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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1915
Page
8
Private reports from Sea arrive indicate two men beaten and under surveillance as suspected German officers. Disguised as Russians, evidence suggests they were German officers bound for Canada.
Fragmentary OCR note lists cotton prices and futures terms with figures such as 5.88 5.80 6.08 and 4.59, mentions May June July and November contracts, all in an incomplete financial update. Names and clear dates are missing due to garbled text.
The famous actress Sarah Bernhardt had her right leg amputated today at St. Augustine hospital in Teeseen due to an knee ailment. The operation, supervised by Professor Pozzie, was delayed by military duties, and telegrams of sympathy from around the world arrived as news spread.
William Meaher of Mobile and John M. Reynolds of Selma die after lingering illnesses. Meaher, aged, resided near St. Ken’s area. survived by a sister Abbie Meaher and other relatives. Reynolds, 60, a Kansas native and Selma resident, died at home on Broad and Savannah streets. survived by a wife and brother. Services pending with Roche Burke Co.
Miss Bridget Cullom aged 70 and a native of Ireland died Saturday night at 612 South Inception Street. She lived in Mobile for many years and is survived by relatives. The funeral was held Monday afternoon. Cullom formerly worked at the St. Andrew hotel and had many friends who mourn her passing.
Frances Small of Greenville Alabama died at the Home for the Aged of the Little Sisters the Poor on Sunday morning at 4 o'clock. She left no immediate relatives. The funeral was Monday at 8 o'clock with Rev. Father Rittmeyer presiding and interment followed at Magnolia Cemetery.
Mrs Linna Wilhelmina Grosse 56 a former Chicago resident died Sunday night at 11 46 in a Mobile infirmary. She lived at 1068 Washington Avenue and was well known locally. Survived by husband Herman H Grosse two daughters one in Chicago and Miss Elsa Grosse Mobile one son and other relatives. Remains entrusted to Dixon and McKay and to be sent to Chicago Tuesday noon for interment.
London February 22 The Allies have not fixed retaliation methods against Germany yet. Pier Asquith told the House of Commons the allied governments may publish a joint note outlining actions once a decision is announced. He emphasized attempts to save civilian lives before measures are made public.
Charles C Busbee aged 59 an engineer with the Louisville and Nashville railroad based in Mobile died Monday shortly before noon at his home on street near Warren after an illness of a nature. Born in this city he was widely loved and esteemed by all. A number of relatives survive with Mobile.
Fragmentary ad copy urges a topical rub to relieve rheumatism without wincing. The garbled text references applying a preparation that “penetrate all through.”
The article lists Joseph E. Davies of Madison Edward N iii of Chicago Wil La George Rublee of Cornish Wy Hang and others as candidates for a new trade commission to be merged with the Bureau of Corporations. It notes party affiliations and career highlights including secretary of the Democratic National Committee and Seattle Chamber of Commerce ties. The president hopes for quick confirmation and immediate organization.
The probate court closed Monday with various docket items including Mamie Davis’s jail booking for abusive language and Vetella Anderson as complainant in a case. The Mo bile and Railroad Company announced a new car barn project on Ross Hill avenue that could halt jitney service during construction. Captain I T. Newtry of the Mobile Ship Yards is in pneumonia at Providence Infirmary, a condition causing concern for his recovery. Deputy Sheriff G A of Baldwin County arrested Andrew Bryan on a concealed weapons charge in Fairhope. Clay Williamson was convicted of burglary in city court and awaits sentence after months since breaking into F H Threat’s Bloodgood residence. Emma Watson’s trespass case near St Elmo was called in city court. No board of revenue and road commissioners meeting Monday due to Washington’s birthday. next session set for Tuesday at 10. Ford automobile seating was approved by the board of commissioners. S. Seale Harris and Hunter of the Southern Rail Motor and Machinery Company left for New Orleans with Mobile Rotary Club for a regional meet.
City court jurors for the week of March 1 include Harry W Thrower Henry W French Jr James City Batchelor James M Vernaille Francine McMashon Samuel K English L Cody Clarence McHugh H Adair Baker C O Hans oward Omas McLeachlan Austin F laudius Stringfellow William L G Madison Jahier Joseph A Neal Jerry O Dunn M Tis Jangee Druhan and others.
Judge Alston G. Dayton of West Virginia testified before a House judiciary sub committee in Washington about cases in his court. He discussed actions involving the W. M. Ritter Lumber Co peonage matter and the Hickman Coal & Coke dispute, noting he once fainted from mental strain during the lengthy proceedings.
In city court J. F. Henley charged with obtaining money by false pretenses. His bond forfeited and an alias writ of arrest issued after illness certificates from New Orleans were deemed invalid. Henley allegedly obtained $30 from John Morrin by claiming ownership of Oak Crossties at Madison Landing on the Alabama River.
An exhibit Tuesday at the Gulf Coast Home Products Show will feature gowns from the 1916 and 1914 Mardi Gras queens and a gown worn by a maid of the last carnival. Mrs. John Garrison leads the display and a cotton queen costume is promised. The Meet Ceramic Club will display ceramics and a wall features paintings by local artists.
H Mann of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad based in Pensacola and former city official leads Pensacola efforts. A meeting is set for Monday night with Dr Seale Harris and Jack Ponder of Mobile Rotary aiding in gathering data to permanently form a Pensacola Rotary Club next week.
Touchard Nobo and Washburn claim top spots in a national level meet with a 6 2 score and a 68 point average. The event highlighted a fierce finish and showcased Washburn's strong performance in multiple bouts.
A missionary named R. H. tist traveled 1008 miles by mule team to Kissimmee Florida with his wife and four children. The party loaded four mules and two wagons onto the steamer Apollo bound for Fairhope to begin missionary work in the Mobile and Mississippi area. He noted local farms and industry as factors in his journey and plan.
In Oram Alabama on February 22 officials reported a ruling against a company tied to the Home case. The entity faced federal charges for using the mails to defraud as a trustee and in the settling of assignments. Creditors pursue actions linking to a decree and ongoing legal moves against the trust and bank.
San Francisco February 23 The Vanderbilt Cup race is postponed due to unsatisfactory course conditions. Organizers cite poor track surface and weather as reasons for delaying the event.
Deputy Marshal Wilcox led a third roundup of illicit liquor operators in Dallas and Marion counties. Ten offenders were arraigned before U.S. Commissioner Campbell in Selma. three posted bonds pending federal grand jury action while others await trial. Detentions were set in Dallas County jail.
Fragmentary text notes a hospital reference and a passenger related incident, suggesting medical attention followed the event. No clear names, dates, or locations are readable, but the fragment implies a transport or travel context with a medical outcome.
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