Immigrant claims cruel treatment on ship voyage
Hein Schiova of Warsaw is jailed in Mobile awaiting Washington immigration word on his voyage from Gulfport to Boston aboard the Norwegian bark Romanoff. He says he was beaten by crew and forced to work, after paying 150 roubles for passage from Montevideo. local inspectors heard his claim after his Wednesday arrival.
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Hein Schiova
Warsaw
Poland
Mobile
Ene
Washington
Immigration Service
Gulfport
Boston
Schlova
Montevideo
Romanoff
South America
States
Monteverdo
J W A Sanford Dead at Capital
Special to The Item Montgomery Aug 7 John W A Sanford died early this morning after a protracted illness in his 88th year. He was a Confederate army general, Harvard graduate, and longtime Alabama lawyer who served three terms as attorney general in the 1860s.
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Montgomery
Ala
John” W. A. Sanford
Alabama
Milledgeville
Harvard University
Nine Supply Trains Bottled Up by Rebels in Mexico
Federal reinforcement trains moved south to aid troops near Rancheria but were reportedly bottled up by rebels led by Lombo Ortega. The rebel junta claims reinforcements from Pancho Villa and says nine supply trains are blocked. Wounded rebels were brought to El Paso and later released to Red Cross care.
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Associated Press
EL Paso
Texas
Tucsoy
Rancheria
Lombo Ortega
Pancho Villa
Chihuahua
Steen
American Red Cross
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Promises Fast Skin Relief
An advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve for cuts bruises sprains burns and other skin injuries claiming immediate pain relief and fear removal. Clinton Maine resident E E Chamberlain endorses its healing power stating it robs injuries of their terrors and that no equal remedy exists. Van Antwerp Drug Corp. sells it.
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Bucklen
E. E. Chamberlain
Clinton, Me
van Antwerp Drug Corp. Adv
Lewis files suit for absolute divorce in chancery
James A. Lewis of the Lewis & Vogel real estate firm sues Mrs. Henrietta Lewis for an absolute divorce claiming infidelity. He seeks custody of Thelma 14 and Edward under 12, and asks that they be placed with Dr William H. Pickering of Collins Mississippi pending final court decision. He also seeks the right to marry again if permitted by the court.
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James A. Lewis
Lewis & Vogel
Chancery Court
Henrietta Lewis
Thelma
Edward
William H. Pickering
Collins
Miss
Williams Treatment Offers Free Trial Urging Kidney and Uric Acid Relief
An advertisement claims The Williams Treatment conquers kidney and bladder diseases, rheumatism, and uric acid troubles. It offers a free 50 cent bottle for first-time users who mail in their name, address, and a 10 cent contribution to cover postage. It promises rest for nocturnal bathroom trips and relief from stiff joints and aching muscles.
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Dr. D. A. Wilms Company
Dept
East Hampton
Conn
Gebhardt Child Funeral Notice
The family announces the death of Mary G Gebhardt daughter of the late Theodore Gebhardt. Funeral will be held from 353 Savannah Street on Friday morning at eight o'clock with St Vincent's mass.
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Savannah
Striker Arrested on Assault Charges Amid Strike Turmoil
Mahler was arrested Thursday morning under an issued warrant executed by Detective Murphy. Chief Crenshaw denounced strikers for disorder and vowed strict enforcement of arrests for those congregating near plants. Mayor Laz Schwarz declined to comment on police actions but promised peace and order at all costs. Judge Henry Chamberlain discharged W. H. Walker in a threats case after deeming the evidence insufficient.
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Mahler
Murphy
Crenshaw
Laz Schwarz
W. H. Walker
Henry Chamberlain
Inferior Criminal Court
B. Christie
Walker
Dauphin
Royal Streets
Recorder’s Court
Chamberlain
Borah Accuses Federal Judges Tampering in Government Cases
The article reports Senator Borah alleging ongoing Secret influence over federal judges by the Justice Department. Senators Crawford Sutherland and Smith comment on the issue calling for investigation and possible recall of judges. Senator Colt disputes direct attempts but notes agents were sent to New England. No final action was taken on the attorney general's report.
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Borah
Crawford
Sutherland
Hoke Smith
Department
Jis
Borah Oae
Colt
Rhode Island
New England
Department of Justice
Hartselle Citizens Rally for Good Roads Days
The town of Hartselle Alabama mobilizes for Good Roads days August 14 15 and 16 with a Commercial Club drive to raise funds and support road work. Nearly 500 dollars has been subscribed as road officials join advocates in a plan to systematically work local roads. J A Rountree of the Alabama Good-Roads Association aids the effort.
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Hartselle
Ala
J. A. Rountree
Alabama Good—Roads —Association
Matthew Williams Files for Bankruptcy in District Court
Matthew Williams, a wage earner, filed a petition in bankruptcy in the United States district court Thursday morning. The filing lists liabilities of 60 dollars with no assets. The matter was referred to R. T. Ervin, referee, after adjudication in SanKeane.
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Matthew Williams
United States District Court
R. T. Ervin
Correction to Th Toggery Ad Misprint
A correction notes that the first edition ad from Th Toggery误 reported "su} cases" at 20 percent. It should state that tub suits are selling for 20 percent off.
Judge W. H. Cooper Dead
Governor ONeal was advised of the death of Probate Judge W H Cooper of Calhoun county at Anniston occurring this morning in Alabama.
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W. H. Cooper
Montgomery
Ala
O'Neal
Calhoun County
Anniston
A TEXAS WONDER Cures Kidney and Bladder Ailments
The Texas Wonder claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles for men and women and regulate bladder issues in children. If not sold locally, order by mail for $1.00. One bottle lasts about two months and supposedly completes a cure. Alabama testimonials requested. Dr. E. W. Hall, 2926 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri. Sold by Arenriets.
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Texas
Pease
Alabama
E. W. Hall
Olive Street
St. Louis
Moa
Arenriets
Adv
Bacon Defends Administration On Senate Floor Over Mexico Crisis
Senator Bacon argued for patience and peaceful means to restore order in Mexico. He said a personal envoy should be allowed to deliver messages and seek a reply before any drastic action, warning against haste that could jeopardize life and property. He criticized Clark’s resolution as undermining the president and noted information gaps and lobby misinformation. The Clark resolution was shelved by the tariff bill agenda.
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Mexico
Bacon
Lind
Clark
United States
Senate
Foreign ‘Relations Committee
Smith
Michigan
Congressional Record
Sheppard
Madero
Foreign Relations Committee
Hay
Wilson
Senator Clark
McKinley
Hoke Smith
Shoes for sale buy in job lots and repair services
Local advert highlights bulk shoe sales and repair services at 60 Government St. The note invites customers to shop cheaply and mentions superior repair work, directing readers to look for the street sign.
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Government St
Diaz Denies Plan to Visit Japan Despite Reports
Former Mexican president Porfirio Diaz released a statement denying any intention to travel to Japan. He said he is in excellent health and well informed on Mexico, but refused to comment on the current situation. The report claimed he would meet his nephew General Felix Diaz in Tokio.
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Paris
Diaz
Mexico
Japan
Tokio
Felix Diaz
Porfirio Diaz
How to Lose Your Tan Freckles or Wrinkles
A column from Woman's Tribune advises home skin care. It promotes mercorized wax to remove tan and freckles by peeling away skin safely over a week, and recommends nightly use after washing. It also suggests saxolite powder in hazel as an astringent facial bath to reduce wrinkles.
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J. W.A. Sanford
Capital
C. J. Moffett
Offerson Medical College
Philadelphia
C. J. Moffett Medicine
St. Louis, Mo
Montana
Kreptor
A. F. Rockwell
Optometrist and Manufacturing
Optician
N. Conception ST. Uprtails
Harry
Woman's Tribune
Will
Shuliery
Dauphin St
Masonic Temple
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