Air supremacy and pardons dominate Senate and North Carolina case
The piece argues swift Senate action on airship measures to outpace Germany and cites the Kaiser's fear while urging bipartisan patriotism. It then discusses Gov. Bickett's pardoning power in the Dr. J. W. Summers case, stressing thorough investigation and conscience driven decisions over public protest or influence, noting the district solicitor opposed a pardon.
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Senate
America
Entente
Germany
J. W. Summers
Bickett
Summers
World chatter and cartoonish jabs in wartime dispatches
A collection of satirical lines on European leaders and politics amid wartime mood. It mocks Kaiser Wilhelm, German politics, American senators, and public figures while mixing quips about monarchy, inflation, and cultural references.
Senator Reed faces public push amid food bill concerns
Senator Reed remains under pressure as discussions on food bills strain public sympathy. The passage discusses widespread discontent among constituents and the political tone surrounding soon to be debated measures.
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Reed
Loopholes in bone dry law threaten medicinal beer and liquor
The article warns federal officers will pursue those exploiting a medicinal purpose loophole in the bone dry law. It notes challenges proving true medical intent and the notoriety for those ordering for others or for themselves, while authorities remain vigilant and active.
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Uncle Sam
Russia Sees Internal Trouble Diminish Amid War Mobilization
The article notes reduced domestic discord in Russia since the revolution and highlights a rehabilitated army with patriotic, democratic spirit. It argues this resilience bodes well for Russia against Germany, suggesting democracy’s spirit matters more than titles in stabilizing the nation.
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Russia
Germany
Republic
Wilmington urged as ideal site for shipyards by experts
Prominent shipbuilders advocate Wilmington as a prime location for new yards. They cite existing facilities and expert judgments, urging government full investigation to save money and serve public interest.
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Wilmington
What Do You Know About Your Blood Supply
Public notice invites readers to request a free booklet on blood health and purity. It highlights S. S. S. as a long selling blood remedy and directs writing to Swift Specific Co. Dept. A Atlanta Ga for the free publication.
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Swift Specific ‘Co
Atlanta
Old Dominion not to reduce service to New York
E B Palen, Old Dominion Steamship Company general agent in Norfolk, told the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce that Virginia waters service will not be reduced. He cited assurances from New York officials and denied plans to cut routes, calling reports of a cut an absurd misunderstanding.
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Associated Press
Norfolk, Va
E. EB. Palen
Old Dominion Steamship Company
Virginia Waters
New York
Palen
Norfolk Chamber of Commerce
Old Dominion
Through sleepers to Atlanta and Asheville schedule
Atlantic Coast Line launches through sleeping car service from Wilmington to Asheville via Florence Sumter and Columbia in connection with Southern Railway with daily departures from Wilmington Chadbourn Florence Sumter Columbia Spartanburg Saluda Flat Rock Hendersonville and Asheville arriving in Asheville at 7 00 A M Returning from Asheville at 4 10 P M and from Atlanta at 8 35 P M The old line Wilmington to Atlanta via Augusta continues with similar times Tickets and fares available from T C White General Passenger Agent Wilmington N C The Standard Railroad of the South
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Atlantic Coast Line
Wilmington
Asheville
Florence
Sumter
Columbia
Southern Railway System
Chadbourn
Spartanburg
DEGON
Saluda
Flat Rock
Hendersonville
North Carolina
Atlanta
Augusta
Georgia Railroad
Orangeburg
Auglysia
Union Depot
Chicago
Cincinnati
St. Louis
T. C. White
N. C
Standard Railroad
South
Commissioner’s Sale of Land in Wilmington 1917
In New Hanover County Superior Court a commissioners sale of land is set for September 3 1917 at noon. The property lies on Dun Street near Third and Davis in Wilmington with Aubrey Alley reference and part of lot 8 block 321. Chesley C Bellamy Commonwealth Commissioner notes bid cash and sale at court house door to satisfy a judgment against J B Elkins Louisa Elkins and Paul Cansertgagee.
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State of
North Carolina
New Hanover
Wilmington
J. B. Elkins
Louisa Elkins
Paul Cansertgagee
Vestea
Negis
M. Bond
New Hanover County
Court House
Dun Street
Davis and
Parsley Streets
Third and
Davis Streets
Third Street
Davis Street
Parsley Street
Aubrey Alley
N. C
Chesley C. Bellamy
Foreclosure Sale by Wilmington Homestead and Loan Assoc
A mortgage by Thomas Payne and wife and Charles Payne to Wilmington Homestead and Loan Association triggers a public auction at the New Hanover County Court House on Monday August 18 1917 at noon. The sale covers a parcel on Sixth Street Bladen street area described as 33 by 165 feet with a specified boundary. Attested by John D Bellamy & Son attorneys on July 13 1917.
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Thomas Payne
Charles Payne
Wilmington
Sixth Street
Bladen Street
Wilmington Homestead and Loan Association
John D. Bellamy & Son
Freight and Local Train Schedule Hints Center Lumina
Freight and local trains shown with times for Wilmington Ly Beng Center Beach and Lumina. Depot hours are daily with Sunday closure, and a telephone contact provided. Local trains stop at all stations on request at stated times.
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Wilmington
Beng
Freight trains service Wilmington Beach route schedule
Freight train timetable shows Wilmington to Lumina service operating during heavy travel on Sundays and other peak periods. Express trains stop only at the Beach area and four streets plus all Beach stations.
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Wilmington
Beach
Expres
Wylmington
Lumina
9Th Streets
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