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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1917
Page
7
The page carries a mix of newspaper masthead details and a column of wry observations on politics and public figures. Jokes reference Tom Watson, Senator Gore, LaFollette, and a Cuban Senorita with trunks, set against a backdrop of coal prices and Washington chatter. Local spelling and era voice anchor the piece.
The piece argues President Wilson should address Congress to press peace terms and indemnity linked to fighting German militarism. It stresses democracy as America’s core aim, calls for revenue to aid Allies and reparations for Belgium Serbia and Romania, and urges bold publicity to attract investment for Wilmington’s growth.
The piece argues Russia's persistence under pressure sustains allied aims and may shift EMI dynamics toward democracy. It notes German influence, calls for preserving democracy, and urges entente effort to keep Russia from collapsing. It also reports Wilmington Corn Show funding and support for corn, cattle, and poultry growth to aid consumers and trade.
The Young Men's Business Club of Greenwood Mississippi selected J Blanding Haman as secretary. Haman, with years in local newspaper work, is described as a live-wire who can promote Greenwood by both tongue and pen.
Fragmentary text from the Columbia State suggests a reference to North Carolina and a running play or strategy, but details are missing leaving the outcome and context unclear.
Washington August 25 sound clean healthy seed is the first requirement for a much larger wheat crop the USDA aims for next year Farmers should use a fanning mill to remove weeds smut and shriveled grain and then treat seed to prevent smut Seed should be sourced near the farm and bought promptly to avoid unsuitable varieties Storing seed in rat proof bins guards against pests and loss Farmers should consult neighbors state experiment stations for best varieties and practices
The Wilmington Dispatch calls for punishment of draft evaders. The High Point Enterprise notes the topic and suggests locating those evading conscription.
A Wilmington Dispatch note remarks that butter in North Carolina can run ten miles per day in certain weather, contrasting with a Charleston observation about Russians. The exchange highlights surprising physical behavior of butter in heat.
A High Point Enterprise note remarks that General Wood shows similar fondness for Wilmington as for General Wood, with Wilmington papers seemingly amused by his stance. The snippet suggests local snickering and media tone over the situation.
The Wilmington Dispatch remarks that Vardaman has long ears but missed longer ears, joking he keeps them rubbed short by pressing them to the ground. The quip plays on his reputation and stands as a lighthearted aside in Columbia State coverage.
The idea that Wilmington should share a publicity man, as advanced by the Rotary Club and others, has certainly met with the approbation of many people in Wilmington. The Dispatch notes this may lead to a forthcoming shocking exposure.
The notice outlines Seaboard Air Line schedules between Wilmington Charlotte and intermediate points with Pullman parlor sleeper service. It lists No 13 3 56 PM to Charlotte via intermediate points No 19 5 00 AM sleeper between Wilmington and Birmingham Atlanta and Charlotte No 314 12 30 PM from Marriott to Jackson points and a No 20 12 10 AM service. It invites reservations via City Ticket Agent phone and lists H E Plaess T Pla John H West officials.
Southern Railway System offers reduced round trip tickets from all North Carolina points to Raleigh N C and return for events August 21 28 and August 25 30 1917 Tickets on sale August 19 20 21 26 27 28 with final return by September 2 1917 Traveling Passenger Agent J O Jones Raleigh N C urged to book through railway agents.
Disjointed timetable snippet shows multiple daily times for trains in Asheville and Wilmington North Carolina. Mentions T C Whith as General Passenger Agent and the Atlantic Coast Line known as The Standard Railroad of the South.
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