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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1917
Page
4
Historic city newspaper page line shows masthead with publication note and office contact details. Weekday and Sunday editions produced by Dispatch Publishing Co. with business office and editorial rooms reference.
The notice lists cash in advance subscription prices for Daily and Sunday editions, with rates for 1 year 5.20, six months 2.60, three months 1.30, and weekly carrier delivery 10 cents. It notes post office entry in Wilmington North Carolina as second class matter and foreign ad representatives MacQuaid Miller Co. Inc. Published Saturday January 13 1917.
The article notes President Wilson faces slim odds in peace negotiations yet remains hopeful. It emphasizes war psychology favors stalemate, bluffing on both sides, and the need for careful, diplomatic, patient action to steer terms without appearing biased.
The Anti-Saloon League argues the Webb Kenyon act as the constitutional basis for liquor restrictions. Prohibitionists may press for immediate action without waiting, asserting the measure’s merit in barring liquor in North Carolina.
A Wilmington civil engineer sues Tidewater Power Company and Atlantic Coast Line for 50 cents, paying 2 dollars to file. He seeks 25 cents from each if victorious, arguing the claim wastes court time and taxpayer money. The Greensboro Record dissents, noting the suit is not in a North Carolina court and the plaintiff is not a Wilmingtonian.
The piece argues Thomas W. Lawson fails to gain martyr status for accusing the national administration. It contends any honor fades if he sacrifices national welfare by staying silent amid unexpected acts that jeopardize the country.
The legislature faces strenuous weeks with local bills to pass and statewide measures on the program. Dry forces will rally in Raleigh next week and Colonel Bryan will address the General Assembly as boldly anticipated debates unfold.
Editorial discusses revived push for a city government of the commission form in Wilmington. It argues citizens should educate themselves to support the reform, noting successful adopters prosper and urging not to abandon the principle for the old, cumbersome system despite calls for refinements.
London report notes one of England's Big Five directing the war against Germany was born in Germany and educated there. Though German-born, he remains loyal to England and is celebrated for his linguistic skill, quickly mastering Dutch to converse with Boer statesmen.
London residents face a severe postwar price rise costing Greater London about 500 million dollars annually. A statistician estimates increased yearly expenditure for food, fuel, clothing, and goods, with bread alone rising by three pence per loaf and adding roughly 35 million dollars per year.
Duke of Aosta born Genoa 48 years ago today. Prince Arthur of Connaught born 34 years ago today. William Henry Crocker born Sacramento 56 years ago today. Frederick Perry Fish born Taunton Mass 62 years ago today. Rev Alexander Whyte born Forfarshire Scotland 91 years ago today.
The text argues a North Carolina Governor may need higher pay to maintain a necessary standard and cover exceptional expenditures. It notes a poor man could not afford the office, while prudent spending benefits taxpayers through returns, despite calls for restraint.
A weight loss ad claims fat individuals especially those 10 to 30 pounds over normal weight can reduce weight without diets or exercise. It promotes moderate eating, fresh air, deep breathing, and Tassco tablets from Elvingtons Pharmacy, taken after meals and at night. Claims include firm flesh and lighter steps within days.
In Red Springs and vicinity The Red Springs Citizen reports a petition circulating to appoint Mrs N A Brown to fill her late husband’s unexpired term. The paper notes broad approval and argues the move shows women can hold important offices and the world is realizing it.
An old advertisement touts Halls Catarrh Cure as a remedy for catarrh and related illness. It claims the product is absorbed through mucous surfaces and recommended by physicians, with testimonials offered and Toledo based sellers.
A year ago today Austrian forces moved within miles of Montenegro s capital. The French submarine Foucault sank an Austrian scout cruiser in the Adriatic. French attacks in Champagne were repulsed by German forces. Italy reported artillery activity along the entire front with air support in operations.
The Standard Railroad of The South offers excursion fares to New Orleans for the Western Fruit Jobbers Association annual meeting. Tickets go on sale January 27 and February 2 with a limit on February 5.
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