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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1918

Page

2

Tobacco for the soldiers sparks civil debate

A Raleigh Raleigh Telegram stance warns against barring tobacco for troops while the Y M C A and Red Cross argue its stabilizing effect. Soldiers in France and training camps rely on tobacco as a stress relief tool, with Pershing not opposing its use. Public sentiment favors continued supply amid wartime strain.

State Department Willie France Raleigh General Pershing Red Cross

Kick-out May Mean Kick-up

An article argues that a kick-out can become a kick-up for workers facing job loss. It cites a lumber company secretary ousted after twenty years, who later built a prosperous business earning at least 10 000 annually. The piece warns against centralized power and urges support for governmental leadership during wartime.

Great Lake Cities

Asheville merchants adopt limited hours to save fuel

Eighteen leading Asheville merchants agree to open nine and close five until March 1, with Saturday hours till nine. The plan, aimed at conserving fuel, reduces delivery and keeps customers satisfied by extended shopping times, encouraging other North Carolina stores to follow.

Asheville North Carolina

Germany Shows Her Hand In Peace Terms Announcement

The German Chancellor outlined Germanys war aims and terms for peace, signaling the Allies will reject them. The world now clearly sees what each side seeks, with Britain and the United States presenting their aims and Germany declaring her territorial goals.

Germany Wilson United States Great Britain

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