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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1918
Page
4
Daily and Sunday,/ Six Months. Daily and Sunday,/ 3 Months. Sunday Only,/ One Year. base This is the last day to register for the school bond election. If you haven't paid your poll tax, do it now. After next Wednesday will be too late. Every day is Liberty day now. Buy Liberty Bonds to feel better and help Wilmington reach the top of subscriptions.
A short comic verse contrasts Johnny's pride in his country with his silence over lost money. It shifts to a wartime note about Ukrainian peasants rebelling against Austro German invaders. The piece mentions Champ Clark leaving the Senate after years in the House.
A wartime dispatch notes that the exact strength of Pershing's force is immaterial. the crucial point is that he has enough troops available in France to carry out the mission.
The message warns that only those with conviction should register to vote in the school bond election. those lacking nerve are advised not to register.
The piece questions if Gover nor Gardner struggle to fill Senator Stone’s seat due to reluctance to team with Reed. It also notes the Zeebrugge raid commander faces removal for letting the British raid catch him, a punishment seen as lighter than expected by the official.
Raleigh becomes the latest city to push closing poolrooms during the war period. Advocates label them non essential and harmful to economy and morale. The proposal argues such establishments promote extravagance and idleness, a view with notable support.
The signal sent aboard the British ship Vindictive before the Veebrugge raid shouted a bold line about twisting the drag anchor tail. The remark joins famous phrases like Don't give up the ship in maritime lore.
Federal authorities ask North Carolina to convene a special session to pass laws aimed at breaking up idleness in the state. Generally, special sessions are unwelcome, but this case could be prudent.
The fragment features Mr Boff advising caution while Luke McLuke and Miss Rose discuss footwear and a plan to proceed with silk shoes. The playful rhyme hints at a lighthearted, period style exchange with character names.
A call to plant flowers at home to support morale and Liberty Bond campaigns. The Washington Times urges embracing blooms for beauty and spiritual uplift, citing Emerson and Maude Adams, and contrasts Washington with Wilmington where locals can grow flowers abundantly. The piece promotes visiting florists and cultivating garden spaces at home.
North Carolina considers a special General Assembly session to tighten vagrancy laws amid labor shortages. Luther Stewart of the U S Employment Service urged extraordinary action, citing a 1905 Revisal provision and loopholes in current statutes. The plan faces cost concerns but aims to curb idleness and enforce stricter penalties.
The Whiteville News-Reporter notes floods destroyed a large portion of the county strawberry crop after an otherwise promising start. Earlier cold weather shortened yields and last week’s rains threatened final losses. Rising costs for picking packing and marketing leave growers feeling blue.
The top commander leading French British and American forces in France earns civilian admiration as he reassures the public and delays action until necessary. A French officer notes the priority of division and soldier welfare over immediate combat, while Ludendorff may face Anglo French American fighting when the moment demands.
The Greensboro Record notes predictions about the Western Front suggesting the battle may extend through the summer with varying opinions among front line leaders about an end date. The piece emphasizes the uncertainty and cautions readers against confident forecasts amid ongoing conflict.
Superior Court adjourned Tuesday afternoon with all criminal cases disposed for now. It will reconvene Monday to try civil matters. In the Patrick case a defendant charged with murder is in the army and to be brought back if not drafted. Bolton case defendant Smith pleaded guilty to manslaughter. final judgment due Monday. Both parties in that case are white. The shooting involved a deserter from Fort Caswell at his Boston home two months ago.
Angus Chavis of Raft Swamp denies attending the Greensboro Republican convention and clarifies that the Pembroke Chavis at the event is a Pembroke Anangas not the Raft Swamp leader. The statement affirms his Democratic allegiance and rebukes misidentification.
A suspicious Wednesday night blaze destroyed the four room Freeman home and five room Williams residence on Third Street. Fire progress hindered by streets. hose reached hydrant two blocks away after a delay, saving nearby structures. The Knights of Pythias North Carolina Grand Lodge annual convention, planned for June, has been postponed and will not be held in 1918 due to war conditions.
Ollie M. James announces his bid for re election as United States Senator from Kentucky. A veteran of Kentucky politics since youth, he has served in the House since 1903 and has been a Senator since 1913. He contributed as a delegate and chairman at multiple party conventions including Bryan’s campaigns.
A digest of historical anniversaries notes 1818 knighthood founding by St Michael and St George. 1843 Illinois Senator John M. Robinson dies in Ottawa. 1868 Germany’s first Customs Parliament opened in Berlin by the King of Prussia. 1893 Union general John L. Corse dies in Winchester, born Pittsburgh in 1838.
One year ago today events included Britain’s premier calling Home Rule essential for victory and peace an Allied conference in Washington agreeing on basic war conduct principles and Congress rejecting Roosevelt's volunteer force plan for France.
Major Arthur Finley Navin A B A director of camp singing born at Edge is noted in today’s column.
Christine Frederick, noted home economics expert, will speak on Economics in the Home at the Redpath Chautauqua. She promotes efficient housekeeping from Applecroft Long Island and argues household efficiency saves food and time, aiding the war effort and reducing living costs.
Worth Pennsylvania marks 47 years since a noted event. Sir Henry L. Drayton born in Kingston Ontario 49 years ago. John Cooper congressman born in England 46 years ago. Charles B. Ward congressman born in Newark New Jersey 39 years ago. R R Myess Brooklyn outfielder born in East Liverpool Ohio 29 years ago today.
The Friars Club hosts a dinner in New York to honor William Morris, the noted theatrical manager, marking his twenty-fifth year entering theatre and the tenth anniversary of his management of Harry Lau der.
The antiseptic powder Allen's Foot-Ease is shaken into shoes or added to footbaths to ease corns bunions and tired feet. It claims quick relief for smarting swelling and tenderness with over 10 000 packages used by American British and French troops. Sold everywhere for 25 cents.
Actress Priscilla Dean, once stuck in extras at Fort Lee studios, earns a big break by landing a dual role in The Two Soul Woman, an adaptation of Gelett Burgess White Cat. Elmer Clifton cast her after seeing hidden talent and beauty, and Universal will release it as a Special Attraction.
A new method turns songs into moving pictures with on screen verse and backstories. Stars Franklyn Farnum, Jrapit Hansen, Monos Salisbury, Ruth Clifford, and others headline upcoming photoplay “Over There” and more at Strand Theatre New York City and Fifth Avenue venues.
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