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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1916
Page
4
The text shows subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, with cash in advance terms and carrier delivery charges. It notes the Wilminton North Carolina post office classification and foreign advertising representation by MacQuaid Miller Co in New York and Chicago.
A compact 1916 column riffs on peace talk and wartime irony. It notes Carranza's signature on a protocol, the Kaiser’s Iron Cross, Zeppelin crooks, and shifting fortunes as the Deutschland returns. It blends political quips with daily life and upcoming holiday concerns.
An editorial argues that Germany and the central powers admit they cannot win the war, while the Entente risks endless conflict and greater losses. It warns that prolonged warfare harms all nations financially and in human lives, urging a clear evaluation of real chances to win versus peace.
Representative-elect L. Clayton Grant outlines a democratic platform aimed at serving all voters back home. He stresses staying in touch with constituents, weighing proposals by democracy, and backing measures that reflect the people’s welfare rather than a few interesses.
The author argues commercial jealousy may drive peace terms after a European war. Germany’s lack of invasion and France’s ruined industries tilt advantage to Britain in commerce, suggesting a postwar reckoning driven by industrial strength and trade balance.
A Durham Sun headline contrasts with a Charlotte News quip on tautology in reporting a man’s killing, noting how every report of death mirrors a fatal outcome while citing examples like Francisco Villa as context.
The piece argues that a literacy test attached immigration bill could become law if it clears Congress, even with President Wilson's veto. If rejected now, it may survive a veto next session due to party-line splits and a thinner Democratic majority.
After years shaping the war effort at home, American strategists plan to assert influence on Europe’s postwar settlement. Analysts say the shift signals a broader urge to shape terms and ensure favorable outcomes beyond battlefield victories.
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One hundred years ago today the Provident Institution for Savings became the second savings bank in the United States as it opened in Boston. Seventy five years ago today General Samuel Houston began his second term as president of the Republic of Texas. Fifty years ago today the U S Senate passed a bill extending suffrage to Negroes in the District of Columbia, vetoed by Johnson and overridden. Twenty five years ago today France announced its plan to break off diplomatic relations with Bulgaria.
Notice of sale under a mortgage held by Co operative Building and Loan Association against 8S E Sellars and wife DaleK Sellars. The property lies in Wilmington New Hanover County and will be sold December 28 1916 at 12 o'clock noon at the courthouse door for cash to highest bidder.
Today marks anniversaries for several prominent figures born on this date. Harvard president A Lawrence Lowell born in Boston 60 years ago. dye chemist Arthur Perkin born in Middlesex England 55 years ago. Mabie editor and publicist Hamilton Wright Mabie born Cold Spring New York 70 years ago. bishop Samuel Fallows born Lancashire England 81 years ago. evangelist and composer Edwin O Excell born Uniontown Ohio 65 years ago.
The Atlantic Coast Line offers a Christmas and New Year excursion from Wilmington to Havana for 49 65 with meals and berths on steam ships. Tickets valid through January 7 1917 with routes via Jacksonville East Coast or Port Tampa West Coast. stopovers allowed en route. Proportional fares from nearby Virginia North and South Carolina points. Half fare for children. Reservations through T C White General Passenger Agent Phone 160 Wilmington NC.
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