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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1917
Page
2
La Creole Hair Dressing promises to revert hair to its original dark color evenly without odor or stickiness. It claims safe use, washable and curl-friendly results, stops dandruff and promotes healthy shine. Sold by Ari an Futrelle or mailed via Van Vleet Drug Co., Memphis.
Under a court order and power of sale, Woodus Kellum as commissioner will publicly auction on August 7 at noon at the Jarvis House Door in Wilmington North Carolina a parcel of real estate in Lot 6 Block 508 on Northern Castle Street according to the city plan. The property begins 33 feet north of Castle Street and proceeds 66 feet east and 100 feet south to the starting point. The sale is for cash to the highest bidder.
The Royal presents Norma Talmadge in Panthea, a Selznick production based on Monckton Hoffe's drama. The story follows Panthea from Russia to England, where she sacrifices herself for her husband’s artistic success, with Allan Dwan directing a rapid, high drama plot and vivid scenes of Nihilist persecution and a sea fire.
Ruth Roland headlines at the Grand with an all star cast in The Matrimonial Martyr, a five reel Pathe Gold Rooster drama of thrills and suspense. The feature follows the success of Madam X with Gold Rooster weekly showings planned thereafter. The film was hand colored at the Paris Pathe studios and showcases Roland in top form.
Peplac promotional events drew large crowds at Payne and Hanover Drug stores with experts explaining the tonic’s benefits for stomach liver and kidney symptoms. Burke urged use this season noting relief from dyspepsia indigestion and related ailments and listing local retailers carrying Peplac.
Edward Sandlin of Wilmington leads Sandlin's Dead Shot Co. (Inc.) with 7 percent and showcases the bed bug destroyer product. Incorporators include J. King, J. C. McKay, A. H. Yepp, H. E. Bilis. Stockholders span Wilmington and beyond with buyers and salesmen tied to local firms and firms in Columbia Warsaw Charleston Greensboro.
Citizens await the ouster hearing in Memphis Tennessee for Mayor T C Ashcroft and Police Commissioner Ennis Dotiz with charges including failure to enforce prohibition and related laws. The hearing is scheduled in the equity court tomorrow amid growing public interest.
General Sir Herbert Plumier, a noted British commander overseeing the western front push, is referred to in service circles as the "Dandy General" for his distinctive style and leadership during the campaign.
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