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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1918
Page
5
Disjointed lines reference Billy Sunday in Chicago, Kaiser worries, Smallpox in North Carolina, coal advice, police in tar towns, and critics labeling political figures. The text blends random newspaper clippings with moralizing commentary and stray phrases from various topics.
A caveat appears that if one is to work for a public purpose it should be framed as serving the public good. The statement notes broad applicability and suggests a guiding principle for employment under public interest.
A fragmentary note suggests a Dun campaign tone in South Carolina with Tillman and others expected to run. Unclear candidates include Hoke and Joe Brown as possible entrants.
A Baltimore audience heard Senator Kenyon caution that the war’s chances of victory remain uncertain. The remarks contrasted with a Raleigh alderman’s water purchase controversy and questioned whether former officials should face extra scrutiny in political matters.
North Carolina should accelerate road building, with Senator W B Cooper as a leading advocate. He supported 1915 legislature laws advancing good roads and seeks a complete regional network across both counties for farmers and townspeople alike.
The article states superstition links the fate of the Kaiser to the number 13 and the ominous II and N initials. It cites historical kings tainted by unlucky numerals and notes that William II of Germany, blamed for the war, faces a grim end according to this belief.
A historical editorial cites President Wilson’s four essential peace principles to counter German propaganda. It emphasizes justice as the war’s basis, not treating peoples or lands as chattel, settlements serving affected populations, and satisfying national aspirations without sowing future discord.
A nationwide campaign promotes timely income tax filing before April 1. Four Minute Men address crowds nightly to stress the obligation, with penalties for delays. Singles earning over 1000 dollars and married individuals over 2000 dollars must file, and Uncle Sam demands proper payment while praising patriotic duty.
An editorial emphasizes the need for leaders in Wilmington who act for the public good rather than personal gain. It warns against selfish aims and urges civic responsibility from those in or aspiring to leadership roles.
Residents retain hope for a ship building plant while others warn of likely defeat, reflecting a divided mood in Wilmington during the lobbying efforts.
Changing alignment every few days and courting new crowds won’t improve Wilmington’s chances for securing a shipbuilding plant or any kind of enterprise. The piece argues consistency and steady strategy are essential to attract industry and investment.
An enterprising fertilizer producer announces garden sized packages and plans to deodorize the product. If a deodorizing method and parcel post shipping are devised, it will boost spring gardening efforts.
Press agent chatter about a proposed German drive on the western front has faded. Von Hindenburg’s representative is urged to contact newspaper advertising managers to secure more publicity.
Charlotte Observer reports the Anti-Saloon League has mailed 5000 circulars to anti-saloon leaders outlining approaches for the upcoming Legislature session. The group aims to tighten influence around the Legislature and pressure candidates to take a stand on prohibition by June 1 primary election day.
The New Bern Chamber of Commerce partners with the U S government to recruit farm labor for plowing planting and producing. A Labor Department branch will open in the chamber office with a local representative to match farmers with workers, beginning with relief for current labor shortages.
Rt. Rev George Y Bliss coadjutor bishop of Vermont born Shelburne Vermont 54 years ago today. Joseph S Frelinghuysen U S Senator New Jersey born Raritan New Jersey 49 years ago today. Edgerton Castle English author and playwright born London 60 years ago today. Charles F Gettemy Boston statistician born Chicago 50 years ago today. Harry E Hull U S Congressman Second Iowa district born Belvidere New York 54 years ago today. Ewell A Russell Chicago American pitcher born Albany Mississippi 29 years ago today.
An advertisement urges drinking hot water with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate each morning to flush the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims internal cleansing prevents sour taste headaches indigestion and diseases, comparing the effect to cleansing the skin with soap and water.
Mrs Pattie Bagley of Spartansburg suffered severe burns when her clothing caught fire in her daughter’s bedroom. Doctors say no hope for recovery. she is well known in Greenville and related to Mrs Maggie Darden and Mrs John Hassell.
Col. Hilary A. Herbert born in 1834 in South Carolina moved to Alabama as a youth. He practiced law in Greenville before the Civil War, became a colonel, then served in Congress from 1877 to 1893, and was Secretary of the Navy under President Cleveland. He retired to private life in Washington, D. C.
Notes mark anniversaries and births from past decades. Key figures include Rear Admiral John L. Worden born in New York who led the Monitor in the battle with the Merrimac and died in Washington in 1897, along with Revolutionary veteran Littleton Hunt and other historical figures.
On March 12 1917 President Wilson announced armed guard protection for American merchant ships as war looms. The Russian Duma defied the Tsar and Petrograd largely fell to revolutionists signaling upheaval in Russia.
A South Carolina contractor, J H Evans of Edgewald, endorses Ironized Paw-Paw after relief from nervous indigestion, stomach pain, and liver troubles. He reports better appetite, improved digestion, and energy, recommending the remedy to others and noting it is sold at Elvington's Dependable Drug Store.
Pleasant germ killing antiseptic inhaler marketed as a lifetime device. The Hyomei inhaler uses Australian eucalyptus plus antiseptics to sterilize the nasal and throat membranes, claiming to banish catarrh bronchitis sore throat croup coughs and colds. Sold by R R Bellamy and druggists with complete outfit and optional refills.
The administrator announces the estate of Larry Marable is open for claims by February 25, 1919. Creditors must present claims. debtors should settle immediately. Notice dated February 25, 1918, W. H. Moorhd, Administrator, Woodus Kellum Attorney.
A testimonial letter from a longtime seller praising Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a top kidney medicine. It invites readers to send ten cents for a sample bottle and a booklet, with a prompt to mention The Wilmington Daily Dispatch. Available in regular and larger sizes at drug stores.
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co. swears as senior partner that his Toledo firm will pay $100 for each catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Ad notes internal use, testimonials, and druggist price 75 cents. includes adv for Fall's Family Pills.
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