E.L. Roshke letter to Theodore Graebner - November 17, 1919
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[November] 17, 1919 Rev. E.L. Roshke, Bourbon, [Missouri] Dear Friend and Brother:- I was very glad to hear from you indeed and the news your letter conveyed about the Lutherville, Arkansas affair was quite illuminating; but not at all surprising. I find that in most cases the troubles which our people have had because of the German Language and parochial schools were provoked through the attitude which our people had taken locally. If we could all remember that we are going to live the rest of our days in America many difficulties would vanish from our synodical work. I am glad to read that you appreciate both Lutheran Witness and Der Lutheraner. It is well for editors to know that their articles are not only read but read with discrimination. With sincere regards, I remain very truly yours, c/gk 3618 Texas Avenue
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| Title | E.L. Roshke letter to Theodore Graebner - November 17, 1919 |
| Creator | Roshke, E.L. |
| Source | Roshke, E.L. Letter to Theodore Graebner. 17 November 1919. Graebner, Theodore Collection. Concordia Historical Institute, St. Louis, Missouri. |
| Description | Letter from Reverend E.L. Roshke to Theodore Graebner concerning a recent incident in Lutherville, Arkansas where a German pastor was driven from his home. Following World War I, anti-German sentiments rose across the county. Some states passed legislation forbidding the teaching of German in both public and private schools. The Lutheran Church was divided by the conflict on conducting services and religious instruction in German. |
| Subject LCSH | World War, 1914-1918--Public opinion; World War, 1914-1918--Religious aspects; German language |
| Subject Local | WWI; World War I |
| Contributing Institution | Concordia Historical Institute |
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| Date Original | November 17, 2019 |
| Language | English |