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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1917
Page
11
Sunday, April 15, 1917 issue from Wilmington prints a mix of classifieds and light verse about spring poetry and wartime sentiment. It includes humorous quips about war, politics, and social life with a chorus of contemporary names and events.
The House approved a seven billion dollar financial war measure with near unanimity minus Representative London. The article notes the public has grown desensitized to large figures and disasters as the European conflict escalates, while the aim remains ending the war by defeating Germany to safeguard democracy.
The piece argues Representative Kitchin will lead with conviction for the Democratic majority, supporting Allied cooperation and a non savage war aim. It calls for industrial and agricultural preparedness, urging business activity, increased production, and careful censorship to bolster the home front during the war.
The Charlotte Observer praises Major General Goethals as ideal to oversee a $50,000,000 merchant ship program and notes Wilmington’s ready facilities. A local Wilmington firm already builds wooden ships and has spare capacity. The piece argues war driven demand will benefit Wilmington during and after the conflict.
West Virginia secures a government armor plate factory in Charleston after a favorable site evaluation. The decision boosts the state’s economy and resources, signaling a nonpartisan choice and reflecting Charleston’s advantages for sourcing materials and shipping.
A Greensboro Record note quotes The Wilmington Dispatch and The Charlotte News about fashion trends and seaside scenes at Wrightsville Beach, predicting fashion and behavior shifts as summer arrives. The piece playfully envisions barefoot fashion and coastal scenes.
Local column notes a series of sharp phrases and names including Bob La Follette and references to wind and solar plexus. Mentions Wilmington Dispatch and a tragic line about a father, with a tone reminiscent of political commentary and popular quips.
In Greensboro Daily News satire, the Wilmington Dispatch laments a rumor that sock prices will double. The piece humorously suggests after early May socks remain a mere affectation and should be considered a sentiment rather than a material change.
The piece contrasts Parliament’s critique of German actions with Kaiser Wilhelm’s military front. It notes the German submarine warfare driving sea power, while Britannia’s rule rides the surface waters as the war unfolds.
The Fayetteville Observer quotes Wilmington Dispatch on whether Senator Lodge supports the President or Great Britain. It suggests appointing an investigating committee to lodge an inquiry and settle the matter for Germany’s satisfaction or dissatisfaction.
A reader accuses The Wilmington Dispatch of bias in its stance on prohibition. The letter argues hypocrisy exists in all walks and suggests a new term to honor sincere opponents of John Barleycorn. It praises those who openly oppose alcohol and fight the foe without compromise.
To the Voters of New Hanover the Salvation Army Auxiliary pleads with men to vote for candidates who are pure in life honest and God fearing. They ask any candidate who cannot meet this standard to withdraw and allow a better man to be chosen for the good of the community.
The Truckers Journal notes ideal strawberry weather last week with a late frost causing minimal damage. Lettuce and strawberry shipments will begin this week with carload moves expected mid to late next week. strawberry crops projected at 1200 cars and lettuce at 300 to 500, possibly 600 with refrigeration. Prices in Philadelphia New York and Baltimore run 20 to 35 cents for strawberries and 4 to 6 dollars per hamper for lettuce.
Washington April 14 The rail roads of the country will be granted increases ranging from 10 to 15 per cent in general freight rates by June The Interstate Commerce Commission is believed to approve a substantial increase though the 15 per cent target may not be met Western roads are expected to obtain a larger boost than eastern carriers due to higher operating costs.
A call to keep money in the city urges residents to spend locally not abroad, promoting long term prosperity and business health for Wilmington merchants.
L L Shepard asks Wilmington voters to support him in the First ward primary on April 17 1917. He pledges clean politics and an honest government guided by the majority of qualified voters and affirms America first.
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