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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1918
Page
11
The piece notes voters qualifying for an election and lively sprinting ahead until the 19th. It mentions monkey rum at 15 dollars per quart, a straw hat debut, and assorted local anecdotes about thrift stamps and garden plans. It ends with a Durham man facing a court order over shoes.
The piece covers Southern cooperation in Liberty Loan efforts and local farming advances including oats, tar production, peaches, and land clearing. It notes Atlas Martin clearing 20 acres in a week, and a Greensboro Record take on the dog policy debate contrasting “worthless” dogs with those having homes. It also mentions a Forsyth county murder and a broad critique of broad dog-kill proposals.
Readers oppose the Pershing order to halt publishing the casualty list. The public information committee argues the names of missing and wounded should be released, even without home addresses, to inform the public.
In a continuation of letters from J S Brown, The Dispatch defends its earlier report on W B Cooper and 1915 Senate actions. It rebuts Brown while noting boundary changes, school board elections, and calls for public gardening guidance to readers.
The city will extend the cleanup and garden drive to a fortnight. Officials report progress from trash cart work and visible improvements in city garden spots, noting a longer period is needed to finish the sanitary program and expand gardens.
A speaker warns that after peace Germany will wage a commerce war, rebuilding foreign trade through agents and front companies in Spain Italy Scandinavia and South America. He argues American and Allied action is needed now to curb Germany’s postwar economic offensive before seas open to German ships.
The Charlotte Observer notes editors upset over transport loss by Captain McAdogg did not intend disrespect when they offered no help to McAdoo in advertising the Liberty Loan. The New York Business Publications Association pledges liberal free publicity for the campaign, reflecting newspaper sentiment.
Winston-Salem native Dr Howard Rondthaler has been elected president of the social service conference. He is praised as energetic and efficient, with a track record as former president of the North Carolina Literary and Historical Association, and is expected to advance state service opportunities.
In recorder’s court Hal Crabtree was charged with non support and desertion after his wife accused him of buying her only one pair of shoes in seven years of marriage. Mrs Crabtree testified while Crabtree spoke in his defense. The hearing drew laughter as tales included sanctified preaching and domestic scraps with dish pans cited. Crabtree bonded $50 to appear monthly to show good behavior and ongoing support.
New Bern citizens debate a scheme where local boys collect scrap for thrift stamps. Some praise saving, while others cite stolen machinery and valuable items appearing in junk piles. Parents are urged to verify that junk sold is truly scrap and not stolen property.
Hundreds of hearers crowded the courthouse as Governor Bickett spoke on patriotism in a crowded hall. He urged readiness to sacrifice today for tomorrow, stirring a crowd that overflowed into corridors and drew strong applause from the Kinston audience.
A reader challenges The Dispatch to publish a full public record of W B Cooper including his legislative actions on the 8 percent tax bill and notes collection charges. The letter questions Senate statements, city limits plans, and why Cooper is labeled Senator, urging transparency in reporting.
The annual meeting of Cape Peart's United Commercialmen No 374 elected officers for the ensuing year at their Odd Fellows quarters. New officers include Bir G C McRall Senior Councilor J Lewis King Junior Councilor I C Loftin Past Councilor W C Smith Secretary Treasurer W O Page Chaplain J W Brown Conductor P M Holes Page E B Edwards Sentinel and board directors J H Mallard PL Mills two years and John W Blomme as delegate to the Grand Council in Charlotte. Installation by L H Burnett. Several retiring officers spoke. a normal dinner followed.
Mr. C C Chadbourn will conclude a series of talks on Three Essentials In Map Making at today’s boys meeting in the boys lobby from 5 to 5 45 PM. He is a former association president, well known to members, and his speech is expected to draw many attendees. A featured whistling solo by Miss Elizabeth Otten promises added appeal.
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