The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1898-11-30
NUMBER 20.
HlQh School Bulletin.
EDITORIAL STAFF:
Editor-in- Chief, Harry Hsrpsi. 90.
Asst Editor, Ednt Myers, '01.
Local Editor, Lydia Mellinger, 90.

Local Editor, Lydia Mellingsr, 90.
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Few Of the people OF our country
thought that by doing humane act,
similar to that Of freeing the slaves,
their would be thrust upon us one OF
the greatest questions that could come
before nation, and especially repub-
lie which previously had but little
studied the matter. Our navy and our
army settled the question Of superiority
in the war we have finished and they
settled II in way that only Americans
could settle It. But the great and diff
fcult problem that arose from the strug-
gle remains for our statesmen TO solve.
This great question Is Imperialism, or
territorial expansion. Possessions scat
tered all over the globe, some say, are
benefit; some say not. Nations having
foreign possessions are continually har-
rassed by wars arising directly or indi-
rectly from them. More than half the
wars OF countries having them origina-
ted through causes traceable to these.
The Anglo-Egyptian expedition is an
example Of this, as are many others.
The people OF the United States abhor
war. II causes loss OF life. The people
have to defray the expenses incurred
by war. Neither do they favor large
standing army which Is necessary in
the case Of Imperialism. This will not
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low the example of the greedy, land
grabbing nations. Some say, "Wc have
spent millions OF dollars in this war,
why not get recompense?" We start
cd the war in the cause of humanity and
not for conquest. Besides, it will cost
| us many millions TO retain the vast
amount OF territory which might be
seized. Coaling stations are acquired
by having foreign possessions, but coal
ing stations are necessary only in case
| OF war.
Let it not be forgotten that our nation
is republic, and model one. Do we
want to be an imperial power and exer-
else sovereignty like an empire. No,
the people do not wish this. Our coun-
try is large. II has the greatest re-
sources. as u nation, in the world. IL
is unnecessary to reach out and grasp
every little island that we can. 1t 10
not our place to do it. We can profit
by the fates OF other nations who have
tried this policy.
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far brilliant record, so resplendent with
glorious achievements both in war and
peace, the most renowned the world has
ever bid to look upon; but may she con-
tinue In her victorious career, triumph
ant in the arts OF peace instead of con-
quest; prosperity instead Of expansion;
and above all preserve an undying faith
in the principles which have been in
strumental in eleyating her into those
higher realms of statehood which it has
been her privilege and pride to enjoy.
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LOCAL.
The Senior class took dinner with
Prof. Lenkerd at the Imperial on
Thanksgiving.
Some Seniors, when in pleasant COM
pany seem to think the longest way ia
the sweetest way to school.
Miss Lois Robinson, OF the Junior
class, is on the sick list.
Miss Ella Lenkerd spent Thanksgfv-
ing at her home near Dubois.
Miss Molly McDondald was in Dubois
over Sunday.
William Smith missed his Thanks
giving dinner by going to Brookville to-
referee for the football team.
James Pentz spent Sunday in Dubois.
Miss Gertrude Deible entertained the
Senior class at her home Saturday even
ing.
Jr. No. 2 need not think he is the
tallest log in the saw mill.
Which girl wishes to learn to play
the baton in the orchestral?
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