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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1917

Page

8

North Carolina summer college opens with 1000 attendees

The North Carolina State College summer school in Raleigh opens June 12 to July 27 with 41 visiting teachers. About 1,000 men and women are expected for the seven week program, which includes full dormitory housing, meals, tuition, and gymnasium access for 31.75 dollars. Distinguished instructors and a lecture lineup highlight the event.

Raleigh N. C North Carolina State College of Agriculture and Engineering National Philanthropy Department Josephus Daniels Charles Alphonso Smith Emilie Watts McVea Sweet Briar College D. H. Hill A. & M. College Raleigh Club Durham Federation T. W. Bickett Lyon G. Tyler William and Mary College Williamsburg Virginia The College Quarterly E. W. Knight North Carolina Virginia College Trinity Doctor Tyler South Doctor Knight

General freight rate hearings begin as rail revenues pressured

Hearings before the Interstate Commerce Commission on a proposed general freight rate increase proceed through the week with sessions resuming May 23. Shippers and railroad presidents clash over the amount, arguing the rise must cover costs and fuel bills while coal contracts rise. Noted executives from Pennsyl vania, Delaware and Hudson, New Haven and Erie defend or critique the potential 15 percent rise.

Eastern Lines Cdal Interstate Commerce Commission New England Samuel Rea The Pennsylvania L. F. Loree Delaware and Hudson Howard Elliott New Haven F. D. Underwood Erie

Vawter Trial Nearing End in Blacksburg Murder Case

In Christiansburg Virginia on May 7 the Vawter murder trial nears its close after a week of testimony. Closing evidence is expected to end today or tomorrow with jurors to consider jury instructions next. Prosecution and defense plans include Dr. King DeJarnette Hall and Pedigo testimony as witnesses.

Associated Press Christiansburg Blacksburg Charles E. Vawter Stockton Heth, Jr Sofar John L. Lee Attorney Calhoun Stockton Heth Court House Commonwealth J. C. King Southwestern State Hospital For the Insane Marion J. S. DeJarnette Western State Hospital Staunton J. K. Hall West Brook Richmond L. G. Pedigo Roanoke Moiffett

Closing Exercises At Delway School Marks Best Year

Wallace May 7 The past week closed the Delway school year, its best in history. Professor Olive leaves for Baptist ministry and Louisville Seminary. Diplomas were issued by L Middleton. L B Oliva addressed the seniors. Elwyn Murray won the declamers medal and Melissa Herring the reciters. A grand banquet followed on the grounds with graduating musicians Lila Alderman Nellie Oliver Mary Floyd and Dixie Herring.

Lila Alderman Nellie Oliver Mary Floyd Dixie Herring

Ferment in Hungary as general strike looms

Hungarian workers intensify pressure after Premier Tisza rejects wider franchise reform. Budapest factories closed after a demonstrative strike, and workers demand liberal electoral reform. If delayed, they pledge a nationwide strike to force government concessions.

Associated Press Copenhagen London Count Tisza Budapest Yieta

Grain crops show strong outlook for wheat and corn

Washington reports from the chamber of commerce indicate winter wheat yield may rise slightly with favorable weather and spring wheat production could exceed last year. Corn oats and potatoes are seen as likely to break all previous production records.

Associated Washington Chamber of Commerce of the United States

Keep Money Local Support Wilmington Merchants

A civic note urges residents to buy at home and support Wilmington merchants to keep money in town and safeguard the local economy. The message questions the impact if neighbors shop out of town and urges local patronage.

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