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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1916
Page
12
Finance and advertising committees report strong public support for the Corn Show underwriting plan. Subscriptions total 491 pledges worth 1 720 dollars as organizers promote extensive attractions and regional attendance ahead of the November show.
Company A Wilmington Engineers Troops and Company B Charlotte units, about 70 men each under Capt. George W. Gillette, will entrain to Texas to join the North Carolina border patrol. They will parade in Wilmington for a homecoming review, receive winter uniforms, and expect a reception upon arrival Wednesday afternoon. The trip ties to the Corn Show as Wilmington hosts visitors and events before the state election.
North Carolina Democrats report over $25,000 raised for Woodrow Wilson re election with Forsyth Winston Salem leading at $11,650 and Wilmington totaling $3,205.75. Counties such as Wake Guilford and Craven contributed substantial sums while many rural areas have not yet reported.
Residents along Second and Chestnut streets protest the selection of their area for the Corn Show tents. City Council to address a petition signed by twenty six locals calling for relocation away from homes. Police seek a young girl named Lucy suspected of stealing $11 from Mrs. Dicksey on Castle Street.
Advertisement notes an extra car service to the show grounds available today and tomorrow, inviting readers to view the notice in the paper.
Advertises long fiber wool fabrics dyed with foreign and domestic colors. Promotes suits and overcoats with service style and satisfaction guaranteed from $20 to $30. Features Fall styles Manhattan and Emery shirts. Location No. 9 North Front Street and phone 617.
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