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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1913
Page
4
A federal grand jury in Washington D C reported contempt against an individual who refused to answer questions before the Pujo committee in the money trust investigation, leading to surrender proceedings and related legal actions.
The individual said he would contest the removal proceedings and was released on bail set at $2,000.
Gillis Finklea, 1057 State Street, was bruised after a bicycle collided with a car at noon on Dauphin Street near Lawrence. Witnesses say the automobile struck his wheel. the car, possibly number 840, carried two ladies. No police report had been filed by 2 PM.
Citizens on Broad Street petition Mayor Schwarz over sidewalk oak trees damaged by wiring for streetcar, electric, and telegraph lines. T. J. Young and T. L. Cook urge relief as spring foliage nears. An ordinance proposes up to 100 fine for mutilating trees without city engineer consent. action on Broad Street remains undecided.
S H Heaslip was re-elected commodore of the Southern Yacht Club New Orleans at the annual meeting. A I Landry Farrell Pray and Ferguson were elected to key posts. The governing committee includes Williams Allen Falry Harrison Legier Jr. and L A Murphy. Reports say the season was among the best in years.
City commissioners prepared to rule on Patrolman Walter F Mabry and a saloon keeper who offered liquor to a police officer seeking leniency. Officials say blame lies with the saloonist and officer. a vote was not yet taken. Officer Lyman Rayford’s carnival misconduct charge may be cleared.
The fishing tug Sunbeam under Captain Roy Smith, thought sunk in Lake Michigan yesterday, steamed safely into port this morning confirming the vessel's survival and crew safety.
Dr F J Mallett director of the Society Mission Clergy of the United States will conduct a Lenten Mission at Christ Church starting Sunday February 16. Services run nine days daily at noon and nightly at 7 30 with topics described as practical religion appealing to every condition of life. The preacher is praised as broad minded clear cut and uplifting and a general invitation is extended to the public.
A one story frame dwelling at 460 South Scott Street suffered about 300 in fire and water damage on Friday morning due to a defective flue. The adjacent 458 South Scott Street home, owned by Captain D. Coster and occupied by John Pecase, was slightly damaged. The McMahon residence, owned by James McMahon, is fully insured and firefighters from box 314 deployed four water streams to extinguish the blaze.
A reader recommends digging up a fashion magazine from ten to twenty years ago for amusement. The suggestion notes the option provides nostalgia and renewed interest beyond ordinary comics.
An advertisement touts ZEMO as a guaranteed cure for eczema itching inflamed skin and dandruff. It claims rapid disappearance of sores with regular use and offers 25 cent and 1 dollar bottles via drug stores or mail order from E W Rose Medicine Co. Sold in Mobile by Van Antwerp Drug Store.
Two-story brick residence on the west side of Jackson street three blocks north of State street contains hall seven rooms kitchen and bath. Flat No 106 South Hamilton street second south Government contains hall five rooms kitchen and bath. Separate entrances. All in first class repair. We would entertain offers on the above. List your property with us for sale. We are having inquiries regularly. Our facilities are at your service. Real Estate Mortgage Loans Insurance 57 St Francis St Both Phones
In Cincinnati on February 14, Judge Hollister said sentence will not be passed for several days on President John H. Patterson and 28 NCR officials and employees convicted of Sherman anti trust violations. John S. Miller, chief counsel for the defendants, stated they will pursue a motion for a new trial as soon as possible. The court will delay sentencing until that motion is resolved.
Mrs C J Martin of Boone Mill Virginia reports cures for long stomach trouble and constipation after five years using Chamberlain's Tablets. She praises relief and now urges public use. Sold by all dealers.
Creditors and others interested in the affairs of the Southern Hardware and Supply Company, recently declared bankrupt after the president Hardaway Young left the city, met in Mobile Thursday afternoon. The conference adjourned to March 6 to allow prospective purchasers to review the stock and bid for sale.
A wife vows to forgive her husband for a minor lapse if he recalls their wedding anniversary, underscoring the value of timely remembrance in their marriage.
A physician's simple internal and external remedy for piles is sold by Van Antwerp's Drug Corporation and druggists. Dr Leonhardt HEM ROID promises quick relief or money back after a 24 day course for $1.00. A Buffalo booklet explains the treatment.
Vacant lots available at 8.8 Congress 2nd W Calhoun St 50 by 150 feet and Government St Heights one block from Government St. Prices start at 250 dollars. Another lot for W Plum 4th S Lyons St 560 by 103 feet listed as vacant.
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