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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1917
Page
4
The article notes President Wilson’s statements amid German setbacks in the east and west, submarines failing to end the war, and growing unrest in Germany and Austria-Hungary as the tide shifts. It cites prevailing peace talk by Germany at a peak of power and its subsequent decline.
The State Good Roads Association urges employing convicts for road construction and repair. It argues this is sensible, profitable for the state, avoids usual business risks, and does not conflict with labor while stressing the need for more roads.
New England troops will train at Charlotte while North and South Carolina units are grouped for camping. Selection has Greenville, South Carolina, as the spot, but the writer notes the separation is only imaginary and the spirit remains the same.
The New York World quotes the German Chancellor asserting no peace without annexations and indemnities, showing Germany’s military despotism backing conquest. It argues democracy or autocracy must prevail, noting Russia’s bloodied response to Kaiser rule.
The piece laments that while Russians attack, British and French offensives on the western front are too recent to risk weakening lines by eastern offensives. It notes the failure of German counter-attacks and regrets the lack of simultaneous action by the Entente powers.
The Manufact urers Record highlights widespread Southwide progress with new establishments and plans for industries. Wilmington is active with contract lettings for major shipyards and new shipbuilding potential. The weekly payroll signals fresh money, more business, and population growth as the South advances.
The Good Roads Association highlights Wilmington officials McGirt and MacMillan as respected road builders and county commissioners. The piece urges Wrightsville Beach as a future convention site with ample lodging and a large modern auditorium to host a larger eastern gathering.
Luther Burbank claims a new wheat type that could yield four times per acre. The discovery promises relief for the food problem if farmers use land efficiently and embrace the higher yields. Burbank, a noted scientist, has a track record of significant achievements.
The Observer notes Fayetteville’s hat is tipped to Charlotte and its military camp, hopeful it will be a great business gain. It praises the spirit of perseverance, asserting the stubborn challenger will eventually rise to the top.
One hundred dollar reward offered for an uncured case of catarrh. The ad claims Hall's Catarrh Medicine has 35 years of use and works through the blood to heal mucous surfaces. It promises noticeable health improvements after short use and offers testimonials free. F J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio advertise nationwide, price 75 cents.
The 1916 timetable announces through sleepers and parlor cars between Wilmington Charlotte and Birmingham on trains 13 and 19. Sleeper services operate Wilmington to Charlotte and Charlotte to Wilmington with through connections to Birmingham. City agents at Orton Building offer reservations and schedules.
Peking June 25 United Press reports Eugene Chen editor of the Peking Gazette was sentenced to four months imprisonment. He accused Premier Tuan of plot to cede sovereignty to Japan and claimed a secret 20 item pact including a 50 million dollar loan for arsenals and a modern Chinese army. He named two Japanese agents in China as key negotiators.
United Press reports Dr. F C Weber of Chicago warns the U S will need 50 000 tons of aluminum annually for aircraft and motor vehicle production to aid the war against Germany. He argues bauxite is unavailable and kaolin or fireclay must be used, noting vast kaolin deposits in Illinois and that his theory has been submitted to the Society of Industrial Engineers for review by the Council of National Defense.
Eddie Cicotte the White Sox ace is the sole veteran hurler in the American League showing strong form this season. In his eleventh big league season he looks set for several more years of major league pitching.
The Superior Court of New Hanover County orders a public cash auction of two Wilmington city lots on July 23 1917 at noon at the Court House door. The sale is subject to court confirmation and follows the Ida H Gooding et al versus Albert Steljes et al decree.
State and county advertise foreclosure on July 30 1917 at noon. G J McMillan and Annie H McMillan mortgage to Marta T Storm dated March 1 1912 secures debt on a parcel in Wilmington described as Front Street and Church Street block 86. An alley easement is excluded from the mortgage.
Atlantic Coast Line launches through sleeping car service from Wilmington to Asheville via Florence Sumter and Columbia in connection with Southern Railway, operating daily until Sept 16. An extended Wilmington to Atlanta line via Augusta continues with similar schedule, offering Union Depot access in Atlanta for connections to major northern routes. Tickets and fares available from T C White.
Weekly timetable shows Center and Beach departures from early morning to after midnight. Weekdays include 6:15 to every half hour until late, with express and local trains serving Wilmington and Beach areas. Freight depot hours listed with daily openings. Sunday schedule adds frequent half hour departures and late night service.
Freight times listed 11 00 A M to 12 15 P M with Pasot open 10 to 11 A M Sunday and during heavy travel periods. Express trains run between Wilmington and Lumina stopping only at 5th 7th and 9th streets Wilmington and all Beach stations.
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