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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1917
Page
4
A North Carolina issue weighs a grave dispute over the proper name for the old A and TM College at Raleigh. Debates center on whether to use State College of Agriculture and Engineering or Engineering College and the role of agriculture in the state.
The item surveys political commentary in brief, urging support for the President and congressional action. It cites figures like Roosevelt and Champ Clark, questions pacifism and subsidies, and notes debates over the eight hour day and peace meetings. It mentions See America First, Mann for Speaker, and Ty Cobb in passing.
The text notes that Mitchel has retained Charles Evans Hughes to defend before a Republican Legislature where he comments on a Democratic legislator. The report then mentions Mr. Hughes.
The centennial observance honors the church and its pastor Rev. J. M. Wells D. D. and their role in spreading Christianity at home and abroad. The article notes long records of noble deeds, strong faith, and ongoing influence on Wilmington and foreign missions. The occasion is praised as inspiring and joyful for all people.
The piece argues for a compulsory universal training program as a moderate, American compatible form of national service. It proposes a three month annual training period over three or four years, conducted at home, to strengthen both body and mind and to prepare young men for service and personal advancement. It warns against extreme measures that would clash with national spirit.
The article critiques dry leaders in Congress over a bone dry rider to the postal bill. It notes an opposing paper called The Other Side urging a true test of prohibition. It argues the test could reveal real merit or hypocrisy in the prohibition movement and challenges the dry faction to accept.
The American Aeroplanes Company stockholders voted to transfer the Wilmington plant and equipment to the government. If accepted, Wilmington may soon produce aeroplanes under government supervision, seen as a good plan amid strong local testing prospects for airships.
Committee travels to Raleigh to press Wilmington's case for a government mobilization site. Advocates highlight the city's location soil health records and overall advantages to persuade inspectors to choose Wilmington. They urge visiting officers to see the scene firsthand.
The piece notes a miscaption that linked Wilmington’s National Guard mobilization camp to a caption about woman suffrage, asserting both causes merit equal regard and urging proper labeling to reflect the editorial intent.
The State Board of Health releases figures showing January death certificates reflect a higher impact from the measles epidemic than the death rate alone would suggest. The bulletin outlines the broader consequences and the ongoing public health concerns for the state.
The ad claims eczema stems from infected blood and promises lasting relief by purifying the blood with S. S. S. Aimed at readers seeking cure, it disputes topical treatments and touts a vegetable formula with free medical advice from Swift Specific Co.
A public health board notes 126 measles deaths in January across North Carolina as February and March are expected to show higher totals. It warns measles often leads to fatal pneumonia and other complications, with many children left with lasting vision and physical impairments. Iredell and Montgomery counties report the highest January deaths.
The city of Wilmington sues John W. Neil et al and, by commissioner Bellamy, offers for sale at court house steps in New Hanover County the northwest quarter of Lot 8 Block 255 in Wilmington. Sale to satisfy a court judgment will occur April 2 at twelve o'clock for cash.
Notice from the City of Wilmington and its Board of Elections calling a primary for April 17 1917 and a general municipal election on May 1 1917. It lists wards polling places registrars and judges and details registration rules and hours for seven days prior to each election.
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