Manager for Wood.