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Wilmington Dispatch

Location

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1917

Page

5

Experts Demonstrate Fat-Back Smoking For Edible Menhaden

United States Bureau of Fisheries officials Messrs Arthur Orr and T Van de Bogert plan to bring a portable smoke house to Morehead City and later to this city to show dealers and fishermen how fat-back menhaden can be smoked and dried into tasty nourishing food. The program aims to convert discarded fish into edible supply, aiding conservation amid rising demand and boosting local fish use.

Messrs Arthur Orr T. van de Bogert United States Bureau of Fisheries Morehead City Fed New Hanover County Messrs. Orr and Bogert Virginia North Carolina Morehead

Y W C A Plans Major Membership Drive

After new members. The Y W C A prepares for a broad season. Physical education will draw prospects as the drive starts in a few days with captains leading matron's class busi ness High School girls and younger children. Fees vary by group. A big social event opens the season on October 1.

J. T. Runge J. B. Sidbury Elizabeth LeGwin James Tayior

Trolley Collides With Auto at Front and Chestnut

A northbound trolley car collided with the machine driven by Mr. Aubrey Parsley at Front and Chestnut streets yesterday around noon. The fender bent. no one injured and damage described as trifling.

Aubrey Parsley Front Chestnut

Magnolia wreck now cleared up and repairs advance

Damage from last week’s heavy rains disrupted the Atlantic Coast Line with the Magnolia wreck now cleared. Trestles at Magnolia are rebuilt. local Wilmington trains ran to Magnolia last night, and full through service is expected to resume within a day or two as remaining trestles are finished. Officials estimate improvements will restore the line after severe flooding.

Atlantic Magnolia Wilmington

Brunswick and Onslow Drafted Men Depart For Camp Jackson

Thirty eight Brunswick and Onslow county men left for Camp Jackson Columbia to join training under the selective draft. Captain Marcellus Cox led the Brunswick quota with Roland Mintz as lieutenant and a list of forty plus names. the Onslow group traveled by noon train from New Bern and joined the same transfer, eager to serve in the national army.

Brunswick’ County Camp Jack Columbia Ss. Co Brunswick Atlantic Coast Line N. C Marcellus Cox Roland Mintz Harry Dosher B. R. Sellers J. B. Gore D. R. Cliff Carl Danforth G. B. Skipper Roney Jarrell E. J. Skipper Harry Piggott John H. Erickson H. D. Fulford A. W. Williams L. P. Reynolds E. H. Nelson George Milliken Herbert Rabon Fred McDonald Raleigh Lewis Q. A. Simmons Kenneth Benton R. Ganey J. H. Wilson B. B. Smith J. W. Nelson J. T. Ballard E. I. Nelson John Carlisle L. W. Anthony W.T National Army New Bern

World representative in city to gather Bingham case details

Ross D. Whytock of The New York World arrived in the city to obtain information on the Bingham matter amid circulating rumors. He recently covered the King tragedy in Concord North Carolina and has prior experience as The World’s Berlin correspondent before diplomatic ties with Germany were severed.

Ross D. Whytock City Bingham New York World Whytock Concord N. C Germany Gerard Berlin

Whisky Case Against Negro Woman Was Continued

In Recorder's court two cases with six defendants were heard briefly. Ellen Jones, a negro woman, faced a prohibition violation charge and was granted a continuance bonded for appearance Tuesday morning. William Quick, colored, stood before the court on a driving ordinance violation. judgment was suspended upon costs, which were later remitted.

Recorder’s Court Ellen Jones Neiner William Quick

Brunswick Man Appointed Deputy Clerk of Superior Court

Mr A N Inman of Brunswick County has been appointed deputy clerk of the Superior court by Major W N Harriss and will begin duties early next week. He will fill the post left by Miss Josephine Harriss who resigns to become stenographer in the Durham county clerk's office. Miss Harriss departs Sunday for Durham.

Brunswick Major Harriss Brunswick County Superior Court W. N. Harriss Cerk Inman Josephine Harriss W. H. Young Durham County Superior Court Miss Harriss Durham

Missing North Carolina youth Nathan Bell seeks family help

Nathan Bell, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Bell of 2009 Woolcott Avenue, has disappeared prompting concern from relatives. An advertisement with his likeness ran in The News and Observer yesterday noting he has been mentally unwell and that misunderstanding may risk harm.

Nathan Bell J. M. Bell Woolcott Avenue News and Observer Yesetrday

Holy Communion Observed at St John’s Church

Today marks the Feast of St Matthew Ember Day. Holy communion was observed at 10 o clock this morning. An intercession service is planned for 5 30 p m with the Litany to be sung at the evening service. All are invited to attend.

St. John’s Church Matthew

Aging Man J W Moore Dies At 68 At Home In Currie Interment Planned

Mr J W Moore aged 68 of 704 Dawson street died at his home this morning after a lingering illness attributed to old age. Survived by five sons and one daughter, his remains will be taken to Currie North Carolina for funeral and interment tomorrow. The community extends sympathy to the bereaved family. His sons include R B Moore M M Moore W C Moore J J Moore and N L Moore. daughter Mrs A S Biggs resides in the city.

Currie J. W. Moore Dawson Street N.C Messrs R. B M. M. Moore Pender County W. C

Dr Seth Arnold’s Bal Sam Ad Wise Cure Ad

Advertisement touting Dr Seth Arnold’s Bal Sam as a remedy for sudden attacks and bowel complaints. Licensed by J H Hardin. Stresses household use and quick relief.

Seth Arnold J. H. Hardin

Robeson Farmers Endorse Wilson War Program

The Robeson division of the Farmers Educational and Co operative Union of America passed a resolution endorsing President Wilson's war program during a Wednesday session at Ten Mile. A standing vote showed all farmers in attendance supported the resolution except one. The meeting featured patriotic speeches and discussion of farm matters, signaling strong local support for the administration in WWI.

Lumberton N. C Robeson Farmers’ Educational and Co-operative Union of America President Wilson Robeson County Ten Mile

Swedish King Gustavs Ancestry Traced to Napoleonic Soldier

The article traces King Gustav of Sweden to Marshal Bernadotte who began his career bearing a musket for Napoleon and rose to rule Sweden, highlighting the dynastic link and notable ascent from common soldier to king.

King Gustav Sweden Bernadotte Napoleon Kingdom of Sweden

MCIAT DENIES CRITURE RUMORS IN CANVASS REPORT

New Hanover Food Conservation Commission chairman McGirt denies rumors of government seizure of canned foods. Officials urge housewives to report preserved vegetables and fruits by October 1 to compile county totals for 1917.

W. A. McGirt New Haer Conservation. ‘Commission Conservation Commission Aisc Department of Agriculture McGirt New Hanover The Food Commission New Hanover County New Hanover Food Commission Food Administration England

New Firm Incorporation and Lumber Company Move

The piece notes Chadbourn Lumber Company transfer to Chadbourn Bate Company with J H Bate as president and C C Chadbourn as vice president. L E Woodbury remains manager as Chadbourn expands planing and retail orders under new ownership to serve buyers better.

J. H. Bate New York Cc. C. Chadbourn L. E. Woodbury Chadbourn Bate Wilmington Georgetown S. C

Rev Hall Leads Sermon as Two Join Calvary Baptist

At Calvary Baptist church Rev W G Hall preached The Lost Christ to a full house. Two new members were added after the sermon. The service featured songs Wonderful Peace and Will the Circle Be Unbroken. Tonight Rev Dr H Milton of St Semen church will preach.

Me. Co P. Herring Lang Calvary Baptist Church W. G. Hall Side Baptist Church C. P. Herring H. Milton St. Semen Church

Lieutenant Fillyaw Ill With Ptomaine Poisoning

Lieutenant Owen C. Fillyaw of the Wilmington Light Infantry has suffered a severe bout of ptomaine poisoning. He fell ill in Southport on Wednesday night and showed improvement the next day. His wife Mrs. Fillyaw is with him, and friends in Wilmington and The Dispatch office learned of the illness with deep regret.

Owen ‘C. Fillyaw Wilmington Light Infantry Fillyaw Southport

Tribute to Captain John W Harper by Rev Dr A D McClure

The memorial tribute from Rev Dr A D McClure praises Captain John W Harper of the Wilmington Singer for his courtesy and flawless safety record in passenger routes. McClure notes the Hamiltonian ship master’s kindness, memorializes his life, and extends sympathy to his loved ones as he conducts services in Dunn at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church.

John W. Harper A. D. McClure St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Dunn Wilmington

Rev Crowley to Lead Services at Acme Next Sunday

At Acme Sunday Rev J S Crowley will conduct church services at Acme Black Alea eh next Sunday. The hours will be 1 am and 7 30 pm. All are invited to attend.

Acme J. S. Crowley Acme Bsiat Alea Eh

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