Record opposes Graham Senate bid by University alumni
The Hickory Record dismisses talk of Dr Edward K Graham running for the U S Senate to replace Overman. It argues Graham should stay as UNC president, serving North Carolina better in that role than in politics. It warns alumni against involving the university in campaigns.
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Tom
Edward K. Graham
Senate
Overman
Graham
United States
Chapel Hill
Wilson
Block the trains carrying soldiers or war materials
A reader warns that interrupting military shipments by rail is an act of hostility to the government. The note also reminds readers Thursday is the last day to mail a letter without a three cent stamp.
Man Urges Passport Exit for Those Opposing Government
A figure confronts dissent by demanding individuals who oppose government protection obtain their passports and relocate to a country whose governance aligns with their preferences, framing it as a test of loyalty and allegiance.
Hindersburg Seeks Strategic Line Abroad
The passage notes Hindersburg may struggle to justify seeking a strategic line far from home if he cannot discover it among his own hungry and discontented countrymen.
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Hindersburg
Captain Kidd compared to German submarine captains
The Gaston Transcript argues descendants of Captain Kidd should seek an injunction against labeling German submarine captains as pirates. It notes Kidd did not drown women and children with a vessel load, and suggests some U boat commanders might rank as greater buccaneers.
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Gaston Transcript
Captain Kidd
German Pressure on Liberty Bond Failure in South America
The piece notes German interest in the second Liberty loan failing and praises Greek residents of Charlotte for patriotic support. It also cites John Barrett on Germany's potential influence in South America and highlights counties like Pitt, Pergon, and Cumberland surpassing their quotas, with rural districts generally meeting duties. It then discusses Governor Bickett, Dr. Alexander, and the Virginian Pilot's editorial stance on wartime loyalty and political appointments.
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Observer
John Barrett
Germany
South America
Pitt County
Pergon
Cumberland
The
Norfolk Virginian-Pilot
Bickett
H. Q. Alexander
Farmers’ Congress
Doctor UN
The Italian Defeat and American Duty in War
The article argues Italy's defeat proves Germany’s strong resistance and demands greater Allied effort. It warns France Britain and the United States must intensify mobilization, urging every American to support the war effort and distinguish patriot from slacker as the nation prepares for a tougher, bloodier struggle.
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France
Great Britain
United States
Mr. Wilson
America
Italy
Old fashioned protester hunts for blind tiger during prohibition
In a local scene a man derides prohibition and complains he cannot find a blind tiger to deliver alcohol, showing ongoing frustration and humor over the era’s ban.
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Monroe Enterprise
Champ Clark Withdraws Charge Over Liberty Loan Interference
The Missouri statesman admitted his impulsive accusation against New York financial interests aimed at harming the Liberty Loan was premature. The remark drew criticism as a hasty, unsupported claim in national finance debates.
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Harlotte Observer
Champ Clark
New York
Missouri Statesman
Woman's role expands beyond home in wartime era
In a New Bern Sun Journal piece the author recalls old beliefs about women's place in the home but notes shifts due to recent times and the war, arguing women now participate in every line of business as progress continues.
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New Bern
County government debate shifts to salary system
The Winston Sentinel notes the North Carolina club at State University studies economic and political issues and focuses on county officer pay. It urges continued discussion to move counties away from the fee basis toward a salary system, praising Forsyth and others adopting the change.
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State University
Forsyth
State News Bits From North Carolina Localities
The Dunn Dispatch reports a fatally shot man dying in Fayetteville on Saturday after being shot Thursday by Troy Monds who fled the area while on $300 bond. Meantime Geo. P. McKay, soon to France with the Aero Squadron, arrives in Dunn briefly from San Antonio. A Mecklenburg farmer sold a hog for 107.60 to a local butcher as demand for staples rises with Liberty Loan implications. The News Reporter received a letter from former county attorney E. G. Brown now in the United States Army at Chattanooga with a photo of sharpshooters, hinting at bold Allied efforts.
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Troy Monds
Fayetteville
Monds
Dunn
Dunn Dispatch
Geo. P. McKay
San Antonio
Texas
France
Aero Squadron
Mecklenburg County
Charlotte Observer
E. G. Brown
United States Army
Chattanooga
Tenn
Tc. Brown
Uncle Sam
Whiteville
Darken Your Gray Hair With La Creole Dye
An advertisement touts La Creole Hair Dressing to restore natural dark color to gray or faded hair. It promises dandruff and hair loss reduction, flush results by bedtime, and a money back guarantee. Sold by Jerman & Futrelle Drug Co or mailed for $1.25 via Van Vleet Drug Co Memphis Tenn.
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van Vleet Drug Co
Memphis
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Government price controls should curb production costs
The writer argues that if the government fixes sale prices it must also regulate production costs. Coal and railroad disputes show strikes for higher wages. interfering with production is an act against the government, especially during war, and those who strike the striker should be arrested and punished.
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Duplin
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