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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1915
Page
4
Readers ask about buying bees and literature on bee culture including Johnson's Farmer's Guide. Answers discuss queen bees, buying from keepers, and sourcing care literature. Other inquiries cover calouses and making cloth fireproof with formulas and practical footwear advice.
The article discusses a controversial bill clause attributed to Senator Hartwell aimed at securing tenure for officials. It notes exposure of the clause and denials, with Hartwell seeking its elimination after public scrutiny and calls for accountability in the legislative process.
The article discusses Britain and the Allies in World War I aiming to exhaust Germany, with labor and capital uniting for the war effort. It notes talk of conscription and the national register as possible steps, while England remains hopeful and projects German limits. Tomorrow's general summary by J W Mason will assess the year's warfare.
The piece criticizes drastic anti cigarette legislation as unnecessary and futile arguing it would only shift sales to neighboring states and harm Alabama business. It cites bans on minors and cites Indiana circus press stunt as folly while endorsing enforcement of existing laws to limit youth smoking.
Analyze criticisms from Alabama to Texas on excessive legislation. The Dallas Morning News argues many laws are not enforceable and overreach weakens respect for the code and government. The piece notes tax hikes and property-owner burdens amid debates on lawful balance.
A humorous critique ponders why buttered bread lands buttered side down and a collar button rolls to hidden corners. It questions if inanimate objects display deliberate mischief, citing examples like a glued jug and saucer refusing to pour and wandering items. The author seeks a detailed explanation for these everyday oddities.
The Reid torpedo boat destroyer arrived early with the Florida Naval Militia aboard boosting efforts to organize a Mobile Naval Militia unit. Col. Merrill champions the volunteer force while Senator Williams refuses a joint debate with Witherspoon. Local reports note rising hog numbers and a large meat-related sale near piles county.
Ed Smith charged with stealing four head of cattle from Mount Vernon was arraigned in city court on Friday and the case continued to October 26 due to missing witnesses. Perjury case continued to next term. Norman Jefferson case postponed for county auto use pending. Sam Bush assault case nolle pressed. Linscott and Karakas cases removed from Saturday call. Term ends Monday with sentencing for prisoners convicted this term.
Jim Pippin, described as a negro, received a twenty five year sentence in the city court after a sixteen hour jury deliberation. The trial followed a fatal shooting on Government Street Loop amid a quarrel. Evidence and arguments concluded Thursday afternoon with a late evening jury verdict.
B M Francis faces a district court prosecution in Mobile for slavery. The case involves Mary Hanish and the deportation of both aliens to Assyria was postponed. Francis brought the woman from Egypt via New Orleans. his wife resides in Salt Lake City. Upon arrest, jewelry and about $300 in cash were found.
L. C. Irvine of Mobile is named among speakers for the Forward Meridian dinner on August 9. Don Farnsworth leads the event as Meridian Board of Trade campaigns guest speakers include Hon. John Sharp Williams and W Blanks Everett. Irvine was invited to represent the Mobile Chamber of Commerce.
Berlin reports summarize a year's war as Germany holds Russian Poland Belgium and northern France while free of major enemy occupation except Alsace. Navy deeds and submarine prowess, plus leaders and ships, are highlighted as the backbone of German strength with long runs of neutral support and financial stability.
Fragmentary OCR reads a dated note on causes and precursors to a world conflict. The text hints at mobilization orders, alliances, and rising tensions but is incomplete. The readable portions point to political actions and military preparations signaling a broader war onset.
As France marks the first year of war, Simms reports Paris confident that German offensives are halted and victory is near. Millerand, Viviani, and Augagneur claim German resources are strained, submarines ineffective, and France stronger with reinforcements, rebuilt army, and renewed resolve.
England enters its second war year with seas controlled, an army nearing three million, an impregnable French front, and a growing aerial fleet. The nation unites behind arms and manufacturing, easing prior unrest. Irish disaffection fades as 125,000 Irishmen enlist, joining nationalist and unionist factions in Britain.
Essanay drama The Sky Hunters stars Edna Mayo and Bryant Washburn as a moonshiner gang led by a girl posing as a man. Steve Jackson a secret service man uncovers the leader in a mountain pursuit and a romance follows. Margaret Joslin and Victor Patel also appear in a secondary comedy. Admission 5 cents.
Thieves entered the Wolfe and Tuttle Grocery Company on California and Michigan avenues Wednesday night and stole groceries valued at about $2. Sheriff Holcombe is investigating.
Thomas Whidby born in Daphne on October 8, 1863, died in Calvert on July 15 after a period of illness. His death came as a shock to relatives and the Calvert community.
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