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Newspaper

Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1916

Page

8

Rage Promises Excitement in 1921 Raleigh Race

Raleigh reporters note Cam Morrison and Max Gardner maneuvering for influence in a simmering 1921 governor’s race. Gardner is Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor. Morrison seeks clerical backing and a path to higher office. Rumors swirl about Congressman Bob Page entering the race as Raleigh politics tighten.

Raleigh Cam Morrison Max Gardner Mr. Morrison Gardner Morrison Max Cam Simmons Watts Bailey Dortch Hammer Webb Warren Craig Maxwell Shipman Lee Travis Kitchin Bickett Aycock Bob Page Page Congress Mr. Page L. D. Robinson Pres Rown Pres George Trend George Butler Yates Webb Britt

Boston Triumph in Prolonged 14 Inning Contested Game

Brooklyn and Boston battled through 14 innings with late ties and miscues as Boston's Thomas and Janvrin sparked key hits. The narrative veers into political commentary, noting a partisan shift and public reception alongside the baseball drama.

Fire and Accident Prevention Day Observed

Chicago to mark the forty fifth anniversary of the Chicago fire as Fire and Accident Prevention Day. The National Fire Protection Association National Safety Council International and Dominion Association of Fire Chiefs and the National Association of Credit Men unite to focus public attention on preventing fire and accident losses.

Chicago Ill United States Canada National Fire Protection Association National Safety Council The International Dominion Association of Fire Chiefs National Association of Credit Men

Chambers urged to aid Americanization among immigrant workers

The United States Commissioner of Education asks chambers of commerce in cities with night schools to back the America First campaign. Data show many foreign-born workers do not speak English, and employers report gains in efficiency and safety as immigrants learn.

Chambers of Commerce United States Commissioner of Education P. P. Claxton Bureau New York City Samuel Semple State Industrial Board of Pennsylvania Women David C. Adie Minneapolis Civic and Commerce Association H. A. Meldrum Buffalo Chamber of Commerce Division of Immigration Education

Baseball Extra innings tense as Brooklyn and Boston trade outs

In the twelfth to fourteenth innings, Brooklyn and Boston pitchers and fielders clash. Key moments include Gardner miscue on Mowrey, Ruth advancing on sacrifices, Smith, Olson, and Cutshaw involved in force plays, and a decisive eighth inning single by McNally scoring MecNall after Gainer batted for Gardner.

Bert Gardner Olson Mowrey Scott Hoblitzel Brooklyn Thomas Miller Smith Ruth Johnston Boston Wheat Hooper Daubert Myers Walker Hoblitzer Janvrin Walsh Cutshaw Stand Hoblitzell Lewis Gainer McNally MecNall

Systematic Saving Offer Opens New Series

The Carolina B. and L. plan offers $5.00 weekly payments with a $1,000 at 3 12 years and tax payments included. New Series opens November 4th. Reserve stock at Secretary's office 123 Princess. Officers listed: L. W. Moore Secretary, S. M. Boatwright Vice President, E. T. Taylor President. 10-9-11.

Carolina B. & L Princess L. W. Moore S. M. Boatwright E. T. Taylor

Coast Line Hotel Cafe Rooms For Rent

Coast Line Hotel offers rooms by day week or month at reasonable rates. Meals available at any hour. Located at 208 North Front Street contact 208 W for details. Advert says 10-6-1mo.

Coast Line Hotel North Front Street

For Rent Desirable Home at 1916 Market Street

Classified rental notices announce a desirable home at 1916 Market Street for rent with applications directed to James & James at Southern Building. A second listing offers a three room flat with bath and kitchen sink at 718 Chestnut Street, immediate possession, asking price 10.50 weekly. Dated 10-9-61 and 10-9-1t respectively.

Market Street James & James Southern Building Chestnut Street

Furnished room for rent near Postoffice

Two minutes from the Postoffice at 211 N Third Street a furnished room is available for rent. Preference given to a gentleman. This notice appears in the local rental listings with a dated marker of 10 9 11.

Third Street

Wanted a Man to Take Charge of Company's Commosary

Advertisement seeks a man to manage the commissary located 15 miles from Wilmington. Must live at the plant and provide good references. State expected wages and current employment. Address Commissary care Dispatch. Also mentions phone 327 with staff to answer. Ford spark plugs offered by W. D. McMillan Jr. at 108 to 142 North Second Street with prices listed.

Wilmington Care Dispatch FORD W. D. McMillan, Jr North Second Street

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