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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1914
Page
2
In Mobile Aim dated February 14 1914 readers argue over theatre hat rules. Mrs R R Owen of 64 Oak Street urges patrons to remove hats to avoid blocking views and mirror screens, noting hats disrupt sightlines for those behind them.
Notice states the hat contest winner will be announced Sunday March 1. Jos Bianchi manager.
A. J. Parsons announced new chairs and members for Mo Chamber committees after Jan 13 director installation. Names include Estes Baker Freight Traffic and Buck Streets and Roads among others with 14 committees led by various chamber members.
Walter Williams operator of a cookshop his wife Marie Williams and Ernest Sterling were arrested by Detectives Bolts Harris and Pearson held at police headquarters in connection with recent thefts of butter from freight cars on the waterfront. The officers say Williams bought the butter from the Negroes who took it from the cars. Two suspects were shot during arrests last week Frank McKinnis died Raymond Payton is recovering. Trial is set for Friday afternoon before Recorder Holington.
L J Davis, manager of Mobile Gas and director of the Chamber of Commerce, was chosen as general chairman of the All Southern Y M C A campaign committee for the event from March 28 to April 4. Six executive committee and working groups will be organized soon.
A short note discusses mothers seeking safe nourishments for recently weaned infants. It highlights a method using Grape-Nuts mixed in hot water, stirred to a liquid and fed with cream as the child adjusts to solid foods.
A. J. Schellinger of Semmes Alabama sold three quarter bred Red Polled cattle at top price in Mobile County this year. He is a former Kansas stockman now breeding Duroc Jersey hogs and shorthorn cattle. He credits cotton seed meal and molasses feeding for good gains and urges pure bred stock for regional progress. He notes Argentine corn offers early gains but notes its flinty texture and higher price, comparing it with local kiln dried domestic corn.
The cinema listings highlight gowns in Kinemacolor at the Empire theater and also feature Pathe news reels this week. Viewers are urged not to miss the double feature showcasing color gowns and Pathe footage.
United States Senator William E Borah of Idaho urged an open war on monopolies in a Columbus Ohio luncheon speech to Ohio Republicans. He denounced third party leaders Beveridge Perkins and warned that monopoly is worse than slavery and would crush republican liberty.
Ambassador Thomas Nelson Page hosted a grand Washington's birthday reception in Rome. High society leaders and about one thousand American guests attended, with Mrs Page praised as a charming hostess during the ambassadors' first Rome affair.
Preparations for a formal Prosperity Dinner honoring Fairfax Harrison, president of the Mobile and Ohio and Southern Railway, are pushed by an arrangement committee led by J. W. Hunter. A reception chair is John T. Cochrane with plans for 300 attendees and Harrison’s address plus short talks from Mobile leaders.
R. H. Puckett a Hall's Mill road grocer is suffering a dislocated shoulder and bruises after being struck by an automobile driven by Earl Langford on Tuesday night in front of Barton Academy on Government street. He rode in a buggy with his wife when the accident occurred. the buggy was demolished and the occupants escaped with minor injuries regarded as miraculous.
A Texas Wonder remedy claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles and related ailments in men and women. It regulates bladder issues in children and is available by mail for 1.00 with two months of treatment, advertised by Dr. Hal of St Louis. Sold by druggists.
An important meeting of the German American Alliance is set for Thursday night at German Relief Hall. President J M Friedman and Secretary Hail A Brunnier urge members to attend, noting a prominent speaker will address the gathering and promising interesting proceedings.
A dozen dozen plus cases were called Wednesday afternoon with most defendants pleading guilty to drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Fines varied from five to ten dollars as the docket moved quickly, while many dangerous cases were continued for further evidence and traffic violations postponed to Saturday. Frank Surgis received three months hard labor for stealing shoes from a saloon. Jack Massengale paid fifty dollars for carrying brass knocks. Perry Dickens, a boy, got five days in jail and a warning to leave town. Walker Mietcher was discharged for lack of evidence after a lecture from Judge Edington.
Grey told the House of Commons that Britain will dispatch a consul and coordinate with the United States to inspect the body of William Benton killed by Villa at Juarez. He promised a further statement next week on steps to uncover the truth and seek justice, noting broad public feeling.
More than twenty automobile owners or their chauffeurs will be arraigned Thursday for violating traffic rules by blocking streets during a parade. Police counted the cars in downtown and notified subjects to report to headquarters. list includes Cr. G. Ollinger, Dr. J. B. Marshall, Steiner's Dairy, and others.
An advertisement promotes Pape's Diapepsin as a fast, safe remedy for indigestion, gas, and upset stomach. It claims relief within five minutes, improving digestion and allowing enjoyment of favorite foods without fear. The copy emphasizes rapid action, lasting stomach comfort, and absence of gas or belching after use.
Mobile Bishop Edw P Allen lays out Lent fasting and abstinence rules. Adults 21 to 59 must fast on all weekdays of Lent with nonmeal collations allowed. Wednesdays and Fridays abstain from fresh meat, fish and flesh cannot mix in a single meal, and Paschal observances run from the first Lent Sunday to Trinity Sunday. The indult grants some workers exemption from abstinence, urging mortification and almsgiving.
Chas B Hervey chairman of the Mobile Carnival Association sends a telegram to Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels thanking him for the navy vessels allotted to Mobile for the carnival. He praises the conduct of several hundred sailors and marines and notes 40 000 visitors enjoyed the event.
A fragment notes Empire coverage and Pathe weekly content, hinting at a joint film and news package. The readable text suggests a scheduling or publication plan linking Empire features with Pathe’s weekly offerings.
State Senator Thomas M. Stevens, organizer for Underwood in the first district, announced he will retire absolutely from politics at the campaign's end and devote himself to his legal business. He noted politics has been a heavy sacrifice and says his resignation from the Missouri Senate has been with the governor since July 2.
Doctors tout HOT SPRINGS LIVER BUTTONS for constipation liver issues and better digestion. The ad claims quick satisfaction with a 25 cent box and a money back guarantee from Hot Springs Chemical Co Maine Ark. A chocolate coated version is also offered as a tonic to cleanse the blood and improve appetite and energy. Free samples advertised.
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