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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1918

Page

4

American troops to command in England under General Biddle

General John Biddle to command all American troops in England with two aides as Major General Peyton C. March appoints five new general officers as assistants. General Hartlett has led in England during training with British forces while assignments for General Bartlett remain unclear. The War Department weighs a plan for joint training with the British and French armies before Pershing’s forces join the front.

Washington John Biddle Peyton C. March England Biddle Bliss Europe Supreme War Council General March William Graves Bartlett War Department Flanders Pershing

Reed Demands Hoover Accounting On Food Admin Funds

Senator Reed of Missouri renewed attacks on Herbert Hoover in the Senate on March 13, charging gross extravagance in the Food Administration. He urged stripping the $1,750,000 appropriation for the food and fuel departments from the urgent deficiency bill.

Washington Food Administration Senate Reed of Missour Hoover Missouri Food and Fuel Departments

American Steamer Fought U-Boat at Sea

A French port reported an American steamship, once a German vessel, arriving with its bridge smashed and a shell hole in a smokestack after a submarine attack. The ship defended itself, cam sights ready, while a storm caused cargo to shift. The vessel reached port with great difficulty.

Red Guard Threat Grows in Hels ingfors Unrest

A Tidningen dispatch from Vasa Finland reports Red Guard contingents in Helsingfors intensifying their actions. They pursue a deliberate campaign targeting intellectuals and clergy along with landed proprietors and have killed nearly all the agricultural committee members.

Stockholm Red Guard Helsingfors Tidningen Vasa Finland

Russian government moves east if German advance continues

Washington reports the Russian revolutionary government plans to relocate from Moscow to a farther eastern city if German armies advance in Russia. A March 8 message from Consul Somers in Moscow said the government was expected there next day and could move. a cable from Ambassador Frank at Vologda suggested no embassy staff departure.

Washington Moscow Russia State Department Somers Abe Frank 8 Vologda

Japan undecided on troops to Siberia amid UK and Russia debate

March 9 dispatches from Shanghai quote Premier Terauchi in the House of Representatives saying Japan has not yet decided on dispatching troops to Siberia. Foreign Minister Minoto says no requests from allies have been received. Opposition warns troop presence could push Russia toward Germany. Government vows utmost care.

London Japan Siberia Terauchi House of Representatives Reuter Shanghai Seberia Russia Germany

New York Letter Mentions Pepys Style Observations

Samuel Pepys tone recall colors a hectic New York day. The writer notes actors Hackett and Hatteras nearby and mentions Fav ersham in The Squaw Man. He describes art by Van Veen, a chaotic street scene, and a Chu Chin Chow ball at the Motel des Artistes with notable attendees.

C. ©. McIntyre The Dispatch New York Samuel Pepys Richard Hatteras Faversham James K. Hackett Larry Morley Buffalo Mr. van Veen France America Fountainleau Motel Des Artistes Howard Chandler Chris Morris Cest Prince Princess Releborates

Broadway’s bright revival lights up world famous thoroughfare

Broadway regains its radiant status as history romance and vaudeville charm parallel the return of bustling activity. On Thursdays and Sundays alone darkness lingers for now while otherwise shops interiors and signs glow, and even roof fireworks and hot drink boilers share in the luminous advertising revival.

Broadway G W. W

Lauder to Arrive in Saskatoon for Sunday Show

The clipping notes Harry Lauder the comedian will spend Sunday in Saskatoon Canada, with a witty quip that that is all he will spend.

Harry Lauder Saskatoon Canada Harry

New York Commuters Rift Highlights Taxi Time and Theaters

A New Yorker, who has commuted 16 years, notes a year spent on trains and a hotel move near his office. He reports doubling his salary in two weeks and points to about 200 Philadelphians with Gotham offices. A second rebel commuter claims he never visited a New York theater in 20 years, underscoring odd tastes in commuting life.

New York Philadelphia Gotham

Boy Freddie Greenberg Injured Near Home

Freddie Greenberg aged about 12 to 14 broke his right wrist yesterday afternoon while playing near his home at 615 South Second Street. He is the grandson of Capt. George W. Smith, the day desk sergeant at the police station. Dr. S N Moore treated the fracture and Freddie will miss some school days.

Freddie Greenberg South Second Street George W. Smith SN Moore Freddie Schryl Sgme

My Soldier Girl at Academy of Music Offers Big Musical

The stage success My Soldier Girl a military flavored musical comedy shows at the Academy of Music with Leona Slater Gudrun Walberg Charles George and others in a large cast. A battlefield scene Somewhere in France and new dance ensembles promise lively entertainment with songs like My Soldier Girl Naughty Come On and Baby Me Prices 50c to 1 matinee and 50c to 1.50 night Seats available at Elvington's Drug Store.

Soldier Girl Academy of Music Leona Slater Gudrun Walberg Charles George Leslie Jones James Baker William Moore Fred Daye France Elvington’s

Grand's Big Offering Promises Spectacle at the Grand

Norma Talmadge stars in Cynthia Stockley's Poppy to headline Friday and Saturday showings at the Grand with regular prices. Emmett Dalton lectures at the Bijou today and tomorrow, while Dalton's Beyond the Law, about the Dalton brothers, will appear in Wide World magazine's February issue.

Norma Talmadse Cynthia Stockley Poppy Dalton Woodrow - Wilson

Poppy Destin Inspires Silent Film Craft

The romance of the wild fresh individuality of Poppy Destin influenced Norma Talmadge and guided director Edward Jose during filming. As production progressed the ensemble’s fascination grew, making Poppy a living, breathing figure rather than mere fiction.

Poppy Destin Norma Talmadge Edward Jose

Jilted Janet at the Grand drama with Miss Fischer

Miss Margarita Fischer stars in the American Mutual drama Jilted Janet at the Grand tomorrow. Janet, a quick witted beauty, is spurned by her fiancé amid financial reverses and schemes to outwit Ernest Morgan. Cast includes Jack Mower Edward Peil and Colda Madden.

Margarita Fischer Janet California Ernest Morgan Jules Graham Morgan Graham Jack Mower Edward Peil Colda Madden

Dalton brothers as marshal fatality and reflections

Excerpt recalls the Dalton brothers as U S marshals in Kansas one killed in line of duty. Emmett recalls their violent past and remorse for taking action when marshals failed to fulfill duties. The ex bandit, aged 46, now an actor lecturer, praises calm paths but avoids discussing their early life.

Dalton Dalton Brothers United States Kansas Emnett Daltons

No Decision on Aid to New Haven Railroad

Washington reports that the railroad administration denied offers to guarantee $45,000,000 of obligations for the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad. John Skelton Williams said no decision had been made on government aid, though the matter is under consideration.

Washington Railroad Administration New York New Haven and Hartmere John Skelton Williams

State College closes a great basketball season

Special to The Dispatch from West Raleigh on March 13 reports State College’s basketball team, led by Captain Lewis, capturing the State championship. The squad lost only two of 14 games, with both losses by narrow margins.

State College Dispatch West Raleigh Lewis

Techs Take Two From Methodists In Close Football Swing

In a year end stretch the Techs split a two game series with Virginia Methodist and lost a game to Trinity. After the final match Mr. F D Cline, class of 1919, was elected captain for next year. Monograms awarded to F Lewis F D Clive F E Ducey B L Homewood J H Ripple W E Leeper and J G Ricks, manager.

J. H. Ripple W. E. Leeper J. G. Ricks

Cure Catarrh by Blood Remedy S S S

Advertises S. S. S. as a blood remedy to treat catarrh by cleansing the blood rather than local applications. Claims sprays and douches fail. promises guidance from a head physician in Atlanta, Georgia, with free return mail instructions.

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