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Newspaper

Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1916

Page

8

North Carolina backs Reynolds gift to Wilson fund

Raleigh reports show R J Reynolds of Winston-Salem gave 10000 dollars to the Woodrow Wilson fund, supplying a large share of state contributions and stirring speculation about motives and political impact amid Democratic campaigns and labor debates. The piece notes Reynolds as a major donor and discusses potential ties to Gene Holton and local rivals.

Raleigh North Carolina R. J. Reynolds Winston-Salem Woodrow Wilson Fund Hugh MacRaes New Hanover Durham Greensboro Asheville Reynolds Wilson Gene Holton State Senate Forsyth Gene Holton Roosevelt Bryan Dick Reynolds W. A. Erwin Mr. Reynolds Richmond

Captain Uberroth Back Seeks Orders to Move to San Francisco

Captain Preston H. Uberroth of the cutter Seminole arrived with Mrs. Uberroth from Philadelphia and says he expects to be ordered to move to his new post with the cutter Bear at San Francisco, likely mid November. He expresses regret at leaving Wilmington after forming many friendships, noting navy life requires obedience to assignments amid industry leaders mentioned.

Seminole Preston H. Uberroth Uberroth Philadelphia Bear San Francisco Wilmington

Raids Target Gambling Hubs in Colon Panama

Governor Ruben Arcia of Panama’s Isthmus launches raids on flourishing gambling dens in Colon and Panama City, seizing property from two sites and vowing to continue until gambling ends. Arcia, a wealthy cattleman with broad local support, is praised for honesty and strong ties to American residents.

Panama Colon Ruben Arcia Panama City Arcia Gervais Fire Department Board of Combustibles of New York City American Electric Co Jacksonville Mia

Florida Confederate Veterans Re union Opens in Tampa

Hundreds of veterans with families attend a three day session at the 27th annual Florida division United Confederate Veterans reunion in Tampa. Maj Gen L N Buchanan divisional commander will preside over the business sessions as Tampa area towns offer entertainment.

Tampa Fla Florida Division United Confederate Veterans L. N. Buchanan

Buffalo Bill Wild West Show Delights City Audiences

Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show drew good crowds with creditable performances. The recalled half century era was recreated with notable vigor and the crowd gave the Colonel an ovation while cheering Dixie more loudly. The visit left a lasting memory despite the money the show took in Wilmington dollars.

Buffalo Bill Col. Cody New York Sun

Northeastern storm warnings issued for Gulf coast coast

A 1916 storm advisory from Washington alerts Northeastern warnings from Carabelle Florida to Bay St. Louis Mississippi. A tropical disturbance moving northward over the Gulf of Mexico is expected to bring a northerly gale along the coast. Shipping urged to stay in port and coastal interests to take precautions. The message closes with several unrelated quotes.

Wilmington N. C Carrabelle Florida Bay St. Louis Mississippi Gulf of Mexico Gulf Coast

No-hate message from Mystic Worker column

The Mystic Worker in Mt Morris Illinois denounces hate and combat as useless in an era of law and order, urging restraint and lawful conduct.

Mt Morris, Ill

Adverts Offer Local Goods And Auto Supplies

Advertisers in the Dispatch reach the substantial people of the city and section. They are subscribers who pay for their paper. L. L. Shepard offers native meats and groceries with delivery. AJAX tires guaranteed in writing for 5,000 miles. Ford car supplies and parts available from W. D. McMillan Jr. 10-12-71.

L. L. Shepard North 4Th Champion X Gemco Ajax Warner Golden Giant W. D. McMillan, Jr North Second Street Ford

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