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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1915
Page
3
In Montgomery on August 25 a House vote defeated the electric chair proposal intended to replace the gallows in Alabama. The measure, by Representative John A. Darden, called for private executions at Wetumpka State Penitentiary and abolition of gallows in counties.
In Montgomery on August 25 the senate amended the revenue bill removing the net solvent credits tax while preserving a 75 cent per $1 000 franchise tax. Senators Denson Lee Green Burns and Hartwell led the push for reductions, opposing Hill Lewis and Lusk. The house meanwhile passed several bills including amendments to tax collection and telegraph communications restrictions as debate continued and adjournment loomed. The buzzard bill was accepted with the bounty feature removed.
Alabama Senate committees report favorably the twice a month payday bill for employers with 100 or more workers. A measure on convict road labor also advances as debate centers on an equalization board appointment power with amendments tabbed. Governor Henderson vetoes a bill forcing eight hour daily six day workweeks for state employés.
In Gary Indiana Aug 25 police investigated the murder of Rev Edmund Kayser pastor of St James Lutheran Tolres ton a suburb body found near his home last night Threats had been made against him over pro German remarks The body showed a throat wound and a cord around the neck Police think he was murdered while in his study An undisturbed window cord lay near the neck position suggests strangulation or binding.
Washington officials awaited Berlin’s response in the Arabic case as unofficial reports suggested Von Bernstorff’s telegram aimed to reassure Washington. Berlin reportedly desires friendly relations and would send a favorable message, easing fears of a U S break with Germany. Officials doubt Berlin would abandon submarine warfare rights.
The American ambassador James W. Gerard met Foreign Minister Von Jagow in Berlin and asked for official details about the sinking of the steamer Arabic. Berlin says no official information exists, with only foreign dispatches providing light, leaving questions about torpedo versus mine and submarine conduct unresolved.
The Neue Freie Presse of Vienna says the American government has grave grounds to fear dangers to peace from its wartime policy. It argues it is absurd that injuries to two or three Americans in the warzone should decide the question of peace between two nations.
New Orleans August 25 The United Fruit Company reports little hope that the steamer Marewijne and its 96 aboard survived the tropical storm and possible sinking off the Cuban coast. Navy ships and the United Fruit line are searching the Gulf of Mexico for wreckage or survivors as a Ceiba report points to possible debris sixty miles north of the Yucatan.
Little Rock shipped a carload of canned goods and bread to flood refugees in Newport Ark living on upper floors as White River rose. Streets remained 2 to 12 feet deep in water. sewerage, water, light and gas services were out of commission and communication was cut off.
Water from Galveston wells at Alta Loma flows into city mains today via a temporary cross bay line completed late yesterday. The temporary main restores supply after the August 16 17 storm damaged the original network. Continued on Page 5.
In Montgomery on August 25 the Alabama lower house rejected a vote on a constitutional amendment for woman suffrage. The measure failed 52 to 42, lacking the three fifths required for passage after a stormy, drawn out debate. The Senate will consider the issue on the fortieth statutory day.
In Fort Worth on August 26 a judge ordered examination of a boy between six and eight years old to determine his exact age and establish his identity. The case involves Julio Delo of Quebec and Carrell of Fort Worth with Mrs Rothlai in attendance.
Drinker urges a reserve system for the US Army at a camp. Wilson proclaims US neutrality in the Italy Turkey war. Daniels backs stronger submarines and planes and asks Congress for funds. Rio de Janeiro approves a 850 000 Contos debt payment issue. In South Carolina Sam Nichols leads Democratic congress primary returns in fourth district.
Farmers are urged to sow a large turnip patch and save peas for winter feed. The article suggests burr clover in Bermuda pastures for future grazing and recommends oats or rye as a winter cover crop between cotton rows to prevent soil washing. Procrastination is warned as a thief of time and opportunity.
Correspondents indicate crops fare better than first thought with some locations delaying picking but yielding good harvests. Boll weevil damage remains but farmers offset by food crops and cattle. rains this past week aided progress. Continued on Page 7.
German authorities freed the American ship Dunsyre as reported by Ambassador Gerard. The release did not specify the reasons or any cargo details. One other ship remains under German control in the sea tension context.
Mrs. Mabel Cox sues the city of Biloxi for 5000 damages claiming a horse belonging to a Biloxi shrimp firm kicked her 10-year-old son Edgar Cox and the animal wandered loose in the city. The suit alleges the city should have impounded the animal. Also noted is the death of Mrs. Clarence Fenner, mother of Mrs. Foucher Dunbar, on Lee Street.
The 8-year-old daughter of a Mecklenburg county physician was assaulted at her home nine miles from Charlotte. A negro suspect is believed to have lured the girl, seized her, and attempted an assault before fleeing into nearby woods as officers and citizens search the area.
New York Aug 25 Public Service Commission bans carrying livestock such as dogs cats rabbits guinea pigs hens and similar creatures. It also bars bass drums bass violins and wash baskets on subway trains.
At Camp Hubbard Montgomery Alabama National Guard unit treats camp life as mobilization and routine. Second Battalion hikes to rifle range for two days of live life on the march plus cooking. Court martial nightly and band concerts planned ahead of Governor Henderson’s review day.
The Brazilian minister in Mexico City and former U S diplomat Senor Cardoso wrapped up his Washington visit today with a tour of Mt. Vernon and a wreath at George Washington's tomb. He noted no plans to stay longer, stating plans to visit summer resorts afterward. Eighteen carloads of gold and silver bullion from Guanajuato, Mexico, were ferried across the border at Laredo to Perth Amboy, New Jersey, en route.
London reports indicate entente powers seek near term policy clarity but no official step confirms Bulgaria's war declaration on Turkey. Cautious press notes assess German U boat diplomacy, Russian front conditions, and stalled shifts around Brest-Litovsk amid high geopolitical tension.
Paris dispatch cites a French summary of fighting from August 20 to August 25 noting British and French efforts and German breakthroughs near Litovsk southwest of the fortress. The official army statement confirms German advancement and ongoing Allied actions.
Operators of the Gilmore mines open a Mobile headquarters to engage in coal and merchandize business. Stephen Touart and W H Greenwood head efforts. Mines above encase will reopen September 1 after a service halt by Alabama New Transportation Company. Coal will be sent by water to New Orleans for sea-going vessels.
A Mobile reader reports joyous news for Mrs. L. Pate of 456 North Jackson Street. Her son Lawrence and his wife, long believed lost in the Texas coast hurricane, were rescued by the steamer Stony Tanger crew near Orange, Texas. They lost all but survived. The letter notes the storm’s severity, worse than 1906.
Thunder showers are expected this afternoon or tonight with cloudy skies and gentle northerly to northwest winds. In Alabama the forecast calls for possible showers this noon or tonight with cooler air tonight, especially in the northern portion.
A small red cow is lost near Bienville Hotel. A person named Pegi McKenzie is associated with the loss. Public notice requests search and return of the animal.
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