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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1917
Page
2
Mary Miles Minter stars in The Innocence of Lizette a five reel photoplay at the Grand billed as the biggest yet in the Minter series. The charming actress carries the plot a thin romance with thrills and delightful personality sure to draw packed houses.
The program will feature fresh specialties and singing and dancing acts. Johnny Matthis and Jimmy Stanton will perform in funnier roles, while Miss Louise Whitmore returns as prima donna with a new singing specialty.
A Friendship Fiesta in San Diego marks a push to strengthen U S Mexico ties through conferences and social events. Governor Esteban Cantu of Lower California arrives with military staff and the Twenty-Third Mexican Infantry Band as California and San Diego serve as hosts. Other regional governors and city mayors attend.
The current French tricolor flag traces its origin to the French Revolution era, reflecting the period's revolutionary ideals and political changes.
Federal Judge Morton ordered the steamship Kronprinzessin Cecilie returned to her owners but ordered immediate steps to keep her in federal custody. The ruling follows the Supreme Court mandate limiting damages to National City Bank and Guaranty Trust from New York in a wartime gold shipment dispute. The ship had halted at Bar Harbor after failing to deliver bullion to Europe and faced potential seizure as an enemy craft.
General Wood to establish 16 divisional National Guard camps with tents and admin buildings across the South. Drafted guards from the East slated for July 15 arrival in the Southeastern department, followed by central division on July 25. Approved sites include Anniston Alabama Montgomery Alabama Greenville South Carolina Spartanburg South Carolina Augusta Georgia and Macon Georgia.
Newport R I June 22 Mayor Clark Burlick issued a statement defending local authorities. He says sensational charges about Newport enlisted men are unfounded and notes the city helped house thousands of sailors with Red Cross support. He adds licensed dealers have abided by the law and that efforts continue to suppress the so called battle gang.
Columbus Ohio June 22 Ohio women prepare to enter a wider war service field with a state convention. Prominent women from across the state attend as H Anna Quinby Columbus attorney and president of the Ohio Business Women's League presides.
The Kronprinzessin Cecilie, a North German Lloyd liner held in Boston since early in the war, was seized by U S customs for the Shipping Board and will be prepared for sea. Court suit for damages by two New York banks had paused her status, with experts estimating about 110000 dollars needed for repair and readiness.
Warsaw reporter recalls a 14 year old colored boy named Hill being badly injured when a dynamite cap exploded at Bowden on Tuesday. He struck what he thought was a feather trap with a hammer. the blast hit his thigh chest and face. Ed Callahan knew nothing of the dynamite on his property. Dr. Crocker treated the boy who has a fair chance of recovery unless complications arise.
A dispatch reports financial circles say Dr. Hoffmann is director or president of several entities tied to large German banks. It is alleged these firms warned him their future would be gravely jeopardized if peace is not signed soon.
Wilmington Shoe Company advertises a closing out sale offering all summer goods at about cost with emphasis on bargain prices.
Authorities move to repair the ship Cecilie after damage caused by the crew under orders from the commander. Investigations focus on command decisions and accountability for the incident.
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