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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1916

Page

7

Woman's World and Work in City and Country

The Natchez Chapter of the D A R marks graves of Revolutionary War soldiers near Natchez. A bronze marker goes over General Brandon at Selma plantation, owned by Illinois Central Railroad President Markham. Colonel Brandon was Irish-born and father of Mississippi's first native governor. Charlottes dessert details and variations follow, with methods using sponge cake and whipped cream.

Natchez General Brandon Selma Plantation Markham Illinois Central Railroad Brandon Ireland Mississippi Charlottes

Rheumatism advice and theater notes headline

Public health tip urges staying dry and hydrating to curb uric acid build up leading to rheumatism. Ad promotes Jad-Salts as a cheap remedy and kidney helper. Also reports cast list for Blackfriars Sweet Lavender at Lyric Theatre with actors from several cities and universities.

The Blackfriars Lyric Theatre America Germany Russia University of Alabama

Club calendar shows weekly meetings and events

Wednesday regular monthly meetings list many groups at various venues including Christ Child Society McGill Institute YWCA and Home Economics Club with times from 10:30 a m to 3 30 p m Thursday features UDC division and quorum election while Friday lists Craighead Club and Southern Association of College Women events Saturday includes Shakespeare Club and YWCA gym class with embroidery crochet demonstrations and times across assorted halls

Christ Child Society McGill Institute Craighead Club Y. W. CA Ladies Aid and Missionary Society Jackson Polymnia Music Circle Charles Hervey William Schock Cawthon Hotel Mobile Medical Society Hall B. of L. E Burgett Memorial Woman's Auxiliary All Saints’ Church Harry Toulmin Craighead B'nai B'rith Hall Ladies Aid Broad Street Presbyterian Church Charles Vincent Yi W. Cyapelleaul Amet Association Southern Association of Colle Women Battle House Shakespeare Club C. J. Torrey Moose Auditorium J. B. Verghe

Bethel editor volunteers for marine corps

William G. Greame editor of the Bethel Journal Ohio has volunteered for military service and asked to be assigned as a private in the United States marine corps Major General Barnett has accepted the offer and will call him to the colors if needed Greame is trained for sea or land duty and previously served in the Sea Soldiers enlisting years ago

Washington William G. Greame Bethel Ohio United States Marine Corps Greame Sea Soldiers Barnett

Trinity pitcher socks 21 strikeouts in nine innings

Wat son of Trinity University set a college record by fanning 21 TCU players in nine innings of a 14 inning game in Waxahachie Texas on Monday. He totaled 26 strikeouts for the complete contest as TCU won 4 to 3.

Waxahachie Tex Watson Trinity University Texas Christian University

Southern Railway Man Succumbs to Operation

A. N. Spence, about 60, traveling equipment inspector for the Southern Railway, died after an appendectomy in Selma Alabama following an inspection trip. He was a prominent Washington railroad man and ill in the hospital Tuesday morning. Racing Safe in Maryland. All anti race track legislation failed. Pimlico Havre de Grace Bowie Laurel may operate two more years. Church Benefit Planned. North Side Baptist church schedules skating party April 8 at Temperance Hall to raise funds. 15 cent admission includes skates.

Selma Ala A. N. Spence Washington Southern Railway Company Maryland Annapolis North Side Baptist Church Temperance Hall

Hay's Liver Health versus Calomel in drug store cure

An advertisement claims Hay's Liver Health replaces dangerous Calomel, promising non salivation liver support and bowel cleansing. It touts vegetable ingredients, safety for children, and a 50 cent bottle at Van Antwerp Drug. Out-of-town readers are invited to purchase today.

Hay van Antwerp

Uncle Wiggily and Squeaky Ride a Slippery Elm Hill

Uncle Wiggily helps Squeaky Eeky and Jillie Longtail slide on a fallen elm, carving a natural hill to mimic snow. Dr Possum explains the bark makes the tree slippery and the trio enjoys a playful spring sled ride with leaves as a soft stop.

Nurse Jane Rabbit Uncle Wiggily Dr. Possum Billie Wagtail Billie Uncle Wigglly Jillie Longtail Squeaky- Eeky Mouse Squeaky-Eeky Jillie Squeaky Alide

Cupid's Corner Conducted by Miss Eros Adquiries on Love Affairs

Inquiries to Miss Eros printed if not too lengthy advise on youthful romance. One letter from a 16 year old girl asks about eloping with a 18 year old. another asks if it is wrong to be kissed or touched while not engaged. Adviser warns she is too young and suggests waiting until engagement before any further steps.

Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy The Woo Nurse Jane Miss Eros Misg Eros

Ladies Aid Society meets in Crichton Alabama

The Baptist church Ladies Aid Society gathered at Mrs Judd Roberts home for a regular business meeting with refreshments served afterward. Visitor Lizzie Murray of Semmes called on friends, and Miss Helen Charleston is improving. Carson McKensey and Miss Fannie Tillman wed Saturday. Wilson Spragg of Theodore visited, and Miss Margaret Stroker of Mobile stayed with Mrs C J R Cash.

Crichton Crichton Ala Ladies Aid Society of the Baptist Church Judd Roberts Lizzie Murray Semmes Helen Charleston Oliver Hume Mobile Park Avenue Carson McKensey Fannie Tillman Wilson Spragg Theodore Margaret Stroker C. J. R. Cash

SERV US Girl Announces Coupon Event at Guilt's Grocery

A local notice promotes SERV US Girl's coupon event this week at Guilt's Grocery Store. The teaser urges shoppers to save the coupons and catch the deals during the promotion.

Guilt

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