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Newspaper

Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1918

Page

5

Suspensions Follow Vandalism at Indian River High School

Police and city officials investigated late at night as decorum and property were damaged at the high school after a Valentine event. Three students confessed knowledge of the acts, but naming others required before they may return to class. damage valued over $100, flag desecration noted.

Pons High School King Merry Valentine Vias Atl “Coleman Malcolm Little Bete Williams Depe Jiams Tose Aiet John J. Blair J. Shepard Bryan Hemenway Coleman Mtire Mes Wen Whooe Blair Little Mr. Little Dorsey Phil Department Justice Foundation Si “A

Electric Maintenance Company Chartered to Open in Wilmington

New business chartered by the Secretary of State to operate in Wilmington includes hiring electricians and mechanics and selling electrical equipment. Authorized capital is 310 000 with 600 paid in. Incorporators are Charles R. Sage M Y McIntire and Hobbs Jr with plans to open first of the month.

Wilming Charles R. Sage M. Y. McIntire E. Hobbs, Jr

Freshmen Suffer Early Lead as Sophomores Rally

A mistyped scoreline shows freshmen led sophomores 19 to 13 in the opening inning, with the Rae's scoring three in the first. Sophomores answered strong in the second chapter, seven runs off a mound pitcher to clinch the game.

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Four Requests Made of County Chairman

Col. F. H. Fries issued four directives to county chairmen urging rapid use of Raleigh War Savings Institute ideas. They include holding local meetings, placing speakers in every school to explain war savings stamps, selling stamps at schoolhouses on February 22, and organizing school based war savings societies to reach every child.

Col F. H. Fries War Savings War Savings Institute Raleigh War Savings Societies Fries Washington Frthermore

State defense warns shipyard volunteers not to quit jobs

Chairman Sanford Martion of the State Council of Defense urges Four Minute Men to correct the false belief that shipyard work is immediate. He says labor needs are met, registration is required now, and applicants will be notified when and where work is available with salaries determined later.

Sanford Martion State Council of Defense T. L. Bland Rocky Mount W. S. Wilson Raleigh

Contributions Acknowledged for Atlantic Relief Fund

Local Red Cross records lists contributions for Atlantic disaster relief including donations from Mrs. Hugh Mac Rae Miss Emily Kenan Mrs. J. B. Rice Mrs. G. G. Thomas Jr Mrs. E. C. Shepard and chapter members. Wilmington unit seeks 200 toward 2000 needed to aid storm victims. Reverend Pease notes funds are urgently required to alleviate suffering.

Atlantic Red Cross Hugh MacRae Emily Kenan J. B. Rice G. G. Thomas, Jr E. C. Shepard Cuthbert Martin Wilmington Thomas Peae Een

King Illness Reported Causes Concern

Friends learn that B. F. King of 511 South Front street is ill at his home. He has been confined to his room since Wednesday but hopes to be out again in a few days.

Poultry Order Aims to Save Eggs Across State

State Food Administration urges owners of poultry flocks to refrain from selling hens and pullets before May 1. The rule targets licensed dealers and cold storage, promising no farmer loss but a gain by conserving eggs valued at 80 to 100 percent of hens. Consumers urged to avoid fowls for weeks, except male stock.

The Food Administration Henry A. Page North Carolina Department of Agriculture

Farmers May Buy Flour Says Hoover

The United States Food Administration ruled that North Carolina farmers may buy flour without being required to also purchase corn meal or substitutes. Senator Simmons raised complaints from farmers who had surplus corn meal, and Hoover issued this ruling directing purchases not to exceed 70 percent of normal consumption and to use flour substitutes when possible.

Geo. H. Manning Washington, D. C United States Food Administration North Carolina Senator Simmons Simmons Mr. Hoover Food Administration

Local Craven County Officials and Leaders Highlight War Efforts

New Bern reports strong compliance with U S food administration directives as residents aid conservation efforts. County auditor H M Groves Jr succeeds his late father with praise for readiness. Congress hopeful Abernethy returns optimistic about district support. Mills resume full operation boosting slab wood supplies for next winter.

New Bern Craven County United States Craven County Board of Commissioners H. M. Groves, Jr H. M. Groves Groves Charles L. Abernethy Abernethy Washington Vitae Abernethy

Simmons Works Hard for This Port in Wilmington

Senator W B Cooper returns from Washington praising Senator F M Simmons for strong support of Wilmington and North Carolina’s port interests. Cooper says Simmons quietly champions the port, gathering national recognition and federal treatment due to his influence with the President and national officials.

Simmons Cooper Wilson Wilmington Senator Simmons Washington

Barley and Wheat Flour Mix Used for Biscuit Baking

A recipe note indicates barley and wheat flour blended at a low level can replace pure flour in biscuit dough. Baking powder assists the mixture, suggesting a simple method for denser, quick biscuits.

All Father and Son Banquets Prove Highly Successful

Last night Father and Son banquets across city churches and the Y M C A drew hundreds, strengthening bonds between fathers and sons. At the Y M C A the gymnasium banquet was the largest yet equally well staged with smilax decor, candlelit tables, and a program of recitations and solos led by toastmasters George Peschau and Thomas W. Davis. Distinguished speakers included Rev J H McCracken, Rev Marion Huske, Rev Duvall Gwathimey, and Mr C Walton Johnson. C overs were set for 114 at the Church of the Covenant with talks by Rev Huske and Rev Gwathimey. similar setups at the Church of the Good Shepherd and St Andrew's Memorial Hall hosted 74 covers with E H Hardison and Archie McNair contributing.

George Peschau J. H. McCracken C. Walton Johnson Church of the Covenant Thomas W. Davis, Esq Marion Huske Duvall F. Gwathimey Church of the Good Shepherd J. H. Curtis Odis B. Hinnant A. Matthews Marvin Shinn Memorial Hall St. Andrew’s

Worship Schedule Highlights Across Multiple Churches

A compact church notices page lists services across several Wilmington parishes. Immanuel hosts 11 a m Sunday worship with ordination emphasis for elected elders. Church of the Covenant in Market and Fifteenth streets offers 11 a m and 8 p m services with 3:30 p m Sunday school. St. Andrew’s on Fourth and Campbell holds 11 a m service and 3:30 p m Sabbath school with Endeavor programs thereafter.

Evening Service at St An drew’s Presbyterian Church

Morning worship features a sermon from Ezekiel forty eight thirty five The Lord is there and special choir music The night service is canceled The congregation joins Church of the Covenant located at fifteenth and Market streets for worship

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Church of the Covenant Fifteenth Market Streets

St James and St Pauls Church Lent Services and Sermons

St James rector Rev W H Milton preaches on Driven and the Two Salvations at night with a choir recital. Services begin 8 11 5 7 45. St Pauls Sixteenth and Market street rector Rev D L Gwathmey First Sunday in Lent Holy Communion 7 30 Morning Prayer 11 Evening Prayer 5 Regular weekday services 5 30 with Ember Day prayers 8 p m except Wednesday. Visitors welcome with free seating.

St. James W. H. Milton D. D St. Paul’s Church Sixteenth Market Streets D. L.gwathmey

Union Prayer Meeting at St Pauls Church

The next Union prayer meeting will be held at St Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church at Sixth and Market streets. Rev F B Claussen pastor will lead on Monday evening February 18 at 6 oclock. The public is invited to this service.

St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church Market Streets F. B. Claussen

Lutheran St Pauls Church Service Note

Market and Sixth streets hosts Lutheran St. Pauls Church service led by Rev. F. B. Clausen in the morning.

Advent and First Christian Church Services Listed

Sunday schedule for Advent at South Fourth and Church with Rev T T Johnson includes Sunday school at 10 am and services at 11 am and 7 30 pm with titled sermons God s Workmanship and A Forward Movement A church annex oyster supper with ice cream and cake on Thursday at 6 30 pm is noted Public invitation. First Christian on Dock Street lists 11 am and 7 30 pm sermons by Rev d E Reynolds and evening W C T U Christian Endeavor Junior Endeavor and prayer meeting details with 9 45 am Sunday school and 6 45 pm Endeavor. Public invited to attend all services.

Advent South Fourth Church Streets T. T. Johnson Robert Reaves First Christian Dock Street D. ‘E. Reynolds Christian Endeavor

Calvary Churches Schedule with Sermons and Meetings

Calvary J A Sullivan pastor holds Sunday worship at 11 a m and 7 30 p m with sermons Morning Praise God and Keep His Commandments and Among the Thorns Sunday school at 9 45 a m led by Mr J W Hollis Junior B Y P U at 6 45 p m. Sunbeams Monday at 3 30 p m. Prayer meeting Wednesday night. Teachers supper and Senior B Y P U Thursday night. Delgado Rev A L Goodrich pastor Sunday School 11 45 a m L W Moore superintendent 7 30 preaching on Will Germany Win or Lose Wednesday Feb 20 at 3 30 San beams in charge Mrs C B Newcombe 7 30 B Y P U led by E W Walder president Henry Carter group leader 7 40 Midweek prayer Home Made Prayer Meetings second in series Friday Feb 22 Junior B Y U led by Mrs W O Fickling Wrightsboro Rev A L Goodrich preaching at 11 a m on One Things About Germany and The Germans 3 00 Sunday School classes for all ages 7 30 B Y P U in charge of Mr Co G Van Landingham group leader Midweek prayer Tuesday Adolph Rogers nights at 7 30 All welcome

Calvary J. A. Sullivan Delgado A. L. Goodrich Germany Co. G. van Landingham Adolph Rogers All Welcome

Church Services Announced on Bladen and Fifth Avenues

Rev. E C Sell on Bladen Street preaches at 11 a m and 7 20 p m with Sunday school at 3 30 p m Rev J H McCracken on Fifth Avenue delivers a sermon at 11 a m on The One Talent Person and at 7 30 p m with Sunday school at 9 45 a m Epworth League meets Tuesday at 8 p m Strangers and visitors are invited to all services

Bladen Street Fifth and Bladen Streets E. C. Sell Fifth Avenue J. H. McCracken Epworth League

Elders to Be Installed at First Presbyterian Church

The First Presbyterian church plans ordination and installation of newly elected elders tomorrow at 11 o clock. Rev Dr John M Wells will preach on Ordination. The service, postponed from Sunday, will include other regular worship activities.

Dr. Wells First Presbyterian Church John M. Wells

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RA Hgh NEW Business Chartered Sa Aan Martin Hoover Craven County Aids Food Administration W. B. Cooper F. M. Simmons North Carolia Wilmington Savings & Trust Company Princess Street Presbyterian South Third Orange Streets Immanuel Front Queen Streets Brotherhood and Ladies’ Auxiliary Market Fifteenth Streets Marion S. Huske Union Fourth Campbell Streets A. D. McClure Harnett Street Eighth Harnett Streets W. M. Baker Winter Park Andrew J. Howell Junior Christian Endeavor Senior Christian Endeavor Mr. Howell Missionary Society St. Matthew's Evangelical G. W. McClanahan H. EB. Bonitz New Hanover County National Lutheran Commission For Soldiers and Sailors’ Welfare Episcopal Christian Baptist Methodist Noah Richmond Noah Products Corp Ays Wilmington, N. C Wrightsville Beach Armstrong Hotel Chelsea West Twenty-Third St Seventh Av New York City Hotel Chelsea Pennsylvania Station Lehigh Valley R. A New York J.B. McCabe and CO. Certified Public Accountants Murchison Bank Wilmington, N. CG Chichester Lee Cincinnati
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