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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1917
Page
4
A Wilmington column blends ad debt rates with satirical war commentary. It cites German strikers, draft talk, food prices, and patriotic references while quipping about fashion and public figures as it reflects home front sentiment.
The State Department announced the arrival of the important French commission headed by General Joffre, joining a British group to form a world leaders coalition aimed at spreading democracy and curbing autocracy. The report highlights geopolitical impact, wartime experience, and economic policy questions such as gasoline price guidance and food price stability.
The inquiry report pins blame for gasoline price increases on Standard Oil, detailing production drops and surging demand in 1915. It argues profits justified by supply and demand but warns retailers may overcharge, urging timely action and state leadership to curb a monopoly and to boost home food production in the South.
An old advertisement letter from Kaminer's Drug Store in Spartanburg S C dated November 4 1916 praises Kilmer and Co Swamp Root kidney medicine. It urges readers to send ten cents for a sample and promises a booklet on kidneys and bladder. The ad notes regular fifty cent and one dollar sizes available at drug stores and mentions The Wilmington Dispatch.
A court in the state recessed to let farmers return to fields and in Alabama Judge Clayton postponed nearly all trials to avoid keeping farmers from work. The move, while delaying some cases, aims to speed justice for the human family by enabling farming and reducing suffering that fuels litigation and lawbreaking.
On this day in history April 24 1916 revolts erupted in Dublin led by Sinn Fein. British forces captured Sir Roger Casement as he tried to land arms in Ireland. Italians gained a mountain peak but forfeited part of a recent Conquest on the Corso amid severe bombardments after a French advance at Verdun.
One Hundred Years Ago Today Joseph N Ireland born in New York City and died in Bridgeport Conn on December 29 1898. Seventy Five Years Ago Today Nelson S Rulison born in Jefferson County New York and died in Germany on September 1 1897. Fifty Years Ago Today Pesth preparations for Austro Hungarian coronation. Twenty Five Years Ago Today 1892 fifteen conspirators against the government arrested in Bulgaria.
An advertisement promotes Q Ban Hair Color Restorer as a safe easy way to restore natural gray or faded hair with a single shampoo like application. It claims a uniform shade, glossy texture, and long lasting color with a money back guarantee. Includes pricing and distributor details in Memphis Tennessee and Green’s Drug Store locations.
General Henri Philippe Petain Verdun veteran born Couchy-a-la-Tour sixty one years ago today. General Joseph Gallieni Paris saver and minister of war born Haute Garronne sixty eight years ago today. William Elliott Gonzales US minister to Cuba since 1913 born Charleston South Carolina four hundred fifty one years ago today. Cyril Maude leading English stage actor born London fifty five years ago today.
An advertisement for Tassco tablets from Elvington's Pharmacy promises painless weight reduction without dieting or exercise. It claims medical endorsement, harmless effects, and home delivery with 50 cent boxes.
State of North Carolina New Hanover County Lenone H Jenkins sues Jasper R Jenkins for adultery. Jasper FR Jenkins non resident cannot be found in the state. Defendant must appear at the next term of the Superior Court in May 1917 or demur to the complaint or judgment will be granted. April 3 1917.
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