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Newspaper

Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1916

Page

5

Board Upheld Nesbitt Action On Infantile Paralysis Quarantine

The Board of Health in special session upheld Dr. Charles Nesbitt's decision to quarantine a three year old girl in a densely populated city area amid debate over whether the child really has infantile paralysis. Petitions from neighbors urged relocation to a less crowded area, while officials argued the risk was not greater than that faced by others farther away.

Board of Health Charles T. Nesbill Araner Street E. M. Jewey Shane W. A. McGirt William E. Worth Orange Street Z. W.whitehead Nesbitt J. W. Trooper Hooper Kelly James Walker Hospital French Academy of Medicine Johns Hopkins University Siine Whitt P. B Crammer Whitehead Nehirt

Hearing on Pamlico Tar rivers channel improvement in North Carolina

Vaior A. E. Waldron of the United States Army Corps of Engineers announces a public hearing in Washington North Carolina on November 16 in the Federal Court room to discuss deepening and widening the Pamlico and Tar rivers to 11 or 12 feet with broader channels. Interested parties may attend or submit written views for the record.

Vaior A. E. Waldron Corps of En- Surers United States Army Washington, D. C Pamlico Tar Washington N. C Greenville Congress Lemlico Tar Rivers North Carolina Benow Washington Tarboro Washington, N. C Federal Court Room Post‘ies

Rally Tonight at Court House for Wilson Campaign

The Wilson Club Executive Committee appeals for urgent donations to reach a $5,000 county fund goal. Despite $4,241 raised, a $750 shortfall remains as Woodrow Wilson Day runs nationwide with a rally slated at the County Court House in Wilmington. County leaders note contributions vary from $1 to $5 with The New York Cafe and local supporters among the contributors. organizers pledge no fall in fundraising and expect a strong turnout to hear a message from the President.

Wilson Club New Hanover Tipperary Woodrow Wilson Prsident Wilson J.A. McNorton George C. Jackson D. H. Howes, Jr Rocky Point N.C Futch Cee

Funeral services for Henry A. Burr Sr.

Funeral services for the late Henry A. Burr Sr. will be held at St James Episcopal Church at 3 30 this afternoon with Rev G F Hill in charge. Interment will be in Oakdale Cemetery. Pallbearers named with honorary and active lists include Eugene Martin Dr Andrew Harriss and others.

Henry A. Burr St. James’ Episcopal Church William H. Milton St. Louis G. F. Hill Oakdale Cemetery

Electric Shock at Organ Hits Byron Derr in Church

In Woodland California on October 27 Byron Derr received an electric shock while playing the organ at a Catholic church. His head touched the organ motor switch supplying air to the pipes, rendering him unconscious briefly. He recovered quickly without the congregation noticing.

Woodland Cal Byron Derr Derr

Professor Williams Addresses Rural School Teachers Meeting

Prof L A Williams of the University of North Carolina spoke at the New Hanover County Rural School Teachers Association meeting at Hemenway School at 10 30 am on reforming the reading circle. He noted statewide university involvement and urged ongoing teacher development and professional standards.

L. A. Williams University of North Carolina New Hanover County Ers North Carolina State Board of Edcition Williams Wilmington Professor Williams Washington Catlett Public Instruction Catlett

Pamlico District Union meets at Dock Street Church

The Pamlico District Union of the Disciples of Christ, with 19 churches including New Bern Orienta l Bridgeton Grantsboro and Bethany, meets Dock Street Christian Church November 4–5. Program covers worship, devotions, addresses, reports, Sunday school, communion, Mexican geography and history talks, solos, recitations, and invitations for next convention.

Pamlico Union of Disciples of Christ Pamlico District Dsciples of Christ Dock Street New Bern Oriental Bridgeton Grantsboro Bethany L. E L. Allen

Democratic rally in Fifth ward draws over 200 supporters

A two hour Democratic meeting at the corner of Fifth and Castle streets drew more than 200 Wilson sympathizers. Chairman Thomas E. Cooper urged registration and voting, stressing last day to register, with speakers including L Clayton Grant D J Fergus Cyrus D Hogue and local officials praising party achievements and calling for broader support.

Fifth Ward Fifth and Castle Streets Delgado Democratic Party Thomas E. Cooper Democratic Executive Committee Mr. Wilson Hughes Cooper Claude Cashwell New Hanover T. D. Warren State Executive Committee D. J. Fergus Republican Party Wilson Fergus Cyrus D. Hogue Court House

Local officials and cleric travel updates after court and meetings

District Attorney J. O. Carr and secretary E. W. Stone returned from Federal Court in New Bern. Thomas E. Wallace former postmaster addressed Republican voters in Brunswick county. Rev. J. S. Crowley expected back from Salisbury to preach at Hallsboro Presbyterian tomorrow after attending the Synod meeting there.

J. O. Carr E. W. Stone New Bern Thomas E. Wallace Farmer’s Brunswick County J. S. Crowley Salisbury Hallsboro Presbyterian Church Crowley Synod

Oxford Orphanage Singing Class Delights Masonic Temple Audience

Members of the Oxford Orphanage Singing Class performed last evening at the Masonic Temple before a large crowd. The program showcased strong singing, recitations, and solos by Pattie Jackson, Cam Daniel, and Mary Kennedy, with many pieces featuring the entire class and several named performers.

Oxford Masonic Temple Pattie Jackson Cam Daniel Mary Kennedy Mary Baldwin Matilda Benefield Matilda Benfield Dorothy Coker Estelle Hartsell Cleona Minshew Gladys Perry Frances Sykes Messrs Grover Cole Clem Daniel Otis Rhodes Gid Sutton E.S. Hosmer de Skeeter T. M. Gordon My Neighbor and I H. C. Eldridge J. W. Foley Selo J. C. Macy Watchin Sparkin F. E. Brooks Frederic Cowen Hein Elsie Girmoer St. Nicholas Tokio Fischer Patsy Barnes Gideon Paul Lawrence Dunbar Mammy Dorak Spross New Will Carleton Adam _ Gaibel The Girls of Seville L. Denza Marilda Benefield Martilda Benefield Jerome Estell Hartsell Noddin Paul c Lawrence Dunbar Meredith Class

Traffic Officer Suffered Broken Toe in Collision

A police motorcycle ridden by Officer A L Long collided with pedestrian Mr L Herring on South Fourth street last night. Long sustained a broken toe and was taken home at 1014 South Second Street. Herring escaped serious injury and was moved to his home at 910 South Fourth Street after brief hospital care. The accident occurred as the officer rode slowly and struck Mr Herring who was crossing. The motorcycle’s weight bore down on the officer’s toe.

A. L. Long Mr. L. Herring South Fourth Street Mr. Herring Officer Long South Second Street James Walker Memorial Hospital

Scotch Presbyterian Church to Celebrate 160th Anniversary

New York clergymen outline a week long observance for the 160th founding of the Scotch Presbyterian Church. The program opens tomorrow morning with a sermon by Dr. John A. Marquis president of Coe College and moderator of the General Assembly.

New York Scotch Presbyterian Church John A. Marquis Coe College General Assembly

Church notices from First Corner Fifth and Market streets

Baptist churches report Sunday services with Rev. John Jeter Hurt at 11 am and 7:30 pm, Sunday School at 9:45 am, and youth unions. Calvary's pastor J A Sullivan leads 11 am and 7:30 pm services with 9:45 am School and junior programs. Delgado Mission holds 11:15 am Sunday School and 7:30 pm worship with Seed Sowing topic. All are welcome.

Fifth and Market Streets John Jeter Hurt D. D Calvary J. A. Sullivan J. W. Hollis

Presbyterian Church Services at Third and Orange

Rev J M Wells D D pastor leads Sunday School 9 45 am preaching 11 am and 8 pm Christian Endeavor meets intermediate 330 pm junior 4 pm senior Tpom mid week prayer 8 pm Wednesday public invited to all services

Third Orange Streets J. M. Wells D. D Christian Endeavor Tpom

St Andrews Service Times Posted by Pastor

Morning service at 11 a.m. and evening service at 8 p.m. Junior Christian Endeavors at 4 p.m. Seniors at 7 15 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m. Rev. Dr. A D Mc Clure, pastor, invites all to attend at St Andrews Corner Fourth and Campbell streets.

St. Andrews Fourth Campbell Streets A. D. McClure

Fifth Avenue Church Services Schedule

Rev. John H. Shore presides with a morning sermon by Rev. G. P. Pate at 11 o clock. Evening services at 7:30 led by Mr. J. B. Huntington. Sunday School at 9:45. Epworth League Tuesday 8 pm. Bible Study Wednesday 8 pm. Hymn O Come Let Us Worship and Bow Down Let Us Kneel Before the Lord Our Maker.

Fifth Avenue John H. Shore G. P. Pate J. B. Huntington Epworth League

Grace Church Services With Pastor Plyler

Grace at the corner of Fourth avenue and Grace street announces Sunday worship with Rev. M. T. Plyler at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The evening sermon is titled The Orator not a Healer. Sunday School begins at 7:44 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.

Grace Fourth Avenue Grace Street M. T. Plyler

St. Pauls Episcopal Services Open to All

Sunday services at St. Pauls Sixteenth and Market include Holy Communion at 7 30 a m and 9 45 a m Sunday School at 11 a m and Evening Prayer and sermon at 8 p m by Rev G F Hill assistant priest of St James church All seats free Rector Rev E DeF Heald Jr issues a cordial welcome.

St. Paul's Sixteenth Market Streets G. F. Hill St. James’ Church E. Def. Heald, Jr

St. John's Church and Mission Invite All to Services

St. John's at Third and Red Cross hosts Holy Communion at 7 30 a m sermon at 11 00 a m Sunday School at 4 p m Evening prayer at 5 p m Seats free All are invited St John s Mission 1313 North Fourth Street with Superintendent J Edwin Bunting Sunday School 9 30 a m Service every Wednesday 8 p m All are cordially invited

St. John's Third Red Cross Streets W. E. Cox St. John’s Mission North Fourth Street J. Edwin Bunting

Dock Street Services Outline Week Schedule

Preaching at 11 a.m. by Rev. W A Davis. C W E M session at 7 30 p m led by Miss Etta Young. Special Sunday School at 10 led by Supt George L Hu band. Christian Endeavor at 6 45 p m. The public is invited to attend all services.

Dock Street W. A. Davis Etta Young George L. Huband Christian Endeavor

Reformation Celebration at St Pauls Lutheran Church

St Pauls Lutheran Church at Market and Sixth observes the 399th anniversary of the Reformation with morning sermon at 11 o clock titled Building The Temple of God. Rev F B Clausen is pastor and directs services.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church Market and Sixth Streets F. B. Clausen

Sunday School Attendance Rises Across City Churches

Two thousand five hundred thirty seven persons attended Sunday School last Sunday, with Baptist near the lead and Methodists aiming to match that turnout. Notable enrollments include First First Baptist 413, Grace Methodist 200, St Pauls Lutheran 230, and First Presbyterian 274, among others.

Baptist St. Paul's Luthern Grace Methodist Fifth Avenue Methodist Bladen Street Methodist Castle Heights Methodist Trinity Methodist First Presbyterian Immanuel Presbyterian St. Andrews’ Presbyterian Firat First Baptist Southside Baptist Calvary Baptist Delgado Baptist

Tigers and Athletics win opening Basketball League games

In the opening night at the Y M C A court the Tigers beat the Americans 21 to 6 while the Athletics defeated the Americans 16 to 10. The contests featured strong second halves and steady shooting led by Applewhite Huband and N. E. Davis for the winners.

Tigers Athletics Americans Walker Hanson Shepard McFadyen Solomon Galagher Myers Shephard Applewhite Huband Connie Mack Red Sox Whitehead Rich Davis Kenneth N. E. Davis C. W. Davis Lewis Farmer Cameron K. Davis Dipinsky Little

Moses And Luther Study Announcement And Society Meetings

An old notices page invites public to an 8 p m study of Moses and Luther followed by Sunday School at 3 30 p m. The Men s Missionary Society meets Monday at 3 30 p m and the Christian Association gathers at 8 p m in the evening.

Moses Luther Mengert Missionary Society The Christian Association

St Matthew's English Evangelist Services and Schedule

Rev G W McClanahan leads St Matthew's at Fourth and Harnett with services at 11 am and 730 pm The sermons are Some Causes of the Reformation and Do We Act Fair With God Sunday School begins at 10 am Cathedral classes are Friday at 330 pm and 8 pm A cordial welcome is extended to all to attend.

St. Matthew's English Evangelist Fourth and Harnett Streets G. W. McClanahan

Schedule of Masses at St. Mary's Pro Cathedral

The note lists services at St. Mary's Pro Cathed ral at Fifth and Anne streets with a first mass at 7 p m high mass at 10 30 and vesper service with benediction at 8 p m led by Very Rev C Dennen rector.

St. Mary's Pro-Cathedral Fifth and Anne Streets C. Dennen

Also Mentioned on This Page

Oakdale William the City Graded School Christian Church J. W. San Ders L. E. al Len L. T. Right R. E. Holton J. A. Moore J. R. Lee George E. Green Mexico Tion George A. Moore L. Clayton Grant, Esq Cape Fear Brunswick Wilmington Savings & Trust Company Princess Str Methodist Christian Lutheran S. S Catholic
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