Daily and Sunday Subscriptions and Rates Notice
Advertisement details subscription options for daily and Sunday editions with prices for mail and carrier delivery. Includes foreign representatives Frost Green Kohn Inc and Audit Bureau of Circulations. Dated Wednesday December 23 1917 with a civic message about prudent spending and national welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frost, Green & Kohn, Inc
Fifth Avenue
New York
Advertising Building
Chicago
Unavoidable trouble faced squarely eases its weight
A reflective proverb urges confronting hardships directly rather than avoiding them. Facing problems boldly, one finds the burden becomes lighter and more manageable through clear assessment and resolve.
Government by People War Quote in The Washington Times
A quotation from The Washington Times asserts that government is a product of the people not a government decree. The line frames a view of democratic power as originating with citizens in wartime discourse.
Quiet town New Year celebration ends with no booze or fireworks
Absence of alcohol and fireworks led to the quietest scene in memory among the elder residents. The lack of typical revelry produced an unusually calm holiday period with minimal disturbance.
Read Cross drive praised and wartime Christmas reflections
The piece commends the Red Cross drive in Wilmington and urges continued service. It notes Christmas during America’s wartime participation and hopes it ends soon, while praising workers who kept the paper producing late Christmas Eve and wishing camp boys a cheerful holiday.
Determination Needed to Defeat Germany Early
A rallying call emphasizes a united effort to defeat Germany at the earliest day possible. It urges strong resolve and sacrifices across the nation to achieve big outcomes through collective determination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
War and alliance shifts in early 20th century Europe
An old-article excerpt notes how Russia and France once joined against two autocratic powers, while now democratic Russia allies with autocratic Germany. The piece questions if Russians seek peace with Germany to avoid internal strife that could hinder Allied efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
France
Europe
Germany
TUNNELING HUDSON FOR FREIGHT UNDER RIVER
Proposals seek a underriver freight tunnel linking lower Manhattan and New Jersey for electric trucks and rail transfers. Supporters claim faster freight movement and lower overall cost than a high bridge, boosted by General Goethals. Critics argue congestion and unknown costs, but urgent freight relief is demanded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hudson
Hudson River
New York City
New “Jersey
Ma 7
Manhattan Island
New Jersey
Goethals
No clear readable news item found in fragment
Fragment contains stray quotes about fate and a boast about a man in town who could have forced a war end, with mention of Wilmington and the Kaiser. No verifiable event, date, or names to summarize into a proper news item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenville News
United States
Wilmington
No Foundation for Wilmington Lawyers Cheating Rumor
A local report claiming Wilmington lawyers were cheating registrants in filling out questionnaires is false. The city states no Wilmington lawyers engaged in such acts and all offered voluntary advice. Several state newspapers referenced the rumor. editors are urged to publish the correction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington
Peace with Germany fuels sharper war talk at home
A reader argues that peace with Germany could trigger a fiercer war at home and urges mass involvement to ease meat shortages. The writer asks how many people would be needed to replace an average-sized steer and suggests English households help by consuming more meat substitutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
German Bolshevik talks spark Russian army move
Reports claim Grand Duke Nicholas is assembling a large army to oppose Bolsheviks while Keren sky leads a sizable force toward Moscow. If true, German leaders may face peace terms with men driven by selfish ambitions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicholas
Kerensky
Moscow
Editor to Army Snobbery and Liquor Legislation
Winston Sentinel quotes Secretary Bak es urging discipline without snobbery in the army and condemning humiliating officers off duty. Greensboro News complains legislators push liquor controls until public anger boils over, predicting backlash.
Jury Faces Difficulty Trying Means for Murder Again
Greensboro News notes that Gaston Means cannot be retried for murder, but argues few would believe he has stood in jeopardy before a Cabarrus jury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensboro
Gaston
Cabarruss
What Germany is eating editorial in St Louis Republic
The St Louis Republic editorial laments Germany’s rationing as it argues there will be no reason for Germany to quit eating their words. It frames the wartime food situation as a measure of resolve and satire on the enemy’s prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte News
St. Louis Republic
Germany
Investigators Flag Belief Gap on War Troop Deployments
In a report from the Asheville Times the investigation into government activity reveals that many officers doubted the prospect of 3 million Americans being sent to the trenches within a few months. The piece notes skepticism among officials and the public mood regarding wartime mobilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asheville
Installment Nine of the Trench Dictionary
Fragmentary text notes installment number nine of a trench dictionary. The readable lines repeat numbers and digits without full context or clear events, making concrete detail unavailable.
Wartime glossary of WWI terms and weapons
The list defines military terms from United Press wartime notes. Entries cover U Boat subs Vedette outposts Virage plane pivots Verey lights Victoria Cross wave and mopping up waves Whiz Bang Wipers Yellow Tag Zemetro and Zepplins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
V. C
Aisault
Ypres
Zemetro
Two Thousand Years Behind the Times on Punishment
The New Bernian says we lag behind for not endorsing imprisonment as punishment for crime. We will not change our ideas, as we are in good company with many, and our antiquated opinion remains justified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Bernian
Times
Labor Leader Frames War as People’s Battle for Democracy
Mr. Gompersters disputes an assertion that this is the rich man’s war. The labor leader argues it is truly the people’s war, a struggle of the republic to preserve its principles and policies. He says democracy’s fate hinges on the outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gompersters
Emperor Charles Declares Austrian Independence From Germany
The text notes Emperor Charles asserting Austria will remain masters of their own house, contrasting with President Wilson’s claim that Austrians were vassals of Germany. It suggests the statement would amuse Kaiser Wilhelm if his conscience permits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emperor Charles
Wilson
Congress
Germany
Kaiser William
Wilmington Man Refuses Red Cross Subscription Request
A Wilmington man dismisses a young woman's request for a Red Cross subscription, claiming the drive is a pretext for street activity. The incident occurred during the recent charity drive week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Wilmington
Secret service veteran seeks post amid statewide tension
The Asheville Times notes a seasoned secret service man wants a job but can avoid towns where John T. Dooling aids state officers. The paper also complains Cabarrus county jurors did not indict for murder as expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord
N. C
John T. Dooling
Asheville
Christmas Rush Clashes With Business in Charlotte
The Charlotte News notes the Christmas rush intersecting with the usual business in Charlotte, indicating a challenging period for both shoppers and shops as holiday demand rises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte
Birthday notices for notable political figures in 1920s era
Our Daily Birthday Party notes births of Morgan Bulkeley Connecticut governor and first NBL president born in Had den Connecticut. William Stephens California governor born in Haton. William McCombs former DNC chair born in Hamburg Arkansas. Carl Mapes representative born in Eaton, all listed as aging figures reaching milestone years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan G. Bulkeley
Connecticut
United States
National Baseball League
Hadden Conn
William D. Stephens
California
Haton
William F. McCombs
National Democratic Committee
Hamburg
Arki
Carl E.mapés
Ais Rich
Eaton. Com
Eas
Agricultural Order Passing By Allen Maule General Development Agent
Allen Maule argues for southern farmers to shift from cotton to livestock and diversified crops. He cites boll weevil as a warning and promotes home feeding, self sufficiency, and year round production to boost prosperity, reduce costs, and keep money in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen Maule
Atlantic Coast Line
South
Mt Weden
Clark Howell
The
Atlanta Constitution
General Byng Captures Imagination in England
London reports General Sir Julian Byng as the wartime sensation for his leadership in Cambrai. The veteran cavalryman trained in India and Africa and led Canadians in notable assaults, earning knightly honors and royal audiences.
Miller's Antiseptic Oil Snake Oil Promises Universal Relief
The ad touts Miller's Antiseptic Oil known as Snake Oil claiming two million bottles sold with a money back guarantee. It lists rheumatism lumbago neuralgia sore throat cuts and burns among the ailments relieved and urges buyers to purchase from Robert K. Bellamy Drug Co. with 25c 50c and 1.00 bottles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert K. Bellamy Drug Co
Adyv
Notice to creditors for Augusta J. Bernds estate
Having this day qualified as administrator of the estate of Augusta J Bernds deceased this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate to present the same on or before December 3 1918 or this notice will be plead in bar of recovery All persons indebted to the said estate will please make prompt payment American Bank and Trust Company administrator estate of Augusta J Lernds once a week for six weeks
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta J. Bernds
Notic
American Bank and Trust Company
Augusta J. Lernds
Pay and Trust Co
Willism
Loys
Jane
American war effort lecture tour opened in major cities
Dr. Herbert Adams Gibbons has begun a broad lecture program on What the United States is doing in the War in cities across the country for the Committee on the Effort of France and her Allies chaired by Stephen Pinchon the French foreign minister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Paris
Herbert Adams Gibbons
United States
France
Stephen Pinchon
Wisconsin Boxing Commission Bans Out of State Referees
The Wisconsin Boxing Commission prohibits referees from officiating matches unless they are based in state. The rule aims to ensure local oversight and consistency in regulatory procedures across bouts conducted within Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin Boxing Commission
Notice of Administration for Maria A Fosgate Deceased
The undersigned qualified as administrator of Maria A Fosgate, deceased in New Hanover County. All persons indebted to the estate must settle now. Claims against the estate must be presented to Thomas Davis, administrator, Wilmington NC, before December 4, 1915, or be barred. Rountree and Davis, Attorneys.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Trevalmington Dispatch
Dispatch Publishing CO
TED Press
Associated
Wilmington, N. C
Member Audit Bureau of Circulations
Leon Trotzky
Lenine
Warth
Dispatch
Winston Sentinel
Bakes
Army
United Press
Andrew Jackson
Marylebone
London
Sir Robert Napier
India
Christmas Society
Madison Square Garden
Praisa
Matchin Bridge
Dillingen
Neunkirchern
Hagondangoy
Julian Byng
Cambrai
England
Courcalette
Byng
Kitchener
Africa
Salisbury Plain
Julian
Salisbury
War Office
Flander
First Army
Isman Digma
el Teb
Tamai
Ireland
Andlfords
Miller
Perdinand-King
Maria A. Fosgate
New Hanover
North Carolina
Thia
Cabs Thomas
Davis
Maria
Fosgate
de Seehaed
Rountree and Davis, Attorneys
Winston-Salem-Morehead City-Beaufort
the Corke Co
Wilminstous
Seaboard
Progressive Railway of
Navy
Pullman Paplor
Trego
Juharlotte
Orton Hotel
Koonch
T. P
John T. Whs
Raleigh
Alex. H. Koone
Lettie T. Nounce
C. B. Griffin
Needhan T. Lloyd
Orange County
Court House
New Hanover County
State of North Carolina
Carolina Beach
County of
Carolina Beach Avenue
J. L. Becton
Office of the Register of Deeds
Eckman
Eckman Laboratory
Philadelphia
GREEN
Green's Drug Store
Adv
A. Wi
Kharth
Kenny’s High
Kenny
Jaaman & Fett
Princess Street
Payne Drug Coc
Henry E, Payne
Citizens. Bank
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!