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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1917
Page
4
A reader notices subscription prices for daily and Sunday papers with both mail and carrier options, including long-term rates and a post office notice. The piece remarks the Chicago mayor outgrows the state governor, criticizes German editors over Wilson’s reply to the Pope, and notes WWI era topics like Gypsies in Ford cars and government bonds. It also mentions Chinese soldiers’ casualties in battles and draws a parallel to General Pershing’s forces.
The author proposes sending pacifists to test their peace making by engaging Carranzistas and Villistas, suggesting they would earn their title if they could close the bloody chasm between the factions.
The source recalls Von Hindenburg suggesting Riga could be captured at will but says the abandoned fortifications now occupied by German forces will likely provoke a loud Berlin press reaction praising a supposed great achievement of German arms.
The Columbia State notes a quiet transition from hopeful spring to ripened late summer harvests around late August. The editorial urges the Federal Department of Health to deploy an expert to diagnose a new disease reported there.
The Record urges Greensboro by praising its status and arguing that warnings about orders to drive out crime may be exaggerated. Some call it sour grapes, but the piece argues the city did well by not hosting a cantonment.
Coalition leaders warn the government they may press for recognition and steps toward peace if their demands are not met. The majority in the Reichstag signals seriousness about enforcing policy.
The text suggests German occupation of Riga and Petrograd will teach Russians and Germans alike. It argues Russians thwarting the provisional government will spur German enthusiasm and support for the war effort. It claims Germany is waging a successful war against its enemies.
President Gompera of the American Federation of Labor emphasizes an American labor stance on the eve of major events. He urges solidarity and readiness for upcoming challenges facing workers nationwide.
The Greensboro News notes scarce minerals in wartime America push interest to Western North Carolina mountains. Prospectors seek mica iron copper sulphur kaolin and marble substitutes with capital eyeing scarcity and higher future prices. Demand may spur renewed mining or reveal larger supplies and better extraction methods after the war.
The British press praises American troops for their appearance and bearing. London outlets describe the U S troops as lean and decisive, a distinct American type, prompting pride in the New York National Guard and admiration from a British reviewing officer.
The passage debates whether Russia would yield to Germany and whether a Hohenzollern ruler could take the throne. It ponders if a restored czarist regime would reemerge as an absolute monarchy if the action succeeds, questioning the monarchy’s fate.
A fragmentary report mentions Kaiser William and a failed attempt at capture described as not proceeding as expected. The text hints at interruptions or misfires in the pursuit, leaving the outcome unclear and the event unresolved.
The Atlantic Coast Line reported for the nine months ended July 31 a gross revenue of 25 262 699 dollars and after taxes net earnings of 6 898 964 dollars. The paper notes labor costs rose and taxes cut into profits, reducing the significance of gross profit as a measure.
In the Senate, LaFollette and his faction seem unaware of their waning support as party whip counts show dwindling backing and signs of a difficult vote ahead.
Local showers have been sporadic hurting young corn and cotton.” The Scottish Chief notes Mrs Charles Lassiter of Snow Hill died at home with her husband buried two weeks earlier leaving three children. New Bern reports Miss Josephine Bradham died in New York after surgery with Mr C D Bradham traveling to bring the body home. Norfolk Southern dispatch office moving from New Bern to Washington will be reinstated here around midmonth.
The Wakulla area prepares for a new flour mill with up-to-date equipment. The report notes substantial wheat production this year and forecasts a doubling of output next season, signaling economic benefit for the region.
Burgaw schools opened yesterday under Superintendent Prof W R Smithwick who arrived last week to finalize plans. The main building is in good shape after vacation repairs, and the new auditorium should be ready for occupancy by October 1.
The New Bernian Tom Watson sustains a black eye and his publication The Jeffersonian will be shipped by express freight. The incident halts regular mail delivery and affects the paper's distribution.
Fred P Latham of Belhaven is praised as a leading state farmer and noted for his election to the presidency of the Farmers’ Convention. The Pender Chronicle comments on Allied war aims and the price paid in sacrifices if peace would leave Germany dominant over Belgium France Serbia and others.
The Asheville Times records a spokesman of public sentiment who agrees with President Wilson that lasting peace requires continuing the war until autocracy is removed. The piece reflects nation wide desire for durable peace and the belief that victory over tyranny is essential.
Durham Herald notes eight thousand youngsters visited four city playgrounds, proving the small spend on equipment and grounds upkeep for the kids was wise as the community grows into a city.
A Scottish voice asserts that government must regulate coal price to prevent suffering and deny monopolization of coal iron oil and land. Resources are God given and not creations of man, with only conversion costs allowed for serving small needs.
Leading negroes of the Baptist faith gather in Muskogee for the national convention. Several thousand delegates and visitors attend as sessions begin tomorrow and run through the week, drawing participants from across the country.
A meeting of the Local Community Service League lays out plans for fall and winter wartime work. Committees include Education Farm Progress Co operative Marketing Health Social Life and Recreation. Goals emphasize self sufficiency from farms and keeping schools and health programs active with recreation and even motion pictures.
Mrs John S Cunningham president of the North Carolina Equal Suffrage Association uses Durham Dispatch columns to declare the National American Woman Suffrage Association non partisan and non militant. She denounces picketing, urges press restraint, and affirms support for equal suffrage amid protests by a few activists.
Train times list Wilmington to Florence Sumter Orangeburg Augusta and Atlanta with last through connection. Returning train leaves Atlanta at 8:35 P M arriving Wilmington at 12 50 noon passengers may stay in Union Depot until 7 00 A M for through connections to Chicago Cincinnati St Louis etc. For fares and tickets contact T C White General Passenger Agent Wilmington NC Atlantic Coast Line The Standard Railroad of the South.
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