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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1918
Page
4
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A Surry County commissioner faces backlash over unpatriotic statements as war news from Europe dominates headlines. Dispatches hint at pause in Western Front fighting and indicate a forthcoming conference between the two emperors, while readers demand transparency from public discussions.
The note suggests the last peace move by Austria was the Sixtus, with a proposed next step possibly named Septimus. The wording hints at a sequence of diplomatic initiatives but provides no concrete events, dates, or participants.
The quarterly report on government operation of railways shows weaker performance for the first three months compared with the same period last year, highlighting a disappointing start.
Berlin reports state war officials do not see Yores as important enough to attempt seizing. The piece also references a fable about the fox and the grapes to illustrate perspective.
A Durham Sun quip notes musicians excel at typing with care and accuracy and asks if bass drum players count among such fellows as a humorous aside about keyboard precision.
The chaotic Russian scene features Red and White Guards Bolshevik Soviet and German forces fighting. Outsiders find it hard to track who controls which areas and what each faction seeks in the ongoing conflict.
An Asheville Times editorial surveys the city’s future focusing on progress and vision in space and science. It recalls a European ruler who sought a sunlit throne as a cautionary parallel to ambitions that may drift from reality.
Residents who saw the skyborne meteor reported letters traced on its surface saying German. The army ordnance denial and handwriting experts offer no translation, leaving the mysterious celestial inscription unexplained by local witnesses.
Town officials report a late night approach to Rob McDuffie by a stranger who offered $5 to show the way to the reservoir. The incident prompted unease, with speculation about the stranger’s intentions and possible intoxication.
An editorial plea urges voters to support the city’s school tax and bond issue, arguing neglect harms both bodies and minds. It warns that denying funds risks lifelong illiteracy and cognitive stunting, comparing rushed budget cuts to moral failure before God.
The article notes a sharp rise in third issue subscriptions with twelve million by now, up from four and a half and less than nine million for prior rounds. Officials praise widespread participation, viewing it as strong patriotic support for war preparation and government needs.
Citizens are warned that the liberty bond issue drive will end in hours and that every buyer must have their name on the list before the books close.
Prince Henry of Prussia, brother of the Kaiser and German naval commander, was in command roles tied to the navy during the Zeebrugge raid period. His exact location at the moment of the raid is described in contemporary reports as active within naval operations and oversight rather than stationed at a fixed land base.
Observers report a turning tide on the western front with General Foch praised over Von Hindenburg. Allies avoid costly battles while advancing at key points, contrasting German methods that prioritize ground at high human cost. Public mood stays hopeful amid shifting positions and ongoing offensive pressure.
The Wall Street Journal notes a 200 ton mobile gun designed to fire a shell 114 miles. It enables coast defense or shipboard use and can be moved despite its size. Nine others are under construction for future deployment.
The Charlotte Observer reports Speaker Clark will not accept the governor of Missouri's tender to fill Senator Stone's seat. The paper suggests a struggle between duty to party and country versus personal political advancement, concluding duty likely guided the decision.
The Fayetteville Observer recalls a Shakespeare line about a king trading his kingdom for a horse and joking that if battle heat rises in France Kaiser Wilhelm might trade his realm for a Ford.
In a dramatic turn both Senator Smith and Senator Hardwick pressed their case against the Overman bill, then cast votes in its favor. Each cites political self preservation as the motive, defending their actions as necessary despite the temper of the moment.
The Pope plans a new proposal and offers mediation on Whitsunday. Berlin reportedly sympathetic while fears of German shelling of Paris churches during the reading are noted.
Experts from the department of science report the blackberry crop reasonably safe this season. Growers can take renewed hope as the berries reach markets, though sugar for sweetening remains an ongoing issue.
The Greensboro News notes a strong expectation of heavy casualties for German forces once the current offensive operation concludes.
The county Republican executive committee met here Tuesday and released nothing for publication. One member described the session as “working on the quiet.”
Mr John Crawford of Philadelphia has closed a purchase for 1878 acres of land near Durham in Chatham County. He plans a large stock raising establishment on the farm. The land includes portions of many old estates.
Mr. James H. Webb of Route 1 Hamlet notes 6000 peach trees from spring on the Florida Carolina Fruit Co site are thriving. He says 33 of 65 acres in the watermelon patch are ready for planting though seed delivery was delayed and 60 pounds were ordered for planting. T 8 Evans Seaboard Air Line E P Pearce Ideal Farm and Webb oversee watermelons and peas near Hamlet.
One of 21 men who left yesterday for Camp Jackson is Sylvester Ratliff of Morven township. He bought a liberty bond before leaving with his surplus, left his farm in charge of T. V. Ratliff, and said he will fight Germans while bullets last, then strike with his gun.
Thomas Wolfe director of construction for the Knights of Columbus war activities announced a third building will be erected at Camp Greene. Wolfe toured the camp with Warren V. Hall supervisor of southeastern camps Chaplain Bethel and several camp secretaries and arranged changes to existing structures.
Lieut. Gen. Sir Bryan T. Mahon, aged 55, rising commander of British forces in Ireland, has a lengthy service history since 1883. He led the Lucknow division at the outbreak of the present war, commanded troops in the Balkan campaign, and gained fame in the Mafeking relief expedition during the South African war. He also served in India and Egypt, taking part in the Dongola expedition of 1896 and later becoming military governor of Kordofan after Khartoum and Kordofan expeditions.
A chronology of notable deaths dated 1818 1843 1868 and 1893. Edwin De Leon born in Columbia South Carolina died in New York December 1 1891. James P Preston 1774 1843 governor of Virginia died in Smith Ness Ne. Marianne Ripley 1868 Brook Farm scholar died in Milwaukee. William Lawrence chosen Episcopal bishop of Massachusetts in 1893.
One year ago today in war events include the House passing a modified espionage bill. A squadron of U S destroyers reached Queenstown to begin patrols in British waters. French forces took several miles of German positions northwest of Rheims as battles continued.
A. Mitchell Palmer born Moosehead Pennsylvania 46 years ago today. Frederick B. Lynch born Madison Wisconsin 52. Walt Mason born Columbus Ontario 56. Harold Bell Wright born Rome New York 46. Judge George Gray born New Castle Delaware 78. John Tobin born St. Louis Missouri 25.
The Rotary Club adopts a resolution expressing support for the Rand School bond measure while not committing to a campaign against the issue. The letter requests publication to inform voters that the club backs the Board of Education in future actions when conditions stabilize.
At Thursday’s meeting the Rotary Club approved by about 800 percent of those present a resolution endorsing a 100 cent levy on the 1.00 valuation for teachers salaries. It also proposes a bond issue of 250 000 for seasons assigned and supports free minority expression and majority support for the Board of Education as appropriate.
Chicago journalist Oney Fred Sweet, who held 125 jobs in three years, will tell his varied industrial career on the Redpath Chautauqua platform. He describes roles from beggar to steeple-jack to Pullman porter and circus clown, offering humor and insight into actual industrial conditions.
President Wilson argues American farmers are most efficient by the man test rather than the acre measure. He says they produce less per acre but much more per man, asserting the man test is superior.
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