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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1917
Page
1
An official stance by U.S. authorities is formally announced outlining policy direction and domestic priorities. The statement reflects government position on key issues and signals congressional or administrative alignment toward stated aims.
Washington dispatch outlines core peace condition as restoration of occupied territories and full self determination for peoples harmed by war. Officials say only a comprehensive German reform and acceptance by allied powers can end the conflict. dismemberment rejected and autonomy for Alsace Lorraine Bosnia Herzegovina and other regions advocated.
The $2.51 billion war revenue bill, including an $86 million slate of consumption taxes on tea, coffee, sugar and cocoa, is set for a Senate vote Monday. Louisiana Senators oppose sugar tax as unfair to their state. many oppose due to high prices and limited revenue. The measure also removes a $0.05 theater pass tax, and revenue breaks down to profits, war income, drinks, tobacco, and other items.
J P Lowther, a prominent Savannah resident, was held for Superior Court on a murder charge in the death of Mrs W J Baldwin. Authorities say Dr W H Metts, who died by his own hand this week, had knowledge of the charge.
Colorado Springs Colorado September 8 The second annual hill climb for stock motor cars to Pike s Peak will be staged today Dozens of top American motors compete for honors in the Race above the clouds The climb is expected to improve the highway and lower the time for the ascent
United Press reports Washington D C September 8 Americas first casualty list includes First Lieutenant William T Fitzsimmons U S Medical Corps and Privates Leslie G Woods Rudolph Rubino Jr Oscar C Tugo. Americans lose men to German air strikes on a sleeping hospital camp with bombs and aerial torpedoes. injuries include one probably fatally wounded and both legs blown off. German pilots reportedly dropped Pfennig coins as souvenirs.
Chicago society woman Maude A King died of a bullet near Concord North Carolina while on a motor party. Investigators debate a second shot and rifle discharge while Gaston Means claims a court inquiry. Coroner Hoffman and a physician dispute self defense or accident. Means arrives seeking answers as relatives seek motive and justice.
The War Department confirms the death of Lieut. William M. Fitzsimmons of the U S medical corps from a German air raid on a Red Cross hospital. London reports his death as a medical officer with base hospital number 5 attached to British forces. Richmond reports threats against Mrs. Vina Clark Sear, who accidentally shot Louise Brown, a colored servant girl, as her husband plans to leave Virginia for Wilmington.
United Press reports from the front describe a September bombardment on American hospital camps in France by 360 German aviators. One officer, three privates, and a patient were killed, ten were wounded, and German coins were scattered as souvenirs. Nurses and soldiers showed resolve amid the blast as aid was given and units held posts despite the attack.
Abilene Texas September 8 Fifty six members of the farmers and laborers protective association were indicted by the Federal grand jury on eight counts charging conspiracy to defeat the selective draft law. Trial of the alleged conspirators begins Monday.
England's counter to the Vatican peace note will mirror President Wilson. Lord Cecil indicated Wilson's views align with the allies and will guide England’s response. General aims include negotiating with a democratic Germany and protecting the rights of small nations.
The Dispatch announces the first published list of nominees for a contest with prizes including a $775 Briscoe automobile and other rewards. It notes three contestant classes, urges immediate nominations, and predicts a lively race with non winning subscribers receiving ten percent commissions.
Washington reports that a congressional inquiry begins Monday to fix responsibility for defective cartridge primers sent to General Pershing's expeditionary force. The investigation will cover ammunition quality, with five Democrats and four Republicans on the special committee led by Chairman Dent. Secretary Baker urges blame be fixed to prevent a future disaster.
Washington reports that Holland, pressed for coal and rationed, endures German demands and the American embargo. The Dutch mission says small neutrals suffer and offers proof Holland is not aiding Germany with re export goods. Secretary Vander Weilen says neutral position has been misrepresented.
The subject, referred to as Demon John, suffered a stroke of paralysis at 11 p m tonight in his U S home. Specialists predict he cannot recover and he is expected to linger for about two years before death. His distilleries nationwide have closed or shifted to other lines.
Buenos Aires reports an inevitable demand for the recall of Count Luxburg the German minister to Argentina after United States interceptions reveal his messages through the Swedish foreign office It is also suggested Sweden may be asked to recall its minister Sweden may be pressured to respond to Luxburg disclosures about Argentina and its demands in U boat actions
Washington reports the State Department says the Sweden Argentina matter could affect sending food to Sweden. German diplomacy used Sweden to pass messages between Argentina and Berlin, with Count Luxburg advising Argentina to spare or sink Argentine ships, signaling deep treachery and bungling diplomacy.
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