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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1918

Page

10

Foreign language papers urge Liberty Bond subscriptions

German language publications across the United States urge liberty bond purchases in editorials and ads. Reports to Hans Rieg show thousands of subscriptions from foreign language communities as campaigns expand with 41 nationalities represented and rallies held in multiple cities.

Washington United States Liberty America National Liberty War Credit Hans Rieg Germany Liberty Loan Rieg

Calotabs Calomel Reform Sold as Liver Purifier

The ad touts Calotabs as a refined form of calomel claiming it purifies the liver and cleanses the system. One tab at night with water yields no nausea and a strong next morning appetite. Sold only in original packages, with a money back guarantee from druggists.

A New Car for Your Old One

A local ad promotes repainting services offering a quick handsome finish at low price. It highlights using Valentine Company varnishes and materials with a guarantee of durability and quality. The copy emphasizes modern appearance and value in automotive refinishing.

Sughout Valantine Mpany Valentin Company Guarantee

Helena's Fifth Century Hospitals Aid Soldiers

In the fifth century the Empress Helena established hospitals along routes between Rome and Constantinople. These facilities cared for sick and wounded soldiers of the empire while serving major road arteries and military needs.

Helena Empire Rome Constantinople

South Carolina Medical Association Elects Officers in Aiken

In Aiken on April 19 the South Carolina Medical Association, at its 70th annual session, elected officers for the coming year. About 200 doctors attended. meetings were held at Highland Park hotel. New officers include President James A. Hayne and vice presidents E T Kelley N B Edgerton H T Hall and secretary treasurer E A Hines. The state medical board names Harry Wyman as president J T Taylor Adams Run John Lyon Greenwood A M Brails ford Mullins J J Watson Columbia E W Pressley Clover H L Shaw Fountain Inn and A E Boozer Columbia.

Aiken D. C South Carolina Medical Association Highland Park Hotel James A. Hayne Columbia E. T. Kelley Kingstree N. B. Edgerton H. T. Hall E. A. Hines Seneca State Medical Board Harry Wyman J. T. Taylor Adams Run John Lyon Greenwood A. M. Brailsford Mullins J. J. Watson

Brailsford and Pressler Serve Together at Camp Sevier

Brailsford and Pressler are in the army stationed at Camp Sevier.

Brailsford and Pressler Army Camp Sevier

Newberry College President Resigns to Lead Philadelphia Church

The Rev. J. Henry Harms D D longtime head of Newberry College since 1914 resigns to accept the pastorate of the Church of the Holy Communion in Philadelphia. The church is regarded as the leading Lutheran church in the United States and gained fame under Rev. Joseph A Seiss.

Newberry S. C J. Henry Harms D. D Newberry College Church of the Holy Communion Philadelphia United States Joseph A. Seiss

Meningitis cases rise in South Carolina in early 1918

Columbia South Carolina April 19 1918 191 meningitis cases reported since late December 1917 to Dr James A Hayne secretary of the State Board of Health 45 deaths 11 suspected cases noted in the tally.

Columbia S. C James A. Hayne State Board of Health

Knife slips injuring Mullins resident in morning mishap

Thursday morning Mrs. A. M. Drew, a resident near Mullins, was cutting ham when the knife slipped and she suffered an injury. Details of the incident follow in next notes.

A. M. Drew Mullins

Woman Nearly Cut Nose by Knife in Breakfast Meat Incident

A Mullins Enterprise report describes a woman who came to town for medical treatment after a near-nose injury from a knife while cutting breakfast meat. She suffered significant pain and the blade lodged just below the left eye as medical aid stopped the blood.

Mullins Enterprise

Patriots' Day Parade In Boston Marks Independence Spirit

Boston on Patriots' Day 1916 featured a mammoth military parade with National Army units from Camp Devens regulars from forts and sailors and Marines from the Charleston Navy Yard. Secretary Daniels reviewed the procession with Governor McCall and Mayor Peters.

Boston Mass Massachusetts Lexington National Army Camp Devens Charleston Navy Yard Daniels McCall Peters

Primrose Day Honors in England Mark Disraeli Legacy

London marks Primrose Day on April 19 honoring Benjamin Disraeli. Citizens wear the primrose favored by Lord Beaconsfield to honor his memory and influence in politics.

England London Benjamin Disraeli Beaconsfield

Primrose League Honors Beaconsfield Statue Anniversary

Englishmen pay tribute to a great statesman rivaling Gladstone. Parliament Square Beaconsfield statue decorated as in time honored custom. The statesman died 37 years ago today.

Gladstone Primrose League Beaconsfield Parliament Square

Army chaplains school opens at Camp Zachary Taylor

Under a War Department order a school for army chaplains from the Middle West will open at Camp Zachary Taylor tomorrow. Experienced chaplains will preside and instruct about 150 National service recruits in both practical and spiritual field duties.

Louisville War Department Middle West Camp Zachary Taylor

Traveling salesmen recruited for Liberty Loan drive in Louisiana

New Orleans April 19 Hundreds of traveling salesmen in Louisiana will be recruited for patriotic publicity work in support of the third Liberty Loan. Plans to be adopted by the Louisiana Division of the Travelers Protective Association were to be announced at its annual convention in this city. An unusually large attendance of delegates was expected.

New Orleans Third Liberty Loan Louisiana T Ravelers’ Protective Association Cty

Notable Illinois ex-governor’s daughter to wed in Chicago

Miss Dorothy Deneen, daughter of former Illinois governor and Mrs. Charles S. Deneen, will marry Allmand M. Blow, son of the late A. A. Blow and Mrs. Blow, in a two day session opening today. The ceremony is set for tomorrow evening at the bride’s parents’ home in Knoxville, Tenn.

Chicago Ill Dorothy Deneen Illinois Charles $. Deneen Allmand M. Blow A. A. Blow Bloff Knoxville Tenn

Brock Flowers Couple Quietly Wed In Secret

A. and Brock of Smithfield married Miss Annis Flowers daughter of W J Flowers former postmaster at Princeton Sunday afternoon while out in an automobile. They kept the marriage secret, and bride left with the groom to Smithfield after he returned to work.

Mount Olive N. C A. & Brock Smithfield Annis Flowers W. J. Flowers Princeton

New York Furnishes 1200 Women for Overseas Service

New York City has supplied about 1,200 women for overseas service including physicians nurses and canteen workers to support military and allied efforts.

New York City

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