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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1913

Page

8

J Pierpont Morgan Funeral in New York and Hartford

Funeral services for J Pierpont Morgan held at St George's Church in New York with 1500 attendees. Coffin borne from Morgan Library to Morgan mausoleum in Cedar Hill Cemetery Hartford with 5000 red roses adorning the bier. High clergy included Bishops Lawrence Brewster and Hiatt. Remembrances from European and American dignitaries and a large floral tribute collection.

York J. Pierpont Morcete Mornace Hartford Conn Morgan Mausoleum Cedar Cemetery St. George's New York Mr.Morgan Karl Reiland William Lawrence Boston Chauncey B. Brewster Connecticut Avid Hi Mr. Morgan Chiens George 5. Bowdoin Lewis Cass Ledyard Robert W. de Forest Henry Fairfield Osborn United States Elihu Root Joseph H. Choate Robert Bacon George }. Baker J. W. Markoe Elbert H. Gary Seth Low Martin W. Paton Morgan Home Germany French Republic Mortford

Memorial Service for J. Pierpont Morgan at Westminster Abbey

A cosmopolitan crowd attends memorial service for J. Pierpont Morgan in Westminster Abbey, with King George represented, and figures such as Andrew Carnegie Edison and Vanderbilt among the attendees. Police manage crowds estimated at 26,000 to 31,000, with no incidents as the service ends.

Westminister Abbey Associated Press London J. Pierpont Morgan Westminster Abbey George Walter Campbell Alexandra John Ward Westminister New York Sir Frederick Bridge J. P. Morgan & Co Morgan Andrew Carnegie Thomas A. Edison Charles S. Mellen W. K. Vanderbilt, Jr Nicholas Murray Butler Clarence H. Mackay August Belmont Henry C. Frick Thomas H. Hubbard George B. Cortelyou Frank A. Vanderlip J. P. Morgan, Jr Herbert Satterlee W. P. Hamilton Miss Morgan Second Avenue Stuyvesant Square

Respect for Financier Marks Morgan Funeral

Chicago Stock Exchange members ceased business for fifteen minutes during the funeral hour of J Pierpont Morgan as a mark of respect. The Associated Press reports from Chicago on April 14.

Associated Press Chicago J. Pierpont Morgan Chicago Stock Exchanged

Foley Kidney Pills Restore Health to Ailing Reader

A reader cites relief from rheumatism and kidney trouble after using Foley's Kidney Pills. The ad claims the pills regulate urinary irregularities and cure long standing kidney discomfort.

Foley Foster van Antwerp

Donation for the Free Dispensary Board Meeting Action

The board approved a 25 dollar monthly donation to the Free Dispensary in Mobile run by the University of Alabama School of Medicine. A 50 dollar request was declined. Road committee ordered land filling to fulfill a right of way contract. Precent changes were discussed and bids for tax office steel cases were opened.

Board of Revenue and Road Commissioners John T. Bauer Mobile School of Medicine University of Alabama B. Watkins Dauphin Lane Government Street Loop Edwin A. Delchamps Alabama Port Delchamps P. Gaillard Sher Mobile Stationery Company T. S. Bidgood Adam Glass and Co Southern Fuel and Material Company Charles Dew Alabama Oyster Commission L. Th. Putnam

Forgery case tied to H C Geron identity

Franklin P. Kuntz, a Black man from Cleveland, Ohio, faces two counts of grand larceny and forgery in the second degree after posing as H C Geron, passenger agent of Louisville and Nashville. He allegedly ordered clothing from J J Meyer & Son with forged signatures, and detectives found forged checks and an $800 note in his possession. He was to be arraigned Monday in the recorder's court.

Franklin P. Kuntz George Gallo Phillip Moulton Kuntz Alfred Evans Warren Bureh Cleveland Ohio J. J. Meyer & Son H. C. Geron Louisville and Nashville J. J. Meyer People's Bank Ed Jones Recorder’s Court

Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Endorsed by Drugstore

John Bennet of Tell Wis reports five years of use with satisfaction and says Foley's Honey and Tar Compound cures coughs and colds, is suitable for children, and free from opiates. The label guarantees refunds if it fails to cure. Refuse substitutes, Van Antwerp Drug Corporation.

Foley John Bennet Tell Wis van Antwerp Drug Corporation

Benefit Performances for the Boys Union at Royal Theatre

Mobilians attend Royal Theatre as Manager Keener donates a liberal share of box office to the Boys Union of Mobile. Funds raised aim to equip a club house at 54456 North Royal Street. Local supporters urge attendance to boost receipts and support the boys developing their facilities.

Royal Theatre Keener Boys’ Union Ile North Royal Street The Royal

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve advertised for wounds and sores

An old local trade notice touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the fastest cure for burns bruises and skin diseases. It claims L H Haflin of Iredell Texas healed a sore on his ankle in four days and backs the product with a 25 cent price and a dealer recommendation.

Bucklen L. H. Haflin Iredell Texas van Antwerp Dee Corp

Wedding Planned at Methodist Church in Mt Vernon

Society column notes a wedding to be celebrated at the Methodist Church in Mt Vernon Alabama with details provided in the Mt Vernon society page.

Mt Vernon Ala Methodist Church Mt. Vernon

Mobile Women Form Monday Club For Bridge Socials

A group of prominent Mobile women organize a new club named the Monday Club to meet at 3 30 p m with Miss Lucile Burke as hostess for initial proceedings. The article notes naming trends and references to other local clubs and historical examples in Knoxville and Mobile.

Lucile Burke Mobile Hamilton Milton Bridge R.ei Bolling Century Book Club Sydney Robbins Woman's Club of Knoxville Tenn Bolling

Woman's Club Idea Takes Root in New Orleans Society

Prominent New Orleans women push to form a Woman's Club with a club building reception rooms ball room card rooms gymnasium and a swimming pool to offer home like elegance without the upkeep.

Woman's Club New Orleans America

Pretty Quest and Homecoming Hint at Smiths Event

Miss Margaret Montgomery is expected home this week from Memphis where she has been a much feted guest for the last two weeks of Mr and Mrs Cleland Smith. A New Orleans exchange notes the social interest surrounding the couple and their guest.

Mrs. Cleland Smith Uest Margaret Montgomery Memphis New Orleans

Orleanians Plan Visits to Brown's Wells Mississippi

Mr and Mrs T G Bush depart Thursday for Brown's Wells Miss where many Orleanians will visit this month. Mr and Mrs John J Gannon will also leave soon to stay briefly for a time.

T. G. Bush Brown's Wells Miss

Mrs A R Abbott Hosts Informal Auction Bridge Party

Mrs A R Abbott and her daughter Mrs Terry Moore will host an informal auction bridge party Friday at 3 o clock.

A. R. Abbott Terry Moore

Home Economics Club Officers Meeting at Battle House

The officers of the Home Economics Club will be installed Tuesday at 11 o'clock in Parlor C at the Battle House. All members are urged to attend.

Home Economics Club Battle House Parlor C

Shiloh Day Celebration at Electra U D C Chapter

At 4 o clock the Electra Semmes Colston Chapter U D C will hold its regular meeting at the M A C A and celebrate Shiloh Day.

Electra Semmes Colston

Card Architecture At The Auction Bin Circles

A fragment notes a debate in Mobile card clubs about a trendy achievement in auction circles. The text hints at tension between factions over a proposed design or item, captioned as a chic element. Details remain sparse and unclear.

No Shame in Prominence as News Publishes Private Details

The text argues that notoriety brings intrusion from papers regardless of status. It suggests calmly accepting attention from society or wealth circles, noting how gossip and exposure follow high profile figures, and advises not to dwell on it.

LaFargue Weekes Wedding in Fish River

The marriage of Mr John A La Fargue of Mobile and Miss Ruby M Weekes of Magnolia Springs Ala was solemnized by Rev P J Leonard on Wednesday evening April S at 2p m at St John's Baptist church Fish River. The bride was given away by her brother George Weekes. Attendants were Michael A Weekes and Regina LaFargue. They departed for their future home in Mobile Ala.

Mobile Ala

Mrs Alfred Le Blanc Hosts Causerie de Landi Tea

Mrs Alfred Le Blanc entertained at her home for the Causerie de Landi gathering of the French Alliance. The semi monthly meeting featured a piano solo by Miss Marie Theard a clever recitation by Miss Pauline Sarpy and a violin solo with accompaniment by Miss Marie.

Alfred le Blanc A le Blanc New Orleans Gulf City Times- Democrat Causerie de Landi French Alliance Alfred LeBlanc Marie Theard Pauline Sarpy Accompani Marie

Eighteenth Century Costume Scenes Delight Meeting Attendees

Readers witnessed two period scenes in white wigs dancing a minuet which drew applause. A large attendance filled the meeting room as participants enjoyed the entertainment.

Shellfish farms and shipping depot eyed near Bayou la Batre

City officials note a large undeveloped water bottom near Bayou la Batre suitable for shellfish culture and a coastal shipping depot for beach and deep sea fisheries. John H. Wallace urges setting Alabama coast islands as game refuges and nest reserves. Marriage licenses issued for Berney L. Strauss to Ruth Rosenbaum and Joseph Calhoun to Cora Drain.

Bayou la Batre Game and Fish John H. Wallace John Craft The Oyster Commission Alabama Berney L. Strauss Ruth Louise Rosenbaum Joseph M. Calhoun Cora Lee Drain

Parish Committee to Meet Minister over Ashe ville Call

A three member committee J L Taylor W H Armbrecht and Dr L L Duggar will confer with Rev Wyatt Brown of All Saints Episcopal this week to persuade him to reconsider his acceptance of the Trinity Church Ashe ville North Carolina call. The committee was named at an All Saints parish meeting after Sunday service.

J. L. Taylor W. H. Armbrecht L. L. Duggar Wyatt Brown All Saints’ Episcopal Church Trinity Church Asheville N.C All Saints

Masonic Consistory Leaders to Attend Meridian Ceremonies

About thirty members of the Mobile Consistory Scottish Rite Masons will depart on Monday April 27 for Meridian Mississippi to participate in Masonic ceremonies scheduled April 28 29 and 30. The degree team will perform and the event is set to be a major undertaking in the region.

Mobile Meridian Miss Yphern

Thirty third degree member arrested for hitching ordinance

Charles Balzir a real estate dealer of 301 North Dearborn street was arrested Monday morning by Patrolman George Malone for violating the city hitching ordinance. He posted bonds to appear in recorder's court Monday afternoon.

Charles Balzir Dearborn Street George Malone Recorder’s Court

Electric Supply official arrested for hitching ordinance violation

S. S. Rubira Jr of Mobile Electric Supply Co was arrested Monday morning by Patrolman George Malone for violating the city hitching ordinance. Bond was posted for his appearance before the recorder Monday afternoon.

S. S. Rubira, Jr Mobile Electric Supply Company George Malone Bond

Mayor Schwarz to Welcome at Mobile Convention Opening

Mayor Schwarz accepted an invitation from Secretary George G. Card of the Chamber of Commerce to deliver the welcome address at the opening of the American Food Drug and Daily Association convention in Mobile, starting June 16.

Schwarz George G. Card Chamber of Commerce American Food, Drug and ‘Daily Association Mobile

Letter From NCR Chief Thanks Mobile for Flood Aid

John H Patterson president of the National Cash Register Company and chairman of the Citizens Relief Committee of Dayton Ohio sent a personal letter to Mayor Laz Schwarz thanking Mobile for flood relief contributions. The same mail carried a request from Ralston Nebraska for funds to aid storm sufferers there.

John H. Patterson National Cash Register Company Citizens’ Relief Committee of Dayton, C Mobile Laz Schwarz Ralston Nebraska

Call for International Good Roads Congress Signed by City Mayor

The official call for the International Good Roads Congress to be part of the Panama Pacific Exposition in San Francisco 1915 will be signed by Mayor Laz Schwarz of Mobile. He received the call Monday and is urged to join other mayors in promoting strong attendance at the convention.

San Francisco Laz Schwarz Mobile Schwarz

Delegates Sought to Represent Mobile at Peace Congress

The city seeks five delegates from Mobile to attend the fourth American Peace Congress in St Louis on May 1 2 and 3. Citizens are urged to nominate suitable representatives and express Mobile's desire to participate in the congress.

Mobile St. Louis Stoaadssparatue Meyor Maleste

Baseball Fans Urged to Buy Coca Cola Outside Grounds

A brief public notice directs fans to purchase Coca Cola only outside ball grounds, warning against accepting any other labeled Crown product and urging inspection of the label for authenticity.

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