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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1918
Page
4
Charles L. Abernathy declares his candidacy for Congress after George E. Hood withdraws from the June 1 primary due to health. He recounts prior campaigns, a cooperative, nonpartisan approach, and asks Hood’s supporters to back him in the primary.
The piece urges Democratic voters of the Third Congressional District to elect Charles L. Abernathy, arguing party conventions failed and primaries empower the people to choose. It praises Abernathy’s service, loyalty to Wilson, and wide support ahead of the June 1 primary as the district’s best chance for able representation in Congress.
The article argues Democratic voters in the Third North Carolina district should elect Hon. Charles L. Abernethy to Congress. It praises him as constructive and devoted to public service, notes his alignment with former Congressman George E. Hood, and urges rallying behind him to secure district and state interests in the coming term.
A Democratic voter from the Third District reports that hundreds of Hood supporters will back Charles L. Abernethy after Hood withdrew. The letter cites long acquaintance with Hood and pledges, if elected, Abernethy will prove their backing was wise.
Six reasons urge support for Charles L Abernethy in the Third District. He is a lifelong Democrat, travels the district, holds constructive ideals, admires President Wilson, and is seen as capable to serve during war times while advancing local interests. A vote signifies confidence in Wilson and Democratic principles.
The piece argues that opposition to Hon. Charles L. Abernethy stems from a few politicians who prefer convention selections and seek to control Congressional nominating choices. It endorses democracy and the primary system as essential for the Third District and voter empowerment.
Craven County attorney D E Henderson endorses Charles L Abernethy for Congress in the Third District. praises his honesty and industry and says his strength lies in willingness to let the people rule. Henderson notes Hood’s exit may boost Abernethy’s primary victory and calls for district voters to support Abernethy on June 1.
Friends of Cong Geo Hood urge votes for Charles L. Abernethy after Hood withdraws due to ill health. They note Abernethy’s longtime friendship with Hood, his loyalty to President Wilson, and expect about 90 percent of Hood supporters to back Abernethy, arguing he is the logical choice for Congress.
The Third District Democrats rally behind Charles L. Abernethy as the June 1 primary approaches. Supporters affirm strong backing from counties, predict a districtwide win, and expect Abernethy to aid President Wilson and advance district progress.
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