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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1913
Page
4
Sacramento reports a grasshopper outbreak with calls for rapid action. State horticulturist Dr. Cook urges farmers to burn stubble fields apply poison pellets and use a hopper doser to kill locusts spreading in Colusa County and other districts with fallow or sparsely cultivated ground.
B Dorry, federal inspector for the Eighth Lighthouse District, will visit Mobile in a few days to inspect the range lights on the outer bar. The Chamber of Commerce and Business League issued the alert after a Marine Affairs Committee request and a Mobile Harbor Commission letter urging the lighthouse department to improve markers.
William Martin of Mobile Alabama testifies to Doan's Kidney Pills relieving back ache and weakness. He says the remedy, bought at Van Antwerp's Drug Store, provides lasting relief and urges others to remember the name Doan's. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
The American schooner Tofa arrived light from Porto Rico and went to Pinto docks for repairs. The M A Acorn from Cuba expected soon, will anchor in the stream. Glenafton from Cuba to anchor in the stream awaiting berth. Liam shifts to Turner-Hartwell docks to load. Fijell arrives with bananas and shifts to Louisville Nashville wharf. Alm of Rolf Seeberg line to load at Pier 3, return cargo of sugar to New Orleans. Trym from New Orleans to Pier 8 for cargo to Cuba. Kylsyth from Europe Lumber to dock at Turner-Hartwell for cargo. Mercian loading and sails Friday for Liverpool with heavy timber and cotton, depth limit 25 feet. Brighton and Harald from United Fruit to dock at Pier 1 with bananas for discharge.
The barge loaded with ties sank at Mt Vernon early Sunday while in tow of the tug Vivian under Captain W P Manders. Manders could not explain the sinking, saying the barge appeared in good condition when taken in tow after loading and had not suffered rough handling.
The Crescent Theatre shows Secret Service Sam a two reel photo play lauded as the best secret service picture in months. Manager Frenkel offers On Cupid's Highway with two thrillers The Faith Healer and a Nestor Western on the Thursday program.
Miss Mazie Russell of Baltimore reports a severe pile attack in 1913 that kept her awake and fearing operation. After using Resinol Ointment and Soap, she found instant relief and complete cure after two jars, urging others to try the products. Free samples offered by Dept. 468, Resinol Baltimore, Md. Drugstores stock the items.
Howard W. Ames was arraigned on grand larceny charges with a case continued to June 7. Other notes include John Livik discharged for failing to prosecute, W. O. McPherson seeking a June 7 reset, Dave Nathan dismissed for traffic violations, Louis Reese fined for blocking a sidewalk, Frank Taylor fined for disorderly conduct with an empty revolver, and Green Hatton fined four days for driving on the wrong side after a warning.
Ben Robinson was fined two dollars or four days for violating the traffic ordinance. Traffic officer James Y. Shaw stated Robinson started across Conception street at Dauphin on the wrong side, was halted, told to switch sides, and then crossed at a high speed.
Clarence Thornton a Black man was arrested as a dangerous and suspicious character by Detectives Burch and Pearson. His case was continued until Thursday morning with alleged theft of a pair of trousers from Shutz and Coan.
After a sixty four day layoff due to illness Patrolman Ike Kruse resumed day duty at police headquarters Wednesday mourning. He had been detailed for day work during the absence of Detail Frank Averyt.
A policy change reassigns traffic officers on Dauphin and Royal and on Dauphin and Conception streets. William Ellsworth moves from 4 p.m. to midnight at Dauphin and Conception to J. Y. Shaw from midnight to 8 a.m. Chandler shifts at Dauphin and Royal from 4 p.m. to midnight to H. D. Evans from midnight to 8 a.m.
A nine year old son of Frank Jarvis, an Adams Machinery Co employee, walked into a moving street car on Government Street between Warren and Dearborn at about 2 10 pm. He was dragged ten feet but was found by Officer Henry Wolff to be uninjured.
Atlanta purchased pitcher Conzelama from the Pittsburg National League team on an optional basis. He is due to report Wednesday afternoon to Manager Billy Smith at the Gate City. He was recommended by shortstop Bisland as the Crackers seek another pitcher.
Mrs L Woodford wife of the former U S ambassador to Spain was arrested and held on $2500 bonds after the car she was learning to drive struck and killed William Stanhouser a laborer in Fairfield near Bridgeport. Her chauffeur was also arrested.
Advertises Newbro's Herpicide to enhance scalp hair growth and eradicate dandruff. Claims natural, beautiful hair on the head with samples available for 10 cents and bottles of 50 cents and 1.00, with refunds if not satisfied. Offers applications through barber shops and parlors.
Attorney General McReynolds devises a sliding scale tax on factory output to hit large manufacturers harder as production rises. He has discussed the plan with President Wilson and may seek Senate Finance Committee action. He also weighs an investigation into possible violations of the dissolution decree and notes the remedy cannot reopen the case under Sherman law.
A June promotion claims Mars Venus Saturn and Jupiter rise as morning stars while Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is the star remedy for coughs colds croup and whooping cough. It promises to head off colds and heal inflamed membranes with a genuine yellow package from Van Antwerp Drug Corporation.
George Bowden resigns after eight months as hotel steward to move to Chicago to join a prestigious club. George Wagner succeeds him, bringing experience from Point Clear hotel and catering renown. Knights of Revelry plan their annual Mardi Gras parade season event, with Easter ball to follow at Vineyard.
Marriage licenses issued Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday include John Duganette and Eberdine De Stadt, both residents of the city, along with Y. Y. Hill and Jennie C. Pear.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Tab ernacle Baptist Church hosts a lawn party on June 6 from 3 30 to 11 p m at the corner of St Emanuel and Canal streets.
In the Crawley bankruptcy case at Crichton the total liabilities are listed at 3200. W N Crawley says that amount covers three parties and his personal liability is 800.
Lieutenant Reuben L. Dorlen resumes duties at police headquarters after a two week illness. He fell ill while on duty and was taken to the city hospital where he remained in a serious condition for several days before recovering.
Marion D. Scott eight months old daughter of J. S. and Marion Scott died Tuesday at 6 p.m. at 25 South Ann Street after a lingering illness. Remains sent to Mount Pleasant Alabama for interment. Clara L. Tillman seven weeks old child of C. S. and Mrs Emma Tillman died Tuesday at 5 15 p.m. at the parents home in Prichard Alabama.
The funeral of Mrs Mary Shannon widow of Dennis Shannon was held Friday from the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception with Rev Father Gerow officiating. Interment followed in the Catholic cemetery as floral tributes marked the high regard for the deceased. Pallbearers were J F McGowin John T Bogue Joseph Metzger J J Hughes J P Sweeney and H L Wilson.
George Goodman Charley Fillmore William Dawson and Tom Nicholas were each fined one dollar or ten days by Judge Chamberlain in the inferior criminal court Wednesday on the charge of gaming. Billy Boy Johnson and Shank McLendon were each ordered to thirty days at hard labor for stealing sacks from Jett Bros contractors.
Hillman Co incorporated in probate court Wednesday with capital stock of 2000 dollars. The firm will operate a taxi service and general automobile business. Incorporators include G. D. Hillman as president and Mary F and Rosine Hillman.
Chancery Court under Chancellor Smith schedules the case Louis Adams and others versus Mary Jane Adams for a hearing on June 9 as part of ongoing court business.
Law and Equity Court of Mobile hears decrees quieting title in Newell vs Kauffman and pro confesso in Brown vs Flynn. Petitions heard for leave to marry again in Coleman case and for filing claims by Hake assignee and Joney Admx. Jurisdiction items include sale of property in Kelly Brady Hardware case and demurrers in Lemp Brewing Company suit. Thursday calls: Lemp Brewing vs Goodbrad and Carl Martin vs Southern Railway.
On Wednesday the circuit court docket included Daisy M. Turney versus Southern Railway Company on trial. Also heard were R. Peterson versus F W Herrmann and T J Yeend versus T J Ford. Jacob Goldin versus Mobile Light and Railroad Company appeared in the docket.
Old men and women need laxatives more than the young, but safety and ease are key. Dr King’s New Life Pills are promoted as prompt acting and gentle, suitable for the aged, priced at 25 cents and recommended by an Antwerp Drug Corporation.
Eugene Parker of Selma Street drowned while bathing at Choctaw Point river around five o clock in the afternoon. He reportedly fainted in the water and was not recovered.
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