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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1917
Page
4
The item notes Chicago faces a coal shortage with a coal wave ahead. It urges readers to attend Governor Bickett's speech at the Academy of Music that night, and quotes a prompt from the Waiser about Alsace Lorraine being taken by France. The piece reflects wartime sentiment and public notices in Wilmington.
A New Bern reflection notes relief at eggs priced at fifty cents per dozen and credits local sentiment. The piece also recalls a three word alliteration that helped defeat a presidential candidate years ago.
Reported betting on Hylan’s election shows two to one and three to one odds in New York. The same backers who set these odds are likely to have funds to contribute to the campaign.
Tar Hieela suggests converting thousands of rabbit skins and fur into usable goods rather than discarding them. He argues there is a strong incentive to find textile or craft applications to prevent waste and supply materials for the community.
The Means-King cases, once a source of much excitement, appear forgotten but may be revived soon. Means is set for trial in the Superior Court in a few weeks, signaling a renewed legal spotlight and pending proceedings.
The piece notes how residents in Charlotte may grow proud as officials visit, with Assistant Secretary Moyle set to speak tomorrow. It asserts that indifferent citizens hinder national affairs and counters German claims on America’s war impact. It mentions Cabinet members visiting and the aura of importance around federal visits.
The text argues that Germany and Austria are near exhaust of gold reserves and face limited borrowing options. Tax pressure is high and ongoing war costs require substantial cash, with no country able to supply funds for long.
Citizens are advised to attend Governor Bickett's address tonight and arrive early to avoid crowding. The governor is highly popular in Wilmington and is expected to draw a large audience regardless of the topic.
The first mutiny in the German navy is followed by serious sailor revolts as crews refuse service on submarines amid fears for fate at sea. Austrian sailors mutiny after brutal officer treatment. on the Western front Teuton troops suffer repeated defeats and harsh conditions fueling despair and possible wider mutinies.
The President Signs an executive order enacting the Trading with the Enemy Act, granting broad powers over exports imports and cross border financial transfers. The act makes it a crime to aid an enemy or ally or their agents, extending to those acting for Austria Bulgaria or Turkey, and could reach German spies in the United States.
Superior Court Judge Cline based in Hickory says he will not seek another term. The decision ends his current tenure and marks retirement from the bench.
The writer questions Germany's Gulf of Riga operation against Russia as a strategic ruse, noting the move seems unlikely to threaten the eastern front and suggesting a hidden objective not yet disclosed to outsiders. The piece argues Germany could defeat Russians on any chosen front, making the Riga action puzzling.
Governor Bickett convened county sheriffs to promote Liberty bonds. The in person appeal inspired immediate action as sheriffs return home ready to map campaigns in rural districts, aiming to place many bonds where outreach was scarce. New Hanover Sheriff quickly organized plans and began work.
A District of Columbia judge holds a man may slap his wife if he wakes to find her rifling his pockets. The ruling sparks widespread reaction, as readers across several papers weigh in on personal rights and wartime conduct.
The Charlotte Observer erroneously cited Merklen burg county as Andrew Jackson’s birthplace and says its next issue will credit Union county after Monroe papers. The piece notes no fear of South Carolina press over a second error and rush to correct.
A large shipment of Buster Brown Hose for children arrived yesterday, overdue by a month and a half. The store bought the hosiery last winter at a moderate price and will offer it to patrons at 25 cents per pair in black white and tan sizes.
Advertisement highlights suits priced at 25 dollars with details about fabrics styles and sizes available. The item showcases include tailored fits and formal wear options for men suitable for business or social events.
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