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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1916

Page

4

Preparing trade meet in Orleans

New Orleans will host the third National Foreign Trade convention January 27 to 29, with 500 to 600 businessmen expected. The National Trade Council outlines a program stressing fair exchange of values and a national policy to expand foreign trade. Montgomery Chamber urged to send a strong delegation, with James A. Farrell chairing the advisory board.

New Orleans National Trade Council Montgomery Ala Montgomery Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce James A. Farrell New York F. A. Vanderlip J. A. G. Carson Savannah Henry Howard Boston W. A. Russe Memphis Willard Straight L. S. Goldstein D. W. Kempner Galveston Stewart K. Taylor Mobile

Proper Citrus Spraying Meetings Planned by Society

The Gulf Coast Horticultural Society will hold meetings January 19 and 20 to explain proper citrus tree spraying methods. Dr. O. F. E. Winberg, president, will oversee sessions at Or chard Theodore Dawes South Orchard Irvington and Grand Bay.

Gulf Coast Horticultural Society Orchard Theodore, Dawes South Orchard Irvington Grand Bay O. F. E. Winberg

Florida school children aid dedication of Gulf Coast highway

Florida school children along the Old Spanish Trail will plant trees and flowers on January 21 and contribute nickels and dimes to be named the first children founders of a national highway. State Superintendent Wm. N. Sheats urges county superintendents to designate a half day for students to participate, planting trees on trail margins and school grounds, promoting the new route from Pensacola to Tampa.

America James A. Emmett Rotary Club Tampa Pensacola Chidren

Nude body of girl found in Cleveland hotel murder mystery

In Cleveland Ohio police report the nude body of Dolores Evans found in a Perry Hotel room after a violent struggle. She was strangled with a towel and had facial injuries. A man she dined with at a Chinese restaurant and rode with in a taxi is being sought after leaving the hotel promising to return. She was also known as Elizabeth Myers in Pittsburgh.

Cleveland Dolores Evans Perry Hotel Elizabeth Myers Pittsburgh

Lime Crushing Plants Sought in Mississippi Legislature

Biloxi businessmen and farmers push for two state lime crushing plants to be run by convicts, aiming to supply lime at production cost and boost soil fertility. The effort, led by Rep Ervin and supported by local clubs and growers, seeks an appropriation. Albert Lopez, a Mexican restaurateur in Gulfport, filed intent to become a U S citizen.

Biloxi Miss Ervin Lowndes F. M. Johnson Jackson Flexi Vegetable and Fruit Growers’ Association Seymour Mississippi Albert Lopez Lopez Gulfport

Philadelphia Seamen's Act repeal push at Bourse

The Philadelphia Bourse circulates a resolution demanding the unconditional repeal of the seamen's act. A copy reached the Chamber of Commerce on Thursday. The Bourse claims 2,500 member business men and the resolution targets Congress and calls for measures to build up an American merchant marine.

Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Congress

Marries Imprisoned Lover To Aid His Trouble

Miss Willie Mae Williamson of De Kalb drove to Kemper County jail in Meridian on January 13 and wed Levy W. McKee, jailed for the killing of Jack Walker at a school entertainment. The act was intended to help her sweet heart during his legal trouble.

Meridian Miss Willie Mae Williamson de Kalb Kemper County Levy W. McKee Jack Walker

Goldsboro Jail Stormed Lynching of Negro In Mob Violence

In Goldsboro on January 13, John A. Richards, a black man held on suspicion of involvement in the killing of farmer Anderson Gurley, was removed from Wayne County jail to the crime scene and lynched. He reportedly confessed to authorities before execution by hanging and shooting.

Goldsboro N. Rie John A. Richards Anderson Gurley Wayne County Richards

Government Wins Suit Against Vinegar Bend Lumber

The United States government won a verdict of 2054 dollars against Vinegar Bend Lumber Company in U S district court after a two day trial before Judge Toulmin. Several other minor cases were disposed of.

United States Vinegar Bend Lumber Company Toulmin U. S. District Court

Suit for Divorce Filed in Chancery Court

Dave Williams filed suit in the chancery court Wednesday against Nancy Williams for a divorce on the grounds of voluntary abandonment. The couple were married in Baldwin county ten years ago. See ks missing relative Beasley McElroy of 319 Broadway Nashville requests locating J. C. or Jesse Clark last heard from in this city, a furniture salesman.

Dave Williams Chancery Court Nancy Williams Baldwin County Beasley McElroy Broadway Nashville, Tenn J. C Jesse Clark

The Easiest Way To End Dandruff

A simple home remedy claims to dissolve dandruff using four ounces of plain liquid argon applied at night. Rub into the scalp to moisten and treat overnight, with three or four applications supposedly erasing all signs of dandruff and stopping itching. The ad touts improved hair texture and urges readers to buy the ingredient at drugstores.

Confessions of a Wife and the Final Goodbye

A woman writes to Dick admitting she loved him while he drank and misled, asks for money to leave and start anew with a wealthy mother friend, reflecting on lies and desire. She asks for funds to depart and ends with a hopeful memory of love’s hour as the scene closes.

Heaven Hell Margie

Doctor Grossman to Speak at Temple in Mobile

Dr Louis Grossman head of Plum Street Temple Cincinnati dean at Hebrew Union College arrives in Mobile as guest of Dr Alfred G Moses. At 8 pm he will address Sabbath school workers in the Temple with the public invited. A second talk follows tonight under temple Sisterhood auspices with Mrs H C Forchheimer presiding and public invited.

Louis Grossman Plum Street Temple Cincinnati Teachers’ College Hebrew Union College Mobile Alfred G. Moses Grossman Sisterhood of the Temple H.C. Forchheimer

Kennedy lemons shown from Ocean Springs farm reach Mobile

Specimens of the Kennedy lemon grown by C. C. Griswold at Ocean Springs Miss were brought to Mobile by Robertson Palmer. Palmer notes the Kennedy is smaller than the Ponderosa yet nearly twice as juicy, with a thin skin and high productivity.

C. C. Griswold Ocean Springs Miss Mobile Robertson Palmer Palmer

Japanese Premier Escapes Assassination Attempt

Count Okuma the Japanese premier escaped death when two bombs were hurled at his automobile near the royal palace. The driver sped away as the first blast exploded behind the car. a second bomb failed to detonate and the assailants fled.

Tokio Count Okuma Royal Palace Okuma

Lost at Sea at Columbia Theatre in Amusements

The Aills and Myers Musical Comedy company presents Lost at Sea at the Columbia Theatre with matinee today and nightly shows the rest of the week. Ross Aills and Simon Myers headline, supported by a strong company, with comedians at their best in this well regarded play. Daily matinee and night performances as usual.

Columbia Theatre Aills and Myers Ross Aills Simon Myers

Hog Show at Montgomery Run by Duroc Jersey Raisers

Duroc Jersey raisers announce a Montgomery hog show on March 28 with fifty entrants. The stock will be sold at the event.

Montgomery

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