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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1913

Page

4

Battle ship authorization fight dominates House debate

In a heated session, Hobson and Ayres pushed for a two ships plan, while Tribble and others offered smaller or larger ship authorizations. Democratic support swung the vote, with Underwood backing one battleship and many Democrats voting for the amendment. The clash ended as Murray was forcibly removed after a confrontation near the speaker's table.

Representder New York Alexander Missouri Hobson Alabama Representative Ayres Underwood Representative Roddenberry Georgia Senate Tribble Murray Massachusetts

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Promoted by Dealers

An old advertisement touts Chamberlain's Dough edy as the best cold medicine, claiming it acts on nature's plan to relieve the lungs open secretions ease expectoration and restore health. Sold by all dealers.

Chamberlain

Haywood Ousted by Socialists Recall of IWW Leader

In a nationwide vote of dues paying members, William D Haywood of the Industrial Workers and World was recalled from the Socialist national executive committee. John Work, national secretary, announced the results showing 22 500 votes against Haywood and 11 000 for him. The ouster follows his support for a general strike and boycott.

Associated Press New York William D. Haywood Industrial Workers Stalist Party John NY ~ Work The Haywood

Fragmentary Memoir Notes Daily Food Discovery

A Montana man describes blurred vision and weakness before discovering grape grocery items, buying cream and nuts by curiosity. He notes daily use and improved condition after integrating the food supplement into his routine.

Montana

Mrs Simcoe’s Head Itch Healed By Resinol Cure

Mrs W R Simcoe of 1809 Belleview Street describes two years of severe head itching dandruff and hair loss. After trying many salves she used Resinol Ointment and Soap and improved within days, claiming she was completely cured. The notice urges readers to try Resinol and offers a free trial from Resinol Chem Co Baltimore Maryland.

Kansas City W R. Simcoe Belleview Street G-T Resinol Chem. Co Baltimore

Far Reaching Trade Expedition Boosts Mobile

The Mobile Boosters excursion finished in Meridian as part of the Trade Expansion Committee push. The trip spotlighted discriminative railroad rates and potential growth at Enterprise Mississippi, with Birmingham iron interests noted. Merchants along the Mobile and Ohio line reported strong interest in Mobile trade and steps will be taken to address rate issues.

Chamber of Commerce and Business League Mobile Boosters Meridian Mississippi Louisville and Nashvvile Mobile Ohio Card Iran Enterprise Miss Birmingham William T. Kelly Kelly Allen Trade Wxpansion Committee Schwarz Minal Waynesboro Winchester Robinson Junction Buckatunna State Line

Deaths and Funerals in Local Notices

Burial of Mrs Mary A Adams held at 2 30 from No 938 Texas Street conducted by Rev S W Roberts of Broad Street Methodist Church. Interment in Magi a cemetery with floral tributes. Pallbearers named. Also notes the death of Orpheum Theatre actress daughter Annie Clare Kellner and obituary for Mrs Rehama Wilson age 82 with funeral in Wheelerville Friday morning.

Mary A. Adams Texas Street S. W. Roberts Broad-street Methodist Church Magi Ia Messrs Charlies Vukers H. Britton G. J. Savage Joseph Conway Robert Lee Henry Woolf Annie Clare Kellner John Kellner Orpheum Theatre Providence Infirmary Nashville Rehama Wilson George Wilson Wheelerville Lou Tanner Sallie Newell John Jake Wilson

Cough Remedy Promises Safe Relief for Children

In flu season mothers worry over frequent colds that weaken lungs and invite serious illness. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is advertised as pleasant and safe for children, with druggists selling it nationwide.

Chamberlain

The Redemption at Bijou Theatre and War Films at Crown

Mobile theatergoers see The Redemption two reel photo play at Bijou Theatre with Carlyle Blackwell and an all star cast. Crown Theatre shows Mardi Gras scenes from New Orleans. Broncho company’s The Sharpshooter features war action and patriotic thrills.

Bijou Theatre Joseph Bianchi New Orleans Crown Theatre Crescent City King Brothers Playhouse

Paris court convicts twenty-two bandits in dramatic trial

Nearly 400 questions tested jurors before a written verdict was delivered. Callemin cried that Dieudonne was not the killer of Cathy and the judge considered sentences. Four of the gang were sentenced to death by the guillotine and fourteen others received long terms of imprisonment.

Callemin Dieudonne Cathy Caby Soudy Monier

Senate urged to invoke rule of reason in restraint cases

A Cummins report urges Congress to quickly craft laws clarifying when trade restraints are lawful. It argues the Supreme Court’s rule of reason leaves too much to individual judges and risks government by a few appointees. The report calls for clear, enforceable conditions to preserve competition.

Supreme Court Cummins United States Steel Corporation Congress

Dr King's New Discovery Promises Cough Cure

A Floydada Texas testimonial extols Dr King's New Discovery for coughs colds and throat and lung ailments. The advert pledges money back if it fails and notes first dose relief and a 15 pound gain. Buy it at all druggists.

Dr. King J. R. Wells Floydada Texas

Captain Schwars Speaks on B'nai B'rith Goals in Huntsville

Captain Leon Schwars, president of District No. 7, lectured at the Jewish Temple in Huntsville in front of a large audience. He described the aims of the B'nai B'rith and said its work extends beyond charity into broader community fields.

Huntsville Ala Leon Schwars B'nai B'rith

Cardui praised by West Virginia reader for women’s tonic relief

In Summit Point Anna Belle Bruney writes of years of stomach pain ulcers and depression. After starting Cardui she reports relief within days and full recovery after twelve doses. She urges other women to try Cardui and notes its 50 year record. She directs readers to Chattanooga Medicine Co for instructions and a 64 page booklet.

N. B Chattanooga Medicine Co Chattanooga

Mrs Martin Finds Relief Through Chamberlain's Tablets

Mrs C J Martin of Boone Mill Virginia credits Chamberlain's Tablets with curing long standing stomach trouble and constipation after five years of suffering. She praises the remedy and recommends it to the public. For sale by all dealers.

Martin C. J. Martin Boone Mill Chamberlain

Nicaragua Canal Pact Advances in Senate Approval

The Nicarguan national assembly approved the canal convention that would grant the United States exclusive rights to build a Nicaragua canal, according to Minister Weitzel in Washington on February 27.

Associated Press Wshington Senate United States Nicaragua Nicaraguan National Assembly Weitzel

Courts In Session Heavy With Motions And Delays

The City Court led by Semmes schedules murder case reset for April 10 and a string of assaults violations and probate motions. Equity and Circuit dockets show alimony notices, demurrers overruled and new trials granted with costs and exceptions noted.

Semmes W. J. Brown George Sykes Sam Kelly Lillie Lartigue John H. Jackson

McGowan Purchases Government Street Lots

The Lewis estate sold parcels at 118 and 115 Government Street to J. G. McGowan of Chapman Alabama for 16000 dollars though the real price was claimed to be 20000. The property lies on the south side of Government Street near St Emanuel. Dugan and Taylor Realty arranged the deal. McGowan plans improvements to the property.

Government Street Lewis J. G. McGowan Chapman Ala St. Emanuel Street Dugan & Taylor McGowan

Mother's beauty remedies for skin and hair care

A vintage column offers home remedies by Mme. D Mille for skin care and hair. Mother’s Salve treats skin ailments, a sugar water gallol syrup claims to plump figure, and a harmless shampoo targets parasites. A magenta magatone mix enhances complexion while delatone removes facial hair.

George S Dickerson Visits City From Chicago

George S Dickerson of the International Typesetting Machine Company with headquarters in Chicago is in town visiting Mrs Dickerson at Whistler. He has just returned from business trips to New York and Chicago.

George S. Dickerson The International Typesetting Machine Company Chicago Ill

Peruna Cough Remedy Advocated At First Sign Of Cold

A persuasive ad urges taking Peruna at the onset of a cold to prevent coughing and bronchial irritation. It claims early use stops coughs entirely, while later coughs may require local treatment alongside Peruna. Readers are invited to write for guidance.

Peruna

Selma to Bid for State Educators Meeting

Selma plans to formally invite the Alabama Educational Association to hold its 1914 meeting in the city. Secretary Morgan Richards leads the effort with J. B. Ellis and Professor Arthur F. Harmon. the invitation also covers the city council, Dallas Academy trustees, and the Selma school board.

Selma Ala Alabama Educational Association Montgomery Morgan Richards Selma Chamber of Commerce Richards J. B. Ellis Arthur F. Harmon Dallas Academy Harmon

Tumulty Reaches Washington to Prepare for White House Work

Joseph P. Tumulty, secretary to President elect Wilson, arrived in Washington today to commence preparations for his duties at the White House.

Tumulty Washington Joseph P. Tumulty Wilson White House

Geppart Found Guilty on Conspiracy Charge

Joli et UL Feb 27 A jury found William Geppart editor of the Musical Courier Extra guilty of conspiracy to injure J W Steger piano business. Punishment set at two years in penitentiary and a $2000 fine. Motion for a new trial. Marc Bloomenberg indicted but未 served overseas.

Associated Press Joliet William Geppart New York Musical Courier Extra J. W. Steger Steger Marc Bloomenberg Geppart Europe

Dr King’s New Discovery Offers Soothing Relief

An old advertisement touts Dr. King’s New Discovery for irritated throats and lungs. It claims to stop chronic hacks, relieve tickling throats, tastes pleasant, and should be used consistently once started, available at all druggists.

Dr. King

Horace McCall Charged with Murder After Wife's Death

Horace McCall was arrested days after an assault on his wife who died from injuries on Wednesday. He was formally charged with murder and will face a preliminary examination Friday afternoon before the recorder.

Horace McCall McCall

Hay's Hair Health promises natural greying solution

An old advertisement touts Hay's Hair Health as a quick natural cure for premature grey hair. It claims to restore color, cleanse the scalp, and combat dandruff while offering Harmina soap freebies with purchase. The copy emphasizes aging appearance and urges buyers to act now.

Hay

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OR Hobson Centalr Company TY Murnay Paris Mobilian Emey Summit Point W. Va Anna Belle Bruney Turid Cardus Womans Tonic Mae Cardui Law and Equity Court Equity Safford Berney George C. Warr Ida A. Wart Circuit Court Browne Smith Poe C. A. Naylor Willian H. Monk, Jr Read Wilson Berney Joseph Stone M’gowan Government ST Mme. D’mille George Dickerson B. Hartman Columbus, Ohio Bijou Carlyle Blackwell Best Picture House L. Hammel Dry Goods Co
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