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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1917

Page

2

Pneumonia Deaths Rise in Winter and Spring

The State Board of Health notes pneumonia causes about ten percent of deaths in the winter and early spring season and climbs after colds, grippe, and bronchitis. Predisposing factors include debility, overworking, poor air, irregular sleep, and excessive heat or worry. Visiting the sick is discouraged to aid recovery and limit spread.

State Board of Health Valere True Academy of Music Wostible United States Public Health Service

Seagulls Told to Signal Submarine Threats

London report notes British naval crews rely on seagulls to spot German plungers. Birds detect pericope, rise in a flock, circle and cry, drawing attention of nearby ships and often aiding in destroying submarines.

London

New York Officials To Honor Frederick B. Lynch Tonight

A dinner at Delmonico's in New York tonight honors Frederick B. Lynch of St. Paul. Eminent New York financiers and Democratic figures attend as a testimonial to Lynch for sixteen years as Minnesota's Democratic National Committee member and part of the executive committee chairmanship.

New York Delmonico’s Frederick B. Lynch St. Paul Lynch Minnesota

Kitchen Conspiracy Amid Gossip at Harper's

A mistress questions Maggie about a late night kitchen scene with a young man. Maggie and Faith claim they cannot decipher the sight and suggest the mistress looked through the keyhole, per Harper's.

Maggie Harper’s

Swearing Off: Uncle Gill Bottleton On Prohibition

The Washington Star quotes Uncle Gill Bottleton explaining that a country resembles an individual, having consumed liquor without limit for years and then finding it difficult to abstain for a while. The exchange highlights public attitudes toward prohibition in a folksy vernacular.

Gill Bottleton Havin Ashington Star

Abroad with Mr Baed-a-Kin 4 ACH My Lieben Kinder

Fragmented comic travel verse recounts Mr Bacd-a-kin and companions in a seaside Italian city. A German soldier, a cabby gondolier and a mandolin musician appear among misheard lines and playful dialogue. The tone mimics a travelogue with whimsical exchanges and crowd reactions.

Mr. Bacd-a-kin Italy Go-go Jerry

Living Pictures for a Club Tableau Program

A guide to staging simple tableaux for a club or church, detailing roles for a humorous living pictures show. It covers casting lighthearted characters, minimal costumes, small stage, quick rehearsals, and varied indoor outdoor settings. Emphasis on stage manager, humor, and brisk scene transitions to engage neighbors.

Our Woman’s Club Ske

Dripping as a Cooking Fat and Its Uses

Tyee fat serves as a nourishing alternative to butter and blends well with beef or pork drippings. It can replace shortening in meat pastries and corn bread, and may enhance vegetables when fried. Clarifying dripping involves simmering with water and soda, skimming, evaporating, straining, and cooling before reusing.

Count Tarnow to sail for Washington as new Austro-Hungarian ambassador

Amsterdam January 13 Count Tarnow named as Austro-Hungarian ambassador to the United States to succeed Dr Dumba who was recalled in 1915. He sails today aboard the Noordam under assurances from England and France that naval commanders will not disturb him on his transatlantic passage to Washington.

Amsterdam Tarnow United States Dumba Noordam Washington Atlantic England France

Renewing Memories of Civil War Canadian Valor

A Washington Post snippet recalls Canadian fighting during the Civil War as fresh attacks on our complacency remind us of noble Canadian valor in that conflict.

Washington Post

Joe Rivers and Vic Moran Set for 14 Round Bout in New Orleans

In New Orleans on January 13 Joe Rivers and Vic Moran finished training for their 14 round match. The weigh in is scheduled for 134 pounds at 8 o clock before the local club event on Monday night. Both fighters are considered evenly matched and fans expect a lively contest.

New Orleans Joe Tlyers Vic Moran Treament

Administrator's Notice of Estate Claims for Nelson Tanks

Haywood Wilson, administrator, publishes claims notice for all persons with claims against Nelson Tanks estate deceased. Creditors must present claims by December 9. indebted parties to settle accounts by then. Attorney William T. Smith named. notices dated October.

Nelson Tanks Persaus Lavines Tiaedinhe Peagivedt Atv Pleremiiveria Haywood Wilson Nelon Hanks William TL. Smititl

Care of Children’s Teeth from Birth to Early Decay

The article emphasizes early oral care for children from birth, detailing mouth cleansing with boric acid solution, gradual introduction of brushing with a small soft brush, and the transition to flossing as teeth appear. It warns that neglect leads to decay, infection, and damage to future permanent teeth, urging timely visits to the dentist and daily mouth hygiene.

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