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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1917
Page
4
The 1917 column notes Senate and House deadlock on the war tax bill. Miss Rankin, lone woman in Congress, is slated to speak at the State fair. Col W H Osborn retires with public praise. A promised sugar reduction of a cent and a half per pound by early next month aims to bolster belief in Mr Hoover.
The War Department reportedly prepares to instruct American troops in jiu jitsu as part of French battle theater. Public mood shifts between assurances of no coal famine this winter and alarming reports of severe mine output shortages.
A critic who vowed to poison troops if drafted is described as a fool yet deserves punishment for his folly. The remark labels the baker as misguided and dangerous, reflecting wartime tensions.
A Fayetteville Observer query asks why Uncle Sam funds service from various sources yet asks newspapers to publish civil service examinations and information as news matter not advertisements. The writer says newspapers are expected to help and most are willing to do their part.
Col. Alex J. Feild is announced as the new State librarian and editor of The State Journal. He promises duties will not interfere with his paper and plans to use publicity to connect the library with the public. The appointment is praised as wise and expected to improve the library’s public role.
The Courier Journal admires the President's call for peace and urges the German people to form a responsible government. It warns that peace is possible only if the Kaiser relinquishes control, otherwise war will intensify. The piece frames the olive branch as aimed at Germans, not the Emperor.
The article reports a secret machine under construction in Orange New Jersey described as a war instrument. Workers never leave the building or contact the outside world and are paid fifteen dollars daily. Rod Carmichael of Dillon South Carolina is among the mechanics, and an ominous note says the device may target German submarines.
The Commoner editorial argues Congress holds war declaration power and budgets finance under a constitutional republic. It praises the President as commander in chief and urges public unity with the administration, criticizing Mr Bryan for opposing the war in 1916. It stresses Americanism and obedience after action.
Military authorities at Spartanburg cantonment tighten security after reports of plans to blow waterworks or poison water. Chief engineer warns poison could enter pumps via sluices. Electric lights are set at vulnerable points as guards detain trespassers seen near the swamp for three nights. Authorities vow swift action against any attackers.
The article warns that the country’s prosperity and money in circulation create danger if people do not save for potential food shortages. It argues many rely on continued prosperity and may not prepare for days when food prices rise higher.
The Central Powers likely to send replies to the Pope within a week. They are predicted to accept the Pope’s proposals as a basis for peace terms. The powers seek to urge neutrals and the public to favor negotiation and to widen Allied resentment and support for war. Germany and Austria hope the move pressures the Allies though they expect no genuine terms.
The Dispatch notes favorable comments from State papers about recent staff changes. It highlights visible improvements and the daily aim to better the paper than the previous day.
The Wilmington Dispatch announces changes in its editorial and news staff after restructuring. General Manager W. E. Lawson retains overall control while Samuel T. Ashe, Walter N. Keener and Louis Goodman join as new staff members, three lawyers.
The Wilmington Dispatch has restructured its staff amid wartime changes yet maintains high standards and steady growth. General manager and managing editor W. E. Lawson, formerly a popular local journalist, is celebrated for his success in Wilmington and is well regarded by the city.
The Wilmington Dispatch reorganizes its editorial team with Samuel T. Ashe named editor in chief succeeding James H. Cowan. W. E. Lawson remains general manager and managing editor. Walter N. Keener becomes news editor Ira F. Cates city editor and Louis Goodman joins as reporter, adding three lawyers to the staff.
The Wilmington Dispatch fills vacancies caused by war losses with Samuel T. Ashe, long known in Raleigh, set to lead the editorial side. The paper aims to deliver a strong, reliable afternoon edition to Wilmington and its environs.
Charlotte Observer reports a staff reorganization at The Dispatch with Sam T. Ashe as editor W E Lawson as managing editor and W N Keener as news editor. Ashe formerly connected with The Observer is praised as a leading North Carolina editorial contributor and the move is seen as an excellent stroke of business by The Observer.
The Greensboro News notes editorials from the Philadelphia Tageblatt and Winston Sentinel urging national resolve during wartime. Judge Jeter C. Pritchard is praised for his speeches uniting diverse groups and urging support for the government. It critiques Russia’s liberal experiment and warns it bred chaotic rivalry and German meddling fears.
Mr Hall Wilson tests sea island cotton on his farm with six spring rows. plants now reach over seven feet and bloom heavily. Greensboro volunteers urged to assist troops at mobilization camps, with 85 registered women invited to welcome troop trains. Livestock committee promotes high grade cattle hogs and sheep for the fair, aided by a New Bern packing plant and possible post fair sale.
Chicago health officials report 139 cases of infantile paralysis under observation. Health Commissioner John Dill cites unmistakable signs of spread and notes that about 60 percent of affected children have died. In the past four days, 20 deaths occur from the disease.
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