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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1917
Page
1
excitement mounts as the Liberty Loan drive nears its close with many communities pledging funds. bankers and volunteers urge nationwide participation to reach the final quota before the noon deadline.
British forces advance east of Messines as German positions collapse along the Lys and Stives rivers. Haig reports continued pressure, with notable gains south of Messines and near Ploegsteert wood as German lines retreat. In Greece the Entente strengthens control after King Constantine’s abdication with troop landings near Athens and Larissa.
President Wilson, addressing Flag Day at the Washington monument grounds, warns that Germany seeks peace by force and dominate Europe and beyond. He cites German aggressions that drew the U.S. into war, and calls for unity as American soldiers sail to battle for a purpose without precedent.
The note outlines multiple Tar Heel locales engaging in late day ceremonies and civic activities as cities push through end of year events. Officials coordinate efforts across several municipalities.
Secretary McAdoo urged tall Americans with means to subscribe to the Liberty Loan as final figures near. Reports show subscriptions reaching 1 843 000 dollars by 1 P M with final totals to be released after noon tomorrow.
Washington officials attribute Tokyo's anger to a garbled note published in Japan. Despite efforts for better ties, both nations fail to agree on China issues. Secretary Lansing clarifies that the dispute stems from a fake New York cable and says the full text has now appeared in a Chinese paper.
The Senate Finance committee reduced the manufacturers tax on athletic goods patent medicines perfumeries and cosmetics from 5 to 2 percent as part of a $9 million further cut in the House War tax bill.
Petrograd reports June 14 that the cabinet will propose a conference with the Allies to study the various treaties among the allied powers. The move aims to coordinate terms and ensure cohesive policy among nations.
A June Brooklyn blaze at the American Sugar Refining refinery destroyed an 11 story building on the waterfront. Two men died and two were dying, with 15 hospitalized and 20 missing, many believed to be employees. The fire followed a condenser explosion and rescue teams found a severed arm among the debris.
Washington June 14 the War Department announced approval of four more national army cantonment sites completing the total sixteen. The sites named are Petersburg Virginia Rockford Illinois Yaphank Long Island South Haven Maryland and Annapolis Junction Maryland.
Washington January 14. Senate leaders in conference closed differences on the administration priority shipment bill delaying passage. An agreement would empower the President to direct military shipments with ICC to set priorities for food and other goods. The compensation clause for carrier injuries was eliminated.
Mrs Mattie Stokes Adams, recently acquitted in Macon Ga of murder, was arraigned in Atlanta municipal court on a plea by her husband H C Adams that she threatened to kill him to gain possession of the children. The case was continued to June 20 and Mrs Adams was released without bond.
The fourth annual convention of the North Carolina Motion Picture Exhibitors League opened at the Oceanic Hotel Wrightsville Beach with delegates from across the state and beyond. Mayor Parker Moore welcomed visitors and outlined the city’s pride in their presence and contribution to Liberty Loan promotions and wartime recruitment.
The text describes a special annual beach visit for picture men with an approved schedule of pleasures and facilities. Mr H B Warner of Lexington spoke for the convention, praising the island beach and the curated attractions, with city and beach officials highlighting points of interest for attendees.
June 14 Athens via London reports former King Constantine abdicating and leaving Greece with his heir Prince Alexander and son. German reactions cite chagrin at headquarters and sympathy to Queen Sophia. Berlin papers doubtful Greece war impact while condemning Venizelos as a tool in Greece's fate.
Washington reports that Mexico plans a heavy crude oil tax after valuing crude at $9.50 a ton in the Panuco fields, a rate about 10 percent ad valorem. The levy would hinder exports from the East Coast oil fields relied on by allied fleets. German agents are alleged to be behind the scheme, prompting U.S. officials to seek Richardson Carranza’s modification of the decree.
Werner Horn, who claimed to be an officer of the German landwehr, was found guilty in federal court of unlawfully transporting dynamite in interstate commerce. He was arrested in February 1915 after an attempted explosion on the international bridge at Vanceboro Maine.
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