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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1918
Page
4
The piece notes distrust of Bolsheviki as they are portrayed as unstable in opinion and suggests Mrs Hutcheson would win a popularity contest. It questions the idea of government ownership of railroads and the willingness of Senators to vote for such measures while discussing wheat prices and related politics.
Local leaders express opposition to the governor's no ar tisan plan, arguing it undermines party representation. The debate centers on how to structure the tenth district election and preserve political balance.
Ex-President Taft displays Southern-character traits in advocating war, yet hesitates to exit without a definite conclusion once engaged. The commentary centers on his policy stance and potential implications for national action.
Senator Lewis warned that railroad management fears persist regarding returning strategic lines to private ownership after the wartime control ends. The piece notes Germany’s expected unopposed advance into prostrate Russia and comments on public sentiment toward victory and governance.
The notice proclaims that after adopting meatless days, Americans have consumed 140 000 000 pounds of beef. It invites readers to recognize the impact of their individual choices on the national food effort.
The passage argues that to let Wilmington fully gain from its advantages, the government should not be frugal in spending to improve the Cape Fear channel. It emphasizes aligning funding with the potential regional benefits and growth prospects for Wilmington.
A reflection notes that greater familiarity with Washington's life would improve national character during time of strain and that valuable lessons were learned from yesterday's celebrations.
A Greensboro sign warns locals to work or enlist, signaling a strict civic stance against idleness and urging action from loafers in the town.
Raleigh residents discuss alleged delays in court proceedings for a Black man convicted of a serious offense. Some argue five oaths and time between conviction and death penalty are excessive, while others urge faster mob justice.
A historical reflection notes George Washington would feel pride at the nationwide birthday celebrations and pride in the nation’s modern military strength while acknowledging the smaller resources he faced in his era fighting for liberty.
An editorial calls for a united North Carolina effort to back Wilmington in securing wartime shipyard placement. It urges Raleigh and major cities from coast to mountains to cooperate, presenting Tar Heel spirit and solid facts to persuade federal authorities and overcome past obstacles.
The Raleigh News and Observer and Wilmington Dispatch criticize railroads public‑interest ties and ad trade under McAdoo policies. They warn such exchanges shaped opinion and praise cautious cash payments for ads and transport. Reports also note local notices on health, crime, and civic life in New Bern and Hickory areas.
The House Committee slashed an engineers recommendation of 80000 dollars for Cape Fear river channel maintenance at and below Wilmington to 330000. Local impact worries arise as Wilmington’s port may be used for government war plans. Senate committee consideration is awaited to restore the 80000-dollar annual appropriation.
USDA specialists claim keeping laying hens to lay eggs and later selling the birds could add 150 million eggs to the yearly supply without reducing chicken meat. Investigators note spring timing raises egg profits, suggesting farmers in the South could gain about 50 cents per hen by selling eggs first and birds in late spring.
A writer laments perceived neglect of North Carolina and Wilmington compared with neighboring states. Army camps and port improvements have benefited others while the state’s natural advantages receive scant consideration, suggesting targeted discrimination.
Seaboard resident Jack Martin a noted artistic cornet player from Hamlet and Andrews South Carolina. He was injured when a 40 pound lump of coal fell from an engine tender striking him on the head causing a concussion. He received treatment in Norfolk and Baltimore before rest and recovery proved futile.
At a Good Roads committee meeting of the chamber of commerce a resolution urged city officials to enforce the vagrancy law and compel able bodied residents to work. E. E. Bain noted a Norfolk placard reading Go to Work Join the Army or Go to Jail and the committee recommended posting similar notices and strict enforcement by the commissioners.
Greensboro Record notes the death of Major William H Bernard founder of the Wilmington Star in September at age 81. The Star editorial lauds him as a lifelong newspaper man, with a career starting in Texas and long years in Fayetteville and Wilmington, leaving a lasting daily in North Carolina.
Dr. John H. Vincent retired Methodist bishop and chautauqua founder turns 86 today. Born in Tuscaloosa Alabama he entered ministry in Pennsylvania at 18. He organized the first chautauqua assembly in 1874 and helped shape international Sunday school lessons.
A historical glance notes events from 1818 1843 1868 and 1893. It recalls birth of Gen Jeremy F Gilmer in Guilford county North Carolina death in Savannah December 1 1883 impeachment talk in Congress against President Johnson and Secretary Foster resignation to join the Bering Sea tribunal in Paris.
On February 23, 1917 Premier Lloyd George announced drastic government measures to raise home production and curb imports in response to German submarine warfare.
Mrs. Margaret Deland, born in Allegheny Pa sixty one years ago, engages relief work in France. Sir George Cave, London born Home Secretary, sixty two years old. Roy D. Chapin of Lansing Michigan, secretary of defense transport committee, thirty eight. Jonathan Bourne Jr of New Bedford Massachusetts, sixty three. Rear Admiral Henry B. Wilson of New Jersey, fifty seven. Carl Morris of Fulton Kentucky, thirty two.
The New Bern Sun Journal reports the death of Major William H. Bernard founder of the Wilmington Star. He is remembered as a grand old man, a gentleman of the old school and a journalist of marked ability, and his loss leaves a void.
Major William H. Bernard died in Wilmington at age 82. He founded the Morning Star of Wilmington, edited it for decades, and helped establish the Wilmington Evening Dispatch in 1865. A Confederate veteran and brother-in-law of Congressman Charles M. Stedman, he remained a prominent writer even after stepping back from active editing eight years ago.
State Food Administrator Henry A. Page says North Carolina farmers are too patriotic to be swayed by pro German propaganda. He predicts a fair season and greater food and feed production than last year.
Major W H Bernard oldest North Carolina journalist dies at his Wilmington home after a brief illness at age 81 or 82. He founded the Morning Star in 1867 and led it as owner and editor for 42 years until 1909 before selling due to age. His career spanned decades as a noted editor.
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