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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1918
Page
5
War era column notes daily life and events in 1918 including war news, propaganda, food regulations, local industry plans, and public sentiment. Mentions Raleigh airplane plans, Old Glory anniversary, and local politics with oblique references to German actions and home front issues.
The Charlotte Observer reports Judge James R. Boyd opening the Federal Court in Charlotte with a stern warning against traitors and mob law. He says supporters from abroad who turn on the nation deserve punishment and urges unity in wartime. He lauds Henry Page the state food administrator for strict enforcement and cites citizen cooperation including a Wake County farmer’s pledge of grain to the government.
The piece condemns hoarders and rule violators as enemies aiding the Kaiser, noting rumors of schemes to evade food rules and privileged access to flour sugar and bread while most Americans endure shortages and sacrifice. The tone calls for punishment and lasting shame for selfish behavior during wartime.
Reported strong probability that the Democratic executive committee may name a woman opposed to suffrage. Suffragists protest, noting the oddity of recognizing women while selecting an anti-suffrage representative.
N G Brinson died at his home in Reelsboro on April 1 1918 after five days of paralysis. The 74 year old Pamlico County resident was highly respected. Also noted is discussion of school funding and wartime education with Lt James A Lockhart praising longer terms and better teachers.
One year ago today in war news the United States Senate passed a resolution declaring war on Germany by an 82 to 6 vote. French forces captured dominating heights and three villages on the St Quentin front. Germans crossed the Stokhod River in Volhynia causing heavy Russian losses.
The Spanish embassy in London is described as the oldest permanent embassy globally, marking a historic milestone in diplomatic history and showcasing long standing bilateral ties.
Dr. Jones notes 45 negro men reported to the camp early morning with all present and on time. They volunteered eagerly, some napped briefly before departure, proving loyalty and patriotism. The Twin City Sentinel praises afternoon papers for timely war news, while the Rocky Mount Telegram cites General Pershing on front-line policy.
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