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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1916
Page
4
AP dispatches joke about the 1916 era campaign and public prices. Rabid commentary on Roosevelt Hughes and local politics highlights mockery of party contenders. Witty quips on shoes prices, streetcars, and war fronts framed with satirical edge.
The piece argues President Wilson should campaign more in New York and across the Empire State to win votes. It contends voters deserve wide access to his policies, criticizes party leaders for hype, and likens the effort to a militant political stance amid a noisy public arena.
An editorial assesses the Zeppelin's role as a terror and potential transport tool. It notes two airships down and one crippled, weighing moral impact against material cost and lives, and compares Zeppelins unfavorably to faster Taubes for frontline scouting and effectiveness.
The piece argues straw polls are unreliable indicators of close elections, noting the New York Herald's public forecast of a Wilson Hughes contest as a curiosity. It contends straw ballots involve small voter samples and partisan noise, offering little virtue beyond entertainment or bluff.
The piece attacks former President Taft for denouncing the Wilson administration over its stance on Mexico and Huerta. It recalls Taft’s earlier refusal to recognize Zelaya in Nicaragua and mentions alleged implications about Zelaya’s fate without confirming a betrayal.
Interest in the corn show to be held here rises, seen as a sign that people want progress and will get it. The note comes as attention is especially grabbed by political matters this year.
Reports from Southport describe a contentious joint debate between Congressman Godwin and Republican challenger McCaskill. McCaskill attacks Godwin as a fabricator while Godwin accuses McCaskill of lies and a Republican treasurer of NC stealing funds. The exchange promises more sharp rhetoric as crowds gather.
It is regretted that ex Governor Glenn cannot continue the splendid campaign tour for the present and it is hoped he will soon return to the stump. When back he should fill Brunswick county engagement as Democrats must do vigorous missionary work there.
A health official states NC has the lowest Atlantic coast death rate and leads in birth rate among states. An interview with a prominent life insurance executive and the State Board of Health highlights that NC compares favorably with other registration states. The findings emphasize urban rural caveats and tout NC as a healthy business climate.
Wilson designates October 21 and 22 1916 as days for U S citizens to donate to Armenian and Syrian relief. Turkish obedience to allow Red Cross and Red Crescent aid follows diplomatic victory by the American chargé d affaires in Constantinople. Morgenthau estimates five million dollars needed to rescue Armenians from starvation, with over half a million in American properties damaged or seized.
The article notes growing use of clogs in London as boots rise in cost during wartime. Poor residents resist duller footwear stigma, while charitable groups distribute clogs to children. London firms increase clog production mainly for country, colonial, and captured German trade, including a factory supplying France.
Examinations in Mathematics German History and English will take place at the City High School building Friday at 9 o'clock. Latin tests follow Saturday at 9 o'clock. These exams aid students who failed to pass and seek to make up back work.
Mr G W Smith departed Wilmington yesterday to begin a new position in Jacksonville Florida. He leaves many friends who regret his move but wish him success in his new field.
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