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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1914
Page
4
A damaged OCR fragment from a Mobile Alabama newspaper dated February 25 1914 shows editorial text and notices about sensationalism social and political principles. It mentions Associated Press and National News Service with references to publishers and departments.
A Mobile Mardi Gras celebration is praised for its strong organization and a large visitor draw. The event featured an imposing set of war vessels in the harbor and large numbers of military and naval personnel on the streets, with police assistance deemed highly effective.
Gouvernor O Neal attacks ex Governor Comer over comments on child labor in Alabama mills. The piece recalls Comer opposed a 14 year work limit and accuses him of profiting from child labor, urging voters to weigh his wealth against moral leadership ahead of election day.
A fragmented 1914 newspaper excerpt notes Ash Wednesday and Lent amid Mardi Gras reflections. The tone critiques living two-faced lives and hints at police oversight during Mardi Gras week with references to public spectators and crowd behavior.
Secretary Redfield defends the tariff act amid global repression and currency changes. He cites improving business, falling freight car shortages, and lower prices for beef butter and woolens due to tariff effects and Argentine imports. Old Mardi Gras notes and a divorce decree wrap this era’s news.
During the coming week Lent begins with Ash Wednesday February 25 observed in all Christian churches. The piece notes Lent as a time of devotion penance quiet meditation and inner life, urging humility and restraint amid modern bustle. It highlights ashes symbolism, social recognition of Lent and calls for evangelistic activity and self examination.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a garbled note on self opinion and a democratic administration meme. It mentions Lees and Seika hen with unclear context and an item described as gold bricks. The passage appears damaged with stray phrases about family ranks and sale stoppage.
Washington Letter reports on the New York Block Exchange discipline system and its strict codes for brokers. It notes expulsion or suspension for insults or temper, the board of governors exercising broad authority over 1100 members, and court-supported rulings affirming exchange decisions.
William Barry of the steamer Gem guided the burning vessel to shore ten miles above New Orleans saving nineteen lives. The blaze started in moss in the bow and four passengers plus Ed Comeaux drowned trying to reach shore. The tale links Barry to Mark Twain and Captured a poem by John Hay.
A Bridgeport column ponders Elia Wheeler Wilcox age noting her ego and pre existence tales. The piece cites her 1826 Buffalo birth claim and a 17 mile Erie Canal trip as a supposed clue to age.
Julia Marvin earns praise from a store manager for sharp ideas on advertising and customer appeal. After a rainy evening, Kelley Delaine insists on escorting her home, insisting friendship and support as the weather worsens.
The letter urges former Governor Comer to disclose what he knows about Theo Lacy's defalcation as Lacy faces trial in Montgomery. It accuses Comer of insinuations against Governor O Neal and questions bonds and safeguards for convict funds. It calls on Comer to clarify or apologize for his public attacks.
A 1910–1911 survey shows high lead poisoning in American pottery and tile workers with women hit hard. In one city 98 cases among 547 workers. wages low and conditions dusty and unsafe. Britain imposes strict limits and inspections, prompting calls for U S reforms.
A Buffalo Enquirer report recounts a teacher sending a pupil to buy plums and telling her to test ripeness by pinching a sample. The girl returns flushed, handing the bag to the teacher as she places the money on the counter.
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