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Frost, Green and Kohn, Inc
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New York
Advertising Building
Chicago
American resolve in 1918 war stance echoed in May editorial
The Charlotte News editorializes on underground activity in aerial warfare and declares peace worth fighting for. It asserts American people and soldiers remain steadfast, with Kaiser Wilhelm facing tough resistance as U S forces prove resilient.
Kaiser and Henchmen Probed For Truth Weighing
A skeptical remark notes no charges alleging Kaiser ordered his agents to tell the truth and cites that the German word for truth is absent from the Potsdam dictionary. The quote underscores debate over accountability and language limits in postwar discourse.
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Potsdam
Crown Prince of Germany Amid Paris Gunfire Claims
A reader questions the German crown prince's role in shelling Paris with long range guns and speculates on his pride in casualties among women and children.
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Paris
Better to eat corn bread now than ship wheat to France
A wartime remark urges immediate corn bread consumption as wheat is commandeered to feed Germany, arguing delayed eating would leave people hungry. It highlights supply strain and evolving wartime logistics.
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France
Germany
Kaiser Seeks Two Hundred Million for Merchant Ships
The Kaiser demands two hundred million dollars to build merchant ships though none are needed for sailing now and no use is foreseen after the war.
German Casualty Estimate Sparks Debate on Kaiser Era
German statisticians put war casualties at five million, a figure seen as a fearful loss yet seen by many Kaiser's subjects as a moderate price to pay for removing him and the Hohenzollern line.
Kaiser Questions U S War Effort Propaganda
A remark notes that nearly twenty million Americans contributed billions to the national treasury to support the war against Germany, suggesting the Kaiser would question American propaganda and secret agents abroad and at home.
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Germany
Senate okays Overman bill to appoint a people chosen leader
The Jacksonville Times-Union explains the department reorganization measure praised by Senator Overman. It aims to place over others a man already selected by the people to preside over subordinates and to show proven ability to direct in peace and war.
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Jacksonville Times-Union
Department
Overman
Senate
Von Tirpitz and German naval strategy years ago
The passage recalls Admiral von Tirpitz steering the fleet toward dreadnoughts and limiting submarine production. It claims Germany could threaten Britain with U boats but notes Britain remains resilient while the submarine menace recedes over time.
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von Tirpitz
Germany
Great Britain
John Bull
Austrian Emperor Heads to Frontier Amid Italian Prospects
The article notes the Austrian emperor travels to the front amid rumors of safer refuge among the Italian forces. It compares possible exile with Napoleon III’s decision to surrender and live away from French soil, suggesting a repetition of history could unfold in northern Italy in the coming spring.
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Fenna
Napoleon III
Italy
Remarkable aviation feats at Ellington field Texas
An army flyer rose to 20 800 feet at Ellington field while a civilian demonstrator with a passenger stayed aloft for nine hours 53 minutes. The endurance flight began at 8 20 a m and ended at 6 18 p m with the engine running smoothly to exhaust.
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A. Tex
Dispatch
Américaas
Houston
Texas Aviation
Ellington Field
Eastern Midtor
Americans rally to war loan as volunteers drive massive subscriptions
The piece lauds the nationwide volunteer effort in the government bond drive. It cites the New York Times praising thousands of agents who urged subscriptions to sustain the war effort. The text argues broad public ownership strengthens the government beyond wealthier financiers, signaling popular resolve against Kaiser William.
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New York Times
Kaiser William
Departure of Count Luxbury from Argentina
Count Luxbury departs Argentina and shows no intention to visit Washington on the way. The note captures his departure and implied itinerary with no stated plans for diplomatic stopovers.
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Count Luxbury
Argentina
Washington
Surprise Italian Front Troop Report Sparks Doubt
An unexpected claim from Berlin suggested troops from this country were on the Italian front, a report doubted by observers who note no confirmation from authorities.
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America
Faw
Berlin
Kaiser Seeks Return Of Looted Italian Art Treasures
The kaiser aims to renew the Italian campaign by reclaiming £25,000 worth of rare pictures and other works of art stolen from one of his palaces. The note suggests a renewed effort to recover losses from the earlier raid and asserts the belief in recovering the valued collection.
Treasury Empty Says Finance Minister Faces Shortfall
The minister of finance says the treasury is depleted and seeks sources to replenish funds. References to Lenin and Trotsky suggest they could advise on replenishment options.
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Lenine
Trotsky
Cantle the Joke on Food Administration Critics
In a North Carolina city some dealers attack food conservation rules but the state secretary notes ninety nine men and five women serve as county or city food administrators without pay, sacrificing time and resources. They face opposition from producers while defenders call the critics a joke.
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The
State Food Administration
North Carolina
Page
Raleigh
Washington
Administration
the Food Administration
Bonds Pass For County Schools Improving Education
Voters backed the school bond issue and special tax yesterday enhancing teachers pay and school buildings. The bonds will expand county facilities though not cover all needs, and rejection would have harmed Wilmington's image and deterred movers seeking better public education for children.
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Wilmington
North Carolina urged to boost war savings stamps drive
The appeal urges North Carolina residents to buy war savings stamps and thrift certificates in small amounts to help meet state quotas. It notes bonds are larger investments but stamps allow twenty five cent purchases, calling it a patriotic duty to support the government’s war financing. Only a fraction of counties and societies have met targets.
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North Carolina
Women Vote For Saloons In New York Cities
Report notes anti saloon claims about women voters in New York state elections. Amsterdam data from Utica Herald shows men 2950 for saloons 1780 against while women 3304 for 2165 against, indicating similar margins and larger female turnout for both sides.
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New York
Amsterdam
Utica Herald
Deportations Signal Escalating Border Tensions
The deportation from Mexico of Messrs. Murray and Weigand indicates German propaganda has gained influence with the Carranza government. With this development, border trouble may be expected to rise.
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Mexico
Messrs. Murray and Weigand
Carranza
German army weary of war but commanders glad to continue
The Cleveland Plaindealer notes soldiers and commanders show fatigue yet remain eager to persevere in the conflict. The piece contrasts domestic weariness with continued resolve among German forces and their leaders.
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Kial
Cleveland
Hypothetical German Advance If Holland Had Held Key Route
The author argues that if Holland had controlled Belgiums position then German forces might have reached Paris in 1914, implying a critical geostrategic impact on the war timeline. The piece reflects on wartime contingencies and historical causality.
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Holland
Belgium
Paris
Voter Remorse Echoes Over Yesterday’s Ballot
A brief note reflects on conscience after casting a vote yesterday, questioning the ethics and urging reflection on the decision and its consequences.
Miller Returns from New York Textile War Meeting
R M Miller Jr reports from the Anderson Cotton Manufacturers Association convention in New York City praising a strong patriotism and resolve to win the war at all costs. He notes the exhibition’s spirit and commitment among textile interests to aid government war aims.
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Charlotte
R. M. Miller, Jr
Anderson Cotton Mnufacturers’ Association
New York City
Miller
Soldiers Fight to Win in World War II Spirit
From the fighting zone come heroic accounts of American soldiers battling the Germans. The fighter is named for courage and daring and in this war past records are being broken as the United States troops win fame on every field. They have gone into the war to win and they mean to do it.
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New Bern
The Great Need Is Non-Skidding Tongues
A Durham Sun column urges caution about careless speech as many momentous events hinge on slips of the tongue highlighting the power of words in public discourse.
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Durham Sun
The American People Pay, The Boys Sail With Munitions
A Raleigh News and Observer line notes the public funds supporting military effort as civilians pay while soldiers receive arms and supplies. The phrase captures wartime finance and mobilization dynamics with emphasis on national sacrifice and industrial output.
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Raleigh News and Observer
French woman warns continued wheat crisis in France
A letter from a prominent French woman highlights the ongoing food shortage in France with emphasis on wheat. It argues that the seriousness of the wheat problem has been underappreciated and urges stricter conservation, even to cutting consumption in many cases.
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Winston Sentinel
Danville Sunday Law Vote Fails to Close City
The Danville city debate over a Sunday closing law drew citizens who warned against harming commerce. They note newspapers operate after midnight Saturday and streetcars ran yesterday, arguing Sunday observance remains appropriate despite gaps.
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Ensboro
Danville
Dan River
Replica Trench System Built by Camp Greene Troops
Soldiers at Camp Greene have completed a small scale replica trench system matching a French sector in France. Over six months, five trench lines plus numerous communication trenches dug outs and barbed wire entanglements were built, though many men have since moved from digging duties.
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Camp Greene
France
Charlotte Observer
Auto crash injures Mr Snodie Mills and brother near Grimesland
A bad auto wreck yesterday afternoon left Mr Snodie Mills and one of his brothers residents of Grimesland county injured as their car collided on the road. The driver suffered non specific injuries and was treated locally.
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Snodie Mills
Grimesland
Injured Men After Wreck Near Greenville
Two men sustained non life threatening injuries in a wreck near Greenville. Responders arrived at the scene and both victims were treated for minor injuries. The incident remains under local investigation.
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Greenville Re
Ambrose Cleared in Means-King Murder Case
The Hickory Record reports that Ambrose, involved with Gaston B. Means in the Concord Means-King case, was acquitted of murder of the woman.
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Ambrose
B. Ambrosé
Means-King
Concord
Gaston B. Means
Hickory Record
Potatoes Hit by Rain Frost Cut Crop in Several States
In Eastern North Carolina the Gatlock crop suffers from recent rains with an estimated 50 percent yield. South Carolina reports about half a crop, while Virginia endures killing frosts. These setbacks are expected to strengthen potato prices.
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North Carolina
South Carolina
Virginia
Alumnae Buy 11 Acre Tessue Field for College
Alumnae of the State Normal and Industrial college purchase 11 acre Tessue field valued as undeveloped land near the Southern railway for 50 000 dollars. Officers Miss Lula Whitaker Miss Mary Lewis Harris Miss Emma Austin and Misses Nash Pannill and Summerell represented the group in Greensboro.
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Winston-Salem
Mary Lewis Harris
Concord
Emma Austin
Tarboro
Nash
Pannill
Summerell
Greensboro Dispatch
Charlotte Observer
Desperate Arrest of Alleged Wade Child Murderer
Sheriff N H McGeachy and Deputies A J Pate and David McNeill captured Elon Lambago after a violent confrontation at Wade. Lambago, a Newark New Jersey born man, allegedly murdered a six year old girl by throat slashing and barricaded his two room home before officers disabled his armed hand with a pistol butt and handcuffed him. He is jailed in Fayetteville.
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N. H. McGeachy
A. J. Pate
David McNeill
Elon Lambago
Wade
McGeachy
Pate
McNeill
Fayetteville
Lambago
Desperado
Payetteville
Newark
New Jersy
County Superintendent Thanks Voters for School Bond and Tax
Washington Catlett thanks New Hanover county citizens for approving the school building bond issue and special tax for school expenses. He calls education a measure of a community’s intelligence and progress, in Wilmington dated May 9, 1918.
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Catlett
Dispatch
New Hanover County
Washington Catlett
Wilmington
Philadelphia leads prayer movement urging national unity and faith
Philadelphia pastors adopt a city wide call for all residents to pause and pray at noon on Monday, with church chimes and public reverence across the city. The author argues the initiative could spread to Wilmington and beyond, praising prayer as a unifying force during wartime.
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The
Dispatch
Philadelphia
Holy See
Rittenhouse Square
Wilmington
Belser
Betty Connors Describes Hard Life and Hunger in New York
A Stenographer and a friend listen as Betty Connors recounts leaving a boarding house in Pine Street and trading meals for dignity after enduring mistreatment and poverty. The scene portrays a culture of exploitation and shared hardship among working girls.
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Betty
Mary
Pinestreet
New York
Betty Connors
Carrie
War prayers and the fight for victory echo in a call for peace
A letter from Alex Ss. Yeager of Wilmington North Carolina argues that enemies invoke the god of war while Americans invoke the God of Peace and Love. He suggests nationwide daily bells at noon to pray for victory and stresses unity, liberation, and a global salvation through right conduct and faith. The piece urges an evangelistic revival accompanying America and its allies to victory.
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America
Alex Ss. Yeager
Wilmington
N. C
Senator Overman Returns Home From Washington
Senator Overman wins a hard-fought victory in Washington and returns home to rest for a few days, according to the Greensboro Record. He says the battle was tough but he earned a rest after the fight.
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Overman
Washington
Greensboro
Genealogy quips greet readers from Rochester Post-Express
Lloyd Géorgée jokes his family tree lacks notable roots yet notes a universal truth it does not bear olive branches, as reported in a lighthearted column in the Rochester Post-Express.
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Lloyd
Two millions sacrificed in Kaiser drive wartime note
A Los Angeles Times column recalls immense losses endured by the nation as the Kaiser’s last offensive sent two million soldiers to war. The piece contrasts those casualties with a thief and his brothers not being among the fallen.
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Beast of
Berlin
Los Angélés Times
Cadets Pitch Tents At Camp London Harbor Island
Forty cadets from the Donaldson military academy Fayetteville arrive in the city and pitch tents at Camp London on Harbor Island under Col John M. MacFall and Captain White. They plan to stay until next Wednesday.
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Donaldson Military Academy
Fayetteville
Camp London
Harbor Island
John M. MacFall
Captain White
Marriage of Walter Mintz and Nellie Little at Princess Street office
Walter Mintz and Miss Nellie Little were married yesterday afternoon at 4 o'clock by Justice G W Bornemann at his Princess street office. The ceremony was attended by several friends and relatives. It was the judge's second ceremony of the day.
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Affternoon
Walter Mintz
Nellie Little
G. W. Bornémann
Princess Street
Ambition and Struggle in a 1918 Office Tale
A struggling young woman recalls rough beginnings and late night study to become a competent stenographer. She faces sexism and low pay as she fights to prove herself and earn an honest living. A boarding house landlady and office bosses symbolize pride, hardship, and the path to independence.
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Mary
Themers
Carrie
Betty
Mrs Edith Bannerman Remains Forwarded for Interment
The remains of Mrs Edith Dy Bannerman wife of George Bannerman of Ivanhoe 24 died yesterday after a medical emergency during transit. She was a respected schoolteacher and widely known to many. Survived by her husband two children and three sisters.
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Ivanhoe
Edith Dy Bannerman
George Bannman
Tankersley-Harper
Banner
The
Sam
Bannerman
Revival service continues with discussion on hindrances
Evangelist Homer Br erford conducts a revival at the corner of Seventh and Grace streets. Tonight's topic is Hindrances to the acceptance of the word of God. Public invited. services to continue for three weeks amid strong attendance despite week-day distractions.
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Homer
Brerford
Seventh
Grace Streets
Rutherford
Mondsy
Dispatch
Croom Wins Prize in State Business Contest
A.B. Croom Jr. of Wilmington district for Z List Insurance is named among the 10 best business men in the state for last month. He won third prize in a company contest recognizing sales and conduct of agents over a three month period.
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A.B. Croom, Jr
Wilmington
Z List Insurance Company
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