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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1913

Page

3

Treaty with Nicaragua debated amid canal stake

The proposed treaty with Nicaragua drew debate over debt and a potential canal route. Supporters said it reflects careful consideration and friendlier ties, while critics warned it risks U S dominance from the Caribbean to the Panama Canal and moral debt obligations.

Nicaragua United States White House Central America Costa Rica Salvador Lodge Borah Foreign Relations Committee Panama Canal Republic

European Powers to Hear Inquiries on Nicaragua Protectorate Plan

Washington July 21 Associated Press Officials expect inquiries from European powers as Secretary Bryan promotes a virtual protectorate over Nicaragua The plan aims to guarantee US control of Nicaraguan customs and debt financing while upholding Monroe Doctrine principles Senate debates reflect mixed support with opposition from Bacon Clarke Borah and others and pro points from O Gorman Burton and allies

Associated Press Washington Bryan Nicaragua State Department Panama Canal Zone Salvador Costa Rica San Juan Europe Latin America Great Britain Guatemala Senate Foreign Relations Committee Wilson Osborne Santo Domingo Haiti Clarke Arkansas Borah Foreign Relations Committee O'Gorman Burton United States Republic of Nicaragua

Resinol cures itching eczema claim from Cleveland reader

Mrs. Chas. P. Winchester states eight years of red hands and blisters eased after using Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap. She reports immediate relief and three years free of eczema since starting treatment, endorsing the products with a hopeful patient testimonial.

Cleveland, O Chas Winchester Carroll Ave

County Backs Bay Shell Road Purchase and Bridge Repairs

County commissioners discussed funding for Bay Shell Road purchase and repair of city election booths. Brannan urged county painting. inspectors sent. Bridges on St Stephens road extended ten days for completion. Brewster case suspended for 30 days. Orwen rehired. Routine business continued.

Commission of Mobile Brannan Cleveland Ferry Road St. Stephens Road A. D. McClain Spring Hill Spring Hill Avenue Moffat Road Fay McClure 8. P. Gaillard W. S. Brewster Green Hagan Bauer Gaillard Brewster Brannan and Gaillard John Orwen

Financier Hulings Dies by Gas in Baltimore

Thos M Hulings a prominent Baltimore financier and Continental Trust vice president died by inhaling gas at his home 5 West Chase street. The 52 year old bachelor suffered from nervous mood and arranged a deliberate suicide using a rubber tube necktie and gas. He was a member of the Baltimore Club and several local social circles.

Baltimore Continental Trust Company West Chase Street Baltimore Club Baltimore Country Club Bachelors’ Cotillion Hulings Thomas Hulings United States Army Mary B. Hulings Thomas

Tragic shooting death in Carthage linked to suicide attempts

Jute Talkner of Hopoca, Mississippi, is watched after accidentally killing his niece Miss Susie Odom with buckshot and injuring his stepmother Mrs. De Falkner. Falkner, already despondent, has twice attempted suicide after the incident. He was bird hunting earlier and with a loaded gun changed shells leading to the fatal discharge.

Carthage Miss Hopoca Susie Odom de Falkner Falkner

Government Suit Against Northwestern Lumbermen

In Minneapolis on July 21 the government's Sherman act case against the Northwestern Lumbermen's Association featured Platt B. Walker, editor of the Mississippi Valley Lumberman, denying any conspiracy or coercion between his paper and the association as a witness at the hearing.

Associated Press Minneapolis Minn Northwestern Lumbermen’s Association Platt B. Walker Mississippi Valley Lumberman Walker Lumberman’s “Association Organize Witness

Reliable Cabinet Range of Aluminum Steel Construction

A cabinet range of aluminum steel construction marketed for kitchen use offered at 33.50 cash or 35 on time, described as the last word in modern ranges.

Jake Stahl Quits Baseball as Red Sox Manager

Jake Stahl, the popular first baseman and manager of the Boston Red Sox, suddenly resigns proclaiming he is through with baseball for good. Reports say tension with owner Jimmy McAleer over this season’s poor performance led to a breakdown in peace, though Stahl was highly respected by his players.

Boston Red Sox Stahl Jimmy McAleer Big Jake Fame Chicago White Sox Jones

Land sale settles 88 acre tract to Julius Hammel

The 88 acre tract on Fulton road next to Hervey Farm with river frontage was sold at public outcry in front of the courthouse for 14000 dollars to Julius Hammel of L Hammel & Co. The sale satisfied a vendor's lien held by John Craft and a mortgage by Mrs Cella Blackmore. Hammel has not decided future use.

Mobile Gulf Coast Tropical Fair Association Fulton Road Hervey Dog River Julius Hammel L. Hammel & Co John Craft Cella Blackmore Hammel

River drowning claims Vincent Sayers at river mouth

Vincent Sayers employed by Seifert and Gower drowned Sunday afternoon at the mouth of a river while swimming. The body had not yet been recovered.

Vincent Sayers Seifert & Gower

Mrs Medora Newton Former Mobile Resident Described

Medora McMaster Newton, held in Birmingham jail over burglaries linked to her husband, formerly lived in Mobile on St Francis Street opposite Bienville Square. She recalled Barton Academy education and St Francis Street Methodist Church, naming Judge Price Williams, City Commissioner Harry Pillans, and her father’s Mobile business with Robert Middleton.

Medora McMaster Newton Birmingham Mobile St. Francis Street Bienville Square Birmingham Sunday Newton Barton Academy St. Francis Street Methodist Church Price Williams Harry Pillans Robert Middleton

Dr. R. E. Ellis Named Hot Springs Reservation Superintendent

Secretary Lane announced the appointment of Dr. R. E. Ellis of Hot Springs Arkansas as superintendent of the Hot Springs reservation. Ellis was recommended by Senators Clarke and Robinson. Lane said the administration should be thorough and efficient with strict law enforcement and impartial treatment of all. A remark about lazy men and marriage licenses closes the piece.

Ellis Washington Lane R. E. Ellis Hot Springs Ark Hot Springs Reservation Dr. Ellis Clarke Robinson

Freight Train Derailment Kills Worker Near Troy

An unidentified Black railroad worker was killed and Conductor Joseph Price broken leg when an Atlantic Coast Line freight train derailed west of Troy. The wreck left most of the train overturned with heavy freight loss.

Associated Press Troy Ala Joseph Price Atlantic Coast Line Lee Wee

Mutiny of Chinese aboard steamship Comus shocks New Orleans

Mutiny by 26 Chinese on the Comus arriving from New York caused panic among passengers. One mutineer was fatally shot, three others wounded, and officer M L Proctor injured. Mrs Lucile Lawrence aided Proctor, preventing his being overpowered. The Chinese were to act as strike breakers for the United Fruit Company and were held under bonds as they were moved to the hold and questioned by police.

Associated Press New Orleans Comus New York Proctor Lucile Lawrence Shaw United Fruit Company Polic

Expected Delay in the Currency Bill

President Wilson expresses confidence that currency legislation will pass this session. He says the delay is expected due to the subject's importance and the time needed to craft a proper measure. The report notes broad public interest and mentions a separate remark about a married smoker seeking a receiver for his ashes.

Associated Press Washington Wilson Congress

Not Only But It Is In Most Instances

The fragment suggests a comparative statement about methods, noting that in many cases other approaches are used. It references that some techniques prevail over others in typical practice.

Exact Heat Control for Gas Cooking Demonstrates Precision

The piece explains that gas cooking maintains constant heat under perfect control. It notes the cook works in clean sanitary surroundings and applies the exact amount of heat exactly where and when it is needed to achieve optimal results.

Expert Salesman Explains It All In Detail

A salesman presents a thorough explanation of products and services available, outlining features and benefits for potential buyers. The pitch emphasizes value, pricing options, and sales terms to help customers compare choices.

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