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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1916

Page

2

Peace Proposals Predicted by Berlin Papers

Berlin papers forecast an approaching peace and discuss terms with allies and central powers. The Tageblatt argues a business peace is possible while Belgium independence persists and Belgian annexation wanes. It also notes Brethren views on pacifism and signals of Wilson mediation via Gerard.

Berlin Tageblatt Wilson Associated Press London Belgium Germany Voissche Zeitung Gerard America

Editorials Cite Shifting Peace Sentiment Over War News

Editorials across newspapers, via Associated Press, discuss the impact of recent Romanian military events and Entente economic strains on public mood. They note strengthened peace sentiment as political conditions shift, with Sayville transmission of the dispatch.

Associated Press Bprlin Sayville Romania

A Fine Treatment for Catarrh

Catarrh is a constitutional disease needing a constitutional treatment. Sprays inhalers salves and douches rarely help and may worsen the condition. Obtain Par mint double strength from a druggist, mix with hot water and sugar, and take one tablespoon four times daily for relief from head noises nasal blockage and mucus. The remedy is mild tonic and inexpensive.

Notable Visitors and Lectures Highlight Mobile Social Scene

Messrs Fritz Gluckert and Walter Vanderwel from Mainz and Posen Germany plan a world tour lecture here next Saturday night representing Wandervogel Gaublatt. Mobile hosts Louis L. Gerst and family, returning Florida Coffee rep, as well as plans for Upshaw lectures and a new railroad freight agent appointment.

Fritz Gluckert Mainz Walter Vanderwel Posen Germany Wandervogel Gaublatt Ocean Springs Miss

Ambassadors Return and Imminent British Cabinet Crisis

The article notes discussions of Ambassador Gerard's return from the United States and rumors of a forthcoming British ministerial crisis. The Vossische Zeitung suggests the war's end is nearer in recent weeks, with statesmen recognizing this though their words lack clarity.

Gerard United States Vossische Zeitung

United States backs Britain in war as Pacific settlement nears

The Vossische Zeitung notes US peace talks were not seriously considered until Britain's peril became clear, attributing this to Anglo American solidarity. It argues US interest lies in supporting Britain and that a Pacific settlement with Japan is inevitable, viewing England as the natural ally.

Vossische Zeitung United States Great Britain America Pacific Japan England

Wallace Acts as Judge at Fox Hunters Meeting in Wilcox

John H. Wallace state game and fish commissioner acted as judge at a meeting of the Alabama Fox Hunting Association in Wilcox county. He was expected in Montgomery and remained through Satsuma Day, according to county game warden John D. Hensch.

Wallace FOX Hunters Montgomery John H. Wallace

Fletcher Named Commerce Committee Chairman

Senator Fletcher of Florida was chosen by the senate to lead the commerce committee succeeding the late Senator Clarke. The selection was announced in Washington on December 5.

Fletcher Commerce Associated Press Washington Senator Fletcher Florida Senate Today Committee On Commerce Clarke

Willard and Carpentier Set for 10 Round Bout

Georges Carpentier and Jess Willard are verbally agreed to a ten round no decision bout to be staged in New York within the next two months. Final contracts are pending but both champions have signaled consent and await official articles.

Associated Press New York Georges Carpentier France Jess Willard

Constipation Diet Tips Mention Cheese Tea and Fruits

An Adv notice advises that cheese tea and boiled milk slow bowels while raw fruits graham and whole wheat bread promote movement. For severe constipation the recommended remedy is Chamberlain's Tapio taken after supper.

Chamberlain

Democrats Will Contest Arizona Governor Race

In Phoenix yesterday Democrats signaled plans to contest the Arizona governor result, claiming a narrow victory for Thomas Campbell opposed by Governor Hunt. Eugene Ivés, Hunt’s counsel, said no fraud charges would be filed.

Arizona Phoenix Ariz Thomas Campbell Hunt Eugéne 8. Ivés

British Premier Seeks New Two Billion Credit

The British premier will ask the House of Commons on Thursday to approve a new vote of credit of 400 million pounds, bringing total 1916 credit to 1.75 billion pounds.

Associated Press House of Commons

Thirteen Charged With Prohibition Violations in City Cases

Recorder D. H. Edington pressed charges against thirteen defendants for violating the prohibition law. Named defendants include Kouitz, Smith, William Williamson, Cerro, Schroeder, Zieman, Poggi, Shaffer, Allen, Stroecker, Potter, Doyle, and King. W T Lamb’s case was dismissed as liquor was found in nonowned premises. The city attorney said convictions could not be secured in the city court due to ownership issues.

Nhlle D. H. Edington Charles Kouitz R. W. Smith Rufus Joe Willamson John P. Cerro William Shroeder A. Zieman F. Poggi Fred Shaffer F. L. Allen A. Stroecker J. Potter W. M. Doyle George King W. T. Lamb

Court Dismissals And Docket Call In Browne Court

Circuit Court session notes show several cases dismissed for want of prosecution or service. Dismissals include Faith vs Hieronymus, Yeend Investment Co. vs Ward, Ferguson vs Vaughan, Hoffman vs Buerger, and Crichton Lumber Co. vs Gue. Wednesday call lists Penny vs McGowin, Dixie Grain vs Sirmon, Crooks vs Beard Leeper Co, Pruitt vs Bolton, Floyd & Bohr vs Dees & Harper, and Hervey Hotel Co. vs Smith.

Circuit Court A A Browne Business Thasday L. H EB. W. Faith Hieronymus Hg Yeend Investment Co J. B. Warde Mary H. Ferguson Mabel E. Vaughan Eliza B. Hoffman Henry M. Buerger Crichton Lumber Co E. Gue Nellie Z. Penny J. G. McGowin Dixie Grain J. A. Sirmon A. Crooks Beard-Leeper Cons. Co W. E. Pruitt D. H. Bolton Floyd& Bohr Dees & Harper Hervey Hotel Co R. R. Smith Floyd & Bohr

Law and Equity Court docket funneled cases list

Law and Equity Court Berney judge. Tuesday actions show Samuel Downer vs Munson Steam Ship Line dismissed by plaintiff. J N McCurdy vs Mound City Roofing Tile Co on trial. Wednesday calls Ezell vs Patterson, Dave Carroll vs Frank Norden, National Kellastone vs Richards Building Material Co.

LAW and Equity Court Law Side Berney Samuel Downer Munson Steamship Line J. N. McCurdy Mound City Roofing Tile Co Ezell Patterson Dave Carroll Frank Norden National Kellastone Richards Bldg. Material Co

Representative Tribble Not Likely to Recover

Representative Tribble of Georgia was stricken with apoplexy in his House office building and is hospitalized with only slight chances for recovery.

Associated Press Washington Representative Tribble Georgia

Grove's Tasteless Tonic as General Tonic

The ad claims Grove's Tasteless Tonic is a valuable general tonic with quinine and iron. It notes the product price at 50 cents and emphasizes its old standard status and tonic properties.

Make Pinex cough syrup at home for a fraction of cost

A home made cure uses 21% ounces of Pinex mix in a pint bottle with syrup to treat coughs and throat infections. It claims rapid relief from bronchial symptoms and is advertised as a trusted, concentrated pine extract remedy produced in Wayne Indiana with a money back guarantee.

Ives Norva Wayne Ind

Ely's Cream Balm Advertises Quick Catarrh Relief

An old advertisement claims Ely's Cream Balm clears nasal passages and relieves catarrh quickly. It promises relief from headaches and nasal discomfort after applying a small amount in the nostrils. The copy urges readers to tell their druggist to buy the product for instant soothing of swollen mucous membranes.

Sloan's Liniment advertised for rheumatism relief

An advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as quick relief for rheumatism stiff joints and poor circulation. It claims fast action penetrating the skin without staining and lists 26c 50c and 1.00 bottles, suitable for sprains strains and general soreness.

Sloan

John D. Archbold Dies Noted Standard Oil Magnate

John Dustin Archbold, president of the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey, died at his Tarrytown home after a two week illness following appendicitis surgery. Funeral services are set for Thursday with John D. Rockefeller and William Rockefeller among attendees. The village will suspend operations as a memorial. Archbold, 68, survived by his wife, a son, and a daughter, was a key Rockefeller associate since 1875 in oil refining and trading.

New York Charles Ftughes Madison Avenue Berkeley Cal Frederick T. Lane San Francisco Associated Press Tarrytown N. Y John Dustin Archbold Standard Oil Company of New Jersey John D. Rockefeller William Rockefeller Archbold Standard Oilpany New Jersey Trust United States Supreme Edward L George E. Brewer

Fragmentary price notes and odd symbols in clipped text

Reading shows stray numbers and symbols like 15e 19¢ and a distorted phrase. No clear event or names emerge, rendering a minimal catalog entry with limited readable facts.

Historic Sale List of Dinnerware and Accessories

A fragmented sale list shows Gold Band Caps and Saucers priced 15c, Blue and White Plates at 10c, Percolator Tops 10c, White Cap and Saucers chipped at three for a noted price, Japanese Cups Saucers with unspecified value, and White Slop Jars mentioned among other items. Contains multiple brand and item labels with minimal clear pricing.

Cairns Sk Ciel

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