Washington Chapel Chronicle 7, no. 2 (May 1915): 9-16
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Washington Chapel Chronicle 7, no. 2 (May 1915): 9-16
Author: Emma W. Crawford, W. Herbert Burk, Washington Chapel Guild
Year: 1915
May 1915 Issue of the Washington Chapel Chronicle, the monthly newsletter of the Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge, PA. Peace or War? - Editorial Reflection on the Lusitania Tragedy The issue opens with a poignant editorial addressing America's response to the sinking of the Lusitania, contrasting the peaceful beauty of Valley Forge with the horror of recent events. The editor condemns the German Kaiser for attacks on civilians, comparing him unfavorably to historical tyrants. President Wilson's stance of being "too proud to fight" is defended as showing moral courage rather than cowardice, drawing parallels to Washington's own preference for peace when possible. The editorial concludes with a prayer for peace but readiness if war becomes necessary, quoting "God, give us peace!... But sword on high, and brow with purpose knit!" Sunday-School Conference A sectional Conference organized by the Diocesan Board of Religious Education was held at the Chapel on May 11, 1915. J. Lee Patton chaired the event, which featured discussions on promoting interest in missions and religious education. Speakers included Mrs. John Loman, Rev. Joseph H. Earp, Rev. W. Herbert Burk, Rev. Thomas