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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1917
Page
4
May 19, 1917 issue notes a large Whiteville rally to boost county food conservation with talks from agricultural experts. Calvary Baptist church leads local farm cultivation for community benefit, illustrating a link between physical welfare and mental readiness for Christian service.
The South is set for a major shipbuilding expansion with new plants, government contracts, and private investment. Wilmington and other Southern cities are urged to lead, citing existing projects at Wilmington Iron Works and plans across Virginia, Maryland, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas.
The executive committee met in Atlantic City and offered full cooperation to the U.S. government. The group placed its supplies at the government's disposal without payment terms and endorsed the agricultural program led by Secretary Houston.
A columnist condemns sly knockers who flatter those present while harming absent individuals. They praise friends while quietly hinting insults, using slick language to mislead. The piece laments a world unable to curb such behavior but warns the public not to be fooled.
Wilmington residents celebrate a double distinction as the Diocese of East Carolina and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows plan their 1918 conventions in the city. The article emphasizes the churches and fraternal order as worthy missions bringing people closer to the Kingdom of God and promises a hearty welcome to delegates.
The President's proclamation energizes Americans with a clear government plan and immediate action. It conveys a grave but determined stance, signaling the nation's resolve to act promptly, strengthen the home front, and sustain effort on the firing line.
The Wilmington public schools completed another stellar year, advancing the community's educational worth. The scholastic year was splendid in every way, adding to the city’s proud record in education.
National Society Daughters of the Revolution holds a business meeting at the Hotel Belmont in New York on Monday to select officers and finalize plans for presenting an ambulance to the United States government, with all social events eliminated due to war conditions.
Colonel Hal Corbett renowned as Irvin Cobb's Judge Priest arrives in New York to practice law. He delivers a mighty after dinner speech to a critical audience and may join famed speakers like Depew Wolf and McAneny in the post banquet circuit. The Kentucky storyteller is already inundated with invitations and has even appointed a social secretary.
John W. Garrett is named by President Wilson to succeed Henry Var Dyke as United States Minister to the Netherlands. Bishop Ewin D. Mauzon is noted for a birth in Sparantaburg South Carolina. Captain Waldorf Astor, heir of Baron Astor, born in New York City. Also a May 19 1916 report of Austrians penetrating Italian territory and German success at Verdun with Russia and Sweden settling the Aland Island case.
French sailors in New York receive warm welcome from locals. At an open air Union Square gathering a crowd quickly joined in singing the Marseillaise with about 400 participants. Several sailors were moved to tears by the display of admiration.
A New York World reporter contacted Pennsylvania powder mill offices after a blast. An excited voice claimed the scene was still active as two more explosions rang out over the phone, and the informant abruptly left.
The rumor that Atlantic City and other Atlantic coast resorts would shut at night due to the U boat threat proved false. Government officials deny any plan to prohibit coast lighting, forecasting continued outdoor life and perhaps more visitors as European resorts close.
One time White Sox pitcher Hi has deserted the Los Angeles Angels again, marking a second exit since joining the club last season.
Oscar P Peck offers Oak and mixed wood at 1.50 per load and pine at 1.35 per load with all wood sent to Cc OD. The note states rates for different wood types and a delivery instruction.
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