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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1916
Page
4
The column lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, six months and three months, with weekly carrier rates in the city and prepaid annual options. It weaves in political commentary about Hughes Wilson and Bailey, remarks on campaigns, and a notice of Hon. J. W. Bailey speaking at the court house for the New Hanover Democratic rally.
A Raleigh editor condemns The New Bern Sun-Journal for reporting an epidemic of infantile paralysis in Wilmington and for alleging dirty dairies and cafes. The writer questions authority, defends Wilmington health inspections, and urges a source citation to avoid damaging the city’s reputation.
The aging yet undimmed Sarah Bernhardt arrives in New York after Europe seeking applause and another stage run. Admirers recall her courage after losing a leg and a near death battle, while predicting a slower, determined ascent to charm Audiences once more on the footlights.
The piece argues President Wilson acts as a statesman not a partisan in naval policy, deciding against the Allies despite pressure. It highlights the new Preparedness display featuring regular army units, a furlough for soldiers, and the Buffalo Bill 101 Ranch showing in Wilmington on October 16.
Col. William F. Cody known as Buffalo Bill returns as the leading figure of the Buffalo Bill 101 Ranch Show. The exhibition promises a grand display of ranch life including cowboys and cowgirls, Indians, and scenes from frontier history, aiming to bring the West to the public once more.
Atlanta attorney Luther Z. Rosser, famed for defending Leo M. Frank, now aids in prosecuting Georgia House doorkeeper G K Wason for stabbing Thomas B. Felder at the Kimball House on August 3. Felder testifies Wason cursed him and stabbed him without provocation. Vason's lawyer Ben Conyers cross examines. Rosser’s involvement signals vigorous pursuit of the case.
On this June day in 1916 the lone Friday the 13th of the year is observed as St Jinx Day. The piece notes growing interest in a carnival style celebration and the rising superstition about misfortune on Friday the 13th. It encourages wider recognition of the quirky holiday and mentions people making small sacrifices to spread the idea.
New Bern reports the North Carolina Supreme Court granted a new trial in the Taylor versus Stewart wrongful death suit over Earl King who died after an auto accident in Craven County. The 1915 incident near East Front and Pollock streets left the child dead and the previous jury awarded no damages. The case will again be heard when arrangements are made. Also noted is a regional trend of surprise marriages with Agnes Robinson and Leon Mann wed at the bride’s home and planning to relocate to Newport after a short trip to New York.
Zeppelins bombed London killing 55 as British subs sank German ships in the Baltic. Vioviani announced Britain France and Russia would aid Serbia. Bulgarian forces crossed into Serbia threatening Nish and the Orient railway. Russians broke Austrian line in Galicia and pushed Hindenburg back from Dvinsk.
Louisville Oct 13 Montie Cuess asked to delay his murder trial of Robert Orms, supervisor at the Industrial School of Reform, after a Friday the 13th jinx. At preliminary hearing he pleaded not guilty.
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