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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1914

Page

5

Kolb Campaign Speech Critiques Henderson in Alabama Race

Cap R. F. Kolb, candidate for governor, spoke to a large Montgomery audience, praising the city and urging unity. He condemned Henderson and Comer for betraying the party, accusing them of ignoring platform pledges and urging a progressive direction for Alabama.

Seed Montgomery Ala Cap R. F. Kolb Alabama Walter D. Seed Democratic Party Kolb Mr. Seed Mr. Comer Comer

Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy Offers Gray Hair Solution

An old ad claims Sage and Sulphur can darken gray hair naturally and stop dandruff. It promotes a ready-made Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy costing about 50 cents and says a few applications render hair darker, shinier, and younger looking.

Irish Home Rule Battle Set for This Parliament

London reports a sharp clash as Liberals led by Prime Minister Asquith push to pass home rule for Ireland. Bonar Law and the Tory opposition vow strong resistance, amid signs of dissension within home rule ranks and fears of a split that could defeat the Liberal front.

London Herbert Asquith Ireland Bonar Law Tories Law Asquith

Henderson character attacked over promises and loyalties

Captain Kolb labels Charles Henderson weak and timorous in statecraft and accuses him of broken promises in the Pike county account. He cites Henderson’s shifts on prohibition local option and the Mallory endorsement, plus alleged desertion of Governor O Neale. The critique foresees political opportunism ahead of a third term.

Charles Henderson Pike Kolb Henderson Pike County Mallory O'Neal Cyrus B. Brown

Parisian Sage Hair Tonic Promises Dandruff Cure

An old advertisement touts Parisian Sage as a cure for dandruff and scalp itching. It claims the tonic cleanses the scalp, nourishes hair roots, and makes hair thick, glossy, and longer lasting. Sold by Van Antwerp Drug Corp in 50 cent bottles with a money back promise.

van Antwerp Drug Corp

Double Tragedy in Automobile in Westmoreland County

Bodies of John McFadden and Anna Lutz, both 20, found shot in an east of Pittsburgh automobile near Ligoneer. McFadden telephoned his employer at midnight, then died alongside Lutz. authorities suspect he killed her and shot himself. The incident leaves no clear motive.

Associated Pres Greensburg Pas John MecFadden Anna Lutz Ligonier Westmoreland County McFadden

New Orleans Not Named in Regional Bank List

The Washington Clearing House Association proposed a federal reserve system under the new currency law with twelve cities named for regional banks led by New York and Washington. The report lists capital and surplus figures for each city’s national banks and regional bank plans, noting state banks and trust companies are excluded.

Associated Press Washington Washington Clearing House Association Federal Reserve Banks Federal Reserve Organization New York Chicago Boston St. Louis San Francisco Atlanta Denver Cincinnati Kansas City Pittsburg Minneapolis

Babin Endorses Chamberlain's Tablets for Constipation

A reader, Paul B. Babin of Brushly Louisiana, recommends Chamberlain's Tablets for constipation and notes good results. The product is sold by Van Antwerp Drug Corp. and all dealers.

Chamberlain Paul B. Babin Brushly van Antwerp Drug Corp

San Francisco Favored Bank Center of Coast Region

Secretaries McAdoo and Houston plan El Paso departure after gathering Pacific coast banker views. Southern California bankers favor placing the regional reserve bank in San Francisco with a branch here. The report notes the event amid political and economic deliberations.

San Francisco Pacific Coast Associated Press Los Angeles Pacific Coast Territory Nona McAdoo Martin

Governor commutes convict's death to life in Alabama

Governor ONeill commutes Sam Gilbert's sentence from hanging to life imprisonment after a Birmingham jury convicted him of first degree murder for killing a fellow convict at Banner mine. The decision follows a judge's recommendation and solicitor input criticizing reliance on convict testimony. Gilbert's victim was a mine boss figure known for arrogance.

Montgomery Ala O'Neal Sam Gilbert Birmingham Gilbert Banner Mine W. E. Fort

Decatur to Entertain Alabama Bankers Association

Michael Cody president of the Alabama Bankers Association met in Birmingham with McLain Tilton Jr secretary and a Decatur bankers committee regarding the annual convention to be held in Decatur May 12 13 and 14 Preparations are underway with a banquet planned but details remain undisclosed.

Montgomery Michael Cody Alabama Bankers’ Association Birmingham McLain Tilton, Jr Decatur Bankers Decatur

Jail Break by Two Negroes At Scottsboro

Two Black men escaped from the county jail in Scottsboro Alabama last night after holding up and binding Dr Bogert on a freight train between Stevenson and Bridgeport. They sawed the iron bars used blankets as a rope and lowered themselves to the ground. Hounds are tracking the fugitives as authorities race to recapture them before night.

Scottsboro Ala Bogert Stevenson Bridgeport

Visiting Ladies to Receive Auto, Boat Rides and Reception

Visitors will be given an automobile ride and a boat ride on the Tennessee river, followed by a reception for the visiting ladies.

Tennessee

Moose Lodge Rabbit Stew Supper Draws Big Crowd

The Hassenpfeffer Supper at Mobile Loyal Order of Moose drew the largest turnout in the order's new building. One member was initiated, and a rising vote of thanks was given to Pap Henry Ulrath for providing the supper. Nearby Mobile hotels and vendors expect about ten dollars in fair week takings.

Mobile Order of Moose Pap Henry Ulrath

Danderine Promises Lustrous Hair With 25 Cent Bottle

An advertisement urges readers to try Danderine for immediate hair beautification. It claims cleansing of dust and oil, improved wave and fullness, reduced dandruff, and stronger growth from a 25 cent bottle available at drug stores.

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Montgomery Audi Revenue and M. L. Campbell Revenue and Road Commissioner Mobile County Frank Matlock Irvington Ben. L. Hamilton William H. Holcombe Norborne R. Clarke, Ae Said County Royal Aia Contists Railroad Cmeyaon Mobile 1S P. Gaillard B. B. Comer Capitol Dome Louisville Nashville Prohibition Comet Comet Business Administration Treasury Theo. Lacy Kib Ponent Rein Kold New Orleans Georoael Beecham Bozes Akend DR. Honerate
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