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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1918
Page
7
Distorted lines refer to shifts in activity and supply with mentions of fertilizer and fer movement. The piece also quotes Charlotte News on Brest conferences and draws parallels to historical scenes such as the Red Guards in France and Huguenots, suggesting a compilation of disparate fragments.
The nation sympathizes as news of a leader's severe illness circulates amid political tension and enemy scrutiny. Reports from Greenville reflect on Allied efforts, Irish sympathy, and public pressure for charity relief while spy rumors and wartime diplomacy fill Atlantic port anxieties.
The piece explains Father and Son Week and Fathers Day as efforts to strengthen letters and home ties between soldiers and their fathers. Navy Secretary Daniels and War Secretary Baker laud the program for upholding spiritual and familial bonds amid the war effort.
A Florida official report urges outlawing useless dogs amid nationwide concern. It cites 1915 16 Florida sheep losses from dogs at 3651, with 1428 died of disease and 3307 from exposure, arguing dogs jeopardize wool and mutton production and recommending a tax to remove them.
George Pattullo recounts a moment at division HQ during a blackout when a French airman signaled to attackers and a passerby woman and girl fled. A nearby American soldier reassured them with the line it is all right, he's American.
Officials warn coal for home use may be scarce next winter and fuel rules may require wood use. Wilmington is labeled a wood producing area and residents are urged to stock wood now with wood stoves favored to conserve fuel.
A cordial message from the Kaiser to a German count follows news the count’s fifth son was killed in battle. The exchange mocks the Kaiser’s lack of condolences for sons who avoid harm, noting earlier public dispatches about younger princes being wounded or killed. The practice faded as war reports declined.
In a Columbia Record column the thrift stamp program is praised as small but potent, likened to snow flakes that can halt armies and shield fields. The piece argues universal purchase could raise billions for the Treasury and defends Secretary Baker from sensational German press scrutiny.
This war era calls for thrift and systematic saving to buy war savings stamps benefiting all classes. Prolonged conflict would instill frugality and curb waste, addressing a long standing American note and shaping future financial habits.
Before the war France produced 750000 tons of beet sugar annually and Italy 210000 long tons. This year France makes 210000 long tons and Italy 75000 long tons. Britain formerly imported 1400000 long tons from Germany and Austria Hungary. Now the United States must supply the burden and save sugar. do your part.
The New Bernian notes statisticians say the war costs a million dollars per hour, but pledges to help end Hohenzollern and Hapsburg rule. It urges readers to buy another Liberty bond and support Mr. McAdoo.
The Tuscania, amid British convoy transports, survived all but one. A British destroyer reportedly sank a depth charge after the submarine attack. A U S survivor praises American soldiers for their discipline and sing salute as the ship listed from torpedo damage.
Dr. Lockwood of Wilmington plans to start a campaign against hog cholera in Pender county, weather delays causing a postponement, with a ten day inoculation effort once conditions improve. The Pender Chronicle notes farmers will welcome this aid. Some farmers near Tabor plan to plant Irish potatoes.
A petition seeking a new stock law district with eight hundred signatures was presented to the County Commissioners. Four townships are included in the proposed territory and action was delayed for verification of voter signatories as supporters vow continued activity until goals are met.
David Clark of the Charlotte Rotary Club announced the Smileage book campaign is far short of its $4,000 goal. The drive started Monday January 28 and will run through next Saturday, organized by the Charlotte Rotary Club.
Mrs A H Johnson of Magnolia reports a strange incident while cooking canned food. A exploded pistol cartridge shell was found in the pan, a fragment resembling snow flakes caused no damage, and she plans to avoid canned foods in the future.
Readers question the use of the leading I in Joh Ray's name as a personal quirk in a local sports profile. Some residents see it as a bold individual branding choice while others call it distracting, with fans noting his rapid pace on the track.
Buffalo boxing fans faced disappointment when Gunboat Smith did not appear for a scheduled quarrel with Carl Morris at a recent show, leaving Mor ris to fight without his opponent.
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