Russia warned Americans vow aid to resist German invasion
In a statement from the American embassy at Vologda, Ambassador David Francis pledges U.S. support to any Russian government resisting German invasion. He says Russia could become a German province if it submits, urging Russians to unite across politics to secure peace in 1918. The envoy condemns loss of liberty and territory.
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Rus
David Strancis
Vologda
Russia
United States
Germany
America
Arrangements for Liberty Loan Talk by Captain Vickers
Mr. A K Farris of the Treasury meets with Fred W Dick to plan Monday night address by Captain Leslie Vickers as part of the third Liberty Loan drive in the city. Vickers will speak at the Academy of Music Sunday afternoon with no admission or contributions requested. He departs for Charleston tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. K. Farris
Treasury Department
Fred W. Dick
Liberty Loan Committee
Leslie Vickers
Liberty, Loan
Charleston
Parris
Captain Vickers
Daid v Fallon
Academy of Music
Soldiers and Comfort Kits Mention Allen's Foot-Ease
The Plattsburg Manual urges trainees to shake Allen's Foot-Ease into shoes each morning to reduce friction and relieve bunions corns and tender feet. Allen's Foot-Ease has been a standard remedy for over 25 years and is recommended for soldiers, sailors, and camps.
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Allen
Dodging a Million at Grand Theatre Monday and Tuesday
Mabel Normand stars in Dodging a Million as Ara bella Flynn a dress model in a fashion shop. The comedy follows her attempts to cover her figure with camouflage before revealing her true self.
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Muuch
Mabel Normand
Goldwyn
Grand Theatre
Moselay
Miss Normand
Arabella Flynn
Normand
Eltinge Explains Stage Exit For Morning Work
Julian Eltinge, famed feminine impersonator, explains leaving the stage for early morning work. He cites health, improved complexion, and liking the morning hours as reasons. The Clever Mrs Carfax plays at the Grand Theatre tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julian Eltinge
Mr. Eltinge
Paramount
Mrs. Carfax
Dr. Wells Returns to City
Rev Dr J M Wells pastor of the First Presbyterian church returns home tomorrow after weeks away on business for the General Assembly of the Southern Presbyterian church of which he is moderator He will fill his pulpit at both the morning and evening services Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells
City
J. M. Wells
First Presbyterian Church
General Assembly
Southern Presbyterian Church
Cubs pennant season sparks print interview law note
A tongue in cheek claim suggests that if the Chicago Cubs win the pennant this year printing an interview with Larry Doyle would violate the law. The remark links Doyle with the season and frames a media ban as a humorous obstacle for reporters.
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Cubs
Larry Doyle
The Bard of the Bar Room Floor Survives a Taxi Strike
A veteran Ohio reporter and famed bard Hugh D Arcy was struck by a taxi on Broadway and carried to the Green Room Club where he recovered without hospital care. He celebrated his seventy fifth birthday leaving with a life club membership a gold purse and a watch.
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Ohio
Hugh D'Arcy
Charlie Chaplin
D'Arcy
Broadway
D’arcy
Green Room Club
Dempsey Knockout Compare Outshines California Opponent
The Portsmouth KO act shows a different Dempsey from the California fighter known by the same name. The local bout suggests the New Hampshire performance lacks the same impact as the rival slugger.
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Jack Dempsey
Portsmouth
N. H
California
Corduroy Costume for Warm Palm Beach Weather
A fashion note suggests corduroy as a comfortable cool option for Palm Beach style. It argues whites are not mandatory and lightweight corduroy suits the midsummer warmth.
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Palm Beach
Compensation Bill Vetoed by Davis in Virginia
Governor Westmoreland Davis vetoed the Workmen's Compensation bill in Richmond reporting that the General Assembly declined his demand for an administering commission of state officers ex officio. He vowed the veto aligns with his pledge against creating new offices and salaried officials.
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Richmond
Westmoreland Davis
General Assembly
Casualty List Shows 37 Names Including Wounded Officer
Washington reports 37 names on today's casualty list. First Lieutenant Frerick C. Klakring is the only officer shown, wounded slightly. The list also records three men killed in action, two died of wounds, two died in accidents, eight died of disease, five severely wounded, and seventeen wounded in total.
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Washington
Frerick C. Klakring
Lecture at Hemenway on Instincts of Childhood
Ottis B. Hinnant City Boys Work Secretary will lecture at Hemenway school tomorrow at 4 o clock. The talk titled Instincts of Childhood invites patrons and friends of the school to attend.
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Hemenway
Ottis B. Hinnant
City Boys Work
Hemenway School
Public appeal for continued support in register of deeds race
A brief message from a candidate thanking supporters for backing the Register of Deeds bid and requesting continued backing in the second primary to help secure election. The note is signed respectfully.
Primary Victory Appreciation Note
A recipient expresses gratitude for support in the primary race and pledges to honor the voters confidence with diligent action and commitment to the public interest.
Parisian Sage Hair Saver Promises Quick Relief
Advertises Parisian sage as a guaranteed remedy for hair loss dandruff and itchy scalps. Claims rapid new growth banishing dandruff and promises refund if not satisfied with easy to use perfumed formula supplied by R. R. Bellamy. Thousands testify to results including restored hair and cleaner scalp.
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Herolin Medicine CO
Atlanta
R. R. Bellamy
Wyeth Sage and Sulphur Compound for Darker Hair
Revival home remedy claims to darken gray hair using sage and sulphur, sold as Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound. Advertisement notes easy application on small strands, promising natural, even darkening and glossy, luxurious results with a money back guarantee from R. R. Bellamy.
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Wyeth
R. R. Bellamy
Notice of Absolute Divorce Suit in New Hanover Court
Randolph Williamson appears as defendant in a Superior Court action for absolute divorce from the bonds of matrimony on grounds of fortification and adultery. He must answer or demur at the April 1918 term in Wilmington, North Carolina, or the plaintiff will seek relief. Issued February 25, 1918 by Clerk W. N. Harris.
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Randolph Williamson
Tice
New Hanover County
Wilmington
North Carolina
W. N. Harris
Andrew Blair, Jr
Superior Court
Said County
Ww. N. Harriss
Foreclosure Sale Notice in Wilmington North Carolina
Notice of foreclosure sale by Peoples Building and Loan Association under a 1916 mortgage to be held March 5, 1918 at noon in the New Hanover County courthouse Wilmington. Property described as Lots 5 and 6 in block 64 on Queen Street Third Street area bounded by Third and Queen streets. Dated February 1918 and posted by attorney Wodus Kellum.
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E. T. Mason
Office of Register of Deeds
New Hanover County
Wilmington
Ry Eeenston
Third and
Queen Streets
Queen Street
Third Street
North Carolina
Peoples Building and Loan Association
Wodus Kellum
Thurn
North Caroina
Treasury Department
Raleigh
Pine Tar Honey for Coughs and Colds Ad
An advertisement extolling Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey as a remedy for coughs and colds appears alongside a broader feature urging young women to seize opportunities. The piece promotes Q-ban Hair Color Restorer as a non dye cosmetic for restoring natural hair color with claims of safety and easy use.
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Dr.Bell's
Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Claims Pure Purity
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a pure non stimulant kidney liver and bladder remedy. It promises tested purity with every bottle and offers a sample for ten cents by mail from Dr Kilmer Co. in Binghamton New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Wilmington Daily Dispatch
Sale of City Property In Wilmington At Public Auction
Commissioner J A McNorton will sell at public auction for cash at Wilmington court house door at noon on Monday April 1 1918 the described parcel in Lot 3 Block 321 city plan of Wilmington New Hanover County North Carolina The sale is under a 1917 decree in a case involving New Hanover County as plaintiff and James B Elkins Louisa Elkins and Paul Caase as defendants. The property lies on Third Street near Davis and Parsley Streets and Aubrey Alley.
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Superior Court
New Hanover County
Newnover County
North Carolina
James B. Elkins
Louisa Elkins
Paul Caase
Court House
Wilmington
County of
New Hanover
Third Street
Davis and
Parsley
Third
Davis
Davis Street
Parsley Street
J. A. McNorton
Notice of Samuel Harriss in Bristow Harriss heirs case
Samuel Harriss is summoned as heir in the Bristow Harriss foreclosure dispute. The North Queen Street lot in Wilmington is subject to sale and the court will confirm or adjust the sale to P. F. B. Price for 455 dollars unless Samuel Harriss shows cause at the February 27, 1918 clerk’s office.
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Thomas Harriss
John J. Furlong
Queen Street
Second
Third Streets
Wilmington
N. C
Bristow Harriss
Samuel Harriss
Court House
N. Harriss
Superior Court
New Hanover County
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Paramount Pictures Present
Mrs. Fairfax
J. Felton Head
Blair
State OF North Carolina
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Sullivan, King of Shoemakers
Front Street
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Legwin Printing Company
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