Casper Daily Tribune Newspaper, November 11, 1925, Page 7

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 1925 ) | |» 1918—Armistice Day—1925 Casper pays a silent and perfect tribute to the heroic living -and dead who made this day possi-: ji ble. Although outward |’ ceremony is absent, the cessation of business gives an opportunity to reflect on the great part which the American soldier ss —fathers to be satisfied with ignominious . Le ale SL ai death as finale to their efforts. A thousand > should not be passed over | ~ i = times NO! ~ @, lightly without calling to va ; ZZ benaracr ooie ea f‘ In their glorious stand for liberty they place in the World War, and s new spirit of pa- triotism and service should arise out of these memories, : the infinite. mE a | Golden Rule | | Dep't Store Undsay & Co. 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 “Cease firing!” ‘As this shout passed along the “| -trenehes-in 1918-can you ee: the delirious joy 2) which must have reignéd. . The ordér.meant home and S friends and fireside to thousands of war weary vet- ba ais Can you wonder why’all America’ makes merry ¢, 2 [Westem Auto Supply Co. 288 EAST SECOND ST. : Everything for the Motorist—Genuine Ford Parts | | 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 —E What an occurrence comes to all minds to- day as we recall one glorious day séven BY years ago, when that king’ of all conflicts, the great World War, came to a dramatic close. It is a day for celebration, for cele- bration of glorious victory and: it is this emotion that we carry with us today * Wake, ‘The Nifty Tailor 127 South. Center St. Phone 802 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925. ** : inate ago our brave boys in‘the trenches in France, fighting to. preserve democracy, laid down their arms, their vic- tory won, and returned to’ home.and loved ones. It is that glorious and soul-stirring oc- casion which we join in celebrating today. May its memory be forever fresh in the minds of all true Americans. The. Food Center 120 West Second St. Phone 22 CLOSED ALL DAY TODAY IN HONOR OF ye ARMISTICE DAY The Paths of Glory Lead to Immortality . The poet said: “The paths of glory lead but to-the grave.” Can this be true? Are a A we, who sacrificed sons, brothers, husbands perished, and so passed from the finite to Now, our boys will live forever! On this.day let us:'show how immortal is '< their glory by standing in silent reverence to the unfading memory of our heroes. 226 SOUTH DAVID ST. “Just Around the Corner from the Heart of the City” - Che Casper Daily Cribune 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 During our emotional and patriotic demon- strations on each Armistice Day, let us pause a few moments in honor to those who made the supreme sacrifice before the order to cease passed through the line. It is'to these boys that greater homage is due. Big Six Motor Co. 1918—ARMISTICE DA Y—1925 It is with a distinct feeling of pride that we join with other business houses of Casper in the strict observance of Armistice day. Only one who really experienced the almost in- sane joy atfendanf upon the glorious vic- tory of this nation seven years ago, can real- ize the true significance of this great day. John M. Whisenhunt & Co: First and.Park 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 We are more than glad to close our doors today in deference to the heroes in khaki who laid down their arms in victory just seven years ago today. W. G. Perkins & Co. 216 East Second St. Phone 1944-J KRUG ry Wks PHONE 1817 Beech and C Street Phone 79 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 The public celebrates Armistice day joy- fully. This is as it should be. The day is one of the greatest occasions for realizing the manifold blessings and opportunities that are afforded the American citizen. It is a day also that marks the cutting short of bloodshed and the advent of a more peace- fulera, For these things, there should be no mourning but the greatest thanksgiving, while the human heart cannot, however, fail to take cognizance of the sacrifices that were made in order that these things might be possible. Richards & Cunnihgham DEPARTMENT STORE 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 Though the years may pass and roll away, though other mortal confli¢ts may come and go, the deep gash in our memories cut by the stirring and victorious close of the great World War will ever remain open and fresh. We have closed our offices today in defer- ence to the men who fought and returned with victory stamped upon their shields. May they live forever in the memory of all true Americans. Mountain States Power Co: Formerly Natrona Power Co. 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 Casper is in gay regalia today and rightly so, for all the nation celebrates its greatest day of victory. We are proud to join in the expression of this king of senti- ments. « Natrona Transfer, Storage and Fuel Company GEBO COAL 1918—A RMISTICE DAY—1925 Horns i confetti drifted here and there, parades were many, shouts of joy were con- tagious, for a nation was celebrating its greatest victory. Just seven years ago did this occur. Today we observe the anniver- sary of this great occasion. Our pride knows no bounds, FRED, HIMSELF YOUR CLOTHIER 260 South Center St. 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 Though we are forced to remain open today, we nevertheless wish to express the deep chord of emotion which the name of Armis- tice day strikes within us. It is a day for rejoicing, but with a certain reservation and a moment of reflection for those who gavo up their lives before the close of the great war, Hill, Weaver & Company Gladstone Hotel Bldg. Phone 948 PAGE SEVEN THE NEW _ éagey oe In Flanders’ Fields In Flanders’ fields, the poppies grow, Between the Crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky, The larks still bravely singing, fly. Scarce heard amid the guns below, We are the dead—short daye ago We lived—felt dawn—saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie— In Flanders’ Fields. "h Take up our quarrel with the foe~— To you from failing hands we throw The torch! Be yours to lift it high, If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep though poppies grow In Flanders’ Fields, 4 NOLAN CHEVROLET CO. | Lavoye Casper Glenrock 1918S —ARMISTICE DA Y—1925 Soldiers of America, on the anniversary of your great day of victory, we salute you. Betty's Beauty Parlor Tribune Building Phone 707 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 In every city and hamlet, hundreds of vic- tors work quietly at their trades, operate their business establishments, or earn their living in professional ways. It is to these men, the “Boys of 1918” that we direct our homage today. All honor is due them, THE BEE HIVE NEW LOCATION ON CENTER STREET Consolidated Royalty Building Store Formerly Occupied by the Princess Confectionery Co. 1918—ARMISTICE DAY—1925 All hail to the champions of democracy who willingly brought a halt to bloodshed on this day seven.years ago, but only when their purpose had been accomplished. A war is unfortunate, but when it is fought for the greater good of the entire world, we feel it is justifiable. Today is a day for true re- joicing. Watson Radio Shop O-S Building Phone 900 1918—ARMISTICE That the great American people may real- ize the momentous importance of the vic- tory accomplished in 1918, this day has been set aside for celebration and observ- ance of the occasion in a general way. We are glad to be a cog in the machine and are striving to do our part in the Casper observ- ance, Stockmen’s National Bank First Trust & Savings Bank Y aie dee “tn ~ hee