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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1916
Page
4
A scanned text lists newspaper subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, including three and six month options, with delivery in city and advance payment terms. The piece moves into opinion snippets referencing President Wilson, Hughes, and Prohibition era politics, with casual quips about campaigns and policy tensions.
The piece notes Hearst and Roosevelt, once aligned with different political aims, now both actively support Charles Evans Hughes. It contrasts Hearst urging the Democrats four years earlier and Roosevelt criticizing Republicans, with their current shared push for Hughes.
In Birmingham Alabama rival papers clashed over circulation, leading to libel indictments. After mediation apologies followed, but the Commissioner of Public Safety refused to quash the libel case and the men were fined for contempt. The piece contrasts civil versus criminal law and urges officials to uphold duty and public welfare.
Discussion centers on whether Parsee soldiers on the Mexican border may vote in elections. Judge Walter Clark says no law currently authorizes this. a War Between the States provision expired. The legislature would need to enact a law to enfranchise soldiers out of state on election day.
The piece argues candidate Hughes seeks suffragist support by courting women voters and suffragettes while rival Wilson aligns with suffrage. It notes Bryan’s strong pro suffrage stance and urges suffragettes to seek Bryan’s view on Hughes’s sincerity and the practicality of his plan.
Robeson county veterans plan their annual reunion this week. The Robeson section contributed a full quota of soldiers in the Civil War, reflecting the county’s proud tradition of bravery and patriotism led by the Mac family lineage in the region.
The text asserts Ford proves a desirable product can be sold cheaply while workers earn high wages and manufacturers profit, presenting it as a practical economic lesson on reform.
At Wrightsboro a lively gathering featured Representative Godwin and New Hanover citizens as speakers. Godwin opened his campaign, setting the stage for a high profile debate with GOP nominee Moe Caskill before the election. The Sixth District is portrayed as a district that thrives on excitement and strong rhetoric.
Citizens in Fayetteville rally behind locating a government armor plate factory in their town. Leaders present a strong case citing civic energy and enterprise, highlighting unity and progress as Fayetteville gains regional regard and local resilience.
A noted physician notes diabetes as a symptom prone to inheritance and obesity. He urges twice yearly urinalysis for sugar in at risk individuals, avoidance of sweets, limited starches, and maintaining physical fitness. Regular physicals help detect and divert the disease’s progression.
A bronze tablet marks the 200th anniversary of the first lighthouse in America. Boston Light Station celebrated with Governor McCall, Mayor Curley, and officials, detailing its history from 1716 to modern equipment. The light now emits a 100,000 candlepower white flash every 30 seconds.
Health notice warns Americans eat too much rich food and risk kidney trouble and bladder weakness. It advises four ounces of Jad Salts daily in water before breakfast to flush kidneys and reduce urinary irritation, emphasizing safety, low cost, and home use.
Secretary Huntington outlined plans for the year during a Yoke Fellows band meeting at the Y M C A. Huntington returned from a conference in Charlotte. Robert Coleman chaired the religious work committee and read a paper prepared by the Yoke Fellow. E B Johnson presided.
The annual Wyoming State Fair opens in Douglas today and runs through the rest of the week. Local residents and visitors can expect exhibits, rides, and live entertainment as the event showcases state agricultural achievements and community activities.
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