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Newspaper

Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1916

Page

6

Stevenson Ramsaur Wedding at St James Episcopal Church

Miss Almeria Stevenson and Mr Thomas Michael Ramsaur of City Point Va wed yesterday at St James Episcopal Church in Wilmington in a ceremony conducted by Rev W A H Millon. The reception followed at the bride’s home and the couple departed for a two week trip before settling in City Point Va. Both families and many local friends attended. Ramsaur formerly taught at Wilmington High School.

Middle Sound Will Rehder Eveline M. Shepard Archie B. Godwin Hannibal L. Godwin Dunn W. H. Hoelling E. E. Ennitt A. T. Godwin Almeria Stevenson Thomas Michael Ramsaur City Point St. James Episcopal Church W. A H. Millon D. D W. G. Robertson Lohengrin’s Louise Wise Kate Faison Christine Stevenson Sydney B. Orne Messrs Robert Strange Douglas Taylor George Strong Raleigh Richard Eames Hugh Figgat Roanoke

Dodge Bros. executive tours South with Detroit firm

Mr. Phelps advertising manager of Dodge Bros. Motor Car Co Detroit visits Wilmington Automobile Dealers Association after a 1 PM luncheon at the YMCA. He outlines the firm history from 1902 starting capital 1200 to 19000 employees and 110000 cars produced to date. Mrs. Allen and companions travel from Bolton and New Berlin with slippers advertised by Peterson & Rulis.

Mr. Phelps Dodge Bros. Motor Car Company Detroit Mich Wilmington Automobile Dealers’ Association Young Men’s Christian Association Phelps John F. Dodge H.E. Dodge S. K. Allen H. S. Allen Bolton Gladys Mitchell Grace Pridgen New Berlin

Rotary executive committee to discuss Seaboard train service

Rotary Club leaders meet at Mr Meares Harriss office this afternoon to pursue improvements on the Seaboard line between this city and Charlotte. They back a plan for a Charlotte to and from service and may seek a better schedule than the Chamber of Commerce proposal.

Rotary Club Meares Harriss Charlotte J. G. McCormick Chamber of Commerce Hamlet Rotarians Europe

Recorder's Court Hears Mixed Vagrancy and Fireworks Cases

In Recorder's court this morning Judge Harriss tried new cases with all defendants colored. Catherine Fowler was convicted of vagrancy and sentenced to thirty days but released due to poor health. Sarah Gause faces thirty days for vagrancy. Ed Weber was convicted of carrying a concealed weapon and assault with a deadly weapon with judgment suspended on costs. he was fined twenty dollars and costs for the second offense. Seymour Vann was found guilty of shooting fireworks and placed on six months parole under probation officer E. M. Green.

Nfew Recorder’s Court Harriss Catherine Fowler Sarah Gause Sarah Ed Weber Seymour Vann E. M. Green

Bryan WIlliams Bryan to seek 1920 Democratic nomination

Washington reports William Jennings Bryan plans another White House bid and will pursue the 1920 Democratic presidential nomination. Observers note his post cabinet moves align with a bid, emphasis on prohibition, woman suffrage, and war referendum, with broad Western and Southern support.

George H. Manning Washington, D. C William Jennings Bryan White House Washington Bryan Woodrow Wilson Mr. Bryan State Department Germany New York Democratic Party Republican Party Joint Congressional Committee

Mrs Swindell Dies At Winnebowe Home In Brunswick County

Mrs Mary A Swindell died at her home in Winnebow Brunswick County yesterday after months of declining health. She was 68 and survived by her husband S D S Swindell, several children, and a brother J R Ward. The funeral was held at Lebanon Baptist Church at 3:30 this afternoon. The items include a closing line from the Rochester Herald about Germany and Holland.

Winnebow Brunswick County Wilmington Mary A. Swindell

Why Rheumatism Comes With Cold Weather

Article by Valentine Mott Pierce explains a link between cold weather and rheumatism. It cites uric acid buildup, skin and kidney factors, and dietary meat as contributors. Recommends hot water, anuric tablets, and occasional laxatives to prevent rheumatic symptoms.

Valentine Mott Pierce Alex. Haig London Pierce

Peterson and Rulfs Slippers Headquarters Christmas Sale

Peterson and Rulfs announce Christmas slippers at their headquarters with dates 14 to 22. The notice highlights a seasonal sale event, inviting shoppers to browse a range of festive footwear.

Peterson & Rulfs

German Newspaper Claims Peace Talks Reflect Common Sense

A Savannah News summary notes a German newspaper argues that peace talks in Germany are not signs of weakness, but practical restraint. The article emphasizes that enduring peace requires prudent dialogue rather than aggressive posturing.

Savannah News

Stockholm City Adopts Three Year Liquor Monopoly Plan

Stockholm renews for three years its monopoly on off sale liquor through the Stockholm System Company. The passbook system, withdrawal of licenses from offenders, and controlled quotas reduce distilled liquor sales and aim to curb excess drinking while binding on licensees to push beers and wines. Dr Bratt and the Gothenburg system influence Swedenwide controls.

Stockholm Stockholm System Gothenburg Brifiy System Company Pratt Associated Press Sweden Britt Germany Dr. Pratt Bratt Ili Dr. Bratt America Orlrr Good Templars Perance Stants Or Alos Royal Riksdag St le Ward Wawrinsky Panes

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