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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1917
Page
4
A 1917 AP led item discusses the Means murder trial with no insanity plea, then shifts to war topics. It notes Concord and Mineola cases, Georgia and Virginia figures, and comments on trusts, Governor Bickett, alien enemy registrations, turkey prices, Oklahoma quiet, and German spies amid global wartime commentary.
The article states that American airplane production will outpace German readiness as spring moves in. It predicts a decisive air war with an American aerial service ready to strike and astonish the world, while German forces hasten to counter with equal numbers and aviators.
The article criticizes Germanys crown princes and other generals for costly, ineffective tactics on the Western Front. It singles out Mackensen as the only commander with notable success and notes the Italian campaign and Verdun efforts as limited gains. It mentions German submarine conduct and the risk to sailors if faced with American ships.
A German-American writes to The Literary Digest criticizing German public opinion and government for not pursuing an honorable peace through President Wilson's proposed path. He argues about double dealing and calls for awakening to the world’s opposition and questions loyalty and national conduct.
The New Bern Sun Journal reports Mr E C M Tyke of Indianapolis visits to discuss the Chamber of Commerce secretaryship. Greenville Reflector notes Capt S J Laughinghouse says 224 drafted men remain to be sent, with all colored men likely called first. Rock y Mount Telegram covers Jim Cooper stabbed three times, in serious but not fatal condition, with Slim suspected of the stabbing. New Bern Sun Journal details Raymond Pollock’s son’s unusual mothball incident, treated at St Luke’s hospital with full recovery.
A farm tenant, Dave Taylor, about 45, was thrown from a cart on Queen King streets when a team of mules collided with his vehicle. His rein entangled, he was ejected into a garage, then became a raving maniac. Four to five men restrained him until he was taken to a hospital. doctors suspect skull fracture caused the mental collapse.
Governor advises Greensboro company to arm with rifles shotguns and revolvers from homes to meet possible threats. Captain L J Brandt delivers letter outlining the plan and urging men to stand ready until state can supply equipment.
The country settles on ex presidents finding work in journalism. Roosevelt joins The Kansas City Star staff while Taft prepares to write for The Philadelphia Public Ledger in a few weeks.
Asheville correspondent reports mountain residents still insist on their inherent rights to use home grown crops as they please, often preserving the crop in liquid form despite prohibition and anti-illiteracy efforts.
The New Bern Sun Journal notes ongoing talk of government ownership of railways in the United States. railway men express belief Uncle Sam may soon take control, predicting less friction and fewer strikes if government operation replaces private management. They cite success abroad as support for a similar outcome here.
One year ago today the war era is recalled with a birthday roll call of notable figures born on that date. Vice Admiral DeWitt Coffman Henry Byram John Barrett Marcus Holcomb actor David Warfield Arthur Webster all are named with birth years and places.
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