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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1918
Page
3
On the night of the major battle scene in For the Freedom of the World Ira M. Lowry presented a wartime spectacle. A heavy rainstorm began at sunset and lasted about two hours soaking thousands of soldiers and officers who were forced to modify plans to avoid exposure in wet uniforms.
The Grand Theatre presents For the Freedom of the World on Monday and Tuesday a dramatic spectacle about the American Legion of the Canadian Army. The film, written by Captain Edwin Bower Heer, portrays trench conditions in Flanders and the front line experience with dramatic realism.
Miss Edna Goodrich appears in Queen X a Mutual super production showing a female heroine captured by drug smugglers and United States officers pursuing the gang. Queen X ends with her marrying the rescuer as the plot reaches a climactic confrontation. The Grand plays host to the one day only engagement.
The Durham Morning Herald praises the United Southern Stock Company for opening with The Eternal Magdalene at the Academy of Music. Worthy stars Masbe Paige and Edouard D’Qire earn high praise for their performances, with the company lauded as a remarkable assemblage. The troupe follows with Under Cover, drawing large, pleased crowds and strong reactions. The Royal Theatre schedule includes Julia Arthur’s The Eternal Magdalene as the opening attraction, with reserved seat pricing listed and Astey arranging proceeds.
Charleston South Carolina March 26 two riveters were killed and nine injured when a gas tank exploded in the forehold of a merchant steamer undergoing repairs. The dead are R H Hawley and a negro. Injured include five whites and four negroes. The tank had been installed yesterday morning and the cause is not yet known.
In Mullins D C on Sunday night two intoxicated African Americans cursed and threatened John Nesbitt at his store. When asked to leave Barney Bradley grew insolent and Nesbitt fired three shots injuring a man below the knee and a flesh wound to the other foot. No arrests were made.
Columbia S C March 27 effective March 24 the name of the Southern yards at Royster has been changed to Andrews yards in memory of the late Col A B Andrews of Raleigh NC who was vice president of the Southern Railway from its organization until his death in 1915
The motor truck mail delivery between Columbia and Charleston via Orangeburg appears laid aside for now. Postmaster Coleman reports no word from Washington on the department's intent. Bids were expected weeks ago. only two bids from Columbia were received and no announcement followed.
The weekly telegram to Surgeon General Blue from Dr. J. Hayne notes six meningitis cases in South Carolina in the past week. Locations include Conway Greer Timmonsville Greenville and Ward in Saluda County.
Dorothy Campbell Hurd of Pittsburg and Ronald H. Barlow of Philadelphia won their semifinals in the United North and South Women's Golf Tournament at Pinehurst North Carolina. Hurd defeated Mrs Ralph M Hammer 8 and 7 while Barlow beat Miss Ruth A Dugan 1 up and will contest the championship today.
North Carolina bank resources rose from 120 million to 156 million in 1917 with loans surpassing 100 million. United States bonds holdings jumped to over 5 million, deposits grew to 69 million, and savings deposits reached 26 million. No bank failures occurred and capital stock, surplus, and profits all increased signaling robust banking health amid wartime. Bishop Cheshire’s son James Webb Cheshire wounded in France after hand grenade accident. four killed in the incident. Insurance cases report Frank R. McCrinnon and Richard Vernon sentenced for warehouse fire. Frank and Will Readick confessed burning a dwelling. Bridgeport Tennessee lime plant ready to supply North Carolina farmers with affordable lime.
Berlin reports a semi official statement says German divisions near St Quentin used reinforced tanks including captured British models to shatter British machine gun nests and breach a redoubt near Urvillers. The tanks reportedly returned undamaged and played a leading role in breaking enemy resistance. Tom Ray of St Johns School Danvers Mass works out with the White Sox seeking a regular position.
Washington reports that shipments of any articles to troops in France are forbidden unless requested by the soldier. Major-General March cites space conservation as the reason. The Post Office Department warned relatives to stop unnecessary shipments to reduce transport needs.
Mrs Sallie E Chitwood of Rockymount Virginia writes that Thedford’s Black-Draught has helped her liver and stomach and she uses it for her children as a laxative. The letter notes success for colds, teething, indigestion and related ailments and promotes its long history of use over 70 years. For sale everywhere.
Readers urged to use Jad Salts as a safe, inexpensive kidney cleaner. The ad claims four ounces in water before breakfast for a few days keeps kidneys active, clears urine acidity, and prevents bladder disorders. A local druggist notes strong sales among those seeking early kidney relief.
A seasonal shoe promotion invites customers to try the latest styles now. The ad emphasizes welcome service and a fitting experience, urging shoppers to find a pair that pleases their taste and fits.
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