Only One and the Lonely in a Garden Nursery
Nursery verses reflect longing for a twin as families and weddings fill a Raleigh Wilmington context. Notices include Pratt Hudson wedding plans in Raleigh with Miss Laura Ball to Mr William Hudler and local updates on military and social events with Mrs Ball hosting gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh
Laura Josephine Ball
J. G. Pall
William Rothwell Hidter
Wilmington
Cned Shepherd
C. A. Ashby
Sue
Helen Ball
Martha Steinmetz
Flora McDoneld
Delft
J. G. Ball
Blount Street
Ball-Hudler
Two Dogs Shot After Morning Chase in City
Two dogs were killed early this morning around Third and Market streets. A dog bitten by another was so badly mauled that the owner asked police to shoot it. The fleeing dog was caught near Firth and Castle streets and dispatched as well, prompting a rapid automobile chase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Third
Market Streets
Firth and
Castle Streets
Pastor Installed at Ebenezar Baptist Church
The conclud ing ceremony yesterday installed Rev. M. L. Dawson as pastor of Ebenezar Baptist church. Dr. W. H. Moore of Shiloh Baptist preached the sermon and outlined duties for both congregation and pastor. Ezra Carter welcomed the bossef of the church and affirmed leadership qualities. Rev. Rhoe of First Baptist and Rev. J. M. Jenkins delivered remarks to the church and new pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebenezar Baptist Church
George F. King
M. L. Dawson
W. H. Moore
Shiloh Baptist Church
Ezra Carter
Dawson
Rhoe
First Baptist Church
J. M. Jenkins
Austro-German Attack Repelled on Italian Front
Rome dispatch reports Austro-German forces attacked the Italian line from the San Mavtro direction on the Northern front but were driven back in disorder, according to the war office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teutens
Associated Press
Rome
San Mavtro
War Office
Quarantine Likel y to Be Lifted at Fort Caswell
The Board of Health and the Chamber of Commerce work to lift the Wilmington quarantine ordered by Col. A. W. Chase. Measles cases in the city are down to two with one discharged today. no epidemic. Dr. John C. Wessell and local officials coordinate daily reports and aim to end the quarantine tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
Chamber of Commerce
Fort Caswell
A. W. Chase
Wilmington
J Oral Health Cciers
Col. Chase
John C. Wessell
Public Health Service
Wallace Society Freezes Weather with Busy Christmas Week
Monday night the Christian Endeavor Society met despite severe weather with Miss Sue Hussey leading and Miss Margaret Hall on organ. Members heard papers on Here Am I and Recruits and noted various local news including Red Cross efforts, Bazaar results, and a quiet wedding of Annie Johnson to Dr A Teachey with plans to move to Wallace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Carroll
Warsaw
H. F. Peres
Duplin
Voman
Council of National Defense
H. J. Faison
Faison
Red Cross
John Camp
Wilmington
Woman's Club
Camp Jackson
Camp Sevier
Ruth Williams
Annie Johnson
A. Teachey
C. B. Johnson
Wallace
Dr. Teachey
U. S. Army
Registration Inquiry Process Expands For City County
The city and county begin large scale questionnaire distribution for registrants with 135 mailed by the city board and 23 by the county board. Attorneys assist at the courthouse grand jury room to aid white registrants while colored volunteers help others at Boisseaux's and Jervey's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hhe
Grand Jury Room
Court House
Boisseaux’s
Jervey’s
Herbert McClammy
John D. Bellamy, Jr
J. A. McNort
George H. Howell
W. A. Townes
Paul D. Satchwell
Robert Ruark
W. P. Mangum
K. Bryan
Thomas W. Davis
P. A. Willcox
T. O. Carr
K. O. Burgwin
George L. Peschau
Chesley C. Bellamy
E. T. Burton
Usard
New Hanover County
Fruessionaires
Dizer
Andrew H
Prince Tierman M
Sneeden
E. Thos
Jones
Rufus Parham Dowden
John Atwood
Green
Sam
Darden
Herbert L
Williams
Fon
Wilson
Evangelist
Nixon
Geo. C
Spears
Leonard
Levis
Sams
Peterson
Willie R
Henry
Bryant
Jas. A
Pitman
Ike
Big
Quai
Rivenbark
Fries
Roy J
Johnson
Leslie A
Foy
Fred
Warburton
Alfred B
Murray
Dozier E
Harris
Rnfield
Donnelly
Jno
Robinson
Sawdey
Adam
Lewis A
Bordeaux
Wm. K
Riehd
Mitchell
Chauncy S
Shepard
Jas. D
Jarrett
Jos
Davis
Chas H., Jr
Muskel
Joseph
Geo
Richd
Newens
Page
Claude
Zedee Levy
Frank
Allen
Liston
Yarbourough
Jesse
Berry
H. Curtis
Gordon
No Christmas Trees Due to Labor and Transport Shortage
The article notes a near absence of Christmas trees on the market this year caused by labor shortages and transport difficulties. Locals near woodlands may cut their own with landowner permission, but city dwellers will face the same lack. North Carolina shipments historically fed cities like New York Philadelphia and Washington, but this year none are available, harming regional business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Philadelphia
Washington
North Carolina
Ucker Visits North Carolina Land Promoters in County
Mr. Clement Ucker of Baltimore, vice president of the Southern Settlement and Development Association, is staying several days for conferences with local members of the North Carolina Owners Association. The group has pledged over a quarter of a million acres of land, largely by citizens of the city, and the promoters are pleased with the growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Settlement and Development Co
Clement Ucker
Baltimore
Southern Settlement and Development Association
North Carolina Owners Association
Eliminate Civilian Crews for Army Transports
Washington reports urged by Quartermaster General JFuarpe to enlist crews on manned army transports to remove civilian delays. The proposal notes merchant crews’ unfit distinction and submarine risks from unmilitarized shippers. Senate inquiry into army war preparations may cover the issue and seek rapid legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Jfuarpe
Sharpe
Senate
Seventeen Engineers Reported Missing in Action
Seventeen engineers from the United States Army Engineer Corps are reported missing in action by General Pershing in a dispatch to the War Department. They disappeared November 36 during the Cambrai campaign, believed captured while fighting valiantly with the engineer contingent aiding British defenses. all were from New York New Jersey and New England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
United States Army Engineer Corps
Pershing
War Department
Cambrai
New York
New Jersey
New England
German Raider Warning Near Singapore Sparks Allied Guard
Philippine officials warn ship owners to beware of German raiders suspected near Singapore. American and British warships are cooperating to guard shipping routes as tensions rise in the Far East.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Manilla
P.I
Philippine
Singapore
North Carolina Delegation to Back Prohibition Amendment Vote
Washington reports North Carolina will vote eight to two in favor of submitting the constitutional amendment on prohibition to the states. Webb leads the Judiciary Committee and defends the amendment while Small and Pou oppose it. Hood supports nationwide prohibition and argues for state submission for a constitutional amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Manning
Washington, D. C
North Carolina
Sma
Pou
Webb
Judiciary Committee
Poll
Small
Hood
Red Cross membership drive urged in Wilmington
A Wilmington Red Cross chapter campaign stresses Christmas spirit as action, urging local participation to support overseas relief, with church leaders and speakers emphasizing arbitration and mercy. The article notes limits on cards, dances, and cigarettes in line with policy, and contrasts peaceful dispute resolution with ongoing global conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Ana Cneer
The
Red Cross
Woodrow Wilson
Wilmington
Cuthbert Martin
National Society
J. A. Sullivan
Mr. Greene
Wyilmington
Greene
Chile
Argentine
Venteweg
Europe
Belgium
France
Old
Poland
Beauty Shop Wins Warm Praise In New Orleans
Critics laud The Beauty Shop at the Academy of Music Tulane engagement as a lively one man show with Hin da Hand as Lola and Frank Shae in the lead. Cast delivers familiar songs and strong dancing, urging audiences to attend or risk missing a top amusement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Academy of Music
New Orleans Daily State
Tulane
Hinda Hand
Lola
Ard
Frank W. Shae
Dr. Arbutus Budd
Alice Southren
Vivian
Paul Porter
Jack Carleton
Miss Hand
Frank Shae
Hitchcock
Raymond Hitchcock
Hitchy
Syou
Red Cross program at St Stephen geared to recruit new members
At St Stephen a Red Cross meeting highlighted a drive to recruit members and support for relief efforts. Pastor J E Jackson introduced Dr Foster Lurnett who spoke on service and benefits gained from Red Cross work, with local leaders praising the society's aid across communities and races.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Stephen
Rman
Sirkind Greene
Red Cross
J. E. Jackson
The
Arch
Foster Lurnett
Red Serve Corp
Fort Dodie
Cuthbert Martin
Red Cross Sovieiy
Ohen
Parris
Thes. P.ingeior
Greene
Adv
No Japanese Troops at Vladivostok
AP dispatches in Washington report no Japanese landing at Vladivostok and Russian cable confirms. The piece discusses wartime punishments and calls for relief efforts from the Red Cross amid global distress. It notes quoted religious language and appeals to conscience, urging coordinated aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Vladivodtok
Prome
Tokio
Vindives
Germany
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tere
Margaret Lee Ashley
Ae Oo
D. Anne Moore
Roger Moore
Princess
Mildre
J. J. Vower
Acdnie
Henry W. Mepother, Jr
Sacs
Virginia
Bail Hugcler
8. A. Stockard
Milton Pittman
Camp American
University
N. T. Pittman
North Ninth
Pittman
Bordsis
Cliffe Bennett
M. GC. Murphy
Maggie Murphy
Burgaw
James Walker Memorial Hospital
Legwin Printing Company
Grace St
Wilmington, N.C
A. D. Brown
Brown’s
MR. Ucker
Kernak Wiltons
Brussels
Khorassan
Steuben
Gotham Velvets
Velvets
Belk - Williams
WEBS
Prohibition
Drive OF Red Cross
Tom Page
St. Stehen's Church
Vladivostox
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