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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1914

Page

6

Vitalitas praised by Mississippi druggists in 30 years

President J. C. McGee of the Mississippi State Pharmaceutical Association and Hunter & McGee in Jackson extol Vitalitas for sick and ailing, citing multiple testimonials. He reports strong demand, rapid health improvements, and urges public and retailers to adopt the remedy.

Vitalitas Mississippi J. C. McGee Mississippi State Pharmaceutical Association Hunter & McGee Jackson Sutton’s

Will Teddy Lead Roosevelt and the G.O.P.

Albany August 5 The Republican state committee chairman William Barnes Jr says New York Republicans must decide on September 28 if they pick the candidates or let Roosevelt choose them The delay and party rift reflects the split in leadership as the Roosevelt issue dominates the race Also noted are local moves and visits including Mt Vernon and Mobile arrivals and Point Clear vacation departures.

Albany N. Y New York William Barnes, Jr Republican State Committee Roosevelt

Prince Injured In Unspecified Incident Reported Fatal

A brief item notes Prince sustained injuries in an unspecified incident and reports indicate the injuries may be fatal. No further details are provided about location, timing, or circumstances.

Prince Ludovic Pignatelli d Argon Dies From Auto Collision

Auto collision near Freeport New York left Prince Ludovic Pignatelli d Argon mortally injured at his summer home. He belongs to one of France’s oldest noble families and died at the scene after his car struck the vehicle of E V O Connell.

Freeport N. Y E. V. O'Connell Prince Ludovic Pignatelli d’Argon Lieg

Miss Demaris Smith Heads to Ward-Belmont School

Miss Demaris Smith will enter Ward-Belmont school in Nashville Tennessee. Her roommate will be Miss Lucy Herndon, a Mabillan, entering her second year at the same well known institution.

Nashville, Tenn Demaris Smith Ward-Belmont School Miss Smith Lucy Herndon Mabillan

Family Party Returns From Natchez Visit

The Creary family headed by Mrs. George Creary and their children Julia Mary Emma Virginia and George Creary Jr have returned home after visiting Mrs. Creary's sister Mrs. Festus in Natchez. They received many courtesies including a bridge party hosted by Mrs. William C. Martin during the stay.

George Creary Julia Mary Emma Virginia George Creary, Jr

Miss Rosie Midgette to Return from Alabama Visit

Tomorrow Miss Rosie Midgette will return from an agreeable visit to her sister Mrs. H. AL. Helton at Oak Alabama and join the family at The Cove their summer home in Fairhope. Here Miss Leah Midgette entertains as guest Miss Virginia Shreiner.

Rosie Midgette H. AL. Helton Oak Ala the Cove Fairhope Leah Midgette Virginia Shreiner

Extensive Summer Itinerary Planned From Mobile

Mrs Herbert Turner and her sister Miss Katherine Harris of State Line Mississippi plan an extensive summer itinerary. They depart Mobile on Saturday and first go to Norfolk to take a steamer to Boston. From Boston they will visit Nova Scotia Montreal and many other delightful places before returning to Mobile in autumn.

Herbert Turner Katherine Harris State Line Mobile Norfolk Boston Nova Scotia Montreal

Butler Family Vacation Notes From Mobile to Meridian

Returning home today from Daphne to Meridian, Eugene Butler a prominent broker will take a vacation record of sport and sea shore rest. Besides crab bing floundering and fishing successful possum hunting is added to the list. Mrs Eugene Butler at her Meridian home formerly Bessie Baker of Selma entertained her sister in law Mrs J baker of Mobile. They have been visiting Mrs G R Bancroft on the Eastern Shore. Mrs FP Hatton is convalescing after illness. Dr. D T McCall left for four weeks in New York. Mrs McCall will visit her mother at Butler Alabama during the absence. Mr and Mrs S S Murphy and their children are enjoying a vacation at Point Clear.

Daphne Meridian Eugene Butler Bessie Baker Selma J. (. Haker Mobile G. R. Bancroft D. T. McCall New York Mrs. McCall Butler Ala

Farewell Days in Mobile for Wetherbee Daughters

A charming summer farewell marks Leona Wetherbee and her sister leaving Mobile as neighbors recall their bright presence. Local families and friends gather for a warm send off with memories of the sisters’ visits and community spirit.

Mobile Wetherbee Leona

Wetherbee Farewell Party Prepares for Biloxi Move

Mary and Leona Wetherbee to depart around August 16 for a new home in Biloxi. Miss Stella Keeny hosted a sewing party at her home with attendees including Marie Clifton Aimee Wilson Mary and Grace Harris Carrie Givens Jean Heckert Mary Cockrell and Mrs Paul Boyle. A menu of salads sandwiches ices cakes and sweets followed needlework and dancing to new steps such as Ta-tao Furlana and Varsouvienne.

Mary Biloxi Wetherbee Lyeana Mary Wetherbee Stella Keeny Marie Clifton Aimee Wilson Grace Harris Carrie Givens Jean Heckert Mary Cockrell Paul Boyle Bour Furlana Rome Varsouvienne Grace

Mrs Talcott Honored At Farewell Supper In Mobile

Mrs J S Taylor and Mr Taylor hosted a farewell party at the Yacht Club before Mrs 18 M Talcott of Washington departs to visit her sister Mrs W P Williamson. Guests included Mr W L Ross Jr and Mrs G M Luce with Mrs Talcott as honoree during a warm Mobile social gathering with friend Miss Bess Mai Wier from Columbus enjoying the visit.

W. L. Ross, Jr Wilson G. M. Luce Highland Lake Talcott W. P. Williamson R. H. Bolling Mobile Bess Mai Wier Columbus Miss Eugenia Thompson

Sorority Plans Picnic at Monroe Park

Sigma Delta Phi Sorority decided to hold a picnic at Monroe Park on Wednesday, August 12, leaving town at 10 30 a m. The meeting at Miss Eugenie Van Aller's home marked her first hostess event since joining last June. Miss Lillie Montgomery and Miss Nadine Hunter were initiated during the gathering and refreshments followed the business portion.

Sigma Delta Phi Eugenie van Aller Monroe Park Miss van Aller Lillie Montgomery Gadsden Nadine Hunter

Lawn Party Date Change at Bartles Wharf

Promoters of the lawn party for the Catholic chapel moved the date from August 8 to August 11 at Bartles Wharf. The organizers promise social and financial success for the rescheduled event.

Bartles Wharf

Stock Exchange Remains Closed Amid War Alerts

The Associated Press reports Wall Street awaiting conditions as hostilities erupt abroad. American Tobacco directs a 5 percent dividend in scrip to preserve cash, while vast American securities are unsettled amid foreign borrowings. Banks plan for gold shipments and emergency currency. Shippers seek legislation for ships to move European foodstuffs.

Associated Press New York Wall Street Stock Exchange London Exchange American Tobacco Company Olympic Washington Harrimans Great Northern Preferred St. Paul United States Steel Wilson Congress Europe

Mexican Federal Council weighs evacuation of Mexico City

The 112 generals of the Federal army in Mexico City meet to decide whether to fight or evacuate. President Carbajal plans a mass meeting of business leaders to gauge support. General Carranza demands unconditional surrender. failure to comply could lead to an assault on the capital. Rail clashes reported near Teotihuacan.

Associated Press Mexico City Aus Federal Army Council of War Carbajal Carranza

Peace talks in Saltillo face delays amid Mexican upheaval

Jose Castellot, envoy for Provisional President Carbajal, reports to Secretary Bryan that peace negotiations at Saltillo have not ended despite a hitch. Villa’s northern move threatens early settlement plans as Constitutionalists possibly seize Mexico City, while federal leaders weigh evacuation and wait on Wilson and advisers.

Washington Jose Castellot Carbajal Mexico Saltillo Castellot Bryan Villa Carranza Mexico City Ident Wilson

Farley Motorist Hurt Avoiding Collision on Cedar Point Road

Frank Farley of Dog River was injured when he swerved to avoid a wagon load of picnickers on the Cedar Point road Tuesday night and drove into a ditch. He suffered a rib fracture as the car was damaged.

Cedar Point Frank Farley Dog River Farley

Pitcher Robertson III Ailing At Bienville Hotel

Pitcher William Robertson of the Mobile club is ill at his room in the Bienville Hotel and will miss several days of play due to a severe cold. The club fears the illness will sideline him longer than anticipated.

Pitcher Robertson III Bienville Hotel William Robertson Mobile Club

Senate committee backs Bryan peace pacts for ratification

Washington August 5 the senate foreign relations committee today ordered favorably reported Secretary Bryan's twenty peace treaties with foreign nations urged for ratification by President Wilson before congress adjourns.

Associated Press Washington Europe Senate Foreign Relations Committee Bryan Wilson Congress

Gain in Cotton Exports Shown on Eve of War

July 1914 cotton exports rise by 1064 bales to 5343 from 4279 last July, per Cotton Exchange report issued Wednesday. Receipts fall despite higher exports, with expectations that exports will decline as European war slows trade, though receipts may rise later in fall if hostilities ease.

Cotton Exchange

Had Long Trouble and Expected to Die

Testimony from Mrs H K Bailey of Keyser West Virginia credits Eckman’s Alterative with reversing a months long illness in 1908 1909. The letter claims severe lung fever and bronchial ailments improved greatly after starting the remedy and prompts readers to seek more information from Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.

Eckman B. St Keyser W. Va H. K. Bailey Braswell Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia

Large Cottage Lots and Modern Homes For Sale

Large roomy cottage on a 70 by 100 foot lot at the northeast corner of Cedar and Monroe Streets. Easy terms offered. A two story modern house with a good lot at the northwest corner of Conception and Savannah with liberal terms. Three modern cottages at the northeast corner of Old Shell Road and Garnett Avenue, north side Old Shell Road, with two on Garnett Avenue and one on Old Shell Road. Prices not specified.

West Side Marine New Jersey St N. E Cedar Monroe Sts N. W. Corner Conception Savannah Old Shell Road Garnett Ave E. Garnett Ave Shell Road

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