Freeland tribune. (Freeland, Pa.) 1888-1921, 1892-02-25

A. does not object to them, and he asked
why any person should object to Ameri-
cans having their Sons of America. In
the latter society are instilled in the
minds of the members love and respect
for their country and its laws, and sworn
allegiance to its flag. Men, he said
could not join together for nobler
earthly purpose, and with the bible and
the stars and stripes on every camp altar
it is not likely that any one would dare
bring before its members anything that
might possibly be detrimental to the
interests of Christianity or the nation.
He was aware, he said, that some de-
nominations and some people opposed
secret societies because of their secrecy.
To these he could say that the secrets of
the p o. S. of A. extended no further
than to be able to recognize brother,
render him assistance and help, and to
protect themselves against having their
work spoken of and discussed at i'm
proper times and places. There is
nothing horrible or threatening in their
obligation, and he thought if those who
objected to them on the grounds of
secrecy knew how little portion that
constituted of their principles they would
soon remove their objections, and would
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and upholding common cause. He
also compimented the town upon having
such an ornament added to its appear
ance, and hoped those who are eligible
to membership in the order would show
their appreciation by presenting their
application for admission to the camp
here.
Past President Hollenback delivered a
short address upon the needs of educa-
ton. He pointed out how important it
is to the welfare of the country in every
man having education enough to form
an intelligent opinion upon general ques-
tions, to understand the government Of
this and other countries. and, above all
things necessary to an American, he
should know thoroughly how to vote and
what principles are represented by his
ballot. To attain this end the speaker
commended to his audience the news
papers and magazines of to-day, which
he truly termed the greatest educators
the world has ever known. He hoped
every American would form an intimate
acquaintance with history and such
works, and by reading only pure and
wholesome literature he would prove his
loyalty to his God and country.
District President c. M. Jackson, of
Salt Lake City, Utah. was among the
visitors, and in response to an invitation
to tell of the order in the West, he said
that besides fighting for the principles of
the p o. S. of A. out there they had also
to fight for the women. The other fel-
lows Mormons) wanted them all, but
they were gaining ground rapidly, and
six counties in the State are now con-
trolled by the Gentlles, who are backed
up by the p. o. boys in their efforts to
have an equal division of the ladies'. He
continued for short time in humorous
strain, eliciting much applause, and the
exercises ended with the singing of
america" by the audience. The ad-
dresses throughout were conservative
and met with the appreciation of the
audience. The members of the associ-
alton feel elated at their great success,
and the P. o. S. of A. here are entitled
to much honor in investing their money
and time in the erection of structure
that reflects credit upon the town and
people. The TRIBUNE regrets to state
that, owing to an unavoidable delay with
the engravers, the view of the building
did not arrive in time for this issue. 1t
will appear next week.