Calfornia Oil Debate and War Policy Echoes in Editorial Voice
A 1918 article fragment discusses oil prospects in California and calls for oil-experimentation. It cites criticisms of Messrs Chamberlain Hitchcock and questions whether such charges impact public perception. It cites Wilson’s war aims and Senate probing into war logistics, and notes Russia exiting the war with Germany shifting supply lines and manpower to the West front.
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Hitchcock
Imany
Tuscania
Senator Cooper for the New Hanover Brunswick Senate Seat
The Dispatch endorses Senator W. B. Cooper for re election to represent New Hanover and Brunswick in the General Assembly. It cites his prior effective service knowledge of the body and leadership potential. The paper notes surprise over W D MacMillan Jr withdrawing from Commissioner race to run for Senator and urges returning Cooper.
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W. B. Cooper
New Hanover
Brunswick
General Assembly
Cooper
Wilmington
Senate
Senator Cooper
W. D. MacMillan, Jr
MacMillan
Board of County Commissioners
Flag gift honors Senator Simmons from UNC turns heads
The United States flag that flew over the 1917 18 Senate session was presented to the University of North Carolina by Capt. Samuel A. Ashe for Senator F M Simmons. UNC President Edward K Graham received it and lauded the flag's meaning. Ashe praised Simmons for his patriotism and leadership in passing major measures.
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Charlotte Observer
State University
Simmons
North Carolina
The
Observer
United States
Senate
Congress
Wilson
House of Representatives
University of North Carolina
Samuel A. Ashe
F. M. Simmons
Edward K. Graham
Ashe
Senator Simmons
Useless Waste of Seized Alcohol Draws Protests
An argument contends that destroying seized liquor wastes a valuable resource. It urges saving alcohol for chemical and medicinal uses, noting vast quantities could support industry and food production without breaching prohibition. The Charlotte Observer echoes calls to warehouse seized stock.
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Charlotte
The Morning Debuts Fresh Look and New Press
The Morning notes New Berman arrives with a new dress and improved makeup enhancing its appearance. It is printed on a recently installed press, and congratulations are offered to the proprietors and editors for the handsome upgrade and ongoing prosperity.
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Berman
Where do the Slavs stand kneeling to the Kaiser
A terse line notes Slavic peoples are not standing but kneeling at the feet of the Kaiser, signaling subservience amid shifting alliances and imperial pressure. The remark frames political posture as a dramatic, symbolic surrender under German dominance.
New Merchandise Arrives Early in Larger Quantities
Buyers moved in before mid January due to labor shortages, scarce goods, and transport difficulties. A new shaped bag features a vanity mirror, purse, tassel trim, nickel catch, and black make. By splitting stock between two stores the price is $2.69 plus 35¢ yard.
A Tough Proposition Concerning Duchess Jewel Gift
The Duchess of Marlborough donated jewels worth twenty five thousand dollars to England's welfare fund for children. To aid the beneficiaries the jewels must be sold for money. Critics may reproach such expenditure in hard times, yet sale is needed to feed and clothe needy children.
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Duchess of Marlborough
England
The Big Hearted Irish
The Charlotte Observer praises Irish civilians and officials for welcoming Tuscania survivors. Crowds aided, clothing and feeding the rescued sailors, while in Belfast the Royal Irish Regiment led the welcome with band. A letter from Ambassador Page reassured American gratitude for Irish care.
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Charlotte Observer
Tuscania
Belfast
Royal Irish Regiment
United States
Ambassador Page
London
Tobacco acreage rising across many growing regions
The Bladen Journal notes widespread expansion of tobacco acreage including areas never before grown for market. The piece cautions against overplanting driven by high prices that could push costs of production above returns.
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Bladen Journal
Wireless telegraphy links Kongo settlements across Africa
Widely separated settlements in the Kongo Free State are connected by a wireless telegraphy system that spans 3,000 miles through African jungles, linking isolated communities with civilization.
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Kongo Free State
Vivid World War I tribute from Charlotte editors
The Charlotte News recalls Tuscania victims with a martial, somber tribute. It portrays American soldiers marching to sacrifice, praising their courage and resolve against a treacherous sea attack.
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Charlotte News
Tuscania
Thrift Stamp promises interest over tax payments
A Greensboro Record note promotes thrift stamps as yielding interest, framing them as a better choice than paying taxes with nothing in return and implying federal revenue will be secured by Uncle Sam.
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Greensboro
Sam
New Berman Secretary Baker Faces Early Test in Debate
Baker delivers sharp blows to Chamberlain in a verbal clash. The veteran lawyer proves to be a capable witness, challenging the old belief that lawyers lack credibility in public argument.
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Berman
Baker
Chamberlain
Americans urged to mobilize after Tuscania sinking
Greenville readers are questioned on national resolve amid World War I. The piece warns that the United States faces a massive military machine and stresses the need for citizens to do their part after the Tuscania disaster off Ireland.
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Greenville
Tuscania
Ireland
Republican caucus backs wartime legislation and unity
The article quotes Senator Gallinger and notes Republican Senators will support legislation for vigorous war prosecution. It argues Republican leaders have supplied strong support for Wilson and that party prejudices exist but Republicans and Democrats are similarly prone to bias.
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Charlotte
Governor Bickett Blasts Inquisition Over War Dept
Durham editor hails Governor Bickett for charging that the senatorial probe into the War Department harmed U S troop movements Tunisian tragedy the Tuscania and blamed Chamberlain Hitchcock and others in Washington for aiding Germany urging swift action against those opposing the administration's war policy.
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Durham Sun
Bickett
War Department
United States
Washington
Germany
Chamberlain
Hitchcock
Letter to editor questions State Senate candidacy reporting
J A Taylor of Wilmington writes The Dispatch to challenge coverage of W D MacMillan and W B Cooper. He accuses the paper of bias in implying improper private meetings and defends private discussions about candidates while defending his own standing and right to oppose Cooper.
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Taylor
Wilmington
N. C
the Dispatch
W. D. MacMillan
State Senate
W. B. Cooper
MacMillan
Cooper
Haar
Daughter of Kermon Girl Seriously Injured In Window Fall
Miss Lorena Kermon, daughter of Mr and Mrs W H Kermon of 15 South Fourth street, fell from a second story window while cleaning. She was not found to have broken bones but remains bedfast with serious injuries. A physician attended and residents wish her a speedy recovery.
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Lorena Kermon
W. H. Kermon
South Fourth Street
Tennessean Killed in Action at Ottawa
Ottawa February 12. E Grant of Bestol Tennessee has been killed in action according to today's Canadian casualty list.
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Tennessean
Ottawa
E. Grant
Bestol
Tenn
Birmingham Central High School Destroyed by Fire
The Birmingham Central High School building burned down in Birmingham Alabama on February 2. The loss is estimated at 4 350 dollars. Fire officials reported extensive damage to the structure and contents.
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Birmingham
Ala
Birmingham Central High School
Frame aids one man to operate two saws
A new mechanical frame allows a single worker to control two saws simultaneously. The invention aims to boost productivity and reduce labor costs in cutting operations.
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