Local notes on visits and travels across area towns
Mrs J D Middleton of Laurinburg visits relatives here. Many residents from Wallace, Chadbourn, and Baltimore travel to sight friends and relatives, with several leaving last night for Wallace or Richmond and others visiting Washington and Norfolk. A gymnastic demonstration at the YWCA impressed the audience. Local marriages and social events highlighted by a Petersburg ceremony and a Boys' Brigade exhibition.
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Alberta Hewett
Richmond
A. P. Diehl
Fort Caswell
Norfolk, Va
Young Women’s Christian Association
Wallace
Duplin
John Forlaw
Wilmington
J. D. Southerland
James Wells
John Wells
Magnolia
Fort Oglethorpe
Cardui the Woman's Tonic praised by Mrs Eidson
Tallapoosa Georgia resident Sallie Eidson describes severe health decline and nervous symptoms after years of hard work. She credits Cardui with restoring strength, noting weight gain from 108 to 122 pounds after nine bottles and improved sleep, ending with a strong endorsement of the tonic for womanly ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallapoosa, Ga
Sallie Eidson
Cardus
Cardui
Junior class field day outing by Wilmington YMCA
The second annual field day for Wilmington YMCA junior boys is set for Saturday May 19 at the river cliffs behind Sunset Park. Departure is 8 30 a m return 6 30 p m with swimming under supervision, outdoor games by four clubs, a treasure hunt for a 1 25 baseball, plus events like 100 yard dash and jumps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington Young Men’s Christian Association
Sunset Park
Messrs
C. Walton Johnson
Oscar Keller
Red Cross Benefit at Victoria Theatre Promises Drama and Candy
A 1930s style notice describes a Red Cross benefit show starring Robert Edeson in Big Jim Garrity at the Victoria theatre with ushers in Red Cross costumes. The facade features Allied flags and historic signals linked to Admiral Nelson, amid a lively period ambiance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Trafalgar
Victory
Lord Nelson
England
Commencement Exercises Highlight Union and Hemenway Schools
Students at Union and Hemenway schools enjoyed largely attended commencement ceremonies this morning with many graduates set to advance to the High school. Certificates were issued by Supt. John J. Blair and a notable high female turnout marked the class transitions as parents and patrons praised the event. Tonight’s banquet at the High school auditorium will honor the graduating classes with the Board of Education and faculty in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Hemenway
John J. Blair
The
Dispatch
Board of Education
Trafalgar Victory Remembered In British History
The passage reflects on Admiral Nelson's leadership at the Battle of Trafalgar and the British sailors dedication. It links the victory to a spirit of duty and self sacrifice admired by Americans and honored as a proud moment in English history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trafalgar
America
Lor l Nélson
Death of Mr Preston Cumming in Wilmington
Mr Preston Cumming formerly of this city and late of New York City died this morning at James Walker Memorial Hospital after months of illness. He was 34 and unmarried, ex-lawyer with Harris and Towne in New York, UNC class of 1903, NY postgraduate at Columbia. Funeral tomorrow at Col Walker Taylor’s home 714 Market St at 11 led by Rev A D McClure. burial Oakdale Cemetery. Survived by brother Henry in Cuba and sister Mrs Walker Taylor.
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Preston Cumming
New York City
James Walker Memorial Hospital
Col. Walker Taylor
Market Street
A. D. McClure
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
Oakdale
Cumming
Virginia Lily Cumming
Fayetteville
Harris & Towne
University of North Carolina
Columbia University
New York
Wilmington
Cars Every Half Hour To the Beach Tomorrow Afternoon
Advertisement notes extra cars from The Center at 8 15 and 8 45 PM to Lu mina for a dance with service to the beach tomorrow afternoon.
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Advt
One Deed Filed for Manhattan Company to Hollis
The register of deeds records the morning deed filing transferring a lot at Manhattan from Manhattan Company to J. Robert Hollis. This is the sole deed entered for record today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Office of the Register of Deeds
Court House
Manhattan Company
J. Robert Hollis
Manhattan
Local Visitors Include Notables In City
Mr. R. C. Pridgen of Tabor visits the city yesterday. Ex-Judge Francis D. Winston of Windsor attends to legal matters. J. W. Davenport, Esq., of Windsor, is in the city on professional business. J. C. Pigott has returned from Coast Line Hospital in Rocky Mount after an operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. C. Pridgen
Tabor
Francis D. Winston
Windsor
J.W. Davenport, Esq
J. C. Pigott
Coast Line Hospital
Rocky Mount
Told at Twilight to Return to Victoria Theatre
The Victoria Theatre announces the film Told at Twilight featuring Child star Baby Marie Osborn will screen tomorrow afternoon and night after earlier delays. The management apologizes for previous disappointment and promises the picture will be shown, praised as a wonderful child film that also engages adults.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Victoria
Marie Osborn
Victoria Theatre
Victoria
Attorneys Begin Their Arguments In Federal Court
Evidence in the Brunswick Land and Lumber Company versus D. L. Gore was completed this morning in federal court. C Ed Taylor for the plaintiff presented opening arguments before lunch, followed by Mr Pence for the defendant. Remaining counsel were to present in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brunswick Land and Lumber Company
D. L. Gore
C. Ed. Taylor
Mr. Pence
Sophomore Junior team tops Senior Freshman at Robert Strange
An afternoon game at Robert Strange Playgrounds saw the Sophomore Junior team defeat the Senior Freshman team 5 to 4. James and King did the pitching and catching for the winners while Rourk and Burnett starred for the losers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Strange
James and
King
Rourk
Burnett
Unusual Prohibition Evasion In Wilmington Revealed
Recorder George Harriss reports a novel booze carry method using unassuming wooden twelve inch rules containing a vial with a gill of whiskey. He notes this sign of enforcement and says little whiskey has likely been received or sold this way. In court Julius Shepard was fined five dollars or thirty days for no lights. Herbert Larkins received three months for assault with a deadly weapon. A case against Bobe Watkins was not prosecuted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington
George Harriss
Harriss
Recorder's Court
Julius Shepard
Herbert Larkins
Bobe Watkins
Extra buses depart The Center at 8 15 and 8 45 p m
Tomorrow night transportation ad announces two additional shuttle departures from The Center at 8 15 and 8 45 p m providing extra capacity for attendees.
YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSN OFFERS FREE SWIM LESSONS
Youths of Wilmington welcome a week long swimming campaign by the Young Men's Christian Association. Free lessons in the big pool at the Association building will be offered to all who need to learn to swim, with a coupon from The Dispatch required for participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington
Young Men’s Christian Association
Association
Free garden spots offered by Southeastern Realty Company
To encourage gardening the Southeastern Realty Company offers to loan garden spots on blocks near 12th and Chestnut streets to Wilmington residents. Participants must tend and keep the plots presentable. For details call Wright's Real Estate Office at 124 Princess Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southeastern Realty Company
12Th and
Chestnut Streets
Wilmington
Wright
Princess Street
Beach Dance Shuttle Schedule Promotes Afternoon Runs
Advertises a shuttle service from Center to the Lumina dance venue with departures at 8 15 and 8 45 pm and a half hour service in the afternoon.
Local Delegates Await Appointment for Good Roads Meet
Notification reaches Asheville of the State Good Roads Association convention on June 27 at Battery Park hotel. Headquarters will be set there and many members are expected to attend though delegates have not yet been named. The gathering holds interest for its role in mobilizing armies and supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Good Roads Association
Asheville
Battery Park Hotel
For Those Who Suffer Pain In Stomach, Back or Joints
Samuel Hamilton notes X ray findings by Cannon Chitaier Pavlov Fowler Hawk show water aids bodily function. Recommend drinking a pint of hot water before meals and baking soda with meals. Suggest Anuric before meals for kidney or rheumatic pain. Warn of uric acid buildup causing rheumatism and backache. Encourage water, outdoor exercise, and declare Amurica an antidote.
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Samuel Hamilton
Cannon
Chitaier
Pavlov
Fowler
Hawk
Pierce
Surercal Institute
Buffalo
Pompeian Hair Care Promise for Thick Soft Hair
A vintage ad extols Pompeian Hair to treat scalp and hair, claiming thicker, softer, more attractive hair. Massage amber liquid into scalp, then dry with Turkish towel for best results. Available in 25c 50c and $1 sizes from trusted Pompeian brands.
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Dandrad
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Orton
R. W. Scott, Jr
Bolton
S. G. Boney
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Lena McDonald
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R. T. Brown
Watha
Lula Boney
Dorothy Hill
M. B. Cavenaugh
Salisbury
R. C. Smith
Marvin
Washington, D. C
C. C. Murphy
Baby
J. G. Murphy
Ivanhoe
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T. E. Berkley
Baltimore, Md
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J. G. Baldwin
Wilminston
Ned Delamar
New Bern
Bessie French
Georgetown
S. C
A. E. Livingston
Annapolis, Md
Jacksonville
Tampa
Annie May Meier
Mr. F. T. Meier
Baltimore
Rela
George .Karris
J. A. Ricks
Mr. Ricks
North Carolina
Sorosis
North Third Street
E. M. Gregg
Social Service Committee
Travelers’ Aid
Union Station
Essie May Hardison
Snead’s Ferry
John Thomas Rich
L. A. Rhodes
South Sixth Street
G. W. McClanahan
Rich
Charleston
Uncle Sam
Paul Cantwell
Boys’ Brigade Armory
Elinor Moffett
Helen
Rosa Thompson
Flora Taylor
Petersburg
Morris Allen Spooner
Mary Epps Baxter
High Street Methodist Church
George H. Spooner
Child's Conservation League
Mesdames
R. C. Platt
Will Rehder
M. H. Longfellow
W. Whaley
St. John’s Mission
A. Solomon
H. W. Little
High School
I. W. Solomon
David Struthers
Bear Memorial
F. W. Gerken
Clayton Grant
W. P. M. Turner
E. T. Burton
William Hooper
W. O. Fickling
George Gillett
Delgado
J. T. King
Cecil
Armour
ING Department
A. D. Brown
Union and
MR. Cumming
Baby Marie Osborn
Miso
Belk- Williams Co
Good Roads
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