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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1917
Page
4
A collation of editorials and comments mocks pacifists while discussing wartime policy. It notes Roosevelt ready to strike, Senate debate on the war resolution, and varied views from Norris to LaFollette. It references Austria-Hungary, submarines, seagull warnings, and calls for national unity under patriotic taxation.
In a progressive era moment, officials urge voters to check their names on the registration books to confirm eligibility for upcoming elections. The article underscores the importance of accurate records and timely updates for all prospective voters.
The Senate passes a war resolution saying the United States must enter the conflict to defend democracy. It warns against soft approaches, urges coordinated action with the Entente, and insists America must hit hard to win. Senator Tillman echoes the demand for decisive force.
Jewish leaders in New York including Rabbi Wise support the entente cause arguing democracy versus autocracy as Russia’s autocracy falls. President Wilson clarifies the war targets democracy not Germans, while Senator Hitchcock cites America’s aims to defend honor and democracy, framing a righteous cause for the nation.
An Associated Press report from the British front notes growing belief that a good soldier can be made in six months. It questions forcing twelve months of service and suggests universal training divided into three or four month periods yearly may suffice for postwar needs with emphasis on spirit as well as physical fitness.
Advertises Rheuma as a cure for rheumatism with a money back guarantee. Sold by R. R. Bellamy and druggists at not more than 50 cents a bottle. Claims relief after a half teaspoonful daily for two days and notes five years of use across America with thousands relieved.
William M. Wood famed woolen industry leader born Martha's Vineyard Massachusetts 56 years ago today. A Lincoln Filene Boston merchant and civic figure born Boston 52 years ago today. John Q Tilson Connecticut congressman born Clear Branch Tennessee 55 years ago today. William H Deneen former baseball player and umpire born Syracuse New York 41 years ago today. Joseph Stecher heavyweight wrestling claimant born Dodge Nebraska 24 years ago today.
An advertisement touts La Creole Hair Dressing as a cure for premature gray hair. It claims hair will darken evenly, become soft and lustrous, and new hair will sprout. Sold at Jarman & Futrelle’s drug store in Wilmington, North Carolina or by mail for $1 with a money back guarantee.
The Seaboard Air Line Railway announces limited round trip fares to multiple cities including Atlanta Greensboro and New Orleans with various sale dates.pricing includes 13.95 to 52.20 and specific sale windows plus limited return deadlines. Contact R W Wallace C T A or T P A Wilmington NC for details.
The City of Wilmington announces a primary on April 17 1917 and a general municipal election on May 1 1917 to elect a Mayor and council members from wards one four and six. Polling places and election officials are designated with registration rules, hours, and seven day pre election registration.
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