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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1917
Page
8
The council discussed fair water charges for cottages with minimal facilities versus fully equipped homes. Proponents urged a cheaper rate, suggesting fifty cents monthly for low earners, while concerns about meter usage and leakage were raised. The issue was referred to the water committee for investigation.
The first regiment of North Carolina infantry reached Asheville after midnight and was greeted by a citizens reception committee. Companies F and K remained, while the other ten moved to home stations. A mass meeting and dinner were planned, and thirteen oak trees were planted along key streets at a cost of 24 dollars.
Bill Donovan of the New York Yankees predicted a close American league season. He named Boston, Detroit and Chicago as contenders likely to push a tight race this year.
An advertisement promises quick relief from cold and sinus symptoms by placing a small amount of Ely's Cream Balm in the nostrils. It claims to open blocked airways, relieve headaches, and ease mucous discharge with antiseptic soothing action. Include instruction to ask a druggist for the product.
Stockholm reports Sweden will not sever diplomatic relations with Germany despite President Wilson's invitation. The Swedish government says it will protest against the newly inaugurated naval policy and continue official relations with Germany.
A Madrid dispatch reports Premier Ramonones has received many telegrams from across Spain lauding the government's firm resolve to maintain strict neutrality in international affairs.
Federal officials possess evidence that thirty one German and Austrian war bound ships in New York have been disabled and that most of their crews abandoned them before a guard was placed over the ships by the customs authorities on Sunday.
Two year old Little Lillian Romaine Fisher, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Q O Fisher of Harrisburg, recovered from a severe chest and throat cold after using Vicks VapoRub Salve. The family credits the externally applied preparation for relief and restoration of her speech, noting its inhaled vapor and skin absorption. The ad promotes sizes 25c, 50c, and $1.00.
The Peruvian bark Lorton bound from Callao Peru to an unspecified port was sunk by a German submarine Monday inside Spanish territorial waters. A British official statement released today confirms the loss and location.
Washington reports the President and Mrs. Wilson started the day with a morning round of golf. No official engagements were on the schedule following the outing.
Julia A. Seigler executrix of Samuel Seigler deceased urges all claimants to present verified claims to 213 South Front Street Wilmington NC by February 10 1918. Creditors urged to settle debts promptly as of February 7 1917.
Former President William H. Taft, speaking in Philadelphia at a League to Enforce Peace dinner, argued Washington and Jefferson’s isolation warnings no longer apply. He noted the U S has become a world power and cited Japanese, Philippine, and Panama Canal issues as new realities.
United Daughters of the Confederacy led by President-General Cordelia Powell Odenheimer offer support and services of 100 000 members to President Wilson during the nation's crisis. Pitcher Walter Johnson remains fast as he breaks through Kansas river ice. Marty McHale seeks a big league return with Cincinnati Reds. Baseball Players Fraternity head Fultz says American Association players will not sign until told. Milwaukee fans hope last season’s word is forgotten.
The notice details Postal Telegraph Cable Company messengers used for ads. It explains they will call for ads with the same speed as telegrams and lettergrams. For more information call 176 for ads or postal telegraph for telegraph service.
L. L. Sheppard advertises native meats and groceries with prompt delivery from 817 North 4th Street. Sterling Furniture Company lists new and slightly used furniture at 19 21 and 23 South Front Street with gas range and water heater. H L Kidd promoted soil and flower yard services with prompt attention at phone 1549 W.
Unredeemed watch No. 6324 a 20 year gold filled Elgin 17 jewels priced at 6.90. No. 5586 nickel case 21 jewels Illinois item priced at 12.40. No. 5083 Waltham gift filled open face priced at 2.90. Chas Fingelstein contact 6 So. Front. phone 642. 1-24-tf
Two million three hundred thousand acres of power site timber and agricultural lands revested in the United States by act of Congress dated June 9 1916 are now open for settlement and sale. A large sectional map showing soil climate rainfall elevations etc is offered by Grant Lands Locating Co Portland Oregon postpaid for one dollar.
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