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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1918
Page
8
The official committee buttons are ready for distribution to Liberty Loan workers. Those without a button should contact the chairman who will provide one. Bond sales remain brisk with subscriptions from rural districts, and several denominations are selling rapidly as volunteers pursue the public in a businesslike effort.
Ten dogs were collected by the city dog catchers since yesterday. Three have been reclaimed, leaving seven in the pound awaiting incineration unless claimed. A 50 cent per day pound fee must be paid to reclaim a dog. an unruly bulldog on South Eighth Street resisted capture amid efforts by the handlers.
The Giants and Railroaders from the Atlantic Coast Line Railway meet tomorrow afternoon at 3 30 at Robert Strange Playgrounds. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend this ball game likely to offer an interesting contest.
A critic lauds the Academy of Music show Have a Heart praising its evenly balanced company and lack of overdone parts. The musical comedy features enjoyable tunes and bright performances by Joseph Reno Lizzie O’Brien Katherine Galloway Grace Hoey Henry Antrim Willard Ward and others. The production is well staged and warmly received by audiences.
Raleigh advices report the Cape Fear Packing Company charter amended to increase capital stock. The change updates the company’s structure and equity base.
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