Harbor Commission to oversee Mobile port development
The state harbor commission appointed by Governor Henderson represents Mobile County government shippers transportation and industry and will seek improvements for Mobile's port. Members include Dr A G Ward J C Rich George Gordon Crawford Thomas J O Connor R V Taylor Maurice C Forchheimer and Frank G Blair with limited powers and a $10 000 yearly appropriation for four years.
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State Harbor Commission
Henderson
Mobile County
River Land Harbor Commission
Iron and Steel
A. G. Ward
Mobile
Chamber of Commerce
George Gordon Crawford
Birmingham
T. C. & I. Company
Alabama
United States Steel Corporation
Thomas J. O'Connor
Bank For Mobile
Commission
R.V. Taylor
Mobile and Ohio
N. O. M. & C. Railroad
Rich
Crawford
Maurice C. Forchheimer
M. Forchheimer & Co
Harry Pillans
State Commission
Boosting Mobile as Best Location for Manufactures
The Mobile Item argues for Mobile as a prime site for a sisal cordage factory. It notes Mobile is a major importer of sisal fibre and exporter of cordage but lacks a local factory, increasing freight costs and tying production to Illinois and Minnesota plants. The series promotes Mobile’s freight advantages and industrial potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Navy Yard
Illinois
Minnesota
Bright Prospects In US Commerce At Start Of Year
The article notes unusually favorable business outlook for the United States as Europe’s war creates new opportunities for commercial and agricultural sectors. It forecasts relief from previous transport bottlenecks within weeks and anticipates increased shipping, with cargoes like cotton, pig iron, and lumber moving from Mossad port.
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United States
Europe
Mosand
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Mars
Jupiter
Neptune
Mercury
Uranus
Venus
Africa
Middle West
Philadelphia
Canada
White House
A Sermon in a Wish and Waterfront City Talk
A New Year wish from Rev. Geo W Truett praises seeing hearing and understanding to grasp life s deeper aims and eternal importance. The article notes Birmingham citizens urging Los Angeles style waterfront development for Birmingham and cites a Ledger piece on the plan.
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Texas
Geo. W. Truett
State Press Department
Dallas Morning News
Mount Sinai
Holy Mount
Birmingham
Los Angeles
Magic City
Birmingham Ledger
B'nai B'rith Charities Topic of Mobile Address
Nathan Cohn of Nashville will meet with Beth Zur of Mobile to discuss the Independent Order B'nai B'rith charities. The seven institutions include two hospitals in Denver and Hot Springs and homes for widows and orphans in New Orleans Cleveland Erie Yonkers and Atlanta. The talk aims to inspire local Jews to support the nationwide charity mission.
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United States
Order
B'nai B'rith
Mobile
Beth Zur
Nathan Cohn
Nashville
Tenn
Grand Lodge
Denver
Colorado
Hot Springs
New Orleans
Cleveland
Erie
Yonkers
N. Y
Atlanta
Independent Order
Battle House
Cohn
St Louis Heiress Discovers Real Lives Behind Counter
A St Louis heiress worked as a department store clerk and learned that working girls are human like themselves. She found joy in small freedoms and treats counter staff as people, planning to invite a few home for visits. Her experience may guide other rich shoppers away from stereotypes.
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St. Louis
Congress urged to mobilize national guard for preparedness
The piece recalls a suggestion by Senator Chamberlain to mobilize state national guards to show what a modern fighting force requires. It notes early 20th century beliefs in minimal local defense and cites discussions alongside Wilson’s preparedness plan. It also tours local lore from Anniston’s 31 year birthday and Mississippi politics with a young speaker, M. S. Conner.
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Europe
Thomasey
United States
Chamberlain
Congress
Wilson
National Guard
Mississippi
M. S. Conner
Covington
Jackson
Promotion for Irwin Bourgeois at Hibernia Bank in New Orleans
Irwin Bourgeois, 28, promoted to assistant cashier at Hibernia Bank & Trust Co in New Orleans. He also leads the bank's annual Mobile summer excursion. Readers note travel and hotel guests list include many names and places across Mobile, New Orleans, Columbus, Chicago, and Pensacola among others.
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Mobile
Irwin Bourgeois
Hibernia Bank & Trust Company
New Orleans
Mr. Bourgeois
Hiberna Bank
Cawthon Hotel
A. M. Bressler
Gray McCalley
H. A. Hanyson
R. C. Morgan
G. Richards
Chicago
Ills
B. B. Beckham
Lancaster
B. K. Nordberg
Milwaukee
Wis
H. H. Mechlin
Columbus
Ohio
K. O. Chappelle
Birming Age Herald
Battle House
Miss Roberts
D. D. Campbell
New York City
J. C. Priolean
Jackson
Miss
C. L
J. C. Pettigrew
Atlanta
N. R. Waters
St. Louis
W. H. Greenwood
Meridian
John Steel
Pama
Idaho
W. A. Eyler
Savannah
D. W. Tucker
South Bend
Ind
J. M. Anderson
E. C. Dishel
Richton
Fred F. Taylor
S. H. Peck
Daisy Peck
A. T. Peck
Grand Rapids
Mich
A. A. Peterson
Portsmouth
N. H
A. M. Jack
Ill
W. R. Wright
B. H. Bolinger
M.S. Bolinger
Bolinger
la. Bienville
D. C
Marion Junction
Ala
R. A. Turner
McLane, Miss
F. J. Palmisano
Mobile Cordage Industry Opportunity Urged by Business Leaders
Horace T. E. Culver argues Mobile, a major sisal importer and exporter, could gain by establishing a local cordage plant. He cites figures showing Mobile ranks high in sisal trade and compares freight costs to Chicago, St Paul, and St Louis to show Mobile’s potential advantage. He urges local industry and rail shipments to boost payroll and economic growth.
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Mobile
New York
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Chicago
Middle West
United States
Canada
St. Paul
South America
Rania
St Paul
Manila
Philippine Islands
Philippines
Panama Canal
Project attracts broad interest from multiple parties
Stakeholders express wide interest in the venture, inviting further engagement from potential partners and supporters to advance planning and funding.
Question Box Answers Capital History and Horoscopes
Lancaster became the Pennsylvania capital from 1799 to 1812 before Harrisburg took over. Washington DC was chosen as national capital in 1790 with government moved there in 1800. March 24 craves leadership and lawyering. November 28 is bold and action oriented. Furs can be cleaned with bran heated in an oven and rubbed through the fur. June 13 is restless and sociable. October 7 shows foresight and mechanical interest.
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Lancaster
Washington
Pensylvania
Harrisburg
D. C
Ss. F. S
United States
Ans
D. N. Cis
Dr Kings New Discovery Promoted for Child Cough
An old advertisement touts Dr Kings New Discovery as the best remedy for children coughs and colds. It claims pine tar and healing balsams soothe irritation and expel poisons with a mild laxative effect while antiseptic action kills germs and loosens phlegm.
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Dr. King
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W. M. Clemens
Postofficat Mobile
IATD
United Press
Associated Hts
Beckwith Special Agency
Tribune
Third National
Bell
Society Editors Home
Jesus
Arthur Cleveland Coxe
the Harbor Commission
Business Outlook
B’nai B’rith Charities
Anniston
G. B. Randolph
Noble Street
Charles Felder
H. L. Bressler
Joe McCormick
Tavares, Fla
N. J. Diaz
Pensacola, Fla
Oscar McDade
Montgomery, Ala
M. R. Zimmerman
Jackson, Ala
W. C. Claiborne
Wallick, Jr
The
Bienville
A. R. Turner
the St. Andrew
Vinegar Bend
E. N. Marsh
Semmes
Windsor
Klosky
McLane
M. A. Greenville
the Savage
W. I. Nash
Tunnel Springs
W. M. Denny,Jr
Pascagoula, Miss
Savage
St. Andrew
M. P. Zeller
Boston
Mass
Mamie Anderson
Frank Crop
W. D. Lambert
Pine Apple
M. E. Chapman
Grove Hill
H. G. Richmond
Gulfport
S. E. Northrop
Elisha
J. R. Gentry
Mt. Pleasant
E. F. Gentry
Minn
Thomas Beny
Str
I. T. Rayne
W. H. Pierce
Greenville
J. M. Boyd
Hollis
C. H. Pursell
Newport
Palmer
N. S. Ferrell
S. E. Bansfield
Montgomery
E. E. Cole
W. Mills
Dawes
M. A. Burdick
Huntington
W. Va
D. E. Pratt
Ward
D. S. Caine
Safford
MR. Taxpayer
Comer
Jelks
Mobile Register
Examiner of Public Accounts
J. T. Gorman
Treasury
O’neal
Alal
Howe
YSIS
Mit
Dag
Horace T. E. Culver
West Indies
Central America
Xenia
South American
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