22 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1916
Page
1
London reports reveal strong public reaction to President Wilson's note. Papers publish bold lines saying No to Wilson and portraying Great Britain's stance as decisive and immediate without hesitation.
British forces advance on the Tigris toward Kut El Amara and press Turkish lines in the south while reaching El Arish in Egypt near the Suez Canal. The move marks the easternmost Britannic penetration since the war began, with artillery activity limited and bombardments modest.
The Dispatch acknowledges additional gifts to the community stocking fund to be given to Adjutant Yates of the Salvation Army for a Christmas tree for Wilmington children. Previously acknowledged totals are listed as $30.45 for Wilmington Type, $5.00, $1.00, and 25 cents, amounting to a final total of $37.20.
President Wilson named William Denman Bernard N Baker John A Dowland John B White and Theodore Brent to the shipping board. The board will supervise freight rates in American waters and may form a 50 million dollar merchant fleet corporation with public and private stock options and gov ernment operation if private interests fail to act.
New Bern North Carolina December 22 revenue officers and United States Commissioners pause after weeks of intensive work following seizures of violators of federal law. They plan to resume after Christmas with anticipated heavier federal court docket and ongoing efforts to disrupt illicit distilling in the region. Secretary Ramspeck of the New Bern Chamber of Commerce is arranging the annual dinner at the Gaston hotel with expected speakers including Secretary Daniels Senator Simmons and state editors. The date will be announced soon.
London December 22 Andrew Bonar Law said the British government will make no statement now on President Wilsons peace note. He stated the issue must be handled in conjunction with the other Entente members.
Businessmen in Wilmington invite all interested citizens to a mass meeting at the Court House tonight at 7 30 to discuss proposed bills for the city and county. The meeting aims to inform taxpayers about potential bond issues and charter amendments before the General Assembly session.
Washington D C December 22 The bureau of foreign and domestic commerce investigates the South's lumber manufacturing and exporting facilities to gauge its help for postwar demand. Alex Oxholm leads the inquiry visiting Virginia Georgia Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana Texas and Arkansas. The bureau plans a later study of the foreign lumber market after the war.
Paris dispatch says the submarine U-45 was sunk by destroyers near St Nazaire after previously sinking a steamer off St Nazaire. The Nantes report notes confirmation from wartime sources.
The Federal Farm Loan Board reviews 150 cities to locate 12 new farm loan banks with Charlotte New Orleans Houston Hutchinson Springfield and Baltimore among strong contenders. It is nearly certain the six sites will be chosen shortly.
Russian forces on the northern Dobrudja front retreat further north after being attacked along the entire line by numerically superior Teuton forces, according to the official statement issued today from Petrograd.
Only a few hours remain to submit subscriptions before 9 p.m. Tonight ends the first period and the chance to win the $60 Diamond Ring. Out-of-town candidates receive first period extra votes, while Wilmington residents must meet the final hour deadline.
Diplomats in Washington monitor how European neutrals respond to President Wilson as they weigh a potential united appeal to belligerents. Officials note the note aims to clear the atmosphere, acting as a possible clearinghouse for views and terms. Charge Grew reports the note reached Berlin.
Senator elect Peter Goelet Gerry has completed plans for his fourth annual Christmas dinner and entertainment for Providence’s poor children. The event, Christmas morning in Providence’s largest hall, seats over one thousand children with ample food and a live Santa Claus to distribute gifts. Mr and Mrs Gerry will attend and preside.
The Gulf Refining Company announces a bonus of 10 percent of one year's salary for employees with over six months of service earning under $2,500 annually. The decision follows a period of higher wages and improved benefits.
Mrs. Susan Moses Graham wife of University of North Carolina president Edward Kidder Graham died in Chapel Hill after a long illness. A Raleigh native she was 36 years old.
Cheyenne Wyoming faces a key legislative fight to make the state dry at the convening next month. The outcome will draw regional attention as Wyoming’s status affects mail order liquor sales into seven surrounding dry states and shapes the northern and central Rocky Mountain region’s commerce.
The ninth annual North Carolina Municipal Association meeting will convene in Raleigh January 9 and 10 at the Chamber of Commerce rooms. Mayor James I. Johnson, T. J. Murphey, and ex mayor O. P. Shell led the planning session. A Civic program includes addresses by Dr. A. R. Hatton and W. S. Wilson with discussions on municipal government, home rule, finances, fire protection, and parks. A banquet at Yarborough Hotel closes Tuesday events.
In Wichita on December 22 a blaze at the Kansas Masonic Home destroyed the main building, killing at least five and leaving two severely burned and others injured. Many elderly residents fled in night clothes amid eight above zero conditions, while some women and children remained unaccounted for. The chapel and hospital survived, with the property valued at 250000 dollars.
Jacksonville Fla December 22 Six men are believed killed when a Seaboard freight train crashed into a washout at McKinley. Only one fireman survived. The wreckage is burning and a Jacksonville wrecking crew was sent. Wire service to McKinley was intermittent as poles at the scene were down. Seaboard officials had no definitive report for hours.
Mount Olive residents vote to ban carnivals and minstrels after an aldermen meeting. The ordinance targets immoral attractions to prevent further town unrest. In Chicago Wheat opened nervy with losses, May and July futures slumped amid uncertain market sentiment.
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