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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1913
Page
4
An OCR fragment shows Mobile Ttem Edison papers listing pricing and subscriptions, noting AP full day report, Sunday edition, and mailing rates. It mentions offices in Mobile and New York, and dates to 1913 with various rates and management roles.
The document discusses a skeptical view of a widows pension law in Illinois, noting weak spots like reduced family support and weak probation oversight. It also outlines U.S. Department of Agriculture recommendations on associative farming, marketing networks, field agents, market news, price records, and consumer involvement to cut distribution costs.
A congressman accuses William Rockefeller of contempt for refusing to accept service of a subpoena from the Pujo committee investigating the money trust. The accusation hinges on Rockefeller’s knowledge of the subpoena and his alleged interference with the lower house proceedings. The speaker cites Rockefeller’s refusal as evidence of willful obstruction and ignorance of the probe.
New York reports a landmark dividend season with at least 100 million dollars distributed to stockholders nationwide. About 247 large corporations with over a million shareholders drive the windfall, notably led by Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad issuing twelve million dollars of new stock at par, boosting per share value. Woodrow Wilson, amid New Year resolutions, does not smoke and bikes, a habit to be overcome before the presidency.
The veteran correspondent argues crooks nationwide target inaugurations for quick gains but Washington will police depots and roads, with detectives from major cities ready. He profiles Mugsy Brown, a prolific porch climber, and notes a history of limited thefts during past inaugurations.
A rambled reminiscence recalls a character named Hoodoo T who entertains with a merry story then competing tales diminish the fun. A boastful trick with a disappearing ace and a chaotic sequence of comic lures follow as others claim superiority in deception and performance.
Francois Verdier, famed for daring long distance flights, plans to elope with Madeline de Quetras. A midnight mission ends in catastrophe as the motor fails and the couple plummets toward Plassans, ending in tragedy and public shock the following day.
W K Tate reports from Switzerland after a three month study under the Bureau of Education. He notes that about 90 percent of teachers are men and salaries range from 500 to 800 dollars, with lodging and fuel provided. Teachers often hold village leadership roles, and stays are long term. Classroom discipline is cordial, with students greeting teachers on entry. School runs from 6 to 4 in winter and 7 to 3 in summer, with differentiation after elementary schooling toward technical, gymnasium, university, or business tracks.
In a domestic scene, Helen’s illness prompts concern from her parents as her husband Warren remains distant. Mrs. Allen reveals doubts about Warren’s attentions, sharing a crumpled florist note that suggests Helen’s birthday roses were sent secretly. The family contemplates whether Warren’s affection exists.
A real estate salesman lures a farm owner into a city subdivision itinerary with bold claims and staged evidence. The buyer trails toward future fashion from corner lots to sewers and grand homes while the salesman roots arguments in inflated promises.
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