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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1917
Page
9
A collection of witty quips and satirical lines reflects wartime sentiment. Jokes reference the Allies, the Kaiser, Turkey and Germany, plus domestic concerns like bread prices and draft policy. The piece uses light political humor to comment on current events and public mood.
Sir John Balfour leads a party presenting a chart that outlines the snags encountered at war’s start. The chart aims to show which points proved profitable to note for future efforts.
A historical note suggests Mexicans hissed American Ambassador Fletcher. The remark implies a broader tension with the outside world and portrays Mexicans as making geese of themselves.
The piece argues the selective draft is a scientific method for raising troops, sacrificing some workers with less dependence while preserving national strength. It claims this approach minimizes overall suffering by keeping essential labor at home and front lines strong, linking democracy, Christainity, and faster end to war.
The piece notes Americans fighting for the Allies and serving as nurses and doctors in France strengthen the Entente. It highlights North Carolina heroes, a Virginia lieutenant, and France decorating Dr Owen Kenan. It also announces the American Red Cross Hospital of Paris with 400 beds and calls for American support.
The piece argues reformers and churchmen share a goal but differ on methods and warn against barring churches and women from political roles. It contends politics shape laws protecting home life and morality, urging ministers and women to engage in reform to strengthen foundation and order.
The Lumberton Dresden and Jennings cotton mills under one management awarded a 10 percent bonus on the past three months earnings to their operatives. The bonus is described as a handsome gift and a token of loyal service.
An advertisement promoting beach travel with service every half hour this afternoon, inviting readers to visit the shore.
Goldsboro is to build a three story brick stemmery, 89 by 150 feet, with 40 000 pounds daily capacity at the August opening of the tobacco market. Located at the north end of William Street, it's owned by Goldsboro Construction Co and leased to T B Jenkins Tobacco Co with T B Jenkins as manager.
Advert suggests enjoying a seaside day as suitable beach weather. Encourages readers to take advantage of favorable conditions for outdoor leisure by the coast.
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