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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1916
Page
5
German press largely views Italy's war declaration as an empty gesture. Most papers criticize Rome's move as theatrical and ineffectual, with Vorwaerts as a notable exception praising nothing.
Rome reports Italy declared war on Germany on Sunday August 28, marking a formal entry into hostilities in the European theater.
Berlin reports an official statement via Swiss mediation that Italy, from August 25, declares war on Germany. The announcement comes as during a period of rising European conflict. The move affects alliance dynamics and wartime posture in the region.
An Italian government communication via Stefani agency to Switzerland requests the Swiss to inform Germany of a particular matter. The Rome dispatch relays a Havas explanation noting the diplomatic channel and context from August 28.
An advertisement claims Haarlem Oil Capsules from Gold Medal restore strength after overwork and poor eating. It asserts benefits for uric acid issues, kidney and bladder problems, stomach disturbance, and general weakness, urging immediate use with a money back guarantee and pricing at 2c, 50c, and 1.00 per box.
Puss Junior helps a boy wash a pony at Banbury Cross after a girl hurts the pony. They lead the pony to a river bank and wash it, then plan to ride a little into the water to clean and calm the frightened animal.
Italy states at war with Germany effective from August 28, asserting a strategic shift in alliance during the ongoing conflict. Prime sources indicate formalizing the declaration amid World War II hostilities.
Puss the Cat cleans a dusty pony, declaring him “as clean as a whistle.” The pony neighs with relief as he crosses the bank and celebrates by kicking his heels. A grateful boy thanks the cat and wishes him a pleasant journey.
London reports Italy and Germany edge toward confrontation as Italy declares war in effect on Germany. Italy sent troops to Saloniki aiding Macedonian front while Germany directs opposing forces. Diplomatic break follows prior alliance withdrawal and dual peace concerns.
Norfolk detachment reports civilian volunteers quickly grasped duties after a short sea period. The rookies gained value in ship maneuvering and impressed officers, suggesting civilian training cruises should strengthen reserve forces for potential foreign conflict.
Oklahoma City August 28 Lieutenant Governor M E Trapp acting as chief executive said he would not interfere with the fifteen round Moran Morris prize fight in Tulsa on September 4. He noted the attorney general’s instruction to the Tulsa county sheriff to stop the bout and stated boxing is not a violation of state prize fighting statutes and the sheriff acted without his authority.
A swordfish boasts prowess and many sea creatures attend a royal contest. The salmon, praised as wisest for knowing land and sea, declines kingship, prompting the chorus to an unexpected consensus that wisdom outweighs force. The scene ends with the salmon's courteous refusal.
Lionel Barrymore headlines Biograph’s The Woman in Black at the Empire in a five act feature. It also marks the last of the Musty Surfer shorts with a Sunday Bray cartoon. Sessue Hayakawa stars Monday in The Honorable Friend, with action and a jiu jitsu twist. Marie Doro appears Tuesday in The White Pearl, a romance of the Orient. Mary Pickford headlines Wednesday in The Eagle’s Mate, a beloved repeat. Robert Edeson leads Fathers of Men on Thursday. Naomi Childers and others support. The Selig Athletic Feature Film series arrives Thursday with golf champ Chick Evans, billiards, wrestling, and a three mile walk drama. Lou Tellegen stars in The Victory of Conscience Friday.
The French and British ministers pressed Premier Zaimis to state how much of the Bulgarian advance Greece would countenance without resisting. They argued that defending central Thessaly would not be militarily useful since Saloniki is sea supplied and land siege could not sever it. Public sentiment in Greece grows as Bulgarian forces invade.
The Rev. William Parker Nelgon of East Minster Presbyterian church Kansas City preached at Government Street Presbyterian in the pastor's absence. He delivered an open air sermon in Bienville Square Sunday night on the subject A Mother and a Son.
Captain John G. Smith, former owner and captain of the steamer Beaver and other vessels around Mobile, died at his home 59 Rapier avenue after an extended illness. He leaves a widow, his parents G. D. Smith, two brothers T. E. and C. D. Smith in Havana, and other relatives. Born February 12, 1872 in Warsaw Indiana.
A tense tale of two loving souls separated by religious vows unfolds in Paris cafes. Saturday at the Empire features The Kid starring Lillian Walker. Future Empire showings include Sherlock Holmes with William Gillette and Salvation Joan with Edna May.
Due to a recruitment notification delay the muster of the first Mobile cavalry troop scheduled for Sunday could not occur. Officers report the necessary strength is now assured and the company will be mustered into service soon.
William Russell stars in The Strength of Donald McKavirtin a virile five act drama at the Queen Wednesday The Mutual Star production follows Soul Mates and The Highest Bid as part of the Russell series Scenes unfold in California mountains portraying woodsmen and primal desires in a vivid motion picture.
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