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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1916
Page
4
A column analyzes the 1916 presidential contest, contrasting Wilson and Hughes with Roosevelt and Parker, and notes campaign fund actions by J P Morgan and Company while discussing Allied bonds, German-Americans, and public sentiment.
The Virginia ouster law provides a remedy to remove officers who fail to enforce prohibition. It aims to protect the majesty of the law, deter lawlessness, and counter local reluctance by state intervention. The piece argues such power does not infringe local self-government when laws govern the state as a whole.
The piece urges Citizens of New Hanover to fund Wilson's campaign as a people’s fight against Wall Street. It touts the Federal Reserve Act as essential, credits banks nationwide with stability, and condemns Republican backers. it also notes C. C. Chadbourn’s endorsement of pulp and paper mills for Wilmington and calls for immediate action.
The obituary notes the passing of Pastor Russell, a leading force in religion. It praises his vigor, progressiveness, and influence, stating he was among the most widely known divines in the country, whose faith did not diminish admiration for his character.
The Fayetteville straw poll shows a 4 to 1 preference for Wilson while noting a lingering question about Pennsylvania. The piece recalls former Mayor John Underwood’s prediction that Boies Penrose would vote Democratic and asks for a Pennsylvania straw vote from the Hon. John.
The Deutschland has completed a second voyage to an American port delivering cargo and returning home, proving the first voyage was not a mere accident. Captain Koenig and his crew are praised for daring and skill, while neutrality remains unable to curb admiration for their courage.
The report argues Hughes did not convert many in the west yet his speeches drew votes in Ohio and Illinois. It notes a tremendous ovation in Ohio on Monday and suggests Wilson should have been more active in the race.
Captain John D. McDonald commander of the new superdreadnought Arizona born in Maine 53 years ago today. Chester H. Rowell California journalist and publicist and former Progressive party leader born in Bloomington Illinois 49 years ago today. William L. Saunders mining engineer and Naval Advisory Board member born Columbus Georgia 60 years ago today. Eugene W. Chafin Prohibition candidate born East Troy Wisconsin 64 years ago today. Rt. Rev. M. Edward Fawcett Episcopal bishop of Quincy Illinois born New Hartford Iowa 51 years ago today. Boies Penrose U S senator born Philadelphia 56 years ago today. William Hodges actor born Albion New York 42 years ago today.
Lieutenant General Adki named by the Chinese government as military adviser sparks a bitter political dispute. Cabinet members and a parliamentary faction push to grant him power to assign army officers, while opponents warn it would make the army serve Japanese interests in China.
Dr Holmes endorses D D D as a cure for eczema and other skin diseases. The soothing formula with oil of wintergreen thymus and healing ingredients promises instant relief from itching and aids healing. available in 250, 500 and 1.00 sizes. D D D Soap also advertised. money back if first bottle fails. Robert R Bellamy, Druggist.
Public auction will be held at the Wilmington Court House door on November 27, 1916 at noon. The sale involves a described lot in the city of Wilmington, beginning 120 feet south of Dock Street on Magnolia Street, running 35 by 75 feet, as part of Lots 2 and 3 in Block. The sale is conducted under a mortgage deed from Walter H Swepson and wife to the North Carolina Home Building Association, recorded in New Hanover County Book 82 page 567. Attorneys are John D Bellamy & Son.
The Standard Railroad of the South offers excursion fares from various points to fairs and events. Clinton with Sampson County Fair $2.40, Sanford for Lee County Agricultural Fair $3.90, New Bern for Eastern Carolina Fair $3.50, Raleigh for Farmers' Union $18.35, Atlanta for Southern Medical Association $38.10, New Orleans for National Farm and Live Stock Show $16.85, Washington for National Rivers and Harbors Congress $7.85, Norfolk for Southern Commercial Congress with dates in November and December and limited returning windows.
On November 1, 1915, Germans seized Kraguyevatz in Serbia. French artillery halted German assaults in Flanders and Champagne. German forces advanced 20 miles west of Riga. Rome reported Italian gains northwest of Col di Lana, indicating ongoing front shifts.
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