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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1916
Page
4
A 1916 newspaper page lists cash in advance and carrier delivery rates for daily and Sunday editions, with six months and three months options. The column also reflects New Year resolutions and commentary on current events, politics, and social notes.
Governor Whitman frees William J. Cummins who wrecked the Carnegie Trust Company, despite two months served of a four year term. The pardon raises questions about prosecutorial stance versus clemency and whether wealth or influence affects punishment.
Citizens note the resignation of Dr J H Cranmer from the board of health and welcome the appointment of Dr John C Wessell. Wessell is praised for energy and merit, with prior health work at the Red Cross hospital and a compassionate, capable approach. Cranmer’s loss is mourned, but his groundwork in the department is recognized as vital and enduring.
The author argues the country improves under Democratic rule and urges Democrats to organize and control the next House of Representatives. A Republican majority, the piece warns, would mainly create jobs for loyalists and block progress without achieving appointments or policy goals.
The Jacksonville Times Union questions a potentialU.S. recognition of Villa as a front, noting public support for the current position last month and warning that any change may be perceived as an affront to Florida readers.
Mr. Hughes draws attention with costly remarks at a GOP event in Rodchester, prompting reactions from party officials. The Rodchester Herald notes the ripple effect on fundraising, attendance, and party unity as echoes of the remarks spread.
The post office and express workers face heavy Christmas workloads with cheer and patience. Using Wilmington as an example, the article praises their efforts to deliver mail and parcels despite long hours and public impatience.
The piece discusses a brewing split in the GOP with Gardner likely pressed to back James Mann for speaker. It notes Francis for party isolation, mentions Nick Longworth and Henry Cabot Lodge, and predicts Bryan as Democratic contender with Roosevelt as Republican nominee.
One hundred years ago in Baltimore a grand public entertainment honored Commodore Decatur a War of 1812 hero. Seventy five years ago England marked 125th birth anniversary of Thomas Gray author of the Elegy. Fifty years ago General Samuel R Curtis who led Federals at Pea Ridge died at Council Bluffs Iowa. Twenty five years ago Governor Abbott of New Jersey laid the cornerstone of a Washington memorial monument in Trenton.
Admiral George Dewey born in Montpelier Vermont 79 years ago. William D Stephens born in Eaton Ohio 57 years ago now California lieutenant governor. William F McCombs born in Hamburg Arkansas 41 years ago. Rt Rev Henry P Restarick born in England 61 years ago. Norman Angell born 42 years ago. Gary E Mapes born in Eaton county Michigan 42 years ago.
December 26 1915 reports say dissensions near the Ford peace party threaten collapse while artillery remains heavy on French and Austro Italian fronts. Turkish forces reportedly encircle Kut el Amara as rumors of the Kaiser's condition alarm Berlin and Bern.
The Indianapolis News notes that the Kaiser, soon after receiving the Iron Cross, signified a readiness to pursue peace, marking a potential shift in wartime diplomacy.
A senior surgeon at the American Ambulance Hospital in Neuilly credits Dr. Alexis Carrel with the most notable wartime surgical advance. The method uses regular wound irrigation and daily germ counts to predict closure readiness, guiding treatment across allied nations with strong French hospital support and dedicated American staff.
New York December 25. Dr George S Webster secretary of the American Seamen's Friend Society reports a sharp rise in American sailors shipping for foreign ports. He says the past three years show a remarkable increase driven by higher wages and better working conditions.
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