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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1917
Page
12
Police headquarters tallies 125 arrests in August with 84 Blacks and 41 Whites. Violations span 14 laws including disorderly conduct assault and battery storebreaking carrying concealed weapons and speeding. Blacks outnumber Whites in most offenses.
The month of August saw a highest temperature of ninety two degrees and 277.1 hours of sunshine out of a possible 114.9. Observer Geo W Felger notes mean relative humidity 85 percent at 8 am, 69 percent at 1 pm, and 80 percent at 8 pm. The mercury peaked once on the first day and fell to 63 on the 27th.
Major Claude L Pridgenfield Sanitary Unit members were seen in street clothes for the weekend with few regulars from Fort Caswell present. Troop C Cavalry left yesterday morning, leaving one unit still visible to commanding officers. No information available last night on when Pridgenfield unit will depart.
Local brief notes list residents and visitors including W J Kerr of Castle in town yesterday on business. S D Strickland left for Warsaw to visit family for the weekend while J I West travels to Mount Dive to spend time with relatives. Will A Sellars departed for Savannah to resume Pullman duties. Kruger of Pieaya visited city for two weeks. county commissioners Know, Nawie and others were in town yesterday for business.
Ex-Sheriff JJ Knox notes Brunswick Commissioners will meet in special session at Southport on September 10 to discuss reopening the ferry issue with New Hanover. Officials seek an equitable plan to operate Market Street ferry, boost Brunswick lands, and connect county interests. Ferry advocates remain optimistic despite Brunswick’s prior rejection of New Hanover terms.
Funeral services for Mrs. Emily C. Holloman wife of J. A. Holloman of 91 Delgado were held this afternoon at 4 o clock from the family residence conducted by Rev W V McRae pastor of Trinity Methodist Church. Interment followed at Delgado Cemetery with pallbearers W M Skipper T A Ward Lloyd Carter J W Wheeler J A Vaughn and J W Leazer.
Motorman R. D. Matthews, driver of the beach car that struck and nearly demolished a five passenger Chevalier owned by W. C. Montgomery of Winter Park, was charged with reckless driving. A warrant was served by Officer Applewhite and Matthews faces a recorder’s hearing Tuesday unless postponed. Police say the beach car was moving at a high rate of speed, with evidence suggesting a substantial impact distance.
Repair work started on the bridge spanning Smiths Creek after the Standard Supply Company secured the contract as lowest bidder. Councilman L. M. Bunting, city purchasing agent, announced the project and stated the work would be rushed to completion under City Council authority.
The Wilmington Trades Council hosts a Labor Day program with a morning parade, beach athletic events, a 6 pm supper at Northrop Cottage, and an evening Harbor Island Auditorium program headlined by Lieutenant Governor O Max Gardner. The event features a patriotic parade, civic group participation, and a detailed musical and athletic schedule with prizes and local officials guiding activities.
James H. Cowan, longtime editorial writer for The Dispatch, receives several months leave to engage in industrial work for Wilmington business interests. He will travel to Washington and major northern cities to promote Wilmington’s industrial growth, supported by a group of local newspaper men. Cowan, former North Carolina Press Association president, is praised by colleagues who present him a engraved gold watch as a sign of their esteem.
Post office hours on Labor Day include stamp window 10 to 11 a m and 5 to 6 p m, general delivery 11 to 12 m and 7 to 8 p m, with one mail delivery and collection. County officers and officials observe the holiday. Recorder's court is closed and county offices stay closed.
The street department completed a new five block road from Fourth Street to the Naul Shipyard Company near Hilton. The project, authorized by City Council, aimed to encourage new enterprises and caused no disruption to supply arrivals at the work site.
The 1917 18 season opens in Wilmington on Saturday afternoon September 15 with Twin Beds at the Academy of Music. Manager Bailey announces a strong lineup including Mizzi Hojos in Pom Pom and Andre a Dipple with The Love Mill plus Al G and many Savage and Howe productions. The season offers afternoon and evening performances and a fluctuating but promising slate of attractions with further adds and possible falls.
War Relief Commission of the Knights of Pythias plans a nationwide appeal to 750 000 members to raise a half million dollars. A mailed letter urges members to donate one dollar each to support troops, families, and the wounded with calls to loyalty and prompt action. The appeal cites fraternal duty and organizing structure across lodges and domains.
Police officer G. W. Bullard has resigned after years of faithful service with the city police department. He plans to return to railroad work, having left that field years ago to join the force. The department and fellow officers will miss his efficient conduct and ready service.
A brief entertainment item notes a musical comedy vaudeville program titled A Happy Combination presented by a big company. Royal this week advertisement highlights shows and performances in a period-voice theatre listing.
City hall announced that a large force will begin repairing Red Cross street from Fifth to James Walker Memorial Hospital tomorrow morning. The street department has been busy lately fixing streets citywide and will continue work after Red Cross is completed.
Yesterday two cases appeared in recorder's court. Fred Stanly, colored, was convicted of assault and paid the costs after harming his wife. A brother of the woman sought to prosecute but later withdrew, failing to move the warrant. Bubber Nelson, a small white boy, faced assault with a deadly weapon. judgment was left open and the case sent to the juvenile docket due to the defendant's youth.
The executive committee of the fifth annual Corn Show Live Stock Conference and Poultry Exhibit will not meet tomorrow at noon as previously announced. Major Joseph W. Little, chairman, said the meeting is rescheduled for Tuesday at noon at the Chamber of Commerce because Labor Day falls on Monday.
A Bijou advertisement announces a girls bill titled Her Nature Dance with Forty Keystone Comedy playing Tuesday at the Bijou for local entertainment.
World renowned accordionist Restivo headlines with Coburns Minstrels for a grand week of performances. The advertisement promotes a full week of concerts and variety acts, inviting audiences to attend at the venue.
Advertisement notes Peggy Jones as the World Champion one legged dancer performing all week. Also promotes Forty Keystone Comedy Girly at The Bijou Tuesday.
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