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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1916
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text shows a distributed news service note with a New York Tribune Building byline and Chicago St. Louis offices. It lists mobile item pricing and subscription options, but many words are garbled. The readable facts include a reference to the Associated Press and newspaper offices.
The piece contrasts Theodore Roosevelt's and President Wilson's patriotic rhetoric at Arlington and in a Flag Day proclamation. It praises Wilson for tempered, forceful language and emphasizes a shared ideal of an America united by independence, liberty and rightful beliefs.
A Chattanooga Times commentary lauds Mobile Alabama sheriff for resisting a mob planning to seize a jailed suspect. The piece urges stronger law enforcement, militia support, and public backing to end lynching, praising courageous sheriffs who defend their oaths amid mob violence.
Postmaster Thornton proposes a farm product bulletin in the post office. Farmers send notices to the postmaster who lists them on a bulletin board for consumers to contact farmers directly by parcel post. The service is free, convenient, and aims to lower costs while ensuring fresh produce.
The Mobile Red Cross Life Saving Corps plans a safety drive for bathers on the Eastern Shore. A first life saving station will be completed at Battles soon with more stations at resorts as funds are raised. The effort is praised and the young organizers are thanked for their commitment during the excursion.
Reported remarks attributed to Carranza as head of the government show a steady push to end the American military presence. He states a desire for Washington to confirm and accelerate a withdrawal, signaling a shift in policy and a demand for clear timelines.
The text weighs Carranza's influence on his people and US reaction. Washington says troops will stay put until conditions improve, though Carranza's image remains under debate. The piece likens Carranza's tactics to a Villa figure claiming to push Pershing’s army ahead.
The new halves quarters and dimes shout preparedness in designs by noted sculptors under Secretary McAdoo. Liberty appears full length on the half dollar with the flag and laurel and oak branches symbolizing civil and military glory as the nation rises to readiness. The quarter shows Liberty with a rising shield symbolizing defense and awakening to defensive needs.
In Charleston West Virginia the state supreme court mandates the county court of Mingo to remove illegal voters from a precinct list after a petition by Democratic supporters highlighted dogs mules and even corpses on registration rolls. The piece also notes a proposed South African export tax on diamonds affecting American families and references the 221st annual meeting of the Society of Friends with a light remark about old friends.
A reflective poem on aging and time, noting slower steps and hair loss yet finding joy in friendship. The speaker embraces growing older with humor and gratitude, thanking friends for kind words and hope.
A 1916 horoscope note from the McClure Syndicate offers guidance on fate and free will. It presents general celestial advice without specific predictions or events.
The horoscope notes benefic aspects of Saturn and Mercury up to 2 PM and a mild Neptune adverse influence. It warns of extraordinary water drownings and accidents on pleasure trips and Great Lakes travel, and suggests mining prospects and mining prosperity in western states. Mercury aids editors and publishers, while candidates should exploit the period amid rising social activity in Canada and unsettled European affairs.
The author cites Robert Louis Stevenson on choosing a life path. Some work is chosen by inbred taste reflecting personal abilities, while others are driven by necessity. A balanced approach combines genuine liking with a sense of contributing to progress, illustrated by a boy who discovers his true calling.
A line of daffodils in a sunlit yard discovers the world through a shower sent by the East Wind. The raindrops explain that each element has its season and role, teaching that sunshine and shadows together define the day. The sun returns as the lesson ends.
The passage reflects a belief that completing tasks elevates individual self expression. It suggests work should be good in itself and that success comes from feeling one’s effort offers personal fulfillment. It emphasizes the unity of mind heart and senses in productive labor.
Advice on using a pine needle scented pillow to ease insomnia. A timeless, simple method links the fragrance with sleep, arguing natural rest from outdoors plus pleasant odor calms the mind for restful nights. The piece cites camping and grandmotherly wisdom as support.
A reader with weak bladder seeks remedies and is advised to see a surgeon. A boy has sleep convulsions likely from irritants, with guidance to consult a physician if repeats. Another question on high blood pressure is reassured to remain active if feeling well. Dr Brady answers health letters in the column.
A fragment from a retelling of Joan of Arc portrays her burning as a witch at the end of May and follows her battlefield rise, romance with Lionel, and burdened triumph at Rheims as royal and religious powers clash. The tale highlights visions, vows, and the weight of sacred duty amid English and Burgundian forces.
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