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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1913

Page

7

Pythian Sisters Champion Moral Welfare And Charity

Ida Johnson, chief of the Pythian Sisters in Mobile, extols the order’s aims and ethics derived from ancient teachings. She notes the sisters’ work for members and the public through homes for the aged, hospital rooms, food and clothing for the needy, and support for the sick and dying, alongside the Knights of Pythias.

Ida Johnson Gulf City Pythian‘ Sisters Pythian Sisters Knights of Pythias Pyth Damon Pythias H. Rathbone J. A. Hill

Light of beneficent teachings spread to world

A fragment praises taking up temple life and the spread of beneficent teachings to permeate and control the world. The tone calls for devotion and global reach of spiritual guidance.

Ramalah Temple Initiates Dokies In Ceremony At Night

The Dramatic Order Knights of Khorassan known as the Dokies held a Ramalah Temple No 134 initiation with candidates Wendall Keep Lindsey William Walter Seay L E Carroll J N Goodwin Alexander McKinstry John Ed Fincher T M Walker L W Savage Solomon Heidelberger John Pierce and John R Peevey Jr After a long work session the group moved to the banquet room for the Dokie supper Royal Vizier W L Cahall served as toast master and Dr John C O Gwynn received a special testimonial. A future ceremonial is planned as more candidates join.

Ramalah Temple No Dramatic Order Knights of Wendall Keep Lindsay William Walter Seay L. E. Carroll J. N. Goodwin Alexander McKinstry John Ed Fincher L. W. Savage Solomon Heidelberger John Pierce John R. Peevey, Jr W. L. Cahall Durham John C. O’gwynn

Physician Cures Wife of Consumption with Home Treatment

A physician from East Saugus Massachusetts claims his wife recovered from consumption after using the Lloyd treatment. He says she improved within ten days and fully recovered after months of use, praising the remedy as effective and safe. He invites readers to send name and address for sworn testimonies and free information from JUDD Q. LLOYD at 6871 Lloyd Building St Louis Missouri.

W. H East Saugus Mass Lloyd Pinkard Toda Judd Q. Lloyd Lloyd Building St. Louis

Fraternal Group Extends Membership and Adds New Insurance Rate

The organization lifts membership age to sixteen up to fifty and adds an eighth rate of 250 dollars to its insurance options. The Catholic Knights and Ladies of America now count 181 members and meet monthly at 7 30 p m in the Young Men's Benevolent Association hall at Dauphin and Jackson streets with social events throughout the year.

Edward J. Hackett M. E. Henry Ruffin Richard O. Gerow J. A. Sappington Eugenia Jones J. A. Cummins N. D. Green J. McCafferty A. McCue A. Gerow M. Byrneé National Board Catholic Knights and Ladies of America

Eagles Group Divides Members Into Blues and Reds

The Order of Eagles Mobile Aeri No 880 divides its entire membership into two groups named the Blues and the Reds under Dr J Grey Thomas and Alexander McKinsty. Each side will solicit new members and the top recruiter wins a valuable prize as the dispensation aims to gain at least 800 new members.

Order of Eagles Mobile Aeri Blues Reda J. Grey Thomas Alexander McKinsty Reds

Mobile Carnival Association Executive Committee Listed

The executive committee of the Mobile Carnival Association is named with W. B. McAtee as chairman and W. H. Reynolds as vice chairman along with officers Pat J. Lyons treasurer Paul Wilson secretary and a long list of members. Ex officio status links committee members to all Carnival Association functions under supervision.

Mobile Carnival Association W. B. McAtee W. H. Reynolds Pat J. Lyons Paul Wilson T. K. Jackson John T. Cochrane Ralph G. Richard Colden A. Brown H. T. Hartwell E. J. Buck John A. Hughes Julius Goldstein Joseph N. McAleer B. H. Eischold

Reception Committee Named for Public Mask Ball

The reception committee for the mas querade ball on Tuesday February 4 at 9 o'clock in Carnival Auditorium City Sheds foot of St Francis street is W B McAtee chairman with members G M Van Liew Charles B Hervey J L Suttle W H Reynolds Adolph Birch John A Hughes Troost Parker A G Quinn Ben H Thomas G M Luce Ralph G Richard Paul Wilson Albert P Bush Orville F Cawthon Frank T Parker Pettus Lee W H Buck H H Maschmeyer Lyman C Dorgan John T Cochran Thomas W Sims George B Rogers named for duties.

St. Francis Street W. B. McAtee G. M. van Liew Charles B. Hervey J. L. Suttle W. H. Reynolds Adolph Birch John A. Hughes Troost Parker A. G. Quinn Ben H. Thomas G. M. Luce Ralph G. Richard Paul Wilson Albert P. Bush Orville F. Cawthon Frank T. Parker Pettus Lee W. H. Buck H. H. Maschmeyer Lyman C. Dorgan John T. Cochrane Thomas W. Sims George B. Rogers H. M. Hopper Harry T. Hartwell LeBaron Lyons M. J. McDermott Orville Cawthon R. Prince J. L. Taylor L. J. Davis Henry Hall Lyons E. C. Hughes H. H. Wefel, Jr F. Thompson H. C. Geron A. D. Bloch E. O. Fowlkes M. L. Gans T. W. Sims

Far-sighted man ignores peach bud fate during canning season

A remark notes that a man who can foresee the coming canning season pays little mind to the eventual outcome for the tender peach buds. The observation emphasizes detachment from seasonal agricultural risks and priorities.

Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound Heat System Story

Anticipating cold season tips suggest keeping Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound on hand to soothe coughs without opiates. J P Higgins of Stanton Wisconsin notes that one bottle can help ease inflamed airways and may reduce medical costs.

J. P. Higgins Stanton Wis

Orrine Promises Cure For Drink Habit With Money Back Guarantee

A promotional notice asserts Orrine cures the drink habit with high success and offers a full refund if no benefit is seen after trial. The product costs $1 per box and a free booklet is available from D. & Bauer at the given Philadelphia addresses.

D. &. Bauer N. W. Conception Dauphin Streets

Coronation in City Sheds Highlight of Mobile Carnival

John T. Cochrane, a carnival official, touts the city sheds as the best venue for the coronation and public ball. He says the sheds offer three times more floor space and will allow out of town visitors to see the ceremonies, with curtains movable to expand viewing. He urges Mobilians to support and entertain guests at the ball, promising a well managed and respectable event.

John T. Cochrane Carnival Association Mr. Cochrane Mobile

Orphans to Enjoy Mardi Gras Shows Free in St Louis

Mayor Laz Schwarz arranged for all city orphans to be guests at the St. Louis Amusement Company Mardi Gras shows near the terminal depot nextThursday with free admission. The five shows ferris wheel merry go round bowling alleys and other attractions will be open to the orphans. The arrangement followed the mayor's refusal of passes offered to him by the management.

Laz Schwarz St. Louis Amusement Company

Queen's Coronation Reception Committee Named

The Queen's Coronation Reception Committee for the carnival ceremony to honor the queen is named. Albert P. Bush serves as chairman with members including John T. Cochrane H. M. Hopper Harry T. Hartwell W. B. McAtee LeBaron Lyons M. J. McDermott and others. The event is set for Monday evening February 3 at 9 o'clock in the Carnival Auditorium.

Barkentine Golden Rod Arrives Safe in Port

The British barkentine Golden Rod, once reported off Pensacola light in a leaking condition, arrived safely in port Saturday the channel by tug Nimrod.

Pensacola Port

No One Knows Who To Use First Among Guests

A reflective remark about choosing among many unfamiliar dining companions, noting that sympathy and social obligations favor the party who married for money, yet failed to secure it.

Sunday Blue Laws Near Enforcement In Winsted Conn

Winisted men fear fines as old blue laws tighten Sunday activity. The Welfare League backing a Sunday closing move prompts merchants to close shops and restrict papers gasoline and confectionery sales. Prosecutor Blodgett warned violators of prosecution with no further notice.

International News Service Winsted Conn Welfare League W. H. Blodgett

Rural diatribes and church sermons fuel country life

Rufe Hoskins notes rural monotony yet recalls attending a country church where after the sermon the service shifts to horse racing, a village pastime blending faith and sport.

Rufe Hoskins

Protone Claim Sparks Weight Gain Miracle

A well known gentleman touts Protone as a revolutionary weight and nerve strength treatment. He reports gaining 30 pounds in a month and endorses its effects on digestion, blood cells, and muscle building, with offers for free samples and a book on why you are thin.

George Protone Co Protone

Free Protone Coupon Promises Free 50c Package

A Protone Company offer invites readers to request a free 50 cent package of Protone by mailing the coupon with 10 cents to cover postage. The package includes full instructions and the book Why You Are Thin. City

Protone Company

For Sale in Mobile by Sutton Bros and Partners

List of sale items in Mobile including addresses on St Francis Street Broad Street Cedar Streets Canal and Conception Streets and Bienville Pharmacy with multiple sellers and locations.

Mobile Sutton Bros St. Francis Street van Aller Broad Street C. H. Burkett New Jersey Cedar Streets H. Bauer Canal Conception Streets Bienville Pharmacy St. Francis

Gulf Co. Expands Fleet With New Steamer

The Gulf Strip Company plans to add a second steamer to its Mexican gulf service, increasing to about three sailings monthly. The Gulf Steamship Company's vessel American is due to dock before Monday with roughly 1,600 bales of sisal hemp aboard.

Gulf Strip Company Steamship American Gulf Steamship Company

No More Gray Hair Silver Threads Promised in Home Formula

An old article pitches a home remedy to darken gray hair and revive the scalp. It recommends Bay Rum, Lycrine, and Barbo Compound mixed with seven ounces of water to create a preparation said to darken hair, remove dandruff, balance scalp humors, and invigorate follicles.

Young Men's Benevolent Association Meeting Notice

Officers and members are requested to attend the regular meeting next Thursday evening February 6 at 8 o'clock. By order of John H. Moore president Henry Ledebur secretary.

Y.M. B.A Young Men's Benevolent Association John H. Moore Henry Ledebur

Poslam Skin Remedy Ad Promises Fast Relief

An old advertisement touts Poslam for skin conditions including eczema acne and rash relief. It claims immediate itching stop and rapid healing, endorsing Poslam soap for tender nursery skin. The ad lists prices and offers free samples from Emergency Laboratories in New York City.

West 26Th Street New York City

Also Mentioned on This Page

John C. White Mobile Lodge Loyal Order of Moose Mr. White Moose Hostetter Orrine Iry J. T. Cochrane Barkentine THE Protone Bidg Detroit, Mich Emil Kraft Emanuel Kreptor Sharon A. F. Rockwell Optometrist Onderen Manufacturing N. Conception & ST. Upstairs BY Peter J. Hamilton John Renth School Book Depository Dauphin ST Bell Phone Mobile, Ala Ike New York Dauphin Street Ctien E. O. Zadek Jewelry Co. Optometrists and Mfg
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