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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1914

Page

5

China Proclaims Neutrality Amid European Conflict

Peking reports China declares neutrality in the European war. Fortification of Tsing Tau continues as authorities amass provisions. Foreign enterprise slows, funds withdraw from banks tied to Russia France England Germany and Japan, and travel to Europe stalls due to rail and shipping restrictions.

Associated Press Peking China Tsing Tau Russia France England Germany Japan

Better Remedy Than Calomel Dodson's Liver Tone

An ad promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a gentler liver remedy replacing calomel. It claims calomel is risky and can cause salivation, while Liver Tone starts liver action softly without harming. A large bottle costs fifty cents and druggists offer a satisfaction guarantee.

Dodson

European fear of American machinery at Expos cited by Hauser

H. J. Hauser of Hauser Packing Co says European nations feared US industry and did not invite American exhibitors to Berne and Leipzig shows. He notes the San Francisco fair drew no American firm presence and claims European envy of American innovation. He spoke while abroad with his father Julius Mauser and brother C. F. Hauser.

United States Europe H. J. Hauser Hauser Packing Company of Los Angeles Hauser Julius Mauser C. F. Hauser Berne Leipsie Leipsice New York Herald

Fire destroys shop and several city structures in Louisville

A blaze at the Louisville Transfer Company's annex yesterday leveled the blacksmith shop city stable furniture warehouse and a farm implement manufacturing plant. The damage is estimated at 100000 dollars.

Louisville Louisville Transfer Company

Jury to Probe Death of Negro Cannon at Kewanee Miss

Meridian Mississippi reported that Lee Cannon, a black man shot by Convict Guards Lackey and Sharp near Kewanee, died at a local hospital. Guards claimed Cannon moved toward a hip pocket after being ordered to raise hands. Grand jury convened to investigate the killing.

Kewanee, Miss Meridian Miss Lee Cannon Kewanee Lackey Sharp

Mrs Wilson Dead Casts Washington In Mourning

The nation mourns as Mrs Wilson dies at 5 with the president and family in tears. Secretaries and officials observe a day of silence. vice president and cabinet members are notified and Congress adjourns. Burial plans point to Rome Georgia or Princeton New Jersey.

Mrs. Wilson Washington Tumulty Grayson Marshall Congress White House Benjamin Harrison Rome Wilson Princeton N. J Sylvester W. Beary

Mobilian Crowd Sees French Reservists Off for War

French reservists from New Orleans passed Mobile aboard the Louisville and Nashville train en route to New York to sail for France. Rene Lecroix, head of R. Lecroix & Co., led the party and rode in the two special coaches. A larger convoy is planned to depart New Orleans next Monday night.

Marseillaise New York France New Orleans Mobile Rene Lecroix R. Lecroix & Co Havre

Princeton church visits as Mrs Wilcom dies

The Presbyterian Church of Princeton, long attended by the family, visited Mrs. Wilcom during her illness but was not here yesterday. Professor Stockton Axson, her only brother, was en route from Oregon when news reached Pendleton. Cabinet members, supreme court justices, and diplomats telephoned condolences and sent cards as flowers arrive from many humble homes.

Presbyterian “Church of Princeton

Senate Quickly Heeds Her Request

Mrs. Wilson urged the president in the morning to pass the bill for improving Washington alleys. Sec retary Tumulty conveyed the message and the measure was adopted by the senate in silence and sent to the house. She learned it would become law soon and expressed satisfaction for her social welfare work.

Republic Senate Underwood House White House Moon Wilson United States

Vitalitas touted to regrow nails and heal tetter claims

H. E. O'Neil of Galveston testifies Vitalitas cured a tetter on his fingers and restored nail growth after years of loss. The ad claims Vitalitas boosts vital force, treats stomach liver kidneys and blood, and offers samples at Sutton's drug store.

H. E. O'Neil Texas 14Th Street Galveston Sutton’s

Passenger Service Routes From Mobile to Birmingham and Reform

Passenger service links Mobile to Birmingham and Reform Alabama with calls at York and Reform. The routing via Southern Calvert A T N York and AG trains departs Mobile at 7 00 AM reaching Tuscaloosa 4 20 PM and Birmingham 6 00 PM Reform by 6 45 PM with connection to M O east.

Mobile Birmingham Tuscaloosa York Reform Ala Southern Calvert A. G M. & O. East

Frohsinn Singers Gift Caterer Gift on 65th Birthday

The Frohsinn Singers honored their caterer Mr. J. M. Friedman with a gold pin bearing the Frohsinn emblem a harp and a diamond set on the occasion of his sixty fifth birthday Friedman hosted a Dutch lunch for the singers and is noted for serving without remuneration though not a musician he is a cherished patron and loyal supporter of the group.

Mobile Gesangeverein Frohsinn J. MM. Friedman Friedman Frohsian Singers

Portrait of Mrs Woodrow Wilson A devoted first lady

Mrs Elien Louise Axson Wilson born in Savannah Georgia died after a long illness of kidney trouble. She supported President Woodrow Wilson in his career, advised on politics and education, oversaw gardens and artistic pursuits, and remained a trusted partner through illness and public duties. Messages of sympathy poured in from leaders and notable figures.

Wilson Dr. Grayson

Flags at Half Mast for Mrs Wilson in Mobile

After the death of Mrs Woodrow Wilson, flags on all government vessels and buildings were ordered at half mast in Mobile. Postmaster J Blocker Thornton received messages directing the hoisting at half mast on the post office building until funeral services.

Woodrow Wilson Mobile J. Blocker Thornton Postoffice

Man files $1000 suit over alleged false arrest

Oliver Walker acting through his next friend Marie Walker sues Felix Tacon in law and equity court for damages claiming a malicious false arrest under city code section 1001. The charge was dismissed in court.

Law and Equity Court Oliver Walker Marie Walker Felix Tacon

Large Bottles of Sweet Dreams Mosquito Remedy 15¢

Large bottles of Sweet Dreams the Reliable Mosquito Remedy are advertised at 15 cents. The ad claims the product is odor free, lasts all night, and will not stain bed linen. Distributed by Mobile Drug Co. through drug stores everywhere.

Ltc Wisale Distributers Mobile Drug Co

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