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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1918
Page
4
A 1918 Greensboro Record fragment discusses Ty Cobb war reporting and labor topics. It highlights calls for eight hour days, city coal supply, Bolshevik activity, and critiques Greensboro public schools. The Greensboro Board of Education report condemns dangerous insanitary school buildings and debt, urging state oversight.
The piece notes growing public weariness in Austria and Germany as calls to end the war rise. It indicates military factions in Germany and the hope of peace among the populace, with leaders pressured to conclude hostilities.
Weather conditions hindered Garfield's drastic attempt to ease the coal famine by rationing and distributing coal to ships in New York harbor and to households and cities. Despite snow and cold, he coal ed many vessels before sailing, though eighty one of over two hundred remained uncoaled at the close.
The article argues that Lenine and Trotzky insult President Wilson, showing poor judgment. It contends Russia has no better ally than the United States and warns that ongoing hostility could erode a crucial friendship between nations.
The War Department has twice this week announced General Pershing reports of soldiers killed in action without details. The public demands more front line information and warns that continued secrecy could provoke strong reactions to Baker and the war cabinet bill.
Two Columbia, South Carolina citizens were convicted of manslaughter for death caused by reckless driving. The case suggests that court-backed punishment beyond costs can deter speed violations and benefit communities.
Charles F. Scott, a Kansas native and longtime public affairs figure, plans an active campaign for the seat now held by W. H. Thompson. After editing a Iola daily newspaper, Scott entered public life in 1892 in the Kansas Senate and served in Congress from 1900, with multiple re-elections. He is noted for expertise in agriculture and education and has served as a university regent and recently acted as president of the College of Emporia.
One Hundred Years Ago Today marks John Mason Neale born in London in 1818 and died 1866. Seventy-Five Years Ago Today notes Illinois laws to diminish state debt and liquidate the state bank in 1843. Fifty Years Ago Today records the death of John David Macbride in 1868 in Oxford. Twenty-Five Years Ago Today reports the 1893 National Farmers' Alliance convention opening in Chicago.
January 24 marked German advances near Riga as Russians were pushed back. The United States accepted Germany’s offer to investigate the deported Belgians. Bonar Law urged the British cabinet to press Allies to enforce peace as neutrals failed.
Edith Wharton the novelist born in New York City 56 years ago today. Dr. Kate Waller Barrett head of the Division of Women and Children United States Bureau of Immigration born in Stafford county Virginia 60 years ago today. Beatrice Harraden author born in Hempstead England 54 years ago today. Charles H Niehaus noted American sculptor born in Cincinnati 63 years ago today. Moses P Kinkaid U S Representative born in Monongahela county West Virginia 64 years ago today.
The Asheville Times reports the death of Rev. Robert Wesley Pickens, 93, longest serving member of the Western North Carolina Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He entered ministry in 1845 and passed away Sunday morning, leaving a legacy of faith and community service.
A South Carolina Senate move to defeat a fuel administration order sparked vows of loyalty and threats of federal telegrams of congratulations for obedience. Meanwhile Charlotte reports three meningitis deaths in three weeks with ongoing quarantines and Camp Greene cases totaling seven since September, six deaths and one recovery.
Secretary McAdoo appeals to Southern farmers to boost food production for the nation promising the South will do its full share. The call emphasizes collective effort during a time of need.
The Winston Sentinel notes ongoing German spy activity and implies government knowledge of spy headquarters and agents. It expects further progress in cleansing troublesome citizens as letters reveal interference tactics against freight movement. Dr Garfield is praised for coal expertise contrasting Congress critics of his fuel conservation order.
Ben Muse, a Durham lad serving with Co A 11th King's Royal Rifle Corps, is missing in No Man's Land since November 30. His father, W H Muse of Petersburg, Virginia, was notified by the British government that Ben may be a prisoner or among casualties in the Flanders sector. Muse enlisted about a year ago after an earlier trip to Mexico and has served in France and Flanders, recently promoted to Lance Corporal.
Officials in North Carolina warn of several thousand moonshiners operating in the state. They note liquor prices from five to ten dollars per quart and anticipate private limousines as the moonshine trade grows.
Durham Sun urges readers to start saving by purchasing thrift stamps as the first step to reducing trouble and building financial discipline.
Five automobile mechanics employed in George T. Burnette’s automobile repair department walked out on Saturday night. C. P. Hoskin, one of the workers, reported the action and said ...
Frankie Nurdin and Monroe, soldiers from Camp Greene, meet in a 10 round bout at Liberty Park theater Thursday night January 24. The previous slashing 10 round draw raises expectations for a lively rematch between the feathery champions.
London marks the tenth anniversary of the Boy Scout movement founded by General Sir Baden Powell on January 24, 1908. About 15,000 scouts are in British military service including signal work, messengers, and guard duty. over 5,000 have earned medals for duty.
Havre Jan 24 The Belgian government’s terms of peace as they affect Belgium are presented in the reply to Pope Benedict’s note and call for absolute political economical and territorial independence. Ertle and Wolfe Again. Cleveland Jan 24 Jack Wolfe and Johnny Ertle set for a 10 round return bout at the Cleveland A C. Wolfe trains hard and seeks another upset in the ring.
Duluth Minnesota January 24 boxing fans look forward to a lively windup tomorrow night as Jack Dillon of Indianapolis meets George Chip of New Castle Pennsylvania in a long awaited middleweight clash. Both fighters have been rivals and are considered well matched for the local club show.
London dispatch notes no line of special interest to report in today’s official communication.
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