25 Apr 1915
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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1915
Page
1
An Audit Bureau of Circulation notice appears in the mobile item context, indicating updated circulation figures or reporting standards for periodical publishers. Details specify the official audit recognition and the publication’s distribution metrics.
The Mobile Chamber of Commerce and local iron interests face a rehearing on the pig iron rate. The Alabama Public Service Commission will review a restored rate dispute on May 3 after carriers seek to raise the charge from $1.75 to restore the old $2.75, with water transit plans cited as context for potential changes. The debate also touches a ten percent extension on current rates through June 30 and a broader request for relief on the Eighth Group commodities. The Item notes possible carrier-patron tensions and urges balanced action as both sides press for favorable terms.
Two matters of immense importance to Mobile are set for discussion this week with the Mobile delegation. The city seeks to issue its own bonds to expand docks and harbor facilities and to obtain rights for terminal enterprises while dedicating the miade land below the city as a breakwater. The Harding state bank plan is also urged, with broad benefits for backing agriculture and local growth, urging unity and public service over private interest to aid Mobile’s future.
Unclear notes question the delay on a proposed Mobile market exchange. The piece cites a Chamber committee and conservative business leaders urging timely action to establish the exchange, criticizing inaction and calling for decisive steps.
Gov Charles Henderson proclaims Tick Eradication Week as Mobile County farms and the Chamber of Commerce launch a county wide drive. George A Maloney leads education efforts to place Mobile in the white tick free area and promote dipping vats to safeguard high bred cattle and improve milk and butter quality.
Mobile proposes major dock and terminal improvements to gain water and rail facilities, aiming to fund a 600000 dollar bond issue. Five bills seek authority to build terminals, dredge Mind islands, and issue bonds while elections decide bond authorization. The Mobile delegation will meet legislature to unite on needed legislation.
John A Rogers argues for a four percent bond issue to cover a fifteen million debt, urging Alabama to preserve honor and credit. He warns of economic strain, rejects repudiation, and compares state and municipal port developments showing bonds as safer financing. He envisions $25 denominations, postally accessible bonds, and broad public ownership to stabilize finances.
Commissioners consider providing financial aid for the relief work while the national government pledges support if locals contribute. The governor and state body appeal for a full week to eradicate cattle ticks in the county.
In Magnolia Cemetery the remains of Confederate heroes are honored today by the Memorial Association and the United Sons and Daughters of the Confederacy, with assistance from the Grand Army of the Republic. The event seeks to honor deeds of bravery that echo through history.
Governor Henderson names Dr Joseph Patt of Mobile to a four year term on the State Veterinary Board. Patt has long resided in Mobile and earned the city's praise for his veterinarian reputation. The choice is seen as wise and well suited to the board's duties.
In 1721 King Philip V, grandson of Louis XIV, transferred all government matters to French advisers. The move pleased Spain initially as its army and fleet suffered neglect and poverty left many servants unpaid. The entry explains a cement formula using glycerin that hardens and bonds metal to wood.
As Rivers and Harbor Committee chair I urged the engineer to place spoil on the west side of the cut to protect the cove and aid dock growth. Citizens bought park frontage for future bay improvements and rail links. Legislation sought to remove obstacles allowing the city to build rail, docks, warehouses, and bonds, with hope of state support and public land grants. The Item praised Mobile port facilities and urged republication of a favorable ICC report contrasting Mobile with Pensacola and New Orleans.
Read the interview with Mr. Ford regarding a $50 profit sharing distribution to Ford purchasers. The notice directs readers to page 2 for the full interview and details.
Contest asks readers to name their favorite character from The Mobile Item comic pages and explain why. Readers must submit by April 30 with the feature title and character. top entry wins a merchant order valued at 30. The next ten runners up receive similar rewards. no age limit.
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