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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1917
Page
4
A collation of wartime opinions and civic notices urging Liberty bond subscriptions and June 5 registration. It critiques Germany and Russia, praises Allied aims, and lampoons leaders while urging duty and unity. The piece references forestry units, naval threats, Pershing, Villa, and mobilization in the South.
The article argues that a large shoe maker should not be deprived of profits from big sales. It suggests if footwear buyers received extra large profits they would be more inclined to subscribe to war bonds, achieving the same patriotic end with broader benefits.
The war has driven a deeper grasp of economics and producer consumer links. Americans see the need for diversified crops, a merchant marine, and food self sufficiency. South and city households now value canning to cut waste and guard against higher winter costs.
A wartime townsfolk opinion argues against taxing raw cotton. It warns that a cotton tax would hurt southern farmers, inflating prices for consumers, and challenges Congress to uphold patriotism without discriminating against cotton producers.
The piece argues that keeping business functioning is essential during war. It asserts that farms must yield, factories must produce, and normal commerce continue so the military remains capable. Without steady output, the nation cannot sustain its war effort.
A proclamation urges stopping work on June 5 for a day of serious focus and intense effort. It calls all registrants to complete required tasks in a single day and asks every man to contribute fully to ensure the job is finished.
Two Durham men donated an ambulance fully equipped for service in France and a Charlotte patriot did likewise, showing North Carolina’s continued contribution in times of need.
A criticism notes the government avoids training all troops in the South to spare New York Herald readers from perceived thuggery and extremist behavior. The piece casts the Herald as irate and irrational in response.
One hundred seventy five years ago today Sir George Webbe Dasent, noted Scandinavian scholar, born in St. Vincent died in England. Seventy five years ago today General Lewis Cass nominated for President by Democratic convention in Baltimore. Fifty years ago today the Peabody Fund of 2,100,000 for Southern education placed with trustees. Twenty five years ago today a Brazilian warship wrecked near La Plata mouth, 120 lives lost.
One year ago today May 22 1916 French recaptured part of Fort Douaumont at Verdun. British trenches between Loos and Arras fell to German capture. A junction of Russian cavalry with British forces was reported south of Kut el Amara.
A short promotional notice warns of a spike in rheumatism across professions and advises rubber footwear, dry feet, lemonade, and avoiding alcohol. It promotes Rheuma as a harmless, powerful remedy with a half teaspoon daily, claiming a 50 cent bottle lasts long and directing readers to ask R. R. Bellamy or any druggist.
A call to immediate measures to prevent a coal shortage and keep fuel affordable for the public. Warns delaying action until winter would be too late as crops cannot be sown and reaped in a day.
The Dispatch notes receipt of an embossed invitation to the North Carolina State College of Agriculture and Engineering commencement exercises. Distinguished speaker Hon. James W. Gerard of New York will address graduates, with others delivering addresses as part of a strong program led by President Riddick and the faculty.
Citizens prefer Herbert C. Hoover’s approach to the food situation, expressing more trust in his handling than in food speculators. The public views his plan as offering a better chance at relief, even in worst scenarios.
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