"But," he said and the sentiment was loudly cheered; "the Germans here must be American citizens. They must recognize the American flag as their flag; they must recognize the authority of the government under which they live."
Ovation for Brannon
Dr. M. A. Brannon was given an ovation when he arose to speak having hurried from the station to respond to the call.
The crowd to high enthusiasm by introducing two Civil War veterans—Comrades Frazier and Martin.
"Comrade Frazier said: "In my younger days it was my high privilege to serve my country the best I could, the best country on earth. We Civil War veterans are too old to fight now, but thank God! we can holler!"
With this the hero of another great war led in three cheers. That shook the buildings.
He stirred the crowd.
What Liberty Means
President Brannon delivered a masterly address. He presented a contrast between Fort Wright where they manufacture soldiers and the great assemblage before him as illustrating the difference between militarism and democracy. He said we are a great people following a great leader for liberty in all the world.
Sons and daughters of the heroes of old in America, Dr. Brannon said, fail to appreciate the precious heritage handed down to them—a heritage of life, liberty and the right to pursue happiness. He spoke of the present as a time for renunciation, for sacrifice.
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