06 Aug 1915
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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1915
Page
1
Fragmented OCR reveals a discussion on charitable works and employment aiding needy pupils. Mentions a Mobile Light bureau and J. J. Me teacher, with questions about seating and feeding arrangements, reflecting school politics and aid efforts.
A fragmentary note lists Sorkness of Span and Buland of Norway in November events at Bonging. Sparse text limits details but indicates a gathering or meeting with these individuals involved.
In the Chancery Court Chancellor approves the petition of Charley Rosia for leave to marry again, issuing a decree granting the motion.
The source extols a so called malarial device deemed highly convenient and efficient for public welfare. It presents Dreams as the safer alternative and recommends its use for personal protection and welfare advancement.
Dan H. Carmody of Baldwin County reports a strong fig crop and plans for the Qudahy orchards. Irvington’s J John Thornhill discusses regional activity while Rev Guy Hurbutt visits Dauphin Way. Southern Pacific agent Terrell and Gulf Florida Alabama traffic chief Willings tour Mobile. Morgan of B&O-SW explores Gulf City business. Juta of Union Pacific tours Mobile area. Partridge Hardware vacationing at Belle Fontaine. Henderson of Southern Railway seeks Columbus annual report. John D Jackson becomes freight agent for L&N in Montgomery. Warren Brown of El Paso & Southern visits Mobile on official business.
Whistler community notes a Baptist teachers training class meeting at 7 30 p m. The White Sox Baseball Club assembles at Layton Gilbert's home for a 7 30 p m gathering. Whistler Baseball Club elects Chris Mitternight as field captain with Nelson returning as star and Mitternight to coach. A marriage license is issued to Edward Reid and Gladys Trainer in probate court.
Houston residents voiced strong approval for Vitalitas at the Deep Water Carnival marking the opening of a government ship chain. A Vitalitas demonstration drew thousands who cited renewed health as the product’s hallmark and the festival as a hub of publicity for its Texas popularity.
Vessels in port include the motorboat first of its class to enter Mobile Harbor, a 1050 ton vessel with three winches. The Aim shifts to dry dock for hauling out while Joseph P Cooper and San Marcos dock for cargo handling. Songvig nears completion of loading for Bordeaux and Carolina de Perez clears for Tampa. The Corinto banana ship’s expected arrival is not yet reported. The tug Independent is inspected by government inspectors.
The remains of Mrs. Ellen Maiden Marston were laid to rest in Magnolia cemetery after funeral services at 9 30 in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Rev Father Hackett officiated and pallbearers included Thomas Hallett, John Marston, George Linning.
Brott G Rickardy Wyndham Lyon and Wastie watewon were taken back to Bay Minette Baldwin County on Thursday afternoon to stand trial on charges of shooting into a dwelling. Frank ard Rufus Johnson was also wanted in the case.
Deputy U S Marshal seized the fishing schooner Theresa and the launches Alice Virginia Annie T and Mississippi under a libel by a firm for supplies obtained and unpaid. Proceeding names the ship C The ils and references Chaban Oe.
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