The Prince of Graustark at Grand and Other Theatre News
The Grand screens The Prince of Graustark starring Bryant Washburn and Marguerite Clayton, praised as a universal hit with fast moving action and romance. Wilmington patrons also see Royal Has a Great Show featuring Gardner and Lawson’s Hello Southland Revue Company with six vaudeville numbers and notable performers.
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George Barr McCutcheon
the Royal
Gardner
Lawson
Hello Southland
Wilmington
Bryant Washburn
the Prince of Graystark
the Grand
Ministers Live Longest and the Simple Life
A study shows clergymen outlive other men due to a simple abstemious life. Sayre credits clean personal lives and sacrifice, while a US Public Health Service summary stresses balanced living, avoiding overwork and excess, and maintaining moderation for longevity.
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Monell Sayre
United States Public Health Service
Broadway and Memphis Show Attracts Final Performances
The bill features Ethel Bruce Mag Lawson and two other performers praised for a strong stage show. Management guarantees a worthwhile experience and urges every theatre patron to see today’s last performances this evening.
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Broadway
Memphis
Ethel Bruce
Mag.Lawson
Wilmington Woman Credits Tanlac For Indigestion Relief
Mrs. J. H. McKinney of 1009 Third street describes years of nervous indigestion improved after taking Tanlac. She reports better appetite, no chest burning, stronger health, and ability to work without fatigue. Tanlac is advertised as targeting stomach liver and kidney trouble with multiple local dealer outlets.
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J. H. McKinney
Third Street
Tanlac
Wilmington
Bellamy Drug Store
Burgaw
C. L. Halstead
Southport
Watson’s Pharmacy
Rocky Point
A. N. Rhodes
Supply
G. W. Kirby
New Bern
Brabham Drug Co
Magnolia
W. L. Southall
Faison
Faison Drug Co
Pembroke
G. W. Locklear
Snow Hill
J. T. H. Harper
Vineland
R. B. McRoy & Co
Whiteville
J. A. McNeill & Son
Verona
G. W. Humphrey
Fair Bluff
J. P. Waddell
Council
Squires-Hobbs-Grimsley Co
Asa
L. M. Todd
Adv
$25 000 Building Planned for Hamlet
A three story brick structure costing $25 000 will rise in Hamlet built by Seaboard Air Line railroad union workers. Plans show two stores on the first floor, offices on the second, and lodge rooms on the third. The tile roof will enhance the town’s appearance.
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Seaboard Air Line Railroad
Emancipation Day Parade Observed In City
Citizens marked the fifty fourth anniversary with a parade led by Chief Marshal F P Pitman and a church service at St Stephen s A M E church. Rev C P Hazel D D gave a strong address as resolutions were adopted.
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St. Stephen's A. M. E
F. P. Pitman
C. P. Hazel
D. D
How Thin People Obtain a Plump Strong Body
The ad claims tonoline can transform thin people into gaining 10 to 30 pounds of solid flesh and muscle without drastic diets or creams. It promotes a free 50c tonoline package from Ellvington’s Pharmacy, urging readers to mail a coupon and test the product with meals.
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Ellvington
Noline
Rival Governors Claim Inauguration Sparked City Chaos
In Phoenix on January 1 Edward Campbell Republican Governor elect was inaugurated amid crowds and dispute. Governor Hunt claims incumbency while Campbell aides cite a 330 vote plurality and a canvassing board certificate. Courts weigh alleged fraud as mandamus actions seek to force a transfer.
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Phoenix
Ariz
State House
Edward Campbell
Hunt
Campbell
Tiunt
Edward V. Campbell
Governor Hunt
Don’t Use Dye for Gray Hair Say Advertisers
A vintage advertisement urges against using hair dyes for gray hair and promotes Q-Ban Hair Color Restorer. It claims gradual, permanent color restoration, healthier hair growth, and gloss. Available at Green’s Drug Store Wilmington NC with a 50 cent bottle option and a satisfaction guarantee. It also touts related Q-Ban products and a free illustrated booklet.
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Green's
All Good
Green’s Drug Store
Wilmington
N. C
LASH OF HUNGER DRIVES BLACKS TO LARGER LIBERTY
In Montgomery Alabama on emancipation day thousands of African Americans at the State Industrial School mass meeting attributed migration to the east and middle west to the lash of hunger and to greater personal liberty from liberal franchise.
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Montgomery
Ala
East
Middle West
State Industrial School
Free Tonoline Coupon Promises 50c Package Rebate
An offer for a Free Tonoline coupon includes 10 cents in silver to cover postage and packing. The deal requires sending the coupon to the American Proprietary Co. in Boston Massachusetts to claim one 50 cent package of Tonoline.
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American Proprietary Co
Boston
Mass
Judge Delahanty Charges Swann In Clothing Strike Inquiry
Judge James A. Delahanty of the Court of General Sessions charges that Edward Swann New York City District Attorney failed to prosecute violators in the 1914 clothing strike. Delahanty sent Governor Whitman a memorandum urging a state inquiry as he retires. He cites alleged fraud over bail discussions in June 1916 and a motion to dismiss indictments against 27 men.
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New York
James A. Delahanty
Court of General Sessions
Whitman
Edward Swann
New York City
State Institute
Switchboard Operator Burden Delays Answering Questions
The switchboard operator is overwhelmed and cannot respond to inquiries as her workload prevents timely replies. Records cannot be placed before her while duties and call volume remain high.
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Academy of Music
James
Kyrle MacCurdy
Gotham Theatre
Elvington
Front Street
Prince of
Graustark
Evryone
Royal
Evansons
Borus
Miller
Davis
Thelma Fraser
Cqnal
Hesitation
Elvington’s Pharmacy
Cor. 2Nd and
Princess Sts
J.H. McKinney
F. P. Smith
Pittsburg
Arizona
Gardner & Lawson
Stephen D. Lucas
Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph CO
Academy
Elvington’s
Rata
Essanay Presents
Washburn
Marguerite
Clayton
the Prince of
Geo. B. McCutcheon
Tooin
Raleigh
Oldsboro
Mselant
Atlantic Coast Line
The
Standard Railroad of the South
Coast Line Hotel
North Front
Pan
Dupont Farm
Dupont
South Front Street
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