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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1913
Page
11
London July 11 panic swept the House of Commons after a toy pistol report and a shower of pamphlets reading votes for women. Two alleged perpetrators were detained. weapons proved to be toy devices amid satirical mouse traps tossed from the gallery.
Humane Officer J S Ducourneau of the Mobile Humane Society returned from St Elmo after investigating a complaint of mistreatment of county work animals. He found Dixon's corner cattle cared for and noted strong interest in humane work in St Elmo and Irvington, where locals will organize a humane society.
Dr J A MacDonald, editor of the Toronto Globe, at the International Christian Endeavor convention in Los Angeles, warned churches risked industrial indifference and social apostasy. He urged a return to the God of living Christ and early Christians who worked together across divides to serve in daily life.
Dr. X W Francis Wittman once running the electro radio institute in Mobile reportedly left Mobile after financial troubles and a troubled marriage. His clothes were found on a Port Washington dock and his body was not recovered after days of searching. A New York dispatch notes letters pointing to business enemies and drug syndicate tensions, with Wittman described as magnetically brilliant but possibly bluffing about suicide. A local for sale notice follows.
Mrs Yvette Pollock arrives in New York with $150 from her husband. The English officer’s wife contemplates immigration status and possible deportation on grounds she may become a public charge. She deserted her husband after a quarrel and used most funds for passage to America. A wireless plea for forgiveness was sent during the voyage.
Special to The Item Montgomery July 11 A railroad commission report by Edgar K. Kay cites marked improvements on the Cochrane lines of the Alabama Tennessee and Northern Railroad. About 800 ties per mile added in a year and 160000 new ties in ten months. Bridges and trestles rebuilt and track surface greatly improved. Weak points are narrow fills and poor alignment. The report aids passenger and freight rate decisions for the Cochrane system.
Justice Daniel Cohalan testified before a legislative committee investigating alleged bribery in New York City contracts. He acknowledged receiving some money from Victor Heating Co as Connolly testified but denied impropriety, calling the bar association charges untrue and denounced the action as blackmail. The case includes a $23,940 settlement with the heating firm and questions over agency calls to city bureaus.
James E. Alexander, 55, prominent Ensley attorney, had been missing since Wednesday. He was found dead in woods between Ensley and Wylam after searchers spent the night. Authorities say heat exposure and carbolic acid may have caused his death as he moved toward Judge Appleton’s home two miles away.
Ad promotes Liv-Ver-Lax as a natural internal cleanser that eases constipation and poisons while keeping users alert and on their feet. Claims safety for children, easy dosage, and complete bottle guarantee. urges purchase from Sutton Bros in Mobile.
Seattle mayor Cotterill led a round table at the National Conference of Charities and Correction. A Halbert of Kansas City spoke on Public Welfare Boards and Good City Government. Other sessions covered labor standards with Florence Kelley, Edwin V. O'Hara, and Misses Byington and Anderson addressing Families and Neighborhoods.
The Pensacola Journal prints a telegram from J H Muldon Lake Placid Club New York retracting Semmes claim that Muldon and George H Hervey were named as the reason he was knifed Semmes says Muldon opposed him but gave no motive for the action.
J H McLaurin of Jacksonville Florida, president of the Southern Wholesale Grocers Association, testified in a federal contempt suit over alleged violations of a 1911 restraint of trade decree. He said no papers were withheld and aid was given in locating association affairs. He denied any restraint of trade actions.
Going to New York not by land but by water on a Mallory Line steamship. Tickets offered at a discount for one way or round trip with ocean breezes and comforts promoted. Address Boat Trip care The Item to arrange.
Macon Georgia July 11 A local motorcyclist Martin A O'Brien died yesterday when his bike skidded on a slippery track and plowed through a fence into a wall. He suffered a shattered neck and skull fracture. Earlier in the same event he fell from his machine but escaped with minor injuries and shouted he would win the race or break his neck. O'Brien worked several years as a hatter in Macon.
A reader letter from Mrs. W. C. Greve of Binghamton N Y praises Saxo Salve as a cure for eczema and cracked fingers noting quick relief and total cure. The ad urges readers to try the antiseptic salve with a money back guarantee and lists Van Antwerp Drug Corp Mobile Ala as a seller alongside a liver cod tonic Vinci claiming to purify blood.
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