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Editorial
November 21, 1924
The Caldwell Tribune
Caldwell, Canyon County, Idaho
What is this article about?
Editorial post-election urging voluntary and generous contributions to the Red Cross, praising its efficient charitable work and role in preventing misuse of tax dollars for public charity.
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Be Generous
Now that election is over and Christmas is far enough away that it occupies the dominant mind of young America only, let us consider for a moment the Red Cross.
It should not be necessary to ask anyone to contribute to that worthy institution. Pocketbooks should be freely and voluntarily opened when the time comes, money poured in so fast that only a shout of "Enough" can stop the golden flow.
But human minds and hearts are not built that way. It is however, unnecessary to point out the work that has been done or to prove that the Red Cross deserves every cent it asks. We all know that. There is no better, no more economical method of providing for the community's needs.
Repeatedly, too, has it been demonstrated that from a purely mercenary standpoint, from the standpoint of tax dollars in our pockets, the Red Cross is a good investment. It stands between the average citizen and abuse of public funds for alleged charitable purposes.
Be generous with the Red Cross.
Now that election is over and Christmas is far enough away that it occupies the dominant mind of young America only, let us consider for a moment the Red Cross.
It should not be necessary to ask anyone to contribute to that worthy institution. Pocketbooks should be freely and voluntarily opened when the time comes, money poured in so fast that only a shout of "Enough" can stop the golden flow.
But human minds and hearts are not built that way. It is however, unnecessary to point out the work that has been done or to prove that the Red Cross deserves every cent it asks. We all know that. There is no better, no more economical method of providing for the community's needs.
Repeatedly, too, has it been demonstrated that from a purely mercenary standpoint, from the standpoint of tax dollars in our pockets, the Red Cross is a good investment. It stands between the average citizen and abuse of public funds for alleged charitable purposes.
Be generous with the Red Cross.
What sub-type of article is it?
Social Reform
What keywords are associated?
Red Cross
Generosity
Charity
Contributions
Public Funds
What entities or persons were involved?
Red Cross
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Appeal For Contributions To The Red Cross
Stance / Tone
Exhortation To Generosity
Key Figures
Red Cross
Key Arguments
Red Cross Is A Worthy Institution Deserving Voluntary Contributions
Red Cross Provides Economical Method For Community's Needs
Red Cross Prevents Abuse Of Public Funds For Charity
Generosity To Red Cross Is A Good Investment From A Mercenary Standpoint