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Two song sheets from first two years of WW1 when America was remaining neutral.
#1 1914 ‘We Stand for Peace while Others War’
Nice cover photo of President Wilson, surrounded by border containing doves of Peace
Inside front cover is text of ‘President Wilson’s Appeal to Americans’.
"The world’s turned back a thousand years, Since War! Is now the cry, The smile of Progress turns to tears, The helpless wonder why?..."
Back page has lyrics (poem), titled Help the “Cause” by Memorizing this poem!. At bottom: ‘Suggested by President Wilson’s appeal to the American People to be neutral in thought and deed:-“which will best safeguard the nation against distress and disaster” '.
6 pages, 3 with music and lyrics.
Some paper toning around edges.
14” x 10 ⅜”
#2 1915 ‘Go Right Along Mister Wilson (And We’ll All Stand By You)’
Nice cover image of bald eagle perched on American flag, wreath.
Starmer (artists, Starmer Brothers)
“Dark clouds gather in the eastern sky, - People are excited everywhere; - Wise men shake their heads and heave a sigh, - There’s a spirit of war in the air…”
Name of owner written on front (Grace Wright). Also stamped ‘Pay to order of First National Bank Madison Wis, Hook Bros Piano Co.’
Advertising on back cover, photo of cover song sheet “My Tom Tom Man”, and music/lyrics below.
6 pages, 4 with music and lyrics
Some creases, small tear bottom of spine. Three pieces of tape supporting spine. Paper toning.
13 ⅝” x 10 ⅝”
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