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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1917
Page
4
The Wilmington Morning Star notes that within days Congress may pass the selective draft plan to rapidly build a strong army. The piece argues the measure aligns with war department studies, marks practical progress, and meets urgent needs over traditional methods.
Charlotte residents choose a $250000 bond to fund school improvements despite debate over registration reform. The editorial notes future needs and emphasizes that the cost should not burden the present generation.
The essay argues that the global conflict now becomes a fight over production and food. Nations with scarce resources face starvation pressure while leaders urge increased crop yields and broader mobilization to sustain armies and economies.
The Charlotte charter election allowed voting by mail marking a first in North Carolina. Traveling salesmen and others away on election day could cast ballots, with a large majority of mail voters supporting the commission form of government. The result is seen as a clear endorsement of the commission system.
The piece notes Billy Sunday’s large scale evangelistic campaigns in New York, arguing on balance that despite mixed methods the crowds and potential conversions represent real good. It recalls Sunday’s beginnings with Dr. J Wilbur Chapman and cites a Times account of Chapman praising Sunday’s influence and dedication.
An editorial argues the amendment to authorize Theodore Roosevelt to organize and lead an army division in France should not be forced into the army bill. It urges leaving organization to the War Department and notes Roosevelt’s courage could inspire allies, but mandatory action would be improper.
A harsh reminder that discord within the United States aids foes abroad and may be spread by seemingly friendly voices. The message stresses that true patriotism shows in deeds, not smiles or fervent talk alone.
Rt Rev Charles T Olmsted bishop of Central New York born in Cohoes New York 75 years ago today. Rt Rev George H Kinsolving bishop of Austin Texas born in Preston county Virginia 68 years ago today. Otto T Barnard New York lawyer and 1909 mayoral candidate born in Brooklyn 63 years ago today. Bertram G Goodhue New York architect born Pomfret Connecticut 48 years ago today. Alfred de Oro Cuban born billiard pro born Manzanillo Cuba 54 years ago today.
One year ago today in war on April 28, 1916 British forces under General Townshend at Kut el Amara surrendered to the Turks by starvation. German forces reported gains on the western front. Hindenburg recovered the Russian line, taking 5,600 prisoners as the third Russian detachment reached Marseilles.
Chronology of notable figures and events marked by anniversaries. 1817 birth of Alabama provisional governor Lewis E. Parsons in Broome County New York. 1842 death of Elijah Paine in Williamstown Vermont. 1867 death of Italian patriot Carlo Poerio in Florence. 1892 Grand Central Theatre fire tragedy in Philadelphia with twelve lives lost.
The Zebra is described as indecisive about color, mixing black and white. The column jokes that a woman's stocking may change while a Zebra never does, endlessly circling itself. It compares the Zebra to delirious animals but suggests it might learn from a peroxide blond.
Nebraska farmers, guided by University of Nebraska agricultural experts, push for the state’s largest corn and barley crops as bumper wheat failed due to winter kill. The plan includes new planting and acreage increases to support the national food mobilization effort, with barley marked as a new major crop for many growers.
London reports two Tessie battalions ready to sail for France as pioneer units of the Women's Auxiliary Army. They are clerks maids and waitresses, dressed in khaki with skirts as war attire, reflecting a shift toward women in service roles.
Theodore Roosevelt leads a campaign swing at Chicago's Stock Yards urging men for the army navy and marine corps. The speech blends Rough Rider and Billy Sunday tactics to mobilize Western cities and patriotic societies for national defense.
Representatives of leading Chicago fraternities gather at the University Club for the Interfraternity Association annual get-together. The event will include business talks and a patriotic rally promoting universal military training with O H Cheney of Pacific Bank of New York City as chief speaker.
The State Board of Health announces suspension of the post graduate medical instruction planned for this summer to keep physicians available for active service. Doctors who would teach have pledged their services to the Officers' Medical Reserve Corps, delaying the program despite its past success and lower costs. Dr. W. S. Rankin originated the plan and will present it to the New York State Medical Society in Utica.
Brigadier General Harry F Hodges commander of the North Atlantic Coast Artillery district ranked among the army's leading engineers. He helped plan and build the Panama canal serving as right hand to chief engineer G S Goethals. Hodges born in Massachusetts in 1860 graduated West Point 1881 fourth in his class. He rose to captain in 1893 and served as colonel of the First U S Volunteer Engineers in the Spanish American War. During the Cuban occupation he was chief engineer officer and later spent seven years in the Canal Zone directing designs of locks dams and other works on the isthmian waterway.
Cincinnati invention promotes Freezone as a cheap ether-based remedy available at drug stores. A few drops on a corn or callus instantly relieves pain and loosens the area for easy removal, with no skin irritation. The ad promises painless results and highlights a yellow label as a sign of genuineness.
E. L. Sleeper, as mortgagee, will sell May 28 1917 at the courthouse door in New Hanover County for cash. The property includes two 50 acre tracts in Cape Fear township bounded by Solomon branch and Island Creek. The deeds trace to Frank Solomon via A J Grady with dates in 1871 and 1873.
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