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Editorial
November 19, 1917
The Weekly Alaska Citizen
Fairbanks, Alaska
What is this article about?
Editorial promotes observance of Governor Strong's Thanksgiving Day proclamation, highlighting American gratitude for national resources, progress toward greater nationalization, and loyalty in Alaska.
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PROCLAMATION
We are publishing this morning, in another column the proclamation of Governor Strong regarding the observance of Thanksgiving Day. We ask that everyone read it and keep it in mind so that the purpose and intent of the occasion may not be lost sight of.
Thanksgiving Day is an institution peculiarly American, and its annual observance brings out a particular American characteristic, that of acknowledgment of favors freely bestowed. In this particular year we have much to be thankful for, not the least of which is that we are on the highroad to becoming nationalized to a higher degree than has ever been thought possible before.
As a nation we are possessed of means and resources never before equalled and which we are now using for the benefit of humanity. It is fitting that we be grateful that we are able to do so much. As a territory we have been given by and are still receiving bountifully from the government. As a town we have proven that we are possessed of the most loyal American citizenship. As Fairbanksians, Alaskans, and last, and best of all Americans, let us be guided by Governor Strong's proclamation.
We are publishing this morning, in another column the proclamation of Governor Strong regarding the observance of Thanksgiving Day. We ask that everyone read it and keep it in mind so that the purpose and intent of the occasion may not be lost sight of.
Thanksgiving Day is an institution peculiarly American, and its annual observance brings out a particular American characteristic, that of acknowledgment of favors freely bestowed. In this particular year we have much to be thankful for, not the least of which is that we are on the highroad to becoming nationalized to a higher degree than has ever been thought possible before.
As a nation we are possessed of means and resources never before equalled and which we are now using for the benefit of humanity. It is fitting that we be grateful that we are able to do so much. As a territory we have been given by and are still receiving bountifully from the government. As a town we have proven that we are possessed of the most loyal American citizenship. As Fairbanksians, Alaskans, and last, and best of all Americans, let us be guided by Governor Strong's proclamation.
What sub-type of article is it?
Moral Or Religious
What keywords are associated?
Thanksgiving Day
American Gratitude
Nationalization
Governor Strong
Alaska Loyalty
What entities or persons were involved?
Governor Strong
Fairbanksians
Alaskans
Americans
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Observance Of Thanksgiving Day And American Gratitude
Stance / Tone
Promoting Gratitude And National Unity
Key Figures
Governor Strong
Fairbanksians
Alaskans
Americans
Key Arguments
Thanksgiving Day Is A Peculiarly American Institution Emphasizing Acknowledgment Of Favors.
This Year, Much To Be Thankful For, Including Progress Toward Greater Nationalization.
Nation Possesses Unequaled Resources Used For Humanity's Benefit.
Grateful For Government's Bountiful Support As A Territory.
Town Demonstrates Loyal American Citizenship.
Guided By Governor Strong's Proclamation As Fairbanksians, Alaskans, And Americans.