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Alphonso F. Davidson writes that a bill has passed Congress on “colored soldiers” and offers his services to Theodore Roosevelt. He was a delegate at the Chicago Republican convention. Raised seal on letter.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1917-05-14
Proclamation from Alphonso F. Davidson, Grand Chancellor of the Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias, New Jersey, encouraging members to support the war effort. Enlisted members will be exempt from dues and assessments. Those who cannot enlist in the army should be active in the home service. All members should conserve food resources and should be discreet in conversation.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1917-05-01