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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1917
Page
4
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The report notes South Carolina celebrated Lee Jackson Day with emphasis on honoring ancestral heritage. It mentions Representative Stedman pursuing a government park on Guilford battleground and praises Major Stedman’s effort as deserving success while underscoring the cause’s justified aims.
In the Dispatch, Mr. M. Solky argues the handsome customs house should not be obscured by dilapidated structures. The issue hinges on city pride, business impact, and the value of public money, making it a matter worthy of deep consideration.
A discussion urges increased wages as prices of necessities rise. The text argues wage gains are essential for breadwinners to live, improve comfort, enable better work, and contribute to community, state, and national success.
The piece warns that German raiders can slip through sea lanes by disguising as merchant ships, refueling from victims, and causing extensive damage before being stopped. It notes risks from leaks or disabled machinery and fears prize crews could seed further raiders, increasing maritime threats.
The piece urges New Bern residents to support home merchants to keep local business alive. It cites a New Bern Sun-Journal example of an itinerant sign painter and contrasts local shops with distant providers, noting local stores offer full stock, fair prices, and guaranteed goods. It warns against catalog orders that drain city revenues and stresses it is the duty of New Bernians to trade locally.
The State Journal argues the Keating Owen child labor bill risks unconstitutionality and contrasts it with the Webb Kenyon measure. It claims Keating Owen is not optional for states and could threaten the act’s validity, while Webb Kenyon allows states to regulate shipments in interstate commerce.
The Wayne county senator introduces a bill to abolish capital punishment except in assault cases, amid memories of a mob riot in Goldsboro last year where a Black man was murdered. The piece questions the senator's reasoning and whether mob spirit can be tamed in his county.
A recap of notable past events by date. One hundred years ago in 1817 the Delaware at Philadelphia yielded no ice due to moderate weather. Seventy-five years ago in 1842 France pressed the war against Abd el Kader in Africa. Fifty years ago in 1867 Nathaniel P. Willis, famed poet and journalist, died at Cornwall on Hudson. Twenty-five years ago in 1892 Christopher P. Cranch, painter and author, died in Cambridge, born Alexandria in 1813.
Col John L. Chamberlain born in New York City 59 years ago today nominated Inspector General of the U S Army. Furnifold M. Simmons born in James county North Carolina 3 years ago today. Josef Hofman born in Cra cow Galicia 40 years ago today. Rt Rev Frederick Eis born near Coblentz Germany 74 years ago today. Richard Le Gallienne born in Liverpool England 51 years ago today. John L Burnett born Cedar Bluff Alabama 63 years ago today. Schuyler P Britton born Cleveland Ohio 17 years ago today.
Berlin reports a Greek king appealing to the United States against Allied aggressions while in Europe Russians seize Austrian positions above Czernowitz and Allied warships shell Bulgarian areas near Dedenghatch. Turkish forces push west on the Armenian front as British assaults in France are repelled.
A prominent American druggist endorses Mildredina Hair Remedy claiming it will restore hair, prevent dandruff, and end scalp diseases within years. The ad-style statement asserts universal adoption in eight years and a three week cure, with a price of fifty cents at Elvington's Pharmacy and mail orders via Mildred Louise Co.
An offer invites readers to mail a coupon and ten cents to Mildred Louise Co. in Boston Massachusetts to receive a large free sample of a hair remedy. The ad emphasizes rapid action and includes space for name and address.
Special to The aa New Bern reports Cupid disrupts the Bachelor Club with marriages spreading among members. One member wed after a Gotham visit, another resigned to become a Benedict, a June wedding looms for a third, and three more show marriage plans, signaling the club may close as a dating bureau.
A reader urges Wilmington to acquire or condemn additional land to create a plaza around the new half million dollar Customs House. He argues nearby old buildings should be removed for a forty to fifty foot band, citing Charleston Norfolk and Richmond practices and urging Congress to appropriate funds. He notes Col. Walker Taylor and local senators and representatives support swift action to secure the space and features like shrubs walks and fountains.
Sleeping cars operate daily except Sunday between Wilmington and Raleigh. Southbound times include departure 3:20 AM from Wilmington and arrival 1:15 AM in Raleigh, with intermediate legs to Goldsboro Selma and Raleigh. Sleeper cars open after 10:00 PM and may be occupied until 7:00 AM. Reservations phone 160. Atlantic Coast Line.
George Decopper, commander in chief of the Swiss army, called out further reserves as a precaution amid rumors of a Teutonic invasion and Italy bolstering defenses along the Swiss border. Some say Germany planned actions through Switzerland, while readers note the difficulty of getting a connected European story.
A 100 dollar reward offer accompanies claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh and related constitutional conditions. Internal use through the blood is said to heal mucous surfaces and strengthen the body, with testimonials available. Address: F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio.
An advertisement urges readers to avoid fake corn extractors and plasters and recommends Rexall Cornu Solvent as the right treatment. It instructs washing drying applying the solvent twice daily for four days, then soaking to remove the corn, and notes the product is sold at Evelington's Dependable Drug stores with a positive guarantee.
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