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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1917
Page
4
A jumble of subscription rates appears, listing prices for daily and Sunday delivery by carrier and various prepaid terms. The text then shifts to a series of social musings, jokes, and commentary on public figures, war news, and political opinions with satirical remarks about governance, finance, and current events.
The North Carolina legislature opens a biennial session with high hopes for statewide reforms. Key topics include strengthening prohibition and election laws, education board elections, farmers union issues such as free school books, municipal finance oversight, and women’s suffrage advocacy. Democrats are urged to pursue progressive policy and avoid guardianship, aiming to strengthen both state welfare and party unity.
The article endorses the commission form for Wilmington with Representative-elect Grant in support. It argues the system concentrates authority, is efficient and Democratic, and should be elected by the people with referendum initiative and recall. It dismisses rumors of appointed commissioners and favors a May spring election.
The article notes that Wilson, nearing his 60th birthday, handles vast duties with steady judgment. It praises his work ethic and readiness, stating he buckles down to a task and never stops until it is completed, despite high expectations and scrutiny.
Editorial notes the year’s progress in industry with rising employment and wages, praises new and expanding ventures, and urges North Carolina to capitalize on its resources by investing in industries such as paper mills to lead in the postwar economy. It emphasizes state charter growth as evidence of business confidence and growth.
At a Haverford College meeting of Biblical savants Prof. Benjamin W. Bacon of Yale argued that some current Bible writings lack foundation in the original manuscript and reflect editor interpretations. He urged correcting true errors rather than promoting diverse opinions that undermine the Bible’s teachings.
A letter argues that a majority supports a commission government but wants commissioners elected. It suggests Representative Grant implement the plan so it takes effect after the current mayoral tenure, aligning with the next regular May election when all officials would be chosen.
Penetrating rub for rheumatic joints and muscles advertised as a harmless cure. Claims instant relief, skin safe, and no internal treatment needed. Endorsed as a long trusted remedy for sciatica neuralgia lumbar backache sprains with millions cured over decades.
The News reports Greensboro, following rapid hotel funding, will turn to building a Young Woman's Christian Association. The shift shows a proactive spirit and a distinction between talk and action in the community.
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