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Newspaper

Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1918

Page

8

Bryan to Speak at Academy Music Thursday Night

Hon. William Jennings Bryan will speak at 8 30 PM Thursday at the Academy Music, under YMCA auspices to discuss patriotism and citizen duties. He will stay with Dr James Sprunt and be met by a citizen delegation at the train.

William Jennings Bryan Forts America Academy Music Young Men’s Chrism Association Bryan Asheville James Sprunt Academy Mr. Bryan Union Station United States District Attorney J. O. Carr PA. Q. Moore W. A. McGirt Board of County Commissioners H McL. Green M. W. Jacobi Channer of Commerce Col Walker Taylor Customs John D. Bellamy J. A. Taylor C. C. Chad Souza W. B. Cooper J. C. Williams Rotary Club E. A. Metts C. van Leuven J. F. Roache J. B. Huntaington J. G. McCormick

Political Outlook Holds Mostly Unopposed Races

The political scene remains unchanged as no new opponents emerge. Rumors say incumbents are firmly entrenched with little chance of defeat and campaign costs deter challenges. Only two potential candidates, former Sheriff S. P. Cowan and George H. Trask, have considered running, with no new entrants.

Wiseacres S. P. Cowan George H. Trask

Health Board Considers Reemploying County Health Officer

A Tuesday afternoon special meeting of the Board of Health discussed extending a call to Dr. Charles T. Nesbitt to return as county health officer. The board concluded a full time officer was essential, and Dr. R. B. Slocumb, currently in office, accepted the position conditionally pending a full time successor.

Nesbitt Board of Health Charles T. Nesbitt R. B. Slocumb

Dorm School Dorcas Society Meeting at St. Pauls

A Dorcas Society meeting is scheduled Thursday afternoon at 4 oclock. It will be held in the Luther Memorial Building of St. Pauls Lutheran church.

Dorcas Society of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Luther Memorial Building

Cooper Edwards Visited by Uncle in Mullins DC

Mr. Cooper Edwards of Mullins DC visits North Fourth street guest of his uncle Mr. Thos E Cooper.

Mr. Cooper Edwards Mullins, D. C Thos. E. Cooper North Fourth Street

Col Garland Returns Home After Brief City Stay

Col. W. H. Garland of Southport was returned home after a short visit in the city with Mr. T. W. Wood.

Col W. H. Garland Southport City T. W. Wood

Bon Marche Manager Lipinsky Returns From North Trip

Louis Lipinsky, manager of the Bon Marche store, returns from an extended business trip in the North, resuming duties and overseeing store operations.

Louis Lipinsky Bon Marche

War Savings Committee Leaders Named in County Defense Council

W. H. Sprunt and Jos. W. Little are listed as officers under the County Council of Defense with the War Savings Committee chaired by the latter. The arrangement places local officials in charge of mobilizing resources and coordinating defense efforts.

County Council of Defense W. H. Sprunt Jos W. Little The War Savings Committee

Winter Park Red Cross to Stage Friday Night Concert

The Winter Park Chapter of the Red Cross Society plans a musical entertainment at the schoolhouse Friday at 8 30 pm. A small admission will be charged. Attendees are assured a delightful evening.

Winter Park the Red Cross Society

Penton Mrs Daniel H Penton Dies at Wilmington Home

Mrs Daniel H Penton died Wednesday morning February 6 1918 at her home 220 No 3rd Street Wilmington N C The funeral will be conducted from the residence Thursday afternoon at 8 30 by Dr J J Hurt Burial will be in Oakdale Cemetery Friends and acquaintances invited

Penton No. 3Rd St Wilmington N. C Daniel H. Penton J. J. Hurt Oakdale Cemetery W. A. Simon Annie H. Simon C. F. Howell Jerme N. Howell Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County Mechanics’ Home Association Court House County of New Hanover Wright Street Fifth Street MC Rey Mechanics’ Home Associati

Bobby Walthour Quits Racing to Focus on Atlanta Bicycle Business

Veteran rider Bobby Walthour has retired from racing and will devote himself to the bicycle trade in Atlanta.

Bobby Walthour Atlanta

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