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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1918
Page
5
A fragmented wind of remarks spans politics and war rhetoric. The piece notes Mr. Wilson, Senator Chamberlain, and Colonel Roosevelt amid references to coal shortages, conscription, and espionage, suggesting strains of governance and public concern during wartime.
A Bladen county soldier writes from Camp Mn describing private quarrels over wood payments charged to officers and criticized war profiteering. He notes Roosevelt traveling to Washington to speed war efforts and hints at cabinet tensions with the White House and War Department facing pressure.
A 1916 examination by M F Hill of German produced commemorative medals reveals a strategy to sway neutrals and sustain propaganda. The pamphlet highlights about 580 medal varieties, including pieces titled The Linking of the Lusitania and American Neutrality, with designs showing sinking ships and U S figures.
The article argues Germany seeks to pressure Russia into ceding a large southern border area or face annexation by the German empire. It asserts Germany intends to negotiate with Ukraine for food supplies, threatening Ukraine and others with occupation and crop seizure if Russia yields, while Russia’s alliance with the Allies weakens its position.
The piece recalls soldiers who died in service to democracy, praising those who died in action for their country. It highlights General Pershing noting three American infantrymen were killed in action, underscoring the duty and sacrifice of true soldiers who died with their boots on.
The colored people of Wilmington pledge to take 200000 worth of war savings stamps. Leaders of the negro race expect this act to boost national war effort and demonstrate loyalty, while teaching thrift and strengthening Americanization in the community.
The public questions what impurities were found in candy supplied to the government for sailors. If poison was present it should be announced. Rumors of powdered glass in Buch candies have circulated, and an official statement could confirm or dispel them.
A fragmented sentence notes a roRfer who tries to mark it ap pear that he is engaged in some kind of useful occupation and that he has the most laborious time yet fails to accomplish fooling anyone.
The report foresees a twentieth century clash at King's Montell with American troops using heavy artillery against Germans. Artillery aims to reestablish positions while other forces are limited. Rumors of fatalities from old age surface as a counterpoint to the looming conflict.
The Charlotte Observer reports a two day conference at State Normal Gilles Greensboro on February 1 and 2 for teachers and association members. Women guests should send names to Dr J. L. Foust by January 31 and men to Frederick Archer of the city schools. No fees beyond railway fare.
The condition of little Fraticaés Martin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Martin Jr., is reported satisfactory after beginning with febrile spinal meningitis symptoms. On Tuesday six unfavorable symptoms had developed, per the Charlotte Observer.
Spencer travelers from Atlanta could not exit a northbound train when it stopped in Spencer due to a car full of soldiers and other passengers. The crowd forced an involuntary ride to Greensboro before returning to Spencer. a woman fainted and a physician was summoned.
Miss Ednth Feese from the Methodist Mission Board visits the Training School since Saturday. The South district secretary’s charm and personality endear her to the girls who admire her work with young people.
Thousands of exile Blancos return to Uruguay fearing the secret ballot will grant them representation after decades out of power under Colorados. Leaders say revolutions may end, while the new constitution could dissolve the Blanco party and reshape the political landscape along the frontier.
A group of American army officers recently traveled from France to London and reported being pursued by German forces from start to finish. They were shelled at the front departure, bombed en route to the boat and in the Channel port, narrowly escaped a bombing in the crossing, and arrived in London just after an air raid warning was issued.
Rear Admiral Peoples, youngest man with his rank, entered the Navy in 1895 and climbed from clerk at Mare Island to pay corps officer through wartime merit. He served as assistant to the paymaster general and recently earned a promotion and pay increase for handling new wartime duties efficiently.
Seventy five years ago today 1843 Edward Drimmond private secretary to Sir Robert Peel was assassinated in London. Fifty years ago today 1868 Crown Prince and Princess celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary. Twenty five years ago today 1898 William Morris Barker consecrated Protestant Episcopal missionary bishop of Western Colorado.
Berlin reported fresh successes against Russian forces west of Riga as Lloyd George hailed the day as an eve of liberation since the French Revolution. French transport Admiral Lagon was sunk by a submarine with 150 lives lost.
Lord Fisher first Baron of Milverstone and First Lord of the British Admiralty at war start is born 77 years ago. The Earl of Lonsdale, a wealthy peer, born 61 years ago today. Robert W. McBride Adjutant General of the Grand Army of the Republic born 76 years ago in Ohio. Mrs Marion Craig Wentworth author of War Brides born in St Paul 46 years ago. Frank J Cannon former Utah senator born Salt Lake City 59 years ago. Charles Curtis Kansas senator born Shawnee County 68 years ago.
A garbled text fragment mentions editors, fur news, and a surprising moment involving Slag Wilséa and Guthi Fat, with unclear sources.
Maximilian Harden quotes a German newspaper from years after the war suggesting Germany might consider returning Alsace Lorraine in two to three years while noting President Wilson doubts Germany will surrender the territory now. The piece argues the issue hinges on Germany’s choice to yield or face further punishment from France.
A fragment notes that hoarding food is as critical as supplying munitions in wartime, framing both as essential for victory and national resilience.
The Fayetteville Observer notes Democratic Senators led by Leiter Chamberlain colluding with Republicans to undermine President Wilson. Their initial move targeted a munitions secretary, but failed. now they push a War Cabinet with expanded powers opposed by the President.
The piece asserts the true American will obey orders whether by soldier or businessman and claims this obedience will win the war. It emphasizes discipline as a core national trait guiding actions during conflict.
The article urges support for boosting teacher pay arguing educators deserve fair compensation. It calls the community to back the movement and question reasons against higher salaries.
The Red Sox will meet in New York on March 15 and proceed together to their training camp in Hot Springs Arkansas for spring drills.
Advertisement urges readers to use Hyomei to drive catarrh and its symptoms from the body. It claims quick relief by simply breathing the medicated air with no sprays or dosing, and promotes buying from druggist R. R. Bellamy.
In Christiania on January 25, Norwegians express growing hostility toward America and, to a lesser extent, the Entente. They allege U.S. demands halt Norwegian exports without guarantees of supplies in return for grain shipments, while Denmark is said to receive goods from America.
Pitcher Bethipp becomes one of the earliest New York Giants players to sign for 1918. The unsigned-appearing text indicates his contract with the team and confirms his role as a twirler for the coming season.
Miller Huggins, newly named Yankees manager, has his team buzzing with activity as they pursue cohesion. Early reports show limited success and ongoing efforts to tighten lineups and strategies.
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