14 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1916
Page
4
A 1916 issue notes daily and Sunday subscription rates and carrier delivery prices. It comments on the US political scene including Hughes Roosevelt Wilson and Mackensen, with satirical lines about coal, baseball percentages, and women’s political strength in western states.
A new packing company plans a sizable plant near the Orangeburg fairgrounds in South Carolina. Officials from Southern Railway and Atlantic Coast Line agree to build sidings to the site, with construction to begin soon and operation targeted for the fall of 1917.
Editorial argues judges with life tenure should not seek or accept political nominations. It urges that a federal judge tempted by politics resign first, to honor the lifelong contract with the people and prevent dangerous conflicts of interest.
Minnesota shows a Wilson edge as soldiers on the border policy fuels GOP criticism. Republicans rally against the administration while public opinion strains under wartime policy and political battles.
The author rebukes claims that the close vote will force Mr. Wilson to adjust course. He argues the campaign unity and broad support ensure Wilson's path remains aligned with his earlier administration, and no shift or betrayal is anticipated.
The results defied multiple norms by breaking the two-term precedent for a Democratic president, highlighting a bloc of states including New York Illinois and Indiana as key influencers, and challenging Wall Street betting odds that had favored a different outcome.
A list of prominent figures born on this date includes Charles Louis de Freycinet the French statesman, Count Johann Bernstorff the German ambassador in Washington, Charles Denby the US consul-general in Shanghai, Lieut George Cornwallis-West, Robert S. Hichens author, Leo H. Baekeland chemist, Dr John Lloyd Jones Chicago clergyman, Dr Robert E. Blackwell Randolph-Macon college president, Bishop Luther B Wilson, runner James E Meredith, and others born 24 to 88 years ago today in various locations. The roster notes nationalities and roles, reflecting a roundup of birthday anniversaries.
The piece notes strong prohibition gains across the West, highlighting Montana’s dry victory by a 20,000 vote margin and referencing Butte’s past saloons. It also mentions the Democratic coalition’s national strength and Wilson’s victory over Hughes in the electoral count.
A compact chronicle notes events marked as anniversaries: 1816 Notre Dame cathedral renamed after the Duke of Angouleme, 1841 Earl of Elgin death in Paris linked to Elgin Marbles, 1866 Dom Miguel death in Baden, and 1891 Vienna stock exchange panic linked to Emperor remarks.
Berlin dispatches describe sixty deaths in Verona from Austrian air raids. Russians reportedly retreating after heavy fighting. Bulgarians seize Krushevo and push toward Prilep while Italians claim control of Demarco Pass.
In Washington on November 14, arguments against strict Federal control of railroads will be the main topic as the National Association of Railroad Commissioners opens its annual meeting with commissioners from nearly all states present.
Wool prices rose globally with domestic wools up about five percent and foreign grades advancing. Fine staple wool fetched bids from $0.05 to $0.97 per pound, with scarce lots potentially reaching $1 scour. Australian wools sold near $1.08 a pound scour and Japan bought about a third of sales.
Baltimore announces the Southern Jockey Club autumn meeting at the new Bowie track Prince George Park starts tomorrow and runs fifteen days. High class thoroughbreds from Maryland tracks and Canadian campaigns have arrived, with stable space in high demand.
Maysville North Carolina reports Dr. Shaw fully recovered from a serious automobile accident. Bellegrade High School held a fair and oyster supper raising a good sum. Foxes are plentiful in the area. Maysville High School hosted a Halloween party with strong sales. Prof. Small spoke on Charity Choice Companions at Pollocksville. About 100 representatives attend the Atlantic Baptist Association in Maysville next Tuesday.
A brisk exchange highlights a fashionable physician asking about the patient's condition while the patient answers with uncertainty and curiosity about what is new. The dialogue captures a social tone and the interplay of stylish figures in a casual setting.
Letters from H G Hotchkiss in Echo Illinois F R Tesar Hopkinton Rev L I Downing Roanoke VA praise D D D eczema remedy. They report long standing relief after using multiple doctors and three to four bottles. Includes price 25c 50c 1.00 and money back guarantee from druggists like Robert R Bellamy.
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