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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1916
Page
4
A Norfolk type of short page lists subscription prices for the Daily and Sunday papers, with options for various terms and carrier delivery. The remainder humorously comments on Taft Hughes Martini Hitchcock and other political quips, plus notes on a subway accident and New Jersey elopement. It ends with a Denver correspondent predicting democratic leanings.
South Carolina eyes two new packing houses in Orangeburg and Greenville as a spur to cattle and hog production. The State notes declining cow numbers and rising living costs, urges farmers to raise more livestock, and cites railroad rates and federal expertise backing the project to boost profits and ward off cotton market shocks.
The Columbia South Carolina electorate endorses the commission form of government after a six year trial. Voted 1,099 to 258 to retain the system, the decision follows a period of debate and court-ordered elections. L. Clayton Grant, Democratic nominee for the New Hanover House, delivers a vigorous stump speech as Democrats rally for Wilson. Berlin reports the Bremen’s arrival in the United States. a humorous nod questions its location.
The piece weighs implications of Senator Martine's renomination by Democrats in New Jersey. It questions whether voters who backed Martine will bolt Wilson, vote for Martine while opposing Wilson, or stay with the Democratic ticket, amid German-American support and Wilson policy debates.
The piece reflects on Canada’s call for reinforcements and the American response under a steady leadership. It credits the U S president for averting greater sacrifice and notes the impact on fathers and women, highlighting suffrage debates as secondary to national gratitude.
Former Governor Bob Glenn faced difficulties filling the Brunswick position as detailed in local reports. The article outlines the challenges and potential implications for the community and regional governance.
The State Board of Health reports more county and community fairs than ever will host health exhibits this fall. Over forty fairs have filed requests and more are being received at about one per day. The board expanded efforts this year offering a free motion picture health program in a black tent and health exhibits to others, with two exhibits already in place and plans to supply material on public health to every applying fair association.
North Wilkesboro reports three stolen cars recovered in two days. The latest arrest follows a pursuit through woods and swamps, ending with the capture of Otto Wood, a noted lawbreaker, by the local chief of police and his posse.
Premier William Hughes leads a vigorous push for conscription in Australia as the bill heads for a referendum. Supporters expect heavy female turnout and note three mothers who have sacrificed for the empire may vote yes. Hughes previously toured England and the front, boosting war measures and urging a decisive fight.
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