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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1913
Page
2
A promotional notice extols Dr Burkhart's Vegetable Compound for bilious conditions and kidney illness. Dr Burkhart offers an 80 day treatment for 25 cents with a 25 cent refund if not cured, claiming wide recognition by druggists and a trusted 25 year history. It cites twelve million treatments used annually in the U S and Europe.
A two story dwelling at 55 South Bayou street saw a chimney blaze Tuesday afternoon and Fire Company No 1 was called but no damage occurred. Supernumerary Sylvester OConnor resigns to take service elsewhere. Mobile city commissioners and the excise commission plan an open session Thursday January 30 at 3 30 p m to address charges against Police Officer Walter Mabry tied to the December arrest of saloonkeeper Cameron and a report the excise commission says Mabry received a present from the saloon man.
On Tuesday night a committee named by President Armbrecht of the Chamber of Commerce and Business League arranged social sleeping cars to convey members of the Mobile Marching Club to President Wilsons inauguration in Washington in March and to provide quarters for the club there.
A federal jury in Mobile reported they could not reach a verdict in the government v William J Leonard, charged with sending obscene matter through the mails, and a mistrial was ordered after the jury was discharged. Local notices include Moose Lodge ladies night at Royal and St Michael streets with dancing and refreshments. Also reported are several marriage licenses issued in the area to pairs including H Ivan Martin and Annie Knox Taylor, S T Whatley and Erwin Scott, and others listed with partners in various couples.
George W. Moore D D superintendent of the church will preach at the Con n church in Scott tonight. The notice invites worshippers to attend and mentions a sermon at the Con n church location.
The inspection party led by J. I. McKinney of the Montgomery division of the Oisville and Nashville Railroad spent several hours in Mobile on a Wednesday afternoon. The trip served roadmasters and bosses of the division.
A fragmentary notice highlights Evelyn of New York in Mobile with a display of new women’s hats. The message invites ladies to visit Wal millinery department this week to see the season’s fashions at factory prices.
Trip tickets will be sold from February 2 to 4 at City Ticket Office for the Lay w Sheeting Southern Baptists event with details on locations and pricing.
The remains of Commissioner Frank P. Andrews died suddenly at Coden Alabama from heart disease were brought to Mobile and laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery after services at the Cathedral. County officials and Raphael Semmes Camp United Confederate Veterans attended the funeral. He long served Mobile County as school commissioner and chaired the country school committee.
The Dramatic Order Knights of Khorassan will hold a ceremonial Wednesday night at the armory hall with a class of fifteen candidates entering the order. Members and candidates will march from Knights of Pythias hall to the armory, parade illuminated, and a banquet will follow.
The J. P. Schuh under Captain Lew Keene completed one of the busiest Alabama river runs, docking at Selma with 50,000 feet of hardwood. At Central City it loaded general merchandise for downstream distribution and then carried back 150,000 feet of hardwood logs, 120,000 feet of oak lumber, 75,000 feet of pine lumber, and 1,270 cross ties. The voyage was experimental and deemed a success with a rapid return trip planned after Mardi Gras Carnival.
A reader warns that persistent autumn colds may degrade health through winter and into spring, urging decisive action to clear the illness now rather than letting it linger and worsen.
In the Law and Equity Court Judge Berney presiding Theodore H. Guesnard and others sue John Craft administrator et al. on motion for a reference the court grants the motion and orders a reference limited to paying tax and tax for 1912 Emeline Thomas sues D J Dinsmore on motion to require full answer to statutory interrogatories the matter submitted for decision
In Wednesday sessions under Judge Law Side Berney, matters included an executrix oath on sales in the Johnson vs Bidwell case and a decree pro confesso in Carrett vs Aikin with defendants given ten days to answer. A rule to show cause was set for Brue vs Mobile & Ohio Railroad on January 30. Also, Turner & Co. vs Graf and Cleveland Bros. vs Farmers Union Produce Exchange recorded default judgments for $166.87 and $191.75 respectively.
Browne presides as the circuit court lists the Thursday call for the case P Williams versus Mobile County. The docket notes a preliminary appearance and related civil action scheduling.
Imperial Potentate W J Cunningham of the Mystic Shrine and several supreme officers will arrive in Mobile Thursday afternoon to visit Abba Temple. A ceremonial in his honor is planned for Friday night at the Scottish Rite Cathedral followed by a banquet with music by the Rowley Orchestra for over 100 guests.
J W Lurton division passenger agent of the L and N with headquarters at Pensacola was in Mobile for a visit as part of regional railroad business and meetings with local officials and agents.
Ely's Cream Balm promises instant relief from nasal congestion and head catarrh. It claims to open air passages, stop discharge, and ease dull headaches with a small nosal application, noting faster relief by morning and recommending Van Antwerp Drug Corp. as agents.
An advertisement touts Calocide compound as a universal foot cure. Soaking feet in warm water with Calocide claims instant relief from soreness, corns, bunions, and frostbite symptoms, with a 25 cent box allegedly curing severe cases.
The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the family home with Very Rev G C Tucker of St. John's Episcopal Church officiating. Interment followed at Magnolia Cemetery with pallbearers F J Schultz A H Wildman R H Wildman C F Sheldon T J Potter and G W Shaw. Survived by husband William Dodgson daughter Miss Fannie Dodgson and relatives.
The funeral for John T. Shelton was held from his daughter's home at 67 North Ann Street on Wednesday at 10 am. Rev A G Richards of Trinity Episcopal Church officiated. Interment followed at Magnolia Cemetery with pallbearers Frank Hemley J H Hubbard J C Moore James Crane John Cowley and Harry Toulmin.
A call urging public involvement in voting emphasizes participation in elections and the duty to pay poll taxes. It frames citizenship as tied to voter turnout and civic duty, urging readers to engage in the electoral process.
A brief public notice urges residents to pay poll taxes to maintain citizenship status. It emphasizes the link between fiscal obligation and voting rights, warning of potential disenfranchisement for nonpayment.
Deputy Sheriff Spencer Newell waived examination after being charged with allowing a prisoner to escape. He was held to the city court and released on 3300 bond. J W Poitevent faced charges of stealing a suit of clothes and a pair of shoes, and testified against Poitevent, who is bound over to await the next grand jury on 500 bond.
They promise to cure backache strengthen kidneys correct urinary irregularities for all ages, build up worn tissues and eliminate excess uric acid causing rheumatism and skin diseases. Frever is Bright's Disease and Diabetes, restore health and strength. Address C. H. Rowan Drug Co. Chicago Dept. 11.
Supernumerary officers J A Kinnamon and H D Evans were promoted to regular patrolmen. Mercer C Darnell named supernumerary. Recorder Edington condemned Irene Ladnier calling her conduct disgraceful and fined her 50 dollars. Dessie Taylor pressed the charge. both are colored. Frank Iris Joe Harris and Charles Holt San Blas Indians aboard a vessel were fined five dollars each. John Bradshaw McGinnis fined 25 dollars for disorderly conduct and appeals noted. Bond set at 100 dollars.
Winnepago Nebraska resident W H Chapman describes using Foley's Honey and Tar Compound to cure his two children's persistent cough and save a doctor's bill. The ad warns against delaying treatment for severe colds that can lead to bronchitis or pneumonia and notes the product contains no opiates. Van Antwerp Drug Corporation features the promotion.
In Chattanooga Tennessee the Mobile and Ohio Railroad announces men's meeting travel options. Round trip tickets to Mobile will be available February 2 3 and 4. For details contact City Office 232 S Royal Street. General Agent H E Jr Passenger Agents assist with bookings.
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