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A message on preparedness—at the psychological moment.
When the country, in December, 1915, was at the height of distraction, with plots against its peace and security being carried out in every direction, President Wilson came out with a message on Preparedness for War.
A message on preparedness—at the psychological moment.
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A little May party interferes with the Christmas spirit.
Immediately before Christmas the German Government once more sent us assurances of her high regard and friendship, meanwhile blowing up a few ships at sea and munition plants on land.