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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1917

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American destroyer sinks German sub in 22 minute sea battle

Navy recounts a European waters engagement in which an American destroyer attacked a submerged German U-boat using depth charges. The clash lasted about 22 minutes with multiple depth charges and gunfire, ending with the submarine destroyed and British admiration noted for the American crew. Names and exact time and place withheld for military reasons.

Navy Department Secretary of the Navy Navy

Last Hours Of Congress Watch Spectacular Senate Finale

Congress neared adjournment as Senator LaFollette opened a three hour speech at 10 o clock to answer critics. Two hours were set for replies and a 3 PM adjournment was anticipated amid war measures and high drama in the Senate chamber.

LaFollette Associated Press Washington Congress House Senate America Hig

Peru Demands Satisfaction Over Sinking Lorton

Congress votes for action against Germany after Peru demands eight day satisfaction for the sinking of the Peruvian bark Lorton by a German submarine. Lima reports Berlin ultimatum not delivered. minister recalled and ordered to present the demand immediately.

Berlin Lorton Peru Germany Lima A. von der Heyde Foreign Office

Peru Severs Relations With Germany Over Submarine Sinking

Peru breaks diplomatic ties with Germany after the sinking of a Peruvian bark The Lorton in Spanish waters Peru demands indemnity from Germany. British action along the German lines continues to drive German forces back while French fronts report back-and-forth fighting near Verdun The Navy confirms an American destroyer depth-charged and destroyed a U-boat.

Peru Germany Vianders Verdun Crown Prince Navy Department Washington

Three Killed in a Rage Battle at LaPine Alabama

A deadly shootout at the Oliver Enzer homestead near LaPine 35 miles south of Montgomery killed Oliver Enzer 60 Hub Cannon 35 and W L Griffith 35. Injured were Hugh Enzer 32 Prof L H Hudson and Justin Enzer 35 with Hudson wounded in both arms. The four men accompanied by Kirk Brown went to search for a suspected robber. shots flew as the posse refused to leave triggering a prolonged exchange.

Seeeen Re Montgomery Ala LaPine Here Oliver Enzer Hub Cannon W. L. Griffith Hugh Enzer Prof L. H. Hudson Justin Enzer Kirk Brown Cannon Griffith Hudson Enzer Place Enzers

Thousands Surge Through Gates At White Sox Park

Crowds gathered as gates opened for a major game at White Sox Park on Oct 6 with an estimated 15,000 in line. Umpires from both leagues arrived, and officials coordinated with photographers as early morning excitement built amid damp, cool weather.

White Sox Park National Commission

French Line Attacked Near Hill 344

Paris Oct 6 German forces attacked near Hill 344 on the Vontun front. They gained some ground in the Prenca area, according to the war office, but were later driven back.

iBy Associated Press Paris Vontun War Office

Front in France and Belgium Reported German Lines Breached

British fronts in France and Belgium report German defenses pulled back in places along the new line in Flanders. Patrols found exposed positions and forward shell holes as the British advance continued, with observers noting adjustments by German forces.

Associated Press France Belgium Flanders

Last day of The Dispatch contest for Briscoe and Ford prizes

Only a few hours remain to submit subscriptions before 9 PM to win top prizes including a Briscoe automobile and a Ford Touring Car plus gold, furniture and other awards. Extra votes boost the chance, with outside Wilmington subscribers earning first period votes toward a Special Prize.

Briscoe Automobile Columbia Grafonoa J. W. H. Fuchs’ Department Store Wilmington Briscoe Ford

Secretary Baker Visits Charlotte during War Secretary’s Tour

Newton D. Baker secretary of war arrived in Charlotte at 10 o clock greeted by General Jervey the mayor and chamber of commerce committee. An Oregon regimental parade escorted him to the Manufacturers Club for a reception then he spoke at the city auditorium and planned a Camp Greene inspection tour later in the afternoon.

Associated Press Charlotte N. G Newton D. Baker Jervey Camp Greene Chamber of Commerce Oregon Regimental Manufacturers’ Club City Auditorium

Fair and Cooler Weather for Next Week Predicted

Washington, Oct. 6 forecast from the Weather Bureau indicates fair and moderately cool weather for the South Atlantic and East Gulf states in the first half of the coming week starting Sunday. A short period of showers is expected to begin Thursday or Friday.

Washington South Atlantic

War party accused in heated Follette defense

Senator La Follette denounces the war party for a campaign of abuse and libel against opponents of the war. He insists Congress must debate policy and claims supporters seek to intimidate dissenters while war measures are debated and restrained by constitutional duties.

Associated Press Washington Follette Senate War Party Congress League House Sivilieésis Societ la Follette Anto Peti Ag le Oval Nanan Crys

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