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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1915
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows corporate names and addresses including The Mobile Item Company in Mobile Alabama and Tribune offices in Chicago, with references to New York and a Third National imprint. The text appears as a garbled listing of circulation and office locations rather than a coherent news item.
A Mobile chamber committee chaired by A. J. Parsons urges locating the bank in Mobile to aid southern farmers and boost state revenue. Backers call it non political and patriotic, praising former Alabama banker Mr. Harding and the federal reserve role. They urge broad support for the plan.
Postmaster Thornton reports a perceptible rise in first quarter business with March revenue up on February and more mail deposits in the savings bank. The note suggests improving city finances and optimism amid growing maritime traffic at Mobile with vessels entering and clearing at record pace and more expected before week’s end.
The Federal Trade Commission plans informal hearings in Washington to explore the best method of developing American trade with foreign countries. The commission may also hold hearings in other cities where feasible to widen input on the issue.
A Mobile boy Esau H Frohlichstein, an enlisted sailor, was killed during the Vera Cruz bombardment while debarking with a unit. His body returned for burial in Magnolia Cemetery amid national mourning and official tributes, though a lasting memorial has not yet been erected a year after the tragedy.
A mourning poem recalling a child lost to death. The speaker asks to lay aside the darling’s miny dresses and toys, while angels whisper that she rests beyond the Golden Stairs. The verses plead for reunion in a realm of bliss and a long awaited embrace.
A parade of guests at Mobile hotels on Thursday includes J R Ogleby Montgomery John R Miller Brewton C B Hamilton Greenville and M C Crumpton Evergreen from nearby towns J L Graham Evergreen and others register at local hotels with names scattered across the region. Noted visitors include A Van Arsdale Birmingham D S Traceflood Tuscaloosa and F F Patterson Selma.
A newspaper fragment presents aphorisms on social harmony and moral reflections. It touches on happiness and the seasons, noting saints, vanity, and the interplay of joy and trouble with metaphorical imagery.
The Crown theatre presents five reels of Aling Jimmy Valentine with Robert Warwick and an all star cast. Chester Conklin Keystone comedy also screens. The Price He Paid arrives from Ella Wheeler Wilcox with strong New Orleans showings. Admission rules restrict under fifteens without a parent.
Heavyweight champion Jess Willard appears at the Empire in The Heart Punch, showcasing his fighting style. The bill includes Richard C. Travers Lillian and E. H. plus The Turn of the Wheel two reel drama and a Lubin comedy. Admission is 10 cents with children 5 cents.
Mrs. P. L. Rush of Mobile visited sister Mrs. Walter Smith in North Theodore last Saturday. Rev. J. S. Lombard traveled to Dawes on business. Mr. Harvey Rouse of Shady Grove visited his mother Mrs. E. N. Johnson Tuesday. Mrs. D. M. Lombard and two daughters Irene and Madella stayed with her mother Mrs. T. W. Smith on Wednesday.
Local residents share social visits and travel updates across Pascagoula and nearby towns. Mrs. J W Free hosts and calls, Dan Cunningham plans citrus work and visits, Drake Everhardt lectures, and various families visit relatives in Wilmer Escatawpa Mobile and Hurley while church improvements and summer travel are noted.
The Parent-Teacher Club at the normal school met in an informal session with songs by model school children. Mothers and teachers discussed everyday child life problems and shared heart to heart talks to foster cooperation. Normal students are away for state exams and a May festival is planned for May first with many visitors. Dr. George W. Kiehnhoff began improving his recently purchased beach property.
Escatawpa Alabama reports a Baptist gathering held last week with Rev. Bauson speaking on mission work in the morning and Rev. German of Vinegar Bend addressing the ladies' organization in the afternoon. Lunch was served and several visiting ministers attended.
The Q and A column answers disputes on boxing rounds between Jeffries and Johnson, stating B is correct about the fifteenth round. It also notes divorce availability: Idaho and Texas allow six month standing residents to sue for differing reasons and outlines desertion periods. Easter eggs and symbolism explained with revival themes.
The Rev J M Hall of Prichard preached at the regular ap pointment here Sunday. Sevent h grade students held exams Thursday and Friday. Dadeburg of Suggsville passed through en route to Mt Pleasant where his daughter teaches. Mrs D D Stigging of Selma visited Friday. Residents from Walker Springs attended a dance at Mrmbcard s home Thursday. A stockholders meeting of the Gainstown Telephone Company discussed extending lines to Barlow Bend and Elisha. Ferris Payne made a Jackson trip. Dr W F Cobb of Barlow Bend visited Friday. Dr C F McKinley visits River Ridge this week. Zeanis Mason of Choctaw Bluff visited Sunday. Crawford of Magnolia Stove Co was in town Saturday. Fire at Jackson Saturday night delayed service by burning cables.
In Wheelerville Ala Mr Lee Benson and Mr A B Quackenbush of Mobile visited Mr and Mrs John Fincher. Mrs Louis Foster fell ill Saturday at her Orchard home and was taken to her mother Mrs Thomas Broadus for care. Dr J D Terrill attended. Mrs Foster is improving. Miss Maimie Kenning of Mobile visited her parents Mr and Mrs J Kenning. A party from Mobile included John Doenges Curtis Lane M Cody and John Fincher as visitors. A fishing party from the area went to Dog River and caught catfish trout and perch. Peter Boyd made a business trip to Mobile. Mrs M Kelly spent Thursday in Mobile. Mr F Fincher and daughter are improving.
Flomaton Alabama residents report visits and returns including Mr Gordon and daughter Louise in Montgomery and Mrs Jessie Jackson from Canoe. A pedestrian known as Clarence was killed by a freight train Monday night. Local revival services feature Rev Bowdies and Mr Sapp from Century. Two new tombstones added in Flomaton cemetery for Mr and Mrs Abernathy and their son-in-law.
Belforest Ala residents enjoyed a Saturday evening program at Belforest Hall on April 17. Attendance boosted the S I A fund. Visitors included Ameri ca Alleger of Birmingham and local residents Orlando Manci Marvin Grimes Angelina Manci. The community also heard Rev Myrick preach at the Methodist church.
A community program honored Friedrich Froebel on April 21 1782 with extensive school activities. Pupils from Clarke Leinkauf Maréchal Oakdale Old Shell road Sem sider attended along with teachers Miss Peterson and Vaughan. The Whistler school garden display attracted visitors as kindergarteners prepared for a May Day outing to Lyons Park at 5 pm under Commissioner P J L.
Harrisburg legislature defeated a bill to allow ten round boxing matches under 4) Fora today. The measure would have permitted longer bouts in the state, facing opposition from lawmakers and sports officials.
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