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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1918

Page

3

The Public Be Damned at Grand Theatre Tonight

A dramatic clash between small farmers and food trusts drives this Select Pictures release. Charles Richman and Mary Fuller star as a resourceful woman and her husband fight powerful men to secure relief, in a gripping production opening today at the Grand.

Herbert C. Hoover United States Commission For Reset Belgium Food Trust United States Senate Charles Richman Mary Fuller Select Pictures Corporation

Royal vaudeville at Royal Theatre features Armstrong’s Trip to Honolulu

Armstrong returns with the Night in Honolulu Company after last season’s Garden of Mirth. The show includes Karl Armstrong, Al Barlow, Vera Stanley, Bertha McCoste, and a polished chorus. Opening bill is A Trip Honolulu with elaborate scenery and high class appeal.

Armstrong Mr. Armstrong Honolulu Keith Villas Karl Armstrong Blacklee Royal Theatre Jason al Barlow Vera Stanley Bertha McCoste

British Tanks Shine In War Effort And Britain Holds Many

The article exalts the land battleship tank as a decisive force for the Tommies, noting its real combat role over trenches and barbed wire. It recalls the tank commander’s bold actions, Britain's push for volunteers, and the uncertain counts of ready tanks amid censorship.

American Troops Readying for Major German Offensive

The report notes dense enemy forces risking impaired lines of communication and reduced maneuverability. American units in France report five trench points, first unassisted assault against German positions, March 11 raid penetrating 309 yards, and Lorraine raids with French detachments across 600 yard fronts. Sniping activity has risen with better weather.

France Lorraine

George W. Trask Denies Backing by Any Interests

In a statement to voters Trask asserts he is not the tool of any man or group and pledges to act for the county’s best interests if elected County Commissioner. He notes false reports circulated about his affiliations and emphasizes independence and commitment to the right.

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War Summary Highlights Front Activities and Movements

The week saw heavy fighting on the Western front from the North Sea to the Aisne amid frequent bombardments. German air raids hit London and Paris while Allied air forces targeted Rhine industrial centers. Odessa fell in the Eastern theatre, with economic implications for the foe. German troops arrived in Abo and Aland Islands as Finland remains in combat, and Palestine reports British lines advancing 18 miles north of Jerusalem.

Toul Wiss France North Sea Aisne London Paris Rhine Germany Lake of Garda Verona Brescia Odessa Finland Abo Aland Islands Palestine Jerusalem

Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound Promises Dark Hair

An old home remedy advertises Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound as a method to restore natural hair color. The ad claims the product darkens gray hair naturally and evenly with repeated use, available at drugstores for a small price, with no disease cure intended.

Wyeth Wryeth

Pimples Cleared By Rad Salts Drink, Says Ad

An advertisement claims pimples arise from bowel toxins and that four ounces of Rad Salts taken with hot water each morning for a week will prevent toxin formation, stimulate kidneys to filter blood, and clear the skin. Jad Salts is described as inexpensive and harmless, made from citric acid and lemon juice with lithia.

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