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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1916
Page
4
Cartoonish opinions mix monarchy, Germany, and peace talks with references to King Constantine Roosevelt Lloyd George and Asquith. The writer laments inflation and shortages while satirizing politicians, criminals, and war profiteers. Moralizing lines contrast with enterprise and public policy debates.
The letter from Lemuel Swinson discusses hopes for German and allied peace terms, uncertainty over Entente reactions, and the need for concessions by all sides. He weighs President Wilson’s stance, notes news of a Central Powers peace proposal, and argues for extending Confederate pension eligibility to 1880 or 1890 to aid widows.
Edward Bayard Hale argues President Wilson could stop the European war not by arms but by using influence of a neutral power to press peace. He cites deadlock and mutual exhaustion as reasons, while noting German and Allied leaders may misread the motive as weakness. The piece contrasts Hale’s view with Allied caution and reflects frontline sentiment on ending the carnage.
The complaint desk acts as a clearinghouse for all troubles. Report issues promptly to ensure quick routing to proper channels. Visible workers may not reflect active effort as problems often involve cables or cable boxes with several technicians assigned.
A fragment notes cabinet makers pursuing a deep ebony look through polishing to achieve a black appearance. It mentions products labeled SIK and debates on materials like fretal silk in current market offerings. The text remains incomplete and contains garbled phrases.
Notice of foreclosure under a 1914 mortgage by S. E. Sellars and wife Dallia K. Sellars to the Co operative Building and Loan Association. Sale set for December 28 1918 at 12 o'clock noon at the New Hanover County Court House. Property described as part of lot 3 block 323 in Wilmington NC. Attorney Thos W Davis signs the notice.
Atlantic Coast Line offers a $49.65 round trip excursion from Wilmington to Havana for December 21 with meals and berths. Return allowed until January 7 1917, with routes via Jacksonville East Coast or Port Tampa West Coast, and stops at en route stations. Proportional fares from nearby Virginia North and South Carolina points. Children half fare. Schedules, reservations, and Cuba literature available from the undersigned.
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