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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1916
Page
7
The article outlines Newfoundland’s push toward total liquor prohibition, noting the island’s isolation from Canadian provinces prevents cross border import, and detailing local option steps, the special status of St John’s, and the wartime context shaping enforcement and control of imports.
A 1915 plebiscite on naval and military service related temperance measures passed by a large majority. Dealers had thirteen months to wind down stocks as Newfoundland prepared to begin 1917 without alcohol. The text also discusses catarrh remedies and constitutional cures, noting claims of purifiers and remedies by physicians and sellers.
A lengthy ledger lists individuals from numerous North Carolina towns and counties with monetary figures attached. The fragment catalogs names such as Edna Cashwell, Alma, Burgaw, Clinton, Goldsboro, Jacksonville, Pembroke, and many others alongside sums that appear to be votes or financial amounts. The document resembles a census or election-related tally with extensive name entries.
A North Carolina letter asks if women are truly catty after a fraternity notes a non popular member spreading sharp gossip. Ethel investigates and reports it as true, prompting reflection on female jealousy and the urge to disprove the stereotype. Names and towns appear in a long list of local residents.
Comfort First offers glasses aimed at ultimate comfort with the wearer often unconscious. The firm emphasizes appearance and typically outfits glasses suitable for fastidious customers seeking discreet, stylish eyewear.
Clyde Steamship Co announces passenger and freight sailings between Wilmington and New York and Charleston. S. S. Chippewa and S. S. Cherokee list departure dates in December and January with notes on passenger classes and freight acceptance for nearby North Carolina points.
In New Hanover County Superior Court Winnie Bowman sues for an absolute divorce from John Bowman on adultery grounds. Defendant must appear at the January term 1917 in Wilmington to answer or demur to the complaint. Court clerk W N Harriss notes the filing date December 13 1916.
Coast Line Hotel Cafe advertises rooms by the day week or month at reasonable rates with meals available at any hour located at 208 North Front Street. Contact 208 W by phone.
By virtue of a 1915 mortgage of William Russ Jr and wife Charlotte Russ Ellen P. Gafford will offer at cash sale at the New Hanover county Court House on January 18 1917 a parcel in Wilmington bounded by McRee Taylor streets 75 by 30 feet part of lot 1 block 338 according to the city plan.
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