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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1915
Page
4
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A Bayou district resident discusses Alabama oyster policies as The Item reports calls for protecting oyster reefs and shellfish industries. The piece argues a strict state commission guides laws, arguing abolition would harm Mississippi and shared shellfish resources, with emphasis on economic benefits and regional coordination.
A fragment argues benevolent organizations warn about poll taxes since 1901 adoption. It suggests some cannot afford a dollar yet fear future sacrifice, and urges wary action by individuals facing liquor bans and enforcement while paying their poll tax.
An editorial argues whether liquor ads should be banned across the nation, noting varied regional attitudes in rural Tennessee and the pull between modern commercial centers and traditional controls. It discusses education, industry, and policing limits shaping the liquor debate and possible social effects after prohibition.
The speaker of the house in Alabama faced questions on whether liquor laws should be decided by voters, noting liquor interests might be swayed. The News Scimitar argues prohibition isn’t a fixed institution but should progress gradually, with emphasis on local feasibility and evolving public temperance.
The West Virginia prohibition policy is praised for social benefits but now faces revenue gaps. The auditor warns of a $700,000 shortfall, calls for higher taxes or cutting spending, and suggests possible bonds. He favors cautious tax increases and opposes rapid hikes that deter investment while noting impacts on schools, roads, and public buildings.
The former president says true liberty includes freedom for all to live as they choose without harming others. He warns that bitter hatred from religious political or social differences signals fanaticism and undermines democracy. Roosevelt cites global license debates shaping his view on liberty.
A Bayou La Batre letter argues Mississippi oyster law bans taking oysters out of state with fines up to 500 dollars and six months jail. It urges Alabama to protect its own shellfish, citing a large Alabama canning operation and shells returned for reef restoration, to bolster home industry. January 20, 1916.
The Gulf Coast Duroc Jersey Hog Association directors approve loan of twenty high grade sows to Mobile County farmers. Sows will be bred to Duroc Jersey boars and loaned to Gulf Coast growers to improve stock and spread high bred hogs across the region.
Clarence H. Howard president of Commonwealth Steel Co Granite City Illinois refuses two million dollars worth of shrapnel for European nations. He says warfare should be abolished and would reject a fifteen million dollar order. Howard known as a Golden Rule Steel Man promotes nonviolence in business.
A Stockholm dispatch reported German airships reconnoitering the Sweden Finland frontier with the aim of destroying bridges on the new Finnish railway to interrupt communications between Russia and Sweden.
German steel producers gathered in Düsseldorf to map the syndicate’s expansion of steel product operations. The meeting focused on cooperation, production scale, and market strategy among member firms.
In Alabama the graphite mines and plant near Mountain Creek Station on the Louisville and Nashville Railroad have resumed operation with a large workforce. The article notes a significant price rise in the product over the past two weeks.
The Dallas county at Selma court has summoned about 70 city businessmen to appear February 1. They will give their response to not wanting to pay a tax on seclvent credits. Businessmen argue the tax is unjust and enforcement will threaten their interests.
Mrs. Milton Humes of Huntsville is asked to respond to the address of welcome at the annual meeting in Tuscaloosa during the first week of February.
R. W. Kirby was sworn in at Gadsden as sheriff and vowed to prosecute illegal liquor sellers. He warned that those who claim he will be easy will face the judge within 30 days.
J. A. McCluney, long time demonstration agent for the department of agriculture in BhTowah county, resigned on Monday marking the end of a notable tenure.
Senator D. F. Green introduces a bill to improve administration of the state insurance department and its loan regulation power. The measure calls for creating a distinct insurance department to oversee the business.
The solicitors of the state formed a permanent organization in Montgomery Monday with M. T. Ormond of Tuscaloosa as president and Hugo L. Black of Birmingham as secretary. A five member committee including W. T. Seibels F. Lloyd Tate J. B. Acuff Joseph R. Tate and J. J. Thompson was named to work with a legislature appointed panel for judiciary reformation.
The Lynchburg Foundry Company today restored full production efforts and plans to continue under current orders for the rest of the year, signaling stabilized activity after downtime.
President S S Broadus of the Tennessee Valley Bank hosted a dinner at the Achols Hotel in Decatur for stockholders and invited guests. University of Alabama President Denny says alumni will launch a February drive to raise 40000 for a gymnasium beside the new athletic field. Snow fell in Birmingham Tuesday morning but did not accumulate due to wet ground.
In Selma, over six thousand bales were sold since noon Monday at 8 cents a pound middling and 8 1-8 cents. Prices had surged to 11 cents early season, then slid to 6 1-2, with lighter sales two months ago.
Emmet O Neal, ex governor of Alabama, reaches Birmingham on Tuesday and declares he will make the city his permanent home. He will reside at the Morris Hotel for now and later seek a private residence while serving as referee in bankruptcy in Birmingham appointed by Judge Clayton of the federal court.
A Sunday night freight wreck west of Riverton Junction tangled traffic on the Southern Railway. Trains between Huntsville and Memphis run several hours late. Twelve freight cars piled in a heap but no crew injuries reported.
A. T. Odum, a Gadsden druggist, sustained facial burns when a gallon of alcohol he handled caught fire. The fire department's timely effort saved him from worse injuries.
George Haney, a white man fined $50 by Anniston city recorder for carrying a concealed pistol, picked his cell lock at an early hour Monday and walked out. The escape occurred after the Saturday incident.
Wr Lovelady of Fackler Alabama was held up and robbed of 750 dollars Monday night by two unknown men. The suspects are believed to have boarded a train for Huntsville, and police there are investigating.
Washington notes a lasting impact from World War I with likely 1916 overlap. Exports fell by 365 million dollars in five months, Latin America losing over 100 million, due to blockades and reduced purchasing by Britain France and Russia. Economists split on recovery paths, while U S aims to boost trade, capital access, and navy readiness to seize war era opportunities.
Geneva reports the British warship arrested Count Von Veller a high ranking German officer on a secret mission to the United States aboard the Due d Aosta Genoa to New York. He was landed at Gibraltar according to Stampani of Tula Italy.
The essay argues that broad disarmament is impossible due to millions trained for warfare, wartime industries, and economic dependence on arms. It contends binding international agreements are unlikely and that war readiness will persist despite the desire for lasting peace.
The Mobile Frohsinn and Rowley Orchestra presented a lively quarterly concert with soloists Mrs. Tam Mrs. Tebbetts and Mrs. Turrentine excelling in best voices. Professor Suffich added a flute obligato for The Warbler while the maennerchor impressed in Meine Erste Liebe.
Patrolman Phillips pursued a man on St. Louis street near Lawrences on Wednesday afternoon. The suspect dropped a box of chewing tobacco and a hat during the chase and was captured and held at the police station after the officer said the man tried to sell the tobacco.
Jimmie Read and Wilbur Lewis were arrested on Wednesday by deputy sheriffs on charges of grand larceny for stealing two cows valued at $30 each. They face arraignment in the inferior criminal court on Saturday with BH. J. Coleman as complainant. Coleman has already convicted Ben Howard, Eddie Read, and J. A. Henderson for involvement in the case.
Citizens are urged to report new uses for Vitalitas to the Sutton's drug store Vitalitas man. The liquid is claimed to strengthen the weak and aged and aid stomach liver kidneys bowels and blood. A booklet on Vitalitas history is available at Sutton's and at other druggists.
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