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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1918
Page
4
The excerpt hints at shortages and price worries as editors comment on meat prices salt profits, eggless days proposed by Food Admin, and political quips about a pan German paper labeling a user a red coated hangman. It also references Senate Military Committee and Bak statements and public mood on rationing and footwear costs.
The fragmentary remark notes a revolution exists but remains a poor copy of the Russian and Austrian upheavals, suggesting weaker leadership and less impact than those movements. It emphasizes similarities and differences in scope and prominence without detailing outcomes.
Reports note Brest-Litovsk negotiations spark a major internal rift among Bolsheviks and fuel German discord as peace discussions loom. Observers in Wilmington expect U S involvement to grow with soldiers soon exceeding a half million in France next year.
In North Carolina Bryan vows to endure and wait out the drought to help see the country become dry. He notes limited travel and readiness to act if an audition or hurdle arises.
Chamberlain committee faces pressure as it cross examines the War Department chief amid tense debates. Critics call the move aimed at political embarrassment, while supporters insist on full accountability.
Weather Bureau forecasts indicate a moderate flood as the basin forecast remains steady. Concerns center on sustained high water levels, with officials urging caution and monitoring of river gauges.
The Dispatch announces a new 20 page color attachment press and complete stereotype plant costing about 15000 dollars. It can print 4 to 20 pages at 27 000 copies per hour, replacing an older eight page unit. The paper invites readers to see the press at North Second Street and outlines expected boosts in circulation and advertising, along with expanded staff and AP leased wire service.
The government pushes to insure every man in the fighting force by February 1. Officials and civilians report nearly half a million policies totaling over 4 billion dollars. aims for 100 percent coverage. Hon. William Jennings Bryan to speak in Wilmington under the YMCA banner, viewed as a civic event and support for soldiers families.
Fragmentary note mentions Wilmington and a future event. The readable text provides no clear action, date, or context to identify persons, organizations, or outcomes.
After a weather rough spell the article notes the upcoming Ground Hog event will settle the forecast. It references extended temperature swings and hints at a firmer long term outlook once the groundhog arrives.
Report indicates the Russian situation remains unclear with no decisive updates. Analysts describe the scenario as unsettled and lacking verifiable details amid ongoing ambiguity.
A reader cautions against denatured alcohol in eggnog and urges following safer Carolina practice using sweetened water or lye. The note frames the risk and recommends traditional safer methods.
Secretary Baker’s Senate Military Committee remarks are hailed as revealing and credible. Senator Chamberlain praises the light shed on America’s wartime conduct while defenders argue the United States has built a formidable force, aided the Allies, and outpaced early European efforts in training and production.
The piece argues the South bears primary blame for food shortages during the war and must boost local production of hay, corn, and other foods. It cites Secretary McAdoo urging self-sufficiency to relieve railroad strain and help win the war, noting North Carolina’s wheat shortfall and the need to maximize plant output while continuing cotton and tobacco.
Congressman John H. Small urges restoration and use of inland waterways as a quick relief for railroad congestion. He argues water transport would lower freights, while Eastern Carolina holds promise if land cutovers are developed with local investment.
The Greensboro Record cites bad condition reports on public schools, urging a $200000 bond for repairs. The Observer regrets retreating from a $500000 bond and argues for seizing the opportunity to finance extensive fixes while noting the season and public mood may cool interest.
Prof. N W Walker of the University of North Carolina reviewed Monroe high school and placed it on the state accredited list meeting Southern College Association standards. A graduate can enter Southern colleges on certificate without extra preparatory work or exams. The board of trustees praised the faculty for their excellent work. Monroe becomes the ninth school in the state with such recognition.
Mr H M Wetherington of Vanceboro has patented an automatic gate. He demonstrated a rough model at the New Bernian office showing a platform level with the ground. Pivoted weights at the platform ends and a weighted lever secure the gate against wind and allow automatic swing when a vehicle presses the gate.
George B. Chamberlain, prominent as chairman of the Senate committee on military affairs, is in his second U.S. Senate term from Oregon. A Democrat with Mississippi roots, he pursued law after mercantile beginnings, moved to the Pacific coast after graduation from Washington and Lee, served in Oregon’s Legislature, was Attorney General, twice governor, and won his Senate seat in 1909.
A daily history lesson recalls events from 1818 when the Protestant Bible Society organized in Paris. It also notes seventy five years ago in 1843 Chartist meetings in London and English cities, fifty years ago in 1868 a proposed sale in Denmark, and twenty five years ago in 1893 a deadly Lofo den fishing fleet disaster.
One year ago today in the war January 30 1917 Captain Han Boehm with American passports seized by English. Three English suffragists accused of plotting to poison Premier Lloyd George. British Admiralty announced about 200 lives lost when the Laurentic was sunk by a mine.
Franklin D. Roosevelt born Hyde Park New York 36 years ago today. Jacob L. Dickinson born Columbus Mississippi 67 years ago today. Charles Martin Loeffler born Alsace 57 years ago today. Rt. Rev. Arthur L. Williams born Owen Sound Ontario 62 years ago today. Gen. J. Warren Reifer born Clark County unknown date.
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