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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1917
Page
4
In a Wilmington Dispatch editorial a typographical slip changes moral judgment on the Vawter case noting immorality and its penalties. The piece also reports a strong welcome in New York for the British mission led by Balfour, highlighting American fervor and support for the war effort.
The Robesonian argues the defeat of a good roads bond in Robeson County reflects a lack of confidence in past road fund handling rather than opposition to roads. It notes the difficulty of funding public works when financial administration has been wasteful and suggests careful official selection to avoid future excess.
Secretary of State Grimes argues the war may extend longer than expected and urges the public to face the truth and prepare for a longer endurance rather than hope for a quick finish. He contrasts this with Secretary Lane’s possible optimism and emphasizes frank messaging to prevent complacency.
The Chicago Board of Trade yesterday moved to stop speculation in May wheat. The measure is praised as timely and wise, urging speculative traders to aid in eradicating feverish practices from their own ranks and from the system, warning that food speculation harms public life and national honor.
A Copenhagen report claims Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg will not speak on peace terms before the Reichstag though speculation persists he may define them. The issue hinges on who can pressure the chancellor and how such terms would affect global perceptions of victory or weakness. En tente and America should advance preparations amid possible Russian upheaval.
The editorial argues against delaying the army bill with amendments and supports selective conscription. It says Roosevelt could head a division if aligned with War Department plans and urges the President to avoid political meddling while favoring unity and patriotic motives in wartime policy.
A photograph shows a war advertisement on the wall of the National Bank of Commerce in New York City. It is the first time a financial institution has used such method to announce war wares. Demand for war bonds outruns optimistic forecasts as investors from all classes scramble to buy in.
The piece argues that most trains of thought lack substance and pace requiring more freights and fewer parlor cars. It compares minds to narrow gauge tracks and urges readers to inspect their own thoughts for defects and improve the mental timetable.
A Cincinnati inventor introduces freezone a magic fluid for corns and calluses. Small bottles sold at drugstores for a few cents claim instant soreness relief and easy removal without pain or irritation.
The peace advocate who shot at Senator Lodge has apparently joined the military, indicating a shift from a previous pacifist stance to active service. This change highlights a surprising reversal in his public position.
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