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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1918
Page
4
The Greensboro retailers tested a ten cent delivery fee but abandoned it after most orders shifted to free delivery. The odd remark from The News and Observy cites a debate over sheep raising and dogs as a humorous aside.
A press dispatch reports the severing of telegraph and telephone lines into Russia. The note suggests the world will still receive accurate information from the network despite the disruption.
McAdoo calls on farmers in the South to plant large food crops to help lower railroad freight charges. He says railroads will benefit and farmers can profit from surplus crops as food prices stay high for both people and livestock.
Analyzed view of wartime policy on captured airmen and spies. questions about women’s equal rights and burdens of privilege. Describes Senatorial debate over Administration, with calls for proof and criticism of the Department’s efficiency.
A New Yorker at the front cites a New York Times letter saying German soldiers often do not know the United States is at war with Germany. Prisoners in Verdun misidentify American uniforms as English and doubt any ships depart French ports.
German factory workers return to duty under threat of court martial as authorities aim to end strikes. The piece argues such coercion fuels anger, accelerates reform, and mirrors movements in France and Russia, predicting the end of absolutism and confirming labor unrest aids the Allied cause.
The Houston Post praises Americans for ample giving of money and time to national causes. It notes repeated prompt fundraising for government and soldiers aid, plus strong aid to the distressed in northern cities during severe weather. It contends generosity will continue willingly and at greater expense.
The writer imagines Moses returning to witness British engineers advancing his marching methods by supplying water to a vast force crossing a desert. They reportedly laid a twelve inch pipe about one hundred fifty miles into the desert to deliver water to the traveler.
The Purple Pup, among the first candlelit Greenwich Village gatherings in operation over a year in Washington Square, offered tea and cake, music and dancing, and highbrow talk. The new administration raided the venue, and commentators note a fitting name might be Ye Blind Tiger for similar spots.
The Charlotte Observer notes Taft could not witness a Camp Gordon parade near Atlanta, joking that the camp is out of sight under mud and roads hinder access, implying a flying machine would be needed. The remark is described as mudslinging from a neighbor.
Nash county growers report the largest wheat planting yet as the county prepares for a big harvest. The anticipated yield could affect both farmers and many local consumers once flour hits the home market.
Col F H Fries selects Miss Kate M Herring of Raleigh to lead publicity for the War Savings Stamps campaign after praised work with the State Board of Health. Dr Warren Booker reveals her identity to credit health bulletins work.
The Durham Herald notes a home canning business in its infancy yielded net profits three times the investment of about half a million dollars. It argues such a simple venture should attract investors like mining or oil ventures, given the strong returns from NC farm products.
News and Observer notes two Raleigh based Camp Sevier units fully insured. Supply Company 113th Field Artillery led by Captain Arthur L Fletcher carries 846000 coverage with 112 men while Supply Company 120th Infantry led by Captain S E Winston has 640000 for 184 men.
Washington correspondent notes Tumulty's nomination by the Republican governor could reduce partisan politics and aid the nation, but New Jersey Republicans may trigger a strong backlash that could haunt Governor Edge.
The text notes critics and supporters adjust their view of Secretary Baker after his Senate committee testimony. It argues those who read the full statement see sweeping actions that dismissed Chamberlain's contentions and praise Baker as highly capable and well suited to his duties.
Secretary Daniels says the naval reserve exceeds the regular navy’s prewar enrollments and is three times the size of the U S Navy at the Spanish American War, portraying him as actively managing the effort.
In Rocky Mount Telegram reporting Americans debate the extent of demonstration work and public display, questioning if activist actions have gone too far and what norms govern protest. The piece highlights community reactions and considers boundaries for civic expressions.
Famous evangelist Sam W Small will lecture in Laurisburg on February 5 at night about Uncle Sam's Water Wag. The Red Springs Citizen notes his appearance as a regional event.
Fayetteville and Orange Presbyterian owners control Flora Macdonald College authorize a canvass within their bounds to raise 100000 dollars. The college board of trustees appoints an endowment committee to oversee the canvass, as reported by Red Springs Citizen.
Dr J T J Battle entered a protest against woodcutters heading to the forest Monday. Volunteers complain about the weather and their lack of experience in such conditions.
The Wilmington Dispatch announces a 20 page Hoe press with two color printing and full stereotype equipment. It will print 4 to 20 page issues at 450 copies per minute and 27 000 per hour while remaining an ambitious afternoon paper serving Wilmington and the lower Cape Fear.
The article notes Mahlon Pitney a New Jersey native born in Morristown turns 60 today. It traces his career from admission to the bar in 1882 through roles as a lawmaker in Congress and the New Jersey Senate to his time on the New Jersey Supreme Court and as chancellor before his 1912 appointment to the U S Supreme Court.
A compact chronology notes 1818 Aloys von Reding key Swiss independence figure dies born 1765. It marks 1843 Sweden celebrates 25th accession anniversary of Charles XIV. 1868 Spain Queen Isabella rule sparks discontent. 1898 Henry C De Mille author dies Pompton New Jersey born Washington North Carolina 1850.
On February 5 1917 Congress advanced plans to rapidly expand the army and navy. Germany detained Ambassador Gerard in Berlin while awaiting Bernstorff's safety. Reports also note the sinking of a British steamer and the shelling of boats with the shooting of an American sailor.
John Walter Smith United States Senator from Maryland born in Snow Hill Maryland 73 years ago Simeon E Baldwin jurist and former Connecticut governor born in New Haven 78 years ago Maxine Elliott actress born in Rockland Maine 45 years ago Giulio Gatti Casazza Metropolitan Opera director born in Italy 49 years ago Roger Peckinpaugh Yankee captain and shortstop born in Wooster Ohio 27 years ago William Rariden New York catcher born in Bedford Indiana 30 years ago
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