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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1917
Page
7
A fragmented 1917 editorial rows through U S wartime sentiment. It mocks pacifism and media slogans while invoking Four Minute Men, Hoover, Tillman, and Root. It comments on German submarines, Kaiser's boldness, and hopes for the Russian revolt, ending with a note on the German cold snap.
The piece urges immediate American civilian sacrifice to support the war effort. It argues that victory depends on noncombatants as much as soldiers, calling for action, donations, and personal commitment beyond mere patriotism. It warns of risks if the nation delays and stresses universal duty across all ages.
New York hotels have offered 240 chefs to teach army cooks in cantonments. The article argues chefs should master cooking as both art and business to improve meals, reduce waste, and aid digestion, fostering better-nourished soldiers.
The text notes Russia’s limited willingness to aid Germany by releasing prisoners, hinting at wider Allied and American concerns over isolation. It mentions uncertain Russian behavior and heavy German military production, suggesting fragile leverage amid wartime dynamics and hero narratives.
The article argues that despite German claims America will not influence the war, American troops and naval power already in Europe prove otherwise. It contends Germany will use cajolery or coercion to force German citizens into combat, recognizing it has much to lose and little to gain.
The article recalls that out of 122 volunteers only 14 from the Wilmington Light Infantry failed the physical test. It laments those disappointed to miss front line service while praising the American spirit that values country over individual life and echoes Revolutionary resolve facing the foe.
Congressman Hood advocates an aviation school location in his district near Morehead City. He learned a site of at least 640 acres is required and Wilmington can supply a suitable area. The location would support air training and water operations as part of the program.
Wits and cynics in Berlin forecast Siam will seek loans from the United States as a main war impact. The remark reflects uncertainty about how Siam’s entry would affect Allied and neutral financing dynamics.
A fragment from a history column hints at reviving an old saying about a grey mare and autos. The note suggests pulling the phrase from archives to illustrate a point about progress versus tradition.
iGeidsboro and Raleigh announce Southern Railway ticket sales for multiple regions including Black Mountain Ridge crest North Carolina Lake Junaluska Waynesville and Monteagle Sewanee Nashville Picket details show sale dates from July to August with final limits and extensions possible on payment and ticket deposit. Knights of Pythias colored lodge in St Louis announce sale dates August 17 18 19 with final limit August 29. The Southern serves the South.
Public auction to the highest bidder at the Wilmington Court House door on August 18 1917 at noon for cash. Property described as Sixth Street and Bladen Street parcels in New Hanover County. Sale date and details provided by Wilmington Homestead and Loan Association and attorneys John D Bellamy & Son.
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