Treasury funds to aid crop movement discussed in Washington
Fifty central west bankers met with Secretary McAdoo to study distributing a 50 million dollar treasury deposit for moving crops. A 25 million share for the South was tentatively set, with the remainder split between the middle and far west.
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Associated Press
Washington
Central West
McAdoo
Treasury
Middle
Far West
Treasury Department
New York
Williams
Chicago
Indianapolis
Willams
United States
Increase in Milk Supply Discussed at Dairymen Institute
The Dairymen's Institute held its regular bi monthly meeting at the lec t hall of College. Dr Charles A Mohr city health officer and Dr F R Harsh chief meat and milk inspector spoke on food for dairy cattle and methods to increase the milk supply. They noted strong dairyman interest and positive results from the institute's work.
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Dairymen's Institute
lec_thek College
Charles A. Mohr
F. R. Harsh
Harsh
Cardinal Gibbons Sees Suffrage Despite Opposition
Cardinal Gibbons said he opposes women voting and has not ruled on the issue but believes suffrage will come to women. He spoke in Chicago en route to Milwaukee for Federated Catholic Societies meetings and described travel as tiring for an old man. He reiterated his old fashioned view of women and the home while noting the church has not yet taken a stance.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Cardinal Gibbons
Milwaukee
Church
Wine Merchant Tours Italy After Bright's Disease Recovery
James Raggi a San Francisco wine merchant was treated for Bright's Disease with Fulton’s Renal Compound at a hospital. His recovery led to a tour of Italy and he spoke of the treatment’s apparent efficacy. The advertisement urges others with Bright's Disease to try Fulton’s Renal Compound and lists Van Antwerp Drug Corner as a source.
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James Raggi
Montgomery Street
San Francisco
Bright
R. M. Wood
Raggi
Fulton
Italy
van Antwerp
John J. Fulton Co
Ady
Senator Joseph F Johnston A Storied Alabama Leader
A portrait of Joseph Forney Johnston tracing a career from Civil War captain to Alabama political powerhouse. The profile covers his early life in North Carolina, service in the Eighteenth Alabama, legal practice in Selma, leadership in the black belt during reconstruction, and rise to governor and U S senator. It notes his bank and industrial roles in Birmingham, his stance on currency and the 1901 constitution, and his 1906 bid as alternate senator alongside Bankhead, ending with his eventual senate term and challenge from R P Hobson.
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Alabama
Joseph Forney Johnston
Johnston
Lincoln County
North Carolina
Charlotte
Culloden
Gabriel Johnston
Samuel Johnston
United States Senate
Governor Johnston
Joseph F. Johnston
Shelby County
William H. Forney
Jacksonville
Ala
Selma
R. M. Nelson
Captain Johnston
South
Black Belt
Dillas County
Democratic
Birmingham
Alabama National Bank
Sloss Iron and Steel Company
Pioneer Iron Making Corporation
Thomas G. Jones
Reuben F. Kolb
Kolb
Farmers’ Alliance
Montgomery County
Jones
Montgomery
Clarke
Cleveland
A. T. Goodwyn
G. B. Deans
United States
Mobile
Solemn High Mass for Late Bishop J O Sullivan
The seventeenth anniversary of the death of the Right Rev. J O Sullivan late bishop of Mobile will be commemorated by a solemn high mass of requiem at the Cathedral Monday August 11 at 8 o clock. The people and clergy of the city are invited to attend. There is one consolation the Chinese can enjoy. If there is a revolution it will be of short duration.
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J.o'sullivan
Mobile
Senator Johnston Honored in Alabama as Senate Adjourns
The Alabama Senate adjourned in memory of Senator Johnston after tributes and resolutions. A funeral plan was set with a Birmingham delegation to attend, while Governor Bristow said a governor cannot appoint a successor without legislative authority. A special election or session may be called under the new law. The House also adjourned in tribute.
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Eemond Pearson Hobson
Clayton
Heflin
Underwood
House
Johnston
Senate
Overman
Senate Chamber
Birmingham
Bankhead
Bacon
Chamberlain
Hitchcock
Clarke
Vardaman
Johnson
Swanson
Smith
South Carolina
Thornton
Gallinger
Warren
Bristow
Catron
Brady
Kenyon
Alabama
O Neal weighs how to fill Johnston Senate vacancy
Governor O Neal seeks guidance from the attorney general and legal advisers on appointing a successor to Senator Johnston under the seventeenth amendment. A U S attorney general opinion is awaited to determine legality and timing, with a possible delay if no immediate appointment is possible. Governor O Neal also sent condolences to Senator Bankhead on Johnston's death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
Ala
O'Neal
Senator Johnston
United States
Messenger boys clash with strikers on Street
Striking messengers and sympathizers mobbed Western Union couriers on St Francis street Thursday. Scab riders faced hoots and tires were slashed. Charles Pryor fined ten dollars or twenty days for bicycle theft from a strike breaker. Jank Betan to juvenile court after arrest for assault. Company expects peace as eleven boys return to work.
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St. Francis Street
Of'ce
Western Union
Messice
Charles Pryor
Recorder’s Court
Cawthon
Jank Betancourt
S. Sesseman
Death of Senator Joseph F Johnston Prompts Regret Across Mobile
Mobile residents express sorrow at the death of Senator Joseph F Johnston praising his long service in state and national government. Mayor Laz Schwarz and L C Fry of Merchants Bank recall his friendship and leadership in improving Mobile harbor and Alabama's interests.
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Mobile
Jos. F. Johnston
United States Senate
Ltem
Joseph F. Johnston
Senator Johnston
State of
Alabama
Laz Schwarz
City Commission
City Commissioner Praises Late Senator Johnston
City Commissioner Harry Pillans lauds Joseph F. Johnston as one of Alabama's ablest and most patriotic sons. He notes Johnston's influence in Washington and his diligent, efficient service to the state, and says the people must mourn his loss.
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Pillans
Harry Pillans
Joseph F. Johnston
Alabama
United States
Washington
City Commissioner recalls death of Senator Joseph F. Johnston
City Commissioner J Lyons recalled Joseph F Johnston of Alabama after his death. Lyons described Johnston as a man of strong convictions, a financier and political authority, noting his influence in the senate and impact on national affairs.
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Frat J. Lyons
Alabama
Joseph F. Johnston
Selma
United States
Senate
Judge Semmes Praises Senator Johnston's Convictions
Judge Oliver J. Semmes of the city court lauds Senator Johnston as an able man with strong ambitions who acted on his convictions despite popular clamor. Alabama loses a senator any state might feel proud to claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. J. Semmes
Oliver J. Semmes
Johnston
Alabama
Judge Henry Chamberlain on Senator Johnston Loss to Alabama
Judge Henry Chamberlain of the inferior court praised Senator Joseph F. Johnston as a great loss to Alabama and the nation. Johnston was a man who valued friends and held high principles of government, inspiring respect in Mobile.
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Henry Chamberlain
Inferior Court
Joseph F. Johnston
Alabama
Senate
Mobile
Joseph Forney Johnston
Judge Price Williams Jr. Reflects on Senator Johnston’s Death
Judge Price Williams Jr described the sudden death of Senator Johnston as a personal bereavement and a state and national calamity. He praised Johnston’s loyalty to duties, home, and country, noting his fidelity and patriotic service.
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Price Williams, Jr
Judge Price Williams, Jr
Senator Johnston
Postmaster P. D. Barker Remembers Senator Johnston
Postmaster P D Barker expresses shock at the death of Senator Johnston. He recalls their wartime friendship in Selma and praises Johnston as a major Alabama statesman who led during his governorship and helped the state advance. He notes many old soldiers are passing away.
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P. D. Barker
Senator Johnston
Selma
Alabama
Death of Senator Johnston Shocks City Bank Leader
E. J. Buck of City Bank and Trust Company recalls Senator Johnston as a brilliant statesman and Mobile’s trusted friend in Congress. Buck notes Mobile lost a good friend and influential advocate with his death.
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E. J. Buck
J. Buck
The
City Bank and Trust Company
Johnston
Mobile
Congress
Tribute by J W Little to a Great Alabamian
J W Little, president of the People's Bank, lauds a long-time friend of Mobile and a steadfast congressman, praising his devotion to duties and the strength he gave to the people.
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J. W. Little
The
People's Bank
Mobile
Congress
J L Taylor on Johnston death shock to Mobile and nation
J L Taylor president of Union Savings Bank calls Senator Joseph F Johnston's death a great shock to Mobile and the country. He says Johnston had begun to make a name in Congress and was a man of ability whose insight was valued in public affairs and that his loss is great to Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. C. Fry
the Merchants Bank
Joseph F. Johnston
Senate
United States
Alabama
J. L. Taylor
The
Union Savings Bank
Mobile
Congress
Senator Johnston Dies, McDermott Notes In Memoriam
Bank of Mobile President M. J. McDermott reports the death of Senator Johnston, conveyed with sincere regret in a note published by The Item. Johnston’s passing is announced as a major loss to the region’s political leadership and civic life.
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M. J. McDermott
Bank of Mobile
Johnston
Obituary Tribute to Senator Johnston by Mobile Leader
William H. Armbrecht, president of the Mobile Chamber of Commerce and Business League, praises Senator Johnston as a practical, indefatigable worker who kept in touch with state affairs. He lauds Johnston’s loyalty and predicts greater influence had he lived, noting his long service under the Democratic administration.
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William H. Armbrecht
W. H. Armbrecht
Mobile Chamber of Commerce and Business League
Senator Johnston
Alabama
Johnston
Senate
A Rail Executive Honors Senator Johnston in Alabama
R V Taylor of Mobile and Ohio Railroad expressed distress at Senator Johnston's death. He praised Johnston's lifelong public service from governor to U S senator and highlighted his strong private life and beloved family ties, noting he will be mourned widely in Alabama.
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R. V. Taylor
Item
Mobile and Ohio Railroad
Senator Johnston
United States
Alabama
E D Ledyard Honors Senator Johnston For Mobile Loss
E D Ledyard president of the Mobile Cotton Exchange laments Senator Johnston's death, praising his affection for Mobile and his energy and splendid services given to the community. He notes Alabama and Mobile suffered a great loss by his passing.
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E. D. Ledyard
The
Mobile Cotton Exchange
Johnston
Alabama
Mobile
Colonel Lyons Mourns Death of Senator Johnston
Colonel A. S. Lyons, a longtime warm personal and political friend of Senator Johnston in the city, was deeply grieved on learning of the senator's death. He had been led by private reports to expect the end was near.
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A. S. Lyons
Senator Johnston
Major W W Screws Dies at Coosada Home
Major William Wallace Screws editor of the Montgomery Advertiser dies suddenly at his country home in Coosada Alabama his wife and two sons present He was born February 25 1839 in Barbour County served in the Civil War held posts as Alabama secretary of state and Montgomery postmaster from 1893 to 1897 He authored Alabama history books and was active in Masonic and Episcopal circles Funeral set for 6 pm at St Johns Episcopal Church in Montgomery with tributes from Captain John Craft of Mobile
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Associated Press
Montgomery
Ala
William Wallace Screws
Montgomery Advertiser
Coosada
Benjamin Screws
Holt Screws
Major Screws
Barbour County
Alabama
Tennessee
Kentucky
Virginia
Advertiser
Major W. W. Screws
St. John’s Episcopal Church
E. E. Cobbs
Lawrence Street
Alabama public figure lauded after sudden death
Colonel Lyons praised the deceased as one of Alabama’s greatest public men and noted that his loss deprived the state of a reliable guardian of public interests.
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Lyons
Alabama
Alabama Senator Remembered As Diligent Public Servant
A. P. Bush, former Alabama legislator and friend of the late senator, called the death a great shock though aware of illness. He praised the senator as a devoted public servant and one of the best business leaders to hold the chief position, noting the nation and especially Alabama and the port of Mobile suffer from the loss.
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A. P. Bush
Alabama
Mobile
Senator Johnston Remembered As Gallant Soldier And Loyal Leader
Leon Schwarz eulogizes Senator Johnston, praising him as a gallant soldier and patriotic citizen. He recalls voting for Johnston and lauds his loyalty, family values, and service to people, state, and nation, calling for affectionate remembrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon Schwarz
Senator Johnston
Johnston
Joe Johnston
Statement on Senator Johnston by State Senator Stevens
State Senator Thomas M. Stevens of Mobile praises Senator Johnston as practical and effective. He says Johnston served the people with a clear mind and courage, and that his death is a great loss to the state.
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Thomas M. Stevens
Mobile
Johnston
Bauer Named President Of Board
John T. Bauer is listed as the president of the board in a brief note continued from page nine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Bauer
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Dairy Institute
Welson & Bailey
Nelson & Bailey
South Royal St
Sen. J. F. Johnston
State
Democratic Executive Committee
John T. Morgan
Morgan
W. W. Jelks
Jelks
Sep Tat Jahston
Morgan and Pettus
John H. Bankhead
Jesse F. Stallings
Richard H. Clarke
John B. Knox
William C.pitts
William ©. Oates
R. P. Hobson
Aras
Juanito
Gov. O'Neal
Messenger Boys
Mobile Express
Pat J. Lyons
Palm Beach
Jacobson
the Good Clothes Store
Dauphin ST
Mrj. W. W. Screws
Soldier and Statesman
John Craft
Mrs. Screws
Albert P. Bush
City Bank & Trust
Mobile’s
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