University of North Carolina celebrates 124th birth anniversary
The University of North Carolina marked 124 years with addresses by Gov. Thomas Walter Bickett and President Edward K. Graham. A military review by the Governor preceded academic processions, with greetings from alumni groups across the United States.
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Chanel Hill
N. C
University of North Carolina
Thomas Walter Bickett
Edward K. Graham
United States
Grinam
Tio
Graham
University
Bingham
Mary Lily Kenan
Bickett
Germany
Theatre review highlights Royal run by Herman Lewis
Herman Lewis and his Virginia Beauties delighted capacity crowds at the Royal with a musical comedy bill. Narold Pate debuts in blackface with a notable bass solo, the Old Dominion Quartet shines, and lavish costumes and scenery elevate the production for today and tonight's final performances.
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Herman Lewis
Virginia
the Royal
Narold Pate
Old Dominion
Woman in White at Grand Promises faithful drama
The editorial notes The Woman in White at the Grand tomorrow is a faithful dramatic screen version of Wilkie Collins novel. It cites audience appeal for both regular moviegoers and general readers, arguing the film’s fame will draw broad interest.
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the Grand
Wilkie Collins
Motion Picture News
Jime
William A. Johnston
New Orleans
Wakefield
Goldsmith
Dickens
Tolstoy
Thackervy
Ibsen
Eastern Carolina Wheat Push Prompts Planting Surge
Hertford Oct 18. North Carolina wheat growers are urged to follow Thomas Nixon who farmed five acres and harvested 201 bushels last year. Nixon shared grain with neighbors and the First National Bank at Elizabeth City has bought 1,000 bushels for seed distribution in Pasquotank county as eastern NC increases wheat planting this season.
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Hertford
North Carolina
Thos. Nixon
Nixon
Elizabeth Cay
First National Bank
Pasquotank County
Fat Rabbits in Chatham County Stir Food Conservation
North Carolina food conservation notes a thriving rabbit industry in Chatham County. Siler City reports 16 382 rabbits shipped last year earning 2457 30 dollars at about 15 cents per rabbit, a notable 250 percent profit. The season runs November 1 to February 1, rabbits average two pounds, and most are trapped in boxes and gums.
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Siler City
Chatham County
Chatham
Sage and Sulphur Hair Darkening Remedy
An old home mixture Sage Tea and Sulphur has been commercialized as Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound. A bottle costs about 59 cents and promises natural, even darkening of gray hair with repeated applications. The ad notes it is a cosmetic, not a medical cure.
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Wyeth
The Rabbit Crop In North Carolina Outlook
The supply of rabbits in North Carolina is strong with more than 20 000 Chatham rabbits shipped last year and harvest likely over 30 000. Analysts estimate 60 000 pounds of meat from 30 000 rabbits and say widespread rabbit use could free millions of pounds of pork and beef for export to Allied forces.
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North Carolina
Uncle Sam
Preacher Dismissed for Pacifist Activities
Santa Barbara cleric Rev. George Y. Greenfield was declared vacant by the Congregational Citizen Society after alleged pacifist activities. The vote tally was 91 to 50 with Greenfield having attended several pacifist meetings in southern California.
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Associated Press
Santa Barbara
Cal
George Y. Greenfield
Congregational Ciuzen Society
Greenfield
Maxton Drives Liberty Bond Drive and Farm Loans
Maxton North Carolina October 15 Maj A J McKinnon chairman appeals to Maxton school district divisions to canvass for Liberty loan subscriptions. Mayor Armstrong aids the effort with four minute talks at Fotosho theatre with A P Mitchell. Ladies Aid holds rummage sale raising funds for church insurance premiums. W C Hammer appraiser for the Farm Loan Bank reviews property offered by Maxton National Farm Association, with about 40000 dollars in farm improvement applications pending.
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A. J. McKinnon
J. M. Armstrong
Fotosho Movie Theatre
A. P. Mitchell
Ladies Aid Society
First Baptist Church
W. C. Hammer
Farm Loan Bank
Columbia
S. C
Parisian Sage Ad Promises Hair Growth Cure
An advertorial claims dandruff causes baldness and promotes Parisian sage as the guaranteed remedy. It touts an antiseptic liquid that stops itching and falling hair, promises new growth, and refunds the cost if unmet. It asserts the product won’t color hair and urges immediate use.
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R. R. Bellamy
Prominent TM Duplin Farmer Dies While Squirrel Hunting
Lon Enniss, a well known farmer from Wallace North Carolina, was found dead in a swamp near his brother’s home after an all night search. Doctors ruled death from natural causes and no foul play was suspected. Enniss leaves a widow eight children and extended family.
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Dispatch
Wallace
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Here
Mr. Enniss
Death
Biggest Army Shoe Order Placed For Wars Effort
The War Department awarded an enormous order for army shoes totaling 22,550,600 dollars. The price per pair was fixed at 4.65 by the government through the Council of Nations Defense, with manufacturing distributed to several U.S. factories.
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Associated Press
Washington
Ti War Jenarenent
Esnimier
Tcxver
Council of Nations Defense
Darken Your Gray Hair with La Creole Hair Dressing
Advert reads La Creole hair dressing promises to restore natural dark shade to gray or faded hair. It claims elimination of dandruff and hair loss with nightly application and offers money-back guarantee via Jarman & Vutrelle Drug Co. or Van Vleet Drug Co. Memphis Tennessee for $1.20.
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van Vleet Drug Co
Memphis
Tenn
Exelonto Medicine Co
Genen
Sall
Madicine
Atlanta, Ga
Every Liberty Bond Aims at German Submarine Target
Liberty Bond drive urges the public to fund wartime efforts by targeting the submarine that torpedoed our patrol boat. Officials press for immediate participation to thwart U-boat threats and support naval defense.
Coast Line Hotel Cafe Offers Meals and Rooms
Coast Line Hotel Cafe advertises rooms by day week or month at reasonable rates and meals at any hour. Fresh oysters fish and shrimps are served. Located at 208 North Front Street with phone contact 208 W.
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Coast Line Hotel
North Front Street
Train Schedule Change for Wilmington Services
Effective 12:01 a m October 21 trains adjust times. No 55 to Florence departs 3 20 p m instead of 3 45 p m. No 54 from Florence west and south arrives Wilmington 1 00 p m instead of 12 50 noon. Adv.
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Florence
Progressive Railway of
Harlatte
Cially
Chae
Cha Lottan
No Cure for Riggs Disease Promised by Dentists or Doctors
A report contrasts dentist and physician views on riggs disease a gum illness tied to catarrh and cold bugs The article notes observable benefits from using pyrotrigy a medicated massage unguentum sold for one dollar by Jarman & Futrelle Wilmington and available at best drug stores This item reads as a health ad style claim with medical opinion and product promotion.
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New York
N. Y
Best Drug
Jarman & Futrelle
Wilmington
Foreclosure Sale of Wilmington Property by Mechanics Home Association
Mechanics' Home Association announces a foreclosure sale in New Hanover County on October 22, 1917 at noon. The property, in the southeast quarter of lot 3, block 41, City of Wilmington, will be sold at public auction for cash to satisfy the mortgage on Charles Nisop and Martha Nixon’s deed, due to default.
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Charles Nisop
Martha Nixon
Register of Deeds
New Hanover County
Mechanics’ Home Association
Court House
Lew Hanover
Twelfth Street
Dawson Street
Wilmington
N. C
Southern Railway shortens Sleeping Car Line to Goldsboro route
The Winston-Salem Morehead City Beaufort Sleeping Car line will be shortened to Winston-Salem Goldsboro. Effective with the last cars into and out of Beaufort Sunday Aug 12 the change applies to trains 232 112 and 111 237. Details from Southern Railway System Agents or Passenger Agent J Co Jones Raleigh N C.
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Winston-Salem-Morehead City-Beaufort
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