Mobile Item Promises Uniform 10 Cent Daily Price
February 15 1916 edition notes that Mobile Item offers full Associated Press and United Press wire reports for six nights and Sunday respectively. It guarantees a uniform 10 cent price city wide or $5 yearly, the only Mobile daily with such a guarantee. Weekend and mail subscriptions available, council and editors listed. President Wilson praised for peace preparedness and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
United
Mobile
Associated
United Press
CARRN
All Mail
Fallacy of an Embargo on Constructive News
A Mobile censorship effort attempted to bar news on the city’s naval base plans, deemed constructive. The plan failed, drawing sharp criticism of censorship as a public harm and a misguided, abortive move that undermined informed civic action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Naval
Alabama
Ral Stanford
Mobile A
Washington
New Orleans
Davis
Great Britain
Woodrow Wilson Peace Preparedness and Prosperity
The piece declares President Wilson has consented to re election, praising his handling of domestic reforms and foreign policy. It lauds his leadership through Mexico, tariff and reserve bank laws, and calls for continued support as the nation faces external pressures and seeks commercial supremacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Associated Press
Mobile
Mexico
Taft
Congress
Latin America
Roosevelt
Bryan
Lincoln
Woodrow Wilson
United States
Will They Strike Over Eight Hour Freight Workers Demand
The piece warns of a possible large strike by U S and Canadian railroad freight workers over an eight hour workday with overtime pay. It cites about 400000 workers seeking change, argues 25 to 40 percent higher operating costs, and notes 1914 wages of 339 million representing 45 percent of freight revenues. It urges averting the calamity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
America
British Seamen Fined In Biloxi After Joy Ride
A. Black and A. Beckman, British seamen aboard the Farnham, faced Biloxi police court on intoxication disorderly conduct and failure to pay an automobile fare. Both men denied the charges, claimed a Dutch conspiracy, and were fined $2.50 plus costs and sentenced to work in Biloxi streets due to lacking funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biloxi
Miss
A. Black
A. Beckman
Farnham
Gulfport
Black
Beckman
America
Z. T. Champlin
Champlin
Unlucky Horoscope for February 15 1916 Says Caution Prevails
The daily outlook warns against major moves in employment or politics due to a foreboding Sun Mars aspect. It predicts rising labor tensions, health risks, and possible sensational financial scandals, with focus on women voters, editorials, and potential town model city findings.
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Mars
United States
Mobile Visitors Gather at Cawthon and Cities
A listings style note shows numerous visitors and residents staying at the Cawthon in Mobile from Pensacola Chicago New Orleans and other cities. Names include Johnson Quinn Monroe Christie and Williams with many others listed alongside hotel guests and travelers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Johnson, Jr
Jules Johnson
Alice Quinn
Arthur #hnson, Sr
Will Johnson
Gerald Quinn
Kirk Monroe
A. J. Johnson
John Christie
J. E. Willams
William Walker
A. E. Swain
Pensacola, Fla
Cawthon
Johnson-Watson
W. E. Morris
S. H. Davis
S. H. Schneck
C. C. Lyond
Atlanta
F. C. Schlierbach
Pana
Ill
J. W. Adam
Philadelphia
A. J. Nelson
Kingwood
W. E. Stein
Pine Apple
Ala
H. W. Eagen
Cleveland
Ohio
Clarence
Houston
Tex
J. B. Kempton
H. R. Norton
Boston
Mass
A. R. Martin
New York City
R. H. Kalin
Seatle
F. G. Benedict
Kansas City
C. W. Hack
Pittsburgh
C. G. Furseaver
A. DeVarrines
Chicago, Ill
C. V. le Craw
W. H. King
R. H. Winn
A. F. Heden
Montgomery
W. H. Sieber
A. L. Leach
I’. F. Clark
H. W. Gant
Little Rock
Ark
W. P. Duffee
R. L. Cramer
J. CG. Preacher
South Carolina
B. V. Wright
Laurel
Miss
W. G. Field
Bienville
C. Samuel
Cincinnati
M. J. Fowery
Birmingham
C. N. Frazier
Shreveport
F. A. Craft
Chicago
E. D. Logsden and Wife
A. R. Mimms
Binsville
J. W. Cloves
Brewton
W. R. Keys
Chattanooga
Tenn
D. D. Hall
Tensaw
T. T. Lybrook
Scardenville
Ind
J. H. Harwood
W. T. Andrews
Stanford
E. Byers
Ravena
O.M. Klopp
H. D. Lipford
A. N. Murray
C. M. Hillier
Alanta
Arthur Johnson
Jules Quinn
J. E. Williams
E. J. Johnson
E. R. Swain
Pensacola
Fla
F.R. Barns
J. C. Flanagan
L. B. Hostrausee
M. Christender
J. E. Gregor
W. A. Dorgan
F. Kalil
van Williams
T. W. Caffer
New Orleans
W. F. Drake
Cc. W. Schmidt
R. C. Stalling
B. B. Luck
St. Louis
Ben Alexander
Louisville
J. F. Mangum
Selma
W. Cramer
Washington, D. C
Cc. M. Miller
Miss Miller
J. N. Houston
Panama City
W. M. Chapman
M. L. Gould
Indianapolis
Klosky
S—W. C. Easterly
A. Pouker
M. Ward
Clara
J. Pose
Battles Wharf
L. B
W. P. Minnich
Fairhope
H. P. Smith
Leakesville
R. L. Winn
J. R. Hill
Gulfport
P. A. Morgan
Erin
R. C. Avent
Avent
J. N. Maples
Alma
B. S. Gilmer
State Line
W. N. Kitchell
H. CC. Daughdrill
County Line
Capt. C. McDale
Spriunkle
Nashville
E. A. Martin
New Oreans
J. L. Taylor
N. Owen
M. A. Bowen
A. Hoff
G. Hunter
J. C. Bersent
E. H. Smith
Jacksonville
W. K. Wadsworth
Chatom
W. J. Newbold
E. M. Foley
Daphne
W. M. King
H. H. Bullard
DeFuniak Springs
Windsor
W. R. Fairley
Agricultural Outlook Admonishes Farmers to Budget, Lean Times Ahead
Alabama notes from Montgomery dated February 15 quote Commissioner J A Wade urging caution and thrift amid a murky 1916 market outlook. He counsels reduced borrowing, careful fertilizer use, crop diversification, and steady home labor to weather possible economic storms.
Southern farmers urged to face pests and finance risks
A warning urges Southern readers to avoid past mistakes by adopting better pest control and financial practices. It suggests disciplined, practical steps can yield favorable outcomes next autumn, while negligence may lead to mounting debts and dark financial prospects.
Negroes Raise Sum to Build Rural Schools
At Mt. Vernon and Chasting Sunday an educational meeting raised over 125 in cash and subscriptions to fund school houses. Isaiah J. Whitley, principal of Plateau Normal and Industrial Institute, urged self improvement, better homes, schools and churches and a rise from one to two room cabins. School improvement associations were formed and a campaign for new buildings started.
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Mt. Vernon
Isaiah J. Whitley
Plateau Normal and Industrial Institute
Many Eager to Join New Automobile Club
Automobile owners and others interested in forming an auto club plan a meeting at the Chamber of Commerce building Wednesday evening at 7 30. New names are added to growing membership applications as organizers aim to create a utility club with road sign postings and free information for members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Library appropriation made for Grand Bay school
The board of revenue and road commissioners at the request of the county school board appropriated 10 dollars for the Grand Bay Alabama school library. The action is formal and made on demand of the Mobile superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Revenue and Road Commissioners
County School Board
Grand Bay
Ala
Mobile
Lydia E. Pinkham Ad Promises Relief for Women
A historical advertisement urges sick women to trust letters published in the daily press claiming Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound restores health and strength. The copy highlights thousands of women who say they have been made well by the remedy.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Adv
County Schools Receive Unified Countywide Funds
A like sum has been appropriated for every country school in the county. The allocation aims to support local education institutions across the region.
New Croup and Cold Treatment Promotes Fresh Air and Vicks Vaporub
The article touts fresh air in the bedroom and Vicks VapoRub applied to the throat and chest as the best defense against colds. It claims the medicated vapors release with body heat loosen phlegm clear the air and soothe inflamed membranes. Prices listed are 25c 50c or 1.00.
Practice What You Preach Granger Liver Regulator praise
Mr I E Cothram of Alexis Alabama praises Granger Liver Regulator in a letter claiming it has no equal for stomach and liver issues. He notes its pleasant taste and safe, plant based formula and urges families to keep the product at home as a reliable first aid remedy for all ages.
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I. E. Cothram
Alexis, Alaba
Granger Livertor
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F. R. Barnes
Chicago, Ills
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Cambridge, Mass
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South
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