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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1917
Page
5
A Wilmington Dispatch column mixes humor and commentary on world events. It cites King Constantine, Wilson, Hindenburg, and German politics while lampooning political stances and wartime rhetoric. It weaves jokes about prohibition and odd notes on current affairs.
In a concise reflection the text notes how newspapers spread Liberty Bond propaganda and wonders how taxation could have silenced many papers, depriving citizens of timely information and the nation's messaging during the era.
The article advocates locating a National Guard camp in the south, arguing Wilmington should receive one due to its climate health record and rail access. It notes ten camps will be established nationwide and stresses southern suitability over the harsher northern climate.
A mass meeting at the Academy of Music last night urged saving perishable food and reducing waste to bridge harvest gaps and strengthen New Hanover county and the nation. Officials stressed economy and constancy to sustain morale and spiritual resolve during wartime.
Indications suggest the two billion war loan will be floated and over subscribed. A fully subscribed loan signals unity and strong American support, while under subscribing would show hesitation and division. The emphasis is on patriotism and readiness to back the war effort.
The article argues Wilmington should receive a portion of wooden shipbuilding development. It notes two wooden ships under construction at the port as proof of feasibility and cites Savannah as a competitor for capital investment. It urges local effort to attract government shipbuilding funds and expand industry for regional benefit.
The United States tests its war plans before risking full weight by sending stores to Europe and placing leaders like General Pershing on site. His practical combat experience informs Allied strategy and boosts American troops’ readiness for the front.
The North Carolina Motion Picture Exhibitors League chose a monthly Red Cross benefit day. The theater will not advertise a shared take. instead all receipts from the benefit show go to the Red Cross and the theater bears the show costs.
The Bijou presents Chapter VI of The Railroad Raiders starring Helen Holmes in dazzling stunts such as flipping cars on trains and fording icy rivers. Director John P. McGowan appears as Desmond seeking to squeeze stockholders. Also shows two big Pathe comedies with Harry Myers and Rosemary Theby.
Charlotte Walker headlining the all star cast in Sloth the fourth feature in the Seven Deadly Sins presented at the Grand today. Sloth moved up from sixth position due to its timely story and dramatic appeal for cinema audiences.
A. D. Peoples known as Pat leaves The Sun in Durham to run a new press in Wilmington. The Durham newsroom mourns as Betsy the flat bed press, a longtime companion, seems to sob with his departure and laments his absence.
The Raleigh News and Observer reports that St Peter, Julius Caesar, and George Washington have enlisted for Uncle Sam. It adds Woodrow Wilson registered for army service in Wilmington, noting two Woodrow Wilsons from Wilmington and implying only one is needed for the Kaiser’s benefit.
A discussion notes that a small fraction of papers violate censorship rules and argues a government committee should publish the names. The author claims publicity would aid the cause and that the ninety nine percent would welcome the transparency.
A fragment hints at a remarkable claim about Kaiser achieving stellar status. While phrased as a challenge, the tone suggests belief in notable progress and potential success despite obstacles.
A concise morning routine describes five hours of drill followed by regular meals and a serene, distraction free day. It emphasizes no mental strain, no late nights, and no indulgence to maintain steadiness and health.
The piece showcases Miss Walker in three episodes spanning over a hundred years with varied roles. Supported by Shirley Mason George Le Guere Helen Strickland Hattie Delaro Grace Williams and Jack Meredith, the production promises strong makeup and character work. Grand presents Sloth as today’s attraction.
Lord Derby told the House of Lords that no soldiers were killed or wounded in Wednesday's London air raid. He argued the attack primarily harmed civilians and held no value from the German military perspective.
Major General John J. Pershing reaches France and is greeted by British leaders at the port. Field Marshal Haig participates in welcoming the American commander as he joins allied war councils and observes British transport and supply operations to study overseas force coordination.
Entente forces landed at Piraeus in orderly fashion and Greek officials aided by a supervisor to facilitate housing for disembarked troops. Additional landings north aim to protect Thessaly crops while French cavalry occupy Larissa, a关键 railroad town northwest of Athens.
An old advertisement touts minerals like magnesium potassium calcium sodium and sulfur to rebuild energy digestion and nerves. It claims a non alcoholic natural tonic named Acid Iron Min produced by Ferrodine Corp Hommoke Va and marketed by druggists with a deposit and sample offer.
An Associated press item reports a special rate offering to sailors nurses and national forces for telegraph cables to Paris at 3.72 dollars with reduced charges for service. The notice notes social reasons and applies to members of the force with lower payments.
Special to The Ii. from Warsaw June 15 reports Carroll, chief clerk, leads a Rocky Mountain postal service committee to sell Liberty bonds. Postal clerks on many lines respond, with subscribers rising as local effort yields strong support for the drive.
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