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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1917
Page
2
A Florence reader describes indigestion and weight loss eased by Peplac tonic. He credits improved appetite and energy after one bottle and urges others to try the medicine sold at Bellamy Dry Store and local druggists.
Bell's Famous Hawaiians arrive for a one night engagement at the Academy of Music promising novel music with native Hawaiian artists. The troupe brings its own scenery and props and is expected to draw a packed audience. Ticket prices range from 50 cents to 1 dollar with first four rows at 1.50. tax extra. Tickets on sale at Elvington's Saturday morning.
The Famous Lynch Trio drew another large ovation at the Royal on their second day with Morton's Kentucky Belles. Five encores marked yesterday's matinee as the group pleased the crowd. The younger sister's charm wins fans. the act promises a brand new bill with fresh scenery, effects, and wardrobes today. Tommie Mullaly will again star in a laugh provoking comedic role.
Tomorrow the Grand Theatre presents the new World Picture Brady Made featuring Alice Brady. The plot follows a country girl who elopes after being misled by a city man and later poses as the widow of a supposed deceased husband, only to learn he is alive, adding twists and entertainment to the drama.
Milwaukee boxing promoters are arranging a bout for Joe Eagan with Willie Ritchie or Bryan Downey to headline a bout. The potential match-ups aim to boost local boxing interest and draw fan attention at a major arena.
The Rev. Dr. Wm. T. Manning rector of Old Trinity church resigns from his pulpit to serve as chaplain to the National Army at Yap hank.
The State Board of Health notes many men aged 21 to 31 fail medicals and suggests extended free physical exams for ages 20 to 60 as a long term health measure. Dr. John H Quayle claims 90 percent of men rejected for defects could be reclaimed after correction or treatment. Soldier Bartfield earned $3,000 in nine days across four bouts in New York.
Physicians laud calatoles as a nausea free calomel substitute said to abort a cold overnight and ease sore throat or la grippe. One Calotab at bedtime with water supposedly ends the cold by morning, with no salt or stomach distress and no impact on daily activities. Sold in sealed packs for thirty five cents with a money back guarantee.
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