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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1917
Page
4
The notice lists daily and Sunday subscription options including six months and three months plans with prices, carrier delivery and advance payment terms. It also notes entry of the item as second class at Wilmington NC and discusses China Germany relations and neutrality in context of a Prussian American treaty and German ships in American ports.
The piece notes New Yorkers traditionally chase popular figures for Gotham mayor and cites Ambassador Gerard as a capable, plucky candidate who has previously earned honors in New York. The booster movement is described as prone to fading as interest shifts.
The presence of the National Guard on the border augments Regulars and provides a needed expansion. Training at the border has greatly increased the efficiency of the American army, teaching thousands in army work and hundreds to impart that knowledge to others as drill masters are in greater demand.
President Wilson kept the tariff commission non partisan to honor the act and public spirit. Republicans have limited representation with one Old Guard member, while Democrats and Progressives secure the rest. Voter shifts in 1912 and the recent November vote show the rising progressive sentiment.
Wilmington plans a grand homecoming for soldiers with a organized procession led by the Confederate warriors and the gallant W. L. I. auto escorts. Drum corps, band, cheering crowds, and storefronts displaying colors will create a festive pageant.
Wilmingtonians and Tar Heels are urged to obtain the limited edition of The Prince of Parthia by Thomas Godfrey. The volume, issued by Little, Brown and Company, includes an extended introduction by Archibald Henderson and highlights Godfrey’s Wilmington roots, with North Carolina Colonial Dames handling orders.
Tokyo March 17 Associated Press reports Japan has created a four department commission linked to the Foreign Office Finance Agriculture and Commerce and Communications ministries to study industrial economic and tariff policy during and after the war. It aims to revise customs duties and boost domestic finance and key industries to curb German influence in the Far East with British support.
The eighteenth annual exhibition of the American Society of Miniature Painters under the National Academy of Design opened at the American Fine Arts Galleries in New York. The show runs through April 22 and features original miniatures never before seen in public.
Washington notes that Leland Ossian Howard has spent twenty three years in government service and is famed as the nation’s leading entomologist. He holds the post through various political changes earning four thousand five hundred dollars annually for his expertise. The piece ends with a moral about knowing one’s business.
The article argues that Russia's revolts could boost military efficiency and loyalty if graft is removed, while sparking questions about the aims of new leaders. It notes Berlin's restraint and London's celebration as signaling a possible pro Entente shift despite Germany’s calm posture.
A satirical piece attacks chicken croquettes as low quality scraps passed off as food. It likens them to a mongrel mixture and warns against boiling them, describing the dish as glorified hash lacking real chicken content and dignity.
The City of Wilmington calls a primary for Mayor and council from First, Fourth and Sixth Wards on April 7 1917 with a general municipal election on May 1 1917. New voter registration applies and polling places and registrars are listed with hours and registration periods including the second Saturday before April 17 1917. Officials Thos D Meares City Clerk and Treasurer announced the arrangements.
The North Carolina State Board of Health joins National Negro Health Week observed April 22 to 28. Colored communities will receive free health literature, exhibits, lantern slides, and lectures to curb high death and illness rates. Data show southern black deaths and illness impose heavy costs, underscoring the push for widespread health observance in spring or summer.
News flash reports German assaults at Verdun halted after night actions at Fort Vaux fail. French forces repulse German attack north of the Aisne. Russians defeat Turks and seize a town about 60 miles west of Erzurum. Austria claims a successful raid on Russian lines in Galicia.
A cablegram from a Russian agency reports Grand Duke Michael may accept the throne only with popular consent. The remark highlights democracy advancing in monarchic Russia, a vivid sign that light is penetrating dark corners and the world grows better as democracy expands.
Boston March 17 girls from Vassar Wellesley and Mount Holyoke prepare for a triangular debate on the Canadian system of compulsory arbitration. Each college will send a home team and an abroad team to argue the topic and showcase forensic training.
A rookie for St. Louis Detroit makes a notable save stopping a high shot, helping secure late game momentum for the team. The goalie and defense coordinated to thwart a continued attack, preserving a narrow lead in the contest.
Benjamin F. Dyer, a Detroit Tigers rookie, vertically snatches a high lobbing ball out of the sky during a training camp session in Waxahachie Texas.
Princess Patricia daughter of the Duke of Connaught former governor general of Canada born 31 years ago today. Rt Rev Edward P Allen Catholic bishop of Mobile born Lowell Mass 64 years ago today. Charles F Brush inventor of the electric arc light born Muddy Ohio 68 years ago today. John H Peyton president and GM of the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis Railway born Howard county Missouri 53 years ago today. William E Chilton former US Senator born Kanawha county West Virginia 59 years ago today. Francis J Heney FTC special counsel born Lima New York 53 years ago today. William C Houston US Representative born Bedford county Tennessee 65 years ago today.
Coast Line Hotel Cafe advertises rooms by day week or month at reasonable rates. Meals available at any hour. Located at 263 North Front Street with phone 208-W.
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