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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1915
Page
8
A low barometer area over the New England coast causes rain along the north Atlantic and snow in the lake region. Winds reach in New City. A broad cold front with scattered precipitation extends from western Texas to the Pacific states. Warmer air moves toward Mobile tonight.
The article discusses rheumatism causes and treatments noting no single cause found and many drugs tried. It highlights Anti-Kamma tablets as preferred by Dr. B. Schultze and advocates their use to relieve pain and quiet the nervous system.
Local forecaster Albert Ashenberger notes possible Saturday showers and advises protection against freezing for 32 degree shipments for 36 hours. River forecasts show Tombigbee and branches rising slightly, with Alabama River at Montgomery and Selma expected to rise over the next 36 to 48 hours.
Berlin reports the bundesrath has increased prices on potato products after finding farmers overused potatoes for fodder. Potato flakes will cost 8.75 dollars per 220 pounds and potato starch 12 dollars per 220 pounds, aiming to reduce cattle intake.
Eddie Turner, described as a negro, was struck on the head with a plank by Lizzie Austin, a negress of 555 South Conception street. He lies in a dying condition at the city hospital after police arrested Austin for disorderly conduct and took Turner to the hospital. Restaurant ad notes fresh opened plant oysters at 25 cents per dozen or 20 cents per half dozen.
Unsentenced ad claims Ely Cream Balm and Hig s Cream Balm clear nasal passages and relieve catarrh and head cold symptoms. It describes instant relief from stuffed nose headaches and raw throat, urging readers to buy small bottles for trial. The copy emphasizes heat-activated healing and immediate soothing effects.
Local society notes list Wright Brunson and Alfred P eratine ire among visitors, with district agents, hotel guests, and relatives from Selma Meridian and Birmingham staying at Cawthon Battle House and other hotels. Attendees include tourists from Detroit Chicago and New Orleans. several prominent residents are also noted.
Abbie Murphy was docketed on petit larceny after stealing two silk skirts and other items from the Reiss Mercantile Company. Norman Reiss pursued the suspect along St Joseph street and turned her over to Lieutenant Henry Farmer. The chase drew street excitement. President Wilson sent a letter to Senator Kern and Representative Underwood urging passage of a Monticello purchase resolution.
An old advertisement touts TIZ as the sole remedy for tired feet with claims it draws out poisonous exudations and cures corns, callouses, bunions, and swelling. It promises immediate relief, smaller shoes, and a year of usage for 25 cents.
Elizabeth Mary Barnes died Thursday night February 25 1915 at 11 pm in her ninety third year Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 4 30 from the family residence on Roper street Interment will follow at Magnolia Cemetery
Mobile Rotary Club members rally to support the county crop diversification campaign with a $255 voluntary contribution. Leaders urge a city proclamation closing businesses for a half day to join rural outreach on March 4, citing recent praise from W. R. Baugham and Farm Expert George A. Maloney and urging tick eradication fund support.
The upcoming Saturday night slate features Barton vs UMS and Medical College vs YMCA. A UMS win over Barton would force a deciding game for the school championship, adding high stakes to the pairings.
Mr J R Martin of 57 Parham street Oakdale Alabama visited Braswell's Drug Store December 5 1909 to praise Quaker Herb Extract. He credits it with curing stomach trouble souring food and breathing issues claiming renewed health and offering to persuade others to try it. Bottles cost 1.00 with a 3 for 2.50 option and Oil of Balm priced at 25c.
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