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The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1915

Page

13

White Slave Ring Threat Sparks Federal Precautions

Federal authorities tightened protective measures after an informant claimed a national network of roving bands barter girls as white slaves. The informant, unnamed, is said to face danger as leaders gather in Denver for a conference. Meetings also planned in New York and Chicago amid fears of retaliation.

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Gridiron Club toast marks thirtieth anniversary dinner

Washington reports the Gridiron Club held its thirtieth anniversary dinner with toast topics ranging from presidential politics to republicans and democrats. The event featured dialogue on the presidency and included musical interludes referencing political figures and past administrations.

Washington Gridiron Club Charles 8. Whitman Myron T. Herrick Borah W Wilson Whitman New York Grover Cleveland Herrick White House Roosevelt Ohio

Wheat Breaks Fortunes in Chicago Trading

In Chicago on February 13 May wheat prices fell to 9 1/2 and July to 6 1/8, down 15 to 25 cents a bushel from earlier levels. The day saw the largest calls on the board in years as speculators incurred heavy losses.

Chicago

Women Win Voting Rights Gains Across States

Washington reports the sixty third Congress actions sparked a wave of state legislative approvals for woman suffrage. West Virginia ratified on January 28, Texas and Arkansas advanced amendments in late January and early February, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania progressed, signaling rapid national momentum toward constitutional expansion.

Washington West Virginia Committee On Texas House Ti Senate Arkansas Senate House North Carolina South Carolina Virginia Association New Jersey House Senate New York Legisla‘ue

Becker witness declares he lied under pressure

James Marshall, key witness in Charles Becker's murder case, signed a four page affidavit stating his courtroom testimony was false. He claims New York district attorney officials pressured him to testify as the prosecution wished under threat of arrest and perjury charges.

Philadelphia James Marshall Charles Becker New York Herman Rosenthal Marshall District Attorney Jack Rose and Becker

Stolen Bicycle Report Involving Andrew Price Williams

Andrew Price Williams reports a bicycle stolen on Saturday from in front of a location. Police are investigating the incident and seeking details on the bicycle and any witnesses.

Andrew Price Williams

Malaria Discussed By Federal Expert At Rotary Meeting

D. J. Van Dine of the U S Department of Agriculture spoke at the Mobile Rotary Club on malaria districts and causes. He said malaria is primarily rural, spread by specific mosquitoes, and prevention hinges on avoiding those types and eliminating breeding sites around homes.

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Lusitania Sails Amid American Passenger Excitement

The Cunard liner Lusitania sailed from Liverpool for New York with about 600 passengers including notable Americans such as Anthony Drexel and Dr. George R. Crile. The ship planned a non stop voyage under British flag with possible protection by war vessels and rumors of German submarine activity nearby.

London New York Mersey Anthony Drexel W. B. Leeds George R. Crile W. Broderick Clotee Lord Castlemaine Radcliffe Dugmore Compasse de Remptinne Norton Henry Paris William C. Islin M H. C. Cooper D. B. Beecher Dean Howard McClennahan John McFadden Philadelphia Moncure Robinson W. 8. Patten A. Slingsby H. B. Squiers John Astor Squiers Ungern Dy Williams J .D Lusitania Alles Liverpool Meraqy

Dauphin Street and City Lots Offer Bargains

Yeend Bros advertises property on Dauphin Way with a cottage fronting 100 feet and Shell modern improvements. They offer loans from $100 and up at lowest rates, rental spaces at 654 Dauphin Street near the Academy, and office spaces in Francis Street, Blenville Square, and Cawthon Hotels. Buyers urged to contact Yeend Brothers for personal interviews and favorable terms.

Canal Sorvice Royal Street Broad St Hercules Steen District JOS. Espalla, Jr. & CO N. Royal St Shell Bull Francis Street Cenient Blenville Square Cawthon Hotels Yeend Bros

120 Acres in Orange Belt for Fruit and Stock Raising

Property listings offer 120 acres in the Orange Belt near Semmes with 16 acres cleared and ready for plowing. Several parcels include 100 acres on Bon Secour River with improvements, 40 acres in Magnolia County, and 400 acres of cut-over land in Fordwin County. Terms include liberal plans, cash deals, or time payments. owners seek offers and may tenant or swap locations.

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British Airmen Die As Taube Fighters Engage In Raid

British airmen perished after attempting to reach Bisel, attacked by six Taubes. A direct hit sent their planes down. both crew killed. Paris reports artillery actions near La Boiselle and near Peronne as French troops shell mines and Bavarian targets along rail lines.

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